Dudes Without Dads Podcast

Most men aren't broken because they don't try hard enough — they're worn out trying to prove a worth that was never theirs to earn.In this conversation, Joshua Brown sits down with Eric Manly (founder of The Intentional Dad) to unpack the core lie that quietly wrecks men, marriages, and fatherhood: "My worth is something I have to prove."This isn't another how-to episode. It's an invitation to stop performing and start being fathered — by God first, so you can father your kids from overflow instead of from emptiness.Whether you grew up without a dad, had a father who couldn't give what he didn't have, or you're a man doing all the right things but still feel disconnected on the inside — this conversation is for you.In this episode you'll learn:The core lie every man carries into manhood, marriage, and fatherhoodWhy father wounds form even in "good" homesThe 4 questions every human heart is asking — and where to actually find the answerWhat the "sacred gap" is and why it's the doorway to real healingWhy pain is sacred, not a curseHow to be faithful in suffering without faking it (Pollyanna theology will wreck you)Why your kids don't need a perfect dad — they need a fathered oneEpisode Chapters: (00:00) Why so many men feel disconnected even when life looks good (01:15) Welcome back to Dudes Without Dads (02:30) The core lie: "My worth is something I have to prove" (05:45) Fatherlessness as a generational, biblical pattern (07:30) The 4 questions every heart is asking: Do you see me? Hear me? Know me? Understand me? (11:00) Living "for" people instead of "from" them (13:00) Lessons from The Way of the Shepherd (17:00) Crossing the "sacred gap" — the bridge between desire and freedom (19:30) Why comfort culture is sabotaging your healing (22:00) Edging God out as the author of our story (25:00) Faithfulness vs. Pollyanna theology (27:30) "Come as you are" — God has room for the ugly (30:00) As I father you, so you father your children (32:30) Practical challenge: stop chasing perfect, start being fathered (35:00) Your pain is sacred, not a curse (38:00) The Comforter is closer than you think (John 14) (40:00) How to connect with Eric ManlyResources & Links:Connect with Eric Manly: https://www.theintentionaldad.orgApply to be a guest on the show: https://dudeswithoutdadspodcast.comSubscribe so you never miss a Thursday dropAbout the Show: Dudes Without Dads is the podcast that trains men how to become the dads they never had. Hosted by Joshua Brown — the Pressure Washing Pastor — every Thursday we sit down with men who have walked through father wounds, addiction, identity struggles, and brokenness… and come out on the other side as the kind of fathers their kids actually need.If this episode added value, do three things: hit subscribe, leave a review, and share it with a brother who needs to hear it. That's how generational curses get broken.fatherhood, father wound, sonship, men's ministry, christian men, healing, identity, intentional fatherhood, dudes without dads, joshua brown, eric manly, the intentional dad, generational curses, masculinity, christian podcast, faith and fatherhood, becoming a better dad, father absence

When Mark Koch"s father died at 26, he lost his moral compass. Without that anchor, everything spiraled into chaos.As a Hollywood producer, Mark achieved the dream — million-dollar deals, Lost in Space, a film that knocked Titanic out of first place. On the outside: success. On the inside: a double life fueled by cocaine, alcohol, and constant fear of exposure.This episode reveals what happens to a man when he loses his father in his most formative years without anyone to hold him accountable. The father wound doesn't just leave a void — it drives destructive behavior patterns that ripple through every relationship and decision.Mark's story is essential listening for any man struggling with fatherlessness, addiction, success that feels empty, or the shame of living a double life. His journey from rock bottom to purpose shows what redemption looks like when you finally get honest about your wound.**This is for the man who has everything and feels nothing.****Join the movement. Become the dad you never had.****Visit:** dudeswithoutdadspodcast.com**Guest:** Mark Cook, Hollywood Producer & Author of The First Hour**Topics:** Fatherlessness, Father Wound, Addiction Recovery, Hollywood, Purpose, Double Life, Men's Discipleshipfatherhood, father wound, sonship, men's ministry, christian men, healing, identity, intentional fatherhood, dudes without dads, joshua brown, eric manly, the intentional dad, generational curses, masculinity, christian podcast, faith and fatherhood, becoming a better dad, father absence

The affair happened. Now what?Five men sat down to answer that question — not with polished answers, but from the wreckage of real decisions that almost cost them everything. This is a roundtable conversation with men who caused betrayal, survived it, and came out the other side with something hard and honest to say about it.Antoine, Curtis, Gabriel, Mike, and Cody talked about what actually goes on inside a man's mind when he is destroying something he loves. They talked about the lie that feels completely rational in the middle of a destructive decision. They talked about what betrayal does to a person's identity — and what it actually looks like when a man stops making excuses and decides to own everything no matter the cost.One man's brother was murdered. He talks about what that did to him and how he survived it.If you are on the other side of an affair right now — whether you caused it or lived through it — this conversation was made for you.What this episode covers: — Why men risk everything they love for something that doesn't last — The lie that feels true when you are in the middle of making a destructive decision — What betrayal does to a man's sense of identity — What real accountability looks like when a man decides he does not care what it costs — Why your lowest point is often right before everything changes — What it looks like to stop running and face what you have doneDudes Without Dads is the podcast for men who grew up without a strong father — and who refuse to pass that wound to the next generation. New episodes every Thursday.🌐 dudeswithoutdadspodcast.comfatherhood, father wound, sonship, men's ministry, christian men, healing, identity, intentional fatherhood, dudes without dads, joshua brown, eric manly, the intentional dad, generational curses, masculinity, christian podcast, faith and fatherhood, becoming a better dad, father absence

Most men in America are still fatherless on the inside. And most won’t do the one thing that could change it.This is a raw, unfiltered conversation with Brian Doyle (Iron Sharpens Iron) about why men stay stuck—and why showing up to a men’s conference might be the turning point.If you’ve ever wondered: Do I really need a men’s conference? Is this just another church event? Why would I give up a Saturday?This episode answers it straight.Iron Sharpens Iron is NOT a rally. It’s NOT a feel-good event. It’s training for men who know they’re not where they need to be.Most men: Had absent, passive, or emotionally unavailable fathers  Were never trained to lead, fight, or build  Are now trying to wing it as husbands, dads, and men You don’t have a discipline problem. You have a father wound.And if you don’t deal with it… you pass it on.This conversation walks through the real path:De-Formed – Wounded by what we didn’t get from our fathers Re-Formed – Meeting the Father we never had Con-Formed – Becoming the man God designed daily Trans-Formed – Leading your family, not just existing in itThis is not Sunday teaching. This is Saturday training.You’ll get: Real conversations about lust, anger, money, and pressure  Training on marriage, fatherhood, and leadership  Tools you can take home THAT DAY  Brotherhood that actually sharpens you As Brian said: “Most men aren’t broken… they’re just dull.”EVENT DETAILSIron Sharpens Iron – Indianapolis Area Saturday 8:30 AM – 2:55 PMRegister here: https://ironsharpensiron.net(Also happening nationwide—search your city)This is for: The dad who knows he’s coasting  The husband who feels disconnected  The man hiding behind work, distraction, or porn  The guy who says “I’m fine” but knows he’s not You don’t need another podcast. You need a moment that marks you.This Saturday could be that moment.CALL TO ACTIONSubscribe to Dudes Without Dads on YouTube Join the brotherhood in our Mighty Networks community And most importantly… SHOW UPfatherhood, father wound, sonship, men's ministry, christian men, healing, identity, intentional fatherhood, dudes without dads, joshua brown, eric manly, the intentional dad, generational curses, masculinity, christian podcast, faith and fatherhood, becoming a better dad, father absence

