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The Powerful Man Show

Tim Matthews & Doug Holt

The Powerful Man is a show for married businessmen looking to improve their relationships, their health, their businesses, and themselves. Your hosts, Doug Holt and Tim Matthews have decades of experience helping married businessmen step into their power, live up to their potential, and live a life they love. The Powerful Man Show tackles conversations and topics designed to help men become better fathers, lovers, husbands, and leaders in their communities. If this sounds like you, we encourage you

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26:30

The Masculine Dilemma: Abdication of Power in...

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2026/01/15

Episode #1084 Ever feel like you've lost your edge at home or like you're walking on eggshells, waiting for your wife to tell you you're doing it right? In this episode, Doug and Chris dig into one of the most common (but rarely talked about) patterns they see in men: the quiet, often unconscious habit of giving up power in relationships. They unpack how this shows up in everyday life from needing permission to make decisions, to becoming another "child" in the household dynamic. Doug shares

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41:03

Navigating Long-Term Relationships: Beyond Expectations

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2026/01/13

Episode #1083 In this episode, Doug sits down with Andrew to unpack one of the biggest challenges men face in long-term relationships: staying consistent not just for a few weeks, but for the long haul. They get real about why short-term effort isn't enough, why so many guys slip when things start improving, and how old patterns (especially the ones from childhood) keep showing up in marriage. Doug shares a powerful story about a man trying to turn things around after years of being emotionally

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17:08

Revisit: Saving Your Marriage: Strategies for...

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2026/01/10

Episode #1082 In this revisit episode, Doug answers real questions from men trying to figure out how to reconnect with their wives without coming across as needy or making things worse. If you're feeling stuck in a cycle of distance, scheduled sex, or surface-level conversations, this one is for you. He shares actionable tips on how to shift out of the roommate dynamic and start dating your wife again, even if things feel cold or awkward right now. You'll learn why emotional safety matters more than

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25:22

Letting Go of Expectations: The Key to Relationship...

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2026/01/08

Episode #1081 A lot of guys are stuck in the same loop. You work hard, you provide, and you think you're doing everything right. But deep down, there's frustration. Maybe she's pulling away. Maybe you're walking on eggshells. Or maybe you're just not getting the connection, intimacy, or appreciation you thought you would. This episode is about why that happens and how expectations are often the silent killer behind it. Doug and coach Neil break down the difference between expectations and

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38:59

Coaching for Success: Why Every Man Needs Guidance

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2026/01/06

Episode #1080 Ever feel like you've checked all the boxes career, marriage, kids, success on paper but still wake up wondering, "Is this it?" In this episode, Doug sits down with master coach Neil to talk about why so many high-performing men hit a wall, and what to actually do when you feel stuck, numb, or just off track. They dive into what it really means to look in the mirror and not recognize the man staring back. You'll hear real talk about blind spots, why reading books and listening to

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15:19

The Trust Equation: Honesty, Consistency, and...

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2026/01/03

Episode #1079 If your relationship is on the rocks, it's tempting to go big. A new car, a luxury trip, maybe even building the dream home. But here's the hard truth trust can't be bought. In this episode, Tim and Bruce break down why trying to buy your way out of broken trust never works, and what actually does. They get into the real building blocks of trust: honesty, consistency, and accountability. This isn't about doing grand gestures. It's about showing up every day the way you said you would

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16:58

Living Your Legacy: Impacting Now, Not Later

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2026/01/01

Episode #1078 Most men think of legacy as something they'll leave behind. But what if your legacy isn't about the future? What if it's about how you're showing up today? In this episode, Tim and Bruce dive into the real meaning of legacy. It's not about money, titles, or what people say when you're gone. It's about the emotional footprint you leave on the people closest to you, right now. They walk through three simple but powerful questions every man should ask himself. These are the kinds of

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25:42

Unmasking Self-Sabotage: Navigating Chaos and Recovery

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2025/12/30

Episode #1077 Ever find yourself messing things up just when they're starting to go well? You're not alone. A lot of high-performing men struggle with self sabotage, especially when life starts to feel steady. In this episode, Tim and Bruce dig into the reasons behind it, whether it's a deep-rooted self worth issue, a nervous system that craves chaos, or an old identity that just doesn't fit anymore. They explore how some men unconsciously create problems just to feel a sense of purpose or

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30:17

Finding Balance: Bringing Work Values into the Home

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2025/12/27

Episode #1076 You know your core values at work. You've built a team culture, held people accountable, and led with purpose. But at home? Things feel off. Maybe you're clear and confident at work but second-guess yourself with your family. You say your family comes first, but your calendar tells a different story. In this episode, Tim and Bruce talk about a pattern they've seen in successful men: strong leadership at work, but little direction at home. They unpack why many guys never define values

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29:17

Identity Crisis: Discovering Purpose After Business...

