The Army of Great Men
In an era where masculinity often faces misunderstandings and stereotypes, 'The Army of Great Men' emerges as a sanctuary for open dialogue and genuine self-discovery. Hosted by Adam Derges, this podcast is a rallying call for men who seek to embrace their true selves, beyond societal labels.
The Army of Great Men is not just about fortifying your strengths; it's about recognizing and owning your vulnerabilities. Each episode is an invitation to explore the depths of masculinity – discussing the tough issues, sharing struggles, and celebrating the courage to be vulnerable. We delve into topics that matter, from mental health and emotional resilience to overcoming life's obstacles with integrity and grace.
Join Adam and a diverse array of guests – thinkers, doers, and change-makers – as they share their journeys of triumphs and tribulations. Discover how embracing vulnerability isn't a weakness, but the cornerstone of true strength and authenticity.
Subscribe to 'The Army of Great Men' and be part of a community where honest conversations ignite personal growth and redefine what it means to be a strong, masculine man in today's world.
Episodes
45 episodes
Is Alberta Allowed To Leave Canada? A Constitutional Lawyer Responds
Keith Wilson returns to break down one of the biggest questions in Canadian politics right now: can Alberta actually leave Canada?This conversation responds directly to the critics, the snark, and the social media takes — and gets into ...
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Episode 44
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1:33:41
Two Afghanistan Veterans Explain: What Makes A Man?
Two Afghanistan veterans sit down with Adam for an honest conversation about masculinity, sacrifice, leadership, brotherhood, and what military service teaches you about being a man.Not a culture war debate — a real conversation about r...
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Episode 43
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Is Affirmation Replacing Mental Health? With Scott Newgent
A recent shooting in British Columbia kickstarted reaction across both the left and the right.Instead of reacting from a side, Adam sits down with Scott Newgent to talk through what actually happens when tragedy collides with identity, p...
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Episode 42
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What Does Equalization Mean For Alberta? - With Tanner Hnidey
On this episode, Adam chats with Tanner Hnidey -an independent economist with the Alberta Prosperity Project - for a deep dive into answering the question of exactly what equalization payments are, how they work and what it all means for Albert...
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Episode 41
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What Would Actually Happen If Alberta Separated? A Constitutional Lawyer Explains
On this episode, Adam invites constitutional lawyer Keith Wilson and Tanya Clemens from the Alberta Prosperity Project to break down what would actually happen if Alberta separated from Canada. From pension plans and oil & gas to refining, ...
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1:35:18
Did What We Do During COVID Actually Make Sense? With Blaine Achen
Did we bungle our approach to COVID?In this episode, Adam sits down with Dr. Blaine Achen, a cardiac anesthesiologist at the University of Alberta, for a candid conversation about how we handled the pandemic — and what we might do diffe...
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1:45:47
The Canadian Land Claim Dilemma - Do you Really Own Your Land? With Thomas Isaac
BC’s bombshell land-title ruling just rewrote the rules.Do you actually own your property—or could Aboriginal title claims take it tomorrow?Nationally recognized Aboriginal-law expert Thomas Isaac (former senior advisor to two federa...
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1:07:37
My Dad Was Canada’s Loudest Patriot - with Tim Cherry
He was (and still is!) without question Canada’s loudest patriot...love him or hate him, everyone knows Don Cherry.Now his son Tim Cherry sits down with Adam for the first time to talk growing up with Grapes, the real story behind Poppy...
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1:08:44
Can The Law Survive WOKE Judges? With Glenn Blackett
Canada’s courts were once blind. Now they’re woke.Calgary civil-rights lawyer Glenn Blackett is personally suing the Law Society of Alberta over forced “cultural competency” indoctrination. He and Adam expose how political agendas have capt...
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Does Canada HATE Conservatives? Episode 36
Is Canada now left of the entire U.S.? With 65% voting left-wing—higher than any U.S. party since 1936—Alberta stands alone, red in a sea of blue. Dive in as Adam exposes the political chasm splitting the nation, why equalization fuels rage, an...
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What is the Hoffman Process? How ONE WEEK can change your life! With Helen Valleau - Episode 35
What is the Hoffman Process? Join Adam as he shares how one angry phone call—cursing out coach Helen Valo—sparked a life-changing week. From being in the ditch to finding balance and purpose, discover how the Hoffman Process breaks negative pat...
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Can a Plane Crash Give Your Life Purpose? - With Dave Jonsson - Episode 34
Can a plane crash give your life purpose? Join Dave Jonsson as he relives the terrifying moment his plane plummeted at 125 km/h into a mountain valley—and miraculously survived. From a fearless skateboarder to a pro skater and pastor, Dave reve...
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57:33
How My Baptism Led to Wrestling With God - Episode 33
How does a heart-pounding baptism spark a battle with faith? Join Adam as he shares his raw journey from a life-changing moment in the tub to wrestling with God and the flaws of Christianity. From feeling the Holy Spirit’s call to confronting j...
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Will Alberta Break Up With Canada? Episode 32
Can Alberta break free from Canada and spark a national revolution? Join Adam for a fiery discussion with Tanya Clemens and Dr. Dennis Modry as they reveal how Alberta could slash taxes to 8% and unlock unprecedented prosperity for families. Di...
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1:29:25
What Happens In A Psychedelic Therapy Session? With Jill Walsh
In this episode, Adam is joined by Jill Walsh, a therapist specializing in psychedelic therapy for a deep dive into what it means to heal and grow through the use of psychedelics. Discover how MDMA and psilocybin heal PTSD and spark personal gr...
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How Vulnerability Changed My Life, with Chris Barthelme - Episode 30
In this episode, former army ranger turned life coach and friend of the show, Chris Barthelme returns for a second appearance for a revealing and thought provoking deep dive into what it means to be vulnerable in today's society. From writing h...
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What I Learned From My Divorce - Episode 29
In this episode, Adam dives deep into the lessons learned from his divorce - the wisdom hard-earned, and the gifts that resulted from it. Despite the pain of separation, Adam found a way through it, and ultimately has found gratitude in a place...
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The WWII Soldiers You've Never Heard of - With Robert B. O'Connor - Episode 28
In this episode, Adam chats with author Robert B. O'Connor about his historical fiction book involving an elite platoon of WWII soldiers comprised of the likes of Mickey Rooney, Mel Brooks and even Sammy Davis Jr - all of whom provided entertai...
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55:58
How to Build a Football Legacy - With Lorenzo Alexander - Episode 27
In this conversation, Adam interviews former NFL player Lorenzo Alexander, exploring his unique journey from a challenging upbringing in Oakland to becoming a respected leader in the NFL. Lorenzo shares insights on the importance of mentorship,...
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59:17
The Ultimate Question…Fit In or Flock Off? Episode 26
In the first episode of 2025, Adam explores how a short book can be the catalyst for change in your life - by looking at Richard Bach's famous novella, he shows how by forging your own path and doing things your own way, it might just be the ke...
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32:53
This Is How You Deal With A Narcissist, with Dave Morgan - Episode 25
At this point at the end of 2024, the word 'narcissist' is one of the most over-used words in the dictionary - but for those who have suffered at the hands of one, the term has a very real meaning. This week, Adam chats with Dave Morgan; a narc...
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How To Start The (Bills) Mafia - With Del Reid - Episode 24
Have you ever wanted to know what it's like to be in the mafia? In this episode, Adam finds out exactly that by talking to Del Reid, the founder of the Bills Mafia movement. A diehard Buffalo Bills fan, Del shares his journey from being a lifel...
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MAHA From The Inside: RFK Jr's Plan To Make America Healthy Again - With Emma Post - Episode 23
In this episode, Adam chats with the press secretary for the MAHA movement - Emma Post. In this interview, they do a deep dive into the MAHA movement from the inside - what it was like coming out in support of Trump, our strange political momen...
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Here's What All Leaders Have In Common - Episode 22
Have you ever wanted to know what all leaders have in common? Whether it's a boardroom CEO, the coach of a highschool soccer team or just a friend motivating another, this one thing unites all of them, and it's not what you might think.
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Wondering Why Your Friends And Family Voted for Trump? Here's Why - Episode 21
Why did so many Americans vote for Trump? In this episode, Adam dives into the untold story behind Trump’s appeal, challenging the oversimplified narrative of racism and sexism. Through personal experiences and sharp insights, Adam unpacks the ...
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