The Bonafide Man Podcast

The Bonafide Man Podcast is cohosted by Marty McLain and David Johnson. Marty has over 30 years in vocational ministry and he is the author of two book. David brings 30 years of serving in executive positions in corporate America. Additionally, David is a sought-after speaker on the topic of sales and leadership development. The aim of the podcast is to encourage men not to give up. Too many men have withdrawn or thrown in the towel to the detriment of their families. We want to provide examples of men who have faced adversity and have not given up. Men who have maintained focus amid chaos. We ask questions such as “what separates those who stay strong and those who give up?” “How can men encourage other men not to give up?”

The Bonafide Man Podcast is a society podcast hosted by marty mclain, with 48 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

marty mclain hosts The Bonafide Man Podcast, a society show with 48 episodes published.

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  Episode #32

  Hope For the Forgotten: A Conversation with Ferrell Brown

  Aug 16, 20261h 36mS1

  In this episode of the Bonafide Man Podcast, Dave Johnson interviews longtime friend Ferrell Brown about his journey from a challenging North Carolina upbringing to global ministry and business leadership. Ferrell shares how two defining moments led him to mission work in Russia, Africa, and India, spanning large-scale crusades, youth ministry, and anti-trafficking efforts. The discussion covers faith, manhood, and living with purpose, before highlighting Ferrell's new Miami initiative, a drop-in center providing safety and gospel-centered care for women surviving trafficking.

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  A New Fire

  Aug 15, 20265 min

  In this Leadership Minute, Dave Johnson explains that true leadership is defined by showing up for people during moments of failure. Using Jesus restoring Peter after his denial, the message emphasizes grace, redemption, and the truth that a person’s worst mistake does not define their future.

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  Episode #31

  A Message on How You Can Experience an Unshakable Peace

  Aug 11, 202629 minS1

  Are you tired of carrying the weight of conflict and anxiety? In this episode of The Bonafide Man Podcast , Marty shares a recent church message on the secret to lasting peace. Discover how anchoring your life in Christ, choosing gentleness, and transforming your thought patterns allows God to carry the burdens you were never meant to hold.

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  Episode #30

  Defending The Faith: A Conversation with Dave and Marty

  Aug 1, 202650 minS1

  On this episode of The Bonafide Man Podcast, Dave and Marty discuss leading with integrity, humility, and purpose as men, fathers, and community members. They cover faith, politics, personal accountability, and parenting without overprotecting. Ultimately, they emphasize that true leadership prioritizes presence, self-awareness, dependability, and consistent values over control and appearances.

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  If You Poison a Woman's Husband Don't Expect Her to Marry Your Son

  Aug 1, 20265 min

  In this episode of A Moment in Church History, Marty McLain recounts Adelaide’s dramatic escape from Italy’s King Berengar, who had imprisoned her after poisoning her husband. Seeking refuge, she appealed to the German king, Otto. Their subsequent marriage fused deep personal loyalty with brilliant political strategy. Otto went on to crush his rivals, rescue Pope John XII, and secure his coronation as Holy Roman Emperor—a move that expanded German dominance into Italy and brought the papacy firmly under imperial control."

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