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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55:58128.12 MB

Exploring the Depths of Masculine Psychology.

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Man Up / Man DownJanuary 15, 2026x
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48:55111.98 MB

Exploring Connection and Emotional Intelligence.

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Understanding your past through a Hollywood lens.
Man Up / Man DownDecember 11, 2025x
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48:38111.33 MB

Understanding your past through a Hollywood lens.

Join us for an inspiring conversation with Maria Leonhard Olsen, a multifaceted individual who has transformed her life in remarkable ways. From practicing law in Washington, D.C., to becoming a celebrated author, podcaster, and mentor, Maria shares her journey of overcoming personal challenges and ...

Improving Sex in Middleage
Man Up / Man DownNovember 27, 2025x
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50:33115.73 MB

Improving Sex in Middleage

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Man Up / Man DownNovember 13, 2025x
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48:32111.09 MB

Midlife Opportunities - What's in stock for midlife transition

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