Midlife Mavericks Podcast

About Midlife Mavericks Podcast

The Midlife Mavericks Podcast brings raw, unfiltered conversations with men in midlife. Guests share what’s working, what’s challenging, and the lessons they’ve learned about health, relationships, purpose, and personal growth. It’s a space for men to be honest, vulnerable, and real, helping listeners feel understood, supported, and inspired to take the next step in their own lives with clarity and confidence.

Publisher

StreTch Rayner

Category

health & fitness

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

31 Mar 2024

Latest episode

21 May 2026

Latest episodes

48 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   21 May 2026

   He Chased Success Until It Started Breaking Him | Sean McManus

   For men in midlife wrestling with pressure, identity, success, fatherhood, purpose and the fear they’re drifting through life.What We Cover- Why many men tie worth to achievement - The hidden trap of comfort - Fatherhood and leadership pressure - Brotherhood and finding better men around you - Why strength training changes more than your body - Responsibility as freedom - What success really means now Sean's Links:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theseanmcmanusFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/sean.mcmanus.965X: https://x.com/theseanmcmanusTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@theseanmcmanusChapters00:00 Navigating Midlife Numbness05:28 Redefining Success in Adulthood11:42 Confronting Fears of Inadequacy17:22 Investing in Relationships for Growth23:20 Chasing Financial Freedom32:24 Taking Responsibility for Change39:27 Transformations Through Strength Training47:47 Intentional Living and Nutrition for Family54:22 Pursuing Fulfillment in Midlife59:40 Self-Reflection and Responsibility01:11:51 The Weight of Midlife Expectations

2. 

   19 Apr 2026

   The Hidden Crisis Men Face When Success Stops Working | Jay Setchell

   What happens when the body breaks... but the man remains? This conversation is for men who fear decline, irrelevance, or losing the identity they built their life on. Jay Setchell has survived death multiple times, paralysis, trauma, and decades of adversity. But this episode is not about survival. It is about what remains when strength can no longer be physical. What We Cover Why many men confuse performance with worth Strength beyond muscles and money Faith, resilience, grit, and identity What suffering can teach a man Why midlife can become a rebirth Jay's Website: https://neverquittrying.com/ (https://neverquittrying.com/) Chapters 00:00 Navigating Midlife Identity Crises 05:54 Foundations of Responsibility and Upbringing 11:54 The Impact of Faith and Spirituality 18:00 Resilience Through Pain and Adversity 23:55 Mindset: The Key to Overcoming Challenges 30:10 A Brush with Death: The Emergency Room Experience 34:29 The Long Road to Recovery: Hope and Determination 39:17 Resilience Through Pain: Lessons from Multiple Accidents 43:26 The Essence of Life: Time and Purpose 48:09 Identity Beyond Titles: Discovering True Worth 52:41 The Power of Grit: Overcoming Challenges 59:08 Navigating Modern Motivational Culture: Grit vs. Softness 01:04:02 Embracing Mischief and Responsibility 01:04:55 Balancing Determination and Faith 01:07:19 Daily Life and Overcoming Challenges 01:10:14 Innovations in Battlefield Training 01:13:37 Legacy of Never Quitting 01:15:29 Defining Inner Strength 01:16:29 Reflections on Life and Legacy 01:18:10 Hard Truths and Inner Strength 01:20:32 Heritage and Identity 01:22:32 Understanding True Strength 01:24:17 Grief and Gratitude 01:25:28 Final Thoughts and Advice 01:28:24 Redefining Strength in Midlife 01:29:25 The Essence of True Leadership

3. 

   5 Apr 2026

   The Life You’re Working For Might Not Exist | Roy Coughlan

   Most men don’t lose everything overnight. They slowly lose themselves… while building a life that looks successful from the outside. This conversation explores what happens when that illusion breaks. This episode is for men in midlife who feel the pressure of responsibility, success, and identity… but are starting to question whether it’s actually working. What We Cover Why success can become a survival strategy What it feels like to lose everything The emotional cost men don’t talk about Rebuilding identity after collapse Letting go of external validation Living in the present vs chasing the future Join the Midlife Mavericks Brotherhood:👉 https://www.skool.com/midlife-maverick/about (https://www.skool.com/midlife-maverick/about) Roy's Links Website: https://roycoughlan.com/ (https://roycoughlan.com/) YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@roycoughlan (https://www.youtube.com/@roycoughlan) Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/roy_coughlan (https://www.instagram.com/roy_coughlan) Chapters 00:00 Childhood Influences and Entrepreneurial Spirit 05:56 The Impact of Upbringing on Emotional Development 10:41 Building Confidence Through Martial Arts 16:21 Questioning Beliefs and Embracing Change 21:20 The Vaccine Debate and Personal Responsibility 25:05 Overcoming Fear of Public Speaking3 0:41 Transformation from Shyness to Confidence 33:58 Redefining Success: Living in the Moment 7:45 The Journey of Self-Discovery After Loss 39:15 Emotional Turmoil: Anger and Depression 52:23 Unlearning External Validation 59:33 Aligning Life with Personal Values 01:04:06 Overcoming Self-Doubt and Embracing Opportunities 01:05:54 The Impact of Content Creation on Lives 01:09:16 Finding Your Mission and Making a Difference 01:11:26 The Importance of Authenticity in Business 01:13:56 Balancing Knowledge and Action 01:19:44 Prioritising Health and Well-Being 01:23:53 Reflecting on Personal Truths and Legacy 01:31:19 The Game of Life: Understanding Control and Freedom 01:32:22 Reevaluating Identity: From Proving to Living

Who has been a guest on Midlife Mavericks Podcast

Names identified in recent episode analyses. Showing up to five guests.

• Arnold Beekes
• Mike Dyson
• Astren Smith

Reach and audience

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Apple Podcasts (US)

5.0 / 5

1 ratings

Podcast Authority Score: 26 / 100

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39

Social presence

0

YouTube

0

Engagement

32