The Man Within: Masculine Stories Women Listening

Episode 12: What You Build After You Break | Bobby Figueroa’s Road from Prison to Purpose

What happens when your freedom is gone—and all that remains is the man you’ve been avoiding? This episode features Bobby Figueroa, whose life story centers around a defining chapter that reshaped his identity and approach to manhood. Growing up in Brooklyn during a time when street culture and fast money were glorified, Bobby found himself caught in that world, ultimately leading to a five-year prison sentence for car theft. What could have hardened him instead became the turning point that transformed how he saw himself and his future. During his time in prison, Bobby developed an intense work ethic and a deep sense of personal responsibility. He shifted from chasing status to committing himself to mastery—learning to work with his hands, stay disciplined, and take pride in building something real. Since then, Bobby has transformed a $1,200 tow truck into a successful business and built a following of nearly 50,000 people on social media who resonate with his story. Through his YouTube channel, The Grind at Caddy Coop, he continues to share his journey with honesty and grit, inspiring others to pursue their own path. Ultimately, Bobby’s experience is a reminder that transformation is possible when a man takes ownership of his life. His message to other men is simple but powerful: commit to your craft, stay disciplined, and trust that the work you put in today can build a different future than the one you came from. For more information on Bobby: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@UC6dSz8tIDBokeExYK5JDE-w Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/bobby.figueroa.3  Instagram & TikTok: @caddy.coop To nominate a man for a future episode, please visit: The Man Within Podcast: https://www.constellationswellness.com/the-man-within-podcast More about Oralia: https://www.constellationswellness.com/ | Instagram @constellations.wellness More about Tatiana: https://www.tatianafontalvo.com/ | Instagram @tatianafontalvo

Episode 11: When a Man Stops Hiding | Tyler Lewis on Marriage, Integrity & Masculine Growth

What happens when the truth you’ve been avoiding finally demands to be spoken? In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Tyler Lewis to explore the moment in a man’s life when hiding is no longer possible—and the transformation that can follow when he chooses honesty instead of fear. Tyler shares the deeply personal turning point that forced him to confront the gap between the life he was living and the man he wanted to become. What began as a painful reckoning became an unexpected doorway into deeper integrity, vulnerability, and growth. In this conversation, Tyler reflects on the courage it takes for men to face their own shadows and the profound role that truth, accountability, and relationship can play in shaping a more conscious masculinity. Together we explore: • The moment a man realizes he can no longer hide • Why vulnerability can be one of the greatest strengths a man possesses • The role of relationship in calling men forward into maturity • How shame and honesty often sit at the same doorway • What it really takes to become a man of integrity Through Tyler’s story, we are reminded that masculine growth rarely begins with certainty or strength—it often begins with the willingness to tell the truth. Guest Bio: Tyler Lewis is a Doctor of Chiropractic focused on nervous system optimization and human performance. For the past 10 years, he has been in practice alongside his wife, Dr. Amy Gunderson Lewis, helping people unlock greater energy, clarity, and impact in their lives. He facilitates Family Constellations, and is a speaker, teacher, and mentor devoted to masculine embodiment and leadership rooted in presence. Tyler is passionate about guiding people into deep, meaningful healing that expands their capacity to serve others. In his free time, he loves traveling, being in nature, and saying yes to fun, fully alive experiences.   For more information about Tyler: https://www.selfunbound.com/ [https://www.selfunbound.com/] | IG: @selfunbounddallas Mentioned in this episode: Family Constellations https://www.constellationswellness.com/familyconstellations [https://www.constellationswellness.com/familyconstellations]  If you enjoyed this episode please rate & review it on Spotify & Apple Podcasts. Spotify: http://bit.ly/4ie2bLr [http://bit.ly/4ie2bLr] Apple Podcasts: http://bit.ly/3Ep91zR [http://bit.ly/3Ep91zR] To nominate a man for a future episode, please visit: The Man Within Podcast: https://www.constellationswellness.com/the-man-within-podcast [https://www.constellationswellness.com/the-man-within-podcast] More about Oralia: https://www.constellationswellness.com/  [https://www.constellationswellness.com/ ]| Instagram @constellations.wellness  More about Tatiana: https://www.tatianafontalvo.com/ [https://www.tatianafontalvo.com/]  | Instagram @tatianafontalvo

