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Unleashed
Hosted by Brent Henderson · EN
Each week on Unleashed, Brent Henderson takes you into the wild—through real-life adventures from Alaska to Africa—and brings those stories back to the front lines of where men actually live.
This is a podcast for men who are tired of feeling stuck… tired of chasing approval… and ready to discover who they truly are in Christ.
Brent unpacks the battles every man faces—purpose, identity, anger, lust, shame—and gives you practical, biblical tools to break free from unhealthy thoughts, emotions, and actions.
This isn’t about behavior modification. It’s about transformation.
Because when a man knows who he is… everything changes.
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Dead Men Running
5d ago00:28:08Tap to summarizeIn Episode 151 of the Unleashed Podcast, Brent Henderson launches into a brand-new chapter following the completion of The Big 5 Mankillers series with one of the most powerful and honest episodes yet: “Dead Men Running.”After watching the Netflix series Homeland, Brent was struck by how nearly every character in the show was trapped in lies, fear, hidden pain, compromise, and emotional survival. That observation opened the door to a much deeper conversation about the damage unresolved pain can do to the human heart — and how dishonesty slowly robs men of their peace, freedom, and identity.In this episode:Hidden pain and hidden behaviorWhy dishonesty destroys peaceEmotional burdens men carry silentlyGrace, truth, and spiritual freedomWhat brings dead men back to lifeBrent also shares two unforgettable bowhunting stories from Ohio involving giant whitetail bucks, brutal uphill drags through rough terrain with his friends Wade and Tabb, and a shocking encounter with a wounded buck that appeared dead — until it suddenly exploded back to life.Those stories become powerful metaphors for the burdens men carry, the wounds that knock us down, and the resurrection power of grace that awakens hopeless hearts again.The episode also includes:A troubling dream from a listenerBrent’s own unsettling dreamReflections on shame, truth, and surrenderA challenge for men to stop hiding and start healingIf you’ve ever felt weighed down by regret, shame, fear, hidden struggles, or emotional exhaustion, this episode will speak directly to your heart.Because grace doesn’t just forgive dead men walking…It turns them into dead men running.Subscribe, share this episode, and join the resistance.For speaking events, resources, and Brent’s new book The Big 5 Mankillers: Declawing the Lies of the Enemy, visit:You can order The Big 5 Mankillers now at: https://www.warnerpress.org/the-big-5-mankillers#UnleashedPodcast #DeadMenRunning #MensMinistry #ChristianMen #Brotherhood #Grace #Faith #SpiritualGrowth #Truth #IdentityInChrist
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The Big 5 Mankillers – Final Episode “The Battle Belongs to Brotherhood"
2w ago00:25:14Tap to summarizeIn this milestone 150th episode of the Unleashed Podcast, Brent Henderson closes out The Big 5 Mankillers series with a powerful Memorial Day message on brotherhood, sacrifice, and why men were never meant to fight alone.After walking through the mankillers of lack of purpose, lack of respect, anger, lust, shame, and fear, this final episode reveals one of the greatest weapons God gives men in the battle against the lies of the enemy: a band of brothers.Brent shares stories from bear hunts, Colorado storms, Alaska wilderness survival, near-death moments, and the men who showed up when the bottom fell out of his life in 2007. From Band of Brothers to the Indianapolis 500, from Memorial Day sacrifice to spiritual warfare, this episode is a call for men to stop isolating, start showing up, and fight together.Men don’t just need information. They need transformation. And they need connection.Grab The Big 5 Mankillers: Declawing the Lies of the Enemy at WarnerPress.org. Free shipping is available through June 8, which is a huge savings for men’s groups, churches, and Bible studies.It's go time!
