The Iron Perspective with JD Denham

In this episode of The Iron Perspective, JD Denham opens up about the future of the show, the evolution of his own life, and the brutal honesty of what year-end reflection really looks like for an addict in long-term recovery. From questioning whether to continue the podcast, to asking listeners what direction they want next, JD gets candid about purpose, calling, and the weight of responsibility as a man in sobriety.From revisiting the darkness of his last Christmas before getting sober, to the spiritual encounter that changed the trajectory of his life, JD walks through the hopelessness, heroin addiction, speed runs, sleepless weeks, and desperation that nearly killed him. But he also shares the God-shot moment on a liquor-store sidewalk that planted the spark of hope that led to January 18th, 2011 the day everything changed.He reflects on the habits, disciplines, and non-negotiable routines that have anchored 15 years of sobriety, including waking up at 4 a.m., never hitting snooze, earning the sunrise, staying connected to God, and paying the tab every single day. He breaks down the dangers of drifting, the slow fade that pulls alcoholics back toward chaos, and why removing meetings or spiritual practices opens the door to old thinking, old temptations, and old destruction.This episode is a raw reminder of what happens when an addict forgets how bad it was, and what’s possible when a man stays accountable, stays connected, and stays in the fight.Chapters:00:00 – New Setup & Direction of the Podcast04:50 – What Listeners Want Next08:10 – The Last Christmas Before Sobriety15:25 – Living in a Godless, Hopeless State22:40 – The Target Story & The “F-Its”28:55 – The Night He Thought He’d Die32:30 – The Woman God Sent39:45 – January 18th: The True Turning Point45:10 – Paying the Tab: Routines, Discipline & Staying AnchoredFollow Me:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jd_denham_fitFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/people/JD-Denham/61563578940850/Peptides: https://www.warrior-makers.comFitness & Diet: https://www.jddenhamfit.com

In this episode of The Iron Perspective, JD Denham breaks down the exact fasting, nutrition, and discipline principles he’s used for over a decade to stay sharp, lean, focused, and consistent mentally, physically, and spiritually.From sobriety to fitness to leadership, JD explains how fasting became more than a body-composition tool it became a weapon for clarity, discipline, and self-mastery. He walks through how his approach to food, training, and structure evolved with age, and why most people never reach their potential simply because they can’t control themselves.JD covers:• How fasting rewired his discipline after addiction• Why most people eat too often and think too small• The difference between feeding hunger vs feeding purpose• His real-world fasting schedule (no fluff, no trends)• Why discipline creates freedom not restriction• How structure, faith, and consistency compound over timeThis episode is for anyone who knows their body, mind, and habits need tightening and is ready to stop negotiating with weakness.Chapters:00:00 – Intro01:42 – Why discipline matters more than motivation05:18 – How fasting entered JD’s life09:44 – Intermittent fasting vs 24-hour fasts15:06 – Mental clarity, focus & productivity20:11 – Discipline, freedom & self-control25:03 – Why most people fail with nutrition29:18 – Structuring life around strength33:40 – Final message & challengeFollow Me:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jd_denham_fitFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/people/JD-Denham/61563578940850/Fitness & Diet Coaching: https://www.jddenhamfit.comIntro Music: Pennywise – Let Us Hear Your Voice

In this episode of The Iron Perspective, JD Denham shares how one conversation and the right mentor changed the entire trajectory of his life. From sobriety to entrepreneurship to leadership, this episode dives deep into how the people you surround yourself with shape who you become.From masterminds, mindset shifts, and choosing the right men, to losing friends, finding purpose, and learning to think bigger, JD breaks down the real story behind how he went from a mortgage banker to running multiple companies and now recording in his brand-new podcast studio.He unpacks:• The moment a mentor lit a fire in him• How surrounding yourself with the right men changes your entire future• Why most people never rise and how to break out of small thinking• The truth about growth, action, and work ethic• Why God honors integrity, boldness, and disciplineThis episode is pure fuel for anyone who knows they’re capable of more but needs the spark to start.Chapters:00:00 – Intro00:37 – First episode in the new studio01:24 – The power of surrounding yourself with the right people03:18 – Mentors who change your trajectory08:14 – How one conversation lit a fire in JD12:50 – What successful people really do16:22 – Starting multiple businesses20:48 – The mindset behind growth24:55 – Why most people stay small28:40 – Faith, integrity & God’s hand in the journey32:11 – Final message to the listenersFollow Me:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jd_denham_fitFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/people/JD-Denham/61563578940850/Fitness & Diet Coaching: https://www.jddenhamfit.comIntro Music: Pennywise – Let Us Hear Your Voice

In this episode of The Iron Perspective, JD Denham pulls back the curtain on the discipline, routines, and mindset that transformed his life from broken addiction to becoming a deeply grounded, structured, successful man. From the habits that saved his sobriety to the daily systems that built a multimillion-dollar company, this episode dives deep into what it truly takes to rebuild yourself from the ground up.JD breaks down the routines that anchor his life, the non-negotiable disciplines that keep him sober, why morning structure matters more than motivation, and how anyone — anyone — can start cultivating a stronger, more intentional version of themselves. He shares raw stories, powerful mindset shifts, and the step-by-step process he used to rebuild his life, his body, his faith, and his confidence.Follow Me:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jd_denham_fitFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/people/JD-Denham/61563578940850/Peptides: https://www.warrior-makers.comFitness & Diet: https://www.jddenhamfit.comIntro Music: Pennywise – Let Us Hear Your Voice

In this episode of The Iron Perspective, JD Denham sits down with someone who knows him better than anyone his firstborn daughter, Taylor Jayde. Together, they open up about addiction, divorce, broken memories, and the slow road to healing. From JD’s years lost in drugs and alcohol to Taylor’s silent battles with anxiety, control, and childhood trauma, this episode is raw, emotional, and deeply personal.They talk openly about the impact of absent fathers, the weight of being caught in the middle of a toxic divorce, and the long-term scars that children carry into adulthood. But they also talk about redemption. Growth. Forgiveness. And the miracle of healing both as individuals and as a family.If you grew up in dysfunction…If you’re a parent trying to undo the damage of your past…Or if you just need proof that broken things can still be made beautiful—this one is for you.Your past may explain you, but it doesn’t define you.Grace changes everything.Follow Me: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jd_denham_fitFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/people/JD-Denham/61563578940850/My Peptides Website: https://www.warrior-makers.com/My Fitness & Diet Website: https://www.jddenhamfit.com/---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Intro Music: Pennywise - Let Us Hear Your Voice

In this episode of The Iron Perspective, JD Denham opens up about fatherhood, relapse, redemption, and the truth about becoming the man your family can rely on. From raising two young boys with intention, to facing the wreckage of who he used to be, this episode dives deep into what real success looks like and the brutal cost of addiction.JD shares raw stories from his past: the birth of his daughter, the early years of drug addiction, the spiral into heroin and speed, and the devastating choices that tore his life apart. He contrasts those darkest years with the father and man he has become today sober, present, disciplined, and determined to build a legacy his children can be proud of.Chapters:00:00 – Fatherhood, Chaos & Presence07:15 – The Moment That Redefined Success14:50 – Meeting His Daughter & Feeling True Love20:42 – The Spiral Into Addiction27:00 – The Darkest Decisions of Active Drug Use31:55 – What Actually Keeps People Sober36:40 – Making Amends & Becoming a Man of Honor38:30 – Final Message: You Are a WarriorFollow Me:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jd_denham_fitFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/people/JD-Denham/61563578940850/Peptides: https://www.warrior-makers.comFitness & Diet Coaching: https://www.jddenhamfit.com

In this episode of The Iron Perspective, JD Denham sits down with Dave Puhky coach, black belt, former gym owner, and relentless advocate for personal accountability. JD and Dave break down what it means to set your own standard, rebuild your identity, and become the man you always knew you were capable of being.From growing up in chaos and self-destruction to building discipline through martial arts, mentorship, and faith, Dave shares how trauma and pain became the catalyst for purpose. Together, JD and Dave talk authenticity, leadership, sobriety, community, and why most men fail not because they lack potential, but because they refuse to keep the promises they make to themselves.This conversation is for the men who know they’re built for more and are ready to prove it.Chapters:00:00 – Law of Attraction & How They Connected01:45 – Who Is Dave Today?04:12 – Childhood Trauma & Identity Collapse08:41 – Addiction, Chaos & Crashing Hard12:33 – Martial Arts, Discipline & Rebuilding16:20 – Success, Resentment & Losing Friends20:48 – The Cost of Elevation & Rising Alone25:15 – Setting Standards & Keeping Promises29:44 – Morning Discipline & Self-Respect34:01 – Community, Brotherhood & Alignment38:17 – Great Men Help Other Men SucceedFollow Dave:https://www.instagram.com/davepuhkyFollow JD:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jd_denham_fitFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/people/JD-Denham/61563578940850/Peptides: https://www.warrior-makers.comFitness & Diet Coaching: https://www.jddenhamfit.com

In this episode of The Iron Perspective, JD Denham sits down with Chris, a faith-driven mentor and creator behind Chris Reignites, to dive deep into addiction, masculinity, faith, and redemption. From burning his life to the ground to rebuilding it through God, discipline, and truth, this conversation is a raw look at what real manhood and spiritual leadership mean in today’s world.JD and Chris discuss the dangers of passivity in modern men, the decay of traditional masculinity, and how society’s redefinition of strength has left a generation lost. Chris opens up about his meth addiction, homelessness, failed marriage, and a near-suicide attempt—only to find his way back through faith and purpose. Together, they unpack the collapse of family structure, the importance of male mentorship, and why men must be both dangerous and disciplined to protect, provide, and lead.This episode hits on the uncomfortable truths about what’s gone wrong with men today and what it takes to rise back up. From fatherhood to faith, it’s a conversation about rebuilding from nothing, reclaiming responsibility, and living in alignment with God’s order.Chapters:00:00 – The Power of Thought & Law of Attraction02:01 – Who Is Chris Today05:10 – Burning It All Down09:30 – The Moment God Stepped In12:00 – Addiction, Chaos & the Search for Truth15:15 – Redefining Masculinity19:45 – Living in God’s Order22:30 – The Fall of Manhood in Society30:20 – Standing Firm in a Weak World38:00 – Fitness, Faith & Discipline44:00 – Gratitude, Perspective & Peace50:45 – Helping Other Men SucceedFollow Chris:Instagram: @chrisreignitesWebsite: https://chrisgregorymentor.comFollow Me:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jd_denham_fitFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/people/JD-Denham/61563578940850/Fitness & Diet: https://www.jddenhamfit.comIntro Music: Pennywise – Let Us Hear Your Voice

In this episode of The Iron Perspective, JD Denham sits down with Chris, a faith-driven mentor and creator behind Chris Reignites, to dive deep into addiction, masculinity, faith, and redemption. From burning his life to the ground to rebuilding it through God, discipline, and truth, this conversation is a raw look at what real manhood and spiritual leadership mean in today’s world.JD and Chris discuss the dangers of passivity in modern men, the decay of traditional masculinity, and how society’s redefinition of strength has left a generation lost. Chris opens up about his meth addiction, homelessness, failed marriage, and a near-suicide attempt—only to find his way back through faith and purpose. Together, they unpack the collapse of family structure, the importance of male mentorship, and why men must be both dangerous and disciplined to protect, provide, and lead.This episode hits on the uncomfortable truths about what’s gone wrong with men today and what it takes to rise back up. From fatherhood to faith, it’s a conversation about rebuilding from nothing, reclaiming responsibility, and living in alignment with God’s order.Chapters:00:00 – The Power of Thought & Law of Attraction02:01 – Who Is Chris Today05:10 – Burning It All Down09:30 – The Moment God Stepped In12:00 – Addiction, Chaos & the Search for Truth15:15 – Redefining Masculinity19:45 – Living in God’s Order22:30 – The Fall of Manhood in Society30:20 – Standing Firm in a Weak World38:00 – Fitness, Faith & Discipline44:00 – Gratitude, Perspective & Peace50:45 – Helping Other Men SucceedFollow Chris:Instagram: @chrisreignitesWebsite: https://chrisgregorymentor.comFollow Me:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jd_denham_fitFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/people/JD-Denham/61563578940850/Fitness & Diet: https://www.jddenhamfit.comIntro Music: Pennywise – Let Us Hear Your Voice

In this episode of The Iron Perspective, JD Denham confronts the dark side of sobriety the part most people never talk about. After nearly 15 years clean, JD has witnessed the heartbreaking truth: many get sober… but few stay sober. He opens up about the friends he’s lost, the funerals he’s attended, and the men who were “on fire” for recovery only to go back out one time and never return.From the power of early discipline to the danger of drifting away from meetings, mentors, and integrity JD lays out exactly why staying sober requires the same effort that got you sober in the first place. This episode is a wake-up call and a warning for anyone fighting addiction or supporting someone who is.Addiction is always waiting. But so is redemption if you keep doing the work.Chapters:00:00 – Time Moves Fast & Sobriety Perspective02:01 – “Why Can’t I Drink Like Everyone Else?”07:44 – The Early Wins & The Third Step Drop-Off12:09 – The Dark Side: When People Don’t Come Back17:22 – Story #1: A Brother Lost to Fentanyl25:30 – God’s Protection & “Paying the Tab”29:12 – Story #2: A Father’s Worst Phone Call37:40 – The Disease Never Stops Chasing43:11 – Promises, Blessings & Purpose47:25 – Most Don’t Make It — Why Some Do52:09 – Integrity, Meetings & Staying in the Light56:48 – Final Message: Keep Doing the WorkFollow JD:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jd_denham_fitFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/people/JD-Denham/61563578940850/Peptides: https://www.warrior-makers.comFitness & Diet: https://www.jddenhamfit.comIntro Music: Pennywise – Let Us Hear Your Voice

Raising WarriorsIn this episode of The Iron Perspective, JD Denham sits down with Elan and his son, Mike a father-and-son duo from Gracie Barra Costa Mesa for an authentic talk about discipline, manhood, and the power of martial arts to shape strong families. From Elan’s journey into jiu-jitsu to Mike’s perspective as a 20-year-old entrepreneur raised under old-school values, this conversation dives into faith, family, and the lessons that define men of integrity.They discuss what’s missing in modern masculinity, how jiu-jitsu builds humility and confidence, and why parenting with presence and discipline matters more than ever. From fatherhood and mentorship to social media, depression, and detachment in today’s youth, this episode challenges listeners to rise up to lead, to teach, and to live by example.Chapters:00:00 – The State of Masculinity in Today’s World02:31 – Father & Son: Elan and Mike Join the Show06:48 – Lessons from Jiu-Jitsu: Humility, Discipline & Confidence11:32 – Fathers, Boundaries & The Missing Masculine Role15:34 – Coaching the Strong and the Timid20:28 – Jiu-Jitsu vs. Traditional Sports: Confidence That Lasts23:32 – The Father-Son Bond & Lessons That Stick28:13 – The Lost Art of Manhood in a Modern World31:31 – Social Media, Disconnection & The Decline of Real Interaction37:32 – Teaching Respect: Eye Contact, Handshakes & Character40:28 – The Role of Mentorship & Molding Young Men44:19 – Influences, Fathers & Learning from Giants54:44 – Marriage, Parenting & Building a Family That Lasts1:00:16 – Great Men Help Other Men SucceedFollow JD:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jd_denham_fitFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/people/JD-Denham/61563578940850/Peptides: https://www.warrior-makers.comFitness & Diet: https://www.jddenhamfit.comFollow Elan & Mike:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gbcostamesaWebsite: https://www.gbcostamesa.com/Intro Music: Pennywise – Let Us Hear Your Voice

In this episode of The Iron Perspective, JD Denham confronts the dark side of sobriety the part most people never talk about. After nearly 15 years clean, JD has witnessed the heartbreaking truth: many get sober… but few stay sober. He opens up about the friends he’s lost, the funerals he’s attended, and the men who were “on fire” for recovery only to go back out one time and never return.From the power of early discipline to the danger of drifting away from meetings, mentors, and integrity JD lays out exactly why staying sober requires the same effort that got you sober in the first place. This episode is a wake-up call and a warning for anyone fighting addiction or supporting someone who is.Addiction is always waiting. But so is redemption if you keep doing the work.Chapters:00:00 – Time Moves Fast & Sobriety Perspective02:01 – “Why Can’t I Drink Like Everyone Else?”07:44 – The Early Wins & The Third Step Drop-Off12:09 – The Dark Side: When People Don’t Come Back17:22 – Story #1: A Brother Lost to Fentanyl25:30 – God’s Protection & “Paying the Tab”29:12 – Story #2: A Father’s Worst Phone Call37:40 – The Disease Never Stops Chasing43:11 – Promises, Blessings & Purpose47:25 – Most Don’t Make It — Why Some Do52:09 – Integrity, Meetings & Staying in the Light56:48 – Final Message: Keep Doing the WorkFollow JD:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jd_denham_fitFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/people/JD-Denham/61563578940850/Peptides: https://www.warrior-makers.comFitness & Diet: https://www.jddenhamfit.comIntro Music: Pennywise – Let Us Hear Your Voice

Raising WarriorsIn this episode of The Iron Perspective, JD Denham sits down with Elan and his son, Mike a father-and-son duo from Gracie Barra Costa Mesa for an authentic talk about discipline, manhood, and the power of martial arts to shape strong families. From Elan’s journey into jiu-jitsu to Mike’s perspective as a 20-year-old entrepreneur raised under old-school values, this conversation dives into faith, family, and the lessons that define men of integrity.They discuss what’s missing in modern masculinity, how jiu-jitsu builds humility and confidence, and why parenting with presence and discipline matters more than ever. From fatherhood and mentorship to social media, depression, and detachment in today’s youth, this episode challenges listeners to rise up to lead, to teach, and to live by example.Chapters:00:00 – The State of Masculinity in Today’s World02:31 – Father & Son: Elan and Mike Join the Show06:48 – Lessons from Jiu-Jitsu: Humility, Discipline & Confidence11:32 – Fathers, Boundaries & The Missing Masculine Role15:34 – Coaching the Strong and the Timid20:28 – Jiu-Jitsu vs. Traditional Sports: Confidence That Lasts23:32 – The Father-Son Bond & Lessons That Stick28:13 – The Lost Art of Manhood in a Modern World31:31 – Social Media, Disconnection & The Decline of Real Interaction37:32 – Teaching Respect: Eye Contact, Handshakes & Character40:28 – The Role of Mentorship & Molding Young Men44:19 – Influences, Fathers & Learning from Giants54:44 – Marriage, Parenting & Building a Family That Lasts1:00:16 – Great Men Help Other Men SucceedFollow JD:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jd_denham_fitFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/people/JD-Denham/61563578940850/Peptides: https://www.warrior-makers.comFitness & Diet: https://www.jddenhamfit.comFollow Elan & Mike:Gracie Barra Costa Mesa: https://www.instagram.com/gbcostamesaIntro Music: Pennywise – Let Us Hear Your Voice

In this episode of The Iron Perspective, JD Denham brings on his wife, Alyssa, for an open and heartfelt conversation about marriage, motherhood, faith, and what it means to live in God’s order. Together, they break down the roles of men and women, the value of strong families, and why respect, communication, and purpose are at the foundation of a lasting relationship.JD and Alyssa share how they balance faith, fitness, parenting, and marriage through chaos and grace from sleepless nights with their boys to building a home centered on love and integrity. They dive into the challenges of modern society, why men must lead and women must feel safe to thrive, and how staying aligned with Biblical truth brings peace to the home.From their stance on homeschooling and vaccines to the importance of self-discipline, attraction, and gratitude, this is a raw look into a marriage built on faith, teamwork, and mutual respect.Chapters:00:00 – Welcome Back: JD & Alyssa Join Forces04:22 – Behind Every Good Man Is a Great Woman10:17 – The Role of Women & The Power of Presence17:09 – Stay-at-Home Moms: The Hardest Job in the World24:16 – Masculinity, Leadership & Safe Femininity31:22 – Modern Marriage: Faith, Fitness & Family38:11 – Society’s Shift: What’s Out of God’s Order45:03 – Homeschooling, Health & Raising Free Thinkers52:19 – Motherhood, Chaos & Gratitude59:40 – The Pain We Carry & Spiritual Battles1:07:55 – Respect, Attraction & Staying Connected1:15:43 – Manifestation, Growth & Building a Strong MarriageFollow JD:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jd_denham_fitFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/people/JD-Denham/61563578940850/Peptides: https://www.warrior-makers.comFitness & Diet: https://www.jddenhamfit.comFollow Alyssa:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/alyssadenhamIntro Music: Pennywise – Let Us Hear Your Voice

