Morning Coffee and Existential Brunch is a podcast that explores life's big questions over casual conversations. Hosts Jesse, Ryan, and Alex discuss real issues around mental health, personal growth, and cultivating self-love in an honest yet supportive way. Drawing from their own experiences with depression, anxiety, addiction and more, they aim to reduce stigma through vulnerability and shared understanding. Listeners are challenged to reflect on their inner dialogue and relationship with themselves, offering letters as a way to process emotions. With humor and heart, these friends tackle heavy topics to help others feel less alone in their struggles.
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Booze and Mental Health: Saying the Quiet Parts Out Loud
In this episode Jesse discusses alcohol use and its effects on mental, emotional and spiritual health. Saying the quiet parts out loud. *and yes he knows he said IUD instead of AUD, but we’re leaving it in
25 Jun 2025
Check on your bros
In this episode Jesse addresses Men’s Mental Health Awareness Month. That’s it, you’re going to have to listen to it to get the rest
18 May 2025
S1E10: For the Fellas - The Falsehood of the Dark Masculine
In this provocative episode of Morning Coffee and Existential Brunch, host Jesse Rogers deconstructs the "dark masculine" trend, exposing it as a dangerous repackaging of toxic masculinity. Diving deep into wellness industry rhetoric, he challenges the notion that men must embrace aggressive traits to be whole. With sharp analysis, Jesse breaks down the myths perpetuated by online influencers, advocating instead for emotional intelligence, self-acceptance, and genuine personal growth. Drawing...
26 Mar 2025
S1E9: Masculine Archetypes: Exploring Personal Freedom and Human Nature
In this episode of Morning Coffee and Existential Brunch, Jesse delves into the fascinating world of masculine archetypes, examining their role in understanding human behavior, personal growth, and cultural patterns. Jesse offers a unique perspective on how these universal behavioral patterns can provide insights into personal development and interconnectedness across different cultures and experiences.
10 Oct 2024
S1E8: What I Learned on Summer Vacation
In this episode, Jesse reflects on the lessons he learned over the summer, sharing insights from his personal journal entries and experiences. He delves into the importance of living in the present moment, trusting your intuition, and rejecting conventional wisdom when it comes to relationships and personal growth. Jesse discusses his journey of starting his own business, overcoming the fear of "not being ready," and the impact of comments from others about his relationship history. He also e...
26 Jun 2024
S1E7: Pride In the Name of Love
Jesse hosts a discussion on Pride Month and LGBTQ+ acceptance. He reflects on the progress made towards equality but also the struggles still faced by many. Jesse emphasizes showing compassion over judgment and respecting people's identities, as identities are complex and labels mean little. The discussion aims to promote understanding and kindness towards all.
7 Jun 2024
We Got Distracted – Understanding ADHD
In this episode, Jesse, Alex, and Ryan discuss their experiences with ADHD and neurodivergence. They explore common traits like emotional dysregulation, hyperfocus, distractibility and more. They also address misunderstandings around ADHD and offer advice to both those with ADHD and neurotypical listeners on how to be more understanding and supportive of each other.
7 Jun 2024
S1E6: We Got Distracted – Understanding ADHD
In this episode, Jesse, Alex, and Ryan discuss their experiences with ADHD and neurodivergence. They explore common traits like emotional dysregulation, hyperfocus, distractibility and more. They also address misunderstandings around ADHD and offer advice to both those with ADHD and neurotypical listeners on how to be more understanding and supportive of each other.
30 May 2024
S1E5: Loneliness and Listening
On this episode Jesse discusses the importance of listening to others and overcoming loneliness. He shares his personal experiences with isolation as a single father and struggles with depression. Jesse emphasizes self-trust and the courage to be authentic despite fear of judgment. An encouraging message about mental health, connections, and choosing one's path.
30 May 2024
Loneliness and Listening
On this episode Jesse discusses the importance of listening to others and overcoming loneliness. He shares his personal experiences with isolation as a single father and struggles with depression. Jesse emphasizes self-trust and the courage to be authentic despite fear of judgment. An encouraging message about mental health, connections, and choosing one's path.
2 May 2024
I'm Not Normal
In this episode, host Jesse Rodgers reflects on the purpose of his podcast and encourages listeners to embrace vulnerability and authenticity. Jesse shares his struggle with vulnerability in real life despite feeling comfortable speaking openly on the podcast. They emphasize the importance of honest discussions about mental health, spirituality, and philosophy to promote understanding. Listeners are encouraged to share their thoughts and spread positivity.
2 May 2024
S1E4: I'm Not Normal
In this episode, host Jesse Rodgers reflects on the purpose of his podcast and encourages listeners to embrace vulnerability and authenticity. Jesse shares his struggle with vulnerability in real life despite feeling comfortable speaking openly on the podcast. They emphasize the importance of honest discussions about mental health, spirituality, and philosophy to promote understanding. Listeners are encouraged to share their thoughts and spread positivity.
25 Mar 2024
Small Changes for Big Impact: Boosting Self-Care Habits
In this episode of Morning Coffee and Existential Brunch; hosts Jesse, Ryan, and Alex discuss practical methods for incorporating self-care into daily life. They explore easy activities like writing, art, exercise, and spending time in nature that can be done in small doses to boost self-love. The hosts also cover spiritual practices like meditation, prayer, and smudging as ways to relieve stress and be present. Listeners are challenged to choose two new self-care activities to try twice a week for 30 days to enhance well-being and self-acceptance.
25 Mar 2024
S1E3: Small Changes for Big Impact: Boosting Self-Care Habits
In this episode of Morning Coffee and Existential Brunch; hosts Jesse, Ryan, and Alex discuss practical methods for incorporating self-care into daily life. They explore easy activities like writing, art, exercise, and spending time in nature that can be done in small doses to boost self-love. The hosts also cover spiritual practices like meditation, prayer, and smudging as ways to relieve stress and be present. Listeners are challenged to choose two new self-care activities to try twice a week for 30 days to enhance well-being and self-acceptance.
18 Mar 2024
Mini Episode: Trust Your Intuition and Take Risks
"Take chances, make mistakes, get messy!"
18 Mar 2024
S1E2: Mini Episode: Trust Your Intuition and Take Risks
"Take chances, make mistakes, get messy!"
26 Feb 2024
S1E1: Letters to Myself - A Coping Tool for Dark Days
In this honest discussion, the hosts open up about their personal struggles with mental health, self-doubt and the difficulties of self-love. They explore why cultivating compassion for oneself can be such a challenge, despite its importance for well-being. Listen in as they share vulnerable stories from their own experiences and discuss tools that have helped, like writing letters to their past or present selves. The group also examines societal pressures that undermine self-worth and how to challenge those harmful narratives. Most powerfully, they encourage listeners to reflect on their inner dialogue and try writing a self-love letter of their own. For anyone struggling to love themselves, this episode provides solace in shared understanding.
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