Best Warpath Podcasts (2025)

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Barbie’s Dream AI – DTNS Live 5043

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Amazon CEO Andy Jassy expects the company’s corporate headcount to shrink in the coming years as generative AI tools take over some tasks. Netflix signs a deal with French network TF1 to stream its broadcast channels in France. Mattel and OpenAI have a new partnership that will see the toy maker integrate OpenAI’s products into its design process a…

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Are PayPhones Making a Comeback Thanks to VoIP? – DTNSB 5043

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Plus new AR glasses, a smart home hub from Eufy and more. Starring Tom Merritt, Jenn Cutter, and Patrick Schlott. MP3 Download Follow us on Bluesky, Mastodon, X Instgram, Threads, YouTube and Twitch Please SUBSCRIBE HERE for free or get DTNS ad-free. A special thanks to all our supporters–without you, none of this would be possible. If you enjoy wh…

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ChatGPT Adds Pounds – DTNS Live 5042

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Oxford’s Reuters Institute for the Study of Journalism found that for the first time a majority of Americans got their news via social media over TV, direct websites and apps. Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang is telling countries they need to develop Sovereign AI. We explain what that is and what it can mean for AI development. Is the best way to store rene…

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Wk. 2 Military Trauma: “Rewiring the Wounded Brain: Neuroplasticity, Recovery, and God’s Design” 10:26

2d ago10:26

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Send us a text Episode Description: In Week 2 of the Warrior Within trauma recovery journey, we dive into the science and spirituality of neuroplasticity — the brain’s miraculous ability to heal, rewire, and recover after trauma. Whether you've endured the battlefield, childhood abuse, or chronic stress, this episode reminds you that your brain is …

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Social Media News Is Where It’s At in the USA – DTNSB 5042

2d ago

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Plus Dr. Niki helps us understand why certain scientific studies are given the green light. Starring Jason Howell, Tom Merritt, and Dr. Niki. MP3 Download Follow us on Bluesky, Mastodon, X Instgram, Threads, YouTube and Twitch Please SUBSCRIBE HERE for free or get DTNS ad-free. A special thanks to all our supporters–without you, none of this would …

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Ep 240 Eve Casino 38:10

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Send us a text Eve Casino is a four-piece independently produced rock band from the suburbs of Chicago. Dabbling in genres such as psychedelia, blues, and punk rock & drawing comparisons to a vast array of bands from The Doors to Weezer to The Cars; the band is noncommittal to any specific form of rock music and prefers instead to celebrate their d…

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Chatbot Confidential – DTNS Live 5041

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Meta’s Threads app will now let users mark posts as containing spoilers, blurring text or images until tapped. Can LLM chatbots like ChatGPT be causing problems for those already suffering from mentally instability? An Oxford professor explains why they think AI alone cannot solve the productivity puzzle. And Ford tackles Pikes Peak race to summit …

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0 to Charged in 18 Seconds – DTNSB 5041

3d ago

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Plus Andy Beach helps us understand why Hollywood is hiding its AI obsession. Starring Tom Merritt, Robb Dunewood, and Andy Beach. MP3 Download Follow us on Bluesky, Mastodon, X Instgram, Threads, YouTube and Twitch Please SUBSCRIBE HERE for free or get DTNS ad-free. A special thanks to all our supporters–without you, none of this would be possible…

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Stablemattress – DTNS Live 5040

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Meta’s AI app draws criticism for its unclear privacy settings. Is cryptocurrency about to actually go mainstream? Google reiterated its opposition to age verification of a device’s user through its app store. And its our Friday great debates as well tackle some of the world’s most contentious issues. Starring Sarah Lane, Tom Merritt, Robb Dunewood…

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Why Are People Sharing Everything on Meta AI – DTNSB 5040

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Also, Dr. Niki checks in on the state of US science funding, and why Android is killing Instant Apps. Starring Tom Merritt, Huyen Tue Dao, and Dr. NIki. MP3 Download Follow us on Bluesky, Mastodon, X Instgram, Threads, YouTube and Twitch Please SUBSCRIBE HERE for free or get DTNS ad-free. A special thanks to all our supporters–without you, none of …

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Bodily Hotkeys – DTNS Live DTNS 5039

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Emily Forlini is here to give us an update on the state of brain computer interfaces. Google DeepMind and Google Research launched a new AI-based tropical cyclone forecasting model. NYU and UC Berkeley researchers have come up with a way to train robots by watching people perform tasks from their own perspectives. And Amazon Prime Video pads out th…

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iOS 26 is Packing New Parental Controls – DTNSB 5036

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Yahoo Mail tries to appeal to younger users with AI features, and Congressional Dish’s Jennifer Briney explains why a US budget bill is aiming to ban regulation of AI. Starring Jason Howell, Huyen Tue Dao, Tom Merritt, and Jennifer Briney. MP3 Download Follow us on Bluesky, Mastodon, X Instgram, Threads, YouTube and Twitch Please SUBSCRIBE HERE for…

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Dads, Stop Holding Their Hands, You’re Raising Weak Men 14:14

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Tonight, I watched something on the golf course that pissed me off. Grown-ass men micromanaging every shot their sons took… fixing their grip, adjusting their stance, telling them what club to use, like their kids were made of glass. Not me. I let my sons fail. I let them problem-solve. Because I’m not raising boys… I’m raising LEADERS. This video …

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A Handheld Boom – DTNS Live 5038

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We discuss Amazon’s AI-powered Video Generator for ads just out of beta. How burying smartphones can help fight crime. Scott shares what he thinks of the Xbox Handheld gaming PCs announced this week. And remembering Bill Atkinson’s legacy in GUI operating systems. Starring Sarah Lane, Tom Merritt, Scott Johnson, Roger Chang, Joe. MP3 Download Using…

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Nintendo Sets a Console Record – DTNSB 5038

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And why the venerable Le Monde newspaper is embracing AI not just fighting it. Starring Tom Merritt, Jenn Cutter, and Andy Beach. MP3 Download Follow us on Bluesky, Mastodon, X Instgram, Threads, YouTube and Twitch Please SUBSCRIBE HERE for free or get DTNS ad-free. A special thanks to all our supporters–without you, none of this would be possible.…

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Motivation Won’t Save You in the Pit. Execution Will 13:53

9d ago13:53

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This is episode 50. And I’m not here to celebrate — I’m here to TELL YOU THE TRUTH. Motivation isn’t the answer. Your feelings? They’re lying to you. And no one’s coming to save you. This episode is for the man who’s stuck in his head. The dad who’s showing up half-hearted. The husband questioning his own fire. The businessman on the verge of quitt…

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Wk. 1 Military Trauma: “Veteran vs. Civilian PTSD & CPTSD — Understanding the Difference to Begin Recovery” 12:29

9d ago12:29

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Send us a text Episode Description: In this powerful launch to our Veteran Trauma Recovery Program, we dive deep into how trauma changes the brain—and how the brain can heal. Using the science of neuroplasticity, Coach Liz breaks down how trauma survivors, whether veteran or civilian, can retrain their minds and rewrite their stories. If you’ve eve…

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Ep 239 My 80's Band 49:58

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Send us a text My 80's Band is Chicagoland's 80s MTV era new wave and alternative pop/rock band, covering songs from such classic 80s hitmakers as The Cure, The Fixx, The Eurythmics, The Cars, Tears For Fears, Flock of Seagulls, Simple Minds, Billy Idol and more. The band members’ decades of experience, solid chops and willingness to embrace techno…

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Your Habits Are Why You’re Weak, Broke, and Disconnected 11:07

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THE PAINFUL PROBLEM: You’re Not Broken. You’re Just Undisciplined. There’s a moment every man faces… You’re sitting in silence, looking at your life — your marriage, your body, your energy, your drive — and something just feels off. You tell yourself: “I’m exhausted.” “I’m not motivated.” “My wife’s not interested anymore.” “I don’t have time.” “I …

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The most important video I've ever made - Til you Can't - Raw and unedited 22:58

12d ago22:58

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This might be the most important video I've ever made—and if you're a man, a father, a leader in any capacity... you NEED to hear this. I filmed this raw, unedited, drenched in sweat, straight off the trail after a brutal ruck-run with my weight vest. I didn’t stop to cool off. I didn’t grab water. I sat my ass down and hit record—because the fire …

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The Identity You're Clinging to Is a Lie — And It's Destroying You 17:00

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Are you living a lie? This episode is a call-out and a call up for every man wearing a mask, pretending everything is “fine” while silently suffocating inside. You’ve convinced yourself of an identity that isn’t even real — built on stories, excuses, and bullshit beliefs passed down from weak men and broken systems. From “happy wife, happy life” to…

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Stop Overthinking. Start Winning. It’s That Simple. 5:05

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Life ain’t that complicated. YOU just made it that way. In today’s quick fire video, I’m breaking down a raw convo I had with my wife—and how my morning meditation punched me square in the face with truth: Keep. It. Simple. Most dads are drowning in chaos—not because life is too hard, but because you refuse to simplify it. You don’t need a 14-step …

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You Said “This Was the Year”… So Why Are You Still Waiting? 14:28

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Don’t tell me you’re a leader if you’re living a lie. Your family doesn’t need another faker… they need a fucking leader. And guess what? We’re halfway through the year—and most of you are STILL talking about the goals you said you'd already hit by now. You said this was YOUR year. Lose the dad bod. Build the business. Fix your marriage. But here w…

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Mike Murphy on Turning Trauma into Empowerment and Intentional Living 23:37

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Send us a text Description: In this deeply moving episode of the Get Trauma Informed Podcast, host Liz Blanding welcomes Mike Murphy — author, speaker, and founder of Mountains of Hope Wellness Retreat. Mike shares his personal story of growing through childhood trauma and how it shaped his mission to help others reclaim their power. 💬 Key Takeaway…

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Ep 238 Feed The Machine 48:18

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Send us a text Chicago's Nickelback Experience! Feed the Machine brings the Nickelback catalog to the stages. You can expect one hell of a rock show as FTM not only brings the sing-a-log hits but digs deep into their heavier cuts as well. Support the show Podcast edited by Paul Martin. Theme song courtesy of M&R Rush. www.rocknrollchicagopodcast.co…

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The Silent War Inside Every Dad (And Why You're Losing) 14:00

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Dads—you know damn well what I’m talking about. You're negotiating with yourself every single day... Eating like trash, skipping workouts, tolerating a body you hate, staying stuck in a job that drains you, sleepwalking through your marriage— And convincing yourself "it's not that bad." This episode exposes the lies you keep telling yourself... …an…

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This Week Tried to Break Me—Here’s What I Did Instead 7:19

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This Week Tried to Break Me. Here's What I Did Instead. You ever have one of those weeks? The kind where your mind’s at war, your energy’s shot, and you’re one bad moment away from snapping at your wife or skipping the gym for a six-pack of beer? Yeah. That was me this week. In this shorter vlog, I’m dropping a real-time transmission straight from …

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Your Wife Doesn’t Need Another Roommate—She Needs a F*cking Leader 12:36

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🔥 In this episode, we dismantle the “Happy Wife, Happy Life” LIE that’s been neutering masculine leadership for decades. If you’ve ever felt like you’re walking on eggshells in your own damn house… If you’re tired of being the “nice guy” while everything around you crumbles… If you know deep down that your family NEEDS a man who leads with strength…

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Stop Arguing for the Bottom | The mindset that’s DESTROYING modern men. 11:59

22d ago11:59

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A guy came at me online and said, “You don’t need a six-pack to be a good dad.” “You shouldn’t sacrifice your family for fitness.” 👊 And that’s exactly the mindset that’s DESTROYING modern men. In this video, I break down why being “good enough” is the lie keeping men soft, weak, overweight, and mentally checked out. 📉 You can be a good dad and be …

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The Stories You Keep Telling Yourself Are Killing Your Results 9:44

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🔥 THE STORIES YOU TELL YOURSELF ARE DESTROYING YOUR RESULTS (Watch This Before You "Try Again") Tonight we’re going DEEP. No fluff. No filter. Just real talk. This isn’t just another vlog. This is a gut check for every dad, every man, every husband who keeps spinning in circles, frustrated by results they don’t have—while speaking stories that guar…

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From Insanity to Acceptance: Healing Trauma and Addiction with Mike Shooty 32:02

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Send us a text Episode Summary In this eye-opening episode, host Liz Blanding sits down with certified family recovery coach and author Mike Shooty to explore the deep connection between trauma and addiction. Mike shares his 20-year journey battling substance use disorders and how uncovering unresolved trauma became the turning point in his recover…

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Ep 237 Mr Myers 48:51

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Send us a text Mr. Myers plays "Caribbean Rock"- a mixture of reggae, soca/calypso, beach music, and their own originals. Their unique musical mix includes rock, jazz, Latin and of course Caribbean music . The band has an energetic upbeat sound that has thrilled audiences young and old. For a musical trip to the islands, you simply can’t beat the s…

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Beardology CHAPTER 2:From Firefighter to Patient: My Wake-Up Call Came Too Late 19:35

24d ago19:35

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Thought I Was Invincible… Until My Body Said Otherwise At 22, I was living the dream—fireman, adrenaline junkie, American hero in bunker gear. I felt bulletproof… until the day my right eye felt like it was exploding inside my skull. That moment was the first domino in a decade-long battle with chronic health issues—sinus surgeries, loss of smell a…

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Beardology CHAPTER 1: THIS ISN’T JUST A BEARD, IT’S A BATTLE FLAG FOR YOUR LIFE 14:18

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What’s up, legends? Paul here — and today, I’m kicking off something raw, real, and deeply personal. I’m reading Chapter 1 of my book Beardology — not some polished Audible version. This is straight from me, for YOU. No filters. No fluff. Just fire. This chapter cracks open what the beard really represents. It ain’t about facial hair. It’s about a …

