
Manly with Andy: Pursuing Biblical Manhood
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Episode 54 - Parenting Gen Z - Jason Jimenez
Manly w/ Andy Survey: Manly with Andy survey | Wow God Podcast Network How can you instill a love for God in your children and help them avoid the pitfalls unique to their generation? Jason Jimenez has advice on parenting Gen Z. Taking a look at Moses' life in the Bible, his encounter with his father-in-law has some great lessons for us today. And 13-year-old Willis Gibson accomplished something people have been attempting for 34 years, and it's his high score in the Hall of Heroes.
Episode 53 - Connecting the Daily With the Divine - Barry L. Rowan
Manly w/ Andy Survey: Manly with Andy survey | Wow God Podcast Network We want the thousands of hours we'll work over our lifetime to matter, but how do we know they're really significant? Barry Rowan will help you connect daily with the Divine. Continuing to look at the life of Moses, we'll examine a time when he needed help to accomplish God's plan. Steven Dunkleberg put his extra Christmas lights to good use, and it's stringing him into the Hall of Heroes.
Episode 52 - Raising a Screen-Savvy Family - Adam Holz
Manly w/ Andy Survey: Manly with Andy survey | Wow God Podcast Network If you or your kids got some new gadgets for Christmas - learn how to become a screen-savvy family with Adam Holz. Looking at a man in the bible - We will see that God's provision for Moses and his people is another great example for us to follow And Shaq Leonard was laid off right before the holidays but what he did the next day is helping him tackle the Hall of Heroes.
Episode 51 - Humility Illuminated - Dennis R. Edwards
Manly w/ Andy Survey: Manly with Andy survey | Wow God Podcast Network Now it's Christmas in the rearview mirror. It's a great time to take a deep dive into Jesus and his humility and how it's something we can strive for as well. Taking a look at Moses' life, we'll examine a moment when he and God's people were dying of thirst and how God provided. Gary Fialka started a journey in 1995, which finally wrapped up just a few weeks ago, and it's booking him into the Hall of Heroes.
Episode 50 - Beacon Hill Series - D. J. Williams
Manly w/ Andy Survey: Manly with Andy survey | Wow God Podcast Network With Christmas just around the corner, there's a book series to check out for the young adult in your life called the Beacon Hill series. We'll talk to the author about the journey from producing TV shows to writing for future generations. Continuing our look at Moses in the Bible, what he did after God rescued him from the Egyptians is a great lesson for when God rescues us every day. Lorne Michael Egron may have never thought that being an Elvis impersonator would pay off, but his help in adopting another Elvis has earned him a place in the Hall of Heroes.
Episode 49 - The Ache for Meaning - Tommy Brown
Manly w/ Andy Survey: Manly with Andy survey | Wow God Podcast Network Will I have enough? Am I enough? Do I matter? The answer to all three of those questions can be found in the Temptations of Christ, and Tommy Brown will lead you through them. We'll continue our look at Moses' story in the Bible and when he had to take a big step of faith. Lawrence Anthony cared for one of the largest creatures on Earth, and what happened when he passed is stampeding him into the Hall of Heroes, coming up on episode 49 of Manly with Andy.
Episode 48 - Identity Journey - Daniel Darling
Manly w/ Andy Survey: Manly with Andy survey | Wow God Podcast Network We are all on an identity journey, and Daniel Darling wrote a book about that. It's for kids, but it has insights for all of us. Continuing the look at Moses in the Bible, the encouragement he gave as a leader is good for us and our struggles today. Mike and his son Cole were bonding in a very unique way, and it wrangled them into the Hall of Heroes.
Episode 47 - Are We There Yet? - Jeff Allen
Manly w/ Andy Survey: Manly with Andy survey | Wow God Podcast Network He made millions laugh and toured for decades, and all he had to show for it was a broken marriage and a debilitating addiction. But then, Jeff Allen found Jesus. He'll be sharing his journey. Looking at a man in the Bible, we'll see when Moses came up against opposition while following God's plan. Alden Maxwell's world record has the world and Hollywood taking notice, stacking him into the Hall of Heroes. Find more info about Jeff Allen at JeffAllenComedy.com.
