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July 07, 2026 Hunt For Wellness Podcast #185: Achievement to Attunement with Agony
BONES and Forge are joined by Agony who discusses the importance of the quiet why we should enjoy the journey instead of results.

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July 06, 2026 Ep 220 HIM Pac Rat - Selling a Rucksack to F3 Leadership
In this episode, PacRat shares his journey from humble beginnings to becoming a leader in F3, highlighting the power of community, leadership, and personal growth through rucking, fitness, and faith.

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July 02, 2026 Ep 66 | Influence Is an Art. Control Is a Shortcut. Great Leaders Know the Difference. | The Whetstone
📌 THE MISSION
Every leader eventually faces the same temptation: the culture is slipping, the standard isn't being held, and the fastest fix is a new rule. This episode is about why that instinct — however reasonable it feels — is almost always wrong, and what great leaders do instead.
Dredd, Dark Helmet, and The Plague start with something small — a shovel flag handoff that didn't go quite right — and follow the question all the way to the foundations of American liberty and a man's life calling. If culture isn't built by rules, what builds it? If control doesn't work, what does? And why does the problem that makes you angriest almost always point toward the work you were made to do?
The sharpest insight in the episode isn't about strategy — it's about the leader himself. Dark Helmet names it plainly: the desire to control isn't usually about the organization. It's about the leader's own refusal to be uncomfortable. That realization doesn't make the standard less important. It makes the leader the first place to look.
Dredd closes with four words that say everything about which approach endures: "There's a better way. It's just harder."
✅ HIGHLIGHTS
✅ Why culture always spreads through merit — never through enforcement
✅ The governing definition: culture is the worst behavior leadership will tolerate
✅ Why the desire to control reveals more about the leader than the team
✅ How to correct without breeding resentment — humor, questions, and relationship
✅ What Dark Helmet's daughter learned about durability that no safe environment could have taught her
✅ Why the problem that makes you angriest is often the clearest signal of your calling
💥 Power Quotes
"I don't think culture arises from rules. It arises from merit, it arises from success."
"Culture is built on the worst behavior that leadership will tolerate."
"Keep saying it, otherwise you get cultural leakage."
"There is no line."
"If you want to influence a man... you are gonna have to get real comfortable with playing a long game."
"Do you want to make yourself feel good? Do you want to control the situation? Or do you want to actually change the culture?"
"It's very easy to allow a virtuous pattern of conduct to slide right into pride. And then the devil's got you the other end."
"There's a better way. It's just harder."
⏱️ CHAPTERS
00:00 — MudGear socks, Fourth of July, and South Carolina freedom
06:20 — The shovel flag question: standards without rules?
08:30 — What does it mean to maintain culture without being "enforcey"?
13:22 — Leadership is the answer — not a new rule
16:32 — "I don't think culture arises from rules"
20:08 — Culture is the worst behavior leadership will tolerate
23:16 — A leader's job: reinforce what matters, not everything
24:00 — Free speech and the soccer red card
28:45 — Defining racism and the free speech standard
31:21 — Cultural leakage — and who exploits it
32:00 — Applying all of this back to the shovel flag handoff
35:05 — The real reason leaders reach for control
36:41 — Philippians 4:11 and learning contentment
38:40 — Dark Helmet's daughter and the band director
41:17 — What it means to raise durable people
45:35 — You have to play the long game
46:22 — The break room dishes and how culture actually changes
48:00 — Protest signs, yard signs, and the failure of compliance-seeking
52:11 — Missionaries, slammed doors, and emotional resilience
56:00 — What your righteous frustration is telling you
57:12 — The problem that won't leave you alone
58:53 — Whale oil and the men who refused to accept "the way it's done"
1:00:21 — Every calling looks insane from the outside
1:02:27 — F3 is nuts — and that's the point
1:03:17 — Applying this to your workplace culture
1:04:38 — "There's a better way. It's just harder."
1:04:53 — "Pray for her daily."
📚 Mentioned in this Episode:
Free to Lead (referenced as source of the "what pisses you off" purpose framework)
Philippians 4:11
Simon Sinek
Jocko Willink
F3 Nation
MudGear
🔗 Connect with The Whetstone:
F3 Nation: https://f3nation.com
Twitter/X: @dreddcnc | @Darkhelmetf3 | @F3ThePlague

