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Man Up!

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A show dedicated to helping men live out their call to authentic masculinity

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Holy Week 2024

March 25, 2024 18:32 - 28 minutes - 26.5 MB

As we enter into Holy Week, let us enter fully into the passion, death and resurrection of our Lord by participating in many of the beautiful prayers and customs the Church gives to us for these days.

Health and Fitness - Lance Farrell

March 18, 2024 23:21 - 28 minutes - 26.1 MB

Lance Farrell, the founder and CEO of Farrell's eXtreme Bodyshaping, is a 6th-degree black belt in Taekwondo with one mission: to inspire people to live with power and purpose. He joins me today as we kick off our series on health and fitness.

The Slight Edge

March 11, 2024 16:30 - 29 minutes - 26.6 MB

I just finished reading "The Slight Edge: Turning Simple Disciplines into Massive Success and Happiness" and it contains many principles that, when applied, would help us all to become better men.

Suffering: What Every Catholic Should Know - Mark Giszczak

February 26, 2024 18:54 - 28 minutes - 26 MB

Mark Giszczak is professor of Sacred Scripture at the Augustine Institute in Colorado. He joins me today to discuss the topic of his newest book, "Suffering: What Every Catholic Should Know".

Heroic Fatherhood Series Recap

February 19, 2024 19:42 - 28 minutes - 26.1 MB

We have come to the end of our Heroic Fatherhood series. Today I highlight the lessons learned from the interviews with the great guests we had on over the past several months.

Heroic Fatherhood - Mike Stopulos (2)

February 13, 2024 16:18 - 29 minutes - 26.6 MB

Part 2 of the interview with my father, Mike Stopulos, in our Heroic Fatherhood series. If you have listened to the show for any amount of time you know how blessed I feel to have not only an incredible father, but two amazing grandfathers as well.

Heroic Fatherhood - Mike Stopulos (1)

February 05, 2024 20:05 - 26 minutes - 24.2 MB

As we come towards the end of our Heroic Fatherhood series, I am excited to have on my own father, Mike Stopulos. If you have listened to the show for any amount of time you know how blessed I feel I have been to have not only an incredible father, but two amazing grandfathers as well. Over the next two episodes we will discuss why these men truly were heroic fathers.

Heroic Fatherhood - Dr. Ray Guarendi

January 22, 2024 16:00 - 28 minutes - 26.4 MB

Dr. Ray Guarendi is a Catholic father of 10 adopted children, a clinical psychologist, author, professional speaker, and national radio and television host. Among the many subjects he has written and talked about throughout his career, the importance of Christian fatherhood is top of the list.

Heroic Fatherhood - Devin Schadt

January 15, 2024 22:51 - 29 minutes - 26.9 MB

Devin Schadt is a husband, father, author and speaker who has spent more than 20 years preaching the importance of authentic Catholic fatherhood. His apostolate, The Fathers of St. Joseph, has been working for years to give men the tools they need to live out the calling of their vocation.

Heroic Fatherhood - Bear Woznik

January 08, 2024 16:55 - 28 minutes - 25.7 MB

Bear Woznick, joins the show again, this time for our Heroic Fatherhood series. Bear is a World Champion surfer, certified ninja black belt, host of EWTN's Deep Adventure radio program, and author of the new book "12 Rules for Manliness: Where Have All the Cowboys Gone?"

Heroic Fatherhood - Deacon Harold Burke-Sivers

December 19, 2023 21:20 - 27 minutes - 25.6 MB

Catholic father, speaker, and author of the book "Behold the Man: A Catholic Vision of Male Spirituality", Harold Burke-Sivers, joins me for our Heroic Fatherhood series.

Heroic Fatherhood - Fr. Larry Richards

December 04, 2023 16:43 - 29 minutes - 26.8 MB

Fr. Larry Richards, a mainstay in Catholic men's ministry for decades, and author of the book "Be a Man! Becoming the Man God Created You To Be” joins me in our Heroic Fatherhood series.

