Getting After It

Men rarely talk about what’s going on under the surface. Maybe it’s because society told us to “man up.” Maybe it’s because we never had the tools to put words to how we feel. Either way, most of us have learned to hide our struggles until they become impossible to ignore.

In this episode, I sit down with a Dr. Kim Buck, seasoned mental health professional who has spent 25 years helping others face these unspoken battles — anxiety, ...

In this episode, I sit down with DJ and endurance athlete Tyler — known as DJ Take 2 — for one of the most grounded and real conversations I’ve had in a while. We explore the beauty of starting small, pushing our limits, and realizing that most of the barriers we face are self-made.

Tyler shares stories from his winding journey as a DJ, his first triathlon podium finish, and the lessons learned from showing up to races where he felt...

Most people only consider physical therapy after something breaks. A torn muscle. A blown-out knee. The kind of injury that makes you question if your body is still yours. But what if movement wasn’t just for recovery… but for prevention? For performance? For staying independent as you age?

In this episode, I sit down with Brynli Walker—a licensed physical therapist, athlete, mom, and all-around expert in helping people reclaim thei...

What does it really mean to "feed your heart"?

In this episode, I sat down with my friend Jared Lee to unpack one of the deepest conversations we’ve had on the show yet—one that weaves through philosophy, religion, suffering, and the pursuit of meaning. We explore how ancient thinkers like Plato and C.S. Lewis believed in the power of the “chest”—the seat of emotion, conviction, and moral clarity—and how modern society oft...

What does it really mean to do it all—and actually do it well?

In this episode, I sat down with my former manager, longtime friend, and one of the most quietly powerful leaders I know: Kate Plamondon. 

Kate is now a mother of three (including a set of surprise twins), a respected leader in business, and someone who’s not just surviving the chaos—but navigating it with presence, clarity, and integrity. We talk about the raw transition...

This one’s personal.

I had to write “DNF” next to my name today—Did Not Finish—and it stung more than I expected. Not because my legs gave out. But because my mind did.

In this episode, I walk you through a run I didn’t finish and the hard truth behind it: I wasn’t mentally bought in. I showed up thinking I could coast off past accomplishments, that grit alone would carry me. But here's what I learned—without the mind, the body ...

This episode is special—because it’s with one of my oldest friends, Spencer Walker. 

We go way back… all the way to the “Pack Rats” days. But today, Spencer is a husband, father, CrossFit athlete, and a first-year med student working toward becoming a PM&R doctor.

We covered everything: consistency in fitness, the science behind recovery, balancing training with fatherhood, staying spiritually grounded, and what it really means t...

This episode is for the moments when your brain says, "That’s all I’ve got.”
Because that voice? It’s lying to you.

Today, I’m breaking down the myth of our limits—the mental stories we tell ourselves when we’re tired, unsure, or just plain scared. Whether you’re chasing a fitness goal, building something meaningful, or just trying to become a little better than you were yesterday, I want this episode to remind you of one ...

Lately, I’ve been thinking a lot about potential—not the kind people talk about in vague, feel-good quotes—but the kind that sits deep in your gut and makes you wonder: What if I actually went after it? What if I stopped waiting and started working?

In this solo episode, I share stories that have lit a fire under me recently—like Cameron Hanes running 250 miles with a broken foot, David Goggins’ wild transformation, and how Stoic ph...

What does it actually mean to get after it?

In this episode, Ally Rossell joins me to break down the real meaning behind the phrase — beyond the t-shirts, the hashtags, and the highlight reels. This isn’t about motivational fluff. It’s about discipline, daily reps, mental battles, and doing the hard thing when no one’s watching.

We talk about the difference between grinding blindly vs. reflecting intentionally, how to win the war aga...

What happens when you get dropped into the heart of the Amazon rainforest with nothing but a machete, a bow, and the will to make it out alive?

In this episode, I sit down with Dustin Illgner — adventurer, survivalist, and perhaps the only man in the office who’s stared down a howler monkey after building his own jungle shelter. We talk about his expedition deep into the Amazon under the guidance of former British SAS soldier Ian Cr...

Dave Daly should’ve died in that water. A family vacation. A rogue wave. A snapped neck. Paralysis from the shoulders down.

But this isn’t a story about tragedy — it’s about what you do next.

In this raw, honest conversation, Dave shares the moment his life changed forever: floating face down in the ocean, unable to move, unsure if he’d live to see another breath. What followed was surgery, a 40-day stay in rehab, and an unrelenting ...

In this episode, I sit down with my oldest brother Blake for a conversation that’s equal parts hilarious and humbling. We walk through the rise and fall of our business Swello—how we bootstrapped it from late-night ad gigs into a full-blown agency with 20+ employees… and how it all came crashing down.

This isn’t just a story about business. It’s about losing a piece of your identity, dealing with depression and anxiety, and rebuildi...

In this episode, I sit down with my longtime friend Payton Sellers—a future dentist, former missionary, and professional at learning the hard way.

We talk about what it means to choose your hard, how to own rejection, and why taking life too seriously might be the worst way to live it. Payton shares stories that are as hilarious as they are honest—failed dates, lessons from Baltimore, and why laughing at yourself might be the key to...

“You don’t have to love the pain. But you can love what it produces.”

This episode is deeply personal. Ally and I talk about Amor Fati—the Stoic mindset of loving your fate—and how it can shift the way you approach setbacks, suffering, and even grief.

We walk through everything from infertility to losing a parent to injury during marathon training. It’s not a highlight reel. It’s real life.

You’ll hear stories of failure, unfulfilled ...

Welcome back to the Getting After It podcast.

In this episode, I take you into the heart of one of history’s most disciplined warrior codes: Bushido, the code of the Samurai. But I don’t just talk about it—I bring it to life through the story of Miyamoto Musashi, Japan’s most legendary swordsman, a man who won 60 duels and once killed his opponent with a wooden oar.

At the end, I give you five practical exercises based on the Book of...

Today on the Getting After It podcast, I’m joined by a very special guest—my wife, Ally!

We sat down (matching mustard chairs and all) to have a real conversation about trying hard things, embracing the discomfort of being a beginner, and staying consistent without losing your sense of self-worth.

Ally shares her journey from being terrified of recording podcasts to launching Siblings in Crime with her brother, her struggles with bod...

Hey friends—welcome to the very first episode of my new "Code Series" on the Getting After It podcast.

Over the next few months, we’re diving deep into the personal and historical codes that have shaped warriors, leaders, and everyday legends. From samurai and Bushido to pirates and medieval knights, we’ll look at how people from different walks of life created rules that anchored their actions and built resilience. But be...

Welcome back to the Getting After It podcast. In today’s episode, I break down a concept that’s reshaped how I view everything—from daily routines to long-term goals: “Life is what you think of it.”

Inspired by a raw, honest TikTok video, I unpack what it really means when we say “the way you see yourself is how the world reflects you back.” This episode is all about reframing your mindset, confronting that harsh inner critic, and t...