Courageous Men

When life hits hard, how does a man lead well? In this episode, Whitney Sewell sits down with Chris Larsen to talk about navigating grief, financial pressure, and leadership all at once. After losing his sister and facing financial strain during Hurricane Helene, Chris shares how long-term thinking, faith, and disciplined action helped him lead his family and business without losing sight of what...

How often are we missing the people God has placed right in front of us? In this episode, Whitney Sewell unpacks a subtle but dangerous mindset -  “Main Character Syndrome” -  and how it can quietly blind men to their wives, children, coworkers, and everyday interactions. Through Scripture and practical examples, Whitney explains why awareness is a spiritual issue, how self-centeredness damages re...

Why does achievement so often leave men feeling empty? In this episode, Whitney Sewell explores why success alone cannot satisfy the deeper hunger inside every man. Drawing from his conversation with Tommy Martin of the Tebow Group , Whitney shares a powerful reminder: success can be meaningful - but only Christ truly satisfies. If you’ve ever reached a milestone and still felt unsettled, this epi...

Some decisions cost more than comfort - but they can save lives. In this episode, Whitney Sewell sits down with Aaron Hovivian to talk about what real leadership looks like when everything is on the line. Aaron shares the story of the hardest decision he and his wife made as parents -placing their teenage daughter into residential care to save her life - and the courage it required to choose what...

Every man has moments he wishes he could redo. In this episode, Whitney Sewell shares a personal story about realizing how many memories he had missed—and the hope that came when he understood that God can still build something meaningful from what feels lost. Looking at the lives of Peter the Apostle , Paul the Apostle , and David , Whitney explores the tension between grace and consequences—and...

How often do we overlook the very people God values most? In this episode, Whitney Sewell unpacks what Scripture teaches about favoritism and why men often value people based on status, influence, or convenience without even realizing it. Through practical examples, Whitney shows how subtle this mindset can be—and how powerful it is when you begin seeing every person as God’s adopted royalty. If y...

What if real wealth has more to do with purpose, time, and relationships than money? In this episode, Whitney Sewell talks with former Marine Corps Captain and investor Dave Wolcott about his concept of holistic wealth —building a life that aligns financial success with faith, family, and purpose. Dave shares lessons from the military, entrepreneurship, and investing, including why hustle culture...

Many men know what they should do as husbands, fathers, and leaders—but still hesitate. In this episode, Whitney Sewell reflects on a powerful line from Tommy Martin : “Quit being a wimp.” Not as an insult, but as a wake-up call to the areas where fear and passivity quietly take over. Whitney explores why men shrink back from leadership, what Scripture says about courage and decisiveness, and how...

How much of your life is being shaped by what other people think? In this episode, Whitney Sewell explores why many strong men still struggle with people-pleasing and the fear of others’ opinions. Drawing from his conversation with Tommy Martin of the Tebow Group , Whitney explains how shifting your focus to God as your only true stakeholder brings clarity, courage, and freedom in leadership. If y...

Most leaders don’t collapse — they drift. In this episode, Whitney Sewell talks with Peter Greer , President and CEO of HOPE International , about what it really means to finish well. They discuss why only one in three leaders do, how isolation erodes integrity, and why success must be defined before influence grows. Peter shares the powerful practice of writing his eulogy and resignation letter a...

What happens when you’re committed to growth - but your spouse isn’t interested in self-improvement? In this episode of the Courageous Men Podcast, Whitney Sewell speaks directly to the quiet tension many driven husbands experience. How do you keep becoming who God has called you to be without creating pressure, frustration, or distance at home? Whitney unpacks how to grow with humility, lead with...

Ever feel like work is structured and productive… but home feels unpredictable? In this episode of the Courageous Men Podcast, Whitney Sewell shares a leadership shift inspired by Don Wenner that will change how you think about family life. When you set clear goals for your home, your time with your wife and kids becomes intentional - not accidental. Whitney walks through:  • How to define success...

What happens when a man finally stops hiding? In this episode of Courageous Men , Whitney Sewell talks with Kary Oberbrunner about identity, courage, and the responsibility men have to protect what God gives them - ideas, marriage, and mission. Kary opens up about his journey from pastor to entrepreneur, the freedom that came through confession, and why living an “unlived life” quietly damages fam...

