The MAJO Podcast Transistor (https://transistor.fm) https://feeds.transistor.fm/the-majo-podcast The MAJO Podcast is what happens when grown-ass married men say the quiet part out loud. Join husband, dad, and psychotherapist Derek, husband, dad, bariatric patient and influencer Jason, and a new guest each week for funny, unfiltered convos about marriage, fatherhood, identity, and all the emotional sh*t we were never taught to talk about—but probably should. © 2026 The MAJO Podcast 9a774477-4c31-5ca0-8b92-7df4e27637c5 no en Wed, 06 May 2026 06:00:09 -0500 Wed, 06 May 2026 06:02:03 -0500 https://img.transistorcdn.com/ZAnQLjV9WmyYXxb42AE3JGqAogV1Bw1S9_KlNwJCcu8/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:1400/h:1400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS84ZDRh/YzI3Njc5MTY3Mjky/ZDE5NmFjZTBhNDZh/OGI3Zi5wbmc.jpg The MAJO Podcast episodic The MAJO Podcast The MAJO Podcast is what happens when grown-ass married men say the quiet part out loud. Join husband, dad, and psychotherapist Derek, husband, dad, bariatric patient and influencer Jason, and a new guest each week for funny, unfiltered convos about marriage, fatherhood, identity, and all the emotional sh*t we were never taught to talk about—but probably should. The MAJO Podcast is what happens when grown-ass married men say the quiet part out loud. The MAJO Podcast No No E32: Do Men Really Want Independent Women? 32 32 E32: Do Men Really Want Independent Women? full 8829a262-4aab-4cb2-b2cc-c88985a78ca2 https://share.transistor.fm/s/34f805de Men say they want an independent woman… until she doesn’t need them. So what is it really? In this episode, the guys get into the tension between independence and connection. What it means to feel needed, what it means to be chosen, and why that dynamic matters more than most people want to admit. They unpack how roles, expectations, and identity show up in relationships, especially for men who feel the pressure to lead, provide, and still feel wanted at the same time. The conversation moves into real-life examples - where independence creates strength… and where it quietly creates distance.

It’s not about control. It’s not about power. It’s about understanding the difference between: being needed… and being chosen. And why the healthiest relationships might actually require both.

]]> Men say they want an independent woman… until she doesn’t need them. So what is it really? In this episode, the guys get into the tension between independence and connection. What it means to feel needed, what it means to be chosen, and why that dynamic matters more than most people want to admit. They unpack how roles, expectations, and identity show up in relationships, especially for men who feel the pressure to lead, provide, and still feel wanted at the same time. The conversation moves into real-life examples - where independence creates strength… and where it quietly creates distance.

It’s not about control. It’s not about power. It’s about understanding the difference between: being needed… and being chosen. And why the healthiest relationships might actually require both.

]]> Wed, 06 May 2026 06:00:00 -0500 The MAJO Podcast The MAJO Podcast 3879 Men say they want an independent woman… until she doesn’t need them. So what is it really? In this episode, the guys get into the tension between independence and connection. What it means to feel needed, what it means to be chosen, and why that dynamic matters more than most people want to admit. They unpack how roles, expectations, and identity show up in relationships, especially for men who feel the pressure to lead, provide, and still feel wanted at the same time. The conversation moves into real-life examples - where independence creates strength… and where it quietly creates distance.

It’s not about control. It’s not about power. It’s about understanding the difference between: being needed… and being chosen. And why the healthiest relationships might actually require both.

]]> No E31: The Lie Men Chase About Happiness 31 31 E31: The Lie Men Chase About Happiness full b5db1559-aa5f-4a99-96b8-ba19cb6929cf https://share.transistor.fm/s/90e0448e Most men are chasing something. More money. More success. More status. That feeling of finally “getting there.” However, what happens when you get there… and it still doesn’t feel like enough?

In this episode, Derek and Jason unpack the lie a lot of men don’t even realize they’re living - the belief that the next level will finally bring peace, confidence, or fulfillment. They get into the pressure to perform, chasing validation, and how early experiences shape what we think happiness is supposed to look like in the first place. The conversation goes deeper into what men actually want underneath it all - respect, connection, being chosen - and why those things often get buried under the constant drive to achieve.

This one isn’t about doing more. It’s about asking a better question: Is what you’re chasing even yours?

]]> Most men are chasing something. More money. More success. More status. That feeling of finally “getting there.” However, what happens when you get there… and it still doesn’t feel like enough?

In this episode, Derek and Jason unpack the lie a lot of men don’t even realize they’re living - the belief that the next level will finally bring peace, confidence, or fulfillment. They get into the pressure to perform, chasing validation, and how early experiences shape what we think happiness is supposed to look like in the first place. The conversation goes deeper into what men actually want underneath it all - respect, connection, being chosen - and why those things often get buried under the constant drive to achieve.

This one isn’t about doing more. It’s about asking a better question: Is what you’re chasing even yours?

]]> Wed, 29 Apr 2026 06:00:00 -0500 The MAJO Podcast The MAJO Podcast 3459 Most men are chasing something. More money. More success. More status. That feeling of finally “getting there.” However, what happens when you get there… and it still doesn’t feel like enough?

In this episode, Derek and Jason unpack the lie a lot of men don’t even realize they’re living - the belief that the next level will finally bring peace, confidence, or fulfillment. They get into the pressure to perform, chasing validation, and how early experiences shape what we think happiness is supposed to look like in the first place. The conversation goes deeper into what men actually want underneath it all - respect, connection, being chosen - and why those things often get buried under the constant drive to achieve.

This one isn’t about doing more. It’s about asking a better question: Is what you’re chasing even yours?

]]> Yes E30: Why Men Feel Like They’re Losing (Just From Scrolling) 30 30 E30: Why Men Feel Like They’re Losing (Just From Scrolling) full 7c2a7132-ec78-410c-948d-96cbf46cac0e https://share.transistor.fm/s/e3ab4f32 Most men won’t say it out loud… but we all feel it. You can be sitting on your couch, minding your business - and five minutes into scrolling, suddenly feel like you’re behind in life. Money. Body. Lifestyle. Success. It’s all right there in your face, all day. In this episode, the guys get real about how social media has quietly changed the way men compete - and how much of that pressure is built on things that aren’t even real. They talk about comparison, clout vs respect, fake lifestyles, gym culture, and the internal pressure to “keep up” even when you don’t actually want what you’re chasing. But underneath all of that, the conversation goes deeper - into insecurity, identity, what we learned growing up, and why so many men feel like they’re never quite enough… even when they’re doing more than they realize. If you’ve ever felt like you’re falling behind just from scrolling your phone… this one’s for you.

]]> Most men won’t say it out loud… but we all feel it. You can be sitting on your couch, minding your business - and five minutes into scrolling, suddenly feel like you’re behind in life. Money. Body. Lifestyle. Success. It’s all right there in your face, all day. In this episode, the guys get real about how social media has quietly changed the way men compete - and how much of that pressure is built on things that aren’t even real. They talk about comparison, clout vs respect, fake lifestyles, gym culture, and the internal pressure to “keep up” even when you don’t actually want what you’re chasing. But underneath all of that, the conversation goes deeper - into insecurity, identity, what we learned growing up, and why so many men feel like they’re never quite enough… even when they’re doing more than they realize. If you’ve ever felt like you’re falling behind just from scrolling your phone… this one’s for you.

]]> Wed, 25 Mar 2026 06:00:00 -0500 The MAJO Podcast The MAJO Podcast 4720 Most men won’t say it out loud… but we all feel it. You can be sitting on your couch, minding your business - and five minutes into scrolling, suddenly feel like you’re behind in life. Money. Body. Lifestyle. Success. It’s all right there in your face, all day. In this episode, the guys get real about how social media has quietly changed the way men compete - and how much of that pressure is built on things that aren’t even real. They talk about comparison, clout vs respect, fake lifestyles, gym culture, and the internal pressure to “keep up” even when you don’t actually want what you’re chasing. But underneath all of that, the conversation goes deeper - into insecurity, identity, what we learned growing up, and why so many men feel like they’re never quite enough… even when they’re doing more than they realize. If you’ve ever felt like you’re falling behind just from scrolling your phone… this one’s for you.

]]> No E29 Why Is It So Hard for Men to Be Emotionally Available? 29 29 E29 Why Is It So Hard for Men to Be Emotionally Available? full 46c0dd5c-ae50-4209-a192-3c04cc4c7d45 https://share.transistor.fm/s/585ccadd In this episode of The MAJO Podcast, Derek, Jason, and Chris dig into why emotional availability is so hard for so many men, and where that struggle actually begins. They talk about the messages boys absorb early about crying, toughness, anger, and what emotions are “allowed,” and how those lessons follow men into adulthood, relationships, and fatherhood. The conversation gets honest about bullying, family dynamics, shutting down, and the fear that vulnerability will be judged, dismissed, or used against you. It’s funny in places, real in others, and underneath it all is a simple truth: a lot of men aren’t distant because they don’t care. They’re trying to navigate emotions they were never really taught how to hold.

