The Kings of Khaos, Adam and Al, end their first full season of podcast episodes with a live taping confronting the topic of Commitment-Phobes, asking if non-committal men are really just afraid of commitment or if there are some more practical reasons behind their inability to settle down.

Subject: #Relationships, #Dating, #Intimacy, #Fearofcommitment See: Male stereotypes, defense mechanisms, secure vs. insecure men, avoidant tendencies

Disclaimer: This podcast is for basic research purposes and entertainment only. We are NOT experts and these are merely our opinions, thoughts, and musings based on the topic of discussion.

Adam and Al express their concern for a modern dating culture that leave the average male in the dust. With average women clamoring for their chance at the top 1% of men, does the average dude even have a chance? Why is Modern Dating such a dud for these dudes?

Subject: Relationships, Dating, Intimacy Topic of Discussion: Are More and More Modern Men Giving Up on Dating?

Quote: “Don't talk of love, well I've heard the word before, It's sleeping in my memory. I won't disturb the slumber of feelings that have died, If I never loved I never would have cried.” (I am a Rock I am an Island, Simon and Garfunkel, 1966)

Disclaimer: This podcast is for basic research purposes and entertainment only. We are NOT experts and these are merely our opinions, thoughts, and musings based on the topic of discussion.

References: Article: Marriage.Com “20 Brutally Honest Reasons Why Men Don’t Want to Date Anymore” Draven Porter, May 23, 2024 Pew Research Center: 5 Facts About Single Americans, Risa Gelles Watnick, Feb. 8 2023: https://www.pewresearch.org/short-reads/2023/02/08/for-valentines-day-5-facts-about-single-americans/ Psychology Today: Why so Many Young Males are Single and Sexless, Gregory Matos: Psychologist, February 2023: https://www.psychologytoday.com/ca/blog/the-state-of-our-unions/202302/why-are-so-many-young-men-single-and-sexless Marriage.com - Marriage Advice, Tips, Help Articles, Purpose & More #datingadvice

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Science shows that women are better than men at reading and sending body language clues.

In today’s episode Al and Adam dive into the subtlety of dating and signs that a woman may be interested, as well as why men misread signals when a woman is uninterested.

Subject: Relationships, Dating, Understanding Women Topic of Discussion: Why do guys have difficulty reading female body language?

Lyric: “Signs, signs, everywhere a sign? - Five Man Electrical Band, Signs, 1971 Quote: “All I know is I know nothing” Socrates, 4th Century BCE

Disclaimer: This podcast is for basic research purposes and entertainment only. We are NOT experts and these are merely our opinions, thoughts, and musings based on the topic of discussion.

References: Science of People: 20 Examples of Female Body Language of Attraction, Vanessa Van Edwards, July 25, 2024: https://www.scienceofpeople.com/female-body-language/

Al and Adam get to the heart of the law of attraction and the concept of love.

Why do we attract who we attract in love and friendships?

Is it love or limerence?

Is it lust or longing; childhood Trauma, or something else?

Subject: Attraction, Love, Dating, Relationships Topic of Discussion: What is the definition of love? What are the stages of true love? What is healthy love versus unhealthy infatuation? How do you know when it’s love, lust, or limerence?

Quote: “Well, I do my best to understand (you), but you still mystify and I want to know why, I pick myself up off the ground to have you knock me back down...” Cruel to be Kind, Nick Lowe, 1979

Disclaimer: This podcast is for basic research purposes and entertainment only. We are NOT experts and these are merely our opinions, thoughts, and musings based on the topic of discussion.

References: Article, “What is Romantic Love, (Verywellmind.com, Jan. 08, 2024), by: Sheri Stritof Article, “What is Limerence and How is it Different from Real Love?”, (Cosmopolitan.com, Nov. 21, 2023), by: Lexi Links and Sophie Saint Thomas https://www.cosmopolitan.com/sex-love/a42110762/limerence-vs-love/ Theory: Sternberg’s Triangular Theory of Love – Types of Love We Experience - https://www.verywellmind.com/types-of-love-we-experience-2303200

Adam and Al delve into the once seedy world of strip clubs and ask:

Are men still going to strip clubs?

