Hector sits down with Tom Bresnahan to explore the growing challenges of being a dad, the role of men in today’s society, and how shifting cultural norms impact boys and families. They discuss the influence of technology, addiction, and societal expectations on youth while talking about the decline of rites of passage and the misconceptions surrounding masculinity. Tune in to hear Tom explain how dads can lead by example, guiding boys into adulthood with clarity and resilience.

Chapters

• 00:00:00 - The Puzzle Begins
• 00:01:31 - Meeting the Man Behind the Mission
• 00:02:04 - A Journey Through Fire and Growth
• 00:03:11 - Fatherhood’s Untold Battles
• 00:08:16 - The Art of Raising Emotionally Aware Humans
• 00:12:06 - Screens and the Future of Our Children
• 00:15:00 - Redefining the Modern Man’s Place
• 00:18:10 - Demons, Shadows, and Redemption
• 00:22:29 - Building Tomorrow’s Men Today
• 00:24:58 - Lost Rituals and Forgotten Scouts
• 00:25:36 - Misunderstood Boys and Masculinity’s Myths
• 00:26:17 - Hollywood’s Quiet Influence on Gender Stories
• 00:28:56 - Facing Societal Shifts Head-On
• 00:30:14 - Masculinity Through the Cultural Lens
• 00:37:23 - A Handbook for Raising Sons
• 00:40:15 - Lifelines for Parents and Families
• 00:44:42 - Masculinity, Redefined

Links and Resources

• Tom on LinkedIn
• Take Back Control by Tom Bresnahan
• Hector Santiesteban on LinkedIn
• Hector Santiesteban on Twitter

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