The Infantry Podcast is a production done in support of the National Infantry Association. The Podcast aims to capture stories of those who have served including their families in order to provide lessons learned and experiential knowledge to the public. *The content shared is not an official DOD or Army product. The shared thoughts and views are those of the individual speaking. Sharing of the content does not equal endorsement of actions.
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This podcast brings together the veteran community through stories from the often-overlooked world of military office life and the absurdity of uniformed bureaucracy. We explore a range of topics, from the contrasts between combat and non-combat roles to the challenges of transitioning out of the military. Join us as we delve into mental health, imposter syndrome, the fine line between rivalry and toxic tribalism, and the value of service in all its forms.
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The Infantry Health and Wellness Podcast helps create more capable and well-rounded men in the areas of faith, family, fitness, finances and fun. We bring you conversations with high-achieving individuals on what makes them successful. Fight The Good Fight!
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Ep. 4: Veteran Recruiter Dan McCall's Insights on Transitioning from Military Service and Air Defense Stories
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In this episode of Opposite of Infantry, host Kevin Crowsyn is joined by Dan McCall, an Army veteran and experienced recruiter in the veteran space. Dan shares his journey from University of Florida graduate in Army ROTC to an Air Defense Officer, and his transition out of the military. They discuss the challenges of job hunting post-service, the v…
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Ep. 3: "Stepbrothers" in Arms: Travis Womack Talks Military Rivalries - Infantry vs POGs & Officers vs Enlisted
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"Did we just become best friends?!?!?" In this episode of 'The Opposite of Infantry,' Kevin Crowsyn interviews Travis Womack, a veteran with a broad military career. Travis discusses his journey from Airborne Infantry during peak war times to roles in recruiting, maintenance, and the Old Guard. He addresses the challenges and cultural shifts of tra…
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Ep. 2: Kenny Dugger's Spectrum of Service: From Combat Medic to Civilian Marketer and Afghanistan to Cleveland
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In this episode of 'The Opposite of Infantry,' host Kevin Crowsyn interviews army veteran Kenny Dugger. Kenny shares his military journey, explaining his transition from an infantry combat medic with a deployment to Afghanistan, to running a clinic and serving as an army recruiter. He was medically retired after nearly 11 years of service, and now …
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Ep. 1: From Reservist to Recruiting Icon with John Hand
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In this debut episode of 'The Opposite of Infantry,' host Kevin Crowsyn chats with John Hand, an Army reservist and seasoned recruiter. They discuss John's unique journey from joining the Army Reserves in high school, experiencing the impact of 9/11, and the differences between their multiple deployments. The episode also addresses the concept of '…
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Ep. 2.9 SFC Leyton Summerlin - MCoE DSOY, Harding Project
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Sit back, grab your canteen cup and enjoy this episode with SFC Leyton Summerlin. Avid listener of the Infantry Podcast, MCoE DSOY, and currently working for the Chief of Staff of the Army and Sergeant Major of the Army on the Harding Project. Learn more about the Harding Project, Leyton's experiences being told "No" and why we love CSM Chris Lewis…
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2.8 LTC Issac "Ike" Henderson-"I'm an Airborne Ranger, I can do anything" From Boise State Football to the Pentagon
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Join Brian and Josh as they talk to LTC Issac Henderson, former Boise State Football Player as we discuss going to Florida to Idaho, learning to swim and the mantra, "I'm an Airborne Ranger, I can do anything". This is not an official DOD or Army product. While some guests may still be in uniform, their appearance on this show is in no way tied to …
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2.7 CSM Matt Walker, 75th Ranger Regiment, Ranger Hall of Fame,
