Ironside Podcast

Brad Wilcox is a husband, father, grandfather and leader-servant. He is an expert teacher and counselor and currently serves in the Young Men's General Presidency for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. We discuss his General Conference address "Worthiness is not Flawlessness" from October 2021 as well as his book "The Continuous Conversion. He highlights the recent changes to the Church's youth programs, the importance of missionary service, and the impact of COVID on the Church. Brother Wilcox is well-known for his charisma and charity and gives hope and strength to young men and fathers everywhere.  Listen to his Conference address here: https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2021/10/35wilcox?lang=eng  Check out his book, "the Continuous Conversion" here: https://deseretbook.com/p/continuous-conversion-brad-wilcox-87416?variant_id=8861-hardcover 

Scott is an expert in Jungian typology and a master counselor. He first appeared on Episode 48 so if you haven't listened to that one, then go back an do so. We read the myth of Cupid and Psyche and breakdown some of the psychology behind that great work as well as exploring golden pairs of personalities, potential pitfalls and strengths that are common to specific types.

Rob Ingram is a man who has dedicated his life to the pursuit and mastery of martial arts. He has trained, competed, and taught for years. Rob  calls out cultish con-men, and exposes predators who prey on unsuspecting students as instructors in martial arts studios.  Rob is a fantastic guy with an impressive fight record and an unparalleled love for fighting and the truth. He shares his insight and his story that brought him to the forefront of the fight against fraudsters and abusers.  Check him out on Instagram @mcdojolife Follow him on Twitter @McDojoLife Buy some merch linktr.ee/mcdojolife  Be sure to tune in for updates on his documentary @mcdojolifedoc

Caleb Brown says that he chose photography but sports photography chose him. He details his journey to becoming a successful sports photographer. He shares his experience photographing Temples of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. We talk about the business side of taking pictures but more importantly the philosophy of photography. Follow him on Twitter @cbreeze32 Check out his Instagram instagram.com/cbreezesports/ Find his photos at cbreezephotography.mypixieset.com

Tom and I are joined by the unparalleled Leiland Tanner. Leiland is a husband, father, member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, and a modern-day Bard. Leiland shares his wisdom on how we can discover and develop the gifts God has given and is giving us still. He explains his music and we read from Hugh Nibley's "Approaching Zion".  Follow him on Twitter @LeilandTanner Visit www.LeilandMusic.com  Follow him on Instagram: www.instagram.com/leilandt  Catch more music on his SoundCloud: www.SoundCloud.com/leiland

PCM Christ is a husband, a father, and an accomplished author. We talk about his journey to become a writer and how to improve as lifelong readers and writers. We discuss the importance of harsh critiques, positive reinforcement, and the highs and lows of creating something worthwhile. His wisdom and wit are unparalleled. He shares a preview of his story "human.exe" that will be published in the 8th issue of "MAN'S WORLD" (September 2022).  Follow him on Twitter @plzcallmechrist Check out his substack @ plzcallmechrist.substack.com Read the previous issues of "MAN'S WORLD" @ lnk.bio/RAWEGGNATIONALIST 

Rene von Gunten is a friend and incredible adventurer. He is an adept filmmaker and tells stories of people who do things differently. We discuss how asking questions is a catalyst to creativity and how all of us have stories to share. Check out his website and follow him on YouTube  https://www.storyfilm.studio/vongunten

Giordano is a teacher, an author, and an incredible minded man. He shares his insight as a reader, writer, and middle school teacher. We discuss his new book, "The Mambo Wizard: Breakfast is Served" as well as family life, faith, and more.  Follow him on Twitter @giordano_lives for amazing threads. Pick up his book at https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09VB18GLF/ 

My friend and returning guest Athenian Stranger joins us again to discuss how to get the most out of the gym, combating weakness, and going through hard times. We discuss Samson, passive aggression, and many of the problems plaguing society. We open with an excerpt from the Sagas of the Icelanders and talk about scripture and strength. Follow him on Twitter @athens_stranger for much more wisdom and inspiration. 

