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GreatMan Podcast

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Manhood is not merely a product of biology, but rather the result of maturing, learning, and experience. While being born male is a matter of genetics, becoming a man is a matter of choice. The GreatMan Podcast is here to equip men to make that choice by uniquely combining three diverse perspectives, blending academic insight with practical guidance to help men build greatness in every area of life. Unlike most podcasts, we tackle a single topic over two weeks: the first episode–“The Talk”–offers a broad overview led by New York Times bestselling author, Stephen Mansfield, while the following episode–“The Build”–focuses on practical steps led by men’s coaches, Anthony Flemons and JT McCraw, to integrate the theme into daily life. In all that we do, we believe that males are born, and men are built.

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Studies In Manhood: Churchill

"Studies In Manhood" is a new series from GreatMan examining the lives behind the legacies of GreatMen past and present. This week, dive into the internal battles of Winston Churchill, as he faced depression, rejection, and heartache on his journey to incredible leadership. LEARN MORE: Website: https://greatman.tv/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/greatman.tv/ Support GreatMan: https://greatman.tv/greatman-global/ See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice ...

Jun 04, 202421 minEp. 332

The Build: What I Would Tell My 15-Year-Old Self, Part 2

What does your self-talk look like? How was it shaped when you were a teenager? What kind of lies did you believe as you faced trials and failures throughout your growing years? JT and Anthony let it all fly while examining wisdom from some old friends like Mark Twain and Abraham Lincoln. LEARN MORE: Website: https://greatman.tv/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/greatman.tv/ Support GreatMan: https://greatman.tv/greatman-global See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California P...

May 28, 202450 minEp. 331

The Talk: What I Would Tell My 15-Year-Old Self, Part 2

Continuing on the theme of speaking to our 15-year-old selves, Stephen steers the conversation toward the scripts of life that we create in our heads. What was spoken over you when you were a teenager? Were you gifted with encouragement, or torn down with negativity? We all have an insecure teenager on the inside of us. Let's help him heal in the past so we can achieve in the present. LEARN MORE: Website: https://greatman.tv/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/greatman.tv/ Support GreatMan: ht...

May 21, 202415 minEp. 330

The Build: What I Would Tell My 15-Year-Old Self, Part 1

Today, JT and Anthony are joined by their good friend, Chris, to hear about the impact he's making on a very unique "1% group" in society. Together, they explore what each of their teenage years held for them as they navigated the challenges of: 1. Self-acceptance 2. Resilience 3. Learning 4. Dreams and passion 5. Friendships LEARN MORE: Website: https://greatman.tv/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/greatman.tv/ Support GreatMan: https://greatman.tv/greatman-global/ See Privacy Policy at htt...

May 14, 20241 hr 2 minEp. 329

The Talk: What I Would Tell My 15-Year-Old Self, Part 1

Though it may be painful, think back to when you were 15 years old. What sort of insecurities did you carry? What traumas shaped your worldview? What lies did you come to believe based upon the actions of others? This week, Stephen takes a hard look at his past to analyze what lessons he lacked at age 15. LEARN MORE: Website: https://greatman.tv/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/greatman.tv/ Support GreatMan: https://greatman.tv/greatman-global/ See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privac...

May 07, 202415 minEp. 328

The Build: Taking Time in Hand

What might your life's priorities look like if you put time in its proper place? For JT and Anthony, through decades of successes and failures, the valuation of time has led to accessed peace, minimized regret, increased calculated risk, and a desire for authenticity. What might putting time in its proper place result in for you? LEARN MORE: Website: https://greatman.tv/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/greatman.tv/ Support GreatMan: https://greatman.tv/greatman-global/ See Privacy Policy at...

Apr 30, 202454 minEp. 327

The Talk: Taking Time in Hand

An ancient king once said, "Help us to number our days aright." In this plea with God, he is asking for an awareness of our time on earth, that we may steward that time well. Men, let us use time as our ally to achieve great and noble things, and may we not forget that we never know how much of it we have left. LEARN MORE: Website: https://greatman.tv/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/greatman.tv/ Support GreatMan: https://greatman.tv/greatman-global/ See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/...

Apr 23, 202418 minEp. 326

The Build: The Cancer of Church Hurt

When it comes to being hurt by the church, maybe we don’t have the right expectations of our church leaders, or maybe we don’t have the right expectations of God. Listen in for an honest conversation between two men who have both served in and been hurt by the church many times over. Get Stephen's Book, "Healing Your Church Hurt:" https://stephenmansfield.tv/author/healing-your-church-hurt/ LEARN MORE: Website: https://greatman.tv/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/greatman.tv/ Support GreatM...

Apr 16, 20241 hr 2 minEp. 325

The Talk: The Cancer of Church Hurt

Many of you have been wounded by the church. Many of you have given up on church. And perhaps many of you expect too much from your church. This week, Stephen speaks directly to those of you who consider yourselves Christians to clarify the role of the church in your lives. Get Stephen's Book, "Healing Your Church Hurt:" https://stephenmansfield.tv/author/healing-your-church-hurt/ LEARN MORE: Website: https://greatman.tv/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/greatman.tv/ Support GreatMan: https:...

