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Man of the Year - Champions of Friendship

Man of the Year - Champions of Friendship

Matt Ritter and Aaron Karo, Bleav

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As seen in the New York Times, on NPR, and the TODAY Show, Man of the Year is the #1 friendship podcast in the country! Comedians and friendship experts Matt Ritter and Aaron Karo will help you make new friends, reconnect with old ones, and build lifelong social fitness. Each November they award a gigantic Man of the Year trophy to one of their childhood friends – a tradition that has kept their crew going strong since the '80s. But the country is currently facing a friendship recession – 15% of men report having zero close friends – and they’re on a mission to change that with tips, hacks, and decades of hilarious stories.
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Man of the Year - Champions of Friendship - Five Tickets Left For Our Los Angeles Show!

Five Tickets Left For Our Los Angeles Show!

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02/29/24 • 0 min

Guys there are only a few tickets left for our show at the Netflix is a Joke comedy festival on May 8th in Los Angeles!
GET TICKETS NOW @ manoftheyearpodcast.com

And check out our first magazine cover story! https://thepenngazette.com/the-magazine/current-issue/

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Man of the Year - Champions of Friendship - #12 - Where Should You Go to Make Friends - Try the "Third Place"
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01/31/23 • 32 min

Matt and Karo discuss the importance of your “third place” – a place besides home and work where people gather and socialize. Matt also reveals that he’s never tried soda in his life, Karo explains his lifelong dream of winning the bronze medal in curling, and the guys discuss their disdain for people who have water coolers in their homes, aka “jugheads.”

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We’re Featured In The New York Times!

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Man of the Year is produced by Thelonious Friedman in Hancock Park, Los Angeles

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Man of the Year - Champions of Friendship - #69 - Friendship in the Age of AI

#69 - Friendship in the Age of AI

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03/05/24 • 37 min

If there was an AI chatbot with two settings – Karo and Matt – how quickly would you delete it and go outside and touch grass? The guys tackle this philosophical question and more, plus all the ways artificial intelligence is affecting our relationships. They also pitch a reboot of the movie Weird Science.

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Man of the Year - Champions of Friendship - Man of The Year Trailer

Man of The Year Trailer

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10/25/22 • 2 min

Whatever happened to friendship? 49% of Americans report having three or fewer close friends and 12% have none! Comedians and friendship experts Matt Ritter and Aaron Karo are on a mission to change that. Each year they award a gigantic Man of the Year trophy to one of their childhood friends – a tradition that has kept their crew going strong for 35 years. They want to help you make new friends, reconnect with old ones, and build your own amazing friendship traditions. We all took Sex Ed in school, but there has never been “Friend Ed” – until now. COMING NOVEMBER 15TH!

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Man of the Year - Champions of Friendship - #34 - How To Get Set Up On A Man Date

#34 - How To Get Set Up On A Man Date

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07/04/23 • 36 min

Friendship Billionaires Matt and Karo discuss applying the principles of dating to making new friends. They also try their very first set-up. Listeners, do you know anyone in Austin, Texas who might be a good friend for mountain biking aficionado Max? If so, let us know and we’ll set up a man date!

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Man of the Year - Champions of Friendship - #13 - The Super Bowl of Friendship - Why Sports Matters in Friendship
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02/07/23 • 39 min

Pick-up basketball games. Super Bowl Sunday. Magic the Gathering tournaments. Sports – no matter how you define them – are an integral part of friendship. So lace up those cleats and put in the Scrub Offense because Matt and Karo are here to help you figure out who to take to the big game, who to draft in your fantasy league, what Magic the Gathering Is? and when to stand for the Progressive Insurance national anthem brought to you by Pizza Hut.

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Man of the Year - Champions of Friendship - #106 - Assuming the Best in Friendship

#106 - Assuming the Best in Friendship

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11/19/24 • 34 min

We have a viewpoint on the pod that you are better served to assume the best of intentions for your friends even when they mess up. It's the better way to friend. Why, well here are just a few reasons: Trust is the foundation of any strong friendship. Assuming the best helps to maintain and build trust between you and your friends. Enhances Communication: When you assume the best, you're more likely to communicate openly and honestly, fostering better understanding and resolving conflicts more easily. Promotes Positivity: A positive outlook can lead to a more optimistic and supportive social circle, benefiting everyone involved. Reduces Misunderstandings: Misinterpreting a friend's actions or words negatively can lead to unnecessary conflicts. Assuming the best helps to prevent such misunderstandings. Encourages Support: Believing in your friends' good intentions can make you more supportive and empathetic, strengthening the bond between you. #maleadultfriendship #scaredtobevulnerable #adultfriendship #socialfitness #howtomakefriends

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Man of the Year - Champions of Friendship - #36 - Won’t You Be My Neighbor – The Friend Next Door

#36 - Won’t You Be My Neighbor – The Friend Next Door

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07/18/23 • 39 min

Sometimes they bring over pie, sometimes they steal your mail, but they’re always a good potential source of new friends. Matt and Karo discuss neighbors – when you should befriend them, when you should crash their block parties, and when you should build your fence just a little bit higher. The guys also discover that grilling outside is a scam brought to you by Big Barbecue.

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Man of the Year - Champions of Friendship - #53 - The Pride of Plainview

#53 - The Pride of Plainview

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11/14/23 • 36 min

It’s the week before Thanksgiving and Matt and Karo are headed home to Long Island to talk bagels, New York accents, and setting the alarm off when you’re staying at your parents’ house. Let us know what it’s like when you visit your hometown – but keep it positive!

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Man of the Year - Champions of Friendship - #94 - Lonely at Work

#94 - Lonely at Work

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08/27/24 • 33 min

In this episode, we dive into the challenges of building genuine connections at work, especially in today's world of remote and hybrid setups, where colleagues are often spread across the globe. With fewer opportunities for face-to-face interactions, it's harder to find those you can be open and vulnerable with. But socialization is essential, so we’re sharing some tips to beat the office blues and foster better connections, no matter where you are.

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How many episodes does Man of the Year - Champions of Friendship have?

Man of the Year - Champions of Friendship currently has 136 episodes available.

What topics does Man of the Year - Champions of Friendship cover?

The podcast is about Society & Culture, Comedy, Podcasts and Relationships.

What is the most popular episode on Man of the Year - Champions of Friendship?

The episode title '#12 - Where Should You Go to Make Friends - Try the "Third Place"' is the most popular.

What is the average episode length on Man of the Year - Champions of Friendship?

The average episode length on Man of the Year - Champions of Friendship is 35 minutes.

How often are episodes of Man of the Year - Champions of Friendship released?

Episodes of Man of the Year - Champions of Friendship are typically released every 7 days.

When was the first episode of Man of the Year - Champions of Friendship?

The first episode of Man of the Year - Champions of Friendship was released on Oct 25, 2022.

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Well, it's my show so of course I love it, but I hope you do too!

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