Man: A Quest to Find Meaning
Man: A Quest to Find Meaning is the podcast for men who feel stuck, disconnected, or uncertain about their place in the world — and are ready to reconnect with purpose, emotional strength, and a more authentic way of being.
Hosted by James Ainsworth, each episode explores the deeper questions of modern masculinity through honest, unfiltered conversations. You’ll hear from men who’ve overcome inner battles — and from women offering powerful perspectives that challenge, inspire, and expand how we think about growth, relationships, and healing.
From purpose and vulnerability to fatherhood, fear, and identity, this is a space for men who want more than just surface-level success. It’s for those on a journey to live with intention, courage, and truth.
New episodes weekly. Real talk. No ego. Just the quest.
Man: A Quest to Find Meaning
Discovering Your True Purpose: A Journey Through Crisis, Identity & Growth | Stephen Whitton
We dive deep into a topic that affects every single one of us: purpose. What does it truly mean to live with purpose — and how do we even begin to discover it?
My guest today is Steven J. Whitten, a veteran of the automotive industry turned speaker, mental health advocate, and founder of MenAble. We talk openly about the difference between goals and purpose, why self-worth and identity are at the root of everything, and what it takes to let go of the limiting beliefs and expectations that no longer serve us.
Steven also shares his personal story of transformation — from decades of hiding his truth, to stepping fully into his power as a speaker, coach, and yes… even a drag queen. We also explore vulnerability, inner child work, and what it really looks like for men to embrace joy, authenticity, and connection.
If you're feeling stuck, unclear, or searching for something more, this conversation is for you. Let's get into it.
About Stephen Whitton:
Stephen Whitton is the founder of the global movement [M]enable, bringing mental WEALTH support to masculine environments. Following a lifetime career in the international Automotive Sector, Stephen rose through the ranks but want slowly burning out due to pressure and stress - as well as hiding a secret that was holding him back. He's now on a mission to get everyone talking and leaders to lead with courage - ensuring that 'everyone is safe (psychologically) always'.
Stephen is a Speaker, Social Entrepreneur and Survivor whose commitment to leading with courage, freedom and authenticity even sees him occasionally treading the boards as a uniques Drag Artiste too.
