Category: Lifestyle - ManPossible

The List

1/25/2016

“Hey Man! We heard… you like lists. So we made a list for your list.” [A quick side bar – we had a discussion on our podcast re: setting goals for the New Year. Coming off the podcast, our Editor-in-Chief challenged another editor to come up with a way he makes his list and the ways he’ll hit his goals for 2016.]

It’s getting a bit old but, officially, Happy New Year Everybody! Another year and another exciting adventure awaits us. Before we get too far into 2016, let’s talk about something that’s probably on most people’s minds: New Year resolutions. That’s right, you know we can’t start off the year properly without giving ourselves some homework to do.

Instead of focusing on the usual, “travel more” and “hit the gym” goals, we want to focus on the more important things in life. Regardless of whether you are a believer of setting goals or a dreamer of achieving them, we want to arm you with a check-off list to help you make that important decision for the year. Below you will find a list of important things to keep in mind when making your own New Year’s resolution(s) for 2016.

Armpits. What to do?

1/8/2016

Why do we have armpit hair? Have you pondered this question? At ManPossible, it's our job to think about these nuances on your behalf. Quite frankly these questions keep us awake at night.... for some of us, perhaps it's because our armpits get too sweaty.

So forget about the mind boggling question as to why we have armpit hair? But instead, what should we do with it? After all, grooming is one of the key topics we cover here at ManPossible. Should we shave it clean? Should we trim? And why? How?

Liquid Art - The Balvenie

12/14/2015

ManPossible loyalists and royalists can attest, we appreciate the fine things in life. I mean who doesn't? And as you all know from our series on whisky (and wine), we appreciate the science and art of liquid gold, whisky. Most spirits and malt makers are artists, but one of the true magicians in this field is Balvenie. So when we heard the news that our friends at Balvenie are launching The Balvenie Commission to celebrate the art and culture of craftsmanship around the world, we were thrilled.

Man Bun

11/13/2015

Photos used under CC from wikimedia.

What is a Man Bun?

This week, Groupon's promo [re]stirred the "man bun" craze. So for those who aren't exactly sure what a man bun is, let's start with a definition. A bun is is a type of hairstyle wherein the hair is pulled back from the face, twisted or plaited, and wrapped in a circular coil around itself, typically on the back of the head or neck... according to Wikipedia. A man bun, therefore, is a man who sports such hair do.

Here are some historical and celebrity figures who have sported man buns:
1. Terracotta Worriors
2. Samuri Worriors
3. Buddah
4. Chris Hemsworth (pic)
5. Leonardo DiCaprio
6. Brand Pitt
7. Wannabe Hipsters (aka interns) at ManPossible
etc. etc.

Boy Meets Girl (Something Magical Happens)

10/28/2015

Every story has a beginning… This particular story started roughly 3 years ago…

Orale Holmes!

10/19/2015

[The story takes place in front of an urban coffee shop where two friends meet to catch up…]

Together: Orale! Wass Happenin! Long time no see holmes!

Friend A: (*sniff* *sniff*) Eh Vato! What’s that smell eh!? (*sniff* *sniff*) Is that you holmes?

Squatty Potty (Bootleg Edition)

10/12/2015

The world is a BIG place! There’s never a day that goes by without the chance to learn something new. This is particularly true in the world of grooming… Within a short span of two years, we’ve come across an ever growing list of many interesting grooming and lifestyle products that took our edumacation to another level…

Soup of the Day

9/28/2015

“Soup of the Day: Whiskey.”

That was the inspirational phrase I saw when I first stepped into the Vietnamese Restaurant, East Borough in Culver City, CA. Delicious food aside, that phrase alone was enough to earn this restaurant 5 out of 5 stars in my book.

If you think we are going to start an article with a hook and leave out the jabs, then you must be a MP virgin. As you may have guessed by now, our post today has something to do with Whisky!

A Two Year Old's Promise

9/14/2015

Happy Birthday to you,
Happy Birthday to you,
Happy Birthday Dear ManPossible,
Happy Birthday to you!!

AIM HTIW SDRAWKCAB :: BACKWARDS WITH MIA

8/31/2015

Greetings and salutations fellow MP dudes and dudettes. Before we dive into our usual shenanigans, I’d like to make a few announcements. As of Thursday, 8/20, I’ve officially parted ways with my beloved 1993 “Classic Red” Mazda Miata aka “Mia”. As much as I love(d) Mia, the timing and circumstances did not allow for the two of us to be together. While the world is buzzing over our separation, life must go on! I am also happy to say that Mia found a partner who will really give her the attention she rightfully deserves. With these changes, it was only appropriate that I finally wrap up the 3-part stick shift masterpiece.

