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There is a pouch size for every package, gentlemen, and today we're handing out the map. Tilghman and I go drawer by drawer — A, B, C, and D — so you stop guessing and start knowing. Fair warning: there's a mannequin involved, and Tilghman says something about a "pinhouse."In this episode:- The A-Pouch: a lower-profile fit for guys who don't want the bulge- The B-Pouch: our best-seller, built for real separation and everyday wear- The C-Pouch: more room on the mannequin, our second-best seller- The D-Pouch: max room, built for guys who keep "bottoming out" elsewhere- This week's drop: V-Fly Briefs in Lemon Icing, Peach Dust, and Nimbus CloudFour pouch sizes, one mannequin, zero shame. Next week: Calvin Klein versus Real Men Apparel, and yes, we know exactly how biased that sounds.---New episodes every Monday.Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@realmenapparelcompany/videosShop Real Men Apparel: https://rmac.store/Listen to this episode next: https://open.spotify.com/episode/1Sp1WSTWTEBv7WNWxMcOv3

⬇️ Your Underwear Opinions Are Chaotic. We Love It.https://open.spotify.com/episode/1Sp1WSTWTEBv7WNWxMcOv3?si=jtbDfbiWRhuySa6py8qKPgInYou asked for it. You literally commented it. So we went to Target, grabbed a three-pack of Pair of Thieves modal boxer briefs, and wore them for a week. Tilghman moved heavy furniture in them. Chris hiked a hill in them. Neither of them made it through without a Gold Bond run and some readjusting. Here's the full debrief.In this episode:- Intro + this week's question: socks with sandals or sandals without?- The Pair of Thieves week: both verdicts, day by day- The structural problem: soft fabric, nowhere to go- Side-by-side comparison: Pair of Thieves vs. Real Men pouch on camera- New colorways, the ranking, and why there's no excuse not to try Real MenModal fabric is soft. We'll give them that. But soft without structure is just a really comfortable problem.Next episode, we're trying Calvin Klein. God help us.---New episodes every Monday.Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@realmenapparelcompany/videosShop Real Men Apparel: https://rmac.store/Listen to this episode next: https://open.spotify.com/episode/1Sp1WSTWTEBv7WNWxMcOv3?si=jtbDfbiWRhuySa6py8qKPgIn

⬇️ We Dropped our Seamlesshttps://open.spotify.com/episode/1Sp1WSTWTEBv7WNWxMcOv3?si=jtbDfbiWRhuySa6py8qKPgIn This EpisodeYou came through with the comments — brand recs, military horror stories, a price breakdown that completely reframes the "but it's cheaper" argument, and one truly inspired tagline suggestion we may actually steal. Chris and Tilghman read them all live and somehow ended up with homework: they're going back to the store to try more budget brands and rank them on a comfort scale.In this episode:- Tilghman's official review of Hanes week: "Probably the hardest week of my life"- Chris's Air Force basic training underwear trauma and why he still thinks about it- The case for Calvin Klein briefs as the best commercial option — and whether it's worth a dedicated review- Duluth Trading Company, Jockey, Saxx, Pair of Thieves — your recommendations, their honest reactions- The pouch mechanics breakdown: tucked vs. lifted, and why ABCD sizing exists in the first place- Why "$13 vs $23" is the wrong comparison — and the cost-per-wear math that actually matters- What's coming next: a store challenge where they pick different brands and rank them on comfortChuck Sterling's take: there's no wrong answer in the underwear conversation. There's just underwear you've already forgotten you're wearing, and everything else.---New episodes every Monday.Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@realmenapparelcompany/videosShop Real Men Apparel: https://rmac.store/

⬇️ From Tighty Whities to Pouch Underwear - Underwear History Pt. 2https://youtu.be/DuOw0MLYvAsWe wore Walmart underwear for a full week so you don't have to — and neither of us made it. One pair got ripped off in a restaurant bathroom. The other turned a bowling night into a masterclass in public readjustment. This episode is a live field test of big-box underwear vs. what men actually deserve, plus the launch of the Real Men V-Fly Briefs.Key moments:0:00 - Welcome to Real Men Real Talk + the Hanes challenge1:22 - Tilghman's Walmart run: he wanted soft, he got sandpaper2:00 - "It's been 84 years" — the itching begins2:45 - Bowling with friends who know you as the underwear guy3:07 - The bathroom rip-off3:49 - Chris's brief experiment and the high school itch flashback6:31 - The fly situation: it's a maze, not a feature6:57 - The Roman loincloth theory: more fabric ≠ more support7:15 - Real Men's size-inclusive advantage: XS to 5XL, A to D pouch8:24 - The V-Fly Briefs drop: $39 for a 3-pack, a penthouse for your junkThis is the episode that proves your discomfort isn't normal — it's just what decades of big-box marketing trained you to accept.Practical Applications:* Constant readjusting isn't a you problem — it's an underwear problem* More fabric without structure is just a loincloth with a waistband* Real Men fits you at every size, every season — same brand, XS to 5XL, A to D pouchLast week we covered underwear history. This week we lived it. The wrong way. On purpose.Join our community:Website: https://rmac.store Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/real_men_apparel_company Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RealMenApparelCompany#WalmartUnderwear #HanesReview #MensUnderwear #PouchUnderwear #RealMen #RealMenRealTalk #UnderwearReview #VFlyBriefs #RealMenApparel #ComfortMatters #MensHealth #UnderwearBrands #BigBoxUnderwear #UnderwearTest #MensFashion

⬇️ History of Underwear Part 2https://open.spotify.com/episode/0DbKaU7bPHVzgbliekDBmb?si=770a920e1a494493The wait is over. The RMAC Seamless Brief is officially here — and it's the world's largest pouch seamless brief on the market. Bar none. Nobody has this construction. Chris and Tilghman walk through every detail live, then put it head-to-head against As We Move on a mannequin to show exactly what "accommodating" is supposed to mean.Key moments:0:00 - Welcome to Real Men Real Talk Live and the big announcement0:12 - Seamless Brief revealed: world's largest pouch, exclusive to Real Men1:00 - Future Chris drops in: launching Thursday, May 282:00 - Fabric breakdown: 74% nylon, 26% spandex — same as the Seamless Thong2:45 - Thin pouch design, heat-formed seams, and the unfinished edge explained3:15 - The "barely there" feel — what zero seam digging actually means5:00 - Jared's return policy: too generous to change, apparently5:20 - How to break in seamless seams the right way (the leather boot method)7:37 - Care instructions you actually need to follow this time — no hot dryer, gentlemen8:52 - As We Move comparison begins on the mannequin11:50 - "I could play a tune on that thing" — tension test results say it all12:45 - 100% satisfaction guarantee and what's coming nextThe Seamless Brief brings everything RMAC is known for — Real Pouch support, thoughtful construction, and fit that's actually built for real men — into the slimmest, softest brief we've ever made.Join our community:Website: https://rmac.store Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/real_men_apparel_company Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RealMenApparelCompany#seamlessbrief #realmenapparelcompany #pouchunderwear #mensunderwear #underwearlaunch #seamlessunderwear #realmenrealtalk #menscomfort #underwearreview #realpouch #aswemove #masculinity #selfimprovement #menslifestyle #christianentrepreneur #underwear #menstyle #menshealth #productlaunch #supportwhereneedsmatters

