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Pete Taylor of the Awakened Man Project

Fri, 11 Aug 2023 11:00:37 GMT

105 - Pete Taylor is a British entrepreneur with a background in design and architecture. In 2022 he walked away from a successful business and co-founded the Awakened Man Project.

Timestamps:

1:00 - “menswork” concept - how much is too much?

5:00 - Pete’s backstory - growing up with a growth condition

10:00 - Moving beyond self-improvement exclusively in fitness; the importance of having a close group of guy friends

19:00 - Identifying & Defining an “elevated” man

22:00 - Resisting Pornography

41:00 - What is the Awakened Man

Item's Referenced

Stutz

The Awakened Man Project

Pete Taylor on LinkedIn

Hieroglyph Fitness on Instagram

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Bro Nouveau Classics: Episode 75 with Bobby Andaya

Fri, 28 Jul 2023 11:00:18 GMT

From October 2022

075 - Bobby Andaya is an American-Filipino entrepreneur. He is the head coach and owner of Hieroglyph Fitness on the Island of Palawan in the Philippines.

Prior to establishing CrossFit Hieroglyph in 2016, he served 7 years as a U.S. Federal Law Enforcement Officer, and 6 years in the U.S. Military.

Thomas and Bobby discuss why he exited a lucrative career in the federal government, living in a developing country, returning home to the Philippines, preventing burnout, and how Bobby defines his values as a husband and father.

Timestamps:

1:00 - Intro - Bobby’s Career in the Military and Federal Law Enforcement

5:00 - Life in the Philippines and on Palawan

9:00 - Living in a developing country & the beauty in the struggle

15:00 - The fable of the segali and the ant

18:30 - developing introspection

34:00 - Integrity & staying faithful

39:00 - The Bay Area

49:99 - What does it mean to be a good man?

Hieroglyph Fitness

Bobby's Vacation Rental in El Nido

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Understanding Trauma as a Biological Injury with Dr. Shauna Springer

Fri, 30 Jun 2023 12:00:22 GMT

Dr. Shauna Springer – known as “Doc Springer” in the veteran community, is one of the nation's leading experts on PTSD and transitional trauma. In addition to speaking and writing engagements, Dr. Springer is Chief Psychologist at Stella, a health care organization on the cutting edge of biological interventions and psychedelic therapy for treatment of severe trauma exposure. Dr. Springer holds a PhD in Counseling Psychology.

Timestamps:

1:30 - Podcasting

5:00 - Bids for Attention in relationship and day-to-day interactions; “phubbing”

10:00 - Profile of someone who experienced childhood trauma; creating a protector image

16:00 - universal impact of trauma; all walks of life

19:00 - Extroversion vs Introversion: introverts are not unfriendly

34:00 - Trauma as a biological injury; ketamine therapy Stellacenter.com

40:00 - Psychedelic Medicine vs mindfulness

47:00 - Therapeutic Modalities

Items Referenced:

Doc Springer's Website: https://www.docshaunaspringer.com/

Stella: https://stellacenter.com/

Free Range Psychology (Psychology Today): https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/free-range-psychology

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Bro Nouveau Programming Update

Thu, 29 Jun 2023 12:00:31 GMT

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The Rule of Law and Public Defense, with Duncan Varda

Fri, 16 Jun 2023 12:00:29 GMT

Duncan Varda is a criminal defense attorney in Kentucky focused on litigating felony cases. Prior to becoming an attorney, Duncan served as a Foreign Service Officer in South America, North Africa, and the Middle East, and is a Marine Corps veteran with multiple combat deployments in Iraq and Afghanistan.

Timestamps:

1:00 - What is DPA? - Kentucky Dept of Public Advocacy;

7:30 - Duncan’s path: Marine Corps -> State Dept-> Pubic Defense

15:00 - What is the rule of law and how does it affect our lives?

24:00 - Overcharging & Wrongful Imprisonment

37:00 - Policing

47:00 - Qualified Immunity

Kentucky Department of Public Advocacy: https://dpa.ky.gov/who-we-are/

National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers: https://www.nacdl.org/

National Association for Public Defense: https://www.publicdefenders.us/

Gideon’s Promise: https://www.gideonspromise.org/

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Conor Sullivan: Leverage your Network for Personal and Professional Success

Fri, 02 Jun 2023 21:59:31 GMT

102- Conor Sullivan is the Vice President of Client Excellence at The Endurance Group, a consulting firm that unlocks opportunities for clients by revealing and leveraging authentic relationships.

Timestamps:

1:00 - Intro & Conor’s professional background; what makes a good podcast episode?

9:00 - Conor’s experience working with Teach for America; path to education as a profession

23:00 - Social Capital

30:00 - Social Capital Outreach vs Cold Outreach; Importance of Connection Post-Covid

42:00 - Being a Good Man

The Endurance Group

Conor on LinkedIn

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Dr. Salvatore Forcina: Leaving Postwar Italy and Making a Life in Argentina and the United States

Fri, 19 May 2023 15:48:27 GMT

101 - Dr. Salvatore Forcina was born during World War II in Scauri, Italy in April of 1941, before moving to Argentina in 1949. As an adult, he moved to the United States, where he completed two different residencies in general and vascular surgery and built a life. Dr. Forcina's recently published book, The American Doctor documents his struggles and successes as an immigrant to two countries.

Timestamps

1:30 - Sal’s early live; postwar Italy and moving to Argentina; influence of his parents and emphasis on schooling

9:00 - Facism in Italy

12:00 - Life in Argentina, learning Spanish

20:00 - Overcoming Adversity: The Road is Never Straight or Smooth

24:00 - Moving to the United States in 1969; Finding Love

30:00 - Perseverance

41:00 - Being a Good Man

46:00 - Motivation for writing The American Doctor

Buy the Book: https://www.amazon.com/American-Doctor-Salvatore-J-Forcina-ebook/dp/B0B6KV6WVG

Bro Nouveau on YouTube: www.youtube.com/@bronouveau

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Paddy Coyne: Coaching Team Sports and Managing Sales Teams

Fri, 12 May 2023 11:00:53 GMT

Paddy Coyne is a B2B business leader in the construction industry, and a lifelong football (soccer) player and coach.

Timestamps:

2:00 - Paddy Intro - Background and path to living in the United States

7:00 - How Paddy & Thomas met; goal setting in personal life and business

14:00 - How Paddy developed his social skills and ability to break the ice with people

23:00 - Individual Contributor vs Management Roles

33:00 - Values and Defining a Good Man

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Contemporary Psychoanalysis & Masculinity in 2023 with Dr. Christopher Deussing

Fri, 28 Apr 2023 10:00:16 GMT

Dr. Christopher Deussing, DSW, LCSW, C-DBT is the Owner of Integrative DBT & Psychotherapy, based in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. He holds a Doctorate in Clinical Social Work, as well as postgraduate certificates in psychedelic assisted Psychotherapy, and in Substance Abuse and Addiction Counseling. For more than 20 years, Chris has helped people cope with a wide variety of psychological presentations including mood difficulties, psychosis, trauma, grief, relationship challenges, addiction, and personality disorders. He is a "technical integrationist" fluent in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) and Contemporary Psychoanalysis. Chris is a creative clinician utilizing a humanistic, action-oriented, and client-centered approach compassionately infused with lovingkindness.

Timestamps:

4:30 - Pros and Cons of the wounded healer

12:00 - Traditional vs Contemporary Psychoanalysis; post-Freud evolution toward behavioralism

21:00 - Primacy of therapeutic relationship regardless of modality

26:00 - Identity work & Internal Family Systems

30:00 - Impact of Isolation & the COVID 19 Pandemic

42:00 - Masculinity in 2023

Integrative DBT & Psychotherapy: https://www.integrativedbt.com/team-descriptions

Dr. Christopher Deussing on LinkedIn: https://www.integrativedbt.com/team-descriptions

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This Podcast Will Improve Your Work Performance

Fri, 14 Apr 2023 13:00:16 GMT

Regardless of your job title and industry, you have customers. Your external customers are the businesses who pay money for your services, the individuals who view your advertisements, and donors who fund your organization. Internal customers are the people who you work with every day, who support your objectives directly or indirectly.

This week's guest on the Bro Nouveau Podcast, Andrew Hamburger, is a Strategic Enterprise Account Executive at Salesloft, an American software company valued at $1.1B in 2021. For the last 15 years, Andrew has worked as an individual contributor and sales leader, giving him a unique perspective on sales performance, sales management and relationship management with internal and external customers.

Andrew's refections on driving consensus in a large groups, passing praise on to teammates, being graceful in competitive environments, and identifying your professional niche will improve your work performance, regardless of your current job title.

Timestamps:

0:30 - Andrew's background and introduction to a sales careers

7:00 - you need to be face to face with your customers in 2923

14:00 - If they won't put you in the room, they are not your champion

24:00 - Interacting with the competition

30:00 - Internal Customers

39:00 - Evaluating organizations to work at, understanding your own niche

Connect with Andrew on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/andrewhamburger/

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Receiving and Giving Criticism in Your Relationship and at Work

Fri, 07 Apr 2023 13:00:38 GMT

097 - Dr. Jessica Higgins is a Licensed Psychologist and Licensed Professional Counselor. She holds a Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology and a M.A. in Counseling Psychology.

Dr. Higgins' Website: https://drjessicahiggins.com/

Empowered Relationship Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/empowered-relationship-podcast-your-relationship-resource/id969874173

The Shifting Criticism guide: https://drjessicahiggins.lpages.co/shifting-criticism-for-connected-communication/

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A Spotlight on the American Military Veteran Experience

Fri, 31 Mar 2023 22:09:27 GMT

Fire For Effect Athletics (FFE) is a US military veteran owned and operated olympic lifting, strongman, and cross-training gym in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. FFE programming is designed for everyone, regardless of physical ability or age. FEE trainers customize workouts to benefit people at all life stages and abilities - elite athletes, kids and octogenarians.

This weeks episode features James Taulbee, owner and coach, Tracey Taulbee, general manager and coach, and Adam Trapanotto, manager and coach.

Timestamps:

0:30: FFE Team Intro

8:30 - Odd Object vs Barbell Workouts

12:30 - Moving Heavy Odd Objects Quickly Over Great Distances

28:00 - The mental side of exercise and an active lifestyle

35:00 - Disintegration of community and neighborhoods - knowing your neighbors is rarer today than in the past

45:00 - What are the things civilians don't know about the veteran experience?

60:00 - Leadership and Ego

65:00 - Veteran Mental Health and Suicide; helping each other thrive

Links:

FFE website: https://www.fireforeffectath.com/

FFE instagram: instagram.com/fireforeffectathletics

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You Can Achieve Homeownership

Fri, 24 Mar 2023 10:00:09 GMT

Purchasing a home is one of the most signifiant, and intimidating, purchases an individual will make in their lifetime. Luckily, DJ Olojo, an Atlanta-based real estate investor, has a passion for educating the public on the benefits of homeownership and how they can achieve it.

Timstamps:

1:30 - DJ's path to real estate investing

6:00 - Pushing through self-limiting beliefs

11:00 - Economic benefits of homeownership

14:00 - Options to Avoid Foreclosure

20:00 - Understanding equity, mortgages

32:00 - How to assess price, mortgage and long-term profitability

36:00 - Low income earners can benefit the most from owning a home relative to wealthier individuals

47:00 - Pros and Cons of gentrification in major cities

ASO Holdings

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Managing Your Relationships with your Family and at Work (Book Discussion Part 3)

Fri, 17 Mar 2023 10:00:53 GMT

Part three of Thomas' discussion on The Good Life: Lessons from the World's Longest Scientific Study of Happiness.

Buy the book here

Thomas' full notes

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Managing Relationship Conflict with Tact (Book Discussion Part 2)

Fri, 10 Mar 2023 11:00:37 GMT

Thomas discusses his notes on chapters 5-7 of The Good Life: Lessons from the World's Longest Scientific Study of Happiness.

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Thomas' full notes

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Why Friendships Matter & Social Fitness (Book Discussion Part 1)

Fri, 03 Mar 2023 11:00:01 GMT

Thomas discusses his notes on chapters 1-4 of The Good Life: Lessons from the World's Longest Scientific Study of Happiness.

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Thomas' full notes

Iron John: A Book about Men

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Bro Nouveau Classics: 5 Steps to Men's Mental Health with Dr. Christian Heim

Fri, 24 Feb 2023 11:00:55 GMT

Listen back to this Bro Nouveau Classic episode from November 2021.

Dr. Christian Heim is an award-winning clinical psychiatrist, Australian music lecturer (= US professor) and a Churchill fellow. He is a senior lecturer at the University of Queensland in the School of Medicine and in music has lectured at Manhattan School of Music, The University of Newcastle and had a tenured position at the University of Wollongong where he was nominated for a teaching award. He was on staff at several Australian hospitals. During his 20 years as a doctor he has heard the stories of thousands of people. He speaks globally in-person and virtually at law firms, medical organisations, leisure companies and universities about preventative mental health.

His writings and public lectures reference medicine and music and cover a range of topics – burnout, brain fitness, the mental health crisis, neuroplasticity, the neurobiology of love, healthy relationships as a protective factor – but primarily focus on how to get the right DOSE of brain chemicals to help overcome 21st Century mental health issues such as anxiety, depression, suicide, trauma, personality disorders and addictions. Dr. Heim speaks from a place of deep compassion and authority. His talks all combine science, music and large doses of Australian humour.

Timestamps:

1:30 - Dr. Heim's background in classical music and his path to medicine

5:00 -immediate steps anyone can take to prevent depression, anxiety, addiction and suicide

10:00 - It's okay to be male

14:30 - Serenity as a way to prevent depression

16:30 - How to balance the quest for material success and true happiness (hint- define your values)

21:00 - Planning life backwards

27:00 - superficial vs deep work

31:00 - building small practices of delayed gratification

34:30 - cultivating self respect

42:00 - foundations of being a good man

49:00 - 3 Things Game

Thomas' question - what are three things you have learned about happiness?
Dr. Heim's question - what are three things you have learned about anger?

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Balls, Backbone and Heart with Men's Coach and Art Therapist Gabriel Keczan

Fri, 17 Feb 2023 11:00:04 GMT

Gabriel Keczan is a men's intimacy and relationship coach who helps men rekindle desire, overcome relationship problems and avoid divorce. He is the co-founder of the non-profit Sacred Pathways Foundation. The Foundation restores rites of passage for boys using arts, nature and ceremony.

Timestamps:

1:30 - Quantifying crisis in masculinity

11:30 - Leadership is a robe put on and taken off

17:00 - Balls, Backbone and Heart

19:00 - Common traps men fall into

29:00 - Mixed Messaging on Aggression

33:00 - Psychological Personal Space

38:00 - Art Therapy

Items Referenced:

The Myth of Male Power - Warren Farrell

The Boy Crisis: Why Our Boys Are Struggling and What We Can Do About It - Warren Farrell

Of Boys and Men: Why the Modern Male Is Struggling - Richard Reeves

Gabe’s Website

Gabe’s Book, Alive on Purpose

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Self-Report: 6 Weeks of Alcohol Abstinence & Meditation

Fri, 10 Feb 2023 23:43:22 GMT

Study Referenced:

Basso JC, McHale A, Ende V, Oberlin DJ, Suzuki WA, Brief, daily meditation enhances attention, memory, mood, and emotional regulation in non-experienced meditators, Behavioural Brain Research (2018), https://doi.org/10.1016/j.bbr.2018.08.023

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Patrick Delorenzi: the Impact of Quitting Alcohol

Fri, 03 Feb 2023 11:00:34 GMT

089 - Patrick Delorenzi is an Italian videographer and endurance athlete. In his twenties, Patrick identified that he had a problematic relationship with alcohol and went sober. Thomas and Patrick discuss what motivated him to quit alcohol, the impact it had on his relationships, what he has learned about himself in the process, and what other people considering sobriety can learn from his experience. On his YouTube channel, Patrick posts videos about triathlon, training metrics, and nutrition.

