The Modern Dandy's Guide to Manliness

There is a wide range of cosmetics available to men, from moisturizers and hair gel to "guyliner" and concealer and full-on face paint. Why do some men choose to use cosmetics and makeup? Wes and Liam are joined by their long-time friend and fashion icon Billy, who shares his perspective on embracing his creative side through the application of cosmetics. Makeup learning resources: YouTube makeup...

The media, especially movies and television, are a common source of style inspiration for many men - including our Dandies. But which characters are truly epitomizing the ethos of having an obsession with elegance, and which are merely fashionable, trendy, or even (gasp!) just gauche? Wes and Liam roam through the reels and survey the scenes of recent releases to pick out their favourite (and some...

Moving abroad is a dream for many people, but the reality of adapting to a new country and culture can be challenging. Wes, who moved to Austin during the pandemic, is joined by James and Liam to discuss their experiences with their respective moves to Japan and Portugal.

The color pink is often avoided, maligned or misinterpreted in modern men’s style. But why, and when did this become a thing? As a color, it comes in such a wide range of hues and tones it can often be deeply flattering. The Dandies are joined by Natty Adams to explore whether men should still be concerned about the preconceptions and stereotypes of pink or lean into it as a bold and expressive op...

From hair dye and teeth whitening through tattoos to cosmetic surgery and body modification, there are a plethora of readily available ways for a man to alter his appearance. Mudcat rejoins Wes and Liam to discuss the motivations, opportunities, and challenges associated with procedures for altering or augmenting your body.

Charm is an ephemeral concept which can be a potent tool for success in life. However, it's often misunderstood and for some it’s an old-fashioned idea. So has charm, hospitality, and other good manners gone out of style? Or has it simply gone unnoticed?

Adding accessories to outfits can really boost your style by creating a unique, personalized look. But what are accessories, and how do you choose them? Wes and Liam finally broach a topic they’ve been wanting to discuss since the very origins of the podcast: how accessories fit into your fits.

The Dandies are back, and are returning to the original premise of the podcast to discuss topics relevant to the modern man.

The 90’s are cool, and not “again”. They always were. Without the weird pretensions of the 70’s or the comically over the top materialism of the 80’s, the 90’s brought the world a global perspective of street style, music, and culture. From heroin chic and Nirvana grunge to Afro-pop; reggae, K-pop, and French hip-hop to Euro-trash house and EDM, the 90’s opened up a anything-goes culture of accept...

Liam and Wes are back for a fourth season of The Modern Dandy's Guide to Manliness! Join them as they try to make sense of "trending" styles in open toe footwear, regrettable haircuts, and most importantly... should we stay or should we go?  Take the leap and listen in!

Why - or perhaps when - is religion important? The Dandies revisit the discussion about religion and the modern man, looking at the importance and merits of having an ethical system and its role in helping navigate the challenges of contemporary life. Outro Song: Hey Believers by Peter Bradley Adams

Liam and Mudcat discuss some of the main topics in the markets, from GameStop and NFTs to housing and energy.

It can be a challenge to be true to your ambitions, creativity, and sense of adventure. Peer groups, media, family and friends can often exert influence on what you wear, do, and pursue. The dandies are joined by Dan Ahern to discuss being your authentic self at any age, so sit back and enjoy a rollicking conversation about  both finding and being your most genuine man.

Many men feel it’s weak or somehow “unmanly” to discuss mental health issues. From stress to depression and loneliness, to insecurities and anger management, men often find it hard to ask for help - or even to admit they need it. The Dandies discuss their views and experiences in coping with mental health issues. Never be afraid to ask for help, help is there for you Suicide Prevention Hotline: 80...

Welcome to Season 3 of The Modern Dandy's Guide to Manliness.  Liam, Wes, Mudcat and Josh welcome each other to 2021 and check in on their sanity as the pandemic continues and share what they look forward to in the months to come.

He's lived on three continents, speaks multiple languages and absolutely does NOT work for the CIA.  Join Wes, Mudcat, Josh and Liam as the Dandy's host the final installment of Season 2 and the last Dandy Origin story "Who's your Dandy?"  In this edition we learn about our favorite Tasmanian, Liam.  His love of the outdoors, people and the cultures of the world.  And ballet! O...

How do you handle a disagreement with a good friend? Whether business or personal, people will have their differences of opinion, and resolving them is an essential part of friendship. Wes and Liam share an example of resolving disagreements around something very tangible: this podcast. Special thank you to Bethany Wrede of ARRIVED for being our Narrator Outro - 2CELLOS Thunderstruck

As we close out Season 2 of The Modern Dandy, Wes and Liam give a quick review of their highlights of the past year and look ahead to 2021. A very special thank you to our listeners, our guests and our families! Natty Adams can be found at: https://www.nattyadams.com/ Outro: F2020 by Avenue Beat

Going on dates might seem a wistful ambition from the past, but the Dandies feel it's even more relevant now. Wes, Mudcat, Josh and Liam provide their thoughts on why dating is an important Dandy skill, how to be a good date, and why dates are not just for dating.

Having a sense of humor is an essential element of being a dandy. One of the most famous dandies, Oscar Wilde, was famed for both his scripted humor and  quick cutting wit. We're not even going to aspire to that ... but we do have jokes for days.

A death in the family, whether of a parent, sibling, grandparent, or close personal friend is one of the most traumatic experiences someone can face. With the recent death of Liam's mother, the Dandies discuss how they deal with the passing of a close family member or friend.

Part 2 in our conversation with Rebecca Tweed; Wes, Mudcat, Liam and Rebecca continue to discuss how politics and society today are impacted by the ability (or lack thereof) to listen to each other and hold back preconceived notions and judgement based solely on party lines.

In our discussions on religion and politics the Dandies raised the importance of establishing your own credo - the principles you deeply believe. Part of that is respecting and being open to discuss the viewpoints of others, even if they don't necessarily match your own. Wes, Mudcat, and Liam are joined by Rebecca Tweed to discuss how this is playing out in politics and society today.

Even Dandies need to have an outlet for their foils and frustrations. So when and where is an appropriate time to lose your cool and go large* with your emotions? Josh, Mudcat and Wes discuss the need to venti and its importance in staying otherwise frappe, while Liam tries to take a more philosophical approach.  * See what we did there?

In the face of so many global and national issues, individual contribution to change can seem overwhelming. So how can a Dandy do something to better the world they live in? Join the Dandies, Liam, Josh, Mudcat and Wes as they discuss the role of Local Government and how it impacts the world around you.