The Aggressive Life with Brian Tome

After a challenging and impoverished childhood, Hal Donaldson had one goal in life—don’t be poor. He was making strides toward meeting that goal when a chance encounter with Mother Teresa changed everything. He was cut to the heart by the question she asked him, and over time, his entire life realigned. As the CEO and Co-founder of Convoy of Hope, a nonprofit relief organization influencing the lives of millions around the globe, Hal has found the secret to a flourishing life is giving hope away.

The first person to do stand-up comedy on all 7 continents, Rajiv Satyal is known for his TV-clean humor and wit. But while he’s traveled the world telling jokes, it’s his deep curiosity that drives him. He purposely puts himself around people who don’t think, live, or believe like he does—and he has the wisdom to prove it. He’s an aggressive man looking to elevate your life (and make you laugh in the process). 

When Damar Hamlin collapsed on Monday Night Football, the call to pray for his recovery went worldwide. But while lots of people were sharing opinions, thoughts, and tweets, ESPN NFL analyst, Dan Orlovsky, took the risky move: he prayed. Out loud. On national television. It was a gutsy call, but nothing new for the former NFL quarterback. The host of NFL Live, Dan has made it his life’s mantra to reject passivity. His choices have earned him insight into aggressive living that few others have. He’s a good man who will push you into new territory. 

For 25 years, Father Vincent Lampert has been a Catholic priest in the diocese of Indianapolis, doing weddings, baptisms, masses… and exorcisms! Trained in Rome, Father Lampert has gone toe-to-toe with the Devil and his demons on hundreds of occasions. Not only has he come out the other side, he has an unbelievably light and welcoming approach to life. In this conversation, Fr. Lampert weaves stories and timeless truths that will leave you encouraged and equipped to engage the spirit realm. 

Chris Wilson went to prison as a boy, but he emerged a man. While serving a life sentence for murder, he found a vision for his life—what he calls his “master plan”—and chased it with all he had. After 16 years behind bars, Chris was given a second lease on life and he’s never looked back. A serial entrepreneur, an artist, and a storyteller dedicated to helping others find their master plan, Chris is an aggressive, disciplined man whose unbelievable story of resilience will push you to new heights. 

He’s got a legendary name, and the trophies to back it up. Known as Mr. Two-Time, Al Unser Jr. has two Indy 500 wins, two Indycar championships and two IROC championships to his name. Even as his success was growing, under the surface, things were going off the rails. With addiction threatening to take everything from him, Al chose the long road to recovery. He’s a racing legend with an aggressive story to tell. 

Kirk Perry is a big deal. Currently the President and CEO of Circana, a big data firm, and with significant stints at Google and P&G, he’s a force to be reckoned with in the business world. He’s also a man of faith, who doesn’t leave that behind when he arrives at the office. Kirk was recently featured on Learnings from Leaders: the P&G Alumni Podcast to talk about how he balances faith at work. It was such a fantastic conversation, we got permission from hosts Rajiv and Ramaan to replay it here. Kirk’s aggressive stance of acknowledging, and even welcoming, faith is a fresh perspective that just might change your 9-5.  If you like what you hear, find more from the Learnings from Leaders podcast on Apple or Spotify.

How much of daily life depends on communication? Pretty much all of it. With grounding in neuroscience and storytelling, communications expert Jeff Bloomfield unlocks the secret to becoming a better communicator—from the office, to home, to friends and beyond. Highly effective and actionable, this hour just might change your next conversation for the better (and the one after that, and the one after that). Better communication means a better life.

Michael Crossley is a real American hero. For 8 years, Croz served in the Marine Corps, doing just about every badass thing you can think of—amphibious reconnaissance, jumping out of planes, and serving in the first Gulf War. Landing back in the states in 2011, and facing PTSD and other hardships post-military, he committed himself to a new mission. As the Director of Base Camp, and the founder of Veteran Camp, an off-the-grid weekend for vets, Croz is an aggressive man who measures success in terms of service to others. Find out more about Crossroads Camps, including Veteran Camp, here. 

A lot of people have dreams of traveling the world—Bradey and Heather actually made them reality. Quitting their jobs, and selling everything they owned, the Jobsons hit the road with their two young daughters. They’ve visited 40+ countries and had once in a lifetime experiences: from sleeping in treehouses in Costa Rica to exploring rural Turkey. Documenting their adventures on Youtube under the named Raising Voyagers, they’ve amassed 9 million views (and counting). Their new adventure: renovating a 200 year old stone house at the foot of the Italian Alps. They’re aggressive parents, seeing amazing things because they’re willing to move. Follow their travels via their YouTube channel.