Episodes

In this episode of the Formidable Family Man podcast, host Gregory Denning emphasizes the critical importance of leadership within the home, especially in light of external political changes. He encourages men to take charge of their families, reflecting on their roles as protectors and providers. Greg discusses the challenges of leadership, the necessity of self-evaluation, and the importance of daily practices to foster personal growth and effective family leadership. He concludes with a st...

In this episode of the Formidable Family Man podcast, Greg Denning discusses the concept of boredom and emphasizes that it is a personal choice. He shares strategies for overcoming boredom through education, creativity, and engagement with the world around us. Greg encourages listeners to take responsibility for their own experiences and to cultivate a mindset of curiosity and service. He highlights the importance of skill development and lifelong learning, urging families to create a culture...

In this conversation, Greg Denning and Ashton Buswell discuss the importance of prioritizing family time and maintaining a healthy work-life balance. They emphasize the need to make family time a priority and create special experiences with loved ones. They also discuss the importance of open communication with family members and the value of creating regular one-on-one time with each child. Ashton shares his strategies for managing work and family time, including setting boundaries and being ...

In this episode of the Formidable Family Man podcast, Greg Denning emphasizes the importance of being a Formidable Family Man, focusing on family values, personal growth, and the expectations of wives. He discusses the need for men to lead their families effectively, prioritize health and finances, and maintain strong emotional connections with their spouses and children. The conversation encourages men to embrace their roles, celebrate their progress, and strive for continuous improvement in ...

Summary In this episode of the Be The Man podcast, host Greg Denning interviews parenting expert Sean Donahue. They discuss the challenges and joys of parenting, as well as the importance of being present and connected with your children. They also touch on the impact of screens on children and offer strategies for building trust and maintaining a strong relationship with your kids. The conversation highlights the need for parents to adapt to their children's interests and to avoid imposing the...

Summary In this episode, Greg Denning addresses a question from a wife who wants to know how to get her husband more interested in spending time with the family. Greg emphasizes the importance of being present and engaged with your spouse and children, rather than being distracted by devices or other activities. He encourages men to create a family lifestyle that they genuinely enjoy and find ways to bond with their family through shared interests and activities. Greg also highlights the negati...

Every one of us has the opportunity (and responsibility) to recreate ourselves from time to time, so that we can become the very best version of ourselves. Change isn't always easy. Sometimes it's insanely difficult and feels impossible. Today's guest, former Green Beret Luke Dill, shares his story of having a life-altering experience with God while working in the Middle East. Listen now to find out what happened and what he did about it, and most importantly, what that can mean for you and ...

If you are married.... If you have children.... Then you'll want to carefully consider this message. The moment we married our wives, we as husbands automatically made certain promises that she has every right to require of us. The moment a child takes it first breath, we as fathers automatically made certain promises that he/she has every right to expect from us. But how to fulfill such HUGE commitments? That's in this episode too. Be The Man For tips, tools, and tactics, download the B...

Is it possible for good dads to stay FIT, be fully PRESENT for your kids, and still crush it in the workplace? Absolutely! Nate Feathers and I share experiences, stories, tactics, systems and strategies of how we are showing up as dedicated dads and getting the results that matter. Learn how to get more done in less time, where to fit in work and workouts, how to be fully engaged, and how to win in business as well. Nate has 6 children from 19 to 6 weeks, and I have 7 children from 21 to 7, ...

Raising daughters is challenging and amazing! Girls are physiologically different, they think differently, act differently, react differently, and have very unique needs. They DESPERATELY need dads who are deeply involved and fully engaged in their lives; dads who hear them, see them, understand them and SUPPORT them. Remember, girls are little women and need to be respected and treated as such. There are some serious do's and don'ts with daughters. Your daughters entire paradigm about men,...

Men like —and sometimes LOVE —certain things. Fast cars, big trucks, off road vehicles, guns, knives, boats, motorcycles, toys, sports, politics, religion, fitness, adventure, entertainment, movies, etc. While all of those things can be valuable and beneficial, they can each become a destructive force in family life, if not diligently kept within specific boundaries.Unfortunately, most men don’t have or don’t enforce the boundaries to prevent the wreckage.In this episode, I walk through how I ev...

You already know that men and women are different, but I bet you didn't know about the mind-blowing stuff we discuss in this episode! Especially how men and women handle stress differently, what happens to their bodies and what each of us MUST do to be in our best health. Best selling author Dr Patrick Flynn unlocks the biology, biochemistry, and physiology of our wives and daughters in this episode and boldly points out what we men need to be doing to help the women in our lives, ESPECIALLY b...

How do you get to the top of any sport, industry, craft, or competition? That's the question of questions! In a very competitive world, workplace, and society, how can you and I rise to the top, while still winning as husbands, fathers, and men?! Today, my guest Jason Khalipa shares how he was able to compete in the Crossfit Games for 10 years and become the World Champion. He also shares how he maintains his relationships with his wife and children, and is leading them to win. You're going...

Have you noticed that a LOT of men (maybe you) get away with a lot of weak behavior and garbage habits…. ONLY because we have been living in easy, comfortable, convenient times! That cannot last. It will not last. A day of reckoning is coming and the pressure test will be intense. Will your health and fitness hold up? Will your mental and emotional fortress withstand the barrage? Will your spirit stay in tack? How about your marriage? Your relationship with each of your children? How about your ...

Every one of these topics are absolutely critical for the holistic success and happiness of a whole man! We need adventure, phenomenal fitness, dialed in nutrition, and I whole-heartedly believe we all need to FIGHT against human trafficking with everything we've got! Dive into this episode and enjoy the depth of knowledge, detail, and experience from my great friend Aaron Asay. RESOURCES: Let me help you in your journey to becoming a more Purpose Driven Leader: Free course! Adventuring Wi...

Whether you're overweight, out of shape, broke, broken, struggling with your faith or your family, you can begin today, right now, to deliberately recreate yourself and your life. And you can earn results and respect far sooner than you might think. Listen to this REALLY SPECIAL conversation that Saif and I had about making the most of yourself and your life. RESOURCES: Let me help you in your journey to becoming a more Purpose Driven Leader: Free course! Adventuring With Your Children Jo...

Your body is your vehicle to be a father. Let that sink in. The condition of your vehicle directly affects your performance and engagement as a dad to your precious children -- from infancy to adulthood. The overall condition of your body is a major determining factor in your ability to be a world class dad, in spite of many other good qualities you have. Obviously this isn't the only thing that matters, but it CANNOT be neglected without serious negative consequences. Listen to this episod...

Is it even possible to build, scale, and sell a successful business, and still stay grounded, centered, and focused on the right things?! Absolutely! Although there will be many who will tell you it can't be done. My guest today built, scaled, and sold a very successful business with his wife, all while remaining focused on family, faith, and even a classical education. Listen to this interview today to learn specific actions, habits, and strategies to stay centered while you pursue financia...

Bridge the gap between what you know and what you do! Commit to what things will be in the future! Lots of people have a 'why', but they still don't do shiz. You have to have The Who -- God, family, service To get to the next level, you have to empower other people. How to get results? Self inventory- calendar and bank account. Where is your time and money going?? Most are shooting from hip Process — steps that replicate success Incremental and progressive The calendar is broken natura...

Every man has a figurative sword that he can and MUST use to do good in the world. He has a responsibility, a moral obligation, to use his sword to fight for himself, his family, what he believes in, and others who can't protect themselves. He has to use it to defend truth, virtue, and freedom. He also has a responsibility to attack what is evil, malicious, and wrong. But most men haven't even picked up their sword! They're too distracted, too tired, too disengaged, too complacent, too comfo...

Choosing to do really hard things -- to 'suffer' on purpose -- is one of the most transformative things a man can do. There is a power buried deep within you that perhaps can only be accessed through suffering. By deciding to lean into the suffering, we can gain the strength that we will all need with life provides its own suffering. Charlie Engle is a great man, with a unique ability to push his limits to the extreme and accomplish things that very few men can. His list of HARD endurance eve...

Do you ever feel like a fraction of a man, like you’re being half the man you know you could be? I bet you’ve felt like that before, if you don’t feel like that even right now. Whenever we are not deliberately striving to be whole men, it shows up in our relationships, in our circumstances, and in our results.Partial men get partial resultsIt’s not enough to be good, or to perform well in a few aspects of your life. As a Formidable family man, you have to show up and deliver the goods in every i...

Albert Camus said, “The only way to deal with an unfree world is to become so absolutely free that your very existence is an act of rebellion.” I was born to be free. I abhor being controlled, being told what to do when it doesn’t make any sense to do it. Live your life on your terms. What are your terms?What knowledge and skills must you acquire to even be able to begin to make your own terms?SO MANY things that people chalk up as bad luck are actually self inflicted.What level of freedom do yo...

I’m my late teens and early twenties I learned a priceless lesson that has radically altered my life for the better! It’s such a simple practice that most men overlook it… to their own detriment. This one daily habit has the power to help you achieve your targets, goals, and dreams, but you have to do it, which is where most fail. It’s easy to do and easy not to do. I can attribute *every good thing* in my life to this simple practice! If the solution to your problem is readily available and you...