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. 

Delve into the secrets of engaging with the Bible. Discover why daily reading influences ethics and faith. Learn about the benefits of Scripture and the importance of choosing a translation you’ll actually read. Find out how to establish a consistent reading routine and set realistic goals. Embrace imperfections in your practice and understand the value of simply exposing yourself to the text. Plus, hear how early Christians engaged with Scripture and the transformative power of prayer linked to your reading.

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.