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The Heart Of A Man

The Heart of a Man: Still Showing Up is a raw, faith-rooted podcast about manhood, marriage, and the weight we carry in silence. Hosted by Charlie Eckenrode — husband, father, EMT — this show invites men, women, and believers into honest conversations about love, leadership, struggle, and showing up when it’s hard. No ego. No filters. Just the heart of a man, still choosing to fight for what matters.

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    Dressed for Battle – Putting On the Whole Armor of God

    This episode is called “Dressed for Battle: Putting On the Whole Armor of God.” Because let’s be real — life is a battlefield. And if you’re trying to fight spiritual wars with emotional weapons, you’re gonna get wrecked.

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    The Man in the Mirror: When You Don’t Like What You See

    This episode dives into self-doubt, guilt, regret, and the internal struggle men face when confronting who they’ve become versus who they want to be. It’s about learning to see yourself through God’s eyes, not just your mistakes.

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    Episode 5

    Join as I share some personal experiences this week.

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    EPISODE 4-From Broken to Building: Becoming the Man I Needed to Be

    There was a time I was more wreckage than man — controlling, insecure, emotionally shut down, and stuck in patterns that hurt the people I loved most.But I didn’t stay there.In this episode, I open up about what it means to rebuild from the ground up — to face your past, own your failures, and choose to become the man your family needs. Not the perfect man, but a present one. A faithful one. A man who shows up differently than he used to.This is for the man who’s trying to grow… for the woman praying he does… and for anyone learning that healing is messy, but worth it.

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    When God Feels Distant: Spiritual Dryness

    There are seasons when it feels like our prayers hit the ceiling. When we open our Bibles and the words feel lifeless. When we ask, “God, where are You?” and all we get is silence. In this episode, I open up about what spiritual dryness really looks like — the frustration, the doubt, the disconnection — and how we can keep showing up in faith anyway.We talk about why these dry seasons happen, what the Bible says about them, and how to anchor ourselves in truth when we don’t feel it. If you’re in a season where you’re tired, empty, or questioning everything — this one’s for you.Even in silence, He’s still speaking. Even in stillness, He’s still moving. Don’t give up. Keep showing up.

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    Episode 1 Tired but still Showing Up

    Episode 1 – I’m Tired… But I’m Still Showing UpIn the first episode, we’re starting with the truth most men are afraid to say out loud: “I’m exhausted.” Not just physically—but emotionally, mentally, spiritually. This is for the dads, the husbands, the men who feel stretched thin but still keep showing up every day. I’ll talk about the weight we carry, the silence we sit in, and why showing up—tired, broken, or unsure—is still powerful.Scripture Reference: Galatians 6:9 (KJV) – “And let us not be weary in well doing: for in due season we shall reap, if we faint not.”

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    Episode 2: Emotional distance

    Episode 2 – Emotional Distance: How It Creeps In and How We Close the GapIn this episode, we’re breaking down emotional distance—what it is, how it shows up in relationships, and why it’s so damaging when left unspoken. I’ll share real talk from a man’s perspective on disconnection, pride, fear, and the silence that separates us from the people we love most. We’ll also talk about practical, faith-driven steps to rebuild connection and lead with love—even when it’s hard.

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    Trailer

    TrailerIn this trailer, meet Charlie — a husband, father, EMT, and man of faith — as he introduces The Heart of a Man: Still Showing Up. This is a podcast for anyone carrying silent battles: men showing up tired, women trying to understand them, and anyone chasing love, growth, and purpose. If you’ve ever felt alone in the fight, this space is for you.

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ABOUT THIS SHOW

The Heart of a Man: Still Showing Up is a raw, faith-rooted podcast about manhood, marriage, and the weight we carry in silence. Hosted by Charlie Eckenrode — husband, father, EMT — this show invites men, women, and believers into honest conversations about love, leadership, struggle, and showing up when it’s hard. No ego. No filters. Just the heart of a man, still choosing to fight for what matters.

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irishguyfrompa

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How many episodes does The Heart Of A Man have?

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What is The Heart Of A Man about?

The Heart of a Man: Still Showing Up is a raw, faith-rooted podcast about manhood, marriage, and the weight we carry in silence. Hosted by Charlie Eckenrode — husband, father, EMT — this show invites men, women, and believers into honest conversations about love, leadership, struggle, and showing...

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The Heart Of A Man is created and hosted by irishguyfrompa.
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