The Open Exchange with Paul Martinez
The Open Exchange Podcast shares real conversations with people from different backgrounds who have something meaningful to say. Paul Martinez hosts each episode with curiosity and honesty, asking questions that lead to deeper stories and personal truths. Guests include creators, entrepreneurs, athletes, and everyday individuals who talk about growth, failure, faith, identity, and discipline. Episodes capture honest moments, unexpected lessons, and practical takeaways without forcing a narrative. The focus is on connection, reflection, and the value of listening to someone’s journey without rushing past the details.
The Open Exchange with Paul Martinez
Men Hide This Pain For Years | Jordan Smith on Father Wounds, Faith & Mental Health
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Men are silently battling pain—and this episode unpacks why that has to change.
Jordan Smith "Smitty", host of Daily Dimensions Podcast and a mental health advocate, shares his personal story of father wounds, faith, and forgiveness. We talk about trauma, therapy, grief, the impact of mentors, and his mission to get 500 men into therapy by 2030.
🎧 In this raw and emotional conversation, we explore:
– Growing up without a father
– How unresolved trauma shapes adulthood
– Why therapy isn’t enough without action
– The purpose behind the Men’s Mental Health Cookout 2025
– Forgiveness when you never get an apology
📍 The Men's Mental Health Cookout
🗓️ July 19, 2025 | 3:00 PM - 6:30 PM📍 129, Bull Hill Lane, West Haven, CT
🎟️ Tickets at jordanspeaking.com
00:00 - Intro
01:00 - Jordan's Journey
04:30 - Growing Up in Bridgeport
09:00 - The Father Wound & Anger
17:00 - Forgiveness Without an Apology
22:00 - Starting a Podcast During Grief
33:00 - Mentorship & Legacy
41:00 - The Mental Health Cookout Vision
47:00 - Final Reflections
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