<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><rss xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" version="2.0" xmlns:itunes="http://www.itunes.com/dtds/podcast-1.0.dtd" xmlns:psc="http://podlove.org/simple-chapters" xmlns:podcast="https://podcastindex.org/namespace/1.0"><channel><title><![CDATA[The Man Mode]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Man Mode Podcast is where men’s stories take center stage. We dive deep into the realities of Manhood, Fatherhood, and Faith — the struggles, the victories, and everything in between. Whether you’re a dad, a husband, or simply a man searching for purpose, this podcast is for you.

Each episode features real conversations with everyday men and special guests, tackling topics most guys don’t talk about openly: identity, emotions, resilience, relationships, and what it truly means to be a man in today’s world.

No filters. No clichés. Just raw, honest talk designed to encourage, challenge, and inspire you to step fully into YOUR Man Mode.]]></description><link>https://riverside.com</link><generator>Riverside.fm (https://riverside.com)</generator><lastBuildDate>Sun, 18 Oct 2026 06:10:03 GMT</lastBuildDate><atom:link href="https://api.riverside.com/hosting/zFzGO5fN.rss" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml"/><author><![CDATA[Ryder Miears]]></author><pubDate>Wed, 03 Sep 2025 22:08:07 GMT</pubDate><copyright><![CDATA[2026 Ryder Miears]]></copyright><language><![CDATA[en]]></language><ttl>60</ttl><category><![CDATA[Mental Health]]></category><category><![CDATA[Christianity]]></category><itunes:author>Ryder Miears</itunes:author><itunes:summary>The Man Mode Podcast is where men’s stories take center stage. We dive deep into the realities of Manhood, Fatherhood, and Faith — the struggles, the victories, and everything in between. Whether you’re a dad, a husband, or simply a man searching for purpose, this podcast is for you.

Each episode features real conversations with everyday men and special guests, tackling topics most guys don’t talk about openly: identity, emotions, resilience, relationships, and what it truly means to be a man in today’s world.

No filters. No clichés. Just raw, honest talk designed to encourage, challenge, and inspire you to step fully into YOUR Man Mode.</itunes:summary><itunes:type>episodic</itunes:type><itunes:owner><itunes:name>Ryder Miears</itunes:name><itunes:email>rmiears95@gmail.com</itunes:email></itunes:owner><itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit><itunes:category text="Health &amp; Fitness"><itunes:category text="Mental Health"/></itunes:category><itunes:category text="Religion &amp; Spirituality"><itunes:category text="Christianity"/></itunes:category><itunes:image href="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/8a8ea385-062e-4fe0-9938-325896ce4b1d/logos/5f162936-51fa-4eb3-b39f-a3f6a49c0364.png"/><item><title><![CDATA[A Pastor's Testimony: Burt Wallace]]></title><description><![CDATA[<p>In this conversation, Burt Wallace shares his transformative journey from a life of selfishness and struggles to a committed faith in Christ. He emphasizes the importance of men taking on their biblical roles as leaders in their families and communities, advocating for a return to biblical principles in today's society. Burt's testimony highlights the power of accountability, the role of the Holy Spirit, and the necessity of understanding one's responsibilities as a man of faith. The discussion also touches on the challenges faced by churches in effectively discipling men and the need for a strong foundation in scripture to guide leadership. In this conversation, Burt Wallace and Ryder Miears discuss the importance of biblical correction, accountability among men, and the need for boldness in preaching the truth. They explore the concept of surrendering to God's will, the significance of living by the truth rather than personal truths, and the legacy one should aim to leave for future generations. The discussion emphasizes the necessity of creating brotherhoods rooted in Christ and the role of discipleship in building a strong faith community.