Bolingbroke brings his expertise in Shakespeare and political philosophy in this heavy-hitting episode. We discuss where to start (or restart) your Shakespeare journey, some of the controversies and our favorite works. Follow him on Twitter @KingBolingbroke

Todd is a husband, a father, an educator, and an entrepreneur. He shares his upbringing from being raised by a single mother to becoming a paragon of righteous masculinity. We discuss his journeys in and out of homeschooling to public education and how we can be positive male role-models and lifelong educators. He shares his tools through Homeschool Edvantage. Follow him on Twitter @ToddKMichael Become a member of Homeschool Edvantage and check out his own podcasts and channels at linktr.ee/toddkmichael

Conan, Esquire joins me to discuss how and what and when to read, watch, and write things. We talk about some of his favorite stories, the needless divide between nerds and jocks, and the importance of a fully integrated life. We talk about marriage, fatherhood, and finishing our work. We discuss losers like George R. R. Martin and Patrick Rothfuss and winners like J.R.R. Tolkien and Robert Howard.  Conan shares his book as well as a preview of his works in progress. Follow him on Twitter @conan_esq Buy his book, "The Turquoise Serpent" at https://www.amazon.com/Turquoise-Serpent-Ashes-Urn-Book-ebook/dp/B088F4KMTZ

Gruntpa is an Iraq and Afghanistan vet with 10 years of experience in information security consulting. He is a father, a fighter, a reader, and an incredible man. We discuss his experiences and how we have to be realistic without being nihilistic.  Check out his blog digitaldropzone.com  Follow him on Twitter @th3v0t4ry

His Lordship Miles Routledge is a Catholic Adventurer. He is known for his journeys to Afghanistan during Taliban takeover, South Sudan, the Kazakhstan riots, Ukraine war, having tea with Taliban, and the Isle of Wight paddle. We discuss his rough start on the streets to his coming to Christ. He discusses the dangers he has seen, his tips and tricks for adventure tourism and much more.  Follow him on Twitter @real_lord_miles Check out his YouTube channel @ youtube.com/c/LordMiles

Natalie Cline has been deeply involved in the fight for religious freedom, pro-life legislation, and family-friendly education policy for the past decade. She has lobbied and testified locally in favor of parental rights, student data privacy, and the protection of our children's innocence. She serves on the Utah State Board of Education. We discuss what freedom in education means, what the threats to our children are, and how to fight back at every level.  Check out her website nataliejcline.com Follow her on Twitter @NatalieJCline

Some say that you ought never to meet your heroes. I disagree. I say meet, greet, and learn as much as you can from your heroes. In this episode I got to talk with one of my personal heroes and my all-time favorite author, Craig Johnson.  Craig Johnson is the New York Times bestselling author of the Longmire mysteries, the basis for the hit Netflix original series Longmire. He is the recipient of the Western Writers of America Spur Award for fiction, the Mountains and Plains Booksellers Award for fiction, the Nouvel Observateur Prix du Roman Noir, and the Prix SNCF du Polar. He lives in Ucross, Wyoming, population 26. We discuss his writings, the philosophy behind the larger-than life characters, and his upcoming 18th novel in the Walt Longmire mystery series, "Hell and Back", coming out September 6, 2022. Check out his website: www.craigallenjohnson.com Follow him on Instagram and Twitter @ucrosspop25 Join his Facebook community @OfficialCraigJohnson

Scott Fischbuch is a good friend of mine & a brilliant student of Jungian typology. Most people know it as the Myers-Briggs Type Indicator (MBTI), but Scott has elaborated on the system to go well beyond the standard business-school applications. We discuss the various functions and how they cash out in real life.  Check out his appearance on the EXIT podcast https://www.podbean.com/pu/pbblog-6k9ax-c64c96T 

Jon Fitch is a World Champion Mixed Martial Artist, a father, an author, a thinker, and a doer. He shares his insight from years of training, and competition at the highest level. We discuss meal plans, raising children, self-defense, Dr. Jordan Peterson, and much more.  Follow him on Twitter @jonfitchdotnet Buy the Weight Cut Bible on Amazon https://www.amazon.com/Weight-Cut-Bible-fighter-pounds/dp/B086PLB8ZQ Buy his book Failing Upward/Death by Ego on Amazon https://www.amazon.com/Failing-Upward-Death-Ego-Book/dp/179187990X Follow him on Instagram (where he met his girlfriend, so maybe you can find one, too) @jonfitchsmash Check out jonfitch.net for courses, seminars, and much more.  Check out his own epic podcast https://open.spotify.com/show/6wwKvHBgaLJ2JbrKMLOd2k?si=4ff4bc9c352e4ebf

My friend and mentor Dr. Bennett joins us to discuss his creation of the EXIT group, how to optimize our time and talents, and what it means to be a friend and family man. We discuss fistfights, Abrahamic sacrifices, and recognizing the hand of God of in our lives. To read Dr. Bennett's excellent writings, check out his Substack at http://extradeadjcb.substack.com To learn more about EXIT, visit exitgroup.us  Follow him on Twitter @extradeadjcb Listen to the EXIT podcast exitgroup.podbean.com

The great Pine Draugr takes us deep into the woods to discuss mountain men, cryptids, UFOs, time in the Navy, the utility of suffering, hunting, camping and being better men.

Lafayette Lee brings with him a chain of memories and a wealth of experiences. He shares insights into his wide worldview while balancing that with his up-close and personal home life.  Follow him on Twitter @Partisan_O Subscribe to his Substack ruins.substack.com

Francis is an American hero, a husband, father, and genuine bad mamba-jamba. His experience from military service to martial arts have honed him into a man indeed. Despite a rough and ready exterior he is thoughtful and wise-hearted. We discuss EXIT and the merits of a real brotherhood. To learn more, visit exitgroup.us Follow the EXIT group on Twitter @exit_org  and the founder @extradeadjcb

My brother Joe, the Athenian Stranger, returns to discuss mental health, or as he describes it, mental strength. We start with an excerpt from Tim Ferriss' book "Tools of Titans" regarding suicide, and proceed to discuss everything from Nietzsche to the Apostle Paul. Above all else we invite anyone who is struggling with bouts of melancholy and depression to reach out. We promise that your reaching will not be in vain and with all the speed of a lightning bolt from a summer sky your forearm will be clasped in the grip of brotherhood by those men who are brisk and cheerful in their efforts to raise you up. We love you.  Follow Joe on Twitter @Athens_Stranger

In a very special episode our friends Steve and Lisa share their story of faith and how they have come to join the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and what it means to be a family.

Tony Cowden is an American hero. We discuss his upbringing, the reason he is running for the US House North Carolina District 3, starting and selling a small business, what trust means, and how the death of a loved one is not a loss but a gain. He is going to save America.  Support him in his campaign and learn his stance on the issues that matter most: tonycowden.com Follow him on Twitter @TonyCowdenNC

We are joined by an American Hero and Western Legend: Braxton McCoy. He is a horseman, a husband, a father, a warrior, a poet, and storyteller. We read an excerpt from his book, "The Glass Factory" available on his website: braxtonmccoy.com/theglassfactory and  Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Glass-Factory-Braxton-McCoy/dp/0999322516 We discuss good and evil, comic book movies, literature and much more.   Braxton possesses over a decade of public speaking experience and has engaged a wide variety of audiences to include Fortune 500 executives, military members, rehabilitation centers, NBA, MLB, and NFL players and executives.  Unmistakably humble, raw, compassionate, and humorous, his powerful story and frank methods on introducing these values stay with audience members long after the ovation has come to an end. Follow him on Twitter: @braxton_mccoy Join the Bunkhouse: bunkhouse.braxtonmccoy.com

On a very special episode we are joined by my bride as well as our friend, Madeline Joy, the founder of the Deseret Woman magazine. We discuss her rediscovery of the Gospel of Jesus Christ, families, and the need for uplifting, inspiring, and doctrinally-sound messages. Deseret Woman is a monthly print magazine written by Latter-day Saint women for Latter-day Saint women. Our mission is to support covenant women in curating a life worth logging off for. Find them at deseretwoman.com Follow the team on  Twitter: @DeseretWoman Instagram: @deseretwomanmag Facebook: @deseretwoman

In a very special episode, Tom and I are joined by my own father, Brendan Cain. A farmer, a computer research scientist, a minor-league hockey player, a general contractor--my dad has done it all. He details his conversion to the Gospel of Jesus Christ and how that changed our family for the better forever.

Nima Cheraghi is a linguist, a writer, a thinker, and an adventurer. We discuss his latest series on the Friekorps in the Baltics and what it means to reflect ourselves upon the world.  Subscribe to his substack: nimacheraghi.substack.com Follow him on Twitter: @AnchorStill 

Ben Wilson, the host of the How To Take Over The World Podcast, returns to discuss Sasquatch, Vladimir Putin, where Alexander the Great's remains are located, telling the truth, and much more.  Connect with him on Twitter @BenWilsonTweets  Listen to the How To Take Over The World Podcast at www.httotw.com Sasquatch video referenced: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EG0FNv8KEgU

David Moore is an expert entrepreneur, a genius marketer, and a fantastic friend. He shares his outlook and insight into living a more meaningful life.  Follow him on Twitter @DavidMoore411

Tom and I are joined by the rootin'est tootin'est gunslinging cowgirl in the wild, wild west. Molly Miller is a wife, a mother, a bona fide cowgirl, an author and a shining example of stick-to-it-tiveness. She shares her journey from runaway to a happily married mother and homesteader.  Buy her debut novel "Babylon's Fallen Star" at bigsage.press and follow her on Twitter @MollyMiller951

