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. 2D AGO

    Are Incredible Men Just Average Women?

    I’ve been seeing a disturbing trend online where women claim that "incredible men are just average women," implying that men are simply playing catch-up to a female baseline. In this episode, I dive into the dangers of this "female supremacy" narrative and what I call the "Patriarchy Virus," which frames men as the root cause of every societal problem. I also break down why judging men by female metrics destroys relationships and discuss the immense, often overlooked effort it takes to chisel yourself into an exceptional man. SHOW HIGHLIGHTS 00:00 The "Incredible Men Are Just Average Women" Narrative 01:43 Introducing the Patriarchy Virus 03:09 The "One Up, One Down" Relationship Dynamic 05:10 Society Values What Men Contribute, Not Who They Are 06:23 Identity: Community vs. Competency 08:52 Why Modern Culture Demonizes Hierarchies 10:04 Applying Female Metrics to Male Psychology 11:50 Misandry and the Contempt for Men 14:14 The Reality of Women Who Buy Into This Narrative 16:03 It Is Hard to Craft Yourself Into a Great Man *** 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

    19 min

  2. 5D AGO

    Healing The Masculine Wound with Josh Trent

    I sit down with Josh Trent to explore how marriage, father wounds, and emotional epigenetics shape a man’s inner world. We talk honestly about porn, anger, healing the mother wound, and what it actually takes to build emotional safety with your partner. Josh unpacks how breathwork, mentorship, and men’s work helped him transform survival patterns into real love and leadership. This episode is raw, personal, and directly speaks to men who are ready to stop repeating cycles and start leading with truth. Check out Josh's online community: www.liberatedlife.com SHOW HIGHLIGHTS 00:00 Welcome and setup 00:31 Marriage as transformation 01:13 Anger toward the feminine 02:26 Injuries from childhood 03:37 Unsafe relationship with women 04:53 Realizing wife is not mom 05:37 Breaking unconscious patterns 06:36 Avoiding emotional honesty 08:35 Growing up with bipolar parent 10:35 Creating safety by coping 11:39 Being shielded from truth 13:40 Moving to Hawaii 14:41 Womanizing and addiction 15:47 Mission to feel feelings 17:34 Hungry Ghost metaphor 19:08 Dysfunction in relationships 21:24 Men’s work and mentorship 23:05 Masculine leadership 26:24 Joining men’s communities 29:32 Emotional epigenetics 33:14 Containment in relationships 34:33 Safe emotional expression 35:36 Relationship with other men 38:13 How to communicate honestly 41:51 How to open up 43:52 Breathwork and embodiment 46:42 Middle path for men 48:51 Healing financial fear 50:23 Self leadership for men 53:27 Porn and disconnection 55:45 Why porn hooks men 58:51 Escape velocity 1:03:47 Healing lineage pain 1:06:55 Breaking generational cycles *** 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 ona...

    1h 17m

  3. DEC 4

    The One Skill That Will Change Your Relationship With Women

    I dive into the single most important skill that many modern men have lost but that women deeply crave: containment. I discuss why mastering your own internal fire—your anger, impulses, and emotions—is the key to shifting from being perceived as a potential predator to a trusted protector. We explore how developing this capacity doesn't mean castrating your masculinity, but rather harnessing it to create a sense of safety that feels like "shade in the desert" for your partner. SHOW HIGHLIGHTS 00:00 Introduction 01:29 The #1 Skill Women Crave 02:32 Understanding the Predator-Prey Dynamic 04:30 Why Women Are Attracted to a "Dangerous" Edge 06:15 Becoming a Protector Instead of a Predator 08:45 Why She Needs You to Be an Emotional Container 11:55 The Rule: Contain Yourself First 14:15 The "Shade in the Desert" Metaphor 15:45 Personal Story: Providing Containment in a Crisis 21:00 How Boundaries Create Polarity *** 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

  4. DEC 1

    Fertility Facts No One Says with Gabriela Rosa

    I sit down with fertility specialist Gabriela Rosa for a blunt, science-driven conversation about what’s really happening to our reproductive health. We get into why fertility challenges are rising, how men contribute fifty percent of the equation, and the lifestyle choices that quietly sabotage conception. I also explore the emotional and relational pressures couples face when trying to conceive, along with practical steps to improve fertility before pregnancy even begins. This is one of the most eye-opening fertility discussions I’ve had on the show. SHOW HIGHLIGHTS 00:00 Fertility As A Health Indicator 03:20 Generational Impact Of Reproductive Health 08:25 Fertility Rates vs Infertility Rates 14:50 How Technology Shaped Modern Family Choices 17:38 Why Sperm And Egg Quality Decline 24:50 The Big Lifestyle Factors Hurting Fertility 27:15 How Men Dramatically Improve Sperm Quality 30:55 Why Everything Starts Pre-Conception 36:13 Vulnerability, Masculinity And Fertility 41:30 The Cost Of Delaying Testing 48:53 What Men Should Stop And Start Doing 58:15 Metabolic Health And Testosterone 01:03:15 Emotional Toll And Seeking Support *** 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 | a href="https://www.instagram.com/mantalks/?hl=en" rel="noopener noreferrer"...