Apr 09, 202412 minEp. 324

The Build: About Women and Bitterness, Part 2

Men, whether single or married, it's time to take an honest look at your sex life. Do you seek pleasure over purpose? Are you unable to employ the art of self-control? Do you keep a harem of imaginary brides in your mind? These questions, and some even more personal, are addressed by JT and Anthony in today's episode on women and bitterness. LEARN MORE: Website: https://greatman.tv/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/greatman.tv/ Support GreatMan: https://greatman.tv/greatman-global/ See Priva...

Apr 02, 202456 minEp. 323

The Talk: About Women and Bitterness, Part 2

One of the primary ways in which men retreat from pain and attempt to heal their own souls is through sexual fantasy. Our bitterness toward the women who hurt us becomes a poison to our souls and leaves us living dark, secretive, self-serving lives. Together, let’s heal from our bitterness and become whole. LEARN MORE: Website: https://greatman.tv/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/greatman.tv/ Support GreatMan: https://greatman.tv/greatman-global/ See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/priv...

Mar 26, 202413 minEp. 322

The Build: About Women and Bitterness, Part 1

JT and Anthony are here to peel back the layers of your woman wounds. To properly do so, you have to look to the first and most impactful woman in your life: your mother. What kind of mother did you have? How did her way of mothering affect you positively or negatively? These questions and many more are addressed directly in today's episode about women and bitterness. LEARN MORE: Website: https://greatman.tv/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/greatman.tv/ Support GreatMan: https://greatman.tv...

Mar 19, 202455 minEp. 321

The Talk: About Women and Bitterness, Part 1

Men, we are made to be in right and complementary relationships with women. But often, our hurts get in the way. Are there wounds you have received from a woman that have caused you to be embittered toward all women? Let’s unpack these and heal. LEARN MORE: Website: https://greatman.tv/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/greatman.tv/ Support GreatMan: https://greatman.tv/greatman-global/ See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#...

Mar 12, 202422 minEp. 320

The Build: Let Death Do Its Work

Today, JT and Anthony lay out a very practical, very crucial list of tasks that can help ensure the security and well-being of your loved ones in the event of your death. Create a living will Establish healthcare directives Get financial matters in order Examine your relationships LEARN MORE: Website: https://greatman.tv/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/greatman.tv/ Support GreatMan: https://greatman.tv/greatman-global/ See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy ...

Mar 05, 202434 minEp. 319

The Talk: Let Death Do Its Work

The founding fathers would often sign letters to one another using the Latin phrase, "memento mori," which translates to, "Remember that you die." But rather than saying this as a sorrowful reminder, they used it to encourage one another to live meaningful lives. Men, tomorrow is not promised. Let us live with intentionality, as if every day was our last. LEARN MORE: Website: https://greatman.tv/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/greatman.tv/ Support GreatMan: https://greatman.tv/greatman-glo...

Feb 27, 202412 minEp. 318

The Build: Intensity Over Length in Exercise

Excuses, excuses. What are yours for neglecting exercise? A busy schedule? Your age? Your ability? Today, JT and Anthony confront the internal voice of laziness and talk about setting a trajectory of success for better physical health. HIIT Exercise Resources: https://youtu.be/O6olj0O3h4w?si=ZKbk-7mCvhiAfV9J https://youtu.be/TkaYafQ-XC4?si=_oKSuuJ_JmGmID_G LEARN MORE: Website: https://greatman.tv/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/greatman.tv/ Support GreatMan: https://greatman.tv/greatman-gl...

Feb 20, 202452 minEp. 317

The Talk: Intensity Over Length in Exercise

Do you, like many men, find yourself avoiding exercise due to lack of time? Well, what if your fitness goals could be achieved in as little as 10-15 minutes per day? New studies are finding great benefits for those who engage in short, high-intensity workouts rather than long and paced exercise. Listen in for how Stephen makes this a priority in his daily life. LEARN MORE: Website: https://greatman.tv/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/greatman.tv/ Support GreatMan: https://greatman.tv/greatm...

Feb 13, 202421 minEp. 316

The Build: The Stockdale Paradox and You + A Transition

In this transitional episode of GreatMan, a familiar voice makes a return to dive into the subject of the Stockdale Paradox. Listen in for a round table discussion on accepting reality and instilling discipline, as well as the important distinction between excuses vs. explanations. LEARN MORE: Website: https://greatman.tv/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/greatman.tv/ Support GreatMan: https://greatman.tv/greatman-global/ See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy...

Feb 06, 202452 minEp. 315

The Talk: The Stockdale Paradox and You

Vice Admiral James Bond Stockdale was a prisoner of war in Vietnam from 1965-1973. During that time, he was forced to confront the harshness of his torturous reality. Yet, at the end of his time in captivity, he emerged victorious. His tactic is known now as "The Stockdale Paradox," and it will benefit you greatly in 2024. Men, let's face our present realities. LEARN MORE: Website: https://greatman.tv/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/greatman.tv/ Support GreatMan: https://greatman.tv/greatm...

Jan 30, 202415 minEp. 314

The Build: Fighting Dirty

When you think about being physically prepared for violence, protecting those around you, or managing a safety threat, what feelings follow? Confidence? Fear? Conviction? For Anthony and Jay, this is a sobering subject that they believe must be addressed by every man. Listen in for a practical discussion on being equipped in the face of danger. LEARN MORE: Website: https://greatman.tv/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/greatman.tv/ Support GreatMan: https://greatman.tv/greatman-global/ See Pr...

Jan 23, 202428 minEp. 313

The Talk: Fighting Dirty

We’re living in perilous times. I hope you never have to or want to initiate a fight, but I want you to be the kind of person who can end it if someone else starts it. Listen in as I talk about some of main tactics you should know in order to defend yourself and others. LEARN MORE: Website: https://greatman.tv/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/greatman.tv/ Support GreatMan: https://greatman.tv/greatman-global/ See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at h...

Jan 16, 202422 minEp. 312

The Build: The Inspiration Challenge

In order to be ready to deposit inspiration and encouragement in the lives of men around you, you must be intentional about gathering it. Today, Anthony and Jay take us through what has demotivated and held them back from encouraging men, as well as the tactics they have implemented to overcome those obstacles. Men, this is a call to begin scanning your surroundings for stories of inspiration and vision to be shared with others. LEARN MORE: Website: https://greatman.tv/ Instagram: https://www.in...

Jan 09, 202427 minEp. 311

The Talk: The Inspiration Challenge

Allow me to challenge you as someone challenged me: Determine to make a positive deposit consistently throughout this year in the lives of the people close to you. Listen in for ideas and examples for how to do this without being weird or preachy. LEARN MORE: Website: https://greatman.tv/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/greatman.tv/ Support GreatMan: https://greatman.tv/greatman-global/ See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privac...

Jan 02, 202412 minEp. 310

The Build: Cancel the Crass

What amount of cursing is acceptable? At what age were you exposed to crass language? Anthony and Jay address these questions, and many more, in today's episode as they put their vocabulary under a microscope. LEARN MORE: Website: https://greatman.tv/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/greatman.tv/ Support GreatMan: https://greatman.tv/greatman-global/ See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info ....

Dec 26, 202341 minEp. 309

The Talk: Cancel the Crass

Men, our language has gotten out of control. From movie scripts to backyard barbecues, foul language has become commonplace to the point of excess. Instead of reaching for the same, overused, vile words you so often use, let's cut the laziness and be creative with our communication. LEARN MORE: Website: https://greatman.tv/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/greatman.tv/ Support GreatMan: https://greatman.tv/greatman-global/ See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privac...

Dec 19, 202312 minEp. 308

The Build: The Deformity of Hate

On today's episode, Anthony, Jay, and Producer Jonas sit down for a round table-style discussion on the topic of hate. Amidst a relevant conversation about global events, the guys take on some uncomfortable questions, like when does judgment become hatred? How do you recognize hateful patters in your own behavior? And what does it look like to effectively disarm someone exhibiting hatred? LEARN MORE: Website: https://greatman.tv/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/greatman.tv/ Support GreatMan...

Dec 12, 202340 minEp. 307

The Talk: The Deformity of Hate

My observation as a historian is that many men are captured early and deformed by being told who they should hate. Often before a young man is mature enough to form his own thoughts, he is handed a generational hatred. Men, it’s time to recognize the hate you may have inherited from your upbringing, the hate you might be holding, or the hate you might be passing to the next generation, and put an end to it. LEARN MORE: Website: https://greatman.tv/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/greatman.t...

Dec 05, 202319 minEp. 306

The Build: Have Done with Lesser Things

This week Anthony and Jay get personal, revealing ways in which they have harbored resentment, shifted blame, and allowed lies and misconceptions to accumulate. Today's conversation will push you to spend time in your control room, to question your unhealthy behaviors, and examine which petty (or significant) hurts still follow you today. LEARN MORE: Website: https://greatman.tv/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/greatman.tv/ Support GreatMan: https://greatman.tv/greatman-global/ See Privacy ...

Nov 28, 202335 minEp. 305

The Talk: Have Done with Lesser Things

When it comes to life’s difficulties, it’s not always the explosive events, but the slow leaks that can leave us empty. What seemingly small offenses, lies, or comparisons are you letting leak into your soul? Today, Stephen encourages us to put aside the petty hurts that distract us from our bigger purpose. Men, let's have done with lesser things. LEARN MORE: Website: https://greatman.tv/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/greatman.tv/ Support GreatMan: https://greatman.tv/greatman-global/ See...

Nov 21, 202320 minEp. 304

The Build: Dealing with Criticism and Gossip

Today, Anthony and Jay share accounts of how they have personally handled criticism and gossip in their homes and businesses. When responding to critical input from others, controlling your emotions and facing reality open the door to growth and maturity. LEARN MORE: Website: https://greatman.tv/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/greatman.tv/ Support GreatMan: https://greatman.tv/greatman-global/ See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.co...

Nov 14, 202342 minEp. 303
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