Podcasts from F3 Nation

In Episode 38 of The Whetstone, Dark Helmet and The Plague dive into the rise of men’s movements, the crisis of masculine identity, and why most attempts to “fix men” fail. Their conclusion is simple and bold: no movement, no model, and no man can endure without a framework of faith. This episode explores the difference between a true movement and a monetized brand, why F3’s decentralized leadership structure actually works, and how men can overcome the drift, the poser syndrome, and the pull of worldly accumulation. It’s a challenging, clarifying conversation for anyone trying to lead themselves or others. HIGHLIGHTS ✅ Why the “masculinity revival” is exploding across culture✅ What most men’s movements get wrong about identity✅ The difference between a mission and a monetized model✅ How decentralized leadership multiplies strength✅ Poser syndrome, pride, and the hidden lies men live with✅ Why faith is the only framework strong enough to sustain a man✅ How to handle drift, doubt, and the cracks where “goo” seeps in✅ What it means to relax, refit, and refocus at the end of a year SOUND BITES "Every masculinity movement in the world will fail without faith.""If you leave the cracks open, the goo will always find its way in.""Stop apologizing for being a man of conviction.""We’re not a business. We’re a movement.""The lies you believe become the identity you live from." TIMESTAMPS 00:00 MudGear socks and masculine banter03:30 Gratitude, veterans, and simple blessings05:00 The rise of men’s movements and the masculinity revival07:00 CrossFit, copycats, and imitation as affirmation09:30 Bro culture, false prophets, and poser masculinity13:00 Monetization versus mission18:00 Church walls vs. real-world influence21:00 Why decentralized leadership is anti-fragile25:00 Tower of Babel and the spirit of accumulation27:00 Poser syndrome, sad clown overlap, and identity lies31:30 What high-priced bootcamps get wrong34:00 Leadership that begins with faith38:00 Drift, doubts, and defining what you really believe43:00 The “goo in the cracks” metaphor45:00 Relax, refit, and refocus during the end-of-year slowdown48:30 Why F3’s brotherhood endures and multiplies Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Matt Crossman (Ralph) joins Bones and Forge to discuss the MABA challenge and lessons learned during his latest adventure hiking the Grand Canyon. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of the High Impact Man podcast, hosts Defib and Dial Up welcome Adam Black, also known as White Wedding, from the Blue Ridge region. The conversation covers a range of topics including personal fitness journeys, the significance of community in F3, the origin of Adam's F3 name, and insights into the data center industry. Adam shares his experiences growing up in Atlanta, his family background, and how he lost 100 pounds through F3. The discussion also touches on the community's concerns about data centers and the importance of security in these facilities. In this engaging conversation, Adam Black shares his transformative journey towards health and fitness, emphasizing the importance of self-love and discipline. He discusses the positive influence of his fitness journey on his relationship with his son, the community aspect of F3, and the valuable lessons learned from jiu-jitsu. Adam also highlights the unique blend of fitness and music in his life, and concludes with a powerful message for men to connect with the world around them and seek adventure. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

SUMMARY Episode 37 of The Whetstone dives deep into the internal war every man fights, the battle against self-limiting beliefs, false identity, childhood programming, cultural lies, and the quiet narratives that sabotage a man from the inside out. Dredd, Dark Helmet, and The Plague explore why so many men feel unworthy even when they are blessed, how early-life experiences shape adult identity, and why the real battleground is not effort or performance but belief. They discuss how thoughts become emotions, emotions become actions, and how capturing your thoughts can redirect your entire life. The conversation also reveals why Whetstone and Shield Lock relationships are essential, because men rarely see their own lies clearly and how grace reframes your past, restores your identity, and releases you into the purpose God designed for you. HIGHLIGHTS ✓ How self-limiting beliefs are formed and why most men never question them ✓ Why high performers still feel unworthy or undeserving ✓ How false identity becomes a cage men don’t see ✓ Why the “me against the world” mindset quietly destroys growth ✓ How to capture your thoughts before they become destructive emotions ✓ Why culture rushes in when men don’t know what they believe ✓ How Whetstone and Shield Locks expose lies you cannot see alone ✓ The relationship between grace, identity, and masculine purpose SOUND BITES • "What if I don’t believe that anymore?" • "You can only ever act within one degree of how you see yourself." • "It’s not self-limiting — it’s God-limiting." • "The saddest men aren’t the ones who failed… they’re the ones who don’t feel worthy of success." • "Capturing my thoughts changed everything." TIMESTAMPS 00:00 – Opening banter and introduction 06:30 – Where limiting beliefs begin and why men get mentally attacked 08:10 – “What if I don’t?” The thought that breaks old patterns 10:40 – Childhood programming and the lies men carry into adulthood 14:00 – Rescue Mission men vs. Sad Clowns 17:00 – Why successful men still feel unworthy 19:30 – How men sabotage their own blessings 21:00 – Identity as the root of every belief 24:40 – Culture as a belief vacuum 28:30 – Why men don’t know what they believe 32:00 – Self-deception and the danger of unexamined beliefs 36:00 – Whetstone sharpening and the power of brotherhood 41:00 – Dredd’s “Karen” story of limiting beliefs 47:30 – The trap of isolation and self-protection 52:00 – Processing pain without turning it into identity 56:00 – Grace, mission, and why men can’t lose when aligned with truth 01:03:00 – Why Whetstone and Shield Locks are essential Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Summary In this engaging Christmas special episode, the hosts and SPECIAL GUEST explore the dynamics of F3, a men's fitness and community organization, focusing on cultural differences between the UK and the USA. They discuss the importance of leadership, personal growth, and the role of faith in fostering community. The conversation is filled with humour, personal anecdotes, and insights into the challenges and successes of expanding F3 into new regions. The hosts emphasize the need for relentless focus on the mission and the power of brotherhood in achieving personal and communal goals. In this engaging conversation, the hosts discuss various themes surrounding community building, leadership, and personal growth within the F3 organization. They explore the importance of branding, the journey from being a survivor to a servant, and the significance of purpose in leadership. The conversation also touches on future aspirations for F3, the challenges of reaching out to uninformed individuals, and the shared experiences that bond men together. The hosts emphasize the need for connection, support, and the collective mission of uplifting one another. Sound bites "We're missing something as men." "Leaders create leaders." "The quiet revival is happening." Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Episode Overview 02:36 Lighthearted Banter and Personal Preferences 05:19 Cultural Reflections on Superheroes 07:59 Transformers and Nostalgia 10:54 F3 Growth and Best Practices 13:40 Personal Growth and Family Influence 16:28 Cultural Comparisons of F3 in the UK and USA 21:12 Pop Culture References in Language 22:59 Cultural Exchange and Learning 25:14 International Connections and Opportunities 27:53 The Importance of Local Leadership 30:08 Excitement in Leadership and Growth 32:28 Cultural Adaptation and Learning 35:57 Physical Challenges and Team Building 37:56 Fun and Engagement in Workouts 42:24 Plans for Future Engagements 43:58 Exploring UK Cuisine and Pub Culture 45:18 The Shift Towards Alcohol-Free Options 46:59 Faith and Religion in the UK vs. the US 51:26 Cultural Reflections on National Identity 55:06 The Quiet Revival and Spiritual Awakening 01:01:38 The Great Christmas Movie Debate 01:05:38 Christmas Movies Debate 01:07:55 Cultural Perspectives on Christmas 01:09:23 From Survivor to Servant: The Sir Continuum 01:14:43 The Essence of Servant Leadership 01:21:39 Building a Legacy in F3 01:32:14 The Importance of Timeliness in Helping Others 01:34:54 Sharing the Message of F3 01:35:46 Reaching Out to the Uninformed 01:37:24 Technological Advancements and Resources 01:38:06 Insights on Writing and Personal Growth 01:39:55 Overcoming Self-Limiting Beliefs 01:43:24 Opportunities for Growth in the UK 01:49:29 Final Thoughts and Universal Connections Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Deep Dish (Martin Deutsch) shares his journey with Keto, Metabolic health, and how he crushed GTE-61 in a Fasted state. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of the High Impact Man podcast, hosts Defib and Dial Up interview Motorboat, a man with a diverse and inspiring life journey. From his childhood in California to becoming a national champion rafter, a missionary in Mexico, and an air marshal, Motorboat shares his experiences and the lessons he has learned along the way. He emphasizes the importance of relationships, faith, and leadership, particularly in the context of his role as Nantan in F3. The conversation highlights the significance of living intentionally and investing in the lives of others. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Most men try to lead with strength, vision, force, or authority — but overlook the power beneath them all. 🟩 Gratitude.Not the soft kind. Not the holiday sentiment.The kind that creates contentment, humility, identity, and peace.The kind men rarely notice until it’s missing.In this Thanksgiving episode, we break down why gratitude is more than a feeling — it's a leadership force. We explore why thankful men lead better, why insecurity grows from entitlement, and how brotherhood sharpens leaders when disagreement is handled well.If you want deeper influence, healthier relationships, and more joy in leadership — this one matters. HIGHLIGHTS: 🟩 Gratitude as the unseen infrastructure of leadership 🟩 Why contentment is impossible without thankfulness 🟩 The danger of feeling "important" 🟩 How pride weakens leaders more than failure 🟩 Brotherhood over argument — disagreeing without division 🟩 Gratitude builds resilience, grounding, and joy 🟩 How thankful men lead at home, work, and in community SOUND BITES: "You will never be happier than you are grateful." "A thankful man leads different.""Gratitude is strength, not softness." "The absence of thanks creates insecurity." "Strong men can disagree and still lock shields." TIMESTAMPS: 00:00 Thanksgiving socks and warm-up 08:29 Where gratitude shows up in F3 09:16 Gratitude as water to a fish — invisible but everywhere 10:48 "You’ll never be happier than you are grateful" 18:00 Gratitude and contentment — inseparable 36:50 Brotherhood and disagreement done well 51:05 Pride vs humility in male leadership 58:30 Thanksgiving close and final reflection Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Bones and Forge discuss strategies to help PAX navigate Thanksgiving and the Holiday's while still accelerating their health. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of the High Impact Man podcast, hosts Defib and Dial Up welcome Brent Thomas, who shares his journey from being a college football player to an entrepreneur. Brent discusses his upbringing, the influence of sports in his life, and his unique experience teaching English in China. He reflects on the challenges and lessons learned from his various business ventures, emphasizing the importance of community and personal development throughout his journey. In this conversation, the speakers delve into various themes surrounding leadership, mentorship, bodybuilding, fitness, and personal development. They discuss the importance of having mentors, the journey into bodybuilding, the dangers of unregulated supplements, and the significance of diet and training regimens. The conversation also highlights the growth of the Pinellas Run Club and the leadership lessons learned from F3. Additionally, the speakers share their personal faith journeys and conclude with a motivational call to action for men to step up and improve themselves. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices