Jason and MDV get real about what it means to follow your “personal legend” — a concept from The Alchemist that hits hard when you’re balancing fatherhood, leadership, and purpose.

From rethinking what success actually looks like to the importance of staying connected with your kids, this one dives into growth, authenticity, and the power of surrounding yourself with strong men.

Timestamps:
0:00 This thing called Cooperstown
3:00 Success is being able to go to every one of your kid's games
6:45 Shifting perspective about driving your kid to school
8:50 Re-evaluating life and priorities
11:00 Don’t become roommates with your kids
13:00 “It’s… 6, 7”
14:45 Will your kids want to visit you?
15:50 Long-term leadership — it’s okay to change direction
18:52 Finding your personal legend (The Alchemist)
22:20 Bringing men together — connection through fitness
26:00 The Men’s Club is just different
30:37 Finding fulfillment in following your passion, even when it’s scary
34:40 It all comes down to authenticity
35:09 Handling pressure when you make a life change
44:00 Why men need to be surrounded by other men
47:45 What can we do to help the guys who can’t control themselves?
49:00 Being a force multiplier

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It’s a full life update kind of episode — MDV’s post-surgery recovery, Gabe’s 41-minute Ironman delay, and Jason’s daughter going on her first “date.”
From parenting lessons and perspective shifts to expensive PRP treatments and trailer upgrades, the crew covers it all in this one.

Timestamps:
0:00 MDV’s surgery and fall festivities
1:53 Jason’s daughter’s first “date”
2:44 Every dad pictures this day
4:20 Spying on the homecoming date
6:30 Lessons for dads with daughters
9:10 Building trust so kids feel comfortable talking
10:25 Meeting the boy — is it necessary?
11:30 Family, love, and trust
18:06 Preparing sons for dating
21:59 Gabe’s Ironman disaster (41-minute delay!)
34:18 Why swimming tragedies are more common than you think
37:59 MDV’s “nose job”
41:00 Breathing strips = PEDs?
44:00 Jason’s PRP experiment
49:00 The real cost of recovery and treatments
53:00 Jason’s new trailer setup (tease for next episode)
53:18 Evolution of the podcast
54:25 What Gabe’s training for next
59:09 Follow your passions

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We’re recapping Gabe's 30-day experiment with nicotine—was it a performance enhancer, an appetite suppressant, or just a slippery slope? From THMC updates to turning 40, this one covers a lot of ground.

Timestamps:
0:00 Kaden’s jinx on the Mets should be studied
2:15 Khalipa Home Run Derby (and Jason still can’t swing a bat)
3:54 Kids, creatine, and coffee??
9:55 THMC Captains!!!
14:00 Is Gabe addicted to nicotine now?
31:16 Tasting victory: men vs. women
32:07 The effect of nicotine on your gums (Willie dipped two or three cans a day)
33:20 Big League Chew & the responsibility of pro athletes as role models
36:32 Cal Raleigh’s ball given to a kid
41:09 Jason thrives under short notice
42:51 Jason turns the big 4-0! (advice on entering a new decade)

This episode tackles everything from parenting moments to federal fitness standards. Jason, Gabe, and MDV break down what it means to hold yourself—and others—to a higher standard.

Timestamps:

• 0:00 What would you do in this situation?

• 3:58 Cultural differences in how kids act

• 6:30 Should you talk to the kid or the coach?

• 10:00 You can only control your emotions

• 14:04 Shooting accident in Texas

• 14:33 Should FBI agents be able to do ONE pull-up?

• 19:45 Acknowledging the requirements of your chosen path

• 21:00 Holding men and women to the same standards

• 28:38 Once they’re in… they’re never tested again?!

• 31:08 Just because you want to, doesn’t mean you can (MDV’s NFL dreams)

• 32:55 HOW IS THIS OFFENSIVE?!

• 35:00 Pull-ups replacing sit-ups as the FBI standard

• 42:00 Personal responsibility to train martial arts

• 43:35 Some don’t even get range time

• 44:36 A powerful email from a mom listener

• 46:21 This mom is an absolute legend

• 47:30 Boys need men to shape them (Jason’s suggestions)

• 53:40 The TRAIN HARD Men’s Club is leveling up

This episode digs into what it means to stay human in a world shaped by algorithms, polarization, and constant online noise. From the importance of supportive relationships to the dangers of raising kids in a social media vacuum, Jason, MDV, and Gabe explore why real human connection matters more than ever.

Timestamps:
0:00 Swimming is just different
5:15 Why a supportive spouse makes all the difference in training goals
6:55 Trapped in ChatGPT: Listen here
11:59 When ChatGPT tells you exactly what you want to hear
13:10 Human connection, mental health, and the dark side of algorithms
17:25 Bernie Sanders vs. Charlie Kirk
19:20 Why these conversations matter—kids are growing up in a vacuum
24:00 How being “connected” leads to self-isolation
27:15 Pitbull, love, and knowing when to stop consuming
29:00 If kids don’t hear it from you, they’ll find it somewhere else
31:25 How social media fuels divisiveness
33:04 The dangerous “us vs. them” mentality
35:00 Why the U.S. is still the best place to live
37:09 What Charlie Kirk got right about in-person discussions
43:30 Tim Dillon on why normal people don’t act this way
47:07 Don’t let politics disqualify real human connection

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Matt Chan—CrossFit Games legend, firefighter, and all-around badass—joins the Home Team for a conversation that spans training, marriage, and what it means to keep showing up for decades.

Timestamps:

• 0:00 Matt Chan is on the show (and Jason can’t help but notice he’s shirtless)

• 3:50 Is CrossFit really a clean sport?

• 5:15 Matt’s full knee replacement

• 9:38 Pushing through pain for over a decade

• 11:45 How being injured messes with your mindset

• 15:30 Going to three different doctors before getting answers

• 18:00 Why you shouldn’t rush into peptides—and the #1 rule: stop doing stuff that hurts

• 23:20 Altering expectations in the gym as you age

• 28:24 Marriage is better 20 years in: caring for each other first

• 32:30 Realizing marriage is a team sport (rules of engagement)

• 35:42 Why life is better shared than solo

• 37:39 Becoming better together: the daily learning experience

• 39:13 Matt’s current training and his Fireground Ready e-book

• 42:30 Why everyone should be running

• 45:00 Zone 2 vs. high intensity: which should you choose?

• 48:45 Tactical Games and mountain picnics

• 59:00 The ultimate swimming heebie jeebies

In dark times, connection matters more than ever. Jason shares the story behind the Train Hard Men’s Club—how it began with just a few men meeting up to train, and how you can start something similar in your own community.

From conquering the fear of failure to creating a space where fitness, coffee, and accountability collide, this episode is all about building brotherhood and leading from the front.

Timestamps:

• 0:00 How to start a men’s club in a dark world

• 2:50 Where it all started (iron sharpens iron)

• 5:30 The fear of failure

• 8:00 A small impact is still an impact

• 9:15 Why coffee is where the magic happens

• 12:27 Fitness is the great equalizer

• 14:30 If I could go back—what I’d do differently

• 16:00 The power of keeping it simple

• 19:00 Finding ways to welcome and introduce everyone

• 22:18 Overcoming the intimidation factor for newbies

• 24:30 Not coaching, just working out together

• 26:36 When something is on your mind—just do it

• 29:40 Don’t let your nights ruin your mornings

• 32:20 Getting your partner on board with the vision

• 34:40 Counterbalance in a relationship and avoiding isolation

• 38:35 If not you, then who?

• 40:28 Final reflections

  
  

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Jason, Gabe, and MDV talk fatherhood, mentorship, and the lessons that matter most for raising boys into strong men. From the influence of moms, to choosing the right friends, to the need for adventure and accountability—this one’s about the values that last a lifetime.

0:00 Matt Birthday Boy DellaValle!
1:20 Jason’s book idea: 10 things I want to give my son before high school
3:00 Choose friends mom would be proud of (Jason’s house got graffitied)
5:30 Jason goofed off in high school
7:05 Why mom is the most influential person in a kid’s life
8:19 How youth sports surround kids with good groups
9:18 Male figures in a young boy’s life… but mom is still on another level
15:28 The most important lesson to teach your son + stats on being raised without a dad
19:17 Why men need adventure
21:50 Strong men to call you out when you’re out of line
24:25 How values differ depending on where you live
26:40 Showing appreciation when you see men doing the right thing
30:40 Maple syrup was too much for Jason
32:40 Lamar Jackson gets shoved after a game
36:00 LEO and Jason’s experience
45:57 Do kickers get better with age?

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Faith isn’t always easy to talk about—but it’s a big part of our lives, and this podcast has opened the door for us to explore it together. In this episode, we share personal stories about growing up Catholic, finding comfort in prayer, and the difference between faith and organized religion. We also talk about what it means to be on the same page with your partner, why praying out loud has been so powerful, and how making church an anchor to the week can shape daily life.

From funny memories as altar servers to deeper conversations about ghosts, spirits, and gut feelings—this one goes beyond fitness and into the beliefs that keep us grounded.

Timestamps:

• 0:00 How the podcast opened us up to faith (sharing our backgrounds)

• 3:00 Why is faith so uncomfortable to talk about?

• 6:25 Being on the same page as your partner

• 7:50 Praying out loud has been very powerful

• 9:47 What makes you NOT share?

• 10:40 Growing up Catholic (MDV was a pro altar server)

• 12:00 The difference between faith and organized religion

• 14:48 How organized church can jade your view

• 15:38 Prayer and the Bible make for a better day

• 18:03 Going to church every Sunday and making connections there

• 24:36 Having an anchor to your week

• 28:11 Pulling people into religion—tough questions

• 33:20 Nobody is trying to push us—we’re just sharing

• 38:39 Do you believe in ghosts or spirits?

• 41:02 Gabe’s crazy story (and why conversations like this keep us curious)

• 50:28 Core tenets of faith

• 52:51 Jason’s morning routine is about to get a lot earlier

• 57:13 The Astros pitcher drama and reading lips in little league

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The Home Team is back—breaking down whether soreness is actually the sign of a good workout, or just poor recovery. From DOMS and training consistency to extreme exhaustion in BJJ, triathlons, and combat sports, this episode covers it all. Plus: Jason’s eye injury, Hyrox tattoos, and why wrestlers walk bow-legged.

Timestamps:

• 0:00 MDV or Gordon Ryan?

• 1:02 Is soreness the sign of a good workout?

• 2:25 DOMS explained

• 3:48 Why you shouldn’t be too sore to train again

• 8:50 The importance of feeling like you did something

• 11:00 Poor recovery vs. good training

• 14:00 The THMC

• 15:11 Kaden punched Jason in the eye

• 15:45 Extreme exhaustion: BJJ & underwater sports

• 21:00 Craig Jones Invitational

• 24:40 Why individual comps hit different than team comps

• 27:00 October in Texas = HOT

• 29:45 Triathlon chip times

• 31:00 80° water = hot tub? Ironman temps matter

• 36:55 Thousands at Ironman 70.3

• 38:11 Everyone asking MDV about Hyrox

• 40:00 Jason’s Hyrox tattoo plans

• 41:35 Why wrestlers walk bow-legged

• 42:24 HOT TAKE: Was that a slam??

• 45:50 Risk vs. reward in combat sports

• 53:00 ACL tears & menstrual cycles

• 54:55 Pete & Bobby Challenge standards

• 57:23 Sub-30 Murph

• 58:55 Pediatric Cancer Awareness Month → negu.org

• 1:00:06 Gabe on nicotine (research purposes only)

  
  

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