In this episode of The Iron Perspective, JD Denham reflects on his journey two weeks post-surgery, stepping back into the gym for the first time and sharing how unexpected opportunities like hyperbaric therapy and blood detox sped up his healing. But the heart of this episode isn’t recovery from surgery it’s recovery from addiction. JD takes us deep into his early days of sobriety: walking into sober living with nothing but a laundry basket, meeting the sponsor who changed his life, and learning through discipline, humility, and integrity what it really takes to stay sober for 15 years.From two-hour bus rides to work, to being humbled by the court system, to learning that great men help other men succeed, JD shares the timeless lessons passed down to him that continue to shape his life today. This is a story about doing the hard things, paying the tab every day, and living by a code that yields promises and blessings.Chapters:00:00 – Back in the Gym: Healing Fast Post-Surgery04:20 – Hyperbaric Therapy, Detox & Unexpected Blessings09:12 – Returning to Sobriety: Why the Foundation Matters14:25 – Meeting Darko: The Sponsor Who Changed Everything21:17 – Early Lessons: Skating Miles for Step Work27:41 – Bus Rides, Humility & Learning to Take the Hard Road33:55 – Facing Court with Integrity & Watching God Move41:22 – Building Character Through Work & Discipline48:10 – Great Men Help Other Men Succeed54:09 – Integrity, Service & Living by a Moral Compass1:00:30 – Elevators Up: From Addict to Leading a Mortgage Company1:07:45 – Blessings of Sobriety & The Power of Saying YesFollow JD:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jd_denham_fitFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/people/JD-Denham/61563578940850/Peptides: https://www.warrior-makers.comFitness & Diet: https://www.jddenhamfit.comIntro Music: Pennywise – Let Us Hear Your Voice

In this episode of The Iron Perspective, JD Denham sits back down with Adam Allred for a raw conversation on masculinity, faith, and the state of our culture. From viral tragedies that expose the weakness of modern men, to the attack on free speech, to building discipline through morning routines, JD and Adam unpack why men must reclaim their role as protectors, leaders, and men of integrity.This dialogue hits on spiritual warfare, self-respect, marriage, brotherhood, and how to leave a legacy that matters. Packed with perspective and practical steps, this is a call for men everywhere to stand back up and lead.Chapters:00:00 – Intro: Why This Conversation Matters01:13 – Adam Returns: The Unwoke Story & Purpose05:21 – The Bus Stabbing: Why Society Stood Still08:15 – Free Speech Under Attack: The Charlie Kirk Assassination12:16 – The Root Problem: Attacks on Masculinity & Family19:04 – Fasting, Legacy & Facing Spiritual Battles23:20 – A Call to Men: Grab the Flag & Lead Boldly31:21 – The Morning Routine: Building Discipline That Lasts37:05 – Spiritual Warfare: Recognizing the Enemy’s Subtle Attacks43:08 – Self-Respect & Marriage: Why Women Follow Strong Men51:53 – Stacking Wins: How Small Habits Create Big Change1:03:52 – Brotherhood & Accountability: Why Every Man Needs a TribeFollow JD:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jd_denham_fitFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/people/JD-Denham/61563578940850/Peptides: https://www.warrior-makers.comFitness & Diet: https://www.jddenhamfit.comFollow Adam:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/adamallredofficial/Community: https://www.dghboy.comIntro Music: Pennywise – Let Us Hear Your Voice

In this episode of The Iron Perspective, JD Denham returns to the mic just five days after back surgery to share the story of how a mortgage banker became the co-founder of Warrior Makers, a thriving peptide company. What began with his wife’s relapse, a Monday night AA meeting, and sponsoring men during COVID eventually sparked into a new mission combining sobriety, faith, fitness, and business. From discovering BPC-157 for tendonitis to growing a fitness channel with 300k+ followers to moving from a garage operation into a 3,000 sq ft warehouse, JD breaks down how God knows what He’s doing every step of the way.Chapters:Back Surgery & The Show Goes OnGod Knows What He’s DoingFrom Mortgage Banker to Fitness ChannelThe Monday Night Meeting That Changed EverythingSponsorship, Sobriety & BrotherhoodFirst Peptide Experience: BPC-157Fitness Channel Growth & Calling Men HigherHormones, TRT & Men’s HealthPartnering with Will & Launching Warrior MakersFrom Garage Startup to Warehouse SuccessIntegrity, Faith & God’s BlessingFollow Me:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jd_denham_fitFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/people/JD-Denham/61563578940850/Peptides: https://www.warrior-makers.comFitness & Diet: https://www.jddenhamfit.comIntro Music: Pennywise – Let Us Hear Your Voice

In this episode of The Iron Perspective, JD Denham shares a raw update ahead of his fourth back surgery why the last two months have been brutal, how a younger, conservative surgeon changed the plan, and what it means to finally be two days from relief. From there, JD opens a powerful “God shot” chapter of his sobriety: the season he was on disability after a fusion, how that made space to drive his sponsor Darko to chemo, and what serving in Darko’s weakest hour taught him about integrity, character, and purpose. This is about pain, providence, and paying the gift forward.Chapters:00:00 Journey Through Pain and Healing10:28 Lessons from Darko: A Mentor's Influence18:05 Facing Cancer: A Personal Experience24:48 The Power of Helping Others30:34 A New Direction: Fitness and PurposeFollow Me:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jd_denham_fitFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/people/JD-Denham/61563578940850/Peptides: https://www.warrior-makers.comFitness & Diet: https://www.jddenhamfit.comIntro Music: Pennywise – Let Us Hear Your Voice

In this episode of The Iron Perspective, JD Denham lays it all out why he’s been battling brutal back pain (ER visit and all), and how that fight led him to revisit the full arc of his story: from a first drink in high school to opioids, Oxy, heroin, and speed then the moment God broke through, the day he chose sobriety (Jan 18, 2011), and the mentor who forged his code: great men help other men succeed.JD walks through the wreckage and the rebuild sober living with nothing but a laundry basket, finding a sponsor who demanded discipline, and the daily habits that keep him grounded. This is a blueprint for anyone clawing their way back: do the hard things, serve others, and become the man your family can run to.Chapters:00:00 – Introduction & Personal Struggles02:50 – The Pain: ER Night & Next Steps06:11 – Why the Show Goes On09:04 – From First Drink to Last Man Standing11:52 – Sports, Injury & The Party Spiral14:47 – Vicodin → Oxy → Heroin → Speed17:43 – Divorce, Isolation & The Bottom21:04 – A Night of Fear—and a Prayer23:51 – The Woman in the Parking Lot27:00 – January 18, 2011: Day One29:51 – Laundry Basket & Sober Living33:12 – Meeting Darko: Discipline & Duty36:07 – Great Men Help Other Men Succeed39:05 – Lessons Learned & Moving Forward41:53 – Giving Back and Helping OthersFollow Me:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jd_denham_fitFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/people/JD-Denham/61563578940850/Peptides: https://www.warrior-makers.comFitness & Diet: https://www.jddenhamfit.comIntro Music: Pennywise – Let Us Hear Your Voice

In this episode of The Iron Perspective, JD Denham sits down with the man who raised him his father, Randy Denham for a brutally honest, emotional conversation about fatherhood, legacy, addiction, and redemption.From growing up in a home for abused children to becoming a heroin addict, JD shares what it was like to spiral into darkness while his dad watched from the sidelines praying, hoping, and holding the line. But this isn’t just about pain it’s about the power of hope, tough love, and generational impact.Randy opens up about running children's homes, leading with integrity, and the moment he had to cut his son off not out of anger, but out of love. Together, they walk through the moment JD called home to get sober and how that decision led to the life he has today.This is more than a podcast.It’s a blueprint for fathers.A message to addicts.And a testament to what happens when men lead with truth, strength, and grace.Chapters:00:00 - Intro & Opening Message00:29 - Family Life & Recent Struggles01:18 - Introducing My Father02:26 - Memories of Dad & Early Lessons04:46 - A Life of Service: Helping Abused Kids13:04 - The Call to Purpose16:05 - Facing Evil: The Reality of Child Abuse19:12 - Legacy Through Love & Faith21:19 - Watching Me Fall: A Father’s Pain26:22 - Tough Love & Letting Go30:08 - Rock Bottom & Crying Out to God32:52 - A Divine Encounter34:05 - The Call Home35:56 - Starting Over: The Road to Sobriety38:01 - Hope, Redemption & Purpose44:42 - Leading by Example as a Father47:31 - Final Reflections & A Legacy of Strength48:39 - Outro & Closing SongFollow Me: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jd_denham_fitFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/people/JD-Denham/61563578940850/My Peptides Website: https://www.warrior-makers.com/My Fitness & Diet Website: https://www.jddenhamfit.com/---------------------------------------------------------------------Intro Music: Pennywise - Let Us Hear Your Voice