Podcasts about Masculinity

On today's show: Dennis explores the topic of declining masculinity in men. He shares his observations on how societal changes, such as the shift from rugged, masculine icons like John Wayne to more polished, boyish figures like Tom Cruise, reflect a broader issue. Dennis also discusses how this trend affects men's behavior, citing examples like the decline of men paying for dates and the rise of the "fifty-fifty" approach. He invites listeners to share their thoughts on this topic, sparking a lively discussion about the importance of traditional masculine values and the impact on relationships and society.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Spirit wanted to cover this topic of what is attractive when it comes to a man. If it is not about physical looks then what attracts a partner? In our society men are seen as a protector and provider. Most perspectives from women are that "we don't care what a man goes through just keep going". A man is judged for what he can provide and not what he has to go through to achieve the resources. This episode touches on self-worth and self respect in a man. When a man has done the work on himself and deals with his dark past is just one aspect that is very attractive to a woman. Men has learned over the years that they can't divulge what is on their mind or the struggles they are going through day after day. Many social labels comes from judgement saying that men are toxic and that being a man is a mental condition. Why do men stay silent when we have problems? Men don't like being vulnerable. Know more about your man in this message.If you are looking for more answers on this topic listen in and discover more about the source in which your brain is talking to you in this podcast.This Meditation only podcast channel with Tony and his Tuning Forks: https://raisingyourspiritsmeditation.buzzsprout.comIn the meditation portion of this podcast we used the Sunlight Meditation: Sunlight Meditation - Masculine For safety reasons we ask that you not listen to the meditation portion of this podcast if you are driving or operating any machinery as the sounds and frequencies will place you in an altered state. Here is a link to Tony's many classes/workshops especially his world class transformational Sound Bathing Events every month where you can attend virtually on ZOOM from your home: https://lovehigherself.com/eventsSubscribe to our YouTube Channel at https://www.youtube.com/@raisingyourspiritswithtony108 Meditation only Podcast Library: Raising Your Spirits Meditation Podcast (buzzsprout.com)Tony Gyenis conducts a free weekly Facebook LIVE meditation class on Fridays at 1:30pm Eastern called Tuning In with Tony . Here is the link to Tony's page to join his weekly class: https://www.facebook.com/tony.gyenis Book your spot here: https://calendly.com/whitelight878/tune-in-with-tonyTony's eCard:https://link.v1ce.co.uk/pbex/tonygyenis Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Send a textWhy are you a father?Why should you show up when it's hard?Why does being a dad actually matter?In this powerful conversation, I sit down with Paul Wandrey of the Why Dad Podcast to unpack the question most men never slow down enough to answer.We talk about grief, miscarriage, losing a child, emotional exhaustion, anger, therapy, and the pressure to be the “strong oak” for your family. But what if real strength isn't about being unbreakable?This episode dives into:How loss reshapes a man's identity as a fatherThe myth of emotional stoicism in menProcessing grief without shutting downHolding boundaries without losing connectionHow to redefine strength as a husband and dadWhy defining your “why” changes everythingIf you've ever felt tired, frustrated, disconnected, or unsure how to lead your family well… this one is for you.Stronger. Mindful. Present.InstagramYoutubePodcast00:00 Becoming a Dad: The Steeper Learning Curve & the Big “Why?”00:37 Welcome to The Daughter Podcast + Meet Paul01:48 What “Why Dad?” Really Means (Kids' Questions, Future Fathers, Showing Up)04:10 Intentional Fatherhood & Paul's Co-Host Perspective (Before You Have Kids)06:07 Sponsor Break: People Will Hunt06:53 Paul's Origin Story: 1 of 9, Military/Catholic Upbringing, Seminary Years08:43 Loss, Grief, and Fatherhood Tested: Miscarriage & Isla's 22-Week Birth12:38 Turning Pain Into Purpose: Becoming the Best Dad + Starting a Podcast14:47 Processing Miscarriage as a Couple: Dad vs. Mom Experience23:21 Honoring Amelia: Naming, Art, and Learning How to Support Sarah26:55 The “newborn smell” & instant bonding as a dad29:32 Racing to the hospital: unexpected labor at 22 weeks31:02 In the OR: helplessness, waiting, and Isla's final moments33:31 After the loss: choosing to heal together (not break apart)35:47 Redefining strength for dads: grief, pressure, and leading as one41:01 Tools that helped: therapy, anger triggers, and parenting with empathy46:48 Modeling growth (not perfection) + the host's own dad journey52:47 Looking 50 years ahead: health, presence, and lasting connection56:16 Advice to dads in grief: find your “why” and keep recentering58:42 Where to find Why Dad + final thanks, subscribe, and newsletter outroGuest Disclaimer:The views and opinions expressed on this podcast are solely those of the guests. They do not necessarily reflect the views or opinions of the host, any organizations, companies, or institutions mentioned, or corporate entities represented by the host.Our aim is to provide a platform for diverse perspectives and open dialogue. While we strive for accuracy and balance, it's important to recognize that opinions may vary. We encourage critical thinking and further explSupport the showCatch up w/ The Daughtered Podcast Oscar on Instagram Few Will Hunt. 10% OFF use GIRLDAD Want to be a guest on The DAUGHTERED Podcast? Want to collaborate? Send Oscar Pena a message on PodMatch, here: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/daughteredpodcast

Do you get angry about the sexual rejection in your marriage? Does it piss you off when you get turned down for sex or intimacy? Do you get shamed for even "wanting" to connect with her in that way? In this episode I talk about why we get like this and how it makes you feel as well as how it makes her feel - plus some information about how to move forward in a better, more confident way that will also help you create more of what you really want in your relationship.In our coaching, we help men get a powerful new mindset that empowers you to give, love and connect more deeply because you're finally doing that within yourself first. This mindset allows empathy, trust and connection to happen because you're confident in who you're being. We teach skills and knowledge that nobody ever teaches men when we're younger. Skills and knowledge that make you feel confident and in control even when chaos is going on around you. It's amazing what you can achieve when you make yourself a priority. Most men don't.   They are too busy taking care of everyone else.  Too busy minding the store and making the money.   They are focused on the "outside game" of winning life. But their "inside game" of confidence and clarity is suffering badly. You can only improve your inside game with other men. We would love to help you become more calm, more strong emotionally and more confident and happy in who you are as a man. Come and join us, either through 1-on-1 coaching with my colleague Dan Dore or me, or in our group coaching program with other amazing men who are travelling the same path as you right now in our Men's Live Coaching Roundtable. There's an amazing tribe of guys in this group with us, supporting and helping each other through this process of growth and self realization. https://goodguys2greatmen.com/goodguys2greatmen-live-coaching-roundtable/ If you're facing possible divorce, we have an online course which is specifically for you - Defuse the Divorce Bomb: https://mojopolis.thinkific.com/courses/HDDB-preview?ref=a53950 What if this next year everything changed for you? That's what we want for you brother, We love teaching men these tools - how to be better, how to know who you are, what you stand for, what you want and how to CREATE it in your life through our Masculine Confidence coaching programs. Dan and I are here to guide you on this mission.https://goodguys2greatmen.com/mens-relationship-coaching/ Steve's book Straight Talk Tools for the Desperate Husband will help you to lead yourself and your relationship back to good health. Understand why your partner acts the way she does toward you and learn how to lead your life in the direction you want it to go. You CAN have the relationship you want, fulfilling all your desires while maintaining love and respect.https://goodguys2greatmen.com/straight-talk-tools-for-the-desperate-husband/ We also have a free e-book to help men learn how to lose their fear and be more bold in their marriage to create the love and connection they want. Get The Hard to Swallow Truth About Saving Your Marriage: https://goodguys2greatmen.com/ If you want to learn more about how to take a bigger step toward being a clear-headed, confident man of action, then find out more here: https://goodguys2greatmen.com/mens-relationship-coaching/ We would be thrilled to help you get there - our first discovery call is always free and always gives you a BIG boost of confidence. You WILL become a clearer, stronger, more confident man only through other men. Your woman cannot take you there - and she doesn't WANT to...trust us on that. Sign up to receive our email newsletters for lots more free tips and advice here: https://archive.aweber.com/stevemain Subscribe to be notified whenever we upload a new video: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC13h36xaBvyTPVAES4-4rXw?sub_confirmation=1 You can watch all our videos here: https://goodguys2greatmen.com/video-library/ Or read our blog articles here: https://goodguys2greatmen.com/blog/Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/goodguys2greatmen-podcast--4650431/support.

In this conversation, the speakers discuss the evolving role of men in the church and society, highlighting a resurgence of male attendance in churches and the challenges they face. They explore the changing dynamics of masculinity, the importance of spiritual leadership in the home, and the need for men to connect meaningfully with each other. The discussion also touches on the significance of fatherhood, the impact of technology, and the future direction of men's ministry, emphasizing the importance of community and discipleship.  

