Podcasts from F3 Nation
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Nov 18, 2025 • 1h 10min
In Cadence S01E10 - Crust
In this episode, the hosts Shredder and Flea discuss the importance of community in fitness, particularly through the F3 organization. Crust shares his personal journey with F3, highlighting how it has positively impacted his mental and physical health. The conversation delves into leadership lessons learned through participation in F3, the significance of connection and support among members, and future plans for expanding the community. The hosts emphasize the need for consistency in fitness routines and the role of camaraderie in overcoming mental health challenges.
"F3 provides a strong community support system."
"Sharing experiences can inspire others to join."
"Camaraderie and support in F3 is unmatched."
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Crust's Journey
00:59 Warmarama: Cheese or Chccolate?
01:54 Name Game
04:15 Favorite Exercises and Workout Preferences
06:46 The Role of Music in Workouts
08:35 Crust's Entry into F3
11:12 The Thames Valley Park Experience
14:01 Personal Growth Through F3
15:37 Future Expansion of F3 in the Region
17:52 Reflections on Fitness and Wellbeing
21:34 Memorable Convergences and Community Spirit
23:45 Eating the Elephant: Taking Life Step by Step
29:18 The Power of Community: Overcoming Sad Clown Syndrome
38:18 The Perfect Breakfast: Culinary Favorites and Comfort Food
40:29 Superpowers and Influences: Who Would You Choose?
42:06 Musical Inspirations and Cultural References
44:23 Encouraging New Members and Mental Health Awareness
46:27 Valor Event Experience and Personal Growth
51:27 Community Engagement and Future Events
58:36 Welcoming New Members and Building Connections
01:03:36 The Importance of Sharing Experiences and Growth
01:06:07 Final Thoughts and Reflections on F3
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Nov 18, 2025 • 1h 18min
Hunt For Wellness Podcast #154: Bambi shares lessons from GORUCK Selection
Bambi (Ben Perry) joins Bones and Forge to discuss his experience at GORUCK Selection and the lessons he learned through failure and resiliency. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nov 17, 2025 • 1h 17min
Ep 190 HIM Gribble - The Mind Body Connection for Physical and Spiritual Growth
In this episode of the High Impact Man podcast, hosts Nevin Gorky (Defib) and Troy Klinger (Dial-Up) welcome Parker Forsyth, known as Gribble, to share his journey of personal growth, self-worth, and the impact of community through F3. Gribble discusses his upbringing in Southern Utah, the challenges he faced with self-identity, and how he found solace and purpose in his faith and family. The conversation delves into the importance of emotional health, the role of leadership, and the transformative power of fitness and fellowship in men's lives. Gribble's story is one of resilience, healing, and the quest for a meaningful life. In this engaging conversation, Parker Forsyth shares his journey of personal transformation through fitness, spirituality, and community engagement. He discusses the importance of networking in fitness, the science behind cold plunging and grounding, and how these practices have impacted his health and well-being. The dialogue also delves into the intersection of faith and free will, exploring how personal beliefs shape our experiences and decisions. Throughout the conversation, the speakers emphasize the significance of self-love, leadership, and the interconnectedness of individuals within a community. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nov 13, 2025 • 1h 3min
Ep 35 - Know Where You Stand: The Foundation of Virtuous Leadership | The Whetstone
📘 Summary: In this episode of The Whetstone, Dredd, Dark Helmet, and The Plague cut to the core of leadership: clarity, conviction, and mentorship. What does it mean to truly know where you stand? How do men transition from leading to multiplying leaders? And what role do humility, curiosity, and deliberate purpose — “Deliberatude” — play in sharpening others?Join the trio as they collide faith, leadership, and experience — with wisdom drawn from F3’s Q Source, Collision Learning, and Arthur Brooks’ From Strength to Strength.
✅ Highlights
✅ Belief Before Behavior: Why men must understand what they believe before they can defend it.
✅ Deliberatude Defined: A deliberate attitude that shapes how leaders act, decide, and influence.
✅ Mentorship vs. Leadership: How great leaders don’t just lead — they disciple.
✅ The Second Half of Leadership: What to do after your Nantan or Q role ends.
✅ Osmotic Leadership: Teaching through example — how presence shapes people more than position.
✅ Say More: The secret two words that unlock deeper mentorship conversations.
💬 Sound Bites
“Beliefs you understand create where you stand.” — Dredd
“If you keep backing up, you’ll forget where you stood.” — Dredd
“You don’t have to know everything to be a mentor, just enough to care and ask good questions.” — Dark Helmet
“Leadership isn’t about position; it’s about multiplying strength in others.” — The Plague
“Deliberatude is what an intentional man looks like — moving with purpose, even through uncertainty.” — Dredd
⏱️ Timestamps
00:00 – Mercy, Grace, and the Roots of Belief
03:45 – “Beliefs You Understand Create Where You Stand”
07:00 – Curiosity as a Weapon for Growth
13:00 – Calling Men Into Leadership: Lessons from Faith and F3
18:30 – Fundamentals Before Freedom: Why Consistency Matters
24:00 – The Power of Asking for Help and Mentorship
31:00 – The Second Half: From Leading to Multiplying
36:30 – Osmotic Mentorship vs. Deliberate Mentorship
41:00 – “Deliberatude”: The Missing Word in Leadership
44:00 – Confidence, Composure, and Leading Under Pressure
46:00 – Hasty vs. Deliberate Leadership Moments
50:00 – “Say More”: Coaching by Curiosity
56:00 – Mentorship vs. Leadership — Setting Up the Next Episode
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Nov 11, 2025 • 55min
Hunt For Wellness Podcast #153: Testosterone Optimizing Strategies
Bones and Forge discuss strategies the PAX can utilize to optimize their Testosterone. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nov 10, 2025 • 1h 27min
Ep 189 HIM Skippy - World Champion Through Speed, Strength and Diet
In this episode of the High Impact Man podcast, Defib and Dial Up interview Brian Tullis, also known as Skippy, a world champion in the 800 meters masters division. Skippy shares his journey from coaching kids in cross country to becoming a competitive runner in his 50s. He discusses his early life in Charleston, South Carolina, his transition into the IT field, and how he found his passion for running again through F3. Skippy's story highlights the importance of community, strength training, and the belief that anyone can achieve more than they think is possible, regardless of age. In this conversation, Brian Tullis shares his insights on training for long-distance running, emphasizing a focus on speed rather than high mileage. He discusses the importance of strength training and a balanced diet, particularly avoiding sugar and increasing fiber intake. The dialogue also explores the balance between F3 workouts and specific training plans, highlighting the leadership roles within F3 and the community impact it fosters. Tullis expresses his future athletic goals, including competing in hybrid fitness competitions, while encouraging men to push their limits and engage with their communities.
World Championships and World 800 Meter Record: https://youtu.be/DyHoBwXaKVY?si=9vlLOSIwt1ZzH9aI
US Championships 400 Meter Win: https://youtu.be/q6iBSPZUvdw?si=XwsIi4L8IJInM4E3 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nov 6, 2025 • 1h 5min
Ep 34 - The Q of Your Life: Applying F3 Leadership at Home | The Whetstone
Episode 34 – The Q of Your Life: Applying F3 Leadership at Home
Last episode, Dredd and The Plague unpacked agency and accountability in the workplace how real leaders own the outcome and build cultures of initiative.
This week, Dark Helmet and The Plague bring that same leadership home.
From marriage and parenting to shared family values and language, this episode explores how the principles that drive F3, intentionality, clarity, rhythm, and consistency, translate into the daily mission of leading your family well.
You’ll learn how to become the Q of your life, the man responsible for the outcome of everything entrusted to him.
✅ What You’ll Learn
✅ How to apply F3’s TEAM and VAPE models inside your home✅ Why alignment > agreement keeps families unified in mission✅ How shared language creates lasting family culture✅ Why leadership starts with vision, not volume (“because I said so” isn’t a mission)✅ The hidden power of “business mode” — emotional discipline in leadership✅ Why clarity beats control, both at home and at work✅ The Movie Credits Test: understanding purpose, mission, and assignment✅ Why consistency is the hardest — and most important — virtue for fathers
💬 Key Sound Bites
“You’re the Q of your life — responsible for the outcome of everything that matters.” — Dark Helmet
“Leadership doesn’t end at the workout; it begins when you get home.” — The Plague
“Alignment doesn’t mean everyone agrees — it means everyone understands.” — Dark Helmet
“Don’t use authority as a shortcut for influence.” — Dark Helmet
“If F3 only changes your mornings, you’ve missed the mission.” — The Plague
⏱️ Timestamps
00:00 – Cold mornings, F3 socks, and beginning with the end in mind03:00 – HIM Camp stories and vulnerability among men08:30 – The Plague’s leadership retreat reflections10:00 – Recap of agency & accountability → transition to family leadership12:00 – “You’re the Q of your life” – purpose beyond the gloom14:00 – Language of leadership – building family culture through words17:00 – “Business mode” and emotional self-awareness25:00 – Q-Source at home: Targeting, Rhythm, Mission in parenting33:00 – VAPE model at home – articulate → persuade → exhort → align38:00 – Alignment over agreement – unity without uniformity46:00 – Purpose vs Mission vs Assignment – the Movie Credits Test53:00 – Consistency and virtue – the hardest workout of all59:00 – Dad tax and Halloween wisdom 🎃
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Nov 5, 2025 • 45min
The F3 Circle of Trust for November 4 - w/ Huck & Three's Company
Summary
In this episode of the Circuit Trust podcast, Huck L. Berry engages in a heartfelt conversation with Raul, a US military veteran and member of the F3 community. They discuss the significance of community engagement, the transformative power of F3, and Raul's personal journey through health challenges, including a cancer diagnosis. Raul shares how his faith has been tested and strengthened through adversity, the importance of brotherhood and support, and offers valuable advice for men facing burdens. The conversation highlights the essence of resilience, personal growth, and the impact of camaraderie in overcoming life's challenges.
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Nov 5, 2025 • 42min
The F3 Circle of Trust for October 31 - w/ Huck & Flash
Summary - In this episode, Huck L. Berry interviews Rick Cardona, known as Flash, who shares his transformative journey with F3, a fitness and community movement. Flash discusses how he found F3 after a health scare and how it has significantly improved his physical health, mental well-being, and sense of purpose. He reflects on his military background, the challenges of isolation, and the importance of male community in overcoming personal struggles. Flash emphasizes the positive impact of F3 on his family dynamics and his commitment to helping other men find their purpose through community engagement.
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Nov 5, 2025 • 1h 17min
The F3 Circle of Trust for October 24 - w/ Huck & Bambi
Summary
In this episode of the Circle of Trust Podcast, host Huck L. Berry engages in a dynamic conversation with Bambi, a recent finisher of the GoRuck Selection event. They discuss the challenges and mental resilience required to complete such a grueling endurance test, the importance of community and support, and the lessons learned from failure. Bambi shares his journey from preparation to execution, highlighting the significance of focus and the evolving relationship with the cadre throughout the event. The conversation also touches on the impact of these experiences on personal growth and the desire to mentor the next generation.
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