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The Big 5 Mankillers (Part 6) FEAR
3w ago00:26:02Tap to summarizeUNLEASHED PODCAST – EPISODE 149 The Big 5 Mankillers – Part 6: Fear Declawing the Lies of the EnemyFear doesn’t just scare men… it controls them.In Episode 149 of the Unleashed Podcast, Brent Henderson wraps up the Big 5 Mankillers series by exposing one of the deepest roots behind anger, lust, shame, insecurity, emotional withdrawal, pride, and the desperate need for approval: fear.Using powerful personal stories, biblical truth, and real-life examples, Brent unpacks how fear silently shapes the lives of men—keeping them stuck, isolated, defensive, performance-driven, emotionally shut down, and spiritually passive.This episode dives deep into:Fear in marriage and intimacyFear of rejection and not feeling “enough”Fear-driven anger and emotional explosionsChildhood wounds that still affect adult menPerformance, pride, muscles, money, and identityFear of disappointing othersFear-based leadership and controlWhy men hide instead of healRenewing the mind through truthFinding identity in Christ instead of performanceBrent shares deeply personal stories about:Being bullied and humiliated throughout high schoolHow fear drove years of weightlifting, martial arts, and performanceHis quadruple bypass surgery and the fear that followedA terrifying hippo encounter in Africa that perfectly illustrates how fear operates beneath the surfaceMichael Jackson’s abusive relationship with his father and how fear controlled his life for yearsThe subtle danger of finding worth through admiration, success, or validation from othersThis episode also explores how fear affects marriages, communication, pornography struggles, emotional intimacy, and the pressure many men carry silently every single day.One of the most powerful moments in the episode centers around 1 Peter 4:1-2 from The Message translation:“Then you’ll be able to live out your days free to pursue what God wants instead of being tyrannized by what you want.”That word…tyrannized.That’s exactly what fear tries to do.But through renewing the mind and learning to identify the lies of the enemy, men can begin walking in freedom, courage, truth, and purpose.Fear can either stand for:Forget Everything And Runor…Face Everything And Roar.The Big 5 Mankillers officially releases this week through Warner Press, along with a FREE downloadable facilitator’s guide for men willing to lead a group.Because changed men really do change men.#UnleashedPodcast #Big5Mankillers #Fear #ChristianMen #MensMinistry #IdentityInChrist #SpiritualWarfare #RenewYourMind #Masculinity #Faith #Courage #MentalHealth #ChristianPodcast #BrentHenderson #MensBibleStudy #Purpose #FearAndFaith
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The Big 5 Mankillers (Part 5): Shame
4w ago00:19:48Tap to summarizeThe Big 5 Mankillers (Part 5): Shame – The Silent Killer Destroying Men in the Dark | Ep. 148📝 DESCRIPTIONShame doesn’t shout… it stalks.In Part 5 of The Big 5 Mankillers, Brent Henderson exposes how shame operates like a predator—isolating men, hiding truth, and silently destroying identity from the inside out.Using the image of the African leopard, Brent reveals how the enemy doesn’t just attack… he exposes, humiliates, and convinces you to keep your struggles hidden. And as long as you stay hidden—you stay defeated.This episode covers:Why shame is the enemy’s most effective weaponThe difference between conviction and condemnationHow hiding your struggles keeps you stuckHow to break free and step into truthIf you’ve ever felt disqualified, unworthy, or trapped by your past… this one is for you.👉 You are not what you’ve done. You are who God says you are.🔗 NEXT STEPSIf this episode impacted you, share it with another man.To support this ministry: 👉 unleashed.men → About → DonateThe Big 5 Mankillers releases May 19th through Warner Press. Don’t just read it—lead a group through it.
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The Big 5 Mankillers (Part 4) Lust
May 400:19:36Tap to summarizeLust isn’t the problem—it’s the symptom.In Part 4 of The Big 5 Mankillers series, Brent Henderson takes an honest and powerful look at one of the most common struggles men face: lust. But instead of just addressing behavior, this episode uncovers the deeper issue—identity, misplaced desire, and the lies we believe about what will truly satisfy us.Through real-life stories, including a personal childhood experience and a powerful illustration called “God’s Invisible Dog Fence,” Brent shows how lust is often a warning sign that something deeper is off—and how ignoring that warning can lead to destruction in areas like marriage, relationships, and purpose. You’ll also hear:Why lust is more than just a sexual issueHow men and women both experience lust in different waysWhat the Bible says about lust (Matthew 5:28, 1 John 2:16)The “rhino rolling” story and why untrained strength leads to destructionHow to recognize emotional warning signs before crossing the lineThe difference between guilt and shame—and why it mattersHow to begin renewing your mind and walking in freedomIf you’ve ever struggled with pornography, comparison, temptation, or feeling like your thoughts disqualify you—this episode will challenge and equip you to see what’s really going on and take your next step forward.👉 This is Part 4 of the Big 5 Mankillers series.The book The Big 5 Mankillers releases May 19. You can pre-order your copy at Warner Press for yourself or your men’s group—and if you order before Father’s Day, you’ll receive free shipping.🔥 CALL TO ACTIONIf this podcast is helping you grow, please subscribe, leave a review, and share it with another man who needs to hear it.To support the mission of Unleashed and help us reach more men, visit: 👉 https://unleashed.men (About → Donate)Because changed men… change men.
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The Big 5 Mankillers (Part 3): Anger
Apr 2700:22:50Tap to summarizeEpisode 146: The Big 5 Mankillers (Part 3) – AngerAnger doesn’t usually show up all at once—it attaches quietly, feeds slowly, and before you know it, it’s controlling your thoughts, your reactions, and your relationships.In Part 3 of The Big 5 Mankillers series, Brent Henderson exposes anger for what it really is: not the problem, but the symptom of something deeper. Using real stories—from a hidden tick after a turkey hunt to a charging Cape buffalo in Africa—this episode reveals how anger operates beneath the surface and why ignoring it can lead to serious damage.Most men either explode or shut down. One is loud, the other is silent—but both are driven by the same internal battle. And if it’s not dealt with at the root, anger doesn’t go away… it spreads.In this episode, you’ll learn how to:• Identify what’s really fueling your anger • Recognize the lies driving your reactions • Break the cycle of emotional triggers • Renew your mind using biblical truth • Respond with strength instead of reacting in the momentBrent walks through the proven F.I.G.H.T. framework:Find the negative emotion Identify the unhealthy thought Get the truth Hold the lie up to the truth Track your transformationThis isn’t about becoming passive—it’s about becoming dangerous for good.Because the real fight isn’t against people… it’s the battle within.If anger has been quietly taking ground in your life, this episode will help you take it back.New Release Coming May 19 The Big 5 Mankillers – an 8-week men’s Bible study designed to help you break free from the lies of the enemy and step into your God-given identity. Order between May 19 and Father’s Day for free shipping through Warner Press.If you’d like to support the mission of Unleashed, you can give at: unleashed.men (About → Donate)
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The Big 5 Mankillers: Mankiller #2 – Lack of Respect
Apr 2000:21:04Tap to summarizeWhat happens when a man no longer feels respected?In this episode of Unleashed, Brent Henderson continues the Big 5 Mankillers series by exposing one of the most silent and dangerous threats men face—lack of respect.Every man feels it. Few talk about it. And even fewer understand what it’s actually doing beneath the surface.When respect is missing, something inside a man begins to break. Some men get loud. Others shut down. Some chase validation. Others isolate. But underneath it all is the same cry: Do I still matter?In this episode, Brent unpacks:Why lack of respect cuts so deeply into a man’s identityHow men unknowingly tie their worth to how others treat themThe connection between disrespect, anger, lust, and isolationA powerful scene from Tombstone that reveals how men try to earn respect the wrong wayBrent’s personal story of losing identity after stepping away from the stageThe difference between respect that is earned and identity that is given by GodHow to stop performing for respect and start living from who you truly areYou’ll also hear real-life moments from Brent’s recent conversations with men—military, aviation, and everyday life—who discovered just how fragile identity becomes when it’s built on titles instead of truth.Because here’s the reality: Respect is powerful… but it makes a terrible god.If you’ve ever felt overlooked, dismissed, or like you’re not enough, this episode will challenge you to stop chasing approval and start anchoring your identity in Christ.Call to Action: If this episode hit home, share it with another man who needs to hear it. Follow, subscribe, and join the movement—because when a man knows who he is in Christ, he becomes dangerous… for good.
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The Big 5 Mankillers (Part 1): Lack of Purpose
Apr 1300:23:44Tap to summarizeWhat if the greatest threat to a man’s life isn’t failure… but lack of purpose?In Episode 144 of the Unleashed Podcast, Brent Henderson launches a powerful five-week series based on The Big 5 Mankillers: Declawing the Lies of the Enemy. This first episode tackles the #1 mankiller—lack of purpose—and how it quietly erodes a man’s identity, motivation, and direction.Through gripping storytelling—including a real-life African rhino encounter and unforgettable moments from First Blood and Braveheart—Brent exposes the two dangerous ways purposelessness shows up: drifting in apathy… or driving endlessly in pursuit of more.Different paths. Same destination.At the core of both is a lie many men carry: “I’m not enough.”In this episode, you’ll discover:Why so many men feel stuck, restless, or unfulfilledHow waiting seasons may actually be preparation—not punishmentWhere true purpose really comes from (and where it doesn’t)Why your past doesn’t disqualify you from your callingIf you’ve ever felt like there has to be more… this episode will hit home.You were created on purpose… for a purpose.Next Steps: Learn more about The Big 5 Mankillers (early release + free shipping): warnerpress.org/the-big-5-mankillersSupport the mission of Unleashed Men: unleashed.men (About → Donate)
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My Soul Longs for the Wilderness
Apr 600:18:06Tap to summarizeEpisode Title: My Soul Longs for the WildernessWhat if the longing you feel deep in your soul isn’t random… but a calling?In this powerful and deeply personal episode of Unleashed, Brent Henderson opens up about an unexpected emotional response to a TV series—and how it revealed something far deeper: a buried grief, a longing for the wilderness, and a realization that changed everything.Through vivid stories of elk hunting in the mountains of Colorado, quiet mornings in a remote cabin, close encounters with wildlife, and unforgettable moments in the wild, Brent takes you on a journey into the places that make a man come alive.But this episode goes beyond the outdoors.It dives into:The ache many men feel but can’t explainThe loss we carry but never fully grieveThe parts of ourselves that remain unknown—even to those closest to usAnd the deeper truth behind why the wilderness calls to usAt the center of it all is a powerful shift: 👉 It’s not just about being known… 👉 It’s about being invited to truly know God.With raw honesty, spiritual insight, and a challenge that will stir your soul, this episode will push you to ask:What makes me come alive?Where have I settled?What is my soul really thirsting for?If you’ve ever felt the pull of the mountains, the wild, or something more… this episode is for you.
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The Peace Robbers: What’s Stealing Your Peace (And How to Take It Back)
Mar 3000:42:28Tap to summarizeUNLEASHED PODCAST – EPISODE 142The Peace Robbers: What’s Stealing Your Peace (And How to Take It Back)Have you felt it lately?Not full-blown anxiety. Not even stress. Just… unsettled.Like something’s off—but you can’t quite put your finger on it.You’re not alone.In this powerful episode of Unleashed, Brent Henderson and Kevin Huff expose the silent forces robbing men of their peace—everything from political division and global conflict to social media, work pressure, family stress, and the constant noise of everyday life.Because here’s the truth: Your peace isn’t just disappearing… it’s being stolen.And if you don’t recognize what’s taking it, you can’t take it back.🔥 In This Episode, You’ll Discover:Why you feel “off” even when nothing seems wrongHow social media, politics, and world events are quietly draining your peaceThe difference between good tension and the kind that destroys your soulWhy most men avoid stillness—and what shows up when they don’tThe powerful distinction between stillness and lazinessHow busyness overwhelms you—but passivity haunts youWhy isolation and digital connection are sabotaging real peaceHow brotherhood and time with God restore clarity and directionPractical ways to take your peace back and build a life of rhythm, not chaosThis episode also introduces Brent’s upcoming book, The Big Five Man Killers—an 8-week study releasing May 13th, just ahead of Father’s Day—designed to help men identify and fight the very things destroying their peace, purpose, and identity.⚔️ If you’ve been feeling overwhelmed, distracted, disconnected, or just not yourself…This episode will help you understand why—and show you how to fight back.🙏 Stick around to the end…Brent shares a powerful personal story involving his hit song Peace Be Still—and closes the episode with the song itself as a reminder that true peace isn’t found when the storm stops… it’s found when your soul does.🔁 SHARE THIS EPISODEKnow a man who’s carrying too much right now? Send this to him.💥 SUPPORT THE MISSIONIf this podcast is impacting your life, consider supporting at: 👉 https://www.unleashed.men/about/donate
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