The Aggressive Life with Brian Tome

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We live in a world where "aggressive" is one of the few dirty words left. Our culture celebrates the crass and profane, while risk and difficulty are a sign that something is wrong. Put simply, this passivity is killing us. Our relationships are weaker, our work is unfulfilling, our finances are a disaster, and our faith is nonexistent. Host Brian Tome believes there is a better way, and it's by embracing the power of healthy aggression. Listen in as he talks with people who are living lives that punch passivity in the mouth.

  • 1 hour 4 minutes
    The Secret Lives of Firefighters with Denny Baker—Cincinnati Fire Department
    For the first time on The Aggressive Life, Brian sits down with a firefighter to get the inside scoop on one of society’s most-aggressive and impactful jobs. With over 30 years in the Cincinnati Fire Department, Denny Baker has seen and lived through more than most people. From keeping your head under stressful situations, to the physical demands of fighting fires, to working for lasting impact, Denny is an inspiring man who has built a life on serving and protecting others. 

    Watch the full episode on YouTube here.
    9 December 2025, 10:00 am
  • 47 minutes 44 seconds
    The Story Behind Brian’s 500 Year-Old Tattoo with Wassim Razzouk—27th Generation Tattoo Artist
    Wassim Razzouk’s name is on the oldest tattoo shop in the world. Located in the heart of Jerusalem, Razzouk Tattoo has been tattooing Christians and pilgrims for over 700 years—including Brian. In this fascinating conversation, Wassim and Brian talk about the history of Christian tattoos, what it’s like to carry a family legacy for 27-generations, and the challenges of being a Palestinian Christian living in the Holy Land. 

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    2 December 2025, 10:40 am
  • 54 minutes 50 seconds
    The Spiritual History of Thanksgiving with Stephen Mansfield—Historian | Aggressive Life Rewind
    There’s much more to Thanksgiving than family, turkey, and football. In this classic episode of The Aggressive Life with Brian Tome, first released back in 2021, Brian hosts historian and author, Stephen Mansfield, for a mind-blowing conversation about the spiritual history of Thanksgiving. From the aggressive moves of the Pilgrims to come to America, to their harrowing voyage on the Mayflower and the miracle that saved the colony from starvation, you’ve never heard the Thanksgiving story quite like this. Released for the first time in video format, this episode packs a punch capable of changing the way you think about and celebrate the holiday. 

    Watch the full  episode on YouTube here.

    25 November 2025, 10:00 am
  • 52 minutes 4 seconds
    Freedom Is On The Other Side of the Fight with Scott MacLellan—CEO & Addiction Advocate
    When Scott MacLellan’s daughter was diagnosed with a rare health condition, he knew her childhood would be a fight. Enduring hundreds of surgeries wasn’t the worst of it. What started as a prescription for opioid painkillers eventually became an addiction, pushing Scott’s family to the brink. For over a decade, he fought for his daughter’s future—until a desperate prayer, and a chance encounter, changed everything. On the other side of addiction, Scott and his family are now addiction advocates, helping to pioneer new treatment, and hope, for families walking through similar circumstances. No matter the fight you are facing, Scott’s story can be the shot of inspiration you need to keep going. 

    Learn more about Scott’s advocacy work at www.riversoul.org

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    18 November 2025, 10:00 am
  • 1 hour 10 minutes
    How Six Ordinary People Sparked a Massive Revival with John Funnell—Welsh Pastor
    When Pastor John Funnell arrived at Noddfa Church, in one of the poorest valleys in Wales, only six elderly members remained. He expected to quietly lead them until the church closed—but God had other plans. Through prayer, risk, and persistence, those six believers have become a thriving congregation of more than 300 people, sparking a modern revival movement.

    In this episode of The Aggressive Life with Brian Tome, John shares how revival started in a forgotten community—and what it really takes to experience a spiritual awakening. From repentance and renewal to the challenges of explosive growth, his story is a front-row seat to what God is doing in post-Christian Europe.

    If you’ve ever longed to see revival in your life, or wondered how to prepare for the next great move of God, this conversation will inspire you to keep moving forward.

