Men in the Arena - Christian Men's Podcast
Jim Ramos
The Men in the Arena podcast equips Christian men in the stress bubble of life: married, with kids, building your career and trying to follow God while leading your family well. We'll help you become your best version, equipping you to honor God in your marriage, parenting, work, church and community!
Tuesday's podcast is Equipping Men in Ten - a ten-minute, laser-focused teaching from Jim Ramos to help you become your best version of a man.
Friday's podcast is a high-octane interview with an expert in the realm of masculinity and Christian manhood, with authors like John Eldredge, Gary Chapman, Gene Getz, Patrick Morley, and Emerson Eggerichs. Jim reads their books and boils down their teachings into a powerful interview to help you learn from their expertise.
Your host is bestselling author and speaker Jim Ramos. Jim has authored 9 books, including the bestseller 'Strong Men Dangerous Times: 5 Essentials Every Man Must Possess to Change His World', 'Tell Them: What Great Fathers Tell Their Sons and Daughters', 'The Field Guide: A Bathroom Book for Men', and the 5-book Strong Men Study Guide men's small group curriculum. Jim's high-energy storytelling and conviction will call you out, build you up, and motivate you to become the man you've always known you could be.
The Men in the Arena are calling you into the Arena of manhood. We're calling you out of the faceless, nameless bleachers, and calling you UP to be the best version of you. Because when a man gets it, everyone wins.
Tuesday's podcast is Equipping Men in Ten - a ten-minute, laser-focused teaching from Jim Ramos to help you become your best version of a man.
Friday's podcast is a high-octane interview with an expert in the realm of masculinity and Christian manhood, with authors like John Eldredge, Gary Chapman, Gene Getz, Patrick Morley, and Emerson Eggerichs. Jim reads their books and boils down their teachings into a powerful interview to help you learn from their expertise.
Your host is bestselling author and speaker Jim Ramos. Jim has authored 9 books, including the bestseller 'Strong Men Dangerous Times: 5 Essentials Every Man Must Possess to Change His World', 'Tell Them: What Great Fathers Tell Their Sons and Daughters', 'The Field Guide: A Bathroom Book for Men', and the 5-book Strong Men Study Guide men's small group curriculum. Jim's high-energy storytelling and conviction will call you out, build you up, and motivate you to become the man you've always known you could be.
The Men in the Arena are calling you into the Arena of manhood. We're calling you out of the faceless, nameless bleachers, and calling you UP to be the best version of you. Because when a man gets it, everyone wins.
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Aug 22, 2022 • 36min
REBOOT: Men in the Arena Top 10 Podcasts on Pursuing God Passionately EP 571
A countdown of the most impactful conversations about radical surrender, trusting God, and pursuing manhood with purpose. Highlights include transformative mission stories, wrestling with worship and church wounds, dramatic life-change testimonies, mentoring fatherless boys, and practical programs for spiritual growth and teams.
