Listen Man Podcast
Hosted by Anthony Speeney
Recovered nice guy who's here to remind you of your worth! Grounded in purpose, confidence, and direction. Real conversations about the battles men face—no fluff, no BS.
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#19 What Cancer Has Taught Me
Anthony Speeney shares a deeply personal and emotional journey of how cancer has shaped his life, from his grandfather's battle with cancer to his career as an oncology nurse. He emphasizes the importance of listening, being present, and appreciating life, love, and grace.
Key Takeaways:
- The impact of cancer goes beyond sadness and loss.
- Life is about giving, appreciating, and being present.
#18 Why Men Struggle Initiating + Being a Caregiver
The episode explores the challenges and experiences of men, especially those who are caregivers, and the impact of social conditioning on their behavior and self-perception. It emphasizes the importance of self-care, emotional sovereignty, and the ability to ask for help.
Key Takeaways:
- Challenges of male caregivers
- Importance of emotional sovereignty and self-care
- The courage and ability to ask for help
#17 Fake It Til You Make It? Is it OK to Not be OK?
In life, we find ourselves in new situations every single day. Sometimes, we are faced with existential questions of our own worth—particularly when we take new opportunities such as a new job or relationship. How do we meet our outer world? Do we push ourselves to connect through our authentic self or do we fake it?
Key Takeaways:
- Authenticity over camouflaging into your environment
- Challenging perfectionism and external validation
- Embracing vulnerability when you're not feeling OK
#16 Time Away
I'm back. I recently needed time to reflect on why... MY why. WHY was I podcasting? WHY am I coaching? WHY am I choosing a new path when I'm not seeing immediate fruit? Sometimes, you need to hit PAUSE and remember your purpose, your WHY, and forget about the noise.
Key Takeaways:
- Hitting pause to realign with core purpose
- Releasing reliance on clout and external validation
- Focusing on the depth of service over raw metrics
#15 Birthday Reflection: How Purpose Changes With Age
This episode is all about reflection after another birthday: life lessons, the importance of communication and listening, the gift of presence, and OF COURSE: Purpose. I share personal experiences and insights emphasizing the significance of building real relationships.
Key Takeaways:
- Life is about what you GIVE, not what you get
- Mastering active listening in a noisy world
- Being present as the ultimate gift to loved ones
#14 Does The Pain Ever Go Away?
Mental Health is a battle AND a war. There are tough days and stretches where the tunnel is nothing but darkness. This episode shares the darker side of my journey, caught in a period where I've been feeling the effects of overwhelming anxiety and depression.
Key Takeaways:
- Navigating mental health as an ongoing journey
- Trusting in vulnerability and support systems
- Remembering that pain never has the last word
