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The Powerful Man Show

The Powerful Man Show

By: Tim Matthews & Doug Holt
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The Powerful Man is a show for married businessmen looking to improve their relationships, their health, their businesses, and themselves. Your hosts, Doug Holt and Tim Matthews have decades of experience helping married businessmen step into their power, live up to their potential, and live a life they love. The Powerful Man Show tackles conversations and topics designed to help men become better fathers, lovers, husbands, and leaders in their communities. If this sounds like you, we encourage you to subscribe and also head over to thepowerfulman.com for more information. Hygiene & Healthy Living Personal Development Personal Success Psychology Psychology & Mental Health
Episodes
  • Revisit: What To Do When She Doesn't Want to Be Married Anymore
    May 17 2025
    Episode #980 What do you do when your wife says the words you never thought you’d hear—“I don’t want to be married anymore”? If you're hearing that now, chances are she's been thinking it for years. This isn’t sudden for her. It’s a breaking point. In this REVISIT episode, we’re going back to one of the most crucial conversations a married man can have—how to respond when your wife emotionally checks out, or worse, tells you she’s done. This is a moment where most men panic, try to fix things fast, or shut down completely. But there’s another way. You’ll learn why women often plan their exit quietly over months or even years, and how your default reactions—defensiveness, excuses, or shutting down—only push her further away. We’ll talk through what creates emotional safety, how to respond calmly without losing your ground, and why your self-care might be the key to getting her back. This isn’t about manipulating her. It’s about becoming the man who can truly hold space, hear her pain, and give the relationship a fighting chance. 👉 Your wife pulled away—now what? Start by getting real about where your marriage stands. Take the free 2-minute Marriage Scale Assessment to find out what’s really going on—before it’s too late. __________ Hungry for more? Head over to our Bonus page for special access to some of the deeper tactics and techniques we've developed at The Powerful Man.
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    17 mins
  • Revisit: Did You Marry The Wrong Woman-Or Is It Just A Phase?
    May 15 2025
    Episode #979 At some point, almost every married man asks himself the same question: Did I marry the wrong woman? Maybe she doesn’t laugh at your jokes anymore. She’s not interested in your stories. She seems distant, disconnected—and truth be told, you’re starting to wonder if life would be easier with someone else. In this REVISIT episode, we’re bringing back a powerful and timely conversation for any man who feels stuck in a marriage that’s lost its spark. The truth is, most guys were never taught how to actually make marriage work. We weren’t handed the tools to handle resentment, missed expectations, or emotional distance. So when things start to fall apart, we assume we chose the wrong partner—when in reality, we might just be missing the right approach. This episode breaks down why those thoughts of doubt creep in, how resentment quietly builds, and what you can do to clean the slate and reconnect. We’ll cover the Triad of Connection—a framework to rebuild emotional safety, get real connection back, and spark the passion you thought was gone for good. You might not need a new wife. You might just need a new strategy. Still wondering if she’s the wrong woman—or if something deeper’s going on? Take the free 2-minute Marriage Scale Assessment to get the clarity you need—before it’s too late. __________ Hungry for more? Head over to our Bonus page for special access to some of the deeper tactics and techniques we've developed at The Powerful Man.
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    19 mins
  • Revisit: How Matt Turned it Around - A true story from the man they call The Sentry
    May 13 2025
    Episode #978 Ever feel like you’ve done everything “right” as a husband and provider—yet your marriage still feels off? That’s exactly where Matt Euler found himself. In this REVISIT episode, we bring back a powerful conversation that’s still just as relevant for high-achieving men today. Matt opens up about how chasing business success left him drained, disconnected, and dangerously close to losing his marriage. This is more than just a success story. It’s a raw look at what happens when men ignore the early signs and keep grinding, hoping everything will somehow fix itself. Spoiler alert: it won’t. In this episode, you’ll hear how Matt went from burnout and panic attacks to reclaiming his marriage, his health, and his purpose. You’ll learn what changed when he joined The Activation Method—and why he believes The Brotherhood gave him the deep male relationships he didn’t know he was missing. We’re revisiting this episode because Matt’s story continues to resonate with men who feel alone, overworked, and unsure if they can pull their marriage back together. If that sounds like you—you’re not alone, and this episode is for you. 🎯 Feeling like your marriage is slipping while you chase success? Take the FREE Marriage Scale Assessment to see where you really stand. It only takes 2 minutes—and it might just be the wake-up call you need. __________ Hungry for more? Head over to our Bonus page for special access to some of the deeper tactics and techniques we've developed at The Powerful Man.
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    29 mins

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