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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Jan 12, 2021 • 50min
Episode 61: Craig DeMartino—Amputee Climbing Champion
Instead of allowing one event to define their lives, the aggressive make moves to take back control. Craig DeMartino was an accomplished climber when a ten-story fall completely changed his life. By a miracle he survived—and by aggression, he chose to amputate his leg so he could get back to climbing. It's a story you have to hear to believe.
Dec 28, 2020 • 1h 4min
COVID, Vaccines & Faith with Dr. Francis Collins—Director, National Institutes of Health
There is a lot of confusion and fear about COVID-19. We take those questions straight to the top of the food chain, to Dr. Francis Collins, esteemed scientist and director of the National Institutes of Health.
I’m confident this will be the most important podcast you’ve listened to all year and maybe the most insightful as well. Listen and tell me I’m wrong and I’ll give you your money back.
Dec 18, 2020 • 31min
Episode 60: Christmas Special with Lecrae & Amy Grant
Nothing says Christmas quite like a TV Special. This behind-the-scenes episode gives unfiltered access to multi-Grammy winning artists Lecrae and Amy Grant, originally recorded for the 2020 Crossroads Christmas Special. These uncut conversations give unparalleled access to these world class artists—including how they're approaching Christmas this year and why it matters.
Find out more about streaming the Crossroads Christmas Special at www.crossroads.net/christmas
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Dec 15, 2020 • 51min
Episode 59: Darren Mulligan—We Are Messengers
Darren Mulligan appears to have it all—as the frontman for We Are Messengers he has radio hits, successful tours, and songs in movies. But he's not an overnight success. His story involves risk, hard choices, and leaving behind his beloved Ireland to chase an extraordinary life. He's an aggressive man with an aggressive perspective, ready to push you toward something better.
Dec 8, 2020 • 44min
Episode 58: Angela Dugger—National Alliance on Mental Illness
The most difficult year I can remember is going to end with winter, the most difficult season. We need to prepare—and that means wresting with mental health. Today, I'm joined by Angela Dugger, from the Ohio chapter of the National Alliance on Mental Illness, for a practical discussion that has the power to change your winter.
Dec 1, 2020 • 40min
Episode 57: Todd Pierce—Bareback Rodeo Cowboy
2020 has been a bucking bronco, and we're all just trying to hold on. Thankfully, that's exactly Todd Pierce's area of expertise. A former champion bareback rodeo rider, Todd's gritty wisdom about manhood, perseverance, and holding on when the world is shaking, is just what we need to hear right now.
Nov 24, 2020 • 47min
Episode 56: Dr. Shantel Thomas—A Sound Mind Counseling
The holidays are coming—and for most Americans, that's not a comforting thought. It means stress. It means fights with loved ones. It means dealing with budgets and shopping. Dr. Shantel Thomas, President and CEO of A Sound Mind Counseling, helps point us to a better way. Don't just survive the holidays, aggressively choose to thrive.
Nov 17, 2020 • 53min
Episode 55: Scott Weiss—Chairman OCEAN Programs
You'll spend one-third of your life at work, yet too many of us are passive about what we do from 9-5. Today, we talk all things work with Scott Weiss, a career businessman who is the current chairman of OCEAN Programs, one of the nation's foremost faith-based business accelerators. His wisdom and experience are invaluable, no matter where you are in your career.
Nov 10, 2020 • 48min
Downhill Racing Adult Big Wheels with Judd Watkins—DangerWheel
When was the last time you had fun? If you're like most of us, it's been way, way too long. But Judd Watkins is here for you. Friend of Brian, and guru of fun, Judd comes back to the podcast for a hilarious and insightful conversation about the importance of play in our lives, even as an adult.
Nov 3, 2020 • 53min
Episode 53: Ben Beshear and John Brannon—LiveWell Capital
Nobody wants to talk about it, but financial issues lead to more divorce, more anxiety, and more general stress than almost anything else in our lives. It's time to do something about that. Brian is joined by two guests, Ben Beshear, co-founder and principal of LiveWell capital, and John Brannon, a seasoned portfolio manager, for an aggressive (and honest) look at what it takes to get your money to work for you.
