Veterans Joshua Wenner and Philip Folsom are both leadership and resiliency development experts. Join them in their podcast as they explore battle-tested maps, tools and strategies to build a life of meaning and freedom.
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The Vulnerable Man podcast 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. The main theme centers around vulnerability and the relationship men have with it individually and collectively. It is not about an either/or mindset. Instead it seeks to come from an approach to better understand how we as men want to show up more powerfully and on purpose in the world. Through conversations with men from all walks ...
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This is a show about raising the bar, improving your life, transforming your health, fitness, and well-being, and shattering the status quo. Andy's guests are people who have found the inner strength and confidence to lead from the front, to stand out, be different, and to truly make a difference in the world of health, fitness, and well-being. Their incredible, inspiring stories will help you generate ideas that spring you forward into action.
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The Vulnerable Man Ep093 - Michelle Hollingshead
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Michelle is a culture consultant, a leadership and team development coach, a mother and wife, and the author of the newly published book, “Meaning Indicator.” Our conversation ranges from how she is learning to be with her husband’s vulnerability, raising kids to be independent, being an entrepreneur, her journey of publishing a book, being more vu…
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The Vulnerable Man Ep092 - Matthew Sloane
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Matthew is a husband and father of two, a facilitator, an ally to fathers, and he’s the author of the book, “Hiding Inside a Man.” Our conversation moves from how his conversations with male friends has evolved, to external measures of masculinity, showing emotions in front of our kids, the journey of creating his book, and he shares a technique to…
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The Vulnerable Man Ep091 - Appropriate Vulnerability
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In this episode it's just yours truly. I decided to record a short episode and share some thoughts I have around what I like to call, 'appropriate vulnerability.'By The Vulnerable Man
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The Vulnerable Man Ep090 - Eric Fitzmedrud
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Eric is a husband, a partner, and a father. He’s also a therapist who focuses on sex ed and relationship issues. And if that’s not enough, he’s the author of the book, “The Better Man.” There’s too much to capture everything that we talk about. From doing versus being in relationship, to navigating a polyamorous life, having choice versus having co…
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Christie is the co-founder of UpLevel Productions, a best-selling author, a leadership coach, learning consultant, and in her own words, “a work in progress.” We go deep pretty quickly in this one. We talk about calibrating our levels of vulnerability, asking for help and making room for others to step up, how she’s growing her capacity to be with …
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Conrad is a coach who works with people in transition, he’ an entrepreneur, an Air Force veteran, and he loves blueberries. We cover a lot of ground in our conversation, including his upbringing around vulnerability, being diagnosed with dyslexia, being with differences, compassion, the choice of living with a closed heart or a bruised heart, and h…
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Roxanne is a leadership coach, founder of The Hobbs Consultancy, an advocate for inclusive leadership, a wife and mother of two boys, and author of the book, Diverted. Our conversation takes us through boundaries, the origin story of Masculinity in the Workplace, the importance of owning it when you get it wrong, genuine vs. false vulnerability, an…
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The Vulnerable Man Ep086 - Laban Ditchburn
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Laban is a speaker, an executive coach, an author, and a husband. We talk about the story of writing his book, the power of generosity, he and his wife’s struggles with multiple miscarriages, not having all the answers, and honest communication in relationships. Website: https://labanditchburn.wordpress.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/la…
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Philip is an anthropologist, author, culture consultant, and a husband and father. Our discussion wanders from his work with culture in organizations, to intentionally taking off the armor, depression and post-traumatic stress, hierarchies, and his work with wolves. Website: https://www.mywolftribe.com/ http://k4men.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linke…
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Jason is a father of four, a husband, a career and executive coach, and he leads men's groups for dads. In our conversation we discuss how his vulnerability created more intimacy in his marriage, his experience of being a dad, letting ourselves feel emotions, the example of masculinity that his own father provided, and his experiences with Ayahuasc…
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The Vulnerable Man Ep083 - Hector Santiesteban
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Hector is a father of two, an entrepreneur, a podcast producer, and host of the Modern Masculinity podcast. We get into juggling fatherhood with life, giving our kids tools to build resilience, letting people see our humanity, learning with love, and wolf packs. LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/hector-podcast/ Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.c…
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The Vulnerable Man Ep082 - Matt Englar-Carlson
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Matt is a professor and researcher, a masculinity ally, and an advocate for healthy masculinity and mental health. Our conversation ranges from the idea of positive masculinities, conditioning boys around emotion, connection and community, homophobia, and supporting men’s mental health, plus lots more. LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/matt-eng…
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Joanna is a people champion, a wife and mother, an executive coach, and a DEI professional. We get to talking about her journey with vulnerability, asking for and receiving help, raising her two boys to be emotionally intelligent, cultivating vulnerability in a relationship, and sharing hard messages in DEI work. Website: https://www.lanesg.com/ Li…
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The Vulnerable Man Ep080 - Matt Drinkhahn
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Matt is a husband and father of three girls, a business coach, a recovering perfectionist, and the host of The Eternal Optimist podcast. In our conversation we talk about his recovery from perfectionism, the catastrophic accident that changed his relationship with vulnerability, how a sincere and simple apology transformed what would be the last co…
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Mike is a husband and father of two adult children, an executive coach, and the author of UNLimited Worth. This one isn’t for the faint of heart, folks. We discuss his journey through depression and suicidal ideation, healing his trauma from being raped as a young boy, how his secret became his story, the power of shame and guilt, and the idea of l…
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Damian is an international bestselling author, a keynote speaker, a serial entrepreneur, and a dog lover, among other things. We dive right into it and talk about living your freedom lifestyle, trust and vulnerability, his lessons learned from being a serial entrepreneur, the impact of bringing vulnerability into his romantic relationship, and he g…
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Andrew is a husband and father of two, a business owner, a coach, and co-host of the Better Than Rich podcast. In our conversation we discuss the idea of finding intentional space, how he’s a recovering chameleon, living authentically, the ongoing journey of self-discovery, creating intimacy, and Andrew shares some tips for being more vulnerable wi…
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Matthew is an executive coach, a world traveler, and a soul seeker. We talk about how he stepped into vulnerability while ending a relationship, the masks we wear that hold us back, consciously choosing challenge, sex and intimacy, and we both share some tips to help with being more vulnerable. Website: https://matthoganworldwide.com/ LinkedIn: htt…
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Are you prepared to embark on a laughter-filled journey through the realm of wit and humor? Join us in a riveting episode of the Wenner-Folsom Podcast as we unlock the secrets of comedy with David Brubaker, the comedic maestro better known as Semi Stupid. David takes us on a behind-the-scenes tour of his satirical comedy, the magic behind Semi Stup…
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The Vulnerable Man Ep075 - Charles Sue Wah Sing
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Charles is a husband and father of two, an executive coach, an author and blogger, and a lover of BBQ and house music. We talk about love (a lot,) the capacity to love, raising kids in a social media world, love and vulnerability in romantic relationships, navigating how male vulnerability is received, and why he created For Men of Color. Website: …
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Dan is a husband and father, a men’s work leader, a somatic meditation teacher, and the host of the Fatherhood Unlocked podcast. In my conversation with Dan, we discuss his journey as a wilderness therapy guide and how it led him to men’s work, his co-founding of Evryman, his interactions with Joe Rogan, the changing roles and expectations of fathe…
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Success starts with intention and action, and a ‘war board’ might just be the missing piece you’ve been searching for. Join us in another episode of the Wenner-Folsom Podcast as Philip Folsom and Joshua Wenner share with us a transformative strategy that can empower and liberate you for greater success. Tune in as we break down the steps and strate…
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Hacking Happiness: Understanding Dopamine’s Role in Pleasure, Pain, and Modern Addiction
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Let’s talk about the brain’s reward driver and how it influences our behavior, happiness, and resiliency - Dopamine. Join us in this another thought-provoking episode as we shed light on how modern distractions like smartphones and technology, food consumption, and even addictions like pornography can hijack our dopamine response, leading to a cycl…
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Seth is a husband and father, a licensed marriage & family therapist, and co-host of The Anatomy of Us podcast. We talk about assumptions and expectations, how he has seen men show up in both couples and individual therapy, how his marriage recovered from the brink of divorce, the gift of going second, and responding versus reacting. Website: https…
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The Four Masculine Archetypes and How You Can Take Full Ownership of Your Life
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Whether you’re struggling with self-defeating behaviors or seeking to enhance your emotional management and resilience, this episode is packed with empowering insights and battle-field strategies on how you can use the masculine archetypes to take full ownership of your life. You don’t wanna miss today’s episode of the Wenner Folsom podcast as we d…
