Balcony Brotherhood: The Shadow Invites You In

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Balcony Brotherhood: The Shadow Invites You In

What happened to etiquette—and why does it matter for men today? Join the Balcony Brotherhood Podcast as Mr. Shadow commandeers the mic while Drayke and Blackart vanish on their annual “cigar retreat.” In this solo episode, Mr. Shadow blends pipe tobacco reviews with razor-sharp insights into lost codes of masculine behavior. From cigar lounge faux pas to RSVP ghosting and the decline of mentorship, he cuts deep into the silent expectations men carry in today’s culture. With wit, grit, and just enough disdain to keep things honest, this episode asks: what does dignity look like in 2025?

Send your stories to balconybrotherhood@gmail.com, find support at 988lifeline.org or headsupguys.org, and connect with the brotherhood on X, Instagram, and YouTube. All links at linktree.com. Subscribe on Podbean, Spotify, or Apple Podcasts for more unfiltered conversation on what it means to be a man in a noisy world.

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Stand out …

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“stand out and be different by being yourself!” – Wil Becker

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Balcony Brotherhood: Emale 7/20/25

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Balcony Brotherhood: Emale 7/20/25

The Gentlemen read emails sent from the past couple of weeks. Birthdays are celebrated and a post credit scene about healing. Mr. Becker reviews a book from classic literature. 

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You are the only …

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“You are the only person on earth who can use your ability.” – Zig Ziglar

 

reading changes your brain and challenges your presumptions, pick up a book and install new software!

check out my recommended reading list at https://turningleafs.com/book-list/

Balcony Brotherhood: How disposable are males in our society?

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Balcony Brotherhood: How disposable are males in our society?

Are men and boys disposable? Join the Balcony Brotherhood Podcast as Paul Drayke and Tanner Blackart unpack this raw question. From ancient battlefields to modern classrooms, workplaces, and family courts, they explore how society’s expectations burden men with sacrifice and silence. Dive into stark realities—80% of U.S. suicides are male—paired with solutions like mentorship and emotional literacy. Featuring a heartfelt post-credits poem, this episode reminds us: every life matters. Share your story at balconybrotherhood@gmail.com, find support at 988lifeline.org or headsupguys.org, and connect on X, Instagram, and YouTube. Links atlinktree.com. Subscribe on Podbean, Spotify, or Apple Podcasts for unfiltered brotherhood talk.

Contact the show! balconybrotherhood@gmail.com

Check out the show’s socials: here!

Experience teaches …

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“Experience teaches only the teachable.” – Aldous Huxley

 

reading changes your brain and challenges your presumptions, pick up a book and install new software!

check out my recommended reading list at https://turningleafs.com/book-list/