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Ever wanted an unfiltered and honest male perspective on life & love? Against The Grain is a bespoke podcast offering an unbiased & transparent male perspective on life, love and revelation. This podcast amalgamates Arnold's personal experiences & life teachings into short and concise monologue-styl…

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  • Jan 26, 2021 LATEST EPISODE
  • every other week NEW EPISODES
  • 14m AVG DURATION
  • 23 EPISODES


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S2, E8 - Why We Need To Better Understand Consent

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 26, 2021 24:33


Episode 8 sees Arnold explore the concept of sexual consent. In this episode, he explores how gender inequality has excused men from understanding consent. He exposes the gaps in men and women's understanding of consent, challenging society, especially men, to better hold each other accountable. He also shares an experience that reshaped his understanding of consent by giving him a glimpse into the daily experiences of many women. Interested in learning more about Grain Media? Check us out all social platforms @watchgrain. Also find us on Clubhouse @watchgrain_

S2, E7 – 5 Tough Life Lessons From 2020 We All Need To Learn

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 14, 2021 18:42


In episode 7 of The Against The Grain: Podcast, Arnold explore the tough life lessons he learned in 2020. Without a doubt, 2020 was a tumultuous year to say the least. Through this year, we experienced loss, pain & disappointment at a bare minimum. Arnold takes time to explore the key lessons 2020 wanted all of us to learn. The hope is we can take these lessons into 2021 in efforts to have a more enlightened and unified new year. Interested in learning more about Grain Media? Check us out all social platforms @watchgrain

S2, E6 – What If I Never Meet The One?

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 16, 2020 14:29


In episode 6, Arnold asks the age-old question that keeps many single people up at night: "What if I never meet "the one"? This being a very valid question, Arnold offers insight from his own personal experience on how to handle the loneliness that comes with waiting for your life partner. He offers a very practical perspective on what being single means, how to find your peace and ultimately position yourself to be the most attractive to your potential future partner. Interested in learning more about Grain Media? Check us out all social platforms @watchgrain

S2, E5 - How To Be A High Value Woman

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 10, 2020 16:00


After some inspiring conversation with a close friend, Arnold chose to break down the fundamentals of what defines the modern high value woman. Arnold explore qualities in career, ambition, sex appeal and femininity in order to define 5 key traits that are associated with highly valuable, highly desirable women Interested in learning more about Grain Media? Check us out all social platforms @watchgrain

S2, E4 - Understanding Masculinity & Sexual Desire

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 3, 2020 20:16


In episode 4 of the Against The Grain: Podcast, Arnold explore the dire need for the image of the modern man to be reshaped. He dives into what defines modern manhood, the synergy between masculine and feminine energy, and how sexual desire drives the marriage between masculine and feminine energy. This episode will be the first of many episode design to encourage more men to explore intentional, wholesome and purposeful masculinity. Interested in learning more about Grain Media? Check us out all social platforms @watchgrain

S2, E3 – Dealing With Death

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 23, 2020 19:30


In episode 3 of the Against the Grain Podcast, Arnold explores death and the lessons it is intended to teach us. After losing a friend earlier in 2020, Arnold learned that death is intended remind us of the preciousness of life. This episode is intended to encourage listeners to live purposely and strive for depth and intentionality in life.

S2, E2 - How To Be Happily Single Until You Date Again

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 11, 2020 14:17


Inspired by the recent stories and experiences of close friends, Arnold explores how to find true happiness while you search for your future romantic partner. In episode two of the Against The Grain: Podcast, he challenges people to pursue a life that's important to them instead of pursuing people. True happiness, and the people who will elevate your growth are on the other side of a purposeful pursuit of life, not a pursuit of love

S2 E1 - Revenge Is Not Yours To Serve

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 28, 2020 17:50


In this brand new season of "The Against The Grain: Podcast", Arnold kicks the season off by exploring vengeance, forgiveness and why the pursuit of revenge isn't ours to service. Be sure to share, review and subscribe to the podcast for more of season 2 of this bespoke podcast

Q3: The Healthy Way To Fight In A Relationship

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 10, 2020 10:09


In this episode of "Ask A Man", I take a deep dive into the makings of a healthy disagreement/fight in a relationship. I'll examine what unhealthy fighting can do to a relationship and I'll offer tips on how to fight in a constructive and healthy manner that preserves the sanctity of the relationship.

Q2: Why Some Men Won't Commit

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 22, 2020 8:43


In the first episode of 2020 of "Ask A Man", I dig into the concept of why some men find it harder to commit to a relationship, and what this means for women. I break down the the critical steps women should take in order to not only navigate this issue, but also emotionally protect themselves.

Q1: Why Do Some Men Find Successful Women Intimidating?

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 4, 2019 10:21


The first question in the "Ask A Man" mini-series comes all the way from Mombasa, Kenya from a listener by the name of Nadia. She wanted to know why some men find independent, strong and successful women intimidating, and what can be done to still connect with men if you, as a woman, have obtained a great deal of success. If you have a question you'd like answered, submit it either publicly or anonymously via instagram DM @watchgrain or email us at watchgrain@gmail.com

Ask A Man Mini Series: Submit Your Questions Now!

