The Aggressive Life with Brian Tome

The average age of retirement is 64, while the average age of death isn’t till 82. What are you going to do with your 18 years? No matter how old you are, the answer to the question starts today. Most men work to reach retirement without a goal of how to spend it—leaving the majority of them lonely, depressed and without purpose. That’s not Dale Tesmond. A former CEO and corporate storyteller, Dale spent his working years helping brands develop their stories. The lessons he learned then have turned his retirement years into the most fulfilling of his life. Whether you’re just starting your career, or you can see the light at the end of the tunnel, the choices you make today will determine whether you thrive, or flounder, in your retirement years. Time to make some aggressive moves. Connect with Dale at his podcast, The ReDirect Podcast, here.Watch the full episode on YouTube here.

Join Brian Tome and world-renowned adventurer and survivalist, Bear Grylls, under the big tent at MAN CAMP 2025. In this special episode of The Aggressive Life, Bear speaks about his faith, discovering that Jesus is wild, and why the safest place to be is on the front lines. Bear’s aggressive approach to faith and life is a shot in the arm to get you moving. Join Brian Tome and thousands of men from across the country who have already staked their claim for MAN CAMP 2026. Find out more at mancamp.usWatch this discussion, recorded live at MAN CAMP, on YouTube here.

One of the top episodes in the history of The Aggressive Life, re-released for the first time with video. A priest in the diocese of Indianapolis, Father Vincent Lampert spent decades as an exorcist—and has the stories to back it up. From his hands-on training in Rome, to real encounters with demons and possessed individuals, Father Lampert pulls back the curtain on the spirit realm, exposing a reality many people are quick to ignore. A man of deep wisdom, experience, and joy, this conversation is just as resonant today as it was when it was first recorded in 2023. Watch the full episode on YouTube here.

Could you cover 2800 miles—the distance between New York City and Los Angeles—in 40 days with ten of your friends? That’s the question that close friends, JONBOB and David, wanted to figure out. Instead of asking ChatGPT, or Google, they started moving. That’s how RELENTLESS 2800, a 40-day team challenge, was born. In the years since, RELENTLESS has grown into a movement that not only gets people moving in the winter months, but is also making them more resilient and less isolated. Two average guys building something that is changing lives across the nation? That’s an aggressive move. Ready for RELENTLESS 2800? Use the word AGGRESSIVE at checkout to get 30% off. Watch the full episode on YouTube here.

When Tyler Frazier found the Iron Horsemen, an outlaw motorcycle club, he thought he’d arrived. After a terrible childhood marked by extensive abuse, Tyler had finally found a place to belong. Little did he know, God was chasing him even harder than the gang. After falling in love, and having children, Tyler decided to leave gang life behind—and everything immediately got more difficult. Planning to take his own life, a miraculous encounter turned everything around. In this powerful episode of The Aggressive Life with Brian Tome, Tyler shares his incredibly aggressive story of pursuing, and being pursued by, a God who never gives up on us. Watch the full episode on YouTube here.

Miracles might not be common, but they still happen… and Paul Maconochie has seen more than his fair share. A pastor, leader, and close friend of BT, Paul returns to the podcast to talk about healing prayer—how to do it, when to do it, and what to expect. Paul’s experience of seeing God heal others through prayer makes him one of the foremost experts on the topic. In prayer, like life, reward always lies on the other side of risk. No matter what you believe about God, prayer, or healing, this conversation has something to get you moving. Crossroads is hosting Nights of Healing Prayer with Paul Maconochie—part workshop, part experience—at all sites and online throughout January and February, 2026. Everyone welcome. Dates, times, and more details here.Watch the full episode on YouTube here.

Fitness trends and best practices feel like a moving target—one trainer says this, and another says something completely different. In this episode, Brian sits down with nationally recognized fitness coach and trainer, Shawn Zitt, for a practical conversation about building and maintaining physical health. How much water do I need? Should I eat more meat or less? Do I have to work out everyday? How much sleep should I get? With decades of experience, and hundreds of successful clients, Shawn’s expertise can be the push you need into a healthier future. Watch the full episode on YouTube here.

Reading the Bible is a very common—but rarely achieved—goal. Is there a secret to reading the Bible? How do I actually engage with this old book? What are the nuts and bolts of building a Bible reading habit and will it actually influence my life? In this One Question episode, Brian tackles all those questions and more. If you’re setting out to read more of the Bible in 2026, this episode is a push in the right direction. Read the Bible alongside BT, and thousands of others, in the free Crossroads Anywhere App. Find it in the app store or at this link. Watch the full episode on YouTube here.

2025 was a banner year for The Aggressive Life with Brian Tome—from moving to video content, to surpassing 300 episodes, to welcoming bucket list guests like Bear Grylls. In this best-of episode, Dirt takes listeners back to six of the biggest episodes of the year, including talking the great outdoors with Bear Grylls, pushing through difficulty with Maverick City Music’s Dante Bowe, and what Biblical masculinity actually looks like with pastor Joby Martin. If you missed these conversations the first time around, there’s no better time to catch up. Links to original full length episodes: God, Grit and the Great Outdoors with Bear Grylls:Apple | SpotifyDeveloping Joy Beyond the Ups and Downs of Life with Dante Bowe:Apple | SpotifyHow to Put Your Phone Down and Live More with Darren Whitehead:Apple | SpotifyThe Adventure I Don’t Want To Be On—A Cancer Conversation with BT:Apple | SpotifyBiblical Masculinity Isn’t Toxic or Tame with Joby Martin:Apple | Spotify MAN CAMP Builds Dangerous Men with Rory Lawrence & Matt Fortin:Apple | SpotifyWatch the full episode on YouTube here.

