Undaunted.Life: A Man's Podcast by Kyle Thompson

In this episode, Kyle describes what it was like to welcome his first child to the world and how it’s changed his perspective on several issues. Let’s get into it… Episode notes and links: https://www.undaunted.life/podcast/134 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, we interview Greg Koukl. Koukl is the founder of the Christian apologetics organization Stand to Reason, and the author of Tactics and The Story of Reality. In this episode, we discuss why he was drawn to apologetics, his books, how to defend your faith in a modern context, how we are not the central focus of God’s plan, how real tolerance requires disagreement, the state of manhood in the modern church, how to destroy pro-abortion arguments, and a whole lot more! Let’s get into it… Episode notes and links: https://www.undaunted.life/podcast/gregkoukl Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, we interview Father Mike Schmitz. Father Mike is the director of youth and young adult ministry for the Diocese of Duluth, and chaplain for the Newman Center at the University of Minnesota Duluth. In this episode, we talk about modern manhood, manly virtue, the real meaning of “meekness,” how porn keeps us from serving God, the Catholic Church sexual abuse problem, his thoughts on Donald Trump, whether he would allow Joe Biden to take Communion, if it is a sin to have same-sex attraction, whether you can be Catholic AND support abortion, and a whole lot more! Let’s get into it… Episode notes and links: https://www.undaunted.life/podcast/mikeschmitz Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, we interview MMA fighter Rory “The Red King” MacDonald. In the interview, we dig deep into how he became a Christian and what it’s like being a follower of Jesus that also fights for a living. In addition to that, we get into his legendary fight with Robbie Lawler, what it’s like to have Georges St. Pierre as a training partner, his MMA Mount Rushmore, the best performance of his career, his move from Bellator to the Professional Fighters League, and a whole lot more. Let’s get into it… Episode notes and links: https://www.undaunted.life/podcast/rorymacdonald Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, we finally get to your question! We discuss all things COVID-19, Dana White’s Fight Island, the thing Kyle misses most while in quarantine, who would win in a fight between Abe Lincoln and Gandhi, and much more. Let’s get into it… Episode notes and links: https://www.undaunted.life/podcast/130 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, Kyle reviews the newest album by August Burns Red, Guardians. This is the band’s ninth full-length studio album. Is it possible that this band is getting heavier as they all age? Also, we dig into why every man should listen to metal music. Let’s get into it… Episode notes and links: https://www.undaunted.life/podcast/129 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, we talk about the epidemic of “nice guys.” There are so many women out there looking for a man, but they’re told to look in the wrong places. There are so many men out there that think “being nice” is the best characteristic that you could have. They’re wrong. Let’s get into it… Episode notes and links: https://www.undaunted.life/podcast/128 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, we talk about the impact that the COVID-19 Coronavirus is having on us. It’s certainly a global concern, but there are some very deep-seeded concerns that most people aren’t talking about. We’re going to. Let’s get into it… Episode notes and links: https://www.undaunted.life/podcast/127 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, we interview master western bootmaker Ray Dorwart. Dorwart has been making custom western boots for almost 40 years, and he spent almost 20 years before that as a working cowboy in Montana, Wyoming, the Dakotas, and elsewhere. In this interview, we get into his early life as a cowboy and how he transitioned into bootmaking. In addition to that, we take a deep dive into his conversion experience, his discipleship with Jesus, and his family life. Let’s get into it… Episode notes and links: https://www.undaunted.life/podcast/raydorwart Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, we dig into the news surrounding the subject of abortion. The Supreme Court of the United States is in the middle of hearing arguments about a Louisiana case that would require abortionists to have hospital admitting privileges for patient emergencies, and this has caused many Pro-Abortion advocates to give their full-throated support for the murder of babies. Plus, we even have powerful Leftist politicians getting into the mix. Let’s get into it… Episode notes and links: https://www.undaunted.life/podcast/125 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, we interview former Oklahoma State University 2-time All-American wrestler and the 2016 Gallagher Award recipient Hardell Moore. Moore has made an incredibly successful transition from a high-level wrestling competitor to running one of the best youth wrestling clubs in the United States (Oklahoma Wrestling Academy). In this interview, we discuss his early years as a wrestler, his OSU career, how he got into coaching, the significant changes he’s seen with kids and parents in his 20+ years of coaching, why every kid should wrestle, predictions for the 2020 USA Wrestling Olympic trials, the 2020 Olympics, some upcoming UFC fight picks, advice for first-time dads, how to set the spiritual tone for the household, and a lot more. Let’s get into it… Episode notes and links: https://www.undaunted.life/podcast/hardellmoore Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, we interview former Major League Baseball player Rick Ankiel. He went from being the “next great left-handed pitcher,” to losing his ability to throw anything even resembling a strike, to being demoted all the way down to the bottom of the Minors, to somehow reinventing himself as an Outfielder, to finally clawing his way back to the Big Leagues. His resilience has inspired millions of people and has made him a legend in eyes of many. In this interview, we talk about his NYT bestseller The Phenomenon: Pressure, the Yips, and the Pitch that Changed My Life, his career, the Houston Astros cheating scandal, his tumultuous relationship with his father, his pick for greatest baseball player ever, and much more. Let’s get into it… Episode notes and links: https://www.undaunted.life/podcast/rickankiel Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, Kyle reveals that he