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The Aggressive Life with Brian Tome

Crossroads

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.

  • 54 minutes 19 seconds
    Mental Health and Perseverance on the Appalachian Trail with Tara Dower - Speed Record Holder for the A.T.
    The first time Tara Dower got on the Appalachian Trail, she only lasted a handful of days before anxiety and mental health forced her to abandon her goal of through-hiking the 2,000 mile footpath. But she didn’t give up. In 2024, Tara got back on the A.T. with the goal of claiming the FKT—fastest known time. When she reached the finish line in only 40 days, she became the fastest human ever to cover every mile of the A.T. This down-to-earth and hard working woman will push you to keep making forward progress on your aggressive life, and to keep getting up when you fall down. 
    14 January 2025, 10:00 am
  • 20 minutes 43 seconds
    How to Hear from God — One Question with BT
    If you’re going to have a spiritually potent life, you have to learn how to hear from God. In this 1 Question deep-dive, BT shares his method for hearing from God: a daily repetition of scripture, prayer, and making space to listen. It takes persistence and perseverance, but when you learn how to hear from God for yourself, your aggressive life will hit new strides. 

    - Create your own custom Bible reading plan at bibleplan.org.
    - Read scripture along with Brian on the free spiritual fitness app, Crossroads Anywhere.
    - For an easy introduction to spending time with God, try Brian’s new 60-day devotional for men.

    7 January 2025, 10:00 am
  • 53 minutes 7 seconds
    What Makes a Man?—BT on The Art of Manliness Podcast
    Earlier this fall, BT got to check off a bucket list item—appearing as a guest on The Art of Manliness podcast, one of the first, and most successful, podcasts aimed at a male audience. With over a 1,000 episodes under his belt, host Brett McKay has carved out a space that encourages, challenges, and helps men rise. In conversation with Brian, the pairs discuss what makes a man, the long haul of establishing friendships, and what it looks like to be a protector in the 21st century. 
    31 December 2024, 10:00 am
  • 58 minutes 22 seconds
    Eggnog with Santa on Christmas Eve with Gabby Claus—Professional Santa
    Michael Gabbard—better known as Gabby Claus—has built a life out of serving others. From his time as a paramedic, to a firefighter, to a city council member and beyond, Gabby unexpectedly found his favorite role behind a big white beard and red suit. In his 13th year as Santa, Gabby Claus has a simple mission: bring Christmas smiles to everyone he meets. From city parks to home visits, pictures in the NICU to praying for grieving families, Gabby’s heart is as bottomless as Santa’s sack of toys. His aggressive joy is contagious. 
    23 December 2024, 10:00 pm
  • 41 minutes 27 seconds
    Die Hard Double Feature: Finding God in Die Hard—BT’s “Christmas at the Movies” Teaching
    For years, Brian has staked his claim that Die Hard is a Christmas movie. Now, he has stage time to explain why. As part of a weekend teaching series, “Christmas at the Movies,” Brian shares how Die Hard contains echoes of that original night in Bethlehem—from unideal family situations, to a hero that fights for his beloved. Recorded live at Crossroads Church in Cincinnati, Die Hard becomes a message of hope for everyone. Welcome to the party, pal. 
    17 December 2024, 10:05 am
  • 35 minutes 9 seconds
    Die Hard Double Feature: Behind the Scenes with Elizabeth Lane—Hollywood Developer, Die Hard
    Die Hard is a cultural phenomenon. The one liners. The action. The relatable hero. And the debate that comes around every single year: is Die Hard a Christmas movie? Brian sits down with former Hollywood movie developer, Elizabeth Lane, to get a rare peek behind the curtain on the beloved film. Part of the team that helped move Die Hard from flailing script to action classic, Elizabeth reflects on its place in culture, the power of choosing Bruce Willis, and if the film was intended to be a Christmas classic. Yippee ki-yay, Merry Christmas! 
    17 December 2024, 10:00 am
  • 1 hour 12 minutes
    BT’s Aggressive Moonshot—Unpacking the 10X Push with Joel Firebaugh
    Fresh off six of the most intense, and important, weeks of his career, Brian sits down with coworker, Joel Firebaugh, for a conversation around the 10X Push. With nearly all of his peers winding down their careers, Brian is making the aggressive move to ramp up. Leading yourself, and others, through an intense journey that culminates in a 3-year financial commitment isn’t something to be taken lightly—but it just might be the thing that sets your life apart. 

    Learn more about Crossroads’ 10X Push here.
    10 December 2024, 10:00 am
  • 6 minutes 29 seconds
    Defense & Offense—Five Marks of a Man Devotional, Day 5
    For the past week, Brian has been sharing the first five entries from his newest book, The Five Marks of a Man Devotional: 60 Days to a Powerful Life. Written to encourage and empower men toward lives of aggressive and courageous manhood, it is a perfect guide for men of all ages.

    On this final day, Brian sets his sights on Mark 5: Men Are Protectors… and that means having a strong offense and defense. 

    Get your own copy of the devotional over on Amazon, or in bookstores everywhere.
    7 December 2024, 10:00 am
  • 6 minutes 36 seconds
    The Right to Fight—Five Marks of a Man Devotional, Day 4
    To coincide with the release of his new book, The Five Marks of a Man Devotional: 60 Days to a Powerful Life, Brian is sharing the first week of entries with his podcast. Written in a straight-forward, action-oriented way, this devotional is perfect for any man looking to further develop lives of meaning, impact, and influence.

    Today, Brian dives into Mark 4: Men Work… instead of expecting life on a silver platter, men know they have the right to fight for what matters most. 

    Get your own copy of the devotional over on Amazon, or in the bookstore of your choice.
    6 December 2024, 10:00 am
  • 6 minutes 7 seconds
    Grab a Shovel—Five Marks of a Man Devotional, Day 3
    To celebrate the release of his newest book, The Five Marks of a Man Devotional: 60 Days to a Powerful Life, Brian is sharing the first five entries on the podcast. Designed with men of all ages in mind, the 60-day devotional is a masterclass in developing courageous manhood by putting it into practice, day-after-day-after-day. 

    Today, Brian looks at Mark 3: Men Are Team Players… and that means, you better have a shovel ready. 

    If you’re getting something from these podcasts, consider getting your own copy of the book over on Amazon, or wherever you purchase books. 
    5 December 2024, 10:00 am
  • 5 minutes 38 seconds
    Starting Small—Five Marks of a Man Devotional, Day 2
    This week, Brian is sharing the first five entries from his brand new book, The Five Marks of a Man Devotional: 60 Days to a Powerful Life. The final book in The Five Marks of a Man trilogy, the 60-day devotional is a powerful guide to practicing courageous manhood until it becomes second nature. 

    Today, Brian dives into Mark 2: Men Take Minority Positions… even when they are small.

    If you like what you hear, get your own copy of this new devotional on Amazon, or bookstores everywhere. 
    4 December 2024, 10:00 am
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