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Man Alive
If you're not satisfied with your love or sex-life, and could use some insights into what makes women want more of you, tell me more about yourself here and we'll schedule a time to talk: shanajamescoaching.com/consult Don't forget to check out my new podcast, Practicing Love! -- Even men at the top of their game find themselves wanting more from life. Whether it's more meaning, a bigger impact, unshakable confidence, a hotter sex life, more money, deeper love, solid friendships or a powerful…
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How to Touch a Woman: The Art of Attunement, Pleasure, and Desire (With Elizabeth Anneka)
How to Touch a Woman: The Art of Attunement, Pleasure, and Desire What if becoming a better lover doesn't have much to do with knowing the right moves? Many…
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#316: A Different Approach to Consent and Accountability
Most men want to be trusted, have meaningful relationships, and treat the people they care about well. But wanting to do the right thing and knowing how to…
Man AliveThe Dead Bedroom Fix: Why Intimacy Dies and How to Bring It Back
What happens when the person you love feels more like a roommate than a romantic partner? A dead bedroom isn't just about sex. For many people, it feels like…
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#315: Why Men Are Lonely: The Power of Connection, Friendship, and Purpose
What if one of the most powerful things a man can do is stop trying to do life alone? In this conversation, Nick Papadopoulos—affectionately known as Coach…
Man Alive#314: What Women Wish Men Knew About Sex, Desire, and Connection
Most men were never taught how to navigate a woman's desires. In fact, many were taught to fear them. In this candid and sometimes provocative conversation…
Man Alive#313: Better, Longer, Stronger: How to Have Great, Connected Sex in Real Life
It's becoming clearer and clearer that great sex isn't about performance. So what makes sex great? In this episode of Practicing Love, I'm joined by sex and…
Man AliveWhat Men Miss About What Women Need for Great Sex
Most men want to please the women they love. But many don't understand what actually helps a woman open, relax, and experience truly satisfying sex. In this…
Man Alive#311: What Every Man Needs to Know About Women's Menopause for a Relationship to Survive
Menopause isn't just a women's issue. It's creates a relationship struggle for both partners. And for many couples, it's the moment things fall apart. In this…
Man AliveHow Not to Get Divorced: A Divorce Coach's Keys to Stay in Love Longer
On today's Practicing Love podcast, Shana James is joined by divorce coach and NLP practitioner Rachael Sloan for a powerful conversation about how…
Man Alive#310: The Missing Piece in Men's Sexual Fulfillment
Most men are never taught the real source of sexual fulfillment — so they chase performance, goals, or fantasy, while feeling disconnected from the deeper…
Man Alive#309: How Men Really Heal After 40: The Path to Health and Purpose
Former pharmacist Josh Rimany joins Shana to explore what real healing looks like for men in midlife — beyond symptom management or quick fixes. Together they…
Man Alive#308: How Men Can Stop Feeling Lonely and Build Real Friendships
Loneliness among men has reached crisis levels, but there are ways to change this. If you've been feeling alone, are tired of surface-level conversations, or…
Man Alive#307: A New Look at Power: Purpose, Partnership, and Prayer
Today's conversation with men's coach Solay Rad is a new look at how power, beyond ego, is much more impactful and fulfilling. We explore how to channel energy…
Man Alive#306: How to Avoid the Low Testosterone Crisis
Testosterone levels have dropped 45% in men in the last 20 years! This crisis causes suffering for too many men. Learn from Dr. Tracy Gapin, how to avoid the…
Man Alive#305: How to Rebuild Trust After Betrayal
Trust can break in small ways, or shatter completely. Craig and Michelle Pera, founders of The Mindful Habit, join us to talk about how they help couples…
Man Alive#304: The Hard as Nails Movement: Men Challenging Masculinity Stereotypes for Better Mental Health
Today, host Shana James talks with Daniele Fiandaca about his project Hard as Nails, which explores and how small acts of courage can spark big conversations…
Man Alive#303: Why Shared Values Aren't Enough for a Lasting Relationship
If you think shared values are the key to making a relationship last, think again. Shana James talks with Nick Brancato, author of Prioritize Us: Unlock…