Timestamps:

1:00- Drinking culture in Italy

10:00 - What prompted Patrick to quit drinking

19:00 - Vaping

24:00 - Does exercise qualify as meditation?

28:00 - The two ways to approach endurance sports

34:00 - Social impact of not drinking

45:00 - Future of Masculinity

Patrick's Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@PatrickDelorenzi

Patrick's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/patrickdelorenzi

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Nico Lagan on Values and Finding Common Ground

Fri, 27 Jan 2023 14:00:52 GMT

Nico Lagan is a men's coach, entrepreneur, Muay Thai instructor, podcaster and sales professional. He strives to help men achieve their personal legends by becoming strong men.

Timestamps:

1:00 - Intro and leaving Canada

5:00 - Training while traveling

12:00 - Nico’s orientation as a men’s coach

20:00 - Alcohol Abstinence

26:00 - Workout Addictions & What is being compensated for

28:30 - Quitting coffee cold turkey

31:00 - Philosophy & Morality of Abortion

40:00 - Kids and Sex Education

50:00 - Pros & Cons of the traditional Nuclear Family

60:00 - Dogma & Religion

65:00 - Meditation

Nico’s Website: https://www.nicolagan.com/

Cathy's Free and Private Facebook group for women

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Cathy Pérez: Feminist Catholicism, Reproductive Justice and a Nuanced Discussion on Abortion

Fri, 20 Jan 2023 11:00:17 GMT

Cathy Pérez is a Certified Healthy Eating and Weight Loss Coach, Certified Yoga Instructor, and the 159th Worldwide Certified Konmari Organizing Consultant. She helps women create a healthy relationship with anxiety and stress.

Timestamps:

1:30 - Cathy’s Introduction

6:00 - Feminist Catholicism?

11:00 - Faith and Religion are separate experiences

22:00 - Robert Schenck testimony about influencing the Supreme Court

25:00 - Reproductive Justice

Language & gender
Abortion & consequences
Man’s role in the pregnancy equation

42:00 - Equal Rights Amendment

47:00 - Men don’t understand women’s biology

Item’s Referenced :

Dobbs v. Jackson Women’s Health Organization: https://www.scotusblog.com/case-files/cases/dobbs-v-jackson-womens-health-organization/
Robert Schenck's testimony about influencing the Supreme Court: https://docs.house.gov/meetings/JU/JU00/20221208/115220/HHRG-117-JU00-Wstate-SchenckR-20221208.pdf
Equal Rights Amendment Coalition: https://www.eracoalition.org/
Keep Abortion Safe: https://www.keepabortionsafe.com/

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Industrial Psychology for Venture Capital and the Science of Work Performance with Dr. Nikki Blacksmith

Fri, 13 Jan 2023 11:00:58 GMT

086 - Dr. Nikki Blacksmith is a scientist-practitioner in the field of Industrial Psychology. She holds a Ph.D. in Industrial-Organizational Psychology from the George Washington University and is the co-founder of Blackhawke Behaviour Science. Blackhawke Behaviour Science assists venture capital investors in conducting psychological due diligence.

Timestamps:

1:00 - Nikki introduction and path to higher education; measuring psychological phenomenon

8:00 - Developing self-awareness

12:00 - Censorship in Academia

20:00 - Founding Blackhawke

26:00 - Thoughts on Antiracism & Pro-Diversity Zeitgeist & VC Industry

32:00 - Dynamics of venture capital investment

40:00 - Personality and Skill assessment for startups

44:00 - Self-Centricity & Entrepreneurial Performance

50:00 - What distinguishes Blackhawke’s personality assessment?

Blackhake’s Website:https://blackhawke.io/

Blackhawke’s Blog for Startups: https://medium.com/blackhawke

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Bro Nouveau Memorable Moments 2022

Fri, 06 Jan 2023 11:00:07 GMT

Take an journey back through 2022 on the Bro Nouveau Podcast with these memorable moments from episodes throughout the year.

Timestamps:

1:30 - Dr. Deb Miller on repairing a relationship after infidelity

6:45 - Dr. Eddie Capparucci on pornography addiction

10:15 - Jevon Wooden, life coach, on tough conversations

12:30 - Kamaka Dias of the Hawaiiverse Podcast on the paradoxical nature of being native Hawaiian and an American citizen

16:15 - Dr. Ann Troung on preventing and treating erectile dysfunction without prescription ED medication

19:45 - Ed Cronin, retired police chief, on why the “thin blue line” exists in police culture

23: 15- Jackie Petit Homme, CFP on steps to financial security

28:45 - Bobby Andaya, former military and law enforcement and entrepreneur, on setting up a structured life to boost productivity and limit temptation

34:00 - Shannon Petrovich, therapist, on dealing with and maintaining empathy for difficult clients

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Solo Pod: Failure, Trying Again & The Plan for 2023

Fri, 30 Dec 2022 19:30:08 GMT

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Rugby in South Africa, Sports Journalism, and the Next Generation of Men with Stephen Kisbey-Green

Fri, 09 Dec 2022 14:11:15 GMT

Stephen Kisbey-Green is a South African sports journalist who lives and works in Dublin, Ireland. He covers rugby and soccer for Off the Ball, an Irish radio broadcaster. Thomas and Stephen discuss where rugby union fits into the global landscape of sports popularity, Stephen's path to sports journalism, the troubled history of rugby in South Africa and the space it occupies in present-day South African culture, and what being a good man means in 2022.

1:00 - Sports landscape in the U.K. and Ireland

8:00 - Stephen's background and path to sports journalism

14:00 - Springboks in the South Africa National Psyche

23:00 - Sport’s value and relevance in society

33:15 - Being a good man

44:00 - The next generation

Stephen on Off the Ball

Stephen on Twitter

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Chasing a Career in Music and Navigating Life Transitions with Philip Paolino

Fri, 02 Dec 2022 14:24:48 GMT

082- Philip Paolino is a Canadian sales professional and former professional musician. After meeting at a corporate sales training in 2018, Phil and Thomas stuck up a friendship. In this conversation, they discuss Phil's background growing up Italian and French Canadian in Montréal, his years as fronting a rock band, and how his life has changed since becoming a father.

Timestamps:

1:00 - Quebec

11:00 - Phi’s career as a musician

25:00 - Leveraging music in a sales career

34:00 - Developing Open Mindedness

41:00 - Songwriting

49:00 - Seeking Authenticity

55:30 - Conversation Game

Phil’s Question: Do you like your job, why or why not?
Thomas’ Question: What is your favorite family tradition?

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David Bonifacio: Venture Capital, Philosophy, and the Difference Between Knowledge and Wisdom

Sat, 26 Nov 2022 11:19:12 GMT

081 - David Bonifacio is a Filipino entrepreneur, investor, writer, and artist. His work ranges from building businesses and non-profit organizations, to contributing his thoughts and perspectives through his blog and major publications, and to creative expressions found in his stories, poetry, and paintings. David is the founder and CEO of Bridge (a Venture builder focused on the future of work), and is the Venture Partner of TNB Aura (Top-tier Southeast Asia-focused venture capital fund).

Timestamps:

1:00 - Political Identity

7:30 - How David organizes his life internally

12:00 - money, losing identity as a provider

25:00 - depth & intentionality

40:00 - mindset as a leader in a developing economy

48:00 - defining value

David on Twitter

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Queer Identity, Colorism and Questioning Convention, with Julia Azarcon

Fri, 18 Nov 2022 16:19:11 GMT

080 - Julia Azarcon is a Filipina-Chinese finance and operations professional and recording artist who performs under the name goldfiishie.

Timestamps:

4:00 - Julia intro - family background and life growing up in Metro Manila

7:00 - Queer identity encompassing more than just sexual preference

19:00 - the persistent model of what “success” is, is not the only option

28:00 - Colorism in the Philippines

30:00 - everything matters and none of it matters

37:00 - when do men avoid self care?

