The GLUE-OOM

🔥 Summary

What does it take to lead with courage, humility, and brotherhood? In this episode of The Glue-OOM, we sit down with Killians—nicknamed for his Irish roots—to unpack how F3 shaped him into a leader at home, at work, and in the community.

From launching The Ruckus to leaning into faith after loss, Killians’ story reminds us that leadership isn’t about perfection—it’s about showing up, locking shields, and leading with grit (and a bit of Irish charm).

✅ Highlights

✅ How Irish identity and humor shaped Killians’ leadership style

✅ Why The Ruckus became a model for servant leadership in F3

✅ Lessons in humility, vulnerability, and brotherhood

✅ Faith and leadership: rediscovering belief after hardship

✅ Perfectionism, failure, and the leader’s path forward

✅ Leadership insights that apply to family, work, and Shieldlocks

✅ Rapid-fire Q&A: toughest workouts, best COTs, and leadership mentors

🎧 Sound Bites

• “Leadership is being willing to go first—even if you don’t feel ready.”
• “The Ruckus taught me leadership isn’t solo—it’s shared.”
• “Faith carried me through loss—and back into leading my family.”
• “Brotherhood is the backbone of leadership. No man leads alone.”
• “Maybe it’s the Irish in me, but I believe laughter and grit belong in leadership.”

⏱️ Timestamps

00:00 – Introduction & Irish nickname story

05:00 – Brotherhood, sports, and early leadership lessons

12:00 – Rucking as an on-ramp to leadership

20:00 – Shieldlocks, fellowship, and servant leadership

23:30 – Loss, faith, and rediscovering purpose

28:00 – Perfectionism, failure, and growth as a leader

36:00 – The Irish edge: humor, grit, and community

47:00 – Launching The Ruckus and passing the flag

56:00 – Rapid Fire: toughest workouts, best COTs, leadership influences

1:00:00 – Final reflections on leadership and legacy

🎙️ Episode Summary

What do antlers, handcuffs, and Colorado mountains have in common? They all shape the origin story of Backcountry. In this raw and reflective conversation, we trace his path from almost being named “Boat Cuffs” to becoming a quiet leader in F3 Omaha. With themes of fatherhood, injury, hunting, and healing, this is a story for any man who's ever had to slow down and found strength in doing so.

✅ Highlights

✅ The infamous naming moment: Boat Cuffs vs. Backcountry

✅ A farmer’s son who ran for clarity, not competition

✅ How long runs turned into long conversations—and deep friendships

✅ The identity crisis that came with injury and recovery

✅ Fatherhood lessons passed down through hunting and hardship

✅ Why solitude isn't isolation when you're part of a brotherhood

💬 Sound Bites

“I wasn’t chasing horns. I was chasing peace.”

“They couldn’t cuff me, I had a cast.”

“Those runs weren’t just workouts. They were therapy sessions.”

“Injury didn’t break me, it redefined me.”

⏱️ Timestamps

00:00 – Welcome & First Workout Memories

04:00 – The Story Behind the Name "Backcountry"

06:00 – Hunting, Antlers & Solitude

10:00 – From Farm Life to Fitness Identity

15:00 – Pre-Run Brotherhood & Long Conversations

21:00 – The Injury That Stopped Everything

26:00 – Mental Health, Recovery & Losing the Routine

31:00 – Running with Bouncer & Building Deep Fellowship

38:00 – From High Mileage to Slow Healing

45:00 – Quiet Leadership: What He Learned When He Couldn’t Run

55:00 – Final Reflections on Legacy & Brotherhood

📺Summary

He almost got run over at his very first F3 workout. That moment gave him the name Speed Bump—but instead of slowing down, he accelerated into a journey of fitness, faith, fatherhood, and leadership.

Today, Speed Bump is not just showing up—he’s running the show. From losing 50 pounds and running half marathons, to launching Valley into one of the fastest-growing AOs in F3 Omaha, to learning how to lead at home and at work, his story is packed with lessons every man needs to hear.

This episode is about more than workouts. It’s about what happens when ordinary guys face life’s speed bumps—and use them to build momentum.

✅ Highlights:

• ✅ How Speed Bump got his name (and almost got run over)
• ✅ From 260 lbs to running 14 half marathons
• ✅ Why the smallest act of welcome can change a man’s life
• ✅ The mindset of never saying “no” to challenges
• ✅ How launching Valley made him a stronger leader
• ✅ The Diet Coke story: why little things matter in marriage
• ✅ Preparing to send his daughter to college with peace, not fear
• ✅ Carrying forward his father’s faith and legacy
• ✅ How F3 brotherhood transforms loneliness into strength

💬 Key Quotes:

“If every man had my first-week experience in F3, none of them would ever leave.”

“Khakis carried me back to the flag that first day — that welcome changed everything.”

“At some point, you realize… it’s not about the workout.”

“Every leader hits speed bumps. The key is turning them into momentum.”

⏱️ Timestamps:

0:00 – From almost run over to named Speed Bump

2:00 – First F3 workout at Oracle

6:00 – From 260 lbs to first pre-run

10:00 – Running half marathons & pushing limits

13:00 – The art of connecting with men everywhere he posts

14:30 – Losing 50 pounds and transforming his health

17:00 – Fitness, coupons, and why he never says no

19:00 – The mindset shift from participant to leader

23:00 – Launching Valley AO & stepping into Site Q leadership

25:00 – Brotherhood that heals loneliness

28:00 – Coffee, pre-runs, and how deep friendships form

29:30 – Family legacy: faith, brother, and raising daughters

33:00 – How F3 impacted his marriage and home life

34:00 – The Diet Coke story (and why small acts matter)

36:00 – Fatherhood lessons & preparing to send his daughter to college

40:00 – Practicing faith as a family & leading by example

45:00 – Vulnerability and the gift of male friendship

50:00 – How F3 leadership prepared him for work leadership

55:00 – Why brotherhood beats loneliness & despair

59:00 – Final reflections: gratitude, growth, and grace

SUMMARY

What do photography and leadership have in common? According to Tassels, everything. In this episode of the Glue-OOM Podcast, we sit down with a guy who’s usually behind the camera—capturing graduation day grins and caps in mid-air—but who’s also been quietly developing his own frame of leadership through F3 Omaha. Tassels opens up about starting his photography business from scratch, stepping up to lead in the gloom, and why a second invitation changed his life.

In this conversation you’ll hear about:

Launching a freelance business after the pandemic hit hard

The Boy Scout canoe trip that kicked off his F3 journey

What real leadership looks like before sunrise

How F3 provided brotherhood during his wife's cancer battle

Why showing up—even tired, even silent—can change lives

✅ Highlights:

📸 The story behind the name “Tassels”

🛶 Portaging gear = the wake-up call to get fit

💻 From remote work to real connection

🤝 Site‑Q, coffee convos, and the art of invitation

🧭 Leading with intention when life gets blurry

🗣️ Sound Bites:

“F3 gave me structure, but it also gave me perspective—like adjusting your focus.”

“Those guys were the first ones I told… when we got my wife’s cancer diagnosis.”

“Leadership isn’t loud. Sometimes it’s just showing up consistently.”

“Behind the camera, I see celebration. In the gloom, I see connection.”

⏱️ Timestamps:

00:00 – Welcome to The Nomad

01:19 – First Post, First Impressions

03:52 – How “Tassels” got his name

08:27 – Losing a job, finding purpose

12:44 – Starting a photo business from scratch

19:24 – Building consistency in F3

21:42 – Fellowship, coffee, and showing up

25:44 – Queen Service & wellness focus

34:55 – Sharing life’s hard stuff with the guys

57:11 – Leading with humility as Site‑Q

📹 Beyond the Hardwood: Larry Legend’s Leadership from Grief to Grit

What happens when you lose your brother… and then find 100 new ones?

In this powerful, full-length episode, we sit down with Larry Legend, a HIM of F3 Omaha who carries more than a nickname. Named after his brother’s basketball hero, his name now stands for grit, presence, and purpose.

Larry opens up about grief, growth, and how F3 became his turning point. From a random EH at Scooter’s Coffee to leading men in the gloom, this is a raw, reflective conversation about the kind of leadership that shows up quietly—and changes lives loudly.

🎙️ Whether you're grieving, growing, or leading—this one’s for you.

✅ Episode Highlights

✅ The meaning behind “Larry Legend” and how it honors his late brother 🕊️

✅ His first post, COT connection, and why he came back

✅ How vulnerability became his leadership superpower

✅ A Site Q story built on consistency, not charisma

✅ What he learned from spiritual pain and shieldlock conversations

✅ How legacy shaped his mindset as a father, friend, and follower

✅ Words to the man who's afraid to lead

🗣️ Sound Bites

“My brother loved Larry Bird. When he passed, I didn’t know who I was.”

“F3 wasn’t about burpees. It was about brotherhood.”

“If I show up, someone else will too. That’s leadership.”

“I carry his name, but I lead with my heart.”

“You don’t have to say a word—your presence is leadership.”

⏱️ Timestamps

00:00 – Welcome & coffee with The Nomad

01:45 – The story behind the nickname “Larry Legend”

04:45 – Losing his brother & navigating the grief

07:30 – Fun Dip’s invite at Scooter’s Coffee ☕

10:15 – Finding healing & connection through the gloom

14:30 – Becoming a Site Q & stepping into leadership

18:00 – Impact moments: “You’re the reason I keep showing up.”

22:00 – Fatherhood, faith & the F3 way forward

24:00 – How Larry handles hard seasons today

28:30 – Spiritual growth & vulnerability with his shieldlock

34:00 – The power of consistency & showing up in silence

38:15 – Reflections on serving others without needing recognition

42:45 – Legacy talk: How he hopes to be remembered

47:30 – Why he believes every man has a story worth hearing

52:00 – What he tells guys afraid to step into leadership

57:00 – Wrap up: “Lead with love. Live with purpose.”

Episode Summary

From bloody hands at his first workout to leading at The Berm, Schnitzel’s F3 Omaha journey is one of grit, fellowship, and faith. In this episode, he shares how Truly and Slapshot EH’d him into the gloom, the competitive drive that pulled him back week after week, and how F3 helped him show up better for his family. You’ll hear about his athletic background, his brother-in-law’s rare battle with pancreatic cancer, and how that moment ignited a deeper commitment to faith and relationships. This is a story about getting out of your comfort zone, building real connections, and finding purpose in the early morning hours.

✅ Highlights

• 💪 First workout with Mufasa: 50 burpees, bloody hands, and a sausage-factory nickname
• ⏰ Breaking the comfort zone of the warm bed & building consistency
• 🏈 From college linebacker to finding a new competitive outlet
• 🤝 Brotherhood in tough times — how F3 rallied around his family during cancer battles
• 🙏 Faith rekindled through fellowship & accountability
• 👨‍👩‍👧 Learning to be present for his wife & daughters

💬 Sound Bites

“At first, you go for the workout. Then you go for the fellowship. And eventually, you realize you can’t imagine life without it.” “

It’s not surface level with these guys — they truly care.” “

Life’s short. Stop hitting the delay button and get involved.”

⏱ Timestamps

00:00 – The Plague introduces Schnitzel

00:45 – EH story: Truly & Slapshot’s driveway pickup

02:30 – First beatdown with Mufasa & the nickname moment

06:10 – Building consistency & overcoming the comfort zone

10:45 – College football days & athletic background

13:20 – How F3 filled the “team” gap after sports

19:00 – Coupons, variety, and keeping fitness fresh

21:00 – Balancing fitness & family responsibilities

25:40 – Brotherhood in the hard seasons: cancer in the family

33:30 – How faith deepened through trials

36:40 – F3’s impact on fatherhood & presence at home

44:50 – Final reflections on purpose, faith, and brotherhood

📖 Summary:

Meet Barbwire, a High-Impact Man whose F3 Omaha journey took him from army barracks to early-morning workouts in the gloom. He shares how quitting smoking, reclaiming his health, and finding authentic brotherhood transformed his life. This episode blends humor, grit, and leadership lessons for men seeking purpose, growth, and real connections.

✅ Highlights:

✅ From “lazy bum” to one of F3 Omaha’s fittest HIMs

✅ Quit smoking after 25 years and rebuilt his health

✅ Brotherhood, coffee, and the power of accountability

✅ Leadership lessons from the military and Site Q life

✅ Fatherhood, faith, and leading with patience & love

🎤 Sound Bites:

🎤 “This was more than just a bunch of guys working out—it was real.”

🎤 “Anytime you do something that makes you better, it makes you feel good.”

🎤 “Lead with love, not yelling—and always show patience.”

⏱️ Timestamps:

0:00 – First F3 workout & naming story

6:45 – Military service & life lessons

9:00 – The wake-up call: health & quitting smoking

16:20 – Learning to slow down & listen to your body

23:40 – Fellowship, Shield Lock, and accountability

33:00 – Faith, family, and fatherhood reflections

42:00 – Site Q leadership & encouraging new runners

56:30 – Wisdom for men looking to grow

🎙️ Episode Summary What happens when you go from “I can’t get up that early” to leading a site, building deep friendships, and learning to show up for your family and yourself? In this episode, Rayban shares his F3 journey—from hesitant runner to community leader. He opens up about faith, fatherhood, mental health, and the power of just showing up (even when you don’t have it all figured out). This is a story about connection, vulnerability, and the little things that make a big difference.

✨ Highlights

• How a nudge from friends (and a Jays game) got Rayban to F3
• The “just show up” mindset that changed everything
• Building real friendships and support systems
• The impact of faith and community on personal growth
• Lessons from leadership (and why asking for help matters)
• The importance of being emotionally available—especially after loss
• How F3 helps men talk about what really matters

🔊 Sound Bites

• “Just showing up was kind of fun.”
• “I wish I could go back and change how I acted.”
• “If you’re not uncomfortable, you’re not growing.”
• “Sometimes the COTs write themselves when you’re going through something real.”

