GreatMan Podcast

In our current technological age, the world will teach your kids if you don't. That's why as fathers, mentors, and coaches, we must stay one step ahead. In today's episode, Stephen, JT, and Anthony all sit down together for the final episode discussing the recent Netflix series, "Adolescence," and the crucial lessons we can take away from it. In this conversation, learn how to initiate hard conver...

Fatherhood in the digital age demands more than presence—it demands vision. Continuing on the conversation about the recent Netflix series, "Adolescence," Anthony and JT confront the modern challenges facing boys today and call men to rise with intentionality, emotional leadership, and a clear strategy for their families. To lead our children with purpose through today's digital battleground, we m...

A new Netflix series, simply titled "Adolescence," has sparked a cultural conversation around the nature of boyhood and masculinity. In this episode, Stephen outlines the importance of the show and the attention it brings to the dire circumstances that await boys in this generation. Men, it is our job to shepherd the younger generations, because to build GreatMen, we must first build great boys. L...

The men in your mind are shaping your future, whether you realize it or not. In this episode, Anthony and JT challenge you to inspect the internal voices shaping your decisions—and to intentionally choose the men you want influencing your life. Destructive voices pile on shame, fear, and blame, while life-giving voices provide conviction, safety, and trust. Which do you have seated at your mental...

Who keeps you accountable to your principles? In this episode, Stephen recounts a memorable moment from a call with his band of brothers that left him in awe of the commitment they share. Every man needs a trusted band of brothers he’d rather die than disappoint. He must let these relationships influence his choices, because no man is meant to walk alone—especially in this generation. LEARN MORE:...

How much laughter lives within your close male relationships? Continuing on Stephen's topic of smack talk, Anthony and JT lay out how they personally navigate their banter, being conscious to know the line, read the room, and follow up when joking around. While a well-timed jab may seem inconsequential, behind all smack talk is a deeper message: “I see you, I trust you, I’m with you.” LEARN MORE:...

"Men insult. Women compliment. Neither one of them mean it too much." This lighthearted phrase carries an underlying truth which Stephen focuses on today. It's clear that friendly jabs and banter shape male friendships—but we need to know where the line is between connection and harm. In all of our communication with fellow men, let us not forget that brotherhood can be built on teasing, but from...

In this special edition episode, JT and Anthony are joined by former NFL Super Bowl champion, pastor, author, and leader of men, Tim Johnson. Tim shares insights from his book and film Fatherless No More , exploring how unresolved father wounds shape a man’s identity and struggles. His radical story of faith has taken him all over the globe, most recently to Riker's Island prison in New York, wher...

This Father’s Day, take time to confront your father story—honor the good, forgive the bad, and get FatherRight. You can’t step fully into noble manhood without making peace with your past and owning your role as a father, both at home and in the world. Use this holiday to affirm your sons, lead with strength, and become the father-at-large your generation needs. LEARN MORE: Website:  https:/...

Is your father wound addressed... or dormant? Listen in as JT coaches Anthony through his father wounds in realtime, focusing on his all-too-common story of fatherly absence. Their conversation is a hopeful reminder that any man can begin the healing process by naming the wound, grieving it, and choosing a different future. You don’t get to choose what was handed down to you, but you do get to cho...

What's true about your father story doesn't have to be true about YOU. Whether your father was a hero, a ghost, or something in between, you must get right with that story to become the man you’re meant to be. In this episode, Stephen encourages you to rise beyond what came before by addressing the wounds from your father, looking at his weaknesses, and building upon his strengths. LEARN MORE: Web...

Aside from everyday practical skills that young men need to be taught, there are 5 all-encompassing skills that guide the life of a man: emotional intelligence, communication, work ethic, relational strength, and critical thinking. In this episode, JT and Anthony provide a blueprint for building not just better men, but better futures. Because a man isn’t only measured by what he builds, but by wh...

A recent Wall Street Journal article highlights a troubling reality: many adults lack basic life skills—from reading a thermometer to planning a trip. In this episode, Stephen talks about the vital role men play in passing down the practical know-how and confidence that our kids need to thrive. Even if you don’t have all the answers, you can still lead by finding someone who does—for the sake of t...

The breaking of barriers isn't limited to the sports field or the workplace. If anything, it is most crucial within the generations of a family line. Today, JT and Anthony challenge you to confront the generational patterns that may be holding you back. By inspecting inherited behaviors, owning your role, and seeking truth over tradition, you can initiate healing and lead with intentionality. LEAR...

In 1954, Roger Bannister broke the 4-minute mile—and sparked a wave of breakthroughs in athletics worldwide. When one man rises, it empowers others to believe they can too. In this episode, Stephen explores how your personal breakthroughs can ignite greatness in those you influence. LEARN MORE: Website:  https://greatman.tv/ Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/greatman.tv/ Support Grea...

In this episode, JT and Anthony explore how a man’s words reveal his maturity, self-awareness, and discipline—or the lack thereof. True strength isn’t found in rebellion or vulgarity, but in aligning your speech with your calling and character. Because in the end, your words either build or break—and a GreatMan chooses to build. LEARN MORE: Website:  https://greatman.tv/ Instagram:  http...

When you speak, do you use your words for impact or self-gratification? Though strong language may at times be excusable, a leader knows how to express himself appropriately depending on the situation. Stephen reminds us not to get swept away in cultural extremes, and above all, not to be intellectually lazy. LEARN MORE: Website:  https://greatman.tv/ Instagram:  https://www.instagram.co...

When a man loses his sense of purpose, he will settle for the lesser things in life. Whereas noble men are designed to protect, provide, and lead, apathetic men abandon, take, and neglect. Anthony and JT spend time discussing the takeaways from the famed Universe 25 experiment and reminding men that we live not for our own pleasure, but for the sake of others. LEARN MORE: Website:  https://gr...

What does a 1968 science experiment on a mouse population have to do with gluttonous men in today's technological world? Stephen brings some alarming parallels to attention between the famous "Universe 25" experiment and the societal trends that are unmanning men in our present age. Don't let our modern conveniences turn your tools into vices. LEARN MORE: Website:  https://greatman.tv/ Instag...

Giving is about more than just showing kindness; it's about effecting the next generation. JT and Anthony are here to remind us about the simple truths of generosity. What impact will your giving have? We ask that you consider GreatMan as you allocate the resources in your war chest, be it in the form of financial gifts or volunteer work. To support GreatMan financially, go to https://greatman.tv/...

Every man has obligations and responsibilities, but every man needs a break to rest and be reminded of his purpose. In an impromptu beachside podcast session, JT and Jonas unwind and discuss the importance of taking time for a vacation. LEARN MORE: Website:  https://greatman.tv/ Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/greatman.tv/ Support GreatMan:  https://greatman.tv/greatman-global...

Michael Blanton is an award-winning artistic producer and manager for artists like Amy Grant, Michael W. Smith, DeGarmo & Key, and countless others. In addition to his career accolades, he is a GreatMan board member! In this special edition episode, Anthony and Michael sit down for a one-on-one conversation about his career, his passion for helping men succeed, and 3 key areas men need to get...

It's becoming increasingly difficult to fund men’s events and movements, because for many, the needs of men in western society are an afterthought. What might our culture look like if we invested in noble manhood both financially and relationally? Stephen asks you to evaluate your resources, your connections, and your creativity to help bolster the greater men's movement in Western society. LEARN...

No man is perfect. We all need to be sculpted, and we all need to help sculpt other men. But how do we enter into sculpting relationships? How do we find the confidence to both get the help we need and give the help that others may need? JT and Anthony have years of experience in chipping away at both themselves and other men. Get your chisels ready. LEARN MORE: Website:  https://greatman.tv/...

Who is sculpting you? Who are you sculpting? Famed Renaissance artist, Michelangelo, was known for saying, "I saw what was embedded in the stone, and I set it free." What potential do you see in your fellow men, and what potential do they see in you? In this episode, Stephen encourages intentional sculpting to build GreatMen. LEARN MORE: Website:  https://greatman.tv/ Instagram:  https:/...