If a man can see and endless array of naked women whenever he wants, without leaving the comfort of his couch (Internet Porn Sites, OnlyFans Pages, Requested Nudes on a Myriad of Dating Apps), why would he pay to see naked women up on the stage?

Subject: Sexuality, Modern Men, Cheating, Pornography Topic of Discussion: What is it that Still attracted men of all ages to strip clubs?

Disclaimer: This podcast is for basic research purposes and entertainment only. We are NOT experts and these are merely our opinions, thoughts, and musings based on the topic of discussion.

References: Magic Men: 7 Major Differences Between Male Strip Clubs and Female Strip Clubs https://www.magicmen.com.au/7-major-differences-between-male-strip-clubs-and-female-strip-clubs/ (Magic Men, Jan. 24, 2020)

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Adam, Al, and Certified Relationship and Attachment Practitioner, Bev Mitelman (Founder of Securely Loved), break down some of their worst bad dating advice stories and discuss why unsolicited relationship input from your so-called “friends” says more about their dating lives that your own.

Subject: Dating, Relationships Topic of Discussion: What is good vs. bad dating advice? Who gives good advice and who doesn’t?

Quote: “Keep smiling, keep shining, knowing you can always count on me, for sure, that's what friends are for, For good times and bad times I'll be on your side forever more, that's what friends are for.” Dionne Warwick, That’s What Friend’s Are For, 1985

Disclaimer: This podcast is for basic research purposes and entertainment only. We are NOT experts and these are merely our opinions, thoughts, and musings based on the topic of discussion.

Al and Adam explore the concept of unconditional love and if it truly exists in romantic relationships or if it’s just a myth we are fed by the media, and our parents.

Subject: Love, Relationships Topic of Discussion: Is it possible to love someone unconditionally? If so what does that entail?

Quote: “And when it comes to all-night living, I know what I'm giving, I've got it all down to a tee, and it's free.” The Who, You Better You Bet, 1981

Disclaimer: This podcast is for basic research purposes and entertainment only. We are NOT experts and these are merely our opinions, thoughts, and musings based on the topic of discussion.

References: Psyche Central: What Is Unconditional Love and Is It Always a Good Thing? ~ Janelle Cox: October 2022 (based on contect from David Tzall - psychologist Healthline: What’s (Unconditional) Love Got to Do with It? ~ Crystal Raypole on September 15, 2020 Psychology Today: Is Unconditional Love Really Possible? ~ John Amodeo PhD, January 2018 Unconditional Love, Conditional vs. Unconditional Love, How to Show Unconditional Love, What Does Unconditional Love Mean, Relationship Goals, Relationship Advice, Toxic Relationship, Relationship Podcast, Self Love, What is Love? What Does Love Mean?

Adam, Al, and special guest, Marie-Judith (MJ) Jean-Louis, explore the unsettling journey of sitting in your loneliness during your darkest hours when no one really stops to explain it to you.

Topic: Self Love, Growth, Change, Strength in Solitude

Quote: “Everybody needs a place to rest, everybody wants to have a home, don’t make no difference what nobody says, ain’t nobody likes to be alone” Hungry Heart, Bruce Springsteen and the E Street Band, 1980

Disclaimer: This podcast is for basic research purposes and entertainment only. We are NOT experts and these are merely our opinions, thoughts, and musings based on the topic of discussion.

References: How to Soothe Loneliness Using Solitude: theshine.app.com/Howtosoothelonelinessusingsolitude - Kris Gage, Nov. 2017

What Does it Mean to Sit with Your Feelings? https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/unpacking-anxiety/202402/what-does-it-mean-to-sit-with-your-feelings - Jessica Schrader, Feb. 2024

Sit With Your Loneliness https://dallashartwig.com/sit-with-your-loneliness/ (coined the term)

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