Whiskey and Ry
42 episodes - English - Latest episode: 10 days ago - ★★★★ - 17 ratingsHealthy Masculinity for Today’s Modern Man.
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Season 4, Episode 7 - David Brookings
June 30, 2024 10:00 - 1 hour - 133 MBApple Music, Apple Records, Apple...Sauce? David and I discuss two of the three in this episode. I'll let you pick which ones they are! David is such an incredible musician and I am so thankful he came on the show to promote his new single, "Shelby." And believe it or not, he isn't the last musician of the season! I am so grateful to connect with so many amazing guests and David is one of a kind! Did you know he is also a dog sitter? The guy can do it all... Make sure to check out his new ...
Season 4, Epsiode 6 - Bonus Episode - Introducing HeroDad Coaching
June 26, 2024 10:00 - 11 minutes - 21.5 MBIn this special bonus episode, I introduce you to my coaching business, HeroDad Coaching!----more---- Support the Show; Patreon Whiskey & Ry Instagram Coaching Website - HeroDad Coaching
Season 4, Episode 5 - Aaron Kellim
June 23, 2024 10:00 - 1 hour - 156 MBWhat a treat it was to interview the amazingly talented, Aaron Kellim. I am fortunate enough to call Aaron my friend and throughout this episode, I found myself mesmerized by his humility and kindness. We chat all about his new music and share a great conversation between two good friends. I hope you enjoyed our chat. Make sure to check out Aaron's work and stream his music on all major streaming platforms. ----more---- Support our Guest! Aaron Kellim - Instagram Be Kind Clothing Bran...
Season 4, Episode 4 - Catching up with Ryan!
June 19, 2024 10:00 - 36 minutes - 67.4 MBYou might be wondering why there was such a long break between this season and the last. Good news, I get into all of that in this episode and also share more about what you can expect from the show this season. Thanks so much for listening!----more---- Support the Show; Patreon Whiskey & Ry Instagram Coaching Website - HeroDad Coaching
Season 4, Episode 1 - Christy Acevedo
June 16, 2024 10:00 - 1 hour - 116 MBWe are back! After an unplanned (unexpected) break, we are back with all new episodes! In our first episode, we get the special privilege of hearing from someone I have known my whole life. Someone who knows me better than most people I know. It's my sister, Christy! About 4 years ago, she and her husband, Alex, and their two girls had their lives changed most magically. It all started when my sister answered a Facebook post from a friend from High School. This would be the beginning of he...
Season 4, Episode 2 - Alex Acevedo
June 16, 2024 10:00 - 46 minutes - 84.3 MBWe are back with Episode 2 of the new season of W&R. We are so happy to welcome on to the show, Alex Acevedo! Alex is my brother-in-law, and the husband to my sister, Christy, who we heard from in the last episode. In this captivating episode, Alex shares his perspective, as we joked about on the show, about him being the "low man" on the totem pole. But his endless love and support for Christy is apparent throughout the entire conversation. I am so thankful to Alex for coming on and sharin...
Season 4, Episode 3 - Christy and Alex Acevedo
June 16, 2024 10:00 - 1 hour - 93.1 MBWe heard from Christy in Episode 1. Then we heard from Alex in Episode 2. Now we get them both for Episode 3! AND! This is a Whiskey & Ry first as we have never had two guests before. This conversation was such a DELIGHT! I finally got to ask them how they told my nieces about this process and the girls even came on the show to say a quick, "Hi!" This was such a fun experience for me, I feel like I got to know two people I love and admire very much and that is such a gift! I hope you enjo...
S3:E9; Talking Shame and Addiction w/ Matthew Raabsmith!
May 18, 2021 19:00 - 1 hour - 110 MBIn this episode, I interview Matthew Raabsmith, a pastor and a life coach who works with men and addiction. Matthew shares his personal story with sexual addiction and how he has learned to overcome the shame he carried so long because of it. We also talk about the benefits of community and how it is important to bring close friends and family alongside you while you are on the road to recovery. Thanks for sharing your time with us, Matthew! ----more---- Show Notes: Matthew's website; Lin...
S3:E8; Catching up with Ryan!
May 05, 2021 18:26 - 44 minutes - 81.1 MBSorry for the extended wait! Life happens, but we are back on track. I hope you have been enjoying our "(What is) Love?" series on the Patreon page. The last installment comes out tomorrow! In the ep, I talk about a great new book by Justin Baldoni called Man Enough; Undefining my Masculinity. While I haven't read the book yet, I am so stoked for Justin to have put this out into the world. More men should be having this conversation and the fact he was so bold as to write about it and then...
