Men of Valor Ministries

Season 4, Episode 16 brings the kind of raw, unfiltered conversation men’s ministry desperately needs. Host Gordon West sits down with Brent Taylor—a man who doesn’t just talk about responsibility but lives it in the trenches of family, community, and ministry. Together they tackle the week’s bold topic, “Why Some Men Dominate and Others Disappear Into the Shadows,” pulling apart the quiet forces...

In the second episode of 2026, Eric Stewart welcomes back to MOV Josh Herrington for a conversation men can’t afford to dodge. This week they tackle authority without abuse—a topic that cuts straight to the heart of what Christ‑centered leadership really demands. No posturing, no clichés, just two men calling other men to lead with strength that doesn’t intimidate, conviction that doesn’t control,...

In this episode, host Floyd Ogle with Travis Watson start a new year with a focus on men leading, having authority, and taking responsibility.  Join us for some deeper, honest conversation about leading when you don’t feel qualified.   Never one to hold back or be timid Floyd leads a conversation that provides a challenge to men to not be fearful but to step out of the shadows and be obedient out...

In this special year‑end episode, hosts Travis Watson, Eric Stewart, Gordon West, Michael Bodine, and Floyd Ogle look back on a powerful 2025—a year marked by growth, grit, and genuine brotherhood. From expanding the podcast with deeper, more honest conversations to showing up every week on social media with content that challenges men to live with conviction, the ministry has taken bold steps for...

Season 4, Episode 12 of the podcast takes men straight into the gritty heart of what it means to build authentic brotherhood. Host Travis Watson sits down with guest Brent Taylor to strip away the clichés and talk real—because true brotherhood isn’t forged in surface-level handshakes, it’s built through trust earned over time. This episode doesn’t shy away from the hard edges: the scars, the setba...

In this 11th episode of season 4, the MOV Podcast continues to tackle relevant issues.  Host Floyd Ogle sits down with Howie Piper to tackle the hard truth about accountability—moving beyond the surface-level check-ins that often leave men stuck in cycles of shame and silence. Together, they confront how traditional recovery spaces sometimes fail to provide the inclusive, non-judgmental environmen...

Thank you for joining us as for Season 4 Episode 10.  In this episode host Michael Bodine sits down with Trent Menold to explore what it really means to forge lasting friendships and strengthen group bonds in a world that often pushes men toward isolation. This isn’t polished or plastic—it’s raw, honest conversation about loyalty, courage, and the kind of brotherhood that calls men to stand firm i...

Thank you for joining us as for Season 4 Episode 9.  Most of us live in the extremes. We’re either all strength with no restraint, or we’re all humility with no backbone. And the real problem isn’t whether a man is strong or humble… it’s when he becomes the unhealthy version of either. Somewhere in the tension between the two — that’s where the best version of a man is found.  Floyd Ogle leads a p...

Thank you for joining us as for Season 4 Episode 8.  It is always refreshing to have authentic conversations with guys who value that characteristic over the image the world tells us we are supposed to have.  In this episode we will hear from our executive team member Travis Watson as he has a conversation with two great friends and leaders of our MOV Hospitality Team.  This prayerfully encourages...

Thank you for joining us as for Season 4 Episode 7.  This could be one of our most powerful of all the podcasts we've recorded to date.  Today we will hear from our executive team member Eric Stewart as he has a conversation with his best friend and brother in Christ, Kevin Holtzclaw.  This is a moving conversation by two men who clearly understand the importance of what true confession looks...

Join us as for the Season 4, powerhouse Episode 6 as we continue to take a look at what it takes for us as men to finish 2025 with a very special podcast.  Today we will hear from our executive team member Gordon West as he has a conversation with a powerful lineup of men who each have a dynamic story and perspective to share.  This is a moving conversation by men who clearly understand the import...

Join us as for the Season 4, Episode 5 as we continue to take a look at what it takes for us as men to finish 2025 with a very special podcast.  Today we will hear from our executive team member Floyd Ogle as he has a conversation with a very dear friend and a minister of the Gospel, JJ Doerksen.  This is a dynamic conversation by two men clearly called and gifted in the areas of leadership and wh...

Join us as for the Season 4, Episode 4 as we continue to take a look at what it takes for us as men to finish 2025 with a very special podcast.  Today we will hear from our executive team member Michael Bodine as he has a conversation with a very close friend and former ministry partner, AJ Stevenson.  This refreshing conversation is raw and authentic as they dive into looking at mental health and...

Join us as for the Episode 3 of Season 4 as we continue to take a look at what it takes for us as men to finish 2025 strong by evaluating, assessing, and taking our own personal spiritual inventory.  Today we will hear from our executive team member Eric Stewart as he interviews a close friend and former pastor, Chris Anderson.  You are invited into an authentic conversation between two brothers w...

Join us as for the Episode 2 of Season 4 as we take a look at what it takes for us as men to finish 2025 strong.  Today we will hear from our executive team members Travis, Eric, and Floyd.  Travis interviews two of our executives with a proven track record in men's ministry and they each share insights regarding what it takes to finish strong along with some practical challenges to be intent...

Join us as for the first episode of Season 4 as we take a look at what it takes for us as men to faithfully raise the next generation.  Today we will hear from our executive team member Gordon West as he interviews brothers Micah and Peter Holmes.  They each share some powerful insights as seasoned youth veterans regarding what it looks like to do this task well.  We continue to be grateful for Go...

Join us as for the last episode of season 3 as we take one more look back at an incredible story of faith written by Jesus Christ regarding several of our men of valor.  Today we will hear from our executive team member Gordon West as he interviews father and son Ty and Gavin Watts.  We are blessed to hear about their journey of faith as well as review some of their favorite highlights from this y...

Join us as we take a look back at an incredible generational story of faith written by Jesus Christ regarding several of our men of valor.  Today we will hear from our executive team member Michael Bodine as he interviews Dennis, Brian, and Van Thorson.  We are blessed to hear about their journey of faith as well as review some of their favorite highlights from this year's conference. There w...

Join us as we take a look back at additional stories of faith written by Jesus Christ regarding several of our men of valor.  Today we will hear from our executive team member Eric Stewart as he interviews Mark Higgins, Mike Higgins, and Casey Welch.  We are blessed to hear about their journeys of faith as well as review some of their favorite highlights from this year's conference. There wer...

Join us as we take a look back at another story of faith written by Jesus Christ regarding one of our men of valor.  Today we will hear from our executive team member Travis Watson as he interviews James Baker.  We are blessed to hear James Baker's journey of faith as well as review some of his favorite highlights from this year's conference. There were many great moments this year and w...

Join us as we take a look back at the unique experience of two men at Men of Valor Conference 2025. Today we will hear from our executive team member Floyd Ogle as he interviews Joey Medina and Isidro Bruno as we review some of their favorite highlights from the conference. There were many great moments this year and we pray you are encouraged as we were to share it with you. Find out more about M...

Join us as we take a look back at Men of Valor Conference 2025. Today we will hear from our executive team as we review some of our favorite highlights from the conference. There were many great moments this year and we pray you are encouraged as we were to share it with you. Find out more about Men of Valor Ministries at https://www.movministries.org/ Join our MOV online community on the band app...

Join us as we take a look back at Men of Valor Conference 2024. Today we will hear our forth Main Session message from Travis Watson from MOV 2024. Grab your Bible and turn to the book of 1 Corinthians and prepare your heart to receive the Word of God. Find out more about Men of Valor Ministries at https://www.movministries.org/ Join our MOV online community on the band app  https://band.us/@movmi...

Join us as we take a look back at Men of Valor Conference 2024. Today we will hear our third Main Session message from Floyd Ogle from MOV 2024. Grab your Bible and turn to the book of Genesis and prepare your heart to receive the Word of God. Find out more about Men of Valor Ministries at https://www.movministries.org/ Join our MOV online community on the band app  https://band.us/@movministries

Join us as we take a look back at Men of Valor Conference 2024. Today we will hear our second Main Session message from Nathan Cravatt from MOV 2024. Grab your Bible and turn to the book of Hebrews and prepare your heart to receive the Word of God. Find out more about Men of Valor Ministries at https://www.movministries.org/ Join our MOV online community on the band app  https://band.us/@movminist...