Mojo for the Modern Man
A podcast for people of every stripe - all about the state of men, manhood and masculinity in our ever-changing world. With humility, depth, humor, and more than a little irreverence, Mojo for the Modern Man invites listeners into stories and deep conversations about what goes on at the crossroads of manhood, leadership, creativity, curiosity, vulnerability and responsibility. Mojo for the Modern Man entertains, teaches, invites reflection and engagement - and points toward more sustainable, healthy, and generative expressions of manhood.
Episodes
181 episodes since 2020
Inside Man - with Matthew Sloane
I had the absolute pleasure of sitting down with Matthew Sloane, an artist, writer, and father whose journey from emotional disconnection to self-awareness is both touching and inspir...
September 10, 2024
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Episode 178
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1:19:53
Drawing Different Maps with Braxton Wood - Act 2
In today's episode, I sat down with Braxton Wood, a homeschooled maverick who's rewriting the rulebook on education and career success. Without a high school diploma or college deg...
September 03, 2024
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Episode 177
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42:44
Drawing Different Maps with Braxton Wood - Act 1
In today's episode, I had the pleasure of diving into the fascinating world of homeschooling with Braxton Wood, a self-proclaimed "homeschool dropout" turned succes...
August 29, 2024
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Episode 176
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41:25
"And There Was this Teacher" with Eric FitzMedrud - Act 2
In the second half of our conversation,
August 20, 2024
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Episode 175
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33:41
"And There Was this Teacher" with Eric FitzMedrud - Act 1
Eric FitzMedrud ...
August 13, 2024
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Episode 174
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44:52
That Didn't Go as Planned! - with Shawn Lesser Act 2
In this profound second act of my conversation with
August 06, 2024
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Episode 173
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37:48
That Didn't Go as Planned! - with Shawn Lesser Act 1
What a pleasure to be joined by
July 30, 2024
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Episode 172
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37:53
Adventure, Academia, and Getting Mental with Anson Whitmer - Act 2
In round two with Anson Whitmer, we dive deep into the murky waters of men's mental health, which was quite the journey. Anson opens up about his own battles with loss and emotional...
July 23, 2024
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Episode 171
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33:53
Adventure, Academia, and Getting Mental with Anson Whitmer - Act 1
In this episode, I sat down with Anson Whitmer, whose diverse life experiences span from a split childhood between Chicago and England to daring solo adventures across the globe. An...
July 17, 2024
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Episode 170
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43:17
The Army, Daughters and Leadership with Mike Sweeney - Act 2
In this captivating second act with Mike Sweeney, I was treated to a treasure trove of hard-earned wisdom. Mike's journey from Army officer to corporate leader, and thr...
July 09, 2024
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Episode 169
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45:34
The Army, Daughters and Leadership with Mike Sweeney - Act 1
Today I had the absolute pleasure of sitting down with Mike Sweeney, a Boston-born "country mouse," Army veteran, and father. Our conversation traced Mike's remarkable journey from an e...
July 03, 2024
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44:18
Burnout, Fatherhood, and Daughters with Brian Anderson - Act 2
In the second half of our conversation, Brian Anderson continues to captivate with his heartfelt reflections on fatherhood and personal growth. With disarming honesty, ...
June 25, 2024
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42:29
Burnout, Fatherhood, and Daughters with Brian Anderson - Act 1
In today's episode, I'm thrilled to be joined by Brian Anderson, who generously shares his remarkable journey of resilience, service, and redefining modern masculinity....
June 18, 2024
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43:40
Big Shoulders, Deep Studies, and Masculinities with Matt Englar-Carlson - Act 2
Matt Englar-Carlson is back for part two of our conversation - an introspective journey into healthy masculinity...
June 05, 2024
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Episode 165
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39:51
Big Shoulders, Deep Studies, and Masculinities with Matt Englar-Carlson - Act 1
Today I am thrilled to be joined by
May 28, 2024
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Episode 164
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54:39
Bridges, Battles, and the Unseen with Josh Wilson - Act 2
What does it mean for a man to embody the "warrior" archetype in a healthy, life-giving way? That's what I explore with my guest Josh Wilson today in Act Two of our conversatio...
May 21, 2024
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Episode 163
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43:17
Bridges, Battles, and the Unseen with Josh Wilson - Act 1
What does it mean to truly receive - not just gifts or compliments, but grace, love, and acceptance itself? In this powerful conversation, my guest Josh Wilson opens ...
May 14, 2024
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Episode 162
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46:50
Crafting Hope: From Troubles to Treasures with Hawi James Ouma - Act 2
In the second act of my chat with Hawi James Ouma, we dive into his incredible journey from being wrongfully arrested to becoming a role model for young boys in Kenya's juvenile system...
May 07, 2024
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Episode 161
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50:14
Crafting Hope: From Troubles to Treasures with Hawi James Ouma - Act 1
Today I am so thrilled to be joined by Hawi James Ouma, an incredible man who survived some of the most turbulent times in Uganda, only to move back to rural Kenya after his father pas...
April 30, 2024
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Episode 160
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37:37
Rootless and Restless to Powerful and Loving with David Jurasek - Act 2
In today's episode, I welcomed back David Jurasek for Act 2 of our conversation, starting with his journey from feeling fragmented to achieving a more integrated and balanced self. ...
April 23, 2024
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Episode 159
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35:39
Rootless and Restless to Powerful and Loving with David Jurasek - Act 1
David Jurasek joins me today to share his profound insights on navigating shame, embracing authenticity, and embarking on the transformative journey towards sel...
April 17, 2024
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Episode 158
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45:10
Truth, Determination, and Success with Don'Angelo Bivens - Act 2
I hope that you’re as excited as I am to welcome back Don Angelo Bivens for a captivating Act 2 of our conversation. Together, we navigate the intricate landscape of modern livi...
April 09, 2024
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Episode 157
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41:37
Truth, Determination, and Success with Don'Angelo Bivens - Act 1
Today I had the absolute pleasure of chatting with Don’Angelo Bivens, delving into his fascinating upbringing in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. From navigating the challenges of poverty and dis...
April 04, 2024
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Episode 156
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40:07