In this episode, I sit down with Tanner Wendell to talk about something that is often overlooked but critically important in the development of young boys: rites of passage.

The years between 10 and 13 are a turning point. A window where boys begin asking deeper questions about who they are, what it means to be a man, and where they belong. When that moment is missed or left unaddressed, many boys grow up without the clarity and confidence they need.

We explore why intentional rites of passage matter, what is at stake when they are absent, and how parents, especially fathers, can step into this season with purpose and leadership. This is about helping young men feel guided and initiated into a life of responsibility and meaning.

If you are raising a son, working with young men, or care about the next generation, this is a conversation that matters.

Tanner can be found at:

IG: https://www.instagram.com/tanner.wendell/

W: https://ironwood2026.com/