Part 2 of the History of Men's Underwear picks up where we left off - past the loincloth era and straight into tighty whities, Marky Mark, Calvin Klein, sagging culture, and how pouch underwear quietly became the most functional upgrade men never knew they needed.Key moments: 0:28 - Quick recap: loincloths, status symbols, and the Y-fly origin story 1:41 - Tighty whities: the 12-pack Walmart era and Air Force waistband complaints 3:58 - Underwear as fashion statement: color, style, and the 80s shift 5:17 - Sagging culture and the waistband-above-the-jeans moment 6:54 - Calvin Klein capitalizes on low-riding jeans with bold branding 9:37 - The boutique underwear underground: 2(x)ist, Gregg Homme, and others 10:50 - Why pouch underwear isn't "bulge enhancing" - it's anatomically correct 11:44 - Tilghman's mirror test: "That's just where our package is supposed to be" 13:00 - Why Real Men built a family-friendly version of what boutique brands got rightThis is the episode that connects fashion history to function - and explains why most men have been unknowingly putting up with uncomfortable underwear their entire lives.Practical Applications:Your discomfort isn't normal - it's just what you've been trained to acceptPouch underwear puts you in a natural anatomical position, not an enhanced oneYou don't have to choose between comfort and a brand you'd actually share with friendsComing next week: We wear Walmart underwear for a week so you don't have to.Join our community: Website: https://rmac.store Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/real_men_apparel_company Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RealMenApparelCompany#UnderwearHistory #MensUnderwear #PouchUnderwear #CalvinKlein #RealMen #RealMenRealTalk #MensFashion #TightyWhities #UnderwearReview #MarkyMark #ComfortMatters #MensHealth #UnderwearBrands #BoutiqueUnderwear #RealMenApparel

Turns out men have always cared deeply about what's going on underneath. From Aztec loincloths that could get you executed to King Henry VIII's famously padded codpiece to the 1935 jockey brief that caused a near-riot in a Chicago blizzard — underwear has been a status symbol, a sign of honor, and a statement of power for literally thousands of years. Part 1 of 2.Key moments:0:00 - Welcome: Underwear has always been more than just underwear2:13 - The Aztec loincloth: Status, law, and the wrong tassels3:18 - Egypt's Pharaoh and the Chief of Laundry (yes, that was a real job)4:25 - The Roman standardized loincloth: The underwear of empire6:09 - Japan's Fundoshi: Honor, abdominal compression, and the 600-year Naked Man Festival7:15 - King Henry VIII and the codpiece that defies explanation8:38 - The Union Suit and Dr. Yeager's wool theory9:23 - The 1935 Y-Front: 600 pairs sold out in a Chicago blizzard. 30,000 more the following week.Join our community:Website: https://rmac.storeInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/real_men_apparel_companyFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/RealMenApparelCompany#MensUnderwear #UnderwearHistory #RealMenRealTalk #Masculinity #KingHenryVIII #Codpiece #Fundoshi #AztecHistory #RomanHistory #YFront #JockeyBriefs #MensFashionHistory #MensHealth #ComfortableUnderwear #RealMenApparel

⬇️We Ranked Every Underwear Style:https://open.spotify.com/episode/3LCRGMIIauwgvqvoVxRqRr?si=bf984215bbfc4354Size does matter — but not the way the locker room, the internet, or your imagination told you it does. Chris and Tilghman break down the actual statistics, dismantle the insecurity, and make a pretty compelling case that the content of your character is packing more heat than you think.Key moments:0:00 - Welcome + today's question: What's the craziest position you've worn your, uh… gear?1:38 - Tilghman's wrestling coach story and the walk that said everything3:18 - Locker room insecurity: why we all pretended to be bigger than we were6:00 - The actual statistics: average erect length is 5.1–5.5 inches (yes, really)8:00 - The phallic fallacy: why we compare ourselves to extremes that aren't real10:10 - What our own pouch size data says about how average we actually are12:00 - Final word: it's about the content of your heart, not the size of your junkThe guys we thought had it all figured out in high school? Turns out they were just as lost. And the dude with the best-looking girlfriend? He probably just listened really well.Join our community:Website: https://rmac.storeInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/real_men_apparel_companyFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/RealMenApparelCompany#PenisSize #MaleInsecurity #RealMenRealTalk #MensHealth #Masculinity #SizeDoesntMatter #RealMenApparel #Confidence #LockerRoomTalk #BodyImage #SelfWorth #MensMentalHealth #PouchUnderwear #ComfortableUnderwear #RealTalk

⬇️Is Pouch Underwear for Bulge Enhancement or Support?https://youtu.be/Arm7oDg5LkEThe Real Men Seamless Thong is here - and it's not like anything else on the market. Brushed nylon, buttery-soft fabric, and the largest seamless pouch available in 36 size variations. Chris and Tilghman walk you through everything you need to know, including a live side-by-side comparison that speaks for itself.Key moments:0:00 - Seamless Thong launch announcement1:22 - What makes this thong different: fabric, stretch, and pouch design4:12 - How to break in your new seamless thong (don't skip this)6:15 - Side-by-side comparison: Real Men vs. the other guysChris and Tilghman cover the fabric breakdown (76% nylon, 24% spandex), wash care tips to protect the heat-formed seams, and a hands-on comparison showing just how much more pouch space Real Men delivers over a standard seamless thong. Plus - a teaser for the next product dropping soon.Practical Applications:- Stretch your thong before first wear to loosen the heat-formed seams- Follow wash instructions - heat will undo the forming over time- 36 size variations mean there's a fit for everyone (A, B, and C pouch sizes)- D-size pouch is in development - Jared is on itJoin our community:Website: https://rmac.storeInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/real_men_apparel_companyFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/RealMenApparelCompany#SeamlessThong #MensUnderwear #RealMenRealTalk #RealMenApparelCompany #ThongForMen #MensThong #ComfortableUnderwear #PouchUnderwear #NewProduct #UnderwearLaunch #BrushedNylon #SizeInclusive #MensComfort #RealPouch #RMAC

Pouch underwear. Is it for bulge enhancement or support? Chris and Tilghman settle the debate once and for all — with mannequins, a side-by-side comparison, and a surprisingly compelling argument about hanging free.Key moments:0:52 - The question: bulge enhancement or support?3:02 - Tilghman's first impression of pouch underwear (hint: he thought it was medical)4:15 - Chris's side-by-side test: pouch vs. traditional underwear on the mannequin10:21 - Pouch sizing breakdown: who buys A, B, and C — and why it matters16:52 - "Men have been psychologically trained to think one size fits all"Spoiler: it's not about bulge enhancement. It's about what happens when everything isn't crammed between your legs for the first time. The Real Pouch System — with four dedicated pouch sizes (A, B, C, D) — gives every guy a fit that actually works for his shape and size.Join our community:Website: https://rmac.storeInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/real_men_apparel_companyFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/RealMenApparelCompany#PouchUnderwear #MensUnderwear #RealMenRealTalk #RealMenApparel #BulgeEnhancement #MensHealth #ComfortableUnderwear #PouchSizing #Masculinity #SupportUnderwear

