ManTalks Podcast

Graham Young was sick and tired of the same impractical advice in the self-help industry, so he decided to disrupt it by creating the 'Disruptive Performance Coaching' method. He helps people by using a practical and science-based approach to their personal development. His main goal is to give people the freedom to control their lives. Graham talks on our fear of introspection, his definition of success, and so much more.   Key Takeaways: [0:20] Roger is flying solo as Connor prepares for the ManTalks one day event. [1:00] Who is Graham Young? [3:15] Graham wasn't happy with the self-help material out there. [4:20] Graham talks about his mom and mentor passing away. [7:15] What's Graham's process when working with a new client? [10:00] Why do men fear introspection? [14:20] What is the definition of a coach? [16:25] Graham shares a client success story. [21:10] Our brain is hardwired to be negative. [22:35] What's Graham's definition of success? [26:40] Graham talks about Marc Benioff [31:22] What's Graham's core beliefs?  [36:35] Graham talks further about his mentor who committed suicide. [39:30] What does it mean to be a modern day man? [43:20] What is Graham most excited about today?   Mentioned In This Episode: info@mantalks.ca http://mantalks.com/ https://www.gystrategies.com/ Music Credit: Parlange & Latenite Automatic (jesusparlange.com– lateniteautomatic.com)  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

When Dai Manuel's parents were going through a divorce, he found solace in food. By the time Dai was 14-years-old he weighted nearly 200lbs and decided enough was enough. This defining moment made Dai realize that he was the only person who was in complete control of himself. Now at the age of 38 going on 39, it's Dai's passion to empower others and help them develop a healthy, more active lifestyle.   Key Takeaways: [0:35] ManTalks is hiring! [1:10] ManTalks is coming to Toronto next year. [2:35] How does Dai wake up at 5am everyday?  [4:55] Why fitness? [7:45] How did Dai get his start in the fitness industry? [12:40] Connor's mentor was 81-years-old. [13:40] What's Dai's definition of passion? [18:00] Make a plan and then work towards it. [18:25] Dai became an accidental blogger. [20:55] Dai explains his goal setting process. [25:00] What are the key things around health and fitness? [31:00] Remember we have a full one day event on Nov 7th! [34:30] Connor likes to watch anime and workout. [39:00] Community is key to keeping you on track. [40:00] What does Dai do when he gets off course? [43:30] Best advice Dai has ever received? [47:20] What does it mean to be a man today? [50:15] Best part about being a man? [55:30] Where did the nickname 'Moose' come from?  [58:15] Dai will be having a weekly periscope session with his followers. [1:00:00] Thank you for listening and please subscribe/review on iTunes!    Mentioned In This Episode: info@mantalks.ca http://mantalks.com/ http://www.daimanuel.com/ Double Double by Cameron Herold. http://www.wholelifefitnessmanifesto.com/ Music Credit: Parlange & Latenite Automatic (jesusparlange.com– lateniteautomatic.com)  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Todd Henry is the host of The Accidental Creative podcast and the author of three books, The Accidental Creative, Die Empty, and Louder Than Words. Todd's mission is to help others discover their authentic voice. Todd talks on how to find your true identity, define the kind of freedom you want, and to disrupt your patterns.   Key Takeaways: [0:45] Connor talks about their exciting new partner/sponsor. [2:30] What does Todd do? [3:20] Why does Todd do what he does? [5:50] What does an authentic voice really mean? [8:00] What does freedom look like for you? [9:50] Don't just drift through your days, stop and notice the patterns. [10:20] Todd describes why you should write your manifesto. [12:50] Pay close attention to your patterns. [15:50] Todd talks about vulnerability. [19:15] It's almost easier to do it alone, but that doesn't scale. [20:15] ManTalks will be hosting a one day event on Nov 7th. [24:10] We depend on others. [26:40] Why is Donald Trump resonating with the crowd?  [30:35] We can tell when someone is being authentic or not. [32:00] What's Todd most excited about right now?   Mentioned In This Episode: http://www.toddhenry.com/ http://www.vancitybuzz.com/ http://mantalks.com/ http://www.toddhenry.com/collective   Music Credit: Parlange & Latenite Automatic (jesusparlange.com– lateniteautomatic.com)  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Brian Scudamore is the founder of 1-800-Got-Junk?, a franchise that operates in 180 locations in Canada, the United States, and Australia. Brian talks to Connor on why he dropped out of college and how he went from a small business to a large franchise. Brian tells the audience that he has a very slow hiring process, because he really wants to know he's got the right people for his company on staff.   Key Takeaways: [0:25] Connor introduces Brian. [2:20] How did 1-800-Got-Junk? started? [5:20] What kind of challenges did Brian face? [6:30] What was Brian like as a kid? [9:00] How did Brian go from a small business to a big franchise? [12:00] Brian was slow to hire and quick to fire to make sure he really had the best person. [16:15] You have a socially responsibility to give back. [17:40] What's Brian's definition of success?   Mentioned In This Episode: www.1800gotjunk.com/  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Adam Nagy and Julian DeSchutter are the co-founders of Chasing Sunrise, a community designed to empower members to chase after what they want and to break out of the unconscious routine. Adam and Julian speak on their failures, their mentors, core lessons they try to teach in the Chasing Sunrise community, and what kind of legacy they'd both like to leave behind.   Key Takeaways: [1:30] Who is Adam? [2:35] Who is Julian? [5:40] How did Chasing Sunrise start? [9:50] Make conscious choices that aligns with who you are. [11:30] What has the response been like for Chasing Sunrise? [14:55] How do you build a thriving and self-sustainable community? [20:00] Who are Adam's and Julian's mentors? [24:35] What core lessons has the Chasing Sunrise community learned? [29:15] ManTalks will be hosting a one day event. Save the date! Nov 7th. [35:00] What kind of challenges have Adam and Julian seen people overcome? [39:30] Favorite part of being a man? Brotherhood and leadership. [42:15] Brotherhood is an integral part of being a man. [43:35] The guys talk about failure. [49:40] Connor shares one of his failures. [52:30] Take a step back from your failure and ask yourself, “What's the bigger picture?” [55:15] What kind of legacy would the guys like to leave? [57:30] We're afraid to say 'I don't know'. [58:55] What are the guys excited about today?   Mentioned In This Episode: http://chasingsunri.se/ https://instagram.com/chasingsunrise/  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Brian Turko is the son of Ukrainian immigrants and the owner of Milano coffee. Milano has three stores in Vancouver and one in Toronto. Brian talks on what it was like growing up with immigrant parents, how he keeps a good relationship with his wife of 20 years, and the lessons he's learned as a young child. Come sit down, listen in, and join us at the top of the mountain with this week's episode.   Key Takeaways: [0:40] What's Brian's background? [5:55] Why did Brian get into the coffee business? [20:00] Your curiosity can help you find your passion. [21:00] Coffee was created out of poverty. [26:00] What's Brian's definition of success? [35:20] Recognize that you have fear, but take action anyway. [36:00] Brian talks about a lesson he learned when he was younger.  [44:20] It sometimes takes reckless abandonment to believe. [51:20] ManTalks will be hosting a full one day event Nov 7th. [57:35] What's it like to be a man today? [1:09:05] What kind of mark on the world does Brian want to leave? [1:15:45] It doesn't always work out. Live everyday as if it's your first and your last day. [1:20:05] Stop by Brian's shop and say hi.   Mentioned In This Episode: http://mantalks.com/ http://www.milanocoffee.ca/   Music Credit: Parlange & Latenite Automatic (jesusparlange.com– lateniteautomatic.com)  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

John Nieuwenburg opens up in a very vulnerable way about his attempted suicide and depression on today's show. John is an award-winning coach and a TedX speaker. He talks on what depression feels like, his recovery after his suicide attempt, and how other people can prevent what John has went through. Do not be afraid to talk about your depression and to seek help. The only way to come out of your darkness is by shining a light on it.   Key Takeaways: [2:55] Who is John Nieuwenburg? [7:55] What was life like for John before the age of 45? [13:40] What makes a great coach? [17:55] What type of work does John do? [23:25] Why did John attempt suicide? [25:45] What does depression feel like? [34:00] We give depression power by not talking about it. Talk about your depression. [39:35] With depression, you feel like you've run out of options. [45:00] Statistics on suicides in Canada says that 3 out of 4 suicides are men. [48:10] What happened after John's suicide attempt? [51:40] Remember, ManTalks is hosting a full one day event on Nov 7th. [55:20] How can you help people who are suffering? [58:10 The only way to come out of the darkness is by shining a light on it. [58:35] Should you take medication? [1:01:50] Should you talk about depression with children? [1:03:40] What does it mean to be a man today? [1:05:50] Do you have a written definition of the best you can be? Affirmations are important. [1:09:00] What is John excited about today?   