how do you define masculinity?
The Vulnerable Man podcast, hosted by Christopher Veal, is an ongoing examination of what it means to be a man, and how we as men want to define masculinity and manhood in the 21st century.
My goal is quite simple: to destigmatize the word vulnerability for men so that they can better connect with themselves and the people in their world.
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leaning into vulnerability strengthens us and creates more connection with the people in our world.
recent episodes
4.6.26
joe wheeler
Joe is a father of three, a regular guy, and author of the book, Dadbod: Focusing on You So You Are There for Them.
Our conversation ranges from what’s helped him lean into vulnerability, how vulnerability changed him as a father, spending time with his kids, and writing and publishing his book.
3.16.26
shay doran
Shay is a former banker and consultant, a world traveler, and a sexual performance anxiety coach for men.
In our conversation we talk about when Shay lost his father to cancer, his own story of performance anxiety, how he works with me to overcome sexual performance issues, and he shares some tips for anyone supporting a man navigating this topic.
3.2.26
paul pennington
Paul is a husband, father, grandfather, a law school professor, and an author.
In this episode we discuss learning to stifle emotions, his soon-to-be published book, navigating his wife’s cancer journey, when he recognized that he needed therapy, supporting caregivers, and plenty more.