⬇️Our Latest Drops:https://open.spotify.com/episode/6smqh7rPxVIiZ74jPCGdYo?si=a66c260f7b314c82Chris and Tilghman tackle the question they get asked more than any other: why do two straight guys spend their days talking about men's underwear? Spoiler - it turns out great underwear doesn't come with a lifestyle requirement.Key moments:0:30 - Why Chris and Tilghman are even here: the origin stories3:46 - Tilghman's journey from Hanes guy to men's underwear enthusiast6:15 - Chris's underwear rabbit hole: from fabric waistbands to boutique brands9:38 - The awkward assumptions and how to handle them with confidence12:40 - How to pitch pouch underwear to your buddies without making it weird for themLiking good underwear doesn't require a particular lifestyle - it just requires legs. Chris and Tilghman share how they went from quietly curious to confidently having the conversation, and why they think every guy deserves to know this stuff exists.Join our community:Website: https://rmac.storeInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/real_men_apparel_companyFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/RealMenApparelCompany#mensunderwear #RealMenRealTalk #PouchUnderwear #MensFashion #Masculinity #ComfortableConversations #RealMenApparel #MensHealth #StraightTalk #UnderwearReview

Check Out The Father's Guildhttps://open.spotify.com/show/7LeRRAx3WqOVqQ8drbDtR3Pat Barber of The Fathers Guild joins Chris to dig into why some men actively seek growth while others treat self-improvement like a threat. Turns out "immature" isn't an insult — it's just a starting point. And knowing the difference between fault and responsibility might be the shift that changes everything.Key Moments:0:00 - Welcome & intro: Pat Barber of The Fathers Guild3:25 - Why good men are quiet — and what that costs us6:12 - Immature vs. mature: it's not an insult, it's a spectrum10:00 - What actually moves the needle for men stuck in immaturity14:41 - Why men need other men (your wife can't do this for you)21:02 - Ignorance vs. stupidity — and the knowledge you're not living yet26:26 - What Pat is building at The Fathers Guild: retreats, hero's journey, and moreConnect with Pat Barber:Instagram / YouTube: @thefathersguildWebsite: https://thefathersguild.comJoin our community:Website: https://rmac.storeInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/real_men_apparel_companyFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/RealMenApparelCompany#Fatherhood #RealMen #Masculinity #PersonalDevelopment #MensMentalHealth #GrowthMindset #RealMenRealTalk #TheFathersGuild #PatBarber #Manhood #Accountability #SelfImprovement #MensCommunity #Leadership #FatherSon

⬇️New Drops At Real Men:https://open.spotify.com/episode/6smqh7rPxVIiZ74jPCGdYo?si=38cAMBYvS4iCGxdBgtTSfwChris and Tilghman take you on a full behind-the-scenes tour of the brand new Real Men Apparel Company warehouse — from the upgraded live stream studio to the picking floor, packing stations, and everything in between. See how your order goes from shelf to doorstep, and get a sneak peek at what's coming next for RMAC in 2026.Key moments:0:00 – Welcome & the pouch size debate1:35 – Inside the live stream studio4:13 – The Overlook: first look at the full warehouse floor6:02 – The returns area and RMAC's make-it-right policy8:04 – The office area and what's coming for design in 202610:52 – Into the aisles: how the warehouse is organized13:13 – The packing stations: how your order gets packed and shipped14:11 – Final thoughts and what's ahead for RMACJoin our community:Website: https://rmac.storeInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/real_men_apparel_companyFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/RealMenApparelCompany#RealMenApparelCompany #MensUnderwear #BehindTheScenes #WarehouseTour #ComfortableUnderwear

⬇️ We Moved! New Warehouse:https://open.spotify.com/episode/4sVEGcotazolYJZDZgQgb0?si=4c19efee09474789Chris and Tilghman run through everything that's been dropping at RMAC — the new VFLY Modal briefs, fresh thong colorways, limited releases moving fast, and the Mystery Monday bundle you'll want to sign up for.Key moments:0:00 - Bright colors vs. muted: where do you land?2:07 - VFLY Modal briefs: the brief that handles dress pants, Sundays, and everything in between4:49 - New arrivals walkthrough: what's in stock and what's almost gone6:00 - This week's launch: cyan, gray & black Modal thongs8:08 - The breathability combo Chris won't stop talking about9:39 - Mystery Monday bundles: what you get and why you need to be on the listJoin our community:Website: https://rmac.storeInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/real_men_apparel_companyFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/RealMenApparelCompany#RMAC #RealMenApparelCompany #MensUnderwear #NewLaunch #VFLYBrief #ModalUnderwear #ThongForMen #RealMenRealTalk #ComfortableUnderwear #MensStyle #NewArrivals #MysteryBundle

⬇️ Boxers or Briefs?:https://youtu.be/-H_qd5p1URAJared Mortenson joins Chris for a behind-the-scenes look at what's been going on at RMAC — new warehouse, factory trip, upcoming products, and real answers to your most-asked questions.Key moments:0:00 - Welcome to the new design studio1:19 - Why shipping from the new warehouse changes everything for customers1:52 - Factory trip recap: 6 new products in the pipeline3:32 - New colors, new styles, and why your feedback is driving it all5:42 - Do I have to look like the mannequins to wear this?9:11 - What happens if it doesn't fit?The goal has always been a custom fit without the custom price — and this episode is a good look at how that actually happens behind the scenes.Join our community:Website: https://rmac.storeInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/real_men_apparel_companyFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/RealMenApparelCompany#RMAC #RealMenApparelCompany #MensUnderwear #NewProducts #BehindTheScenes #RealMenRealTalk #WarehouseUpdate #FactoryTrip #CustomerQA #ComfortableUnderwear #SizeInclusive #RealPouch

⬇️The World's Best Underwear:https://shorturl.at/2E1zBBoxers or briefs? It's one of the oldest questions in men's fashion, and Chris, Tilghman, and RMAC Mookie each have a story about how they landed where they did. Spoiler: they all took the long way there.Key moments:0:00 - Intro: RMAC Mookie on why bikini briefs feel like a permanent beach day1:00 - Chris's story: From tighty whities to Calvin Klein briefs and beyond3:04 - Tilghman's story: Spider-Man briefs, wedgies, and the infamous "poop stain" nickname6:32 - RMAC Mookie's journey: Briefs → boxers → boxer briefs → compression shorts → pouch underwear8:11 - Why the boxers vs. briefs question doesn't really apply anymore10:10 - Comment reading: Your takes on the best daily wear stylesJoin our community:Website: https://rmac.storeInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/real_men_apparel_companyFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/RealMenApparelCompany#BoxersVsBriefs #RealMenRealTalk #MensUnderwear #PouchUnderwear #Modal #RMAC #MensFashion #ComfortableUnderwear #Bikinibriefs #BoxerBriefs #UnderwearDebate

