Josh McPherson Brotherhood, Marriage & Feminism with John Lovell
Nov 9, 2025
John Lovell, a former special-operations serviceman and the founder of the Warrior Poet movement, shares profound insights on brotherhood and marriage. He discusses how playful teasing fosters trust among men and the importance of loving actions as the best form of apologetics. Lovell also reveals the inspiration behind his novel, Lions of Mercer, which tackles serious themes with moral depth. In a candid conversation about marriage, he critiques modern feminism's effects and offers practical steps to repair strained relationships, emphasizing the need for sacrificial love.
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Playful Teasing Builds Trust
- Teasing among men builds trust because it signals comfort, humility, and safety to be honest.
- John Lovell says playful ribbing lets friendships go deep without fear of offense.
Friend Who Roasted And Inspired A Novel
- John Lovell recounts his college friend Eric Mercer who could savagely roast people yet leave them feeling affirmed.
- Mercer later died by suicide and inspired the name and themes in Lions of Mercer.
Write First, Edit With Moral Intent
- Write the raw character actions first, then edit to honor God and your moral aims.
- John Lovell recommends pastoral review to keep darkness necessary but not gratuitous.
