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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.

Jun 1, 2026

Quentin is a father, a former Marine, a start-up junkie, and the Founder of Pause i/O.

We talk about how vulnerability has evolved for him, cycles of change, stepping into the role of elder, what it means to be an elder, and rites of passage.

Website: https://pauseio.com/

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May 18, 2026

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.

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May 4, 2026

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...


Apr 20, 2026

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.

Website: https://theandygrant.com/

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Apr 6, 2026

Joe is a father of three, a regular guy, and author of the book, Dadbod: Focusing on You So You Are There for Them.

Our conversation ranges from what’s helped him lean into vulnerability, how vulnerability changed him as a father, spending time with his kids, and writing and publishing his book.

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