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What happens when kids stop feeling safe enough to talk to their parents? In this powerful episode of the Man Space Podcast, Russ and Big Less sit down with family psychologist David Marcus to unpack the real impact of emotional communication, parenting styles, and family stress on children. With over 40 years of experience working with families, David breaks down why many parents unknowingly repe...

What if the simplest tool to handle stress has been with you all along, your breath? In this episode of The Man Space Podcast, Russ sits down with international instructor Shalin Desai to unpack how intentional breathing can transform anxiety, focus, and overall well-being. Drawing from over 20 years of experience with the Art of Living Foundation, Shalin explains the powerful link between breath...

Can erections predict heart health? Discover the science behind erectile fitness, smart sex tech, and men’s wellness innovation. This episode dives into one of the most unexpected intersections in modern health tech, sexual wellness, cardiovascular health, and wearable technology. The conversation explores how nocturnal erections may serve as an early warning system for heart disease, performance...

What if the “healthy” foods you trust are quietly working against you? In this eye-opening conversation, Russ sits down with Dr. Garrett Smith, known as the Nutrition Detective, to challenge everything you’ve been told about vitamins, detox, and men’s health. This episode dives deep into the controversial idea of vitamin A toxicity, the concept of “toxic bile,” and how hidden dietary factors may b...

What if some of the “healthy” foods and supplements you trust are quietly working against your testosterone? In this candid, no-guest-needed episode, Russ and Marcus keep it real, unpacking the confusing world of men’s health, hormones, and nutrition. From low-nickel diets and vitamin A overload to zinc, nitric oxide, and the truth about supplements, this conversation dives into the messy middle w...

What does it really look like to navigate autism as a family when it becomes part of your everyday life? In this heartfelt conversation, Paul Voss opens up about his journey, sharing the realities, uncertainties, and strength it takes to move forward with intention and hope. This episode dives into the importance of trusting professionals while still seeking multiple perspectives, advocating for y...

What happens when you stop chasing success and start chasing purpose? In this powerful episode of The Man Space Podcast, Russ and guest host Marcus A. Wright sit down with battle-tested leadership coach Coach Ellis for a raw, unfiltered conversation about identity, faith, and what it really means to live in alignment. Drawing from decades of coaching military leaders, executives, and faith-driven...

What happens when raw creativity meets limited resources, and still delivers something unforgettable? In this episode of The Man Space Podcast, we sit down with rising storyteller Jalen, a 22-year-old novelist, screenwriter, and producer, to unpack the making of the upcoming indie thriller Lurking. Jalen takes us behind the scenes of indie filmmaking, from self-funding challenges to the intricate...

What if the biggest problem in your relationship isn’t the conflict, but how you handle it? In this powerful conversation, relationship coach Nancy Picard breaks down why couples get stuck in destructive cycles and how they can actually heal, even when things feel beyond repair. Drawing from Relational Life Therapy, Nancy shares practical tools for improving communication, rebuilding trust after i...

Struggling with low libido, performance issues, or just wondering what’s actually normal when it comes to sexual health? This episode gets real, fast. Special guest Dr. Stephanie Zwonitzer breaks down the science, myths, and everyday realities of sexual wellness in a way that’s refreshingly honest and surprisingly practical. From erectile dysfunction and testosterone levels to pelvic floor health...

What if the key to stronger relationships, deeper confidence, and real fulfillment isn’t more logic, but learning to lead from the heart? In this powerful and deeply personal conversation, Mike Elliott shares how hitting rock bottom became the catalyst for a complete life transformation. This episode dives into the journey of modern masculinity, emotional intelligence, and healing unresolved traum...

What if your stress isn’t just something you feel, but something quietly making your decisions for you? In this powerful conversation, Russ sits down with clinical psychologist Dr. Gregory T. Obert to unpack how stress shapes your thoughts, behaviors, and daily life, often without you even realizing it. Drawing from years of trauma care and mental performance work, Dr. Obert breaks down the scienc...

In this episode of the Man Space Podcast, Russ interviews Dr. Gloria Vanderhorst about the emotional lives of men. They discuss how boys are conditioned to suppress their emotions, how that impacts relationships and mental health, and what men can do to reconnect with their full emotional range. A powerful conversation on growth, communication, and breaking lifelong patterns.

