Ladies and gentlemen, Kyle Creek, aka The Captain. When I first came across this man's work, I greatly admired his amazing ability to get straight to the point. I've wanted to have him on the show ever since. This is a wide-ranging, honest conversation on fatherhood, depression, how social media affects our individuality, and so much more. Also, I'm going to share his website bio here unedited because it's...well, it's just fantastic. "As a kid, I wanted to be a cowboy. Then, my mom bought me a ...
Dec 19, 2022•58 min•Ep. 417
A member of the ManTalks Alliance asked me this question: what's a big question you'd ask a woman on a first or second date? Well, here it is. Listen through to the end for the big picture. Did you enjoy the podcast? If so, please leave us a review on Apple Podcasts , Stitcher , or Podchaser . It helps us get in the ears of new listeners, expand the ManTalks Community , and help others find the self-leadership they’re looking for. Are you looking to find purpose, navigate transition, or fix your...
Dec 15, 2022•14 min
If you are into stories of incredible resiliency and dedication, this one's for you. It was an honor to sit with Ron Williams and get insight on his life, his journey, his take on post-traumatic growth, and what it takes to achieve at his level. This episode isn't just about mastery and dedication, it's about how we can take hardship in our lives and alchemize it. Fair warning, this interview has some frank talk about sexual violence. Ron Williams is one of the most decorated natural bodybuilder...
Dec 12, 2022•54 min•Ep. 416
A lot of men bump up against this and don't even realize it, and it ultimately becomes an origin point for a lot of other issues nice guys face in their relationships. So let's get talking. Did you enjoy the podcast? If so, please leave us a review on Apple Podcasts , Stitcher , or Podchaser . It helps us get into the ears of new listeners, expand the ManTalks Community , and help others find the self-leadership they’re looking for. Are you looking to find purpose, navigate transition, or fix yo...
Dec 08, 2022•11 min
This. Was. So enjoyable. Britt has a gift for cutting through to the heart of seemingly complex topics. Her book, The Science of Stuck, resonated with me in the best way, so I had to have her on the show. We cover a lot, but mainly where to begin working with anxiety, motivation, and feeling stuck—things I think every one of us has experienced on some level. Born and raised in NY, Britt struggled for more than two decades with chemical/behavioral addictions, eating disorders, depression, anxiety...
Dec 05, 2022•55 min•Ep. 415
My opinion is yes, but it's NOT easy. Most (if not all) of us will experience some form of infidelity or betrayal over the course of our relationship history. Shouldn't we pay more attention to even the possibility of repair, as well as learn ways of repairing effectively? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices...
Dec 01, 2022•15 min
I met Nick recently at a social function, and his gentle, heavily researched, and welcoming approach to topics psychedelics, internal family systems therapy, and more was deeply edifying. So I've asked him to come on the show for two longer episodes. Part 1 is about the fears and worries people can have around psychedelic experiences, and an overview of how they work and what their potential is. If you've ever been interested in this field, now's your chance to get in on the ground floor! Dr. Ni...
Nov 28, 2022•1 hr 18 min•Ep. 414
You see (and read, and hear) a LOT about purpose. What it is, where to find it, yada yada yada. I'm not so sure purpose is that easily defined. I'm not convinced it's something you can even find. Why? You'll just have to listen in. Did you enjoy the podcast? If so, please leave us a review on Apple Podcasts , Stitcher , or Podchaser . It helps us get into the ears of new listeners, expand the ManTalks Community , and help others find the self-leadership they’re looking for. Are you looking to fi...
Nov 24, 2022•25 min
I want to begin by saying how grateful I am for each and every man who steps into these sessions. This can be difficult, uncomfortable, painful work. My guest this week came to me struggling with confidence and self-worth, which was (as we found out) connected to his father's anger. Listen in. Did you enjoy the podcast? If so, please leave us a review on Apple Podcasts , Stitcher , or Podchaser . It helps us get into the ears of new listeners, expand the ManTalks Community , and help others find...
Nov 22, 2022•53 min•Ep. 413
Specifically, about how his nervous system handles sex. Continuing on the theme this week—first Dr. Laurie Watson and now my own work. I've asked this question at men's weekends, in coachings, and the answer almost always surprises me. A lot of men know the very, very basics of arousal in their own bodies, but that's...it. Let's change that. Did you enjoy the podcast? If so, please leave us a review on Apple Podcasts , Stitcher , or Podchaser . It helps us get into the ears of new listeners, exp...
