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The ManspaceEp 214. Is AI Ruining My Relationship, Pt. 2!Send us a textSpacemen, in an act of defiance, I am not using AI to write this. Believe it or not, I never do. On today's episode, we explore the dark side of AI and how relying on it can create confirmation bias and really mess up relationships. Stop asking chat about your spouse. You're putting in biased information, so you'll get biased feedback. No bueno. Instead, listen to The Manspace Podcast. KeywordsAI, relationships, communication, emotional distance, validation, therapy, technology, intimacy, marriage, divorce
2025-10-2256 minThe ManspaceEp. 202 What If My Marriage Sucks? ...But What If It Doesn't?Send us a textSpaceCadets! Don't worry. I didn't demote you. I just needed a different intro. Keeping it fresh. Because today, we talk about how you can focus on the right things and maybe things won't suck as much as we think. Listen in and be grateful for The Manspace. Keywordsmarriage, communication, technology, gratitude, positivity, relationships, therapy, education, self-confidence, parentingTakeawaysHumor can be a powerful tool in parenting and relationships.Education and degrees can influence perceptions in therapy.Practicing gratitude c...
2025-08-2743 min
Definitely Not TherapyFrom Rock Bottom to Real Purpose - Steve’s Mental Health Recovery JourneyThis week on Definitely Not Therapy, we’re bringing you a powerful, emotional, and incredibly honest mental health conversation with Steve, a man I once worked with—but who’s walked one of the hardest journeys imaginable.At one point, Steve was living in complete isolation—alone in a cramped bedsit, struggling with depression, no family or friends to lean on, and no hope for tomorrow. Like many men battling mental health issues, he didn’t have the language to describe his pain, let alone ask for help.But this episode isn’t about hopelessness.It’s abo...
2025-07-281h 16The ManspaceEp. 197 Relying on Other MenSend us a textSpacemen, let's get intimate. I mean, don't we do that on every episode? Well, we don't really do it on this episode. But we do talk about how important it is to connect with other men and how research supports the idea of men spending time together. So, tell your wife it's boys night, listen to the Manspace, and head out to Buffalo Wild Wings...except not really. It's not very good. I don't know. I don't see what the big deal is. Lots of TV's, yes. But the food is meh. Maybe...
2025-07-2350 minThe ManspaceEp. 194 Is Stress Exhausting You?Send us a textManmaste Spacemen. Today's not a mindfulness episode, but we do talk about stress. Cause guess what, you're probably too stressed. The annoying part about stress is that it's like the frog in the boiling pot--we don't always notice it killing us slowly. Lucky for you, the Manspace is here. We'll guide you through knowing and understanding how stress is affecting you and how it might be exhausting you. So calm down and listen in. Keywordsexhaustion, stress, masculinity, emotional awareness, self-discovery, health, change, co...
2025-07-0256 minThe ManspaceEp. 191 Learning to Live Without: Lessons from Sailing with PhoenixSend us a textAhoy Spacemen! Today on the show, Mike and Rob talk about Sailing with Phoenix. If you don't know who that is, are you even living your life vicariously through social media? Spaceman, get on my level. Mostly, we talk about how there is real advantages to learning to live without things. It's not always good to get anything you want whenever you want. Try cutting some stuff off. I mean, I'm not suggesting a finger or anything, but maybe social media or something. Just not The Manspace. No one should live w...
2025-06-0454 minThe ManspaceEp. 190 The Manspace Vs. The ManosphereSend us a textSpacemen, unite against the Manosphere. On today's episode, Matt, Mike, and Rob correct some harmful thinking that is perpetuated by the manosphere (men online who buy into the 'Red Pill' philosophy--to be honest, it's pretty sexist). We challenge the sexist ideas as damaging to women, men, and relationships. And we propose a rallying call to be a better man to help raise a generation of better men. Mount up!Keywordsband reunion, graduation, Manosphere, red pill philosophy, relationships, differentiation, mentoring, young men, emotional health, self-awareness
2025-05-2848 minThe ManspaceEp. 188 Work/Life Balance? What's That?Send us a textSpaceEmployees! Gather for a space-wide mandatory meeting as we discuss office politics and how you are balancing your work life with your personal life. Keep in mind, balance doesn't always mean equal time. So, you should probably be giving MORE time to The Manspace. I might be off about that. I can't remember what I said in the episode, but it was probably something like that. But, I do know that Mike and Rob break down the sometimes messed up ways we view work and the balance we strike with it. S...
2025-05-1444 minThe ManspaceEp. 181 Are You Driven By Money or Fame?Send us a textSpacemen, you vain men. On today's episode, we talk about what drives your behavior. Specifically, we talk about Dr. Arthur Brooks and his concepts of what drives us toward happiness. Matt, Mike, and Rob talk about Money, Honor, Pleasure, or Power--Dr. Brooks' concepts--and which one drives them. Guess which one Rob's is...I may have just let it slip. But listen in and find out. KeywordsManspace, motivations, power, money, pleasure, honor, personal identity, mental healthTakeaways
2025-03-261h 00The ManspaceEp. 174 The Manspace Book Club: The Coddling of the American MindSend us a textSpaceBruhs! Sup. Go get your readers and other nerd glass-type accessories and come get your club on. But the book club kind, not the cool kind of club. On today's episode, we're discussing The Coddling of the American Mind. To be honest, this book might be controversial for some. But it shouldn't be. There's some very helpful stuff in this book. Like, slowing down to listen to other points of view, encouraging resilience in your kids, and challenging your own beliefs. So, get your nerd on. Next book is Le...
2025-02-0552 minThe ManspaceEp. 170 The Importance of TraditionsSend us a textHappy Holidays Space-suckas! On today's episode, we talk about traditions. What's good about them, what's not good. Mike sounds like a real dreamboat because he's so deliberate about his traditions. But, the gist is traditions are important. They help us understand ourselves and create meaning. So make the Manspace a tradition. Listen in. KeywordsChristmas traditions, holiday rituals, family values, significance of traditions, client relationships, holiday greetings, new traditions, cultural significanceTakeawaysChristmas traditions can be both meaningful and burdensome.The significance...
2024-12-1855 minThe ManspaceEp. 169 Get Enlightened! Book Review: The Celestine ProphecySend us a textLook spacemen, Imma be real honest. We let you down with this book. Let's just say it leaves you wanting more? Or maybe, not wanting more? I don't know which of those is bad. Luckily, we the supreme commanders of Manspace Control still managed to pull out some real gems for you. Specifically, we talk about the importance of connecting to something higher or bigger than yourself. And we talk about the power of connecting with people around you. So, settle in and prepare to not read the book. But the...
2024-12-1158 minThe ManspaceEp. 167 Maybe You're NOT the Problem.Send us a textLook spacemen, it takes a true spaceman to admit when they're wrong and an even truer one to admit when their wife is wrong. On today's episode, we do just that. We don't actually admit to being wrong, but Mike and Rob talk about how men are the problem in relationships. We're not saying women are, but we are saying we need to stop blaming men for everything. You're doing a good job. Could you do better? Sure! That's why you listen to The Manspace (which, coincidentally, is how I know...
2024-11-2044 minThe ManspaceEp. 166 Laugh it Off: The Importance of Humor in RelationshipsSend us a textDudes. You should laugh at stuff more. Honestly, when was the last time you laughed your crack off? I mean, besides the Manspace, obviously. Turns out humor is extremely helpful. On today's episode, Matt, Mike, and Rob break down how humor can enhance our relationships, increase connection, and improve creativity. You should listen to the episode and then make a fart joke during your next fight. It'll totally work. Maybe. keywordshumor, sarcasm, relationships, communication, therapy, pop culture, emotional intelligence, self-deprecating humor, interpersonal dynamics, coping m...
2024-11-1339 min
How Do You Say That?!Peter Dickson: The one with the Booming Manspace!In this episode of “How Do You Say That?!” sponsored by Voxbox, that guy off The X Factor, Peter Dickson joins Sam and Mark to talk about his 40 years at the top of VO, why visualisation is such a powerful tool, and how to play a script without going over the top.Get involved! Have you got a Wildcard suggestion that we should try or an idea for the show? Send it to us via Mark or Sam's social media or email it directly to podcast@britishvoiceover.co.ukScript 1Are you a man?
2024-09-2736 minThe ManspaceEp. 158 Can Men Be Emotionally Abused?Send us a textSpacePeeps. Let's get our casting on. On today's episode, Matt, Mike, and Rob talk about emotional dynamics in relationships and why men are sometimes willing to put up with or may not know they are experiencing emotional abuse. It's a complex term and problem, and today we're just beginning the conversation. But there are many men who accept treatment they shouldn't. We talk about why that happens and how to change that in a healthy way. So, head to the drink store and get your manspace on. It's spacecasting time.
2024-09-1846 minThe ManspaceEp. 155 Be a Man. Get a Hobby.Send us a textSup Spacemen. It's me, the spaciverse. Welcome to another episode. Today, Mike and Rob talk about hobbies and all the benefits that come with them. If you're wondering, you'll feel more confident, and have more joy and fulfillment in your life. So get down to the hobby shop and pick up a pinewood derby car, pop a squat and whittle that bad-boy down while you engage in your other hobby: The Manspace!keywordshobbies, benefits of hobbies, social connection, hobbies, challenge, development, fulfillment, joy, interests, accomplishment
2024-08-281h 02The ManspaceEp. 152 Finding Truth in MediaSend us a textBruhs. I'm getting sigma on this skibidi ohio. That way, my social media platform will take off. On today's episode, Mike and Rob talk about how to understand 'truth' we find on the internet and social media. And when I say 'talk about,' I really mean Rob rants for a while.Basically, it matters to be careful about what you consume and trust on the internet. Make sure you do your own research before you run off and start sharing your wisdom. Only listen to The Manspace. We'll never lead...
2024-08-0756 minThe ManspaceEp. 145 Stop Beating Yourself UpSend us a textCome on now, space-cyborg! You're not so bad! In fact, I dare say you might even be a real stand-up guy. Probably doing better than you think. And we'll talk about that today on The Manspace. Matt, Mike, and Rob explore how we beat ourselves up and hold ourselves to unrealistic standards that usually do us no good. We'll talk about self-compassion and will say it in the most cheesy, unsettling of ways. So, pull up a chair. Be nice to yourself. Listen to The Manspace. Keywords
2024-06-121h 04The ManspaceEp. 144 Silence, But In A Different WaySend us a textShhhh. The Manspace is on. On today's episode, we record dead air for you to *not* listen to. Fine. Not really. But we DO talk about it. I know what you're thinking. "Hey Rob, didn't you guys just barely talk about silence?" Yes, Spaceman, we did. But before, we talked about knowing the times it's good to be quiet in relationships and conversations. This time, it's more using silence as a meditative state. We talk about why it's helpful and how to make it a more deliberate focus. So gather your friends a...