What does it look like to trust God completely when everyone around you says stay put? Nick had 17 years with the United States Postal Service, a postmaster position in Gatlinburg Tennessee, full retirement benefits, and a large family counting on every dollar. He also had a calling he could not ignore.When the COVID vaccine mandate threatened his job, Nick faced the decision that would define his family’s future — stay comfortable or go all in on God. He went all in. In this episode Nick sits down with Joshua Brown to talk about the leap of faith that changed everything, how Dave Ramsey helped his family pay off $84,000 in consumer debt in just 18 months, what it looks like to build a real estate business in 13 states while homeschooling nine children, and why your health is directly connected to your ability to lead the people you love. He also shares the one challenge he would give to any man who never had a father showing him the way.In this episode:— Why a federal postmaster with 17 years walked away from a safe government job— How Dave Ramsey’s Financial Peace University changed their family’s financial life— What it looks like to take a leap of faith with a large family depending on you— The five pillars every man needs and why most men get the order exactly wrong— Why health is directly connected to a man’s ability to lead his home— His one challenge to every fatherless man who does not know where to beginResources mentioned:— Dave Ramsey Financial Peace University — ramseysolutions.com— NeoLife Supplements — neolife.com/funlife— Nick on Instagram — @nickaverylove— dudeswithoutdadspodcast.com — Apply to be a guestConnect with Dudes Without Dads:🎙️ New episodes every Thursday🌐 dudeswithoutdadspodcast.com📲 Follow on YouTube, Instagram, TikTok & FacebookDudes Without Dads is the podcast that trains men to become the dads they never had. If this episode added value to your life please subscribe, leave a review, and share it with a man who needs it.fatherhood, father wound, sonship, men's ministry, christian men, healing, identity, intentional fatherhood, dudes without dads, joshua brown, eric manly, the intentional dad, generational curses, masculinity, christian podcast, faith and fatherhood, becoming a better dad, father absence

What does a man do when he has been in charge of his own life and made a complete mess of it? For "Goose," a 20-year Air Force navigator, the answer involved infidelity, depression, and becoming a man he didn't recognize. On January 1st, 2015, he surrendered everything to God — and that moment started a process that eventually led him to build one of the most powerful men's movements in the country.In this episode, Joshua Brown sits down with Goose, founder of Men's Alliance, to talk about what it actually takes to pull a man out of isolation and into brotherhood. Men's Alliance is not a Bible study. It's not a workout group. It's a band of brothers who meet outdoors, train hard, gather around a fire, and do what most men never do anywhere — tell the truth about what's actually going on in their lives.Goose shares some of the most powerful nights he has witnessed around that fire — a veteran whose wife just left, a father who showed up days after losing his son, and a man who confessed he was thinking about killing the person who attacked his daughter. These are the conversations that happen when men stop isolating and start being real. This episode is for every man who is white-knuckling life alone, struggling in his marriage, or slowly descending without realizing it — and needs a band of brothers before it's too late.In this episode: — Why a decorated Air Force veteran made every bad choice a married man could make — What radical honesty inside a men's group does that church small groups rarely accomplish — Why isolation is the enemy's most effective weapon against men — The aviation principle that explains why so many men are headed for a crash — What is at stake for your kids if you stay on the sideline another year — How to find or start a Men's Alliance tribe near you for freeResources mentioned: — mensalliancetribe.com — Find or start a tribe near you — Carry The Fire discipleship training — rolling out nationwide in 2026 — James 1:5 — If any of you lacks wisdom, ask God — dudeswithoutdadspodcast.com — Apply to be a guestConnect with Dudes Without Dads: 🎙️ New episodes every Thursday 🌐 dudeswithoutdadspodcast.com 📲 Follow on YouTube, Instagram, TikTok & FacebookDudes Without Dads is the podcast that trains men to become the dads they never had. If this episode added value to your life, please subscribe, leave a review, and share it with a man who needs it.fatherhood, father wound, sonship, men's ministry, christian men, healing, identity, intentional fatherhood, dudes without dads, joshua brown, eric manly, the intentional dad, generational curses, masculinity, christian podcast, faith and fatherhood, becoming a better dad, father absence

What does a boy do with what he discovers when no father is there to explain it? In this raw and honest roundtable, Joshua Brown sits down with five men — Caleb, Gabriel, Antoine, Cody, and Jason — to answer a question most men have never said out loud: where were you the first time you were exposed to pornography, and who did you go to afterward? From the projects to the woods of Tennessee, from late-night HBO to a father's hidden tape — every story is different, but the wound is the same. No guide. No father. Just a secret that slowly shaped everything.This episode traces the direct line between fatherlessness, early exposure to pornography, and the deformation of a man's identity — how boys who had no one to run to built their understanding of women, sex, and self-worth from what they found in the dark. But it doesn't stop at the wound. These men also talk about what it looks like to bring secrets into the light, how confession and community changed their marriages and their minds, and why healing starts not with becoming a better father — but with learning to be a son of the Most High first.If you grew up without a dad to guide you, if you have carried shame in silence, or if you are trying to break a cycle for your own kids — this conversation was made for you.In this episode:Why fatherless boys rarely told anyone what they foundHow early pornography exposure deforms identity, self-worth, and the way men see womenThe moment one man told his wife everything — and what she said backWhy isolation is the enemy of healingWhat it means to kill sin before sin kills youHow to become the dad you never had by first becoming a son of the Most HighResources mentioned:James 5:16 — Confess your sins to one another and you will be healedDallas Willard — The Divine ConspiracyJonathan Edwards — Be killing sin or sin will be killing yoududeswithoutdadspodcast.com — Apply to be a guestConnect with Dudes Without Dads: 🎙️ New episodes every Thursday 🌐 dudeswithoutdadspodcast.com 📲 Follow on YouTube, Instagram, TikTok & FacebookDudes Without Dads is the podcast that trains men to become the dads they never had. If this episode added value to your life, please subscribe, leave a review, and share it with a man who needs it.fatherhood, father wound, sonship, men's ministry, christian men, healing, identity, intentional fatherhood, dudes without dads, joshua brown, eric manly, the intentional dad, generational curses, masculinity, christian podcast, faith and fatherhood, becoming a better dad, father absence

Brandon Petty grew up in a home most men would never recover from. Born to a teenage mother who was married six times by the age of 25, Brandon cycled through apartments, motel rooms, and relatives' couches throughout his childhood. He was raised primarily by women while the men in his life rotated in and out — most of them carrying their own unhealed wounds of addiction and abuse.Between the ages of 8 and 11, Brandon was sexually abused by three different people, including a stepfather who was also a cocaine dealer and violently abusive toward his mother. The one stepfather who felt like a real dad — a man who took him fishing, taught him basketball, and loved him like his own — eventually lost his battle with alcoholism and walked away without warning, never to be seen again. Brandon's mother, exhausted by decades of trauma, eventually turned to drugs and ended up in prison. He finished high school living with his aunt and uncle. He met his biological father for the first time at 15, only to lose him to a sudden heart attack just as their relationship was beginning to heal.By 18, Brandon was the first person in his family to graduate high school and go to college. On a sick Sunday morning when his aunt gave him permission to stay home, he chose instead to walk into a tiny country church with bullet holes in the wall — and fell on his face at the altar. God radically saved him. But as Brandon describes it, he got out of Egypt and spent years still circling the desert. He became a pastor, planted a church, built a ministry — and was doing all of it out of a broken place, trying to earn love he'd never received.In 2015, the man who had sexually abused him at age 10 showed up as a volunteer at his own church. What followed was two months of nightmares, depression, and hiding in plain sight — until Brandon finally broke down in the shower and told his wife everything. That moment of confession became the beginning of his deepest healing. Counseling, spiritual formation, solitude sabbaticals, and the community of men he built around him helped him discover what it actually meant to be a disciple — not just a leader.Today, Brandon leads Generation Church in Portland, Tennessee, is writing a book about his journey toward wholeness, and is helping men find freedom through confession, community, and the teachings of Jesus. His closing words in this episode may be the most powerful thing you'll hear this year.Books mentioned: The Body Keeps the Score, An Invitation to a Journey, The Leader's Journey, Emotionally Healthy Spirituality, The Wounded Healer, The Wounded HeartConnect with Brandon: generationchurch.me | YouTube: Generation Church Portland Tennesseefatherhood, father wound, sonship, men's ministry, christian men, healing, identity, intentional fatherhood, dudes without dads, joshua brown, eric manly, the intentional dad, generational curses, masculinity, christian podcast, faith and fatherhood, becoming a better dad, father absence

Dustin Lundy grew up faster than any kid should have to.His father — a former stockbroker born in 1934 — was financially brilliant and emotionally absent. His mother had affairs, abandoned the family for drugs, and left behind a household that 13-year-old Dustin quietly began running on his own. By the time his dad was dying of stage four colon cancer, Dustin was the one cleaning, caregiving, and holding things together — while quietly drowning in his own alcoholism and unprocessed trauma.He never told his dad he loved him before the ICU. Until the morning he sat beside him in a coma, and saw a single tear roll down his father's face.In this brutally honest conversation, Dustin unpacks:A childhood of financial ruin, IRS audits, and emotional distanceHow he unknowingly triggered his father's relapse at age 13Raising his 12-year-old sister after his father's deathA 10-year separation from God after losing the two father figures in his lifeThe marriage crisis 18 months ago that broke him openA prayer walk, a forgiveness letter, and a 9-year-old son who asked to be baptizedThis episode is for every man who thinks he "turned out fine" — and every son who still has time to say what matters.Resources:Dudes Without Dads: https://www.dudeswithoutdadspodcast.com (update URL)Apply to be a guest: https://www.dudeswithoutdadspodcast.com/guests/intake/ (update URL)Through the Word App: https://www.throughtheword.orgNew episodes every Friday. Subscribe, share with a brother, and join the mission.fatherhood, father wound, sonship, men's ministry, christian men, healing, identity, intentional fatherhood, dudes without dads, joshua brown, eric manly, the intentional dad, generational curses, masculinity, christian podcast, faith and fatherhood, becoming a better dad, father absence

What does it actually mean to be a godly father — especially if you never had one?In this episode, host Joshua sits down with Kris Langham, co-founder of the Through the Word Bible app, to explore what Scripture teaches about godly fatherhood, father wounds, and how God specializes in breaking generational cycles.Kris challenges listeners to find a truly "perfect dad" in the Bible (spoiler: there isn't one), points to God as the only model of perfect fatherhood, and walks through the stunning story of Hosea — where children named "Not Loved" and "Not My People" are renamed by God to "Beloved" and "My People." That's the gospel. That's your story too.In this episode:The biblical definition of godly fatherhoodWhy brokenness is the starting point, not the disqualifierThe full gospel: resurrection power, not just a second chance4 practical steps to become a godly father this weekHow to use the Through the Word app with your kidsThe "Manhood Talks" plan built specifically for dads without dadsResources:Through the Word App: https://www.throughtheword.orgDudes Without Dads: https://www.dudeswithoutdadspodcast.com (update URL)Apply to be a guest: https://www.dudeswithoutdadspodcast.com/apply (update URL)New episodes every Thursday. Subscribe, share with a friend, and join the mission — training men to become the dads they never had.fatherhood, father wound, sonship, men's ministry, christian men, healing, identity, intentional fatherhood, dudes without dads, joshua brown, eric manly, the intentional dad, generational curses, masculinity, christian podcast, faith and fatherhood, becoming a better dad, father absence

Most men don’t struggle with discipline.They struggle with prayer.In this episode of Dudes Without Dads, Joshua sits down with pastor and church planter Ralph Moore to talk about why prayer feels forced, awkward, or unnecessary for many men — and what it’s quietly costing us in our marriages, leadership, identity, and fatherhood.If you grew up without a father, you probably learned how to survive.But you may have never learned how to pray.This conversation unpacks:Why prayer isn’t begging — it’s agreementThe missing ingredient in most men’s spiritual livesHow performance and control block intimacy with GodReal stories of answered prayer and divine appointmentsWhether speaking in tongues is biblical — and what it actually meansWhy what you manufacture, you have to maintainRalph shares stories from decades of ministry, including moments of healing, calling, and surrender — and how prayer shaped his life from childhood.This isn’t about religious performance.It’s about relationship.If you’re trying harder but still feel disconnected… Prayer may be the thing you’ve been missing.Who This Episode Is For:Men who feel spiritually numbFathers who want to lead but feel overwhelmedMen struggling with father woundsChristian men who don’t know how to prayLeaders trying to manufacture outcomesAnyone asking: “Why doesn’t God answer me?”Questions This Episode Answers:Why don’t most men pray?What is prayer according to the Bible?Is prayer about saying the right words?What does it mean that prayer is agreement?How do I pray if I didn’t grow up in church?Is speaking in tongues biblical?Can prayer actually change things?About Ralph MooreRalph Moore has spent decades planting churches around the world and mentoring leaders. His perspective on prayer comes not from theory — but from lived experience, answered prayers, and surrendered leadership.Key TakeawayIf you have to force it… it’s probably not prayer.Prayer is not control.It’s surrender.And for fatherless men trying to carry everything alone, that changes everything.Keywords:prayer for men why men don’t pray how to pray as a man Christian men and prayer father wounds and faith speaking in tongues explained answered prayer stories spiritual formation for men biblical prayer teaching men’s discipleship podcastfatherhood, father wound, sonship, men's ministry, christian men, healing, identity, intentional fatherhood, dudes without dads, joshua brown, eric manly, the intentional dad, generational curses, masculinity, christian podcast, faith and fatherhood, becoming a better dad, father absence

What happens when a boy grows up believing he has no value?In this episode of Dudes Without Dads, Cliff Branham shares his journey from childhood abuse, anger, and addiction to forgiveness, healing, and becoming the father he never had.Cliff grew up with an abusive and absent father. That pain shaped his identity, led to rebellion, and fueled years of destructive behavior. But through surrender, discipleship, and understanding his identity in Christ, he broke the generational cycle.In this conversation, we discuss:The long-term impact of father woundsWhy anger often masks shameHow generational trauma spreadsWhat forgiveness really meansHow to heal from childhood abuseThe role of faith and community in transformationIf you’ve struggled with father wounds, resentment, or identity confusion, this episode offers clarity and hope.father wounds healing, abusive father recovery, christian testimony, forgiving abusive parent, breaking generational curses, men’s discipleship, identity in Christ, healing childhood trauma, dudes without dads, christian men podcastChapters / Timestamps00:00 Intro 01:07 The childhood memory that shaped everything 01:12 “I had no value” — the core lie 01:14 Shaking his fist at God for 10 years 01:16 The turning point at 29 01:19 Double imputation explained simply 01:22 Before Jesus vs after Jesus 01:24 What to do if you feel worthless 01:26 Why community is essential 01:29 Message to abusive men 01:32 How his father’s story ended 01:36 “I forgive you… trust Jesus” 01:37 Final encouragementfatherhood, father wound, sonship, men's ministry, christian men, healing, identity, intentional fatherhood, dudes without dads, joshua brown, eric manly, the intentional dad, generational curses, masculinity, christian podcast, faith and fatherhood, becoming a better dad, father absence

Alcoholism doesn’t start with you—but it can end with you.In this episode of Dudes Without Dads, Fred Sebring shares his raw story of growing up without a father, being surrounded by normalized drinking, and realizing later in life that alcohol had quietly become his coping mechanism. What followed was a breaking point—and a decision to end generational alcoholism for the sake of his wife, his kids, and his faith.This conversation is for any man asking:Why do I drink when life gets hard?Is alcohol affecting my marriage or kids?How do I stop repeating what I grew up around?Is it possible to break generational cycles of addiction?Fred opens up about:Growing up fatherless in a culture where alcohol was “normal”How drinking became a learned escape, not a choiceThe moment he realized his kids were watching everythingWhy white-knuckling sobriety didn’t work for himHow prayer and fasting led to real, lasting freedomWhy forgiveness plays a critical role in healing addictionWhat it means to be a man of integrity when no one taught you howThis episode is not about shame, labels, or pretending alcohol isn’t a problem. It’s about honest self-examination, personal responsibility, and choosing a different legacy.If alcohol has been passed down in your family, this conversation will challenge you—and give you hope that change is possible.🔑 Key Topics & Keywords (for YouTube + Buzzsprout SEO)breaking generational alcoholismmen struggling with alcoholfatherless men and addictionChristian recovery from alcoholfaith-based sobrietyprayer and fasting testimonyhealing father woundsbecoming the dad you never hadalcohol and masculinity👉 Take the Next StepIf you have a story of overcoming addiction, father wounds, or breaking destructive family cycles, apply to be a guest: https://dudeswithoutdadspodcast.comSubscribe for weekly conversations helping men become the dads they never had. Share this episode with a man who needs to hear it.#AlcoholRecovery #BreakingGenerationalCycles #ChristianMenfatherhood, father wound, sonship, men's ministry, christian men, healing, identity, intentional fatherhood, dudes without dads, joshua brown, eric manly, the intentional dad, generational curses, masculinity, christian podcast, faith and fatherhood, becoming a better dad, father absence

In this episode of Dudes Without Dads, Joshua interviews Brian (Iron Sharpens Iron) about father wounds, discipleship, and becoming a godly father by first getting connected to the Perfect Father—God. You’ll learn why you can’t disciple your kids into a walk with Jesus if you’re not walking with Him yourself—and how affirmation, brotherhood, and intentional leadership change a home.What You’ll LearnWhy you can’t give away what you don’t have spirituallyThe difference between teaching what you know vs. reproducing who you areHow father wounds affect identity, addiction, and discipleshipThe power of hearing: “You are my son… I love you… I’m pleased”Why church programs can’t replace a dad’s role in spiritual formationHow to build brotherhood (iron sharpens iron) that actually changes menPractical “daily/weekly” rhythms for leading your home with intention🔗 LINKS / CTAsWebsite / Guest Application: dudeswithoutdadspodcast.comLearn more about Brian / Iron Sharpens Iron: ironsharpensiron.netSubscribe for weekly episodes (every Thursday)Share this with a friend who’s carrying father wounds#fatherhood #discipleship Chapters / Timestamps00:00 Intro: The point of being a dad (discipleship) 00:35 “You can’t give away what you don’t have” 01:10 Dads reproduce who they are (not just what they know) 02:05 Why dad is pivotal in God’s design 03:25 Common father wounds + the “Promise Keepers” moment 05:55 The Perfect Father: healing starts with God 07:10 Why everyone wins when men go from wounded to healthy 08:30 Churches miss men (and why it’s not working) 10:15 Healing + forgiveness: is it only “get right with God”? 11:10 God’s affirmation: “You are my son… I love you…” 13:05 Iron Sharpens Iron: how men are trained (not a content dump) 14:45 Brotherhood: the missing fuel for men’s growth 16:15 Practical call to action: invite men personally 18:00 Fathering rhythms: dates with kids + leading the home 20:10 Sabbath + controlling the rhythm of your household 22:10 “First things first”: wife, kids, walking with God 24:00 Recommended resources + where to find Iron Sharpens Iron 25:00 Closing: forgiveness brings peacefatherhood, father wound, sonship, men's ministry, christian men, healing, identity, intentional fatherhood, dudes without dads, joshua brown, eric manly, the intentional dad, generational curses, masculinity, christian podcast, faith and fatherhood, becoming a better dad, father absence

