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The Joe Horton Show

117 episodes - English - Latest episode: 9 months ago - ★★★★★ - 19 ratings

Learn from some of the most influential thinkers in the world on a ton of different subjects with Joe Horton. Including guests like Adam Lane Smith, Zuby, Steven Pressfield, Dr Robert Glover, Robin Dunbar, Elliott Hulse, John Gray, Rob Moore, Ben Coomber, Dr Anna Machin, Connor Beaton, Geraint Jones, Tracey Cox, John Eldredge, Brian Wood M.C, Athol Kay, Andrew G Marshall plus many many more. Understand the world around you, the relationship with yourself and how you relate to others around you.

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BITE SIZED #16: WHERE DO I STAND ON THINGS?

March 15, 2021 10:15 - 8 minutes - 11.8 MB

Today I discuss why now more than ever Dads need to get clarity on where they stand on important topics which will effect them today and our childrens lives tomorrow. As the old adage goes, sit on the fence and you will get splinters in your arse, so get clear on what you think!!!! BITE SIZED: Short, sharp and to the point I tackle topics relevant to you guys and you can also get involved to tell me what you want to hear me talk about GRAB A FREE COPY OF MY E BOOK THE DAD BLUEPRINT RIGHT...

ANTONIO NEVES - How To Stop Living Your Life On Autopilot

March 10, 2021 07:00 - 54 minutes - 45.8 MB

Today I am joined by Dad of Twins, author of the new book Stop Living on Autopilot and host of The Best Thing Podcast, together with Internationally recognised speaker, Antonio Neves. With the world looking like a runaway freight train its easy to get pulled along with the momentum and in the process become a passenger in your own life being pulled here there and everywhere. The problem with this is that everything looks great but it can take you to a bad place. In my conversation with Ant...

BITE SIZED #15: REALLY KNOWING YOUR CHILD

March 09, 2021 13:45 - 7 minutes - 10.6 MB

We know our kids, what they like, don't like, what they are interested in. But how often do we slow down and read between the lines when they are having a hard time, and take the time out with them that they need to really open up to us about what they are going through? BITE SIZED: Short, sharp and to the point I tackle topics relevant to you guys and you can also get involved to tell me what you want to hear me talk about GRAB A FREE COPY OF MY E BOOK THE DAD BLUEPRINT RIGHT HERE To get...

BITE SIZED #14: WHY MEANING IS SO IMPORTANT FOR DADS

March 05, 2021 08:00 - 7 minutes - 11.1 MB

Society has no answer to why men and Dads in particular hit a bump at midlife other than to dismiss it as a phase or crisis. What it hids is a massive opportunity for Dads to find meaning going into the 2nd half of life which whilst challenging is not impossible. Today I show you how to get through it. BITE SIZED: Short, sharp and to the point I tackle topics relevant to you guys and you can also get involved to tell me what you want to hear me talk about GRAB A FREE COPY OF MY E BOOK THE...

BILLY BAKER - We Need To Hang Out

March 03, 2021 06:30 - 1 hour - 52 MB

I am joined today by award winning Journalist and author of the new book We Need to Hang out - A Memoir of Making Friends: Billy Baker With lonliness at epidemic proportions in the West we often think of it as an affliction of the elderly living by themselves but in actual fact (and as Billy discovered) it's also affecting the average middle age man. But what do we do about it and more to the point how to men forge closer stronger bonds with their fellow man? Billy and I discuss: How his ...

BITE SIZED #13: DON'T WAIT FOR THE STARS TO ALIGN

March 01, 2021 16:03 - 7 minutes - 11.2 MB

With lockdown gradually lifting in the next few months I hear a lot of people saying "I will do xyz, when abc happens", and essentially waiting for a perfect moment. This happens even when we are not in a pandemic situation but today I explain why you need to take action and stop waiting for the right moment. BITE SIZED: Short, sharp and to the point I tackle topics relevant to you guys and you can also get involved to tell me what you want to hear me talk about GRAB A FREE COPY OF MY E BO...

