ManTalks Podcast
by Connor Beaton
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About this podcast
The ManTalks podcast features conversations between one of the leading men’s work facilitators, Connor Beaton, and world class guests with expertise in mindset, life purpose, psychology, relational communication, sexual intimacy, business and spirituality. For more information about ManTalks go to: http://www.mantalks.com
Episodes
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- "You're Being Played!" The Gender War Is a PSYOP, And It's Destroying Our Relationships · 31 min · Episode 693Men and women aren’t the enemy. But spend enough time online and you might start to believe they are. In this episode, I break down how the gender war turns heartbreak into…
- How To Master Your Mind, Let Go & Find Inner Peace - Yung Pueblo · 1 h 4 min · Episode 692You can be ambitious without being miserable. And you can feel angry without letting it ruin your entire day. Yung Pueblo and I go deep on getting out of your head, letting go of…
- Face Your Fears, Overcome Anxiety and Imposter Syndrome - A Mans Guide · 27 min · Episode 691How much of your life are you putting off because you’re scared? Today, I break down why “just man up” doesn’t help and share five ways to deal with fear without pretending…
- Why Good Fathers Still Lose Their Temper With Their Kids - Live Coaching Session · 47 min · Episode 690You love your kids. So why do you still lose your temper with them? In this live coaching session, I help a father explore how his childhood, his need for control, and the…
- Why You Secretly Believe You're Not Good Enough · 44 min · Episode 689Why do you feel like you’re never good enough, no matter how hard you try? In this episode, I break down how childhood shame shapes your identity, fuels your inner critic, and…
- How To Stop People-Pleasing And Start Respecting Yourself · 49 min · Episode 688In Part 2 of the Best of ManTalks episode, we explore the hidden costs of people-pleasing, the impact of childhood conditioning, mother enmeshment, and why so many men struggle…
- How To Heal After Losing Someone You Love · 16 min · Episode 687Grief doesn’t always look like sadness. Sometimes it looks like anger, overworking, or feeling nothing at all. In this episode, I share 6 practical ways to process loss, stop…
- The Brutal Truth About What Women Find Attractive In Men · 1 h 17 min · Episode 686In this episode, I revisit four conversations about attraction, relationships, porn, and sexual confidence. I explore what men misunderstand about dating, how to stop competing…
- Heal The Father Wound, Gain Your Sanity, Stop Sabotaging · 39 min · Episode 685I dive deep into the reality of the father wound and how it quietly disrupts our sense of self-worth and value as men. I explore the different ways this wound manifests—whether…
- Navigating the Collapse of Modern Society, with Michael Meade · 60 min · Episode 684I sit down with mythologist Michael Meade to explore how the unraveling of modern culture and the rattling of nature invite us into a profound period of global transformation. We…
- How To END Self-Abandonment (With Clear, Actionable Steps) · 35 min · Episode 683I dive deep into the root causes of the abandonment wound and how childhood disconnection leads directly to chronic self-abandonment in adulthood. I break down common side…
- How to Raise Strong, Unshakable Boys in Today's Culture, with Dr. Shefali Tsabary · 45 min · Episode 682I sit down with Dr. Shefali to tackle the complex realities of raising boys in a culture that often sends them conflicting messages about masculinity. We dive into why young men…
- Lacking Purpose Leads to Obsessing About Women · 21 min · Episode 681I share my personal journey of navigating my late teens and early twenties without a clear sense of direction, which ultimately led to an unhealthy obsession with women. I…
- The 3 Mountains of Leadership: Finding Purpose Beyond Yourself · 1 h 2 min · Episode 680To celebrate 11 years of the podcast, I brought back my very first guest, Philip McKernan, for an incredibly raw conversation about leadership, storytelling, and true human…
- You’re Not Crazy - People Aren’t Ok. Here's Why · 29 min · Episode 679I explore why so many people seem increasingly disconnected, self-censoring, polarized, and unable to have meaningful conversations. I look at the role of social media, political…
