
The Michael Sartain Podcast
A show about intellectual curiosity. Physics, sociology, finance, leadership, evolutionary psychology, conspiracies, entrepreneurship, human sexuality, sports, philosophy, dating and history.
Where the playmate meets the fighter pilot, and the astrophysicists meets the flat-earther.
Latest episodes

Jul 2, 2025 • 2h 28min
CJ Sparxx - The Michael Sartain Podcast
CJ Sparxx is a multi time cover model and playmate. She’s the co-host of @insideonlyfans. She called herself the “sober bikini model” and shares her story of sobriety with her fans. you can follow Cj on youtube : @cjdoingthingz or on instagram :https://www.instagram.com/cjsparxx ———————————————————— 🔥 Steal my blueprint for attracting signed models and attending VIP-only events in 21 days... Without dating apps or late-night cold approach: https://www.moamentoring.com/opt/yt 📈 I'm looking for world-class talent to help me create a world of fulfilled men ($30k+/mo job openings): https://www.moamentoring.com/jobs 💯 Affiliate marketer? Our affiliates can make up to six figs! https://www.moamentoring.com/affiliate If you liked this video you might also like: ———————————————————— Youtube Timestamps: 00:00 – CJ returns to the podcast 01:40 – Moving to Vegas 03:43 – Starting testosterone therapy 06:00 – Effects on energy and sleep 09:40 – TRT vs. hormone pellets 13:50 – Celebs and steroid use 17:00 – Ozempic and double standards 20:00 – Fake fitness plans online 24:00 – Changing beauty trends 29:00 – TikTok and realness 32:00 – Love for the '90s Playboy look 36:00 – CJ’s religious background 42:00 – Talking with religious parents 47:00 – Spirituality and identity 52:00 – Bible interpretation issues 57:00 – Science vs. creationism 01:03:00 – LGBTQ divisions 01:06:00 – Disneyland TikTok drama 01:10:40 – Pushing content boundaries 01:14:00 – Conservatives and expression 01:18:30 – Outrage and algorithm 01:22:15 – Balancing real and curated 01:26:40 – Dealing with hate online 01:30:55 – Growth vs. integrity 01:35:20 – Career shift to podcasting 01:39:10 – Judgments in influencer life 01:42:45 – Thoughts on motherhood 01:47:10 – Freedom and legacy 01:51:00 – Dating in the spotlight 01:55:30 – Being seen vs. being known 01:59:10 – Choosing aligned partners 02:02:40 – Instagram vs. reality 02:06:20 – Advice for modern women 02:10:50 – Growth and future goals 02:14:00 – Authenticity and impact #michael #michaelsartain #michael_sartain #michael_sartain_podcast

Jun 25, 2025 • 2h 25min
Dr. Orion Taraban - The Michael Sartain Podcast
After 8 months of absence from the podcast, I would like to welcome my guest. Dr Orion Taraban, Psy.D. (IG: @psyc.hacks ) is a clinical psychologist in private practice and the creator of PsycHacks, a popular podcast devoted to relationships and personal development. He's the author of a new book, The Value of Others. He's got over 800,000 subs on YouTube. ———————————————————— 🔥 Steal my blueprint for attracting signed models and attending VIP-only events in 21 days... Without dating apps or late-night cold approach: https://www.moamentoring.com/opt/yt 📈 I'm looking for world-class talent to help me create a world of fulfilled men ($30k+/mo job openings): https://www.moamentoring.com/jobs 💯 Affiliate marketer? Our affiliates can make up to six figs! https://www.moamentoring.com/affiliate If you liked this video you might also like: ———————————————————— Timestamps Of course. Here is the complete list of timestamps and chapter titles, formatted for easy pasting into a YouTube description: 00:00 - Introduction and welcome back to the channel 01:18 - Praise for Orion Taraban's ability to discuss controversial topics 02:52 - The concept that all relationships are transactional 04:16 - Applying the transactional model to the parent-child relationship 05:39 - Why relationships based on a value calculation aren't offensive 10:02 - The profitability of catering to women 10:24 - Discussing why successful women might be unhappy 14:47 - Gender norms being enforced by women more than men 22:08 - Using AI models for podcast research 24:11 - Conclusion and book promotion 25:39 - The concept of cuckoldry and its lack of a female equivalent 26:25 - The role money plays in dating and relationships 28:12 - The "two women" concept 32:21 - The difference between talking and communicating 35:25 - Why men need to provide value in a relationship 38:29 - Why successful women often date mediocre men 41:14 - Double standards in the sexual marketplace 43:52 - The reasons behind failed marriages 47:39 - When men are at their peak 49:21 - Should a man "grind out" his 20s? 53:22 - When should a man settle down? 55:11 - The art of subtle negotiation in relationships 01:00:38 - Thoughts on "right person, wrong time" 01:05:32 - How to improve dating skills 01:11:30 - How dating changes after age 40 or 50 01:15:49 - How to know if someone likes you for you 01:25:21 - Why men should have more criteria for women 01:30:08 - How to test a potential partner during the dating process 01:42:47 - When to consider getting married 01:53:49 - How to maintain attraction in a relationship 01:54:09 - The importance of "frame" in a relationship 01:58:00 - Expecting your partner to fill too many roles 02:03:35 - How to get your needs met outside of a relationship 02:22:08 - Using AI for podcast research 02:24:11 - Conclusion and book promotion michael_sartain_podcast

