Inspire Change with Gunter

Inspire Change with Gunter

Become a supporter in the Changemaker Collective of this podcast. Sign up here, its only $12 per month to join the Changemaker Colletctive of Inspire Change with Gunter Podcast: : JOIN CHANGEMAKER COLLECTIVE OR If you want more, join the Legends of Power Swoboda-Josephson Inner Circle as a VIP that includes the Changemaker Collective here: JOIN LEGENDS OF POWER w/CHANGEMAKER COLLECTIVE International Psychologist, Author, Speaker and Producer Gunter Swoboda continues to Inspire Change and enlighten and educate on Masculinities and Male Empowerment. After 40 years of working with adolescent boys and men, Gunter founded Making Good Men Great. It focuses on helping men recognize how to evolve as a Man in all the spheres of his life. We continue with our regular of broadcasts of 20-30 minute episodes hosted by Gunter every week and then we will have special guests lined up during each season for special 50-1 hour episodes. We also will take requests from past guests or friends of the podcasts to fill in as a guest host. For more information on becoming a guest or guest hosting, email creative@bonfirecinema.com or query the showrunner Miranda Spigener-Sapon at miranda.sapon@bonfirecinema.com - www.GunterSwoboda.com & www.GoodMenGreat.com - Inspire Change with Gunter is Produced in Los Angeles by Miranda Spigener-Sapon by Bonfire Cinema. Thank you for listening! Executive Producer/Showrunner: Miranda Spigener-Sapon Co-Exec. Producer: DeVonna Prinzi Producer/Creator/Host: Gunter Swoboda Showrunner's Assistant/Guest Booking: Emilia Osborne Emilia.Osborne@bonfirecinema.com Jr. Publicist: Dessie Bien Dessie.Bien@lavendersagepr.com Announcer: Grayson Arndt Inspire Change with Gunter Podcast Theme Music score: Irad Eshel About Gunter, The Short Story…… Gunter is a psychologist, speaker, author, mentor, coach and facilitator with over 30 years experience in counseling and organizational development. SPEAKER After more than 40 years experience Gunter’s passionate perspectives on what makes human beings thrive makes him a very insightful commentator and speaker. His aim is to stimulate your mind, touch your heart, and inspire your soul. Gunter is a psychologist, speaker, author, mentor, coach and facilitator with over 30 years experience in counseling and organizational development. Gunter has given keynotes all over Australia, NYC and Los Angeles as well as being a TEDx Speaker. Author We all have a story. Stories that touch us the most are about that moment when we make the choice to be real, to drop any pretense of pride, power and position. In that telling moment we step into a new space where our ability to overcome fear allows us to be truly authentic in our relationship to the world. In that moment we become fully human. Gunter has authored a novel Mountains of Sea published by Winterwolf Press and he self-published the non-fiction, Making Good Men Great: Surfing the New Wave of Masculinity. Both books are available at all major and independent retailers globally. The Making Good Men Great Movement also made Oprah’s #MustWatch list in 2018. Mentor In both the personal and professional sphere, Gunter has successfully worn many hats. Added to his education, experience and eloquence it allows him to develop a relationship with someone that ignites their aspirations. Coach In today’s world, the challenge to be ‘perfect’ is a constant source of stress. Gunter firmly believes that each person has to find their ‘own bliss’. His part in that journey is to engage with the person he is working with to unlock their aspirations, align them to their vision and to help keep them inspired. Facilitator Gunter is exceptional in facilitating outcomes in learning, productivity, and communication by providing a safe environment with unobtrusive assistance and guidance wherein participants experience the flow between content and context. His skill in utilizing philosophical and psychological methods enhances the participants experience in the process. To purchase Gunter's books: Making Good Men Great: Surfing the New Wave of Masculinity you can get it on Amazon Prime, Barnes & Noble and most online retailers: https://www.amazon.com/Making-Good-Men-Great-Masculinity/dp/0999266802 https://www.walmart.com/ip/Making-Good-Men-Great-Surfing-the-New-Wave-of-Masculinity-Paperback-9780999266809/685658548 In Australia: https://www.angusrobertson.com.au/books/making-good-men-great-gunter-swoboda/p/9780999266809 In the UK: https://www.waterstones.com/book/making-good-men-great/gunter-swoboda/9780999266809 To watch the Venice TV Award nominated documentary created by Gunter and directed by Miranda Spigener-Sapon you can rent or buy on Amazon Prime: https://www.amazon.com/gp/video/detail/B07RVD89XZ/ref=atv_dp_share_cu_r Alternative therapy options, try BetterHelp: betterhelp.com/GUNTER and get on your way to being your best self.” Get started today and enjoy 10% off your first month. Your discount code “gunter" will be automatically applied.

Episodes

December 17, 2025 21 mins
This week on Inspire Change in this final episode of season seven, Gunter Swoboda reflects on a recent tragedy and its impact on community dynamics. He discusses the importance of inner work (the micro) for personal growth and emotional development, contrasting it with the broader societal issues (the macro) that stem from a lack of emotional maturity. Gunter recaps the themes of the season, emphasizing the need for men to reject h...
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In this conversation of Inspire Change, Gunter Swoboda delves into the profound question of human nature and the concept of equality, challenging the traditional narratives surrounding masculinity. He explores the anthropological evidence that suggests humans are not inherently competitive or hierarchical but are capable of living as equals. Swoboda emphasizes the importance of reframing masculinity from a perspective of dominance ...
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This week on Inspire Change, Gunter reflects on his previous conversation with Professor Greg Downey, exploring the complexities of masculinity through an anthropological lens. He emphasizes that masculinity is a practice shaped by societal systems, rather than a fixed essence. The discussion highlights the dangers of toxic ideologies and the importance of emotional health and community. Gunter provides practical reflections on how...
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This week on Inspire Change...In this engaging conversation, Gunter Swoboda and Greg Downey, renowned Anthropologist, explore the complexities of masculinity, touching on its evolution, the impact of toxic ideologies, and the importance of emotional health. They discuss the intersection of masculinity with community, politics, and religion, emphasizing the need for a nuanced understanding of men's issues. The dialogue highlights th...
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This week on Inspire Change...Gunter discusses boys and masculinity.

