In this episode, Skip and Carlos dive into a variety of topics with their usual candid and humorous style. They kick off with a light-hearted discussion about their recent travels and the joys of returning home, touching on the cultural differences they noticed, especially around food and consumerism. The conversation shifts to more serious topics, including societal issues like racism and privilege, as they reflect on personal experiences and broader societal narratives. They also explore personal growth, discussing changes they've worked on in themselves, such as managing temper and improving relationships. The episode wraps up with a segment on aspirations and dreams, where both hosts share personal goals they've yet to achieve. It's a mix of introspection, humor, and cultural commentary, making for an engaging listen. Also, this summary was produced by wasting at least one glass of cooling water, using AI.

Items Referenced:

Topless Tuesday back on after liquor regulators force small N.B. resort to cancel event: https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/new-brunswick/spa-topless-tuesday-liquor-rules-1.7577540

In this episode, Skip and Carlos explore the concept of trail magic and synchronicity, sharing personal stories of unexpected encounters and serendipitous moments during their travels. They discuss the philosophical implications of these experiences, touching on happiness and fate while tangling it up in Plato's "The Allegory of the Cave." The conversation also delves into the joys of creative projects, the challenges of family communication, and the humor found in current events. Join them for a journey through life's surprising twists and turns, and discover the magic in everyday moments.

Items Referenced:

36 Questions that Lead to Love: https://36questionsinlove.com/

The Fermi Paradox: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Fermi_paradox

The Drake Equation: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Drake_equation

The Allegory of the Cave: https://scholar.harvard.edu/files/seyer/files/plato_republic_514b-518d_allegory-of-the-cave.pdf

In this episode of Outside the Manosphere, Skip and Carlos chat about hitchhiking, evil cowboys, spirituality, and the moral implications of choosing invisibility as a superpower based on gender. The boys also discuss the stunning views in California, and they answer the tough question, which is more important: continence or eloquent speech?

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The 36 Questions That Lead to Love: https://36questionsinlove.com/

In this thought-provoking episode, Skip and Carlos take you on a journey through their personal stories and cultural insights. They share travel stories from hitchhiking across the U.S. to exploring Prague, while also diving into deeper discussions on identity and privilege. A significant chunk of their discussion is dedicated to Peggy McIntosh's seminal article on white privilege, "Unpacking the Invisible Knapsack," as they explore its relevance and implications in today's world. With a blend of humor and introspection, they encourage listeners to reflect on their own experiences and the societal structures that influence them.

Items Referenced:

36 Questions that Lead to Love: https://36questionsinlove.com/

Unpacking the Invisible Knapsack: https://www.ntlegislativeassembly.ca/sites/default/files/legacy/td_135-192.pdf

A man, whom women wanted to be and men wanted to be with, or something like that; adored, complicated, flawed, amazing, Skip and Carlos fall in love . . . with Pee-wee Herman? In this bonus episode, the unofficial mascot of the podcast, Paul Reubens, is examined in his final movie as well as the recent documentary on his life, all, of course, in relation to the manosphere. Join us!

Items Referenced:

Pee-wee’s Big Holiday (movie): https://www.netflix.com/search?q=pee%20wee&jbv=80031800

Pee-wee as Himself (documentary): https://play.hbomax.com/mini-series/284e1634-0dda-4b42-bafb-de090ade6c5d

Where have all my deep male friendships gone? (article): https://www.nytimes.com/2025/05/25/magazine/male-friendships.html

In this episode, the boys talk at length about Skip’s formative walk across America and how their respective past adventures were so similar. They also discuss a few current events while connecting game theory to global politics and gaslighting.

Items Referenced :

Repeated Prisoner's Dilemma: https://www.phys.lsu.edu/~spathak/Talks/RepGames.pdf

John Forbes Nash Jr.: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/John_Forbes_Nash_Jr.

Nobel Prize controversies: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Nobel_Prize_controversies#:~:text=No%20Nobel%20Prize%20was%20established,%22Nobel%20Prize%20of%20mathematics%22.

Strike Set Back Iran’s Nuclear Program by Only a Few Months, U.S. Report Says: https://www.nytimes.com/2025/06/24/us/politics/iran-nuclear-sites.html

Mayor Rob Ford: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rob_Ford

You Literally Can't Believe The Facts Tucker Carlson Tells You. So Say Fox's Lawyers:

https://www.npr.org/2020/09/29/917747123/you-literally-cant-believe-the-facts-tucker-carlson-tells-you-so-say-fox-s-lawye

Fox, Dominion reach $787M settlement over election claims:

https://apnews.com/article/fox-news-dominion-lawsuit-trial-trump-2020-0ac71f75acfacc52ea80b3e747fb0afe

Paramount to Pay Trump $16 Million to Settle '60 Minutes' Lawsuit:

https://www.nytimes.com/2025/07/02/business/media/paramount-trump-60-minutes-lawsuit.html

Trump Has Targeted These Universities. Why?:

https://www.nytimes.com/article/trump-university-college.html

The 36 Questions That Lead to Love:

https://36questionsinlove.com/

Walking Distance: https://skippotts.blogspot.com/

Skip and Carlos peer into the void, ruminate about how the podcast is affecting their lives, spotlight a good man, and talk politics and billionaires. Plus, Carlos endures the trauma of The Little Prince.

Items Referenced:

Employment for computer programmers: https://fortune.com/2025/03/17/computer-programming-jobs-lowest-1980-ai/

ChatGPT model refuses to shut down: https://www.independent.co.uk/tech/ai-safety-new-chatgpt-o3-openai-b2757814.html

The Little Prince Movie: https://www.netflix.com/title/80057578

36 Questions to Fall in Love: https://36questionsinlove.com/

Did a Wine Importer Just Sink Trump’s Trade War? https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/did-a-wine-importer-just-sink-trumps-trade-war/id1200361736?i=1000710545954

How much is a billion dollars? https://www.markbrinker.com/how-much-is-a-billion-dollars

Capitalism: A Love Story: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt1232207/

Kamala Harris campaign: https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-13980591/kamala-harris-maya-sister-campaign-sidelined.html

Carlos' Joy Principle takes over in Episode 8 as the boys talk about what men need to feel complete and the roadblocks they put in their own way. Can you cuddle with your son if he is 5? What about 14 or 35? Where are men looking for connection?

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Men drinking from straws: https://www.facebook.com/watch/?v=714019184458211&rdid=KemCT2CPb3R4FkmQ

Church of Manliness: https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c30q5l8d4lro

Men wishing men goodnight: https://www.instagram.com/revolttv/p/DJ9Sfi7R1b5/

Male friendships: https://www.nytimes.com/2025/05/25/magazine/male-friendships.html

36 Questions to Fall in Love: https://36questionsinlove.com/