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The ManTalks podcast features conversations between one of the leading men’s work facilitators, Connor Beaton, and world class guests with expertise in mindset, life purpose, psychology, relational communication, sexual intimacy, business and spirituality. For more information about ManTalks go to: http://www.mantalks.com

  1. 6 DAYS AGO

    Mother Hunger - The Hidden Wound Driving Men's Need for Female Approval

    I dive into the concept of “mother hunger” - the hidden emotional wound that drives many men to seek constant approval, validation, and reassurance from women. I explore how early experiences with emotional neglect, inconsistency, or disconnection from our mothers can quietly shape our identity, relationships, and sense of self-worth as adults. We’ll unpack the signs of mother hunger, how it shows up in relationships, and the difficult but necessary work required to heal it. If you’ve ever felt emotionally destabilized by a woman’s disappointment or approval, this episode will help you understand why - and what to do about it. SHOW HIGHLIGHTS 00:00 - What Is Mother Hunger? 02:05 - How Childhood Shapes Male Identity 05:18 - When Her Disappointment Feels Like a Crisis 06:27 - Hypervigilance Around Women’s Emotions 07:53 - The Collapse of Self-Worth 08:52 - How Men Seek Validation From Women 09:45 - Why Female Attention Never Feels Like Enough 10:05 - Admitting the Wound Is There 11:02 - Grieving What You Didn’t Receive 13:05 - Building Identity Independent of Women 14:48 - Developing Internal Validation 15:42 - The Real Cost of Mother Hunger 17:18 - Discovering Who You Actually Are 18:42 - Stop Asking Women for Permission 20:05 - How Healing Changes Relationships 21:02 - Dissolving the Need for Approval *** Tired of feeling like you're never enough? Build your self-worth with help from this free guide: https://training.mantalks.com/self-worth Pick up my book, Men's Work: A Practical Guide To Face Your Darkness, End Self-Sabotage, And Find Freedom: https://mantalks.com/mens-work-book/ Heard about attachment but don’t know where to start? Try the FREE Ultimate Guide To Attachment Check out some other free resources: How To Quit Porn | Anger Meditation | How To Lead In Your Relationship Build brotherhood with a powerful group of like-minded men from around the world. Check out The Alliance.  Enjoy the podcast? Leave a review on Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, or Podchaser. It helps us get into the ears of new listeners, expand the ManTalks Community, and help others find the tools and training they’re looking for. And don't forget to subscribe on Apple Podcasts | Google Podcasts | Spotify For more, visit us at ManTalks.com | Facebook | Instagram

    24 min

  2. 18 MAY

    Emotional Avoidance in Modern Men - Live Coaching Session

    I sit down with Scott to talk about grief, addiction, emotional suppression, and the long process of healing. We explore how unresolved pain can shape a man’s identity, relationships, and sense of self for years without him fully realizing it. Scott shares parts of his personal journey through loss, sobriety, and learning how to confront emotions he spent years avoiding. This episode is an honest discussion about masculinity, recovery, and what it actually takes to heal. SHOW HIGHLIGHTS 00:00 Introduction 02:07 Scott’s Personal Journey 05:42 Living With Grief 10:52 Emotional Suppression in Men 15:18 Addiction and Numbing Pain 20:44 Learning Emotional Awareness 27:11 Masculinity and Vulnerability 33:26 The Cost of Avoidance 39:50 Recovery and Self-Reflection 46:12 Rebuilding After Loss 52:37 Healing Through Connection 58:41 Final Thoughts and Takeaways *** Tired of feeling like you're never enough? Build your self-worth with help from this free guide: https://training.mantalks.com/self-worth Pick up my book, Men's Work: A Practical Guide To Face Your Darkness, End Self-Sabotage, And Find Freedom: https://mantalks.com/mens-work-book/ Heard about attachment but don’t know where to start? Try the FREE Ultimate Guide To Attachment Check out some other free resources: How To Quit Porn | Anger Meditation | How To Lead In Your Relationship Build brotherhood with a powerful group of like-minded men from around the world. Check out The Alliance.  Enjoy the podcast? Leave a review on Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, or Podchaser. It helps us get into the ears of new listeners, expand the ManTalks Community, and help others find the tools and training they’re looking for. And don't forget to subscribe on Apple Podcasts | Google Podcasts | Spotify For more, visit us at ManTalks.com | Facebook | Instagram

