Men Underestimate The Power Of Their Leadership With Women - MTP507

Better Men Get Better Women - The Mountain Top59mApril 10, 2026

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In this episode of *Better Men Get Better Women*, host Scott McKay welcomes back longtime friend and fellow dating expert Marnie Kinris to explore a powerful yet often overlooked truth: men significantly underestimate their own leadership power in relationships with women. Drawing from personal experiences as parents, coaches, and relationship experts, they unpack how men’s behavior directly shapes the type of women they attract—whether emotionally healthy partners or 'crazy' or narcissistic ones. The conversation centers on the 'Four S's'—Safe, Special, Sexy, and Selected—as primal triggers that create attraction and deep connection. Marnie emphasizes that women don’t need to be 'fixed' but need to feel seen, valued, and chosen. Scott reinforces that leadership isn’t about control, but about setting boundaries, embodying confidence, and creating emotional safety. They challenge the myth that women hold all the power, arguing instead that men who master the Four S’s and the Big Four (confidence, groundedness, communication, and character) gain real agency. The episode concludes with practical takeaways: lead with intention, avoid desperation, prioritize emotional safety, and remember that being chosen is the ultimate form of masculine power.

Key Takeaways
1

Men’s leadership in relationships shapes the type of women they attract—leading with safety and standards attracts healthy, confident women.

2

The Four S’s—Safe, Special, Sexy, Selected—are primal triggers that create attraction and long-term connection.

3

Women feel safe when men are present, grounded, and emotionally available—not when they’re overly aggressive or needy.

4

Being 'selected' by a man is more powerful than being 'chosen' by a woman; it signals value and confidence.

5

Setting boundaries around emotional and physical availability (e.g., not picking up rides, not doing favors) protects your energy and attracts better partners.

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Chapters
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10 min

The Power of Male Leadership in Relationships

Men lead the whole thing. It feels the other way. But your actions dictate what kind of woman you get in front of you.

Highlight
10:00
10 min

The Four S’s of Female Attraction

She feels safe. Her guard comes down. She can relax and be herself.

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20:00
10 min

How Men Create the Women They Attract

You are always going to find women who are like that or make women into women who become like that because of what you're doing right now.

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30:00
10 min

The Myth of Female Power and the Reality of Choice

He or she who has options has the power. You become a big four man and you practice these four S’s. You're going to have more options immediately.

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40:00
10 min

Practical Steps to Lead with Intention

The hosts offer actionable advice: focus on one S per week (e.g., safety), practice small gestures like opening doors, lowering your voice, and making eye contact. They emphasize that being safe, special, and selective isn’t manipulation—it’s leadership.

High-Impact Quotes
Men lead the whole thing. It feels the other way. But your actions dictate what kind of woman you get in front of you.
Scott McKay23:28
Viral: 92.0
You are always going to find women who are like that or make women into women who become like that because of what you're doing right now.
Scott McKay14:37
Viral: 88.0
The hardest things we as men ever have to do are often decisions. They're reigning in our emotions. It's doing the right thing instead of the easy or the pretty or the clean thing.
Scott McKay34:56
Viral: 87.0
Speakers

Host

Scott McKay

Guest

Marnie Kinris
Topics Discussed
Male Leadership in Relationships95%Four S's of Attraction93%Emotional Safety and Trust90%Self-Fulfilling Prophecies in Dating88%The Big Four of Masculine Character87%Power Dynamics in Dating85%Authenticity and Vulnerability80%Parenting and Personal Growth78%
People & Brands

Marnie Kinris

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18xPositive

Scott McKay

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15xPositive

Mountaintop Podcast

media

8xPositive

FwithHer.com

product

6xPositive

Wing Girl Method

brand

5xPositive

X and Y Communications

organization

4xPositive

Dating Apps

other

4xMixed

AI

other

3xNeutral

Los Angeles

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3xNeutral

Eben Pagan

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3xPositive

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