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Man Talk

Hosted by Howard Todd-Collins · health · EN-AU

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About this Podcast:

Men are generally not good at talking openly about their mental health, emotional wellbeing, relationships and life in general. Man Talk is a series of conversations exploring real life problems and solutions, providing tools, tips and raising awareness to help men navigate their lives successfully. Howard Todd-Collins is a thought leader in the world of men's emotional wellbeing. He has a thriving Private Practice as a Counsellor, Psychotherapist and a Coach to Men, Women and Couples. He has appeared in numerous Television, Print Media and guest podcast interviews discussing men's emotional wellbeing. Man Talk is for men and those in relationship with them who want to invest in their self development, relationship health and to live a rich and meaningful life. Find out more - www.mantalk.com.au

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Booking probability

21%

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Selective

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What is Man Talk about?

Men are generally not good at talking openly about their mental health, emotional wellbeing, relationships and life in general. Man Talk is a series of conversations exploring real life problems and solutions, providing tools, tips and raising awareness to help men navigate their lives successfully. Howard Todd-Collins is a thought leader in the world of men's emotional wellbeing.

Who hosts Man Talk?

Man Talk is hosted by Howard Todd-Collins. The show has published 29 episodes to date.

What has Man Talk covered recently?

Recent episodes include "S.5 E.p 13. Why Do Men Pull Away? And What To Do About It!" (1 February 2026, 33 minutes), "Your Year in Review - 7 Essential Questions to Close 2025" (26 December 2025, 26 minutes), and "S5. Ep.11 - Is Vulnerability Really Necessary?" (28 November 2025, 36 minutes).

How often does Man Talk publish?

Man Talk publishes roughly monthly, with episodes averaging 29 minutes across 29 episodes.

How hard is it to get booked on Man Talk?

Booking probability for Man Talk is 21%, and the host is rated Selective on guests. Man Talk requires a Pod Score of 80 or higher. Man Talk's contact route on record: verified email.

Who should pitch Man Talk?

The strongest fits for Man Talk are Health & Wellness Services. Man Talk has a health audience.

About the host

Howard Todd-Collins hosts Man Talk, a health podcast with 29 episodes published.

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Recent episodes

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  • Episode #13

    S.5 E.p 13. Why Do Men Pull Away? And What To Do About It!

    Feb 1, 202633 minS5

    Send a text Do you ever find yourself dodging tough conversations , or skilfully change the subject when things get a bit too real in your relationship? Do you keep people at arms length? Are there other parts of your...

  • Episode #12

    Your Year in Review - 7 Essential Questions to Close 2025

    Dec 26, 202526 minS5

    Send a text New year's resolutions often fail often due to psychological traps. Instead of setting resolutions I encourage you to consider some key questions to evaluate 2025 and set meaningful intentions for 2026...

  • Episode #11

    S5. Ep.11 - Is Vulnerability Really Necessary?

    Nov 28, 202536 minS5

    Send a text Vulnerability is everywhere! It’s on social media, in self-help books, on Ted talks, discussed in countless therapy rooms. Vulnerability can be extremely confusing, especially for us blokes! In this episode...

  • Episode #10

    What Happens When You Start Therapy? In Conversation with a Male Counsellor

    Oct 28, 202538 minS5

    Send a text In this episode, Howard shares his personal journey from a stoic British upbringing to becoming a therapist who specialises in men's emotional health. He reflects on: His early emotional struggles The impact...

  • Episode #9

    Beyond Beer and Banter: Cultivating Authentic Male Friendships

    Sep 30, 202532 minS5

    Send a text Is true friendship a cornerstone of emotional wellbeing? Friendships that offers support, belonging and genuine connection. If so: Why are so many men in Australia and beyond quietly battling loneliness and...

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  • Episode #8

    S. 5 Ep. 8. Too Hard On Yourself? Rethinking Self-Compassion for Blokes

    Aug 26, 202526 minS5

    Send a text There are too many blokes who are way too hard on themselves. In this episode I’m going to break down the myth that self-compassion is soft, weak, self pity or even selfish. What does Self-Compassion really...

