
Men in the Arena - Christian Men's Podcast
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.
Latest episodes

Apr 22, 2022 • 1h 4min
Becoming a Generalist: Using Your Power to Gain Mastery Over Your World w/ Morgan Snyder EP 536
Are you a well-rounded man? Are you a master at one thing in your life? You may need to bring some men around you that will help you learn other skills that will help you become better at other critical things in life. Morgan Snyder is the founder of BecomeGoodSoil, the comprehensive apprenticeship track of Wild at Heart where he serves on the Executive Leadership team. Morgan has worked alongside John and Stasi Eldredge at Wild at Heart for more than two decades. He is the author of Becoming a King: The path to Restoring the Heart of Man, which is our subject for today. https://becomegoodsoil.com/knife becomingaking.com Boots on the Ground: Start carrying a pocket knife. 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

Apr 18, 2022 • 15min
AMA 6: Is Masturbation a Sin?- Equipping Men in Ten EP 535
Ask me anything and we will answer to the best of our ability in this series of Equipping Men in Ten episodes. This week Jim answers: Is Masturbation a Sin? 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

Apr 14, 2022 • 1h 2min
Rap, Martial Arts, and Sharing Your Faith w/ Philippe Prosper - Equipping Men in Ten EP 533
Is there evidence in your life that says you love Jesus? Does He overflow from you onto others? Philippe Prosper is also a former professional martial artist and international Kung Fu champion. He is the Christian Business Men's Connection Area Director in Washington DC, where he disciples businessmen and influential artists. He is passionate about making Christ famous both in the marketplace and the entertainment arena sharing Christ with the likes of Shaquille O’Neal, Nick Canon, and many more. Boots on the Ground Ask God to put an opportunity in your path to share what is in your heart for Jesus. Philippe@grandmasterstudio.com rapisamartialart.com 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

Apr 12, 2022 • 11min
AMA 5: Dealing with Heartbreak After Divorce, Men's Ministry Pitfalls - Equipping Men in Ten EP 533
How should a man deal with heartbreak in a marriage relationship that ended in divorce? The ex is now with someone new but still is hopeful to get back. Thanks. - Roberto B. Common pitfalls to avoid in leading a men's ministry. - The Marksmen 1. Doing it without physical and verbal support from your pastor 2. Not doing it because Church leadership is not behind it 3. Making it event-driven instead of discipleship driven 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

Apr 7, 2022 • 57min
Overcoming Relational Blind Spots w/ Eddie Capparucci EP 532
We have all picked up problematic coping mechanisms as we grow into adults. Dr. Eddie helps us to identify them and work through them. Dr. Eddie Capparucci is a licensed Christian counselor, certified in treating Problematic Sexual Behaviors and the creator of the Inner Child Model for treating sex addictions. He is the author of several books, including Overcoming Relational Blind Spots, which is our subject for today. Boots on the Ground: Sit down with your wife hold her hand and just ask her about her day. Do not try to pursue sex. Just connect with her. 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

Apr 5, 2022 • 14min
AMA 4: Honoring Women, Physical vs. Spiritual Health, Choosing a Church - Equipping Men in Ten EP 531
In this Episode Jim will answers these questions: Where do you get honor women from? Tik Tok [In response to physical health affecting spiritual health reel] Hey brother, do you have any scriptures you can share on this topic?- Ben B. [Go to church Reel] Any tips on what to look for when looking for a new church? I am skeptical of all of them but at the same time feel like a homeless Christian.- bmaxwell5 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

Apr 1, 2022 • 1h 4min
Ignite Your Zeal for Life. Seven Flames of the Man on Fire w/ Steven Mansfield EP 530
In this interview, Steven Mansfield will share from his book, Men on Fire, about the fires his book is designed to ignite in your soul. The tending of the fire afterward belongs to you. The Fire of Heritage The Fire of Battle The Fire of Destiny The Fire of Friendship The Fire of Love The Fire of Legacy The Fire of God Author of Mansfield's Book of Manly Men, Building Your Band of Brothers (both also available in Spanish), and Men on Fire. Founder and President of GreatMan Global, teaching men worldwide the philosophy, art, and skills of manly excellence and equipping them to combat toxic masculinity wherever it may be found. Boots on the Ground: What’s next? What action step will you take because of today? What will you do because of what you heard? Here it is. Which Fire needs your immediate attention? 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

Mar 29, 2022 • 14min
AMA 3: Choosing Book Topics, Knowing God's Will vs. Your Will, What a Dad Should Teach His Firstborn Son - Equipping Men in Ten EP 529
In this Episode Jim will answers these questions: How do you figure out what to write for your books? – midatlanticmortgageguy How do you tell the difference between God's leading and your own will? – SPG -Bible -Godly Counsel _is it something I would not choose or say -Fruit…will it bless people -Will it help or challenge be What a dad should teach his firstborn son. – Jennajayyyy Check out my REELS on IG Son of blessing Most mistakes 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

Mar 25, 2022 • 1h 3min
Breaking Through the Noise to Find Your True Self: Alone Season 7 w/ Joel Van Der Loon EP 528
Joel Van Der Loon shares about his experience of being alone in the wild and what it taught him. Joel’s experience in the outdoors began from childhood growing up in South Africa and Tanzania, East Africa - in particular, living off the grid on an isolated stretch of tropical coastline of wild bush, hosting an array of animal species. I spent 12 years traveling the world through 40 countries and crossing oceans as a professional crew member, exploring some of the world's most remote locations by sea. I have hiked, camped, and paddled in just about every type of ecosystem and trained in desert, alpine, jungle, and temperate survival methods. I have put myself into testing conditions with little more than a knife, water bottle, and the clothes on my back. I believe that there is no substitute for teaching from a position of real-life experience. Joel started training people in 2015 in San Diego- California on the Los Coyotes Indian reservation. He taught folks from all walks of life including military, fire-fighters, boy scouts, school kids, celebrities, physically disabled, and contestants of survival shows. He was a participant on Episode 3 of Discovery channels Bushcraft Build-Off and History channels Alone season 7. Joel and his family moved up to Central Oregon in 2018. He still returns to Africa yearly to learn from the Hadza Bushmen. Participant on History channels Alone and Discovery channels Bushcraft Build Off. Wilderness survival and Connection to nature. Learning from our hunter-gatherer ancestors. The importance of spending time alone in nature with our creator. Boots on the Ground Take a full afternoon in the wilderness and reflect and find gratitude for what God has given you. 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

Mar 21, 2022 • 15min
AMA Series 2: How to Discuss LGBTQ With Your Kids - Equipping Men in Ten EP 527
Ask me anything and we will answer to the best of our ability in this series of Equipping Men in Ten episodes. This week Jim answers: Q: How to Discuss LGBTQ With Your Kids 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