The Rising Man Podcast

"Your life is evidence of your efficacy" As a long time men's work practitioner, Anthropologist, Culture Development expert, and entrepreneur, Philip Folsom holds rare, potent insights into what makes an initiated man. Philip's deep appreciation and studies into masculinity from the mythopoetic lens has given him ultra clear methodology for men to follow. Listen in for his sobering takes, includin...

"You're Gonna Find A Way Through" Everyone of us has navigated extremely difficult times! Does that mountain feel as overwhelming now as it did then? Impeccable self-belief and TRUST in the universe are huge aspects in this journey. Listen in for Jeddy's roadmap to seeing fear and doubt as on the way and not in the way! REFLECTION QUESTION: What's your greatest challenge right now? How can you lev...

"When I'm in those sticky, difficult times in my relationship I really just need to reflect on how can I be a better husband right now."   Are you keeping score in your relationships? Expecting something back every time you do something nice? Common missteps like these naturally arise in relationships if you aren't intentionally cultivating love! In this instrumental Fam Life installment, Phil Gom...

"Because I haven't addressed that issue yet, it feels like something I want to put space around."   What's the common denominator for feeling triggered? Getting clear on WHY we feel defensive is at the heart of understanding and moving past this emotion. Listen in and LEARN HOW to drop the victim story and into empowered confidence.    REFLECTION QUESTION: Where in your life are you most defensive...

"Put your worth in your own hands!" Oto Gomes was quick to recognize the power of CRYPTO to transform humanity's financial paradigm. He now shares from his wealth of knowledge to empower others into financial freedom through coaching, speaking, and leading courses. Along his journey, crypto and Web3 technology have been major teachers, showing him the strength of calculated risk-taking, the true m...

"The highest performing teams are built upon a culture of being ALL IN TOGETHER" What does it mean to be on a men's team? It's when men come together in DEDICATED SERVICE to help each other become the highest version of themselves. You can only go so far alone - to build something epic and everlasting requires impeccable TEAMWORK! Listen in as Jeddy shares his top comradery building tips from 10 y...

"Take yourself out of your comfort zone and risk everything to find out what you haven't looked at yet" Nature's infinite wisdom is available to anyone willing to slow down and accept they don't know everything! Thanks to decades of nature immersion and witnessing her wild ways, our guest Lisa Doron has integrated Earth's deepest truths. By embracing solitude and the scariness of life, Lisa has li...

Have you ever skipped a meal? Gone a day without food? Fasting has been a huge part of man's ability to obtain more self control. A huge part of why I fast is the awareness and clarity it gives my life. Listen and learn why I fast seasonally!   REFLECTION QUESTIONS: 1) What does fasting mean to you? 2) Never fasted before? What are your biggest fears or objections to fasting? Rising Man Links: NEW...

"The source of your pain becomes the source of the medicine you have to give"   Are you accepting and compassionate towards all aspects of your being? Every part of you longs to work for your highest self and propel you forward in purpose and passion. By facing our pain and trauma, these aspects of personality UNIFY. As a licensed therapist, Somatic Experiencing ™ practitioner, and Mindful Self-Co...

"There's no excuse - it doesn't have to be a huge production." Do you start each morning with an intentional practice? It doesn't need to be an elaborate, time consuming act but WINNING starts with how you BEGIN! Listen in and learn the keys to designing a practice that works for you!   REFLECTION QUESTION: Do you nourish yourself in body, mind, and soul EVERY morning?   Rising Man Links: NEW OFFE...

"Free Yourself From Your Father's Expectations" Why does David Deida advocate for men to live as if their fathers' were dead? Without voicing all of our grievances from boyhood to our fathers in a compassionate clearing conversation, those patterns will HAUNT us for the rest of our lives. Societal programming has failed men and now it's time to change long-standing patterns of emotional containmen...

"A man can only experience freedom when he's fully dedicated to what he's creating in the world." Can too many options be crippling? Men typically avoid commitments because they fear a ball and chain… but in my experience commitments actually CREATE freedom. It might sound BACKWARDS but it works - listen in and learn how to find independence in dedication! REFLECTION QUESTION: Do you agree? Where...

"Being able to articulate our internal world and share it with someone else is essential." There's no escape - CONFLICT is a part of life! Especially in high stakes relationships, there's this idea that because there is mutual love, discord won't arise. Author, relationship expert, father, and husband Jayson Gaddis joins us and shares why there is no summit to relationships - they constantly grow...

"If you can't count on you, why should anyone else?"   If trust is the most foundational currency on the planet, then SELF-TRUST matters more than anything. Learn how to cultivate this precious resource and watch your self-confidence rise!   REFLECTION QUESTION: Where did you break your own word this week? How did you react to dropping the ball?   Rising Man Links: NEW OFFERING - The Brotherhood |...

"The flesh of the flower has faded with Spring, now it's time to commit to what we can bring to fruition." As we enter this ultra-potent point of the year, remembering our cosmic connection will mightily assist in bringing our visions to life. What was planted in the Spring will FLOURISH or DIE based on our degree of commitment to nurturance. Our half of the planet is literally bowing to the sun,...

"Your Way Is The Way"   Coveting what someone else has achieved is a recipe for GETTING STUCK. How can you trust your inner guidance and do it YOUR WAY? Listen in for the keys to staying focused on your own path!   REFLECTION QUESTION: Are you fixated on someone else's journey? What's the cost?   Rising Man Links: NEW OFFERING - Brotherhood || The Most inclusive, actionable, and helpful container...

"We're either driving our nervous system through conscious intention or it's driving us through reaction."   BREATH is the foundation of our human experience yet it often gets neglected - at a tremendous cost! Ryan Carroll teaches men overlooked methods to create strength in more than just the physical, using the ancient primal practices of breath and movement. We dive into the simple secrets to N...

"A strong ego can either give life to a leader or be the death of his team" World class leaders prioritize SERVICE above all! It's easier said than done, as the desire to be seen as more significant and above others WILL arise. Jeddy shares the keys to striking that confidence/humbleness balance in today's Monday Morning Meditation!   REFLECTION QUESTION: Can you recall a time where your ego got i...

Are your emotions commanding you or are you intentionally directing them? Breathwork facilitator, plant medicine guide, and sovereignty champion Andrew Genovese joins us to discuss emotional mastery and the New Earth! Unconscious patterns are coming to the surface as the frequency rises - Andrew shares how to go with the growth flow and trust our inner authority. We cover why men NEED to know the...

"Making it through is the cherry on top. What you learn in the trenches is the real gold." The darkest point in the journey is at the halfway point - where the future is full of doubt and the comforts of the past far behind. Can you be at peace in the middle of a turbulent transitional period? Listen in for Jeddy's secrets for staying present in the chaos and absorbing the precious lessons coming...

"Once we claim that we are something, we will constantly get tested to strengthen our ability to be just that."   Bringing new life into this planet is SCARY. From the weight of new responsibilities to the loss of freedom, new fathers often struggle in this transitional phase. Fam Life host Phil Gomez speaks to the journey of fatherhood in this solocast, bringing in the rites of passage model to h...

"It's about the consistency and sacredness with which you hold that daily commitment" Are you setting yourself up for success EVERY MORNING? Meditation and movement are the core ingredients to an empowering consistent practice but the intention is the most important part. Listen in and get the roadmap to creating these new healthy habits!   REFLECTION QUESTION: How can you add accountability to yo...

"As a culture and society, what are we doing that's pushing people into isolation and fear?" From studying some of history's ugliest aspects, Eric McDonald has gleaned vital truths about humanity and masculinity. As a writer, University professor, meditation teacher, and storyteller, Eric has an incredible way with words and talks about history from the heart. The conversation centers around the h...

"If you're not clear on where you're going what business do you have bringing anyone else on board?"   Don't expect a man unclear on his vision and values to follow through on commitments! You are setting your relationship up for long term failure if you don't put time and energy into finding clarity. True alignment can only occur when both people know who they are and what they want - listen in f...

"The more unsafe the world feels the more I lean into what's comfortable, which feeds into the systems that got us here." The concept of taking massive action and rocking the world is all the rage these days. But is that actually leading to transformation? Big swings often miss, lead to burnout, or come from a willingness to be seen. Can you take pride and make an impact in the small actions? In t...