Dear Lads with Ivan Okello
Ivan Okello
Hosted by Ivan Okello, Dear Lads is a conversation on the topics and themes that impact males of all ages and backgrounds. We explore the vast universe of men’s lives covering topics such as mental health, fatherhood, sex, creativity, friendship, work-life balance among others.
In each episode, we invite one expert guest to guide us through making sense of each topic. The podcast is for everyone but touches topics that impact male-identifying people at work, at home and everywhere in-between.
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Ed Frauenheim shares how boys/men can redefine masculinity and reclaim their humanity
Dear Lads with Ivan Okello
02/15/24 • 29 min
In this week's episode, we talk to Ed Frauenheim, a writer, speaker and consultant with over 25 years experience in workplace, technology and culture matters.
He’s co-written four books, including Reinventing Masculinity: The Liberating Power of Compassion and Connection.
Ed Frauenheim is about reinventing masculinity, workplaces and society and about connecting the dots among the three for a more soulful world.
You can find Ed via his website https://www.edfrauenheim.com/ or https://www.reinventingmasculinity.com/
You can write to us via email at [email protected] or follow us on Instagram @dearladspod
Dr. Brendan Kwiatkowski shares how to encourage emotional expression and development among boys
Dear Lads with Ivan Okello
05/09/24 • 45 min
In this week's episode, we speak with Dr. Brendan Kwiatkowski is a researcher, educator, and speaker specializing in the social-emotional development and wellbeing of boys and men.
We talk about emotional expression in boys and how parents and educators can support boys to share the full range of their emotions and embrace a more humane masculinity.
You can follow Dr Brendan Kwiatkowski's work through his website https://remasculine.com/ or for on Linkedin and Instagram using his names.
You can write to us via email at [email protected] or follow us on Instagram @dearladspod
Kayla Breelove Carter (Clinical Traumatologist) shares how to navigate trauma and building new and courageous meanings in life
Dear Lads with Ivan Okello
06/20/24 • 54 min
In this week's episode, we speak with Kayla Breelove Carter, a clinical Traumatologist and founder of Breelove Counselling.
We talk about the various manifestations of trauma and how we can build new meanings from past experiences.
You can follow Kayla work through her website https://breelove.ca/about/
or for on Linkedin and Instagram using her names.
You can write to us via email at [email protected] or follow us on Instagram @dearladspod
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Dear Lads with Ivan Okello
12/07/23 • 1 min
Hi, I’m Ivan Okello - The host of a new show called Dear Lads.
By day, I work as an educator with an interest in how society shapes individual behaviours. I have always been fascinated by two things; people and cultures. In this podcast, my task is to explore the vast universe of men’s lives. From the realm of social norms, expectations and the subtle influences that shape how male-identifying people show up at work, at home and everywhere in-between.
Dear Lads, join me and my special guests as we explore men’s lives together. Coming soon on January 04th 2024.
Follow us on your favourite streaming platforms.
You can write to us via email at [email protected] or follow us on Instagram @dearladspod
Dustin Hogan (Mental Health counsellor) shares how boys/men can improve their mental health and wellness
Dear Lads with Ivan Okello
02/29/24 • 37 min
This week, we chat with Dustin Hogan, a Calgary based Men’s mental health counselor who specializes in anxiety, depression and men's issues.
We talked about the challenges men experience with navigating mental health challenges, how to seek help and maintain routines that improve optimum mental wellness.
To connect with Dustin, you can reach him via his website at https://dustinhogan.com/
On Social media @https://www.instagram.com/iamdustinhogan/
You can write to us via email at [email protected] or follow us on Instagram @dearladspod
Dr. Lisa Dawn Hamilton (sex researcher) shares how to improve your sex life and intimacy
Dear Lads with Ivan Okello
03/14/24 • 44 min
In this week's episode, we speak with Dr. Lisa Dawn Hamilton, a sex researcher and Proffessor at Mount Allison University.
We talk about how media consumption shapes our attitudes towards sex, how to explore consent in relationships, and mutual pleasure between men and women.
This was such an enlightening conversation and I hope you enjoy.