⬇️We Rank our Latest Releases:https://youtu.be/m50GKidGQw8Chris and Tilghman tackle the ultimate question: which underwear style reigns supreme for everyday wear? From briefs to boxer briefs, and even the controversial commando debate, they're ranking every major style based on real-world experience. Prepare for some honest opinions that might surprise you.Key moments:0:00 - Introduction and the ultimate underwear question0:32 - Starting with classic briefs: the whitey tighty debate3:31 - Trunks (3-inch inseam): why they don't work for most guys6:21 - Boxer shorts: the chafing nightmare9:42 - Boxer briefs: the everyday champion13:17 - Jockstraps: support vs. everyday comfort16:42 - Thongs: the most controversial pick19:44 - Leggings: warmth vs. practicality22:01 - Going commando: cooked or locked in?24:30 - The importance of pouch underwear and proper supportJoin our community:Website: https://rmac.storeInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/real_men_apparel_companyFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/RealMenApparelCompany#UnderwearRanking #MensUnderwear #RealMenRealTalk #BoxerBriefs #MensFashion #UnderwearReview

⬇️Our Founder's Story: Part 1:https://creators.spotify.com/pod/profile/chris-dearborn/episodes/Spent-my-Savings-on-Underwear--Founder-Jared-Mortensen-Part-1-e3cu5slWe've got new releases across the board - and some serious improvements to your favorite styles. From thongs that finally sit right to Modal jocks that feel like you're wearing nothing, we're breaking down every new product plus what's coming next.Key moments:0:30 - The waistband question: Where do you like yours to sit?1:26 - Thin fabric covered waistband thongs: Lower pouch fixes the chafing issue2:34 - Christmas color boxer briefs: V-Fly meets Italian flag vibes5:22 - Updated nylon jocks: Proudest moment dropping that pouch entrance6:28 - Modal jockstraps: "Like wearing clouds" - perfect for PJ wear8:35 - New crimson thongs: Most improved product award goes to...9:47 - VFly briefs preview: Brushed nylon prototype reveal11:59 - Coming soon: Valentine's colors, three-pack blacks, and multiple drops this yearThis episode walks through every new release we just dropped - the good, the improvements, and why certain changes matter. Tilghman breaks down the Christmas boxer briefs while Chris gets genuinely excited about jock improvements. Real talk about what works, what we fixed, and where we're headed.Whether you're a thong guy, boxer brief loyalist, or jock convert, there's something in this launch for you. Plus a behind-the-scenes look at Jared's 24-hour world flight to lock down upcoming colors.Join our community:Website: https://rmac.storeInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/real_men_apparel_companyFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/RealMenApparelCompany#Underwear #MensUnderwear #ProductLaunch #Thongs #Jockstraps #BoxerBriefs #RealMen #ComfortableUnderwear #NewRelease #ModalFabric #VFly #RealMenRealTalk

⬇️Spent my Savings on Underwear | Founder Jared Mortensen Part 1:https://open.spotify.com/episode/2e982eGKgl55RzKqAAUmll?si=4bc8916e35754fcePart 2 with founder Jared Mortensen dives deep into what makes Real Men different from Tommy John, Saxx, and other premium brands. Chris shares his $40-per-pair disappointment with competitors before Jared explains the engineering difference between external and internal pouch designs.Key moments:0:14 - Welcome back to part 2 with founder Jared Mortensen0:45 - Why profit margins are kept low: "We're trying to give product to as many customers as possible"1:16 - The Amazon fee reality: 20-30% just for advertising2:00 - Chris's expensive experiment with Tommy John, Saxx, and Mack Weldon2:50 - "Great fabrics, just not great construction" - The competitor problem3:17 - External vs internal pouch: The fundamental design difference4:00 - Visual demonstration with prosthetic models4:44 - "But won't I show through my pants?" - The concern addressed5:17 - Natural positioning vs being smashed: "The way God designed you"6:45 - Temperature regulation: Move naturally or sweat excessively6:57 - "Guys are stuck in an abusive relationship with their underwear"7:45 - The White Elephant gift strategy that converts skeptics8:34 - Chris's mortifying pastor story at Christmas9:25 - The generous return/replacement policy explained10:00 - 36 sizes vs 4: The inventory complexity challenge11:26 - The inseam education: Why your boxer briefs ride up12:37 - Converting boxer brief guys to briefs with proper design13:33 - Where returns go: Donation program for homeless organizations14:35 - Product range: Briefs, jocks, leggings, and moreThis episode reveals why Real Men maintains 36 sizes (9x more than competitors), charges the same for S-5X despite cost differences, and offers multiple replacements to find perfect fit. Jared explains how external pouch design allows natural temperature regulation while Chris shares his journey from $40 disappointments to finding what actually works.Chris's verdict after trying premium competitors: "I don't know why they're that expensive. I could see our stuff being that expensive because it's totally worth it."Join our community:Website: https://rmac.storeInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/real_men_apparel_companyFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/RealMenApparelCompany#MensUnderwear #ExternalPouch #ProductDesign #FounderInterview #RealMenApparel #EngineeringComfort #SizeInclusive #ReturnPolicy #PouchDesign #UnderwearRevolution #ComfortTechnology #TemperatureRegulation #JaredMortensen #ChrisDearborn

What's New At Real Men?https://youtu.be/7S_hfgfwBsoReal Men founder Jared Mortensen reveals the unlikely journey from 20 years in aerospace to revolutionizing men's underwear. After buying hundreds of brands worldwide and finding nothing that fit properly, he spent his savings developing the ABCD pouch classification system that's changing how men think about fit.Key moments:0:10 - Welcome and introduction to founder Jared Mortensen0:56 - From aerospace to pet products to... underwear?1:51 - "I literally bought hundreds of different brands from all over the world"2:16 - The Mega Man vs Superman sizing confusion problem2:42 - Alibaba sketches and $150 samples burning through savings3:24 - The timeline: How long and how much to develop the perfect fit4:50 - Aerospace experience: "We really think in 2D but bodies are 3D"5:27 - Bodies change throughout the day (especially after Thanksgiving)5:51 - ABCD standardization borrowed from aerospace principles6:27 - Chris gets blunt about sizing "the whole package"7:08 - Why single pouch beats multi-compartment designs7:32 - "How did God design our bodies?" Natural positioning matters8:22 - Different guys are "located in different places" - the positioning problem8:43 - Fitting 95% of men without custom pricing9:24 - Same price for S-5X even though larger sizes cost way more10:47 - Addressing the price objection: Hanes vs Real Men11:52 - Modal from beech trees: Twice as soft as cotton12:39 - "They'd rather spend more on a Big Mac than quality underwear"13:05 - Competing at 1/3 the price of Tommy Johns or SaksThis conversation reveals why one aerospace professional decided men deserved better than designs "crammed down by executives in boardrooms for 40-50 years." Jared doesn't just talk about comfort - he invested his savings and years of research to engineer a solution that works with male anatomy, not against it.Coming next week: Part 2 of Jared's story continues with more behind-the-scenes insights.Join our community:Website: https://rmac.storeInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/real_men_apparel_companyFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/RealMenApparelCompany#MensUnderwear #ProductDesign #Entrepreneur #AerospaceEngineer #StartupStory #MensFashion #ComfortFirst #RealMenApparel #PouchDesign #InclusiveSizing #ModalFabric #EntrepreneurJourney #MadeForMen #EngineeringDesign## Tags:mens underwear, product design, entrepreneur story, aerospace engineer, startup journey, real men apparel, jared mortensen, pouch underwear, modal fabric, inclusive sizing, 3d design, alibaba manufacturing, mens comfort, underwear revolution, abcd sizing, boeing to boxer briefs, mens fashion, engineering mindset, size inclusive, chris dearborn

