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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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Dec 31, 2025

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

 

Dec 31, 2025

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

 

Dec 30, 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

Dec 24, 2025

Kendal J. Martin, is the son of the founder and creator of Real Men Connect, and podcast host, Dr. Joe Martin. He's a 23-year-old senior at the University of Tennessee-Chattanooga (now 29), who's majoring in Business.  He was originally born in Pensacola, Florida, but lived most of his life in Tallahassee, FL, before moving to Chattanooga, TN, to live with his dad and family.

Kendall’s an avid rock climber and a huge MMA fan. He is an easy-going young man who loves music, comedy, and creating and trying all types of food. When he’s not in school or rock climbing, he’s usually working at one of his two jobs at Whitebird Restaurant and Publix.

He says his future aspirations is to someday start a non-profit called WeClimb, that will introduce under-privilege kids to rock climbing and outdoors activities. 

To contact Kendall, you can email him at either kjmart11@yahoo.com or kejmart11@gmail.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

Dec 22, 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

Dec 17, 2025

Chad Harris is the lead pastor at the Crossing Church in Chattanooga, TN.  He is a student of God’s word and passionate about reaching people with the message of Jesus Christ.  Pastor Chad is an avid reader, a talented musician, and a songwriter.

 

He graduated from the University of Tennessee – Chattanooga with a degree in finance, and he also received his Masters Degree in Biblical Studies from the Pentecostal Theological Seminary in Cleveland, TN. 

Pastor Chad is happily married to his wife Ashton, and they have three beautiful children. 

 

To contact Pastor Chad, you can email him at chad@crossingchatt.com or you can visit the church's website at http://www.crossingchatt.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

Dec 15, 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

Dec 10, 2025

Barb Roose is a popular speaker and author who is passionate about connecting women to one another and to God, helping them apply the truths of God’s Word to the practical realities and challenges they face as women in today’s culture.

 

Barb enjoys teaching and encouraging women at conferences and events across the country, as well as internationally.

She is the author of several books, including: I’m Waiting, God: Finding Blessing in God’s Delays, Joshua: Winning the Worry Battle and Beautiful Already: Reclaiming God’s Perspective on Beauty, as well as several bible studies.

 

Her writing has been featured in many magazines, and she also writes a regular blog at BarbRoose.com. And she’s the host of the “Better Together” podcast. Barb lives in Toledo, Ohio, and she is the proud mom of three adult daughters. 

 

To contact Barb, you can visit her website at http://www.BarbRoose.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

Dec 8, 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

Dec 3, 2025

Kurt Dykstra is the eighth president of Trinity Christian College in Chicago, Illinois. Previously, he served as mayor of the City of Holland, Michigan; and as the senior vice president and community president of Mercantile Bank of Michigan. Dykstra also was a part-time member of the faculty at Hope College for more than a decade, teaching upper-level courses in the Department of Economics and Business and the Department of Political Science. And Dykstra and his wife, Leah, have two daughters. 

To contact Kurt to find out more about Trinity Christian College, either contact his office at 708.239.4793 or visit http://www.trnty.edu

 

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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

Dec 1, 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

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