Man Fully Alive Conversations

Raise your hand if you feel a bit exhausted after 2020?   This month, Steve and Jake discuss one important question for you to ask this Advent as well as some concrete ways to make your Advent a joyful one!    Connect and Support: Become a Patron and help the show continue! https://www.manfullyaliveministries.com/ Connect on Instagram Connect on Twitter Connect on Facebook Email: manfullyaliveministries@gmail.com

This month, Jake and Steve talk about the really big questions after reflecting on the Gospel passage of Martha and Mary (Lk 10:38-42): What am I going to think on my deathbed? How will I feel like I spent my time? Will I feel like I prioritized the right things? The guys discuss these questions plus the heresy of Americanism and some great practical suggestions for how to make sure you are choosing the better part.   Connect and Support: Become a Patron and help the show continue! https://www.manfullyaliveministries.com/ Connect on Instagram Connect on Twitter Connect on Facebook Email: manfullyaliveministries@gmail.com

Part 2 of last month's episode, Jake sits down with David Calavitta, Director of Creative and Marketing for Life Teen to talk about Infertility. In this episode, David talks about his role as a supportive husband, his relationship with God, his perspective on hope as well as some practical advice for couples who are struggling with infertility. David also shares some great stories in this episode that illustrate the ups and downs of his and his wife's journey.   Connect and Support: Become a Patron and help the show continue! https://www.manfullyaliveministries.com/ Connect on Instagram Connect on Twitter Connect on Facebook Email: manfullyaliveministries@gmail.com

Part 1 of a two-part episode, Jake sits down with David Calavitta, Director of Creative and Marketing for Life Teen. David and his wife, Brittany, spent 10 years dealing with infertility. David shares what this time revealed to him about his relationship to his wife, his role as a man and the differences in his struggle as a man. David also shares some practical advice about how to broach this topic with those you suspect might be struggling with infertility AND his reasoning for why he prefers chunky over creamy peanut butter.    Connect and Support: Become a Patron and help the show continue! https://www.manfullyaliveministries.com/ Connect on Instagram Connect on Twitter Connect on Facebook Email: manfullyaliveministries@gmail.com

Are you stressing about how COVID is going to impact your kids with changes in schooling, social relationships, and other recreational activities?    Cory Groman, LPC joins Jake this week to discuss the physchological, emotional, and spiritual needs of children at different ages and what you can do to lead your children through the current crisis, even with big changes in their lives.    Topics include: Children's Developmental Stages and Needs Making Good Schooling Choices The Most Important Thing Your Kids Need From You this Year Taking Care of Your Spiritual Health    Connect and Support: Become a Patron and help the show continue! https://www.manfullyaliveministries.com/ Connect on Instagram Connect on Twitter Connect on Facebook Email: manfullyaliveministries@gmail.com   Resources: Contact Cory: therapistcorygroman@gmail.com Sondermind.com Book Recommendation: Switch on Your Brain   

This week, Jake shares some important updates about our schedule of published episodes. If you are new here, please connect with us and subscribe to hear some great, thought-provoking conversations that will help you build a life you are proud of.   Connect Become a Patron and help the show continue! https://www.manfullyaliveministries.com/ Connect on Instagram Connect on Twitter Connect on Facebook Email: manfullyaliveministries@gmail.com

Part 2 of our conversation with Deacon Harold Burke-Sivers. In this episode, Deacon Harold shares some great practical advice about what we can do right now as Catholics in our communities and in our homes. He also shares his unique perspective from his experience working in and with law enforcement.  www.deaconharold.com   Mentioned in this episode: Open Wide Our Hearts Brothers and Sisters to Us What We Have Seen and Heard Connect Become a Patron and help the show continue! https://www.manfullyaliveministries.com/ Connect on Instagram Connect on Twitter Connect on Facebook Email: manfullyaliveministries@gmail.com  

This week, renown speaker and evangelist, Deacon Harold Burke-Sivers, sits down with the guys to address the hard questions we are all facing right now. Deacon Harold shares his unique perspective as a Catholic and person of color in this insightful and important conversation. Connect Become a Patron and help the show continue! https://www.manfullyaliveministries.com/ Connect on Instagram Connect on Twitter Connect on Facebook Email: manfullyaliveministries@gmail.com