The most insidious lies are the ones about your identity.Are you a man who knows God exists but feels completely intimidated by the Bible? Maybe you have one on your nightstand, but it’s essentially a "good luck charm" or a paperweight. You want to be the dad you never had, but you don't know how to access the "manual."In this Roundtable episode of Dudes Without Dads, we sit down with Kris Langham to dismantle the myth that the Bible is just an "answer book" or a religious checklist. We share raw stories—from finding the Gospel of John in a prison cell to realizing that God’s Word is actually a "Love Letter" from the Father you never had.In this episode, you’ll learn:The "Math Book" Mistake: Why looking for quick answers is keeping you from real transformation.Where to Start: Why the Gospel of John is the ultimate starting point for men with father wounds.Identity Rewiring: How to replace the "old man" narrative with the truth of who God says you are.The Battle for the Mind: Why what has your mind has your "becoming.""Talking about the past heals your present." It’s time to stop hiding behind tradition and start meeting the Dad you never had.CHAPTERS: 00:00 - The Dad You Never Had 02:15 - Meeting the Father through the Word 04:30 - Why your Bible is a "Good Luck Charm" 07:10 - Gabriel’s Story: The Bible in a Prison Cell 10:45 - Why the Bible isn’t an "Answer Key" 14:20 - How to start your renewal process todayRESOURCES MENTIONED:The Gospel of JohnDudes Without Dads Community:The "Become the Dad You Never Had" Guide: CONNECT WITH US: Instagram: @DudesWithoutDads Website: www.DudesWithoutDadsPodcast.com#FatherWounds #ChristianIdentity #HowToReadTheBible #DudesWithoutDads #GenerationalTrauma #MensMinistry #Faithfatherhood, father wound, sonship, men's ministry, christian men, healing, identity, intentional fatherhood, dudes without dads, joshua brown, eric manly, the intentional dad, generational curses, masculinity, christian podcast, faith and fatherhood, becoming a better dad, father absence

What does fatherlessness do to a man’s heart, identity, and future?In this deeply moving episode of Dudes Without Dads, Randy Floyd shares his story of growing up without a father, navigating trauma, identity confusion, addiction, and emotional pain—until a life-changing encounter with Jesus at 16 redefined everything.This conversation explores the long-term effects of father absence, the orphan mindset many men live with, and how God heals father wounds by stepping in as the Father we never had. Randy’s testimony speaks directly to men who feel lost, unseen, or unsure of who they are—and to parents who wonder if their mistakes define their children’s future.This episode covers:Growing up without a dad and its impact on masculinityHow father wounds lead to addiction, pride, and broken relationshipsIdentity struggles in men raised without fathersGod’s heart for the fatherlessHealing emotional trauma through faithWhy presence is more powerful than perfection in parentingDudes Without Dads is a podcast dedicated to helping men become the fathers they never had—through honesty, healing, and hope.👉 Apply to share your story: https://dudeswithoutdadspodcast.com 👉 New episodes released weeklyfatherhood, father wound, sonship, men's ministry, christian men, healing, identity, intentional fatherhood, dudes without dads, joshua brown, eric manly, the intentional dad, generational curses, masculinity, christian podcast, faith and fatherhood, becoming a better dad, father absence

What happens when success, money, and achievement still leave you empty?In this powerful episode of Dudes Without Dads, Mike Wiggin shares his raw journey through father wounds, addiction, anger, and performance-based identity—and how grace completely transformed his life, faith, and fatherhood.Mike opens up about growing up with a performance-driven father, spiraling into drugs and rebellion, and the moment he realized he was becoming the very dad he never wanted to be. Through surrender, repentance, and grace, he learned how to break generational cycles and raise his sons differently.In this episode, we cover:How father wounds shape anger and identityWhy performance-based love leads to addiction and burnoutThe difference between punishment and godly disciplineHow grace changes the way we parentWhat true surrender to Jesus really looks likeBreaking generational curses as a man and a fatherIf you’re struggling with anger, identity, or becoming the dad you never had, this conversation will meet you right where you are.👉 Subscribe for weekly episodes helping men become the dads they never had 👉 Apply to be a guest: https://dudeswithoutdadspodcast.comfatherhood, father wound, sonship, men's ministry, christian men, healing, identity, intentional fatherhood, dudes without dads, joshua brown, eric manly, the intentional dad, generational curses, masculinity, christian podcast, faith and fatherhood, becoming a better dad, father absence

Father wounds don’t just live in your mind—they live in your body.In this powerful conversation, Joshua Brown sits down with Justin Early, author of The Body Teaches the Soul, to unpack how absent, distracted, or destructive fathers shape men’s mental health, habits, addictions, and even physical responses like anxiety, anger, and shutdown.Justin explains why information alone doesn’t heal men—and how embodied practices like sleep, food, exercise, male friendship, and lament are essential for breaking generational cycles and becoming the dad you never had.This episode is especially for men who feel:Spiritually saved but emotionally disconnectedStuck in anxiety, addiction, or shameLike they’re “half alive” and don’t know whyHealing doesn’t start in your head alone. It starts in your body.🔑 What You’ll Learn in This EpisodeWhy father wounds are stored in the body, not just the mindHow habits shape your heart more than intentionsThe connection between mental health, addiction, and embodimentWhy ignoring your body keeps men spiritually stuckHow male friendship and physical presence restore safetyWhat biblical lament is—and how it heals anger and griefHow to break generational patterns and model wholeness for your kids📘 Featured Resource📖 The Body Teaches the Soul: How to Build Habits That Shape Your Head and Your Heart By Justin Early(Bible Study Guide + Streaming Video available)🎧 About Dudes Without DadsDudes Without Dads exists to help men heal father wounds, break generational cycles, and become the dads they never had. Every episode offers real conversations, practical tools, and hope for men who want a different legacy.👉 Apply to share your story: https://dudeswithoutdadspodcast.com 👉 Subscribe & follow for weekly episodes 👉 Share this episode with a man who needs it🕒 Chapters / Timestamps (YouTube)00:00 Intro – Father Wounds & the Body 02:00 Justin’s Mental Health Collapse 05:00 Why Habits Shape the Heart 07:30 Why God Cares About Bodies 10:30 Father Wounds, Addiction & Anxiety 14:00 Can You Be Spiritually Healthy but Physically Unhealthy? 17:30 Eating as an Act of Worship 21:00 Lower Brain vs Upper Brain 27:00 The Healing Power of Male Friendship 34:00 What Is Biblical Lament? 38:00 Hope for the Man Who Feels Half Alive📌 Pinned Comment (YouTube)Start here → 21:00 (Why father wounds live in the body)Key moments:05:00 Habits shape your heart14:00 Spiritual health & the body27:00 Why men need male friendship34:00 Lament explained38:00 Hope for men who feel stuck👉 Apply to share your story: https://dudeswithoutdadspodcast.comfatherhood, father wound, sonship, men's ministry, christian men, healing, identity, intentional fatherhood, dudes without dads, joshua brown, eric manly, the intentional dad, generational curses, masculinity, christian podcast, faith and fatherhood, becoming a better dad, father absence

This episode explores God’s original design for family, why modern Western culture broke it, and how men without father figures can rebuild strong, multi-generational legacies. Jeremy Pryor shares biblical first principles, practical rhythms like weekly family meals, and a compelling vision for family discipleship.What You’ll Learn:Why the modern Western idea of family is historically brokenThe biblical purpose of family from GenesisHow hyper-individualism destroys fathers and communitiesWhy men need identity clarity before leadershipThe power of weekly multi-generational family mealsHow to rebuild legacy even if you never had a dadWhat practical steps dads can take starting todayWhat if the family model you grew up with was never God’s design? In this episode, Jeremy Pryor explains why modern culture broke family—and how men can rebuild legacy even without a dad.Key Takeaways:Why Western individualism is crushing familiesThe 5-part biblical mission of family from GenesisHow weekly family meals rebuild identity and legacyWhy men must stop finding identity in workPractical steps to disciple your kids at homeLinks & CTAs: ➡️ Apply to be a guest: https://dudeswithoutdadspodcast.com ➡️ Learn more about Family Teams: https://familyteams.com ➡️ Subscribe for weekly episodes helping men become the dads they never had#familydiscipleship #biblicalfatherhood #dudeswithoutdads⏱️ Chapters / Timestamps00:00 Intro – Why Family Is Broken02:00 What Went Wrong With Family06:00 Western Culture vs Biblical Design10:00 God’s Original Purpose for Family15:00 Why Individualism Destroys Meaning20:00 Vision for a Biblical Family Legacy25:00 What Dads Must Stop Doing30:00 One Habit That Changes Everything (Family Meals)37:00 Why the Church Lost This Practice45:00 Rapid-Fire Dad Questions52:00 Family Teams & Building Legacyfatherhood, father wound, sonship, men's ministry, christian men, healing, identity, intentional fatherhood, dudes without dads, joshua brown, eric manly, the intentional dad, generational curses, masculinity, christian podcast, faith and fatherhood, becoming a better dad, father absence

A candid roundtable discussion on demonic warfare, forgiveness, and spiritual authority. Spiritual warfare is real—and unforgiveness can keep you trapped. In this Dudes Without Dads roundtable, we unpack Luke 11, deliverance, and why demons “return” when a life is swept clean but not filled with the Holy Spirit.In this episode:Luke 11: where demons go “seeking rest”Real stories: prison, overdose, church hurt, missionsForgiveness, repentance, and closing spiritual doorsPrayer as the battle plan for dads who want freedomNext steps ✅ Subscribe for weekly episodes (Every Thursday) ✅ Share this with a brother who needs it ✅ Want to share your story? Apply to be a guest:Guest Application: dudeswithoutdadspodcast.com#forgiveness #spiritualwarfare #christianmenChapters / Timestamps00:00 Intro: “He’s stronger than you… but God moves the pieces” 00:01 The question: Where do demons go? (Luke 11) 00:02 Jason’s story: salvation, unforgiveness, spiral 00:05 “Swept clean” without the Holy Spirit (religion vs. renewal) 00:06 Exorcism story: spirit returns with more 00:08 Prison testimony: JD, mercy, then the warning 00:09 Subscribe break: mission of Dudes Without Dads 00:11 Years later: JD returns in chains—“I didn’t go to church…” 00:14 Tim’s story: prayer, deliverance, power of Jesus’ name 00:17 Sweden: “don’t get trapped in the veneer” 00:22 Night attacks/sleep paralysis + the occult doorways 00:27 Repentance, discipleship, and why we “toss people to wolves” 00:28 Missions story: witchcraft mountain + downstream anxiety 00:35 “The world lies in the sway of the wicked one” 00:41 Forgiveness: the artery blockage / revival of prayer & forgiveness 00:43 Prayer that stopped revenge and saved a future 00:48 Final question: forgiving others + forgiving yourself 00:50 Practical forgiveness: speak it out loud, start with Jesus 00:56 Forgiveness & justice: release them to the Judge 00:59 Church hurt story: forgiveness as a process 01:03 Closing prayer (Ephesians) 01:06 Guest invite: share your storyfatherhood, father wound, sonship, men's ministry, christian men, healing, identity, intentional fatherhood, dudes without dads, joshua brown, eric manly, the intentional dad, generational curses, masculinity, christian podcast, faith and fatherhood, becoming a better dad, father absence

What do you do when your dad is drunk, absent, and ruins your childhood—then you grow up and realize you’re becoming just like him?In this raw conversation, Joshua Brown sits down with Gary Wilber to talk about growing up with an alcoholic father, the rage and embarrassment he carried for years, and the spiritual wake-up call that turned him from workaholic provider into a present, intentional dad. If you’re wrestling with father wounds, forgiveness, or feeling exhausted as a dad, this one is for you.In this episode you’ll learn:How growing up with an alcoholic dad shaped Gary’s childhood and identityThe rock-bottom moment when his father embarrassed him in front of his friendsWhy his mom stayed in a hard marriage—and what Gary learned from her loyaltyHow Gary realized he was repeating his dad’s pattern through workaholismThe men’s retreat that “slapped him awake” and changed his fatherhood foreverWhat forgiveness really is (and why it’s more for you than for your dad)Practical advice for worn-out dads who have nothing left in the tank after workSimple spiritual habits to lead your family and keep your eyes on Jesus👊 Ready to become the dad you never had? 🔗 Learn more about Dudes Without Dads: https://www.dudeswithoutdadspodcast.com/If this helped you, share it with a man who needs to hear he’s not alone.#DudesWithoutDads #ChristianMen #FatherhoodChapters / Timestamps00:00 – Cold open: “My dad was an alcoholic…” 00:55 – Welcome to Dudes Without Dads + intro to Gary 01:30 – Youngest of six: growing up with a weekend drunk dad 02:20 – “Dad, will you play catch?” and the pain of broken promises 03:10 – An always-driving mom and a house full of yelling 03:55 – Escaping home through sports, student council, and busyness 04:35 – Mom’s loyalty, marriage vows, and why she never left 06:00 – Should you stay or leave a hard marriage? Gary’s perspective 07:10 – From alcoholic dad to workaholic son: repeating the pattern 08:10 – The spiritual “slap” that woke Gary up as a father 09:30 – Want to share your story on Dudes Without Dads? (host CTA) 10:35 – Teen years: no dad to ask about manhood, porn, and wrong turns 11:40 – Meeting his wife’s steady farmer dad and learning real manhood 12:50 – A teacher speaks leadership into him: “You’ll be president one day” 14:00 – Leadership, mentors, and deciding who you want to become 14:45 – Rock-bottom embarrassment: dad yelling at his friends in high school 16:00 – “I refused to forgive him… until my wife called me out” 17:10 – Telling his dad “I forgive you” before he died 18:05 – The heart healing that came with forgiveness 19:00 – Realizing his kids would remember him like he remembered his dad 20:30 – Mid-episode giving + support invitation from Joshua 21:40 – Selling the business and becoming a more present dad 22:30 – Coaching, choir concerts, football games, and just being there 23:15 – What is Cursillo? Gary explains the retreat that changed him 24:20 – Why men need time, space, and silence with God 25:20 – Exhausted dads of toddlers: “Your job starts when you get home” 26:10 – It’s not 50/50—it’s 100/100 in marriage 27:20 – Sex, serving your wife, and showing up at home 28:15 – Men as spiritual leaders and the cost of absent fathers 29:15 – Simple habits: Bible, prayer, and small daily faith steps 31:10 – Depending on God when you have nothing leftfatherhood, father wound, sonship, men's ministry, christian men, healing, identity, intentional fatherhood, dudes without dads, joshua brown, eric manly, the intentional dad, generational curses, masculinity, christian podcast, faith and fatherhood, becoming a better dad, father absence

