GreatMan Podcast

There’s something that divides those who are engaging, big-hearted, and generous… and those who are seemingly incapable of drawing out the best in others. It is the force of self. Those of us striving to be good men can be affected by this force, so it’s critically important that we are aware of it, that we might keep it at bay in our pursuit of noble manhood. | “Those who cling to worthless idols...

Men are powerful when they speak. Their words are carriers of truth, comfort, and destiny. Forget the awesomeness of words, and you risk doing severe damage. This week, Stephen challenges listeners to think about their “verbal strategies.” What do the people in your life need to hear from you? Where do they need encouragement? How can you uplift your friends, family, and those around you? See Priv...

Please note: This episode includes sexual content. Parents, consider listening alone first, then discussing with your sons. (Specific content warnings are given throughout.) Growing up in Europe, Stephen was surrounded by porn. In Berlin, it was on the billboards, daytime soap operas, and in the locker rooms. Of course, Stephen is opposed to porn, but not just because he’s a Christian. Join us in...

Stephen wants to help you get ahead of the curve. Before summer gets here… before you’re busy with vacation, plans, kids’ activities… set your mind to completing these four challenges. From exercising the mind and body to building the spirit, these four specific challenges will help you in your pursuit of living a life of noble manhood. Don’t miss this opportunity to reset your habits and change y...

In order to be a great man – a righteous man – you have to be intentional. It will. Not. Happen. Naturally. Most men have been deposited into their adult years directly from whatever culture they were created in: sports, military, physical labor, etc. Many never move beyond these phases. They never gain a righteous vision of what it means to be a man. They don’t enlist the help of others to fulfil...

We have many listeners who have come to the idea of pursuing noble manhood fairly recently. If you’ve been building a vision for noble manhood and walking with a band of brothers, it’s time to do one more thing: go and address your wrongs. Knowing how to go back to the major moments in your life and make things right is one of the arts of great manhood. We all have people in our pasts whom we have...

Does great manhood ever feel like a big “project” to you? Does it feel like some massive undertaking like going to law school or building a house? It doesn’t always have to be like that. Today, let’s have some fun and talk about the small things that go into great manhood. Stephen shares some of his many micro-disciplines in areas such as health, learning, and romance, that have become a part of h...

This is a difficult topic. Even if you’re very happily married (or not married at all), listen to this episode so that you’ll have resources and perspective that will allow you to support your band of brothers through a divorce. Having gone through a divorce, himself, Stephen shares keen insights with regards to walking through the process as peacefully as possible. Don’t walk alone. Be humble and...

“You become what you behold,” is a great truth of life. You get around a group of guys who cuss all the time… you’ll start doing the same. You’re in a group that drinks a lot… you’ll start drinking a lot, too. In this episode, Stephen shares the specific strategies and methods he uses for nurturing the spirit and setting sights high. How are you putting nobility, righteousness, and great manhood b...

Men are often told they should be good or noble primarily in the context of their roles as husbands and fathers. While, yes, your wife and children deserve to have a good man, a noble man in their lives, they are not the main reason why you should be a good man. You’re called to be a great man simply because that is who you’re meant to be – regardless of culture, religion, place in time and histor...

A recent survey asked men whether they liked strong women. On the whole, men said they admire strong women… from a distance. Guys, it’s important to recognize that we are not in a tug of war with women. We are not fighting over a limited pie. Let’s get two things straight: (1) men are in decline, and (2) women have not taken anything from men. Until a man is secure in who he is, he’s going to be r...

“Memento Mori” has served men as a motivation throughout the centuries. Latin for “remember death,” this phrase has prompted ancients and moderns alike to contemplate their own mortality and the meaning of their lives. With advances in science, many of you may very well live into your nineties or beyond 100. Your opportunity for impact is greater than your forefathers. So, what higher values will...

In addition to having a band of brothers, many men can benefit from one-on-one coaching. We all have certain deformities of the soul. We all sustain wounds from neglect or the wrong input. That doesn’t mean we have to live in a permanently misshapen state. In this episode, discover the value of one-on-one coaching and the reasons why it may be a good fit for you. For more information, email Coachi...