40:00 - Julia’s values

Julia on Spotify

Podcast that inspired this 6 week challenge

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The Fate of Masculinity & the Pros and Cons of Musk's Twitter Takeover, with Richard Friesen

Fri, 11 Nov 2022 11:00:34 GMT

Richard Friesen is an American former broker, floor trader, financial software developer and entrepreneur based in California. After overcoming his own barriers with money and building a successful career, Richard studied psychology with the Gestalt Institute and now offers private coaching.

Timestamps:

0:30 - What is good conversation?

5:00 - Richard’s money mindset breakthrough

14:00 - what will you lose when you become wealthy?

21:00 - The changing nature of masculinity

26:00 - Opportunity cost of the changing roles of men

35:00: Musk, twitter, radicalization & free speech

52:00 - Richard’s upbringing & widening his perspective

Richard's Links:

https://conversations.money/

https://www.amazon.com/Private-Conversation-Money-Experience-Financial-ebook/dp/B09M5XYT8Z

Bro Nouveau:

https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC-jJ3z-2_kOdTYKaHaLM2pw

www.instagram.com/bronouveaupod

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6 Week Breath-Work Challenge

Fri, 04 Nov 2022 11:05:55 GMT

078 - Thomas speaks about his inspiration to start a 6 week breathing challenge. Over the next 6 weeks, he will complete the breathing practice learned from the Art of Living, 4 times a week. December 16th's episode will be a reflection of what he learned.

Previous Bro Nouveau Episode about the Art of Living & breathwork Practice

Scientific Review of the Benefits of breathwork

Follow Bro Nouveau on Instagram

Bro Nouveau YouTube Channel for full audio and video

ENJOY!

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Advice for Young Parents and Identifying an Abusive Relationship, with Shannon Petrovich, LCSW, LISAC

Fri, 28 Oct 2022 10:00:11 GMT

077 - Shannon Petrovich, LCSW, LISAC, BCD, is a therapist with more than 30 years of experience. Shannon's YouTube Channel, Therapist Talks, has nearly 30k subscribers. TherapistTalks shares videos on important topics of mental health including depression, anxiety, suicide, motivation, relationships, communication strategies, family issues, parenting, addiction, trauma, grief, and more.

Timestamps:

1:00 - Introduction, Shannon’s background & expertise

6:00 - dealing with clients you dislike as a therapist

10:00 - understanding identity as a therapist in 2022

18:30 - conflict resolution

23:30 - advice for young parents

30:00 - internal family systems

36:00 - affirmations are dumb

40:00 - how to approach an emotional conversation

48:30 - abusive relationships should not be in couples therapy

Shannon's Website

Therapist Talks on YouTube

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Stefanos Antypas: Leaving Home, Navigating New Cultures & Launching a Business

Fri, 21 Oct 2022 13:13:04 GMT

Stefanos Antypas is a Greek YouTuber, News Presenter, Public Speaker and Social Media Teacher. After training students in social media content creation for a number of years, Stefanos recently launched his own private course for content creators. Thomas' girlfriend Kendall also drops in for a guest appearance. The trio discuss leaving home and navigating feelings of guilt about leaving family, how to approach living in a new culture, how to develop empathy, and what issues they stand up and fight for.

Timestamps:

1:00 - Benefits of Traveling

10:00 - encountering new cultures & learning to understand different cultural norms

20:00 - Developing empathy

31:00 - What issues get you fired up?

Stefanos' LinkedIn (to find social media course)

Hieroglyph Fitness on Instagram

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Life in Palawan and Jumping off the Bureaucratic Ladder with Bobby Andaya

Fri, 14 Oct 2022 18:14:30 GMT

075 - Bobby Andaya is an American-Filipino entrepreneur. He is the head coach and owner of Hieroglyph Fitness on the Island of Palawan in the Philippines.

Prior to establishing CrossFit Hieroglyph in 2016, he served 7 years as a U.S. Federal Law Enforcement Officer, and 6 years in the U.S. Military.

Timestamps:

1:00 - Intro - Bobby’s Career in the Military and Federal Law Enforcement

5:00 - Life in the Philippines and on Palawan

9:00 - Living in a developing country & the beauty in the struggle

15:00 - The fable of the segali and the ant

18:30 - developing introspection

34:00 - Integrity & staying faithful

39:00 - The Bay Area

49:99 - What does it mean to be a good man?

Hieroglyph Fitness

Bobby's Vacation Rental in El Nido

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A Registered Independent's Perspective on American Politics

Fri, 07 Oct 2022 10:25:10 GMT

074 - Elias is a political commentator and podcaster. His show, Politically High Tech, can be found on all major podcast platforms.

Timestamps:

1:30 - Elias introduction & political orientation

6:15 - examples of corruption of the left and right

8:30 - threats to American democracy

30:00 - why Elias is a registered independent

36:00 - overview of checks and balance

45:00 - legislative vs judiciary vs executive

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/politically-high-tech/id1626877338

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Punk Culture, Raising Younger Cousins and Making Your Guy Friends Say I Love You, with Michael Bowers

Fri, 30 Sep 2022 11:00:00 GMT

073- Thomas and his friend Michael riff on the punk scene, mosh pits and structured violence, how young men radicalize, being a role model and parent figure to younger family, the lack of rites of passage in American society, not passing on generational trauma, saying I love you to male friends and family, the nuances and challenges of honest communication in relationships, and getting into nature to destress.

Timestampa:

0:45 - growing up in the punk scene

6:00 - history of mosh pits

15:45 - radicalization pipeline

21:00 - philosophy on raising kids

33:00 - saying I love you to your guy friends

42:00 - Accepting responsibility for bad situations, admit wrongdoing and speak in “I feels”

52:00 - your word is all you have

PA election 2022: A basic guide to vetting candidates for U.S. Senate, governor, and more

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What's At Stake in the 2022 Pennsylvania Election + Why You Need to Vote!

Fri, 23 Sep 2022 21:37:24 GMT

072 - Thomas' sister Meghan returns for another episode, this time in her capacity as the Executive Director of the League of Women Votes of Pennsylvania. The pair discuss the upcoming midterm election in Pennsylvania.

Items Referenced:

PA Candidate Campaign Financing

Vote411.org - your one-stop-shop for elections (national tool).

About Senate Bill 106

Voting step by step

Guide to PA Governor Candidates

Learn how to vet your reading sources: read this guide to spotting false information by Cornell University, and this guide to analyzing a news source by Melissa Zimdars, a communications professor who researches misinformation.

Find your local League of Women Voters

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When Should I Speak with a Financial Planner? + How to Select One

Fri, 09 Sep 2022 10:54:47 GMT

071 - Guilian DiLeonardo and Jacky Petit-Homme are certified financial planners and two of the three founding partners of Liberty One Wealth Advisors in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. After working at a traditional wirehouse, or bank, Jacky, Guilian and their partner opened their own independent wealth management firm.

Thomas, Guilian and Jacky discuss the roles and responsibilities of a fiduciary, the differences between a planner and an investment advisor, breaking out of the cycle of living paycheck to paycheck, the decision to go independent, Liberty One's fee structure, and diversity in the financial services industry.

Timestamps:

1:00 - Why does financial services have an air of mystery?

9:00 - Investment Advice vs Financial Planning

19:00 - Breaking out living paycheck to paycheck

26:00 - the entrepreneurial path and “going independent” as a financial planner

32:00 - Liberty One’s fee structure

37:00 - What is Liberty One’s Strategy in the downturn of August 2022?

44:30 - Liberty's Brand & Diversity

Liberty One's Website

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Inter-Department Communication at Work, with Katja Schleicher

Fri, 02 Sep 2022 15:09:05 GMT

070 - Katja Schleicher is a German communication coach and speaker. Over the last 10 years she has worked with clients to enable effective & empathic communication, across banking, pharma and ambitious startups.With three languages, two passports and an European heart, Katja travels across borders constantly to bring people and ideas closer through communication. She speaks at conferences about communicative misunderstandings and how to initiate change through communication.

