Men in the Arena Podcast - Christian Men's Podcast
The Men in the Arena podcast is the #1 Spotify ranked podcast for Christian men, designed for Christian men in the stress bubble of life: married, with kids, building your career and trying to follow God and lead your family well. We'll help you become your best version, equipping you to honor God in your marriage, parenting, work, church and community!
Friday's podcast is a high-octane interview with an expert in the realm of masculinity and Christian manhood, with authors like John Eldredge, Gary Chapman, Gene Getz, Patrick Morely, and Emerson Eggerich. We read their books and boil down their teachings into a powerful interview to help you learn from their expertise.
Tuesday's podcast is Equipping Men in Ten - a ten-minute, laser-focused teaching from Jim Ramos to help you become your best version of a man.
Your host is bestselling author and speaker Jim Ramos. Jim has authored 10 books, including the USA TODAY Bestseller 'Dialed In: Reaching Your Full Capacity as a Man of God', 'Strong Men Dangerous Times' and the 5-book Strong Men Study Guide Series for men's small groups. Jim's high-energy storytelling and conviction will call you out, build you up, and motivate you to change.
The Men in the Arena are calling you into the Arena of manhood. We're calling you out of the faceless, nameless bleachers, and calling you UP to be the best version of you. Because when a man gets it, everyone wins.
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About the Host
Jim Ramos
Founder and CEO of Men in the Arena
Jim Ramos is a bestselling author, speaker, and the founder of Men in the Arena, a non-profit Christian ministry focused on equipping men to honor God in their leadership of their family, church, and community.
He hosts the weekly Men in the Arena Podcast, interviewing experts in the realm of manhood and partnering with thought-leaders like John Eldredge, Gary Chapman, Gene Getz, Patrick Morely, and Emerson Eggerich.
Often called "one of the pioneers of digital men's ministry," Ramos ministers to a social media community of more than 100,000 men through TikTok, Instagram, and the 12,000-strong Men in the Arena Facebook Group, and founded a worldwide network of Men in the Arena virtual teams, where men support each other as they work to become their best version.
He and his wife Shanna live in McMinnville, Oregon. They have three adult sons and the cutest granddaughter you’ve ever seen. Jim loves the outdoors (especially hunting with sons James, Darby, and Colton), doing anything with Shanna, and listening to men share their story over a dark roasted Americano.
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Fabulous! If your a man serious about living like one
"I look forward to listening to this podcast a couple of times a week. First thing in the morning I do my devotions, then listen to the newest episode. Every episode has been relevant, convicting, and…"
"If you want to learn how be a better man of God, a better husband & father this is the podcast for you. Real life application from imperfect men who have figured out that godly submission isn’t just …"
"I’ve been married for 8 years, I have two kids. Listening to this podcast has me constantly thinking and rethinking the way my household is run. It’s been instrumental in making me the man my wife ne…"
Thank you! A great Guide to Grow real MEN!
"This is truely an inspiration. In a mans world I have been told I’m a “Man”, but really I was nothing. I greatly appreciate this podcast and others I listen to, to help guide me on the path of being …"
Listen! It’ll change your life!
"Thank you Jim and the team for this excellent resource for men. I’m always looking forward to what I am going to learn from a new episode."
"Simply said... this podcast is continuously changing my life and my perspective on what it is to be a man (not just a male, but a true man). I can see this reflected in my personal relationships (fa…"
If u have a “member” love God, and want to be the man God expect u to be this is for u.
"In a day in age when popular podcast are trying to “ deconstruct” Christian men this is a much needed “Arena”. If your a man who loves God. Is sick of the political world demasculinizing ( my word I …"
"A quality, meaningful podcast that is a great resource for men. As a 35 yr old father, I find great inspiration and thought-provoking challenges from this podcast. Keep up the great work!"
"If you want be a man, a Godly man, a true man. This needs needs to be in your kit. Men in the Arena helps equip men to be a Man. It’ll help you examine your life, measure your faults, set fixes fo…"
"Recently came across this when looking for some Christian perspective on Manhood, Fatherhood, adventure, provision, and all the other adjectives of expectations on places on us. Great info here and s…"
"I love this podcast! I often used to struggle with my faith. I was first introduced to Jim Ramose at a prayer breakfast at a church in the small town of Mattoon IL. At the time I was not attending ch…"
"Have been on a quest to better myself and found this podcast. Focused on men and our particular issues is what I need. Great information and lots to think about!"
"After over a decade of podcasts, books and conferences on a Believer’s pursuit of manliness, I am thankful to have found The Men in the Arena podcast series. Currently, playing old episodes, the mate…"
"Of all the MITA podcasts I have listened to, this one has brought so many topics to the forefront that are key to a great relationship between a husband and his wife. Absolutely, if a man gets (this)…"
"First I want to thank the crew that makes this podcast possible. I have been listening to the podcast on my way into work each morning and on the way home. These have been great in helping me be th…"
God’s Honest Truth about all things of being a Man (not just a male)!!!
"Jim and his team are great men of God and have inspired me to be a better man and think differently about what it means to be a husband and father. My family has noticed a difference since listening …"
"Jim is a no nonsense guy. He speaks from his heart and let’s you have it right between the eyes. He does this so that a man can see the error of his selfish ways. Through this podcast a man can final…"
"I grew up as a Christian in the era of Mark Driscoll’s brand of Christian masculinity. Lots of machismo where there need not be. Lots of good fruit but also lots of seeds to spit out. These guys are…"
Great work, you are leading men to win!
"Jim, I just started listening to your podcasts. They are excellent, and you are providing practical content to help men “get it” so everyone can win! You have challenged me to stay in the arena and o…"
"Love these podcasts. Jim it’s so great to see where God has taken and led you since youth group at the Naz. Just listened to episode 215? The adventure one I think. It reminds me of the book Wild at …"
"Great job guys. Your message is reaching the Carolinas. I’m friends with Jeff A. who was one of your guests and I live 10 mins from The Barn. As a young father of two deep in the stress bubble, you’r…"
"A great podcast to hear from men that are in the arena. Men that are unashamed of the gospel and willing to dive deep into relationship with Jesus and each other. I love hearing about the perfect lov…"
Highly Recommend this podcast for all men
"I listened to Men in the Arena about a year ago, but ended up sidetracked with talk radio. About a month ago I was disgusted with talk radio, and stumbled back onto the Men in the Arena podcast. I am…"
I agree that when a man gets it, everyone wins.
"Jim Ramos is dedicated to calling men to wake up, lead, father and fight for righteousness, by always keeping the thread of conversation going about how men can champion one another, call one another…"
"Wow ! Incredible info for men! Our church is trying to figure out men’s ministry and this gave us some traction!!! Accountability isn’t mentoring or discipleship, but being truthful with other men wi…"
"These guy are awesome! They are really and get down to the nitty gritty of try to be a godly man in the this crazy world! This podcast encourages me every time I listen to it. Very knowledgeable in t…"
"The Men In The Arena podcast is full of age-old Biblical truths that are totally relevant in today’s modern world. As the host, Jim Ramos listens way more than he talks and really allows his guests …"
"A buddy recommended this podcast to me and it’s been a huge blessing. Good encouragement and entertaining!"
"I have now listened to Jim and the gang for 3 months now and look forward to these podcasts! If you need some good inspiration and maybe a little guidance towards your journey no matter what age I h…"
"I started listening in March of 2018 after hearing Jim speak at ISI in Springfield, IL. Since then the podcast has become one of the highlights of my week. I love the variation of speakers and topics…"
"If you want peace, prepare for war. Get in the arena! When a man gets it, everyone wins. Subscribe or else."
"This is a great resource for men. Amazing guests who are the “real deal” — men who are making a major difference in the world. Every episode has some great takeaways. Definitely the best Podcast s…"
"Loving this podcast! I really like how it’s not so much a interview but more of a conversation with your guests! I just Ed started listing to it but I had to go back to the first one and it’s all I’v…"
"I love how you've gone against the grain of interviewing well known guys to dialogue with the true heroes--men getting it done in real life!"
"Sympathy can never take the place of Apathy. Get out of the bleachers and take action. I’ve been inspired by this podcast to have that mindset. So when my church asked if my wife and I would start a …"
"This podcast is eye opening and has awakened me to my role as a husband and father. Keep up the great work guys. God is doing a great work through you guys."
"This podcast goes straight to the heart of what men not only deal with but what they need to fight past those gut wrenching things that causes a man to fall! Best inspirational podcast out there! Tha…"
"Men in the Arena is a real podcast. You’ll hear real stories from real men that live everyday lives, but in extraordinary ways, not because of what’s inside of them, but because of who is inside them…"
"My name is Dan Hughes. I was at the Albany conference with my guys from our church. We all loved Jim’s morning message about needing men on the roof. I lead our men’s ministry and we have our own clo…"
"Thanks to Men in the Arena podcast, I’m encouraged by the messages & topics each time I listen. Jim, Dale, & the guest speakers have a passion for encouraging, enlightening, & supporting men to make …"
I wish I could give this show 10 stars!
"This show brings in top notch guests who share great wisdom. Jim does not beat around the corner, he tells it like it is. And the way Dale responds when Jim asks how Dale is doing is often hilarious!"
"As I move along my journey to become the man that God has created me to be, this podcast and Facebook group has helped me so much. The interviews are amazing and you can tell that Jim and Dale are si…"
Encouragement for Being a Man After God's Heart
"An incredibly authentic and passionate resource for drawing men into the reality of who they were made to be as sons and image bearers of God. Full of truth and content for growth, as well as practic…"
Challenge and encouragement for every man
"I’m in the stress bubble of life with a third baby recently born, new job, big move, health problems for my son, my wife, and myself all in the last year. This podcast has been exactly what I needed…"
Jump in, get stoked, and surround yourself with godly men
"In a world that falsely welcome’s timid, passive and weak men. This podcast is for men that want to be stirred up and encouraged to be who God wants them to be! On this podcast we have real godly see…"
"Great content in the passage. Being a missionary in South Africa, its a joy to hear men standing in the arena of life and being walls for their families. Listening to this podcast challenges me to go…"
A real and challenging podcast
"This podcast motivates me so much to be a better man. There is a fire in my soul after I get done with each episode. My journey with God has grown and my relationships have changed for the better. Wh…"
Challenging, inspiring, convicting...uplifting! REAL!!
"This is one of the best podcasts I have ever listened to. As I strive to be what God has called me to, this God continues to use this podcast to reveal I’m not alone in ANY of my struggles. It amazes…"
"I’ve been addicted to this podcast for over a year. I’m excited that they have a shirt and one hour podcast each year. So if I’m having a busy week I can listen to the shirt one and save the hour pod…"
"I found the podcast about a month ago and listened to several episodes while traveling for work. The content of the podcasts is very uplifting and helpful. It’s encouraging to know other men are in t…"
"Been listening to this podcast a few months. Really enjoy it. Fun and thought provoking."
One of the best podcasts out there
"This podcast is amazing. I love hearing all the different men that Jim and Dale interview. It has helped me look at myself and and want to become the best version of me. They talk about being a man a…"
"I’ve been listening to these podcasts for 4 months and they are great. It’s a must listen to for every Christian Man, it doesn’t matter if you are single, or married, a father or grandfather. You wil…"
"This podcast has been inspiring me to become a better man for the last six months. More than that, it has also given me resources to further pursue growing in the areas that I know I’m lacking in. An…"
"This is a great podcast. I just found this today and I’m tearing through the past episodes. It couldn’t come at a better time. We were going through the process of becoming foster parents and we just…"
"What a great podcast. These guys get it and they want pass it on to other men."
"Finally a podcast from men I can listen to! I'm so tired of the watered down, touchy feely shows and general attitude of the society we live in. You guys help keep my head in the arena, thank you."
"If your husband, son, brother, uncle, father.... you get the picture..... is looking for encouragement, accountability and real-life spiritual discussions about their walk with God, this podcast is a…"
Great Podcast for equipping men!
"I get challenged to be a better man every time I listen to this podcast!"
"American men interested in taking their place as the leader of their family, community and country need fellowship of likeminded men. Jim helps close the gap between. It's understandable, entertainin…"
"Love getting up in the morning, getting ready for the day, and hearing all these stories from local people. It really gives me something to think about instead of mindlessly listening to music."
"A great pod cast that has real men talking about real men issues about family, leading and God!"
"I started listening to podcasts instead of music on my way to work! Jim's is something that will definitely be in my daily rotation!"
"I am routinely amazed and challenged by this podcast and Jim Ramos. First of all, this guy reads EVERY book he interviews someone for. You can tell some of the guests are even shocked that he actuall…"
"Men! I am so grateful for this podcast. They cover everything. From fatherhood to bring a husband to being a leader and more. Thanks!!"
"I just discovered the man in the arena podcast and it’s an injection of Christian masculinity that I need. I’m currently binge listening. Prayers of transformation for myself and to be my best vers…"
"Great podcast that should be required listening for all Dads and husbands!"
"This podcast is an absolute must listen for men. The no-nonsense and clear communication is needed for men today. Appreciate this ministry and the challenges they extend. It’s time to really man up!"
"What makes the advice in this podcast to useful and important??? It’s because it’s biblically based!!! Keep up the great work!!!!!"