Male Cartel

Most men look successful on the outside but feel broken on the inside. Behind the confidence, the hustle, and the “I’m good” replies, millions of men are silently struggling with low self-esteem, deep insecurity, and the painful feeling that they’re just not enough. In this episode, we dive into the hidden male mental health crisis that almost no one talks about. We explore what's behind the facade and how to build confidence in yourself. If you’re a man who doesn’t like the guy staring back at you in the mirror — or if you know someone who is struggling — this conversation will hit hard and give you hope. This isn’t about toxic positivity. It’s about facing the truth and finally getting free from insecurity. ...Drop a comment: What’s one thing that hurts your self-esteem the most as a man? If this message resonates, like, share, and subscribe for more real conversations on men’s mental health and personal growth. Turn on notifications so you never miss an episode.Male Cartel Merch: https://malecartel.square.site/ CONTACT US: For feedback, questions, or interview requests, email us: [email protected]⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Thank you for listening and for being a part of the Male Cartel! If you have benefited from this episode, or the podcast as a whole, please be sure to follow/subscribe to the podcast, share the episodes, and leave a rating and/or review. The Male Cartel is available on multiple platforms: Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/male-cartel/id1699875966Spotify: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/male-cartelYouTube: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@MaleCartel/podcastsFind the Male Cartel Online:Malecartel.comFacebook.com/malecartelInstagram.com/malecartelX.com/malecartel​Threads.net/malecartel Find Nick Online:Facebook.com/nickcarnes​Instagram.com/ncarnes​X.com/nickcarnesThreads.net/ncarnes  Find Shane Online:Facebook.com/shane.padgett​Instagram.com/shanepadgettX.com/shanepadgett

Shane and Nick conclude their two part discussion on the code that men live by. From this one character trait, that should guide men, many other character traits are formed.In this episode: Alison Armstrong Interview | https://www.alisonarmstrong.com/Male Cartel Merch: https://malecartel.square.site/ CONTACT US: For feedback, questions, or interview requests, email us: [email protected]⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Thank you for listening and for being a part of the Male Cartel! If you have benefited from this episode, or the podcast as a whole, please be sure to follow/subscribe to the podcast, share the episodes, and leave a rating and/or review. The Male Cartel is available on multiple platforms: Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/male-cartel/id1699875966Spotify: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/male-cartelYouTube: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@MaleCartel/podcastsFind the Male Cartel Online:Malecartel.comFacebook.com/malecartelInstagram.com/malecartelX.com/malecartel​Threads.net/malecartel Find Nick Online:Facebook.com/nickcarnes​Instagram.com/ncarnes​X.com/nickcarnesThreads.net/ncarnes  Find Shane Online:Facebook.com/shane.padgett​Instagram.com/shanepadgettX.com/shanepadgett

In this two part discussion, Shane and Nick discuss one central idea that originated from a conversation about "what men don't know that women don't know about men." From this one character trait that should guide men, many other character traits are formed. In this episode: Alison Armstrong Interview | https://www.alisonarmstrong.com/Male Cartel Merch: https://malecartel.square.site/ CONTACT US: For feedback, questions, or interview requests, email us: ⁠⁠⁠⁠[email protected]⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Thank you for listening and for being a part of the Male Cartel! If you have benefited from this episode, or the podcast as a whole, please be sure to follow/subscribe to the podcast, share the episodes, and leave a rating and/or review. The Male Cartel is available on multiple platforms: Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/male-cartel/id1699875966Spotify: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/male-cartelYouTube: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@MaleCartel/podcastsFind the Male Cartel Online:Malecartel.comFacebook.com/malecartelInstagram.com/malecartelX.com/malecartel​Threads.net/malecartel Find Nick Online:Facebook.com/nickcarnes​Instagram.com/ncarnes​X.com/nickcarnesThreads.net/ncarnes  Find Shane Online:Facebook.com/shane.padgett​Instagram.com/shanepadgettX.com/shanepadgett

Celebrate the Male Cartel's 50th Official Episode with Nick and Shane as they have one of their most important conversations so far. We have freedom of speech, and while everyone loves to practice it for themselves, they don't always like to recognize it for others they disagree with. Male Cartel Merch: https://malecartel.square.site/ CONTACT US: For feedback, questions, or interview requests, email us: ⁠⁠⁠[email protected]⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Thank you for listening and for being a part of the Male Cartel! If you have benefited from this episode, or the podcast as a whole, please be sure to follow/subscribe to the podcast, share the episodes, and leave a rating and/or review. The Male Cartel is available on multiple platforms: Spotify: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/male-cartelApple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/male-cartel/id1699875966YouTube: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@MaleCartel/podcastsFind the Male Cartel Online:Malecartel.comFacebook.com/malecartelInstagram.com/malecartelTwitter.com/malecartel​Threads.net/malecartel Find Nick Online:Facebook.com/nickcarnes​Instagram.com/ncarnes​Twitter.com/nickcarnesThreads.net/ncarnes  Find Shane Online:Facebook.com/shane.padgett​Instagram.com/shanepadgett Twitter.com/shanepadgett

"When a man is born, he looks like his parents. When he dies he looks like the decisions he made in life." In Episode 49, Shane and Nick take a deeper look at this comment and the decisions men can make in 2026 to start the year off right and to set themselves up for a greater legacy in their death.Male Cartel Merch: https://malecartel.square.site/ CONTACT US: For feedback, questions, or interview requests, email us: ⁠⁠[email protected]⁠⁠⁠⁠ Thank you for listening and for being a part of the Male Cartel! If you have benefited from this episode, or the podcast as a whole, please be sure to follow/subscribe to the podcast, share the episodes, and leave a rating and/or review. The Male Cartel is available on multiple platforms: Spotify: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/male-cartelApple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/male-cartel/id1699875966YouTube: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@MaleCartel/podcastsFind the Male Cartel Online:Malecartel.comFacebook.com/malecartelInstagram.com/malecartelTwitter.com/malecartel​Threads.net/malecartel Find Nick Online:Facebook.com/nickcarnes​Instagram.com/ncarnes​Twitter.com/nickcarnesThreads.net/ncarnes  Find Shane Online:Facebook.com/shane.padgett​Instagram.com/shanepadgett Twitter.com/shanepadgett

This bonus episode of The Male Cartel is a live recording during the Family Focus Conversation at Hope Church, in Augusta, GA. During this event, Shane and Nick answered questions about manhood, marriage, parenting, and life as followers of Jesus.In This Episode:Kingdom Sexuality: https://linktr.ee/kingdomsexualityCONTACT US: For feedback, questions, or interview requests, email us: ⁠[email protected]⁠ Thank you for listening and for being a part of the Male Cartel! If you have benefited from this episode, or the podcast as a whole, please be sure to follow/subscribe to the podcast, share the episodes, and leave a rating and/or review. Order Exclusive Merch: Malecartel.com/merchThe Male Cartel is available on multiple platforms:​Spotify: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/male-cartel​Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/male-cartel/id1699875966​YouTube: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@MaleCartel/podcasts⁠⁠⁠⁠Find the Male Cartel Online:​Malecartel.com​Facebook.com/malecartel​Instagram.com/malecartel​Twitter.com/malecartel​Threads.net/malecartel Find Nick Online: ​Facebook.com/nickcarnes​Instagram.com/ncarnes​Twitter.com/nickcarnes​Threads.net/ncarnes Find Shane Online:​Facebook.com/shane.padgett​Instagram.com/shanepadgett Twitter.com/shanepadgett

It's hard to buy gifts for men, but the internet is here to help! Or, is it? In this bonus Christmas episode, Nick and Shane review some of the top gifts the internet suggest for men. How accurate are these suggestions? Also, they discuss some of the gifts men should give their families this Christmas.Male Cartel Merch: https://malecartel.square.site/ CONTACT US: For feedback, questions, or interview requests, email us: ⁠⁠[email protected]⁠⁠⁠⁠ Thank you for listening and for being a part of the Male Cartel! If you have benefited from this episode, or the podcast as a whole, please be sure to follow/subscribe to the podcast, share the episodes, and leave a rating and/or review. The Male Cartel is available on multiple platforms: Spotify: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/male-cartelApple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/male-cartel/id1699875966YouTube: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@MaleCartel/podcastsFind the Male Cartel Online:Malecartel.comFacebook.com/malecartelInstagram.com/malecartelTwitter.com/malecartel​Threads.net/malecartel Find Nick Online:Facebook.com/nickcarnes​Instagram.com/ncarnes​Twitter.com/nickcarnesThreads.net/ncarnes  Find Shane Online:Facebook.com/shane.padgett​Instagram.com/shanepadgett Twitter.com/shanepadgett