⏰ Timestamps

00:00 – Introduction and Setting the Stage

01:29 – Journey to F3: The Beginning

05:32 – First Impressions and Experiences in F3

09:07 – Building Relationships and Community

17:04 – Personal Growth and Reflection

22:25 – Impact on Family and Relationships

28:26 – Balancing Family and Fitness

30:08 – The Importance of Community Support

32:52 – Faith and Personal Growth

37:41 – Raising Kids in Faith

40:44 – Community Service and Giving Back

43:55 – Leadership Development in F3

49:51 – Lessons Learned and Personal Reflections

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🎙️ Episode Summary

What happens when a March Madness mixer leads to a 4:05 AM alarm clock, a beatdown in the gloom, and a community that pulls you out of “sick and tired”? In this inspiring episode, Crowdsource shares how he went from rock bottom to running half marathons, rediscovering faith, and forming deep brotherhood through F3 Omaha. This one’s for every man balancing career, fatherhood, and faith—and trying to figure out what really matters.

✨ Highlights

✅ How a casual conversation at a bar led to transformation

✅ The moment he hit “rock bottom” and changed his life

✅ Why F3’s early mornings worked better than solo workouts

✅ What it means to be truly known in a shield lock

✅ How F3 has impacted his family, faith, and confidence

✅ Leadership lessons from Fancy Feast and beyond

✅ “Don’t be Mr. Exercise King—just be real and show up”

🔊 Sound Bites

💬 “I was sick and tired of being sick and tired.”

💬 “I just needed something—anything—to chase.”

💬 “You realize what our pace was? That’s what brotherhood does.”

💬 “Every beatdown is better when they’re there.”

💬 “I want to be a 10 as a dad, a husband, at work... but something always drops.”

💬 “The best things happen organically.”

💬 “Faith isn’t about staying in a box—it’s about being willing to explore.”

⏰ Timestamps

00:00 – Welcome & Mountain Dew banter

02:00 – The bar conversation that changed everything

06:00 – First post: the pre-run, the name, the pain

10:00 – Hitting rock bottom & signing up for the Lincoln Half

16:00 – Training, group runs, and rediscovering purpose

24:00 – Building brotherhood: the origin of the “City Rats”

30:00 – From curiosity to connection: asking better questions

36:00 – F3’s unexpected impact on family life

43:00 – Exploring faith beyond tradition

52:00 – Leadership & legacy at Fancy Feast

60:00 – The battle for balance & final reflections

🎙️ Episode Summary What happens when a recovering alcoholic, a reluctant athlete, and a guy born on May 6th all walk into the gloom on Kentucky Derby Day? You get Julep—an F3 man on a mission. In this raw and redemptive episode, Julep shares how AA and F3 helped him rise above shame, build real friendships, and become a better father, husband, and leader. From launching a high-altitude AO in Colorado to embracing vulnerability as strength, Julep shows that the secret to transformation isn’t perfection—it’s presence.

✨ Episode Highlights

✅ First F3 beatdown = a Kentucky Derby-themed sufferfest

✅ Why AA saved his life—and why F3 gave it meaning

✅ How “the healthiest cult I could find” changed his morning routine

✅ Lessons from shield locks, electric bikes, and pre-dawn rucks

✅ Why vulnerability is strength, not weakness

✅ Raising boys, launching AOs, and building a better life through service

✅ Gratitude as a weapon against anger, anxiety, and self-pity

🔊 Sound Bites

💬 “AA got me sober. F3 made me a better man.”

💬 “Gratitude and anger can’t exist in the same space.”

💬 “Being a man isn’t about chopping wood. It’s about showing up when it matters.”

💬 “F3 is the healthiest cult I could find—and I’m fine with that.”

💬 “Start your day with gratitude. End your day with gratitude.”

⏰ Timestamps

00:00 – Welcome to Julep: Derby Day Nickname

03:25 – How He Got Named (Hint: Think Derby Day)

05:17 – Filling the Void: Sobriety, AA, and Finding F3

08:42 – From “Not a Runner” to Endurance Athlete

13:41 – Adventure Racing and Getting Lost (Literally)

16:07 – Fellowship, Shield Locks, and Brotherhood

22:08 – Redefining Masculinity: The Power of Vulnerability

26:12 – Fatherhood, 2.0s, and Life at Altitude

30:31 – Merging F3 and AA: Two Fellowships, One Mission

34:50 – “The Promises Are Real”: Faith and Surrender

41:47 – The Power of Gratitude (and Electric Bikes)

47:55 – Leadership and Launching “Above the Clouds”

54:35 – Final Wisdom: Love Loud, Live Sober, Lead Strong

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