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?
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