The Alpha Edge Podcast

Kevin English

The Alpha Edge Podcast is for men over 50 who refuse to fade.Each episode delivers the tools, tactics, and fire you need to build lasting strength - physically, mentally, emotionally, morally, and spiritually - so you can reclaim your power and lead with unapologetic masculinity.

  1. May 22

    Ep. 78 - At 61, I Walked Into a Jiu Jitsu Gym… and It Changed My Life

    Send us Fan Mail What happens when a 61-year-old man with zero martial arts experience walks into a Brazilian jiu jitsu gym for the very first time? Apparently… he gets smashed, humbled, exhausted, mildly traumatized… and completely hooked.   In this episode of The Alpha Edge Podcast, Coach Kevin shares the story of stepping onto the mats for the first time at age 61 — and why learning jiu jitsu became one of the most impactful decisions of his life.   This isn’t really an episode about fighting. It’s an episode about challenge. Brotherhood. Growth. Confidence. Humility. And refusing to mentally retire after 50.   Kevin opens up about: The intimidation of starting something completely new later in lifeShowing up to his first class wearing the wrong clothesGetting repeatedly tapped out by younger menExperiencing real panic and discomfort during live roundsWhy modern men desperately need hard things againThe power of brotherhood and shared struggleHow martial arts build confidence, resilience, and composure under pressureWhy becoming “dangerous” is different than becoming aggressiveThe surprising crossover benefits jiu jitsu can have on energy, vitality, and swaggerHow men over 50 can start martial arts safely and intelligentlyWhy you are NOT too old to begin again  Whether you’ve secretly thought about trying jiu jitsu, boxing, Muay Thai, or any other martial art — or whether you simply feel stuck, stagnant, or disconnected from challenge — this episode is a call to step back into growth.   Because your best years are NOT automatically behind you.  You are still allowed to evolve. Still allowed to struggle. Still allowed to become stronger. Still allowed to surprise yourself. And maybe your next great adventure starts the moment you stop talking yourself out of it.   Listener Challenge This week, visit a martial arts gym. Watch a class. Talk to the coaches. Try a beginner session.  Go become a beginner again. You might rediscover a part of yourself that’s been waiting a long time to come back to life. And if you do – shoot me an email and let me know how it goes. I’m at kevin@alphaedgearmy.com   If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to follow The Alpha Edge Podcast, leave a 5-star review, and share this episode with another man who needs a new challenge in his life.   Stay strong. 📣 Ready to Go Deeper? If this episode fired you up and you're ready to apply these principles with a tribe of like-minded men, come join us inside The Alpha Edge - where we train strength, resilience, leadership, and unapologetic masculinity for men over 50. https://go.alphaedgearmy.com/alpha-edge

    56 min
  2. May 15

    Ep. 77 Why So Many Men Never Become Men

    Send us Fan Mail Men are struggling. Not just physically. Not just financially. But spiritually, emotionally, and developmentally. In this powerful and deeply personal episode of The Alpha Edge Podcast, Coach Kevin tackles one of the most uncomfortable — and important — conversations in modern culture: Why do so many males today reach adulthood… without ever truly becoming men? This is NOT another angry “manosphere” rant. And it’s definitely not an attack on women. Instead, this episode explores the growing imbalance between masculine and feminine energy in modern culture — and the devastating consequences of fatherlessness, the collapse of masculine initiation, and the disappearance of grounded male leadership. Coach Kevin shares his own story of growing up in a divorced household, becoming dependent on female validation, and struggling to understand what authentic masculinity actually looked like. Along the way, he breaks down: The fatherlessness crisis in AmericaWhy boys desperately need masculine mentorshipThe feminization of modern institutionsThe cultural suppression of masculine traitsWhy initiation into manhood has disappearedThe difference between healthy masculinity and toxic masculinityWhy so many modern men feel lost, passive, anxious, and directionlessWhat mature masculine leadership should actually look likeHow strong men can help heal culture without becoming bitter or extremeThis episode is thoughtful, nuanced, honest, and challenging — especially for men who know deep down they were built for more than comfort, distraction, and passive existence. If you’ve ever felt like modern culture is confused about masculinity… If you’ve struggled with purpose, validation, passivity, or direction… Or if you simply want to become a stronger, steadier, more grounded man… …this episode is for you. Resources & Links Follow Coach Kevin on Instagram: @AlphaEdgeArmyListen to more episodes of The Alpha Edge PodcastShare this episode with a man who needs to hear itAnd if today’s episode resonated with you, make sure to leave a 5-star review and share the show with a friend. That’s how we grow this movement and help more men become stronger physically, mentally, emotionally, morally, and spiritually. Stay strong. 📣 Ready to Go Deeper? If this episode fired you up and you're ready to apply these principles with a tribe of like-minded men, come join us inside The Alpha Edge - where we train strength, resilience, leadership, and unapologetic masculinity for men over 50. https://go.alphaedgearmy.com/alpha-edge

