The Man-Up Podcast

In this episode of the  Man Up Podcast , host Terry Gwaltney unpacks what it really means to step into  new life  and engage in the  real fight  of faith. Saying yes to Jesus isn’t just about securing a spot in heaven—it’s a call to action, a summons to courage, character, and conviction. Terry challenges men to stop coasting through life, clean the distorted lenses that shape their view of God, a...

👉 Watch full episodes on YouTube In this episode of the Man Up Podcast, Terry sits down with Johnny Mack — husband, father, teacher, outdoorsman, and host of the Soul Seekers Podcast. Johnny shares his journey from sports and teaching to discovering his deeper calling in the wilderness, where hunting and the outdoors became not just a passion, but a pathway to self-discovery, faith, and purpose....

Watch us on Youtube This week, join Terry Gwaltney as he kicks off a brand-new series called The First Mile — a powerful conversation about what really happens when you say yes to Jesus. Whether you’re brand new to the faith or recommitting your life, this message will help you understand that you weren’t just saved from something… you were saved for something. Terry unpacks the life-changing trut...

Watch Us On Youtube This week meet Pete Rogers – husband, father, grandfather, speaker, author, and founder ofthe Christian Outdoors podcast. In this inspiring conversation with Terry, Pete shares about hispassion for exploring God’s creation and how it has become an outlet to help other men whoare struggling in their everyday lives. You’ll hear about his story of battling a severe speech impedime...

Watch Us On Youtube Are you making progress each day…moving forward in achieving your vision and goals in everyarea of your life? Terry wants to help you take stock of your status and encourage you in yourjourney today, because for too many men, the mistakes and regrets of yesterday are holdingthem back. But there’s hope no matter how stuck you may be. In this episode, Terry talks about the common...

Watch Us On Youtube This week Mo Pitley joins Terry to talk about what it means to be a real man. He’s a husband, father, and country music star, but he’s not your typical celebrity. Mo shares about his personal journey of meeting marrying his wife of nine years, their three children, his love of music, and how he has learned to avoid the pitfalls of fame, which has caused many to lose the most im...

Meet Terry’s special guest, Don Manning, cofounder of Crazy Cool Family, an organizationdesigned to inspire and equip parents to build their best family. Don has been married 34 years to Suzanne. He’s a father of seven and grandfather of eight. Don is also a businessowner/investor, CFO of a real estate company and serves on the elder board of hischurch. Through his own journey of ups and downs in...

Meet Matt Hallock – husband, father, entrepreneur, podcast host, and successful author of THE DNA OF A MAN. Although he’s thriving and helping men get unstuck from the messes of their lives today, he wasn’t always living the good life. In fact, he was a huge mess. Years ago, and early in his marriage, Matt battled a severe illness that destroyed his confidence and left him feeling desperate for va...

In this episode, Terry sits down with Dustin Hall, an avid outdoorsman, craftsman by trade, husband and father of two, as he shares a message of hope . Listen in as we talk about everything from being a better husband, an intentional father, and the struggle and redemption from addiction. If you or someone you love is struggling with addiction, here are some resources that may help you. https://ww...

In this powerful episode of the Man Up Podcast , Terry Gwaltney and Matt Haney sit down with Donnie Ray Floyd—Air Force veteran, former narcotics officer, race team member, and now full-time chaplain at Hendrick Motorsports. What starts as a story about racing quickly transforms into a moving testimony of resilience, calling, and faith in the workplace. Donnie shares how a childhood marked by medi...

Whether we realize it or not, every man has experienced the limiting reality and pain of lies invarious ways in his life. And this is true in your life too. But we don’t have to live this way. John8:32 reveals the key to ultimate freedom: “You will know the truth, and the truth will set youfree” (NIV).It’s so critical to be able to discern lies from the truth so we can know real freedom in everyar...

This week Terry talks with Reggie Brock, a husband of 35 years, father, and leader dedicated to mentoring leaders. Their conversation is challenging as they talk about the real reasons men are often held back from fulfilling their true potential. It’s also inspiring as Reggie reveals keys to detecting, identifying, and confronting the “silent saboteurs” you must overcome to get where you really wa...

When you hear the word “legacy,” what comes to mind? Is it all the material possessions you’ll give to your children in your will? A family business? Property that’s been in the family for generations? Or maybe you’re wondering if you’ll have anything to give them at all. But is that really all a great legacy adds up to? Today Terry wants to help you grasp a bigger, better, more accurate understan...