]]> In this episode of The MAJO Podcast, Derek, Jason, and Chris dig into why emotional availability is so hard for so many men, and where that struggle actually begins. They talk about the messages boys absorb early about crying, toughness, anger, and what emotions are “allowed,” and how those lessons follow men into adulthood, relationships, and fatherhood. The conversation gets honest about bullying, family dynamics, shutting down, and the fear that vulnerability will be judged, dismissed, or used against you. It’s funny in places, real in others, and underneath it all is a simple truth: a lot of men aren’t distant because they don’t care. They’re trying to navigate emotions they were never really taught how to hold.

]]> Wed, 11 Mar 2026 06:00:00 -0500 The MAJO Podcast The MAJO Podcast 3273 In this episode of The MAJO Podcast, Derek, Jason, and Chris dig into why emotional availability is so hard for so many men, and where that struggle actually begins. They talk about the messages boys absorb early about crying, toughness, anger, and what emotions are “allowed,” and how those lessons follow men into adulthood, relationships, and fatherhood. The conversation gets honest about bullying, family dynamics, shutting down, and the fear that vulnerability will be judged, dismissed, or used against you. It’s funny in places, real in others, and underneath it all is a simple truth: a lot of men aren’t distant because they don’t care. They’re trying to navigate emotions they were never really taught how to hold.

]]> No E28: You Can Complain and Still Be a Good Man. 28 28 E28: You Can Complain and Still Be a Good Man. full 1aea6632-c2ed-4f87-b867-23f0a73ee5e7 https://share.transistor.fm/s/020d108d This week we walked in with no outline and decided to freestyle… and somehow ended up having one of the realest conversations we’ve had in a while. What started as random chaos turned into a deep dive on caregiving, marriage, resentment, and the guilt that comes with saying “I’m tired” when the people you love need you. We talked about the pressure men feel to just handle it, why expressing frustration feels like weakness, and whether you can complain about your situation without being a bad husband, son, or father. 

Of course, it wouldn’t be us without going completely off the rails - Vegas plans, strip club debates, OnlyGrands™, and enough side quests to qualify as an ADHD documentary.


Underneath the jokes though, there’s something real: you can love your people deeply and still admit this is a lot. 

Follow and subscribe so you don’t miss what we’re building.

#TheMAJOPodcast #SelfImprovementForMen #MensGrowth #RelationshipPodcast #MarriagePodcast #MensSupport 

]]> This week we walked in with no outline and decided to freestyle… and somehow ended up having one of the realest conversations we’ve had in a while. What started as random chaos turned into a deep dive on caregiving, marriage, resentment, and the guilt that comes with saying “I’m tired” when the people you love need you. We talked about the pressure men feel to just handle it, why expressing frustration feels like weakness, and whether you can complain about your situation without being a bad husband, son, or father. 

Of course, it wouldn’t be us without going completely off the rails - Vegas plans, strip club debates, OnlyGrands™, and enough side quests to qualify as an ADHD documentary.


Underneath the jokes though, there’s something real: you can love your people deeply and still admit this is a lot. 

Follow and subscribe so you don’t miss what we’re building.

#TheMAJOPodcast #SelfImprovementForMen #MensGrowth #RelationshipPodcast #MarriagePodcast #MensSupport 

]]> Wed, 04 Mar 2026 06:00:00 -0600 The MAJO Podcast The MAJO Podcast 4525 This week we walked in with no outline and decided to freestyle… and somehow ended up having one of the realest conversations we’ve had in a while. What started as random chaos turned into a deep dive on caregiving, marriage, resentment, and the guilt that comes with saying “I’m tired” when the people you love need you. We talked about the pressure men feel to just handle it, why expressing frustration feels like weakness, and whether you can complain about your situation without being a bad husband, son, or father. 

Of course, it wouldn’t be us without going completely off the rails - Vegas plans, strip club debates, OnlyGrands™, and enough side quests to qualify as an ADHD documentary.


Underneath the jokes though, there’s something real: you can love your people deeply and still admit this is a lot. 

Follow and subscribe so you don’t miss what we’re building.

#TheMAJOPodcast #SelfImprovementForMen #MensGrowth #RelationshipPodcast #MarriagePodcast #MensSupport 

]]> No E27: Your Kids Don’t Owe You Gratitude. 27 27 E27: Your Kids Don’t Owe You Gratitude. full 77a09fc0-b679-453b-97a8-94d94103fbfe https://share.transistor.fm/s/7dba2581 Chris Stewart is officially the third host of The MAJO Podcast, and we figured there was no better way to kick off this new chapter than with a conversation that might irritate a few parents. We unpack a viral statement that says children don’t owe their parents gratitude for doing what parents are supposed to do - feeding them, showing up, providing. From there, the conversation gets honest. When we expect a “thank you,” are we looking for appreciation… or validation? We talk about parenting as responsibility, not transaction, the rise of adult children distancing themselves from their parents, and the uncomfortable reality that sometimes we want our kids to confirm that we mattered. This one isn’t anti-parent. It’s anti-ego. And if it hit a nerve, that might be the point. 

]]> Chris Stewart is officially the third host of The MAJO Podcast, and we figured there was no better way to kick off this new chapter than with a conversation that might irritate a few parents. We unpack a viral statement that says children don’t owe their parents gratitude for doing what parents are supposed to do - feeding them, showing up, providing. From there, the conversation gets honest. When we expect a “thank you,” are we looking for appreciation… or validation? We talk about parenting as responsibility, not transaction, the rise of adult children distancing themselves from their parents, and the uncomfortable reality that sometimes we want our kids to confirm that we mattered. This one isn’t anti-parent. It’s anti-ego. And if it hit a nerve, that might be the point. 

]]> Wed, 25 Feb 2026 06:00:00 -0600 The MAJO Podcast The MAJO Podcast 3540 Chris Stewart is officially the third host of The MAJO Podcast, and we figured there was no better way to kick off this new chapter than with a conversation that might irritate a few parents. We unpack a viral statement that says children don’t owe their parents gratitude for doing what parents are supposed to do - feeding them, showing up, providing. From there, the conversation gets honest. When we expect a “thank you,” are we looking for appreciation… or validation? We talk about parenting as responsibility, not transaction, the rise of adult children distancing themselves from their parents, and the uncomfortable reality that sometimes we want our kids to confirm that we mattered. This one isn’t anti-parent. It’s anti-ego. And if it hit a nerve, that might be the point. 

]]> No E26: High Value or High Delusion? 26 26 E26: High Value or High Delusion? full d08cb7f9-cc47-4d31-b143-f6b61671193f https://share.transistor.fm/s/c0df805a In this episode of The MAJO Podcast, Derek, Jason, and guest host Chris Stewart unpack the viral idea that a man needs hundreds of thousands, or even millions, before he’s “ready” to date. They start with the absurdity of social media standards, but quickly move into the deeper question: when did money become the measure of a man? The guys talk about provider pressure, comparison culture, and the quiet fear many men carry about being replaceable. They explore how childhood messages about achievement and security still shape how we tie our worth to our income, and whether ambition is always about growth, or sometimes about armor. This isn’t about attacking women or defending broke men. It’s about redefining what actually makes someone ready for a relationship, and why character, stability, and emotional maturity might matter more than a savings account screenshot. 

]]> In this episode of The MAJO Podcast, Derek, Jason, and guest host Chris Stewart unpack the viral idea that a man needs hundreds of thousands, or even millions, before he’s “ready” to date. They start with the absurdity of social media standards, but quickly move into the deeper question: when did money become the measure of a man? The guys talk about provider pressure, comparison culture, and the quiet fear many men carry about being replaceable. They explore how childhood messages about achievement and security still shape how we tie our worth to our income, and whether ambition is always about growth, or sometimes about armor. This isn’t about attacking women or defending broke men. It’s about redefining what actually makes someone ready for a relationship, and why character, stability, and emotional maturity might matter more than a savings account screenshot. 