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July 01, 2026 In Cadence S01E25 - UK Convergence 2026
UK Convergence 2026: organisation, movement, and meaningful discussion
In this episode, we take a slight break from tradition and dive into a highlight discussion of the UK Convergence 2026. Flea is joined by Shredder and two guests from the organising team, Spock and The Artist, to unpack how the event came together, what worked, and what it meant for the men who attended.
- How Spock and The Artist got involved in organising the convergence
- Why Milton Keynes and Willen Lake were chosen as the location
- The structure of the day: an hour-long beatdown, parkrun, mobility work, breakfast, and a 30/30 discussion
- How the team adapted the event for men who wanted something beyond a standard workout
- The third F: faith, and how that conversation created space for openness, trust, and respect
- Reflections on leadership, volunteering, being “voluntold,” and stepping into discomfort
- What the team learned and how feedback may shape future convergence events
- Welcome Homes, personnel changes, and wider updates from the UK regions
Key takeaways
- A strong event is not just about numbers; it’s about impact, connection, and offering men a space to grow.
- Mixing fitness with conversation helped create a more rounded, memorable experience.
- The 30/30 format gave men room to talk honestly about faith, identity, and belonging.
- The day showed how different kinds of leadership and service can build trust across regions.
- Feedback from the pax will help shape future convergence planning.
Notable moments
- The team explaining how a new location was researched and tested
- The mobility session drawing attention from park users and passersby
- The breakfast and discussion segment becoming a meaningful close to the physical work
- Honest reflections on how F3 creates a safe, respectful space for men to speak openly
Timestamps
0:00 — Opened with convergence setup
0:20 — Recording structure and intro plan
0:51 — Quick rundown of questions and episode direction
3:51 — Episode intro and name-o-rama
5:26 — Guest introductions and current roles
7:04 — How they were appointed to organize UK Convergence
12:03 — Planning begins; Milton Keynes and Willen Lake chosen
15:24 — Beatdown format, Parkrun, and mobility session
19:19 — Breakfast setup and the 30/30 discussion approach
28:36 — Discussion topic: the “third F” and faith
37:51 — Reflection on after-action review and next steps
41:38 — Park permission / warden discussion
43:48 — Parkrun success and visibility for F3
47:10 — Did the event achieve its objectives?
50:11 — Reflections on attendance, connection, and meeting new pax
57:33 — Promotion ideas and wider F3 exposure
58:39 — Thanks to Qs and the organizing team
63:57 — Ideas for future convergence formats and locations
67:41 — Welcome homes and new AO: The Kiln
70:42 — Personnel changes: S&S Nant'an
74:30 — Possible regional splitting and future growth
76:16 — Future planting plans and F3 Benidorm jokes
80:12 — Closing remarks and outro

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June 30, 2026 Hunt For Wellness Podcast #184: Preparedness and Pushing Limits
BONES and Forge discuss the importance of preparedness and why pushing limits are important to keep accelerating.

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June 25, 2026In Cadence S01E24 - Haybale (F3 UK West Yorkshire)
In Cadence Podcast Episode 24 - Meet Hay Bale: Farming, Fitness & Fellowship
Join us for an engaging dive into the life of Hay Bale, farmer and fitness enthusiast. We explore his journey from traditional farming, navigating weather challenges, to his love for intense workouts, and explore how community and fellowship grow through shared challenges and events.
Main Insights & Highlights
Hay Bale’s background in farming, managing a mixed farm with beef cattle, crops, and land of around 1200 acres.

The impact of weather extremes on farming life, from scorching 30°C days to cold June weather.

Experience with shared farming and how his work involves managing livestock and crop production, including wheat, barley, and oilseed rape.

Passion for fitness challenges such as Hyrox, backyard ultras, and mile-miles with various tough workouts like back-to-back Tabatas.

Creative ways to incorporate fitness into community events, including tire slams, sandbag carries, and step drills in scenic locations like Roundhay Park.

The importance of fellowship, especially for farmers and those in isolated environments, emphasizing ongoing support through F3.

Upcoming community events including CSAUPs (comprehensive sporting and physical challenges) like Kings of the North and regional convergence events.

The camaraderie of exchanging ideas on nutrition, food preferences, and humorous anecdotes about food and drink habits during sessions.

