ManDown Podcast

Producing thoughtful content on male friendships, dating, relationships, wellness and sex.

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Health & Fitness
1
The Balance Trap, Not My Type & Haunted by Mist...
Ted and Patrick answer listener questions on juggling career and family, dating when someone isn’t your “type,” and finding self-forgiveness for past mistakes.
55 min
2
Why You Keep Sabotaging Yourself (and How to St...
Why do we keep getting in our own way? Ted and Patrick break down the psychology of self-sabotage, why it happens, and how to finally break the cycle.
58 min
3
Guilty Pleasures, Relationship Habits & Definin...
We’re answering 20+ rapid-fire questions — from Patrick’s guilt-free guilty pleasure to Ted’s lifelong horror movie aversion — with plenty of honest, funny, and unexpected stories.
64 min
4
How Much Is Poor Sleep Costing You? Tips to Sle...
Sleep impacts your health and clarity more than you think. Ted and Patrick dive into why it matters and share practical, pressure-free tips to improve your sleep and overall wellbeing.
52 min
5
Advice to Younger Self, Lost In Dating & Motiva...
Ted and Patrick answer listener questions on advice to their younger selves, dating struggles, motivation slumps, and a hilarious nickname dilemma—real talk, laughs, and no fluff.
61 min
6
The Self-Improvement Nobody Talks About | Ep. 30
Discover the side of self-improvement that’s about joy, curiosity, and meaning—not just productivity.
59 min
7
Why Men Are Struggling to Make (and Keep) Frien...
Ted and Patrick explore the modern male friendship crisis—and how men can reconnect and find meaningful bonds again.
64 min
8
Why You Shouldn’t Be Scared To Start Therapy | ...
Therapy can be uncomfortable — but avoiding it costs more. Ted and Patrick break down what holds men back, how to start, and why it’s worth it.
60 min
9
The Friend Zone, Dating Burnout, and Sexual Ins...
In this episode, Ted and Patrick explore the blurred lines between friendship and romance, tackling dating burnout, emotional chemistry, and men's insecurities around connection and intimacy—perfect for anyone stuck in the friend zone or feeling uncertain about love.
53 min
10
The Dating App Lie No One Talks About | Ep. 26
Why does dating feel harder for men today? Ted and Patrick unpack the hidden struggles of modern dating — from swipe culture and ghosting to feeling invisible and unsure of how to show up. They explore how dating apps, social confusion, and outdated ideas of masculinity are making real connection harder than ever.
60 min
11
Finding Purpose, Approaching Women & The Happin...
From career ruts to dating fears, Ted and Patrick respond to listener questions about purpose and connection.
23 min
12
How to Build Confidence Without Faking It | Ep. 24
What separates real confidence from arrogance? Ted and Patrick share an honest conversation about identity, self-belief, and backing yourself without losing your grounding.
81 min
13
If You’re Avoiding Hard Conversations... This I...
In this episode, Ted and Patrick share practical tools to help you face tough talks with confidence—without shutting down or losing your cool.
61 min
14
Body Count, Spark & Sex — Unpopular Takes That ...
In this episode, Ted and Patrick tackle the relationship truths no one admits but everyone should hear. From debunking the “spark” myth to talking body count, casual sex, and if men and women can really just be friends, they unpack the unpopular takes that actually make sense. If you want dating advice that’s real, honest, and intentional—not surface-level—this episode is for you.
76 min
15
How to Find Your Style as a Man (No Fashion Kno...
A deep dive into why men play it safe with fashion—and how embracing style can unlock confidence and self-respect.
83 min
16
Anger Isn’t the Problem — Avoiding It Is | Ep.20
Ted and Patrick explore male anger and masculinity—unpacking why men often suppress or explode with anger, and offering practical tools to express it in healthy, constructive ways.
62 min
17
Fitness Lies, Can’t Be With the One You Love & ...
In this episode, Ted and Patrick tackle your questions on diet scams, supplement lies, and unrequited love, then dive into a raw Reddit discussion exploring money, career sacrifice, power dynamics, and fairness in modern relationships.
52 min
18
Cringe Culture Is Killing Your Love Life | Ep. 18
In this episode, Ted and Patrick explore how fear of being “cringe” blocks real connection and why embracing romance—with intention, courage, and authenticity—can transform everything.
76 min
19
Fix Your Skin for $20! | Ep. 17
Ted and Patrick talk about why many men avoid skincare and share easy, affordable tips to help.
67 min
20
How Dating Someone Older Can Fix You | Ep. 16
Ted and Patrick break down the truth about age gap relationships—exploring the stigma, psychology, and surprising lessons in love, honesty, and human connection.
63 min
21
Men Think This Is Attractive - But Women Disagr...
Plus emotional suppression, handling family and grief, Ryan Reynolds, and more!
66 min
22
You Think You Know Yourself — Then You Become a...
Parenting doesn’t just change your life — it changes you. In this honest conversation, Patrick and Ted share how fatherhood has shaped them, from the challenges and quiet lessons to the surprising rewards. They explore how parenting styles reflect who we are — and how raising kids helps us grow too.
74 min
23
Nobody Regrets Getting Fit — Here’s Why You Sho...
Plus mistakes people make starting out and how to find the right balance
61 min
24
The Real Reason Relationships Fail (It’s Not Wh...
81 min
25
Masculine Rage, Becoming a Dad, and Shaming Sex...
Plus Reddit Questions and When to go to Therapy
62 min