To follow more of Lisa Dawn Hamilton's work, please follow her on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/doweknowthings/ or listen to her podcast https://www.doweknowthings.com/
You can write to us via email at [email protected] or follow us on Instagram @dearladspod
Elliot Rae shares tips to navigate active parenting, mental health and how to be an ally for gender equality in the workplace
Dear Lads with Ivan Okello
03/28/24 • 43 min
This week, we are joined by Elliott Rae, a speaker, Author and social change agent who is helping organisations support working fathers, improve men’s mental health and engage men in conversations around gender equality. We spoke about his experience with PTSD, navigating fatherhood as a man exploring mental health and how to be an advocate for gender equality at work.
You can follow his work on Linkedin at Elliot Rae or follow Music Football Fatherhood via their website.
You can write to us via email at [email protected] or follow us on Instagram @dearladspod
Dr Michael Flood shares how boys/men can promote gender equality and eliminate violence against girls/women
Dear Lads with Ivan Okello
04/25/24 • 41 min
In this week's episode, we speak with Dr Michael Flood, a Professor in the School of Justice at Queensland University of Technology, in Australia.
We talk about interpersonal violence and how social attitudes around masculinity shape how boys/men perpetuate violence against women and girls. Michael shares how boys and men can begin the journey towards promoting equality and eradicating forms of violence.
To follow Dr Michael Flood's work, please follow him via Linkedin https://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-flood-5b906713/
Professor Michael Flood on Twitter: https://twitter.com/MichaelGLFlood
XY website https://xyonline.net/category/authors/michael-flood
You can write to us via email at [email protected] or follow us on Instagram @dearladspod
Bonus Episode: Ivan and Friends: Part 2
Dear Lads with Ivan Okello
06/06/24 • 12 min
This week, for part two of last week's episode, I speak to one of my good friends - Josh. We come from different backgrounds yet our friendship has been a constant amidst changing addresses, careers, identities and the world at large.
This week, we continue our last conversation discussing about change, and how we adapt in the company of those around us. I hope you enjoy and share with a friend who is close.
You can write to us via email at [email protected] or follow us on Instagram @dearladspod
You can write to us via email at [email protected] or follow us on Instagram @dearladspod
Dr Ivan Joseph (confidence coach) shares how to overcome negative thoughts and build self confidence
Dear Lads with Ivan Okello
01/19/24 • 26 min
In this week's episode, we speak to award-winning speaker and performance coach, Dr Ivan Joseph. Dr. Ivan Joseph is a record-setting, award-winning performance coach, and leadership and cultural transformation expert.
Ivan’s TEDx Talk: The Skill of Self-Confidence, has 28+ million views, and was named by Forbes as “One of The Top TED Talks About the Meaning of Life”. He’s also the author of the bestselling book, You Got This: Mastering the Skill of Self-Confidence.
Ivan has coached World Champions and Olympians. He has set multiple records and was named National Coach of the Year. Ivan now uses these skills to lead high-performing businesses, organizations and individuals from around the world.
He holds a PhD in Sport Psychology, focusing on the links between self-confidence, grit, and high performance. Dr. Joseph is the Vice President of Students at Wilfrid Laurier University.
You can write to us via email at [email protected] or follow us on Instagram @dearladspod
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FAQ
How many episodes does Dear Lads with Ivan Okello have?
Dear Lads with Ivan Okello currently has 14 episodes available.
What topics does Dear Lads with Ivan Okello cover?
The podcast is about Society & Culture, Podcasts, Education, Relationships, Men and Masculinity.
What is the most popular episode on Dear Lads with Ivan Okello?
The episode title 'Dr Ivan Joseph (confidence coach) shares how to overcome negative thoughts and build self confidence' is the most popular.
What is the average episode length on Dear Lads with Ivan Okello?
The average episode length on Dear Lads with Ivan Okello is 34 minutes.
How often are episodes of Dear Lads with Ivan Okello released?
Episodes of Dear Lads with Ivan Okello are typically released every 14 days.
When was the first episode of Dear Lads with Ivan Okello?
The first episode of Dear Lads with Ivan Okello was released on Dec 7, 2023.
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