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It seems to me that a lot of men have a hard time striking the balance between warrior and philosopher. For a long time, I was under the impression that men are either one or the other – the strong, rugged archetype or the smart, intellectual archetype. My guest today, John Lovell, founder of Warrior Poet Society, makes the case for why and how we, as men can be both. This has been a conversation a long time in the works and John has been requested by you guys countless times. We discuss what it means to be strong and smart, how to apply philosophy practically in our day to day lives, a basic introduction into firearms for everyday carry, and what it means and how to become a Warrior Poet. SHOW HIGHLIGHTS Failure of men Qualified advice Evaluating feedback The pain of jealousy Being under authority First-world problems Appreciating food Beating yourself up Tools for training Force on force Mentorship Shoulder to shoulder The average gunfight Selecting guns JOHN LOVELL My guest today is someone who you guys have requested so many times and, fortunately, I had the opportunity to sit down with him at SHOT Show in Las Vegas a couple of weeks ago. Our conversation was bound to happen as his organization, Warrior Poet Society is so closely related to what we're doing here with Order of Man. John is a special operations war veteran having served multiple combat tours to Iraq and Afghanistan. He's also served as a Christian missionary to Central America – which is a testament to the duality of his Warrior Poet philosophy. And, on top of that, John teaches tactical pistol, rifle, and small unit tactics, and many other classes around the U.S. We had a lot of fun during our conversation and I can't imagine it will be long before we do it again. Enjoy. LEGACY I made a post on Twitter the other day stating that, "A woman can teach a boy to be a good man but not how to be good at being a man – the distinction between morality and capability. Morality alone is not enough. A man must be capable. And, that is the responsibility of the elder men." I believe so much in that statement that we created an experience to help put it into practice. It's called the Legacy Experience and it's designed to help you as a father usher your son into manhood by introducing him to the frameworks he'll need to thrive. Our event is held June 11-14th in Maine and over the course of 3 ½ days, you and your son will be competing with other men, developing new skills, and forging deeper bonds together. If you want to learn more and lock in one of the last 5 remaining spots, head to www.orderofman.com/legacy. Join our exclusive brotherhood, the Iron Council. Subscribe to our YouTube channel at www.youtube.com/orderofman Connect with us on Instagram and Twitter Please leave us a rating and review Support Order of Man by picking up some new merchandise in our store Show notes https://www.orderofman.com/256

Guys, I've got a great one lined up for you today about ego and self-awareness. Hit me up on Instagram at @ryanmichler and share with me what's working in your life. Join our exclusive brotherhood, the Iron Council. Subscribe to our YouTube channel at www.youtube.com/orderofman Connect with us on Instagram and Twitter Please leave us a rating and review Support Order of Man by picking up some new merchandise in our store

Today, Kipp Sorensen and I discuss the importance of taking action, protecting your way of life, fellowship, and so much more. Hit me up on Instagram at @ryanmichler and share with me what's working in your life. Join our exclusive brotherhood, the Iron Council. Subscribe to our YouTube channel at www.youtube.com/orderofman Connect with us on Instagram and Twitter Please leave us a rating and review Support Order of Man by picking up some new merchandise in our store

Clint Emerson, a former Navy SEAL and bestselling author, discusses the necessity of preparing men for challenges in today’s world. He explores the importance of resilience and situational awareness in dangerous environments. The conversation touches on military culture, including the controversial role of hazing and the significance of the 'new guy' mentality. Emerson emphasizes the need for emotional regulation and effective decision-making under stress. He also reflects on the transition from combat to writing, sharing insights on narrative crafting and the evolving nature of masculinity.

Today, I share with you my thoughts around discussing ideas intelligently. Hit me up on Instagram at @ryanmichler and share with me what's working in your life. Join our exclusive brotherhood, the Iron Council. Subscribe to our YouTube channel at www.youtube.com/orderofman Connect with us on Instagram and Twitter Please leave us a rating and review Support Order of Man by picking up some new merchandise in our store

Today, Kipp Sorensen and I discuss the importance of critical thinking, unplugging from social media, living a meaningful life, and so much more. Hit me up on Instagram at @ryanmichler and share with me what's working in your life. Join our exclusive brotherhood, the Iron Council. Subscribe to our YouTube channel at www.youtube.com/orderofman Connect with us on Instagram and Twitter Please leave us a rating and review Support Order of Man by picking up some new merchandise in our store

Whether you're running a fortunate 500 company or working to lead more effectively in your home, your ability to rally the troops, inspire them to take action, and create the systems and process to allow your team (or family) to thrive is crucial. That's why I'm extremely excited to introduce you to my guest today, Bruce Pettet, President, and CEO of Leupold Optics. Today, we talk about the challenges of running a 700 employee strong, 5th generation family-owned company. We cover strategic planning, working through differences of opinion, getting a team to buy into the vision, making tough calls, and the power of strategic leadership. SHOW HIGHLIGHTS Fighting for our rights Woman hunters Guaranteed for life Life and death moments Building leadership Non-negotiable core values Three types of team leaders Generational value Thinking through your strategy Executing your plan Putting ego aside A critical part of growth Making the ultimate call Engaging team members Foundational work Defining dominance BRUCE PETTET As I said before, my guest today is Bruce Pettet and he is the President and CEO of Leupold Optics, one of the premier optic companies in the world. He has been named one of the "Marketing 100" and Sporting Goods Business named him and "industry pacesetter." In addition to his involvement in the organization, he A member of Safari Club International, Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation, and the National Rifle Association, where he shares Leupold's collective values of conservation and responsible hunting practices. LEGACY I know I've been talking about it for the last couple of months but if you are a father of a boy between the ages of 8-15, I want to invite you to our 3rd Legacy event on my property in Maine. The whole goal of the Legacy experience is to create a rite of passage of sorts and equip you, as your son's father, with the tools, resources, and conversations he needs to thrive as a boy becoming a man. It's no secret that the world is increasingly dismissive of men and masculinity and it's my goal (along with our cadre) to help inoculate and prepare your son for what this world has to offer. I invite you to head to www.orderofman.com/legacy to watch a quick video and learn more about what this event entails and how it can be an integral component of ushering your son into manhood. Again, head to www.orderofman.com/legacy to learn more and lock in your spot. Join our exclusive brotherhood, the Iron Council. Subscribe to our YouTube channel at www.youtube.com/orderofman Connect with us on Instagram and Twitter Please leave us a rating and review Support Order of Man by picking up some new merchandise in our store Read full article https://www.orderofman.com/254

As opportunity presents itself in your life, don't miss out by making excuses. Hit me up on Instagram at @ryanmichler and share with me what's working in your life. Join our exclusive brotherhood, the Iron Council. Subscribe to our YouTube channel at www.youtube.com/orderofman Connect with us on Instagram and Twitter Please leave us a rating and review Support Order of Man by picking up some new merchandise in our store

Today, I'm fielding questions without Ryan as he is at ShotShow in Vegas. I discuss the importance of being positive, serving others, sobriety, and so much more. Join our exclusive brotherhood, the Iron Council. Subscribe to our YouTube channel at www.youtube.com/orderofman Connect with us on Instagram and Twitter Please leave us a rating and review Support Order of Man by picking up some new merchandise in our store

Warrior is a term that gets thrown around a lot these days. Most men have the desire, to some degree to develop and hone their warrior spirit. And, despite the fact that many men have never considered themselves warriors or served in the military, it is possible and advantageous to approach your life in the very much the same way a warrior approaches his. Today, I am joined by Marine Corps veteran and entrepreneur, Chris Albert to discuss exactly what it means to be a warrior. We discuss how to lead yourself when no one is telling you what to do, what it means to "slay dragons" and make yourself capable of doing so, improving your internal dialogue, and how to tap into the warrior archetype. SHOW HIGHLIGHTS Delivering veteran solutions Learning online business Teaching people how to be free Falling into tyranny Facing confrontation Slaying dragons Becoming passive Letting yourself go Deep family roots Getting started Absorb everything you can The epidemic of suicide Alienating yourself Harnessing your skills CHRIS ALBERT My guest today is Chris Albert and, as I said before he is a Marine Corps veteran and founder of Warrior Soul. After leaving the military, Chris went into bodybuilding eventually owning one of the most well-known gyms in the world – Metroflex Gym. In addition, he is a trained social scientist with expertise in conflict resolution and decision making. He's taken his skills and experience and applied them in helping business owners and other individuals tap into the warrior spirit and produce incredible results in their life. LEGACY Gents, allow me to hit the pause button very quickly and tell you about our first-ever Maine Legacy Event. This experience will be held June 11-14th, 2020 on my property here in Maine and it's a father/son event like no other. If you're anything like me, ushering your son into manhood is one of your biggest concerns. It's one of the few things that really keeps you up and night. Over the course of 3 days, we've designed an experience to push, test, and inspire both you and your son to do and be more. We'll be shooting archery, participating in physical challenges, competing in Jiu-Jitsu, and learning the frameworks for success in life with the 20 other father/son combos that will be joining you. If you want to learn more and lock in your seat, head to www.orderofman.com/legacy. Join our exclusive brotherhood, the Iron Council. Subscribe to our YouTube channel at www.youtube.com/orderofman Connect with us on Instagram and Twitter Please leave us a rating and review Support Order of Man by picking up some new merchandise in our store Show notes https://www.orderofman.com/253