how do you define masculinity?
The Vulnerable Man podcast, hosted by Christopher Veal, is an ongoing examination of what it means to be a man, and how we as men want to define masculinity and manhood in the 21st century.
My goal is quite simple: to destigmatize the word vulnerability for men so that they can better connect with themselves and the people in their world.
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leaning into vulnerability strengthens us and creates more connection with the people in our world.
recent episodes
5.18.26
russell kimura
Russell is a husband, a father, and the founder of the non-profit organization Fathers With Daughters.
We discuss how vulnerability shows up in his marriage, his being a role model for his daughters, what inspired him to create his non-profit organization, and the idea of presence over perfection.
5.4.26
chris tompkins
Chris is an author and speaker, a California transplant, and a therapist that specializes in working with gay men around identity, masculinity, shame, and religious trauma.
Our conversation wanders through what drew him to a career in therapy, navigating shame, the false feminine and the false masculine, and his next book.
4.20.26
andy grant
Andy is an author, a suicide attempt survivor, and host of the Real Men Feel podcast.
We talk about his journey with depression and suicide attempts, the moment he chose to accept help, the power of journaling, what drew him to start his podcast, and emotions.