The Manspace

Send us Fan Mail Spacemen, let's get intimate. I mean, don't we do that on every episode? Well, we don't really do it on this episode. But we do talk about how important it is to connect with other men and how research supports the idea of men spending time together. So, tell your wife it's boys night, listen to the Manspace, and head out to Buffalo Wild Wings...except not real...

Send us Fan Mail Spacemen. Don't pretend like you're reading this. I know you don't have time. So, I'll entertain myself. On today's episode, we explore the depths of the mind. We do a 45 minute DEEP meditation. Literally, it's 45 minutes of total silence. Prepare to peer into the deep recesses of your brain.  Fine. It's not really that. But does it really matter...

Send us Fan Mail How do you be a better husband? I know. You don't know. Or do you? Do we? We do. Did that get confusing? Maybe. But the episode isn't. It's got the three tips you need to be the husband you've always wanted to be. Tune in. Figure it out.  Keywords relationships, communication, therapy, soda, relationships, emotional honesty, self-development, life lessons, pers...

Send us Fan Mail Manmaste Spacemen. Today's not a mindfulness episode, but we do talk about stress. Cause guess what, you're probably too stressed. The annoying part about stress is that it's like the frog in the boiling pot--we don't always notice it killing us slowly.  Lucky for you, the Manspace is here. We'll guide you through knowing and understanding how stress is af...

Send us Fan Mail Spacemen, I demand respect! Except, that's not really how that works. On today's episode, we talk about respect with your spouse and your kids. Turns out, a lot of us are getting it wrong. Spoiler alert, respect is pretty directly related to the connection you have with the other person. So, if you want respect, figure out how to connect with someone. Guess you don'...

Send us Fan Mail SpaceWarriors, gather ye spearbuds while ye may. And listen in. On today's episode, Matt, Mike, and Rob tackle another masculinity test. This one is at https://masculinetest.com/home/. Go try it out and let us know your answers.  As per usual, we break down why this test is flawed. In the end, tests like this can really only give you a heads up on some places you might want t...

Send us Fan Mail Ahoy Spacemen! Today on the show, Mike and Rob talk about Sailing with Phoenix. If you don't know who that is, are you even living your life vicariously through social media? Spaceman, get on my level.  Mostly, we talk about how there is real advantages to learning to live without things. It's not always good to get anything you want whenever you want. Try cutting some s...

Send us Fan Mail Spacemen, unite against the Manosphere. On today's episode, Matt, Mike, and Rob correct some harmful thinking that is perpetuated by the manosphere (men online who buy into the 'Red Pill' philosophy--to be honest, it's pretty sexist). We challenge the sexist ideas as damaging to women, men, and relationships. And we propose a rallying call to be a better man to...

Send us Fan Mail Hairy Spacemen, come forth from your cages and find your golden ball. If you don't know what I'm talking about, shame on you for not reading the book. On today's episode, we talk about Iron John and how to find our inner man. I mean, that sounds deeper than it is, but we do have some good conversations about finding what we've lost. Don't believe me? Liste...

Send us Fan Mail SpaceEmployees! Gather for a space-wide mandatory meeting as we discuss office politics and how you are balancing your work life with your personal life. Keep in mind, balance doesn't always mean equal time. So, you should probably be giving MORE time to The Manspace.  I might be off about that. I can't remember what I said in the episode, but it was probably something l...

Send us Fan Mail Spacemen, go light some candles. Maybe put on some soft Sade and then sit down and listen in as Matt, Mike, and Rob walk you through how to talk about sex with your lady.  It's not that there's a perfect way to do this, but there are ways to make sure it's healthy and effective. We've got lots of tips. The biggest one, you ask? Don't have the conversation...

Send us Fan Mail Sup SpaceDistracted men. Today on the Space, Mike and Matt answer your questions about ADHD-Anxious couples. We get a little more specific and give a little more direction. Just like SpaceAdmirals should. Listen in. We'll steer you right.  Keywords ADHD, anxiety, relationships, mindfulness, coping strategies, mental health, personal growth, communication, societal expectation...

Send us Fan Mail SpaceImposters! Don't worry. We know you're real. Remember that game your kids played for a second? Among us? Well that's what we're doing today--discovering the imposter.  Today, Mike and Rob talk about imposter syndrome: how it affects us and some tips to combat it. So, believe in yourself and listen in.  Keywords imposter syndrome, mental health, self-doubt,...

Send us Fan Mail Spacemen, it's time to read a book. That's right. Today, we talk about the book The Eden Project. But really, we're talking about how to confront your own insecurities. According to AI, we talk about the importance of self-reflection, the role of insecurities in relationships, and the need for personal accountability. And if AI says it, it must be good. So grab a bl...

Send us Fan Mail Sup Spacelosers. Just kidding. I could never tease you guys. Or could I? Maybe it's good for our relationship. Matt, Mike, and Rob will break it down for you. People have been talking about it on the interwebs, so you know it must be good. Of course, your space admirals will let you know what you should believe. Listen in.  Keywords teasing, humor, friendships, male bonding,...

Send us Fan Mail Spacemen, own your stuff. Don't do this martyr thing where everything is your fault. Totally ineffective and the emotional equivalent of making someone else's pain about you. Matt and Rob break down why men sometimes take too much repsonsbility and why that ineffective. And we'll tell you how to stop doing it. So...you're gonna want to listen.  Keywords farts,...

Send us Fan Mail Spacemen, you vain men. On today's episode, we talk about what drives your behavior. Specifically, we talk about Dr. Arthur Brooks and his concepts of what drives us toward happiness. Matt, Mike, and Rob talk about Money, Honor, Pleasure, or Power--Dr. Brooks' concepts--and which one drives them. Guess which one Rob's is...I may have just let it slip. But listen in...

Send us Fan Mail Mga kosmonawt! That's Tagalog for spacemen...maybe. I don't actually know that word. But I don't need to. I just went with my gut. Just like today's episode. Matt, Mike, and Rob talk about the difference between following emotions, anxiety, and your gut. Turns out, there's a difference. We'll show you the way. THEN, listen to your gut.  Keywords soda,...

Send us Fan Mail Spacenerds. Gather your fellow spacenerds and retire to the spacenerdery for some book club. Today, we talk about Lesson for Living by Phil Stutz.  We get real deep on important ideas the book brings up. Like connecting with something bigger than you, creating, and discipline. It's like we just dish out lessons for living. See what I did there? Man. Is there anything I can&ap...

Send us Fan Mail Spacemen, FOCUS! Or calm down. But probably, focus. Is your relationship a mix of an anxious person and an ADHD person? Or one who is high strung and one who is free-wheeling? Well then listen in. We'll take care of everything.  Today, Matt, Mike, and Rob break down, reframe, and rework the dynamics of an anxious "productive" partner with an ADHD "dreamer"...

Send us Fan Mail Spacemen, go run a lap. Get your discipline on. Today's episode is about discipline. But, like usual, Matt and Rob meander their way there and cover all the topics. We actually cover a listener request of the relationship between food, exercise, and mental health. Sorta. So buckle up.  K eywords battle ready, discipline, mental health, exercise, masculinity, overthinking, foo...

Send us Fan Mail Listen up Spacies. You're not bad at empathy, Women, you're not as good as you think you are. Turns our many men want to be more open, but are afraid it will be rejected by their female partners. So ladies, get better.  I mean, it's not really a competition. We just do stuff differently. So if you're interested in getting a little better at empathy and getting...

Send us Fan Mail Dudes, get to the store. You've got two days left to get some flowers for your bros. And also maybe the special lady in your life.  On today's episode, Matt and Mike talk about valentines traditions, but more importantly how men can show love for each other. So listen in. Don't forget. We heart you.  Keywords relationships, social dynamics, pop culture, family, Vale...

Send us Fan Mail SpaceBruhs! Sup. Go get your readers and other nerd glass-type accessories and come get your club on. But the book club kind, not the cool kind of club. On today's episode, we're discussing The Coddling of the American Mind.  To be honest, this book might be controversial for some. But it shouldn't be. There's some very helpful stuff in this book. Like, slowing...

Send us Fan Mail Spacemen, once again, we answer your most burny questions. This week, we tackle the dilemma that plagued Lucy and Ricky Ricardo--sleeping in separate beds. Believe it or not, there is some debate around this idea. Luckily, the Admirals of the Space-i-verse put it to...bed? Today, we clarify the context around different sleeping arrangements. Turns out, it's less about the arr...