Hector sits down with Tom Bresnahan to explore the growing challenges of being a dad, the role of men in today’s society, and how shifting cultural norms impact boys and families. They discuss the influence of technology, addiction, and societal expectations on youth while talking about the decline of rites of passage and the misconceptions surrounding masculinity. Tune in to hear Tom explain how dads can lead by example, guiding boys into adulthood with clarity and resilience.

Chapters

00:00:00 - The Puzzle Begins
00:01:31 - Meeting the Man Behind the Mission
00:02:04 - A Journey Through Fire and Growth
00:03:11 - Fatherhood’s Untold Battles
00:08:16 - The Art of Raising Emotionally Aware Humans
00:12:06 - Screens and the Future of Our Children
00:15:00 - Redefining the Modern Man’s Place
00:18:10 - Demons, Shadows, and Redemption
00:22:29 - Building Tomorrow’s Men Today
00:24:58 - Lost Rituals and Forgotten Scouts
00:25:36 - Misunderstood Boys and Masculinity’s Myths
00:26:17 - Hollywood’s Quiet Influence on Gender Stories
00:28:56 - Facing Societal Shifts Head-On
00:30:14 - Masculinity Through the Cultural Lens
00:37:23 - A Handbook for Raising Sons
00:40:15 - Lifelines for Parents and Families
00:44:42 - Masculinity, Redefined

Links and Resources

Tom on LinkedIn
Take Back Control by Tom Bresnahan
Hector Santiesteban on LinkedIn
Hector Santiesteban on Twitter

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Fathers, Sons, and the Fight for Tomorrow with Tom Bresnahan