The Johnjay Van Es Podcast
The Johnjay Van Es Podcast
JohnJay Van Es
THE CALL THAT KEPT HIM OUT OF THE TWIN TOWERS
44 minutes Posted Jul 10, 2026 at 11:00 am.
Why This Guest Matters
9/11 And The Move West
Pump And Praise For Real Talk
The Vision Behind Iron Prep
Businesses Before Basketball Dreams
A School Day Built For Growth
Overseas Pro Life And Sacrifice
Integrity Under Pressure And Support
Four Rules To Live By
Health Shifts And Seeing Clearly
New Facility And How To Reach Us
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One missed meeting on 9/11 changed Chuck Howard's life forever, and it set him on a path he never expected. In this episode, Chuck shares how that moment reshaped his purpose, led him to Arizona, and inspired him to build communities that help men and young athletes become stronger on and off the court. We talk about Pump and Praise, his free men's fitness group where workouts lead to real conversations about stress, family, and faith. We also dive into Iron Prep Academy, where basketball is ...