Warrior Dads Podcast

Today I have the pleasure of speaking with Sven Riger on the Warrior Dads Podcast.  Sven is a student of strength and fell in love with kettlebells in 2010. Realizing he had found his calling, he now holds multiple certifications through StrongFirst including SFG, SFL, SFG II, and SFB, making him a StrongFirst Certified Elite Instructor and in 2020 he became a StrongFirst Certified Team Leader. He has also attended the Plan Strong and Strong Endurance courses to learn how to create effective training plans for his students. Sven studied Healthcare Management in university and now works as a strength and fitness coach in Stuttgart, Germany. You can find out more about Sven and potentially work with him with the links below... Instagram:  @sven_rieger https://www.strongfirst.com/instructors/germany/sven-rieger.001370000076XBYAA2/ Join The Warrior Dads Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/warriordads/ Links below… Please subscribe and keep on being a Warrior Dad! anchor.fm/warriordads itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/warrior-dads-podcast/id1410811364 open.spotify.com/show/2YRj95CUlOKZQAeyROgn1l www.stitcher.com/podcast/anchor-podcasts/warrior-dads-podcast

Dai Manuel is a super dad, dating his wife, with a lead by example way of living and a contagious personality, who is on a mission to positively impact one million role models around the globe to lead a FUN-ctionally fit life through education, encouragement, and community. He is an award-winning digital thought leader and author, Distinguished Toastmaster & keynote speaker, former partner and Chief Operating Officer of a multi-million dollar retail company, and a sought after lifestyle mentor and executive performance coach. Dai knows the struggle of the juggle and keeping his health and happiness a priority. He models his work based on 5 F’s: Fitness, Family, Faith, and Finances with an overarching roof of FUN, built on a rock-solid foundation of Health. You can find out more about Dai from visiting his website and by following him on Social Media... Website: www.DaiManuel.com Facebook: www.facebook.com/daimanuel Twitter: www.twitter.com/daimanuel Instagram: www.instagram.com/daimanuel @daimanuel Join The Warrior Dads Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/warriordads/ Links below… Please subscribe and keep on being a Warrior Dad! anchor.fm/warriordads itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/warrior-dads-podcast/id1410811364 open.spotify.com/show/2YRj95CUlOKZQAeyROgn1l www.stitcher.com/podcast/anchor-podcasts/warrior-dads-podcast

Today I have the pleasure of speaking with Ken Wimberly on the Warrior Dads Podcast.  Ken is an entrepreneur, a husband, and a of father 3. He is always up for a challenge whether it is in his personal or professional life. Ken is the founder of Legacy of Love and has over 15 different streams of income from real estate investments, operating businesses, coaching services, and oil & gas holdings. After changing his lifestyle and losing 50 pounds, he’s completed in 10 tough mudders. He continues to work on himself, speaks about personal development, and also leaving a legacy. You can find out more about Ken and his Legacy Of Love app below... https://legacyoflove.app Instagram @ken.wimberly Join The Warrior Dads Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/warriordads/ Links below… Please subscribe and keep on being a Warrior Dad! anchor.fm/warriordads itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/warrior-dads-podcast/id1410811364 open.spotify.com/show/2YRj95CUlOKZQAeyROgn1l www.stitcher.com/podcast/anchor-podcasts/warrior-dads-podcast

Today I have the pleasure of speaking with Eddy Stewart on the Warrior Dads Podcast.  Eddy Stewart is 37-years olds, lives in Hueytown, AL. He has been married to his high school sweetheart, Natalie, for 14 years. He has 2 boys, Henry, and Charlie. He has been a firefighter & paramedic for 13 years and works for the City of Hueytown. He has also been a City Finalist on American Ninja Warrior seasons 7-11. You can follow Eddy on Instagram at @eddystewart3 and read the article he mentions in his interview here… https://birminghamchristian.com/get-back-up-try-again-alabamas-american-ninja-warrior-eddy-stewart/ Join The Warrior Dads Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/warriordads/ Links below… Please subscribe and keep on being a Warrior Dad! anchor.fm/warriordads itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/warrior-dads-podcast/id1410811364 open.spotify.com/show/2YRj95CUlOKZQAeyROgn1l www.stitcher.com/podcast/anchor-podcasts/warrior-dads-podcast

