

The Rise Up Kings Podcast with Skylar Lewis
Skylar Lewis
Skylar Lewis, the founder of Rise Up Kings in Dallas Texas is a successful entrepreneur who has scaled and systemized multiple million-dollar companies. He is a speaker, an author, and runs a world-class faith-based business intensive for men. On his journey to prosperity, he has found that the key to fulfillment and top performance comes through focusing on the 4 Pillars of Purpose; Faith, Family, Fitness, and Finance. On this podcast, he interviews experts from all over the country by diving deep into what the 4 Pillars are and refining what it means to reach your God-given potential. Be sure to listen, subscribe, and leave a review!
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May 21, 2025 • 1h 2min
Why Men Are Losing Testosterone | Dr. Austin Lake Exposes the Truth
Send us a textTestosterone is crashing, estrogen is rising, and men are being poisoned—spiritually and physically. In this Rise Up Kings episode, Dr. Austin Lake exposes the war on masculinity through food, fluoride, and fear.Dr. Austin Lake, a top functional medicine expert, breaks down how modern culture is destroying men’s health—from glyphosate in your food and fluoride in your water to low-fat diets, hormone disruptors, and spiritual complacency. This is a raw, unfiltered conversation every man needs to hear. Wake up, fight back, and rise up.For more about Dr. Austin Lake, his book, and his practice, check out the links below! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr.austin.lake/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Dr.austin.lakeTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/discover/dr-austin-lakeYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8d-M8Ma-wxvgEQnnRi-angWebsite: https://wholly.health/discoverBook: https://stan.store/Draustinlake/p/whollyhealthChapters:00:00 - Culture is a death cult 01:36 - Meet Dr. Austin Lake 03:28 - Stewarding your body as God’s temple 05:08 - Women’s hormones vs men’s hormones 09:06 - Testosterone crash since 1981 14:08 - You can't outwork a bad diet 16:14 - Fluoride and the pineal gland 20:16 - Chlorine and hidden toxins 24:04 - Why women suffer more than men 28:10 - Respect and the root of imbalance 31:22 - Depopulation and the healthcare agenda 36:13 - Why Dr. Lake stopped vaccinating his kids 41:22 - Autism, heavy metals, and gut-brain link 46:44 - Detoxing parasites and heavy metals 57:15 - Dr. Lake’s personal storyFor more information on Rise Up Kings, go to https://riseupkings.com/youtube Not ready to do an in-person event? Join our online community here riseupkings.com/4pillarman-yt#RiseUpKings #SkylarLewis #AustinLake #Testosterone #ManhoodFor more information on Rise Up Kings, go to https://riseupkings.com/youtube Not ready to do an in-person event? Join our online community here riseupkings.com/4pillarman-yt

May 14, 2025 • 1h 5min
Most Men Let Fear Win — Rob Riggle Didn’t (And It Changed Everything)
Send us a textMost men let fear control their lives. Popular actor and former Marine Rob Riggle didn’t — and it changed everything. From the Marines to "Step Brothers" to Saturday Night Live to a powerful acting career, Rob shares how breaking past fear reshaped his life. This Rise Up Kings episode is a masterclass in mental toughness, identity, faith, and what it really means to become a man in today’s world.Whether you’re stuck, soft, or seeking purpose, this episode will wake you up.Subscribe for more breakthrough conversations like this.00:00 - Rob Riggle’s Life-Changing Moment01:12 - From Comedy to Combat: His Unlikely Path03:20 - The Power of Perceived Limits05:18 - How the Marines Destroy Fear07:45 - Becoming a Man: Real Masculine Breakthroughs10:10 - Why Most Men Stay Stuck12:02 - Rob’s First Time on Stage: Brutal Truth14:33 - How to Punch Through Fear17:20 - The Drift: Why Men Quit Too Soon19:10 - Skylar’s Rise Up Method Revealed22:45 - Faith That Creates Peace25:00 - Men Without Peace Are Dangerous28:18 - Rob’s Routine for Mental Strength30:40 - Laughing Through the Pain (Step Brothers)34:12 - Final Words to Men Who Feel LostFor more information on Rise Up Kings, go to https://riseupkings.com/youtube Join our virtual program here: riseupkings.com/4pillarman-yt#RiseUpKings #Men #RobRiggle For more information on Rise Up Kings, go to https://riseupkings.com/youtube Not ready to do an in-person event? Join our online community here riseupkings.com/4pillarman-yt