- Is It Anxiety or CPTSD? The Real Root Cause of Your Mental Struggles, with Tim Fletcher · 1 h 17 min · Episode 678I sit down with Tim Fletcher to take a deeper look at complex PTSD, relational trauma, shame, and the survival patterns that can shape our relationships and identity. We explore…
- How To Be a Desirable Man · 26 min · Episode 677I break down what makes a man desirable - and the behaviors that can quietly erode desire in a relationship. I explore why being infinitely available, constantly seeking…
- How Men Can Reclaim Potency & Emotional Leadership, with Luke Bateman · 1 h 17 min · Episode 676I sit down with Luke Bateman to explore the evolving narrative around masculinity, emotional literacy, and why a man's worth isn't solely defined by his productivity or status…
- How To Stop Hating Yourself · 22 min · Episode 675I break down the difference between self-esteem and self-worth, and why becoming more successful, capable, or accomplished may not resolve the deeper feeling that something is…
- High Libido or Hypersexuality? The Neuroscience Behind Porn Addiction, with Dr. Trish Leigh · 1 h 4 min · Episode 674I sit down with Dr. Trish Leigh, a cognitive neuroscientist and neurofeedback clinician, to unpack what pornography and screen compulsions can do to the brain, from dopamine…
- 3 Things to Stop Doing in Your Relationship In 2026 · 15 min · Episode 673I break down three major behaviors men need to stop doing this year if they want to build genuine intimacy and peace in their relationships. I unpack why pretending you are…
- Why Doing THIS Instantly Lowers Your Stress · 1 h 7 min · Episode 672I sit down with author Michael Easter to explore how modern life's endless comforts and technological conveniences are quietly making us weaker. We discuss how intentionally…
- Why You Feel So Lost as a Man · 27 min · Episode 671For years, I struggled with what it truly meant to be a man, trying on different masks and pushing extreme boundaries just to figure out who I was. It was not until I hit a…
- Why Self-Esteem Fails (And How to Build Real Self-Worth) · 56 min · Episode 670I sit down with psychologist and bestselling author Dr. Marisa Franco to break down the crucial differences between fragile self-esteem and true, lasting self-worth. We explore…
- A Man's Guide to Breaking Anxious Attachment - Tell Her What You Want · 28 min · Episode 669I dive deep into the struggles of anxious attachment and how it holds us back in romantic relationships. I share my own personal experiences with this dynamic and break down…
- 33% of Schizophrenia Cases Come From THIS, with Chris Palmer · 1 h 24 min · Episode 668I sit down with Harvard psychiatrist Dr. Chris Palmer to dive into his groundbreaking research on how mental disorders are fundamentally metabolic disorders of the brain. We…
- Lessons Every Son Needs to Learn From His Father (That You Might Not Have Learned) · 22 min · Episode 667I explore five essential lessons that every son needs to learn from his father, especially the lessons that may not have been modeled for us growing up. I talk about how to face…
- How to Survive "The Long Dark", with Francis Weller · 1 h 4 min · Episode 666I sit down once again with Francis Weller to explore the cultural collapse we are living through and what it means to navigate "the long dark". We delve into how modern…
- A Man's Guide To Dating After Divorce (Or Long Term Relationship) · 21 min · Episode 665Navigating the dating world after a divorce or the end of a long-term relationship can feel overwhelming and confronting. I share essential, practical guidance for men…
- Unpacking the Complex Crisis of Male Suicide · 1 h 20 min · Episode 664In this episode, I'm joined by male suicide researcher Susie Bennett to explore the hidden crisis facing men today and the cultural forces driving it. We dive deep into the…
- You Can't Heal from Narcissist : Addict Until You Accept This Hard Truth · 15 min · Episode 663Healing from a narcissistic relationship begins when I stop waiting for the other person to admit they were wrong. I explain why narcissists and addicts share similar…
- Breaking the Cycle of Men’s Sexual Anxiety, with Kate Moyle · 1 h 6 min · Episode 662**SHOW NOTES** Why does sex become more difficult the more we care about someone? In this conversation, I sit down with psychosexual and relationship therapist Kate Moyle to…
- A Man's Intro To The Anima - How The Woman Inside Is Running Your Life · 18 min · Episode 661In this episode, I introduce Carl Jung's concept of the Anima and explore how the inner feminine influences a man's emotions, relationships, and sense of self. I explain how the…
