Claim OwnershipThe Aggressive Life with Brian Tome
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A life of faith was never meant to be safe and clean. It’s an unpredictable, aggressive ride that will push you to your limits—and it’s the only way to live. On The Aggressive Life, author, adventurer, and pastor, Brian Tome, shares his honest, gritty, and faith-filled life, one built on the foundation of making aggressive moves. He is joined by guests from all walks of life who are doing the same. In a world that thrives on conflict, the real enemy is passivity. It’s time to punch back.
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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.
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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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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.
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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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.
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Four years ago, Rory Lawrence scored a free ticket to MAN CAMP. The only catch? He lived 15 hours away in New Hampshire. Determined to not let that stop him, he convinced his friend Matt to tag along. What they experienced in southwest Ohio changed their lives. Four years later, their brotherhood has blossomed into a weekly podcast (The Dangerous Man Podcast) and a yearly trip back to MAN CAMP. Last year, 22 of their friends and family tagged along. Joining us from their studio in New Hampshire, Rory and Matt share their MAN CAMP experience, why they keep coming back, what it means to be a dangerous man, and why training is much more important than trying. This aggressive conversation will get you off the couch and out the door.
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Use the code PODCAST15 at checkout to get 15% off this year’s MAN CAMP at mancamp.us
Get more from Rory and Matt at www.dangerousmanpodcast.com, and find links to some of their favorite episode below:
Dangerous Man Code
Dangerous Man Mission
It’s no secret that men in America are struggling, leading statistics in everything from suicide to loneliness to obesity. But what if the problems men face start well before they turn 18? In this powerful episode of The Aggressive Life, pediatrician and parenting expert Dr. Meg Meeker joins Brian to talk about how modern parenting is failing boys and what we can do to raise strong, resilient young men. Drawing from decades as a pediatrician and her bestselling books on parenting, Dr. Meeker explains why boys need unstructured time outdoors, roughhousing, and even stick-gun battles to grow into confident, healthy men. Whether you’re raising sons, mentoring boys, or simply care about the future of men in our culture, Dr. Meeker’s practical wisdom will challenge and inspire you.
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What happens when we die? Bestselling author and near-death experience researcher John Burke has spent years studying thousands of stories from people who’ve been to the other side and back. In this powerful classic episode of The Aggressive Life (first released in November 2022 and now available for the first time in video), John unpacks the most surprising findings about life after death, heaven, and eternity. His insights will challenge how you see life, reshape how you think about dying, and inspire hope for what comes next.
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Over 150 years after his death, Abraham Lincoln’s leadership still shapes America. Routinely ranked as the nation’s greatest president, Lincoln led the country through the Civil War, ended slavery, and reunited a divided nation. In this episode of The Aggressive Life, host Brian Tome sits down with renowned historian Nancy Koehn for an unfiltered conversation about Lincoln’s life and legacy. They explore his rise from obscurity, his struggles with mental health, his bold confrontation with rebellious generals, and the decisions that made him a transformational leader. Discover how Abraham Lincoln’s aggressive life—marked by resilience, courage, and vision—remains just as resonant now as it’s ever been.
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Award-winning ESPN sideline reporter Lauren Sisler joins Brian Tome on The Aggressive Life to share her powerful journey of resilience. Behind her trademark “sideline shimmy” is a story marked by devastating loss—losing both parents to opioid overdoses within hours of each other. Lauren shares how she learned to shut up shame and rediscover joy after a long healing journey, as well as the inside story behind her viral sideline dances, how college football is changing, and why she admires Coach Nick Saban. If you’ve wrestled with grief, struggled with shame, or wondered if you could find purpose on the other side of pain, Lauren’s story can be the aggressive push forward you need.
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In late spring, Brian’s wife, Lib, was diagnosed with breast cancer. Instead of responding with fear or defeat, the Tome family is approaching the diagnosis as an adventure—one marked by faith, courage, and growth. In this deeply personal episode of The Aggressive Life with Brian Tome, BT opens up about their cancer journey for the first time. He shares the challenges they’ve faced, the risks they’re taking, and the aggressive choices that keep them moving forward with hope. Whether you’re facing cancer, supporting a loved one, or simply looking for inspiration to live aggressively, this conversation will encourage and equip you.
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joins Brian Tome for a powerful conversation about his rise in the music industry, the controversy that sidelined him, and the powerful comeback story that followed. From growing up around drug dealers, to helping lead worship around the world, Dante has built a life on aggressive choices. In this unfiltered conversation, Dante shares the highs, lows, and lessons that have shaped his faith and life—from experiencing homelessness, to recording-breaking Grammy nominations, to the reconciliation that led him to rejoin Maverick City after three years away. Dante is a good man whose life highlights how God can do more than we ever imagine.
Dante is joining the band at MAN CAMP 2025. Claim your spot here for a powerful weekend.
Watch the full conversation on YouTube here.
1World-famous adventurer, survival expert, and former British Special Forces soldier Bear Grylls joins The Aggressive Life with Brian Tome for a raw conversation on risk, resilience, and the faith that drives him. From his near-death parachuting accident and groundbreaking Man vs. Wild series to his latest book, The Greatest Story Ever Told, Bear shares hard-won lessons on perseverance, family, and trusting God in every season. Packed with inspiring stories from the wild, insights on leadership and grit, and a fresh perspective on the life of Jesus, this episode will challenge you to step into discomfort, embrace adventure, and live boldly.
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On the field at Great American Ballpark, BT has the opportunity to emcee a discussion about faith, family, and baseball with six members of his hometown Cincinnati Reds—Brent Suter, Jake Fraley, TJ Friedl, Will Benson, Emilio Pagan and Tyler Stephenson. The players discuss what it takes to grow your faith in the fishbowl of professional sports, the importance of having a great spiritual mentor, and how they maintain their focus on the most important thing through ups and downs.
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