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    11 November 2025, 10:00 am
  • 1 hour 9 minutes
    MAN CAMP & Masculinity That is Good and Getting Better with Jim Burgen—Pastor, Outdoorsman
    Something powerful happens when thousands of men leave comfort behind and unite in pursuit of God. Just under a week after attending his first MAN CAMP, Jim Burgen joins Brian on The Aggressive Life to talk about his experience—from speaking under the big tent, to conversations outside MASH, to why MAN CAMP gives him hope that masculinity is good and getting better.

    Jim also shares what it means to age aggressively, why it’s important to keep doing new things, and what it takes to be a man who refuses to coast. From elk hunts, to hard workouts, to spiritual warfare, this is a no-holds-barred conversation about becoming the kind of man the world needs. 

    Learn more about MAN CAMP at www.mancamp.us 

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    4 November 2025, 10:48 am
  • 32 minutes 59 seconds
    What is Revival… And Do I Need It? — One Question with BT
    Something powerful is stirring across the world—churches are filling up, the name of Jesus is trending, and legitimate miracles are happening. In this One Question episode, Brian Tome unpacks the meaning of revival—what it is, how to recognize it, and why you might need one in your own life. Drawing from history, Scripture, and modern movements of God, Brian explores how revival starts, what fuels it, and how to be part of it. If you’re ready for more of God’s movement in your life, this episode can be a push in the right direction. 

    Don’t just listen, act. Join BT and thousands of others seeking a move of God at Revival on November 1st and 2nd. More details here

    Want to learn more about revival movements in history? Listen to BT’s conversation with revival expert, Michael McClymond, here: (Apple | Spotify)

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    28 October 2025, 9:00 am
  • 17 minutes 18 seconds
    Initiative Gets God’s Attention—Live at MAN CAMP 2025
    MAN CAMP 2025 was one for the history books. This teaching, recorded live under the big tent on Friday evening, set the stage for all that God would do over the weekend. Initiative leads to breakthrough because it gets God’s attention—at camp, at home, and everywhere in between. 

    Claim your spot for next year’s MAN CAMP, for the lowest price possible, during the one-week flash sale—now through October 26th. Find out more at MANCAMP.us 

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    21 October 2025, 9:00 am
  • 18 minutes 35 seconds
    Bonus: Stories from MAN CAMP 2025
    MAN CAMP 2025 has come and gone—but the stories, and the changed lives, remain. In this bonus episode of The Aggressive Life, Dirt shares stories collected from the Story Shitter, an old outhouse turned into a makeshift studio where guys shared their wins, breakthroughs, and leave-behinds. This episode is a small snapshot into all the God did at MAN CAMP 2025. Let it push you to keep taking ground in your aggressive life.

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    19 October 2025, 5:52 pm
  • 1 hour 17 minutes
    Biblical Masculinity Isn’t Toxic or Tame with Joby Martin—Man Guru, Pastor
    Modern masculinity is typically pigeonholed into one of two camps—it’s either toxic (and therefore a danger to itself and others) or it’s tame (passively making no difference in the world around it). Pastor and author, Joby Martin, stops by The Aggressive Life to unpack a third option—a biblical masculinity rooted in responsibility, sacrifice, and faith. In a hard-hitting, and often hilarious conversation, the two friends discuss cultural confusion about manhood, why fatherhood is essential, and what it takes to stand firm and act like a man. This is a raw and inspiring masterclass on what it takes to live courageously in a world gone soft.

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    14 October 2025, 9:00 am
  • 1 hour 8 minutes
    A Sex Therapist Explains What’s Really Killing Your Sex Life with Dr. Emma Schmidt
    Dr. Emma Schmidt returns to The Aggressive Life for a candid, helpful, and eye-opening conversation around the modern state of sex. She explains why so few people are having sex, how everything from anxiety to the rise of AI is playing a role, and simple strategies for more connected relationships. Along the way, Brian and Emma tackle myths around libido, erectile dysfunction, and how to address mismatched desire. As one of Cincinnati’s leading sex therapists, Dr. Schmidt joins current research with a Biblical perspective that will challenge your assumptions about intimacy and leave you with practical steps to improve your sex life. 

    Watch this week’s episode on YouTube here.
    7 October 2025, 9:00 am
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