Oct 16, 2024 • 1h 37min
Connor Beaton - The Michael Sartain Podcast
Connor Beaton, founder of ManTalks and author of "Men's Work," discusses the pressing issues facing men today. He highlights the imbalances in modern dating fueled by social media and the pressures that come with societal beauty standards. Connor also addresses the failures of traditional therapy in helping men and advocates for more effective, connection-oriented solutions. The conversation dives into the complexities of masculinity, emotional safety, and how personal challenges can motivate success while examining the evolving landscape of relationships in a digital age.

Oct 9, 2024 • 1h 28min
Kashif Khan - The Michael Sartain Podcast
Kashif Khan, a genetic expert and author of "The DNA Way," dives into the fascinating world of personalized medicine based on individual DNA. He discusses the impact of genetics on hormonal health, the hidden effects of hormonal birth control, and the urgent need to address male and female hormonal balance. Khan also explores dietary influences on cognitive health, emphasizing the importance of personalized nutrition. With insights into peptides, stem cells, and the struggles for accessibility, this conversation sheds light on modern health challenges and innovative solutions.

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Aug 28, 2024 • 2h 11min
Casey Zander - The Michael Sartain Podcast
In this engaging discussion, Casey Zander—a dating coach with over 500,000 YouTube subscribers—shares his unique journey from fitness coaching to becoming a dating expert. He delves into the power of authentic content, revealing how genuine connections outweigh polished production. Casey also discusses the complexities of attraction, social dynamics, and the often-overlooked role of emotional intelligence in relationships. He emphasizes overcoming analysis paralysis in dating, embracing resilience, and understanding the intricacies of sexual market value.

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Jul 24, 2024 • 2h 25min
Orion Taraban - The Michael Sartain Podcast
Dr. Orion Taraban, a clinical psychologist and creator of PsycHacks, dives into the shifting dynamics of modern dating. He discusses the price valuation of sex and the paradox of dating apps, where digital interaction contrasts with declining marriage rates. Exploring the complexities of attraction, he highlights how societal status and financial dynamics affect relationships. Taraban also examines the influence of testosterone on behavior and the emotional responses to infidelity, revealing intriguing insights into contemporary romance.

Jun 26, 2024 • 2h 30min
Kaylan Franca, Lizzy Acosta, Nikola Weiterova, Andrea Magyar - The Michael Sartain Podcast
Kaylan Franca is a former model and the owner of Legend Models and Talent. Lizzy Acosta is a fitness influencer and model. Nikola Weiterova and Andrea Magyar both immigrated form Slovakia to become finest influencers and are co owners of Gaia Styles. https://www.instagram.com/kaylan_legend/ https://www.instagram.com/lizzyaacosta/ https://www.instagram.com/nikolaweiterova/ https://www.instagram.com/official.andrea_magyar/ ———————————————————— Ready to build a network of amazing women and high-status men? Michael’s Men of Action is a one-on-one Master’s program that teaches men how to create elite social lives by becoming higher status. Click this link to learn how you can have a High-Status lifestyle now: https://m.moamentoring.com/podcast Click here to join the Men of Action community and watch the High-Status Networking 101 course: https://m.moamentoring.com/moa-community Interested in joining the Men of Action sales team? Apply here: https://www.moamentoring.com/jobs/sales Men of Action has an affiliate program! Post pre-made content and get paid passively: https://www.moamentoring.com/affiliate ———————————————————— 0:00 Intro 1:33 *Las Vegas vs their hometowns 4:34 *Unrealistic expectations from living in Las Vegas 5:13 Rescuing cats 6:11 Rescuing birds 7:30 Moving to Las Vegas 9:40 Doing fitness the right way 10:44 *The benefits of living in Las Vegas 12:22 *The challenges of living in Las Vegas 15:26 Being judged by other people 19:17 Bikini photos promote a healthy lifestyle 21:48 Living in Tijuana 25:44 The jobs in Las Vegas are hard 27:42 Moving from Europe to the US 28:27 What’s an atmosphere model? 31:40 Kindly Myers 34:27 Meeting Kaylan Franca 35:13 Las Vegas clubs feel like a prep rally 36:13 Using social media for finding work 38:06 *The Gaia business model 40:57 *Running ads on Meta 43:42 *Nothing helps more than having a podcast 45:35 *Coaching through group Zoom calls 48:12 Instagram engagement 49:27 People always agree with pretty girls 51:46 How IG reels help engagement 54:47 The difficulties of advertising through social media 57:56 People having sex on the beach in Jamaica 1:02:14 Difficulties of working around good-looking people 1:04:01 Tracking sleep 1:05:03 *Dating people in the industry 1:09:43 Jealousy 1:11:51 Having conservative traditional values 1:14:00 Rescuing animals 1:17:23 *Questioning natural selection 1:20:57 *Microdosing 1:23:36 Being extroverted 1:24:37 The hardest part of self-help 1:26:46 *The delusionality of some women 1:28:53 *Participating in bikini competitions 1:36:32 *What qualities would catch your eye? 1:46:37 Adding value to someone’s life 1:48:17 The hard part of having many female friends 1:52:31 Dating men on steroids 1:53:46 *TRT 2:02:49 *The physiques men and women like 2:04:15 The desperation of men at the bottom 2:09:30 *The delusional calculator 2:22:18 Ongoing businesses 2:28:12 Social media

Jun 5, 2024 • 1h 34min
Greg Doucette - The Michael Sartain Podcast
Greg Doucette (IG: @GregDoucetteIFBBPro ) is a pro bodybuilder and fitness content creator who is know for his videos covering topics such as fitness, supplements, anabolic, endocrinology and intersexual dynamics. He has over 2 million YouTube subscribers. He's become well-known for his "natty or not" videos. @gregdoucette Greg also has his line of supplements and "The Ultimate Anabolic Cookbook". ———————————————————— Ready to build a network of amazing women and high-status men? Michael’s Men of Action is a one-on-one Master’s program that teaches men how to create elite social lives by becoming higher status. Click this link to learn how you can have a High-Status lifestyle now: https://m.moamentoring.com/podcast Click here to join the Men of Action community and watch the High-Status Networking 101 course: https://m.moamentoring.com/moa-community Interested in joining the Men of Action sales team? Apply here: https://www.moamentoring.com/jobs/sales Men of Action has an affiliate program! Post pre-made content and get paid passively: https://www.moamentoring.com/affiliate ————————————————————

