BraveCo Podcast

Overcoming failure is something every man will need to do to lead and love those around him. In this episode, Dan Staton talks with Jay about hunting and all it takes to do what you love. Foundations of Masculinity: https://www.braveco.org/foundations Jason's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jayvallotton/ CONNECT WITH BRAVECO Website: https://www.braveco.org/ Facebook: https://www.faceboo...

Your spouse is not your counselor. Lauren Vallotton (Jay's wife) joins the podcast to talk about taking ownership in marriage. Jay and Lauren focus on the man's role and how to best create safety for those around you. Foundations of Masculinity: https://www.braveco.org/foundations Jason's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jayvallotton/ CONNECT WITH BRAVECO Website: https://www.br...

In this episode, Alley Vallotton, asks Jay more questions about dating. We hope this will not only help single people but bring up a great conversation for those who are married as well.   Foundations of Masculinity: https://www.braveco.org/foundations Jason's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jayvallotton/ CONNECT WITH BRAVECO Website: https://www.braveco.org/ Facebook: https://www.facebo...

Where did you learn how to date? In this episode, Alley Vallotton, Jay’s daughter-in-law, joins Jay to talk about dating. This subject can be confusing and anxiety-filled. Jay provides some questions you will want to consider while dating someone.  If you're single or know someone who is, this conversation will be insightful. Foundations of Masculinity: https://www.braveco.org/foundations Jas...

What kind of man are you, and what kind of man were you made to be? In this free training of Foundations of Masculinity, Jason walks us through what it means to be a man. He begins by explaining how the world views masculinity, then dives deep into God’s original design for manhood and the role of a man. Foundations of Masculinity: https://www.braveco.org/foundations Jason's Instagram: https:...

Hunter McWaters is a hunter, film producer, photographer, and host of The Hunters Quest podcast. In this episode, Jay and Hunter talk about past addiction to drugs, obesity, and purpose. The pain in our life is pointless if it doesn't have a purpose. Episode notes: It’s insidious how addiction works. In each step, you are able to justify all that you are doing. The worst kind of pain to be in...

This episode is from a live Q&A at the School of Relational Health hosted by the Transformation Center in Redding, California. In part 2 of this episode, Jason shares about boundaries, emotions, and more. We hope you enjoy it. Foundations of Masculinity: https://www.braveco.org/foundations Jason's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jayvallotton/ CONNECT WITH BRAVECO Website: https://www...

This episode is from a live Q&A at the School of Relational Health hosted by the Transformation Center in Redding, California. In part 1 of this episode, Jason shares about relationships, sozos, and more. We hope you enjoy it. Foundations of Masculinity: https://www.braveco.org/foundations Jason's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jayvallotton/ CONNECT WITH BRAVECO Website: https://www...

Chris Cruz is a speaker, author, Associate Pastor, and Young Adults Pastor at Bethel Church. In this episode, Jay and Chris talk about the ambiguous definition of discipleship and studying the word of God. This episode will ignite a passion in you to dive into your bible and commune with God. Episode Notes: Jesus took on humanity so he can heal it. God’s intention is seen in Jesus. Jesus saves you...

Justin Stumvoll is a speaker, teacher, and life consultant. He and his wife have a podcast (The Connected Life) and run programs like Living Fully Alive and The Pathway to Freedom. In this episode, Jay asks about Justin's journey of facing his fears and becoming more courageous in life. This episode of full of hope and a push toward getting you unstuck. Episode Notes: - One of the bravest thi...

Dave Harvey is the Director of the Bethel Leaders Network in Redding, California. In this Father's day episode, Jay and Dave share about the impact of an encouraging father. Fathers unlock our full potential! Episode Notes: Fathers unlock our full potential. There is power in fathers cheering for their sons. Some of us need to let ourselves be fathered again. BraveCo Increase Testimony Book P...

Dr. Margaret Nagib is a speaker, author, and clinical Psychologist. In this episode, Jay and Margaret explain how to deal with anxiety and depression. You will be better equipped to respond to your triggers and regulate your emotions. Episode Notes: We experience anxiety and depression when we are beyond our capacity to cope. One of the most powerless feelings for a man is wanting to help someone...

Kris Vallotton is an author, speaker, and a senior leader at Bethel Church in Redding, California. In this episode, Jay and Kris talk about Kris’s biggest failure, success, and much more. This conversation will encourage you to find the right accountability and live with perseverance. Episode Notes: Don’t make big decisions when you’re tired, bored, or feeling insecure because you make those out o...

Who am I? Whose am I? Do I have what it takes? In this episode, Jay breaks down these questions and challenges us to ask God who He calls us.  We hope you are encouraged by this message from our last 5-day challenge. Episode Notes: Masculinity is not something that a man is born with, it is something that is poured into a man. When perseverance runs its course, you will lack nothing. In order to h...

Bill Johnson is the Senior Leader of Bethel Church in Redding, California. Jay and Bill talk about Bill’s upbringing, responsibility, discipleship, and more in this episode. Dedicate the natural you do to the Lord and it will become supernatural. Responsibility gives purpose. Comparison is one of the most deadly things we can do because somehow we always end up at the bottom. Natural things dedica...

Danny Silk is the president and co-founder of Loving on Purpose. He is an author, a father, a grandfather, and much more. In this episode, Jay and Danny talk about what makes a man great! Men, you were born for greatness! Episode notes:  Freedom leads to responsibility. Responsibility leads to freedom. Confidence comes from doing, not simulating.  You will not learn how to love by avoiding respons...

Jeremy Affeldt is an outdoorsman, athlete, public speaker, author, 3x World Series Champion, and most importantly a father of 3 boys. In this episode, Jay and Jeremy talk about how they got through some of the toughest moments of their life. Men, you were built for storms! Episode notes:  There is no such thing as failure. There are teachable moments. Whoever can operate in adversity the best, win...

John Eldredge is an American author, counselor, and lecturer. He is known for his best-selling books Wild at Heart and Fathered by God. In this episode, Jay and John talk through the 6 stages of a man in John’s book Fathered by God. There’s a journey every man needs to take and you don’t get to skip it. Episode notes:  Initiation settles questions in our souls. God will bring the fathering that yo...

In this episode, Jay walks us through the story of David in 2 Samuel. There are lessons we can learn from David’s failure of understanding his temptation. Remember, you are not your temptations but the values you embrace. Episode notes:  Whatever we misdiagnose we mistreat. Temptation is a need wanting to be met. We are not the temptations we have. We are the values we embrace. Meet your needs in...

Banning Liebscher is the founding pastor of Jesus Culture, a ministry of worship, events, and leadership development. In this episode, Banning and Jay talk about Banning’s latest book, The Three-Mile Walk: The Courage You Need to Live the Life God Wants for You, and the battles men are facing today.   - The older I get the less I’m driven by vision and more driven by obedience - “My job isn’t to k...

What is an addiction? In this episode, Jason breaks down what addictions are and where they come from. If you find yourself in never-ending cycles, this is a great place to start. Addiction is more about the cage you live in than the substance you take. Addiction starts when we can no longer bear being present in our own lives. Addiction is a way of meeting our needs in an unhealthy way. Our addic...

What is holding you back from the next level of living? In this episode, Jason describes the power of vision in our journey to achieving our goals. It is our mission that gives us sustainable motivation. Pain is a good motivator to a certain point but vision will motivate you and get you to the next level. If you’re going to change any area in your life, the best place to start is with vision. Sha...

Benji Nolot is an American filmmaker who recently directed Raised on Porn. He is the Founder and CEO of Exodus Cry, an organization that exists to end human trafficking. In this episode, Jay and Benji talk about trafficking, pornography, its social evolution, and much more.  Key Notes: With drug addiction, you want more. With sexual addiction, you want new and different. Evolution of Sexuality - R...

Aside from leading BraveCo, Jason is a counselor/pastor at a megachurch in northern California. He and his wife have been married for 10 years, and have 4 children with 1 on the way. He's also an avid hunter and fisherman, a novice-but-aspiring jiu-jitsu fighter, and an overall hobby enthusiast.   In this episode, Jason Vallotton teaches how to weaponize your story.  When we own our story, we...

Aside from leading BraveCo, Jason is a counselor/pastor at a megachurch in northern California. He and his wife have been married for 10 years, and have 4 children with 1 on the way. He's also an avid hunter and fisherman, a novice-but-aspiring jiu-jitsu fighter, and an overall hobby enthusiast.   In this introduction to the BraveCo Podcast, Jason Vallotton shares his story and the heart and...