Best The COURAGEOUS & KIND Project Podcasts (2025)

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Anthony Davidson: reaching the pinnacle through talent + testing 1:17:25

1h ago1:17:25

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Racing twice in 2002 with Minardi and once again three years later with BAR Honda in 2005, Anthony Davidson’s Formula 1 career had a few false starts. But in 2007, he finally got a full-time shot with Super Aguri. Although his F1 career ended just over a year later, Anthony is rightly proud to have reached the top of motorsport. Speaking to Tom Cla…

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F1 at Downing Street - with the UK Prime Minister, James Vowles, Oliver Bearman + Cadillac boss Graeme Lowdon 23:27

4h ago23:27

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To celebrate 75 years of the Formula 1 World Championship, Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer invited drivers, Team Principals and others from the sport to 10 Downing Street - the heart of government in the UK. In a special episode of F1 Beyond The Grid, the Prime Minister tells Tom Clarkson why he's 'proud' of the sport's success and its £12bn annual…

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214 - Holding Space: The Courage to Lead Without Having All the Answers with Rhonda Schladand 49:55

7d ago49:55

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Text Us Your Feedback! (Likes, Dislikes, Guest/Conversation Recommendations). In this soulful and deeply human conversation, Boysen is joined by Rhonda Schladand—somatic healer, educator, and co-founder of the Holding Space training. Together, they explore what it truly means to “hold space” as a leader in today’s polarized, fast-moving world. Rhon…

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Lando Norris: raising his game 47:12

7d ago47:12

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This episode is brought to you by Dropbox Dash, an official technology partner of the McLaren Formula 1 team. Now a multiple race winner, podium finisher and polesitter, Lando Norris is ready to take the next step in his Formula 1 career and become World Champion. To do so in 2025, he’ll have to beat his equally talented teammate Oscar Piastri. But…

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Brad Pitt: becoming Sonny Hayes for F1 The Movie 28:48

14d ago28:48

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For F1 The Movie, Brad Pitt lived the high-speed life of a Formula 1 driver. He drove with seven-time World Champion Lewis Hamilton. He learned to race. He spent years shooting scenes at racetracks around the world. The result is what he calls ‘the most visceral feeling you will get in a race car of anything put on film’ - F1 The Movie, in cinemas …

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213 - Warrior Toughness Meets Emotional Intelligence: Leading with Authenticity and Heart in the U.S. Navy with KC Nilsson 1:02:03

14d ago1:02:03

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Text Us Your Feedback! (Likes, Dislikes, Guest/Conversation Recommendations). In this episode of the Mankind Podcast, host Brandon Clift engages with KC Nilsson, a seasoned U.S. naval officer, to explore the evolving definitions of manhood and leadership. They discuss the importance of integrity, the need for leaders to show up authentically, and t…

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Unpacking My Mother's Prison Diary: The Journal, Ep.1 8:31

20d ago8:31

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Send us a text What happens when you finally open the box you've been dragging for 19 years? That's exactly what I explore in this deeply personal episode as I reveal a family secret I've held close for decades—my mother's prison journal. When I was just eleven years old, my world changed forever as my mother was sentenced to federal prison for emb…

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Isack Hadjar: ‘I’m a fighter’ 43:22

21d ago43:22

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He took some blows on his climb to Formula 1. Now Isack Hadjar is toe-to-toe with the heavyweights. Hadjar’s first F1 race was over before it began, as he slid off the track on a rain-soaked day in Australia. He tells Tom Clarkson how previous setbacks helped him get back on his feet, and establish himself as one of the best young drivers in the sp…

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212 - How to Disrupt the Manosphere: Healing Men Through Connection with Johnny Cole 54:35

23d ago54:35

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Text Us Your Feedback! (Likes, Dislikes, Guest/Conversation Recommendations). What if the most radical thing a man can do today… is be gentle? In this passionate and deeply insightful episode, I sit down with Johnny Cole—founder of Hey Brother Co., men's work facilitator, feminist, and marketing tech consultant. We talk about the transformative pow…

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211 - Father's Day Throwback: How To Be A Better Dad - Epic Dads Share Their Tips 1:25:50