This week, Jake sits down (virtually) with Kramer Soderberg to talk about his new book, Fill Your Cup for Christi. Kramer has an awesome perspective coming from playing Division 1 & 2 basketball in college, his profound conversion and relationship with Christ. Listen to find out where the title of his book comes from and also what the background image is on his cell phone. Fill Your Cup for Christ KramerSoderberg.com Joshua by Joseph Girzone Searching for and Maintaining Peace by Jacques Philippe Connect Become a Patron and help the show continue! https://www.manfullyaliveministries.com/ Connect on Instagram Connect on Twitter Connect on Facebook Email: manfullyaliveministries@gmail.com

In honor of Father's Day, Jake and Steve each give their top 3 attributes of great fathers. The guys give some practical insights and share how striving for these ideals are helping them to become the fathers they want to be. They also talk about their favorite Dad gadgets, just in time for Father's Day gift suggestions!   Connect Become a Patron and help the show continue! https://www.manfullyaliveministries.com/ Connect on Instagram Connect on Twitter Connect on Facebook Email: manfullyaliveministries@gmail.com

Whether you are struggling with pornography, masturbation, or you have freedom from these temptations, this episode is a great one for any man to hear. Jake and special guest, Steve Pokorny from Freedom Coaching, discuss how we should approach the problem. Steve gives some really practical advice and shares his methods that get to the heart of the issue rather than the same old advice you've probably heard before. Freedom Coaching Redeemed Vision   Connect Become a Patron and help the show continue! https://www.manfullyaliveministries.com/ Connect on Instagram Connect on Twitter Connect on Facebook Email: manfullyaliveministries@gmail.com

This week, Jake, Daniel and Eric sit down to talk about the universal call to holiness as it applies to changing diapers, doing the dishes and everything in between. The guys share some great practical advice about how to live your vocation in your daily life, how to bring that to the liturgy and why we should ask what kind of holiness the Lord really is calling us towards. Plus, the guys reveal which side they are on in the real debate: chacos or tevas.   Christifideles Laici Abandonment to Divine Providence Connect Become a Patron and help the show continue! https://www.manfullyaliveministries.com/ Connect on Instagram Connect on Twitter Connect on Facebook Email: manfullyaliveministries@gmail.com

Feeling an increase in money stress lately? Want some advice from a financial coach on how to stop money from ruling your life, even in the midst of a recession?   This week, Nicole Stanley joins us to help bring you confidence and clarity about your finances. Nicole is the founder of Arise Financial Coaching and brings a TON of valuable tips and stories to this episode. We'll talk money fights, budgeting nightmares, and why God cares about your financial freedom to name a few.   For more tips from Nicole and a FREE easy to use budget sheet, visit arisefinancialcoachingaz.com and follow her at @arise.financial.coaching on Instagram.   Connect Become a Patron and help the show continue! https://www.manfullyaliveministries.com/ Connect on Instagram Connect on Twitter Connect on Facebook Email: manfullyaliveministries@gmail.com

This week, Jake sits down with local legend, Scott Bagshaw for an awesome conversation about the Holy Spirit. Scott shares some practical ways you can grow in your relationship with the Holy Spirit, what this will do in your life and he gives some pretty profound examples of how he has seen this in his own life.   Alpha Connect Become a Patron! https://www.manfullyaliveministries.com/ Connect on Instagram Connect on Twitter Connect on Facebook

The next installment in our serious on Virtuous Living, this week Jake and Eric sit down to talk about how to be fortitudinousness. They guys break down what the Church has taught about this manly virtue, why it actually might be good to suffer and what it should mean for our lives.   Connect Become a Patron! https://www.manfullyaliveministries.com/ Connect on Instagram Connect on Twitter Connect on Facebook

Back again, all four hosts talk about the startlingly un-masculine ways they have been spending their time during quarantine (except for Eric). Plus the guys also debate whether or not there will be clothes in heaven.     Connect Become a Patron! https://www.manfullyaliveministries.com/ Connect on Instagram Connect on Twitter Connect on Facebook

This week, all four guys share their perspective on this whole crazy COVID thing, why we should try to remain grateful for what we do have and the particular things we've leaned into that have helped us personally.     Connect Become a Patron! https://www.manfullyaliveministries.com/ Connect on Instagram Connect on Twitter Connect on Facebook

Part 2 of our conversation with Dave and Julie Lowicki about the joys, the challenges and the pitfalls of adoption and why every family should discern this beautiful choice. If you have not heard Part 1, we highly recommend going back and listening to that first.    Resources Adoption by Dr. Ray Gaurendi A Leap of Faith: Resource Guide For Foster Care and Adoption   how-to-adopt-and-foster/state-information    dcs.az.gov/national-foster-care-month-faqs   Connect Become a Patron! https://www.manfullyaliveministries.com/ Connect on Instagram Connect on Twitter Connect on Facebook

