Easiest Way to Remove Pet Hair in Seconds - Chemicals Guys

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£500 Off-Road Challenge

Download CSR2 for free here for iOS: https://ift.tt/2QZv2u9 Download CSR2 for free here for Android: https://ift.tt/2R4OTIq Thanks to CSR Racing 2 for sponsoring this video This week, Alex, Ethan and Jack try to pick up an off-road car for £500 before pitting it against a brand new Suzuki Jimny in an off-roading showdown! Alex: https://ift.tt/1A78f2q Ethan: https://ift.tt/28NyONY Jack: https://ift.tt/35JIMx9 SUBSCRIBE: http://bit.ly/CTSubscribe ----- Follow Car Throttle ----- Subscribe to Car Throttle: http://bit.ly/CTSubscribe On our website: https://ift.tt/YWKAsV On Facebook: https://ift.tt/18QrL2y On Instagram: https://ift.tt/34B7RKG On Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/carthrottle ----- Music by ----- Epidemic Sound https://ift.tt/19pXSrH

How to Collect Old Master Paintings | Christie's

Your first Old Master doesn’t have to be a Rubens or a Rembrandt — in fact with estimates from £5,000, starting a collection is a lot less daunting than you might suppose, as specialist Maja Markovic explains. ‘An old master collection starts by looking, and it is through discovering what it is that you love that you can really build a well curated collection,’ explains Chrisite's Old Masters specialist Maja Markovic. The main questions to consider when looking include: is the artist an established name? Is the work from a good or particularly pivotal moment in the artist’s career or development? Is the attribution given in full (or qualified as ‘Studio’/ ‘Circle’/ ‘Follower’ of the artist)? Is the work included in the key literature on the artist — and if not, have the current experts been consulted? Has the work been included in any recent seminal exhibitions on the artist? 'For new collectors, I would recommend acquiring a good example of a work by a relatively minor artist rather than a mediocre example, perhaps in a bad state, by a more established name.' Find out more: https://ift.tt/33sQM3Z -- Subscribe to Christie's YouTube: http://goo.gl/Vmh7Hf Sign up to Christie's Weekly: https://goo.gl/kc8qpV Follow Christie's on: Facebook: https://ift.tt/2elC9Zg Twitter: https://twitter.com/ChristiesInc Instagram: https://ift.tt/2iJ3lGm Pinterest: https://ift.tt/2elCafM

How To Clean Filthy Off-Road Tires and Make Them Shine! - Chemical Guys

In this video, we take the time to properly clean filthy off-road tires, then make them shine with Nice & Wet Tire Shine! First, we'll use Nonsense All Purpose Cleaner to easily cut through years of old dressings and road grime to expose a crisp natural tire. Then, using a Green Workhorse Towel, Jose shows just how much filth is actually on the surface- it's more than you think! Once the tire is clean, watch as we coat it with Nice & Wet Tire Shine for the perfect jet black look. It's the easiest way to shine a tire ever! ••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••• Products Used in Video: ➜ Nonsense All Purpose Cleaner https://ift.tt/1g13kq9... ➜ Nice & Wet Tire Shine https://ift.tt/1g13kq9... ➜ Green Workhorse Towel: https://ift.tt/2pXQ417... •••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••• ● Website: www.ChemicalGuys.com ● Subscribe to our channel: https://www.youtube.com/subscription_... ● Subscribe to our newsletter: https://ift.tt/2jS6ww4... ● Like Us on Facebook: https://ift.tt/2xtBVcJ... ● Follow us on Instagram: https://ift.tt/2vjwfPB #chemicalguys #detailing #carcare

How To Make Your Car More Modern (Plus E46 GIVEAWAY)!

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Marina Abramović’s 'The Life' — The World’s First Mixed Reality Performance Artwork | Christie's

The ‘godmother of performance art’ talks to us about her groundbreaking new work, ahead of its landmark sale in 2020. Over the course of six days in February 2019 the performance artist Marina Abramović (b. 1946) invited members of the public to London’s Serpentine Gallery to witness something that had never been done before. The Life — a 19-minute performance realised through volumetric capture and presented in Mixed Reality — was the first large-scale public exhibition of anything in this new medium. Tickets sold out in just over two hours. It had been five years since Abramović staged her critically acclaimed 512 Hours at the same gallery. For that performance, the subject of the work became the energy collectively created by the visitors and the artist, who was in the gallery every day. It was a natural extension of The Artist is Present at MoMA, which in 2010 set the record for attendance at the museum with 850,000 visitors over three months — a record that remains unsurpassed. For The Life the concept was altogether different: can presence be conveyed even when the artist is elsewhere? The implications were both universal and eternal. After unburdening themselves from all connected devices (phones, watches, etc), participants in The Life don a pair of MR goggles and are escorted to viewing positions by attendants in lab coats. In front of the backdrop of the gallery’s actual walls, and the other visitors, a film-real Abramović — hair pulled back tightly and wearing a crimson dress — performs within a roped-off five-metre circle. The event is choreographed to the specific capabilities of the technology — and feels absolutely real. This is the entirety of the artist, presented as if in the room with the audience. Talking to Christie’s in the short film above, Abramović explains that the work is about immortality: ‘Because you are there, preserved for ever.’ ‘A hundred years beyond when anybody who ever knew [Marina] was alive, there will be people who will see her walk into the room and will feel that sense of connection, of human experience,’ adds Todd Eckert, the founder of Tin Drum, the Mixed Reality production team behind The Life. Find out more: https://ift.tt/33rw3xE -- Subscribe to Christie's YouTube: http://goo.gl/Vmh7Hf Sign up to Christie's Weekly: https://goo.gl/kc8qpV Follow Christie's on: Facebook: https://ift.tt/2elC9Zg Twitter: https://twitter.com/ChristiesInc Instagram: https://ift.tt/2iJ3lGm Pinterest: https://ift.tt/2elCafM

Auguste Rodin’s 'The Age of Bronze' | Christie's

On 20 October 1903, the Parisian collector Maurice Masson commissioned sculptor Auguste Rodin (1840-1917) to cast a version of 'The Age of Bronze'. He paid the artist 10,000 francs and over the next six months would closely supervise the production of his purchase. Find out more: https://ift.tt/2KXKGlX -- Subscribe to Christie's YouTube: http://goo.gl/Vmh7Hf Sign up to Christie's Weekly: https://goo.gl/kc8qpV Follow Christie's on: Facebook: https://ift.tt/2elC9Zg Twitter: https://twitter.com/ChristiesInc Instagram: https://ift.tt/2iJ3lGm Pinterest: https://ift.tt/2elCafM

How To Protect & Enhance Trim Pieces! - Chemical Guys

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Art Adorned: Dolce&Gabbana and the Old Masters | Christie's

Our exhibition explores the art historical influences behind Dolce&Gabbana’s Alta Moda, Alta Gioielleria and Alta Sartoria collections. Established by Domenico Dolce and Stefano Gabbana in 1985, Italian fashion brand Dolce&Gabbana is celebrated for its theatrical designs that incorporate luxurious fabrics, opulent embellishments and hand finishes. ‘Dolce&Gabbana has always drawn on culture, costume and art history for their designs,’ comments Flavia Lefebvre D’Ovidio, Old Masters Paintings specialist at Christie’s in London. ‘They pay homage to the past, whilst transmitting a sense of glamour, richness and opulence.’ Art Adorned (22 November to 3 December 2019) is a new exhibition at Christie’s in London that explores the enduring influence of the Renaissance, Baroque and Rococo movements on Dolce&Gabbana’s Alta Moda, Alta Gioielleria and Alta Sartoria collections, their homage to luxury and Italian craftsmanship. Find out more: https://ift.tt/2sbp3rC -- Subscribe to Christie's YouTube: http://goo.gl/Vmh7Hf Sign up to Christie's Weekly: https://goo.gl/kc8qpV Follow Christie's on: Facebook: https://ift.tt/2elC9Zg Twitter: https://twitter.com/ChristiesInc Instagram: https://ift.tt/2iJ3lGm Pinterest: https://ift.tt/2elCafM

Fake Dragon's Den Scams: Why are we falling for them? - Which?

Making a fraudulent investment look like it’s got the backing of a big-name celebrity, such as the star from BBC's Dragon's Den, is becoming increasingly common. So what is it that makes these adverts so persuasive? Dr. Linda Kaye explains why we can fall prey to such tricks. Subscribe to make sure you never miss out on our reviews and advice: http://bit.ly/JoinWhichOnYouTube Looking for the latest product reviews and advice? You're in the right place. Which? has been championing the cause for consumers since 1957, asking probing questions of businesses and manufacturers, and pursuing the answers that put you in the driving seat. Reviews You Can Trust Which? has more than 1.3m members and supporters, making us the largest independent consumer body in the UK. Our commitment to providing unbiased advice to consumers is at the heart of everything we do. So from choosing a TV, mobile phone, new car, or holiday, to managing your personal financial needs, we’re always on your side. Completely Independent The unique thing about Which? is that we are completely independent. This means we work entirely on behalf of you – so you can rest assured that you're getting the very best advice available. Which? works for you reviewing products and services, so that you make the best purchase decisions for your needs. For more expert advice visit: https://www.which.co.uk Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/whichuk Join the discussion on Facebook: https://ift.tt/1fAOmna

How Fast Is Our Modified Turbo Mini On Track?

In the final episode of our Mini build series, Alex and the guys take Klaus to the track to see how fast the mods have made it! Check out RaceChip’s Instagram: https://ift.tt/356Q3Xo Check out RaceChip’s channel here: https://www.youtube.com/user/RaceChipChiptuning Get your own RaceChip here: https://ift.tt/2ltM7Lo SUBSCRIBE: http://bit.ly/CTSubscribe ----- Follow Car Throttle ----- Subscribe to Car Throttle: http://bit.ly/CTSubscribe On Instagram: https://ift.tt/2BVRX0v On Facebook: https://ift.tt/18QrL2y On our website: https://ift.tt/YWKAsV ----- Music by ----- Epidemic Sound https://ift.tt/19pXSrH

How To Fix Scratches & Swirls On New Car! - Chemical Guys

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Living With A Retro VW Campervan

Want to win a one-of-a-kind 1967 VW 21-Window Bus? Omaze can make that happen! For your chance to win, support a great cause and enter here: http://bit.ly/Win-1967-VW-21-Window-Bus This week, Alex, Ethan and Jack embark on an epic 600+ mile trip to Germany in a retro VW Campervan! SUBSCRIBE: http://bit.ly/CTSubscribe ----- Follow Car Throttle ----- Subscribe to Car Throttle: http://bit.ly/CTSubscribe On Instagram: https://ift.tt/2BVRX0v On Facebook: https://ift.tt/18QrL2y On our website: https://ift.tt/YWKAsV ----- Music by ----- Epidemic Sound https://ift.tt/19pXSrH

How To: Best Way To Protect New Car! - Chemical Guys

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Online marketplaces selling dangerous imitation adapters - Which?

Online marketplaces are rife with dodgy electronics and unsafe toys, while major white goods manufacturers are still taking chances with consumers’ safety. Dangerous products are putting millions of people at risk. Enough is enough. Sign our petition and demand action against unsafe products. https://ift.tt/2C2f9wq Looking for the latest product reviews and advice? You're in the right place. Which? has been championing the cause for consumers since 1957, asking probing questions of businesses and manufacturers, and pursuing the answers that put you in the driving seat. Reviews You Can Trust Which? has more than 1.3m members and supporters, making us the largest independent consumer body in the UK. Our commitment to providing unbiased advice to consumers is at the heart of everything we do. So from choosing a TV, mobile phone, new car, or holiday, to managing your personal financial needs, we’re always on your side. Completely Independent The unique thing about Which? is that we are completely independent. This means we work entirely on behalf of you – so you can rest assured that you're getting the very best advice available. Which? works for you reviewing products and services, so that you make the best purchase decisions for your needs. For more expert advice visit: https://www.which.co.uk Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/whichuk Join the discussion on Facebook: https://ift.tt/1fAOmna

Podcast #241: Easy Ways to Upgrade Your Style With Aaron Marino | The Art of Manliness

Many of you have probably seen today’s guest on YouTube. His name is Aaron Marino and he’s made a name for himself as a men’s style expert with his often zany videos geared towards helping men look and feel their best. He’s also been a two-time contestant on Shark Tank. Today on the show, Aaron and I discuss how an early business setback in the fitness industry led him to creating a men’s style empire online. We also get into the nitty gritty of men’s style by discussing the common style mistakes men make and the easy and cheap fixes that will help you look like a million bucks. This podcast is filled with with actionable steps that you can start implementing today to look more stylish and make a better impression wherever you go. Follow us! https://ift.tt/YAd15k http://twitter.com/artofmanliness

Podcast #240: The Making of Winston Churchill | The Art of Manliness

When we hear the name “Winston Churchill,” images of the cigar chomping, overweight, elderly aristocrat who led England through their Finest Hour probably come to mind. What few people realize, however, is that as a young man Churchill lived a life of romantic adventure and daring by fighting at the battlefront in three different wars before he was 23 years old. And he capped off his military career by serving as a 24-year-old war corespondent in the Boer War, where he was taken prisoner, made an audacious escape, and returned home to England as a national hero. My guest today on the podcast has just published a detailed account of Churchill’s capture and escape during the Boer War and how it launched his career as the statesman we remember today. Her name is Candice Millard, and you may have read her previous book The River of Doubt about Theodore Roosevelt’s exploration of the Amazon. Her latest book is called Hero of the Empire: The Boer War, a Daring Escape, and the Making of Winston Churchill. On today’s show Candice and I discuss the supreme confidence Churchill had as a young man that he was destined for greatness and how he intentionally sought after dangerous military missions that would catapult him to fame. We also discuss the compelling leadership and persuasion ability Churchill displayed during the Boer War that would later propel his political career, as well as the similarities between Churchill and Teddy Roosevelt. Follow us! https://ift.tt/YAd15k http://twitter.com/artofmanliness

Podcast #239: Saving Your Marriage Before It Starts | The Art of Manliness

If you’re a man on the precipice of marriage or have marriage as a life goal, one worry you likely have is “Will my marriage last?” While divorce rates have been decreasing since they reached their peak in the late 1970s and early ’80s, there’s still a perception out there that marriage is just a crapshoot — a game of Russian roulette — and that the odds favor you ending up in a family court, or at best in a sad and loveless relationship. My guest today argues that doesn’t have to be your fate as long as you take a proactive approach to marriage. With some thought and intentionality, you can help ensure that you have a happy, loving, fulfilling relationship that lasts until death do you part. His name is Les Parrott and he’s a clinical psychologist specializing in marriage and family. He, along with his wife Leslie, who’s also a marriage therapist, have written a book to help couples prepare themselves for matrimonial commitment. It’s called Saving Your Marriage Before It Starts: Seven Questions to Ask Before — And After — You Marry. Today on the show, Les and I discuss how a man can know if he’s personally ready for marriage, the myths people have about marriage that set them up for disappointment, and the conversations you should be having with your future spouse to help ensure you have a happy life together. While the conversation is geared towards soon-to-be-marrieds and newlyweds, even if you’ve been married for a couple decades, you’re going to find some useful advice and insights in this show. Follow us! https://ift.tt/YAd15k http://twitter.com/artofmanliness

Podcast #238: Life in a Secular Age | The Art of Manliness

It’s said that we live in a secular age. But what does that mean? Is it simply that people are less religious or is it something more? Philosophy professor Charles Taylor wrote a 900-page tome called A Secular Age in which he argues that secularity has more to do with a feeling of uncertainty about truth that pervades a culture in which all ideas are contested and contestable. My guest today on the show wrote a reader’s guide to Taylor’s epic work. His name is James K. A. Smith (he goes by Jamie). He’s a Professor of Philosophy at Calvin College and his book is called How (Not) to Be Secular. Today on the show, Jamie and I discuss what it means to live in a secular age, how we got here, and why it creates so much anxiety. Whether you’re a believer, agnostic, or atheist, you’re going to find some fascinating insights about today’s culture. Jamie and I also discuss his latest book called You Are What You Love: The Spiritual Power of Habit in which he argues that our lives are filled with “liturgies” whether we know it or not, and how not being mindful of these liturgies can result in living a life you’re not wholly satisfied with. Put on your philosophical and sociological hard hats. We’re digging deep into the mine of human existence in this thought-provoking but accessible episode on secularity and spirituality. Follow us! https://ift.tt/YAd15k http://twitter.com/artofmanliness

Podcast #237: Rise of the Sufferfests | The Art of Manliness

For the past several years, you’d be hard-pressed to scroll through your Facebook feed, especially in the summertime, without seeing some of your friends posting pictures of themselves at the finish line of a mud run or obstacle race. Events like the Warrior Dash, Spartan Race, and Tough Mudder have become well-known parts of the modern recreational scene. Many of you listening have probably done one yourself. But why exactly have obstacle races, known as OCRs, exploded in popularity in recent times? Why do millions of affluent suburbanites pay as much as $200 to have their bodies bruised and banged and sometimes subjected to extreme cold, electrical shocks, and even tear gas? My guest today has spent the past few years exploring that question and he’s made a documentary sharing the answers he’s found. His name is Scott Keneally and his documentary is called Rise of the Sufferfests. In today’s show, Scott and I discuss how the little-known origins of obstacle racing can be traced to a farm in England, how enterprising businessmen turned that idea into a multi-billion dollar industry, and the cultural forces that have provided the soil for obstacle courses to grow so rapidly. We also discuss the criticism levied at obstacle racing and what Scott thinks the future holds for OCRs. Follow us! https://ift.tt/YAd15k http://twitter.com/artofmanliness

Podcast #236: The Fourth Turning | The Art of Manliness

The philosopher Lewis Mumford said that “Every generation revolts against its fathers and makes friends with its grandfathers.” That has certainly been the case in my own life. I love my father, but grew up really idolizing my grandfather, and the whole World War II generation he was part of. In fact, my admiration for that generation was a huge part of what inspired and continues to inspire the Art of Manliness. The mission of AoM has been to bring back some of the best values of our grandparents’ generation that got lost at the end of the 20th century. According to the historian and demographer Neil Howe, there’s a reason Millennials tend to identify more with the Greatest Generation than with Baby Boomers. In fact, there’s a whole pattern that generations, and history itself, cycles through again and again, much like the changing of the seasons. In the 1990s, Howe, along with co-author William Strauss, published two books, Generations and The Fourth Turning, which set out a bold and fascinating theory: that history can be broken down into 4 phases, and 4 generational archetypes that repeat themselves over and over every 80 or so years. What are the characteristics of the generational archetype you belong to? What historical phase are we in now, and what does the Strauss-Howe theory predict is likely to happen to the geo-political and economic landscape in the next decade? Stay tuned for the answers to these questions and much more. This is an utterly fascinating podcast you definitely won’t want to miss, and will be talking over with your friends and family. Follow us! https://ift.tt/YAd15k http://twitter.com/artofmanliness

10Best 2020: 93 New Vehicles Fighting to Make Our List

A peek into the selection process for Car and Driver’s annual award. For More Info: visit www.caranddriver.com Our winners of 10Best 2020 are announced Wednesday, November 20th. Subscribe to Car and Driver http://bit.ly/SUBSCRIBEtoCARandDRIVER

Podcast #235: The Curious Science of War | The Art of Manliness

War has always been a catalyst for technological innovations. There’s nothing that will spur human creativity and ingenuity quite like figuring out how to kill your enemies more effectively, and how to keep them from killing you. But besides refining the techniques of killing and defending against human combatants, militaries across time and culture have spent a lot of money and energy figuring out ways to make their soldiers more physically and psychologically robust to other kinds of battlefield perils as well: panic, exhaustion, heat exposure, and much more. Many of the discoveries that military scientists have made in this quest to make soldiers sturdier have benefited the civilian world as well. My guest today on the podcast did a firsthand investigation of the fascinating history of military research and shared her findings in a highly readable and entertaining book. Her name is Mary Roach and she’s the author of Grunt: The Curious Science of Humans at War. Today on the show, Mary gives us a look inside the military fashion departments that create uniforms that keep soldiers cool, comfortable, and protected from chemical weapons, all while still looking good, unpacks why diarrhea has always been one of the biggest threats in war, and discusses why conquering the need to sleep has been a goal of militaries around the world for ages. Follow us! https://ift.tt/YAd15k http://twitter.com/artofmanliness

Podcast #234: Haggling and Deal Making Advice From a FBI Hostage Negotiator | The Art of Manliness

Negotiation. If you’re like most people who grew up in the West, particularly America, negotiation might make you uncomfortable because it’s not really part of the culture. The price someone asks is usually the price we pay. But negotiation is something all of us will have to do at one time or another. A job salary or car price are two obvious examples that come to mind, but you can also negotiate internet charges, hotel rates, Craigslist deals, and more. The problem is that the way most folks go about haggling when they do have to is often counter-productive. For example, it’s typically assumed the best way to negotiate is to quickly get to yes and make compromises. But what if the better approach is to make “no” your goal and to never split the difference? Well, that’s what my guest on the show today argues. And his insights have been field-tested in truly critical situations. His name is Chris Voss, and he’s a former lead international kidnapping negotiator and the author of Never Split the Difference: Negotiating As if Your Life Depended On It. Today on the show, Chris shares tactics and strategies he developed to better negotiate with kidnappers which also work in the civilian world. And many of his tips run counter to what you’ve probably been taught. If you’re looking to become a better haggler, you’re going to love this episode. It’s packed with tons of actionable advice. Follow us! https://ift.tt/YAd15k http://twitter.com/artofmanliness

Podcast #233: Diet and Nutrition Advice from the Doctor of Gains | The Art of Manliness

When it comes to fitness, figuring out what kind of diet to follow can get really confusing, really fast. There are so many plans out there to choose from: Paleo, slow-carb, carb-backloading, intermittent fasting, if it fits your macros, etc. Compounding the confusion is all the information out there about about timing your nutrition so that you can get maximal muscle gains while reducing fat accumulation. The choices can be so overwhelming that some men just give up altogether and go back to eating whatever it is they feel like. Mainly cheesy poofs. Today on the show, we cut through all the confusion when it comes to nutrition and fitness by talking to an actual Doctor of Gains. His name is Jordan Feigenbaum. He’s a Starting Strength Coach, diet consultant for some of the best competitive powerlifters and CrossFit athletes in the world, and a medical doctor currently doing his residency at UCLA. Jordan I discuss why barbell training is the best medicine for overall fitness, the best way to approach diet for strength training, and why you can’t gain strength and muscle while simultaneously losing fat. We also discuss which supplements are the biggest waste of money and which ones are actually scientifically proven to work. This episode is jam-packed with actionable information, so be sure to take notes. Follow us! https://ift.tt/YAd15k http://twitter.com/artofmanliness

Podcast #232: Become the Chief Financial Officer of Family | The Art of Manliness

My guest today on the show argues that in order to get a big picture view of your finances, you need to start looking at your family as a business and yourself as the Chief Financial Officer of Family Inc. His name is Doug McCormick and he’s a professional investor and the author of "Family Inc.: Using Business Principles to Maximize Your Family’s Wealth." Today on the show, Doug and I discuss the two types of assets you’re managing as the CFO of your family, and the business principles you can apply in your family "enterprise" to help them grow. We also discuss the metrics that corporate CFOs use to determine the health of a company and how you can use the same ones to measure the health of your family’s finances. Follow us! https://ift.tt/YAd15k http://twitter.com/artofmanliness

How To Wash & Dry A Brand New Car! - Chemical Guys

In today's video, Nick and Joseph explain how to properly wash and dry this brand new Hyundai Veloster N! You've just bought a brand new car, but how do you keep it looking showroom fresh? A wash using Clean Slate to gently remove adhesive from protective films during transport as well as coats of sealant and wax to expose the surface for inspection. Professional detailers routinely remove old layers of wax and sealant that block fresh wax, clear bras, and vinyl wraps from sticking directly to paintwork. Wash with Clean Slate before polishing to avoid wax residue buildup on polishing pads. mproper washing can cause scratches and swirls that make your paintwork appear dull and neglected. Mr. Pink is blended with super-slick polymers with hyper surfactants that lift, capture, and lubricate abrasive debris, allowing the surface to be gently wiped to minimize scratching and swirling. Choose Mr. Pink to help glide your wash mitt effortlessly over the surface for the perfect weekly wash! The worst part of every detail is arriving at your next destination with dry water spot trails dripping from every crack and crevice. With the Blaster Sidekick, every detailer can easily push standing water from hard to reach nooks and crannies after every car wash, or even blow out dust, dirt, and debris from underneath seats, vents, dashboards, cubbies, compartments, and cup holders. ••••••••••••••• Products Used in Today's Video ••••••••••••••••• ➜ Clean Slate Surface Cleanser Wash https://ift.tt/2ryzOjN ➜ Big Mouth Foam Cannon: https://ift.tt/2SIrsBy ➜ Mr. Pink Car Wash: https://ift.tt/2Xshybs ➜ Dirt Trap Bucket Insert: https://ift.tt/2EDJO3b ➜ Bucket: https://ift.tt/2HfZEUd ➜ Metro Vac Sidekick: https://ift.tt/2NWzWWJ •••••••••••••••••••• ● Website: www.ChemicalGuys.com ● Subscribe to our channel: https://www.youtube.com/subscription_center?add_user=chemicalguys ● Subscribe to our newsletter: https://ift.tt/2vjCz9T ● Like Us on Facebook: https://ift.tt/2uJzRxo ● Follow us on Instagram: https://ift.tt/2vjwfPB #chemicalguys #detailing #carcare

Podcast #231: How the Ghosts of Tradition Inspired Ancient Military Might | The Art of Manliness

The armies of ancient Greece and Rome have gained legendary status. Both militaries successfully conquered much of the known world in their respective eras. But what made them so formidable? Technological innovation? Novel strategies? Plain old grit? My guest today on the podcast argues that it was the Greek and Roman armies’ reverence for their mythic pasts that made them great. His name is J.E. Lendon (he goes by Ted). He’s a classical scholar and the author of "Soldiers and Ghosts: A History of Battle in Classical Antiquity." Follow us! https://ift.tt/YAd15k http://twitter.com/artofmanliness

Podcast #230: How to Deal With Aggressive People | The Art of Manliness

I’ve had guests on the show to talk about how to defend yourself from violent attacks, but what can you do to de-escalate potentially violent confrontations so things don’t come to fist blows? How do you deal with people who get in your face and act in verbally belligerent ways? My guest today has spent his career studying the psychology of aggressive people and how to handle them. His name is Shawn Smith, and he’s a psychologist, and the author of the book Surviving Aggressive People: Practical Violence Prevention Skills for the Workplace and the Street. Today on the show, Shawn and I discuss why you need to worry more about aggressive attacks from people you know rather than from strangers, the difference between desperate aggression and expert aggression, and tactics you can use to prevent tense social situations from escalating to violence. Follow us! https://ift.tt/YAd15k http://twitter.com/artofmanliness

Podcast #229: How Men and Women Socialize Differently | The Art of Manliness

The popular idea out there is that women are more social than men and men are more competitive than women. What’s more, these tendencies are socially conditioned rather than biologically innate. But what if it’s the other way around? My guest today is a psychologist who has spent thirty years researching the differences between how boys and girls socialize, and she’s discovered that many ideas that people have on the subject are completely wrong. Her name is Joyce Benenson and she’s the author of the book Warriors and Worriers: The Survival of the Sexes. Today on the show Joyce and I discuss the biological origins of male and female socialization, why men prefer all-male groups, and why women can be just as, if not more competitive, as men. We also discuss how men compete to cooperate and why men can make up much faster with an enemy than women can. Follow us! https://ift.tt/YAd15k http://twitter.com/artofmanliness

Podcast #228: What It Takes to Become a Navy SEAL | The Art of Manliness

I’ve had several Navy SEALs on the podcast, because as the SEALs are one of the world’s last bastions of unabashed manliness, they have a lot to teach modern men. My previous SEAL guests have talked about how the lessons they learned from being a special operator can apply to gaining greater resilience, navigating the business world, and even parenting. In these interviews, my guests talked a little about their SEAL training. But in today’s episode, we’re really going to get into the nitty gritty of that training, and talk about the specifics of what it takes to become a Navy SEAL. My guest today is Rorke Denver. He’s a Navy SEAL commander and the author of two books: Damn Few: Making the Modern SEAL Warrior and Worth Dying For: A Navy SEAL’s Call to Action. Today on the show Rorke and I discuss the intense training that goes into becoming a SEAL as well as what lessons civilians can take from the SEALs on leadership, sacrifice, and duty. Follow us! https://ift.tt/YAd15k http://twitter.com/artofmanliness

Podcast #227: The Art & Science of Loving the Place You Live| The Art of Manliness

There’s a tendency in people to think that if they only lived in a super cool place, their lives would be infinitely better. While it’s true that geography can influence our well-being, we often vastly overestimate how much moving will actually improve our lives. If you’re miserable in one city, you’re probably going to be miserable somewhere else. There’s truth to the adage “Wherever you go, there you are.” And let’s face it. We often don’t have complete control over where we live due to jobs, family obligations, and other factors. So how can you learn to love the place you live, even if you don’t feel it’s the place of your dreams, or the most ideal location? My guest today spent a year researching the burgeoning science of what’s called “place attachment” in order to answer that question. Her name is Melody Warnick and she’s the author of This Is Where You Belong: The Art and Science of Loving the Place You Live. On the show Melody and I discuss what “place attachment” is and what you can do to have more of it for the place you live. This is a great podcast filled with some extremely actionable advice. Follow us! https://ift.tt/YAd15k http://twitter.com/artofmanliness

Podcast #226: The Success Equation | The Art of Manliness

When it comes to the factors that lead to success, there’s a tendency in folks to discount the role of luck. We like to think we’re the complete masters of our fortune — that we can control everything that happens to us and make our own luck. But by not giving luck its due, we actually prevent ourselves from effectively managing this force so we can experience success in the long run. My guest today has written a book on the math of success, skill, and luck. His name is Michael Mauboussin and he’s the author of The Success Equation: Untangling Skill and Luck in Business, Sports, and Investing. Today Michael and I discuss the philosophy and math of luck, the activities in life that rely more on luck than skill, and what you can do to manage luck like a poker player in order to be more successful in life. Lots of great practical takeaways in this episode. You won’t want to miss it. Follow us! https://ift.tt/YAd15k http://twitter.com/artofmanliness

Podcast #225: The Real Life James Bond | The Art of Manliness

Bond. James Bond. 007 is a masculine film icon. He’s handsome, debonair, and dangerous. He completely epitomizes the French idea of savoir faire — the ability to know what to do in any situation. Bond is so damn manly, it’d be easy to think that he was purely the creation of author Ian Fleming’s imagination. But in fact, Bond was inspired by a real-life WWII spy, and his life and career was even more Bond-like than James Bond himself. My guest today has written a biography of the real-life inspiration for James Bond. His name is Larry Loftis and he’s the author of the book Into The Lion’s Mouth: The True Story of Dusko Popov: World War II Spy, Patriot, and the Real-Life Inspiration for James Bond. Today on the show we talk about Dusko Popov and his career as a double agent during WWII. Larry and I discuss how Dusko got involved with spying, the insanely dangerous missions he went on, and the real-life encounter between him and Ian Fleming that inspired one of popular culture’s most iconic characters. Follow us! https://ift.tt/YAd15k http://twitter.com/artofmanliness

Podcast #224: Why Smart People Do Dumb Things | The Art of Manliness

Why do smart people do dumb things? This is one of the many questions my guest has explored during his writing career. Malcolm Gladwell is a writer at the New Yorker, the author of several New York Times bestselling books, and now host of the podcast Revisionist History. Today on the podcast, Malcolm and I explore the question of why smart people do dumb things by looking at, among other things, the basketball career of Wilt Chamberlain. We discuss how Wilt discovered a way to increase his free-throw shooting percentage dramatically, but why he consciously decided not to continue using that technique. We also discuss why going to elite colleges can actually backfire on you, and the criteria you should use when picking a college that doesn’t involve school rankings. I also ask Malcolm about his writing process, how to ask better questions, and how to find insights in the mundane. This is a great discussion with a fascinating mind. You don’t want to miss this! Follow us! https://ift.tt/YAd15k http://twitter.com/artofmanliness

Podcast #223: George Washington, Benedict Arnold, and Valiant Ambition| The Art of Manliness

In the history of the American Revolution, two figures stand in stark contrast to each other: George Washington and Benedict Arnold. In the American imagination, Washington is elevated as an example of sterling character, while Arnold is ostracized to the seventh layer of Dante’s hell. But what few Americans know is at the start of the War of Independence, Washington was a blundering general, while Arnold was one of the colonies’ very best. How is it that Washington transformed himself into one of America’s greatest leaders while Arnold ended up betraying his countrymen? That’s what my guest today explores in his book Valiant Ambition: George Washington, Benedict Arnold, and the Fate of the American Revolution. His name is Nathaniel Philbrick and today on the show we discuss the evolution of Washington as a general and a statesman, Benedict Arnold’s amazing, but often forgotten battlefield exploits for the American cause, and how Arnold’s valiant ambition turned into a vain and treacherous appetite that led to his downfall. Along the way, Nathaniel and I talk about the life lessons we can take from these two eminent revolutionaries. Follow us! https://ift.tt/YAd15k http://twitter.com/artofmanliness

Podcast #222: The Laws of Wealth | The Art of Manliness

To the layman, financial investing can look extremely complicated. And while financial markets are certainly complex, the rules governing sound investment are actually pretty simple. The problem most people have is following those rules. It’s all about behavior. My guest today is a behavioral finance expert who has recently published a book crammed with practical advice to help investors from all walks of life have better investing behavior. His name is Daniel Crosby and his book is The Laws of Wealth: Psychology and the Secret to Investing Success. Today on the show, we discuss the psychological biases we have that cause us to make stupid investing mistakes and what we can do to overcome them, why index funds aren’t exactly “passive investments,” as well as how behavioral finance principles can help you live a happier and more flourishing life. Follow us! https://ift.tt/YAd15k http://twitter.com/artofmanliness

Podcast #221: Reach Your Peak | The Art of Manliness

Where does greatness come from? Why was Ted Williams the greatest hitter in the history of baseball? What made Mozart one of history’s most talented composers? Why was Shakespeare such a brilliant writer? The typical answer most people give is that greatness is innate — you’re either born with certain gifts and talents or you’re not. But recent research suggests otherwise. Greatness is in fact made through years of hard, deliberate practice. My guest today has been at the forefront of this research on the science of expertise. His name is Anders Ericsson and he’s a professor of psychology at Florida State University. He, along with co-author Robert Pool, have recently published a book highlighting Ericsson’s research into the true nature and malleability of talent. It’s called Peak: Secrets From the New Science of Expertise. Today on the show, Anders and I discuss the common misconceptions people have about talent, why the way most people practice leads to mediocre results, and how you can start implementing deliberate practice in your life to master any domain you choose. Follow us! https://ift.tt/YAd15k http://twitter.com/artofmanliness

Podcast #220: Tyrants — A History of Power, Injustice, and Terror | The Art of Manliness

Since the days of Ancient Greece, a battle between two political forces has been going on in the West: democracy vs. tyranny. But what makes a tyrant a tyrant? How has tyranny changed throughout Western history? And what is its connection to masculinity? My guest today has recently published a book that explores these questions. His name is Waller Newell. He’s a professor of political science and philosophy at Carleton University in Canada. I’ve had Waller on the podcast before to discuss his great book, The Code of Man. Today on the show, we discuss his latest book, Tyrants: A History of Power, Injustice, and Terror. Waller and I talk about the three types of tyranny that pop up in world history, what we can learn about tyranny and masculinity from the Ancient Greeks and Romans, how some tyrants paved the way for liberal democracies, how ISIS is a form of modern tyranny, and what the antidote to tyranny is. This is a fascinating show with lots of implications for today’s geopolitical environment. Follow us! https://ift.tt/YAd15k http://twitter.com/artofmanliness

Podcast #219: The Real Life Story of Hemingway and The Sun Also Rises | The Art of Manliness

Ernest Hemingway is a literary legend, but unlike many literary legends, he gained that status while he was still alive. In fact, many already had him pegged as one of the world’s next great writers right at the very beginning of his career when he introduced his first novel, The Sun Also Rises. My guest today has published a detailed account of how Hemingway created his first novel and in the process, created the now-iconic Hemingway Persona — a virile, adventurous, laconic wordsmith. Her name is Lesley Blume and her book is Everybody Behaves Badly: The True Story Behind Hemingway’s Masterpiece The Sun Also Rises. Today on the show, Lesley and I discuss Hemingway’s drive to revolutionize literature, the authenticity of his manly persona, and the real life party in Spain that inspired his classic debut novel. Follow us! https://ift.tt/YAd15k http://twitter.com/artofmanliness

Podcast #218: The Lost Arts of Modern Civilization | The Art of Manliness

Hosting guests, letter writing, and going out on real dates are often seen as old-fashioned practices that are no longer needed in an age when folks can book an Airbnb room instead of crashing at your pad, you can communicate instantaneously via email or text, and your next girlfriend is just a Tinder swipe away. But my guest today argues that the refinement of civilization requires that we still continue these supposedly old-fashioned practices. His name is Mitchell Kalpakgian and he’s the author of The Lost Arts of Modern Civilization: How to Taste and See the Abundance of Life. Today on the show, we discuss what Homer can teach us about being a good host, why writing letters by hand will always beat email, and why you might consider resurrecting the forgotten art of courtship. Follow us! https://ift.tt/YAd15k http://twitter.com/artofmanliness

Podcast #217: The Importance of Having a Tribe | The Art of Manliness

In many modern, Western democracies, individualism reigns supreme. The goal of life is to be a man who marches to the beat of his own drummer and is unencumbered by others. Individuals who prefer tribalism or group belonging are either looked at with suspicion or disdain. But what if our quest for hyper-individualism is actually making us miserable? What if belonging to a tight-knit group that requires loyalty and self-sacrifice is the key to feeling fulfilled and wholly human? That’s the argument that my guest makes in his latest book. His name is Sebastian Junger. You may have read his account of being embedded with an Army platoon serving in Afghanistan in his must-read book War, or seen his visceral documentary about battle in the Korengal Valley called Restrepo. In his latest book, Tribe, Junger uses his firsthand experience as a war reporter as a starting point in exploring the vital human need to belong to a group. In today’s show, Sebastian and I discuss how humans are wired for tribalism, how males bond, and whether or not it’s possible to recapture tribe in a large and prosperous society. Follow us! https://ift.tt/YAd15k http://twitter.com/artofmanliness

Podcast #216: How Men Evolved for Fighting | The Art of Manliness

One of the things that makes humans, well, human is the ability to make a fist. Other primates can’t do this. The commonly accepted theory as to why humans developed the ability to make a fist is that they needed to do so in order to grasp tools. But research conducted by my guests today have led them to posit a very different theory. They argue that the reason we can make a fist is so we can give better knuckle sandwiches. Their names are Dr. David Carrier and Dr. Michael Morgan. Dr. Carrier is a professor of evolutionary biology at the University of Utah and Dr. Morgan is an emergency room physician. When Dr. Morgan was an undergrad at the University of Utah, he worked with Dr. Carrier on two papers which explored the role physical aggression may have played in the development of the human fist. Today on the show, we discuss that idea and the theory that human bodies, especially male bodies, evolved for fighting. Follow us! https://ift.tt/YAd15k http://twitter.com/artofmanliness

Podcast #215: Becoming an Individual in an Age of Distraction | The Art of Manliness

A common complaint of the modern age is the sense of distraction and lack of focus that pervades our lives. We typically blame technology like the internet or smartphones for our inability to concentrate on the task at hand. But my guest today argues that the culture of distraction we face runs much deeper than that and actually began several hundred years ago with the Enlightenment. His name is Matthew Crawford, and he’s the author of Shop Class as Soulcraft as well as his latest book The World Beyond Your Head: On Becoming an Individual in an Age of Distraction. Today on the show, Matthew and I discuss the origins of our distracted culture and the deeper implications of lives lived totally inside our own heads. We explore the idea that if we really want to live a life of focus, we need to go beyond just blocking time-wasting sites on our computers and phones. Are you ready to take that journey and discover the world outside your head? You’ll definitely want to tune in to this discussion. Follow us! https://ift.tt/YAd15k http://twitter.com/artofmanliness

Podcast #214: How to Have a Good Day, Every Day | The Art of Manliness

We’ve all had those days where everything seems to go just right. We set goals for ourselves and we accomplish them. Instead of frittering away our time on YouTube, we’re focused and get work done. Even when we experience setbacks, we’re able to deal with them graciously and effectively. It’s easy to attribute these sorts of days to luck, but my guest today argues that research from behavioral economics and psychology can show us how we can consistently have more of these good days. Her name is Caroline Webb and she’s the author of How to Have a Good Day. In her book, she highlights this research and provides brass tacks advice on how to apply it so you can start having more good days. Today on the show, we discuss how to set goals in the morning and put them into action, how to reduce cognitive overload so you can make better decisions, and how to deal with irksome people and setbacks so they don’t ruin your day. Follow us! https://ift.tt/YAd15k http://twitter.com/artofmanliness

Podcast #213: Undoing the Damage of Chronic Sitting | The Art of Manliness

If you’re like many men who work a 9-5 in an office, you probably spend a great deal of time sitting down at your job. And then when you get home, the sitting continues as you lounge on the sofa watching TV or surfing reddit on your smartphone. While sitting feels comfortable, too much of it can cause all sorts of damage to your body. My guest today on the podcast has written a book highlighting what the latest medical research says about the dangers of chronic sitting and how you can undo its damage. His name is Dr. Kelly Starrett. He’s the owner of MobilityWod and the author of the book Deskbound: Standing Up to a Sitting World. Today on the show, Kelly and I discuss what happens to your body when you sit too much, how sitting is getting in the way of your athletic goals, and what you can do to undo the damage of sitting. Lots of actionable ideas to take away from this podcast, so take note! Follow us! https://ift.tt/YAd15k http://twitter.com/artofmanliness

Podcast #212: Ego Is the Enemy | The Art of Manliness

In the quest to become the men we want to be, we’re often our own worst enemies, especially when it comes to our egos. Ego is what prevents us from being humble and teachable when we’re first starting out in an endeavor. It blinds us to our own weaknesses during success, and it can cause us to wallow in self-pity when we fail. My guest today on the podcast has recently published a book filled with insights from history on how ego can get in the way of our success and what we can do to mitigate its downsides. His name is Ryan Holiday and his book is Ego Is the Enemy. Today on the show, we look at examples from history of eminent men whose hubris caused their downfall, and others who were able to successfully harness their ego to attain greatness. We also discuss steps that you can take to prevent ego from causing you to stumble. Follow us! https://ift.tt/YAd15k http://twitter.com/artofmanliness

Podcast #211: Difficult Conversations, Small Talk, and Charisma | The Art of Manliness

A few months ago, I did a podcast with Frances Cole Jones, author of How to Wow. It was all about how to put your best foot forward in any social or business situation so you can give a persuasive pitch, nail the job interview, or romance that gal you’ve had your eye on. At the end of the show, Frances invited listeners to go to her site to use the “Ask a Question” form to ask her any question they had about personal presentation and social skills. She was inundated with great queries from AoM podcast listeners. So, I thought it would be fun (and useful) to bring Frances back on the show to answer some of the questions you all asked her and I think we’ll bring her back every quarter or so to answer more. In today’s show, Frances answers questions about how to develop charisma, how to deal with difficult conversations in work and in life, and how to handle insecurities — like a stutter or feeling like you’re too short. There’s a lot of great, actionable advice in this podcast to up your social game. Follow us! https://ift.tt/YAd15k http://twitter.com/artofmanliness

Podcast #210: Got Grit? | The Art of Manliness

Why are some people more successful than others? It’s a tough question to answer because it’s a mixture of a whole bunch of factors, many of which are out of our control like luck or even our genetics. But there are a few factors that we have a say over and one of them is the ability to persevere, even in the face of setbacks. In other words, grit. My guest today has spent her career researching what makes people gritty and how we can develop this trait in ourselves. Her name is Angela Duckworth. She’s a professor of psychology at the University of Pennsylvania and the author of the book Grit: The Power of Passion and Perseverance. Today on the show we discuss her research on grit and insights on how we can develop this important trait ourselves based on her visits and interactions with poor, inner city students, West Point cadets, and Seattle Seahawks football players. Follow us! https://ift.tt/YAd15k http://twitter.com/artofmanliness

Insurance rip-offs: The pensioners priced out of travelling - Which?

A Which? investigation reveals older people are being priced out of going on holiday by the excessive cost of senior travel insurance. Get expert advice on how to find travel insurance if you’re over 65: https://ift.tt/33Se706. Subscribe to make sure you never miss out on our reviews and advice: http://bit.ly/JoinWhichOnYouTube Looking for the latest product reviews and advice? You're in the right place. Which? has been championing the cause for consumers since 1957, asking probing questions of businesses and manufacturers, and pursuing the answers that put you in the driving seat. Reviews You Can Trust Which? has more than 1.3m members and supporters, making us the largest independent consumer body in the UK. Our commitment to providing unbiased advice to consumers is at the heart of everything we do. So from choosing a TV, mobile phone, new car, or holiday, to managing your personal financial needs, we’re always on your side. Completely Independent The unique thing about Which? is that we are completely independent. This means we work entirely on behalf of you – so you can rest assured that you're getting the very best advice available. Which? works for you reviewing products and services, so that you make the best purchase decisions for your needs. For more expert advice visit: https://www.which.co.uk Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/whichuk Join the discussion on Facebook: https://ift.tt/1fAOmna

Detailing Do's & Don'ts: How To Treat A Brand New Vehicle! - Hyundai Veloster N - Chemical Guys

This is the "Do's and Don'ts " of detailing a brand new car. This is a Hyundai Veloster N that has just strolled off of the showroom floor. Purchasing a new car is exciting, daunting and confusing but detailing it shouldn't be. Joseph and Nick walk us through how to properly care for new vehicles. This is the first installment of the detailing process which is "Inspection". Even though the vehicle has low miles that doesn't mean that it is clean. During transport the paintwork can accumulate fallout and water spots. Also, most vehicles are shipped with protective wraps that leave sticky residue all over. Once they hit the dealer lot, they hastily washed which can cause swirls and scratches. They may be coated with inferior sealants and wax which should be removed before starting your cars' first detail. •••••••••••••••••••• ● Website: www.ChemicalGuys.com ● Subscribe to our channel: https://www.youtube.com/subscription_center?add_user=chemicalguys ● Subscribe to our newsletter: https://ift.tt/2vjCz9T ● Like Us on Facebook: https://ift.tt/2uJzRxo ● Follow us on Instagram: https://ift.tt/2vjwfPB #chemicalguys #detailing #carcare

Podcast #209: What the Navy SEALs Can Teach You About Raising Your Kids | The Art of Manliness

If you’re a dad, you probably want to raise kids who are responsible and resilient. But how do you do that? Well, as we learned in my podcast with Jocko Willink, the Navy SEALs have perfected the art of training responsible and resilient special operators, and can teach business leaders a thing or two about thriving in uncertainty. Perhaps there’s something us dads can learn from them as well. My guest today is retired Navy SEAL Eric Davis and he’s the author of Raising Men: Lessons Navy SEALs Learned from Their Training and Taught to Their Sons. We discuss his time boarding enemy ships as a SEAL, why fatherhood today is like asymmetric warfare, and how to lead from the front as a father. If you’re a dad or a dad to be, you’re going to get a lot out of this show. Even if you’re not a dad, the principles we discuss today can help you become a better man. Follow us! https://ift.tt/YAd15k http://twitter.com/artofmanliness

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Podcast #208: Trout Fishing, Boredom, and the Meaning of Life | The Art of Manliness

Fishing has been used in both film and literature as a backdrop for coming-of-age stories (e.g. A River Runs Through It), musings on manhood, and existential fables. But these fishing-as-life metaphors sometimes become trite, losing their significance. My guest today wanted to write a book about fishing that explores the philosophical but does so in a fresh and more nuanced way. He wanted to write a book about fishing that’s not about fishing. And I think he did a darn good job. His name is Mark Kingwell, and in his book Catch and Release: Trout Fishing and the Meaning of Life, he shares the story of his acquired love for fly fishing and uses it as the context within which to explore themes of masculinity, boredom, procrastination, and more. Today on the show Mark and I discuss the beauty of the perfect fly cast and how it relates to the philosophical debate of form vs function, why doing things with “style” is an important part of manliness, and what fishing can teach us about the active vs. contemplative life. Follow us! https://ift.tt/YAd15k http://twitter.com/artofmanliness

Podcast #207: How to Become a Fat-Burning Beast | The Art of Manliness

Are you an endurance athlete unhappy with your stalled performance? Are you constantly battling aches and pains? Are you running 30 or 40 miles a week, but still can’t get rid of the spare tire around your mid-section? If so, this episode of the AoM Podcast is for you. Today on the show I talk to Mark Sisson about his latest book Primal Endurance. We discuss the well-entrenched endurance training myths that many athletes follow that result in sub-par performance, and the counter-intuitive programming and dieting protocols you need to follow to break through your performance wall. Follow us! https://ift.tt/YAd15k http://twitter.com/artofmanliness

Podcast #206: Extreme Ownership | The Art of Manliness

We live in a time of extreme complexity and uncertainty. In order to stay competitive in the business world, you’re constantly having to adapt and change. As a leader in this environment, you’re often forced to make decisions when you don’t have all the information that you need. Yet the complexity and uncertainty of the marketplace doesn’t compare to that of war. On the battlefield, things happen fast and officers and soldiers on the ground have to make life or death decisions in a matter of seconds. How do they do it? And is there anything that civilians can learn from members of the military on how to lead and make better decisions in a fast-changing environment? My guest today has written a book on this very topic. His name is Jocko Willink, and he’s a retired Navy SEAL officer who not only led a SEAL team during the Battle of Ramadi but also developed a leadership training program for the SEALs. He now spends his time teaching business executives the battle-tested leadership skills that helped him during his time in combat. Jocko has distilled these leadership lessons in his book Extreme Ownership: How U.S. Navy SEALs Lead and Win. Today on the show, Jocko and I discuss what extreme ownership is and why every leader needs to develop it, how to plan and make decisions in uncertain environments, and why discipline equals freedom. If you’re a leader in any capacity, you’re going to get a lot out of this show. It’s a kick in the pants. Follow us! https://ift.tt/YAd15k http://twitter.com/artofmanliness

Ansel Adams: Pioneering Photographer of the American West | Christie's

A guide to the pioneering photographer and environmentalist Ansel Adams, forever identified with the majesty of the American West. Adams, born in 1902, grew up in a house amid the dunes of the Golden Gate — the strait between San Francisco and Marin County — before the famous bridge linking the two headlands was built. The area around San Francisco was still wild then, and he would go on long hikes which helped him escape troubling aspects of his childhood, such as his unhappy schooling and his parents’ financial worries. From 1916 onwards he also began to visit Yosemite National Park every summer. ‘The splendour of Yosemite burst upon us and it was glorious,’ he would later write. ‘There was light everywhere. A new era began for me.’ He began to translate that light into imagery, with a Kodak Box Brownie camera. 10 things to know about Ansel Adams: https://ift.tt/2KpmfNW -- Subscribe to Christie's YouTube: http://goo.gl/Vmh7Hf Sign up to Christie's Weekly: https://goo.gl/kc8qpV Follow Christie's on: Facebook: https://ift.tt/2elC9Zg Twitter: https://twitter.com/ChristiesInc Instagram: https://ift.tt/2iJ3lGm Pinterest: https://ift.tt/2elCafM

Podcast #205: The Merchant Marine & the War Against Hitler’s U-boats | The Art of Manliness

You’ve probably heard of the great battles fought in Europe and the Pacific during WWII, but did you know that part of WWII was fought just miles off the coast of the United States? And that the men taking part in these battles were civilians? Well, my guest today has published a book about this oft-forgotten aspect of WWII history. His name is William Geroux and his book is The Mathews Men: Seven Brothers and the War Against Hitler’s U-boats. Today on the show, William and I discuss the U.S. Merchant Marine, their important role during WWII, and why they were targets for German U-boats off the coast of the United States. We also discuss why Mathews County Virginia produced so many merchant mariners during WWII, and how one family alone sent 15 men to serve. Follow us! https://ift.tt/YAd15k http://twitter.com/artofmanliness

Podcast #204: How to Be Miserable | The Art of Manliness

There are tons of books out there about how to improve yourself, how to be happier, how to be more productive, how to be less angry, etc. Often with these books, you’ll find advice on things you should add to your life in order to be happier. But sometimes, the best way to achieve a goal is to subtract from your life and stop doing the things that are making you miserable. That’s the approach psychologist Dr. Randy Paterson took in his latest book, How to Be Miserable: 40 Strategies You Are Already Using. Today on the show, Dr. Paterson and I discuss the habits and thinking patterns he’s seen with his patients that make them miserable and what you can do to eliminate those from your own life. We also discuss assertiveness. Randy wrote a great book entitled The Assertiveness Workbook that I referenced in an article about assertiveness a few years ago. If you have problems telling people “no” or asking for things without experiencing anxiety, you’ll find that part of the podcast useful. Follow us! https://ift.tt/YAd15k http://twitter.com/artofmanliness

Podcast #203: The Real Life Most Interesting Man in the World | The Art of Manliness

You’ve probably heard of the “Most Interesting Man in the World.” He’s the popular Dos Equis brand-spokesman who’s lived a life of adventure, has great stories to tell, and feels comfortable rubbing shoulders with the common and rich alike. Of course he’s a fictional character made up by clever ad executives. But back in the late 19th century there was a real-life guy who would put “The Most Interesting Man in the World” to shame. In his own time, he was known the world round, yet hardly anyone has heard of him today. Well, we’re going to help change that with this installment of the podcast. Today on the show I talk to writer Steve Kemper about his book, A Splendid Savage: The Restless Life of Frederick Russell Burnham. We discuss the adventures and world-wide exploits of the military scout, prospector, and real-life inspiration for the Boy Scouts, as well as what men today can learn from this “splendid savage.” Follow us! https://ift.tt/YAd15k http://twitter.com/artofmanliness

Podcast #202: How Bad Do You Want It? | The Art of Manliness

If you’re an endurance athlete, you’ve probably experienced “the Wall” at some point or another. It’s that moment in a race where you’re pushing yourself really hard and your body just tells you “Basta! Enough!” So you back off and slow down to a trot or even start walking. Or if you lift weights you’ve probably had those days when a weight felt super easy, but another day when the same weight felt super heavy. It’d be easy to think that this is your body telling you that you’ve had enough — that your muscles are fatigued and you can’t possibly go on. But what if it’s all in your mind? My guest today has recently published a book highlighting the exciting research that’s coming out showing that our athletic performance often comes down not to our bodies, but what’s in our head. His name is Matt Fitzgerald and his book is entitled How Bad Do You Want It? Mastering the Psychology of Mind Over Muscle. Today on the podcast, Matt and I discuss how it’s not physical fatigue that keeps us from pushing beyond “the wall” in sports, but our “perception of effort.” And how with a few psychological tricks, we can overcome this perception of how hard we’re working in order to break through plateaus and smash PRs. Follow us! https://ift.tt/YAd15k http://twitter.com/artofmanliness

Podcast #201: Rules for My Newborn Daughter | The Art of Manliness

If you’re a dad or plan on becoming a dad down the line, you’ve probably got some principles and advice that you want to pass on to your children, so they can grow up to be well-adjusted, useful adults. Like most fathers, my guest today had accumulated such a treasury of rules on living, but he actually went a step further and put them in a book and published it. His name is Walker Lamond. I had him on the podcast back in 2009 to discuss his popular first book, Rules for My Unborn Son. His son is now eight years old, and we’re going to talk about how the implementation of those rules are going. Walker’s also got a new book out. This time for his little girl — Rules for My Newborn Daughter. Today on the podcast, Walker and I are going to discuss how fathering a daughter is different from fathering a son and the nature of “dadsplaining,” as well as highlight specific advice from Rules for My Newborn Daughter. It’s a fun discussion filled with lots of pop culture references (as a film and TV writer, Walker is a repository of pop culture trivia). Follow us! https://ift.tt/YAd15k http://twitter.com/artofmanliness

Podcast #200: The Virgin Vote| The Art of Manliness

We’re in the middle of a presidential campaign here in the U.S., and once again commentators, politicians, and reporters are bemoaning the apathy and disengagement of young Americans. But there was a time in American history when young people were the most passionate participants in American democracy. The 1960s? Nope, the 1860s. My guest today on the podcast has just published a book about nineteenth century politics, the energy that young voters brought to the process, and how young people, particularly young men in the nineteenth century, looked to politics for a sense of adult identity and even a sense manhood during a time of economic and social upheaval. His name is Jon Grinspan, and his book is The Virgin Vote: How Young Americans Made Democracy Social, Politics Personal, and Voting Popular in the Nineteenth Century. On today’s episode Jon and I discuss why politics was an essential part of male identity in the nineteenth century, and how a man’s first vote used to be an important rite of passage into manhood. We also get into the atmosphere of campaigns in nineteenth century America. If you think this current election cycle is unprecedented in its violence, nastiness, and general circus-like environment, wait until you hear about the booze-laden, torch-lit, late-night-BBQ-filled campaigns of old, and the shankings and brawls that happened at the polls during the 1800s. Follow us! https://ift.tt/YAd15k http://twitter.com/artofmanliness

Podcast #199: The Garage Gym Athlete | The Art of Manliness

After weighing the pros and cons of belonging to a commercial gym versus creating a gym in the garage, a lot of guys, including myself, end up opting for the latter. But garage gyms aren’t without their dilemmas. For starters, there’s the issue of space. How do you cram a gym into your garage when you have to fit a car in there as well? The start-up costs for a garage gym are nothing to sniff at either. How can you save money on equipment without skimping on quality? Which equipment do you actually need? The other issue is ensuring that having a home gym doesn’t lull you into complacency. How do you motivate yourself to work out when it’s just you in your garage and it’s dark and 30 degrees outside? My guest today has the answers. He’s a military veteran and dedicated garage gym guru who has spent years helping people transition to garage gyms, as well as make the most of the workouts done with them. His name is Jerred Moon, and he’s got a new book out called Garage Gym Athlete. Today on the podcast, we’re going to talk about everything garage gym: their pros and cons, the math and economics of starting one (and how it might be more affordable than a commercial gym membership), and how to motivate yourself to use your garage gym. If you’ve been thinking about switching over to a garage gym, this podcast might finally push you over the edge. Follow us! https://ift.tt/YAd15k http://twitter.com/artofmanliness