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166: Inclusive Leadership: How Blindness Became Dr. Adams’ Superpower

Release Date: 08/01/2025

193: Hedge Fund Analyst: The Corporate System is Designed to Enslave You with Alex Feinberg

The Modern Man Podcast

In this episode of The Modern Man Podcast, host Ted Phaeton sits down with former professional athlete and hedge fund analyst Alex Feinberg to deconstruct the "Success Trap" facing modern professionals. Alex shares his journey from the stress of elite athletics to the high-stakes world of Silicon Valley and high finance, where he discovered the "writing on the wall": the global economy is designed to maximize your output while minimizing your freedom. They deep-dive into the Triple Seven Framework—the ultimate benchmark for integrated success: 7 hours of sleep, a 7-minute mile, and 7...

192: The Uncomfortable Truth: Why 90% of Men Are Failing ( How To Be The Top 10%) w/ Kirk Kappelhof

The Modern Man Podcast

Science reveals that enjoying your habits might be shrinking your brain. Here is the neuroscience of the AMCC and why 90% of modern men are physically and mentally weaker than their grandfathers. In this episode of The Modern Man, we sit down with a High-Performance Strategist to decode the biological and sociological crisis facing men today. We break down the Anterior Mid-Cingulate Cortex (AMCC)—the specific area of the brain responsible for willpower—and why new research suggests that "doing what you love" might be killing your resilience. If you feel like you are working harder but...

191: The Regenerative Expert: "You Are Full Of 'Zombie Cells'!" (How To Delete Them) with Dr. Rhee

The Modern Man Podcast

Is your doctor lying to you about recovery? In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Tommy Rhee, the former team doctor for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and a pioneer in regenerative medicine. We uncover the dark side of "traditional" pain management—why cortisone shots, ice, and pain killers might actually be accelerating your aging process and destroying your joints. We dive deep into the breakthrough science of "Zombie Cells" (Senescence), how to lengthen your telomeres to reverse biological aging, and the new topical stem cell technology (Regen) that is saving NFL careers without a single...

190: The "Silent Crisis with David McLain & Jamal Jones

The Modern Man Podcast

The unspoken reality of being a widower, a single father, and a man trying to find love again. In this episode, I sit down with David McClain and Jamal Jones, hosts of the powerful podcast Getting Back Up. Both men lost their wives to cancer and were left to raise their children alone. They reveal the brutal truths about grief that most men are too afraid to admit—from the anger you feel at your late spouse for leaving you, to the guilt of removing their furniture to reclaim your home. If you are struggling with loss, navigating single fatherhood, or feeling guilty about moving on, this...

189: How to Exit Your 9-5 in 18 Months (The "No-Bank" Real Estate Strategy)

The Modern Man Podcast

Are you an ambitious professional feeling overworked and ready to reclaim 10-20 hours of your week? In this episode of The Modern Man Podcast, Ted Phaeton sits down with real estate mogul Chris Prefontaine to break down the exact real estate strategy you need to exit your 9-5 and achieve financial freedom without ever stepping foot in a bank. Chris reveals his "Three Paydays" framework—a proven system for creative real estate investing that uses owner financing and principal-only payments to build passive income and long-term wealth. If you’re a family-oriented leader looking for...

188: Fortune 500 Coach: The "Success" Lie That Is Killing Men! Stop Being A Robot! with Rob K.

The Modern Man Podcast

You achieved the money, the car, and the title... so why do you feel empty? In this episode, I sit down with Rob Kalwarowsky, an MIT-trained engineer turned elite executive coach who has worked with everyone from Olympic Gold Medalists to Fortune 500 executives. But before the success, Rob was "The Robot"—a high-achiever who saved his company tens of millions of dollars while secretly battling a toxic work environment that led him to a suicide attempt. We uncover the "Success Lie" that keeps men isolated, overworked, and unfulfilled. Rob reveals the "DIY Mask" that caps your business...

187: I Was A Heroin Addict (The 30-Hour Bus Ride That Saved Me) with Jesse Todisco

The Modern Man Podcast

Jesse Todisco was a successful salesman by day and a heroin addict by night. Then came the 30-hour bus ride that changed everything. In this episode of The Modern Man Podcast, I sit down with Jesse Todisco—author of From Heroin to Healer—to discuss the dark reality of high-functioning addiction and the "impossible" journey of recovery. Jesse opens up about breaking the cycle of generational trauma, the truth about quitting cold turkey, and the profound Ayahuasca experience where he reconnected with his deceased daughter. If you feel stuck, numb, or like you are repeating your...

186: The Biblical Blueprint To Building Wealth (It’s Not What You Think)with Bishop Foreman

The Modern Man Podcast

Does God want you to be rich? In this episode, Bishop Kevin Foreman reveals the biblical blueprint for building wealth and challenges the controversial idea that "Jesus was poor." If you are a man of faith who feels conflicted about chasing financial success, this conversation will change your life. Bishop Foreman—a multi-millionaire entrepreneur, author, and pastor—breaks down why poverty is not holiness, how to use the "Divine Download" strategy to scale your business, and the exact steps to go from surviving to thriving. We also dive deep into overcoming childhood trauma,...

185:Tech Founder: "We Are Connected Online, But Dying Alone with Bryan Kaplan

The Modern Man Podcast

1 in 4 men are suffering from loneliness, yet we are more "connected" online than ever before. In this episode, I sit down with Brian Kaplan, founder of VRV Athletics, to explore the silent epidemic of male isolation and the psychological reasons why men struggle to make friends as adults. We dive deep into the "Side-by-Side" bonding rule, why apps like Bumble BFF fail for men, and the life-changing "Glass Ball Theory" that every entrepreneur and father needs to hear to balance their business without destroying their marriage. If you are feeling isolated in a new city, struggling to find...

184: AI Founder: "Men Are Becoming Obsolete" (The Truth About AI & Dating)

The Modern Man Podcast

Is artificial intelligence making men obsolete? In this episode, AI Founder and Deep Technologist Arthur Corvin-Powles reveals the terrifying truth about the "4th Big Bang" and why humanity might only have 2 years left before we are reined in by a superior intelligence. We discuss the dark side of modern convenience: how "cheap dopamine" is destroying our ability to court women, why social media is isolating us, and the "Wall-E" future where humans become nothing more than pampered pets to a digital system. If you are feeling unfulfilled, addicted to instant gratification, or worried about the...

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In this episode of the Modern Man Podcast, host Ted Phaeton speaks with Dr. Kirk Adams, a globally recognized pioneer in disability inclusion. They discuss Dr. Adams' journey from losing his sight at a young age to becoming a leader in the nonprofit sector, advocating for the inclusion of people with disabilities in the workforce.

Takeaways

Dr. Adams lost his sight at the age of five, but his parents gave him high expectations.
The development of a strong sense of agency is crucial for overcoming challenges.
Leadership is not a linear path; it often involves unexpected turns.
Technology plays a vital role in enabling accessibility for individuals with disabilities.
Employers can benefit from the unique strengths of people with disabilities.
Collaboration between various stakeholders is essential for successful inclusion.
Understanding the difference between impairment and disability is key to creating inclusive environments.
Familiarity and personal connections can help bridge gaps in understanding disabilities.
The unemployment rate for people with disabilities is significantly higher than the general population.
Dr. Adams aims to create a level playing field for people with disabilities in the workforce.