25d ago1:25:50

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Text Us Your Feedback! (Likes, Dislikes, Guest/Conversation Recommendations). In this conversation, the participants discuss their experiences and perspectives on fatherhood. They explore the challenges and joys of being a father, particularly in the absence of a paternal father figure. The conversation touches on topics such as building self-aware…

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LEGENDS: Emerson Fittipaldi’s ‘courage’ + ‘risk’ to become World Champion 50:10

28d ago50:10

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Emerson Fittipaldi made history with Lotus in 1972 by becoming the first Brazilian to win the Formula 1 World Championship. In 1974, he won the title again with McLaren. Emerson’s achievements on track are legendary, but his actions off track are just as iconic. In a special F1 Beyond The Grid Legends episode, Emerson tells Tom Clarkson why he refu…

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210 - Breaking Down The Male Loneliness Epidemic with Dr. Gary Barker of Equimundo 57:16

1M ago57:16

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Text Us Your Feedback! (Likes, Dislikes, Guest/Conversation Recommendations). In this powerful episode, Brandon Clift sits down with Dr. Gary Barker, CEO and co-founder of Equimundo, to explore one of the most pressing issues affecting men today: male loneliness. Together, they examine how boys and men are taught to disconnect from their emotions, …

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The Reel That Triggered the Internet (and Set Me Free): Pro tips on Projection 11:26

1M ago11:26

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Send us a text Have you ever dimmed your light because someone else couldn't handle your shine? In this raw, powerful episode, I'm taking you behind the scenes of what happened when my celebratory weight loss reel went viral – and not always in the kindest corners of the internet. When the comments started flooding in, some supportive but many crue…

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209 - Radical Acts of Acceptance, Joy, and Brotherhood - GBTQ+ Men's Work with Cator Sparks 44:58

1M ago44:58

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Text Us Your Feedback! (Likes, Dislikes, Guest/Conversation Recommendations). What does it mean to come home to yourself as a man—especially as a queer man in today’s world? In this powerful and deeply human conversation, I sit down with Cator Sparks, a certified professional co-active coach, lifelong seeker, and GBTQ men’s group facilitator, to ex…

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Valtteri Bottas: Cadillac is ‘very interesting project’ 43:44

1M ago43:44

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This year is the first time Valtteri Bottas isn’t racing in Formula 1 since he started as a rookie in 2013, but the 10-time Grand Prix winner says F1 is ‘still the number one thing in my life’ and his priority is to get back on the grid in 2026. Speaking to Tom Clarkson, Valtteri discusses all the options he has for his next move. Would he like to …

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208 - Why Gen Z Males Are The LONELIEST Demographic In The World and How To Help with Dr. Tiffany Bartell 54:05

1M ago54:05

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Text Us Your Feedback! (Likes, Dislikes, Guest/Conversation Recommendations). In this conversation, Brandon Clift and Dr. Tiffany Bartell explore the pressing issue of male loneliness, particularly among Gen Z. They discuss the societal and psychological factors contributing to this crisis, the generational values that shape young men's experiences…

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Confessions of a Chronic People-Pleaser: The Exhausting Art of Shapeshifting 8:16

1M ago8:16

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Send us a text The constant pressure to adjust who we are for the comfort of others is a silent drain on our authenticity and energy. In this raw and vulnerable episode, I take you on a deeply personal journey through my own pattern of shapeshifting – that exhausting habit of becoming whoever the room needs me to be. This pattern didn't emerge in a…

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Simone Resta: F1 car designer who swapped Ferrari for Mercedes 39:29

1M ago39:29

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When he left Ferrari to join Mercedes, Simone Resta took decades of experience with him. In Italy, he worked with Michael Schumacher and designed race-winning cars for Sebastian Vettel, Kimi Raikkonen and Charles Leclerc. Now, his task is giving George Russell and Kimi Antonelli the best Mercedes he can. As Deputy Technical Director Simone is focus…

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207 - Memorial Day Special: Veterans’ Stories of Sacrifice, Survival, and Remembrance 59:57

1M ago59:57

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Text Us Your Feedback! (Likes, Dislikes, Guest/Conversation Recommendations). How do veterans grapple with the emotional weight of Memorial Day? Join us for a deeply moving Memorial Day episode of the Mankind Podcast, where we revisit a conversation from our Masks Off Monday series. Featuring a heartfelt panel discussion with five veterans, includi…