Episode 46 - International Men's Day - The Biggest Challenge Men Face
Manly w/ Andy Survey: Manly with Andy survey | Wow God Podcast Network It's been almost a year since the Manly with Andy podcast set sail. In honor of International Men's Day on November 19th, I noticed a trend in what many of the men on the podcast have been saying about the most significant challenge men face today.
Episode 45 - Redeeming Your Time - Jordan Raynor
Manly w/ Andy Survey: Manly with Andy survey | Wow God Podcast Network Want to manage your time better? Well, you can learn how Jesus was productive with Jordan Rainer's book, Redeeming Your Time. We'll also take a look at Moses' life and a time when he felt unequipped for what God was calling him to do. And Travis Ganger achieved a colossal feat in the world of pumpkins, and he's falling into the hall of heroes.
Episode 44 - Chasing Proof, Finding Faith - Tom Rudelius
Manly w/ Andy Survey: Manly with Andy survey | Wow God Podcast Network Can science and faith coexist? Theoretical physicist Tom Rodilius wrestled with that and shares his journey from his book Chasing Proof, Finding Faith. Taking a look at a man in the Bible, we'll see how Moses took a moment of shame in his life and turned it into the beginning of his redemption story. And Zach Swope embarked on a cinematic odyssey with a noble mission, and it's his admission into the Hall of Heroes.
Episode 43 - The Path to Wholeness - Dr. Mark Mayfield
Manly w/ Andy Survey: Manly with Andy survey | Wow God Podcast Network Emotions are confusing, frustrating, and scary, but they don't have to be. Learn how to explore your emotions with Dr. Mark Mayfield in his book, The Path to Wholeness. We'll also look at David's final instructions to his son, which are good for all of us. And Dr. Samuel West's unique museum is his exhibit into the Hall of Heroes.
Episode 42 - Blessed Are the Misfits - Brant Hansen
Manly w/ Andy Survey: Manly with Andy survey | Wow God Podcast Network If you've ever felt like you don't fit into American church culture, Brent Hansen's been there, too. He will help you feel like you're not alone as he talks about his book, Blessed Are the Misfits. We're also going to talk about when it's time to change seasons in our life with an example from David in the Bible and Tim Perry's over-the-top way of celebrating Halloween, which delights his neighborhood and helps out a good cause at the same time. Well, it's carving his name into the Hall of Heroes.
Episode 41 - Stumbling Toward Eternity - Josh White
Manly w/ Andy Survey: Manly with Andy survey | Wow God Podcast Network It's okay if you feel like you're stumbling more than striding in your faith journey. Josh White has some biblical encouragement for you from his book Stumbling Toward Eternity. Something that David did in his time of victory is something to take note of as we continue our quest to become men after God's own heart. In 1940, while working as a street painter for the city of Los Angeles, Charles D. Scanlon was tired of people driving over his fresh paint job. So he came up with a solution that is used to this day, and it's detouring him into the Hall of Heroes.
Episode 40 - The Mountains are Calling - Jarett Stephens
Manly w/ Andy Survey: Manly with Andy survey | Wow God Podcast Network If you want to know more about who God is and who you are, you can look to the mountaintop moments in the Bible, and Pastor Jarrett Stevens will share more from his book, The Mountains Are Calling. We'll take a look at a cautious tale of David's life and how we can avoid a similar situation as we continue our quest to become a man after God's own heart. Patrick Eldridge was trying to protect his family and valuables as a hurricane was threatening his community. And his ingenious idea is driving him into the hall of heroes.
Episode 39 - Sacred Strides - Justin McRoberts
Manly w/ Andy Survey: Manly with Andy survey | Wow God Podcast Network So, how do you find the balance between work and rest? Justin McRoberts will share some tips from his book Sacred Strides. Looking more into becoming a man after God's own heart, we'll see when David extended unconditional kindness when he didn't need to. Len Crutchman and David Geske, both fathers to school-aged children, worked out a way to save time making school lunches for their kids. And their invention that helps parents all over is their meal ticket into the Hall of Heroes.
Episode 38 - Thriving Under Pressure - Jason Van Camp
Manly w/ Andy Survey: Manly with Andy survey | Wow God Podcast Network You don't just have to survive under pressure; it's possible to thrive, too. Jason Van Campbell shares his experience as a Green Beret and how that can translate to your everyday life. Continuing our quest to become men after God's own heart, we'll look at a time when David had a big vision and what he did when God told him no. And six-year-old Rory Elric had a dream to help others. And his 18-month journey to do it is his hairy on-ramp into the Hall of Heroes.
Episode 37 - Extraordinary Hearing - Greg Pruett
Manly w/ Andy Survey: Manly with Andy survey | Wow God Podcast Network What if you could hear God speaking? What difference would that make in your life? David Pruitt will teach you how to have extraordinary hearing. Looking at David's life and how you can become a man after God's own heart like him, we'll examine an example where he was willing to sacrifice his dignity for his creator. And his hobby helps him de-stress, but how Michael Pelley uses it to help others is priceless. And it's diving him into the Hall of Heroes!
Episode 36 - Your Mess Matters - Luke Lezon
Manly w/ Andy Survey: Manly with Andy survey | Wow God Podcast Network As you go through the difficulties of life, know this: you are not made of the mess; you are made through it. Luke Lezon learned that during his darkest moments and has hope for you from his book, Your Mess Matters. We'll continue our journey to becoming a man after God's own heart as we look at David in the Bible, and how he dealt with fairness in conflict with his troops. And Theodore Roosevelt was known for his highly quotable public addresses, but his most iconic speech is inaugurating him into the Hall of Heroes.
Episode 35 - Can You Trust God? - Kevin Lewis
Manly w/ Andy Survey: Manly with Andy survey | Wow God Podcast Network There are a few moments in our life that change the direction of our future - Kevin Lewis talks about how a tragedy in his community gave him a God-sized purpose he is living out today. Taking a look at David's story and becoming a man after gods own heart, you'll see an example of when David could have taken his future into his own hands, but patiently waited for God. And Tim Agnello Is a pastor in the Las Vegas area, but it's his unique ministry to his community that is wrangling him into the Hall of Heroes. Check out Kevin's book here: Can You Trust Me This Much?
Episode 34 - Shining Like the Sun - Steve Wiens
So you've probably heard about mindfulness and that it's something we should have more of or do more often, but how do you connect it to your faith? Steve Weins will share some tips from his book Shining Like The Sun, continuing our journey of looking at David being a man. After God's own heart, we'll examine how God provided resources and status when he had none. And Michael Klein is an artist that came up with a unique way to give away his arts and help people enjoy nature. At the same time, it's also hiking him into the Hall of Heroes. That's coming up in episode 34 on Manly with Andy.
Episode 33 - Deconstruct Faith, Discover Jesus - Preston Ulmer
What if deconstructing your faith isn't a phase, but a holy process? Preston Ulmer shares how questioning your religion can lead you to a healthy and holy God. We'll look at how to be a man after God's own heart and how that includes connecting with other godly men. And as a trash truck driver, John Webb sees a lot of unusual things on the side of the road, but one thing he noticed made him a hero and it's hauling him into the Hall of Heroes.
Episode 32 - Adulting 101 - Pete Hardesty
Description: You've trained them up the way they should go, but as you put the boxes in the back of the car to move your child to college, how will they know what to do when you drive away? Pete Hardesty gives some advice from his book, adulting 101. We'll look at David in the Bible in a time where he didn't fit in, but he followed God and found victory. And as kids go back to school, one barber isn't just helping with great haircuts, but also with enriching their minds. And so he makes the cut into the Hall of Heroes.
Episode 31 - Full Surrender to God - Daniel Maritz
Just like YOU, Daniel Maritz understands the struggle of being ridiculously good-looking. He had everything the world had to offer; a worldwide modeling career, money, and women, but it still left him empty. He's going to share his journey to Jesus. We'll look at how David ignored the haters to become a man after God's own heart. And doing this is no easy feat, even for the youngest and the healthiest, so when Everett Calin did it at age 93, it's helping him into the Hall of Heroes.
Episode 30 - Tower of Truth - Matthew West
It's the most ambitious crossover in the history of this podcast! Matthew West takes on the Tower of Truth and shares lots of stories of his career along the way. As David continues his rise to power, we're going to look at the importance of respecting authority. John Higgins had a 180-year-old damaged tree in his front yard, and instead of taking it down, he made it the spectacle of the neighborhood.
Episode 29 - When to Wait, and When to Act - Raphael Ruggero
Covid stopped his dreams cold - but Raphael Ruggero got a phone call that changed everything - and he will share his story about how he became the lead actor in one of the most successful faith-based movies in 2022, Lifemark. Continuing our look at David - we will see how god was working in his story - while he was doing the work in front of him. A leader in the Oxford Movement and a cardinal in the Roman Catholic Church in the 1800s, John Henry Newman, had an incredible definition of a gentleman - which makes him the first posthumous pick for the Hall of Heroes.
Episode 28 - A Leap of Faith - David Pruitt
At 55, David Pruitt's business career was over, but he decided to take a leap of faith and do something that was on his heart for four years. He'll share the ups and downs of his journey and how family was a part of it every step of the way. We'll also start a deep dive into the life of David and how we can become a man after God's own heart, just like him. Not even lightning and heavy rain could stop Joey Chestnut from doing this for the 16th time in 17 years, dunking him into the Hall of Heroes! David Pruitt's website: David L Pruitt – Author of Relative Distance
Episode 27 - How to have the toughest talk with your kids - Matt Bell
You thought the talk was awkward with your kids - this topic might even be tougher to share - Matt Bell - will help prepare your kids for a lifetime of God-honoring money management. It's the family reunion of a lifetime - we'll take a look at the end of Joseph's story in the Bible. And what started with proving his friend wrong 6 years ago has now helped Richard Lee-Wright sprint into the Hall of Heroes.
Episode 26 - How to be Funny - Tim Hawkins
He's one of the funniest comedians in the world, and Tim Hawkins will talk about how to be creative, funny, and how to handle when people (inevitably) get offended. What do you do when you have the chance at revenge against someone who has wronged you? We'll take a look at what Joseph did in the bible. And Lewis Smith is only 10-years-old, but what he did on vacation cannonballs him into the Hall of Heroes.
Episode 25 - Adoption Changes Everything - Chris Tiedeman
Chris Tiedeman doesn't just talk the talk, he walks it as well - and he will share how he adopted 4 boys out of the foster care system, and how you can too. Taking a look at a man in the bible - we'll see where all the trials that Joseph had gone through finally lead to triumph. And Dayton Nash is an endurance athlete - but the unique thing he and his friends did for 100 miles that took over 13 hours scoots them into the Hall of Heroes!
Episode 24 - 25 Meters to God - Tad Weiss
When his daughter was hit by a bus in a country halfway across the world, Tad Weiss dropped everything to try to save her life - he shares the heartbreaks and miracles that happened during her comeback story. Taking a look at a man in the bible - we continue to follow Joseph's story and how his big moment in front of the most powerful man in the world is a lesson for all of us. And you may have heard of she sheds - the reason that a group of guys started a men's shed, and the impact they have had since is the doorway for them to enter the Hall of Heroes.
Episode 23 - Best advice from Dads and for Dads
This one is for the dads - and we are going back through all 22 previous episodes to find the best dad advice and stories that others have shared - so fill up your "world's best dad" mug, put on your robe and worn-out slippers, tilt back the dad recliner, and enjoy this special Father's Day episode of Manly with Andy.
Episode 22 - Infertility and Hope - Taylor Hohulin
Father's day is coming up and in honor of the big day - the entire month is dedicated to dads of all kinds - this week, I'm talking to someone who has been going through an infertility journey with his wife for years and how he clings to hope through it all. We will continue our look at Joseph's life as he waits patiently in jail for his opportunity - and how God placed him there for a reason. And 16-year-old Ethan Brown saw a problem at his school - what he did, and how he helped all his classmates is his hall pass into the Hall of Heroes.
Episode 21 - The Life-Changing Power of Relating to God with All of Yourself - Aaron Williams
God never meant for you to relate to Him with only part of yourself. He wants the whole you. Aaron williams has more from his book Whole. We're taking a look Joseph's story in the bible - and how his handling of a compromising situation is a great blueprint for all of us. After Joel Wegener he bought an ice cream truck - and the sweet reason why is driving him into the Hall of Heroes.
Episode 20 - Setting the Holy Spirit Loose in the World You Live In - Kenny Luck
God works in us and through us to change the world around us. Men's ministry leader Kenny Luck, talks about that in his new book - Overflow: Setting the Holy Spirit Loose in the World You Live In. We'll take a look at a man in the bible with big dreams - along with the people that tried to crush them. And… He was brutally attacked at a mall - but when Mark Andrew met his assailant in court - what he told the judge is his sentence into the Hall of Heroes.
Episode 19 - Shifting Into a New Season of Life - Erik Westrum
There's nothing more manly than playing professional hockey - and former Minnesota Wild player Erik Westrum talks about choosing faith when fame and fortune are involved - the importance of mental health - and how his new foundation focuses on that called "Let's Make the Shift." Taking a look at a man in the bible - we'll see how Jacob rebounds after failing to step up as a father and leader of his family - and how it's not too late for us to do the same. German collector Alexander Smoljanovic truly proves that one man's trash is another's treasure and so he is hauling into the Hall of Heroes
Episode 18 - The Connected Life - Todd W. Hall
It's no secret that we live in an increasingly isolated world. Psychologist Todd Hall has been researching human relationships and found that It's our relationships―with God and others―that lead to authentic transformation. He will have more from his book, The Connected Life. Taking a look at men in the bible - why we can't go full "Liam Neeson from Taken" on people who have wronged us or someone we love. And Elvis Franscois survived 24 days lost at sea - how he did it is his passage into the Hall of Heroes.
Episode 17 - Grace In the Gray - Mike Donehey
In a culture where constant offense and polarization dominate so many interactions, former lead singer of Tenth Avenue North has a more productive way to disagree… and show God's love to others, In his book Grace in the Grey. Taking a look at two men in the bible with an incredible example of asking - and extending forgiveness in a broken relationship. On his day off, Vernon Jackson still goes to work, and the reason why is his appointment into the Hall of Heroes.
Episode 16 - Non-Toxic Masculinity - Zachary Wagner
You hear about toxic masculinity all the time, so what does the opposite look like through the lens of the bible? Zachary Wagner has some thoughts from his book, Non-Toxic Masculinity. We'll look at a man in the bible that could have been the first member of WWE. And even though Steve Leuthold made millions throughout his life, the reason he ended up being broke at the end of it is what gets him into the Hall of Heroes
Episode 15 - When To Walk Away - Gary Thomas
As Christians, we often feel the guilt and responsibility of meeting the needs of unhealthy people in our lives. It's ok to walk away from people who are toxic - because Jesus did it too - Gary Thomas has more from his book, When To Walk Away. Takin a look at a man in the bible - we'll see How God handled an unfair employment situation. And Bill Edgar's job Is to help others in their time of mourning - the way he does it - gets him into the Hall of Heroes.
Episode 14 - Start from Joy - Neal Samundre
You've heard it before: if you want to change, you have to try harder. Keep pushing through blood, sweat, and tears. Emotions don't matter. But what if that's all a lie? Neal Samudre believe that joy is what's missing from our ability to make lasting change in our lives. Looking at a man in the Bible that had a 20 year setback - and the lesson for those of us who have had setbacks as well And Alexander saw the hurting world around him - so he did something painful to himself for 40 days straight to make others smile - and that pain is his path into the Hall of Heroes.
Episode 13 - The Characters of Easter - Daniel Darling
With Easter just around the corner, there's much more to it than just a bunnies and baskets - and Daniel Darling has a deep dive into the characters of Easter. We will take a look at a man in the Bible that sacrificed long term success for short term satisfaction. And one man played a literal game of Hungry Hungry Hippos -- which is his entry into the Hall of Heroes.
Episode 12 - Analog Christian - Jay Y Kim
The digital technologies we think we're using are in fact using us - and Author Jay Y Kim has ways for you to cultivate contentment, resilience and wisdom in the digital age. Looking at a man in the bible - we'll take one last look at Abraham, and one thing that was said at the end of his life which is something we can all strive for as well. And after a man in Ohio got in a fight with some friends over political positions, he realized the country needed a new method of agreeing to disagree - so he came up with a solution that is his meal ticket into the hall of heroes.
Episode 11 - The Deliverer - Jason Karph
Do faith and Science Fiction match up? Professor and Author Jason Karph believes so - and he will share more about his latest Christian Sci-fi novel and how to find biblical truths in popular culture. Examining a man in the bible - we will look at a bold prayer and a step of faith that God honored. And Scott got something in the mail that wasn't for him - but what he did next is his ticket into the hall of heroes
Episode 10 - God is Always With You - Steve Johnson
When grief hits and those around you don't know what to say, it's easy to feel alone, to think no one understands, and to even question where God is. Steve Johnson has a book sharing stories of others going through loss and has encouragement for your journey - Looking at a man in the bible - we'll continue to examine Abraham's faith journey, including the toughest thing he had to do as a father. And Joe Salmon was ice fishing when he made the catch of his life - and the story behind it is reeling him in to the hall of heroes.
Episode 9 - Free - J. Kevin Butcher
If you're trying to follow Jesus and be a "Good Christian," but you just feel that voice of shame that just tells you to try harder, J Kevin Butcher has written a book for you called Free: Rescued from Shame-Based Religion, Released into the Life-Giving Love of Jesus. We'll examine a story about Abraham – famous for his faith – has a giant misstep and broke what I believe is the biggest rule of biblical manhood. And like most guys, 6-year-old mason had a passion for food – what he did one night much to his parent's surprise makes him the youngest inductee into the hall of heroes.
Episode 8 - Winning at Home - Dan Seaborn
One thing that's clear early on this journey we're on is that we need each other- and we need tools to be our best. Author, pastor and speaker Dan Seaborn, shares Parenting tips with the TikTok generation - In his new book - Winning at Home. Talking about a Man in the Bible - there's a mysterious person that shows up for one moment in the bible – but ultimately helped point people to Christ. And, where everyone saw waste, two men saw opportunity – and their creation is a staple at food trucks and in casseroles – and it's their ticket into the hall of heroes – on Episode 8 of Manly With Andy.
Episode 7 - When Faith Meets Therapy - Anthony Evans Jr.
He has competed on The Voice, is a two-time Billboard #1 Gospel artist, and the son of world-renowned Pastor Dr's. Tony and Lois Evans, but even though it seemed like Anthony Evans Jr. had it all on the outside, he was struggling on the inside. And it led him to write a book with a licenced therapist called When Faith Meets Therapy – and he's got lots of great advice on finding hope and healing for you. Taking a look at a man in the bible – What God told Abram to do and what Abram did after is a great reminder about faith. And after Bill Perditzman couldn't get the city to help with a problem that was destroying his community – he took matters in his own hands – and that's paving the way to entering the hall of heroes
Episode 6 – Every Man A Warrior – Lonnie Berger
Lonnie Berger went on a prayer walk in 1988 that changed his life - and the lives of thousands of men around the world - over the next 20 years God wrote the Every Man A Warrior bible study into his life - he will share more on that and being on the front lines of pursuing biblical manhood. Looking at a man in the bible - his name was an insult in the 80's but how his might ended up being his downfall is a good lesson for all of us. And Colton found an old piece of paper in his wallet - which led him and his friends on a cross country journey - which is their ticket into the Hall of Heroes.
Episode 5 – Bonding with Stepchildren – Dr. Connie Clark
Parenting is tough, especially when you're in a blended family. Dr. Connie Clark shares ways to connect with your children, how to adjust to new family dynamics, and how to foster healthy relationships, as she shares insight from her book, Understanding and Loving Your Bonus Child Something happened with Noah's sons that would be awkward for any son to experience - and I think we can learn something from the way they reacted to it And who says video games can't help you in real life - one athlete tried a move he learned in a video game - it's so crazy it may never happen again -and that's why he's entering the hall of heroes