Heroic Fatherhood - Jon Leonetti

November 29, 2023 14:38 - 29 minutes - 26.8 MB

Speaker, author and fan of bad sports teams, Jon Leonetti joins me as we continue our Heroic Fatherhood series.

Heroic Fatherhood - Timothy Cardinal Dolan

November 21, 2023 16:38 - 29 minutes - 20.3 MB

His Eminence, Timothy Cardinal Dolan, joins me for our Heroic Fatherhood series, and shares the lived example he witnessed from his own father growing up in the Midwest.

Heroic Fatherhood - Dr. John Bishop (2)

November 17, 2023 15:00 - 29 minutes - 20.1 MB

This is our second episode of the Heroic Fatherhood series with Dr. John Bishop, who recently launched a new apostolate (Forge) that equips men with the tools they need to be great husbands and fathers. Learn more at www.myforge.org.

Heroic Fatherhood - Dr. John Bishop (1)

November 15, 2023 15:51 - 24 minutes - 16.7 MB

Today is the first episode in our "Heroic Fatherhood" series. We will spend the next few months exploring the subject of fatherhood, the need for heroic fathers today, and what makes a great father. Dr. John Bishop is the perfect man to start with, as he has just launched a new apostolate (Forge) that equips men with the tools they need to be great husbands and fathers. Learn more at www.myforge.org.

12 Rules For Manliness - Bear Woznick

October 31, 2023 15:16 - 28 minutes - 19.4 MB

Bear Woznick is a World Champion surfer, certified ninja black belt, and host of EWTN's Deep Adventure radio program, in his new book "12 Rules for Manliness: Where Have All the Cowboys Gone?" he sheds light on the problems facing men in society today, and lays out a plan to help men learn how to develop a proper personal creed, and then define themselves by the hardships they endure in pursuit of that mission.

300th Episode Reflections (Part 2)

October 23, 2023 20:28 - 28 minutes - 26.5 MB

With the 300th episode in the books, I wanted take a look back over the past 7 years and reflect on the genesis of the show, and some of the great guests who have joined us over the years.

300th Episode Reflections (Part 1)

October 16, 2023 16:28 - 25 minutes - 23.1 MB

With the 300th episode in the books, I wanted take a look back over the past 7 years and reflect on the genesis of the show, and some of the great guests who have joined us over the years.

Deacon Mark Campbell - Following God's Will

October 03, 2023 15:47 - 27 minutes - 25.4 MB

Deacon Mark Campbell's story to the deaconate is one we can all learn from. It was a series of many small steps that led to a life of service to the Church.

Paschal Triduum (Rebroadcast) - Fr. P.J. McManus

October 03, 2023 12:20 - 27 minutes - 24.8 MB

The Paschal Triduum is the holiest and shortest season in the liturgical calendar. Fr. P.J. McManus joins the show to discuss the Triduum and how we can best enter into these holy days leading up to Easter.

Prairie Fire Ministries - Graeson Dall

September 26, 2023 14:04 - 27 minutes - 25 MB

Prairie Fire Ministries is an active apostolate dedicated to uniting God's children with Him. They provide opportunities to encounter the living God through healing services, anointed preaching, intentional formation, and other life-giving programs.

Self-Care vs. Self-Love - Adam Storey

September 12, 2023 15:06 - 26 minutes - 24.5 MB

At the Lyceum Movement's recent "Festival of Ideas", they hosted an essay contest to explore the idea of "self-care" vs. "self-love". Adam Storey was one of the finalists and I thought it worthwhile to explore the topic further with him.

The Man You Ought To Be

August 21, 2023 19:40 - 26 minutes - 23.9 MB

Bishop Robert Barron delivered an incredible commencement address to the graduating seniors at Hillsdale College this past May. I thought his main points worthy of consideration to all of us regardless of where we are at in our lives.

Heroic Men - Dan Donaldson

August 15, 2023 14:40 - 27 minutes - 24.7 MB

Dan Donaldson is a leader at the Catholic Men's Leadership Alliance, whose goal is to help Catholic men in every diocese claim, or rediscover a relationship with Jesus Christ. They are doing incredible work in men's ministry and we should all be utilizing the tools and resources they have put together.

EOS Your Life - Jon Leonetti

August 07, 2023 20:06 - 27 minutes - 24.8 MB

The Entrepreneurial Operating System (EOS) was developed to help businesses maximize their potential. I believe the foundational principles of EOS can be used in our own life to become the men we want to be.

The Importance of Contemplative Prayer

July 24, 2023 17:34 - 29 minutes - 27 MB

No matter what stage we are at in life, finding time daily to sit quietly with the Lord should be a top priority. I came across two separate readings recently that spoke to this and wanted to share them.

Going on Adventure (2023)

July 18, 2023 13:31 - 27 minutes - 25 MB

Just back from our 2023 family trip and many of the topics we touch on regularly were on display: family, faith, friends, the great outdoors, and more.

Navigating Business & Faith for Young Catholics

June 19, 2023 17:20 - 26 minutes - 24.2 MB

I had the opportunity to speak at the Des Moines "Young Catholics Network" event last week. I thought the questions they prepared were very good, and worth taking an episode to explore in greater detail.

Biking for Babies - Jimmy Becker & Chris Massaro

June 05, 2023 20:04 - 26 minutes - 24.2 MB

"Woe to you if you do not succeed in defending life." - Pope John Paul II. These words inspired Jimmy Becker into action. The fruit of which is Biking for Babies, an organization whose goal is to spread the Gospel and defend life.

A Brave New World

May 31, 2023 13:26 - 26 minutes - 24.5 MB

I recently dove into a few of the most famous dystopian novels of the twentieth century. As many of their predictions have come to take root in society, I think there are some takeaways, and warnings, that we as Christian men can learn from these great authors.

Finding Joy In the Midst of Suffering - Don Cameron

May 15, 2023 18:20 - 26 minutes - 24.7 MB

Don Cameron's life in the Catholic faith has been a series of plateaus moving from one truth to the next in a journey to understand the individual beatitudes of the Catholic faith, and became an ardent student of Catholicism. Throughout that journey he has experienced setbacks, both physical and spiritual, but has kept his joy and sense of humor, even in the midst of life's greatest trials.

John Senior (Part 4) - Bishop James Conley

May 08, 2023 15:55 - 27 minutes - 25.3 MB

Bishop James Conley of Lincoln, NE joins me again to discuss his time with John Senior in the IHP and why the program was so effective at awakening wonder, and changing hearts and minds.

John Senior (Part 3) - Bishop James Conley

May 01, 2023 15:37 - 26 minutes - 24.2 MB

There are many stories of conversion through the work of John Senior and the Integrated Humanities Program. Bishop James Conley of Lincoln, NE is one of them. He joins me for two episodes to discuss his time in the IHP and why it was so effective at awakening wonder, and changing hearts and minds.

John Senior (Part 2) - Jon Wisnieski & Ryan Galloway

April 25, 2023 22:59 - 28 minutes - 26.1 MB

John Senior (1923-1999) was as a professor of the humanities and man passionate about helping people to rediscover realism. As a professor during the 1960s, Dr. Senior sought to help his students in their search for meaning through an education in the great books. Dr. Senior's scholarship has served to restore the poetic mode which has greatly influenced all of the Western World. He is the author of both The Death of Christian Culture and The Restoration of Christian Culture.

John Senior (Part 1) - Jon Wisnieski & Ryan Galloway

April 17, 2023 19:45 - 27 minutes - 25.1 MB

John Senior (1923-1999) was as a professor of the humanities and man passionate about helping people to rediscover realism. As a professor during the 1960s, Dr. Senior sought to help his students in their search for meaning through an education in the great books. Dr. Senior's scholarship has served to restore the poetic mode which has greatly influenced all of the Western World. He is the author of both The Death of Christian Culture and The Restoration of Christian Culture.

Reaching Your Potential (Part 2) - Jordan Montgomery

April 10, 2023 18:52 - 26 minutes - 24.5 MB

Jordan Montgomery is a performance coach and keynote speaker whose clients include business executives, sales organizations, and entrepreneurs. He is also a devoted Christian whose faith plays an important part of his story.

