ManKind Podcast
The OLD mold of manhood is on its way out, leaving men feeling stuck in an outdated way of being. The ManKind Podcast gives men tools to break through these molds and show them a new way to embrace their manhood. We talk with mission-driven authors, leaders, and change-makers to share tools and insights to help you build your self and find a clear direction in life. So if you’re feeling stuck, confused about what’s next, or looking for a dose of clarity and hope in your day, stick around, and you may just come away with a better idea of the kind of man, and human being, you want to become. Created by the ManKind Project USA. Hosted by Brandon Clift and Boysen Hodgson.
Episodes
173 episodes since 2020
170 - Breaking Vicious Cycles: How Great Dads Are Beacons of Hope with Dr. Ken Canfield
In this powerful episode, we are joined by Dr. Ken Canfield, a nationally known leader and scholar in the field of fatherhood and family well-being. With decades of experience, Dr. Canfield shares his wisdom on what it means to be an effective ...
September 13, 2024
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Episode 170
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39:35
169 - How to Stop Repeating the Patterns that Kill Your Relationships with Jayson Gaddis
In this episode of the Mankind Podcast, hosts Boysen Hodgson and Brandon Clift are joined by Jayson Gaddis, founder of The Relationship School, to dive deep into the dynamics of relationships, emotional growth, and masculinity. Jayson shares hi...
September 06, 2024
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50:08
168 - The Core Challenges Men Face In Relationships With Women with Lorin Krenn
Lorin Krenn is an internationally renowned teacher, coach, author, and hypnotherapist who has worked with high performers and CEOs on their deepest relationship challenges.Known for his deep and powerful, yet relatable and highly practic...
August 21, 2024
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Episode 168
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45:41
167 - Why Knowing Your Values Is The Force Multiplier For Success & Happiness with Jack Delosa
Brandon Clift interviews Jack Delosa, the founder and CEO of The Entourage, about the importance of personal and family values in achieving success. They discuss how becoming a husband and father has shifted Jack's priorities and made him more ...
August 13, 2024
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Episode 167
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43:49
166 - Why ADHD Is a Superpower and How You Can Harness It For Success with Dr. John Torrens
Dr. John Torrens, an award-winning professor and entrepreneur, joins the Mankind podcast to discuss how individuals with ADHD can harness their condition to succeed in life. Dr. Torrens shares his personal journey of discovering his ADHD diagno...
August 08, 2024
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Episode 166
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38:30
165 - Why Men Are Afraid To Be Vulnerable In Their Intimate Relationships and How To Fix It with Silvy Khoucasian
Silvy Khoucasian is a renowned expert in intimate relationships and boundaries. With a Master's Degree in Psychology, Marriage, & Family Therapy, and as the Founder ...
August 06, 2024
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Episode 165
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50:18
164 - Unpacking Why Men Have MESSED UP Relationships with Sex and Shame with Ean Wood
Brandon and Ean Wood discuss the entanglement of sex, shame, and men. They explore the impact of early exposure to conscious men and the challenges of navigating sexuality in adolescence and young adulthood. They highlight the impo...
July 30, 2024
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Episode 164
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41:05
163 - Inspirational Stories: From Professional Clown to Spiritual Leader
Join us for an enlightening conversation with Jim Katona, a man whose diverse life experiences have shaped his profound insights into positive influence and realistic beliefs. From being a roofer, clown, preacher, and artist, Jim has dedicated ...
July 26, 2024
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Episode 163
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51:53
162 - Why Teen Boys Are In Crisis and How We Can Help
Dr. Brendan Kwiatkowski discusses the challenges faced by teenage boys in today's society and the importance of addressing masculinity and emotions. He highlights the need for guidance and role models for teenage boys, as well as the impact of ...
July 23, 2024
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Episode 162
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46:28
161 - Three Steps To Punch Procrastination In The Face!
Get ready to PUNCH Procrastination in the face with Life Coach Gregory Russell Benedikt, who just completed 100 days of living boldly. We discuss the highs and lows from his journey, emphasizing how ANYONE can do the same. Greg's Lin...
July 10, 2024
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Episode 161
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43:03
160 - How to Up Your Relationship Game and Build Bulletproof Connection
In this compelling episode of our podcast, Boysen Hodgson delves deep into the evolving landscape of modern men's work with our guest, David Jurasek. Together, we explore the transformative journey of men's groups, such as the ManKind Project, ...
July 03, 2024
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58:37
159 - Breakout Success out of Toxic Sickness - the Jackfir Skincare Story
In this episode of the Mankind Podcast, we talk with Charlie Razook, the inspiring founder of Jackfir, a certified clean men's skincare brand. Charlie shares his journey from being a leukemia survivor to becoming a pioneer in the men's skincare...
