Welcome to the Mencyclopedia Podcast with Raghu & Rajiv, the ultimate guide for men to unleash their full potential. Join us in this exclusive podcast BY men & FOR men, where we where men can be REAL & VULNERABLE without judgement.
Say goodbye to outdated beliefs about being a man. Rewrite the rules and discover a path to confidence, respect, success, and happiness. Each episode breaks down the Matrix of manhood, drawing from our experiences, including failures, to provide tangible tips for immediate application.
Mencyclopedia is more than just a podcast—it's a supportive community. Step into our warm man-cave, celebrating the journey of manhood. Share your thoughts and problems openly as we explore new, counter-intuitive ways to enhance the male experience. From career and relationships to fatherhood and mindset, our fast-paced 8-12 minute episodes cover it all.
Warning - Our tips can cause dramatic changes in personality. Let it be just our secret. No women allowed. Spread the word among buddies. Subscribe, rate, review, and recommend the Mencyclopedia Podcast. Together, we redefine what it truly means to be a man.
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Do your parents want you to succeed, but only in a profession of their liking? Do they feel your passion can be a hobby, but not your career? Why are they against your dream, and what can you do to bring them over to your side? The tips in this episode might turn your life around! A word of caution, though... Don't let your parents listen to this! email us at mencyclopedia@raghurajiv.com with any feedback, suggestions, or queries for sponsorship or collaborations. All genuine emails will be r...
29 Sept 2023
Get ready to be a disappointment.
One of the worst things a man can be called, is a disappointment. We live in abject fear of disappointing people around us all our lives. We don’t want to disappoint our parents when we’re young, so we feel pressure to take the courses & careers that they decide for us. As we grow up. we’re afraid of disappointing our friends. That’s called peer pressure. And we end up trying stupid shit like smoking and drinking games & dares & stuff. We get into a lot of trouble. And then it’s t...
22 Sept 2023
Is Feminism evil?
With this episode, I wade into unnecessarily controversial waters by opening a dialogue on Feminism. Why is it so demonised by some men? And how can an understanding of Feminism make us better as men? Litsen in and let's chat. A big shout out to Rohan Arora of IRL - In Real Love (Netfilx) fame, for creating the lovely new musical bed for Mencyclopedia. email us at mencyclopedia@raghurajiv.com with any feedback, suggestions, or queries for sponsorship or collaborations. All genuine emails will...
15 Sept 2023
How to have 'Tough Conversations'.
A guy being described as being a 'Nice guy' is like a girl being described as having a 'Good Personality'. Perfectly genuine & acceptable compliments… but they sting. That's because men who are described as nice guys are generally considered timid & non-assertive. They tend to avoid confrontation. That's because most of us don't know the art of having tough conversations. Everything need not become an emotional confrontation for you to impose your will on your circumstance...
8 Sept 2023
Facing rejection "like a man".
The first time I had a crush on a girl, I got rejected. Brutally! And that has shaped my life in ways that I didn't even realise for decades! Our aversion to rejection shapes us, gents, as much as our fear of failure does. What's more, this male attitude towards rejection is actually very dangerous for women. So what can we do about it? I'm not sure. I have some thoughts. Pls listen to this episode. And maybe you can come up with some solutions. email us at mencyclopedia@raghurajiv.com with a...
1 Sept 2023
Why fathers should NOT choose their child's profession! (do this instead)
Getting into a profession is the MOST important decision your child & you will ever make. But in today's times, kids resent their fathers pushing that decision on them; and with good reason. Fathers evaluate professions on the scale of how lucrative or "safe" they are in their own generation. And have a terrible aversion to risk. But this attitude will not set your child on the course of happiness and greatness. Teens, on the other hand, also don't make decisions based on information &...
25 Aug 2023
Crush ANY project !
Crush ANY project you want!: I know you feel overwhelmed whenever you have a big project to do - could be preparing for exams, starting your journey to fitness, starting an office project, anything. You don't know where to start. I felt like that too. We all do, and always will. But we can now bypass that helplessness by using a few simple brain hacks. These have worked wonders for me. Try them! email us at mencyclopedia@raghurajiv.com with any feedback, suggestions, or queries for sponsorshi...
