The Aggressive Life with Brian Tome

You aren’t supposed to become friends with the people who hate you—but that’s exactly what Daryl Davis did. After a chance encounter with a KKK member in a Maryland bar, Daryl struck up a friendship that changed both of their lives. The KKK member renounced the group, and Daryl got access to do the thing he wanted: become the first African-American to write a book on the KKK based on first-person interviews. Through the years, as the men Daryl has met and befriended have left the Klan behind, he’s collected a closet full of their robes, flags, and memorabilia. Davis’ is personally responsible for some 50 men leaving the Klan behind, and indirectly responsible for some 200 more. How? His secret weapon is friendship. He is an incredibly aggressive man with a story you have to hear to believe. 

What is your superpower? More importantly, do you know how to use it? Life levels up when you learn to leverage your strengths—you’ll play better offense and you’ll stop spinning your wheels on improving weaknesses that don’t matter. In this training, Brian unpacks the Biblical idea of anointing, how it influences the people around you, and the end goal it always drives to. 

The seats get switched for an unexpected and insightful conversation that finds BT as the guest on his own podcast. Interviewed by his friend and colleague, Kyle Ranson, Brian covers topics like the yin and yang of Jesus, shutting out the old man to keep taking risks, and why the moon landing makes him emotional. It’s an aggressive hour that will keep you guessing and get you moving.

Cincinnati’s own, Graeter’s Ice Cream, just might have the best scoop on the planet. It’s made with fresh ingredients the old-fashioned way—they still make ice cream two gallons at a time and hand pack each pint. While all that is central to Graeter’s success, it's their commitment to hospitality and customer-service that sets them apart from the field. Chief of Retail Operations, Chip Graeter, shares the family secrets, and his favorite scoops, in an Aggressive Life interview unlike any other. 

Just in time for Valentine’s Day, Brian shares clips from some of his favorite episodes on relationships, marriage, and sex. From his wife’s first appearance on the show, to a return visit by a sex therapist to answer listener questions, to a live talk from Couples Camp, there’s something in here for everyone. Put what you hear into practice, and it just might have the power to change your Valentine’s Day.  Check out the full length episodes at the links below: Love and Relationship Q&A with Libby Tome (Apple | Spotify) Your Sex Questions Answered with Emma Schmidt - Part 1 (Apple | Spotify) Your Sex Questions Answered with Emma Schmidt - Part 2 (Apple | Spotify) Marriage Isn't About Your Happiness - Live at Couples Camp (Apple | Spotify)

Rick Warren, author of Purpose Driven Life, shares his story of pain, loss, and determination. He discusses finding purpose, overcoming mental health struggles, and living a purposeful life through daily spiritual practices. The podcast also explores the significance of the year 33 AD in Christianity and the future of the faith.

Topics discussed include ghost hunting, weed, talking to kids about sex, aliens, raising daughters, and cussing. Listeners submitted questions via Instagram for the host to answer in this Q&A episode.

While almost everybody is working for the weekend, Jordan Raynor has a different perspective. He believes your 9-5 has eternal significance, even if (or especially if) you labor in a “secular” job. His new book, “The Sacredness of Secular Work,” emphasizes the importance of work ethic, understanding the holistic story of scripture, and redeeming the idea of heaven. A leading voice in the faith at work movement, Jordan is a refreshing and brilliant guest who will change the way you think about work from here on out. 

Martin Luther King Jr. is on the shortlist of the most influential people in history. But much of what we know about the pastor and civil rights figure is summarized and sanitized. Alongside historian Troy Jackson, and modern racial justice leader Chuck Mingo, get reintroduced to the aggressive life of Dr. King, and let his wins (and losses) push you to fight for a better tomorrow.  Learn more about the work of Undivided here.

Matt Chandler, a resilient leader after battling brain cancer, shares his experiences of deconstructing faith and the benefits of planting smaller churches. They discuss improved health through high-quality beef and AG1 supplement. They emphasize the importance of building relationships while avoiding loneliness. They reflect on the concept of the antichrist and living an aggressive life, promoting their upcoming book and resources.