Aug 16, 2022 • 1h 16min
REBOOT: Living a Life That is Beyond Average w/ Robert Owen EP 570
Most men live an average or below-average life. What does it take to live above average? You will love this episode with Robert Owen! Robert Hamilton Owens is a man of many hats. He's been and done a lot – mountain climbing, radio and TV personality, keynote speaker, minister, Ironman, philanthropist, triathlete, Special Ops Pararescue man, and father of five – to name a few. But of all the pursuits he's undertaken, there's one title that best describes this literal force of nature: Robert is The Fittest and Mentally Toughest 66-Year-Old in the World. Period. Robert was born and raised in Orange County, California without ever having met his parents. Adopted by a California judge, Robert was raised as a special-needs child who was unable to play kickball with his classmate due to the corrective shoes he was required to wear through sixth grade. Boots on the Ground: What are your 3 take-aways from this podcast? What are you going to do with it? Get Your Copy Now! of Tell Them, What Great Fathers Tell Their Sons and Daughters www.meninthearena.org Men in the Arena Books and Swag Support the Podcast
Aug 15, 2022 • 44min
REBOOT: Men in the Arena Top 10 Podcasts on Fighting Apathy EP 569
Jim lists his Top 10 Podcasts in Each of the Five Essentials of Manhood Fighting Apathy Book 10. Kenny Luck (EP 164) Dangerous Good 9. Paul Cole (Ep 338) Just a Bartender 8. Stephen Mansfield (Ep 130) God and Guinness 7. Elmo Winters (Ep 374) Overcoming Racism 6. Clarence Shuler (Ep 435) Keeping your wife 5. Paul Friesen (Ep 297) Lovin' Your Wife Like Christ When You Ain't No Jesus. 4. Todd Wilson (Ep 380) Family Man Ministry 3. Paul Coughlin (Ep 316) No More Christian Nice Guy 2. Brad Huddleston (Ep 453) Digital Cocaine 1. Allen Schwartz (Ep 281) Leadville 100 Join Our Program. www.meninthearena.org Men in the Arena Books and Swag Support the Podcast
Aug 11, 2022 • 60min
REBOOT: Imperfect Parenting, and How to Be Good at It w/ Dave Wilson EP 568
Dave Wilson joined us to talk through his biggest mistakes as a dad: TOP FIVE PARENTING MISTAKES Mistake #1: I left my soul at the office Mistake #2: I was nicer to the mailman than to my kids Mistake #3: I forgot the Bullseye Mistake #4: I neglected my marriage Mistake #5: I didn't hug enough He also walked us through what fatherhood looks like in its different seasons: The Four Stages of Parenting: 1. Discipline stage (ages one to five) 2. Training stage (ages five to twelve) 3. Coaching stage (ages twelve to eighteen) 4. Friendship stage (ages eighteen plus) For the past twenty-five years, Dave Wilson and his wife Ann have been featured speakers at Family Life's Weekend to Remember®, and have also hosted their own marriage conferences across the country. Dave and Ann host a radio show for Family Life with featured guests on marriage/relationships/money and parenting. Dave has served as the Detroit Lions Chaplain for thirty-three years. They have three grown sons, three daughters-in-law, and four grandchildren. Dave and his wife co-authored the book, No Perfect Parents: Ditch Expectations, Embrace Reality which is our topic for today's discussion. https://www.familylife.com/podcast/familylife-today/ Boots on the Ground: Listen to Family Life Today. Join Our Program. www.meninthearena.org Men in the Arena Books and Swag Support the Podcast https://youtu.be/eaJPlmp6XA0
Aug 8, 2022 • 38min
REBOOT: Men in the Arena Top 10 Podcasts on Protecting Integrity EP 567
Jim lists his Top Ten Podcasts in Each of the Five Essentials of Manhood Protecting integrity - The Trailhead 10. Sam Black (Ep 334) Covenant Eyes 9. Joe Martin (EP 261) Real Men Connect 8. Matt Loehr (EP 263) Whose Got your back 7. Bill Hendricks (EP 352) Men of Influence 6. Rod Handley (EP 394, 396) Character that Counts 5. Tom Wilson (EP 411) Five Essential to Engage 4. Bill Perkins (EP 88, 227) 6 Rules, Battles, Jesus Story 3. Rick Johnson (EP 301) Power of a Man 2. Earl Wilson (Ep 126) Restoring the Fallen 1. John Eldredge (EP 94) Wild at Heart www.meninthearena.org Men in the Arena Books and Swag Support the Podcast
Aug 4, 2022 • 1h 9min
REBOOT: Winning the Digital Cocaine Battle and Navigating Through It With Your Family EP 566