May 8, 2024 • 2h 18min
Jazmen Jafar, Farha Khalidi - The Michael Sartain Podcast
Jazmen Jafar is a former attorney who changed careers and became an OnlyFans content creator. Farha Khalidi previously worked as a lobbyist, then became a TikTok creator and finally transitioning over to OnlyFans. The two of them are on tour debating content creators about the efficacies of OnlyFans and sex work. @jazmenjafarr @farhakhalidi1999 @farha5620 ———————————————————— Ready to build a network of amazing women and high-status men? Michael’s Men of Action is a one-on-one Master’s program that teaches men how to create elite social lives by becoming higher status. Click this link to learn how you can have a High-Status lifestyle now: https://m.moamentoring.com/podcast Click here to join the Men of Action community and watch the High-Status Networking 101 course: https://m.moamentoring.com/moa-community Interested in joining the Men of Action sales team? Apply here: https://www.moamentoring.com/jobs/sales Men of Action has an affiliate program! Post pre-made content and get paid passively: https://www.moamentoring.com/affiliate ———————————————————— 0:00 Intro 1:01 Going into law work 3:42 Blowing up on social media 5:44 Taking on Red Pill content creators 7:58 *Pornography and no fap 16:48 *Is watching porn cheating? 23:25 *Hypergamy doesn’t manifest 32:11 Short-term vs long-term mating 34:25 Women have reproduced more than men 36:23 *Hypergamy is starting to flip 45:48 *The impact of height in mating 51:11 Twice as many men than women are single 55:29 *Is beauty subjective or objective? 1:01:30 Men dating women far younger than them 1:07:05 Upbringing issues 1:11:09 OnlyFans accountants 1:11:45 Inclination to get into OnlyFans 1:12:26 Progressive overcorrection 1:13:43 Stay-at-home men 1:19:42 *AI women vs real women 1:28:56 *Free will 1:37:11 *The challenges of evolutionary psychology 1:45:35 Crazy sex offers 1:48:33 Being in a polyandrous relationship 1:50:08 Stop wishing for OF girls to suffer 1:54:15 The girlfriend experience is unhealthy 1:56:16 *Using pre selection as a dating strategy 2:03:48 Legalizing prostitution and pornography 2:06:30 The controversy with Rollo Tomassi 2:09:02 Debate with Andrew Willson 2:10:15 Political parties paying money to streamers 2:14:18 Debate with Rollo Tomassi 2:15:22 Social media

Apr 17, 2024 • 2h 12min
How to Make $10 Million Per Month: Weston Corica, Brandon Mcelroy - The Michael Sartain Podcast
Weston Corica ( IG: @westoncorica ) and Brandon McElroy ( IG: @brandonmcelroy_ ) are e-commerce experts and content creators. They’ve built their business to $250 million and do over $10 million a month in revenue. They use and teach techniques involving TikTok Shop, Amazon and Walmart. Tyler Schoenick oversees the sales team for Men of Action Mentoring. Over 1,500 men have joined MOA Mentoring. ———————————————————— Ready to build a network of amazing women and high-status men? Michael’s Men of Action is a one-on-one Master’s program that teaches men how to create elite social lives by becoming higher status. Click this link to learn how you can have a High-Status lifestyle now: https://m.moamentoring.com/podcast Click here to join the Men of Action community and watch the High-Status Networking 101 course: https://m.moamentoring.com/moa-community Interested in joining the Men of Action sales team? Apply here: https://www.moamentoring.com/jobs/sales Men of Action has an affiliate program! Post pre-made content and get paid passively: https://www.moamentoring.com/affiliate ———————————————————— 0:00 Intro 0:59 Born and raised in San Diego 1:38 *Selling t-shirts 2:55 *Selling on online marketplaces 4:40 *Tai Lopez Amazon training 6:11 *Selling fidget spinners 8:43 *Consulting agency 12:20 *Learning everything from the Internet 12:56 Creating a digital product 15:01 Physical vs info products 19:04 *A/B testing ads 21:53 *Affiliate program 26:04 Male self-improvement engagement is going down 27:56 TikTok bans any lascivious content 30:45 Advertising on Meta 33:34 Naming the brand after yourself 37:30 *Hiring and firing agencies 42:05 Becoming the face of the company 43:53 Learn to do things yourself first 46:20 Handling points of contention 49:35 The danger of being the face of the company 50:30 *Men angry at the failure of pick-up 55:50 *Having haters 1:00:15 Having “excusitis” 1:03:18 Becoming a millionaire 1:09:41 War stories 1:15:17 *How to start from the beginning 1:22:16 *Tips for creating content 1:24:28 *Reaching out to affiliates 1:29:28 The main reason guys fail at business 1:33:08 Why choose Las Vegas 1:36:27 Connecting with Dan Bilzerian 1:39:30 Outsourcing vs in-house 1:43:28 *Biohacking 1:50:01 *Cold plunges 1:52:36 *Dating before and after money 1:58:43 No press is bad press 2:04:49 Gratitude 2:06:46 Advice for young men 2:09:25 Social media