Today I have the pleasure of speaking with John Beede. John has climbed to the top of the tallest mountain on every continent, including Mount Everest. More people have orbited in space than have climbed the tallest mountain on every continent.  During the 9 year adventure, he somehow survived avalanches, pulmonary edema, tribal warfare, and a whole lot of Clif bars. He’s a worldwide adventurer who has traveled to 67 countries, written 3 books, and given live presentations to nearly 1 million live audience members.  He's the author of 3 books, the newest is called The Warrior Challenge: 8 Quests for Boys to Grow Up with Kindness, Courage, and Grit. You can find out more about John and his work from his website and social media links below... Website: https://www.johnbeede.com Book: https://www.johnbeede.com/warriorchallenge Instagram: @johnbeede Facebook: @johnbeede LinkedIn: @johnbd Twitter: @johnbeede Join The Warrior Dads Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/warriordads/ Links below… Please subscribe and keep on being a Warrior Dad! anchor.fm/warriordads itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/warrior-dads-podcast/id1410811364 open.spotify.com/show/2YRj95CUlOKZQAeyROgn1l www.stitcher.com/podcast/anchor-podcasts/warrior-dads-podcast

Today I have the pleasure of speaking with Zach Mathers.  Zach is a husband, a father 3, and believes life can be messy and hard and we were never designed to take it on alone. Couple that with the fact that he himself has suffered alcohol addiction and the shame associated it. Realizing the paralyzing power of shame Zach created and hosts Braving the Journey podcast, which is dedicated to exploring the stories of others, their struggles, and victories through life. You can find out more about Zach and his podcast at the places below… https://www.bravingthejourney.com/ Facebook and Instagram: @BravingTheJourney Join The Warrior Dads Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/warriordads/ Links below… Please subscribe and keep on being a Warrior Dad! anchor.fm/warriordads itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/warrior-dads-podcast/id1410811364 open.spotify.com/show/2YRj95CUlOKZQAeyROgn1l www.stitcher.com/podcast/anchor-podcasts/warrior-dads-podcast

Justin is the owner and founder of MilMak Blades, a SWAT officer, a husband, and a father of 2. He is also the host of Man Minutes Podcast, where he takes his experience of years in law enforcement and owning a business to talk about mindset, situational awareness, mental preparation, bettering yourself, and more. Justin makes some high-end, bad ass blades and you can check them out on his site MilMakAZ.com You can find out more about Justin, his podcast, and his blades from the links below… Plus use the code: WARRIORDADS for a discount on his blades! @milmakaz @milmakblades https://milmakaz.com/ Man Minutes Podcast:  https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/man-minutes/id1441783439 Join The Warrior Dads Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/warriordads/ Links below… Please subscribe and keep on being a Warrior Dad! anchor.fm/warriordads itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/warrior-dads-podcast/id1410811364 open.spotify.com/show/2YRj95CUlOKZQAeyROgn1l www.stitcher.com/podcast/anchor-podcasts/warrior-dads-podcast

Wayne Skivington is a Cirque du Soleil acrobat specializing in hand to hand and fitness coaching. He has a 7 year-old son and has recently competed on the NBC TV show the Titan Games. He has been working out since 7 years old and loves bodyweight exercises and power lifting.  Coupling is his passion for fitness and the start of COVID, he was inspired to start the website Workout With, which is an online fitness platform utilizing live Zoom calls with zero equipment, and HIIT bodyweight workouts. If you can keep up with Wayne’s pace, you can expect to burn close to 1000+ calories per session.   You can find out more about Wayne on and work out with him at:  https://www.workoutwith.org/ @wayne_skiv04 Join The Warrior Dads Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/warriordads/ Links below… Please subscribe and keep on being a Warrior Dad! anchor.fm/warriordads itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/warrior-dads-podcast/id1410811364 open.spotify.com/show/2YRj95CUlOKZQAeyROgn1l www.stitcher.com/podcast/anchor-podcasts/warrior-dads-podcast

Dr. Kaleb Redden, otherwise known as Doc Thor, is a highly trained sports medicine physician and is a certified ring-side physician for UFC, Bellator, Kaged Muscle, and works with all types of athletes including everyone from Olympians to pee-wees. Dr. Kaleb was recently featured on the NBC TV show, Titan Games hosted by Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson.  He feels his true calling is to be a Dad.  He has 3 beautiful children with his wife Whitney.  In his free time, he enjoys lifting weights and spending time outdoors fishing, hunting, mountain biking, playing sports, and riding motorcycles. You can find out more about Dr. Kaleb at @muscledoc_kr https://www.instagram.com/muscledoc_kr/ Join The Warrior Dads Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/warriordads/ Links below… Please subscribe and keep on being a Warrior Dad! anchor.fm/warriordads itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/warrior-dads-podcast/id1410811364 open.spotify.com/show/2YRj95CUlOKZQAeyROgn1l www.stitcher.com/podcast/anchor-podcasts/warrior-dads-podcast

Today I am honored to have Steven Lopes on the Warrior Dads Podcast. Steven is the founder of Men of Bronze and the host of the Men of Bronze Podcast, which is dedicated to equipping men with the tools and resources needed to become better men in all facets of life pertaining to masculinity. He’s a father 2, a husband of 7 years, he’s active in his community, he runs a program through his church called helping hands, teaches Sunday school, and works with the youth. You can find out more about Steve and his podcast on his website and on Instagram: https://menofbronze.ca/ @stevenlopes_mob Join The Warrior Dads Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/warriordads/ Please subscribe and keep on being a Warrior Dad! anchor.fm/warriordads itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/warrior-dads-podcast/id1410811364 open.spotify.com/show/2YRj95CUlOKZQAeyROgn1l www.stitcher.com/podcast/anchor-podcasts/warrior-dads-podcast

Today I am honored to have Tom Kingwell on the Warrior Dads Podcast. Tom is the found of Dad Strong and the host of the Dad Strong Podcast. Tom is a dad to 4 amazing children, 2 of which are 8 year old twins, a 3 year old son and 1 year old daughter. In addition to being a 5th grade teacher and a full-time dad, Tom’s mission is to encourage fellow dads to find their meaning in serving their families with everything they do. He see’s being a father, a husband, and a family man as a puzzle. The pieces of that puzzle are ours to discover, uncover or create. You can find out more about Tom, his podcast, and more on Instagram at: @dad_strong7  https://www.instagram.com/dad_strong7/ @dadstrongtom  https://www.instagram.com/dadstrongtom Join The Warrior Dads Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/warriordads/ Please subscribe and keep on being a Warrior Dad! anchor.fm/warriordads itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/warrior-dads-podcast/id1410811364 open.spotify.com/show/2YRj95CUlOKZQAeyROgn1l www.stitcher.com/podcast/anchor-podcasts/warrior-dads-podcast

Ben Eisenmenger is the head coach and owner of Be Strong KY in Northern Kentucky. He has specializes in strength training, kettlebells, strongman, and movement enhancement. He is a competitive strongman that has earned the titles KY's Strongest Man at 105kg, WV's Strongest Man at 125kg, and Beast Tamer through StrongFirst.  He is a contributor to Rebel Performance, The Kettlebell Locker, and The Weck Method.  He is a proud husband and father of three. You can find out more about Ben, his training, and programs at:  https://www.bestrongky.com/ or on Instagram @bestrongky https://thekettlebelllocker.com/blog/f/kettlebells-for-strongman-training Join The Warrior Dads Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/warriordads/ Please subscribe and keep on being a Warrior Dad! anchor.fm/warriordads itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/warrior-dads-podcast/id1410811364 open.spotify.com/show/2YRj95CUlOKZQAeyROgn1l www.stitcher.com/podcast/anchor-podcasts/warrior-dads-podcast

Jason was born and currently resides in Newport News, Virginia and is a single father to a five-year-old daughter. He is a decorated United States Army Combat Veteran, an elite OCR athlete, and a PhD student. Growing up he played several sports through high school and went on to receive a football scholarship at the University of the Cumberlands, playing Defensive Back and Wide Receiver. Upon graduation, Jason was commissioned as an officer in the United States Army. He was a decorated officer during his seven years of active duty that included three combat tours in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom. His awards and decorations include: 2 Bronze Star Medals The Meritorious Service Medal The Army Commendation Medal The Combat Action Badge for being actively engaged in direct combat with an enemy The Parachutist Badge or Jump Wings (Airborne). He was also inducted into the Military Order of Saint Christopher and was named the 2009 Transportation Corps Regimental Officer of the Year. In 2011, Jason completed his service in the Army and began working as a Department of Defense contractor while also continuing his educational pursuits. In 2013, he received his Master’s Degree in Disaster Relief Logistics and is currently pursuing his Doctorate of Philosophy (PhD) in Business Leadership. When he’s not at work, spending quality time with his daughter, or doing research for his PhD, Jason can be found in the gym, on the trails, or looking for his next OCR race. To find out more about Jason, his cause and follow along with what he’s doing, follow him on social media… Instagram: @jfloydwood Clib4: https://www.gofundme.com/f/by3b8-world039s-highest-ocr?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=m_pd+share-sheet&fbclid=IwAR0Sfz2zx6R4G7QKOiW1h0R6eRFGVLksWezDZEpDWjbe688TD8odslbNr3Q https://obstacleedge.com/user/jasonwood/ Join The Warrior Dads Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/warriordads/ Please subscribe and keep on being a Warrior Dad! anchor.fm/warriordads itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/warrior-dads-podcast/id1410811364 open.spotify.com/show/2YRj95CUlOKZQAeyROgn1l www.stitcher.com/podcast/anchor-podcasts/warrior-dads-podcast

You absolutely don’t want to miss this interview with Sean Clayton. This is a truly inspiring story that starts off right from the beginning.  Sean is a husband, a father 2 daughters, an OEF Army Veteran, an American Ninja Warrior National Finalist, and a semi-pro obstacle course racer. He’s got an amazing story and is a prime example that anyone can turn their life around and become successful. Seans Mom was murdered when he was 14. He ran away from home, the state took custody of him, he wasn’t allowed in South Carolina public schools, he got involved with a gang, and started doing drugs. He got sent to military school, where he got kicked out of. He dropped out of high school and enrolled in the Army, still drinking heavily and dealing with the deaths of friends. He got arrested quite a few times for underage drinking and fighting, but he got sober in 2009. He found faith, turned his life around, had a family, and is accomplishing amazing things. To find out more about Sean and follow along with what he’s doing, follow him on social media… Instagram: @seanaclayton Instagram: @thewoodshedgym Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/seanaclayton/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thewoodshedgym/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SeanClaytonOCR/ Join The Warrior Dads Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/warriordads/ Please subscribe and keep on being a Warrior Dad! anchor.fm/warriordads itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/warrior-dads-podcast/id1410811364 open.spotify.com/show/2YRj95CUlOKZQAeyROgn1l www.stitcher.com/podcast/anchor-podcasts/warrior-dads-podcast

John T. Prather is a Hollywood actor, a GQ fitness model, the author of The Nephilim Virus, a father of 4 kids, some of which are adopted and through foster care. John has an exercise science degree and has always had love for fitness.  John has been featured in the TV series Scream Queens, and The Phoenix, as well as the movie short The Glass.  John's book, The Nephilim Virus, intertwines history and science to create a plausible post-apocalyptic tale. The Nephilim Virus is a nonstop race from against time from beginning to end.  Meagan Fox, Actress – Transformers, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, Jennifer’s Body, This is 40 said, "An intense and exceptionally well crafted thriller implementing spiritual ideas, 'The Nephilim Virus' is an inherently fascinating and truly riveting read from beginning to end." You can find out more about John, his book and his work by checking out these links and tags below... https://www.johntprather.com/ IMDB:  https://www.imdb.com/name/nm4103713/ Instagram:  @johntprather Join The Warrior Dads Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/warriordads/ Please subscribe and keep on being a Warrior Dad! anchor.fm/warriordads itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/warrior-dads-podcast/id1410811364 open.spotify.com/show/2YRj95CUlOKZQAeyROgn1l www.stitcher.com/podcast/anchor-podcasts/warrior-dads-podcast

Brett Jones, MS, ATC, CSCS is a Certified Strength & Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) from the National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA), has been teaching kettlebell techniques and principles since 2003; currently acting as the Director of Education for StrongFirst.  He has also taught for Functional Movement Systems (FMS) since 2006, and has created multiple DVDs and manuals with world-renowned physical therapist Gray Cook. He has been married for 10 years and has a 18 year old step-daughter. With over 25 years of experience, Brett has been sought out to consult with professional teams and athletes, as well as present throughout the United States and internationally.  As an Athletic Trainer who has transitioned into the fitness industry, Brett has taught kettlebell techniques and principles since 2003. He has taught for Functional Movement Systems (FMS) since 2006, and has created multiple DVDs and manuals with world-renowned physical therapist Gray Cook, including the widely-praised “Secrets of…” series. Brett continues to evolve his approach to training and teaching, and is passionate about improving the quality of education for the fitness industry. Find out more about Brett Jones and his work at the links below… https://www.strongfirst.com/ https://appliedstrength.com/https://www.functionalmovement.com/ Instagram: brettjonessfg Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/brettjonessfg Join The Warrior Dads Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/warriordads/ Please subscribe and keep on being a Warrior Dad! anchor.fm/warriordads itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/warrior-dads-podcast/id1410811364 open.spotify.com/show/2YRj95CUlOKZQAeyROgn1l www.stitcher.com/podcast/anchor-podcasts/warrior-dads-podcast

I hope everyone is being safe and staying healthy these days.  It's crazy to think this is something we are dealing with, but we are in it together and will come out stronger.  This episode is "real talk" with some fellow Dads dealing with the same things we all are.  It's a conversation about what we've been doing, what's working, what's not working and hopefully while listening you can remember what's it like and what it will be like to have a normal chat with your friends once all of this over.   I wanted to put this out there to be an "outlet" episode and hear what other people are going through as well.  I hope you enjoy and keep on being a Warrior Dad! Join The Warrior Dads Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/warriordads/ Please subscribe and keep on being a Warrior Dad! anchor.fm/warriordads itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/warrior-dads-podcast/id1410811364 open.spotify.com/show/2YRj95CUlOKZQAeyROgn1l www.stitcher.com/podcast/anchor-podcasts/warrior-dads-podcast

In this episode I have the pleasure of speaking with Jaylen Moore. Jaylen is a Father, Actor, Producer, Martial Artist, and Singer. He currently stars in History Channels SIX on Amazon Prime and Hulu, is a returning character on Homeland Season 8 on Showtime, as well as The Resident on FOX. He as been featured in hit films such as, Bad Moms, Hot Pursuit, Man Down, The Hunger Games: Catching Fire and many others. IMDB says Jaylen is the epitome of today's "Action Hero and Renaissance Man" all in one. Jaylen is also the epitome of a Warrior Dad on and off the screen. He leads a disciplined life of healthy living, fitness, and martial arts, which not only allows him to keep up with his family, but has given him the ability to perform his own stunts when needed. You can follow and find out more about Jaylen at these links and handles: https://jaylenmoore.com/ https://www.imdb.me/jaylenmoore Instagram: @jaylen1118 @wearewarriordads Twitter: @Jaylen_Moore Join The Warrior Dads Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/warriordads/ Please subscribe and keep on being a Warrior Dad! anchor.fm/warriordads itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/warrior-dads-podcast/id1410811364 open.spotify.com/show/2YRj95CUlOKZQAeyROgn1l www.stitcher.com/podcast/anchor-podcasts/warrior-dads-podcast

In this episode I have the pleasure of speaking with Jack Murphy. Jack is the founder of Liminal-Order.com, he’s a writer, a podcaster, the author of the book Democrat To Deplorable and a dad of three children. He has a background and experience in economics, international finance and affairs, real estate development and was a Charter School Executive Director for 9 years. He brings all of his life experiences to everything he writes and speaks about, and he’s just getting started. Today we talk about why it is important to develop personal sovereignty and what the 6 key elements are, having faith restored in humanity, and a fun story involving a 6’5” giant jumping on a trampoline to pegging kids with dodgeballs. You can find out more about Jack, his book and his work by going to these links below... https://jackmurphylive.com/ www.liminal-order.com Jack’s Book: https://www.amazon.com/Democrat-Deplorable-Million-Democrats-Embraced-ebook/dp/B07CV19ZYS Jack Murphy Live Podcast: http://apple.co/2INq2q6 Twitter @JackMurphyLive Please subscribe and keep on being a Warrior Dad! anchor.fm/warriordads itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/warrior-dads-podcast/id1410811364 open.spotify.com/show/2YRj95CUlOKZQAeyROgn1l www.stitcher.com/podcast/anchor-podcasts/warrior-dads-podcast

In this episode I have the pleasure of speaking with Tanner Guzy. Tanner is a style expert and the author of The Appearance of Power: How Masculinity is Expressed Through Aesthetics. Tanner has a very successful YouTube channel and blog at Masculine-Style.com talking about the importance of style and the 3 archetypes people fall into. When he’s not coaching and speaking on stage, Tanner is spending time with his beautiful wife and 4 children. Today we talk about style and the common misconceptions around it for men, masculinity, psychology and some parenting stuff. You can find out more about Tanner, his book and his work by going to these links below... www.Masculine-Style.com Book: https://www.amazon.com/Appearance-Power-Masculinity-Expressed-Aesthetics-ebook/dp/B0778QQWQC Twitter @tannerguzy Instagram @tannerguzy Please subscribe and keep on being a Warrior Dad! anchor.fm/warriordads itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/warrior-dads-podcast/id1410811364 open.spotify.com/show/2YRj95CUlOKZQAeyROgn1l www.stitcher.com/podcast/anchor-podcasts/warrior-dads-podcast