The Rising Man Podcast

We've got special Monday Morning Meditation for you fellas today, as Jeddy delivers a message straight from the heart. Sometimes the most healing medicines are also the most bitter. While not always fun, there is light at the end of the tunnel, so stay in the game. The Brothers have your back. If this message hits home for you, and you aren't REGULARLY & INTENTIONALLY meeting with a group of men,...

"Press forward. Do not stop, do not linger in your journey, but strive for the mark set before you." – George Whitefield.    There will be highs, lows, and everything between on this adventure. Our guest today, Lino Hola, reminds us to treat ourselves with compassion on this epic journey we call life. Going to the dark places is a part of the masculine journey, so don't despair, as nothing lasts f...

Creating an honor code and system of values is a pivotal step in becoming a man. Sharing a collective code has the potential for an even greater impact. Jeddy has spent hundreds of hours diving into warrior codes and in this conversation with other men. He distilled that wisdom into the code that you are about to listen to. This is one you don't want to miss - as these simple, powerful principles...

Fresh off co-leading the HAKA event on Muscle Beach earlier this month, our Maori brother from New Zealand, Jamie Schuster, is on the show to impart his wisdom on healing, belonging, and getting support. Only when we are truly behind a mission greater than ourselves will we be prosperous and abundant. When we belong, we tend to act in the best interest of the group. This is a much healthier way of...

The reasonable decision in any given situation is often the easy and popular one. But, is the reasonable and common sense approach the most empowering? Do you want what everyone else has? Listen in and learn how to smack discomfort in the face by bringing an unreasonable attitude to the table.    Show Notes:   Life is one big ball of discomfort, so we might as well face it now Being unreasonable g...

Show Notes:   Courage Embodied - Showing up vulnerably and sharing our truth Why we develop a layer of armor around our hearts If you are not able to allow yourself to be perceived as weak, then you will never be strong. The subtle difference between experiencing depression and BEING depressed  Repressing sadness will lead to greater pain later on. Which one will you choose - the need to be right...

Failure receives heaps of negativity, especially in the personal growth field. But, when we flip the equation around, we see that failure is how we learn. How many times have we been so afraid of failing, that we never even try? Listen in and learn to embrace the teachings of failure.  We just wrapped up our Haka event and it's more clear than ever that ending male suicide and promoting full mascu...

Soma Miller graces us with his presence, along with his expertise in men's work and integrated conscious leadership. His devotion to serving boys and men is admirable, and his insights are from highly relevant personal experiences. Soma artfully explains many of the major issues men are facing today, and offers solutions. We talk about navigating between feminine & masculine energies, the adolesce...

Masculinity is in a time of great change, and the topic is generating millions of opinions. How many of those million are talking about rites of passage, the importance of expression, and men's groups? Hauntingly few. While that sounds negative, there is a huge opportunity.  Our ancient, battle tested methods are effective, yet largely unknown. There is ample chance to take action on behalf of a n...

Empowering choices are not easy to make. But, with intention, dedication, and the support of a loving community, it is possible to completely transform your life. Marc-John Brown is on the RMP to share his essential tips on manhood and happiness  - we talk ceremony, martial arts, shamanism, facing fears, and the Amazon rainforest. He encourages us to drop the old story, and reminds us that we have...

Are you having a hard time finding motivation to meet life head on? Are you constantly saying that you don't have enough money for the thing you desire? We've found that these two issues  are extremely common in men, and today we thoroughly cover why these disempowering patterns arise, and what to do about them. Make the most of this life, and LIVE ON THE EDGE.    Show Notes:   Life or Death situa...

Addiction, suicide, and loneliness run rampant in our society. Whether you are currently living in serious pain and suffering, or want to help those in need, this episode is for you. Ben Goresky is an expert in both addiction and men's work, making this episode invaluable for finding practical solutions to these massive problems. Listen in, as this one covers a lot of ground, including why having...

"One often meets his destiny in the road he takes to avoid it". There is no hiding from your destiny, and you are always where you need to be. True North is a bright light for you to tap into anytime, and this episode will help remind you why. Once we become familiar and confident with our True North, it gets easier and easier to follow.    Show Notes:   Life isn't about plans, it's about learning...

