Episodes

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 week, we brought back one of our all-time favorite guests - Dr. Michelle Watson Canfield (“The Dad Whisperer”). She sat down with Jim Ramos for a deep-dive, two-part podcast where she unpacks all 15 of her tools for girl dads from her book 'Dad, Here’s W...

Are you leading your family toward gratitude—or letting entitlement sneak in unnoticed? What if a few simple, intentional steps could shift the entire atmosphere in your home this Thanksgiving? In this Equipping Men in 10 episode, Jim Ramos shares eight easy, meaningful ways to cultivate gratitude in your family during the Thanksgiving season. Whether you’re navigating the stress bubble of life or wanting to build lasting spiritual habits, these simple practices will help you lead your family...

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...

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Would you be nervous to sit down with your grown child and ask what you got right—and where you blew it as a dad? Jim Ramos has shared openly about what he believes he did wrong as a father… but this time, you get to hear it straight from the son who lived it. In this unique series, Jim is bringing in each of his three sons to analyze the good, bad and ugly of his parenting. Today, Jim sits down with his oldest son, James Ramos, for a candid, behind-the-scenes look at life growing up in the R...

Is the grass really greener on the other side? Or is it time to water the lawn God’s already given you? In this weeks message from Jim Ramos, discover Guardrail #2 from his upcoming book, Guardrails: 10 Boundaries for an Unbreakable Marriage — how to stay emotionally connected to your bride and avoid the subtle drift that destroys marriages. Jim unpacks biblical truth from Genesis 2, explains the Hebrew word Dabaq (“to cleave”), and shows what it really means to pursue, protect, and stay bond...

Life is too short to live it without purpose. Wess Stafford has an amazing story and a challenging message for us all! Dr. Wess Stafford, President Emeritus of Compassion International, is an internationally recognized advocate for children in poverty. Wess’ life experiences have uniquely prepared him for this role. With earned undergraduate degrees from Moody Bible Institute, Biola University and a master’s degree from Wheaton College, as well as a Ph.D. from Michigan State University, We...

Do your thoughts ever get the best of you? What if you could finally take control of your mind instead of letting it control you? In this Equipping Men in 10 episode, Jim Ramos breaks down three practical ways to tame your thoughts—inspired by Max Lucado’s book Tame Your Thoughts. The goal: to help men learn how to stop destructive thinking before it starts, replace lies with truth, and live with more peace and self-control. By the end of this episode, you’ll get advice on how to practice ...

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...

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What does true contentment look like for a man of faith? How do you find lasting joy when life changes — from the stress bubble to retirement and beyond? In this 'Average Joe' conversation, Pastor Jim Ramos sits down with longtime friend and Men in the Arena board member Jeff Dyck to talk about joy, purpose, and the secret to lasting contentment. Together, they unpack what it means to know who you are, embrace your calling, and serve others with the gifts God’s given you — no matter your seas...

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 t...

In the Locker Room meeting held the week after the death of Charlie Kirk, Jim Ramos shared his wrestling and thoughts as he considered whether Charlie Kirk could be considered a 'martyr.' Every man needs a locker room. Join a brotherhood of like-minded men in The Locker Room, our monthly live Zoom Q&A call! We meet in the Locker Room once a month for community, fellowship, laughter, and to help each other find biblical answers to life's difficult questions. Sharing community with these amazing ...

Do you ever feel hijacked by your emotions? Why do the same patterns of anger, shame, or withdrawal keep showing up in your relationships? In this week’s 10-minute equipping episode, Pastor Jim Ramos unpacks what it means to experience emotional dysregulation—and how to regain peace through the four powerful steps of Restoration Therapy. By the end of this episode, you’ll learn why identifying your reactive cycle is key to healing and how to rewrite the story your pain has been telling you. ...

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...

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How do you raise kids to become strong, humble, and faithful adults? Would you be nervous to sit down with your grown children to talk about what you got right—and where you missed the mark? In this 'Average Joe' conversation, Pastor Jim Ramos talks to his youngest son, Colton for a rare, behind-the-scenes look at faith, parenting, and the lessons learned along the way. Together they unpack what it means to model humility, own mistakes, and show up for your kids—even when life gets messy. You...

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...

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Has your relationship hit a rough patch? How do you rebuild intimacy after conflict, hurt, or distance in your marriage? In this week’s 10-minute equipping episode, Pastor Jim Ramos unpacks five practical steps to reconnect with your wife after a breakdown in your relationship. Drawing insights from Dr. Carol Tanksley’s book 'Sexpectations', Jim shares biblical wisdom and honesty about what it takes to rebuild trust, reopen hearts, and restore closeness in your marriage. You’ll walk away w...

What does it take to build an unbreakable marriage? How can a man set boundaries that protect his integrity, his faith, and his family? In this week’s message, Pastor Jim Ramos shares his journey behind writing his new book, Guardrails: 10 Boundaries for an Unbreakable Marriage — releasing April, 2026. Designed for both married and single men, this book lays out practical, biblical boundaries that prevent moral failure and strengthen relational trust. Today, you’ll walk away with Biblical wis...

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Have you ever wondered what to say—or not say—to someone who’s grieving? How do you walk with someone through tragedy when there are no words that make it better? In this 'Average Joe' conversation, Pastor Jim Ramos sits down with longtime friend and pastor Isaac Kerns, who opens up about losing his teenage son, Ethan, to cancer—and what it really means to “head into the storm” with faith, courage, and community. You’ll walk away with practical ways to support friends and family walking th...

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...