Isaac and Angie Tolpin are a husband-and-wife team who host the weekly podcast “Courageous Parenting.” They’ve been married almost 26 years and have nine children, ages three to 24, so it’s accurate to say they are currently living in every season of parenting. They love Jesus and have a passion to help other couples cultivate strong marriages and healthy families. In this episode, Terry and his w...

This week Terry interviews Jeff Hamilton—husband to Jayme for 32 years, father of two adult kids, business consultant, high school athletics coach, pastor, and creator of Dad Academy. His passion is to help men live intentionally with a sense of mission, knowing they are making a difference and accomplishing the purpose God has designed them to fulfill as fathers. So many men struggle to be the be...

We all have blind spots—those hidden weaknesses in our lives that can sneak up and cause damage before we even realize what’s happening. Whether it’s in your marriage, parenting, friendships, or career, these unseen struggles can keep you stuck and frustrated. In this episode, Terry Gwaltney shares personal stories and practical steps to help you identify your blind spots, seek honest feedback, an...

Men and women are different, and when it comes to marriage, this is very clear to both husband and wife. If you’re like most men, you would likely agree that having a happy, healthy relationship with your wife is not always easy. In fact, you may find yourself feeling a bit lost when it comes to understanding how to make things better. And we all have room for improvement. In this episode, Terry –...

In this heartfelt continuation of the Man-Up Podcast, Mark Gregston shares profound insights gained through life's challenges. Reflecting on his personal experiences, including being fired and struggling with bitterness, Mark delves into the transformative power of forgiveness and the lessons God weaves through trials. He emphasizes the importance of vulnerability, the impact of words, and the val...

This week you’ll hear part 1 of Terry’s conversation with Mark Gregston, a counselor, author, and mentor. He and his wife, Jan, founded Heartlight Ministries, the country’s premier residential counseling center and boarding school for struggling teens. With more than 30 years of experience in this area of ministry, Mark has a wealth of wisdom to share that can transform relationships between paren...

Everyone has a story, and this week you’ll hear an amazing account of one man’s journey from 11 years of hardcore drug addiction to freedom and how he is becoming the man he was created to be. Meet Stephen McWhirter—a husband, father, and worship leader and contemporary Christian artist, who is passionate about helping others discover the reality of God through a personal relationship with Jesus C...

In this episode, meet special guest Isaac Tolpin – husband of 25 years, father of nine, ministry leader, speaker, podcast host of The Resolute Man, and co-founder of Be Courageous Ministry. As he shares about his personal journey of coming to faith in Christ at 23 and learning how to man-up and fulfill what he was created to be and do, you’ll be inspired to pursue what God has in store for your li...

In this episode of  The Man-Up Podcast , host Terry Gwaltney revisits one of life’s most challenging and transformative practices: forgiveness. Drawing from lessons at the Man Up Adventure camp and timeless biblical wisdom, Terry unpacks the emotional and spiritual toll of holding onto resentment and the freedom found in letting go. Discover practical steps to release past hurts, break free from b...

In this heartwarming Thanksgiving bonus episode of the Man Up Podcast , host Terry Gwaltney welcomes two very special guests—Savi Hall, a creative young gymnast, singer, chicken farmer, and YouTuber, alongside Jace Gwaltney, a gaming enthusiast and aspiring outdoorsman. Together, they bring fresh perspectives from the Alpha Generation on life, family, faith, and gratitude. Join the conversation as...

WE APOLOGIZE FOR THE SLIGHT AUDIO GLITCH. WE FELT THIS WAS STILL A GOOD LESSON AND PUSHED FORWARD REGARDLESS. HAVE A GREAT WEEK GENTLEMEN. In this episode of the Man Up Podcast, Terry reflects on the often-overlooked virtue of humility. He explores how pride can subtly infiltrate our lives, impacting our relationships, parenting, and even our spiritual growth. Drawing from personal experiences and...

It’s that nagging feeling you can’t shake…the inner voice that reminds you of failures past and all the reasons you’re not acceptable, qualified, or you don’t fit in. For many it’s an intensely painful feeling that causes a sense of rejection to grow, making them believe they will never become more than they are or achieve anything better than they have right now. This week Terry wants to talk to...