June 28, 2024
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Episode 159
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39:56
158 - How to Nourish Men: Understanding Fathering Through Food and Stories
In this episode of the Mankind Podcast, hosted by Boysen Hodgson, the focus is on exploring diverse perspectives of masculinity through the lens of men's work, parenting, and narrative therapy. The guest, Jason Frishman, a psychologist with ove...
June 21, 2024
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Episode 158
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1:02:48
157 - How To Be A Better Dad: Epic Dads Share Their Tips
In this conversation, the participants discuss their experiences and perspectives on fatherhood. They explore the challenges and joys of being a father, particularly in the absence of a paternal father figure. The conversation touc...
June 14, 2024
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Episode 157
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1:24:14
156 - How to Build Emotional Resilience after Prostate Cancer
In this week's episode of the Mankind Podcast, Boysen Hodgson hosts Mish Middelmann for a compelling discussion on masculinity, health, and personal transformation. Mish, a leader in coaching and a prostate cancer survivor, shares hi...
June 07, 2024
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Episode 156
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55:45
155 - Honoring The Fallen: Veterans’ Stories of Sacrifice, Survival, and Remembrance
How do veterans grapple with the emotional weight of Memorial Day? Join us for a deeply moving Memorial Day episode of the Mankind Podcast, where we revisit a conversation from our Masks Off Monday series. Featuring a heartfelt panel discussion...
May 28, 2024
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Episode 155
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58:21
154 - Why Men Create Masks To Hide Their True Feelings & What's Keeping Them Hidden
Discover the realities behind the composed and stoic exterior that men often present. Ashanti Branch, the leader of the EverForward Club, joins us to discuss the complexities of masculinity and how the masks we wear can hide our deepest emotion...
May 24, 2024
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Episode 154
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43:38
153 - Chattanooga: How One City is on a Mission to Change the Lives of Boys & Men
Recorded at the Men's Mental Health Matters Event 2024 - Live from ChattanoogaWelcome to a very special live episode of our podcast. We gathered as a community in Chattanooga to rally around a powerful cause—the mental well-being of men...
May 16, 2024
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Episode 153
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1:28:35
152 - From Desperation To Hope: The Journey Of Psychedelic-Assisted Therapy
For 2024 Mental Health Month, we will be focusing on mental health in the next several episodes of the ManKind Podcast. This conversation between Michael Welch and Boysen Hodgson delves deep into the transformative potential of psi...
May 08, 2024
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Episode 152
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1:01:37
151 - How to Blast through Your Breaking Point and Master Life Transitions
Boysen Hodgson engages in a deep conversation with Stuart Motola, exploring the intricacies of navigating life's BIG transitions and fostering self-trust. The discussion delves into themes, including:The Four Quadrant...
May 01, 2024
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Episode 151
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55:18
150 - Dad Rage: How to Navigate Anger and Repair in Parenting with Matthew Sloane
Join Matthew Sloane, with hosts Brandon Clift, and Boysen Hodgson to engage in a raw and vulnerable discussion about navigating moments of parental anger, reflecting on their own experiences as fathers. Explore the complexities of maintaining c...
April 17, 2024
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Episode 150
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1:02:02
149 - How To Discover Your Ikigai - The Path to a Meaningful Existence
Life Coach Gregory Russell Benedikt returns to the show to discuss Ikigai, a Japanese philosophy that encompasses passion, vocation, profession, and mission, to illuminate the path toward purposeful living. We navigate through the ...
April 10, 2024
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Episode 149
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53:15
148 - How to Support Women in Reclaiming Their Lives After Trauma & Domestic Violence
Discover the transformative power of community support and empowerment in this insightful podcast episode featuring Jennifer Ramirez Solarte, co-founder of WomenRISEChicago.org ... commonly called &Rise. Join host Boysen Hodgson as they del...
April 03, 2024
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Episode 148
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50:40
147 - Why Entitled Kids Need Healthy Struggles
Every parent loves their kids. They want to protect them from pain and give them all the opportunities and comforts they never had growing up. But by removing certain struggles, parents may unknowingly jeopardize their children’s future....
March 27, 2024
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Episode 147
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59:22
146 - Unlocking the Magic: Father-Son Rites of Passage Explored with Luke Entrup
This conversation between Boysen Hodgson and Luke Entrup delves into the importance of rites of passage, particularly focusing on the father-son relationship and its significance in guiding boys through adolescence. Luke shares his personal exp...
March 21, 2024
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Episode 146
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57:16