In this special solo reflection, Charles shares his perspective on the assassination of Charlie Kirk and what it reveals about masculinity, resilience, and political violence.

He argues that true masculine strength lies in threat assessment, resilience, and the ability to live alongside opposing ideas without collapsing into reactivity. Violence—whether through weapons, institutions, or media—is framed not as power but as fragility.

This episode challenges men to redefine strength, resist the cultural pull toward outrage, and embody a form of masculinity that protects not only safety, but also freedom.

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What happens when your “perfect” girlfriend lives in your phone, hits your credit card for $9.95 a month, and never says no? In this episode, Charles and Dan explore the rise of AI companions and what draws men to digital relationships over real ones.

We dig into questions like:

• Why some men are choosing AI girlfriends instead of dating apps or real partners
• Whether talking to a bot can really make you feel “chosen”
• How this trend might affect masculinity, intimacy, and even population growth
• Why equal rights for women are great for exceptional men… and not-so-great for mediocre ones
• Whether an AI girlfriend is a bridge to better relationships or just a pacifier keeping men stuck

It’s part philosophy, part comedy, and part social commentary on where dating and technology collide. Spoiler: Rosie from The Jetsons and Dolores from Westworld both make cameos in the conversation.

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In this final episode of our Let Them Theory series, we dig into the last three chapters of Mel Robbins’ book—and we don’t hold back.

We talk about why the honeymoon phase blinds us to red flags, how to tell if someone is truly compatible (hint: if you’re confused, they’re not), and why waiting for a partner to change is wasted time. We also break down the “commitment conversation” that keeps us on equal footing instead of begging for validation, plus the hard truths about breakups—no shortcuts, just growth.

From recognizing unhealthy relationship patterns to using a breakup as fuel for self-improvement, this conversation is packed with practical tools for dating, commitment, and letting go.

🔑 What you’ll learn in this episode:

• Why “but” and “maybe” are red flags in relationships
• How to ask for commitment without losing your power
• Why most people won’t change—and what that means for you
• How to handle breakups without making them worse
• Why your motivation (even revenge) can still lead to positive change

🎧 Whether you’re dating, rebuilding after heartbreak, or just working on yourself, this is the episode that ties it all together.

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