Episode 2: From Grouchy to Grounded: The Truth About Irritable Male

**From Grouchy to Grounded: The Truth About Irritable Male Syndrome**  
*with Dr. Jed Diamond | The Evolved Caveman*

Ever feel low-key ragey for no reason? Snapping at your partner? Checked out at work? You might be dealing with something called **Irritable Male Syndrome** — and yeah, it’s a real thing.

In this episode, Dr. John sits down with men’s health pioneer **Dr. Jed Diamond** — founder of *MenAlive* and author of 16 books including *Irritable Male Syndrome*, *12 Rules for Good Men*, and *Healing the Family Father Wound*.

We dive into:
- WTF Irritable Male Syndrome is (and how it sneaks up on you)  
- The connection between low testosterone, stress, diet, and bad moods  
- What happens when men avoid emotions (hint: it’s not pretty)  
- Practical tools to feel better — fast  
- Why positive masculinity is *not* about being nice, but being whole  
- And yes, Jed’s rant on red Keds and gender norms

This one’s got heart, humor, and hard-earned wisdom. If you or your partner feels like you’re always on edge, don’t miss this conversation.

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