Episodes 26
Avg. Duration 51m
Activity Dormant
Since Apr 2024
Latest Episode Sep 2025

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Every 2 Weeks
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Episodic
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About This Podcast

What makes a good man? Through stories, interviews, and social commentary, The Akkeri podcast highlights how men and masculinities are portrayed, the challenges modern men face, and how to chart a better way forward. ‎‏‏‎ ‎ Why? Because we need a conversation about men and masculinity that is deeply spiritual, profoundly vulnerable, and, with any luck, personally and culturally transformative.

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Real Spirituality: A Conversation with Ex-Evangelical Pastor Brian Recker

Sep 14, 2025 1h 3m Transcript

Brian Recker is a former Marine Officer, the son of a Baptist preacher, and an alum of the fundamentalist Bob Jones University. Brian spent eight years as an evangelical pastor before deconstructing…

From Bombs to Breathwork with Retired Navy Bomb Diver Brent Beshara

Sep 07, 2025 46m Transcript

Brent Beshara spent 24 years in the Canadian military, mainly as a special forces Navy bomb disposal diver. In his words, when he retired on a Friday it was all “pats on the back” and “we’ll get…

Finding & Perfecting Your Craft with Jack Aldous

Aug 26, 2025 1h Transcript

Finding a vocation (not a job) is one of the most important tasks for any man.We want work that makes us feel alive, provides for a strong financial foundation, and has a significant positive impact…

Becoming the Man, Partner, & Father You’ve Always Wanted to Be With Larry Hagner

Aug 05, 2025 51m Transcript

This episode is a conversation with podcaster, coach, and author Larry Hagner. Over the past 10 years, Larry has spoken with hundreds of experts and worked with thousands of men through his podcast…

‘The Newfie’: Scott Matchim’s Experience as a Newfoundlander Living Elsewhere

Jul 28, 2025 53m Transcript

This episode is a conversation with content creator and fellow Newfoundlander, Scott Matchim. Since late 2023, Scott’s been creating short-form videos that showcase the many socio-cultural quirks…

The Key to Men’s Health: Restoring the Mind-Body Connection with Mitch Webb

Jul 23, 2025 45m Transcript

My guest for this episode is Mitch Webb, a nervous system coach and holistic healing guide who helps people heal from chronic stress and trauma by reconnecting with their bodies. He blends science,…

From Thailand to Canadian Public Service: A Conversation with Comms Professional, Art Aronson

Jun 22, 2025 1h 6m Transcript

In this episode, I’m speaking with Art Aronson, a communications professional with the provincial government of British Columbia. Art shares his story of being adopted from Thailand by his American…

Empowering Young People Through the Arts with Dr. Dermell Brunson

Jun 14, 2025 47m Transcript

Dr. Dermell Brunson is a dedicated leader in youth development, mental health advocacy, and the arts. As the founder of Leaders of Tomorrow Youth Centre, he has spent years empowering young people…

How to Handle Failure & Find Success with Serial Entrepreneur Peter Collins

Apr 22, 2025 1h 9m Transcript

If you are interested in entrepreneurship, travel, or you are simply a man who sets the bar high for himself, this episode is for you…why? Because my guest in this episode is Peter Collins, one of…

Travel Stories & Shifting Perspectives with Ruben Vazquez

Apr 05, 2025 47m Transcript

Have you ever lived abroad or considered spending an extended period in another country? I have, but my guest has done it a lot more. Ruben Vazquez is a martial arts and English teacher I met while…

How to Be the 'Right Man' & Find the 'Right Woman' with Dr Ron Johnson

Mar 30, 2025 50m Transcript

Psychologist & author, Dr Ron Johnson, is back with the final part of our four-part series on his book 'Balls: Men Finding Courage with Words, Work, Wine, and Women', and we are tackling the last…

Understanding & Ending Addiction with Dr Ron Johnson

Mar 26, 2025 45m Transcript

"It is rare for a man to have only one addiction."According to Dr Ron Johnson, addictions start as something that is "good" for us but easily become something that we rely upon for relief or…

Finding Work That Matters with Dr Ron Johnson

Mar 15, 2025 39m Transcript

Do you have a job or a profession?According to psychologist and author Dr Ron Johnson, men should find a profession as soon as they can and never stay in a “job”.In Ron’s latest book, 'Balls: Men…

Developing Emotional Intelligence with Dr Ron Johnson

Mar 06, 2025 44m Transcript

Most men would consider themselves to be honest, but what about when it comes to feelings?Talking about feelings isn't common among men - and it's not something we're naturally good at either - but…

Growth Through Struggle with Matthew Efford

Feb 28, 2025 47m Transcript

Personal struggles are often the best opportunities for personal growth, but only if we choose to put in the work.Matthew Efford is a firefighter, business owner, real estate agent, and father who…

From Addict to Entrepreneur with Ken Cox

Feb 15, 2025 51m Transcript

Ken Cox, an entrepreneur and author, offers a profound exploration of addiction, recovery, and personal transformation. He shares his harrowing journey from a debilitating alcohol addiction, which…

Creating Change in Life & Work with Stephen Robles

Jan 01, 2025 57m Transcript

Every man has to figure out what to do for work, but more than just a job, a man’s work is how he communicates himself to the world and makes a positive impact. So what happens when you find yourself…

Fostering Growth in Young Men with Social Worker Shawn Mercer

Nov 29, 2024 1h Transcript

Young men ending up “in the system” can feel like a cyclical, hopeless situation, but hope is always found in the parents, teachers, social workers, and others who strive to foster them toward a…

Faith, Doubt, & Deconstruction with Todd Tremblett

Oct 06, 2024 56m Transcript

Religion.For some, that word sparks thoughts of faith and community; two concepts that are inherently good, but for others, the thought of religion is anything but good.In this episode of The Akkeri…

Mentoring and Managing Emotions with Jason Walsh

Aug 23, 2024 52m Transcript

As a police officer and former child and youth care worker, Jason Walsh has seen the challenges that young men face through several different lenses. Growing up in a lower-income family with a single…

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The Akkeri has published 26 episodes since April 2024, covering topics in Education, Health & Fitness.

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The Akkeri is currently dormant with new episodes every 2 weeks. Average episode length is 51m.

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