The Top 10 Podcasts For Guys (Unless You Enjoy Being Alone!)
Listen Up, Because Love Isn’t Enough If You’re Still Emotionally Twelve
Let’s be real: your brain’s a cluttered attic of unresolved low key traumas and cognitive errors, your emotional intelligence peaked somewhere between puberty and your last rage-scroll session, and your relationships are—let’s just say—not thriving.
You’re not alone.
Whether you’re wildly successful but quietly miserable, trying to stop tanking your relationship (again), or just wondering why yelling “I’m fine!” hasn’t fixed anything, you need new tools. And no, we’re not talking about a grill brush or crypto tips.
We mean real tools for the emotional side of life — because that’s where most of us were left woefully unequipped.
Good news: these 10 podcasts were made for men like you. Men who are tired of the old rules. Men who know something needs to change — and are (maybe, sort of, kind of) ready to do the work.
Start with #1. Then keep going. Trust us, your partner, your friends, and yes — your future self — will thank you.
#1. The Evolved Caveman Podcast with Dr. John Schinnerer
Tagline: For men who want to stop emotionally dry-heaving every time someone says “vulnerability.”
If you listen to only one podcast, make it this one. Dr. John combines actual science, modern psychology, and the soul of a stand-up comic to help men evolve past outdated BS and into more connected, purpose-driven lives. He tackles everything from anger and emotional regulation to purpose, masculinity, and how not to destroy your relationship with emotional laziness.
This isn’t “sensitive guy” fluff. It’s direct, powerful, and often hilarious.
Listen if: You’re ready to stop being your own worst enemy.
Avoid if: You think “emotional growth” is a feminist plot.
#2. The Art of Manliness with Brett McKay
Tagline: Because opening a door for someone doesn’t make you weak — just polite.
Brett McKay mixes timeless wisdom (like stoicism and grit) with practical stuff, like how to be a decent human in the 21st century. It’s part history class, part masculinity rebrand — minus the gym bro swagger.
Great for: Men who want depth and know how to sharpen a knife.
Bonus: No toxic alpha nonsense.
#3. ManTalks with Connor Beaton
Tagline: Unpacking your sh\t with someone who’s already unpacked his.
Connor Beaton is what happens when a former opera singer goes on a deep healing journey and decides to help other men do the same. Think “shadow work,” not spreadsheets. If you’re ready to hear hard truths delivered with honesty and heart — this one hits.
Expect: No BS. No ego. Just real talk.
#4. The School of Greatness with Lewis Howes
Tagline: Motivation porn that occasionally gets profound.
Lewis Howes brings on everyone from brain scientists to monks. Some episodes are pump-you-up fluff, others are quietly transformative. Skip the ones that feel like a self-help smoothie and dig into the deeper convos.
Perfect for: Personal growth with a side of six-pack abs.
#5. The Dad Edge Podcast with Larry Hagner
Tagline: Because yelling “I’m doing my best!” at your kid doesn’t count as good parenting.
If you’re a dad, you need this one. Larry Hagner serves up practical tools for navigating fatherhood, partnership, and the daily chaos of family life — all without turning you into a human doormat or emotionally numb zombie.
Best for: Dads who want to raise kids who don’t need therapy because of them.
#6. Order of Man with Ryan Michler
Tagline: Be a protector, provider, presider… and maybe go to therapy, too.
Ryan Michler speaks the language of traditional masculinity — but with an evolved twist. Leadership, discipline, and doing hard things with emotional intelligence. He might ruffle some feathers, but he’s pushing men to lead with integrity, not ego.
Caution: Not for the emotionally delicate. Proceed with open ears.
#7. The Modern Man Podcast
Tagline: Not just about better grooming — it’s about better everything.
A crew of men who’ve done their own work — and want you to do yours. They cover mental health, career, relationships, and why repressing your feelings doesn’t actually make you strong.
Strong recommend for: Men entering their “Wait… maybe I am the common denominator” phase.
#8. The Unbeatable Mind Podcast with Mark Divine
Tagline: Navy SEAL wisdom for men who don’t want to fold under pressure (again).
Mark Divine blends warrior mindset with mindfulness, emotional control, and actual purpose. It’s like being coached by a zen samurai who could also crush you with his pinky.
Warning: May cause sudden life reevaluation.
#9. Ten Percent Happier with Dan Harris
Tagline: Meditation for skeptics, smartasses, and high-functioning basket cases.
If you’ve ever said, “I can’t meditate,” this podcast is for you. Dan Harris keeps it funny, skeptical, and human while diving into what it actually means to be less reactive, more present, and slightly less of an ass.
Great for: Anyone whose brain sounds like a Twitter feed at 2 a.m.
#10. The Rich Roll Podcast
Tagline: Deep dives for deep thinkers… or people who forgot what small talk is.
Rich Roll is what happens when a burnout becomes a spiritual seeker with an insanely good Rolodex. The convos are long, soulful, and sometimes exactly what you didn’t know you needed.
Listen during: Solo hikes, sleepless nights, or personal crises.
Final Thoughts: Emotional Literacy Is the New Six-Pack
Here’s the deal: You can keep ignoring your emotional growth until it wrecks your relationship, alienates your kids, and leaves you wondering why success feels so damn empty.
Or you can do something different.
Start with a podcast. Learn to listen better — to others, and yourself.
Start with The Evolved Caveman.
Then go from there.
Because love — real love — isn’t enough if you’re not doing the work.
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