The New Adam Podcast w/ Man in the Mirror

Ken Burchfiel is a research fellow at the Institute for Family Studies and one of the authors of America's Demoralized Men, a two-part study built on a national survey of 2,000 men aged 18 to 29. Brett Clemmer and Jeremy Schurke of Man in the Mirror sat down with him to talk through what the study found and how it lines up with our own report, The State of Young Men in America.

Read the IFS reports:
Part I: Worthy Aspirations, Trying Circumstances
Part II: Lost Pathways, Greater Struggles

Read The State of Young Men in America: https://maninthemirror.org/soym/

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Why are more young men showing up at church than young women, and what does that reveal about the future of ministry?

In this episode of The New Adam Podcast, Ryan Reeves and Jake Corn dig into the surprising data behind the rise in young men attending church regularly, the types of churches drawing them in, and what they’re actually looking for when they walk through the doors.
From traditional marriage and direct preaching to men’s ministry, discipleship, and the need for real brotherhood in a post-digital world, this conversation gets into what’s really happening beneath the trends.

Ryan and Jake also explore why churches that focus on clear gospel content, meaningful involvement, and genuine relationships may be better positioned to reach the next generation of men.
If you’re a pastor, church leader, or just curious about the shifting landscape of faith and culture, this one is worth your time.

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Unlock the secret to transforming men's lives through authentic brotherhood and biblical leadership. If you’ve ever wondered how community, discipline, and faith can turn a struggling man into a powerful impact player, this episode is your blueprint.

Warren Mainard, president of Impact Players, shares the inspiring genesis story rooted in the book Man in the Mirror by Patrick Morley. Discover how a simple idea—men coming together—became a nationwide movement that now empowers hundreds of men across the globe.

Warren reveals the core principles behind Impact Hard, their groundbreaking 75-day challenge that combines physical, emotional, and spiritual growth with real community. Find out how this program taps into men’s natural bonding instincts—shoulder to shoulder rather than face to face—to forge lasting connections that fuel transformation.

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A lot of the current conversation around men leaving the church completely misses the point. It’s not about a lack of interest or commitment—it’s that men are tired of being asked to just sit still and be passive observers.

In this episode, we want to talk about the growing disconnect between what the modern church model expects and what men actually need. We look at why the standard, spectator-style Sunday routine feels so hollow, the shift in how men are engaged (or not engaged) in these spaces, and what it actually looks like to build an environment that challenges men rather than just pacifying them.

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In this episode, Ryan and Jake break down a critical issue facing men today: our obsession with daily optimization and our complete inability to pull back the throttle. Whether you're dealing with standard injuries, chasing vanity, or using the gym as a coping mechanism for mental health, the reality is that ignoring your body’s need for rest is a recipe for a crash.

We dive into what it truly means to steward the temple God gave you, why true discipline includes sabbath rest, and how a healthy lifestyle is ultimately about protecting your ability to serve your family and community.

We also tackle the creeping dangers of modern dopamine addictions—from social media traps to the rise of sports gambling among young men—and discuss how a deliberate "dopamine reset" can clear your mind and restore your focus on what actually matters.

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Ryan sits down with Jake Corn to talk about how Christian men should think about the noise — UFO headlines, online controversies, the endless churn of viral debates. It's a conversation about discernment, curiosity, and keeping our heads (and our faith) steady when the internet keeps trying to pull them in every direction.

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Brett Clemmer shares the personal story of his mother’s recent passing and reflects on how we can honor a parent’s legacy while navigating the reality of grief.

We hope this perspective offers encouragement and a reminder that a mother's influence doesn't end when her journey does.

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In this eye-opening episode, Man in the Mirror founder, Pat Morley sits down with Brett to unpack startling new research on the state of young men in America in 2026. As the cultural landscape shifts, the data reveals a generation of "Builders" (men aged 20–45) facing a silent crisis of isolation, screen addiction, and a fundamental questioning of what it even means to be a man.

Brett shares highlights from the latest State of Young Men report, revealing statistics that Pat describes as "staggering" and "heartbreaking." They move beyond the numbers to discuss how the church can pivot from "come and be discipled" to "go and make disciples."

In this episode, Ryan Reeves and Jake Corn sit down to diagnose why so much modern preaching leaves men entirely unfed. We break down the crucial difference between "Topical" sermons (cherry-picking verses to fit a pre-determined theme) and "Exegetical" sermons (letting the ancient text dictate the message, even when it's uncomfortable).

Beyond the pulpit, Ryan and Jake catch up on the current "terrain" of real life—navigating the heavy transitions of the spring season and how to build actual, grounded habits for Easter that go beyond wearing a pastel shirt on Sunday morning.

In this episode, Ryan Reeves sits down with Luke Detraz, founder of Field & Faith, to discuss the tectonic shifts facing men in 2026. Luke shares his personal journey from navigating identity wounds to the mission behind his new book, The War for Men.

We dive deep into why so many men today feel "functionally invisible" in their own social circles. Luke argues that rebuilding a man starts from the inside out—addressing the "Generational Ghosts"  and the father wounds that often dictate our modern tensions. Whether you are navigating a career transition, family loss, or the weight of isolation, this conversation provides a tactical map for finding your footing again.

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