

"Come On, Man" Podcast
Paul B.
Men’s Relationship Coach | I help men master masculinity and overcome breakups, divorce, rejection, and dead bedroom frustration. Learn to fix sexless marriages, revive lost intimacy, and rebuild lasting attraction using red pill strategies, alpha male confidence, emotional resilience, and leadership skills. Conquer nice guy syndrome, approach anxiety, and betatization. Get expert dating and texting advice, screen for compatibility, get your ex back, move on after heartbreak, and attract high-value women. Transform pain into power.
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Jan 21, 2026 • 44min
Stop Texting Your Ex: Do THIS Instead!
Feeling the urge to text your ex after a breakup? This episode breaks down the psychology behind why men keep reaching out even when they know it works against them. We explore what actually drives the impulse, whether it is loneliness, seeking validation, boredom, or emotional discomfort.You’ll learn why the urge feels compulsive, how the brain tries to escape silence, and what to replace that habit with so it loses its grip. This is about ending the cycle, rebuilding emotional control, and regaining self direction after a breakup instead of staying stuck in reactive behavior.VIDEOS TO WATCH NEXT:Watch this playlist to figure out how to fix your failing marriage:https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLEXcvFDdRqPuu_G8-sTLS7eXT7myvidMFWatch this playlist to help you get over your ex for good:https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLEXcvFDdRqPsZ9JCTSAIkin-oMnavqNJZWatch this playlist to develop an unshakable frame and take control of your life:https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLEXcvFDdRqPvgN8idHfGfOp3gA8Y0tMxT&si=NccZ6koKYz3hSuUz--------------------------------------------BOOKS THAT WILL CHANGE YOUR LIFE➡️ Want to learn the life lessons I wish I knew when I was 18? Click here to get started:https://mybook.to/EIWIKWIW18➡️ Want to master your mindset and build an unshakable masculine presence? Click here now:https://mybook.to/psychology-paradigm➡️ Get your wife to bang you again:https://mybook.to/GHTFYA➡️ Move on from your ex FOR GOOD:https://mybook.to/FTB➡️ Keep your woman FOREVER:https://mybook.to/KeepYourB-tch➡️ This Little Book Will Change Your Life:https://mybook.to/littlebook--------------------------------------------FOLLOW MEFollow on TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@comeonmanpodFollow on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/comeonmanpodcast/Follow on X - https://x.com/bestmenspodFollow on Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/comeonmanpodcast--------------------------------------------COMMUNITIES➡️ Join The W.O.L.F. Pack:https://wolf.comeonmanpod.com/➡️ Become a Spotify Channel Subscriber:https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/comeonman/subscribe--------------------------------------------

Jan 19, 2026 • 43min
Never Ask Her "What's Wrong?" (She'll Pull Away)
Discover why asking "what's wrong?" is a common mistake that kills attraction and makes relationship problems worse, especially in a sexless marriage or dead bedroom situation. Learn how overcommunication backfires and why silence, backed by self-control, is more powerful than demanding explanations. If you're facing marriage problems and your wife or girlfriend is distant, this video reveals how to regain attraction by staying solid and avoiding the trap of emotional interrogation.👉 MAKE HER FEAR LOSING YOU: https://dread.fixdeadbedrooms.comVIDEOS TO WATCH NEXT:Watch this playlist to figure out how to fix your failing marriage: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLEXcvFDdRqPuu_G8-sTLS7eXT7myvidMFWatch this playlist to help you get over your ex for good! https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLEXcvFDdRqPsZ9JCTSAIkin-oMnavqNJZWatch this playlist to develop an unshakable frame and take control of your life: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLEXcvFDdRqPvgN8idHfGfOp3gA8Y0tMxT&si=NccZ6koKYz3hSuUz--------------------------------------------BOOKS THAT WILL CHANGE YOUR LIFE➡️ Want to learn the life lessons I wish I knew when I was 18? Click here to get started: https://mybook.to/EIWIKWIW18➡️ Want to master your mindset and build an unshakable masculine presence? Click here now: https://mybook.to/psychology-paradigm➡️ Get your wife to bang you again: https://mybook.to/GHTFYA➡️ Move on from your ex FOR GOOD: https://mybook.to/FTB➡️ Keep your woman FOREVER: https://mybook.to/KeepYourB-tch➡️ This Little Book Will Change Your Life: https://mybook.to/littlebook--------------------------------------------FOLLOW MEFollow on TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@comeonmanpodFollow on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/comeonmanpodcast/Follow on X - https://x.com/bestmenspodFollow on Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/comeonmanpodcast--------------------------------------------COMMUNITIES➡️ Join The W.O.L.F. Pack: https://wolf.comeonmanpod.com/➡️ Become a Spotify Channel Subscriber: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/comeonman/subscribe--------------------------------------------

Jan 16, 2026 • 58min
Your Emotions Are Not The Problem (This Is)
Most men misunderstand emotional control, believing it means shutting feelings down. That mistake quietly hands emotions control over behavior. In this video, we break down what actually causes men to lose control and why fixing the wrong thing keeps them reactive. You’ll learn the difference between real emotional mastery and suppression, why discomfort isn’t the problem, and how unexamined interpretations drive emotional reactions.This episode shows how to shift attention away from the emotion itself and toward the triggers, assumptions, and perceptions underneath it. When you understand what is really shaping your reactions, emotional control becomes natural instead of forced. The result is a stronger mindset, steadier behavior, and real internal authority instead of constant self management.👉 MAKE HER FEAR LOSING YOU:https://dread.fixdeadbedrooms.comVIDEOS TO WATCH NEXT:Watch this playlist to figure out how to fix your failing marriage:https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLEXcvFDdRqPuu_G8-sTLS7eXT7myvidMFWatch this playlist to help you get over your ex for good!https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLEXcvFDdRqPsZ9JCTSAIkin-oMnavqNJZWatch this playlist to develop an unshakable frame and take control of your life:https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLEXcvFDdRqPvgN8idHfGfOp3gA8Y0tMxT&si=NccZ6koKYz3hSuUz--------------------------------------------BOOKS THAT WILL CHANGE YOUR LIFE➡️ Want to learn the life lessons I wish I knew when I was 18? Click here to get started:https://mybook.to/EIWIKWIW18➡️ Want to master your mindset and build an unshakable masculine presence? Click here now:https://mybook.to/psychology-paradigm➡️ Get your wife to bang you again:https://mybook.to/GHTFYA➡️ Move on from your ex FOR GOOD:https://mybook.to/FTB➡️ Keep your woman FOREVER:https://mybook.to/KeepYourB-tch➡️ This Little Book Will Change Your Life:https://mybook.to/littlebook--------------------------------------------FOLLOW MEFollow on TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@comeonmanpodFollow on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/comeonmanpodcast/Follow on X - https://x.com/bestmenspodFollow on Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/comeonmanpodcast--------------------------------------------COMMUNITIES➡️ Join The W.O.L.F. Pack:https://wolf.comeonmanpod.com/➡️ Become a Spotify Channel Subscriber:https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/comeonman/subscribe--------------------------------------------

Jan 14, 2026 • 53min
7 Brutal Mistakes Men Make After a Breakup
A breakup can mess with your judgment fast, especially for men trying to regain control and self respect. In this live stream, we unpack the most damaging post breakup mistakes men make without realizing how much they cost emotionally, socially, and mentally. This conversation goes beyond surface level advice and looks at what actually prolongs pain, damages confidence, and keeps men stuck longer than necessary.You’ll learn why certain reactions feel justified in the moment but quietly reinforce the same patterns that caused the relationship to end. We talk about mindset traps, social behaviors, and emotional habits that feel productive but quietly sabotage progress after a breakup. If you’re navigating the aftermath of a relationship and want to rebuild direction, discipline, and self trust, this stream is for you.👉 MAKE HER FEAR LOSING YOU: https://dread.fixdeadbedrooms.comVIDEOS TO WATCH NEXT:Watch this playlist to figure out how to fix your failing marriage:https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLEXcvFDdRqPuu_G8-sTLS7eXT7myvidMFWatch this playlist to help you get over your ex for good:https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLEXcvFDdRqPsZ9JCTSAIkin-oMnavqNJZWatch this playlist to develop an unshakable frame and take control of your life:https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLEXcvFDdRqPvgN8idHfGfOp3gA8Y0tMxT&si=NccZ6koKYz3hSuUz--------------------------------------------BOOKS THAT WILL CHANGE YOUR LIFE➡️ Want to learn the life lessons I wish I knew when I was 18?https://mybook.to/EIWIKWIW18➡️ Want to master your mindset and build an unshakable masculine presence?https://mybook.to/psychology-paradigm➡️ Get your wife to bang you again:https://mybook.to/GHTFYA➡️ Move on from your ex FOR GOOD:https://mybook.to/FTB➡️ Keep your woman FOREVER:https://mybook.to/KeepYourB-tch➡️ This Little Book Will Change Your Life:https://mybook.to/littlebook--------------------------------------------FOLLOW MEFollow on TikTok:https://www.tiktok.com/@comeonmanpodFollow on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/comeonmanpodcast/Follow on X:https://x.com/bestmenspodFollow on Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/comeonmanpodcast--------------------------------------------COMMUNITIES➡️ Join The W.O.L.F. Pack:https://wolf.comeonmanpod.com/➡️ Become a Spotify Channel Subscriber:https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/comeonman/subscribe--------------------------------------------

Jan 12, 2026 • 50min
THE UGLY TRUTH About Your Wife's Female Friends That Nobody Talks About
If your relationship has slowly gotten worse and you can’t quite explain why, it might not be your communication or how much effort you’re putting in. In this episode, I break down the quiet but powerful influence your woman’s social circle has on how she sees you, especially when her closest friends are unhappy, bitter, or quietly sabotaging from the sidelines. Understanding how toxic female friends shape a woman’s perception of her relationship could save you from massive frustration down the line.We’re not talking about obvious drama. This is the kind of indirect pressure that shows up through gossip, helpful advice, backhanded compliments, and constant comparison. The problem isn’t just what they say, it’s how it slowly warps her view of you and the bond you’ve built. Men often overlook how emotional validation within female friend groups can reward dysfunction, escalate complaints, and turn private issues into public ones. If your woman overshares, lacks boundaries, or prioritizes group approval over your relationship’s health, you need to understand what’s really happening.👉 MAKE HER FEAR LOSING YOU: https://dread.fixdeadbedrooms.comVIDEOS TO WATCH NEXT:Watch this playlist to figure out how to fix your failing marriage:https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLEXcvFDdRqPuu_G8-sTLS7eXT7myvidMFWatch this playlist to help you get over your ex for good:https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLEXcvFDdRqPsZ9JCTSAIkin-oMnavqNJZWatch this playlist to develop an unshakable frame and take control of your life:https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLEXcvFDdRqPvgN8idHfGfOp3gA8Y0tMxT&si=NccZ6koKYz3hSuUz--------------------------------------------BOOKS THAT WILL CHANGE YOUR LIFE➡️ Want to learn the life lessons I wish I knew when I was 18?https://mybook.to/EIWIKWIW18➡️ Want to master your mindset and build an unshakable masculine presence?https://mybook.to/psychology-paradigm➡️ Get your wife to bang you again:https://mybook.to/GHTFYA➡️ Move on from your ex FOR GOOD:https://mybook.to/FTB➡️ Keep your woman FOREVER:https://mybook.to/KeepYourB-tch➡️ This Little Book Will Change Your Life:https://mybook.to/littlebook--------------------------------------------FOLLOW MEFollow on TikTok:https://www.tiktok.com/@comeonmanpodFollow on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/comeonmanpodcast/Follow on X:https://x.com/bestmenspodFollow on Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/comeonmanpodcast--------------------------------------------COMMUNITIES➡️ Join The W.O.L.F. Pack:https://wolf.comeonmanpod.com/➡️ Become a Spotify Channel Subscriber:https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/comeonman/subscribe--------------------------------------------

Jan 9, 2026 • 47min
(WARNING) This Is Why Results Never Last
In this live stream, I sit down with It Works, a short but intense book about desire, focus, and results that has been quietly passed around for generations. Rather than rushing through it, I read it carefully and talk through what actually holds up, what people misunderstand, and why so many men struggle to apply ideas like intention and belief in real life. If you have ever felt stuck, unfocused, or unsure why effort alone is not changing your situation, this stream is meant to slow things down and examine what this book is really saying when you strip away mysticism and wishful thinking. This is not hype or motivation talk. It is a grounded look at how attention, repetition, and commitment shape outcomes over time, especially for men who want more control over their direction and results.👉 MAKE HER FEAR LOSING YOU: https://dread.fixdeadbedrooms.comVIDEOS TO WATCH NEXT:Watch this playlist to figure out how to fix your failing marriage:https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLEXcvFDdRqPuu_G8-sTLS7eXT7myvidMFWatch this playlist to help you get over your ex for good:https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLEXcvFDdRqPsZ9JCTSAIkin-oMnavqNJZWatch this playlist to develop an unshakable frame and take control of your life:https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLEXcvFDdRqPvgN8idHfGfOp3gA8Y0tMxT&si=NccZ6koKYz3hSuUz--------------------------------------------BOOKS THAT WILL CHANGE YOUR LIFE➡️ Want to learn the life lessons I wish I knew when I was 18?https://mybook.to/EIWIKWIW18➡️ Want to master your mindset and build an unshakable masculine presence?https://mybook.to/psychology-paradigm➡️ Get your wife to bang you again:https://mybook.to/GHTFYA➡️ Move on from your ex FOR GOOD:https://mybook.to/FTB➡️ Keep your woman FOREVER:https://mybook.to/KeepYourB-tch➡️ This Little Book Will Change Your Life:https://mybook.to/littlebook--------------------------------------------FOLLOW MEFollow on TikTok:https://www.tiktok.com/@comeonmanpodFollow on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/comeonmanpodcast/Follow on X:https://x.com/bestmenspodFollow on Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/comeonmanpodcast--------------------------------------------COMMUNITIES➡️ Join The W.O.L.F. Pack:https://wolf.comeonmanpod.com/➡️ Become a Spotify Channel Subscriber:https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/comeonman/subscribe--------------------------------------------

Jan 7, 2026 • 1h 3min
Transforming Rejection into Your Greatest Dating Superpower
In Transforming Rejection into Your Greatest Dating Superpower, this episode explores why being turned down feels heavier than it should and how most men accidentally train fear by trying to avoid it. We break down how rejection actually functions as feedback, not judgment, and why men who improve fastest stop seeking approval and start collecting experience. You’ll hear how relaxed repetition, clear intent, and volume change your results without forcing outcomes, plus why dating works better when your focus stays on fun, presence, and momentum instead of outcome anxiety. This conversation reframes rejection as a tool that strengthens confidence, improves social instinct, and removes pressure from dating altogether. By the end, you’ll understand why men who stop personalizing rejection stop feeling stuck and start seeing consistent progress.