Interview Episodes

Why do so many believers stop when they reach Revelation? What are we missing by not talking about the Second Coming? In this expert interview, Jim Ramos dives into this topic with New York Times bestselling author John Bevere to unpack his latest book, The King is Coming . He challenges a common blind spot in the Church: we read the Bible but often stop short of fully engaging with what it says about the end times and Christ’s return. John addresses why teaching on the Second Coming has been la...

How should men understand leadership, responsibility, the call to dominion, and who is guiding the next generation of men? Pastor Jim Ramos sits down with Tristan Johnson, founder of Elite Men. Tristan shares his journey from chasing professional football dreams to launching a men’s ministry in 2007 focused on enriching lives into eternity. They discuss the dominion mandate God gives men and explain how biblical dominion is not about power but about servant leadership in marriage, family, and ev...

What’s forging your character right now? Are you avoiding pressure — or embracing it? This week, Pastor Jim Ramos sits down with Jonathan Stephenson from Warrior Forge Foundation to talk about how adversity shapes a man. Comfort never forged strength. Pressure does. Resistance does. This episode will challenge you to embrace the grind and become the man adversity is trying to build. Mention Men in the Arena for a 25% discount at /www.warriorforge.org. Jim’s newest book, Guardrails: Ten Boundarie...

Have youth sports become the center of your family? Are Sundays on the field replacing Sundays with Jesus? In this expert interview, Jim Ramos talks with Brian Smith and Ed Uszynski to expose the truth about today’s $40 billion youth sports machine...and how Christian parents are getting pulled into it without even realizing it. Tips from their book Away Game: A Christian Parent’s Guide to Navigating Youth Sports will help your family find a healthy balance. Sports can either build your kids and...

Whether you blew it or your wife did, trust is shattered in your marriage. But there is hope! Infidelity doesn’t have to mean the end of your marriage. It can actually be the beginning of something new and healthier. In this expert interview, Jim Ramos talks with Rick Reynolds, an affair recovery expert and marriage therapist, who knows the battlefield firsthand. From surviving his own failure, to helping couples rebuild from betrayal, Rick breaks down the brutal reality of infidelity, how to st...

I Can Only Imagine 2 hits theaters February 20th, 2026! Watch the trailer and get tickets at icanonlyimagine.com . Pain and suffering don't have to break a man—they can forge his story. In this expert interview, Jim Ramos talks to Grammy-nominated 'MercyMe' frontman Bart Millard and his son, Sam. Together, they talk about the upcoming film I Can Only Imagine 2 (releasing February 20) and the real story behind it. Bart opens up about walking his son through serious health struggles while carrying...

What happens when your faith is tested in real time? How do you stay obedient to God when the pressure is high and the path forward isn’t clear? In this Expert Interview, Jim Ramos talks with Shawn Johnson for a candid conversation about leadership, faith under pressure, and making hard decisions when following Jesus costs something. Shawn shares lessons learned through real-world challenges—and how trusting God shaped both his character and calling. You’ll walk away with practical insight on le...

Men, this episode contains a big curveball and one of the most incredible God moments we've ever experienced in almost 1,000 episodes of the Men in the Arena podcast! Not a dry eye in the house! Don't miss this one. Can one simple “yes” really change the course of someone’s entire life? In this powerful episode, Jim Ramos sits down with Richmond, a former Compassion International sponsor child whose story of loss, hopelessness, and redemption will leave you stunned. As a young boy facing unimagi...

What if the food you’re eating every day is either helping you heal—or slowly breaking you down? And what if God designed your body with the capacity to heal when you fuel it the right way? In this Expert Interview, Jim Ramos sits down with Alex Morgan, author of Designed to Heal , to unpack the powerful connection between food, lifestyle, and whole-person health. Alex shares the deeply personal story behind the book and how a return to organic, whole foods played a critical role. Together, they...

Are you tired of feeling like your marriage is stuck in neutral? Do you ever wonder why some couples thrive while others just survive? In this Expert Interview, Jim Ramos sits down with Chris Herb to talk about what actually makes marriages succeed. Chris breaks down the simple, intentional habits that move a marriage from survival mode to steady and connected. You’ll learn how and why your wife is craving your leadership—and what initiating actually looks like. As well as the biggest mistakes ...

Ever handled a situation with your wife so poorly that you wished you could rewind and do it all over again? What happens when your brain’s programming from childhood collide with real-life challenges in your marriage? In this week’s expert interview, Jim Ramos brings in expert Ron Deal for insight on how your brain’s wiring can lead to assumptions or reactions that sabotage communication. You'll get four practical steps to stop your toxic cycles in their tracks, rebuild trust, and learn how to ...

Men, this episode contains one of the most incredible God moments we've ever experienced in almost 1,000 episodes of the Men in the Arena podcast! Can one simple “yes” really change the course of someone’s entire life? In this powerful episode, Jim Ramos sits down with Richmond, a former Compassion International sponsor child whose story of loss, hopelessness, and redemption will leave you stunned. As a young boy facing unimaginable hardship, Richmond’s life was transformed when one person chose...