In episode 48, Shane and Nick have a discussion about men making an intentional effort to consider the kind of man they want to be and the steps necessary to get there. Order: Friendships in the Fishbowl: https://a.co/d/7c9tNJZ Male Cartel Merch: https://malecartel.square.site/ CONTACT US: For feedback, questions, or interview requests, email us: ⁠[email protected]⁠⁠⁠ Thank you for listening and for being a part of the Male Cartel! If you have benefited from this episode, or the podcast as a whole, please be sure to follow/subscribe to the podcast, share the episodes, and leave a rating and/or review. The Male Cartel is available on multiple platforms: Spotify: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/male-cartelApple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/male-cartel/id1699875966Overcast: https://overcast.fm/itunes1699875966/male-cartelYouTube: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@MaleCartel/podcastsFind the Male Cartel Online:Malecartel.comFacebook.com/malecartelInstagram.com/malecartelTwitter.com/malecartel​Threads.net/malecartel Find Nick Online:Facebook.com/nickcarnes​Instagram.com/ncarnes​Twitter.com/nickcarnesThreads.net/ncarnes  Find Shane Online:Facebook.com/shane.padgett​Instagram.com/shanepadgett Twitter.com/shanepadgett

Happy Thanksgiving! Enjoy this bonus episode from Shane and Nick.Male Cartel Merch: https://malecartel.square.site/ CONTACT US: For feedback, questions, or interview requests, email us: [email protected]⁠⁠ Thank you for listening and for being a part of the Male Cartel! If you have benefited from this episode, or the podcast as a whole, please be sure to follow/subscribe to the podcast, share the episodes, and leave a rating and/or review. The Male Cartel is available on multiple platforms: Spotify: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/male-cartelApple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/male-cartel/id1699875966Overcast: https://overcast.fm/itunes1699875966/male-cartelYouTube: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@MaleCartel/podcastsFind the Male Cartel Online:Malecartel.comFacebook.com/malecartelInstagram.com/malecartelTwitter.com/malecartel​Threads.net/malecartel Find Nick Online:Facebook.com/nickcarnes​Instagram.com/ncarnes​Twitter.com/nickcarnesThreads.net/ncarnes  Find Shane Online:Facebook.com/shane.padgett​Instagram.com/shanepadgett Twitter.com/shanepadgett

More and more men are hearing statements from their wives like, "You're trying to control me!" Or, "You're being controlling." Why is this accusation against husbands on the rise? Is it true? And, if it's not true, what is the root cause for this accusation against men? In Episode 47, Nick and Shane dive into this common attack that's levied at men in their marriages.Additional Resources:Male Cartel Merch: https://malecartel.square.site/ CONTACT US: For feedback, questions, or interview requests, email us: [email protected]⁠ Thank you for listening and for being a part of the Male Cartel! If you have benefited from this episode, or the podcast as a whole, please be sure to follow/subscribe to the podcast, share the episodes, and leave a rating and/or review. The Male Cartel is available on multiple platforms: Spotify: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/male-cartelApple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/male-cartel/id1699875966Overcast: https://overcast.fm/itunes1699875966/male-cartelYouTube: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@MaleCartel/podcastsFind the Male Cartel Online:Malecartel.comFacebook.com/malecartelInstagram.com/malecartelTwitter.com/malecartel​Threads.net/malecartel Find Nick Online:Facebook.com/nickcarnes​Instagram.com/ncarnes​Twitter.com/nickcarnesThreads.net/ncarnes  Find Shane Online:Facebook.com/shane.padgett​Instagram.com/shanepadgett Twitter.com/shanepadgett

In Episode 46, Nick and Shane discuss a viral Reel that recently made the headlines along with a viral meme that illustrates the importance for a man to have integrity.In This Episode:Male Cartel Merch: https://malecartel.square.site/ CONTACT US: For feedback, questions, or interview requests, email us: ⁠[email protected]⁠ Thank you for listening and for being a part of the Male Cartel! If you have benefited from this episode, or the podcast as a whole, please be sure to follow/subscribe to the podcast, share the episodes, and leave a rating and/or review. The Male Cartel is available on multiple platforms: Spotify: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/male-cartelApple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/male-cartel/id1699875966Overcast: https://overcast.fm/itunes1699875966/male-cartelYouTube: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@MaleCartel/podcasts Find the Male Cartel Online:Malecartel.com​Facebook.com/malecartel​Instagram.com/malecartel​Twitter.com/malecartel​Threads.net/malecartel Find Nick Online:Facebook.com/nickcarnes​Instagram.com/ncarnes​Twitter.com/nickcarnes​Threads.net/ncarnes  Find Shane Online:Facebook.com/shane.padgett​Instagram.com/shanepadgett Twitter.com/shanepadgett

In Episode 45, Shane and Nick discuss a viral Reel on the two times a son becomes stronger than his father. Join the conversation as they discuss how a dad can benefit his son(s). In This Episode:Sharny and Julius: https://www.facebook.com/sharnyandjuliusMale Cartel Merch: https://malecartel.square.site/ CONTACT US: For feedback, questions, or interview requests, email us: ⁠[email protected]⁠ Thank you for listening and for being a part of the Male Cartel! If you have benefited from this episode, or the podcast as a whole, please be sure to follow/subscribe to the podcast, share the episodes, and leave a rating and/or review. The Male Cartel is available on multiple platforms: Spotify: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/male-cartelApple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/male-cartel/id1699875966Overcast: https://overcast.fm/itunes1699875966/male-cartelYouTube: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@MaleCartel/podcasts Find the Male Cartel Online:Malecartel.com​Facebook.com/malecartel​Instagram.com/malecartel​Twitter.com/malecartel​Threads.net/malecartel Find Nick Online:Facebook.com/nickcarnes​Instagram.com/ncarnes​Twitter.com/nickcarnes​Threads.net/ncarnes  Find Shane Online:Facebook.com/shane.padgett​Instagram.com/shanepadgett Twitter.com/shanepadgett

In Episode 44, Shane and Nick conclude their multi-episode discussion about the things that kill a marriage. CONTACT US: For feedback, questions, or interview requests, email us: ⁠[email protected]⁠ Thank you for listening and for being a part of the Male Cartel! If you have benefited from this episode, or the podcast as a whole, please be sure to follow/subscribe to the podcast, share the episodes, and leave a rating and/or review. The Male Cartel is available on multiple platforms: Spotify: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/male-cartelApple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/male-cartel/id1699875966Overcast: https://overcast.fm/itunes1699875966/male-cartelYouTube: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@MaleCartel/podcasts Find the Male Cartel Online:Malecartel.com​Facebook.com/malecartel​Instagram.com/malecartel​Twitter.com/malecartel​Threads.net/malecartel Find Nick Online:Facebook.com/nickcarnes​Instagram.com/ncarnes​Twitter.com/nickcarnes​Threads.net/ncarnes  Find Shane Online:Facebook.com/shane.padgett​Instagram.com/shanepadgett Twitter.com/shanepadgett

In Episode 43, Shane and Nick continue their multi-episode discussion about the things that kill a marriage. CONTACT US: For feedback, questions, or interview requests, email us: ⁠[email protected]⁠ Thank you for listening and for being a part of the Male Cartel! If you have benefited from this episode, or the podcast as a whole, please be sure to follow/subscribe to the podcast, share the episodes, and leave a rating and/or review. The Male Cartel is available on multiple platforms: Spotify: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/male-cartelApple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/male-cartel/id1699875966Overcast: https://overcast.fm/itunes1699875966/male-cartelYouTube: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@MaleCartel/podcasts Find the Male Cartel Online:Malecartel.com​Facebook.com/malecartel​Instagram.com/malecartel​Twitter.com/malecartel​Threads.net/malecartel Find Nick Online:Facebook.com/nickcarnes​Instagram.com/ncarnes​Twitter.com/nickcarnes​Threads.net/ncarnes  Find Shane Online:Facebook.com/shane.padgett​Instagram.com/shanepadgett Twitter.com/shanepadgett