May 7, 2025 • 11min
You Think You’re Protecting Your Kids… But Are You Really?
Send us a textMost fathers think that providing and showing up is enough… but what if it’s not?In this episode of the Rise Up Kings Podcast, Skylar Lewis sits down with his wife Jessica Lewis for one of their most raw and emotional conversations to date. Jessica opens up about a traumatic childhood experience she kept hidden for decades, and how it shaped her view of intimacy, trust, and family based on a video Jessica watched with Skylar from Mel Robbins and Dr. Gabor Mate. You can watch the original video here https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tool-R8VJ2YSkylar reflects on what it truly means to protect your children's hearts, minds, and bodies—and where most men are silently falling short. They discuss the unseen emotional wounds so many kids carry, the role of the father in creating safety, and the dangers that arise when that space is left unguarded.This episode is a wake-up call to every man who calls himself a father, a husband, and a leader. If your child was abused… would they tell you?Chapters:00:00 - Intro: Are You Really Protecting Your Kids?00:38 - Jessica Shares Her Childhood Trauma01:22 - The Pain of Staying Silent as a Child02:10 - Why Kids Don’t Open Up to Their Parents03:00 - The Real Source of Childhood Trauma04:00 - How Abuse Impacts Marriage and Intimacy05:15 - What Fathers Miss About Emotional Safety06:24 - The Cost of Disconnection in the Home07:45 - A Father’s Role: Provider vs Protector09:06 - The Call to Rise Up as a Father TodayFor more information on Rise Up Kings, go to https://riseupkings.com/youtube #RiseUpKings #SkylarLewis #TalkMarriageToMe #Fatherhood For more information on Rise Up Kings, go to https://riseupkings.com/youtube Not ready to do an in-person event? Join our online community here riseupkings.com/4pillarman-yt

Apr 30, 2025 • 1h 17min
Are Men Really The Problem? | Nick J Freitas
Send us a textMost men never stop to ask the question that could change their legacy forever.In today’s Rise Up Kings episode, Nick J Freitas — veteran, father, legislator, and leader — joins us for a raw conversation about biblical masculinity, raising godly children, building family culture, and why weak men are fueling the downfall of our society.We dive deep into how real men lead, the crisis facing young men today, and the exact steps to becoming the father, husband, and leader your family desperately needs.If you care about your family, your faith, and your future, this is the conversation you cannot afford to miss.Topics We Cover:- The war against masculinity and how to fight back- Biblical fatherhood and why your home is your greatest battlefield- How to build a family culture rooted in truth, not fear- Why most men aren’t worthy of their daughters’ respect — and how to change that- Leadership lessons from Special Forces and politics- Why real strength starts with obedience to God, not success in the worldChapters: 00:00 - The Real Battle Is at Home 05:15 - How Nick Freitas Went Viral Defending a Green Beret 10:13 - From Politics to Fatherhood: Where the Real War Is 20:11 - Would You Let Your Daughter Marry a Man Like You? 28:21 - What Biblical Masculinity Actually Looks Like 34:02 - The Crisis of Young Men and What’s Fueling It 41:05 - Why Christians Must Lead in Politics and Culture 46:47 - Reclaiming the Role of Father as Primary Educator 53:45 - How to Build Culture That Outlives You 01:00:58 - Victim Mentality vs. Godly Responsibility 01:09:10 - You Don’t Change the World Until You Lead at Home For more information on Rise Up Kings, go to https://riseupkings.com/youtube Not ready to do an in-person event? Join our online community here riseupkings.com/4pillarman-yt

Apr 9, 2025 • 2h 19min
She Didn’t Believe in God—Then She Watched The Chosen | With Co-Founder Derral Eves
Send us a textIn this powerful episode of the Rise Up Kings Podcast, we sit down with Derral Eves, Executive Producer and Co-Founder of The Chosen, the groundbreaking multi-season series about the life of Jesus. With over 780 million views worldwide, The Chosen is transforming how people experience the gospel—and Derral shares how it all began.We dive deep into topics like:The moment a binge-watch of The Chosen led an atheist to faithWhat it means to lead as a faith-driven entrepreneur and fatherWorking with Dallas JenkinsDerral’s mission to reach 1 billion people with the gospelThe mindset required to build and scale Kingdom-focused mediaWhy being “all in” for Jesus changes everythingFor more information on Rise Up Kings, go to https://riseupkings.com/youtube #RiseUpKings #TheChosen #ChristianFor more information on Rise Up Kings, go to https://riseupkings.com/youtube Not ready to do an in-person event? Join our online community here riseupkings.com/4pillarman-yt

