In this conversation, Chris sits down with retired law enforcement officer and author Randal Snyder to talk about masculinity, faith, and personal responsibility. Randy opens up about his transition out of frontline policing after 25 years, the toll it took on his mental health, and how faith, family, and emotional growth reshaped his definition of strength. Together they dive into topics men often avoid, burnout, marriage, fatherhood, and society’s shifting view of masculinity while grounding the conversation in honesty, faith, and brotherhood.

Guest Bio

Randal Snyder is a retired law enforcement officer, investigator, author, and speaker. With over two decades in the field, much of it spent handling some of the toughest cases imaginable, Randy has turned his focus to writing, mentoring, and educating others on resilience, relationships, and internet safety. He is the author of Cyber Creeps and co-author with his daughter of the zombie-themed series Lovin’ Brains.

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📚 Books: Cyber Creeps and Lovin’ Brains (available on Amazon)
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What You’ll Learn

• How 25 years in law enforcement shaped and tested Randy’s view of masculinity

• Why emotional expression and faith are essential for men’s resilience

• The dangers of repression, alcohol, and avoidance in dealing with trauma

• How to balance strength and vulnerability as a husband and father

• The role of shared values in building lasting relationships

• Why society’s view of masculinity is shifting and what men can do about it

• Practical advice for young men on building respect and authentic connections

• How writing and creativity became part of Randy’s healing and brotherhood journey

This interview is a raw look at what it means to grow as a man while carrying the weight of service, family, and faith. If you’re looking for perspective on resilience, relationships, and the future of masculinity, you won’t want to miss it.

In this episode, Chris sits down with Eugene Lee to unpack burnout, masculinity, and the journey of personal growth. Eugene shares how hitting burnout pushed him to start a podcast for men, opening conversations many avoid. Together they explore the pressures men face, how traditional masculine traits can both fuel and sabotage success, and the importance of redefining strength through balance, vulnerability, and accountability.

Guest Bio

Eugene Lee is the host of a top-rated burnout podcast and a voice for men navigating stress, leadership, and personal growth. After facing his own burnout, he now creates safe spaces for men to talk openly about masculinity, relationships, and mental health; online, in person, and through his growing platform.

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🎙 Podcast: Give Yourself some Leeway

🌐 Website: https://www.eugenelee.com

📱 Instagram: @eugene.leeway

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What You’ll Learn

• Why burnout can be both destructive and transformative for men

• How traditional masculine traits like focus and control can lead to burnout if unchecked

• The truth about “nice guy syndrome” and how it sabotages relationships

• Practical ways to redefine providing and protecting in today’s world

• Why vulnerability is critical for stronger friendships and intimacy

• How to align values, purpose, and leadership with personal growth

If you’ve ever struggled with burnout, relationships, or carrying the weight of being a man, this episode will challenge you to rethink strength and redefine masculinity on your own terms.

In this episode, Chris sits down with David Berez to explore resilience, masculinity, and the hard conversations men often avoid. David shares his journey from a difficult childhood through law enforcement service, surviving trauma, and finding purpose in helping others. Together they talk about PTSD, police mental health, fatherhood, divorce, authentic masculinity, and the importance of leading by example.

Guest Bio

David Berez is a retired police officer, author of A Resilient Life: Cops Journey in Pursuit of Purpose, and the only officer to complete the University of Pennsylvania’s Master’s in Applied Positive Psychology program. He now teaches resilience tools to men and law enforcement, helping them face trauma and find strength in purpose.

Connect with David Berez

📖 Book: A Resilient Life: Cops Journey in Pursuit of Purpose

🌐 Website: https://www.resilientcops.com

📧 Email: david@resilientcops.com

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What You’ll Learn

• How surviving trauma shaped David’s path from law enforcement to teaching resilience

• The mental health challenges police face during and after service

• The impact of divorce on boys’ development and masculinity

• Why courageous optimism is a foundation for positive masculinity

• • How authenticity and feedback drive growth and leadership
  • Practical tools for men to create purpose and lead by example
    

  
  

• This conversation will challenge how you see resilience, masculinity, and your role as a man. Listen in and ask yourself, where can you step up with courageous optimism in your own life?