695. Why Strength Still Matters: Masculinity, Honour & Identity – With Jack Donovan
I’m joined by author and men’s work coach Jack Donovan for a deep, honest chat about modern masculinity. We get into why strength matters, how weakness is being sold as virtue, and why the idea that we’re all “blank slates” might be doing more harm than good. We talk martial arts, the value of tactical […]
694. Leading From The Heart – With Christian Pankhurst
Christian Pankhurst joins me to pick apart the art of emotional intelligence, group dynamics, and embodied leadership. We explore what it really means to live from “the heart,” how safety and coherence shape authentic connection, and why shadow work (especially the uniquely British kind) is essential for transformation. Christian unpacks the four directions of the […]
693. Out-training Parkinson’s: A Comeback Story – with Scott Hanley
Scott Hanley joins me to talk about how he turned the tables on his Parkinson’s diagnosis. We explore how mindset, movement, and a willingness to experiment played key roles in his recovery. We also talk about CrossFit, brain health, neuroplasticity, and the social disconnection that’s worsened since COVID. It’s a conversation packed with practical insight, […]
Our New Membership Program: Embodied Flourishing
Our new two-year membership program, Embodied Flourishing, is a supportive and pressure-free space to explore well-being, boundaries, embodiment, and more. Go beyond quick fixes for burnout or health struggles with a journey that empowers you to feel genuinely alive again. No more pushing through day after day. It includes: Carefully paced explorations to foster a […]
692. From Burnout to Flourishing – With Mark Walsh & Dr Helen Machen-Pearce
I sit down with my friend and colleague Dr Helen Machen-Pearce for a real, raw conversation about burnout, healing, and what it actually takes to flourish as a human being. I share my personal story – how I pushed myself to the point of physical and emotional collapse, what it took to come back from […]
691. Why Regulating Your Nervous System Is So Important – with Dr. Helen
In this episode, I’m doing one of my not-so-solo solo casts – with Dr. Helen in the room. We talk the power of nervous system regulation and how co-regulation plays a key role in well-being. This candid conversation dives into mental health, somatic practices, and how we connect as humans. Whether you’re a seasoned practitioner […]
690. Why Your Leadership Style Might Be Burning You Out – With Anouk Brack
In this insightful and grounded episode, I’m joined by Leadership Embodiment teacher and coach Anouk Brack to explore how centering and embodied practices can shift the way we lead, work, and relate – especially in high-stress or corporate environments. We unpack the neuroscience of stress and self-regulation, the hidden causes of burnout and bore-out, and […]
689. The Secret Weapon of Elite Soldiers: Breath, Discipline & Mindset – With Wouter Huizer
Ex-Dutch special forces operator turned breathwork coach Wouter Huizer joins me to discuss masculinity, elite performance, and mastering the nervous system. We get into counter-terrorism, ethics, high-performing teams, anger, discipline, military identity, the “off switch,” up-regulation, insecurity, and refusing the shot. A punchy, masculine, and insightful chat with plenty of laughs and hard-won wisdom. Read […]
688. The Five Neural Networks of Enlightenment And How to Activate Them – With Fleet Maul
Zen teacher and mindfulness pioneer Fleet Maull joins me for a deep dive into neurosomatic mindfulness, bearing witness, and the science of awakening. We discuss plunge practices, time in prison, the nuances of running summits, and the shift from the 60s to the 90s in spiritual culture. Fleet shares insights on trauma, self-regulation, the five […]
687. Masculinity, Meaning, and the Modern Crisis – With The Warrior Philosopher
The Warrior Philosopher joins me for a dive deep into the intersection of philosophy, masculinity, and the struggle for meaning in the modern world. Drawing on Nietzsche, Mishima, and the ideals of the warrior poet, we explore how strength, aesthetics, and discipline shape a life of purpose. We also discuss the alienation of modern men, […]