The Pocket with Chris Griffin
Conversations about life with Chris Griffin and friends.
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#116: Danny Morel: Why Real Love Terrifies Men
<p>Danny Morel joins me on The Pocket!</p> <p><br></p> <p>This conversation goes deep into emotional wounds, fear, commitment, masculine and feminine energy, and how childhood experiences shape the way men show up in relationships. We talk about why men avoid vulnerability, how chasing success can be a form of avoidance, and what it actually takes to experience real intimacy and freedom in love.</p> <p>This one is confronting, honest, and powerful.</p> <p><br></p> <p>Key Discussion Points</p> Why men are emotionally disconnected How childhood wounds shape adult relationships Fear, commitment, and avoidance...
#115: Miki Agrawal: Why The Most Taboo Ideas Make The Most Money
<p>Today's episode is with Miki Agrawal. </p> <p><br></p> <p>Miki was so amazing. She is the founder of Hiro Diapers, Tushy and Thinx, to name a few.</p> <p><br></p> <p>A leader in women's business and an inspiring, passionate voice. I loved this.</p> <p><br></p> <p>Find out how the most Taboo ideas, make the most amount of money, how women can succeed in business (and if that should be the goal), learn what soft power is, and much much more.</p> <p><br></p> <p>Follow Miki: https://www.instagram.com/mikiagrawal/</p...
#114: Michael Smoak: The Harsh Truth About Love Men Fear To Admit
<p>Big claim: one of my favourite episodes of the year. Michael Smoak (@higherupwellness) returns to the show. </p> <p><br></p> <p>If you liked the first time Mike came on, you wont be disappointed with this one. Completely different conversation, yet an absolute banger.</p> <p><br></p> <p>Something about the synergy we have together is one I’m beyond blessed about.</p> <p><br></p> <p>This episode was all about relationships, love, overcoming hardship, the battles that a man has and so much more.</p> <p><br></p> <p>Follow Michael:</p> <p>https://www.ins...
#113: Todd Anderson: Your Sleep Problem Isn’t Sleep
<p>In this episode, we break down why most people don’t have a sleep problem at all…<br> They have a stress problem, a purpose problem, or a life-awareness problem.</p> <p>Todd Anderson is one of the sharpest voices in the world of sleep, human psychology, and high performance.<br> He’s worked with elite athletes, Fortune 500 teams, and high performers who want to feel better, think clearer, and stop sabotaging themselves.</p> <p><br></p> <p>Key Discussion Points:</p> Why most sleep problems are actually stress and life-awareness problems The fear of losing momentum and the psycho...
#112: Chris Petkas: Why The Most Dangerous Men Are The Most Calm
<p>Today’s episode is with Chris Petkas, former Navy Seal turned VC investor. It was a powerful conversation around grit, determination and the willingness to fail. <br> Chris’ marriage with Codie Sanchez inspires me, Chris’ well rounded success inspires me and Chris’ calm nature inspires me.</p> <p><br></p> <p>I loved this conversation. We also recorded this in a horse stable just out of Austin with 5 real horses behind us.</p> <p><br></p> <p>Key Discussion Points:</p> Why calm men are often the most dangerous How military training builds composure under chaos Naivety as a superpow...
#111: Sage Bender: Leaving Home, Losing Himself, Finding Brotherhood
<p>Welcoming Sage Bender to The Pocket.</p> <p><br></p> <p>We dove deep, shared untold stories and revisited places he hasn't been in a while, sharing stories that have shaped him into the man he is today.</p> <p><br></p> <p>Also, enjoy the horses in the background. We recorded this in a horse stable just outside of Austin. </p> <p><br></p> <p>Follow Sage:</p> <p>https://www.instagram.com/sxgebender/</p> <p><br></p> <p>Follow Chris:</p> <p>https://www.instagram.com/morechrisgriffin/</p> <p><br></p> <p>Chapters:</p> <p>0:00 Why friends m...
#110: Adam Lamb: The Gift of Being Too Dumb To Quit
<p>In this episode, I chat with Adam Lamb, an entrepreneur, investor, and business advisor who’s built and sold multiple companies in healthcare, finance, and consulting. </p> <p><br></p> <p>We dive into what it really means to be “too dumb to quit,” unpacking the role of stubbornness, fear, and confidence in success. Adam opens up about his rough upbringing, how his beliefs about money and success evolved, and what it’s like raising kids in a completely different world than the one he grew up in.</p> <p><br></p> <p>Key Discussion Points:</p> The mindset behind be...
#109: Inside the Mind of a Dictator’s Right-Hand Man (Cillian Dunne)
<p>I sat down with a man that lived with the dictator of Panama’s right hand man… Fascinating to hear what goes behind the scenes regarding global corruption, the relationship between the USA, Panama and China and how what we think is going on, is actually a lie.</p> <p><br></p> <p>Key Discussion Points:</p> Living with a dictator’s right-hand man trained by the CIA, Mossad, and Fidel Castro How the U.S. created and then destroyed its own dictator What “evil” really means after you live with it Quitting his job, broke, and sleeping in cars to ch...
#108: TheTinMen: Why Modern Men Are Struggling (and What No One Admits)
<p>An important discussion with George from TheTinMen about men and the challenges they face daily. We went back and forth, providing differing views, yet both with deep care for the same mission of helping men live lives with more peace, joy and fulfilment. Follow George: https://www.instagram.com/thetinmen/ Follow Chris: https://www.instagram.com/morechrisgriffin/ Chapters: 0:00 Why George Started The Tin Men 2:00 How Schools Are Failing Boys 4:00 The War on Testosterone and Masculinity 6:00 Why Men Can’t Win Anymore 8:00 The Truth Behind “1 in 3 Men Are Violent” 10:00 How False Statistics Erase Male Victims 14:00 When Abuse Against Men Gets Ignore...
#107: Chris Griffin: Struggling to Find Meaning? Start Here.
<p>This is an important episode. I hope you can feel the passion ring through the microphone. I meant every word I said. If you're in a rut or you don't know what to do with your life, then this episode is for you. Follow Chris: https://www.instagram.com/morechrisgriffin/ Chapters: 00:00 What is the meaning of life? 04:30 The best part about no one believing in you 09:00 You can do whatever you want in your life 14:00 My story when things changed 20:00 The more you learn the less you know 25:00 Take the risk… 29:00 Poem 1: Tunnel Vision 33:00 A profound realisation about greatness 38:30 Po...