This week, Dave and Julie Lowicki share the amazing story of their journey from fostering to adoption, the incredible heartbreak, the joyous consolation and ultimately their steadfast faith that carried them through. This is part one of a two part conversation. Make sure to tune in next week to hear more about the practical aspects of adoption and the common pitfalls to know about if you are considering adoption for your family. Resources Adoption by Dr. Ray Gaurendi A Leap of Faith: Resource Guide For Foster Care and Adoption   how-to-adopt-and-foster/state-information    dcs.az.gov/national-foster-care-month-faqs   Connect Become a Patron! https://www.manfullyaliveministries.com/ Connect on Instagram Connect on Twitter Connect on Facebook

This week, Steve and Jake but on their berets and discuss the finer things. Actually, we talk about why some of us don't really find classical art appealing and our own approach to appreciating art work. Steve shares some of his favorite artists and also makes some bold claims about your artistic potential.  How Catholic Art Saved the Faith: The Triumph of Beauty and Truth in Counter-Reformation by Elizabeth Lev SteveBirdArt.com   Connect Become a Patron! https://www.manfullyaliveministries.com/ Connect on Instagram Connect on Twitter Connect on Facebook

This episode: how to avoid the Covid-19 pounds! Jake and Daniel talk about the virtue of temperance, how we can foster that as men and how it's not always about quantity. Jake and Daniel talk about their own struggles with this virtue and also get into the topics of alcohol and weed.    Connect Become a Patron! https://www.manfullyaliveministries.com/ Connect on Instagram Connect on Twitter Connect on Facebook

After you decide to “settle down,” what happens next? This week, Jake and Steve talk about the importance of dating your wife. It may not seem like a reasonable topic while we are currently all living as shut-ins, but when things do go back to normal…eventually… you’ll be glad you listened to this episode. What else have you got to do? Connect Become a Patron! https://www.manfullyaliveministries.com/ Connect on Instagram Connect on Twitter Connect on Facebook

Break up the craziness of Coronavirus this week with Jake and Eric who reflect on this Sunday’s Gospel and the most important things: Jesus and what he is asking of us. Also, find out what Jake and Eric are most looking forward to in the Easter Season. Connect Become a Patron! https://www.manfullyaliveministries.com/ Connect on Instagram Connect on Twitter Connect on Facebook

The continued conversation from last week's episode, Jake and Cory discuss how to know whether you are going through spiritual desolation or clinical depression, where to draw the line between spiritual realities and mental health or if there even is one. In this episode, Cory also gives some great practical advice if you find yourself struggling with these questions. Connect Become a Patron! https://www.manfullyaliveministries.com/ Connect on Instagram Connect on Twitter Connect on Facebook

Part 1 of a 2-parter, this week Jake sits down with Corey Groman, Licensed Professional Therapist, to discuss how we should think about anxiety, depression and loneliness from a Catholic perspective. Jake and Cory get into why there is a reluctance among men to admit these struggles and what to do when you find yourself in the midst of them.   Connect Become a Patron! https://www.manfullyaliveministries.com/ Connect on Instagram Connect on Twitter Connect on Facebook

This week, Jake and Daniel have a great conversation about intercessory prayer, what that means and what our mentality should be when we are praying for others. They share some awesome quotes from the saints on this topic and also respond to a listener question: what is your go-to Mass outfit? Connect Become a Patron! https://www.manfullyaliveministries.com/ Connect on Instagram Connect on Twitter Connect on Facebook

This week, it’s confessions from the confessional… not really, but Jake and Steve do somehow manage to make this a lighthearted topic with some great confession stories and some practical tips about how to go about it, our own lessons learned and what NOT to think when you are waiting in line.   Connect Become a Patron! https://www.manfullyaliveministries.com/ Connect on Instagram Connect on Twitter Connect on Facebook

Does the music we listen to have an effect on us? If so, what kind of music should we be listening to? Am I supposed to like Christian music? This week, Jake and Daniel dive into these questions and also talk about their own musical accomplishments. Also, Jake shares how long he once spent on a road trip in absolute silence. Neil Peart - YYZ 35 - Why Silence is a Must for Godly Men Connect Become a Patron! https://www.manfullyaliveministries.com/ Connect on Instagram Connect on Twitter Connect on Facebook