Have you seen the Gillette commercial, “The Best Men Can Be?” (Find the link below.) The ad takes aim at “Toxic Masculinity” by drawing attention to the #MeToo movement, recent allegations of sexual assault, bullying, and the prevailing “boys will be boys” mindset. Some love it. Others see it as a harsh slap in the face of masculinity. In this episode, Stephen weighs in with his take regarding the...

JT McCraw is one of Nashville’s premiere builders. He’s also a builder of men. In this episode, he describes the process and hard work that’s a part of every remodel – of both the home and the soul. Follow along as he discusses how we must rethink our spaces according to our needs, remove the filth, and suspend the disbelief that keeps us from pushing ahead into noble manhood. See Privacy Policy a...

“The tragedy of life is what dies inside of a man while he lives,” said Albert Schweitzer. There is a spirt in a man that’s meant to be strong and bold. It’s intended to guide, empower, and ennoble. How you live either strengthens or weakens the manly spirit within you. In this episode, Stephen challenges men with the question, “Are you dying? Or are you gaining strength?” Note: This episode origi...

As we begin a new year, pause. Look around you. What can you do to make an impact in the lives of men at work, school, your place of worship, or sports team? How can you help men fight the battles they must fight to become the men they’re meant to be? In this episode, Stephen offers several practical suggestions. Whatever your status or role in the community, you can use the suggestions in this ep...

Perhaps you watched the events of President George H.W. Bush’s funeral. It was beautiful, inspiring, and patriotic. One of the most reported moments occurred when President George W. Bush became choked up while eulogizing his father. The clip was sometimes aired as an oddity. Why? Our culture treats a man’s tears as strange, unmanly. This attitude sends a certain message about manhood: that men sh...

Rabbi Daniel Lapin, known widely as America’s Rabbi, is a noted rabbinic scholar, best-selling author, and TV host. Today he’s challenging men to engage in the restoration of fatherhood. Rabbi Lapin is a fascinating speaker who brings new insights to the GreatMan Podcast. Don’t miss this episode! For more information, visit rabbidaniellapin.com. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and...

Men sometimes have a way of pulling back during the holidays. The gifts, cooking, and decorating may feel like domestic tasks in which women usually take the lead. Guys, you need to be fully engaged in the holiday season – for yourself, those you lead, and those around you. Listen to this episode for some quick encouragement and a challenge. May you be changed by the giving, loving, and celebratin...

Imagine a football team whose coaching philosophy centered on one issue: “Don’t get penalties!” The players would be so focused on avoiding penalties that you’d end up with a team of hesitant guys worried they shouldn’t play too hard. The team would be terrible. Many pastors and leaders take a similar approach in speaking to men. They berate men for not being good husbands or fathers, for looking...

Story is a powerful vehicle. When we learn through a story our brains use less energy to absorb information. We are even more likely to recall that information when learned via story. Part of being a great man is being a great storyteller. This doesn’t have to be complicated. Story is simple. Something lights you up and moves you, then you share it with those around you. This holiday season, share...

Knowing how to extend honor is one of the great arts of manhood. Smack talk and cutting up with the guys is great, but those can’t be your only gears all the time. As the holidays approach, let’s learn and practice the art of honoring others. In this episode, you’ll learn how to identify and commend what’s honorable in the lives of your father, friends, and family. This is a practice that will enn...

Michael Fletcher is a man’s man. He has run over 27 marathons and impacts thousands of men through Manna Church, located in Fayetteville, NC, on the edge of Fort Bragg. Michael is the first guest to appear on the GreatMan Podcast, and today he’s going to challenge you to fulfill your purpose as a leader and as a man. His message is clear, humorous, powerful, and shaped by a deep understanding of m...

A shooting at a synagogue, a series of pipe bombs… the violence continues to infiltrate our daily lives. If you’re a young man, in particular, it’s increasingly likely that at some point in your life you could be exposed to an act of terroristic violence: a threat in your local school, mall, restaurant, bar, church, or synagogue. It’s time that we talk about what manhood looks like in a time of cr...