S3:E7; “Who Do You Want To Be At The End Of________?” w/ Nick Warnes!
March 31, 2021 00:00 - 57 minutes - 106 MBGrab a seat (and maybe a few tissues) and join me and my good friend, Nick Warnes, as we hear about his family's journey with fertility and deciding to enter into In Vitro Fertilization (IVF). Nick shares with us how he and his wife, Whitney, came to the decision together, and what it was like to endure the highs and lows of getting good news followed by the heartbreak of getting the worst news any parents can get. But the story doesn't end there for the Warnes! They have a beautiful son, Le...
S3:E6; “Everybody Swears” w/ Barry Taylor!
February 16, 2021 13:00 - 1 hour - 110 MBBuckle up you fuckin' wankers we are in for a wild fucking ride talking all things "swears" with Barry Taylor! I first met Barry as a young kid in Seminary, bright-eyed and full of hope. Barry opened my eyes wider and gave me more hope than I could have ever expected one person to give me in a lifetime and I am forever grateful to him for it. Barry and I talk about swearing as a universal expression, how swear words like, "pu$$y" have been reclaimed in songs like "W.A.P." by Cardi B. (ft Meg...
Bonus Episode! (What is) “Love”? w/ Maria French!
February 14, 2021 13:57 - 1 hour - 115 MBHappy Valentine's Day, lovers! My gift to you is an incredible convo about "love" with Maria French! Maria is the co-founder of H&Co. who recently got married and moved to the middle of England. Talk about LOVE! We hear from Maria about her experience dating after a divorce, taking a risk on loving again, and how love is a shared experience we all are meant to enjoy. What fun it was to have Maria on to chat about this topic! Make sure to check out her work in the show notes and send her some...
S3:E5; “Heaven" w/ Kevin Garcia!
February 09, 2021 01:00 - 56 minutes - 104 MBCue the music! Grab the Aqua Net and let's JAM! "Ooooo Heaven is a place on Earth!!!" Big time "THANK YOU" to Kevin Garcia for coming by to have an amazing chat about "heaven." So much was shared about our past and individual upbringings in Church. And I also learned what a "hell house" is and...wow...just wow. SO HAPPY you survived that shit, Kevin! We are all better humans because of it. Make sure to follow his work and support him on Patreon, if you are able. Can't wait to have Kevina ba...
S3:E4; Welcome back Michael Kinsman!
February 02, 2021 02:00 - 54 minutes - 99.4 MBBack again is my good friend Michael Kinsman! Michael joins us to talk about his new organization, Uncommon Voices Collective, and their mission to bring together compelling stories from folks in Los Angeles, and beyond! Check-in with them in the show notes below and if you have yet to subscribe to our show, make sure you do! ----more---- The Show Notes: Uncommon Voices Collective; Link Michael Kinsman; Instagram Wine Pastor ----more---- The Regulars: Patron: Link Whiskey & Ry: Insta...
S3:E3; "Ten Tiny Toes” Original song by our host, Ryan Charles Brown!
January 18, 2021 13:00 - 41 minutes - 76.7 MBIn this special episode, Ryan talks about one of the things he is most proud of creating in 2020, a song for his son, Reece! Get an inside look at “Ten Tiny Toes” and hear the song before it is fully recorded in the studio. "This song was written about the night our son was born and it is very, very special to me. I think any parent can appreciate the details and how vivid the memory of this special event can be. Thanks for listening!” - Ryan ----more---- The Regulars: Patron: Link Whis...
S3; Bonus Episode! “You’re a Miracle!” w/ Mike McHargue (‘Science Mike”)
January 17, 2021 17:00 - 49 minutes - 90.5 MBYou all are so patient with me, just like Mike! I have been waiting to release this episode in the right contect and decided to say “F*uck it!” and give it to you now. Enjoy this interview with one of my biggest influences and someone I greatly look up to as a figure of a “healthy” guy. Pick up his new book NOW and if ya like, sign up for our mailing list via the Proxemia link below! ----more---- Show Notes: "You’re a Miracle!" "Cozy Robots" "Finding God in the Waves” The Regulars: Pa...
S3:E2; The Deep West!