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 4, 2019 1:50


Ever wanted an honest, new perspective on love, life, sex and more? Arnold endeavours to offer a listening ear and unique insight into your burning questions. Everything from love & sex, to the lessons of marriage & divorce, Arnold aims to offer clarity and transparency to his listener's questions. Submit your question via instagram DM @watchgrain or email us at watchgrain@gmail.com

S 1, Ep 10: Understanding The Male Ego

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 10, 2019 15:39


Season 1 Finale sees Arnold explore the complexities of the male ego. In this episode he breaks down what the male ego is, why men & women differ and how we can all co-exist harmoniously. If you enjoy this podcast, be sure to rate, comment and subscribe. Follow us on Instagram @watchgrain, Twitter @watchgrain Facebook @watchgrain

S 1, Ep 9: Men & Mental Health

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 5, 2019 15:08


In episode 9, Arnold takes a considered look into the state of men's health & the mental health crisis, and how we as a society can better help our friends & family who battle with mental health issues. Global hotline links: https://bit.ly/2bigOxq If you enjoy this podcast, be sure to rate, comment and subscribe. Follow us on Instagram @watchgrain & Facebook @watchgrain

S 1, Ep 8: Should I Date Him?

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 28, 2019 15:16


Episode 8 finds Arnold offering sound advice on the important questions women must consider when determining the romantic viability of a potential partner. He explores why this is necessary and details his 8-step guide to choosing the right partner.

Ep 7: Casual Sex & Hook-up Culture

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 20, 2019 20:47


In episode 7, Arnold gets detailed one as he strips back and explores S-E-X! He takes a look at the concept of casual sex and the how it influences and affects our generation & whether we can enjoy casual sex without the expectation of commitment. If you enjoy this podcast, be sure to rate, comment and subscribe. Follow us on Instagram @watchgrain, Twitter @watchgrain Facebook @watchgrain

Ep 6: The Downside to Healing

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 14, 2019 10:14


In episode 6, Arnold takes a raw and solemn look into the painful ebbs and flows in the process of healing from heartbreak. Using his own personal experiences, he bares his soul as he searches for answers he may never receive. If you enjoy this podcast, be sure to rate, comment and subscribe. Follow us on Instagram @watchgrain, Twitter @watchgrain Facebook @watchgrain

Ep 5: Fatherlessness & The Boy-Child Theory

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 7, 2019 13:07


In episode 5, Arnold offers a unique perspective on the concept on the effects an absent father can have on the life and wellbeing of a young boy. He also examines how society can combat this growing epidemic. If you enjoy this podcast, be sure to rate, comment and subscribe. Follow us on Instagram @watchgrain, Twitter @watchgrain Facebook @watchgrain

S 1, Ep 4: Why Do People Cheat?

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 7, 2019 13:49


Episode 4 of The Against The Grain Podcast sees Arnold delving into the topic of infidelity. He challenges his audience to reevaluate their perception of how they let infidelity define their relationships. If you enjoy this podcast, be sure to rate, comment and subscribe. Follow us on Instagram @watchgrain, Twitter @watchgrain Facebook @watchgrain

S 1, Ep 3: Dating Toxic People

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 7, 2019 14:39


Episode 3 of The Against The Grain Podcast furthers the conversation of toxicity in people. Using one of Arnold's personal experiences, he explores the negative effects of dating unhealed and unhealthy people. If you enjoy this podcast, be sure to rate, comment and subscribe. Follow us on Instagram @watchgrain, Twitter @watchgrain Facebook @watchgrain

S 1, Ep 2: Miseducation of Masculinity

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 7, 2019 16:47


In episode 2 of The Against The Grain Podcast, Arnold explores the concept of toxic masculinity and its influence. He explores how we as a society have power to change the paradigm around something that not only negatively affects women, but all of society. If you enjoy this podcast, be sure to rate, comment and subscribe. Follow us on Instagram @watchgrain, Twitter @watchgrain Facebook @watchgrain

S 1, Ep 1: Growth In The Season of Singleness

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 7, 2019 16:56


Episode 1 of The Against The Grain Podcast explores Arnold's journey of heartbreak after a messy divorce, his road to finding peace in his singleness and the subsequent lessons he learned from this experience. If you enjoy this podcast, be sure to rate, comment and subscribe. Follow us on Instagram @watchgrain, Twitter @watchgrain Facebook @watchgrain

S 1, Ep 0: About Against The Grain Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 7, 2019 3:36


Against The Grain is a bespoke podcast offering an unbiased, honest & transparent male perspective on life, love and revelation. This podcast amalgamates Arnold's personal experiences & life lessons into a concise monologue-style performance. If you enjoy this podcast, be sure to rate, comment and subscribe. Follow us on Instagram @watchgrain, Twitter @watchgrain Facebook @watchgrain

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