The Manzilla Men's Podcast

Hello! Been a while, sorry!… super thrilled to have Andrew from the Traitors on as a guest for this week’s show on post traumatic growth, and finding resilience. Andrew’s story is one of a tough upbringing, involving a life altering accident which came to define him into being the man he is today. A near-death car crash put his life in jeopardy - and he has worked tirelessly to become the man and brand that he is today. The Traitors on BBC One in 2024 showed what a class act he is, but it’s just the beginning of what Andrew is achieving. In this show, you’ll hear : Andrew’s experience with near death from a car crash and how he rebuilt his life proving everyone wrong. how the Traitors helped him showcase his true self why identity as men is so important to us never chase what others are up torelationships between father and son, and why it’s important to tell them you love them why you should always check in on people but never hassle them do you want to talk about it or forget about it… some amazing life advice Finding purpose and resilience after life's toughest challenges is something we will all have to do in our lives. Join us as we explore personal stories of recovery, the psychology behind healing from trauma, and how adversity can lead to transformation. Whether you're overcoming past struggles or want to understand the power of growth after trauma, this podcast is your guide to finding strength and meaning beyond hardship.You can learn more on Andrew here: https://www.instagram.com/andrewjenkinsofficialFeel free to follow @manzillaonline on all socials, subscribe to the podcast and to visit the website www.man-zilla.com  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome. Functional mushrooms. Do you know your Lion's Mane from your Chaga! The boom in sales of mushroom products has led to many claims for their wellbeing and curative properties... Dirtea are at the forefront of that, and their founder, Simon Salter was kind enough to chat to Gavin about how they got started, and what mushrooms could do for us. In this episode, they discuss: -How Dirtea was founded-thee research and science behind mushrooms -the types of mushroom and the tea -thoughts and developments in the wellness space-how can functional mushrooms help men live a better lifeIn this podcast, we explore how these superfoods can boost your mental clarity, energy levels, and overall well-being. From enhancing focus to reducing stress, learn how incorporating mushrooms like lion’s mane, reishi, and chaga into your routine can help you perform at your best, both on and off the clock. Listen to unlock the natural benefits of these potent fungi and elevate your health game.More on Dirtea here - https://www.dirteaworld.com/ More background reading here : https://www.theguardian.com/science/2023/oct/29/functional-funghi-can-medicinal-mushrooms-really-improve-peoples-healthResearch and use with the best practice and with healthcare advice as needed. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Many of us work shifts - early starts, late finishes, crazy o’clock can be the way of the norm. As I write this I’ve barely had any sleep! So how crucial is it that we alter our bodies and brains accordingly. *sorry for the delay in getting new episodes out all!*In this episode of Manzilla, Gavin speaks to online personality and former police officer Grace Cowan, who is known on socials as the Shift Worker Coach. It’s a practical episode, where they discuss the importance of sleep, nutrition, hydration, mentality and mindsets needed to succeed and thrive in anti-social life. Have you worked shifts before? And if so how did you cope? Are you still working shifts now? In this show : Why Grace started as a shift worker coach What life was like as a police officer on the beat Nutritional pitfalls of shift work When and what to eat Tips and pointer to cope mentally Why coaching could help youStress and it’s impact on your body and how you can cope Magic bullets to help people succeedMore on Grace and her coaching here : https://theshiftworkerscoach.co.uk/Feel free to follow @manzillaonline on all socials, subscribe to the podcast and to visit the website www.man-zilla.com  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Numan - you might have seen them on TV adverts, magazines on the train or tube advertising. But what’s the ethos behind the brand all about digitising and normalising men’s health taboos? In this episode, Gavin talks to founder and creator of Numan, Sokratis Papafloratos, about how his vision and personal health journey with men’s health led him to discover this massive gap in the men’s health care market. The BIG aspects to their growth - talking about erectile dysfunction, male pattern baldness and possibly the biggest silent killer which begins when men are under 45… heath disease.Would disclosing your digital health anonymously lead to getting checked out more openly?In this show : How Numan began and why it was needed 1:43Who does Numan speak to and the research 4:35One man’s inhibition when it comes to s3x 5:43 Biggest silent killers in men 8:10Erectile dysfunction is an early warning system 11:10 Should you worry about baldness? 12:34Relationship between medical industry and distribution 15:10More on Numan - 20% off! - https://www.numan.com/subscribe?pc=ppc-brand-20x3&utm_source=google&utm_medium=search&utm_term=numan&gclid=EAIaIQobChMI-8er3emogQMVFevtCh3ngA2-EAAYASAAEgLc3fD_BwEMore on Sokratis - https://www.linkedin.com/in/sokratispapafloratos https://instagram.com/papafloratosThank you for your time!… Would love your feedback - please share on the podcast provider you’re listening on - and do check out Manzilla on Instagram, Youtube and Tiktok!… All links here : man-zilla.com  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