Watch Part 2:https://spotifycreators-web.app.link/e/mxVTnQA62YbThe conclusion of Zach's journey from homeless addiction to 10 years of sobriety. This episode reveals what finally broke through after losing everything - and the simple act of kindness that changed his life forever.Key moments:0:00 - Homeless in Cleveland: "All I had to do was be clean"0:42 - Walking parking lot lines for nickels and dimes1:09 - Dumpster diving for Little Caesars leftovers1:36 - Living in a handicapped port-a-potty to escape the snow2:17 - Chris: "That guy's homeless... not yet" comes true2:49 - From bougie rehabs to cockroach and rat infestations4:35 - "I was trying to convince myself it's going to be different"5:51 - Tilghman on autopilot and staying present7:10 - "There's a lot of pain... but once that higher desire clicks"8:07 - Calling hotels for lost gift cards9:02 - Found gift card leads to airport parking lot10:34 - Guardian angel pays for plane ticket: "Help someone else in need"14:39 - November 5, 2015: Clean and sober ever since15:11 - "I don't have enough time in a day to do all the things I love"15:57 - Learning to have fun in recovery16:14 - Addressing the underlying issues18:18 - Longboard skateboarding and finding new passions19:09 - The dog story: Feeling warmth and heartbeat for the first time20:47 - "There is a better way of living and you can do it"The most powerful moment: After years of passing out next to the family dog while drunk, Zach finally felt her heartbeat, her warmth, her breathing - experiencing life he'd been numb to for a decade.From walking parking lots for change to buy Four Lokos, to not having enough hours in the day for all the things he loves - this is what real restoration looks like.The guardian angel who paid for his plane ticket asked for nothing except: "When you get back on your feet, help someone else in need."10 years later, Zach's doing exactly that by sharing his story.Join our community:Website: https://rmac.storeInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/real_men_apparel_companyFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/RealMenApparelCompany#AddictionRecovery #10YearsSober #Sobriety #HomelessToHope #GuardianAngel #RecoveryIsPossible #RealMenRealTalk #Cleveland #AddictionRestoration #SoberLife #12Steps #SecondChances #HelpOthers #November5 #CleanAndSober

Part 2 of Zach's story takes us from losing his hospital job to homelessness on the streets of Cleveland. This episode shows how addiction's progressive nature destroys everything - even when your father is SWAT and your uncle runs the team that arrests you.Key moments:0:00 - The hospital emergency: Physicians' calls going nowhere0:46 - "In typical Zach fashion, it can never be my fault"1:32 - Showing up to work still drunk, reeking of booze2:26 - The milk analogy: "I've never missed work from drinking too much milk"2:50 - Chris on self-hatred and finding good men4:20 - Father in police/SWAT for 30 years - the irony begins5:23 - Benzos and alcohol: "Like a pill form of alcohol"6:08 - EMT graduation celebration turns into The Hangover7:04 - 3 AM in a drag strip car through residential streets7:57 - "Do you know so-and-so? That's my uncle" - Gets arrested anyway9:06 - Parents' ultimatum: Rehab or get out9:51 - "This hasn't happened to me YET" - The dangerous word10:42 - White knuckling 30 days, then relapse11:22 - Moving to uncle's house in "the hood of Cleveland"12:10 - Drinking before work, during work, shaking so bad couldn't hold the can12:41 - Homeless on Cleveland streets: "All I had to do was be clean"The progression is undeniable: from rationalizing with "I'm just a college kid" to shaking so badly he couldn't physically drink. Zach's father and uncles were all in law enforcement, yet even family connections couldn't stop the consequences.Most powerful moment: "Most people would say, there's your sign. I went, no, it's whatever."The rehab seed was planted but didn't grow immediately. White knuckling without a program led right back to drinking all day, every day.Chris drops his own truth: addiction came from self-hatred, needing to do something to feel comfortable in his own skin. The solution? Finding a good group of men who knew him over years.Part 3 coming next week: What finally turns on the lights?Join our community:Website: https://rmac.storeInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/real_men_apparel_companyFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/RealMenApparelCompany#Addiction #Recovery #Homelessness #DUI #RockBottom #Alcoholism #Benzos #AddictionProgression #RealMenRealTalk #Cleveland #SWAT #EMT #Rehab #12Steps #SelfHatred #MentalHealth

The Lies We Tell - Self Deception: https://spotifycreators-web.app.link/e/QFlL7lP1VYbZach joins us to share his journey from college party culture to rock bottom - and how he's maintained 10 years of sobriety. This isn't just another addiction story; it's a masterclass in recognizing self-deception and finding the path to restoration.Key moments:0:00 - "Us alcoholics, we try and rationalize things" - The self-deception begins0:34 - Meet Zach: From watching our addiction episodes to sharing his story1:14 - "That is the story of my life" - Why Zach reached out1:30 - Middle-upper class upbringing: "Parents did everything to set me up for success"2:30 - George MacDonald quote: "A man is addicted when he's a slave to anything less than himself"3:38 - High school drinking vs. college reality at Ohio University (#1 party school)4:31 - "Drinking was actually fun for me" - Fraternity life and MMA fighting5:18 - Mom's hospital job offer: "Make sure you make mom proud" (spoiler: he didn't)6:07 - Moving back home: "I'm backtracking in life" - The depression spiral7:15 - 3 AM basement boxing matches while parents work at 5:30 AM8:25 - November 5, 2015: Celebrating 10 years of sobriety9:13 - The 3-day rule: "If I only drink Thursday, Friday, Saturday, I'm not an alcoholic"10:23 - Monday-Tuesday-Wednesday becomes every single night11:40 - The hospital operator position: When physicians' calls go nowhere12:29 - CLIFFHANGER: The morning that changed everythingZach drops truth bomb after truth bomb about addiction's progression. From convincing himself that three drinking days per week meant he wasn't an alcoholic, to eventually drinking every single night, his story reveals how quickly "college fun" becomes life-consuming addiction.The connection to our recent self-deception episode is undeniable - Tilghman shares his own Monaco and shot-counting rationalizations that mirror Zach's three-day rule perfectly.Most powerful moment: Even after 10 years sober, Zach still calls himself an alcoholic because "I am one drink away from being right back to that crazy person."Part 2 drops next week - find out what happened when the hospital calls went nowhere.Join our community:Website: https://rmac.storeInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/real_men_apparel_companyFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/RealMenApparelCompany#Addiction #Recovery #Sobriety #10YearsSober #AlcoholAddiction #SelfDeception #AddictionRecovery #RealMenRealTalk #SobrietyJourney #CollegeAlcoholism #AAStories #RecoveryIsPossible #AddictionAwareness #MentalHealth #Alcoholism

