The Aggressive Life with Brian Tome

The Aggressive Life with Brian Tome
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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.

  1. Risk is Key to Growth in Friendships, Marriage, and Business with Ron Razete—Founder, Peace, Love and Little Donuts

    1D AGO

    Risk is Key to Growth in Friendships, Marriage, and Business with Ron Razete—Founder, Peace, Love and Little Donuts

    When Ron Razete launched Peace, Love and Little Donuts, it was an incredible risk. After multiple failures in the entrepreneurial space, Ron and his wife, Marci, had their backs against the wall. With nowhere else to turn, she sold her car to finance the venture, and the couple opened their first brick and mortar store in Pittsburg. 15 years later, that risk has more than paid off, expanding to 30 locations in 11 different states. In this aggressive conversation with a long-time friend, Ron shares the unlikely history of Peace, Love and Little Donuts and the lessons learned along the way—take the risk, listen to your wife, and have fun.  Watch the full podcast on YouTube here.

    1h 9m
  2. How to Put Your Phone Down and Live More with Darren Whitehead—The Digital Fast

    MAR 4

    How to Put Your Phone Down and Live More with Darren Whitehead—The Digital Fast

    Studies are clear: screens dominate our waking hours. It’s not uncommon to spend 7-10 hours in front of one, every single day. We don’t like it, but feel powerless to change it. That’s where Darren Whitehead comes in. A pastor, and author of “The Digital Fast,” Darren leads others to experience the power and life change he discovered through intentional disconnection. In a hyperconnected world, a digital detox is an incredibly aggressive move. It’s time to put your phone down and start living.

    1h 9m
  3. How to Be a Better Husband—One Question with BT

    FEB 25

    How to Be a Better Husband—One Question with BT

    The phrase “how to be a better husband” is Googled nearly 2x as much as “how to be a better wife.” Why is that? And how do you know if you’ve found a good answer? With nearly 40 years of experience, BT gives his perspective on that question. To be a better husband, he believes it involves seeing your marriage as a team, spending your energy toward it, having a plan, and making space for fun together. Claim your spot at Couples Camp here. Watch the full podcast on YouTube here.

    19 min
  4. Growing Prophetic Spiritual Muscles with Paul Maconochie—Leader, Teacher, Pastor

    FEB 18

    Growing Prophetic Spiritual Muscles with Paul Maconochie—Leader, Teacher, Pastor

    Does prophecy still happen today? Paul Maconochie thinks so, and that God is speaking to anyone willing to listen. Alongside BT, Paul unpacks the ways he hears from God, the risk it takes to share with others, and how we can learn to do the same. This aggressive conversation will push you out of your comfort zone and into a better place—because the more you risk, the more you grow.

    1h 15m
  5. Pushing Yourself to the Limit (and Beyond) with Dan Rebella—Runner, The Great World Race

    FEB 11

    Pushing Yourself to the Limit (and Beyond) with Dan Rebella—Runner, The Great World Race

    Running has been in Dan Rebella’s blood for years, so when the ultimate challenge presented itself, he didn’t blink. In late 2024, Dan signed up for the inaugural running of The Great World Race—7 full marathons, on all 7 continents, in only 7 days. From the first race, in Antarctica, to the final in Miami Beach, Dan pushed himself to the utter limit, and came out the other side stronger. No matter if you like running or not, the lesson’s Dan picked up along the way about perseverance, faithfulness, and choosing the harder path have the power to push your life forward. Watch the full length episode on YouTube, here.

    48 min
  6. Hack Your Habits For A Better Life with Michael Easter—Researcher, Author, Rucker

    FEB 4

    Hack Your Habits For A Better Life with Michael Easter—Researcher, Author, Rucker

    Culture is constantly selling us something. Michael Easter thinks it's time we stop buying. The best-selling author of The Comfort Crisis and Scarcity Brain returns to the podcast to help us push back against the craving and consumerism that keep us in shackles. From understanding how slot machines keep you hooked, to the power of community, to why discomfort is always the path to a better life, this aggressive conversation is an engine to get you moving toward a better life. Watch the full length interview on YouTube, here.

    1h 2m
  7. 5 Keys to Improving Your Finances with John Hope Bryant—Financial Literacy Expert & Coach

    JAN 28

    5 Keys to Improving Your Finances with John Hope Bryant—Financial Literacy Expert & Coach

    John Hope Bryant is a successful entrepreneur, author, and financial guru who believes financial literacy—understanding how to make, save, and spend money—is the civil rights issue of our era. And he’s doing something about it. He’s written best-sellers, advised presidents, and helped influence policymakers. But his most enduring work is as the CEO of Operation Hope, where John is helping teach financial literacy to all, giving everyday people the tools they need to make wise financial decisions. In a conversation that touches on everything from politics, to history, to tools for making more (and better use of your) money, John Hope Bryant is a deep well that will get your rear in gear.

    58 min
  8. Sports Betting, A Trip to the End of the World, and Raising Kids That Like You—Big News and a Mini Q&A with BT

    JAN 21

    Sports Betting, A Trip to the End of the World, and Raising Kids That Like You—Big News and a Mini Q&A with BT

    Before we get too far into the New Year, it’s time for a Q&A episode. BT shares his thoughts on sports betting, how Santa Claus is like God, leading your family through deconstruction, and more. Before that, BT shares some big news coming for the podcast in 2025. The aggressive keep changing and adapting, and that includes us.  Leave a rating and written review, get a free Aggressive Life sticker. Email Dirt for the details—dirt@briantome.com

    34 min
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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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