</p><p></p>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">85aee102-5d49-4288-90bc-fbabbe1381e1</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Ryder Miears]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Mon, 20 Oct 2025 11:00:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.riverside.com/hosting-analytics/media/36c7c824d58bda81f592d4e15bbffe44301a30efd597d5877adf45e2f3045c8c/eyJlcGlzb2RlSWQiOiI4NWFlZTEwMi01ZDQ5LTQyODgtOTBiYy1mYmFiYmUxMzgxZTEiLCJwb2RjYXN0SWQiOiI4YThlYTM4NS0wNjJlLTRmZTAtOTkzOC0zMjU4OTZjZTRiMWQiLCJhY2NvdW50SWQiOiI2ODhhNjQ4ZmM3ODdhZGM2MGNiYzdlMjEiLCJwYXRoIjoibWVkaWEvY2xpcHMvNjhlMmRjNDYxYTA5ODEwYTI3MzczMWU3L3J5ZGVycy1zdHVkaW8tNFpCVm8tY29tcG9zZXItMjAyNS0xMC01X18yMi01OS01MC5tcDMifQ==.mp3" length="66196453" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:summary>&lt;p&gt;In this conversation, Burt Wallace shares his transformative journey from a life of selfishness and struggles to a committed faith in Christ. He emphasizes the importance of men taking on their biblical roles as leaders in their families and communities, advocating for a return to biblical principles in today&apos;s society. Burt&apos;s testimony highlights the power of accountability, the role of the Holy Spirit, and the necessity of understanding one&apos;s responsibilities as a man of faith. The discussion also touches on the challenges faced by churches in effectively discipling men and the need for a strong foundation in scripture to guide leadership. In this conversation, Burt Wallace and Ryder Miears discuss the importance of biblical correction, accountability among men, and the need for boldness in preaching the truth. They explore the concept of surrendering to God&apos;s will, the significance of living by the truth rather than personal truths, and the legacy one should aim to leave for future generations. The discussion emphasizes the necessity of creating brotherhoods rooted in Christ and the role of discipleship in building a strong faith community.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit><itunes:duration>01:27:50</itunes:duration><itunes:image href="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/8a8ea385-062e-4fe0-9938-325896ce4b1d/logos/5f162936-51fa-4eb3-b39f-a3f6a49c0364.png"/><itunes:episode>6</itunes:episode><itunes:title>A Pastor&apos;s Testimony: Burt Wallace</itunes:title><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title><![CDATA[Josh Hatcher: Fight Like Hell]]></title><description><![CDATA[<p>In this engaging conversation, Ryder Miears and Josh Hatcher explore the complexities of manhood, the importance of personal testimonies, and the role of fasting in spiritual growth. They discuss the cultural perceptions of masculinity, the challenges men face in family dynamics, and the significance of understanding one's purpose in life. Josh shares his journey of self-discovery and the mission behind Manlihood, emphasizing the need for men to embody virtue and resilience in their lives. In this conversation, Josh and Ryder explore the complexities of manhood, fatherhood, and the spiritual battles that men face in today's world. They discuss the importance of recognizing internal struggles, the necessity of forming brotherhoods, and the responsibility of fathers to guide their children. The dialogue emphasizes the significance of legacy, the fight against evil, and the need for accountability and community among men.</p><p></p>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">7a95a2e5-a0dd-4a34-84b5-e0e0bc471094</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Ryder Miears]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Sat, 18 Oct 2025 23:33:20 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.riverside.com/hosting-analytics/media/9b9993b9883fa0add002d27c6c0c8f656561dcd3cc1d54a3fb528a309eae0734/eyJlcGlzb2RlSWQiOiI3YTk1YTJlNS1hMGRkLTRhMzQtODRiNS1lMGUwYmM0NzEwOTQiLCJwb2RjYXN0SWQiOiI4YThlYTM4NS0wNjJlLTRmZTAtOTkzOC0zMjU4OTZjZTRiMWQiLCJhY2NvdW50SWQiOiI2ODhhNjQ4ZmM3ODdhZGM2MGNiYzdlMjEiLCJwYXRoIjoibWVkaWEvY2xpcHMvNjhlMTUwOGJmYWE0Y2EzYTZkNGQzYTJhL3J5ZGVycy1zdHVkaW8tNFpCVm8tY29tcG9zZXItMjAyNS0xMC00X18xOC01MS0yMy5tcDMifQ==.mp3" length="75007642" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:summary>&lt;p&gt;In this engaging conversation, Ryder Miears and Josh Hatcher explore the complexities of manhood, the importance of personal testimonies, and the role of fasting in spiritual growth. They discuss the cultural perceptions of masculinity, the challenges men face in family dynamics, and the significance of understanding one&apos;s purpose in life. Josh shares his journey of self-discovery and the mission behind Manlihood, emphasizing the need for men to embody virtue and resilience in their lives. In this conversation, Josh and Ryder explore the complexities of manhood, fatherhood, and the spiritual battles that men face in today&apos;s world. They discuss the importance of recognizing internal struggles, the necessity of forming brotherhoods, and the responsibility of fathers to guide their children. The dialogue emphasizes the significance of legacy, the fight against evil, and the need for accountability and community among men.