- Why Porn Is an Intimacy Disorder (Not Just a Sex Problem), Sathiya Sam · 1 h 2 min · Episode 660What if pornography isn't really about sex at all, but about the search for connection? In this episode, I sit down with recovery coach and author Sathiya Sam to explore the…
- 11 Lessons From 11 Years of Podcasting · 42 min · Episode 659What have 11 years behind a microphone taught me about building a podcast, creating meaningful conversations, and staying consistent when the excitement wears off? I share the…
- How to Spot a Narcissist Before It's Too Late, with Bill Eddy · 1 h 15 min · Episode 658I sit down with Bill Eddy to unpack the patterns behind high conflict personalities and how they can impact our relationships. We explore the warning signs that are often…
- Why Fixing Your Self-Worth Will Fix Your Attachment (And the first 3 steps) · 17 min · Episode 657What if the way you value yourself has less to do with confidence and more to do with your earliest relationships? I explore how your attachment style shapes your sense of…
- When Shame Becomes Your Identity - Live Coaching Session · 58 min · Episode 656I sit down with Charles as he opens up about a lifetime of searching for belonging after growing up without consistent parental support. Together, we unpack the shame he carries…
- The Psychology of Respect - Why Women Choose Strength Over Emotional Compliance · 28 min · Episode 655I explore why respect cannot be earned through approval-seeking or emotional compliance, and why genuine attraction is rooted in strength, integrity, and self-respect. I unpack…
- Avoiding The Lonely Dad Trap: Why Modern Fathers Are Burning Out in Isolation, with Jon Gustin · 54 min · Episode 654I sit down with Jon Gustin, creator of Tired Dad and author of The Tired Dad, to talk about the realities of modern fatherhood. We explore what it means to be an emotional…
- Surviving The Collapse Of The Modern Psyche · 46 min · Episode 653I explore what I believe is one of the defining challenges of our time: the collapse of the modern psyche. I examine the forces contributing to rising anxiety, depression…
- The Worst Ages for Kids to Experience Divorce, with Erica Komisar · 48 min · Episode 652I sit down with Erica Komisar to talk about divorce, attachment, parenting, and the values shaping modern family life. We explore what current research says about separation and…
- How To Lead Your Relationship (Without Creating Problems or Pushback) · 19 min · Episode 651This episode is about something that gets misunderstood all the time: leading in your relationship without becoming controlling, reactive, or creating unnecessary resistance. I…
- Fixing Anxiety and Addiction from Childhood Confusion - Live Coaching Session · 1 h 6 min · Episode 650What happens when you’ve done everything right on paper but still feel disconnected, restless, and not enough? In this coaching session, I sit down with Sean as he opens up about…
- This ONE THING Blocks You From Your Potential And Growth · 18 min · Episode 649In this episode, I explore the one thing I believe quietly blocks most men from reaching their potential - not a lack of ambition, but the refusal to confront what’s beneath the…
- Why Successful Men Feel Completely Empty Inside, with David Deida · 1 h 5 min · Episode 648In this episode of the Man Talk Show, I am joined by the legendary author David Deida to explore his profound new book, The Man of Zero. We dive deep into the concept of "zero"—a…
- Why You Justify Bad Behavior and Sabotage Momentum · 24 min · Episode 647Why do we justify behaviors we know are pulling us away from the person we want to become? I unpack the hidden patterns that make us feel like we’ve earned shortcuts, excuses…
- How To Overcome Sabotage (LIVE COACHING) · 56 min · Episode 646I sit down with Silvi Carter to explore the roots of self-doubt, emotional intensity, and the feeling of never being enough. Together, we unpack how childhood experiences…
- The Easiest Men to Manipulate in a Relationship · 29 min · Episode 645I break down the four types of men who are the easiest to manipulate in relationships - and why these patterns usually start long before the relationship itself. I talk about the…
- Why People Can't Handle Disagreement Anymore, with Thomas Hübl · 1 h 5 min · Episode 646I sit down with Thomas Hübl to explore why modern society feels increasingly polarized, emotionally fragile, and disconnected. We unpack how collective trauma, ancestral pain…