  • Episode #7

    The Art of Sitting With Feelings - A Man's Perspective

    Jul 29, 202540 minS5

    Send a text Why would you want to sit with uncomfortable feelings? A reasonable question! In this latest conversation Ryan and Howard discuss: What does sitting with feelings even mean and what stops most of us? The...

  • Episode #6

    Becoming a Better Bloke - The Purpose of Men's Work

    Jun 24, 202537 minS5

    Send a text In this engaging and thought provoking conversation, the first co-hosted Man Talk episode, Howard and Ryan unpack what Men's Work is all about. They share some of their experiences of Men's Groups and...

  • Episode #5

    Why Bottling Emotion Hurts - How to Start Expressing Yourself

    May 27, 202540 minS5

    Send a text If you push down your feelings and tell yourself to 'man up,' 'she’ll be righ't and keep going on with life, what happens? Bottling your emotions will make you more confused, more frustrated, disconnected...

  • Episode #4

    What are you not talking about with your partner? – Conversations That Strengthen Your Relationship

    Apr 29, 202525 minS5

    Send a text If communication is the foundation of connection how come relationships can feel distant, strained and disconnected? What are you not talking about with your partner? You know those times when: You want to...

  • Episode #3

    Men's Hidden Distractions And How To Be More Present in a Relationship

    Apr 5, 202526 minS5

    Send a text Do you get distracted? What kind of distractions get in the way of the kind of relationship u wan t? Do u ever feel: Isolated Disconnected Mentally overloaded Missing intimacy Emotionally numb Internalising...

  • Episode #2

    Breaking Negative Communication Patterns

    Mar 5, 202523 minS5

    Send a text Barriers to Communication - What does this actually mean? How aware are you of what gets in the way of communicating effectively? Why can it sometimes be so difficult to communicate in a relationship? In...

  • Episode #1

    S.5. Ep. 1 What’s holding you back in 2025? How To Overcome Limiting Beliefs

    Dec 24, 202432 minS5

    Send a text As you strive to create a fulfilling and meaningful life it’s likely you may occasionally get in your own way! You know those seemingly invisible chains that hold you back from reaching your full potential...

  • Episode #6

    S4. Ep. 6 Uncovering 4 Hidden Reasons Why Men Get Distracted

    Dec 1, 202426 minS4

    Send a text Men often find themselves too busy and distracted from connecting with their partners. There are many reasons for this. However, there are 4 hidden reasons why many men get distracted - which are harder to...

  • Episode #5

    S.4 Ep.5 Work Hard, Talk Hard - 5 Steps to Balance Life and Mental Health

    Oct 31, 202425 minS4

    Send a text We live in a world that glorifies hustle culture—where the value of hard work and being busy is emphasized, but emotional health often takes a back seat. Many men find themselves caught between the desire to...

  • Episode #4

    Calm Under Pressure - Handling Stress and Anxiety with Confidence

    Sep 29, 202426 minS4

    Send a text Life can be full of curveballs, uncertainties and moments that we simply haven’t planned for! Stress and anxiety are hard to ignore. If you've been feeling or ever felt worried, stressed, nervous, anxious...

  • Episode #3

    The Essential Ingredients of Good Communication in Your Relationship

    Aug 26, 202421 minS4

    Send a text Good communication is vital for a healthy relationship. Obvious right! Why do some men struggle with communicating with their partner? This episode provides the practical skills to not only communicate...

  • Episode #2

    Taking The Heat Out Of Conflict And Get Closer To Your Partner

    Jul 23, 202423 minS4

    Send a text How do you manage conflict? What do men experience when conflict gets in the way of a healthy relationship? This episode takes a close look at negative conflict styles, how it impacts individual partners and...

  • Episode #1

    How to Repair Emotional Distance in Your Relationship

    Jun 12, 202418 minS4

    Send a text Have you ever wondered why emotional distance happens in a relationship? It's more common than your realise. What do men experience when this disconnection happens and what helps to reconnect with your...

  • Episode #1

    S3 Episode 1 - How to have a successful relationship

    Mar 1, 202332 minS3

    Send a text What is it that makes a relationship successful? This episode is the first of the Man Talk Interviews and in it my colleague and good friend Naomi Rubinstein and I chat about the ingredients required in...

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