Can you really trust the story of Christmas? Which parts of the story of Jesus' birth are myth, and which parts can be historically verified? In this week’s expert interview, Jim Ramos sits down with best-selling author and former atheist Lee Strobel ( The Case for Christ ) to talk about his newest book, The Case for Christmas. Together, they unpack what really happened in Bethlehem, why the Christmas story still changes lives today, and how men can lead their families to focus on Christ during ...

Why does success always take longer than we think? What if your "overnight success" is really years of unseen preparation? In this week's expert interview, Jim Ramos sits down with best-selling author and pastor Mark Batterson to unpack his newest book, Gradually Then Suddenly: How to Dream Bigger, Decide Better, and Build a Lasting Legacy. They talk about the long game of faith, leadership, and perseverance. Some practical takeways you'll get; why success rarely happens overnight - and why that...

Are you stuck in patterns that keep breaking your heart? Have you ever wondered why it’s so hard to change, forgive, or finally heal from the past? In this week’s expert interview, Jim Ramos sits down with Pastor Jerry Flowers Jr. , author of Heart Rehab , to unpack what it really means to heal from the inside out. They dive deep into topics like trauma, purpose, forgiveness, and the “famine of the soul” that keeps men from becoming who God created them to be. You’ll learn how to recognize and b...

Feeling tired, foggy, or past your prime? What if the secret to feeling strong again isn’t more medication — but understanding how your body actually works? In this week’s expert interview, Jim Ramos has a sit-down with functional medicine expert Dr. Jason Black to unpack the truth about testosterone, inflammation, gut health, and aging well. From energy and sleep to drive and strength, Dr. Black reveals how men can take a proactive approach to health instead of reacting to symptoms. Today, you’...

What do you do when your faith feels fragile? How do you respond when life hits you with something that could take you out physically, mentally, or spiritually? And how do you flip from a victim mentality to living with boldness and strength in Christ? In this week’s expert interview, Jim Ramos has a powerful conversation with Dylan Mandell, a 22-year-old cancer warrior, athlete, and bold follower of Jesus. They dive into his journey through four battles with cancer, the moment he surrendered fu...

Is your phone making you weaker? Are you being discipled by your screen instead of by Christ? In this week’s expert interview, Jim Ramos is joined by author Brett McCracken who exposes how our scrolling culture is robbing men of strength, focus, and spiritual health. They unpack the dangers of digital addiction, why constant information leaves us powerless, and what it really means to lead and protect your home in a tech-driven world. You’ll walk away with practical advice on how to break free f...

What are you really chasing in life? Are you investing your time in what truly lasts? In this week’s expert interview, Jim Ramos is joined by author John Olinger, who dives into the hard-won lessons of faith, family, and legacy. From Nike boardrooms to life-changing personal loss, John challenges us to define true success, not by trophies or titles, but by the relationships and moments that matter most. This is a wake-up call for every man who refuses to waste his life on the unworthy and is rea...

This is a reboot of episode #695 of the Men in the Arena Podcast. Do you fight with your wife about the same things over and over? Does a fight sometimes derail your intimacy for days or weeks? You're experiencing an Argument Hangover! In this week's expert interview, Jim Ramos is joined by Aaron Freeman, co-author of the book " The Argument Hangover. " Aaron shares practical tips for how to shorten that disconnect after a fight, and teaches you how you can fight with your wife in a way that wil...

Are you settling for comfort—or are you leading your family into adventure? In this week’s expert interview, Jim Ramos is joined by Dan Mathews, who dives into what it means for a man to reject the safety net of “easy” and instead choose quality time, risk, and adventure with the people who matter most. Get ready to be challenged, inspired, and reminded that your family doesn’t need more stuff—they need more of YOU, fully alive and fully present. Check out Dan & Samantha's new book: Always Choos...

Men, how is your thought life? Do you find negative thoughts swirling in your head? Are you stuck in repetitive sins? If you’re struggling with either your emotions or your behavior, the culprit is probably your mind. In this week’s expert interview, Jim Ramos is joined by Max Lucado, a giant of the faith and one of the men whose work discipled Jim when he first came to Christ. Max shares insight from his new book, Tame Your Thoughts , and provides you with three practical choices that will help...

What kind of man walks through the storm instead of running from it? What does it really take to stand tall when life hits you the hardest? In this week’s expert interview, Jim Ramos is joined by Rick Burgess, nationally syndicated radio host, author, and co-founder of The Man Church. Rick shares the unforgettable lessons passed down from his father—lessons forged on the football field, in the face of personal tragedy, and in the quiet strength of unwavering masculinity. From the story behind hi...

This is a reboot of a past episode #614 of the Men in the Arena Podcast. Dad, are you tired of yelling at your kids? Does your child seem to push all your buttons? Do you struggle with how to respond to rebellious or disobedient kids in a way that is loving but also holds the line? In this week's episode, Kirk Martin, host of the Calm Parenting podcast, joins Jim Ramos to teach you how to regain your calm and discipline your kids WITHOUT anger. This episode is sponsored by Kids Outdoor Zone, an ...