Blueprint: Raising Good Men Podcast

Podcast 15 - Why Fathers Should Absolutely Kiss Their Sons

Let’s get something straight. If you are uncomfortable kissing your son, that discomfort did not come from biology. It came from culture. And culture is wrong. This is not about turning boys soft.. This is not about turning fathers into therapists. This is not about politics, ideology, or whatever team you think you’re on this week. This is about raising boys who do not grow into brittle men. Strong men can give affection. Fragile cultures pretend they can’t. Read full post here [https://goodmenblueprint.substack.com/p/fathers-should-absolutely-kiss-their] This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit goodmenblueprint.substack.com [https://goodmenblueprint.substack.com?utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=CTA_1]

Podcast 14. - Was Tony a good father?

We meet Tony Soprano joyfully playing with a family of ducks, quite a robust, balding, middle aged man in his trademark bathrobe and boxers, submerged in his own backyard pool, feeding them like somone briefly convinced he has achieved domestic harmony. His own family observes, perplexed. Then the ducks leave. And Tony has a panic attack. Later, in therapy with Dr. Jennifer Melfi he admits he’s terrified of losing his family. The ducks were never just ducks. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit goodmenblueprint.substack.com [https://goodmenblueprint.substack.com?utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=CTA_1]

Podcast 12 - How to Celebrate New Offspring

It is incumbent upon us, as fathers, to celebrate the arrival of a newborn properly. with intent, noise, and at least a vague sense that something ancient has been satisfied. The gods must be notified. Chief among them are Odin and Thor, custodians of wisdom, violence, strength, storms, and extremely poor anger management. They demand brute strength, fire, smoke and preferably a meat-based sacrifice. Lightning ⚡ is often a clue that you have either succeeded or failed spectacularly. What follows is a practical guide for the modern man attempting an ancient rite, possibly in a suburban environment, likely while sleep-deprived. Read full post here [https://goodmenblueprint.substack.com/p/how-to-celebrate-new-offspring] This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit goodmenblueprint.substack.com [https://goodmenblueprint.substack.com?utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=CTA_1]

Podcast 11 - Eat, Sleep, Poop

In the days following the arrival of my newest family member and future hunting partner, my son Viktor, I was reminded of something both obvious and strangely under-appreciated: experience matters enormously when raising a child. This should surprise no one. And yet, every first-time parent behaves as though the universe has unveiled a never-before-seen creature, operating by occult rules, requiring fresh panic for every noise. What experience gives you is confidence. The kind that lives in your hands. The kind your spouse feels without you saying a word, simply by watching you move without hesitation. Read full post here [https://goodmenblueprint.substack.com/p/eat-sleep-poop] This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit goodmenblueprint.substack.com [https://goodmenblueprint.substack.com?utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=CTA_1]

Podcast 10 - Fathers in Film: Was Walt a good Father?

Stealing Bread for Starving Children When asked, almost any father will confirm they would rather steal bread than allow his children to starve. and who can blame them? And if compared to Breaking Bad [https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0903747/]’s fundamental stated premise: What if Mr. Chips turned into Scarface - and the method was producing high quality Crystal Meth? Full post here [https://goodmenblueprint.substack.com/p/fathers-in-film-walter-white-breaking] This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit goodmenblueprint.substack.com [https://goodmenblueprint.substack.com?utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=CTA_1]