True confidence is something so few of us can say we have. Our emotions and how we control them are directly related to how ‘good’ we feel inside and about ourselves. Nikki Evans is a coach and found of the Mind Health School, and she coaches men to find their inner voice, and what drives them, in order to display confidence. But what is this confidence, and how does it manifest… it’s different for everyone. You’ll hear: How to find purpose through needs 2:05Why men just need an invitation to open up 5:07The quality of your relationships as a man 6:47Rating your emotions and why this is important 8:00 Relationships are the problem! 9:02Troublesome childhoods are the best clients 10:30 Where does true confidence come from 12:15More on Nikki’s Mind Health School here : https://www.mindhealthschool.com/about/ and Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/nikkiofficiallyThank you for your time!… Would love your feedback - please share on the podcast provider you’re listening on - and do check out Manzilla on Instagram, Youtube and Tiktok!… All links here : man-zilla.com  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week’s midweek Manzilla podcast is all about spotting the signs of the menopause, and the andropause! The menopause should not be feared, at all, but as men it would really help if we can learn about the signs. It could explain why our partners are off with us for no apparent reason! Hormones, sex drive, appetite, mood swings. You name it.Menopause education expert Dee Murray speaks to Gavin to give us a guide as to why and when the menopause happens, and how you can help. Also, for us men, the andropause is a similar thing. It’s where our testosterone levels gradually - and we lose interest in the stuff we used to love (you get me!!)… You’ll hear: The history of the menopause and why it happens 3:00 What to look in case you think your partner has it 4:20The stigma around it towards women, and why men need to de-stigmatise it 6:10S3x drive and it’s affected for men and women 8:20Andropause 9:30How the hormones are linked between men and women 12:50Dee is founder of a group called Menopause experts. More on their work is here. https://menopauseexperts.com/about-menopause-experts-group/https://www.instagram.com/menopauseexperts/Thank you for your time!… Would love your feedback - please share on the podcast provider you’re listening on - and do check out Manzilla on Instagram, Youtube and Tiktok!… All links here : man-zilla.com  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week’s Manzilla Mens’s Podcast is all about what it takes to build, develop and hone our emotions - and making us resilient to the fallout when things happen to us. How do we control what we’re thinking and feeling. Are men more emotionally disconnected now than ever before? In this episode, Gavin speaks to emotional resilience expert, coach and author Alex Holmes, who discusses his journey through therapy and discovery to share his journey .... and man myths!... exposing the faultlines behind them. You’ll hear: 2:47 The path to resilience 7:16 How the triggers occurred for Alex to learn more about emotions 9:29 Are men more emotionally disconnected12:48 Real man myths and how they affect masculinity 20:30 The relationship between emotionality and mental health More Alex - https://alexholmes.co https://www.instagram.com/byalexholmes/Thank you for your time!… Would love your feedback - please share on the podcast provider you’re listening on - and do check out Manzilla on Instagram, Youtube and Tiktok!… All links here : man-zilla.com  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week’s midweek Manzilla is all about caring for your teeth. Evidence shows we men are shocking when it comes to our dental health. And let’s be honest, going to the dentist is not a nice vibe, but hear it from the experts here - there are key ways to look after and preserve your teeth, and continue to eat what you want.Dr Sahil Patel is a cosmetic and aesthetic dentist, who’s been doing procedures, routine and complex for years. In this chat with Gavin, he outline why it’s so important we all take good care of our teeth, not just to look good, but serve us chewing long into our 70’s pain free!… You’ll hear: 2:30 why is there a fear of the dentist4:25 do men have more problems with their teeth… YES!6:30 how long do our teeth actually last?9:30 getting your teeth done abroad… and how do you know if you need anything done?13:00 what are the best ways to brush 16:00 which toothpaste you should chooseEnjoy - and thank you for listening as we return to more regular shows again after a bit of break! More on Dr Sahil - https://sahilpatel.co.uk https://www.instagram.com/drsahilpatel  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Midweek Manzilla podcast! This week’s show is with sleep and longevity expert Ralph Montague, who has a book called Stop! Waking Up Tired. A fun and fascinating text which details simple and easy to understand tips for better sleep.He talks to Gavin about the key to good basic productivity, and ultimately mental health is getting more productive and stronger sleep.This is a midweek boost to your podcast diet for all things men’s health, mindset, mental issues and psychology related for us to men to take ideas and inspiration from. You’ll hear: how partying non-stop was the root cause of Ralph’s sleep journey 1:52how to boost you levels of energy 3:10tips to drift off 5:30should you go to bed or stay up that little bit later? 