

The Aggressive Life with Brian Tome
The Aggressive Life with Brian Tome
A life of faith was never meant to be safe and clean. It’s an unpredictable, aggressive ride that will push you to your limits—and it’s the only way to live. On The Aggressive Life, author, adventurer, and pastor, Brian Tome, shares his honest, gritty, and faith-filled life, one built on the foundation of making aggressive moves. He is joined by guests from all walks of life who are doing the same. In a world that thrives on conflict, the real enemy is passivity. It’s time to punch back.
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Apr 6, 2021 • 44min
Overcoming Overthinking with Jon Acuff—Writer & Comedian
Jon Acuff is a funny man, but he’s also a go-getter. A New York Times Best-Selling author, his newest book, Soundtracks, delivers insights into overcoming overthinking. Hint: it’s all about your soundtracks. This conversation will make you laugh, but it will also give you tools to push your life forward—that’s aggressive.

Mar 16, 2021 • 31min
The Power of Daily Habits with Mark Batterson—Author & Pastor
New York Times Best-Selling Author, Mark Batterson, just released his twentieth title (20th?! Seriously?!). His new book, Win The Day, gives practical and actionable advice on the power daily habits play in our lives. Mark shares this wisdom, as well as the most aggressive way to kill a lion, in this fast-paced and actionable conversation.

Mar 9, 2021 • 35min
Stop Passively Waiting For Your Ideal Life with Ryan Atkins—Author, Husband, Quadriplegic
Ryan Atkins had life by the horns until an accident completely changed everything. But he didn't give up. He didn't phone it in. He's an aggressive man, paving his own way, even when facing life as a quadriplegic. His story will inspire and push you to stop waiting for the perfect scenario and get moving.

Mar 2, 2021 • 31min
Swinging For the Fences with Adam Duvall—MLB Outfielder
Who's Adam Duvall? He's a record-holding, All-Star left fielder who's suited up for the Cincinnati Reds, Atlanta Braves, and now the Miami Marlins. But he's so much more than that. He's a humble warrior, fighting through an adult diagnosis of Type-1 Diabetes, and free agency, to stay in the game he loves.

Feb 23, 2021 • 40min
Part 2: Your Sex Questions Answered with Emma Schmidt—Sex and Relationship Therapist
Part two of Brian's enlightening conversation with Emma Schmidt, a sex and relationship therapist. The pair move through a second set of listener submitted questions, covering topics like emotional wounds, the effects of purity culture, and masturbation.

Feb 16, 2021 • 45min
Part 1: Your Sex Questions Answered with Emma Schmidt—Sex and Relationship Therapist
You asked... we found the expert. Brian tosses around listener submitted questions on sex and relationships with therapist Emma Schmidt. It's an unpredictable, entertaining, and utterly enlightening first half of a two-part conversation you can't miss.

Feb 9, 2021 • 49min
Walking the Road to Recovery with Kurt Platte—Addiction Survivor and Mentor
Kurt Platte seemed to be thriving, but he was living with a dark secret: addiction. For 29 years, it dictated the day-to-day of his life, threatening to destroy everything he loved. Kurt’s walked the long road to recovery and now helps others do the same. He shares his unbelievable story, including personal insights for anyone whose life is touched by addiction.

Feb 2, 2021 • 1h 2min
Brady vs. Mahomes, Who is the Weeknd? and Why You Can’t Find Ammo with Solomon Wilcots—Award-Winning NFL Analyst
It’s Super Bowl week, the most unifying holiday of the year. Brian sits down with his friend, former NFL pro turned award-winning analyst, Solomon Wilcots, for a discussion around the big game, confusion about the half-time show, and why Solomon can’t shoot coyotes.

Jan 26, 2021 • 60min
Episode 63: Nick Spicher—Enneagram Coach
Personality tests might be all the rage, but knowing more about yourself is only helpful if it produces tangible change in your life. Today, I talk with a good friend (and Enneagram nerd) Nick Spicher, for a full run-down of the most popular personality typing out there—and how to use it to push your life forward.

Jan 19, 2021 • 1h 25min
My Last Conversation With My Young Life Leader with Denny Pattyn—Brian's Mentor
"You're the reason I'm the person I am today." Brian sits down for an emotional final conversation with his Young Life leader, mentor and spiritual father, Denny Pattyn. With only weeks left to live, Denny offers funny, insightful, and touching wisdom, a fitting last chapter in a life well lived. Stick around for what happened after the official recording—the most emotional few minutes of The Aggressive Life to date.