Blind Tribalism, Passive Income, and Holding onto Anger | ASK ME ANYTHING
Order of Man
What does it really mean to lead with integrity when institutions fail and people disappoint? In this Ask Me Anything episode of Order of Man, Ryan Michler answers real questions from the community on leadership, anger and forgiveness, building passive income, physical fitness, accountability, and personal standards. Ryan shares hard-earned insights on responsibility, discipline, and how to operate with clarity in uncertain times. This candid AMA delivers practical guidance and mindset shifts for men committed to growth, strength, and personal ownership. SHOW HIGHLIGHTS 00:00 Ask Me Anything...
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KIPP SORENSEN | Self-leadership for the New Year
Order of Man
Leading others doesn’t begin with a title—it begins with self-leadership. Too many men chase influence, authority, or recognition before they’ve learned how to lead themselves. That’s where imposter syndrome creeps in—of course you’re not as good yet; leadership isn’t a destination, it’s a discipline. It’s not just tactical execution or getting things done—it’s service, responsibility, and the relentless pursuit of getting better. Leadership at home, leadership with your kids, leadership over your own habits and standards. In this episode, I talk with leadership expert,...
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7 Things Men Need to Stop Doing in 2026 | FRIDAY FIELD NOTES
Order of Man
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Adapt and Adjust, No Regrets, and Mitigating Risk | ASK ME ANYTHING
Order of Man
In this Ask Me Anything episode, Ryan and Kipp dig into how men adapt when life throws setbacks their way. From injuries and burnout to financial risk and career pressure, they break down how to adjust without regret and keep moving forward. The conversation covers smart risk management, why momentum doesn’t have to die after failure, and how boundaries protect your family, finances, and future. This AMA is a masterclass in resilience, decision-making, and staying productive through uncertainty. SHOW HIGHLIGHTS 00:00 - Holiday catch-up 03:49 - BHAGs, quarterly planning, and long-term vision...
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BRADY PESOLA | Low Profile, High Capability: Becoming a Grayman
Order of Man
It seems anymore that people are operating increasingly out of extremes without any context, nuance, or understanding. I get it – outrage sells. And, to some degree, I’ve been guilty of it myself. But I’ve found myself as I get older – wanting to go find a piece of land and work on my canoe – rather than engage in what social media has diminished us too. My guest today, Brady Pesola, would agree and, he’s made a life out of studying ancient philosophy combined with practical, nuanced modern insight. Today, we talk about social independence, the “Golden Mean,” what he calls...
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You Cannot Drift Your Way to Success | FRIDAY FIELD NOTES
Order of Man
In this Friday Field Notes episode, Ryan Michler delivers a direct and uncompromising message: success never happens by accident. He challenges listeners to confront the ways they may be drifting through life, reacting to circumstances rather than intentionally leading themselves. Ryan explores how comfort, avoidance, and distraction quietly compound into years of lost potential, and contrasts that with the strength and freedom created through discipline, structure, and brotherhood. This episode calls men to choose hardship on purpose, define their standards, and begin taking directional...
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Men Carry Knives, Real Accountability, and Little Wins Matter | ASK ME ANYTHING
Order of Man
In this Ask Me Anything episode, Ryan and Kipp kick things off with a lighthearted but revealing conversation before diving into listener questions on purpose, vision, balance, and meaning. They explore why men struggle to articulate what they want, how early conditioning shapes silence, and what happens when men open up and feel shut down. The discussion also tackles work-life balance, daily meaning versus long-term purpose, and why purpose is built through action, not found through thinking alone. SHOW HIGHLIGHTS 00:00 Christmas Check-In and Opening Banter 01:12 Viral Knife Story and Public...
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WIM HOF | Factory Reset: How Cold, Breath, and Solitude Rewire Your Brain
Order of Man
You know about breath work. You know about cold exposure. It’s a thing all the major “influencers” tell you to do. I had some skepticism myself and that’s why I wanted to have this man, the original cold exposure and breath work guy on himself, Wim Hof! He is a man who has redefined the limits of the human mind and body. Known globally as The Iceman, has shown millions of people how to take control of their physiology through breath, cold exposure, and mindset. From climbing mountains in nothing but shorts to teaching everyday men how to regulate stress, build resilience, and...
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Audit Your Life | Cut the Crap | FRIDAY FIELD NOTES
Order of Man
Most men don’t need more information - they need fewer lies. The most common lie? “I’m fine.” In this Friday Field Notes episode, Ryan breaks down why “fine” is how men drift, how standards quietly erode, and why most men wait until catastrophe forces them to take their life seriously. This isn’t an emotional exercise. It’s a logical, factual audit of your body, relationships, finances, mission, and integrity - with no stories, no excuses, and no rationalizations. Ryan challenges you to stop protecting your weak spots, identify where you’re cutting corners, and draw one...
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How Inflation, Scarcity, and Vanity Destroy Your Wealth | ASK ME ANYTHING
Order of Man
In this Ask Me Anything episode, Ryan Michler and Kipp Sorensen tackle the number one issue facing men today: money. From scarcity mindset and debt to retirement planning, investing, and raising financially responsible kids, the conversation blends practical financial wisdom with deeper insights on discipline, self-belief, and values. Ryan breaks down Dave Ramsey’s baby steps, explains Roth vs. traditional IRAs, challenges popular budgeting rules, and shares how to instill abundance thinking in your family. A must-listen for men looking to build wealth without losing perspective. SHOW...
info_outlineWhether we acknowledge it or not, there are certain behaviors and mindsets that are etched into our psyche by our fathers. And, if we cannot be aware of what they are, we lose any hope of having power over them and charting new paths for ourselves and our children.
Today, I’m joined by Nick Thompson, CEO of The Atlantic, to talk about the legacy his father left and how he is trying to break the string of mindsets that hindered, not helped. We talk about how do adapt when plans don’t work, the power of the meritocracy, how to overcome the victimhood mentality, creating powerful and healthy outlets, and the mantras that have served him well and that he wishes to instill in his children.
SHOW HIGHLIGHTS
00:00 – The New York Marathon disaster
02:00 – Pushing through with mantras
03:40 – Planning, pace, and preparation
05:30 – Travel stress and overcommitment
07:37 – The power of mental reframing
08:11 – Continuous forward motion
10:35 – Learning from past failures
11:58 – “On to Cincinnati” mindset
15:23 – Lessons from failure and legacy
20:29 – How his father inspired running
21:34 – Finding identity through running
23:35 – Parenting and discipline
25:32 – Lockdown marathon story
27:40 – Breaking generational cycles
30:57 – Lessons from his father’s downfall
33:18 – The danger of victim mentality
37:17 – Teaching resilience to his sons
39:13 – Soccer as a meritocratic equalizer
42:07 – Shared humanity through sport
45:01 – The importance of men talking openly
46:01 – Running as leadership training
48:21 – Endurance, pacing, and goal setting
49:59 – The Running Ground book
50:38 – Closing remarks
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