Raising Warriors | The Iron Perspective 34

Raising WarriorsIn this episode of The Iron Perspective, JD Denham sits down with Elan and his son, Mike a father-and-son duo from Gracie Barra Costa Mesa for an authentic talk about discipline, manhood, and the power of martial arts to shape strong families. From Elan’s journey into jiu-jitsu to Mike’s perspective as a 20-year-old entrepreneur raised under old-school values, this conversation dives into faith, family, and the lessons that define men of integrity.They discuss what’s missing in modern masculinity, how jiu-jitsu builds humility and confidence, and why parenting with presence and discipline matters more than ever. From fatherhood and mentorship to social media, depression, and detachment in today’s youth, this episode challenges listeners to rise up to lead, to teach, and to live by example.Chapters:00:00 – The State of Masculinity in Today’s World02:31 – Father & Son: Elan and Mike Join the Show06:48 – Lessons from Jiu-Jitsu: Humility, Discipline & Confidence11:32 – Fathers, Boundaries & The Missing Masculine Role15:34 – Coaching the Strong and the Timid20:28 – Jiu-Jitsu vs. Traditional Sports: Confidence That Lasts23:32 – The Father-Son Bond & Lessons That Stick28:13 – The Lost Art of Manhood in a Modern World31:31 – Social Media, Disconnection & The Decline of Real Interaction37:32 – Teaching Respect: Eye Contact, Handshakes & Character40:28 – The Role of Mentorship & Molding Young Men44:19 – Influences, Fathers & Learning from Giants54:44 – Marriage, Parenting & Building a Family That Lasts1:00:16 – Great Men Help Other Men SucceedFollow JD:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jd_denham_fitFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/people/JD-Denham/61563578940850/Peptides: https://www.warrior-makers.comFitness & Diet: https://www.jddenhamfit.comFollow Elan & Mike:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gbcostamesaWebsite: https://www.gbcostamesa.com/Intro Music: Pennywise – Let Us Hear Your Voice