We live in a strange time. Left and right, coast to coast, self-radicalized gunmen are terrorizing quiet neighborhoods. Hackers are compromising bank records and government databases. Natural disasters are increasing at a dramatic rate. In this episode, Stephen offers a quick manual for staying strong amidst the unexpected, and how to pass along these lessons to those near and dear to you.[button size=’large’ style=” text=’SUBSCRIBE ON ITUNES’ icon=” icon_color=” link=’https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/stephen-mansfield-podcast/id433416409?mt=2?mt=2′ target=’_blank’ color=” hover_color=” border_color=” hover_border_color=” background_color=” hover_background_color=” font_style=’normal’[read more]

Did you know that more Americans have died from guns since 1968 than have died in all wars combined? Did you know that in the approximately 72 hours between the Orlando shooting and the recording of this episode, there were 93 additional gun-related deaths in America, including four children? In the wake of America’s most deadly mass-shooting, Stephen offers 10 truths for us to remember through this common tragedy. Note: Since this was recorded on Tuesday, June 15, some evidence has[read more]

Sebastian Junger not only wrote The Perfect Storm which inspired the movie starring George Clooney and Mark Wahlberg, but he has written arguably the best book and produced the best documentary about men in war. He has just released Tribe, which begins as a look at soldiers returning from war and becomes a wise, insightful examination of how modern society works against community, belonging and even the idea of home.

Stephen believes that Junger’s new book fits perfectly with what[read more]

Just in time for the start of summer, Stephen lists his favorite podcasts. You’ll learn all about what he listens to that helps him understand politics better, that helps him be a better man, that helps him with his spiritual life, and that even helps him use his Apple technology more skillfully. You’ll learn how to learn more enjoyably in this romp through Stephen’s list of some of the best podcasts available:
MacMost Now
EntreLeadership Podcast
The Art of Manliness
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Greatness is often associated today with wealth, talent and fame. Yet the great lives of history reveal a different story. True greatness comes from defending a defenseless people, giving voice to those who have no voice, or helping to strengthen the weak. In this sense, greatness comes not from fame, talent nor wealth, but rather from giving oneself to a people or cause without hope of personal gain. In this podcast, Stephen explores this theme and urges us all to[read more]

Summer’s here, and that means it’s time for Stephen’s summer reading list. From historical fiction to politically-charged social narrative, tune in to get turned on to the best available books for the summer season.
Tribe: On Homecoming and Belonging: Sebastian Junger
Between the World and Me: Ta-Nehisi Coates
Necessary Endings: Henry Cloud
The Tribune: Patrick Larkin
Ask the Question: Why We Must Demand Religious Clarity from Our Presidential Candidates: Stephen Mansfield
Mansfield’s Book of Manly Men: Stephen Mansfield[button[read more]

In one of our nation’s most notable—and most brutal—primary elections, the verdict seems to be out: Donald Trump on the right vs. Hillary Clinton on the left. So what does that mean for you? In this informative episode, Stephen lays out what is (probably) to come for the remaining months in terms of the faiths, platforms and political strategies of two very disliked candidates.[button size=’large’ style=” text=’SUBSCRIBE ON ITUNES’ icon=” icon_color=” link=’https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/stephen-mansfield-podcast/id433416409?mt=2?mt=2′ target=’_blank’ color=” hover_color=” border_color=” hover_border_color=” background_color=”[read more]

Stephen is often asked how a person who can’t write or who doesn’t have time to write can get their story on the page. Well, there are firms that specialize in helping people get their story told, their information recounted engagingly, even their family histories captured for generations yet unborn. One of these firms is headed by Beverly Mansfield. In this podcast, Stephen interviews Beverly about this sometimes overlooked part of the publishing industry, a part increasing numbers of[read more]

In a continuation of his last podcast, Stephen explores the biggest lessons he learned from speaking at a TED event. As he states it, “We are living in a knowledge revolution and the future belongs to those skilled in self-education.” Stephen urges us to understand the revolution we are living through and to use it to both succeed in our professions and to enjoy life more fully.[button size=’large’ style=” text=’SUBSCRIBE ON ITUNES’ icon=” icon_color=” link=’https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/stephen-mansfield-podcast/id433416409?mt=2?mt=2′ target=’_blank’ color=” hover_color=”[read more]

Stephen recently spoke at a TED event and learned a great deal about effective speaking. He also learned a great deal about how to improve his own approach to speaking. In this humorous but insightful podcast, he lists the lessons he learned and describes how we can all apply those lessons to our own communicating:

1) You Can Always Get Better; 2) Brevity is Best; 3) Clarity is Everything; 4) Flood the Senses; 5) Practice Sets You Free; 6) Packaging[read more]