About this episode

In this episode, Joe Horan discusses the Building Men Program and its impact on young men in Syracuse.

In this episode, we sit down with Joe Horan, Executive Director of the Building Men Program. Joe is doing incredible work within the Syracuse City School District, providing young men with the tools, mentorship, and character development they need to thrive. We dive deep into the reality of navigating life as a young man today and why adversity isn't just a challenge—it's a necessity for growth. Joe shares how the program is shifting the culture in our schools and helping youth realize their potential in a truly beautiful way. Behind the Scenes: We were honored to have Spectrum News on-site during this recording, capturing the impact of Joe’s work for a special segment. Keep an eye out for their coverage of the Building Men mission! https://spectrumlocalnews.com/.../the-matt-and-monica... In This Episode, We Discuss: The Mission of Building Men: How the program started and why it’s vital for Syracuse youth. Navigating Adversity: Why facing hard things is the key to building resilience and character. Impact on the District: Real stories of how mentorship is changing lives in the classroom and beyond. Check Out Joe Horan’s Books:A Teacher, A Coach, A Man: The Journey to the Heart…

People in this episode

Hosts: Matt Spellicy, Monica Spellicy

Guest: Joe Horan

Topics covered

• mentorship
• adversity
• youth development
• character building
• education
• Syracuse

Keywords

• Building Men Program
• Joe Horan
• mentorship
• adversity
• Syracuse City School District
• character development
• youth empowerment

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Building Men Program, Syracuse City School District, Spectrum News, coachjoehoran.com, buildingmenprogram.org, BuildingMenProgram, Facebook, LinkedIn

Products: A Teacher, A Coach, A Man: The Journey to the Heart, Building Men Playbook: A Manual on How to Create and Implement a Building Men Program

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