NICK O'KELLY | Confronting the Stigma of Men’s Mental Health

It seems to me that we’re, collectively, waking up from a decades-long slumber as Americans. Maybe it’s that we can’t stand to see the direction of the country or, perhaps, it’s a pure level of disdain and animosity towards our elected officials. Either way, it’s good to see us getting more interested and involved than we have the in the past. My guest today, host of the Citizen Podcast and The Drinkin’ Bros Podcast, Dan Hollaway joins me to talk about not only our rights as citizens but our obligations and responsibilities. We talk about what it means to be a good citizen, why we seem to get the worst of our people in politics, how to change the tide of American politics and culture through “State Nullification,” why there are no rights without associated responsibilities, and the power of and ways men can get involved. SHOW HIGHLIGHTS 00:00 – Episode Introduction 00:30 – Scheduling Challenges 01:51 – The 24-Hour News Cycle and Media Speculation 03:49 – Principles of Debate and the Charity of Interpretation 07:09 – Hanlon’s Razor and Understanding Motives 08:06 – Resilience and Defense in Depth 12:24 – Food Industry Issues and Individual Knowledge 13:56 – Second Amendment and Government Overreach 18:37 – Politicians, Power, and Distrust 23:30 – Nullification and State Rights 29:46 – Building Community and Supporting Local Efforts 37:58 – Local Politics and the Power of School Boards 42:25 – The Good Samaritan and Finding Purpose 49:41 – Aspirational Heroes and Cultural Responsibility 58:06 – Acting as the Man You Want to Be 01:01:27 – Closing Thoughts on Masculinity and Doing the Right Thing Battle Planners: Pick yours up today! Order Ryan's new book, The Masculinity Manifesto. For more information on the Iron Council brotherhood. Want maximum health, wealth, relationships, and abundance in your life? Sign up for our free course, 30 Days to Battle Ready

24 Des 20241h 8min

Unlock the secret to unwavering composure and master the art of staying calm even in the most challenging situations. In this episode of Friday Field Notes, Ryan Michler offers eight actionable tips to cultivate calmness, teaching you how to manage emotional regulation effectively. Harness this skill to enhance decision-making and leadership capabilities, ensuring you navigate crises and emotional exchanges confidently and clearly. Understanding and managing personal triggers is crucial for maintaining a stress-free life. Ryan discusses techniques for identifying triggers and minimizing their impact, allowing you to control reactions and avoid overwhelm. Simplifying your life becomes the pathway to success, as we emphasize setting boundaries and focusing on key objectives. SHOW HIGHLIGHTS (00:00) Episode Intro (00:28) Maintaining Calm in Difficult Situations (04:20) Living Your Life With Purpose (17:04) Identifying and Managing Triggers (20:59) Simplifying Life for Success (31:50) The Iron Council for Brotherhood Battle Planners: Pick yours up today! Order Ryan's new book, The Masculinity Manifesto. For more information on the Iron Council brotherhood. Want maximum health, wealth, relationships, and abundance in your life? Sign up for our free course, 30 Days to Battle Ready

20 Des 202434min

In this week's "Ask Me Anything" episode, Ryan Michler and Kipp Sorensen tackle the headline topics of overcoming regrets, the power of mission, and why young men need responsibility. They share practical advice on finding purpose, building emotional resilience, and learning from life’s challenges. Viewers’ questions include reflections on Christmas traditions, dating after divorce, goal-setting for young men, and personal achievements. Packed with humor, heartfelt moments, and actionable insights, this episode delivers a thought-provoking discussion on growth, responsibility, and becoming the man you’re meant to be. SHOW HIGHLIGHTS: 00:00 - Episode Introduction 00:44 - Opening and Catching Up   06:13 - The Blackmail Systems in Politics   07:30 - Foreign Drones and Government Responses   14:50 - Best and Worst Christmas Presents   21:18 - Contribution Quadrant Goals   26:28 - Overcoming Regrets and Turning Them Into Growth   36:37 - Family Traditions for Christmas and New Year's   40:21 - Greatest Achievements of 2024   48:17 - Tactics to Overcome Self-Consciousness   57:16 - Tips for Dating in Your 30s   1:03:52 - Goal-Setting for Young Men: Responsibility and Resilience   1:09:23 - Call to Action and Closing Remarks Battle Planners: Pick yours up today! Order Ryan's new book, The Masculinity Manifesto. For more information on the Iron Council brotherhood. Want maximum health, wealth, relationships, and abundance in your life? Sign up for our free course, 30 Days to Battle Ready

18 Des 20241h 12min

We are without a shortage of sex scandals from Jeffrey Epstein to P. Diddy and, now implicated Jay-Z. But sex scandals from the highest echelons of entertainment, social elites, and political juggernauts are nothing new. In fact, Alexander Hamilton was once outed for having an affair with a married woman and Thomas Jefferson was proven to have been sleeping with his slave. Unfortunately, the trend continues with seemingly increasing high profile cases against these villains and their sexual improprieties. Today, I’m joined by investigative journalist, Nick Bryant to talk about his decades-long work against child sex-trafficking. Today, Nick and I talk about the similarities between Epstein and Diddy, why and how these blackmailing strategies turn into political weapons and assets, why these pedophiles get caught when they do, and what a man can do to protect his loved ones and serve a greater calling to destroy these rats. SHOW HIGHLIGHTS (00:00) Episode Intro (03:45) Child Trafficking and Sexual Exploitation Investigation   (15:08) Political Blackmail and Power Networks   (27:19) Exposing Political Blackmail and Corruption   (40:10) Media Manipulation and Government Corruption   (54:06) Criminal Links and Government Corruption   (01:00:35) Maintaining Integrity in Investigative Journalism Battle Planners: Pick yours up today! Order Ryan's new book, The Masculinity Manifesto. For more information on the Iron Council brotherhood. Want maximum health, wealth, relationships, and abundance in your life? Sign up for our free course, 30 Days to Battle Ready

