The Idea of Manhood

The Idea of Manhood

By Michael AndrewsSociety & Culture
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The Idea of Manhood episodes

  • Respecting YOUR Honor

    In this episode, Mike reflects on his recent accomplishment of defending his dissertation and earning his doctorate. He shares his feelings of imposter syndrome and the struggle to accept the honor and recognition that comes with this achievement. Mike discusses the importance of acknowledging personal accomplishments and the difficulty of being honored as a man, particularly as a black man. He uses this podcast as a form of therapy and processing his thoughts in real-time.

    Keywords:

    accomplishment, imposter syndrome, honor, recognition, personal growth, acceptance, therapy

    Takeaways:

    • Imposter syndrome can affect even those who have achieved significant accomplishments.
    • Acknowledging personal accomplishments and accepting recognition can be challenging.
    • Being honored as a man, particularly as a black man, can be a complex experience.
    • Using platforms like podcasts can serve as a form of therapy and a way to process thoughts and emotions.
      • 16 min
    • Generational Parenting

      In this episode, Mike reflects on the complexities of parenting older children and the lack of public narrative about raising teenagers and young adults. He discusses how social media has narrowed the gap between generations and the challenges of not taking their actions personally. Mike emphasizes the importance of trust and maintaining a strong connection with adult children, allowing them to come back when they need support. He also explores the role of fathers as emotional filters and the dynamics between moms and dads in parenting. Overall, the episode encourages parents to think about their approach to parenting older children.


      16 min
    • Me(n) Time
      Excuse the dog-walking comedic takes throughout this episode. Join me as I share some of the post-defense thoughts; specifically about encouraging myself to have some alone & me time after my defense, and just in general. The concept of “me” time is soft to me. But I think it’s time to adjust and shift that narrative. Enjoy!
      23 min
    • The Guilt of the Son
      This got a little meta… but I’m having a conversation with myself about the complexities of being a son and a father and husband all at once. It’s not unheard of for there to be challenges, but I’m simply processing my thoughts for y’all to see. Enjoy!
      17 min
    • Man! Speak Up!
      I’ve noticed something with myself over the past two or three years. I’m not even going to project and make the assumption that other men have experienced this. But I’ve noticed that in situations where I would normally speak up and be very vocal, that I have become silent. I’m not really sure why, and I don’t really know if any of the rooms I am in are better with me being silent or with me being engaged and vocal. I’m assuming it’s something in the middle. But it’s definitely something I’ve noticed that I have taken on and that I am trying to be more mindful about. I think it’s time for me to speak up more.
      17 min
    • So I Got a Colonoscopy
      In this episode, I go into the details of demystifying the process of getting a colonoscopy. A lot of the things that we know about getting a colonoscopy, we know cognitively, but we may not know some of the realities of the process. As usual, I wanted to use some humor to demystify the process for all the men out there that may be thinking and preparing to get a colonoscopy. Spread the word and let’s make this as fun and digestible as possible…
      28 min
    • Give it away. NOW.
      If you know something that can help, share it. Make “Give It Away. Now!” your mantra. Whether it’s a life hack, a job lead, or just some wisdom you’ve picked up along the way – pass it on. Let’s make our community not just a group of people, but a powerhouse of shared knowledge and support.
      12 min
    • Be a Burden
      Too often many of us are so worried about being a burden that we become the burden we aren’t trying to be. In 2024 and beyond… be a burden!
      11 min
    • The College Soccer Recruitment Process from the Parent Perspective

      What a journey this has been. My son Ellington verbally committed to play soccer in college in April, and it was quite a ride from start to finish. The process is both arduous and exciting. With that said, there are some questions we had along the way, and I thought I'd share my perspective on how the recruitment process is much aligned to the secondary and higher education process. Good luck and have a great day everyone!

      27 min

    About The Idea of Manhood

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    Welcome to "The Idea of Manhood," a space where the evolving concept of manhood is explored, challenged, and redefined. Mike Andrews (FiveMikes), the creator of this platform, embodies the 5 identities that are critical to his manhood journey: Husband, Father, Educator, Writer, MC.