The Manspace

By: Dr. Matt Brown
  • Summary

  • A podcast for men who want to understand and improve themselves and their relationships, hosted by Dr. Matt Brown and Dr. Rob Porter and clinical therapist Mike Porter.

    © 2024 The Manspace
    Show more Show less
activate_Holiday_promo_in_buybox_DT_T2
Episodes
  • Ep. 170 The Importance of Traditions
    Dec 18 2024

    Send us a text

    Happy Holidays Space-suckas! On today's episode, we talk about traditions. What's good about them, what's not good. Mike sounds like a real dreamboat because he's so deliberate about his traditions. But, the gist is traditions are important. They help us understand ourselves and create meaning. So make the Manspace a tradition. Listen in.

    Keywords
    Christmas traditions, holiday rituals, family values, significance of traditions, client relationships, holiday greetings, new traditions, cultural significance


    Takeaways

    • Christmas traditions can be both meaningful and burdensome.
    • The significance of holiday greetings varies across cultures.
    • Client gifts can strengthen professional relationships but may feel obligatory.
    • Family traditions evolve and can be adapted to fit current values.
    • Creating new traditions can be just as important as maintaining old ones.
    • Traditions provide a sense of belonging and comfort.
    • Understanding the significance behind traditions enhances their value.
    • Rigid adherence to traditions can lead to negative experiences.
    • It's important to question the relevance of traditions over time.
    • Traditions can serve as a way to reinforce family values and create memories.

    Sound Bites

    • "What are your Christmas traditions?"
    • "I brought my balls."
    • "I want to reinforce this value."


    Chapters
    00:00
    The Dynamics of Therapy and Client Relationships

    05:07
    Christmas Gifts and Client Interactions

    10:07
    Nutrition and Dietary Choices

    15:09
    The Significance of Traditions in Holidays

    20:34
    Family Traditions and Their Evolution

    27:04
    Favorite Holiday Memories

    33:08
    The Importance of Meaningful Traditions

    42:02
    Navigating the Dangers of Tradition

    Spread the word! The Manspace is Rad!!

    Show more Show less
    55 mins
  • Ep. 169 Get Enlightened! Book Review: The Celestine Prophecy
    Dec 11 2024

    Send us a text

    Look spacemen, Imma be real honest. We let you down with this book. Let's just say it leaves you wanting more? Or maybe, not wanting more? I don't know which of those is bad. Luckily, we the supreme commanders of Manspace Control still managed to pull out some real gems for you.

    Specifically, we talk about the importance of connecting to something higher or bigger than yourself. And we talk about the power of connecting with people around you. So, settle in and prepare to not read the book. But the next one, you're gonna want to read. Listen in to find out.

    Keywords

    Celestine Prophecy, insights, love, energy, personal growth

    Takeaways

    • Cultural differences can shape perceptions of gender roles and expectations.
    • The insights from 'The Celestine Prophecy' encourage self-reflection and personal growth.
    • Love and energy are powerful forces in human interactions.
    • Being open to new experiences can lead to meaningful connections.
    • The narrative structure of 'The Celestine Prophecy' may detract from its insights.
    • Understanding the principles behind the insights can be more valuable than the book itself.
    • Engaging with nature and spirituality can enhance personal well-being.

    Sound Bites

    • "I want to build my own house."
    • "I'm going to make a pie a month."
    • "Get ready to be mad."

    Chapters

    00:00
    Cultural Perspectives on Gender Roles

    00:58
    Traffic and Urban Living Frustrations

    04:12
    Reflections on Reality TV and Lifestyle Choices

    06:55
    Culinary Adventures and Baking Aspirations

    10:08
    Discussing the Celestine Prophecy and Its Insights

    16:17
    Exploring Interpersonal Ethics and Spirituality

    19:04
    The Role of Spirituality in Human Connection

    22:35
    Literary Critique: The Storytelling of Insights

    26:10
    The Power of Coincidence and Synchronicity

    30:46
    Differentiation of Self and Energy Dynamics

    34:34
    The Transformative Power of Love

    41:09
    Cynicism vs. Openness in Human Interaction

    47:50
    Embracing the Unseen Connections

    56:31
    Final Thoughts on the Book and Next Steps

    Spread the word! The Manspace is Rad!!

    Show more Show less
    58 mins
  • Ep. 168 What are Your Blind Spots?
    Dec 4 2024

    Send us a text

    Spacemen! Did you ever consider that it's really hard to see something from someone else's point of view? Like, maybe you can't even see how your own perspective changes how you view things.

    On today's episode, we talk about blind spots we have--how things we've always assumed are correct--might impact how we approach situations. Also, full disclosure, I'm watching a terrible Christmas movie right now. But maybe it's not terrible? Maybe my blind spot is assuming that good acting makes a good movie. Shame on me. But it doesn't have to be shame on you. Listen to the episode. Consider your blindspots. Be a better person.

    Keywords
    therapy, relationships, intimacy, cultural expectations, communication, emotional intelligence, open-mindedness, personal beliefs, acceptance

    Takeaways

    • Cultural expectations shape our perceptions.
    • Blind spots in relationships can hinder understanding.
    • Emotional temperatures influence relationship dynamics.
    • Confrontation often stems from a desire to be understood.
    • Judgment can create barriers in communication.
    • Preferences in music and food can lead to conflict.
    • Dietary choices can affect how we perceive ourselves and others.
    • Open-mindedness fosters healthier relationships.

    Sound Bites

    • "Your way of seeing things is stupid."
    • "I always like to mess with clients."
    • "Kiss me on my hot mouth."

    Chapters

    00:28
    The Weirdness of Physical Intimacy

    03:33
    Cultural Expectations of Christmas

    06:23
    Blind Spots in Relationships

    09:25
    Understanding Different Perspectives

    12:33
    Temperature of Emotions in Relationships

    21:40
    The Music Debate: Preferences and Judgments

    23:08
    Emotional Temperatures in Relationships

    24:24
    Electric Vehicles and Environmental Perspectives

    25:56
    Diet Choices: Meat, Cheese, and Environmental Impact

    28:22
    Persuasion in Relationships: Soft Skills Matter

    30:27
    Blind Spots in Dietary Choices

    31:30
    Cultural Preferences: Music and Food

    36:03
    Navigating Relationships: Preferences and Acceptance

    38:06
    Political Views and Blind Spots

    Spread the word! The Manspace is Rad!!

    Show more Show less
    49 mins

What listeners say about The Manspace

Average customer ratings
Overall
  • 5 out of 5 stars
  • 5 Stars
    1
  • 4 Stars
    0
  • 3 Stars
    0
  • 2 Stars
    0
  • 1 Stars
    0
Performance
  • 5 out of 5 stars
  • 5 Stars
    1
  • 4 Stars
    0
  • 3 Stars
    0
  • 2 Stars
    0
  • 1 Stars
    0
Story
  • 5 out of 5 stars
  • 5 Stars
    1
  • 4 Stars
    0
  • 3 Stars
    0
  • 2 Stars
    0
  • 1 Stars
    0

Reviews - Please select the tabs below to change the source of reviews.

Sort by:
Filter by:
  • Overall
    5 out of 5 stars
  • Performance
    5 out of 5 stars
  • Story
    5 out of 5 stars

Nicely done

Appreciated the discussion on spiritual beliefs forming a support system, submission to something outside of yourself, choosing to do things as opposed to being pulled into things. choosing to have a good day.

Something went wrong. Please try again in a few minutes.

You voted on this review!

You reported this review!