Every man has blind spots. One of the quietest dangers you’ll ever face is surrounding yourself with people who only tell you what you want to hear. In this episode of Courageous Men , Whitney Sewell explains why you need people in your life who don’t think you walk on water — men who love you enough to see your shadow and speak truth into it. He breaks down how to build real accountability, invit...

Most men were told fatherhood would “just come naturally.”  But what if that’s exactly why so many dads feel overwhelmed and disconnected? In this episode of Courageous Men , Whitney Sewell sits down with Larry Hagner — founder of The Dad Edge — to talk about the systems, habits, and rhythms that actually build a strong marriage and connected family. They cover: Why marriage must come before paren...

Most men were told fatherhood would “just come naturally.”  But what if that advice is exactly why so many dads feel overwhelmed, disconnected, and unsure? In this episode of Courageous Men , Whitney Sewell sits down with Larry Hagner — founder of The Dad Edge and host of one of the world’s leading fatherhood podcasts — to unpack the systems, rhythms, and habits that build a legendary legacy at ho...

Most of your employees will spend far more time at work than they ever will sitting in a church service. That means your workplace is one of the greatest opportunities you have to influence lives, encourage people, and live out your faith in a tangible way. In this episode, Whitney Sewell shares practical, real-world ways to bring your faith into your leadership without being pushy, preachy, or aw...

Most men believe their stress would disappear if they just had more time. More hours. More flexibility. But real freedom doesn’t come from an open schedule. It comes from structure. In this episode, Whitney Sewell shares practical tools and simple systems you can implement immediately to bring clarity and peace back into your life. You’ll learn how to create rhythms that strengthen your faith, pro...

What happens when the spotlight hits… and your convictions are tested in front of millions? In this powerful episode, Whitney Sewell sits down with Jason Illian - former Bachelorette contestant, husband, father, investor, and servant-hearted leader - to unpack a story most people only saw from the outside. Jason shares how he unexpectedly ended up on national TV as a virgin, why he refused to comp...

Your greatest threat as a leader may not be your weaknesses—it may be the strengths you rely on every day. In this episode, Whitney Sewell unpacks a powerful insight from Lloyd Reeb: strengths are meant for service, not status. Whitney breaks down how the very qualities that help you win at work—drive, decisiveness, problem-solving, and strong communication—can quietly create pressure at home when...

Your kids are carrying pressures they may never say out loud, especially when they grow up watching a driven, high-achieving dad. In this episode, Whitney Sewell unpacks why helping your children discover their God-given strengths is one of the most important responsibilities you have as a father. Building on the previous conversation about supporting your wife’s dreams, Whitney shares practical w...

In this powerful episode, Whitney Sewell sits down with Caleb Guilliams for a raw and practical conversation on identity, stewardship, and intentional living—and what it really looks like to honor God with your time, money, and gifts. Caleb shares hard-won wisdom on aligning your life with your values, breaking free from the pressure to impress others, and building a legacy rooted in Christ—not ju...

Great husbands don’t just chase their own calling — they champion their wife’s too. Every man has dreams he feels called to pursue. But one of the most overlooked leadership questions in marriage is this: Do you know your wife’s dreams? In this episode of the Courageous Men Podcast , Whitney Sewell challenges husbands to lead in a deeper way — by actively supporting and stewarding their wife’s God...

You don’t drift into a meaningful life. You design it. Most men plan their work, their money, and their schedules - but never stop to define the kind of life they’re actually trying to build. In this episode of the Courageous Men Podcast , Whitney Sewell breaks down why a simple, written personal mission statement is one of the most powerful tools for bringing clarity, direction, and purpose to ev...

  What if everything you worked for still left you empty? In this episode of the Courageous Men Podcast , Whitney Sewell sits down with Tommy Martin, CEO of the Tebow Group, to unpack a hard truth many high-achieving men quietly wrestle with: success can build your résumé, but it can’t fill your soul. From leading billion-dollar companies to earning Harvard alumni status, Tommy shares what achieve...