LIFE IN DEPTH with Steph & Jamie

EP 005: Why Is She Always MAD With You? (What Men NEED to Know)

Understanding Her Mood Swings: Navigating Relationships with our "Chad-Dad" Framework.
 
In this episode of Life in Depth with Steph & Jamie...
 
We explore the complexities of navigating relationships through the lens of the female menstrual cycle.
 
Jamie shares his journey of understanding Stephanie's moods, attributing them to different phases of her cycle, and how this understanding has profoundly impacted their relationship.
 
They uncover their framework of the "Chad" and "Dad" personas to illustrate the dual roles that men need to take in order to harmonize with their partners.
 
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TIMESTAMPS:
 
00:00 - What's to come in this episode...
02:05 - Nexus Nutrition Supplements
03:52 - Introduction
05:02 - Why are Women Always Mad at Men?
05:58 - The Role of the Menstrual Cycle in Relationships
08:16 - The Hormonal Challenges for Women
10:35 - Highlighting the Differences Between Men & Women
11:46 - Common Symptoms of a Menstrual Cycle
12:39 - The Symbolic Meaning behind the “28 Day Cycle”
13:58 - Why Men NEED to Understand this...
16:22 - Does this make Women “Crazy”?
17:45 - Evidence Backed by Science
19:19 - Triggering Content
22:08 - The Struggles Women Face which Men Don't Understand
24:39 - What Should Men do When She's Mad?
25:46 - Introducing our Framework
26:28 - Study References Supporting our Framework
29:51 - Beta Males vs Alpha Males
30:58 - Should you be a Beta or an Alpha in your Relationship?
31:40 - Our Framework: The “Chad/Dad” Personas
35:07 - Biological Symbolism as Evidence
36:28 - Why Should Men Change?
38:28 - Crediting Men for their Efforts
41:13 - Stephanie Interrupts
41:40 - Biological & Psychological Effects of the Menstrual Cycle
43:32 - Real-Time Example: Converting from "Chad" to "Dad"
44:28 - One of the Greatest Benefits of a Relationship
47:05 - Hormonal Impacts on Feminine & Masculine Energy
48:49 - Being Mindful of Men's Struggles
52:15 - How Women can Communicate with Men about this...
53:53 - How to Handle a Stubborn Man...
56:46 - Steph Out-Alpha's Jamie?
58:12 - Divorce Rates & the Dangers of a Woman's Dissatisfaction
59:47 - Accepting & Appreciating your Woman’s Feedback
1:01:31 - Summary
 
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REFERENCES:
 
1. Penton-Voak et al. (1999) "Female preference for male faces change cyclically"
 
2. Gangestad & Thornhill (1998) "Menstrual cycle variation in women's preferences for the scent of symmetrical men"
 
3. Haselton & Gangestad (2006) "Conditional expression of women's desires and men's mate guarding across the ovulatory cycle"
 
4. Gildersleeve, Haselton & Fales (2014) "Do women's mate preferences change across the ovulatory cycle?"
 
5. Little & Jones (2011) "Variation in facial masculinity and symmetry preferences across the menstrual cycle is moderated by relationship context"

EP 004: Understanding MEN (What Women Need to Know)

UNDERSTANDING MEN: What Women Might Not Know and What Men Need to Realise.
 
In this podcast episode of Life in DEPTH with Steph & Jamie...
 
We delve into various aspects of men’s lives that women might not fully understand and that men might have yet to grasp about themselves.
 
We explore significant statistics showing men’s struggles, such as issues of self-worth, physicality, mental health, and societal expectations.
 
The conversation covers the fundamental differences between the masculine and feminine energies, and offers advice for healthy relationship dynamics.
 
Both Stephanie Sanzo & Jamie Bisset share personal stories and experiences, providing valuable perspectives on nurturing and guiding your partner.
 
This episode sheds light on the intricacies of the male experience and the importance of mutual support and understanding in relationships.
 
