Order of Man

In this episode of Friday Field Notes, Ryan Michler reflects on the public rise and fall of actor Shia LaBeouf to explore a deeper issue affecting men everywhere: isolation. While fame and success may amplify a man's strengths and weaknesses, they cannot stabilize him. Ryan argues that the real danger is not failure, but a lack of brotherhood and accountability. Through personal insight and hard-earned experience, he challenges men to build strong systems and surround themselves with brothers who will confront, support, and walk with them - especially when life begins to unravel.
SHOW HIGHLIGHTS
00:00 - The Rise and Fall of Shia LaBeouf
04:36 - Success Amplifies, It Doesn't Stabilize
07:15 - No TMZ in Your Living Room
09:36 - Untouchable Men Become Unstable
12:05 - What Real Brotherhood Does
16:25 - Systems Over Willpower
18:51 - Fame Didn't Destroy Him
20:09 - Who Can Confront You?
21:02 - Submit to Accountability
22:48 - A Call to Build the Brotherhood
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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
Battle Planners: Pick yours up today!
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There are things that happened to you that weren't your fault. Maybe your dad wasn't there. Maybe no one modeled strength, discipline, or direction. Maybe you were handed confusion instead of clarity and drift instead of standards. But while it may not have been your fault, it is your responsibility. And the moment you understand that is the moment your life begins to change.
Today, my guest Frank Schwartz (Dark Helmet in the F3 Community, and I talk about what it means to stop blaming, stop guessing, and start leading. We'll unpack why so many men feel disconnected from purpose, how to build direction through fitness, fellowship, and faith, and why your community needs you to set the standard - not apologize for it. This isn't about shame. It's about ownership. And ownership is where power begins.
SHOW HIGHLIGHTS
00:00 - Time Passing & Becoming Grandfathers
01:32 - 100,000 Men & What They're Really Struggling With
02:39 - The Crisis of Purpose in Modern Men
05:01 - Why Brotherhood Changes Everything
06:21 - Leadership Without Pretending You Have It All Figured Out
09:59 - "It's Your Dad's Fault… Now It's Your Responsibility."
11:12 - Fitness as the Tool for Fellowship
14:16 - The Standard: Why Men Must Assimilate, Not Soften It
18:18 - Nice vs. Kind: The Truth About Real Love
20:23 - Candor: Telling Hard Truths & Demanding Them Back
23:58 - Nothing Gets Better Until Men Get Better
38:03 - A Battle to Fight: Turning Pain into Purpose
41:52 - Becoming a Higher Agency Man
44:44 - Changing Your Thinking & Building Momentum
47:47 - From "Can't Do" to "Can't Not Do"
49:31 - The Return to Virtuous Masculinity
52:24 - Why Men Need Tribe, Not Just Information
Battle Planners: Pick yours up today!
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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!
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In this week's Ask Me Anything, Ryan and Kipp dive into powerful listener questions from the Iron Council and Facebook group. They break down the difference between chasing and pursuing, how to handle employee resentment after promotions, and how childhood beliefs silently shape the man you become.
The conversation moves into leading through chaos, navigating marital strain, protecting yourself during divorce, and the real risks and opportunities of AI. Raw, unfiltered, and highly practical - this episode is packed with leadership wisdom for men navigating business, marriage, and modern life.
SHOW HIGHLIGHTS
00:00 Introduction
02:45 Chasing vs. Pursuing
07:42 Handling Employee Raise Fallout
22:13 Childhood Beliefs That Shape You
32:17 Leading Through Setbacks
41:17 When Is Enough Enough in Marriage?
45:45 The Truth About AI Risks & Leverage
01:06:06 Divorce Strategy & Legal Advice
01:09:17 The Last Time We Laughed Hard
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