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The Art Of Manliness (artofmanliness.com) is a men's lifestyle blog focused on personal development, style, relationships, and societal standards with a strong emphasis on self-improvement, classic masculinity, history, and personal development. The site features a wide range of resources, including guides, articles, and curated products for men. It's dedicated to inspiring and teaching young men about traits like resilience, courage, and honor.
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RSS Hunter RSS Hunter • Aug 19, 2024

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The 5 Most Popular Podcast Episodes of the Year (So Far)

If you’re new to the AoM podcast, or maybe have missed a few episodes in the last six months, here’s a look at the most popular episodes we’ve published so far in 2026. Each one offers something that will enrich your life. Some give you a practical takeaway while others help you see the world […]This article was originally published on The Art of Manliness.
https://www.artofmanliness.com/blog/the-5-most-popular-podcast-episodes-of-the-year-so-far/ artofmanliness.com
RSS Hunter RSS Hunter • Yesterday

Odds & Ends: July 24, 2026

OAS Saguaro swim shorts. I needed a new pair of swim trunks this summer. I’ve always loved Western motifs, and reading Lonesome Dove with the Dying Breed book club has put cowboys particularly on my brain lately, so when I came across these shorts from OAS (a Swedish swimwear brand), they were hard to pass […]This article was originally published on The Art of Manliness.
https://www.artofmanliness.com/odds-ends/odds-ends-july-24-2026/ artofmanliness.com
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RSS Hunter RSS Hunter • Jul 24

5 Great Books About Road Trips (and Where They Really Take You)

Even as a 38-year-old guy, I still love the feeling of embarking on road trips. They promise freedom, romance, and adventure without the increasing arduousness of flying. All you need is a full tank of gas, a map (a paper one still has value!), and a willingness to explore unexpected and out-of-the-way places. As an […]This article was originally published on The Art of Manliness.
https://www.artofmanliness.com/culture/books/best-road-trip-books/ artofmanliness.com
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RSS Hunter RSS Hunter • Jul 23

Podcast #1,126: The Secret Skills of Master Negotiators

When most people think of negotiation, they picture big, high-stakes moments: haggling over the price of a house, negotiating a starting salary, or hammering out the terms of a business deal. But negotiation is also something we do every day. It’s working out who’s taking on which chores with your spouse, convincing a coworker […]This article was originally published on The Art of Manliness.
https://www.artofmanliness.com/social/podcast-1126-the-secret-skills-of-master-negotiators/ artofmanliness.com
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RSS Hunter RSS Hunter • Jul 21

The Cure for the Summertime Blues

When we think of summer, we tend to think of warm, languid, blue-skied days. Pool parties and backyard BBQs. Beach balls and popsicles. Sunshine and smiles. And it can indeed be an idyllic season. If you live somewhere that’s very cold and snowy in the winter, summer is your reward for enduring those dark days. […]This article was originally published on The Art of Manliness.
https://www.artofmanliness.com/character/self-improvement/the-cure-for-the-summertime-blues/ artofmanliness.com
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RSS Hunter RSS Hunter • Jul 20

36 Handy, Lifesaving, and Fun Uses for a Pocketknife

Way back in 2008, we proclaimed that every man should carry a pocketknife. If you haven’t made one part of your EDC yet, having perhaps remained unconvinced of its utility, below we list the many ways a pocketknife can come in handy on a daily basis. From making chores easier, to solving minor annoyances, to […]This article was originally published on The Art of Manliness.
https://www.artofmanliness.com/skills/just-for-fun/36-handy-lifesaving-and-fun-uses-for-a-pocketknife/ artofmanliness.com
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RSS Hunter RSS Hunter • Jul 19

Odds & Ends: July 17, 2026

At 91, He’s Hiking the Appalachian Trail. Again. In 2017, Dale “Grey Beard” Sanders became the oldest person to thru-hike the Appalachian Trail at age 82. His friend M.J. “Nimblewill Nomad” Eberhart took the record in 2021 at 83 (Sanders was at the finish line with a custom-made walking stick for him). Now Sanders is […]This article was originally published on The Art of Manliness.
https://www.artofmanliness.com/odds-ends/odds-ends-july-17-2026/ artofmanliness.com
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RSS Hunter RSS Hunter • Jul 17

