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Raw & Real: Beyond the Mask 🎭🎙️ Men don’t always talk about what’s really going on. But here? No filters. No pretending. Just raw, honest conversations about the struggles we all face—mental health, self-doubt, relationships, getting older, and finding purpose when life throws a curveball. Hosted by Big Dave, this bi-weekly podcast cuts through the noise and gets straight to the heart of what it means to be a man in today’s world. Whether you’re battling stress, feeling stuck, or just want t ...
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Fatherhood should be about love, guidance, and connection—but for many men, it becomes a battlefield. In this raw and emotional episode of Raw & Real: Beyond the Mask, we sit down with a guest who knows this struggle all too well. He opens up about losing connection with his son, how his ex-wife used them as a weapon, and the deep emotional toll it…
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Fatherhood should be about love, guidance, and connection—but for many men, it becomes a battlefield. In this raw and emotional episode of Raw & Real: Beyond the Mask, we sit down with a guest who knows this struggle all too well. He opens up about losing connection with his children, how his ex-wife used them as a weapon, and the deep emotional to…
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Wrinkles, grey hairs, and a body that doesn’t bounce back like it used to—getting older can be terrifying. But why does ageing feel like losing a battle? And how do we shift our mindset from fear to acceptance? In this episode of Raw & Real: Beyond the Mask, host Big Dave dives deep into the anxieties that come with ageing—fading relevance, physica…
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Why do so many men suffer in silence? In this powerful first episode of Raw & Real: Beyond the Mask, host Big Dave dives deep into the hidden struggles men face—mental health, pressure to "man up," and the fear of opening up. Through real-life stories and expert insights, we’ll explore why vulnerability isn’t weakness—it’s strength. If you’ve ever …
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Ever felt like no matter what you do, nothing changes? Like you're stuck in a cycle of stress, failure, or just… nothingness? In this episode of Raw & Real: Beyond the Mask, host Big Dave tackles the crushing weight of hopelessness—how it creeps in, how it traps us, and most importantly, how to break free. Through raw personal stories and expert-ba…
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Ever felt like life is just happening to you? Like no matter how hard you try, you’re stuck—at work, in relationships, or in your own mind? In this episode of Raw & Real: Beyond the Mask, host Big Dave dives deep into the crushing feeling of powerlessness and how it can strip away our confidence, motivation, and sense of self. But here’s the truth:…
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The house is quieter, the routines have changed, and suddenly, you’re left wondering—what now? Empty Nest Syndrome hits hard, especially for men who’ve spent years defining themselves through work and family. In this episode of Raw & Real: Beyond the Mask, host Big Dave gets real about the emotional rollercoaster of an empty nest. Through personal …
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Welcome to Raw & Real: Beyond the Mask—the podcast where men can have honest, unfiltered conversations about mental health, wellbeing, and the struggles we often keep hidden. Join me, Big Dave, as we break down the emotional barriers, challenge the stigma, and explore what it really means to be vulnerable in today’s world. From personal stories to …
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