Feral Philosophy Podcast

For this week's podcast, I break down what discipline actually is in a world built to addict you - ultra-processed food, endless scrolling, gaming, porn, and constant distraction. You'll learn why discipline is really about self-respect, attention control, stress regulation, and identity, plus why environment and social pressure matter more than "trying harder". We also cover the spiritual layer:...

Dr Helen Machen-Pearce and I explore what real confidence actually is and why so much of what we call confidence collapses the moment it meets reality. We talk about the difference between confidence and competence, and why untested confidence often looks loud, brittle, or performative. We look at how confidence lives in the nervous system, not just the mind, and how embodiment practices like cent...

With countless young men feeling lost because their past, present, and future have been stolen. I break down the four spiritual disconnections - body, community, spirit, and land - that are destroying modern masculinity. Here are some actionable steps to reconnect, find hope, and win the spiritual war for your soul. It's time to wake up. In the second half of the podcast I explain how I spent ten...

In this episode I chat with Ranko Cerić in Zagreb to explore how economics, trauma and identity shape the Balkans and the rest of Europe today. We look at how Yugoslavia fell apart, why ordinary people can be pushed into fear and extremism, and how current migration and cost-of-living pressures are creating similar tensions in the West. We also get into land, belonging and the dysregulation that c...

In this episode I sit down with historian and YouTuber Rudyard William Lynch for one of the densest and most fascinating cultural deep dives I have had in a long while. We look at the big question of where the West is in its historical cycle and why so many people sense that something is coming apart. Rudyard explains why today mirrors the late Roman Republic and how wealth, inequality, decadence...

What if everything you've been told about masculinity is a lie? I break down how governments, corporations, and even social movements manipulate the concept of masculinity to serve their own interests. From ancient warrior virtues to modern consumer culture, we explore how "being a real man" has been redefined to control behavior not empower it. And in the second half of the podcast I expose the f...

I sat down for a conversation with Joshua Ferme about masculinity, belonging and the search for freedom in modern life. We talked about the challenges men face today, the role embodiment plays in building emotional honesty, and why many men feel disconnected from their own strength. As the discussion unfolded, we moved into topics like immigration and what it means to belong to a place or culture,...

In this episode I take a deep dive into anger - one of the most misunderstood emotions. I explore different perspectives, from Buddhism and psychology to embodiment and physiology, showing how each reveals a different truth about why we get angry and what to do with it. We look at how anger can distort perception, act as a signal for crossed boundaries, and even serve as a physiological response t...

Movement teacher Olivier joins me to talk about connecting dreams and imagery, the "longing" of the gym, aesthetics, auto-regulation, why we do sports, how to maximise learning transfer, the power of reflection, developing qualities, nonsense and play, movement culture, Instagram, nonsense, image hygiene and more. A wonderful conversation about movement, learning and play. More information about O...

I spoke with coach, youth worker and martial arts teacher Ranko Čerić about how technology is shaping children's lives, health and attention. We explored what happens when screens become a constant presence from early childhood, how digital habits affect brain development, and why society has been slow to treat this as a public health issue. Ranko brings a systems view, looking at how parents, sch...

Is racism against white people real - or just a charged talking point? I explore the claim of "reverse racism" through recent UK debates (flag protests, perceptions of two-tier policing, hiring policies, media representation) and the historical ideas shaping today's culture war. No name-calling, no straw men, just a clear, good-faith conversation about equality before the law, meritocracy vs. equi...

I sit down with Carlos to unpack a question every founder hears but few answer well: can a business genuinely do good and still be profitable? We map the Venn diagram of purpose and profit, talk about the kinds of people who join this game, and name the bad actors who make the whole idea look naïve. Carlos explains how scalable businesses can stay grounded in meaningful value, why shareholder-firs...

Who should you trust on online? A Harvard professor? A Navy SEAL? A bestselling author? Or just a guy on YouTube?  In this episode, I question the modern obsession with authority. From posh accents and white coats to Instagram followings and fake PhDs - everyone's claiming credibility. But what really makes someone trustworthy? What's the difference between truth, charm, and bulls*? I go through h...

I spoke with Dr. Daniel Ellenberg, past president of the APA Division on Men and Masculinities, about the challenges men face today. We explored how masculinity is often boxed in by stereotypes and cultural expectations, and what it means to live with more range, compassion, and authenticity. Daniel and I talked about vulnerability, the pressures of performance, and the impact of the "man box" on...

I sat down again with Miles Kessler, an old friend and long-time aikido and meditation teacher, to explore the urgent issue of polarization. We talk about why societies feel more divided than ever, how conflict shows up in the body and mind, and what we can learn from years of aikido, meditation, and peace-building projects in places like Cyprus and the Middle East. Miles brings deep wisdom from h...

Are things getting better or worse? In the first half of this podcast, I explore the shifting spirit of our times - from the optimism of the post-WWII consensus to today's economic struggles, mental health crisis, loss of community, and spiritual decline. We'll cover: why the sense of progress has faltered The cost of living, ownership, and "neo-feudalism"; how community and belonging are breaking...

I had the chance to sit down with Erwan Le Corre, one of the leading voices in natural movement. We dug into why movement matters far beyond fitness, how our bodies are designed for adaptability, and what we lose when we stop moving the way humans evolved to. Erwan also shares his passion for breath work, including his own record-breaking breath-hold training, and why breathing is just as fundamen...

What if everything you've been told about men's mental health is a lie? There's an untold truth behind the crisis young men face today - and it's why the mainstream narrative is failing them. From over-feminized therapy culture to the real roots of depression and anxiety, this is a no-BS roadmap to healing through embodiment, connection, purpose, and faith. Discover why talking about your feelings...

Can true masculinity exist without boundaries? I unpack why boundaries - personal, social, national, and behavioural - may be the core of mature masculinity. From saying no to distractions and addiction, to protecting values, integrity, and one's community, this isn't about toxic control - it's about psychological strength, responsibility, and self-mastery. Discover why boundaries create identity,...

Why are so many men lonely today? It's deeper than social media or dating apps - it's spiritual, cultural, and societal. In this thought-provoking video, Mark explores the hidden causes of male isolation, from the breakdown of traditional communities and brotherhood to the lack of meaningful purpose and rites of passage. Discover how the demonisation of male friendship, the collapse of shared valu...

Masculinity's become a battleground. In this solo episode, I dig into what's really going on with modern men - not from an academic ivory tower, but from years of lived experience, coaching, and travel across 50 countries. I explore why young men are confused, what's behind the collapse of traditional male roles, and how the media, academia, and consumer culture all play a part in making men feel...

Stephen Jenkinson doesn't offer comfort. He offers presence, precision and poetry. In this wide-ranging and unsparing conversation, we explore what it means to live in a time of endings, and why grief isn't something to get over, but something to serve. We speak about the crisis of meaning in modern life, the cost of a death-phobic culture, and how elderhood is a task, not a stage. Stephen challen...

I sat down with Marcus Filly to talk about what happens when training stops being about beating records and starts being about feeling better - mentally, emotionally and physically. We explored how Marcus shifted from elite CrossFit competition to founding Functional Bodybuilding, a method that puts longevity and mental clarity at the centre of fitness. Marcus opened up about burnout, fatherhood a...

I want to run you through what mainstream culture might not be telling you about the hidden spiritual, emotional, and psychological costs of sleeping with multiple women. In a culture that glorifies promiscuity, I've got raw personal experiences and powerful lessons that every man needs to hear. If you're a young man navigating dating, temptation, and purpose - this isn't about shame - it's about...

Richard The Fourth isn't your typical YouTuber. He's a rare voice blending cultural critique, soul-level introspection, and unapologetic truth-telling for a generation of men searching for something real. In this episode, we explore why so many young men feel lost - what's behind the collapse of purpose, the spiritual void in modern life, and how the dominant narrative around masculinity just isn'...