Think you’re cut out to be an entrepreneur? Think again.
In Episode 29 of Making a Man, legendary business leader John Hewitt—founder of Jackson Hewitt, Liberty Tax, and Loyalty Brands—reveals hard truths about success, faith in business, and why most people fail at franchising. A must-listen for anyone serious about building a business that lasts. 

In Episode 28 of Making a Man, father and son duo Kevin and Axel share a powerful and entertaining conversation about growing up, motivation, and leadership. Axel opens up about school struggles, learning from failure, and his dreams of becoming a CEO, while Kevin offers life advice, parenting insights, and lessons from the 80s.

This episode covers topics like teen discipline, youth leadership development, the role of AI in education, and how activities like skateboarding and guitar can teach resilience. Ideal for parents raising boys, educators, and anyone interested in real conversations about personal growth and modern parenting.

If you enjoy podcasts like The Diary of a CEO, Modern Wisdom, or Armchair Expert, this episode offers a similar mix of humor, heart, and helpful takeaways for families and young men.

 Discover powerful leadership lessons with Jonathan Bowman-Perks, former British Army officer and global executive coach. In this episode of Making a Man, we explore grit, mentorship, overcoming failure, and how young men can grow into strong, purpose-driven leaders. 

 Retired Navy SEAL Rich Diviney joins the Making a Man podcast to share powerful tools for resilience, leadership, and mental performance. Learn about the Two-Minute Rule, mastering uncertainty, and what it really takes to lead. A must-listen for anyone seeking personal growth, stress management, and high-performance habits. 

 Discover powerful life lessons from Wharton grad and entrepreneur Aaron Lazaro in this inspiring father-son podcast episode. Learn about overcoming setbacks, mindset shifts, leadership, and the underrated power of humor. Perfect for fans of The Tim Ferriss Show and The Diary of a CEO. 

 Army veteran Mike Erwin shares leadership lessons, mental resilience tips, and powerful veteran success stories from Team RWB in this inspiring podcast episode. 

 Ex-D1 athlete Isaiah Baker shares his journey from Wall Street to small business ownership in this inspiring episode of the Making a Man podcast. 

Discover the inspiring journey of Luke Freshwater — from bomb squad leader to bestselling children's author and bison farmer. Learn powerful lessons on courage, leadership, parenting, and facing life’s storms.

 Discover how college student Declan Voorhees built a thriving car detailing business while studying finance and entrepreneurship. Learn about work ethic, networking, and student success on the Making a Man podcast. 

 In this heartfelt one-on-one episode, Axel and Kevin sit down for a meaningful father-son chat that covers real family moments and big life lessons. From navigating their family’s first breakup to unpacking the power of asking better questions, this episode is packed with wisdom, laughs, and honest reflection.