What happens when a boy grows up fatherless, afraid, and surrounded by violence — and then God interrupts his story?This is Christian Rasmussen’s raw and unfiltered testimony of healing, identity, and manhood restored.In This Podcast:Growing up in chaos without a fatherAbuse, poverty, fear & generational brokennessThe moment God showed upHow Christian learned to walk as a man of integrityBreaking cycles for his future familyThe gospel in the simplest possible formReal hope for every man who grew up without a dadfatherhood, father wound, sonship, men's ministry, christian men, healing, identity, intentional fatherhood, dudes without dads, joshua brown, eric manly, the intentional dad, generational curses, masculinity, christian podcast, faith and fatherhood, becoming a better dad, father absence

Gabriel Neves grew up with an alcoholic, abusive stepdad, ran with gangs, and hit rock bottom facing a life sentence in prison—until Jesus met him in a jail cell and rewrote his story. In this episode of Dudes Without Dads, he shares how God broke addiction, healed father wounds, restored his relationship with his dad, and turned him into a husband, father, and pastor.What You’ll Learn:How growing up with an abusive, alcoholic father shaped Gabriel’s view of manhood and identity.The moment gang life, drugs, and violence led him to a near life sentence in prison.How a simple, persistent gospel witness (and a Bible in jail) sparked a radical heart transformation.The difference between condemnation and conviction—and how to hear God’s voice over shame.How God restored his relationship with the man who once terrorized his home.Practical advice for dads who never had a dad and feel terrified of repeating the cycle.Why healing from father wounds is possible through Jesus, community, and honest repentance.fatherhood, father wound, sonship, men's ministry, christian men, healing, identity, intentional fatherhood, dudes without dads, joshua brown, eric manly, the intentional dad, generational curses, masculinity, christian podcast, faith and fatherhood, becoming a better dad, father absence

What happens when a fatherless boy meets pornography at eight years old, grows up angry, addicted, and suicidal—then hears a stranger say, “The heavens are open over you, God has called you to ministry”?In this vulnerable conversation, Seth Watkins shares his journey from fatherlessness, porn addiction, and depression to freedom in Jesus, healing from abandonment, and a new legacy as a husband, soon-to-be dad, and minister of the gospel.You’ll hear about:Growing up without a dad and feeling like “a menace to society”How early porn exposure created cycles of shame, lust, and lonelinessHomelessness, anger, and the social anxiety porn produced in his lifeThe rock-bottom moment when he considered ending it allThe phone call and church encounter that literally saved his lifeHow a prophetic word unlocked his calling into ministryPractical tools Seth still uses: accountability, software, community, and counselingHow he plans to father differently and break generational curses🔗 Links & Next Steps🌐 Learn more about Dudes Without Dads: https://www.dudeswithoutdadspodcast.com/📩 Share Your Story or Apply to Be a Guest: https://www.dudeswithoutdadspodcast.com/contact/If this episode encouraged you, send it to a man who grew up without a dad. We’re breaking chains together.#dudeswithoutdads #fatherless #christianmenfatherhood, father wound, sonship, men's ministry, christian men, healing, identity, intentional fatherhood, dudes without dads, joshua brown, eric manly, the intentional dad, generational curses, masculinity, christian podcast, faith and fatherhood, becoming a better dad, father absence

What happens when five men who grew up without fathers sit down to talk about forgiveness, healing, and becoming the dads they never had? You get one of the most powerful conversations we've ever recorded.In this roundtable episode, you'll hear:Antjuan's Story: Growing up in North Tulsa without a father, finding mentorship through a basketball coach, and discovering that community starts with the family.Gabriel's Journey: From seeking validation in gang life to finding true identity and forgiveness in a prison cell. His story will challenge everything you think about redemption.Curtis's Testimony: Adopted as a baby, he shares how his earthly father's unconditional love became a picture of God's adoption—and how he forgave his biological father after years of silence.Coty's Breaking Point: The moment he confessed his addiction to his wife and experienced Christ's love through her grace: "It's not me against you—it's you and me against whatever this is."The Power of Forgiveness: Curtis shares the heartbreaking story of his brother's murder and how God led him to forgive—not just others, but himself.Key Insights:Why mentorship is the most critical investment for fatherless menHow gang members become surrogate fathers in the absence of real onesThe moment each man experienced personal forgiveness that changed everythingWhy forgiveness is the foundation of becoming the dad you never hadHow God shows up as Father when earthly fathers failThis Episode is For You If:You grew up without a father and don't know where to startYou're struggling to forgive someone who hurt you deeplyYou're a young dad trying to figure it out without a modelYou feel disqualified from God's love because of your pastYou want to break generational cycles but don't know howImportant Reminder: Nothing disqualifies you from God's love. Your past doesn't define your future. You can become the dad you never had.Guest Invitation: Gabriel closes with a powerful invitation—if you've believed the lie that God doesn't love people like you, this episode is for you.• Coaching / Speaking → https://dudeswithoutdadspodcast.com/coaching• Support the mission → https://dudeswithoutdadspodcast.com/give• Subscribe → https://dudeswithoutdadspodcast.buzzsprout.com• Connect with BetterMan → https://betterman.comfatherhood, father wound, sonship, men's ministry, christian men, healing, identity, intentional fatherhood, dudes without dads, joshua brown, eric manly, the intentional dad, generational curses, masculinity, christian podcast, faith and fatherhood, becoming a better dad, father absence