TIMESTAMPS:
 
00:00 - What's to come in this episode...
01:36 - Men Love Stats, Logic & Facts
02:42 - The Aussie Accent
04:03 - Life in Australia
05:34 - Introduction
06:30 - About this Episode
07:29 - Steph Gets Nervous (Masculine & Feminine Dynamics)
08:42 - Men Have a Greater Desire for Sex
11:04 - Men Tend to Work More than Women
11:25 - Men are More Likely to Experience Erectile Dysfunction if their Wives Earn More
11:54 - Men are More Likely to become Transgender
12:33 - Men are More Likely Commit Suicide
12:46 - Boys are More Likely to Commit Crime Growing Up in a Single Parent Household
13:09 - Steph Exposes Her Parenting & The Struggles Mothers Often Face with their Sons
15:07 - Gender Roles & Sexual Dynamics (Masculinity vs Femininity)
18:10 - Why Steph (& Women) Often Struggles to Accept Compliments
19:38 - How Confidence in Women is Perceived by Men
20:16 - The Story of How Jamie Fell In Love with Steph
26:32 - Why Women Often Don't Bother Trying to Understand Men
29:17 - Fairy Tales & the Roles of Men & Women
30:50 - Men Pedestalize Women due to their Inherent Value
31:26 - How the "Adam & Eve" Story Relates to Men & Women's Worth
33:12 - Woman's Biology Forces Them to Face Physical Hardship
34:01 - Men's Biology Allows them to Avoid Physical Hardship
35:08 - Men Need to Voluntarily Pursue Physical Hardship
36:04 - How to Communicate that Your Partner is "Out of Shape"
40:39 - Why Men Find their Purpose & Identity in their Work / Career
43:00 - Why Men Like Video Games
43:38 - Why Women Aren't Typically Attracted to Gamers
45:54 - How Women Can Support Men to Find Their Purpose
47:30 - How Women Can Better Communicate with Men
49:23 - Learning How to Communicate with the Opposite Sex is Essential for a Healthy Relationship
50:28 - The Misconception About Unconditional Love & the Need for Compromise
52:43 - A Summary of the Differences Between Men & Women
53:30 - The Spiritual Battle of Manhood
54:53 - Boys Aren't Taught How to be Men in Western Culture
56:10 - Ladies - Gracefully Challenge Your Man!
58:31 - Men - Be Cautious of the Manosphere
59:05 - Conclusion and Future Topics
 
REFERENCES:
1. Clark & Hatfield (1978 & 1982) “How receptive are men versus women to sexual invitations?”
2. U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 2017
3. Pierce, Dahl & Nielsen (2013) “Psychological and Sexual Costs of Income Comparison in Marriage”
4. American Psychological Association (2009) “Report of the APA Task Force on Gender Identity & Gender Variance”
5. Suicide Statistics Provided by The US National Institute of Mental Health 
6. Coughlin & Vuchinich (1996) “Family experience in preadolescence & the development of male delinquency”

EP 003: Making Sense of Femininity & Understanding Women

In this episode, Steph & Jamie work on demystifying femininity to help both women & men gain a greater insight into how the feminine shows up in relationships & everyday life!
 
The conversation covers how to maintain mental balance, manage the dynamic of giving and receiving love, and how to navigate the impact of social media on self-perception.
 
They also discuss share some practical tips on how women can embrace and embody their feminine core, and how men can better understand & navigate the feminine to avoid conflict in their relationship.  
 
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TIMESTAMPS:
 
00:00:00 - What's to Come in this Episode...
00:01:33 - Introduction
00:04:13 - Steph's Controversial Claim
00:07:51 - Are Women Crazy?
00:09:03 - Understanding the Feminine Energy
00:10:16 - Steph Discloses Her Fears
00:14:05 - The Pressures of Social Media for Women
00:16:34 - The Pressure of Aging for Women
00:17:52 - The Feminine Struggle with Criticism
00:20:57 - What is the Femininity & Masculinity?
00:21:46 - When the Feminine Reverts to the Masculine
00:23:23 - How the Feminine Relates to Biology
00:24:53 - Why Men Will Never Keep Up but Need to Try
00:26:22 - The Way to Communicate with Men Matters
00:27:37 - Should Men Try & Fix a Woman's Problems?
00:29:13 - The Danger of Men Absorbing a Woman's Vent
00:31:54 - Why Men Need Women...
00:33:52 - How the Feminine Attracts Men
00:36:03 - The Power of Femininity
00:36:47 - Resolving Conflict in Relationships
00:38:27 - Jamie's Secret to End a Fight
00:42:02 - Your Relationship is in Trouble If This Doesn’t Work…
00:44:43 - The Problem with Tinder & Hook Up Culture
00:46:07 - The Struggle Women Have Embodying their Femininity
00:50:03 - Steph Describes Femininity
00:51:10 - The Dance of the Masculine & the Feminine
00:54:05 - The Positives & Negatives of the Feminine
00:57:09 - The Softness of the Feminine
01:01:35 - The Polarity of the Feminine & the Masculine
01:03:04 - Biology Helps us Understand the Feminine & the Masculine
01:05:26 - The Feminine Needs Kindness
01:06:36 - The Problem with the "Go Hard" Philosophy
01:09:35 - Steph's Current Training Goals
01:12:58 - The Female Body Rejects Physical Brutality
01:13:33 - The Struggle with Femininity for Single Mothers
01:15:15 - Final Thoughts

