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ManReimaginedEpisode 38: Men's Retreats: A Journey ReimaginedEver wondered what really goes on at men's retreats?
Do aspects of them appeal to you, but you're put off by others?
Are you curious but unsure about whether they're for you?
Keen to know about a different approach, that doesn't involve theatrical initiation rituals, warpaint, and bellowing into the night?!
Then keep listening. This episode takes a peek behind the scenes as I talk about my experience taking part in, and facilitating men's retreats.
I share my concerns about some of the approaches out there...2023-08-1739 min
ManReimaginedEpisode 37: Being an Elder with David ReisWhat happens to men when they get older?
What role can they still play, and how can they share their life experience and wisdom?
What function can they serve as they enter their 'golden years', for other men and their community, and why do so few men do so in the west?
To answer these questions and find out about the value of being an 'elder', I've invited my friend and mentor David Reis onto the podcast.
This episode was recorded a few months back, and David is...2023-03-3051 min
ManReimaginedEpisode 36: How Men's Work Changed Chris BarthSo many men have an interest in the world of men's work and the personal development journey, but stay on the fringes and prefer to listen or read rather than invest their time and hard-earned money in showing up at a circle, yet alone a retreat.
While this is understandable, I thought I'd share one man's inspiring journey who took the leap and jumped in. In the space of 18 months, Chris Barth went from having no association to men's work or masculinity, to now hosting his own men's circle and empowering other men!
2023-03-2036 min
ManReimaginedEpisode 35: A Good Faith Conversation on Religion with Paul RobsonHow can a lifelong Atheist suddenly find God and become an Orthodox Christian?!?
Is there still a space for religion today?
Why the trend for men (in the U.S. in particular) to look to religion more and more right now?
How is it even relevant, given what science and New Atheism has shown us in the last couple of hundred years?
In this episode, I welcome Paul Robson to help me make sense of this. I called it a 'good faith conversation' not just because I like puns, but because I wanted...2022-10-211h 43
ManReimaginedEpisode 34: Mark Walsh on Embodiment, Trauma, Gender and UkraineIn this very special addition of the Man Reimagined podcast, we welcome internationally renowned embodiment teacher, Mark Walsh.
I wanted to interview Mark in particular because he is not a man that minces words. He talks straight and is refreshingly candid in his views, whilst at the same time coming across as balanced and grounded in his thinking - a welcome thing.
Mark Walsh is the founder of the Embodied Facilitator Course, Embodied Yoga Principles, The Embodiment Podcast and the Embodiment Conference. With an honours degree in psychology, 20+ years of yoga experience and an aikido bl...2022-10-141h 06
ManReimaginedEpisode 33: Breaking Free from Porn Addiction with Jeremy LipkowitzIt's time for us to have an uncomfortable conversation. The porn industry is often talked about as making the internet, being described as the true early adopters. And that may be the case, however, what has been the legacy of that pornification?
In this episode we invite Jeremy Lipkowitz to talk Porn Addiction and the impact that it is having on our lives. Jeremy is a coach and mentor to people working their way through Porn Addiction, and is a recovering addict himself. As such he is able to shed light onto a problem that for many p...2022-08-121h 11
ManReimaginedEpisode 32: Men and Sex - Drew Lawson part 2In this episode we welcome back Drew Lawson.
Last year Drew came on to our podcast and shared an incredible amount of wisdom and insight in the world of sex and intimacy, shedding light into so many different areas that most of us don't talk about because we either have no idea about it (things such as kink and group sex), or because we feel too much shame around it (things like self-doubt, needing to perform etc).
And he did so in such a clear and beautiful way (his wonderfully melodic and poetic English accent made him...2022-07-011h 25
ManReimaginedEpisode 31: Mike Dyson on Father & Son Retreats and Rites of PassageIn this episode we here at ManReimagined are very proud to share with you a wonderful conversation we had with Mike Dyson, the founder of Good Blokes Co, an organisation that runs retreats for men, rights of passage for boys becoming men, and both father/son and mother/son weekends in Australia.