Apr 9, 2025 • 51min
Coaches Corner: Can You Be a Follower of Christ AND a Gun Owner?
Send us a textShould Christians own guns? Welcome to the Coaches Corner Edition of The Rise Up Kings Podcast, where we tackle the questions most Christian men are afraid to ask.In this powerful episode, we go deep on the controversial topic of faith and firearms. Should a man of God own a weapon? Does self-defense align with Scripture? Where is the line between trust in God and taking personal responsibility?Join our coaches as they break down biblical truths, cultural challenges, and real-life convictions about manhood, protection, and spiritual leadership.For more information on Rise Up Kings, go to https://riseupkings.com/youtube Not ready to do an in-person event? Join our online community here riseupkings.com/4pillarman-yt

Mar 19, 2025 • 53min
Meek Doesn’t Mean Weak—God Made You for MORE! | Ryan Miller
Send us a textAre Christian men weak? The Bible says meekness isn’t weakness—it’s strength under control. In this powerful episode, Ryan Miller joins Skylar Lewis to reveal how men of God are called to lead with confidence, courage, and faith.🔥 Topics Covered:The true meaning of meekness (it's not what you think!)How to be a bold Christian man in today’s worldThe crisis of masculinity and why men feel lostHow social media is shaping young men (and what we must do)Overcoming fear and speaking about Jesus with confidenceWhy God made you for more and how to step into your callingConnect and Follow Ryan Miller:Official Website:https://www.sharethestruggle.org/YouTube Channel:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4HEoPey_eHzDPIGKtAk72wInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/ryan_miller/TikTok:https://www.tiktok.com/@dudewithgoodnewsFacebook:https://www.facebook.com/dudewithgoodnews/The Jesus People Podcast:Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0RLKmkUpydJr2y84tqQekpApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/jesus-people-podcast/id1768632876For more information on Rise Up Kings, go to https://riseupkings.com/youtube Not ready to do an in-person event? Join our online community here riseupkings.com/4pillarman-yt

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Mar 5, 2025 • 1h 18min
How God Transformed Me from a P*rn Star Into a Pastor | Joshua Broome
Joshua Broome, a former adult film star turned global speaker and pastor, shares his powerful journey of redemption. He candidly discusses the impact of pornography on identity and mental health, revealing the struggles of self-worth. Broome emphasizes the importance of grace and breaking free from societal lies to embrace true identity in Christ. His story showcases the transformation from despair to purpose, encouraging others to redefine what success truly means and to overcome feelings of unworthiness.

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Feb 12, 2025 • 1h 11min
The Secret Pain of Every Man – And How to Heal It | Jason Wilson
Jason Wilson, a martial arts expert and emotional freedom advocate, discusses the silent struggles men face daily. He emphasizes the importance of vulnerability and emotional honesty in redefining masculinity. From healing childhood trauma to the transformative journey of fatherhood, Wilson shares insights on nurturing emotional intelligence in boys. He also highlights his non-profit’s mission to support men through faith and community, urging listeners to embrace true strength by fostering genuine connections and breaking free from societal expectations.

Jan 15, 2025 • 1h 4min
From Near Death to AMERICAN NINJA WARRIOR Champion with Nate Burkhalter
Send us a textIn this episode of The Rise Up Kings Podcast, I sit down with the incredible Nate Burkhalter, a six-time American Ninja Warrior competitor, faith-driven leader, and the ultimate comeback story. From surviving a near-fatal fall into boiling water to breaking free from destructive habits, Nate shares his journey of resilience, perseverance, and Kingdom living. We discuss the power of pushing past failure, stepping into your God-given purpose, and how living with integrity in faith, family, and fitness can transform your life. This conversation is raw, inspiring, and packed with actionable insights for anyone ready to rise up and take on life’s toughest challenges. 📖 Grab Nate’s book, No Limits: How Playing It Safe is the Riskiest Thing You Can Do, and follow him for more inspiration: Instagram: @NoLimitsNateFacebook: No Limits Nate 🔗 Learn more about Rise Up Kings and our mission to build men in faith, family, fitness, and finance at RiseUpKings.com. For more information on Rise Up Kings, go to https://riseupkings.com/youtube Not ready to do an in-person event? Join our online community here riseupkings.com/4pillarman-yt