Episodes
On today’s episode, Michael talks about regrets, nostalgia, survivors guilt, and the journey out of dark valleys... and the death of his brother.  Support the show
Published 07/18/22
Published 07/18/22
In this episode, Bnonn and Michael discuss "cage stage" patriarchy and how to move through this phase towards a more fully formed patriarchy.  Support the show
Published 07/01/22
In this episode, Michael briefly discusses a wise way to deal with all the "nice guys" in church leadership.  Support the show
Published 06/21/22
We are back! Expect a lot of new episodes in the coming months as we are in researching and prepping for a follow-up to the It's Good to Be a Man book.  Today's episode is audio from a lecture Michael gave at New Saint Andrews College in Moscow, ID. It's on the blessing on a good insult.  By the way, be sure to check out NSA's website and content. They are doing a lot of stuff no one else is doing. It's a solid educational option for young men.  Support the show
Published 05/18/22
In this episode, Bnonn and Smokey Tennant answer some reader questions on mission, submission, and rulership in marriage. Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/itsgoodtobeaman) Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/itsgoodtobeaman)
Published 02/08/22
In this episode, Bnonn and Smokey Tennant answer some reader questions, including what it's like to live in middle earth, whether embryo adoption is biblical, and what to make of red pill advice about single mothers. Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/itsgoodtobeaman)
Published 01/31/22
In this episode, Bnonn explains how the modern concept of "servant leadership" undermines the biblical teaching of leadership as a service. Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/itsgoodtobeaman)
Published 10/12/21
In this episode, Michael explains how to standup to cry bullies. Also, the book is available for preorder here:  https://canonpress.com/products/its-good-to-be-a-man/ Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/itsgoodtobeaman)
Published 10/05/21
This episode is the audio from a talk Michael gave at The Stronghold Conference last February.  We encourage you to check out more of that content at https://www.strongholdconference.com.  Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/itsgoodtobeaman)
Published 09/08/21
In this episode, Michael shares a talk he gave at a secular convention for women and gives a brief update on IGTBAM. Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/itsgoodtobeaman)
Published 08/19/21
In this episode, Michael and Bnonn explain how Scripture doesn't whisper about sexuality. It shouts it.  Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/itsgoodtobeaman)
Published 07/06/21
This is episode is a sermon Michael preached on Father's Day at East River Church. The sound is a little rough but we hope will still encourage you. Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/itsgoodtobeaman)
Published 06/20/21
This is the final of three episodes on "nice guys." In this episode, Bnonn explains "the male burden of performance" and its connection to "nice guy-ism." Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/itsgoodtobeaman)
Published 05/26/21
This is the second of three episodes on "nice guys." In this episode, Michael explains how self-responsibility is the key to escaping the "nice guys" neediness mentality. Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/itsgoodtobeaman)
Published 05/18/21
This is the first of three episodes on "nice guys." In this episode, Michael explains what's twisted about the nice guy's understanding of sacrifice. Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/itsgoodtobeaman)
Published 05/11/21
In this episode, Michael and Bnonn discuss a few of the difficult questions they've been asked by men.  Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/itsgoodtobeaman)
Published 05/03/21
This episode is the audio of Michael's full speech at the 21 Convention last fall. 
Published 03/28/21
In this episode, Bnonn talks about theological significance of women bearing the sword. 
Published 03/01/21
In this episode, Michael talks with Marcus Pittman about the theological and cultural importance of stories.
Published 02/23/21
This episode is a short clip from Michael's session at the Stronghold Conference. You can purchase the whole session and all other sessions at www.strongconference.com. You can get an additional 25% off if you use the code: IGTBAM. 
Published 01/25/21
In this episode, Bnonn explains the concept of "white knights" and the psychology behind them.
Published 01/19/21
In this episode, we republish a presentation Michael gave to his church that relates to the challenge all men face as they seek to labor and lead in an increasingly difficult environment. 
Published 01/11/21
In this episode, Bnonn and Michael lay out some practical advice for young couples in their first year of marriage. Inspired by Ethan and Emma!
Published 12/30/20
In this episode, Michael explains why you find groups of weak men in orbit around some "alpha guru" and why it matters.
Published 12/16/20