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GreatMan Podcast

Manhood is not merely a product of biology, but rather the result of maturing, learning, and experience. While being born male is a matter of genetics, becoming a man is a matter of choice. The GreatMan Podcast is here to equip men to make that choice by uniquely combining three diverse perspectives, blending academic insight with practical guidance to help men build greatness in every area of life. Unlike most podcasts, we tackle a single topic over two weeks: the first episode–“The

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00:13:56

The Destiny GPS

GreatMan Podcast ·

2021/05/25

Everyone you know is fighting a great battle. Stephen shares the story of one of the great battles of his own life: moving from Berlin to West Des Moines, Iowa, as a teenager in the 1970s. One thing got him through: a vision for rising up and conquering the moment. What battle do you face today? What does your day of victory look like? What’s your battle plan?

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00:24:01

Teaching Boys

GreatMan Podcast ·

2021/05/18

To paraphrase the sociologist Camille Paglia, a woman simply is, but a man must become. Masculinity is risky and elusive. It must be called out by other men. In this episode, Stephen unpacks the “why” behind his belief in the need for quality boys’ schools. We need more resources for a better understanding of boys and what they require in terms of education, mentorship, and growth.

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00:22:11

Clothes Reveal the Man

GreatMan Podcast ·

2021/05/11

Clothes don’t make the man, but they can reveal the man. Stephen shares a recent experience attending a reception for a former state governor. While the women were wisely and appropriately dressed, many of the men were dressed like five-year-olds with white tennis shoes, jeans, and untucked plaid short-sleeved shirts. While this outfit might be fine for a backyard barbecue with your buddies, it doesn’t communicate the honor and respect such an event demands. Clothes communicate. Know how to dress

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00:19:04

Courage and Questions

GreatMan Podcast ·

2021/05/04

We tend to live in a bubble that is free from critical input. This is dangerous. We ought to have constant, loving, constructive feedback in a culture of noble men. In this episode, Stephen teaches how to ask the tough questions that will help you see yourself as you are. Prepare yourself to ask bold questions this summer, and may you be a greater man for it.

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00:27:32

Book Review: Jesus and John Wayne

GreatMan Podcast ·

2021/04/27

Jesus and John Wayne is a book by Kristin Kobes Du Mez that Stephen disagrees with. But he wants you to read it. Tune into this podcast to find out what Professor Du Mez gets right about the modern Christian men’s movement… and what she gets completely wrong. In this episode, Stephen critiques both the book’s invalid assumptions and straw man arguments while also validating and appreciating some of the questions and challenges the author poses to those of us pursuing noble manhood. Get a copy, read

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00:20:20

Doing a Daily Blast

GreatMan Podcast ·

2021/04/20

There is stunning scientific and anecdotal evidence that men experience a dramatic change in their souls and bodies when regularly engaging in an activity that is hard, challenging, or a little bit dangerous. Most of you listening to this podcast live relatively luxurious, Western lives. When you are constantly enveloped in luxury, you become dull, shaped by domesticity. Yet men are made to conquer. In this episode, Stephen teaches you how to challenge yourself for at least a few minutes a day to

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00:12:42

The Importance of the “Other”

GreatMan Podcast ·

2021/04/13

Growing up, boys need men other than their fathers to speak into their lives. As a teenager raised on military bases, Stephen was on the receiving end of this relationship often. Officers and other men on base would help guide and support Stephen and other soldiers’ sons. Men, in the same way that your band of brothers has eyes on you, it’s important that you ensure men of integrity have eyes on your sons, too. We need the “other.”

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00:16:06

The Bighearted Man

GreatMan Podcast ·

2021/04/06

"Basically, we found that the persistence of a person's brain in holding on to a negative stimulus is what predicts more negative and less positive daily emotional experiences,” report psychologists at the University of Miami in a recent study. “That in turn predicts how well they think they're doing in their life." A GreatMan has a transcendent attitude toward life. He rises above the small things that happen. A bighearted manly soul – the happy warrior we’re all called to be – gets on top of the

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00:23:58

From The Archive: Five Truths for Young Men

GreatMan Podcast ·

2021/03/30

Stephen was recently asked, “What are the five essential things a young man under 20 should know?” As we head into the summer, 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 and direction of a young male. This episode originally aired November 26, 2019. This week, Stephen is on

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00:14:06

The Principled Use of Power

GreatMan Podcast ·

2021/03/23

The average man can dominate the average woman. If men are not taught the principled use of power, they will become barbarians: murderers, rapists, and marauders. Gentleman, we must teach our sons how to wield power. We must teach them to stand guard and to protect women. Let’s make teaching about the principled use of power a cornerstone of what we do. Otherwise, we unleash a generation of barbarians in our society.