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In what hopefully will be part 1 of 2 we sit down with CSM (Retired) Matt Walker to discuss much of his early Army career and a few other things along the way. Thank you to Tony Mayne and the Ranger Outreach Center (R.O.C) for giving us a great place to record. Sit back, grab your canteen cup and enjoy this episode of the Infantry Podcast brought t…
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2.6 SEAC John Wayne Troxell - E-Tool Nation, Surrender or Die
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Join us for another conversation with a non-11 Series Soldier, who embodies the Spirit of the Infantry, led in Infantry formations, and continues to teach, coach, and motivate Soldiers and Civilians alike. Sit back, grab your canteen cup and enjoy this episode of the Infantry Podcast, brought to you by the National Infantry Association. This is not…
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Ep. 2.5 Jamie Popwell - Marine, Camp David, Blackwater and Flags for Vets
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We have a candid conversation with 0311 Marine Jamie Popwell who spent time at Camp David with President Reagan. After serving in local law enforcement, Jamie took a gig contracting. He spent 11 years with DynCorp and Blackwater in Bosnia, Afghanistan, Iraq, and the Sudan. Today Jamie runs a non-profit called Flags 4 Vets. https://flagsforvets.us/ …
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Ep. 2.4- CSM (R) Chris Greca- 10th Mountain, CAC, FORSCOM and USCENTCOM CSM
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This episode contains Ranger Greca's story of service over 30+ years. Including stents as CSM at 10th Mountain, Combined Arms Center, U.S. Army Forces Command, and at U.S. Central Command. Enjoy his stories of normal Joe shenanigans, mistakes, and lessons learned. Who would have guessed he had such amazing taste in eyewear? This is not an official …
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Ep. 2.3- CSM (R) Martin Freddy Celestine- The Career of a Mech Infantryman from the Virgin Islands
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Freddy Celestine began as a kid from the Virgin Islands, living in New Jersey, and looking for what was next in his life. We cover his time as a "Dirty Nasty Leg", Fort Benning DSOY, and so much more. Sit back, grab your canteen cup and enjoy this episode. This is not an official DOD or Army product. While some guests may still be in uniform, their…
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GOLD STAR YOUTH OUTDOORS w/ CSM (R) Mark Moore
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Infantry Podcast Short w/ CSM (R) Mark Moore and Gold Star Youth Outdoors. http://www.gsyoutdoors.com This is not an official DOD or Army product. While some guests may still be in uniform, their appearance on this show is in no way tied to their job. The intent of this podcast is to secure the living histories of these warriors. https://www.youtub…
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Ep. 2.2 - CSM (R) Chris Gunn - LRRS, 101st Airborne, and NCO Leadership.
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We have a special introduction from Noah Galloway, who was all the way in Canada when this was recorded. We join CSM Chris Gunn in his office right before he retired from the Army. We discuss opportunity, being led, leading others, and the impact we have on each other. Sit back, grab your canteen cup, and enjoy this episode. This is not an official…
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Ep. 2.1- BG Larry Q. Burris, 60th Chief of Infantry and Silver Star Recipient from the 2003 Thunder Run into Baghdad, Iraq
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Season 2 kicks off with BG Larry Q. Burris. We talk about his early career including being a company commander during the famed Thunder Runs in Baghdad, Iraq in April 2003. We touch on his time as a Rakkasan including taking the Brigade back to Afghanistan. We also touch a little on what it's like being the Chief of Infantry. Fill up your canteen c…
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2.0 Season 2 Preview & Season 1 Wrap-Up
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Catch a quick wrap-up of Season 1. A preview of Season 2 and a whole bunch of Thank Yous! This is not an official DOD or Army product. While some guests may still be in uniform, their appearance on this show is in no way tied to their job. The intent of this podcast is to secure the living histories of these warriors. https://www.youtube.com/watch?…
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Ep. 11- Jeff Mellinger, The Last Enlisted Draftee on Continuous Active Service from Vietnam.