Timestamps:

1:30 - Living in Germany vs the Netherlands

7:00 - Communications consulting in different industries, healthcare vs. energy

13:00 - Solving the problem of not being heard

20:30 - Intersection of D&I + Communication Coaching

28:30 - Communication styles among the sexes

Katja's Website: https://www.interview-training.eu/en/

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Toby Fraser of the Masculinity Action Project Philadelphia

Thu, 25 Aug 2022 15:37:28 GMT

069 - Toby Fraser is the Community Education Supervisor at the Lutheran Settlement House in Philadelphia. The Settlement House is a nonprofit that offers programming for food access, homeless services, domestic violence services, senior services and education. Toby also runs the Masculinity Action Project, a community education and violence prevention initiative.

Timestamps:

3:00 - Toby Intro - Background & Present Work

7:00 - Youth Work: relationship skills

11:00 - No-No-Yes Trope

15:00 - Rape is universally defiled and at the same time extremely common - what’s going on?

21:00 - Engaging with men who don’t want to examine their conditioned behavior- stages of change model

29:00 - How to deal with jealousy + What is domestic violence?

42:00 - White people and “being emotional in private”

50:00 - How to engage with white people who don’t believe in white privilege

Lutheran Settlement House

Masculinity Action Project

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Why Does the Thin Blue Line Exist? + Realistic Police Reform, with Edward Cronin

Thu, 18 Aug 2022 10:00:00 GMT

068- Edward Cronin has worked in the law enforcement for over 35 years. His career includes experience as a Police Chief in two cities in Massachusetts. He holds a graduate degree in Criminal Justice Management along with an advanced graduate degree in Organizational Development and Systems Thinking from Suffolk University. He has also held appointments at the U.S. Department of State aa a Senior Law Enforcement Advisor.

As Chief of Police in Fitchburg, Massachusetts in 2006, he co-developed a task force that employed a systems approach to address crime and educational failures of Latino students. Fitchburg was experiencing a higher murder rate per capita than the City of Boston (mostly within the Latino community) and a high school dropout rate for Latino students of over 40%. His work engaged the police and community to identify the root cause as unconscious bias, systemic racism, and lack of economic opportunities for young people.

Timestamps:

2:00 - Why does the thin blue line exist?

8:30 - American policing is 200 years old

16:30 - The American criminal justice system is a failure

21:30 - Ed’s story of reforming a city’s police force as Chief of Police in Fitchburg, MA

25:00 - How did Ed’s task force define systemic racism?

36:00 - How Should someone interact with the police?

40:00 - Ed’s message for young people

Ed's Website

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How do Interest Rates Interact with Inflation? + Evaluating Your 401(k) Provider, with Paul Sippil

Thu, 11 Aug 2022 14:36:26 GMT

067 - Paul Sippil is a financial advisor who specializes in helping small businesses and individuals select the right 401(k) provider for their financial needs. He has websites and a YouTube channel with free educational information to help investors avoid unnecessary fees and maximize retirement savings.

Timestamps:

3:00 - Financial Advisors don’t charge for the commensurate amount of work

6:00 - History of 401k & Why Asset Based Fees are BS

10:30 - Guideline 401k price structure changes

15:00 - Basics of Retirement Savings and How to Save

21:00 - Budgeting - track your spending with simple “date - amount - description” format

24:30 - Expense Ratios- Active vs Passive Funds

26:00 - How to pick a fund to invest in

29:30 - Buy Low / Sell High?

31:30 - True Diversification is outside of the US Market and understanding correlation

40:00 - The argument for a gold standard

47:00 - How do interest rates interact with inflation?

54:00 - I Bond

56:00 - Paul’s Services for employer-sponsored retirement plans

58:00 - Spark by seek discomfort game

Thomas’ Question: how would your life change if you had 1 year left to live?
Paul’s Question: what have you dreamed of doing for a long time and what is holding you back from doing it?

References and Further Reading:

401kprovidersearch.com

paulsippil.com

Personal Capital Budgeting App

Dave Ramsey Every Dollar

All Weather Fund - Permanent Portfolio

I Bond

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Why You Should Avoid ED Medication, with Dr. Anne Truong

Thu, 04 Aug 2022 10:04:34 GMT

066 - Dr. Anne Truong is a board-certified medical doctor with over 20 years of experience specializing in anti-aging and biologic cellular medicine. She is an Intimate health expert. Thomas and Dr. Truong discuss the definition and prevalence of erectile dysfunction, the physiology of getting and maintaining an erection, how ED pills hijack this natural process and their consequences, the impact of alcohol, smoking and vaping, the data on average penis size, and how sexual performance is a reflection of general health.

Timestamps:

4:00 - How common is Erectile Dysfunction?

7:00 - Clinical definition of ED

12:00 - what happens in the body to get an erection?

19:00 - How does smoking impact erections?

22:00 - How does alcohol impact erections?

26:00 - How big is the average penis?

33:00 - Quadriplegics can get erections

35:00 - The mental side - declutter negative thoughts about performance

44:00 - Scar Tissue in the penis from chronic ED

50:00 - The clitoris is women’s pleasure organ

Dr. Anne's Website

https://www.texastribune.org/2021/02/11/texas-bail-reform/

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Heal the Father Wound with "Mantor" Rob Kandell

Thu, 28 Jul 2022 15:16:06 GMT

065: "Heal the Father Wound with "Mantor" Rob Kandell" @robert.kandell

Robert Kandell is a financial executive and author who has facilitated over 400 workshops and coaching sessions. Thomas asks Rob about his specialty coaching and consulting for men, and why Rob has invested so much time in creating resources for others to develop self-mastery. Rob walks the audience through making peace with the "father" and why it is important, whether your father is alive, dead, or an unknown entity.

Timestamps:

2:00 - Why did Rob get into men’s work?

8:00 - Society fosters a disconnection between who we think we should be, and who we are

12:00 - Self mastery

21:00 - Persecution of men around their desire

29:00 - Rob’s relationship with his father; the father wound

36:00 - Forgive & be forgiven by the father

38:00 - how to approach a relationship with an absent/dead/unknown father

https://robertkandell.com/about-robert/

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Heal Your Relationship with Yourself, with J Stamatelos

Fri, 22 Jul 2022 05:54:09 GMT

064- J Stamatelos is a professionally certified coach who helps people break out of fear so they can share their gifts with the world. J’s work focuses on “anxious insecurity” - a chronic feeling of insecurity that causes people to feel “never enough”. J’s coaching is based on academic research and data-driven approaches, and he personally lived through this hell and learned how to overcome it.

A note from Thomas: I have become increasingly skeptical of coaches due to the sheer volume of individuals peddling services to improve mental health, without any type of professional licensure. J is a notable exception to this norm and I am pleased to present this conversation.

https://www.jamesjstamatelos.com/

Timestamps:

1:30 - how common is self-loathing?

9:00 - tolerating vs celebrating ourselves and other people

29:00 - myths about men

35:00 - community codependency

50:00 - Why is J not a therapist? & overview of common therapy modalities

61:02 - Conversation Game

Thomas’ Question: Who has supported me at my most vulnerable moments?
J’s Question: How do you tend to react when you get hurt?

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The State of the Bail Industry with Ken Good, Bail Bondsman's Attorney

Thu, 14 Jul 2022 10:19:04 GMT

Ken Good is an attorney in Texas who specializes in law services for the bail bond industry. Additionally, Ken works closely with lawmakers and law enforcement on bail matters and provides input to key decision makers as policy evolves. Ken's organization, the Professional Bondsmen of Texas, has a podcast called The Bail Post, which is an on-going discussion on what successful criminal justice reform looks like.

Ken's position is that recent progressive attempts at criminal justice reform, by limiting or eliminating bail, have increased crime and been largely counterproductive. Thomas asks various questions about the mechanics of the bail industry, and the two discuss the factors that lead to crime, including whether or not systemic racism is an issue in the United State's criminal justice system. This discussion is respectful and productive, unlike the partisan spats that mainstream media use to polarize the United States. In the ethos of this podcast, let's discuss with nuance and let the best ideas win.

Get involved - let me know what you think about the bail industry @bronouveaupod on Instagram and .

