Most men are never taught the real source of sexual fulfillment — so they chase performance, goals, or fantasy, while feeling disconnected from the deeper intimacy they actually want.

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Former pharmacist Josh Rimany joins Shana to explore what real healing looks like for men in midlife — beyond symptom management or quick fixes. Together they unpack how the mind-body-soul connection restores vitality, why the healthcare system often misses the mark, and how men can find wholeness, purpose, and deeper love after 40. A grounded and inspiring look at the "second mountain of life," where success expands from professional to personal, and starts to include impact and fulfillment rather than just dollars and positions.

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Today's Practicing Love and Man Alive podcast guest, Dr. Fred Rabinowitz, talks about how he navigates independence and connection in his relationship.

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Performance anxiety is common for most men, but it can be a thing of the past. Today's guest helps men overcome this anxiety by teaching tools for men to become better lovers and have more pleasure themselves in the process. 

When you integrate your heart into your sex life, not only does it go from what can feel like "fast food sex" to "gourmet sex," it also becomes connected, healing and transformative. Today's Man Alive podcast guest talks about bringing depth into sex and sensuality.

Though most of us start out with the deck stacked against us in how we are taught to mentally and emotionally approach life, we can unfuck our approach to life and set ourselves free to live healthier and happier.

We can unconsciously add stress to our lives with the stories we tell ourselves about our experiences. While this realization can be painful, it is also a doorway to incredible amounts of freedom and possibility. Today's podcast guest co-wrote a documentary film entitled: "Is Your Story Making You Sick?" We discussed the potential for relief from pain and stress. 

The concept of masculine/feminine dynamics in relationships can be viewed through overly simplistic lenses. Today's guest goes deep into the nature of humanity to illuminate the benefits of both masculine and the feminine, and how balancing them can bring us together in healthier, more authentic ways. 

Sadly, the average orgasm lasts between 10 and 51 seconds. You are not limited to this quick burst of pleasure though! You could orgasm for hours, and experience a heightened state of pleasure. Find out more as we talk about what orgasm actually is. 

How does sex become great? In Shana's new book, Honest Sex, she counters the common misperception that we are outgrowing marriage and long term relationships by bringing an issue she has found with her clients and her own relationships -- many of us have not matured enough to create the emotionally-connected, sexually-satisfying relationships we long for. Honest sex is a pathway to deepen connection and keep relationships alive.

Intimacy can be scary, as it relies on being vulnerable. It can also be confusing if we don't know how to let down our guard or create the safety needed to reveal our tender parts. But without intimacy, relationships fade and spark fizzles. Zoë Kors has created a map to intimacy that any person can follow and everyone benefit from. Whether you are just discovering intimacy or want to go as deep as possible, this episode is for you. 

When one partner's attachment style is anxious, and the other's is avoidant, it can be painful for both. But you can learn to consciously communicate and create ways for each person to feel safe and valued. Today's guests talk about how to lovingly collaborate and negotiate, to meet the needs and desires of each partner.

If you're not satisfied with your love or sex-life, and could use some insights into what makes a person want more of you, tell me more about yourself here and we'll schedule a time to talk.

Being honest about who you are is one of the foundations of a relationship that strengthens and deepens over time. The more you know yourself, the less likely you'll be to lose yourself, in an attempt to keep the peace or make someone else happy. 

In honor of the release of my new book, Honest Sex, this episode is one in a series of podcasts focused on bringing honesty to various aspects of sex and relationships. Today's episode covers the vulnerable topic of talking about erectile issues. Our guest, Shari James, supports men who want to overcome erectile issues without male enhancement pills.

Being isolated as a father is not good for dads. It is also not good for dad's kids or romantic relationships. Instead of having women in mommy groups and dads going it alone, today's podcast guest is supporting dads to live a connected dad life!

Many men were not taught how to properly use their masculine power, which is detrimental for them and everyone around them.

Playing small in life keeps life small and often unsatisfying, or even painful. Breaking out of the fear and resistance to being bigger is not always an easy task though. 

Today's Man Alive podcast guest, Zan Perrion, is internationally recognized as one of the most original and insightful voices on relationships and seduction in the world today.

Today's Man Alive podcast guest, Mark Divine, combines the wisdom of warriors with the wisdom of monks to teach people to become powerful and inspiring leaders. 

Being a dad is Being a dad is simultaneously one of the most amazing and challenging things you can do in your life. Today's Man Alive Guest, Larry Hagner, helps you bypass the pitfalls many men fall into that can take away your happiness, health and sanity. 

Learning to love without a roadmap makes it incredibly challenging to have a satisfying relationship. Katie Hendricks, along with her husband Gay Hendricks, has been teaching people to give and receive love better for 50 years!

Optimal sexual performance becomes less of a "sure thing" as you age. To make sure you remain sexually healthy and powerful, check out Men's Sexual Health Coach Brian Ayer's wisdom and daily practices.

Love can be a challenge. On this episode of Practicing Love, we delve into why it isn't like fairytales and movies tell us it should be.

Don't forget to check out my new Podcast, Practicing Love, and subscribe to it! This will be my final time posting my Practicing Love episodes to Man Alive. 

When someone achieves success from a young age we get to study their tactics and apply their wisdom to your own business visions and goals.

One of the worst moments of a man's life is hearing "I love you but I'm not in love with you." Today's podcast gives you what you need for this moment and to navigate the upheaval of a relationship on the rocks or falling apart. 

Do you see certain parts of yourself as strong and other parts as weak? If so, it may be time to question your assessment of yourself, and how you came to believe this!

Curtis May has been a financial advisor for 35 years. He believes typical financial advice does not work for most people and instead teaches people effective strategies to build wealth. You don't have to be uneducated or follow what the big financial institutions say. You can take your finances into your own hands. 

Today's podcast is a welcome relief for the days and phases during which we feel defeated or taken down by personal challenges. Today's guest, J.R. Martinez, has overcome immense pain and challenges. He shows us how to adapt and turn struggles into opportunities. 

Can you image what your sex life would be like if you didn't feel doubt or shame about your performance in bed or your ability to give a woman pleasure?  Karen Brody and I talk today about what this could be like for you -- the passion and connection possible as you reimagine your sex life!

In a world where we spend a lot of time acting independent, or falling into codependence, there is another way. We can learn to evolve to interdependence and focus on Us, rather than only You or Me. On today's episode, Terry Real discusses his new book: Us: Getting Past You and Me to Build a More Loving Relationship.

Historically, male heroes have been the John Wayne type -- stoic, dominant, emotionless. In the modern age, this type of heroism does not work and often causes men to sacrifice their own well-being. Today's guest shows us what a hero looks like in this day and age.

Many people are afraid to be "needy." But neediness is different from having needs. We all have needs and we have to learn how to communicate them, rather than getting stuck in guilt or shame for having them!

After divorce or betrayal, many people give up on love. But discovering what love really is, and how to create a loving partnership where you don't lose or betray yourself, is one of the most fulfilling and growthful journeys in life. Ashlynn Allen helps you find the courage to experience what love can be, while you stay true to yourself.

You likely didn't receive much guidance or support for anger or irritability and these emotions often increases with age, hormone changes and stress. Jed Diamond, PhD has researched and written books on Irritable Male Syndrome. This powerful information could save your life, relationships and family.

Do you wake up each morning feeling inspired by your life or has life become more of a drag? Today's guest guides you to be a responsible adult without letting go of your dreams and vitality! 

The age old question of whether size really matters is answered by two female men's coaches in a mature and honest discussion. Find out what two women who have worked in the field of love and sex for decades have discovered. 

Today's podcast guest bridges mindfulness with action, and even social justice — teaching us the wisdom of the meditation practice, as well as how to use meditation to serve the rest of your life, "off the cushion."

When we let go of blaming others, or situations, for our discontent, we access incredible amounts of freedom and power. Today's guest turned one of the most challenging situations you could imagine into a time of growth and possibility. Dr. Fleet Maull guides you to do the same. 

It is not always easy for men to take care of themselves. Isolation and fear of being seen as weak keeps men from being healthy, happy and resourced. Lisa Hickey set out to change this when she founded the Good Men Project, one of the foremost resources for men in the world.

Men these days can be unknowingly stuck in a state of suspended adolescence that hurts themselves and those they love. Rites of Passages and rituals are powerful opportunities for men to come back to life and awaken into a mature and satisfying life.  

There is a difference between a typical orgasm and an extended orgasm. Today's guest covers the nuts and bolts of what makes extended orgasm possible for you!

There are surprising antidotes to burnout that can change your life and create more joy and liveliness where you've been feeling overwhelmed or dull. Today's guest, a Burnout coach for men, talks about how to rebuild life in a way that works for you!

The words we choose have a huge impact on the outcomes we experience. To become a more inspiring leader (and lover), you can learn to use words that create trust, respect, connection and loyalty. Learn the 22 Talk Shifts to upgrade your leadership.  

Practicing love gets easier as you learn tools to communicate and connect consciously. Today's episode is full of wisdom from a man who has worked hard to evolve. Christopher Veal's path from being a Marine Corps officer to the host of the Vulnerable Man podcast has been raw and deep. He is full of wisdom for those who want to create a conscious, loving, fulfilling relationship. 

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The 4 Noble Truths of Buddhist wisdom have not previously been applied to romantic relationships in such a clear and specific way. Susan Piver's book brings us incredible hope for decreasing suffering in long-term relationships! 

What do mechanical masculinity and mechanical orgasms have in common, and why do you want to expand beyond both? Listen to today's Man Alive episode with Ed Fraunheim, co-author of Reinventing Masculinity: The Liberating Power of Compassion and Connection, to find out!

Knowing what inspires a woman to say YES is like having the keys to the kingdom. Today's guest shows us men do not need to become a bad boy or an asshole. The path to inspiring a woman's YES is actually deep healing and loving yourself.