Men Talking Mindfulness: Mental, Physical, & Emotional Fitness to Elevate Performance and Resilience for Leaders and Teams Under Pressure!

What if the most game-changing shift in your life is a three-letter word you’ve been afraid to use? In this episode of Men Talking Mindfulness , hosts Will Schneider and Jon Macaskill sit down with Jim Alling —former President of Starbucks, COO of T-Mobile USA, and CEO of TOMS—to explore how the simple word yes , paired with gritty gratitude and servant leadership, can transform the way men lead,...

If you’ve been dealing with constant dizziness and brain fog and you can’t figure out why you feel off, spacey, or not fully in your body, this episode is for you. Dizziness and brain fog are not just random symptoms or signs of aging – they’re often your brain’s way of screaming that your balance system is overloaded and undertrained. Constant dizziness and brain fog can also quietly wreck your f...

This episode is a deep dive into why having fun is not optional for men’s mental health—it is the silver bullet that so many guys are missing. From the outside, men are told to grind harder, stay stoic, and carry everything alone, but inside, loneliness, stress, and emotional exhaustion are quietly stacking up.  Having fun becomes a radical act of rebellion against isolation, shame, and emotional...

If you’ve ever laid in bed wired, exhausted, and dreading tomorrow’s alarm, this episode is your playbook on how to improve sleep quality as a man who actually has things to do. In this no‑BS conversation, we dig into how to improve sleep quality so you can boost recovery, calm your mind, and stop feeling like you’re running on fumes. You’ll hear how to improve sleep quality using simple, repeatab...

Welcome to George’s Self-Discovery Journey —a raw, real conversation inspired by the acclaimed movie, The Subtle Art of Losing Yourself . In this episode, George blazes a trail through the wild Scottish Highlands, bringing to life the core themes of his transformational film. If you’re ready for something beyond the usual self-help chatter, this self-discovery Journey plunges you into discomfort a...

Step into the next frontier in healing as we unravel the transformative world of ibogaine therapy in this groundbreaking conversation with Jonathan Dickinson of AMBIO Life Sciences.  Ibogaine therapy isn’t just another trend—it’s a revolution for people who are ready to conquer TBI, PTSD, depression, anxiety and addiction. From the battlefield to the homefront, veterans and special operators are d...

Meditation changed everything for Chris Lee. From Green Beret to father and high-performance coach, meditation wasn’t just a tool—it was a lifeline that helped Chris thrive on the battlefield and at home.  In this episode, you’ll discover how meditation gave Chris an edge when pressure mounted, and how meditation helped him become a better leader, a more connected dad, and a genuinely fulfilled hu...

Self-doubt. It’s loud, it’s sneaky, and it’s the voice in your head that tells you you’re not enough - even when you’re crushing it. In this episode, we dive deep into self-doubt, unpacking how it grips men and secretly drives our choices, our relationships, and the stories we tell ourselves. If you've ever found yourself second-guessing your instincts, replaying that conversation (again), or hold...

Most men fear what they don’t understand - and nothing confuses or frustrates them more than the hormonal changes women experience in midlife. Jon and Will sit down with renowned women’s health expert Dr. Lisa Larkin to decode the menopause transition and reveal how understanding it can transform relationships, health, and communication. From navigating mood shifts and libido changes to recognizin...

In this deeply personal piece, Jon shares something raw and different ... a song born straight from his journaling practice. After years of living by duty, discipline, and performance, Jon found himself realizing he’d lost touch with the part of him that once felt fully alive. That reflection became a song called “Called Home to Yourself.” Through honest storytelling and emotional depth, Jon opens...

In this episode with Karen Salmansohn, discover how thinking about death can be your greatest inspiration for living a purposeful, to-die-for life. “Your To-Die-For Life” flips the script on death, showing how embracing mortality turns every day into an urgent call to action—ditch regrets, seize your bucket list, and put meaning first. Death isn’t just an end; it’s a catalyst for bold choices, aut...

Connor Beaton, founder of ManTalks, joins MTM. He in a transformative conversation about shadow work and its profound impact on personal choices and mental well-being. Throughout the discussion, Connor delves deep into the concept of the "shadow self," exploring how acknowledging and integrating the hidden, often suppressed aspects of our personalities leads to greater self-awareness and genuine c...

Men Talking Mindfulness aims to empower men's personal and emotional growth through mindfulness. We offer engaging content and practical tools in a supportive community, guiding men toward a balanced, mindful, and fulfilling life. This is an episode Jon recorded with Chris Lazier and Shaun Emerson from the If You've Come This Far podcast... lots of fun stuff to know about Jon - a lot that we never...

From the depths of addiction to the frontlines of redemption, Ben Owen’s story is a testament to the power of transformation. In this episode, Jon and Will sit down with Ben, the founder of We Fight Monsters , to uncover how he turned personal pain with addiction into purpose, leading a movement that combats addiction, human trafficking, and broken systems from the streets of Memphis to beyond. Be...

What happens when young men struggle to find their place in a rapidly changing world? Joseph Fuller joins hosts Jon and Will to explore the challenges facing young men today - from the decline of traditional male jobs, and the stigma around trades, to the crucial role of mentorship, education, and social skills in shaping identity and opportunity. This is adding to the escalating mental health cri...

So what happened here? So close to the finish line, Jon tells us why he decided to drop out of the Physique Competition and end this grueling fitness Journey. Learn what MTM is all about at: mentalkinmindfulness.com Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

What if the biggest threat to your leadership isn’t lack of skill or ambition, but the silent weight of too many choices? Jon and Will unpack the hidden toll of decision fatigue - the mental exhaustion that can cloud judgment, lower productivity, and derail even the most capable leaders. They explore how nutrition, boundaries, and mindfulness can restore mental clarity, why making decisions when e...

Most people go through life without ever being truly initiated. In this raw and revealing conversation, Will and Jon are joined by rites of passage guide Darren Silver to unpack why transformation requires more than just time — it requires challenge, community, and a deep connection to nature. They explore the wounding at the heart of real initiation, the loss of cultural rituals, and how fathers,...

What if leadership meant putting people before profit? In this inspiring episode, Howard Behar, former president of Starbucks, shares how servant leadership and putting people over profits shaped the company's culture. He discusses how a people-first leadership philosophy leads to authentic connection, trust, and accountability in the workplace. Behar reveals that putting people over profits empow...

What if the thing you turn to for relief is actually rewiring your brain against you? In this powerful episode, Dr. Trish Leigh exposes the hidden neurological effects of pornography - how it hijacks your dopamine system, fuels addiction, and quietly erodes motivation, mental health, and relationships. We dive deep into the evolutionary roots of sexuality, the influence of technology on behavior,...

I loved this episode with Dave Smith, and so will you! Dig into the full podcast here: https://pod.fo/e/2bd385 More about Dave and his work ➡️ https://www.davesmithdharma.com/ All things MTM here: https://mentalkingmindfulness.com/ Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

What does it truly mean to live as a “peaceful warrior” in today’s chaotic world? If you are looking for a path to personal growth, then you are in the right place Will and Jon sit down with Dan Millman, author of Way of the Peaceful Warrior , to explore mindfulness, self-discovery, and the deeper lessons of personal growth. Dan shares how life’s challenges act as spiritual weight training, why br...

Trigger WARNING! This snippet might piss some people off. If it does reach out to Sashe directly on IG https://www.instagram.com/mind_heart_method/ Here is the link to the Full Episode : https://pod.fo/e/2c4119 Learn more all things MTM at https://mentalkingmindfulness.com/ Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

Olympic champion. Icon. And then… nothing. Reinventing yourself, what does it take? Apolo Ohno knows. He spent his entire life training for one thing - winning gold. He became the most decorated Winter Olympian in U.S. history, chasing perfection at all costs. But when the spotlight faded and the podium disappeared, he faced a battle far tougher than any race: Who was he without the sport? In this...

It's amazing what we can do, who we can become, and what can show up when we slow down and work from the inside out. Here is Dr. James Doty, a neurosurgeon and author of "Mind Magic": The Neuroscience of Manifestation and How It Changes Everything, teaching us what manifestation is all about. Listen to our full episode with Dr Doty on MTM here : https://pod.fo/e/257f21 If you would like to learn h...