Ashley Cain has seen it all - from a glittering career as a sportsman to a dynamic social media and television career. Now he's a man on a mission with one clear goal - to inspire those who need it, and reassure the broken that hope is out there. Ashley joins Rob to talk about his remarkable life, his setbacks, and how he fought back from his lowest ebb to come out fighting. He also addresses the common ills in society today and what the biggest lie about masculinity is in the world today. Get ready for something truly disruptive and truly inspiring. BEST MOMENTS “Our grandparents fought in wars - now we're fighting on social media” “If it hurts, good. If it's hard, brilliant” “I'm a disruptor. The comfortability factor scares me more than chaos” Exclusive community & resources:   For more EXCLUSIVE & unfiltered content to make, manage & multiply more money, join our private online education platform: Money.School →⁠ ⁠⁠https://money.school⁠   And if you'd like to meet 7 & 8 figure entrepreneurs, & scale to 6, 7 or 8 figures in your business or personal income, join us at our in-person Money Maker Summit Event (including EXCLUSIVE millionaire guests/masterminds sessions)  →⁠ ⁠⁠https://robmoore.live/mms⁠ 

Order “Offensive Christianity” here - https://press.founders.org/shop/offensive-christianity/jchasedavis.comSupport the show!! - https://www.patreon.com/chasedavisSummaryIn this episode, I discuss my new book, 'Offensive Christianity,' which addresses the crisis of masculinity in the church and society. I explore the challenges men face today, including the feminization of faith and the need for biblical manhood. I emphasize the importance of men stepping into leadership roles in their homes, churches, and communities, and advocate for a return to a more historically rooted understanding of manhood. I also touch on practical applications for men, endorsements of the book, and the call for Christians to engage culture offensively.Support the showSign up for the Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/chasedavisFollow Full Proof Theology on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/fullprooftheology/Follow Full Proof Theology on Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/fullprooftheology/

The custody battle isn't decided by a gavel—it's decided in the quiet hours between court dates. We break down the decision gap, the stretch of weeks where messages, handoffs, and “temporary” deals stack into the patterns a judge will actually see. If you've ever fired off a heated text, argued on a porch during pickup, or let a holiday slide without a makeup day, you've felt the drift: the slow erosion of paternal authority that turns well‑meaning compromises into a new status quo.We pull back the curtain on how family court rewards preparation, pattern, and restraint—not sentiment—and show you how to build a defensible record of being the steady parent. You'll hear a composite case of “Mark,” a devoted dad who moved out to “lower the temperature” and months later faced an attorney arguing his limited time proved lack of involvement. From there, we walk through practical tools: BIFF communication to avoid traps, a command center for logging exchanges and decisions, and a clear method to grant flexibility only with documented reciprocity.Expect specific plays you can run today: set up a dedicated communication channel that time‑stamps every message, pre‑write calm responses for predictable provocations, document holiday swaps with equal makeup time, and push for temporary orders that reflect true involvement. We also talk about the power of community—learning from dads who've already navigated these pitfalls—and why shifting from hope to an operational end state is the move that protects your role for the long haul. Being unprepared is how great fathers become weekend visitors. Most ground is lost quietly through "drift" and decisions made under pressure. Stop the drift today at TheDivorcedDadvocate.com.Access your tactical tools:Risk Assessment: Identify your "quiet loss" exposure in 10 minutes.Protection Session: Book a private triage to ensure mistakes don't become permanent.Your kids are counting on you. Support the show

Entrepreneur and coach Paul Simard shares a powerful conversation about a mental health journey shaped not by dramatic breaking points, but by a slow realization that something felt missing beneath professional success and outward stability. From navigating long-term depression masked by high energy and self-criticism to confronting shame after job loss and family tension, Paul explains how therapy and men's development work helped him rethink masculinity, strength, and emotional presence. He introduces the idea of becoming “stoppable” — slowing down, embracing limits, and choosing openness — and makes the case that when men connect without competition or ego, it can transform relationships, families, and communities.

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If it isn't obvious…the boys are lonely. In this episode, Beatrice Oshodi, your new favorite Gemini and Jill of all trades, joins me to explore masculinity, emotional homes, and the contradictions —power and tenderness, silence and expression—that shape male loneliness and connection.

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If you're living in a sexless marriage you may want to know what you can do to change the direction you're headed in and start to reignite the spark that you had between you before. In this episode I talk about the common issue that effects every area of our lives but is almost guaranteed to be involved in some way or another when you find yourself in a low sex or no sex marriage or sexless relationship.In our coaching, we help men get a powerful new mindset that empowers you to give, love and connect more deeply because you're finally doing that within yourself first. This mindset allows empathy, trust and connection to happen because you're confident in who you're being. We teach skills and knowledge that nobody ever teaches men when we're younger. Skills and knowledge that make you feel confident and in control even when chaos is going on around you. It's amazing what you can achieve when you make yourself a priority. Most men don't.   They are too busy taking care of everyone else.  Too busy minding the store and making the money.   They are focused on the "outside game" of winning life. But their "inside game" of confidence and clarity is suffering badly. You can only improve your inside game with other men. We would love to help you become more calm, more strong emotionally and more confident and happy in who you are as a man. Come and join us, either through 1-on-1 coaching with my colleague Dan Dore or me, or in our group coaching program with other amazing men who are travelling the same path as you right now in our Men's Live Coaching Roundtable. There's an amazing tribe of guys in this group with us, supporting and helping each other through this process of growth and self realization. https://goodguys2greatmen.com/goodguys2greatmen-live-coaching-roundtable/ If you're facing possible divorce, we have an online course which is specifically for you - Defuse the Divorce Bomb: https://mojopolis.thinkific.com/courses/HDDB-preview?ref=a53950 What if this next year everything changed for you? That's what we want for you brother, We love teaching men these tools - how to be better, how to know who you are, what you stand for, what you want and how to CREATE it in your life through our Masculine Confidence coaching programs. Dan and I are here to guide you on this mission.https://goodguys2greatmen.com/mens-relationship-coaching/ Steve's book Straight Talk Tools for the Desperate Husband will help you to lead yourself and your relationship back to good health. Understand why your partner acts the way she does toward you and learn how to lead your life in the direction you want it to go. You CAN have the relationship you want, fulfilling all your desires while maintaining love and respect.https://goodguys2greatmen.com/straight-talk-tools-for-the-desperate-husband/ We also have a free e-book to help men learn how to lose their fear and be more bold in their marriage to create the love and connection they want. Get The Hard to Swallow Truth About Saving Your Marriage: https://goodguys2greatmen.com/ If you want to learn more about how to take a bigger step toward being a clear-headed, confident man of action, then find out more here: https://goodguys2greatmen.com/mens-relationship-coaching/ We would be thrilled to help you get there - our first discovery call is always free and always gives you a BIG boost of confidence. You WILL become a clearer, stronger, more confident man only through other men. Your woman cannot take you there - and she doesn't WANT to...trust us on that. Sign up to receive our email newsletters for lots more free tips and advice here: https://archive.aweber.com/stevemain Subscribe to be notified whenever we upload a new video: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC13h36xaBvyTPVAES4-4rXw?sub_confirmation=1 You can watch all our videos here: https://goodguys2greatmen.com/video-library/ Or read our blog articles here: https://goodguys2greatmen.com/blog/Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/goodguys2greatmen-podcast--4650431/support.

In this episode of The Glen Gilbert Connection, relationship and breakup coach Rudy A shares his raw, personal journey from marrying his high school sweetheart at 21 to navigating a divorce after 16 years. We dive deep into the unique challenges men face during heartbreak, exploring how the end of a long-term relationship can spark a massive identity crisis. Rudy discusses the critical importance of men taking true accountability for their faults rather than playing the victim, and how doing the hard work in therapy can forge a better man. We also tackle the most common pitfalls men fall into when trying to move on, specifically the dangers of isolation and using toxic rebound relationships to mask the pain. Looking to re-enter the modern dating world or build stronger connections? This conversation covers actionable strategies, emphasizing the need for men to establish a compelling personal world and a "visual story" of their passions before even touching a dating app. We break down the delicate balance of masculine vulnerability, advising men on when to open up to a partner and why treating a first date like a therapy session is a massive mistake. Finally, Rudy highlights the absolute necessity of building a tight-knit brotherhood of supportive male friends who will call out your toxic habits and help you reclaim your strength. More from Rudy A: Stan Store: https://stan.store/Rudy_A Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rudy_a__ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@rude_advice Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RudeAdvice/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@rudeadvice Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3JFxKkkzZHWU2kJsc2rMw7?si=acc1a17fbb5044a0&nd=1&dlsi=07bf18f3736b4c89 More from Glen Gilbert: Website: theglengilbertconnection.com Podcast: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-glen-gilbert-connection/id1806698347 Instagram: instagram.com/theglengilbertconnection X: x.com/TheGGConnection Facebook: facebook.com/profile.php?id=61579580627062 Join Glen as he delves into the complexities of modern relationships, focusing on seasoned adults. Through insightful conversations with experts and real-life stories, this podcast provides invaluable wisdom to help men in their prime lead, provide, and protect within their relationships. Whether you're navigating marriage, long-term partnerships, or rediscovering single life, tune in for candid discussions that empower you to build stronger, healthier connections. The views and opinions expressed in "The Glen Gilbert Connection" are solely those of the host and guests and do not reflect the official policy or position of any other individuals, organizations, or entities. The content is for informational purposes only and not intended as a substitute for professional advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or qualified health provider with questions regarding medical conditions or relationships. #RudyA #Masculinity #Heartbreak #DivorceRecovery #MensMentalHealth #DatingAfterDivorce #RelationshipCoach #BreakupAdvice #GlenGilbertConnection #RudeAdvice #RebuildingIdentity #Accountability #ModernDating #MensSupport #PersonalGrowth #DivorceSupport #HealingJourney #SelfImprovement #DatingTipsForMen #MaleVulnerability #HealthyMasculinity #LifeAfterDivorce #BreakupRecovery #RelationshipAdvice #MenDating #EmpoweringMen #OvercomingHeartbreak #PodcastForMen #MovingOn #GrowthMindset

