HARDHEADED

Chet gives a recap of deer season while Matt and Troy call him out for missing his prediction of harvesting 3 deer on opening morning.

Top 3 highlights of 2023. The guys reflect on some of the main events from the year. They enjoyed the process of contemplating what each of their top 3 would be.

troy closes us out with a good word. Reflect

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Matt has had his fill of people on social media taking credit for things they didn't accomplish. He has seen his fair share of those that let false stories be repeated to benefit those who lack integrity.

the Top 3 Christmas traditions

Christmas Eve family dinner, Watching "A Christmas Story", opening one gift on Christmas Eve, ornaments from places we have vacationed, cutting a live Christmas tree, Christmas Eve church service, Elf on a shelf, matching pajamas.

Chet closes us out with a good word: Humility. Hebrews 2:14-15

Troy brings a list of things he just doesn't get with help from one of our listeners, Josh! Right out of the gate, we find that Troy is actually one of the violators in Josh's complaint about Wichita drivers. Matt and Chet set the record straight. Troy get's some driving lessons.

A listener, Brad, recommended we cover our Top 3 frustrations with grocery stores! The guys have the most harmony with all three lists than any other Top 3 ever. Store shoppers, self-checkout, people, all of the meat isn't together, After quitting chewing tobacco, Matt gives his perspective on the good word, "resist" from Hebrews 2:18.

Episode 157! December 7th is the anniversary of the Pearl Harbor Attack. Chet provides life lessons, good and bad, that we can apply to our lives today!

Top 3 Things to get you in the Christmas Spirit: Classic Christmas Music, decorating the house, Thanksgiving, weather changes, Advent, Deer season, chimney smoke, making jerky, watching A Christmas Story, watching Monk.

Good Word: Read. Hebrews 4:12: The Word of God is living and active!

1. The attack on Pearl Harbor taught us that the unthinkable can happen and that we should always be prepared for any possible scenario, even if there is no apparent threat.

The U.S. was caught off guard by Japan's surprise attack, which resulted in a devastating loss of lives and shipst. We should learn from this experience and be vigilant and proactive in protecting our interests and values.

2. The attack on Pearl Harbor also showed us the importance of resource utilization intelligence gathering. Some U.S. officials had prior knowledge of Pearl Harbor as e potential target, but failed to act on it or communicate it effectively. Moreover, a Japanese spy was able to infiltrate the local community and gather information for attack. We should learn from this mistake and use our resources wisely and efficie and share relevant information with our allies and partners.

• A coded cablegram from the U.S. ambassador to Japan, Joseph C. to the U.S. State Department on January 27, 1941, that reported a Japanese plan to attempt a surprise mass attack on Pearl Harbor!

• A "War Warning" message sent from Washington to Army and Navy comm in Hawaii at the end of November, 1941, that indicated an imminent outbr war with Japan.

3. The attack on Pearl Harbor demonstrated the power of unity and resilience. After the attack, the U.S. rallied together to join the war effort and fight against the Axis powerst The attack also inspired many acts of heroism and sacrifice, such as the 15 Medals of Honor

4. The attack on Pearl Harbor also revealed the dangers of infamy and revenge. President Roosevelt called the attack "a date which will live in infamy" and declared war on Japan?.

The U.S. response was swift and fierce, but also led to some controversial decisions, such as the internment of Japanese Americans and the atomic bombings of Hiroshima and Nagasaki?. We should learn from this history and avoid letting anger and hatred cloud our judgment and morality, and seek peaceful and just solutions to conflicts.

Japanese internment camps were established during World War Il by President Franklin D. Roosevelt through his Executive Order 9066. From 1942 to 1945, it was the policy of the U.S. government that people of Japanese descent, including U.S. citizens, would be incarcerated in isolated camps. Enacted in reaction to the Pearl Harbor attacks and the ensuing war, the incarceration of Japanese Americans is considered one of the most atrocious violations of American civil rights in the 20th century.

This week on Hardheaded, Matt was prepared for Black Friday crazy but saw no looting or riots. This sends the conversation in several directions.

**Topics discussed:** 1. What's On Your Mind: matt's Black Friday Rage 2. Top 3 Overused Hunting terms: Smoked Him, half-year deer, big nasty, swamp donkey, if it flies it dies, if it's brown its down, target buck, stabbed, ground check, up and comer 3. A Good Word from Chet out of Genesis 32:22-30. Wrestle with God.

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Hosts: Matt Amos Chet Sears Troy Trussell

Troy gives us 9 tips to make your Holiday free of stress!

Top 3 Alternative Thanksgiving Main Courses!

Top 3 Alternatives to Holiday Dinner

Matt - Gumbo, Pulled Pork, Brisket

Troy - Duck Gumbo, Tacos, Chili

Chet's what's on my mind segment includes a little bit of everything! Hand shaking, duck hunting prep, the manifesto, and more! The conversation goes off the rails and the Top 3 most embarrassing moments makes it so much worse. Troy can't contain his laughter and Matt grosses us out!

Top 3 Most embarrassing moments

Troy - Run up the cable tearing shorts, breaking down best man speech, middle school father-son basketball game

Chet - Basketball ignorance, shutting down testimony time on a mission trip, texting the wrong thing to his boss.

Matt - Burp in the bus story, Colostomy Bag story, Funeral Story

Good Word Troy - Revelation 22 and Acts 1

Matt gets national recognition with his Tailgating Gumbo! Chet and Matt discuss the "secrets" behind the recipe. Matt then turns his attention to how he has unplugged from the news but tuned back in since the conflict with Israel and Hamas and has been let down again!

The guys turn to the #Top3 Restaurants we've eaten. It is fun taking a stroll down memory lane for many of us!

Top 3 Restaurants at which you have Eaten

1. Superior - Skirt Steak Fajita, Chicken Fajitas, - Shreveport, LA
2. Napoleon House - Muffuletta - New Orleans, LA
3. Little Saigon - Vermicelli Noodle dish with Shrimp and Egg-roll

Matt - Jordan in Chicago restaurant, Tony Roma's in Peru, Mortons in San Diego

chet's

1. Mickey Mantles Steakhouse, OKC
2. BBQ City Ruston Louisiana
3. Cafe Del Tasso 1476, Bergamo Italy

Chet's Good word - Galatians chapter 5 - How do you get more peace, love, joy, patience, kindness, gentleness, and self-control? Pursue Christ! Don't pursue those things! He provides those fruits of the spirit to you as you pursue Him!

This episode is all about support. Chet starts off with support on his mind. He talks about his perspective changing from being the leading character to a supporting cast member. We have many roles in life; husband, brother, uncle, friend, co-worker, etc. why do we tend to only think about ourselves as the main character in every situation? Chet shares 9 ways for you to be a better supporting role in life:

1. Leave your opinion at the door
2. Practice active listening
3. Set Boundaries
4. Ask Caring Questions
5. Don't Make Promises you can't keep
6. Offer practical help
7. Be Proactive
8. Validate their feelings
9. Refrain from judging

He got these from this article:

https://www.trackinghappiness.com/how-to-be-supportive/

Active Listening with Dan Oblinger

The conversation then turns to the Top 3 Supporting Actors:

Troy: Gary Oldman, Brad Pitt, Alan Rickman

Chet - Jon Malkovich; Robert Duvall and Tommy Lee Jones; Christoph Waltz, Philip Seymour Hoffman

Matt - Christopher Walken; Willam Defoe; Christoph Waltz

Good Word: Supporter: Troy talks about the Holy Spirit playing the best supporting role in our lives! https://www.hardheadedpodcast.com/

Troy joins the cause and shares his list of Things I Just Don't Get! The list includes radios on Harley Davidsons, elevator etiquette, bicycling on the road, and much more! Troy has ridiculed Chet for his past lists but now he understands how much fun it is! We can't wait for Matt to join in soon!

The #Top3 list jumps to Drummers!

Troy -

1. Danny Carey; Tool, Dave Grohl; Nirvana/Foo Fighters, Carter Beauford, DMB

Matt -

Guns and Roses - Steven Adler; Travis Barker - Blink 182; Chad Smith - RHCP

Chet -

Neil Peart-Rush, John Bonham-Led Zeppelin, Carter Beauford-Dave Matthews Band

Good Word Matt - Proverbs 15:1 - a soft answer turns away wrath…

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