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The first ever Building Men Healthy Habits Draft - with contestants Chase Tolleson and Dave Robinson.   Back it down Mel Kiper and Todd McShay...these two savage men bring the heat as they square off to create a team of 5 healthy habits.   Oh yeah...we talk about legendary high school hair cuts.   As an athlete and coach, Dave Robinson has long possessed a deep passion for self-improvement and has...

This was an interesting conversation with a man who grew up with no male role model in his life and studied the sociological impacts of masculine role models has on young men.  He went through several ups and downs in his life (including being homeless for several months) on his way to finding his voice through poetry.   Damian White is a writer from Columbus, OH. He is the author of the poetry bo...

Deep dive with my man Matt LeBris - we talk about growing up as athletes, how divorce impacts children, understanding our emotions, talking to kids about sex and "The Spy Who Shagged Me."   Before Matt LeBris became an award-winning entrepreneur, nationally coveted speaker and a top ranked podcast host, to name a few, he had plenty of hurdles to overcome. From losing his dream of playing professio...

Bryan Reeves is an author, a coach and guide for men and for couples and one of the most enlightened dudes I have ever met.   A former captain in the US Air Force, Bryan has used his pain points to help other men grow...and become.   This episode goes deep into the way men show up - and how we process through difficult emotions...especially grief.   "Somewhere along my journey from military soldie...

"The general public is starting to recognize what parents, teachers and therapists have know for years: we are losing our young men." Gregory Koufacos is a licensed addiction counselor and mentor.  He guides emerging men using the "Primal Method."  He draws from his extensive background with troubled young men to identify what has gone wrong, why traditional therapy often fails, and how emerging m...

This was a wild ride with my man Erik Allen.  Erik has been through some absolutely crazy situations in his life and has used the experiences to turn pain into purpose.  We talk about growing up in a less than ideal environment for a young man, homelessness, the Seattle grunge scene, burgers with Ed Mylett and the impact of expensive decorative pillows on our masculinity.   Erik Allen, raised in a...

Repeat guest Craig Daigle joins the Building Men Podcast to talk about intentional parenting, overcoming abuse and how men deal with loss and grief.   Craig Daigle is a 40 year old father of 4 sons who took back his health after a terrifying near death experience on December 1st 2015. Fresh out of a relationship and marriage filled with domestic violence, drug and alcohol abuse, he found himself a...

In this episode, I talk to Kendall Smith about raising kids (especially young men).  We discuss rites of passage, how dads are portrayed in the media and how to have difficult conversations with your kids at various points in their life.   Kendall Smith lives in New Jersey, has been married for 17 years, and has an eight-year-old son named Connor. He works by day in the digital industry and in the...

Adam Von Rothfelder is a husband and father, a creative consultant, athletic movement & fitness specialist, former professional fighter, model, actor and the CEO of the STRONG Coffee Company. Strong Coffee Shop Strong Coffee Instagram Adam Von Rothfelder Instagram Building Men Instagram Building Men Website Building Men YouTube Building Men Facebook Work with Dennis as your 1 on 1 coach  The Found...

Join Dennis and Anthony Morolda, the creators of the Building Men Podcast for this unique virtual event helping young men understand the Pillars of Masculinity. World renowned mentors offer insights and discuss important concepts such as: mindset, confidence, strength, accountability, integrity, communication, resiliency, relationships and purpose. This event, held on 12/28/2021 was one of a kind,...

This was such a cool conversation with a great man.  Jason and I talk about the 100 flip trip, overcoming challenges as a parent of a teenager, how to manage time effectively, ultradium rhythms  and how one becomes a lama.   Jason Henkel is a personal and organizational productivity expert known for his highly practical brain-based approach to multiplying meaningful output in the same number of ho...

It was an honor to spend an hour with Ryan King, "the dad you never had".  We focus on parenting - specifically raising young men. Ryan does everything with intentionality as he leads his family.  Ryan is a husband, a father, and the CEO of Guardian Payments. He’s a thought leader with motivational, nuanced insights on wisdom, manhood, relationships, and leadership. Ryan King on Instagram Building...

I had an opportunity to connect with the man, the myth, the LEGEND...Dave Hurt.  This man has an unbelievable story and is an absolute savage human being.   Dave Hurt is a scientist-turned-entrepreneur who sold his first company at the age of 30. He hosts Free Mind Podcast and is launching his latest project, Whole Man Initiative - an online community for men who want to be at the top of their gam...

What an absolute blast talking with two of the most amazing human beings I have met during the Building Men Podcast Journey.  I talk with Akshay Nanavati and Kevin Demmons about intentional discomfort, fear, overcoming adversity, how the brain works...and shrikage.   Akshay Nanavati (Building Men Podcast Episode 116) has overcome drug addiction, PTSD from fighting the war in Iraq with the Marines...

I laughed and learned a lot talking with meteorologist, television personality and podcast host, Ted Phaeton.  We talk about the science behind what he does, how he inspires "modern men" and throw in a few obligatory Ron Burgundy jokes along the way.    Ted Phaeton is a husband, son, and dog dad. He’s the Morning Meteorologist at Queen City News in Charlotte, NC. (Meaning, he wakes up VERY early!)...

It was an honor to have the opportunity to interview Garrain Jones.  The words that come to mind after having a conversation with this superhero are courage, integrity, authenticity and PERSEVERANCE.  Garrain's story is absolutely amazing and this conversation will have you on the edge of your seat.   Garrain Jones is an author, speaker and facilitator who is dedicated to helping you awaken your i...

Wow. The conversation that Anthony and I have with Gavin Meenan was absolutely mind blowing.  We loved how authentic and transparent this man was.   Gavin Meenan is a leading voice in the Irish men's coaching community. A former European Powerlifting Champion, he has personally helped hundreds of men achieve life changing results. Gavin resides in the town of Sligo in Ireland, where he has built h...

We love this guy.  Eric Sardina is a long time listener and supporter of the Building Men Podcast, he is an Enlifted Coach, a fellow podcaster and a great dude.  Anthony and I talk with Eric about the Spartan Race, staying away from playgrounds, stupid stuff we did as kids and how Eric is inspiring others with his return to an authentic life.   Eric Sardina worked in corporate America for 30 years...

This man is an absolute savage!  I have a conversation with Nathan Kohlerman about his upbringing, experiences in a gang, his service in the military, overcoming a traumatic injury and rites of passage for young men (including fumbling with bra straps).  Nathan is a great dude doing important work.   After being introduced to gang culture and battling multiple addictions at a young age, Nathan was...

Connecting with Adrain and Vince Del Monte on the Building Men Podcast was such a cool experience.  These brothers have created an entire movement geared toward helping men become the best versions of themselves.  We chop it up about their relationship, lessons they learned from the father, being brutally honest with ourselves...and breakdancing injuries.   Vince has done this in the fitness indus...

In this episode, Anthony and I chop it up with an absolute SAVAGE dude - Aram Grigorian.  We do our best Christopher Walken impersonation, talk about relationship dynamics and the fitness industry.   A former finance douche and party boy, Aram came to the hard realization that it wasn't the things in his life that drove him, but the impact that he made on the lives of others in a positive way. He...

On this episode, I talk with Philly sports talk host Tyrone Johnson about inspiring coaches, breaking through racial barriers,  asking the difficult questions and finding our authentic voice.  Tyrone is the host of the "The Best Show Ever", a destination for real talk about all things Philadelphia sports.   Tyrone Johnson Instagram Best Show Ever Building Men Instagram Building Men Website Buildin...

It was an honor to have connected with Aaron Velky - a motivational speaker, coach, author and overall tremendous human being.  We talk about coaching athletes, reinventing ourselves, motivating others and how to show up for those we lead.   Aaron is a keynote speaker, CEO and coach. His career has been dedicated to building movements, companies and leaders. Get Out of Your Own Way, his coaching c...

On this episode of Building Men, Anthony and I interview Enflifted Coach and Crossfit Trainer, George Dobbins.  We talk about Hulk Hogan, Barry White, guilty pleasures, jumping over lava, strange relationships with spackle...and that is in the first 10 minutes of the episode.  George is doing some cool things in relationship to personal development and creating a tribe of men.   George Dobbins Ins...

It is always a good time to chat with my brother. In our first episode recorded with Anthony in Carolina, we talk about life lessons learned from sports, review a few movies and reveal a game that we have been playing for the past 5 years.   Building Men Instagram Building Men Website Building Men YouTube Building Men Facebook Anthony Morolda Instagram Work with Dennis as your 1 on 1 coach  The Fo...