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Retired CSM Jeff Mellinger joins us to talk about being the Last Enlisted Draftee on Continous Active Service, going from an office clerk to Ranger Hall of Fame, 30+ hours of freefall time, and being CSM of Operations in Iraq for almost 30 months. This is not an official DOD or Army product. While some guests may still be in uniform, their appearan…
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Singer/Songwriter Jonathan Hutcherson returns to the podcast to discuss his new single Makes A Man, the song writing process, life on the road, performing live, his 112 mile Santa Run, Hearing The Call, The Asbury University Revival, insights into his faith, fan to friend stories, his 94 F-150, upcoming music plans and so much more! Instagram @jonh…
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University of Nebraska-Omaha Hockey Player and Lakeville South Alum, Griffin Ludtke, joined the podcast to discuss New Year's, his Dad Marcus, juggling college life, investing in his faith, Griffin Ludtke Hockey Camps, his brother Tanner, pickleball and so much more. Instagram and Twitter @griffinludtke GriffinLudtkehockey.com #fightthegoodfight Su…
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Ep. 10 - Tony Mayne, Ranger, PAO, Ranger Outreach Center - Columbus, Georgia
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Ohio native, enlisted out of college and graduated basic training at Fort Benning, talks Ranger school being assigned to 3rd Ranger Regiment and SAW gunner, Operation RHINO in Afghanistan, being in the Army when GWOT began, and current work with the Ranger Outreach Center. This is not an official DOD or Army product. While some guests may still be …
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Ep. 9 - Col. Damien Mason, Deputy Commandant of the Infantry
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Staying ahead involves changing and looking toward the future for advancing technologies and strategies. To protect freedoms, the military must do so. Col. Damien Mason is the Deputy Commandant of the Infantry talks about where the Infantry is heading and the future of the branch. This is not an official DOD or Army product. While some guests may s…
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Ep. 8 - Bill Huff, Marine, Vietnam Veteran, Student Veteran Resource Program with UGA and Columbus State Univ., 1775 Society and NIM fundraiser
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Bill Huff, born and raised in Columbus, Ga. with deep local family roots, joined the Marine Corp. on a friendly dare. He shares his experiences growing up, going to the University of Ga, boot camp, deploying to Vietnam and coming back home. Now his mission is Mental Health support and suicide prevention for not only Soldiers and Veterans but for al…
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Ep. 7 - LTC Josh Powers, Gen. Douglas MacArthur Leadership Award Winner, Author, and Iraq/Afghanistan Veteran
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Leadership is defined as the action of leading a group of people or an organization. The concept seems very straightforward and simple enough but the execution is the most important but also difficult part. It's even more challenging to be a dynamic and effective leader. LTC Josh Powers is a true dynamic and effective leader. Douglas MacArthur Awar…
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Ep. 6 - Noah Galloway, Purple Heart Recipient, Double Amputee, DWTS Contestant, and 2014 Ultimate Men's Health Guy
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War has a way of changing all who face it. Most often the heavy burdens, emotionally, physically, and mentally, are not shared with the public. Meet Noah Galloway, a Purple Heart Recipient who was a Sergeant with the 101st Airborne Division and suffered life-threatening injuries from an IED attack during Operation Iraqi Freedom. Go on the journey o…
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Former Federal Agent Joe Bezotte, the CEO and Founder of Core Security Consulting joined the podcast to discuss all things Genesis Ranch, the upcoming Oktoberfest celebration at the Ranch, the high-level courses he offers, the Core Security training culture, the Miles Dei Youth program and more! Facebook and Instagram: Genesis Ranch and Core Securi…
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Ep. 5 - Major (Ret) Al Zimmerman, Vietnam Pilot, Silver Star Recipient, Ranger Hall of Fame
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Ep. 5 - Our good buddy Al was a Vietnam helicopter pilot, an infantryman, a Silver Star Recipient, and a member of the Ranger Hall of Fame....oh, and he owns the Soldier Store in the National Infantry Museum. He's one of those guys you want to interview multiple times. If you don't enjoy this interview....it's probably you. A straight talking guy w…
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Moses Ehambe, Minnesota Timberwolves Director of Player Programs joined the podcast to discuss dad life, Win All Day, working with players off the court, his hoops career, playing against Kevin Durant, investing in marriage, finding greatness within, FLY, creating a winning confession and so much more! Instagram @mosesehambe Twitter @mosesehambe #f…
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Lakeville South (MN) Football Coach Ben Burk joined the podcast to discuss superstitions, what last season taught him, if the flow will return for this season, the forecast for this year's team, benefits of multi-sport, time management during the season, lessons from his Air Force career, suburban dad culture, the Ben Burk Burger and so much more! …
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Ep 4 Lieutenant Colonel Nate Conkey, TAC Officer, Rugby Player, ROTC instructor
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Ep 4. Today we sit down with Lieutenant Colonel Nate Conkey who has a lot of experience both as a decorated infantry officer himself and someone who trains, coaches, and mentors young men and women to become the best Soldiers and Leaders they can be. Just an overall good conversation with an up and coming leader in today's Army. This is not an offi…
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Ep. 3 - Jumping into combat 7 times with Command Sergeant Major (Retired) Michael Kelso
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Likely one of the more unique stories you're ever going to hear, Michael Kelso, a retired Command Sergeant Major, served in the Rhodesian Army before the US Army, the 75th Ranger Regiment, a member of the Ranger Hall Of Fame, the father of a young Soldier, and was (no kidding) featured in "Soldier of Fortune" magazine. And to add some icing on the …
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Ep 2. Staff Sergeant Kevin Nguyen, Amputee, Olympian, Hero
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Buckle in for this one, folks. This Olympic athlete, world class shooter, and bona fide hero is a member of the vaunted Army Marksmanship Unit here at Fort Benning, GA. However, we discuss something much more important than our average podcast. Kevin is an amputee from the knee down on one leg. This is a candid, in your face discussion bout what th…
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Ep 1 - Major General Milford Beagle Talks 10th Mountain Division
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Ep 1 - Major General Milford Beagle Talks 10th Mountain Division. Michael, Brian, and MG Beagle have an in depth discussion about Fort Drum, the 10th Mountain Division, where both Michael and MG Beagle served, as well as MG Beagle's personal history which is sure to impress. A great leader with a great story. Some topics include online presence of …
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In our inaugural episode we take a few minutes to introduce ourselves and our new podcast. We discuss what the listener can expect from both us and our guests. We also provide ways for the listener to contact us and provide us with ideas and points of contacts for new episode ideas. Also, thanks to our friends at DH Beatz for use of their song "I L…
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DJ Hillier is a CrossFit athlete, coach, business owner and host of The Mi-Fit Podcast. He joined the show to discuss training with Rich Froning, how he got started in CrossFit, overcoming fitness obstacles, managing different seasons of fitness, fitness longevity, what he would be doing if he couldn't do fitness, book suggestions, the Mi-Fit Podca…
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Bob Bayer joined the podcast to discuss his radio days, the birth, mission and vision of Lakeville (MN) Faith Community, praying for others, how to get involved and much more. www.lakevillefaithcommunity.org #fightthegoodfight Support the showעל ידי Matt Anderson
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Thought Engineer Marius Massie joined the podcast to discuss connecting with others on a deeper level, overcoming struggles and doubts, digging deep into the roots of issues, developing an authentic relationship with God, being a light to young people, fitness, nutrition, Montell Jordan, repositioning his smart phone and so much more! Instagram @Ma…
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Lakeville North (MN) Hockey Coach Jake Taylor joined the podcast to discuss off-season plans, Jiu-Jitsu, the North vs South rivalry, Rochester Hockey, the challenges of coaching today's player, his leadership approach, his faith journey, the mission of Strapped, his fitness regimen, advice for men who are struggling and so much more! www.strappednd…
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CrossFit Realtor Matt "Ebby" Ebbighausen joined the podcast to discuss the real estate market, his CrossFit journey, raising awesome kids, coaching, his faith journey, managing a crazy schedule and so much more! www.imetroproperty.com Instagram @crossfit_realtor Support the showעל ידי Matt Anderson
