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Bro-ing Pains

Papa Chad & Corporate Papi

Bro-ing Pains is the podcast about redefining masculinity, feelings, and the occasional pun. Co-hosted by Papa Chad (a licensed therapist) & Carlos (a theater kid turned self-proclaimed Corporate Papi), this show dives into the conversations that live somewhere between your therapist"s office and the group chat.Whether you"re emotionally avoidant, anxious, or just straight up awkward: Pull up a chair. Make yourself comfortable. You"re in the right place.New episodes drop every other Thursday

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All Episodes

37:37

Grieving the Parent You Never Had: Estrangement,...

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2025/11/20

What happens when the people who raised you never learned how to show up emotionally? In our season 1 finale, we open up about our own relationships with our parents (spoiler alert: it's complicated), and the grief, the guilt, and the surprising relief that can come with finally choosing yourself. We dive into the rise of no-contact relationships among young adults, the impact of emotionally immature parents, and what it means to demand healthy boundaries when your family never modeled them. ...

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36:02

Not Broken, Just Blended: Redefining What Modern...

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2025/11/06

The "perfect" family having a mom, dad, 2.5 kids, and a white picket fence was basically a post-WWII fantasy. Today, most families look a lot more blended than nuclear, and that comes with a unique mix of beauty and chaos. This episode, we unpack what makes blended families both challenging and deeply human. From step-parent boundaries and gendered expectations around discipline to the hidden resilience that comes from growing up in complex family systems, this episode dives into the learning...

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34:34

Is Monogamy Outdated? Kinks, Poly, and the Myth of...

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2025/10/23

Is the kink community part of the non-heteronormative world, or its own lane entirely? This week, we unpack what counts as “sexual deviance,” why ethical non-monogamy isn’t just a free-for-all, and how the Six Pillars of Polysecurity could actually save any relationship. Featuring Jessica Fern’s Polysecure, the Gottmans’ Sound Relationship House Theory, and one big question: are you really committed to your partner, or just staying faithful out of security?

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37:30

Why Adult Friendships Matter | Is the Male Loneliness...

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2025/10/09

What do healthy friendships look like as an adult? In this episode, we dive into the world of friendship: why it gets harder to make new friends as we age, what healthy connection actually looks like, and how genuine curiosity can transform the way friends show up for each other. We also unpack the male loneliness epidemic, and how societal expectations make it harder for men to build & sustain community. Backed by insights from The Top Five Regrets of the Dying and The Good Life (the wor...

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40:53

Attachment Styles Explained | Anxious, Avoidant &...

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2025/09/25

This episode is part droppin’ gems, part toolkit, and all about communication. We dive into the history of attachment styles and how our earliest bonds with our primary caregivers shape the way we connect with romantic partners today. We wrestle with the age-old debate: should you go to bed angry or stay up to hash it out? Plus, we explore Imago couples therapy, the hot take that men are more “efficient” communicators than women, and whether ghosting is avoidance or straight-up em...

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33:44

Why Couples Fight: From Breadwinning to Boundaries

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2025/09/11

Every couple has disagreements, but the real issue isn't money, chores, or snooping. Underneath it all is one core question: do we share the same values? In this episode, we break down the most common relationship struggles. From household roles and money dynamics to privacy vs. trust, they all tie back to values. Using tools like the Gottmans’ “Love Maps,” we explore how couples can stay curious about each other, navigate differences, and figure out what’s a solvable conflict vs. what’s a no...

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38:34

Why Men Cheat: Infidelity, Culture & the Psychology...

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2025/08/28

Infidelity isn’t just about broken vows, it’s about culture, psychology, and the messy ways we define love and commitment. In this episode, we dive deep into the uncomfortable but necessary conversation about cheating. From Carlos’ childhood where infidelity was normalized, to the psychology of why men cheat, we’re pulling back the curtain on one of the most taboo relationship topics out there. We explore: Is emotional cheating worse than physical cheating?How wealth, power, and machismo shap...

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35:51

"D" is for Divorce: From Starter Marriages to Staying...

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2025/08/14

Is divorce really the worst-case scenario—or is staying in the wrong relationship worse? In this episode, we explore the cultural, religious, and emotional weight of divorce. From “starter marriages” to the myth of staying together for the kids, we unpack why the shame surrounding divorce often does more harm than good. We also talk about the viral Ariana Grande & Cynthia Erivo “holding space” moment, the effects of calling it quits and why we need to stop pretending it's not ...

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36:23

Let's Talk About Sex: Birds, Bees & Body Counts

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2025/08/01

In episode 4, we dive into the world of modern intimacy — from awkward “birds and bees” talks to what school didn’t teach us. We break down how pop culture and gendered expectations shape our ideas of desirability, with help from the documentary Miss Representation and Dr. Emily Nagoski's book Come Together. Plus: navigating body counts, emotional intimacy, and queer perspectives on hookup culture. Whether you're figuring out your love language or wondering why men get praised for doing...

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32:40

How Media Shapes Masculinity and Relationships

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2025/07/17

In Part 1 of our 10-episode season on relationships, we explore how film, TV, and pop culture have shaped what men believe about masculinity and relationships. From the frat-boy energy of American Pie and hyper-masculine bravado of Top Gun, to the emotional vulnerability in Moonlight and Love Island, we unpack how media continues to influence how men show up in relationships, often without even realizing it. We also discuss the groundbreaking documentary Tough Guise by Jackson Katz, which exp...

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40:49

From Microdosing to Ice Baths: Wellness or Whack?

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2025/07/03

This week, we cold plunge headfirst into the world of health & wellness. We break down our own wellness routines (the good, the weird, and the ugly crying), and put the internet's favorite trends to the test to decide: Wellness or Whack? Whether you're deep in your healing era or just want your partner to stop telling you to "journal about it", this one's for you. Follow us on IG & TikTok @broingpains and send us your favorite wellness routines at broingpainspod@gmail.com

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30:41

Emotions Are the Real Gains, Bro!

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2025/06/24

What does it actually mean to be a man today, and who even gets to decide? In our first episode, we dive headfirst into the evolving landscape of masculinity and mental health, from unlearning outdated norms to making space for healing. We open up about our own journeys to therapy, share why we started this podcast in the first place, and unpack the cultural shifts we’re seeing around men’s mental health. Plus: we throw down some eye-opening stats about how men are really doing, and why seek...

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