Man Alive

Most men were never taught how to navigate a woman's desires. In fact, many were taught to fear them. In this candid and sometimes provocative conversation, intimacy expert Susan Bratton and I explore what becomes possible when women stop hiding what they want and men stop seeing desire as something they have to control, manage, or perform around. Susan has spent decades helping people create what...

It's becoming clearer and clearer that great sex isn't about performance. So what makes sex great? In this episode of  Practicing Love , I'm joined by sex and relationship coach and author of  Harder, Better, Longer, Stronger , Caitlin V, for a powerful and refreshingly honest conversation about what actually creates satisfying, connected sex. We go beyond the usual tips and techniques and explore...

Most men want to please the women they love. But many don't understand what actually helps a woman open, relax, and experience truly satisfying sex. In this episode, I talk with Certified Sexologist Kevin Anthony, host of the  Love Lab Podcast , about what men often miss about what women need to make sex great for them. For many women, great sex doesn't start in the bedroom. It begins with  safety...

Menopause isn't just a women's issue. It's creates a relationship struggle for both partners. And for many couples, it's the moment things fall apart. In this episode of  Practicing Love , I talk with men's guide Mark J. Platten about why relationships during menopause and midlife feel so challenging, and what men are rarely taught about how to show up. Most men enter relationships with what Mark...

On today's Practicing Love podcast, Shana James is joined by divorce coach and NLP practitioner Rachael Sloan for a powerful conversation about how relationships break down — and how they can be repaired before it's too late. Rachael works primarily with men navigating separation and divorce and is the creator of the Better Beyond Divorce program. Together, Shana and Rachael explore emotional regu...

Most men are never taught the real source of sexual fulfillment — so they chase performance, goals, or fantasy, while feeling disconnected from the deeper intimacy they actually want. Find out how to have the best love and sex of your life!     Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/prigida/burble License code: FTDWN40V3UIZ5PJL

Former pharmacist Josh Rimany joins Shana to explore what real healing looks like for men in midlife — beyond symptom management or quick fixes. Together they unpack how the mind-body-soul connection restores vitality, why the healthcare system often misses the mark, and how men can find wholeness, purpose, and deeper love after 40. A grounded and inspiring look at the "second mountain of life," w...

Loneliness among men has reached crisis levels, but there are ways to change this. If you've been feeling alone, are tired of surface-level conversations, or unsure how to find men who can be real, honest friends, this conversation will give you tangible ways to connect — one walk, one conversation, or one man at a time. In this episode I talk with Jonathan Jacobs, founder of the L.A. chapter of W...

Today's conversation with men's coach Solay Rad is a new look at how power, beyond ego, is much more impactful and fulfilling. We explore how to channel energy into purpose so you can have more of the life you want, and why partnership thrives when it is rooted in meaning and possibility. Solay also shares a new take on prayer that is not focused on religion, and that acts as a technology of inten...

Testosterone levels have dropped 45% in men in the last 20 years! This crisis causes suffering for too many men. Learn from Dr. Tracy Gapin, how to avoid the low testosterone crisis, without fads of guesswork. Find out how to have the best love and sex of your life!     Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/prigida/burble License code: OHMHFXBSHHFV307Z

Trust can break in small ways, or shatter completely. Craig and Michelle Pera, founders of The Mindful Habit , join us to talk about how they help couples navigate trust challenges — from minor breaches to sex and porn addiction. Drawing on their professional experience, and own healing journey, they give you practical tools to rebuild trust, deepen connection, and restore intimacy in your relatio...

Today, host Shana James talks with Daniele Fiandaca about his project Hard as Nails , which explores and how small acts of courage can spark big conversations about vulnerability, empathy, diversity, and mental health. It's a conversation about rethinking strength, and opening new pathways for connection and inclusion, while offering a path out of the stifling Man Box. Find out how to have the bes...