    50 min
  3. May 10

    Ep. 76 In a World of Lies, People Are Craving Truth

    Send us Fan Mail Something strange seems to be happening right now.   Church attendance is reportedly rising for the first time in decades. More people are openly talking about faith again. And in a culture drowning in confusion, distraction, outrage, and artificial realities… many people seem to be searching for something solid.   Something eternal.   Something true.   In this powerful Alpha Edge Sunday episode, Coach Kevin explores the growing hunger for Christianity and spiritual grounding in modern America — and why so many men seem drawn toward faith, purpose, discipline, and truth right now.   This isn’t a political rant. It’s a deeper conversation about why modern culture feels spiritually exhausting… and why revival may be quietly stirring beneath the surface.   Kevin discusses: Why modern life feels increasingly unstable and disconnectedAI, media manipulation, and the collapse of trustWhy men are starving for purpose, structure, and meaningThe difference between biblical masculinity and internet “alpha male” nonsenseWhy revival starts in homes — not stadiumsHow mature Christian men can lead with strength, humility, courage, and compassionThe danger of confusing outrage with spiritual maturityPractical ways men can become grounded spiritual leaders in chaotic times  This episode is a call for men to reject passivity, stop drifting, and become the kind of calm, disciplined, truth-filled leaders their families and communities desperately need.   Because maybe the world doesn’t need more noise right now.   Maybe it needs more grounded, faithful men willing to quietly live the truth.   Resources & Links Follow Coach Kevin on Instagram: @AlphaEdgeArmyDownload the Alpha Edge Battle Planner Guide: https://app.box.com/s/4pwqjc1dab7cpgmgk7ytj75zw3tpg9cw  If This Episode Spoke to You… Please consider leaving a 5-star review and sharing the show with a friend. Your support helps us reach more men searching for strength, truth, purpose, and faith in a chaotic world.   Stay strong. 📣 Ready to Go Deeper? If this episode fired you up and you're ready to apply these principles with a tribe of like-minded men, come join us inside The Alpha Edge - where we train strength, resilience, leadership, and unapologetic masculinity for men over 50. https://go.alphaedgearmy.com/alpha-edge

    53 min
  4. May 3

    Ep. 75 You Pray About It… Then Do It Again (The War Every Man Is Fighting)

    Send us Fan Mail Ever prayed for God to take something away… while knowing you were probably going to do it again? Yeah… you’re not alone. In this raw and powerful episode, Coach Kevin dives into the internal war every man faces - the battle between who you want to be and the part of you that keeps pulling you back into the same patterns. Sparked by a viral clip from comedian and podcast host Theo Von, this episode exposes the uncomfortable truth most men avoid… It’s not just that you struggle with sin… it’s that part of you cooperates with it And if you don’t understand that… you’ll keep losing the same fight. But here’s the good news… You’re not broken. You’re not crazy. You’re at war. In This Episode, You’ll Learn: Why you keep repeating the same behaviors (even when you hate them)The hidden “split” inside every man—and how it keeps you stuckWhat Paul the Apostle revealed about this struggle thousands of years agoThe powerful truth from Epistle to the Romans that changes how you fightWhy shame is actually making your problem worseHow to stop relying on willpower and start building a real strategyA practical battle plan to help you fight back and grow stronger  Key Takeaway You are not fighting for God’s acceptance… you are fighting from it. And that shift? That’s where real growth begins. Listen If You’re Ready To: Break free from the same destructive cyclesStop living in guilt, shame, and frustrationStep into discipline, clarity, and purposeBecome the man you know you’re capable of beingIf this episode hit home, share it with a man who needs to hear it. Because chances are… he’s fighting the same battle.  📣 Ready to Go Deeper? If this episode fired you up and you're ready to apply these principles with a tribe of like-minded men, come join us inside The Alpha Edge - where we train strength, resilience, leadership, and unapologetic masculinity for men over 50. https://go.alphaedgearmy.com/alpha-edge

