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The Lurning Man with Omarr Cantu

by Omarr Cantu

In "The Lurning Man" podcast, host Omarr Cantu breaks down the walls of masculinity by discussing topics that many men were taught never to talk about. Omarr brings on guests from various walks of life to talk about depression, anxiety, mental health, sex, love, grief, culture shock, gender identity, race identity, and much more.Through open and honest conversations, Omarr and his guests challenge traditional notions of what it means to be a man and encourage listeners to embrace vulnerability and self-discovery. The podcast offers a safe space for men to share their stories.

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Episodes

  1. BONUS EPISODE 1: The Bus to Forever Pre-Interview with Fila Estrada

    BONUS TRACK: In this podcast, host Omarr Cantu explores the topic of DACA (Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals) and the experiences of Dreamers, undocumented individuals brought to the United States as children. Cantu, a fifth-generation Texan, shares his perspective and the cultural shock he...

  2. The Bus to Forever: Fila Estrada, Undocumented to Dreamer

    In this podcast, host Omarr Cantu explores the topic of DACA (Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals) and the experiences of Dreamers, undocumented individuals brought to the United States as children. Cantu, a fifth-generation Texan, shares his perspective and the cultural shock he felt upon...

  3. Depression & Demons with Artist Brandon Torres

    In this episode, host Omarr Cantu explores the topic of depression and anxiety, drawing on his personal experiences with these mental health challenges. He emphasizes the importance of seeking help and destigmatizing conversations around mental health, particularly among men. The podcast includes...

  4. South Asian Stereotypes: Raj Shah

    The Lurning Man Podcast is a project that started during the pandemic and evolved into a podcast. The host, Omarr Cantu, shares the audio from various interviews in this episode, beginning with an interview with his friend Raj Shah. They discuss stereotypes that Raj, who is originally from…

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  5. Mistaken Identity: When I was Mistaken for a Woman with Cooper DeArmond

    In this podcast episode, host Omarr Cantu shares the story of his friend Cooper DeArmand, who was mistakenly thought to be a woman by a client he had a phone-only relationship with. Cooper discusses his gender identity as a man and how he occasionally takes part in feminine activities. He shares...

  6. African Americanism: A Hot Mic Conversation with Robert Bjorn Taylor

    The Lurning Man Podcast, hosted by Omarr Cantu, originally started as a documentary project during the pandemic. In this episode, Omarr shares the audio interview with Bjorn Taylor, a bartender who has triumphed over alcoholism. Bjorn discusses his background as an African American, highlights…

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  7. Sewing Like A Man, Substance Abuse to Fashion Design: The Journey of Brian Chavez

    In this episode of The Lurning Man podcast, host Omarr Cantu interviews Brian Chavez, a fashion designer specializing in denim and embroidery. They discuss a variety of topics including substance abuse, working as a straight man in a female-dominated field, and Brian's journey to finding his...

  8. The Ukrainian War: Vulnerability, Philanthropy, and Mental Health with Ivan Danishevsky of Ukraine's National eSports Federation

    In this episode of The Lurning Man, host Omarr Cantu interviews Ivan Danishevsky, the President of the National eSports Federation of Ukraine. They discuss Ivan's philanthropic work for those fighting the war in Ukraine, as well as topics such as loneliness, mental health, and vulnerability in…

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  9. Anxiety & The Coma: Zach Paul's American Hero Dream Shattered by a Drunk Driver

    In this episode of the Lurning Man Podcast, host Omarr welcomes Zach Paul, a brain injury survivor, and former US Navy SEAL, to discuss his life story and expertise in dealing with anxiety. Despite an unfortunate end to his dream of becoming an American hero, Zach shares his journey of resilience...

  10. Checking Yo Nuts: A 3x Testicular Cancer Survivor Story with Mason Moore

    In this episode of the Lurning Man podcast, host Omarr Cantu talks with Mason Moore, who is a three-time testicular cancer survivor. The episode is titled "Check Yo Nuts" in honor of Testicular Cancer Awareness Month. Cantu and Moore discuss the importance of regular self-examination and early...

  11. Masculine & Feminine Energy: Learning from Abusive Fathers with Grant Dziak

    On The Lurning Man podcast, Grant Dziak discussed his personal journey and experience balancing feminine and masculine energy within himself. As a former Ohio State University football player, Grant and his now-wife, Celest Bonin a WWE Diva Champion, discussed how growing up with a single mother...

  12. Trauma & Triumph: The Strength of Leroy the Machine Walker

    In this episode of the Lurning Man podcast, host Omarr Cantu interviews Leroy "The Machine" Walker, one of the strongest men in the world. Leroy shares insights and wisdom beyond his impressive physical strength and talks about the traumatic abuse events that launched his career. He holds the…

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  13. Gender Identity: Growing Up in the Wrong Body with Inara Tabir

    On The Lurning Man podcast, host Omarr Cantu interviews the first female on the podcast Inara Tabir, a trans activist and a leader in the aerospace industry who comes from Vittlidge, Germany. Tabir discusses her journey of transitioning and the importance of promoting equality. She currently is…

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  14. Clever Hard Wood: Exploring the Art of Furniture Making with David Lundell

    In today's podcast, Omarr Cantu interviews furniture maker and content creator David Lundell, who is known for his intricate puzzles and hardwood designs. They discuss his experience within the Mormon church, his family size, and his passion for creating furniture that is both beautiful and...

  15. Compassion & Force: Retired LAPD Officer Erik Milosevich

    In this episode of the podcast, host Omarr Cantu interviews Erik Milosevich, a retired LAPD police officer. Eric has taken a different approach to law enforcement, working to use his influence and experience to promote love and compassion in stressful situations. They also discuss a person's...

  16. Race Identity: Navigating Life as a Half Black, Half Jewish Man with Elijah May

    The Lurning Man talks to Elijah May about race identity. Although May was raised by a single, strong feminist mother, he was still the only black person growing up in the mountain town of North Carolina. He discusses how his identity and experiences shape the way he interacts with today's world....

  17. Culture Shock: A Conversation with Joshua Legier

    On this episode of the Lurning Man podcast, host Omarr Cantu interviews Joshua Legier, a male feminist, black community leader, entrepreneur, consultant, and business expert. Joshua talks about his experience of growing up and dealing with culture shock, and he provides an analogy about a fish…

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  18. The Lurning Man with Omarr Cantu Teaser

    Do you ever find yourself questioning if you’re living a life well-lived? If so, you’re not alone. For many of us, there are moments in life that challenge our perspective and force us to re-evaluate what is most important to us. At 40 years old, I have faced several monumental life events - the...

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ABOUT THIS SHOW

In "The Lurning Man" podcast, host Omarr Cantu breaks down the walls of masculinity by discussing topics that many men were taught never to talk about. Omarr brings on guests from various walks of life to talk about depression, anxiety, mental health, sex, love, grief, culture shock, gender identity, race identity, and much more.Through open and honest conversations, Omarr and his guests challenge traditional notions of what it means to be a man and encourage listeners to embrace vulnerability and self-discovery. The podcast offers a safe space for men to share their stories.

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In "The Lurning Man" podcast, host Omarr Cantu breaks down the walls of masculinity by discussing topics that many men were taught never to talk about. Omarr brings on guests from various walks of life to talk about depression, anxiety, mental health, sex, love, grief, culture shock, gender...

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