ManTalks Podcast

Connor Beaton
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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. 2 DAYS AGO

    The 3 Things That Destroy Intimacy In your Relationship

    I sit down with Stefanos Sifandos to unpack what masculine leadership really looks like inside a relationship. We dive into ownership, control, emotional safety, and why so many men struggle with intimacy and sexual connection. Stefanos shares powerful insights on breaking shame, communicating desire, and building deeper trust with your partner. If you’ve ever felt disconnected, frustrated, or unsure how to lead in your relationship, this episode will challenge and ground you. SHOW HIGHLIGHTS 00:00 - Masculine Leadership Defined 01:11 - Ownership Without Shame 03:26 - Learning To Take Responsibility 06:58 - Control vs Leadership 08:02 - Signs Of Being Controlling 11:25 - Emotional Reactivity As A Signal 15:10 - Why Men Avoid Vulnerability 17:36 - Power Of Men’s Groups 23:52 - Trust And Brotherhood 28:52 - Why She Feels Unsafe 32:41 - Foundations Of Sexual Connection 34:58 - Complaint Kills Attraction 36:08 - Sex And Emotional Connection 38:40 - Behaviors That Destroy Intimacy 42:22 - Confronting Sexual Shame 47:50 - How To Express Desire 54:06 - Sexual Addiction Patterns 57:52 - What Men Are Really Seeking 01:00:25 - Is Marriage Worth It 01:05:44 - Stefanos’ Book And Closing *** 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

    1hr 8min

  2. 6 DAYS AGO

    The Fastest Way to Quit Porn - What the Research Shows

    I break down what the research actually says about quitting pornography—and why most men are approaching it the wrong way. I explore the real drivers behind porn use, including shame, secrecy, and emotional regulation. You’ll learn why willpower isn’t enough and what actually creates lasting change. If you’ve struggled to quit or reduce porn, this episode will give you a practical and research-backed path forward. SHOW HIGHLIGHTS 00:00 - Introduction: The truth about porn and research 01:28 - Why secrecy is the real relationship problem 05:50 - How porn affects men vs women differently 09:07 - The shame cycle and moral incongruence 14:14 - Porn as emotional regulation 16:40 - The 10-minute awareness practice 17:45 - What actually works to quit porn 22:10 - The 5-step strategy to reduce or quit *** 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

  3. 16 MAR

    The Power of Being Present, with Light Watkins

    I sit down with Light Watkins to explore why so many of us stay stuck in patterns that keep us unhappy and unfulfilled. We talk about the hidden pull of the comfort zone, the resistance that shows up right before real change, and why success alone rarely delivers the fulfillment we expect. Light shares practical ideas for cultivating presence, building meaningful habits, and taking the “tortoise approach” to lasting change. If you’ve ever felt trapped between chasing success and wanting a more meaningful life, this conversation will give you a different way to think about growth. SHOW HIGHLIGHTS 00:00 Why We Repeat Unhealthy Patterns 01:28 Familiarity vs Real Change 03:18 Resistance Before Transformation 07:05 Choosing Stress Intentionally 11:07 Why Men Stay in Broken Situations 17:42 Success Without Fulfillment 19:00 What Presence Really Means 23:50 The Success Trap of Modern Life 28:37 The Singing Cancer Doctor Story 36:36 Building Presence Through Daily Practices 42:57 The Tortoise Approach to Change *** 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

    51 min

  4. 12 MAR

    Why You Feel So Stuck (And What To Do)

    I break down the real reason you keep falling into the same self-sabotage patterns - and it's not what you think. I explain how your brain is wired to keep you stuck in familiar territory, and why doing more is never the answer. The key to getting unstuck isn't adding something new - it's having the courage to let go of the belief, behavior, or story that's been keeping you in place. I also share the one motto I've used for years that completely changed how I relate to change: I let change change me. SHOW HIGHLIGHTS 00:00:00 - Welcome & Are You Stuck? 00:00:32 - The Biggest Misconception About Self-Sabotage 00:01:02 - Your Brain Is a Pattern Recognition Machine 00:02:19 - You Have to Venture Into Unknown Territory 00:04:00 - It's Not What You Need to Do - It's What to Let Go Of 00:05:01 - The Quicksand Analogy 00:06:23 - The Dog on the Nail Story 00:07:23 - Surrender to the Truth Already in Front of You 00:08:36 - I Let Change Change Me 00:12:59 - Final Thoughts & Call to Action *** 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

  5. 9 MAR

    Why Doing Everything “right” as a Man No is No Longer Worth It, with Harry Miller

    I sit down with Harry Miller to talk about courage, disagreement, and what it means to be a man in modern culture. Harry shares his journey from Ohio State football player and mechanical engineer to writer and philosopher, and the personal struggles that forced him to rethink success and identity. We explore why modern society rewards compliance over courage, how men have lost the ability to disagree well, and why reclaiming bravery may be one of the most important things a man can do today. This is a deep conversation about truth, masculinity, and learning to stand your ground in a world that increasingly demands conformity. SHOW HIGHLIGHTS Introduction to Harry Miller The Constraints Facing Modern Men Compliance Culture and Masculinity Why Disagreement Matters Ideology, Truth, and Debate Relationships and Healthy Conflict Courage and Healthy Masculinity *** 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

    1hr 20min

  6. 5 MAR

    Modern Men Are Weak Because They’ve Lost This Skill

    I talk about why many modern men feel weaker, more fragile, and less effective than generations before them. I break down the forgotten skill of mobilization and explain why the ability to take action, organize, and move people toward a goal is critical for leadership and masculinity. I also explore how comfort, convenience, and endless distractions are quietly eroding this skill. Finally, I challenge you to look at where you may be choosing comfort over competence and how reclaiming this ability can change your life. SHOW HIGHLIGHTS00:00 Why Modern Men Feel Weaker 01:05 The Forgotten Skill: Mobilization 02:08 Why Most Men Struggle to Mobilize 03:33 Why Men Who Take Action Are Harder to Control 09:04 The Trap of Modern Comfort 16:11 What Masculine Action Really Looks Like 20:19 Choosing Competence Over Comfort *** 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

    22 min

  7. 2 MAR

    Why Anxious & Avoidants Attract (and How to Fix it) with Thais Gibson

    I sit down with Thais Gibson to break down what attachment really is and how it shapes our relationships. We dive into anxious, avoidant, and fearful attachment styles, how social media is impacting connection, and why so many couples get stuck in the same patterns. Thais shares a practical framework for rewiring core wounds and building secure attachment. If you’ve ever felt trapped in push-pull dynamics or struggled to communicate your needs, this conversation will give you clarity and direction. SHOW HIGHLIGHTS 00:00 Introduction 00:48 Attachment at a Cultural Level 02:05 Social Media and Short-Term Gratification 05:16 Conflict as Crisis and Opportunity 07:23 Is Attachment Programmable? 09:24 How Attachment Styles Form 18:14 The “Bear in the Woods” Conversation 38:04 Core Wounds of Each Attachment Style 44:01 Rewiring Subconscious Beliefs 47:20 Can Two Insecure Partners Build Security? 50:25 Freeze and Shutdown Responses 56:19 Communication and Positive Framing 01:00:36 Why Anxious and Avoidant Attract 01:04:01 Where to Learn More from Thais *** 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

    1hr 5min

  8. 26 FEB

    Stop Doing This One Thing to Rebuild Confidence and Self-worth

    I talk about the one habit that quietly destroys confidence and self worth, and why most of us don’t even realize we’re doing it. I unpack how apologizing for your emotional reactions trains you to distrust yourself and give your power away. I explain where this pattern usually begins and how it keeps showing up in adult relationships. Most importantly, I walk you through what to do instead if you want to rebuild real self trust and internal strength. SHOW HIGHLIGHTS 00:00 - You Were Never Too Sensitive 01:07 - The Trade for Approval 01:23 - The One Thing to Stop 05:59 - Stop Apologizing for Your Emotions 08:36 - How You Give Your Power Away 10:12 - Rebuilding Self-Trust *** 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

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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
  • Rating
    Explicit
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    © 2025 ManTalks
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    ManTalks Podcast

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