Community-builder and serial entrepreneur by nature, Mike Brcic is passionate about helping entrepreneurs live inspired, more connected lives. Through his Toronto events for entrepreneurs, and his adventure retreats around the world with Mastermind Adventures, Mike helps entrepreneurs find their tribe and the support they need to achieve great things and personal fulfillment. He is a passionate speaker on many topics related to entrepreneurship, community building, and mental health. He also off...
Mar 11, 2019•1 hr 9 min•Season 1Ep. 224
James Clear is an author and speaker focused on habits, decision-making, and continuous improvement. He is the author of Atomic Habits and his writing has appeared in the New York Times, Entrepreneur, Time, and on CBS This Morning. His website receives millions of visitors each month and hundreds of thousands subscribe to his popular email newsletter. He is a regular speaker at Fortune 500 companies and his work is used by teams in the NFL, NBA, and MLB. Through his online course, The Habits Aca...
Mar 04, 2019•57 min•Season 1Ep. 223
Time Management... It's something we all love to hate. We chase our schedules, try to create more time, schedule our time more effectively, feel like we don't have enough time, want more time, and then when we get time - we don't know what to do! In this episode I share the biggest time management mistake people make and how to more effectively use your time! Are you looking to find your purpose, navigate transition or fix your relationships, all with a powerful group of men from around the worl...
Feb 28, 2019•8 min
Marc-Henri Sandoz Paradella was born in 1963, he studied Protestant theology at the University of Geneva to become a pastor. He practiced that profession as a life mission for fifteen years in an evangelical church. Deep questioning led him to resign: he realized the sectarianism and mind blocks that were at the core of his faith, and the sufferings hiding behind them. He faced little by little his own shadows, and began a long-term therapeutic and integrative work. He passed through a period ...
Feb 25, 2019•1 hr 6 min•Season 1Ep. 222
Almost all of us self-sabotage. We work on figuring out why, find our bad habits, figure out what they are sabotaging, and sometimes even lift up the curtain high enough to see why we are doing it! But the sabotage continues. WHY?! In this mini episode, I aim to show you why sabotage continues to happen and how to overcome it. I unpack the 6 reasons why people sabotage, and give you the 4 steps to move through it. Check it out and comment below. Are you looking to find your purpose, navigate tra...
Feb 21, 2019•14 min
Dan Schawbel is a New York Times bestselling author, Partner and Research Director at Future Workplace, and the Founder of both Millennial Branding and WorkplaceTrends.com. He is the bestselling author of two career books: Promote Yourself and Me 2.0. His new book, Back to Human: How Great Leaders Create Connection in the Age of Isolation, was selected by The Financial Times as the book of the month. Through his companies, he’s conducted dozens of research studies and worked with major brands in...
Feb 18, 2019•51 min•Season 1Ep. 221
Relationships can teach us volumes about ourselves and life itself. Thankfully, I happen to be marrying one of the worlds leading couples therapists who knows relationships in a way so few could even hope to comprehend. And because of that, I wanted to share a few of the lessons that i've learned being in a relationship with this incredible woman. Are you looking to find your purpose, navigate transition or fix your relationships, all with a powerful group of men from around the world? Check out...
Feb 14, 2019•10 min
For the past 20 years Michael has been working to understand the secrets of human connection. His projects have turned into international movements and impacted millions. His second book "Let's Talk About Death" published by Hachette/Da Capo will be available in the U.S., U.K., and Australia in October of 2018. Michael recently became a Partner at RoundGlass to further expand his efforts to impact global well being. In 1999 Michael and Naomi Pomeroy co-founded Family Supper in Portland, a supper...
Feb 11, 2019•59 min•Season 1Ep. 220
Lately, a lot of my clients have been asking how they can initiate sex with their partner. Some feel embarrassed, unsure of what to do or say, or feel like they don't know what their partner likes. In this mini-episode, I share 3 ways for you and your partner to explore initiating sex. I encourage you to listen to this together and dig into what both of you like. Also, if you're wanting to better understand men or women, Vienna and I are doing an Understanding Men and Understanding Women webinar...
Feb 07, 2019•16 min
Todd Herman is an author, performance advisor, and entrepreneur. For 22 years, his training company, Herman Performance Systems, has focused on helping achievers and ambitious people in sport & business, achieve wildly outrageous goals while enjoying the process. Originally from Alberta, Canada where he grew up on a large farm and ranch, where he developed a healthy dislike of chicken coops. His company has a suite of programs serving Olympic athletes, Entrepreneurs and Leaders, and is the a...
