The Vulnerable Man

Pellegrino is a father and husband, a keynote speaker on human interaction, and the author of "Drowning Quietly - A Memoir of a Man's Shortcomings."

We talk about interhuman relations, using connection to counter shame, loneliness, helping leaders model cultures of honesty, and normalizing asking for and accepting help.

Website: https://www.pellegrino-riccardi.com/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/pellegrino-riccardi-24425a9/

Jesse is an author, has gone from the corporate world to ministry, and now is a part of Above the Sun where he's on a mission to raise up a family of writers who are willing to take the courageous journey of becoming a whole author. Oh yeah, and he also helped me write my book last year.

In this episode we look at his work helping writers find their authentic message, his relationship with God, how to find the theme of your life, and the importance of living your message.

Website: https://www.abovethesun.org/

Ray is an author, an activist, an OG in the world of men's work, and the founder of the Better Man Conference.

In this episode we wander through his journey in men's work, the four stages to the Ally's journey, his work with corporate leaders, and how he defines masculinity.

Website: https://www.rayarata.com/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rayarata/

Rodric is a coach, a mentor, and a serial entrepreneur. He's also a fellow woodworker, which scores bonus points in my book.

In this episode we talk about impromptu men's gatherings, should vs must, lollipop moments, life lessons he's learned as an entrepreneur, and how coaching impacted his relationships.

Website: https://chasingless.com

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rodriclenhart/

Christopher is a father, an executive coach and leadership consultant, a lifelong learner and the author of The Whole Man: Evolving Masculinity which is publishing in May 2022.

My guest host, Ken Mossman, has us talking about my becoming a Vulnerability Vanguard, "fitting in" as a man, modeling healthy masculinity, intimacy, and my book writing experience.

Website: https://www.wholemanjourney.com/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/christopherveal/

Alan is a father and husband, a coach, and the author of Don't Just Have the Soup: 52 Analogies for Leadership, Coaching and Life.

In this episode we talk about being a dad to a teenage daughter, growing up Gen X, the importance of community and relationship, being mindful of privilege, and his experience of creating and publishing a book with his wife.

Website: https://www.peacefuldirection.com/

LinkedIn: hhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/alanheymann/

Wei-Ming is a contagiously joyful presence, a do-er, a dreamer, a mover and a maker, and frankly trying to fit him into any box just seems ridiculous.

In our laughter-filled conversation we get into his struggles with mental health, the 'model minority,' mental food, resonant self-expression, a possible Harry Potter spell for connection, and the joy of dabbling.

Website: https://themiddlewei.com/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/wei-ming-lam/

Timothy is a retired law enforcement lieutenant turned coach, a husband, a father of three boys, and a man of deep learning and faith.

We talk about who we are versus our roles, his "one original thought," vulnerability as a leader, his overcoming alcoholism, and the hero's journey.

Website: https://evoluteperformance.com/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/timothygallagherevolute/

Jonathan is a coach, an experienced business professional, and a fellow traveler in this exploration of what it means to be a man in our world today.

We talk about losing identity in relationships, taking time to find yourself, creating space for men to be in deep conversation, his experience growing up in the south, and disconnecting from social media.

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jonathan-m-johnson/

Irv is a husband and father of two boys, a coach, an elder, and the owner of C3: Coaching, Counseling and Consulting.

We talk about his becoming an Elder in the world, deconstructing old stories we tell ourselves, his work around emotional fitness, helping leaders find permission to be vulnerable, and resiliency and willingness to change.

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/irvkooris/