In this powerful episode, Melissa sits down with Tim Wright — former Lutheran pastor of 41 years, author, and passionate advocate for helping boys grow into strong, compassionate men of character. Melissa begins the conversation with a question many parents of boys are quietly asking: What does it even mean to be a man in today's world? With cultural messages constantly shifting — and often equating masculinity with toxicity — Tim offers a refreshing, grounded perspective. He shares why boys need intentional guidance, not stereotypes. Why strength and compassion are not opposites. And why raising good men starts with developing character — not just behavior. Tim explains how throughout history, many cultures practiced rites of passage to help boys transition into manhood. Today, we often lack those intentional moments. Without guidance, boys will still seek definition — but they may look in the wrong places. Tim shares how simple, intentional experiences can help boys build identity rooted in love, responsibility, empathy, and conviction. He also shares a deeply moving story about the rite of passage ceremony he created for his son when he became a father — gathering strong male figures, reading letters of affirmation, and symbolizing the moment through intentional marking. It's a beautiful picture of what mentorship and generational blessing can look like. The conversation then turns to Tim's middle-grade fantasy series, The Adventures of Toby Baxter. Through adventure, humor, and imagination, Tim weaves character lessons about courage, wisdom, love, grit, and truth into engaging stories designed especially to help boys grow. Melissa and Tim discuss: Why boys need strong male role models beyond just dad The power of language and affirmation ("I love you. I'm proud of you.") How parents can be intentional even if a father is absent Why character must come before labels And how to take back influence in an age of screens and algorithms Tim closes with a simple but powerful reminder: Look your child in the eyes every day and say, "I love you, and I'm proud of you." Because when a child knows they are deeply loved, it becomes a protective force against so much of what culture throws at them.   LINKS: All Links Family Brand!  stan.store/familybrand familybrand.com/quiz familybrand.com/retreats.  Links For This Episode: : Tim Wright Books -- The Adventures of Toby Baxter Episode Minute By Minute: 01:00 – Tim's background: pastor, author, and grandfather 03:30 – What does it mean to be a man today? 05:00 – Masculinity vs. "toxic masculinity" 06:30 – Why boys need intentional training 08:00 – The loss of rites of passage in modern culture 10:00 – Character as the foundation of manhood 12:30 – What rites of passage can look like today 14:30 – The ceremony Tim created for his son 16:30 – Why boys need multiple male role models 18:00 – Supporting boys when a father isn't present 20:00 – The Adventures of Toby Baxter series 22:00 – Using story to teach courage, wisdom, and grit 24:00 – Why boys need to rediscover reading 26:00 – Navigating technology and modern parenting 28:00 – Tim's final parenting advice: affirmation and love 30:00 – Where to find Tim's books and resources    

In this deeply moving and thoughtful conversation, Dr. Ren shares the personal, cultural, and professional journey that shaped his life and work. Origins & Identity Ren begins by telling the story of his first ten years growing up in Japan and the powerful meaning behind his name. Ren, which means “Lotus,” was intentionally chosen by his mother — a decision so unusual at the time that she had to seek special permission to have it officially recognized. She even had his name added to an approved registry so he would not be treated as a foreigner. Years later, the name would rise to become one of the most popular in Japan. A Childhood Rooted in Activism & Spirituality Ren reflects on the profound influence of his mother — a self-described “wild woman” and feminine activist — and a family culture steeped in both social justice and spirituality. As a child, he participated in nuclear peace marches and was even featured in the news as a baby alongside Buddhist monks. Raised in a bi-racial family in the Bay Area, Ren navigated a unique spiritual landscape: ·       A father who was a Christian minister ·       A mother who practiced Buddhism ·       Exposure to Japan's polytheistic cultural traditions His parents fostered an environment of freedom, creativity, and deep acceptance. Masculinity, Culture, and Formation Ren shares how hockey culture played a significant role in shaping his early understanding of masculinity — including its strengths, pressures, and emotional limitations. These experiences ultimately led him to pursue psychology, where his multicultural upbringing and feminist influences deeply inform his clinical perspective. Understanding Men: Shame, Anger, and Social Expectations Ren discusses his work in homeless shelters, his research on masculinity and economics, and how systemic pressures shape men's emotional lives. He explains: ·       Why anger is often more socially acceptable for men than shame ·       How economic expectations and social norms intensify male distress ·       The hidden emotional costs of trying to live up to an impossible masculine image Changing Rape Culture & Supporting Men's Healing As the first male staff member at a women's resource center, Ren facilitated men's groups focused on sexual assault prevention and accountability. He shares insights about: ·       How patriarchal systems harm men as well as women ·       The “man box” exercise he uses to help men examine rigid gender expectations ·       How younger generations are showing greater emotional openness Expanding Masculinity (Not Redefining It) Rather than replacing masculinity, Ren advocates for expanding it — pushing the edges outward so men can live more fully and authentically. He speaks about: ·       The importance of permission-giving among men ·       Modeling vulnerability and emotional honesty ·       Supporting men to step outside restrictive norms The Role of Feminist Psychotherapy Ren highlights how feminist therapy frameworks help men develop self-compassion by understanding systemic influences rather than internalizing blame. This is especially vital for men who have experienced trauma or violence.  Harnessing Justified Anger for Change A powerful theme of the episode is how justified anger can become a force for healing and social transformation when channeled constructively. Hope for the Future Ren closes by sharing what keeps him hopeful: his direct connection to people's real lives and stories. He reminds us that healing — individually and collectively — requires a return to genuine human connection and conversation. Check out Dr Ren’s Upcoming Workshops at Heartland Yoga (and online) Check out Dr. Ren’s Therapy Practice Today's Episode sponsored by: Kate Moreland Coaching Dr Yoga Momma Heartland Yoga Want to go on retreat? Want to join Betsy in Costa Rica in May 2026 at her favorite retreat center to help you reorganize your inner space using yoga, meditation, energy medicine, and hypnosis?  All the details here! Source

Kevin Breen and Mariah Kimball have a unique relationship.High school sweethearts since the Winnicunnett days, they've experienced a tumultuous 18 years of being together.Yet, after 13 years of marriage, they say their marriage is the best (and hottest) it's ever been.Now, they're on a mission to help struggling Seacoast couples feel the same way.In a special Valentine's Day bonus episode, Kevin & Mariah sit down with host Troy Farkas to discuss the crazy personal evolutions they've undergone, why it's actually not a crime for a man to embrace his masculine side in 2026, the power of bringing men together, why it's O.K. for women to lean into their "swirly" feminine energy, the (strange) intimacy workshops they're hosting on the Seacoast, and much more.To learn more about Kevin's men group, you can message him on Instagram @_kevinbreen. For Mariah's offerings, visit her Instagram page @mariahgkimball.SPONSORS:⁠Visit Budget Blinds of the Seacoast⁠⁠⁠⁠ for local windows, shades, & creating your cozy Seacoast dream home!⁠⁠Sage Portsmouth⁠: Portsmouth's newest luxury condominiums are here! ⁠Inquire and book a showing here.To get started on a path toward better financial investment, email our friend David Higgins ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠david.higgins@wellsfargoadvisors.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠! He's a Portsmouth legend, and you won't regret it.AFFILIATE LINKS:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠3 Bridges Yoga⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠: NEW yoga students can unlock a stellar deal of $45 for unlimited classes at the Seacoast's top yoga studio for a month! Visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠3BridgesYoga.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, select the "Seacoast Stories" special, and type in promo code SEACOASTSTORIES to activate the deal.⁠⁠⁠Studio One⁠⁠⁠: Use the code COASTIE26 at checkout on ⁠⁠⁠⁠the Studio One website⁠⁠⁠⁠ to unlock a 1-month trial of UNLIMITED spin, yoga, strength, pilates, and barre classes for a special price of $25 for "Seacoast Stories" listeners ONLY!UPCOMING EVENTS:Seacoast Stories Dinner Club: Wednesday, February 18, in Portland, ME! ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Sign up here.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Seacoast Stories Dinner Club: Wednesday, March 4, in Dover, NH! ⁠⁠⁠Sign up here.⁠⁠EPISODE CHAPTERS:Why Kevin and Mariah married each other (00:00)Mariah's personal transformation that forever changed their marriage (08:20)How Kevin learned what masculinity actually is (28:32)SPONSORS: Investment advisor David Higgins & Budget Blinds of the SeacoastWhy all men actually aren't horrible people (34:10)Kevin's men's group and how it's changed his life (43:05)Why men need men and women need women (55:52)SPONSOR: Sage Portsmouth (01:00:22)Troy's experience at their intimacy workshop (01:02:00)Investment and insurance products are Not Insured by the FDIC or Any Federal Government Agency, Not a Deposit or Other Obligation of, or Guaranteed by, the Bank or Any Bank Affiliate, Subject to Investment Risks, Including Possible Loss of the Principal Amount Invested.Investment products and services are offered through Wells Fargo Clearing Services (WFCS), LLC, Member SIPC, a registered broker-dealer and non-bank affiliate of Wells Fargo & Company. WFCS uses the trade name Wells Fargo Advisors. 1 North Jefferson, St. Louis, MO 63103.

Masculinity is under attack from every direction, leaving many men confused, ashamed, or pulled toward extremes. Ray, E.Z., Mark, and Oscar confront the cultural assault that labels masculinity as toxic on one side while promoting a hyper-masculine version on the other, arguing that both miss the biblical model shaped by Christ. The guys emphasize that masculinity is rooted in Christlikeness, beginning with laying down one's life. Scripture brings clarity where culture brings confusion, reminding listeners that God looks at the heart, and that strength and tenderness are not opposites. Jesus wept, David cried, and Jeremiah lamented, yet none were weak. The mixed messaging men receive today leaves many unsure how to lead, yet biblical leadership is grounded in humility, courage, and obedience to God.The guys explain that leadership is a hallmark of biblical manhood, yet many men feel shamed for stepping into that role. Culture rejects masculine leadership while promoting blurred distinctions between men and women. The gospel is the solution because it transforms men from the inside out. Many young men are searching for fathers and mentors, often seeking structure through the military or other systems. The guys challenge men in the church to disciple their own children and open their homes, modeling what faithful leadership, marriage, and responsibility look like, lived out daily.True masculinity is marked by honoring women and walking in obedience to God. David's charge to Solomon to be strong was rooted in keeping the Lord's commands. Oscar outlines four dimensions of biblical masculinity: spiritual devotion, physical stewardship, emotional maturity, and social responsibility. Men are called to grow in each area, recognizing that emotional health and spiritual depth are essential, not optional. Older men are urged to disciple younger men even when it feels uncomfortable, because growth often requires friction. The model for manhood is found in Scripture, refined through godly examples, and sustained through community in the local church.Faithfulness, the guys argue, is the most significant mark of masculinity. When men fail, the call is not despair but repentance. Men are called to be faithful in repentance, letting humility define their strength. Masculinity is bending the knee to Christ, serving others, and walking day by day in obedience. Leadership without servanthood is empty, but servanthood grounded in Christ reflects true power. The foundation of manhood is knowing Jesus, becoming like Him, and living faithfully within the body of believers.Send a textThanks for listening! If you've been helped by this podcast, we'd be grateful if you'd consider subscribing, sharing, and leaving us a comment and 5-star rating! Visit the Living Waters website to learn more and to access helpful resources!You can find helpful counseling resources at biblicalcounseling.com.Check out The Evidence Study Bible and the Basic Training Course.You can connect with us at podcast@livingwaters.com. We're thankful for your input!Learn more about the hosts of this podcast.Ray ComfortEmeal (“E.Z.”) ZwayneMark SpenceOscar Navarro

In this deeply grounded conversation, Rip sits down with Jan Liband — a former college athlete, longtime plant-based advocate, and expert in food and environmental sustainability. What began for Jan as a single pamphlet exposing the environmental toll of animal agriculture became a lifelong commitment to plant-based living nearly 40 years ago.Jan shares his journey from a meat-centered, “healthy by 1980s standards” diet to discovering how plant-based eating dramatically improved his energy, recovery, and athletic performance. Along the way, Rip and Jan tackle some of the biggest barriers to change — especially for men — including cultural conditioning, fear of change, and the never-ending obsession with protein.The conversation goes beyond personal health and zooms out to the bigger picture: how our global food system drives roughly one-third of greenhouse gas emissions, accelerates deforestation, drains freshwater resources, and threatens biodiversity. Jan explains why dietary change is one of the fastest, most impactful climate actions individuals can take — far faster than waiting on energy or infrastructure shifts.From practical food swaps and transition strategies, to a powerful discussion of the Eat-Lancet report and planetary boundaries, this episode is both a reality check and a hopeful roadmap. The message is clear: small, consistent changes on our plates can ripple outward — improving our health, strengthening our communities, and protecting the planet for generations to come.Key TakeawaysOne piece of information — a pamphlet on animal agriculture — can spark lifelong change.Plant-based eating can improve digestion, recovery, energy, and athletic performance within weeks.Men often struggle with plant-based eating due to early-formed habits, social pressure, and protein myths.Americans are not protein-deficient — they are protein-toxic — while severely lacking fiber.Gradual change increases long-term success; the best diet is the one you'll stick with.Animal agriculture drives the majority of food-related greenhouse gas emissions, land use, and water waste.The Eat-Lancet report supports plant-rich diets as essential for both human and planetary health.Food choices are the single most powerful daily action individuals can take to protect the environment.Watch the Episode on YouTubeEpisode Webpage

Donovan Owens has 4 kids, 5 grandkids, 1 Queen, and the single obsession of reviving the Mastery of Masculinity. Retired at 47, after owning a fitness business for 20 years, Donovan spent a year travelling the world until he discovered his new calling: Building a Peaceful Rebellion against society's secret system of traps that seduces men into becoming weak, fat, lost, and distracted.   REPS stands for Repetitive Excellence Produces Success... and is for us freedom-driven men who choose to grow stronger, connect deeper, and create a life of success on our own terms.   0.00:    Intro 5.00:    Becoming a systems thinker 10.00:  Advice to people trying to help friends not commit suicide 15.00:  How fatherhood at 19 changed Donovan 19.00:  Strong self-Fitness 26.00:  Importance of Radical Responsibility 30.00:  What is Freedom? 37.00: Keeping Creativity and Adventure 46.00:  Transitions and Balance 49.00:  Training advice for 40+ year olds 54.00:  The Peaceful Rebellion Website: https://LifeIsREPS.com Newsletter: https://LifeIsREPS.com/newsletter Youtube Channel: https://youtube.com/@lifeisreps Podcast Website: https://enterthelionheart.com/ Check out the latest episode here: Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/enter-the-lionheart/id1554904704   Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4tD7VvMUvnOgChoNYShbcI   #entrepreneur #health #business #happiness #lifestyle #success #leadership

John Krotec is a U.S. Army veteran, visionary entrepreneur and founder of NeoMasculinity Solutions—a movement that helps men and women reclaim purpose, live through truth and lead with clarity. After surviving a traumatic brain injury and confronting long‑buried trauma, he transformed adversity into a mission by founding The Brainary and writing The Sentinel Handbook, a practical tool for self‑leadership. He delivers riveting keynotes and workshops on leadership, critical thinking, emotional resilience and self‑agency. With over 40 years in business, his journey spans high‑altitude expeditions in the Andes, building a pre‑internet multi‑million‑dollar retail company, and hosting conversations with leaders like General Flynn and Ron DeSantis. Today he leads a global push to reignite human intuition and critical thinking, empowering families to discern truth from fiction and resist the relentless onslaught of misinformation. John Krotec is here to blow up toxic masculinity, trash lazy thinking and maybe tell you about the time he smoked DMT and met aliens. This Army vet turned entrepreneur isn't your typical motivational guru; he's a warrior‑poet who built a multimillion‑dollar company before the internet existed, survived a traumatic brain injury, and came back swinging with NeoMasculinity Solutions, a movement hell‑bent on rescuing men and women from the dumpster fire of modern misinformation. You'll hear him talk about protecting your family from six types of unreliable information, why vintage gender roles still matter, and how plant medicine saved his marriage. Co‑hosts Law Smith and Eric Readinger pepper him with lightning‑round questions—"Is a hot dog a sandwich?" "Have you ever seen a UFO?"—before diving into heavy stuff like leadership, human vibrational states, and why so many men are stuck in perpetual adolescence. Expect profanity, real talk and gut‑punch honesty. Smash that subscribe button, share with a friend, and get ready to laugh, cringe and maybe rethink your whole damn life and NeoMasculinity, John Krotec, toxic masculinity, vintage gender roles, leadership podcast, critical thinking skills, human intuition, plant medicine, DMT experience, traumatic brain injury, self‑leadership, family protection, misinformation, disinformation, emotional resilience, entrepreneur journey, spirit molecule, Andes expeditions, truth‑based media, and veteran entrepreneur.  Timestamps & chapters: 03:35 – Advice to your 13‑year‑old self: slow down, it's not your fault. 04:17 – Who the hell is John Krotec? Army vet, entrepreneur and crusader. 06:43 – DMT & demons: plant medicine, insomnia and saving a marriage. 09:55 – Inside the spirit molecule: aliens, metal bangs and dimension travel. 12:57 – Backpacking in Guatemala: CIA spooks, effigies and travel truths. 23:19 – Neo‑masculinity explained: vintage gender roles and fighting misinformation. 27:16 – Working moms & family balance: unrealistic expectations and social pressure. 30:35 – Calling out the modern man‑child: courage, therapy and intellectual laziness. #AI #entrepreneurship #ecommercebusiness #productbasedbusiness #brandbuilding #businesspodcast #startupstories #scalingbusiness #directtoconsumer #manufacturingbusiness #corporategifting #smallbusinessgrowth #founderjourney #roi #NeoMasculinity #ToxicMasculinity #JohnKrotec #Leadership #CriticalThinking #HumanIntuition #PlantMedicine #DMT #BrainInjuryRecovery #SelfImprovement #Podcast #FamilyProtection #TruthMedia #GenderRoles #VeteranEntrepreneur #MensHealth #Mindset #Education #AlienEncount Episode sponsored...

In a culture confused about manhood, strength, and leadership, this episode of Man Up, Already! calls men back to a biblical vision of masculinity—one rooted not in domination or passivity, but in responsibility, sacrifice, courage, and love.Host John C. Puritz explores why the absence of strong, grounded, God-centered men has left families fractured, communities weakened, and society searching for direction. This conversation challenges cultural extremes and reframes masculinity through Scripture, character, and purpose.Biblical masculinity isn't about control—it's about stewardship. It's not about silence—it's about presence. And it's not about ego—it's about obedience to God.

In this episode, I connect with my dear brother Zarak Fatah for a powerful conversation about what it truly means to heal, evolve, and live wholeheartedly. Together, we explore the quiet trap of endless self-improvement and remember that life itself is the ultimate practice—a living curriculum that invites presence over perfection. Zarak shares the wisdom that emerged from a transformational plant medicine experience, opening a doorway into deeper self-inquiry, integration, and embodied leadership.We dive into the courage it takes to be radically honest in our relationships and how emotional transparency is one of the most profound acts of self-love. We reflect on the ways shame, guilt, and unresolved emotions can weigh on our vitality and longevity—and what becomes possible when we meet them with compassion, breath, and truth. This is a grounded conversation that honors both the mess and the magic of being human.From male vulnerability to the awakening of the feminine, we explore the integration of science, mystery, and consciousness—and how that synthesis returns us to wholeness. This episode is an invitation to embrace life exactly as it is, to listen for the quiet guidance beneath the noise, and to rediscover the essence of love and leadership in every breath. [b]Chapters[/b]0:02 - Welcome to Love, Sex & Leadership featuring Zarak1:13 - Stepping Into 2026 and Setting Powerful Intentions9:19 - Radical Honesty and Self-Love for the New Year15:41 - Releasing Guilt and Shame for Longevity24:32 - Men, Vulnerability, and Inner Work31:12 - Finding Balance in Plant Medicine36:08 - Awakening and Honoring the Feminine40:36 - Manifestation and Consciousness Expansion47:49 - Soul Talk with Aaron Kleinerman and Zarak Fatah

In this Ask Me Anything episode, Ryan Michler and Kipp Sorensen answer powerful questions from the Iron Council on leadership, fatherhood, faith, discipline, and personal responsibility. They explore how to eliminate noise and live an integrated life, coach teenage boys through cultural conflict, raise resilient children, and avoid bureaucratic leadership traps. The conversation also confronts modern church culture, challenges the pursuit of comfort over growth, and defines what it truly means to be present as a father - even when work demands time away. SHOW HIGHLIGHTS 00:00 - Episode Introduction 03:50 - Signal vs Noise and Life Integration 14:27 - Coaching Teens Through Cultural Conflict 22:52 - Leadership Systems vs Human Judgment 34:41 - Faith, Masculinity, and the Modern Church 47:29 - Helping Kids Find Their Passion 52:31 - Defining Presence as a Working Father 56:19 - Men's Forge Event Announcement Battle Planners: Pick yours up today! Order Ryan's new book, The Masculinity Manifesto. For more information on the Iron Council brotherhood. Want maximum health, wealth, relationships, and abundance in your life? Sign up for our free course, 30 Days to Battle Ready

Michael Malice (“YOUR WELCOME”) invites author and anthropologist, Charles Cornish-Dale (better known as "Raw Egg Nationalist") onto the show to discuss why testosterone decline may reshape American politics, how fitness lies from well-known influencers and celebrities are creating extremely dangerous trends, and an increasing problem in the Eastern world that is slowly making its way west. Grab a copy of, The Last Men: Liberalism and the Death of Masculinity, out now!https://x.com/Babygravy9https://raweggnationalist.com/https://www.amazon.com/Last-Men-Liberalism-Death-Masculinity/dp/1510786783Order NOT SICK OF WINNING: http://notsickofwinning.comOrder THE WHITE PILL: http://whitepillbook.com/Order THE ANARCHIST HANDBOOK: https://www.amzn.com/B095DVF8FJOrder THE NEW RIGHT: https://amzn.to/2IFFCCuOrder DEAR READER: https://t.co/vZfTVkK6qf?amp=1https://twitter.com/michaelmalicehttps://instagram.com/michaelmalicehttps://malice.locals.comhttps://youtube.com/michaelmaliceofficialIntro song: "Out of Reach" by Legendary House Cats https://thelegendaryhousecats.bandcamp.com/The newest episode of "YOUR WELCOME" releases on iTunes and YouTube every Wednesday! Please subscribe and leave a review.This week's sponsors: Huel – Food to Fuel Your Health Goals: Limited Time Offer – Get Huel today with my exclusive offer of 15% OFF online with my code WELCOME at https://www.huel.com/WELCOME. New Customers Only. Thank you to Huel for partnering and supporting our show!PlutoTV – Streaming TV: https://www.Pluto.tv (Free) The Pendragon Cycle - Rise of the Merlin: https://www.pendragonseries.com (Streaming now only on DailyWire+)ZBiotics – Pre-Alcohol, Probiotic Drink: Go to https://zbiotics.com/MALICE and use MALICE at checkout for 15% off any first time orders of ZBiotics probiotics.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The church system in America is cracking.Scandals. Abuse. Corruption. Cover-ups. And here's the uncomfortable truth: it's not just bad leaders. It's bad thinking.In this episode, I'm challenging the status quo Christian mindset that has kept men passive, weak, and blaming God for things He never authored.If you believe: – “Everything happens for a reason.” – “God must want my marriage struggling.” – “Sickness is just part of His plan.”Then you've inherited a belief system that might be choking your victory.David didn't think like the rest of the army. Jesus didn't think like the Pharisees. And you cannot think like the crowd if you want breakthrough.⚔️ Get the book that reboots your identity: DNA of a Man → https://go.manwarriorking.com/dna-2025

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Do you sense there's something odd going on in your relationship? Are you concerned that your wife is planning to walk away from your marriage? In this episode I talk about the common problem that many men are facing today where their wife or girlfriend in starting to pull away, going out with friends more, acting different to how she usually does, withdrawing from the relationship and affection and intimacy with you. And I offer you two free books to help you respond with confidence to this unsettling scenario.In our coaching, we help men get a powerful new mindset that empowers you to give, love and connect more deeply because you're finally doing that within yourself first. This mindset allows empathy, trust and connection to happen because you're confident in who you're being. We teach skills and knowledge that nobody ever teaches men when we're younger. Skills and knowledge that make you feel confident and in control even when chaos is going on around you. It's amazing what you can achieve when you make yourself a priority. Most men don't.   They are too busy taking care of everyone else.  Too busy minding the store and making the money.   They are focused on the "outside game" of winning life. But their "inside game" of confidence and clarity is suffering badly. You can only improve your inside game with other men. We would love to help you become more calm, more strong emotionally and more confident and happy in who you are as a man. Come and join us, either through 1-on-1 coaching with my colleague Dan Dore or me, or in our group coaching program with other amazing men who are travelling the same path as you right now in our Men's Live Coaching Roundtable. There's an amazing tribe of guys in this group with us, supporting and helping each other through this process of growth and self realization. https://goodguys2greatmen.com/goodguys2greatmen-live-coaching-roundtable/ If you're facing possible divorce, we have an online course which is specifically for you - Defuse the Divorce Bomb: https://mojopolis.thinkific.com/courses/HDDB-preview?ref=a53950 What if this next year everything changed for you? That's what we want for you brother, We love teaching men these tools - how to be better, how to know who you are, what you stand for, what you want and how to CREATE it in your life through our Masculine Confidence coaching programs. Dan and I are here to guide you on this mission.https://goodguys2greatmen.com/mens-relationship-coaching/ Steve's book Straight Talk Tools for the Desperate Husband will help you to lead yourself and your relationship back to good health. Understand why your partner acts the way she does toward you and learn how to lead your life in the direction you want it to go. You CAN have the relationship you want, fulfilling all your desires while maintaining love and respect.https://goodguys2greatmen.com/straight-talk-tools-for-the-desperate-husband/ We also have a free e-book to help men learn how to lose their fear and be more bold in their marriage to create the love and connection they want. Get The Hard to Swallow Truth About Saving Your Marriage: https://goodguys2greatmen.com/ If you want to learn more about how to take a bigger step toward being a clear-headed, confident man of action, then find out more here: https://goodguys2greatmen.com/mens-relationship-coaching/ We would be thrilled to help you get there - our first discovery call is always free and always gives you a BIG boost of confidence. You WILL become a clearer, stronger, more confident man only through other men. Your woman cannot take you there - and she doesn't WANT to...trust us on that. Sign up to receive our email newsletters for lots more free tips and advice here: https://archive.aweber.com/stevemain Subscribe to be notified whenever we upload a new video: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC13h36xaBvyTPVAES4-4rXw?sub_confirmation=1 You can watch all our videos here: https://goodguys2greatmen.com/video-library/ Or read our blog articles here: https://goodguys2greatmen.com/blog/Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/goodguys2greatmen-podcast--4650431/support.

This week on Inspire Change, Gunter discusses resentment. Resentment is one of the most misunderstood and quietly destructive emotional experiences we carry. In this solo episode of Inspire Change with Gunter, Gunter explores resentment not as explosive anger, but as a slow, chronic emotional accumulation that can shape identity, distort perception, and quietly erode relationships and personal well-being.Through psychological insight, clinical observation, and deeply reflective guidance, Gunter breaks down how resentment forms, why it persists, and how it manifests mentally, emotionally, behaviorally, and even physically in the body. Most importantly, he offers a structured, compassionate roadmap for transforming resentment into clarity, agency, and emotional freedom.This episode invites listeners to examine where unresolved wounds may still be influencing their present lives — and how releasing resentment can become a powerful act of self-liberation.Key Themes & Discussion PointsUnderstanding Resentment Beyond AngerResentment as chronic, unresolved emotional buildupHow resentment often disguises itself as moral righteousness or principleThe connection between resentment and unexpressed truths, unmet needs, and unspoken boundariesThe Three Structural Components of ResentmentPerceived Injury – When expectations, trust, or fairness feel violatedInhibited Expression – When emotions cannot be safely or openly communicatedMoral Accounting – The internal ledger that tracks perceived imbalance in relationshipsHow Resentment Shapes Our Inner WorldThe mind's tendency to replay and reinforce grievance narrativesPolarization of perception that reduces people to their mistakesThe illusion of strength resentment can provide while quietly draining emotional resilienceBehavioral and Relational ManifestationsPassive resistance, sarcasm, withdrawal, and communication breakdownOver-functioning and people-pleasing patterns that create hidden emotional debtScorekeeping in relationships and how it erodes intimacy and connectionThe Physical and Somatic Impact of ResentmentChronic tension and stress responses stored in the bodyEmotional states that influence sleep, mood, and nervous system regulationUsing bodily awareness as an early indicator of unresolved resentmentThe Deeper Psychological and Existential EffectsHow resentment can distort worldview and identityThe role resentment plays in avoiding vulnerability, grief, and personal accountabilityWhy resentment can paradoxically maintain dysfunctional relationshipsMemorable Episode Insights“Resentment is anger that has nowhere to go, combined with the story that it shouldn't have happened."“Resentment is often a protest against helplessness — the psyche saying this mattered.”“Resentment is the guard dog at the gate of grief.”“When you track love like a spreadsheet, intimacy goes bankrupt.”“Letting go of resentment isn't about excusing the past — it's about releasing internal captivity.”Why This Conversation MattersResentment is one of the most common yet unspoken emotional burdens people carry. Left unaddressed, it can limit joy, restrict vulnerability, and shape how individuals relate to themselves and others. This episode encourages listeners to approach emotional healing with precision, accountability, and compassion, creating space for deeper connection, authenticity, and personal transformation.GratitudeHello to all our listeners, we thank you for tuning in and promoting positive social change.  This makes you a part of Gunter's efforts in transforming not only men's lives but lives in general and we are grateful you have joined us.  This week we would like to share our gratitude with our listeners in Belgium. You made it to #8 on our Global Listeners List! A special thanks to listeners in Brussels (bruh-slz) and Bruges (brozh)for making it happen! And from the USA's Top Ten Listeners List, we want to appreciate Illinois giving a special shout out to Chicago, Bartlett, Hoffman Estates, Addison, Elk Grove Village, and Schaumburg for bringing Illinois all the way to #5.  CONGRATULATIONS Belgium and Illinois! We thank you so much for your continued support and we appreciate your efforts to support positive social change!  I, DeVonna Prinzi the Co-Exec Producer and our Show-runner Miranda Spigener-Sapon sincerely thank you and ask that you please take the time to like, follow, subscribe, and share as your efforts make a difference to everyone here at Inspire Change with Gunter.  Please remember If you want to share your story of social change, feel free to reach out  to the show directly. Please see the show-notes for our contact information.As always thank you to each and every one of our listeners, and most importantly please keep Inspiring positive social change.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/inspire-change-with-gunter--3633478/support.PatreonIf this episode resonates with you and you'd like to go deeper into practical exercises and guided reflection, Gunter offers extended self-development resources and exercises through our Patreon community: www.patreon.com/inspirechangeSponsorDistil UnionThis episode of Inspire Change with Gunter is brought to you by Distil Union, creators of beautifully designed, functional everyday carry accessories that help bring organization, simplicity, and intention into your daily life.Distil Union blends craftsmanship with thoughtful design to help you carry what matters most — without the clutter.

LightSpeed VT: https://www.lightspeedvt.com/ Dropping Bombs Podcast: https://www.droppingbombs.com/ In today's riveting Dropping Bombs episode, Baywatch icon Jeremy Jackson exposes the energy leaks destroying men, the "nice guy" mask that kills your power, and breathwork breakthroughs stronger than plant medicine. From facing 35 years in prison to building The Balanced Man retreat, Jeremy reveals how rock bottom became his launchpad for helping men reclaim their lives.   Jeremy breaks down radical acceptance, fighting fear through jiu-jitsu and boxing, and how to finally break free from mediocrity. This is Jeremy unfiltered on spiritual warfare, true masculinity, and reclaiming the power you've been giving away. This isn't just another episode—it's required listening for every man.  

Masculinity is being pulled apart by cultural extremes that leave many men confused about who they are and how they are meant to live. Ray, E.Z., Mark, and Oscar point back to Scripture to show that true masculinity is not rooted in dominance or passivity, but in Christlikeness marked by humility, courage, and obedience to God. They explore how culture shames healthy male leadership while simultaneously promoting distorted versions of strength that lack compassion and accountability. Biblical manhood, they explain, begins with laying down one's life, honoring women, leading with integrity, and faithfully serving within the home, the church, and the world. Through repentance, discipleship, and a commitment to walk with Christ daily, men are called to reclaim a form of masculinity that reflects the heart of Jesus, strengthens families, and brings life to those around them.Send a textThanks for listening! If you've been helped by this podcast, we'd be grateful if you'd consider subscribing, sharing, and leaving us a comment and 5-star rating! Visit the Living Waters website to learn more and to access helpful resources!You can find helpful counseling resources at biblicalcounseling.com.Check out The Evidence Study Bible and the Basic Training Course.You can connect with us at podcast@livingwaters.com. We're thankful for your input!Learn more about the hosts of this podcast.Ray ComfortEmeal (“E.Z.”) ZwayneMark SpenceOscar Navarro

What does body image look like when you're queer, partnered, confident… and still unlearning everything you were taught?In this episode, Alex & Kayla get deeply honest about body image, desire, and self-perception inside queer relationships. They talk about comparing yourself to your past body, feeling pressure to look “gay enough,” navigating femme and masc expectations, and how confidence, strength, and self-expression shape attraction far more than size or shape.From almond moms and Gen Z style anxiety to masculinity, femininity, fitness, sex, and learning how to dress—and live—for yourself, this conversation explores what it really means to feel at home in your body when the rules you grew up with no longer apply.This is a candid, funny, and thoughtful episode about queer identity, lesbian relationships, body neutrality, confidence, and the slow, imperfect work of decentering the gaze and choosing yourself.00:00 – Intro: Married, Codependent, and Back in the Jungle01:00 – Queer Camp Update + Life in Nicaragua05:30 – Today's Topic: Body Image in Queer Relationships06:40 – “My Body Had to Be ___ to Deserve Affection”09:00 – Comparing Your Body to Your Past Self11:00 – Unlearning Food, Rest, and Exercise Guilt13:35 – Body Image in the Queer World vs the Straight World17:00 – Confidence, Self-Expression, and Attraction19:00 – Dating Women: Feeling Bigger, Stronger, or More Visible24:30 – When Body Image Wasn't the Problem at All26:00 – Weight Gain, Health, and Changing Body Shapes28:00 – Masculinity, Femininity, and Wanting a Different Body31:00 – Being Femme, Being “Hot,” and Decentering Men34:00 – Getting Dressed for Yourself (Not the Gaze)37:15 – Listener Hot Takes on Body Image39:30 – Masc vs Femme Bodies & Internalized Misogyny42:00 – Aesthetic Attraction vs Romantic Attraction44:00 – Power, Confidence, and “The Hotter Partner”46:20 – Are Queer People Expected to Be More Body-Evolved?49:45 – Gender Identity vs Learned Body Shame52:40 – Who's the Problem: Men, Women, or the Patriarchy?58:30 – The One Thing We All Fixate On01:00:00 – Why We Do This to Ourselves

What if the discomfort you're in right now isn't a sign you're doing something wrong, but proof you're stepping into your next level?Samantha sits down with Logan Lepper for a raw, unscripted conversation on building something meaningful through business growth, intentional physical space, creative evolution, spiritual initiation, inner child healing, money beliefs, and discomfort—choosing process over outcome while staying deeply connected to humanity, truth, and embodiment.If you've ever felt the tension between ambition and presence, structure and surrender, providing and becoming, this episode meets you right there.Key Topics Discussed & Takeaways1. Entrepreneurship as an art form, not a performance or metric chase2. Letting go of outcome attachment and focusing on process3. Fear as a constant companion in growth, not a stop sign4. Spiritual awakening and identity evolution through discomfort5. Masculinity, provision, and emotional responsibility6. Inner child wounds as the blueprint for creative purpose7. Redefining success beyond money and external validation8. Building spaces and businesses that reflect who you truly areConnect with Sam / Voice and VisibilityWebsite: www.voiceandvisibility.comNewsletter: https://voiceandvisibility.myflodesk.com/optinFollow Samantha on Instagram: www.instagram.com/thesamanthawarrenFollow Samantha on Tiktok: www.tiktok.com/voiceandvisibilityConnect with Logan LepperInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/loganpaullepper/ & https://www.instagram.com/authenticexposurestudio/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@lpil112 Authentic Exposure Studio: https://theaestudio.co/about/ Get on My Insider List: https://voiceandvisibility.myflodesk.com/optin

SummaryIn this conversation, I discuss the current state of masculinity and 5 key factors that undermine it. I outline the five silent killers of masculinity: pornography, escapist entertainment, gambling, neglecting physical strength, and doom scrolling. TakeawaysMasculinity has been under attack for decades.Men are meant to lead, protect, and provide.Pornography is a significant threat to masculinity.Escapist entertainment can distract from real-life responsibilities.Gambling can ruin families and lead to financial instability.Physical strength is essential for overall well-being.Doom scrolling can increase anxiety and depression.Men should strive for personal growth and excellence.Accountability is crucial in overcoming personal struggles.Engagement with family is vital for a fulfilling life.Subscribe for conversations on family life, marriage, leadership, faith, and personal excellence.Join the SE Community on Locals here https://seekingexcellence.locals.com/And access the content I referred to in the video!

Ever feel like you're fighting a war on two fronts—one in your own head and one out in the world? You're not wrong. Every driven Christian man is in a spiritual conflict, but God has not left you without a strategy for victory.In this episode, we break down the ultimate goal God has for your life: the complete and total victory that comes when "Christ is all, and in all." Using the powerful transition from Moses to Joshua, we reveal the divine one-two punch for making God's promises a reality in your life.Stop being on the defensive and learn how to take ground for the Kingdom.In this episode, you will learn:God's Two-Part Strategy for Victory: How to combine the blueprint of God's Word (Moses) with the power of the Holy Spirit (Joshua) to achieve real-world results.Uncover the Enemy's Playbook: Learn to identify and defeat the three primary tactics the enemy uses to stop you: hidden compromises, deceptive alliances, and direct assaults.Define Your Mission: Understand God's true purpose for your life—moving from a place of weakness and barrenness into strength, dominion, and fullness.Practical Application: How to apply these spiritual principles to your daily life, your work, your family, and your internal battles.If you're ready to understand the war you're in and step into your calling as a victorious man of God, this episode is your battle plan.JOIN THE FREE EMAIL CHALLENGEUnlock The Power Of Your Full Potential with THE UNFAIR ADVANTAGE CHALLENGE: This is a FREE 11-day email training that will equip you with the tools, mindset, and strategy to BE THE MAN God created YOU to BE. Learn to Access His Presence, Purpose, Power and Promotion.https://www.standard59.com/unfairadvantageOwn THE STANDARD Today, Get the breakout Bestseller THE STANDARD, Discovering Jesus as The Standard for Masculinity on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Standard-Discovering-Jesus-Masculinity/dp/1734549300/ref=cm_cr_arp_d_product_top?ie=UTF8 Listen to THE STANDARD on Audible: https://www.audible.com/pd/B095J62CW2/?source_code=AUDFPWS0223189MWT-BK-ACX0-259076&ref=acx_bty_BK_ACX0_259076_rh_usFollow Josh on Social Mediahttps://www.instagram.com/kingdomathlete/ https://www.tiktok.com/@kingdom_athletehttps://www.facebook.com/kingdomathlete https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC7YKo7liiUJ1jW6eCLVkJlQ

Most fears are formed through life experiences—but they are not you; they are attachments, enemies working like hidden time bombs against your destiny. Learn how to identify your core fears, separate from them, declare war on them, and attack them through prayer, wise counsel, and slow, controlled exposure—because GreatMen don't make peace with fear, they confront it.LEARN MORE:Website: https://greatman.tv/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/greatman.tv/Support GreatMan: https://greatman.tv/greatman-global/See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

You were chosen for this moment in time.Will you rise to meet and understand it, or shrink back to let it overtake you?In this episode, JT and Anthony call men to understand their moment, lead courageously, and become the antidote to chaos, not contributors to it. They help frame freedom as responsibility, strength without abuse, and leadership that first cares for the soul and then guides others. A wise old wizard once said, “All we have to decide is what to do with the time that is given us”—How will you wield the time you've been given?LEARN MORE:Website: https://greatman.tv/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/greatman.tv/Support GreatMan: https://greatman.tv/greatman-global/See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The most dangerous part of divorce isn't the courtroom—it's the quiet hours between filings where patterns form, and evidence takes shape. We unpack why support alone won't protect your parenting time and show how a command center mindset helps you close the “decision gap” that turns great dads into weekend visitors. Being unprepared is how great fathers become weekend visitors. Most ground is lost quietly through "drift" and decisions made under pressure. Stop the drift today at TheDivorcedDadvocate.com.Access your tactical tools:Risk Assessment: Identify your "quiet loss" exposure in 10 minutes.Protection Session: Book a private triage to ensure mistakes don't become permanent.Your kids are counting on you. Support the show

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Explore the Magician archetype and how perception, meaning, and disciplined awareness refine power, sharpen action, and support integrated strength in men. Table of Contents Toggle IntroductionThe Core Function of the Magician ArchetypeWhy the Magician Must Serve the KingThe Magician as a Corrective to Warrior RigidityThe Healthy Magician ArchetypeThe Shadow Magician ArchetypeHealthy Magician vs Shadow MagicianPerception as the True Source of PowerIntegrating the Magician ArchetypeClosing ReflectionFrequently Asked Questions About the Magician Archetype Introduction The Magician archetype operates before action, before emotion, and before effort. It governs how reality is perceived, how meaning is assigned, and how inner experience is interpreted long before the Warrior moves or the King decides. When this archetype is integrated, life feels cleaner and more navigable. When it is distorted or absent, effort increases while effectiveness declines. Modern men often misunderstand the Magician. Some reduce it to intellect, others to spirituality, and others dismiss it as impractical reflection. In truth, the Magician is not abstract and it is not passive. It is the archetype responsible for orientation. It determines what is noticed, what is ignored, and what is assumed to be true. Those assumptions quietly shape every decision that follows. The Magician does not replace strength. It refines it. Without the Magician, power becomes blunt and repetitive. With it, power becomes precise, economical, and aligned. The Core Function of the Magician Archetype At its core, the Magician archetype governs perception and meaning-making. It shapes how events are interpreted internally rather than merely experienced externally. Two men can face the same circumstance, yet their internal experience and resulting behavior can be radically different. The difference is not discipline or intelligence. It is perceptual orientation. The Magician is responsible for pattern recognition, psychological insight, and awareness of inner states without becoming consumed by them. It allows a man to observe his reactions rather than be driven by them. This does not remove emotion or instinct. It places them into context so they can be acted upon intelligently rather than impulsively. Because the Magician operates upstream of behavior, its influence is often invisible. By the time action occurs, perception has already done its work. This is why perception, not effort, is often the true bottleneck in growth and effectiveness. Why the Magician Must Serve the King The Magician archetype is powerful, but it is not sovereign. Insight without authority drifts. Awareness without structure becomes circular. This is why the Magician must serve the King. The King provides order, values, and direction, while the Magician refines understanding in service of those priorities. When the Magician serves the King, perception becomes disciplined. Insight is filtered through standards rather than indulged endlessly. Complexity is distilled into clarity, and understanding supports decision rather than undermining it. Authority remains intact while becoming more informed. Without the King, the Magician can become ungrounded. Reflection replaces commitment. Insight replaces responsibility. Over time, perception becomes a refuge rather than a tool. The relationship between King and Magician is therefore functional rather than hierarchical. One governs direction, the other sharpens vision. The Magician as a Corrective to Warrior Rigidity The Warrior archetype excels at execution, discipline, and movement toward challenge. Over time, however, action without recalibration can harden. Intensity becomes habitual, and effort replaces precision. This is where the Magician becomes essential as a corrective force. The Magician interrupts momentum when momentum is no longer intelligent. It questions assumptions that drive unnecessary struggle. It reveals when effort is being applied out of habit rather than necessity. This is not hesitation or avoidance. It is refinement. When integrated, the Magician preserves the Warrior's effectiveness by preventing wasted energy and self-inflicted friction. The Warrior still acts decisively, but with fewer unnecessary battles. Strength remains, while strain decreases. The Healthy Magician Archetype A healthy Magician archetype is grounded, embodied, and oriented toward clarity. It observes without dissociating and reflects without withdrawing. Awareness remains connected to action and responsibility. Men with an integrated Magician often notice subtle but profound changes. Reactivity decreases, not because life becomes easier, but because perception becomes cleaner. Decisions feel simpler because fewer assumptions are distorting the field. Emotional charge dissipates more quickly because it is understood rather than resisted. This form of awareness is not detached or superior. It is practical. It conserves energy by reducing unnecessary interpretation and internal conflict. The Shadow Magician Archetype The shadow Magician does not lack insight. It lacks alignment. When perception becomes disconnected from authority, awareness turns inward without containment. Insight becomes identity. Understanding replaces accountability. This often appears as intellectualizing emotion instead of regulating it, or using insight to delay action rather than refine it. In other cases, perception becomes a tool for subtle manipulation, shaping narratives to maintain control rather than clarity. Spiritual or psychological bypassing can also emerge, where discomfort is reframed away instead of integrated. The shadow Magician often appears composed and articulate. Internally, however, there is drift. Action slows, authority erodes, and life becomes overinterpreted rather than lived. The issue is not intelligence or awareness. It is the refusal to submit insight to structure. Healthy Magician vs Shadow Magician Healthy Magician Shadow Magician Perception serves clarity Perception replaces responsibility Insight refines action Insight delays action Awareness is embodied Awareness is detached Understanding stabilizes Understanding destabilizes Meaning leads to order Meaning becomes escape The distinction is not subtle. One sharpens strength. The other quietly dissolves it. Perception as the True Source of Power Modern culture often equates power with force, output, or intensity. These are downstream expressions. Perception is upstream. What a man notices determines what he reacts to. What he assumes determines how he moves. What he believes shapes how much effort is required to sustain direction. The Magician archetype governs this entire chain. When perception is accurate, effort decreases. When perception is distorted, effort multiplies. This is why insight, when properly integrated, often produces relief rather than strain. The Magician does not remove challenge. It removes unnecessary struggle. Integrating the Magician Archetype Integrating the Magician archetype is not about acquiring more information. It is about disciplining attention. Awareness must be trained to serve clarity rather than indulgence. This integration requires submitting insight to authority, allowing decisions to be made rather than endlessly analyzed. It requires embodied awareness that remains present under pressure. It also requires releasing the identity of being the one who understands, in favor of being the one who sees accurately and acts accordingly. When integrated, the Magician becomes almost invisible. Life feels less dramatic, not because it lacks depth, but because perception is no longer inflating tension. Strength sharpens as waste disappears. Closing Reflection The Magician archetype is not about withdrawing from reality or escaping responsibility. It is about seeing reality clearly enough to engage it wisely. When the Magician serves the King and refines the Warrior, strength becomes intelligent and effort becomes efficient. This is not a reduction of power. It is a refinement of it. Perception becomes aligned with authority, and action follows without unnecessary strain. For men ready to deepen their orientation and integrate perception with disciplined action, the invitation is quiet but exact. The Conscious Warrior Code exists to support this level of integration, where seeing clearly becomes a source of strength rather than hesitation. Frequently Asked Questions About the Magician Archetype What is the Magician archetype in men? The Magician archetype governs perception, awareness, and meaning-making. It shapes how a man interprets reality and understands his inner experience. When healthy, it refines authority and action. When distorted, it leads to detachment, manipulation, or avoidance. How is the Magician different from intelligence or intellect? Intellect processes information, while the Magician orients perception. A man can be highly intelligent yet reactive or misaligned. The Magician determines how understanding is embodied and applied in real situations rather than remaining theoretical. Why do insightful men still feel stuck? Insight alone does not produce movement. Without authority and structure, awareness becomes circular. Many men feel stuck not because they lack understanding, but because perception is not submitted to decision and disciplined action. Why is coaching important for integrating the Magician archetype? Coaching provides containment for insight. It helps translate awareness into alignment by clarifying authority, challenging avoidance, and refining perception under pressure. This prevents insight from becoming self-referential and ensures it supports action rather than stagnation. Can the Magician archetype be developed later in life? Yes. The Magician archetype develops through disciplined attention and embodied awareness. 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Send us a textIn this powerful episode of the Concrete Genius Podcast, Sauce Mackenzie breaks down culture, credit, and respect—and why Black Americans must stop outsourcing their identity, voice, and leadership.From celebrity politics and cultural imitation to hip-hop, reparations, immigration, and the protection of Black women and children, this conversation challenges emotional thinking and calls for strategic unity. Sauce speaks honestly about lived Black American experience, why not all struggles are interchangeable, and why respect for our history, contributions, and trauma matters.The episode also dives into:• Who benefits from Black culture—and who gets erased• Why entertainers protect their interests, not the community• The loss of militancy in hip-hop and political voice• Reparations, voting power, and economic unity• Domestic violence, emotional manipulation, and protecting our youth• Masculinity, boundaries, and accountability in public spacesThis is not anti-immigrant. This is pro-Black American, pro-self-respect, and pro-future.

Discover The Shadow Secretly Running Your Life: https://quiz.lucassalame.com/Schedule Your 1:1 Session with Lucas: https://www.lucassalame.com/session———————There's a movement happening right now that's destroying young men from the inside out.They call it "looksmaxxing" - and while there's nothing wrong with wanting to look better, what's happening goes way deeper than hitting the gym.Young men are literally smashing their faces with hammers. Injecting peptides. Abusing hormones as teenagers. All because they believe becoming "pretty" will finally give them what they want.But here's what nobody's telling you: the obsession with looking perfect isn't making you more masculine. It's doing the exact opposite. If you're a young man who feels lost, powerless, or like you need to be perfect to be worthy of love and respect - this message is for you.———————Please like, comment, and subscribe if anything resonated with you. Thank you for watching!Lucas Salame: https://www.instagram.com/lucas__salame | https://www.new-age-sage.com

“Either you stand for something or you fall for anything.”This Earth Xperience features Skyler, also known as @iamsoworthy42, whose recent appearance on Pop The Balloon (Find Love) with Arlette Amuli sparked wide conversation about dating, belief systems, masculinity, and what people are actually building their lives on.Rather than focusing on the show itself, this episode moves beneath the surface. Skyler reflects on how public dating conversations often reduce people to sound bites, preferences, or viral moments, while real life is shaped by values, accountability, faith, and lived experience. He shares how his beliefs were formed through family dynamics, marriage, divorce, fatherhood, and intentional spiritual searching rather than trends or online discourse.The conversation explores what it means to be a man who chooses structure in a culture that celebrates flexibility. Skyler speaks openly about faith beyond labels, love as action rather than feeling, and responsibility as something practiced daily, not performed publicly. Masculinity is discussed through protection, provision, emotional presence, and discipline, not dominance or image.Dating and relationships are examined through a values based lens. Skyler explains why attraction without alignment leads to confusion, and why shared beliefs matter more than chemistry. The episode also touches on how modern dating shows reflect cultural hunger for clarity while often skipping the deeper questions about identity, purpose, and accountability.Throughout the conversation, Skyler emphasizes that belief systems are not abstract ideas but foundations that shape decisions, relationships, and legacy. Whether discussing faith, love, or leadership, he returns to the idea that choosing what you stand on determines where your life goes.Each Earth Xperience has its own fingerprint. The X represents the lived experience being explored. In this episode, the X is the experience of a man navigating public curiosity after a dating show appearance while grounding his life in faith, responsibility, and intentional living.Questions to exploreWhat are people really looking for when they watch dating shows?How do belief systems shape dating choices?What does masculinity look like beyond social media narratives?Is love built on chemistry or shared values?What does it mean to stand for something in modern culture?How to connect with the guestSkylerInstagram and TikTok @iamsoworthy42

Mental health isn't separate from success — it quietly determines it.In this episode of the Close It Now Podcast, Sam Wakefield sits down with William Fruin, host of Normalizing Men's Mental Health, for an honest conversation about masculinity, boundaries, trauma, and the unseen cost of carrying pressure in silence.This episode explores how childhood modeling, unspoken expectations, and avoidance patterns shape adult behavior — and why so many men find success at work while feeling disconnected at home.This is not therapy talk.It's real conversation for men navigating leadership, responsibility, identity, and family — often without support.In This Episode, You'll Hear:Why many men remain stuck in a “comfortable hell” instead of choosing growthHow early experiences shape decision-making and emotional patternsThe mental health challenges facing men in trades, construction, and home servicesWhy mental health is healthcare, even when progress isn't immediateHow boundaries protect relationships instead of limiting successWhy constant availability leads to burnout, not effectivenessHow personal healing changes the way you show up as a leader, partner, and fatherResources & Mentions

Contact us. We'd love to serve youRequest a stay at a Shepherd's House LocationGive financially to support the work of helping pastors thriveWrite a review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify ResourcesFind more information about the Practically Trained Pastors Cohort(01:56) Biblical Framework for Caring for Younger Men(04:30) The Crisis of Masculinity and Young Men Today(06:32) Why This Crisis Is Worse Now than in Previous Generations(08:08) Online Influence, AI, and Weak Youth Ministry(09:33) Titus 2 as a Blueprint for the Local Church(10:56) The One Command to Young Men: Sober-Mindedness(13:14) Defining Sober-Mindedness / Self-Control(18:00) Why Sober-Mindedness Matters So Much for Young Men(18:40) How Pastors Can Urge Young Men to Be Sober-Minded(22:08) Young Men in Unreal Worlds: Media, AI, and the Need for Embodied Mentors(24:36) This Is a 2,000-Year-Old Issue with Fresh Applications(26:51) Sober-Mindedness About Self: Gifts, Limits, and Immaturity(28:17) Loving, Listening, and Validating Young Men(30:07) Spiritual Fatherhood and a Culture of Older-to-Younger Mentoring(31:38) Concrete Ideas for Churches and Pastors(33:05) Closing Prayer for a Generation of Godly Young Men

On this episode of Crosspolitic One-on-One, Gabe welcomes Jeff Casey (co-founder of Land Run Distillery) on to talk about the contentious issue of Christians owning distilleries and engaging with alcohol and why reclaiming God's "sharp things" matters for faithful cultural engagement and demonstrating biblical stewardship in business. ABOUT CROSSPOLITIC CrossPolitic exists to put Jesus over Politics and reclaim the public square through bold, joyful, biblically grounded media. We confront the chaos discipling America and build the next generation of Christian media infrastructure. Our mission is simple: all of Christ for all of media for all of America. Mainstream media is collapsing. Eighty-seven percent of journalists identify as progressive, and even many conservative outlets prioritize profit over principle. Meanwhile, billions of hours of digital content are discipling the world every day. CrossPolitic stands in that gap, producing courageous, entertaining, truth-filled media for households, churches, and leaders across the nation. Become a CrossPolitic Club Member Support the mission and unlock exclusive content, behind-the-scenes shows, and theology series. https://pubtv.flfnetwork.com/menu/checkout Subscribe & Share! Every like, comment, and share helps push Christian media back into the algorithm where it belongs. Join Us at Our Next National Conference Sign up for Fight Laugh Feast 2026: Holy Wars and lock in Early Bird pricing. https://tickets.flfnetwork.com/holy-wars-conference Follow CrossPolitic YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@CROSSPOLITIC X: https://x.com/CrossPolitic Facebook: https://facebook.com/crosspolitic Instagram: https://instagram.com/crosspolitic Join our Email List: https://crosspolitic.com/ Available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, NRBTV, DirecTV, Dish, and everywhere podcasts are found.

What's a man to do? No Scouts, General Priesthood, sports, YM Presidencies, etc. The changes in the church have put men in a very different position. How do we adjust? How do we flourish? Kurt Francom and Greg discuss these issues with an eye toward "Brotherhood" while sustaining the Brethren. Strengthening men is on of the fastest ways to strengthen families The Institutional Church can't do everything! There's a hole in every man's heart that marriage can't fill How men refuel without abandoning family Uniformity can be beautifu.... and also suffocating. What gets men to actually open up? Leading Saints - https://leadingsaints.org/ Cwic Media Website: http://www.cwicmedia.com  

On this episode of Crosspolitic One-on-One, Gabe welcomes Jeff Casey (co-founder of Land Run Distillery) on to talk about the contentious issue of Christians owning distilleries and engaging with alcohol and why reclaiming God's "sharp things" matters for faithful cultural engagement and demonstrating biblical stewardship in business. ABOUT CROSSPOLITIC CrossPolitic exists to put Jesus over Politics and reclaim the public square through bold, joyful, biblically grounded media. We confront the chaos discipling America and build the next generation of Christian media infrastructure. Our mission is simple: all of Christ for all of media for all of America. Mainstream media is collapsing. Eighty-seven percent of journalists identify as progressive, and even many conservative outlets prioritize profit over principle. Meanwhile, billions of hours of digital content are discipling the world every day. CrossPolitic stands in that gap, producing courageous, entertaining, truth-filled media for households, churches, and leaders across the nation. Become a CrossPolitic Club Member Support the mission and unlock exclusive content, behind-the-scenes shows, and theology series. https://pubtv.flfnetwork.com/menu/checkout Subscribe & Share! Every like, comment, and share helps push Christian media back into the algorithm where it belongs. Join Us at Our Next National Conference Sign up for Fight Laugh Feast 2026: Holy Wars and lock in Early Bird pricing. https://tickets.flfnetwork.com/holy-wars-conference Follow CrossPolitic YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@CROSSPOLITIC X: https://x.com/CrossPolitic Facebook: https://facebook.com/crosspolitic Instagram: https://instagram.com/crosspolitic Join our Email List: https://crosspolitic.com/ Available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, NRBTV, DirecTV, Dish, and everywhere podcasts are found.

X star and author Raw Egg Nationalist joins the ThoughtCrime crew to discuss the week's most indispensible topics, including: -Is masculinity dying, and if so, why? -Why is Barack Obama linking events in Minneapolis to raising pit bulls? -Why is the Trump White House posting memes about penguins with a death wish? Watch every episode ad-free on members.charliekirk.com! Get new merch at charliekirkstore.com!Support the show: http://www.charliekirk.com/supportSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The ThoughtCrime crew discusses the week's most indispensible topics, including:-Why is Barack Obama linking events in Minneapolis to raising pit bulls?-Was Dilbert creator Scott Adams right about what he got canceled for?-Why is the Trump White House posting memes about penguins with a death wish?Support the show