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The Restorative Man Podcast

The Restorative Man Podcast

Written by: Restoration Project
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Manhood often feels like navigating through uncharted territory, but you don't have to walk alone. Join us as we guide a conversation about how to live intentionally so that we can join God in reclaiming the masculine restorative presence he designed us to live out. Laugh, cry, and wonder with us as we explore the ins and outs of manhood together.© 2026 Restoration Project Christianity Hygiene & Healthy Living Ministry & Evangelism Psychology Psychology & Mental Health Spirituality
Episodes
  • The Ups and Downs of Developing Friendships
    Jun 15 2026

    What does it take to move from having guys around you to having true brothers beside you? In this deeply personal conversation, Jake Kissack shares how growing up on a Wyoming cattle ranch shaped his longing for connection, belonging, and the kind of friendship that goes far beyond shared activities. Together, Jake and Jesse explore why story is often the missing ingredient in male relationships and how curiosity can uncover the gold God has placed in each man's life. From ranch memories and hard-earned lessons to the brotherhood that helped carry him through grief and into a new season of life, Jake offers a hopeful vision for what authentic friendship can become. If you've ever felt like there's more to friendship than what you've experienced so far, this episode puts words to that longing.

    If you want to grow alongside other intentional men, you can jump into the Grove Collective at

    https://www.restorationproject.net/grovecollective

    Subscribe here: https://rp-grove.circle.so/


    To know more about Restoration Project, visit us here:

    • Website: www.restorationproject.net
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    Are you settling for buddies when you could have brothers? Chris Bruno's ''Brotherhood Primer: A Man's Guide To Turning Buddies Into Brothers'' is your roadmap to authentic male camaraderie, transcending small talk to forge connections rooted in shared stories and vulnerability. This practical guide isn't just about understanding; it's about action—empowering men to champion each other's strengths while embracing their flaws.

    Get Brotherhood Primer: A Man's Guide To Turning Buddies Into Brothers on Amazon and turn buddies into brothers.

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    46 mins
  • Man Friendships: Buddies vs Brothers
    Jun 1 2026

    Most men have people they spend time with, but very few have someone who actually knows them. In this episode, Cody and Jesse talk about the difference between having buddies and having brothers, and why so many men still feel lonely even when they’re constantly around others. They get honest about the risk of being known, the fear of rejection, and why surface-level friendships can only carry us so far. There’s also a surprisingly grounded conversation about what real brotherhood actually looks like in everyday life, not just in theory. Somewhere in this conversation, you might recognize your own name in it.

    If you want to grow alongside other intentional men, you can jump into the Grove Collective at

    https://www.restorationproject.net/grovecollective

    Subscribe here: https://rp-grove.circle.so/


    To know more about Restoration Project, visit us here:

    • Website: www.restorationproject.net
    • Instagram: @restorationprojectco
    • Facebook: Restoration Project
    • LinkedIn: Restoration Project

    Are you settling for buddies when you could have brothers? Chris Bruno's ''Brotherhood Primer: A Man's Guide To Turning Buddies Into Brothers'' is your roadmap to authentic male camaraderie, transcending small talk to forge connections rooted in shared stories and vulnerability. This practical guide isn't just about understanding; it's about action—empowering men to champion each other's strengths while embracing their flaws.

    Get Brotherhood Primer: A Man's Guide To Turning Buddies Into Brothers on Amazon and turn buddies into brothers.

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    35 mins
  • Surfing (and living) like a Child with Trevor Olson
    Apr 27 2026

    We sat down with Trevor Olson thinking we’d talk about surfing, but the conversation took us somewhere much deeper. What started as a story about chasing waves became an honest look at how easily we start chasing control instead of connection. Trevor shared how the surfers getting the most out of the ocean aren’t the ones catching the most waves, but the ones who’ve learned to be present in it. There’s something here about living with open hands instead of clenched fists, about receiving instead of fighting for more. By the end, it feels less like a conversation about surfing and more like an invitation to rediscover joy, not by striving harder, but by paying attention to where God is already meeting us.

    If you want to grow alongside other intentional men, you can jump into the Grove Collective at

    https://www.restorationproject.net/grovecollective

    Subscribe here: https://rp-grove.circle.so/


    To know more about Restoration Project, visit us here:

    • Website: www.restorationproject.net
    • Instagram: @restorationprojectco
    • Facebook: Restoration Project
    • LinkedIn: Restoration Project

    Are you settling for buddies when you could have brothers? Chris Bruno's ''Brotherhood Primer: A Man's Guide To Turning Buddies Into Brothers'' is your roadmap to authentic male camaraderie, transcending small talk to forge connections rooted in shared stories and vulnerability. This practical guide isn't just about understanding; it's about action—empowering men to champion each other's strengths while embracing their flaws.

    Get Brotherhood Primer: A Man's Guide To Turning Buddies Into Brothers on Amazon and turn buddies into brothers.

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    39 mins
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