The Inspired Legacy Podcast

Most of us are UNINTENTIONAL with screens, but the architects within the tech industry intentionally make their content distracting, manipulative, and addictive. My conversation with Doug Smith, author of the best-selling book [UN]INTENTIONAL, shows how our obsession with screens can take us to places we regret. And in his book, he unpacks a biblical approach to breaking free from our addiction to screens. This conversation, and Doug’s book, are essential tools for men as we strive to lead ourselves and our families with integrity and intentionality.

I talk to so many men who feel stuck in life, which seems to be a growing problem in our society. If you feel stuck, for whatever reason, then this episode might be for you. My guest is Joe Prim, the author of OPEN: Six Life-Changing Principles. In this conversation, Joe unpacks these principles and clarifies why we get stuck and how we can get unstuck utilizing his six life-changing principles.

This is a quick update on some exciting stuff going on in my life, what it means for the show, and what you can look forward to in the coming weeks. Exciting things ahead!

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Men today face many challenges, including depression, apathy, and a general lack of purpose, arguably resulting from the soft lifestyles we have the luxury of living in our modern age. To compensate and reclaim key components of masculinity, men must replace physical work once associated with survival with physical training at home or in the gym. 

In this episode, my guest, Jordan Miller of Run2Gun, helps me break down the many benefits of physical fitness. We talk about the importance of having a growth mindset, how improved fitness leads to better performance, and how the discipline we develop in the gym bleeds into every area of life because training is a metaphor for life.

Humanity seems to have devolved when it comes to our ability to have difficult conversations. Nowhere is this more apparent than when we talk about politics and religion. Today, my guest is Corey Nathan, host of the podcast Talkin' Politics & Religion Without Killin' Each Other. In this episode, Corey shares his experience growing up in a Jewish household and how he navigated difficult conversations with his family when he became a born-again Christian. He also shares insight from his ongoing theological studies and training and discusses how we as Christians can and should approach difficult conversations while exhibiting the fruit of the Spirit.

As society attempts to redefine manhood, many men grapple with life's challenges, not knowing that Jesus provides a plan for life while also setting the standard for manhood. This episode features Josh Khachadourian, author of the book The Standard: Discovering Jesus as the Standard for Masculinity. In our conversation, we unpack Josh's book and discuss how men can take dominion in life with Jesus as the standard for our masculinity.

I know many men who dream about starting their own business, but entrepreneurship—or solopreneurship—comes with many challenges. Today's guest is Gabe Nelson. He specializes in helping people overcome the challenges of business ownership and master their finances along the way, helping them create the life they want for themselves and, potentially, generations to come. If you're hungry to carve out your own path in life, then do not miss this conversation.

Have you ever felt called to something but found yourself unable to make the leap of faith necessary to make your dream a reality? Perhaps you’ve been unable to discern if your vision aligns with God’s plan for your life? Or, maybe you’re tired of living life on your terms but unsure of how to put God in charge? If you can relate to any of this, then this episode is for you.

In this first episode of my fourth year podcasting, I talk about why I needed to take a break from the show, the process of returning, and, more importantly, what I hope you all can learn from my experience.

There are a lot of misconceptions about the Holy Spirit that can cause us to miss out on experiencing a life of greater purpose. As leaders in our homes, we need to understand who the Spirit is and his role in our families' lives. Join me and my guest, Bruce Blumer, as we unpack his new book Mighty Winds and Gentle Whispers: The Purpose and Power of the Holy Spirit. If you're looking for a practical resource on how to develop a closer relationship with God, based on biblical knowledge and backed with inspirational stories, you'll want to tune in!

There are few things more grotesque and evil than the exploitation of women and children for sexual gain. Sadly, there's an entire industry devoted to it, fueled by the insatiable sexual appetites of men around the world. David Zach, the lead singer/songwriter for the band Remedy Drive, joins the show to talk about his role with The Exodus Road, a counter-trafficking organization committed to cracking down on the criminal networks responsible for trafficking women and teenagers around the world. This is a problem created by men, and it will require good men like David Zach to step up and take action if we hope to bring it to an end.

Few men have embraced their call to chase God’s gift of masculinity, quite like my guest, Cody Bobay. 

As the author of the renowned men’s book Soulcon Challenge, Cody is passionate about developing a warrior class of Christ-like men. Today, Cody is the founder and CEO of Gibborim Studios, a film company dedicated to bringing the lives of Old Testament warriors to life. 

Join us as we dive into all aspects of Biblical masculinity and the dangers of today’s popular (fake) masculinity that so many men are buying into. If you’re serious about further developing yourself as a man of and for God, this is a must-listen.

Between what we see happening overseas, economic unknowns, COVID-related policies that impact our way of life, and much more, there are plenty of things that can consume a man’s thoughts these days, especially when it comes to politics. I’ll be the first to raise my hand that I’ve been guilty. For many months, I have wrestled with an unhealthy amount of anger and frustration about what I see happening in the world around me, and I haven’t been afraid to share my opinions on social media (which is pointless). In fact, I have let my anger and my passionate love of country become an idol in my life, and I see it happening to Christian men everywhere. Join me and my co-host, Jacob Green, as we unpack this topic, what it can mean for your faith life, and some ways to right the ship before it’s too late. I’m committing myself to be better and I would like you to join me.

My guest today is Colonel Robert Certain. As an Air Force pilot who was shot down over Vietnam and held as a POW until the end of the war, he can speak firsthand about how God works in people's lives during times of pain, what it means to be resilient, and how to develop a warrior spirit. In this episode, we unpack the Colonel's military experiences, his life after the war, what he's learned along the way, and how you can apply these hard-won lessons to your life.

Our culture has redefined manhood, squeezing men into boxes that God never intended. But there is still honor in masculinity when we live life with integrity, caring, passion, courage, and strength—like God intended. These are the five essentials every man must possess to change his world, and the topic of Strong Men Dangerous Times, the latest book from Amazon #1 bestselling author, Jim Ramos.

When life doesn't go your way, the worst thing you can do is feel down and develop a false victim mentality. In this brand new episode, I speak with Victor Marx, who knows firsthand what it's like to be an actual victim. Abused and tortured as a child, plagued by drugs and crime as a teen, he overcame through the discipline of military life and his faith in Jesus Christ. Today, he leads high-risk humanitarian efforts in some of the most dangerous corners of the world. Victor's message of faith, resilience, and overcoming incredible hardship should challenge everyone who hears his story to be better Christians, neighbors, parents, and people.

Most men want to succeed, yet this desire can be fueled by our selfish ego or holy ambition. My guest today is Vaugh Kohler, and in his new book titled Sacred Drive, he explores the age-old question of Christian men: is it okay to be ambitious? This episode is packed with great insight and practical advice to pursue your God-given potential, not just for your gain but for God's glory and the good of the world.

Society is in a downward spiral, and it's largely due to the lack of manhood found in our culture, but my guest today is working to change that. Today, I welcome back Mike Yarbrough, host of the Wolf & Iron Podcast and author of the new book Tending the Fire. In his book, Mike points out the problems we face as a society, and he provides fundamental principles every man needs to live by to feel alive and rekindle traditional manhood.

In this episode, Jacob and I continue our discussion around multi-generational family teams, with an emphasis on developing a vision for not only your immediate family but also grandchildren. We also touch on the importance of marriage, the opportunities that are given to grandparents, and the implications of retirement on multi-generational family teams.

Multi-generational families are not new. It's an ancient concept, yet much of Western society has abandoned the idea despite its many clear benefits. Today's episode is an introductory conversation around this topic and features my son-in-law, Jacob Green. 

You'll be hearing more from Jacob in the future, not only in this podcast series, but as a regular contributor to the blog, our private Facebook group, and potentially even this podcast. So, stay tuned as we have a lot of exciting things coming your way!

Most men strive to make an impact on the world around them, especially when it comes to leading our families. However, we must first be able to lead ourselves before we can expect to effectively lead anyone else. My guest today is Dr. Anthony Randall, a former Army Ranger and Special Forces chaplain turned executive leadership coach. He has extensive leadership experience, especially through the lens of faith and family. You do not want to miss this powerful episode!

Men play a pivotal role in making disciples in the world, our inner circles, and most importantly, at home. This episode unpacks the call of discipleship and breaks down how we can create a disciple-making movement amongst men to impact our families, the church, and our communities.

Our culture is facing some serious challenges, but we have an opportunity to get things back on track by raising a generation of boys who will grow to be strong, God-fearing men. This episode covers six things that our sons need from us today to become men capable of leading themselves, their families, churches, communities, and culture back to the things of God.

Relationships are what we often struggle with most in life. If you find yourself with a strained or estranged relationship—whatever the reason—here are four ways to help you experience the kinds of relationships God has planned for your life.

If you struggle to connect with God or discern His plan for your life, then today's episode is for you. Join me as I welcome back Chris Hood. We discuss a powerful prayer exercise that transformed his life and could change yours, too.

This episode is meant to challenge men to step into their God-given role as leaders in the home. My guest is Pastor John Michael Clark, founder of The Family Captain, and coach to men who want to level up their marriage and become the best man their family has ever known. Buckle up because JM brings the heat as he challenges societal norms of what it means to be a man, husband, and leader according to scripture.

I grew up with immense respect for our servicemen and women and have long believed that their experiences have a lot to teach us—if we would listen. That's why I'm excited to introduce John Mollison, an award-winning artist, and filmmaker who, in his words, "interviews old guys and draws their airplanes." 

But John's work is so much more. It not only captures stories from some of our nation's greatest heroes but provides opportunities for us to learn from their life experiences so that we might become better husbands, fathers, and leaders. 

I really enjoyed this conversation and hope you'll be enriched by it as well.

When I started The Inspired Legacy, I felt God gave me the vision to help men understand the divine plans God had in store for them. So whenever I run across other men with the same Kingdom-minded purpose and passion, I want to call as much attention to what they’re doing as I possibly can. That’s what this show is about. 

In this episode, I talk with Pastor IV Marsh. He’s the founder and CEO of the global men’s summit, IAM4. Listen in as we unpack what this men’s movement toward God is all about and dive deep into Biblical masculinity and the specific roles God designed men.

Few Christians attain full spiritual maturity, but it’s something we should all strive to achieve. In this episode, I unpack three more undeniable marks of spiritual maturity that will hopefully help you in your walk or equip you to teach your kids about these important principles.

Few Christians attain full spiritual maturity, but it’s something we should all strive to achieve. In this episode, I unpack a few common marks of spiritual maturity that will hopefully help you in your walk or equip you to teach your kids about these important principles.

Life can be more similar to comedy than we realize. And rather than assume our days are random and the obstacles we encounter unfortunate, we should strategically embrace life’s events as part of a setup that leads to a punchline. This is the theme behind the new book, Funny How Life Works, by my guest, comedian Michael Jr. Listen or watch as we unpack his book, life, career, and so much more in this funny and inspirational interview.

My guest today is Denny Allen. He is the co-founder and director at Healing Hope Ministries, an organization that helps parents and families find hope after losing a child at any age to any cause of death. They founded this ministry as a result of unexpectedly losing their child in 2012.

In this episode, Denny shares what it was like to lose their firstborn son at a very early age, as well as some common misconceptions about grief.

Denny also shares several key points that enabled him and his wife to eventually cope with their devastating loss, allowing them to move forward and ultimately find true purpose in their pain.

In this episode, I outline some basic principles that will help you to not only get more out of the Bible but activate its power in your life, leading to real, lasting transformation. There’s something for everyone in this message, whether you already have faith or are still skeptical about the whole “God thing." The life-giving power and wisdom contained within the Holy Scripture is real and waiting for you.

In this episode, I talk with Senator John Thune. As someone in the spotlight and under constant scrutiny from the opposition, he has remained true to himself and his heritage, guided by his faith and conviction in Jesus Christ. 

During our conversation, we touched on a range of topics, from how his upbringing shaped him into the man he is today to how God uses people and opportunities to reveal His plans. 

We also discuss why we must all remain prayerful as our culture continues to shift away from God at an alarming speed. 

There's a lot packed into this episode.

In this first GUT CHECK episode of 2021, I cover some alarming reports that demonstrate the level of despair felt by kids and teens worldwide due to ongoing fears around COVID-19. And I pose the questions of whose fault is it, how will the past year impact our children’s future, and what do we, as men, do about it going forward? I don't want to offend anyone with this episode, but I do want to challenge you. If you find yourself clinging to fear, where is your hope?

Today, my guest is Larry Hagner. For years, he’s coached men to achieve success in 5 dimensions of fatherhood: health, relationships, children, career, and finances. In this episode, we talk about nearly all of those topics plus, we dive into Larry’s new book called Screen Time: The Good, The Bad, And The Ugly. It promises to be a great resource for both kids and parents. 

Tune in and find out how you can find your “dad edge” to be a better dad, husband, and all-around better man.

There are a lot of kids out there who lack a consistent father figure or anyone to help steer them through adolescence. This fact does not bode well for our society and is a huge threat to our nation. 

The good news is, change is possible through the power and impact of mentorship. To help me unpack this topic, I’m joined by Dr. Tom Osborne, former coach of the Nebraska Cornhuskers and founder of TeamMates Mentoring, a program serving thousands of boys and girls across the midwest. 

Tom is a husband, father, and grandfather, but also a legendary leader and motivator. While talking about mentorship, he also shares some profound wisdom as it relates to integrating faith into our everyday lives. Trust me, you do not want to miss this episode!

Our culture is obsessed with evil. If you need proof, look no further than Hollywood, which has largely built its empire on stories involving the occult. But are the claims of possession, exorcism, and demons real? And if so, what should we as Christians and parents know about them as they pertain to spiritual warfare? 

My guest in this episode is Billy Hallowell, an investigative journalist whose latest book, Playing With Fire: A Modern Investigation into Demons, Exorcism, and Ghosts, dives deep into this topic. Join us as we unpack all you need to know about evil forces and how they can impact our lives.

Living an authentic life requires us to apply the Biblical principle of stewardship to our time and energy. Effectively doing so unlocks next-level growth potential in every area of our life. 

Today, my guest is an expert in helping people align their time, talents, and treasures to live a fully authentic life. Meet Scott Materer, founder of Inspired Stewardship, a certified Human Behavior Consultant, and member of the John Maxwell Team. You won’t want to miss the valuable insights Scott shares in this episode or the free resources he’s made available to the Inspired Legacy Podcast listeners. I really enjoyed this conversation.

Leadership and fatherhood are one and the same, and they both require a degree of mental toughness—something every man should strive to develop, maintain, and healthily instill into the next generation. 

Today’s guest is Jason Gardner, former Navy SEAL and Command Master Chief of SEAL Team FIVE. Today, Jason works for Echelon Front as a leadership consultant with renowned former SEALs Jocko Willink and Leif Babin. 

Jason knows all about mental toughness, and in this episode, he helps me unpack what it means to be mentally tough, how to develop this trait, how to keep it sharp, and how it relates to fatherhood. Men, you do not want to miss this conversation.

When you develop a competitive mindset and learn how to apply it to everyday life, it can help you achieve your God-given potential. Meet Jake Thompson, an entrepreneur, performance coach, speaker, and CEO of Compete Every Day, a training and performance apparel company. 

In this episode, Jake talks about what it means to “compete every day,” how to push yourself without getting caught up in the comparison game, rhythms we can practice to maintain a competitive edge, how to learn from an occasional loss, why a competitive mindset is so important with family and relationships, and much more.

Welcome to SEASON 3 of The Inspired Legacy Podcast. This first episode of 2021 features Kris “Tanto” Paronto, a former Army Ranger and private security contractor who was part of the CIA annex security team that responded to the terrorist attack on the U.S. Special Mission in Benghazi, Libya, on September 11, 2012. During that incident, Kris and the men he served with helped save over 20 lives while fighting terrorists for more than 13 hours.

In this episode, Kris shares the ups and downs of his military career, the impact it had on his family, and what he learned about life as a result. He also talks about the battle in Benghazi, his subsequent personal battles, and how his faith in God has helped him overcome it all. There’s a lot packed into this episode, and I'm excited that you're here. Let's do this.

In this episode, hear how my guest, Tom Henderson, turned his experience as a kid who grew up in a home shattered by divorce and addiction, into a lifelong mission to restore the next generation by sharing the Good News of Christ to teens and fathers everywhere. Tom is the founder of Restoration Generation, author of Heart Not Hype, and host of The Giving Life Podcast.

My guest today is Jim Sheils. He's an entrepreneur, husband, and father of four. He is also a highly sought-after keynote speaker and consultant who, along with his wife, have dedicated themselves to fixing the epidemic of entrepreneurs not spending enough quality time with their family. In this episode, Jim unpacks a concept that I touched on in episode 48, that of leveraging rhythms as a means to connect with our families. Grab a notebook because you're going to want to write down these powerful lessons.

This episode outlines common traps that all men should avoid, why it’s essential to have direction in your life, and a proven six-part action plan to achieve intentional fatherhood that aligns with God’s plan.

My guest today is Jordan Miller, founder of Run2Gun, Seeker Supplements, and host of Run2Gun TV and the Live Beyond Average Podcast. Jordan is a very experienced hunter and personal trainer, with countless multi-day hunts logged across the country. Join us as we talk about hunting and the many life lessons it offers to all who participate in the sport.

If you’ve ever contemplated writing your kids a thoughtful letter—one they’d keep with them forever—then don’t miss this conversation with Blake Brewer. He’s the CEO and founder of The Endurance and the Legacy Letter Challenge, where he coaches men how to write meaningful and effective letters that help leave a lasting legacy.

Today's episode features Brian Dougherty, the founder of the Declan James Watch Company. He also happens to be a Navy SEAL with two deployments with SEAL Team 7 and one shore duty assignment as a BUDS instructor. His watch company not only makes beautiful watches but incorporates the concept of legacy into everything they do. If you’ve ever thought about your legacy as a dad, you don’t want to miss this.

Joining me today is the founder of Strategic Fathering Ministries, Pastor Jay Cookingham. He has helped equip men everywhere to embrace the call of our Heavenly Father and step into their purpose as Godly men. Jay’s message is one that every man should hear, especially if you are going through difficult times.

My guest today is Terry Liggins. He is the founder and CEO of The Hurdle Life Coach. Terry joins me to discuss diversity, equity, and inclusion, what these terms mean, their impact on our social discourse, and why it’s such an important topic right now.