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00:11:52

Getting Right With Our Fathers

GreatMan Podcast ·

2021/03/16

Whatever kind of man your father was (or wasn’t), it’s important that you are rightly aligned with him. In fact, it’s one of the great arts of noble manhood. Seek out help from God and other men as you do this. To get started, Stephen strongly encourages watching this performance of the song “Fall on Me” by Andrea Bocelli with his son Matteo. Get in a quiet place, and let this song bring up your relationship with your father. Write down what you felt. Discuss it with your band of brothers. If your

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00:18:42

The Liturgies of Manhood

GreatMan Podcast ·

2021/03/09

Stephen shares his passion for the honor, rituals, and bonds between men. From the haka dance of the Maori people to Viking burials to the Jewish saying of “running Masada,” tune in for a discussion of rituals across cultures and generations. How are you building rituals with your band of brothers? How are you welcoming men into manhood? Start thinking in terms of liturgies and symbolism. Weave this powerful force into your life.

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00:22:30

The Power of Humility

GreatMan Podcast ·

2021/03/02

There’s hardly any characteristic more admirable or powerful in the life of a man than humility. It’s not weakness. Humility is the self-awareness that you are a flawed and incomplete human being. It causes you to recognize what you don’t have and what others have that you need. Humility allows you to approach life with an openness, and openness produces growth. Listen to this podcast, embrace humility, and embrace the truth about yourself.

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00:17:49

A Chat With Beverly Mansfield

GreatMan Podcast ·

2021/02/23

Stephen sits down with his wife, Beverly Mansfield, to get a female perspective on the current state of manhood and what we’re doing here at GreatMan. Bev discusses the “higher truths” of a GreatMan, the actions of a GreatMan, and her own advice for listeners. Don’t miss this episode! Let’s allow the wisdom of women into our lives as we seek to become GreatMen.

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00:18:40

Manly Fasting

GreatMan Podcast ·

2021/02/16

Fasting has always been a part of manhood. In the Middle Ages, knights fasted before they were commissioned or went into battle. In some cultures, men fasted before marriage. Fasting is a manly art to purify the body and soul. A man ought to be able to fast everything, outside of relationships, at some point in his life. The ability to fast something is how you know that thing hasn’t worked itself into your soul. Check yourself. Ensure that nothing rules or dominates you. Take charge, and learn this

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00:18:28

The Courage to Confront

GreatMan Podcast ·

2021/02/09

A GreatMan is quick, skilled, gentle, and wise about confronting people. He is also willing to be confronted. The GreatMan understands he alone is responsible for surveying his field and addressing that which needs correction. Some of the biggest disasters in businesses, families, and relationships occur when a man sees a problem and fails to confront it. Don’t let a fear of confrontation invite the destructive forces of non-confrontation. Do the pruning. Be vigilant in the upkeep.

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00:19:27

When A Brother Dies

GreatMan Podcast ·

2021/02/02

It’s said that “water is thicker than blood.” So, what should happen when a member of your band of brothers dies? First, a band of brothers should encourage one another to grieve. As you grieve, turn yourself to serving the bereaved family. (Reminder: urge your guys beforehand to have life insurance, burial insurance, and a will.) From small practical actions (mowing the yard) to engaging the sons, Stephen offers advice that can help men grieve properly, make an impact, and remain present.

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00:16:29

Knowing the Facts: A Manly Art

GreatMan Podcast ·

2021/01/26

It’s an art of the GreatMan that he processes what he hears and ponders whether it is a fact or not. When you hear something juicy about politics, ask yourself, “Could this be true? What’s the source? How do we know this?” You don’t need to be the constant, irritating village skeptic. But you do need to know the facts and help those around you arrive at a calm understanding of the facts. A man emanates calm, truth, and decided action. Master this manly art.

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00:13:33

Bodyweight Challenge

GreatMan Podcast ·

2021/01/19

Are you in the shape that YOU want to be in? Look at yourself in the mirror. Get real. Is this who you are? Stephen is concerned about the health of Western men, as well as the generation of men getting older. No doubt, COVID lockdowns have taken their toll on the health of many guys. This can be fixed. In this episode, Stephen challenges you to integrate body weight exercises into your daily routine. These exercises are highly effective, uncomplicated, and require nothing more than your own effort

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00:17:10

Men and the Insurrection

GreatMan Podcast ·

2021/01/12

On January 6, 2021, the U.S. Capitol was invaded. We saw what happens when men do not have noble values set before them. They beat a policeman to death with a fire extinguisher. They sought out politicians, thirsty for blood. Young men were given a cause, however misguided. In this episode, Stephen unpacks the historic event from a manly perspective. Give a man a righteous cause, or he will take up a false one.

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