    47 min

  3. 14 MAY

    Why Men Who Want Love the Most Run From It the Hardest - Dismissive Avoidant Men

    I explore why dismissive avoidant men often crave love deeply while simultaneously pushing it away. I break down the mother wound and emotional conditioning that can lead men to associate intimacy, closeness, and vulnerability with danger instead of safety. I also talk about why healthy relationships can feel overwhelming for avoidant men, and what it actually takes to begin healing these patterns. If you’ve ever struggled with emotional closeness or loved someone who pulls away when things get real, this episode will help you understand what’s really happening beneath the surface. SHOW HIGHLIGHTS 00:00 - Why Dismissive Avoidant Men Run From Love 02:45 - The Emotionally Unavailable Mother 05:10 - How Boys Learn Their Needs Are “Too Much” 08:00 - The Core Belief: “I Can Only Rely On Myself” 11:20 - Why Avoidant Men Become Highly Successful 14:05 - Why Healthy Love Feels Threatening 18:15 - Running From Love As A Survival Strategy 22:10 - Learning To Feel Safe In Intimacy 26:05 - Expanding Your Capacity For Connection 29:10 - Healing Avoidant Attachment In Relationships *** Tired of feeling like you're never enough? Build your self-worth with help from this free guide: https://training.mantalks.com/self-worth Pick up my book, Men's Work: A Practical Guide To Face Your Darkness, End Self-Sabotage, And Find Freedom: https://mantalks.com/mens-work-book/ Heard about attachment but don’t know where to start? Try the FREE Ultimate Guide To Attachment Check out some other free resources: How To Quit Porn | Anger Meditation | How To Lead In Your Relationship Build brotherhood with a powerful group of like-minded men from around the world. Check out The Alliance.  Enjoy the podcast? Leave a review on Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, or Podchaser. It helps us get into the ears of new listeners, expand the ManTalks Community, and help others find the tools and training they’re looking for. And don't forget to subscribe on Apple Podcasts | Google Podcasts | Spotify For more, visit us at ManTalks.com | Facebook | Instagram

    25 min

  4. 30 APR

    Does She Have Daddy Issues - The Father Wound Most Women Never Heal

    I break down what people really mean when they talk about “daddy issues” and the deeper father wound that often goes unspoken. I explore how a woman’s relationship with her father can shape the way she experiences love, trust, and validation in adulthood. We look at the patterns that emerge - not from blame, but from understanding - and how these dynamics show up in relationships. Most importantly, I talk about what it takes to recognize and break these cycles so they don’t keep repeating. SHOW HIGHLIGHTS 00:00 - The “Daddy Issues” Conversation Begins 00:45 - Why This Isn’t About Blaming Fathers 01:20 - Absence, Inconsistency & Emotional Distance 02:05 - How Love Gets Wired Through Instability 03:10 - Chasing Validation in Relationships 04:05 - Not Evil, But Conditioned 07:25 - Seeing Love Through the Lens of Betrayal 11:40 - Pushing Away What You Actually Need 16:10 - How the Father Wound Shapes Identity 21:30 - Repeating the Same Relationship Patterns 27:05 - Awareness as the Turning Point 31:10 - What Isn’t Healed Will Repeat *** Tired of feeling like you're never enough? Build your self-worth with help from this free guide: https://training.mantalks.com/self-worth Pick up my book, Men's Work: A Practical Guide To Face Your Darkness, End Self-Sabotage, And Find Freedom: https://mantalks.com/mens-work-book/ Heard about attachment but don’t know where to start? Try the FREE Ultimate Guide To Attachment Check out some other free resources: How To Quit Porn | Anger Meditation | How To Lead In Your Relationship Build brotherhood with a powerful group of like-minded men from around the world. Check out The Alliance.  Enjoy the podcast? Leave a review on Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, or Podchaser. It helps us get into the ears of new listeners, expand the ManTalks Community, and help others find the tools and training they’re looking for. And don't forget to subscribe on Apple Podcasts | Google Podcasts | Spotify For more, visit us at ManTalks.com | Facebook | Instagram

