# Young Men Are (Quietly) Giving Up...Here's Why!

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Published: 2026-04-17T15:56:00+00:00
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## Resource

This episode was sponsored by Cardiff & ExtinctMALE LightSpeed VT: https://www.lightspeedvt.com/ Dropping Bombs Podcast: https://www.droppingbombs.com/ Today's Dropping Bombs episode features Jimmie Harris, founder of ExtinctMALE — a movement helping men reclaim who they're supposed to be. Jimmie went to prison young, turned his life around through faith, and built a successful business empire from nearly nothing. Now he's on a mission to bring real masculinity back. We break down what real masculinity actually looks like, why so many men have lost it, and what it takes to get it back. No fluff — just a raw, honest conversation about identity, responsibility, and why the world needs strong men now more than ever. This is the conversation most men aren't having… but should be. 🔗 Connect with Jimmie Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/extinct_male1/ Websites: http://extinctmale.com | http://custombrickworkinc.com Watch the full-length video version of any Dropping Bombs episode here on YouTube . Brad Lea is a self-made entrepreneur who turned small-town grit into a multi-million-dollar empire. With over 25 years dominating sales and leadership, he's mentored thousands to outsmart, outwork, and out win their competition. His top-rated podcast, Dropping Bombs, brings raw, game-changing insights from the biggest names in business. LightSpeed VT is Brad's brainchild—the world's leading interactive training platform. It's built to make your team sharper, faster, and more effective, without wasting time or money. Whether you're a startup or a Fortune 500, LightSpeed VT is how you scale success and dominate your industry. Curious? Check it out: https://www.lightspeedvt.com/ Brad's also behind Closer School, the go-to program for mastering sales and closing deals like a pro. Wa…

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