Man of War: Forging Men into Warriors

Man of War: Forging Men into Warriors

Author: Rafa Conde Language: English Episodes: 100
Rafa Conde isn't interested in easy answers or vague inspiration. In Man of War: Forging Men into Warriors, the combat-proven veteran and leadership coach digs into the raw, often uncomfortable process of building a man who can lead and protect in every arena. This isn't about abstract theory; it's a direct transmission from the front lines of life. Each conversation in this podcast pulls back the curtain on how elite performers-from special operations and law enforcement to dedicated fathers and business leaders-actually operate. You'll hear their unfiltered stories, the failures that shaped them, and the disciplined mindsets they rely on when everything is on the line. Rafa connects these principles across domains, showing how the same focus applied in a firefight translates to decisive leadership in a boardroom or the quiet consistency required at home. The aim is practical and profound: moving beyond surface-level motivation to forge a resilient, capable character. If you're looking for a real dialogue about strength, duty, and integrity, this is where that work happens. Tune in for honest discussions that challenge the modern definition of a warrior and provide a tangible blueprint for personal evolution.
Episodes
Conditioned to Dominate | Ep. 248 w/Phil Daru [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:10:25
Most men train. Very few build themselves into weapons. In this episode of the Man of War Podcast, I sit down with world-renowned performance coach Phil Daru the man behind some of the most dangerous fighters and elite a…
Stop Playing Rich, Start Building Wealth | Ep 247 w/John Gafford [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 58:53
Most men chase money without a real strategy and John Gafford explains exactly why that keeps them stuck. In this episode of the Man of War Podcast, I sit down with John Gafford to break down real wealth building, discip…
You’re Not Serious About Success | Ep.246 w/Dan Peña [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:46:49
Most men think success comes from motivation, inspiration, and hype. Dan Peña says that’s exactly why they stay broke. In this episode of the Man of War Podcast, I sit down with Dan Peña to talk about discipline, standar…
🔴 Real Leadership starts AT HOME! | Ep. 243 w⧸ Giovanni Feroce [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:34:47
Most men think leadership comes from politics, titles, or money. But what if real leadership starts at home? In this episode of the Man of War Podcast, I sit down with Giovanni to explore fatherhood, faith, discipline, a…
You’re Chasing the Wrong Purpose|Ep.242 w⧸ Mark Shapiro [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:31:36
Most men chase money thinking it’s the ultimate goal. But what if that’s not the real win? In this conversation, I sits down with Mark Shapiro to unpack what real power looks like. It’s not about dollar signs or status.…