Man For Real

Licensed Clinical Therapist and practicing monk Jivan Das shares his transformative journey from teenage struggles to becoming a practicing monk and therapist, emphasizing vulnerability, accountability, and authentic connection as keys to personal growth and effective parenting. Find Jivan Here: https://www.jivandas.com/private-session Find Bryce here: https://brassballstenderheart.com/ Father sup...

 In this interview, Jason Lange shares his transformative journey from childhood struggles with connection and touch to becoming a leader in men's work. Discover how community, vulnerability, and intentional practices can heal deep wounds and foster authentic masculinity. Find Jason: https://evolutionary.men/ Find Bryce here: https://brassballstenderheart.com/ Father support: https://www.wholehear...

In this conversation, John Kammer shares his profound journey through grief, addiction, and personal transformation. He discusses the impact of losing close friends and how these experiences led him to create Guardian Angels, a grief support platform that utilizes technology to help individuals process their emotions. The discussion also delves into the societal expectations of masculinity, emphas...

In this conversation, Larry Glover shares his profound journey from a troubled childhood marked by strict religious beliefs to a path of healing and self-discovery. He discusses the impact of early life experiences, the concept of the 'Jehovah wound', and the importance of belonging and connection in mental health. Nature serves as a significant teacher in his life, guiding him towards humility an...

In this conversation, Ty Humphries shares his journey of manhood, exploring the impact of his upbringing, religious background, and personal struggles. He discusses the transformation from a life of suffering and external validation to one of authenticity, emotional health, and connection. Ty emphasizes the importance of ownership, vulnerability, and the pursuit of bliss as he navigates his relati...

In this conversation, Jeff Borkowsky shares his journey from a childhood filled with insecurity to becoming a men's coach and author. He discusses the impact of his upbringing on his relationships, particularly his marriage, and how his divorce served as a catalyst for personal growth. Jeff emphasizes the importance of reflection, understanding the feminine experience, and the need for acknowledgm...

In this conversation, Avi Lipman shares his journey of understanding masculinity, vulnerability, and the importance of emotional awareness. He discusses the challenges men face in reconciling societal expectations with their inner experiences, emphasizing the need for self-discovery and the role of safety in expressing vulnerability. The dialogue explores the impact of cultural narratives on men's...

In this conversation, Ed Frauenheim shares his journey of redefining masculinity, emphasizing the importance of emotional intelligence, vulnerability, and connection in modern manhood. He discusses the challenges of traditional masculinity, the impact of parenting styles, and the need for men to break free from confined roles. The dialogue explores the cultural shifts surrounding masculinity, the...

In this conversation, Michael Gay shares his profound journey into men's work, exploring themes of spirituality, psychology, and the importance of human connection. He reflects on the impact of influential figures like Robert Bly and his experiences in wilderness therapy, emphasizing the need for men to reclaim their fierceness and vulnerability. The discussion highlights the challenges of modern...

The conversation delves into the complexities of masculinity within a patriarchal society, exploring how societal norms shape men's identities and emotional expressions. Todd reflects on the challenges of embracing vulnerability and the journey towards emotional awareness and growth. https://menliving.org/ Find Bryce here: https://brassballstenderheart.com/ Father support: https://www.wholehearted...

In this conversation, Marc Azoulay shares his journey from a troubled youth to becoming a therapist focused on men's mental health. He discusses the challenges he faced growing up, including bullying and low self-esteem, and how these experiences shaped his understanding of masculinity. Marc emphasizes the importance of therapy in his life and how it helped him evolve. He also addresses the curren...

Pieter Van Winkle shares his journey of manhood, exploring the complexities of identity, fulfillment, and personal growth. He reflects on the significance of fatherhood, the challenges of fitting into societal norms, and the transformative power of connecting with the land. The discussion delves into the messiness of relationships and the importance of embracing growth through life's challenges, u...

When we understand the masculine and its role in our lives we can begin to understand how we show up in our relationships in a much better way.  Joanna Shakti offers her life experience about how she has lived in these energies and developed better ways to handle this in her life.  Find Joanna here: https://ecstaticintimacy.com/ Find Bryce here: https://brassballstenderheart.com/ Dad support: http...

Masculinity is something we often think about as deterministic and what we all have to conform to. In this episode I speak with marketer and men’s leader Jonathan Jacob as he explains his journey to creating the masculinity that works for him.  Find Jonathan Here: https://www.jonathanjacobs.com/ Find Bryce here: https://brassballstenderheart.com/ Dad support: https://www.wholehearteddads.com/

Learning how to manage our busy lives while showing up as your best self is challenging. Today I talk with Author, Coach and Entrepreneur Brent Perkins about how to create a greater amount of capacity by slowing down in our lives.  Find Brent Here: https://www.3xbold.com/ Find Bryce here:  https://brassballstenderheart.com/ Parenting Help here:  https://www.wholehearteddads.com/

In our relationships we often can lose the spark in our relationships and get stuck. In this podcast Tim Wade, men's coach and relationship guru talks about his challenges in his marriage and how he was able to do his own work to come to a better place in his life. Find Tim here: https://timwadecoaching.com/ Find Bryce here: https://brassballstenderheart.com/ Parenting Help here: https://www.whole...

In this episode Man For Real host, therapist, coach, father and husband, Bryce Giron Mathern shares his story. The journey of his own work, challenges, and insight that sparked the idea for a podcast. Bryce is called to share his story and many others so that together men can explore manhood, celebrate what it means to be a man, and help to make the world a better place.