GreatMan Podcast

Ponder today’s episode at a quiet moment. As the coronavirus reaches the apex of the curve, soon we will be surrounded by death. Stephen encourages you to ponder your own death so that you might live your life now with even greater purpose and meaning. As Ecclesiastes says, death is the destiny of all men, and the living should take it to heart. Memento mori, remember that you must die. See Privac...

“I’m finding that the women in my life resent or fear the things that I’m doing to get the masculine nurturing I need in my life.” In an age of toxic masculinity, in an age of the “Me Too” movement, this is a statement Stephen’s heard from a lot of guys. The concern is often brought by women who have a negative perception of masculinity. Men, you have to narrate to those around you the reason for...

As I record this podcast, we’re in the middle of the coronavirus crisis. I’m thinking about you, pondering what your life must be like, and I want to talk to you straight. Guys, you need a manly battle plan for this season. Here are ten things to do now. Get in the control room. Get some exercise. Keep tabs on the culture of your home. Use a schedule –– even though you’re at home. Narrate the worl...

This crisis will probably get worse before it gets better. However, it too will pass. In the meantime, the people in your life are going to need you. They are going to need you calm, operating from that control room we’ve talked about building in your life. As we face the coronavirus and economic uncertainty, don’t get knocked off balance. Be calm, visionary, fun, creative, and hard working. Simpl...

Relief is short-term. It’s the glass of wine at the end of the day, the massage, the TV show. Relief is the short-term lifting of weariness or pain. Relief is not restoration. In this episode, Stephen shares the struggles of two friends who are using relief when they should be using restoration. Learn from their ways and then evaluate your own behaviors. Are you seeking relief or restoration? Let’...

Let’s have a heart-to-heart about this coronavirus season. Guys, these are times in which we can really shape lives. As men, we have the ability to set the tone for how those within our sphere approach trying times. We need to be calm, comforting, and trusting of God. Tough times may be coming. How will you set the tone and lead those around you? Listen to this episode for guidance. See Privacy Po...

If the thought of saying, “I love you,” to another man makes you cringe, this episode is for you. You’re not alone. The simple act of expressing noble, brotherly love to another man feels nearly impossible for a lot of guys. Many of us never saw masculine affection growing up. We were never told, “I love you,” by a father or brother. It’s difficult and emotional. Or you may even think it’s feminin...

Where does your code of conduct come from? For Stephen, his code is built on faith and the people he admires, both today and from the past. What about you? Every man needs a code. How is your manly code being formed? Don’t miss this podcast and its challenge. We all have a value system. It’s up to you to know the “what” and “why” behind yours. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and Ca...

Stephen loves West Point and has had the honor of lecturing there. But a program recently held at the United States Military Academy disturbs him. Leaders at West Point approached the issues of toxic masculinity and gender from the completely wrong angle. In fact, they may have ended up damaging their cause. Is toxic masculinity real? Yes. Is masculinity a bad thing that should be stamped out? No....

Did you set some big goals for 2020? How are they going? In this episode, Stephen shares a technique he’s developed for self-improvement in virtually every arena, from fitness to money to relationships and more. It’s called the 1 Second Principle. Learn it and use it to grow, improve, and extend your reach in every facet of life. Through the 1 Second Principle, you can be BEST: Better Every Single...

Part of restoring noble manhood is that you stand guard over everything in your field. Your role as a man is to help everything within your reach rise to fulfilling its destiny. In this episode, Stephen lays out the specific steps involved in the process. From observation to implementation, this is your battle plan, men. Every step here is actionable, and you can start today. No excuses… let’s go!...

If you advocate for men, does that mean you’re against women? Of course not! The GreatMan movement champions women. It celebrates them and wants to see them successful in every possible way. Every woman in your sphere should be thrilled if you are fully invested in developing yourself and others through a noble man movement. Not only does this action make you better, it makes the world a safer and...

You are likely to be surprised at how long you’re going to live. Many men living today may find themselves living into their 90s or even beyond 100. If you have been thinking about retiring at 65 and resting easy, think again. You may have many more decades of health and productive years. In this episode, Stephen will help you think about how to plan for a long, rewarding, healthy life. From multi...

The GreatMan movement is going to Latin America in 2020! Don’t miss this episode, in which Stephen follows up on his recent trip to Peru with some exciting news. Mansfield’s Book of Manly Men will be published in Spanish in March 2020 (pre-order here). Additionally, Stephen will travel to Peru, Paraguay, Mexico, and other countries throughout Latin America to host GreatMan events. But we need your...

Cowardice can make us weak, unreliable, and even dangerous. You know it when you see it, and you know it when you feel it. In this episode, you’ll learn how to identify the source of cowardice in your own life. Plus, you’ll learn tactics for eliminating cowardice so that you can become the great man you’re meant to be. This episode originally aired on August 21, 2018. See Privacy Policy at https:/...

Maybe you’ve seen another guy make a stupid decision? If so, the error may not have been in the actual decision so much as the process he took to get there. Fact is, a lot of men shrink from decision. They avoid the process. They shove it in a drawer, hoping someone else will show up and make it for them. Of course, this isn’t the way YOU want to live your life. In this episode: four steps to manl...

Men sometimes have a way of pulling back during the holidays. The gifts, cooking, and decorating may feel like domestic tasks in which women usually take the lead. Guys, you need to be fully engaged in the holiday season – for yourself, those you lead, and those around you. Listen to this episode for some quick encouragement and a challenge. May you be changed by the giving, loving, and celebratin...

A lot of guys are working hard to serve their wives, kids, jobs, causes, etc. But it’s been a long time since they’ve read a book, been in the wild, hung out with the guys, or explored an interest. They’re bored, uninspired, overweight, exhausted, and distracted. Men, you need to create some margin in your lives. It might mean getting up earlier or setting aside one evening a week. However you str...

Whether you’re looking to fill your own Christmas list or shop for the men in your life, do not miss this list of Stephen’s top 11 books for men. Mansfield’s Book of Manly Men by Stephen Mansfield, Building Your Band of Brothers by Stephen Mansfield (Kindle, Paperback) Wild at Heart by John Eldredge Healing the Masculine Soul: God’s Restoration of Men to Real Manhood ...

Stephen was recently asked, “What are the five essential things a young man under 20 should know?” As we head into the holiday season, with the generations mixing and free time to spare, think about how you can work these five concepts into the life of a young man (especially in the 12-14 age range). Stephen illustrates concepts like power, duty, and wildness in ways that can transform the life an...

Have you heard the story of the Pilgrim Thanksgiving, the one that has inspired the American holiday? Men, this story (originally aired on the Stephen Mansfield Podcast) can shape destines. Gather the family and enjoy this brief, exciting account of an episode from our nation’s history and from our heritage of faith. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at...

The GreatMan Podcast is typically “big picture.” Not today! Episode 110 is crucial for every man to hear. Stephen gets granular, talking through some of the nuts-and-bolts that should be a part of every man’s life. These are the things you absolutely must do – for yourself, your family, and those in your sphere of influence. Listen up. But most importantly, take action. See Privacy Policy at https...

Think of the supercharged world we live in: hyper, nervous, and loud. One of the great gifts a righteous man gives to his friends, family, and world is the power of Big Calm. A man has Big Calm when there is peace in his soul, even in the midst of crisis. He may not know exactly what to do. He may even know there’s a certain amount of danger. But he’s calm and settled. He ponders carefully and rad...

Why, in today’s men’s movement, is the attitude around alcohol akin to passing a bottle back-and-forth behind the high school gym? Guys, what’s with the centrality of alcohol? The obsession? In this episode, Stephen talks about his own relationship with alcohol – no, he’s not a teetotaler – as well as what he has observed in his travels. Men, remember, whatever is of ultimate concern in your life...

Men tend to think in terms of “moving on.” (Get past it, keep some distance, shut it down.) In some sense, “moving on” can be good. The mature man, however, moves on only after saying what needed to be said and doing what needed to be done. Though he can’t make everything right, the mature man brings all negative relationships to the best closure within his ability. Just as your phone’s battery is...