In this episode of the pod, Tripp talks with Shan Foster about health masculinity, the imperative of diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives in the corporate world, and how they have both grappled with 'wearing masks' in different situations. 

Shan Foster is a former professional basketball player, SEC player of the year in 2009, and all-time leading scorer at Vanderbilt University where he graduated. He is currently the VP of external affairs at the YWCA Nashville & Middle Tennessee, and the Executive Director of the AMEND Together Initiative, a program dedicated to preventing violence against women and girls by educating young men on these issues. Additionally, Shan is on the board of numerous organizations which help increase access to education and teach healthy masculinity and the author of his memoir, "What Hurt Didn't Hinder". 

Tripp and Shan both enjoy using their 'hyper masculine' experiences -- professional basketball and military service -- to help others navigate the complexity associated with healthy masculinity. They met with Shan presented at a CEO leadership group, Vistage Worldwide, and Tripp knew he wanted to amplify Shan's message. 

Links for Shan:

• Fostering Healthy Solutions: www.fosteringhealthysolutions.com
• Twitter: @shanfoster_32

Links for Tripp:

• Green Hill Recovery: www.greenhillrecovery.com
• AIM: Advaita Integrated Medicine: www.aimwellcare.com
• Advaita Health Ventures: www.advaitaventures.com 

Find us on the web:

• Advaita Integrated Medicine
• Green Hill Recovery