Ancient Intelligence

Discover your style archetype: https://tally.so/r/kdvR6j (and get my 'Instant Wardrobe Reset' guide free) In this episode I explore what the chaos in France reveals about how our society has rejected masculine principles. Listen in to learn about the principles of masculine and feminine, origins of feminized chaos, ethic of justice versus ethic of care, why care only works inside a secure containe...

Discover your style archetype free: https://tally.so/r/kdvR6j In this episode I sat down with Shah from ‪@thisisshah‬ to explore the mythology of love. We discuss why stable partnerships are not compatible with the ideas of modern 'fantasy' based love. Listen in to learn about the dowry system, the marriage pyramid, where our idea of love comes from, the economic pressures we face, and much more....

Discover your style archetype free: https://tally.so/r/kdvR6j In this episode I explore what's going on with the world right now through a big picture framework based on the balance and imbalance of the masculine and feminine. Listen in to learn about what culture actually is and why it feels dead, the two major shift points in the recent West, the creation of the 'Open Society,' shifting gender d...

Discover your style archetype free: https://tally.so/r/kdvR6j In this episode I dive into a core truth about men and women based on a phrase that I heard that is so simple, yet profound. This can help us tease out why logic, clarity, and accountability matters so much to the masculine and presence, connection, and belief matters so much to the feminine. TIMESTAMPS: 00:00 — Introduction 02:00 — Par...

Discover your style archetype free: https://tally.so/r/kdvR6j In this episode I dive into some observations about the masculine and feminine based on Kabbalistic principles, female dignity, some important sex differences, and much more. TIMESTAMPS: 00:00 — Introduction 01:45 — Why I love being Jewish 03:00 — Foundations of truth 08:00 — Is a woman the infinite? 10:30 — A Woman’s dignity 13:00 — Wh...

In this episode I sit down with my favorite couple, Meg and Jacob O’Neill for a raw conversation exploring men’s work, women’s work, ancestral rites of passage, and what it takes to build a devotional relationship between a man and a woman. Listen in to learn about exactly what ‘doing the work’ means, the nervous system of community, ego obliterating love, releasing codependency, the three stages...

Discover your style archetype free: https://tally.so/r/kdvR6j In this episode I get into the nice guy and girl archetype, and why many of us learn to hide who we are and what we need out of fear. I get into where this pattern comes from, why we feel so much shame around having needs, how it shows up as self blame instead of honest communication, and my top three tips for recovering from nice guy a...

Discover your style archetype free: https://tally.so/r/kdvR6j In this episode I riff on important differences between men and women and how we've lost the language for appreciating the masculine. I get into masculine love and devotion, men's instincts towards the bigger picture, what frustrates young boys more than anything, initiation rites, and the important difference between being a siren and...

Discover your style archetype free: https://tally.so/r/kdvR6j In this episode I sat down with evolutionary biologist Dr. Dani Sulikowski to explore her thesis of female intrasexual competition and how it can explain various aspects of our society from body image trends to modern feminism to the ever-present anti-natalism within our culture. Learn about how female reproductive suppression can be se...

Discover your style archetype free: https://tally.so/r/kdvR6j In this episode I sat down with men’s rights activist and researcher, Evan Campbell aka Existential Evan to discuss the systemic challenges facing boys and men across education mental health, the workplace, and dating. TIMESTAMPS: 00:00 — Introduction 03:00 — What are boys struggling with? 04:00 — Gynocentrism in the education system 07...

Discover your style archetype free: https://tally.so/r/kdvR6j In this episode I explore both the biological case for why casual sex is bad for women and the spiritual case for why casual sex is bad for both sexes. I get into how the fundamental disagreement on morality is the real root of our cultural divide. I discuss the data on casual sex, relationships, how I define soulmates, and why male str...

Discover your style archetype free: https://tally.so/r/kdvR6j In this episode I explore how I experience masculine presence and why no amount of provision or resources can make up for it. Inspired by a coaching client, I break down four signs a man lacks presence. I trace the root cause back to childhood and make the case that a man’s inner connection with himself is what makes a present, confiden...

Discover your style archetype free: https://tally.so/r/kdvR6j This is pt 2 of a 2 part series focused on men’s style. Here I help you understand your style archetype and how to align your clothing with your individual identity. **Note: I have created these archetypes based on my extensive experience in the men’s fashion industry as well as over a decade of time spent working in branding and advert...

Discover your style archetype free: https://tally.so/r/kdvR6j This video essay explores a condensed history of menswear from the ancient world to the present. It is part 1 of a 2 part series. Understanding the history is foundational to developing your personal style. Part 2 will address style archetypes and how to align clothing with your individual identity (coming next week). LINK: Interview I...

Discover your style archetype free: https://tally.so/r/kdvR6j This is a fun episode where I analyzed the 2025 film Song Sung Blue starring Hugh Jackman and Kate Hudson as real life couple, Mike and Claire Sardinia. I use the film to illustrate core themes of masculine and feminine identities, healthy pair bonding, and how this film illustrates love, trust, connection, and understanding. TIMESTAMPS...

Discover your style archetype free: https://tally.so/r/kdvR6j In this episode I explore the reciprocal nature of how feminine nourishment feeds masculine respect which then gives back to the feminine. I trace the roots of disrespect towards men back to Marxist feminist ideology. I show examples of respect in the micro and macro and make the case that genuine respect is one of the most powerful thi...

Discover your style archetype free: https://tally.so/r/kdvR6j Most women carry three core desires in their hearts. In this episode I explore how these three desires are written into female nature and how feminism has worked against all three resulting in the frustration, cognitive dissonance, and disconnection from men that are being felt in the world. Reference: Captivating by Stasi Eldredge TIME...

I’ve been mentioning how much I have been impacted by Stephen Jenkinson’s work for a while on this show now, and here he is in honor of Ancient Intelligence’s 150th episode (you can access all 150 via Spotify or Apple). We discuss themes from his work, particularly his forthcoming book Trembling, Still: The Awful Clarity of a Mind in Eclipse - a book shaped by a difficult neurodegenerative diagnos...

About This Episode I came across an essay that blames “the patriarchy” for the sexual disconnection that married women feel towards their husbands. This is a critique offering a nuanced take at some of the causes for disconnection that include attachment wounds, hormonal birth control, communication failures, gaps in self-knowledge, disdain for men, fear and shame, and more. The viral essay - http...

We’ve experienced a massive cultural shift from a ritual based to performance based society. I use the examples of matrimony and clothing to illustrate this. We’ve traded in ritual matrimony for elaborate weddings as well as appropriate dress for costumes. LINKS: Quote from beginning - Matrimony by Stephen Jenkinson Advocate for children I mention - Katy Faust https://thembeforeus.substack.com/abo...

The masculine need for space contrasted with the feminine need for connection. Exploring some elements of polarity and differences in communication. 00:00 —Space as en essential element 04:00 — male well being and space 11:00 — feminine versus masculine communication 16:00 — John Muir is calling ___________ Resource: FREE 50 Essential Books & Films - https://ancientintelligence.kit.com/t.. . W...

The data on young women and three big problems Major data points also laid out here: https://anyashakh.substack.com/p/the-... Based on the recently published piece by The New Statesman: https://www.newstatesman.com/cover-st... ‍ ‍ TIMESTAMPS: 00:00 — Intro 01:27 — New data on young women in the West 04:14 — The big picture behind the data 05:35 — The most alarming statistics 07:00 — How anti-man s...

In this episode I unpack one of the most misunderstood phrases in our culture - Behind Every Great Man Stands a Great Woman. I talk about why it’s not about comparison or jealousy, but authority and responsibility. The moment it becomes a competition, the masculine and feminine dance is done. Listen in to hear why a woman standing in front of her man will never be loved as deeply as she wants, the...

About This Episode In this episode I sat down with Austin Milne aka Brother Oz - a deep thinking and passionate pastor from Vancouver who defends Christianity through apologetics and funny videos. We connected in our shared desire to uncover what is good, beautiful, and true. Listen in to learn about the purpose we have as men and women, why women want love and men want respect, why fatherhood com...

In this episode I explore the collapse of sex separated or sex sacred (as I like to say) spaces in our society. By charging into men’s spaces (i.e. Boy Scouts) women have actually lost so much of the respect and affection from men that they crave. Listen in to hear why same-sex spaces aren’t about exclusion but protection, a story about an Aboriginal tribe’s view on it, a reaction to women enterin...