    30 min
  5. Apr 17

    Ep 74. Why ‘Alpha’ Men Burn Out and Fall Apart (And What to Become Instead) with Dave Rossi

    Send us Fan Mail What if everything you’ve been told about being an “alpha” is actually leading you straight into burnout… disconnection… and quiet misery? In this powerful conversation, Coach Kevin sits down with Dave Rossi - former Silicon Valley CEO turned thought leader on men’s mental health and conscious leadership. Dave built the life most men are chasing—money, status, success… …but behind the scenes, he was falling apart. What followed was a complete reset - and the discovery of a different path forward. A path that challenges everything you think you know about masculinity, success, purpose, and what it actually means to be a strong man. If you’ve ever felt like you’re winning on the outside… but something’s off on the inside… This episode is your wake-up call. In This Episode, We Cover: Why high-achieving men often feel empty despite “having it all”The hidden cost of chasing success based on society’s scorecardThe difference between external success and internal fulfillmentWhy most men are living performative lives (and don’t even realize it)The truth about purpose—and why you may be overcomplicating itHow “alpha” behavior can actually lead to burnout, poor decisions, and self-sabotageThe concept of the Omega Man—and why authenticity beats performanceObjective vs. subjective morality (and why it matters more than you think)Why doing the right thing when no one’s watching is the real test of a manHow to break free from identity, ego, and societal expectationsThe role of awareness, vulnerability, and honesty in real personal growthWhy discipline isn’t the goal—alignment is  Key Takeaways Success without alignment = misery. You can win the game and still lose your life.Most men are performing, not living. And it’s exhausting.You already know what’s right. The hard part is having the courage to act on it.Authenticity requires strength. It’s easier to wear the mask than remove it.The goal isn’t more discipline—it’s becoming the man who no longer needs it.  Connect with Dave Rossi Website: https://daverossiglobal.com Instagram: @daverossiglobal TikTok: @daverossiglobal YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@daverossiglobal7664/featured 📘 Grab his book: Alphas Die Early: https://www.amazon.com/Alphas-Die-Early-Mission-Women/dp/1923223771/ Enjoying the Show? If you’re getting value from The Alpha Edge Podcast: ·       Hit Follow/Subscribe ·       Leave a 5-star review ·       Share this episode with a man who needs to hear it Because the world needs more men who are strong… not just on the outside - but all the way through. 📣 Ready to Go Deeper? If this episode fired you up and you're ready to apply these principles with a tribe of like-minded men, come join us inside The Alpha Edge - where we train strength, resilience, leadership, and unapologetic masculinity for men over 50. https://go.alphaedgearmy.com/alpha-edge

    53 min
  6. Apr 12

    Ep. 73 If God Asked You This One Question… Would You Answer Like a King?

    Send us Fan Mail What would you ask for… if God gave you a blank check?   In 1 Kings 3, God appears to Solomon and says: “Ask for whatever you want me to give you.”   No limits. No restrictions.   And Solomon’s answer?   He doesn’t ask for wealth. He doesn’t ask for power. He doesn’t ask for comfort.   He asks for a discerning heart.   In this episode of The Alpha Edge Podcast, Coach Kevin breaks down one of the most powerful moments in Scripture—and what it reveals about the kind of man you’re becoming.   Because here’s the truth…   Most men are asking for a better life… when they should be asking to become a better man.   IN THIS EPISODE, YOU’LL DISCOVER: Why Solomon’s request in 1 Kings 3 separates him from almost every modern manThe hidden “blank check test” every man is taking—whether he realizes it or notHow your current results reflect what you’ve been asking forThe real reason most men feel stuck (hint: it’s not a lack of motivation)Why discernment—not discipline—is the missing link for most men over 50How modern culture is conditioning men for comfort instead of strengthA simple, practical framework to develop a discerning heart in your daily lifeThe one question that will instantly reveal your current level as a man  KEY TAKEAWAYS: Your requests reveal your priorities. What you consistently ask for shapes the man you become. Wisdom > resources. Without discernment, more money, time, or opportunity won’t fix your life. Leadership requires clarity. If you can’t distinguish right from wrong, you can’t lead—period. You don’t need more… you need better. More discipline. More honesty. More ownership. Discernment is built—not gifted. It’s forged through daily decisions, not downloaded overnight.   LISTEN + SUBSCRIBE If this episode hit home, do me a favor: 💥 Follow the show 💥 Leave a 5-star review 💥 Share this episode with a man who needs to hear it   FINAL THOUGHT God may not show up in a dream tonight… but every single day, life is asking you the same question: “What kind of man are you becoming?”   Let’s get after it. 📣 Ready to Go Deeper? If this episode fired you up and you're ready to apply these principles with a tribe of like-minded men, come join us inside The Alpha Edge - where we train strength, resilience, leadership, and unapologetic masculinity for men over 50. https://go.alphaedgearmy.com/alpha-edge

    30 min
  7. Apr 10

    EP 72 - From Warrior to King: The Midlife Masculine Shift

    Send us Fan Mail Most men try to stay warriors forever. They keep grinding. Keep pushing. Keep proving. And over time… it starts to cost them. More stress. Less clarity. Strained relationships. A quiet sense that something is off — even when life looks successful on paper. In this episode, Coach Kevin breaks down the midlife masculine shift every man must make: From Warrior → King. Not softer. Stronger in a different way. This is not about losing your edge. It’s about refining it — and directing it toward what actually matters. In This Episode, You’ll Discover: The Warrior Phase — and why it built your lifeThe hidden cost of staying in Warrior mode too longThe Midlife Inflection Point (and why most men miss it)What it actually means to step into the King phaseThe King’s responsibilities — what he protects and what he buildsA powerful Warrior vs King contrast (so you can see exactly where you are)Practical steps to make the shift in real lifeWhy your brotherhood must evolve in midlifeA 7-day challenge to step into King mode immediately  🤝 Share This Episode Know a man who’s stuck in constant grind mode — doing more, but feeling less aligned? Send him this episode. This is the shift most men never make. 📣 Ready to Go Deeper? If this episode fired you up and you're ready to apply these principles with a tribe of like-minded men, come join us inside The Alpha Edge - where we train strength, resilience, leadership, and unapologetic masculinity for men over 50. https://go.alphaedgearmy.com/alpha-edge

    24 min
  8. Mar 27

    Ep. 71 The 5 Pillars of Alpha Strength (Your New Scorecard as a Man)

    Send us Fan Mail Most men are measuring themselves with the wrong scorecard. They focus on career, money, and being a “good guy”… and while those things matter, they don’t require strength. They reward comfort, stability, and predictability — not discipline, edge, or growth. That’s why so many men look successful on paper… but feel off internally. In this episode, Coach Kevin introduces a new standard: The 5 Pillars of Alpha Strength — a complete framework for building a strong, capable, aligned man in the second half of life. This is not motivation. This is your new operating system.     In This Episode, You’ll Discover: • Why the traditional “success scorecard” fails men over time • What Alpha Strength actually means (and what it doesn’t) • The 5 Pillars every man must build: Physical Strength — your foundation for energy, resilience, and capabilityMental Strength — focus, discipline, and executionEmotional Strength — composure and control under pressureMoral Strength — integrity, standards, and living by a codeSpiritual Strength — purpose, direction, and alignment• Why strength must be integrated — not one-dimensional • How imbalance across pillars creates instability • The environment effect: why men build faster with aligned brotherhood • A simple self-assessment to identify your weakest pillar 🧠 Key Reframe from This Episode You are not measured by comfort. You are measured by strength — across all five pillars. 🤝 Share This Episode Know a man who’s doing “well” on paper… but not operating at his level? Send him this episode. Once you see the right scorecard — you can’t unsee it. 🎯 What Comes Next Phase 2 is the rebuild. Now that you understand the framework, we’re going deeper into each pillar — and building real strength with structure, standards, and execution. Stay sharp. Build all five. 📣 Ready to Go Deeper? If this episode fired you up and you're ready to apply these principles with a tribe of like-minded men, come join us inside The Alpha Edge - where we train strength, resilience, leadership, and unapologetic masculinity for men over 50. https://go.alphaedgearmy.com/alpha-edge

    25 min

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The Alpha Edge Podcast is for men over 50 who refuse to fade.Each episode delivers the tools, tactics, and fire you need to build lasting strength - physically, mentally, emotionally, morally, and spiritually - so you can reclaim your power and lead with unapologetic masculinity.

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