18 Aug 2023
How to get RESPECT at work (specially if you're new)
Men draw a lot of their self-esteem from their work. In fact, what a man DOES is often used to describe who he IS. Our success at work dictates our quality of life, how our friends relate to us, even relationships & dating life. The stakes are high. No wonder we draw our sense of self-worth from our work-place; and that comes when we feel respected at office. In this episode, I demystify & simplify this high-stakes concept, and give young office goers 2 things to do & 1 thin...
11 Aug 2023
Fighting my fear of failure
I said I would be honest and vulnerable with you here, and I meant it. There is a fear I have always struggled with, and still do. The fear of Failure. And I’ve decided to face it head on now in an all out battle! I’d love it if you partnered with me in this fight, commented on my strategies, and helped me with some of yours too. I love reading and replying to your mails on every episode. email us at mencyclopedia@raghurajiv.com with any feedback, suggestions, or queries for sponsorship or co...
4 Aug 2023
HELP! No girls coz I'm SHORT!!!
There are some problems that affect both genders in varying degrees. But there’s ONE problem that is exclusively male. And worst of all, we have ZERO control over whether we have it or not. It’s being short. Girls can happily prance through life even if they’re short. But for men, it’s the difference between easy street & mental torture. And it kicks in when we’re teenagers. when all our friends suddenly shoot up, and we keep waiting for our growth spurt; in vain. It is then that our prob...
28 Jul 2023
Want to be happy? Don't obey your elders!
The title of this episode might seem controversial and clickbait-y, but hear me out. Be it your professional life, personal life or your health, a culture of unquestioning obedience might be a bigger obstacle to your happiness than you imagine. But do listen till the end. The opposite of obedience is NOT disobedience. email us at mencyclopedia@raghurajiv.com with any feedback, suggestions, or queries for sponsorship or collaborations. All genuine emails will be read and personally responded. ...
21 Jul 2023
I can help you become a Multi-millionaire
Where did we go after ROADIES? In this episode, we finally talk about our big plans after walking away from our reality show, and candidly tell you what went wrong with it. Our plan was bold & ahead of its time; and would have made us multi-millionaires. This is the story of how we missed our shot; and what lessons YOU can learn from it so that you don't repeat our mistakes. Sharing success stories is really easy. But having the courage to be vulnerable enough to share your mi...
13 Jul 2023
How I won the longest battle with my addiction
Quitting smoking is not easy in the best of times. And I decided to quit when I was just coming out of the lowest point of my life! After so many failed attempts at quitting, things had come to a climax. I had to either quit smoking, or risk losing the most amazing girl ever! This is the story of how I finally kicked ass kicking the butt! I employed 7 strategies that you too can use to finally overcome your smoking habit. Even if cigarettes are not your particular problem, you can adapt these...
28 Jun 2023
The secret of my confidence
"Sir, I want to be confident like you!" Whenever I hear this, I inwardly chuckle. That's because I spent most of my life being under confident & meek. I was frustrated that I wasn't born with this 'king of qualities', and envied the people who were. Only later in life did I realised that confidence is not inborn, but an acquired skill. I discovered & developed some hacks to supercharge my confidence whenever I needed it. In this episode, I share the story of my confidence....
26 Jun 2023
Mencyclopedia - NO women allowed!
This episode introduces Raghu Rajiv, and explores the 3 fundamental questions of this podcast: 1. WHY?: Why did we decide to do this Podcast? what unique value does this bring to OUR lives? To put it simply, we started this podcast to connect back with YOU. The people who brought meaning to our lives. We've been a part of each other's lives for over a decade, and many of you have grown up with us. This podcast is our attempt to renew this relationship. 2. WHAT?: What i...
5 Jun 2023
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Introducing the Mencyclopedia Podcast with Raghu & Rajiv, the ultimate guide for men who are ready to break free from societal stereotypes and unlock their full potential. Join us in this exclusive podcast made BY men, FOR men... and let's dive into a world of uncensored and candid discussions. Are you tired of conforming to society's expectations of manhood? We were too. That's why we're here to share our personal journey of transformation from under-confident and timid individuals to co...
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