Brave Men Podcast with Paul Louis Cole

Brave Men Podcast with Paul Louis Cole

Brave Men exists to inspire men to live a better life. Through conversations and teachings meant to bring about wisdom and courage for the journey, Brave Men hopes to help men build a life filled with purpose and destiny. Your host for the podcast is Paul Louis Cole, President of Christian Men’s Network - with representation in over 100 nations around the world - and the founder of the Global Fatherhood Initiative. Paul Cole has a deep passion to defeat fatherlessness, end child abuse, and raise up strong men who love God, love people, and make an impact in their community. This is our mission. This... is Brave Men. Visit https://cmn.men for more information.

Episodes

July 10, 2025 44 mins
One of the most underrated men in the Bible is a man named Barnabas. He’s the man who believed in the terrorist Paul after his radical conversion, believed in John Mark after his failure and walked beside men to encourage their best life. He’s rarely mentioned ... but he helped change the world.

Paul Andrew centers us on what it means to live a life that is ...
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Lt. Col. Oliver North (ret.) is a combat decorated U.S. Marine, #1 best-selling author, business owner, holder of three U.S. patents and well-known statesman. For seventeen years he was a syndicated columnist and host of “War Stories” on FOX.

The only friend of Brave Men podcast that was targeted for assassination by Abu Nidal, Col. North is a man of courage and hope. He’s coordinated h...

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June 26, 2025 38 mins

Invest some time in an inspiring conversation with CMN President Paul Cole. Start cranking the fundamentals of becoming a champion. It’s doing the basics and doing them well over and over that creates a successful season … and a successful life in Christ.

Building a life that overcomes adversity doesn’t just happen. It’s the result of determination and purpose and discipline. Usi...

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The power of brotherhood, forgiveness and restoration with my good friend Javon Ruff on this episode of the Brave Men podcast. Together, we unpack the timeless parable of the prodigal son in Luke 15 and explore how shallow relationships can derail our purpose. This is as real as it gets – authentic and gritty. Javon is a man that speaks in a way we can all understand, answering the hard question - how doe...

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What does Noble manhood look like? Will it change things – or just add to the issues? Stephen Mansfield is a best-selling author and influential statesman. His counsel is sought by key leaders across the nations which has taken him from the halls of Washington to the shores of Tripoli. Stephen has answers. They’re not easy – it involves men accepting responsibility. 
Stephen has writte...

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June 5, 2025 37 mins

Today a motivating, encouraging conversation with you and host Paul Cole. A powerful word on our identity, purpose and value. The foundational story is from the renaming of Benjamin, Jacob’s son, and later the father of the twelfth tribe of Israel. That’s found near the end of the book of Genesis. When Jacob changed Benjamin’s name – everything in Benjamin’s life changed. It was th...

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Getting real about the past, finding perspective in the pain. Discovering redemption in the ruin of life’s random hits and destructive choices. Today on BraveMen Podcast we’re joined by Ron Acosta, a man whose journey of resilience and faith will inspire and challenge you. From losing everything he built to finding an unexpected family revelation at 48, Ron's story is a testament to the transformati...

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 An influential voice to leaders across the nations who level up their lives both personal and professional, Michael Murphy is leading the charge for a new generation of pastors, business owners and entrepreneurs. His Leaderscape Network is helping high-capacity men achieve tremendous results in every part of their lives. Bringing to them a level of fulfillment that too often escapes us in our chaotic perf...

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Sathiya Sam was a good person. Went to church. Honored his parents. Did well in school. But he was an addict. To porn. Here’s an amazing story of bondage and freedom. Lies and truth. Messed up but then a new life emerges from the crash. This will inspire you. 

Connect with the courageous journey of Sathiya Sam as he shares his story of overcoming a 15-year-long pornography addiction that began...

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Could redefining masculinity through the lens of Christlikeness transform not just individuals, but entire communities? Join us as we sit down with Robert Barriger, an ex-surfer from Southern California whose life took a radical turn during the Jesus Revolution. His journey took him all the way to Peru, where he and his wife Karen have established Camino de Vida, a church that has become a beacon of hope an...

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Ever wondered what it was like to be at the heart of the Jesus Movement on the West Coast? Join us on the Brave Men Podcast as we sit down with Philip Wagner, a devoted minister and founder, with his wife Holly, of Oasis Church in Hollywood. This is what happened during the vibrant 1970s Christian revival as hundreds of thousands came to Christ and defined a generation. From his collaboration with ...

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At age 14, Luke Richey wasn't your typical teenager; he was hacking into banks and postal services. But that was just the beginning of his wild journey from a life of chaos to a man of faith.  Today Luke is a world leader in Augmented Reality and the front edge of internet development. 

It is a compelling story of his early days as a messed up teen-age hacker to becoming a wo...

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What happens when a distinguished leader decides to challenge deeply rooted religious attitudes and inspire a faith-filled journey across continents? Simon McIntyre, a pivotal figure in the C3 Church Movement, shares his transformative story from the early days of church planting in Australia to his influential roles in Europe and the Americas. Through his candid recounting of personal loss, remarr...

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Identity is under attack, and the stakes have never been higher. Ever felt like you weren’t enough or feared your past defines you? Here’s hope! Join me today on Brave Men as we confront the crucial themes shaping the lives of Christian men today. From the relentless attack on the family to the disruption of the family unit by fatherlessness to the devil's strategic d...

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True identity is not found on a resume or LinkedIn profile … it’s found in your story. But what has shaped your story? Join me for a fascinating exploration of identity as we celebrate the launch of my new book, "Identity: Finding the Real You and Why It Matters." This episode is a deep dive into how the narratives w...

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The Brave Men podcasts highlight men who are leaders because they’re honest, strong, vulnerable and filled with wisdom. But what can we learn from boxing? Here’s your answer. Fred Ichniowski is a leading business consultant and boxing commentator. And he’s also a dad … 

When Fred Ichniowski’s eight-year-old son asked him a profound question about lif...

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From our first day of ministry in the Middle East, we were struck by the vibrant faith of the underground church leaders, their stories a testament to the power of perseverance in the face of adversity. This episode pulls back the curtain on the remarkable expansion of Christianity in Iran, a land where faith comes at a high cost, following Jesus Christ a choice often made not just with your words,...

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Embarking on a spiritual quest often begins with a single step, a step that Steve Trevino (@pr.stevetrevino) has taken time and again, transforming not just his life but the lives of countless others through his dedication to discipleship. His journey from pastoring to uplifting pastors in the Middle East is a stirring testament to the profound impact one man can have. Our conversation with Steve u...

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Here’s some hope in your leadership journey. This week, explore the intrinsic connection between joy and a deep-seated relationship with Jesus with my guest, great friend Michael Murphy and our guest host this episode, my son Brandon Cole. They discuss how joy can act as a spiritual barometer and the profound impact of authentic community within the church. 

With Mike's insi...

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Unlock the transformative power of neuroscience-informed Christian counseling with licensed professional counselor and certified sex therapist, Josh Spurlock. Immerse your heart into a terrific conversation with our good friend Josh as we peel back layers of emotional and relational inhibitors. Dive with us into a profound discussion on the long-term effects of father wounds, the...

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