We Can Do Better

I wish I could give this podcast 4 1/2 stars because I agree with the recent reviews and the tension. However, I would really miss the honest conversations between these two men. I hope you guys decide to pick it back up!

I gave this show a shot do to the title and John being a therapist. First of all, it seems like the show is Shaun’s own playground to work out his issues through poor John who’s constantly being re directed with “new” directives on how to behave. John has stated he doesn’t believe in shoulds but most of Shaun’s feedback is shoulds. They both take the time to brag about their privileged life. John recently lost his home in a fire which is tragic but hasn’t stopped talking about the privileged opportunities that have helped him. That in itself is not a bad thing, is the tone in which they engage in these conversations that’s unsettling. They both come off as contradictions to what their initial mission statement was. I had different expectations when I gave this show a shot and that’s on me, however I just don’t see how anyone, especially men can come away from this feeling understood in any way.

So sad it’s almost over. It’s my favorite podcast for my walks, which go by SO fast when I’m listening to you guys. It also made me realize how fleeting things are and how many times I passed the podcast up when it first started, thinking I had time to listen eventually. Now I’m locked in and it’s almost over. I need a moment. :’( love you guys and your super fun AND informative talks. I’ll miss you. Much love from Cali🌸💕🌊

I really enjoy this podcast as the conversations are honest, thoughtful, and often go deeper than most. I appreciate the vulnerability and how both hosts challenge each other. Lately, however, it feels like Shaun isn’t very happy doing the show. His critiques of John can come off as nitpicky or even as little digs, and less like the kind of support you’d expect between two friends. Still, there’s a lot of value in what they’re creating, and I hope they can realign and keep growing together.