Midlife Awakening: Identity, Depression & Fulfillment with Philip Briscoe | Real Men Feel

Host Andy Grant welcomes Philip Briscoe, UK host of the Midlife Men Podcast, to discuss his midlife turning point at 50 and the question “who am I?” After years in a tech job where he felt undervalued and experienced major health issues including type 2 diabetes, high blood pressure, and depression, Philip stepped away to rebuild his life. He shares how creating a podcast to fill a lack of resources for men became both a service and a source of fulfillment, leading to consulting work, a book based on 14 interview stories, and live shows.

The conversation explores identity tied to work, the seriousness behind “midlife crisis” clichés, hormonal and mental health shifts, normalizing men speaking up about failure and suicidal thoughts, and practical support through honest friendships and groups.

00:00 Burnout and Identity Loss
00:57 Meet Philip Briscoe
02:08 Turning 50 Wake Up Call
03:32 Health Alarms and Change
04:09 Finding Purpose Through Podcasting
06:46 Work Family and Delayed Joy
09:44 Why Midlife Men Exists
12:24 Lessons Men Speak Up
15:15 Depression Signs and Support
18:45 From Podcast to Book
20:51 Midlife Crisis Myths
25:59 Purpose as a Continuum
27:25 Connect and Final Takeaway
30:13 Closing and Community Invite

Connect with Philip
Philip Briscoe — https://www.mid-lifemen.com/
Instagram — https://www.instagram.com/midlifemenpodcast/
Facebook — https://www.facebook.com/midlifemen/
LinkedIn — https://www.linkedin.com/in/philipbriscoe/

Resources
Men Speak Up: Journeys Through Mental Health by Philip Briscoe — https://amzn.to/4kT4QgJ

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Philip Briscoe and Andy Grant discuss topics relevant to empowering men and addressing male issues. They highlight the importance of emotional intelligence in navigating life's challenges. This conversation emphasizes self improvement and self development for men seeking to foster better emotional health and overall well-being.