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We have now partnered with sponsors that promote well-being, wellness and mental health.

So it’s that time of the year again! Yes, you heard me, THE HOLIDAYS are fast approaching and we all know what that means…parties, gatherings, work and bus...
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This week on Inspire Change...Gunter opens the conversation on Why Go Back to University Now? His journey going back to the university for his PhD.

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This week we are launching some partnerships with some ad sponsors that promote well-being, wellness and natural products. This week we would like to introduce you ...
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This week on Inspire Change...Gunter  deep dives into Neuroanthropology How Culture Shapes Your Nervous System.

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This week we are launching some partnerships with some ad sponsors that promote well-being, wellness and natural products. This week we would like to introduce you to More Labs.  More Labs’ Morning Re...
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This week on Inspire Change...Gunter is opening up the discussion about healing as a lifelong journey navigating setbacks and growth. 

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This week we are launching some partnerships with some ad sponsors that promote well-being, wellness and natural products. This week we would like to introduce you to More Labs....
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This week on Inspire Change...Gunter is ad-libbing as we wrap up the year.

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This week we are launching some partnerships with some ad sponsors that promote well-being, wellness and natural products. This week we would like to introduce you to More Labs.  More Labs’ Morning Recovery is the #1 alcohol recovery sup...
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This week on Inspire Change...Gunter shifts the conversation to Personal Reflections 2025

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Our gratitude this week goes out to our Global listeners list and we have seen a HUGE spike in listeners is South America and we want this weeks gratitude to go out to our listeners in South America and the country of BRAZ...
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This week on Inspire Change...Gunter dives into a conversation: From the Self to the Common Good and How Personal Tranformation Protects our Universities, Hospitals and Schools.

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Our gratitude this week goes out to our listeners in both the USA and around the globe.  For the US we would like to express our grati...
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This week on Inspire Change...Gunter Against Virtuous Selfishness From Self to Society.

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Our gratitude this week goes out to our listeners in both the USA and around the globe.  For the USA lists, we are seeing record coast to coast listens all through out the mid west and across the US.  
We would like to expres...
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This week on Inspire Change...Gunter dives deep into this theme of this weeks podcast: "How a Culture of Performative Strength and Grievance turns the forum into a firing range.

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Our gratitude this week goes out to our listeners in Texas, you guys were always in the top 5 and then dropped completely out of the T...
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September 18, 2025 22 mins
This week on Inspire Change...WE HAVE REACHED OUR 300th EPISODE! Tune in to hear the latest guide to personal growth, self-development and inspiration. At the end of the broadcast, Gunter highlights he will be coming on the show next. Some exciting return guests segments!

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Our gratitude this week goes out to our...
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This week on Inspire Change, Gunter continues his discussion on philosophy but this week makes it a real personal on how philosophy can contribute to your life. What can philosophy offer for ethical daily living? We are told philosophy is useless, in actuality it is the foundation of any practical endeavor we choose. Gunter will provide a bit of a tool kit. Philosphy at its best is not armchair theory. It is actually how to live.

To...
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This week on Inspire Change, Gunter deep dives into a conversation on philosophy, politics and the fragile work of democracy. He will ask the question:  how philosophy offer politcs at this moment? How do we keep democracy healthy? Tune in for this mindful conversation as we answer those questions.

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This week's gratitude we...
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This week on Inspire Change, Gunter jumps right into a mindful discussion on: Why Philosophy Precedes Science – and What It Means for Us. 

Before every experiment comes a thought.  Before every action comes reflection. This week on Inspire Change, Gunter argues that philosophy doesn’t just precede science historically—it precedes it always. And the same is true in life: awareness, reflection, and contemplation must precede meaningfu...
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This week on Inspire Change, Gunter is diving into a discussion and some blunt truths about why anti-depressants aren't enough.   He will cover how suicide rates are still very high, particularly among men. And now up to 40% of young women are experience anxiety and depression. What is the issue? Are we overprescribin? Misdiagnosis? Too much faith in a single solution? Gunter will dive deep and uncover all of this and offer insight...
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This week on Inspire Change, Gunter drives the conversation this week to: Masculinity Rewired What Neuroscience teaches about men’s brains. Please see reference notes, sources and exercise options for you to this episodes here:

Inspire Change with Gunter – Listener Resource SheetEpisode Title: Masculinity Rewired: What Neuroscience Teaches Us About Emotional Intelligence, Adaptability, and ConnectionKey Studies Mentioned• Draganski,...
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This week on Inspire Change, Gunter dives into a discussion on beyond profist and aligning economics with authentic masculinity. We are discussing this because masculinity is socially woven into economics and society.

This week's gratitude goes out to those of you listening in Iceland.  We welcome you to the Top Ten Global listeners list. CONGRATULATIONS at landing at #10 You Made it!!!!!
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