The UNcivilized Podcast with Traver Boehm

In today's society, the prevalence of body image issues and body dysmorphia has risen, particularly within the realm of fitness and bodybuilding. However, amidst these challenges, there are individuals who are dedicated to helping others overcome these obstacles. One awesome person in this category is Robert Sikes, a bodybuilder who's all about motivating and inspiring anyone who wants to...

Get ready to embark on a mind-bending journey into the wild and wonderful world of relationships! On this episode of the UNcivilized podcast, we're tearing down the walls of assumptions about love in America and turning things upside down. We've got a special guest joining us today, the incredible Dr. Zhana, a true guru when it comes to human sexuality and relationships. Prepare to have yo...

Life is a short and unique journey that should be cherished and maximized to its fullest potential. It is crucial not only to prioritize our own personal growth but also to assist others in doing the same. In the modern era, we have become more conscious of the significance of mental health. However, despite being familiar with the subject, we often neglect our own internal struggles. Mental healt...

In the world of relationships, let's shake up the bad love statistic, rewrite the rulebook, and create a love story that blows everyone's mind. And today, our guest, Anna Rova, is here to teach us how. In this episode, we're excited to have Anna Rova join us all the way from Australia. She's a pro when it comes to understanding masculinity, feminine dynamics, and helping successful...

In today's tech-savvy world, it is crucial to examine the impact of technology on youth, particularly regarding two significant concerns: the influence of pornography and social media on teenagers. In this episode, we had the privilege of hosting Max Stossel. He's a renowned poet and advocate, and he's here to talk about how technology is affecting the younger generation. Max digs deep...

Get ready for an exciting episode where we support and understand men in their journey through life. Our special guest is the amazing Mike Campbell, a former rugby player turned advocate for men facing challenges. We'll explore his story, motivations, and the profound impact he's had on countless lives. We'll also tackle the burning question: are sports truly beneficial for men? Mike s...

"In the wild, there is the preservation of life; in the domestic, the cultivation of it." - Henry David Thoreau. Hey, folks! Get ready to explore the fascinating duality of human nature in this episode. We've got a special guest, Michaela Boehm, a renowned relationship expert, teacher, and author. She'll provide unique insights into the wild and domestic sides of men. In this tho...

Embrace the natural rhythm of life, for it holds the key to genuine connection. Get ready for an eye-opening episode where we dive into why it's so important for guys to understand women's menstrual cycles. Our special guest, Carly Rae Beaudry, is here to guide women in embracing their cycles and feminine nature. Trust me, this knowledge can seriously level up your support and intimacy in...

For men, there is no greater battle than the one between the wild and the domestic. As humans, we all struggle with our inner conflicts. Today, we invite you to learn how to feel and deal with them in the best way possible. And to help us better understand this, we have an amazing guest joining us today: Tom Elsner. In this episode, we talk about the benefits of imagination, learning to feel, and...

Have you ever felt like the whole world is against you? Matty Conrad has been there too. Matty started from humble beginnings as a shampoo boy, but now he's one of the top men's grooming experts in North America. He's the founder of Victory Barber & Brand, a critically acclaimed barbershop that's been featured in international press. He's also been named "Canadian Barb...

Embrace the wisdom of your years and let it shine brightly! Elderhood ain't the time to fade away - it's your time to illuminate the world with your experience and love. As we journey through life, we often think about the legacy we want to leave behind. It's a big question that can bring up all sorts of emotions - from pride to anxiety. Today, we've got two incredible guests, Step...

Unfortunately, societal norms often teach men to suppress their pain and remain silent about abuse, perpetuating a cycle of pain passed on to others. In this episode, our guest Connor Beaton, founder of Real Talk Summit & ManTalks, discusses the importance of healing and explores how self-leadership, healing, and forgiveness can help men become authentic and sovereign. We also touch on the top...

Talking about gender equality is great. We should keep doing it, but there's a missing piece in the equality conversation: men. We must acknowledge women's efforts to be recognized as equals alongside men after years of living under patriarchal shadows. However, today, talking about equality has become a gender battle, and women are at the top of the conversation. To talk to us about this...

Life is trying to sucker-punch men in the face. We are either too manly or not manly enough, but to be honest, masculinity has no definition. So, what society is trying to say is that no matter what men do, there's something wrong with us. Men have learned to fight and to put up barriers because life for us has become a boxing ring where everyone expects to get our asses kicked. Even though li...

So many men come to me AFTER a breakup in shock that it happened. The conversation almost immediately starts with, “And I did everything for her, especially all the things her ex’s didn’t do.” And I know this man was doomed from the start. Why? Who really wants to date Superman? And what man can keep up this facade before falling on his face exhausted? In this solo episode I outline the Superman C...

"Our kids learn way more from what we do than what we say." — Dan Doty. Fatherhood is not easy. No one teaches men how to be good fathers or warns them of the challenges this entails. Fatherhood is a path that requires many men to learn to walk wisely. For this reason, Dan and I will be talking about the spiritual path of fatherhood in this episode. If you're a father or about to bec...

To be a teacher, we must be students first. No one becomes a teacher overnight. It takes many hours of study and practice to master a skill. To inspire you today, we want to share with you the story of Eliot Marshall, the student who became a teacher. In this episode, Eliot dropped some jams. We talked about jiu-jitsu, intentionality, toxic masculinity, core values, fatherhood, and how to get bett...

Some of the most important work that I have done on my journey is killing my nice guy. Once you do the same, you will finally get to lead from your heart, have your needs met and start living your life authentically. Men, I can not emphasize this enough. In this longer format solo episode I take you on my four steps path of killing my nice guy. If you look at the civilized world and think, "no tha...

If I can breathe, I can choose. The breathing depth and rate are automatic and unconscious. However, if we do it consciously, we make the choice of nourishing our minds and bodies. As always on the UNcivilized podcast, we bring the best guests to have the most amazing conversations and learn about the most interesting topic. For this reason, in this episode, we invited the creator of the Breath &a...

A trend I’ve noticed recently in the Men’s world is a lot of black and white messaging. All men are this. All men do that. Brothers, this kind of thinking and messaging is seductive because it’s easy. It’s also lazy. Being a man means being on an ever changing spectrum that requires you to ask yourself questions and adjust along the way. In this solo episode I break this down further and also intr...

On this Live Uplugged with Michael Gay and Duey Freeman we dive into the Behind the Masks of Men educational series we have coming up this spring 2023 that seek to help you understand the depths of yourself as a man, and understand the men in your life.  The three online intensives will all you to dive into the most vital and often untalked about topics that shape your life.  Anger &...

Postpartum depression is common among women but can affect men too. We have come a long way in science to understand the impact the arrival of a new baby has on the parent's mental health. Although hormonal and physical changes can predispose pregnant mothers to mood swings that can lead to depression, supportive fathers are also at risk for it. To dive into this subject, the acupuncturist and co-...

There are two types of people. Those who work for money and those who work for passion. Which one are you? Today's guest Nick Onken doesn't have a typical title or career. He considers himself a creative alchemist, and you are going to know why. Nick believes life is made up of our creations – our moments, relationships, and conversations. He believes we get to choose what we are creating. In this...

Every colonized country has a history of trauma and grief. Today's guest Bayo Akomolafe, is a Nigerian man passionate about decolonized landscapes, writing, and poems. Today, he is here to blow our minds with his philosophy, no kidding. If you press play, get ready to listen about decolonization, trauma, grief, mental health, psychotherapy, and how this influences and affects us as individuals. AB...

In this solo episode I explore the single most important sentence a man can say to himself and know about himself — I am a man. This conversation stems from the hundreds of men I’ve worked with in my life who were told that “being a man” wasn’t important or was a secondary or tertiary thought. It is not. It is primary. And when it becomes so in your life, everything changes. Enjoy, Traver If you l...