Nov 17, 2022•13 min
Sex is where so many couples' abilities to communicate, be vulnerable, be expressive, and navigate each other's needs gets tested. Now, this can be a great thing—it can also be where things fall apart. This week, I sat down with Dr. Laurie Watson to get her insight on some of the bigger challenges men and couples face sexually: sexless marriages, expressing your desires effectively, and the straight-up differences in how men and women approach sex. This was a thoroughly enjoyable conversation, s...
Nov 14, 2022•1 hr•Ep. 412
This is kind of a two-partner. I wanted to talk a little more about the idea of "toxic masculinity" and what that term does in practice to men—and why it does those things. Secondly, I want to bring what I think is an incredibly misunderstood masculine trait. It's not necessarily any of the classical ones like "strength" or "rationality". It's also something that requires cultivation, nuance, and respect for the world. Listen in. Did you enjoy the podcast? If so, please leave us a review on Appl...
Nov 10, 2022•20 min
We all know intellectually that more than genetics gets passed down. Behaviors, opinions, and traumas can get transferred too. How it manifests, though, can be very different for every individual. In this anonymous men's work session, my guest and I work with the weight of a parent's past trauma. For the parent, it was depression and rejection of her partner's affection, but for my guest, it's become something different. Listen in. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more ...
Nov 07, 2022•42 min•Ep. 411
Let me preface this by defining what I mean by "archetype": a framework that works well for looking at certain patterns and traits. As far as I can tell, these three archetypes work together, and they're also three major archetypes men tend to fall for. Often unconsciously. What also happens is men can get stuck or fixated on one of them in a relationship, and this can lead to complications. This episode (sort of!) inspired by Jill Scott's I'm Not Afraid: https://youtu.be/yjDmpjuRUEc Did you enj...
Nov 03, 2022•11 min
Do clothes make the man? Well, yes and no. It's a little more complicated than that. This is a deep-dive into some of the nuances of masculine aesthetics. Sit down with Tanner Guzy and I as we discuss how the way you dress affects your self-perception and how men have used clothing throughout history. We also get into some practical places to start dressing better! Tanner Guzy is a men’s style coach, and the host and founder of Masculine-Style.com He is also the author of The Appearance of Power...
Oct 31, 2022•50 min•Ep. 410
I was chatting with a friend and he asked me: what am I going to teach my son about money? Big question. Because when I was kid, I wasn't taught very much, and the lessons I DID learn didn't work out too well. So after reflecting, here are four lessons I wish I'd learned a long time ago—one's I'll definitely be teaching my son. Did you enjoy the podcast? If so, please leave us a review on Apple Podcasts , Stitcher , or Podchaser . It helps us get into the ears of new listeners, expand the ManTal...
Oct 27, 2022•16 min
This week, I'm featuring some of the incredible work, insight, and knowledge of relationship experts I've had on. This is a great episode if you're pressed for time, looking for a variety of answers, or just want a taste of what the ManTalks podcast has to offer. I hope you enjoy! Over the last decade, Elizabeth Earnshaw , LMFT has become one of today’s most trusted relationship teachers. Elizabeth is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and Clinical Fellow of The American Association of Mar...
Oct 24, 2022•46 min•Ep. 409
Just the mention of him is enough to set Reddit threads on fire, and it's understandable why. But I want to talk about what many of us are ignoring or distracted from: how a person like Tate gets attention—and why. Think whatever you want of him, but he's a symptom of some larger issues. Here is my reaction to a clip of his, and some thoughts on what those larger issues might be. Did you enjoy the podcast? If so, please leave us a review on Apple Podcasts , Stitcher , or Podchaser . It helps us ...
Oct 20, 2022•15 min
There are moments in the podcast life that aren't just a highlight, they straight-up blow your mind. Wim Hof has been an inspiration for me and many friends and men I've worked with for years now. I finally got him on the show to talk about what led to him discovering cold immersion therapy and breathwork, what happens to the body and the nervous system during breathwork or when you're feeling fear, its effects on inflammation, and the ultimate purpose of men. Do. Not. Miss. This. Also, in honor...
Oct 17, 2022•54 min•Ep. 408
I got inspired by a question from a buddy of mine: what is one of the greatest lessons we as men need to learn in the context of relationships? It's not an easy thing to do by any stretch, but I think it's deeply important, deeply valuable, and it also saves you a ton of time and uncertainty. Obviously won't spoil it here! So listen in. Did you enjoy the podcast? If so, please leave us a review on Apple Podcasts , Stitcher , or Podchaser . It helps us get into the ears of new listeners, expand t...
Oct 13, 2022•11 min
Forgiveness doesn't often come easy, but it's a big part of being human. And self-forgiveness? This is something many, many men come to me with questions about. Danielle is an old friend and I'm deeply grateful to have sat down with her on this topic. We also cover what it looks like to actually deal with our fears—to compassionately work with them and other patterns that may hold us back. Danielle LaPorte is a member of Oprah’s SuperSoul 100 a group who, in Oprah Winfrey’s words, “is uniquely c...
Oct 10, 2022•46 min•Ep. 407
You work in coaching and stick around on social media for five minutes and you'll see variations of these questions. And a lot of vitriol alongside. It's not that simple. It never is. And it doesn't help anyone find fulfilling relationships. Did you enjoy the podcast? If so, please leave us a review on Apple Podcasts , Stitcher , or Podchaser . It helps us get into the ears of new listeners, expand the ManTalks Community , and help others find the self-leadership they’re looking for. Are you loo...
Oct 06, 2022•15 min
Seriously, this was a fantastic and mind-opening conversation. I get asked a lot about how to make—and keep—friends, and in a world that increasingly tries to isolate us, it's more important than ever to cultivate the SKILL of making friends. Dr. Franco and I lean into how friendship impacts depression and purpose, her NYT bestselling book (which is @#$%ing good), how attachment style impacts how you perceive friends, and of course, why you should build your friend circle consciously and deliber...
Oct 03, 2022•55 min•Ep. 406
We all screw up sometimes. What's important is how we navigate the aftermath, particularly in a relationship. This week, let's dig into some of the more important aspects of making up with your partner after a fight, an argument, or a betrayal. Did you enjoy the podcast? If so, please leave us a review on Apple Podcasts , Stitcher , or Podchaser . It helps us get into the ears of new listeners, expand the ManTalks Community , and help others find the self-leadership they’re looking for. Are you ...
Sep 29, 2022•12 min
Having my incredible wife Vienna on the show has been long overdue. And in the last two years a LOT has happened to both of us. So this week, we sat down in front of the mics to really dig deep on how it's affected us and our relationship, and what we've learned about grief, loss, transition, motherhood and fatherhood, and a helluva lot more. Did you enjoy the podcast? If so, please leave us a review on Apple Podcasts , Stitcher , or Podchaser . It helps us get into the ears of new listeners, ex...
Sep 27, 2022•1 hr 28 min•Ep. 405
It's a jungle out there. No, seriously. It doesn't take a lot of googling to discover that the modern dating and relationship scene is hard. On everyone. So we're going to dig into some of stats, research, and things I've been hearing directly from men about what they're experiencing, what they're seeing, and why things don't look too good right now. We'll also have a few ways you can "safeguard" yourself against the murky waters of modern dating. Did you enjoy the podcast? If so, please leave u...
Sep 22, 2022•19 min
This might be one of the most important anonymous guest sessions I've done. It so clearly shows how complex a connection to purpose and a meaningful life can be. Did you enjoy the podcast? If so, please leave us a review on Apple Podcasts , Stitcher , or Podchaser . It helps us get into the ears of new listeners, expand the ManTalks Community , and help others find the self-leadership they’re looking for. Are you looking to find purpose, navigate transition, or fix your relationships, all with a...
Sep 19, 2022•51 min•Ep. 404
I've seen it happen too often. Men get this idea that they shouldn't have (or express) any needs. Then they lose sight of those needs and they and their partner are left guessing, reactive, and confused. This is a particular problem for Nice Guys. Did you enjoy the podcast? If so, please leave us a review on Apple Podcasts , Stitcher , or Podchaser . It helps us get into the ears of new listeners, expand the ManTalks Community , and help others find the self-leadership they’re looking for. Are y...
Sep 15, 2022•11 min
This has got to be the soonest I've had a guest return for a "part 2" conversation. Tim is an expert at connecting people their purpose, something he considers soul-based. Our last conversation was powerful, but I felt we'd just scratched the surface. So dig in with us here on why so many men feel purposeless, the role nature plays in that, how technology alters how we connect, and much, much more. Tim Corcoran is the founder of Purpose Mountain, where he serves as a certified Nature-Based Purpo...
Sep 13, 2022•52 min•Ep. 403
I've been in this game a long while now, and this is one of the biggest things men come to me for. They can be incredibly successful in so many aspects of life, but they're still struggling with fulfilling relationships. Well, here's some insight as to why that is, based on my own personal experience and the stories of many, many men I've worked with. Did you enjoy the podcast? If so, please leave us a review on Apple Podcasts , Stitcher , or Podchaser . It helps us get into the ears of new list...
Sep 08, 2022•11 min