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Lift Up CEO and Founder Shane O’Rourke joined the podcast to discuss what he does to stay active, the origin and mission of Lift Up, his leadership style, book suggestions, marriage, being intentional, time management tips, ways to support Lift Up, advice for people struggling and so much more! www.liftup.com Instagram @LiftUp #fightthegoodfight Su…
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University of Augsburg Hockey Coach Boom May joined the podcast to discuss the Auggies run to the Frozen Four in Lake Placid, the Adrian game, his team's historic season, the state of DIII hockey, his suit game, his superstitions, the off-season, recruiting, key players, being a hockey dad and so much more! Twitter @CoachBoomMay Instagram @augsburg…
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Top Ten Talents President John Warder joined the podcast to discuss fitness and nutrition, maintaining longevity, the importance of challenging yourself, eating like a farmer, playing QB at Iowa State, his faith story, leadership training, advice for dads, time management tips and so much more! www.toptentalents.com LinkedIn: John Warder #fighttheg…
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St. Thomas Academy (MN) Hockey Coach Trent Eigner joined the podcast to discuss creating mental space, running marathons, the addition of Mike Randolph to the coaching staff, journaling, his evolution as a coach, being a father of 6, restoring his relationship with his dad, life on his hobby farm, advice for those who are struggling and so much mor…
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Former NHL and University of Minnesota hockey legend Paul Martin joined the podcast to discuss his time at the U as a player and now a coach, his time at Elk River, his hoops career, the 2002 National Title game 20 years later, trying to stop Ovi and Jagr, being Mic’d Up, fitness, mental health, Shine The Light Foundation, spiritual fitness, advice…
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Former NHL and University of Minnesota hockey player Jeff Taffe joined the podcast to discuss the 2002 National Title game with the Gophers 20 years later, his time at Hastings High School, coaching high school kids, fitness, his pro hockey career, Russian Gas, life after pro hockey (or is he done?) being a Dad with twins, the United Hero's League,…
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Minnesota Heat Basketball President and Founder Willie Vang joined the podcast to discuss the roots and mission of MN Heat, playing multiple sports, sports parents, the car ride home, qualities of the best leaders, the state of hoops in MN, time management tips, his battle with cancer, his amazing Dad story and so much more! Twitter @Wille_Vang @Mi…
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SotaStick Founder and CEO Landon Johnson joined the podcast to discuss how the brand started, the Met Center, the Metrodome, retro gaming, the Duck-Duck shirt, Dollar Bill Kirill, seeing people wearing SotaStick gear, connecting with athletes through the gear, balancing business and family, advice for others looking to start their own business and …
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Eric Goranson joined the podcast to discuss his business Cars Are People Too, his first car, student life at YouTube University, the story of his cars, naming his cars, discovering hidden treasures, his bucket list of cars, marriage, his journey out of a dark place, getting to "know" Jesus and so much more! Instagram @carsarepeople2 www.carsarepeop…
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Next Generation Pastor Terry Parkman joined the podcast to discuss his start in Martial Arts, his MMA career, his cool fighting nickname, how he discovered Jesus, his call to ministry, masculinity in the church, advice for parents on raising children, marriage, adopting his two daughters, advice for men who are struggling with faith and so much mor…
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MMA broadcast veteran TJ DeSantis joined the podcast to discuss his start in broadcasting, his introduction to MMA, his passion and dedication to his craft, GOALS, the 3 C’s of podcasting, our crazy trip to LA for the American Idol Season 1 finale, the time he hugged Kelly Clarkson, marriage, being a dad, the future of Gable Steveson and so much mo…
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Singer/Songwriter Jonathan Hutcherson joined the podcast to discuss growing up in small town Kentucky, where his love for music started, his songwriting process, being on The Voice Season 10, life in Nashville, his walk with Jesus, his vision for the future, Barndominiums and a special performance of his song Makes A Man. Instagram @jonhutch Twitte…
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Financial Advisor Ryan Ash joined the podcast to talk Healing Haiti, finances in a marriage, teaching our kids about money, saving options for your children's future, finances from a biblical perspective, raising boys, coaching, advice for people struggling with finances and so much more! Connect with Ryan: Ryan.Ash@thrivent.com 952-447-1090 #fight…
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