and his wife are about to welcome a BABY BOY into the world! We also discuss how guys deal with miscarriages, what worries Kyle most about being a dad, what he is most looking forward to about fatherhood, and much more. Let’s get into it… Episode notes and links: https://www.undaunted.life/podcast/122 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, we interview Matt Greiner, the drummer of the metalcore band August Burns Red. We talk about the upcoming ABR album, his history with the band, his Christian faith, and much more. If you like the intro/outro music of the podcast, you can’t miss this episode! Let’s get into it… Episode notes and links: https://www.undaunted.life/podcast/mattgreiner Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, we break down the most packed week of news in a long time. Here are the major stories from the last week that we need to think through: the Coronavirus emergency declaration, the UK leaving the European Union, the Super Bowl halftime show, the Iowa Caucuses, the State of the Union Address, and the exoneration of President Donald J. Trump in the US Senate. What a week. Let’s get into it… Episode notes and links: https://www.undaunted.life/podcast/120 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, we interview retired US ARMY Special Operations soldier, marksmanship expert, and entrepreneur Pat McNamara. We talk about Basic Dude Stuff, his long military career, the biggest problem people make with marksmanship, his EDC, how to prep your "combat chassis," his thoughts on spirituality, and much more. Let’s get into it… Episode notes and links: https://www.undaunted.life/podcast/patmcnamara Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, we review the 2020 March for Life which featured a historic live speech from President Donald Trump. Is Trump the most Pro-Life President that the United States has ever had? Let’s get into it… Episode notes and links: https://www.undaunted.life/podcast/118 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, we look at the recent tragic helicopter crash that killed nine people, including NBA legend Kobe Bryant and his 13-year-old daughter. Is the death of a celebrity somehow different than the death of a “regular person”? Is it okay for us to mourn the passing of someone we never even met? Let’s get into it… Episode notes and links: https://www.undaunted.life/podcast/117 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, we dig into the political concept of the Overton Window. What is it and how can we use it? Why are most guys scared to death to try and shift it? Let’s get into it… Episode notes and links: https://www.undaunted.life/podcast/116 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, Kyle reveals some very personal feedback that he got from some of the men in his foxhole when he asked them some very pointed questions. Most guys don’t even attempt to solicit feedback so that they can try to improve themselves. Why is that? Let’s get into it… Episode notes and links: https://www.undaunted.life/podcast/115 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, Kyle discusses the fallout from the punishment handed down to the Houston Astros. They were caught red-handed cheating to win baseball games. Was it worth it, though? Let’s get into it… Episode notes and links: https://www.undaunted.life/podcast/114 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, we review the Pro-Life documentary Babies are Still Murdered Here. Is it possible that most Pro-Life organizations DON’T actually want to end abortion? Is there a better way to fight for the unborn? Let’s get into it… Episode notes and links: https://www.undaunted.life/podcast/113 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, we reveal the Top 12 Ways to Avoid Being a Crappy Man in 2020. You’ve had an entire year to wrestle with last year’s list; did you get any better this year? Are you ready to tackle some more? Let’s get into it… Episode notes and links: https://www.undaunted.life/podcast/112 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, we hand out our awards for the Best Podcasts of 2019! The categories: UNDAUNTED.LIFE: A MAN’S PODCAST - Most Popular Episode, Hardest Episode to Prepare, Best Listener-Suggested Episode, Most Offensive Episode, Most Talked About Episode, and My Favorite Episode; OTHER SHOWS: Most Entertaining Podcast Show, Most Thought-Provoking Podcast Show, Most Important Podcast Show, Best Short-form Podcast Show, Best Long-form Podcast Show, Best Podcast Show Overall, and Best Podcast Episode. Let’s get into it… Episode notes and links: https://www.undaunted.life/podcast/111 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, we look at the insane article recently published by Christianity Today (yes… Christianity Today) which voraciously supports not just the impeachment of President Donald Trump but also his removal from office. They even go so far as to claim that if you support Trump that your Christian witness is severely damaged. How crazy was this article? Let’s get into it… Episode notes and links: https://www.undaunted.life/podcast/110 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, we review the best books we read in 2019! Let’s get into it… Episode notes and links: https://www.undaunted.life/podcast/109 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, Kyle discusses the difficulty we face when going down the long road of physical recovery. He dives into the tremendous mental and spiritual battles that occur as well. Let’s get into it… Episode notes and links: https://www.undaunted.life/podcast/108 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, we breakdown a section of the last chapel service Francis Chan will do before he and his family move to Asia to become full-time missionaries. There is a lot for us to reckon with in this short section of his talk. Let’s get into it… Episode notes and links: https://www.undaunted.life/podcast/107 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, we look at the recent announcement from Chick-fil-A that they will no longer be donating to organizations that some perceive to be “anti-LGBT.” Will this move silence their detractors or alienate their supporters? Let’s get into it… Episode notes and links: https://www.undaunted.life/podcast/106 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, we take your questions on everything from why I’m not talking about the Trump impeachment hearings, whether divorced Christians can have sex, new sex ed curriculum in the US, upcoming UFC fight picks, and more. Let’s get into it… Episode notes and links: https://www.undaunted.life/podcast/105 