Reclaiming Male Role Models

[Listen on iTunes] Kevin Hedeen was born in Detroit Michigan almost 56 years ago. From ages 10-15 he lived in Frankfort Germany and from age 15-17 he lived in Port Elizabeth South Africa. He found his way into the pharmaceutical industry as an analytical chemist, a good paying job that led him to marriage and two sons. Inside he was guarded to the point where he was mostly numb to what he felt – although experiencing the birth of his children gave him a glimpse of what his world of feeling could be like. In 1995 Kevin was introduced to the ManKind project and did the New Warrior Training Adventure (NWTA) weekend, where he opened himself to a deep inner journey that helped him release and heal within a container of powerful men. He's been in the same men’s group since then, and has gone on to serve as staff for 47 trainings. Kevin continues to sit in the discomfort of fully expressing his bisexuality within a monogamous relationship to a loving and powerful woman. He is currently leaning into a new phase of

[Listen on iTunes] BOYSEN HOGDSON is the Marketing & Communications Director for The Mankind Project USA. He works with a small team of staff and volunteers to create marketing materials, strategies, and programs to support the work of the ManKind Project in mentoring men through the passages in their lives. In this episode we discuss: His mentor, Ray, who unified eighteen 1 room schoolhouses to form the very first elementary school system. Letting ourselves be truly seen by other men. The power and freedom of men healing themselves. Being a father. Quotes from this episode: "The work that I do now with MKP is creating more men (like Ray Sant) to inspire others to see way bigger than they thought they could. I help men heal the parts of themselves that need to be healed in order to see themselves in a bigger context." "I learned I was capable of expressing myself in a  way that I didn’t think was possible. If I let that rage out it would consume me. If I let that grief be visible to the men aroun

[Listen on iTunes] GUY SENGSTOCK is the founder and creator of the modality of Circling. He has been facilitating transformation for individuals, groups and corporations internationally for more than 20 years. He has a BFA from the San Francisco Art Institute and is the co-founder of The Arête Center for Excellence and the Bay Area Men’s Circle, which is still thriving today. He is an artist, philosopher, poet, body-worker, and visionary. In part 2 of this episode we talk about: The bliss and the terror in truly discovering yourself. Developing trust. What it means to truly, deeply see another human being, and to be seen ourselves. Quotes from this episode: "A lot of men don’t realize that in order to have sex they have to be vulnerable." "The moment I put a shell around my vulnerability is the moment I become brittle." "I can love you. I can communicate that I love you. I can appreciate you, I can write letters to you, I can do all these kinds of things and I can love in all the different ways th

[Listen on iTunes] GUY SENGSTOCK is the founder and creator of the modality of Circling. He has been facilitating transformation for individuals, groups and corporations internationally for more than 20 years. He has a BFA from the San Francisco Art Institute and is the co-founder of The Arête Center for Excellence and the Bay Area Men’s Circle, which is still thriving today. He is an artist, philosopher, poet, body-worker, and visionary. In part 1 of this episode we talk about: Guy’s mentorship with his grandfather, a master tailor, who taught Guy to follow his own curiosity. His initiation into manhood in the desert of Arizona. What it means to truly, deeply see another human being, and to be seen ourselves. Quotes from this episode: "My grandfather was the one safe spot in the universe for me. My grandfather saw a particular brilliance in me." "When I was 17 I went into a locked ward mental institution. I was kind of suicidal. What I understand that now to be is that To be male, to be awake and

[Listen on iTunes] BRYAN REEVES is a Relationship Insight Ninja who's writing on feminine and masculine dynamics has been shared hundreds of thousands of times on the internet through sites like The Good Men Project, Cosmopolitan, and The Elephant Journal. He's also taught mindfulness to military vets, people with autism, and as a transformational coach he works with people inspired to live in their fullness, and who aspire to inspire others. Bryan works with leaders and executives, creators and artists, visionaries and passionate seekers – anyone committed to creating a thriving world by showing up and offering their authentic gifts to the world. Bryan is the author of his book The Sex, Flirting, Dating, Hunting, and Hoping Diet. In this episode we discuss: The single thing that women are afraid of in men. How men have castrated their masculinity and how that impacts women negatively. Embodying a strong masculine energy that will simultaneously empower women. How men are not nearly as alone as t

