Questions Men Ask

Jon Symes & Jared Archbold

Welcome to the Questions Men Ask, a podcast for men committed to creating meaningful lives at this most challenging of times for us all. As your hosts, Jon Symes and Jared Archbold, we bring a wealth of wisdom and experience, in coaching, teaching, learning, fatherhood, relationship, medicine work, laughing, weeping and loving. We’re equipped for real conversations about real life about real transformation. Each week, we delve into the major questions facing us men today, stepping out of our father’s shadow, facing into the challenges life throws at us, navigating the contradictions in the culture, all while remembering, soul-deep,  who we really are. So whether you're feeling stuck, in transition, or riding the wave of expansion, QMA will support, inspire and empower you. We’ll provide insightful discussions, carefully curated interviews, practical tools and even hot-seat coaching to answer your questions and show you the route to inner calm, clarity and purpose, better relationships and deeper fulfillment - it’s all possible. If you're interested in finding answers to your most pressing questions, or to submit a question of your own for an upcoming episode, we host a free monthly drop-in for you to join the discussion! Go to www.jonsymes.com/drop-in👉🏻To watch all episodes, head over to www.jonsymes.com/podcast👉🏻Feel free to drop Jon a line at www.jonsymes.com/contact  👉🏻To connect with Jared, visit https://jaredarchbold.org/

Episodes

  1. 07/16/2024

    Breaking the Mold: A New Era for Men

    In a world where being a man is more complicated than ever, it's like navigating a maze where the walls keep shifting. Emotional intelligence, authentic masculinity, and finding our place without shame – these are just a few of the puzzles we aim to solve. Today, we’re tackling what it means to be an authentic man in 2024 and why it’s crucial for men to break free from outdated norms. We'll talk about the struggles men face, the shifting dynamics between men and women, and how we can find a new, fulfilling way to show up in the world.  So, what’s changing in the landscape of masculinity? We’ve seen a seismic shift in how men are expected to show up in the world – from rigid, traditional roles to more emotionally open and inclusive ones. We're talking about everything from the pressures of the American Dream to why men’s mental health needs a front-and-center focus. And let's not shy away from the tough stuff, like why men's suicide rates are alarmingly higher than women’s or the lingering impact of pre-#MeToo dynamics.  We’re not here to offer one-size-fits-all solutions; we’re here to provoke thought, inspire change, and build a community. If you’re ready to explore what it truly means to be an authentic man today, make sure to tune in to our first episode. Join us to question the old ways and carve a new path forward. Specifically, this episode highlights the following themes: The evolving definition of masculinityThe impact of cultural and parental influences on menBreaking free from outdated societal normsIf you're interested in finding answers to your most pressing questions, or to submit a question of your own for an upcoming episode, go to jonsymes.com/drop-in. We host a free monthly drop-in for you to join the discussion! 👉🏻To watch all episodes, head over to jonsymes.com/podcast 👉🏻Feel free to drop Jon a line at jonsymes.com/contact 👉🏻To connect with Jared, visit jaredarchbold.org

About

Welcome to the Questions Men Ask, a podcast for men committed to creating meaningful lives at this most challenging of times for us all. As your hosts, Jon Symes and Jared Archbold, we bring a wealth of wisdom and experience, in coaching, teaching, learning, fatherhood, relationship, medicine work, laughing, weeping and loving. We’re equipped for real conversations about real life about real transformation. Each week, we delve into the major questions facing us men today, stepping out of our father’s shadow, facing into the challenges life throws at us, navigating the contradictions in the culture, all while remembering, soul-deep,  who we really are. So whether you're feeling stuck, in transition, or riding the wave of expansion, QMA will support, inspire and empower you. We’ll provide insightful discussions, carefully curated interviews, practical tools and even hot-seat coaching to answer your questions and show you the route to inner calm, clarity and purpose, better relationships and deeper fulfillment - it’s all possible. If you're interested in finding answers to your most pressing questions, or to submit a question of your own for an upcoming episode, we host a free monthly drop-in for you to join the discussion! Go to www.jonsymes.com/drop-in👉🏻To watch all episodes, head over to www.jonsymes.com/podcast👉🏻Feel free to drop Jon a line at www.jonsymes.com/contact  👉🏻To connect with Jared, visit https://jaredarchbold.org/