The Masculine Revival Podcast

Most men today aren’t lacking motivation. They’re lacking order. They’re trying to fix their lives at the surface - habits, routines, and productivity - while the deeper structure is broken. So they stay stuck, frustrated and drifting through life. In this episode, I break down the four things every man needs to become grounded, focused, and capable of leading his life well: God above him Brothers beside him A purpose in front of him A woman behind him When these are in place, a man becomes steady. When they’re not, everything feels off... his mind, his marriage, his direction, his life. This is not theory. This is the structure I’ve seen transform hundreds of men over the past five years. If your life feels out of alignment, this episode will show you exactly where to look. 🔗 Work With Me Join the Masculine Revival Brotherhood (Men’s Groups):https://www.masculinerevival.com Apply for the Free 4-Week Men’s Group:APPLY HERE 1:1 Men’s Mentorship:https://www.masculinerevival.com/mentorship Couples Coaching:https://www.masculinerevival.com/couples-coaching 🧠 Go Deeper Substack (Articles & Long-Form Writing):https://masculinerevival.substack.com/ Instagram (Daily Content):https://www.instagram.com/masculinerevival/ ⚡ Recommended Black Lotus Shilajit:Use Code MASCULINEREVIVAL For Free Shipping On Your Order

In this episode, Brendan shares his personal journey of discovering his mission in life — from being a deeply anxious young man struggling to function in daily life, to eventually building the Masculine Revival Brotherhood and spending the past five years helping men grow in leadership, faith, and brotherhood. This conversation breaks down the reality of purpose: how it’s discovered, why most men never pursue it, and the uncomfortable truths about the long road of struggle, failure, and persistence that often precedes it. Brendan explores key ideas including: Why purpose is often discovered through action, not endless thinking How your pain and struggles often point toward your calling The importance of being a good steward of what God has already given you Why purpose is less about what you do and more about how you show up The myth that finding your purpose means life becomes easy The role of the Hero’s Journey in a man’s personal transformation How to begin identifying the “golden thread” running through your life If you’re a man wrestling with questions about meaning, direction, and calling, this episode will help you start thinking about purpose in a much more grounded and practical way. Work With Brendan Masculine Revival Brotherhood A high-integrity men's community helping men grow in faith, leadership, marriage, and brotherhood. Join hundreds of men who have participated since 2021. Apply here:https://www.masculinerevival.com/brotherhood 1:1 Men's Mentorship Work directly with Brendan to develop clarity, leadership, and direction in your life. https://www.masculinerevival.com/mentorship Couples Coaching For couples who want to restore order, leadership, and connection in their relationship. https://www.masculinerevival.com/couples-coaching More Masculine Revival Website & Articles https://www.masculinerevival.com/blog Instagramhttps://www.instagram.com/masculinerevival

What advice would you give a Christian woman who is waiting for a husband? In today’s episode, I respond to that exact question and share a few honest thoughts about preparing for marriage in a culture that often romanticizes it. Many people spend years thinking about finding the right person, but far fewer spend time becoming the kind of person who is actually ready for marriage. In this conversation, I talk about the importance of developing the mindset and skillset of a wife before marriage, why having a sober and realistic view of marriage matters, and how unrealistic expectations about “godly men” can actually sabotage healthy relationships. Marriage is not a fairytale or a spiritual fantasy — it’s a demanding, lifelong partnership that requires maturity, humility, and preparation. If you're a Christian woman who hopes to be married one day, this episode offers a grounded perspective on how to use this season of life wisely and prepare yourself for the realities of marriage. In this episode: • Why preparation matters more than passive waiting • The importance of developing the skills and mindset of a wife • Why marriage is often over-romanticized in Christian spaces • The danger of unrealistic expectations about “godly men” • How to become the kind of woman a good man would want to marry Resources & Ways to Work With Me: Masculine Revival Brotherhood:https://masculinerevival.com 1:1 Men’s Mentorship:https://masculinerevival.com/mentorship Couples Coaching:https://masculinerevival.com/couples-coaching Instagram:https://instagram.com/masculinerevival Blog & Articles:https://masculinerevival.com/blog

What are the fundamental difference between men who radically change their lives and men who stay comfortably the same? At the beginning of this episode, I also share a personal update: I’ll be legally changing my last name from Schmidt to Scholefield. I explain why, and what that decision represents for me in this season. From there, we dive into the deeper theme of the episode: decisiveness. We talk about: Why enrollment is not transformation The cost of indecision How half-commitment slowly decays your life Why decisiveness is a masculine virtue And what it actually takes to move from passive to powerful If you’ve been hovering in the middle — knowing what to do but not doing it — this episode is for you. It’s time to decide. --Resources & Ways to Work With Me Masculine Revival Brotherhood:https://masculinerevival.com 1:1 Men’s Mentorship:https://masculinerevival.com/mentorship Couples Coaching:https://masculinerevival.com/couples-coaching Blog & Articles:https://masculinerevival.com/blog Instagram:https://instagram.com/masculinerevival

In this episode, I break down one of the most common and destructive dynamics I see in my work with men: simping inside marriage.This is the subtle, well-intentioned, “nice guy” pattern where a man abandons his backbone in the name of keeping the peace… and slowly erodes attraction, polarity, and respect in the process.We’ll talk about:-What “simping” actually looks like in a marriage-Why it often comes from insecurity and fear of conflict-How men confuse niceness with love-The hidden cost of over-accommodating your wife-And what healthy, grounded leadership actually requiresThis episode is direct. It’s practical. And it’s rooted in real patterns I’ve seen play out dozens of times inside couples coaching and the Brotherhood.If you feel like you’re walking on eggshells…If your wife says she wants you to lead but pushes back when you do…If you’ve lost respect for yourself in your own home…This one’s for you.—If you’re serious about becoming the kind of man your marriage actually needs, the Masculine Revival Brotherhood is where this work happens in real time, alongside other men who are doing the same.Apply here: https://masculinerevival.comInstagram: https://instagram.com/masculinerevivalBlog & Articles: https://masculinerevival.com/blogLead well.

The podcast is back! Brendan shares life and business updates, as well as briefly addressing what happened with the Unplugged dating app.Most couples chase tools, tips, and techniques to fix their marriage, but what if the real problem isn’t a lack of tools, but rather a heart posture that has drifted away from love, humility, and connection? In this episode I break down why heart posture — the orientation of your inner life toward your spouse — is the foundation of every healthy marriage, and why no amount of “skills” will work without it. We talk about resentment, forgiveness, curiosity, emotional safety, and how to reset the default orientation of your heart in real-world marriage dynamics.If you want practical insight that transcends tactics and gets to the groundwork of relational flourishing, this episode is for you.Work With Me / ResourcesMasculine Revival Brotherhood — https://masculinerevival.com1:1 Men’s Mentorship — https://masculinerevival.com/mentorshipCouples Coaching — https://masculinerevival.com/couples-coachingBlog & Articles — https://masculinerevival.com/blogInstagram — https://instagram.com/masculinerevival

In this episode, I sit down with my good friend Curt Storring, a husband, father of four (with a fifth on the way), and a man who has walked the path of family leadership with both humility and courage.He talks honestly about the mistakes he's made, some of the lessons he's learned, and what it means to approach marriage and fatherhood with clarity, sobriety, and conviction. This isn’t just theory, it’s lived experience. We share the real work of becoming a steady presence in the home, bearing responsibility, and leading in a way that invites trust and builds legacy.If you're a husband or father, or preparing to become one, this episode offers hard-earned wisdom, practical tools, and grounded encouragement for the road ahead.Listen in.Connect with Curt:https://proclaimpodcasting.com/Connect with Masculine Revival:– 📬 Free weekly articles & teachings: Subscribe on Substack– 📱 Follow on Instagram: @masculinerevival– 🛡 Join the Brotherhood (Men’s Groups): Apply Here– 🔥 1:1 Men’s Mentorship: Learn More

No man is truly self-made.You were shaped by your parents, your friends, your pain, your past.Even the things you think you did on your own were built on a foundation someone else helped lay.In this episode, I break down the myth of the self-made man and explain why isolation is the enemy of real growth.We cover the danger of always running from your reflection, the value of staying in hard relationships, and why the mirror of brotherhood is what actually refines you.Masculine maturity doesn’t happen in a vacuum.It happens when you stop hiding, stop performing, and face the truth with other men beside you.If you’ve been doing life alone—or you’ve been trying to "figure it all out" before you show up—this episode is for you.Connect with Masculine Revival:– 📬 Free weekly articles & teachings: Subscribe on Substack– 🎥 New YouTube Channel: Subscribe on YouTube– 📱 Follow on Instagram: @masculinerevival– 🛡 Join the Brotherhood (Men’s Groups): Apply Here– 🔥 1:1 Men’s Mentorship: Learn More

I sit down with Jonathan Rios who is a psychotherapist with over 20 years in the mental health industry for a deep and grounded conversation on what it means to become a man.We cover a variety of topics pertaining to the pursuit of authentic and mature masculinity, like...– Cultivating a masculine identity in a confused culture– Facing fear and finding real courage– Discovering your purpose and unique gift– The process of initiation and becoming a man– Forgiveness & father hunger in men– And much moreThere is some real depth and nuance shared in this episode, enjoy! Connect with Jonathan:Jonathan's Website: https://thriiv.co/primal-menJonathan's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/primalvirtues/ Connect with Masculine Revival:– 📬 Free weekly articles & teachings: Subscribe on Substack– 🎥 New YouTube Channel: Subscribe on YouTube– 📱 Follow on Instagram: @masculinerevival– 🛡 Join the Brotherhood (Men’s Groups): Apply Here– 🔥 1:1 Men’s Mentorship: Learn More

Most modern men are stuck in a victim mindset and they don’t even realize it.In this episode, I unpack what it means to cultivate a masculine mindset, one rooted in responsibility, grit, and forward motion. From killing your inner complainer to learning how to lean just past your edge, this is a wake-up call for men who are ready to reject passivity and start carrying real weight.We cover:Why life isn’t about you and why that’s freeingTurning failure into feedbackLiving on your edge without burning outWhat it looks like to “go to war” with whiningFinding your inner warrior and doing hard thingsWhy keeping your word is masculine spiritual warfarePlus, a shoutout to the five newest men who stepped into the Brotherhood this month.This episode will sharpen you! Connect with Masculine Revival:– 📬 Free weekly articles & teachings: Subscribe on Substack– 🎥 New YouTube Channel: Subscribe on YouTube– 📱 Follow on Instagram: @masculinerevival– 🛡 Join the Brotherhood (Men’s Groups): Apply Here– 🔥 1:1 Men’s Mentorship: Learn More

In this episode, I break down 21 traits that define authentic, mature masculinity. This isn’t just a list of ideals, it’s a mirror. A way to see where you’re standing strong, and where you’re falling short.We cover everything from taking full responsibility for your life… to leading your family with both strength and tenderness… to living with sexual integrity, emotional discipline, and masculine frame.This is a practical, no-fluff breakdown of what it actually looks like to be a man in today’s world, and to stop drifting through life as a passive, lukewarm version of yourself.Listen in, take inventory, and count your score. Then ask the deeper question:What kind of man am I becoming?If you want help turning these traits into daily habits, go to 👉 masculinerevival.com and apply to join the Brotherhood.Connect with Masculine Revival:– 📬 Free weekly articles & teachings: Subscribe on Substack– 🎥 New YouTube Channel: Subscribe on YouTube– 📱 Follow on Instagram: @masculinerevival– 🛡 Join the Brotherhood (Men’s Groups): Apply Here– 🔥 1:1 Men’s Mentorship: Learn More

Too many men are stuck in cycles of guilt, shame, and self-hatred, trying to move forward while dragging the dead weight of their past behind them. In this episode, Brendan delivers a stern but fatherly call to finally lay it down.You’ll learn why willpower isn’t enough, what it really takes to receive forgiveness, and how to stop punishing yourself for the man you used to be. This is about more than healing... It’s about choosing a new identity rooted in grace, responsibility, and masculine maturity.If you're tired of trying to earn your worth or fix yourself through performance… this episode is your invitation to stop running and start rebuilding. CONNECT + WORK WITH BRENDAN🔹 InstagramDaily content on masculinity, marriage, and leadershiphttps://www.instagram.com/masculinerevival🔹 SubstackWeekly teachings and personal reflections for men and women—packed with free valuehttps://www.masculinerevival.com/email-list🔹 Brotherhood (Men’s Groups)Structured, high-accountability men’s groups for those serious about leveling up in life, faith, and leadershiphttps://masculinerevival.com🔹 Couples CoachingStrengthen your marriage or relationship with my personalized supporthttps://masculinerevival.com/couples🔹 1:1 Mentorship for MenFocused coaching for men committed to personal growth, purpose, and leadershiphttps://masculinerevival.com/mentorship

What does it take to become a man in our time? In this episode, I sit down with Father Michael Butler, who is the priest of Holy Transfiguration Orthodox Church in Livonia, MI, for a deep conversation on manhood, virtue, and faith. With over 30 years of experience in men’s work and 30 years serving in the priesthood, Fr. Michael brings a rare depth and nuance to the discussion. We talk about the crisis of manhood in the modern world, the importance of initiation and discipline, the recovery of virtue, and how ancient Christian wisdom speaks directly to the hearts of men today. This conversation will challenge and encourage you, whether you're a husband, father, leader, or simply a man trying to walk the narrow road. Follow Fr. Michael on Instagram: HEREFr Michaels website: HERE CONNECT + WORK WITH BRENDAN🔹 InstagramDaily content on masculinity, marriage, and leadershiphttps://www.instagram.com/masculinerevival🔹 SubstackWeekly teachings and personal reflections for men and women—packed with free valuehttps://www.masculinerevival.com/email-list🔹 Brotherhood (Men’s Groups)Structured, high-accountability men’s groups for those serious about leveling up in life, faith, and leadershiphttps://masculinerevival.com🔹 Couples CoachingStrengthen your marriage or relationship with my personalized supporthttps://masculinerevival.com/couples🔹 1:1 Mentorship for MenFocused coaching for men committed to personal growth, purpose, and leadershiphttps://masculinerevival.com/mentorship

This is the story behind the man you see today, and the pain that shaped him.In this episode, I walk you through some of the pivotal turning points in my life. This is a raw and honest look at how God used brokenness, not success, to make me a man.If you’ve ever felt lost, broken, or unsure of the road ahead, this one’s for you.CONNECT + WORK WITH BRENDAN🔹 InstagramDaily content on masculinity, marriage, and leadershiphttps://www.instagram.com/masculinerevival🔹 SubstackWeekly teachings and personal reflections for men and women—packed with free valuehttps://www.masculinerevival.com/email-list🔹 Brotherhood (Men’s Groups)Structured, high-accountability men’s groups for those serious about leveling up in life, faith, and leadershiphttps://masculinerevival.com🔹 Couples CoachingStrengthen your marriage or relationship with my personalized supporthttps://masculinerevival.com/couples🔹 1:1 Mentorship for MenFocused coaching for men committed to personal growth, purpose, and leadershiphttps://masculinerevival.com/mentorship

What is mature masculinity, and how do you cultivate it in a culture that never taught you how to grow up?In this foundational episode of the Masculine Revival Podcast, Brendan Schmidt delivers a clear, structured teaching on the journey from boyhood to manhood. Drawing from personal experience, years of mentorship, and hard-earned wisdom, he lays out the traits of immature men, the marks of mature masculinity, and a practical framework for becoming the man you were meant to be.This episode covers:- The difference between boyhood, prolonged adolescence, and manhood- Why most men are stuck, and how to break free- The real definition of masculinity (hint: it’s not bravado)- How mature masculinity plays out in marriage, fatherhood, and leadership- The 3 Pillars of Mature Masculinity: Clarity, Containment, and CourageWhether you’re just starting out or seeking to deepen your growth as a husband, father, or leader, this is a must-listen.________________________________________________________________Timestamps Boyhood (03:25)Traits of the immature man (06:22)What mature masculinity is (08:47)The three pillars of mature masculinity (10:45)How to cultivate mature masculinity (13:03)________________________________________________________________CONNECT + WORK WITH BRENDAN🔹 InstagramDaily content on masculinity, marriage, and leadershiphttps://www.instagram.com/masculinerevival🔹 SubstackWeekly teachings and personal reflections for men and women—packed with free valuehttps://www.masculinerevival.com/email-list🔹 Brotherhood (Men’s Groups)Structured, high-accountability men’s groups for those serious about leveling up in life, faith, and leadershiphttps://masculinerevival.com🔹 Couples CoachingStrengthen your marriage or relationship with my personalized supporthttps://masculinerevival.com/couples🔹 1:1 Mentorship for MenFocused coaching for men committed to personal growth, purpose, and leadershiphttps://masculinerevival.com/mentorship

In this comeback episode, Brendan shares the personal and spiritual journey that reshaped his life, work, and message. He opens up about the cost of choosing conviction over comfort, and the clarity he’s found on the other side. This episode lays out a bold new direction for the Masculine Revival Podcast, and a call for men to pursue truth no matter the cost. If you’re feeling stuck, compromised, or unclear about what it means to lead with integrity in today’s world, this conversation will challenge you to reorient your life around what matters most. _____________________________________________________________CONNECT + WORK WITH BRENDAN🔹 InstagramDaily content on masculinity, marriage, and leadershiphttps://www.instagram.com/masculinerevival🔹 SubstackWeekly teachings and personal reflections for men and women—packed with free valuehttps://www.masculinerevival.com/email-list🔹 Brotherhood (Men’s Groups)Structured, high-accountability men’s groups for those serious about leveling up in life, faith, and leadershiphttps://masculinerevival.com🔹 Couples CoachingStrengthen your marriage or relationship with my personalized supporthttps://masculinerevival.com/couples🔹 1:1 Mentorship for MenFocused coaching for men committed to personal growth, purpose, and leadershiphttps://masculinerevival.com/mentorship

When he leads well, her submission flows naturally and easily... right? In this episode, Brendan breaks down the ever popular concept of "masculine men create feminine women." He explains the ways in which this concept is true, and the ways in which it can be incredibly damaging and detrimental to the health of a relationship. Lots of insights, lessons and tips shared in this one... Enjoy!_____________________________________________________________CONNECT + WORK WITH BRENDAN🔹 InstagramDaily content on masculinity, marriage, and leadershiphttps://www.instagram.com/masculinerevival🔹 SubstackWeekly teachings and personal reflections for men and women—packed with free valuehttps://www.masculinerevival.com/email-list🔹 Brotherhood (Men’s Groups)Structured, high-accountability men’s groups for those serious about leveling up in life, faith, and leadershiphttps://masculinerevival.com🔹 Couples CoachingStrengthen your marriage or relationship with my personalized supporthttps://masculinerevival.com/couples🔹 1:1 Mentorship for MenFocused coaching for men committed to personal growth, purpose, and leadershiphttps://masculinerevival.com/mentorship____________________________________INTRO (00:50)Why am I even talking about this? (02:05)The ways in which it is a true statement (08:36)The ways in which it is false and can be damaging and harmful (13:06)An ideal actually worth striving for… (17:42)

Entering mature manhood with both feet requires doing the "inner-work". A man must get right with himself, his past, and where he comes from. Once he's done this, he is freed up to do the "outer work" of acquiring, accomplishing, achieving, and becoming the man that he wants to be. In today's episode, Brendan explains the ins and outs of what can be a complicated and confusing topic for many men._____________________________________________________________CONNECT + WORK WITH BRENDAN🔹 InstagramDaily content on masculinity, marriage, and leadershiphttps://www.instagram.com/masculinerevival🔹 SubstackWeekly teachings and personal reflections for men and women—packed with free valuehttps://www.masculinerevival.com/email-list🔹 Brotherhood (Men’s Groups)Structured, high-accountability men’s groups for those serious about leveling up in life, faith, and leadershiphttps://masculinerevival.com🔹 Couples CoachingStrengthen your marriage or relationship with my personalized supporthttps://masculinerevival.com/couples🔹 1:1 Mentorship for MenFocused coaching for men committed to personal growth, purpose, and leadershiphttps://masculinerevival.com/mentorship____________________________________(00:50) Updates(04:55) Intro(05:16) Defining Inner Work vs Outer Work(08:56) Men fall into these two extremes(12:05) Which is more important? Which should a person start with?(14:11) Why do men avoid inner work?(18:51) How to actually do inner work.(25:22) How does Christ tie into all of this?

Is a wife's sin her husband's responsibility, and is there even such a thing as an "abusive wife"? Our highly feministic culture usually suggests that any wrong a wife does in her marriage was somehow triggered by her husband's poor behaviour or poor performance. This thinking leads to not only a whole lot of marriage dysfunction, but sadly a whole lot of divorce.In the first ever Masculine Revival Podcast interview, Brendan sits down with Dr. David Edgington to discuss several controversial topics pertaining to marriage and how a couple can flip an unhealthy marriage dynamic into a functional one that honours each other and God.Grab Davids Book, The Abusive Wife: Ministering To The Contentious Woman - GET IT HEREView Davids Website - HEREFollow David On Twitter - HERE_____________________________________________________________CONNECT + WORK WITH BRENDAN🔹 InstagramDaily content on masculinity, marriage, and leadershiphttps://www.instagram.com/masculinerevival🔹 SubstackWeekly teachings and personal reflections for men and women—packed with free valuehttps://www.masculinerevival.com/email-list🔹 Brotherhood (Men’s Groups)Structured, high-accountability men’s groups for those serious about leveling up in life, faith, and leadershiphttps://masculinerevival.com🔹 Couples CoachingStrengthen your marriage or relationship with my personalized supporthttps://masculinerevival.com/couples🔹 1:1 Mentorship for MenFocused coaching for men committed to personal growth, purpose, and leadershiphttps://masculinerevival.com/mentorship

Join Brendan for the much anticipated 41st episode of the show as he briefly addresses parting ways with Mike, and then dives into the topic of how to properly assess compatibility for marriage and how to know if a woman is worth marrying! New content coming out weekly again. Thank you for your patience and understanding!_____________________________________________________________CONNECT + WORK WITH BRENDAN🔹 InstagramDaily content on masculinity, marriage, and leadershiphttps://www.instagram.com/masculinerevival🔹 SubstackWeekly teachings and personal reflections for men and women—packed with free valuehttps://www.masculinerevival.com/email-list🔹 Brotherhood (Men’s Groups)Structured, high-accountability men’s groups for those serious about leveling up in life, faith, and leadershiphttps://masculinerevival.com🔹 Couples CoachingStrengthen your marriage or relationship with my personalized supporthttps://masculinerevival.com/couples🔹 1:1 Mentorship for MenFocused coaching for men committed to personal growth, purpose, and leadershiphttps://masculinerevival.com/mentorship