Brad Huddleston joined us with some alarming statistics regarding screentime and our kids' use of technology, what it does to their brains, and what to do about it. Brad Huddleston is an internationally respected speaker, consultant, teacher and author on the important issues such as technology and culture. He has worked with universities, schools, churches and law enforcement, and spoken to hundreds of thousands around the world on both the advantages of well-used technology tools and the dangers of the growing trend toward technology addiction. Brad has an on-going collaboration with the Bureau of Market Research (BMR) and its Neuroscience Division at the University of South Africa. Brad has a degree in Computer Science and a Diploma of Biblical Studies and is a credentialed minister in the Acts 2 Alliance (A2A) movement in Australia. He's also a frequent guest on radio and television and author of Digital Cocaine: A Journey Toward iBalance and The Dark Side of Technology: Restoring Balance in the Digital Age. Brad and his wife, Beth, live in the beautiful Shenandoah Valley in Virginia (USA). https://bradhuddleston.com/ Join Our Program. www.meninthearena.org Men in the Arena Books and Swag Support the Podcast
Aug 1, 2022 • 11min
REBOOT: What is the Apex of Manhood? EP 565 w/ Jim Ramos
If there is a creator and He created you, don't you think he has a plan for your life? And in order for you to know what that plan is shouldn't you pursue the one who made you? What are some ways you pursue God? Join Our Program. www.meninthearena.org Men in the Arena Books and Swag Support the Podcast
Jul 28, 2022 • 1h 3min
REBOOT: Keeping Your Wife Your Best Friend w/ Clarence Shuler EP 564
In one of Jim's favorite marriage episodes, Clarence Shuler joined us to teach you how to make your wife your best friend. Dr. Clarence Shuler was filmed as a marriage expert for one session of Oprah's "Love Goals" reality show in 2020. He & his wife Brenda are members of FamilyLife's Weekend to Remember Marriage Getaway Speaker Team. He serves on the Fatherhood CoMission Board. Clarence partners with Gary Chapman and speaks at The Five Love Languages and Date Night events. He has authored 10 books including our book for today, Making your Wife your Best Friend. "Conflict is not about winning. It's about understanding." "If couples prays together, they have a 1 in 10000 chance of divorcing." "How I treat the gift (my wife) is a reflection of my worship for God." Boots on the Ground Ask yourself this question, and your wife. Are you a pleasure to be married to? Get Your Copy Now! of Tell Them, What Great Fathers Tell Their Sons and Daughters www.meninthearena.org Men in the Arena Books and Swag Support the Podcast Youtube Version
Jul 25, 2022 • 29min
How to Help a Buddy in Crisis: Learning to Shut Up w/ Joe Bradley EP 563
This summer our Equipping in Ten episodes are interviews with some of our Men in the Arena National Team Captains. We have asked them to write a blog to go with their interview as well. Joe Bradley and his wife, Debbie, have been married for twenty-six years, have two grown children, and are now living life somewhere beyond the 'stress bubble' years and those of retirement. A Colorado native, he is an avid outdoorsman, finding himself closest to God when the only roof overhead is an aspen canopy or the milky way. A police officer for nearly thirty years, Joe hopes to spend whatever time remains empty nesting with his beloved wife, hunting with close friends, fly fishing, and pouring into the life and faith of others. Get Your Copy Now! of Tell Them, What Great Fathers Tell Their Sons and Daughters www.meninthearena.org Men in the Arena Books and Swag Support the Podcast https://youtu.be/jkF0gQxEtro
Jul 21, 2022 • 1h 4min
REBOOT: Unleash Your Best in Life and Work w/ Eric Boles EP EP 562
Former NFL Wide Receiver Eric Boles joined us to help you identify roadblocks at work and home and how to get past them. Eric Boles is the CEO and Founder of The Game Changers, Inc., a noted global expert in talent development and peak performance. Eric greatest impact and focus is on people. His perspectives on managing and leading change, transforming culture and overcoming complacency are laced with practical tools and principles that can be applied to a man's personal life. Eric learned many of his principles of peak performance, team dynamics and leadership from his experience as a Wide Receiver with the National Football League. Eric is the author of a book entitled "Moving to Great...Unleashing Your Best in Life and Work." Which is our focus of today's episode. Boots on the Ground Write down each of the questions in the 4 quarters and answer them honestly and Ask your wife if you were honest Who Am I? How Did I get Here? Where Am I Going? How Do I Get There? Thegamechangersinc.com Ericboles.com This Episode on Youtube Get Your Copy Now! of Tell Them, What Great Fathers Tell Their Sons and Daughters www.meninthearena.org Men in the Arena Books and Swag Support the Podcast
