# mark pagan — RSS Amplifier Recent posts from the 1 feeds in the RSS Amplifier directory that cover mark pagan. Page: Feed: --- ## [How to Build Deeper Male Friendships](https://play.prx.org/listen?ge=prx_275_db302cbb-372d-4a55-9f63-e665a920575c&uf=https%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.podcastmirror.com%2Fother-men-need) _2025-12-29 · othermenneedhelp@gmail.com (Mark Pagán) · Other Men Need Help_ In this bonus episode, we share a special conversation between Mark and Anita Rao from the show Embodied. Together, they unpack how shame can limit male friendship, why many men funnel emotional needs into romantic relationships, and what it looks like to practice a different kind of closeness—one ritual, text thread, or brave conversation at a time. For more on Embodied :… [Listen](https://dovetail.prxu.org/275/db302cbb-372d-4a55-9f63-e665a920575c/Embodied_Ep_for_OM.mp3) ## [The Gentle Giant: Author Jason Bailey on Gandolfini](https://play.prx.org/listen?ge=prx_275_3f14a93e-2a03-4009-8e7e-8bfb8ac3fbb4&uf=https%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.podcastmirror.com%2Fother-men-need) _2025-12-04 · othermenneedhelp@gmail.com (Mark Pagán) · Other Men Need Help_ In this bonus episode, Mark talks with writer and critic Jason Bailey about his new book on James Gandolfini—a revealing look at the man behind Tony Soprano. They dig into masculinity on screen, Gandolfini’s quiet emotional power, and why his legacy still shapes how men see themselves today. Plus: a reminder to check out this year’s Other Men Holiday Gift Guide. Other Men is executive produced,… [Listen](https://dovetail.prxu.org/275/3f14a93e-2a03-4009-8e7e-8bfb8ac3fbb4/OMNH_Bonus_JasonBailey_RS_Mix1.mp3) ## [Our Pandemic Dad](https://play.prx.org/listen?ge=prx_275_3c2b6977-2b65-4d19-9d63-4681cb98e49c&uf=https%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.podcastmirror.com%2Fother-men-need) _2025-04-17 · othermenneedhelp@gmail.com (Mark Pagán) · Other Men Need Help_ In this mini episode, Mark revisits the strange emotional landscape of March 2020 and the onscreen embrace that so many of us were craving as we look ahead to our upcoming virtual event on April 23rd, featuring a conversation with Jason Bailey, author of Gandolfini: Jim, Tony, and the Life of a Legend . Join us as we talk action heroes, parasocial dads, the power of a good hug, and why James… [Listen](https://dovetail.prxu.org/275/3c2b6977-2b65-4d19-9d63-4681cb98e49c/Gandolfini-041625_mixdown.mp3) ## [Are there other men like me?](https://play.prx.org/listen?ge=prx_275_1148f931-2db8-43b6-93a9-e4e44d1ddfee&uf=https%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.podcastmirror.com%2Fother-men-need) _2025-04-03 · othermenneedhelp@gmail.com (Mark Pagán) · Other Men Need Help_ While Other Men is under construction, Mark answers a listener’s question about navigating a workplace softball league—and the lingering anxieties of being picked last. From sweaty banyas in Coney Island to team dynamics on the field, this mini episode explores competition, camaraderie, and finding your own way in spaces that don’t always feel like home. Plus, we share a special invite to an… [Listen](https://dovetail.prxu.org/275/1148f931-2db8-43b6-93a9-e4e44d1ddfee/OMNH_SoftballAMA_RS_Mix2.mp3) ## [Confessions in the Dressing Room](https://play.prx.org/listen?ge=prx_275_0000a4a1-79f5-4a63-aa9c-0159c7a8568a&uf=https%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.podcastmirror.com%2Fother-men-need) _2024-11-13 · othermenneedhelp@gmail.com (Mark Pagán) · Other Men Need Help_ This week, we're revisiting a classic episode in anticipation of the first, of many, virtual talks. Join us for a special virtual chat on November 19th at 7:30 pm ET with designer and journalist Natty Adams along with host Mark Pagán, live on Other Men Need Help’s Instagram! Don’t miss this chance to hear more behind-the-scenes stories and ask your own questions. In this fan favorite episode from… [Listen](https://dovetail.prxu.org/275/0000a4a1-79f5-4a63-aa9c-0159c7a8568a/Fancy_Pants_revisited.mp3) ## [The Future of "Other Men Need Help"](https://play.prx.org/listen?ge=prx_275_e832e529-a658-4006-827e-f9fedf59b9d2&uf=https%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.podcastmirror.com%2Fother-men-need) _2024-09-26 · othermenneedhelp@gmail.com (Mark Pagán) · Other Men Need Help_ This week, we've shared seven tropes in masculine discourse we’d like to see changed in the next seven years. In this special Other Men-I, host Mark Pagán shares one more topical term that's he's privately been ruminating on changing. We’re working on Other Men 2.0 and really, really need your input on how we can make this a series, digital platform, or service that work best for you. It’ll take… [Listen](https://dovetail.prxu.org/275/e832e529-a658-4006-827e-f9fedf59b9d2/OM_Bonus_EP_FINAL_V2.mp3) ## [7 lessons in masculinity over 7 years](https://play.prx.org/listen?ge=prx_275_c5366524-4118-4b3d-880f-468b7a662bce&uf=https%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.podcastmirror.com%2Fother-men-need) _2024-09-19 · othermenneedhelp@gmail.com · Other Men Need Help_ Other Men is seven years old. We've learned some lessons on masculinity over that time and in today's special episode, we share those tenets. We’re working on Other Men 2.0 and really, really need your input on how we can make this a series, digital platform, or service that work best for you. It’ll take just a few minutes and all feedback is valuable. Thank you:… [Listen](https://dovetail.prxu.org/275/c5366524-4118-4b3d-880f-468b7a662bce/Other_Men_Anniversary_Ep_v2.mp3)