EP 002: Masculine & Feminine Dynamics in Relationships

In this episode, Steph and Jamie introduce the concept of the masculine & feminine energies in a relationships!
 
The conversation covers how men and women communicate differently & how their roles often differ in a long term relationship.
 
They also share practical advice on how to balance the masculine & feminine energies and improve your emotional intelligence - drawing from their personal experiences and insights.
 
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TIMESTAMPS:
 
00:00 - Introduction and Feedback
00:36 - Quick Summary of the Previous Episode
01:22 - The Need for Authenticity & How it Lacks in Social Media
02:38 - Communication Differences Between Men and Women
05:18 - Conflict Resolution in Relationships
06:47 - Importance of Speaking your Feelings
07:50 - Women Want Men to Grow
10:35 - Masculine and Feminine Dynamics
12:09 - Femininity isn't About What You Wear
14:07 - What are the Masculine and Feminine Energies
14:45 - Importance of Balancing the Masculine and Feminine Energies
15:14 - Common Misconceptions about Masculinity & Femininity
15:43 - Importance of Leadership for Men
17:04 - Unfair Societal Expectations on Women & Motherhood
18:33 - Women Don't Need a Successful Career to Impress Men
19:26 - Secret for Women to Understand Men
19:52 - How Women Desire Safety & Men Desire to Protect
23:02 - The Positives & Negatives of Femininity in Men
26:05 - Why Men Struggle to Express their Emotions
28:22 - How to Master Emotional Control
30:41 - The Importance of Competency for Men
33:03 - Emotional Resilience from Kids
33:29 - Step-by-Step Guide for Men to build Emotional Resilience
35:16 - Powerful Realisation about Women's Criticism  
40:08 - Tips for Women to Better Relate to Men
45:29 - The 5 Love Languages
48:30 - How to be "The Man"
49:55 - Challenges for Women
52:10 - Final Thoughts

EP 001: How Our Relationship Began & Why We're Starting This Podcast

Introducing the Life in Depth Podcast by Steph & Jamie where we'll be unpacking everything she's feeling & what he's thinking!
 
This is our very first episode, where we'll dive deep into our journey together, from the early days of meeting at the gym, navigating relationships, and working together through various ventures.
 
We open up about the challenges and triumphs of balancing work, family life, and personal growth.
 
Join us as we discuss everything from fitness, business, and parenting to building a deeper connection and understanding in our relationship.
 
Get to know us beyond social media and connect with us on a more personal level.
 
Don't miss our candid discussions and insights!
 
TIMESTAMPS:
00:00 Introduction to the Steph and Jamie Podcast
00:02 Meet Your Hosts: Steph and Jamie
00:44 The Language of Thoughts and Feelings
01:16 From Fitness to Podcasting
02:16 A Safe Space for Vulnerability
02:50 How We Met: The Gym Story
03:19 First Impressions and Early Days
06:50 Building a Deeper Connection
08:52 The Turning Point: From Friends to More
11:52 Navigating Relationships and Attraction
13:07 The Coffee Confrontation
16:02 Realising Deeper Feelings
22:36 The Housemate Dilemma
23:13 Confrontation and Realization
24:33 Jealousy and Attraction Dynamics
28:23 The Alpha and Beta Dynamics
31:50 Working Together and Role Reversal
43:07 Personal Growth and Alter Egos
48:36 Dealing with Criticism and Public Image
53:09 Conclusion and Future Plans