Welcome to the Stand Up Dude Podcast! In this powerful episode, hosts Tim Bisagno and Stewart White sit down with Pedro LaTorre—musician, author, CEO of Brave Work, and devoted follower of Jesus—for a raw, honest conversation about purpose, manhood, and identity in a culture obsessed with performance and achievement. If you’ve ever struggled to find your true purpose, wrestled with feeling “enough,” or wondered what God really thinks about you—this episode was made for you.

Pedro shares his incredible story, from experiencing the pain and confusion of a father leaving at age 7, to chasing performance-based worth, and finally discovering what it means to live FROM identity—not FOR it. You’ll get practical, gospel-centered wisdom on escaping the “performance trap,” how to let God’s view of you shape your entire life, and why surrender is the ultimate strength in the kingdom of God.

What You’ll Experience in This Episode:

• Why men often tie their worth to their achievements—and how to break free for good
• The performance trap: How striving and hustle actually keep you from your true purpose
• The biblical blueprint for manhood—strength that looks like surrender, power, and authenticity
• Facing your wounds: How the pain of your story can become power for your life AND legacy
• How to hear God’s voice and anchor your life in His unchanging love (Pedro guides you through a life-changing exercise—don’t miss it!)
• Why your identity in Jesus—not your job, status, or success—delivers real confidence and unshakeable purpose
• How to practically build rhythms of prayer, worship, and brotherhood into your journey
• How to become the man, husband, and father you were MADE to be—even after mistakes or failures

This episode cuts through surface-level “Christian” advice and invites you into deeper transformation. Pedro, Tim, and Stewart get real about their own struggles, victories, and how men can walk in both courage and vulnerability.

If you’re tired of feeling like you never measure up, or you’re hungry to finally live with the purpose God has for you, this conversation brings the hope, truth, and next steps you need.

🌟 EPISODE LINKS & RESOURCES:

– Ready to start or restart your walk with Jesus? https://standupdude.com/standup
– Accelerate your growth—free resources, guides & more: https://standupdude.com/be-more
– Connect with Pedro: Instagram @PedroLaTorre | Website: https://pedrolatorre.com
– Get updates on Pedro’s upcoming book, “The Purpose Mandate”—coming soon!
– Get Pedro's first book: The Middle Seat: Stop Craving Platforms | Start Loving People: https://a.co/d/1FWJWwV

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