Former Wexford Hurling Captain Diarmuid Lyng opens up in one of the most honest and powerful conversations I've had yet. We dive deep into what it means to be a man in today’s world — the struggles, the silence, the shame, and the strength. Diarmuid speaks about the fear of fatherhood, the weight of responsibility, and the wildness that modern men have forgotten but deeply crave.

We explore grief, letting go, the pressure to hold it all together, and the quiet collapse so many men face alone. Diarmuid shares stories from the forest, the sweat lodges, and the circles where men drop their masks and remember who they are. He talks about joy, play, Hurling, Jiu Jitsu, relationships, ancient Irish rituals, and the power of softening without losing your edge.

If you’ve ever felt like there’s more to life, more to you, or that you’re carrying something too heavy to speak about — this episode will speak to you. It’s not just a podcast, it’s a portal.

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00:00 Family Life

06:17 Responsibility of being a Father

12:58 The Importance of Letting Go

19:03 The Dark Truth about Men

22:55 Why Men are Afraid to Change

29:54 Facing Your Fears Head On

37:26 Community & Returning to Hurling in My 40s

43:51 The Value my Wife Brings to My Life

47:24 How & Why Men are Healing

53:54 What Men are Learning about Themselves

54:53 Why I'm Passionate about Healing & Ireland

01:00:32 Working with Mens GAA Teams

01:05:04 Being at the Forefront of Mens Work In Ireland

01:10:18 Understanding The Value of Being Irish

01:13:02 The Magic of the Retreats