The Aggressive Life with Brian Tome
The Aggressive Life with Brian Tome
A life of faith was never meant to be safe and clean. It’s an unpredictable, aggressive ride that will push you to your limits—and it’s the only way to live. On The Aggressive Life, author, adventurer, and pastor, Brian Tome, shares his honest, gritty, and faith-filled life, one built on the foundation of making aggressive moves. He is joined by guests from all walks of life who are doing the same. In a world that thrives on conflict, the real enemy is passivity. It’s time to punch back.
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Mar 31, 2020 • 31min
Sex, Quarantine, and COVID-19
With states across the nation implementing stay-at-home orders to combat the spread of the coronavirus, it's likely you find yourself with extra time to spend with your spouse. With advice from Emma Schmidt, head of Cincinnati's only group therapy practice for sex and relationships, you just might spend that time wisely.
Mar 24, 2020 • 48min
Episode 30: Brian Head Welch—Korn
In the mid 90's, Korn took the world by storm. But superstardom came with a heavy price. Battling addiction and struggling as a single father, guitarist Brian Head Welch began taking steps toward faith, steps which eventually led him away from the band and a $25 million recording contract. And that's just the beginning of the story. This interview with rock and roll royalty is a must-hear. Are you ready?!
Mar 17, 2020 • 37min
Coronavirus Special—Instagram Q&A
The coronavirus crisis is dominating our national conversation, but you don't have to face it alone. In this special bonus episode, Brian answers listener submitted questions about panic, fear, isolation... and the best way to cook Brussels sprouts.
Mar 10, 2020 • 51min
Episode 29: Chuck Mingo—UNDIVIDED
Despite being a half-century out from the civil rights movement, a recent study found that 58% of all adults in America believe race relations are "generally bad." Pastor and leader, Chuck Mingo, isn't taking those numbers in stride. Through an initiative he created, Chuck is aggressively getting people out of their racial silos and into life-changing relationships.
Mar 3, 2020 • 44min
Episode 28: Britney Ruby Miller—President Jeff Ruby Culinary Entertainment
Starting as a hostess in high school, Britney Ruby Miller worked her way up the ladder into the corner office. As President of Jeff Ruby Culinary Entertainment, she leads over 700 employees, at seven restaurants, spread across three states. She's a driven leader who's passionate about foster care, blowing customers away, and blazing new trails into the future... and she schools Brian on why it's so hard to get french fries right.
Feb 25, 2020 • 51min
Around the World on Motorcycles with Simon and Lisa Thomas—2 Ride the World
Seventeen years ago, Simon and Lisa Thomas set off on a motorcycle ride... and they never came back. Having ridden around the world, setting tires down on six continents, they've experienced a life most people only dream about. This couple, considered the world's foremost adventure motorcycle riders, will push you to get off the couch and start living a life you're excited about.
Feb 18, 2020 • 47min
Episode 26: Michael Chandler—MMA World Champion
Despite an impressive record and three Bellator World Championship titles, Michael Chandler knows what it feels like to lose. Once going 688 days without an MMA victory, he made the aggressive choice to keep pressing forward. This time in his career forged him. The wisdom and lessons he learned will prepare you for the most important fight you're in: your life.
Feb 11, 2020 • 47min
Episode 25: Michael Jr.—Stand-Up Comedian
Everything changed the moment Michael Jr. stopped trying to get laughs from his audience. Equal parts hilarious and insightful, Brian meets his match with this widely successful stand-up comedian, podcaster, and actor.
Feb 4, 2020 • 29min
Episode 24: Kathie Lee Gifford—TV Legend
For over 25 years, Kathie Lee Gifford was part of America's morning routine, earning 11 Daytime Emmy nominations for her work on Live! and Today. She sits down with Brian for a personal look into her career and life, tackling topics like aging, infidelity, and forgiveness, with her trademark grace and charm.
Jan 28, 2020 • 39min
Episode 23: The Phantom Lake Special
Two summers ago, Brian led a group of 10 inexperienced riders on a grueling off-road motorcycle adventure. Four of those riders—Zach, John, Patty and Chuck—get together with Brian for the first time since their return. The group talks candidly about the challenge of adventure riding, following Brian as a leader, and how this trip still impacts their lives today. Phantom Lake, a 7-part series documenting this adventure ride, is available now on Amazon Prime.
