KneeToKnee

Male intimacy, sex therapy, couples connection, emotional vulnerability, radical listening, men and loneliness, marriage advice, EFT therapy, attachment styles, KneeToKnee podcast

Melissa Barton is a licensed therapist, couples therapist, and sex therapist based in Utah. Her husband Brad was on KneeToKnee a few weeks back and told us we had to have her on. He was right.

This is one of the most honest conversations we have had on th...

Eric Robinson spent years pastoring a church built for people who didn't normally go to church. The work was meaningful. The stress was unsustainable. So he made a call most people would never consider: he applied to the FBI.

What followed was a 25-year career that included 15 years on FBI SWAT, roles as a tactics instructor, firearms instructor, and fitness instructor, and front-row seats to some of the deepest male bonds you can b...

Darren Parry, former chairman of the Northwestern Band Shoshone Nation, on Bear River Massacre, indigenous wisdom, male leadership, service, brotherhood, and reconnecting men to purpose.

What does it actually mean to lead? Not manage, not dominate, but lead. Darren Parry has spent his life carrying that answer.

Darren is the former chairman of the Northwestern Band of the Shoshone Nation, an educator at Utah State University, and the...

EpicDeca finisher JD Tremblay breaks down blood chemistry, energy regulation & endurance performance. Insert Link

Only 3 people on Earth have completed the Epic Deca — 10 Iron Man distance triathlons across 10 Hawaiian islands. JD Tremblay is one of them. But what makes this conversation different from every other endurance story you've heard is that JD isn't interested in telling you how tough he is. He's here to give you the s...

Veteran mental health, male loneliness, and brotherhood collide in this raw conversation with Lt. Colonel Ryan Reichert on KneeToKnee with Mark Marrott.

Ryan Reichert retired from the Army as a Lieutenant Colonel, landed a Fortune 500 job with a multi-six-figure salary, and found himself completely alone. No brotherhood. No mission. No foundation. What followed was an identity crisis, addiction, divorce, and the hard work of rebuild...

Introvert strengths, deep connections & male loneliness — David Hall reveals the truth about quiet men. Insert Link

Most men have been told their whole lives that being an introvert is something to overcome. In this powerful conversation, introversion expert and podcast host David Hall joins Mark Marrott to bust the biggest myths and flip the script on what it means to be quiet and strong.

David shares the exact moment he stopped...

empathy, mentorship, human connection, active listening, career transition, transferable skills, Utah Highway Patrol, leadership, communication skills, personal growth, emotional intelligence, wellness, relationships, presence, trust, kindness, building connections, career reinvention, workplace communication, mindfulness, resilience, authentic storytelling, community support, personal development, meaningful conversations
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What if shame — not lack of discipline — is the real reason men stay stuck? Kurt Francom built a 20-million-download podcast on human connection, mental health, and the healing power of authentic storytelling. In this conversation, we explore the difference between guilt and shame, why self-acceptance is the foundation of personal growth, and how vulnerability and mindfulness unlock real change. Kurt shares his leadership skills, h...

Kathy Kinghorn (Therapy Utah) breaks down what betrayal trauma really is, how Internal Family Systems helps men understand their own emotional reactions, and why the most powerful thing a man can do with his partner might be choosing to fail together.

CHAPTERS:

00:00 - Introducing Kathy Kinghorn & Therapy Utah

00:43 - Building Therapy Utah: The Whiteboard Method

02:19 - What Betrayal Trauma Really Is (And Isn't)

05:08 - Defensivene...

What does it mean to have a warrior heart — and are you actually living from yours? In this episode of KneeToKnee, Mark sits down with certified speaking professional, licensed psychotherapist, and author Doug Nielsen to explore what it truly means to get unstuck, wake up, and live the life God designed for you.

Doug breaks down the three core desires at the heart of every man — a battle to fight, an adventure to live, and a beauty...

In this episode of KneeToKnee, Mark sits down with Olaolu (Lou) Ogunyemi — proud U.S. Marine officer, award-winning author, and founder of Parent Child Connect. Lou breaks down his "Lead Last" philosophy, the importance of knowing yourself before you can lead others, why strategic vulnerability is actually a strength for men, and practical tools for building deeper connections with your kids and your team. Whether you're a father, ...

Discover emergent facilitation with Rebecca Courtney, facilitation coach at AJ & Smart! Former teacher turned workshop design expert for Spotify and Lego shares how to build deeper connections, use hopes and fears exercise, flip chart technique, and master going off script. Apply seek first to understand in work and life. Knee to knee podcast reading books for connections with Elizabeth Gilbert All the Way to the River. Transfo...

Human connection, deep relationships, peak performance, mentorship & reinvention — Brad Barton joins KneeToKnee to share world-record wisdom.

What does breaking a world track record at age 47 have to do with your relationships? Everything. Brad Barton — world record holder, executive coach, keynote speaker, and master of the 'magic of connection' — joins Mark on KneeToKnee for a deeply honest conversation about mentorship, the p...

Welcome back to KneeToKnee! In this episode, we discuss supporting introverts, highlighting how introversion exists on a sliding scale. We explore their sensitivity to dopamine and the importance of emotional intelligence in respecting their need to recharge. Investing in meaningful relationships and one-on-one time through careful attunement can foster deeper connections.

Thanks to Doug Nielsen and Kathy Kinghorn for their support ...

Maintaining adult friendships requires grace in relationships and understanding that long-term friendship survives busy seasons. Joel Steadman and Mark Marrott share wisdom on building connections, checking on friends, and why reconnecting matters.

In this heartfelt conversation, Joel and Mark dive into the reality of adult friendships - why they're so hard to maintain, and what actually works when life gets overwhelming. From the p...

Endurance athlete Joe Morton shares injury recovery secrets, Ironman training wisdom & the one more mindset that transforms health transformation, deep connections & love-driven success in every area.

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Join us for an incredible conversation with Joe Morton, host of "A Cup of Joe" podcast and endurance athlete who proves that a shredded knee can't stop an Ironman dream. Joe shares his journey from growing up in Gabr...

Struggling with parenting burnout? International educator & parenting coach Alyssa Smith reveals how child agency, positive discipline & family connection transform overwhelmed parents. High warmth high expectations builds resilient children who want more responsibility. Learn emotional intelligence strategies, household responsibilities for kids, & family meetings that work. Stop overdoing & start empowering confid...

Helicopter pilot Jesse Munns shares his journey through male mental health struggles, overcoming shame, pornography addiction, and fear of abandonment. From flying high-stakes EMS missions to battling divorce recovery and excommunication from the LDS church, Jesse reveals how authentic connection and brutal honesty saved his life. Discover awakened iron and soul brotherhood, male vulnerability, and the power of facing your darkest ...

Welcome to KneeToKnee, where we explore the science and stories behind human connections. This episode features actor and best-selling author Scott Christopher, who shares valuable life lessons and insights into self development. The conversation covers motivation, compassion, and making good choices, offering practical self improvement strategies for anyone seeking personal growth and success habits.

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Levity Effect: https://a...