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In the final episode of our series on sin, Anthony unpacks the tension between culture and the church’s response to sin. As society continues to redefine truth, many churches have fallen silent on holiness—but Jesus never did. This episode challenges believers to teach truth boldly, lead with compassion, and live out holiness in a broken world. Anthony discusses how cultural pressures shape our vi...

In Part 3 of our series on sin, Anthony and Kyler confront one of the most dangerous trends in modern Christianity—ignoring sin in the name of comfort. When sin is minimized, the gospel loses its power and the church loses its voice. In this episode, we discuss how misunderstanding sin weakens faith, distorts truth, and ultimately damages the witness of the church. We explore the power of words, t...

In Part 2 of our series on sin, we dig deeper into the uncomfortable truth—sin is more than behavior, it’s rebellion against God. Too often, culture and even the church reduce sin to a list of “bad actions,” but the Bible reveals it as a heart issue that separates us from our Creator. In this episode, Anthony and Kyler challenge men to see sin for what it really is: not just a mistake, but a spiri...

In this eye-opening episode of Real Men Talk, Anthony Curnutt and Kyler Sowell dive into the Barna Group’s latest research on how Americans—and even many Christians—view sin. The results are shocking: only 52% of Americans see themselves as sinners, and only 14% of self-identified Christians hold a biblical view of sin. The conversation exposes how culture has infiltrated the church, redefining tr...

In this episode of Real Men Talk, Anthony and Kyler tackle the hard truth about nominal Christianity—being a Christian in name only. They dive deep into the contrast between nominal and active Christian men, revealing how surface-level faith can devastate marriages, families, and society through issues like domestic violence and high divorce rates. More than statistics, this conversation exposes t...

In this deeply reflective episode of Real Men Talk, Anthony Curnutt and Kyler Sowell wrestle with the shocking news of Charlie Kirk’s assassination and what it means for men, faith, and our nation. They explore the natural waves of anger, grief, and confusion that follow such a tragic event—and how those emotions can either consume us or be channeled into redemptive action. Drawing from Scripture,...

In this episode of Real Men Talk, host Anthony Curnutt sits down with Will McGinnis, former bassist of the legendary Christian band Audio Adrenaline and co-founder of the Hands and Feet Project in Haiti. Will shares his powerful journey from a broken home in Ohio to the heights of music success, and how God called him into a deeper purpose beyond the stage. Through stories of faith, identity, and...

In this episode of Real Men Talk, Anthony Curnutt sits down with Sean Moore, the Haiti Director for the Hands and Feet Project. Sean shares how God used Haiti to draw him closer to Christ, beginning with a mission trip after the devastating 2010 earthquake. From missionary work to leading an organization that empowers families, builds community, and supports education, Sean’s story is one of faith...

In this episode of Real Men Talk, the hosts explore the life-changing power of personal testimonies in both apologetics and evangelism. They share real-life experiences of how telling your story can open doors for meaningful conversations about faith, bring hope to the hurting, and point people to Jesus. Every believer has a unique story—one shaped by God’s grace and His hand at work in their live...

In this powerful episode of Real Men Talk, Anthony Curnutt sits down with Blake Mattocks, founder of 365 Christian Men, to talk about the transformative power of storytelling in men’s ministry. From his journey to faith in the Marine Corps to launching a global platform that shares real, raw stories of men following Jesus, Blake reveals how authenticity and community are changing lives. Hear how G...

In the final episode of our Fruit of the Spirit series, Anthony Curnutt and Kyler Sowell unpack the last three fruits—faithfulness, gentleness, and self-control—and why they are essential marks of spiritual maturity in a man’s life. We discuss how faithfulness builds trust, gentleness reflects the heart of Christ, and self-control guards us against the traps of sin and pride. These are not signs o...

In Part 2 of our Fruit of the Spirit series, Anthony Curnutt and Kyler Sowell get real about the hardest fruit to develop—patience, along with kindness and goodness. These aren’t just virtues to admire; they are disciplines every man must learn to lead well and reflect Christ in everyday life. From personal stories to biblical insight, this conversation unpacks how the Holy Spirit develops these t...

