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I host The Next Level Guy Podcast — conversations focused on helping men build themselves physically, mentally, socially, and professionally through real-world experience, discipline, and honest self-development. The show was built for ordinary men trying to improve their lives without the fake guru nonsense, empty motivation, or polished perfection. Every episode focuses on practical lessons, hard-earned perspective, and actionable tools that can actually be applied in real life. My own journey has included struggles with confidence, focus, mental health, and feeling stuck — which is why I care more about lived experience than theory. I’m not interested in pretending to have all the answers. I’m interested in learning from people who’ve genuinely done the work, testing those lessons in my own life, and sharing what actually helps. If you’re trying to become stronger, calmer, more capable, and more intentional in how you live, you’re in the right place.

What are the ‘Alpha Male Characteristics’ I should aim for?

I have been getting some emails asking if I can put a list up of the typical characteristics of a Alpha Male. In response, I have compiled a quick list below. I have also created a page in the menu bar called … believe it or not! … ‘Alpha Male Characteristics’ (I know – I’m…

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How to be passionate about something – Slash (Velvet Revolver)

  What is it? Character: Saul ‘Slash’ Hudson From: Velvet Revolver Type: Music Stars What is this clip about: At a live festival gig, this clip shows the Slash ripping out a guitar solo from one of his most famous songs. Why should I watch it? Slash gets into state when he plays guitar, it…

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How to be flexible in your Gameplan – Jason Bourne (Matt Damon)

  What is it? Character: Jason Bourne From: The Bourne Supremacy Type: Action Stars What is this clip about: Bourne is being chased through the streets of Moscow by the Police, who are trying to capture him, and an Asset, who is intent on killing him. Bourne has to escape capture, whilst injured and avoid…

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How to be Self-amusing – Chael Sonnen (UFC)

; What is it? Character: Chael Sonnen From: UFC (Ultimate Fighting Championship) Type: Sport Stars What is this clip about: In this clip, there is a mash up of a selection of Chael’d interviews, that show him being self-amusing. ; Why should I watch it? Chael is by far one of the most amusing Sports…

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How to say anything you want – Frankie Boyle (Comedian)

  What is it? Character: Frankie Boyle From: A range of Comedy Shows. Type: Comedy Stars What is this clip about: Frankie Boyle’s 10 darkest (read funniest!) jokes.   Why should I watch it? Comedy is funny, Frankie Boyle is funnier. His jokes are like those you tell your friend when no one else is…

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How to deal with threats from other guys – The Joker (Batman Begins)

http://youtu.be/ohU16OiduUs   What is it? Character: The Joker From: Batman Begins Type: Action Star What is this clip about: The Joker has been arrested and is being interrogated by Batman (played by Christian Bale). Throughout the interview, Batman resorts to violence to try and scare the Joker into giving up information, which leads to interesting…

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How to be Alpha with a girl – James Bond (Daniel Craig)

; What is it? Character: James Bond (played by Daniel Craig) From: James Bond Films! Type: Film Year: 2006 What is this clip about: James Bond meets the über sultry Vesper Lynd (Eva Green) for the first time and they sound each other out over dinner. This is my favourite film and this clip blew…

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How to be the Alpha Male in a Group of Guys – Lord Flashheart (Blackadder)

  What is it? Character: Lord Flashheart From: Blackadder Type: Comedy Stars What is this clip about: Blackadder and George have decided to join the ’20 Minuters’ flying squad and are going to their first training lession … being led by Lord Flashheart! Why should I watch it? Lord Flashheart just doesn’t care. He struts…

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The difference between Confidence and Arrogance – Muhammad Ali

  What is it? Character: Muhammad Ali From: Boxing Type: Sport Stars What is this clip about: Michael Parkinson is retiring and is showing clips of his favourite guests he has interviewed, Ali being one. In this video, there are different clips of their interviews and how Ali treads the line majestically between confidence and…

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How to use vocal tonality to control people – Jack Bauer (24)

; What is it? Character: Jack Bauer From: 24 Type: TV Star What is this clip about: In this clip, we have numerous examples of Jack Bauer’s great tonality. Why should I watch it? Bauer’s has a deep masculine tone. When he talks his standard voice tone is louder than normal. He doesn’t just talk,…

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