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206 - Burnout, Loneliness, and the New Happy – a way forward for Men with Stephanie Harrison 44:53

2M ago44:53

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Text Us Your Feedback! (Likes, Dislikes, Guest/Conversation Recommendations). In this transformative episode of The ManKind Podcast, Boysen sits down with Stephanie Harrison—philosopher of happiness, founder of The New Happy, and author of the international bestseller New Happy: Getting Happiness Right in a World That’s Got It Wrong. Together, they…

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They Called You Higher..and You Got Mad. 6:27

2M ago6:27

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Send us a text Have you ever felt that immediate defensive reaction when someone suggests you're capable of more? That instant tightening in your chest, the flood of justifications, the urge to prove why you're doing enough already? You're not alone. In this deeply personal episode, I share a transformative moment when someone I respect looked me i…

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Dario Franchitti: why ‘F1 dream’ never became reality 57:57

2M ago57:57

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Dario Franchitti has had a sensational racing career in the United States, becoming a four-time IndyCar series champion and a three-time winner of the Indy500. But earlier in his career, Dario had plenty of interest from Formula 1 and tested for a few different teams. So why didn’t he end up racing in the pinnacle of motorsport? Speaking to Tom Cla…

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The Power Of Your Word: How Trust is Built (or Broken) 9:28

2M ago9:28

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Send us a text Ever had that gut feeling when someone says "I promise" that they won't follow through? Or maybe you're the one who means well but consistently falls short on your commitments? This raw, honest conversation digs into the true cost of broken promises and why your word matters more than you might realize. Trust isn't just broken by dra…

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Celebrating F1 75 with Mario Andretti 54:55

2M ago54:55

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Mario Andretti was 10 years old when the first ever Formula 1 World Championship Grand Prix took place at Silverstone, on the 13th of May 1950. The 1978 World Champion has seen everything the pinnacle of motorsport has to offer over the past 75 years, and is one of just 34 drivers to win the ultimate prize, so he’s the perfect person to celebrate s…

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205 - Mess Up, Own Up, Grow Up: Leadership Lessons in Admitting the GAP 44:37

2M ago44:37

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Text Us Your Feedback! (Likes, Dislikes, Guest/Conversation Recommendations). What happens when your best intentions fall flat? When your leadership misses the mark? When you’re face-to-face with your own blind spots? In this brutally honest episode of The ManKind Podcast, hosts Brandon Clift and Boysen Hodgson unpack the messy, uncomfortable, and …

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Breaking the Comparison Trap: How To Stop Decorating Your Ditch 7:16

2M ago7:16

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Send us a text Ever found yourself in a comparison spiral that left you feeling totally paralyzed? You're scrolling through social media when suddenly you're questioning everything about your life, wondering why everyone else seems to have it all figured out while you're struggling just to keep up. That's exactly where I found myself this week, and…

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Claire Williams: proud of Williams' progress 59:21

2M ago59:21

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When Claire Williams sold the Williams F1 team at the end of 2020, a very special 43-year association between the Williams family and Formula 1 came to an end. Founded by Claire’s father, Sir Frank Williams, in 1977, the team have won 16 World Championships – a feat only bettered by Ferrari and McLaren. Claire rose through the ranks – starting as p…

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When Your Body Screams: Understanding Panic Attacks From the Inside Out 10:50

2M ago10:50

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Send us a text Have you ever felt your heart racing, chest tightening, and hands shaking out of nowhere? Yesterday, that was me—ambushed by a full-blown panic attack while sitting at my desk. The irony wasn't lost on me—someone who helps others find courage, suddenly unable to breathe. This raw, unfiltered episode dives deep into what panic attacks…

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Jonathan Wheatley: leading Sauber forward into Audi era 53:27

2M ago53:27

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As the new Team Principal of Sauber, Jonathan Wheatley is taking on one of the most exciting projects in Formula 1. With Benetton, Renault and Red Bull Racing, Jonathan has won 19 World Championships over the last 34 years. Now, after nearly two decades as Red Bull’s Sporting Director, he’s in a very different role with a very different team. And n…

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You Hold the Keys to Your Own Handcuffs: How To Stop Abandoning Yourself 10:00

3M ago10:00

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Send us a text Have you ever wondered what might happen if you stopped letting your excuses run the show and started turning up the volume on your self-worth? For years, my excuses screamed while my sense of value barely whispered. It's a pattern that keeps so many of us trapped, shrinking in rooms where we should shine and holding our tongues when…

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Piers Thynne: running McLaren's championship-winning factory 53:49

3M ago53:49

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Tom Clarkson’s guest on this week’s F1 Beyond The Grid is McLaren’s Chief Operating Officer, Piers Thynne, who has been with the team since 2008. He oversees everything that happens at the team's base, the McLaren Technology Centre, so he’s played a crucial role in their current success. How have McLaren transformed into World Champions after finis…

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204 - How To Stay Human In Hard Conversations with Kenny Andejeski 57:56

3M ago57:56

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Text Us Your Feedback! (Likes, Dislikes, Guest/Conversation Recommendations). In this powerful and timely conversation, host Brandon Clift sits down with Kenny Andejeski—a strategist, facilitator, and civic connector—who specializes in building community across difference. Together, they explore how emotional intelligence, curiosity, and local acti…

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Own What You’re Good At. Let Go Of What You're Not 8:55

3M ago8:55

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Send us a text Have you ever caught yourself saying "I should be more organized" or "Why can't I be better at this?" For years, I was trapped in the same cycle—trying to fix things that weren't broken instead of embracing what already worked naturally. The turning point came when I finally gave myself permission to admit what I wasn't good at. This…

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203 - Barrier Free: Diego Medina on Life, Love, and Leading from a Wheelchair 28:28

3M ago28:28

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Text Us Your Feedback! (Likes, Dislikes, Guest/Conversation Recommendations). What does it take to live fully, love boldly, and lead from the heart—when the world around you often looks the other way? In this powerful episode, Boysen Hodgson sits down with Diego Medina, a 31-year-old public speaker, artist, and advocate who has lived as a quadriple…

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Esteban Ocon: feeling at home with Haas 55:32

3M ago55:32

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After five years with Alpine, Esteban Ocon is embarking on a new adventure with Haas in 2025. What challenges has he faced while settling into his new team? How is he getting on with new race engineer Laura Mueller? What are the strengths and weaknesses of their car? Esteban tells Tom Clarkson how he’s adapting to his new surroundings and how Haas …

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'The team is a big family' - This week on F1 Beyond The Grid... 1:32

3M ago1:32

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Tom Clarkson reveals which Formula 1 star will be joining him on this week’s episode of F1 Beyond The Grid. Listen to the full show on Wednesday 16th March or you can watch their chat on the official F1 YouTube channel.By Formula 1

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202 - Tantra for the Modern Man: Healing Shame, Expanding Pleasure with Olga Ribble 51:24

3M ago51:24

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Text Us Your Feedback! (Likes, Dislikes, Guest/Conversation Recommendations). Tantra for the Modern Man: Reclaiming Pleasure, Power & Presence In this intimate and eye-opening episode of The ManKind Podcast, host Boysen Hodgson sits down with Tantra practitioner and educator Olga Ribble for a groundbreaking conversation on sexuality, masculinity, a…

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Moving Forward When Self-Doubt Screams: Building Confidence Through Action 10:31

3M ago10:31

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Send us a text Have you ever been paralyzed by that voice in your head screaming that you're not enough? That familiar heaviness that makes you question everything you're doing? You're far from alone. This raw, unfiltered conversation dives into what it truly takes to move forward when self-doubt is riding shotgun. Confidence doesn't appear before …

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Marc Gene: witnessing five World Champions at Ferrari 52:19

3M ago52:19

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Ferrari ambassador and former test driver Marc Gene has been with the team since 2004. During that time, Marc has had the privilege of working alongside five World Champions: Michael Schumacher, Kimi Raikkonen, Fernando Alonso, Sebastian Vettel and now, Lewis Hamilton. Do they all have a common trait that makes them so successful? What’s the differ…

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201 - Fire in the Belly, Father & Son Healing with Sam Keen & Gifford Keen from 2015 59:50

3M ago59:50

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Text Us Your Feedback! (Likes, Dislikes, Guest/Conversation Recommendations). In this powerful and intimate archival episode from 2015, we revisit a conversation between philosopher and author Sam Keen (Fire in the Belly) and his son, novelist Gifford Keen, about their co-authored book Prodigal Father, Wayward Son: A Roadmap to Reconciliation. This…

