Stay ConnectedAudio-Only Episodes. Captain’s Log: No guests. No fluff. Just me, the mic, and whatever’s clawing at my insides. Think audio journaling meets back-of-the-bar confessions. Less psychobabble, more soul bleed. Raw, real, and mostly for me.
Audio + Video Episodes. You ask, I riff. Therapy meets real talk. More structure, more insight, more of the good stuff on love, dating, and tools we need to build a healthy relationship. Awesome guests. Less navel-gazing, more crowd-serving. This one’s for you.
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Today, John speaks with Heather McGinley about the complexities of her relationship with her father, the weight of growing up in a large, tightly controlled family, and the delayed realizations of trauma that surfaced later in life. Heather shares how becoming a mother reshaped her understanding of consent, boundaries, and forgiveness — and how the isolation of the pandemic forced her to confront rock bottom.
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Today, John answers five of the most common questions about relationships and emotional well-being, from daily reminders for self-healing to why we attract emotionally unavailable partners, the difference between love and attachment, and how to spot settling.
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Today, John opens up about the emotional complexity of leaving Los Angeles for a new chapter in Costa Rica. He delves into the ideas of the "remembering self" and the "experiencing self," revealing how our memories often shape — and sometimes distort — the way we make decisions.
I'm running a 7-Day "Done with the Bullsh*t" Detox — this isn't the kind with green juice and caffeine withdrawals. It's a soul-level cleanse.
Here’s what you’ll detox each day:
Day 1: Cancel old contracts — the silent agreements you never meant to make.
Day 2: Break up with people-pleasing and reclaim your no.
Day 3: Unfollow the fantasy and stop chasing someone else’s timeline.
Day 4: Mute your inner critic and replace it with compassion.
Day 5: Cut out comparison and come back to your own path.
Day 6: Starve the reflex to fix everything — choose stillness instead.
Day 7: Fast from the noise and finally hear yourself again.
This isn’t about becoming someone new. It’s about coming home to who you’ve always been.
This challenge is only $7 and starts June 16th. SIGN UP HERE.
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Today, John explores how love often uncovers unresolved wounds, revealing the deeper work still to be done. He emphasizes the value of peace in a relationship over the illusion of control, and champions vulnerability and trust as the cornerstones of a lasting connection.
I'm running a 7-Day "Done with the Bullsh*t" Detox — this isn't the kind with green juice and caffeine withdrawals. It's a soul-level cleanse.
Here’s what you’ll detox each day:
Day 1: Cancel old contracts — the silent agreements you never meant to make.
Day 2: Break up with people-pleasing and reclaim your no.
Day 3: Unfollow the fantasy and stop chasing someone else’s timeline.
Day 4: Mute your inner critic and replace it with compassion.
Day 5: Cut out comparison and come back to your own path.
Day 6: Starve the reflex to fix everything — choose stillness instead.
Day 7: Fast from the noise and finally hear yourself again.
This isn’t about becoming someone new. It’s about coming home to who you’ve always been.
This challenge is only $7 and starts June 16th. SIGN UP HERE.
Order John's new book, Break Up. On Purpose, HERE
Jump into John’s new Single. On Purpose app HERE
Follow John on Instagram HERE
Find out more about John HERE
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Today, John explores the vital role the nervous system plays in shaping our emotional health, relationships, and everyday experiences. He touches on how childhood experiences influence adult behavior, and practical techniques for nervous system regulation that foster healing and connection.
I'm running a 7-Day "Done with the Bullsh*t" Detox — this isn't the kind with green juice and caffeine withdrawals. It's a soul-level cleanse.
Here’s what you’ll detox each day:
Day 1: Cancel old contracts — the silent agreements you never meant to make.
Day 2: Break up with people-pleasing and reclaim your no.
Day 3: Unfollow the fantasy and stop chasing someone else’s timeline.
Day 4: Mute your inner critic and replace it with compassion.
Day 5: Cut out comparison and come back to your own path.
Day 6: Starve the reflex to fix everything — choose stillness instead.
Day 7: Fast from the noise and finally hear yourself again.
This isn’t about becoming someone new. It’s about coming home to who you’ve always been.
This challenge is only $7 and starts June 16th. SIGN UP HERE.
Order John's new book, Break Up. On Purpose, HERE
Jump into John’s new Single. On Purpose app HERE
Follow John on Instagram HERE
Find out more about John HERE
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Today, John shares his revelation that 'nothing needs to happen' for happiness, and the shift from merely existing to truly living. Through anecdotes and reflections, he encourages listeners to embrace laughter, practice mindfulness, and engage with their community.
I'm running a 7-Day "Done with the Bullsh*t" Detox — this isn't the kind with green juice and caffeine withdrawals. It's a soul-level cleanse.
Here’s what you’ll detox each day:
Day 1: Cancel old contracts — the silent agreements you never meant to make.
Day 2: Break up with people-pleasing and reclaim your no.
Day 3: Unfollow the fantasy and stop chasing someone else’s timeline.
Day 4: Mute your inner critic and replace it with compassion.
Day 5: Cut out comparison and come back to your own path.
Day 6: Starve the reflex to fix everything — choose stillness instead.
Day 7: Fast from the noise and finally hear yourself again.
This isn’t about becoming someone new. It’s about coming home to who you’ve always been.
This challenge is only $7 and starts June 16th. SIGN UP HERE.
Order John's new book, Break Up. On Purpose, HERE
Jump into John’s new Single. On Purpose app HERE
Follow John on Instagram HERE
Find out more about John HERE
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Today, John explores the power of identifying and honoring your personal non-negotiables. He highlights the importance of emotional congruence, setting clear boundaries, and shifting out of survival mode to create space for growth.
I'm running a 7-Day "Done with the Bullsh*t" Detox — this isn't the kind with green juice and caffeine withdrawals. It's a soul-level cleanse.
Here’s what you’ll detox each day:
Day 1: Cancel old contracts — the silent agreements you never meant to make.
Day 2: Break up with people-pleasing and reclaim your no.
Day 3: Unfollow the fantasy and stop chasing someone else’s timeline.
Day 4: Mute your inner critic and replace it with compassion.
Day 5: Cut out comparison and come back to your own path.
Day 6: Starve the reflex to fix everything — choose stillness instead.
Day 7: Fast from the noise and finally hear yourself again.
This isn’t about becoming someone new. It’s about coming home to who you’ve always been.
This challenge is only $7 and starts June 16th. SIGN UP HERE.
Order John's new book, Break Up. On Purpose, HERE
Jump into John’s new Single. On Purpose app HERE
Follow John on Instagram HERE
Find out more about John HERE
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Today, John speaks with Eben Britton about life after the NFL- his struggles with addiction, mental health, and past trauma- and how plant medicine, fatherhood, and mindfulness helped him heal. They explore the weight of shame, the myth of quick fixes, and the power of presence, honesty, and authentic connection.
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Order John's new book, Break Up. On Purpose, HERE
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Today, John explores love not just as a feeling, but as a conscious choice—one that requires vulnerability, discomfort, deep commitment, and more.
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Today, John sits down with Madison Vandereb to explore the transformative role of plant medicine in personal growth, healing, and spiritual awakening. They discuss the power of intuition, the challenge of staying grounded through expansive spiritual experiences, the importance of integration, and how aligning the heart and mind can lead to more meaningful work.
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