Honoring the cultures and ways of indigenous cultures is no mere talking point. It offers solutions to the troubles of the world by reminding us of our intimate connection to LIFE and EACH OTHER. As a founding father of the Conscious Man Brotherhood, Sesole has proven his dedication to the sacred ways and is a key member of this men's movement. We talk about leadership, ceremonial cacao, cultural...

As we walk our path, there will be mis-steps and alterations along the way. Even the most solid vision is not a fixed, final solution. Life wants us to be present, and a constantly changing world offers us the perfect practice field. By embodying patience, love, and gratitude, we honor all of mankind, including past, present, and future.   Show Notes:   Your vision is not a straight line to your d...

Our guest today is the brilliant Troy Casey, also known as the Certified Health Nut. He takes us on a complete journey - from identifying the debt slave system for what it is, to detailing free ways to radically raise our vibrations. We are all co-creators of this world, and Troy gifts us with his rallying cry to be the change we wish to see in the world. It all starts with getting clean and healt...

"Love the World as your own Self, then you can truly care for all things" That is the simplest way to describe my learnings from the annual Sun Dance ceremony. I remembered the power in knowing that the ceremony begins anew with every waking moment. This time outside of society is highly cherished, as once we are free, we naturally reconnect with our vision.   Show Notes:   The value of taking tim...

Ricardo Sierra has been a major force over the last 30 years in crafting nature connection journeys. He brings his experiences to the table and offers us wise words for building a more harmonious life. In this episode, Ricardo expertly takes us on a journey into the infinite lessons of Nature - from ceremonies to wilderness immersion. When you are on the side of nature and life, you can't lose. Cl...

Knowing your place among these 3 states is vital contextual information in the journey of manhood. It requires a healthy sense of self-honesty to move into being a be-er. This final stage of mastery holds such commitment, that they go beyond even needing to try. Deep truth in this one, you won't want to miss it. Tune in and RISE UP!   Show Notes:   Say-ers have great ideas, but never getting aroun...

The words brother and bro are commonly used, but what does it truly mean to have a band of brothers? How could we shift the planet if all the world's men recognized their connection to one another? We explore these questions and much more in this dynamic episode. We hit another Rising Man first by hosting THREE guests, as we have the honor of hosting the founders of Sacred Sons - Aubert Bastiat, A...

Has men's work gotten too soft? One of the greatest gifts we can provide for another man is to give honest feedback, to ask piercing and uncomfortable questions. Too often we give feedback aimed to make the other person feel better in the short term, rather than empowering them to higher heights. Prepare your community for life's inevitable challenges by listening to their circumstantial complaint...

The founder of Unifier Festival and Forestdance, Jason Cohen, is at the leading edge of men bringing ceremony to the masses. His events are designed to remind and rekindle the sacred connection to nature and all life forms. Jason's passion and unstoppable drive in making these events happen is nothing short of heroic. Listen in and take notes, because to create impact like Jason, you must listen d...

Have you ever had a great idea, made a detailed plan, and then failed to follow through? Have you ever psyched yourself out of something before you even stepped into the ring? If so, then this one's for you. Resistance can suck, but no other teacher can guide you to greatness. Listen in for Jeddy's tried and true methods to getting sh*t done.   Show Notes:   Are championships won in practice? Why...

Back for his second appearance, Leon Ruri comes on today to re-ignite our inner fires. We discuss the sacred Maori dance, called the Haka, and it's role in helping men fully express themselves. The intentionality behind ceremonies, finding freedom, and leading with love rather than comparison are among the topics in this episode. Leon's dedication to raising awareness around men's mental health is...

When faced with stress and adversity, one of the first instincts is to run straight for a time consuming, safe, easy, comfortable activity. It could be video games, Netflix, social media, weed, etc. We all hear that call, telling us to just "check out" for a bit, to de-stress, then we can face our lives tomorrow. Well, the truth is that "tomorrow" will never come. We must make the empowered decisi...