Podcasts from F3 Nation

Bones joins Ray Terry on About your House radio show to discuss Diet, Testosterone, F3, and optimizing your health. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of the High Impact Man Podcast, hosts Nevin Gorky (Defib) and Troy Klinger (Dial Up) welcome back Red Baron, a retired three-star Air Force general and NATO commander. The conversation covers a range of topics including the excitement of Philadelphia sports, military fitness standards, leadership, the culture of F3, current global events, and the importance of resilience and mental toughness. Red Baron shares insights from his military experience, emphasizing the need for strong leadership, community support, and the significance of maintaining high standards in both military and civilian life. The episode concludes with reflections on the cultural impact of organizations like F3 and the importance of camaraderie in overcoming challenges. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

✨ Summary In this episode of The Whetstone, Dredd, Dark Helmet, and The Plague unpack what it means to become the most valuable man in any organization. They call it The Steve Effect — the quiet, mission-first leader who makes every team better simply by showing up, serving, and staying focused on what matters. Through stories of leadership, self-carelessness, and F3 experiences, the guys reveal how ordinary men can live extraordinary lives of influence and purpose. ✅ Highlights ✅ What The Steve Effect is — and why every man should aim to live it ✅ How self-carelessness creates freedom to lead with courage ✅ Why emotional intelligence matters more than talent or title ✅ The difference between managing tasks and leading people ✅ What makes a man truly indispensable to his team and community ✅ How F3 principles translate into leadership at home, work, and beyond 🔊 Sound Bites “Steve is the guy every organization wants — mission before ego, service before self.” “Self-carelessness is the most freeing leadership mindset a man can have.” “If you have to manage it with a checklist, you’re not leading it.” “The most valuable man is the one who makes everyone else better.” ⏱️ Timestamps 00:00 – Opening banter & setup 06:15 – What is The Steve Effect? 14:20 – Self-awareness vs. self-carelessness in leadership 23:45 – Emotional intelligence and the power of presence 32:00 – Mission before ego: why Steve always wins 42:30 – Army and courtroom lessons on courage and conviction 53:00 – Becoming indispensable: the path to being the most valuable man 59:00 – Final reflections and takeaways Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Bones and Forge discuss the importance of prepping for the Queen for optimal results. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of the High Impact Man podcast, hosts Dial Up and Defib engage in a heartfelt conversation with Shayne Kersey, also known as Piglet, from the Hampton Roads region of F3. They discuss the importance of community support during health crises, the transformative power of F3 in personal growth, and the role of faith in shaping one's life. Piglet shares his journey from a typical gym rat to a dedicated F3 member, highlighting the camaraderie and accountability that F3 provides. The conversation also touches on the significance of role models, the challenges of leadership within F3, and the joy of participating in relay races. Throughout the episode, listeners are encouraged to reflect on their own lives and the impact they can have on others. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

📌 Summary In this episode of The Whetstone, Dredd, Dark Helmet, and The Plague dive deep into consistency and integrity, the often-overlooked virtues that separate good men from great leaders. They explore why consistency is the spinal column of leadership, how integrity is more than just honesty, and why “nice guys” fall short compared to men who live with strength, courage, and alignment. This conversation challenges every man to ask: Am I reliable in the small things? Do my actions align with what I claim to believe? ✅ Highlights Why consistency is the “mother of all guardrails” in leadership The difference between niceness and kindness — and why nice guys fail Dredd’s three areas of dominion: input, heart, and output Why trust is better than love in leadership How small bricks and routines build a man’s foundation The role of integrity in aligning belief, word, and deed 🎤 Sound Bites “Consistency is the spinal column of leadership.” – Dredd “To be trusted is better than to be loved.” – Dark Helmet “Integrity is alignment between what you believe, what you say, and what you do.” – Dredd “Nice is just a walking apology. Kindness is kinetic, integrated, and determined.” – Dredd ⏱️ Timestamps 0:00 – Opening banter & F3 socks4:30 – Why consistency is undervalued but essential7:15 – Consistency as the backbone of other virtues10:30 – Defining integrity: alignment of belief, word, and action20:30 – Nice vs. Kind: breaking the myth of the “nice guy”25:00 – Why consistency builds trust more than love35:00 – Small routines as training for big guardrails42:00 – Where to start: laying your first brick of consistency47:00 – The hardest areas to accelerate: Queen, M, and Prayer55:00 – The importance of language in defining truth59:00 – Closing reflections on mission, consistency, and leadership Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Kyle Borden (Maxime) joins Bones to discuss how F3 and the GTE experience has helped him become a true HIM. www.Freedom-ops.fit Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of In Cadence coming to you from F3 in the UK, the hosts Flea & Shredder discuss the journey of Guardian into the F3 community, exploring themes of personal growth, the impact of fitness on life, and the importance of accountability. They delve into favorite exercises, the role of music in workouts, and how F3 has transformed their relationships and mental health. Guardian shares his experiences and insights on maintaining consistency in fitness and the challenges of balancing life and health. In this conversation, Guardian shares his journey within the F3 community, detailing the establishment of the Reserve AO and his new role as Nant'an. He discusses the importance of community, the challenges of expanding F3, and the strategies for engaging new members. The conversation emphasizes the significance of connection, support, and the collective growth of the region, highlighting the need for awareness and accessibility in fitness initiatives. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to the Hosts and Guest 01:43 The Guardian's Nickname and Its Origin 03:58 Favorite Exercises and Personal Growth 08:11 The Role of Music in Workouts 10:41 The Guardian's Journey into F3 Life 13:19 Memorable Beatdown Experiences 16:24 The Importance of Fellowship in F3 18:53 The Impact of Loss and Finding Community 21:30 The Evolution of F3 Beatdowns 24:19 Conclusion and Reflections on F3 25:12 The Importance of Humor in Tough Times 28:19 The Journey of Fitness and Community 29:35 Consistency in Fitness and Life 33:42 Reflections on Personal Growth and Accountability 37:31 Balancing Fitness Goals and Family Life 47:49 Slowing Down for Better Living 50:26 The Journey of Building AOs 54:30 The Role of Nantan and Regional Growth 01:01:29 Expanding F3: Challenges and Opportunities 01:06:44 Community and Connection: The Heart of F3 01:09:04 Future Aspirations and Growth Strategies 01:15:02 Humor and Cultural Differences 01:18:48 Football Fandom and Personal Stories 01:20:01 Exploring Birmingham's Canals 01:21:44 Engaging New Members in F3 01:24:40 The Importance of Community Awareness 01:28:24 Influential Figures and Personal Connections 01:29:08 Welcoming New Members and Celebrating Community 01:32:32 Notice, Podvergence, FNGs and CSAUPs 01:37:22 Outro Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of the High Impact Man Podcast, hosts Nevin Gorky (Defib) and Troy Klinger (Dial Up) welcome Pastor Ken Franklin, also known as Shredder. The conversation explores Shredder's transformative fitness journey, his background, and the significance of community and faith in personal growth. Shredder shares his experiences with F3, his childhood challenges, and his journey into youth ministry and mission work with Mercy Ships. The discussion also touches on the cultural and historical context of England, providing insights into Shredder's life and the impact of faith on his journey. In this engaging conversation, the speakers explore themes of faith, redemption, and the transformative power of community. They share personal stories of divine intervention, the challenges of pastoral leadership, and the importance of courageous love in overcoming life's obstacles. The discussion also highlights the impact of the F3 community on personal growth and the journey of starting a podcast to share these experiences with others. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

✨ Summary In this episode of The Whetstone Podcast, Dredd, Dark Helmet, and The Plague dive straight into one of the hardest truths men need to hear today: help is not coming, you are the help. From the subway tragedy in Charlotte to the assassination of Charlie Kirk, from remembering 9/11 to the everyday battles of family and faith, this conversation calls men to step into agency, vigilance, and responsibility. Leadership isn’t about titles—it’s about living with courage, conviction, and intentionality in a world desperate for men who will stand in the gap. ✅ Highlights ✅ Why waiting for “experts” to act is destroying male leadership ✅ How vigilance and situational awareness can save lives ✅ The subway tragedy and the failure of bystanders ✅ The danger of “or-ism” and why labeling kills real debate ✅ Defining intentionality: deliberate action toward specified ends ✅ The three hardest accelerations: Queen, M, and Prayer ✅ How faith, freedom, and responsibility intertwine for men today ✅ Why every man must see himself as the cultural and spiritual leader of his community. 🔊 Sound Bites “Help is not coming. You are the help.” “Situational awareness is love in action.” “Our battle is not against flesh and blood.” “Deliberate action in furtherance of specified ends, that’s intentionality.” “Leadership is not about position, it’s about responsibility.” ⏱️ Timestamps 00:00 – Opening banter & MudGear socks story 03:00 – Processing 9/11 and leading through emotion 05:00 – The subway tragedy and lessons on vigilance 08:20 – Situational awareness in daily life 14:00 – Warrior mindset: protecting family and community 22:00 – Cultural leadership: beyond workouts and into mission 26:00 – “Or-ism” and the collapse of healthy debate 31:00 – America’s founding principles & faith under pressure 38:00 – The true meaning of intentionality in leadership 55:00 – The three hardest accelerations: Queen, M, and Prayer 59:00 – Final reflections: all three Fs working together Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices