GreatMan Podcast

Today, JT and Anthony get into the weeds of what a prayer life looks like. Whether you are a seasoned man of prayer, or someone who has often looked at it skeptically, there is something for every man to take away from this sacred practice.

Today, Stephen issues a challenge to commit to short, consistent prayer for the next several weeks, designed to connect you to the maker of masculinity. Stay attuned to changes and developments in your life as you look to God for help. Listen in to learn how.

When this world and the people in it don’t meet your expectations, how are you to cope? JT and Anthony have 5 key principles to help you walk full of grace, even when things don’t go your way:

1. Embrace uncertainty
2. Focus on the present
3. Avoid comparison
4. Be flexible
5. Practice gratitude

How does a man keep his head above the water in a world full of hardship and unmet expectations? He must become the “happy warrior” to fight for what is noble and true. For a man to offer his life to others, he can’t be blown away by the evils that befall him. Let’s talk about the ways we can outgrow our immature perfectionism and live with love, joy, and purpose in a world that will undoubtedly let us[read more]

Child trafficking is one of the greatest evils our society faces today. Fortunately, with movies like The Sound of Freedom in the spotlight, awareness is growing. To further that mission, CEO and founder of the Mission America Foundation, Aaron Spradlin, joins JT and Anthony today to talk about his lived experiences rescuing trafficked children. Listen in to learn how you can be a part of the movement against child trafficking. Listener discretion is advised.

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The heavy, yet crucial topic of grieving is unpacked by JT and Anthony as they recount their own losses of friends, family, and even seasons of life. Throughout any journey of grief, it is imperative that you:

1. Acknowledge the loss
2. Allow yourself to grieve
3. Seek support
4. Take care of yourself
5. Take the time to honor and remember

Different cultures have different ways of handling grief. Often, in the western world, it is expected to leave old sorrows behind and move on to what’s next. But for much of the world, the grieving process is years-long and a public affair. Today, Stephen challenges you to feel your grief, whether it be for a person or a season in life, and to express it in healthy ways.

Impacting the life of your son doesn’t have to be as daunting as it sounds. With intentional practices like keeping open communication, supporting his independence, and building trust, you can provide guidance and be a positive role model in his life. Listen in as two fathers discuss the ways in which they have and hope to impact their older sons.

As it applies to you, take a moment to reflect on the relationship you have with your older son. What are the ways you can be there for him? What are the ways you can relate to him? What are the ways you can lead by example? The teaching of noble manhood doesn’t stop when your son leaves the house. Let’s explore ways to check in on and impact the lives of our sons.

What exactly does it look like to show up whole? Today, Anthony and JT offer some personal examples of ways to listen with intent, change what needs changing, and master the art of being present.

Men, it isn’t essential that you have your entire life figured out at all times. However, it is essential that you have some basic things figured out in the moment. If you consistently allow your business troubles, relational struggles, or emotional problems to take control, you will never show up whole.

Today, JT and Anthony break down their own experiences with having and upholding a fortress of principles. They get into everything from rules of general courtesy to mandates in dating their daughters. Listen in for some great insight and useful practices.