If you grew up without a dad—or with one who was distracted or destructive—this episode will hit home. Chris Harper from BetterMan joins Joshua Brown to talk about what happens when a man finally finds clarity, community, and calling.Chris shares his story of chasing everything that didn’t satisfy, how God rebuilt him, and why the 4 W’s of manhood (Word, Woman, Work, World) are changing families across the country.In This Episode:How father wounds shape your faith and identityWhy holiness is the new happinessThe 11-week path to biblical manhoodThe #1 reason men need other menHow to bless your kids—starting todayLinks: • Learn more at dudeswithoutdadspodcast.com • Join a BetterMan group → betterman.com • Subscribe for more conversations that grow godly menKeywords: father wounds, biblical manhood, BetterMan, discipleship, fatherhood, christian men, masculinityfatherhood, father wound, sonship, men's ministry, christian men, healing, identity, intentional fatherhood, dudes without dads, joshua brown, eric manly, the intentional dad, generational curses, masculinity, christian podcast, faith and fatherhood, becoming a better dad, father absence

Officer Ezekiel “EZ” Zimmerman grew up without a father, was adopted at nine, and later discovered a calling to ministry—while wearing a badge. In this raw and hope-filled conversation, EZ shares how God turned anger and identity wounds into a life of service as a deputy sheriff and school resource officer.You’ll hear the adoption story behind his name change, why the word “chosen” reframed his identity, and a jaw-dropping account of an arrest that became a redemption story. EZ also issues a heartfelt challenge to law enforcement across America—inviting officers to find healing, purpose, and community in Christ.What we cover:Father wounds, anger, and early faith through his grandparentsThe courtroom moment that changed his name and futureMinistry “behind the badge” and how faith changes policingA real story of addiction to freedom (and how a single question sparked it)A challenge and invitation to every officer listeningLife verse: Jeremiah 29:11–13 and the promises inside itResource: Wild at Heart by John Eldredge (men’s discipleship)Connect with Officer EZ: • Facebook: search “Ezekiel Zimmerman” (ambassador page) • Email: [email protected] • Agency: Howard County Sheriff’s Office, Kokomo, IN • National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial (Indiana Ambassador)🙌 Subscribe and join a community of men who are breaking cycles, healing from the past, and building strong families through faith.🔔 SUBSCRIBE NOW:    / @dudeswithoutdadspodcast   🎧 Listen to full episodes on Spotify / Apple Podcasts:: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2512163🙌 Support the Mission: Every gift helps us reach more people: https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_butt...Connect with the Show: • Share this episode with an officer or someone battling addiction • Visit our site for resources & show notes • Subscribe and leave a review—it helps more “dudes without dads” find hopeHashtags: #Adoption #Faith #LawEnforcement #Testimony #IdentityInChristChapter Markers (Buzzsprout Timestamps)00:00 Intro 00:18 Early years & father wounds 02:10 Realizing what’s missing 04:45 Big brother’s influence 07:00 Brother leaves for the Army 09:00 Anger, loss & coping 12:00 Faith through grandma’s church 14:00 Meeting John (the future “Dad”) 16:00 Adoption & name change to Zimmerman 18:00 What it means to be “chosen” 21:00 Advice for would-be adoptive parents 23:00 Identity in Christ, heritage & DNA 27:00 Calling to law enforcement + ministry 33:00 Can a cop be a minister? 36:00 The warrant, the planned attack… and a miracle 42:00 Addiction to freedom: chapel, banquet, job, church 46:00 A charge to officers in America 49:00 How to seek God & find a church 52:00 Life verse: Jeremiah 29:11–13 56:00 Where to find Officer EZ & final challengefatherhood, father wound, sonship, men's ministry, christian men, healing, identity, intentional fatherhood, dudes without dads, joshua brown, eric manly, the intentional dad, generational curses, masculinity, christian podcast, faith and fatherhood, becoming a better dad, father absence

Welcome to Dudes Without Dads — where broken stories become stories of redemption. This podcast episode dives into the lasting impact of a fatherless upbringing and how it shapes our relationships. Discover hope and strategies for mental health as we explore the complexities of childhood experiences and redefine what it means to be a father, while navigating emotional challenges.In this powerful episode, Gabriel Nieves shares his raw and redemptive journey from a fatherless childhood and gang involvement to discovering hope, identity, and purpose in Jesus Christ. Facing a life sentence, Gabriel experienced the radical love of God behind bars, turning his life around and now serving as a pastor in the very city he once terrorized.🎙️ Hosted by Joshua Brown, this podcast exists to help men who grew up without fathers become the dads they never had.🙌 Subscribe and join a community of men who are breaking cycles, healing from the past, and building strong families through faith.🔔 SUBSCRIBE NOW: https://www.youtube.com/@UCaj6v1EF8LLG7MYP7u-FifQ 🎧 Listen to full episodes on Spotify / Apple Podcasts:: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2512163🙌 Support the Mission: Every gift helps us reach more people: https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=WYH4HRS8EW7K2📖 Grab Gabriel Nieves Book: https://www.amazon.com/Beyond-Gang-Gabriel-Nieves/dp/1092398333→ Buy one for yourself — and one to give to another dude who needs it.#DudesWithoutDads #ChristianPodcast #Fatherhood #Testimony #JesusSaves #RedemptionStory #faithpodcast 🎧 Listen to full episodes on Spotify / Apple Podcasts:: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2512163Timestamps: 00:00 - Growing up without a father 03:00 - First exposure to 07:00 - Joining a gang at age 13 14:00 - Drug addiction and 20:00 - Arrest and facing life in prison 24:00 - Encountering Jesus in jail 30:00 - Transformation and redemption 35:00 - Life today and the call to fatherhoodfatherhood, father wound, sonship, men's ministry, christian men, healing, identity, intentional fatherhood, dudes without dads, joshua brown, eric manly, the intentional dad, generational curses, masculinity, christian podcast, faith and fatherhood, becoming a better dad, father absence

A quick intro to the Dudes Without Dads podcast. Hosted by Joshua Brown, this movement is for men who desire to become the dads they never had —through powerful stories, practical tools, and a Christ-centered network that serves the local church and partners in disciple-making. fatherhood, father wound, sonship, men's ministry, christian men, healing, identity, intentional fatherhood, dudes without dads, joshua brown, eric manly, the intentional dad, generational curses, masculinity, christian podcast, faith and fatherhood, becoming a better dad, father absence