⬇️Best Underwear Ever:https://shorturl.at/2E1zBWe don't see the world as it is - we see the world as we are. This episode tackles one of the most challenging aspects of personal growth: the ways we deceive ourselves to justify behavior we know isn't good for us.Chris and Tilghman share honest stories about self-deception - from justifying drinking habits with workout fantasies to realizing years later why getting fired was actually deserved. This conversation explores how our perception shapes our reality and what happens when we stop lying to ourselves.Key moments:0:22 - What is self-deception and why it matters2:36 - Visual perception experiments: How we see things differently4:45 - Tilghman's story: The "best workout ever" lie that caught up to him6:54 - Chris opens up about getting fired and why he was wrong8:48 - The warning signs: When you're not being present10:22 - "Self-deceiving is like spiritual suicide"11:17 - The exercise: Get disgustingly honest with yourselfPractical Applications:Notice when you're running on autopilot - that's when deception happensYour perception of past events will change as you growIt doesn't benefit you to lie to yourself in the short OR long termStay present in the moment to catch yourself before making bad choicesGet disgustingly honest with yourself about your strugglesThe guys share vulnerable moments - Tilghman's ongoing battle with the liquor store parking lot and Chris's realization that his perfectionism was actually a problem. This isn't about shame or guilt; it's about recognizing the stories we tell ourselves and choosing truth instead.Join our community:Website: https://rmac.storeInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/real_men_apparel_companyFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/RealMenApparelCompany#SelfDeception #PersonalGrowth #RealMen #Masculinity #MentalHealth #SelfAwareness #Honesty #Accountability #SelfImprovement #AddictionRecovery #Mindfulness #BeingPresent #RealMenRealTalk #PersonalDevelopment #EmotionalIntelligence

⬇️Best Underwear Ever:https://shorturl.at/2E1zBSome desires you can drift into without thinking. Others require sacrifice but give you life back. This episode explores the difference between lower desires (alcohol, explicit content, easy escapes) and higher desires (the real fulfillment you're actually looking for underneath it all).Key moments:1:20 - Tilghman's alcohol story: chasing comfort and escape3:31 - Chris's beer habit: checking out instead of showing up4:43 - What alcohol actually costs you (sleep, health, relationships)6:08 - "I woke up in the bathtub one morning" - the wake-up call7:11 - Realizing what you're truly looking for beneath the surface8:28 - The turning point: choosing to change10:33 - Finding healthier ways to meet real desires13:22 - C.S. Lewis quote: humans are like cars designed to run on God14:13 - The mantra that cuts through temptation15:26 - Defining lower desires vs. higher desires16:35 - Initial discomfort leads to lasting payoff17:50 - "Life is so much better on the other side"This conversation gets personal about the struggles both guys have faced with alcohol and other temptations. The point isn't a list of things to do better - it's showing a path to actually having a better life.Lower desires let you drift in easily, give you an initial high, then cost you relationships, health, and yourself. Higher desires require sacrifice upfront but regenerate your life over time. The key is asking yourself what you're really looking for beneath the surface craving.Are you looking for peace? Comfort? Connection? Validation? There are ways to meet those needs that don't cost you everything.Join our community:Website: https://rmac.storeInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/real_men_apparel_companyFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/RealMenApparelCompany#HigherDesires #RealMen #Addiction #Alcohol #Temptation #PersonalGrowth #Faith #SelfImprovement #MentalHealth #Sobriety #RealMenRealTalk #OvercomingAddiction #Fatherhood #Marriage #CSLewis #Freedom

⬇️Shop All Products:https://shorturl.at/2E1zBNew Arrivalshttps://shorturl.at/qsoV0Clearance Collectionhttps://shorturl.at/0cyCnTime for something different. Instead of uncomfortable conversations, we're showing you what's new at Real Men Apparel, where we've been, and where we're headed. From the original jock to the new Ultralights that feel like a "cotton candy cloud of coolness," here's everything you need to know about our product line.Key moments:0:39 - Where we started: The original Real Man jock (still available on Amazon)1:54 - The strapless jock that made us famous2:45 - Logo evolution: From RM to the Battle Rhino3:34 - NEW: Real Man Ultralights - the game changer6:17 - NEW: Breathable mesh jock for workouts9:48 - The TikTok set that's been everywhere12:50 - Modal pouch technology: More stretch for bigger guys15:00 - V-Fly options and fabric-covered waistbands18:27 - Coming soon: Christmas colors (red, green, white)18:54 - Beta testing seamless products20:14 - Summer 2025: Single-layer mesh pouch designs20:38 - Nylon 2.0 with laser holes and mesh interior21:18 - Clearance collection: Modal and original bikini briefsThis episode walks you through our entire product evolution. Chris and Tilghman (plus mannequins Hoss, Phil, Richard, and Bruce) showcase everything from nostalgic first releases to the latest innovations coming down the pipeline.The Ultralights deserve special attention - these thin nylon boxer briefs don't ride up, breathe incredibly well, and somehow manage to be the most comfortable thing you'll ever wear. Even Chris, a dedicated bikini brief guy, reaches for these first.Also featured: seamless products in development, mesh fabrics for hot climates, and clearance deals on Modal and original cuts. If you've been curious about trying Real Men Apparel or want to see what's new, this is your episode.Join our community:Website: https://rmac.storeInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/real_men_apparel_companyFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/RealMenApparelCompany#RealMenApparel #MensUnderwear #ProductShowcase #Ultralights #ModalUnderwear #JockSupport #ComfortableUnderwear #MensFashion #BikiniBrefs #BoxerBriefs #RealMenRealTalk #NewProducts #Clearance #BattleRhino

⬇️Best Underwear Ever:https://shorturl.at/2E1zBThe final pillar that holds all the others together. This isn't another box to check - it's the reason you check all the other boxes. Sacrificial love is what keeps aggression, physical strength, finances, and discipline from becoming tools of selfishness instead of service.Key moments:0:40 - Why sacrificial love is the capstone pillar1:05 - Tilghman's Dollar General story: protecting his team from a persistent thief2:36 - Using aggression for good without letting it take over3:08 - Chris's garage door confession: when anger wins5:12 - The broken garage door as a daily reminder5:46 - Physical strength: staying healthy for family vs. chasing vanity8:25 - Finances gone selfish: the stock market obsession story10:17 - "My wife couldn't buy groceries but my portfolio looked fantastic"11:07 - Tilghman's savings account struggle: finding the balance12:34 - Self-discipline as a weapon: correcting your kids into the ground13:42 - "Sometimes they just need to play" - lightening up on yourself and others14:28 - The two questions that cut through all the noise: "Why am I doing this? Who am I doing it for?"This episode wraps up the "What Makes a Real Man" series by showing how every other pillar can go sideways without sacrificial love keeping it in check. You'll hear stories about garage doors getting destroyed, stock portfolios eating grocery money, and four-year-olds who just need permission to be four-year-olds.The point? Check your motivations. Are you building yourself up to serve others, or are you just building yourself up? One makes you stronger. The other makes you insufferable.Join our community:Website: https://rmac.storeInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/real_men_apparel_companyFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/RealMenApparelCompany#SacrificialLove #RealMen #Masculinity #Fatherhood #SelfDiscipline #FinancialWisdom #Marriage #Parenting #Leadership #RealMenRealTalk #MentalHealth #PersonalGrowth #Character #Aggression #PhysicalFitness #FamilyFirst

