The MTNTOUGH Podcast Dustin Diefenderfer Founder and CEO of MTNTOUGH Fitness

As the CEO and founder of Montana Knife Company, Josh has combined his passion for hunting and extensive knowledge of blades to create one of the fastest-growing US-based manufacturing companies in the US outdoor industry. Montana Knife Company specializes in high-quality hunting knives for hunters and blue-collar working people.

Josh Smith, a fifth-generation Montanan, was raised in Lincoln, Montana, near the Bob Marshall Wilderness. Growing up, he enjoyed hunting, fishing, snowmobiling, camping, motorcycles, and sports. Alongside his younger sister Sarah, he was raised in a log house built by their parents.

At age 11, Josh met Rick Dunkerley, his Little League baseball coach who introduced him to knife making. Inspired by Rick, Josh received a hand-forged knife for Christmas in 1992 and soon began learning the craft. By age 15, Josh became the youngest Journeyman Smith in the American Bladesmith Society, and by 19, the youngest Master Smith.



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What is MTNTOUGH?
MTNTOUGH is The #1 Fitness App Trusted By The Dedicated
Our premier functional fitness programming is conveniently packaged for hunters, first responders, military, and mountain athletes. Train at home, at the gym, or on the go.

Since 2016, MTNTOUGH has been dedicated to helping individuals achieve their personal goals by creating a foundation for physical and mental toughness. The brand’s best-in-class programs are developed, tested, and proven by former Navy SEALs, Army Rangers, and renowned physical trainers. MTNTOUGH+ programs are used by elite groups and operators, including special ops forces, wildland firefighters, backcountry hunters, professional mountain athletes, and more. The MTNTOUGH fitness lab is headquartered in Bozeman, Montana, surrounded by some of the world’s top mountain athletes.

Chapters:
00:00:00 - Starting Small and Being Patient with Montana Knife Company
00:08:43 - Learning Hard Work from My Dad
00:16:06 - Discovering a Passion for Knife Making
00:23:37 - Balancing Work and Family in Knife Making
00:31:42 - Teaching Resilience and Passion
00:39:20 - The Importance of Consistency and Time
00:47:10 - From Excavator Operator to Knife Maker
00:55:05 - The Beginning of a Big Event
01:03:27 - Taking Risks in Entrepreneurship
01:11:47 - The Pros and Cons of Bootstrapping a Startup
01:19:33 - The Importance of Sacrifice and Support in Pursuing Dreams
01:27:48 - The Feeling of Inadequacy
01:36:36 - Creating Jobs and Supporting Local Communities
01:44:36 - Building a Great Team
01:52:34 - Finding Positive Role Models on Instagram
02:00:26 - Hockey Enforcers and UFC Fighters
02:08:43 - Rapping Up

In November 2024, Akshay will set foot in Antarctica to begin a 1,700 mile journey where he will drag a 400-pound sled filled with all his supplies needed to survive in one of the most unforgiving environments on the planet.

For 110 days, he will endure temperatures below -40 degrees, and hurricane force winds as he makes his way across the coldest, driest and windiest continent on Earth.

Akshay Nanavati is a United States Marine veteran, speaker, entrepreneur, ultra runner and author. He served in Iraq during Operation Iraqi Freedom and was later diagnosed with post traumatic stress disorder. His book Fearvana: The Revolutionary Science of How to Turn Fear into Health, Wealth and Happiness received widespread acclaim, including endorsements from the Dalai Lama and Jack Canfield.

To learn more about Akshay, follow him on Instagram at @fearvana and check out fearvana.com

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What is MTNTOUGH?
MTNTOUGH is The #1 Fitness App Trusted By The Dedicated
Our premier functional fitness programming is conveniently packaged for hunters, first responders, military, and mountain athletes. Train at home, at the gym, or on the go.

🐏 Get Your First Month of MTNTOUGH Free Use Code "MTNPOD" @ https://mtntough.com/
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Since 2016, MTNTOUGH has been dedicated to helping individuals achieve their personal goals by creating a foundation for physical and mental toughness. The brand’s best-in-class programs are developed, tested, and proven by former Navy SEALs, Army Rangers, and renowned physical trainers. MTNTOUGH+ programs are used by elite groups and operators, including special ops forces, wildland firefighters, backcountry hunters, professional mountain athletes, and more. The MTNTOUGH fitness lab is headquartered in Bozeman, Montana, surrounded by some of the world’s top mountain athletes.

