TW: This episode discusses domestic violence. In this special episode, we sit down with singer-songwriter, dancer, actress, and model FKA twigs to explore her journey of healing, resilience, and reclaiming self-worth. In 2020, twigs courageously went public with allegations of domestic violence against her ex-partner Shia LaBeouf. As her legal battle approaches, she reflects on her decision to seek justice and shares her thoughts on the upcoming trial, emphasizing the importance of holding men accountable, no matter their status or success.  Twigs offers profound insights into her experience as a survivor, shedding light on how emotional manipulation can consume one’s entire psyche and leave lasting effects on both mind and body. She discusses the challenges of leaving an abusive relationship and the lifelong process of rebuilding trust and reclaiming every dimension of one's identity. Released during the final week of Domestic Violence Awareness Month, this conversation serves as a powerful call for empathy, accountability, and cultural change. Whether you’re looking for inspiration or practical tools to navigate difficult relationships and your own healing journey, twigs’ voice will resonate deeply—reminding us that recovery is not linear, but with time and self-compassion, it is possible.If you or someone you know has experienced domestic or sexual violence, help is available. Find the support you need for yourself, a friend, a colleague, or a family member: nomore.org/help TIMECODES:(02:55) Introducing FKA twigs  (04:25) Leaving her abuser and feeling isolated  (13:49) Ongoing physical and mental effects of abuse  (21:41) Speaking out ahead of the trial  (35:16) Recognizing narcissism and abuse patterns  (46:33) How men can help by embracing vulnerability  (52:48) Relearning trust after abuse  (1:01:45) Acceptance, healing, and impact on humanity  (1:05:55) Being Man Enough  QUOTES:"One of the most painful things was realizing that I wasn't special ... It could have really been anyone. It was just bad luck that I got a part in a film." - twigs "It really takes time to learn how to be me again. And I can say now, me was and is great, so I really want to be me." - twigs "I used to thrive out of fear ... But now I embrace the darker, artistic sides of myself. Life doesn’t have to be all sparkles and rainbows — there’s a balance." - twigs "Blaming someone for being in an abusive relationship is like blaming them for getting hit by a car — it just happened to them." - Liz SUPPORT MAN ENOUGH https://manenough.com/newsletter  https://manenough.com/books  https://boyswillbehuman.com  FOLLOW THE HOSTSLiz Plank https://instagram.com/feministabulous https://tiktok.com/@lizplank https://facebook.com/feministabulous https://twitter.com/feministabulous http://www.elizabethplank.com/ Jamey Heath  https://instagram.com/jamey_heath_ https://tiktok.com/@jameyheath https://twitter.com/jamey_heath_ https://facebook.com/jameyjaz http://www.jameyheath.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Kevin Hines, an award-winning speaker and mental health advocate, shares his inspiring journey after surviving a suicide attempt at 19. He delves into the power of empathy and the importance of positive self-talk, while encouraging open conversations about mental health challenges. Kevin recounts his miraculous rescue by a sea lion and emphasizes the need for self-love and resilience. He also highlights his advocacy for suicide prevention at the Golden Gate Bridge, reinforcing that every life matters and hope always exists, even in the darkest times.

Hosts discuss the essential role men play in supporting women, particularly in leadership. They explore significant political changes and the evolving dynamics of gender and race in society. The conversation highlights the need for merit-based evaluations and recognition of the contributions of historically marginalized voices. Emphasizing unity, they call for collective efforts to dismantle barriers and promote inclusivity. Key themes include challenging perceptions of leadership and the importance of open dialogue in fostering a more just society.

