The Mature Male
Episodes
How Unprocessed Grief Is Quietly Destroying Men's Lives - Emilio Parga
09 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Emilio Parga is a grief educator, speaker, and nonprofit founder who has worked with thousands of children, teens, and adults navigating loss over the...
Why Men Stay Sick: The Nervous System Truth Nobody Tells You - Mitch Webb
03 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Mitch Webb is a nervous system and trauma coach, host of the Rooted Conversations podcast, and someone who personally healed from anxiety, Lyme diseas...
Why Boys of Color Have Always Been in Crisis - Jason Rosario
23 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Jason Rosario is the founder of The Lives of Men platform, a curriculum developer for the NYC Department of Education, a diversity and inclusion exper...
The Psychic Marginalization of Modern Men - Andrew Reiner
17 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Andrew Reiner is a university professor, author, and expert on masculinity, boys and young men with a forthcoming book on male development releasing i...
How Unconditional Love Heals Male Trauma - Toby Gorniak
17 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Toby Gorniak MBE is a hip-hop pioneer, youth educator, creator of the UK's first hip-hop PhD program, and an advocate for Roma communities who sur...
Building a Unicorn While Being Present: Faith, Family & Entrepreneurship - Chris Tinsley
15 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Chris Tinsley is a co-founder of ShopMy, a unicorn-valued creator commerce platform, MBA graduate from MIT Sloan, former finance professional at Cambr...
Toxic Masculinity is Actually Underdeveloped Patriarchy - Christine E. Ohenewah
14 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Christine E. Ohenewah is a professor, legal scholar, founder of the Elizabeth Chinabuah Foundation and creator of the mens rea division focusing on ma...
Why Emotional Suppression Destroys Men - Dr. Ron Stotts
12 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Dr. Ron Stotts is a psychologist with over 50 years of experience helping men develop consciousness, heal emotional trauma, and become integrated lead...
The Social Programming Keeping Men Stuck in Their Heads - Marvin Wilkerson
11 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Marvin Wilkerson is a spiritual astrologer, hypnotherapist since the 1980s, author of "Soul Fusion Healing," and cosmic psychology practitio...
What Mature Masculinity Actually Means
07 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Wes Lambert is a practicing psychotherapist, host of The Mature Male Podcast, and a specialist in men's personal development based in Boston, Mass...
From Clinically Dead to Paralympic Champion: Defying Limits - Mikael Avatar
19 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Mikael Avatar is a Paralympic world record holder in the long jump, international speaker, life coach and author who was born clinically dead for 45 m...
Why Men's Groups Work: Breaking Male Loneliness and Shame - Fred Rabinowitz
19 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Fred Rabinowitz is a psychotherapist, professor of counseling psychology, men's group facilitator for 40+ years, and author of five books includin...
How to Actually Open Up to Friends Without Feeling Weak - Jeremy Mohler
15 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Jeremy Mohler is a therapist licensed in Maryland, writer of the Substack newsletter "Make Men Emotional Again," former labor union organize...
Why Men Hide Behind Anger - Ashanti Branch
04 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ashanti Branch is the founder of the Ever Forward Club, creator of the Million Mask Movement, author of Diary of a Confused Educator, and a former eng...
Overcoming Male Defensiveness in Relationships - Jayson Gaddis
07 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Jason Gaddis is a relationship coach, therapist, founder of Relationship School, author of Getting to Zero, and host of a relationships podcast. He ha...
Living with ADHD: When Your Superpower Feels Like a Curse - Peter Shankman
31 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Peter Shankman is an entrepreneur, author, speaker and the host of the Faster Than Normal podcast about ADHD.Most men with ADHD hear it called a super...
Male Loneliness: How to Build Brotherhood That Lasts - Brad Gage
31 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Brad Gage is a TV producer, podcast host and modern masculinity advocate who runs Real Feels - conversations exploring what it means to be a man today...
Male Attachment Wounds: Touch, Isolation, and the Father You Never Had - Duey Freeman
31 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Duey Freeman is a psychotherapist with over 80,000 client hours, former professor at Naropa University for 31 years, founder of the Gestalt Equine Ins...
Why Men Struggle with Healthcare, Friendship, and Vulnerability - Dr. Dominick Shattuck
31 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Dr. Dominick Shattuck is a Research Fellow at the American Institute for Boys and Men, Johns Hopkins faculty member, men's health researcher and a...
When Being Strong Makes You Weak - Daniel Guinness
28 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What happens when the masculine identity built on strength and achievement crumbles? Daniel from Beyond Equality shares his journey from pro athlete t...
My Dad Died an Alcoholic Stranger - Jonathan Jacobs
28 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Jonathan Jacobs discovered his dad was an alcoholic on his deathbed—revealing the isolation that killed him and the pattern Jonathan was repeating.H...
Why Working 80 Hours in Your 20s Will Destroy Your Career - Alex Pang
28 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Career burnout before 30? Alex Pang reveals why working 80-hour weeks in your 20s destroys long-term success and how your brain is built for 5 focused...
#034 - Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs: The Practical Guide to Human Motivation
02 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this solo episode, Wes breaks down one of psychology's most influential frameworks as a tool for understanding what's actually blocking you...
#014 - Ish Hasan- Comfort Is Not Safe: Embracing Life's Thresholds and Rites of Passage
02 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Episode Highlights:Ish shares his remarkable journey from illegal immigrant to US Army veteran, and how this shaped his approach to men's workHow grow...
The Crisis of Male Purpose: Politics, Isolation, and the Death of Third Spaces | Ross Morales Rocketto
29 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ross Morales Rocketto is a political organizer and consultant with over 20 years in electoral politics. He co-founded Run for Something, helping elect...
'The Guide to Growing Up' Masculine Development Program Intro | Wes Lambert
26 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
THE GUIDE TO GROWING UP - Your Year-Long Journey to Masculine MasteryIf you're tired of living reactively and want to become the man you're me...
Breaking the Nice Guy and Martyr Pattern That Destroys Relationships | Stuart Motola
26 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Stuart Motola is a men's relationship coach with over 15 years of experience helping thousands of men break free from frustrating relationship pat...
The Hidden Struggles of Modern Men and Boys in Society | Lee Chambers
25 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Lee is a business psychologist, male allyship specialist, and founder of Male Allies UK and Essentialized Workplace Wellbeing. Inducted as a Kavli Fel...
Undefining Masculinity: How Patriarchy Harms Men and the Path Forward | Jake Stika
22 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Jake Stika is the co-founder and executive director of Next Gen Men, where he's passionate about changing how we see, act, and think about masculinity...
From High Achiever to Authentic Leader: The Path Beyond Performance | Tripp Lanier
15 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Tripp Lanier is the author of "This Book Will Make You Dangerous" and host of The New Man podcast, which has garnered millions of downloads....
The Brotherhood of Fatherhood and Male Connection | Nick Firchau
14 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Nick Firchau is a journalist, podcast producer, and creator of Paternal, an acclaimed podcast featuring conversations about fatherhood, manhood, and m...
Healing Masculine Identity: From Immigrant Son to Therapist | Marlo Pedroso
12 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Marlo Pedroso is a licensed independent clinical social worker with over 15 years of experience specializing in integrative approaches including somat...
The 6 Biggest Challenges Modern Fathers Face and How to Overcome Them | Jeff Hittner
11 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Jeff Hittner is an executive coach, leadership expert, and founder of Ambitious Dads. After learning he couldn't become a biological father, he redefi...
From Rage to Resilience: A Filmmaker's Guide to Modern Masculinity | Davi Lazar
11 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Davi Lazar is an award-winning film director, spoken word poet, and facilitator passionate about purpose-driven storytelling that explores vulnerabili...
Removing the Mask: Living Authentically as a Man | Yaron Engler
05 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Yaron Engler is a touring musician turned men's coach who has spent over a decade helping men remove their masks and live authentically. Having to...
From Lost Journalist to Men's Circle Pioneer: Creating Spaces Where Men Actually Connect | Pasco Ashton
05 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Pasco Ashton is the founder of Men's Circle Club and a passionate advocate for men's personal development and authentic community building. Af...
The Entrepreneur's Guide to Healing Trauma and Nervous System Regulation | Jesse Harless
30 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Timestamps 00:01 - Introduction and Jesse's background in recovery and entrepreneurship01:44 - The origin story: childhood trauma and father's abandon...
Building Bridges Across Political Lines: Men's Healing in Polarized Times | Sean Harvey
29 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Key Timestamps[01:19] - Sean's Wall Street resignation story and discovery of heart-centered leadership at Eileen Fisher[05:06] - The spiritual callin...
Breaking Free from the Habits That Kill Testosterone and Confidence | John Gray
23 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Dr. John Gray is the bestselling author of "Men Are From Mars, Women Are From Venus" with over 50 million books sold worldwide. As a relationship expe...
The Best Year Ever Project: How Men Can Break Out of Comfort Zones | Dr. Ryan McKelley
22 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Dr. Ryan McKelley is a licensed psychologist and professor of clinical counseling psychology at the University of Wisconsin-Lacrosse. With expertise i...
From Shallow Connections to Deep Brotherhood: How Men Living Is Transforming Masculinity | Todd Adams
22 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Todd Adams has spent 30 years in construction leadership and is a certified life and leadership coach specializing in men's development. Since 2010, h...
Surviving Domestic Violence and Redefining Masculinity Through Men's Work | Johnny Cole
16 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Johnny Cole is the founder of Hey Brother Co., a men's work organization dedicated to redefining masculinity through emotional skill-building, com...
The Man Whisperer on Healing the Wounded Boy Within | Kenny Mammarella-D'Cruz"
14 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Kenny Mammarella-D'Cruz, known as "the Man Whisperer," is a bestselling author, weekly columnist, and men's group facilitator with over 25 years of ex...
Youth Mentorship and Authentic Masculinity | Zac Phillips
11 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Zac Phillips is a young men's facilitator, musician, and storyteller who brings a unique perspective to personal development and masculinity. His ...
The Statistics Don't Lie: Understanding the Male Achievement Gap | Brendan Case
31 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Dr. Brendan Case serves as Associate Director for Research at Harvard University's Human Flourishing Program, where he develops integrative resear...
Breaking the John Wayne Archetype: Why Men Need Community Over Solo Discipline | Timothy Wienecke
26 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Timothy Wienecke is a former Air Force signals analyst who worked with the NSA and spent years training over 3,000 airmen in critical life skills. Aft...
Breaking the Masculine Code: How Boys Learn to Shut Down | Dr. Ronald Levant
21 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Dr. Ronald Levant is Professor Emeritus of Psychology at the University of Akron, former president of the American Psychological Association, and wide...
Creating Therapy Spaces Where Men Actually Want to Show Up | Matt Englar-Carlson
21 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Dr. Matt Englar-Carlson is Professor and Department Chair of Counseling at California State University Fullerton, where he directs the Center for Boys...
The Psychology of Fatherhood: Why Early Parenthood Changes Everything for Men" | Dan Singley
21 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Dr. Daniel Singley is a board-certified psychologist with over 20 years of clinical experience specializing in men's mental health and reproductiv...
Why Online Dating Died & the Masculinity Crisis Destroying Relationships | Scot McKay
12 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Scot McKay is the founder of X and Y Communications and host of the Mountain Top Podcast, which has been a definitive resource for men for 18 years. A...
Breaking the Lone Wolf Myth: Why Isolation Destroys Excellence | Larry Hagner
12 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Larry Hagner is the founder of The Dad Edge and host of The Dad Edge Podcast, where he's been empowering fathers since 2015 through over 1,400 exp...
Finding Your Zone of Fire: The Intersection of Passion and Skill | John Lee Dumas
03 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
John Lee Dumas is the founder and host of Entrepreneurs on Fire, the award-winning daily business podcast with over 4,600 episodes and 100+ million do...
Breaking Free from the Corporate Masculine Prison | Jindy Mann
03 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Jindy Mann is a leadership coach, organizational consultant, and men's work facilitator with over 20 years of experience working in large organiza...
From Spiritually Asleep to Leading Your Family: A Father's Journey | Rob Thompson
11 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Rob Thompson is a husband, father, Christian, and writer who is passionate about helping men become the spiritual leaders their families need. After l...
The Fear Pyramid Method: A Former Cop's Journey Through PTSD Recovery | Leon Macfayden
06 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Leon Macfayden is a former police officer turned trauma healing advocate who writes at trauma2strength.substack.com. After experiencing severe PTSD an...
From Violence to Care: Redefining What Makes a Man | Gary Barker
04 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Dr. Gary Barker is the president, CEO, and co-founder of Equimundo Center for Masculinities and Social Justice, a leading global voice in engaging men...
From Violence to Vulnerability: A Gang Member's Path to Inner Peace | Cesar Cardona
31 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Cesar Cardona is a public speaker, educator, and mindfulness developer whose extraordinary journey took him from gang involvement in Jacksonville, Flo...
How to Handle Criticism and Build Emotional Granularity in Relationships | Dr. John Williams
31 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Dr. John Williams is a licensed clinical psychologist and couples therapist with over 20 years of experience in understanding relationship dynamics. H...
The Connection Crisis: Why Men Struggle with Intimacy and How to Heal | Tim Fletcher
29 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Tim Fletcher is a trauma recovery specialist and founder of Tim Fletcher Company who has dedicated over 18 years to developing comprehensive treatment...
#037 - Sex, Mystery, and the Modern Masculine Dilemma | Justin Ross
28 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Justin Ross is a writer, musician, and thoughtful observer of modern masculinity. He authors the Substack newsletter "Square Man Round World," where h...
#036 - Hidden in Plain Sight: How Men's Deepest Fears Sabotage Their Relationships | Dr. Avrum Weiss
27 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Dr. Avrum Weiss is a psychologist, author, and speaker with over 30 years of clinical experience working with men and couples. He's the author of "Hid...
#035 - From Heated Arguments to Deep Understanding: Master Active Listening | Situation Scripts
27 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Overview: During heated disagreements, our brains enter "amygdala hijack" mode, causing us to focus on winning rather than understanding our partner, ...
#034 - Bruce Muzik- Attachment Styles: The Hidden Patterns Controlling Your Relationships
27 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Bruce Muzik is a renowned relationship coach and founder of Love at First Fight who has helped thousands of couples transform their relationships over...
#033 - Mac (Porn Free Millennial)- The Psychology of Porn Addiction - Breaking Free From the Cycle That Destroys Relationships
27 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Meet Mac, the voice behind the Porn Free Millennial newsletter and podcast. As a digital nomad and recovery advocate, Mac has transformed his personal...
#032 - Greg Litschke- Navigating Modern Masculinity Through Liminal Spaces
20 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Greg Litschke is a paramedic on Vancouver Island, Canada, writer of the Substack newsletter "Masculiminal," and a new father. Through his writing and ...
#031 - Dan Munro- Powerful Honesty: Breaking the Chains of People-Pleasing
19 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Dan Munro is a confidence and integrity coach, bestselling author, and founder of Brojo, a community focused on helping men overcome nice guy syndrome...
#030 - Matthew Braman- Mindful Masculinity: Navigating Emotions, Fatherhood & Healing
16 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Matthew Braman is a licensed clinical social worker and certified perinatal mental health specialist with over a decade of experience in therapy. As t...
#029 - Dr. Keith Witt- Archetypes of Masculine Development: Boy, Acolyte, Warrior, Man of Wisdom
14 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Dr. Keith Witt is a licensed psychologist, martial artist, and author who has conducted over 75,000 therapy sessions throughout his career. With a PhD...
#028 - The Art of Asking: Express Needs Without Sounding Demanding
13 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Situation Scripts, Wes Lambert provides the exact language needed to express your unmet needs in relationships without coming acros...
#027 - Dr. John Schinnerer- Escaping The Man Box Culture & Finding Authentic Masculinity
13 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Dr. John Schinnerer is a UC Berkeley-trained psychologist who coaches men to greater success and happiness in their work and home lives. As an expert ...
#026 - Dr. Fred Luskin - The Forgiveness Myth: What Science Actually Shows About Letting Go
12 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Dr. Fred Luskin is a world-renowned expert on forgiveness and the director of the Stanford University Forgiveness Projects. With a PhD in counseling a...
#025 - Jason Mackenzie- Behind the Mask of Strength: Learning from Loss
12 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Jason MacKenzie is a writer, speaker, and grief advocate whose life was transformed through personal tragedy - losing his wife to suicide after her ba...
#024 - The Hidden Psychology of Gossip and Criticism
07 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this solo episode, he explores one of the most common yet damaging communication patterns in our relationships.In this episode, we cover:The psycho...
#023 - Matt Korn- Balancing Law Career and Fatherhood: A Lawyer Dad's Perspective
07 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Matthew Korn is a writer, employment lawyer, and creator of Dad-esque, a supportive community focused on helping lawyer dads survive and thrive while ...