The final episode of a four-day run of episodes focused on aggressiveness during the Christmas season, Brian hones in on the boldest move God ever made—taking on flesh to dwell among us. This is the hinge point of history, and the reason why Christmas matters. A version of this content was originally shared on Brian’s email list. Join here to get monthly shots of aggressive living delivered right to your inbox. Watch the full episode on YouTube here.

The 3rd of a limited four-day run of episodes designed to prepare you for an aggressive Christmas, Brian circles back to the story of the shepherds. Their willingness to move, without all the information, ensured they experienced the most profound moment in human history. Your willingness to move is the key to a holiday, and life, that works. A version of this content was originally shared on Brian’s email list. Join here to get monthly shots of aggressive living delivered right to your inbox. Watch the full episode on YouTube here.

Even at Christmas time, a just man (or woman) sticks out. In the 2nd of a limited run of four episodes designed to get your mind and muscles ready for the holiday, Brian focuses his attention on Joseph. While the Bible doesn’t say much about Jesus’ adopted father, what it does say speaks volumes. Following in his footsteps is an aggressive move that will pay dividends. A version of this content was originally shared on Brian’s email list. Join here to get monthly shots of aggressive living delivered right to your inbox. Watch the full episode on YouTube here.

Christmas is coming. Are you ready? Brian begins a limited run of four episodes, one per day leading up to Christmas, to prepare our hearts, minds, and muscles for the holiday. In this first episode, Brian focuses on how the shepherds responded to the news of Christ’s birth, and how that “haste” can help reframe your life. A version of this content was originally shared on Brian’s email list. Join here to get monthly shots of aggressive living delivered right to your inbox. Watch the full episode on YouTube here.

Feeling forgotten, overlooked, or like you don’t belong this Christmas? In this powerful message, Brian Tome delivers hope for outsiders and misfits—drawing surprising truth from the holiday classic Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer.Recorded live at Crossroads Church in 2023, this teaching shows how not fitting in actually positions you for a deeper, more personal encounter with God. If the holidays leave you feeling unseen, disconnected, or out of place, this message will remind you that God specializes in using the unlikely.Watch the full episode on YouTube here.

For the first time on The Aggressive Life, Brian sits down with a firefighter to get the inside scoop on one of society’s most-aggressive and impactful jobs. With over 30 years in the Cincinnati Fire Department, Denny Baker has seen and lived through more than most people. From keeping your head under stressful situations, to the physical demands of fighting fires, to working for lasting impact, Denny is an inspiring man who has built a life on serving and protecting others. Watch the full episode on YouTube here.

Wassim Razzouk’s name is on the oldest tattoo shop in the world. Located in the heart of Jerusalem, Razzouk Tattoo has been tattooing Christians and pilgrims for over 700 years—including Brian. In this fascinating conversation, Wassim and Brian talk about the history of Christian tattoos, what it’s like to carry a family legacy for 27-generations, and the challenges of being a Palestinian Christian living in the Holy Land. Watch the full episode on YouTube here

There’s much more to Thanksgiving than family, turkey, and football. In this classic episode of The Aggressive Life with Brian Tome, first released back in 2021, Brian hosts historian and author, Stephen Mansfield, for a mind-blowing conversation about the spiritual history of Thanksgiving. From the aggressive moves of the Pilgrims to come to America, to their harrowing voyage on the Mayflower and the miracle that saved the colony from starvation, you’ve never heard the Thanksgiving story quite like this. Released for the first time in video format, this episode packs a punch capable of changing the way you think about and celebrate the holiday. Watch the full episode on YouTube here.

When Scott MacLellan’s daughter was diagnosed with a rare health condition, he knew her childhood would be a fight. Enduring hundreds of surgeries wasn’t the worst of it. What started as a prescription for opioid painkillers eventually became an addiction, pushing Scott’s family to the brink. For over a decade, he fought for his daughter’s future—until a desperate prayer, and a chance encounter, changed everything. On the other side of addiction, Scott and his family are now addiction advocates, helping to pioneer new treatment, and hope, for families walking through similar circumstances. No matter the fight you are facing, Scott’s story can be the shot of inspiration you need to keep going. Learn more about Scott’s advocacy work at www.riversoul.org Watch this week's episode on YouTube here.

When Pastor John Funnell arrived at Noddfa Church, in one of the poorest valleys in Wales, only six elderly members remained. He expected to quietly lead them until the church closed—but God had other plans. Through prayer, risk, and persistence, those six believers have become a thriving congregation of more than 300 people, sparking a modern revival movement.In this episode of The Aggressive Life with Brian Tome, John shares how revival started in a forgotten community—and what it really takes to experience a spiritual awakening. From repentance and renewal to the challenges of explosive growth, his story is a front-row seat to what God is doing in post-Christian Europe.If you’ve ever longed to see revival in your life, or wondered how to prepare for the next great move of God, this conversation will inspire you to keep moving forward. Watch this week's episode on YouTube here.

Something powerful happens when thousands of men leave comfort behind and unite in pursuit of God. Just under a week after attending his first MAN CAMP, Jim Burgen joins Brian on The Aggressive Life to talk about his experience—from speaking under the big tent, to conversations outside MASH, to why MAN CAMP gives him hope that masculinity is good and getting better.Jim also shares what it means to age aggressively, why it’s important to keep doing new things, and what it takes to be a man who refuses to coast. From elk hunts, to hard workouts, to spiritual warfare, this is a no-holds-barred conversation about becoming the kind of man the world needs. Learn more about MAN CAMP at www.mancamp.us Watch this week’s episode on YouTube here.