In this week's Ask Me Anything, Ryan and Kipp dive deep into ancestry, fatherhood, marriage, leadership, depression, and raising strong young men in a modern world. From guiding your kids with better standards, to rebuilding intimacy in marriage, to understanding what real vulnerability looks like, this episode is packed with practical wisdom. They also discuss how men often become their own biggest obstacle - and what to do about it.

Plus, a conversation about movies that shape boys into men.

If you're navigating fatherhood, marriage, or personal growth, this one hits home.

SHOW HIGHLIGHTS
00:00 - Ironman Training & Weekend Plans
09:05 - Family Ancestry & Legacy
15:51 - Raising Kids with Higher Standards
25:03 - What Women Mean by "Vulnerability"
28:47 - Are Movies a Good Way to Teach Boys?
40:35 - Marriage Struggles & Depression
53:02 - The Power of Brotherhood

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In this episode of Friday Field Notes, Ryan dives into five common phrases women say that often don't match what they actually mean. This isn't about deception or manipulation - it's about understanding human nature, attraction dynamics, emotional safety, and relationship leadership.

If men build relationships on what's said instead of what's actually happening beneath the surface, they risk frustration, confusion, and disconnection.

Ryan breaks down:
- Why "I'm fine" rarely means fine
- The truth behind "He's just a friend"
- Why women don't actually want a "nice guy"
- The myth of the "dad bod" preference
- What's really behind "I don't need a man"

The goal? Stronger relationships, better discernment, and healthier dynamics between men and women.

SHOW HIGHLIGHTS
00:00 - Intro
00:15 - Why This Conversation Matters
01:00 - Lie #1: "I'm Fine"
05:10 - Lie #2: "He's Just a Friend"
09:58 - Lie #3: "I Want a Nice Guy"
14:39 - Lie #4: "I Like Dad Bods"
17:55 - Lie #5: "I Don't Need a Man"
23:37 - What This Is Really About
25:05 - The Men's Forge Event
26:02 - Final Thoughts & Outro

Battle Planners: Pick yours up today!

Order Ryan's new book, The Masculinity Manifesto.

For more information on the Iron Council brotherhood.

Want maximum health, wealth, relationships, and abundance in your life? Sign up for our free course, 30 Days to Battle Ready