Men Talking Mindfulness: Mental, Physical, & Emotional Fitness to Elevate Performance and Resilience for Leaders and Teams Under Pressure!

Men Talking Mindfulness aims to empower men's personal and emotional growth through mindfulness. We offer engaging content and practical tools in a supportive community, guiding men toward a balanced, mindful, and fulfilling life. This is an episode Jon recorded with Chris Lazier and Shaun Emerson from the If You've Come This Far podcast... lots of fun stuff to know about Jon - a lot that we never...

From the depths of addiction to the frontlines of redemption, Ben Owen’s story is a testament to the power of transformation. In this episode, Jon and Will sit down with Ben, the founder of We Fight Monsters , to uncover how he turned personal pain with addiction into purpose, leading a movement that combats addiction, human trafficking, and broken systems from the streets of Memphis to beyond. Be...

What happens when young men struggle to find their place in a rapidly changing world? Joseph Fuller joins hosts Jon and Will to explore the challenges facing young men today - from the decline of traditional male jobs, and the stigma around trades, to the crucial role of mentorship, education, and social skills in shaping identity and opportunity. This is adding to the escalating mental health cri...

So what happened here? So close to the finish line, Jon tells us why he decided to drop out of the Physique Competition and end this grueling fitness Journey. Learn what MTM is all about at: mentalkinmindfulness.com Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

What if the biggest threat to your leadership isn’t lack of skill or ambition, but the silent weight of too many choices? Jon and Will unpack the hidden toll of decision fatigue - the mental exhaustion that can cloud judgment, lower productivity, and derail even the most capable leaders. They explore how nutrition, boundaries, and mindfulness can restore mental clarity, why making decisions when e...

Most people go through life without ever being truly initiated. In this raw and revealing conversation, Will and Jon are joined by rites of passage guide Darren Silver to unpack why transformation requires more than just time — it requires challenge, community, and a deep connection to nature. They explore the wounding at the heart of real initiation, the loss of cultural rituals, and how fathers,...

What if leadership meant putting people before profit? In this inspiring episode, Howard Behar, former president of Starbucks, shares how servant leadership and putting people over profits shaped the company's culture. He discusses how a people-first leadership philosophy leads to authentic connection, trust, and accountability in the workplace. Behar reveals that putting people over profits empow...

What if the thing you turn to for relief is actually rewiring your brain against you? In this powerful episode, Dr. Trish Leigh exposes the hidden neurological effects of pornography - how it hijacks your dopamine system, fuels addiction, and quietly erodes motivation, mental health, and relationships. We dive deep into the evolutionary roots of sexuality, the influence of technology on behavior,...

I loved this episode with Dave Smith, and so will you! Dig into the full podcast here: https://pod.fo/e/2bd385 More about Dave and his work ➡️ https://www.davesmithdharma.com/ All things MTM here: https://mentalkingmindfulness.com/ Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

What does it truly mean to live as a “peaceful warrior” in today’s chaotic world? If you are looking for a path to personal growth, then you are in the right place Will and Jon sit down with Dan Millman, author of Way of the Peaceful Warrior , to explore mindfulness, self-discovery, and the deeper lessons of personal growth. Dan shares how life’s challenges act as spiritual weight training, why br...

Trigger WARNING! This snippet might piss some people off. If it does reach out to Sashe directly on IG https://www.instagram.com/mind_heart_method/ Here is the link to the Full Episode : https://pod.fo/e/2c4119 Learn more all things MTM at https://mentalkingmindfulness.com/ Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

Olympic champion. Icon. And then… nothing. Reinventing yourself, what does it take? Apolo Ohno knows. He spent his entire life training for one thing - winning gold. He became the most decorated Winter Olympian in U.S. history, chasing perfection at all costs. But when the spotlight faded and the podium disappeared, he faced a battle far tougher than any race: Who was he without the sport? In this...

