In this raw and real episode, Marcel and Dan unpack everything from Memorial Day weekend plans gone sideways to the value of hard conversations in male friendships. From unexpected tension and honest apologies to food meditations, kombucha love, and being haunted by an ice bath fail—this one is truly all over the place in the best way.

Whether it's mindful eating, getting vulnerable in a sauna, or being called “daddy” at the grocery store, the guys navigate discomfort with humor and heart. Tune in for stories, self-awareness, and the unfiltered dynamic of two friends learning to show up better—for themselves and each other.

🎙️ Topics include:

• Why Dan got grilled (literally and emotionally)

• What Marcel should’ve said in the sauna

• Why vulnerability can feel embarrassing—but is always worth it

• A titanium-armed chef named Neil

• The risks of wearing Knicks gear in public

This episode is funny, messy, honest, and full of the stuff real friendships are made of. You in?

⏱️ Timestamps:

00:00 - Intro & Memorial Day Vibes01:20 - Favorite Flavors & Fake Drink Reviews03:35 - Family Visits and Emotional Flashbacks06:45 - Aging, Injury, and Our Fathers09:40 - Food, Mindfulness, and “The Best Bite”14:00 - Stillness, Presence & Food Meditations16:20 - BBQ Wins & Burger Brags17:20 - Dan’s Disappearing Act21:00 - Real Talk: Feeling Like a Backup23:30 - Navigating Conflict in Male Friendships27:00 - Emotional Triggers & Taking Ownership30:20 - Knicks Sweatshirt & Sports Paranoia33:00 - Wearing Teams You Don’t Watch35:05 - The Old Lady Who Said “Thanks, Daddy”37:30 - The Cold Plunge Shame Spiral42:00 - Performing vs. Expressing Honestly45:20 - Mindful Masculinity & Vulnerability48:30 - Learning to Love the Real You52:00 - Boredom, Stillness & Who You Really Are53:50 - Final Reflections & Next Week’s Topic54:45 - Marcel's Subway Origins57:00 - Dan’s Titanium-Armed Chef Story1:00:45 - Wrap Up & Neil Lives On Forever

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Keep trying, dudes.

— Marcel & Dan