Mind Over Masculinity

In this powerful episode of Mind Over Masculinity, host Sana sits down with Richard Walsh—Marine, champion boxer, black belt, best-selling author, and coach—to explore what masculinity means in today’s world. From losing everything during the 2008 financial collapse while raising six young children, to rebuilding life with faith, discipline, and resilience, Richard shares how true masculinity goes...

Fear and self-doubt don’t disappear on their own. In this straight-talk episode of Mind Over Masculinity, men’s strength coach Sean McManus breaks down a practical path out of burnout: anchor in faith, train the body, and take consistent action. We cover how conviction fuels discipline when motivation fades, why physical capability is a leadership responsibility at home, and how to rebuild confide...

Curiosity isn’t a soft skill—it’s operational. In this Mind Over Masculinity episode, innovation leader and author Joe Lalley breaks down how asking thoughtful questions accelerates decisions, reduces rework, and rebuilds trust on teams. We cover practical ways to make curiosity safe in meetings, why smaller teams often out-learn bigger orgs, and how rapid prototyping turns questions into results....

On Mind Over Masculinity, host Avik digs into what it actually takes to lead in spaces coded as “male-dominated.” Stephanie Sylvestre—technologist, entrepreneur, and human-potential advocate—breaks down how self-agency, clear boundaries, and language choices shift power without turning every moment into a fight. She distinguishes resilience from tenacity, shows how to build visibility without gran...

In this episode of Mind Over Masculinity, host Avik Chakraborty sits down with executive coach and 3x founder Andrew Poles to unpack one of the hardest transitions in business and life—shifting from operator to CEO. Many men are taught to prove their worth by doing it all themselves, but true leadership demands trust, influence, and the ability to empower others. Andrew shares what it takes to let...

In this episode of Mind Over Masculinity, host Avik Chakraborty sits down with Richard Tierney to unpack men’s hidden battles with trauma, shame, and mental health. Richard shares his groundbreaking 12-step program, Trauma Recovery Anonymous, created to help individuals free themselves from past trauma memories and break the cycle of hopelessness and self-sabotage. Together, they explore why men o...

What does it take to stay deeply human while building systems that can scale? In this Mind Over Masculinity episode, host Avik Chakraborty and leadership coach and fractional executive Andrew Brummer break down the tension between heart-led leadership and operational rigour. Andrew shares how reinvention at 53 sharpened his philosophy: people first, systems next, results always. We cover mindset d...

On Mind Over Masculinity, host Avik sits down with entrepreneur-mentor John Fairclough to dissect how men can drop approval-seeking, dismantle perfectionism, and lead from identity—not image. John frames “Authentic-Ship” as a practical path: clarify your definition of a good man, align decisions to it, build range (softness and strength), and let resilience—not validation—set your course. You’ll h...

In this direct conversation on Mind Over Masculinity, host Avik cuts through performative toughness to ask a harder question: how do men lead when the ground keeps shifting? Leadership author and executive coach Dr. Andy Neillie breaks down his practice of “confident uncertainty”—making the best decision you can today, then iterating tomorrow. We cover transparency without performative vulnerabili...

After a collision—on the road or in life—most men are taught to “tough it out.” In this Mind Over Masculinity episode, Avik Chakraborty talks with Dr. Braxton Nguyen, DC—chiropractor and clinic owner at Access Health Centers (Portland & Beaverton)—about recovering after car accidents and other traumatic hits. We unpack whiplash and nervous-system impacts, the mental load (fear, anxiety, PTSD-l...

In this episode of Mind Over Masculinity, host Avik Chakraborty sits down with David McKee, founder of Another Angle Consulting, to explore how men can break free from outdated ideals of strength, silence, and suppression. David shares his journey shaped by his father’s struggles with mental health, the wake-up call of family stress, and his mission to make mindset science practical for everyday l...

Success on paper means little if your mind is unraveling. In this Mind Over Masculinity episode, property strategist and Men’s Prosperity Club founder Ronaldo Hare breaks down how men can balance ambition with inner stability. We dig into building safe spaces for men, why vulnerability is strength, how finances impact mental health, and practical tools that turn “talk” into results. Expect a clear...

What makes a man feel clear-minded, grounded, and strong isn’t just grit—it’s alignment. On Mind Over Masculinity, host Avik digs into brain–body mechanics with Dr. Dean Howell, naturopathic doctor and developer of NeuroCranial Restructuring (NCR), joined by Rebecca. We explore how skull and spinal structure influence cerebrospinal fluid flow, hormones, focus, mood, pain, posture, athletic efficie...

