Inspire Change with Gunter
Inspire Change SEASON 7-286 Patriarchy Team Dysfunction & the Work We Avoid
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This week on Inspire Change, this week Gunter tackles the issue of when traditional masculine norms go unchecked in the workplace. Gunter will walkthrough all 5 dysfunctions and unpack how patriarchy and how inherited masculine conditioning sit behind walls that make teams fragile AND how we can begin to dismantle them.
This weeks gratitude goes out to our northern neighbors: CANADA! We would like to bring attention to our neighbor listeners north of us in Canada! Particularly all of you in Vancouver British Columbia, Montreal Quebec, Toronto Ontario and Halifax Nova Scotia.
Congratulations!! Canada is back on the Top 10 Global Listeners list. Thank you to each and every listener as you contributed to sliding Canada back in at #10.
We appreciate everyone of you and are grateful for your likes, shares, follows and subscribes, but most of all for you continuing to inspire positive social change!
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Gunter Swoboda and Lorin Josephson’s new novel Amulets of Power, Book I – A Brian Poole Mystery trilogy. CHECK OUT the critic’s praise:
Editorial Reviews
“Gunter Swoboda and Lorin Josephson’s entrée novel weaves you in a deep and captivating story of thematic and impactful visuals of traditions and the obligations that come with it. The reader will be hooked and ready for the next book in this trilogy.” – The Associated Press
“Captivating character development and unforeseen plot twists; the novel guarantees to enthrall readers with its seamless merger of historical depth and contemporary drama, ensuring a riveting and electrifying read.” -Publishers Weekly
“Gunter Swoboda and Lorin Josephson’s debut novel Amulets of Power blends noir detective with the supernatural; set in London, England.” – KTLA News
Visually impactful1″ – Australian Post Observer
The book release is June, Friday 13, 2025 but you can PRE-ORDER now here:
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International Psychologist, Author, Speaker and Producer Gunter Swoboda continues to Inspire Change and enlighten and educate on Masculinities and Male Empowerment. After 35 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
Guest Booking: Miranda.Sapon@bonfirecinema.com SUBJECT LINE: “Guest Submission”
Jr. Publicist: Dessie Bien Dessie.Bien@lavendersagepr.com
Sr. Publicist: Nate Munoz
Announcer: Grayson Arndt
Inspire Change with Gunter Podcast Theme Music score: https://iradeshel.com/
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
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