In this episode of the Classic Man Podcast, we open up about the struggles of fatherhood, toxic relationships, soul ties, and how men process love, trauma, and communication differently. From combat tours to marriage struggles, to raising kids and breaking toxic cycles — this is real talk every man and woman needs to hear.
👉 We dive into:
- Why men and women hear each other differently
- How toxic relationships trap us & how to break free
- The truth about soul ties and intimacy
- Fatherhood, accountability & setting boundaries
- Healing from trauma and becoming a better partner
This episode will challenge how you see love, relationships, and manhood.
#Fatherhood #Relationships #ToxicLove #Masculinity #Podcast
_Chapters
00:00 – Intro: Fatherhood, Family & Needing Space
01:15 – Why Men & Women Hear Things Differently
03:00 – Lessons from Counseling Couples
05:10 – Communication, Accountability & Relationships
07:00 – Growing Together vs Growing Apart
08:30 – Staying in Toxic Love “For the Kids”
10:25 – Two Happy Homes vs One Broken One
11:30 – Control, Finances & Why People Feel Stuck
13:20 – Breaking Free: A Friend’s Escape from Abuse
14:40 – Childhood Trauma & Toxic Relationship Patterns
15:55 – How Words Become Curses (The Four Agreements)
17:15 – Attractiveness, Self-Worth & Toxic Cycles
18:45 – Triggers, Healing & Relationship Growth
19:40 – Soul Ties: The Spiritual Side of Relationships
21:30 – Why Sex is Never “Just for Fun”
22:50 – Carrying Toxic Traits into Future Relationships
25:00 – Why Men Cheat & Post-Clarity Truths
26:00 – Players vs. Loyal Men (And Why Choice Matters)
27:20 – Social Media, Attention & Relationship Insecurities
28:50 – Baggage, Trauma & Fighting for Healthy Love
30:40 – Setting Boundaries & Respecting Space
32:05 – Learning When to Walk Away vs Talking It Out
33:05 – Stress, Anxiety & Giving Your Partner Space
34:20 – Accountability, Safety & Open Communication
36:25 – Outro: Growth, Brotherhood & Classic Man Mission
_Isaiah Carter Bio
Isaiah Carter (@youngcoachcarter) is more than a bodybuilder—he's a builder of people. A national champion powerlifter with a preacher's heart and a soldier's discipline, Isaiah has dedicated his life to service: to youth, his community, and his faith. From high school sidelines to AAU courts, from the weight room to the pulpit, he's guided by one mission—helping others grow stronger in body, mind, and spirit. A reserve military police turned social worker and Family Life Pastor, Isaiah brings raw authenticity and hard-earned wisdom to every role he takes on. Off-duty, he's a swole MMA enthusiast, brother, and a proud dog dad.
_Alex Martinez Bio
Alex Martinez (@ghoenhard) is a protector at heart—on the front lines, behind the lens, and in the lives he touches. A veteran firefighter and two-tour combat veteran, Alex has spent his life answering the call—whether it's in combat zones or burning buildings. Now a devoted husband and father of five, he balances family life with entrepreneurship, running a thriving photography and videography business that captures truth through his creative eye. A committed Christian, he's a steady presence—strong, grounded, and always ready to serve.
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