In the newest episode of Understanding Men, prompted by Fraser's recent announcement of his separation from his wife, both Luke and Fraser discuss marriage breakdown. With Luke having separated from his partner over four years ago, they both reflect on the process of divorce and also acknowledge its effect on the friends and family closest to them. As ever, the guys hope that this podcast helps anyone out who may be currently experiencing a similar situation. 

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In this episode of Understanding Men, Luke and Fraser are joined by former professional footballer and Nottingham Forest first team coach Steven Reid, to explore the feelings of imposter syndrome he has faced throughout his playing and coaching career. Steven has been open about his experiences with anxiety and depression and also how this ultimately played a part in him deciding to end his playing career. The guys also discuss how if their tenacious attitude to life has ultimately helped them succeed in elite sport. 

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In the latest episode of Understanding Men, Luke and Fraser discuss leadership, and reflect on leaders they’ve encountered in their own personal lives and careers. Looking back at their experiences, they decide if they’ve been authentic and effective leaders and share the qualities that they have admired in others. 

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In the newest episode of Understanding Men, Luke and Fraser talk about finding purpose in life and reflect upon whether they think they've found theirs yet. Looking back at the events that led them to be where they are today, they wonder if their purpose is tied to their previous experiences and who they needed when they were their past selves. 

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In this new episode of Understanding Men, Luke and Fraser are joined by dating and relationship coach, podcaster and author Persia Lawson. The group chat about how both men and women struggle in modern dating and highlight how we all need to get more comfortable with male vulnerability. 

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In the latest episode of Understanding Men, Luke and Fraser discuss the role that fear has played throughout their lives, and how it has affected their work and relationships. Reflecting on how they face fear now they're in recovery, they share how they hope to embrace it to live a fulfilling life. 

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In this episode of Understanding Men, Luke and Fraser are joined by former Olympic gymnast Nile Wilson to explore the identity crisis he faced when retiring from gymnastics in 2021. Nile's career was ended by an injury and the guys discuss the various circumstances around their retirement and how they found purpose and meaning beyond their sport. 

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In the latest episode of Understanding Men, Luke and Fraser are joined by former professional cricketer and executive coach Simon Cusden. Simon helps high performing men navigate their shame shadow in order to create better relationships with people around them and allows them to develop a better quality of life.

Trigger warning: This episode includes discussions around suicide, which some individuals may find distressing.

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In this episode of Understanding Men, Luke and Fraser share their experiences with addiction and alcohol misuse, and discuss at what point they realised their relationship with alcohol was unhealthy. They also discuss the kinds of support they sought out in order to start on the path of sobriety and investigate what the term 'alcoholic' means. 

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In this episode of Understanding Men, Luke and Fraser are joined by television presenter and host Simon Thomas as they explore how they have experienced loss throughout their lives. This episode was inspired by a comment from a listener, and we hope that the guys' insight and experience helps anyone currently facing similar challenges. 

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