Breaking Free Podcast

What does it actually mean to become a man?In this episode of The Breaking Free Podcast, I sit down with Harley Gonzalez for a raw conversation about men’s mental health, relationships, sexuality, emotional intelligence and personal growth.We dive into the sexual shame many young men carry, the lack of meaningful initiation into puberty and adulthood, and what happens when boys are expected to figure out manhood entirely on their own. Harley and I also unpack the difference between falling in love and consciously choosing to love someone, the challenges of opening your heart after heartbreak, and why emotional intelligence is so important for healthy relationships.Harley opens up about rebuilding his relationship with his son and his journey of personal growth, while I share his own experience of meeting his partner Britt through a series of seemingly unlikely coincidences.The conversation goes deeper into masculine and feminine dynamics, hypergamy, manifestation, presence, emotional processing and what men can do to become more grounded, self-aware and emotionally capable.A conversation about what it means to grow up, open your heart, take responsibility and become the man you were meant to be.Thank you for listening and watching wherever in the world you are.. PRE ORDER YOUR COPY OF BREAKING FREE: A TEENS & YOUNG ADULTS GUIDE TO IDENTIFYING THEIR ADDICTIONS & OVERCOMING THEM RIGHT HERE: https://bit.ly/46cVR3uJOIN THE Stoic Rebellion Brotherhood: https://www.facebook.com/groups/3722365171377579Part One AUDIO:  https://open.spotify.com/episode/0J4MUtfDcXswWvewCOihUd?si=8b7a98287b6c46f8VIDEO: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=L2hk023MIBI&t=1060sPart II AUDIO: https://open.spotify.com/episode/4PUMye0aWJZ2r7ysI25iQl?si=15388a016a1849f2VIDEO: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=02XYUpc-4v0Jump on BonCharge and grab yourself some protection  from wifi, 5G, blue/red light and so much more…At the Checkout Use Code “Nath22” to receive 15% offRight here: https://www.boncharge.com/?rfsn=7434501.689abcConect With Harley Gonzalez:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/harlztalks/Connect With Me (Nathan Francis Coach/Mentor) Substack: https://substack.com/@nathanfrancisFacebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/OSS.Health.MindPersonal Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nath.francis69Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@nathanfrancis222?_t=8iKxXw8R2ee&_r=1Telegram: https://t.me/nathf94  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nathanfrancis__/Email me anytime: [email protected] Breaking Free Podcast Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1fHxmfbFZwyZPIcOrjw3Hf?si=q42PtUR4Qeu8SvUuWDMrpwApple: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/breaking-free-podcast/id1657951151Youtube: https://youtube.com/@nathanfrancis__?si=df69YA7zK-CUeG8-   🎙️ Thanks for tuning in to the Breaking Free Podcast — where we dive deep into men’s health, mindset, personal freedom, and the inner work it takes to live life on your terms.👊 Ready to break free from the patterns holding you back?Connect with me for 1:1 coaching, tools, and content designed to help you unlock your potential and lead with strength, purpose, and clarity.🔗 Follow and connect:Instagram: @nathanfrancis__ 💥 Subscribe, leave a review, and share this episode with someone who needs to hear it. Let’s build a generation of grounded, powerful men—one conversation at a time.

What happens when you stop following the script society handed you? In this episode of The Breaking Free Podcast, I sit down with QuantiMama Jodi for a wide-ranging conversation about relationships, parenting, birth, homeschooling, personal growth and what it really means to live intentionally. Jodi shares lessons from her work in birth education and homeschooling, along with personal experiences from marriage and parenting. They unpack how societal expectations can quietly shape the way we approach relationships, family and even our definition of a “successful” life. The conversation explores radical self-responsibility, conscious parenting, empowered birth, gratitude, presence, nature, modern relationships, AI, writing books and breaking free from the conditioning that keeps us disconnected from ourselves and each other. A raw conversation about taking responsibility, questioning the script and creating a life that actually aligns with your values. If you're questioning the way you've been told you're supposed to live, this episode is for you. Thank you for listening and watching wherever in the world you are.  Jump on BonCharge and grab yourself some protection  from wifi, 5G, blue/red light and so much more… At the Checkout Use Code “Nath22” to receive 15% off Right here: https://www.boncharge.com/?rfsn=7434501.689abc Part One Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XkgaGuC5iyE Part One Audio: https://open.spotify.com/episode/0tc7Ykrzv2ejhjvm0co3LU?si=4dcd3ff6bd494cdb Connect With Jodi (Quanti Mama): Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/quantimama/ Website: https://quantimama.com Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/@quantimama6644 Birth Resources: https://quantimama.com/product-category/birth-resources/ Connect With Me (Nathan Francis Coach/Mentor)  Substack: https://substack.com/@nathanfrancis Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/OSS.Health.Mind Personal Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nath.francis69 Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@nathanfrancis222?_t=8iKxXw8R2ee&_r=1 Telegram: https://t.me/nathf94   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nathanfrancis__/ Email me anytime: [email protected] The Breaking Free Podcast  Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1fHxmfbFZwyZPIcOrjw3Hf?si=q42PtUR4Qeu8SvUuWDMrpw Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/breaking-free-podcast/id1657951151 Youtube: https://youtube.com/@nathanfrancis__?si=df69YA7zK-CUeG8-     🎙️ Thanks for tuning in to the Breaking Free Podcast — where we dive deep into men’s health, mindset, personal freedom, and the inner work it takes to live life on your terms.👊 Ready to break free from the patterns holding you back?Connect with me for 1:1 coaching, tools, and content designed to help you unlock your potential and lead with strength, purpose, and clarity.🔗 Follow and connect:Instagram: @nathanfrancis__ 💥 Subscribe, leave a review, and share this episode with someone who needs to hear it. Let’s build a generation of grounded, powerful men—one conversation at a time.