Mentioned In This Episode: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jNScHdMMw8E http://w5coaching.com Darkness Visible by William Styron http://www.ted.com/talks/brene_brown_on_vulnerability?language=en   Music Credit: Parlange & Latenite Automatic (jesusparlange.com– lateniteautomatic.com)  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Lodro Rinzler is a practitioner and teacher in the Shambhala Buddhist lineage. Lodro has been meditating since he was a child and has written five books with the newest being, How to Love Yourself (And Sometimes Other People). Lodro's columns have appeared on Elephant Journal, Huffington Post, Bloomberg, and so much more. Lodro talks on how you can love yourself, using your vulnerability as a strength, and he does a short demonstration on how to start meditating.   Key Takeaways: [2:10] ManTalks will be hosting a one day event on Nov 7th. [3:30] What is Man It Forward and how can you win tickets for the event? [5:40] Who is Lodro? [7:15] Why did Lodro run off to the monastery? [8:30] Lodro is a second-generation Buddhist. [11:40] Lodro talks about his latest book, How to Love Yourself. [15:20] How can help people love themselves? [18:45] Connor and Roger talks on the one day event ManTalks is hosting. [21:35] How can we start meditating? [31:40] How can men look into themselves? [36:10] Meditating helps teach you how to love. [40:00] Why does the world need meditation now? [43:10] How does Lodro define success? [45:00] What does it mean to be a modern man? [46:20] What is Lodro excited about right now?   Mentioned In This Episode: http://mantalks.com/ http://ny.shambhala.org/blog/ http://www.lodrorinzler.com/   Music Credit: Parlange & Latenite Automatic (jesusparlange.com– lateniteautomatic.com)  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Vikram Vij is an Indian-born Canadian chef and the co-owner of Vij's Restaurant in Vancouver. Vikram brings his extreme optimism and passion for cooking right into this podcast. He says passion is like your first love and your focus should be your second love. When these two loves are combined, it's a great recipe for success. Vikram shares openly the challenges he has faced and his frustrations with prejudice. He also talks on the importance of freedom and respecting everyone, no matter what social class they may be.   Key Takeaways: [1:25] Who is Vikram Vij? [5:50] What does passion mean to Vikram? [8:30] Why did Vikram go to Austria? [11:15] Failure is a part of our lives. [11:45] There's no formula for success. [13:30] What kind of challenges has Vikram experienced?  [19:00] What's Vikram's definition of success? [20:20] Vikram talks about his mentors. [23:15] What are Vikram's core beliefs? [28:10] Connor and Roger tell you about the 1-day event Man Talks will be hosting and how you can win free tickets. [32:00] What people thrive for in life is freedom. [35:50] Vikram is often frustrated by prejudice. [38:45] Best resources? Travel the world. [42:55] What does it mean to be a man today? [48:00] One piece of advice? Respect everyone. [49:40] What kind of legacy would Vikram like to leave? [51:55] What's Vikram excited about today? [56:25] Love what you do and don't take things for granted.   Mentioned In This Episode: http://mantalks.com/ Think and Grow Rich by Napoleon Hill. http://www.vijs.ca/ https://twitter.com/Vijs_restaurant https://www.facebook.com/Vijs-174255645924082/timeline/   Music Credit: Parlange & Latenite Automatic (jesusparlange.com– lateniteautomatic.com)  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

David Katz is the Founder of The Plastic Bank and recent winner of the EO Global Citizen award. The Plastic Bank is the world's only organization to monetize plastic recycling. The Plastic Bank gives opportunities for the disadvantaged to collect and trade plastic waste as currency and the organization aims to create a global micro recycling economy to help reduce poverty and clean the environment. David speaks to Connor on raising a special needs child, the importance of being present in your work, and so much more on today's episode.   Key Takeaways: [1:05] ManTalks will be having a one day event in Vancouver. [2:10] Connor introduces David Katz [4:00] What does David do? [6:30] How does David's plastic business work? [10:25] Consumers are demanding corporations to make a conscious change in the environment. [13:00] How does an entrepreneur make money? By adding value. [14:40] What was David like as a kid? [18:00] Enjoy the journey and focus on being happy today. [23:15] Despite being a C-student, David went to university. [25:55] Connor listened to the radio recently and hated it. [28:00] What makes David present? Exercise. [31:10] We never regret exercise when you're done. [40:00] How did David learn to work through the obstacles and not flee? [44:25] David was inspired by failure. [59:05] What's David's defining moment? [54:40] Grow the most vulnerable part of yourself. [61:10] Everything is meaningful when you know what to look for. [64:35] What kind of legacy would David like to leave? [70:00] What's one question David never has been asked before? [73:00] What's David most excited about? [74:55] Life is limitless. [76:45] Remember ManTalks is hosting a one day event in Vancouver.   Mentioned In This Episode: http://mantalks.com/ http://plasticbank.org   Music Credit: Parlange & Latenite Automatic (jesusparlange.com– lateniteautomatic.com)  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices