Adam Allred joins Jason and MDV for a powerful conversation on masculinity, faith, responsibility, and what it actually means to become a man in today’s world. They break down why young men lack mentors, how fatherhood shapes identity, and why a strong tribe can transform a man’s entire life. From faith and certainty to relationships and accountability, this episode goes straight into the topics most men avoid but need to hear.

Timestamps:
0:00 Adam Allred on the show
1:29 “Make Men Great Again” — why men need mentors
4:48 Masculine examples in the home
6:20 How the modern church is weakening men
8:00 Dads are more involved — but boys still lack a process to become men
12:03 Why masculinity is struggling
14:59 What Is a Woman book
18:10 Hard times, strong men — soft times, soft men
18:48 Good men raise good men
21:41 A tribe is only as strong as its weakest link
25:00 Why a tribe can do more than therapy
28:59 Faith as the foundation — and why faith requires work
32:30 The purpose of life
35:25 Certainty vs. faith
40:10 Fundamentalism
43:33 We want acceptance more than truth
48:00 Should men have never stopped playing sports?
50:30 Men as emotional punching bags
52:30 The 3 poison pills in a relationship
54:20 Being willing to leave a relationship
58:50 Accountability saves marriages
1:01:20 If you have a problem with my friends, you have a problem with me
1:04:00 Faith, fitness, friends, family

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In this episode, Jason and MDV talk about what it really means to show up in your relationship — from communication and attraction to accountability and faith. They unpack why men and women communicate differently, why you can never stop dating your partner, and how to lead your household with purpose instead of pride.

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0:00 Hotspots, government shutdowns, and the water in New York
2:45 Match the Mode — why men and women communicate differently
8:30 Learning relationship lessons the hard way
10:45 Men shouldn’t be lazy… the Bible says so
15:30 You can NEVER stop dating your partner
17:17 There’s always a force trying to pull you the wrong way
20:38 Asking yourself: What do I want right now vs. long term?
22:35 The #1 sin that affects men: lust
26:05 Stay attracted
27:00 Free 2-Week Kickstart — link here
28:03 What are your thoughts on couples therapy?
31:40 Breaking news: relationships take work
34:00 What role can I play before I place blame?
35:00 Join the Virtual THMC — link here
36:55 The point of this podcast and our weekly calls
40:01 Why it’s important to never coast
41:20 Sign stealing in Little League??

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Jason and MDV sit down with Bear Handlon, CEO and co-founder of Born Primitive, to talk about purpose, business, and giving back in a big way.
Through Operation Debt of Gratitude, Born Primitive has a goal to pay off $25 million in medical bills for U.S. veterans. Bear shares how the idea came to life, the emotional story behind hand-delivering a check, and what drives him to keep serving the veteran community.
They also unpack lessons in leadership and entrepreneurship — from being business partners with your ex-wife to staying mission-focused when critics question your intent.
Timestamps:
0:00 Jason got in trouble with Born Primitive
1:10 It all started with some compression shorts
4:45 Being business partners with your ex-wife
7:30 “I would never go into apparel if I could do it again”
11:00 Staying mission-focused (even when people don’t believe it will work)
15:05 Staying true to your mission is not being controversial
17:30 What is Born Primitive doing for Veteran’s Day? Operation Debt of Gratitude — paying off $25 million of medical bills for veterans
21:43 The powerful story of hand-delivering the check
23:40 How do people get into this situation in the first place? (The phone call that made Bear go all in)
27:18 This shouldn’t be happening at a policy level
29:25 Bear is a dangerous man (a man on a mission)
33:10 Building a brand to fit your lifestyle
36:45 Designing an all-purpose training shoe
41:03 Why the BJJ gi needs to be reimagined
42:15 What does Bear’s training look like right now? (done with heavy weights)
45:10 Gas station ready
47:40 Acknowledging risk and picking a course of action
50:00 We’re stronger together!!!
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Jason and MDV kick things off fired up about the World Series — Shohei Ohtani, the intensity of the games, and the lessons you can pull from how pros carry themselves on the biggest stage.

From there, the conversation shifts to what it really means to lead by example — especially for young boys watching how men train, compete, and handle themselves day to day.

From garage workouts with 11-year-olds to lessons learned from baseball, this one’s all about setting the standard, staying patient, and finding joy in being the example.

0:00 Jason’s “calendar shoot” workout
2:59 Running a marathon… in jeans?!
6:11 Fired up about Shohei Ohtani — best World Series game ever?
9:06 Showing the next generation respect in baseball
12:55 Star player filling water cups — now that’s leadership
15:45 “Act like you’ve been there before”
16:15 Training with five 11-year-olds in the garage
18:00 Why it’s crucial for young boys to have men to look up to
20:30 Conventional gyms in the ’90s were WILD
21:30 Teaching kids patience and exposure through training
23:07 Being the example is a gift
26:00 Celebrating your kids even when it’s “expected behavior”
31:08 Water polo wasn’t on Jason’s 2025 bingo card
36:00 A parent’s job: help your kid find the physical activity they love
40:28 The Virtual TRAIN HARD Men’s Club — come get the juice! (link HERE)
45:00 Jason on being called to relentless positivity — men need it
51:13 January Challenge is coming

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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