What happens when the honeymoon phase ends and the real work begins? In this special collaborative episode of The Breaking Free Podcast, I sit down with Shannon Harrison, host of The Womanhood Podcast, for a deeply personal conversation about love, relationships, self-development and what it actually takes to build a lasting partnership. Shannon and I open up about their own relationship journeys from early dating experiences and synchronicities to long-term partnership, commitment, living together and navigating the uncomfortable moments that force us to grow. I share my journey into my relationship with Britt, including how personal development, unexpected guidance and synchronicities played a role in bringing them together. Shannon shares her own story with Elliot, including the importance of friendship, personal growth and consciously choosing commitment. Together, we explore the realities of conscious relationships  including emotional triggers, inner-child patterns, vulnerability, communication, patience and learning to understand your partner's emotional language. We also dive into how differences in emotional needs and the menstrual cycle can impact relationships, and why understanding rather than reacting can completely change the dynamic between two people. This conversation is about what happens when two people are willing to look at themselves, communicate honestly and grow together. Thank you for listening and watching wherever in the world you are!  Jump on BonCharge and grab yourself some protection  from wifi, 5G, blue/red light and so much more… At the Checkout Use Code “Nath22” to receive 15% off Part One Audio: https://open.spotify.com/episode/1KAOQoYjKtB6CmuMnFF4ra?si=28c4aee64a8b48bb Part One Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=K8YLuMPNyE0 Connect With Shannon Harrison:  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/somatic.body/  Website:  https://www.somaticbody.com.au Connect With Me (Nathan Francis Coach/Mentor)  Substack: https://substack.com/@nathanfrancis Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/OSS.Health.Mind Personal Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nath.francis69 Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@nathanfrancis222?_t=8iKxXw8R2ee&_r=1 Telegram: https://t.me/nathf94   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nathanfrancis__/ Email me anytime: [email protected] The Breaking Free Podcast  Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1fHxmfbFZwyZPIcOrjw3Hf?si=q42PtUR4Qeu8SvUuWDMrpw Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/breaking-free-podcast/id1657951151 Youtube: https://youtube.com/@nathanfrancis__?si=df69YA7zK-CUeG8-     🎙️ Thanks for tuning in to the Breaking Free Podcast — where we dive deep into men’s health, mindset, personal freedom, and the inner work it takes to live life on your terms.👊 Ready to break free from the patterns holding you back?Connect with me for 1:1 coaching, tools, and content designed to help you unlock your potential and lead with strength, purpose, and clarity.🔗 Follow and connect:Instagram: @nathanfrancis__ 💥 Subscribe, leave a review, and share this episode with someone who needs to hear it. Let’s build a generation of grounded, powerful men—one conversation at a time.

