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.
Copyright: © 2024
Today, John and Vanessa unpack the lesser-known 'fawn' trauma response and how it often shapes adult relationships through people-pleasing and self-abandonment. They emphasizes the transformative power of setting boundaries, reclaiming one’s voice, and embodiment (the practice of reconnecting with the body to better understand our needs, emotions, and desires).
Find out more about Vanessa HERE
Follow Vanessa on Instagram 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 unpacks the concept of unpossessive love — a love rooted in freedom, presence, and gratitude rather than control. He invites listeners to reconsider what it means to truly love someone, and how letting go can sometimes be the most loving act of all.
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 opens up about authenticity, vulnerability, and why men need real conversations. From childhood wounds to mental health, he dives into the power of sharing your story—and breaking the silence.
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 how being fully present can reshape the way we experience life. He reflects on the power of awareness, self-acceptance, the role our thoughts play in shaping reality, and how to deepen connections.
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 and Vanessa explore how intimacy, connection, and personal growth evolve in modern relationships. They discuss celibacy as a tool for self-discovery, shifting love languages, the balance between creativity and emotional needs, codependency, and more.
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
Find out more about Vanessa HERE
Follow Vanessa on Instagram HERE
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Today, John unpacks the emotional weight of breakups — the doubt, the grief, and the loss of an imagined future. He explores the importance of self-reflection, emotional awareness, grieving with intention, and distinguishing between true longing and mere loneliness.
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 talks about being in the midst of a 30-day celibacy journey, exploring what it means to redirect sexual energy and embrace intentional living. He reflects on balancing masculine and feminine energies, deepening self-awareness, and the spiritual growth emerging from this bold experiment in self-discovery.
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 gets real about body image, masculinity, and self-love. From battling body dysmorphia to breaking cultural norms, he shares raw insights, hard truths, and how vulnerability led to healing.
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 debunks the myth of emotional suppression—aka the "soda can effect"—revealing that holding in emotions leads to burnout, not strength. Through personal insights and practical tips, he promotes healthy emotional expression as key to self-care, strong relationships, and a balanced life.
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 shares how an MDMA experience transformed his outlook on life, love, and personal growth. He reflects on living more presently, setting boundaries, finding deeper connection through everyday joys, and more.
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
Our TOPPODCAST Picks 