October 30, 2020 17:00 - 59 minutes - 110 MBWelcome to the show The Deep West! We have been enjoying their tune for a few seasons and now we get to sit down with the guys behind the magic, Adam, and Joey! Give their new song and our intro tune, "Giving Up" a listen TODAY!----more---- Show Notes: The Deep West; "Giving Up" Song Music Video The Regulars: Patron: Link Whiskey & Ry: Instagram Twitter Ryan Charles Brown: Instagram Twitter The Deep West: Instagram----more---- *I have removed all ads from our Podcast stream. Going fo...
S3:E1; We Are Back! (Apologies & Expectations)
October 27, 2020 02:59 - 1 hour - 119 MBYes, we are back and yes we are sorry for leaving so quickly! I hope you enjoy our first episode of season 3 and hear a little bit about what has been going on since March and the beginning of COVID "stay at home" guidelines. (How is THAT for being f'in PC haha.) I am working on expectations, setting them, sticking to them, etc. It isn't easy but I am working it out and I hope you can relate to my story a bit. Make sure to download the song The Fear of Letting Go" by Too Close To Touch. And...
S2:E8; Michael Kinsman!
July 15, 2020 18:55 - 1 hour - 187 MB*Note* This episode was pre-recorded. For this reason, we do not discuss George Floyd, Breonna Taylor, or the many rallies for equality that occurred across the nation. We FULLY support BLACK LIVES and are learning ways we can be more effective in the pursuit of justice. - Ryan and the Whiskey & Ry team.----more---- Michael Kinsman brings his knowledge and wits to the show this week! Michael, among MANY other things, curates an Instagram page called @thewinepastor where he shares his food an...
S2:E7; Ruth Schmidt!
July 07, 2020 00:00 - 1 hour - 158 MB*Note* This episode was pre-recorded. For this reason, we do not discuss George Floyd, Breonna Taylor, or the many rallies for equality that occurred across the nation. We FULLY support BLACK LIVES and are learning ways we can be more effective in the pursuit of justice. - Ryan and the Whiskey & Ry team. Join me in welcoming Ruth Schmidt! Ruth is an incredible Pastor and Director for Fuller's Brehm Center in Pasadena, CA. In this episode, Ruth and I talk about her career in advertising and h...
S2:E6; "How men express their emotions; The Good, the Bad and the in-between."
May 12, 2020 00:00 - 58 minutes - 106 MBFollowing the last episode where we discussed patience, we now pick up the discussion with how men are likely to default expressing their feelings based on things that happened to them during their childhood. If men are introduced to their own sexuality before they know what to do with it, as I was, the chances of them having issues with their sexual expression as adults could be substantial. But that is not an excuse to do nothing about it. Men can learn how to express themselves in a manne...
S2:E5; "COVID-19, Patience and Partnership during quarentine."
May 05, 2020 00:00 - 1 hour - 123 MBHey, all you crazy cats and kittens! Just kidding, but...Carole killed her husband and fed him to the tigers. Let's just get that outta the way! In this episode, I share with you updates on building virtual communities to help curb the negative effects of social distancing. I also share some thoughts on COVID-19 and what it has been like for me to be both a parent and a romantic partner during this time of quarantine. It's not been pretty but it has taught me so much! Lastly, I talk about ...
S2:E4; "Super Tuesday, My Favorite Skin Care products and Mr. Rogers."
March 10, 2020 00:00 - 55 minutes - 101 MBIn this episode, I talk about the Super Tuesday results, share some of my favorite skincare products/grooming tips, and also give a review of, A Beautiful Day in the Neighborhood. It was a fun one to record! *Don't forget to become a "Founder" of Whiskey & Ry by joining our Patreon at the $25 level. Lifetime access to W&R content plus video streams of all the Podcasts!!! ----more---- The Regulars: Patron: Link Whiskey & Ry: Instagram Twitter Ryan Charles Brown: Instagram Twitter Th...
S2:E3; “Partnership” featuring my partner/wife, Jennette!
February 25, 2020 01:00 - 2 hours - 230 MBAnother one of my "dream episodes” is fulfilled this week as I welcome my wife/partner, Jennette, to the show to talk about partnership. She was such an incrediable guest! I hope you enjoy hearing some of the ins and outs of our everyday life together, working on becoming the best partners we can be for one another. Working towards healthy partnership is not always sexy, but we sure try to make it through stronger with better communication. Thanks for tuning in!----more---- Show Notes: Jen...
S2:E2; “Overcoming Monday"
February 11, 2020 01:00 - 1 hour - 128 MBThis episode explores how men can "show up" as their best selves, even if they start the week off on the wrong foot. Brad Pitt makes his way into the conversation again but this time it's about how his looks may have overshadowed his above-average acting abilities and in a way prevented him from winning awards throughout his career. Want to support Whiskey & Ry and become an exclusive founding member? Visit the Patreon link to join up!----more---- Show Notes: Brad Pitt and The Beauty Trap;...
S2:E1; "Re-Ignite The Pilot"
January 14, 2020 01:00 - 1 hour - 126 MBWelcome back, friends! This episode kicks off 2020 with some updates as well as a new idea I am trying with 15 min. segments on various topics supporting healthy masculinity. Let me know what you think! Also, you can now support Whiskey & Ry via Patreon. Visit the new link under "The Regulars" and check out the various perks at each level. Thanks for listening and Happy New Year!----more---- Show Notes: Enneagram: Link Myers-Briggs: Link Gallups Strength's Finders: Link Article by Peggy...
Elliott Morgan
October 29, 2019 02:00 - 1 hour - 161 MBElliott Morgan is a comedian from Central Florida known for posting hilarious videos on YouTube and is also part of the sketch comedy group, The Valleyfolk. I first saw Elliott perform about 2 years ago and have been following his career ever since. His wit and humor bring light to some of the dark areas of my life such as divorce, religion and finding out who I am as a man. I have him to thank for teaching me how to laugh through some of my life's toughest and most challenging times. Links ...
Bethany McKinney Fox
October 17, 2019 20:00 - 1 hour - 140 MBBonus Episode!----more---- Bethany McKinney Fox is the author of Disability and the Way of Jesus: Holistic Healing in the Gospel and the Church. She is also the pastor of Beloved Everbody, a community that serves folks with physical and intellectual disabilities, as well as able-bodied folks in Southern California. For Bethany, finding joy means identifying and celebrating and uplifting the gifts of people of all abilities - especially focusing on people with intellectual and developmental d...
Soma Miller
October 16, 2019 20:30 - 1 hour - 133 MBSoma Miller is a men's coach and curator of The Essential Man, a resource guiding men through everyday challenges with blog posts, encouraging quotes and writings. He is also the creator of a 90-day "Masculinity Re-Set." This program is helpful for men that feel a need for change and transition in their lives, but are unsure where to begin or how to identify the area that they are seeking to improve. Soma and I had never had a full conversation before this interview and I am so grateful for ...
Masculinity Conversation in the Media
September 24, 2019 02:00 - 34 minutes - 63.7 MBFor this episode, I explore some articles sent to me by you, the listeners! Visit the links in the show notes for more details on the PBS mini-doc and the interview with Brad Pitt, plus many more links and resources. Interested in helping Whiskey & Ry financially? Links are available in the notes. Thanks for listening! Show Notes: The Culture of Masculinity and its Negative Impact on Men.; Link A Call to Men; Link Brad Pitt article in "Variety"; Link Daring Greatly., Brené Brown; Link ...
Andre Henry
September 10, 2019 02:00 - 1 hour - 159 MBAndre Henry is a writer, speaker, and musician, deep passion for racial justice and social change. He has lectured at universities, worked with community organizers and activists, talked with renowned thought leaders on racial justice, and organized protests actions--all in an effort to be a part of a movement for racial justice. Lastly, Andre is the mastermind behind "Hope & Hard Pills", a community that believes in the power of anti-racism education, equipping folks with resources, and spr...
Jamari White
August 20, 2019 04:43 - 1 hour - 172 MBJamari White is a life coach specializing in empowerment, accountability, helping you understand your vocation and then guiding you to your given purpose. Jamari is about helping people reimagine their impact, and experience more freedom and fulfillment without compromising the core of who they are. You can learn more about his latest project, Being with Black Men, as well as have access to more of Jamari's work by visiting his website. Thank you for coming on the show, Jamari! Show Notes: ...
Steve Baltin
August 06, 2019 01:39 - 1 hour - 144 MBSteve Baltin has written for Billboard, Rolling Stone, the L.A. Times, Yahoo, Vice, and every other major publication as well as host the Hulu interview series Riffing With and teach music journalism for Grammy Camp. Steve has had countless amazing experiences in music, from tea with Neil Young and hanging in a limo with Stevie Wonder to drinking beer bongs with the Foo Fighters in Vegas and being onstage with Skrillex. Thanks for joining me, Steve! Show Notes: The Deep West: Instagram Wh...
Season 1 Recap
July 30, 2019 00:32 - 23 minutes - 43.5 MBIn this Season 1 recap, I will talk deeper about the interviews and topics that have been introduced so far while also giving a quick update on the format of future episodes of Whiskey & Ry. Thanks for listening! Show Notes: The Mask You Live In; Website Dr. Caroline Heldman; Website Dr. Carl Totton; Website The Deep West: Instagram Whiskey & Ry: Instagram Twitter Ryan Charles Brown: Instagram Twitter Donate: PayPal Venmo
My Dad, Gary Brown - Part II
July 23, 2019 00:50 - 1 hour - 111 MBPart II of my interview with my Dad, Gary Brown. Show Notes: The Deep West: Instagram Whiskey & Ry: Instagram Twitter Ryan Charles Brown: Instagram Twitter Donate: PayPal Venmo
My Dad, Gary Brown - Part I
July 16, 2019 03:19 - 44 minutes - 82.2 MBPart I of my interview with my Dad, Gary Brown. Gary Charles Brown served as a Field Medic in the United States Army, successfully completing a tour in Vietnam in 1969. He has since owned his own business, consulted many of the largest health care systems in the country in the area of Risk Management and taught classes in Risk Management at the Graduate Level at Concordia College in Ann Arbor, MI. He is a proud graduate of the University of Texas and holds a Master's Degree from Trinity Uni...
Dr. Carl Totton - Part II
July 09, 2019 02:00 - 42 minutes - 78.6 MBPart II of my interview with Dr. Carl Totton, Psychologist, and Founder of the Taoist Institute in Burbank, CA. Show Notes: Dr. Carl Totton: Website The Deep West: Instagram Whiskey & Ry: Instagram Twitter Ryan Charles Brown: Instagram Twitter
Dr. Carl Totton - Part I
July 02, 2019 01:00 - 40 minutes - 74.3 MBPart I of my interview with Dr. Carl Totton, Psychologist, and Founder of the Taoist Institute in Burbank, CA. Dr. Carl is the creator of the CORE System*, a new method of integrating the ancient roots of the traditional healing, spiritual and martial arts and transforming them to contemporary applications. He applies a holistic approach to healing and his methods have helped me discover many of my personal "blind spots" as we have worked through some hurts from my past. Be sure to check ou...
Dr. Caroline Heldman - Part II
June 25, 2019 00:30 - 32 minutes - 60 MBPart II with Dr. Caroline Heldman, Executive Director of the Representation Project and Professor of Politics at Occidental College in Los Angeles. Show Notes: Dr. Caroline Heldman: Website The Deep West: Instagram Whiskey & Ry: Instagram Twitter Ryan Charles Brown: Instagram Twitter
Dr. Caroline Heldman - Part I
June 18, 2019 01:00 - 43 minutes - 79.1 MBPart I with Dr. Caroline Heldman, Executive Director of the Representation Project and Professor of Politics at Occidental College in Los Angeles. Dr. Carline was one of the original Rideshare folks to encourage me to take this topic of dismantling toxic masculinity and to bring it to a larger audience. I am so grateful for her time and enjoyed every minute of our conversation! I sat down to record this episode with Dr. Caroline a few months back. This will explain some of the references w...
Pilot (Part II)
June 16, 2019 15:00 - 32 minutes - 58.6 MBPart II of the Pilot Episode of Whiskey & Ry Over the past 3 years, Ryan Charles Brown, has given over 5,000 Uber rides around the city of Los Angeles. In this time, he has shared his “coming of age” story with people from all around the world, while also hearing stories from their upbringing as they travel towards a final destination. Some of the items discussed were: rites of passage into “manhood”, what it might mean to “be a man” today and in the future, and how can men participate in d...
Pilot (Part I)
June 15, 2019 15:00 - 34 minutes - 63.7 MBPilot Episode of Whiskey & Ry. Over the past 3 years, Ryan Charles Brown, has given over 5,000 Uber rides around the city of Los Angeles. In this time, he has shared his “coming of age” story with people from all around the world, while also hearing stories from their upbringing as they travel towards a final destination. Some of the items discussed were: rites of passage into “manhood”, what it might mean to “be a man” today and in the future, and how can men participate in dismantling tox...