Order of Man

Being a Good Man VS. Being Good at Being a Man | FRIDAY FIELD NOTES

09 Nov 2018

Contributed by Lukas

There is a difference between simply being a good man and being good at being a man. Today, I talk about the differences and why it's critical we lea...

What is Honor, How to Get Noticed at Work, and Prioritizing Information with Application | ASK ME ANYTHING

07 Nov 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Today, Kipp Sorensen and I answer questions regarding honor, character, and integrity, how to get noticed at work, instilling toughness in our childre...

Max Out Your Life | ED MYLETT

06 Nov 2018

Contributed by Lukas

10 years ago, I found myself listening to CDs from my guest while driving between financial advisory appointments. He had no idea how influential he w...

Become a Man of Value | FRIDAY FIELD NOTES

02 Nov 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Today, I talk about becoming a man of value, why it's critical we learn to add more than we take, and a three-step formula for making yourself more va...

Overcoming a Failed Relationship, Dismissing the term "Fragile Masculinity," and Reversing the Tide of Fatherless Homes | ASK ME ANYTHING

31 Oct 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Today, Kipp Sorensen and I talk about overcoming failed relationships, dismissing the term, "fragile masculinity," reversing the tide of fatherless ho...

Stop Being So Nice | DR. AZIZ GAZIPURA

30 Oct 2018

Contributed by Lukas

One of the most common challenges I see men face is their inability to overcome being too nice. Don't get me wrong, being nice is great but when it co...

The Myth of "Toxic Masculinity," Overcoming the Fear of Failure, and Addressing False Rape Accusations | ASK ME ANYTHING

24 Oct 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Today, Kipp Sorensen and I talk about some deeper and more serious issues than we've addressed in the past like the myth of "Toxic Masculinity," addre...

Hardening the Body and Mind | BOBBY MAXIMUS

23 Oct 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Each and every one of us has a desire to strengthen our bodies and minds. Why is it then that so many men struggle when it comes to the training they ...

Rise From the Ashes | FRIDAY FIELD NOTES

19 Oct 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Each and every one of us is likely to face catastrophic events and circumstances in our lives. We can retreat and wallow in our own self-pity or find ...

Optimize Your Day, Develop Discipline, and Overcome Resistance | ASK ME ANYTHING

17 Oct 2018

Contributed by Lukas

In this Ask Me Anything, Kipp Sorensen and answer questions about optimizing your day, developing and maintaining discipline, overcoming resistance, h...

Living Life on Your Terms | JP Dinnell

16 Oct 2018

Contributed by Lukas

It's not a surprise to you that there is so much noise and nonsense that attempts to engage our focus and keep us distracted from the things that trul...

Own Your Emotions, Do Not Allow Them To Own You | FRIDAY FIELD NOTES

12 Oct 2018

Contributed by Lukas

It's likely in the not-so-distant-past you've allowed your emotions to get the better of you. It's easy to do so in the heat of the moment. We've all ...

Making Amends for Past Wrongdoings, Should You Care What People Think of You, and the Importance of Friends | ASK ME ANYTHING

10 Oct 2018

Contributed by Lukas

In this Ask Me Anything, Kipp Sorensen and answer questions about overcoming past wrongdoings, finding male friends, the difference between ego and pr...

Purpose, Passion, and Profit | EVAN HAFER

09 Oct 2018

Contributed by Lukas

So many men believe that the terms purpose and profit are mutually exclusive - that for one to exist, the other can't. That just isn't the case. In fa...

Live by a Code, or Die Without One

05 Oct 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Every man should live by a code, an operating system by which we will live his life. Without one, it's easy to get lost in the moment and conduct ours...

The Critical Difference Between Pride and Ego, Overcoming Toxic Relationships, and the Power of the Patriarch | ASK ME ANYTHING

03 Oct 2018

Contributed by Lukas

In this Ask Me Anything, Kipp Sorensen and answer questions about how to leave a significant legacy, getting over toxic relationships, the law of attr...

A More Complete Beast | JACK DONOVAN

02 Oct 2018

Contributed by Lukas

What does it mean to be a complete beast? This is a question my guest, Jack Donovan, attempts to answer in his latest book, appropriately titled, A Mo...

Leave Your Legacy | FRIDAY FIELD NOTES

28 Sep 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Whether we realize it or not, every single one of us is leaving a legacy. We can do that by default or we can be intentional and deliberate about what...