Timestamps:

2:00 - Introductions and definitions - bondsman

5:00 - Harris County Example

11:00 - There needs to be a viable alternative to bail industry

14:00 - Why failure to appear is an important metric

17:00 - Criticism of the Bail Industry & Ken’s Counter-Argument

29:00 - Ideological Differences - Systemic Racism in the Criminal Justice System

36:00 - Crime arises from the drug trade

39:00 - Common Sense Drug Policy

49:00 - Thomas’ Reflections on this Episode

Reference Links:

https://spectrumlocalnews.com/tx/south-texas-el-paso/news/2021/09/13/gov--abbott-signs-texas-bail-reform-bill-into-law-

Ken’s Website: https://pbtx.com/

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My Fitness Journey; Husky to Hunky

Thu, 07 Jul 2022 10:27:44 GMT

Thomas shares his story of evolution from an overweight adolescent, to an adult with an active and health-conscious lifestyle.

The rates of inactivity and obesity in the United States (https://medalerthelp.org/blog/exercise-statistics/) are shocking. Thomas hopes his story will inspire you to consider your lifestyle and evaluate how you can incorporate daily movement.

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Brent Giannotta Part 2: The Profile of a Shooter

Sat, 02 Jul 2022 02:00:00 GMT

061- The second part of Thomas' discussion with former CIA antiterrorism Analyst Brent Giannotta. Brent Giannotta is an American author and political commentator. Inspired by 9/11, he learned Arabic and began working as a CIA analyst focused on antiterrorism in the Middle East.

In this segment, Brent shares what he learned about the psychological conditions that lead to violence. Particularly, he discusses the similarities between the radicalization of young men in a religious context that he studied in the Mid East, and mass shooters in the United States.

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The Man Box and Juneteenth, with Michael King Jr., LCSW-C

Thu, 23 Jun 2022 10:00:00 GMT

060- Michael King Jr. is an American licensed mental health therapist and author who specializes in working with men. He enables clients to deal with trauma, heal through self examination, build solid relationships, develop healthy masculinity, recover from breakups, reduce anger, and manage anxiety. Michael utilizes cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and mindfulness practices with his clients and is licensed in Maryland and the District of Columbia.

Thomas and Michael discuss the idea of the “man box”, internal pressure to provide for family, how men need to take an active role in ending racism, how white people can examine and challenge their implicit bias, and what Juneteenth represents.

Timestamps:
3:00 - Michael’s Why
6:00 - Pressure to Provide
11:30 - The Man Box
21:00 - Men’s Role in ending racism
26:00 - Juneteenth, challenging implicit bias
37:00 - racial healing
40:00 - What does Juneteenth represent?
47:00 - spark by seek discomfort game

Question: what do you fear the most in life?

Michael's Website
Tribe of Men Book

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America's Role in the World with CIA Antiterrorism Analyst Brent Giannotta, (Part 1)

Thu, 16 Jun 2022 10:00:00 GMT

059- Brent Giannotta is an American author and political commentator. Inspired by 9/11, he learned Arabic and began working as a CIA analyst focused on antiterrorism in the Middle East. This two part discussion investigates the role of the United States overseas, the current state of the American Dream domestically, and the similar psychological profiles of mass shooters in the United States and jihadists in Europe and the Mid East.

In the first segment of this two-part episode, Thomas learns about Brent's path to learning Arabic, joining the CIA, the CIA's efforts in Syria and Lebanon in the mid 2010's, and President Trump's foreign policy legacy.

Timestamps:
3:00 - Intro and Brent’s path to middle east studies; adjusting to life in Cairo
11:00 - Language Learning & Arabic
22:00 - The United States’ self-appointed role as global watchdog
25:00 - Mechanics of what a CIA analyst does on the ground overseas
30:00 - Where can someone learn about US foreign policy?
35:00 - President Trump’s Foreign Affairs Legacy

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Hawaiian Independence and What Americans Don't Understand about Hawaii, with Kamaka Dias

Thu, 09 Jun 2022 10:00:00 GMT

058- Kamaka Dias is an entrepreneur and podcast host from Hilo, Hawaii currently living on Oahu. After paying off college debt in one year and documenting his efforts online, Kamaka co-founded Hawaiiverse, an ecommerce platform that supports local Hawaiian businesses. The corresponding podcast features long-format interviews with local figures to share their stories and promote Hawaiian culture.

Thomas and Kamaka discuss the pronunciation and meaning of his name in the Hawaiian language, the illegal annexation of Hawaii by the United States, the dichotomy of holding American citizenship and not identifying with American culture, the connection Hawaiians have to the land, and how to encourage men to break out of traditional gender norms.

Timestamps:
4:00 - What is the Hawaiiverse
10:00 - US Annexation & Hawaiian Independence Movement
17:00 - Not drinking
23:30 - “the land is chief, man is just it’s servant”
33:00- Masculinity
40:00 - Core Values
52:00 - Hawaiian Music
55:00 - Spark by Seek Discomfort

Thomas’ Question - what is your love language?
Kamaka’s Question - what are you looking forward to?

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Please Your Partner and Escape Performance Anxiety with Sex Therapist Heather Shannon

Thu, 02 Jun 2022 10:00:00 GMT

057 - Heather Shannon is a psychotherapist who has been practicing since 2006 and holds a M. ED in School Counseling and a counseling certificate in Sex Therapy from the University of Michigan. Her intention is to help reduce shame and stigma around sexuality so people can fully embrace and enjoy their sexual selves.

Heather and Thomas discuss penis insecurity, impulsive behavior, projecting, the organism gap and how individuals can unlock a more pleasurable and psychology healthy sex life

Timestamps:
2:00 - Puerto Rico & Florida
6:00 - Penis Insecurity
12:30- Mechanics of impulsive behavior
21:00 - Projecting
27:00 - Nuclear Family
32:00 - Profile of Mass Shooters & Outcasts; How to Bring them In
42:00 - Orgasm Gap
48:30 - Spark by Seek Discomfort Discussion Game

Heather’s Question: if you had 24 hours left to live, who would you spend the day with and why?
Thomas’ Question: what trait immediately draws me to other people?

Heather’s website: https://heathershannon.co/
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How Men Can Develop Genuine (Rather than Superficial) Confidence, with Bri Tartaglione

Thu, 26 May 2022 10:00:00 GMT

056 - Bri Tartaglione is a certified school counselor with a M.A. in Counseling Psychology and and EdM in School Counseling. After a sudden medical condition left Bri temporarily paralyzed, she reoriented away from formal counseling and toward conscious counseling with private clients. Thomas and Bri discuss changing career paths, the difference between coaching and therapy, how men can step away from external validation and toward intrinsic value, and how to develop healthy confidence grounded in self-love and tolerance, rather than superficial bravado.

Timestamps:
2:00 - Bri’s introduction & podcast; health scare and pivot away from school counseling
8:00 - the mental switch Bri had to take moving into coaching from counseling
10:00 - therapy is working on the historical self, coaching is more about identifying & developing into the future self
13:30 - Bri’s formative experiences and fundamental influences
21:00 - How can men shed outside perspective and chart their own path?
27:00 - understanding identity as a nonlinear spectrum
31:00 - It’s okay to ask questions and not understand the social changes unfolding in 2022
34:00 - How to develop healthy confidence
38:00 - Rapid Fire & Spark by Seek Discomfort Game:

Bri’s Question: What is your most cherished memory?
Thomas’ Question: out of my entire family, whose death would affect me the most and why

Bri's Website

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How to Leverage Etiquette to Stand Out and Open Doors, with Kristi Spencer

Thu, 19 May 2022 10:00:00 GMT

055 - Kristi Spencer is a journalist with 25 years of broadcast and news management experience. She recently launched a coaching business around her passion for sharing the message that manners matter. Kristi is well versed in all etiquette topics concerning business, dining, and social etiquette. Kristi and Thomas discuss how to apply etiquette to various areas of life and how the principles can help anyone stand out.

Timestamps:
4:00 - what is etiquette?
9:30- what does etiquette training look like?
16:00 - safety trumps etiquette
22:45 - what does How we dress communicate to others?
26:00 - it’s easy to stand out in a less polite and less formal society
34:00- table manners: don’t be gross & learn how to carry a conversation
40:00 - rapid fire questions
43:00 - spark by seek discomfort question game

Thomas’ question: is there something that makes me feel guilty, and if so, how do I manage it?
Kristie’s question: who was your first best friend and what did you like about that friendship?