BITE SIZED #12: BUT MUM SAID I COULD...........

February 26, 2021 06:30 - 11 minutes - 16.5 MB

Today I discuss how conflict can arise where one parent says a child can do something but another says no they can. It causes a a lot of problems and can lead parents to feel undermined but I go into some tips you can use to overcome it. BITE SIZED: Short, sharp and to the point I tackle topics relevant to you guys and you can also get involved to tell me what you want to hear me talk about GRAB A FREE COPY OF MY E BOOK THE DAD BLUEPRINT RIGHT HERE To get involved with the conversation o...

ZUBY - How To Take a Stand Against Ideology Madness and Keep Your Own Sanity

February 24, 2021 05:00 - 1 hour - 60.7 MB

My guest today is independent rapper, podcast host, author, public speaker and creative entrepreneur – Zuby. It seems like in the last little while there has been a shift from the term every one loves to hate which is political correctness gone mad towards something altogether more disturbing. I have witnesses this and become fascinated with individuals on the front line against it. Zuby and I discuss: How much of the views he now airs in public were aired in private for a decade before h...

DR ANNA MACHIN - The Evolution of Dad

February 17, 2021 06:00 - 1 hour - 50.7 MB

I am joined by Evolutionary Anthropologist, Writer and Broadcaster and of course Mum Dr Anna Machin With the roles of Dads changing from what they were in our parents generation and even more rapidly in the last 12 months during the Covid-19 pandemic never has there been such change a foot for Dads and their perception within society. However from an evolutionary and biological point of view there are some pretty incredible things that happen under the bonnet which underline just how importa...

BITE SIZED #11: HOW TO BE FULLY PRESENT

February 15, 2021 13:00 - 7 minutes - 11.2 MB

Today I delve into why all our kids want from us is presence rather than presents, why this has never been more relevant than now and 5 tips you can use to create deeper connection and bonds with your children. BITE SIZED: Short, sharp and to the point I tackle topics relevant to you guys and you can also get involved to tell me what you want to hear me talk about GRAB A FREE COPY OF MY E BOOK THE DAD BLUEPRINT RIGHT HERE To get involved with the conversation on social media we are on Fac...

KEVIN BURCH - Parenting Secrets of the One Percent

February 10, 2021 06:30 - 1 hour - 51.9 MB

Today I am joined by Dad, Confidence Coach to children and parents, and founder of the Advanced Parenting Program - Kevin Burch With the modern world and its unique challenges for parenting along with home schooling and lockdowns right now it pays to be equipped. Giving some thought to how you navigate childhood and adolescence. I discuss with Kevin: The differing roles of parents and children along with the limitations of schools that need to be addressed when dealing with confidence and...

BITE SIZED #10: YOU SHOULDN'T THINK LIKE THAT

February 08, 2021 10:15 - 6 minutes - 9.51 MB

Today I discuss how phraseology that was used when we were kids and young people set us up for a lot of the mental health issues we see today. Key to letting go of this is the notion that we all have thoughts, feeling and emotions and that the more you push them away the harder they come at you. BITE SIZED: Short, sharp and to the point I tackle topics relevant to you guys and you can also get involved to tell me what you want to hear me talk about GRAB A FREE COPY OF MY E BOOK THE DAD BL...

BITE SIZED #9: JUST MASCULINITY

February 05, 2021 06:30 - 12 minutes - 17.1 MB

Today I dissect the fundamental flaws around the word toxic masculinity, how structurally and by definition the label holds no credibility and why as Men and Dads we really need to start pushing back on it's widespread usage. Gents this is a battle cry because if you care about the next generation as much as I do it really is time to challenge this term wherever you see it or hear it and the flippancy with which its deployed. BITE SIZED: Short, sharp and to the point I tackle topics relevan...

ALEX PATTAKOS - Why Mans Search For Meaning is more important than ever

February 03, 2021 06:00 - 1 hour - 54.3 MB

I am joined today by Best Selling Author, Columnist and Founder of the Global Meaning Institute - Alex Pattakos PhD. Finding life meaningful or finding the meaning in life is challenging in the modern world as it seems that despite having all the things that would appear to make us happy joyful and satisfied, this one thing still eludes many. In my conversation with Alex I discover: How he first discovered Viktor E.Frankl's book Mans Search for Meaning The way in which the subject of meani...

BITE SIZED #8: WHY DADS NEED TO ALIGN WITH EVOLUTION

February 01, 2021 06:40 - 9 minutes - 13.6 MB

The Modern World right now isn't a good fit for Dads and we see the results of it in our physical & mental health along with the connections we have with other Men. Evolution equipped us with skills to thrive as Men but aligning with these is key to become in tune with our natural state once more. BITE SIZED: Short, sharp and to the point I tackle topics relevant to you guys and you can also get involved to tell me what you want to hear me talk about GRAB A FREE COPY OF MY E BOOK THE DAD ...

BITE SIZED #7: WHY I BELIEVE IN YOU

January 30, 2021 18:01 - 8 minutes - 11.3 MB

It's tough for Dads when we believe that our best days are behind us and all those people from our younger days that saw something in us that we didn't quite belief are gone. Today I tell you why that spark of belief is still deep down inside you and that you just need to belief in yourself as much as I belief in you. BITE SIZED: Short, sharp and to the point I tackle topics relevant to you guys and you can also get involved to tell me what you want to hear me talk about GRAB A FREE COPY O...

CHRIS MICHAELS - Going into your Dark Side to Harness Your True Power

January 27, 2021 05:45 - 1 hour - 53.4 MB

Today I am joined by Creative Writer, Author and Podcast Host Chris Michaels I speak to Chris about how he has used the power of creativity and the simple act of journaling to not only process his own thoughts but develop the skill as a creative writer and podcast host We discuss: The evolution Chris went through in journaling out his own mental health and why he found this such a powerful skill to harness How people resonated with the way in which he was able to take apart very difficul...

BITE SIZED #6: WHEN TO BACK OFF AS A DAD

January 25, 2021 07:00 - 8 minutes - 11.9 MB

We can all become a bit of a Sergeant Major sometimes, tempers fraying as we get into power battles with our kids, none more so when it comes to the key battle grounds like bedtimes, homework an coming off devices. Today I talk about how backing off can yield some surprising results!!!! BITE SIZED: Short, sharp and to the point I tackle topics relevant to you guys and you can also get involved to tell me what you want to hear me talk about GRAB A FREE COPY OF MY E BOOK THE DAD BLUEPRINT ...

BITE SIZED #5: THE COMPARISON TRAP

January 23, 2021 17:45 - 7 minutes - 8.35 MB

Today I discuss something that we all fall prey to from time to time and that is the comparison trap. It seeps into relationships, fitness, wealth, what car we drive, what house we have and what job we have. BITE SIZED: Short, sharp and to the point I tackle topics relevant to you guys and you can also get involved to tell me what you want to hear me talk about GRAB A FREE COPY OF MY E BOOK THE DAD BLUEPRINT RIGHT HERE To get involved with the conversation on social media we are on Face...

DAN ROWE - Taking Control of Your Mental Health and Finding Your Tribe

January 20, 2021 05:00 - 1 hour - 70.4 MB

I am joined on the podcast today by men's mental health campaigner, speaker and facilitator at Andy's Man Club - Dan Rowe Lets face it life is like never before right now and he toll it's taking on peoples mental health with the unknown, change and constant having to readjust is difficult. Equipping yourself with the skills and tools to ride this storm will be key. In my conversation with Dan we discuss:: A number of ways in which you can manage your mental health on a daily basis Skill...

BITE SIZED #4: HOW TO CHANGE YOUR RELATIONSHIP WITH THOUGHT

January 18, 2021 06:45 - 8 minutes - 12.7 MB

A relationship with thought? What? You are not thought thoughts! Sounds crazy? Well it's not, your brain is like a thought machine churning out 1000's of thoughts a day, some bad, some good, some terrifying. How you relate to these thoughts and more accurately changing how you relate to them is one of the cornerstones of great mental health. That's what I delve into today. BITE SIZED: Short, sharp and to the point I tackle topics relevant to you guys and you can also get involved to tell m...

BITE SIZED #3: WHAT'S IN MY CONTROL RIGHT NOW?

January 15, 2021 07:15 - 7 minutes - 8.13 MB

With January being a month that is a bit of a downer anyhow after Christmas none more so than this year in 2021, what blows our mind is stressing over stuff outside of our control so today I delve into a quick hack to get you out of that mindset BITE SIZED: Short, sharp and to the point I tackle topics relevant to you guys and you can also get involved to tell me what you want to hear me talk about GRAB A FREE COPY OF MY E BOOK THE DAD BLUEPRINT RIGHT HERE To get involved with the convers...

MARK WILLIAMS - One Dads Story of Coming Back From Post Natal Depression

January 13, 2021 05:00 - 1 hour - 51.1 MB

My guest today is Founder of Fathers Reaching out and International Fathers Mental Health Day - Mark Williams Very little attention is given to Dads that suffer from Post Natal Depression but it's a condition that is now being recognised far more than it was in the past. Mark suffered from it after the birth of his son and feeling that he could not speak to anyone about how he was feeling it led to a breakdown. Mark is passionate about speaking on Dads mental health issues and is recognised ...

BITE SIZED #2: WHY SETTING AN EXAMPLE TO YOUR KIDS IS IMPORTANT

January 11, 2021 13:45 - 7 minutes - 8.33 MB

With questionable role models occurring in pop culture and arguably an absence of role models right now, its never been more important for parents to set an example to their kids. BITE SIZED: Short, sharp and to the point I tackle topics relevant to you guys and you can also get involved to tell me what you want to hear me talk about GRAB A FREE COPY OF MY E BOOK THE DAD BLUEPRINT RIGHT HERE To get involved with the conversation on social media we are on Facebook, Instagram & Twitter If ...

MATT BROWN - The Power of Empathy in Conversations Around Fatherhood

January 08, 2021 05:00 - 1 hour - 65.8 MB

Today I am joined by Matt Brown from the organisation Music Football Fatherhood. With 2020 throwing up a number of challenges for Dads it's important to unpackage some of this, explore what it means for Dads going forward and how we learn from it. On today's discussion we delve into the following: How Dads come from different backgrounds but have commonalities that bond and unite us together The importance of Men developing empathy with each other and joining their own tribe The benefits o...

JOE HORTON - My Story of Grief, Growth and finding Meaning

December 30, 2020 12:30 - 46 minutes - 39.2 MB

Today on a Guild of Dads first, I tell my own story in a conversation with Coach and Author Andrew.G.Marshall In this last episode of 2020 I finish the year by sharing with you a conversation I had recently on the Meaningful Life podcast with Andrew G Marshall (produced by Michael Dooney). On this episode we discuss: How a very traumatic period in 2015 caused me to reflect hard on my life and what my life meant A chance podcast listen which prompted me to join a Men’s mastermind and sta...

Lee Bridges - Drugs, Role Models and Switching off Your Auto-Pilot

December 16, 2020 07:00 - 1 hour - 66 MB

Today I speak to coach, musician, lecturer, business owner and public speaker Lee Bridges. Addiction can take a hold on anyone at any time and that was certainly the case for my guest on the podcast today. In a band in his 20’s Lee’s life went down a route of drugs and drink at the same time as outwardly looking like he had everything together. Shunning the traditional 12 step programs popularised by many Lee decided to go it alone and using a number of alternative techniques he got clean an...

LEE BRIDGES - Drugs, Role Models and Switching off Your Auto-Pilot

December 16, 2020 06:00 - 1 hour - 66 MB

Today I speak to coach, musician, lecturer, business owner and public speaker Lee Bridges. Addiction can take a hold on anyone at any time and that was certainly the case for my guest on the podcast today. In a band in his 20’s Lee’s life went down a route of drugs and drink at the same time as outwardly looking like he had everything together. Shunning the traditional 12 step programs popularised by many Lee decided to go it alone and using a number of alternative techniques he got clean ...

MARTYN KELLAND - The Everyday Athlete, Discovering your Why and being a Special Needs Dad

December 09, 2020 10:30 - 1 hour - 55.4 MB

Today I speak to Postman, Personal Trainer and The Everyday Athlete himself - Martyn Kelland With all the information there is nowadays around Health and Fitness it is very easy to get confused, overwhelmed and swamped by the mass of information. Much of it won't surprise you is totally without scientific evidence but we get seduced by it. My guest today Martyn is on a mission to help everyday people get fitter, happier and enjoy food on the same time as going on their own personal journe...

ELLIOTT HULSE - Having the Strength To Evolve

December 02, 2020 05:00 - 1 hour - 69.6 MB

My guest today is Strongman, Strength Coach and CEO of Strength Camp - Elliott Hulse. In a time where there are countless challenges facing young men and men as a whole, Elliott travels the world holding Grounding Camps that use tribal dancing, breathing and active meditation, to help men, break free from self-limiting beliefs. We delve into masculinity, role models, cultural marxism and feminism along with how we as men can evolve to become stronger in taking on life's challenges In todays...

DOVID FELDMAN - How to Build A Great Marriage

November 25, 2020 08:00 - 1 hour - 62.2 MB

Today I speak with Family and Couples Therapist - Dovid Feldman One of the biggest challenges for couples isn't getting married in the first place but actually staying married and putting the necessary work into their relationship to make that happen. Unfortunately for many couples they are simply not equipped with the necessary tools, have not been set a great example by their own parents or have unrealistic expectations. In todays conversation I delve into the following with Dovid: Ho...

JOHN ELDREDGE - Man's Quest to Discover Their "Wild At Heart"

November 18, 2020 05:00 - 1 hour - 53.4 MB

Today I am joined by Bestselling Author of Wild at Heart and Counsellor - John Eldredge. In the past 25 years through his work as a counsellor and own experience John has noticed a shift whereby Men and Boys have drifted further and further away from their natural masculinity and in the process have lost their hearts. He has seen the catastrophic effects of this unfold on families. Key to Men regaining there hearts John believes is a return to what they yearn deep in their souls. John and I...

STEVEN PRESSFIELD - How You Can Overcome Your Own Resistance

November 12, 2020 05:15 - 1 hour - 58 MB

On this episode I am joined by Bestselling Fiction and Non Fiction Author of such books as The War of Art, Turning Pro and The Artist Journey - Steven Pressfield. With a life both as an aspiring writer and successful writer and screenplay writer Steven is an expert on the mental challenge we all face when embarking on difficult but worthy endeavours. The mental toll it takes on us and how this can be overcome. In this insightful episode we discuss: How Steven's book resonated with me on my...

JOHN GRAY - Men Are From Mars Women Are From Venus Part 2

November 05, 2020 05:45 - 1 hour - 46.3 MB

Today I am joined by International Bestselling Author of Men are from Mars Women Are from Venus - John Gray. With 40 years expertise in relationships as a coach, a speaker, author and commentator on the subject John is extremely well placed to deconstruct the dynamics in a relationship between men and women. In this Part Two of a two part episode, we discuss: The importance of children and specifically boys experiencing male role models The differing way men and women parent and how childr...

JOHN GRAY - Men Are From Mars Women Are From Venus Part 1

October 22, 2020 05:00 - 55 minutes - 41 MB

Today I am joined by International Bestselling Author of Men are from Mars Women Are from Venus - John Gray. With 40 years expertise in relationships as a coach, a speaker, author and commentator on the subject John is extremely well placed to deconstruct the dynamics in a relationship between men and women. In this Part One of a two part episode, we discuss: How the role of Men and Women has changed dramatically over the years but their biology has changed very little. The hormonal imbal...

ROBIN PICKERING - How to Talk to Your Kids About Sex

October 14, 2020 05:30 - 1 hour - 50.2 MB

Today I am joined by Author of the new book A Modern Approach to The Birds and The Bees - Robin Pickering PhD. We tackle probably one of the most taboo subjects for parents and also one of the most cringeworthy for kids to have with parents to cover: The changing attitudes around consent, technology and gender issues. The counter intuitive idea that tackling the difficult conversations make it more likely your child will open up to you when it really matters in their life. Why using the c...

RYAN SAWYER - How To Cultivate Deliberate Awareness

October 07, 2020 05:00 - 1 hour - 85.4 MB

Today I am joined by Author, Coach, Yoga, Meditation, Mindfullness Teacher and Speaker Ryan Sawyer: I find out from Ryan the circumstances which led to him turning his back on his football coaching career. The aftermath which saw his crippling anxiety take over his life and take his marriage to the brink The strategies he used to drastically strip back his life so as both him and his wife could work on themselves to drastically improve their marriage And…. A ton of incredibly powerful s...

DANIEL BERRIO GALAN - My Wife's Cancer and Me

October 01, 2020 20:00 - 1 hour - 88.1 MB

Daniel Berrio Galan is a practicing GP in Somerset in the West Country, Husband and Father of Three, and Mindful Self Compassion Advocate at Second Mountain Coaching. His Wife was diagnosed with an inoperable Brain Tumour which turned his families life upside down. In this moving conversation I discuss with Daniel: How he found out about his Wife's diagnosis and how his third child had to be induced early. The range of emotions he experienced in the aftermath and the tools he has used to...

ROB MOORE - How to Balance The Important Things In Life

September 23, 2020 06:00 - 54 minutes - 63.9 MB

Today I am joined by Entrepreneur, Investor, Author of 6 Amazon and Audible Bestsellers, Prolific Podcaster, two-time Public Speaking World Record Holder, and Founder of The Rob Moore Foundation Mr Rob Moore Rob and I do a deep dive on the whole hustle and grind mentality that is so prevalent today. How getting too involved in the minutaie of your business could be what is actually holding it back Why in this day and age you can leverage so many tools to outsource tasks, leaving you free ...

BITE SIZED #1: HOW YOU WASTE EMOTIONAL ENERGY

September 10, 2020 16:00 - 6 minutes - 7.13 MB

Today I discuss emotional energy and how wasting it is quite literally a waste of your time. Using your energy at the right time on the right things is essential to showing up in life with Impact , Exuberance and Positivity. BITE SIZED: Short, sharp and to the point I tackle topics relevant to you guys and you can also get involved to tell me what you want to hear me talk about GRAB A FREE COPY OF MY E BOOK THE DAD BLUEPRINT RIGHT HERE To get involved with the conversation on social medi...

BEN COOMBER - Becoming a Dad for the First Time during a Pandemic

September 07, 2020 05:00 - 1 hour - 86.5 MB

Today I speak with host of the UK's number 1 rated Health and Fitness Podcast, Coach, Teacher, and Writer, Mr Ben Coomber. Becoming a new Dad is daunting to say the least but it's something we all go through. I speak to Ben about his first few months of fatherhood during lock down. The way in which we interact with our children in those early years and why it has such an impact; and Why Diet and Nutrition is a lot simpler than some would have you believe and how finding good information ...

JORDAN WYLIE -Making Your Mark on the World

August 07, 2020 05:00 - 1 hour - 82.7 MB

I am joined today by former Soldier, Adventure & Endurance Athlete, Author and Charity Fundraiser Jordan Wylie to discuss Making your Mark on the World. Jordan's extreme feats of endurance to raise money for charity have taken him across the world to some of the most dangerous places on the planet. I find out from Jordan: What drives him to carry out such extreme feats of physical and mental endurance How positive action is such a big thing for him rather than simply talking about doing...

AKSHAY NANAVATI - Living Life on the other side of Fear and Suffering

July 31, 2020 06:30 - 1 hour - 80.6 MB

Today I am joined by Adventurer, Ultra Athlete, Author and Former Marine Akshay Nanavati. Most of us want an easy life, its just human nature but in avoiding fear and suffering do we can actually close ourselves off to all the meaning, fulfilment and accomplishment that life has to offer. I discuss with Akshay: 1. How so many of us run away from suffering nowadays in the hope of finding bliss in comfort 2. Why finding your worthy struggle in life and focusing on this is key 3. Why the s...