On Mind Over Masculinity, host Avik Chakraborty sits down with Dusty Holcomb—former CEO, five-time Ironman, and founder of The Arqcus Group—to break down why self-leadership is the foundation of every result you want at work and at home. Dusty lays out a no-fluff playbook: daily discipline, three must-do priorities, and honest reflection that compounds into real influence. They unpack early signal...

In this episode of Mind Over Masculinity, host Sana sits down with Tommy Kilpatrick for a raw and layered conversation on men’s mental health, societal expectations, and what it means to be a man in today’s shifting culture. Tommy shares his lived experience of divorce, homelessness by choice, faith, and rebuilding life in the Philippines. From navigating credit card lawsuits to confronting system...

In this episode of Mind Over Masculinity, Avik Chakraborty sits down with Clayton Moffat—former Navy Weapons Technician turned elite behavioral coach and author of The Trust Trap. Together, they dismantle the myths around trust, masculinity, and success. Clayton explains why self-trust is the foundation for every good decision a man makes, how betrayal often starts within, and why outsourcing your...

 In this raw and deeply honest episode of Mind Over Masculinity, host Avik Chakraborty sits down with John Taylor McEntire—founder of Mutual Prosperity, creator of the SYNC Method, and co-author of The Keys to Authenticity with Jack Canfield. John shares his journey from surviving childhood sexual abuse and parental conditioning to becoming a leader who embodies authenticity, empathy, and strength...

 In this thought-provoking episode of Mind Over Masculinity, host Avik Chakraborty sits down with Jerry Henderson—Master Certified Coach, author, speaker, and host of Permission to Love—to unpack the hidden cost of high achievement for men. Together, they explore why so many tie their self-worth to performance, how shame becomes a silent driver of burnout, and why self-compassion is the missing li...

In this deeply relevant episode of Mind Over Masculinity, host Avik Chakraborty is joined by Judd Shaw—award-winning author, lawyer, CEO, and father of four—for a compelling exploration of what it means to be a man today. Together, they unpack the outdated definitions of masculinity and offer a modern framework rooted in emotional intelligence, vulnerability, and authentic leadership. Judd shares...

In this deeply insightful episode of Mind Over Masculinity, host Sana sits down with Merlin Marquard to explore an unconventional yet increasingly supported approach to healing cancer — one that addresses both the biological and psychological dimensions. After his father's cancer diagnosis, Merlin took a radical path — diving into cancer literature, cell biology, and alternative healing methods —...

In this thought-provoking episode of Mind Over Masculinity, host Avik Chakraborty sits down with Stephanie Hayes, to challenge the hustle-fueled mindset many entrepreneurs—especially men—cling to. Together, they unpack the hidden mental toll of equating self-worth with productivity and explore how business owners can build companies that serve them, not enslave them. Stephanie shares her insights...

In this powerful episode of Mind Over Masculinity, host Avik Chakraborty sits down with Roman L. Binder—entrepreneur, masculine mindset mentor, and digital nomad—to unpack what happens when a man loses everything and chooses to rebuild from within. Roman shares his raw, unfiltered story of building a multimillion-dollar business, losing it during the pandemic, and rediscovering purpose beyond stat...

In this gripping episode of Mind Over Masculinity, host Avik sits down with Rob Rene — a former elite athlete turned frequency medicine specialist, faith-fueled entrepreneur, and host of I Am Pain-Free. Rob shares his powerful journey from near-death after a tragic accident, through corporate success and addiction, to his awakening during the pandemic that changed everything. This is a story of lo...

In this emotionally powerful episode of Mind Over Masculinity, host Avik sits down with Noah May—storyteller, Auburn University journalism graduate, and host of Lethal Venom podcast—for a raw and honest conversation about depression, anxiety, suicide ideation, and the deep-rooted stigma men face around mental health. Noah opens up about his battles starting at age 13, growing up in rural Alabama w...

What’s holding you back from doing what matters? In this powerful episode of Mind Over Masculinity, we explore how distraction and procrastination sabotage men’s mental clarity and fulfillment. Host Avik Chakraborty sits down with certified executive coach and former Hollywood executive Michael Viane to discuss how to break the cycle of reactive living and step into intentional action. From buildi...