Owen is a friend, a husband, a father, and an illustrator. A mystic, a seeker, thinker, doer. He shares his spiritual journey and how he has grown into his faith in Christ and his role as the spiritual director of his family. He gives advice to aspiring artists and how to be a good worthy husband and father. Buy his book at http://amazon.com/dp/B09MYQ94KJ/   Check out his art http://owencyclops.com  shirts+prints http://owen-cyclops.myshopify.com

The prolific writer and unparalleled thinker, Zero HP Lovecraft, joins me to talk about the gift of fiction and the importance of history. The tethers of reality are stretched and strained but we must not let ourselves be reduced to the status of ascetics. There is no pleasure more complex than that of thought. Follow him on Twitter @0x49fa98 Read his incomparable work at zerohplovecraft.wordpress.com 

My brother, the Red Devil, joins me to talk about his time in Special Forces, being a husband, a father, and a man. He is absolutely legit and is one of the smartest and strongest dudes on the planet. Follow him on Twitter for expert kit advice @Snakeeater36 Read his substack for legit insights into current conditions and how to weather any storm. https://open.spotify.com/episode/4GCuZs6Ugw1dlpUflEyrwD?si=955f189ca31b4753 

My dear friend and mentor joins me to discuss loyalty, brotherhood, fistfights, and philosophy. Remember that real honor can overcome all obstacles and whether you're new to philosophy and fitness or have been on the path for a long time, there is more to learn and more to share. Follow him on Twitter @Athens_Stranger and check out his spaces to learn at the foot of a true master. 

Greg Nelson is a father to fifteen children and a hero to millions more. He works for FamilySearch and has helped countless people reconnect with their long-lost ancestors. He is a wise, measured, gentle, and strong man.  He is the content strategy specialist for East Europe, Central Asia, Asia, and various parts of the United States at FamilySearch. He holds a B.A. in Russian, an M.A. in Slavic linguistics and literature, and a B.S. in computer science. He resides in Stansbury Park, Utah. Connect with him on Instagram and Twitter @ GregDNelson and ask about your ancestors today. 

Tom and I sit down with a long-time friend and mentor, Mr. Tanner Guzy. Tanner is a men's style coach, an author, a supreme athlete, a husband, father, and member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. He is an exemplary man and has a lot of good counsel to share with us to help us improve in every facet of life.  Sign up to get personal coaching from him: https://masculine-style.teachable.com/p/project-your-power Follow him on Instagram and Twitter: @tannerguzy Listen to his podcast, Spiritual Arson: https://open.spotify.com/show/12jAWXWvqwQnoqHLcMBKZS?si=1eaa4ea3d64042c9 Buy his book:https://www.amazon.com/Appearance-Power-Masculinity-Expressed-Aesthetics/dp/1979138400/ref=as_li_ss_tl?keywords=appearance+of+power&qid=1558453737&s=gateway&sr=8-1&linkCode=sl1&tag=tannerguzy-20&linkId=f6af5fd1f8b9a94ad75ad221c42b4b14&language=en_US Check out his TedX talk: https://youtu.be/5nQJ80rsOmo Find out your style archetype with his short quiz: https://masculinestyle.outgrow.us/What-is-your-Style-Archetype

Eli Crane is a combat veteran, small-business owner, husband, father and a follower of Jesus Christ. Eli went on five war time deployments, three of them to the Middle East with SEAL Team 3 and served our country for 13 years – protecting and defending America’s freedom, way of life, and Constitution. We discuss selflessness, loving our enemies, and being better husbands and fathers.   He is running for Congress in Arizona and is the owner/operator of Bottle Breacher Donate to his campaign at eliforarizona.com Follow him on Twitter and Instagram @ EliCrane_CEO  Buy some really cool gear and gifts at bottlebreacher.com

Pornography has become so prolific that one way or another it will rear its many ugly hydra heads at some point in our lives and try to sink its fangs into our hearts and minds. But it doesn't have to defeat us. In fact, we can defeat it.  Tim is a husband, father, and a man of God. He has fought the good fight and emerged from a world of addiction to the world's most pernicious poison; pornography. He helps men start from scratch to overcome addiction and come back stronger. He is the founder of www.intothewildernessblog.com, a blog dedicated to helping men overcome sexual addiction and transform their lives by renewing their faith, re-energizing their families, and restoring their masculinity. He is a licensed Chaplain and works with men through Bible study, preaching, and coaching to overcome pornography addiction and become better men. He lives in Pennsylvania with his wife and two daughters.\ You can follow him on Twitter @TimothyReigle You can schedule a one-on-one coaching linktr.ee/TimothyReigle 

Nick is first and foremost a follower of Jesus Christ, a husband, and a father. He is also an incredible lifter, not only of heavy objects but also of souls. He is a great teacher and coach. We talk about faith, family, and fatherhood. We discuss getting in shape, eating right, and where to start or begin again.  You can follow him on Twitter @blksmthbb Be sure to check out his merchandise, website, YouTube, and Instagram https://linktr.ee/BLKSMTHBB Stay tuned for his Way of the Warrior workout programs coming soon. He has a Spartan, Samurai, and Viking program that will help you become the fearsome and formidable warrior you need to be. 