Jim Shockey is an award-winning outdoor writer, wildlife photographer, filmmaker, naturalist, wilderness guide, TV host, and outfitter. He owns several exclusive outfitting territories in Canada's wildlands, including the renowned Pacific Rim Guide Territory on Vancouver Island, British Columbia, and the Rogue River Outfitting in the Yukon Territory. His television productions have won 15 Golden Moose Awards. He is a retired Honorary Lieutenant Colonel of 4 Canadian Ranger Patrol Group Canadian Armed Forces and is a Member International of the Explorer's Club in New York City.

Jim recently lost his wife to cancer; as anyone would expect, he has had a hard time dealing with the loss, but his indomitable mindset carries him through and helps him embrace positivity. Tune in and learn how this hunting icon's mindset has forged him into iron.

His latest book, Call Me Hunter, is available now!

To learn more about Jim, follow him on Instagram at @jimshockeyofficial and check out jimshockey.com.


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What is MTNTOUGH?
MTNTOUGH is The #1 Fitness App Trusted By The Dedicated
Our premier functional fitness programming is conveniently packaged for hunters, first responders, military, and mountain athletes. Train at home, at the gym, or on the go.

Since 2016, MTNTOUGH has been dedicated to helping individuals achieve their personal goals by creating a foundation for physical and mental toughness. The brand’s best-in-class programs are developed, tested, and proven by former Navy SEALs, Army Rangers, and renowned physical trainers. MTNTOUGH+ programs are used by elite groups and operators, including special ops forces, wildland firefighters, backcountry hunters, professional mountain athletes, and more. The MTNTOUGH fitness lab is headquartered in Bozeman, Montana, surrounded by some of the world’s top mountain athletes.

Chapters:
00:00:00 - Intro
00:04:50 - Making Small Lifestyle Changes
00:05:37 - Jim Shockey Losing His Wife To Cancer
00:10:42 - Moving On
00:16:04 - Hunting for a Soul Mate
00:20:49 - Lessons learned from online dating after 60
00:25:41 - Love and Living After Loss
00:30:27 - The Power of Faith in Times of Sorrow
00:35:28 - Coping with Loss
00:40:58 - Finding Joy in Life, Grieving Differently
00:45:50 - The Importance of Physical Activity
00:50:59 - Consistency and Lifestyle Changes
00:55:57 - The Importance of Exercise and Better Sleep
01:01:07 - Living the Life to Tell the Story
01:06:08 - The Journey to Getting Published
01:10:55 - Pursuing Your Dreams
01:16:00 - The Power of Desire
01:20:50 - Taking Pride in Your Work
01:25:21 - The Power of Desire and Positivity
01:30:15 - The Parable of True Hell
01:35:18 - Making the Right Choices
01:40:40 - Conclusion and Farewell

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Today’s guest is Remi Warren. Remi is a hunter, guide, and conservationist who is passionate about sharing his knowledge and information with others. He’s worked as a hunting guide, outfitter, outdoor writer, photographer, videographer, and TV personality.

At the age of 22, he opened Montana OutWest Outfitters in the Bitterroot Valley of Montana, specializing in elk and deer hunts on public land. Later he expanded his operation by booking hunts in New Zealand and Africa. He is also the host of the Live Wild Podcast.

When he’s not guiding or filming, Remi works as a field editor for Western Hunter Magazine, sharing hunting tips and tricks he's learned along the way.

To learn more about Remi, follow him on Instagram at @RemiWarren and check out remiwarren.com.

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What is MTNTOUGH?
MTNTOUGH is The #1 Fitness App Trusted By The Dedicated
Our premier functional fitness programming is conveniently packaged for hunters, first responders, military, and mountain athletes. Train at home, at the gym, or on the go.

Tap the link to get started with MTNTOUGH+ Fitness 14-Days Free: https://lab.mtntough.com/checkout/subscribe/purchase?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=youtube_description&utm_campaign=evergreen_links

Since 2016, MTNTOUGH has been dedicated to helping individuals achieve their personal goals by creating a foundation for physical and mental toughness. The brand’s best-in-class programs are developed, tested, and proven by former Navy SEALs, Army Rangers, and renowned physical trainers. MTNTOUGH+ programs are used by elite groups and operators, including special ops forces, wildland firefighters, backcountry hunters, professional mountain athletes, and more. The MTNTOUGH fitness lab is headquartered in Bozeman, Montana, surrounded by some of the world’s top mountain athletes.

Chapters:
00:00:00 - Intro
00:04:55 Choosing Positivity
00:08:26 - The Contamination of Spices
00:15:52 - Finding Strength in Teamwork
00:24:10 - The Struggle of Letting Others Take the Reigns
00:31:58 - Embracing the Power of Make Believe
00:39:27 - The Intersection of Persistence and Luck
00:47:35 - Embrace the Struggle
00:55:33 - Mental Toughness and Positive Thinking
01:04:05 - Choosing Your Attitude
01:12:15 - Conclusion and Farewell

Jocko Willink is a retired U.S. Navy SEAL officer, co-author of the #1 New York Times bestseller Extreme Ownership: How U.S. Navy SEALs Lead and Win, Dichotomy of Leadership, host of the top-rated Jocko Podcast, and co-founder of Echelon Front, where he serves as Chief Executive Officer, leadership instructor, speaker, and strategic advisor.

You can connect with Jocko on Instagram at @jockowillink.

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What is MTNTOUGH?
MTNTOUGH is The #1 Fitness App Trusted By The Dedicated
Our premier functional fitness programming is conveniently packaged for hunters, first responders, military, and mountain athletes. Train at home, at the gym, or on the go.

Since 2016, MTNTOUGH has been dedicated to helping individuals achieve their personal goals by creating a foundation for physical and mental toughness. The brand’s best-in-class programs are developed, tested, and proven by former Navy SEALs, Army Rangers, and renowned physical trainers. MTNTOUGH+ programs are used by elite groups and operators, including special ops forces, wildland firefighters, backcountry hunters, professional mountain athletes, and more. The MTNTOUGH fitness lab is headquartered in Bozeman, Montana, surrounded by some of the world’s top mountain athletes.

Time Stamps:
00:00:00 - The Importance of Passion in Developing Skills
00:05:06 - Unlocking Everything with MTNTOUGH
00:10:00 - The Impact of Knockouts and Brain Trauma
00:14:23 - Exposure in the Military
00:18:39 - Introduction to Jiu-Jitsu, Getting Hooked
00:23:07 - Martial Arts Recommendations for Remote Areas
00:27:28 - Introduction to Hunting and Benefits of Silence
00:31:59 - The Difficulty of Shooting Elk
00:36:59 - The Challenges of Archery Hunting at a Distance
00:41:58 - Shooting Protocol: The Detachment
00:46:47 - The Catalyst for Life Change in Bow Hunting
00:51:16 - The Importance of Being Prepared for Every Possible Outcome
00:55:36 - The Journey of Preparation
01:00:18 - The Challenges of Elk Hunting
01:04:59 - Overcoming Adversity in Hunting
01:09:45 - The Emotional Roller Coaster of Bow Hunting
01:14:37 - Don't Force Things on Your Kids
01:18:25 - Setting Minimum Standards
01:23:07 - Nurturing Passion in Children
01:27:41 - The Benefits of Youth Gymnastics, Ballet, and Riding Horses
01:31:59 - Nuggets of Wisdom

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Cliff Gray is an avid outdoorsman, pilot and certified wilderness first
responder. He has personally guided dozens of big game hunts, while his previous businesses
have operated more than a thousand wilderness expeditions.



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Do you need to get fit for the backcountry? Want to get into the best functional shape of your life? Want to build mental toughness through physical and mental fitness? Get your first 6 weeks free with an extended trial of MTNTOUGH online fitness training.

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What is MTNTOUGH?
MTNTOUGH is The #1 Fitness App Trusted By The Dedicated
Our premier functional fitness programming is conveniently packaged for hunters, first responders, military, and mountain athletes. Train at home, at the gym, or on the go.

Tap the link to get started with MTNTOUGH+ Fitness 14-Days Free: https://lab.mtntough.com/checkout/subscribe/purchase?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=spotify_description&utm_campaign=evergreen_links

Since 2016, MTNTOUGH has been dedicated to helping individuals achieve their personal goals by creating a foundation for physical and mental toughness. The brand’s best-in-class programs are developed, tested, and proven by former Navy SEALs, Army Rangers, and renowned physical trainers. MTNTOUGH+ programs are used by elite groups and operators, including special ops forces, wildland firefighters, backcountry hunters, professional mountain athletes, and more. The MTNTOUGH fitness lab is headquartered in Bozeman, Montana, surrounded by some of the world’s top mountain athletes.