17 Des 20241h 5min

In this episode of Friday Field Notes, Ryan Michler delves into the challenges men face as they navigate mental, emotional, and spiritual struggles while often hiding behind a "Master of Disguise." Learn how to drop the bravado, build meaningful relationships, and address these challenges head-on. From fostering accountability to setting purposeful goals, this episode offers actionable insights to help you grow into the man you’re meant to be. Discover the importance of investing in yourself and embracing vulnerability in appropriate ways, all while striving for strength and balance.  SHOW HIGHLIGHTS 00:00 - Introduction   01:41 - Addressing Mental and Emotional Struggles   06:05 - Building Supportive Friendships   10:25 - Being the Friend You Need   18:05 - Fitness as a Mental and Emotional Anchor   20:32 - Hobbies That Uplift and Challenge   24:09 - Setting Purposeful Goals   28:38 - Dropping the Armor: Final Thoughts   Battle Planners: Pick yours up today! Order Ryan's new book, The Masculinity Manifesto. For more information on the Iron Council brotherhood. Want maximum health, wealth, relationships, and abundance in your life? Sign up for our free course, 30 Days to Battle Ready

13 Des 202432min

In this week's "Ask Me Anything" episode, Ryan and Kipp dive into thought-provoking discussions on authority, respect, and assertiveness. They unpack the dangers of blindly appealing to authority, explore how men value respect in relationships, and share practical advice on cultivating a growth mindset in hiring and dating.  Listener questions cover diverse topics, including fostering accountability in teenagers, strengthening marriages, and finding motivation for personal and professional growth. With powerful insights, humor, and actionable takeaways, this episode is a must-listen for men striving to lead with purpose and conviction.  SHOW HIGHLIGHTS 00:00 - Episode Introduction 00:40 - Opening 02:43 - Headlines: COVID Report Insights 12:57 - Listener Question: Growth Mindset in Hiring and Dating 28:12 - Plans for 2025 and Daily Non-Negotiables 37:24 - Book Recommendations 42:33 - Advice: Career, Marriage, and Kids 53:11 - Addressing Teenage Accountability 01:02:48 - Marriage Challenges and Staying Together 01:08:18 - Turning Wants Into Needs and Finding Motivation 01:14:18 - Closing Remarks Battle Planners: Pick yours up today! Order Ryan's new book, The Masculinity Manifesto. For more information on the Iron Council brotherhood. Want maximum health, wealth, relationships, and abundance in your life? Sign up for our free course, 30 Days to Battle Ready

11 Des 20241h 20min

It’s no secret that, during COVID, we began to see how bad the foreign supply chain crisis was. That woke a lot of people up to the reality of importing cheap products from overseas, adversarial countries. But we’ve spent the last century closing American manufacturing facilities and exporting our American jobs overseas. With new potential tariffs (which I believe are more of an economic bargaining tool to Trump), we again are starring down the barrel of high prices for everyday goods. That’s part of the reason, I love what Josh Smith, Founder of Montana Knife Company is doing in a small town called Frenchtown in Montana. He’s putting Americans to work building American products – specifically, hunting, tactical, and culinary knives. Today we talk about the challenges with starting American-Made companies, what you’re likely to hear from competitors when you do, why growth isn’t always so linear and there are no overnight successes, why foreign markets are unfair business partnerships, and learning to build a business from the ground up – literally. SHOW HIGHLIGHTS: (00:00) Building Relationships and Hunting Stories (11:08) Knife Making and Hunting Stories (15:37) Special Forces Knife Design Inspiration (21:43) Examining Veteran Stories and Critique (27:48) Balancing Public Image and Personal Life (35:50) Knife Making Ethics and Production (45:58) American Manufacturing, Tariffs, and Government Spending (59:17) Building American Manufacturing and Relationships Battle Planners: Pick yours up today! Order Ryan's new book, The Masculinity Manifesto. For more information on the Iron Council brotherhood. Want maximum health, wealth, relationships, and abundance in your life? Sign up for our free course, 30 Days to Battle Ready

10 Des 20241h 14min

In this episode of Friday Field Notes, Ryan Michler dives into the essential steps to earn true respect in every area of life—personal relationships, career, and self-worth. Highlighting the importance of boundaries, effective communication, consistency, and character, he shares actionable advice for building a reputation that commands admiration. From managing your time and commitments to making confident decisions, Ryan unpacks how respect is cultivated through intentional actions rather than empty words. Listeners will also learn the "confidence-competence continuum" and why dressing, speaking, and presenting yourself matter. Whether for work or home, these principles empower you to become a man worthy of respect. SHOW HIGHLIGHTS 00:00 - Introduction 00:07 - The Love Language of Men is Respect 02:56 - Establishing Boundaries 07:37 - Effective Communication 12:12 - Following Through on Commitments 14:58 - Presenting Yourself Well 23:01 - The Power of Consistency 26:19 - Building Character Through Small Actions 30:36 - Acting with the Right Motives 34:45 - The Confidence-Competence Continuum 37:51 - The Importance of Decision-Making 44:05 - Final Thoughts and Iron Council Promotion 44:59 - Call to Action and Episode Closing Battle Planners: Pick yours up today! Order Ryan's new book, The Masculinity Manifesto. For more information on the Iron Council brotherhood. Want maximum health, wealth, relationships, and abundance in your life? Sign up for our free course, 30 Days to Battle Ready

6 Des 202446min