Authentic Connections
Men are dying at unprecedented rates (from suicide, drugs, and alcohol) and millions of others walk through life in pain. There’s an epidemic that no one is talking about – male despair. You feel disconnected from your friends and family, your work and community. You may appear happy, but inside you feel empty, lost, and lonely. You don’t dare complain because you’re a man and men aren’t allowed to. You’re not alone. Co-hosts and friends Jeff Singer and Nic Milani engage in extemporaneous conversation as they openly and authentically talk about the real underlying issues that drive isolation and loneliness. Having battled trauma, anxiety, and depression, they are living happier, more fulfilling, and meaningful lives through the power of connections and community. Season 2 welcomes a Distinguished Life Fellow with the American Psychiatric Association, Richard Gable, adding his professional perspective.
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Episodes
7 days ago
7 days ago
They guys talk about a trip to India that provided perspective and deeply impacted concepts of family, community, and individual purpose.
Tuesday May 13, 2025
Tuesday May 13, 2025
Men don’t reach out to share what they’re going through or to check in on others. We all want and need that connection, so why do we live solitary lives?
Tuesday May 06, 2025
Tuesday May 06, 2025
Men often don’t express their feelings because they are not connected to their own emotions, and it’s no joke. It leads to loneliness, depression, and even violence.
Tuesday Apr 29, 2025
Tuesday Apr 29, 2025
Trust is the foundation of every strong relationship—whether personal or professional. Yet, many men struggle with building and maintaining trust with others
Tuesday Apr 22, 2025
Tuesday Apr 22, 2025
Dive into the age-old question: Are happy people naturally more social, or does being socially engaged lead to happiness?
Tuesday Apr 15, 2025
Tuesday Apr 15, 2025
A fascinating discussion about attachment styles and how they shape our relationships! Men make up the majority of those with an Avoidant attachment style, which means they often disassociate with those closest to them for fear of reprisal. No wonder men are more isolated and lonelier.
READ: Attached by Amir Levine, M.D. and Rachel S.F. Heller, M.A.
Tuesday Apr 08, 2025
Tuesday Apr 08, 2025
Studies show that people who attend religious services tend to be happier, with those practicing Eastern religions/philosophies reporting the highest levels of happiness.
Tuesday Apr 01, 2025
Tuesday Apr 01, 2025
Popular collaborative video games that once provided a sense of community and connection have shifted away from voice chat to anonymous modes - mirroring a wider trend of driving isolation and loneliness.
READ: Silent but Deadly by Luke Winkie
Tuesday Mar 25, 2025
Tuesday Mar 25, 2025
This experiment challenges our traditional notions of happiness, suggesting that happiness is possible even amid life’s challenges.
READ: Can “micro-acts” of joy make you happier? By Emma Beddington
Tuesday Mar 18, 2025
Tuesday Mar 18, 2025
Research shows our attempts to fight boredom through endless scrolling and streaming often leave us feeling more disconnected. The guys talk about how to how to avoid languishing and bringing your best self to everything and everyone in your life.
READ: Fast Forward - How Switching Behavior on Digital Media Makes People More Bored by Dr. Katie Tam