Virtuous Men Podcast

Greed is an uncontrollable, unquenchable desire to acquire more of something by any means necessary. The greed of an individual not only leads to the ultimate demise of themselves, but can directly result in the deprivation of others. The greed of some men sets the bar so high that few would debate its validity. One such man was Napoleon Bonaparte. In this episode, we’ll explore the life of the in...

Pride is the inner conviction that one’s beliefs, actions and achievements are above all others. A prideful man believes that he has all the answers, that he should not be questioned, and that those who oppose him are wrong. One of the 20th century’s most notorious examples of pride was the infamous cult leader Jim Jones. His lifelong descent into pride came to an unforgettable conclusion that sti...

Coming soon, something different from Virtuous Men. For the month of October, we will be exploring the opposite of virtue: sin. In each episode, we will discover one of The Seven Deadly Sins (Pride, Greed, Lust, Envy, Gluttony, Wrath, and Sloth). We’ll tell the story of a man who personified each one, and the opposing virtue needed to defeat it. Join us for our latest Minipod Season - The Seven De...

In this episode of Loose & Unscripted we'll share tidbits of wisdom we've learned over the years, take a deep-dive into Kipling's famous poem If, and share what's coming up on the Virtuous Men Podcast. Hosted by Jamie Adams and Scott Einig. Did you know we're on YouTube? Subscribe today: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCIwtyAQqsQqR0ARXBqhb60w  

*Warning: This episode includes stories of the victims of sex trafficking and is not suitable for younger audiences.  Welcome to a special edition episode of Virtuous Men. In this episode we interview Alan Smyth, co-author of the book Men! Fight for Me: The Role of Authentic Masculinity in Ending Sexual Exploitation and Trafficking. Hosted by Jamie Adams and Scott Einig. To find out more about get...

Teamwork is the positive collaboration between two or more individuals to accomplish a common goal. One such example of teamwork is that of two men whose bond and dedication to their mutual passion cemented their names in the history books - Edmund Hillary and Tenzing Norgay. In this episode, we’ll share how their 1953 first ascent of the world’s tallest peak was a feat accomplished not just by th...

Friendship is a close bond with another person that is less than a romance and more than an acquaintance. However deep a friendship goes, there remains the unspoken understanding that the other person adds value to the other’s life, that the person is a blessing not to be taken for granted. Though many friendships fade away, there are those that stand the test of time. Such was the case with the f...

In this Loose & Unscripted episode, Virtuous Men creators Scott and Jamie discuss meeting one of the men featured in Season 3 of the podcast - David Eubank, founder of Free Burma Rangers. You'll hear clips from an inspirational message David gave at SVA Church while he and his family were in Washington State and also audio from our interview with David we haven't shared before. Hosted by Jamie Ada...

In this Loose & Unscripted episode, Virtuous Men creators Scott and Jamie discuss the making of Minipods #1-6 and give some reactions to follower comments. As always, shenanigans abound.  Hosted by Jamie Adams and Scott Einig.  

Spies - Part 2 Welcome to a special bonus episode, where we collaborate with our friends Ethan and Jared at A Brothers' Creed for some more conversation and commentary. This time we each share a short story of a spy from history. In Part 2, Jamie and Ethan share stories of espionage and double agentry from World War II.

Spies - Part 1 Welcome to a special bonus episode, where we collaborate with our friends Ethan and Jared at A Brothers' Creed for some more conversation and commentary. This time we each share a short story of a spy from history. In Part 1, Scott and Jared share stories of betrayal and intrigue, one from ancient Rome and another from the American Civil War.

Responsiveness is the quality of reacting to a need or calling and meeting it with a positive, deliberate action. It is fundamental in marriage, parenting, in the workplace, and especially in times of adversity. The responsive man gives himself to a task while refusing to allow danger or discomfort to prevent him from doing what is required. One of history’s most vivid examples of responsiveness i...