    44 min

  5. 24 APR

    The Psychological Trap Crushing You and Most Men

    I dive into the "dragon of suppression," a psychological trap that far too many men mistakenly use as a methodology for building strength. I explore how hiding your pain and needs actually fuels a "shadow" identity that sabotages your goals, health, and relationships. By identifying what you’ve been pushing down since childhood and sharing it with a trusted community, you can reclaim your true power and resilience. Join me as I explain why transparency—not isolation—is the real path to psychological health and liberation. SHOW HIGHLIGHTS 00:00 Facing the Dragon of Suppression 01:46 The Dark Reality of Emotional Suppression 03:16 How Your Shadow Sabotages Your Life 04:03 The Survival Mechanism of "Sucking It Up" 05:42 Breaking the Path of Destruction 07:49 Steps to Identify What You’ve Suppressed 09:53 Why You Can't Heal in Isolation 11:58 True Strength Through Expression *** Tired of feeling like you're never enough? Build your self-worth with help from this free guide: https://training.mantalks.com/self-worth Pick up my book, Men's Work: A Practical Guide To Face Your Darkness, End Self-Sabotage, And Find Freedom: https://mantalks.com/mens-work-book/ Heard about attachment but don’t know where to start? Try the FREE Ultimate Guide To Attachment Check out some other free resources: How To Quit Porn | Anger Meditation | How To Lead In Your Relationship Build brotherhood with a powerful group of like-minded men from around the world. Check out The Alliance.  Enjoy the podcast? Leave a review on Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, or Podchaser. It helps us get into the ears of new listeners, expand the ManTalks Community, and help others find the tools and training they’re looking for. And don't forget to subscribe on Apple Podcasts | Google Podcasts | Spotify For more, visit us at ManTalks.com | Facebook | Instagram

    14 min

  6. 16 APR

    The 5 Father Wounds and How to Fix Them

    I break down what the father wound really is and how it silently shapes your relationships, behavior, and identity as a man. I walk through the core archetypes of father wounds and how they show up in your daily life-from approval seeking to commitment issues and emotional disconnection. Most importantly, I share a clear, actionable path to start healing and reclaiming your sense of self. If you’ve ever felt stuck in patterns you don’t fully understand, this episode will help you make sense of them and move forward. SHOW HIGHLIGHTS 00:00:00 - What Is the Father Wound 00:03:00 - Defining the Father Wound 00:06:00 - Identity, Competence & Belonging 00:12:30 - Archetype: The Ghost Dad 00:16:30 - Archetype: The Critical Father 00:22:30 - Archetype: The Volatile / Abusive Father 00:27:30 - Archetype: The Enmeshed Father 00:31:30 - Archetype: The Spineless Father 00:33:30 - How Father Wounds Show Up in Relationships 00:46:30 - Step 1: Name It 00:49:00 - Step 2: Grieve It 00:51:00 - Step 3: Separate Past from Present 00:53:30 - Step 4: Reparative Relationships 00:55:30 - Step 5: Become the Father You Needed *** Tired of feeling like you're never enough? Build your self-worth with help from this free guide: https://training.mantalks.com/self-worth Pick up my book, Men's Work: A Practical Guide To Face Your Darkness, End Self-Sabotage, And Find Freedom: https://mantalks.com/mens-work-book/ Heard about attachment but don’t know where to start? Try the FREE Ultimate Guide To Attachment Check out some other free resources: How To Quit Porn | Anger Meditation | How To Lead In Your Relationship Build brotherhood with a powerful group of like-minded men from around the world. Check out The Alliance.  Enjoy the podcast? Leave a review on Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, or Podchaser. It helps us get into the ears of new listeners, expand the ManTalks Community, and help others find the tools and training they’re looking for. And don't forget to subscribe on Apple Podcasts | Google Podcasts | Spotify For more, visit us at ManTalks.com | Facebook | Instagram

