Beyond The Surface
Michael BentonWelcome to Beyond the Surface—the podcast where real growth begins with real conversations. I’m Michael A. Benton, and every week we dive into the deep stuff—mindset, purpose, parenting, failure, healing, and how to rebuild your life when things fall apart. This isn’t surface-level motivation. It’s about transformation—from the inside out. If you’re tired of settling and ready to live with intenti... more
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 38 | Founded | 3 years ago |
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True leadership isn’t about control — it’s about trust, empowerment, and creating an environment where people can grow.
In today’s episode, I’m sharing a personal experience that reminded me exactly what kind of leader I strive to be. We’ll explore... more
Have you ever felt like life keeps forcing you to move before you’re ready? Like just when you start to feel stable, something shifts—and you’re pushed into the unknown?
In this episode, I open up about a personal turning point I’m navigating right... more
How do you show up for your kids when you’re the one hurting?
So many fathers carry silent battles — trying to be the provider, the protector, the steady rock — all while feeling completely broken inside. We’re taught to stay quiet, to stay strong, ... more
If your life looked exactly the same 10 years from now… would that be good enough?
Most people never stop to ask themselves what they actually want. They work hard, stay busy, follow the rules—but still feel stuck, drained, and unfulfilled. In this ... more
If your life hasn’t changed… maybe it’s not your circumstances.
Maybe it’s your thinking.
In this episode of the Conscious Living Book Series, we’re diving into the mindset shifts that lay the foundation for lasting growth. Because the truth is: be... more
Waking up to your potential is one thing.
Committing to change? That’s the part that separates the few from the many.
In this second episode of the Conscious Living book series, we’re digging into what it really takes to commit when comfort feels sa... more
If you knew your dream would take 13 years… would you still chase it?
What if it never came to pass—would you still show up, still put in the work?
In this episode, I’m diving into one of the most important questions I’ve ever heard—one that stoppe... more
Have you ever looked around at your life and wondered, “How did I even get here?”
In this episode, I’m sharing the real, raw moment that woke me up from living on autopilot—and how you can begin to do the same.
If you’ve been going through the moti... more
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- Motivating Content!
I just discovered this podcast and I’m binge-listening! :) As a woman, I appreciate learning about the struggles and concerns of men to learn to support the men in my life more effectively. I also like the strategies shared to improve one’s life that apply to both men and women.
Apple Podcasts5Claudia Andrea TV
United States2 years ago - Great Podcast!!
Michael does an excellent job delivering his message for each episode in a very clear and concise manner. I love the way he ties personal experiences and factual evidence to make his points. This is a weekly must listen!
Apple Podcasts5Dr AZUnited States3 years ago - Great podcast
I appreciate the information he’s putting out to help men better themselves.
Apple Podcasts5Rara_96United States3 years ago - Love this podcast!
Even though this podcast is called More than the Average Man, I have gained knowledge and self awareness as women from listening to this podcast. It has also given me some insight to what a man feels, how they think, and what they go through. I am married and this podcast has opened up some great conversations with my spouse. I would recommend this podcast to any women married or not. I would also recommend this podcast to anyone looking for self development, self awareness and growth as well as... more
Apple Podcasts5ImansimoneUnited States3 years ago
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Apple Podcasts | #209 |  Saudi Arabia/Education/Self-Improvement |
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