It's amazing what we can do, who we can become, and what can show up when we slow down and work from the inside out. Here is Dr. James Doty, a neurosurgeon and author of "Mind Magic": The Neuroscience of Manifestation and How It Changes Everything, teaching us what manifestation is all about. Listen to our full episode with Dr Doty on MTM here : https://pod.fo/e/257f21 If you would like to learn h...

What does it truly mean to care for aging parents while preserving their dignity, independence, and joy? This conversation explores the emotional and practical realities of caregiving, from the strain of daily responsibilities to the deep rewards of being present and actively listening. Through personal stories, the speakers highlight the need for open communication about end-of-life planning, the...

Learn from the man who made Kobe Bryant, Michael Jordan, and the Chicago Bulls Champions. Here is our full Podcast with the Great George Mumford: https://pod.fo/e/2c0946 We highly recommend reading George's latest book UNLOCKED: Embrace Your Greatness, Find the Flow, Discover Success More about all things MenTalkingMindfulness.com Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

BREATHWORK What if the key to mental clarity, emotional resilience, and real self-control wasn’t something you had to buy - but something you’ve had all along? Will explores how breathwork - a practice rooted in ancient wisdom and now supported by modern neuroscience - profoundly reshapes the way you think, feel, and respond to stress. Will breaks down why breath is more than just a bodily functio...

You'll love our full MTM Episode with Nick Lavery! Here is the link: https://pod.fo/e/2e6429 Dig into Nick Lavery on LinkedIn HERE More info about all things MTM at MenTalkingMindfulness.com Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

Child Sexual Abuse Prevention What if the greatest threat to your child is the one you’re not prepared for? In this powerful conversation, we sit down with Chris Yadon, managing director of Saprea, to uncover the uncomfortable truths about child sexual abuse—and more importantly, how to prevent it before it ever happens. From recognizing subtle warning signs to creating safe spaces for disclosure,...

In this microdose episode, Jon sits down to be interviewed by Jay Fields - one of our previous guests - on HER show, the Hey Wait podcast. They explore themes of authenticity, emotional vulnerability, and the societal conditioning that affects men's emotional expression. Jon shares his journey from the Navy SEAL Teams to mindfulness, emphasizing the importance of feeling emotions and the challenge...

Finding Purpose What do you do when your life falls apart and you don’t even recognize yourself anymore? Dr. Robb Kelly knows that feeling—he lived it. After losing everything to addiction, including his home, his identity, and his will to keep going, Rob had to rebuild his entire life from scratch. In this brutally honest conversation, he talks about what real recovery looks like, why connection...

In this short micro dose episode, we explore the specialized qualities required for different SEAL Team missions. Our guest, retired Navy SEAL Commander Rich Diviney, shares his fascination with the unique attributes needed for high-stakes operations like combat diving and hostage rescue—emphasizing how patience, adaptability, and mental agility are mission-critical. Listen to full episode here: h...

What does it mean to be a man in the age of AI? This episode dives into how artificial intelligence (AI) is reshaping masculinity, communication, and mental health, offering both opportunities and challenges in the digital age. The conversation explores how AI can support emotional intelligence, mindfulness, and personal growth - when used as a tool rather than a crutch. With thoughtful discussion...

Jon's Fitness Journey - July Check-in In this honest conversation, Jon and Will break down what it really takes to transform, not just physically, but mentally and emotionally. Jon opens up about his journey over the past six months: the hard-earned muscle, the silent progress of visceral fat loss, and the surprising data from his latest DEXA scan. But this episode isn’t about hitting numbers. It’...

Former Navy SEAL, NFL player, and entrepreneur Clint Bruce opens up about the war most men never talk about—the battle to stay real in a world that rewards performance. From the ball field to the battlefield to the boardroom, Clint reveals how chasing an image nearly broke him, and why authenticity is the hardest - and most important—fight of all. Throughout this raw conversation, we explore purpo...

Men Talking Mindfulness aims to empower men's personal and emotional growth through mindfulness. We offer engaging content and practical tools in a supportive community, guiding men toward a balanced, mindful, and fulfilling life. Here's the link to the full show: https://pod.fo/e/2a17ed Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.