Today we respond to an image of masculinity that has been adopted and admired by millions of men today but is toxic to their lives as well as society. Andrew Tate has gained billions of views and created an online program called Hustler’s University that brought in over 150,000 men paying to learn how to become millionaires and get women. John and Devin are joined by a phenomenal guest and professional martial arts instructor, Jim O’Day, to discuss how this version of masculinity destroys men’s lives and keeps them trapped in boyhood. In addition, we also answer a listener’s question about da ..read more

The man who never made a mistake never made anything. Likewise, the man who never takes a risk never gets ahead. Whether it is starting your own business, getting engaged, pursuing your dream career, getting a great education, or achieving athletic greatness, if you don’t take a risk you don’t take the prize. This is why the story of Peter walking on the waves is one of my favorite encounters with Christ. Despite the storms, Peter had to get up, see the situation, hear the call of Christ and risk everything to go wave walking. In every area of life, to succeed taking a risk is necessary, and ..read more

We hear a lot about the Good News today, but we do not hear much about the bad news. However, as Peter Kreeft has stated, without the bad news, the good news is meaningless. Sin is not spoken of frequently enough, glossed over, and sometimes outright ignored. We all know that the secular world champions vice and acts as if it is virtue, and while this complete reversal might not affect you totally, it likely has lessened the degree to which you despise sin in your life. Today we go into sin, what it is, what it is not, and two devastating ways that men often deal with sin in their lives. As w ..read more

In the grand theme of life, we are called to be great men. Throughout our journey, we encounter individuals of deep character and integrity, men who have realized their fullest potential. When we encounter such individuals, we aspire to emulate their virtues, desiring a life that mirrors their example. Yet, when we turn our gaze inward and reflect on our own lives amidst the constant struggle and the haze of uncertainty, grappling with our shortcomings and lack of motivation, we can easily succumb to discouragement and complacency. Today’s episode unveils 8 pillars of strength and virtue, eac ..read more

Today we sit down with Patrick O’Hearn and Bryan Feger, co-authors of “The Grief of Dads: Support and Hope for Catholic Fathers Navigating Child Loss.” to discuss the loss of a child and the lasting effects it has on men. Drawing from their personal experiences of enduring multiple miscarriages, Patrick and Bryan offer a poignant exploration of the often-overlooked grief experienced by fathers in the wake of child loss. In this heartfelt conversation, they delve into the emotional, physical, and spiritual journey of fathers navigating miscarriage, stillbirth, and the loss of a child of any ag ..read more

There is one man who is a model of strength for all men. For our 150th episode, we go into 5 principles that guided this man’s life and that every man alive can learn from. These 5 principles carry great weight and power to improve and better our lives. Generations will continue to study how this man lived and turn to him for guidance. Consecration Prayer – https://catholicgentleman.com/2023/03/consecration-prayer-to-st-joseph/ We love to answer questions on the show. If you have any questions that we can answer on the show, please, send your questions to us at podcast@catholicgentleman.com ..read more

Lent is a time where the virtue of temperance gets lots of nods.  Philosopher Josef Pieper called temperance “selfless self-denial.”  This formulation helps us understand this virtue, because many people can be said to have denied themselves comfort or ease for the sake of something, but looking deeper that “something” is very often the self.  To deny yourself, say, the comforts of food so that you look good at the beach would be “selfish self-denial.”  To lie in a gutter of sewage for hours to wait for the chance to rob a rich man is selfish self ..read more

In this episode, my guest is Anthony D’Ambrosio, a director and screenwriter for the new film on St. Maximilian Kolbe, Triumph of the Heart. We discuss how the saints can bring you back from the brink of despair and hopelessness to deep faith amidst the darkest times in your life. Anthony shares his story that begins with a debilitating infection, insomnia, and practical atheism to finding St. Maximilian Kolbe and ultimately creating a high-end motion picture about his last days in Auschwitz. If you do not know St. Maximilian Kolbe, you have to listen to this episode. If you do know him, you ..read more

Why do we crave comfort so fervently? Jordan Peterson and Andrew Huberman have gained fame by dissecting the pitfalls of pursuing comfort. They offer a roadmap out of the rut many find themselves in, emphasizing the crucial role of discipline. Undoubtedly, discipline is essential, yet it alone cannot propel you to the heights of success. Today, we delve into why discipline, while necessary, is just one piece of the puzzle – whether it’s advancing in life or battling demons. We show that without hope, discipline falls short in sculpting the best man you can become. Listen to discover how to tr ..read more

Jesus reveals that true manhood loses itself for the beloved.  But what if we don’t see others as exactly loveable, let alone “beloved”?  If you are having trouble really loving, perhaps you’re having trouble seeing.  We look at humanity and the humans that make it up (even those close to us) and see sin, error, ugliness – but God saw a prize worth dying for.  Maybe the problem with your lack of love is a blurred vision.   We want to be free from looks of lust, and other utilitarian distortions, and see the world, and especially those close to us, as good and beau ..read more