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The Art of Manliness

The Art of Manliness
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Philosophy
Emotional Intelligence
Battle Of the Bulge
Gratitude
Thanksgiving
Psychology
Workplace Dynamics
Sibling Rivalry
Child Psychology
World War II
Self-Reflection
Communication
Charisma
Jealousy
Carpentry
Fat Loss
Eastern Philosophy
Nonverbal Cues

The Art of Manliness Podcast aims to deepen and improve every area of a man's life, from fitness and philosophy, to relationships and productivity. Engaging and edifying interviews with some of the world's most interesting doers and thinkers drop the fluff and filler to glean guests' very best, potentially life-changing, insights.

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Happiness is the subject of thousands of articles, podcasts, and scientific studies. Yet all this focus on happiness doesn’t seem to be making people any happier. In fact, the more they try to be happy, especially by fi... more

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Books are everywhere. They're so common, they're easy to take for granted. But my guest argues that they’re worth fully appreciating — because the book isn’t just a container for content; it’s a revolutionary technology for shaping culture and though... more

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Most of us know what we should do to be healthier: eat better, move more, sleep well. The real challenge? Actually following through.

On today’s show, I talk to behavioral psychologist Amantha Imber, author of The Health Habit, who argues that the m... more

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There’s a lot of debate these days about what it means to be a man. But maybe the answer is simpler than we think, and a lot of masculinity just comes down to confident competence. A broad set of know-how. The ability to get stuff done. The capacity ... more

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Recent Guests

Russ Harris
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Joel Miller
Former publishing executive, editor, book reviewer, and author of The Idea Machine
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Episode: The Idea Machine — How Books Changed the World (and Still Matter)
Elliot Ackerman
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Susan Dominus
Author of The Family Dynamic, exploring how family culture and siblings affect each other into adulthood.
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Episode: How the World Wars Shaped J.R.R. Tolkien and C.S. Lewis
Dr. Paul Taylor
Psychophysiologist and author of The Hardiness Effect
Episode: Hercules at the Crossroads — Choosing the Hard Path That Leads to a Good Life
Joanna Ebenstein
Founder of Morbid Anatomy and author of Memento Mori, The Art of Contemplating Death to Live a Better Life.
Morbid Anatomy
Episode: Make Friends With Death to Live a Better Life
Mark Cirino
Professor of American literature
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Hal Elrod
Author of The Miracle Morning
Episode: The 6 Practices of the Ultimate Morning Routine
Waller Newell
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Episode: The Classical Code of Manhood

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Brett McKay
Host of engaging discussions focused on personal development, masculinity, and the complexities of modern manhood. Brett often asks thought-provoking questions and curates insightful conversations with diverse guests, aiming to provide practical advice and wisdom.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 27k ratings
  • Consistently Thought-Provoking and Insightful

    Two years in, and the AOM podcast is still a weekly must-listen! The episodes are consistently engaging and have truly changed how I see the world. Brett does an awesome job—he’s clearly done his homework on every guest and has a relatable style that makes complex topics easy to digest. If you love hearing writers talk about the 'why' behind their books, this is the show for you.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Norm1221
    United States11 days ago
  • Best Manly Podcast

    Outstanding range of topics and guests. I continue to learn so much from each episode. Highly highly recommend!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    RyanMan1986
    United States21 days ago
  • Not my Cup of Tea

    I listened to one interview because I liked the guest. Nothing about the show compels me to return.

    There were lots of commercials, frequently interrupting the interview. I found the “manliness” schtick to be kind of kitschy.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    JohnSutter
    United States2 months ago
  • make friends with death

    Great conversation and topic. I do a death meditation and imagine myself dead at my own celebration of life. Who is in the room? What are they saying? I have found this very comforting.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    CrackedOpen
    United States2 months ago
  • Always on point

    Been following AoM since 2010 (via StumbleUpon, RIP) and I can’t stress enough how helpful the McKays have been in my life. Their articles and podcasts are always well thought out, well researched, and well written. The podcast guests are always interesting. Love AoM and have recommended it to so many people over the years, whether word of mouth or forwarding a good article. You guys are the best!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    cojghtn86
    United States3 months ago

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The Idea Machine — How Books Changed the World (and Still Matter)
Q: What state is reading in today? Are you optimistic or pessimistic?
I'm both; while fewer people are reading than in the past, platforms like Substack show a vibrant discussion around literature and reading.
The Idea Machine — How Books Changed the World (and Still Matter)
Q: How did Christian monks change reading and writing?
Monks introduced spaces between words and punctuation, which enabled silent reading and private interpretation.
The Idea Machine — How Books Changed the World (and Still Matter)
Q: When did the book appear as we know it today?
The book format as we know it was a first-century Roman invention, primarily used for work purposes initially.
The Idea Machine — How Books Changed the World (and Still Matter)
Q: What do you mean by that?
Books are both software and hardware; the physical format has a significant impact on how we use and engage with them.
Escape the Happiness Trap
Q: How does ACT differ from traditional cognitive therapies?
ACT emphasizes accepting thoughts and feelings rather than disputing them and focuses on living meaningfully despite struggles.

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1. Russ Harris
2. Joel Miller
3. Elliot Ackerman
4. Susan Dominus
5. Dr. Paul Taylor
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7. Mark Cirino
8. Hal Elrod

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