Man Up, Already!

It's 2023 and the 5th season of the "Man Up, Already!" Podcast.  In the first episode of the year, John discuss the impact of losing two very influential and meaningful men in his life in the first week of the year.  What are the lessons we can learn from death, and the passing of important people in our lives.

The holiday season is upon us!   In this episode, John discusses the importance of slowing down, giving, and thinking of others leads to a happier, healthier, and more productive lifestyle.

Bridget Hom, owner of "Bridge To Freedom Coaching" and author of "Stuck On Ready", joins John to discuss making changes, empowerment, and the various was to move yourself beyond your present reality. Bridget is a master of emotional intelligence and helps individuals and business owners move from being "stuck on ready" to the next level. Visit Bridget on all social media platforms as well as bridg...

Sounds controversial, but it's VERY true! What if men are wired for battle?  What if the very thing that society is trying to take away, is the most essential component to manhood? In this episode, John unpacks why a man's purpose and passion have everything to do with his success in life, and why he MUST have a battle to fight!

What happens when you not only find your passion (the very thing you were put on this Earth for), but then take action on it?  In this episode, John is joined by Clint & Suzette Murray, from Optimal Integrated Health (optimalintegrativehealth.com). Together they discuss taking the steps to follow your passion, what it looks like to live a healthy lifestyle, and what can couples do to stre...

In this special 9/11 episode, John is joined by business and entrepreneur coach Paul Conley. Paul is the Founder of Life Work Balance Coaching where he works with Burned Out and Stuck Young Professionals, helping them take their passion and turn it into a business.  Paul, lives in Tampa Florida with his wife Jenna and their Golden Retriever Champ.  Paul is an avid workout person who love...

"What are you hungry for?" Does anyone remember that commercial?   Actually inspired by Proverbs 16:26, John speaks about passion, goals, and the "secret sauce" that drives achievement and success in life. So what are you hungry for?? 

Let's discuss the Man Up, Already! movement and dive into the topic of passing judgement on others.  In typical "Man Up, Already!" fashion, this episode will challenge you to show up in your life a little bit better!

What does it look like when adversity strikes, derails your entire life, and sets you on a completely different path?   In this episode, John is joined by his good friend, and rising TikTok sensation, Adam Hamill. Adam's story is all about facing adversity, and how our mindset through it determines what happens next.  Adam is a humble, authentic, and strong man of God, who's using his st...

The very concept of a "Divinely Created Man" is under attack today.  In this episode, John challenges men to ask themselves, "what kind of man do you want to be?"

In this episode, John is joined by coach Paty Johnston of "How To Stop Procrastinating In 30 Days!" fame.  Together they chat about the blueprint of success, success habits, facing adversity, and how we are all only one emotional decision away from changing everything! Paty give an EXCLUSIVE OFFER to our listeners so listen all the way through! Check out Paty's website at www.stopprocrastinat...

In this episode, John shares what truly living in the "Man Up, Already!" mindset looks like.  Drawing from his recent life experience, John teaches from the Four Pillars, with a focus on Integrity and Authenticity.

Yes, you heard it right.....KILL the boy!  Last week we discussed healing him, but let's discuss "Killing" him. Tune in to find out what we mean.

John, along with special guest Michael Houge, take on the issues facing men in our society today.  Michael Hogue is co-founder of Hogue Coaching LLC.  He is a long-time health coach and now a life coach for men. Michael shares about wounding, healing, and restoring men, and about his personal experiences being married for 28 years. Manhood, and the divine creation that it is, is under at...

In one of the most unique conversations of the year, John is joined by "End of Life Doula" Ashley Johnson. Ashely is an expert on helping families prepare for a loved one's end of life transition, and brings an insightful and powerful perspective on living and being in the moment. Want to be better in your life today?  Then listen in and hear from an authority on facing the end. This one is a...

In yet another impactful episode, John is joined by life coach Lee Broders.   Lee's unique life experience in the UK has led him to mentor and help others improve themselves by gaining clarity and confidence.  Lee works predominantly, though not solely, with veterans from around the world helping them become empowered to do anything they want to do! Let's take a journey "across the pond"...

Continuing with the "mindset" theme, and helping you get your 2022 off to an amazing start, John is joined by author and personal development coach Brad Dalton. Together, they discuss Brad's book "DNA Of A Winner" and the key ingredients all successful people have. Brad is a powerful speaker and coach, and brings is full energy to the podcast.  This is a great one to get your day kicked into...

In the final episode of 2021, John is joined by his good friend Abdias "AJ" Pierre, where the two take on a conversation about God, success, friendship, racial issues in America, "programmed perceptions", and the downfall of not taking the time to truly engage people. Delivering over 70 minutes of content, this is a thought provoking conversation that's highly needed in our world today. What valua...

Want a key ingredient to success in life?  It's this mindset:  "If it is to be, it's up to me!" In this episode, John discusses the difference between internal and external motivation, and the things that create lasting change in life. Let's prepare for 2022 by getting back to basics. Enjoy!

In this episode, John is joined by Mindset Coach Nina Cooke.  Nina is the author of the book "Renegade Mindset" and is a celebrated coach, author, and podcaster.  Nina specifically works with Financial Advisors, but the nuggets she shares here on the Man Up, Already! Podcast are pure gold. Get your pen and paper out my friends.  This is a note taker for sure! Nina's resources mentio...

In the first combined episode of his weekly "Ride Along", John tackles the concept of integrity, social media, and making sure your actions are in alignment with your words. Recorded while riding his bike outdoors, John shares his beliefs regarding social media, its effect on us as a society, and making the choice to "unplug from the Matrix" and get back to more relational ways of communicating. E...

After a brief hiatus, John is back taking on the assault on manhood, and what it means to be a man in the US in 2021.  Warning!  This is in no way, shape, or form in alignment with Woke viewpoints!

In Part Two in the "War On Manhood" series, John is joined by special guest Angel Kirk.  Together, they engage in a discussion on the difference between men and women, and what is truly masculine and feminine.  As roles tend to blur in our society today, this is an episode where we face head on how men and women are divinely created to be different from each other. "We are equal, but not...

It's no secret that men are under attack today!   With issues like gender fluidity, pronoun usage, and the understanding of God's grand design for men, it's an honor to have Husband, Father, Pastor, Coach, Speaker, and NCAA Referee Dr. Dave White with us on the podcast. This is a stripped down, authentic conversation about men and our place in the world today! Enjoy!

What does "success" really mean?  More importantly, what does "success" look like for you? In this episode, John tackles defining success and how to manifest it very specifically in your life.  This episode is a "working session", so have your journal handy and be prepared to take some notes and GET TO WORK!! Enjoy!