The Grounded Warrior Podcast

Welcome to The Grounded Warrior Podcast, a show dedicated to helping men navigate life's internal struggles and step into a more grounded, confident, and purposeful self. Host Phil Horning invites expert guests to share real stories, relatable insights, and practical tools that resonate with the modern man’s journey. Whether you're facing uncertainty, seeking motivation, or looking to develop deeper connections and clarity, you'll find valuable resources here to help you uncover your authentic self. For more information or to get coaching go to: ⁠⁠https://www.thegroundedwarrior.com⁠⁠

The Grounded Warrior Podcast is a education podcast hosted by Phil Horning, with 16 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

Phil Horning hosts The Grounded Warrior Podcast, a education show with 16 episodes published.

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  Episode #16

  Larry Kesslin: When Success Isn’t Enough to Bring Peace

  Feb 16, 20261h 6mS1

  <p>In this episode, Larry Kesslin, author of The Joy Molecule, shares his personal journey of redefining success after facing major life challenges, including divorce and identity shifts. We explore why achievement alone does not lead to fulfillment, and how inner peace must be cultivated from within rather than pursued externally.</p><p>Larry introduces his concept of the Ascension Ladder, a framework that moves from survival and ego driven success toward self-actualization and transcendence. We discuss money as energy, the illusion of identity, and why joy is not dependent on circumstance but on agency over your thoughts and emotional...

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  Episode #15

  Randy E. Bishop: You Are Not Broken, You Are Becoming

  Feb 2, 20261 hourS1

  <p>In this episode, Randy Bishop, creator of the Re Method, joins the conversation to explore why growth is not about fixing what is broken, but about becoming more aware, connected, and grounded. We unpack the core principles of reflecting, reframing, and restoring, and how these practices help men navigate life transitions with clarity and intention.</p><p>We also examine the impact of technology on human connection, why in person relationships still matter, and how vulnerability plays a critical role in emotional health. This conversation is a reminder that personal growth is an ongoing process, and that none of...

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  Episode #14

  Sean McManus: Building Confidence and Deepening Connection

  Jan 19, 20261h 2mS1

  <p>In this episode, Sean McManus, founder of McManus Strength and Nutrition, discusses the importance of self-confidence, particularly for Christian men. Sean shares insights on self-worth, explaining that many men feel pressured to serve others at the expense of their own well-being. </p><p>We go into the significance of physical health and nutrition in building self-confidence. Sean explains how taking care of one's body through exercise and proper nutrition can enhance mental clarity and emotional stability. The episode concludes with Sean sharing his personal journey of growth, mentorship, and the importance of discipline in achieving a fulfilling life, encouraging...

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  Episode #13

  Jason Lange: Why Men Heal Through Connection and Embodiment

  Jan 3, 202655 minS1

  <p>In this episode, Jason Lange, Men’s Embodiment coach and founder of Evolutionary Men, joins the conversation to explore why connection, community, and embodiment are essential for men’s emotional health. Jason shares his personal journey out of disconnection and fear, and how men’s groups and safe containers helped him reconnect with his emotions and intuition.</p><p><br /></p><p>We discuss the role of ritual and initiation in marking life transitions, the impact of cultural expectations on men’s emotional lives, and why anger and vulnerability need space to be expressed in healthy ways. This conversation highligh...

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  Episode #14

  Ryan Conklin: Grief, Gratitude, and the Power of Being Found

  Dec 19, 202541 minS1

  <p>Ryan Conklin is a Transformational Coach and founder of The Bridger Coaching. His work centers on connection, leadership and rites of passage, guiding people to alchemize pain, courage, and vulnerability into embodied transformation. He works at the intersection of personal clarity, emotional presence, and purposeful leadership.</p><p>In this episode, Ryan and I explore the themes of grief, transformation, and the importance of community in navigating loss. They discuss the slow process of grief, the dialogue between sorrow and gratitude, and the significance of rituals and ceremonies in honoring what has been lost. Our conversation explores the need...

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