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Brotherhood Forged is a Christian men’s podcast for those who refuse to drift. Hosted by Joey Koontz and Paul Bengel, this show is about faith, fatherhood, leadership, and living with discipline in a world that pulls men off course. Each week, Joey and Paul bring raw conversations, Biblical truth, and practical steps to help you sharpen your faith, mindset, marriage, and legacy. From the struggles of temptation and self-doubt to the victories of becoming a man of integrity, this podcast is a ...
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In this powerful episode of Brotherhood Forged, Paul and Joey walk through what it looks like to bring faith and courage into those hard conversations. They remind us of God’s promise in Joshua 1:9: “Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged, for the Lord your God will be with you wherever you go.” …
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The voice in your head shapes the tone of your home. In this episode, Joey and Paul tackle how doubt, shame, and negativity can carry into your marriage and family—and how to rewrite the script through courage, faith, and renewal. 📖 Romans 12:2 reminds us: “Be transformed by the renewing of your mind.” This is your daily invitation to reset your mi…
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Every battle starts in the mind — but the pen can win it. In Daily Anchor Episode 51, Joey and Paul break down the power of writing and organizing your thoughts so you can stay focused, steady, and ready for the battles that matter most. Just like a sword must stay sharp, your mind and spirit need sharpening too. Whether it’s jotting notes in your …
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Today, we’re tackling one of the biggest challenges in marriage: Do our spouses trust what we say… or what we show them every day? In this conversation, Joey and Paul unpack why actions always speak louder than words — and how communication in marriage is about more than just what you say. It’s about tone, body language, timing, gratitude, and cons…
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“Strength alone fades, but when a family chooses discipline together, it becomes legacy. Habits don’t just survive the weekend — they shape generations and make you unshakable.” In today’s Friday Reflection & Family episode, Joey and Paul dive into the power of building habits together instead of trying to grind it out alone. We talk about: Why wee…
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In Episode 48 of Brotherhood Forged, Joey and Paul unpack what it really means to carry faith into every moment of life — from the pressures at work, to family interactions, to the way we handle stress. brotherhoodforged.com Paul shares personal habits that keep his faith alive, and Joey challenges us to make ordinary moments sacred by turning them…
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Welcome to Episode 47 of the Brotherhood Forged Podcast! Today, Joey and Paul sit down for a fun, raw, and faith-filled conversation about life, family, music, pizza (yes, pizza 🍕), and most importantly—what it really means to live out your faith and lead your family with strength and integrity. This episode covers: ✅ Fun “would you rather” questio…
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Welcome back to The Daily Anchor — where we help you stay steady, stay strong, and keep showing up where it matters most. In today’s episode (Ep. 46), Paul and Joey dig into the difference between discipline and willpower — and why relying on willpower alone is a recipe for burnout. Instead, they share how to build guardrails that protect your habi…
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Welcome to The Daily Anchor — where we help you stay steady, stay strong, and keep showing up where it matters most. 💡 Today’s Question: What’s harder — getting in shape, or keeping the results? 👉 Paul reminds us that just like fitness, marriage isn’t just about building closeness… it’s about protecting it. Too often, marriages don’t blow up overni…
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In this Friday Reflection, Joey and Paul break down how small, self-imposed frictions—like a cluttered desk, negative self-talk, skipped preparation, or indecision—quietly steal momentum and joy. Through personal stories (including the now-legendary Dinner Trap) and biblical insight from Proverbs 4:26, we unpack: ✅ How to identify friction that’s d…
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🎙 Thursday Foundations – Episode 43 “Simplify to Amplify: The Power of Subtraction” 📅 8/21/25 Ever feel like life is spinning out of control — so you add more goals, more commitments, more “just one more thing”? Here’s the truth: Most breakthroughs don’t come from adding… they come from cutting. In this episode, Joey and Paul break down why subtrac…
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Ep. 42 – Coach the Heart, Not Just the Habits You can drill skills and discipline all day long—but if you don’t win the heart, the habits won’t last. In this Daily Anchor, Paul and Joey share how to lead with connection in parenting, marriage, and personal growth so change sticks. From the football field to the dinner table, discover: Why connectio…
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🔥 Brotherhood Forged: Built for Men Who Refuse to Stay Stuck 🔥 Today’s Tuesday Tactical – The Daily Anchor tackles a truth that’s robbing you of progress: The longer you think about doing the right thing… the less likely you are to do it. Hesitation kills habits. It sneaks in when we give ourselves space to “think about it” — and it slowly erodes m…
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Ep. 40 — Make the Right Thing Easy: How to Remove Friction & Lead with Focus | Daily Anchor Some of the strongest men we know… don’t just do hard things — they make the right things easy. In today’s Daily Anchor, Joey and Paul share practical ways to remove friction, avoid decision fatigue, and set up your life so the right choices happen almost on…
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Who did you default to this week? Not the man you planned to be on Monday morning — but the man who actually showed up when life got loud, when you were tired, frustrated, or distracted. In this Friday Reflection, Joey and Paul walk you through a powerful end-of-week check-in: How to identify your default mode in moments of stress Why even a “neutr…
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Most men want progress… but few are willing to repeat what actually works. Breakthroughs aren’t built in the big moments—they’re forged in the boring ones. In Episode 38 of Brotherhood Forged, Joey and Paul dive into the quiet power of consistency—the daily “brick-laying” habits that rebuild your foundation and forge the man you’re becoming. 💬 In t…
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In Episode 37 of Brotherhood Forged, Joey and Paul get real about what happens when life throws curveballs — and why your default mode matters more than your highlight reel. From the football field’s two-minute drill to a marriage check-in plan and a Proverbs 4:23 devotional, we break down practical ways to: Identify your triggers Replace old escap…
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In this Tactical Tuesday, Paul and Joey break down 3 simple tools to transform routines into identity-shaping habits: 1️⃣ Habit Stack Anchor – Stack spiritual and mental growth on top of things you already do 2️⃣ Sticky Note Prompt – Keep your “why” in front of you all day 3️⃣ Identity Stacking – Speak the man you’re becoming into your daily life A…
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Are you crushing your morning routine but losing focus by lunchtime? In this episode of Brotherhood Forged, Paul and Joey talk about the forgotten hours—that 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. window where habits are revealed and discipline is tested. Key Takeaways: Morning wins mean nothing if you lose the middle of the day Guarding your heart isn’t passive—it’s w…
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🔥 Motivation fades. Systems endure. Welcome to Episode 34 of Brotherhood Forged — where Paul and Joey unpack one of the most overlooked truths in a man’s journey: You don’t rise to your goals… you fall to your systems. When hype runs dry and life gets heavy, the foundation you’ve built is what holds or breaks. This quick Tactical Thursday episode w…
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Welcome to Episode 33 of Brotherhood Forged — where Paul and Joey tackle one of the most critical truths in a man’s journey: Motivation fades. Systems endure. 🔥 This quick but powerful Tactical Thursday focuses on the core principle of foundational discipline and what it really takes to build consistency — even when the fire dies out. 🧱 In This Epi…
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Brotherhood Forged | Episode 32 – Build Rhythms That Forge Your Character You don’t become the man you dream of by accident—you become the man you train to be. In this episode, Joey and Paul talk about: Why the small daily rhythms of life matter more than big goals How fatherhood and marriage are forged in the ordinary, unseen moments Recognizing d…
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Ep. 31 – 3 Tactical Tools to Lock In Your Win Stack & Build Daily Discipline Don’t wait for motivation. Engineer your momentum. In this quick-hit Tactical Tuesday, Paul and Joey reveal 3 practical tools that help you build a system for daily wins: Using alarms to reset your mindset Morning & evening journal prompts to anchor your identity Trigger a…
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Welcome to Episode 30 of Brotherhood Forged — "Clock In With Intention." It’s Monday. A fresh start. And in today’s 5-minute power episode, we’re diving deep into the idea that your rhythm is shaping your identity — whether you realize it or not. - Are you just surviving your week, or stepping into it with purpose? - Are your routines reflecting th…
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🧭 This week’s Friday fire is a soul-check — not for shame, but for alignment. Paul and Joey challenge you to reflect: “What did I do this week that proves the 2.0 version of me is real?” If the answer stings, that’s not failure. It’s feedback. Awareness is your starting line. From there? It’s all about alignment and intention. ⛪ Weekend Mindset Res…
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🔥 Welcome to Foundations | Episode 28 – “One Brick at a Time: Don’t Just Dream, Design” 🔥 Today’s brick is vision into practice. Dreams are powerful—but if they’re not backed by design, they fade. In this short Thursday drop, Paul and Joey remind us that identity isn’t built in a single moment—it’s laid, one brick at a time, through intentional, da…
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In this final episode of Month 1, Paul and Joey help you cross the bridge from clarity to commitment. You’ve defined who you want to become — now it’s time to live it. 🎯 Topics Covered: Why awareness isn’t enough How to build and follow your internal compass Crafting your personal Compass Creed 90-day identity and habit challenge Brotherhood Forged…
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🎙️ Episode 26 – Tactical Tuesday: The 90-Day Action Map to Build What You Say You Want Joey and Paul get ultra-practical in this Tactical Tuesday Brief — challenging men of faith to take one identity trait they claim to embody and prove it through daily action. ✔ Pick a trait your 2.0 self lives by ✔ Build a small habit that proves it ✔ Get account…
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Before your week kicks into full gear, Paul and Joey invite you to pause and reflect: Are you driven by the demands of the clock or guided by the direction of your compass? Through Proverbs 4:26 and the lens of spiritual leadership, this Monday moment offers: A mindset reset A call to intentional living A challenge to realign with your God-given pu…
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Ep. 24 – Launching Young Men Into the World In this heartfelt episode, Paul and Joey unpack the tension every dad feels when it’s time to release his kids into adulthood. What does it mean to stop controlling and start connecting? From messy weeks to meaningful weekends, this conversation brings perspective and practical encouragement for fathers n…
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In this heart-filled episode, Paul, Amber, and Joey open a letter to their children—and to anyone carrying false labels or wounds from their past. Through stories, scripture, and soul-deep reflections, they walk through how identity is not something you perform for… it’s something you receive from Christ. 🔑 Key Verse: Galatians 2:20 “My old self ha…
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Are you still listening to the old voices of shame, fear, and comparison? Or are you stepping into the new identity Christ has given you? In this episode, Paul and Joey open up about their personal journeys from old labels to God-given purpose. Inspired by 2 Corinthians 5:17, they challenge listeners to stop digging up what God already buried—and s…
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From defining your personal code to modeling values for your family — this one is full of challenges and clarity. 👨‍👧‍👦 Topics covered: • What core values are (and aren’t) • How to define and live your code • Aligning with your spouse in marriage • Raising kids who see your values, not just hear them • Modeling faith, gratitude, and integrity • A p…
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What flows from your life begins in your heart. This week, Joey and Paul unpack Proverbs 4:23 – “Above all else, guard your heart, for everything you do flows from it.” From fatherhood to discipline, leadership to mindset, they walk through how your core values determine your direction, legacy, and inner peace. 🔑 Topics Covered: Why your heart is t…
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Welcome to Brotherhood Forged! In this powerful episode, Paul and Joey kick off a new monthly series focused on Identity & Vision—helping men stop drifting and start defining who they are becoming. This conversation unpacks: Why most men don’t fail from lack of effort—but from lack of clarity Six common traps men fall into (like isolation, perfecti…
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In this reflective episode, Paul and Joey explore what it means to lead with urgency. Using recent tragedies—the Disney Cruise incident and Texas flood stories—they call us to wake up and live like today matters. You’ll hear thoughts on: The danger of drifting through life Being spiritually ready at any moment The importance of saying what needs to…
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Paul and Joey are back — this time with Baby Theodore in tow — to share 5 powerful truths every man needs to live by. From presence over performance to stepping boldly into your God-given purpose, this episode is packed with honest stories, tactical steps, and biblical insight. Featured Verse: 2 Timothy 1:9 Topics Covered: Fatherhood Faith Marriage…
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This episode dives deep into Paul’s personal journey through childhood adversity, the loss of mentors and loved ones, and the strength he discovered through fatherhood, football, and faith. Joey and Paul explore how pain shaped purpose—and how legacy is built one decision at a time. 📖 Featured Bible Verse: Isaiah 43:2 🧠 Themes: Identity, resilience…
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In this teaser episode, Paul shares what legacy means to him—from a foundation built by strong parents to his own moment of becoming a father. He and Joey talk about how legacy isn’t just about what you leave behind—it’s about how you live today. You’ll hear stories of family, failure, and the daily decision to become the man your children will rem…
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🎙️ Audio Podcast Description In Episode 13, Joey reveals his true story, from early family struggles and emotional wounds to a life-changing battle with cancer and then into servant leadership. He dives into faith, scripture (2 Cor 5:17), and the anchor that held him steady through dark days. Learn how he overcame porn, shame, and pride. Hear his i…
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In this Brotherhood Brief, Joey shares his story of walking through cancer and how it shaped him into a servant leader. He opens up about letting go of control, finding faith in prayer, and discovering purpose in hardship. Includes Matthew 20:26 (“Whoever wants to become great among you must be your servant”). Tune in to hear a preview of Episode 1…
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In this continuation of our gratitude series, we delve deeper into the transformative power of thankfulness in our daily lives. From personal anecdotes to practical exercises, discover how intentional gratitude can reshape your relationships, mindset, and spiritual journey. Key Highlights: The importance of expressing appreciation in relationships …
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In this special milestone episode, Joey and Paul reflect on their podcast journey so far and dive deep into what it means to choose the right people in your life. They discuss the power of real brotherhood, honest feedback, and how to evaluate your circle using Proverbs 27:17—“As iron sharpens iron, so one person sharpens another.” This episode wil…
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In Episode 9 of the Brotherhood Forged Podcast, Joey and Paul delve into the transformative power of gratitude. They share personal stories, practical exercises, and discuss how daily gratitude can shift your mindset, strengthen relationships, and deepen your faith. Reflecting on 1 Thessalonians 5:18, they explore how giving thanks in all circumsta…
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Perfection is overrated. In this short episode, Joey and Paul talk about the pressure to perform and look the part—and how it often distracts us from what really matters. They break down why connection, integrity, and shared values beat age, background, or status. You’ll hear: • Why “just showing up” is better than doing it all perfectly • How to s…
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Your mindset doesn’t just impact your work or workouts—it shapes your marriage, your parenting, and your home atmosphere. In this episode, Joey and Paul uncover the silent mistakes men bring home without even realizing it. From short fuses and silent resentment to passivity and emotional absence, we share real stories, simple tools, and biblical tr…
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“As iron sharpens iron, so one person sharpens another.” — Proverbs 27:17 This short Brotherhood Brief dives deep into the heart of real brotherhood and accountability. Joey and Paul share personal stories of friendship, faith, and challenge—reminding men everywhere that real growth doesn’t happen alone. In this episode: • Why Proverbs 27:17 is the…
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Joey, Paul, and Amber get real about marriage — the challenges, the beauty, and the impact it has on generations. They share lessons from nearly 33 years of marriage, parenting through faith, and why God must be at the center of it all. This episode is part encouragement, part letter to their children, and 100% grounded in truth, love, and real-lif…
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We’re kicking off a raw 3-part series on mindset. In this episode, Joey and Paul talk about how mindset affects every part of your life—your faith, relationships, leadership, and future. We unpack: What shaped our mindset growing up When fear held us back The difference between growth and fixed mindset (Carol Dweck) Why encouragement from a parent …
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In Episode 3 of Brotherhood Forged, Joey and Paul get real about the ups and downs of marriage — what they’ve learned, what they’ve done wrong, and how God’s design continues to shape their relationships. From overcoming bad habits to learning how to lead with love, they unpack key misconceptions and offer Biblical encouragement rooted in Ephesians…
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