ManDown Podcast

The Achievement Void, ADHD at 30 & Life Without Sleep | Ep.39


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In this listener-powered episode, Ted and Patrick tackle the struggles and questions you’ve been sending in. They explore what it’s like to feel unfulfilled even after achieving your dreams, navigate burnout, and figure out the next steps in your career. Patrick shares his thoughts on ADHD in men, including life-changing diagnoses later in adulthood. They dive into the realities of parenting, sleepless nights with a second child, and how to cope when life throws your schedule off balance. The conversation also covers semi-pro and amateur athletes juggling full-time jobs, late nights, and recovery challenges, while Ted reflects on his journey into football versus American football. Packed with vulnerability, insight, and practical advice, this episode examines ambition, identity, and the modern pressures men face today.


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Timestamps:
00:00 Welcome Intro
00:06 Episode Intro
00:48 Q1 How Ted Got Into Football and Data Analytics
08:58 Q2 Understanding ADHD and Its Impact
17:22 Q3 Navigating Parenthood and Sleep Challenges
24:37 Q4 Optimising Recovery for Athletes With Full-Time Jobs
26:27 Q5 The Reality of Success and Fulfilment
41:48 Q6 Finding Your Path in a Changing World
48:50 Outro
49:27 Broll

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ManDown PodcastBy Ted Knutson