Passion is defined by expressing great interest in, devotion to and love for an activity, set of skills or field of interest. Whether it involves endless hours studying a topic, building up a large body of work or pursuing ways to better the lives of others, such people are described as passionate. In this episode, we will explore the life and work of a man whose unusual hobby and skills would hel...

Resistance is the refusal to accept or comply with something forced upon an individual or group of people, usually by political or military forces. At its core, it is any action that rejects oppression and subjugation and chooses instead to fight for liberty and self-determination. One of modern history’s most striking examples of resistance is the image of a young Chinese man standing in the way...

Loyalty is a steadfast dedication to a goal, a cause, a person or a group. While loyalty can be achieved out of ambition, it is often enacted out of selfless love. Loyalty is a virtue that is vital to life's most fundamental relationships, from the professional, to the familial, to the intimate. In this episode, we will explore the life of a man from the pages of literature, whose loyalty to his m...

Dissent is the outward expression of ideas and opinions contrary to those held by those in power. A dissenter is one who refuses to sit idly by while those in authority take actions they deem to be contrary to the wellbeing of themselves and the people they love. In this episode, we will tell the story of a man who stood against an authoritarian juggernaut and whose actions played a pivotal role i...

Brotherhood is defined by a group of men living through a shared experience that requires everyone to give their best. Though brotherhood can happen in everyday circumstances, it is a virtue often  associated with times of war or conflict.  When men enter such times, they are transformed from individuals into brothers. One example of such a group is the tale of the Forty-Seven Ronin, a group of br...

Underdogs - Part 2 Welcome to a special bonus episode of Season 3, where we collaborate with our good friends at A Brother’s Creed for some more conversation and commentary. This time we look into the theme of underdogs, and each share an inspiring story about overcoming the greatest of odds. In Part 2, Scott and Jared share the underdog stories of Rudy Ruettiger and the Zulu Kingdom's triumph in...

Underdogs - Part 1 Welcome to a special bonus episode of Season 3, where we collaborate with our good friends at A Brother’s Creed for some more conversation and commentary. This time we look into the theme of underdogs, and each share an inspiring story about overcoming the greatest of odds. In Part 1, Jamie and Ethan share the underdog stories of Leicester City F.C. and Finland's Winter War. Hos...

Get to know the creators of Virtuous Men and get an inside look at the making of Season Three. The season finale takes an inside look at Season Three were we'll discuss the making of each episode, details on our conversations with the experts we interviewed, and we'll share each of our unique processes when making an episode of the podcast. Hosted by Jamie Adams and Scott Einig.

Over the years, Equality has come to be defined and redefined to fit the current age. To many, it is defined by financial, social and political opportunity. But the true greatness of this virtue is that it is not concerned with the quality of a man’s abilities, social standing, race, wealth or appearance. Rather, it looks at the quality of his character to see if he is worthy of responsibility, po...

Sacrifice is the denial of oneself for the benefit of another. When we think of sacrifice, we often think of those who bravely give their lives in service of their country - a soldier who gives their life to save the lives of his brothers in arms. But rarely do we see sacrifice offered towards complete strangers. One such man is David Eubank. For over 20 years, David, his family, and their fellow-...

While goodness can be manifest in many different ways, it is a virtue that is best seen as a lifestyle cultivated by doing deeds that benefit others. Whether small or enormous, goodness is always aware of what the situation requires and understands that its greatest purpose is to be available. One such example of goodness is John Coffey, one of the primary characters from Stephen King’s 1996 seria...

Ambition is defined as having a goal and making whatever sacrifices are necessary to achieve it. A person who seeks such lofty goals in life is called “ambitious.” To such people, mediocrity is the greatest threat. One of art history’s most towering examples of ambition is Michelangelo. In this episode we will explore not only how nearly every piece of art he created is defined by ambition, but ho...

In Season 3 we'll take a look back at the violent days of one of America's greatest lawmen, we’ll explore the life of a man who changed the course of art history, we’ll share our own version of one of America's most beloved film dramas, we’ll experience the danger, loss, and hope found in some of the world’s most brutal conflict zones, and we'll journey through one of the most famous myths in all...