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96 Confessions from a Hero pt 2

98. Why Does it Take the Woman Leaving For Men to Change?

Why does it take loss for clarity to finally show up? In this episode, Champ Franklin challenges men to confront the emotional blind spots, unspoken warnings, and unresolved wounds that delay growth until it’s too late. Through honest dialogue, this conversation explores how fear, comfort, and emotional avoidance sabotage connection—and how men’s mental healing is the key to changing that pattern.
This episode calls men to do the inner work now, not after the relationship ends. It’s about accountability, emotional maturity, and becoming a high-reliable partner who listens, leads emotionally, and chooses growth before love walks out the door.

95 Confessions from a Hero Pt 1

97. Why Does it Take the Woman Leaving For Men to Get It?

Why does it take loss for clarity to finally show up finally? In this episode, Champ Franklin and Golden challenge men to confront the emotional blind spots, unspoken warnings, and unresolved wounds that delay growth until it’s too late. Through honest dialogue, this conversation explores how fear, comfort, and emotional avoidance sabotage connection—and how men’s mental healing is the key to changing that pattern.
This episode calls men to do the inner work now, not after the relationship ends. It’s about accountability, emotional maturity, and becoming a high-reliable partner who listens, leads emotionally, and chooses growth before love walks out the door.

92 Yeits! My Partner Wants a Throuple!

When your partner drops the bombshell—“I want a throuple”—what do you do next? Panic? Curiosity? Fear? In this episode, we dive headfirst into the emotional shock, unspoken assumptions, and complex conversations that arise when monogamy is suddenly questioned.
We unpack what’s really behind the request: unmet needs, curiosity, fantasy vs. reality, fear of commitment, or a genuine desire for ethical non-monogamy. More importantly, we explore the emotional toll on the partner who didn’t see this coming—feelings of inadequacy, betrayal, confusion, and pressure to agree just to keep the relationship alive.
This episode isn’t about judging alternative relationship structures—it’s about consent, communication, boundaries, and self-respect. We challenge listeners to ask the hard questions:Is this about growth or escape?Is agreement coming from desire or fear of loss?And how do you advocate for yourself without shame?
Whether you’re monogamous, curious, or navigating unfamiliar territory, this conversation helps you slow down, get clear, and make decisions rooted in honesty—not panic.
 

94 Why I Can’t be Vulnerable in My Relationships?

🎙️ Podcast Description:
When does a small lie protect love, and when does it destroy it? Join intimacy consultant Champ Franklin and co-host Golden as they dive deep into the emotional complexities of lying in relationships. Featuring insights from a marriage therapist and a relationship consultant, this episode explores when a lie might be harmless—and when it’s a ticking time bomb. Plus, practical ways couples can rebuild after trust has been broken. Tune in for a raw, real, and refreshing conversation about honesty, love, and everything in between.

93 Why Do You Have to Lie?

🎙️ Podcast Description:
When does a small lie protect love, and when does it destroy it? Join intimacy consultant Champ Franklin and co-host Golden as they dive deep into the emotional complexities of lying in relationships. Featuring insights from a marriage therapist and a relationship consultant, this episode explores when a lie might be harmless—and when it’s a ticking time bomb. Plus, practical ways couples can rebuild after trust has been broken. Tune in for a raw, real, and refreshing conversation about honesty, love, and everything in between.

90 ”Pet Peeves or Pure Pettiness? Golden & Champ Unpack It!”

Pet Peeves or Pure Pettiness? The Relationship Debate! 🎙️💬
Is leaving dishes in the sink an actual issue or just your thing? 🤨 Co-hosts Golden & Champ Franklin break down the Top 5 Relationship Challenges, tackling the difference between real pet peeves and straight-up pettiness in relationships. 🚦
This episode features:✅ The Top 10 Pet Peeves most couples struggle with✅ Solutions for expressing concerns without being offensive✅ How to recognize when you're being petty vs. valid
🔥 Don’t let small annoyances turn into big battles. Tune in to learn how to keep communication healthy, honest, and drama-free!

89. Men on the Rise: Relationship Challenges in 2025

In a world where masculinity is being redefined, relationships are evolving—and men are rising to meet the challenge. In this bold and timely episode of Intimate Discoveries, Champ Franklin and Golden unpack the unique relationship struggles men are facing in 2025. From navigating emotional availability, vulnerability, and financial equality, to breaking free from outdated gender expectations—this conversation is raw, real, and long overdue.What does it mean to be a man in a healthy relationship today? How are men rewriting the playbook on love, loyalty, and leadership? Join us as we elevate the conversation and spotlight the rise of emotionally intelligent, self-aware men.
 
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115. Is She the Most Expensive Meal? Men, Money & Modern Dating

We dive into why so many men feel like women are “the most expensive place they eat out” in today’s dating economy. From inflation and first-date expectations to who should pay and how to talk about money without killing the romance, this episode breaks down the real cost of love and how couples can date smarter, not broker.