Order of Man
Ryan Michler
We are reclaiming what it means to be a man. Each week we interview the world's most successful men on the planet - elite athletes, warriors, New York Times Bestselling Authors, and world-class entrepreneurs – extract their hard-fought lessons and experiences and deliver them straight to you. Past guests include Jocko Willink, Tim Kennedy, Andy Frisella, Lewis Howes, Grant Cardone, Ryan Holiday, Ben Greenfield, Rich Roll, and so many more. If you're ready to level up your life as a man, this is the show for you.
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Oct 30, 2026 • 24min
3 Habits That are Quietly Destroying You | FRIDAY FIELD NOTES
Broadcasting from a Minnesota hunting lodge, Ryan Michler examines three habits that can quietly derail modern men: noble distractions, isolation, and sedation. The discussion explores how work, fitness, service, the lone-wolf mindset, and numbing escapes can all mask avoidance. It closes with a call to face challenges directly and build strength through brotherhood and responsibility.
Oct 28, 2026 • 55min
Public Confrontation, Winning as a Step-Dad, and Building Boundaries for Adult Kids | ASK ME ANYTHING
A candid round of questions tackles freezing during confrontation, preparing for conflict, and protecting your family. The conversation also explores leading as a stepfather without replacing Dad, setting boundaries that help adult children grow independent, raising grateful kids through responsibility, and outgrowing a troubled reputation through consistent action.
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Oct 27, 2026 • 1h 8min
DAVID DEIDA | Primal Power, Boundless Sex, and Freedom Beyond Ambition
David Deida, bestselling author of The Way of the Superior Man, explores what lies beyond ambition and achievement. He discusses living from fullness instead of lack, surrender as strength, and the evolution of masculine purpose. The conversation moves through primal power, sexual development, warrior energy, protective action, and the possibility of boundless intimacy and freedom beyond desire.
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Oct 23, 2026 • 26min
What Men's Self-Care DOESN'T Look Like… | FRIDAY FIELD NOTES
Are you really practicing self-care, or just disguising procrastination? This conversation exposes ten comfortable traps, from unused courses and unread books to doom scrolling, endless planning, solo growth, and hiding in the gym or office. It also explores accountability, brotherhood, responsibility, commitment, and why real development demands action when things get difficult.
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Oct 21, 2026 • 1h 6min
Protecting Without Steamrolling, Envy of Success, and Becoming a Grandfather | ASK ME ANYTHING
Ryan Michler and Kipp Sorensen tackle career moves versus family roots, firearm safety in marriage, phone boundaries, and handling difficult sports parents. They explore turning envy into inspiration, finding purpose amid restlessness, rebuilding bonds with adult children, and becoming a better grandfather. They also debate flying cars, authenticity online, and supporting teenagers whose interests keep changing.
Oct 20, 2026 • 1h 10min
ANDY STUMPF | A Quiet Professional's Guide to Chaos
Andy Stumpf, a retired Navy SEAL, BUD/S instructor, pilot, and author, explores staying calm when life turns chaotic. He discusses BUD/S drownproofing, emotional control, truth and accountability, chunking daunting goals, and the difference between quitting and pivoting. He also shares thoughts on identity after military service, meaningful relationships, technology boundaries, and defining wealth through control of your time.
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Oct 16, 2026 • 38min
What Self-Care for Men Actually Looks Like | FRIDAY FIELD NOTES
Forget vague wellness slogans. This conversation reframes self-care for men as deliberate routines: purposeful mornings, training the mind and body, meaningful reading, brotherhood, financial stewardship, and real presence at home. It also explores accountability, emotional maturity, personal standards, and choosing worthwhile challenges. The takeaway is a practical call to select two habits and start building a stronger life.
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Oct 14, 2026 • 1h 14min
Firing Your Friend, Leading Your Family When in Doubt, and Talking to Your Dad Before It's Too Late | ASK ME ANYTHING
A candid conversation about mortality, family, and living intentionally. Topics include dating after divorce, fatherhood when children become adults, staying committed when progress slows, and turning workplace setbacks into growth. They also tackle the challenge of firing a friend, the role of honest feedback, stress caused by uncertainty, and helping teenagers embrace meaningful outdoor adventures.
Oct 14, 2026 • 1h 12min
IAN WENDT | Brotherhood Isn't a Luxury
Ian Wendt, entrepreneur, content creator, and founder of Official Patriot Gear, explores why brotherhood is essential for men. They discuss male isolation, failing community institutions, vulnerability, accountability, and the forces driving division. The conversation examines algorithms, conspiracy thinking, fatherhood, moral courage, legacy, and how to use technology without being consumed by it.
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Oct 9, 2026 • 30min
Modern Vulnerability is a Scam | FRIDAY FIELD NOTES
Modern culture’s obsession with vulnerability gets a sharp challenge. Explore why weakness should be fortified, how humility and honesty create real growth, and why discernment matters when sharing personal struggles. The discussion also examines public emotional disclosure, the dangers of isolation and oversharing, and an upcoming event centered on conquering five foundational fears.
