LIVE REAL with John Broady

It's the end of the year, and a natural time for reflection. In this episode, I share five things I've learned about myself these last 12 months. I hope this helps you reflect on your own 2025 and how to make your 2026 fantastic,

Open relationships are common among gay men, but the rules are often unspoken. Let's change that!

It's Thanksgiving, the time of year we focus on our blessings. In the seasons of life, some years that's easier to do than in others. In this episode, John explores the art and science of gratitude as a tool to improve everyday life.

Conflict isn't something to be avoided in a new relationship. In fact, it's inevitable and even healthy. But fighting fair makes all the difference.

Successful dating is about discernment, not demanding. John covers three simple ways to find out if you and the new guy have what it takes to go the distance without having to swim upstream.

Having a physical connection is an essential part of a new relationship, but what are some other ways to connect with that new guy to see if this relationship has real legs?

Finding a great partner starts  before  you ever meet them. The first step is clarifying your life goals and the things you care about most. If you know what you want and what you absolutely won't accept, you make dating much easier and find the right person faster. Learn more in the first of a four-part series.

Learn how changing your mindset can change the world around you.

In this episode, we break down the real reasons gay men fall into the same old dating traps. Check me out at www.liverealcoaching.com !

It’s a big question—and in this episode of  Live Real , coach John Broady breaks it down into eight key areas that shape a life of meaning, connection, and joy. Through powerful coaching questions, John invites you to reflect on your values, work, health, relationships, and more. No pressure to have the answers—just space to start asking better questions.

Coming out often changes how we fit into our families. In this episode of  Live Real , coach John Broady explores what to do when acceptance doesn’t come right away... or at all. With honesty, hope, and a story about a little dog named Flaca, he shares how healing, space, and chosen family can lead to something just as real.

In this episode of  Live Real , coach John Broady shares five practical, research-backed principles for improving your health and fitness—without the drama, shame, or six-pack obsession. Whether you’ve struggled to stick with a plan, compare yourself to others, or feel like your body is never quite good enough, this episode will help you take a new approach: one that’s kinder, more realistic, and...

Life Coach John Broady explores two common traps in dating: changing yourself to be loved, and trying to change your partner to be happy. Drawing from his own experience (and a solid moth-to-porch-light metaphor), John offers insight into how gay men (and anyone else navigating love) can stay true to themselves while dating. If you’ve ever lost your direction in the glow of a new relationship, thi...

In this kickoff episode of Live Real, coach John Broady shares why he started this podcast and what it means to stop performing and start truly living. If you’ve ever felt like a guest in your own life—or like you’re constantly trying to be who others expect—you’re not alone. John gets personal about his own journey and invites you to take the first step toward ownership, authenticity, and buildin...