Nick and Shane are back! In this episode they discuss the Charlie Kirk assassination and the murder of Iryna Zarutska and how both murders reflect our modern culture and how we need to respond. MERCH: New merch is now available at: Malecartel.com/merchIN THIS EPISODE: Dr. Frank Turek Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/i-dont-have-enough-faith-to-be-an-atheist/id1297439270Turning Point USA: https://tpusa.comCharlie Kirk: https://www.youtube.com/@RealCharlieKirk/featuredCONTACT US: For feedback, questions, or interview requests, email us: ⁠[email protected]⁠ Thank you for listening and for being a part of the Male Cartel! If you have benefited from this episode, or the podcast as a whole, please be sure to follow/subscribe to the podcast, share the episodes, and leave a rating and/or review. The Male Cartel is available on multiple platforms: Spotify: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/male-cartelApple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/male-cartel/id1699875966Overcast: https://overcast.fm/itunes1699875966/male-cartelYouTube: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@MaleCartel/podcastsFind the Male Cartel Online:Malecartel.com​Facebook.com/malecartel​Instagram.com/malecartel​Twitter.com/malecartel​Threads.net/malecartelFind Nick Online:Facebook.com/nickcarnes​Instagram.com/ncarnes​Twitter.com/nickcarnes​Threads.net/ncarnes Find Shane Online:Facebook.com/shane.padgett​Instagram.com/shanepadgett Twitter.com/shanepadgett

You might have wondered, "Why hasn't the Male Cartel been posting new episodes as frequently as they used to?" "Is the podcast going away? Is it dead?" In full transparency, the podcast has not been a top priority over the past couple of months. Our co-host, Shane Padgett experienced a personal tragedy and loss. In this episode, you will hear the full details on what happened to Shane Padgett. Despite the difficulty of this situation, there is hope and you will get to hear that first-hand in this episode. There is no reason this episode should have been able to be recorded at this current moment, but God is still at work, even in the suffering and hardships.Cancer70% of tongue cut outReconstructive SurgeryBlood clotsMiddle of radiation treatments Inflammation, swelling, and "sunburn" on inside of mouthCONTACT US: For feedback, questions, or interview requests, email us: ⁠[email protected]⁠ Thank you for listening and for being a part of the Male Cartel! If you have benefited from this episode, or the podcast as a whole, please be sure to follow/subscribe to the podcast, share the episodes, and leave a rating and/or review. The Male Cartel is available on multiple platforms: Spotify: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/male-cartelApple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/male-cartel/id1699875966Overcast: https://overcast.fm/itunes1699875966/male-cartelYouTube: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@MaleCartel/podcastsFind the Male Cartel Online:Malecartel.com​Facebook.com/malecartel​Instagram.com/malecartel​Twitter.com/malecartel​Threads.net/malecartelFind Nick Online:Facebook.com/nickcarnes​Instagram.com/ncarnes​Twitter.com/nickcarnes​Threads.net/ncarnes Find Shane Online:Facebook.com/shane.padgett​Instagram.com/shanepadgett Twitter.com/shanepadgett

In Episode 41, Shane and Nick begin a multi-episode discussion about the things that kill a marriage.IMPORTANT NEWS: FORGED Men's Event - Keynote Speaker Brian Edwards (from Episode 36) — Rescheduled for July 19, 2025: Forgedmensevent.com CONTACT US: For feedback, questions, or interview requests, email us: ⁠[email protected]⁠ Thank you for listening and for being a part of the Male Cartel! If you have benefited from this episode, or the podcast as a whole, please be sure to follow/subscribe to the podcast, share the episodes, and leave a rating and/or review. The Male Cartel is available on multiple platforms: Spotify: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/male-cartelApple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/male-cartel/id1699875966Overcast: https://overcast.fm/itunes1699875966/male-cartelYouTube: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@MaleCartel/podcasts Find the Male Cartel Online:Malecartel.com​Facebook.com/malecartel​Instagram.com/malecartel​Twitter.com/malecartel​Threads.net/malecartel Find Nick Online:Facebook.com/nickcarnes​Instagram.com/ncarnes​Twitter.com/nickcarnes​Threads.net/ncarnes  Find Shane Online:Facebook.com/shane.padgett​Instagram.com/shanepadgett Twitter.com/shanepadgett

In Episode 40, Nick and Shane conclude their multi-episode discussion about the things they wish they would have known at a much earlier age. IMPORTANT NEWS: FORGED Men's Event - Keynote Speaker Brian Edwards (from Episode 36) — Rescheduled to July 19, 2025: Forgedmensevent.com CONTACT US: For feedback, questions, or interview requests, email us: ⁠[email protected]⁠ Thank you for listening and for being a part of the Male Cartel! If you have benefited from this episode, or the podcast as a whole, please be sure to follow/subscribe to the podcast, share the episodes, and leave a rating and/or review. The Male Cartel is available on multiple platforms: Spotify: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/male-cartelApple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/male-cartel/id1699875966Overcast: https://overcast.fm/itunes1699875966/male-cartelYouTube: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@MaleCartel/podcasts Find the Male Cartel Online:Malecartel.com​Facebook.com/malecartel​Instagram.com/malecartel​Twitter.com/malecartel​Threads.net/malecartel Find Nick Online:Facebook.com/nickcarnes​Instagram.com/ncarnes​Twitter.com/nickcarnes​Threads.net/ncarnes  Find Shane Online:Facebook.com/shane.padgett​Instagram.com/shanepadgett Twitter.com/shanepadgett

In Episode 39, Nick and Shane continue their multi-episode discussion about the things they wish they would have known at a much earlier age. This episode was recorded live at Warren's Guy's Night where Nick and Shane spoke to a group of young men and their father's live.IMPORTANT NEWS: FORGED Men's Event - Keynote Speaker Brian Edwards (from Episode 36) — Rescheduled to July 19: Forgedmensevent.com CONTACT US: For feedback, questions, or interview requests, email us: ⁠[email protected]⁠ Thank you for listening and for being a part of the Male Cartel! If you have benefited from this episode, or the podcast as a whole, please be sure to follow/subscribe to the podcast, share the episodes, and leave a rating and/or review. The Male Cartel is available on multiple platforms: Spotify: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/male-cartelApple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/male-cartel/id1699875966Overcast: https://overcast.fm/itunes1699875966/male-cartelYouTube: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@MaleCartel/podcasts Find the Male Cartel Online:Malecartel.com​Facebook.com/malecartel​Instagram.com/malecartel​Twitter.com/malecartel​Threads.net/malecartel Find Nick Online:Facebook.com/nickcarnes​Instagram.com/ncarnes​Twitter.com/nickcarnes​Threads.net/ncarnes  Find Shane Online:Facebook.com/shane.padgett​Instagram.com/shanepadgett Twitter.com/shanepadgett

In Episode 38, Nick and Shane begin a multi-episode discussion about the things they wish they would have known at a much earlier age. IMPORTANT NEWS: FORGED Men's Event - Keynote Speaker Brian Edwards (from Episode 36) and the Male Cartel: Forgedmensevent.com CONTACT US: For feedback, questions, or interview requests, email us: ⁠[email protected]⁠ Thank you for listening and for being a part of the Male Cartel! If you have benefited from this episode, or the podcast as a whole, please be sure to follow/subscribe to the podcast, share the episodes, and leave a rating and/or review. The Male Cartel is available on multiple platforms: Spotify: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/male-cartelApple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/male-cartel/id1699875966Overcast: https://overcast.fm/itunes1699875966/male-cartelYouTube: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@MaleCartel/podcasts Find the Male Cartel Online:Malecartel.com​Facebook.com/malecartel​Instagram.com/malecartel​Twitter.com/malecartel​Threads.net/malecartel Find Nick Online:Facebook.com/nickcarnes​Instagram.com/ncarnes​Twitter.com/nickcarnes​Threads.net/ncarnes  Find Shane Online:Facebook.com/shane.padgett​Instagram.com/shanepadgett Twitter.com/shanepadgett

In Episode 37, Shane and Nick discuss the problem with being a passive man and some sound advice on being a decisive man who takes action. IN THIS EPISODE:Mark Driscoll (Church Boys): https://www.instagram.com/reel/DFY0R7wg5Dv/?igsh=MTcydWE5OWcwYjYzMg%3D%3DIMPORTANT NEWS: FORGED Men's Event - Keynote Speaker Brian Edwards (from Episode 36) and the Male Cartel: Forgedmensevent.com CONTACT US: For feedback, questions, or interview requests, email us: ⁠[email protected]⁠ Thank you for listening and for being a part of the Male Cartel! If you have benefited from this episode, or the podcast as a whole, please be sure to follow/subscribe to the podcast, share the episodes, and leave a rating and/or review. The Male Cartel is available on multiple platforms: Spotify: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/male-cartelApple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/male-cartel/id1699875966Overcast: https://overcast.fm/itunes1699875966/male-cartelYouTube: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@MaleCartel/podcasts Find the Male Cartel Online:Malecartel.com​Facebook.com/malecartel​Instagram.com/malecartel​Twitter.com/malecartel​Threads.net/malecartel Find Nick Online:Facebook.com/nickcarnes​Instagram.com/ncarnes​Twitter.com/nickcarnes​Threads.net/ncarnes  Find Shane Online:Facebook.com/shane.padgett​Instagram.com/shanepadgett Twitter.com/shanepadgett

In Episode 36, Nick and Shane are joined by Brian Edwards for a conversation on his life, the role of men in their marriages, and the importance of engaging in a brotherhood. Brian is the Pastor of Hope Church in Danville, Virginia and is a co-host on the Text and Context Podcast. Brian has also been a co-host on the Recovering Fundamentalist Podcast, is an author, song writer, and musician. IN THIS EPISODE:Hope Church Danville: http://ourhopechurch.comThe Role of the Husband (sermon from Hope Danville): https://www.youtube.com/live/hFD5GUMu_Rg?si=BqqN16-AQnm-_d3HThe Role of the Wife (sermon from Hope Danville): https://www.youtube.com/live/y0kyiNO8wK0?si=5PwcvTsAtBngGXdHText and Context Podcast - Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5XHrzpnqsnhUCelEffRwJG?si=41a323b3f2f44cebText and Context - Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/text-and-context/id1767854699Join Brian and Nick at Men of Valor - August 14-16, 2025: http://movministries.orgCONTACT US: For feedback, questions, or interview requests, email us: ⁠[email protected]⁠ Thank you for listening and for being a part of the Male Cartel! If you have benefited from this episode, or the podcast as a whole, please be sure to follow/subscribe to the podcast, share the episodes, and leave a rating and/or review. The Male Cartel is available on multiple platforms:​Spotify: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/male-cartel​Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/male-cartel/id1699875966​Overcast: https://overcast.fm/itunes1699875966/male-cartel​YouTube: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@MaleCartel/podcasts⁠⁠⁠⁠Find the Male Cartel Online:​Malecartel.com​Facebook.com/malecartel​Instagram.com/malecartel​Twitter.com/malecartel​Threads.net/malecartel Find Nick Online:​Facebook.com/nickcarnes​Instagram.com/ncarnes​Twitter.com/nickcarnes​Threads.net/ncarnes Find Shane Online:​Facebook.com/shane.padgett​Instagram.com/shanepadgett Twitter.com/shanepadgett

In Episode 35, Nick and Shane have a conversation with Eric Stewart. Eric is the Pastor of Liberty Baptist Church in Lula, Georgia and is the founder of Men of Valor Ministries. Eric has a passion to see men fully embrace their true identity. IN THIS EPISODE:Men of Valor Ministries: https://www.movministries.org/MOV "Authentic" Conference Registration: https://www.movministries.org/authenticregistrationMOV Podcast: https://www.movministries.org/podcastMOV Man Up Monday: https://www.movministries.org/manupmondayMOV 45 Discipleship Training: https://www.movministries.org/45SoulCon Challenge: https://soulconchallenge.com/CONTACT US: For feedback, questions, or interview requests, email us: ⁠[email protected]⁠ Thank you for listening and for being a part of the Male Cartel! If you have benefited from this episode, or the podcast as a whole, please be sure to follow/subscribe to the podcast, share the episodes, and leave a rating and/or review. The Male Cartel is available on multiple platforms:​Spotify: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/male-cartel​Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/male-cartel/id1699875966​Overcast: https://overcast.fm/itunes1699875966/male-cartel​YouTube: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@MaleCartel/podcasts⁠⁠⁠⁠Find the Male Cartel Online:​Malecartel.com​Facebook.com/malecartel​Instagram.com/malecartel​Twitter.com/malecartel​Threads.net/malecartel Find Nick Online:​Facebook.com/nickcarnes​Instagram.com/ncarnes​Twitter.com/nickcarnes​Threads.net/ncarnes Find Shane Online:​Facebook.com/shane.padgett​Instagram.com/shanepadgett Twitter.com/shanepadgett

In this episode, Nick and Shane conclude their conversation on how to be a successful man.CONTACT US: For feedback, questions, or interview requests, email us: ⁠[email protected]⁠ Thank you for listening and for being a part of the Male Cartel! If you have benefited from this episode, or the podcast as a whole, please be sure to follow/subscribe to the podcast, share the episodes, and leave a rating and/or review. The Male Cartel is available on multiple platforms: ​Spotify: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/male-cartel ​Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/male-cartel/id1699875966 ​Overcast: https://overcast.fm/itunes1699875966/male-cartel ​YouTube: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@MaleCartel/podcasts⁠⁠⁠⁠Find the Male Cartel Online: ​Malecartel.com ​Facebook.com/malecartel ​Instagram.com/malecartel ​Twitter.com/malecartel ​Threads.net/malecartel Find Nick Online: ​Facebook.com/nickcarnes ​Instagram.com/ncarnes ​Twitter.com/nickcarnes ​Threads.net/ncarnes Find Shane Online: ​Facebook.com/shane.padgett ​Instagram.com/shanepadgett  Twitter.com/shanepadgett

In this episode, Nick and Shane begin a two part conversation on how to be a successful man. They introduce the new recipients of the Flex Your Pecks award and the Mansectomy award. And, they have some big news for you!CONTACT US: For feedback, questions, or interview requests, email us: ⁠[email protected]⁠ Thank you for listening and for being a part of the Male Cartel! If you have benefited from this episode, or the podcast as a whole, please be sure to follow/subscribe to the podcast, share the episodes, and leave a rating and/or review. The Male Cartel is available on multiple platforms:​Spotify: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/male-cartel​Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/male-cartel/id1699875966​Overcast: https://overcast.fm/itunes1699875966/male-cartel​YouTube: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@MaleCartel/podcasts⁠⁠⁠⁠Find the Male Cartel Online:​Malecartel.com​Facebook.com/malecartel​Instagram.com/malecartel​Twitter.com/malecartel​Threads.net/malecartel Find Nick Online:​Facebook.com/nickcarnes​Instagram.com/ncarnes​Twitter.com/nickcarnes​Threads.net/ncarnes Find Shane Online:​Facebook.com/shane.padgett​Instagram.com/shanepadgett Twitter.com/shanepadgett

Join Nick and Shane as they bring in 2025 by catching up on life and looking back on their former blogs, internet crazies, and the weird massages they've received. They send you off with a challenge to men as we begin this brand new year. In This Episode: https://shanepadgett.wordpress.com/ Nickcarnes.com CONTACT US: For feedback, questions, or interview requests, email us: ⁠[email protected]⁠  Thank you for listening and for being a part of the Male Cartel! If you have benefited from this episode, or the podcast as a whole, please be sure to follow/subscribe to the podcast, share the episodes, and leave a rating and/or review.  The Male Cartel is available on multiple platforms: ​Spotify: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/male-cartel ​Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/male-cartel/id1699875966 ​Overcast: https://overcast.fm/itunes1699875966/male-cartel ​YouTube: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@MaleCartel/podcasts⁠⁠⁠⁠ Find the Male Cartel Online: ​Malecartel.com ​Facebook.com/malecartel ​Instagram.com/malecartel ​Twitter.com/malecartel ​Threads.net/malecartel  Find Nick Online: ​Facebook.com/nickcarnes ​Instagram.com/ncarnes ​Twitter.com/nickcarnes ​Threads.net/ncarnes  Find Shane Online: ​Facebook.com/shane.padgett ​Instagram.com/shanepadgett  Twitter.com/shanepadgett

This bonus episode of The Male Cartel is a live recording during the Family Focus Sunday Q&A at Hope Church, in Augusta, GA. During this event, Shane and Nick answered questions about marriage, parenting, and life as followers of Jesus. In This Episode: Kingdom Sexuality: https://linktr.ee/kingdomsexuality Intended for Pleasure Book: https://www.christianbook.com/intended-pleasure-technique-fulfillment-christian-marriage/ed-wheat/9780800741013/pd/741018? Various Parenting Books: https://www.wtsbooks.com/collections/parenting CONTACT US: For feedback, questions, or interview requests, email us: ⁠[email protected]⁠  Thank you for listening and for being a part of the Male Cartel! If you have benefited from this episode, or the podcast as a whole, please be sure to follow/subscribe to the podcast, share the episodes, and leave a rating and/or review.  The Male Cartel is available on multiple platforms: ​Spotify: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/male-cartel ​Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/male-cartel/id1699875966 ​Overcast: https://overcast.fm/itunes1699875966/male-cartel ​YouTube: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@MaleCartel/podcasts⁠⁠⁠⁠ Find the Male Cartel Online: ​Malecartel.com ​Facebook.com/malecartel ​Instagram.com/malecartel ​Twitter.com/malecartel ​Threads.net/malecartel  Find Nick Online: ​Facebook.com/nickcarnes ​Instagram.com/ncarnes ​Twitter.com/nickcarnes ​Threads.net/ncarnes  Find Shane Online: ​Facebook.com/shane.padgett ​Instagram.com/shanepadgett  Twitter.com/shanepadgett

In this festive Christmas episode of The Male Cartel, Shane and Nick dive into a range of topics, including their Top 5 Gift Ideas for Men and a meaningful challenge for the guys during the Christmas season. Plus, they present the "Mansectomy" and "Flex Your Pecks" awards. Don't miss this lively and thought-provoking Christmas edition! CONTACT US: For feedback, questions, or interview requests, email us: ⁠[email protected]⁠ Thank you for listening and for being a part of the Male Cartel! If you have benefited from this episode, or the podcast as a whole, please be sure to follow/subscribe to the podcast, share the episodes, and leave a rating and/or review.  The Male Cartel is available on multiple platforms: ​Spotify: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/male-cartel ​Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/male-cartel/id1699875966 ​Overcast: https://overcast.fm/itunes1699875966/male-cartel ​YouTube: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@MaleCartel/podcasts⁠⁠⁠⁠ Find the Male Cartel Online: ​Malecartel.com ​Facebook.com/malecartel ​Instagram.com/malecartel ​Twitter.com/malecartel ​Threads.net/malecartel  Find Nick Online: ​Facebook.com/nickcarnes ​Instagram.com/ncarnes ​Twitter.com/nickcarnes ​Threads.net/ncarnes  Find Shane Online: ​Facebook.com/shane.padgett ​Instagram.com/shanepadgett  Twitter.com/shanepadgett

In Episode 31, as they prepare for Thanksgiving, Nick and Shane discuss the importance for men to lead the way in gratitude. In this Episode: Matt Walsh on Sick Days | https://www.mediamatters.org/matt-walsh/matt-walsh-taking-sick-day-adult-should-be-pretty-embarrassing-you CONTACT US: For feedback, questions, or interview requests, email us: ⁠[email protected]⁠ Thank you for listening and for being a part of the Male Cartel! If you have benefited from this episode, or the podcast as a whole, please be sure to follow/subscribe to the podcast, share the episodes, and leave a rating and/or review.  The Male Cartel is available on multiple platforms: ​Spotify: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/male-cartel ​Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/male-cartel/id1699875966 ​Overcast: https://overcast.fm/itunes1699875966/male-cartel ​YouTube: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@MaleCartel/podcasts⁠⁠⁠⁠ Find the Male Cartel Online: ​Malecartel.com ​Facebook.com/malecartel ​Instagram.com/malecartel ​Twitter.com/malecartel ​Threads.net/malecartel  Find Nick Online: ​Facebook.com/nickcarnes ​Instagram.com/ncarnes ​Twitter.com/nickcarnes ​Threads.net/ncarnes  Find Shane Online: ​Facebook.com/shane.padgett ​Instagram.com/shanepadgett  Twitter.com/shanepadgett

In Episode 30, Nick and Shane discuss the reason Donald Trump got elected, the health condition of an important member of the Male Cartel, and the one thing every man should be prepared for. In This Episode: Bonus | The Election Episode: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/male-cartel/episodes/BONUS--The-Election-Episode-e2qd7ln CONTACT US: For feedback, questions, or interview requests, email us: ⁠[email protected]⁠ Thank you for listening and for being a part of the Male Cartel! If you have benefited from this episode, or the podcast as a whole, please be sure to follow/subscribe to the podcast, share the episodes, and leave a rating and/or review.  The Male Cartel is available on multiple platforms: ​Spotify: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/male-cartel ​Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/male-cartel/id1699875966 ​Overcast: https://overcast.fm/itunes1699875966/male-cartel ​YouTube: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@MaleCartel/podcasts⁠⁠⁠⁠ Find the Male Cartel Online: ​Malecartel.com ​Facebook.com/malecartel ​Instagram.com/malecartel ​Twitter.com/malecartel ​Threads.net/malecartel  Find Nick Online: ​Facebook.com/nickcarnes ​Instagram.com/ncarnes ​Twitter.com/nickcarnes ​Threads.net/ncarnes  Find Shane Online: ​Facebook.com/shane.padgett ​Instagram.com/shanepadgett  Twitter.com/shanepadgett

In this bonus episode, Nick and Shane discuss the upcoming 2024 Presidential election and what's important to them as they decide who they support.

In Episode 29, Nick and Shane discuss their experience of surviving Hurricane Helene as their hometown, Augusta, GA took a direct hit. During their conversation they discuss the need to be prepared for a crisis and how to respond in the aftermath. In This Episode: Shaw Ryan Show, Episode 1 with Mike Glover: https://open.spotify.com/episode/2IrcI9Lc1d5N1a2Sz1jprN?si=Amym7btcT9eN1SRAeOEb8w Rapid Radios: http://Rapidradios.com/ CONTACT US: For feedback, questions, or interview requests, email us: ⁠[email protected]⁠ Thank you for listening and for being a part of the Male Cartel! If you have benefited from this episode, or the podcast as a whole, please be sure to follow/subscribe to the podcast, share the episodes, and leave a rating and/or review.  The Male Cartel is available on multiple platforms: ​Spotify: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/male-cartel ​Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/male-cartel/id1699875966 ​Overcast: https://overcast.fm/itunes1699875966/male-cartel ​YouTube: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@MaleCartel/podcasts⁠⁠⁠⁠ Find the Male Cartel Online: ​Malecartel.com ​Facebook.com/malecartel ​Instagram.com/malecartel ​Twitter.com/malecartel ​Threads.net/malecartel  Find Nick Online: ​Facebook.com/nickcarnes ​Instagram.com/ncarnes ​Twitter.com/nickcarnes ​Threads.net/ncarnes  Find Shane Online: ​Facebook.com/shane.padgett ​Instagram.com/shanepadgett  Twitter.com/shanepadgett

In episode 28 Shane and Nick discuss a man's responsibility to lead in his home. In this episode: Text and Context Podcast: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5XHrzpnqsnhUCelEffRwJG?si=e9de51b79c324034 Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/text-and-context/id1767854699 CONTACT US: For feedback, questions, or interview requests, email us: ⁠[email protected]⁠ Thank you for listening and for being a part of the Male Cartel! If you have benefited from this episode, or the podcast as a whole, please be sure to follow/subscribe to the podcast, share the episodes, and leave a rating and/or review.  The Male Cartel is available on multiple platforms: ​Spotify: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/male-cartel ​Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/male-cartel/id1699875966 ​Overcast: https://overcast.fm/itunes1699875966/male-cartel ​YouTube: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@MaleCartel/podcasts⁠⁠⁠⁠ Find the Male Cartel Online: ​Malecartel.com ​Facebook.com/malecartel ​Instagram.com/malecartel ​Twitter.com/malecartel ​Threads.net/malecartel  Find Nick Online: ​Facebook.com/nickcarnes ​Instagram.com/ncarnes ​Twitter.com/nickcarnes ​Threads.net/ncarnes  Find Shane Online: ​Facebook.com/shane.padgett ​Instagram.com/shanepadgett  Twitter.com/shanepadgett

After almost a month off, Nick and Shane are back with episode 27 and a discussion on what it means to be a respectable man. In this episode: Men of Valor 2025 Early Bird Tickets: https://www.movministries.org/authenticregistration CONTACT US: For feedback, questions, or interview requests, email us: ⁠[email protected]⁠ Thank you for listening and for being a part of the Male Cartel! If you have benefited from this episode, or the podcast as a whole, please be sure to follow/subscribe to the podcast, share the episodes, and leave a rating and/or review.  The Male Cartel is available on multiple platforms: ​Spotify: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/male-cartel ​Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/male-cartel/id1699875966 ​Overcast: https://overcast.fm/itunes1699875966/male-cartel ​YouTube: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@MaleCartel/podcasts⁠⁠⁠⁠ Find the Male Cartel Online: ​Malecartel.com ​Facebook.com/malecartel ​Instagram.com/malecartel ​Twitter.com/malecartel ​Threads.net/malecartel  Find Nick Online: ​Facebook.com/nickcarnes ​Instagram.com/ncarnes ​Twitter.com/nickcarnes ​Threads.net/ncarnes  Find Shane Online: ​Facebook.com/shane.padgett ​Instagram.com/shanepadgett  Twitter.com/shanepadgett

In Episode 26, Shane and Nick tackle the gender controversy in Women's Boxing at the 2024 Olympics, in France. They also discuss the value of delayed gratification in a culture that is so heavily tempted by immediate gratification. What are some of the pitfalls of instant gratification and how can someone avoid them?  In this episode:  Instant Gratification and "Entitlement" among Millennials by Simon Sinek: https://www.youtube.com/shorts/VB0HGv8zjMg  Importance of Delaying Gratification by Andrew Huberman  CONTACT US: For feedback, questions, or interview requests, email us: ⁠[email protected]⁠  Thank you for listening and for being a part of the Male Cartel! If you have benefited from this episode, or the podcast as a whole, please be sure to follow/subscribe to the podcast, share the episodes, and leave a rating and/or review.  The Male Cartel is available on multiple platforms: Spotify: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/sh...  Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...  Overcast: https://overcast.fm/itunes1699875966/... • YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLj17FDHU5eoZiShoUD69Jixv8iLb2Nv3J More: https://malecartel.com/podcast/  Find the Male Cartel Online: Malecartel.com Facebook.com/malecartel Instagram.com/malecartel Twitter.com/malecartel Threads.net/malecartel  Find Nick Online: Facebook.com/nickcarnes Instagram.com/ncarnes Twitter.com/nickcarnes Threads.net/ncarnes  Find Shane Online: Facebook.com/shane.padgett  Instagram.com/shanepadgett  Twitter.com/shanepadgett

Celebrate one year of the Male Cartel Podcast with Nick, Shane, and special guest, Producer Carrel! Nick and Shane finally got Producer Carrel behind the mic and was able to ask him some important questions the cartel are dying to know about him. Plus, our nation just came mere centimeters from a national tragedy with the attempted assignation of former President Donald Trump. Shane and Nick discuss the event and what men should fight for. IN THIS EPISODE: Dr. Jordan Peterson interviews Elon Musk: https://www.dailywire.com/episode/dr-peterson-x-elon-musk CONTACT US: For feedback, questions, or interview requests, email us: ⁠[email protected]⁠ Thank you for listening and for being a part of the Male Cartel!   If you have benefited from this episode, or the podcast as a whole, please be sure to follow/subscribe to the podcast, share the episodes, and leave a rating and/or review.   The Male Cartel is available on multiple platforms: • Spotify: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/male-cartel   • Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/male-cartel/id1699875966  • Overcast: https://overcast.fm/itunes1699875966/male-cartel  • YouTube: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@MaleCartel/podcasts⁠⁠⁠⁠ • More: https://malecartel.com/podcast/    Find the Male Cartel Online:  • Malecartel.com • Facebook.com/malecartel  • Instagram.com/malecartel  • Twitter.com/malecartel  • Threads.net/malecartel    Find Nick Online:  • Facebook.com/nickcarnes   • Instagram.com/ncarnes  • Twitter.com/nickcarnes   • Threads.net/ncarnes    Find Shane Online: • Facebook.com/shane.padgett • Instagram.com/shanepadgett • Twitter.com/shanepadgett

In episode 24, Nick and Shane bring their journey to find a Toyota Tundra to an end. Throughout their journey they learned some important lessons that they share during their conversation. Most men have heard "Alpha" male, "Beta" male, and "Sigma" male, but did you know it is said that there are approximately 7 types of men? Shane and Nick discuss the different types of men and what is most important when it comes to the type of man you are. IN THIS EPISODE: A Guide to the different types of men: https://www.wikihow.com/Male-Personality-Types Women Have Questions - Jeff Foxworthy: https://youtu.be/H-9xIRe0VdA?si=givG_WUuxVYFfP_9 NOTE: Men of Valor Conference (August 22-24, 2024), in Black Mountain, NC: https://www.movministries.org Come meet Nick, Shane, Monte Hubbard, and Ryan Gill in person! CONTACT US: For feedback, questions, or interview requests, email us: ⁠[email protected]⁠ Thank you for listening and for being a part of the Male Cartel!   If you have benefited from this episode, or the podcast as a whole, please be sure to follow/subscribe to the podcast, share the episodes, and leave a rating and/or review.   The Male Cartel is available on multiple platforms: • Spotify: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/male-cartel   • Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/male-cartel/id1699875966  • Overcast: https://overcast.fm/itunes1699875966/male-cartel  • YouTube: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@MaleCartel/podcasts⁠⁠⁠⁠ • More: https://malecartel.com/podcast/    Find the Male Cartel Online:  • Malecartel.com • Facebook.com/malecartel  • Instagram.com/malecartel  • Twitter.com/malecartel  • Threads.net/malecartel    Find Nick Online:  • Facebook.com/nickcarnes   • Instagram.com/ncarnes  • Twitter.com/nickcarnes   • Threads.net/ncarnes    Find Shane Online: • Facebook.com/shane.padgett • Instagram.com/shanepadgett • Twitter.com/shanepadgett

It's been a few weeks, but Shane and Nick are back with an all new episode! In episode 23, Shane and Nick catch up from Father's Day, discussing the joys and challenges of being a father. To bring the episode to a close they discuss the reality of death and what they want to be known for when their life comes to an end. NOTE: Men of Valor Conference (August 22-24, 2024), in Black Mountain, NC: https://www.movministries.org Come meet Nick, Shane, Monte Hubbard, and Ryan Gill in person! CONTACT US: For feedback, questions, or interview requests, email us: ⁠[email protected]⁠ Thank you for listening and for being a part of the Male Cartel!   If you have benefited from this episode, or the podcast as a whole, please be sure to follow/subscribe to the podcast, share the episodes, and leave a rating and/or review.   The Male Cartel is available on multiple platforms: • Spotify: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/male-cartel   • Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/male-cartel/id1699875966  • Overcast: https://overcast.fm/itunes1699875966/male-cartel  • YouTube: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@MaleCartel/podcasts⁠⁠⁠⁠ • More: https://malecartel.com/podcast/    Find the Male Cartel Online:  • Malecartel.com • Facebook.com/malecartel  • Instagram.com/malecartel  • Twitter.com/malecartel  • Threads.net/malecartel    Find Nick Online:  • Facebook.com/nickcarnes   • Instagram.com/ncarnes  • Twitter.com/nickcarnes   • Threads.net/ncarnes    Find Shane Online: • Facebook.com/shane.padgett • Instagram.com/shanepadgett • Twitter.com/shanepadgett

Is Shane responsible for Nick's truck getting totaled? They discuss how everything went down in episode 22. They also tackle the unintentional legacy some men might not even know they're leaving. NOTE: Men of Valor Conference (August 22-24, 2024), in Black Mountain, NC: https://www.movministries.org Come meet Nick, Shane, Monte Hubbard, and Ryan Gill in person! CONTACT US: For feedback, questions, or interview requests, email us: ⁠[email protected]⁠ Thank you for listening and for being a part of the Male Cartel!   If you have benefited from this episode, or the podcast as a whole, please be sure to follow/subscribe to the podcast, share the episodes, and leave a rating and/or review.   The Male Cartel is available on multiple platforms: • Spotify: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/male-cartel   • Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/male-cartel/id1699875966  • Overcast: https://overcast.fm/itunes1699875966/male-cartel  • YouTube: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@MaleCartel/podcasts⁠⁠⁠⁠ • More: https://malecartel.com/podcast/    Find the Male Cartel Online:  • Malecartel.com • Facebook.com/malecartel  • Instagram.com/malecartel  • Twitter.com/malecartel  • Threads.net/malecartel    Find Nick Online:  • Facebook.com/nickcarnes   • Instagram.com/ncarnes  • Twitter.com/nickcarnes   • Threads.net/ncarnes    Find Shane Online: • Facebook.com/shane.padgett • Instagram.com/shanepadgett • Twitter.com/shanepadgett

In this episode, Nick and Shane share how Mother's Day 2024 went and some of their failures as men when it comes to giving gifts to the ladies in their life. They also tackle some of the recent events with the Boy Scouts moving away from their original mission, and discuss men who look for the easy button to take shortcuts in life. NOTE: Men of Valor Conference (August 22-24, 2024), in Black Mountain, NC: https://www.movministries.org Come meet Nick, Shane, Monte Hubbard, and Ryan Gill in person! CONTACT US: For feedback, questions, or interview requests, email us: ⁠[email protected]⁠ Thank you for listening and for being a part of the Male Cartel!   If you have benefited from this episode, or the podcast as a whole, please be sure to follow/subscribe to the podcast, share the episodes, and leave a rating and/or review.   The Male Cartel is available on multiple platforms: • Spotify: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/male-cartel   • Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/male-cartel/id1699875966  • Overcast: https://overcast.fm/itunes1699875966/male-cartel  • YouTube: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@MaleCartel/podcasts⁠⁠⁠⁠ • More: https://malecartel.com/podcast/    Find the Male Cartel Online:  • Malecartel.com • Facebook.com/malecartel  • Instagram.com/malecartel  • Twitter.com/malecartel  • Threads.net/malecartel    Find Nick Online:  • Facebook.com/nickcarnes   • Instagram.com/ncarnes  • Twitter.com/nickcarnes   • Threads.net/ncarnes    Find Shane Online: • Facebook.com/shane.padgett • Instagram.com/shanepadgett • Twitter.com/shanepadgett

Celebrate the 20th Episode of the Male Cartel with Nick and Shane! In this episode, Nick and Shane are joined by special guest, Monte Hubbard, who has been a part of the Male Cartel since its inception. Monte shares his life story and what led to the transformation he's experienced over the past several years. Mentioned in this Episode: Men of Valor Conference (August 22-24, 2024), in Black Mountain, NC: https://www.movministries.org Come meet Nick, Shane, Monte Hubbard, and former guest, Ryan Gill in person! CONTACT US: For feedback, questions, or interview requests, email us: ⁠[email protected]⁠ Thank you for listening and for being a part of the Male Cartel!   If you have benefited from this episode, or the podcast as a whole, please be sure to follow/subscribe to the podcast, share the episodes, and leave a rating and/or review.   The Male Cartel is available on multiple platforms: • Spotify: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/male-cartel   • Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/male-cartel/id1699875966  • Overcast: https://overcast.fm/itunes1699875966/male-cartel  • YouTube: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@MaleCartel/podcasts⁠⁠⁠⁠ • More: https://malecartel.com/podcast/    Find the Male Cartel Online:  • Malecartel.com • Facebook.com/malecartel  • Instagram.com/malecartel  • Twitter.com/malecartel  • Threads.net/malecartel    Find Nick Online:  • Facebook.com/nickcarnes   • Instagram.com/ncarnes  • Twitter.com/nickcarnes   • Threads.net/ncarnes    Find Shane Online: • Facebook.com/shane.padgett • Instagram.com/shanepadgett • Twitter.com/shanepadgett

In Episode 19 Nick and Shane discuss several current headlines concerning manhood. Throughout their discussion, one theme continuously resonates: Be a Genuine Man. CONTACT US: For feedback, questions, or interview requests, email us: ⁠[email protected]⁠ Thank you for listening and for being a part of the Male Cartel!   If you have benefited from this episode, or the podcast as a whole, please be sure to follow/subscribe to the podcast, share the episodes, and leave a rating and/or review.   The Male Cartel is available on multiple platforms: Spotify: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/male-cartel   Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/male-cartel/id1699875966 - Overcast: https://overcast.fm/itunes1699875966/male-cartel  YouTube: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@MaleCartel/podcasts⁠⁠⁠⁠   More: https://malecartel.com/podcast/    Find the Male Cartel Online:  • Malecartel.com • Facebook.com/malecartel  • Instagram.com/malecartel  • Twitter.com/malecartel  Threads.net/malecartel    Find Nick Online:  • Facebook.com/nickcarnes   • Instagram.com/ncarnes  • Twitter.com/nickcarnes   • Threads.net/ncarnes    Find Shane Online: • Facebook.com/shane.padgett • Instagram.com/shanepadgett • Twitter.com/shanepadgett

After an extra week off for Easter, Nick and Shane are back with Episode 18. During this episode, Nick and Shane tackle ten of their top leadership principles that every man should know and adopt into their leadership roles, whether you are leading just yourself, leading your family, or leading an organization. These principles will help you get 1% better regardless of the size and scope of your leadership role. CONTACT US: For feedback, questions, or interview requests, email us: ⁠[email protected]⁠ Thank you for listening and for being a part of the Male Cartel!   If you have benefited from this episode, or the podcast as a whole, please be sure to follow/subscribe to the podcast, share the episodes, and leave a rating and/or review.   The Male Cartel is available on multiple platforms: Spotify: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/male-cartel   Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/male-cartel/id1699875966 - Overcast: https://overcast.fm/itunes1699875966/male-cartel  YouTube: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@MaleCartel/podcasts⁠⁠⁠⁠   More: https://malecartel.com/podcast/    Find the Male Cartel Online:  Malecartel.com Facebook.com/malecartel  Instagram.com/malecartel  Twitter.com/malecartel  Threads.net/malecartel    Find Nick Online:  Facebook.com/nickcarnes   Instagram.com/ncarnes  Twitter.com/nickcarnes   Threads.net/ncarnes    Find Shane Online: Facebook.com/shane.padgett Instagram.com/shanepadgett Twitter.com/shanepadgett

In episode 17, Nick and Shane discuss the debt epidemic in households throughout the United States and beneficial solutions to help men take the lead in their homes and in being good stewards of their finances. In addition, they tackle a few other topics as they catch up from episode 16. CONTACT US: For feedback, questions, or interview requests, email us: ⁠[email protected]⁠ Thank you for listening and for being a part of the Male Cartel!  If you have benefited from this episode, or the podcast as a whole, please be sure to follow/subscribe to the podcast, share the episodes, and leave a rating and/or review.  The Male Cartel is available on multiple platforms: Spotify: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/male-cartel  Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/male-cartel/id1699875966 - Overcast: https://overcast.fm/itunes1699875966/male-cartel YouTube: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@MaleCartel/podcasts⁠⁠⁠⁠  More: https://malecartel.com/podcast/   Find the Male Cartel Online:  Malecartel.com Facebook.com/malecartel Instagram.com/malecartel Twitter.com/malecartel Threads.net/malecartel   Find Nick Online:  Facebook.com/nickcarnes  Instagram.com/ncarnes Twitter.com/nickcarnes  Threads.net/ncarnes   Find Shane Online: Facebook.com/shane.padgett Instagram.com/shanepadgett Twitter.com/shanepadgett

