BraveCo Podcast

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BraveCo Podcast is here to serve a collective of men pursuing wholeness, purpose, and brotherhood.

  1. 6D AGO

    216: How to Become a Better Dad Before You Damage Your Kids

    Website: https://www.dadawesome.org/ In this episode, I sit down with Jeff Zaugg, host of the Dad Awesome podcast and author of Dad Awesome, to talk about what it really takes to become an intentional, healthy, and present father. Jeff shares the story behind his new book, the lessons he has learned from years of conversations on fatherhood, and why every dad needs more than good intentions to lead his family well. We talk honestly about the moments we have missed it as dads, the anger, pain, passivity, and unprocessed wounds that can come out on our kids if we do not bring them into the light. Jeff shares a powerful story about a snowball that broke trust with his daughter, and we discuss how repentance, self-awareness, brotherhood, and humility can bring healing instead of shame. This conversation is for every dad who wants to grow, lead, and love his family with greater purpose. If fatherhood matters to you, it is worth investing in. Grab Jeff’s book at dadawesome.org and start building a plan for the kind of father you want to become. Chapters: 00:00 Welcome Back to Brave Co 03:21 The Weight of Becoming a Dad 06:42 The Snowball That Broke Trust 10:03 When Dads Lose Control 13:24 The Grenades Fathers Carry 16:45 Healing Pain From the Past 20:06 Self-Awareness and Brotherhood 23:27 Growing as Sons Before Fathers 26:48 Loved, Learner, Leader 30:09 Why Dads Need a Plan CONNECT WITH BRAVECO Join Our Free Community for Men (ladies, sign up your man): https://www.braveco.org Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/braveco.men Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/braveco.men/ Shop: https://shop.braveco.org/ ABOUT BRAVECO: We live in a time where men are hunting for the truth and looking for the codebook to manhood. At BraveCo, we are on a mission to heal the narrative of masculinity across a generation; fighting the good fight together because every man should feel confident and capable of facing his pain, loving deeply, and leading a life that impacts the world around him.

    34 min

  2. APR 20

    215: The Brutal Truth About Leadership: You Are the Limit of Your Team

    In this episode of the BraveCo Podcast, I sit down with Martin West, a former fighter pilot turned leadership coach, to unpack what actually makes teams succeed or fail. After spending several days with him working on our own team, I realized something that challenged everything I thought I knew about leadership. It’s not just about having a great plan. It’s about what’s happening beneath the surface of your team dynamics. We dive deep into the concept of vulnerability-based trust, constructive conflict, and why most teams settle for artificial harmony instead of real progress. Martin shares powerful lessons from his time flying F-18s, where every mission was scrutinized and feedback was constant. That level of accountability shaped how he now helps leaders eliminate dysfunction, build trust, and create environments where people can actually grow. If you lead a team, a business, a family, or even want to become a better man, this conversation will challenge you. The biggest takeaway is simple but hard to accept: the leader is always the limit. But the good news is, once you become aware of it, you can start building a culture where truth, feedback, and growth become the norm—and that changes everything. Connected with Martin West: https://www.xgap.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/martin-west-93123a1a/ Chapters: 00:00 – Vulnerability, Creativity, and the Power of Disagreement 04:31 – From Fighter Pilot Dreams to Elite Training Reality 09:02 – The Cost of Constant Feedback and Accountability 13:33 – Leadership Lessons from High-Stakes Environments 18:04 – The Five Dysfunctions of a Team Explained 22:35 – Why Conflict Is the Key to Team Breakthrough 27:06 – The Leader Is the Limit of Every Team 31:37 – The Power of Feedback and Ego Removal 36:08 – Breaking Artificial Harmony in Teams and Relationships 40:39 – Building a Culture of Truth, Vulnerability, and Growth CONNECT WITH BRAVECO Join Our Free Community for Men (ladies, sign up your man): https://www.braveco.org Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/braveco.men Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/braveco.men/ Shop: https://shop.braveco.org/ ABOUT BRAVECO: We live in a time where men are hunting for the truth and looking for the codebook to manhood. At BraveCo, we are on a mission to heal the narrative of masculinity across a generation; fighting the good fight together because every man should feel confident and capable of facing his pain, loving deeply, and leading a life that impacts the world around him.

    45 min

  3. APR 13

    214: LIVE CALL Q&A: The opposite of addiction isn't sobriety. It's connection. The more we use p*rnography, the less we can feel what’s really going on with us.

