He's A Guy Podcast

m What happens when fathers don’t show up? In this episode of He’s a Guy, the cast dives into a raw, honest conversation about deadbeat dads, accountability, generational trauma, and how men carry the weight of father wounds into adulthood. We unpack how absent fathers impact identity, relationships, emotional regulation, and the way men show up as partners, friends, and future fathers. This is no...

What happens when pride, silence, and unspoken expectations start running your friendships? This episode is a raw, honest conversation about male friendships and why so many bonds fade without anyone ever saying why. In this conversation, the guys unpack what healthy male friendships actually look like, how projecting your own values onto friends can quietly damage relationships, and why one-sided...

.. This week on He’s A Guy, we sit down with Tommy Theocharis, professional MMA fighter known as The Greek Warrior, for an honest conversation about discipline, vulnerability, and emotional control. Tommy opens up about growing up in a small town, the sacrifices required to prepare for a fight, and the emotional weight that comes with winning, losing, and being watched. From navigating masculinity...

What happens when you win an argument… but don’t like the version of yourself that shows up? In this holiday special of He’s A Guy , the guys sit down to unpack confidence, ego, and respect, and things quickly turn into real debates. From childhood fears and embarrassing confessions, to the idea of confidence as a bill you have to pay, the conversation moves between laughter and reflection. You’ll...

Why is it so hard for men to form new friendships after the age of 25? In this episode, we explore the quiet reality of men’s loneliness and what it takes to build real community. We sit down with Connor Renter, athlete and founder of Brodie, a men’s basketball league that grew from a side idea in 2019 into a community of 35,000+ athletes, recently featured in Forbes. Connor opens up about discipl...

How often do we really slow down and confront the truth about our goals? In this episode, the guys get honest about where they’re at, from shifting priorities to the realities of mentorship and the importance of real accountability. The hosts break down how goal setting has evolved for them, why finding a mentor outside your circle might be the unlock you need, and what “making it” in Canada actua...

What happens when the dream you’ve chased your whole life no longer feels like it’s yours? In this raw and honest episode, JRDN opens up about the painful transitions that shaped him, from chasing basketball greatness to finding healing and purpose through music. In this sit-down with the He’s a Guy Podcast, JRDN gets real about survival, growth, and the lessons he’s learned from loss, success, an...

In this powerful and vulnerable episode, Dylan Ennis opens up about missing out on the NBA, how fatherhood reshaped his mindset, and why therapy taught him to stop comparing himself to others. From growing up in a basketball family to battling self-doubt, Dylan shares what it really takes to walk your own lane, build confidence, and stay grounded in who you are , even when the world expects you to...

Are men and women really on the same team when it comes to love? In this season finale, we’re diving deep into what it truly takes to build a solid relationship in 2025. From common misconceptions about men and women, to the unspoken truths about modern gender roles, this episode shares raw, personal insights on how to create a partnership that lasts. We sat down LIVE with four powerhouse guests:...

In this He’s a Guy Podcast LIVE season finale, we ask the raw question: Is depression a choice? Joined by CAMH psychiatrist Dr. David Gratzer and therapist Leslie Ann Smith, we unpack what depression really is, the difference between sadness and clinical depression, cultural barriers for Black communities, and what society still gets wrong. Our hosts, Stef, Tychon, Terril, and Theon share personal...

Is entrepreneurship really for everyone, or are we just glorifying the hustle? In this episode of the He’s a Guy podcast, we sit down with entrepreneur Junior Ofori for a raw and unfiltered conversation about what it takes to build something from scratch. From losing over $200,000 in a failed tech project to being stuck in a contract that drained $16,000/month for two years, Junior opens up about...

Think love is just about feelings and chemistry? Think again. In this eye-opening episode of the He’s a Guy podcast, we sit down with relationship strategist Coach Justin to explore why love isn’t luck; it’s strategy. From ego clashes to intimacy overload, we unpack the real reasons relationships break down and what it takes to build one that lasts. We dive deep into: Why love without structure le...

Anger. Trauma. Masculinity. How do you truly heal? This week on He’s a Guy Podcast, we sit down with Ramuel Vilardo, also known as “The Fighting Minister” a 4x Canadian martial arts champion who uses Muay Thai as a tool for emotional healing, spiritual growth, and working with at-risk youth. Ramuel opens up about: 🔥 Battling rage and alcoholism 🥊 Finding identity through martial arts 🧠 Navigati...

Can you be too Pro-Black? What starts as pride can sometimes lead to unspoken tension, and in this episode, we’re unpacking all of it. In this powerful conversation on the He’s a Guy podcast, we’re joined by Coach Stephen , a basketball coach who works with many Black kids, to explore what being pro-Black means in today’s world and whether some of us may be unintentionally weaponizing that identit...

What does dating look like when you’re a guy? From splitting the bill to decoding if she’s even into you, dating isn’t as straightforward as it seems. On this episode of He’s a Guy, the hosts get raw, real, and a little ridiculous about what it really takes to date in 2025. From awkward first impressions to the debate over who should pay, this is the conversation most men are having behind closed...

Ever feel like you're being reduced to just your looks or your body? This is the conversation men aren't having enough: the hypersexualization of men. Join the He's a Guy podcast crew as they dive deep into how media, societal expectations, and even our own conversations contribute to a culture where men are often objectified and their worth tied to physical attributes. We unpack: Introduction: Br...

Men in Hypotheticals 2 — A Billion Dollars or Your Best Friend? Wife or Child? Live Forever? This week on the He’s A Guy Podcast, the guys return with Part 2 of Men in Hypotheticals — and the scenarios get even wilder . Real talk. Tough choices. Zero filters. 💰 Would you take $1 BILLION if it meant cutting off your closest friend? 💔 If you could only save one — your wife or your child — what wou...

Single Mom. Cannabis Educator. Cycle Breaker. Khadisha Thornhill gets REAL about all of it in this powerful podcast episode. Forget the filters, we're diving deep into the unfiltered experiences of a Black single mother navigating life, the surprising role of weed in her self-care routine, and the hard work of understanding and breaking free from generational patterns. If you've ever felt the weig...

When Andrew Bond came home, he wasn’t just rebuilding his life—he was rewriting the narrative. In this episode, we sit down with the founder of BLESSE and creator of Project F-Word to talk about what it really takes to start over after incarceration. 💬 We get into: Post-prison fatherhood Healing generational trauma Why “you can’t heal in the same environment that broke you” Creating value vs chas...

This isn’t the episode we planned—but it might be the one we needed. This week, the guys sit down with two powerful voices in media and music: 🎙️ Imani Walker – journalist, media entrepreneur, and founder of Future People Media 🎶 Staasia – R&B artist, creator, and host of “Thoughts of the Week” In this follow-up reflection episode, the guys unpack the real-time tension of Part 1 and take a ha...

In this episode of He’s a Guy Podcast, hosts Tychon, Theon, Terril, and Stef are joined by Matthew R. Morris—speaker, author, and advocate—for a powerful conversation on what it really means to be successful as a Black man today. From code-switching in the workplace to healing generational trauma and redefining masculinity, this episode goes deep. Whether you're navigating identity, wrestling with...

What happens when a question goes too far? In this episode of He’s a Guy Podcast, we sit down with Coach Carey, a top life coach and speaker, to break down the fine line between curiosity and overstepping boundaries—whether in relationships, social settings, or navigating unconscious bias. From self-acceptance and authenticity to the power of honest communication, this conversation is packed with...

This week, Stef, Theon, Tychon, and Terril are joined by David Tyndale —former hooper, coach, and host of The Process Podcast. David takes us beyond the game, sharing real talk about what happens when the final buzzer sounds and the ball stops bouncing. We get into: 🏀 Coaching his nephew—and NBA star Dillon Brooks 🧠 The mental battles of athletes post-career 🔥 Finding purpose when the game is o...

What do you do when fear knocks on your door? Do you freeze, run, or stand your ground? In this raw and unfiltered conversation, Canada’s Queen of R&B, Jully Black, shares the real cost of facing fear, the power of standing in your truth, and why most people crumble under pressure. She gets real about resilience, transformation, and what it truly means to show up for yourself—even when the wor...

In this episode, we sit down with Shaq Hall (@ShaqHall) to talk about money, investing, and why financial literacy is still missing from so many conversations. We dive into: ✅ How to build wealth—slow grind vs. big risks ✅ The disappearing middle class & what it means for your future ✅ Why most of us never had “money talks” growing up ✅ How to have financial conversations with friends ✅ T...