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Christian Podcast for Men | Real Men Connect

The weight of being a man is heavy; and it’s even heavier when you’re a Christian, husband, father, and the spiritual leader of your home. The pressure to provide, lead, and hold everything together can feel overwhelming. Dr. Joe knows, because as the son of a 16-year old mother, and a survivor of physical and sexual abuse, he grew up without a strong father figure, he made mistakes, and he hit rock bottom before he truly understood what it meant to be a real man—one who leads with faith, integrity, and purpose. That’s why he started the Real Men Connect Podcast —because no man should have to figure out or do life alone. If you’re a husband, father, leader, or just a man trying to live out your faith in a world that constantly challenges your manhood, this podcast is for you. What You’ll Get Each Week: Tactical, No-Fluff Teaching: Every Monday is the “Real Men Check-In,” where Dr. Joe breaks down and shares practical, biblical wisdom in a short, power-packed episode designed to help you step up as a godly man, lead your family, and build a legacy of faith. High-Impact Expert Interviews: Every Wednesday, Dr. Joe sits down with some of the world’s leading Christian men—pastors, authors, coaches, and thought leaders in faith, family, and Christian manhood. His guests have included Gary Thomas, Montell Jordan, Stephen Mansfield, Jim Ramos, Jarred Lopes, Larry Hagner and other powerhouses of biblical manhood. Dr. Joe distills their wisdom into actionable takeaways so you can apply their insights immediately. Why This Podcast? Dr. Joe isn’t just another host—he’s a man who’s been tested, broken, and rebuilt by God’s grace, going from rags to riches to ruined to redemption. He’s worked with thousands of men, all over the world, as a spiritual coach, mentor, author, and speaker, and he knows firsthand that no good man can ever become a great man without the help of Godly men — his marriage strengthens, his children thrive, his work flourishes, and his faith deepens. The Real Men Connect Podcast was created to give men help, hope, and healing in the areas that are hurting them the most. The world doesn’t need more passive, confused, or disengaged men; it needs real men—men who connect in brotherhood with other men, and lead with courage, faith, and love. So, are you ready to step up? Are you ready to stop surviving and start thriving as the man God called you to be? Then let’s go! Subscribe to the Real Men Connect Podcast and start your journey to biblical manhood today!
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Oct 29, 2025

Gary Thomas is a writer-in-residence at Second Baptist Church in Houston, Texas, and an adjunct faculty member teaching on spiritual formation at Western Seminary in Portland, Oregon, and Houston Theological Seminary in Houston, Texas.

He is the author of nineteen books including the highly popular Sacred Marriage, also Sacred Pathways, Cherish, Sacred Parenting, and the Gold Medallion Award-winning Authentic Faith. 

Gary has a master’s degree from Regent College, where he studied under Dr. J.I. Packer, and was awarded an honorary doctorate in divinity from Western Seminary. Gary has spoken in forty-nine states and ten different countries. He has appeared numerous times on various national radio and television programs, including CBN, Focus on the family. and Family Life Today. 

To contact Gary or to get a copy of his book (When to Walk Away: Finding Freedom from Toxic People), just go to his website: http://www.GaryThomas.com 

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Talk with Dr. Joe 1-on-1:

Are you tired and stuck? Want to go to get your faith, marriage, family, career and finances back on track?  Then maybe it’s time you got a coach. Every CHAMPION has one. Schedule an appointment to chat with Dr. Joe. He takes on only a few Breakthrough Calls each week.  The call is FREE, but slots are limited to ONE call only.  NO RESCHEDULES.  Just click on the link below and select the BREAKTHROUGH CALL option to set up an appointment: http://TalkwithDrJoe.com  If no slots are available, please check back in a week.

 

Also join us on:

Online Podcast Community (on Station):  https://station.page/realmen

Facebook: @realdrjoemartin

YouTube: http://www.RealMenTraining.com

Instagram: @realdrjoemartin

Twitter: @professormartin

Website: https://RealMenConnect.com

Oct 27, 2025

The Real Men Check In is a quick way to help you start your week off on the right foot, in the right way - as a husband, father, and leader. Every Monday, Joe Martin shares personal insights, encouragement, and support that will move you beyond “church” to “real change.”  And to make sure you don't miss a Check-In or interview episode, as well as contest give-a-ways, special announcements, and much more, make sure you "Stay Connected" by visiting us at https://station.page/realmen to join our online community of podcast listeners.

 

Talk with Dr. Joe 1-on-1:

Are you tired and stuck? Want to go to get your faith, marriage, family, career and finances back on track?  Then maybe it’s time you got a coach. Every CHAMPION has one. Schedule an appointment to chat with Dr. Joe. He takes on only a few Breakthrough Calls each week.  The call is FREE, but slots are limited to ONE call only.  NO RESCHEDULES.  Just click on the link below and select the BREAKTHROUGH CALL option to set up an appointment: http://TalkwithDrJoe.com  If no slots are available, please check back in a week.

 

Also join us on:

Online Podcast Community (on Station):  https://station.page/realmen

Facebook: @realdrjoemartin

YouTube: http://www.RealMenTraining.com

Instagram: @realdrjoemartin

Twitter: @professormartin

Website: https://RealMenConnect.com

Oct 22, 2025

Tom Wolf is the co-founder, along with his wife Pam Wolf, of Identity and Destiny, and he’s also the co-author of the highly-acclaimed book, Identity and Destiny – 7 Steps to a Purpose-filled Life. A self proclaimed “serial entrepreneur,” Tom has started and built 6 successful companies, and sold 5 of them over the last 26 years, and Identity and Destiny is #7. To find out more about Tom (and his wife Pam), you can visit his website: http://www.identityanddestinycom, email him: tom@identityanddestiny.com, or call him: (831) 960-1810.

 

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Talk with Dr. Joe 1-on-1:

Are you tired and stuck? Want to go to get your faith, marriage, family, career and finances back on track?  Then maybe it’s time you got a coach. Every CHAMPION has one. Schedule an appointment to chat with Dr. Joe. He takes on only a few Breakthrough Calls each week.  The call is FREE, but slots are limited to ONE call only.  NO RESCHEDULES.  Just click on the link below and select the BREAKTHROUGH CALL option to set up an appointment: http://TalkwithDrJoe.com  If no slots are available, please check back in a week.

 

Also join us on:

Online Podcast Community (on Station):  https://station.page/realmen

Facebook: @realdrjoemartin

YouTube: http://www.RealMenTraining.com

Instagram: @realdrjoemartin

Twitter: @professormartin

Website: https://RealMenConnect.com

Oct 20, 2025

The Real Men Check In is a quick way to help you start your week off on the right foot, in the right way - as a husband, father, and leader. Every Monday, Joe Martin shares personal insights, encouragement, and support that will move you beyond “church” to “real change.”  And to make sure you don't miss a Check-In or interview episode, as well as contest give-a-ways, special announcements, and much more, make sure you "Stay Connected" by visiting us at https://station.page/realmen to join our online community of podcast listeners.

 

Talk with Dr. Joe 1-on-1:

Are you tired and stuck? Want to go to get your faith, marriage, family, career and finances back on track?  Then maybe it’s time you got a coach. Every CHAMPION has one. Schedule an appointment to chat with Dr. Joe. He takes on only a few Breakthrough Calls each week.  The call is FREE, but slots are limited to ONE call only.  NO RESCHEDULES.  Just click on the link below and select the BREAKTHROUGH CALL option to set up an appointment: http://TalkwithDrJoe.com  If no slots are available, please check back in a week.

 

Also join us on:

Online Podcast Community (on Station):  https://station.page/realmen

Facebook: @realdrjoemartin

YouTube: http://www.RealMenTraining.com

Instagram: @realdrjoemartin

Twitter: @professormartin

Website: https://RealMenConnect.com

Oct 15, 2025

Eric Terry, Sr. is a Certified Marriage Coach and Relationship Specialist, and he’s the author of “Real Talk: The Making of a Man.” Eric has been an ordained minister over the past 20 years, and he’s happily married to his soul-mate, Deborah.

 

Together, they operate Real Talk Consulting, a multi-service firm that focuses on building and maintaining healthy relationships. You can find out more about Eric on Facebook, via his radio show on Blog Talk Radio called "Real Talk" and through his website at http://www.RealTalkConsultants.com .  His book is also available on Amazon.com

 

To check out our Marriage Secrets for Men Boot Camp, just click on the link: http://www.MarriageSecretsforMen.com 

 

And to stay connected to Real Men Connect, go to http://www.RealMenConnect.com by signing up for our email updates and also receive a FREE copy of the Real Men Victory Tracker.

 

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Talk with Dr. Joe 1-on-1:

Are you tired and stuck? Want to go to get your faith, marriage, family, career and finances back on track?  Then maybe it’s time you got a coach. Every CHAMPION has one. Schedule an appointment to chat with Dr. Joe. He takes on only a few Breakthrough Calls each week.  The call is FREE, but slots are limited to ONE call only.  NO RESCHEDULES.  Just click on the link below and select the BREAKTHROUGH CALL option to set up an appointment: http://TalkwithDrJoe.com  If no slots are available, please check back in a week.

 

Also join us on:

Online Podcast Community (on Station):  https://station.page/realmen

Facebook: @realdrjoemartin

YouTube: http://www.RealMenTraining.com

Instagram: @realdrjoemartin

Twitter: @professormartin

Website: https://RealMenConnect.com

Oct 13, 2025

The Real Men Check In is a quick way to help you start your week off on the right foot, in the right way - as a husband, father, and leader. Every Monday, Joe Martin shares personal insights, encouragement, and support that will move you beyond “church” to “real change.”  And to make sure you don't miss a Check-In or interview episode, as well as contest give-a-ways, special announcements, and much more, make sure you "Stay Connected" by visiting us at https://station.page/realmen to join our online community of podcast listeners.

 

Talk with Dr. Joe 1-on-1:

Are you tired and stuck? Want to go to get your faith, marriage, family, career and finances back on track?  Then maybe it’s time you got a coach. Every CHAMPION has one. Schedule an appointment to chat with Dr. Joe. He takes on only a few Breakthrough Calls each week.  The call is FREE, but slots are limited to ONE call only.  NO RESCHEDULES.  Just click on the link below and select the BREAKTHROUGH CALL option to set up an appointment: http://TalkwithDrJoe.com  If no slots are available, please check back in a week.

 

Also join us on:

Online Podcast Community (on Station):  https://station.page/realmen

Facebook: @realdrjoemartin

YouTube: http://www.RealMenTraining.com

Instagram: @realdrjoemartin

Twitter: @professormartin

Website: https://RealMenConnect.com

Oct 8, 2025

Cory Dobbelaere is an author, speaker, and advocate for mental health and faith. He serves as a committee member of the Ohio Attorney General’s Office on Mental Health and Criminal Justice as well as subcommittees focused on youth and early childhood education. Cory also sits on the Advisory Board for the Ohio Suicide Prevention Foundation, and he is a contributor to a wide range of faith, mental health and education initiatives focusing on people living a more rewarding and productive life. You can contact Corry by emailing him at corydobbelaere@gmail.com or visiting his website: http://corydobbelaere.weebly.com/  And you can purchase his books on Amazon.com

Oct 6, 2025

The Real Men Check In is a quick way to help you start your week off on the right foot, in the right way - as a husband, father, and leader. Every Monday, Joe Martin shares personal insights, encouragement, and support that will move you beyond “church” to “real change.”  And to make sure you don't miss a Check-In or interview episode, as well as contest give-a-ways, special announcements, and much more, make sure you "Stay Connected" by visiting us at https://station.page/realmen to join our online community of podcast listeners.

 

Talk with Dr. Joe 1-on-1:

Are you tired and stuck? Want to go to get your faith, marriage, family, career and finances back on track?  Then maybe it’s time you got a coach. Every CHAMPION has one. Schedule an appointment to chat with Dr. Joe. He takes on only a few Breakthrough Calls each week.  The call is FREE, but slots are limited to ONE call only.  NO RESCHEDULES.  Just click on the link below and select the BREAKTHROUGH CALL option to set up an appointment: http://TalkwithDrJoe.com  If no slots are available, please check back in a week.

 

Also join us on:

Online Podcast Community (on Station):  https://station.page/realmen

Facebook: @realdrjoemartin

YouTube: http://www.RealMenTraining.com

Instagram: @realdrjoemartin

Twitter: @professormartin

Website: https://RealMenConnect.com

Oct 1, 2025

Carlos Rosales has worked in business leadership roles for 35 years, so he knows what it takes to be a successful executive. A Certified Professional Leadership Coach and Certified Process Consultant, Carlos has been working with professionals and executives for over a decade, helping them reach new levels of business success and personal fulfillment. Continuing along his life’s mission of speaking truth into the lives of business leaders, Carlos wrote his first devotional book, 10X for Christ, based on his own life experiences and walk with Christ.

He’s passionate about sharing the 10X Lifestyle and is here today to challenge each of us to live a bolder, more engaging life for Jesus Christ. 

To contact Carlos or to get a copy of his book, just go to: www.10x4christ.org | email: crosales@10x4christ.org | or call: 713.817.8252

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Talk with Dr. Joe 1-on-1:

Are you tired and stuck? Want to go to get your faith, marriage, family, career and finances back on track?  Then maybe it’s time you got a coach. Every CHAMPION has one. Schedule an appointment to chat with Dr. Joe. He takes on only a few Breakthrough Calls each week.  The call is FREE, but slots are limited to ONE call only.  NO RESCHEDULES.  Just click on the link below and select the BREAKTHROUGH CALL option to set up an appointment: http://TalkwithDrJoe.com  If no slots are available, please check back in a week.

 

Also join us on:

Online Podcast Community (on Station):  https://station.page/realmen

Facebook: @realdrjoemartin

YouTube: http://www.RealMenTraining.com

Instagram: @realdrjoemartin

Twitter: @professormartin

Website: https://RealMenConnect.com

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