In episode 16, Nick and Shane discuss the phenomenon known as "quiet quitters" and how the concept plays out in the life of men in various capacities. They also discuss some bathroom business, and the Laken Riley murder in Athens, GA. CONTACT US: For feedback, questions, or interview requests, email us: ⁠[email protected]⁠ Thank you for listening and for being a part of the Male Cartel!  If you have benefited from this episode, or the podcast as a whole, please be sure to follow/subscribe to the podcast, share the episodes, and leave a rating and/or review.  The Male Cartel is available on multiple platforms:   Spotify: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/male-cartel  Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/male-cartel/id1699875966 - Overcast: https://overcast.fm/itunes1699875966/male-cartel YouTube: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@MaleCartel/podcasts⁠⁠⁠⁠  More: https://malecartel.com/podcast/   Find the Male Cartel Online:  Malecartel.com Facebook.com/malecartel Instagram.com/malecartel Twitter.com/malecartel Threads.net/malecartel   Find Nick Online:  Facebook.com/nickcarnes  Instagram.com/ncarnes Twitter.com/nickcarnes  Threads.net/ncarnes    Find Shane Online: Facebook.com/shane.padgett Instagram.com/shanepadgett Twitter.com/shanepadgett

In episode 15 (season 2, episode 4) Nick and Shane conclude their multi-episode response to an article by The Good Men Project. Are the roles of men changing? Can they be changed? As society shifts in their beliefs, does that mean so do the realities of men and women? Manhood and womanhood? Dive in with us as we begin this conversation.  Mentioned in this Episode: A view of how Carrel would react if Nick was wounded with blood: https://www.instagram.com/p/C3VKeFvI-nL/ Men of Valor: https://www.movministries.org/ Man Up Monday (Shane's Devotion): https://youtu.be/Ibx3pJUhg60?si=iV9LrW1V819OF6vr CONTACT US: For feedback, questions, or interview requests, email us: ⁠[email protected]⁠ Thank you for listening and for being a part of the Male Cartel!  If you have benefited from this episode, or the podcast as a whole, please be sure to follow/subscribe to the podcast, share the episodes, and leave a rating and/or review.  The Male Cartel is available on multiple platforms:   Spotify: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/male-cartel  Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/male-cartel/id1699875966 - Overcast: https://overcast.fm/itunes1699875966/male-cartel YouTube: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@MaleCartel/podcasts⁠⁠⁠  More: https://malecartel.com/podcast/   Find the Male Cartel Online:  Malecartel.com Facebook.com/malecartel Instagram.com/malecartel Twitter.com/malecartel Threads.net/malecartel   Find Nick Online:  Facebook.com/nickcarnes  Instagram.com/ncarnes Twitter.com/nickcarnes  Threads.net/ncarnes    Find Shane Online: Facebook.com/shane.padgett Instagram.com/shanepadgett Twitter.com/shanepadgett

In episode 14 (season 2, episode 3) Nick and Shane continue their multi-episode response to an article by The Good Men Project. Are the roles of men changing? Can they be changed? As society shifts in their beliefs, does that mean so do the realities of men and women? Manhood and womanhood? Dive in with us as we begin this conversation.  Mentioned in this Episode: Jordan Peterson on the Importance of Men: https://www.instagram.com/reel/CuOUQFCu_UE/?igshid=OGIzYTJhMTRmYQ%3D%3D CONTACT US: For feedback, questions, or interview requests, email us: ⁠[email protected]⁠ Thank you for listening and for being a part of the Male Cartel!  If you have benefited from this episode, or the podcast as a whole, please be sure to follow/subscribe to the podcast, share the episodes, and leave a rating and/or review.  The Male Cartel is available on multiple platforms:   Spotify: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/male-cartel  Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/male-cartel/id1699875966 - Overcast: https://overcast.fm/itunes1699875966/male-cartel YouTube: ⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@MaleCartel/podcasts⁠⁠  More: https://malecartel.com/podcast/   Find the Male Cartel Online:  Malecartel.com Facebook.com/malecartel Instagram.com/malecartel Twitter.com/malecartel Threads.net/malecartel   Find Nick Online:  Facebook.com/nickcarnes  Instagram.com/ncarnes Twitter.com/nickcarnes  Threads.net/ncarnes    Find Shane Online: Facebook.com/shane.padgett Instagram.com/shanepadgett Twitter.com/shanepadgett

In episode 13 (season 2, episode 2) Shane and Nick begin a multi-episode response to an article by The Good Men Project. Are the roles of men changing? Can they be changed? As society shifts in their beliefs, does that mean so do the realities of men and women? Manhood and womanhood? Dive in with us as we begin this conversation. Mentioned in this Episode: "Guy on a Buffalo" https://youtu.be/iJ4T9CQA0UM?si=dzi-OIFtzPIP6LH8 CONTACT US: For feedback, questions, or interview requests, email us: ⁠[email protected]⁠ Thank you for listening and for being a part of the Male Cartel!  If you have benefited from this episode, or the podcast as a whole, please be sure to follow/subscribe to the podcast, share the episodes, and leave a rating and/or review.  The Male Cartel is available on multiple platforms:   Spotify: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/male-cartel Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/male-cartel/id1699875966 - Overcast: https://overcast.fm/itunes1699875966/male-cartel YouTube: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/@MaleCartel/podcasts⁠  More: https://malecartel.com/podcast/  Find the Male Cartel Online:  Malecartel.com Facebook.com/malecartel Instagram.com/malecartel Twitter.com/malecartel Threads.net/malecartel   Find Nick Online:  Facebook.com/nickcarnes  Instagram.com/ncarnes Twitter.com/nickcarnes Threads.net/ncarnes    Find Shane Online: Facebook.com/shane.padgett Instagram.com/shanepadgett Twitter.com/shanepadgett

In this episode of the Male Cartel Podcast, Nick and Shane kickoff the new year with a well rounded discussion on how men can get 1% better this year. As a bonus, along with that discussion, they share how you can start and maintain a fitness plan that will last you well beyond a month or two. Mentioned in this Episode: - Your Muscles are a Pharmacy for Hope Molecules: https://www.instagram.com/reel/C0jk4flM4IL/?igsh=cTZ3enN1NDZjbGpr For feedback, questions, or interview requests, email us: ⁠[email protected]⁠ Thank you for listening and for being a part of the Male Cartel! If you have benefited from this episode, or the podcast as a whole, please be sure to follow/subscribe to the podcast, share the episodes, and leave a rating and/or review. The Male Cartel is available on multiple platforms:  - Spotify: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/male-cartel - Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/male-cartel/id1699875966 - Overcast: https://overcast.fm/itunes1699875966/male-cartel - YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@MaleCartel/podcasts - More: https://malecartel.com/podcast/  Find the Male Cartel Online:  - Malecartel.com   - Facebook.com/malecartel - Instagram.com/malecartel - Twitter.com/malecartel - Threads.net/malecartel  Find Nick Online: - Facebook.com/nickcarnes  - Instagram.com/ncarnes - Twitter.com/nickcarnes - Threads.net/ncarnes   Find Shane Online:  - Facebook.com/shane.padgett  - Instagram.com/shanepadgett   - Twitter.com/shanepadgett

Episode 11 of the Male Cartel Podcast is a special Christmas edition. Nick and Shane share memories of Christmas growing up, discuss National Signing Day for the NCAA, and have a conversation around the gifts and talents of men and how they can and should use their gifts to serve other people and to build the next generation of men. Mentioned in this episode: Men After God Podcast: https://www.menaftergod.org/ Shane's Microphone GoFundMe: https://www.gofundme.com/f/shanes-microphone For feedback, questions, or interview requests, email us: ⁠[email protected]⁠ Thank you for listening and for being a part of the Male Cartel! If you have benefited from this episode, or the podcast as a whole, please be sure to follow/subscribe to the podcast, share the episodes, and leave a rating and/or review. The Male Cartel is also available on multiple platforms:  Spotify: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/male-cartel Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/male-cartel/id1699875966 Overcast: https://overcast.fm/itunes1699875966/male-cartel YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@MaleCartel/podcastsMore: https://malecartel.com/podcast/  Find the Male Cartel Online:  Malecartel.com   Facebook.com/malecartel Instagram.com/malecartel Twitter.com/malecartel Threads.net/malecartel  Find Nick Online: Facebook.com/nickcarnes  Instagram.com/ncarnes Twitter.com/nickcarnes Threads.net/ncarnes   Find Shane Online:  Facebook.com/shane.padgett  Instagram.com/shanepadgett   Twitter.com/shanepadgett