Episode 10: What Happens When Women Truly Listen to Men

We're back for a new season and asking the question: what if the most radical thing we could do right now...is listen? In this episode, we pull back the curtain on the Women Listening - and talk about how hearing men share their real stories has changed us. We talk about hearing men speak openly about sensitivity, confidence, and emotional depth challenged old stereotypes—like the belief that men don’t love as deeply as women. We explore how real storytelling heals, how curiosity shifts relationships, and why vulnerability may be a man’s greatest strength. This episode is an honest conversation about growth, softening, and learning to listen without armor. If you enjoyed this episode please rate & review it on Spotify & Apple Podcasts. Spotify: http://bit.ly/4ie2bLr [http://bit.ly/4ie2bLr] Apple Podcasts: http://bit.ly/3Ep91zR [http://bit.ly/3Ep91zR] To nominate a man for a future episode, please visit: The Man Within Podcast: https://www.constellationswellness.com/the-man-within-podcast [https://www.constellationswellness.com/the-man-within-podcast] More about Oralia: https://www.constellationswellness.com/ [https://www.constellationswellness.com/] | Instagram @constellations.wellness  More about Tatiana: https://www.tatianafontalvo.com/  [https://www.tatianafontalvo.com/ ]| Instagram @tatianafontalvo

Episode 9: When Life Forces You to Grow Up: A Man’s Turning Point | Alvaro Fernandez

Álvaro Fernández is a Mexican entrepreneur, and seasoned coach with over 25 years of experience in meditation and consciousness development. A dedicated father and lifelong martial artist, he holds a 2nd-degree black belt in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu under Renzo Gracie Mexico. Álvaro is also certified in NLP and hypnotherapy by the American Boards of NLP and Hypnosis. As the founder of Zen Sei: The Path of the Luminous Warrior, he leads men’s circles focused on personal growth and emotional mastery. Currently, he is deepening his leadership work through Sacred Sons’ Leadership Training. To connect with Álvaro: https://zenseibienestar.com  [https://zenseibienestar.com ]| IG @alvaroblackbelt  If you enjoyed this episode please rate & review it on Spotify & Apple Podcasts. Spotify: http://bit.ly/4ie2bLr [http://bit.ly/4ie2bLr] Apple Podcasts: http://bit.ly/3Ep91zR [http://bit.ly/3Ep91zR]  To nominate a man for a future episode, please visit: The Man Within Podcast: https://www.constellationswellness.com/the-man-within-podcast [https://www.constellationswellness.com/the-man-within-podcast] More about Oralia: https://www.constellationswellness.com [https://www.constellationswellness.com]/ | Instagram @constellations.wellness More about Tatiana: https://www.tatianafontalvo.com/ [https://www.tatianafontalvo.com/]  | Instagram @tatianafontalvo

Episode 8: Choosing Life Again and Again | Angel Gammel on Story, Purpose & Masculinity

What story are you living—and is it shaping the person you want to become? In this episode we speak to Angel Gammel, a writer, massage therapist, and professional storyteller. His decades-long mantra is "better stories, better humans", be it in fiction, a person's physical form, or in their relationships with others or with Spirit. He was a combat medic (Hospital Corpsman) in the United States Navy from 1999-2004, and served in Iraq from the beginning of the 2003 invasion there. This experience would go on to redefine his understanding of geopolitics, the place of war and violence in the development of the human species, and his approach to others and himself." To connect with Angel: angel@darkeport.com | @DarkeportProductions If you enjoyed this episode please rate & review it on Spotify & Apple Podcasts. Spotify: http://bit.ly/4ie2bLr [http://bit.ly/4ie2bLr] Apple Podcasts: http://bit.ly/3Ep91zR [http://bit.ly/3Ep91zR] To nominate a man for a future episode, please visit: The Man Within Podcast: https://www.constellationswellness.com/the-man-within-podcast [https://www.constellationswellness.com/the-man-within-podcast]  More about Oralia: https://www.constellationswellness.com/  [https://www.constellationswellness.com/ ]| Instagram @constellations.wellness More about Tatiana: https://www.tatianafontalvo.com/ [https://www.tatianafontalvo.com/] | Instagram @tatianafontalvo