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As another year draws to a close, we’ll be taking the next week off from publishing new content to enjoy the holidays and catch up on all the behind-the-scenes tasks that go into running a website and podcast. While we’re away, check out some of our best and most popular content of the year.

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Most Popular Articles of the Year Based on Traffic

The Groundhog Day Diet: Why I Eat the Same Thing Every DayYour No-Nonsense Guide to Choosing the Right Beard StyleThe Steve McQueen WorkoutHow Long Does It Take to Put on Muscle?The 10 Best War Movies of All-timeWhy Every Man Should Have 3 Signature DishesThe Least Interesting GenerationHow to Pack a Backpack for BackpackingAre You Suffering From Soft Suburban Dad Syndrome? 50 Questions for Self-ExaminationEverything You Didn’t Know About the Trusty Tape MeasureThe 6 Fire Lays Every Man Should Know3 Things No One Ever Told You About Making Friends in AdulthoodHow to Grow Your Hair Out Long (For Dudes)

Our Personal Picks

(Some of the most popular above would be included in this list as well):

How to Create a Soundtrack for Your LifeYour Three Selves and How Not to Fall Into Despair4 Key Insights From the Bhagavad GitaAre You Disciplined or Just Self-Disciplined?Curbside Pickup and the End of Peak Consumerism3 Essential Books for Understanding Our Disorienting Modern WorldWhat Gandhi and a 19th-Century Prussian Prince Can Teach You About Making Unbreakable ResolutionsThe 10 Best Biographies of American PresidentsHow Saunas Can Help Save Your Body, Mind, and SpiritLooking for a Daddy, in All the Wrong PlacesNietzsche’s (Surprisingly Sound) Advice on Choosing a SpouseAre You Prepared for the Coming Existential Crisis?

Sunday Firesides Favorites

Don’t Adopt Ideas Based on TrendsDie RedThere Are No Second ChancesThe Cult of Personality in a Small-Minded SocietyWhat’s Happening Is . . .Be Not a Consumer of LifePermission to Be Wholesome, GrantedDespise Not the Thing That Would Save YouWant to Solve Your Social Problems? Get Over Your SelfThe Cost of a ThingDisappointment, The Emotion of ChildrenA Long Obedience in the Same Direction

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Most Popular Podcasts of the Year Based on Listens

Physical Benchmarks Every Man Should Meet, At Every AgeHow to DecideEmail Is Making Us Miserable — Here’s What to Do About ItThe No-Nonsense Guide to Simplifying Every Aspect of Your LifeOvercoming the Comfort CrisisHow to Make Your Life More EffortlessThe Psychology of Effective Weight LossWhat a Man With 60,000 Books Can Teach You About Lifelong Learning and Building Your Home LibraryThe Character Traits That Drive Optimal PerformanceA Surprising Theory on Why We Get FatThe Rise of the Religious “Nones” (And What It Means for Society)How Testosterone Makes Men, Men

Our Personal Picks 

(Some of the most popular above would be included in this list as well):

Cormac McCarthy, The Road, and Carrying the FireWhy We Get SickRewild Your LifeThe Hell-Raising Leader of WWII’s Filthy ThirteenMen Without ChestsThe (Non-Cliche) Life Lessons of Fly FishingThe Best Tools for Personal ChangeHow to Keep Your Edge as You Get OlderTheodore Roosevelt, The Last RomanticStop Living on Autopilot and Take Responsibility for Your LifeThe Complex Coolness of Steve McQueen

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Odds & Ends: October 27, 2023

Why Note-Taking Applications Don’t Make us Smarter. I like the concept of creating a super-powered cloud-based brain by capturing my thoughts and readings in a central note-taking application. My note-taking application will unleash an untapped torrent of creativity, I dream. Every time I try to put the idea into action, the results are always disappointing. This article will explain what could be causing the lack of enthusiasm. You can’t really outsource the old-fashioned way of thinking to a machine. Not yet, at least.

Clive Barker’s The Thief Of Always We have just finished reading it aloud to our family and everyone enjoyed it. Clive Barker is a prolific horror writer for adults. He also wrote this book aimed towards children. The story revolves around young Harvey Swick whose boredom drives him to the Holiday House where he spends each day experiencing all four seasons and major holidays. What could be more fun than celebrating Halloween and Christmas each day? There is a price to pay for all the fun. The second half is weaker than the beginning, but it’s still a good book for a pre-Halloween quick read.

Peak Refuel Backpacking Meals. Last week, the McKays backpacked in AR and ate these freeze-dried foods during our trip. These are the meals we like to take with us when backpacking. These meals are delicious and contain more calories (and protein) than most other backpacking foods. Beef Stroganoff, Chicken Pesto Pasta and Beef Stroganoff are two of the best.

