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The Vulnerable Man

Welcome to The Vulnerable Man podcast, hosted by Christopher Veal.

Each episode explores themes around vulnerability and the relationships men have with it individually and collectively. It is not about an either/or mindset. Through conversations we strive to better understand how men want to show up more powerfully and on purpose in the world. Featuring stories with men from all walks of life sharing their experiences, their successes and failures, alongside personal observations and experiences from the host, the podcast seeks to help each of us understand how leaning into greater vulnerability strengthens us and creates more connection with the people in our world.

Apr 15, 2024

Conrad is a coach who works with people in transition, he’ an entrepreneur, an Air Force veteran, and he loves blueberries.

We cover a lot of ground in our conversation, including his upbringing around vulnerability, being diagnosed with dyslexia, being with differences, compassion, the choice of living with...


Apr 1, 2024

Roxanne is a leadership coach, founder of The Hobbs Consultancy, an advocate for inclusive leadership, a wife and mother of two boys, and author of the book, Diverted.

Our conversation takes us through boundaries, the origin story of Masculinity in the Workplace, the importance of owning it when you get it wrong,...


Mar 18, 2024

Laban is a speaker, an executive coach, an author, and a husband.

We talk about the story of writing his book, the power of generosity, he and his wife’s struggles with multiple miscarriages, not having all the answers, and honest communication in relationships.

Website: https://labanditchburn.wordpress.com/


Mar 4, 2024

Philip is an anthropologist, author, culture consultant, and a husband and father.

Our discussion wanders from his work with culture in organizations, to intentionally taking off the armor, depression and post-traumatic stress, hierarchies, and his work with wolves.

Website: https://www.mywolftribe.com/   


Feb 19, 2024

Jason is a father of four, a husband, a career and executive coach, and he leads men's groups for dads.

In our conversation we discuss how his vulnerability created more intimacy in his marriage, his experience of being a dad, letting ourselves feel emotions, the example of masculinity that his own father provided,...