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Men are dying at unprecedented rates (from suicide, drugs, and alcohol) and millions of others walk through life in pain. There’s an epidemic that no one is talking about – male despair. You feel disc... more
FAQs about Authentic Connections:How many episodes does Authentic Connections have?The podcast currently has 22 episodes available.
April 29, 2025The Shaky Trust FoundationTrust is the foundation of every strong relationship—whether personal or professional. Yet, many men struggle with building and maintaining trust with others...more24minPlay
April 22, 2025The Connection Between Happiness and Mental HealthDive into the age-old question: Are happy people naturally more social, or does being socially engaged lead to happiness?...more21minPlay
April 15, 2025The Avoidant-Attachment ParadoxA fascinating discussion about attachment styles and how they shape our relationships! Men make up the majority of those with an Avoidant attachment style, which means they often disassociate with those closest to them for fear of reprisal. No wonder men are more isolated and lonelier.READ: Attached by Amir Levine, M.D. and Rachel S.F. Heller, M.A....more20minPlay
April 08, 2025Can You Pray Your Way to Happiness?Studies show that people who attend religious services tend to be happier, with those practicing Eastern religions/philosophies reporting the highest levels of happiness....more30minPlay
April 01, 2025Anonymous and LonelyPopular collaborative video games that once provided a sense of community and connection have shifted away from voice chat to anonymous modes - mirroring a wider trend of driving isolation and loneliness. READ: Silent but Deadly by Luke Winkie...more25minPlay
March 25, 2025The Big Joy ExperimentThis experiment challenges our traditional notions of happiness, suggesting that happiness is possible even amid life’s challenges.READ: Can “micro-acts” of joy make you happier? By Emma Beddington...more29minPlay
March 18, 2025Depressed, Sad, or Just Bored?Research shows our attempts to fight boredom through endless scrolling and streaming often leave us feeling more disconnected. The guys talk about how to how to avoid languishing and bringing your best self to everything and everyone in your life.READ: Fast Forward - How Switching Behavior on Digital Media Makes People More Bored by Dr. Katie Tam...more24minPlay
March 11, 2025Hungry GhostsExplore modern addiction where we constantly seek something (money, status, objects, substances) outside ourselves to curb an insatiable yearning for relief or fulfillment.READ: In the Realm of Hungry Ghosts - Close Encounters with Addiction by Gabor Mate...more20minPlay
March 04, 2025Stupid, Selfish, Healthy?Is ignorance truly bliss? This thought-provoking discussion delves into the relationship between awareness and mental well-being. ...more24minPlay
February 25, 2025The BIG MythExplore how the myth of American exceptionalism not only shapes our national identity but also impacts how we judge others and our sense of self....more22minPlay
FAQs about Authentic Connections:How many episodes does Authentic Connections have?The podcast currently has 22 episodes available.