Clay Martin served in two branches of service, the USMC and the US Army. In the Corps, he was in the infantry, a Scout/Sniper, and a Recon Marine. In the Army, he served as a Green Beret, with most of his career spent in 3rd Special Forces Group. He was an Operational Detachment Alpha ( ODA) Communications SGT, Intelligence SGT, and ended his career as a SFAUC instructor. He started writing novels in August of 2017, and finished his first non-fiction survival book in June of 2020. Sadly, it has proven to be a crystal ball for our slide into the abyss. You can find his books at https://www.amazon.com/Clay-Martin/e/B077P81ZP1?ref_=dbs_p_pbk_r00_abau_000000  Follow him on Twitter at @wayofftheres Clawson Smith is a returning guest. Outdoorsman and fighter extraordinaire.  You can find his first book, Goonhood, at https://www.amazon.com/Goonhood-Clawson-Smith-ebook/dp/B089Y18YWF/ref=sr_1_2?crid=161QAAI32GKRK&keywords=Clawson+Smith&qid=1643945356&s=digital-text&sprefix=clawson+smith%2Cdigital-text%2C134&sr=1-2 Follow him on Twitter at @r3turn0fth3g00n

Tom and I discuss my favorite novel, Watership Down, by Richard Adams. 

Ben Wilson is a husband, a father, and a historian. He hosts the How to Take Over the World Podcast (https://www.httotw.com/)  We discuss following in the footsteps of some of the great men and women of history, seeking miracles in our own lives, and living up to our potential and privilege as sons of God. 

Jason Gardner served 30 years in the SEAL teams. He is a husband, a father, a homesteader, and leadership instructor with Echelon Front. He is a real human being and a real hero. We talk about lessons learned as a Navy SEAL, raising resilient children, fasting, fitness, smiling more, how to take ownership, and being disciplined.  Follow Jason and his wife Iris on Instagram @jason.n.gardner and @allthewildplaces Also on Twitter @JasonNGardner and @onlyirisgardner

Chris Hardman is an author, a health and fitness expert, a Spartan racer, and above all a friend. He shares his knowledge on how to be better in every aspect of your life.  Follow him on Twitter at https://twitter.com/chhardman?lang=en Find his book at https://ascended-life.gumroad.com/l/morningroutine  Check out his exercise routines at https://ascended-life.gumroad.com/l/100EMOMS

Joe Kent is a veteran, a father to two strapping sons, husband to Shannon Kent and the best Candidate for Congress (WA-03). We discuss some of his platform, and how his more than two decades in the Army and Special Forces make him able to fight for America in the political arena. Vote for Joe Kent. You can read more about him and donate to his campaign at joekentforcongress.com 

Tom and I are joined by Logan (aka Latter-Day Retainer), the host of the Spiritual Danger Close podcast. We discuss how to do the best things in your life, long-distance relationships, Church membership and the military. Spiritual Danger Close Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/74avG4uMdIUEVMfT7QA0Vz

What are we going to do about our trials? We discuss Rudyard Kipling's immortal poem "If" and President Thomas S. Monson's "Charity Never Faileth" 

Tom and I discuss the Personal Development: Youth Guidebook by the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints as well as "THE CODE. THE EVALUATION. THE PROTOCOLS. BECOMING AN EMINENTLY QUALIFIED HUMAN" by Jocko Willink.  Guidebook: https://abn.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/manual/personal-development-youth-guidebook?lang=eng&adobe_mc_ref=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.churchofjesuschrist.org%2Fstudy%2Fmanual%2Fpersonal-development-youth-guidebook%3Flang%3Deng&adobe_mc_sdid=SDID%3D7327D77911D36E4C-14266A30E4086B8B%7CMCORGID%3D66C5485451E56AAE0A490D45%2540AdobeOrg%7CTS%3D1640827608 The Code. The Evaluation. The Protocols: https://www.jockopublishing.com/the-code-the-evalution-the-protocol  Lily's YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/MaysProductions