In this first episode of a 3-part Real Men Talk series, Anthony Curnutt and Kyler Sowell unpack the first three attributes of the fruit of the Spirit from Galatians 5: love, joy, and peace—and how they are essential to a man’s spiritual growth and leadership. This conversation challenges men to reflect on their inner life, confront unresolved issues, and allow the Holy Spirit to produce lasting ch...

In this deeply moving episode of Real Men Talk, I sit down with Ryan Ainley as he shares the story no parent ever wants to tell—the loss of his young daughter, Reese. Through pain, tears, and unwavering faith, Ryan opens up about his journey through grief, the emotional toll of losing a child, and how God met him in the darkest moments. We talk about the importance of being present in grief, the p...

In this follow-up episode to our conversation with Dr. Joshua Waltman, Kyler Sowell and Anthony Curnutt take the discussion even deeper—tackling the crisis of truth in today’s culture and what it means for spiritual leadership. We dive into the impact of postmodernism, the alarming reality that only 4% of churchgoers hold a biblical worldview, and why men cannot afford to lead their families witho...

In this intellectually rich and spiritually stirring episode of Real Men Talk, Anthony Curnutt sits down with Dr. Joshua Waltman, an Apologetics professor at Liberty University, to discuss why apologetics is essential for today’s believer. From personal testimonies to theological depth, they explore the power of critical thinking, the beauty of the Trinity, and how engaging the mind is not a distr...

In the final episode of our Spiritual Leadership series, Anthony Curnutt and Kyler Sowell tackle one of the most challenging truths of spiritual leadership: it will always be countercultural. In a world that pushes compromise, passivity, and silence, godly men are called to stand out, stand firm, and lead with conviction. This episode dives into the cost of leadership, the pressure to conform, and...

In Part 4 of our Spiritual Leadership series, Anthony Curnutt and Kyler Sowell unpack the relational side of leadership—because no man leads well in isolation. This episode focuses on the power of mentorship, accountability, and brotherhood in shaping spiritual growth and maturity. We talk about the vital need for every man to have a Paul to learn from, a Timothy to pour into, and a Silas to walk...

In Part 3 of our Spiritual Leadership series, Anthony Curnutt and Kyler Sowell dig into one of the most crucial roles a man can carry—fatherhood. This episode is a clear call to action for men to step up as spiritual leaders in their homes, shaping their children’s values, worldview, and future through intentional leadership, discipline, and love. We unpack how a father's behavior, words—and even...

In Part 2 of our Spiritual Leadership series, Anthony Curnutt and Kyler Sowell dive deeper into the high calling of men as spiritual leaders in the home. This episode is a challenge and encouragement to every man striving to reflect Christ’s love, humility, and headship within his marriage and parenting. We talk about the intentional pursuit of holiness, the sacrificial nature of leadership, and t...

In this authentic and impactful episode of Real Men Talk, Anthony Curnutt sits down with Clay Lee—a SWAT team medic, devoted husband, and Christ-following father—to talk about the realities of leadership in the trenches of life. Clay opens up about balancing the demands of being a first responder with his commitment to spiritual leadership at home, sharing lessons from his time serving in Colombia...

In this first episode of our new series on spiritual leadership in the home, Kyler Sowell and I (Anthony Curnutt) go back to the very beginning—Creation itself—to uncover the foundation of God’s design for men to lead spiritually. From the Garden of Eden, we see that God gave Adam the responsibility to lead, protect, and obey, even before Eve was created. Though Eve took the first bite, it was Ada...

In this powerful message from the Real Men Rally, I (Anthony Curnutt) share a critical truth: you cannot lead well if you do not first know who you are in Jesus Christ. So many men today are trying to lead families, churches, and communities while carrying an identity built on performance, past mistakes, or worldly expectations. But real leadership—the kind that changes lives—can only flow from a...

In this special episode of Real Men Talk, we share a powerful and challenging sermon from my great friend and mentor, Josh Reasons, recorded live at our recent men’s conference. Josh brings a fire-filled word on the true meaning of transformation—the kind that only happens when we fully surrender our lives to Jesus Christ. Transformation isn’t about adding Jesus to your old life; it’s about being...