In this Man to Man episode, Dan Meredith and Matt Hall and Dan Highcock dive headfirst into what it really means to be a man today exploring dating, confidence, communication, mental health, and the impact of social media on how we connect.
In this powerful Man to Man edition of Coffee With Dan is an open, unfiltered conversation about what it’s like to navigate life, dating, and self-improvement as a man in today’s world.
Modern dating has changed... and not always for the better.
Social media has blurred boundaries, comparison is constant, and everyone’s chasing validation instead of connection. Men are caught between wanting to lead, needing to feel, and not knowing how to express either without being misunderstood.
Dan, Matt and Dan dig into all of it - the pressure to be successful, the confusion around what women really want, the struggle to stay authentic in a highlight-reel culture, and the importance of self-awareness and growth before partnership.
You’ll hear raw stories, relatable insights, and plenty of laughs as they unpack:
No bravado. No “alpha” nonsense. Just straight-talking, sometimes hilarious, and surprisingly healing truth about what it means to show up as yourself in a world full of noise.
Listen if you’re ready to:
✔️ Stop performing and start connecting
✔️ Get honest about who you are and what you want
✔️ Build confidence without losing authenticity
✔️ Understand women (and yourself) better
✔️ Laugh, learn, and leave with more perspective than you started with
Chapters
00:00 – Welcome to Man to Man
05:41 – Meet the Hosts: Personal Journeys and Reflections
09:01 – The Reality of Modern Dating and Masculinity
14:37 – Social Media and the Pressure to Perform
22:12 – Communication, Confidence, and the Fear of Vulnerability
29:13 – Growth Through Heartbreak and Setbacks
32:18 – Authenticity vs. Image in Modern Relationships
37:51 – The Power of Shared Interests and Real Connection
49:21 – Stacking the Deck: Creating Opportunities the Right Way
53:39 – Ambition, Drive, and How It Impacts Relationships
59:31 – Building Yourself Before Building a Relationship
01:06:23 – Why You Need Space to Meet the Right Person
01:11:41 – The Nice Guy Dilemma and Boundaries
01:20:33 – Navigating Love, Work, and Purpose in 2025
01:39:30 – Final Thoughts: How Men Can Win Without Losing Themselves
Follow & Connect:
Dan Highcock https://www.instagram.com/danhighcockthm28
Matt Hall https://www.instagram.com/matthallofficial
Dan Meredith: @therealdanmeredith
Email: coffeewithdanpodcast@gmail.com