Ep. 197: Men's Struggle with Isolation & the Need for Brotherhood with Kevin 'Banzai' Nentwich

Banzai reflects on pivotal decisions that significantly impacted both his business and personal life. He shares how starting his own business and niching down were crucial for his career, while moving from New York to California and homeschooling his children gave him valuable time back. He also discusses the influence of Men's Alliance on his life, which helped him strengthen his faith, create friendships, and find a sense of community. He now focuses on giving back to this network as he steps away from the financial world. Banzai also shares his journey from joining a men's group three and a half years ago to starting his own tribe, Coastal Tribe, in Virginia. He emphasizes the importance of connecting with others who have faced similar challenges and encourages those feeling stressed, especially those in their 30s, to seek out such connections. The hosts discuss the importance of connection and how many people feel isolated in their struggles. They also reflect on their personal journeys of deepening their Christian faith and understanding the Bible. 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 --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mensalliancetribe/support

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Ep 67: Eat The Frog w/ Jeff VanAtta

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Men’s Alliance

If it's your job to eat a frog, it's best to do it first thing in the morning. And If it's your job to eat two frogs, it's best to eat the biggest and ugliest one first. - Mark Twain What is the Frog you need to Eat first thing in the morning to move your life closer to God or family? Life is not about who completes the most maintenance tasks.  What is important is seldom urgent, and what is urgent is seldom important. - Dwight D. Eisenhower --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mensalliancetribe/support

Jan 07
04 min
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War Stories 10: Spirtual Warfare

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Men’s Alliance

Berek ‘Next’ Dostie shares about his warfare with intrusive thoughts and his decision to share this struggle openly with his tribe. When we are doing kingdom work we will be attacked, but in Men’s Alliance we do not struggle alone. Learn More: National Suicide Hotline: 988 Use the ACE method: Ask - Ask questions to determine how they are doing Care - Demonstrate that you care about their situation Escort - Stay with the person until they get help Sponsor: Hawkins Health and Fitness Nick 'Coach' Hawkins Find out more: 804-638-1386 --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mensalliancetribe/support

Feb 29
38 min
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Men in Kid's Ministry…Is That Weird?

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Men’s Alliance

Men in children’s ministry… is that weird??Most churches act like kids’ and youth ministry is “for the ladies.” But what happens when godly men step into kids’ and student ministry on purpose?In this episode, Goose sits down with Warrior, Coach, and Joe McAndrew from LCBC to talk about: • Why it feels weird for men to serve with kids • How the feminization of the church left a gap that men must fill • The power of a present, steady man in a middle school or high school small group • Why you don’t have to teach — you just have to show up and listen • How your past struggles are exactly what some kid needs to hear • What kids today are actually facing: social media, anxiety, school shootings, isolation • How serving with your wife models a godly marriage for both boys and girls • Why deployment after PATCH should include your church’s kids & studentsIf you’ve ever thought:“I’m not a teacher.”“My past is too messy.”“I don’t know what kids are into these days.”…this episode will blow up those excuses.Kids don’t need you to be cool.They don’t need you to know what “skibidi toilet” means.They need you to care, to listen, and to be a solid man of God in the room.👉 If you’re a tribesman wondering where to deploy after PATCH or after your weekly fire, your church’s children’s and student ministry might be your next battlefield.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

Nov 20
1 hr 05 min
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Only 13% of People Are Truly Self-Aware – Are You One of Them? | Ian Cron on Enneagram and 12 Step

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Men’s Alliance

In this episode of the Men’s Alliance Podcast, we dive deep into the world of self-awareness and personal growth with special guest Ian Cron—a New York Times bestselling author, psychotherapist, Enneagram expert, and Episcopal priest. Discover why only 13% of people are genuinely self-aware and how you can break free from the illusion of self-knowledge.Ian breaks down the 9 Enneagram personality types, how to identify yours, and why understanding your core motivations is key to achieving real transformation. We also discuss how the 12 Steps of Recovery offer a powerful framework for anyone—not just addicts—to heal, grow, and improve relationships.💡 Topics covered: • The truth about self-awareness (and why most people lack it) • The 9 Enneagram Types and their core motivations • How the Enneagram can strengthen relationships and leadership skills • The surprising connection between the 12 Steps and spiritual growth📚 Get Ian Cron’s latest book The Fix and take his Enneagram assessment at https://IanMorganCron.com👉 Subscribe and hit the bell for more conversations that help you become a better husband, father, and leader.⚔️ 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

Apr 03
1 hr
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Leadership Lesson 5: Serving with Heroes

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Men’s Alliance

Carey ‘Nollie’ Howard joins the podcast to finish out our series, on leadership lessons from Band of Brothers. The important thing is that leaders are always training their replacements. Nollie also discusses his experience launching a Men’s Alliance tribe, and turning it over to the next leader. Learn More: Band of Brothers series  trailer - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KKRBAFlN5ww SPONSOR Hawkins Health and Fitness Nick 'Coach' Hawkins 804-638-1386 --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mensalliancetribe/support

May 30
1 hr 22 min
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