Increasing Influence, Overcoming Overwhelm and Insecurity, and Filling Your Cup First | ASK ME ANYTHING

26 Sep 2018

Contributed by Lukas

In this Ask Me Anything, Kipp Sorensen and I talk influence and leadership, not wrapping up your identity in outside factors, overcoming overwhelm an...

Set Yourself Free | PETE ROBERTS

25 Sep 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Everyone once in a while you have the opportunity to sit down and talk with someone like you've known them for years. Although me and my guest today, ...

10 Ways to Win With Your Kids | FRIDAY FIELD NOTES

21 Sep 2018

Contributed by Lukas

I can think of very few things as important as the role of fatherhood. Unfortunately, too many men are way too willing to step down from the mantle of...

Taking Risks, Bridging the Gap Between Science and Spirituality, and Instilling Discipline in Children| ASK ME ANYTHING

19 Sep 2018

Contributed by Lukas

In this Ask Me Anything, Kipp Sorensen and I talk about man's propensity to take risks, how to reconcile the gap between science and spirituality, and...

Leadership Lessons Learned in Combat | Dave Berke

18 Sep 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Becoming better leaders is something all of us are striving to become. And, there's no better place to learn how to be an effective leader than the ba...

20 Tips to Winning With Your Wife | FRIDAY FIELD NOTES

14 Sep 2018

Contributed by Lukas

One of the most common challenges among men is the relationship with their wife. It's not really all that surprising. Anytime two people come together...

Creating a Rite of Passage, Becoming More Decisive, and Your One Objective as a Leader| ASK ME ANYTHING

12 Sep 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Today, me and Kipp Sorensen cover how to become more decisive and still open ourselves up to new information, how to create effective rites of passage...

JOCKO WILLINK | The Dichotomy of Leadership

11 Sep 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Extreme Ownership is a philosophy that has been coined by Navy SEALs, Jocko Willink and Leif Babin, and one that most of you listening are familiar wi...

No One Owes You a Thing | FRIDAY FIELD NOTES

07 Sep 2018

Contributed by Lukas

It seems there's a growing trend of entitlement in society today. Everywhere you turn, people are demanding results they haven't earned - a minimum wa...

Violence as a Virtue, Overcoming a Victimhood Mentality, and Dealing with a Separation| ASK ME ANYTHING

05 Sep 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Today, we field questions from the Order of Man Facebook Group on becoming more motivated, living in integrity, dealing with a separation, overcoming ...

The Boy Crisis | DR. WARREN FARRELL

04 Sep 2018

Contributed by Lukas

There is no question, our boys are in trouble. Take a look at any metric and it becomes painfully obvious that our young men are falling behind - viol...

A Primer on Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu | FRIDAY FIELD NOTES

01 Sep 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Today, Ryan Michler and Kipp Sorensen discuss Origin's Jiu-Jitsu Immersion Camp, the "x-factor," how to build more confidence, how to get started in B...

Disciplining Children, Dealing with ADHD/PTSD, and Overcoming Addiction | ASK ME ANYTHING

29 Aug 2018

Contributed by Lukas

This week, Ryan Michler and Kipp Sorensen field questions from members of the Order of Man Facebook Group. They cover disciplining children, dealing w...

The Softer Side of Violence | IAN STRIMBECK

28 Aug 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Violence isn't a word a lot of people believe should be attributed to men and his responsibilities. We know that isn't true because we believe that th...

Make Yourself Proud | FRIDAY FIELD NOTES

24 Aug 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Too many men are searching for external validation from their friends, family, and colleagues. The problem with that is that it's beyond your control....

Establishing Boundaries, Boosting Testosterone, and Every Day Carries | ASK ME ANYTHING

22 Aug 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Today, Ryan Michler and Kipp Sorensen field questions from members of the Order of Man Facebook Group. They cover how to establish effective boundarie...

179: How to Develop More Grit | Brian Call

21 Aug 2018

Contributed by Lukas

We live in a culture of ultimate softness but there seems to be a resurgence of men who understand the value of being tough, resilient, and gritty. Th...

Patience is a Virtue, Passivity is Not | FRIDAY FIELD NOTES

17 Aug 2018

Contributed by Lukas

One of my biggest struggles is patience. I think the same holds true for any high-achieving man. We tend to want the results immediately. Unfortunatel...

