Podcasts from F3 Nation

In this episode of the Circle Trust podcast, Huck L. Berry engages in a thought-provoking discussion about the F3 movement, which emphasizes fitness, fellowship, and faith among men. Huck shares insights on how F3 encourages men to think beyond themselves and contribute positively to their communities. He addresses misconceptions about F3 being a religious organization, clarifying that it is more about building relationships and supporting one another. The conversation also touches on the challenges men face in today's society, including loneliness and the need for community support. Huck emphasizes the importance of male leadership and the transformative power of shared experiences in fostering personal growth and accountability. The dialogue further explores the intersection of faith and masculinity, with Huck and his guest, Shredder, discussing how societal expectations shape men's identities and their relationships with faith. They reflect on the cultural implications of male-only spaces and the potential for these groups to either reinforce or challenge traditional notions of masculinity. The episode concludes with a call to action for listeners to engage in meaningful conversations and to seek out connections that promote personal and communal growth. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

SUMMARY Leadership often feels like doing more, saying yes, and reacting faster. But what if leadership begins with a different question? In Episode 43 of The Whetstone, the guys explore the power of agency through a simple but disruptive question: “What if I don’t?” What if you don’t react? What if you don’t accept the story you’ve been telling yourself? What if you don’t let emotions, chaos, or expectations dictate your response? This conversation digs into how men give up agency without realizing it, by reacting emotionally, operating from self-limiting beliefs, or trying to control outcomes instead of owning their response. From leadership and faith to work and relationships, the episode challenges men to reclaim responsibility for their inner world and lead from a place of intention, not impulse. This isn’t about rebellion. It’s about choosing how you show up. HIGHLIGHTS ✅ What agency really means in leadership ✅ The difference between reacting and responding ✅ How emotions can quietly steal authority ✅ Self-limiting beliefs that shrink leadership ✅ Why control is not the same as responsibility ✅ “What if I don’t?” as a leadership discipline ✅ Leading with intention instead of impulse SOUND BITES 🎙 “Agency begins with the ability to choose your response.” 🎙 “You don’t lose leadership when things go wrong, you lose it when you react.” 🎙 “What if you didn’t accept that story anymore?” 🎙 “Control is about outcomes. Leadership is about ownership.” 🎙 “Strong leaders decide before the moment decides for them.” TIMESTAMPS ⏱ 00:00 – The question that disrupts leadership ⏱ 07:20 – Agency vs reaction ⏱ 15:10 – Emotions and self-limiting beliefs ⏱ 24:00 – Control, responsibility, and choice ⏱ 33:15 – “What if I don’t?” in real leadership moments ⏱ 41:40 – Agency in faith, work, and relationships ⏱ 50:30 – Reclaiming ownership of your inner world ⏱ 58:00 – Final reflections and challenge Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Bones and Forge discuss why prepping is required if you want to stay consistent with your Queen and some tips to help you to be successful. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of the High Impact Man podcast, Nevin Gorki and Troy Klinger welcome Tackleberry, a canine officer and F3 leader from South Florida. Tackleberry shares his journey from feeling like a 'sad clown' to discovering purpose through community and personal growth. He discusses the importance of forgiveness, the impact of the Band of Brothers program, and how F3 has helped him and others find accountability and support. The conversation emphasizes the significance of connection, spirituality, and overcoming anxiety in the pursuit of a fulfilling life. In this conversation, TackleBerry shares his journey with F3 South Florida, detailing how he and his friends launched the community, the challenges they faced, and the personal transformations they experienced. He emphasizes the importance of leadership, community support, and the physical and mental benefits of participating in F3. The discussion also touches on future goals for expanding F3's reach and the impact it has on men's lives, encouraging others to join and experience the fellowship and growth that comes with it. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Summary In this episode of the Circle Trust Podcast, Huck L. Berry and Bada Bing discuss various themes surrounding the F3 community, including the integration of AI in workouts, the importance of local connections, and the inclusion of younger generations. They delve into personal challenges, New Year resolutions, and the role of GORUCK in community building. The conversation highlights the significance of men's health, vulnerability, and support within the brotherhood, emphasizing the need for confidence and leadership skills among men. They conclude with thoughts on the state of men's mental health and the importance of being a dealer in hope. Takeaways AI is a love-hate relationship for many. Investing in sons is crucial for their development. F3 is more than just a workout; it's a community. Men often feel isolated and need support from each other. Vulnerability is key to building strong relationships. Confidence can be built through physical activity and community. Men's health is a pressing issue that needs attention. The importance of local connections cannot be overstated. New Year resolutions can be supported through accountability in F3. It's essential to be a dealer in hope for others. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

SUMMARY As 2026 begins, men everywhere are setting goals, buying tools, upgrading systems, and trying to take control of the year ahead. In Episode 42 of The Whetstone, Dredd, Dark Helmet, and The Plague challenge a hard truth most leaders don’t want to face: goals don’t create leaders. This conversation digs into why modern leadership often mistakes planning for formation, systems for growth, and control for faith. From goal-setting and metrics to automation, AI, and productivity culture, the guys unpack how leaders can look busy, organized, and successful while quietly drifting away from who they’re meant to become. This episode isn’t anti-goals. It’s a call to stop using goals to avoid the deeper work of leadership formation. HIGHLIGHTS ✅ Why goals can’t fix broken leadership✅ The difference between formation and optimization✅ How control masquerades as responsibility✅ Why systems and automation can’t replace character✅ The danger of confusing metrics with meaning✅ Leadership as an infinite game, not a yearly reset✅ Why failure is part of becoming a leader, not something to eliminate SOUND BITES 🎙 “You can hit every goal and still miss the point.”🎙 “Systems create managers, not leaders.”🎙 “Control feels responsible, but it isn’t leadership.”🎙 “Formation can’t be automated.”🎙 “Leadership isn’t a system upgrade.” TIMESTAMPS ⏱ 00:00 – New year, same leadership tension⏱ 06:45 – Why goals don’t equal growth⏱ 13:40 – Metrics vs meaning⏱ 21:10 – Control, faith, and the illusion of certainty⏱ 29:30 – Systems, automation, and leadership drift⏱ 38:20 – The infinite game of leadership formation⏱ 46:10 – Why failure is essential to becoming a leader⏱ 54:00 – Final reflections for 2026 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode 13 of In Cadence, hosts Flea and Shredder discuss the importance of community and support in fitness, particularly within the F3 movement. They explore the concept of the Friendly New Guy (FNG), the significance of leadership and nicknames, and the unique acronyms used in F3. The conversation also touches on the emotional and social aspects of fitness, emphasizing the need for accountability and the role of faith in personal growth. Shredder and Flea discuss the various aspects of the F3 community, including its traditions, culture, and the importance of accountability and camaraderie during workouts. They explore the significance of the shovel flag, the origins of F3, and provide insights for newcomers on how to prepare for their first workout. The conversation emphasizes the welcoming nature of the community and encourages men to join and contribute their unique skills and experiences. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to FNGs and F3 Workouts 02:46 Understanding the FNG Concept 04:21 Personal Journeys to F3 09:07 The Importance of Community and Support 13:43 Leadership and Rotating Roles in F3 16:12 The Significance of Nicknames in F3 29:25 Acronyms and Lingo in F3 37:26 The High Impact Man Concept 40:35 Continuous Improvement and Accountability 44:44 Faith and Belief Beyond Religion 50:38 Traditions and Culture in F3 01:02:32 The Significance of the Shovel Flag 01:06:23 The Growth of Male Leadership Communities 01:11:40 Preparing for Your First Workout 01:18:54 The Importance of Community and Belonging 01:20:48 Encouragement for Newcomers 01:25:54 Finding Your Local F3 Workout Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Matthew Sumpter (Emmet) joins Bones and Forge to discuss how he turned his search for an electrolyte solution into a business that is helping the PAX. https://saltlyte.com/ Code: huntforwellness Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

SUMMARY In Episode 41 of The Whetstone, Dredd, Dark Helmet, and The Plague unpack a hard truth most men would rather avoid: your life already reveals what you believe. This conversation challenges the gap between what men say they believe and what their daily actions, habits, relationships, and priorities actually prove. Beliefs are not theoretical. They are exposed through how a man shows up under pressure, in proximity to others, and in the decisions he makes when no one is watching. The guys explore how questions, community, and honest conversation act as mirrors, revealing alignment or exposing contradiction. Clarity doesn’t come from abstract thinking or better language. It comes from lived experience, tension, and truth-telling in real relationships. This episode invites men to stop hiding behind intentions and examine the evidence their life is already presenting. HIGHLIGHTS ✓ Why beliefs are revealed through action, not intention✓ How men confuse ideas, values, and real belief✓ Why clarity comes from proximity, not isolation✓ The role of questions in exposing what we actually believe✓ How community acts as a mirror for identity and purpose✓ Why men avoid examining belief when it becomes uncomfortable✓ The cost of living out of alignment✓ How leadership is revealed long before it is declared SOUND BITES • “You don’t live what you say — you live what you believe.”• “Beliefs don’t hide for long.”• “Your calendar and your relationships tell the truth.”• “Questions expose belief faster than statements.”• “Clarity shows up in how you live, not how you talk.” TIMESTAMPS 00:00 – Opening: belief vs behavior04:40 – What belief really looks like in real life09:10 – Why men hide behind abstract language13:45 – Questions as a tool for clarity18:30 – Community as a mirror23:20 – Alignment, tension, and growth29:10 – When belief meets real life35:40 – Why proximity reveals truth41:15 – Leadership exposed through action47:30 – Living in alignment53:50 – Final reflection and challenge Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Bones and Forge reflect on 2025 and discuss the importance and strategies to set Health goals for 2026. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices