ManTalks Podcast

Connor interview an anonymously guest shares about his tumultuous relationship with his father and how that ties in to the challenges he’s facing now and has faced in his previous relationship. We talk about how he was lacking a role model to show him how to tend to and take care of his own challenges. How moving forward he can set boundaries and take care of his own needs. The episodes covers the...

How do we identify scarcity in our lives and know when it is at work? How do we know that it is at work, actively sabotaging our abundance mindset, and what can we do to stop it? This mini-episode shares a real life example of scarcity at play, how to identify your own scarcity, and how to move through it. Are you looking to find your purpose, navigate transition or fix your relationships, all wit...

Dr. Jeff McNairy, Psy. D., M.P.H. is the Chief Medical Officer at Rythmia Life Advancement Center in Costa Rica. He has worked in the mental health field for over 25 years in Los Angeles, California as well as in Hawaii. Dr. Jeff’s specialties include working with patients who have addictions and trauma, as well as those who suffer from acute psychiatric conditions. Dr. Jeff was the previous Admin...

SAXX Underwear and ManTalks have partnered to Question the Rules: of Men and host a series of (sometimes uncomfortable) conversations about being a man today. No bullsh*t, no filters, #nostatusquo . #questiontherules We asked men to open up about their relationship with porn — the good, the bad and the uncomfortable. Join the conversation, featuring ManTalks founder Connor Beaton; former Penthouse...

What is men’s work? What happens there and why should any man do it? The simple answer is: it helps you face your darkness, demons, and dysfunction so you can unlock your potential. This episode breaks down the benefits of men’s work and why every man should do it Are you looking to find your purpose, navigate transition or fix your relationships, all with a powerful group of men from around the w...

Steven Willis uses his writing background to creatively articulate the intricacies of African American culture. With art heavily influenced by urban life and religion, Steven mixes elements of hip hop and performance with formal teachings of history and anthropology to help express his eclectic personal narrative. Willis began doing spoken word at the age of 15 as a participant of Louder Than A Bo...

This question comes to me almost on a daily basis. Why do men follow female instagram models when they’re in a relationship? I break down the behaviours behind why men do this and give a few tools for men to create more awareness around this. Are you looking to find your purpose, navigate transition or fix your relationships, all with a powerful group of men from around the world? Check out  The A...

SAXX Underwear and ManTalks have partnered to Question the Rules: of Men and host a series of (sometimes uncomfortable) conversations about being a man today. No bullsh*t, no filters, #nostatusquo . First up – we’re talking dating in 2019, from sexting, to apps, ghosting, #metoo and more. Join the conversation, featuring ManTalks founder Connor Beaton; communications coach Mark Groves; DJ, artist...

Ever wondered why your apologies sometimes don't land with the men in your life? Well, here is a simple 4 step process for apologizing to the men in your life and making it land! Are you looking to find your purpose, navigate transition or fix your relationships, all with a powerful group of men from around the world? Check out  The Alliance  and join me today.  Check out our  Facebook Page  or th...

Gerard Powell is a philanthropic entrepreneur, author, and inspirational speaker. He is the founder and CEO of Rythmia Life Advancement Center in Costa Rica, the largest medically licensed facility in the world to offer ayahuasca (indigenous plant medicine). Gerard is an expert businessman, skilled at starting, growing, and selling companies for profit. His path brought him all the financial abund...

Ever apologize to your partner and have it go sideways? Or when you do apologize it doesn't seem to land or get resolved? This is because how men apologize and how women forgive are two different things.  If you’re tired of having the same argument, or want to understand how to effectively resolve conflict with a woman, listen to this episode. Are you looking to find your purpose, navigate transit...

Steven C. Hayes is Nevada Foundation Professor at the Department of Psychology at the University of Nevada. An author of 45 books and over 625 scientific articles. He is the developer of Relational Frame Theory, and has guided its extension to Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) a popular evidence-based form of psychotherapy that is now practiced by tens of thousands of clinicians all around t...

