Exclusive: Justin Baldoni on the Generational Cycle that Destroys Men

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In this week's episode of Gent’s Talk, powered by Gent’s Post, host Samir Mourani /  @SamirMourani  sits down with Justin Baldoni, acclaimed actor, director, and co-founder of Wayfarer Studios. Best known for his leading role in "It Ends With Us" alongside Blake Lively, Brandon Sklenar, and Jenny Slate, Baldoni delivers an unforgettable conversation on modern masculinity, his film 'It Ends With Us', fatherhood and self-worth. Baldoni shares a never-before-told story about his relationship with his father and opens up about the challenges of the past year, toxic masculinity vs. healthy masculinity, and imposter syndrome. As co-host of the Man Enough Podcast, he dives deep into the importance of male friendships, emotional vulnerability, and why "It Ends With Us" (based on Colleen Hoover’s bestselling novel) is a crucial conversation starter on domestic violence. Justin Baldoni gets vulnerable, sharing his experience with anxiety and delving into the themes of trauma and generational cycles explored in his latest film, emphasizing the importance of emotional healing. He highlights how violence against women is truly a men's mental health issue and stresses the need to break the cycle. This conversation offers insights into self worth and personal growth. Key Topics in This Episode: ✔️ Modern masculinity vs. toxic masculinity – Breaking the stigma ✔️ The power of male friendships – Why men need healthy relationships ✔️ Imposter syndrome & self-worth – Overcoming the feeling of "not enough" ✔️ Fatherhood & vulnerability – A deeply personal story from Baldoni ✔️ "It Ends With Us" – Why this film is so important today 00:00 – Intro: Vulnerability, masculinity & healing 01:30 – How a book on masculinity changed everything 03:25 – The resistance to changing who we are 06:10 – Unlearning childhood programming 08:45 – Why Justin removed his face from the book 10:50 – Redefining masculinity beyond politics 13:10 – Ego vs. impact: Room for all men in the movement 15:40 – Who is Justin Baldoni, really? 18:15 – A vulnerable morning text that says it all 20:10 – Self-awareness, setbacks & overcommitment 22:30 – The myth of perfection in masculinity 25:05 – Why men are constantly striving to be better 27:30 – The hidden cost of comparison and shame 29:10 – Impostor syndrome and radical self-talk 32:00 – What if that negative thought isn’t true? 34:30 – Overcompensating, puffing up & spiraling 37:20 – Replacing shame with compassion 39:00 – Behind the film It Ends With Us 40:50 – Playing Ryle: From real life to screen 43:30 – The cost of trying to “be the man” 46:00 – Seeking acceptance at the cost of identity 47:30 – What if men stopped abandoning themselves? 49:30 – The price of keeping your “man card” 51:40 – Raising sons differently, preserving their essence 53:20 – Why Justin risked losing his wife to stay true 55:30 – The message he hopes men take from the film 58:30 – A cautionary tale: What happens if we don’t heal 1:01:10 – Hurt people hurt people: The generational cycle 1:03:05 – The impact of losing everything—and choosing change 1:04:50 – Justin’s relationship with his father 1:06:30 – What healing with your dad can look like 1:09:10 – A men’s retreat that changed everything 1:12:00 – The moment he forgave his father 1:14:20 – The ripple effect of male vulnerability 1:16:10 – Mortality, meaning & time with loved ones 1:18:00 – What would you say to your younger self? 1:19:10 – You don’t have to be perfect to be loved 1:20:00 – Why we forget—and the power of remembering 1:21:10 – Final reflections: This is why we do the work 1:22:15 – Outro: Thank you for tuning in Don’t miss this powerful and inspiring conversation that challenges societal norms and redefines what it means to be a man today. Subscribe now, hit the notification bell, and join the discussion in the comments! Connect with us! Subscribe here ► https://www.youtube.com/@GentsTalkPodcast Website: https://gentstalkpodcast.com powered by https://gentspost.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gentstalkpod/ https://www.instagram.com/gentspost/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@gentstalkpod Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/gentspost/ Production: https://havestamina.com Connect with the Man Enough Podcast: https://manenough.com/podcast/ Credits: Host/Producer: Samir Mourani Creative Director and Executive Producer: Steven Branco Videographer: Nick Merzetti A STAMINA Group Production. Shot at the Wayfarer Studio in Los Angeles, in November 2024. #justinbaldoni #itendswithus #itendswithusmovie #menshealth #mentalhealth #masculinity #healthymasculinity #manenough