Depression Tells Men to Stay Quiet. We Won't.

In this raw conversation - Goose and Sunshine talk frankly about men’s depression and anxiety—the “black dog,” the heavy-blanket days, the pride that fuels isolation—and the simple, proven actions that bring hope back: say it out loud, call a brother, pray the name of Jesus, lift heavy, get in the woods, show up anyway. We also cover medication without stigma (defibrillator, not forever), faith as a lifeline, and why isolation is terminal.If you’re battling today, this episode is your permission to speak, reach, and move.What you’ll learn • How to break isolation and ask for help without shame • Why talking out loud instantly reduces depression’s power • Practical “today” moves: text a friend, walk a trail, lift heavy, breathe • A faith lens: praying the name of Jesus when words are hard • Medication without stigma (and how/when to revisit it) • How brotherhood (tribe) keeps you from slipping backIf you’re in crisis, you are not alone. In the U.S., call or text 988 for the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline (24/7). Outside the U.S., please reach out to your local emergency number or crisis service.Join the mission • Comment: what’s one move you’ll make today (text a brother, pray out loud, take a walk, book a counseling session)? • Share this with a man who needs to hear “you’re not alone.” • Subscribe for more straight talk on men’s mental, spiritual, and physical resilience.Follow Men's AllianceInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/mensalliancetribe/Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/mensalliancetribeTiktok - https://www.tiktok.com/@mensalliancetribeWebsite - https://www.mensalliancetribe.com/Explore Battlefield Coaching today and find yourself a Coach with experience overcoming a battle you are currently facing - https://battlefieldcoaching.comOrder the Book - Answer With Truth: The Ambassador’s Field Manual for Leading Your Family Spiritually - https://amzn.to/3BmnuKV

Sep 25
1 hr 12 min
Iron Sharpens Iron

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Ep 22: Daily Practice w/ Jeff Van Atta

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Men’s Alliance

What is your daily practice to bring you closer to Christ?  Listen to hear about how a new daily practice can be formed. If you already have a practice are you still growing from it, or do you need to reengage and do things differently. Here are some of the tools talked about in todays episode: you version bible app for your phone - https://www.youversion.com/the-bible-app/ Book - Atomic Habits by James Clear - https://jamesclear.com/atomic-habits Box Breathing - Retired Navy Seal Commander Mark Devine - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UJnJ4xTkEOY Bible Reading Plan - https://bridgetown.church/read/ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mensalliancetribe/support

Feb 26
08 min
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Ambassador Training 1: Relativism, Pluralism & Scientism

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Men’s Alliance

We're called to be Ambassador's for Christ (2 Cor 5:20) but how can we do that well if we don't know how to respond to the most common objections that the world has? In Round #1 of Ambassador Training, we'll look at each of the following objections to Christianity: Relativism - "There is no such thing as absolute truth. You have yours and I have mine." Pluralism - "All paths lead to God, there is more than one correct way." Scientism - "Only science yields truth; religion is merely a matter of opinion." Sources: https://coldcasechristianity.com/writings/are-young-people-really-leaving-christianity/ McGrath, Alister. (2012). Mere Apologetics: How to help seekers & skeptic find faith. Grand Rapids, Michigan:  Baker Publishing Group. Lewis, C.S. (2001). Mere Christianity. New York, New York: HarperCollins Publishers. Moreland, J.P. (2018). Scientism and Secularism: Learning how to respond to a dangerous ideology. Wheaton, Illinois: Crossway. Geisler, Norman & Turek, Frank. (2004). I Don’t Have Enough Faith to Be an Atheist. Wheaton, Illinois:  Crossway. Koukl, Gregory. (2019). Tactics: 10th Anniversary Edition. Grand Rapids, Michigan: Zondervan. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mensalliancetribe/support

Mar 16
27 min
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Episode 215: God NEVER Leaves You - Special Ops Veteran Found Redemption After a Life of Chaos and Anger

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Men’s Alliance

Gladiator’s story is a powerful testament to the strength found in vulnerability and the transformative impact of community. His journey from chaos to purpose proves that redemption is possible for anyone willing to face their struggles and step into the light. Through Men’s Alliance, he continues to lead men toward healing, helping them build meaningful relationships and inspiring them to carry their fire into the world. His story is a call to action—reminding us that we all have the potential to rise as warriors, embracing both our scars and our strengths to live with purpose and meaning. Whether through the guidance of a brother, the resilience found in faith, or the deep bonds forged within a tribe, Gladiator’s journey reassures us that hope and healing are always within reach—if we’re willing to be vulnerable and walk the path of growth together. Register for the National Rally in May! https://www.mensalliancetribe.com/experiences/national-rally Buy our Protein! - https://www.mensalliancetribe.com/shop/ma-downrange-mermite-field-recovery-protein Follow Men's Alliance Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/mensalliancetribe/ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/mensalliancetribe Tiktok - https://www.tiktok.com/@mensalliancetribe Website - https://www.mensalliancetribe.com/ Order the Book - Answer With Truth: The Ambassador’s Field Manual for Leading Your Family Spiritually - https://amzn.to/3BmnuKV

Jan 30
1 hr 54 min
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Ep 151: Speaking Up Boldly w/ Frank Turek

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Men’s Alliance

Dr. Frank Turek, author and speaker, discusses what's keeping men on the sidelines, what makes a good ambassador for Christ, and what's his favorite apologetics tactic. Find out more about Frank: https://crossexamined.org/ Train Your Brain Course⁠ - online course Books by Frank: I Don't Have Enough Faith to be an Atheist Correct, Not Politically Correct Hollywood Heroes Stealing from God Sponsor: Chris 'Coop' Norwood w/ Towne Bank Mortgage Phone: 804-439-3206 https://townebankmortgage.com/officers/chris-norwood/ - website --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mensalliancetribe/support

Oct 05
54 min
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I’m NOT a SEAL Anymore. So Who Am I Now? | Andy Stumpf on Faith, Failure & Identity

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Men’s Alliance

Life after war. Parenting. Marriage. Pain. Purpose.In this raw conversation, former SEAL Team 6 operator Andy Stumpf opens up about the real fight — the one that begins after combat. From surviving a life-threatening injury in Iraq, to battling negative self-talk, raising kids, divorce, faith, and finding identity beyond the trident — Andy shares how life is a team sport and how terminal isolation really can be.💥 What makes elite operators great — and what breaks them💥 The truth about SEAL Team 6 vs. Delta Force💥 Why no one can make you quit💥 How to lead, love, and rebuild after failure💥 “Isolation is terminal” — the most important lesson from the pandemic and life in generalThis is a masterclass in resilience, leadership, and doing life as a team.Don’t miss this one.👇 Subscribe and share to sharpen more men.Andy's site - https://www.andystumpf.com/⚔️ Join us at the Men’s Alliance National Rally (May 2-4) for an unforgettable weekendGet your tickets here 👉 https://www.mensalliancetribe.com/experiences/national-rallyFollow Men's AllianceInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/mensalliancetribe/Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/mensalliancetribeTiktok - https://www.tiktok.com/@mensalliancetribeWebsite - https://www.mensalliancetribe.com/Order the Book - Answer With Truth: The Ambassador’s Field Manual for Leading Your Family Spiritually - https://amzn.to/3BmnuKV

Mar 27
1 hr 04 min
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