👉 MAKE HER FEAR LOSING YOU: https://dread.fixdeadbedrooms.comVIDEOS TO WATCH NEXT:Watch this playlist to figure out how to fix your failing marriage:https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLEXcvFDdRqPuu_G8-sTLS7eXT7myvidMFWatch this playlist to help you get over your ex for good:https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLEXcvFDdRqPsZ9JCTSAIkin-oMnavqNJZWatch this playlist to develop an unshakable frame and take control of your life:https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLEXcvFDdRqPvgN8idHfGfOp3gA8Y0tMxT&si=NccZ6koKYz3hSuUz--------------------------------------------BOOKS THAT WILL CHANGE YOUR LIFE➡️ Want to learn the life lessons I wish I knew when I was 18?https://mybook.to/EIWIKWIW18➡️ Want to master your mindset and build an unshakable masculine presence?https://mybook.to/psychology-paradigm➡️ Get your wife to bang you again:https://mybook.to/GHTFYA➡️ Move on from your ex FOR GOOD:https://mybook.to/FTB➡️ Keep your woman FOREVER:https://mybook.to/KeepYourB-tch➡️ This Little Book Will Change Your Life:https://mybook.to/littlebook--------------------------------------------FOLLOW MEFollow on TikTok:https://www.tiktok.com/@comeonmanpodFollow on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/comeonmanpodcast/Follow on X:https://x.com/bestmenspodFollow on Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/comeonmanpodcast--------------------------------------------COMMUNITIES➡️ Join The W.O.L.F. Pack:https://wolf.comeonmanpod.com/➡️ Become a Spotify Channel Subscriber:https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/comeonman/subscribe--------------------------------------------

Jan 5, 2026 • 1h 1min
Are You Unconsciously Sabotaging Your Long-Term Relationship Success? (The Red Pill Truth)
We dissect the insidious, often subconscious behaviors that erode long term relationship success. This episode challenges men to confront nice guy conditioning and understand why emotional resilience, boundaries, and grounded behavior determine whether attraction survives over time. This is not about surface tactics. It is about recognizing the patterns that quietly destroy connection and replacing them with strength that lasts.👉 MAKE HER FEAR LOSING YOU: https://dread.fixdeadbedrooms.comVIDEOS TO WATCH NEXT:Watch this playlist to figure out how to fix your failing marriage:https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLEXcvFDdRqPuu_G8-sTLS7eXT7myvidMFWatch this playlist to help you get over your ex for good:https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLEXcvFDdRqPsZ9JCTSAIkin-oMnavqNJZWatch this playlist to develop an unshakable frame and take control of your life:https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLEXcvFDdRqPvgN8idHfGfOp3gA8Y0tMxT&si=NccZ6koKYz3hSuUz--------------------------------------------BOOKS THAT WILL CHANGE YOUR LIFE➡️ Want to learn the life lessons I wish I knew when I was 18?https://mybook.to/EIWIKWIW18➡️ Want to master your mindset and build an unshakable masculine presence?https://mybook.to/psychology-paradigm➡️ Get your wife to bang you again:https://mybook.to/GHTFYA➡️ Move on from your ex FOR GOOD:https://mybook.to/FTB➡️ Keep your woman FOREVER:https://mybook.to/KeepYourB-tch--------------------------------------------FOLLOW METikTok:https://www.tiktok.com/@comeonmanpodInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/comeonmanpodcast/X:https://x.com/bestmenspodFacebook:https://www.facebook.com/comeonmanpodcast--------------------------------------------COMMUNITIES➡️ Join The W.O.L.F. Pack:https://wolf.comeonmanpod.com/➡️ Become a Spotify Channel Subscriber:https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/comeonman/subscribe--------------------------------------------

Jan 2, 2026 • 1h 14min
The Strangest Secret That Explains Why Most Men Never Succeed
The Strangest Secret That Explains Why Most Men Never Succeed is the message that made Earl Nightingale famous. In this livestream, I read it in full and break down why it still applies to men today. This episode explores why so many men work hard, stay busy, and still end up frustrated with their results. Nightingale’s core idea centers on thought, intention, and purpose, and how those quietly shape income, direction, and fulfillment over decades.This reading is especially relevant for men who feel stuck, uncertain about their future, or disappointed by how life has unfolded despite years of effort. The principles discussed are simple but uncomfortable, which is often why they are ignored. If you have ever wondered why discipline alone is not enough, why motivation fades, or why most people never reach independence, this message explains it in a way few modern voices do. Listen closely and decide what you want your thinking to build next.👉 MAKE HER FEAR LOSING YOU: https://dread.fixdeadbedrooms.com--------------------------------------------VIDEOS TO WATCH NEXT:Watch this playlist to figure out how to fix your failing marriage:https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLEXcvFDdRqPuu_G8-sTLS7eXT7myvidMFWatch this playlist to help you get over your ex for good:https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLEXcvFDdRqPsZ9JCTSAIkin-oMnavqNJZWatch this playlist to develop an unshakable frame and take control of your life:https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLEXcvFDdRqPvgN8idHfGfOp3gA8Y0tMxT&si=NccZ6koKYz3hSuUz--------------------------------------------BOOKS THAT WILL CHANGE YOUR LIFE➡️ Want to learn the life lessons I wish I knew when I was 18?https://mybook.to/EIWIKWIW18➡️ Want to master your mindset and build an unshakable masculine presence?https://mybook.to/psychology-paradigm➡️ Get your wife to bang you again:https://mybook.to/GHTFYA➡️ Move on from your ex FOR GOOD:https://mybook.to/FTB➡️ Keep your woman FOREVER:https://mybook.to/KeepYourB-tch--------------------------------------------FOLLOW METikTok:https://www.tiktok.com/@comeonmanpodInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/comeonmanpodcast/X:https://x.com/bestmenspodFacebook:https://www.facebook.com/comeonmanpodcast--------------------------------------------COMMUNITIES➡️ Join The W.O.L.F. Pack:https://wolf.comeonmanpod.com/➡️ Become a Spotify Subscriber:https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/comeonman/subscribe--------------------------------------------

Dec 31, 2025 • 47min
Mixed Signals Are Not Random Here’s How To Read Them
Mixed Signals Are Not Random Here’s How To Read Them is about helping men stop overthinking confusing behavior and start recognizing what interest actually looks like. In this stream, we break down why mixed signals happen, why men fixate on words instead of actions, and how attention without progress keeps men stuck. You will learn how to spot manipulation through inconsistency, how time and availability reveal intent, and why behavior always tells the truth before words do. This episode is for men who are tired of guessing, tired of polite excuses, and ready to act with confidence based on what women do, not what they say. 👉 MAKE HER FEAR LOSING YOU: https://dread.fixdeadbedrooms.com--------------------------------------------VIDEOS TO WATCH NEXT: Watch this playlist to figure out how to fix your failing marriage: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLEXcvFDdRqPuu_G8-sTLS7eXT7myvidMF Watch this playlist to help you get over your ex for good: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLEXcvFDdRqPsZ9JCTSAIkin-oMnavqNJZ Watch this playlist to develop an unshakable frame and take control of your life: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLEXcvFDdRqPvgN8idHfGfOp3gA8Y0tMxT&si=NccZ6koKYz3hSuUz--------------------------------------------BOOKS THAT WILL CHANGE YOUR LIFE ➡️ Want to learn the life lessons I wish I knew when I was 18? Click here to get started: https://mybook.to/EIWIKWIW18 ➡️ Want to master your mindset and build an unshakable masculine presence? Click here now: https://mybook.to/psychology-paradigm ➡️ Get your wife to bang you again: https://mybook.to/GHTFYA ➡️ Move on from your ex FOR GOOD: https://mybook.to/FTB ➡️ Keep your woman FOREVER: https://mybook.to/KeepYourB-tch--------------------------------------------FOLLOW ME Follow on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@comeonmanpod Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/comeonmanpodcast/ Follow on X: https://x.com/bestmenspod Follow on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/comeonmanpodcast--------------------------------------------COMMUNITIES ➡️ Join The W.O.L.F. Pack: https://wolf.comeonmanpod.com/ ➡️ Become a Spotify Subscriber: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/comeonman/subscribe--------------------------------------------