Part 2 of a 2-part discussion with Jake and Steve along with their wives, Nicole and Cindy about Natural Family Planning: the joys, the challenges and everything in between. Check out the Part 1 if you missed it and listen for our not so catchy suggestions for re-naming NFP. Connect Become a Patron! https://www.manfullyaliveministries.com/ Connect on Instagram Connect on Twitter Connect on Facebook

Want to hear an honest account of two real couples who don’t contracept? This week, Jake and Steve are joined by their wives, Nicole and Cindy, to discuss the good the bad and the chimpanzee butt ugly of Natural Family Planning. Come along for this conversation with lots of blushing and giggling. Disclaimer, this is definitely more of an adult topic so use discretion if listening with little ones nearby. Pope Paul VI's predictions about contraception Connect Become a Patron! https://www.manfullyaliveministries.com/ Connect on Instagram Connect on Twitter Connect on Facebook

This week, Jake sits down with special guest, Jimmy Mitchell, to tackle the crisis of masculinity. What are the root causes? What are the ways we can overcome the normalization of sin? When do we become men and what does it mean to be a spiritual father to others? https://lovegoodculture.com/ Connect Become a Patron! https://www.manfullyaliveministries.com/ Connect on Instagram Connect on Twitter Connect on Facebook

Part two of a two-parter with former Internet Crimes Investigator and now head of the Digital Empowerment Project, Scott Frank. If last week's episode left you feeling depressed and overwhelmed, this one will leave you feeling empowered and hopeful. Scott talks about the tools we have at our disposal as parents, how to have these conversations and what is really at the heart of these issues.  https://digitalempowermentproject.com/ Connect Become a Patron! https://www.manfullyaliveministries.com/ Connect on Instagram Connect on Twitter Connect on Facebook

Part one of a two-part episode, this week Jake sits down with former Internet Crimes Investigator and now head of the Digital Empowerment Project, Scott Frank, to talk about the dangers that face our children online today. This is extremely useful information for anyone to know and we guarantee you will learn something that will make you think twice about the exposure we all willingly agree to when we push that green download button. https://digitalempowermentproject.com/ Connect Become a Patron! https://www.manfullyaliveministries.com/ Connect on Instagram Connect on Twitter Connect on Facebook  

It's been a heck of a launch year for Man Fully Alive Conversations! Tune in this week for a quick review of 2019 and an invite for how you can help spread the mission in 2020. Merry Christmas and Happy New Year! Become a Patron! https://www.manfullyaliveministries.com/ Connect on Instagram Connect on Twitter Connect on Facebook

In this episode, Jake and Steve talk about how we can embrace suffering and ask a more important question than "why is this happening to me?" Admittedly, we are bad at suffering ourselves but reflecting on the opportunity to not waste our suffering will get you thinking about it in a new way.   Connect: https://www.manfullyaliveministries.com/ Connect on Instagram Connect on Twitter Connect on Facebook

This week, Jake and Eric get into what it really means to share in the universal priesthood we all receive at baptism and how we can actually consecrate the world to God through our daily sacrifices. Definitely some big topics to reflect on this Advent season.  Connect: https://www.manfullyaliveministries.com/ Connect on Instagram Connect on Twitter Connect on Facebook

This week, Jake and Eric discuss what Advent is really all about and how to truly enter into the spirit of preparation that we are called to as followers of Christ. The guys also share some of their favorite Advent traditions that will help you enter more fully into this season. Connect: https://www.manfullyaliveministries.com/ Connect on Instagram Connect on Twitter Connect on Facebook

This week, Jake and Daniel talk about the various forms of Consecration to Mary, the impact it has made on their lives and how it has actually brought them closer to Jesus. They also get into the biblical roots and arguments for Marian Devotion. If you are contemplating Consecration to Mary, this episode is for you. True Devotion to Mary - St. Louis de Montfort 33 Days to Morning Glory - Fr. Michael Gaitely Totus Tuus (John Paul II) - Fr. Brian McMaster Connect: https://www.manfullyaliveministries.com/ Connect on Instagram Connect on Twitter Connect on Facebook

This week, Jake sits down with Leo Gallegos, aka "The Catholic Running Guy" to talk about how becoming disciplined through exercise helped Leo grow as a Christian and as a man.  Leo has completed several ultramarathons and is the founder of Libertas, an apparel company whose mission is to build up and encourage men to be more fully alive. You can find out more about Libertas and Leo's journey at libertasalive.com. Check out his awesome stuff and use special code MFA15 to get 15% off for our listeners! You can also connect with him on Social Media at... libertas_alive or catholic.running.guy on Instagram libertasalive on Facebook libertas_alive on Twitter Connect: https://www.manfullyaliveministries.com/ Connect on Instagram Connect on Twitter Connect on Facebook