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Lisa is a transformational coach, a Healthy Masculinity Warrior, and founder of Leadership Redesigned. We discuss her journey of becoming a Healthy Masculinity Warrior, power with versus power over, finding community, and she gives us some tips for those wanting to support men in being more vulnerable. Website: https://www.lisabarnwell.co.uk Linked…
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Breaking Limiting Beliefs | Creating Your Future Self with Andy Petranek
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In a world filled with endless possibilities, it's time to break free from the chains of limiting beliefs and unleash our power within. We often find ourselves held back by thoughts that tell us we can't achieve our dreams or become the person we truly want to be. But what if we told you that you have the ability to shape your own future? In this e…
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Building a Solid Foundation for Success with Joshua Graner
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When it comes to achieving success, there is no one-size-fits-all approach. Everyone has their own unique journey and set of circumstances that contribute to their success. However, there are certain foundational elements that can set someone up for success in any field. In this episode of The Wenner Folsom Battle Tested Resiliency Podcast, we have…
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The Vulnerable Man Ep071 - Jonathan Wilkinson
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Jonathan is a Co-Active trained coach, the Chief Commercial Officer for CTI, a lifelong learner, and a man with a big, welcoming heart. In our conversation we talk about our ongoing learning from the Co-Active Leadership program, the cost of hiding our true selves, how vulnerability is like cardio, building our capacity to love, asking for help, an…
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Exploring Chairwork Psychotherapy and the Inner Leader With Scott Kellogg
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The world of psychology is vast and constantly evolving. As we strive to better understand ourselves and others, new therapies, and approaches are being developed and implemented. In this episode of The Wenner Folsom Battle Tested Resiliency Podcast, we have the pleasure of being joined by Scott Kellogg, Ph.D. As a Clinical Psychologist and an Addi…
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Transform Your Life: Discovering the New Masculinity with UNcivilized's Traver Boehm
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Welcome to another episode of The Wenner Folsom Battle Tested Resiliency Podcast; we are joined by UNcivilized founder Traver Boehm as he shares his personal journey of self-discovery and transformation. After experiencing significant loss in his life, Traver embarked on a deep search to answer the question, "Who am I as a man?" Through various met…
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Exploring Masculinity and Emotional Literacy With Pat Divilly
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Are you looking for ways to develop confidence, energy and resilience? Welcome to another episode of The Wenner Folsom Battle Tested Resiliency Podcast; we are joined by Pat Divilly a renowned expert in men's work and trauma healing, and an author of the #1 bestseller Fit Mind. In this episode, we dive deep into the world of men's movement, breathw…
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Building Better Communication and Intimacy in Relationships with Aaron Michael
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When it comes to relationships, communication and intimacy are two key ingredients that can make or break a bond. Whether you're in a long-term committed relationship or just starting to date someone new, it's important to establish healthy communication patterns and work towards building a deeper sense of intimacy. However, this is easier said tha…
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The Vulnerable Man Ep070 - Jason Frishman
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Jason is a father of two boys, a husband, a psychotherapist, the creator and founder of JourneyMen, and a narrative consultant. Our conversation covers a lot of ground, including adventure therapy & narrative therapy, social activism, how his work as a therapist informed the creation of his JourneyMen program, the in and out breath of his M.E.N.S. …
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Understanding Adrenal Fatigue and its Symptoms with Sarah Norvilas
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Have you ever felt constantly tired, even after a full night's sleep? Or experienced unexplained weight gain or difficulty concentrating? These symptoms, along with others, could be signs of a condition known as adrenal fatigue. In this episode of The Wenner Folsom Battle Tested Resiliency Podcast; we will explore the concept of adrenal fatigue and…
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Keys To Entrepreneurial Success With CEO Amish Shah
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In this inspiring episode of The Wenner Folsom Battle Tested Resiliency Podcast, we are joined by Amish Shah, the CEO of KEM KREST Companya. He's been the CEO since 2008 and led it to become a 500 million supply chain and fulfillment business that serves Fortune 100 companies globally. Learn about his journey of being a warrior in entrepreneurship,…
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Keith is a speaker, a consultant, a coach, and the author of the bestselling book, Unmasking: Toward Authentic Masculinity. We talk about his book and the 15 years of research behind it; the journey from Masking, to Unmasking, and into Becoming; the interplay of identity and integrity; what authentic masculinity means to Keith, and watching his own…
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Playing Offense With Combat Veteran & Trident Coffee Co-Founder Joshua Moffie
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In today’s episode, we are joined by Trident Coffee Co-founder, Joshua Moffie, and we are going to dive deep into his journey from a combat vet to starting a coffee company. Joshua also talks about the similarities between his military career and entrepreneurship; and shares some advice on reinventing yourself for a better life. So tune in, learn h…
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Winning The 5th Quarter With NFL Tight End Love Jefferson
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Welcome to The Wenner Folsom Battle Tested Resiliency Podcast! Today's episode is going to be a treat as we are joined by Love Jefferson, a man who has gone through the hero's journey of living in an honor-based culture, and a warrior who reached the pinnacle of his career by playing in the NFL for the Chicago Bears. However, Love’s journey did not…
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Understanding Relationships With Bryan Reeves
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In this episode of The Wenner Folsom Battle Tested Resiliency Podcast, we are joined by Bryan Reeves. He is an internationally renowned author, veteran, and life and relationship coach. He is the host of the podcast Men This Way. Brian talks about his experience as an Air Force Captain, and how it has influenced his views on relationships. He says …
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Dan is a husband, a fellow girl dad, an author, a keynote speaker, and he helps professionals who work with men. Our conversation wanders through how he supports men through a trauma-informed lens, broadening the scope of what trauma is, looking at how the ‘man rules’ train men for disconnection, telling ourselves hard truths, and Dan shares one po…
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The Need For Resiliency Training in Warrior Culture With John Ferrone
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In this episode of The Wenner Folsom Battle Tested Resiliency Podcast, we are joined by John Ferrone. John is a partner of Ferrone & Ferrone and has been practicing law for nearly three decades. John specializes in the areas of workers’ compensation, employment litigation, retirement, and internal affairs investigations. His successful track record…
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Using Visualization to Accomplish Goals with Robert Graves
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Have you ever imagined succeeding in something you want? Well, you're not just simply imagining; what you're doing is visualization. You become more likely to believe that something can and will happen by "seeing" or visualizing it first. Robert is a 10-year Marine Corps veteran who prides himself on living with the Marine Corps values of Honor, Co…
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The Vulnerable Man Ep067 - Quentin Finney
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Quentin is a human, father, coach, and now best-selling author in the book “The Diversity in Humanity.” We talk about his journey to becoming a published author, ageism and power dynamics, finding social connection in a remote work world, personal versus positional power, asking for help, and lots more. And yes, there’s a reference or two to us bei…
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Intuition For Warrior Culture With Acclaimed Psychic Medium, Sunny Dawn Johnston
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Have you ever made a choice simply based on a "feeling"? Even while it may not be ideal, we have all done it and will continue to do so. This so-called feeling is our intuition — and oftentimes, it can be trusted, but how can we effectively understand our intuition? In this episode of The Wenner Folsom Battle Tested Resiliency Podcast, we are joine…
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Lessons on Discipline from a Modern Day Stoic | Dr. Corey Castillo
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Imagine your life without discipline; it would be completely chaotic and full of regrets. On the other hand, think of all the wonderful things you could achieve if you were in control. In this episode of The Wenner Folsom Battle Tested Resiliency Podcast, we are joined by Dr. Corey Castillo. He is an Executive Leader & Coach with proven results in …
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Mark is a father, a co-author of The Relational Workplace, co-host of the Remaking Manhood podcast, and a staunch advocate for reshaping how we hold masculinity. We get to a lot of things in our conversation today. From the hierarchical dominance-based culture of masculinity, to how man box culture forces men to hide parts of themselves, relational…
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“Sobriety is about getting clarity and walling off the distractions of our life.” Philip Folsom. In today’s episode of The Wenner Folsom Battle Tested Resiliency Podcast, Philip and Josh talk about the addictions in your life that are controlling you and causing you to bleed all over your life. If you're looking for a deeper level of self-mastery, …
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Reintegration Best Practices From Army Ranger Ejay Menchavez
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“If my family knew how to welcome me when I came home, instead of me feeling like I needed to run away from them, I think that would be a big thing.” -Ejay Menchavez The transition from military to civilian life can be challenging for some veterans. While most say readjusting to civilian life was easy, roughly one in four say it was at least somewh…
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Brian is a husband and father, an avid tennis player, and an improv comedy performer. Our conversation ranges from using improve to create connection, to how vulnerability influences him with his wife and kids, the male role models of his childhood, allyship, and giving back to our communities. There’s a lot more, so settle in. LinkedIn: https://ww…
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