The Single Man Podcast

EP. 52 | THE FINAL EPISODE! The completion of The Single Man Podcast is here. What a journey it has been. I've been working to fulfill what I felt like God told me to do in October 2023 - release 52 total episodes about how Christian men were navigating faith + dating to reach single men who don't know Jesus. March 27, 2026 we reach The Final Episode which I have titled "Finishing Wel...

EP. 51 | In the conclusion of our four-part marriage series, Carlton is joined by both of his parents, Jay (61) & Nina (64) French, for a powerful conversation on 33 years of marriage, lasting love, communication, and the truth about whether marriage is really worth it. Jay & Nina share how they met, how they dated, how they’ve navigated marriage, what they’ve learned along the way, and wh...

EP. 50 | Can you believe we've made it to Episode 50?! With just THREE episodes remaining, Carlton sits down with his 61-year-old dad, Jay French, for one of the most theological episodes yet! Jay grew up in the “Bible Belt” of rural South Georgia, where he accepted Jesus, but his story did not end there. Jay walks through his personal journey, weaving in what the Bible actually says about sal...

EP. 49 | With only four episodes remaining, Carlton sits down with his 64-year-old mom, Nina French, for one of the most heartfelt episodes yet! Nina grew up Palestinian in Jerusalem before immigrating to the United States at age 9. She opens up about her Catholic upbringing, being born just a quarter mile from where Jesus was crucified, the difference she discovered between tradition and a real r...

EP. 48 | The marriage series is heating up with Episode 3 of 4! 🔥 Logan Harris is BACK, this time with his amazing wife, Brittany Harris! Logan first appeared on Episode 5 while he was still an engaged man. He is now a married man of 20 months! Logan & Brittany are both 27 years old and they don't hold back on this episode vulnerably & practically sharing wisdom for every season: single,...

EP. 47 | The marriage series is rolling on with Episode 2 of 4 , and this one is a * can’t miss * conversation with Ed and Juliana Lin! From meeting in New York and dating in their 20s to navigating faith, Taiwanese culture, storms they’ve faced in marriage, and raising four kids, they get honest about what 25 years of marriage is REALLY like and what they wish they knew from day one. If you’re si...

EP. 46 | Pumped to announce our 4-episode marriage series as The Single Man Podcast starts to come to a close! Episode 46 kicks it all off with Theo and Cara. They met at 27, got married at 28, and now at 32 - just celebrated their 4-year-anniversary! It all started with one bold decision Theo made when he felt like he had nothing to lose. Theo is Palestinian American and was my first ever friend...

EP. 45 | Get ready for a can’t miss episode of The Single Man Podcast! Carlton sits down with Michael Chiara, a 30-year-old personal trainer from Queens, NY. After 10 years of training clients full time, Michael joins the podcast as the 2nd currently engaged man to ever come on. Michael shares how he met his fiancée at the gym, how going all-in with Jesus in 2023 changed his identity, and drops pr...

EP. 44 | In this powerful Episode 44, Carlton sits down with Hunter Hanna, a 25-year-old single man who hit rock bottom in his 20s after exploring partying, drinking, drugs, and New Age spirituality. Everything on the outside looked “good,” but when Hunter started asking himself, “Why Am I Alive?”, a small still voice stirred him to seek Jesus and everything began to shift. As he shares how spirit...

EP. 43 | With 10 episodes remaining of The Single Man Podcast, Carlton is joined by Keith Trollinger, a 45-year-old single man, for an incredibly honest and vulnerable episode. Keith opens up about being same-sex attracted, choosing abstinence, and wrestling with the question, “If I never get married, would I be ok?”. Keith completed a Master of Divinity in 2025 and shares how his view of identity...

EP. 42 | At 20, Asher Hogan is the youngest man to ever come on The Single Man Podcast! Currently a student at Georgia Tech, he is navigating faith, dating, partying, and relationships right in the middle of college life. In this honest conversation, Asher opens up about fraternity culture, sex, drinking, and what it actually looks like to follow Jesus while single in college. From knowing when yo...

EP. 41 | In one of the realest and most vulnerable episodes yet, Episode 41 of The Single Man Podcast features Carlton sitting down with his good friend Sam Bowman. Sam opens up about being divorced at 31, battling depression and suicidal thoughts, and how sex before marriage impacted his life and relationships. Now 36, remarried, and a father of three, he breaks down the mistakes that cost him hi...

EP. 40 | Can you believe we've made it to Episode 40?! To celebrate, we have a REMARKABLE episode where Carlton sits down with his friend Garrett Meyer, a 25 year old single man who has been rebuilding his life from the inside out. Once unsure of his confidence, his faith, and what actually mattered in dating, Garrett now opens up about the qualities in a woman that truly matter, what being in...

EP. 39 | After an 8-month break, The Single Man Podcast is OFFICIALLY BACK and launching the final 14 episodes of the 52-episode series, still hosted by 30-year-old single man Carlton French! In this powerful episode 39, Carlton sits down with Admire “Admezzy” Phakathi, a 29-year-old runner in Atlanta who recently ran 100 miles in 34 hours! Originally born in Johannesburg, South Africa, Admezzy lo...

EP. 38 | In this eye-opening Episode 38, Carlton sits down with Xiào Zeng, a 27-year-old single man who grew up in Shenzhen, China, culturally Buddhist and chasing fulfillment in partying, pleasure, and success. But in January 2024, everything changed. After experiencing deep brokenness, sexual struggles, and even being stoned at church, he encountered Jesus and began renewing his mind. Plus, we’r...

EP. 37 | In this powerful Episode 37, Carlton sits down with Allen English, a 29-year-old who went from “I got this” to “Okay God, you got this”. At 27, after years of doing things his way, bad dating decisions, and buying into bro culture, Allen finally answered God’s call—and spoiler alert: it's working out way better than his own plan. Now, he’s not just growing as a MOG (Man of God), but h...

EP. 36 | Twelve years ago, at 24, Justin “JMah” Mah heard the good news for the first time—and it changed everything. Now 36, single, and thriving, he sits down with Carlton to share the highs, the struggles, and the wild ride of dating as a single man. From navigating anger and forgiveness to embracing singleness with purpose, JMah’s journey is a beacon of hope for every man who wonders if joy is...

EP. 35 | At 26, JJ Tomlin met his wife. Now 29, married, and a father, he runs Heart of Dating, the largest Christian dating podcast in the world, helping thousands of men. In the first-ever virtual episode of The Single Man Podcast, JJ opens up to Carlton about the hard lessons he's learned, the hidden mistake keeping so many men stuck, and the unexpected shift that changed everything in his own...

EP. 34 | At 26, Kevin Simmons thought he had no future—struggling with depression and suicidal thoughts, he felt like a failure. But his story didn’t end there. Now 29 and dating the woman he believes is “the one,” Kevin shares his raw journey of overcoming mental health battles, the wake-up call that changed everything, and what he’s learned about modern dating and pursuing well. If you’ve ever f...

EP. 33 | This is an EPIC story of love, faith, and transformation you won’t want to miss! Savannah, a 31-year-old Christian woman from the US, and Shantanu, a 30-year-old man raised Hindu in India, met at a salsa dancing class—never imagining how an initial "business meeting" would change their lives forever. From navigating the challenges of being unequally yoked to Shantanu’s INCREDIBLE decision...

EP. 32 | In this vulnerable episode of The Single Man Podcast, Carlton is joined by 32-year-old single man Nujad Bolivar, who opens up about his journey to healing after being estranged from his father for 10 years. Nujad shares his incredible story of reconciliation, overcoming father wounds, and finding his true identity as he has navigated faith and masculinity. He also reveals how his journey...

EP. 31 | In this week’s episode, Carlton is joined by Weslee Knapp, a 48-year-old single man who was married at 29 and divorced at 42. Weslee shares his journey through growing up Catholic, navigating divorce, raising two kids as a single father, and the leadership lessons he's learned along the way. He also reflects on what he wishes he knew before getting married, offering valuable insights on f...

EP. 30 | In this MILESTONE Episode 30, Carlton's sister, Caroline French, a 28-year-old single woman, joins to wrap up the four episode women's series! Caroline shares her journey to finding true fulfillment in Jesus at 26, shedding light on how even "the perfect relationship" left her unfulfilled and what it was that ultimately brought her true fulfillment and purpose. Get ready to take some note...

EP. 29 | In this third installment of our women’s series, Carlton sits down with Liberty Schultz, a 25-year-old single woman on a bold journey to go on 50 first dates with 50 strangers! They dive into the realities of modern dating, discussing how to meet new people, communicate effectively, conquer the fear of rejection, and build genuine connections. Liberty shares incredible wisdom on navigatin...

EP. 28 | You are in for a real treat with the 2nd episode of our women’s series! Carlton sits down with his first-ever couple that is CURRENTLY DATING, Annie, 26, and Hunter, 25, who have been together for 10 months! They share their real, unfiltered journey of navigating dating, offering heartfelt vulnerability and practical advice on honoring God while building a relationship. From setting bound...