If you think shared values are the key to making a relationship last, think again. Shana James talks with Nick Brancato, author of  Prioritize Us: Unlock Lasting Love with One Simple, Proven Test , about why relationships fall apart despite shared values. We discuss the real keys to lasting love and intimacy. Find out how to have the best love and sex of your life!     Music from #Uppbeat (free fo...

In a world where we spend a lot of time acting independent, or falling into codependence, there is another way. We can learn to evolve to interdependence and focus on Us, rather than only You or Me. On today's episode, Terry Real discusses his new book: Us: Getting Past You and Me to Build a More Loving Relationship. Find out how to have the best love and sex of your life!

Dr. Elliot Justin, a pioneer in men's sexual health, has developed innovative wearable technology to improve erectile function, sexual fitness, and intimacy. Having tracked over 70,000 erections, he's transforming how sexual health supports lasting pleasure and deeper connection as we age. Whether you're a man experiencing fading erections or a partner seeking greater sexual satisfaction and close...

Today's Practicing Love and Man Alive podcast guest, Dr. Fred Rabinowitz, talks about how he navigates independence and connection in his relationship. Find out how to have the best love and sex of your life!     Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/prigida/burble License code: CHROXRSGACRHE8NP

When one partner's attachment style is anxious, and the other's is avoidant, it can be painful for both. But you can learn to consciously communicate and create ways for each person to feel safe and valued. Today's guests talk about how to lovingly collaborate and negotiate, to meet the needs and desires of each partner. If you're not satisfied with your love or sex-life, and could use some insigh...

Love can be a challenge. On this episode of Practicing Love, we delve into why it isn't like fairytales and movies tell us it should be. Don't forget to check out my new Podcast, Practicing Love, and subscribe to it! This will be my final time posting my Practicing Love episodes to Man Alive. 

After divorce or betrayal, many people give up on love. But discovering what love really is, and how to create a loving partnership where you don't lose or betray yourself, is one of the most fulfilling and growthful journeys in life. Ashlynn Allen helps you find the courage to experience what love can be, while  you stay true to yourself.

Practicing love gets easier as you learn tools to communicate and connect consciously. Today's episode is full of wisdom from a man who has worked hard to evolve. Christopher Veal's path from being a Marine Corps officer to the host of the Vulnerable Man podcast has been raw and deep. He is full of wisdom for those who want to create a conscious, loving, fulfilling relationship.  Music from #Uppbe...

In this intro episode of Practicing Love, I introduce the concept of love as a practice, rather than a static feeling, or something to achieve once and for all. I emphasize the importance of exploring love with humility and curiosity, of growing (through both dating and in relationships), and the need for vulnerable honesty if we want to keep relationships alive and satisfying for the long-term. I...

The Man Alive podcast started seven years ago, and has introduced hundreds of experts and their work to men who want to grow and become healthier. Listen to hear where Man Alive is headed, after this 300th episode. If you're not satisfied with your love or sex-life, and could use some insights into what makes women want more of you, tell me more about yourself here and we'll schedule a time to tal...

Men are dying younger and living sicker than others. Having spent twenty years working with men, I believe in men's goodness. I see that while there are men who abuse their power, there are many incredible men who want to do and be good in the world. This episode highlights three leaders in men's work, Dr. Jed Diamond, Ted Bunch and Kenny Mammarella D'Cruz. We look at the state of men and how what...

When a man who has spent 50 years working with men's struggles talks about one of the biggest influences in a man's life -- his relationship with his father -- it's important to listen. If you're not satisfied with your love or sex-life, and could use some insights into what makes women want more of you, tell me more about yourself here and we'll schedule a time to talk: shanajamescoaching.com/con...

Mike Robbins has spent 20 years honing in on the pillars of high performing teams. His worldwide speaking gigs and work with leaders at companies like Google, Wells Fargo, Microsoft, Gap, eBay, Schwab are the basis of his new book We Are All in This Together . If you're not satisfied with your love or sex-life, and could use some insights into what makes women want more of you, tell me more about...