Man AliveLoving, Lasting Relationships Through the Power of Us
In a world where we spend a lot of time acting independent, or falling into codependence, there is another way. We can learn to evolve to interdependence and…
Man Alive#302: A New Era of Sex with Intimacy, Confidence and Men's Sexual Health
Dr. Elliot Justin, a pioneer in men's sexual health, has developed innovative wearable technology to improve erectile function, sexual fitness, and intimacy…
Man Alive#301: Healthy Independence in Relationships
Today's Practicing Love and Man Alive podcast guest, Dr. Fred Rabinowitz, talks about how he navigates independence and connection in his relationship. Find…
Man Alive#5 of Practicing Love: Anxious + avoidant attachment style doesn't have to = the end
When one partner's attachment style is anxious, and the other's is avoidant, it can be painful for both. But you can learn to consciously communicate and…
Man Alive#4 of Practicing Love: How to Make it Through Challenges Together
Love can be a challenge. On this episode of Practicing Love, we delve into why it isn't like fairytales and movies tell us it should be. Don't forget to check…
Man Alive#3 of Practicing Love: What Love is When You Don't Betray Yourself
After divorce or betrayal, many people give up on love. But discovering what love really is, and how to create a loving partnership where you don't lose or…
Man Alive#2 of Practicing Love: A Conscious Man's Foundations For a Conscious Relationship
Practicing love gets easier as you learn tools to communicate and connect consciously. Today's episode is full of wisdom from a man who has worked hard to…
Man Alive#1 of Practicing Love: The What, Why, and How of Practicing Love
In this intro episode of Practicing Love, I introduce the concept of love as a practice, rather than a static feeling, or something to achieve once and for…
Man Alive#300 Part 2: What's Next For Man Alive and You
The Man Alive podcast started seven years ago, and has introduced hundreds of experts and their work to men who want to grow and become healthier. Listen to…
Man Alive#300 Part 1: What Men Need Most Right Now
Men are dying younger and living sicker than others. Having spent twenty years working with men, I believe in men's goodness. I see that while there are men…
Man AliveHow Your Relationship With Your Father Affects Your Masculinity
When a man who has spent 50 years working with men's struggles talks about one of the biggest influences in a man's life -- his relationship with his father --…
Man AliveHigh Performing Teams Are "All in This Together"
Mike Robbins has spent 20 years honing in on the pillars of high performing teams. His worldwide speaking gigs and work with leaders at companies like Google…
Man Alive#299: For The Love of Men
Too many women don't get to see what's behind the masks and facades men are encouraged to wear. This creates separation, distrust, hurt, and disappointment, on…
Man AliveFind Your Wild Purpose Before It's Too Late
Have you been living a life guided by your purpose? Have you figured out what, beyond your everyday actions, life is really about for you? Have you asked…
Man Alive#298: Freedom Through Gender Relations
When we unknowingly fall into gender roles, life can be more stressful and less fulfilling. Today's guest talks about how to move beyond cultural norms to…
Man AliveWhat to Do With Your Tears
If you're like many men, you hold back or hide your tears. But doing so can make you feel flat, deadened and disconnected. In today's episode, Shaun Galanos…
Man Alive#297: Why You Need to Grieve and Help for How to Do It
Grief is something we all have to face at some point. Today's episode gives you and understanding of its cycles and offers hope and the pathway through. If…
Man Alive8 Essential Conversations For Lasting Love
With 47 years of research and the ability to predict with 90% accuracy whether couples will stay together or separate, Dr. John Gottman has learned what makes…
Man Alive#296: How Tantra Can Ignite Your Life and Relationships
Tantra is an ancient teaching that, when explored and brought into one's life and relationships, can energize, enliven, and create a depth of intimacy many…
Man AliveThe Genitals Project: Healing Beliefs About Sex and Intimacy
Many men carry a lot of shame about Sex and Intimacy, their sexual desires and performance. Dr. Hazel Grace has created a way for men to find a deeper peace…
Man Alive#295: The Transformative Power of Male Compassion
There may be times when you have a hard time believing in, or having compassion for, yourself. Today's Man Alive guest, Daniel Ellenberg, talks with me about…
