The Aggressive Life with Brian Tome

In our world it’s become easier and easier to meet… but more and more difficult to actually connect. A leader in both modern dating culture and workplace connection, Lakshmi Rengarajan unpacks the surprisingly simple ways to live a more connected life—from asking for help, to borrowing items, to investing in Tupperware. She’s an energetic and aggressive guest with wisdom that can change that state of your relationships today. 

We’re all aware of just how disruptive the little computers in our pockets have become… and yet, most of us feel powerless to stop it. Not Joey Odom. After experiencing the pain of a missed opportunity because of his phone, Joey vowed to do something about it. Soon after, Aro was born, a worldwide movement—not to get rid of phones—but to help reclaim some of the time we all waste on them. This aggressive conversation is full of practical wisdom to help you take steps toward improving your digital wellness. 

700+ acres of rolling hills, down by the Ohio River, has been the site of profound moments of spiritual transcendence for thousands of men. It could be the same for you. On today’s episode, nine men share their MAN CAMP stories of freedom, grit, and transformation.  Registration for MAN CAMP 2024 is open until September 1st. Stake your claim here.

Chad Reynolds is an AI-insider and expert. The founder and CEO of Vurvey, he is on the cutting edge of developing people-powered AI systems, work that’s led him to collaborate with the world's top brands like Adidas and Google. In this timely and aggressive conversation, Chad unpacks the promise, and pitfalls, of artificial intelligence… and why he ultimately has more hope than fear. 

There’s no topic more exciting, and rife with landmines, than sex. That’s where Kingdom Sexuality comes in. With a popular podcast, resources, and content, the team is helping married couples reclaim active and satisfying sex lives. Brain is joined by Alana and Tiera, 2/3s of the Kingdom Sexuality team, for a conversation as lively, hilarious, and helpful as you’ll ever hear around the topic. Put their advice into action, and who knows how tonight might end. 

Life can be hard, but God believes you can face it. He isn’t unaware of your pain; instead, He may be giving you the opportunity to show your tenacity, strength, and endurance. That’s what happened when Jesus’ cousin, John, ended up in jail. He was hoping Jesus was coming to set him free, but Jesus had other plans.  Recorded live in front of nearly 3,000 guys at MAN CAMP 2023, this final live talk of the summer combines grit and encouragement we all need.  Sign up for MAN CAMP at www.mancamp.us, and take 15% with the code podcast15.

Certain people have a gravitas to their lives, a weightiness that you notice whenever you are around them. This isn’t an inborn trait, it’s a muscle that can be developed—if you’re willing to make decisions that go against cultural norms. In this talk, recorded on an iPhone in a room full of high school leaders, Brian unpacks this idea, the importance of youth, and why it’s never too early (or late) to develop gravitas. 

It’s likely your best—and worst—days are still ahead of you. How you prepare for, and face them, could make all the difference. In this appearance on the new podcast, “Surviving Grief,” Brian discusses making it through difficult days with your faith intact, and tackles one of life’s most challenging questions: why do bad things happen?  If you are facing grief of your own, or walking through grief with a loved one, be sure to check out Surviving Grief wherever you listen to podcasts (Apple | Spotify)

Nothing will affect the trajectory of your life like the people you surround yourself with. Friendship matters, much more than most of us understand or are willing to admit. In this live talk, delivered to a gathering of male staff members at Crossroads, Brian explains the importance of having good people around you—and what it takes to find friendship in a world drowning in loneliness. Listen, put it into action, and your life will begin to level up.

Every parent wants to cultivate a lifelong relationship with their kids, but how do you actually get there? In this accessible and incredibly practical talk, recorded at Crossroads Father+Son camp, Brian shares the steps he took to grow genuine friendship with his kids. Hint: it’s all about the transition between each stage of parenting. Learn more about Father+Son camp, including registration for the next one, here.