Dan "Jungleman" Cates

It's 2025... the red pill is WRONG! - French OG


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Alright, so I sat down with French OG for this episode of Winning The Game Of Life. This guy's got a wild background – went from grinding poker tables, understanding odds and variance, to coaching guys through the even more complex and sometimes brutal game of modern dating. We didn't waste time on fluff; we jumped straight into the deep end, applying strategic thinking and probability to figure out what actually works with women, relationships, and frankly, just navigating human psychology when the stakes feel high.

Expect some takes that might make you uncomfortable. French OG dropped some bombs, like comparing personality to makeup and arguing why chasing commitment can kill attraction. We went back and forth on whether optimizing for 'lays' is a fundamental mistake (a point where I think the Red Pill logic often breaks down), debated the real source of confidence, and even touched on whether my blue hair stunt was a calculated 'polarizing' move. It's raw, unfiltered, and definitely not your standard dating advice.

If you're tired of simplistic answers and want to explore the messy variables, the actual 'game theory' behind attraction and connection, then you need to check this out. We dissect common assumptions, challenge popular narratives, and try to find a real edge in understanding this crucial part of life. Hit play, listen close, and then tell me in the comments where you think we got it right or wrong – figuring this stuff out is part of winning the game.

CHAPTERS

00:00 – Intro: Meet French OG

01:35 – Twitter Truths & Trolls

04:45 – French OG: Poker Player to Dating Coach

09:15 – Poker Strategy Applied to Dating

13:47 – Confidence, Uncertainty & Poker Mindset

16:10 – Coaching Smart Guys (INTJs)

18:20 – Boundaries vs. Ultimatums in Dating

20:30 – Dealing with Randomness (Poker & Life)

23:34 – Culture Clash: Agency vs. Environment

25:05 – Poker Analogy: Know Your Value & Spot

27:38 – Jungleman's Blue Hair: Polarizing Works

31:39 – Don't Be Average

32:10 – Niche Strategy: Poker Tables & Dating Apps

34:27 – Red Pill Critique: Optimize LIFE, Not Lays

36:16 – Lust vs. Love: Who Secures the Relationship?

37:03 – Debate: Leading with Relationship Intent

40:05 – Filtering for Partner vs. Max Quantity

44:45 – Why Men Shouldn't Chase Relationships

45:50 – Red Pill Flaw: Metrics Aren't Everything

48:05 – Defining Male Personality

48:39 – Coaching Different Men, Different Goals

53:40 – Advice for the "Average" Guy

58:24 – Looks, Fitness & Self-Care Matter

01:00:30 – Ripped vs. Money vs. Confidence Debate

01:04:40 – Personality is Male "Makeup"

01:07:20 – The "Good Woman" Debate

01:12:15 – Compatibility vs. Pedestals

01:14:05 – Predictable vs. Exciting Relationships

01:20:15 – Control Dynamics & Dealing with Damage

01:21:05 – Final Thoughts & Outro

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French OG says that "Personality is makeup for men". Is 'game' the ultimate equalizer, or do looks/status still dominate? Weigh in!

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