]]> Wed, 18 Feb 2026 06:00:00 -0600 The MAJO Podcast The MAJO Podcast 5028 In this episode of The MAJO Podcast, Derek, Jason, and guest host Chris Stewart unpack the viral idea that a man needs hundreds of thousands, or even millions, before he’s “ready” to date. They start with the absurdity of social media standards, but quickly move into the deeper question: when did money become the measure of a man? The guys talk about provider pressure, comparison culture, and the quiet fear many men carry about being replaceable. They explore how childhood messages about achievement and security still shape how we tie our worth to our income, and whether ambition is always about growth, or sometimes about armor. This isn’t about attacking women or defending broke men. It’s about redefining what actually makes someone ready for a relationship, and why character, stability, and emotional maturity might matter more than a savings account screenshot. 

]]> No E24: We Can’t Talk Anymore (Unless We Agree) 24 24 E24: We Can’t Talk Anymore (Unless We Agree) full bc0d97e2-7453-4673-b52b-714b4d38e2dc https://share.transistor.fm/s/e32a96d7 In this episode of The MAJO Podcast, Derek and Jason step back and look at why it’s become so hard for people to talk to each other when there’s disagreement, and what that breakdown is costing our relationships. They explore how identity, fear of being misunderstood, and the need to be “right” quietly shut down curiosity and connection in marriages, friendships, and families. Without leaning into politics or hot takes, the guys unpack how listening has turned into defending, how disagreement now feels like rejection, and why learning to stay present instead of reactive matters more than ever. It’s a grounded, reflective episode about communication, humility, and finding a way back to real conversations, even when they’re uncomfortable.

]]> In this episode of The MAJO Podcast, Derek and Jason step back and look at why it’s become so hard for people to talk to each other when there’s disagreement, and what that breakdown is costing our relationships. They explore how identity, fear of being misunderstood, and the need to be “right” quietly shut down curiosity and connection in marriages, friendships, and families. Without leaning into politics or hot takes, the guys unpack how listening has turned into defending, how disagreement now feels like rejection, and why learning to stay present instead of reactive matters more than ever. It’s a grounded, reflective episode about communication, humility, and finding a way back to real conversations, even when they’re uncomfortable.

]]> Wed, 04 Feb 2026 06:00:00 -0600 The MAJO Podcast The MAJO Podcast 4112 In this episode of The MAJO Podcast, Derek and Jason step back and look at why it’s become so hard for people to talk to each other when there’s disagreement, and what that breakdown is costing our relationships. They explore how identity, fear of being misunderstood, and the need to be “right” quietly shut down curiosity and connection in marriages, friendships, and families. Without leaning into politics or hot takes, the guys unpack how listening has turned into defending, how disagreement now feels like rejection, and why learning to stay present instead of reactive matters more than ever. It’s a grounded, reflective episode about communication, humility, and finding a way back to real conversations, even when they’re uncomfortable.

]]> No E23: "What Does This Cost Me Now?" 23 23 E23: "What Does This Cost Me Now?" full 8bb931fe-4df8-4ed7-afd6-c44c6992c9a3 https://share.transistor.fm/s/d86846f1 In this episode of The MAJO Podcast, Derek and Jason sit with Cameron Durand, a singer and songwriter, to talk about a question that hits a lot of men quietly as they get older: What does pursuing what I love actually cost me now? This isn’t just a conversation about music or creativity. It’s about identity, responsibility, and the tension between passion and practicality that shows up in careers, relationships, health, and purpose. They explore how early messages about worth, performance, and success shape the way men push themselves, struggle with rest, and feel torn between feeding their soul and maintaining stability. It’s an honest conversation about redefining success, grieving old versions of ourselves, protecting what still matters, and learning how to pursue meaning without burning everything else to the ground.

]]> In this episode of The MAJO Podcast, Derek and Jason sit with Cameron Durand, a singer and songwriter, to talk about a question that hits a lot of men quietly as they get older: What does pursuing what I love actually cost me now? This isn’t just a conversation about music or creativity. It’s about identity, responsibility, and the tension between passion and practicality that shows up in careers, relationships, health, and purpose. They explore how early messages about worth, performance, and success shape the way men push themselves, struggle with rest, and feel torn between feeding their soul and maintaining stability. It’s an honest conversation about redefining success, grieving old versions of ourselves, protecting what still matters, and learning how to pursue meaning without burning everything else to the ground.

]]> Wed, 28 Jan 2026 06:00:00 -0600 The MAJO Podcast The MAJO Podcast 5066 In this episode of The MAJO Podcast, Derek and Jason sit with Cameron Durand, a singer and songwriter, to talk about a question that hits a lot of men quietly as they get older: What does pursuing what I love actually cost me now? This isn’t just a conversation about music or creativity. It’s about identity, responsibility, and the tension between passion and practicality that shows up in careers, relationships, health, and purpose. They explore how early messages about worth, performance, and success shape the way men push themselves, struggle with rest, and feel torn between feeding their soul and maintaining stability. It’s an honest conversation about redefining success, grieving old versions of ourselves, protecting what still matters, and learning how to pursue meaning without burning everything else to the ground.

]]> No E22: Should You Get It Out Of Your System Before Saying 'I Do'? 22 22 E22: Should You Get It Out Of Your System Before Saying 'I Do'? full 1d614c52-f32e-41ee-9b6f-b355bb7ab593 https://share.transistor.fm/s/a922ef43 In this episode of The MAJO Podcast, Derek, Jason, and AJ Bussey dig into a question a lot of men carry quietly but rarely say out loud: Did I miss something by committing too soon? They talk honestly about how sexual history, masculinity, and societal expectations shape men’s sense of identity, and the assumptions men make about each other based on experience alone. Through personal stories and reflection, the conversation moves beyond sex itself and into deeper territory: grief over unlived paths, curiosity versus commitment, and the pressure men feel to prove something they can’t quite name. This isn’t a conversation about permission or condemnation. It’s about understanding desire without letting it destroy what matters, and learning how to own your story, your choices, and your commitment with maturity and honesty.

]]> In this episode of The MAJO Podcast, Derek, Jason, and AJ Bussey dig into a question a lot of men carry quietly but rarely say out loud: Did I miss something by committing too soon? They talk honestly about how sexual history, masculinity, and societal expectations shape men’s sense of identity, and the assumptions men make about each other based on experience alone. Through personal stories and reflection, the conversation moves beyond sex itself and into deeper territory: grief over unlived paths, curiosity versus commitment, and the pressure men feel to prove something they can’t quite name. This isn’t a conversation about permission or condemnation. It’s about understanding desire without letting it destroy what matters, and learning how to own your story, your choices, and your commitment with maturity and honesty.

]]> Wed, 14 Jan 2026 06:00:00 -0600 The MAJO Podcast The MAJO Podcast 5476 In this episode of The MAJO Podcast, Derek, Jason, and AJ Bussey dig into a question a lot of men carry quietly but rarely say out loud: Did I miss something by committing too soon? They talk honestly about how sexual history, masculinity, and societal expectations shape men’s sense of identity, and the assumptions men make about each other based on experience alone. Through personal stories and reflection, the conversation moves beyond sex itself and into deeper territory: grief over unlived paths, curiosity versus commitment, and the pressure men feel to prove something they can’t quite name. This isn’t a conversation about permission or condemnation. It’s about understanding desire without letting it destroy what matters, and learning how to own your story, your choices, and your commitment with maturity and honesty.

]]> No E21: Why We’re Here and Where We’re Headed 21 21 E21: Why We’re Here and Where We’re Headed full e2bca190-4d63-49ac-aa02-6d4877e7f491 https://share.transistor.fm/s/e4c95602 In this milestone episode of The MAJO Podcast, Derek and Jason pause to reflect on what it’s taken to reach episode 21. The conversations that surprised them, the moments that went deeper than expected, and the unexpected ways listeners have connected with the show. They talk honestly about what it’s like to co-host real, vulnerable conversations, why authenticity matters more than having the right answers, and how talking openly about mental health, relationships, and identity has shaped both the podcast and their own lives. This episode is part reflection, part gratitude, and part invitation as they share where they hope the show is headed next and ask listeners to help shape the conversations to come.

]]> In this milestone episode of The MAJO Podcast, Derek and Jason pause to reflect on what it’s taken to reach episode 21. The conversations that surprised them, the moments that went deeper than expected, and the unexpected ways listeners have connected with the show. They talk honestly about what it’s like to co-host real, vulnerable conversations, why authenticity matters more than having the right answers, and how talking openly about mental health, relationships, and identity has shaped both the podcast and their own lives. This episode is part reflection, part gratitude, and part invitation as they share where they hope the show is headed next and ask listeners to help shape the conversations to come.

