The Men's Roundtable Series

Yusef Marshall (Mista Yu)
  • 5.0 (3)
  • Relationships

Every Thursday at 7pm EST, “The Men’s Roundtable Series” is a global conversation space where men come together to address real issues—identity, pressure, relationships, purpose, and personal struggles—in an environment built on honesty and growth. Through open dialogue and shared experience, the goal is RESTORATION—mentally, emotionally, and spiritually. NEW Every Thursday!!!!! Alongside the roundtable, “The Men’s Interview Spotlight” features one-on-one conversations with men who have overcome the father wound, broken through the need for validation, and redefined how they see themselves and the world. These aren’t just stories—they’re blueprints for healing and growth.Here's where you can book that one-on-one interview or if you'd like to be considered as a future panelist on the show: 🔗 Men’s Roundtable Series: https://calendly.com/yusefmichaelmarshall/themrts 

  1. 1d ago

    The MRTS Spotlight - What If Asking For Help Is The Manliest Move w/ The M.V.P. Mike Van Pelt

    You can look successful on the outside and still feel like you’re just dragging yourself through life. We sit down with Mike Van Pelt, founder of True Man Life Coaching and American Family Renaissance, to talk about the moment everything changed for him and why so many men never experience real inner freedom even when they’ve “done church” for years. Mike traces his turning point back to a men’s retreat where he heard a message that landed like it was meant for him personally: God wanted intimacy, not distance. From there, we dig into what true manhood actually means when it’s tested by real life, not slogans. We talk about masculinity through the model of Jesus, why “follow me” is a definition you can live out daily, and how men reclaim identity and purpose when they stop letting the world write their script. We also get practical about formation: why reflection and self-awareness matter, why you need to slow down to speed up, and why coaching is less about being “fixed” and more about being guided with better questions. Mike brings a fresh angle on the fruit of the Spirit as a foundation for mature masculinity, then closes with a challenge most men need to hear: burying your stuff does not make it disappear. If you’ve been carrying it alone, press play and take one step toward connection. Subscribe, share this with a brother who needs it, and leave a review so more men can find these conversations. Support the show

  2. 1d ago

    The Man You're Becoming Part 1: The Misconceptions About Healing

    A heatwave, wildfire smoke, and a simple question set the tone fast: what does a healthy man actually look like when life is loud and pressure is constant? We start with the obvious stuff like sleep, hydration, exercise, and nutrition, then we push past the gym definition into the harder categories men live in every day: marriage, parenting, faith, self-talk, finances, and the private battles we never name out loud. We talk about why “balance” can feel like a lie and why harmony is a better target, especially when you are juggling work demands, family needs, and your own mental health. The panel digs into emotional maturity as a pattern of response, not a pile of information, and we unpack how attachment styles show up in conflict. If you tend to avoid tough conversations, shut down, or try to fix everything by grinding harder, you’ll hear yourself in this one. We also address the real cost of suppression, including anxiety, depression, and even physical pain that can follow unprocessed emotion. Then we get practical about emotional healing and community. How intentional are we, really? What rhythms help us stay on track when we’re busy, stressed, or in survival mode? We share accountability practices, journaling, and why relationship quality at home is often the clearest barometer of health. You’ll walk away with a direct challenge: identify the hard thing you’ve been avoiding and take one step within the next 24 hours. If this conversation helps, subscribe, share it with a friend who needs it, and leave a review so more men can find the room. Support the show

  3. 1d ago

    The MRTS Spotlight: "Why Won’t He Just Log Off? Gaming Addictions" w/ Nathan Graham

    Your kid isn’t just “wasting time” on games, and if we treat it that way, we miss what’s actually happening. I’m joined by Nathan Graham, a devoted father, coach, entrepreneur, and the author of Why Won’t He Just Log Off, to get honest about screen time, gaming addiction fears, and the real emotional pull of modern online gaming. We talk through Nathan’s own story, from getting picked on and escaping into hobbies, to finding purpose through sports, to later using gaming as a substitute when life felt uncertain. Then we dig into the framework that makes the whole problem easier to understand: the four core needs many games meet better than everyday life does, certainty, adventure, significance, and love and connection. When those needs go unmet, gaming becomes the fastest way to feel competent, respected, and connected. We also draw a clear line between healthy gaming and harmful retreat. Nathan explains what “productive gaming” can look like, including routines, breaks, sleep, and skill-building, and what warning signs show up when a teen is isolating and cutting off real relationships. If you’ve ever had a blowup over turning the game off, we give practical communication tools, including time warnings, curiosity-first questions, and a short role-play that shows how to get past surface answers. Finally, we bring it back to the mission of men rebuilding from the inside out: how identity drift fuels escapism, why honesty is the first step, and how community, and for Nathan, faith, supports real change. If this helped you, subscribe, share it with a parent or mentor, and leave a review so more families can find it. Support the show

  4. 1d ago

    The MRTS Spotlight: The Identity Crisis: Tying Men's Self Worth To Output - Benjamin John Lee

    A lot of men are exhausted and they can’t explain why. They’re doing the work, handling the bills, showing up for everyone else, and still feeling like they’re one bad day away from shutting down. That’s where we start: the trap of tying self-worth to productivity and the quiet pressure to earn love through output.  We talk with Benjamin John Lee, head life coach at the College of Charleston’s Life Design Coaching Center, founder of The Initiation Source, and author of *Sincerely America*. Ben shares why the transition from military structure to civilian life can feel like getting “blitzed” and why a world full of choices can be more stressful than a world with a clear mission. We get into nervous system strain, decision paralysis, and the difference between purpose and performance.  Then we go deeper into the inner fight: shadow work, discipline, and what self-love looks like when you strip away ranks, titles, and labels. Ben connects addiction recovery to the real root issue he sees in men again and again: shame. Shame breeds isolation, isolation drives disconnection, and disconnection keeps the cycle alive. The turning point is grief, not as sadness alone, but as letting go of the future you thought you’d live so you can finally build the one that fits.  If you’ve been wrestling with identity, men’s mental health, addiction, or the pressure to always be “on,” this conversation will land. Subscribe, share this with a man who needs it, and leave a review with the one line you want more men to hear. Support the show

  5. 1d ago

    The MRTS Spotlight: Why Smart Men Stay Stuck: The Success Fallacy - Chad C. Betz

    That quiet moment in the car after work when the parking lot empties and you’re still sitting there, staring forward, feeling heavy, is more common than most men admit. We talk with Chad C. Betz, author and financial services professional, about why smart, hardworking guys stay committed to the wrong path for years and why turning back can feel like shame even when it’s the right move. If you’re a husband, father, or provider carrying responsibilities while questioning your direction, this conversation is built for you. We dig into burnout as a purpose problem, not just a workload problem. Chad shares his own “what am I doing with my life?” moment and we connect it to the pressure many men feel to keep producing while losing themselves. From there we break down authentic success versus the version society, family expectations, and corporate culture hand to you. We also unpack the frustration cycle: distraction, highlight-reel comparisons, and the temptation to work harder as if speed can fix a wrong direction. The second half gets practical for midlife reinvention, career change, and staying relevant as technology and AI reshape the job market. Chad explains why getting advice from friends and family can accidentally trap you in fear, and why a mentor, coach, or trusted advisor can help you make fact-based decisions. You’ll hear three concrete actions you can take this week, including his “20 goals” exercise, rebuilding confidence by naming accomplishments, and starting small experiments like a side business. If this hits home, subscribe, share it with a brother who needs it, and leave a review so more men can find the conversation. What’s one small action you’ll take this week? Support the show

  6. Aug 7

    The MRTS Spotlight: Self-Sabotage From A Male Perspective - Dr. Albert Bramante

    Your feed says you’re falling behind, but the real problem might be the story you’ve been taught to tell yourself. We talk with Dr. Albert Bramante about men’s mental health, self-doubt, and the constant social media comparison that convinces good men they’re not enough, not winning fast enough, or not “man” enough. We get honest about the quiet pressure to be the rock, the provider, the tough one, and how those old scripts can trap emotions inside until they come out sideways as stress, isolation, or unhealthy coping. We also unpack what happens when identity gets tied to accomplishments. When the trophies slow down or life shifts, it can feel like you’ve lost your place. Dr. Bramante offers a grounded reframe: life moves through harvest seasons and planting seasons, and planting still counts. We talk about how to rebuild confidence from the inside out, why claiming your identity comes before the external validation, and how to measure progress by daily contribution and growth instead of applause. Then we go straight at self-sabotage. Why do men get close to a breakthrough and suddenly retreat? We explore fear of being seen, fear of change, and the habit of catastrophizing outcomes in our heads. You’ll leave with practical internal shifts you can start today: take action, get comfortable being uncomfortable, and build a tribe that pushes you forward through proximity and support. If this hits home, share it with a friend who needs it, subscribe for more conversations like this, and leave a review so more men can find the show. What’s one area where you want to stop playing small? Support the show

  7. Aug 6

    The MRTS Spotlight: The Beach Ball Test For The Male Ego - Stan Lewis

    A man can be fearless in a boardroom and still feel powerless in his own living room. That contrast is where this conversation lands, and it gets honest fast. We sit down with speaker, author, and leadership and communication expert Stan Lewis to talk about the mental captivity that hides behind “high performance” and the subtle lies that keep men locked inside a life that looks fine but feels stuck. Stan breaks down how self-doubt narrows our perspective, like only seeing part of a beach ball and assuming that’s the whole truth. We dig into why the comfort zone is often just veiled safety, and why carrying hidden secrets or living a double life tears a man up internally. Drawing from his experience as a federal OSHA investigator, supervisor, and mediator, Stan explains what happens when men stay quiet about unsafe or unethical situations and how identity gets tied to a paycheck until doing the right thing feels too costly. From there, we move into practical leadership tools for husbands and fathers: changing your vantage point, calling out negative self-talk, building an action plan, and refusing to quit after failure. Stan also shares a servant leadership principle he lives by, focusing on the growth of others, and why leadership starts at home with how we love, encourage, and prioritize our wife and invest in our kids. The episode closes with a gut-check on the most expensive excuse men make: anything that begins with “but if” or “if only,” and the replacement phrase that changes momentum, “I can.” If you want more conversations on men’s issues, faith, leadership, and real growth, subscribe, share this with a brother who needs it, and leave a review so more men can find the show. What’s one “but if” you’re ready to kill today? Support the show

  8. Aug 6

    The MRTS Spotlight - A Man Can Ask For Help And Still Be Strong | Bryan Blackmon

    Most men don’t fall apart in public, they fall apart in silence. We talk with Bryan Blackmon about what it feels like to look dependable while privately drowning, and how addiction, shame, and the pressure to “handle it” can trap you in a life that is slowly breaking you. Bryan shares his real-world story of chasing a dream move to California while alcoholism and drugs escalated, and how that path led to sleeping in his car and in a tent in Venice. We get honest about men’s mental health, the stigma around emotions, and the “silent screams” that show up when you’re stuck in fight-or-flight with nobody to call. If you’ve ever felt like you had to keep it together no matter the cost, this conversation puts words to that experience. We also dig into what change actually looks like day to day: getting clean in mind, body, and spirit, pulling “one weed at a time” from the lies we believe about ourselves, and building resilience through small, repeatable disciplines. Bryan explains the power of a 1% adjustment, why tears can be part of growth, and how protecting your mornings (including staying off your phone for the first 30 to 45 minutes) can help you create peace, gratitude, and momentum. If Bryan’s story hits close to home, share this with a friend who needs it, then subscribe and leave a review so more men can find a place to start telling the truth. What part of this conversation did you need to hear today? Support the show

See All (62)

5
out of 5
3 Ratings

About

Every Thursday at 7pm EST, “The Men’s Roundtable Series” is a global conversation space where men come together to address real issues—identity, pressure, relationships, purpose, and personal struggles—in an environment built on honesty and growth. Through open dialogue and shared experience, the goal is RESTORATION—mentally, emotionally, and spiritually. NEW Every Thursday!!!!! Alongside the roundtable, “The Men’s Interview Spotlight” features one-on-one conversations with men who have overcome the father wound, broken through the need for validation, and redefined how they see themselves and the world. These aren’t just stories—they’re blueprints for healing and growth.Here's where you can book that one-on-one interview or if you'd like to be considered as a future panelist on the show: 🔗 Men’s Roundtable Series: https://calendly.com/yusefmichaelmarshall/themrts 

Information

  • Creator
    Yusef Marshall (Mista Yu)
  • Years Active
    2026
  • Episodes
    62
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2026 The Men's Roundtable Series
  • Show Website
    The Men's Roundtable Series