The Men's Mental Health Podcast

What if the strength you've been searching for isn't found in becoming tougher—but in becoming more emotionally honest? In this episode, I sit down with author, speaker, and ultra-endurance athlete JD Tremblay to discuss a deeply personal chapter of his life: overcoming pornography addiction, embracing vulnerability, and discovering that real resilience begins with emotional courage. Drawi...

What if the problem isn’t that men won’t go to therapy—but that therapy hasn’t been built with men in mind? In this episode, I sit down with Matt Englar-Carlson, one of the leading voices in men’s mental health, to unpack a hard truth: the mental health system often misunderstands men—and as a result, fails to meet their needs. We explore why so many men feel disconnected from therapy, where clini...

Why Being Smart Can Hurt Your Mental Health (And What to Do About It) If you’re a highly intelligent man, your mind is probably your greatest strength. But it might also be the thing holding you back. In this episode, Dr. Daniel Bates breaks down the hidden mental health challenges that come with being highly intelligent—from overthinking and rumination to emotional detachment and isolation. You’l...

What is Toxic Masculinity? A Counselor's Perspective Is "toxic masculinity" even a real scientific concept? As a clinical psychologist who has worked with both mandated and voluntary male clients, I break down what the research actually tells us about rigid masculine conformity and its impact on men's mental health and relationships. 🔍 What You'll Learn: The difference betwe...

In the fourth episode of our series on pornography and men's mental health, Dr. Daniel Bates examines the crucial developmental aspects of pornography exposure. Drawing from empirical research, this episode explores how the age of first exposure to pornography—typically occurring during early adolescence—may shape attitudes, behaviors, and expectations over time. The episode examines neurological...

In this thought-provoking episode, Dr. Daniel Bates examines the complex relationship between pornography consumption and intimate relationships. Drawing from extensive empirical research, this episode explores how pornography intersects with one of the most important domains of human experience: intimate connections. The episode delves into fascinating research findings about how pornography use...

Episode 2 explores the controversial question of whether problematic pornography use constitutes an addiction. This episode examines neurological research comparing compulsive pornography consumption with other addictive behaviors, identifies key patterns associated with problematic use, and discusses evidence-based treatment approaches.

An evidence-based exploration of how pornography consumption affects men's psychological wellbeing. Episode 1 examines neurological effects, psychological impacts, and relationship consequences, presenting current research in an accessible format for both professionals and general audiences interested in mental health.