What does it mean to be masculine in the modern age?
In this episode, Thom strips the discussion back, questioning not just the premise of masculinity, but also the premise of modernity.
Thom invites us to reset our expectations of ourselves and others, and to reevaluate our apparent need to compartmentalize behaviors.
Episode Highlights:
[00:45] Terribly Modern
[03:16] What Does It Means to Be a Human?
[05:31] Journey from Zygote to Human
[07:27] Omnisexuality: Our True Nature
[11:22] The Crazy Tiger
[13:58] Cultural Inventions
[16:14] Ardhanarishvara: The Balance of Masculine and Feminine
[18:04] Being vs. Doing: What It Means to Be Human
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Registration is now open for Thom’s only rounding retreat for 2026, in Sedona from May 21-25.
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You’ll enjoy delicious retreat-friendly meals and the beauty and healing powers of the Red Rocks of Sedona.
Register before February 28th and you’ll save $500 on your retreat fee.
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