What do we do with the failures in our lives that leave us feeling broken? How do we overcome the mental hurdles we all face and strengthen our mind? This episode will teach you about an ancient Japanese tradition and how it can be used to help you become stronger mentally, emotionally, and physically. Are you looking to find your purpose, navigate transition or fix your relationships, all with a...

This Anonymous Man opens up about his childhood in a abusive home and the challenges of having one marriage end in divorce, and another not far behind. He talks about the patterns which have been playing out in his relationships, and we trace it back to the childhood trauma he experienced. We also talk about integrating and moving through trauma and how we can strengthen our ability to stay ground...

If you want to find a deeper sense of purpose in life, have healthier, more rich relationships, or more meaningful connections, it starts by healing the relationship to your father. Whether he’s estranged, abusive, dead, or alive and kicking, this is an important step to reaching your potential and taking action towards your goals and dreams. Are you looking to find your purpose, navigate transiti...

John Kim is an author and licensed therapist who pioneered the online life coaching movement eight years ago, after going through a divorce and rebirth.  He started a blog called The Angry Therapist and quickly built a devoted following of fans who loved the frank and authentic insights that he freely shared on social media.  He pulled the curtain back and showed himself by practicing transparency...

The recent shootings in El Paso and Dayton have caused a lot of reflection across the nation. After having countless people reaching out to speak on the topic, I dive in to the impact of the actions that were taken a few days ago, what will change (if anything), and how we can make progress on a challenging subject. Are you looking to find your purpose, navigate transition or fix your relationship...

Scott H. Young is a writer who undertakes interesting self-education projects, such as attempting to learn MIT’s four-year computer science curriculum in twelve months and learning four languages in one year. He is the author of Ultralearning: Master Hard Skills, Outsmart the Competition and, Accelerate Your Career. He lives in Vancouver Canada. Ultralearning - https://www.scotthyoung.com/blog/ult...

What stops you from going all in and making your dreams a reality? There can be a number of reasons, but this mini episode breaks down the most common reasons and shares insight from a few brilliant minds on how to live a life built on the foundation of going all in. Are you looking to find your purpose, navigate transition or fix your relationships, all with a powerful group of men from around th...

Sanjay spent 15 years working on human rights campaigns globally. He also ran initiatives for acclaimed artists and philanthropists, which gave him the push he needed to start making films. Sanjay’s first documentary, FOOD CHAINS (2014), was produced by Eva Longoria and Eric Schlosser with narration by Forest Whitaker. The film won numerous awards, was released theatrically in 40 cities by Screen...

Political issues. If you're like most people, you're tired of hearing about them. But here’s the catch, many of the issues we see in the political arena today aren’t about our political opinions, or who we vote for at the voting box, they are about moral problems, beliefs, and what is morally acceptable. In this episode Connor looks at why people have such a hard time differentiating between moral...

In this episode, Connor interviews a former Army veteran who spent time in Afghanistan in the EOD unit (explosive ordnance disposal). His job was to go out into the field and support clearing bomb, potential explosive, and hazards so the rest of the command could travel freely.  This episode digs into a lot. The guest talks about coming back from war with PTSD, the impact it had on his marriage, t...

Ah yes, accountability. The thing we all want to have and loath to see personal development gurus who seem to have. Here’s the deal - accountability is something YOU have to do. Its an essential life skill. You can only outsource, delegate, and offload so much to the people around you… eventually, you will have to be accountable for the things in your life. Some people might pay for other people t...

Paul was born and raised in Atlanta, Georgia and had a  traditional educational experience—went to college, got an Ivy League MBA, then joined the work force with $100k worth of school debt. However, after achieving success in the corporate world (he was one of the first 250 employees of Facebook as VP, West Coast Sales), he finally decided it was time to give in to his true passion. So, he left t...

Why is self-worth so important and how do we actually cultivate more of it? Here’s the deal, self-worth impacts every aspect of your life. It impacts your ability to meet the right woman, land the right job, start the company you've been dreaming of, and your ability make money. In this mini episode, I break down how important self-worth is, the things that block it, and how you can remove the blo...