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2025/12/25

Episode #1075 You'd think selling your business for millions would be the happiest moment of your life. But for many men, it brings something they didn't expect: confusion, disconnection, and a deep sense of loss. In this episode, Tim sits down with Bruce to talk about what really happens after the big win. They share real stories from men who've reached the top only to realize the scoreboard at home looks very different from the one at work. We dig into identity, purpose, the emotional cost of

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36:38

The Journey of Authenticity: Breaking Free from Toxic...

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2025/12/23

Episode #1074 What happens when success on paper doesn't match how you feel inside? In this episode, Bruce shares the quiet crisis he faced in his 40s, one that wasn't loud or obvious, but deeply personal. He opens up about the years he spent hiding behind work, accomplishments, and a polished image, while quietly carrying a weight he didn't know how to name. Through honest conversation, Bruce and Tim unpack what shame really is, how it can quietly shape your life, and why so many men struggle to

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43:45

Revisit: Activate Your Life: Transformative...

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2025/12/20

Episode #1073 In this revisit episode, Gary and Heather return to share what it really looks like when a relationship is built on personal growth, shared responsibility, and honest partnership. If you're tired of going through the motions, feeling stuck in your marriage, or wondering if it's too late to turn things around, this one is worth your time. Heather speaks candidly about what makes a man attractive to her. Not in theory, but in real life. Spoiler alert, it's not flowers or fancy vacations

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44:17

Revisit: The Naked Truth: Deepening Intimacy Through...

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2025/12/18

Episode #1072 In this powerful revisit episode, we sit down with Gary and Heather, a couple deeply rooted in the TPM community, to talk about something most men avoid: emotional honesty. We're digging into what it really takes to build deep intimacy and trust in a relationship, not through grand gestures but through the simple, consistent act of showing up honestly. Gary shares how owning his needs and communicating them without shame became a turning point in his relationship. Heather opens up

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17:40

Navigating Comparisons in Marriage: Finding...

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2025/12/16

Episode #1071 If you've ever wondered whether your wife is comparing you to other men, coworkers, friends' husbands, or even her dad, you're not crazy. She probably is. And while it's uncomfortable to think about, it doesn't mean she's a bad partner. It usually means she's hurting, disconnected, or missing something that used to be there. In this episode, Doug and Erin break down exactly why these comparisons happen, what they actually mean, and how to shift the dynamic without playing the blame

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35:04

A Woman's Perspective: Bridging Disconnection in...

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2025/12/13

Episode #1070 If your marriage feels more like a business arrangement than a real partnership, you're not imagining it and you're definitely not alone. In this episode, Doug sits down with his wife Erin to unpack what disconnection looks and feels like from a woman's perspective. They get real about how so many couples slowly drift apart, even when everything looks fine on the outside. Erin shares what's happening under the surface when a woman pulls away, why she might seem cold, distant, or buried

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39:01

Revisit: A Balanced Approach to Health: Fitness,...

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2025/12/11

Episode #1069 In this revisit episode, Doug sits down with former gym owner and coach David Sherban to talk about what actually works when it comes to building a healthy lifestyle, especially for busy business owners and dads who've let fitness slide. This isn't about hacks or crash diets. It's about taking small, doable steps that actually stick. David shares how to make health and fitness a part of your life without giving up the things you enjoy. They cover simple strategies for building

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28:06

Trust, Betrayal, and Rebuilding: Navigating...

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2025/12/09

Episode #1068 If you've been cheated on or you're the one who broke the trust, this episode breaks down what to actually do next. Doug and Chris get real about what betrayal looks like inside a marriage, the shame that often comes with it, and how most men either shut down or avoid dealing with it head-on. They talk through how to stop sweeping things under the rug, the exact first steps to take when trust has been broken, and why just moving on doesn't work. You'll hear about the Clean Slate

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23:58

Avoiding the Divorce Trap: Insights and Strategies...

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2025/12/06

Episode #1067 Divorce doesn't usually come out of nowhere. Most guys just don't see the signs until it's too late. In this episode, Doug and Chris talk honestly about what really leads to divorce and why so many men are blindsided by it, especially after the holidays. There's a reason January is known as "divorce season." While you're focused on work or coasting through the holidays, your wife may already be checking out or meeting with a lawyer. This conversation unpacks how good men end up in bad

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39:11

The Art of Being You: How Authenticity Leads to Success

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2025/12/04

Episode #1066 Ever feel like you're switching hats all day? One minute you're the leader at work, the next you're the dad, then the husband, then the problem-solver. And somewhere in all that, you start to lose track of who you really are. In this episode, Doug and Chris talk about something most men never admit: how trying to show up differently in every area of life is draining you. Not just physically, but emotionally too. And the worst part? Most of us think we're doing it for the people we

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30:38

Revisit: Breaking Patterns: Real Talk on Trauma and...

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2025/12/02

Episode #1065 If you've ever felt like you're repeating the same arguments, blowing up or shutting down in your relationship, or avoiding the real conversations that need to happen, this episode will hit home. Doug and Coach Chris talk honestly about how trauma from your past shapes how you show up today. Not in a therapy-session kind of way, but in the real-life stuff—how you react when you're triggered, how you protect yourself, and how easy it is to blame everything on your wife or your

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