The value of diversity in fitness, from traditional running to strength workouts and unique challenges like '496' run or 'best chips' debates.
(00:00) - Opening chaos and introduction to the episode with a humorous tone
(02:49) - Introduction of Hay Bale and his background, managing a farm in the UK
(04:02) - Discussions about farm life challenges, weather effects, and livestock management
(08:15) - Culinary preferences: favorite foods, pizza toppings, and snack debates
(13:04) - Cultural sports and childhood favorites like wrestling legends
(15:12) - Intensity of workouts: burpees versus sit-ups, tire slams, and bear crawls
(18:12) - Music versus silence during workouts, focusing on perceived effort and encouragement
(19:24) - Giving up sugar or caffeine, and holiday training habits
(21:50) - Big fitness challenges: Hyrox, backyard ultras, and marathon versus Hyrox competitions
(26:35) - Farming stories: cow management, farm acreage, and livestock care
(31:09) - Farming vs. weather: dealing with extremes and animal welfare
(36:14) - Farm equipment preferences and crop types, including barley and oilseed rape
(40:22) - The reality of farming life: isolation, working hours, and community support
(44:32) - Epic CSAUPs involving logs, rucksacks, and team endurance efforts
(55:50) - Upcoming community events and expanding F3 in the UK
(65:06) - Fitness challenges like 'the hardest mile' and Iron Pax sessions
(70:30) - Fantasy celebrity workouts and humorous banter around stereotypes
(79:37) - Favorite potato dishes and chocolate bars, light-hearted food talk
(83:12) - Role of nutrition, accountability groups, and the balance of diet and exercise
(85:22) - Imaginary superpowers: flying preferred, geeky interests, and Google Maps fascination
(86:48) - Final questions: community growth, future plans, and encouragements
(97:20) - Closing remarks, community appreciation, and invite to upcoming events
"Weather’s extremes are the biggest challenge in farming, from 30 degrees to cold June days."
"Fitness is about community—whether wrestling legends or tire slams, we all need support."

"Support for farmers is crucial; their work keeps society running amid the isolation."

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June 25, 2026 Ep 65 | False Humility Is Pride's Masquerade And It's Killing Your Leadership | The Whetstone
📌 THE MISSION
Most men think leadership means having the best answers in the room. So when a guy in Omaha led a Free to Lead discussion and walked away frustrated because he "didn't get to talk," he thought he'd failed. He hadn't. He'd done exactly what the best Q does — and didn't know it.
The deepest trap in group leadership isn't dominance. It's the assumption that your job is to deliver truth rather than create the conditions where other men discover it. Dark Helmet confesses that years of self-deprecating "humility" weren't actually humility at all — they were pride in disguise. Dredd demonstrates the whole philosophy live, guiding his co-hosts to name "Pogo 40" themselves before he ever defines it. The episode closes where every great discussion should: not with information, but with commitment.
✅ HIGHLIGHTS
✅ Why the Q who talks least often leads best
✅ Teaching vs. facilitation — the precise distinction that changes how you lead
✅ Dredd's live Pogo 40 exercise — Socratic method demonstrated, not just explained
✅ Why false humility is pride's masquerade — and how self-deprecation can be domination in disguise
✅ The right definition of humility: the correct view of your importance in relation to God and other men
✅ How to handle the dominator, the silent man, and the guy who takes it off the rails
💥 POWER QUOTES
"The win isn't I made my point — it's that the men found the point together."
"Facilitating is creating the opportunity for someone to teach themselves."
"My ultimate purpose is always to get closer to a discovery of Truth. Capital T."
"False humility is pride's masquerade."
"How do you lead without dominating? You remember at all times that what you're doing is a gift from God for the service of others."
⏱️ CHAPTERS
00:00 Sponsor & Opening
02:12 What Does It Mean to Lead a Discussion?
03:46 Ask Questions. Get Out of the Way.
06:23 A Man Without Purpose Defaults to Broadcast
11:14 The Leader's Win Is Collective Discovery
13:10 The Art of the Follow-Up Question
16:29 Teaching vs. Facilitating — The Malfunction Drill
20:42 The Precise Definition: Teacher vs. Facilitator
25:09 When Should the Q Make His Point?
27:16 The Live Pogo 40 Exercise
32:05 The Dopamine Connection
35:49 The Point Is Made — After Discovery, Not Before
39:13 The Art of the Awkward Pause
40:42 Silence Is a Teacher
42:42 Barn Full of Zebras
46:29 Defining Humility Correctly
46:58 False Humility Is Pride's Masquerade
49:00 How Do You Lead Without Dominating?
50:19 Dark Helmet's Confession
52:37 Managing the Room — Three Archetypes
55:41 The Silent Man
59:09 Landing the Plane — End With Commitment
📚 MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE
Free to Lead (F3 Nation)
QSource (F3 Nation)
Pogo 40 — defined live on mic
Barn Full of Zebras — named and defined on mic
🔗 Connect with The Whetstone
F3 Nation: https://f3nation.com
Twitter/X: @dreddcnc | @Darkhelmetf3 | @F3ThePlague
#TheWhetstone #F3Nation #Leadership #FreeToLead #Facilitation #Humility #SocraticMethod #GroupLeadership #QSource #MensLeadership #Podcast #LeadershipDevelopment #ChristianLeadership #F3Podcast

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June 23, 2026 Hunt For Wellness Podcast #183: Travel Strategy for your Queen
BONES and Forge discuss strategies they use for their Queen when they travel.