Man AliveYour Mom May Be Messing Up Your Life – Kristopher Lovestone
Your relationship with your mom when you were young impacts how you see the world, relate to people, feel loved, ask for what you want, etc. It's easy to…
Man Alive#294: Shut Down: Why it Happens, and How to Recover
Men tell me one of the hardest situations they face is when they shut down, especially when someone adds pressure or wants them to open up. It's common to feel…
Man AliveAre You Actually Living a Meaningful Life? – Chance Taureau
At some point many of us awaken to the desire to have a more meaningful, inspiring life and leave a legacy for future generations. You can choose an…
Man Alive#293: How to Stay True to Yourself When a Woman Gets Mad at You
Today's episode focuses on how to navigate a woman's anger, especially when it's not as conscious as it needs to be to sustain trust and connection. If you're…
Man Alive#292: Improv for Dating and Relationships
Many people tell me they struggle to know what to say, on dates and in relationships. They worry about offending people or not being smart or interesting…
Man AliveDivorce Support for Dads
Divorce is challenging enough on its own. Add to that the responsibility to take care of your kids and navigate with your ex. Robin Choe gives hope for dads…
Man Alive#291: The Need For Healthy Anger in Your Life and Relationships
While it's human to feel angry, unhealthy expressions of anger can create pain and break trust. Instead learn the keys to express anger in healthy ways, to…
Man AliveIs the Masculine Feminine Distinction Helpful for Men?
While I've seen men feel more powerful and confident as they embrace "masculine" qualities, I've also seen many men suffer and struggle, feeling unmanly or not…
Man Alive#290: Create an Extraordinary Marriage
Today's guest is the founder of the Dad Edge community, which has a mission to empower men to create legendary marriages, create epic connections with their…
Man AliveWhat Makes a Woman Trust You
Relationships endure breaks in trust – big and small. What does it take for a woman to trust you in the first place, or to rebuild trust when it's broken? Our…
Man Alive#289: Sneak Peek: Live Relationship Coaching
We recorded this episode so you'll feel less alone, and so you'll have an example of a man who is willing to go deeper than his walls and protections. If…
Man Alive#288: 5 Keys to Living Fully
You are not destined to feel deadened, deflated, or defeated. You deserve to feel vital, inspired and full. If you don't know what you want, or you feel stuck…
Man Alive#287: Where to Find True Freedom
Men often want freedom, but it can elude them. Today's guest shows you where to look for freedom, and what makes it more likely for you to have it. If you're…
Man Alive15 Minutes to End Overwhelm and Increase Productivity
We can now accomplish more than ever, but we're also more distracted and frazzled by the pace of our work than ever. How do you get your work done and stay on…
Man Alive#286: The Power of Authentic Masculinity - David Chambers
Authenticity is a source of incredible power that is often overlooked. While it can take some time to know and free yourself, it's worth the time and energy…
Man AliveOwn Your Sexual Needs, Restore Your Sexual Honor, Have More Sex
Alison Armstrong and I discuss how you can communicate your sexual needs more effectively, and how men and women can better understand each other, so everyone…
Man Alive#285: Make Sure Your Alcohol Use Supports Your Health
How do you know if your alcohol use is harming your brain function, hormones, sleep and capacity for peak performance? Today's guest shares about his…
Man Alive#284: To Be a Powerful and Loving Man
It can seem like love and power are somehow at odds with each other, especially as a man. But the reality is that you can be both powerful AND loving at the…
Man AliveSimple Experiments For Better S*x
Many people are overwhelmed and confused by complicated techniques and positions that are supposed to create spark and passion. This episode gives you simple…
Man Alive#283: From Hard Times to Freedom
Many men find it challenging to stay inspired amidst all the demands on their time and attention. When they realize that some of the energy drain comes from…
Man AliveHow to Live a Regret-Free Life
Most people don't create their lives so as to reach the end without regrets. It's easy to think you have a lot of time to accomplish and create, but the truth…
Man AliveHow to Discover Your Unique Legacy
In this episode we talk about the importance of leaving a legacy, how to get clear about yours, and some surprising aspects Armando has discovered about legacy…