[Listen on iTunes] DREW GERALD is an entrepreneur, coach, and published author of "Holistic Sex" and of the highly-anticipated forthcoming book on sex, “Become A Remarkable Lover, Vol. I – Fundamentals”. Drew also hosts a #1 iTunes featured sex advice podcast – “Dirty Talk with Drew Gerald”. His popular blog “The Polyman” inspires over 13,000 men per month; a place where he intimately shares personal insights, struggles, and lessons on helping make the best men, better. In a previous life, he founded and ran a high end software company for over 7 years - creating solutions used by Fortune 500 clients such as Disney, Square-Enix, Sony Pictures, Whole Foods, BT, Walmart, Discovery Channel, Turner, Acura, and thousands of others. In this episode we discuss: How to be the creator of your life How to become a highest caliber lover. Why having better sex isn’t really about the sex. Drew being in touch with his biological father for the first time since he was 3 years old. Going from suicidal depression

[Listen on iTunes] DESTIN GEREK is a transformational empowerment coach who specializes in helping men and women awaken their sexual energy, while harnessing this newfound power to passionately manifest their biggest visions, and create the lives of their dreams. A globally recognized thought leader in the realms of sexuality, consciousness, and personal transformation, Destin has been working in the field of human sexuality for over 17 years. In this episode we discuss: Healing the generational chain of anger in his family. What leads a man to being “That creepy guy.” The most valuable resource in his life (no, it’s not money), and how he used it to create a live workshop for 300 people from 5 continents. Ending the battle of the sexes. Cultivating gratitude for his father and the sacrifices dad made. The power of sacrifice (Hint, the root of the word is “To make sacred.”) What it takes for a man to take responsibility for his turn on (and remove women from the role of sexual gatekeeper). Qu

[Listen on iTunes] MIKE HROSTOSKI is The Men’s Coach and creator of The Conference for Men. He helps high performing men master their relationships with their women and their work. For the past three years he’s run his coaching practice while living and traveling in 12 different countries around the world. In this episode we discuss: Becoming a master at your craft. Masturbation, sex, and arrogance. Why you’re stuck in a mediocre life (you'll be surprised, the reasons are brilliantly counterintuitive). The two questions that will get you unstuck from any situation. What the women in your life actually crave from you, and how to tap into that part of yourself. Why your humility is a detriment to the world. Taking a stand for who you are and what you do. Mike's newest project: The School for Men (tiny sneak preview here!) Quote of the episode: “Every father, when he holds his child for the first time has no idea what he’s doing. But you do your best. All of our fathers, they did their best.”

[Listen on iTunes] NATE BAGLEY is a Love Expert who has interviewed hundreds of the happiest couples in the US. He is the creator of The Loveumentary and Unbox Love and he has dedicated his life to showing the world that there is no limit to the amount of intimacy and connection that’s available within our relationships. In this episode we discuss: Creating the relationship of your dreams (especially if you’re already in one). The one thing that will sabotage a relationship faster than anything else. The 3 steps to creating a relationship that only gets better with time. Why accepting influence from your partner allows your relationship to not only last, but flourish. Why emotionally intelligent men experience deeper connection with their partner. How the simple practice of meditation can save your relationship. Quote of the episode: "The beauty of love is that there is no such thing as perfect love. There is always, always, always room for improvement. There is always something you can do dif

[Listen on iTunes] CALEB BACON is the creator of Man School, a weekly podcast dedicated to men’s interesting, exciting, and difficult personal experiences. He's also a member of the elite Writer’s Guild of America, currently writing for the TBS tv series Sullivan and Son, and a really engaging, funny, and thoughtful man! In this episode we discuss: The creation of the Man School Show Creating one of the most powerful interviews of Sugar Ray Leonard’s career Getting sober: “I didn’t know things were quite so off track.” Choosing work we'll still be passionate about years down the road Delaying gratification for long term fulfillment Top baseball players seek support in maximizing their game. Why shouldn't you? Following in the footsteps of a dad who was two time Prom King. Men + Vulnerability = Magic Reach Caleb at: www.manschoolshow.com www.calebbacon.com @calebeatsbacon

[Listen on iTunes] JOHN WINELAND is a purpose centered, embodiment driven men’s coach. He runs men’s groups for hundreds of men, has a men’s relationship coaching practice, and supports men in finding their deeper purpose and opening their bodies to be available for relationship. In this episode we discuss: How to transform jealousy into deep trust (and have fun doing it). Raising a daughter with cystic fibrosis. Claiming a woman's heart: How to do it and how not to. The gift of having deep, consistent support from men in our lives. Tantric ninjas leaping out of bushes. Resources from this episode: The Way of The Superior Man by David Deida Chögyam Trungpa www.johnwineland.com Also mentioned: Rich Litvin (mentioned twice as a part of John's ongoing men's group) Claire Wineland's TedX talk Claire's Place Foundation