In this episode Mike shares his wisdom and experience about the journey to manhood and the profound learnings he has taken from supporting boys and their parents, as well as what he thinks are the greatest shifts that we can make as men in society. M...2022-06-171h 11
ManReimaginedEpisode 30: An Interview with Steve JamesIn this very special addition of the Man Reimagined podcast, we welcome internationally renowned teacher and practitioner, Steve James.
Steve James travels internationally teaching somatic practices, meditation, as well as leading explorations in contemplative & relational realms. Known for his direct, grounded approach and his enquiry-based ethos, Steve has extensive experience in elite athletic performance, contemplative and spiritual disciplines, the arts, and human behaviour. Steve’s unique range of experiences and understanding of human behaviour, high performance, spirituality, and interpersonal relationships is highly sought after by leading figures at the highest levels of the arts, entertainment, and business. In...2022-06-102h 03
ManReimaginedEpisode 29: How Men Can Build Better, Deeper FriendshipsSince we’ve started this podcast we’ve done a few interviews that have touched on relationships and communication. However, pretty much all of that has been more about communication within intimate relationships.
In this episode we look to dive into how men are at communicating with their mates. What is it we do well, what do we not do so well, and how can we improve?
This is about more than just getting guys to open up to each other and share how they are feeling. This is about how men develop their friendships and...2022-05-201h 03
ManReimaginedEpisode 28: Navigating cancer - One man's journey supporting his wife through Leukemia.In this very personal episode Mal shares the journey he has been on as he has supported his wife Evelyn through her battle with Leukemia.
The intention for this episode is to share what it is like to see a loved one go through the wild downs and ups that cancer can bring, and how it feels to be the primary caregiver through the whole thing. Everything that Mal shares is deeply personal, yet it is also an experience that many people have gone through in the past, and one that many will go through in the f...2022-05-131h 35
ManReimaginedEpisode 27: How to recognise and move beyond the 'Nice Guy Syndrome'Ever heard of Nice Guy Syndrome? Well it's real, and it is affecting more men - and their relationships - than we know.
For example, do you always focus on giving yet are uncomfortable receiving, or tend to avoid conflict at all costs? Do you have difficulty making your own needs a priority in your relationships, or find yourself constantly seek approval from others, especially women? Perhaps you keep attracting the same negative cycles in relationships and can’t figure out how to change...
Becoming aware of, and shifting out of, the Nice Guy Syndrome is...2022-05-0657 min
ManReimaginedEpisode 26: Anxiety Unloaded - A whole new way to get rid of stress and anxietyThis week we dive into a topic that is very close to Mal's heart, and that is understanding and treating stress and anxiety.
In our modern world stress and anxiety have become an epidemic in peoples lives. We all talk about it, yet how many of us actually know what it is? And even less well known is how to treat it and get rid of it.
In this episode we aim to change that for you. For the last 20 years Mal has been working with people on their stress and anxiety, and in this...2022-04-2949 min
ManReimaginedEpisode 25 - Lead By Heart... An interview with James 'Fish' GillIn this first big interview of our second season we are honoured to talk to the inspiring James 'Fish' Gill about his take on communication and relationship.
James is the creator of a whole new way for us as humans to relate to each other. His method incorporates the ancient knowledge of yogic philosophy into the modern need for us to bridge the interpersonal gap and find our way back to a heart centered way of relating to each other.
On his website James describes himself as a communications coach, but if you listen to t...2022-04-2956 minManReimaginedEpisode 24 - Season 2.... A new beginningWe're back and we're... well... As interesting and human as we've ever been! That's right a new season of ManReimagined is here to explore men and where we are in society.
In this first episode of season 2 we look at what's in-store for the year ahead as we seek to build on the momentum we created last year by interviewing more wonderful people and diving into the mystery of being a man in the 21st Century.
