Best Malcolm Nicholls and Richard Ayling Podcasts (2024)

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Episode 41: Further Conversations on Tradition & Masculinity with Paul Robson 1:21:17

7M ago1:21:17

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In this episode, I'm joined once again by Paul Robson, as we embark on an exploration of masculinity and tradition. Delving into the depths of men's work and the significance of embracing timeless traditions, Paul shares many insights drawn from his journey. From navigating the complexities of masculinity to the transformative power of faith, this …

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Episode 40: Embracing Wisdom: Malcolm's Journey at a Maori Retreat 1:10:27

8M ago1:10:27

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In the latest episode of Man Reimagined, join us as Rich embarks on a transformative journey with Malcolm, who shares his profound experiences from his time spent at a Maori retreat recently. Delving deep into the heart of Maori culture, Malcolm unveils the profound insights he gained, particularly regarding rites of passage and the timeless wisdom…

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Episode 39: Reawakening the Discourse of Men in Society 50:42

9M ago50:42

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Welcome back, listeners, to another episode of Man Reimagined. After a six-month hiatus, we're back - both of us. In today's episode, we're reawakening the conversation surrounding men in society. Has it evolved? Just how present is this discourse, and what's the current temperature towards men's development, and 'masculinity'? Join us as we thaw o…

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Episode 38: Men's Retreats: A Journey Reimagined 39:28

1+ y ago39:28

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Ever wondered what really goes on at men's retreats? Do aspects of them appeal to you, but you're put off by others? Are you curious but unsure about whether they're for you? Keen to know about a different approach, that doesn't involve theatrical initiation rituals, warpaint, and bellowing into the night?! Then keep listening. This episode takes a…

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Episode 37: Being an Elder with David Reis 51:22

1+ y ago51:22

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What happens to men when they get older? What role can they still play, and how can they share their life experience and wisdom? What function can they serve as they enter their 'golden years', for other men and their community, and why do so few men do so in the west? To answer these questions and find out about the value of being an 'elder', I've…

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Episode 36: How Men's Work Changed Chris Barth 36:42

1+ y ago36:42

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So many men have an interest in the world of men's work and the personal development journey, but stay on the fringes and prefer to listen or read rather than invest their time and hard-earned money in showing up at a circle, yet alone a retreat. While this is understandable, I thought I'd share one man's inspiring journey who took the leap and jum…

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Episode 35: A Good Faith Conversation on Religion with Paul Robson 1:43:50

2y ago1:43:50

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How can a lifelong Atheist suddenly find God and become an Orthodox Christian?!? Is there still a space for religion today? Why the trend for men (in the U.S. in particular) to look to religion more and more right now? How is it even relevant, given what science and New Atheism has shown us in the last couple of hundred years? In this episode, I we…

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Episode 34: Mark Walsh on Embodiment, Trauma, Gender and Ukraine 1:06:32

2y ago1:06:32

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In this very special addition of the Man Reimagined podcast, we welcome internationally renowned embodiment teacher, Mark Walsh. I wanted to interview Mark in particular because he is not a man that minces words. He talks straight and is refreshingly candid in his views, whilst at the same time coming across as balanced and grounded in his thinking…

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Episode 33: Breaking Free from Porn Addiction with Jeremy Lipkowitz 1:11:53

2+ y ago1:11:53

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It's time for us to have an uncomfortable conversation. The porn industry is often talked about as making the internet, being described as the true early adopters. And that may be the case, however, what has been the legacy of that pornification? In this episode we invite Jeremy Lipkowitz to talk Porn Addiction and the impact that it is having on o…

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Episode 32: Men and Sex - Drew Lawson part 2 1:25:40

2+ y ago1:25:40

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In this episode we welcome back Drew Lawson. Last year Drew came on to our podcast and shared an incredible amount of wisdom and insight in the world of sex and intimacy, shedding light into so many different areas that most of us don't talk about because we either have no idea about it (things such as kink and group sex), or because we feel too mu…

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Episode 31: Mike Dyson on Father & Son Retreats and Rites of Passage 1:11:36

2+ y ago1:11:36

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In this episode we here at ManReimagined are very proud to share with you a wonderful conversation we had with Mike Dyson, the founder of Good Blokes Co, an organisation that runs retreats for men, rights of passage for boys becoming men, and both father/son and mother/son weekends in Australia. In this episode Mike shares his wisdom and experience…

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Episode 30: An Interview with Steve James 2:03:56

2+ y ago2:03:56

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In this very special addition of the Man Reimagined podcast, we welcome internationally renowned teacher and practitioner, Steve James. Steve James travels internationally teaching somatic practices, meditation, as well as leading explorations in contemplative & relational realms. Known for his direct, grounded approach and his enquiry-based ethos,…

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Episode 29: How Men Can Build Better, Deeper Friendships 1:03:52

2+ y ago1:03:52

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Since we’ve started this podcast we’ve done a few interviews that have touched on relationships and communication. However, pretty much all of that has been more about communication within intimate relationships. In this episode we look to dive into how men are at communicating with their mates. What is it we do well, what do we not do so well, and…

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Episode 28: Navigating cancer - One man's journey supporting his wife through Leukemia. 1:35:50

2+ y ago1:35:50

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In this very personal episode Mal shares the journey he has been on as he has supported his wife Evelyn through her battle with Leukemia. The intention for this episode is to share what it is like to see a loved one go through the wild downs and ups that cancer can bring, and how it feels to be the primary caregiver through the whole thing. Everyth…

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Episode 27: How to recognise and move beyond the 'Nice Guy Syndrome' 57:57

2+ y ago57:57

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Ever heard of Nice Guy Syndrome? Well it's real, and it is affecting more men - and their relationships - than we know. For example, do you always focus on giving yet are uncomfortable receiving, or tend to avoid conflict at all costs? Do you have difficulty making your own needs a priority in your relationships, or find yourself constantly seek ap…

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Episode 26: Anxiety Unloaded - A whole new way to get rid of stress and anxiety 49:27

2+ y ago49:27

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This week we dive into a topic that is very close to Mal's heart, and that is understanding and treating stress and anxiety. In our modern world stress and anxiety have become an epidemic in peoples lives. We all talk about it, yet how many of us actually know what it is? And even less well known is how to treat it and get rid of it. In this episod…

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Episode 25 - Lead By Heart... An interview with James 'Fish' Gill 56:54

2+ y ago56:54

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In this first big interview of our second season we are honoured to talk to the inspiring James 'Fish' Gill about his take on communication and relationship. James is the creator of a whole new way for us as humans to relate to each other. His method incorporates the ancient knowledge of yogic philosophy into the modern need for us to bridge the in…

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Episode 24 - Season 2.... A new beginning 26:01

2+ y ago26:01

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We're back and we're... well... As interesting and human as we've ever been! That's right a new season of ManReimagined is here to explore men and where we are in society. In this first episode of season 2 we look at what's in-store for the year ahead as we seek to build on the momentum we created last year by interviewing more wonderful people and…

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Special Episode: Introducing International Men's Day 54:30

3y ago54:30

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For this episode Mal and Rich have taken time out from their break to do a special interview with the man responsible for starting International Men's Day - Jerome Teelucksingh. Jerome is a history professor from the Island of Trinidad and Tobago (and as a consequence he has a wonderful Carribean accent for you to luxuriate to), and started the mov…

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Episode 23: Season One Comes To An End 51:57

3+ y ago51:57

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After 23 episodes we have decided to take a break - not an ending but a break! As a consequence, this episode is a reflection on the journey we've been on with ManReimagined over the past 6 months.... The lessons, the insights and the gold that has been shared. If you have been moved by the journey we've been on over the past few months, then pleas…

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Episode 22: The Value of Self-Worth 55:07

3+ y ago55:07

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In this episode Mal and Rich interview John Niland, founder of the Self-Worth Academy. Self-Worth is a very misunderstood concept. It is one of the inner acceptance of who we are, something that is very different from self-esteem, which is more an externally validated experience... Through this episode John takes us through his own journey of self …

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Episode 21: The experience of being a gay man 58:26

3+ y ago58:26

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Have you ever wondered what it is like being a gay man, particularly for those men who lived through the challenging times of the 70's, 80's and in to the 90's - the period when being gay was still outlawed in many places and when AIDS first came on the scene? In this special episode Mal and Rich invite two men - Kris and Geoff - to share their exp…

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Episode 20: What is it with Men and Spirituality? 54:04

3+ y ago54:04

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So.... Spirituality..... why is it that so many men seem to have a fraught and often disdainful view of this word? In this episode Mal and Rich begin to explore the incredible tapestry of life that can be experienced by tapping into our inner spirit. They look to break down the difference (as they see it) between spirituality versus religion, and s…

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Episode 19: What is the Experience of a Single Man Today? 1:00:23

3+ y ago1:00:23

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Last week we talked to dad's, so this week as a counterpoint we're talking to a 50 year old newly single man to find out what it's like becoming single again in a very different world from his last time out. In this episode we run the gauntlet of relearning how to be on your own, dating apps, societal expectations of middle aged men, and the changi…

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Episode 18: The Joy of Being a Father Today 1:15:47

3+ y ago1:15:47

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In this very special episode Mal and Rich interview 2 dads (well, 3 if you include Mal) about the joys, challenges, and lessons of being a modern dad. In this wonderfully moving, and at times hilarious interview, the two men - Travis Field and Adam Mahmoud - bring incredibly heart-felt and open insights about what being a dad means to them and how …

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Episode 17: What Does it Mean to Be a Sensitive Man? 42:06

3+ y ago42:06

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In this episode Mal and Rich look to speak to the experience of what it is like to be a sensitive man. For many years sensitive men have been often been looked down upon and derided in our society, which has often had a massive effect on those boys growing up with a more sensitive disposition. Recently there has been a change, and sensitivity has b…

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Episode 16: How to Develop More Authentic Relationships with Stephanie Dickinson 56:51

3+ y ago56:51

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In this episode Mal and Rich had the pleasure of interviewing Stephanie Dickinson, a specialist in relationships and communication. Over the course of the interview Stephanie enlightens us with the secrets of communication, and how by learning to communicate authentically and openly you can transform even the most challenging relationship (whether …

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Episode 15: Men and Sex - The Things We Need to Know and Learn with Drew Lawson 59:29

3+ y ago59:29

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Want to transform your intimate relationships and your whole experience around sex? This is the episode for you..... In this episode Mal and Rich invite Drew Lawson onto the show to talk about sex, intimacy, and all the things men need to understand about the sexual dynamics within themselves and with their partners. Drew is a sexologist, somatic t…

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Episode 14: The Harsh Reality For Men That No One Is Talking About 54:03

3+ y ago54:03

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In this episode Mal and Rich explore some of the tragic statistics that surround men, their mental health, and their overall contentment with life (or lack there of). To do this they take a different approach, one where Mal has no idea what Rich is going to say, or bring to his attention. They do this in order to see just what kind of an impact som…

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Episode 13: How are Men Handling the Dissolution of Gender Roles? 44:43

3+ y ago44:43

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Over the last two generations, there has been a movement away from gender-based roles in relationships, work, and identity..... So how are men handling it? In this episode of ManReimagined Mal and Rich take a good, honest look at the impact on men of the changed landscape around gender and our roles in society. Coming from the perspective that the …

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Episode 12: Embodiment And How Can it Transform Men with Gary Joplin 58:59

3+ y ago58:59

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So what the hell is this term embodiment? In the previous couple of episodes the word embodiment has appeared as Mal and Rich have run the gamut on the topics of emotion and touch, introducing the idea that connecting back into our bodies is an incredibly powerful journey for men to make. In this episode they want to try and get a deeper understand…

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Episode 11: What is it with Men and Touch? 41:16

3+ y ago41:16

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In this episode Mal and Rich explore the topic of Men and touch, and in particular, why is it that many men in western cultures (especially anglophile cultures) struggle with touching and hugging each other? In fact even just asking this question can lead to all sorts of scorn, ribbing, and discomfort amongst men. This being the case, what is the c…

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Episode 10: The Trickiest Relationship: Men and Emotions 41:01

3+ y ago41:01

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In this episode Mal and Rich dive into the massive subject of emotion. Men often get accused of not expressing how they are feeling enough and that as a consequence relationships can be challenging... Is this fair? Do men in reality struggle to express emotion? If so, what are some of the reasons that it may be true? And what is emotion, and what d…

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Episode 9: Karina Guthrie interviews Rich and Mal 57:57

3+ y ago57:57

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Episode 9 does an about flip. In this episode Karina comes back and interviews Mal and Rich, asking the questions that she would like to know about men. With Mal and Rich on the hot seat this episode provides a completely different take on how it is to be a man today, with Karina asking a variety of different questions than haven't been asked until…

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Episode 8: What is Men's Work Part 2 - The Value Men Get From Sitting in Circle 43:26

3+ y ago43:26

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This episode is a continuation of last week's podcast where Rich and Mal explore the field of Men's Work. This week they take a deeper dive into the world of men's circles and look to bring some light to another often misunderstood practice. Both Rich and Mal are long time, enthusiastic participants of men's circles and in this podcast they look to…

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Episode 7: What is Men's Work? 40:59

3+ y ago40:59

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In this episode Rich and Mal dive into the mysterious, and often misunderstood, world of men's work. They attempt to bring clarity to the whole field by talking about the history of men's work and showing that really it is the history of men and humanity. They also seek to dispel this notion that somehow men's work is not masculine enough, but rath…

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Episode 6: Men Moving Forward 36:54

3+ y ago36:54

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In this episode Rich and Mal take their first steps in exploring where to from here for men. The last few episodes have been a reflective and honest look at where men are now, particularly in relationship to women and this designation of toxic masculinity. Now it is time to start exploring: what is the potential of men, and how do we get there? The…

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Episode 5: A Woman's Perspective on Male Violence with Karina Guthrie 53:35

3+ y ago53:35

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In this episode Rich and Mal speak to Karina Guthrie to get her perspective on what it is like to be a woman around men. Karina is a yoga teacher trainer and mentor. She provides training courses, continuing education programs and one-on-one support for dedicated teachers and students of yoga. She is currently completing a PhD at the University of …

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Episode 4: Why the Silence from Men around Violence towards Women? 36:19

3+ y ago36:19

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This week's episode was inspired by International Women's Day and in particular some of the horrific stats about violence towards wonen perpetrated by men. Why is this still going on and why is there so little noise by men to shift these horrible statistics? Rich and Mal ask when will men take responsibility for what is going on, and why have we no…

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Episode 3: Exploring Toxic Masculinity 34:30

3+ y ago34:30

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Over the last couple of years the term Toxic Masculinity has sprung into our consciousness and vernacular, but what does it actually mean? In this episode Mal and Rich attempt to unpick this term, trying to see if they can understand where it came from and what it means for men, boys and society to have this label of toxic masculinity. They questio…

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Episode 2: What does Masculinity mean today? 40:12

3+ y ago40:12

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In this episode Mal and Rich attempt to break down what is the meaning of this often misunderstood and quite loaded word? They look at what is positive about modern masculinity and what we could do better, and also explore the difference between the term masculine and male gender. They also spend sometime looking at femininity from a men's perspect…

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Episode 1: Man Reimagined begins 34:54

3+ y ago34:54

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In this first episode Rich and Mal introduce themselves and their concept around Man Reimagined. Like any first episode they seek to draw you in with wisdom, insight, and humour, of which sometimes they succeed and sometimes they show themselves to be just what they are: Two middle aged men stumbling around blindly trying to make sense of the world…

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