Forging Forward Podcast

Josh Davis, PhD joshdavisphd.com— co-author of the USA Today bestseller The Difference that Makes the Difference and author of Two Awesome Hours — joins Forging Forward to break down why high-capable people stay stuck and what actually creates real change.

This conversation goes deeper than surface-level mindset. We unpack the "model of the world" driving your decisions, how invisible beliefs shape your behavior, and why most people keep repeating the same patterns even when they want something different.

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Josh brings together psychology, neuroscience, and practical tools to show how you can:

• Identify the beliefs quietly running your life
• Shift the patterns that keep you stuck
• Focus on what actually moves the needle
• Communicate and influence more effectively
• Create behavior change that lasts

If you've ever felt like you're capable of more but can't seem to break through, this episode will give you a clearer lens on what's really going on—and how to start changing it.

This is about understanding yourself at a deeper level so you can finally move forward with intention.

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Adam Thorne

Psychology Today Profile: https://www.psychologytoday.com/profile/1441965

Andy Kemp

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When everything around you feels chaotic—news, stress, uncertainty—it's easy to lose your footing. But most people don't fall apart because of the world. They fall apart because they lose their center.

In this episode, We break down what it actually means to stay grounded when life feels unstable. Not by ignoring reality, but by building internal structure, controlling what you can, and refusing to get pulled into the noise.

We get into why chaos pulls you off track, how your nervous system responds under pressure, and what it looks like to stay steady when everything around you isn't. This isn't about pretending things are fine—it's about becoming the kind of man who can handle when they're not.

If you've been feeling off, overwhelmed, or pulled in too many directions, this one will bring you back to center.

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About the Hosts:

Adam Thorne

Psychology Today Profile: https://www.psychologytoday.com/profile/1441965

Andy Kemp

Psychology Today Profile: https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/therapists/andrew-andy-kemp-bozeman-mt/879276

In this episode of Forging Forward, Adam sits down with Omar Ritter, author of the book West Point to Wall Street. Omar shares the story of his journey from the demanding leadership environment of the United States Military Academy at West Point into the high-stakes world of finance. Along the way he developed a philosophy centered on discipline, accountability, and building a life based on strong personal standards.

In this conversation, Omar talks about what West Point actually teaches about leadership, responsibility, and character, and how those lessons translate into business, decision-making, and personal growth long after the uniform comes off. He also speaks openly about something that doesn't get discussed enough in high-performance environments: the value of therapy. Omar explains how seeking therapy helped him better understand himself, navigate challenges, and ultimately become more effective both professionally and personally.

This episode explores the mindset required to succeed in demanding environments, the importance of self-awareness, and why doing the internal work can be just as important as external achievement.

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Adam Thorne

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Andy Kemp

Psychology Today Profile: https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/therapists/andrew-andy-kemp-bozeman-mt/879276

What does it actually mean to parent intentionally in a culture that constantly pulls families toward more noise, more pressure, and more consumption?

In this episode of Forging Forward, I sit down with Flora McCormick, host of the Sustainable Parenting podcast, to talk about what it looks like to raise grounded, resilient children without falling into perfectionism or burnout.

This conversation isn't about being the perfect parent. It's about being a steady one.

If you care about raising strong, thoughtful kids while staying centered yourself, this one's for you.

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About the Hosts:

Adam Thorne

Psychology Today Profile: https://www.psychologytoday.com/profile/1441965

Andy Kemp

Psychology Today Profile: https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/therapists/andrew-andy-kemp-bozeman-mt/879276

Episode Bio AI therapy is no longer theoretical — it's already happening.

In this episode of Forging Forward, Adam interviews Grok, an AI built for conversation, to explore what happens when technology steps into the therapy room.

Through real client scenarios, this episode tests how AI responds to emotional struggle, men who find it hard to open up, and moments of psychological risk — then breaks down what AI does well, what it misses, and what that means for the future of human therapy.

Will AI replace therapists — or simply change how people begin the conversation?

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Adam Thorne

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Andy Kemp

Psychology Today Profile: https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/therapists/andrew-andy-kemp-bozeman-mt/879276

In this episode of Forging Forward, Adam and Andy address a recent, widely discussed incident in the Bozeman community involving allegations against a therapist who also held a position of public authority. Without naming individuals or speculating on outcomes, the conversation focuses on what situations like this reveal about professional ethics, power dynamics, and the responsibility that comes with working in deeply trusting relationships.

They break down why boundaries exist in therapy, how power imbalances can persist even after sessions end, and why ethical standards are designed to protect clients, clinicians, and the integrity of the profession. The episode also explores the broader community impact, including how cases like this affect public trust and how male therapists, in particular, can navigate the fallout without becoming defensive, withdrawn, or isolated.

Adam and Andy discuss how male clinicians should talk with one another for support, why peer consultation matters, and whether current ethics training adequately prepares therapists for modern realities like digital communication, small-town dual roles, and blurred boundaries. The episode closes with a grounded reflection on accountability, due process, and the importance of strengthening trust through transparency, humility, and responsibility rather than fear or silence.

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About the Hosts:

Adam Thorne

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Andy Kemp

Psychology Today Profile: https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/therapists/andrew-andy-kemp-bozeman-mt/879276

Moral fatigue isn't burnout, and it's not depression. It's what happens when you're constantly trying to do the right thing in a system that never stops asking more of you.

In this episode of Forging Forward, We break down moral fatigue—how it shows up in men who care deeply about their work, their families, and their values, yet feel increasingly numb, cynical, or quietly resentful. We talk about why willpower isn't the issue, why "just take a break" doesn't fix it, and how prolonged value conflict slowly drains motivation, clarity, and meaning.

This is a grounded conversation about responsibility overload, ethical pressure, and what happens when your nervous system never gets permission to stand down. More importantly, we look at how to recover your internal compass without checking out, becoming bitter, or burning everything down.

If you've ever thought, "I'm doing everything right, so why do I feel like this?"—this one's for you.

About the Hosts:

Adam Thorne

Psychology Today Profile: https://www.psychologytoday.com/profile/1441965

Andy Kemp

Psychology Today Profile: https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/therapists/andrew-andy-kemp-bozeman-mt/879276

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In this episode of Forging Forward, Adam sits down with Derek Hales, founder of NapLab, to break down one of the most misunderstood pillars of mental health: Sleep.

Sleep isn't just about feeling rested. It's about emotional regulation, decision-making, impulse control, anxiety, depression, and long-term brain health. Yet most people are guessing their way through it with caffeine, willpower, and bad advice.

Derek brings a data-driven perspective from years of testing mattresses, sleep environments, and recovery variables, while Adam connects the dots between sleep deprivation and what he sees every day in therapy: heightened anxiety, low mood, poor focus, burnout, and nervous-system dysregulation.

If you're working on yourself but still feel foggy, reactive, or exhausted — this episode might explain why.

About the Hosts:

Adam Thorne

Psychology Today Profile: https://www.psychologytoday.com/profile/1441965

Andy Kemp

Psychology Today Profile: https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/therapists/andrew-andy-kemp-bozeman-mt/879276

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In this episode of Forging Forward, we take an honest look at Dry January and what actually happens when you take a break from alcohol. We talk through the real changes people notice in sleep, anxiety, mood, energy, and focus, along with the psychological shifts that often show up once alcohol is out of the picture.

This is not about shaming drinking or pushing total abstinence. It is about paying attention. We explore who Dry January tends to help most, where it can feel harder than expected, and how a short reset can reveal patterns around stress, coping, and emotional regulation.

If you have ever wondered whether alcohol is truly helping you unwind or quietly working against your mental health, this episode offers a grounded place to reflect and decide what makes sense for you moving forward.

About the Hosts:

Adam Thorne

Psychology Today Profile: https://www.psychologytoday.com/profile/1441965

Andy Kemp

Psychology Today Profile: https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/therapists/andrew-andy-kemp-bozeman-mt/879276

Forging Forward — Episode: Losing Hope

What happens when the future feels closed, motivation disappears, and everything starts to feel pointless? In this episode of Forging Forward, therapists Adam Thorne and Andy Kemp go straight into one of the quietest and most dangerous emotional states there is: losing hope.

They break down how hopelessness actually forms in the nervous system, why people often feel "stuck" even when nothing obvious is wrong, and how long-term stress, depression, trauma, addiction, and burnout slowly train the brain to stop expecting things to get better. This isn't a motivational talk or a "just think positive" episode. It's a grounded look at what happens when the mind gives up and how people can begin to feel forward movement again.

You'll hear how hopelessness shows up in real therapy rooms, why it often looks like laziness or apathy from the outside, and what actually helps someone start to rebuild belief in themselves, their relationships, and their future.

If you've been waking up tired of trying, feeling disconnected from your goals, or quietly wondering if anything is ever going to change, this episode is for you.

About the Hosts:

Adam Thorne

Psychology Today Profile: https://www.psychologytoday.com/profile/1441965

Andy Kemp

Psychology Today Profile: https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/therapists/andrew-andy-kemp-bozeman-mt/879276