29. Stoicism vs Broicism: A Deep Dive Into Resilience - With Nancy Sherman
Release Date: 02/20/2025
44. Peaceful Warrior Wisdom: Surrender, Discipline & Everyday Presence – With Daniel Millman
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I had a proper, grounded conversation with Dan Millman, author of Way of the Peaceful Warrior. We spoke about what it truly means to live with presence and how discipline and surrender can actually support each other, rather than compete. Dan shared personal stories and practical wisdom from his own path, offering insights that are both deeply human and immediately useful. We also challenged some of the fluff around spirituality and talked about how to bring awareness into the everyday. It’s a rich, honest chat for anyone wanting to live with more depth and sanity in a chaotic world. Read...
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43. How Men Can Overcome The Hurdles Of Modern Dating - With David Chambers
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Dating apps, confidence, and why your profile photo might be tanking your chances - this chat with David Chambers was sharp, funny, and full of real talk. We got into how modern men can actually thrive in dating, from crafting better profiles and messages to understanding deeper stuff like attachment, emotional maturity, and why your trauma might be picking your partners. David shares smart advice for struggling guys, breaks down what women actually pick up on, and explains how embodiment, presence, and curiosity are underrated superpowers. Plus, a few hard truths about sex, consent, and the...
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42. Cracking the Code of Modern Masculinity - with Charles Cornish-Dale (Raw Egg Nationalist)
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Charles Cornish-Dale - better known as Raw Egg Nationalist - joins me for a frank chat on masculinity, food, and the politics that bind them. Recently doxxed, he’s no longer behind a pseudonym and has plenty to say now that he’s speaking openly. We talk about his new book The Last Men, the controversial Eggs Benedict Option cookbook, and why he sees modern health as a cultural battlefield. Testosterone, tradition, media narratives—nothing’s off the table. Charles is sharp, provocative, and doesn’t fit neatly into anyone’s box. Whether you agree with him or not, there’s a lot here...
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41. Why Everyone Needs Therapy (Even Zen Masters) - With Keith Martin-Smith
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Zen priest, author, and developmental thinker Keith Martin-Smith returns for a dive into what happens when ancient wisdom meets modern trauma. We riff on the psychology gaps in traditional meditation, why some Buddhists need therapy more than enlightenment, and how writing a biography of a Zen master changed Keith’s own practice. It’s candid, occasionally irreverent, and rich with insight for anyone walking both spiritual and developmental paths. Learn more about Keith here: ------------------------------------------------------ Keith Martin-Smith is an author, ordained Zen...
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40. Why I Left The UK (And Where I Went) - Mark Walsh
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I’m sharing some personal reflections from my new life in Slovenia. It’s just me on the mic, exploring themes of home, belonging, and what it means to truly feel settled - both in a place and in the body. As someone who has lived all over the world, I’ve had plenty of cross-cultural experiences that shape how I see things. I talk about migration, embodiment, and the nervous system—not just from a personal perspective, but also how these ideas play out in society. Since moving here, a lot has come into focus for me, and this episode is a chance to unpack some of that....
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39. Krav Maga, Real-World Training & Why Simplicity Works – with Lewis Groves
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Krav Maga instructor, Lewis Groves joins me to get into what Krav Maga really is, where it comes from, and how it’s different from traditional martial arts or rule-bound sports. We talk about training for the street rather than the ring, the value of simplicity under pressure, and why so many martial arts end up in fantasyland. We also cover ego, humility, gender differences, strength vs. skill, and why most guys think they can fight — when they really can’t. If you’ve ever wondered what martial art is “best,” how to train smart not macho, or why being punched in the face...
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38. Why Strength Still Matters: Masculinity, Honour & Identity – With Jack Donovan
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I’m joined by author and men’s work coach Jack Donovan for a deep, honest chat about modern masculinity. We get into why strength matters, how weakness is being sold as virtue, and why the idea that we're all "blank slates" might be doing more harm than good. We talk martial arts, the value of tactical virtues, and what honour really means in a world that often dismisses it. Jack also breaks down the meaning behind “far right” labels, internet culture clashes, and how Nietzsche's ideas can actually help when you’re trying to raise strong, grounded boys today. Lots of practical wisdom...
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37. Out-training Parkinson’s: A Comeback Story - with Scott Hanley
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Scott Hanley joins me to talk about how he turned the tables on his Parkinson's diagnosis. We explore how mindset, movement, and a willingness to experiment played key roles in his recovery. We also talk about CrossFit, brain health, neuroplasticity, and the social disconnection that’s worsened since COVID. It’s a conversation packed with practical insight, big inspiration, and a reminder that it’s never too late to change the trajectory of your life. Connect with Scott on Instagram here: ------------------------------------------------------ Scott Hanley is a resilience and...
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36. Why Regulating Your Nervous System Is So Important - with Dr. Helen
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In this episode, I’m doing one of my not-so-solo solo casts - with Dr. Helen Machen-Pearce in the room. We talk the power of nervous system regulation and how co-regulation plays a key role in well-being. This candid conversation dives into mental health, somatic practices, and how we connect as humans. Whether you're a seasoned practitioner or just curious about nervous system healing, this episode offers rich insights. We touch on how we’re building a new membership around this work. Find out more about 'Embodied Flourishing' and join us here: Check out more from Dr Helen here: ...
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35. The Secret Weapon of Elite Soldiers: Breath, Discipline & Mindset - With Wouter Huizer
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Ex-Dutch special forces operator turned breathwork coach Wouter Huizer joins me to discuss masculinity, elite performance, and mastering the nervous system. We get into counter-terrorism, ethics, high-performing teams, anger, discipline, military identity, the “off switch,” up-regulation, insecurity, and refusing the shot. A punchy, masculine, and insightful chat with plenty of laughs and hard-won wisdom. Read more from Wouter here: ------------------------------------------------------ Wouter Huizer has had a distinguished career in elite military units, including the Marine Corps and...
info_outlinePhilosopher Nancy Sherman joins me to unpack Stoicism - what people often misunderstand about it, and what’s really worth taking away. We dive into Marcus Aurelius, Seneca, and how ancient wisdom still speaks to modern practices like CBT. Nancy shares insights on moral injury, PTSD, and the dynamics of resilience in relationships, alongside Aristotle’s virtue ethics and the golden mean. We also talk about the tension between academics and popularisers, why wisdom isn’t just something you study but something you practice, and the lasting influence of figures like Ryan Holiday and Jim Stockdale. It’s a lively conversation full of fresh perspectives and deep dives into what philosophy means in everyday life.
Read more about Nancy Sherman here: nancysherman.com
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Nancy Sherman is a New York Times Notable Author and sought-after speaker. Her latest book is Stoic Wisdom: Ancient Lessons for Modern Resilience. She is also the author of Afterwar: Healing the Moral Wounds of our Soldiers; The Untold War: Inside the Hearts, Minds, and Souls of our Soldiers a New York Times Editors' pick; Stoic Warriors: The Ancient Philosophy Behind the Military Mind; Making a Necessity of Virtue: Aristotle and Kant on Virtue; The Fabric of Character: Aristotle's Theory of Virtue, and the editor of Critical Essays on the Classics: Aristotle's Ethics. She has written over 60 articles in the area of ethics, military ethics, the history of moral philosophy, ancient ethics, emotions, moral psychology, and psychoanalysis.
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