All Boy

Dr. Jett Stone on loneliness, vulnerability, and getting help Overview Dr. Jett Stone is a clinical psychologist who specializes in treating men. He’s the author of Quiet Your Mind: A Men’s Guide , a Psychology Today columnist, and co-founder of Men’s Therapy Hub—a directory connecting male clients with male therapists launching in the US in 2026. In this conversation, we explore why men struggle...

Chance Seales sits down with Ben Smith , Head of Research at the American Institute for Boys and Men (AIBM), to explore whether single-sex schools benefit American boys. They dig into the data from AIBM’s 2025 report and discuss what’s working in single-sex public schools, what information is missing, and what it actually means for your sons. Underlying research conducted by Nina Hankins. All Boy...

Guest: Kelly Nolin, Ph. D. , Director of Admissions at the University of Montana Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Gender Dynamics in Higher Education 03:14 Understanding Parental Perspectives on College Enrollment 06:14 Marketing Strategies to Attract Male Students 09:15 The Importance of Equity in Education 12:05 Initiatives for Male Student Engagement 15:18 The Impact of Student Loan Debt on Colle...

Episode Overview : As the landscape of American careers shifts dramatically, a back-to-basics career path is emerging — one that offers job security, competitive wages, and genuine satisfaction. In this episode of All Boy, Kate Cinnamo, Executive Director of Explore the Trades, talks with Chance Seales about why the skilled trades are experiencing a surge of interest from young people and their pa...

Episode Summary: Joe Gidjunis, creator of the PBS documentary series "Grown Up Dad," joins Chance Seales to explore what it means to be a father in the modern era. Their conversation reveals why this might be the best time in history to be a dad, while acknowledging the unique challenges and opportunities that come with contemporary fatherhood. Meet Joe Joe Gidjunis is a filmmaker and fa...

🚨 KEY STATS • 23% of 17-year-old boys in America now have an ADHD diagnosis • Stimulant prescriptions jumped 58% in just one decade (2012-2022) • Boys are 2-3x more likely to be diagnosed than girls • Adults in their 30s saw prescriptions TRIPLE from 5M to 18M • US rates are 3-4x higher than the global average of 5-7% 🎯 WHAT YOU'LL DISCOVER In this eye-opening conversation, Stephen P. Hinsha...

Donald J. Robertson , cognitive-behavioral psychotherapist and author of "How to Think Like a Roman Emperor" and "How to Think Like Socrates," joins Chance Seales to explore how ancient Stoic principles can help young men navigate modern challenges around work, money, relationships, and finding meaning. All Boy with Chance Seales on Substack Adversity as Growth Setbacks and cha...

Dr. Jessi Gold, Chief Wellness Officer of the University of Tennessee system, joins Chance Seales to tackle one of the most pressing issues facing young men today: the epidemic of loneliness and isolation. They explore the staggering reality that 15% of men now have zero close friends (up from just 3% in 1990), examine how digital culture glamorizes "secular monks" who live successful li...

Glen Pounder, Chief Safeguarding Officer of Scouting America, joins Chance Seales to explore how traditional scouting remains vital for boys' development in a modern world marked by isolation. From building resilience and real-world skills to creating lasting friendships and positive male role models, discover why this 115-year-old organization continues to transform young men. Key Topics 🏕️ T...

Dr. Grace Blest-Hopley on young men, THC, psychosis, and CBD "This is your brain on drugs" became something of a joke in the DARE generation, as weed came to be seen as harmless. That was wrong. But legalization and normalization (“it’s just a plant”) became a runaway train. Cannabis is now king, raking in nearly $47 billion domestically in 2025, Statista reports . 26% of high school sen...

A.M. Hickman joins Chance Seales on All Boy, urging young men to build meaningful lives by embracing tradition and hardship. Hickman shares his unique perspective on living a traditional, self-sufficient life in a small village. Hickman, scribe of the popular Hickman’s Hinterlands , discusses the beauty he finds in rural living, the importance of hardship, and the value of action in a world filled...

Youth sports have become a $43 billion-dollar cash cow. The average family spends $1,016 annually on their child's primary sport, according to Project Play. Parents race from work to shuttle kids from practice to practice, city to city. Sleep, money and free time can evaporate. We assume — or at least hope — the family's sacrifices will pay off in self-discipline, good health and college scholarsh...

63% of young in the US, UK and Australia regularly consume content created by "men and masculinity influencers," Movember found. Zac Seidler, clinical psychologist and global director of research at Movember, excavates the phenomenon of online masculinity influencers and their impact on young men. The discussion between Seidler and host Chance Seales covers the surprising demographics of...

Augustine Sedgewick and Chance Seales delve into the complexities of fatherhood, exploring personal experiences, historical evolution, and the mounting expectations of fatherhood. They discuss the importance of listening to children, disagree over the role of authority, and the impact of cultural narratives on modern parenting. The conversation also touches on class divides in parenting and the ne...

Richard Reeves, founder of the American Institute for Boys and Men, shares the vision of his HEAL Initiative, which is focused on helping boys and men thrive in growing professions where they're typically underrepresented, particularly in healthcare, education, and therapy and counseling. Reeves and Chance Seales discuss the decline of men in HEAL professions, the importance of male teachers,...

Clinical psychologist Dr. Cortney Warren and Chance Seales explore the current state of young relationships, focusing on the decline in dating among young men. They discuss the impact of technology and pornography on sexual dysfunction, the importance of interpersonal connections, and the risks associated with being sexless. The conversation also touches on modern dating dynamics, chivalry, and th...

Griffin Gooch, Gen Z theologian who authors the popular Substack newsletter Reality Theology , discusses the evolving landscape of faith among young people, particularly young men, and the resurgence of interest in traditional Christianity and Eastern Orthodoxy. Gooch, alongside Chance Seales, explores the importance of rituals, community, and the need for genuine connections in faith. The discuss...

Clinical psychologist Dr. Michael Thompson and Chance Seales delve into the redshirting movement in American schools, exploring the developmental differences between boys and girls, the implications of ADHD and learning disabilities, and the socio-economic factors influencing educational decisions. Thompson, the bestselling author of Raising Cain, explains the importance of emotional intelligence...