In this episode, I sit down with my 4-year-old to discuss life, travel, snacks, bedtime stories, and whatever else comes up. Aria’s small, but she’s got big dreams and an even bigger heart. She shares why she makes so many “happy plates” and what she thinks is better than bubble wrap. We also talk about
Tales from the Dugout: Life Inside Professional Baseball with Chase Lambin
Guests are way back. In this episode, I sit down with my best—Chase Lambin is a former professional baseball player who spent 15 years chasing the Big League dream, and now coaches in the Texas Rangers organization. Chase gives us an inside peak at life in professional baseball, including stories I’ve never heard before. His
Complimenting Men on Their Looks vs. Personality with Michael D’Albor
In this special episode from Costa Rica, I sit down with my first guest of the inaugural Man Overseas Retreat—Michael D’Albor. He’s one of the men who joined me for what was a truly memorable week in paradise. “Dirty D” and I go way back—we were baseball teammates at Nicholls State University, and now, years
Man Overseas Retreat 2025 in Costa Rica!
Our Inaugural Man Overseas Retreat in Costa Rica was an immersive experience blending self-improvement, emotional work, and practical life strategies, all within a brotherly, supportive setting. Each attendee left with more tools to equip themselves with the mindset needed to achieve anti-fragility—a concept developed by one of my favorite authors, Nassim Taleb. It refers to
Euro Summer, Race Relations, Paying the White Price
This 18th solo episode is released just in time for our Overseas Man Retreat in Costa Rica! I’ve been looking forward to this for over a year, and it’s finally here. We’ll be 10 men this year. Hoping that number grows in the future. I talk more about what Saturday Night Live has become. Every
On Raising a Daughter
Parenting is one of life’s most transformative experiences. For Man O, it means talking about myself in the third person. Not really. It’s more a unique opportunity to blend my personal philosophies on how to live a good life with a worldly perspective. After all, my kid was born “Baby O!” I’ve had readers/listeners send
Candid Camera, Freakonomics, Grab ‘Em By the Pu$$y
In this 17th solo episode, I talk about a beautiful mindset. And it’s all mindset. A cheerful disposition and a grateful attitude, that can change everything, regardless of your circumstances. Everyone experiences pain, whether physical or emotional/psychological. Knowing this makes envy disappear. Jealousy goes poof! I also talk about love and a connection to the
Let Them Think You’re Weird: My Views on Human Nature
Some people think my views on human nature are unique. But they’re shaped by my observations and life experiences—a lot of which was recorded for later study. To me, my views are common sense—something we got away from in recent years, hence the need to write and talk more about it. I want to do
5 Ways to Simplify Personal Finance
Personal finance doesn’t have to be complicated. In fact, simplicity often leads to the best results. As someone who wanted to achieve financial independence as soon as possible, I’ve learned mastering the basics and staying disciplined & consistent are the keys to long-term success. Here I’ll give you the five (5) keys to that success,
What Men Respect, Looks that Kill, Is He Gay or European?
In this 15th solo episode, I break down the Trump-Zelensky Oval Office meeting—another masterful display of negotiating we wouldn’t normally be privy to. I see if I can explain what a lot of people missed. For example, why respect between men is so important you might want to wear a suit to the most important
Don’t be a Sucker: Know Who the Bad Guys Are
When you arrive at the table, you’ll want to quickly identify the sucker. Otherwise, the sucker may be you. The sucker is the bad guy—the one who’s been cheating to win. He’d be indignant if asked to verify whether he’s been playing by the rules. So don’t be fooled by appearances (this article isn’t about