Arena of Man Podcast

J.J. Bleday was selected in the 1st round (4th overall) in the 2019 MLB Draft by the Miami Marlins. Beyond his incredible talent as a baseball player, J.J. is a great young man. In this episode J.J. shares his story and along the way we discuss pursuing your dreams and how we are called to make an impact through a life of sacrifice for those around us.

Every man faces seasons of uncertainty. What do you do when you don't know what to do? This episode shares principles that will help you emerge victorious from the arena of uncertainty.

Reading. It's one of the greatest ways to gain knowledge and pursue growth, yet many men find it a struggle to become a reader. Stephen Prather shares the value of developing the habit of reading in the life of a man. If you're looking to be a leader, you must become a reader. This episode will show you how.

Of the many "arenas" that exist in your life, few compare in importance to that of your home. As a husband and father, to be your best as a man means you must lead. Fatherlessness is one of our culture’s greatest problems, and it's because so many men have embraced a life of passivity instead of stepping into the arena. In this episode, Linc Taylor shares five keys to building your home. Put these principles into action and build your legacy as a husband and father.

As men, we admire men that possess a high level of mental toughness. These men seem to be "bomb proof" regardless of the situations they face. But how can you develop mental toughness in your own life? Mental toughness is a key characteristic for your growth in every arena of life. This episode will help you create a plan to develop your mental toughness.

When it comes to your finances, do you have a plan or are you just living life and hoping for the best? In this episode, certified financial planner, David Knox, shares key principles to help you develop an action plan that will position you for the future, while also allowing you to enjoy life today.

Step in the arena of career as entrepreneur and FlyteVu Founding Partner, Jeremy Holley tells his story and along the way shares foundational principles that you can apply to help you move from simply working a "job" to actually pursuing your passion.

There are many positive influences that led to the creation of Arena of Man. Mike Yarbrough, founder of Wolf and Iron (wolfandiron.com) is certainly one of the biggest. In this conversation, I sit down with Mike to discuss the story of Wolf and Iron, and what motivates him to help men be men. This broad conversation offers a ton for men looking to be their best in every arena of life.

Step into the arena of hunting and conservations with avid outdoorsman, Taylor Johnson. Taylor shares his story of how he was introduced to hunting, early season tips, the value of experiencing the outdoors with those you love, and how to get started if you've never hunted before.

Step into the arena of health and fitness for an interview with Andy Hunt about functional fitness and how creating a gym at home can help you achieve your fitness goals while also managing your time effectively.

The mission of Arena of Man is to encourage and equip you to become your best in every arena of life. But the question that every man must answer is, "What can I do?" In this episode, Andy shares his thoughts and strategy for self-improvement to help you step into the arena of becoming your very best.

As a man, the most important relationship you have is with our wife. Yet it can be the most neglected. In this episode we step into the arena of marriage as, Curt Campbell and Lance Brown, founders of Love Your Wife (loveyouwife.net), share practical steps and truths that will help you strengthen your most important relationship. Helpful Links arenaofman.com Show NotesSubscribe to Arena of Man Updates loveyourwife.netLove Your Wife YouTube Channel

Peter Goodwin is a bush pilot, a one-time Alaskan adventure and Kodiak bear hunting guide, and now is the founder and CEO of Groove Life. Groove Life is one of the fastest growing adventure companies in the world and is most famous for their silicone rings. In this episode, Peter shares the story of Groove Life and how we as men are hard-wired for adventure. He shares how his faith in Jesus compels him to “burn the ships” and press on toward all that God is calling him to be, and he encourages us to do the same. As a listener of the Arena of Man podcast, use discount code, "AOM20" to receive 20% off your order at groovelife.com

Men are drawn to the hero in every story, but many men struggle to understand how to become heroic. This episode will help you find your way, as I speak with author Bill Delvaux about his new book, "Heroic: The Surprising Path to True Manhood."

On April 10, 1899, Theodore Roosevelt delivered one of his most famous speeches where he called for every American to pursue "the strenuous life." This episode shares how you can be your best in every arena of life through the strenuous life.

As chaplain of the Vanderbilt Baseball Team, I've spent the last two weeks in Omaha, Nebraska for the College World Series. During my time here, I've learned some lessons from the team and players that translate perfectly to the lives of men. I share those lessons with you in this week's episode.

In this episode we step into the arena of family and relationships for a conversation with Aaron Bryant about your role as the spiritual leader in your home.

All of us have a calling. As a man, you were made for greatness; you were made to change the world. Project 615 co-founder and CEO, Derek Evans shares about his new book "Made the Change the World: How Ordinary People are Called to do Extraordinary Work."

In episode 5 of the Arena of Man Podcast, we step into the arena of health and fitness for a conversation with Robert Butler. Robert coaches and leads a men's fitness group called "CF 4:50." In this episode, you'll be challenged to take the first step toward better health and fitness. We also discuss how functional fitness groups provide you with tremendous opportunities to build your "band of brothers."

In this episode you'll be challenged to step into the arena of man as, Hall of Fame college baseball coach, Keith Madison shares how your legacy is shaped by your moment-by-moment decisions. We discuss how God uses decisions of our past to shape our stories today. We consider what truly defines success, and once again we emphasize the importance of a band of brothers.

In episode 3 of the Arena of Man Podcast, New York Times best-selling author, Stephen Mansfield, shares his "manly maxims" from his book Mansfield's Book of Manly Men. Stephen shares about the night he became a man, the importance of rites of passage, and every man's need for a band of brothers.

Episode 1 of the Arena of Man Podcast is a welcome and introduction intended to share the vision and motivation behind the creation of Arena of Man, and what you can expect in the coming episodes to encourage and equip you to be your best as a man in every arena of life.

In this interview, we step into the arena of man with John Zeller, Executive Director of S.C.O.R.E. International and Professional Baseball Chaplain.  We cover a variety of topics from John's work with professional athletes, the great need that exists in our society for men to become leaders, how to develop a proper perspective when facing difficult circumstances, and so much more. I think you'll be challenged and encouraged in your pursuit of authentic manhood by what John shares.