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The Patros Podcast
Why are younger men confused more than ever about how to be a man? Statistics on fatherlessness suggest it’s because for decades men were completely absent from their children’s lives. Join Man Up CEO, Jeff Ford, and Allan Pereira, alongside a panel of guests, as they wrestle with questions aimed at helping guys develop a healthy view of masculinity and live as godly men. If you are looking for a version of masculinity that doesn’t include the words “toxic” or “soft”, or if you simply need some encouragement and a laugh, join us . . . we’ll help you become a better man.
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Why Do We Give Our Families Our Worst?
Why do the people we love most sometimes get the worst version of us? After long days at work, stressful responsibilities, and the demands of everyday life, it's easy to come home exhausted, impatient, and emotionally unavailable. Unfortunately, our spouses, children, and families can end up...
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How Do You Move Forward After Church Hurt?
What happens after you've experienced church hurt? In Part 2 of our conversation on church hurt, we go deeper into what it looks like to actually move forward after broken trust, disappointment, unhealthy leadership, or painful experiences within the church. We discuss forgiveness, boundaries,...
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How Do You Heal From Church Hurt?
What do you do when the place that was supposed to provide community, support, and spiritual growth becomes a source of pain? In this episode of the Patros Podcast, we have an honest conversation about church hurt, broken trust, unhealthy leadership, disappointment, and the lasting impact…
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How Should Men Lead Their Families? | Matthew Michini
What does it take to build a healthy home and lead your family well? In this special episode of the Patros Podcast, we sit down with author Matthew Michini to discuss fatherhood, marriage, leadership, respect, and the responsibility men have to create healthy environments for their…
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How to Forgive a Father Who Hurt You
How do you forgive a father, or a parent, who caused deep pain in your life? In this episode of the Patros Podcast, we explore the difficult process of forgiving neglectful, absent, or hurtful parents and what healthy forgiveness can actually look like.We discuss how unresolved wounds from...
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How to Be a Good Father With Past Trauma
How can you be a good father when you're still carrying pain from your past? In this episode of the Patros Podcast, we explore how childhood trauma, difficult family relationships, absent fathers, loss, and painful experiences can affect the way men parent their own children.We discuss breaking...
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What Will People Remember About You?
What does it really mean to leave a legacy? In this episode, we explore why legacy is about more than money, accomplishments, status, or having your name remembered. It’s built through the way you live, the people you invest in, the character you develop, and the impact you make on your family…
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How Can Men Impact Their Culture?
How can men actually make an impact on the culture around them? In this episode, we explore why cultural change doesn’t begin with complaining about society, it begins with the way we live. From our families and friendships to our workplaces, churches, and communities, men have opportunities…
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How to Engage With Politics in a Healthy Way
How can you engage with politics without letting it consume your life? In this episode, we explore what healthy political engagement looks like in an increasingly divided culture. We discuss political identity, social media, outrage, disagreement, relationships, voting, and how to stay informed...
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How Seriously Should Men Take Their Health?
How seriously should men take their health? In this episode, we discuss why physical health is about more than appearance it's about energy, longevity, leadership, and showing up for the people who depend on you. We explore common reasons men delay doctor visits, ignore warning signs, or put…
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How Do You Find Your Calling?
How do you discover your calling in life? Is calling something you find overnight, or is it developed through faithfulness, growth, and serving others? In this episode, we explore the difference between purpose, career, and calling, along with practical ways to recognize your gifts, passions, and...
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Men, This is Why You Feel Alone
Why do so many men feel lonely today? Despite being more connected than ever, millions of men struggle with isolation, shallow friendships, and a lack of meaningful community. In this episode, we explore the loneliness epidemic facing men, why authentic brotherhood is essential for growth, and…
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The Biggest Lie Men Believe About Church
Is church really optional for men? Many believe they can grow spiritually on their own without being part of a local church, but is that true? In this episode, we challenge one of the biggest misconceptions men have about church involvement and explore why community, accountability, mentorship…
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The Real Problem With the Church
What is the real problem with the church today? Is it declining attendance, church hurt, cultural pressure or something deeper? In this episode, we take an honest look at the challenges facing the modern church while exploring the encouraging trend of more men returning in search of purpose,...
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How Men Can Build Healthy Friendships
Why are so many men lonely today, and what does it take to build lasting friendships? In this episode, we explore the growing loneliness epidemic among men and discuss practical ways to form deeper, healthier relationships. We talk about vulnerability, shared purpose, consistency, community, and...
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How Should Men Lead Their Families?
What does it mean for a man to lead his family in a healthy way? In this episode, we explore leadership through the lens of responsibility, presence, emotional steadiness, and service rather than control or dominance. We discuss how men can create stability, build trust, model character, and…
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What Makes a Healthy Marriage Last?
What are the essential ingredients of a healthy marriage? In this episode, we explore the habits, mindsets, and relationship skills that help marriages thrive over the long term. From communication and trust to commitment, conflict resolution, emotional connection, and shared purpose, we break…
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What Most Men Get Wrong About Fatherhood
What do men often misunderstand about fatherhood? In this episode, we challenge common assumptions about being a dad and explore what children truly need from their fathers. From emotional presence and consistency to leadership and responsibility, we discuss the habits, attitudes, and...
