Man Up / Man Down

Man Up / Man Down

We’ll discuss (and have the odd rant about) all the pressures of being a man, approaching (sorry, we have to say it) middle age. All the fears we have but are often too embarrassed to discuss with our friends. And even the fact that you no longer seem to have “friends” just colleagues and other dads that you nod to at school and club drop-offs. But we’ll also look at the science and psychology behind why we often feel how we feel, why even the most successful people (from business to sport to entertainment) can experience doubt and lack of direction and how small changes in your life, can achieve big results (whether you want to change career, drop a few pounds or just try and get some “you time” back in your life). We aren’t unique, and we want to share. So make sure you subscribe to listen to the second season of our podcast, which goes live about 3x a month!

Thanks, Dave & Volker



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Menfulness
March 20, 2025x
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52:54121.1 MB

Menfulness

In this episode, Jack Woodhams discusses the importance of male friendships, mental health, and the initiatives he has spearheaded through Menfulness. He shares his personal journey of creating supportive spaces for men, addressing loneliness, and the stigma surrounding mental health conversations....

Solo Episode - Talking about life and work.
March 13, 2025x
20
45:47104.83 MB

Solo Episode - Talking about life and work.

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The Power of Initiation in Middle Age
March 06, 2025x
19
47:23108.46 MB

The Power of Initiation in Middle Age

In this episode, David and Volker welcome Ben, a teacher and coach with over 20 years of experience in Buddhism. They explore Ben's journey into Buddhism, the role of mindfulness in business, and the unfolding of personal transformation. The conversation delves into the importance of finding the ri...

Overcoming Addiction
February 20, 2025x
18
48:35111.24 MB

Overcoming Addiction

In this episode, Alex Clapp shares his inspiring journey from losing his sight and battling alcoholism to finding recovery and purpose through the Claritee Group. He discusses the importance of vulnerability, the cultural influences on drinking, and the generational shifts in attitudes towards emot...

Are we vilifying men? (Part 2)
February 13, 2025x
17
51:07117.03 MB

Are we vilifying men? (Part 2)

In this episode, David and Volker welcome back Anita Malster, a mental health strategist, to discuss the complexities surrounding male mental health, particularly focusing on suicide rates among men. They explore cultural norms of masculinity, the impact of emotional suppression, and the importance...