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Our Bodies Keep the Score: The Trauma Survivors Hypersensitive Startle Reflexes 9:19

3M ago9:19

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Send us a text Have you ever reacted so intensely to someone sneaking up behind you that people laughed or told you to "calm down"? That hypersensitive startle reflex isn't an overreaction—it's your body's trauma response working exactly as designed. Drawing from personal experience, I dive deep into why certain "harmless pranks" can trigger full-b…

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200 Episodes In: Hard Truths, Big Laughs, and Impactful Moments 55:04

3M ago55:04

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Text Us Your Feedback! (Likes, Dislikes, Guest/Conversation Recommendations). 🎉 Episode 200 | The Mankind Podcast: Our Greatest Hits & Most Human Moments (So Far) Welcome to the 200th episode of The Mankind Podcast! In this milestone celebration, co-hosts Brandon Clift and Boysen Hodgson reflect on four years and 200 conversations exploring the man…

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Jaime Alguersuari: record-breaking debut to high-pressure exit 1:07:23

3M ago1:07:23

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Chosen by Red Bull aged 15. Suddenly launched into his first Grand Prix as the youngest driver ever, having never driven a Formula 1 car before. Racing for the Red Bull junior team, Jaime Alguersuari was expected to win. He was dropped when he didn’t. Speaking to Tom Clarkson, Jaime looks back at his rapid rise to Formula 1. From his surprise debut…

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199 - Barrier Free: Art Patterson on Leadership, Disability, and Brotherhood 23:26

3M ago23:26

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Text Us Your Feedback! (Likes, Dislikes, Guest/Conversation Recommendations). What does real inclusion look like in men’s work? In this episode, Boysen Hodgson welcomes Art Patterson, a leader, elder, and fierce advocate for the Barrier Free Movement in the ManKind Project. Living with cerebral palsy, Art has spent over 25 years in MKP — breaking b…

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Protecting Your Energy: The Hardest Lesson I Had To Learn 11:14

3M ago11:14

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Send us a text Have you ever felt completely drained after certain conversations or interactions? That pit in your stomach when specific names appear on your phone? You're not alone. Today's powerful conversation tackles one of life's most challenging yet liberating lessons: protecting your energy isn't selfish—it's essential self-respect. Drawing …

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Pierre Gasly: believing in Alpine 47:32

4M ago47:32

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‘I wish I could fast forward’, says Pierre Gasly. Like all F1 drivers, Pierre is used to things happening quickly. He thinks Alpine will be fighting further forwards in a matter of months, and is impatient to get there. He knows how winning feels. He believes he can do it again. Gasly tells Tom Clarkson about the faith he has in Alpine and its lead…

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Feel the Fear and Build It Anyway: How to Stop Letting What-Ifs Control Your Life 10:21

4M ago10:21

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Send us a text Have you ever felt that heart-pounding, palm-sweating sensation when facing something that scares you? That feeling that whispers "who do you think you are?" right when you're about to take a risk? Welcome to the debut episode of She Lost It, where we dive deep into understanding how fear works as our compass, not our stop sign. Stan…

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She Lost It Trailer 3:20

4M ago3:20

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Send us a text What happens when you finally decide to lose everything that's been weighing you down? Not just physical weight, but the emotional baggage, trauma, fear, shame, guilt, people-pleasing, and stories you've been hauling around like bricks on your back? Welcome to She Lost It, where I'm getting vulnerable about my journey from rock botto…

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Food Addiction: The Drug We Don't Talk About 10:24

4M ago10:24

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Send us a text Ever wondered why you can't stop at just one bite, even when you promised yourself you would? The answer might be more complex than lacking willpower. Food addiction is the socially acceptable dependency no one wants to acknowledge. Ultra-processed foods trigger the same dopamine pathways as addictive substances, creating powerful ne…

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198 - Friends in the Neighborhood. A Radical Step Might be a Walk with Mark Greene 49:04

4M ago49:04

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Text Us Your Feedback! (Likes, Dislikes, Guest/Conversation Recommendations). Walking, Talking, and Building Connection with Mark Greene In this powerful episode of the ManKind Podcast, host Boysen Hodgson sits down with Mark Greene, author and advocate for healthy masculinity, to discuss an inspiring grassroots movement: Walking, Talking Men. This…

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