We hope you'll join us we restart our journey...2022-04-2226 min
ManReimaginedSpecial Episode: Introducing International Men's DayFor this episode Mal and Rich have taken time out from their break to do a special interview with the man responsible for starting International Men's Day - Jerome Teelucksingh.
Jerome is a history professor from the Island of Trinidad and Tobago (and as a consequence he has a wonderful Carribean accent for you to luxuriate to), and started the movement for recognition of an International Men's Day back in 1999. In this podcast, Jerome shares in a beautiful and articulate way why he started International Men's Day, and what his hopes and dreams are for it. He...2021-11-1054 min
ManReimaginedEpisode 23: Season One Comes To An EndAfter 23 episodes we have decided to take a break - not an ending but a break!
As a consequence, this episode is a reflection on the journey we've been on with ManReimagined over the past 6 months....
The lessons, the insights and the gold that has been shared.
If you have been moved by the journey we've been on over the past few months, then please reach out to us.
We would love to hear from you, your feedback, and if you feel inspired about any of the projects we've been talking about.
...2021-08-1351 min
ManReimaginedEpisode 22: The Value of Self-WorthIn this episode Mal and Rich interview John Niland, founder of the Self-Worth Academy.
Self-Worth is a very misunderstood concept. It is one of the inner acceptance of who we are, something that is very different from self-esteem, which is more an externally validated experience...
Through this episode John takes us through his own journey of self discovery and Self-Worth, sharing a story that we can all aspire to emulate...
To read more about John check out his organisation at www.selfworthacademy.com
For John's book mentioned in the episode (The Self-Worth Safari), check...2021-07-3155 min
ManReimaginedEpisode 21: The experience of being a gay manHave you ever wondered what it is like being a gay man, particularly for those men who lived through the challenging times of the 70's, 80's and in to the 90's - the period when being gay was still outlawed in many places and when AIDS first came on the scene?
In this special episode Mal and Rich invite two men - Kris and Geoff - to share their experiences of how it has been to grow up and live as gay men in the Western world. As men in their 40's and 50's they take us...2021-07-2358 min
ManReimaginedEpisode 20: What is it with Men and Spirituality? So.... Spirituality..... why is it that so many men seem to have a fraught and often disdainful view of this word?
In this episode Mal and Rich begin to explore the incredible tapestry of life that can be experienced by tapping into our inner spirit. They look to break down the difference (as they see it) between spirituality versus religion, and seek to understand why men as a whole seem to be wary of the spiritual journey.
Mal and Rich do this by each of them sharing their own journey and experience of spirituality and the...2021-07-1654 minManReimaginedEpisode 19: What is the Experience of a Single Man Today?Last week we talked to dad's, so this week as a counterpoint we're talking to a 50 year old newly single man to find out what it's like becoming single again in a very different world from his last time out.
In this episode we run the gauntlet of relearning how to be on your own, dating apps, societal expectations of middle aged men, and the changing expectations for both men and women when it comes to meeting people.
To take us through this journey we talk to Martin as he shares the challenges, hopes and...2021-07-091h 00
ManReimaginedEpisode 18: The Joy of Being a Father TodayIn this very special episode Mal and Rich interview 2 dads (well, 3 if you include Mal) about the joys, challenges, and lessons of being a modern dad.
In this wonderfully moving, and at times hilarious interview, the two men - Travis Field and Adam Mahmoud - bring incredibly heart-felt and open insights about what being a dad means to them and how it has shaped their lives. For any of us who want to know what parenting really means to men, then this podcast will illuminate you with some incredible wisdom from some amazing men.
Travis a...2021-07-021h 15
ManReimaginedEpisode 17: What Does it Mean to Be a Sensitive Man?In this episode Mal and Rich look to speak to the experience of what it is like to be a sensitive man.
For many years sensitive men have been often been looked down upon and derided in our society, which has often had a massive effect on those boys growing up with a more sensitive disposition. Recently there has been a change, and sensitivity has become a much more desirable trait in men. However, for many men being sensitive is still a foreign experience, while for those whom sensitivity is a natural state still...2021-06-2542 min
ManReimaginedEpisode 16: How to Develop More Authentic Relationships with Stephanie DickinsonIn this episode Mal and Rich had the pleasure of interviewing Stephanie Dickinson, a specialist in relationships and communication. Over the course of the interview Stephanie enlightens us with the secrets of communication, and how by learning to communicate authentically and openly you can transform even the most challenging relationship (whether that be intimate partner, friend, or family) into a caring, loving, and enriching experience.
This episode is the perfect compliment to our last episode on sex and sexuality, providing another powerful way for us all to connect deeply together as human beings, and in it Rich & S...2021-06-1856 min
ManReimaginedEpisode 15: Men and Sex - The Things We Need to Know and Learn with Drew LawsonWant to transform your intimate relationships and your whole experience around sex? This is the episode for you.....
In this episode Mal and Rich invite Drew Lawson onto the show to talk about sex, intimacy, and all the things men need to understand about the sexual dynamics within themselves and with their partners.
Drew is a sexologist, somatic therapist, and a man who has spent many years exploring the world of neo-tantric practices. Through this amazing interview you will be invited into the world of real sexual intimacy. Drew...2021-06-1159 min
ManReimaginedEpisode 14: The Harsh Reality For Men That No One Is Talking AboutIn this episode Mal and Rich explore some of the tragic statistics that surround men, their mental health, and their overall contentment with life (or lack there of). To do this they take a different approach, one where Mal has no idea what Rich is going to say, or bring to his attention.
They do this in order to see just what kind of an impact some of the statistics actually have on Mal as they are read out. And in many instances it is obviously very surprising and confronting for them both as they face the r...2021-06-0454 minManReimaginedEpisode 13: How are Men Handling the Dissolution of Gender Roles?Over the last two generations, there has been a movement away from gender-based roles in relationships, work, and identity.....
So how are men handling it?
In this episode of ManReimagined Mal and Rich take a good, honest look at the impact on men of the changed landscape around gender and our roles in society.
Coming from the perspective that the evolution of gender equality is a good thing, Mal and Rich reflect on what men are doing well in relation to the changes, and also consider what are we struggling with.
As th...2021-05-2844 min
ManReimaginedEpisode 12: Embodiment And How Can it Transform Men with Gary JoplinSo what the hell is this term embodiment? In the previous couple of episodes the word embodiment has appeared as Mal and Rich have run the gamut on the topics of emotion and touch, introducing the idea that connecting back into our bodies is an incredibly powerful journey for men to make.
In this episode they want to try and get a deeper understanding of what embodiment actually is, and why it is such a vital thing for men to discover. To help them do this they have invited in Gary Joplin - a m...2021-05-2158 minManReimaginedEpisode 11: What is it with Men and Touch?In this episode Mal and Rich explore the topic of Men and touch, and in particular, why is it that many men in western cultures (especially anglophile cultures) struggle with touching and hugging each other?
In fact even just asking this question can lead to all sorts of scorn, ribbing, and discomfort amongst men. This being the case, what is the consequence of our difficulty with touch? How does it impact our own personal wellbeing and our sense of connection? What do we think are our fears around touch, and why is it so hard for so...2021-05-1441 minManReimaginedEpisode 10: The Trickiest Relationship: Men and EmotionsIn this episode Mal and Rich dive into the massive subject of emotion. Men often get accused of not expressing how they are feeling enough and that as a consequence relationships can be challenging...
Is this fair? Do men in reality struggle to express emotion? If so, what are some of the reasons that it may be true?
And what is emotion, and what does it mean to be able to express it?
After exploring what emotion actually is Mal and Rich explore what it means to express emotion in a healthy...2021-05-0741 min
ManReimaginedEpisode 9: Karina Guthrie interviews Rich and MalEpisode 9 does an about flip. In this episode Karina comes back and interviews Mal and Rich, asking the questions that she would like to know about men.
With Mal and Rich on the hot seat this episode provides a completely different take on how it is to be a man today, with Karina asking a variety of different questions than haven't been asked until now...
This episode provides another level of insight into the ever-evolving dynamic between men and women and highlights the value of bringing people together to talk ..... and listen!2021-04-3057 min
ManReimaginedEpisode 8: What is Men's Work Part 2 - The Value Men Get From Sitting in CircleThis episode is a continuation of last week's podcast where Rich and Mal explore the field of Men's Work.
This week they take a deeper dive into the world of men's circles and look to bring some light to another often misunderstood practice. Both Rich and Mal are long time, enthusiastic participants of men's circles and in this podcast they look to share just how much they get out of it, and also how a good circle is to be run.
If you, or any man you know, think yo...2021-04-2343 min
ManReimaginedEpisode 7: What is Men's Work?In this episode Rich and Mal dive into the mysterious, and often misunderstood, world of men's work.
They attempt to bring clarity to the whole field by talking about the history of men's work and showing that really it is the history of men and humanity. They also seek to dispel this notion that somehow men's work is not masculine enough, but rather show that it could very well be the place that men need to go in order to break through the challenges we are facing and get the support that we all n...2021-04-1640 minManReimaginedEpisode 6: Men Moving ForwardIn this episode Rich and Mal take their first steps in exploring where to from here for men.
The last few episodes have been a reflective and honest look at where men are now, particularly in relationship to women and this designation of toxic masculinity. Now it is time to start exploring: what is the potential of men, and how do we get there?
They start the episode by recapping the previous interview with Karina, which then springboards them into the whole premise of the podcast: namely that men fa...2021-04-0936 min
ManReimaginedEpisode 5: A Woman's Perspective on Male Violence with Karina GuthrieIn this episode Rich and Mal speak to Karina Guthrie to get her perspective on what it is like to be a woman around men.
Karina is a yoga teacher trainer and mentor. She provides training courses, continuing education programs and one-on-one support for dedicated teachers and students of yoga. She is currently completing a PhD at the University of Otago on ‘The history of women’s participation in Hatha Yoga ritual’.
In this conversation, she offers her personal experience only. Her views are her own. She is not a gender studies expert and does not work...2021-04-0253 minManReimaginedEpisode 4: Why the Silence from Men around Violence towards Women?This week's episode was inspired by International Women's Day and in particular some of the horrific stats about violence towards wonen perpetrated by men. Why is this still going on and why is there so little noise by men to shift these horrible statistics? Rich and Mal ask when will men take responsibility for what is going on, and why have we not until now? They also get really honest and ask themselves in what way are they contributing to the silence and how can they make changes?
It is our hope that through t...2021-03-2336 minManReimaginedEpisode 3: Exploring Toxic MasculinityOver the last couple of years the term Toxic Masculinity has sprung into our consciousness and vernacular, but what does it actually mean? In this episode Mal and Rich attempt to unpick this term, trying to see if they can understand where it came from and what it means for men, boys and society to have this label of toxic masculinity. They question what are men being asked to confront, and change, about themselves through this label, and they also don't shy away from asking the question is this label fair?
Join Mal and R...2021-03-2334 minManReimaginedEpisode 2: What does Masculinity mean today?In this episode Mal and Rich attempt to break down what is the meaning of this often misunderstood and quite loaded word? They look at what is positive about modern masculinity and what we could do better, and also explore the difference between the term masculine and male gender.
They also spend sometime looking at femininity from a men's perspective and the way the two intertwine. In this episode they stay away from the topic of 'toxic masculinity'.... Saving it for its own 30 mins in the next episode! 2021-03-2340 minManReimaginedEpisode 1: Man Reimagined beginsIn this first episode Rich and Mal introduce themselves and their concept around Man Reimagined.
Like any first episode they seek to draw you in with wisdom, insight, and humour, of which sometimes they succeed and sometimes they show themselves to be just what they are: Two middle aged men stumbling around blindly trying to make sense of the world.2021-03-1834 min