]]> Wed, 07 Jan 2026 06:00:00 -0600 The MAJO Podcast The MAJO Podcast 3362 In this milestone episode of The MAJO Podcast, Derek and Jason pause to reflect on what it’s taken to reach episode 21. The conversations that surprised them, the moments that went deeper than expected, and the unexpected ways listeners have connected with the show. They talk honestly about what it’s like to co-host real, vulnerable conversations, why authenticity matters more than having the right answers, and how talking openly about mental health, relationships, and identity has shaped both the podcast and their own lives. This episode is part reflection, part gratitude, and part invitation as they share where they hope the show is headed next and ask listeners to help shape the conversations to come.

]]> No E20: You're Not Lazy, You Might Have ADHD 20 20 E20: You're Not Lazy, You Might Have ADHD full eb4f728c-d94f-434b-86c7-e0f7d730257a https://share.transistor.fm/s/577706b2 In this episode of The MAJO Podcast, Derek and Jason sit down with Marcus Jackson and Dr. Scott Secor for an honest conversation about ADHD and the quiet shame that often comes with it. They unpack how labels like “lazy,” “unmotivated,” or “not living up to potential” take root early in life, and how those stories follow people into adulthood, relationships, work, and leadership. Together, they explore common myths about ADHD, the emotional toll of misunderstanding and self-judgment, and why so many people don’t realize what’s really going on until later in life. This episode isn’t about excuses or shortcuts. It’s about understanding how your brain works, loosening old shame, and discovering that being wired differently doesn’t mean you’re broken. It means there’s another way forward.

]]> In this episode of The MAJO Podcast, Derek and Jason sit down with Marcus Jackson and Dr. Scott Secor for an honest conversation about ADHD and the quiet shame that often comes with it. They unpack how labels like “lazy,” “unmotivated,” or “not living up to potential” take root early in life, and how those stories follow people into adulthood, relationships, work, and leadership. Together, they explore common myths about ADHD, the emotional toll of misunderstanding and self-judgment, and why so many people don’t realize what’s really going on until later in life. This episode isn’t about excuses or shortcuts. It’s about understanding how your brain works, loosening old shame, and discovering that being wired differently doesn’t mean you’re broken. It means there’s another way forward.

]]> Wed, 31 Dec 2025 06:00:00 -0600 The MAJO Podcast The MAJO Podcast 5108 In this episode of The MAJO Podcast, Derek and Jason sit down with Marcus Jackson and Dr. Scott Secor for an honest conversation about ADHD and the quiet shame that often comes with it. They unpack how labels like “lazy,” “unmotivated,” or “not living up to potential” take root early in life, and how those stories follow people into adulthood, relationships, work, and leadership. Together, they explore common myths about ADHD, the emotional toll of misunderstanding and self-judgment, and why so many people don’t realize what’s really going on until later in life. This episode isn’t about excuses or shortcuts. It’s about understanding how your brain works, loosening old shame, and discovering that being wired differently doesn’t mean you’re broken. It means there’s another way forward.

]]> ADHD, relationships, therapy, parenting No E19: Bariatric Real Talk: Poop, Skin, and Sex 19 19 E19: Bariatric Real Talk: Poop, Skin, and Sex full 100593e6-43a9-4001-aa2b-9d8baa7c3b11 https://share.transistor.fm/s/9521bf7a In this episode, Derek, Jason, and bariatric patient and influencer John Arpino break down the myths and stigma surrounding bariatric surgery and get honest about what life actually looks like after massive weight loss. They talk through the physical realities people don’t expect, the emotional and identity shifts that come with a changing body, and how relationships and intimacy are often impacted in ways no one prepares you for. This conversation makes it clear that bariatric surgery isn’t an easy way out. It’s the beginning of a lifelong mental, emotional, and relational journey that requires support, self-honesty, and ongoing work. It’s raw, personal, and grounded in real experience, not before-and-after fantasies. 

]]> In this episode, Derek, Jason, and bariatric patient and influencer John Arpino break down the myths and stigma surrounding bariatric surgery and get honest about what life actually looks like after massive weight loss. They talk through the physical realities people don’t expect, the emotional and identity shifts that come with a changing body, and how relationships and intimacy are often impacted in ways no one prepares you for. This conversation makes it clear that bariatric surgery isn’t an easy way out. It’s the beginning of a lifelong mental, emotional, and relational journey that requires support, self-honesty, and ongoing work. It’s raw, personal, and grounded in real experience, not before-and-after fantasies. 

]]> Wed, 24 Dec 2025 06:00:00 -0600 The MAJO Podcast The MAJO Podcast 5482 In this episode, Derek, Jason, and bariatric patient and influencer John Arpino break down the myths and stigma surrounding bariatric surgery and get honest about what life actually looks like after massive weight loss. They talk through the physical realities people don’t expect, the emotional and identity shifts that come with a changing body, and how relationships and intimacy are often impacted in ways no one prepares you for. This conversation makes it clear that bariatric surgery isn’t an easy way out. It’s the beginning of a lifelong mental, emotional, and relational journey that requires support, self-honesty, and ongoing work. It’s raw, personal, and grounded in real experience, not before-and-after fantasies. 

]]> No E18: More Than Just A Quickie 18 18 E18: More Than Just A Quickie full a76506c2-3803-4578-83cb-daf10074818f https://share.transistor.fm/s/fbb4a430 In this final episode of the five-part Sex and Intimacy series, Derek, Jason, and Dr. Piyush Patel, a Clinical Sexologist, explore why so many couples fall into fast, functional sex instead of intimacy that actually feels connecting. They unpack how vulnerability, cultural messages, performance pressure, and avoidance patterns quietly shape a couple’s sex life, often without either partner realizing it. The conversation highlights the importance of emotional health, communication, and presence, offering practical ways couples can slow down, feel safer with each other, and rebuild intimacy that goes beyond just getting through the moment.

]]> In this final episode of the five-part Sex and Intimacy series, Derek, Jason, and Dr. Piyush Patel, a Clinical Sexologist, explore why so many couples fall into fast, functional sex instead of intimacy that actually feels connecting. They unpack how vulnerability, cultural messages, performance pressure, and avoidance patterns quietly shape a couple’s sex life, often without either partner realizing it. The conversation highlights the importance of emotional health, communication, and presence, offering practical ways couples can slow down, feel safer with each other, and rebuild intimacy that goes beyond just getting through the moment.

]]> Wed, 17 Dec 2025 06:00:00 -0600 The MAJO Podcast The MAJO Podcast 3434 In this final episode of the five-part Sex and Intimacy series, Derek, Jason, and Dr. Piyush Patel, a Clinical Sexologist, explore why so many couples fall into fast, functional sex instead of intimacy that actually feels connecting. They unpack how vulnerability, cultural messages, performance pressure, and avoidance patterns quietly shape a couple’s sex life, often without either partner realizing it. The conversation highlights the importance of emotional health, communication, and presence, offering practical ways couples can slow down, feel safer with each other, and rebuild intimacy that goes beyond just getting through the moment.

]]> No E17: She Said It Feels It Feels Like A Chore 17 17 E17: She Said It Feels It Feels Like A Chore full 0b8209da-9e48-4e8f-8da9-8d4cb264f279 https://share.transistor.fm/s/07a977e2 In this episode, Derek, Jason, and guest host Dr. Piyush Patel, a clinical sexologist, unpack what really happens when sex starts feeling like a chore instead of a connection. They explore how emotional labor, exhaustion, and the shift into parenthood quietly reshape intimacy, and why men often look to sex for connection while women often need connection before sex. They talk about how childhood stories, unmet needs, and feeling unseen can make desire disappear on both sides. At its heart, this episode is about rediscovering sex as something playful, mutual, and emotionally honest, and learning how open communication and vulnerability can help couples reconnect when intimacy starts to feel heavy.

]]> In this episode, Derek, Jason, and guest host Dr. Piyush Patel, a clinical sexologist, unpack what really happens when sex starts feeling like a chore instead of a connection. They explore how emotional labor, exhaustion, and the shift into parenthood quietly reshape intimacy, and why men often look to sex for connection while women often need connection before sex. They talk about how childhood stories, unmet needs, and feeling unseen can make desire disappear on both sides. At its heart, this episode is about rediscovering sex as something playful, mutual, and emotionally honest, and learning how open communication and vulnerability can help couples reconnect when intimacy starts to feel heavy.

]]> Wed, 10 Dec 2025 06:00:00 -0600 The MAJO Podcast The MAJO Podcast 3740 In this episode, Derek, Jason, and guest host Dr. Piyush Patel, a clinical sexologist, unpack what really happens when sex starts feeling like a chore instead of a connection. They explore how emotional labor, exhaustion, and the shift into parenthood quietly reshape intimacy, and why men often look to sex for connection while women often need connection before sex. They talk about how childhood stories, unmet needs, and feeling unseen can make desire disappear on both sides. At its heart, this episode is about rediscovering sex as something playful, mutual, and emotionally honest, and learning how open communication and vulnerability can help couples reconnect when intimacy starts to feel heavy.

