Shows
Dr. Pepper and FriendsGenesis 20 Fellowship MenMen's Bible study at Fellowship Bible Church in Jackson, TN 2/4/26, Genesis 20. Pepper Pratt.
2026-02-0943 min
Dr. Pepper and FriendsEpisode 25 FieldCraft Men and Spiritual Grit with Chris SmithAuthentic faith isn’t built on intensity, willpower, or spiritual performance. It’s formed over time—through trust, humility, and endurance rooted in grace.
In this episode of Dr. Pepper & Friends, Pepper is joined by Chris Smith for a thoughtful conversation on Spiritual Grit—what it is, what it isn’t, and why so many men confuse pressure with faithfulness.
Together, they explore:
why grit without grace leads to burnout
how spiritual grit differs from white-knuc...
2026-01-2929 min
Dr. Pepper and FriendsTeaching Episode 24 Genesis 19Genesis 19 from Men's Bible Study
January 21, 2026
2026-01-2144 min
Dr. Pepper and FriendsEpisode 24 FieldCraft Men and Relationships with Jeremy BrownAuthenticity is something most men say they want—but far fewer feel safe or equipped to practice.
In this episode of Dr. Pepper & Friends, Pepper is joined by pastor and friend Jeremy Brown of Journey Church Jackson, TN for an honest conversation about men, relationships, and authenticity.
Together, they explore why many men long for deeper connection yet remain guarded; how performance, silence, or control often replace presence; and why authenticity is not oversharing, but the ability to stay grounded and honest without posturing or withdrawing.
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2026-01-2138 min
2026-01-2144 min
Dr. Pepper and FriendsThe Dangers of Lacking Adventure: Complacency, Identity, and Unhealthy EscapesWhat happens when a man neglects his need for adventure? Aaron Grissom joins Dr. Pepper & Friends to talk about this often unspoken topic.
2026-01-1904 min
Dr. Pepper and FriendsEpisode 23 FieldCraft Adventure with Aaron GrissomFieldCraft is live.
Learn more at https://www.fieldcraftoutdoorco.com/
In this episode of The State of the Man, I sit down with Aaron Grissom to talk about something many men feel—but don’t always know how to name: the need for adventure.
Not reckless thrill-seeking.
Not escape.
But what I call tactical adventure—intentional, repeatable challenge that keeps a man grounded, present, and alive in the life he already has.
2026-01-1530 min
Dr. Pepper and FriendsTeaching Episode 22 Genesis 17 Pepper PrattWelcome back! Today, we move on with the covenant promises after thirteen years of silence in Genesis 17.
Men of Fellowship Bible Study, Jackson, TN
2026-01-0744 min
Dr. Pepper and FriendsEpisode 22 FieldCraft The Framework with Will ChenaultJanuary often functions like a personal State of the Union—a moment to pause, take inventory, and get honest about where things really stand.
In this episode of Dr. Pepper & Friends, Pepper is joined by his friend and colleague Will Chenault for a deeper conversation about the current state of manhood. Not politically, but personally, relationally, spiritually, and emotionally.
This conversation explores why so many men who are responsible, faithful, and doing what needs to be done still feel quietly worn down—and why strength alone often isn’...
2026-01-0619 min
Dr. Pepper and FriendsTeaching Episode 20 The Favor of God in the New YearKaren and I had the opportunity to lead at Christ Community Church in Bells, TN at the church home of good friends Mark and Becky Howard. This takes the meaningful space between Christmas and the New Year and reminds us that a new calendar year and resolutions are not enough. We need something more.
2025-12-2925 min
Dr. Pepper and FriendsEpisode 21 Grit, Grace, & Grief Kids Grieve DifferentlyJennie Haywood, LPC/MHSP joins us in a conversation about how children grieve differently than adults. What are there needs? How are they different at differnt ages? How do you explain grief from a Christian worldview? What are the misconceptions?
In this episode, we take on those questions and more.
2025-12-1716 min
Dr. Pepper and FriendsTeaching Episode 19 Genesis 16 Pepper PrattMen of Fellowship study of Genesis 16.
2025-12-1044 min
Dr. Pepper and FriendsEpisode 20 Grit, Grace, Grief, I’m Not Crazy, just grieving SD 480pDebbie Bellinghausen, LCSW joins us in a conversation about how grief can leave us feeling crazy during the holidays, but the mood changes, busyness, and tendencies to isolate are just normal. We then get into some protips about how to resolve to not only live in peace during the holidays, but also how to fourish.
2025-12-0921 min
Dr. Pepper and FriendsTeaching Episode 18 Genesis 15Men of Fellowship Bible Study 12/3/25. Abrahamic Covenant.
2025-12-0345 min
Dr. Pepper and FriendsGrit, Grace, & Grief What Happens When You Die Eugene BrandtWe may not ask this question out loud, but today we do. What happens when you die? Pastor Eugene Brandt shares the hope we have in Christ as well as comfort to those who are grieving.
2025-12-0221 min
Dr. Pepper and FriendsEpisode 18-Grit, Grace & Grief--Grief Where is God when it hurts with Will ChenaultToday, we begin a new series through the holidays called Grit, Grief, & Grace. Today, we are joined by Will Chenault to talk about a question we all ask during the dark times.
If you would like a free resource, 5 Signs of Unhealed Trauma, here is a link:
https://pepper-s-site-4aec.thinkific.com/products/digital_downloads/ai-placeholder
2025-11-2526 min
Dr. Pepper and FriendsTeaching Episode 17 Genesis 14War in the Land, Genesis 14, and a mysterious Old Testament figure.
2025-11-1945 min
Dr. Pepper and FriendsEpisode 17 Adultery The Work Ahead Betrayed PARTNER Pepper Pratt, PhD & Scarlett Henley, MAIn mental health, we have realized a missed opportunity to tend to the needs, specifically the trauma exposure, of the betrayed partner. In today's episode, Scarlett Henley, MA joins us to talk about partner betrayal recovery.
To learn more about ReDiscover us email info@theprattclinic.com or check out the following link: https://theprattclinic.com/rediscover-us/
Here are a couple of other episodes that may be helpful, especially to consider what you level of care you may need.
Marriage Checkup
2025-11-1823 min
Dr. Pepper and FriendsTeaching Episode 16 Genesis 13We continue in our Bible Study in Genesis in Chapter 13--Abram and Lot part ways.
2025-11-1641 min
Dr. Pepper and FriendsEpisode 16 Adultery The Work Ahead Betrayer Pepper Pratt, PhD & Will Chenault, ThMWelcome in as we talk about "the work ahead" in affair recovery.
Please email info@thepratclinic.com if you are interested in an intensive with either Will or Pepper to address issues such as (but not limited to) betrayal by adultery and how to heal.
In the show, we mention an acronym for ATTUNEMENT.
Attunement
Attunement = emotional responsiveness + curiosity + care
Acronym used in clinical work:
A — Aw...
2025-11-1135 min
2025-11-0545 min
Dr. Pepper and FriendsEpisode 15 Adultery Part 2 Roadmap to Healing Pepper Pratt, PhDToday shifts from destruction to healing. Many couples give up, but healing —even through adultery —is possible; you have to have grit, grace, and a lot of humility to see things get better.
If you need help, we are here for you. Check out these previous episodes that describe how we help.
Marriage Checkup--https://youtu.be/CKKPRqfbJ3E
When it's Time to Get Help--https://youtu.be/XN1eV1IB46k
Feel free to message me or e...
2025-11-0417 min
2025-10-2941 min
Dr. Pepper and FriendsEpisode 14 Adultery Part 1 Dynamics of Destruciton Pepper Pratt, PhDWhen an affair hits, it feels like a tornado—sudden, disorienting, and devastating. In this episode, Dr. Pepper Pratt explores the conditions that make affairs possible, the different types of affairs, and the path of destruction they leave behind. Drawing from the ReDiscover Us 8-Week Intensive, this teaching helps couples understand what’s happening beneath the chaos and how to stabilize before trying to rebuild.
➡️ Learn more about the ReDiscover Us: https://theprattclinic.com/rediscover-us/
➡️ Episode helping you through a "marriage checkup"
https://youtu.be/CKKPRqfbJ...
2025-10-2719 min
Dr. Pepper and FriendsTeaching Episode 13 Genesis 9:18 10Men of Fellowship, Wednesday morning Bible study.
2025-10-2441 min
Dr. Pepper and FriendsEpisode 13 Grit, Grace, and BOYS Raising SONS Pepper and Michael SparksWhy do boys need structure so much?
Why do they test limits, shut down emotionally, or seem allergic to sitting still?
In this episode of Dr. Pepper & Friends, Pepper Pratt and friend Michael Sparks unpack what’s really going on in the brains, hormones, and hearts of boys—and how parents can raise emotionally healthy, confident young men.
They discuss:
✅ Why structure feels like safety to boys
✅ How both mom and dad shape identity and confidence
✅ The...
2025-10-2131 min
Dr. Pepper and FriendsTeaching Episode 12 Genesis 8 9Men of Fellowship Wednesday morning Bible studay from 10/15/25, Pepper continues in study on Genesis,. Chapter 8-9:17.
2025-10-1650 min
Dr. Pepper and FriendsEpisode 12 Grit, Grace, and Girls Raising Daughters Will Chenault and Debbie BellinghausenAs we continue our series on Parenting, Debbie Bellinghausen, LCSW and Will Chenault, ThM host a show about Raising Daughters. They discuss the wiring of girls,, their needs and the sacred duty of parents to be role models, bestowers of beauty and grace and responsibility for the treasures we are to steward.
2025-10-1426 min
Dr. Pepper and FriendsTeaching Episode 11 Genesis 7This speicial episode includes teaching on Chapter 7 but also an honorable tribute to one of our own, Bob Ragon, who served on our Grub Team faithfully for the past 3 years. We continue to pray for the Ragon family and the siblings as they grieve, but celebrate his life and his faith as we allow God to provide shelter in the storm through one another.
2025-10-0250 min
Dr. Pepper and FriendsEpisode 11 Parenting and Lawn CareJoining friend, Pastor Dave Jackson, in Pensacola, Florida, with men from Heritage Baptist Church for a talk on parenting.
Everything I Know About Parenting, I Learned in Basic Lawn Care.
2025-09-3029 min
Dr. Pepper and FriendsTeaching Episode 10 Genesis 5 6Men of Fellowship, Jackson, TN, Wednesday Morning Bible Study.
Thank you for praying us in Bob Ragon. May you rest in peace, walking with Jesus.
2025-09-3045 min
Dr. Pepper and FriendsEpisode 10 Boundaries With Grandparents Laura Freeman, LMFTWelcome to another episode of Dr. Pepper & Friends! Today we are joined by an old friend, Laura Freeman, LMFT, from Mandeville, LA. Today's conversation involves the grit and grace it takes to navigate boundaries with parents and adult children around GRANDPARENTING!
Check out some free downloads below as well as some e-courses.
🎁 FREE DOWNLOAD:
The 5 Warning Signs of Unhealed Trauma
Learn how trauma can show up in hidden ways—and what to do about it.
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2025-09-2329 min
Dr. Pepper and FriendsTeaching Episode 9 Sin Spirals Genesis 3-4 Pepper PrattGenesis 3:14 through chapter 4. Consequences of the Fall, Cain and Abel.
2025-09-1745 min
Dr. Pepper and FriendsEpisode 9 The Permissive vs Restrictive Parent Aron StrongToday, we are joined by Aron Strong, a licensed marriage and family therapist from Murfreesboro, TN--founder of Pathways (in Middle TN), inRelationship, and co-teacher/facilitator of Created for Connection, a bi-annual couples experience in Brentwood, TN
We take on the topic of parenting and specifically, the "restrictive vs. permissive" parent. Rarely are two parents at the same place on this spectrum. As it turns out, this is a STRENGTH in your relationship rather than a weakness!
Links to Aron's work:
For...
2025-09-1630 min
Dr. Pepper and FriendsTeaching Episode 8 Genesis 3 Charles CampbellAdam and Eve had it all. Food, plenty of pets. And then....
Charles Campbell teaches on Genesis 3, The Fall.
2025-09-1125 min
Dr. Pepper and FriendsEpisode 8 The Rules of Estrangement with Dr Joshua Coleman Part 2 ReconciliaitonWhat do you do when an adult child cuts ties—and what does that feel like for a parent? In this heartfelt and insightful episode of Dr. Pepper & Friends, host Dr. Pepper Pratt welcomes Dr. Joshua Coleman, author of The Rules of Estrangement. With over 40 years of clinical experience and personal insight, Dr. Coleman helps parents navigate the emotional minefield of estrangement.
In this episode, Part 1, we explore:
Common reasons adult children withdraw—including cultural, generational, and psychological dynamics.
How to understand your child’s pers...
2025-09-0915 min
Dr. Pepper and FriendsTeaching Episode 7 Genesis 2 Trees, Dust, Bones, and BondingWelcome to the teaching series in Genesis. Pepper takes on the Sabbath, the theme of trees, the intimacy of the creation of man, the building of woman and how the stage is set for the Fall.
2025-09-0347 min
Dr. Pepper and FriendsEpisode 7 The Rules of Estrangement with Dr Joshua Coleman Part 1 The ProblemWhat do you do when an adult child cuts ties—and what does that feel like for a parent? In this heartfelt and insightful episode of Dr. Pepper & Friends, host Dr. Pepper Pratt welcomes Dr. Joshua Coleman, author of The Rules of Estrangement. With over 40 years of clinical experience and personal insight, Dr. Coleman helps parents navigate the emotional minefield of estrangement.
In this episode, Part 1, we explore:
Common reasons adult children withdraw—including cultural, generational, and psychological dynamics.
How to understand your child’s pers...
2025-09-0219 min
Dr. Pepper and FriendsTeaching Episode 5 Fresh Starts The Favor of GodWelcome in! This is the 5th and final message in a series at Highland Park Baptist Church in Jackson, TN called FRESH STARTS.
In this message, Pepper Pratt explores the meaning of the "favor of God". What does it mean to have blessings? To be blessed? To whom is the "favor of God" available?
Join us in Luke 4:18 as we worship.
2025-08-3135 min
Dr. Pepper and FriendsTeaching Episode 6- The God of Beginnings, Genesis 1Week 1: Genesis 1 of Men of Fellowship Wednesday Morning Bible study. We kick off the new Bible study year. Anyone is welome to listen. Men from anywhere in the area are welcome to attend 6:15 am for breakfast and 6:30 for teaching until 7:30 am each Wednesday. You are not required to attend Fellowship Bible Church. We meet in the Barn at Fellowship on the corner of Pleasant Plains and McClellan in Jackson, TN.
2025-08-2840 min
Dr. Pepper and FriendsEpisode 6 Couples Therapy When is the Time to Get Help? with Will Chenault 2How do you know if it’s time for couples therapy? In this episode of Dr. Pepper & Friends, Will and I unpack the signs that your marriage may need more than podcasts, books, or casual conversations—we’re talking about when to seek professional help.
Together, we’ll explore:
✅ The difference between normal conflict and destructive patterns
✅ How to recognize when communication has broken down
✅ When listening to podcasts and reading books isn’t enough
✅ The difference between weekly counseling, 8-week intensives, and 3...
2025-08-2628 min
Dr. Pepper and FriendsTeaching Episode 4 Fresh Starts for Broken Heatrs Pepper Pratt 4Episode 4 at Highland Park Sunday, 8/24/25. Struggling with brokenheartedness? This episode is for you.
Coming soon: Genesis!
2025-08-2536 min
Dr. Pepper and FriendsEpisode 5 Marriage Checkup with Will ChenaultThis week's episode of grit and grace offers a checkup for your marriage. Will Chenault and Dr. Pepper walk you through the essential ingredients of a healthy relationship. Simply give yourself a score from 1-10 and see where there are strengths and challenge areas. Be sure to use the attached file to follow along and:
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Link for the SOUND RELATIONSHIP House:
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2025-08-1925 min
Dr. Pepper and FriendsTeaching Episode 3 Fresh Starts for Your Blind Spots Pepper Pratt 3The third in a five-part series called Fresh Starts for All Your Parts. This is from John 9 on Blind Spots. The blind see, and those who think they see are actually blind. What would happen if Christ corrected your vision? Tune in to this all-audio message from Highland Park Baptist Church in Jackson, TN.
Video available at Highland Park's YouTube Channel:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vKEHmumYQFE
2025-08-1740 min
Dr. Pepper and FriendsEpisode 4 Naomi WatsonWelcome back to Dr. Pepper & Friends—where grit, grace, and wholehearted living come together.
If you’ve ever said:
“I’m always tired.”
“My body hurts, but the doctor says I’m fine.”
“I just don’t feel like myself anymore…”
You’re not alone. And you’re not imagining it.
This week, I’m joined by Naomi Watson, PA-C—a provider who blends neuroscience, nutrition, and hands-on healing to uncover the real reasons behind anxiety, ach...
2025-08-1220 min
Dr. Pepper and FriendsTeaching Episode 2 Fresh Starts for Your Captive Parts Pepper Pratt 2Part 2 in a series on Fresh Starts at Highland Park Church in Jackson, TN. This is audio only and can be listened to on Apple and Spotify. Also, the video is available at
https://www.youtube.com/live/R8dVvqaO01w?si=b0lvluK7L1z78sqC.
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2025-08-1141 min
Dr. Pepper and FriendsTeaching Episode 1-Fresh Starts--The Poor in HeartThis audio episode is from a sermon series Fresh Starts for All Your Parts on August 3, 2025, at Highland Park Baptist Church with Dr. Pepper Pratt.
2025-08-1041 min
Dr. Pepper and FriendsEpisode 3 Trauma Hidden in Plain Sight-Why You’re Reacting and Don’t Even Know Why-w/Jennie HaywoodWelcome back to Dr. Pepper & Friends—where grit, grace, and wholehearted living come together.
In this episode, we’re digging into a truth that surprises a lot of people:
Trauma isn’t always obvious.
It doesn’t just come from a car crash or major event.
Sometimes, it hides in your habits:
✅ People-pleasing
✅ Overthinking
✅ Emotional shutdown
✅ Trouble trusting
✅ Feeling “too much” or “not enough”
My guest, J...
2025-08-0523 min
Dr. Pepper and FriendsEpisode 2 Calming the Chaos Regulating Debbie BellinghausenWelcome to Dr. Pepper & Friends—where grit, grace, and wholehearted living come together.
Today’s episode is all about calming the internal chaos we all feel at times.
✅ Why your brain and nervous system sometimes go into overdrive
✅ What it means when you “flip your lid”
✅ How to regulate before you navigate
✅ Simple grounding techniques you can start using today
My guest, Debbie Bellinghausen, is a seasoned therapist who brings clarity and warmth to this c...
2025-07-1319 min
Dr. Pepper and FriendsEpisode 1 Wholehearted Living, Grit, and Grace Will ChenaultWelcome to the very first episode of Dr. Pepper & Friends—where grit, grace, and wholehearted living come together.
You are not broken. You are wounded. And wounds can heal.
In this conversation, we explore:
✅ Why shame keeps you stuck in old patterns
✅ The difference between being defective and being wounded
✅ How vulnerability becomes the starting point for real healing
✅ What grit and grace look like in everyday life
My g...
2025-07-1227 minDr. Pepper and FriendsDr Pepper & Friends Show Announcement YTAnnouncing podcast for Mental Health, Relationships, and Faith.
2025-07-0403 min