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, we delve into how to create a foxhole of men that make you a better man overall. We also define elements of a “Foxhole Guy” and how to find some if you can’t currently identify any in your world. Let’s get into it… Episode notes and links: https://www.undaunted.life/podcast/104 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, we break down several articles from the recent GQ New Masculinity Issue. We look at everything from Pharrell wearing women’s clothing to Hannah Gadsby telling men to be more “ladylike”. Yeah, it’s going to be one of those episodes. Let’s get into it… Episode notes and links: https://www.undaunted.life/podcast/103 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, we review the new album that has taken the world by storm: “JESUS IS KING” by Kanye West. According to Kanye, he accepted Christ earlier this year and has dedicated his life and his art to Him. Did Yeezus really find Jesus? Let’s get into it… Episode notes and links: https://www.undaunted.life/podcast/102 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, we interview independent rapper Zuby. He went viral for “identifying as a woman” while destroying pretty much every British women’s weightlifting record. We dig into his Christian faith, why he raps clean, what it was like being on the Joe Rogan Experience, and a lot more. Let’s get into it… Episode notes and links: https://www.undaunted.life/podcast/zuby Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, we do our first ever interview on the podcast. Our guest is Navy SEAL (Ret.) and current entrepreneur Eddie Penney. We talk about his childhood, why he wanted to become a Navy SEAL, how he ended up in DEVGRU, his experience in war, how he became a Christian, his entrepreneurial ventures, and much more. Let’s get into it… Episode notes and links: https://www.undaunted.life/podcast/eddiepenney Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, we dive in on a number of recent news stories in the world of baby murder that you might have missed. Let’s get into it… Episode notes and links: https://www.undaunted.life/podcast/099 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, we revisit a concept from episode 056 of this podcast: when we let sports ruin our night. We seem to have a very deep and visceral connection to sports that sometimes manifests itself as worship. Why do we do this? Let’s get into it… Episode notes and links: https://www.undaunted.life/podcast/098 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, we take a look at a recent article in Men’s Health involving “The Manconomy.” Many people are making a lot of money off of selling the idea of “betterment” to men. Is this good for us overall or is it all just thinly veiled capitalism? Let’s get into it… Episode notes and links: https://www.undaunted.life/podcast/097 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, we break down some leadership lessons from one of the United States of America’s great generals: General James Mattis (Ret.). Let’s get into it… Episode notes and links: https://www.undaunted.life/podcast/096 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, we look at the recent Wall Street Journal and NBC poll that focuses on the changing landscape of American values. What are the most important values of younger Americans, and how will that affect our country moving forward? Let’s get into it… Episode notes and links: https://www.undaunted.life/podcast/095 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, Kyle talks about what he did for his father for his 60th birthday recently. As it turns out, it became a present for the both of them that they won’t soon forget. Let’s get into it… Episode notes and links: https://www.undaunted.life/podcast/094 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, we reflect on the recent rash of mass shootings in the United States. There are many things to take into consideration with this subject. Should we get rid of the 2nd Amendment? Are more guns the answer? Let’s get into it… Episode notes and links: https://www.undaunted.life/podcast/093 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, we look at the story of the 40 Martyrs of Sebaste. It is one of the more unique martyr stories of the early church. What can we learn from the valiance and faith of these 40 men? Let’s get into it… Episode notes and links: https://www.undaunted.life/podcast/092 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, we take a look at the recent discussion between Ben Shapiro and Ravi Zacharias. This discussion gives us a lot to chew on in the world of philosophy, but how will Ben respond to Ravi when he preaches the Gospel to him? Let’s get into it… Episode notes and links: https://www.undaunted.life/podcast/091 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, we knock out some Q&A. Kyle will answer everything from his favorite movie, the personality trait that is gotten him in the most trouble, and a bunch of “would you rather” scenarios. Let’s get into it… Episode notes and links: https://www.undaunted.life/podcast/090 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, we take a look at why so many modern men are addicted to a life of leisure. What is it about leisure that is so attractive to the normal man? Let’s get into it… Episode notes and links: https://www.undaunted.life/podcast/089 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, Kyle discusses his first real backpacking trip and the life lessons he learned along the way. Let’s get into it… Episode notes and links: https://www.undaunted.life/podcast/088 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, we discuss why it seems like the modern Left is trying to normalize pedophilia. You might think it is hyperbolic to believe that, but the foundations for their next big social battle have already been laid. Is the writing already on the wall? Let’s get into it… Episode notes and links: https://www.undaunted.life/podcast/087 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, we discuss the major problem in the modern day, Western church of effeminate pastors and leaders. How did we get here? Why do some people seem to prefer it? Can we make it stop? Let’s get into it… Episode notes and links: https://www.undaunted.life/podcast/086 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, we show you how a poem written in 1910 gives us a great breakdown of what it means to be a man. Let’s get into it… Episode notes and links: https://www.undaunted.life/podcast/085 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices