The Aggressive Life with Brian Tome

At the age of 18, David Wise told his father he was going to go pro in skiing, or die trying… and that’s exactly what he did. The 3x Olympic medalist is fresh off a silver medal performance in the Beijing games. But the half-pipe isn’t the only place David’s aggressive—from an 18-month recovery from injury, to hunting, to raising a farm and family, he’s letting aggressive moves push his life forward. He’s an inspiring man that will push you to get moving too.

Jessie Krebs is a real American badass. A former US Air Force SERE (survival, evasion, resistance, and escape) instructor, she’s a walking masterclass in what it takes to get out alive. “If you act like prey,” she says, “you’re prey.” With Jessie’s practical wisdom on everything from finding shelter, to purifying water, to maintaining mental health, you’ll be more prepared for whatever comes your way. 

We understand the importance of pursuing physical health, but what about cognitive? Entrepreneur and health advocate, Mike Gelfgot, believes this is the key to a better life. His theory? Put the brain first and the body will follow. Cognitive health isn’t just for the elderly, and it’s about much more than Sudoku puzzles. Like everything else, the more aggressive you are today, the better your tomorrows. 

Even with a slew of Grammys and hit singles, for KING & COUNTRY aren’t resting on their laurels. Known for their live shows and unflinching songwriting, cofounder and drummer, Luke Smallbone, pulls no punches in an aggressive conversation about eliminating fear, encouraging creativity, and why most Christian music sucks. 

Little over a week ago, Russia began it’s assault on Ukraine. In this unedited bonus episode, Brian sits down with Bob Herring, a man who has spent a lifetime getting to know, and love, the people of Ukraine. As Chair of the Cincinnati-Kharkiv Sister City Partnership, he has firsthand knowledge of a culture, and cities, that many of us only hear about in the news. His invaluable perspective and passion bring much needed clarity to a tense and volatile situation.Show Notes Article: Putin’s Spiritual Destiny Cincinnati-Kharkiv Sister City Partnership

Little over a month after the attacks of 9/11, Will Summers was crossing the border into Afghanistan. Along with a small band of other Special Forces soldiers, he was part of America’s first response to the tragedy. One of the famous horse soldiers immortalized in a monument at Ground Zero, and in the major Hollywood movie 12 Strong, Will shares his remarkable story of bravery and perseverance… and how it ultimately led him to a career in the bourbon industry. 

As a pre-teen, Ndaba Mandela went to live with his grandfather, a move that would shape the rest of his life. From lessons on facing adversity, to what it takes to become a man, the fingerprints of Nelson Mandela are all over Ndaba's life. He is an aggressive man, relentlessly pursuing not only the legacy of his grandfather, but leaving his own behind as well. 

In the late 60s and early 70s, outlaw motorcycle gangs were at their peak. This was especially true in Cincinnati, which became a hub of sorts. Skip Skipworth, newly appointed to a church in the area, found this out the hard way—with a black eye and bruised body. But this young pastor didn't give up on reaching the unreachable. His story is one of aggressive living that changed lives, including his own. 

The Cincinnati Bengals are going to the Super Bowl! Whether you live in Ohio or not, we all love an underdog. Despite all the odds, the Bengals have found a way to win. Days before Super Bowl LVI, we're sitting down with former Bengal, and current team chaplain, Vinny Rey, to discuss what makes this team so special, the power of your mind, and what it's going to take for the Bengals to bring home the Lombardi Trophy. Who Dey?!

John Mark Comer, a brilliant mind, explores the future of America and topics like politics, the church, and deconstruction. They discuss the impact of ideas about God on human behavior, challenges of discipleship, reasons for deconstructing faith, early Christian martyrs, and formation.