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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.
Oct. 20, 2023

Becoming a Serpent Crusher: How to Crush the Enemies of Your Best Ver…

Are you CRUSHING IT living as the man God made you to be? Or are there areas where you've been CRUSHED by the enemy? This week, Jeff Voth joined Jim Ramos to discuss his book, Serpent Crusher: A Plan to Become a Better Man By Crushing the Things that...

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Oct. 13, 2023

Healing from Porn: Your Ultimate Purity Resource List w/ Sam Black EP…

Are you ready for sexual integrity? This week Sam Black joined Jim Ramos to discuss his book, The Healing Church: What Churches Get Wrong About Pornography and How to Fix It. You'll walk away from this episode with the resources you need to find your...

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Sept. 29, 2023

7 Secrets of Effective Dads w/ Ken Canfield EP 680

If you're gonna be a good dad, you need these 7 things in your tool belt! This week, Dr. Ken Canfield joined Jim Ramos to discuss his bestselling book (more than 100,000 sold) The 7 Secrets of Effective Fathers.

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Sept. 22, 2023

Breaking the Porn Cycle: The 7 Pillars of Freedom from Sexual Sin w/ …

Are you stuck in a cycle of sexual sin? It's time to break free! In this week's interview, Jim Ramos is joined by Nick Stumbo, co-host of the Pure Desire podcast, to discuss his book, "Setting Us Free." They walk you through the seven pillars of...

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Sept. 1, 2023

A 3-Step Plan to Achieve Your Goals w/ Jon Acuff EP 673

Men, you know you have potential, but how do you reach it? How do you choose which goal to pursue, and once you do, how do you get there? In this week's interview, Jim Ramos is joined by bestselling author Jon Acuff to discuss his new book, All...

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June 1, 2023

Parenting Through a Crisis w/ Jay Holland EP 649

When a BOMB drops on your life, how do you parent through it? Death of a spouse, cancer diagnosis, divorce papers, mental illness - none of us gets through this life unscarred. The question is, when the INEVITABLE crisis comes, who will you lean on?...

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May 26, 2023

Achieving Financial Freedom While in the Arena w/ Ryan Arzner EP 647

Financial worries keeping you up at night? A Christian man doesn't have to be a poor man! Ryan Arzner joined Jim Ramos to help you achieve financial freedom in the stress bubble. The Rat Race Rich Dad CASHFLOW Board Game, Tax Free Wealth by Tom Wheelright...

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May 19, 2023

Masculine Methods Used By Jesus w/ Josh Khachadorian EP 645

Do you believe Jesus is the ultimate man? If so, then His life must hold the keys to how men like YOU should live. This week, author Josh Khachadourian joined Jim Ramos to discuss his book, . They explore how Jesus controlled conversations; how He...

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May 12, 2023

Discerning Truth in a World of Spin [Part 2]: How to See Through the …

The second episode in a 2-part series.   Everybody makes assumptions. There are assumptions behind the things we read, watch, and hear. The question is not if you assume, but rather how you assume and if your...

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May 5, 2023

Discerning Truth in a World of Spin [Part 1]: How to See Through the …

Everybody makes assumptions. There are assumptions behind the things we read, watch, and hear. The question is not if you assume, but rather how you assume and if your assumptions are true. As Christian men raising families in a fallen...

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April 28, 2023

Becoming the Man the World Needs w/ Brant Hansen EP 639

The world needs real men, real bad. And there are all sorts of conflicting ideas and messages about what a "real man" is (and is not). This week, radio host and author Brant Hansen joins Jim Ramos to provide you with a specific, actionable...

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April 20, 2023

Is It Time for You to Change Careers? How to Know w/ Trent Fisher EP …

This week’s episode comes with a special giveaway! Our guest, Trent Fisher of Born and Raised Outdoors, is offering our listeners the chance to win one of 2 free “Cat Road Shuffle” elk call kits, valued at $174.89 each! Enter to win at ....

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April 6, 2023

How to Connect with Your Daughter: 15 Tools for Girl Dads - Part 1 w/…

Dad, is distance growing between you and your daughter? Was your relationship better when she was a little girl? As she’s growing into a young woman, are you struggling to understand her, or concerned that you might not be getting it right? This...

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March 30, 2023

Using Pain To Discover Your Best Self w/ Shane Sunn EP 631

Has your hobby gotten out of control? How do you know if it has? What are the signs when you are out of balance? How do you protect your children and your marriage from your passions? This week, author Shane Sunn joined Jim Ramos to discuss his book,...

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March 23, 2023

Reboot: Escaping Performance-Based Religion w/ Wayne Jacobsen Ep 628

Are you stuck in thinking 'do good, get good, do bad, get bad?' Performance- and works-based religion are in the heart of every Christian man. In this classic episode, co-author of 'The Shack’ Wayne Jacobsen joined Jim Ramos to discuss how you can...

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