
MTNTOUGH Podcast w/ Dustin Diefenderfer
Welcome to The MTNTOUGH Podcast, hosted by Dustin Diefenderfer, founder of MTNTOUGH, the #1 fitness app for the dedicated. In this podcast, we explore holistic physical, mental, and spiritual toughness through backcountry hunting, military, and mountain sports. Each episode offers practical tips, expert insights, and inspiring stories for hunters, first responders, and outdoor enthusiasts. Enhance your training with MTNTOUGH's functional fitness programs—train at home, gym, or on the go. Get your first month free with code MTNPOD at mtntough.com.
Latest episodes

Aug 27, 2024 • 1h 16min
Ryan Bader: The Mindset That Made Him a MMA Legend | MTNT POD #79
Ryan DuWayne Bader is an American mixed martial artist, currently signed with Bellator MMA as the reigning Bellator Heavyweight Champion, with the longest continuous streak in Bellator history. Born in Reno, Nevada, Bader began wrestling at age seven and excelled in amateur wrestling before transitioning to MMA.
He attended Arizona State University on a wrestling scholarship, where he was teammates with former UFC Heavyweight Champion Cain Velasquez and CB Dollaway. Bader gained prominence on season 8 of "The Ultimate Fighter," winning his first three fights and defeating Vinicius Magalhães with a first-round knockout at the finale, earning the title of "The Ultimate Fighter" and a six-figure UFC contract.
To learn more about Ryan, follow him on Instagram at @ryanbader
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Aug 20, 2024 • 1h 10min
John Radzwilla: Challenge Everything, Then Do The Unexpected MTNTOUGH POD #78
With adventure always on his mind, Hook & Barrel’s wild Co-Founder and CEO, John J. Radzwilla can often be found in far-flung destinations. From sheep hunting in the Chihuahuan Desert to fishing deep within the Amazon, or off-road racing in Mexico, John knows tomorrow is never promised. His mantra for himself and his company is “challenge everything, then do the unexpected.”
John attributes much of his success and extreme focus to his all-out commitment to physical fitness and the mental toughness that it breeds. His daily soul-crushing workouts keep him on track both physically and emotionally.

Aug 13, 2024 • 1h 19min
Jared Hudson: Hunting Down Sex Predators & How To Protect Your Kids | MTNTOUGH POD #77
In this engaging discussion, Jared Hudson, CEO and founder of Covenant Rescue Group and former Navy SEAL, shares his mission to combat human trafficking and child exploitation. He reveals alarming methods used by predators, emphasizing the urgent need for parental vigilance in a digital age. Hudson discusses the complex global landscape of child trafficking, and the hurdles faced by law enforcement in the fight against it. His transition from military service to advocacy highlights the necessity of protecting vulnerable children and supporting those on the front lines.

Aug 6, 2024 • 1h 42min
Daniel Horner: Ten-Time USPSA Multigun Champion| MTNTOUGH POD #76
Today’s guest is Daniel Horner, the ten-time USPSA Multigun Champion, four-time 3-Gun Nation Pro Series Champion and member of the SIG SAUER Professional Shooting Team. Daniel is undoubtedly one of the best multi-gun shooters in the world.
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What is MTNTOUGH?
MTNTOUGH is The #1 Fitness App Trusted By The Dedicated
Our premier functional fitness programming is conveniently packaged for hunters, first responders, military, and mountain athletes. Train at home, at the gym, or on the go.
Since 2016, MTNTOUGH has been dedicated to helping individuals achieve their personal goals by creating a foundation for physical and mental toughness. The brand’s best-in-class programs are developed, tested, and proven by former Navy SEALs, Army Rangers, and renowned physical trainers. MTNTOUGH+ programs are used by elite groups and operators, including special ops forces, wildland firefighters, backcountry hunters, professional mountain athletes, and more. The MTNTOUGH fitness lab is headquartered in Bozeman, Montana, surrounded by some of the world’s top mountain athletes.

Jul 30, 2024 • 1h 15min
Exposing The Dark Side of Tech Addiction (w/Michael Easter) | MTNT POD #75
Join Dustin Diefenderfer as he sits down with Michael Easter, author of "The Comfort Crisis" and "Scarcity Brain." In this eye-opening episode, they delve into the hidden mechanisms driving our tech addictions and overconsumption habits, revealing powerful insights that could transform your daily life. Dustin shares a compelling story, including a jaw-dropping transformation of a troubled teen and surprising revelations. Don’t miss this captivating discussion that might just change how you view your relationship with technology and consumption. Tune in now to uncover the secrets behind the scarcity loop and find out what you can do to break free!
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Join Michael's Newsletter / Two Percent Community: https://www.twopct.com/
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What is MTNTOUGH?
MTNTOUGH is The #1 Fitness App Trusted By The Dedicated
Our premier functional fitness programming is conveniently packaged for hunters, first responders, military, and mountain athletes. Train at home, at the gym, or on the go.
Since 2016, MTNTOUGH has been dedicated to helping individuals achieve their personal goals by creating a foundation for physical and mental toughness. The brand’s best-in-class programs are developed, tested, and proven by former Navy SEALs, Army Rangers, and renowned physical trainers. MTNTOUGH+ programs are used by elite groups and operators, including special ops forces, wildland firefighters, backcountry hunters, professional mountain athletes, and more. The MTNTOUGH fitness lab is headquartered in Bozeman, Montana, surrounded by some of the world’s top mountain athletes.
Chapters:
00:00:00 - Solving short-term stress with long-term consequences
00:04:30 - The 80th Anniversary Trip
00:08:11 - The Power of Training Alone in the Mountain Training for Fitness Lab Community
00:12:10 - Building Bonds through Challenges
00:15:42 - The Importance of Teamwork
00:19:26 - The Danger of Scarcity Brain
00:23:15 - The Changing Nature of Consumption and Status
00:26:35 - The Scarcity Loop in Slot Machines
00:30:05 - The Grandparents' Phone Addiction
00:34:04 - The Impact of Social Media Addiction
00:37:15 - The Hidden Damage of Phone Addiction
00:40:42 - The Turtle Box - A Game-Changing Bluetooth Speaker
00:44:26 - The Impact of Food Processing on Eating Speed and Weight Loss
00:47:53 - The 48 Hour Principle and Long-Term Upsides
00:51:51 - The Scarcity Loop and Outdoor Recreation
00:55:33 - The Impact of Technology on Mental Health
00:59:51 - Using Apps Mindfully
01:03:26 - The Expedition and Q&A Sessions
01:07:04 - Urban Survival and Fitness Training
01:11:01 - Physical and Mental Transformation

Jul 23, 2024 • 51min
Bo Nickal: The SECRET Behind His Success in UFC
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Bo Dean Nickal is an American professional mixed martial artist, former freestyle and graduated folkstyle wrestler who currently competes in the UFC middleweight division. In freestyle wrestling, he claimed the 2019 U23 World Championship and the US Open national championship, and was a finalist at the 2020 US Olympic Team Trials and a Final X contestant in 2019. As a collegiate wrestler, Nickal was a three-time NCAA Division I national champion (finalist in 2016) and a three-time Big Ten Conference champion out of Pennsylvania State University.
Considered one of the most accomplished Nittany Lions of all-time, Nickal earned the 2019 Dan Hodge Trophy as the nation's most outstanding collegiate wrestler, was a two-time Schalles Award winner as the nation's best pinner and was also named the 2019 Big Ten Athlete of the Year.
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What is MTNTOUGH?
MTNTOUGH is The #1 Fitness App Trusted By The Dedicated
Our premier functional fitness programming is conveniently packaged for hunters, first responders, military, and mountain athletes. Train at home, at the gym, or on the go.
Since 2016, MTNTOUGH has been dedicated to helping individuals achieve their personal goals by creating a foundation for physical and mental toughness. The brand’s best-in-class programs are developed, tested, and proven by former Navy SEALs, Army Rangers, and renowned physical trainers. MTNTOUGH+ programs are used by elite groups and operators, including special ops forces, wildland firefighters, backcountry hunters, professional mountain athletes, and more. The MTNTOUGH fitness lab is headquartered in Bozeman, Montana, surrounded by some of the world’s top mountain athletes.
Chapters:
00:00:00 - Lessons of Winning and Losing
00:02:58 - Wrestling Clinic in Great Falls
00:05:36 - Team Dynamics and Communication
00:07:58 - Finding Balance with Hunting
00:10:25 - From Archery to Firearms
00:12:54 - Recommendations for Mountain Ops Supplements
00:15:32 - Family Dynamic and Cultural Experiences
00:17:51 - The Importance of Faith and Family
00:20:33 - Living a life of faith and example
00:23:10 - Supporting Like-minded Individuals
00:25:42 - Leaving a Positive Impact
00:28:16 - Appreciating Different Christian Worship Styles
00:30:31 - Different ways to communicate with God
00:32:51 - A Father's Support in Pursuing a Passion
00:35:24 - Conquer Your Goals with Mountain TFF
00:38:12 - Discovering a Passion for Wrestling
00:40:35 - The Pursuit of Improvement
00:43:02 - Lessons Learned from Winning and Losing
00:45:20 - The Pursuit of Material Possessions
00:48:00 - Finding Consistency and Gratitude

23 snips
Jul 16, 2024 • 1h 21min
Dr. Jason Selk: Game-Changing Mindset Adjustments
Bestselling author Jason Selk discusses mental toughness, shifting focus from problems to solutions, personal supplementation routines, improving mental health through training, and the importance of work ethic for success. Additional topics include mental workouts, setting boundaries for mental well-being, and developing mental toughness through relentless solution focus.

Jul 9, 2024 • 1h 9min
Kip Fulks: Escaping The Corporate Rat Race
Today’s guest is Kip Fulks, co-founder of UNDER ARMOUR and currently the Strategic Advisor and Partner for Origin, founder of Big Truck Farm Brewery, and new owner of Bushwhack Alaska.
To learn more about Kip, follow him on Instagram at @13pacificwaves.
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TURTLEBOX Audio: Use promo code TOUGH for a free Turtlebox hat with purchase of a Gen2 speaker. https://turtleboxaudio.com/products/turtlebox-speaker-gen-2
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What is MTNTOUGH?
MTNTOUGH is The #1 Fitness App Trusted By The Dedicated
Our premier functional fitness programming is conveniently packaged for hunters, first responders, military, and mountain athletes. Train at home, at the gym, or on the go.
Since 2016, MTNTOUGH has been dedicated to helping individuals achieve their personal goals by creating a foundation for physical and mental toughness. The brand’s best-in-class programs are developed, tested, and proven by former Navy SEALs, Army Rangers, and renowned physical trainers. MTNTOUGH+ programs are used by elite groups and operators, including special ops forces, wildland firefighters, backcountry hunters, professional mountain athletes, and more. The MTNTOUGH fitness lab is headquartered in Bozeman, Montana, surrounded by some of the world’s top mountain athletes.

Jul 2, 2024 • 1h 22min
Trevor Farnes: Conquering Life's Mountains
Trevor Farnes serves as the CEO and Co-Founder of MTN OPS, a dynamic energy and nutritional product company headquartered in Fruit Heights, Utah, catering to the outdoor industry. His primary mission at MTN OPS is to enhance lives through innovative products and foster a community that inspires individuals to overcome challenges and achieve their aspirations.
Committed to making a meaningful impact beyond business, Trevor, alongside his wife Jenna, established Operation Conquer Hunger under the MTN OPS banner. Their shared vision is to eradicate hunger in vulnerable households across Utah, the United States, and in Malawi, Africa. Through their unique initiative, every purchase on the MTN OPS website results in a meal being donated to a child in need. This philanthropic effort has provided over 5 million meals to date, symbolizing their unwavering dedication to conquering hunger one order and one child at a time.
Check out his new book releasing in July: The Conquer Code
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What is MTNTOUGH?
MTNTOUGH is The #1 Fitness App Trusted By The Dedicated
Our premier functional fitness programming is conveniently packaged for hunters, first responders, military, and mountain athletes. Train at home, at the gym, or on the go.
Since 2016, MTNTOUGH has been dedicated to helping individuals achieve their personal goals by creating a foundation for physical and mental toughness. The brand’s best-in-class programs are developed, tested, and proven by former Navy SEALs, Army Rangers, and renowned physical trainers. MTNTOUGH+ programs are used by elite groups and operators, including special ops forces, wildland firefighters, backcountry hunters, professional mountain athletes, and more. The MTNTOUGH fitness lab is headquartered in Bozeman, Montana, surrounded by some of the world’s top mountain athletes.

Jun 25, 2024 • 1h 30min
Kyle Thompson: Real Men Are Spiritually Resilient
Kyle Thompson, Oklahoma native, founded Undaunted Life in 2017. The mission of Undaunted. Life is equipping men to push back darkness. They do this by providing content that leads men to forge spiritual, mental, and physical resilience. Kyle is also the host of Undaunted. Life: A Man's Podcast, which has reached the top 10 and top 15 on the Apple Podcasts and Spotify charts respectively.
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TURTLEBOX Audio: Use promo code TOUGH for a free Turtlebox hat with purchase of a Gen2 speaker. https://turtleboxaudio.com/products/turtlebox-speaker-gen-2
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What is MTNTOUGH?
MTNTOUGH is The #1 Fitness App Trusted By The Dedicated
Our premier functional fitness programming is conveniently packaged for hunters, first responders, military, and mountain athletes. Train at home, at the gym, or on the go.
Since 2016, MTNTOUGH has been dedicated to helping individuals achieve their personal goals by creating a foundation for physical and mental toughness. The brand’s best-in-class programs are developed, tested, and proven by former Navy SEALs, Army Rangers, and renowned physical trainers. MTNTOUGH+ programs are used by elite groups and operators, including special ops forces, wildland firefighters, backcountry hunters, professional mountain athletes, and more. The MTNTOUGH fitness lab is headquartered in Bozeman, Montana, surrounded by some of the world’s top mountain athletes.
Chapters:
00:00:00 - The Importance of Resilience in Life
00:06:16 - Realizing the possibility of being both strong and godly
00:11:53 - The Absence of Masculinity
00:17:09 - Churches and the Influence of Woke Culture
00:22:29 - The Importance of Being Prepared
00:28:33 - The Intimidation of Jesus
00:34:16 - The Vicious Cycle of Masculinity
00:39:38 - The Importance of Resilience
00:45:25 - Cultivating Spiritual, Mental, and Physical Resilience
00:50:44 - The Power of the Bible in Daily Life
01:00:56 - The Negative Effects of Phones on Children
01:02:08 - The pressure to fit in with smartphones
01:07:24 - The Negative Impact of Social Media on Children
01:12:40 - The Importance of Having Reliable Support
01:22:13 - The Importance of 3:00 AM Friends
01:23:49 - The Benefits of Jiu-Jitsu and Finding Supportive Friends
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