Men's Divorce Recovery
Men's Divorce Recovery exists to empower divorced men through support, knowledge, and encouragement to survive and thrive beyond divorce and become resilient, strong, and wise. New episodes will be dropped every other week. We look forward to walking with you on this Journey to Recovery. Find us on Facebook and Instagram @officialmensdivorcerecovery or visit us at www.MensDivorceRecovery.org
Episodes
105 episodes
Betrayal, Trauma, and the Man You’re Meant to Be - Part One
In this episode of the Men’s Divorce Recovery Podcast, Dale sits down with Ralph Brewer to unpack the deep connection between childhood trauma, adult relationships, and the path to becoming a stronger man. Ralph shares how unresolved wounds can...
Burnout Isn’t Failure: God’s Invitation to Rest and Renewal
In this episode of the Men’s Divorce Recovery Podcast, we talk with Keith Cole—a Marine Corps combat veteran and author of Burnout: God’s Recovery Plan—about why burnout after divorce isn’t failure, but often the result of car...
The Gift of Redemption Part Two
PART TWO OF EPISODEIn this episode we sit down with author and theologian Dr. Chad Bird to explore what it means to walk with God through failure, loss, and the painful aftermath of divorce. Drawing from his books Night Driving, Limping ...
The Gift of Redemption Part One
In this episode we sit down with author and theologian Dr. Chad Bird to explore what it means to walk with God through failure, loss, and the painful aftermath of divorce. Drawing from his books Night Driving, Limping with God, and Untamed Pray...
Sobriety Saved My Marriage Part Two
PART TWOIn this powerful episode of the Men’s Divorce Recovery Podcast, we sit down with a husband and father whose life was once defined by alcohol, drugs, denial, and the quiet slavery of addiction—but who found true freedom not throug...
Sobriety Saved My Marriage Part One
In this powerful episode of the Men’s Divorce Recovery Podcast, we sit down with a husband and father whose life was once defined by alcohol, drugs, denial, and the quiet slavery of addiction—but who found true freedom not through willpower, bu...
Abide in My Love: A Year of Healing, Faith, and Recovery
In this special year-in-review episode, Dale and Chris walk back through the full journey of Men’s Divorce Recovery in 2025 — beginning with the early uncertainty and fear that often mark the start of d...
Finding Peace This Thanksgiving After Divorce
In this short Thanksgiving episode, we share a few simple but meaningful tips for spending the holiday alone after a divorce. From giving yourself permission to feel, to creating intentional plans, to starting new traditions...
Permission to Hurt and Permission to Heal
In this heartfelt episode, Dale reflects on the ten-year anniversary of his own divorce — a milestone that brings both pain and perspective. He opens up about the deep valleys of heartbr...
What If I Still Love My Ex-Wife
n this heartfelt episode, Chris explores one of the hardest questions men face after divorce — “What if I still love my ex-wife?” In the episode we unpack why feelings of love can li...
Facing the Fire: How Men Can Confront Anger in Divorce
In this episode, we confront one of the hardest emotions men face in divorce — anger. Emotions are real, and like a thermometer
Blending Families with Faith Part Two
PART TWO In this episode of Men’s Divorce Recovery, Dale and Chris sit down with Ron Deal, director of FamilyLife Blended®, to talk about the challenges and blessings of life after divorce. To...
Blending Families with Faith Part One
In this episode of Men’s Divorce Recovery, Dale and Chris sit down with Ron Deal, director of FamilyLife Blended®, to talk about the challenges and blessings of life after divorce. Together they unpack th...
Making Marriage Work, Divorce in First Responders
In this episode, Dale and Chris sit down with Tim Rutledge, Director of LEAPS Training and a retired narcotics agent, to explore the unique challenges first responders face in marriage—and the difficult road ...
Navigating the Deep Sadness of a Relationship Ending
In this episode of Men’s Divorce Recovery, we explore the deep sadness that comes with the end of a relationship and how to navigate it in a healthy, God-centered way. Christoph...
What Does a Win Look Like?
In this episode of Men’s Divorce Recovery, Dale Brown explores the question, "What does a win really look like after divorce?" Instead of chasing shallow victories, Dale unpacks five meaningful type...
When It All Falls Apart: Facing the Worst Day of Your Life
We all face moments in life that bring us to our knees—days when it feels like everything we've built has come crashing down. In this solo episode, Chris gets real about what to do when you're living through the wors...
Divorced in Africa: One Man’s Story of Recovery and Redemption
In this powerful episode we sit down with Michael Mmunthali from Malawi, to explore the often-unspoken realities of divorce for men in African cultures. Michael shares his personal journey through heartbreak, cultura...
When You Hurt
On today's episode Dale discusses important parts of his book, The Daily Survival Guide for Divorced Men. Specifically Dale discusses what happens when you hurt during the divorce process. He looks at what happens to yo...
Faith Under Fire Part Two
INTERVIEW PART TWOIn this powerful episode of Men’s Divorce Recovery, we sit down with Bree Sullivan-Howell, author of Crush Your Divorce and Keep Your Faith, to explore how Christian men can navigate the emo...
Faith Under Fire Part One
In this powerful episode of Men’s Divorce Recovery, we sit down with Bree Sullivan-Howell, author of Crush Your Divorce and Keep Your Faith, to explore how Christian men can navigate the emotional, spiritual, and leg...
Back to the Basics
Today we take things back to the beginning by revisiting the Stages of Divorce developed by Dale. Specifically Dale and Chris will discuss the “Shock” stage and the “Raw Pain” stage, while touching on how they integr...
What We Can Learn About Love from the Life of Pope Francis
In this episode we explore surprising lessons on love, healing, and personal growth through the life and example of Pope Francis. From his focus on compassion and forgiveness to his deep humility and expansive view of l...
