At some point, it became a thing to pretend to be afraid of clowns. I don’t know how exactly, but I suspect someone—probably in some quirky-ass movie, probably with quirky-ass Zach Braff’s unbelievably punchable face in it (the Germans have a wonderful word for the face in need of punching or slapping: backpfeifengesicht, the... Continue Reading →
Jerky and Trail Mix – Together at Last
By Craig Packard Yeah, you heard that right. What do you need? Nuts? Check. Dried fruit? Check. Beef? Um, check? Why, you may ask? Because: Man. What the hell isn't made better by the addition of beef? Think about that, and if you come up with any answer, punch yourself in the face. You don't... Continue Reading →
Top Ten Celebrity Mustaches
by Craig Packard Face it, you're going to want to do it at some point. And sure, people will try and discourage you, but people doubting you just drives you on. Listening to naysayers is for lesser men. Go ahead, rock the 'stache, if you wanna. Don't let your mom, your girlfriend, your boss, basic... Continue Reading →
Ask This Asian Chick
Dear Asian Chick, How do I hit on a chick at the gym? They always have their earbuds in and don't hear me when I talk to them. Thanks, Shawn, Who Enjoys Amateur Tantric Yoga Dear SWEATY, This is a common conundrum for men. How can they use the gym as their personal singles joint... Continue Reading →
So You Want to Shave Your Junk
So you want to shave your junk. First question: why? No, seriously. Why? Okay, let's set that aside for a moment, because you really seem to want to go through with this, although most of us spend our lives trying to keep sharp objects away from our precious jewels. But not you. No, sir. You... Continue Reading →
Damn Fine IPA
By Craig Packard Some would say the best beer in America is Pliny the Elder, from Russian River Brewing in California, and they might be right, but damned if Georgetown Brewing Company's Lucille doesn't give it a run for its money. On a visit to their brewery in the Georgetown neighborhood of Seattle, WA, I... Continue Reading →
How to Take a Dick Pic That’ll Demand Her Attention
By Geoffrey P. Baron Hey, it’s tough out there to be a man these days. It used to be, you could slap your secretary/nurse/teacher/pastor’s wife on the ass and everyone knew it was just you saying “Hey, you’d be an acceptable option for a roll in the hay” without needing to waste words. With dating... Continue Reading →
The Omega Speedmaster Moonwatch: Some Accessories Can Make You a Better Man
By Craig Packard This is the watch that went to the moon. How frickin' cool is that? Not only that, it's gone along for every piloted NASA mission since 1965. Now, ordinarily we'd say an accessory is just an accessory. It's something to add a little panache to your already slick style. And certainly a... Continue Reading →
This Asian Chick: The ISJ Holiday Gift Guide for Her
Now that you have your own wish list completed, it's the time of year again when everything you feel for your woman needs to be perfectly and succinctly expressed in a material way. Don't worry! It's not that big of a deal. It's just going to either make or break your relationship and must be... Continue Reading →
ISJ Holiday Gift Guide 2018
The ISJ man always knows what he wants. Unless he doesn't. That's why we've compiled a list of the manliest gifts to put on your Wish List. You didn't even know you needed these until you saw them here. Now you know We'll break it down the basics: meat, fire, drink, and gear. Meat: Shred... Continue Reading →