BOB BURG - Being a Man of Value in Challenging Times

July 22, 2020 06:00 - 51 minutes - 61.4 MB

Today I am joined by sought after speaker and bestselling author Bob Burg of the Go Giver series of books to discuss Being a Man of Value in Challenging Times With shaky economic forecasts there has never been a time when giving, adding value and stepping up for your organisations and clients is so important. I discuss with Bob as we delve into. The 5 elements of value you should focus on Why you should consider yourself as somebody of value How value is in the eye of the beholder The spec...

MATT O'CONNOR - Men in the Dock: The Fathers for Justice Story

July 15, 2020 06:30 - 1 hour - 94.7 MB

I am joined today by political activist, campaigner, author and marketing consultant Matt O’Connor. Think back to 2001 in the UK and you will remember Dads dressed up as Superhero’s scaling public buildings and taking direct action over how fathers were treated in the Family Courts. That organisation was called Fathers for Justice and it’s founder was today's guest Matt O’Connor. Never before had the UK seen such direct action since the Suffragette movement a century earlier. Fast Forward...

ED TRONICK AND CLAUDIA M.GOLD - The Power of Discord

July 08, 2020 06:00 - 1 hour - 88.3 MB

Today I am joined by Ed Tronick PhD and Claudia M. Gold MD who are Authors of a new Book - The Power of Discord. Ed is a developmental neuroscientist and clinical psychologist, Claudia is a practitioner in general and behavioural paediatrics, and author of a number of books on the subject. Discord and disagreement is a fundamental part of the human experience and non more so than at this time in history - no one likes to be in conflict with another person or group but my discussion with t...

DR ROBERT GLOVER - No More Mr Nice Guy

June 23, 2020 06:00 - 1 hour - 90.1 MB

I am joined today by psychotherapist, family therapist, Author, blogger and podcaster Dr. Robert Glover. Do you remember that kid at school who all the girls loved but was always firmly in the friend zone? Many guys just like this have grown up into men who despite doing everything right in their relationships to please their spouses, get very little in return. Dr Glover's pioneering book No More Mr Nice Guy continues to increase in sales year on year despite being nearly two decades old wh...

JAMES BOARDMAN - Find your Identity in Life

June 17, 2020 05:00 - 1 hour - 90.8 MB

My guest today is Author, Podcaster, former Royal Marines Sniper and coach to Men and Dads, James Boardman Mankind and specifically Dads are going through a time of great upheaval especially during and since lockdown and the polarising time in which we now live. With societal expectations changing and the work/live balance more under pressure than it’s ever been, many Dads are finding themselves starved of purpose and fulfilment right now. In my conversation with James we delve in the circ...

MARK ORMROD - How to Turn Tragedy into a Life with No Limits

June 09, 2020 20:30 - 1 hour - 82.5 MB

Today I am massively privileged to be joined by Mark Ormrod, Royal Marine Commando, Triple Amputee, Invictus Games Medallist, Author, Coach and Amazon Prime Film Star. Mark lost both legs above the knee and his right arm above the elbow in Afghanistan in 2007, but far from it holding him back his recovery and impact since then has been an inspiration to all those that follow him as he lives up to his hashtag and Mantra #No Limits We delve into the part gratitude did and still does play in M...

ANDY TORBET - The Natural World in a Mans Soul

June 02, 2020 05:30 - 1 hour - 103 MB

I am joined by Andy Torbet who is a Cave Diver, Sky Diver, Author, Presenter, Film Maker, and Explorer (not to mention a Military Career and Degree in Zoology) We all know that we should be spending more time in nature but lockdown presented a unique experiment where men cut off from their tribes ventured out into the forests, farmlands and fresh air and found a surprising antidote to the stress of lockdown. In this episode we unravel this and much more, discussing Andy's upbringing in the...

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