    In this live Q&A episode of the Brave Co Podcast, I answer real questions from men navigating some of the hardest parts of life and relationships. We talk about anxious attachment in dating, how to slow down and build trust the right way, and why so much relationship anxiety comes from asking questions too early. I also break down a framework for healthy dating, emotional boundaries, physical intimacy, and how men can lead relationships with clarity instead of fear. We also dive into what it looks like to take responsibility after failure without spiraling into shame. I speak directly into relapse, p*rnography, healing, counseling, and how to understand the deeper need underneath destructive patterns. This conversation is about ownership, connection, recovery, and learning how to respond to failure in a way that actually leads to growth. If you are trying to become a stronger man emotionally, spiritually, and relationally, this part of the episode will hit home. In the final section, I answer a question from a husband and father trying to love his wife well during a demanding season of work, babies, financial pressure, and exhaustion. I share practical advice for marriage, communication, small daily connection points, supporting your wife, and leading your family when life feels stretched thin. This episode is packed with honest coaching for men who want to grow in masculinity, relationships, emotional health, and responsibility. Chapters: 00:00 Why Masculinity and Manhood Matter Today 04:40 Dating Anxiety and the Pressure of “Is She the One?” 09:20 The Relationship Ladder and Why Intimacy Must Be Slower 13:59 Emotional Boundaries, Trust, and Healthy Dating Pace 18:40 How to Reconnect With an Ex the Right Way 23:19 Failure, Relapse, and Taking Responsibility Without Shame 27:59 P*rnography, Pain, and the Search for Real Connection 32:39 Counseling, Ownership, and Rebuilding After a Fall 37:19 Marriage Pressure, Young Kids, and the Bond Formed in Hard Seasons 41:59 Practical Ways to Love Your Wife While Carrying Heavy Demands CONNECT WITH BRAVECO Join Our Free Community for Men (ladies, sign up your man): https://www.braveco.org Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/braveco.men Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/braveco.men/ Shop: https://shop.braveco.org/ ABOUT BRAVECO: We live in a time where men are hunting for the truth and looking for the codebook to manhood. At BraveCo, we are on a mission to heal the narrative of masculinity across a generation; fighting the good fight together because every man should feel confident and capable of facing his pain, loving deeply, and leading a life that impacts the world around him.

    47 min

  4. APR 6

    213: If Your Marriage Was a Business, Would It Survive? The Marriage Audit Every Husband Needs to Do!

    In this episode, I challenge men to look at marriage from a completely different perspective. I ask one honest question: if your marriage was a business, how would it be doing? Most of us would never run our company, career, or mission the way we run our marriage. We plan for business, measure business, invest in business, and protect business. But too often, we let marriage drift and then wonder why it feels disconnected. I break down the four things every successful business has that every strong marriage also needs: ownership, investment, regular check-ins, and vision. I talk through practical ways Lauren and I have applied these principles in our own marriage, from daily touch points and intentional conversations to taking responsibility for areas I used to avoid. This is not about treating your wife like an employee. It is about leading with stewardship, clarity, and purpose. If you feel like your marriage has been running on autopilot, this episode will help you slow down, take an honest look, and make meaningful changes. I believe strong marriages do not happen by accident. They are built through intentional leadership, daily investment, and a clear vision for what you are creating together. If this episode helps you, send it to a friend and share it with another man who needs it. Chapters: 00:00 The Question That Changes Everything 02:47 Why Marriage Needs an Audit 05:34 Applying Business Strategy to Marriage 08:21 The First Key: Ownership 11:08 Passivity, Pain, and Taking Responsibility 13:55 The Second Key: Intentional Investment 16:42 The Daily Habits That Transform Marriage 19:29 The Third Key: Regular Check-Ins 22:16 The Fourth Key: Vision for Your Marriage 25:03 A Final Marriage Audit for Men CONNECT WITH BRAVECO Join Our Free Community for Men (ladies, sign up your man): https://www.braveco.org Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/braveco.men Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/braveco.men/ Shop: https://shop.braveco.org/ ABOUT BRAVECO: We live in a time where men are hunting for the truth and looking for the codebook to manhood. At BraveCo, we are on a mission to heal the narrative of masculinity across a generation; fighting the good fight together because every man should feel confident and capable of facing his pain, loving deeply, and leading a life that impacts the world around him.

    28 min

  5. MAR 30

    212: 28 Hours, Hiked 2 Mountains Mount Shasta & Mount Lassen, Biked 112 Miles | The Peak 2 Peak Challenge

    What does it look like to take on something so hard that it exposes every weakness, every excuse, and every limit you thought you had? In this episode of the Brave Co Podcast, I sit down with my friends to unpack the full story behind the Peak to Peak challenge: climbing Mount Shasta, biking 112 miles, and then climbing Mount Lassen all in one push. What started as a wild idea became a brutal test of endurance, brotherhood, planning, and resilience. We talk through all three attempts, including what went wrong the first two times, the physical and mental breakdowns that came with failure, and the specific changes that finally led to success. This conversation is about more than mountains and miles. It is about what happens in a man when he chooses challenge over comfort, gets around the right people, and refuses to quit when things get painful. If you have been feeling stuck, bored, discouraged, or disconnected from purpose, this episode is a reminder that growth often begins with saying yes to something hard. Whether that is a physical challenge, a new business, deeper brotherhood, or simply taking the next brave step in life, this conversation will push you to stop waiting for confidence and start building it through action. Chapters: 00:00 Why Men Need Hard Things 04:32 The Wild Peak to Peak Idea 09:04 First Attempt and Early Breakdowns 13:36 Pain Cave, Fatigue, and Quitting Points 18:08 Second Attempt and Strategic Mistakes 22:40 Training, Systems, and Better Preparation 27:12 The Third Attempt Changes Everything 31:44 The Final Push Through the Night 36:16 What the Challenge Built in Them 40:48 Brotherhood, Adventure, and the Call to Rise CONNECT WITH BRAVECO Join Our Free Community for Men (ladies, sign up your man): https://www.braveco.org Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/braveco.men Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/braveco.men/ Shop: https://shop.braveco.org/ ABOUT BRAVECO: We live in a time where men are hunting for the truth and looking for the codebook to manhood. At BraveCo, we are on a mission to heal the narrative of masculinity across a generation; fighting the good fight together because every man should feel confident and capable of facing his pain, loving deeply, and leading a life that impacts the world around him.

    45 min

  6. MAR 23

    211: Should Christians Support War? A Real Conversation About Iran, Faith, and Responsibility

    The world feels more divided than ever, especially when it comes to war, politics, and truth. In this episode, I sit down with my friend David to process what’s really happening in the world right now, specifically around Iran and the growing global conflict. This is not about having all the answers, it’s about asking the right questions. What is actually true? Who can we trust? And how should we respond as men of faith when the stakes feel this high? We wrestle with the tension between pacifism and the idea of a just war. What did Jesus actually mean when He said to love your enemies? Does that apply in every situation, even when evil is present? We talk through real-life scenarios, personal experiences, and biblical frameworks to try and understand what responsibility looks like when it comes to protecting our families, standing against evil, and staying rooted in love. At the end of the day, this conversation comes back to the heart. How do I lead myself and my family well in a time filled with fear, confusion, and conflicting information? How do I stay grounded in truth without becoming consumed by headlines? My hope is that this episode challenges you to think deeper, seek God more intentionally, and live with both strength and compassion in a complicated world. Chapters: 00:00 — A Divided World and the Truth Problem 04:25 — Why This Conversation About War Matters 08:50 — Looking Back at Past Wars and Their Consequences 13:15 — A Real-Life Moment That Challenges Pacifism 17:40 — Pacifism vs Just War: What Does the Bible Say? 22:05 — Motives, Protection, and Moral Responsibility 26:30 — Iran, Power, and the Reality of Global Threats 30:55 — The Complexity of War and Leadership Decisions 35:20 — Media, Misinformation, and What We Can Trust 39:45 — Leading Your Family with Faith in Uncertain Times CONNECT WITH BRAVECO Join Our Free Community for Men (ladies, sign up your man): https://www.braveco.org Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/braveco.men Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/braveco.men/ Shop: https://shop.braveco.org/ ABOUT BRAVECO: We live in a time where men are hunting for the truth and looking for the codebook to manhood. At BraveCo, we are on a mission to heal the narrative of masculinity across a generation; fighting the good fight together because every man should feel confident and capable of facing his pain, loving deeply, and leading a life that impacts the world around him.

    44 min

  7. MAR 16

    210: Why Men Avoid Action, Women Take Over, Marriage Suffers, & Fears of Repeating Your Parents’ Mistakes

    In this live BraveCo Q&A, I answer real questions about marriage, parenting, anxiety, overwhelm, spiritual leadership, and emotional health. We talk about what happens when one spouse takes over, when the other shuts down, and how fear, childhood wounds, and control can quietly shape the way we relate to each other. If you have ever felt stuck in the same patterns in your marriage, this conversation will help you identify what is really going on beneath the surface. I also dig into some of the most important challenges couples face in family life: learning how to trust each other, dealing with chronic overwhelm, becoming more intentional as a parent, and navigating different parenting styles without tearing each other apart. We talk honestly about conflict avoidance, procrastination, emotional triggers, nervous system stress, and what it looks like to create an actual plan for growth instead of just surviving the moment. My hope in this episode is to give you practical language, deeper clarity, and real encouragement for the places where your marriage and family feel stretched. Whether you are preparing for your first child, trying to heal from your own upbringing, or learning how to love your spouse well in the middle of tension, this episode is full of honest insight and actionable direction. Make sure to subscribe and follow along for more Brave Co conversations every month. Chapters: 00:00 - Welcome to the Brave Co Live Q&A 04:35 - Letting Go of Control in Marriage 09:03 - Anxiety, Trust, and Different Decision-Making Styles 13:38 - When Overwhelm Becomes a Lifestyle 17:18 - Raising a Daughter in the Formative Years 21:58 - Fears of Repeating Your Parents’ Mistakes 26:39 - When Procrastination Hides Inner Conflict 31:10 - Conflict Avoidance and the Cost to Marriage 35:00 - Navigating Different Parenting Styles 39:40 - Loving Your Spouse While Protecting Your Kids CONNECT WITH BRAVECO Join Our Free Community for Men (ladies, sign up your man): https://www.braveco.org Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/braveco.men Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/braveco.men/ Shop: https://shop.braveco.org/ ABOUT BRAVECO: We live in a time where men are hunting for the truth and looking for the codebook to manhood. At BraveCo, we are on a mission to heal the narrative of masculinity across a generation; fighting the good fight together because every man should feel confident and capable of facing his pain, loving deeply, and leading a life that impacts the world around him.

    43 min

  8. MAR 9

    209: Christianity vs Discipleship: What Jesus Actually Called Men To & Why Most Christian Men Never Become True Disciples of Jesus

    In this episode, I tackle a question that has been heavy on my heart for a long time: am I simply a Christian, or am I actually a disciple of Jesus? There is a real difference between believing in Jesus and surrendering my entire life to Him. I break down why discipleship is more than church attendance, worship songs, or identifying as a believer. It is about obedience, surrender, carrying my cross, and arranging my life around the commands of Christ. I also talk about how the modern church can sometimes reduce discipleship to participation instead of transformation. Jesus preached to crowds, but His model was never built on crowds alone. His model was life-on-life discipleship. In this conversation, I unpack the Great Commission, why preaching the gospel is the doorway and not the destination, and why every believer is called not just to consume, but to reproduce what God has done in them. This episode is a challenge to men who want more than a casual faith. I speak directly to the call of biblical masculinity, spiritual leadership, repentance, obedience, and kingdom multiplication. If you have ever felt the tension between simply attending church and truly living as a disciple of Jesus, this conversation will challenge you to raise the standard and ask the deeper question: who am I becoming, and who am I leading? Chapters: 00:00 - A Life Below the Calling of Christ 01:15 - The Difference Between a Christian and a Disciple 02:29 - Have We Settled for Less? 05:42 - From Belonging to Reproducing 08:03 - Repentance and the Full Calling of Christ 10:48 - Church Growth vs Kingdom Multiplication 13:23 - Alignment, Covering, and Real Discipleship 15:48 - Final Challenge and Outro CONNECT WITH BRAVECO Join Our Free Community for Men (ladies, sign up your man): https://www.braveco.org Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/braveco.men Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/braveco.men/ Shop: https://shop.braveco.org/ ABOUT BRAVECO: We live in a time where men are hunting for the truth and looking for the codebook to manhood. At BraveCo, we are on a mission to heal the narrative of masculinity across a generation; fighting the good fight together because every man should feel confident and capable of facing his pain, loving deeply, and leading a life that impacts the world around him.

    18 min
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BraveCo Podcast is here to serve a collective of men pursuing wholeness, purpose, and brotherhood.

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  • Creator
    BraveCo
  • Years Active
    2021 - 2026
  • Episodes
    215
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