Be A Man (B.A.M.)

Episode 4 - "Breaking Blocks: Exploring Gender and Play in the World of LEGO"

Mike D and Rob discuss many topics, but specifically focus on the Lego study that examines how gender affected how kids played with legos.

Episode 3 - PTSD - An interview with Dan about his experience losing his youngest son while deployed to Afghanistan.

Mike D and Rob interview (first ever) Daniel Cholette, a Marine veteran, about his experience with and recovery from PTSD. We follow Dan on his journey of tragedy, loss, anguish, and subsequent healing. We learn how he found beauty in brokenness (https://youtube.com/shorts/6_ZA6Ov9QBk?feature=share [https://www.facebook.com/messenger_media/?attachment_id=229854942921558&message_id=mid.%24cAAAAAAxPFKSNr3MbMmHfi1MKonLW&thread_id=678696733])

Episode 2 - "Gentlemen Talk: Chivalry, Upbringing, and Respect in Relationships"

In this episode of B.A.M. with Rob and Mike D - The Gentlemen Talk, hosts Mike D and Rob C dive into the importance of intention and respect in relationships, particularly between men and women. The conversation starts with a discussion of Jim Carrey's perceived snub by the Academy Awards and then shifts to controversial figure Andrew Tate and the views of Ben Shapiro and Piers Morgan. But the bulk of the episode focuses on Mike D's upbringing and how his father, despite not physically being in the home, provided a traditional male figure who handled discipline, provided for the family, and took the speaker to sports. The hosts explore how gender roles are changing and how couples can navigate household responsibilities and show interest and support in new ways. Mike D and Rob touch on chivalry and the acts that are often seen as traditional expressions of masculinity, like opening doors, and how they are meant to show respect and offer support, not to control or assert power over women. They also talk about their belief in treating women with respect and how it's important to approach these actions with mutual respect and appreciation. Tune in to Gentlemen Talk for a thoughtful and witty conversation on chivalry, upbringing, and respect in relationships.

Episode 1 - "Growing Up, Hooking Up, and Relationship Expectations by Gender."

Join Rob and Mike D as they discuss their childhood influences, the pressure men face to always be ready for sex, and the different expectations placed on men and women in relationships. They share their thoughts on how communication and autonomy play a critical role in healthy relationships. Plus, stick around to hear their plans for future episodes, including movie reviews and more!

Be A Man (B.A.M.) Pilot Episode

The Be A Man (B.A.M.) Pilot Episode. Rob & Mike D spontaneously record the pilot episode and discuss John Travolta, Scientology, and what it means to be man.