In this episode, the fellas discuss their relationships to their fathers and how that molded their views on politics and masculinity.

• (00:00) - Introduction
• (00:57) - Chris talks about his protein intake / flatulence
• (06:01) - Surafel talks about what he'd do for tiramisu
• (10:48) - The fellas talk about avoiding Amazon and consumerism
• (14:52) - Let's talk Dads
• (19:52) - Chris talks about how his Dad "taught" him to drive
• (27:14) - Mason describes his Dad's teaching style
• (29:41) - What was Mason's Dad like when he was upset
• (35:48) - Chris' overall relationship with his Dad
• (41:59) - Mason on why conservative influencers appealed to him
• (48:57) - Surafel and his Dad's relationship
• (52:17) - Surafel's parents and therapy
• (57:49) - Why its important for men to improve
• (59:11) - How Chris unpacked his own issues when raising his son
• (01:08:31) - How Chris decides to intervene with his son
• (01:12:23) - The weird experience of being around happy families
• (01:14:03) - Chris shouts out the Dads
• (01:15:05) - Surafel brings us home

In this episode, Surafel details his experience dating in 2025 and specifically in how he handles rejection. Chris and Mason weigh in, and discuss their own struggles in relationships.

In this episode, the fellas discuss their personal journeys and how they became who they are today. This analysis is largely done through the lense of their family and social lives as they grew up.

Timestamps:

Intro - (00:00)

Catching up w/The Fellas: (00:57)

Chris fixes his sleep schedule: (02:27)

The Boys and the DSA AfroSoC affinity group: (03:09)

Mason wins 2nd place at a Black History Month Trivia: (03:25)

Worried about the tide of fascism? Consider DSA: (04:08)

Snuggly Surafel Sleeps Soundly for 12 hours: (05:12)

Surafel benches a PLATE for the first time: (6:54)

Mason and Chris discusses fasting for Ramadan: (07:48)

Mason and his upcoming first Irish dish: (10:34)

Chris tells a story about how his friend ordered an Irish car bomb at an Irish pub...in Ireland: (15:16)

Surafel introduces the main topic: (18:25)