Men Need Love Too Podcast❤️

In this episode, Kat sits down with T. Charles Brantley, also known as Dr. B, relationship trainer, counselor, author, and speaker, for a powerful conversation about childhood sexual abuse in men and boys and the lifelong impact it can have on identity, relationships, emotional health, and self-worth. Together they unpack the silence and shame many men carry for decades, the emotional and psycholo...

In this episode, Kat sits down with Larry DeMarco, executive manager of the International Council for Men and Boys, to explore the realities of male inequality in today’s society. Together they examine several of the 12 points of inequality identified by the ICMB, unpacking key issues such as parental alienation, father absence, and the negative portrayal of men in media while exploring how these...

In this episode, Kat sits down with Dwayne Morton, former international basketball player, podcaster, author, and creator of SHOWUP2WIN, to explore a life shaped by extraordinary challenge and deep transformation. Dwayne shares his experience surviving an 18-year misdiagnosed blood cancer and navigating a traumatic moment as a bystander of a police shooting, and how he chose to take responsibility...

In this episode, Kat sits down with Joey Chandler, founder of Certain Growth Solutions, to explore the power of identifying and living by your core values. Together, they unpack why he believes three values are enough, how to choose them, and why alignment matters more than simply picking words that sound good. Joey explains how core values are not just a compass, but a reflection of who you are a...

In episode 14, Kat sits down with Miguel Hernandez, a licensed therapist turned coach and creator of Well-Balanced Warrior, to explore the messages boys learn about anger and emotional expression growing up and how those lessons shape them later in life. Together they unpack the ways men are conditioned to suppress, fear, or mismanage anger, and how that conditioning impacts relationships, emotion...

In episode 13, Kat continues the conversation with Sean Carey as they explore what happened after the day everything changed. Sean shares how he faced the aftermath of losing the life he knew and began the process of rebuilding one step at a time. He reflects on the first action that created movement, restored hope, and helped him reconnect with himself. Together, they unpack the two systems he de...

In episode 12, Kat sits down with Sean Carey, leadership speaker, transformational coach, and author of "A Single Dad’s Comeback" , to explore the painful journey that led him into single fatherhood. Sean shares how alcoholism gradually hijacked his family, the red flags he missed or ignored, and the events that led to one of the hardest moments of his life. Together, they unpack the reality of li...

In episode 11, Kat sits down again with Jesse Fraser to explore his journey of becoming what he calls a sovereign island. Following his separation, Jesse shares the reality of being a long-distance parent for 18 months and the emotional weight of being away from his child. He opens up about the hardship, the identity shift, and the process of rediscovering himself during that time. This conversati...

In episode 10, Kat sits down with TS Shikora, a meditation teacher, to explore his journey toward becoming an emotionally intelligent man. Together they unpack the importance of turning inward, learning to sit with discomfort, and building awareness of one’s own emotional world. This conversation highlights how emotional intelligence begins with self-connection and gradually shapes how we show up...

In episode 9, Kat sits down with Jesse Fraser, a blended family coach and Core Vitality Alignment practitioner, to explore the layered dynamics that come with bringing families together. Together they unpack some of the most common challenges blended families face, highlighting three key struggles that often shape the experience for parents and children alike. Jesse shares his personal story of gr...

In episode 8, Kat sits down again with Desmond for an honest and reflective conversation about the dating patterns and habits they are actively working to change. Together they explore how self-awareness, accountability, and open communication play a role in recognizing repeated behaviors and making intentional shifts. They share how they challenge each other in real time, calling out patterns as...

In episode 7, Kat sits down with David Maywald, author of The Relentless War on Masculinity, to explore the experiences and insights that led him to write the book. Together, they unpack the key ideas and turning points that shaped his perspective, along with the most powerful takeaways from the conversation. They discuss why masculinity needs direction rather than suppression, and how cultural na...

In episode 6, Kat continues the conversation with Jake Rettenberger to explore the role relationships play in both our deepest wounds and our greatest healing. Together, they discuss how relationships can become the source of pain or the space where real growth and repair take place, and how each person ultimately decides which path they step into. This conversation looks closely at the in-between...

In epiosode 5, Kat sits down with Jake Rettenberger, and together they explore the experience known as the "Dark night of the soul "and what it truly means to move through a period where everything familiar begins to fall away. This conversation reframes these moments not as destruction, but as profound transformation that breaks us open and reshapes how we see ourselves and the world. Jake shares...

In episode 4, Kat sits down again with Kyle Miller to break down how gaslighting and manipulation actually begin in relationships. Together, they explore both obvious and subtle tactics toxic partners use to distort perception, shift blame, and quietly erode emotional stability. This conversation challenges the idea that manipulation must follow classic narcissistic patterns to be damaging. The im...

In episode 3, Kat sits down with Kyle Miller to unpack the growing confusion around narcissism and online diagnosis culture. Together , they explore the difference between clinical NPD and the way social media labels everyday conflict as narcissistic abuse. This conversation looks at overlapping behavior patterns, why labels can sometimes distract from the real issue, and how focusing on toxic dyn...

In episode 2, Kat sits down with her friend Graeme Bachiu to explore what ethical storytelling really means in today’s digital world. Together, they examine how content can educate and create awareness or quietly turn human pain into entertainment. This conversation challenges both creators and audiences to become more conscious of what they produce, consume, and share online. It is about responsi...

In this very first and special episode, Kat sits down with her long time friend Desmond to reflect on over two decades of friendship shaped by trust, honesty, and shared growth. They share stories, laughter, and the moments that defined their bond, exploring how a strong friendship can raise the bar for what we expect from others and from ourselves. This conversation looks at whether men and women...

Welcome to the Men Need Love Too Podcast. In this trailer, host Kat introduces the heart of the show, the mission behind it, and what you can expect from the conversations and returning guests. New episodes coming soon.