AMA 001: Overcoming Guilt, Supporting Your Wife in Stress, and Changing the Future

15 Aug 2018

Contributed by Lukas

In our first-ever "Ask Me Anything," Ryan Michler and Kipp Sorensen field questions from members of the Order of Man Facebook Group. They cover how on...

178: Free Markets, Finding Purpose, and Forging Fitness | Sal Di Stefano

14 Aug 2018

Contributed by Lukas

There is so much to talk about in the world today but very few people who are capable of having an intelligent conversation about some sensitive subje...

FFN 120: Grow a Spine

10 Aug 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Unfortunately, finding a man of character, conviction, and principle has become increasingly difficult. More and more, men are becoming wishy-washy, w...

177: Building a Business of Meaning and Significance | Jordan Harbertson

07 Aug 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Building a business is something on so many men's minds. I can't even begin to count how many men I hear from who are unsatisfied with where they are ...

FFN 119: How a Man Builds a Team

03 Aug 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Most men know how critical it is to build a team around him but very few men invest the time, energy, and resources into building one. Today I talk ab...

176: Be Legendary | Bert Sorin

31 Jul 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Legendary is a term we hear often. But, when is the last time you actually thought about what it meant? Being legendary is about creating and living a...

FFN 118: What is Masculinity?

27 Jul 2018

Contributed by Lukas

There's a lot of talk about "evolving the definition" of masculinity. What a shame since masculinity has driven much of the positive growth we enjoy i...

175: Overcoming Drug Addiction | Court McGee

24 Jul 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Addiction is something a lot of men are facing. Whether it's an addiction to alcohol, pornography, or drugs, it is something that can be overcome. Tod...

FFN 117: How a Man Markets Himself

20 Jul 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Learning to market yourself is such a critical skill to develop. Whether you're working to secure a promotion, get a date, pick up new clients, or enl...

174: Yoga Fitness for Men | Dean Pohlman

17 Jul 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Let's be honest, Yoga isn't a thought you'd immediately conjure up as manly. But, as I've recently discovered, participating in Yoga has significantly...

FFN 116: How to Find a Hobby

13 Jul 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Today, we talk about the importance of finding a hobby and 5 strategies for finding hobbies that engage your mind and soul. It's easy to dismiss the ...

173: The Man Diet | Chad Howse

10 Jul 2018

Contributed by Lukas

There is no shortage of diet and nutrition advice out there. Most of it is hype, gimmicky, extremely biased, and untested/unfounded. It's no wonder th...

FFN 115: The Path of Most Resistence

06 Jul 2018

Contributed by Lukas

The path of most resistance. It's a term you'll rarely hear. That's because we, as men, are hard-wired to look for the path of least resistance. And, ...

172: Work, Don't Whine | Brandon Lilly

03 Jul 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Every man, at some point, will lose his way. It's not really a question of "if" but a question of "when." When that day comes, the way you decided to ...

FFN 114: Fixing Your Marriage by Fixing Yourself

29 Jun 2018

Contributed by Lukas

There are a lot of men who want to fix their marriages. While it sounds counterintuitive, the best way to fix your marriage is to fix yourself. Becau...

171: Leading From the Top | Lt. Col. Scott Mann

26 Jun 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Every man will, at some point, be placed in a position of leadership, whether it's in the walls of his home, a new project at work, a promotion, eccle...

FFN 113: No Victims Here

22 Jun 2018

Contributed by Lukas

So many men love to play the victim card. They believe everybody and everything is stacked against them. In reality, we know that's not true. Here's w...

Becoming a Minimalist | Joshua Becker

19 Jun 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Every time you turn around, you're bombarded with a thousand ads, a million choices, and an endless supply of options and "opportunities." It's becomi...

FFN 112: The Systematic Softening of Society

15 Jun 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Society is becoming softer. Society is becoming weaker. This idea of softness is perpetuated by much of society, the school system, media, and enterta...

The Disciplined Pursuit of Less | Greg McKeown

12 Jun 2018

Contributed by Lukas

In a world where everyone and everything is clamoring for your attention, it is becomingly increasingly difficult to focus on the vital few as opposed...

FFN 111: How to Command Respect

08 Jun 2018

Contributed by Lukas

I see so many men who don't have any level of respect for themselves let alone being able to command any respect from others. I was noticing the other...