2024-06-0550 minThe ManspaceEp. 135 What's a Guy To Do? Speak Up For YourselfSend us a textThis is ground control to spacemen. Come in spacemen. And welcome to another exciting installment of The Manspace Podcast. On today's episode, AI is pretty sure we just talked about "understanding the drive behind emphasis." Come on AI. If you want to be my supreme overlord, you're gonna have to up your game a little.In actuality, in this episode, Matt shares a story about a dude making complaint at a Thai restaurant. Then Matt, Mike, and Rob explore what happened and how this complaint seemed to carry so much weight...
2024-04-0352 minThe ManspaceEp. 129 Say No to Your KidSend us a textLook. I don't have any funny jokes for this one, Okay? I just think we need to say no to our kids more often. We're not doing them any favors telling them yes all the time or letting them decide everything for themselves. I'm sure your kids are really smart and stuff, but kids don't know anything. They need someone how does know something to help them learn. Luckily, Matt, Mike, and Rob are here to help you learn and then, by extension, help your kid learn. So really, The Manspace i...
2024-02-2144 minThe ManspaceEp. 127 How to Have the Perfect Valentine's DaySend us a textHey there Spacemen. This time of year can stress a lot of us out. How do we make sure we plan the perfect valentine's day? If you go too small, it looks like you don't care. If you go to big, it looks like you have ulterior motives. What's a guy to do? Don't worry. You can ALWAYS count on The Manspace. We, once again, have the answers. Mike and Rob break down how to have the most perfectest ever V-Day. And we should know. We looked it up on Goo...I...
2024-02-0747 minThe ManspaceEp. 125 Finding Good Couples TherapySend us a textWe know you spend most of your free time listening and relistening to The Manspace Podcast. And we know what you try to get your spouse to listen so we can shed some light on you and your relationship. But we also know The Manspace Podcast can only take you so far. Sometimes you need someone to get into it with you and help you and your partner see what you can't see alone. Unfortunately, we can't see all of the spacemen in the space-iverse for therapy. So if you've reached t...
2024-01-2443 minThe ManspaceEp. 124 Stop SettlingSend us a textOn today's episode, we offer up some mediocre morsels. And you'll take it and you won't complain. Just kidding. Why settle for mediocrity? Matt, Mike, and Rob talk about settling and ways men just take what they can get. We offer some solutions if you feel like you've been settling lately:What's in your control? Speaking up for yourselfBeing curious about others' experiences while taking accountability ...and many more. So many hits, you won't believe it all fits in one episode. But they do. Somehow, they do. So listen in. Share the go...
2024-01-1753 minThe ManspaceEp. 122 Overcoming Barriers to IntimacySend us a textWant more intimacy in your life? You should. Not just sexual intimacy, all forms of intimacy. On today's episode, Matt, Mike, and Rob break down how to be more deliberate about creating the kind of intimacy you want. We discuss: Making time to do it, even scheduling. Sharing more of your experience, rather than the details. High fiving more. That last one isn't discussed. I just wanted to see if you're still reading. But honestly, could high fiving more hurt your intimacy? I would argue not. I...
2024-01-0348 minThe ManspaceEp. 120 Five Tips for Bringing Up IssuesSend us a textMany men feel like they can't bring things up in their relationship. Either because they "don't care," or because there's no point anyway. Unfortunately, that's bad for men and bad for relationships. Well don't worry. Manspace will save you. On today's episode, Matt and Rob (Mike was mysteriously missing) discuss 5 tips to bringing things up in your relationship, with a couple of bonus tips. Things like: 1. Know what you're bringing up2. State things directly3. Be careful about how you receive things4. Avoid pointing blame5. Advocate for yo...
2023-12-1345 minThe ManspaceEp. 118 Tips for Overcoming DepressionSend us a textOn this week's episode, Matt and Rob get real lonely without Mike. I mean, it's not like Mike's gone from the show or anything, but he did move and he wasn't on the episode. We had to go eat at a mediocre sandwich shop in Houston without him. It was rough. Luckily, today's episode is packed with tips to help men overcome, or at least work productively on, depression. We talk about things we tell our clients and things that the more famous experts say. I know. What experts could possibly b...
2023-11-2944 minThe ManspaceEp. 116 What If One Partner Decides to Change?Send us a textI'm not going to lie, you're going to get really annoyed at the suit metaphor in this episode. Just go watch The Bear and you'll love it. On today's episode, we talk about how couples manage when one person changes in a 'dramatic' way. All people change over time and every couple has to adjust, but sometimes, one person makes a departure from shared beliefs or core couple principles and it's very hard for the other to adjust. It can happen with faith, sexuality, finances, or not understanding Weezer. So, go w...
2023-11-0849 minThe ManspaceEp. 115 Are You Overparenting?Send us a textWhen was the last time you let your kid fall out of a tree? Wait, maybe just climb a tree? Or when was the last time you let your kid drive alone across the country? Never you say? Sounds like someone might be overparenting. You might know it as helicopter parenting when parents are constantly hovering over their kids to make sure they never get hurt. It's been increasing in parenting over the past few decades. In fact, it's gotten so rampant, we don't even hover from a distance. Now, parents a...
2023-11-0150 minThe ManspaceEp. 113 Awakened vs. Achieving BrainSend us a textDo you remember the rules for I before E? Me neither. Like right there? How come it's neither, but it's also achieve? I'll tell you why. And it's not because English makes no sense. It's because we all need a little balance in our lives. Like, sometimes, imma put that I before the E. Sometimes I'm not. Sometimes, I'm just going to spell it wrong. I can't be bound to one way of thinking and a bunch of rigid rules. And that is today's episode...if I really stretch it. Matt, Mike, a...
2023-10-1849 minThe ManspaceEp. 110 Accepting Your KidsSend us a textWe've talked before about how it can be hard to like your kids. But, let's be honest--our generation was the last good one. All the ones below ours are just wastes of space with weird ideas and lazy attitudes. Have you ever considered that that is a common refrain for EVERY generation? We all think the ones below us are doomed. Yet, somehow they keep progressing. So, on today's episode, Matt, Mike, and Rob talk about how to skip the line and get on board now with meeting your kids where t...
2023-09-2746 min
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2023-09-2555 minThe ManspaceEp. 109 Men and Loneliness...Now with More LonelinessSend us a textTurns out, we did not cure loneliness with our last episode on loneliness. So this time, Matt, Mike, and Rob REALLY look at it. Not like before when we only sort of looked at it. Like, we work to define it so you know if you're lonely or not. In case you couldn't tell before and you need the Manspace to tell you how you feel. And of course we figure out how to overcome it. Spoiler, it takes work. Apparently loneliness is kind of a huge problem for men. Like hu...
2023-09-2050 minThe ManspaceEp. 108 Can The Barbie Movie Help Men?Send us a textSup my fellow Kens. Let me start by saying, you are Kenough. Also, The Barbie Movie was super good. If you haven't seen it, shame on you. You call yourself an enlightened man and you haven't even seen Barbie? Do you even fight the patriarchy bro? I know, Barbie movie is so last month. And I know Barbie movie has been a little controversial. But we here at the Manspace like to wade into the waters of controversy when the ripples have settled and there's no more waves. Safety first, I always sa...
2023-09-1357 minThe ManspaceEp. 103 Influencing the People in Your LifeSend us a textI was going to call this "How to win friends and influence people," but I bet that's already the title of something. On today's episode, Matt, Mike, and Rob break down how to influence the people in your life to shape behaviors and outcomes. Spoiler alert: you should manipulate. Kidding. Don't do that. Even though it says MAN in it, don't do it. You should, however, use love. Cause that's what men do. And luckily, The Manspace is here to help you do that. Listen in. And WATCH in. Watch on? ...w...
2023-08-0957 minThe ManspaceEp. 102 Fathering After DivorceSend us a textSup bruhs? Who's ready for another episode? Well buckle up. Today, Mike and Rob try to fill the void of Matt and talk about being a father after divorce. Rob gives a LOT of disclaimers. Here's one more: divorce is really freaking hard. In no way are we speaking FOR all men, nor TO all men. We hope this episode will help any man, divorced or not, consider the kind of father they are and the kind of father they want to become. We know that Spacemen are actively engaged in improving themselves...
2023-08-0257 minThe ManspaceEp. 101 Fathers in MediaSend us a textEver feel like men look like idiots in media? Like in commercials we're just bumbling buffoons who can't do anything right (except in Cialis commercials)? Well we challenge that idea on today's episode. Mike quizzes Matt and Rob about how fathers are perceived and we talk about how to shift those perceptions. Head over to our social TikTok and join the conversation about best and worst portrayals of men and fathers. Then come back and listen to more Manspace and end up in a manly vortex of wisdom and knowledge!
2023-07-2652 minThe ManspaceWhat's the Right Age to Marry and Have Kids?Send us a textToday's episode might be really pertinent for some of you and create enormous amounts of regret for others of you. It could go either way. On the other hand, do we ever draw a hard line on anything? We're pretty amenable dudes, right? I bet you'll learn something either way. On today's episode, we talk about the right time to get married and have kids. Of course, Rob has an opinion and thinks he's really smart. Seriously, that guy kills me. But there's space for ALL men in the Manspace. So, l...
2023-06-2159 minThe ManspaceReframing MenSend us a textA lot of men try to do good things with good motivations, only to be called insensitive or a jerk. Has that ever happened to you? Well, thankfully, your fellow spacemen are here for you. Matt, Mike, and Rob break down interactions and reframe them. Knowing how to reframe things goes a long way and can really give you a break, not to mention help see your spouse differently. For example, you could say, Rob is lazy because he doesn't do REAL show notes. And yes, that is one way of l...
2023-06-0757 minThe ManspaceAre Men Falling Behind?Send us a textResearch shows boys are falling behind, almost across the board. Not just falling behind girls, but falling behind expectations and development. This week gets a little contentious as Mike and Rob argue about what that means as what can be done about it. Thankfully, Matt steps in and provides direction and reason. All Hail Matt! Seriously, research shows men are fairing worse than they used to, which has consquences for men, their children, and their families, as well as for women. We talk about how we can move men forward while a...
2023-05-311h 02The ManspaceHow Do Men React to Getting the Attention They WantSend us a textWhat happens when you get the thing you've been asking for? Do you freak out and ruin it? Do you lean in to get more? Maybe you pass it off like you didn't really want it, but they did. Like, I'm not crying, you're crying! Well, don't worry. As per usual, we have you covered on the Manspace. Matt, Mike, and Rob challenge some of the ideas we have about men, attachment, and vulnerability. We'll make you so comfortable with getting what you're asking for that you'll get even more--creating an out-of-control positive f...
2023-05-1753 minThe ManspaceWhen Should You Commit to a Relationship?Send us a textFeeling something for that special someone? Not sure if it's time to take it to the next level of commitment? On your next date, just put Matt, Mike, and Rob in your pocket. We'll let you know when it's time to up the ante. Good thing we're here. This week, we talk about what it takes to create the kind of committed relationship that will make it through the long haul. Do we have all the answers? Do we ever not? Try us. And then tell your friends to try us as well...
2023-05-0359 minThe ManspaceRelationship Stages and Mature LoveSend us a textGet ready for a very serious talk. There's not a single joke in this episode. We are serious, mature men how have serious, mature relationships. So get all the potty humor out now; there's no place for it in Mature Manspace. This week, Matt, Mike, and Rob discuss what mature love looks like and how couple can progress through relationship stages. We talk about infatuation, power struggle, commitment, and deep connection and how you might be in one stage in one part of your relationship and different stage in another part. B...
2023-04-051h 09The ManspaceThe Words You Use MatterSend us a textDidn't mean what you said? Said breakfast BURRITO when you meant TACO (a big no-no in Austin, TX)? In this week's episode, Matt, Mike, and Rob carefully choose their words to show you that the things you say (and sometimes don't say) matter. Maybe you should say I love you more. Maybe you could be more positive and encouraging in your speech. Maybe you could watch more Anne of Green Gables. Eh? Or, just listen to The Manspace Podcast. Spread the word! The Manspace is Rad!!
2023-02-011h 16The ManspaceFailure and Recovery with Brian BeanSend us a textThis week, Matt realizes he needs more Mike and Rob in his life and recommits to The Manspace. Mike and Rob benevolently allow Matt back in and talk with Brian Bean, creator of the Real-World Classroom teaching model about his experiences with failure and building back better. We talk about what it takes to make it through failure successfully. Plus, we quote Sam Rockwell. Who doesn't like that guy? Spread the word! The Manspace is Rad!!
2023-01-111h 16The ManspaceNew Year's ResolutionsSend us a textThis week, Matt resolves to do less Manspace and totally ditches Mike and Rob. Without Matt as an anchor, Mike and Rob meander around resolutions and whether they work or not and share tips on how to make them work. We discuss ways to avoid failure and propose a Manspace Resolution in March so you can be more successful with your fellow spacemen. Listen in and get motivated. Spread the word! The Manspace is Rad!!
2022-12-281h 05The ManspaceWhat Should We Teach Our Kids with Papa PorterSend us a textMatt, Mike, and Rob get real generational as Mike and Rob vie for their father's love and acceptance on this week's episode of the Manspace. We talk about what lessons we learned as kids and what should be passed on. Matt catches the plague, but soldiers on. It's really very heroic and quite touching. Spread the word! The Manspace is Rad!!
2022-11-3059 minThe ManspaceMen's Role in SocietySend us a textEver worried you don't know your role as a man in society? Don't worry. Matt, Mike, and Rob will tell you. The Manspace always has the answers. Let's start by knowing ourselves as individuals. Then we can worry about society as a whole. Thanks Manspace. You did it again. Spread the word! The Manspace is Rad!!
2022-11-021h 06The ManspaceIt's Been A YearSend us a textMatt, Mike, and Rob reflect on one year of The Manspace Podcast. We talk about what we've learned and how it's made us better men. It gets REAL share-y. Come reflect with us. Spread the word! The Manspace is Rad!!
2022-08-171h 06The ManspaceIs Compassion More Efficient than Empathy?Send us a textPaul Bloom argues against empathy and in favor of compassion, as compassion involves connecting with someone and then helping lift them out of where they are. Matt, Mike, and Rob debate the merits of compassion vs. empathy. Will we agree with Paul Bloom? Will we give you the justification you need to tell your wife it's not efficient to 'just listen?' Probably not. But you should listen with bated breath. Spread the word! The Manspace is Rad!!
2022-06-291h 04The ManspaceDo Men Suck at Listening?Send us a textMatt, Mike, and Rob take on the stereotype that men suck at listening. Do they really? Are they just listening differently? What were you saying? I wasn't listening. Spread the word! The Manspace is Rad!!
2022-06-221h 17The ManspaceAre Expectations Good?Send us a textMike and Rob fight while Matt mediates a debate about the pros and cons of expectations. Are they necessary? Are they helpful or hurtful? Listen in and find out how mad Rob gets. Spread the word! The Manspace is Rad!!
2022-06-151h 02The ManspaceTalking to Your Kids about SexSend us a textPrepare yourselves. Gather your kids around. Or don't. Listen first, get tips, and prepare to talk to your kids about sex. Matt, Mike, and Rob talk tips for the big talk with your kids. We share our experiences with our own kids and you can bet we nailed it. Spread the word! The Manspace is Rad!!
2022-06-081h 11The ManspaceManhood and Therapy from a Black Man’s PerspectiveSend us a textThis week on The Manspace, Matt, Mike, and Rob talk with Rickey McGowan about his experiences growing up as a black man and what messages he received about manhood and fatherhood. Rickey shares his experience with therapy and we discuss the similarities between men of different cultural and ethnic backgrounds. Rob quotes a movie. Weird, I know. Spread the word! The Manspace is Rad!!
2022-06-011h 15The ManspaceFair (and Effective) Fighting in RelationshipsSend us a textMatt, Mike, and Rob break down fair fighting in relationships and specifically how to make your fights more effective. We discuss if the myth that fighting is bad and talk about some of the benefits that come when its done correctly. And we finally settle who would win in an arm wrestling match. Go watch "Over the Top" and then give a listen!Spread the word! The Manspace is Rad!!
2022-05-251h 14The ManspaceAdapting to Circumstances We Can't ChangeSend us a textMatt, Mike, and Rob get all Frankl-ian and talk about how we handle difficult circumstances we can't change. Is it necessary to find happiness? How do we create meaning in the hard things that happen? What does it take to adapt when things can't change? How do we keep listening when Rob pontificates too much? Listen in to find out. Spread the word! The Manspace is Rad!!
2022-05-181h 15The ManspaceConfronting Our Dark TendenciesSend us a textMatt, Mike, and Rob take a deep dive into the dark recesses of their souls. We look at what we are afraid to confront and show to our partners. And how we can learn to integrate those parts. Get your spelunking gear!Spread the word! The Manspace is Rad!!
2022-05-111h 09The ManspaceBONUS: A Tribute to the Mothers in Our LivesSend us a textMatt, Mike, and Rob get all gushy about the moms in their lives and the unique contribution of women and moms. Listen in. Then call your mom. Spread the word! The Manspace is Rad!!
2022-05-0754 minThe ManspaceDealing with AddictionSend us a textMatt, Mike, and Rob talk with Chance Scott, LCDC, about his experiences with addiction and recovery. We look at how addiction can affect relationships and how to start the process of recovery.Spread the word! The Manspace is Rad!!
2022-05-041h 06The ManspaceWhy Do We Compete In RelationshipsSend us a textOn this week's episode of The Manspace Podcast, Matt, Mike, and Rob discuss why we compete with each other and specifically inside of relationships. As an added bonus, they dive into some of the less-than-smooth things they've said to ladies. It's pretty impressive. Spread the word! The Manspace is Rad!!
2022-04-271h 05The ManspaceYour Kids Will Turn Out FineSend us a textEver worry your kid is worse than other kids? Pretty sure if they don't shape up they'll become homeless crack addicts? Maybe they've done some pretty stupid stuff. Well don't worry! Matt, Mike, and Rob share some of their 'turd' stories and talk about helping kids bounce back from being...dumb. Spread the word! The Manspace is Rad!!
2022-04-201h 05The ManspaceCreating a Collaborative RelationshipSend us a textDo you tend to be too competitive in your relationship? Maybe normal discussions lead to a battle of who will win? Does it seem like collaborating with your partner is really just giving in? Well, Matt, Mike, and Rob can help you be more collaborative and become more effective in your communication. Plus, we collaborate to land on the perfectly harmonized note at the end. It'll blow your mind...and shatter crystal. Spread the word! The Manspace is Rad!!
2022-04-131h 00The ManspaceMen and DepressionSend us a textEver felt like you might be depressed? Maybe not, but you feel like you're burnt out. Or overstressed. Those might be signs you might be dealing with some depression. On this weeks episode, Matt, Mike, and Rob George-Michael-Bluth walk their way into how men are affected by depression and how we can come out of it. Come have a good cry. Spread the word! The Manspace is Rad!!
2022-04-061h 02The ManspaceHandling Toxic PeopleSend us a textDo you have some toxic people in your life? Maybe you feel like you should cut them out. Before you do, join Matt, Mike, and Rob as we discuss the nature of toxicity and toxic relationships and how to handle them in healthier ways than cut-off. Come listen as Rob rants!Spread the word! The Manspace is Rad!!
2022-03-301h 11The ManspaceConnecting Mental and Physical HealthSend us a textOn a very special episode of Dawso...I mean, The Manspace, Matt, Mike, and Rob interview Dr. Josh Novak of Auburn University. We dive deep into the benefits of physical health on our minds and our relationships. Dr. Josh shares both personal and research insights on how exercise and taking care of our body is connected to a better mental and relational state. Go grab a dumbbell and listen up!Spread the word! The Manspace is Rad!!
2022-03-231h 08The ManspaceThe Role of MentorsSend us a textMatt, Mike, and Rob are joined by Matt's dad, THE Mike Brown. We talk about the role of mentors in the lives of men, how they shape who we are, and how they might be dwindling. We need more men willing to mentor the rising generation and even their peers. Sign up today!Spread the word! The Manspace is Rad!!
2022-03-161h 09The ManspaceDeveloping Healthy Coping SkillsSend us a textHow do you handle stress? Pretend it doesn't exist? Work harder? Drink? Maybe Candy Crush...like a mature adult? In this episode, Matt, Mike, and Rob talk about healthy vs. unhealthy coping skills and how to develop healthier patterns and habits. Listen in to find out what level of Candy Crush Rob is on. I'm not gonna lie...it's pretty impressive. Spread the word! The Manspace is Rad!!
2022-03-091h 02
This. Podcast#51 - "I Drop JEWELS" (ft. Esi Juey)Friend of the show Jewel Cameron III AKA Esi Juey joined us this evening. He was born in California, and he moved around as a child, living in places like Ohio, before eventually landing in Denver and representing the Historical 5 points Neighborhood, the Eastside. One of the best rappers to emerge from the Mile High City.Jay and crew open up with the dynamics of the old neighborhood(4:48), the crew starts talking music before the streaming era and how the grind was different back in the early 2000’s(11:16), Co asks what is the struggle for...
2022-03-041h 35The ManspaceLogic Vs. Emotion. FIGHT!Send us a textIs logic more important than emotions? Or more mature? Is acting out of emotion irrational? Matt, Mike, and Rob discuss the merits of each and whether there is any truth in men being more logical and women more emotional. Come engage in fisticuffs! Spread the word! The Manspace is Rad!!
2022-03-0252 min
DIY WealthEpisode #45: Struggles exist, own your storyReady for some financial literacy responses from the streets of America? I have Rus and Les from the manspace podcast take us through some of the real and recent disadvantages minorities have faced to succeed financially in America. Peppered with laughs quizzing them. Also does anyone know what "The Orange Wonder " is? Or how sliding down a slide with razors could actually be a good thing? You'll find out here. We ultimately drive home that all of us have disadvantages it falls on the individual to not pick up a white flag and be a statistic, be the outlier...
2022-02-231h 09The ManspaceWhen Daughters DateSend us a textGot a kid who's started dating? Got mixed feelings about the significant other? Rob and Mike talk with Matt about his experience with a dating daughter. We dive deep into his reactions and responses and discuss how we can handle this as fathers. Spread the word! The Manspace is Rad!!
2022-02-231h 14The ManspaceHow Do We Develop Empathy?Send us a textStruggling to relate to your partner's problems? Having a hard time feeling empathy? What is empathy anyway? On this episode, Matt, Mike, and Rob break down empathy and specifically what it looks like in the middle of a fight. Plus, we find out which Beatle each of the guys are. Spoiler--Rob's false illusions of grandeur persist. Spread the word! The Manspace is Rad!!
2022-02-161h 13The ManspaceWhat Type of Man Are You?Send us a textIn today's episode, Matt, Mike, and Rob discuss the alpha male hierarchy and where we fall in that hierarchy. Rob learns he has delusions of grandeur and Matt is the one Spaceman to rule them all. We examine if there's value in such a hierarchy or if it distracts us from becoming the better men we want to be.Spread the word! The Manspace is Rad!!
2022-02-0954 minThe ManspaceThe Problem with Being Too NiceSend us a textIs there such a thing as being too nice? More importantly, is there something wrong with watching Project Runway? Matt, Mike, and Rob tackle the problem with being too nice or not speaking up in your relationship. Turns out not having an opinion or picking your battles might not be the best thing. ...Huh. Weird. Spread the word! The Manspace is Rad!!
2022-02-0257 minThe ManspaceReigniting Our Sexual SparkSend us a textDidn't get enough sex talk on our previous episodes? We get it. Matt, Mike, and Rob address questions we've received from listeners about keeping sexual attraction alive in our relationships. Dare I say we provide some sexual healing? I daren't. Spread the word! The Manspace is Rad!!
2022-01-261h 06The ManspaceCan We Rely on Our Memories or Facts in Disagreements?Send us a textPretty sure you remember exactly what you said in that last fight? Do you like to keep things 'logical' during an argument and keep things based in 'fact?' In today's episode, Matt, Mike, and Rob discuss the fallibility of our memories and the less-than-exact nature of facts during disagreements and fights. Listen in to find out just how wrong you are and how good that might be for your relationship. Spread the word! The Manspace is Rad!!
2022-01-191h 00The ManspaceUnderstand Your Partner's Thoughts and FeelingsSend us a textMatt, Mike, and Rob share their individual thoughts on how men can better understand what their partner is thinking and feeling. In this episode, we share a tool that illustrates how we relate to our partners and develop empathy for them. We try a new format, tackling the topic one at a time. We get a little too much Rob, but is there really such a thing? Download the tool here: https://drive.google.com/file/d/16PGWRd1EGGgwm8cjE4gF_9LWAgPbsknc/view?usp=sharing Spread the word! The Manspace is Ra...
2022-01-121h 13The ManspaceHow Do We Attach in Adult Relationships?Send us a textDo you curl into the fetal position when your spouse leaves? Or maybe they're dead to you when they go on a girls/guys trip. Do you ever find yourself feeling reactive when things don't go like you expected? Matt, Mike, and Rob dive into adult attachment styles and what they say about you and your relationship. Spread the word! The Manspace is Rad!!
2022-01-041h 09The ManspaceRelationship MythbustingSend us a textDo you believe in soul mates? Does knowing you're sexually compatible increase the likelihood of staying together? Matt, Mike, and Rob tackle the tough and perhaps not-so-tough misconceptions we believe about marriages and relationships. Come get schooled, son. Spread the word! The Manspace is Rad!!
2021-12-2948 minThe ManspaceFreedom Vs. Responsibility. FIGHT!Send us a textCan freedom and responsibility co-exist? Or do they tend to end up in a cage match to the death with freedom usually finishing responsibility? In today's episode, we explore the balance between freedom and responsibility, how they play out in relationships, and how men sometimes get misjudged for choosing freedom. Spread the word! The Manspace is Rad!!
2021-12-2155 minThe ManspaceBest Moments in RelationshipsSend us a textDr. Matt challenges Dr. Rob and Mike to consider their best moments in relationships. We begin a multipart journey into existential dilemmas men experience. Buckle up. Spread the word! The Manspace is Rad!!
2021-12-1435 minThe ManspaceUnderstanding Your DudeSend us a textWe discuss what women can understand differently about their dude that might help change the dynamics of their relationship. Spread the word! The Manspace is Rad!!
2021-12-0730 minThe ManspaceIs Couple Therapy Biased Against Men?Send us a textThis week we talk about some of the complaints we've heard about couple therapy. Some dudes feel like the therapist will side with his partner and gang up on him. We discuss some of the barriers men experience when trying to be open in couple therapy.Spread the word! The Manspace is Rad!!
2021-11-3043 minThe ManspaceTaking Responsibility Instead of Diagnosing Our Partner w/ Dr. Steve HarrisSend us a textWe interview Dr. Steve Harris of the University of Minnesota and the Minnesota Couples on the Brink Project to talk about the problem with 'diagnosing' our partner as Borderline or Narcissist to avoid looking at ourselves and what we need to change. Spread the word! The Manspace is Rad!!
