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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.
July 14, 2022

SUMMER REBOOT: Your Best Marriage Now! w/ Paul and Virginia Friesen E…

This is a special episode with Jim and Shanna Ramos, and Dr's Paul and Virginia Friesen. You do not want to miss this one! Dr's. Paul and Virginia Friesen have been involved in Family Ministries for more than 40 years through family camps, church...

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July 11, 2022

Defining the Marriage You Want w/ Garrett Schooley EP 559

This summer our Equipping in Ten episodes are interviews with some of our Men in the Arena National Team Captains. We have asked them to write a blog to go with their interview as well. Garrett Schooley lives on the central coast of California with...

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July 7, 2022

SUMMER REBOOT: Investing For Your Future w/ Rick Robinson EP 558

In this podcast episode we hear from the semi-retired founder and CEO of Robinson Nursery Incorporated, Rick Robinson.  Rick shares about his philosophies for giving, and to whom. What does good stewardship look like and what he believes God's...

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July 5, 2022

Three Steps to Find Your Path of Excellence w/ Kai Munshi EP 557

This summer our Equipping in Ten episodes are interviews with some of our Men in the Arena National Team Captains. We have asked them to write a blog to go with their interview as well.  Kai is a former U.S. Marine Corps infantry officer and...

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June 30, 2022

SUMMER REBOOT: Helping Your Blended Family Thrive w/ Ron Deal EP 556

Ron L. Deal is one of the most widely read and viewed experts on blended families in the country. He is founder of Smart Stepfamilies™, Director of FamilyLife Blended® for FamilyLife®, the author of over a dozen books and video resources on...

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June 27, 2022

Fathering the Fatherless: Why Changing Others Changes You w/ Sam Robe…

This summer our Equipping in Ten episodes are interviews with some of our Men in the Arena National Team Captains. We have asked them to write a blog to go with their interview as well.  Sam Roberts Jr. is a Men in the Arena National Team...

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June 20, 2022

Crafting a Personal Growth Strategy w/ Jeff Dyck EP 553

This summer our Equipping in Ten episodes are interviews with some of our Men in the Arena National Team Captains. We have asked them to write a blog to go with their interview as well.  If you do not get the weekly equipping email, go...

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June 16, 2022

SUMMER REBOOT: Just a Minute with a Child w/ Wess Stafford EP 552

When you see a child what happens in your soul? For Wess Stafford he knows that one moment, one word can launch them into greatness. So, Wess doesn’t miss a chance to make a mark for Jesus in a child’s heart.  Dr. Wess Stafford is President...

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June 13, 2022

Seeking Manly Advice: Overcoming Pride to Become Your Best Version w/…

This summer our Equipping in Ten episodes are interviews with some of our Men in the Arena National Team Captains. We have asked them to write a blog to go with their interview as well.    If you do not get the weekly equipping email, go to ...

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June 9, 2022

SUMMER REBOOT: Tips to Becoming a Daughter Whisperer from the Dad Whi…

This summer we will be reposting a few of our favorite interviews. Dr. Michelle Watson Canfield immediately stuck out for us. Every dad needs to hear this episode. In January 2010 Dr. Michelle Watson Canfield founded The Abba Project where she leads...

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June 2, 2022

Finishing Strong: Habits to Achieve Greatness w/ Mike Goins EP 548

Named the 2022 Man of the Year by Men in the Arena, Mike Goins will be 76 next month and is an avid snow skier, road biker, and golfer. This guy has lived a noteworthy life worth learning from and imitating.  Mike spent his career as the CFO of...

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May 27, 2022

The State of Men: What MITA's Social Media Tells Us EP 546

In this episode, Caitlin, our digital marketing team member, shares what she has noticed about our tribe of men and their struggles as she has helped us take our social media to the next level. We get a woman’s inside perspective of Men in the...

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May 19, 2022

Breaking Out of a Rut: Reclaim Your Passion for Life w/ Nicky Billou …

What are you doing with your dreams? Are you even dreaming? In this episode, Nicky Billou will challenge you to take your dreams and get active in going after them! is the Founder of the Sovereign Man Movement. Host of the Sovereign Man Podcast, and...

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May 12, 2022

Porn Star to Pastor: Overcoming Shame from Your Past w/ Joshua Broome…

There was a 6-year period when Joshua was one of the most successful adult film stars in the world making over 1,000 films at a rate of 20-25 a month. He became famous, rich, and traveled the world, but soon discovered that none of those things filled...

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May 5, 2022

Victim to Victor: How to Turn Your Tragedy into Triumph w/ Willy Ouma…

Willy was born in Uganda, lost both parents when he was young. Willy was raised by family and community members and was supported through Compassion International as a little boy. As an orphan child, he was hungry for God to change his community and...

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