⬇️Best Underwear Ever:https://shorturl.at/2E1zBPart 5 of "What Makes a Real Man" connects the dots between personal discipline and effective leadership. You can't lead others if you can't even get yourself to shower regularly (yes, we go there). This isn't about perfection - it's about small, consistent choices that compound into real change.Key moments:0:00 - Store transformation: "Day and night within six months"1:01 - The uncomfortable question: Why is it so hard to do what we know we should?1:31 - Statistics: 62% make resolutions, only 9% succeed2:09 - Small habits compound: The James Clear approach3:14 - Proverbs wisdom: "A man without self-control is like a city with broken walls"4:03 - Tilghman's story: Eight months of letting himself go after his son's birth5:04 - The 15-minute walk that changed everything6:14 - From personal discipline to workplace transformation7:31 - Leadership through showing confidence in your team first9:07 - Visible store changes: From complaints to compliments10:11 - "The days I worked out, I felt way better at my job"This episode shows how Tilghman went from showering irregularly to transforming an entire Dollar General store through small, disciplined choices. The connection is clear: personal discipline creates the foundation for authentic leadership that people actually want to follow.Practical Applications:- Start with ONE small habit (15-minute walk, making your bed, whatever)- Let small wins compound - three weeks of walks led to gym routine- Show confidence in your team before expecting them to trust you- Your morning discipline affects your entire workday- Focus on 1-2% improvements, not massive overhaulsComing next week: Sacrificial love - the category that changes everything (seriously, we're not overstating this one).Join our community:Website: https://rmac.storeInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/real_men_apparel_companyFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/RealMenApparelCompany#Discipline #Leadership #RealMen #SelfControl #AtomicHabits #Management #PersonalGrowth #DollarGeneral #WorkLifeBalance #SmallHabits #Masculinity #RealMenRealTalk #NewYearsResolution #DailyRoutine #TeamBuilding

⬇️Best Underwear Ever:https://shorturl.at/2E1zBPart 4 of "What Makes a Real Man" tackles financial wellness - not for your own selfish gain, but to sacrificially love the people who matter most. Less than half of American adults can cover an unexpected $1,000 expense. If you're in that half, this episode's for you.Key moments:0:36 - Series intro: Why financial wellness matters for real men1:16 - The stats: 2/3 of Americans report increased financial stress since the pandemic1:34 - US household debt has surpassed $17 trillion1:46 - Less than half can cover a $1,000 emergency expense2:36 - Tilghman's story: Learning from his "penny pincher" dad3:28 - "Money is a tool and you don't want the tool to use you"3:53 - Biblical wisdom: "The borrower is slave to the lender"4:11 - "Your house is not your house. The bank owns your house"4:33 - Step 1: Discipline - Building your first $1,000 in savings4:58 - Chris's journey: "When I got my first thousand dollars... I felt so free"5:13 - Getting rid of credit card debt and paying off vehicles6:10 - Step 2: Investing in yourself - Tilghman's real estate story7:15 - Key lesson: "Get a place that has somebody renting it"7:38 - "Invest in something you like, something you believe in"8:02 - Understanding what you invest in (and avoiding MLMs)8:34 - Rich Dad Poor Dad: Assets vs liabilities game changer9:32 - Trade skills AI can't replace: electricians and plumbers10:07 - "That asset becomes a liability pretty quickly"10:48 - Step 3: Long-term investing in the stock market11:16 - "You can open up a brokerage account in like five minutes"12:18 - Tilghman: "My biggest investment is in this thing right here - my brain"13:06 - The core truth: "Will you live for them? Die to your own selfish desires daily?"14:48 - Dave Force's story: Finding fulfillment by helping others become wealthyThis episode delivers three practical steps for financial wellness: discipline (save that first $1,000), investing in yourself (trade skills, real estate, education), and long-term investing (stock market basics). Chris shares his journey from not being able to cover emergencies to having all vehicles paid off, while Tilghman opens up about learning financial wisdom from his father and diving into real estate investing.Practical Applications:- Follow Dave Ramsey's baby steps to build your first $1,000 savings- Track where your money actually goes - your bank statement tells the truth- Invest in things you understand and believe in- Consider trade skills (plumber, electrician) that can't be outsourced- Open a brokerage account and start with SPY (S&P 500)- Remember: money is a tool for sacrificial love, not selfish gainComing next week: The fifth pillar of what makes a real man.Join our community:Website: https://rmac.storeInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/real_men_apparel_companyFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/RealMenApparelCompany#FinancialWelness #RealMen #Masculinity #MoneyManagement #DebtFree #Investing #RealEstate #DaveRamsey #RichDadPoorDad #SacrificialLove #FinancialFreedom #StockMarket #TradSkills #RealMenRealTalk #SP500 #BudgetingTips #WealthBuilding

⬇️Best Underwear Ever:https://shorturl.at/2E1zBPart 3 of "What Makes a Real Man" tackles physical strength and health - but not for the reasons you think. This isn't about vanity, washboard abs, or looking like a Dorito chip. It's about being healthy and strong for the people you love so you can actually be there for them.Key moments:0:19 - Series intro: Why physical fitness matters for real men1:59 - Tilghman's story: Tearing ACL at 14 and gaining 100 pounds in 6 months3:46 - The brutal comeback: "My lungs were screaming, my legs were aching"5:06 - The carnivore diet success and subsequent crash5:49 - "It eats at me" - The raw honesty about struggling with consistency6:50 - "I don't want to be an embarrassment to my family"7:08 - "I want to live for you and die for you"7:37 - The uncomfortable mirror conversation that changed everything9:08 - The statistics: 20-30% higher risk of death for inactive men10:11 - "You become more durable" - Physical fitness builds longevity11:17 - Chris's story: Good genes and military discipline12:27 - Manual labor as physical fitness: "It feels very manly"13:19 - Desk job consequences: Carpal tunnel, headaches, breathing problems14:54 - The key principle: "Suffer now so you're not suffering later"15:26 - Two extremes: "57 climbing a tree or 57 in a wheelchair"16:02 - This isn't about looks - it's about stewardship and longevityPractical Applications:Don't need a gym: run, do pull-ups on tree limbs, lift furnitureStart small: 5 pushups in the morning as an act of rebellionMoving your body brings mental and spiritual alignment into placeChoose what kind of suffering you want: workout pain now or wheelchair laterFocus on durability and longevity, not aestheticsComing next week: Why financial order matters for real men (spoiler: it's also not about you).Join our community:Website: https://rmac.storeInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/real_men_apparel_companyFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/RealMenApparelCompany#PhysicalFitness #RealMen #Masculinity #FatherFitness #Health #Workout #Discipline #MentalHealth #Depression #Anxiety #Longevity #Stewardship #RealMenRealTalk #ACLInjury #CarnivoreD iet #GymMotivation #PhysicalStrength #PHYSED

