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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Aug 11, 2020 • 27min
Episode 42: Rob Kenney—Dad, How Do I?
Rob Kenney grew up without a father, but he vowed to be different. After successfully raising his own kids, the world came calling. He's the driving force behind the insanely popular YouTube channel Dad, How Do I? , where he offers practical advice, wisdom, and dad jokes. He's a humble man whose become a father to millions worldwide.
Aug 4, 2020 • 47min
Episode 41: Doug Pederson—Head Coach Philadelphia Eagles
Doug Pederson has been an underdog his entire career—and thrived on it. He's a member of an elite class of NFL royalty, having won a Super Bowl as both a player and a coach. Doug's infectious wisdom is on full display, sharing insights into success, leadership, and how COVID is rewriting the game he loves.
Jul 14, 2020 • 49min
Episode 40: Brian's Favorite Moments From Year One
The Aggressive Life turns one year-old tomorrow. In those 365 days, we've released over fifty episodes meant to give you fresh inspiration and encouragement to live life on your toes, to get in the game, to grab life by the throat and get after it. Brian reflects on the first year, and relives some of his favorite interview moments, including conversations with Kathie Lee Gifford, Michael Chandler, and more.
Jul 8, 2020 • 40min
Episode 39: Wendy Lea—CEO and Strategic Advisor
Wendy Lea has expertise that only experience can give. She's worked with some of the largest corporations on earth and invested heavily into entrepreneurs and start-ups. And she's not slowing down. Newly appointed as the CEO of Energize Colorado, she's using her skills to plot a path forward for business in the time of COVID-19. But her most aggressive move? Admitting to loneliness. Her business savvy and humanity are refreshing.
Jun 30, 2020 • 42min
Episode 38: Clay Croft—Expedition Overland
Adventure. Risk. Pushing yourself. Clay Croft embodies all of these attributes, but the road wasn't easy. He was broke and at the end of his rope when he started Expedition Overland. It's since grown into the world's premier overlanding docuseries. In this engaging conversation, Clay shares the wisdom he's gathered along the way.
Jun 23, 2020 • 33min
Episode 37: John Eldredge—Author & Adventurer
John Eldredge is a wild man. The avid adventurer and outdoorsman spends his days as an author and counselor, focused on helping men discover the path to authentic manhood. His best seller, Wild at Heart, continues to make waves. In conversation with Brian, the pair discuss John's impact, the importance of fathers, and why gender matters.
Jun 16, 2020 • 42min
Episode 36: Lenore Skenazy—America's Worst Mom
When Lenore Skenazy's 9 year-old son asked for more freedom, she gave it to him... and in the process, was labeled "America's Worst Mom." Her insights into the importance of risk, freedom, and safety are timely reminders, not only for parents, but everyone looking to live an aggressive life.
Jun 9, 2020 • 50min
Episode 35: Rob Richardson—Disruption Now
Rob Richardson isn't afraid to ask the hard questions. As a podcast host, a radio personality, and local civic leader, Rob's made a career of pushing past the status quo. His no-nonsense candor is evenly matched, as he and Brian take on race, faith, policing, and the current state of America.
Jun 2, 2020 • 40min
Episode 34: Dallas Jenkins—The Chosen
Dallas Jenkins was an up-and-coming director, until his first major Hollywood film flopped at the box office. In just two hours, ten years worth of projects and offers were taken off the table. But Dallas kept pressing forward. He is now the producer, director, and a writer for The Chosen, a multi-season TV show on the life of Jesus (and the largest crowdfunded media project of all time). His aggressive takes on failure, film, and faith will invigorate you.
May 26, 2020 • 33min
Episode 33: Jody Dreyer—Former Disney Executive
Jody Dreyer started with Disney as a college intern, but didn't stop there. In her thirty year career with the company, she held 22 different jobs, working her way up to the C-Suite and reporting directly to then-CEO Michael Eisner. Her infectious personality and deep insights into creativity, business, and the secret to Disney's success, are worth their weight in gold.