]]> No E16: Why Do Men Struggle To Feel Loved? 16 16 E16: Why Do Men Struggle To Feel Loved? full c27d18c3-625b-4ec2-ad23-fb1fd55178d9 https://share.transistor.fm/s/a1141451 In this episode, Derek, Jason, and Chris Stewart dig into why so many men quietly struggle to feel loved, even in good relationships. The guys talk openly about how childhood experiences, family messages, emotional shutdown, and pride shape the way men interpret love. They explore the gap between how love is shown and how it’s actually felt, why men often miss the love that’s being offered, and how hard it can be to let in anything that feels exposing or unfamiliar. From being heard to feeling respected to unlearning old beliefs, this conversation pulls apart the deeper layers of what love really means for men, and why receiving it can sometimes feel harder than giving it. It’s honest, reflective, and full of those “Oh… that’s me” moments.

]]> In this episode, Derek, Jason, and Chris Stewart dig into why so many men quietly struggle to feel loved, even in good relationships. The guys talk openly about how childhood experiences, family messages, emotional shutdown, and pride shape the way men interpret love. They explore the gap between how love is shown and how it’s actually felt, why men often miss the love that’s being offered, and how hard it can be to let in anything that feels exposing or unfamiliar. From being heard to feeling respected to unlearning old beliefs, this conversation pulls apart the deeper layers of what love really means for men, and why receiving it can sometimes feel harder than giving it. It’s honest, reflective, and full of those “Oh… that’s me” moments.

]]> Wed, 03 Dec 2025 06:00:00 -0600 The MAJO Podcast The MAJO Podcast 3847 In this episode, Derek, Jason, and Chris Stewart dig into why so many men quietly struggle to feel loved, even in good relationships. The guys talk openly about how childhood experiences, family messages, emotional shutdown, and pride shape the way men interpret love. They explore the gap between how love is shown and how it’s actually felt, why men often miss the love that’s being offered, and how hard it can be to let in anything that feels exposing or unfamiliar. From being heard to feeling respected to unlearning old beliefs, this conversation pulls apart the deeper layers of what love really means for men, and why receiving it can sometimes feel harder than giving it. It’s honest, reflective, and full of those “Oh… that’s me” moments.

]]> No E15: Can We Still Be Hot Together? 15 15 E15: Can We Still Be Hot Together? full 0c1666ff-e175-4e27-bb73-97b946b89c6a https://share.transistor.fm/s/06b97976 In this episode, Derek, Jason, and their friend Dr. Piyush Patel, a Clinical Sexologist, get honest about what happens when your body changes and your confidence can’t keep up. They talk through the insecurities that show up in long-term relationships - avoiding touch, brushing off compliments, feeling disconnected - and how so much of that traces back to old messages we absorbed about attraction, worth, and shame. It’s a real conversation about why intimacy gets harder when we stop feeling good in our skin, and how couples can rebuild connection by getting vulnerable instead of hiding. At the end of the day, the episode reminds us that being “hot together” has way less to do with looking like you did at 25, and way more to do with feeling seen, safe, and wanted right now.

]]> In this episode, Derek, Jason, and their friend Dr. Piyush Patel, a Clinical Sexologist, get honest about what happens when your body changes and your confidence can’t keep up. They talk through the insecurities that show up in long-term relationships - avoiding touch, brushing off compliments, feeling disconnected - and how so much of that traces back to old messages we absorbed about attraction, worth, and shame. It’s a real conversation about why intimacy gets harder when we stop feeling good in our skin, and how couples can rebuild connection by getting vulnerable instead of hiding. At the end of the day, the episode reminds us that being “hot together” has way less to do with looking like you did at 25, and way more to do with feeling seen, safe, and wanted right now.

]]> Wed, 26 Nov 2025 06:00:00 -0600 The MAJO Podcast The MAJO Podcast 4544 In this episode, Derek, Jason, and their friend Dr. Piyush Patel, a Clinical Sexologist, get honest about what happens when your body changes and your confidence can’t keep up. They talk through the insecurities that show up in long-term relationships - avoiding touch, brushing off compliments, feeling disconnected - and how so much of that traces back to old messages we absorbed about attraction, worth, and shame. It’s a real conversation about why intimacy gets harder when we stop feeling good in our skin, and how couples can rebuild connection by getting vulnerable instead of hiding. At the end of the day, the episode reminds us that being “hot together” has way less to do with looking like you did at 25, and way more to do with feeling seen, safe, and wanted right now.

]]> No E14: Does Therapy Make You Soft Part 2 14 14 E14: Does Therapy Make You Soft Part 2 full bebd6699-bc8a-4231-be06-c963391bf88b https://share.transistor.fm/s/a29faefe In Part 2 of this conversation, Derek, Jason, and therapist Tony Gonzalez pick up right where they left off, diving even deeper into the fears, pressures, and unspoken wounds that keep so many men from reaching out for help. What starts as a conversation about therapy and masculinity turns into something far more honest: the quiet ways men fall apart, the moments they hide from everyone, and the breaking points that finally force them to stop running. The guys talk openly about the internal battles men fight alone, the shame that keeps them silent, and the kind of strength it takes to actually face your own story. This second half goes deeper into what healing really looks like: finding the right therapist, confronting the past without drowning in it, and learning that vulnerability isn’t softness, it’s the beginning of becoming someone new. It’s raw, personal, and a reminder that emotional honesty might be the strongest thing a man can do.

]]> In Part 2 of this conversation, Derek, Jason, and therapist Tony Gonzalez pick up right where they left off, diving even deeper into the fears, pressures, and unspoken wounds that keep so many men from reaching out for help. What starts as a conversation about therapy and masculinity turns into something far more honest: the quiet ways men fall apart, the moments they hide from everyone, and the breaking points that finally force them to stop running. The guys talk openly about the internal battles men fight alone, the shame that keeps them silent, and the kind of strength it takes to actually face your own story. This second half goes deeper into what healing really looks like: finding the right therapist, confronting the past without drowning in it, and learning that vulnerability isn’t softness, it’s the beginning of becoming someone new. It’s raw, personal, and a reminder that emotional honesty might be the strongest thing a man can do.

]]> Wed, 19 Nov 2025 06:00:00 -0600 The MAJO Podcast The MAJO Podcast 3828 In Part 2 of this conversation, Derek, Jason, and therapist Tony Gonzalez pick up right where they left off, diving even deeper into the fears, pressures, and unspoken wounds that keep so many men from reaching out for help. What starts as a conversation about therapy and masculinity turns into something far more honest: the quiet ways men fall apart, the moments they hide from everyone, and the breaking points that finally force them to stop running. The guys talk openly about the internal battles men fight alone, the shame that keeps them silent, and the kind of strength it takes to actually face your own story. This second half goes deeper into what healing really looks like: finding the right therapist, confronting the past without drowning in it, and learning that vulnerability isn’t softness, it’s the beginning of becoming someone new. It’s raw, personal, and a reminder that emotional honesty might be the strongest thing a man can do.

]]> No E13: Does Therapy Make You Soft Part 1 13 13 E13: Does Therapy Make You Soft Part 1 full b1fcb1e4-ff86-4f00-ba41-7b4839eabfce https://share.transistor.fm/s/cfedf3c4 In this episode of The MAJO Podcast, Derek and Jason sit down with therapist Anthony Gonzalez, LCSW, QS, to take an honest look at why so many men still see therapy as weakness. They talk about how culture, family, and generational messages have shaped the way men see emotions, and why that conditioning can make it so hard to reach out for help. Tony shares insight from the therapy room about what real strength looks like when men start facing what they’ve been running from, including how childhood experiences quietly shape who we become as partners, fathers, and friends. Together, they dig into the importance of finding the right therapist, revisiting the past without getting stuck there, and learning to see vulnerability as one of the truest forms of courage. It’s a raw conversation about unlearning old ideas of manhood, embracing emotional honesty, and understanding that therapy isn’t about getting soft, it’s about getting real.

]]> In this episode of The MAJO Podcast, Derek and Jason sit down with therapist Anthony Gonzalez, LCSW, QS, to take an honest look at why so many men still see therapy as weakness. They talk about how culture, family, and generational messages have shaped the way men see emotions, and why that conditioning can make it so hard to reach out for help. Tony shares insight from the therapy room about what real strength looks like when men start facing what they’ve been running from, including how childhood experiences quietly shape who we become as partners, fathers, and friends. Together, they dig into the importance of finding the right therapist, revisiting the past without getting stuck there, and learning to see vulnerability as one of the truest forms of courage. It’s a raw conversation about unlearning old ideas of manhood, embracing emotional honesty, and understanding that therapy isn’t about getting soft, it’s about getting real.

