Episodes

  • STRONG Men with CARING Hearts: The Call to Father the Fatherless – Message at the MAG EP 836

    STRONG Men with CARING Hearts: The Call to Father the Fatherless – Message at the MAG EP 836
    Apr 4 2025
    Everywhere we turn, society continues to downplay the critical role of fathers. But let’s make one thing clear: that’s flat-out wrong. In this week’s message, Pastor Jim Ramos brings to light some shocking statistics about the devastating impact fatherlessness is having on our youth. Men, it’s time to rise up, take charge, and mentor this generation that’s been left without fathers. This message comes from The MAG, The McMinnville Area Gathering for men in McMinnville, Oregon. Get Jim Ramos' USA TODAY Bestselling book, Dialed In: Reaching Your Full Capacity as a Man of God This episode is sponsored by MTNTOUGH Fitness Lab, a Christian-owned fitness app. Get 6 weeks free with the code ARENA30! Want access to an ad-free, early-release version of the podcast? Get it with Arena Access on Patreon. Have questions you wish you could ask Jim about life, marriage, men's ministry, or manhood? Join his monthly live Zoom Q&A by joining The Locker Room on Patreon.
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    20 mins
  • Is Looking at Porn Digital Adultery? – Podcast Highlight: Nick Stumbo EP 835

    Is Looking at Porn Digital Adultery? – Podcast Highlight: Nick Stumbo EP 835
    Apr 2 2025
    This is a Men in the Arena podcast highlight from EP 678, Breaking the Porn Cycle: The 7 Pillars of Freedom from Sexual Sin w/ Nick Stumbo. Get Jim Ramos' USA TODAY Bestselling book, Dialed In: Reaching Your Full Capacity as a Man of God tinyurl.com/dialedinbook This episode is sponsored by MTNTOUGH Fitness Lab, a Christian-owned fitness app. Get 6 weeks free with the code ARENA30! MTNTOUGH.com Want access to an ad-free, early-release version of the podcast? Get it with Arena Access on Patreon. patreon.com/themeninthearena Have questions you wish you could ask Jim about life, marriage, men's ministry, or manhood? Join his monthly live Zoom Q&A by joining The Locker Room on Patreon. patreon.com/themeninthearena
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    7 mins
  • God Hit Me in the Head (Literally!) - Amazing Hero Story w/ The Rudans EP 834

    God Hit Me in the Head (Literally!) - Amazing Hero Story w/ The Rudans EP 834
    Apr 1 2025
    From Rock Bottom to Redemption! Tune in for a powerful, no-holds-barred episode as Adnan Rodan and his wife Kristy share their incredible journey. Adnan, a dedicated policeman, hit rock bottom—but that’s when he found God and Men in the Arena. Facing a shattered marriage and battling inner demons, Adnan turned to faith and found a path to redemption. Surrounded by strong men and fueled by the guidance from this podcast, his transformation is nothing short of extraordinary. From a conflicted husband to a steadfast, loving leader of his home, Adnan’s story is a testament to strength, resilience, and the power of redemption. (This is a 10-minute excerpt from a 45-minute interview that will air at a later date. Stay tuned!) This episode is sponsored by MTNTOUGH Fitness Lab, a Christian-owned fitness app. Get 6 weeks free with the code ARENA30! MTNTOUGH.com Want access to an ad-free, early-release version of the podcast? Get it with Arena Access on Patreon. patreon.com/themeninthearena Have questions you wish you could ask Jim about life, marriage, men's ministry, or manhood? Join his monthly live Zoom Q&A by joining The Locker Room on Patreon. patreon.com/themeninthearena Get Jim Ramos' USA TODAY Bestselling book, Dialed In: Reaching Your Full Capacity as a Man of God tinyurl.com/dialedinbook
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    12 mins
  • Biblical Thought Control for Christian Men: Master Your Mind w/ Kyle Idleman EP 833

    Biblical Thought Control for Christian Men: Master Your Mind w/ Kyle Idleman EP 833
    Mar 28 2025
    Men, are your thoughts holding you back? Taking control of your thoughts could be the key to unlocking spiritual and personal transformation. In this week’s interview, Jim Ramos talks to Kyle Idleman, author of ‘Every Thought Captive: Calm the Mental Chaos That Keeps You Stuck, Drains Your Hope, and Holds You Back. Kyle, a prominent pastor and author, dives deep into the power of mental transformation through biblical principles. Discover practical and spiritual strategies to renew your mind and unlock significant transformation in your life. Pre-order Kyle’s Book ' (Using our link to check out the book helps support our ministry - thanks!) This episode is sponsored by MTNTOUGH Fitness Lab, a Christian-owned fitness app. Get 6 weeks free with the code ARENA30! Want access to an ad-free, early-release version of the podcast? Get it with Arena Access on Patreon. Have questions you wish you could ask Jim about life, marriage, men's ministry, or manhood? Join his monthly live Zoom Q&A by joining The Locker Room on Patreon. Get Jim Ramos' USA TODAY Bestselling book, Dialed In: Reaching Your Full Capacity as a Man of God
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    1 hr
  • The Easy Way a Man Can Change a Fatherless Boy’s Life in One Hour - Podcast Highlight: Rick Magee EP 832

    The Easy Way a Man Can Change a Fatherless Boy’s Life in One Hour - Podcast Highlight: Rick Magee EP 832
    Mar 26 2025
    This is a Men in the Arena podcast highlight from EP 800, Becoming a Rescuer: How One Man Rescued Me w/ Rick Magee. Get Jim Ramos' USA TODAY Bestselling book, Dialed In: Reaching Your Full Capacity as a Man of God This episode is sponsored by MTNTOUGH Fitness Lab, a Christian-owned fitness app. Get 6 weeks free with the code ARENA30! Want access to an ad-free, early-release version of the podcast? Get it with Arena Access on Patreon. Have questions you wish you could ask Jim about life, marriage, men's ministry, or manhood? Join his monthly live Zoom Q&A by joining The Locker Room on Patreon.
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    5 mins
  • My Next Book According to Chat GPT – Equipping Men in Ten EP 831

    My Next Book According to Chat GPT – Equipping Men in Ten EP 831
    Mar 25 2025
    What if we let ChatGPT write a book using Jim's past work? Would it align with the principles of Men in the Arena? In this week’s engaging 10-minute episode, Jim dives into ChatGPT’s take on what "it" thinks he would write his next book, “Guardrails”, about. Tune in to see how AI interprets Jim’s ideas and the core principles of his work. Discover the books that inspired this unique AI version of “Guardrails”. This episode is sponsored by MTNTOUGH Fitness Lab, a Christian-owned fitness app. Get 6 weeks free with the code ARENA30! Want access to an ad-free, early-release version of the podcast? Get it with Arena Access on Patreon. Have questions you wish you could ask Jim about life, marriage, men's ministry, or manhood? Join his monthly live Zoom Q&A by joining The Locker Room on Patreon.
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    10 mins
  • ‘Life Verses’ Aren’t Enough: Why Every Christian Man Needs a DEATH Verse – Message at the MAG EP 830

    ‘Life Verses’ Aren’t Enough: Why Every Christian Man Needs a DEATH Verse – Message at the MAG EP 830
    Mar 21 2025
    What’s the one verse that drives your life and shapes your faith journey? Men, we need a verse to call our own that challenges us to live purposefully. In this week’s message, Pastor Jim Ramos introduces the idea of a 'death verse'—a scripture that will define you when you meet Jesus face to face. This message is from The MAG, The McMinnville Area Gathering for men in McMinnville, Oregon. Get Jim Ramos' USA TODAY Bestselling book, Dialed In: Reaching Your Full Capacity as a Man of God This episode is sponsored by MTNTOUGH Fitness Lab, a Christian-owned fitness app. Get 6 weeks free with the code ARENA30! Want access to an ad-free, early-release version of the podcast? Get it with Arena Access on Patreon. Have questions you wish you could ask Jim about life, marriage, men's ministry, or manhood? Join his monthly live Zoom Q&A by joining The Locker Room on Patreon.
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    26 mins
  • Why Duck Dynasty Almost Didn’t Happen - Podcast Highlight: Willie Robertson EP 829

    Why Duck Dynasty Almost Didn’t Happen - Podcast Highlight: Willie Robertson EP 829
    Mar 19 2025
    This is a Men in the Arena podcast highlight from EP 744, Becoming A Gospeler W/ Duck Dynasty’s Willie Robertson. Get Jim Ramos' USA TODAY Bestselling book, Dialed In: Reaching Your Full Capacity as a Man of God This episode is sponsored by MTNTOUGH Fitness Lab, a Christian-owned fitness app. Get 6 weeks free with the code ARENA30! Want access to an ad-free, early-release version of the podcast? Get it with Arena Access on Patreon. Have questions you wish you could ask Jim about life, marriage, men's ministry, or manhood? Join his monthly live Zoom Q&A by joining The Locker Room on Patreon.
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    3 mins