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June 22, 2026 Ep 219 HIM Gilmore - You Will Be Found
In this episode, Jim Thompson, aka Gilmore, shares his inspiring journey of losing over 100 pounds, joining F3, and transforming his life through dedication and community support. We discuss the importance of preparation, leadership, and the power of accountability in health and fitness. In this episode, Jim Gilmore shares his inspiring journey of health transformation, the power of fellowship in F3, and his vision for a men’s outreach project to combat loneliness and mental health issues among men.

More info: tyingittogether.com
Contact: [email protected]

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June 18, 2026 Ep 64 | Ferrari Brains & Not Men’s Wearhouse: Why F3 Is a Bespoke Tailor of Men | The Whetstone
📌 THE MISSION (SUMMARY)
In Episode 64, Dredd, Dark Helmet, and The Plague take aim at a trap that catches the most gifted men in the room: mistaking raw capability for discipline.
Dark Helmet arrives with a confession underneath the banter, twenty-five years married, spent apart again on the anniversary, and a week where the only thing that got him out of bed for a brutal Saturday workout was the fact that he'd already hit the HC button the day before. If a workout commitment carries that kind of weight, what does that say about the commitment he made at the altar?
What follows is a raw, real-time build of the "Ferrari brain" framework: men with massive creative and intellectual horsepower who get outpaced by less talented men simply because those men follow through. Using Elon Musk as the test case, Dredd maps a three-axis model — genius, guardrails, and adaptation — and Dark Helmet names the third axis on the spot: the zebra jockey axis.
But the episode doesn't stop at personal discipline. Dredd defends F3's deliberately simple mission formula against the instinct to remake it into a corporate brand, and the three men work out the line between a bully and a leader: not the hard truth itself, but the intent behind it. Correction has to be tailored to the man in front of you — which is why F3 isn't Men's Wearhouse. It's a bespoke tailor.
✅ HIGHLIGHTS
✅ The Ferrari Brain framework — why raw genius without guardrails loses to disciplined follow-through
✅ Elon Musk as the test case: genius, guardrails, and the "zebra jockey axis" of adaptation
✅ The Marriage HC: why the boat is burnt once you've committed
✅ Preparedness without perfection — what frees a man to actually learn from failure
✅ Why F3 is a bespoke tailor of men, not a one-size-fits-all "Men's Wearhouse"
✅ The real difference between a bully and a leader: intent, not intensity
💥 Power Quotes
"I don't think you should view your ADD as a bug. I think you should view it as a feature."
"You are a guy who does not see a job description as a job restriction."
"The zebra jockey axis... he is the king of adaptation."
"I hit HC on my marriage twenty-five years ago... the boat is burnt and there is no turning back."
"We're not the men's warehouse of organizations — we are a bespoke tailor of men."
"Shame is the palpable distance between what you know you should do and what you're not doing."
"Part of leadership is disrupting a man at a pace that he can tolerate."
⏱️ CHAPTERS
00:00 — Cold Open: Mudgear Socks & 64 Episodes of Banter
01:00 — Operation Empty House: 25 Years Apart
02:50 — The Ferrari Brain Diagnosed
05:25 — "Job Description Is Not a Job Restriction"
07:10 — Elon Musk: The Ultimate Ferrari Brain
10:24 — Three Axes of Discipline & The Zebra Jockey Axis
18:00 — Bones, Backdraft, and a Broken HC
19:44 — The Marriage HC: Why the Boat Is Burnt
22:16 — Preparedness Without Perfection
24:26 — F3 Isn't Men's Wearhouse, It's Its Own Thing
27:56 — Mission Formula vs. Corporate Drift
32:54 — Accelerate 2.0 and the Real Meaning of Vision
41:42 — Bucketheads, Stud Muffins, and the Shame Talk
49:28 — Disrupting at a Pace He Can Tolerate
53:59 — Goo Nation, Sad Clowns, and Closing
📚 Mentioned in this Episode:
SpaceX IPO & Tesla — Elon Musk's adaptation as the episode's case study
The struggle to electrify America — Edison/Westinghouse/Nikola Tesla history referenced by Dredd
Thomas Sowell — Twitter quote on heeding advice you'll need by 50
F3 Accelerate 2.0 — LDP team's six-week leadership program (Niner)
QSource — referenced generally for the definition of vision; no specific chapter cited on mic this episode
🔗 Connect with The Whetstone:
F3 Nation: https://f3nation.com
Twitter/X: @dreddcnc | @Darkhelmetf3 | @F3ThePlague
#TheWhetstone #F3Nation #Leadership #MensLeadership #FerrariBrain #ShieldLock #Accountability #BespokeTailor #Marriage #Candor #TheConcentrica #MasculineLeadership #HIMLiving #FaithAndLeadership #Mentorship

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