]]> Wed, 12 Nov 2025 06:00:00 -0600 The MAJO Podcast The MAJO Podcast 3690 In this episode of The MAJO Podcast, Derek and Jason sit down with therapist Anthony Gonzalez, LCSW, QS, to take an honest look at why so many men still see therapy as weakness. They talk about how culture, family, and generational messages have shaped the way men see emotions, and why that conditioning can make it so hard to reach out for help. Tony shares insight from the therapy room about what real strength looks like when men start facing what they’ve been running from, including how childhood experiences quietly shape who we become as partners, fathers, and friends. Together, they dig into the importance of finding the right therapist, revisiting the past without getting stuck there, and learning to see vulnerability as one of the truest forms of courage. It’s a raw conversation about unlearning old ideas of manhood, embracing emotional honesty, and understanding that therapy isn’t about getting soft, it’s about getting real.

]]> Yes E12: The Time I Almost Got Divorced Over The Dishwasher 12 12 E12: The Time I Almost Got Divorced Over The Dishwasher full 98888779-8073-4af1-9ccf-954d191a3302 https://share.transistor.fm/s/67a9d11e In this episode of The MAJO Podcast, Derek, Jason, and guest host Chef Ked Barrett (@chef_ked) dive into one of marriage’s most relatable battles — the petty fights that carry much deeper meaning. What starts as a dishwasher argument turns into an honest conversation about resentment, emotional labor, and the silent expectations that can slowly erode connection. Together, they unpack how unspoken pressure, financial stress, and outside opinions shape the dynamics between partners. Through humor and honesty, the guys reflect on how communication, empathy, and a willingness to repair can turn even the smallest arguments into opportunities for growth and understanding. 

]]> In this episode of The MAJO Podcast, Derek, Jason, and guest host Chef Ked Barrett (@chef_ked) dive into one of marriage’s most relatable battles — the petty fights that carry much deeper meaning. What starts as a dishwasher argument turns into an honest conversation about resentment, emotional labor, and the silent expectations that can slowly erode connection. Together, they unpack how unspoken pressure, financial stress, and outside opinions shape the dynamics between partners. Through humor and honesty, the guys reflect on how communication, empathy, and a willingness to repair can turn even the smallest arguments into opportunities for growth and understanding. 

]]> Wed, 05 Nov 2025 06:00:00 -0600 The MAJO Podcast The MAJO Podcast 4520 In this episode of The MAJO Podcast, Derek, Jason, and guest host Chef Ked Barrett (@chef_ked) dive into one of marriage’s most relatable battles — the petty fights that carry much deeper meaning. What starts as a dishwasher argument turns into an honest conversation about resentment, emotional labor, and the silent expectations that can slowly erode connection. Together, they unpack how unspoken pressure, financial stress, and outside opinions shape the dynamics between partners. Through humor and honesty, the guys reflect on how communication, empathy, and a willingness to repair can turn even the smallest arguments into opportunities for growth and understanding. 

]]> No E11: We Don’t Talk About Sex So We Argue About Dishes 11 11 E11: We Don’t Talk About Sex So We Argue About Dishes full af752285-de56-42eb-898e-68e6005a3013 https://share.transistor.fm/s/17d127b8 This week, Derek and Jason sit down with guest host Piyush Patel to talk about what really happens when couples stop talking about sex. They get honest about the emotional disconnection that creeps in, the fights that mask deeper needs, and why shame and silence are so common in long-term relationships. They also tackle a listener question about how antidepressants and anxiety meds can kill libido — and how couples can stay connected through it. This episode isn’t about quick fixes; it’s about learning to talk, play, and rebuild closeness when desire feels complicated.

]]> This week, Derek and Jason sit down with guest host Piyush Patel to talk about what really happens when couples stop talking about sex. They get honest about the emotional disconnection that creeps in, the fights that mask deeper needs, and why shame and silence are so common in long-term relationships. They also tackle a listener question about how antidepressants and anxiety meds can kill libido — and how couples can stay connected through it. This episode isn’t about quick fixes; it’s about learning to talk, play, and rebuild closeness when desire feels complicated.

]]> Mon, 27 Oct 2025 00:26:48 -0500 The MAJO Podcast The MAJO Podcast 4522 This week, Derek and Jason sit down with guest host Piyush Patel to talk about what really happens when couples stop talking about sex. They get honest about the emotional disconnection that creeps in, the fights that mask deeper needs, and why shame and silence are so common in long-term relationships. They also tackle a listener question about how antidepressants and anxiety meds can kill libido — and how couples can stay connected through it. This episode isn’t about quick fixes; it’s about learning to talk, play, and rebuild closeness when desire feels complicated.

]]> Relationships, marriage, sex, therapy, men, manhood No E10: Nobody Taught Us How to Fight Fair 10 10 E10: Nobody Taught Us How to Fight Fair full d1674925-76ec-41f0-b244-37037ace1ff5 https://share.transistor.fm/s/195f5768 In this episode of The MAJO Podcast, Derek, Jason, and guest host AJ Bussey get real about one of the hardest parts of marriage — conflict. Most of us grew up watching people fight, not repair. We learned to win arguments or walk away, not how to stay connected when things get hard. The guys dig into how childhood patterns, pride, and fear show up in our adult relationships and how those unspoken lessons shape the way we love. They talk about what it means to “fight fair,” how to apologize without ego, and why learning to listen instead of defend can change everything. This one’s for anyone who’s ever looked at their partner mid-argument and thought, “Nobody ever taught us how to do this.”

]]> In this episode of The MAJO Podcast, Derek, Jason, and guest host AJ Bussey get real about one of the hardest parts of marriage — conflict. Most of us grew up watching people fight, not repair. We learned to win arguments or walk away, not how to stay connected when things get hard. The guys dig into how childhood patterns, pride, and fear show up in our adult relationships and how those unspoken lessons shape the way we love. They talk about what it means to “fight fair,” how to apologize without ego, and why learning to listen instead of defend can change everything. This one’s for anyone who’s ever looked at their partner mid-argument and thought, “Nobody ever taught us how to do this.”

]]> Wed, 22 Oct 2025 06:00:00 -0500 The MAJO Podcast The MAJO Podcast 4797 In this episode of The MAJO Podcast, Derek, Jason, and guest host AJ Bussey get real about one of the hardest parts of marriage — conflict. Most of us grew up watching people fight, not repair. We learned to win arguments or walk away, not how to stay connected when things get hard. The guys dig into how childhood patterns, pride, and fear show up in our adult relationships and how those unspoken lessons shape the way we love. They talk about what it means to “fight fair,” how to apologize without ego, and why learning to listen instead of defend can change everything. This one’s for anyone who’s ever looked at their partner mid-argument and thought, “Nobody ever taught us how to do this.”

]]> No E9: I Miss The Guy I Used To Be 9 9 E9: I Miss The Guy I Used To Be full 130ceb45-5dbb-4b5f-b01b-038ec998e6d8 https://share.transistor.fm/s/f7c5ae1b In this episode of The MAJO Podcast, Derek sits down with guest hosts Ryan Jackson and Rudolph “PJ” Tolar for an honest conversation about change, identity, and what it means to outgrow the man you used to be. They talk about how life’s biggest shifts — losing weight, rebuilding after loss, finding faith again — can bring both pride and grief, and how growth can sometimes make you miss the version of yourself that felt simpler or lighter. Together, they explore the emotional work of becoming someone new while still honoring the man who got you here. The conversation touches on rebuilding confidence, rediscovering purpose, and learning how to carry the best parts of your past into who you’re becoming. It’s real, reflective, and a reminder that you don’t have to hate who you were to love who you’re becoming.

]]> In this episode of The MAJO Podcast, Derek sits down with guest hosts Ryan Jackson and Rudolph “PJ” Tolar for an honest conversation about change, identity, and what it means to outgrow the man you used to be. They talk about how life’s biggest shifts — losing weight, rebuilding after loss, finding faith again — can bring both pride and grief, and how growth can sometimes make you miss the version of yourself that felt simpler or lighter. Together, they explore the emotional work of becoming someone new while still honoring the man who got you here. The conversation touches on rebuilding confidence, rediscovering purpose, and learning how to carry the best parts of your past into who you’re becoming. It’s real, reflective, and a reminder that you don’t have to hate who you were to love who you’re becoming.

]]> Wed, 15 Oct 2025 06:04:05 -0500 The MAJO Podcast The MAJO Podcast 5044 In this episode of The MAJO Podcast, Derek sits down with guest hosts Ryan Jackson and Rudolph “PJ” Tolar for an honest conversation about change, identity, and what it means to outgrow the man you used to be. They talk about how life’s biggest shifts — losing weight, rebuilding after loss, finding faith again — can bring both pride and grief, and how growth can sometimes make you miss the version of yourself that felt simpler or lighter. Together, they explore the emotional work of becoming someone new while still honoring the man who got you here. The conversation touches on rebuilding confidence, rediscovering purpose, and learning how to carry the best parts of your past into who you’re becoming. It’s real, reflective, and a reminder that you don’t have to hate who you were to love who you’re becoming.

]]> No E8: I Want Her. She Wants Sleep. 8 8 E8: I Want Her. She Wants Sleep. full 95698542-dc27-49ee-b87e-b238a52f991e https://share.transistor.fm/s/eaf465ce In this first installment of The MAJO Podcast’s five-part series on sex and intimacy, Derek, Jason, and their friend Piyush Patel — a clinical sexologist — dive into one of the most common struggles in marriage: mismatched desire. Why does it often feel like one partner wants more, while the other just wants rest? The guys explore the deeper layers behind that tension — from stress, timing, and emotional connection, to what’s really underneath men’s pursuit of sex and women’s longing for closeness. They talk honestly about shifting desire over time, the role of everyday intimacy, and how to navigate rejection without resentment. Through humor, honesty, and hard-earned insight, this conversation opens the door to a much bigger discussion about what it means to stay connected, seen, and desired in long-term relationships.

]]> In this first installment of The MAJO Podcast’s five-part series on sex and intimacy, Derek, Jason, and their friend Piyush Patel — a clinical sexologist — dive into one of the most common struggles in marriage: mismatched desire. Why does it often feel like one partner wants more, while the other just wants rest? The guys explore the deeper layers behind that tension — from stress, timing, and emotional connection, to what’s really underneath men’s pursuit of sex and women’s longing for closeness. They talk honestly about shifting desire over time, the role of everyday intimacy, and how to navigate rejection without resentment. Through humor, honesty, and hard-earned insight, this conversation opens the door to a much bigger discussion about what it means to stay connected, seen, and desired in long-term relationships.

]]> Wed, 08 Oct 2025 06:00:00 -0500 The MAJO Podcast The MAJO Podcast 4161 In this first installment of The MAJO Podcast’s five-part series on sex and intimacy, Derek, Jason, and their friend Piyush Patel — a clinical sexologist — dive into one of the most common struggles in marriage: mismatched desire. Why does it often feel like one partner wants more, while the other just wants rest? The guys explore the deeper layers behind that tension — from stress, timing, and emotional connection, to what’s really underneath men’s pursuit of sex and women’s longing for closeness. They talk honestly about shifting desire over time, the role of everyday intimacy, and how to navigate rejection without resentment. Through humor, honesty, and hard-earned insight, this conversation opens the door to a much bigger discussion about what it means to stay connected, seen, and desired in long-term relationships.

]]> Yes E7: Why Is It So Hard To Make Friends As A Grown Man? 7 7 E7: Why Is It So Hard To Make Friends As A Grown Man? full ea55ca28-5c2f-4f93-8457-af0b1ada9517 https://share.transistor.fm/s/d0e7101e In this episode of The MAJO Podcast, Derek and Jason dive into why making and keeping friends gets so hard for men as they get older. From the steep decline in close male friendships to the pressures of marriage, fatherhood, and work, they unpack the cultural messages that keep men from being vulnerable and real with each other. The conversation explores how friendships change over time, why so many men end up leaning only on their partners for emotional support, and what’s lost when guys don’t have a brotherhood to lean on. With humor and honesty, Derek and Jason highlight the importance of vulnerability, emotional intelligence, and authentic connection — and encourage men to take small, intentional steps toward building the kind of friendships that make life lighter.

]]> In this episode of The MAJO Podcast, Derek and Jason dive into why making and keeping friends gets so hard for men as they get older. From the steep decline in close male friendships to the pressures of marriage, fatherhood, and work, they unpack the cultural messages that keep men from being vulnerable and real with each other. The conversation explores how friendships change over time, why so many men end up leaning only on their partners for emotional support, and what’s lost when guys don’t have a brotherhood to lean on. With humor and honesty, Derek and Jason highlight the importance of vulnerability, emotional intelligence, and authentic connection — and encourage men to take small, intentional steps toward building the kind of friendships that make life lighter.

]]> Wed, 01 Oct 2025 06:00:00 -0500 The MAJO Podcast The MAJO Podcast 4421 In this episode of The MAJO Podcast, Derek and Jason dive into why making and keeping friends gets so hard for men as they get older. From the steep decline in close male friendships to the pressures of marriage, fatherhood, and work, they unpack the cultural messages that keep men from being vulnerable and real with each other. The conversation explores how friendships change over time, why so many men end up leaning only on their partners for emotional support, and what’s lost when guys don’t have a brotherhood to lean on. With humor and honesty, Derek and Jason highlight the importance of vulnerability, emotional intelligence, and authentic connection — and encourage men to take small, intentional steps toward building the kind of friendships that make life lighter.

]]> No E6: They Don't Need Me Like They Used To 6 6 E6: They Don't Need Me Like They Used To full d2e94c73-803e-447b-b346-0f596186929a https://share.transistor.fm/s/7a995707 In this episode of the MAJO Podcast, Derek and Jason get real about the emotional rollercoaster of fatherhood as kids grow from dependence to independence. They share the sting of shifting from “superhero dad” to background character, the struggles of raising teenagers, and the bittersweet pride of watching children step into adulthood. The conversation digs into the dangers of parenting out of fear, the power of vulnerability, and the importance of repairing connections with adult kids. Along the way, they talk about how to have tough conversations — whether it’s with your spouse, your teens, or people who see the world differently — and why being present matters more than being perfect.

]]> In this episode of the MAJO Podcast, Derek and Jason get real about the emotional rollercoaster of fatherhood as kids grow from dependence to independence. They share the sting of shifting from “superhero dad” to background character, the struggles of raising teenagers, and the bittersweet pride of watching children step into adulthood. The conversation digs into the dangers of parenting out of fear, the power of vulnerability, and the importance of repairing connections with adult kids. Along the way, they talk about how to have tough conversations — whether it’s with your spouse, your teens, or people who see the world differently — and why being present matters more than being perfect.

]]> Wed, 24 Sep 2025 09:20:43 -0500 The MAJO Podcast The MAJO Podcast 4434 In this episode of the MAJO Podcast, Derek and Jason get real about the emotional rollercoaster of fatherhood as kids grow from dependence to independence. They share the sting of shifting from “superhero dad” to background character, the struggles of raising teenagers, and the bittersweet pride of watching children step into adulthood. The conversation digs into the dangers of parenting out of fear, the power of vulnerability, and the importance of repairing connections with adult kids. Along the way, they talk about how to have tough conversations — whether it’s with your spouse, your teens, or people who see the world differently — and why being present matters more than being perfect.

]]> parenting, relationships, humor No E5: Raising Girls In A World That's Nuts 5 5 E5: Raising Girls In A World That's Nuts full 2c741db6-865b-42aa-960e-7cb1f013c320 https://share.transistor.fm/s/4d854b4a In this episode of the MAJO Podcast, Jason, Derek, and guest host Christopher Stewart get real about what it’s like raising daughters in a world that feels absolutely nuts. From the pressure to protect them, to the challenge of giving them freedom, to the fear of what they face online and in everyday life — nothing’s off the table. We share our own stories, the mistakes, the laughs, and the gut-punch moments that come with being a girl dad. It’s honest, it’s vulnerable, and it’s full of the kind of conversations every dad needs to have, whether your daughters are little, grown, or somewhere in between.

]]> In this episode of the MAJO Podcast, Jason, Derek, and guest host Christopher Stewart get real about what it’s like raising daughters in a world that feels absolutely nuts. From the pressure to protect them, to the challenge of giving them freedom, to the fear of what they face online and in everyday life — nothing’s off the table. We share our own stories, the mistakes, the laughs, and the gut-punch moments that come with being a girl dad. It’s honest, it’s vulnerable, and it’s full of the kind of conversations every dad needs to have, whether your daughters are little, grown, or somewhere in between.

]]> Wed, 17 Sep 2025 06:00:00 -0500 The MAJO Podcast The MAJO Podcast 5701 In this episode of the MAJO Podcast, Jason, Derek, and guest host Christopher Stewart get real about what it’s like raising daughters in a world that feels absolutely nuts. From the pressure to protect them, to the challenge of giving them freedom, to the fear of what they face online and in everyday life — nothing’s off the table. We share our own stories, the mistakes, the laughs, and the gut-punch moments that come with being a girl dad. It’s honest, it’s vulnerable, and it’s full of the kind of conversations every dad needs to have, whether your daughters are little, grown, or somewhere in between.