Feb 04, 2019•1 hr 5 min•Season 1Ep. 219
Most people are looking for a simple, yet effective tool to grow themselves on a consistent basis. After doing a lot of research, trying out different methods, and using myself as a guinea pig, this tool is one of the most effective things i've found for producing powerful results and moving through worries and doubts. In this episode, I breakdown how you can take action and let go of the things that don't serve you, the things which hold you back and get in the way of greatness. See omnystudio....
Jan 31, 2019•14 min
Andrew Horn is a Brooklyn based social entrepreneur, writer and speaker. He is the Co-Founder and CEO Tribute.co. The company helps you celebrate the people you love with a video of their friends and family telling them why they're awesome. They have delivered more than 150,000 videos and were recently called Hallmark 2.0 by the New Yorker. He is also the founder of a community for men called The Junto. The Junto hosts their own weekend experiences and curates events and resources that are avail...
Jan 28, 2019•1 hr 10 min•Season 1Ep. 218
Recently, I gave away almost everything I own, clothes, books, bed, stereo equipment, couches, piano, everything... I just let it all go. And after making the decision, I decided to share my lessons in giving everything away because it's been incredibly freeing. Don't miss this episode! Are you looking to find your purpose, navigate transition or fix your relationships, all with a powerful group of men from around the world? Check out The Alliance and join me today. Check out our Facebook Page o...
Jan 24, 2019•12 min
What happens when abused boys become men? How are boys shaped into men who have been abused and how does this shape them as leaders, husbands, and fathers? How do men work through trauma, abuse, abandonment, and sexual abuse? In this unique, first of it's kind episode, I interview a client who has faced and been through many of these things. Much of it has been talked about and worked through in a therapeutic or coaching setting, but some still needs to be addressed. In this setting, the anonymo...
Jan 21, 2019•1 hr 33 min•Season 1Ep. 217
How do you get what you want? Without manipulating, trying to control, or being so attached to an outcome that it drives you crazy?! That's what I dive into on this mini episode. Here's what I cover: The root problem we all have How great movements were created What we need to keep our eyes out for Where resistance comes from The secret antidote to the world’s problems Plus much more… Special Recipe for the cold: Ginger, honey, rosemary, lemon, cayenne boiled into a tea. Are you looking to find ...
Jan 17, 2019•12 min
Marc Groman, an internationally recognized expert in privacy and information risk management, advises senior leaders in both business and government on complex, data-driven initiatives. He helps clients implement global privacy programs, launch new products and services, conduct due diligence on potential partners, assess privacy risk, and respond to data security incidents. He teaches data breach response at Georgetown Law School, and is actively engaged in the policy debate on federal privacy ...
Jan 14, 2019•1 hr 11 min•Season 1Ep. 216
The real impact of divorce is bigger than people know. And for years, many people have grown up in fatherless homes. Some fathers have been absent, or abusive, or workaholics, or just unsure of how to be a dad. But the impact of these fatherless homes is real. In this mini episode I talk share the shocking facts of divorce and fatherless homes. I also share how to start leading yourself through the process of healing your past and learning how to father (or mother) yourself. Are you looking to f...
Jan 10, 2019•20 min
As Inc. Magazine reported, “Isaac Lidsky may possess the most eclectic resume in business. Over the years, he has been a child television star (he played series regular “Weasel” on NBC’s “Saved By The Bell: The New Class”), a Supreme Court clerk (for Justices Sandra Day O’Connor and Ruth Bader Ginsburg), and the co-founder of an internet startup.” The full list of his accomplishments is far longer: Lidsky graduated from Harvard at 19 with an honors degree in mathematics and computer science. He ...
Jan 07, 2019•1 hr•Season 1Ep. 215
As 2018 comes to a close Connor looks back on the year and how we can do our best to plan for the New Year ahead... The Recap: This is something you can do with a friend, your partner, or solo. If you’re in the ManTalks community, share your recap with the men there, or forward it to someone you’re accountable with. Use these prompts to recap your year. 1. This year, I was the most grateful for… 2. The accomplishments I’m the most proud of are… 3. Where I feel like i failed is… 4. What i’ve lear...
Dec 31, 2018•30 min
The holidays are upon us and have you thought about what is working and what isn't in your life? In this time of reflection Connor jams on The Key to Following Your Bliss in this Holiday special episode. Are you looking to find your purpose, navigate transition or fix your relationships, all with a powerful group of men from around the world? Check out The Alliance and join me today. Check out our Facebook Page or the Men's community . Subscribe on Apple Podcasts | Google Podcasts | Spotify For ...
Dec 24, 2018•14 min
What do you want to do before you die? Connor jams on his reflection and perspective on asking himself this very question. Are you looking to find your purpose, navigate transition or fix your relationships, all with a powerful group of men from around the world? Check out The Alliance and join me today. Check out our Facebook Page or the Men's community . Subscribe on Apple Podcasts | Google Podcasts | Spotify For more episodes visit us at ManTalks.com | Facebook | Instagram | Twitter Did you e...
Dec 20, 2018•12 min
Vienna Pharaon (my fiancé) and I dive into everything we need to know to get the most from of our relationship during the holidays. This episode is for the people who want to get the most from the holidays and really be present. It's for the people who sometimes struggle to connect with family & friends, for the people who have challenging family relationships, and for the people who sometimes struggle to connect with in-laws. We talk about: How to maintain & deepens intimacy over the ho...
Dec 17, 2018•1 hr 12 min•Season 1Ep. 214
Do you wonder "Why does this happen to me?" What can you do to change the patterns in your life and end your suffering? Connor jams on this in this weeks mini-episode. Are you looking to find your purpose, navigate transition or fix your relationships, all with a powerful group of men from around the world? Check out The Alliance and join me today. Check out our Facebook Page or the Men's community . Subscribe on Apple Podcasts | Google Podcasts | Spotify For more episodes visit us at ManTalks.c...
Dec 13, 2018•31 min
Dr. Stephen de Wit is a Board Certified Sexologist through the American College of Sexologists. He holds a Master of Public Health in Human Sexuality and a Doctorate of Human Sexuality. Toronto's Hassle Free Clinic is where Stephen started as a sexual health counselor and now travels both nationally and internationally speaking about sexual empowerment. As a sexuality educator, therapist and consultant he is committed that people live a sexually empowered life free from guilt, shame and fear and...
Dec 10, 2018•54 min•Season 1Ep. 213
Failure happens to us all. Some people learn, grow, and accelerate in life because of it, while others struggle, stay stuck, and beat themselves up for the failure. But whats the difference. How do some people do it? How can we leverage failures and learn faster? Tune in to find out and share with someone who could use this episode. Are you looking to find your purpose, navigate transition or fix your relationships, all with a powerful group of men from around the world? Check out The Alliance a...
Dec 06, 2018•14 min
Ajit Nawalkha, a serial entrepreneur, global educator & consultant, he is the co-founder of Mindvalley Teach, Evercoach, and Global GRIT Institute. Born in Jaipur, Rajasthan living in a home with 23 other people, has always pursued the dream of Living Big. Over the past decade he has helped build training and coaching companies to inspire the coming generation, transform entrepreneurs to live on purpose, while enjoying their lives while increasing profits. He enjoys exploring the world, lear...
Dec 03, 2018•1 hr 2 min•Season 1Ep. 212
The Stoics taught us a lot about our internal reality. They were able to teach simple, yet profound lessons, that if lived on a daily basis, can alter the course of your happiness, mindset, and personal growth. In this episode I share 5 lessons from my favorite stoics that can change your life. Are you looking to find your purpose, navigate transition or fix your relationships, all with a powerful group of men from around the world? Check out The Alliance and join me today. Check out our Faceboo...
Nov 29, 2018•13 min
Andrew Holecek has completed the traditional three-year Buddhist meditation retreat and offers seminars internationally on meditation, dream yoga, and the art of dying. He is the author of Dream Yoga: Illuminating Your Life Through Lucid Dreaming and the Tibetan Yogas of Sleep; The Power and the Pain; Preparing to Die; Meditation in the iGeneration; and the audio learning course Dream Yoga; The Tibetan Path of Awakening Through Lucid Dreaming. Andrew’s work joins the knowledge of the West with t...
Nov 26, 2018•1 hr 11 min•Season 1Ep. 211
Emotions. They can either run you, or you can run with them. Anger, shame, guilt, happiness, joy, love, rejection... Sometimes these emotions can get in the way, and other times they can be the exact thing we are seeking. In this episode, I break down the psychology behind emotions and how you can better manage your emotional states to get the most from yourself, your relationship, and your career. Are you looking to find your purpose, navigate transition or fix your relationships, all with a po...
Nov 22, 2018•12 min
Jordan Harbinger, often referred to as “The Larry King of podcasting,” is a Wall Street lawyer turned interview talk show host, and communications & social dynamics expert. Jordan Harbinger has always had an affinity for social influence, interpersonal dynamics, and social engineering, helping private companies test the security of their communications systems and working with law enforcement agencies before he was even old enough to drive. Jordan spent several years abroad in Europe and the...
Nov 19, 2018•1 hr 15 min•Season 1Ep. 210