TW: This episode discusses domestic and gun violence. This inspiring episode focuses on the journey from trauma to healing and loving relationships, featuring a conversation with A Call to Men Chief Communications Officer Kimya Motley, who is a domestic violence (dv) survivor, and psychologist and relationships expert Dr. Alduan Tartt. Kimya shares her remarkable story of resilience and recovery after surviving repeated violence, emphasizing the importance of recognizing red flags and finding positive role models for healthy manhood. Dr. Tartt, who also played a pivotal role in Kimya's healing journey, serving as an example of positive masculinity, provides insights into fostering healthy relationships and offers practical advice on breaking the cycle of abuse. They explore the power of community, policy reform and media representation in an effort to create a safer and more supportive world. Despite the harrowing realities they discuss, this conversation shines a light on the hope and healing that can emerge from even the darkest experiences. They also discuss IT ENDS WITH US, the new film from Wayfarer Studios and Justin Baldoni, which depicts situations and themes of dv between its two lead characters. The film, which just celebrated its global theatrical premiere, was made in close consultation with our partners at NO MORE and is based on the best-selling novel by Colleen Hoover. Join a hopeful conversation, providing valuable tools for anyone committed to understanding and combating dv. Watch the video version on our YouTube.If you or someone you know has experienced domestic or sexual violence, help is available: http://nomore.org/ QUOTES:"You don’t just wake up one day to get shot by your husband. There are things that you go through in your life that bring you to that." - Kimya"We have to produce more media where people can see examples of positive manhood because we take it for granted that everyone sees this." - Dr. Tartt"To be man enough means to be your authentic self, not being defined by what other people say you should be or represent as a man, but what does being a man feel like to you?" - Kimya"The most healing came from me sharing my story with other people, hearing women and men come and say, ‘Thank you for sharing that,’ and then they were able to share their stories of abuse, surviving, and men who had a part." - Kimya"Being man enough means being bigger than your pride and admitting that you need help." - Dr. Tartt"The emotional abuse usually sets the groundwork for the physical abuse to then feel normal or even deserved." - LizABOUT THE GUESTSKimya Motley is an educator, activist, and author dedicated to ending violence against women and girls. At A Call to Men, she uses her personal story to inspire change and promote healthy manhood. Her memoir, Born of Violence, gained national attention, and her work has been featured in Essence, Red Table Talks, and more. She co-produced the documentary Intentionally Erased and created violence-prevention trainings for the NFL and MLB. IG: @kimyamotley TikTok: @kimyamotley FB: KimyaNMotley Dr. Alduan Tartt is a psychologist, minister, speaker, and author, recognized as a leading expert in relationships and mental health. He has a PhD in Clinical Psychology and received the NAACP Lifetime Achievement Award for his dedication to empowering youth and families. He's a passionate advocate for redefining masculinity to include emotional expression, compassion, and strength, and he's committed to helping people build healthy, fulfilling relationships. IG: @drtartt drtartt.com YT: DRTARTT1 X: @drtartt MORE MAN ENOUGH https://manenough.com/newsletter  IG: @wearemanenough TikTok: @wearemanenough FOLLOW THE HOSTSLiz Plank IG: @feministabulous TikTok: @lizplank X: @feministabulous http://elizabethplank.com/ Jamey Heath  IG: @jamey_heath_ TikTok: @jameyheath http://jameyheath.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The hosts tackle what it means to be a provider today, discuss how men can balance financial and emotional support, and explore the evolving roles in relationships. In the spirit of the trend “Guys Under 30 Ask, Guys Over 30 Answer”, Jamey answers audience questions on self-compassion, accountability, and being present in a fast-paced world.From redefining traditional gender roles to maintaining healthy relationships with exes, this episode offers relatable insights and practical advice. Whether you're seeking self-compassion or reflecting on life's journey, Jamey and Liz provide an engaging discussion on modern masculinity and building fulfilling, balanced lives.TIMECODES:(02:58) Topic Begins: Men Under 30 Ask, Jamey (Man Over 30) Answers(04:57) @lookforrev: “What skills have you learned around self-compassion?”(09:22) @AustinCA03: "Dads who had kids relatively early, how do you maintain balance in your life while also providing for your child and spouse?"(13:58) Theo: "What are the interpersonal or relationship skills you wish you could have learned earlier and how would you have gone about learning them?"(20:37) James: How are expectations of what it means to be a provider changing when we are all struggling in this economy?(25:25) Riley: "What are the positives of getting older?"(31:06) "What can I do to help overcome the voice that's telling me to keep being miserable?"(35:49) Jamey asks Liz: "At what point does it become easier?"(39:31) "Who has been able to maintain strong and healthy relationship with their exes?"QUOTES:"I think you fall in love much more easily when you accept the person that you are trying to be in love with." - Jamey“The voice inside my head that I thought was me for 30 plus years is actually a liar. And in the moments where I feel like that voice is really loud, that's a signal to me that I need to behave differently. Because I think it's hard to change the voice, but if you are treating yourself with compassion and you're treating yourself kindly, then that voice will become less high-pitched.” - Liz“In this day and age where more and more women are being seen and valued for their contributions, as they should, have opportunities more than maybe at one time were afforded to them, I think families have to consult and discuss what providing means. It doesn't just mean financially. Does dad provide for the family emotionally, taking care of the home, watching out for the children, taking them to baseball practice or laundry and dishes?” - Jamey"I feel like friendships, relationships are built in the nothingness, in the mundane stuff, and just the normal stuff." - Jamey"I'm gonna look back at this time and think I was so young. I'm not gonna think about all the insecurities that I have right now about how aging is showing up in my body." - Liz“How we can be better in the world, how we can be better to our parents, our children, our friends, our workmates? When you are fully accountable, then you can have real forgiveness for yourself.” - Jamey“If you can see the end in the beginning, you might think that very thing that you were distressed about, knowing that that's what's going to then get you to the next stage. So I think part of the thing to make life easier is embrace where you are in this day.” - JameySUPPORT MAN ENOUGH https://manenough.com/newsletter  https://manenough.com/books  https://boyswillbehuman.com  FOLLOW THE HOSTSLiz Plank https://instagram.com/feministabulous https://tiktok.com/@lizplank https://facebook.com/feministabulous https://x.com/feministabulous http://elizabethplank.com/ Jamey Heath  https://instagram.com/jamey_heath_ https://tiktok.com/@jameyheath https://x.com/jamey_heath_ https://facebook.com/jameyjaz http://jameyheath.com/ Executive Producers: Justin Baldoni, Jamey Heath, Tarah Malhotra-Feinberg Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The hosts tackle the complex and sensitive issue of men’s violence against women, sparked by the disturbing P. Diddy video that recently emerged. They delve into the broader implications of such behavior, examining how men can hold each other accountable, how celebrity and power play in allowing this behavior, and the societal structures that perpetuate these cycles of abuse. Jamey shares a visceral reaction to seeing women be brutally mistreated (03:11), discussing the conflicting feelings of rage and the need for non-violent responses. Liz highlights the importance of listening to women and understanding their experiences without shifting the focus to male emotions (07:37). They discuss the necessity of creating safe spaces for men to seek help before resorting to violence, emphasizing proactive education for young boys to foster respect and empathy (12:27).Men are urged to consider their roles in preventing abuse and supporting victims, with a poignant reminder of the need for systemic change and personal accountability. The conversation closes with resources for those in need of support (see http://nomore.org) and a call to action for ongoing dialogue and education (27:48).TIMECODES:(01:38) P. Diddy’s violence and its broader implications (03:17) Personal reactions and emotional impact, the human impact of witnessing such violence(05:07) What do we do with these feelings? How do we hold men accountable? (06:00) The effect of aggressive male reactions on female victims they love - how to be more helpful(10:03) How power plays into men getting away with violence, men around them staying silent(12:41) Training young boys to see women as valuable, to see themselves as gentle creatures and not violent ones(13:35) Quick to condemn when we see it, but no serious consequences (Trump, Cosby, R. Kelly, Weinstein)(19:51) Why women get into violent relationships and stay - “You love the person by the time they're doing it”(23:41) The importance of videos like this spreading even though they’re horrific, and how valuable it is to talk about this(27:48) Resources for people experiencing abuse and for men that feel like they might be violent to get help before they cause harm (http://nomore.org)  QUOTES:"How do we hold each other accountable as men when we see other men do things of this nature?" - Jamey Heath"We have to train our young boys to see women, to see themselves as gentle creatures and not violent creatures." - Jamey Heath"When a woman is treated like an animal, we have to address it. We have to stop it." - Jamey Heath"We reward men who are extremely uncaring and who get to where they're at by hurting people." - Liz Plank"I went to a Trump rally for women and I asked, ‘What would you say to 7 out of 10 women have an unfavorable view of Donald Trump?’ And one woman's answer really stuck with me: "I think 7 out of 10 women have an unfavorable view of a lot of men. So I'm still going to vote for him." This idea that the bar is so low for what we expect from men in our society, that even women will want to put this person in power even though he is a violent person towards women.” - Liz Plank"It's tricky because you have someone who's in a position of power who's paying people's bills. It's your job, it's your livelihood…We should say something, but I've got a family to uphold." - Jamey HeathSUPPORT MAN ENOUGH https://manenough.com/newsletter  https://manenough.com/books  https://boyswillbehuman.com  FOLLOW THE HOSTSLiz Plank https://instagram.com/feministabulous https://tiktok.com/@lizplank https://facebook.com/feministabulous https://x.com/feministabulous http://elizabethplank.com/ Jamey Heath  https://instagram.com/jamey_heath_ https://tiktok.com/@jameyheath https://x.com/jamey_heath_ https://facebook.com/jameyjaz http://jameyheath.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

TW: discussions of depression and suicidal ideation || Spoiler Alert: Contains minor plot points from the film EZRAAward-winning actor & director Tony Goldwyn and writer & director Tony Spiridakis explore the universal truths of friendship and parenting. They offer insights into acceptance, vulnerability, and the power of authentic human connections. Spiridakis shares his heartfelt journey of raising his autistic son, which inspired him to write the film EZRA (now in theaters everywhere), directed by Goldwyn.The conversation highlights the duo's 30+ year friendship, and their shared commitment to advocacy and redefining masculinity. Goldwyn's reflection, "We all have an impulse to fit in, but true strength lies in embracing who we are," sets the tone for a discussion on overcoming societal pressures. Spiridakis candidly recounts his initial struggle with his son's diagnosis and the transformative realization, "I didn't stop until I realized it was a gift", providing a touching perspective on embracing the challenges and rewards of parenting neurodivergent children (and parenting in general).Join us for poignant stories and valuable lessons, as Tony G and Tony S inspire us to cherish genuine relationships and approach parenting with compassion and understanding. Don't miss this deeply moving and insightful conversation.ABOUT EZRA, THE FILMEZRA now in theaters from Wayfarer Studios and Closer Media, distributed by Bleecker Street, directed by Tony Goldwyn and written by Tony Spiridakis.EZRA is a heartwarming and hilarious road trip story about Max, a dad played by Bobby Cannavale, who’s learning to truly connect with his autistic son, Ezra, played by the amazing newcomer William Fitzgerald. Also starring Rose Byrne, Vera Farmiga, Whoopi Goldberg, Rainn Wilson, and Robert De Niro.See EZRA — now playing in theaters everywhere!ABOUT TONY GOLDWYN:Tony Goldwyn’s latest feature directing project, EZRA, with Bobby Cannavale and Robert DeNiro is now open in theaters. Goldwyn also has a role in the film, reuniting him with GHOST castmate Whoopi Goldberg. Additionally, he can currently be seen in the Academy Award winning Best Picture OPPENHEIMER and in the original “Law & Order” series talking over as the new DA. https://www.instagram.com/tonygoldwyn/ https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0001282/ ABOUT TONY SPIRIDAKIS:Tony Spiridakis is an award-winning screenwriter, director, producer, and actor with nearly four decades in the film and television industry. His most recent film, "Ezra," which he wrote and produced alongside director Tony Goldwyn, premiered at the Toronto International Film Festival. The comedic drama stars Bobby Cannavale, Robert De Niro, Rose Byrne and Whoopi Goldberg, and is being released theatrically by Bleecker Street nationwide in May 2024. Currently, Spiridakis is a writer and consulting producer on the MGM+ apocalyptic drama series “Earth Abides.” He is also adapting Sandy Greenberg’s acclaimed memoir, "Hello Darkness, My Old Friend" for Wayfarer Studios. Set in the early ’60s, it’s the inspirational story of a Columbia student who goes blind right before his senior year and, without letting anyone know he has lost his sight, is able to graduate.https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0819045/FOLLOW THE HOSTSLiz Plank https://instagram.com/feministabulous https://tiktok.com/@lizplank https://facebook.com/feministabulous https://x.com/feministabulous http://elizabethplank.com/ Jamey Heath  https://instagram.com/jamey_heath_ https://tiktok.com/@jameyheath https://x.com/jamey_heath_ https://facebook.com/jameyjaz http://jameyheath.com/ Tags: #Masculinity #Men #ManEnough #EZRAFilm #autism #parenting #fatherhood #neurodivergence  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Renowned dating coach Matthew Hussey discusses modern dating, emphasizing genuine connections over superficiality. Topics include prioritizing friendship in relationships, debating standards in dating, and the importance of personal happiness. The podcast offers valuable insights for navigating modern relationships and cultivating meaningful connections.

Drake Bell, a renowned actor and musician, opens up about his journey of healing from past abuse. He shares the impact of trauma on his relationships, including family and past partners. The conversation delves into the necessity of accountability and trust, highlighting feelings of betrayal within the entertainment industry. Co-hosts Justin Baldoni and Liz Plank discuss navigating vulnerability and the transformative power of honesty. Overall, Drake’s candidness illuminates a path for healing, offering hope to those striving for forgiveness and self-discovery.

Do you feel your age? At what point did we decide that aging isn't beautiful?In this special episode of the Man Enough Podcast, Jamey and Liz explore the profound truths about aging and mortality. Jamey shares a recent chilling plane experience that made him face his own mortality, leading to a broader discussion on life's fragility. Our hosts also delve into the deep-seated societal norms and stigmas that shadow our journey into older age, dissecting the role of patriarchal structures in shaping these perceptions, including a candid conversation about the increasing normalization of Botox. From embracing the raw beauty of getting older to the unending pursuit of personal growth and understanding, this episode is an invitation to reflect on our own attitudes towards aging and the critical importance of living each day with gratitude and bravery.Timecodes: (00:00) Liz and Jamey are back (3:28) Do you feel your age? (6:36) Jamey’s plane experience encountering his own mortality  (14:00) Feeling the age you are supposed to be (15:15) Getting botox(18:00) Societal pressure when aging for women VS men (25:00) Liz’ recent challenges(33:00) The ways younger generations are impacted by social media Quotes:"The younger that I look, then I'm farther away from that island that eventually is my demise or my birth, depending on how you look at it." Jamey "I think that it's a luxury and it's a privilege, but I don't feel the age that I'm supposed to be. Like I feel like I have this millennial imposter syndrome that a lot of people in my generation have where-- You don't feel the age you're supposed to be." Liz "When did that happen? Has that always been the case? Are our kids nowadays going like, 'I don't wanna look older because then I lose my value?" Jamey "We wanna hold on to our youth. I understand we wanna look good and all that stuff. At what point did we determine that getting older is not beautiful?" Jamey Liz Plankhttps://instagram.com/feministabuloushttps://tiktok.com/@lizplankhttps://facebook.com/feministabuloushttps://twitter.com/feministabuloushttp://www.elizabethplank.com/Jamey Heath https://instagram.com/jamey_heath_https://tiktok.com/@jameyheathhttps://twitter.com/jamey_heath_https://facebook.com/jameyjazhttp://www.jameyheath.com/Hashtags: #ManEnoughPodcast #Aging #Mortality #LifeFragility #SocietalNorms #Patriarchy #PersonalGrowth#Masculinity #SelfAcceptance Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices