Faith was never meant to be boring, predictable, or safe.
The Aggressive Life is a faith podcast for people who want more than the usual answers. Author, adventurer, and pastor Brian Tome brings an honest, gritty, and sometimes unexpected take on following God in the real world. One week he might unpack what the Bible actually says about a question you’ve wrestled with. The next, he might tell a story from an adventure gone sideways, answer questions he wasn’t prepared for, or sit down with someone doing something remarkable.
You never quite know where the conversation will go, but it will be real, useful, and rooted in a faith that demands action.
Faith isn’t something you just believe. It’s something you live.
Episode 31: Mark Burnett—Producer of Survivor & Shark Tank
May 12, 2020
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He became a household name with Survivor, practically creating an entire genre of television. He followed that up with hits like Shark Tank, The Bible, and a new Netflix mini-series, Messiah. But there's more to Mark Burnett than just good television. From household servant in Beverly Hills to Chairman of MGM Television Group, he's an inspiring man propelled forward by aggressive moves.
COVID Frontline: Dr. Kevin Joseph — Chief Medical Officer, TriHealth
Apr 28, 2020
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Medical professionals are the true heroes of the coronavirus pandemic. Brian is joined by Dr. Kevin Joseph, a former ER doctor and current Senior Vice President and Chief Medical Officer of TriHealth, for a no-holds barred conversation around what it's like to practice medicine during a pandemic, the path to a vaccine, and the secret to staying healthy.
COVID Frontline: P.G. Sittenfeld—Cincinnati City Council
Apr 21, 2020
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Our fight against coronavirus is a war with multiple fronts. The first in a series of three conversations with people engaging this crisis head on, Brian is joined by Cincinnati City Councilman, P.G. Sittenfeld. The pair have an honest and enlightening conversation around stay-at-home-orders, the economic ramifications of crisis, and a timeline for getting back to normal.
Using Crisis To Heal
Apr 14, 2020
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What if history remembered the COVID-19 crisis as a time of healing? Andrew Hanauer believes, with a little intentionality on our parts, that just might be the case. The President and CEO of One America Movement joins Brian for a hope-filled and practical conversation on how we can use this crisis to bridge division in our nation and neighborhoods.
Fitness Under Quarantine
Apr 07, 2020
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COVID-19 has closed gyms and forced millions of people into month long quarantines. But now is not the time to just park it on the couch. You still need to sweat. You still need to build muscle. You still need to work out. Your physical health depends on it, but so does your mental, emotional and even spiritual strength. Brian sits down with a highly sought-after personal trainer for a conversation around how you can stay fit while under quarantine.
The Passive Life with Brian Tome
Apr 01, 2020
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We've all been working a bit too hard. Aggression? It's for the birds. A life of meaning and transcendence is coming your way—be patient; hit the easy button; let go and let God. This is The Passive Life.
Sex, Quarantine, and COVID-19
Mar 31, 2020
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With states across the nation implementing stay-at-home orders to combat the spread of the coronavirus, it's likely you find yourself with extra time to spend with your spouse. With advice from Emma Schmidt, head of Cincinnati's only group therapy practice for sex and relationships, you just might spend that time wisely.
Episode 30: Brian Head Welch—Korn
Mar 24, 2020
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In the mid 90's, Korn took the world by storm. But superstardom came with a heavy price. Battling addiction and struggling as a single father, guitarist Brian Head Welch began taking steps toward faith, steps which eventually led him away from the band and a $25 million recording contract. And that's just the beginning of the story. This interview with rock and roll royalty is a must-hear. Are you ready?!
Coronavirus Special—Instagram Q&A
Mar 17, 2020
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The coronavirus crisis is dominating our national conversation, but you don't have to face it alone. In this special bonus episode, Brian answers listener submitted questions about panic, fear, isolation... and the best way to cook Brussels sprouts.
Episode 29: Chuck Mingo—UNDIVIDED
Mar 10, 2020
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Despite being a half-century out from the civil rights movement, a recent study found that 58% of all adults in America believe race relations are "generally bad." Pastor and leader, Chuck Mingo, isn't taking those numbers in stride. Through an initiative he created, Chuck is aggressively getting people out of their racial silos and into life-changing relationships.
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