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Understanding Men

Understanding Men

By: Luke Sutton
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Understanding Men is a podcast that challenges expectations around traditional masculinity and explores difficult subjects in the hopes of creating a safe space for men to be vulnerable.

The hosts, Luke Sutton and Fraser Franks, both ex-professional sportsmen, have spoken openly about their own experiences with addiction, alcoholism, poor physical health, and poor mental health. Now they're sharing their stories in the hopes that they'll inspire listeners to do the same within their own relationships.

Every week, Luke and Fraser will explore subjects that they feel men rarely make time to talk about. Insecurities, relationships, ego, expectations, fears and mistakes - nothing is off the table...

Follow us on TikTok and Instagram @understandingmenpod and watch full episodes on YouTube here youtube.com/@UnderstandingMenPod


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Episodes
  • Taking a Break

    Taking a Break
    Dec 2 2024

    In the final episode of Season 1 of Understanding Men, Luke and Fraser reflect on their journey over the last 14 months, and share how life has change since they started the podcast. They look back on some of their favourite episodes and share their hopes for the next season of Understanding Men.


    Luke and Fraser want your ideas for Season 2! Let us know the subjects you'd like to hear more about, and what would help you start having those difficult conversations. While the guys are away, keep up to date by following us on TikTok, YouTube and Instagram @understandingmenpod


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    25 mins
  • The Function of Therapy

    The Function of Therapy
    Nov 18 2024

    In this episode of Understanding Men, Luke and Fraser take a deep dive into therapy and it's various uses. Sharing their own experiences with varying types of therapy throughout their lives, they illustrate how effective it has been in helping them to live well rounded lives.


    They talk about how other organisations and activities in their lives have been therapeutic, including attendances at Alcoholics Anonymous, meditation, sound baths and water therapy. They also investigate why therapy is more popular than ever, and look into the reasons why people may avoid or never begin therapeutic treatment.


    Finally, they address situations where they believe overuse or misuse of therapy can do more harm than good, and highlight the importance of also having quality relationships with the people around you.


    Luke and Fraser also want to hear from you! Let us know the subjects you'd like to hear more about, and what would help you start having those difficult conversations. Follow us on TikTok, YouTube and Instagram @understandingmenpod


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    50 mins
  • A Small Announcement...

    A Small Announcement...
    Nov 11 2024

    Instead of the regular episode this week, we have a small announcement just to update you on how the podcast is going to work for a little while.


    As ever, Luke and Fraser want to hear from you! Let us know the subjects you'd like to hear more about, and what would help you start having those difficult conversations.


    Follow us on TikTok, YouTube and Instagram @understandingmenpod


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    1 min

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