What is actually happening inside our schools? Craig Cole returns to The Breaking Free Podcast to provide another update on the issues he believes Australian parents need to be paying attention to. In this confronting conversation,  Craig and I discuss concerns surrounding gender theory, sexuality education, ideological influence, transparency, parental rights and what children are being exposed to within the education system. Craig shares updates from the past year, including concerning incidents involving children and school policies, while explaining why he believes parents cannot afford to remain passive. But this episode isn't simply about raising alarm. Craig explains what parents can actually DO  including how to request information about curriculum content from their child's school, what to do when access to information is refused, and how parents can make a formal complaint. We also explore the broader question: Who gets to decide what children are taught parents, teachers, governments or activists? If you're a parent, grandparent, educator or simply someone who cares about the future of children, this is a conversation worth hearing. ⚠️ Listen. Question. Investigate. Don't blindly accept. Part 1 Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bOTk_SAEE7Y Part 1 Audio: https://open.spotify.com/episode/6RVpPiS6yjgAajqoOyPd5U?si=788b6d733c1d40cd Part 2 Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=74xwv_Ma7CY Part 2 Audio: https://open.spotify.com/episode/1T6KYKw7hphYIcqUiiTomz?si=54e3070dd4bc4b89 Jump on BonCharge and grab yourself some protection  from wifi, 5G, blue/red light and so much more… At the Checkout Use Code “Nath22” to receive 15% off Right here: https://www.boncharge.com/?rfsn=7434501.689abc Connect With Craig Cole: Website: https://www.leaveourkidzalone.org Team Warrior Spirit: https://www.teamwarriorspirit.com The Team In NZ: https://letkidsbekids.nz Email Craig: [email protected] Connect With Me (Nathan Francis Coach/Mentor)  Substack: https://substack.com/@nathanfrancis Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/OSS.Health.Mind Personal Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nath.francis69 Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@nathanfrancis222?_t=8iKxXw8R2ee&_r=1 Telegram: https://t.me/nathf94   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nathanfrancis__/ Email me anytime: [email protected] The Breaking Free Podcast  Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1fHxmfbFZwyZPIcOrjw3Hf?si=q42PtUR4Qeu8SvUuWDMrpw Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/breaking-free-podcast/id1657951151 Youtube: https://youtube.com/@nathanfrancis__?si=df69YA7zK-CUeG8- 🎙️ Thanks for tuning in to the Breaking Free Podcast — where we dive deep into men’s health, mindset, personal freedom, and the inner work it takes to live life on your terms.👊 Ready to break free from the patterns holding you back?Connect with me for 1:1 coaching, tools, and content designed to help you unlock your potential and lead with strength, purpose, and clarity.🔗 Follow and connect:Instagram: @nathanfrancis__ 💥 Subscribe, leave a review, and share this episode with someone who needs to hear it. Let’s build a generation of grounded, powerful men—one conversation at a time.

Why do the same arguments keep happening? Why do certain people trigger us so deeply? And what if the biggest obstacle in our relationships isn't the other person... but the unconscious patterns we've carried for years? In this episode of The Breaking Free Podcast, I sit down with Matt Castle, neurotransformational therapy practitioner and NLP life coach, for a powerful conversation on relationships, emotional healing, and personal transformation. Matt explains how emotional triggers are often unresolved patterns rather than problems created by other people.  Together, we explore how changing the meaning we assign to our emotions can completely transform the way we experience conflict, connection, and love. The conversation also dives into fear, judgement, nervous system regulation, personal values, and the importance of becoming someone who responds rather than reacts. Matt also shares his own personal journey, including navigating ongoing court proceedings, parenting challenges, and how those experiences shaped his mission to support men going through separation and major life transitions. Whether you're single, dating, married, separated, or simply wanting healthier relationships, this episode offers practical insights to help you understand yourself and others on a much deeper level. In this episode: Why emotional triggers aren't your enemy The hidden patterns sabotaging relationships Responding instead of reacting How NLP can reshape emotional responses Fear, judgement and unconscious programming Aligning your values for stronger relationships Men's mental health after separation Parenting, resilience and personal growth Building emotional intelligence Creating healthier, more conscious relationships If you've ever wondered why the same relationship challenges keep showing up, this conversation may help you see them through a completely different lens. Thank you for listening and watching wherever in the world you are.  Jump on BonCharge and grab yourself some protection  from wifi, 5G, blue/red light and so much more… At the Checkout Use Code “Nath22” to receive 15% off. RESOURCES:  Part I: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=izgJniAABDY Part I Audio: https://open.spotify.com/episode/60Hmu3Wwy4HbLCzCUUh49p?si=f5b90eeaa0984719 Connect With Matt Castle:  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/matt.castle.397 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/matt.castle.397/ Website: https://emotionalrestorationproject.com Skool: https://www.skool.com/emotional-restoration-project-1981/about Retreat: https://emotionalrestorationproject.com/retreats Connect With Me (Nathan Francis Coach/Mentor)  Substack: https://substack.com/@nathanfrancis Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/OSS.Health.Mind Personal Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nath.francis69 Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@nathanfrancis222?_t=8iKxXw8R2ee&_r=1 Telegram: https://t.me/nathf94   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nathanfrancis__/ Email me anytime: [email protected] The Breaking Free Podcast  Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1fHxmfbFZwyZPIcOrjw3Hf?si=q42PtUR4Qeu8SvUuWDMrpw Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/breaking-free-podcast/id1657951151 Youtube: https://youtube.com/@nathanfrancis__?si=df69YA7zK-CUeG8-     🎙️ Thanks for tuning in to the Breaking Free Podcast — where we dive deep into men’s health, mindset, personal freedom, and the inner work it takes to live life on your terms.👊 Ready to break free from the patterns holding you back?Connect with me for 1:1 coaching, tools, and content designed to help you unlock your potential and lead with strength, purpose, and clarity.🔗 Follow and connect:Instagram: @nathanfrancis__ 💥 Subscribe, leave a review, and share this episode with someone who needs to hear it. Let’s build a generation of grounded, powerful men—one conversation at a time.