The Sovereign Man Podcast

EP232: Jack Donovan - The Way Of Men

"If men can't articulate what masculinity is, like what they think is good about it, they are just going to get run over by these people who've spent years studying gender theory."  Strength, courage, mastery, and honour form a solid framework for understanding masculinity. These traits aren't trends or preferences; they are patterns that show up across cultures and eras because they emerge from how men survive, protect, and cooperate. Masculinity is recognized intuitively, measured against who can be relied on under pressure, and reinforced by reputation inside a group that values competence and resolve.  Jack Donovan explain how strength and courage establish trust, mastery earns respect through capability, and honour binds men together through loyalty to shared standards. When men can name these qualities clearly, they're far harder to confuse or dismantle.  Jack is a bestselling author and cultural critic best known for The Way of Men. His work focuses on defining masculine virtues in clear, grounded terms and challenging modern narratives that deny biological and historical realities.  Learn more & connect:  https://www.jack-donovan.com/sowilo/  Book: The Way of Men by Jack Donovan  https://a.co/d/fer8Exm  Also in this episode:  Book: No More Mr. Nice Guy – Robert Glover  https://a.co/d/a8RXXZa  You're invited to come to a Sovereign Circle meeting to experience it for yourself. To learn more, go to https://www.sovereignman.ca/. While you're there, check out the Battle Ready program and check out the store for Sovereign Man t-shirts, hats, and books. 

EP231: Michael Cappa - Trades As A Path To Success For A Man

"People in general, young people need purpose. They need a vision."  Building a trades business teaches discipline, work ethic, and responsibility. Foundational elements for a man. But there's an opportunity that can be built on this experience. Mastery in the trades isn't just about doing the work well; it's about understanding systems, and recognizing where value is created beyond the job itself. Once a man has his 10,000 hours, his perspective changes. His role shifts from worker to authority.  Michael Cappa is a young trades entrepreneur who's building a successful painting business and is now stepping into mentorship, speaking, and industry leadership. His focus is helping tradespeople and young men use skilled work as a vehicle for growth, influence, and long-term impact.  Learn more & connect:   Check out Michael's painting handbook e-Book.  https://drive.google.com/file/d/1xqdgInaUkPYhO_MyFUqYIxpu3QWZ1coW/view  https://altonapainting.com/  You're invited to come to a Sovereign Circle meeting to experience it for yourself. To learn more, go to https://www.sovereignman.ca/. While you're there, check out the Battle Ready program and check out the store for Sovereign Man t-shirts, hats, and books. 

EP230: Eric Axelrod - Why Successful Men Are Part Of A Brotherhood

"When something real comes up in your life, who do you talk to about it?"  Men don't lose their edge because they stop trying—they lose it because they try to do everything alone. Brotherhood creates a space where men are forced to see themselves clearly, confront patterns that no longer serve them, and stay anchored to purpose when life gets unstable. Growth doesn't happen in isolation. It happens when men are challenged, reflected, and held to a higher standard by other men who care enough to tell the truth.  Eric Axelrod talks about his experience with men's work. How men's circles expose blind spots around anger, listening, leadership, and emotional discipline. Brotherhood isn't about advice—it's about being asked the questions that lead you to the answers you need, accountability, and seeing yourself in other men's trials and triumphs.  Professionally, Eric is the founder of Pinnacle Search Professionals, a recruiting firm for the Regulated Industry. He built his company around a simple principle: depth beats breadth. By working within a clear niche and only taking on searches he knows can be filled well, Eric emphasizes discipline, clarity, and follow-through—values that mirror his approach to leadership and men's work. He's deeply involved in men's initiation work and leadership development, helping preserve and carry forward transformational men's training. His focus is on building strong masculine communities where men develop clarity, emotional control, purpose, and resilience—skills that compound over time and impact families, businesses, and future generations.  Learn more & connect:   https://pinnaclesearchprofessionals.com/  Also in this episode:  Justin Sterling Men's Weekend https://www.sterling-institute.com/mens-weekend  Power vs. Force by Dr. David R. Hawkins https://a.co/d/eD4ADPp  No More Mr. Nice Guy by Dr. Robert Glover https://a.co/d/fzyXNMN  You're invited to come to a Sovereign Circle meeting to experience it for yourself. To learn more, go to https://www.sovereignman.ca/. While you're there, check out the Battle Ready program and check out the store for Sovereign Man t-shirts, hats, and books. 

EP229: Eric Edmeades - The Courage Of Your Convictions

"Men have a very tricky responsibility and they have to walk down this very narrow line."  Living with conviction means standing firm when the cost is real—socially, financially, and emotionally. It requires clarity about what matters, a willingness to tolerate discomfort, and the discipline to speak honestly even when silence would be safer. When men lose the courage to say what they believe, the consequences ripple outward—into families, culture, and the next generation.  Eric Edmeades understands the personal price of telling the truth, from navigating family courts to challenging cultural narratives. His insights touch on free speech, fatherhood, responsibility, and the quiet pressure many men feel to self-censor. The conversation moves through politics, culture, health, and masculinity, always returning to the same question: what happens when good men stop standing their ground?  Eric is a globally recognized teacher, entrepreneur, and founder of multiple education and wellness companies, including WildFit. Known for blending evolutionary thinking with modern leadership, he challenges people to think independently, act responsibly, and live with integrity—even when doing so comes at a cost.  Learn more & connect:   Book: The WildFit Way: Proven Principles for Improved Quality of Life, Extended Healthspan, and Easy Weight Loss by Eric Edmeades  IG: @ericedmeades  https://ericedmeades.com/  LI: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ericedmeades/?originalSubdomain=ca  Also in this episode:  Documentary: Love vs. the Law  You're invited to come to a Sovereign Circle meeting to experience it for yourself. To learn more, go to https://www.sovereignman.ca/. While you're there, check out the Battle Ready program and check out the store for Sovereign Man t-shirts, hats, and books. 

EP228: Arpa & Billou - How to Grow A Men's Organization

"Organizations like ours attract people to them when they have standards. Men see an opportunity for themselves to develop and get better and grow."  A strong men's organization, the kind that truly serves men, grows by enforcing a high standard. This creates an environment where men are challenged to rise and attracts the men who are ready to do just that. Invite the right men in, set clear standards, and be willing to remove those who refuse to show up, engage, or improve. When these standards are clear and unwavering, the culture is strong and builds momentum.   This is another Arpa & Billou episode. They revisit how Sovereign Man shifted its context to upgrade the quality of the group, attracting more committed members. Arpa explains how they created a culture of cohesion and trust and ultimately attracted more men who wanted leadership development, brotherhood, and real-world results. Men prepared to do the hard work of looking inside themselves and standing up for their fellow man.  Rob Arpa is a senior council member of Sovereign Man. He's a husband, father and owner/operator of a 7 figure business.  Learn more & connect:   https://www.sovereignman.ca/  Also in this episode:  Book: The Prophet — Kahlil Gibran  You're invited to come to a Sovereign Circle meeting to experience it for yourself. To learn more, go to https://www.sovereignman.ca/. While you're there, check out the Battle Ready program and check out the store for Sovereign Man t-shirts, hats, and books.