#022 - Doug Holt- The Clean Slate Method: Why Self-Development Trumps Traditional Marriage Counseling
07 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this powerful episode, we sit down with Doug Holt, co-founder of The Powerful Man movement. With over two decades of coaching experience, Doug has ...
#021 - Steven Foster- From Apple Engineer to Analog Mystic: Men's Grief and Analog Living
01 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Steven Foster is a Mexican American contemplative creative who works as a writer, photographer, and YouTuber. He creates content about the exodus from...
#020- Harrison Ammon- Why Men Struggle to Connect: Real-World Dating and Men's Groups
30 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Harrison Ammon is a writer, men's group leader, and coach who began his personal growth journey in Neil Strauss's men's group before developing his ow...
#019 - Elliot Katz- What Women Actually Want: Being Decisive and Proactive in Your Relationship
25 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Elliott Katz is a relationship coach, speaker, and bestselling author whose work has reached readers in 24 languages worldwide. After his own divorce,...
#018 - Traver Boehm - Embracing Pain as Your Greatest Teacher - The Man Uncivilized Movement
25 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Traver Boehm is the founder of the Man Uncivilized movement, a TEDx speaker, and author of "Today I Rise" and "Man Uncivilized." After experiencing th...
#017 - Why Men Struggle With Deep Friendships
24 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this solo episode, he tackles one of the most overlooked challenges facing modern men: the depth deficit in male friendships.In this episode, we ex...
#016 - How to Ask Someone Out With Confidence
22 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Situation Scripts: The Perfect Language for Asking Someone OutEver know exactly what you want to say but the words just won't come? In this episode of...
#015 - Setting Healthy Boundaries in New Relationships
22 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Situation Scripts: Setting Healthy Boundaries in New RelationshipsThe Biology Behind Boundary Struggles: We explore Dr. Stan Tatkin's concept of "mutu...
#013 - Stop Winning Arguments, Start Building Connection
17 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this solo episode, he tackles one of the most common pitfalls in intimate relationships: the need to be right at the expense of genuine connection....
#012 - Why Every Man Needs a Mentor
11 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this solo episode, Wes breaks down why mentorship is one of the most powerful yet overlooked tools for male development. With 75% of young men repo...
#011 - Processing Disappointment Without Bitterness
11 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we explore:The disappointment paradox - why fully acknowledging disappointment creates greater capacity for hope and engagement compa...
#010 - Mastering Effective Apologies
04 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this solo episode, Wes explores the psychology and practice of effective apologies—one of the most underrated yet powerful life skills for buildi...
#009 - Breaking the Entitlement Epidemic Through Gratitude
03 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this solo episode, Wes tackles one of the most destructive patterns plaguing modern masculinity: entitlement.In this episode, we explore:The entitl...
#008 - Humility: The Forgotten Masculine Virtue
27 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this solo episode, Wes explores the often misunderstood virtue of humility and why it's essential for masculine development. Drawing from Fathe...
#007 - Stop Wasting Time: The Value-Based Scheduling System
23 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this solo episode, Wes breaks down his personal framework for time management through intentional scheduling that reflects your deepest values rath...
#006 - The Power of Stillness: Why Self-Reflection Changes Everything
15 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In a world of constant distraction and endless scrolling, we've lost the ability to be still. This solo episode explores why self-reflection is th...
#005- How to Make Decisions That Align With Your Values
13 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this solo episode, Wes Lambert breaks down the practical framework for living an integrated life where your actions actually match your values. Dra...
#004- The Art of Clear Communication
06 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this solo episode, Wes Lambert breaks down the essential communication skills every man needs to master. Drawing from Jordan Peterson's teachin...
#003- Mastering Emotional Intelligence: Regulate Emotions & Strengthen Relationships
06 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this solo episode, host Wes Lambert breaks down the science and practice of emotional intelligence, drawing from Daniel Goleman's groundbreakin...
#002- Why Most Men Lack Self-Awareness (And How To Fix It)
27 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this solo episode, Wes breaks down the critical importance of self-awareness as the cornerstone of true maturity.In this episode, we cover:Why self...
#001 - The Manifesto: Forging Modern Manhood
26 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to the inaugural episode of The Mature Male podcast. Host Wes Lambert is a psychotherapist and coach dedicated to helping men navigate the jou...