    1h 5m

  5. NOV 27

    Ladies - How to Ignite His Masculine Energy & Change Your Relationship

    I break down how women can naturally inspire a man’s masculine energy without controlling, nagging, or pushing him. I share what actually shuts men down and what makes us come alive in relationships. I also talk about playfulness, admiration, and the subtle shifts that completely change how a man shows up. If you want a more connected, confident, and balanced relationship, this conversation will help you get there. SHOW HIGHLIGHTS 00:00 - Why Women Want to Understand Men 03:20 - Letting Go of Control 06:05 - The Nagging Trap 12:40 - The Power of Playfulness 16:35 - Tell Him What You Want 20:10 - Admire His Actions 24:40 - Your Way Isn’t Always the Best Way 31:10 - Notice the Good in Him *** 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

    36 min

  6. NOV 25

    Breaking Male Performance Anxiety with Alex Grendi

    I dive deep with Alex Grendi into the realities of performance anxiety, premature ejaculation, and the pressure men carry in the bedroom. We unpack how self-worth, porn, and emotional tension affect arousal and sexual confidence. Alex breaks down the psychology behind performance issues and shares practical solutions men can start using immediately. This conversation is honest, raw, and a must listen for any man who wants a healthier relationship with sex. SHOW HIGHLIGHTS 00:00 Introduction 00:35 How self-worth affects sex 01:17 Emotional roots of performance issues 02:03 Porn and male conditioning 03:19 Nervous system and arousal 04:34 Porn induced dysfunction 05:37 Unrealistic expectations 07:22 Shame and performance pressure 07:45 Women influenced by porn 08:20 Monetization joke break 10:01 What men really want 12:49 Why men feel pressure 13:12 Saying no to sex 15:18 Handling anxiety during sex 16:53 Belief and awareness 17:36 Pressure when sex is infrequent 18:29 Communication with partners 19:59 Reducing pressure 22:14 In the moment anxiety tools 24:03 Breath control in sex 25:30 Parasympathetic vs sympathetic states 27:38 Arousal pacing and control 29:50 Hyper stimulation from porn 31:44 Self worth and performance links 33:15 Where low self worth comes from 34:45 Perfectionism and pressure 35:16 Support and standards 37:37 Using sex for validation 38:56 Understanding different dysfunctions 41:33 What causes ED in healthy men 43:54 Forcing erections vs allowing 44:30 Emotional litmus test 45:35 Nervous system signals 46:50 Emotional suppression 47:46 Performance with highly attractive partners 48:45 Self-sabotage 49:39 Building sexual confidence 49:58 Rituals and daily practice 53:57 Letting go of control 56:05 Reconnecting to the body 57:48 Sex as meditation 58:29 Romance novels conversation 01:00:20 Where to find Alex *** 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 thea href="https://mantalks.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer"...

    1h 2m

  7. NOV 20

    Becoming an Emotionally Intelligent Masculine Leader

    I break down what emotional intelligence truly means for men and why so many of us get it wrong. I talk about the four traps that keep men disconnected from their emotional life and how these patterns sabotage leadership, relationships, and self-trust. I also share a simple 3A framework you can use to build real emotional mastery without losing your edge. If you’re a man who wants to lead with clarity, presence, and strength, this one’s for you. SHOW HIGHLIGHTS 00:00 - Why Men Struggle With Emotional Intelligence 01:07 - Emotions as Data 03:37 - The Myth of the Stoic Leader 06:09 - The Four Traps Men Fall Into 12:44 - Understanding Empathy & Boundaries 15:42 - What Healthy Masculine Leadership Really Is 17:20 - Seneca, Self-Conquest & Misinterpretations 18:25 - The 3A Model of Emotional Intelligence 23:30 - The Call for Modern Masculine Leadership 24:53 - Adaptability & Regulation for the Future 25:38 - Final Challenge to Men *** 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

    27 min

  8. NOV 17

    Fix Your Dating Strategy with Dr. Orion Taraban

    I sit down with Dr. Orion Taraban to break down what’s really happening in the modern dating and relationship landscape. We get into why dynamics between men and women have shifted, how power works in relationships, and what actually drives attraction today. Orion and I challenge a lot of popular narratives and get honest about what men need to focus on to succeed relationally. This one pulls no punches. SHOW HIGHLIGHTS 00:00 Modern dating is deteriorating 04:50 Tech, AI, and dehumanized dating 10:30 Double standards in attraction 15:45 How the marketplace really works 22:00 What makes men attractive 27:40 Love vs relationship dynamics 33:55 Power shifts in modern relationships 41:10 Cultural narratives and ideology 48:00 Optionality and relationship power 55:00 What men should focus on 01:02:00 Where to find Dr. Orion *** 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

    1h 4m
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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 - 2025
  • Episodes
    991
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 2025 ManTalks
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    ManTalks Podcast

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