2021-11-2326 minThe ManspaceDeveloping and Mastering Our SexualitySend us a textToday is a continuation of our conversation about sex. We talk about ways society promotes unhealthy focus on limiting views of sexuality. We give scripts for how to discuss sex in mature and fully developed ways that incorporate multiple aspects of our personhood.Spread the word! The Manspace is Rad!!
2021-11-1647 minThe ManspaceIs Sex a Biological Need?Send us a textIs sex a sticky topic in your relationship? Sex is taboo for a lot of couples. Today, we talk about some of the problematic things we guys say when trying figure this out with our partners. We also debate whether or not sex is a biological need.Spread the word! The Manspace is Rad!!
2021-11-0939 minThe ManspaceFinding and Reviving Lost Parts of OurselvesSend us a textHave you turned into a stressed out, dried up, boring version of yourself? Today we talk about losing vital parts of who we are and the toll this takes on our well-being and relationships. We share parts of ourselves we have rediscovered and revived and encourage dudes everywhere to do the same.Spread the word! The Manspace is Rad!!
2021-11-0230 min
COACH - The Professional Coaching PodcastMen and Mental Health with George ZielinskiTeresa is joined by George Zielinski, a leadership coach, certified NLP trainer and founder of GrowMyself which predominantly supports the corporate sector, facilitating behaviour-based learning to a wide range of companies.In this episode, George talks about his mission and passion with 'Manspace' - a safe online space and a positive network in which men can begin to navigate their way through the many dilemmas, conflicts and tensions that they face in life and business, tapping into a wealth of supportive minsdset and wellbeing tools. George describes it as a positive, proactive and preventative approach t...
2021-10-2640 minThe ManspaceTolerating Disagreement in RelationshipsSend us a textDisagreements are a natural part of relationships, so why do we push for consensus when we don't need to? In this episode, we talk about ways to tolerate and accept disagreements.Spread the word! The Manspace is Rad!!
2021-10-2639 minThe ManspaceHonest Conversations That Release Us From Unnecessary ExpectationsSend us a textDo you ever feel like you suck at something in your relationship, but you keep trying to get it right? Maybe you should stop trying. That doesn't mean giving up, it just means maybe it's something you don't need to do. Maybe you're hung up on an unspoken expectation that you can release yourself from through the "I suck, you suck" conversation. Check out this episode to learn more about how to do this.Spread the word! The Manspace is Rad!!
2021-10-1936 minThe ManspaceFinding Your Internal Guideposts in RelationshipsSend us a textToday we talk about changing for the right reasons by finding your internal guideposts. Too often we are guided by someone else's demands for change, which leads to resistance and resentment. We share examples of situations that require us to act with more integrity and honesty.Spread the word! The Manspace is Rad!!
2021-10-1235 minThe ManspaceWhat Are You Afraid of, A Fate Worse Than Death? No, Just Death, Isn't That Enough?Send us a textSafety first, right? We think not. Today we talk about how we sometimes embrace the wrong kind of vulnerability and forget the value of courage. We are happier when we take risks that align with our values and commitments.Spread the word! The Manspace is Rad!!
2021-10-0535 minThe ManspaceBecause I've Learned That Platonic Love Can Exist Between Two Grown MenSend us a textToday we talk about the importance of male friendships and some common barriers we experience.3:43 - Jason Hibbs with Shop Sounds Podcast making friends at the urinal (https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/shop-sounds-podcast/id1514814400)7:40 - Barriers to communication in male friendships.10:16 - We don't always need to talk or talk about deep things, but we do need to be there for each other.11:40 - Dr. Steve Harris and his way of being with his friends (www.the-manspace.com; https://www.cehd.umn.edu/fsos...
2021-09-2834 minThe ManspaceThese Go To ElevenSend us a textWhat are limits? I don't have limits, you have limits! We talk today about knowing when to push through the pain and when to pull back...and all the reasons we have a hard time striking this balance.Spread the word! The Manspace is Rad!!
2021-09-2142 minThe ManspaceWhat Would Ya Say...Ya Do Here?Send us a textDr. Rob and Dr. Matt talk about times we have failed as dads and how we sometimes get pushed out of the parenting arena. We talk about how to step into fatherhood with more purpose by understanding our unique and vital contributions.Spread the word! The Manspace is Rad!!
2021-09-1430 minThe ManspaceI Ain't Afraid of No GhostSend us a textAre you afraid of your wife or partner? Today we talk about how we sometimes can't handle when they are upset, take it personally, or get defensive.Spread the word! The Manspace is Rad!!
2021-09-0740 minThe ManspaceIntimacy ShrinkageSend us a textIn this episode, we talk about the moments where we need space and sometimes back away from closeness. It's normal to need space and we can be more confident asking for it when we need it...instead of exposing our shrinkage.Spread the word! The Manspace is Rad!!
2021-08-3141 minThe ManspaceTwo Dudes and a MikeSend us a textDr. Matt and Dr. Rob...and Rob's brother introduce the Manspace and topics we will be discussing over the upcoming episodes.Spread the word! The Manspace is Rad!!
2021-07-1726 min
Podcast – Stu's ShedSSYTC053 Carving out a niche
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SSYTC053 Carving out a niche
The CNC Shark Pro from Carbatec. Carving the ManSpace logo in a piece of walnut.
2013-09-1000 min