    52 min

  7. 9 APR

    How To Stay Sane When Everyone Is Going F_ckin Crazy

    I break down why so many people feel overwhelmed, anxious, and mentally scattered in today’s world. I explore how constant exposure to global information is disrupting our sense of reality and psychological stability. I also share my prediction for what’s coming over the next few years and why more people may struggle to stay grounded. Finally, I walk you through the key tools you’ll need to not just survive—but stay sane and resilient through massive change. SHOW HIGHLIGHTS 00:00 - Why the world feels overwhelming 01:30 - The problem with too much information 03:20 - Consuming what you can’t control 04:50 - The 3 layers of reality 08:30 - How reality fragmentation affects your mind 14:20 - Entering the “Negredo” phase 18:40 - Skill 1: Adaptability 23:30 - Skill 2: Regulated resilience 30:10 - Choosing who you become *** Tired of feeling like you're never enough? Build your self-worth with help from this free guide: https://training.mantalks.com/self-worth Pick up my book, Men's Work: A Practical Guide To Face Your Darkness, End Self-Sabotage, And Find Freedom: https://mantalks.com/mens-work-book/ Heard about attachment but don’t know where to start? Try the FREE Ultimate Guide To Attachment Check out some other free resources: How To Quit Porn | Anger Meditation | How To Lead In Your Relationship Build brotherhood with a powerful group of like-minded men from around the world. Check out The Alliance.  Enjoy the podcast? Leave a review on Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, or Podchaser. It helps us get into the ears of new listeners, expand the ManTalks Community, and help others find the tools and training they’re looking for. And don't forget to subscribe on Apple Podcasts | Google Podcasts | Spotify For more, visit us at ManTalks.com | Facebook | Instagram

    48 min

  8. 6 APR

    Trusting Yourself Again After Trauma - Coaching Session

    I sit down with Josh to unpack the deep-rooted patterns driving his self-doubt and anxiety in a new relationship. What begins as uncertainty about love quickly reveals unresolved grief, childhood trauma, and a lingering sense of guilt around his mother’s passing. Together, we explore how past experiences shape our ability to trust ourselves and make decisions. This is a powerful look at what it takes to move from rumination and fear toward self-trust and emotional freedom. SHOW HIGHLIGHTS 00:00 - Opening The Conversation 01:00 - New Relationship, Old Doubts 02:00 - Marriage Breakdown And Mental Health 05:00 - First Panic Attacks And Early Trauma 10:00 - Losing His Mother 18:00 - Grief Comes To The Surface 23:00 - What He Misses Most 29:00 - Guilt And Self-Blame 33:00 - Can You Forgive Yourself? 36:00 - Fear Of Making The Wrong Choice 42:00 - Why Good Relationships Feel Unsafe 44:30 - Rebuilding Trust In Yourself *** Tired of feeling like you're never enough? Build your self-worth with help from this free guide: https://training.mantalks.com/self-worth Pick up my book, Men's Work: A Practical Guide To Face Your Darkness, End Self-Sabotage, And Find Freedom: https://mantalks.com/mens-work-book/ Heard about attachment but don’t know where to start? Try the FREE Ultimate Guide To Attachment Check out some other free resources: How To Quit Porn | Anger Meditation | How To Lead In Your Relationship Build brotherhood with a powerful group of like-minded men from around the world. Check out The Alliance.  Enjoy the podcast? Leave a review on Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, or Podchaser. It helps us get into the ears of new listeners, expand the ManTalks Community, and help others find the tools and training they’re looking for. And don't forget to subscribe on Apple Podcasts | Google Podcasts | Spotify For more, visit us at ManTalks.com | Facebook | Instagram

    47 min
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The ManTalks podcast features conversations between one of the leading men’s work facilitators, Connor Beaton, and world class guests with expertise in mindset, life purpose, psychology, relational communication, sexual intimacy, business and spirituality. For more information about ManTalks go to: http://www.mantalks.com

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  • Creator
    Connor Beaton
  • Years Active
    2015 - 2026
  • Episodes
    1k
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    © 2025 ManTalks
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