In Episode 310 of the Man Space Podcast, Russ and Less talk with Dr. Tommy Rhee about the future of regenerative medicine. From non-invasive healing to athlete recovery and chronic pain, this episode breaks down how new science is changing the way we heal and perform.   Check out our guest at https://rheegen.com   #ManSpacePodcast #RegenerativeMedicine #Health #Recovery #MensHealth

In this episode of the Man Space Podcast, host Russ sits down with Gabor Kadas, founder and CEO of Friending Inc., for a candid and thought-provoking conversation about one of today’s most overlooked issues, loneliness in a hyper-connected world. Framed as part of the “Russ and Company” series, the episode explores a simple but powerful question, why is it so hard to make new friends as adults. Ga...

In this episode, the guys share their honest opinions about questions from the Man Space Nation. Before that Russ has another Food Alert. What is he trying this time?    Join in the Fun     themanspacepodcast.com

In this episode of the Man Space Podcast, Russ talks with attorney, CPA, life coach, and author Stanley F. Bronstein about transformation, mindset, and living a life of excellence. Stanley shares his remarkable journey of losing over 220 pounds and keeping it off for nearly 17 years. As the creator of The Way of Excellence and founder of the Million Pound Weight Loss Challenge, he explains how wil...

In this episode of the Man Space Podcast, Russ sits down with author and entrepreneur Daryl Dittmer to talk about addiction recovery, personal transformation, and the power of showing up in life. After hitting rock bottom at 19 years old, Daryl entered recovery and has now spent over four decades sober, building successful businesses and helping others change their lives. We discuss the message be...

In this episode of Russ and Company, Russ sits down with James D. Paulk Jr., a **United States Naval Academy graduate, former submarine officer, and author of Shaking Up the World. Jim shares incredible real-life stories from his classmates — including astronauts from Apollo 16, encounters with NFL legend Walter Payton, and powerful WWII survival stories connected to the Bataan Death March. It’s a...

On this episode of the Man Space Podcast, Russ sits down with entrepreneur, actor, and marketing strategist Kyle Merrick, creator of Anarchy for a Day. Kyle shares insights from nearly a decade in marketing and discusses how entrepreneurs can stand out by thinking differently and creating their own “blue ocean” opportunities. The conversation covers Kyle’s journey from running a marketing agency t...

This week on the Man Space Podcast, Russ and Less sit down with attorney, CEO, and thriller author Brad Elder to talk about reinvention, fatherhood, leadership, and the vulnerability of creative expression. Brad shares how a high-stakes lawsuit during COVID led him to rediscover creativity — first through painting, then through writing his debut novel, Recoil of Justice. The conversation dives dee...

In this episode, the OG duo is back — no guests, just authentic dialogue and brotherhood. From hilarious food experiments like grape jelly in grits (yes, really) and dill pickle lemonade debates to deeper conversations about aging, marriage, masculinity, and emotional peace — this episode blends humor with powerful life insight. The heart of this episode centers on one powerful theme: peace over c...

Episode 301 of the Man Space Podcast — Less is away, so Russ holds it down with special guest Peter Gunn. They dive into leadership, mindset, masculinity, music, and stepping up when it counts. Real talk. Real growth. Real impact. If you’re ready to level up as a man, this one’s for you.   Check out my Peter's website Peter Gunn - Poet | Author | Speaker

Episode 300 is a big one, and we’re marking it with a powerful, honest, and deeply human conversation. Russ and Less sit down with John DeDakis, journalist, author, public speaker, and former copy editor on CNN, for a thoughtful discussion on how writing can become a lifeline in times of grief. John opens up about using the written word to process loss, find clarity, and ultimately move forward wi...

Two-time Emmy Award–winning journalist and producer Kyle Ridley joins Russ and Less on The Man Space Podcast for a real, funny, and powerful conversation about media, masculinity, and mental health. Kyle shares his journey through TV news, celebrity interviews, launching his own podcast, and opening up about his past battle with bulimia—challenging the stigma around men, body image, and vulnerabil...