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Episode Title: My Soul Longs for the WildernessWhat if the longing you feel deep in your soul isn’t random… but a calling?In this powerful and deeply personal episode of Unleashed, Brent Henderson opens up about an unexpected emotional response to a TV series—and how it revealed something far deeper: a buried grief, a longing for the wilderness, and a realization that changed everything.Through vivid stories of elk hunting in the mountains of Colorado, quiet mornings in a remote cabin, close encounters with wildlife, and unforgettable moments in the wild, Brent takes you on a journey into the places that make a man come alive.But this episode goes beyond the outdoors.It dives into:The ache many men feel but can’t explainThe loss we carry but never fully grieveThe parts of ourselves that remain unknown—even to those closest to usAnd the deeper truth behind why the wilderness calls to usAt the center of it all is a powerful shift: 👉 It’s not just about being known… 👉 It’s about being invited to truly know God.With raw honesty, spiritual insight, and a challenge that will stir your soul, this episode will push you to ask:What makes me come alive?Where have I settled?What is my soul really thirsting for?If you’ve ever felt the pull of the mountains, the wild, or something more… this episode is for you.

UNLEASHED PODCAST – EPISODE 142The Peace Robbers: What’s Stealing Your Peace (And How to Take It Back)Have you felt it lately?Not full-blown anxiety. Not even stress. Just… unsettled.Like something’s off—but you can’t quite put your finger on it.You’re not alone.In this powerful episode of Unleashed, Brent Henderson and Kevin Huff expose the silent forces robbing men of their peace—everything from political division and global conflict to social media, work pressure, family stress, and the constant noise of everyday life.Because here’s the truth: Your peace isn’t just disappearing… it’s being stolen.And if you don’t recognize what’s taking it, you can’t take it back.🔥 In This Episode, You’ll Discover:Why you feel “off” even when nothing seems wrongHow social media, politics, and world events are quietly draining your peaceThe difference between good tension and the kind that destroys your soulWhy most men avoid stillness—and what shows up when they don’tThe powerful distinction between stillness and lazinessHow busyness overwhelms you—but passivity haunts youWhy isolation and digital connection are sabotaging real peaceHow brotherhood and time with God restore clarity and directionPractical ways to take your peace back and build a life of rhythm, not chaosThis episode also introduces Brent’s upcoming book, The Big Five Man Killers—an 8-week study releasing May 13th, just ahead of Father’s Day—designed to help men identify and fight the very things destroying their peace, purpose, and identity.⚔️ If you’ve been feeling overwhelmed, distracted, disconnected, or just not yourself…This episode will help you understand why—and show you how to fight back.🙏 Stick around to the end…Brent shares a powerful personal story involving his hit song Peace Be Still—and closes the episode with the song itself as a reminder that true peace isn’t found when the storm stops… it’s found when your soul does.🔁 SHARE THIS EPISODEKnow a man who’s carrying too much right now? Send this to him.💥 SUPPORT THE MISSIONIf this podcast is impacting your life, consider supporting at: 👉 https://www.unleashed.men/about/donate

Is shame really how God changes people?In this powerful episode of Unleashed, Brent Henderson challenges one of the most common—and damaging—beliefs in Christian culture: that fear, guilt, and shame will lead people to obedience.Through real-life stories, biblical truth, and raw honesty, Brent unpacks why shame doesn’t transform hearts—and why it may actually push people further away from God.You’ll hear:A shocking church illustration that used fear to drive decisionsA real conversation with a woman trying to be “good enough” for GodA heartbreaking story of a family burdened with shame after tragedyThe truth about suicide and what Scripture actually saysA powerful reframing of the Prodigal Son story—through the lens of the FatherThis episode dives deep into identity, grace, and the truth that God is not looking for reasons to reject you—He’s looking to redeem you.If you’ve ever felt like you had to earn God’s love… If you’ve been weighed down by guilt or shame… Or if you’ve tried to change yourself—or others—through pressure instead of grace…This episode will set you free.

The Navy SEALs have a saying: “The only easy day was yesterday.”In this episode of the Unleashed Podcast, Brent Henderson challenges men to live as the tip of the spear in their families, their faith, and their leadership.Strength doesn’t happen by accident. It’s built through discipline—physically, spiritually, and mentally.Brent shares practical steps men can take to train their bodies, sharpen their spirits through God’s Word, and develop a rhythm of rest that allows them to stay strong for the battles of life.If you want to become the kind of man who can withstand pressure, lead well, and live with purpose, this episode will challenge you to step up and train.Because the truth is…The only easy day was yesterday.

At a recent men’s retreat in southern Indiana, something powerful happened.Men from every walk of life—veterans carrying PTSD, men recovering from addiction, pastors, steel workers, fathers walking through divorce, and men battling shame—gathered together with one goal: freedom.During the retreat we confronted the lies that quietly destroy men’s lives. We talked about identity in Christ, the Five Phases of the Warrior, and the spiritual battle that takes place in the mind. We exposed the Big Five Mankillers—lack of purpose, lack of respect, anger, lust, and shame—and the powerful weapon the enemy uses to keep men silent and stuck: fear.But this episode isn’t just about a retreat.It’s about the moment when men decide they are done living defeated.At the end of the weekend, every man stood with an imaginary sword raised in his hand and drew a line in the dirt—a line representing the moment he chose to stop letting the enemy cross into his life, his marriage, and his family.What happened next was unforgettable.It wasn’t one man stepping forward at a time.It was an army stepping forward together.The Bible tells us in 1 Peter 5:8 that the enemy prowls around like a roaring lion looking for someone to devour. But when those men crossed that line, the enemy didn’t find prey.He found warriors.Men who had rediscovered their identity in Christ. Men who had learned how to declaw the lies of the enemy. Men who had decided it was time to fight back.This episode is a call to every man listening: You were not created to live defeated. You were created to live unleashed.

The War Beneath the War The war on the news isn’t the one destroying most homes.While headlines scream of war, conflict, division, and uncertainty, the real battle is quieter, often hidden, and far more personal. Scripture reminds us that our struggle is not against flesh and blood (Ephesians 6:12), but against spiritual forces that seek to divide marriages, families, and identity.In this powerful episode of the Unleashed Podcast, Brent Henderson and Kevin Huff unpack The War Beneath the War — the unseen spiritual warfare targeting marriages, masculinity, leadership, and a man’s sense of worth and value.This isn’t about red vs. blue. It’s about light vs. darkness.The enemy’s strategy is division — dividing husbands from wives, parents from children, and men from their God-given identity.If he wins the war inside the home, he never has to win the war outside of it.In this episode, you’ll discover:Why the most dangerous battles are the ones no one seesHow misplaced identity quietly erodes marriagesWhy chasing respect can cost you peaceHow to recognize the real enemyHow to fight the right war — with truth, grace, courage, compassion, and empathyThis episode will challenge you to look beyond what’s visible… and lead where it matters most.Because the greatest battles are rarely visible.If you are a husband, father, pastor, or leader, this conversation will strengthen your foundation and clarify your focus.

In this powerful episode of the Unleashed Podcast, Brent Henderson shares two real stories that expose a hard truth every man must face: if you bury it, you carry it.One man openly shared his childhood sexual abuse and how bringing shame into the light saved his marriage. Another man buried resentment, anger, and lust, and ultimately lost his.What was the difference?Exposure versus secrecy. Trust versus control. Freedom versus fear.In this episode you’ll learn:• Why secrecy fuels addiction and resentment • How fear keeps men silent • The difference between control and healthy boundaries • Why guilt and shame destroy trust • How confession breaks the enemy’s hold • Why vulnerability is a pathway to freedom in ChristThe enemy wants you isolated and hiding. Jesus calls you into the light.If you bury anger, you carry resentment. If you bury lust, you carry shame. If you bury fear, you carry insecurity.But when you expose what you’ve been hiding, you stop carrying it alone.This episode will challenge you to confront what you’ve buried, draw healthy boundaries around yourself, and walk in the identity and freedom God designed for you.

🔥 The Big 5 Mankillers: The AwakeningEpisode 136What if the thing holding you back isn’t your circumstances… but the lies you’ve believed about yourself?In this powerful launch episode introducing The Big 5 Mankillers, Brent Henderson takes you deep into the mountains — and even deeper into the heart of a man searching for identity, purpose, and freedom.From leading men’s retreats in the Idaho wilderness… to hitting rock bottom in his own life… to walking through a decade of intense discipleship that reshaped everything — Brent shares what sparked his personal awakening and why this new book matters so much.You’ll hear:Why hiding your failures keeps you stuckHow honesty breaks the enemy’s gripWhy “changed men change men”The connection between pursuing your wife… and pursuing GodHow truth declaws the lies that have stalked you since childhoodWhat it really means to make disciples (Matthew 28:19)This isn’t behavior modification. It’s identity transformation.The enemy prowls like a roaring lion looking for someone to devour — but when you expose the lie, you declaw him.If you’ve ever felt disqualified, stuck, ashamed, or unsure of who you really are — this episode is your wake-up call.It’s time to break free. It’s time to get your life back. It’s time for The Awakening.

February can leave men stuck in neutral—cold weather, low motivation, and “nothing going on” can quietly turn into spiritual and emotional hibernation. In this episode of Unleashed, Brent Henderson shares a powerful conversation with world-champion whitetail hunter Kyle Burch, a brown bear story from Alaska’s Russian River, and a practical biblical challenge to prepare in season and out of season (2 Timothy 4:2). You’ll learn how to use this “off-season” to build momentum, replace lies with truth, and get ready for what’s ahead—because you don’t rise to the moment; you fall back on what you prepared for. Includes a personal update from Brent’s cardiologist after his quadruple bypass and a clear action plan to help men break free from unhealthy thoughts and live Unleashed.

Following the CallUnleashed Podcast – Episode 134What makes you tick?In this episode of the Unleashed Podcast, Brent Henderson shares how following God’s call becomes something you can’t not do. From a high school counselor who said he wasn’t college material, to working in a steel mill believing a lie about his worth, Brent unpacks how God used adversity, danger, and unexpected moments to awaken his true purpose.Brent reflects on his early music career—including touring with Steven Curtis Chapman and his college roommate Eric Horner—and how all three men stayed true to their calling by serving Jesus through music with their lives. Their stories reveal a powerful truth: when a man aligns with how God uniquely created him, he comes fully alive.This episode challenges men to confront the Big Lie—that performance and others’ opinions define their worth—and replace it with God’s truth. Brent explains how real whys give life meaning, while counterfeit whys like money, status, success, and approval only keep men busy and empty.If you’re bored, beaten down, searching for more, or wondering why your life feels stalled, this episode will help you rediscover the call God placed on your life—and the courage to follow it.Because when a man finds his why, he stops surviving and starts living.

You never know who’s listening… and you never know how God might use words spoken through a podcast to change a man’s life.In this powerful episode of Unleashed, Brent Henderson reflects on a journey that took him from the SHOT Show in Las Vegas to a historic winter storm back home—and how God used words spoken through the Unleashed podcast to meet a man at the most important crossroads of his life.After the show, Brent and his wife Stacy experienced The Wizard of Oz at the Las Vegas Sphere—an unforgettable reminder of how immersive and powerful words, sound, and story can be. Less than 24 hours later, they returned home through whiteout conditions and dangerous roads, where one wrong move could send you careening off course.At the SHOT Show, a man approached Brent after recognizing his voice. What Brent didn’t know was that this man had found Jesus alone in his truck while listening to an episode of the Unleashed podcast. The episode—“What Are You Willing to Risk”—was about taking risks, and for this man, the risk wasn’t just financial. Having invested everything into his business, he faced the greatest risk of all: trusting that God is real.Through the words he heard on the podcast, faith stopped being theoretical and became personal. God met him right there behind the wheel, changing the direction of his life.This episode also explores how careless words can wound deeply, how unseen listeners are closer than we think, and why Scripture reminds us that the tongue has the power of life and death. Drawing inspiration from William Wallace’s iconic speech in Braveheart, Brent speaks directly to men who have been talked down to, dismissed, or silenced—and calls them to rise again with courage, identity, and freedom.If you’ve ever wondered whether your words matter… If you’ve ever been hurt by what someone said about you… If you need courage to take a step of faith…This episode is for you.

In this episode of Unleashed, Brent Henderson shares a powerful message about discernment, emotional triggers, and what to do after you’ve already “taken the bait” in a conflict. Using a SHOT Show setup, a hunting landmine illustration, and the warning of 1 Peter 5:8 (“be alert… your enemy the devil prowls”), Brent unpacks how the Holy Spirit helps us see what we can’t see before a moment detonates.You’ll hear a personal story from a wedding reception that reveals how quickly anger can steal peace—even when the motivation feels justified—and how humility, boundaries, repentance, and empathy can redeem a situation after a misstep. If you’ve ever replayed an argument, regretted your words, or felt trapped in outrage, this episode will help you reset your heart, guard your mind, and walk in step with the Spirit.

When Disagreement Becomes a Trap How to Spot the Landmines Before You Step on ThemWhat happens when disagreement stops being dialogue—and becomes a setup?In this episode of Unleashed, Brent Henderson explores a reality many people are facing today: conversations that no longer seek understanding, but instead diagnose, accuse, and entrap. Drawing from a real-life moment and the wisdom of Jesus, Brent reveals how some disagreements are designed to pull us into anger, defensiveness, and a loss of peace.You’ll learn how to recognize when a conversation has shifted from healthy disagreement to personal diagnosis, how to spot verbal “landmines” before you step on them, and why wisdom sometimes speaks—and sometimes walks away.This episode will help you:Discern the difference between dialogue and diagnosisRecognize when a conversation has become a trapUnderstand how constant outrage reshapes the heartSee how Jesus responded when others tried to trap HimProtect your peace, your relationships, and your callingIf you’ve ever walked away from a conversation feeling drained, misrepresented, or emotionally ambushed, this episode offers clarity, language, and biblical wisdom for navigating conflict without losing who you are.We are the resistance—not to people, but to the power of darkness.

The Man Beneath the Tattoos | Unleashed – Episode 130In this episode, I talk about what I see every year at the SHOT Show—men who are tough, disciplined, loyal, and willing to stand shoulder to shoulder with their brothers when it matters. Many of them wear tattoos. But tattoos don’t make a man a man.What really matters is what’s beneath the tattoos.This conversation is about godly manhood that’s lived out, not performed. We dig into what separates image from substance, why real respect among men isn’t built on appearance or titles, and how true strength shows up in integrity, humility, courage, and faithfulness.I share ten markers of godly manhood that don’t just shape a man’s life—they bring stability, safety, and strength to everyone around him. Because when a man knows who he is in Christ, the people around him feel safer, more secure, and drawn to him.This generation is watching. They don’t just need inspiration—they need discipleship.If you’re serious about becoming the kind of man whose life carries weight, this episode is for you.

As we step into a new year, it’s easy to get caught up in resolutions, goals, and everything we should do next. But what if the most important question isn’t what’s next—it’s what really matters?In this deeply personal episode of the Unleashed Podcast, Brent Henderson reflects on Christmas memories, old photographs, and the powerful truth that moments—not things—shape our lives. Drawing from his own season of life as a father nearing empty-nest years, Brent explores why time is the most valuable gift we can give to God, our families, and the people we love.This episode introduces a simple but transformative framework—the could dos, the should dos, and the must dos—and explains why getting the order right is essential for balance, peace, and purpose. Brent also shares the full lyrics and story behind his song “Love Is Spelled Time,” a reminder that love is something you spend, not something you buy.If you’re feeling the pull to slow down, reset your priorities, forgive more freely, and live with greater intention in the year ahead, this episode will meet you right where you are.

Christmas can be one of the hardest seasons of the year—especially for men carrying grief from loss, divorce, broken relationships, or an uncertain future.In this deeply personal episode of the Unleashed Podcast, Brent Henderson is joined by Kevin Huff to talk honestly about grief at Christmas and how to find peace without pretending the pain isn’t real.Brent shares powerful personal stories of losing grandparents, parents, family traditions, and walking through divorce—and how grief has a way of resurfacing during the holidays. Together, Brent and Kevin unpack the difference between grief, presence, and surrender, and why healing doesn’t come from burying pain, but from bringing it to God.This episode isn’t about putting a bow on your hurt. It’s about learning how to walk through grief, stay present with those you love, and surrender what you were never meant to carry alone.If Christmas feels heavy this year, this conversation will remind you that:You’re not weak for hurtingYou don’t have to rush healingGod isn’t asking you to surrender your memories—only the painPerfect for men navigating loss, blended families, divorce, medical uncertainty, or emotional exhaustion during the holidays.

Title: Walking the Trail From Unforgiveness to Forgiveness — Unleashed Podcast Episode 127Unforgiveness doesn’t start as a boulder in the trail—it starts as a pebble in your boot. Pride. Anger. Hurt. Control. Those four small stones can turn into a weight that breaks a man down from the inside out.In this week’s episode of Unleashed, Brent Henderson takes you deep into one of the most rugged journeys a man can face: the journey from unforgiveness to forgiveness. This episode weaves together a powerful mix of wilderness moments, real conversations, and several personal stories that expose how unforgiveness actually forms inside us long before we realize it.Brent shares:A trail story with one of his closest friends—after years of hunting, fishing, backpacking, and ministry together—that reveals how brotherhood exposes what we’re holding onto.A vulnerable look at his own life, breaking down how pride whispers that we must be right…How anger convinces us we’re justified…How hurt blinds us to the bigger story…And how control keeps us from taking that first step toward freedom.He also tackles the fear many men face but rarely admit: “What if they reject me?” “What if forgiving makes me look weak?” “What if reconciliation never comes?”With biblical clarity and raw honesty, Brent shows that forgiveness is not about changing someone else—it’s about letting God change us. Because another person’s ability to forgive is ultimately between them and God, not us.If you’ve ever carried resentment… wrestled with disappointment… or felt trapped between wanting to forgive but not knowing how—this episode will give you the courage to take the next step.Listen now and begin walking your own trail from unforgiveness to forgiveness.🔗 Support the ministry at: unleashed.men/about/donate

Christmas isn’t about recreating yesterday — it’s about showing up for the people we love today.In this deeply personal episode of Unleashed, Brent Henderson shares the story behind the title “Before the Lights Go Out” — from childhood memories of hanging Christmas lights with his father, to standing beside a hospital bed years later as the light slowly faded from his dad’s eyes. What do we remember at Christmas? It’s not the presents — it’s presence. It’s not the decorations — it’s love.Brent also honors his wife Stacy’s powerful story of redemption, how beauty rose from ashes in her life, and why she now creates spaces where others can experience warmth and the love of Christ. Through grief, reconciliation, unresolved pain, and forgiveness, this episode explores why healing only comes when we choose to show up and love well — before time slips away.You’ll be challenged to stop living in nostalgia or performance mode and instead embrace what Christmas was always meant to be: a season to connect hearts, restore relationships, and shine the Light of Christ where darkness has touched.This episode closes with Brent reading his original song for his wife, “Candles, Carols, and Icicles,” as a reminder that it’s the glow of God’s love that truly makes the world feel right.If you’ve struggled with loss, broken family relationships, estrangement, or the fear of wasted moments — this episode is for you.

Confront to Restore, Not to Crucify – Unleashed PodcastWhen is it right to confront someone—and when does confrontation become judgment? In this episode of Unleashed, Brent and Kevin explore one of the hardest questions men face: How do we speak truth without destroying relationships?The conversation begins with a powerful real-life moment when Kevin had to step in to confront a man who didn’t realize he was having a heart attack during a pickleball tournament—a confrontation that saved the man’s life. From there, the discussion turns spiritual: When should we confront someone we love? What does the Bible actually teach about confrontation? And how do we approach hard conversations with restoration—not punishment—as the goal?Using Jesus’ instructions from Matthew 18 to “go to them,” “take a witness,” and “bring it before the church,” Brent breaks down the biblical process for healthy, redemptive confrontation—including the misunderstood command to treat someone “like a pagan or tax collector,” which is not a call to shunning, but a call to begin again in love when repentance hasn’t taken root.This episode also addresses:The difference between godly confrontation and toxic judgmentWhy gossip makes us part of the problem instead of the solutionHow trust and relationship matter before tough conversations can healWhat actually helps someone walk through addiction, sin, or struggle—and what never doesWhy “If restoration isn’t your goal, confrontation isn’t your calling.”Brent shares a compelling story from a plane ride conversation about shunning, along with the question he often asks church audiences: What wouldn’t help you grow when you’re struggling—and what would? The answers reveal the heart of real brotherhood: presence, grace, truth, and commitment to walk with someone toward healing.Grounded in John 3:17, the episode reminds us that Jesus came not to condemn the world—but to save it—and that men who confront for restoration become lifelines rather than executioners.

When a man stops talking to God, something subtle begins to happen: he drifts. Not in a dramatic way — but slowly, quietly, almost comfortably at first. Until one day he realizes he’s far from the Father he loves.In this episode of Unleashed, Brent Henderson shares a powerful story from the Alaskan coast about drifting at sea for six days… all because communication was lost. And he connects it to what happens spiritually when men drift from prayer, from trust, and from hearing God’s voice.This message gets real about: – Why men slowly drift off course spiritually – How shame, busyness, and self-reliance keep us from prayer – Why God sometimes feels slow or silent when we’ve drifted – What David’s life teaches us about avoiding God… and coming home – How humility and honesty restore closeness with GodIf you’ve felt disconnected from God lately — not rebellious, just distant — this episode is a compass in your hand.Give God room to speak, and you’ll rediscover the nearness that was never gone — only forgotten.It’s time to stop drifting… and start talking to the One who never moved.

You Don’t Die for a LieWhy the Disciples’ Courage Proves Jesus Was Who He Said He Was When you’ve lived the kind of wild stories I have — charged by a massive bear, caught a black mamba by hand, nearly drowned in a whirlpool, and almost crushed by a 500-foot glacier off Alaska’s coast — people sometimes ask, “Did that really happen?”I get it. Some of those stories sound unbelievable. That’s why I always tell them about the witnesses — the friends who were right there beside me when it all went down.In this week’s Unleashed Podcast, Kevin and I talk about why that matters — not just in adventure stories, but in our faith. Because the disciples didn’t follow Jesus because of what they’d heard — they followed Him because of what they’d seen.They saw Him heal the sick, raise the dead, and later appear to them after He Himself had risen. And that truth turned their fear into fire.These men didn’t die for a rumor or a religious idea — they died because they knew Him. No one willingly faces torture, prison, and death for a lie.In this episode, Kevin and I unpack the evidence, the eyewitness accounts, and the courage that prove Jesus is who He said He is — the Way, the Truth, and the Life.🎧 Listen to You Don’t Die for a Lie wherever you get your podcasts. 💥 Subscribe, share, and be part of the resistance.Because truth isn’t fragile — it’s a Person. And His name is Jesus.

When the Holy Spirit says “let go,” obedience can save your life—and your heart.In this week’s Unleashed episode, Brent shares a powerful story from The Big 5 Mankillers about fighting a massive fish off Alaska’s coast—and how cutting the line saved him from disaster.Later, Kevin joins the conversation to help unpack what it truly looks like to surrender control, listen for the Holy Spirit’s voice, and break free from the unhealthy thoughts that have been tyrannizing our minds.

In this episode, Brent Henderson and Kevin Huff rally men to rise up, fight back against passivity, and live out their God-given purpose. This isn’t about playing it safe — it’s about picking up your cross and living dangerous for good.The guys talk about what it means to move beyond comfort and convenience: “It’s not enough to wear a cross — you have to pick up yours.” We say we want God to bless us, but not to change us. We want just enough Jesus to inspire us, but not enough to transform us — because that would require more of us.So the question is — do we really want what God has for us, or do we just want Him to give us what we want?This episode calls men to action: lead a Bible study, host a men’s event, help a brother who’s down, and step into the fight. The Resistance isn’t passive — it’s powerful.We are The Resistance. Be dangerous for good.

Unleashed Episode Title: It’s Time to RiskMost men live stuck in “ready … aim … ready … aim …” mode — but they never fire. They wait for perfect conditions that never come, holding back on the very things God has called them to step into.In this powerful episode, Brent and Kevin unpack what it means to take holy risks — to stop hesitating and start moving toward the life God designed you for.Brent shares lessons from the treestand, the hunt, and from cardiac rehab — moments when focus, faith, and obedience determined success or missed opportunity. Kevin brings practical insight on discipline, goals, and what happens when you finally pull the trigger on what God’s called you to do.It’s not about perfection. It’s about obedience. It’s not about control. It’s about trust. And it’s not about playing it safe — because faith always requires risk.If you’re ready to stop aiming and start acting, this episode will challenge you to move, to trust, and to live dangerous for good.t’s time to risk.

What do a raging bull elephant and a redneck in a pickup have in common? More than you think.In this week’s Unleashed episode, Brent and Kevin take on one of the hardest battles a man can face—anger. When that inner fire flares up, it can either fuel purpose or destroy everything in its path.Brent shares two powerful true stories: one about a young bull elephant in musth who becomes uncontrollable without older bulls to guide him, and another about a tense moment on the road when a stranger’s outburst tempted to light Brent’s fuse—until the Holy Spirit put it out. Together, they unpack how unhealed wounds, fatherlessness, and pride can twist masculine strength into chaos.Using a powerful framework from Brent’s upcoming men’s small group study, The Big 5 Mankillers, they explore how men can turn reaction into redemption—learning to pause, invite God into the heat, and fight differently.You’ll discover how anger hides behind fear, shame, and disrespect. You’ll learn why true strength isn’t about control—it’s about surrender. And you’ll find out what it means to walk in power that’s fueled by peace, not pride.Scriptures referenced: James 1:19–20, Galatians 5:16–17, Proverbs 15:1, Romans 8:6Listen now on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or anywhere you find podcasts.

What do you do when fear hunts you?In this gripping episode of Unleashed, Brent Henderson takes you deep into the soaked forests of Colorado—bowhunting elk and bear after a long night of pounding rain on Al’s Peak. As dawn breaks, he hikes through fog and silence, his boots caked in mud as thick as pancakes, unaware that something unseen is tracking every step.Hours later, on his way back down the mountain from the hunt, Brent notices his own footprints pressed deep in the mud. But there weren’t just his tracks this time—there was a second set. And they weren’t human. A mountain lion had been silently walking behind him.That moment became a mirror for a much greater battle—the fear that stalks every man. From the silent predator in the pines to the unseen threat of heart disease and open-heart surgery, Brent shares his personal journey of surrender, faith, and the peace that only God can give.But fear doesn’t always show up as a growl in the darkness or a doctor’s diagnosis. Sometimes it shows up in the places it hurts most—in grief, loss, and the kind of pain that makes forgiveness feel impossible.That truth came alive again just days after Brent’s surgery, when he and his wife Stacy watched the heartbreaking news of Charlie Kirk’s assassination—and the moment when his wife, Erika Kirk, stood before millions and said words that silenced the world: “I forgive the man who took my husband’s life.”Her courage didn’t just defy fear—it transformed it. Her forgiveness didn’t erase the pain—it exposed heaven’s power breaking through it. That’s what real faith looks like when fear is staring you down.You’ll also hear how brotherhood—not isolation—becomes the shield that stops the enemy’s advance.If fear has been whispering in your ear, this episode will help you face it, silence it, and find your roar again.

Sometimes the very thing that breaks your heart is the thing that saves your life.In this week’s Unleashed Podcast, Brent and Kevin talk about disappointment—what happens when our plans collapse, when we let others down, and when God seems silent. But what if those very moments are where God is protecting, redirecting, and reshaping us?Brent shares the story of missing this year’s elk hunt—a trip he’d trained months for and deeply looked forward to. It felt like another painful loss in a long year of setbacks. But after meeting with his doctor, he learned the truth: if he had gone on that hunt, carrying a heavy pack at 10,000 feet, he would have had a heart attack. Not “might have.” His doctor said emphatically, “Brent, you would have.”What looked like disappointment was actually divine protection. It wasn’t punishment. It was grace.Together, Brent and Kevin talk about how God works even in the pain—how the plans we lose often reveal the life He’s saving, the faith He’s refining, and the peace He’s preparing.

Episode 116 – Who’s Carrying You Through?Who’s carrying you through life’s battles?In this episode of the Unleashed Podcast, Brent shares raw updates from his open-heart surgery recovery, how encouragement from friends, family, and listeners has carried him through, and why recovery is never passive — it’s a fight. From early morning walks in the fall air to lifting light weights, he’s back in the battle, one step at a time.Brent also recalls the influence of Art — a man who was like a second father to him. Even from an ICU bed, Art carried Brent’s excitement for deer season, sketching out a scope cover design when he could barely lift his arms. That moment left a permanent mark about the power of encouragement.You’ll also hear about dangerous elk hunts with his friend Roger, and how setbacks — like surgery and unexpected injuries — reveal the importance of having men beside you when life knocks you down.Through Scripture, Brent points to Moses, Aaron, and Hur in Exodus 17, Barnabas believing in Paul when no one else would, and Barnabas lifting up John Mark after failure. These stories prove encouragement isn’t optional — it’s kingdom work.This episode is a challenge: don’t wait until someone’s funeral to talk about what they meant to you. Show up now. Be their Barnabas. Be their Aaron. Carry them through this life. Because encouragement is spiritual warfare — and it just might be the reason someone makes it through another day.Scripture references: Hebrews 3:13, 1 Thessalonians 5:11, Exodus 17, Acts 9, Acts 15, 2 Timothy 4:11.

What do open-heart surgery, life’s greatest challenges, and a surprise visit from the most decorated Christian artist of all time have in common? They all point to one truth: our strength will fail, but Christ in us never will.In this episode of Unleashed, hosts Brent Henderson and Kevin Huff reflect on Brent’s recovery journey after quadruple bypass surgery, unpacking how trials are often the very tools God uses to grow us up and draw us closer to Him. They also touch briefly on the recent Charlie Kirk assassination attempt, reminding us of the fragile reality of life and the urgency of anchoring our hope in Christ.One of the highlights of Brent’s recovery came when Steven Curtis Chapman—Brent’s longtime friend and touring partner from the early 1980s—rang the doorbell. Hours before a concert just miles away, Steven came to the house to check on Brent after his heart surgery. That’s what true friends do. Steven has earned more Dove Awards and Grammys than any other Christian artist, but as Brent shares, he’s still the same man who once asked him to stand as a groomsman in his wedding.Fame never defines who we are. Pain doesn’t either. True identity is found in Christ alone, and His strength is sufficient when ours is gone.Listen in for encouragement, perspective, and a reminder that God often shows up in the middle of our weakest moments with unexpected grace.

Episode 114: Healing Heart(s)What a rough September it's already been. We've had school shootings and deaths, we've seen someone stabbed to death on a subway, and many of us know who Charlie Kirk is and that he is now with our LORD. In this episode of Unleashed, Kevin sits down with a special guest to wrestle with one of the most sobering questions of our faith: what does it truly mean to be a truth teller? If speaking the truth costs us everything—our reputation, our comfort, even our lives—are we still willing to speak it? The life and death of Charlie Kirk becomes a launching point for this conversation, reminding us that truth has always come with a price. Jesus Himself told His disciples, “If anyone would come after me, let him deny himself and take up his cross daily and follow me” (Luke 9:23). To follow Christ is to walk a path that may very well demand our lives, but it is also the only path to real life; to being unleashed for God's glory!Together, they explore how truth-telling is not simply about bold words—it’s about surrender. Laying our lives down doesn’t always mean physical death, though for some it does. More often, it means dying to self: laying down our pride, our fear of man, our desire for approval, and our addiction to comfort. The apostle Paul wrote, “I have been crucified with Christ. It is no longer I who live, but Christ who lives in me” (Galatians 2:20). The true test of our discipleship is whether Christ is seen in us—even when it costs us friends, opportunities, or security.The conversation also touches the uncomfortable truth that silence is not neutral. To withhold truth when it is needed most is to fail as a witness. Jesus declared, “Whoever denies me before men, I also will deny before my Father who is in heaven” (Matthew 10:33). Either we stand on the side of truth or we bow to the comfort of compromise. This episode challenges listeners to examine their own willingness to risk it all for the sake of Christ.But the weight of this call is balanced by the hope of God’s presence and promise. Christ reassures us in John 16:33, “In the world you will have tribulation. But take heart; I have overcome the world.” The cost may be high, but the reward is eternal. Revelation 12:11 describes those who overcame the enemy by “the blood of the Lamb and the word of their testimony, for they loved not their lives even unto death.” To be a truth teller is to live—and, if necessary, to die—anchored in that eternal hope.Ultimately, this episode is not about Charlie Kirk, or even about persecution itself—it’s about us. It’s about the choices we face daily: will we tell the truth when it’s inconvenient? Will we hold fast when our voice shakes? Will we lay down our lives, whether in surrender or in sacrifice, because Jesus is worth it? Kevin and his guest bring this question close to the heart, reminding us that Christianity without a cross is no Christianity at all.The call of Christ is clear: “Greater love has no one than this, that someone lay down his life for his friends” (John 15:13). To be a truth teller is to embody this love—to give of ourselves fully, regardless of the cost, so that the world may see Jesus through us. This episode of Unleashed is both a sobering challenge and a stirring encouragement to live with the courage of conviction and the hope of eternity.

In this episode of the Unleashed Podcast, Brent Henderson and Kevin Huff hit the road...Between groaning through some bad jokes and swapping strange road trip stories, they dig into something far deeper: what it really means to be set apart by God, for God. With humor, honesty, and a little bit of chaos, Brent and Kevin remind us that even in our messiness, God calls us to live with purpose and distinction.Tune in for laughs, a few headshakes, and a challenge to embrace your calling.And please consider giving to Brent through the GoFundMe that's been set up to help with medical and monthly bills during this unexpected and certainly unscheduled down time for Brent due to his open heart surgery. You can give here: https://www.gofundme.com/f/brent-and-stay-hendersons-medical-and-monthly-expensesAnd please share the link so more have the opportunity to help out!

Men - how awesome is it that when we become His, God sets us apart? In this episode, Brent and Kevin talk about holiness (being set apart) and the impact that has on our lives. Throughout, you'll be subjected to some of our funnier road-trip moments and a really bad dad joke that Brent leads off with. Plus we'll talk about Brent's upcoming open heart surgery. After the closing music, Kevin comes back on with an update on Brent's surgery, post-op journey, and a request to help the Henderson's with medical and monthly bills. You can jump right to the GoFundMe for Brent, here: https://www.gofundme.com/f/brent-and-stay-hendersons-medical-and-monthly-expenses

Episode 112: Unleashed HeartWhat does it really mean to be unleashed?It’s not just about breaking free from the Big 5 Mankillers—lack of purpose, lack of respect, anger, lust, and shame. You can conquer all those battles and still miss the one thing that matters most: surrendering your heart completely to God.In this raw and personal episode, Brent shares his shocking heart diagnosis, the sobering news that multiple bypasses—not just stents—would be required, and the way this moment stripped him of pride, ego, and self-reliance. Despite being in peak physical condition, his heart carried a hidden weakness. It’s a reminder that being strong on the outside doesn’t always mean everything is right on the inside.Through tears, prayer, and God’s Word, Brent discovered that you can’t fully live unleashed until you’ve surrendered everything—your health, your pride, your plans, and even your will—to the One who holds your future. The scar across his chest will become more than a mark of survival—it will be a testimony of God’s faithfulness, power, and purpose.This message isn’t just about surgery. It’s about the kind of surrender that ignites a new flame of purpose in your life—one that burns brighter after the furnace of trial. If you’ve been carrying fear, control, or pride, this episode will challenge you to lay it all down and trust the God who walks on water, calms storms with a word, and calls you to live unleashed.

Title: Begin Again: Loving People Over PoliticsEpisode description: Families are breaking over politics—not abuse or neglect. Brent and Kevin unpack Romans 14:1, 14:4 and Matthew 18’s “begin again” way, offering a simple playbook to speak truth in love, set healthy boundaries, and rebuild connection without compromising conviction.What you’ll get:How to keep people bigger than politics“Truth in love” vs. point-scoringA practical posture for hard conversationsScripture: Rom 14:4 (MSG), Matt 18:15–22, Jas 1:19, Jn 13:35, Eph 4:15CTA: More, booking, and donate at unleashed.men. Please follow/subscribe and share.

📝 Episode Description (RSS Content)Why do so many men pull away and isolate when life gets hard? In this episode of the Unleashed Podcast, Brent and Kevin dig into the wounds that drive men to retreat into loneliness—and the cultural lies that make it look like strength.From Rambo in the woods, to Batman in the Batcave, to Wolverine drifting alone, culture has fed us the image of the “lone wolf” as the ultimate strong man. But Scripture tells a different story: “Two are better than one… pity the man who falls and has no one to help him up” (Ecclesiastes 4:9–10).We walk through each Warrior Phase and expose how past hurts whisper the question every man wrestles with: “Do I have what it takes?” Those lies push us toward isolation, but God’s truth calls us into brotherhood and family. The key is renewing our minds—learning to FIGHT back with God’s Word, uncover the lies that fuel loneliness, and replace them with His truth.Don’t wait in isolation for six men to carry your casket—find six brothers who will carry you through life now.👉 Learn more at unleashed.men 👉 Support the mission at unleashed.men/about/donate

Walking at the Speed of Jesus isn’t about dragging your feet—it’s about moving in step with the One who knows exactly where you need to be and when you need to be there.In this episode, Brent Henderson and Kevin Huff unpack what it looks like to match God’s pace instead of chasing your own. We share personal stories, including one of a dad sitting down with his teenage daughter—just listening, holding her hand, and wiping away her tears rather than judging or trying to fix her. She needed someone there to build trust and extend empathy so she could feel safe unpacking what had been making her sad and feel alone.Sometimes walking with Jesus means learning to walk beside someone, to simply be there in their pain without having an agenda.We’ll explore:How to recognize when you’re running ahead of GodThe peace that comes from aligning your pace with HisWhy presence is often more powerful than wordsPractical ways to slow down and hear His voice more clearlyIf you’re tired of feeling rushed, burned out, or spiritually distracted, this conversation will help you pause, breathe, and let Jesus set the rhythm of your life.📩 Support the mission: unleashed.men/about/donate

Walking at the Speed of Jesus isn’t about dragging your feet—it’s about moving in step with the One who knows exactly where you need to be and when you need to be there.In this episode, Brent Henderson and Kevin Huff unpack what it looks like to match God’s pace instead of chasing your own. We share personal stories, including one of a dad sitting down with his teenage daughter—just listening, holding her hand, and wiping away her tears rather than judging or trying to fix her. She needed someone there to build trust and extend empathy so she could feel safe unpacking what had been making her sad and feel alone.Sometimes walking with Jesus means learning to walk beside someone, to simply be there in their pain without having an agenda.We’ll explore:How to recognize when you’re running ahead of GodThe peace that comes from aligning your pace with HisWhy presence is often more powerful than wordsPractical ways to slow down and hear His voice more clearlyIf you’re tired of feeling rushed, burned out, or spiritually distracted, this conversation will help you pause, breathe, and let Jesus set the rhythm of your life. 📩 Support the mission: unleashed.men/about/donate

Episode 107 – When God Delays You for a ReasonAfter 107 episodes of hosting Unleashed solo, today’s episode marks a new season—one God orchestrated down to the minute. He told me to wait just ten more minutes before leaving Starbucks, and at exactly the ten-minute mark, Kevin Huff walked in. We’d only known each other in passing, but that divine appointment led to us co-writing the brand-new Unleashed book—and now, God is also bringing us together to cohost this podcast. Only God.In this episode, Kevin and I share the incredible journey of writing together—the highs, the laughter, and the real spiritual battles along the way. The enemy tried to throw us off course with constant interruptions and nagging distractions, but God kept us moving forward.This book is for everyone. The stories are real, raw, and vulnerable. They’re down-to-earth enough to connect with your everyday life, yet transformational enough to lead you closer to God’s purpose for you.If you’ve ever wondered how God weaves relationships, stories, and even setbacks into something powerful—this conversation will encourage and inspire you.📖 Key Verse: Proverbs 27:17 – "As iron sharpens iron, so one person sharpens another."#UnleashedPodcast #BrentHenderson #KevinHuff #UnleashedBook #ChristianPodcast #FaithJourney #DivineAppointment #GodsTiming #SpiritualGrowth #ChristianMen #PurposeDrivenLife #IronSharpensIron #WeAreTheResistance

🎙️ RSS FEED CONTENTTitle: The Morning I Met OzzyDescription: Some stories stick with you forever. One morning in Boston, I found myself sitting in a hotel lobby next to a man who turned out to be Ozzy Osbourne. What he said that morning surprised me—not because of who he was, but how he spoke.In this episode, I reflect on that moment, the surprising power of words, and how they can move hearts—just like Jesus did when He walked the earth. From the healing of the woman with the issue of blood to the calling of Lazarus out of the tomb, the words of Christ bring life, courage, and freedom. You'll also hear the deeply personal story of how Jesus met my wife in her darkest hour, and how He spoke life to my father and mother in their final moments on earth.This episode closes with the song No One Speaks Your Name Like Jesus, a song that has touched thousands because of one simple truth—Jesus still calls names, and when He speaks yours, everything changes.Topics in this episode:My unexpected conversation with Ozzy OsbourneThe power of kindness and the words we speakHow Jesus still calls us by name todayReflections on The Chosen and how it's transforming heartsWhat happened when Jesus called my dad—and later my mom—homeEnding with the song: No One Speaks Your Name Like JesusScriptures referenced:Luke 8:43–48 (The woman who touched Jesus’ garment)John 11:43 (Lazarus, come out!)John 4:10–14 (Living water)Luke 6:43–45 (Message version)Galatians 6:4–10 (MSG – “Make a careful exploration...”)Matthew 10:8–10 (Freely you have received, freely give)Call to Action: If this podcast moved you, share it with a friend. You can also come alongside us in this mission. Your prayer and support make it possible for us to continue reaching people with the message that Jesus still speaks, still heals, and still calls each of us by name.Visit unleashed.men to give, subscribe, or share your story with us.

🎙️ Episode DescriptionTwo things men are often drawn to—big bucks and beautiful women—can lead to either purpose or destruction depending on what trail we follow.In this episode, Brent opens with a lighthearted hunting story about two boys following a deer trail... only to discover something far more alluring than a giant buck. What begins as innocent curiosity quickly becomes a hidden life of shame. Brent also shares a powerful real-life moment caught on a kiss cam at a Coldplay concert—when a CEO’s secret affair was exposed to thousands in a single moment.This episode explores the deeper truth behind lust: that it’s not the real problem—it’s a symptom of a deeper hunger for connection, identity, and purpose. Brent shares personal stories, biblical wisdom, and an honest call to stop hiding and start healing.Along the way, he also gives an update on training for his upcoming Colorado elk hunt—fueled by @mtnops, a partner that not only powers his workouts but fuels his purpose in the field and in life.If you've struggled with pornography, temptation, isolation, or unmet emotional needs, this conversation will speak directly to your heart.👉 You are not what you’ve done—you are who God says you are.🔗 Episode LinksSupport the mission: https://unleashed.men/about/donate Booking inquiries and speaking info: https://unleashed.men Follow Brent Henderson on Instagram, Facebook, and YouTube🔖 Tagslust, identity, purity, men’s podcast, porn addiction, healing from shame, Christian manhood, spiritual freedom, emotional integrity, Coldplay kiss cam, deer trail story, manhood, brokenness, forgiveness, exposed secrets, freedom in Christ📢 Hashtags#UnleashedPodcast #MensMinistry #ChristianMen #FreedomInChrist #PurposeDrivenLife #LustRecovery #ManhoodMatters #OvercomingShame #BiblicalManhood #DeerTrailStory #FromBucksToBusted #WeAreTheResistance #BrentHenderson #UnleashedMen #MtnOps #conqueringaugust

Podcast Title: Warriors Don’t Shoot the WoundedEpisode Description: This wasn’t on the calendar—but it was clearly on God’s.In this soul-stirring episode, Brent shares four divine appointments that interrupted his week and ended up changing lives. From a T-Mobile store to a construction site, men began opening up, hungry for more than surface-level living.They didn’t need a sermon. They needed someone to see them.This episode reminds us that warriors don’t shoot the wounded—they bandage their wounds, lift them back on their feet, and walk with them back into the battle.When you live with purpose, people notice. And when you shine your light, it might just be the lifeline someone else needs.Don’t miss this one. You were born for more than normal.Support this ministry: https://unleashed.men/about/donate (Tax-deductible through World Renewal)New books coming soon: Unleashed and The Big 5 Mankillers

Title: Choosing the Men Who Carry YouThis episode is about Choosing Brotherhood Over the Spotlight. What do you do when the applause fades? When the spotlight dims, and your identity is no longer tied to being known? In this vulnerable episode, singer, speaker, and author Brent Henderson reflects on being about to turn 65—and what it means to walk away from the stage to fully embrace the legacy God is calling him to.As Brent faces a choice between reuniting with his former tour partner Steven Curtis Chapman or keeping a hard-earned elk hunt with one of his closest friends, Roger, he explores what it means to choose legacy over platform, brotherhood over recognition, and mission over memory.This episode also includes a story about returning to music, the power of vulnerability, and how to embrace your calling even when the world moves on. If you’ve ever wrestled with purpose, aging, or identity—this one’s for you.Support the Mission: To support this ministry or bring Brent to your next men’s event, visit unleashed.men. Click the About tab and then the Donate button. Every gift fuels this weekly podcast, live events, and resources that are changing lives.Also, check out TwistedTimbersCreations.com to support Roger, one of Brent’s closest friends, whose family has been under attack. Order custom laser-engraved gifts and help bless a brother who walks the walk.

The Wilderness Will Test You – As we head into September’s high-elevation elk hunt in Colorado, this episode parallels physical preparation with spiritual warfare. I share firsthand lessons—from hypothermia and dehydration to close calls with bears. It’s a raw reminder that what we carry—whether elk or calling—demands careful training, precision, and presence. Learn about the survival skills that literally keep you alive, the importance of packing smart, dialed-in gear like bows sighted for altitude, medical readiness, and the real value of having a trustworthy buddy. And just like responding to God’s call requires intentional preparation, your journey demands the same. Unleashed is about training men for the mission God has for them.🔗 Subscribe, share, and join the hunt for purpose: Unleashed – hunting for a man’s heart.#elk #bowhunt #survivalskills #spiritualwarfare #training #altitude #gearup #mansheart

In Episode 101 of Unleashed, Brent Henderson shares a powerful and personal message about the sacred importance of rest. After three grueling weeks of nonstop renovation work, he found himself physically exhausted—and spiritually convicted.This short but soul-stirring episode explores why God didn’t create us to hustle endlessly, but to live from rest. With stories, scripture, and practical encouragement, Brent unpacks how rest restores our body, mind, and spirit—and why the most spiritual act might be slowing down.If you’ve been running on fumes, this is your Permission to Breathe.🔗 Visit unleashed.men, click the About tab, then Donate to support the mission of awakening identity and unleashing purpose.Tags: rest, Sabbath, burnout, Christian identity, spiritual health, soul care, slowing down, working from rest, Jesus rhythm, spiritual recovery

In this powerful 100th episode of the Unleashed Podcast, Brent Henderson delivers a raw, redemptive message for anyone who’s been wounded by divorce—or silenced by shame. Brent shares his personal story of walking through the pain, fear, and rejection that followed his divorce, including the loss of relationships, judgment from others, and deep grief. But this isn’t just a story of brokenness—it’s a declaration of purpose. You are not your past. You are not disqualified. You are a warrior with scars, and scars are proof that you stayed in the fight. Whether you’re divorced, hurting, or simply battling the lies of the enemy, this episode will remind you that God’s grace is greater than anyone’s judgment.#UnleashedPodcast #DivorcedNotDisqualified #Episode100 #ChristianPodcast #MenOfFaith #SpiritualHealing #PurposeAfterPain #ChurchWounds #GodStillUsesYou #IdentityInChrist #GraceOverShame #ChristianMen #KingdomPurpose