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit><itunes:duration>01:43:33</itunes:duration><itunes:image href="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/8a8ea385-062e-4fe0-9938-325896ce4b1d/logos/5f162936-51fa-4eb3-b39f-a3f6a49c0364.png"/><itunes:episode>4</itunes:episode><itunes:title>Josh Hatcher: Fight Like Hell</itunes:title><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ryan Michler: Founder, Order of Man and The Iron Council]]></title><description><![CDATA[<p>This could be the singular most SHOCKING episode of The Man Mode, TO DATE! <br />Ryan Michler is a man's man. Having pioneered the way for men, like me &amp; you, to enter the space of Men's self-help/wellness. <br />Ryan is a: Best-Selling author, Father of 4, founder/creator of the Order of Man podcast/brand AND The Iron Council.<br />With over 100 million podcast downloads, interviewing guests like: Nick Freitas, Charlie Kirk, David Goggins, Jocko Willink and hundreds more, and helping over 10,000 men achieve their goals through The Iron Council, he has definitely earned his way to the TOP of the Men's Wellness category in the realm of content creation and profitable brand development.<br />With my insecurities and short-coming's FRONT AND CENTER, Ryan imparts some much needed knowledge and coaching that men desperately need. We live in a time where: manliness, masculinity, and BOLDNESS are shunned and ridiculed. He is the antithesis of the feminizing of men. Rightfully so! Ryan is a no nonsense kind of guy. He has been, and still is, standing up for Men across the globe. <br />So sit back, relax, and let's get into it!</p>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">8dec3569-7ad4-4481-971b-86c28c7a5889</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Ryder Miears]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Wed, 24 Sep 2025 18:50:50 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.riverside.com/hosting-analytics/media/c035f7024de860c99874276dde52419ab0c03f968bfbeb7703ac43e7bdc5e166/eyJlcGlzb2RlSWQiOiI4ZGVjMzU2OS03YWQ0LTQ0ODEtOTcxYi04NmMyOGM3YTU4ODkiLCJwb2RjYXN0SWQiOiI4YThlYTM4NS0wNjJlLTRmZTAtOTkzOC0zMjU4OTZjZTRiMWQiLCJhY2NvdW50SWQiOiI2ODhhNjQ4ZmM3ODdhZGM2MGNiYzdlMjEiLCJwYXRoIjoibWVkaWEvY2xpcHMvNjhjZWQ0NWM5MjIyOTA3ZGFmNTI1ODlhL3J5ZGVycy1zdHVkaW8tNFpCVm8tY29tcG9zZXItMjAyNS05LTIwX18xOC0yMC00NC5tcDMifQ==.mp3" length="43523912" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:summary>&lt;p&gt;This could be the singular most SHOCKING episode of The Man Mode, TO DATE! &lt;br /&gt;Ryan Michler is a man&apos;s man. Having pioneered the way for men, like me &amp;amp; you, to enter the space of Men&apos;s self-help/wellness. &lt;br /&gt;Ryan is a: Best-Selling author, Father of 4, founder/creator of the Order of Man podcast/brand AND The Iron Council.&lt;br /&gt;With over 100 million podcast downloads, interviewing guests like: Nick Freitas, Charlie Kirk, David Goggins, Jocko Willink and hundreds more, and helping over 10,000 men achieve their goals through The Iron Council, he has definitely earned his way to the TOP of the Men&apos;s Wellness category in the realm of content creation and profitable brand development.&lt;br /&gt;With my insecurities and short-coming&apos;s FRONT AND CENTER, Ryan imparts some much needed knowledge and coaching that men desperately need. We live in a time where: manliness, masculinity, and BOLDNESS are shunned and ridiculed. He is the antithesis of the feminizing of men. Rightfully so! Ryan is a no nonsense kind of guy. He has been, and still is, standing up for Men across the globe. &lt;br /&gt;So sit back, relax, and let&apos;s get into it!&lt;/p&gt;</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit><itunes:duration>00:57:01</itunes:duration><itunes:image href="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/8a8ea385-062e-4fe0-9938-325896ce4b1d/logos/5f162936-51fa-4eb3-b39f-a3f6a49c0364.png"/><itunes:episode>4</itunes:episode><itunes:title>Ryan Michler: Founder, Order of Man and The Iron Council</itunes:title><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title><![CDATA[EMS Dads' Silent Battle]]></title><description><![CDATA[<p>In this special rendition of The Man Mode podcast, I had the absolute please of speaking with Kevin Whitsell. Kevin is a: Husband, Father, devout Christian, and a lifelong first responder. He also hosts his own Podcast: A Silent War Within; Where he speaks with first responders and healthcare workers about the mental health challenges they face every. Single. Day.<br />In this episode, we discuss his personal story and how he turned a life of trauma and sin into a life that he became very proud of. What's even better? He did it GODS' Way! <br />We also dive into the Biblical scriptures and how those apply to our every day lives!<br />So sit back, relax, and listen as two men of God show a side of ourselves that most men are afraid of!</p>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">f92dc9c7-f629-439c-b9aa-9b241e55f8eb</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Ryder Miears]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Wed, 24 Sep 2025 18:32:46 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.riverside.com/hosting-analytics/media/2cdb17ec98db7d69b3bc15146a5791a0ce8be9f4c0d875ae38108a739fed2756/eyJlcGlzb2RlSWQiOiJmOTJkYzljNy1mNjI5LTQzOWMtYjlhYS05YjI0MWU1NWY4ZWIiLCJwb2RjYXN0SWQiOiI4YThlYTM4NS0wNjJlLTRmZTAtOTkzOC0zMjU4OTZjZTRiMWQiLCJhY2NvdW50SWQiOiI2ODhhNjQ4ZmM3ODdhZGM2MGNiYzdlMjEiLCJwYXRoIjoibWVkaWEvY2xpcHMvNjhkNDNhZDViZjJjNzg3NDM4YTNhNDAwL3J5ZGVycy1zdHVkaW8tNFpCVm8tY29tcG9zZXItMjAyNS05LTI0X18yMC0zOS0xNy5tcDMifQ==.mp3" length="90704564" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:summary>&lt;p&gt;In this special rendition of The Man Mode podcast, I had the absolute please of speaking with Kevin Whitsell. Kevin is a: Husband, Father, devout Christian, and a lifelong first responder. He also hosts his own Podcast: A Silent War Within; Where he speaks with first responders and healthcare workers about the mental health challenges they face every. Single. Day.&lt;br /&gt;In this episode, we discuss his personal story and how he turned a life of trauma and sin into a life that he became very proud of. What&apos;s even better? He did it GODS&apos; Way! &lt;br /&gt;We also dive into the Biblical scriptures and how those apply to our every day lives!&lt;br /&gt;So sit back, relax, and listen as two men of God show a side of ourselves that most men are afraid of!&lt;/p&gt;</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit><itunes:duration>01:48:58</itunes:duration><itunes:image href="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/8a8ea385-062e-4fe0-9938-325896ce4b1d/logos/5f162936-51fa-4eb3-b39f-a3f6a49c0364.png"/><itunes:episode>2</itunes:episode><itunes:title>EMS Dads&apos; Silent Battle</itunes:title><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title><![CDATA[What's The Christian Response To The Murder of Charlie Kirk?]]></title><description><![CDATA[<p>In this episode of The Man Mode podcast, I get to speak with a lifelong friend of mine, Tyler Bowles! Tyler is a: Husband, Father, Christian, and Law Enforcement Officer. Additionally, he is a worship leader for the church his family operates.<br />We dive deep into the murder of Charlie Kirk and how this tragedy completely changes the moral and political landscape of the USA forever. As Christians, How do we respond? What are Conservatives supposed to do? Where do we go from here? Stick around and find out how we, as Christian men, are supposed to lead our families through these tumultuous times!<br /></p>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">9651f4ed-129a-4744-812f-0b02e988bf02</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Ryder Miears]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Wed, 24 Sep 2025 18:15:38 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.riverside.com/hosting-analytics/media/154b9040e8bfcafd587373128eb648899a5673aa30c11a451d84ab15cfe7146c/eyJlcGlzb2RlSWQiOiI5NjUxZjRlZC0xMjlhLTQ3NDQtODEyZi0wYjAyZTk4OGJmMDIiLCJwb2RjYXN0SWQiOiI4YThlYTM4NS0wNjJlLTRmZTAtOTkzOC0zMjU4OTZjZTRiMWQiLCJhY2NvdW50SWQiOiI2ODhhNjQ4ZmM3ODdhZGM2MGNiYzdlMjEiLCJwYXRoIjoibWVkaWEvY2xpcHMvNjhjOWNmOTgzZTRiYmZjY2Q0YmIwODIzL3J5ZGVycy1zdHVkaW8tNFpCVm8tY29tcG9zZXItMjAyNS05LTE2X18yMi01OS00Lm1wMyJ9.mp3" length="71080203" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:summary>&lt;p&gt;In this episode of The Man Mode podcast, I get to speak with a lifelong friend of mine, Tyler Bowles! Tyler is a: Husband, Father, Christian, and Law Enforcement Officer. Additionally, he is a worship leader for the church his family operates.&lt;br /&gt;We dive deep into the murder of Charlie Kirk and how this tragedy completely changes the moral and political landscape of the USA forever. As Christians, How do we respond? What are Conservatives supposed to do? Where do we go from here? Stick around and find out how we, as Christian men, are supposed to lead our families through these tumultuous times!&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/p&gt;</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit><itunes:duration>01:27:25</itunes:duration><itunes:image href="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/8a8ea385-062e-4fe0-9938-325896ce4b1d/logos/5f162936-51fa-4eb3-b39f-a3f6a49c0364.png"/><itunes:episode>3</itunes:episode><itunes:title>What&apos;s The Christian Response To The Murder of Charlie Kirk?</itunes:title><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item></channel></rss>