Don’t let the title throw you off. The Art of Manliness isn’t just for guys. It’s packed with wisdom that anyone can use. This podcast was actually my first intro to the world of podcasts, and honestly, it ruined me in the best way. It’s like eating the best omelet of your life and then spending years trying to find one that’s better. Nothing else quite compares. This is the gold standard of self-improvement podcasts. I’m always looking forward to the next episode because I know it’s going to be packed with stuff that sticks. It’s more than just interesting conversation. It’s practical, thought-provoking, and genuinely helpful. It’s not an exaggeration to say it helped me through some pretty intense times. During COVID, The Strenuous Life program was a lifesaver. It gave me a sense of challenge and purpose when everything else felt stuck. It kept me moving both physically and mentally. If you’re into podcasts that push you to grow, think deeper, and just be better, this one’s a no-brainer. It’s not just a listen. It’s an experience that sticks with you. .

Been a listener of AOM for going on 3 years now. The guests Brett selects for the show are always super insightful. If it’s not an episode that I can directly apply in my life (often times, it is), it’s still a super interesting listen. Give it a try!

Mr. McKay doesn’t waste your time. Good content and professional interview style. Actionable information most of the time.

Consistently high quality and thoughtful guests on to discuss a wide variety of topics. They do an excellent job keeping the conversation on content rather than just being “chatty”. Great source of new or fun ideas on a consistent basis.

These men speak facts!

I always learn something new on this podcast. Brett is a great host

I listen to this and Words and Numbers regularly. This was the first podcast I ever listened to that actually made me want to listen to podcasts and every man should listen to this show. One of the best shows out there that is fun educational and inspiring,

Brett and Kate produce timeless insights for how men can be better men, better fathers, brothers, citizens, helpers, and leaders in our world. AoM avoids so much of the toxic and negative takes on what it means to be a man that has permeated popular society and leans in to the positive, life-affirming ways we can be the best versions of ourselves. The vision AoM promotes is truly an aspirational version of masculinity that helps us all be better for ourselves and each other. Acta non verba. Do hard things!

I cannot say enough good things about The Art of Manliness! Love the podcast, love the topics, interviews, and style. Thank you for the work you put into this.

I love notebooks. I collect them and and I even buy them to give to my patients when I assign them therapeutic writing tasks.

I been listening to these podcasts for years, so much valuable information in these podcasts.

Brett is a fantastic host and has basically been a virtual mentor for me for the last 12 years. I can say without a doubt that this podcast is a key foundational pillar in supporting me as I strive to live a more virtuous life. As I look at my bookshelf I notice that most of these books came from Brett’s podcast guests or recommendations. Books such as “The Road” “I Will Teach You To Be Rich” “How To Win Friends And Influence People” “Microadventures” the list goes on. I can’t recommend this podcast or website enough. It’s down to earth, high quality, and educational in topics that cover nearly all facets of life. I come and go with other podcasts, however AoM is the only one I have listened to ever week since 2013. Keep up the good work Brett!

Great topics and guests. Such a great show. Thanks. Keep it up

So, so many different, fascinating, and useful topics! There is something for everyone here and all episodes are high-quality conversations. Find a topic that interests you (with over 1,000 episodes there’s bound to be one) and give it a try!

This show is amazing. I have listened to every episode since 2018 when I discovered it and most of the episodes that came out prior. Out of over 1000 episodes there was maybe a handful that didn’t completely resonate with me. By my math Brett is over 99.5%!!! I am a recent new dad and I feel that listening to this show over the years has left me far better prepared for my new responsibilities than I would otherwise have been. Thank you.

I throughly enjoy listening to this podcast. It helps me grow and encourages me to be a better perso.

Love this podcast. Brett continually produces episodes on a wide variety of topics that few if any other podcasts cover. I especially enjoy the one philosophy/spiritually episodes

I first started listening to AOM maybe 6 years ago and have enjoyed the broad spectrum of topics, guests and practical advice. I just had to write a review now bc I listened to the How to Winter podcast and really liked it since I live in Massachusetts where the winters are long, dark and cold. I’m looking forward to a change of perspective this winter! Keep up the good work Brett!

I first encountered AoM via the website, which was being used as a model for some learning projects at Riverside (a boys’ learning center near Chicago—you should interview Peter Searby!). I later used many of the AoM articles and tutorials as a loose “curriculum” as I ran some community classes for homeschooled boys in another state. A mom friend introduced me to the podcast a few years later and I was thrilled to then have another format in which to enjoy much of the content that I had encountered on the website. I find almost all of the podcast guests and topics interesting, perhaps because I have a husband and 3 sons, so even if a topic is more male-specific, I appreciate having the information in order to understand my guys better. I do sometimes get a strange look though when I tell others it’s one of my favorite podcasts! It’s been invaluable to me as I’m parenting teenage and young adult sons. The topics are always relevant and current, and sharing episodes with my husband and sons has been a great way to introduce some important conversations into our family. Thank you for your efforts! AoM has been a real gift to me!

Love your show !!!You should have Sylvester Stallone on your podcast!!

Love this podcast. It’s loaded with information and has generated so many ideas for me to follow up on regarding myself, my family, and how to improve my life. I highly recommend this to all men of any age.

The best interviewer. Brett does his homework and keeps it tight. I’ve been listening for years and in my life this podcast has created tremendous value. Thanks.

This show could be called “the art of being a well rounded human being” or “the art of nontoxic masculinity.” Brett finds amazing authors and other guests to discuss various topics, most of which are equally applicable to men and women. With so much toxicity out there these days, this show is a breath of fresh air. Can’t recommend it enough!

I enjoy AOM so much. Brett finds topics that resonate with me each week. Sometimes I go back and relisten to shows that resonated with me. AOM is my go-to podcast.

The Art of Manliness podcast is a fantastic resource for anyone looking to enhance their life through self-improvement, history, and timeless wisdom. The host, Brett McKay, does an incredible job of interviewing experts on a wide range of topics, from health and fitness to philosophy and personal development. The episodes are insightful, well-researched, and delivered in a down-to-earth, engaging way. Each episode leaves you with actionable takeaways to become a better man, husband, father, or leader. Highly recommend for anyone seeking growth and practical life advice!

I think AOM is the only podcast i haven't grown tired of or stoped listening to because the quality slipped …quite the contrary …interesting quests and great host makes this well worth your time !

I love this show. It presents a path to non-toxic masculinity that is refreshing and inspiring. Thanks, Brett and Kate, for all the wonderful work you do.

Not all of the podcasts are for me, but I can figure that out just by reading titles. Every one that I listen to is awesome. I like is frame that he views the world in.

As a woman, I love listening to the podcast. It offers useful, relevant information and I’m learning new stuff! well-rounded topics.

I have been listening or reading AOM media for so long it feels like it’s a part of who I am. I will turn 48 next year and it’s just been a wonderful experience to have this exquisite resource for education, motivation, and general entertainment. Thank you Brett and all the staff at AOM for being a bedrock of positivity and personal growth for so many years. Take care. JT

Very informative episode with Darren Candow on benefits of creatine, especially ensuring to cover the possible concerns about creatinine levels and kidney health. I appreciated this input as a medical provider. Thanks for digging a bit deeper. High quality questions from Brett.

I enjoy the podcast but some of the episodes profile people so unique that one gets the impression that anyone can duplicate what the person he interviews has done or the accomplishments of people who are given as examples. Not mentioned are the vast majority who are not exceptions to the rule. The podcast at times falls into the survivorship bias trap. Latest example is episode #1018. Also, it would be great if Brett could challenge the person interviewed on occasion in a nice way. He seems to always agree with the person without providing counter examples or having the person defend their position against those who might disagree.

I have been a fan of Brett’s website for many years. “How to jump out of a moving car” is one of my all-time favorite articles from AOM that I have forwarded to many, many men that lack this skill…… Over the last year or so, I started listening to a few Podcasts instead of sports talk all day while I am working. I decided to give Brett’s Podcast a try and I was instantly hooked. His presentation/personality as host is exceptional. His topics and guests are well thought out and very interesting. Even the episode with the “laundry expert” was fascinating! Check out Brett’s podcast, You won't be disappointed.

AOM is the only podcast I’ve consistently listened to over the past 5 years. Brett really does his homework with each guest, coming prepared with great questions and asking great follow-up questions too. Virtually every episode is intelligent, thought-provoking conversation. I love the breadth of topics that span the entire range of what it means to be a man, from survival skills and ancient history to ways to become a better friend, partner, and family member. Keep up the great work!

I really like the variety of relevant topics. I find this podcast interesting, encouraging and challenging.

Been listening for years. I’m a better man for this podcast and all the content AOM offers

Brett’s a gifted interviewer. While even just having read and thought about his guests’ works prior the interview puts him ahead of the pack, he also always asks the right questions and provides enough of his own thought to ensure a meaningful discussion. I come away feeling that I understand the guests’ ideas, yet want to learn more.

