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The Oxford cloth button-down — OCBD, for short — is a classic men’s style staple.Born on Ivy League campuses, it’s got a preppy pedigree that’s been adapted and refined by musicians and artists, students and professors, craftsmen and…
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in: Behavior, Character, Podcast Brett & Kate McKay • August 19, 2025 The ancient art of rhetoric has shaped political policies, influenced social movements, structured legal arguments, and molded cultural narratives…
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Most people can make a plan. Planning is fun. You get to dream, scheme, and visualize a future where everything is awesome.But executing plans?A lot of people struggle with that.A few months ago, I did a poll on the AoM WhatsApp Channel …
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Veja Rio Branco II Mesh Sneakers. My trusty New Balance 574s finally gave out after years of faithful service, so I pulled the trigger on these retro-styled running shoes. I’d been eyeing them for awhile. I’m a fan of that classic 80s…
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Patagonia Provisions Lemon Olive White Anchovies. I’ve never been a canned fish guy, but after reading Michael Easter’s article about the nutritional benefits of anchovies, sardines, and mackerel, I decided to give these Patagonia…
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A great business man develops the lust of power, the passion for conquest, as did Napoleon or other great warriors. The desire to achieve, to dominate, grows stronger and more vigorous with every new victory.The ambition for greater…
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in: Outdoor/Survival, Podcast, Skills Brett & Kate McKay • July 29, 2025You’re on an airplane that crash lands. Smoke fills the cabin, and you’ve got only seconds to react. How would you respond? Would you immediately…
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Last year, we wrote a guide to how to take your first backpacking trip, offering a complete primer for getting out there, even if you’re a little intimidated by the idea.If going backpacking seems daunting when it will just be adults,…
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in: Gear, Lifestyle Brett & Kate McKay • July 24, 2025A trusty pocket knife isn’t just a blade, it’s a versatile tool ready to help you navigate life’s little challenges and unexpected adventures. Here are ten (mostly)…
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TypingClub. I learned to touch type back in high school. While I’ve maintained decent skills over the years, I recently noticed my typing getting a little sloppy. There’s been a bit more backspacing and hunt-and-pecking than I’d like to…
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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 10 most popular episodes we’ve published so far in 2025. Each one offers something that will enrich your life. Some give…
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My kids and I watched The Sandlot on the 4th of July. I’ve lost count of how many times I’ve seen this movie. It never feels old or stale.The Sandlot is the all-time greatest kid’s summer movie. It’s the Platonic ideal of a kid’s summer…
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You’ve heard the advice that to build wealth, you need to earn more, spend less, and invest consistently. But what if there was a clearer way to understand exactly where you stand financially — and what steps you should take to reach the…
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Weighted blankets hit the mainstream nearly a decade ago when the Gravity Blanket launched its Kickstarter campaign. Usually weighing from 10-25 pounds, the pressure from these blankets is supposed to reduce anxiety and help you sleep…
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in: Health, Health & Fitness, Podcast Brett & Kate McKay • July 15, 2025When you think of the microbiome, you probably think of your gut. But bacteria live all over your body. And they’re incredibly numerous; you…
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The Great Cousin Decline. There’s a lot of talk about declining birthrates. One of the second-order consequences of this decline is that younger people today have fewer cousins than those in previous generations. I have 15 cousins; my…
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In the midst of the summer heat, I’ve always got a floor fan (or two) going in my garage gym. Lately, as I’ve gone to switch it on, I’ve thought, “Dang, that’s really dirty . . . how the heck do you clean this thing?”I decided to find…
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If you own a car, you know the importance of regular maintenance. Rather than waiting for your vehicle to break down and paying for costly repairs, you take it in for oil changes, tire rotations, and filter swaps. Sure, this upkeep…
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An important part of manhood has always been about having the competence to be effective in the world — having the breadth of skills, the savoir-faire, to handle any situation you find yourself in. With that in mind, each Sunday we’ll be…
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My Interview on The Material Review. One of my favorite newsletters is The Material Review, co-founded by Michael Williams of A Continuous Lean. Every week, they feature a curated list of products and articles to check out. I recently…
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