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Resources for Trauma Recovery and Emotional Well-Being: Pt 8 Trauma Informed Leadership with Coach Liz 8:45

28d ago8:45

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Send us a text Episode Summary: In this final episode of the Trauma-Informed Leadership Masterclass, Coach Liz Blanding closes the series with a powerful reminder: healing is ongoing, layered, and deeply personal. She shares accessible recovery resources through Oasis Wellness Centers and offers reflective practices that help leaders stay grounded,…

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Beer Belly Dad” Isn’t a Vibe, It’s a Slow Death in Disguise 💥 6:22

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🔥 Gut Check Time, Fellas. Most dads today? They're surviving. Beer belly. Burnt out. Melting into the couch by 6PM. But that’s not the standard. That’s the lie society sold you. In this episode, I break down the real Dad Life—jacked, disciplined, leading your family from the front. And I challenge you to stop making excuses, stop playing victim, an…

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Most men don’t even notice when they fall off 13:41

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🎯 I Took 4 Days Off… And I’m Pissed About It I just turned 40. I’m in the best shape of my life. But I slipped. Yeah—I had an epic weekend. Friends flew in. Golf. Cigars. Bourbon. Memories. My wife went all out. But here’s the truth most men won’t admit: I let go of the mission… and that shit eats at me. This video isn’t about guilt. It’s about acc…

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Transformational Self-Help Modalities: Pt 7 Trauma Informed Leadership with Coach Liz Blanding 6:55

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Send us a text Episode Summary: In Part 7 of the Trauma-Informed Leadership Masterclass, Coach Liz Blanding shines a spotlight on what many leaders overlook: the critical role of self-care and nervous system regulation. Trauma-informed leadership starts with YOU. This episode dives into daily practices and micro-moments that restore balance, build …

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Ep 236 Mixtape Junkies 46:36

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Send us a text Mixtape Junkies is a Chicago based rock band that prides itself on musicianship and a one-of-a-kind playlist. Growing up in the 80’s on a steady diet of the incredibly diverse music of the time. They were formed with the idea of covering Rock’s “Mixtape era” (70’s-80’s), but wanted to do it differently. They formed their own identity…

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Stuck in Life? Here’s the Perspective Shift Every Dad Needs 6:56

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🎥 TODAY I TURNED 40… and this hit me HARD. This isn’t just a birthday vlog — it’s a wake-up call for every man who’s ever felt stuck, overwhelmed, or like he’s holding back. I’ve completed 40 full years of life. Not starting 40 — I just finished 40. That shift in perspective? That’s what this episode is all about. If you’re a father, a husband, a m…

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Developing Action Plans for Trauma-Informed Practices: Pt. 6 Trauma Informed Leadership with Coach Liz Blanding 6:20

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Send us a text Episode Summary: In Part 6 of the Trauma-Informed Leadership Masterclass, Coach Liz Blanding shifts the focus from trauma awareness to practical implementation. Leaders will learn how to translate empathy into action by incorporating quick wins, structured check-ins, emotionally safe feedback, and long-term culture shifts—all designe…

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Stop Calling It ‘Balance’ When It’s Really Just Excuses 8:22

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🔥 You only WIN when your MIND is stronger than your FEELINGS. Tonight’s message is simple: your goals aren’t the problem — your lack of growth is. Most men are chasing numbers on a scale or in a bank account… while ignoring the discipline, clarity, and consistency it takes to earn them. I break down why dads like YOU keep self-sabotaging with “trea…

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Would You Bet on Yourself? Most Men Won’t. 9:50

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Are You Willing to Bet on Yourself? Eight years ago, I walked away from the fire department — the only career I had ever known. I was out of shape, emotionally wrecked, and living a lie. From the outside, I looked like a dependable man. But deep down? I couldn’t depend on myself. This video is raw and real. I'm taking you through the exact mindset …

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Most Dads Are Stuck on Level 1 - Here’s Why You’ll Stay There 3:54

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🎮 LEVEL UP OR STAY STUCK | Why Most Men Never Evolve Past Mediocre If you grew up smashing buttons on that old school Nintendo, this one's gonna hit deep. Back in the day, when you died in a game, you didn’t respawn where you left off… You STARTED OVER. 👊 And life? It’s a hell of a lot more like that than today’s "just hit restart" culture. This vi…

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Conflict is your compass. It's not the chains 15:31

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I’m about to hand you the same tools, truth, and tactics I give my high-level coaching clients. The exact system I used to rebuild my life as a father, husband, and business owner — and I’m giving it away in this video for FREE. Why? Because I’ve been where you are. Angry. Burned out. Resentful. Carrying the weight of your family, your business, yo…

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