How to Throw a Tomahawk (And Nail the Target)

While we often imagine tomahawks being thrown in battle by the early residents of our country, American Indians and mountain men rarely threw their tomahawks, or ‘hawks, in combat. Even if a warrior successfully killed his target with his throw, it meant surrendering a weapon mid-fight. Instead, the tomahawk was primarily used in hand-to-hand combat. […]This article was originally published on The Art of Manliness.
https://www.artofmanliness.com/skills/just-for-fun/throw-a-tomahawk/ artofmanliness.com
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RSS Hunter RSS Hunter • Jul 16

Podcast #1,125: The Art of Easy Discipline

Most people assume that if a goal is hard to achieve, getting there has to feel hard too. We tend to believe that extraordinary results require extraordinary suffering. But my guest says the secret to success isn’t gritting your teeth; it’s making the path enjoyable. His name is Jia Jiang, and in his new […]This article was originally published on The Art of Manliness.
https://www.artofmanliness.com/character/self-improvement/podcast-1125-the-art-of-easy-discipline/ artofmanliness.com
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RSS Hunter RSS Hunter • Jul 14

How to Recognize and Deal With High-Conflict People

You’ve been on the volunteer committee at church for three weeks when the texts start. It’s 9:47 PM on a Tuesday, and your phone lights up with a wall of text from Linda. She’s furious about the budget vote. Except the budget passed the way she wanted, so you’re not sure what she’s furious about. […]This article was originally published on The Art of Manliness.
https://www.artofmanliness.com/social/social-skills/how-to-recognize-and-deal-with-high-conflict-people/ artofmanliness.com
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RSS Hunter RSS Hunter • Jul 13

100 Must-See Movies: The Essential Men’s Movie Library

For whatever reason (most likely the fact that viewing is easier than reading), films don’t seem to garner the same kind of cultural respect as books do. Which is a shame because excellent movies can be just as entertaining, mind-expanding, and life-changing as good books. Scenes, characters, and quotes from the greatest movies stay with […]This article was originally published on The Art of Manliness.
https://www.artofmanliness.com/culture/entertainment/100-must-see-movies/ artofmanliness.com
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RSS Hunter RSS Hunter • Jul 12

Two 5-Minute Weekly Chores With a Surprisingly Big Payoff

There are a lot of tasks that go into keeping your household running and your home ship-shape. I keep a weekly maintenance list of these recurring chores and use the Todoist app to stay on top of them. I’ve made my Todoist home maintenance template available as a free download here. Last year, I added […]This article was originally published on The Art of Manliness.
https://www.artofmanliness.com/skills/homeownership/two-10-minute-weekly-chores-with-a-surprisingly-big-payoff/ artofmanliness.com
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RSS Hunter RSS Hunter • Jul 11

Odds & Ends: July 10, 2026

No hair transplants, pills or toupees. These men are embracing baldness. While plenty of guys are flying to Turkey for hair transplants, rubbing minoxidil into their scalps every night, or taking finasteride, this WSJ piece profiles men going the other direction: they’ve quit fighting their receding hairlines, shaved off all their hair, and embraced being […]This article was originally published on The Art of Manliness.
https://www.artofmanliness.com/odds-ends/odds-ends-july-10-2026/ artofmanliness.com
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RSS Hunter RSS Hunter • Jul 10

Podcast #1,124: Beyond Midlife Myths — Why Middle Age Can Be Your Prime Time

Many of us grow up believing that midlife is when things start going downhill. Your body’s breaking down, your best work is behind you, and you may fall into a full-blown existential crisis. But a lot of what we think we know about midlife turns out to be based more on pop culture than actual […]This article was originally published on The Art of Manliness.
https://www.artofmanliness.com/character/self-improvement/podcast-1124-beyond-midlife-myths-why-middle-age-can-be-your-prime-time/ artofmanliness.com
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RSS Hunter RSS Hunter • Jul 7

Whatever Happened to Those Manly-Shaped Avon Cologne Decanters?

A few weeks ago, I met up with some Strenuous Life guys here in Tulsa for a book club meeting at a local brewery. One of the guys had a gift for me: a 1970s Avon aftershave in a bottle shaped like the bust of Teddy Roosevelt. Screw off Teddy’s head, and you get punched […]This article was originally published on The Art of Manliness.
https://www.artofmanliness.com/style/grooming/whatever-happened-to-the-manly-shaped-avon-cologne-decanter/ artofmanliness.com
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RSS Hunter RSS Hunter • Jul 6

Why Teasing Is Good for Society, and for the Soul

Teasing has almost entirely negative connotations these days. It is the word evoked by sullen-faced parents to describe a misfortune befallen their child: “Jimmy is being teased at school.” It is largely associated with bullying. It is thought of as a form of expression that divides. Yet teasing has in fact long functioned to bring […]This article was originally published on The Art of Manliness.
https://www.artofmanliness.com/character/self-improvement/why-teasing-is-good-for-society-and-for-the-soul/ artofmanliness.com
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RSS Hunter RSS Hunter • Jul 5

How to Save Someone From Drowning

Every summer, millions of Americans head to pools, lakes, rivers, and beaches looking to cool off. But the water demands respect. More than 4,000 people die from unintentional drowning in the United States each year — an average of about 11 deaths every day — making drowning one of the nation’s leading causes of accidental […]This article was originally published on The Art of Manliness.
https://www.artofmanliness.com/skills/survival/how-to-save-someone-from-drowning/ artofmanliness.com
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RSS Hunter RSS Hunter • Jul 2

Podcast #1,123: George Washington — The Man Behind the Monument

George Washington is perhaps the most familiar figure in American history. But most people really only know the image of him they see in marble statues and patriotic paintings. Behind those symbols was a real man: ambitious, self-taught, intensely concerned with honor, and constantly wrestling with the immense responsibilities history placed on his shoulders. In […]This article was originally published on The Art of Manliness.
https://www.artofmanliness.com/culture/history/podcast-1123-george-washington-the-man-behind-the-monument/ artofmanliness.com
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RSS Hunter RSS Hunter • Jun 30

What’s the Best Hot Dog Brand?

The hot dog occupies a unique place in American cuisine, playing a central role in our very conception of summer. Hot dogs are found at Little League games and backyard cookouts, county fairs and Fourth of July picnics. They’ve been sold from pushcarts on city streets, grilled in suburban cul-de-sacs, and eaten in the stands […]This article was originally published on The Art of Manliness.
https://www.artofmanliness.com/culture/food-drink/best-hot-dog-brand/ artofmanliness.com
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RSS Hunter RSS Hunter • Jun 29

How to Remember a Person’s Name (And What to Do When You Can’t)

You’re at a business convention chatting with a colleague, when up walks a man, the head of some major department, a guy you know you’ve met before. “Hey there, Sam!” he says as he shakes your hand. Then he waits for you to introduce him to your colleague. The only problem? You cannot for the […]This article was originally published on The Art of Manliness.
https://www.artofmanliness.com/social/social-skills/how-to-remember-a-persons-name-and-what-to-do-when-you-cant/ artofmanliness.com
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RSS Hunter RSS Hunter • Jun 28

The 6 Best AoM Podcast Episodes on America’s Founding Fathers

America’s Founding Fathers have become larger-than-life figures. Their faces stare out from currency, their words are quoted in political speeches, and their accomplishments have been polished into legend. It’s easy to think of them as marble statues instead of flesh-and-blood men. But the more closely you examine their lives, the more interesting they become. They […]This article was originally published on The Art of Manliness.
https://www.artofmanliness.com/culture/history/founding-fathers-podcasts/ artofmanliness.com
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RSS Hunter RSS Hunter • Jun 28

How to Look Swell in a Swimsuit

It’s swimsuit season once again, and many men will find themselves lounging at backyard pool parties and hitting the beach. Hanging out in just a swimsuit can make some guys feel self-conscious, for obvious reasons. You don’t have on any of the usual clothing and layers you can use to disguise or enhance certain aspects […]This article was originally published on The Art of Manliness.
https://www.artofmanliness.com/style/clothing/how-to-look-swell-in-a-swimsuit/ artofmanliness.com
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RSS Hunter RSS Hunter • Jun 25

Podcast #1,122: The Retirement Trap — Should You Really Stop Working at 65?

The modern idea of retirement was built on a bet that turned out to be wrong. It assumed people would spend most of their lives working and only a relatively short period of time retired. Instead, many Americans now reach 65 healthy, active, and with an entire third of their life ahead of them. […]This article was originally published on The Art of Manliness.
https://www.artofmanliness.com/finance/money/podcast-1122-the-retirement-trap-should-you-really-stop-working-at-65/ artofmanliness.com
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RSS Hunter RSS Hunter • Jun 23

30 Rules for Road Tripping

It’s summertime, which means a lot of you will be loading up the car and hitting the highway for vacation. I love road tripping. I prefer it over flying because flying is for the birds. When you’re on a road trip, you’re in control. You’re not getting herded through a terminal like cattle, packed into […]This article was originally published on The Art of Manliness.
https://www.artofmanliness.com/culture/entertainment/rules-for-roadtripping/ artofmanliness.com
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RSS Hunter RSS Hunter • Jun 22

18 Urban and Wilderness Survival Hacks That Would Make MacGyver Proud

Note: The following tips are excerpted from Survival Hacks: Over 200 Ways to Use Everyday Items for Wilderness Survival by Creek Stewart. Having taught survival skills to thousands of individuals from all over the world for nearly two decades, I’ve come to one conclusion: the most important survival skill is innovation. Using what you have, to […]This article was originally published on The Art of Manliness.
https://www.artofmanliness.com/skills/survival/18-urban-and-wilderness-survival-hacks-that-would-make-macgyver-proud/ artofmanliness.com
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RSS Hunter RSS Hunter • Jun 21

Podcast #1,121: Belonging Without Conforming — The Path From Pseudo Self to Solid Self

We all want two things that can seem at odds with each other: to be our own person and to belong. We want to stand apart from the crowd, but we also want to be connected to it. When that balance gets out of whack, we either lose ourselves in tribalism or drift into […]This article was originally published on The Art of Manliness.
https://www.artofmanliness.com/character/self-improvement/podcast-1121-belonging-without-conforming-the-path-from-pseudo-self-to-solid-self/ artofmanliness.com
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RSS Hunter RSS Hunter • Jun 16

The Tightwad-Spendthrift Marriage: How to Stop Fighting About Money

Ask any marriage counselor what couples fight about most, and money will be at or near the top of the list. Research backs up clinical experience: disagreements over finances are one of the strongest predictors of marital conflict, chronic stress, and divorce. Now take that already-volatile subject and add this to the mix: it pains […]This article was originally published on The Art of Manliness.
https://www.artofmanliness.com/finance/money/tightwads-and-spendthrifts/ artofmanliness.com
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RSS Hunter RSS Hunter • Jun 15

7 Letters to Write Before You Turn 70

At AoM, we’re champions of the lost art of letter writing. Emails, texting, and the wide variety of other digital mediums available to us in the modern age are convenient and efficient, but they can’t hold a candle to the warm, tangible, classy nature of handwritten correspondence. Letters are the next best thing to showing […]This article was originally published on The Art of Manliness.
https://www.artofmanliness.com/social/social-skills/7-letters-to-write-before-you-turn-70/ artofmanliness.com
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RSS Hunter RSS Hunter • Jun 14

Odds & Ends: June 12, 2026

Your dad bod could raise your kids’ risk for obesity and disease. You’ve probably heard of the “dad bod.” It’s the body shape of a guy who’s not super fat, but not in particularly good shape, either. It’s gotten a friendly rebrand over the past decade with articles saying that some women prefer the soft […]This article was originally published on The Art of Manliness.
https://www.artofmanliness.com/odds-ends/odds-ends-june-12-2026/ artofmanliness.com
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RSS Hunter RSS Hunter • Jun 12

I Tested 6 of the Most Popular Multitools. These Are the Ones Worth Buying.

Every man needs a multitool or three stashed around the house or garage, or as a permanent part of his EDC. But how do you choose one in a multitool landscape that has hundreds of options, including for niche users like backcountry campers and first responders? If you’re like many consumers, you start to do […]This article was originally published on The Art of Manliness.
https://www.artofmanliness.com/culture/gear/multitools-review/ artofmanliness.com
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RSS Hunter RSS Hunter • Jun 11

A Single Book Can Change Your Life

Note: The following is an excerpt from The Technique of Getting Things Done (1947) by Donald Laird.  The right reading — often accidental — wakes up slumberers and gives needed goals to those who still have none. The right book or article has started many on the main road and off the detours.  Enrich Weiss wanted to […]This article was originally published on The Art of Manliness.
https://www.artofmanliness.com/uncategorized/a-single-book-can-change-your-life/ artofmanliness.com
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RSS Hunter RSS Hunter • Jun 10

Podcast #1,120: How to Try Again

Life rarely unfolds according to plan. A relationship implodes. A move or job change doesn’t work out. Or you simply fail in a goal you’ve set for yourself. My guest has spent almost two decades researching and field-testing how to get back on track when smaller slip-ups and larger upheavals knock you off course. […]This article was originally published on The Art of Manliness.
https://www.artofmanliness.com/character/self-improvement/podcast-1120-how-to-try-again/ artofmanliness.com
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RSS Hunter RSS Hunter • Jun 9

The Louis L’Amour Workout

I’ve always been interested in how famous men worked out. We’ve broken down Steve McQueen’s routine and Bruce Lee’s training here on AoM before, and every time I go down one of these rabbit holes, I come away inspired about how these guys approached fitness: they trained so they could do the work they did to the […]This article was originally published on The Art of Manliness.
https://www.artofmanliness.com/health-fitness/fitness/l-amour-workout/ artofmanliness.com
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RSS Hunter RSS Hunter • Jun 8

18 Things Every Man Should Do This Summer

Summertime is here, and we couldn’t be happier. As author Benjamin Alire Sáenz put it, summertime is a “book of hope,” filled with the promise of freedom, adventure, and dreamy idleness. It’s a time for sloughing off the heaviness of winter and soaking in the hot, rejuvenating sun. It’s also a time for diving into […]This article was originally published on The Art of Manliness.
https://www.artofmanliness.com/living/leisure/18-things-every-man-should-do-this-summer/ artofmanliness.com
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RSS Hunter RSS Hunter • Jun 7

How to Make Oklahoma Fried Onion Burgers

Burgers are my favorite food. What’s not to like about them? They’re tasty, filling, and — if you load them up with toppings like tomato, lettuce, and onion — offer a fairly nutritious mix of protein, carbs, and veggies. ​What I also like about the humble hamburger is exploring its many regional variations. New Mexico’s […]This article was originally published on The Art of Manliness.
https://www.artofmanliness.com/living/food-drink/fried-onion-burgers/ artofmanliness.com
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RSS Hunter RSS Hunter • Jun 4

How to Throw a Frisbee

The frisbee is one of the simplest pieces of recreational equipment ever invented. With just a plastic disc, a little open space, and someone to throw it with, you can inject a boring afternoon with an ample dose of fun. Successfully throwing a frisbee, however, isn’t as obvious as it would seem. Most beginners try […]This article was originally published on The Art of Manliness.
https://www.artofmanliness.com/skills/how-to/how-to-throw-a-frisbee/ artofmanliness.com
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RSS Hunter RSS Hunter • Jun 3

Podcast #1,119: Built to Walk — How Modern Shoes and Weak Feet Are Holding You Back

Walking is one of the most powerful health tools we have. It improves cardiovascular fitness, boosts mood, sharpens cognition, and can even be a predictor of how well you’ll age. But all those benefits depend on something we rarely think about until it starts hurting: our feet. For many of us, walking is so […]This article was originally published on The Art of Manliness.
https://www.artofmanliness.com/health-fitness/health/podcast-1119-built-to-walk-how-modern-shoes-and-weak-feet-are-holding-you-back/ artofmanliness.com
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RSS Hunter RSS Hunter • Jun 2

Hunting for Herbie: How to Find the Bottlenecks Slowing Down Your Life

You want to get more things done in life. So you become an early riser, buy a planner, and download a to-do list app. You maintain inbox zero by answering email the minute it lands in your inbox. You stay busy from the second your feet hit the floor until you rest your weary head […]This article was originally published on The Art of Manliness.
https://www.artofmanliness.com/character/advice/bottlenecks/ artofmanliness.com
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RSS Hunter RSS Hunter • Jun 1

A Lesson From Ernest Hemingway on Why You Should Plan Your Weekends

When Ernest Hemingway was working on the manuscript of a book about his safari in Africa, he played with a passage (which he later deleted) that listed all the things he loved and loved to do. He began with seeing, hearing, eating, drinking, sleeping, and reading; looking at pictures, cities, oceans, fishes, and fighting; thinking […]This article was originally published on The Art of Manliness.
https://www.artofmanliness.com/living/leisure/a-lesson-from-ernest-hemingway-in-why-you-should-plan-your-weekends/ artofmanliness.com
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RSS Hunter RSS Hunter • May 31

Odds & Ends: May 29, 2026

The Complete Keys to Progress by John McCallum. I enjoy reading fitness advice from old fitness magazines. You’d think it’d be outdated, but it’s usually the opposite. Most of the advice is the timeless stuff that actually works: lift heavy, eat protein, be consistent. John McCallum is a perfect example of an old-school fitness guy […]This article was originally published on The Art of Manliness.
https://www.artofmanliness.com/odds-ends/odds-ends-may-29-2026/ artofmanliness.com
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RSS Hunter RSS Hunter • May 29

What I Eat in a Day

Strength training is a fundamental part of my life. One of my biggest sources of happiness and satisfaction comes from lifting weights and seeing how I can improve my fitness and shape my body. Powering those efforts is the real engine behind any exercise program: nutrition. I track my macros each day to ensure that my […]This article was originally published on The Art of Manliness.
https://www.artofmanliness.com/health-fitness/health/what-i-eat-in-a-day/ artofmanliness.com
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RSS Hunter RSS Hunter • May 28

Podcast #810: How to Turn a Boy Into a Man

A lot of young men today struggle in finding their footing in adulthood. They feel lost, directionless, and unsure of who they are and how to confidently and competently navigate the world. Part of the reason for this is that most young men today lack something which was once a part of nearly every […]This article was originally published on The Art of Manliness.
https://www.artofmanliness.com/people/fatherhood/how-to-turn-a-boy-into-a-man/ artofmanliness.com
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RSS Hunter RSS Hunter • May 26

The Cheapest, Easiest, Most Ridiculously Effective Way to Eradicate Mosquitoes From Your Property

Now that warmer weather has arrived, mosquitos are beginning to show up as well.  I’ve done battle against these detestable bloodsuckers for some years now. Thanks to treating mosquito breeding grounds (i.e., standing water) around my property, I’d significantly reduced the number of mosquitoes bugging us. Then, early last summer, I came across a new […]This article was originally published on The Art of Manliness.
https://www.artofmanliness.com/lifestyle/homeownership/mosquito-bucket/ artofmanliness.com
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RSS Hunter RSS Hunter • May 24

Odds & Ends: May 22, 2026

Dad Books Are a Dying Breed. The WSJ had a piece this week on how serious nonfiction sales are tanking. We’re talking WWII histories, shipwreck narratives, and the doorstop presidential biographies. They’re the kind of nonfiction books you’d give your dad for Father’s Day or Christmas. Sales for these books are down 8% this year, […]This article was originally published on The Art of Manliness.
https://www.artofmanliness.com/odds-ends/odds-ends-may-22-2026/ artofmanliness.com
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RSS Hunter RSS Hunter • May 22

4 Ways to Put the Memorial Back in Memorial Day

Memorial Day is coming up. For most folks that means a day off, grilling in the backyard, and getting 30% off at their favorite online retailer. Nothing wrong with that. I’m looking forward to eating a burger this weekend myself. But Memorial Day was established for a graver and loftier purpose — one that’s worth […]This article was originally published on The Art of Manliness.
https://www.artofmanliness.com/character/military/4-ways-to-put-the-memorial-back-in-memorial-day/ artofmanliness.com
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RSS Hunter RSS Hunter • May 21

Read Lonesome Dove With Me This Summer

Last year, we launched our Substack newsletter, Dying Breed. Thanks to everyone who’s already joined us there. If you haven’t subscribed yet, now’s a great time. This summer, I’m inviting Dying Breed readers to join me in reading my all-time favorite novel: Larry McMurtry’s Lonesome Dove. If you’ve been following the site or podcast for […]This article was originally published on The Art of Manliness.
https://www.artofmanliness.com/blog/read-lonesome-dove-with-me-this-summer/ artofmanliness.com
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RSS Hunter RSS Hunter • May 20