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Abortion Access and Why it Matters with Meghan Pierce

Thu, 12 May 2022 10:00:00 GMT

054 - Meghan Pierce is Thomas' wonderful sister. Her background is in gender equity and voting rights, and she currently runs a nonpartisan, nonprofit organization in Pennsylvania that advocates for election accessibility and promotes civic engagement. Meghan has a Bachelor’s degree in International Affairs and Women Studies, and a Master’s in Public Administration. She has been a long-time advocate for abortion rights, and with the upcoming Supreme Court decision likely to overturn Roe vs. Wade, this is a timely discussion.

Timestamps:
2:00 - Introductions, “Pro Life & Pro Choice” vs “Anti-Abortion & Pro-Abortion”
6:00 - Experiences that Led Meghan to Abortion Activism
13:30 - What’s going on with the Supreme Court case?
17:30 - What is an abortion?
27:00 - How does Meghan maintain a healthy dialogue when discussing this with anti-abortion activists?
33:00 - How do get involved?
38:00 - Spark By Seek Discomfort Game

Resources:

Guttmacher Institute : https://www.guttmacher.org/
Center for Reproductive Rights: https://reproductiverights.org/get-involved/featured-resources
Pew Research Center: https://www.pewresearch.org/fact-tank/2021/06/17/key-facts-about-the-abortion-debate-in-america
40 Persistent Claims about Abortion Fact-Checked: https://www.npr.org/2022/05/06/1096676197/7-persistent-claims-about-abortion-fact-checked

Actions to Take:

VOTE in the 2022 elections: Who we elect next at the state level, and their stance on abortion, will have implications for abortion access in states for years to come. Vote411.org has all the information you need to vote, including information on your candidates. If you missed the primary elections in your state, it’s not too late to register for the November general election.
Talk to your friends and family about abortion rights, and why it’s important to vote 2022: See abortion messaging guidance here. Organize a voter registration drive in your neighborhood to help get out the vote on this issue.
Tell your U.S. Senators to support abortion access: https://www.plannedparenthoodaction.org/call/congress-protect-safe-legal-abortion
Donate to local abortion funds: https://abortionfunds.org/

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How to Succeed in Software Sales with Trent Dressel

Thu, 05 May 2022 10:00:00 GMT

053 - Trent Dressel is a Senior Account Executive (salesperson) for a software company and runs a YouTube channel (10.5K subscribers as of May 4, 2022) with practical advice for individuals in the software sales industry. Trent has made over 50,000 cold calls, and in his own words "actively tries to have no work life balance."

Thomas and Trent discuss his path to this industry, the correlation between sales experience and entrepreneurship, the mindset required to have an extraordinary career, how Trent would approach achieving diversity of thought, identity and gender as a corporate leader, and the pros and cons of chasing money and prestige.

Timestamps:
2:30 - What is Software Sales, Trent’s path to it, how he got into content creation and his upbringing
7:00 - How did Trent make the decision to go public with his online persona and make YouTube videos about career advancement?
10:00 - what is the connection between sales and entrepreneurship?
14:30 - What is Trents philosophy on D&I strategy in a corporate context?
18:30 - What are the qualities Trent looks for in an organization as a candidate?
23:00 - Why does self-development matter?
26:30 - the pros and cons of being driven by status and prestige
32:00 - Gender representation in sales
35:00 - Men and taking feedback
40:00 - personal finances
46:00 - Spark by Seek Discomfort Conversation Games

Trent’s Question: What is a misconception that people have about you?
Thomas’ Question: if you were to die, would you be satisfied with what you have accomplished?

Trent’s Top 3 Books:
How to Win Friends and Influence People
Principles - Ray Dalio
Man’s Search for Meaning

Trent’s YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/TrentDressel
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How to Deliver a Great Speech with Marcus Bales

Thu, 28 Apr 2022 16:00:00 GMT

052- Marcus Bales is a professional speaker, author, and coach. His upcoming book, Don't Shut Up: A Collection of Stories and Advice on How to Overcome Social Anxiety, is a compilation of Marcus’ own experience growing up with—and eventually overcoming—debilitating social anxiety, as well as tried and true tips and techniques for anyone struggling with this incredibly common disorder.

Timestamps:
2:00 - Living in Austin, TX, pros and cons of quick growth in a city
4:30 - Marcus’ book, Don’t Shut Up
11:30 - conversation hacks
21:00 - empathy building through communication
28:00 identity based habits
34:00 - importance of communication for career advancement
40:00 - How can organizations help remote teams connect?
43:00 - Self love
47:00 - 3 Things Game

Marcus' Book

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Live not Loathe with Jevon Wooden

Thu, 21 Apr 2022 10:00:00 GMT

051 - Jevon Wooden is a veteran, information security expert, motivational speaker and coach who empowers high achievers to design a life they don't need a vacation from. Jevon has an incredible life story and he has leveraged resilience, positivity and an incredible can-do attitude to weather a number of adverse life events and psychological traumas. In this episode, Jevon speaks from the heart about growing up in a polygamous household, watching his father be arrested, navigating the criminal justice system, his activism as an adult for sentencing reform, processing childhood traumas as an adult, his service with the US Army in Afghanistan, reintegrating into society after the military, and how men can carry themselves with grace and compassion . His book published in August 2021 is called Own Your Kingdom: How To Increase Your Confidence, Build Your Self-Esteem, And Control Your Destiny

Timestamps:
1:30- Jevon’s background and places he’s lived, early musical influences,
4:30 - Turning point in Jevon’s life
8:00 - Jevon's reflections on growing up in a polygamous household; brave or tough conversations
18:00 - Jevon hanging with his Dad and the SWAT team arresting his dad
23:30 - Navigating the criminal justice system & Jevon’s activism
35:00 - the experience of going to the middle east with the Army having the background of a Muslim upbringing
41:00 - reintegrating into society after warfare
51:00 - it’s hard to get upset if you manage the physical reactions
55:00 - Jevon’s book recs

The Obstacle is the way - https://www.amazon.com/Obstacle-Way-Timeless-Turning-Triumph-ebook/dp/B00G3L1B8K/ref=sr_1_1?crid=OB96JFECF9UV&keywords=the+obstacle+is+the+way&qid=1650496723&s=books&sprefix=the+obsta%2Cstripbooks%2C146&sr=1-1
The body keeps the score - https://www.amazon.com/Body-Keeps-Score-Healing-Trauma/dp/0143127748
What happened to you - https://www.amazon.com/What-Happened-You-Understanding-Resilience/dp/1250223180
Own Your Kingdom - https://www.amazon.com/Own-Your-Kingdom-Confidence-Self-Esteem/dp/B09CRSP73X

56:00 - Spark by Seek Discomfort Conversation Game

Jevon’s Question - what are the 3 things that make someplace home?
Thomas’ question - how have your views on religion changed over time?

Jevon’s Website
The Sentencing Project

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Learn Spanish & Intercultural Communication with Cayo Rodrigo

Thu, 14 Apr 2022 10:00:00 GMT

050 - Cayo is Thomas’ friend from Peru who lives in San Francisco. After climbing the corporate ladder and becoming a CEO in Peru, Cayo was burned out, unhappy and did not know himself. He went to the jungle in Peru for 3 months to work with Shamans. Along the way he brought up the fears, traumas, and insecurities he had been ignoring and got closer to identifying his purpose in life. He now is a Spanish teacher in San Francisco who, in addition to teaching the language, teaches Latin culture to build cultural connections. Thomas and Cayo dive deep on Cayo’s journey and discuss the nuances of finding yourself and relating to others, with plenty of laughs and tangents.