7 Man-Steps To Be Stylish

8/26/2015

Style doesn't have to be rocket science. It should be a part of your, everyday! MP recently ran across ‘7 steps to be stylish’ on ShopWithStyle.com. The steps were primarily for the other 50%... So naturally, we wanted to modify that to be appropriately ManFitting.

STOP!!!

8/24/2015

STOP! Stop whatever you’re doing (unless you’re reading articles on ManPossible)! Take this moment of stillness and engage that brilliant brain of yours.

When was the last time you felt at ease?

Don’t answer that question just yet. Keep on reading…

The Missing Pair

8/21/2015

Detective Log Entry:

(Friday, around 8:30PM)

While working tirelessly at my desk, my rhythm was suddenly interrupted by the sound of my ringtone. Taking a quick moment to adjust myself to this unforeseen commotion, I reached for my phone…

Coffee

8/17/2015

“A grande single shot 4 pumps sugar free peppermint nonfat extra hot no foam light whip stirred white mocha”.

Nostalgic "one"

8/8/2015

Throw back Thursdays! Way back Wednesdays! Flashback Fridays! We love bringing back these (sometimes cheesy) favorites from the past for one reason… nostalgia! It’s our instant gateway to the best of times, memories, and awesomeness. So why are we talking about these? ManPossible recently got re-introduced to a timeless classic way of shaving via MicroTouch One - Classic Safety Razor.

Mission: ManPossible - The Epic Release

8/5/2015

So the word on the street is that Tom Cruise is at it again with the Mission: Impossible franchise. The entertainment industry has given Tom some high praises as he returns to the role of Ethan Hunt in Mission: Impossible Rogue Nation.

Paradise - Man-Pics

8/3/2015

Aloha!... to all MPers! A few of us decided to take a quick trip to the paradise and wanted to share some MP moments. Enjoy!

The Stand.ART

7/22/2015

Last time we checked, Apple Inc. wasn’t in the grooming game. But then again, nobody artistic seemed to be setting foot in the grooming scene. A quick stroll around our local department store was enough to convince us that grooming and art were never meant to be. This was especially true when it came to shaving. In the fierce battle to dominate the razor category, top brands such as Gillette focused their energy and attention on functionality while the likes of the Dollar Shave Club [a BIG shout-out to Christopher] delivers a jab with their affordable price point.

Working Your Stick - Part 2

7/20/2015

So you’ve just finished reading Part 1 of “Working Your Stick” and now you’re all pumped up with excitement. Your first instinct was to hit up YouTube and spend countless hours watching videos of people talking/teaching about how to actually drive a stick shift. Before you move further by breaking that piggy bank and rushing out to get a manual transmission car, let us give you some additional insights and food for thought.

Working Your Stick – Part I

7/13/2015

I was cruising along the open road. This being your typical SoCal summer weather, the temperature was somewhere in the mid 80s. Evidently the radiant heat circling around me didn’t faze me one bit. No sir! There wasn’t a worry in the world that would ruin my day! I was in a 1993 “Classic Red” Mazda Miata, with the top down and my hair trailing behind me. For those of you who missed “The Crisis Is Real”, well lets just say the crisis is REAL!

The Bald Eagle

6/27/2015

We all have our weaknesses. It varies from person to person. But perhaps the most common kryptonite among bros is hair loss aka male pattern baldness.

A Post-Apocalyptic Chase - Part 2

6/17/2015

The rule is simple: Survive!

When we last left our hero, he spotted the onslaught of viscious warriors headed towards his direction and took off in his nimble 2015 Nissan Juke!

Back to our story…

FlashBack F-day!

6/12/2015

Of course, we're referring to one of our articles from the past. Flashback Friday! - Cruelty Free Grooming! Happy Friday.

A Post-Apocalyptic Chase – Part 1

6/10/2015

Here’s the scene:

The year is 2015, the post-apocalyptic future, an alternative universe. It’s hot! The temperature outside is well in the high 90s. A 360 degree peek reveals nothing but dirt, sand, and mile after mile of barren land. In this place, there are no rules; humanity is driven into chaos, and the means of power isn’t symbolized by money, but rather by one single commodity - oil! In this hellfire driven society, those who posses this scarce resource rule the land.

The Crisis Is Real

6/1/2015

Mid-life crisis, quarter-life crisis, call it whatever you want to call it. The bottom-line: there is a crisis! By our definition, a life crisis is a disturbance and imbalance of the time - space continuum. Simply put, a person has come to the realization that he or she has hit a roadblock in life that challenges the foundation of ones purpose for existence. Being that we are dealing with a crisis, let us get right to it.