7.56why it’s so important for men in their late 30’s / early 40’s to get the right sleep 9.50it’s all about how you feel ABOUT yourself for better sleep 12:20Enjoy - and thank you for listening as we return to more regular shows again after a bit of break! www.man-zilla.com More on Ralph here - https://thelongevityclinic.co.uk/about/And Ralph’s book to buy - https://www.amazon.co.uk/STOP-Waking-Up-Tired-Beginners-ebook/dp/B0BTMZ23W2 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome back - we've been on a break but return for Midweek Manzilla, which serves a midweek boost to your podcast diet for all things men’s health, mindset, mental issues and psychology related for us to men to take ideas and inspiration from. This week, Gavin is joined by the incredible NFL coach and commentator for Sky Sports Phoebe Schecter, along with co-host Cici Coleman. In this show, we learn how Phoebe fought to become one of the coaches with one of the leading NFL sides the Buffalo Bills, and what it’s like being a successful woman in a typical man’s world. You’ll hear: - experiences of American football as the only female in the locker room - the idea of ‘woman-shaming’  - how phoebe fought her corner and succeeded? - do men still have much to learn when it comes to strong, powerful, knowledgable, safe females in their spare?- sympathetic towards feminism? - top motivational tips out there, for any men struggling to adapt to changes, and perhaps more women doing what they’re used to doing, and doing it better Enjoy - and thank you for listening as we return to more regular shows again after a bit of break! More on Phoebe here. https://www.instagram.com/phoebe_schecter/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Hello there folks. Want a fast track way to help get rid of your baggage, demons and stresses from the past? Well this is certainly one way to help that. Alan Dolan, ‘the Breath Guru’ is one of the world’s leading breathwork practitioners. He was early adopter, and has inspired many meditation and spiritual influencers around the world (including Russell Brand) into his way of feeding the soul. Combined with other holistic and psychotherapeutic methods this could really turbocharge your focus, resolve and mindset for 2022. In this Manzilla Podcast episode, Gavin talks to Alan on : How the breathwork journey began and how simple it isIs it a type of fitness Why it’s a so-called ‘miracle cure’ for some Scepticism around breathwork How breathwork is directly linked to de-stressing and re-balancing Please let us know what you think in the comments guys. You can catch more articles, ideas and inspiration from Manzilla, a brand new mens identity platform on @manzillaonline, and www.manzillaonline.com (coming soon)Get more on Alan and his retreats / methods or breathwork here - http://www.breathguru.com Thanks for listening, please subscribe to Manzilla and leave us a brilliant review, hit the max stars for the rating etc! Have a great day. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This is a Manzilla podcast documentary show to mark 2021 International Men’s Day - the theme being to improve better relations between men and women. This documentary explores ideas and solutions around what MEN can do, should do, and must do to improve women’s safety. We saw and heard harrowing details of the murder of Sarah Everard - and the killing of Sabina Nessa… the vast vast majority of these despicable and heinous acts are committed or facilitated by men. According to the Research for the Femicide Census - across the UK - 1,425 women were killed by men in the 10 years to 2018. They report most people found guilty of violent crimes against women are men. So what can we as guys do to step up, not feel blamed and take assertive action? This show could trigger hard emotions, to do with : Rape AbductionSexual harassment Stalking Lewd behaviour Details of murderAswell as: Education around masculinity and the patriarchy Toxic male behaviour Lad culture Relations around gender politics and chauvinism. The aim of the show is promote and open safe discussion where each person can come to it fresh and hopefully get some insight from the powerful speakers below… Jamie Klingler - the co-founder of Reclaim these Streets … the group set up after the murder of Sarah Everard, and for remembrance of all women lost to violence … they campaign for action to ensure no woman has to be asked ’text me when you get home’ again… https://twitter.com/ReclaimTS  Flora Henry - who is a journalist and writer, and talks openly about what it’s like when you’re harassed and the extent young women go to protect themselves. https://www.instagram.com/_floraharriet Ben Bidwell - who is known as the Naked Professor online and is a men’s mindset and masculinity expert …we talk all things on how men need to think about this issue… https://www.instagram.com/thenakedprofessor And Jess Phillips - Labour MP for Birmingham Yardley… Jess has done fantastic work in raising awareness for women’s safety for over a decade - and is one of THE strongest voices out there on the state of play, what needs to happen and how we need to start thinking about this more urgently now than ever. https://www.instagram.com/jessphillipsmp You can catch more articles, ideas and inspiration from Manzilla, a brand new mens identity platform on @manzillaonline, and www.manzillaonline.com (coming soon)Thanks for listening, please subscribe to Manzilla and leave us a brilliant review, hit the max stars for the rating etc! Have a great day. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Social media’s latest and biggest darling on the block is Tik Tok, the short form video app featuring all sorts - from skits, comedy videos, lip syncs, info and fun zany edits. If you want to get on there, where do you start, and how do you find the inspiration? In this Manzilla Podcast episode, Gavin is joined by Cici Coleman to chat with Meggie Foster, who has a huge following on Tik Tok, Instagram and Twitter - to find her insights into how she got famous on there, and what principles you can apply to your own social pages. In this show you will hear: how to get discovered on social mediausing your own strengths to grow a following the pitfalls of social media what the benefits are how to make a noise onlinewhether online video is for you, and how you can harness it More on Meggie here - https://www.tiktok.com/@meggiefoster You can catch more articles, ideas and inspiration from Manzilla, a brand new mens identity platform on @manzillaonline, and www.manzillaonline.com (coming soon)Thanks for listening, please subscribe to Manzilla and leave us a brilliant review, hit the max stars for the rating etc! Have a great day. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

As men we often hold onto deep, traumatic experiences from our past. Sometimes we internalise too much, and then that trauma can add up over time, sucking the life potential out of us as men. In this episode of the Manzilla Men’s Podcast, Gavin catches up with men’s trauma, emotional and freedom coach Rick William, about how men can learn and unlearn the good and the bad - and impact this has on psyche. This episode could prompt some deep thinking and connection with your purpose on this planet. Know that you are on the right path, and the hard parts of healing are the first steps. In this show you will hear: finding your purpose is long-led thing that doesn’t come overnight how to engage a heart-centred approach to life and feelings to improve what learning and unlearning actually means how to find your powerthe art of surrender and letting go of BSwhy the ego actually has your best interests for youthe process of releasing trauma and how to ease denial More on Rick here - https://www.instagram.com/iamrickwilliam/ https://rickwilliam.com/contact/ You can catch more articles, ideas and inspiration from Manzilla, a brand new mens identity platform on @manzillaonline, and www.manzillaonline.com (coming soon)Thanks for listening, please subscribe to Manzilla and leave us a brilliant review, hit the max stars for the rating etc! Have a great day. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

There are simple, easy to implement methods in everyday life which go unseen, unappreciated and untapped. These biohacks are all around us - and they can improve our vision, alertness, resting state, internal and gut health, brain health, physical fitness and overall mental health. In this episode of the Manzilla podcast, Gavin meets Tim Gray - @timbiohacker on Instagram - to hear how he transformed himself into a burnt out thirty something, to someone who feels 20 years younger through simple innovative concepts which he has studied in-depth and implemented as part of his daily regime. He now produces one of the world’s leading health summits each year. The delayed Health Optimisation Summit 2021 is scheduled for 18th Sept, featuring Tim alongside the world’s top biohackers. You will hear : ideas, methods and inspiration towards gaining a healthier and more advanced lifestyle. How Tim turned his life around through biohacking What biohacking and health optimisation is, and how it applies to youThe easiest things to biohackHacks to improve your sleep and digestion Passion about health and newer ways of looking after yourself. ** Do take extra care and attention to your body and mental state when considering any biohacks. More from Tim here : https://www.instagram.com/timbiohackerhttps://summit.healthoptimisation.com/page/1453400/meet-upYou can catch more articles, ideas and inspiration from Manzilla, a brand new mens identity platform on @manzillaonline, and www.manzillaonline.com (coming soon)Thanks for listening, please subscribe to Manzilla and leave us a brilliant review, hit the max stars for the rating etc! Have a great day Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Our brains are everything to us. They control our thoughts, actions, habits and personalities. It’s why we HAVE to look after our brain care, just as we have to look after other aspects of our health. Brain care effectively is our mental health. In this episode, Gavin talks too Dan Murray-Serter, entrepreneur and brain care advocate - who founded the company Heights - a nutritional, healthcare and informational brand that provides solutions for people who want to look after their brains and psyche. Dan also hosts the podcast Secret Leaders, about tips and advices for business people. And has a podcast with Heights called ‘The Braincare Podcast’. In this episode, you’ll learn Simple and strong entrepreneurial lessons from Dan’s top people Brains and their function towards overall health How you can get the most out of your brain How brain care and mental health are related Forming positive habits with positive brain care Best practices for looking after your mental and brain health from a scientific and practical perspective. More on Dan and Heights here - https://www.yourheights.com https://www.linkedin.com/in/danmurrayserter You can catch more articles, ideas and inspiration from Manzilla, a brand new mens identity platform on @manzillaonline, and www.manzillaonline.com (coming soon)Thanks for listening, please subscribe to Manzilla and leave us a brilliant review, hit the max stars for the rating etc! Have a great day.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Our mental health has been battered like never before during this pandemic. For those of us able to work and go back to work, what are the best ways to cope - and for so many out of a job, what are the best practices to get back on your feet fast? In this week’s Manzilla Podcast, Gavin is joined by co-host Cici Coleman of C4’s First Dates to talk to TV workplace psychologist Noel McDermott. Noel has first class experience in psychotherapy, in helping people to get over mental health issues, and adapting to change and new ways of working. *A warning, there is some talk of male suicide in this show, so please do be aware it could be triggering* … In this episode, you can hear about : how to adjust to the new normal while protecting your mental health simple practical techniques to deal with mass fallout when to seek therapy why you might need therapy how to feel confident to seek help knowing the signs of feeling out of your comfort zone a secret which helps protect your mental wellbeing.. it’s about diversity! More on Noel and his work here - https://www.noelmcdermott.net/about-noel/ You can catch more articles, ideas and inspiration from Manzilla, a brand new mens identity platform on @manzillaonline, and www.manzillaonline.com (coming soon)Thanks for listening, please subscribe to Manzilla and leave us a brilliant review, hit the max stars for the rating etc! Have a great day.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Hello! Dating for men over the ages has been WEIRD!… Could it explain why it’s still so troublesome today? In this episode, Gavin meets Nichi Hodgson. She’s a journalist, author, dating and sex writer, and former dominatrix - who has done extensive work on the history of dating since the evolution of man. In this episode, you can hear about : What is was like being a dominatrix!Old school dating rules compared to today Victorians and their attitude to sex!Chivalry and how it has shaped today’s behaviourMen and the porn the generation Women’s role in porn Attachment theories towards styles of dating Would love to know what you think, please do feel free to leave any feedback or comments in the section below! More on Nichi’s work - http://nichihodgson.com The Curious History of Dating - https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B01HBL2SIM/ref=dp-kindle-redirect?_encoding=UTF8&btkr=1 Nichi’s Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/nichihodgson/?hl=en You can catch more articles, ideas and inspiration from Manzilla, a brand new mens identity platform on @manzillaonline, and www.manzillaonline.com (coming soon)Thanks for listening, please subscribe to Manzilla and leave us a brilliant review, hit the max stars for the rating etc! Have a great day.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Merry Xmas all. In this short festive clip, Gavin (@gavinrofficial) gives his take on why men need to talk more this Christmas. The pandemic has affected us in so many ways - mental health has taken a battering, the more we bottle things up, the more harm it WILL cause in the long term, either to ourselves or our loved ones. Thanks for listening this year, more good things to come (in general!) for 2021! Best wishes, have a Happy New Year. You can catch more articles, ideas and inspiration from Manzilla, a brand new mens identity platform on @manzillaonline, and www.manzillaonline.com (coming soon)Please subscribe to Manzilla and leave us a brilliant review, hit the max stars for the rating etc! Have a great day.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Hello! If you’re one of those types that runs yourself into the ground trying to get everything done then I hope you find this episode useful. Mark Whittle is the founder of self-development brand Take Flight, which is also a successful podcast. On making his passion become a reality, Mark talks to Gavin Ramjaun (@gavinrofficial) of the Manzilla Podcast how doing too much almost had catastrophic consequences. There is inspiration to be found here if you want some reassurance that you don’t have to do it all at once. Mark’s Take Flight series is here, they recently did their 100th episode - https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/take-flight/id1339336927You can catch more articles, ideas and inspiration from Manzilla, a brand new mens identity platform on @manzillaonline, and www.manzillaonline.com (coming soon)Thanks for listening, please subscribe to Manzilla and leave us a brilliant review, hit the max stars for the rating etc! Have a great day.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.