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Chad sits down with our resident fitness expert and guru, Rob Conatser, to explore the world where sports, fitness, and life lessons collide. They hit some of the most pressing questions facing athletes and parents today like, Are we putting our sports heroes on too high a pedestal? Is greatness in sports something we’re born with, or can we train our way to the top? How can young athletes set realistic expectations without losing their love for the game? Rob shares insights on helping parents balance their children’s big dreams—like playing at the D1 level—while managing the fears and pressures that come with competitive sports. They also discuss how athletics builds a strong foundation for kids, shaping their character far beyond the field or court. The guys take a look at fairness in professional sports and business, questioning what we value most in our champions. This episode is full of valuable lessons and thought-provoking perspectives on the world of sports and fitness. Stay healthy, Stay fit! We hope you enjoy! This episode is brought to you by Jack Daniel’s Tennessee Sour Mash Whiskey, Bad Boy Mowers, Sierra Strength and Speed, Oakley Sunglasses, Corning Ford, The Provider Culinary, Napa Valley Olive Oil, Mickey Thompson Tires, LEER Toppers, Buck n Bull Feeds, KERSHAW Knives, and The Nashville Palace.
As Americans head to the polls today, let’s pause and consider what’s really at stake. Are we truly seeing what’s going on around us? From freedom of speech under fire to outright lies being told, the choices we make today could set the course for years to come. We’re diving deep into the policies, the mirrors of fascism, and the looming questions around election integrity and truth. We love America, and we know you do too! Enjoy this special episode and please make sure you get out and cast your vote! This episode is brought to you by Jack Daniel’s Tennessee Sour Mash Whiskey, ZLINE, American Almond Beef, Bad Boy Mowers, The Provider, Napa Valley Olive Oil, DemerBox, Mickey Thompson Tires, OAKLEY Sunglasses, Corning Ford, and Nashville Palace!
America, it's time to cast your vote! The race to the 47th Presidency is this week, and this episode digs deep into the questions everyone’s asking but no one’s answering. Chad welcomes Brett Fritz back to the studio for a no-holds-barred discussion on politics, elections, and the truths hiding in plain sight. Why does support for Trump seem to spark hatred? Is there any truth to claims about pets, deceased individuals, and illegals registering to vote? And what really happened in the 2020 election? From rumors of falsified voter numbers in the NFL to cancel culture, where endorsing the "wrong side" could mean saying goodbye to favorite artists— and, should we say goodbye? This episode peels back the layers in a way you won't hear anywhere else. Get ready to question everything. This episode is brought to you by Jack Daniel’s Tennessee Sour Mash Whiskey, American Almond Beef, Bad Boy Mowers, The Provider, Napa Valley Olive Oil, DemerBox, Mickey Thompson Tires, OAKLEY Sunglasses, Corning Ford, and Nashville Palace!
It’s getting political at the TLAFE table! No matter where you stand, there’s a seat here for honest discussion. In a time when it feels hard to discuss politics and policy, Chad, Kendra, and Joey dive in to get closer to the truth that keeps America strong. Today’s topics range from the controversy over age gaps in dating to the charged narratives around Republicans and Democrats. Why are conservatives often labeled as hateful, and what impact does this have on open dialogue? They unpack the resistance many feel to embracing a conservative mindset, even when they share those values, and ask: is the division as real as it seems, or just a tactic? They talk cancel culture, explore real solutions for Washoe County, and highlight the urgent need for mental health investment. Let’s talk facts over feelings and leaders who deliver results over popularity! We hope you enjoy it! This episode is brought to you by Travel Nevada, Jack Daniel’s, Bad Boy Mowers, The Provider Culinary, Caesar’s Resorts, The ROW Reno, Tamarack Bar and Casino, Oakley Sunglasses, Napa Valley Olive Oil, Mickey Thompson Tires, LEER Toppers, and The Scoreboard Nashville.
Get your tin foil hats and pour a glass of jack, we're back with Mr. Brett Fritz for part two of the conspiracy theories episodes! From the Illuminati to who you can and can't trust, Brett has an answer for it all! These episodes are always a huge hit and we love having Brett on the show. We hope you enjoy another mind-bender! This episode is brought to you by Jack Daniel’s Tennessee Sour Mash Whiskey, Bad Boy Mowers, Sierra Strength and Speed, The Provider Culinary, Napa Valley Olive Oil, Oakley Sunglasses, BO 3.0 Hydration, Corning Ford, BedSlide, Mickey Thompson Tires, Liberty Heritage Apparel, GATR Coolers and Drinkware, Z-Line Appliances, and Jack Link’s Protein Snacks.
It’s time to talk conspiracies!! But are they conspiracies or are they the truth? The Illuminati, the Kabal, the powers that be, the people who control everything, trafficking, Bengazi, treason, election cheating, the border, the hurricanes, our guest today covers it all! Brett Fritz is back in the house and ready to shake trees with the information he drops. Chad and Brett talk about the upcoming federal election, which is now approaching fast! Donald Trump’s messages - are they getting through? Are there Democrats who will vote for Donald Trump with everything that’s come out from the other side? We’ve been chasing down the truth so you don’t have to do the leg work! Sit back, pour a glass of Jack, and listen in! This episode is brought to you by Jack Daniel’s Tennesse Whiskey, Bad Boy Mowers, The Provider Culinary, Caesar’s Resorts, Jack Links, Cowboy’s Choice feeds, Oakley Sunglasses, Napa Valley Olive Oil, Mickey Thompson Tires, LEER Toppers, and The Scoreboard Nashville.
E457 - Lets Go Kansas City! with MLB's, Drew Beam by Chad Belding
The Silver State Sessions are back and we have a good one, a funny one, an interesting one, yeah all of that! We have been friends with the great Jerry Reynolds for over 15 years now, and it just keeps getting better. Jerry played professional football for the New York Giants and Dallas Cowboys after a strong college career at UNLV in Las Vegas. Then he went on to build a very successful business in the construction/consulting industry in his hometown of Vegas! Jerry is a true American success story and he has lived the American Dream! He’s a son, a father, a husband, an entrepreneur, a former professional athlete, and just a quality top-shelf human being! We are honored to call Jerry a friend and to have him in the studio for another great episode of This Life Ain’t For Everybody Silver State Sessions! This episode is brought to you by Travel Nevada. Jack Daniel’s Tennessee Sour Mash Whiskey, Bad Boy Mowers, LEER Toppers, Napa Valley Olive Oil, Joey Gilbert Law, The Provider Culinary, Mickey Thompson Tires, RIGID LED Lights, Oakley Sunglasses, and KERSHAW Knives.
We are back with another episode of the RESISTOL Round-Up and we are joined by one of the most iconic voices in professional rodeo history! Bob Tallman is a PRCA Rodeo Hall of Fame Announcer and it is so well deserved. From his epic voice to his prayers to his respect for our military to his obedience to the Lord to his dedication to America, Bob says it all in each and every performance! In fact, Chad admits that one of the reasons he goes to the Reno Rodeo several nights every year is just to hear Bob talk! Bob and Chad have a strong discussion in store for you and we hope you enjoy! This episode is brought to you by RESISTOL Cowboy Hats, Jack Daniel’s Tennessee Sour Mash Whiskey, Bad Boy Mowers, Cactus Ropes, Cowboy Choice Horse Feed, Buck n Bull Feeds, Corning Ford, The Nashville Palace, Mickey Thompson Tires, DemerBox, PECOS Outdoor, GATR Coolers, and Liberty Heritage Apparel!
Home means Nevada…..yes it does….But we aren’t afraid to discuss all of the bad and all of the good! We want to keep Nevada on track as a leader in tourism and destinations for the people of the world! Chad is once again joined by the State of Nevada, Lt. Governor Stavros Anthony, to lay out the plan for Nevada’s future! From policy to the people, this man covers it all and he’s not afraid to put on thousands of miles to visit every part of our great state! Chad is honored to work with the Lt. Governor and Travel Nevada to spread the word on everything new happening all over The Silver State! This episode is brought to you by Travel Nevada, Jack Daniel’s, Bad Boy Mowers, The Provider Culinary, Caesar’s Resorts, The ROW Reno, Tamarack Bar and Casino, Oakley Sunglasses, Napa Valley Olive Oil, Mickey Thompson Tires, LEER Toppers, and The Scoreboard Nashville.
Let’s talk VO2! Do you know what this is? Chad wasn’t sure so it was time to have Trainer Rob back in the studio to discuss everything related to VO2, breathing, lung capacity, heart rate, recovery, and what it takes to improve all of this! We discuss the top athletes in the world who have the best VO2 including marathon runners, swimmers, boxers, MMA Fighters, Tour De France Bike Riders, and Nordic Skiers. Keeping the oxygen in your blood and being able to use your muscles throughout your body while throwing punches, doing the freestyle or backstroke, riding a bike up a slight incline, etc. All of these are ways to test your VO2, but some tests can be conducted to get you to an exact number! It’s an interesting topic and we are thankful to have Trainer Rob back on the show! This episode is brought to you by Jack Daniel’s Tennessee Sour Mash Whiskey, Bad Boy Mowers, Sierra Strength and Speed, The Provider Culinary, Napa Valley Olive Oil, Oakley Sunglasses, BO 3.0 Hydration, Corning Ford, BedSlide, Mickey Thompson Tires, Liberty Heritage Apparel, GATR Coolers and Drinkware, Z-Line Appliances, and Jack Link’s Protein Snacks.
The Gig is up and he finally did it! Did Alex get a job? A full-time job? No way, did he! Is Alex finally ready to start his new career? We have the news! And of course, we have to break down more as to; why do bars charge so much for a freaking shot of whiskey and how ridiculous some markets in different cities are becoming with food and beverage prices! Is it due to politics and our leadership and this terrible economy or is it here to stay? It’s a lot of smack Talkin’ because that’s how we do here at Breakin’ It Down! This episode is brought to you by Jack Daniel’s Tennessee Sour Mash Whiskey, Bad Boy Mowers, Napa Valley Olive Oil, The Scoreboard Nashville, LEER Toppers, Z Line Appliances, PECOS Tables, Corning ford, OAKLEY Sunglasses, rigid Lights, Traeger Grills, Mickey Thompson Tires, Liberty Heritage Apparel, and Banded Casual Wear.
Do yourself a favor and go listen to Tracy Lawrence’s entire catalog of country music gold! He is one of the best ever, and his 18 number-one hits are just part of the story! From his voice to his flare to his ability to bring a crowd to their feet, Tracy is a pure legend! We are honored to have Tracy back on the show as our DemerBox Artist of the Month! From Alibis to Time Marches On to Paint Me A Birmingham, we love everything Tracy sings! Enjoy this country music conversation! This episode is brought to you by DemerBox, Jack Daniel’s Tennessee Sour Mash Whiskey, Bad Boy Mowers, The Provider Culinary, The Nashville Palace, Mickey Thompson Tires, Corning Ford, RIGID Lights, LEER Toppers, Oakley Sunglasses, BedSlide, Napa Valley Olive Oil, and Banded Casual Wear.
We can never forget the trailblazers! It doesn’t matter if it’s athletics, military, music, or anything else, somebody came before us and paved the way! When it comes to mixed martial arts, the Iceman, Chuck Liddell, is a true OG! From his humble beginnings to his college wrestling career to his historic MMA career in the UFC and Pride, he is one of the most respected fighters and combat athletes of all time! We are honored to have Chuck back on the show! Chad goes from back to the early days to the top fights to what Chuck is doing today! Nobody can forget the blue shirt and the octagon poses after a knockout! Chuck Liddell is the man! This episode is brought to you by Jack Daniel’s Tennessee Sour Mash Whiskey, Bad Boy Mowers, Sierra Strength and Speed, Oakley Sunglasses, Corning Ford, The Provider Culinary, Napa Valley Olive Oil, Mickey Thompson Tires, LEER Toppers, Buck n Bull Feeds, KERSHAW Knives, and The Nashville Palace.
We are back and Breakin’ It Down again! Chad and Alex get to it with discussions on whether or not "funner" is a word, if weddings are fun to attend, Groundhog Day, smash burgers, and how Chad plans to become a member of the United States Pickleball team! It’s all on record and you can hear it all now! This episode is brought to you by Jack Daniel’s Tennessee Sour Mash Whiskey, Bad Boy Mowers, The Scoreboard Nashville, Oakley Sunglasses, Corning Ford, Mickey Thompson Tires, LEER Toppers, RIGID Lights, BedSlide, The Provider Culinary, Napa Valley Olive Oil, Banded casual Wear, Sierra Strength & Speed, and KERSHAW Knives.
America means the world to us and we love having the ability to work with different states across this wonderful country! Our home state of Nevada is at the top of the list for us in most instances, but we also aren’t afraid to call out any concerns we see in our home as well! That’s why we are using our podcast platform to get these messages to the masses on another new episode of Silver State Sessions right here at This Life Ain’t For Everybody! Chad is joined by good friends and long-time Nevadans, Wade Platz, and Scott Schellin, to relive good times, talk the future, and laugh a bunch! A conversation that weaves in and out of so many topics is just how we intended! This episode is brought to you by Travel Nevada, Jack Daniel’s Tennessee Sour Mash Whiskey, Caesar’s Resorts, Pinnochio’s, Nevada Payroll Services, Nevada Insurance Agency, The Provider Culinary, Oakley Sunglasses, American Almond Beef, and Cowboy Choice Horse Feed!
Engagement, influencers, social media, boat drinks, are we scared of sharks, Only Fans, diabetes, Harley rides, beach trips, and when can we go to Mexico? Chad and Alex have so much to discuss and break down, and so little time! We love this life although it’s not for everybody, and we are so honored to have you all listening to our podcast! This episode is brought to you by Jack Daniel’s Tennessee Sour Mash Whiskey, Bad Boy Mowers, PECOS Outdoor Tables, The Provider Culinary, The Nashville Palace, Cowboy Choice Horse Feed, RESISTOL Cowboy Hats, Caesar’s Palace and Resorts, Pinnochio’s Reno, Oakley Sunglasses, Banded Casual Wear, Napa Valley Olive Oil, and LEER Truck Toppers.
America let’s get behind our Olympic athletes! They are the absolute best at what they do and they are representing The United States Of America! The Olympics have started in Paris, and America has had a great showing thus far! Now it’s time for the greatest Olympic sport of all time; Wrestling! Spencer Lee is back on the show and now he is an Olympian! Spencer has been called the most dominant NCAA athlete during his wrestling career at Iowa and now he is going to bring home the gold for the U.S.A.! Spencer breaks down his training, nutrition, mindset, eagerness, attitude, teammates, and more, on this brand new episode of This Life Ain’t For Everybody! This episode is brought to you by Jack Daniel’s Tennessee Sour Mash Whiskey, Bad Boy Mowers, The Nashville Palace, Mickey Thompson Tires, Corning Ford, The Provider Culinary, Cowboy Choice Horse Feeds, Napa Valley Olive Oil, Oakley Sunglasses, Mickey Thompson Tires, RIGID Lights, Banded Workout Gear, and LEER Toppers!
It’s rodeo season! So, of course we gonna talk bucking bulls and the Jack Daniel’s tent and fights and carnivals and Bob Tallman! Then we get into Alex shaving his beard off….Finally! There is a motto that nobody wants to fight the naked guy, so is this a good tactic? Haha! Then Chad and Alex get into a business idea and Alex worries that somebody is gonna steal it! Let’s get to breakin' it down! Thank you all for the downloads! This episode is brought to you by Jack Daniel’s Tennessee Sour Mash Whiskey, Bad Boy Mowers, The Provider Culinary, American Almond Beef, Mickey Thompson Tires, Cowboy Choice Horse Feed, Corning Ford, LEER Toppers, BedSlide, Oakley Sunglasses, Traeger Grills, and The Nashville Palace.
Home means Nevada, Home means the Hills……Do you know your state song!? We sure do, being from the great state of Nevada! We love Nevada, but recently things have been going in a direction that we don’t see fit…..so we are talking about it……and doing something about it! Welcome to The Silver State Sessions! Travel Nevada brings you the sessions where each episode we will highlight Nevada! From Vegas to Reno to Tahoe to Ely to Tonopah to Winnemucca to Jackpot and everywhere in between! On this week's episode, we are joined by one of our fearless leaders of Nevada, our Lt. Governor Stavros Anthony! The Lt. Governor sits down to discuss where Nevada is now and what the future holds in economics, tourist attractions, crime and law enforcement, homeless populations, gambling, and so much more! We are honored to have the Lt. Governor on the show and this won’t be his last time! This episode is brought to you by Travel Nevada, Hack Daniel’s Whiskey, Bad Boy Mowers, The Provider Culinary, American Almond Beef, Corning Ford, Napa Valley Olive Oil, The Scoreboard Nashville, and Mickey Thompson Tires
Will Clark is a legend! A bonafide real-life baseball icon! Will "The Thrill" Clark, made baseball popular in San Francisco again when he joined the Giants in 1986! His swing is one of the sweetest of all time! His tenacity was unmatched, his dedication to his baseball craft was unparalleled, and his approach to the game was exactly how baseball is supposed to be played! We are honored to have Will on the show to talk about everything baseball - including his career, his Hall Of Fame Giants Selection, his Number 22 Giants Jersey being retired, and how he still has so much influence on modern-day players and the overall game. Now let’s grab a bat, get in the box, and talk baseball! This episode is brought to you by Jack Daniel’s Tennessee Sour Mash Whiskey, Bad Boy Mowers, Traeger Grills, American Almond Beef, Cowboy Choice Feeds, Mickey Thompson Tires, Corning Ford, Oakley Sunglasses, Marlo Farming, The Provider Culinary, Banded Casual Wear, The Nashville Palace, Liberty Heritage Apparel, LEER Toppers, and GATR Coolers!
There’s so much good that has come out of Alabama! From the outdoors to the beaches to the sports to the music to the food, Alabama is awesome! Come on, Bo Jackson is from Alabama, Jamey Johnson is from Alabama, and so is our guest on this brand new episode of DemerBox Presents This Life Ain’t For Everybody Artist of the Month! Please welcome Mr. Adam Hood! Adam is a singer-songwriter who has penned some of the best lyrics we have ever heard! From his bluesy roots to his gospel upbringing, Adam is as real as they come! Adam sits down with Chad to talk lyrics, Nashville, where country music is today and the future! We absolutely love Adam Hood’s music! We are honored to have Adam back on the show. This episode is brought to you by DemerBox, Jack Daniel’s Tennessee Whiskey, Bad Boy Mowers, The Nashville Palace, The Provider Culinary, American Almond Beef, Corning Ford, Mickey Thompson Tires, BedSlide, Napa Valley Olive Oil, Oakley Sunglasses, and Liberty Heritage Apparel.
Back to the dugout we go! We have another Ace of a guest on the mound today! Los Angeles Dodgers starting pitcher, Gavin Stone, is next up on the microphone. Gavin has proven himself at the major league level time and time again! From complete games to double-digit strikeout games to a winning record, he is a true blue Dodger to the core! Hailing from the great state of Arkansas, Gavin discusses his journey from little league to high school ball to a small college baseball program to the MLB draft to the minor leagues to the Hollywood Show! He is the prime example of what hard work can get you! So sit back, grab some peanuts and popcorn, and maybe a Jack Daniel’s Bonded high ball, and let’s play nine! This episode is brought to you by Jack Daniel’s Tennessee Sour Mash Whiskey, Bad Boy Mowers, LEER Toppers, Napa Valley Olive Oil, Oakley Sunglasses, Mickey Thompson Tires, The Nashville Palace, Corning Ford, The Walker Buehler Foundation, Hendo’s Barrel House Temecula, Liberty Heritage Apparel, The Provider Culinary, American Almond Beef, and Traeger Grills.
To make it to the major leagues is almost impossible. To stay at the major league level is even more unlikely. To be a day-to-day starter is of minuscule odds. To be a consistent offensive threat to go along with being one of the best defensive catchers in the game has rarely been done. Well, today’s guest has done all that plus being voted to the 2024 National League All-Star Team! We are honored to have the starting catcher for the Los Angeles Dodgers, Will Smith, back on the show! Will is an awesome baseball player but above all of his accomplishments on the diamond and behind the plate, he is a genuine human being! This conversation is a good one and we can’t wait to see Will hit a bomb at the 2024 MLB All-Star Game! Now let’s imagine the late great Vin Scully making the announcement, “Now stepping up to the microphone on a brand new episode of This Life Ain’t For Everybody, Number 16 for the Los Angeles Dodgers, Will Smith!” This episode is brought to you by Jack Daniel’s Tennessee Sour Mash Whiskey, Oakley Sunglasses, Corning Ford, Mickey Thompson Tires, The Nashville Palace, Hendo’s Barrel House, Napa Valley Olive Oil, LEER Toppers, BedSlide, Rigid Lights, The Provider Culinary, American Almond Beef, and Banded Workout Wear!
Take me out to the ball game! Put me in coach, I’m ready to play! Or if you’re sittin’ in the cheap seats! Pick your song about baseball and then let’s welcome one of the greatest pitchers in the game today back to the show! Walker BUTANE Buehler is back to talk about his rehab assignments, how he has prepared for his comeback to the mound, and just how good this Los Angeles Dodgers lineup is! We are honored to call Walker a good friend and so fired up to have him back on the microphone! Now let’s play ball! This episode is brought to you by Jack Daniel’s Tennessee Sour Mash Whiskey, The Nashville Palace, Oakley Sunglasses, Banded Workout Gear, Mickey Thompson Tires, Napa Valley Olive Oil, DemerBox Speaker Boxes, GATR Coolers, RIGID Lights, KERSHAW Knives, American Almond Beef, The Provider Culinary, and LEER Toppers!
There’s a lot that needs to be broken down and we have just the guys to do it for you! Chad and Alex are back with a vengeance to talk about it all and say it all! From haircuts to country music to what it means to have fun to the art of stand-up comedy and much more! High energy, lots of laughs, opinions that we may or may not be proud of, and an enthusiasm for life that can’t be measured! Let’s do this! Time for Breakin’ It Down! This episode is brought to you by Jack Daniel’s Tennessee Sour Mash Whiskey, Bad Boy Mowers, The Nashville Palace, Corning Ford, LEER Toppers, Mickey Thompson Tires, Napa Valley Olive Oil, The Provider Culinary, Travel Wisconsin, American Almond Beef, Cowboy Choice Feeds, RESISTOL Cowboy Hats, and Oakley Sunglasses!
There have been many, many great songs written over the years in all genres of music! When it comes to Americana Country Music, our guest today has written some of the best lyrics and songs of all time. Chris Knight is a lyrical genius and his songs are the soundtrack of all of our lives when you really get to the bottom of it. From his characters to his themes to his hooks to his bridges, he lures the listener in making them feel like they are living in the song! We are so honored to have the great Chris Knight as our DemerBox Artist of the Month! This episode is brought to you by DemerBox, Jack Daniel’s Tennessee Sour Mash Whiskey, Bad Boy Mowers, GATR Coolers and Drinkware, The Nashville Palace, Corning Ford, Mickey Thompson Tires, Napa Valley Olive Oil, Traeger Grills, The Provider Culinary, Cowboy Choice Feeds, and RESISTOL Cowboy Hats!
Here we go! Here we go again! Every time Chad brings up marriage, Alex tells him how dumb it is! Come on Alex! What if it’s right? Why is Crosby so against getting married to his ten-year girlfriend? The guys break this down as well as Alex accusing Chad of not knowing how to read or maybe that he never reads, whichever it is, it will get sorted out! Crosby goes on a rant about taxes and fishing licenses and government and how he just can’t wrap his arms around all of it! Laughs and more laughs and then hopefully we get some of this situated! Either way, it’s another great episode of Breakin’ It Down! Brought to you by Jack Daniel’s Tennessee Sour Mash Whiskey, Bad Boy Mowers, The Provider, LEER Toppers, Mickey Thompson Tires, Napa Valley Olive Oil, The Nashville Palace, Oakley Sunglasses, Corning Ford, BedSlide, Banded Casual Wear, Traeger Grills, and Cowboy Choice Feeds.
In this episode, Rob welcomes a good friend and fellow athletic trainer, Doug West P.H.D. Doug West is one of the staff athletic trainers at the University of Iowa with nearly 30 years of experience working with Division I athletics. Rob and Doug spend the next hour working through topics like legacy programs and teams, having athletic kids and what parents should focus on, and communicating with young athletes. They also get into some sports science as we talk about our respective areas of study and our thesis work in graduate school. Also covered are some injuries and treatment techniques, how to take care of injuries, or finding someone with the right experience to get you through your injuries. Doug and Rob have a good time discussing these topics and a couple more. We hope you find this episode as entertaining as Rob does. Thanks for listening, and please enjoy!
Alex has Chad feeling a little down with the current state of affairs. From job search to the economy to ambition to confidence to passion to losing Faith to an all-around bleak look at everything life is throwing at us, we have to figure out a way to get fired up and back on the right track. We feel this country and its leadership have a lot of Americans feeling this exact same way and one of the best cures is to talk about it - that’s exactly what Breakin’ It Down is all about! Let’s get a little cocktail of JD poured and listen in to the events taking place! This episode is brought to you by Jack Daniel’s Tennessee Sour Mash Whiskey, Bad Boy Mowers, Napa Valley Olive Oil, Corning Ford, Mickey Thompson Tires, The Provider, American Almond Beef, Oakley Sunglasses, Cowboy Choice Feeds, The Scoreboard Nashville, and Traeger Grills.
Rob welcomes his son Spencer to the show. Spencer is joining the basketball coaching world as an assistant coach. After playing Division 3 basketball, Spencer decided to go into the profession of coaching. In pursuit of this, he found a graduate assistant (GA) basketball coaching position at Vanderbilt University, a very prestigious school and a strong conference. The SEC conference has some of the best athletes, coaches and facilities in the world. The GA position is a 2-year position where you get to learn all the ins and outs of basketball at the highest level while working on a master's degree. Spencer is now joining the staff at Eastern Florida State, a junior college that has a strong tradition of sending young basketball players to the next level. We hope you enjoy this conversation with a very new coach, but one who is driven to help young players and himself rise up in the ranks.
Can Alex make $200,000 per year in today’s job market? Is he willing to start at less than that and work his way up the ladder at this point in his life? He says that Chad is painting a picture of him as not being a worker but Chad argues that he knows Alex is a worker! Is he a worker? Alex thinks that Chad’s brands have been built on passion and Chad agrees but also thinks there was a lot of risk! All of this is discussed and these questions answered on this brand new episode of Breakin’ It Down brought to you by the one and only Jack Daniel’s Tennessee Sour Mash Whiskey! This episode is also brought to you by Bad Boy Mowers, Napa Valley Olive Oil, Corning Ford, LEER Toppers, American Almond Beef, The Provider, Oakley Sunglasses, Mickey Thompson Tires, Buck n Bull Feeds, Cowboy Choice Feeds, KERSHAW Knives, and The Nashville Palace!
It’s time to break it down a little more. Chad and Alex freestyle on topics from smartphones to fishing to the cool way to lace your shoes to what a sneakerhead is, and are we hip? How good were the Jerky Boys and are we really done listening to Howard Stern? And what happened to Howard Stern!? One thing is for sure though, we are cool! Haha. This episode is brought to you by Jack Daniel’s Tennessee Sour Mash Whiskey, Bad Boy Mowers, Napa Valley Olive Oil, The Provider, American Almond Beef, Angel Drops, The Nashville Palace, Cowboy Choice Feeds, Oakley Sunglasses, Mickey Thompson Tires, LEER Toppers, and BedSlide!
The theories are all over the board and our stance is this…It’s ok to keep an open mind and explore all avenues to get to the truth! Brett Fritz is a very well-studied and well-spoken American who has done his research and has put together a body of beliefs that we want everyone to keep an open mind to! Whether you believe his opinions or the opinions in this show, maybe it will give you some insight into other ideas that truly do exist. Either way, it’s engaging and worth a listen! We are honored to have Mr. Fritz back on the show so please enjoy part two of our discussion! This episode is brought to you by Jack Daniel’s Tennessee Sour Mash Whiskey, Bad Boy Mowers, The Provider, American Almond Beef, The Scoreboard Nashville, Cowboy Choice Feeds, Mickey Thompson Tires, Corning Ford, Oakley Sunglasses, And Banded Casual Clothing.
The Fritz man is back and he’s got the facts to back it up! Brett joins Chad, Alex, Clint, and Clay in the studio once again to break down politics, the election, flat earth, gravity, the cases against Trump, and so much more. It’s all about keeping an open mind and exploring every possibility before we judge anything! This Life Ain’t For Everybody and this episode might not be for you, but give it a listen and then make your decision! This is part one of a two-part episode with the great Brett Fritz and there will be more, we promise! This episode is brought to you by Jack Daniel’s, Bad Boy Mowers, Napa Valley Olive Oil, The Provider, American Almond Beef, Cowboy Choice Feeds, First On Site, Mickey Thompson Tires, Corning Ford, LEER Toppers, and Oakley Sunglasses!
The game has gone into extra innings and we have the right guys coming up to the plate! Coach Jake McKinley from the University of Nevada is back with Chad and Rob for part two of our discussion! Jake has a straightforward strategy for this ball club and we couldn’t be happier to have him leading the way for the Wolf Pack! Baseball is called America’s Pastime for a reason and it truly is the greatest show on dirt! This won’t be the last time we have coach in the studio so get your Big League Chew and Fun Dips ready and enjoy the baseball talk! This episode is brought to you by Jack Daniel’s Tennessee Sour Mash Whiskey, Bad Boy Mowers, American Almond Beef, The Provider, Cowboy Choice Feeds, Nashville Palace, Mickey Thompson Tires, Oakley Sunglasses, Napa Valley Olive Oil, Banded Lifestyle Clothing, BedSlide, and Sierra Strength and Speed.
It’s time for us to play another 9 innings! It’s the bottom of the ninth and we need to score two runs for the win! We've got just the guy to lead us in that direction! The University of Nevada's Head Baseball Coach, Jake McKinley, is in the studio with Chad and guest host Trainer, Rob, from Sierra Strength and Speed. Coach is new to the program in Reno, Nevada and he has put together a squad and strategy to drive this baseball program in a positive direction for years to come! From recruiting to NCAA rules to the fans to the umpires to the ups and downs of a long season, Coach Jake tells all! This is a two-part episode and we are honored to have Coach on the microphone! This definitely won’t be the last time! Now watch the ball hit the bat and dig it out to first base! This episode is brought to you by Jack Daniel’s Tennessee Whiskey, Bad Boy Mowers, LEER Toppers, Mickey Thompson Tires, The Provider, American Almond Beef, Cowboy Choice Feeds, Oakley Sunglasses, The Nashville Palace, Traeger Grills, Napa Valley Olive Oil, and Banded Workout Gear!
Put me in coach, I’m ready to play….today! Dang it why can’t we all make it to the major leagues? All of us dream about it right when we start hitting a ball off of a tee! Chad knew when he was 7 years old that all he ever wanted was to be a big leaguer. Well…..he didn’t make it! But Austin Riley did and that’s good enough for us! Austin, starting third baseman for the Atlanta Braves is back on the show and he is fired up for the season!! After signing a monster contract and solidifying his starting job for the Braves, Austin is concentrating on his growing family and his hunting passion! We are honored to have Austin back on the show and it has us doing the Tomahawk Chop! This episode is brought to you by Jack Daniel’s Tennessee Sour Mash Whiskey, Bad Boy Mowers, Napa Valley Olive Oil, The Provider, American Almond Beef, Oakley Sunglasses, Scoreboard Nashville, In Your Face Apparel, Corning Ford, and Cowboy Choice Feeds!
The SSS crew is back! Rob, Blake, and Jake welcome back coach Nate to finish up some unfinished business. First, the crew begins by wishing Blake a short-term farewell to teach those Brits some real American football! Then they dig into more coaching tactics in working with young athletes to try and get the most out of them, and help them understand the process of long-term athletic development. How do you create a “legacy” program where winning isn’t just talked about, but becomes expected by everyone in the program? How do we get there, what is the process, what is the mindset, how is it achieved? What can we do as coaches to create a mindset where the young athlete is always looking for the next challenge, how does it come from within? Listen in as the coaches tackle these questions and more in this episode. Enjoy!
Baseball is back! And so is Breakin’ It Down! Chad and Alex are back on the microphones to talk about their recent trip to Arizona for the MLB Spring Training rendezvous that they have made an annual tradition, from the games to the crack of the bats to their friends who play to the cold beers to Scottsdale nightlife the guys go all in on bringing the trip full circle! Then it’s on to the Bay Area to watch the San Francisco Giants home opener and to hang with friends in the packed stadium they call Oracle Park! Baseball and friends and sunshine and memories are what this episode of Breakin’ It Down is all about. This Life Ain’t For Everybody Breakin’ It Down Series is brought to you by Jack Daniel’s Tennessee Sour Mash Whiskey, Bad Boy Mowers and Tractors, Traeger Grills, The Nashville Palace, Oakley Sunglasses, The Provider, American Almond Beef, Napa Valley Olive Oil, LEER Toppers, Corning Ford, and Vortex Optics and Clothing!
Everybody has their Story! Drake White has been able to tell his through lyrics and songs, as well as perform live on stage for thousands of people around the world! He has been able to write songs that touch the human soul in ways that we never imagined! And on top of that, Drake’s story is one that has inspired so many good people! Drake is back on the show to lay down knowledge and insight into what is going on in his music life, personal life, daddy life, outdoor life, and more! Drake is on tour right now and selling out every venue he and The Big Fire Band perform in! Now let’s write a song! This episode is brought to you by Jack Daniel’s Tennessee Whiskey, Bad Boy Mowers, Napa Valley Olive Oil, The Provider, Mickey Thompson Tires, Corning Ford, Red Bluff PowerSports, Oakley Sunglasses, LEER Toppers, BedSlide, GATR Coolers, Travel Wisconsin, and The Nashville Palace!
Is fat the new norm? Are we ok with being a fat nation? Do we love to be uncomfortable and not be able to get up out of our chair? Rob from Sierra Strength and Speed is back in the studio with Chad to discuss our fascination with fat! It’s not healthy! It’s not happy! But it is the norm! We can deny this and strive for excellence in fitness and health by not compromising and taking better care of ourselves. Exercise, nutrition, supplementation, strength training, cardio, what does it take? Chad and Rob discuss this topic and try to navigate through the "yes and no" of the fat myth! This episode is brought to you by Sierra Strength and Speed, Jack Daniel’s Tennessee Whiskey, Bad Boy Mowers, Corning Ford, The Provider, American Almond Beef, Napa Valley Olive Oil, Bo 3.0, Travel Wisconsin, and Banded Casual
Chad loves the fight game! Crosby asks, how can you? He thinks there are way too many UFC Fight Nights and Pay Per View events and then he wants to know what the heck is going on with this Mike Tyson/Jake Paul weirdness of them fighting! Chad defends the fight game but agrees in many aspects! Then this talk weaves in and out of the vaccination, rehabilitation from prison or jail time, and the boys touch on their upcoming trip to Arizona for MLB Spring Training! Breakin’ It Down is growing fast and we owe it all to you, the listener! So, thank you! This episode is brought to you by Jack Daniel’s Tennessee Sour Mash Whiskey, American Almond Beef, Bad Boy Mowers, The Provider, Napa Valley Olive Oil, DemerBox, Mickey Thompson Tires, OAKLEY Sunglasses, Corning Ford, and Nashville Palace!
Rob, Blake, and Jake are back to talk shop, everything fitness. Today begins with talk of a crazy challenge Jake thought up. Rob's first thought was that it was just dumb, because let’s face it, there are some dumb workouts out there. Anyway, this workout kicked Jake’s butt, in fact, he quit not even a quarter of the way through. So they talk about how to beat dumb workouts. Then the chat evolves into Blake’s new adventure. It consists of basically bringing American football to Europe on a developmental level and is something very new: A hungry group of young European athletes who want to play American football, brought to them by the guys who have played and can give these young men an opportunity to progress to the American college market. We will keep you posted on this awesome startup. The guys wrap this one up with a little Q & A, a little fitness, and nutrition to close it down. Take a listen! We hope you enjoy!
Music is life. Music is biblical. Music is everything. Whether we are driving, working out, getting fired up at halftime, or hanging at a concert, music is a huge part of who we are! Is U2 a good band? Is the new rap any good? Is country music on the radio even country anymore? Is Alex getting a job finally? Will he work in a skateboard shop? Will he become a DJ? Or will he run a booze cruise in Nevada? (Northern Nevada that is.) And what’s up with all of the man-hating in songs? Are we really that bad? We try to answer all of these questions plus many many more! Let’s roll! This episode is brought to you by Jack Daniel’s Tennessee Sour Mash Whiskey, The Provider, American Almond Beef, Napa Valley Olive Oil, Mickey Thompson Tires, RIGID Lights, LEER Toppers, BedSlide, Oakley Sunglasses, The Nashville Palace, and In Your Face Apparel!
Some like BBQ, some like grilled steak. Some like sushi, and a lot of folks hate sushi. Some people buy generic, and some only buy name brands. We all have so many opinions and the best part is, we are all entitled to them! We hit on a bunch in today’s conversation and then of course we have to dig deep to figure out what the heck Crosby is gonna do for a living. He has kept us in the dark long enough, so will we finally be privy to this secret information? We love Talkin’ and that’s what we all need to do more of! Get off them phones and IPads and let’s converse! Hope you enjoy the convo! This episode is brought to you by Jack Daniel’s Tennessee Whiskey, The Provider, American Almond Beef, Traeger Grills, Mickey Thompson Tires, RIGID Lights, and LEER Toppers.
You win some, and you lose some. Chad and Alex are bummed over the Niners losing in the Super Bowl and hated it for their friends on the team. Losing is hard but one thing is for sure, you can’t learn from winning, but you sure can learn from failure! The guys will be back and when we say back, we mean back on top in a flash! The losses don’t stop in this episode, and the guys are truly saddened by the passing of an American icon and legend, Toby Keith! Toby battled stomach cancer for over a year and he went out on his terms! This one has been hard to swallow and we won’t be getting over the loss of Toby for a long while! Don’t worry, even with the sad times, we still pull it together to keep the spirits high! We hope you enjoy! This episode is brought to you by Jack Daniel’s Tennessee Whiskey, Nashville Palace, Mickey Thompson Tires, The Provider Culinary, American Almond Beef, Napa Valley Olive Oil, LEER Toppers, Oakley Sunglasses, and Banded Casual Wear!
It’s almost Super Bowl Sunday! Who you got? Niners? Chiefs? We are taking the Niners and we want a Bay Area victory! It’s been a strong season for the boys and we hope they bring it all home from Las Vegas. Chad and Alex get into their predictions, discuss the NFC Championship game that the Niners won against the Detroit Lions, and reminisce about their trip to the Bay to watch the Niners take on the Bengals during the regular season. The boys are even joined by the starting right tackle for the Niners, Colton McKivitz, who they ring up on his cellular phone. Colton doesn’t hold back with his prediction and thoughts on the overall season! Just go ahead and call us the Gridiron gang! We hope you enjoy the conversation and…..Let’s Go Niners! This episode is brought to you by Jack Daniel’s Tennessee Sour Mash Whiskey, American Almond Beef, Corning Ford, Napa Valley Olive Oil, Cowboy Choice Horse Feeds, LEER Toppers, Banded Casual Clothing, The Nashville Palace, Mickey Thompson Tires, Oakley Sunglasses, and RIGID Lights.
In this episode of A Fit Life, brought to you by Sierra Strength and Speed, we bring Nate Hallett back to tackle more questions about coaching, athletics, and working with the developing athlete. In this round-robin format, we each have questions ready but we try to answer the questions from 3 different perspectives; the coach, the athlete, and the associate staff or parent. We hope this format covers the questions from all sides and gives the listener something to think about. We tackle the question of role model/mentor and how today's kids have so many resources at hand to see everything an athlete of choice is doing to work their craft, but how it seems that a lot of them aren’t using their screen time for this purpose. How do coaches handle different kids, and how do you create a role model on a team, or how do you keep the loud kid who may not be the best role model from trying to always take the spotlight? We hope you enjoy this talk as much as we did!
Crosby is smiling again, sorta. With mixed emotions about getting a new dog and still feeling the loss of Picon, he struggles to find balance in moving forward and remembering the past. This is sometimes a real battle for us all. The good news is that Alex got a new bulldog and he named him Bruno! He is adjusting to life with Bruno and trying to fill the void of the sudden loss of Picon. The discussion weaves in and out of these feelings and the possibility of having kids and how they could really give Crosby what he’s looking for. He remains hard headed and stern in his stance of no kids, and even no marriage! Chad tries to break him and maybe he does, or at least gets close! The banter and laughs are there as we break down life in our own way! This episode is brought to you by Jack Daniel’s Tennessee Whiskey, The Nashville Palace, Napa Valley Olive Oil, The Provider, American Almond Beef, Cowboy Choice Horse Feeds, Tourism Wisconsin, Corning Ford, Banded Causal Wear, and Oakley Sunglasses.
In this Fit Life Series episode with Rob, Blake, and Jake, the guys welcome Jake back after all his vacation time (ha). They begin this one by answering a few questions like "What do you think about energy drinks vs just the caffeine in coffee?" They dive into details explaining their reasons for their answers adding extra food for thought. Like for example, how most energy drinks have extra added ingredients besides caffeine and the amount of caffeine can be detrimental to your performance. Learn all the answers to your burning questions in this one! "When should you go to muscle failure, is it good for you, what causes it, and what are the benefits?" The guys also conquer a very common injury occurring with overuse at the knee, patellofemoral, and mechanical knee pain. This is a common problem that can be very complex and not so easy to figure out. We hope this talk helps shed some light and hopefully also gives you an idea of how to attack the issue!
Take me out to the ball game, take me out to the crowd…..buy me some peanuts and Cracker Jacks…..and watch Robby strike out every freaking batter in the other team’s line-up….Just joking but for real, Robby Snelling is the real deal. A first-round draft pick to the San Diego Padres, Robby is touted as one of the top three left-handed pitching prospects in all of Major League Baseball! He earned the right to be called Minor League Pitcher of the Year in 2023 and now the projections are through the roof for this young phenom! Robby joins Chad in the studio to discuss his Northern Nevada upbringing, his parents and their encouragement, his discipline, his football career, and how he developed into a world-class athlete at such a young age! It’s every young baseball player’s dream to make it to the big leagues and that dream is about to come true for Robby! We can’t wait to see him sit them down in 2024! This episode is brought to you by Caesar’s Palace and Resorts, Eldorado Resorts, Oakley Sunglasses, Napa Valley Olive Oil, Mickey Thompson Tires, The Provider, American Almond Beef, Banded Casual Wear, and Sierra Strength and Speed!
Picon is still on our minds as we continue with the conclusion of our conversation regarding the untimely passing of this awesome dog! Alex is adjusting to life without Picon and questioning whether or not he should get another dog right away or grieve and let some time pass. This isn’t an easy decision to make and this wasn’t an easy conversation to have. We try to keep part of it light by touching on some other topics but our hearts are broken over Picon and what Alex is going through. Life can be a mother "you-know-what" and this is exactly why the song "A Little Help" From Myers Friends was written! This episode is brought to you by Jack Daniel’s Tennessee Sour Mash Whiskey, The Provider, American Almond Beef, Rigid Lights, Napa Valley Olive Oil, Corning Ford, Mickey Thompson Tires, LEER Toppers, BedSlide, and The Nashville Palace.
Dogs truly are man’s best friend! It’s amazing how close we get to our dogs. They instantly become part of our families and inner circles. We even sometimes think we can have conversations with them. They never judge us. They are always ready to go. And it’s hard to swallow when it’s time for them to go. To pass. To go where all dogs go, heaven. Picon was just this to Alex. His cornerstone. His rock! His best friend! We lost Picon, suddenly and surprisingly. It’s never easy and this one was extra tough because nobody was ready. Alex is candid and transparent in his delivery of just what this awesome fella meant to him. We miss you Picon and we will always talk about you! This episode is brought to you by Jack Daniel’s Tennessee Sour Mash Whiskey, The Provider, LEER Toppers, American Almond Beef, Rigid Lights, Napa Valley Olive Oil, Mickey Thompson Tires, Scoreboard Nashville, and Corning Ford
Our health is all we got! It should be our first priority always! If we aren’t healthy, then everything else suffers from family to finances to our overall lifestyle! Dr. Michael Bloch is back on the show to talk everything heart health to stoke prevention to alcohol consumption to eating red meat to exercise and lean muscle mass! We have one body! We have one chance! We should always try to treat that body like a temple! Dr. Bloch is a realist and his transparency truly shows throughout this entire conversation! His insight is just what the doctor ordered and we want to be patients and friends of Dr. Bloch! This episode is brought to you by Jack Daniel’s Tennessee Sour Mash Whiskey, The Provider, American Almond Beef, Napa Valley Olive Oil, Oakley Sunglasses, Corning Ford, Mickey Thompson Tires, RIGID Lights, LEER Toppers, BedSlide, and GATR Coolers!
Santa is about to make his trek. Now it’s time to decide if Chad and Alex have been naughty or nice! Of course, they have been good boys! They are ready for Christmas and to live it up big time, holiday style. From the movies to the cookies to traditions to the big meals to gaining an extra few pounds, Christmas time is the end time and it’s both of these guys' favorite time of the year! Sit back with a Jack Daniel’s and egg nog and join the chat! This episode is brought to you by Jack Daniel’s, American Almond Beef, Corning Ford, The Provider, Mickey Thompson Tires, Napa Valley Olive Oil, Rigid Lights, and Banded Casual!
Are you ready for the jolly good fella to come slidin’ down your chimney? We know a couple of things….Chad has been a good boy and Alex is on the naughty no-gift list! The guys break down the holidays from everything from the meals to the tree to the lights to the kids to the best all-time Christmas movies of all time! Always remember, it’s Merry Christmas and not Happy Holidays! Let’s all hang with family, pour an egg not and Jack Daniel’s, don’t overcook the turkey Clark, and all sing Christmas carols in perfect harmony! Merry Christmas! Where’s the Tylenol?! This episode is brought to you by Jack Daniel’s, Corning Ford, Mickey Thompson Tires, Napa Valley Olive Oil, The Provider, KERSHAW Knives, American Almond Beef, Cowboy Choice Horse Feed, LEER Toppers, RIGID Lighting Systems, and OAKLEY Sunglasses!
The coaches are back from Sierra Strength and Speed to deliver another informative and thought-provoking episode all about health! In this episode, Rob and Blake bring on a guest Nate Hallett. Nate is a youth Volleyball coach who brings a wealth of knowledge not only in the volleyball world but also in working with young athletes. We begin with Nate’s experience which includes a stint in international volleyball as a player and then coaching experience at nearly all levels of play. From here we dive into everything coaching: working with young athletes, how to motivate and challenge them. How to work and communicate with the parents. When Nate feels like it is time for an athlete to specialize and is it good for an athlete to have multiple experiences growing up. We truly believe that you will enjoy this podcast and hope it helps in working with youth-age populations and possibly your own kids. Enjoy!
Welcome to 8 Mile! Haha just kidding but we are flowing futuristic on this episode of Breakin’ It Down! Chad and Alex talk old-school hip hop and gangster rap, are Fanny packs cool or not? Are they in or out? Can Chad make them cool again? Spring Training for MOB isn’t too far off and the guys discuss plans for the 2024 experience. Is Adam Sandler a national treasure? Is he one of the most talented funny men on earth? We talk about all of it. We say it all! Not sure if it’s enough! You tell us! Do you want more of Breakin’ It Down? This episode is brought to you by Jack Daniel’s Tennessee Sour Mash Whiskey, Corning Ford, Mickey Thompson Tires, LEer Toppers, The Scoreboard Nashville, Napa Valley Olive Oil, The Provider, American Almond Beef, and BedSlide!
Alex wants to get in Chad’s head and make him feel like he doesn’t know how to delegate when it comes to making plans and getting things done. From planning a tailgate party to trips, they argue who brings what to the table! Alex ain’t winning this one. Other topics in today’s episode are, just how important is high school anyway and what does it mean in the big scheme of things? Baseball players truly are the greatest all-around athletes on earth, and much more. Chad and Alex don’t hold anything back and we hope you enjoy it! This episode is brought to you by Jack Daniel’s, Napa Valley Olive Oil, The Provider, American Almond Beef, Oakley Sunglasses, Nashville Palace, Mickey Thompson Tires, and Banded Casual Clothing.
"The biggest recruiting mistake I ever made" was a quote by the great college baseball coach Fred Dallimore. The college was University of Nevada Las Vegas also known as UNLV and the recruiting mistake that Coach was referring to was none other than Chad himself. Yep, it sure was, and after all of these years the two are still great friends and there are no hard feelings. Instead, Coach has become a mentor and a father figure to Chad. Coach joins Chad in the studio to talk everything baseball, discipline, college, and how to be successful as a scholar-athlete, family, his career, and his ever-so-famous rants with umpires and just how many games Coach was thrown out of! It’s an honor to have Coach Fred Dallimore on the show now let’s Play Ball! This episode is brought to you by Corning Ford, Bad Boy Mowers, Napa Valley Olive Oil, The Provider, American Almond Beef, LEER Toppers, Mickey Thompson Tires, Nashville Palace, Oakley Sunglasses, and Cowboy Choice Feeds!
We are bringing the H Bomb with this brand-new episode! MMA Legend Dan Hendo Henderson joins Chad to talk about his new book, The American Athlete! This book is so good! The guys touch on different parts of the book from the early days of Dan’s upbringing and wrestling career to his Pride and Strikeforce Championships and of course the famous knockout of Michael Bisbing! There is no one like Hendo and we are honored to call him a friend and to have him back on the show! This episode is brought to you by Jack Daniel’s, The Provider, Mickey Thompson Tires, LEER Toppers, Corning Ford, Napa Valley Olive Oil, Rigid Industries, and American Almond Beef!
In this episode, Rob, Blake, and Jake welcome their first guest to the show, Mr. Chad Belding! They begin with a question for Chad, where they ask him to describe his business endeavors and they open it up from there. Rob says "I’m not sure that we answer any fitness questions or challenge any tough topics, but we have fun just talking and letting the show roll, (imagine that with Chad)! I’m not sure that I ever even have control of this show!" Stay tuned in til the end when they tackle the Jack Daniel’s Hot Seat, we are sure you will like this one!
Jack Daniel’s is one of the most iconic brands in the history of the world and this episode sheds light on what it took to get there! Chad is joined live in Canada by Casey, Mike, and CT to get into the legacy and culture of the Jack Brand! The original Tennessee Sour Mash Whiskey is 100% distilled and bottled in one place. The community of Lynchburg, TN and we mean every single drop! Chill out, pour a couple of fingers of your favorite JD whiskey, and enjoy this conversation! This episode is brought to you by Jack Daniel’s!
We were put on this earth to work! Period! Without a work ethic there is no income or revenue or time freedom or family time, so then, why don’t people want to work? Chad and Alex get into the instant gratification era where everybody wants success and results and money without putting in the time or work! The guys are hopeful it will all come full circle and people will get back to the roots of tying up their boots and going to work! It has to happen! This episode is brought to you by Jack Daniel’s Tennessee Whisley, FlasKap, The Provider, Traeger Grills, Napa Valley Olive Oil, American Almond Beef, Mickey Thompson Tires, and Corning Ford!
From Halloween to Thanksgiving to Valentine's and back to Christmas, we touch on it all. To start a couple of months of holiday-themed episodes! The haunted houses to parties to the stress of gift giving, to the meals to family, and everything in between. We love the holidays and this is absolutely the best time of the year! Chad and Alex are in the spirit so let’s pour a Jack, kick back, and embrace it all! This episode is brought to you by Jack Daniel’s Tennessee Sour Mash Whiskey, The Provider, American Almond Beef, Napa Valley Olive Oil, KERSHAW Knives, Jack Daniel’s Single Barrel Program, Mickey Thompson Tires, Leer Toppers, and Oakley Sunglasses!
SIerra Strength and Speed staff deliver another awesome episode dedicated to your health! In this episode, Rob, Jake, and Blake begin with a question about alcohol. The guys dive into the details of drinking and touch on things like, what are the actual physiologic effects for an athlete, or just a general person trying to lose weight. From here, they cover several topics associated with diet and weight loss. None of the staff are registered dieticians so this topic is covered with a broad brush. This will definitely not cover some of the very tough topics that nutrition can pose; This is going to give you some “food for thought” that will help get you started down the right path of eating correctly. We believe that you need to pick a way of eating that will last forever because going from one diet to another is no way to live and is definitely not a long-term solution. Enjoy!
After a long break, the Fit Life crew from Sierra Strength and Speed is back! The team tackles a few more questions they didn’t cover in Series Episode 6 like, why they are an all-male crew. Would it help or be beneficial to have a female trainer? The guys discuss a quick breakdown of goal setting and touch on topics like whether it is helpful to stay on a training plan and if having goals can help you stay on target. They openly talk about the good and bad of running/owning a personal training business, but really, there is nothing bad about helping people reach their goals! This Episode is brought to you by Nappa Valley Olive Oil, The Provider, and American Almond Beef. Enjoy!
It’s the DEMER BOX Artist of the Month; Tim Goodin! Presented by Jack Daniel’s Tennessee Sour Mash Whiskey, this is a conversation of just exactly what real country music is, and what it’s supposed to be! Supporting independent and up-and-coming artists is key to our brands and we truly believe in the artists that we work with! Tim has an awesome story hailing from Kentucky and vouching around the South as he chases his country music dreams. From his songwriting to his guitar to his voice, Tim is on the road to selling out shows across the country! We are proud to introduce Tim Goodin to our audience! This episode is brought to you by Jack Daniel’s, DemerBox, Traeger Grills, American Almond Beef, Nashville Palace, Napa Valley Olive Oil, The Provider, Corning Ford, and RIGID Lights!
Chad and Alex go back at it in hopes of solving all of the world’s problems. From storms to rainouts to the Rib Cook-Off Championship to the struggles at Burning Man this last Labor Day, it’s all in here! Hard to even take a breath when there are so many topics to break down. Enjoy! This episode is brought to you by Jack Daniel’s Tennessee Whiskey, American Almond Beef, Cowboy Choice Horse Feed, Traeger Grills, Scoreboard Nashville, The Provider, Corning Ford, Oakley Sunglasses, and Mickey Thompson Tires.
Do we hear wedding bells? Alex says, “not a chance” but Chad begs to differ! Is marriage worth it? Why get married? What does just dating mean and does it have any substance? What about kids? What about growing old together? Does it get boring? Chad presses the issue of Alex’s ten-year relationship without a lab engagement or wedding in the talks. And before that, the guys try and discuss the proper way for a man to shower and stay clean without getting too dirty about it haha! There isn’t anything these two won’t try and break down and this conversation shows that! Let’s roll! This episode is brought to you by Jack Daniel’s Tennessee Whiskey, American Almond Beef, Corning Ford, SecureIt Forearm Storage, Banded Casual Wear, Oakley Sunglasses, The Provider Culinary Brand, Cowboy Choice Horse Feeds, Mickey a Thompson Tires, RIGID Industries, and Napa Valley Olive Oil!
Presented by Jack Daniels Tennessee whiskey, Cody is a badass and he is back on the show. They don’t call him the Spartan for nothing as this dude will fight anyone in the octagon at any given time! He doesn’t make excuses and his career shows that! He’s on his way back to the top and he has his eyes on a title shot! We get into everything fight game including training, selling a fight, internet trolls, staying at the top of your game, and what it takes to keep the interest of the UFC and the audience! Oh, and plenty of smack talk, which both Chad and Cody excel at! Now ring the bell so they can go toe to toe! This episode is brought to you by Jack Daniel’s Tennessee Whiskey, CamoSpace, American Almond Beef, Traeger Grills, The Provider, Oakley Sunglasses, Banded Casual Wear, Jack Link’s Jerky, Mickey Thompson Racing, and Corning Ford!
presented by Jack Daniel's - Ryan Bader is back and better than ever. Fresh off another victory to retain his Bellator Heavyweight Championship of the World, Bader, and Chad get down to business on subjects ranging from training to fighting to partying to family to the outdoors! We love having the champ on the show and it won’t be the last time! The episode is brought to you by Jack Daniel’s, Corning Ford, LEER Toppers, Oakley Sunglasses, Mickey Thompson Tires, RIGID Industries, and Napa Valley Olive Oil!
Walker is back and he ain’t about to walk anyone. Throwing heat and talking smack is what we do in this discussion about his second Tommy John surgery and his upcoming rehab stint before rejoining the Los Angeles Dodgers! Walker is one of the best pitchers in baseball but he also can handle his own on the grill with the steak, at the bar with the whiskey, on the course with the clubs, or at the track with the horses! We love having Walker back on the show and we hope you all enjoy the dugout chatter! This episode is brought to you by Jack Daniel’s, American Almond Beef, Scoreboard Nashville, LEER Toppers, Mickey Thompson Tires, Corning Ford, RIGID Industries, Napa Valley Olive Oil, Traeger Grills, and The Provider!
Chad and Alex are back to break down current event type of situations and discuss the important things in life. These things include how people should never wear Crocs, how Crocs are making people even lazier, how Alex refuses to invite Chad to anything, how to pull great pranks, and how Jackass mastered it for the past two decades, Sturgis details, Mount Rushmore, Corning Ford and more! Let’s Break it down! This episode is brought to you by Jack Daniel's, Corning Ford, Mickey Thompson Tires, Traeger Grills, LEER Toppers, RIGID Industries, Napa Valley Olive Oil, The Scoreboard Nashville, and American Almond Beef.
Rob Conatser, personal trainer and owner of Sierra Strength and Speed is back in the studio to join Chad with guest Bubba Henderson, to discuss the fitness bet Bubba just participated in. It was six months of losing as much body fat as possible. Bubba takes us through his approach, the hurdles, the benefits and disadvantages, and how he favored against the deep pool of 27 entrants. Could you dedicate half a year to this? Listen and let us know! This episode is brought to you by Sierra Strength and Speed, American Almond Beef, The Provider, Traeger Grills, Oakley Sunglasses, Corning Ford, LEER Toppers, RIGID Industries, Mickey Thompson Tires, and Napa Valley Olive Oil.
Presented by Jack Daniel's Tennesse Whiskey: The Cornbread is not only in the oven, he is in the house! Talk about a social media sensation, this cat has built a fan base with his clever skits and hilarious approach to the way American life used to be! His outfits are dead on and his walk has become as famous as the Conor McGregor’s! We are proud to have the Cornbread Cowboi on our show and this won’t be the last! This episode is brought to you by Jack Daniel’s, American Almond Beef, SecureIt, Oakley Sunglasses, The Provider, Napa Valley Olive Oil, The Nashville Palace, and Corning Ford!
Chad and Alex are back to break down as much as they can from history to sports franchises and brands changing names to the controversy over the Jason Aldean song and video “Try that in a small town” to so much more! It’s just our opinions but they seem to be facts haha! We hope you enjoy the banter! This episode is brought to you by Jack Daniel’s, Traeger Grills, Mickey Thompson Tires, Oakley Sunglasses, The Provider, American Almond Beef, and Corning Ford!
Shane Profitt is a country boy and his story is pretty awesome! He sits down with Chad to discuss the music business and how he has found success in Nashville with record deals and management and opening for some of his favorite artists. He’s our Artist of The Month and this dude is going places! The episode is brought to you by DemerBox, Jack Daniel’s Tennessee Whiskey, Jack Daniel’s Single Barrel Select, Traeger Grills, American Almond Beef, The Provider, Napa Valley Olive Oil, and The Nashville Palace!
Another conversation on topics that shape the lives of Chad and Alex through their experiences and this one has some twists with an awesome experience with Bo Jackson and being amazed how many people wanted a picture with him…..then how well some people age and how poorly some of us age….then the work that goes into entertaining folks at our homes and the abuse a home will take if it is not maintained….and so much more! Thank you for being part of the Breakin’ It Down Revolution! This episode is brought to you by Jack Daniel’s, Traeger Grills, SecureIt Firearm Storage, Mickey Thompson Tires, Oakley Sunglasses, Napa Valley Olive Oil, The Provider, American Almond Beef, The Scoreboard Nashville, and LEER Toppers!
Brought to you by Jack Daniel’s, Brett Fritz is back!! The first episode with Brett was a huge hit so we didn’t hesitate to get him back into the TLAFE studio and nail down another controversial conversation. His beliefs are strong and even if you don’t agree with them right off the bat, they will for sure get you thinking!! We want to hear your thoughts! This episode is brought to you by Jack Daniel’s Tennessee Whiskey, American Almond Beef, The Provider, Cowboy Choice Horse Feed, RESISTOL Cowboy Hats, Napa Valley Olive Oil, Corning Ford, GATR Coolers, and The Scoreboard Nashville!
Sierra Strength and Speed Presents: The Living Strong Series! The staff of SSS takes on some of your questions and other frequently asked questions. What is the importance of a rest day? What is active recovery? And is it better to take the day completely off or have an active recovery day? What health measurements should I be looking at on a consistent basis? When is it appropriate to use ice? Do we still ice injuries? When is it better to heat? These questions and more coming at you in episode 6.
Breakin’ It Down is back with another real life conversation. Chad and Alex bounce back and forth on topics from slap fighting championships to auto theft and fuel theft to eating donuts and how awesome they truly are to Mike Tyson to even laying out some upcoming discussion topics! It’s lovely and legit! It’s Breakin’ It Down and it’s brought to you by Jack Daniel’s, Traeger Grills, Sig Sauer, Corning Ford, Napa Valley Olive Oil, The Nashville Palace, Oakley Sunglasses, Banded Casual Apparel, Mickey Thompson Tires, and LEER Toppers!
Sierra Strength and Speed Presents: Trainer, Rob Conatser and Chad Belding! They're back to delve deeper into the universal journey of health and fitness. From navigating vacation weight gain to maintaining a consistent workout routine! From staying hydrated to understanding the role of sweating in your health. From moving daily to managing life and fitness simultaneously, the guys cover all these aspects and more to help you shape up for a healthier lifestyle! There's only one way to achieve your health goals, and that is to PUT THE WORK IN! This episode is packed with essential information for anyone interested in improving their health and wellness. We also tackle the controversial topic of cutting out sugar and carbs. Is it necessary? Is it beneficial? Tune in to find out. Whether you're a fitness enthusiast, an athlete, or someone just starting their wellness journey, this episode is a goldmine of insights. Don't miss out on this eye-opening exploration of the most effective ways to enhance your body's performance. This episode is brought to you by Sierra Strength and Speed, Corning Ford, Traeger Grills, American Almond Beef, The Provider, Napa Valley Olive Oil, Banded Causal and Fitness Gear, Oakley Sunglasses, and DemerBox!
Jack Daniel's Presents: Country and Rock Singer/Songwriter Brantley Gilbert! Brantley sits down with Chad to talk about everything under the sun! From his current tour with Nickelback to his career to his lyrics to his ups and downs in life, Brantley doesn’t hold anything back! Brantley comes from small-town Georgia and has kept his roots and upbringing in his songs and lyrics. He is true to his passion and has a fan base all over the world! We are honored to have Brantley on the show and humbled to call him a friend! We hope you enjoy! This episode is brought to you by Jack Daniel’s, The Nashville Palace, Traeger Grills, Banded Casualwear, Napa Valley Olive Oil, The Provider, American Almond Beef, Mickey Thompson Tires, Corning Ford, and LEER Toppers!
Sierra Strength and Speed Presents: Rob Conatser, Blake Whitlock, and Jake Waters, in the Living Strong Series. Join us on this enlightening episode as the expert staff of SSS delves deep into the world of movement optimization. Discover the ultimate guide on how to move better and uncover the truth behind stretching, mobility, and general movement principles. In this informative discussion, Rob, our movement guru, will unravel the mysteries between stretching and mobility, offering insights into passive, active, and ballistic stretches supported by the latest research. Curious about how much stretching you actually need? Can you stretch too much? We've got the answers! Whether you just like to exercise casually, you're an athlete, or just someone looking to enhance their fitness journey, this episode has something important for everyone. Don't miss out on another eye-opening exploration of the most effective ways to enhance your body's performance. Tune in now and take your movement game to the next level! This episode is proudly brought to you by Sierra Strength and Speed, Oakley eyewear, Nashville Palace, and LEER!
Sierra Strength and Speed Presents: Colton McKivitz, Charlie Woerner, and Alyssa Riley to the studio where they discuss athletics for kids, determination, focus, commitment, and more. When is a kid too young to take sports too seriously? What does having fun in sports mean as a kid? Should we have our kids concentrate on “their” sport or play different sports to gain experience and develop a competitive nature? It’s all here and up for debate! This episode is brought to you by Sierra Strength and Speed, Traeger Grills, The Provider, American Almond Beef, Napa Valley Olive Oil, Corning Ford, Oakley Sunglasses, and Banded Brands.
Sierra Strength and Speed Presents: A Fit Life - The Living Strong Series with Rob Conatser and pro trainers. In this episode, The SSS Staff breaks down“the core” of the human body. What are the muscles that make up the core, what is their function and what are the different ways to get stronger and improve core function. This discussion also breaks down the importance of posture and the abdominals function in injury prevention. Rob and his staff talk about some of the myths of training the abdominals (Instagram abs) and what they feel are better choices for abdominal exercises to help with better function and human performance. This talk is not just for the athlete, it is for anyone looking to improve in their journey to getting better! This Episode is brought to you by Traeger Grills, Scoreboard Nashville, Nappa Valley Olive Oil, and Cowboy's Choice Horse Feeds!
Sierra Strength and Speed Presents: Trainer, Rob! He is back to dive deeper into Chad’s personal fitness journey and goals. From taking some time off and getting back into the gym! From staying hydrated to stretching and warm-up protocol. From moving and making your muscles longer and more responsive. The guys cover all that Chad has been going through to try and get into shape for the coming season! There is only one way to get results and that is to PUT THE WORK IN! This episode has crucial information for anyone interested in their health. This episode is brought to you by Sierra Strength and Speed, Corning Ford, Traeger Grills, American Almond Beef, The Provider, Napa Valley Olive Oil, Banded Causal and Fitness Gear, Oakley Sunglasses, and DemerBox!
Chad is joined by country music artist, Erin Viancourt, to discuss her new album "Won’t Die This Way" which releases this month! Erin was discovered by Cody Jinks and was signed to his record label. She hails from Ohio but makes Nashville, TN her home now and the sky is the limit. From her lyrics to her chops, she delivers in every aspect of musicianship! We are proud to have Erin on the show and we can’t wait to watch her career take off! This episode is brought to you by Jack Daniel’s Tennessee Whiskey, DemerBox, Oakley Sunglasses, Traeger Grills, FlasKap, Nashville Palace, The Provider, and American Almond Beef.
The guys roll into many areas of conversation including the conspiracy theorist recap and business and being a vegan and Ted Nugent and restaurants with exceptional service and so much more! Breakin’ It Down will be dropping many more new episodes throughout this summer so be on the lookout! This episode is brought to you by Jack Daniel’s Tennessee Whiskey, The Nashville Palace, Scoreboard Nashville, Napa Valley Olive Oil, Leer Toppers, Traeger Grills, Oakley Sunglasses, CAMOSPACE, and Corning Ford!
Will is one of the top catchers in the major leagues and he is making a strong run at the 2023 All-Star Game. His stellar defense and clutch hitting has made him a franchise player for the Los Angeles Dodgers and we are honored to have him on the show to discuss everything baseball, from the road life to playing for one of the most historic organizations in all of sports! We hope you enjoy! This episode is brought to you by Jack Daniel’s, Traeger Grills, Corning Ford, Oakley Sunglasses, Mickey Thompson Tires, Napa Valley Olive Oil, LEER Toppers, and The Scoreboard Nashville!
Chad and Rob are back to discuss what changes Chad has made since hunting season ended as well as many extra trips. The routine, the sleep, the food, the workouts, putting on lean tissue, and how hard losing weight can be without consistency. Coming clean and getting clean, and putting in the work is what it takes, and these two break it down on a personal level. This episode is brought to you by Sierra Strength and Speed, Traeger Grills, American Almond Beef, The Provider, Napa Valley Olive Oil, Corning Ford, Oakley Sunglasses and Outerwear, Nashville Palace, and RIGID Industries.
Colton is a badass and he joins Chad and Rob to discuss everything football from training to nutrition to workouts to uniforms to the dangers to the on-field operation to the huddle to sidelines to the strategy to the end zone! Colton is a true offensive tackle for the San Francisco 49ers and was a standout at West Virginia University before being selected in the 2020 NFL Draft. We are honored to have Colton on the show; this won’t be the last time! Time to put 6 on the board! This episode is brought to you by Sierra Strength and Speed, Jack Daniel’s Tennessee Whiskey, Scoreboard Nashville, Banded Brands, American Almond Beef, Cowboy Choice Horse Feeds, Napa Valley Olive Oil, Corning Ford, and LEER Toppers!
From receiving uncomfortable texts from people pertaining to prom, or sex and private stuff, to being ghosted by friends, to the carnivore diet, to first ever colonoscopy, to much more, nothing is off limits in this convo with the guys! There are also talks of a TLAFE TV Show! Who knows where we are headed but this ride is amazing! This episode is brought to you by Jack Daniel’s, Napa Valley Olive Oil, Traeger Grills, American Almond Beef, The Provider, Corning Ford, and The Nashville Palace!
We are fired up to have Shawn on the show. From his humble beginnings in Northern Nevada to signing a full-ride division one college scholarship to Stanford, to being selected in the first round of the 1991 Major League Draft, to becoming a force to be reckoned with on the mound, Shawn Estes did it all during his baseball career. We discuss all of this and how he has adjusted to being in front of the camera and on the microphone calling baseball games with play-by-play and color commentary! This won’t be the last of our conversations with Shawn! This episode is brought to you by Jack Daniel’s Tennessee Whiskey, Nashville Palace, Oakley Sunglasses, Napa Valley Olive Oil, Traeger Grills, Banded Brands, and American Almond Beef!
Brett is a well-studied and well-read theorist who brings his ideas and thoughts to our studio. Our goal was to keep an open mind and listen, and add to the way he lays out his views. This is a very interesting man, to say the least, and this won’t be the last time Brett joins us on the show. From politics to the campaign to major media to what they want us to hear and what they don’t want us to see. Our world is changing and we are open to any and all views to figure out just where we are headed! This episode is brought to you by Jack Daniel’s, Napa Valley Olive Oil, The Provider, American Almond Beef, Scoreboard Nashville, Tahoe Creamery Alice Cream, and Cowboy Choice Horse Feeds.
Jack Daniels Presents: The one and only, Cody Jinks. With one of the strongest country and Rock ‘n Roll music careers going, Cody once again joins Chad to talk life! Cody is as real as they get and on top of that, one of the most humble folks you will ever meet! From his songwriting to stage presence to his band, to his cult following of fans to his merch sales, we discuss it all! And there is even mention of new music and a new album!! We are proud to call Cody a friend and to have him as a guest on our show! If you hear some ice jingling in the background, it must be the whiskey! This episode is brought to you by Jack Daniel’s, FlasKap, The Scoreboard Nashville, The Provider, American Almond Beef, LEER Toppers, Corning Ford, and RESISTOL Cowboy Hats!
Presented by Jack Daniel's: Everything from music to sports memorabilia to traveling to creating memories is discussed in the style that Chad and Alex specialize in - just a bunch of smack-talking! We love this podcast series and truly appreciate all of you tuning in! This episode is brought to you by Jack Daniel’s, Napa Valley Olive Oil, Oakley Sunglasses, Nashville Palace, Traeger Grills, The Provider, American Almond Beef, and LEER Toppers.
Rob and the guys are back on the show to dive into more of your favorite strength and training topics. From the differential explanation of different types of sports, non-contact, contact, collision and extreme. The guys dive deep into injury prevention, what it means, and how each sport has its own issues when it comes to injuries, whether they stem from non contact, containing more over-use type injuries, vs collision, which has more acute injuries. They go into details helping you prevent an injury in the future. Find out why Rob doesnt like bicep training, for almost any athlete, but especially the throwing/overhead athlete. This episode is proudly brought to you by: Sierra Strength and Speed, The Provider, Leer, Oakley eyewear, and Banded!
Chef Mark is back to talk food! Good Food! Coming at us from a cold water lake in Minnesota, Chef Mark has big plans for the Trapper Lodge menu for this coming summer! The lake will be packed with jet skiers and boaters, fishermen and vacationers, and Chef is ready for them all! From wild game to domestic meats and fish, to desserts and wine pairings, this man knows how to make your mouth water! This episode is brought to you by Jack Daniel’s, The Provider, Napa Valley Olive Oil, KERSHAW Knives, Traeger Grills, Scoreboard Nashville, and The Nashville Palace!
Jack Daniel’s Presents: Olympic Gold Medalist and World Champion Wrestler David Taylor is back on the show to rap with Chad. He is training for Finals X and then the Worlds, and then the 2024 Olympic Games! David is nicknamed The Magic Man for his uncanny ability to keep the pressure on his opponent while scoring at will. From his junior career to high school to Penn State University to his current freestyle career, he is considered one of the best wrestlers of all time. We are honored to call David a friend and so glad he joined us for another episode of This Life Ain’t For Everybody! The episode is brought to you by Jack Daniel’s, Corning Ford, Sun Leisure Pools, Sierra Strength and Speed, The Nashville Palace, and The Provider!
Jack Daniel's Presents The Breaking It Down Series Chad and Alex get into it about marketing and advertising and how brands are getting their message to the masses. They touch on how organic has become a strong approach, and how influencers are seeming to become a go-to for many brands to spread the word. The guys throw in comedy and keep things funny and thought-provoking as always. This episode is brought to you by Jack Daniel’s, Scoreboard Nashville, The Provider, American Almond Beef, Jargon Game Calls, The Nashville Palace, and Hi Biz Sights!
Rob and the trainers of Sierra Strength and speed are back and ready to dive deep into all things strength and training. In this episode, learn more about what Rob, (owner of SSS) Jake Waters, Blake Whitlock, Preston Cushing do at the facility every day. The guys talk about the different types of lifting from power lifting, olympic lifting, weight lifting, body building, and functional training. Then they dive into a major breakdown of their training. From their training, to training young athletes, youth athlete development, vs adult training and incorporating functional training. Don’t miss the opportunity to strengthen your mind and pull major motivation from this awesome team! This episode is brought to you by: Sierra Strength and Speed, Banded, The Provider, Oakley, The Nashville Palace, and Corning Ford!
Jack Daniel's Presents: MMA Agent: Jason House! Jason joins Chad to discuss his strategy for building his agency which specializes in the representation of mixed martial artists and fighters. He took a leap of faith and now he is living the American Dream and loving every second of it. His approach is key in his success and the best part about it is the evidence of how much he truly cares for his employees and fighters. We can wait to have Jason back on the show. This episode is brought to you by Jack Daniel’s, Nashville Palace, Scoreboard Nashville, Napa Valley Olive Oil, Corning Ford. Mickey Thompson Tires, and Sierra Strength and Speed!
Presented By Jack Daniel's: Hannah returns to the show and she is on fire more than ever. We are coming out you from the world-famos Nashville Palace and with her new single Cryin’ All The Way To The Bank out on all streaming services and showcasing her songwriting, guitar playing, and vocal skills, it’s easy to say that this girl’s career is on the rocket pad and about to launch. She and Chad get into the music business, women in country music, record labels, streaming, touring, her inspirations like Hank Jr. and so much more. Hannah is a force to be reckoned with when it comes to music and acting and cooking and just doing her entire damn thing! Enjoy the conversation. This episode is brought to you by Jack Daniel’s, Nashville Palace, Scoreboard Nashville, Hobbs Outdoors, The Provider, American Almond Beef, Napa Valley Olive Oil, and LEER Toppers!
Presented by Sierra Strength and Speed: Y'all asked for more with Fitness and Strength Guru, Rob Conatser, and we listened!!! Chad is on the road, so Rob brings his trainers, Blake Whitlock and Jake Waters into the studio to start their very own series, The Living Strong Series!! For this inaugural episode, the guys get into conversations covering athleticism, working with young athletes, the importance of movement, athlete mental health and motivation, coaching, and almost everything encompassing this healthy life! Don't sleep on this amazing opportunity to tap into the minds of professional coaches and hear secrets on motivating people to train at peak levels of health and fitness.
Presented by Jack Daniel's: Chad and Alex are joined by guests John Cary and Ryan Bringle in Phoenix, Arizona. The guys are in Arizona to watch baseball and visit with many player friends! The trip has become a tradition over the last decade and it is always a blast. The discussion doesn’t stay in one place too long as it weaves in and out from bodily functions to steroids, to HGH and supplements, to vanity, and much more! Life is full of surprises and we can’t wait for the next one! This Life Ain’t For Everybody Breakin’ it Down is brought to you by Jack Daniel’s, Corning Ford, Napa Valley Olive Oil, DemerBox, Nashville Palace, Scoreboard Nashville, Banded Casual Wear, Oakley Eyewear, and GATR Coolers.
Part 2/2 Rob is back to talk with Chad about everything fitness! This is a strong conversation that weaves in and out of breathing techniques, lean muscle tissue, balance, core, and why people struggle to work out on a consistent basis. Rob is growing the SSS Brand into something very special and we have a lot more with him coming soon! Now, put your headphones on or your EarPods in, and get to working out! This episode is brought to you by Sierra Strength and Speed, The Provider, Traeger Grills, The Nashville Palace, Banded Brands, American Almond Beef, 4Wheel Parts, and OAKLEY Eyewear!
Presented by Sierra Strength and Speed: Part 1/2 Rob Conatser is back to talk with Chad about everything fitness! This is a strong conversation that weaves in and out of breathing techniques, lean muscle tissue, balance, core, and why people struggle to work out on a consistent basis. Rob is growing the SSS Brand into something very special and we have a lot more with him coming soon! Now, put your headphones on or your EarPods in, and get to working out! This episode is brought to you by Sierra Strength and Speed, The Provider, Traeger Grills, The Nashville Palace, Banded Brands, American Almond Beef, 4Wheel Parts, and OAKLEY Eyewear!
Jack Daniel's Presents: Breakin' It Down with Chad and Alex. The guys cover many topics concerning current event type of situations. There is a lot going on locally and all around the country. From social media and screen time, to pumping the brakes, and trying to be present, and everything in between. Breakin’ It Down is growing and we owe it all to the listeners. This episode is brought to you by Jack Daniel’s, Sig Sauer, Napa Valley Olive Oil, Traeger Grills, The Provider, and Corning Ford.
Jack Daniel’s Presents with guest Country Music Star Chase Rice Chase is back on the show and this time we are playing for keeps. It gets deep and doesn’t stop. Then we both refereed to this conversation as therapy! Believe us when we say you don’t wanna miss this talk. Chase is the man and his new album should be up for Album Of The Year 100% as it is pure genius! Congrats Chase! We are proud to call Chase a good friend and to have him back on the show. This episode is brought to you by Jack Daniel’s, American Almond Beef, The Provider, The Nashville Palace, The Scoreboard Nashville, Whiskey Bent Saloon Nashville, Bodyguard Bumpers, and RIGID Industries!
Chad is joined by friend and JD brand leader Casey Nelson. Casey has established his way in life through vision, commitment, and work ethic. The conversation weaves in and out of business, entrepreneurship, traveling, family, decision to a task, and just how proud he is to be part of the Jack Daniel’s Family of Brands! We truly appreciate having Casey on the show and this won’t be the last time! This episode is brought to you by Jack Daniel’s, The Provider, Napa Valley Olive Oil, Traeger Grills, FlasKap, and Mickey Thompson Tires
Chad Ward, founder of Whiskey Bent BBQ and marketing manager for Traeger Grills is back on the show to talk about everything under the grill lid including friendships, events, recipes, dry rubs, marinades, meat selection, cook time, and becoming the best backyard BBQ bad ass you possibly can! We love having Chad Ward on the show and we can’t wait to cook and grill with him again! This episode is brought to you by Jack Daniel’s, Traeger Grills, American Almond Beef, The Provider, Napa Valley Olive Oil, Kershaw Knives, Whiskey Bent BBQ, and MEATER.
Sierra Strength & Speed Presents This Life Ain’t For Everybody Podcast with guest Rob ConatserRob is back on the show to discuss heart-related, lean tissue, lean body mass, losing weight, fitness programs, is there a such thing as spot losing as far as belly fat or gut weight, muscle weighing more than fat, and why does it become harder to lean out as you get further into your exercise program! To much to write out as this conversation is for those looking for some willpower to get after it and become a better very soon if themselves. This episode is brought to you by Sierra Strength and Speed, Banded Workout Gear, Jack Link’s Jerky and Protein Snack’s, The Provider, Napa Valley Olive Oil, and American Almond Beef.
Jack Daniel’s Presents Breakin’ It Down Series with Chad and Alex The guys go down a rabbit hole of community leadership, future planning, infrastructure, traffic, and population. How many people is too many for a certain area? The world is changing before our eyes in more ways than it ever has and it’s worth discussing and staying on top of the things that matter! Always paying attention, always listening, and always talking when applicable is what this series is about! Let’s Break It Down! This episodes is brought to you by Jack Daniel’s Tennessee Sour Mash Whiskey, Sig Sauer Arms, DemerBox, Vortex Optics, RESISTOL Cowboy Hats and Clothing, American Almond Beef, Cowboy Choice Horse Feeds, and Buck n Bull Deer And Elk Feed!
Presented by Jack Daniels, Josh & Lexi Phillips from Jack Daniel’s Chad is joined by the First Couple of Whiskey on this episode of the show. Josh works in Single Barrel Distilling, while Lexi is the Assistant Master Distiller. Josh and Lexi are married. That’s all it takes for an incredible conversation about the number one spirit of all time. The Tennessee Sour Mash Whiskey juggernaut, Jack Daniel’s! From the process to the tasting to the bottling to the personal toes and passion Josh and Lexi have for the JD Brand, this talk is Top Shelf! This episode is brought to you by Jack Daniel’s, Napa Valley Olive Oil, AmericanAlmond Beef, The Provider, Traeger Grills, Mickey Thompson Tires, LEER Toppers, and DECKED!
Presented by Jack Daniel's: Breaking It Down with Chad Belding and Alex Crosby The guys continue their talk on what happens if the mask mandate comes back, where our world is headed, caffeine intake and energy drinks, and if they are really bad for you or not, and so much more. Get ready as we're getting ready to announce a live tour for Breakin’ It Down coming to a city near you! This episode is brought to you by Jack Daniel’s, Sig Sauer, MEAT, Bodyguard Bumpers, DemerBox, LEER Toppers, Napa Valley Olive Oil, Oakley Sunglasses, and DECKED!
Jack Daniels Presents This Life Aint For Everybody Breakin It Down Series with Chad & Alex The guys get into it with topics ranging from vaccinations, masks, government, energy drinks, tobacco, and so much more! All opinions are those of Chad and Alex. Hearing different insights and opinions can open doors to becoming a more well-rounded individual and that is what our goal has become! We hope you enjoy this talk! The episode is brought to you by Jack Daniel’s, Sig Sauer, The Provider, Traeger Grills, Napa Valley Olive Oil, Mickey Thompson Tires, Bodyguard Bumpers, and LEER Toppers.
Jack Daniel’s Presents This Life Ain’t For Everybody Podcast with guest Walker Buehler Walker is back on the show to discuss his recent injury and surgery for Tommy John’s. Walker is touted as one of the best pitchers in all of Major League Baseball and the discussion wraps around making another comeback, passion for the game, desire to get back out onto the field and in between the lines, and how Walker is dealing with his injury both mentally and physically! The Dodgers are better with Walker on the bump and we can’t wait to see him back in the Dodger Blue! This episode is brought to you by Jack Daniel’s Tennessee Sour Mash Whiskey, Napa Valley Olive Oil, The Provider, Banded Brands, LEER Toppers, Bodyguard Bumpers, and CamoSpace!
Jack Daniel’s Presents This Life Ain’t For Everybody with Christie Vanover She did it! She won her barrel head for a top-ten finish in brisket at the JACK 2022 in Lynchburg, Tennessee! Christie is back on the show to continue where she and Chad left off in regards to her preparation for this huge contest and her results and where she still has some work to do! This girl can straight up grill and we are so honored to have her back on the show! This episode is brought to you by Jack Daniel’s Tennessee Sout Mash Whiskey, Jack Daniel’s The JACK, jack Daniel’s Triple Mash and Bonded, Traeger Grills, Napa Valley Olive Oil, MEATER MADE Thermometers, KERSHAW Knives, and Whiskey Bent Saloon Nashville!
Jack Daniel’s Presents Breakin’ It Down with Chad and Alex The guys get into it on music and how we get our music today through streaming and how we love the DemrBox! As well they get into Sly Stallone and The Tulsa King and the days of Saturday Night Fever and Rocky! And of course drinking and partying and how living a healthy lifestyle isn’t always in the equation! This episode is brought to you by Jack Daniel’s, Bodyguard Bumpers, Scoreboard Nashville, Banded Brands, Dickie’s Workwear, Traeger Grills, DemerBox, and Corning Ford!
Jack Daniel’s Presents Breakin’ It Down with Chad and Alex The guys get into a flow talking about social media and the effects on society plus shadow banning and how obvious it is to see the agendas set forth by big tech. They know how to manipulate the system and the algorithm in order to keep certain messaging at a low and to push the agendas they see fit for their culture. It’s a disgrace actually and social media just needs to go away. This episode is brought to you by Jack Daniel’s, Sig Sauer, Bodyguard Bumpers, CamoSpace, DECKED, GATR Coolers, and DICKIES.
Jack Daniel’s Presents Breakin’ It Down with Chad and Alex The guys get into all types of different topics from body odor to body spray and scents to diet drinks to alcohol consumption during the week versus just the weekend and much more! Always a good time when Alex is in the studio breaking it all down! This episode is brought to you by Jack Daniel’s, DemerBox, Jack Link’s Jerky, Banded Brands, Traeger Grills, RESISTOL Cowboy Hats, Bodyguard Bumpers, Sig Sauer, and The Provider!
Demeerbox Presents New Artist Spotlight with Wyatt Mccubbin. If it’s true authentic country music and songwriting that you’re in search of, well then, check this out! Wyatt McCubbin sits down with Chad to talk about his roots, his influences, his styles, and if there really is a chance that real country music makes a comeback. By the look and sound of things, it sure seems that way! Wyatt is determined to stick to what he knows best, and that is pure country music! The episode is brought to you by DemerBox, Jack Daniel’s, Napa Valley Olive Oil, Traeger Grills, MEAT Processing Products, Mickey Thompson Tires, and The Kenney Store!
DemerBox Presents Tony Krueger of The Kenney Store Texas Tony Krueger and his wife Rita own and operate The Kenney Store in Kenney, Texas which is a beer joint and music venue. It has become a destination for folks across Texas and outside of the Lonestar State to watch acts such as Brent Cobb, Wyatt McCubbin, Daryl Singletary (rest in peace Daryl), Darryl Worley, and many more! Tony is an awesome person and a musical guru! This episode is brought to you by Jack Daniel’s, DemerBox, Bodyguard Bumpers, Traeger Grills, Dickie’s Workwear, and OAKLEY!
MTN OPS Presents Rob Conaster with Sierra Strength And Speed Rob is back on the show to help us figure out how to parent an athlete. Do we pressure them too much? Do we not do enough? Are we having them lift too early? Should we let them play travel ball and year around sports? It is a strong discussion and it will be continued! This episode is brought to you by MTN OPS, SIG SAUER, RIGID Industries, Jack Daniel's, Bad Boy Mowers, and Banded Workout Gear!
Demer Box Presents Artist Spotlight with the one and only singer/songwriter Chris Knight Chris is back on the show and we couldn’t be more excited! Chris is one of the best songwriters in music history and his library is one hit after the next! His delivery of the lyric and the story mixed with his authentic voice and stage prescience has made Chris a favorite of not only millions of music lovers but to his respected colleagues of artists and songwriters from Nashville to Austin to Hollywood! Chris and Chad discuss everything and anything that comes to mind including some of Chad’s favorite lyrics and songs that Chris has brought to the world! This episode is brought to you by DEMER Box, Jack Daniel’s, Sig Sauer, Napa Valley Olive Oil, Oakley Sunglasses, The Provider, Mickey Thompson Tires, and RIGID Industries LED Lighting!
Jack Daniel's Presents The Break-in' It Down Series with Chad and Alex The guys go in-depth about their visit to New York City and how awesome the city truly is! From the food, the sights, the FDNY and NYPD, Broadway, to all of the Burroughs, NYC is truly a national treasure! This episode is brought to you by Jack Daniel’s, Sig Sauer, Dickie’s Work Where, MEAT Processing Products, and LETHAL!
Jacob Boyd is a Texas Singer and Songwriter who has stuck to his roots of family and Texas dirt! He has a unique approach to songwriting but the lyrics hit hard! His stage presence is strong and he loves to entertain a crowd! Jacob joins Chad to talk music and life and then conversation grows from there! Get this man’s music in your ears and please continue to support our up and coming artists! This episode is brought to you by DEMER Box. Jack Daniel’s, Napa Valley Olive Oil, Mickey Thompson Tires, and Sig Sauer!
Bo is Back! Fresh off a quick 3-0 start in his professional MMA career and his victory at Dana White’s Contender Series and after signing a contract to become a member of the UFC roster. Bo sits down with Chad to discuss his mentality, wins, and future! Bo has an awesome outlook on life and his career with the Fight Game and nothing is going to stop him from being the Champ! We are proud to have Bo back on and this won’t be the last time! This episode is brought to you by Jack Daniel’s, MTN OPS, Banded Brands, KERSHAW Knives, Thorogood Boots, and Sig Sauer!
Chad and Alex get started on breaking down Chad’s most recent trip to New York City which included working with the FDNY and NYPD. Chad also gets to visit the Statue of Liberty, Empire State Building, Brooklyn Bridge, Ellis Island, Manhattan, The Bronx, Yankee Stadium, Times Square and Broadway. Plus many more iconic landmarks including Ground Zero and the 9/11 Museum and Memorial! The two discuss the culture and energy that sets NYC apart! They dabble on the food but this is just part one of a multi episode series of this amazing and memorable trip! This episode is brought to you by Jack Daniel’s, SIG SAUER, Bodyguard Bumpers, Corning FORD, Mickey Thompson Tires, FDNY, and the NYPD!
It’s that time of year again! The 2022 JACK DANIEL'S WORLD CHAMPIONSHIP INVITATIONAL BBQ takes place this coming weekend in Lynchburg, Tennessee and we will be there!! Christie was a judge last year, and now…..she has qualified to compete in her very first JACK! Christie and Chad discuss her short pitmaster career and what it means for her to be competing at The JACK! She gives us some hints but holds back her secrets and for good reason! We wish Christie the best of luck and we can’t wait to see her results this weekend! Good luck Christie! This episode is brought to you by Jack Daniel’s, Traeger Grills, The Provider, The Oyster Bed, and Napa Valley Olive Oil!
Presented by Jack Daniels, David Graham is the real deal! From his upbringing, influences, self-taught guitar style, stage presence, songwriting, and his ability to build an organic audience and following that are as loyal as the day is long! All of this is discussed in this conversation as well as many other interesting facts about this man and the music industry! He is a beast on stage and this conversation will set the tone of just how real this Guitar God is! This episode of This Life Ain’t For Everybody is brought to you by DemerBox, Jack Daniel’s, Traeger Grills, RIGID Lights, Mickey Thompson Tires, and Jack Link’s Protein Snacks!
Presented by Jack Daniel's, Adam is back on the show and his music has never been better! His new album is gaining huge accolades from critics all over the world and we have to say, song to song, this album is as good as country music gets! Adam and Chad discuss the lyrics, the production, the music business, the goals for this album, and the future. They get into what it means to be on the road and living this type of life which we all know isn’t easy! We are happy to have Adam Hood back and we can’t wait for you all to hear it! The episode is brought to you by Jack Daniel’s Tennessee Sour Mash Whiskey, DEMERBOX, Traeger Grills, Mickey Thompson Tires, Four Wheel Parts, and The Scoreboard Nashville!
Breedlove joins us on the show to discuss his approach to music, his songwriting, his inspirations, and his goals! He is going old school and building it from the ground up by playing beaches and bars and honky rinks and letting it ride! His soulful voice will bring you back to a time of Travis Tritt and his delivery will make you reminisce about Joe Cocker! We're a big fan and are proud to have Breedlove on This Life Ain’t For Everybody! This episode is brought to you by DEMER BOX, Jack Daniel’s Tennessee Whiskey, Oakley Eyewear, 4 Wheel Parts, DECKED, Leer Toppers, and Bodyguard Bumpers!
Presented by Jack Daniel's, Of Hatco - Resistol's Ricky Bolin joins the show to explain how he has been a cowboy since birth! From his career as a PRCA Bull Rider and qualifying for the National Finals Rodeo four times to running the largest and most iconic cowboy hat company on earth; Ricky believes in doing things one way, the cowboy way!
Presented by Jack Daniel's, The guys get into television and binge-watching and how things continue to change almost too fast to keep up. Music is another topic and how streaming and social media have changed the game for artists and songs and careers. One thing is for certain, and that is that everything changes. This episode of the podcast is brought to you by Jack Daniel's, LETHAL Products, Mickey Thompson Tires, RIGID Industries, Pro Comp Wheels, and 4 Wheel Parts!
Presented by Jack Daniel's, Chad and Alex get in the weeds about Sturgis, alcohol, partying, living life, friends, and so much more. The conversation leads into several different topics that the guys don’t shy away from. Breakin’ It Down is brought to you by Jack Daniel’s Tennessee Whiskey, American Almond Beef, Napa Valley Olive Oil, Oakley Sunglasses, and Over Under Clothing Company.
Presented by Jack Daniel's, Damn Dasher is back with a bullet. Chad and Hannah dove into everything music, Nashville, cooking, and honoring the greats like Waylon and Dwight and many others! She is a woman in Music City but always says she is “one of the boys!” We love us some Hannah and if you listen to this you’re gonna love her too! This episode is brought to you by Jack Daniel’s, Napa Valley Olive Oil, Champion Targets, and Traeger Grills.
Chad breaks down the podcast series and sends thank you's out to our fans, our followers, our crew and our sponsors! He previews some upcoming guests and sends some shout outs to those involved.
There is still something to be said about real country music and having a voice that will stand the test of time! Michael Ray is a country music singer songwriter who was living in Florida but now resides in Music City USA, Nashville, Tennessee! Chad and Michael get into a deep conversation about the music industry, music row, life on the road, and what it takes to navigate being a country music star! Michael's new single Holy Water is available now on all of your streaming platforms. This episode of the podcast is brought to you by Jack Daniel's Tennessee Sour Mash Whiskey, RESISTOL Cowboy Hats, Corning FORD, Dickie's Workwear, and OAKLEY Sunglasses!
Chad and Alex discuss the give and take of a friendship and what it means to be loyal, passionate, and outgoing to ensure longevity of friendships and relationships. They also break down if they feel that they both are putting everything they have into their friendships.
Chad and Alex discuss the real addiction of social media and if it is really worth it. Do we need it? Who cares about strangers liking our life...and do we even show our true lives on our channels? It has become a major issue in this country so we break down some of our thoughts in regards to this issue. There is even a small side bet at the end to challenge us to live life and not be sucked into the social dilemma.
Tate Fogleman is back on the show to discuss his upcoming race at Pocono Speedway this coming Saturday! Tate will be in the #26 Rackley W.A.R. CHEVY truck for the Camping World NASCAR Truck Series Race! Chad and Tate dive right into his affiliation with Rackley W.A.R. and discuss their strategy for this Saturday. It's time to get back into Victory Lane!
Rob Canatser of Sierra Strength and Speed out of Reno Nevada joins to podcast to talk about why athletes need to know the differences between strength and speed. Rob also talks about being focused or "in the mode" when training as mental preparation is just as important when training.
We're breakin' down the 2022 Reno Rodeo and what we experiences and saw go down at one of Reno's biggest events of the year. We discuss professional baseball stadiums and how bad the surrounding areas have become.
Joe West is a former Major League Baseball umpire. Joe umpired over 43 years, over 5400 ball games, and countless historic moments. Joe shares stores of his umpire experiences and his thoughts on players using steroids and some of his favorite baseball players.
Walker Buehler is the Los Angeles Dodgers star pitcher. The guys discuss some of the new rules in MLB and some of Walker's experiences playing American's favorite pastime sport.
E314 - Dillon Carmichael - Country Singer-Songwriter by Chad Belding
One of the greatest country music artist joins the podcast. Tracy Lawrence has landed 40 singles on the billboard country charts including Alibis and Time Marches On which are certified double-platinum. Tracy was born in Atlanta Texas but grew up mostly in Arkansas where he soaked up traditional and outlaw country as well as Southern rock. Tracy shares his thoughts on what it takes to make a single be successful on the radio and some of the big differences in “making it” in country music today versus what it was like in the 80s & 90s.
Former Penn State wrestling great Bo Nickal celebrates his professional MMA debut with a win against John Nolan for iKON FC3. Bo shares stores from that fight and the work that it took to get there.
Cody Stamann is a mixed martial artist and competes in the Bantamweight division of the UFC. Cody's talks a bit out his upcoming UFC Fight Night with Eddie Wineland. We get an insider look at how he trains and keeps focus for his upcoming fights.
E310 - Brett Kissell - Country Singer by Chad Belding
Chad and Alex discuss the recent controversial political statements made by the Giants Head Coach Gabe Kapler's and the Golden State Warriors Steve Kerr over gun control laws. As more coaches and athletes use their platforms for discussing their political viewpoints it has turned many loyal fans off to their favorite games. Topics discussed jump around a bit so it's not all doom and gloom.
First DJ ever signed to a major Nashville Record Label, RCA Nashville. Dee Jay Silver has been a top touring DJ/remixer/producer for the past 15 years, having played in premier venues in virtually every major market in the U.S., Mexico, and Canada.
Chad and Alex recap their crazy weekend at The Talladega Super Speedway watching Nascar and hanging out with great people!
Chad and Alex don't hold back their thoughts on our current society here in the United States and how many individuals just don't care how they treat their cities and citizens.
Rocky Dale Davis is a stand up comic who has become a fan favorite with his raw and unapologetic approach to his art and life. He has built a fan base the old fashioned way, from hitting the comedy clubs and making people fall down laughing until they can’t take it anymore. He is a must see and this episode is a must listen as Chad weaves in and out of Rocky’s life and career until they reach a common ground of a Jack Daniel’s on ice and a toast to the good life!
Kasey Tyndall is a female country singer-songwriter from North Carolina and is now turning heads in Nashville with her Country / Rock / Gospel style. Chad and Kasey discuss her start into country music, what gives her ideas to write her songs and what it’s like to be an upcoming female artist in Nashville. She also performs her next single to be released called “Babies”.
Chad and Alex discuss the different ways aging celebrities have tried to stay relevant today. The guys also compare stand-up comedy of today vs the 90's and early 2000's.
Michael is a physician who specializes in Internal Medicine in Reno, Nevada. Chad and Michael discuss heart health and ways to improve your health through creating better habits in your diet and exercise.
Rob is the owner of Sierra Strength & Speed. A Certified Athletic Trainer and Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist with 25 years’ experience, Rob spent his first 10 years in Division I and Division II intercollegiate athletics. Whether it’s working out or eating right, there is some great information in this podcast to help you live life as healthy as possible.
HARDY took home Songwriter of the Year at the 2022 Academy of Country Music Awards. HARDY joins the podcast to discuss his inspirations behind some of his song lyrics and the influences of rock n' roll in his songs.
As you get older questions about living a healthier lifestyle becomes more important to find those answers. The guys breakdown some daily habits that can affect your health and performance at work including drugs, alcohol and caffeine.
Thanks to the outdoors Kirstie Ennis does more now on one leg than she ever even dreamed of doing on two. Kirstie has created the Kirstie Ennis Foundation was created to inspire individuals. The foundation provides education, opportunity, and healing in the outdoors through our recreational therapy clinics and expeditions.
A good friend Bubba wins a body fat loss competition and gets Chad and Alex talking about obesity, lifestyle choices and health in America. The guys jump around to other topics including the historic high gas prices. The guys are able to do some fact checking thanks to Jack Orlandi joining in on the podcast.
Kyle Dake is a freestyle wrestler and is a three-time and the reigning World Champion. Dake also claimed a bronze medal at the 2020 Summer Olympics held in Tokyo. In college, he became the third four-time NCAA Division I National Champion in history, and the only one to ever do so in four different weight classes, and without a redshirt season.
What would the Grizzly Bear sound like if it could sing? It would sound like it had taken lessons from J Edwards. It's that voice that rocks the streets of downtown Nashville, but it's his original songs that bring the city alive again with the spirit of long gone story-tellers. Chad and Edwards talk about song writing and getting into the mechanics of giving meaning in every single word.
An interesting conversation with Chris Knight on his experiences as a songwriter and music artist. Chris not only has his own chart hits but his songs have been covered other country hitmakers like Blake Shelton, Randy Travis, Ty Herndon, Montgomery Gentry and Confederate Railroad.
Chef Michael Hunter is owner of Antler Kitchen and Bar in Canada's most urbane city of Toronto. Growing up in the Canadian outdoors, Michael brings a unique style and flavors to his dishes that are unlike anywhere else. From bear heart to venison neck tacos he is a master to his craft.
Austin Riley is a third baseman for the Atlanta Braves of Major League Baseball. Austin, played a big part in helping his team get into and win the 2021 World Series. Riley was instrumental in the Braves’ 4-2 series victory over the Houston Astros on a memorable Tuesday night to capture their first World Series title since 1995. We’re excited to talk baseball and learn more about Austin.
Ryan Bader is an American MMA fighter and the current Bellator Heavyweight Champion, the former Bellator Light Heavyweight Champion, and the winner of the 2018 Bellator Heavyweight World Grand Prix Tournament. Recently Ryan successfully defended his heavyweight title against Valentin Moldavsky and talks about his future plans.
Many today know Mike Krukow as the color commentator for the Giants, but Mike also was a starting pitcher in the Major Leagues for the Chicago Cubs, Philadelphia Phillies and San Fransisco Giants. Chad and Mike discuss some of the recent cheating scandals in baseball and how the steroids era effected the sport.
The first episode of the Righty Tighty, Lefty Loosey Crescent Podcast Series hosted by Chad and Hal Shaffer. Hal is an Alabama native and lifelong outdoorsman but has a big background in the professional tools business. Hal was in a NASCAR Pit crew for many years and cohost's love of NASCAR and all-things-racing. The guys talk about Crescent Tools as a company and the tools they make for the working man. The guys compare the work ethic of today's generation with previous generations and there is much we can learn from the past.
If you're a company or individual who posts content related to hunter or shooter you probably have noticed the effects of how social media companies can just one day decide to lower your reach to just full on censorship of your content. Chad and Alex tackle this topic of social media censorship and the effects on the hunting and sport shooting community.
Excited to have singer and songwriter Hayes Carll in the podcast room. Hayes has the gift of storytelling and with his rock-roll sound he is a must have on the playlist. We talk about his experience in the music industry and the backstory to some of his hit songs.
Chad and Alex talk about classic comedy movies and the comedian actors in them. The recall movies like Revenge of the Nerds, The Handover, American Pie, a bunch of Adam Sandler movies like Billy Madison, Waterboy, Happy Gilmore and more.
We have Tate Fogleman and Justin Smiley both talented athletes in very different sports. Tate is a professional NASCAR Truck racer who had a dramatic finish to win the 2021 Camping World Truck Series race at Talladega. Justin Smiley is a former NFL guard player. He played college football at Alabama and was a member of the San Fransisco 49ers, Miami Dolphins, Jacksonville Jaguars, and Oakland Raiders.
We have Tate Fogleman and Justin Smiley both talented athletes in very different sports. Tate is a professional NASCAR Truck racer who had a dramatic finish to win the 2021 Camping World Truck Series race at Talladega. Justin Smiley is a former NFL guard player. He played college football at Alabama and was a member of the San Fransisco 49ers, Miami Dolphins, Jacksonville Jaguars, and Oakland Raiders.
The guys discuss their favorite sitcoms that are binge watching worthy like the classics of The Office, Seinfeld, Simpsons, Cheers and more.
The guys talk about Major League Baseball and how today's players, media and the game seems to have lost something from the days when George Brett, Rickey Henderson or Pete Rose played.
As Christmas approaches Chad and Alex talk about their favorite holiday traditions.
Chase Rice is a country music singer and songwriter. Chase co-wrote with Florida Georgia Line Cruise which topped Billboard Hot Country Songs.
Nate Day's Instagram @somedayadventure follows their adventures in the outdoors. Nate's talents in photography and storytelling has lead him working for TAG - Truck Accessories Group, LLC, which is a collection of companies that make it North America’s largest manufacturer and supplier of fiberglass and aluminum truck caps and tonneau covers. These recreational and commercial/fleet products include LEER, SnugTop, Century, Pace Edwards by LEER, and BedSlide brands.
Chad and Alex are back in the studio to talk about their experiences at the 2021 Talladega Speedway NASCAR stockcar and truck races. Chad help collect sponsors for Tate Fogleman, who ended up winning the race for his first career NASCAR national series victory. Talladega Speedway is one of the world's greatest, biggest (2.66 miles), steepest (33 degrees) and the fastest tracks in all of NASCAR courses.
Rebecca Kleefisch is a Wisconsin-proud, conservative mom who believes in turning great ideas into reality, regardless of the odds. In 2010, Wisconsinites elected Rebecca as the state’s 44th Lieutenant Governor, where she championed workforce and economic development for eight years.
Whiskey Myers' frontman Cody Cannon joins us to talk about his experiences being in the music industry, his current tour and what some of his future plans are.
Christie is the editor and publisher of GirlsCanGrill.com, an online magazine dedicated to sharing grilling tips and recipes. This episode is brought to you by Jack Daniels and Traeger Grills.
Kirstie Ennis is a retired U.S. Marine Sergeant, motivational speaker, entrepreneur, snowboarder, mountain climber, left-leg amputee and more.
Frank Liddell is co-founder of Carnival Music, an independent music publishing company headquartered in Nashville, TN. They've produced albums for Miranda Lambert, Darius Rucker, David Nail, Lee Ann Womack, Brandi Carlie, Jack Ingram and more.
Nate Day's Instagram @somedayadventure follows their adventures in the outdoors. Nate's talents in photography and storytelling has lead him working for TAG - Truck Accessories Group, LLC, which is a collection of companies that make it North America’s largest manufacturer and supplier of fiberglass and aluminum truck caps and tonneau covers. These recreational and commercial/fleet products include LEER, SnugTop, Century, Pace Edwards by LEER, and BedSlide brands.
Chad and Alex talk about their recent experience at the sold out Kid Rock concert held in Reno, Nevada. Between the light show, the pyro, and Kid Rock's vocals and performance this was an outstanding concert.
Tuff Hedeman is a four-time World Champion and ProRodeo Hall of Fame bull rider. This episode is presented by Resistol cowboy hats. Tuff's friendship with the late Lane Frost which was depicted in the 1994 film, 8 Seconds.
Patrick McKinney works for LifeSpice Ingredients, a leader in creating unique, craveable proprietary seasoning blends for the food industry. They are experts in studying consumer health and taste trends which help them discover the future flavors and products we see on the shelves in grocery stores.
Fisher's second album "Ain't Scared To Bleed" went Top 30 on the ITunes Country charts and continues to be embraced by fans all around the world. When it came to his 3rd album "Rednecks Like Us" it was reviewed by Country Music People magazine and got 4 out of 5 stars.
What is Sturgis? Why the Black Hills of South Dakota? Chad and Alex attend the 2020 Sturgis Motorcycle Rally, the largest motorcycle rally in the world. It's an event held annually in The Black Hills and in Sturgis, South Dakota. For 10 days for the first week in August there are races, concerts and rides made for every type of Motorcycle riders.
In 2021, Hank Cherry will compete in his ninth year on the Bassmaster Elite Series. Cherry hit the apex of career accomplishments by winning back-to-back the 2021 and the 2020 Academy Sports + Outdoors Bassmaster Classic presented by Huk. Cherry was the 2013 Elite Series Rookie of the Year. Cherry has two other wins to his credit, a Southern Open at Smith Lake in 2012 and the All-Star event in 2013. Cherry starts the 2021 season less than $10,000 from eclipsing the million-dollar mark.
TJ is a former two-time UFC Bantamweight Champion. He competed in the 2011 Ultimate Fighter Season. TJ shares his thoughts on the UF, stories from his past fights and his future plans.
While his storied career has reached such heights as being named the Top New Male Vocalist at the 2006 ACM awards and seeing his single "Watching You" become the Number One Song of the Decade according to Country Aircheck, it’s been more than seven years since Take a Back Road, his last record of new material. Rodney Atkins talks about his past experience and his future in country music.
George "Tuffy" Stone is one of the most influential people in barbecue. He is a six-time World Barbecue Champion Pitmaster, a Barbecue Hall of Fame inductee, a former Marine, a French-trained Chef. He is on the competitive barbecue circuit. He has appeared on the Destination America reality television show BBQ Pitmasters. He runs the team "Cool Smoke" and owns a barbecue restaurant chain called "Q Barbeque". His nickname is "The Professor". He is the author of Cool Smoke- The Art of Great Barbecue. In addition we also have Jed Lirette from Jack Daniel's to discuss all things BBQ.
On his first day in Nashville, Kendell wrote the song "Right Where I Need to Be" which was cut by Gary Allen and peaked at number 5 on Billboard's country music chart. This initial success really boosted Kendell's career as a writer and allowed him to work with a wide array of acts including, Jake Owen, George Strait and many more. As his career progressed he returned to his roots, feeling that a traditional sound was a more natural fit for his writing and own music style. In 2008 he wrote the title track for Jamey Johnson's Grammy nominated album, That Lonesome Song, which yielded the same name as the song. Kendell has also written over 60 songs with country star, Chris Stapleton including his grammy winning track, "Either Way".
Michael Politz is the founder and publisher of Food & Beverage Magazine, the leading online magazine and resource in the industry. Michael has developed and branded multiple celebrity bar and nightlife concepts, and has consulted for Fortune 500 Companies such as Hallmark and Safeway Foods. Michael was recognized as one of Entrepreneur Magazine's Top Forty Executives Under 40.
Hannah Dasher is a newcomer to the Nashville music scene but is quickly making a name for herself with her talents in songwriting, incredible personality, and social savviness. Her ability to blend vintage, traditional southern country with a modern twist is something fans are craving right now. She's written songs for Brad Paisley and others. Find her on TikTok where she started a Stand By Your Pan series where she showcases her personality, her voice and her knack for great southern cooking.
Bo Dean Nickal is an American freestyle wrestler and graduated folkstyle wrestler who competes at 86 kilograms. In freestyle, he claimed the 2019 U23 World Championship and the US Open National championship, and was a finalist at the 2020 US Olympic Team Trials and a Final X contestant in 2019.
Chris Hennessee, singer/songwriter and long time Jamey Johnson band mate, has released “Twilight In The South”. His music can best be described as Southern Country Blues. He's played venues all over the South but spends most of this time in Nashville performing at venues on historic "Lower Broad".
Matt Serra is a former UFC world welterweight champion, an ADCC Submission Wrestling Silver Medalist and Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu black belts under the legendary Renzo Gracie. Serra participated in Season 4 of The Ultimate Fighter and as a coach in Season 6 vs Matt Hughes. Serra now enjoys a flourishing career as he runs two Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu academies in New York.
Gary LeVox is a singer and songwriter and wowed on stage as lead singer of Rascal Flatts for 20 years. Gary is now working on his solo career with his first album called One On One. Gary is passionate about – song writing, performing, fan engagement, charitable causes, hunting and fishing, his family farm, family and faith.
David Meltzer is the Co-founder of Sports 1 Marketing and formerly served as CEO of the renowned Leigh Steinberg Sports & Entertainment agency, which was the inspiration for the movie Jerry Maguire.
Austin is back to talk about his experiences working in the MLB. He talks about his experiences dealing with the pressures of the sport and how to overcome expectations from others and from himself. Riley is a professional baseball third baseman and outfielder for the Atlanta Braves.
Kirstie Ennis is an amazing individual. After being injured in Afghanistan and forced into a medical retirement from her Marine Sergeant service, she found new ways to serve and help others. Her passion for the outdoors and drive to help others, lead her to start the Kirstie Ennis Foundation, a non-profit with an aim to provide education, opportunity, and healing in the outdoors through our recreational therapy clinics and expeditions. The organization also introduces new and recycled medical device technology to underserved communities around the world. For more information please visit: https://kirstieennisfoundation.com/
Jack Ingram is a country music artist from the great state of Texas. His songs are amazing and his ability to capture the moments in his songwriting and story-telling is why we love his music. Jack talks about his new album called The Marfa Tapes made in collaboration with Miranda Lambert and Jon Randall.
Chad’s love of BBQ comes from his belief that it’s more than just food- it’s a language that everyone can understand. Co-founder of Whiskey Bent BBQ, a competition BBQ team and BBQ supply shop, Chad has won multiple awards with over 200 top 10 overall and category finishes. Chad has also appeared on the hit TV show Chopped and is a regular guest on The Dan Patrick Show.
Brent Cobb is a Grammy-nominated southern country singer-songwriter. He's written songs for a variety of country artists, including Luke Bryan, Kellie Pickler, Kenny Chesney, Miranda Lambert, Little Big Town, The Oak Ridge Boys and many others. We've had a few great podcasts with Brent Cobb in the past, search them up!
Spencer Lee is a 3x NCAA National Wrestling Champion who represents the University of Iowa Hawkeyes. He is a 2x Dan Hodge Award Winner which is awarded to the best college wrestler in the country each year. Spencer will be entering his senior year at Iowa and we are so proud to have him on the show! And remember, excuses are for Wusses!
Matt Pittman is an award-winning pitmaster who founded Meat Church BBQ and is a Traeger Grills ambassador. Matt is a seasoned pro and offers bbq recipes and bbq techniques.
John Cary is owner of one of the top general contractors in Reno, Nevada and owner of JCS Construction. The guys get into work ethic and the troubles he sees in the construction world. John is also a bit of a fitness nut and has a great information and experiences in that realm.
Dillon Carmichael unleashed his brilliant debut, ‘Hell On An Angel.’ Produced by Dave Cobb—the studio guru behind country radio powerhouses like Chris Stapleton and Zac Brown Band. The New York Times compared Carmichael to Randy Travis and said his rich baritone voice “moves with the heft and certainty of a tractor-trailer,” while NPR praised his “deep holler,” and Parade raved that “Carmichael defines pure country.” He landed on Artist To Watch lists from Billboard, Rolling Stone, Taste of Country, Pandora, and more, reached #2 at Country radio’s Most Added chart with his debut radio single, “Dancing Away With My Heart,” electrified festival crowds from CMA Fest to Dierks Bentley’s Seven Peaks, and earned tour dates with Aaron Lewis, Dwight Yoakam, Trace Adkins, The Cadillac Three, and A Thousand Horses among others.
If you have kids in sports you know there are parents out there that get just too fired up. We take a look at parents who push their kids in sports and why it’s key to finding a balance so kids don’t get burnt out or pushing away good coaches.
Chris Knight is a talented songwriter and a voice to match. His unique style and talents have lead him to produce some of the finest songs in the Americana genre. HIs songs have been covered by country hitmakers like Blake Shelton, Randy Travis, Ty Herndon, Montgomery Gentry, and Confederate Railroad.
Michael Austin Riley is an American professional baseball third baseman and outfielder for the Atlanta Braves of Major League Baseball.
Caleb Ferguson is a professional baseball pitcher for the Los Angeles Dodgers. The guys talk about how the baseball season is going so far, pitching technique and injuries that plague baseball pitchers like Tommy Johns.
Noah Gragson is one of the top racers in NASCAR picking up a few wins in 2020. He drives the No. 9 Chevrolet for JR Motorsports.
Talking about past relationships can be difficult but Chad and Alex tackle this very topic.
Walker Buehler is an American professional baseball pitcher for the Los Angeles Dodgers of Major League Baseball. Walker talks about the rough season and his plans for the future
David Taylor is an American freestyle and graduated folkstyle wrestler who currently competes at 86 kilograms. A three–time US National Champion (six–time finalist), two–time World Cup champion, three–time Pan American champion, and the 2018 Ivan Yarygin Grand Prix champion, Taylor became the 2018 World Champion, notably defeating 2016 Olympic gold medalist and returning World Champion from Iran Hassan Yazdani in the first round. Taylor also had a decorated college career at Penn State as two–time NCAA Division I National Champion, four-time Big Ten Conference champion and two-time Dan Hodge Trophy winner.
Kyle Dake is the reigning Pan American champion, a two–time US National champion, 2018 World Cup champion and 2018 Ivan Yarygin Grand Prix silver medalist, Dake has won two back–to–back World Championships at 79 kilograms by defeating 2016 Olympic medalist Jabrayil Hasanov in the finals, in 2018 and 2019.
Ryan Bader is the current Bellator Heavyweight Champion and the former Bellator Light Heavyweight Champion. Prior to signing with Bellator, Bader competed for the Ultimate Fighting Championship in the Light Heavyweight division. There, Bader achieved success as a top 5 Light Heavyweight contender and he compiled a UFC record of 15–5. He was a cast member and winner of The Ultimate Fighter.
Charlie Blackmon is a professional baseball outfielder for the Colorado Rockies.
Over the years, Travis Tritt has won two Grammy Awards and four CMA Awards and has been inducted as a member of the Grand Ole Opry. Among his 11 studio albums, seven have been certified platinum or higher. He dominated the country airways in the 90s and after a long break released a new album ‘Set In Stone’. Tritt shares stories of his songwriting and experiences.
Chad and Alex breaking down what it means to be a hipster. What do they believe? What do they wear? what do they do? What about Foodies? Lots of questions and maybe the guys get to the answers but they for sure make it interesting.
Tennessee native Lexi Phillips is the Assistant Distiller at Jack Daniel's. She is the first female to hold that position! “Making Tennessee Whiskey has been my life’s passion, and I am grateful to be able to inspire a new generation of women to follow in my footsteps.”
Pepsi Gulf Coast Jam in beautiful Panama City Beach, FL brings the nations largest Country Music stars to the gorgeous emerald coast. This past year was a bust due to Covid but this year Luke Bryan Brad Paisley, Skynyrd and more are schedule to play June 4th - 6th 2021. We talk with founder Rendy Lovelady to talk about the challenges but the excitement to bring people some much needed fun and good live country music. https://gulfcoastjam.com/
Filling the shoes of retired Jeff Arnett, Master Distiller of Jack Daniel's will be no easy task! But Chris Fletcher is up for the task; he's got the education, the training and the genes! Fletcher had previously served for six years as Assistant Master Distiller under Arnett and will now be responsible for the overall quality of Jack Daniel’s from “grain to glass,” innovation and serve as a global ambassador. In addition, he will oversee the distillery’s new “Distillers in Training” program which aims to recruit, teach, and mentor the next generation of whiskey makers.
Chad and Alex talk about different Jack Daniel's cocktails and life around drinking and balancing life goals. This episode is brought to you down by Jack Daniel's.
Sweet Tea is a trio of three country singers out of Nashville, TN. The girls share their experiences of the music industry and stories behind their songs.
Caught in a battle between the southern blues man in his soul and the country gentleman his momma raised him to be, the two worlds collide on Charlie Argo's sleeve, where the babyfaced crooner wears his heart.
Love it or hate it, social media platforms have taken over our personal lives and businesses marketing. Some have resisted but its rare to not have it involved in our lives and influsing our thoughts. Chad and Alex talk about their experiences and how you can make it work for your business and connect with friends. The Breaking It Down Podcast Series is brought to you by Jack Daniel's.
Chad and Alex get into a topic that is close to their hearts and to many others! Food, cooking and diets. The Breaking It Down Series is brought to you by Jack Daniel's and AmericanAlmondBeef.com
Chad and Alex start with political topics but then find themselves talking about their favorite comedians. This series is brought to you by Jack Daniel’s.
Chad and Crosby venture into the world of celebrity lifestyle. Their perspective is a funny look at the humble and not so humble and the publics fascination into every aspect of their lives including their relationships.
Chad and Alex get into why it's a good idea to have a beard, the realities of upkeep, andthe haircuts they would have if they weren't bald. The Breaking It Down Podcast Series is brought to you by Jack Daniels.
A new series we are calling Breaking It Down with Chad Belding and Alex Crosby. This episode the guys talk about their favorite cocktails, beers etc. This episode is brought to you by Jack Daniel's
Michael Ray is an American country music singer and songwriter. Michael shares stories of writing songs and live as a Nashville artist. Plus, Ray talks about the release of his new single Whiskey and Rain.
John Cary is owner of JSC Construction and they are one of the top custom home builders out of Reno, Nevada. John founded his company based on traditional values and a strong work ethic and shares some of experiences building up a successful company. John is also a bit of a fitness and weightlifting guru and the guys discuss paths to fitness success there as well.
John Cary is owner of JSC Construction and they are one of the top custom home builders out of Reno, Nevada. John founded his company based on traditional values and a strong work ethic and shares some of experiences building up a successful company. John is also a bit of a fitness and weightlifting guru and the guys discuss paths to fitness success there as well.
Matt Pendola is a professional fitness coach who works with top professional athletes and even down to normal humans looking to improve their health or performance for certain activities like hunting or just living life. Check out Matt's website https://pendolatraining.com/
Josh Hader is a two-time All-Star and two-time winner of the National League Reliever of the Year Award. We're excited to have Josh on the podcast and to hear his stories of working his way up to to the major leagues and becoming one of the top relievers in the league.
Gatr Coolers is a family owned and operated business based in Louisiana. They specialize in durable coolers, ice chests and drinkware. Bryan is an outdoorsman and knows the importance of having products that can withstand the elements and rugged used.
Evoking classic styles from outlaw country to Southern rock, Cody Jinks shifted from a career in thrash metal to that of a successful country rebel, issuing several well-received indie releases in the early 2010s before breaking into the mainstream with his self-released sixth album, I'm Not the Devil, which reached number four on the Billboard country charts in 2016.
Although Chuck “Iceman” Liddell has been retired from the UFC for some time he still is one of the most recognized names in the mixed martial arts world. Chuck is the former UFC Light Heavyweight Champion. He has an extensive striking background in Kenpo, Karate, and Kickboxing, as well as a grappling background in collegiate wrestling and Brazilian jiu-jitsu.
At Napa Valley Olive Oil Manufacturing Company they have the most authentic high quality Italian food and products in the area, but olive oil is their specialty. Family owned and operated, they have been in business since 1931 and their techniques and processes in olive oil making have never been altered in any way. Their olive oil is available for purchase by the jug. You can find them at nvoliveoilmfg.com
Hunter Glenn Estate Winery was founded by 4th generation Napa Valley family. Nestled back into the hillsides of the Mayacamas Mountains, their family farm vineyard is hidden, rustic and true-to-its-core Napa feel. It's a place you need to visit and taste their portfolio of complex wine.
Hank and Garret of G-Ratt Baits make hand-crafted baits to help you catch the biggest fish. These baits are tried and true. They work. Simple as that.
Pardi began writing music at the age of 12 and had formed his own band by 14. He moved to Nashville after high school and signed with Capitol Nashville, and has since released three studio albums including his most recent, 2019's Heartache Medication. He scored his first No. 1 single in 2015 with "Head Over Boots," following that with his second No. 1, "Dirt on My Boots," in 2016. Last year, he earned his third trip to the top spot with Heartache Medication's title track.
Joshua Hayes is a singer-songwriter from Woodland, Texas. Little Rock was the first self-released album to reach No. 1 on the Americana Chart. "She Left Me For Jesus," which appeared on Trouble in Mind, was the Americana Music Association Song of the Year 2008. Also in 2016 Carll was nominated for a Grammy Awards for Best Country Song "Chances Are".
David is a two-time Olympic Gold medalist. He has won six Grand Prix, six World Cups, 3 X Games and one Freeski World Championship. David grew up in Reno, Nevada and is a avid outdoorsman with a passion to live off the land.
Travis T-bone Turner, co-host of Michael Waddell's Bone Collector TV Show on the Outdoor Channel, is a certified professional archer on the pro-staff of Realtree Outdoors.
Brent Cobb, Ben Ratliff and Shawn Radford join Chad at Duck camp. Brent plays a few of our favorite songs and the guys talk about the music industry and making a living in it. This episode is brought to you by Jack Daniels
Niko Moon, is a singer/songwriter signed to Sony Music Nashville/RCA Nashville. He has written songs for the Zac Brown Band and was also a member of the group Sir Rosevelt with Zac Brown and Ben Simonetti.
Jordan Harbertson is owner and co-founder of MTN OPS and is an avid outdoorsman. Jordan's passion for hunting and outdoor activities has influenced the direction of MTN OPS as an outdoor performance supplement. Check out their products here: www.mtnops.com
Charles Cobb Blackmon, nicknamed "Chuck Nazty", is an American professional baseball outfielder for the Colorado Rockies of Major League Baseball.
Walker Anthony Buehler is an American professional baseball pitcher for the Los Angeles Dodgers of Major League Baseball. He played college baseball for the Vanderbilt Commodores and was a member of their 2014 College World Series.
Jordan is co founder of Mtn Ops, a performance supplement company focused on the outdoor and hunting lifestyle. We've experienced the success using Mtn Ops when training for hunts and now we get the backstory and science involved in making their product we relied on.
Chris Knight's talent for songwriting has served him well. He's won a loyal audience for his stories of the rocky emotional landscape of ordinary lives, expressed in the warm but rough-hewn tone of his Kentucky-accented voice. But he's also struck gold with other artists recording his tunes, and his work has been covered by country hitmakers like Blake Shelton, Randy Travis, Ty Herndon, Montgomery Gentry, and Confederate Railroad.
Scott Graves is founder of Special Ops Xcursions, a volunteer nonprofit organization devoted to providing outdoor adventure to active duty Special Operations Warriors and their families.
Riley Green is a country music singer-songwriter and saw his first success with his hit single "There Was This Girl" back in 2018. Riley was raised on the sounds of old traditional Country, Bluegrass, and Southern Gospel music. Riley is an avid outdoorsman and when he's not on tour or in the studio making music he spends time out in the duck blind with friends and family.
A native to Spearfish, South Dakota, Nick Mundt has lived, breathed and loved hunting since he was a young boy. Nick spent more than 15 years as a licensed guide at Seven J Outfitters and many know him from the Bone Collector TV Series and Realtree Road trips. Nick is known to consistently get it done with big animals, no matter where he is. Nick has a passion for the outdoors and conservation which is a big part of what he wants to teach non-hunters and hunters alike.
Adam Hood and the best Nashville tour manager Ben Ratliff joins the podcast to talk about the Nashville music scene and share stories of writing songs and industry experiences in this crazy time of the pandemic. Adam also sings a few of our favorite songs. Give it a listen!
Tim Montana is an Outlaw Country singer and songwriter. His single "This Beard Came Here to Party" was adopted by the Boston Red Sox as the theme song of their 2013 post-season run. Whether he’s performing onstage with ZZ Top in front of a crowd of thousands, kicking it with his friend Dave Grohl at a Foo Fighters gig or racing ATVs with extreme-sports star Travis Pastrana, Tim Montana has a knack for always being in the right place at the right time. But don’t chalk it up to luck. Rather, it’s Montana’s innate talent, unrelenting hustle and magnetic charisma that have made the country-rock singer-songwriter a dude that everyone — from the famous to the blue-collar — wants to be around.
Biff talks about the discipline it takes to be a fighter pilot and some of his experiences as a pilot for the U.S. Navy.
Solo artist. Frontman. Behind-the-scenes songwriter. For more than a decade, Adam Hood has left his mark both onstage and in the writing room, carving out a southern sound that mixes equal parts country, soul and American roots music.
Brent Cobb joins the podcast to share stories from the release of his highly anticipated new album "Keep ‘Em On They Toes”. His past album Shine On Rainy Day peaked at number 17 on Billboard's Top Country Albums chart. Cobb also received a 2018 Grammy Award nomination for this album. Cobb has written songs for a variety of country artists, including Luke Bryan, Kellie Pickler, Kenny Chesney, Miranda Lambert, Little Big Town, The Oak Ridge Boys as well as many others.
Chris Knight's talent for songwriting has served him well. He's won a loyal audience for his stories of the rocky emotional landscape of ordinary lives, expressed in the warm but rough-hewn tone of his Kentucky-accented voice. But he's also struck gold with other artists recording his tunes, and his work has been covered by country hitmakers like Blake Shelton, Randy Travis, Ty Herndon, Montgomery Gentry, and Confederate Railroad.
Craig Morgan’s resume is one of the most varied and impressive on earth–soldier, sheriff’s deputy, EMT, adventurer, TV host, motocross racer, outdoorsman, farmer, family man. And then there is the career that ties it all together, a country music artist.
Charlie is the lead singer, guitarist and songwriter for Blackberry Smoke, a rock band from Atlanta, Georgia. They have performed throughout the United States both as headliner and as the supporting act for artists such as Zac Brown Band, Eric Church, ZZ Top and Lynyrd Skynyrd.
Few artists have a voice you can spot from note one. Leah is one of them. Born in Sandy Hook, KY, Blevins discovered her passion for expressing words, stories and life experiences through song at an early age. She has refined her passion for song writing in her sophomore EP, Walk Home (2018). Heavily influenced by church hymns and country and rock legends Emmylou Harris, Loretta Lynn, Dolly Parton, Stevie Nicks, and Janis Joplin, Leah’s distinct country, bluesy songwriting and voice differentiates her from the ordinary singer/songwriter in Nashville.
Randy is a Country singer and songwriter and son to Billy Montana, who is a bit of a legend in the Nashville area writing big hit sons for Garth Brooks and more. Randy has opened for artists including Lady Antebellum, Grand Ole Opry member Little Big Town, Taylor Swift and Sugarland. We're excite to have him on the podcast to share his experiences of living that lifestyle in Music City!
The Vegabonds got their start in Alabama in 2009 by playing the college circuit across the Southeastern United States. Their popularity quickly burgeoned with their Southern Rock, Country and earnest songwriting. Daniel is the lead vocalist and songwriter. Bryan is on the drums.
Travis Denning is an American country music singer and songwriter. He has charted with the singles "David Ashley Parker from Powder Springs" and "After a Few", the latter of which has reached number one on the United States Country Airplay chart.
Michael Austin Riley is an American professional baseball third baseman and outfielder for the Atlanta Braves of Major League Baseball.
T.J. Dillashaw is an American mixed martial artist currently signed with the Ultimate Fighting Championship, in which he is the former two-time UFC Bantamweight Champion.
In 1987 Jackie Bushman created the #1 deer hunting magazine in America called Buckmasters BBC Whitetail Magazine. The goal was to promote the positivity of sportsmanship and wildlife conservation within the deer hunting community. From there Jackie has grown into one of the top characters in the hunting industry. Jackie went on to create RACK and GunHunter Magazines. Jackie also opened the doors for TV hunting shows with his Buckmasters tv show which began airing on TNN in 1988. Buckmasters continues on The Outdoor Channel along with "The Jackie Bushman Show".
Justin Moore has built a loyal fanbase over the past decade with his traditional Country sound and captivating live shows. Those fans helped boost his fifth studio album, LATE NIGHTS AND LONGNECKS, to the top of the charts. The lead track from the Arkansas native’s LP, “The Ones That Didn’t Make It Back Home,” peaked at No. 1 and marked Moore’s eighth chart-topping single on both Mediabase and Billboard charts.
Some of Ray's biggest influences were Alan Jackson, Keith Whitley, Lynyrd Skynyrd, Eric Church & George Strait. In 2016 Ray released his EP "Here We Go Again" which debuted in the top 10 of the charts which lead to tours with Luke Combs and Morgan Wallen. Ray has kept busy on the songwriting with collaboration with Luke Combs.
Heidi Newfield is an American country music artist. She was lead singer, rhythm guitarist and harmonica player for the group Trick Pony, alongside Keith Burns and Ira Dean from 1996 until 2006, when she left in pursuit of a solo career.
Arnett went from being an engineer spending his free time as a Tennessee Squire to coming to work at the distillery in 2001, and then becoming the seventh Master Distiller of Jack Daniel’s, a dream come true. Jeff Arnett was named master distiller of the Jack Daniel Distillery in 2008. His supervision of the entire whiskey-making process of milling, yeasting, fermentation, distillation, charcoal mellowing and maturation ensures the world’s top-selling whiskey label is both in constant supply and true to Jack’s guiding belief that “Every day we make it, we’ll make it the best we can.”
Biff is a Navy Fighter Pilot for the US Navy. Biff talks about some of the different fighters jets like the F18 or the F35. We are thankful for Biff's service and for him taking the time to share some of his experiences as a pilot for the US Navy.
Taste of Country says Tyler Farr is "One of the best male vocalists in Country music today". Tyler has had three No.1 songs to his credit and his first two studio albums debut in the Top 5 on the Billboard 200 Chart. Tyler has teamed up with good friend and producer Jason Aldean to work on new music.
Channing’s songs have been recorded by artists like Tyler Farr, Luke Combs, Jason Eady, and more. He has shared bills with so many of his heroes such as Billy Joe Shaver, Steve Earle, Robert Earl Keen, Tony Joe White, Chris Knight, Dale Watson, and many more including going out on the 2012 Country Throwdown Tour. He has just recently signed a artist/publishing agreement with Warner Chappell and Low Country Sound (Grammy award winning producer Dave Cobb)
Cody is the lead singer and guitarist of Whiskey Myers. The band’s roots stretch back decades into the red dirt of East Texas, where Cannon, Jeffers and Tate first began playing together. The band earned their first no. 1 on the Texas Music Charts with the 2011 follow-up Firewater. Their music has changed over time but hasn't dialed down their Southern Rock rowdiness.
Nashville singer-songwriter Rob Snyder launched Revival–a showcase of Nashville’s rising talent–at the Tin Roof in 2013. He’s dubbed the weekly show “Tuesday Night Church,” since its stage is a church pew. Rob's co-wrote a 4-week #1 smash for Luke Combs called "She's Got the Best of Me".
Chad Payne has been the head of security for Zac Brown Band and Southern Ground companies for many years. Chad is an avid hunter and fisherman and is the type of person you'd want to share the duck blind with.
Paul McDonald is a singer-songwriter from Huntsville, Alabama. He lives in Nashville, Tennessee and placed 8th on the 10th season of American Idol.
David Andrews is an American football center for the New England Patriots of the National Football League.
Forrest Griffin is an American retired mixed martial artist and a UFC Hall of Famer.
Following the recent release of his self-titled debut EP, Singer-songwriter, Kyle Daniel has been named one of Rolling Stone Country’s “10 New Country Artists You Need to Know”.
Eva Shockey is an author, a top TV personality, a rising social media star, a lifestyle blogger, an acclaimed bow hunter, a conservationist and a brand ambassador.
Jedd Gyorko is an American professional baseball third baseman for the Milwaukee Brewers of Major League Baseball.
Eric Sheller and Rob Phillips work for Nutrien AG Solutions which supports farmers with products that help achieve the highest yields with the most sustainable solutions possible. The story of Nutrien is fascinating and their business culture and advance technology show why they are the world's largest provider of crop inputs and services.
Billy Gibbons of ZZ Tops and Tim Montana singer and songwriter join Chad via Zoom to talk about everything from the music industry, some history on ZZ Tops, some of Billy's song writing, and where you can find the best BBQ in the United States. Tim and Billy share the story behind starting up their hot sauce called Beez & Teez Whisker Bomb Pepper Sauce. You need to check it out it's got amazing taste! This episode is brought to you by Traeger Grills.
Lennie Foree is the Marketing Director of Bad Boy Mowers built out of Arkansas USA. These zero turn mowers have built a reputation for being tough, powerful and durable. They get the job done and visually they look bad to the bone! Chad and Lennie talk about the industry and the company roots in the outdoors of Arkansas.
Jon Pardi is an American country music singer, songwriter and record producer. Jon’s Platinum-certified album California Sunrise debuted at #1 on Billboard’s Top Country Albums chart which earned him CMA New Artist Of The Year and ACM New Male Vocalist Of The Year. Pardi dominated the top of the country music charts with consecutive #1 hits including “Dirt On My Boots”k, “Head Over Boots”, “Heartache On The Dance Floor” and more. Jon shares his experiences from his past working his way up in the music industry and stories from working with the likes of Garth Brooks and more. This episode is brought to you by Jack Daniels.
Born in Jacksonville, Alabama, Riley Green was raised on the sounds of traditional country, bluegrass, and southern gospel music. His #1 hit song "There was this girl" launched his career into the spotlight and he has not stopped delivering. Riley shares stories of writing some of his past songs and talks about his passion for being outdoors fishing and hunting.
Randy Couture has built his reputation as one of the greatest and most decorated MMA fighters in the world. A high school wrestling state champion, U.S. Army soldier, three-time NCAA All-American, international Greco-Roman competitor and six-time UFC World Champion and Hall of Famer, Randy Couture is a true icon in the sport of Mixed Martial Arts and the (UFC). In addition to his stellar standing in combat sports, Randy is also a successful businessman, actor and best-selling author. Couture has his own chain of gyms, Xtreme Couture MMA, and a clothing line, Xtreme Couture Clothing. He also founded and runs the Xtreme Couture GI Foundation, which raises awareness and financially supports wounded veterans. Randy shares with us some stories behind his MMA career and his business ventures.
A good-timing, honky-tonkin’, band-leading, song-writing, love-song-singing, blues-harp-blowing, tradition-nurturing, genre-busting, crowd-carrying, full-hearted flag bearer for all that’s true about music. Music fans know Heidi for fronting Trick Pony, which pack houses nationwide, and won numerous awards. Today, Heidi is continuing her creativity with her solo career and putting out great music in her distinctive voice.
David taylor is an American world champion freestyle wrestler and former folkstyle wrestler. WIN magazine twice awarded Taylor the Dan Hodge Trophy as the most outstanding folkstyle wrestler in college wrestling.
Brent Metcalf was a two-time NCAA wrestling champion, and a two-time Big 10 champion for the University of Iowa at 149 pounds with a career college record of 109-3. Brent was also a member of the U.S. freestyle World Championship teams with two national event wins. Brent was inducted into the National Wrestling Hall-of-Fame. Brent talks about his path into the wrestling world and some of his experiences competing at the elite level. The guys also talk how MMA and the UFC have influenced the path of young wrestlers. This episode is brought to you by Mtn Ops
Jeremy Andrus is the President & CEO and Board Member of Traeger Grills. His story of how he became involved with Traeger is interesting and tumultuous but with a bit of luck and great leadership he quickly turned things around and capitalized on what every backyard cooker already knew, that Traeger wood-fire grills are amazing and creates delicious BBQ meals! We're excited to have Jeremy on the podcast and to learn more about his story and the story of Traeger Grills.
Travis 'T-Bone' Turner is a world-renowned hunter and one of the most revered archers in the world. Over the past thirty years, he has won many state championship titles in addition to winning the 1991 ASA World Championship, earning his distinction as an ASA Pro shooter. Travis is a co-host of Bone Collector hunting TV show and part of the Realtree hunt team. Travis is one-of-kind This episode is brought to you by Jack Daniels.
A native of Spearfish, South Dakota, licensed hunting guide in Wyoming for 15 years, Realtree cameraman for 9 years, Bone Collector co-host, and a barber by trade, Nick Mundt has lived, breathed, and loved hunting since he was a young boy. Nick shares stories how he got started with Michael Waddell and Bone Collector. The guys also talk about how hunters play a vital in wildlife conservation.
Michael Waddell created the wildly popular Bone Collector hunting TV show with the help of his co-hosts Nick Mundt and T-Bone. Michael's talents as a host, hunter and businessman has built his name as one of the most recognizable in the hunt industry, but he's one of the most humbled guys you'll ever talk to. Michael and Chad talk about wild-game cooking, hunting turkeys and how the Corona Virus is effecting their operations. This episode is brought to you by Realtree Camo
Joseph Maguire is the former Director of the National Counterterrorism Center and former acting Director of National Intelligence. He retired from the United States Navy as a Vice Admiral in 2010 after 36 years of military service. He is humble about his accomplishments but he continues to give back to the military with his work with the Special Operations Warrior Foundation. Check it out here: www.specialops.org.
Jeremy Popoff is a singer-songwriter and guitarist for the hit band Lit. Jeremy talks about some of his musical influences, growing up in SoCal and stories forming the band Lit. This podcast episode is brought to you by Jack Daniels.
Alley Beck is an amazing artist who mixes her passion for the outdoors, wildlife and fly fishing into beautiful works of art. She talk about the challenges of getting the right look of the wildlife. You can find some of her wildlife paintings on instagram at @alleybeckstanley. This episode is brought to you by Jack Daniels.
Urijah Faber has taken his work ethic from the gym to business and has created a strong brand with his Ultimate Fitness Gym in Sacramento, his Team Alpha Fight Team, real estate, clothing, his movie appearances, and the list goes on. Urijah joins us on this podcast, on the go, of course to talk about the fight game, quarantine life and other interesting topics you won't want to miss. This episode is brought to you by Gerber Gear and Bad Boy Mowers.
2020 is Stetson Blaylock's fourth year on the Bassmaster Elite Series. He won the 2019 Elite Series tournament on Winyah Bay. Blaylock fished his first year on the Bassmaster Elite Series in 2017 after a successful 10 years on the FLW Tour. He qualified for the Elite Series via a second-place finish in the Southern Opens points race after notching three Top 15's that year.
Leith Loftin released his new album Taking On Water. Find it on itunes, amazon or where ever you get your music. Chad and Leith talk about the stories behind some of his songs and he treats us as he plays a few of our favorite tunes from his house studio in Music City, Nashville. This podcast is brought to you by Gerber Knives and Whiskey Jam.
Safari Club International is a U.S. based organization with more than 50,000 hunters dedicated to protecting the right to hunt and to promote wildlife conservation worldwide. Chip Hunnicutt and Ben Cassidy both work for SCI and reveal how the organization fights for all hunter rights with the U.S. Congress, state legislatures and wildlife commissions in Canada, European Union and elsewhere internationally.
For more than a decade, Adam Hood has left his mark both onstage and in the writing room, carving out a southern sound that mixes equal parts country, soul and American roots music. Adam shares some stories from his musical past writing songs and performing on stage.
Bryan is co-founder of Gatr Coolers out of Louisiana. This innovated company is making some of the best coolers on the market. Gatr Coolers has developed a loyal fan base with their durability and top rated heat/cool retention that can keep ice for many days, all for a very reasonable price . Bryan is a business entrepreneur with a passion for the outdoors and hunting which is a big influence into the core of Gatr Coolers.
Chad Mendes is a retired professional mixed martial artist who had a successful career in the Ultimate Fighting Championship. Chad talks about his fight with Conor McGregor and other past fights. Chad is now pursuing his passion of hunting and fishing. With his good friend Mike Pappa, they started Finz & Featherz, a hunting and fishing guide service. Their goal is to create unforgettable adventures. They guide all sorts of hunts and fishing styles. They helicopter hog hunts in Texas or wild pig hunt in California, gator hunts in Florida, San Diego Tuna trips, big game hunts all across the country and fishing and pheasant hunting along the Sacramento River and Feather River.
Charlotte Leigh has a beautiful voice and with her sultry sound and ability to write moving songs you'll see why she is a hot up and coming Nashville star. Charlotte just released her new single "Coffee Black". Charlotte grew up in Arkansas and but moved to Nashville to pursue music and her calling. Chad and Charlotte talk about everything from country music in Nashville, how they are getting through this pandemic and writing songs.
Drake White is an Nashville country singer / songwriter. Drake, just released his new album Stars, which you'll want to check out. Drake talks a bit about freestyling and how artist like Eminem, John Prime, Busta Rhymes, Bob Dylan and more have a special ability to make words flow. Drake talks about his brain injury and how his wife Alex has helped him battle back to recovery and now he's finding his way back doing what he loves with his campfire style music and his connection with the outdoors.
Brett is a South Florida Outdoorsman who lives a hunter lifestyle. He hunts all over the country from whitetails in the midwest, gators in southern swamps, wild turkeys in Florida. Brett is also an accomplished fishermen with a billfish world record for catching and releasing all 9 billfish species of the world in just 26 days. Brett shares some of his amazing stories hunting and fishing including some close calls with sharks.
Dan 'H-Bomb' Henderson is a retired American mixed martial artist and Olympic wrestler. Dan had a successful career in the UFC and Pride arena and has earned one of the most recognizable names in the industry. Dan now has his own gym creating new champions in the world of Mixed Martial Arts in Temecula California. Chad and Dan talk about the current MMA industry and the new fighters in the spotlight.
Chad Ward owns and operates Whiskey Bent BBQ as well as heads up the BBQ Team Marketing for Traeger Grills. Chad and Chad discuss the explosion of Traeger, dive into some recipes, touch on the benefits in a good dry rub, and get into what is happening with Traeger Nation currently. It’s an awesome episode and we hope you enjoy it! This episode was brought to you by Traeger Grills and Jack Daniels U.S.A.
Tyler Stark is Director of Marketing at Traeger Grills. The culture at Traeger is second to none and it keeps growing! Tyler has accomplished a lot in a short time with his efforts mixed with those of his team and it is no doubt that Traeger is sweeping across the nation. They are the best backyard grilling units ever with their design and build, and when you mix that with genius marketing, you get results. This episode is brought to you by Traeger Grills and Busch Brand Beer!
Mitch is Vice President of Programming for the Outdoor Channel Network. Mitch is perfect for this position with his experience in marketing and being an accomplished hunter and fisherman. Chad and Mitch record this one in their separate studios to discuss how the Coronavirus is affecting the hunting tv industry and hunters in-general. The guys get into the shows they are watching like Tiger King, McMillions, Making a Murder and more.
Brent Cobb has released a new song entitled...The World Is Ending and although it was written almost a decade ago, there has never been a more relevant time to hear this masterpiece. Brent joins Chad from a dirt road in Georgia to discuss the current state of life and music and business and friends and everything else that goes into this crazy thing we call....The World! We hope you enjoy this awesome episode and it was brought to you by Busch Beer and Gerber Gear and Knives!
This Spring Training Ain’t For Everybody!! That’s for sure! As the players learn that Spring Training has been cancelled and they become stuck in limbo due to The Coronavirus. The 2019 National League All-Star and Colorado Rockies starting Right Fielder Charlie Blackmon sits down in Chad’s Arizona studio to discuss baseball and how special of a sport it truly is! John Cary joins the conversation again and the guys get into Charlies’ story and his daily approach to a game that is so hard to stay successful at and then jump into how John’s fogging career parallels Charlie’s career! It is an authentic discussion where we learn what has made Chuck Nasty such a force to be reckon with on the baseball field! This episode is brought to you by RIGID INDUSTRIES and Gerber Knives!
Chad continues his Spring Training Podcast Season as he is joined by Caleb Ferguson and Will Smith of the Los Angeles Dodgers. John Cary, professional fighter also joins in on the conversation and the four of them weave in and out of the disciplines needed to become a professional baseball player, just how good of athletes are baseball players, little things that they both work on daily to better themselves. And if intimidation ever plays a roll! These two are the future of the Los Angeles Dodgers and they are proud to carry that torch! This episode is brought to you by Badge Caps and Bodyguard Bumpers!
Chad is joined at his studio in Scottsdale, Arizona by Major League Baseball player Caleb Ferguson and good friend John Cary. Caleb is a standout left handed pitcher for the Los Angeles Dodgers. He has a 97 mph fastball and an insane slider! He is projected to be a big part of the Dodger’s 2020 Championship run! Chad goes in-depth with Celeb in regards to his mental approach, getting to the big leagues, staying in the big leagues, and the road that Caleb endured to get to where he is! It’s a bad ass story and one that we are proud to bring you! This episode is brought to you by Gerber Knives and Jack Link’s Protein Snacks!
THIS LIFE AIN’T FOR EVERYBODY FOGHT WEEK continues as Chad is joined by Kelley Perotti! Kelley is a Two Time Brazilian Jiu Jitsu World Champion and the owner of ATOS RENO JIU JITSU. She discusses her current business model with Chad as well as gets in depth about her training regimen as her next tournament nears! The meat of the discussion is wrapped around how beneficial Jiu Jitsu is for newbies in regards to self defense, confidence, getting in shape, becoming more flexible, etc. Kelley is on a mission and we are ready to help her fight the good fight in getting her message out there that Jiu Jitsu is for EVERYBODY! This episode is brought to you by OAKLEY Eyewear and Banded Brands!
This Life Ain't For Everybody Podcast Fight Week continues as Chad is joined in studio by one of his good friends and former guests Joey Gilbert! Joey is an attorney and a very successful one at that, but first and foremost, Joey Gilbert is a boxer, a fighter, a champion, and an authority on the fight game! Joey tried to school Chad with his opinions on current match ups, fights that just went down like the Deontay Wilder vs Tyson Fury, and the future of MMA and boxing. Chad tried to keep up but he pretty much shuts up and listens and Joey rains down knowledge with lefts and rights and a few upper cuts, and maybe one or two cheap shots. Chad is resilient though and takes them on the chin as he begins to fire back some! This won’t be the last time Joey is in our studio and we will have more news on that soon! This episode is brought to you by Benelli USA and Federal Premium Ammunition.
Chad is joined in studio again by Scott Schellin. Scott is a successful business man in the insurance field but he is also an authority in combat sports including college boxing, professional boxing, and mixed martial arts. Scott brings his A Game in a discussion that proves to be full of fight knowledge and opinions. The conversation touches on the Wilder-Fury 2 fights McGregor, Kabib, Mike Tyson, jon Jones, and the trailblazers like Liddell and Hughes and GSP. Chad and Scott are even joined by Dan ‘Hendo’ Henderson via phone and he weighs in on some of the current state of affairs in the fight game! It is an entertaining episode and one that is sure to bring Scott back for more soon! This episode is brought to you by Vortex Optics and Gerber Knives!
Chad and Matt sit down to continue their on-going discussion of different approaches and ideologies when it comes to training, not just your body, but your mind as well. Transparency has been key thus far and that theme continues as the guys dig into areas that people often only talk to themselves about. We were thinking this would be a three part series but as we neared the end of part 3, it became apparent that these topics would need more of our time. So then....maybe a part 4 is around the corner! This episode is brought to you by Gerber Knives and MTN OPS!
Matt is back in studio with Chad to really get deep in the weeds regarding the mental approach of fitness, vanity, making life changes, setting goals and following through. It’s a must listen for all of those who are facing these choices on how do I get better?! Chad and Matt don’t have all of the answers but they go in depth in several areas that will provide help to anyone looking to start down this path of change! This episode is brought to you by Pendola Training and Dick Cepek Tires & Wheels!
Chad is joined in studio by Matt Pendola. You all know Matt from his previous appearances and he is back to discuss a new selection of topics. Matt who currently hosts his own podcast called The Pendola Project goes into depth about his training methods, ways to approach training and fitness mentally, nutrition, and last but not least, Chad and Matt discuss how part of their story was just told in a very strong article in Muscle and Fitness! Part two and three will be following soon but do yourself a favor and get going on becoming a better version of yourself daily! This episode is brought to you by MTN OPS and Jack Link’s Protein Snacks.
If you ever get a chance to meet Kevin Brooks, you'd see why we think he is one of the nicest guys you'll ever meet. Kevin has great stories growing up in Kentucky, knowing the history of the Kentucky coal Mines, making moonshine and its ties to Nascar Racing, bluegrass music and the Kentucky Derby. Kevin's skills in wood working and love of music got him into building custom mandolin guitars and even some of those guitars were played in the Grand Old Opry! In business Kevin has done very well in his lumber and construction business, Future Designs and Ground Auger, a company that has patent a revolutionary corkscrew auger pole design that has applications in gardening, fishing and hunting products. Beyond Kevin's entrepreneurial spirit his philanthropy work to help the communities in Kentucky just goes to show you what kind of person Kevin is. We hope you enjoy and we look forward to part 2 of our conversation with Kevin. Check out his products at www.groundauger.com
Bill Konway is a professional outdoor, hunting, fishing, lifestyle, documentary and product photographer. Bill has been a staff photographer and photo editor for Realtree for a number of years. His skill with the camera and keen eye for creating dynamic imagery has earn him the reputation as being one of the top photographers in the Outdoor / Hunting World.
We’re at the NWTF convention in Nashville, TN and got a chance to talk with the one and only Bobby Pinson. Bobby has had 13 songs go number one on the music charts, 40 songs in the top 5, a grammy nomination, Songwriter of the year in 2009, and the list goes on! Bobby shares stories writing songs with artist like Eric Church, Toby Keith, Jason Aldean, Jake Owen, Leith Loftin, Dierks Bentley and others. Bobby also talks about learning the craft of songwriting and always having your antennas up observing to buildup your songwriting toolset. Bobby and Chad also talk about going back to the old country music when it was focused on the lyric.
Barrett Hobbs was born in Nashville, TN and his son is 5th generation Nashville. With his deep roots in the area Barrett created the Cumberland Hospitality Group which manages a number of popular downtown Nashville and Gaylord/Music Valley bars and restaurants, including; Whiskey Bent Saloon, Bootleggers Inn, Doc Holiday’s Saloon, Nashville Palace, Scoreboard, John A’s and more. The group also creates and oversees some of Nashville’s biggest outdoor festivals. Chad and Barrett talk about country music industry and how Barrett is in the Honky-tonk Business. His Grand Father started the Nashville Palace in 1977 and was and is a place for Nashville artist to develop and get discovered. He recalls artist like Randy Travis, Ricky Van Shelton, Alan Jackson and Lorrie Morgan getting their start there. Barrett also recalls one of his special experiences was working with Dean Dillion, singer/songwriter.
Tyler Jordan is the host of Realtree Outdoors on The Outdoor Channel and Realtree365 and Realtree Spring Thunder. Tyler grew up in arguable one of the most recognizable hunting families, son to Bill Jordan who started Realtree. The guys get into conservation, hunting, and working to develop and perfect new camouflage patterns. This podcast was recorded during the NWTF convention in Nashville, Tn.
Andy Griggs is an American country music artist who’s had numerous country hits on the Billboard charts. Andy talks about growing up in a musical family but it wasn’t until the passing of his brother and in his grieving he picked up a guitar and got into the country music world. Andy recalls one of his favorite moments in his career was his singing a Shine on Me duet with Waylon Jennings. Andy played a few songs during the podcast, You Won’t Ever Be Lonely, She’s More, D’em Boyz, Rambling Man and Outlaw Women. T-bone from team Realtree and co-host of Bone Collector joins the conversation late but jumps right in talking country music and the shared passion for hunting and the outdoors. According to Andy if you play a G-note on a guitar near a bees nest you’ll find yourself running from a pack of angry bees.
We’re at Honey Brake Lodge in Louisiana hunting with Troy Link, owner of Jack Link’s Jerky. Troy talks about his long family heritage and generational knowledge in the meat industry and how their humble family run business has grown to the most recognized meat snack in the world. It’s truly an American success story and Troy attributes the success to the Jack Link’s work culture and his “Team” of talented workers that has helped get the company to where it is.
Founder and host of the wildly successful Bone Collector TV series and Realtree Road Trips, Michael Waddell brings positivity and fun into his filmed hunts which has earned him the reputation as being one of the best TV show host in TV and for sure in the hunting industry. Michaels success was due, no doubt, to his upbringing and how his father taught him the value of working hard and staying humble. In this podcast Waddell shares stories from his roots growing up in rural Georgia, his influences and how his competitive turkey calling helped him get connected with Realtree which then eventually launch his career in the hunting world.
Everyone knows Jim as the professional big game hunter but how about Jim the competitive waterpolo athlete or singer/songwriter? We got a chance to sit down and have a conversation with the legendary Jim Shockey at the SCI convention in Reno, NV. Jim shared stories from his past hunts and tense moments he encounter while in dangerous parts of the world. Plus, we get into the current state of politics in both the US and Canada for gun and hunting rights. However, with characters like Ted Nugent, Joe Rogan, Cameron Hanes, Lee and Tiffany, Steve Rinella and others hunting advocates the message is spreading into the mainstream on preserving the hunting lifestyle. Jim doesn’t seem to be slowing down as he talks about his current endeavors with his Rogue River Outfitting business in the Yukon, starting up a new tv show called Shock Therapy (“starting soon on The Outdoor Channel”) and his Hand of Man Museum on Vancouver Island, which has rooms full of interesting cultural and natural artifacts, a 16-foot Woolly Mammoth, and a world-class library of natural history and exploration from around the world. This episode is brought to you by FreedomHunters.org. Be sure to check out The Annual Jim Shockey Classic Military Tribute event March 22-23, 2020.
Most would say making your profession out of riding bulls is crazy and you'd be correct. However, it would seem Chase Outlaw was predestined to live that cowboy life. He was riding calves at 4 and was only 10 when he rode his first bull, so it came with little surprise when Outlaw won the third PBR event. Chase has battled back from serious injuries but keeps coming back to the sport he loves. We get a chance to hear from him how he balances family and his career in what is considered “The most dangerous eight seconds in sports”.
Ben Ratliff gives us a break down on life as a Tour Manager in Nashville. Ben talks about how his job works and how he and the band members become family as they travel and tour. Ben has represented various Nashville country music artist including currently Brent Cobb.
Chad visits Kelli and Grant Mallicote of Bodyguard Bumpers in Paris Texas. We learn the inspiring entrepreneur story from them building something out of necessity and developing it into one of the top truck accessories companies in the United States. Check them out at www.bodyguardbumpers.com
Brent Cobb is one of, if not the best songwriter, in the industry right now. We get to learn a bit of Brent's backstory growing up in the South, his influences and experiences to become a Grammy-nominated artist and filling concert venues across the country.
Hailey Whitters is a emerging country singer-songwriter. Hailey talks about her roots from from Iowa and moving to Nashville to follow her dream of becoming a country singer.
Brian sits down for the fourth installment of his conversation with Chad. They finish his years as a fighter Pilot on missions and get into his new career as a commercial pilot. Chad has a lot of interest in air travel and different aircrafts. So the topics are diverse and the questions cover things that everyday travelers would want to learn. Brian has a story that inspires us all and we are so proud of his time spent in the This Life Ain’t For Everybody Studio. This episode is brought to you by our friends at Whiskey Jam and Nutrien Ag Solutions!
Brian Moore and Canada continue their conversation on Brian’s Military career as an American Fighter Pilot. They touch on his move to Germany and his beginning of missions in Iraq. They get to his stories missions in which he received medals and awards for. His story continues to amaze Chad and we hope that you enjoy the episode. We are proud to be partnered with Nutrien Ag Solutions and LEER Toppers.
Brian Moore is a U.S. Military Fighter Pilot. In part two, he discusses the beginning stages of of his military career with Chad. Brian starts in Korea and then heads to Germany and then to Iraq. His approach to his career and life are spot on and Chad digs deep to see what makes Brian click. Today’s episode is brought to you by LEER Camper Shells and DECKED Storage Systems.
Rachael Moore is a United States Air Force Fighter Pilot. She has operated F-16 fighter jets her entire career and she sits down with Chad to discuss what it meant to become a female Fighter Pilot, how she met her husband who is also a fighter pilot, and how the urge to get back in the cockpit is still on the front of her brain. This episode is brought to you by Jack Link’s Meat Snacks and Traeger Grills.
Brandon Schreiber has always lived out in the country; the woods are his backyard. He started hunting at a young age with his father, who taught him the ethics and hard work it takes to become a successful outdoorsman. At the age of 18, Brandon started a career of guiding that soon evolved into the ownership and operation of hunting and fishing camps Cree Lake Lodge and Buck Country Outfitters.
Chad and Leith talk about the state of the Country Music industry. Leith talks about his experiences as a singer/songwriter in Nashville and getting work with some of the best in the industry. Plus, Leith play's a few of our favorite songs you don't want to miss.
Brian Moore is a decorated United States Air Force and Navy Fighter Pilot. He sits down with Chad to discuss his fascination with airplanes and how it all got started at a young age. They build into the discussion and get into Brian’s early days as a pilot. This is just Part One of his saga and you can plan on seeing Part 2,3, and 4 coming soon. He is a true hero and it is humbling to have him on This Life Ain’t For Everybody. This episode is brought to you by Rigid Industries and Dick Cepek Tires. Enjoy!
Hendo is a world class Fighter but more importantly, a world class person. On this episode of the podcast, Hendo sits down with Chad to discuss his new business endeavors in California that consist of the restaurant and bar sectors, Seven Bells Brewery. His plans are legit and all of it sounds like it’s going to be one wild ride for Hendo and his team! We will be at the Grand Opening but until then, sit back and listen to what he has laid out for Dan Henderson Enterprises! Today’s episode is brought to you by MOJO Outdoors and Federal Premium Ammunition.
Matt talks to us about what is vision and how it effects your performance. He explains how human vision differs from animals and how you can improve your vision.
Chad recaps some of his recent past episodes with Chad Ward with Treager Grills, Matt Mangano with Zach Brown Band, Michael Hunsucker with Heartland Bowhunter, George Brett baseball legend and MMA champion Ryan Bader. Chad also announces launching The Fowl Life podcast which will focus on Waterfowl hunting, giving great hunting tips and stories from chasing the waterfowl migration.
Ryan DuWayne Bader is an American mixed martial artist. He is currently signed with Bellator MMA, where he is champion in both the Heavyweight and Light Heavyweight divisions.
Eukanuba Sporting Dog invites "This Life Ain’t For Everybody" crew to Minnesota to go live at Game Fair! The audience was great, the panel was strong, the background noise was almost too much, but we got ‘er done! Sit back and enjoy the talk on hunting dogs, nutrition, training and why a dog is truly Man’s or Women’s best friend! This episode is brought to you by Eukanuba Brand Dog Food!
Growing up, baseball meant everything to Chad and his brothers. They all played for the Royals in Little League and all three of them idolized Number 5 of the Major Leagues Kansas City Royals, the one and only George Brett! Funny how things worked out but now they get to call him a friend. George sits down with Chad to discuss everything from his youth to being drafted by the Royals to his monumental 21 year career with the same team to the Pine Tar Incident to the World Series Championship to his three batting titles in three different decades and much much more! This is a humbling conversation and we hope you enjoy it! This episode of the podcast is brought to you by Realtree Outdoors, Banded Brands, and Benelli Shotguns!
Michael Hunsucker is the Co-Founder and Host of the popular outdoor television series Heartland Bowhunter. At a young age, he is already a veteran in the outdoor industry as he continues to strive for excellence. He sits down with Chad in his hometown of Kansas City to discuss his humble beginnings, his ideas for this national brand, where the industry is and where we are headed, as well as some secret ingredients to his success. You can find Heartland Bowhunter on The Outdoor Channel and you can follow them on IG and Facebook! This episode is brought to you by Outdoor Channel, My Outdoor TV, and Realtree Brand Camo.
Chad Ward is a seasoned professional BBQ pitmaster. He's co-founder of Whiskey Bent BBQ and is on Traeger Grills BBQ Pro Team. The 2 Chad's talk about everything from music, cooking, sports and their different lifestyles. This episode is brought to you by Traeger Grills and Whiskey Bent BBQ.
Matt Mangano is the Bass Guitar player for the popular Zac Brown Band. He is well versed in all genres and disciplines of music and his ride has been special. Matt sits down with Chad at Coors Field in Denver, Colorado during their stop of the 2019 Owl Tour! It was a sold out performance of 41,000 fans and you can hear the excitement in both Chad and Matt’s voices as they break it down before ZBB took the stage! Enjoy! This episode is brought to you by DemerBox, MOJO Outdoors, and Banded Brands!
Fred Eichler's passion for bowhunting has taken him all over the world in pursuit of his next adventure. Fred truly believes that any animal with a bow is a trophy. His personal quest to complete the North American Super Slam with a recurve bow reflects that state of mind. Fred hosts the Easton Bowhunting and Predator Nation TV shows. Along with his family, Fred also operates Full Draw Outfitters out of Colorado where they have guided hundreds of hunters on exciting trips for Elk, Mule deer, Whitetail deer, Antelope, Mountain Lion, Bear and Turkey.
Sean and Joel host The American Hunting Podcast, a podcast committed to serving the hunting lease industry and educating their listeners the landowner/hunter relationship and more. Be sure to check out their podcast. Sean and Joel is joined by Chad Belding to talk waterfowl hunting and his experience getting started in the industry. American Hunting Lease Association: https://ahuntinglease.org/
We reconnect with John in Montana to visit and talk about his passion for hunting. John has over 70+ years of water fowling, wing shooting, and big game hunting experiences across the globe. The way John describes his hunts and the game he pursues you’ll tell where his passion is. He has written two fantastic books, “A Hunting Lifetime” and Passions Continued” available on Amazon.
Chad tried to get the emotional side of Chris going by discussing how much pride he should have in these duck call designs. How excited he should be and how happy he actually is to be the co-founder of JARGON Game Calls. Chris is a master duck call designer and machinist and an accomplished duck hunter. JARGON is broken down as a brand and a company and now is positioned for growth. Today’s episode is brought to you by the 2019 North American Whitetail Championship, JARGON Game Calls, and MOJO Outdoors.
Chris and Chad share their thoughts in regards to the hunt. How JARGON plays a role now in each of their hunts. What duck hunting and duck camp mean to each of them. There are no words that can actually describe what Mallard ducks mean to these guys but they do their best to try and explain their stance. Today’s episode is brought to you by the 2019 North American Whitetail Championship, JARGON Game Calls, and BENELLI Shotguns.
Chris Cifreo is back in studio to discuss his thoughts on choosing your call, and what goes through the Duck Hunter’s mind when it comes to taking the next step in his or her calling career. Chad leads Chris through a maze of questions that might be asked by a potential duck call consumer. This episode is brought to you by the 2019 North American Whitetail Championship, JARGON Game Calls, and Elk Ridge Knives.
Chris Cifreo, Co-Founder of JARGON Game Calls sits down with Chad to discuss the duck call models offered at jargongamecalls.com. They break down the calls and the call parts that Chris himself has masterminded and designed. The excitement for the new calls is evident as the guys share their theories on calling the wild mallard duck. This episode is brought to you by the 2019 North American Whitetail Championship, Jargon Game Calls, and Elk Ridge Knives.
Clay Guida and Chad Mendes are UFC superstars! They are also true outdoorsmen who both share a burning passion for hunting, fishing, and eating wild! They both sit down with Chad at Urijah Faber’s Ultimate Fitness to discuss Clay’s upcoming fight, Mendes’ retirement from the octagon, and their outfitting and entertainment brands and businesses! Join us for some insight on the fight game, announcements in the outdoor world. And of course lots of laughs! Today’s episode is brought to you by the 2019 North American Whitetail Championship and Elk Ridge Knives!
Urijah Faber has had a standout career in the UFC, but its tough to stay away when its your passion. We got a chance to sit down with the busy Urijah between workouts and on daddy duty to talk about his return to professional fighting, the UFC and the players involved and life as a new dad.
E85 - Tyler Farr - Country Music Singer and Songwriter by Chad Belding
Clay has put thousands of hunters on bucket list hunts up around Alberta Canada. He runs a great outfit along with his wife Crystal and they all work hard to satisfy his customers. Episode brought to you North American Whitetail Challenge, Carbon Express Arrows, Mathews Archery and Elk Ridge Knives.
Remi Warren is constantly seeking new and accessible adventures whether at home or some far-off foreign mountain. Remi is a outdoor writer, outfitter, television host and obsessive hunter. He is co-host of Solo Hunters on the Outdoor Channel. He also hosts Ridge Reaper Series and you can catch him on episodes of MeatEater TV with his good buddy Steven Rinella.
Most would probably think Cam is crazy for the insane stunts and trick jumps he does on a Mt Bike, and they might be right, but just like any professional athlete, Cam is methodical, focused and works hard at his craft. We love having Cam on the show to talk about his experiences in extreme sports and what goes on in the mind of these athletes. Plus we get into other topics like Hunting and gun rights. This podcast is brought to you by North American Whitetail Championship by Bone Collector, MyOutdoortv streaming service by Outdoor Channel.
What David can do on skis is truly amazing. Google his name and watch his Olympic runs in the half pipe. Its crazy what he can do! He is an amazing athlete and has risen to the occasion on the biggest events in freestyle skiing. Wise is a two-time Olympic gold medalist and four-time X Games Gold Medalist. The metals keep stacking up but if get a chance to meet him or hear him talk you'd never guess he's one of the top skiers in the world. David is not only driven athlete but also has a passion for the outdoors and is really a down to earth type of person. We're excite to have him back in the studio to talk about his skiing career and his future. Today’s episode is brought to you by the North American Whitetail Championship, Carbon Express Arrows, and GATR Coolers!
Justin came from humble beginnings and has now worked his way to having one of the most successful restaurants / bars in Northern Nevada.
As parents what's the best way to align and push our kids in their sports and develop their physical fitness? We answer a few of these questions and talk about the general idea of taking care of our heath and body on this podcast with Matt Pendola, a professional fitness coach that has built a reputation for developing some of the top young athletes in the country. Clint Belding is a physical therapist and has a wealth of knowledge in the sports fitness and brings his experience as a father who has young kids that are just starting to develop in their sports.
Scotty Lago is a pro snowboarder, olympic medalist, 4x X-games medalist, world traveler, and hunter outdoorsman. Chad and Scotty talk about the extreme athletes in various sports like skateboarding, surfing, snowboarding and others. Plus Scotty talks about his past and future endeavours.
Chad is joined in studio again by one of our favorites, Scott Schellin! Chad has so much to discuss with Scott and the two of them never know where to start or where to end so they decide to just go for it! Topics include boxing and MMA, basketball and the WNBA, insurance, fraternities, participation awards and a bunch more! Entertaining to say the least, Scott never disappoints on the mic! Today’s episode is brought to you by the North American Whitetail Championship, MOJO Outdoors, and GATR Coolers!
Neal joins Chad to discuss Krav Maga and why it is important to be aware at all times. It is always better to be prepared then to be caught off guard and Neal has developed an approach that can help anyone realize theirs. At the surface, Neal has a normal job and a normal life but his mental and physical toughness is far from normal. Today’s episode is brought to you by be North American Whitetail Championship and Hi Viz Sights.
Erin Pendola is a fitness freak! Kelley Perotti is a 2x World Champion in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu. Kelley trained Erin for her first degree black belt in MMA! Erin received this black belt. Neither one of them are stopping there! As both of their businesses Pendola Training and Conviction Martial Arts have exploded, the ladies find time for their families, their nutrition, their fun, and to sit down in our studio to talk about their lives and their stories with Chad! Today’s episode is brought to you by the World Whitetail Championship, MOJO Outdoors, HI VIZ Sights, and MY OUTDOOR TV. Enjoy!
Joey Gilbert is a champion in the ring and in life. And he is an inspiration for all of us. He joins us in the studio again to discuss the fight game and his career and his stance on work ethic and commitment! He lays it down only the way Joey can. He is passionate and he is assertive and his story and optimism are contagious! Today’s episode is brought to you by MTN OPS and the North American Whitetail Championship! Visit the Championship at nawtc.com
Chad calls him the Bird Nerd and it’s for good reason. Chris Nicolai is obsessed with ducks and geese and he is a leading authority on them all! He joins Chad in the studio again to discuss the reverse migration, the “weird 2018-19 duck season”, banding, decoys, ethics, and everything else Waterfowl. This is a strong conversation on what drives our passion for ducks and geese! Thank you Chris! Today’s episode is brought to you by the North American Whitetail Championship, Elk Ridge Knives, and DemerBox!
Living the American Dream is something that we all....well...dream of doing. A good education, a promising career, a genuine love of family and friends, a strong family bond, money in the bank, our health are all prices of this American Dream puzzle. Chad has been inspired and intrigued by Mike Stoker for several years now. They finally get to sit down in the studio to discuss this dream, talk business, and weave their way through this awesome life that Mike has built for himself. He has done it all and at 68 years old, he has no plans to stop. Today’s episode is brought to you by the North American Whitetail Championship and Hi Viz Shooting Systems!
Matt and Erin Pendola have become regulars on the podcast and it’s because their message is so positive and contagious. They promote finding a better version of ourselves and they have developed a training system that helps you not only get started, but one that helps you stay engaged in making it a lifestyle! Athletes don’t diet and exercise, they eat and train....and we are ALL athletes! Matt and Erin join Chad in the studio to discuss this mentality and to launch their new video series that are helping people become better versions of themselves all over the country! Today’s episode is brought you to by the 2019 North American Whitetail Championship, MOJO Outdoors, and MTN OPS.
From a young age, Zach had always wanted to be a ninja. Over the years Zach has studied and trained in different disciplines of mix martial arts. Zach has earned his 4th degree Black Belt and Purple Belt in Ju Jitsu at Conviction Martial Arts gym in Reno, Nevada. His mental toughness and positive approach is what enlightened Chad to want sit down in the studio and learn Zach’s story. It takes more then dedication to earn your black belt, let alone your 4th Degree Black Belt. Zach has the right approach to life and this podcast is just scratching the surface. Today’s episode is brought to you by the North American Whitetail Championship. Go to nawtc.com and register for your chance to be qualified to win $50,000.00 for first place!
Tim is an accomplished hunter and outdoor survivalists and has been from a very early age. Tim founded the tv show SOLO HNTR, which at the time was unlike any other hunting show. “ I want my viewers to feel the experience rather than just see it.” SOLO HNTR is now a national brand and Tim is working relentlessly to capitalize on its popularity. Tim sits down with Chad to discuss the daily commitment it has taken to visualize a national television idea and turn it into something that people can’t live without it. This episode is brought to you by the Bone Collector North American Whitetail Championships and Mathews Bows.
Alex Crosby from Tahoe Creamery Ice Cream sits down with Chad to discuss his new endeavor! Tahoe Creamery was born in the back room of a small restaurant in Reno, Nevada when a group of like-minded individuals decided it was time to create a lasting legacy for their families. The vision was simple. Produce and distribute premium ice cream that paid homage to the 8th wonder of the world, Lake Tahoe. The lake known around the world happens to be right in the backyard of Tahoe Creamery and serves as a constant source of inspiration, each flavor is unique in the flection it has on the area.
Scott has been with California Waterfowl Association for over 20 years and understand what it takes to provide a quality conservation effort for the benefit of Waterfowl and other wildlife specie populations. The CWA has reached a level that not many regional based conservation organization have and they don’t plan on stopping anytime soon. If you are a duck hunter or hunt other species or just believe in conservation, it is a good idea to support the CWA by becoming a member. Scott joins Chad in the studio to discuss current initiatives that are being demonstrated through different segments of the CWA. It is truly humbling to see what this organization contributes to do for the ducks and the geese and the kids and the habitat and the women and the hunters etc. we are proud to be Life Members of the CWA and glad to welcome Scott to the the podcast. Today’s episode is brought to you by the North American Whitetail Championships as well as by Merlo Waterfowl and Federal Premium Ammunition! https://www.calwaterfowl.org/
James shares his experience getting into ultra running, where runners go for over 100 miles in one go! Crazy! In his professional life, James, has a deep appreciation for music and sound. James built a career in location audio recording where he worked for shows such as Survivor and Vice News. James created an awesome unique wireless speaker that could withstand the ruggedness of traveling and being in the elements. Check it out at demerbox.com. This episode is brought to you by The North American Whitetail Championships! Check them out!
Andrew Skluzacek is a master dog trainer and owner of Wild Acre Kennels Dog Training out in Minnesota. Wild Acre Kennels is premier dog training service that offers obedience training, bird and gun training, shed and point skills. Andrew shares his experience training gun dogs. This episode is brought to you by Eukanuba Dog Food and The North American Whitetail Championships! Check them out!
Scott is a native of Nevada and graduated from Carson High School and attended the University Nevada Reno and majored in Education. Scott is a father, coach, entrepreneur, an Insurance guru, and a community leader. Scott is president of The Nevada Insurance Agency. Chad and Scott talk about living in Northern Nevada and the evolving community. Later their conversation gets into their opinions on what’s going on in the UFC. This episode is brought to you by The North American Whitetail Championships! Check them out!
Frances Hopping lives the American Dream! He runs one of the top FORD TRUCK Dealerships in the country and he hunts ducks! Can it get any better! Francis sits down with Chad to discuss the truck business, the hunting business, the outdoors , and the new partnership between Corning FORD and The Fowl Life! Chad has said it over and over again that no truck on earth compared to a FORD Super Duty and nothing will ever change his mind! His episode is brought to you by Corning FORD and The North American Whitetail Championships!
Cam Zink is one of the toughest dudes on the freeride scene; a solid rider who isn't afraid of going all out. In 2013 he made history by stomping the biggest backflip ever seen at Red Bull Rampage. Then in 2014 he set a new world record with a 100 foot backflip. Cam continues to push the limits and we're excited to bring you this podcast that sheds some light into who this talented extreme athlete is.
David Wise is an American freestyle skier, two-time Olympic gold medalist and four-time X Games Gold Medalist and he continues to add medals to his name. He is an amazing athlete who has found a balance to win competitions and be a father and husband. Dave is also into living off the grid and the lifestyle of being a hunter and gather.
We're talking about athletes ages 40+ and the challenges the aging athletes face physically and mentally. Our guests include; Matt Pendola, a performance strength and conditioning specialist, John Hodges a Physical Therapist who works with professional athletes and weekend warriors, and Dr Naomi Albertson, a Sports Medicine Physician.
Dave guides waterfowl hunting and fishing all across the globe. Dave talks about his experience hunting across the borders with the laws and how the diet affects the taste of the waterfowl.
Chad and JD recap the season and how the weather affected the 2018-2019 waterfowl hunting season across the different flyway zones. JD guides waterfowl and fishing all across the country. His experience and the sheer amount of days he spends out hunting makes him a valuable friend who knows what is going on with the migration.
Michelle Walters is a mom. Michelle Walters is a Saint! Michelle Walters is a leader. Michelle Walters went through hell and back and she is hear to tell the story of childhood cancer and how it affected her family and mainly her son Grant. Grant is the reason why we all came together. Hear her story of the diagnosis and the struggle from leaving their home in Louisiana to moving into the Ronald McDonald House in Memphis, Tennessee and their journey in and out of St. Jude’s Research Center and how Grant’s life was saved! He is 5 years disease free and we are so humbled to have him in camp and his mom on the microphone! Please sit back and enjoy our time with this awesome family. This episode is brought to you by the Bone Collector North American Whitetail Championship and MTN OPS.
Blu Moore and Trey Miller own and operate Flatline Outfitters in Oklahoma! They pride themselves in their work ethic and their network. They have a growing client base and continue to taste success through their reputation of making memories for their hunters. They both sit down with Chad to discuss the outfitting and guiding business as well as other topics that pop up on a daily basis! Sit back and enjoy the convo! This episode is brought to you by the Bone Collector North American Whitetail Championship and MOJO Outdoors!
While at Arkansas Duck Camp, Chad hunts the flooded timber with 2 recent Arkansas Razorback graduates, Andrew Wiechern and Westin Wilks, to talk about growing up duck hunting and escaping the modern world of touch phones and social media in the Arkansas Woods.
Chad and Chris get into the designing of a duck call and analyze how to make different duck sounds to be an effective waterfowl hunter. Chris Cifreo is an Arkansas duck hunter and partner in Jargon Game Calls.
Chad and Chris Cifreo talk about their new duck call company called Jargon Game Calls. They get into the history, designs and inspirations in making these new duck calls. Why the name "Jargon" and how communication and knowing the duck language is important to making realistic duck sounds.
If you’re a duck hunter, you know what a mud motor is. You know what a surface drive motor is. You know that they mean business and get us to where the ducks are. BOSS Drives from Louisiana is as strong as it gets in the mud motor world as they continue to innovate their designs and stay on the cutting edge of performance! Chad is joined by BOSS Drives National Sales and Marketing Manager Chris Cifreo to discuss the mud motor frenzy. From performance to design to ethics to legalities, If it has to do with mud motors, Chad and Chris discuss it. This episode of This Life Ain’t For Everybody is brought to you by BOSS Drives and Benelli Shotguns.
Hunter, writer, adventurer, conservationist, Remi Warren is an accomplished Outdoorsmen. He has made a living in various aspects of the outdoor industry. He has worked as a hunting guide, outfitter, outdoor writer, photographer, videographer and TV personality. He hosted Apex Predator and co-host Solo Hunters, which both air on the Outdoor Channel. He has also taken up hosting Under Armour’s digital Ridge Reaper Series and has been seen on episodes of MeatEater with his good friend Steven Rinella.
What does it mean to have it? Matt Pendola joins Chad in studio again to discuss the true meaning of being gritty. Matt is a personal coach who specializes in building core strength and fitness tailored to top performance sport athletes to ordinary Joes looking to stay healthy and fit. Today's episode is brought to you by our friends at The Pendola Project and MTN OPS. http://www.pendolatraining.com/
Chris is the lead biologist for the Nevada Waterfowl Association, he has a wealth of knowledge on waterfowl species, waterfowl hunting and other wing shooting. Chad and Chris discuss conservation efforts by state agencies and federal organizations.
John has over 70+ years of waterfowling, wing shooting, and big game hunting experiences across the globe. His hunting travels and experiences in the remote parts of earth make for some great stories, so settle in and enjoy.
Hunting waterfowl just isn't as fun without a good duck dog. We have professional dog trainer Brad Arington from Mossy Pond Retrievers and Brett Volmert, the PRO Development Manager at Royal Canin/Eukanuba on to discuss everything to getting your hunting dog ready for the hunting season to the nutrition to keep him performing at his best.
Gabby is a young powerhouse athlete with a ton of accomplishments already under her belt! She grew up playing sports in Sparks, Nevada and as gone on to play for the 1-ranked Connecticut women’s basketball team UCONN and has captured 2 NCAA championships. She was also a first-team All-American and voted nation defensive player of the year. In addition to basketball, she also participated in track and field as a high jumper in which she qualified as an alternate for the 2012 London Olympics.
Bryan McGehee brings his Louisiana Cajun perspective on hunting, cooking, football and outdoorsman lifestyle of living in that part of the world. Bryan is owner of GATR Coolers, a company based out of Louisiana and have a reputation of building tough, durable and unique style coolers. We bring GATR coolers on the road with us keeping our drinks cold as we travel across the country chasing the waterfowl migration.
Part 3 of our conversation with Brett Cannon who's earned the Billfish Royal Slam award talks about his experiences fishing and hunting. Follow him https://www.instagram.com/brett_cannon
Part 2 with our conversation with Brett Canon. We get into some of the details of our experiences building a outdoor lifestyle brand and working with industry partners.
Brett credits his Dad and Grandfather who introduced him into the world of being an outdoorsman. Brett was born in Texas and now resides in South Florida where saltwater competition fishing and spending time in the woods hunting takes up most of his time.
We're excited to have our good friend Jared on the show to bring his unique perspective as a police officer to discuss some of the current issues our community faces.
Jim is a hunter, fisherman, griller and a true provider. Jim joins Chad to discuss life as it is when you live off of the land.
After a great few days of chasing mallards, Canadas, and pheasants across South Dakota and North Dakota, Chad sits down with Tyler Stark and Hjalmar Hedman of Traeger Grills. Tyler and Hjalmar work in Marketing for Traeger which is one of the fastest growing companies in the country. Traeger has built their brand on innovative product design and focused marketing initiatives. The guys discuss the passion and love that fills duck camps all over the country with hunts and food and music and memories and how they are proud of the role that Traeger plays in these camps. Chad is humbled to be part of Team Traeger and was excited to have these two bad asses in camp.
Long time friend and team Fowl Life member, Alex Crosby, joins us in the studio to talk about their circle of friends who hunt and Alex’s recent waterfowl hunting experiences at the Canvasback Duck Club, Nevada.
Getting these two together at the same time isn't easy with all the traveling and guiding they do. JD is a fishing guide up in Alaska and a waterfowl guide in Texas. Dave also travels all over the country and international guiding fishing and waterfowl. The conversation goes into getting your kids into hunting from the perspective as the father and as the kids. Plus the group gets into their experiences as hunting guides.
Dave Stanley is a crafty outdoorsman who has a wealth of knowledge as a guide for waterfowl hunting and fishing. Dave and Chad talk about the state of waterfowl hunting in North America and into Canada.
Live from Canada—Chad is joined by Grant Kuypers and Barcley Fisher of Buck Paradise Outfitters as well as his brother Clay Belding. The four discuss their friendship, history, past hunts and memories, predator hunts, and how they have seen the ups and downs of hunting at its finest. Join them as they dog into the archives for a memorable conversation. Today’s show is brought to you by Buck Paradise Outfitters and Benelli Shotguns.
Matt Pendola is a professional training coach who’s had success as an athlete himself and coaching other athletes or individuals just looking to improve their fitness and strength. Chad and Matt get into what goes into pain free living and how to set and reach fitness goals. https://www.pendolatraining.com/
Chad is joined with Mitch Petrie to talk hunting, barbecue, wild-game cooking at the American Royal BBQ in Kansas City. Mitch’s wealth of knowledge, passion and experience in the outdoor industry gives the listeners great insight into the world we love.
Bart Steven Oates (born December 16, 1958) is a former American football player in the National Football League for the New York Giants and San Francisco 49ers. He played center for the Giants from 1985–93 and with the 49ers from 1994-95. He was a member of the Giants teams that won Super Bowls XXI and XXV and the 49ers team that won Super Bowl XXIX. He now serves as the President of the NFL Alumni. Bart sits down with Chad to discuss topics ranging from the NFL, youth football, and BBQ. Bart is a man’s man and Chad is humbled to have him on the show! Today’s episode is brought to you by Traeger Grills and Whiskey Bent BBQ.
Matt “Meat Church” Pittman is a BBQ Champion and a Team Traeger Pit Master! He hails from the BBQ Capital...Texas, U.S.A. He has a flare for creating BBQ grub with a personality unlike no other. His brand flourishes not only in Texas but across the country. Whether he is competing, cooking for a celebrity, or making his family and friend’s mouths water in the backyard, Meat Church knows how to make a Traeger talk! Join Chad as he sits down with Matt and discusses BBQ as well as other topics live from the American Royal in Kansas City! Listen for the familiar voice of the one and only Leith Loftin as he joins in on the conversation and trust us, his guitar and clever country music is in there as well! Today’s podcast is brought to you by Traeger Grills, Meat Church BBQ, and Whiskey Bent BBQ Company!
Kirk Naisbitt is a family man, a businessman, and a duck hunting man. With so much going on in his daily life, he will be the first to tell you that his true passion in life out sporting dogs. Kirk is considered an amateur dog trainer but when it comes to skills and theories, there are not many better. Kirk sits down with Chad to discuss his stance on puppies and gun dogs and hunting over a strong dog and how these dogs truly set the tone for any hunt. He might not get paid to train dogs, but his knowledge is worth a ton of money. This episode of This Life Ain’t For Everybody is brought to you by our friends at Boss Drives and Edge Duck Boats.
The season is off to a strong start and Chad has a panel to discuss it! Chad is joined by his brothers Clint and Clay, as well as good friends Alex Crosby and Les Naisbitt to discuss their recent big game hunts. However, the discussion begins with remembering the September 11, 2001 attacks, 17 years from the time of this recording. Getting back into their big game hunts, these guys work hard and study the landscape to get in an live with the animals they are pursuing including Mule Deer, Antelope, and Roosevelt Elk! It’s great to see their hard work and dedication pay off! Come join the conversation and hear some great stories! Today’s episode is brought you by Savage Arms, Mathews Archery, Rage Broadheads, and Leupold Optics!
Chad Ward of Whiskey Bent BBQ and Traeger Grills joins the team up at Lake Tahoe for a night of BBQ steaks, brisket (minus a few from the beer), veggies and more. The 2 Chads talk about recipes and give grilling tips for fish, chicken, beef, wild game and more. Joining the conversation is Jared Ellenberger, a construction owner, hunter, fisherman and friend. Plus, Clay Belding recalls his Nevada mule deer hunt this year, where his monster typical muley scored scored 201 2/8. Instagram finds at @whiskeybentbbq, @deaddogwalkin, @thefowllifetv, @traegeroutdoors.
Dan Henderson is a retired UFC fighter but has now a successful athletic Fitness center down in Temecula, CA. Great to hear stories from his past fight career and what's his plans for the future
Nashville is referred to as Music City. It is home to Music Row and to thousands of number one radio hits. It inhabits singer/songwriters who have made the move to Music City to follow their dreams! Chad has lots of friends in Nashville and he is humbled to be joined by three of them on this edition of This Life Ain’t For Everybody! Ben is a singer and songwriter and tour manager. Dean is a singer and a songwriter and a bad ass guitarist and pianist and drummer and bassist! Bobby is a singer and a songwriter and runs some of the most successful Honky Tonks in Music City. The topics range from lyrics to styles to labels to radio to breaking an artist to loyalty to passion to love of the music! Thank you for joining us and we hope you enjoy!
Mitch is an experienced producer and an avid hunter and fishermen. As VP of Programing at The Outdoor Channel, Mitch is a key player in the hunting industry. On the podcast Mitch shares his thoughts on the future of outdoor programming, advice for independent producers, and talks about his passion for the outdoor lifestyle.
A passion for the great outdoors courses through Laura Schara’s veins. Quite truly, it’s in her blood. She got it from her dad, consummate outdoorsman and Minnesota Bound host Ron Schara. Laura has hosted and appeared in numerous shows like Survival Science and Minnesota Bound, Fox Sports Network Due North Outdoors and Wild In The Kitchen. After college Laura worked her way into the world of high fashion with companies like Marshall Field’s then Macy’s. But her roots kept her coming back to the outdoor industry. Now Laura is combining the world of fashion with the outdoors in her new Wildly Living Lifestyle Branding Company http://wildlyliving.com/
The unique habitat, amount of waterfowl and wild pheasants in North Dakota and South Dakota offers some of the most challenging and enjoyable game bird hunts. Now here is Chris Green, with his hunting lodge and knowledge of the area, has been delivering unreal hunting experiences for over 25 years. Chris shares some of his experiences and perceptions on the hunting guide industry.
Joey Gilbert, a professional boxer, and Matt Pendola, a professional fitness coach, combine their experiences as athlete and coach to give the listener valuable information on reaching fitness goals and improve nutrition.
Joey Gilbert is a retired professional boxer out of Reno, Nevada. As a collegiate boxer, Joey was a 3-time National Champion, 4-time Regional Champion and 4-time All American. He won the Nevada State Golden-Gloves Super-Middleweight Champion in 2000. In 2004, Joey was cast in NBC’s The Contender, working alongside Sylvester Stallone, Sugar Ray Leonard and other talented boxers. Joey’s love of prizefighting ultimately led him to become ranked #3 in the world by the World Boxing Organization (WBO) and #7 in the world by the World Boxing Council (WBC). Joey was formerly both WBO-NABO and WBC-USNBC Middleweight Champion—2006 & 2007. While competing as a professional fighter, Joey was asked, and volunteered for 3 “USO-Tours” to visit our troops serving in Operation Enduring Freedom in Afghanistan and Operation Iraqi Freedom in Iraq.
Argentina is truly a high volume duck hunting destination, a place all duck hunters need to visit. The team is on final day 3 of hunting with Argentina Duck Hunting Adventures Outfitter. Chad and the guys talk about the challenges of hunting the Rossy-bill duck and the other topics to consider when hunting in Argentina.
On day 2 the guys realize how good Argentina duck hunting really is, as they recall the day's hunt. We've got George Thompson and JP Fischer from Benelli, Roc Merlo from California Waterfowl Association and Clay Belding from Team Banded sharing their thoughts on Argentina Duck hunting and the food Monty and his team have been serving at Argentina Duck Hunting Adventures camp.
We are live from Argentina with George Thompson and JP Fischer from Benelli, Roc Merlo from CWA, and Clay Belding from Team Banded. They all sit down with Chad to discuss their trip so far as well as topics ranging from shotguns to duck camp. Stay with us throughout the week for more episodes from Argentina!
Clay Charlton owns and operates Take Em Outfitters in Alberta, Canada. He makes his living in the woods and he is good at it. He sits down with Chad to discuss their friendship and past hunts, the migration, as well as upcoming hunts. Join us as we talk to our brother from the Great White North!
Chad gives us some duck calling tips to practice during this off season. He goes into detail explaining the science and the inner workings of creating realistic duck sounds. Definitely a good podcast if you're wanting to improve your duck calling skills!
Fellow Outdoor Channel TV host, Randy Birdsong of Head Hunters TV joins Chad to discuss the hunting industry and more.
We visited Urijah Faber's Ultimate Fitness gym in Sacramento, California to talk with "The California Kid" about his past MMA career and his new focus on mentoring new athletes on Team Alpha Male. Chad Mendes also joins the conversation to talk about his training routine and his upcoming fights. Visit: http://ufultimatefitness.com/
In between training sessions, Clay "The Carpenter" Guida sat down with Belding for a cool discussion on Clay's past and future UFC fights as well as the family life of the Carpenter. Clay trains with Team Alpha Male at Urijah Faber's Ultimate Fitness and has the reputation of being one of the most explosive and exciting fighters in all of Mixed Martial Arts! It was a pleasure to learn how truly humble Clay is. We hope you enjoy!
Chad is big on giving back as well as to paying homage to those who have given to him. When it comes to influence and mentorship, nobody has been more important in Chad’s career then Mr. Terry Demon, Founder and CEO of MOJO Outdoors. Terry sits down with Chad to cover his illustrious career, discuss his Hall of Fame Induction, talk about the current state of the hunting industry, as well as touch on a variety of other different topics. Terry helped revolutionize the way people chase and hunt ducks as well as a slough of other animals and it was pure magic being able to have him at the studio! Because we all know that if it ain’t MOJO, it ain’t Magic! Enjoy and thank you for your continued support of This Life Ain’t For Everybody! Visit Mojo Outdoors at https://www.mojooutdoors.com/
"BBQ is a great way to bring people from all walks of life together" –Chad Ward. Chad's outlook on life is very similar to ours as hunters. Chad’s passion for BBQ comes from his belief that it’s more than just food—it’s a language that everyone can understand. He’s co-founder of Whiskey Bent BBQ, a competitive BBQ team that is quickly running out of space in their trophy case. They’ve collected 7 state championship titles, 5 reserve state championship titles and over 200 top 10 overall and category finishes. Most recently, he took home 1st place, and received a perfect score, for chicken at the World Food Championships that he cooked on his trusty Traeger Pro 34. Check out Chad on his instagram at @whiskeybentbbq and @traegeroutdoors.
This podcast has the feeling of sitting around a campfire telling stories and listening to music and guitar playing by Leith Loftin. Leith talks about the life of a musician in Nashville and his stories behind writing his songs like 50 Years Too Late, Wingman, When the Money's All Gone and other favorites. Find Leith on Instagram at @leithalweapon1
Hendo is known around the world as an MMA Legend who did his talking with his wrestling and his hands! When we say hands, we are referring to the “H-Bomb”, the most feared right hand in the history of Mixed Martial Arts. Even after all of the fights, all of the wins, just a few losses, and having a fan base that is spread all over the world, Hendo has refused to let celebrity and success go to his head. He continues to stay grounded and treat people as if they are the only one in the room. His success has carried over into his personal life as he raises an awesome family, builds a successful business, and represents brands that still cherish him as the Bad Ass that he was, and is!! He might do his talking with other things these days besides his wrestling and hands as his arsenal now includes a Benelli, a bow, a grill, and a ski boat as well as that same smile that made him the face of MMA for so many years! Join him and Chad in the This Life Ain’t For Everybody studio and see if Hendo ends the Podcast with an H-Bomb! Find him on Instagram at @danhendo.
Scotty has been on the big stage so many times and he has proven that dedication, commitment, hard work, and vision can lead to a life full of blessings. These blessings can include traveling the world, making friends, dropping in on 22 foot half pipes with the world watching, and having more then a few medals hung around your neck! Scotty is humble and he is a bad ass! He is a hunter and he is a conservationist! He is a friend and he is in the This Life Ain’t For Everybody studio. Find Lago on Instagram at @scottylago.
Brought to you by our friends at Elite Duck Calls. Chad has a conversation with the listeners and discusses duck hunting and duck calling. From choosing a call to learning the vocabulary of the mallard hen to reading the duck’s body language plus more will be on todays menu. Chad also answers questions from fans and listeners. Just a guy with a duck call and a microphone is all it is but maybe you will find something in here that you can jive with. WARNING: Chad does operate his duck call during this Podcast so there is a chance that it will become annoying.
Dave’s accomplishments are to plentiful to list and the best part about him is that he is as humble as the day is long. From fly fishing the world to hunting every big game animal in the western United States to pursuing every species of waterfowl that the flyways hold, Dave has, well you can say, “been there, done that”. Join Dave and Chad as they discuss topics ranging from conservation to politics to youth hunting to the overall lifestyle that hunting provides. What seemed like ten minutes ended up being over two hours of an in depth conversation that left both Chad and Dave wanting to keep going. Dave has surely lived a life that isn’t for everybody, but one thing is for sure, it has allowed him to not only write his story, but to solidity it in stone.
Our podcast is geared towards highlighting the different walks of life that make up our communities, homes, and camps. As we travel the country, we are blessed to meet so many awesome people! Rocque and Brad are just that! Both of them are all about family, friends, work ethic, hunting, conservation, and making memories! They join Chad in the studio to discuss current events, hunt memories, growing up in the Butte Sink, working the land, introducing new folks and kids to the outdoors, and where the state of affairs in California is headed! We are humbled to have them make the trip to our studio, now it is time to see if these three can get a laugh or two out of the listeners and if a mic drop will happen. Find Merlo Waterfowl on Instagram at @merlo_waterfowl
Chad Mendes has a nickname of “Money”, not because he chases it, but because his right hand is right on it! He is a Mixed Martial Arts Bad Ass who has fought the best, beat the best, and has been a true man when he did face defeat. He believes in living life just like he believes in preparing for and being in a scramble! Work hard, stay humble, have fun, and treat people just as you want to be treated. Although he is a celebrity, he loves to wet a line, draw back his bow, or squeeze the trigger with all walks of life through his successful outfitting business, Finz and Feathers Guide Service. Matt Pendola is a successful trainer who believes in “making a better you” on a daily basis. Chad Mendes and Matt Pendola are like two peas in a pod! They join Chad Belding in the This Life Ain’t For Everybody studio to discuss things from training to nutrition to eating wild game to dealing with haters! They also answer fan questions from Instagram Live and maybe even form a future partnership! This Podcast...is Right on the Money!! Find Chad Mendes on Instagram at @chadmendes and Pendola Training at @pendolaproject.
Today's podcast is brought to you by our friends at Savage Arms. Chad is joined by Clint, Clay, and Alex from Team Dead dog Walkin’ as well as by Traeger Hot Shot Jim Rhea. On the menu for discussion was the mountain lifestyle, predator management, big game hunting, chukar hunting, fine tuning your grill skills, and anything else that popped into the minds of these Providers. Some of it was scattered, but in the end, it was all tied together with the same common thread of the outdoors and hunt camp. These guests all come from different walks of life but it sure felt like they were cut from the same cloth for these two hours.
Matt Pendola founder of Pendola Training, is a high level endurance coach and accomplished runner and cyclist. Les Naisbitt is 77 years old and a retired construction business owner. Matt has trained athletes from all over the country at every level. Les has hunted and successfully harvested every big game animal in North America, making him a member of the North American Slam Club. Both lead different walks of live but they have so much in common. Matt and Les join Chad to discuss a healthy lifestyle and how to make better decisions when it comes to working out, nutrition, and longevity! The time flew and at the end of it all, all three agreed that nobody has the perfect life, and that their lives aren't for everybody.
John David Stanley is a waterfowl hunter and conservationist. He won the World Junior Goose Calling Championship in 2001 and has finished in the top 10 of the World Duck Calling Championship 7 times. He is a life long friend and we are glad to have him on the podcast.
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