Forging Mental Toughness | Ryan Lange

05 Jun 2018

Contributed by Lukas

We all know that we need to be mentally tough. There's no question of that. Yet, forging mental toughness seems to be one of the most elusive pursuits...

FFN 110: The Rise of the Peter Pans

01 Jun 2018

Contributed by Lukas

We've all seen the movie, Peter Pan. It's fictional work but it seems that more and more it paints an eerily familiar picture with what we see in the ...

Dreaming Big and Writing Your Own Story | Charlie Jabaley

29 May 2018

Contributed by Lukas

All of us have a story. We all have a past. Our prior circumstances define who we are today but do not have to define who we will become moving forwar...

FFN 109: How We Stop School Shootings

25 May 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Every time we turn around it seems like there's yet another school shooting. And, from what I can see, we're addressing this from a very surface level...

ITT 012: Overcoming the Grip of Depression and Suicide| John Gilliland

23 May 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Today, I talk with John Gilliland about overcoming multiple suicide attempts, rising from the guilt and shame associated with it, using addiction in a...

166: Why Men Should Compete | Jake Thompson

22 May 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Competition is such a critical component of our journey to develop masculinity and manliness. Too bad it's often viewed as an unnecessary and antiquat...

FFN 108: Bridging the Integrity Gap

18 May 2018

Contributed by Lukas

There is a gap in most men's lives and, in fact, I would argue in every man's life. This gap represents what we know we should be doing versus the thi...

ITT 011: Execution of Discipline | Cody Duffney

16 May 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Today, I talk with Cody Duffney about the execution of discipline, the power of internal reflection, correcting mistakes quickly, and accepting points...

165: Boys Adrift | Dr. Leonard Sax

15 May 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Continuing on the theme from last week (because I believe this is such a critical topic right now), today we talk about the fact that young boys seem ...

FFN 107: Crafting the Perfect Morning Routine

11 May 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Today, I want to talk about such an important topic and one which is easy to overlook simply because we've all heard about it so often. That said, I b...

ITT 010: Training the Mind | Joshua Laycock

09 May 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Today, I talk with Joshua Laycock about his awakening, why "good enough" is your enemy, the power of your potential, and how to train your mind. Plea...

164: A Man's Responsibility to Future Generations | Matt Labrum

08 May 2018

Contributed by Lukas

This one is special to me. As most of you know, I grew up without a permanent father figure in my life. I've mentioned in the past that there was a se...

FFN 106: The Folly of "Zero Fu*ks Given"

04 May 2018

Contributed by Lukas

You've likely heard of the phrase "zero fu*ks given." While I can understand to a degree what anyone may be saying when they use that term, I can't he...

ITT 009: From Complacency to Contentment | Doug Hershberger

02 May 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Today, I talk with Doug Hershberger about losing massive weight, stoicism, learning to control what you can, being a steward over yourself, and moving...

163: The True Cost of Liberty | Braxton McCoy

01 May 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Guys, if you listen to just one of my podcast, please make it be this one. Today, I am joined by my friend and fellow soldier, Braxton McCoy. He and I...

FFN 105: Leaders are Readers

27 Apr 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Some of the greatest men the world has ever known are voracious readers. Teddy Roosevelt was said to read a book every morning. General James Mattis i...

ITT 008: Turning Information Into Application | Pierre Azzam

25 Apr 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Today, I talk with Pierre Azzam about overcoming introversion, the feeling of being lost and turning information into application. Please leave us a r...

162: Tapping Into Your Hidden Networks | David Burkus

24 Apr 2018

Contributed by Lukas

There is no such thing as the self-made man. While I can certainly understand and even appreciate the gesture, the truth is that every successful man ...

FFN 104: Building a Thriving Tribe

20 Apr 2018

Contributed by Lukas

I want to talk with you about building a thriving tribe. Now, this may be a conversation geared towards those who are working to build their own busin...

ITT 007: Taking Ownership in Divorce | Kipp Sorensen

18 Apr 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Today, I talk with Kipp Sorensen about taking complete ownership in divorce, being more emotionally available in relationships, and living a life of i...

161: Saved From Success | Dale Partridge

17 Apr 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Today, we talk about something we've never directly addressed on this podcast, God. Now, before you tune me out based on that word alone, I believe th...

FFN 103: Building a Tribe, Developing Confidence, and the Drive for Bigger and Better

13 Apr 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Today, I answer questions from Facebook about building a tribe, creating a network of connections, developing discipline and confidence, how to help s...