This podcast fills a niche that takes multiple other podcasts to even attempt. The breadth of topics mean everyone has a chance to benefit, and although geared towards men I’ve never felt like the lessons learned were solely about archetypal manliness, and more about being the best “you”. As a millennial I don’t think I got a good education in being a good man and discovering this podcast turned my world around. Lastly, unlike so many partisan or host-centered podcasts, I have a hard time discerning where Brett falls politically and that makes the information feel unbiased, vetted, and digestible. Thank you AoM team for years of service in civility.

This is one of the very, very few podcasts where the attention is on the person being interviewed and the information they can share with the listener. So many other podcasters use the platform just to talk about themselves and I stop listening after an episode or two. In contrast, Brett keeps the primary focus on the guest and their work. He asks great questions which he can do because he has actually prepared and read their materials beforehand. He also does a great job linking the key points to other studies or people he’s interviewed before, so that it’s easier for the listener to see connections they might otherwise have missed. The topics are also very relevant for people always trying to better reach their potential. All in all, this is a fantastic podcast.

I’ve learned, been motivated, and helped others by way of this podcast. As a commuter and podcast junkie, the McKay’s are a breath of fresh air. Thanks for continuing to put out great content, new and historical.

Brett and team have been an example for how to stay a constant learner. Enjoyable, informative, and a great sieve for the bloat of content that’s out there.

An outstanding podcast for two reasons. First, the interviews: Brett reads every book for each interview; this practice allows him to ask detailed questions of each interview subject. Even better, he reads the books with charity, which means that he gives each book a full and fair hearing. He keeps the spotlight squarely on the interview subject rather than himself, so that you walk away having a clear understanding of the book’s basics while also being intrigued to go read the books for yourself. He doesn’t waste time with corny jokes or banter. In short, Brett provides a model of what a good (friendly) interviewer should do. Second, the podcast affirms a noble vision of what it means to be a man. There’s plenty to be found about fitness, weight loss, etc., but also about moral education, raising children, being a better husband, friendship, competence, etc. The choice of subjects indicates Brett’s view of what being a man is all about, and while Brett’s views emerge as part of the conversations he has with his guests, he isn’t pushy about his opinions, beliefs, etc. Instead, because he’s engaged in real dialogue, he’s able to connect with his guests both intellectually and morally, even as he talks with a wide range of experts. There are many excellent podcasts out there, and the Art of Manliness is certainly one of them. I’m thankful that Brett has brought something so good to such a wide audience, and I appreciate the wisdom I’ve gained from listening to this podcast.

As an old duffer I have listened to virtually every one of Brett’s interviews since the beginning. I have only heard one that wasn’t a five star and that was because of the interviewee, herself. A wide variety of topics that he makes interesting even as I start thinking that I won’t like. Keeps and old man in tune with modern times and trends. Outstanding!

This podcast has offered great experiences to both entertain me and increase my knowledge. I would strongly recommend this to fellow listeners. Congratulations for the 1000th episode.

If I was stranded on a deserted island and I could only choose one podcast to listen to…The Art of Manliness podcast what I’d choose! I can’t tell relay the wisdom and skills I’ve gained from listening over the years. Thanks Brett and Kate for all your hard work! Its made my life more manly and more meaningful!

Brett, congratulations on your Milestone. AOM is my go to source for all things interesting, timely, and effective. Thank you for the contributions you have made to my family, friends, and Professional Colleagues. I shamelessly suggest they listen to your catalogue. You deliver a source of wisdom we sorely need today. Looking forward to the next 1,000 episodes! David

Brett consistently releases excellent interviews with fascinating guests. I’ve discovered dozens of books from this podcast, and I appreciate Brett’s engaging and thorough interview style.

Truly enjoy the show! Thanks for the work you and your family do to make it such a great success.

Brett & Katie - Outstanding work hitting 1,000 episodes which represent, I'm sure, tens of thousands of hours of behind the scenes work! You've served the listeners well by providing thoughtful, highly practical content that has helped make us better people! Huzzah! To 1,000 more!

With my work I have the opportunity to listen to lots of books and podcast. Most podcasts come and go but AOM podcast seems to be the podcast that I never get tired of. I love the format, love that the conversations. The conversations are with people that dedicate time to their subject rather than ramble on their latest thought trends. Thanks AOM podcast!