In this episode of The MAJO Podcast, Derek, Jason, and guest host Chris Stewart unpack the viral idea that a man needs hundreds of thousands, or even millions, before he’s “ready” to date. They start with the absurdity of social media standards, but quickly move into the deeper question: when did money become the measure of a man? The guys talk about provider pressure, comparison culture, and the quiet fear many men carry about being replaceable. They explore how childhood messages about achievement and security still shape how we tie our worth to our income, and whether ambition is always about growth, or sometimes about armor. This isn’t about attacking women or defending broke men. It’s about redefining what actually makes someone ready for a relationship, and why character, stability, and emotional maturity might matter more than a savings account screenshot.

In this episode of The MAJO Podcast, Derek and Jason step back and look at why it’s become so hard for people to talk to each other when there’s disagreement, and what that breakdown is costing our relationships. They explore how identity, fear of being misunderstood, and the need to be “right” quietly shut down curiosity and connection in marriages, friendships, and families. Without leaning into politics or hot takes, the guys unpack how listening has turned into defending, how disagreement now feels like rejection, and why learning to stay present instead of reactive matters more than ever. It’s a grounded, reflective episode about communication, humility, and finding a way back to real conversations, even when they’re uncomfortable.

In this episode of The MAJO Podcast, Derek and Jason sit with Cameron Durand, a singer and songwriter, to talk about a question that hits a lot of men quietly as they get older: What does pursuing what I love actually cost me now? This isn’t just a conversation about music or creativity. It’s about identity, responsibility, and the tension between passion and practicality that shows up in careers, relationships, health, and purpose. They explore how early messages about worth, performance, and success shape the way men push themselves, struggle with rest, and feel torn between feeding their soul and maintaining stability. It’s an honest conversation about redefining success, grieving old versions of ourselves, protecting what still matters, and learning how to pursue meaning without burning everything else to the ground.

In this episode of The MAJO Podcast, Derek, Jason, and AJ Bussey dig into a question a lot of men carry quietly but rarely say out loud: Did I miss something by committing too soon? They talk honestly about how sexual history, masculinity, and societal expectations shape men’s sense of identity, and the assumptions men make about each other based on experience alone. Through personal stories and reflection, the conversation moves beyond sex itself and into deeper territory: grief over unlived paths, curiosity versus commitment, and the pressure men feel to prove something they can’t quite name. This isn’t a conversation about permission or condemnation. It’s about understanding desire without letting it destroy what matters, and learning how to own your story, your choices, and your commitment with maturity and honesty.

In this milestone episode of The MAJO Podcast, Derek and Jason pause to reflect on what it’s taken to reach episode 21. The conversations that surprised them, the moments that went deeper than expected, and the unexpected ways listeners have connected with the show. They talk honestly about what it’s like to co-host real, vulnerable conversations, why authenticity matters more than having the right answers, and how talking openly about mental health, relationships, and identity has shaped both the podcast and their own lives. This episode is part reflection, part gratitude, and part invitation as they share where they hope the show is headed next and ask listeners to help shape the conversations to come.

In this episode of The MAJO Podcast, Derek and Jason sit down with Marcus Jackson and Dr. Scott Secor for an honest conversation about ADHD and the quiet shame that often comes with it. They unpack how labels like “lazy,” “unmotivated,” or “not living up to potential” take root early in life, and how those stories follow people into adulthood, relationships, work, and leadership. Together, they explore common myths about ADHD, the emotional toll of misunderstanding and self-judgment, and why so many people don’t realize what’s really going on until later in life. This episode isn’t about excuses or shortcuts. It’s about understanding how your brain works, loosening old shame, and discovering that being wired differently doesn’t mean you’re broken. It means there’s another way forward.

In this episode, Derek, Jason, and bariatric patient and influencer John Arpino break down the myths and stigma surrounding bariatric surgery and get honest about what life actually looks like after massive weight loss. They talk through the physical realities people don’t expect, the emotional and identity shifts that come with a changing body, and how relationships and intimacy are often impacted in ways no one prepares you for. This conversation makes it clear that bariatric surgery isn’t an easy way out. It’s the beginning of a lifelong mental, emotional, and relational journey that requires support, self-honesty, and ongoing work. It’s raw, personal, and grounded in real experience, not before-and-after fantasies.

In this final episode of the five-part Sex and Intimacy series, Derek, Jason, and Dr. Piyush Patel, a Clinical Sexologist, explore why so many couples fall into fast, functional sex instead of intimacy that actually feels connecting. They unpack how vulnerability, cultural messages, performance pressure, and avoidance patterns quietly shape a couple’s sex life, often without either partner realizing it. The conversation highlights the importance of emotional health, communication, and presence, offering practical ways couples can slow down, feel safer with each other, and rebuild intimacy that goes beyond just getting through the moment.