⬇️Best Underwear Ever:https://shorturl.at/2E1zBPart 2 of our "What Makes a Real Man" series tackles the most controversial pillar: aggression. With 93-95% of prisoners being men and 88-90% of homicides committed by men, we can't ignore the statistics. But what if male aggression isn't the problem - what if it's how we're channeling it?Key moments:0:00 - "Never give a sword to a man who cannot dance" - Opening wisdom1:45 - The shocking statistics: 93-95% of prisoners are men2:08 - "If men are 90% of the problem, then men are 90% of the solution"2:59 - Tilghman's childhood: learning to "blow off steam" with dad4:41 - Chris pushes back: "There's something gone wrong in us"5:55 - The key insight: "Moving aggressively in the right direction"6:54 - Why you can't just "cage" aggression - it explodes eventually7:39 - Modern coping: "Staying in motion" and having calm conversations9:16 - The epiphany: "When one uses aggression for good, he becomes magical"10:48 - Chris's son and the hammer: channeling energy constructively12:29 - "Whatever you have to do to not become a statistic, do it"13:12 - Chris's journey: from shutting down aggression to learning to manage it14:02 - Wood splitting as aggression therapy: "I want to hit something and watch it explode"14:25 - Ancient Celtic wisdom: "Never give a sword to a man who cannot dance"15:45 - The warrior quote: Fighting for what you love vs. hating what's in front of youThis episode challenges the common approaches to male aggression - both the "suppress it completely" and "let it run wild" extremes. Chris and Tilghman explore a third way: learning to channel this natural masculine force toward constructive purposes.Practical Applications:- Get a punching bag for anger-based aggression- Use physical labor (wood splitting, building projects) as outlets- Run sprints or take walks when feeling aggressive- Have calm conversations instead of yelling when frustrated with family- Find ways to "move aggressively in the right direction"The Ancient Celtic Wisdom:"Never give a sword to a man who cannot dance" - Being a warrior involves more than force. It requires deftness, intuitiveness, and gracefulness. Only when a man knows the joy and beauty of life can he possess not just weapons, but the graceful movements of heart needed to protect what's precious.The Two Types of Warriors:Those who fight because they hate what's in front of them (destructive)Those who fight because they love what's behind them (protective)Join our community:Website: https://rmac.storeInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/real_men_apparel_companyFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/RealMenApparelCompany#MaleAggression #RealMen #Masculinity #AngerManagement #Warriors #Fatherhood #MentalHealth #PersonalGrowth #RealMenRealTalk #ChannelingAggression #MaleStatistics #PrisonStatistics #HealthyMasculinity #ModernMen #CelticWisdom

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⬇️Best Underwear Ever:https://shorturl.at/2E1zBIn the first part of our Father's Day series, Chris, Tilghman, and Migc explore what they learned as sons from their fathers. From football bonding to life lessons through loss, discover how our experiences as sons shape who we become as men.Key moments:0:10 - Introduction to the three-part fatherhood series2:30 - Tilghman shares how football created common ground with his dad3:54 - Learning work ethic and the pressure to always be better6:05 - The weight of high expectations and pushing away vs. appreciation7:51 - Migc on learning lessons through loss and split families9:38 - Navigating two different father figures with opposite approaches11:23 - Learning self-reliance when guidance isn't always available12:43 - Chris reflects on his father's work ethic and emotional availability15:09 - The importance of understanding your father's story16:45 - Taking responsibility as adults while honoring what we learnedJoin our community:Website: https://rmac.storeInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/real_men_apparel_companyFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/RealMenApparelCompany#Fatherhood #Sonship #FatherSonRelationship #FathersDay #MensTalk #FamilyDynamics

⬇️Best Underwear Ever:https://shorturl.at/2E1zBIn this raw and honest conversation, Chris and Tilghman expand the definition of addiction beyond substances to include anything we depend on that is "less than ourselves." From coffee and comfort to social media comparison, discover how to identify the subtle dependencies that may be controlling your life.Key moments:0:00 - Introduction to a powerful quote that reshapes how we view addiction1:34 - Breaking down the definition: depending on anything "less than yourself" is slavery3:02 - How this perspective removes stigma and levels the playing field4:10 - Chris's personal examples of everyday addictions6:24 - Tilghman's realization about his own dependencies7:29 - The "shortcut principle" - how to spot hidden addictions9:19 - How movement and discomfort offer authentic alternatives11:15 - The trap of "lifestyle porn" and comparison on social media13:45 - The insidious addiction to comparison16:26 - Why this message applies regardless of religious beliefs18:35 - The challenge: identify what controls you and start letting it goJoin our community:Website: https://rmac.storeInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/real_men_apparel_companyFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/RealMenApparelCompany#AddictionAwareness #PersonalGrowth #BreakingDependency #MentalFreedom #SelfImprovement #ModernAddictions

⬇️Best Underwear Ever:https://shorturl.at/2E1zBIn this candid conversation, Chris and Tilghman explore the difference between meaningful adventure and reckless risk-taking, while discussing how modern husbands can support their wives' dreams without abandoning wisdom. From real estate investments to household partnerships, discover what it means to be both adventurous and responsible.Key moments:0:00 - Introduction: Breaking out of playing it too safe1:21 - Tilghman on breaking generational chains and taking calculated risks2:29 - Good adventure vs. bad adventure: James Braddock vs. David Blain5:07 - The house buying adventure and real estate considerations7:12 - Running the numbers: Why some investments don't make sense9:37 - Happy spouse, happy house: Navigating financial decisions as a team11:03 - Becoming advocates for each other's dreams while setting boundaries12:57 - Chris's example of being "the brakes" on his wife's midwifery dream14:31 - Modern husband roles: Being a partner, not just a provider15:31 - The Chip and Joanna Gaines model of supportive partnership16:57 - Blue collar workers who still come home to cook and cleanJoin our community:Website: https://rmac.storeInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/real_men_apparel_companyFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/RealMenApparelCompany#ModernHusbands #MarriageAdvice #CalculatedRisks #Partnership #AdventureVsStupidity #FinancialWisdom

⬇️Best Underwear Ever:https://shorturl.at/2E1zBIn this week's episode, Chris and Tilghman explore the serendipitous ways meaningful male friendships form, as Tilghman shares how he discovered a like-minded dad living just five doors down. Learn how proximity, shared experiences, and letting go of perfect agreement can lead to transformative peer relationships.Key moments:0:15 - Introduction to the power of finding peers in unexpected places1:16 - Tilghman discovers his neighbor is connected in multiple surprising ways2:35 - How their children reconnected from daycare3:38 - The importance of finding peers at the right time in life5:02 - Dan Hollander's wisdom: "Find like-hearted kings living in the same direction"6:49 - Navigating differences in beliefs while maintaining friendship8:53 - How peer relationships improve communication skills and maturity12:16 - The late-night conversations that build connection13:02 - Breaking out of the "holy huddle" to form real relationships14:29 - The rock tumbler analogy: how friction with others smooths our rough edges17:02 - Tilghman's powerful reflection on becoming "more present" through friendshipJoin our community:Website: https://rmac.storeInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/real_men_apparel_companyFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/RealMenApparelCompany#MaleFriendship #NeighborhoodConnections #FindingCommunity #DadLife #MensGrowth #PeerRelationships