The Rising Man Podcast

Training programs and podcasts can only get us so far. Time spent solitude in complete witness to ourselves is a vital step in becoming a man. These rites of passage give us the opportunity to integrate all the aspects of our being, and then we can move forward along the maturation circle. Have you had a rites of passage experience?

Oscar Perez is a modern day wizard, blending Toltec wisdom, Jungian Psychology, and wilderness immersion experiences into a powerful, seasoned message. We dive into the reasons why an integrated and awakened man serves LIFE without the expectation of receiving any benefit in the ways his mind wants. We confront mortality, anger, suicide, and a slew of other important, complex topics.

Just man up. Stop being a pussy. These are the types of messages we have been taught from a young age. This results in suppression, which hides trauma from the surface, but never clears it. The trauma ends up running our lives, until we engage and lean into the healing process. The key here is that trauma is stored IN THE BODY. It's not going to go away with a couple of affirmations. No matter how...

Rites of Passage, ceremonies, and personal growth programs are not magic bullets for our problems, despite the claims. This counters our societal programming, where the instant gratification mindset is deeply embedded. Our guest today, Mike Bodkin brings to the table 35 years of Rites of Passage work, and lays down the truth about how to best integrate these learning experiences. He reminds us tha...

Drawing on inspiration from "Way of The Superior Man", Jeddy hits on why a mission and vision are so important to identify and live from, why it needs to come FIRST, and how to handle our loved ones testing our commitments. If there is one topic at the core of men's work, this one is it. It's a large subject, one that we touch on in almost every episode. But today, we GO IN on the topic, and it's...

What is the Rising Man movement here to do? What pushes us to stand in our purpose, day in and day out? Today we give thanks to you with a special reflection and deep thoughts on our very first, very special birthday. Our commitment is rooted in a deep 365 days, spanning 62 interviews, over 40 meditations, and with a listener range spanning over 30 countries. Lets look back on our year as a team a...

A man fully committed to his vision is the first one in, and the last one out. No great master got to where they are now by hiding out on this lesson. To be of service in the highest way, total dedication is needed. This isn't simply a tip to make us look good, though we will earn a reputation as dependable and reliable. The consequences of NOT showing up early, and leaving late are that we come a...

The raw masculine is a wild force that we often hide from the world. There is shame around expressing this energy, and a sense that we might unleash an unmanageable danger. This suppression is damaging ourselves, and the world around us. Our guest, Tim Morrison pours his love and experience about this topic into today's episode. We also discuss containing vs. controlling, holding sacred space, and...

In our heart of hearts, all we want to do is love people and be of service. But, we are constantly asking how things are going to benefit us, which leads to disconnection. In order to maximize our healing impact, we must create a strong and clear vision of service, and then follow that path relentlessly. Jeddy invites us to open our hearts to ALL people, and to dedicate our lives to the vision of...

Learning from our fathers or other male role models is a beautiful experience to have. But, there comes a time in our development where we must leave the nest. To be truly happy, our father's opinion can't be the the thing that dictates our decisions. This reclamation of our independence from the Father is a difficult, yet rewarding stage of Manhood. Author and designer Maceo Paisley hits us with...

A major part of men's work is about finding our unique path while on the journey of manhood. At the same time, having a map and guidance is critical to our development. Striking that delicate balance between these two poles is an art form that we are continually practicing. Jeddy lays the foundation for us to succeed by explaining the archetypes of Page, Knight, Prince, and King. Listen in and ask...

Our intimate connection with Nature and Earth is undeniable, whether you have a more scientific or spiritual approach to life. In our tech crazed world, we often forget this link, and then lose cyclical momentum and wisdom. Our guest is Devin Fredericksen, and thru his ecological understandings, will help us tap back into our natural rhythms. He teaches us why a grounded foundation is vital, the i...

Focusing on shame and our mistakes often begins a downward spiral, as what we focus on grows. Take responsibility for whatever happened, then bring your attention to what you are living INTO, not what you are living OUT OF. When we are on fire and 100% aligned with our mission and purpose, that old embarrassing memory will fade into mental obscurity.

How many times have you made a big shift in your life, only to be overtaken by old bad habits weeks later? One of the reasons this can happen is because we don't create and follow new high vibe RITUALS. We are all human and have basic functions that we must do daily. These seemingly unimportant moments are a perfect opportunity to embody our new way of living by being INTENTIONAL about every decis...

No matter how close or distant we are from our blood relatives, there is a yearning to find "our people". Those who will understand us, do anything for us, and love us unconditionally. The good news is, we get to CHOOSE OUR FAMILY. With these people, we explore a new way of being. If you feel like you are lacking those relationships, have no fear because they are waiting for you. Keep walking your...

This is a historic moment for the RMP, as we are joined by our first woman! The guest is none other than Kari Azuma - Jeddy's wife, powerhouse coach, and global Super-Mom activator.  Safety is an oft-misunderstood concept, especially for men. This episode shines bright light on what safety truly means and how men can provide it. Topics also include how to see our triggers as medicine and the detai...

Asking for help is a huge No-No for many men. They want to figure it out on their own or they don't want to bother anyone. Let's end that trend. Jeddy shares a personal story about this topic, and inspires us to reach out BEFORE we think we need help. Sometimes we need to be reminded that we are not alone, and there is someone who WANTS to support us. If you don't have those people, The Rising Man...

What thoughts and judgments arose the first time you heard of men's circles? There is probably a wide range of reactions, though thinking of them as some sort of lame, religious or new age quackery are common. That couldn't be further from the truth, as you'll hear the deep, amazing life turn around our guest, Blase Grinner, underwent after discovering this type of work. Overcoming stigmas, standi...

There are certain sexual stigmas and beliefs that permeate our culture that create a certain belief about men and our intentions. All too often, we end up taking on those beliefs as our own! Some of those stereotypes have been true in the past, BUT, we are not defined by the past and we have a choice to RISE ABOVE our base desires. Tune into this week's solocast, take the PRACTICAL ACTION STEPS, a...

Forget everything you thought you knew about dark night of soul experiences, because our guest Adam Rubin is going to blow your heart and mind wide open. Our ego's are constantly on guard for anything inconvenient or uncomfortable, but there is another lens with which we can see these experiences. Adam shares from his stockpile of wisdom, and explains how embracing the heart of darkness led him to...

Have you ever been hung up over the "one that got away", lose a great women, or get stuck in the friend zone? We've all been there. The reasons why we miss out on these women boils down to 3 core issues: We aren't clear on our standards, we lack clarity of vision and purpose, and we don't fully respect ourselves. If you want to show up as a KING in relationship, then this one's for you!

Matthew Ayriss is a master storyteller and healer with a relationship history jam packed with valuable insights about dropping the double life and speaking our sexual truth. We have all lived a double life at some point in our existence. This happens because we are not clear on our Truth, and therefore tolerate a poisonous life situation. Learning to speak up for ourselves and move into the embodi...

Pornography might seem harmless and normal, but when we learn about sex from porn, it can skew our relationship with women. Jeddy offers a deeper look into the effects of porn on men, male sexuality/intimacy, and how this affects women feeling safe in the world. Remove the shame, get support from the Rising Man community, and RISE ABOVE your base desires!

Whether we are dealing with depression, suicide, a breakup, or financial issues, we usually hold ourselves in judgement and shame. This negative thought loop also affects our capacity to ask for the help and support we need, as we believe that others will harshly judge us. It takes true courage to be able to speak about our wounds to another, to let our true selves be seen. Chris Bartl, a seasoned...

I guarantee that it's not what you think, because there is no fixed definition of a Rising Man. The role calls for flexibility, being able to ride the wild waves of life. The waves might require we wear our more gentle "hat", or the warrior's eagle feather. Learn the secret techniques with Jeddy and RISE UP, higher than you've ever dared dream before.