]]> No E4: Can You Love Your Wife and Still Miss Being Alone 4 4 E4: Can You Love Your Wife and Still Miss Being Alone full b57c34b4-3d8e-48e3-9e29-b9ed1580ef9c https://share.transistor.fm/s/b9d6edb9 In this episode of the MAJO Podcast, Jason, Derek, and guest host Chris Stewart open up about the tension between loving your family and still craving time alone. Through personal stories and honest reflection, they unpack the guilt, humor, and real-life challenges men face when balancing marriage, fatherhood, and personal space. The conversation dives into how communication and respect shape healthy relationships, why alone time matters for showing up well as a husband and dad, and how identity shifts as kids grow older. With laughs and raw honesty, the hosts remind us that making room for both connection and solitude is essential for keeping marriages strong and families healthy.

]]> In this episode of the MAJO Podcast, Jason, Derek, and guest host Chris Stewart open up about the tension between loving your family and still craving time alone. Through personal stories and honest reflection, they unpack the guilt, humor, and real-life challenges men face when balancing marriage, fatherhood, and personal space. The conversation dives into how communication and respect shape healthy relationships, why alone time matters for showing up well as a husband and dad, and how identity shifts as kids grow older. With laughs and raw honesty, the hosts remind us that making room for both connection and solitude is essential for keeping marriages strong and families healthy.

]]> Wed, 10 Sep 2025 06:00:00 -0500 The MAJO Podcast The MAJO Podcast 4662 In this episode of the MAJO Podcast, Jason, Derek, and guest host Chris Stewart open up about the tension between loving your family and still craving time alone. Through personal stories and honest reflection, they unpack the guilt, humor, and real-life challenges men face when balancing marriage, fatherhood, and personal space. The conversation dives into how communication and respect shape healthy relationships, why alone time matters for showing up well as a husband and dad, and how identity shifts as kids grow older. With laughs and raw honesty, the hosts remind us that making room for both connection and solitude is essential for keeping marriages strong and families healthy.

]]> No E3: Dad Bods and Emotional Damage 3 3 E3: Dad Bods and Emotional Damage full 2f2c0e3d-9cbb-4f8a-8b4e-b26d576ead05 https://share.transistor.fm/s/fddd452c In this episode of the MAJO Podcast, Derek, Jason, and Rob DiMedio dive into the world of dad bods and emotional damage. They swap stories about body image, confidence, and the baggage men often carry into marriage and fatherhood. From the frustrations of weight struggles and shifting fitness goals to the deeper work of emotional healing, the guys keep it honest, raw, and funny. They explore how humor helps men cope, how past wounds sneak into relationships, and what it looks like to model healthier patterns for the next generation.

]]> In this episode of the MAJO Podcast, Derek, Jason, and Rob DiMedio dive into the world of dad bods and emotional damage. They swap stories about body image, confidence, and the baggage men often carry into marriage and fatherhood. From the frustrations of weight struggles and shifting fitness goals to the deeper work of emotional healing, the guys keep it honest, raw, and funny. They explore how humor helps men cope, how past wounds sneak into relationships, and what it looks like to model healthier patterns for the next generation.

]]> Wed, 03 Sep 2025 06:00:00 -0500 The MAJO Podcast The MAJO Podcast 6045 In this episode of the MAJO Podcast, Derek, Jason, and Rob DiMedio dive into the world of dad bods and emotional damage. They swap stories about body image, confidence, and the baggage men often carry into marriage and fatherhood. From the frustrations of weight struggles and shifting fitness goals to the deeper work of emotional healing, the guys keep it honest, raw, and funny. They explore how humor helps men cope, how past wounds sneak into relationships, and what it looks like to model healthier patterns for the next generation.

]]> No E2: Do Men Even Know What They're Feeling 2 2 E2: Do Men Even Know What They're Feeling full b24565cf-b7a2-4c62-bfe3-e17d1fa490f3 https://share.transistor.fm/s/ece239d8 Do men even know what they’re feeling? In this episode of the MAJO Podcast, Derek and Jason sit down with guest host AJ Bussey to get real about fatherhood, masculinity, and the messiness of emotions. They share the struggles men face in learning (or not learning) how to name what they feel, the cost of staying emotionally unavailable, and why presence matters more than perfection in parenting. From locker rooms to living rooms, they dive into how athletic identities, fatherhood, and faith shape the way men handle emotions. The conversation gets raw about marriage, raising kids who understand their feelings, and what it means to break the cycle for the next generation. With a mix of humor, honesty, and a few unfiltered confessions, the guys explore how vulnerability, therapy, and accountability can change everything. If you’ve ever wondered why men default to “mad,” “tired,” or “fine,” this one’s for you.

]]> Do men even know what they’re feeling? In this episode of the MAJO Podcast, Derek and Jason sit down with guest host AJ Bussey to get real about fatherhood, masculinity, and the messiness of emotions. They share the struggles men face in learning (or not learning) how to name what they feel, the cost of staying emotionally unavailable, and why presence matters more than perfection in parenting. From locker rooms to living rooms, they dive into how athletic identities, fatherhood, and faith shape the way men handle emotions. The conversation gets raw about marriage, raising kids who understand their feelings, and what it means to break the cycle for the next generation. With a mix of humor, honesty, and a few unfiltered confessions, the guys explore how vulnerability, therapy, and accountability can change everything. If you’ve ever wondered why men default to “mad,” “tired,” or “fine,” this one’s for you.

]]> Wed, 27 Aug 2025 06:00:00 -0500 The MAJO Podcast The MAJO Podcast 5952 Do men even know what they’re feeling? In this episode of the MAJO Podcast, Derek and Jason sit down with guest host AJ Bussey to get real about fatherhood, masculinity, and the messiness of emotions. They share the struggles men face in learning (or not learning) how to name what they feel, the cost of staying emotionally unavailable, and why presence matters more than perfection in parenting. From locker rooms to living rooms, they dive into how athletic identities, fatherhood, and faith shape the way men handle emotions. The conversation gets raw about marriage, raising kids who understand their feelings, and what it means to break the cycle for the next generation. With a mix of humor, honesty, and a few unfiltered confessions, the guys explore how vulnerability, therapy, and accountability can change everything. If you’ve ever wondered why men default to “mad,” “tired,” or “fine,” this one’s for you.

]]> No E1: "Things I Regret I Said While Parenting" 1 1 E1: "Things I Regret I Said While Parenting" full 7920e4c4-9f78-44d4-b968-12384da42336 https://share.transistor.fm/s/12c66d8b In this inaugural episode of The MAJO Podcast, hosts Derek, Jason, and special guest Mack O dive into the humorous and often regretful experiences of parenting. They share personal stories about the things they wish they hadn't said to their children, the lessons learned from those moments, and the impact of language on their kids. In this engaging conversation, the hosts explore the complexities of parenting, sharing personal anecdotes and insights on the evolution of their parenting styles. They discuss the challenges of communication with their children, the importance of repairing relationships after conflicts, and the humorous moments that arise in family life. The hosts also share light-hearted moments, reflecting on their experiences and the lessons learned along the way.

]]> In this inaugural episode of The MAJO Podcast, hosts Derek, Jason, and special guest Mack O dive into the humorous and often regretful experiences of parenting. They share personal stories about the things they wish they hadn't said to their children, the lessons learned from those moments, and the impact of language on their kids. In this engaging conversation, the hosts explore the complexities of parenting, sharing personal anecdotes and insights on the evolution of their parenting styles. They discuss the challenges of communication with their children, the importance of repairing relationships after conflicts, and the humorous moments that arise in family life. The hosts also share light-hearted moments, reflecting on their experiences and the lessons learned along the way.

]]> Wed, 20 Aug 2025 06:00:00 -0500 The MAJO Podcast The MAJO Podcast 4665 In this inaugural episode of The MAJO Podcast, hosts Derek, Jason, and special guest Mack O dive into the humorous and often regretful experiences of parenting. They share personal stories about the things they wish they hadn't said to their children, the lessons learned from those moments, and the impact of language on their kids. In this engaging conversation, the hosts explore the complexities of parenting, sharing personal anecdotes and insights on the evolution of their parenting styles. They discuss the challenges of communication with their children, the importance of repairing relationships after conflicts, and the humorous moments that arise in family life. The hosts also share light-hearted moments, reflecting on their experiences and the lessons learned along the way.

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