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February 26 2018

MMC 41- Man Crush Monday – The Last of the Barenuckles

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Episode 41- Man Crush Monday – The Last of the Barenuckles

Keep in mind – not all of the heroes we recognize are perfect. If you look hard enough – you’ll find a reason to disqualify anybody from admiration. We propose a better plan, though – look for the good first. You can learn a good lesson from anyone if you are willing.

Growing up as an Irish Immigrant at the turn of the last century usually meant you’d be tough – and prone to fighting. Young John grew up on the streets of South Boston – but his parents had hoped he’d be a Catholic Priest – not known for their fisticuffs.

John dropped out of Boston College to try his hand at baseball. Eventually – bareknuckle boxing was his sport of choice. Despite the sport’s battle for legitimacy and eventual loss to a more sensible form of gloved boxing. (which John also excelled at.)
You might recognize John – his likeness has become a popular “tough guy” meme.

For being a hard as nails man with grit – for being skilled at his sport – today’s Man Crush Monday is John Sullivan

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February 19 2018

MMC 36: Man Crush Monday – Before the Bullet

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Today’s ManCrushMonday is well known for meeting his untimely demise from a bullet. It’s a notorious death. We’ve all heard about it. In fact – the last few years leading up his death are the years we are all familiar with.

Before that – he was raised as the grandchild of four irish immigrants – immigrants who seized the American dream, and their family did well for themselves. Well enough, anyway, that Jack grew up in boarding school, as his father spent long stretches of time away from the family on business. Young Jack blew up toilets with cherry bombs, and led a gang of trouble makers called “The Muckers”

That troublemaking though was offset by health problems – one doctor thought it may have been leukemia – but another diagnosed him with collitis – a condition known to be very painful and debilitating for men. Those health problems, including a bad back, made it difficult for Jack to finish his education, and to join the Navy – his dad had to pull a few strings to get him there – and the young man went on to serve with distinction during WWII. Those distinctions made him an American hero – and he quickly grew in his influence.

But who was this man, now regarded as a hero? Who was this man who shot for the moon, and did so much for his country?
For his devotion to his country, persistence through pain – and for leaving a lasting legacy – we salute John Fitzgerald Kennedy – J.F.K.

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February 11 2018

MMC 31 – ManCrushMonday – By His Sword and Right Arm – Manlihood ManCast

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Episode 31: ManCrush Monday – William Henry Harrison “Tippecanoe”

It’s Monday! That means it’s time to highlight a hero that exemplifies manly virtues – it’s MAN CRUSH MONDAY. Today’s hero was homeschooled, until he dropped out of medical school and joined the army.

Will’s connections got him a decent rank right off the bat, and he started commanding a unit of men that were defending an outpost against a hostile enemy. He was appointed as a chief negotiator with that enemy, and secured a treaty that ensured his country would maintain their land.

The skilled warrior and diplomat met his match in Anna, and at age 22, they tied the knot. Her father asked, “How do you plan to support my daughter?” And the young Will answered, “By my sword and right arm!”

That pledge proved to be true, as Will focused on diplomacy for several years, until a new enemy emerged. On the brink of the War of 1812, while his young nation was moving west, he fought off a surprise attack by the Shawnee, along the river that would give him his nickname, “Tippecanoe”

Eventually, he’d be elected president, an honor that suited both his diplomatic skills, and his ferocity on the battlefield.

Unfortunately, he died of pneumonia a month after taking office.

For his commitment to provide for his family, to honor his country, and to master both the art of war, and the art of peace, we give William Henry “Tippecanoe” Harrison our nod as this week’s Man Crush Monday

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February 5 2018

MMC 26 – Whose Land Is It? Man Crush Monday

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Episode 26 – Man Crush Monday – Whose Land is it?

Woodrow loved his mother. What little boy didn’t? But things weren’t always rosy at home. During his youth, his sister was burned to death, after her clothes caught fire during a family argument.
But his mother? He was just 14 when his mom was taken off to be institutionalized. Woodrow didn’t know that her dementia was caused by Hutingdon’s Disease, and that it would eventually cripple and kill her. Dad was off in Texas working to repay his debts, leaving Woodrow and his siblings to beg for food and work odd jobs just to get by.

When he befriended a black shoe-shine boy with a harmonica, he realized that George could teach him a lesson or two about how to get by on the streets, and so he bought his own harmonica, and sang for his supper. His dad would have had an issue with his choice of friends, though, I’m sure. In fact, a year before young Woodrow was born, his father, a member of the KKK had been involved with the lynching of a black man.

Woodrow dropped out of school, and opted for homeschool, spending his time busking for cash on the streets, and reading at the local library.

But this was Oklahoma, and the Dust Bowl was looming. As Woodrow entered adulthood, his home was engulfed in drought and poverty, and he was swept up in the Oklahoma migration to California – Grapes of Wrath style.

In the face of such poverty, it’s no wonder he was drawn to the ideas of communism. Which promises equality for all men, even if historically, it doesn’t always deliver.

Eventually Woodrow’s musical skills would land him a job playing hillbilly music on the radio. But his communist sympathies would eventually get him fired.

That didn’t stop him though, from loving America, even if his views were different than most. He travelled the country, playing folk songs, and eventually settled in with the artistic community in New York City. Where he penned a patriotic song that would echo for years to come – resonating with friends on both sides of the aisle.
“This Land is Your Land. This Land is My Land” is still sung these days, and it’s both a sentimental picture of America’s beauty, and a stinging statement about poverty.

For telling stories, writing songs, and surviving in the face of some of our nation’s hardest times – today’s Man Crush Monday is Woodrow – Woody Guthrie.

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January 30 2018

MMC22: Take Responsibility – Manlihood ManCast

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Episode 22: Take Responsibility

There was a phrase that I heard a boy constantly. TAKE RESPONSIBILITY!

Probably because I was always making excuses and passing the buck.

I have to admit – I never really understood it for a long time. Someone told me once, “If you want to get out of the mess you are in – you need to embrace the fact that you are in the position you are in because of the choices you have made.”

I’ll be honest. This pissed me off. I was an idiot – and I blamed my financial situation on the company that laid me off – on the system, which seemed designed to keep me down – on the economy – on student loan companies for tricking me into signing them – etc. etc.

Now, I hear the echoes of those words in my ears, and I realize that I really am where I am because of the choices I have made. Some of those choices were good choices – but even good choices have tough consequences!

No one is holding you down. No one is keeping you back.

Stop blaming racism, politics, bullies, your crappy parents, your ex-wife, your lack of friends or anything else for your problems.

Sometimes, I think our “problems” are really just opportunities to test our metal. We look at them as holes that we fall into, when really, they are the CHANCE to prove to ourselves and those around us just what kind of men we are!

But it won’t happen if we make excuses. It won’t happen if we blame others (even if they are to blame!)

This post was originally published in February of 2015. Read the full post here:
https://www.manlihood.com/the-perils-of-passivity-take-responsibility/

January 28 2018

MMC21: Man Crush Monday – Remember Me?

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Today we’re going go take a look at our Man Crush Monday – where we honor men who have exemplified character, courage, and honor. Today, we’re going to look at a very memorable American who fled to another country, and fought for their independence.

These days, tensions in Washington DC are often hot. Accusations against politicians happen every day. But on this occasion, William Stanbery was dragged out into the street and beaten with a Hickory Cane. His attacker came to DC to stick up for the rights of indigenous peoples, and expose the government frauds who were mistreating them.

But Washington politics weren’t ready for accountability – so the attacker was brought to trial and fined $500 – in those days – a small fortune. He fled the country – and went to a newly formed Republic, where he was commissioned as a Major General in the Army. He fought hard, and climbed the ranks to Commander in Cheif, when he signed that country’s Declaration of Independence on his 43rd Birthday.

It was under his watch that a 13 Day enemy siege at a small church was lost to the enemy. So he mustered the ragtag troops -a very small force compared to the massive and well trained army. It took him a little over a month to whip those boys into shape – but they went up against the full force of the Mexican military – and won in 18 minutes, because this little army new to strike when the Mexican army would be taking their afternoon Siesta.

And our hero led the Army of the Republic of Texas to victory – with the rallying cry to “Remember the Alamo!”

Grit, Courage, Justice, Perseverance – that’s Why Sam Houston is today’s Man Crush Monday

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January 15 2018

Episode 11 – Manlihood Mancast – ManCrushMonday – Tom Landry

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It’s #MancrushMonday – what hero will we celebrate today?
Tom Landry was the coach of the Dallas Cowboys for 29 years. For 20 years. He led his team to 2 super bowl victories, five NFC titles, 13 Divisional titles, and 20 playoff victories.

He wasn’t just a football coach though – he was a genius of leadership.

Check out these quotes from Tom Landry:
Leadership is a matter of having people look at you and gain confidence, seeing how you react. If you’re in control, they’re in control.

Confidence comes from knowing what you’re doing. If you are prepared for something, you usually do it. If not, you usually fall flat on your face.

People striving, being knocked down and coming back… this is what builds character in a man.

I may not be a sports guy – but Tom Landry’s commitment to leadership is why he is this week’s mancrushmonday

January 8 2018

Episode 6- Manlihood Mancast – ManCrushMonday – John Paul Jones

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This weeks mancrushmonday is John Paul Jones. He was a naval commander in the American Revolution. This dude was a rebel – he had run ins with the law, and was accused of piracy, and being too harsh with his crew. He led the American Navy to victory – and then went on to serve in the Russian Navy.

Jones is credited with some of the wisest quotes I’ve heard. Check these out.

If fear is cultivated it will become stronger, if faith is cultivated it will achieve mastery.

It seems to be a law of nature, inflexible and inexorable, that those who will not risk cannot win.

I wish to have no connection with any ship that does not sail fast; for I intend to go in harm’s way.

And his most well known quote:
I have not yet begun to fight!
It’s that ferocity and strength that makes John Paul Jones this week’s, Man Crush Monday

January 1 2018

Episode 1 – Manlihood Mancast – ManCrushMonday – Bill Cody

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Episode 1: Buffalo Bill Cody

This weeks #mancrushmonday is Buffalo Bill Cody.
This great man was known as a scout, a frontiersman, and a showman. He told stories of the wild American West to audiences all over America and Europe.

He grew up the son of a poor farmer, and at age 14 went out further west to become a gold miner. Over the years, he served in the military, worked as a stagecoach driver, a rider for the pony express, a bullwhacker, and his adventures caught the eye of dime store novelists and newspaper serial writers.

He got his nickname during the civil war – when he was contracted to provide the Union Army with bison meat. They say he killed 4,282 buffalo in eighteen months.

Courage, Valor, and Ingenuity. That’s why Bill Cody is this week’s #mancrushmonday

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August 1 2017

Understanding Gentlemen: What it means to be a gentleman

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What it means to be a gentleman

The word gentleman has more connotations than it does definitions. It is important to clearly define what it means to be a gentleman, and to rid our minds of the mixed up messages we have often attached to the word.

I remember as a boy, well-meaning women teachers would use the word “gentlemen” to try to convince a class full of rowdy boys to sit still and be quiet.

Some boys, enthralled by the compliment of being referred to as “men” compiled. Most boys, offended at being called “gentle” didn’t comply.

I was often in the second category.

The word also conjures a cartoony picture of a gentlemen of the Victorian era, in suit and bow tie, with a monocle and his hair parted in the middle.

He is not Popeye, Fred Flintstone or Yosemite Sam. He isn’t heroic or strong. He responds to tough circumstances with fear, or at best, really bad boxing form.

To this charicature, being gentle means being week.

To be a gentleman is not about being proper or mannered, or pedigreed or less likely to fight.

To be a gentlemen means to have honor… we give things and people the proper value, and treat them in a way that shows honor to their value.

That means showing courtesy and politeness when it matters.

That means showing respect where it is due.

That means treating people with kindness, and in some cases tenderness.

It also means defending that honor when sometime shows dishonor.
To be a gentleman is a choice to live in a way that shows honor, and return then deserves honor.