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What Defines a Man's Identity Today?
What gives a man his identity? Career, relationships, success, status, or something deeper? In this episode, we explore the growing identity crisis facing men and why so many feel disconnected from purpose, direction, and meaning. Drawing from themes in The Way of the Patros, we discuss how...
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What Does a Healthy Man Look Like?
What does the world truly need from men today? In this episode, we discuss The Way of the Patros, a new book challenging men to rediscover healthy masculinity, spiritual fatherhood, and purposeful leadership. We explore the growing crisis of absent male leadership, why passive masculinity affects...
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How Much Stress Is Too Much?
Stress is part of life, but when does it become unhealthy? In this episode, we explore the difference between productive pressure and chronic stress, how stress affects the mind and body, and the warning signs that things are going too far. We discuss burnout, anxiety, performance, sleep,...
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When Should Men Seek Mental Health Help?
How do men know when it’s time to ask for help with mental health? In this episode, we explore stress, anxiety, depression, burnout, isolation, and the warning signs many men ignore for too long. We discuss the difference between resilience and suppression, why many men struggle to open up, and…
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Is It Ever OK for Men to Be Angry?
Is anger always a problem or can it be used in a healthy way? In this episode, we explore when anger is justified, when it becomes destructive, and how men can learn to manage it effectively. We break down triggers, emotional control, communication, and the difference between reacting and...
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How to Quit Porn and Take Control
Struggling to quit porn or wondering how it’s affecting your focus, relationships, and mental health? In this episode, we break down the psychology behind porn use, including habit loops, dopamine, and triggers, and offer practical strategies to regain control. We discuss discipline, environment...
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Is Social Media Helping or Hurting You?
Is social media improving your life or quietly pulling you away from what matters most? In this episode, we explore the real impact of social media on attention, mental health, relationships, productivity, and self-image. We discuss dopamine loops, comparison, distraction, and the benefits of...
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Should Men Take CBD Gummies?
Are CBD gummies actually helpful or just another wellness trend? In this episode, we explore the potential benefits and risks of CBD, including stress relief, sleep, recovery, and mental clarity. We also discuss regulation, dosage, dependency concerns, and how CBD fits into a broader approach to...
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Golf and the Hidden Dangers of Escapism
Is golf a healthy outlet or a subtle form of escape? In this episode, we explore when hobbies like golf cross the line from recreation into avoidance. We discuss escapism, responsibility, time management, and how easy it is to justify hours on the course while neglecting what actually matters.…
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Is Gambling Bad or Harmless Entertainment?
Is gambling just harmless entertainment or does it carry real risks? In this episode, we explore the pros and cons of gambling, including entertainment value, social aspects, and the potential for addiction, financial loss, and long-term consequences. We break down how gambling affects...
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Are Video Games Helpful or Harmful?
Are video games actually good for you or do they create more problems than benefits? In this episode, we explore both sides of gaming, from cognitive skills, stress relief, and social connection to addiction, time loss, and reduced productivity. We break down how gaming impacts mental health,...
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How to Parent With Different Beliefs
What happens when parents have different beliefs about values, faith, discipline, or how children should be raised? In this episode, we explore how couples and co-parents can navigate parenting with different worldviews while maintaining respect, stability, and consistency for their kids. We...
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How to Be a Good Father After Divorce
How can men be strong, healthy fathers even after divorce? In this episode, we explore what it means to parent well through separation, focusing on stability, emotional presence, communication, and putting children first. We discuss co-parenting challenges, avoiding resentment, maintaining...
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What Wives Need From Their Husbands
What do wives actually need from their husbands in a healthy marriage? In this episode, we break down the core things many women look for from their partner: emotional steadiness, initiative, reliability, communication, protection, and presence. Rather than control or passivity, this conversation...
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Marriage: What Does It Mean for Men to Lead?
What does it actually mean for men to lead their wives in a healthy, modern relationship? In this episode, we unpack leadership in marriage beyond stereotypes of control or passivity. We explore leadership as responsibility, initiative, emotional steadiness, communication, and service rather than...
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How Important Is Physical Strength for Men
How much does physical strength really matter in today’s world? In this episode, we explore fitness, discipline, health, confidence, and whether building strength is about appearance or preparation for responsibility and resilience. We discuss how physical training connects to mental toughness,...
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Are Dating Apps Helping or Hurting Men?
Are dating apps improving modern relationships or quietly making things harder for men? In this episode, we examine how swipe culture affects confidence, expectations, commitment, mental health, and long-term fulfillment. We talk about choice overload, rejection, validation loops, and what…
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What Emotion Do Men Struggle With Most?
What emotion do men struggle with the most and why? In this episode, we explore the inner battles many men face, including anger, fear, shame, and isolation, and what Scripture says about emotional health, self-control, and spiritual maturity. Rather than suppressing emotion, this conversation...
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Does God Care About Your Career Success
Does God care how successful you are in your career or is there something deeper at stake? In this episode, we explore the tension between career and calling, unpacking what Scripture says about work, ambition, faithfulness, and purpose. Is success measured by titles and income, or by obedience…
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Who Defines Masculinity in Today’s World?
Who defines masculinity, culture or God? And is masculinity something men discover, or something they grow into? In this episode, we expose the competing voices shaping masculinity today and contrast shifting cultural definitions with the Bible’s vision of manhood rooted in creation, calling, and...
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Is Masculinity the Problem or Solution?
What is masculinity really? Is it toxic, outdated, or essential to God’s design? In this episode, we define masculinity before defending it, separating cultural stereotypes from biblical truth. We explore whether masculinity must be toxic, why Jesus is the clearest picture of non-toxic strength,...
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The Gospel at Christmas: Hope Is Born
In Episode 4 of the Patros Podcast Christmas series, we center the conversation on the gospel and the birth of Jesus—the true source of hope in every season. When Christmas is weighed down by pain, disappointment, or unmet expectations, the story of Christ’s birth reminds us that God entered our...
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Finding Peace When Christmas Feels Heavy
In Episode 3 of our Christmas series on the Patros Podcast, we focus on finding peace when the weight of the season feels overwhelming. For many men, Christmas can reopen old wounds tied to loss, family tension, or unmet expectations. This episode explores how to slow down, confront what’s…
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Healing Christmas Wounds: Strength for Hurting Men
In this second Christmas episode of the Patros Podcast, we dive deeper into how men can find strength, peace, and healing during a season that often brings old wounds to the surface. Whether you’re facing painful family memories, strained relationships, or the weight of past trauma, this...
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Finding Hope When the Holidays Hurt: Navigating the Christmas Season
In this heartfelt Patros Podcast episode, we talk honestly about why the Christmas season can be difficult for many men—especially those carrying wounds from family conflict, broken relationships, or past trauma. While the holidays are often portrayed as joyful, the reality can feel heavy…
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Grace That Transforms: The Gospel Message at the Heart of Titus
In this third installment of our Titus series on the Patros Podcast, we focus on the central theme that ties the entire letter together: the transforming power of God’s grace. Paul reminds Titus that the gospel doesn’t just save—it reshapes how believers live, lead, and love in their communities....
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Faith That Works: What the Book of Titus Teaches About Authentic Christian Living
In this follow-up episode of the Patros Podcast, we continue our deep dive into the Book of Titus—focusing on what it means to live out genuine faith through action. Paul’s message to Titus challenges believers to reflect God’s grace in their behavior, leadership, and community life. We discuss…
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Book of Titus: Living Out Sound Doctrine in a Modern World
In this episode of the Patros Podcast, we explore the Book of Titus and its powerful message for today’s church. Paul’s letter to Titus calls believers to live lives of integrity, sound doctrine, and good works in a world that often pulls the other way. Join us as we break down its key...
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Faith Over Politics: How Christians Can Stand for Truth in a Divided World
In this Patros Podcast episode, we dive deeper into how followers of Jesus can live out their faith in today’s politically divided world. We discuss why God cares about justice and truth—but isn’t bound by political parties. Learn how to keep your eyes on the Kingdom of God while engaging with...
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God Is Political, Not Partisan: Understanding Faith Beyond Party Lines
In this episode of the Patros Podcast, we explore how God is deeply concerned with justice, leadership, and the moral direction of nations—but not tied to any political party. We unpack what it means to follow Christ in a polarized world, where faith is often confused with ideology. Join us for a...
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Is the Church the Answer to Fatherlessness?
Fatherlessness is one of the most pressing issues facing men, families, and society today. But who is equipped to step into the gap? In this episode of The Patros Podcast, we explore why the Church is uniquely called and equipped to address fatherlessness—and why no other group can fulfill this...
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Why Is Reconciliation Essential to Healthy Biblical Masculinity?
Reconciliation isn’t just about mending broken relationships—it’s a vital part of living out healthy biblical masculinity. In this episode of The Patros Podcast, we explore why reconciliation matters, how it reflects Christ’s example, and why true strength is found in humility, forgiveness, and...
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Why are younger men confused more than ever about how to be a man? Statistics on fatherlessness suggest it’s because for decades men were completely absent from their children’s lives.
Join Man Up CEO, Jeff Ford, and Allan Pereira, alongside a panel of guests, as they wrestle with questions aimed at helping guys develop a healthy view of masculinity and live as godly men.
If you are looking for a version of masculinity that doesn’t include the words “toxic” or “soft”, or if you simply need some encouragement and a laugh, join us . . . we’ll help you become a better man.
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Why are younger men confused more than ever about how to be a man? Statistics on fatherlessness suggest it’s because for decades men were completely absent from their children’s lives. Join Man Up CEO, Jeff Ford, and Allan Pereira, alongside a panel of guests, as they wrestle with questions aimed...
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