Timestaps:

1:30 - How Thomas and Cayo met
4:00 - Cayo’s language teaching philosophy: “language is an expression of culture”; nonverbal communication, body language and communication differences between Latin cultures and the US
16:00 - Burning out and traveling to the jungle for 3 months of ceremonies with
ayahuasca
25:00 - Uncovering hidden and repressed traumas and fears with the ayahuasca
30:00 - Navigating the expectations of the people who love us the most
35:30 - Importance of talking about difficult emotions.
41:00 - Laughing at yourself

Cayo's Spanish School

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How to Escape Pornography Addiction with Dr. Eddie Capparucci

Thu, 07 Apr 2022 10:00:00 GMT

049 - Eddie Capparucci, Ph.D., LPC, specializes in treating Problematic Sexual Behaviors including pornography. He is creator of the unique Inner Child Model for the treatment of Problematic Sexual Behaviors. Thomas and Dr. Capparucci discuss his book, Going Deeper: How the Inner Child Impacts Your Sexual Addiction, which centers unresolved childhood trauma and externalizing the damaged inner child as a way to understand and prevent problematic behavior. Dr Caparrucci shares how damaging pornography is to viewers and actors, and how men's inability to sit with emotional discomfort is directly linked to problematic behavior.

Timestamps:

1:30 - Background, Licensed Professional Counselor specializing in men’s sex and pornography addiction
4:30 - What is it about faith that grounds people and keeps them engaged?
7:30 - Dr. Capparucci’s book for sex and pornographic addicts, Going Deeper, is written with an empathetic tone - why is that?
9:15 - Core causes of addition (1) unresolved childhood pain points (2) inability to sit with emotional pain and distress (3) emotional immaturity
13:00 - externalizing the addict
15:30 - what is an emotional trigger?
18:00 - what is the true scope of sex and pornography addiction?
22:15 - why should people avoid pornography?
35:00 - Men are oblivious to the emotional needs of others
40:30 - we have the ability to devastate others emotionally
42:30 - Spark by Seek Discomfort Conversation Game

Thomas’ Question - when was the last time I tried something for the first time?
Dr. Capparucci’s Question - name something you could not live without

Dr. Capparucci's Website

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"Men, Go to Therapy" with Jenna Noelle Porter

Thu, 31 Mar 2022 10:00:00 GMT

048- Jenna Noelle Porter is a professional photographer, creative business mentor, and world traveler. It's her ambition to give back to her creative community by sharing her insights on navigating the creative industry. Thomas and Jenna discuss how to maintain passion in a craft that is also a full time job, how men at weddings she shoots often mansplain photography to her, how everyone, especially men, can benefit from therapy, and how entrepreneurs can identify their ideal customer and align their business with their values.

Timestamps:
1:30- Jenna's path to photography
4:00 - How does Jenna keep the passion for photography alive while it is her full time job?
13:00 - Capturing the moment and affection in a wedding photoshoot
15:00 - Wedding faux pos for men to avoid (from a female photographer's perspective)
20:00 - Jenna avoids hiring a second male shooter because the other men at the wedding will assume he is in charge.
28:00 - Jenna's new mentoring business for new photography entrepreneurs
31:00 - How can an entrepreneur identify their ideal customer and shift their business to align with their intrinsic purpose?
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Thomas' Question- is there anything your parents did that you vow not to?
Jenna's Question- do you owe anyone an apology?

Jenna's Website

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How to Form Deeper Friendships with Lee Hopkins

Thu, 24 Mar 2022 10:00:00 GMT

Coach Lee Hopkins is a communication coach who helps his clients build lasting and meaningful relationships. Lee is a transgender man who leverages his personal journey with clients and emphasizes the importance of vulnerability with oneself and others as essential to building meaningful relationships. Lee and Thomas discuss a variety of topics, including how there is no silver bullet to our problems, how to draw boundaries with empathy, and how the sharing the mundane aspects of our lives are essential for deep and durable relationships.

Coach Lee's Website

Timestamps:
1:00 - Lee’s introduction - transgender identity and work as a coach
4:15 - There is no silver bullet
11:00 - Lee’s life pre transition and what motivated him to transition?
21:30 - Boundaries in relationships: Needs, Negotiables and Nevers
24:30 - Don't Ignore the things that you are angry about
33:00 - Lessons on true friendship and maintaining friendship - sharing the mundane
37:30 - How can someone make better relationships?
47:30 - How to draw boundaries with empathy
49:30 - 3 Things Game

Lee’s Question: what are three things you have learned about wealth?
Thomas’ Questions - what are three things you would like to tell your younger self

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Analogy, Metaphor and Navigating Polarization with Dr. Michael Alcee

Thu, 17 Mar 2022 10:00:00 GMT

046 - Dr. Michael Alcee holds a Ph.D. in clinical psychology from Fordham University and has worked and trained in college counseling for over 10 years. In addition to his private practice, Dr. Alcee is currently the Mental Health Educator at Manhattan School of Music. Thomas and Dr. Alcee discuss the art and nuance behind constructing a good metaphor, the connection between creativity and therapy, how creativity and bravery are required to progress interpersonal relationships, how white men of privilege can discuss their issues with perspective, and Dr. Alcee makes a case for empathy as a solution to political polarization.

Timestamps:

2:00 - Dr. Alcee’s background and path to psychology
3:30 - The connection between creativity and therapy
11:00 - Analogy and metaphor are a connection between the right and left brain
17:00 - Where does training as a therapist show up most between therapeutic presence and therapeutic authority?
25:00 - As white men of privilege, how can we discuss our challenges and problems without being tone deaf?
31:30 - What does it mean for someone to own their power?
36:45 - Volodymyr Zelenskyy as an embodiment of traditional and modern masculinity
43:30 - Empathy is not endorsement
44:30 - How to navigate the polarized nature of anti racist theory
44:00 - 3 Things Game

Dr. Alcee’s question: What are three things your father taught you?
Thomas’ question: What are three things you have learned from making mistakes?

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Suicide Prevention and Preventative Mental Health with Drew Bergman

Thu, 10 Mar 2022 11:00:00 GMT

045 - Drew Bergman is a longtime friend of Thomas'. He is a mental health advocate, nonprofit consultant, entrepreneur and former professional public speaker. Drew talks Thomas through his timeline of attempting suicide in high school, his path to becoming open and honest about his mental health journey, challenging the taboo around discussing suicide, and the nuts and bolts of preventative mental health.

Timestamps:
2:15 - Drew’s background
5:45 - Drew’s speech to the student body junior year and pushing through superficial social connections
19:00 - Crafting the story into a powerful speech for any group of students
22:45 - Pivoting away from consistent speaking
26:15 - How to break out of traditional male conditioning
28:30 - The pitfalls of chasing money and ignoring true self care
31:30 - What is therapy really like?
39:30 - Drew’s core values
44:30 - 3 Things Game

Thomas’s Question: what are three things your mother taught you
Drew’s Questions: what are three things you have learned from being lost?

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The Trevor Project: resources for anxiety, depression, substance abuse, suicide and LGBTQ issues

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A Warning to Young Men About "Red Pill" Dating Ideology

Thu, 03 Mar 2022 11:00:00 GMT

044 - Thomas recently learned of online "red pill" dating solutions. He and his friend, James, sit down to examine some of the ideas presented in Rollo Tomassi's book, The Rational Male, the self proclaimed "bible of the red pill."

James has experience with this red pill community from an earlier time in his life when he was socially isolated and frustrated with his dating fortunes. These ideas take a kernel of truth and build a narrative that encourage men to blame women for their own perceived dating "failures", and distort the role of power in relationships and dating.

Timestamps:
3:00- James’ background and masculine influences, the outsized influence of older kids in high school
10:30 - Red Pill background
14:00 - life is an annoying shade of grey
20:30 - Everyone, on some level, is operating on “this is high school and I want to be perceived as cool”
22:45 - Red pill ideas substitute “manipulative person” with “women”
24:30 - “Plate Theory” - our translation “keeping people disempowered to keep them with you”
30:30 - “Men’s Value increases, Women’s Decreases” - our translation: “women are only as valuable as their youth
36:30 - “The Wall” - our translation - “blaming women for my shortcomings in being unattractive”
40:30 - the problematic nature of pretending to be in control
44:30 - Talk to women about their experiences dating and get a more realistic look at the dating world compared to the narrative found in these forums
46:45 - 3 Things Game

James' Question: What are three things you would like to tell your younger self?
Thomas’ Question: What are three things you have learned about women?