If You've Come This Far

If You've Come This Far

By Shaun Emerson & Chris LozierSociety & CultureBusinessRelationshipsNon-Profit
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If You've Come This Far episodes

  • Dr. Saed Hill...Unrestricted Masculinity

    In this latest episode, the guys meet with Dr. Saed Hill, Assistant Director of Prevention and Masculine Engagement for Northwestern University's CARE program. The conversation covers Saed's upbringing, the NU Men's program, sexual consent, prevention vs. engagement, smoked meat, restrictive masculinity and more...

    Learn more about Dr. Saed Hill, and his NU Men program, a critical examination of masculinity.

    This episode is brought to you by Half Acre Brewery. Check out the wonderful beers here on Half Acre's website.

    1 hr 5 min
  • Jason Ronai: Endless Teachable Moments

    In Episode 19, Chris and Shaun talk with Chris' old friend, Jason Ronai, author of Endless Teachable Moments, a new book of poetry on the power and art of sport. The fellas cover Jason's sports history, coaching, parenting, the beauty of sport, and facing tragedy and more....

    Get Jason's book, Endless Teachable Moments here

    1 hr 8 min
  • Paul Sullivan: Creating Community for Lead Dads

    In episode 18, Shaun and Chris talk with Paul Sullivan, the founder of The Company of Dads, an inclusive community for Lead Dads. In addition to discussing the Company's mission and activities, the guys explore Paul's previous career as a columnist with the New York Times, growing up in Massachusetts, middle school, his books, Clutch and the Thin Green Line, hats, emotional labor, and golf.

    This episode is brought to you by Half Acre Brewery. Check out the wonderful beers here on Half Acre's website.

    To learn more about the Company of Dads and Paul on their website: https://thecompanyofdads.com/

    1 hr 8 min
  • Michael Clinton: ROARing Through Life

    In this episode, the boys chat with Michael Clinton, author of ROAR into the second half of your life (before it's too late). The discussion covers Michael's career as a media executive and former head of Hearst Publishing, humble beginnings, what it means to ROAR, Michael's ambitious schedule, frameworks and the value of brunch.

    You can learn more about Michael and order ROAR here

    This episode is brought to you by Judson & Moore, Family Legacy American Whiskey. Born from Boundless Curiosity. Learn more about Judson & Moore here

    1 hr 3 min
  • Dave Dunn: How To Support A Loved One with Anorexia

    In this latest episode, Chris and Shaun talk with Dave Dunn, author of Love, Crowd Out, Forgive, Accept, a guide book to supporting a loved one with anorexia. The discussion covers Dave's daughter, Kara's, battle with anorexia, the impact on him, his family and his relationship with his wife. They explore Dave's work with FEAST, his career as a tech executive and his decision to go back to school to train as a therapist.

    Find Dave's book here on Amazon

    Learn more about Feast

    1 hr 1 min
  • Jordan Shapiro: Father Figure...How to be a Feminist Dad

    In episode 15, Chris and Shaun talk with Jordan Shapiro, Temple University professor and author of Father Figure; How to be a Feminist Dad. They cover parenting, masculinity, what it means to be a feminist, the good life, philly cheesesteaks and bourbon waffles. This interview is insightful and fun (as always!). You can learn more about Jordan and order his books at https://www.jordanshapiro.org.

    1 hr 21 min
  • Dr. Christine Porath: Mastering Community, Civility and Self-Awareness

    In the 14th episode, Shaun and Chris interview Dr. Christine Porath. Dr. Porath is an Associate Professor at Georgetown University’s McDonough School of Business and helps organizations build thriving workplaces. They dig into both her books, Mastering Community and Mastering Civility, self-awareness, candor, humility, the fundamentals of civility, being a two sport athlete in college and much more!

    1 hr 8 min
  • Dr. Will Harper: Good Men's Health Practices

    In recognition of Men's Health Awareness Month, Chris and Shaun talk with Dr. Will Harper, Founder of Harper Health, a Chicago based concierge medicine practice. Dr. Will and the boys discuss good men's health practices, innovations in health care, Shaun's health (Will is his doctor) and more.

    1 hr 2 min
  • Dr. Geoffrey Greif: Understanding Male Friendships

    In this episode, Shaun and Chris talk with Dr. Geoffrey Greif, Professor, University of Maryland School of Social Work. The guys dig into Dr. Greif's book, Buddy System: Understanding male friendships, explore must, trust, rust and just friendships, the difference between family and friends, trust, loyalty, being understood and other aspects of Grief's work on relationships.

    53 min
  • Ed Hajim: A Life Well Lived...and More to Come!

    In this episode, Shaun and Chris talk with Ed Hajim about his extraordinary life. Ed recently penned his memoir, On The Road Less Traveled (a great read). They discuss Ed's journey from foster homes to Harvard Business School to a successful career on Wall Street. Along the way, they cover the importance of passion, not being a victim, the value of college, golf and more. At 86, Ed's energy and magnetism is off the charts!

    1 hr 10 min

About If You've Come This Far

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a podcast where Shaun and Chris simply aim to have authentic conversations with interesting people about what they do to make life more fulfilling and more impactful.