Reaching Your Potential (Part 1)- Jordan Montgomery

March 27, 2023 18:11 - 26 minutes - 23.9 MB

Jordan Montgomery is a performance coach and keynote speaker whose clients include business executives, sales organizations, and entrepreneurs. He is also a devoted Christian whose faith plays an important part of his story.

Eyewitness to Vatican II - Monsignor Larry Beeson

March 20, 2023 15:04 - 26 minutes - 24.3 MB

Vatican II is one of the most pivotal events to happen in the history of the Catholic Church. Our friend Monsignor Larry Beeson happened to have a front row seat at it, and joins me today to discuss his first hand account.

The Road to Purity - Dann Aungst

March 13, 2023 20:09 - 26 minutes - 24.4 MB

Dann Aungst is Certified Addiction Counselor, speaker, author, and a recovering sex addict. He is the founder of the "Road to Purity" program which is in a partnership with the Des Moines Diocese.

Dead Theologians Society - Eddie Cotter

March 06, 2023 19:45 - 27 minutes - 24.9 MB

Eddie Cotter is the founder of the Dead Theologians Society, a Catholic apostolate for high school-age teens and college-age young adults. I had the opportunity to speak at a DTS meeting last month and am excited about the work they are doing in the lives of young people across the country.

Eucharistic Revival - Bishop William Joensen

February 27, 2023 17:12 - 25 minutes - 23.7 MB

The USCCB has called for three years of a National Eucharistic Revival across the country. Bishop William Joensen joins me to discuss this movement, and what we are doing in Des Moines to help people connect more deeply with Jesus in the Eucharist.

Virtue of Temperance - Dr. Timothy Pawl

February 20, 2023 19:38 - 27 minutes - 25.5 MB

Dr. Timothy Pawl is a professor in the Department of Philosophy at the University of St. Thomas. He joins me today to discuss the cardinal virtue of temperance.

Virtue of Fortitude - Dr. Michael Rota

February 13, 2023 17:06 - 27 minutes - 25.5 MB

Dr. Rota is a professor in the Department of Philosophy at the University of St. Thomas. He joins me today to discuss the cardinal virtue of fortitude.

Virtue of Justice- Dr. Gregory Robson

February 06, 2023 18:56 - 27 minutes - 24.9 MB

Dr. Robson is a professor in the Department of Philosophy & Religious Studies at Iowa State University. He joins me today to discuss the cardinal virtue of justice.

Virtue of Prudence - Fr. Gregory Pine, OP

January 30, 2023 16:46 - 27 minutes - 24.8 MB

Fr. Gregory Pine, OP is the author of the book "Prudence: Choose Confidently, Live Boldly". He joins me today to discuss this most important virtue which governs all of the others.

The Four Cardinal Virtues - Dr. Christian Miller

January 23, 2023 19:28 - 27 minutes - 24.8 MB

Today is the first in a series on the four cardinal virtues. The more we recognize and understand how the virtues work in our lives, and how to grow in them, the better we will all be. Dr. Christian Miller joins me today to give us an overview of the four cardinal virtues.

The Catechism in a Year - Jeff Cavins

January 16, 2023 19:32 - 27 minutes - 25 MB

Following in the success of The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz), The Catechism in a Year from Ascension has quickly become one of the most listened to podcasts in the country. Jeff Cavins joins me to discuss the project and what to expect if you start on the journey through the Catechism.

Lessons Learned in 2022, Planning For 2023

January 09, 2023 17:38 - 27 minutes - 24.9 MB

I love to use the new year as an opportunity to look back and reflect on the previous year, while also looking forward to the coming one. Today I highlight my takeaways from 2022, and discuss my planning for 2023.

The Lyceum Movement - Nathan Beacom

December 13, 2022 20:47 - 26 minutes - 24.4 MB

The goal of the Lyceum Movement is to build meaningful communities by providing a space for neighbors to learn together in friendship. Nathan Beacom joins me to discuss the Lyceum Movement, its history and what they are doing today to help rebuild communities around the country.

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