ITT 006: Overcoming an Alcohol Addiction | Scott Pinyard

11 Apr 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Today, I talk with Scott Pinyard about overcoming an alcohol addiction, becoming a better role model for our children, and how to eliminate debt. Plea...

160: The Value Proposition | Tyler Harris

10 Apr 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Adding value is a phrase we'll all heard. Like any word the marketers of the world get ahold of, it begins to lose some of it's meaning when it's over...

FFN 102: Fuel to the Fire

06 Apr 2018

Contributed by Lukas

I spend a lot of time talking to men on a daily basis. One thing I'm always intrigued by is the fire that I can see (or can't see) simply by looking i...

ITT 005: The Mental Fight Club| Reece Carter

04 Apr 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Today, I talk with Reece Carter about the power of a mental fight club, why you need to stop lying to yourself, and how to harness healthy competition...

159: Embrace the Suffering | Rorke Denver

03 Apr 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Suffering isn't typically something people like to attract in their lives but the reality is you cannot fully escape it. It's part of the human experi...

FFN 101: Lord of the Flies

30 Mar 2018

Contributed by Lukas

There seems to be this strange shift in society today where we, collectively, have begun to give more credit to children than they deserve. Historical...

ITT 004: Creating a Legacy | Justin Bailey

28 Mar 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Today, I talk with Justin Bailey about creating a legacy our children will be proud of, the power of accountability, and why we should all be more int...

158: The 1% Rule | Tommy Baker

27 Mar 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Most of us tend to focus on that one big, audacious goal we all have. The problem with that is it may be so far out there or so unrealistic that subco...

FFN 100: The Demise of Responsibility

23 Mar 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Take a look around and I think you'll agree with me that there seems to be more and more men who are shirking their responsibilities as men. It's easy...

ITT 003: Losing Weight and Paying Off Massive Debt | Bart Folse

21 Mar 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Today, I talk with Bart Folse about losing over 100lbs and paying off over $100,000. Please leave us a rating and review: www.orderofman.com/itunes V...

156: How Hunting Makes You a Better Man | Adam Greentree

20 Mar 2018

Contributed by Lukas

I went on my first hunt just last year and I can tell you that it was one of the most rewarding experiences I've ever had. I have another trip planned...

FFN 099: How to Write a Book

16 Mar 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Today, I thought I'd pull back the curtain and share with you a little bit about the process of writing a book. I've received a lot of messages since ...

In the Trenches 002 | Chris Gachko

14 Mar 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Today on In the Trenches, I interview Chis Gachko about his challenges and victories in improving his marriage, starting a family, and launching a new...

156: Calling in Your Social Capital | Jordan Harbinger

13 Mar 2018

Contributed by Lukas

One year ago, I had my good friend, Jordan Harbinger on the show to talk about building social capital. Today, he's back on the show to talk about cal...

FFN 098: Makers and Takers

09 Mar 2018

Contributed by Lukas

There are two types of people in this world: makers and takers. The reality is that we've all been a bit of both in our lives. But I think more and mo...

In the Trenches 001 | Bubba Downs

07 Mar 2018

Contributed by Lukas

This week, I interview Bubba Downs, our host of the new series, In the Trenches.

155: Supporting Our Nation's Warriors | Phil Randazzo

06 Mar 2018

Contributed by Lukas

I spent time in the military, including an active-duty tour to Iraq in 2005-2006. I know how hard it can be transition from service to civilian life. ...

FFN 097: Boys Need Dads

02 Mar 2018

Contributed by Lukas

I'm sure you're well-aware of the drug abuse, suicide, and violent crime rates with regards to young men. It's all over the headlines these days and, ...

154: Own the Day, Own Your Life | Aubrey Marcus

27 Feb 2018

Contributed by Lukas

So many of us focus on the end result - some noble goal we wish to pursue. And, while there's value in knowing where you're going, my guest today make...

FFN 096: 10 Steps to Reclaim Masculinity

23 Feb 2018

Contributed by Lukas

We've all heard the adage that you are the average of your five closest friends. I don't take that too literally but I do know that when I surround my...

153: Developing Physical and Emotional Intelligence | Josh Trent

20 Feb 2018

Contributed by Lukas

We all know health and wellness are important when it comes to stepping into our full potential but most of us tend to think it ends with eating right...