Virtuous Men Podcast

Oleg Penkovsky - Dissent (Minipod #2)

Dissent is the outward expression of ideas and opinions contrary to those held by those in power. A dissenter is one who refuses to sit idly by while those in authority take actions they deem to be contrary to the wellbeing of themselves and the people they love. In this episode, we will tell the story of a man who stood against an authoritarian juggernaut and whose actions played a pivotal role in quelling all-out nuclear war.
Hosted by Jamie Adams.

The Forty-Seven Ronin - Brotherhood (Minipod #1)

Brotherhood is defined by a group of men living through a shared experience that requires everyone to give their best. Though brotherhood can happen in everyday circumstances, it is a virtue often  associated with times of war or conflict.  When men enter such times, they are transformed from individuals into brothers. One example of such a group is the tale of the Forty-Seven Ronin, a group of brothers who banded together to avenge a terrible wrong. 
Hosted by Scott Einig.
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S3, E9: Bonus Episode - Underdogs (feat. A Brother’s Creed), Part 2

Underdogs - Part 2
Welcome to a special bonus episode of Season 3, where we collaborate with our good friends at A Brother’s Creed for some more conversation and commentary. This time we look into the theme of underdogs, and each share an inspiring story about overcoming the greatest of odds. In Part 2, Scott and Jared share the underdog stories of Rudy Ruettiger and the Zulu Kingdom's triumph in the Battle of Isandlwana.
Hosted by Jamie Adams and Scott Einig and featuring Jared and Ethan Thomas of A Brothers' Creed.

S3, E8: Bonus Episode - Underdogs (feat. A Brother’s Creed), Part 1

Underdogs - Part 1
Welcome to a special bonus episode of Season 3, where we collaborate with our good friends at A Brother’s Creed for some more conversation and commentary. This time we look into the theme of underdogs, and each share an inspiring story about overcoming the greatest of odds. In Part 1, Jamie and Ethan share the underdog stories of Leicester City F.C. and Finland's Winter War.
Hosted by Jamie Adams and Scott Einig and featuring Jared and Ethan Thomas of A Brothers' Creed.

S3, E7: Loose & Unscripted

Get to know the creators of Virtuous Men and get an inside look at the making of Season Three. The season finale takes an inside look at Season Three were we'll discuss the making of each episode, details on our conversations with the experts we interviewed, and we'll share each of our unique processes when making an episode of the podcast.
Hosted by Jamie Adams and Scott Einig.

S3, E6: King Arthur and the Knights of the Round Table - Equality

Over the years, Equality has come to be defined and redefined to fit the current age. To many, it is defined by financial, social and political opportunity. But the true greatness of this virtue is that it is not concerned with the quality of a man’s abilities, social standing, race, wealth or appearance. Rather, it looks at the quality of his character to see if he is worthy of responsibility, power and influence. In the eyes of equality, nothing matters more than a man’s character and his willingness to protect it from compromise. Perhaps the most famous example of equality is found in the legendary tales of King Arthur and the Knights of the Round Table. In this episode we will explore the history behind these myths, how this group of men came to reach true equality, and how that equality was tragically lost.
Hosted by Scott Einig and featuring special guest Stephanie Bar-shev-ski, author and Professor of History at Clemson University.

S3, E5: David Eubank - Sacrifice

Sacrifice is the denial of oneself for the benefit of another. When we think of sacrifice, we often think of those who bravely give their lives in service of their country - a soldier who gives their life to save the lives of his brothers in arms. But rarely do we see sacrifice offered towards complete strangers. One such man is David Eubank. For over 20 years, David, his family, and their fellow-aid workers have risked everything for the benefit of strangers who later became like family. By telling David’s story, we will seek to learn just what it takes for us to lay down our own needs for the betterment of others, and to do it with joy and thanksgiving. 
Hosted by Jamie Adams and featuring David Eubank himself, former Army Ranger and member of U.S. special forces and founder of the humanitarian movement Free Burma Rangers.To learn more about Free Burma Rangers, visit www.freeburmarangers.org

S3, E4: John Coffey - Goodness

While goodness can be manifest in many different ways, it is a virtue that is best seen as a lifestyle cultivated by doing deeds that benefit others. Whether small or enormous, goodness is always aware of what the situation requires and understands that its greatest purpose is to be available. One such example of goodness is John Coffey, one of the primary characters from Stephen King’s 1996 serial novel The Green Mile. Though much of his life is a mystery, we come to see how goodness defines everything he does throughout the story, and how his example changes those around him forever.
Hosted by Scott Einig.
 

S3, E3: Michelangelo - Ambition

Ambition is defined as having a goal and making whatever sacrifices are necessary to achieve it. A person who seeks such lofty goals in life is called “ambitious.” To such people, mediocrity is the greatest threat. One of art history’s most towering examples of ambition is Michelangelo. In this episode we will explore not only how nearly every piece of art he created is defined by ambition, but how his ambition made the world a more beautiful place.
Hosted by Scott Einig and featuring Ross King, art historian and author of Michelangelo and the Pope’s Ceiling, The Bookseller of Florence, and Brunelleschi’s Dome. Also featuring Andrew Graham-Dixon, art critic, broadcaster and author of A History of British Art, Michelangelo and the Sistine Chapel, and Caravaggio: A Life Sacred and Profane.

Season 3 Trailer

In Season 3 we'll take a look back at the violent days of one of America's greatest lawmen, we’ll explore the life of a man who changed the course of art history, we’ll share our own version of one of America's most beloved film dramas, we’ll experience the danger, loss, and hope found in some of the world’s most brutal conflict zones, and we'll journey through one of the most famous myths in all of mediaeval fiction.

S3, E2: Frank Hamer - Law & Order, Part 2

PART 2: The Manhunt
Law and order is the respect and obedience of the rule of law in society. This is something that is easily thought up and written down on paper, but is much harder to implement in the real world. The legends of great law men of history bring us back to the times of the Old West, and to violent days of gangsters and bootleggers. One such legendary law man was Frank Hamer. By exploring Hamer’s life, we will seek to learn a lesson from the past - that without law and order, and those in place to enforce it, society is only one step away from anarchy.
Hosted by Jamie Adams and featuring John Bossenecker, author of the New York Times best seller The Epic Life of Frank Hamer, The Man Who Killed Bonnie and Clyde.

S3, E1: Frank Hamer - Law & Order, Part 1

PART 1: The Cowboy
Law and order is the respect and obedience of the rule of law in society. This is something that is easily thought up and written down on paper, but is much harder to implement in the real world. The legends of great law men of history bring us back to the times of the Old West, and to violent days of gangsters and bootleggers. One such legendary law man was Frank Hamer. By exploring Hamer’s life, we will seek to learn a lesson from the past - that without law and order, and those in place to enforce it, society is only one step away from anarchy.
Hosted by Jamie Adams and featuring John Bossenecker, author of the New York Times best seller The Epic Life of Frank Hamer, The Man Who Killed Bonnie and Clyde.

S2, E7: Bonus Episode - Virtuous Duos (feat. A Brothers‘ Creed)

BONUS EPISODE
To wrap up Season 2, we spend some time with our friends at A Brothers' Creed. Each of us share a theatrical telling of a virtuous duo of history - two men who worked together to accomplished something meaningful. 
Featuring Jared and Ethan Thomas of A Brothers' Creed.

S2, E6: Loose & Unscripted

Get to know the creators of Virtuous Men. The season finale takes an inside look at Season Two of the Virtuous Men Podcast. We'll discuss the making of each episode, how it has inspired us, and talk about future plans for Season 3.
Hosted by Jamie Adams and Scott Einig.

S2, E5: Men of the RMS Titanic - Chivalry

Chivalry is a virtue often used to describe the codes of behavior of knights in the Middle Ages, but the essence of its meaning remains entirely relevant in modern times. It is a virtue that encompasses a series of virtues one displays for the benefit of others, such as courtesy, love, honor and loyalty. Even in this cynical age, chivalry continues to say, “This is how men should live.” One of the most memorable examples of this great virtue was displayed on the night of April 14th, 1912. This was the night that the RMS Titanic struck an iceberg, sunk in less than three hours and killed over 1,500 people.
Hosted by Scott Einig and featuring Titanic historian Jim Myers, Education Executive for the Titanic Museum in Branson, Missouri.

S2, E4: Richard Wurmbrand - Boldness

Boldness is a virtue marked by an ability and willingness to risk everything in order to accomplish something meaningful. For one to have boldness, they must overcome adversity and have the courage to keep moving forward - no matter what or who stands in their way. The virtue of boldness is so vividly captured in the life of Richard Wurmbrand. In this episode, we will take a journey through his life - what drove him to risk it all for his faith, how he endured over a decade in prison, and why even after he was released his passion to reach others with the Gospel message never wavered.
Hosted by Jamie Adams and featuring Catherine MacKenzie, author of the book Richard Wurmbrand - A Voice in the Dark. 

S2, E3: Major Jordan Northrup - Initiative

Initiative is a virtue defined by taking ownership of oneself and seeking a path of discipline rather than a path of idleness. Initiative understands our vices and the things that hold us back, but refuses to make excuses or accept defeat. One such example is Major Jordan Northrup. He would experience multiple opportunities to take initiative in his fourteen-year battle with alcoholism, which would often end in failure but would ultimately end in victory. 
Hosted by Scott Einig and featuring first-hand accounts from Jordan himself, Major USMC and author of the book The War Inside: Finding Victory Over Alcohol. 

S2, E2: John Muir - Preservation

Preservation is the act of protecting a resource to promote its welfare from outside threats and intrusions. From the early 20th century to the modern day, preservationists have come in many different molds - sharing similarities and also many differing opinions on how to best preserve the wildernesses of our world. Perhaps the most famous of the 20th century’s great preservationists was John Muir. In this episode, we will attempt to get to know the real Muir and seek to better understand how preservation can be something we all seek to uphold in our lives, no matter what resource it is we hold dear. 
Hosted by Jamie Adams and featuring environmental historian Donald Worster (author of the book A Passion for Nature: The Life of John Muir) and Dennis Williams, professor of history and culture at Southern Nazarene University (author of the book God's Wilds: John Muir's Vision of Nature).
*Correction to episode: It is stated that Mt. Whitney is the highest peak in the (North American) continent. Of course, it is the highest in the continental U.S., but not the entire continent as there are many higher peaks in Canada and Alaska. 

S2, E1: Tecumseh - Unity

Unity is a virtue defined by forsaking one’s own personal gain, accomplishments and goals and working with others to achieve a common goal. While there are many virtues we can accomplish alone, unity is not one of them. It is a virtue that reminds us that a single man can do amazing things, but a group can reach heights that no individual could ever hope to reach. One of the 19th century’s greatest models of unity is the Shawnee war leader Tecumseh. In this episode, we will explore his remarkable life and see what it means to fight for a cause by fostering unity in those around us.
Hosted by Scott Einig and featuring historian and author Peter Cozzens, author of the books The Earth is Weeping & Tecumseh and the Prophet. 

Season 2 Trailer

Season 2 Trailer: The unity of Tecumseh, the preservation of John Muir, the initiative of Major Jordan Northrup, the boldness of Richard Wurmbrand, and the chivalry of the men aboard the RMS Titanic. 

S1, E6: Loose & Unscripted

An inside look at Season One of the Virtuous Men Podcast, where we discuss the making of each episode and a good bit of shenanigans from the creators of Virtuous Men on the side.

Season 1 Trailer

A taste of the Season 1 interviews with experts Martin Kemp (Leonardo da Vinci), Stephen Mansfield (Winston Churchill), and Gary Kremer (George Washington Carver). 

S1, E5: George Washington Carver - Innovation

Innovation is a virtue marked by the creation and development of a new product, idea, process or service, with the aim of improving efficiency, effectiveness or competitive advantage. Men who display a gift for innovation are also restless and unsatisfied, because they see a better future and work to make it a reality. Such was the case with George Washington Carver. In this episode, we will see a glimpse of the true George Washington Carver, and how he innovated less for his own personal gain, but for the benefit of all. Hosted by Scott Einig and featuring Carver biographer and social historian Gary R. Kremer.

S1, E4: Sir Ernest Shackleton - Leadership

Leadership is a virtue marked by the act of taking charge of a group of individuals, considering the group dynamics and executing an objective by overcoming whatever adversities stand in your way. Leadership is perhaps no better exemplified than in the example of Sir Ernest Shackleton and his infamous 1914 expedition to the Antarctic. In this episode, we will explore the expedition and how we can learn from this example in order to lead more effectively in our own lives. Hosted by Jamie Adams with readings from Shackleton's first-hand account South by John Gallagher.

S1, E3: Odysseus - Ingenuity

Ingenuity is a virtue marked by cleverness, craftiness and cunning. It often takes an ingenious solution to solve problems. One of the greatest examples of ingenuity in world literature is the Greek hero Odysseus. In this episode, we will explore his many trials and see what it means to foster ingenuity within ourselves. Hosted by Scott Einig with readings from The Odyssey by Stephanie Einig.

S1, E2: Sir Winston Churchill - Judgment

Judgment is a virtue marked by the ability to carefully consider the facts at hand, weigh all the options, and use critical thinking to make decisions based on one’s conclusions. Judgment is perhaps no better exemplified than in the life of Sir Winston Churchill. In this episode, we will explore his life and how we can use his example to make good judgment calls in our own lives. Hosted by Jamie Adams and featuring special guest best-selling author and historian Stephen Mansfield.

S1, E1: Leonardo da Vinci - Curiosity

Curiosity is a virtue marked by the strong desire to know or learn something. A curious person is one who nurtures the desire and passion within themselves to know. Curiosity is perhaps no better exemplified than in the life of Leonardo da Vinci. In this episode, we will explore his life and see what it means to foster curiosity within ourselves. Hosted by Scott Einig and featuring art historian and emeritus professor of art history at the University of Oxford Martin Kemp.