HARDHEADED

This week Troy Trussell opens up about the weight some creative types deal with, the weight of trying to be perfect. Many times, entrepreneurs and business owners try harder to satisfy their expectations even after the client is already satisfied. Troy has struggled with this for years. Chet has a theory that Matt didn't see coming.

The conversation then turns to the #Top3 things always found in your refrigerator.

Matt closes out the episode with a good word from thr Gospel of Matthew.

Topics discussed:

1. What's On Your Mind: Pursuit of perfection
2. Top 3: Things always found in your refrigerator. eggs, cheese, ketchup, salsa, seltzer water, milk, half & half, sour cream
3. A Good Word: Consistency Matthew 5:37

Small business owner, customer satisfaction, perfection, creator, creative director, client,

Links mentioned in this episode:

• https://www.hardheadedpodcast.com/
• http://admiralspennant.com/

This podcast is hosted by ZenCast.fm

This week, Chet talks about the rewards and challenges of building a massive deer stand. If you are going to go, you might as well go big! The Kansas wind has Chet extremely nervous about the new home-built stand "weathering" the elements. This is based on previous experience from a smaller deer stand Chet had. The guys discuss the crazy artificial intelligence search function the Apple iPhone has for pictures stored on your device. Naturally, this turns into a competition to see which host has the most fish pictures on their phone. Matt disappoints Chet by having over 400 pictures of fish on his phone! The #Top3 topic this week is bottled water brands. Did you know Chuck Norris was in the bottled water game? We did!!!! Troy shares his good word for the episode: Gift. The guys discuss salvation being a free gift that cannot be earned through works.

Deer hunting, Kansas, wind damage. deer stand, deer blind, box blind, DIY, home made, bottled water, best taste, salvation,

Topics discussed:

1. What's On Your Mind: Building a deer blind
2. Top 3 Bottled water brands: Pure Life, Ozarka, C-Force, Great Value, Arrowhead, Kirkland, Essentia, Evian
3. A Good Word: Gift Ephesians 2:8-9 "For by grace you have been saved through faith. And this is not your own doing; it is the gift of God, not a result of works, so that no one may boast."

Links mentioned in this episode:

• https://www.hardheadedpodcast.com/
• http://admiralspennant.com/

This podcast is hosted by ZenCast.fm

This week, Matt Amos, Chet Sears and Troy Trussell cover the joys and pains of restoring cars to their former glory. They also discuss the Top 3 cuts of meat.

Topics discussed:

1. What's On Your Mind with Matt - Car Restoration
2. Top 3 Cuts of Meat
3. A Good Word with Chet

Links mentioned in this episode:

• https://www.hardheadedpodcast.com/
• http://admiralspennant.com/
• http://trussellmedia.com/

This podcast is hosted by ZenCast.fm

This week, Matt Amos, Chet Sears and Troy Trussell cover Biden's administrations new rule to subsidize home buyers with bad credit. What's next?

Topics discussed:

1. What's On Your Mind: Biden's new housing rule
2. Top 3 Boat Names
3. A Good Word from Matt

Links mentioned in this episode:

• https://www.hardheadedpodcast.com/
• http://admiralspennant.com/
• http://trussellmedia.com/

This podcast is hosted by ZenCast.fm

This week, Matt Amos, Chet Sears and Troy Trussell cover the crazy industry of Mt. Everest climbers. After a crazy question to start the episode, Matt is let down by what Chet really wants to talk about. Chet makes the case that it is not worth stepping over dead bodies to reaxh the summit. He contends to remove all of the deceased before continuing with the long lines to climb the highest mountain in the world.

The conversation shifts to the #Top3 Adam Sandler movies. There is a little bit of disagreement but still quite a bit of alignment between the guys. This turns into a good discussion about Sandler's recent recognition with the Mark Twain Award.

Troy closes us out with a good word from the Gospel of Luke chapter 4.

Topics discussed:

1. What's On Your Mind: Climbing Everest
2. Top 3 Adam Sandler Movies: Muder Mystery 2, 50 First Dates, Billy Madison, Waterboy, Hustle, Uncut Gems, Happy Gilmore, Just Go With It, Blended, The Wedding Singer
3. A Good Word: Luke 4 When Jesus claims to be the Messiah.

Links mentioned in this episode:

• https://www.hardheadedpodcast.com/
• http://admiralspennant.com/
• http://trussellmedia.com/

This podcast is hosted by ZenCast.fm

This week, Matt Amos, Chet Sears and Troy Trussell cover the complex topic of mass shootings. We want to stop gun violence, but how? There are some theories discussed which may or may not invilve a busted lip and a black eye. Matt talks semi-auto weapon bans. Chet tells a story about when he was bullied in high school and his father's advice on tolerence.

The conversation then shifts to our #Top3 overrated brands. Do some of your favorites hit this list?

Chet closes out the episode with a word about the "Chief Priests" involved in the crusifixion of Jesus.

Topics discussed:

1. What's On Your Mind: Mass Shootings: what are the causes? What has changed in society while the number of events has risen?
2. Top 3 Overrated Brands: Yeti, Starbucks, General Motors, Chik-fil-A, John Deere, Nike, Pfizer, Kimber
3. A Good Word: Sanhedrin

Links mentioned in this episode:

• https://www.hardheadedpodcast.com/
• http://admiralspennant.com/

This podcast is hosted by ZenCast.fm

This week, Matt Amos, Chet Sears and Troy Trussell cover how people should respond when a company they purchase from does something they don't support. Bud Light and Disney are a couple of companies that have gone down a different path recently. How will their customer base respond?

This week's #Top3 is "Ways to cook a potato". you'll be hungry after listening to this segment.

Matt closes us out with a good word.

Topics discussed:

1. What's On Your Mind: Boycotts
2. Top 3: Fried potato slices, french fries, loaded mashed potatoes, hash browns, scalloped potatoes,
3. A Good Word

Links mentioned in this episode:

• https://www.hardheadedpodcast.com/
• http://admiralspennant.com/

This podcast is hosted by ZenCast.fm

This week, Matt Amos, Chet Sears and Troy Trussell cover the frustrations of vehicle ownership. Chet ks struggling with cars falling apart. Matt embarks on a restorstion of a 1964 Lincoln Continental. Did Troy actually put one million miles on his car? The conversation shifts to the #Top3 vehicles they've owned. Troy closes us out with a good word about Jesus Christ's resurrection.

Topics discussed:

1. What's On Your Mind: Owning too many cars
2. Top 3 vehicles you've owned: 2013 Ford F150, 1989 Mazda B2200, 2004 Ford F150, 1964 Lincoln Continental, 2019 Ford F350, 1980 Ford F100, Mitsubishi Eclipse, 1984 Oldsmobile Delta 88, Isuzu
3. A Good Word: Resurrection

Links mentioned in this episode:

• https://www.hardheadedpodcast.com/
• http://admiralspennant.com/

This podcast is hosted by ZenCast.fm

The 122nd episode of the Hardheaded podcast opens up with a discussion between the three hosts, Matt, Chet, and Troy, about what is on Matt's mind. Matt is asking for tips on the best man's speech he will be giving at his friend's wedding reception. Troy, who has been a wedding videographer for decades, shares his wealth of experience and gives Matt some excellent advice on how to deliver a great speech. Chet, an excellent speech writer, provides Matt with a fantastic template for the speech. The three hosts share some laughs as they discuss what could go wrong and take great care to ensure that Matt does not mess up his speech.

The hosts also talk about the unique situation of a Baptist best man speaking at a Catholic wedding, which has Matt excited.

Moving on to the Top 3 segment, the topic of the day is Top 3 animated movies. Chet shares his top picks, which include Despicable Me, Toy Story, and Cars. Troy's favorites are Peter Pan, The Secret of Nymn, and The Incredibles. Matt's top 3 picks are Lego Batman, Toy Story, and Despicable Me, with some honorable mentions for Brave, Moana, and Watership Down. The hosts have a lively discussion about what makes each movie great and why they are so important to them.

As the episode comes to a close, Chet shares a good word from the Bible about being well equipped. He reads from 2 Timothy 3:12-17, which emphasizes the importance of being prepared and ready for any challenge that comes our way.

Topics discussed:

1. What's On Your Mind: Matt's best man speech
2. Top 3 Animated movies: Despicable Me, Toy Story, Cars, Peter Pan, The Secret of Nymn, The Incredibles, Lego Batman, Toy Story, Despicable Me, honorable mentions: Brave, Moana, Watership Down.
3. A Good Word: Equipped 2 Timothy 3:12-17

Links mentioned in this episode:

• https://www.hardheadedpodcast.com/
• http://admiralspennant.com/

This podcast is hosted by ZenCast.fm

Introduction:

Chet welcomes the audience and introduces the three segments for the episode. Segment 1 - What's on Troy's Mind:

Troy talks about the negative comments on Hardheaded podcast's social media posts. He mentions the comments about tipping and how the cast are being called "boomers". Troy expresses his thoughts on the issue. Segment 2 - Top 3 Things to Tell Your Younger Self:

Chet, Troy, and Matt share their top 3 pieces of advice they would give to their younger selves. Chet's advice includes not goofing off all the time, being confident, and learning to write. Troy advises to not waste time on people who are not worth it, to practice harder, and to save and invest. Matt suggests being true to oneself, not caring about what others think, and focusing on the future. Segment 3 - A Good Word:

Matt talks about Proverbs 15:1, which mentions the power of gentle answers. He explains the importance of responding with kindness, even in the face of hostility. Matt gives examples of how gentle answers can defuse tense situations and bring about positive outcomes.

Conclusion: Chet thanks the audience for listening and encourages them to follow the podcast on social media. He reminds them of the importance of responding with gentleness and kindness in all situations.

Topics discussed:

1. What's On Your Mind: Negative commenting on our posts
2. Top 3: Things you woukd tell your younger self
3. A Good Word: Proverbs 15:1 Gentle Answers

Links mentioned in this episode:

• https://www.hardheadedpodcast.com/
• http://admiralspennant.com/

This podcast is hosted by ZenCast.fm