The Rise of Man by Mandos

Charles is a former lineman turned entrepreneur who tasted fast success—but it came at a steep cost. After building a booming trucking business, his health collapsed, his personal life crumbled, and his identity fell apart. At rock bottom, a single phone call sparked a turning point. He left Texas for California, recommitted to his faith, turned his health into a mission, and found new purpose in real estate—helping families and investors grow generational wealth. Now, Charles leads with clarity, connection, and conviction. This is a story about loss, redemption, and rebuilding your identity from the ground up. #RiseUp #MandosMen #FaithInTheFire #BuiltNotBought #IdentityRebuilt #RealEstateWithPurpose

Greg is a veteran, a West Point grad, and the founder of Lunar Branding—one of the leading custom merchandise branding companies in the country. He joins the podcast to share his story, rooted in generations of military service and shaped through the disciplined life of a cadet. From enduring the rigorous halls of West Point, to facing a near-paralyzing injury, to serving a tour in Afghanistan, Greg’s journey has been defined by pressure, resilience, and unwavering grit. Through it all, he learned what it means to lead with integrity and stay grounded under stress. Today, he brings that same mindset and execution to Lunar—leading with discipline, purpose, and vision. This is a story about legacy, resilience, and the bold vision of an entrepreneurial veteran. #LessonsFromAVeteran #RiseUp #MandosMen #LunarBranding #VeteranStrong

Anton, founder of Guardian Security and one of the most respected names in professional protection, joins the podcast to share his extraordinary journey—from a painful childhood to the high-stakes world of celebrity security. He went from the fast-paced grind of Wall Street to protecting high-profile clients like 50 Cent, where he was shot in the line of duty—but even that couldn’t slow him down. Built different from the start, he went on to build a world-class company grounded in faith, discipline, and brotherhood. This is a raw, powerful story about grit, purpose, and never backing down. #RiseUp #MandosMen #Guardian #BrotherhoodStrong

Armond, a seasoned loan officer with over a decade of experience and 1000+ transactions under his belt, joins the podcast to talk about what really moves the needle—authenticity, persistence, and purpose. We dive into building a career on real relationships, the long game of personal branding, and why fatherhood is the ultimate reminder of what truly matters. Armond brings the kind of wisdom you only get from showing up every day—for your clients, your family, and yourself. No fluff, no façade—just straight talk on winning in life and business by staying true to who you are. #RiseUp #MandosMen #AuthenticWins #LeadWithHeart

Narbeh, founder of Performance Academy, joins the podcast to break down the keys to longevity, strength, and balance. As a fitness trainer, entrepreneur, and father of twin girls, he’s living proof that you can dominate in the gym, in business, and at home. We talk moving athletically for life, building a resilient body, and showing up for your family while growing your empire. No gimmicks, no shortcuts—just real strategies for mastering your health and longevity. #RiseUp #MandosMen #StayStrong #LeadByExample

Nick, CEO of Mandos, joins the podcast to talk all things men’s health, brotherhood, and the pursuit of strength. From optimizing testosterone and building a powerful physique to the primal lessons of hunting and the grind of launching a startup, we dive deep into what it means to be a modern man. No shortcuts, no excuses—just real talk on leveling up in every aspect of life. #RiseUp #Masculinity