Bridging Connections with Bryan Reeves
Bryan Reeves & Tait Arend
Welcome to Bridging Connections, formerly known as "Men This Way." Join your host Bryan Reeves —former U.S. Air Force captain, renowned author and professional coach to men, women, and couples; along with his lifelong best friend and leadership coach, Tait Arend. Together, they tackle the essential, raw conversations we all need to engage in about relationships, purpose, health, spirituality, and more. Dive deep into discussions that matter and explore the connections that bind us all.
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Jun 2, 2021 • 1h 25min
65. The Journey of Soul Initiation w/ Bill Plotkin
Bill Plotkin, a depth psychologist and wilderness guide, explores the journey of soul initiation and authentic living. He emphasizes reconnecting with nature to discover our true identities beyond societal norms. Plotkin shares insights into transformative personal growth, highlighting the importance of vulnerability and mentorship. He discusses the significance of nature in fostering self-discovery and authenticity. Through engaging narratives, he inspires listeners to embrace discomfort for deeper evolution and personal fulfillment.
May 19, 2021 • 1h 7min
64. Choose Her Every Day (Or Leave Her) - Part Two
Do you struggle with intimate relationship? Do you have a hard time choosing your partner every … single … day? Do you ever feel UNCHOSEN by your intimate partner? This episode is a bit unusual in that it’s actually a rebroadcast of another podcast I was recently featured on, The Art of Authenticity, hosted by ... Read more
May 6, 2021 • 1h 11min
63. Are You Being Authentic … Or Just A Jerk? w/ Dr. Aziz
What does it (really) mean to be authentic? How can you know when you’re being authentic, or just being a jerk? Are you aware that your thoughts may be lying to you, actually preventing you from being authentic? In this episode, my guest is Dr. Aziz Gazipura, the founder of The Social Confidence Center, author ... Read more
Apr 23, 2021 • 1h 15min
62. The Magic of Surrender w/ Kute Blackson
Do you really think you’re in control of your life? Do you ever feel stuck or stagnant, or like no matter how hard you grind, true happiness and fulfillment seem always just out of reach? What if the fulfillment you seek, only comes through the practice of surrender? In this episode, my guest, Kute Blackson, ... Read more
Feb 25, 2021 • 1h 5min
61. Navigating Chivalry & Gender-Equality in The Modern World w/ Shu Matsuo Post
How can we reconcile old notions of chivalry with modern expectations of gender-equality? Can gender-equality actually help MEN feel more free, too? Do you really understand the (daily) privileges men have over women? In this episode, my guest, Japanese author Shu Matsuo Post … and I mine these questions and more for useful insights to ... Read more
Jan 31, 2021 • 1h 13min
60. Sexual Self-Mastery w/ Destin Gerek
What do men tend to misunderstand about sex and sexual pleasure? Can a lack of body sensitivity be the underlying cause of sex and intimacy issues? What practices can men do to increase sensitivity, and thus sexual pleasure (both for ourselves and our partners)? In this episode, my guest, renowned and certified sexologist Destin Gerek, ... Read more
Jan 13, 2021 • 1h 5min
59. The 4th Pillar of a Thriving Man ~ BROTHERHOOD ~ w/ Tait Arend (My Lifelong Soul-Brother)
What happens when men don’t have deep connections with other men? What’s the cost to our vitality, fulfillment, when we lone-wolf it through life? Could being part of an intentional brotherhood serve your life? In this episode, my guest is, Tait Arend … my lifelong childhood best friend. In this episode, we’re diving into the ... Read more
Dec 2, 2020 • 1h 1min
58. The 2nd Pillar of a Thriving Man ~ INTIMACY ~ w/ Silvy Khoucasian (My Intimate Partner)
What is intimacy … really? Can you experience intimacy without another person actually present? (hint: yes!) Why do so many men (women, too!) struggle with sustaining intimacy? In this episode, my very special guest and I dive into these questions and more for useful insights to make a meaningful difference in your life … my ... Read more
Nov 12, 2020 • 1h 2min
57. The 5 Pillars Of A Thriving Man
Why do men (even when we succeed) often struggle to enjoy our daily lives? What are we missing on our endlessly futile “pursuit of happiness”? What are the key ingredients for a deeply fulfilling life? In this episode, I dive into the 5 Pillars of a Thriving Man. These 5 pillars came to me 3 ... Read more
Sep 17, 2020 • 57min
56. Don’t Take Sides (Do Take a Position)
Are you struggling with the growing divisions in our current world? Are you afraid things might get worse before they get better? Did you know that a descent into darkness, a terrifying uncertainty, is essential for human transformation? In this episode, I explore how our current ego-centric model of society almost guarantees the kinds of ... Read more


