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An interview with an expert in Christian manhood. Past guests include authors and thought-leaders like John Eldredge, Gary Chapman, Gene Getz, Patrick Morely, and Emerson Eggerich.
April 5, 2024

Trafficked NO MORE: How YOU Can Help Sex Trafficking Survivors (Witho…

You hurt for the victims of sex trafficking, but what can you DO about it? There’s a way you can help survivors of sex trafficking without leaving your home. In this week’s unique and powerful interview, Jim Ramos is joined by sisters Shannon...

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March 29, 2024

It Stops With YOU: Breaking the Cycle of Childhood Trauma and Sin w/ …

“I’m fine” says every man…but it’s not true. We live in a broken world and every man brings brokenness to the table. How do we sift through our brokenness to find healing? How do we break the cycle of childhood trauma and generational...

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March 15, 2024

The Christian Man’s Divorce Survival Guide: Healing from Divorce w/ D…

Divorcing Christian? Chances are you—or someone you’re close to—has dealt with the pain of divorce. Today Jim Ramos is joined by Dale Brown to walk you through 9 critical steps for healing from divorce. These are personal practices that will...

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March 8, 2024

Unseen and Unappreciated: Breaking Out of Your Season of Obscurity w/…

Do you feel unseen in your daily life? Do you question where God has you and how he’s using you? You may be in your season of obscurity. You’re in good company – even Jesus had a season of obscurity! In this week’s interview, Former Seattle...

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March 1, 2024

King Me: Becoming the Hero in Your Story w/ Michael Thompson EP 710

Every man has a kingdom. Not every king rules well. If you ever feel powerless at work or home, wonder how to become the hero in your life story, or just want to make sure you're wielding the power God has given you well, this episode is for you. In...

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Feb. 9, 2024

Don't Use A.I. for Love Letters: How to Write a Valentine's Letter to…

Have you ever written your wife a love letter? Every man should be able to write a love letter to his wife. In this week's interview and in preparation for Valentine's Day, Jim Ramos' friend Kevin Brewer joined him to teach you how to write a letter...

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Feb. 2, 2024

Finding Purpose Beyond Career and Achievement w/ Jeff Kemp EP 704

Do you define yourself by your career? Is your self-worth shaped by your achievements? As men, culture tempts us to find our value in what we do and how much we can produce. In this week's interview, Jim Ramos is joined by former NFL quarterback Jeff...

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Jan. 26, 2024

The Christian Leader: What Christian Leadership Looks Like IRL w/ Jer…

You’re a man, and you know God has called you to lead. The problem is, you don’t know what that looks like in realtime. In this week's interview, Jim Ramos was joined by Jeremy Stalnecker, the co--founder of the Might Oaks Foundation. You’ll...

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Jan. 19, 2024

Inner Peace for Peace Officers w/ Paul Lee EP 700

Are you a LEO or first responder? Do you see people at their worst? Maybe you find yourself resenting the very people you're suppose to be helping? This week, Jim Ramos was joined by Paul Lee, the Executive Director of the FCPO (Fellowship of...

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Dec. 15, 2023

Loving Your Wife Through Brokenness (How My Husband Did It) w/ Heidi …

You're VERY aware of your wife's broken areas, but it's not always clear what to do about them. It helps to hear how another guy did it right!

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Dec. 8, 2023

Become a Better Man: The 4 Pillars of Masculinity w/ Chris Harper 697

What does it take to level up as a man? This week Jim Ramos is joined by BetterMan CEO Chris Harper to explore his 4 Pillars of Masculinity. [Honor God through your fitness. Use code 'ARENA30' at mtntough.com for 6 weeks free access to the MTNTOUGH...

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Dec. 1, 2023

Fight Smarter: Fight FOR Your Marriage by Fighting WITH Your Wife (th…

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...

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Nov. 17, 2023

Becoming a Man of Grit, Tenacity, and Mental Toughness w/ Dustin Dief…

Every man asks the same question over and over in his mind: “Do I have what it takes?” In other words, am I TOUGH ENOUGH? In this week's interview, Jim Ramos is joined by MTNTOUGH founder Dustin Diefenderfer, an expert on mental toughness. They...

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Nov. 3, 2023

When Jesus Asks...Just. Say. YES. w/ Kirk Milhoan EP 690

Are you struggling with God's calling on your life? Is God asking you to do something way outside your comfort zone? In this week's interview, Hearts and Souls ministry founder Kirk Milhoan joins Jim Ramos to discuss the radical outcomes you'll see,...

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Oct. 27, 2023

NO MORE YELLING! Anger-Free Dad Tactics for Winning Power Struggles w…

Find yourself yelling at your kids? Or repeating your own dad's angry parenting patterns, the very ones you swore you'd never use? You know you shouldn't yell, but how else can you win power struggles and get through to your defiant kid? In this...

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