This week, Jake and Steve talk about the best antidotes for the mundane and how to keep your life interesting. We talk about the common struggles everyone faces in this regard and the ways we have found, personally, to overcome them. Connect: https://www.manfullyaliveministries.com/ Connect on Instagram Connect on Twitter Connect on Facebook

This week, Jake, Daniel and Steve sit down to talk about why Fatherhood is not as scary as David Pumpkins. We also talk about how becoming fathers has affected us. We share some of our favorite memories and some of the fears/apprehensions we felt gearing up for this huge step. Connect: https://www.manfullyaliveministries.com/ Connect on Instagram Connect on Twitter Connect on Facebook

This week, Jake and Steve sit down with Robbie Penate, a fellow football lover to discuss how we can enjoy this great pastime while keeping our priorities straight, entering into proper rest and making sure we are leisure-ing well. Connect: https://www.manfullyaliveministries.com/ Connect on Instagram Connect on Twitter Connect on Facebook

Ryan O’Connell joins us again. This time to discuss more of a light-hearted topic (kind of). Whatever your thoughts are on the genre of Horror film, Ryan makes a pretty compelling case that will probably make you think twice about it and gives us some recommendations to watch this Halloween. Connect: https://www.manfullyaliveministries.com/ Connect on Instagram Connect on Twitter Connect on Facebook

This week, Jake and Daniel talk about the importance of taking time for silence in your life, some practical ways to do this (even in the midst of a busy schedule) and how this has helped them in their own lives. Also, hear Jake and Daniel’s wildly different experiences asking the same man for his blessing to marry his daughter. Mentioned in the podcast… Examen Prayer The Mindful Catholic by Dr. Gregory Bottaro Connect: https://www.manfullyaliveministries.com/ Connect on Instagram Connect on Twitter Connect on Facebook

This week, Jake and Eric talk about the best play in your evangelizational playbook. It is a sure-fire way to take the awkwardness or uneasiness out of sharing the faith with your friends, family, co-workers etc. Listen to Jake and Eric's testimonies and hear how to take the pressure off of evangelization in this week's episode. Connect: https://www.manfullyaliveministries.com/ Connect on Instagram Connect on Twitter Connect on Facebook

This week, Eric and Jake each share their top 3 books that will make you a better man. We are pretty sure you have not read all of these so definitely check it out and let us know your top 3. Connect: https://www.manfullyaliveministries.com/ Connect on Instagram Connect on Twitter Connect on Facebook  

This week, Jake and Daniel sit down with AJ & Brandon of the Inkledeux podcast to talk about what it means to be a leader and AJ demonstrates his superior taste in beer. Timestamps: 9:35 – Response to listener question: what are your hobbies? 17:00 – What does it mean to be a leader? 23:00 – How to be a leader in everyday life 28:00 – What role does vulnerability play in leadership? 34:00 – What should motivate you as a leader? 43:00 – Final thoughts/encouragements…   Connect: https://www.manfullyaliveministries.com/ https://inkledeux.com/ Connect on Instagram Connect on Twitter Connect on Facebook

This week, Jake interviews author, David Smith, about his new book. David shares a lot of wisdom about the challenges men face in maintaining real friendships, why it’s so important and some practical suggestions for how to go about making authentic friendships in the first place.   Resources https://formingconnections.com/   Connect: https://www.manfullyaliveministries.com/ Connect on Instagram Connect on Twitter Connect on Facebook

This week Jake and Steve ask the important questions about our work life and where it should fall in the list of priorities. We also share some advice about how to strive for a healthy balance between work and family and talk about how bad Jake's lawn is right now.   Resources:  Opus Dei: Work and Family   Connect: https://www.manfullyaliveministries.com/ Connect on Instagram Connect on Twitter Connect on Facebook

This week, the guys (minus Steve) are joined by special guest, Taylor Schroll of the Forte Catholic podcast, to talk about Catholic guilt and Taylor’s startling suspicions about Steve.  

In this episode, Jake, a youth minister, and Daniel, a successful business dude, discuss all things money, the pitfalls of being overly concerned about money and their own approach to personal finance, tithing and stewardship. Mentioned in this episode: A Life on Less Dave Ramsey Rich Dad Poor Dad Think and Grow Rich