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 Too many men have withdrawn or thrown in the towel to the detriment of their families.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?”
When Churches Go Quiet: A Conversation with Dr. Willy Rice
On this episode of The Bonafide Man Podcast, hosts Marty McLain and Dave Johnson interview Dr. Willy Rice, President of the Southern Baptist Convention, about the urgent need for pastors to speak out on cultural and political issues. Dr. Rice argues that a past trend of avoiding "culture-war" topics left pastors silent during major societal shifts on marriage. When counseling voters, he notes that a vote is "not a Valentine," meaning Christians must choose the best option among imperfect candidates. He also rejects socialism and the political ideology of Islamism. Finally, critiquing the seeker-sensitive movement and an industry obsession with crowd size—themes from his book, The Show—Dr. Rice urges churches to prioritize spiritual health over numerical growth.
19 Oct 2026
Forged By The Fire: A Conversation with Steve Baumgartner
On this episode of the Bonafide Man Podcast, Dave and Marty sit down with Steve Bumgartner to discuss how adversity, faith, and brotherhood can reshape a man's life. Steve shares his raw journey from childhood trauma and addiction to rebuilding his marriage, health, and purpose. Together, they break down the high cost of putting comfort ahead of family—and show why real freedom comes from owning your choices and becoming the man God called you to be.
13 Oct 2026
Pastors and Politics: A Conversation with Christian Lobbyist Mike Griffin
In this episode of the Bonafide Man Podcast, hosts Marty McLain and Dave Johnson interview Georgia Baptist public-affairs leader Mike Griffin on how pastors can address political issues with conviction, humility, and compassion. The discussion spans critical topics such as religious liberty, voting responsibilities and the church's role in addressing cultural issues, and the dangers of political disengagement and government overreach. Additionally, the conversation highlights the importance of combining pro-life values with practical support for families and mothers, concluding with an encouraging call for men to embrace faith, discipleship, and servant leadership within their homes.
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