WoodWick Candles Hygge is in order as the weather gets colder. Hygge, a Danish concept, is the idea of creating an atmosphere of coziness and relaxation in your home, especially during the darker and colder seasons of winter and fall. Hygge is a Danish concept that emphasizes the importance of candles. WoodWick makes one of our favourite candles. The wick, as the name suggests, is made of wood. When lit, it looks like a fireplace fire. It’s soothing. It’s great for meditations with fire.

Quote of the week

In a certain sense, a person who looks at the present through the lens of the future and takes into consideration his entire being, can be satisfied with his lot. . . If a person reaches the point of being so satisfied that they say, “I don’t want to learn any more or do anything more or be any further,” then he should be turned into a mummy. A mummy, of all things hideous, is the most hideous. And the most hideous mummies are the ones that run around the streets talking.

–H.W. Beecher

The Art of Manliness published Odds & Ends – October 27, 2023 first.

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Gifting Ideas for The Upcoming Season – Thanksgiving Edition

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Thanksgiving is not just about turkeys, pies and parades. It’s also a time to celebrate the warmth and joy of family and the expression of gratitude. The hearty meal may be the highlight of the day, but it is the thoughtfulness and care that goes into the gifts that we give to our loved ones that really embody this special occasion. The festive season is fast approaching, and there’s never been a better time to think about thoughtful gifts to show our loved ones how much we care.

Host/Hostess gifts

What do you give to the person who does all the work in the kitchen, if anything?

When in doubt, choose the classics. The combination of a fine bottle of wine and artisanal cheeses is always a winner. It’s the ideal gift to express your appreciation to your Thanksgiving host, offering a sophisticated touch to the festive celebrations.Customized Serving Trays: If you want to add that extra personal touch, consider gifting a customized serving tray. It can be engraved with a family name or special message. This keepsake will make their Thanksgiving spread a memorable one.

Gifts for Family

The best family gifts involve sharing experiences, making memories and cherishing our time together.

Board Games and puzzles: There’s nothing that brings families together more than a friendly competition. These gifts are sure to bring hours of enjoyment and engagement, whether it is a strategy game that tests the mind or a picture puzzle with a scenic view. They’re also a great way to bridge generation gaps, so everyone, from the grandma down to the youngest relative, can have a good time. DIY Craft Kits: Let your creative juices flow! These kits aren’t only for children; they can be used by the whole family. These kits are great for anyone who wants to get their hands dirty. They can be used to create Thanksgiving decorations, paint, or do any other crafty project. Who knows? Who knows?

Fashionable Gifts

Dressing up is a part of the holiday spirit. Why not give a gift that will add a little style to your celebration?

Varsity jackets are cool. It could be the nostalgia that they bring back, or their effortless style. These jackets are versatile and trendy, making them a wardrobe staple. These jackets are versatile and can be worn with anything. They’re a wardrobe essential. These unique designs are not only beautiful but tell a tale. These pieces make the recipient feel valued and remembered. They are a great choice for the holiday season.

Tech and Gadgets

Tech gifts today are not just flashy gadgets. They’re also tools that can enhance our everyday experiences.

Smart Home Devices – The future is intelligent, so what better way to enter it than by using smart home devices. These devices, whether they’re voice-controlled assistants or smart lighting or thermostats that can be controlled by a smartphone, not only make your life easier, but also modernize any home. These are the perfect gifts for those who want to stay on top of their game. They’ll elevate your living space. What’s a good party without some tunes? Portable Bluetooth speakers allow you to take your music with you wherever you go. Compact, powerful and boasting impressive

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Reviewing The Black Label Trading Co. Royalty Cigar

Black Label Trading Co. Royalty Cigar

Black Label Trading Co. Royalty Cigar

While scrolling through CigarPage’s catalog, I came across Black Label Trading Co.’s aggressive macabre branding and was immediately curious.

I am the target demographic for this brand; I have a black cat, my first concert was Iron Maiden, and I have a 12-foot skeleton in front of my house that stands year-round, scaring children and squirrels alike.

If the branding doesn’t pique your interest, knowing that this cigar won the 2023 Cigar Journal’s Best Boutique Nicaraguan Brand award should. Come along as I review the Royalty corona via the following categories:

Cigar FormulaCigar OverviewLook & FeelFlavours & BurnIdeal PairingsOverall Experience

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Download the Black Label Trading Co. Royalty Cigar Matrix as a PDF.

Black Label Trading Royal Cigar Review Formula
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Cigar Overview

Brand: Black Label Trading Co.Range: RoyaltyReviewed Vitolas: 5.5 x 42 CoronaWrapper: Ecuadorian CorojoBinder: HonduranFiller: NicaraguanFactory: Oveja Negra, EstelíHandmade: YesBody: FullEstimated Smoking Time: 60  MinutesPricing: $132 / Box [Buy Now]

The Royalty range uses an Ecuadorian Corojo wrapper, Honduran binder, and long Nicaraguan filler tobacco. The cigars are hand-rolled in Estelí, Nicaragua, at the Fábrica de Oveja Negra, which translates to “black sheep factory.”

Black Label Royalty Cigar with Box & Formula

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