This episode of In Good Company podcast welcomes guest Raymond Chou, a varsity athlete and researcher with UBC Men’s Health Program, to discuss his experiences and findings from the peer support study.

In this episode, Paul and Raymond delve into the dynamics of male friendships and support systems. They explore how men connect with each other, the challenges they face in seeking and offering support, and offer valuable insights into the importance of authenticity and proactive communication within male peer relationships.

You can also WATCH Paul and Ray's interview on the Men's Health Research YouTube Channel to check out the photos they've discussed on this episode:

https://youtu.be/1cgcPKnP3pk

Links & Shownotes

https://ingoodcompany.menshealthresearch.ubc.ca/2024/06/10/episode-1/

⁠https://twitter.com/MensHealthUBC

(00:00) - Introduction

(01:24) - About Raymond Chou

(03:00) - Background and methodology on the study

(04:04) - Men’s experiences with taking photos for the study

(08:05) - Types of photos men submitted

(10:45) - Challenges guys faced when trying to connect

(12:56) - Buddies can be a lifeline for guys

(13:17) - What is a peer?

(14:50) - Loss of connection, and barriers to maintaining friendships between men

(18:48) - What prevents men from giving support

(22:28) - What qualities are guys looking for in a relationship

(25:55) - Types of support guys provide

(29:46) - Strategies men used to connect/support their buddies

(39:56) - Raymond's personal reflection on mens' social connections