What if the storm you’re facing is actually God’s mercy? In this episode of Unleashed, I share the story of a tornado that passed near our home and took down a massive tree in our yard—one I’d been meaning to deal with for years. That tree became a picture of something deeper. Because sometimes the things that fall in our lives… needed to.

I also open up about a personal storm that nearly wrecked me years ago. Shame. Consequences. A spiritual reset I didn’t ask for—but now thank God for.

If you've ever felt like your world was collapsing, maybe it wasn't punishment. Maybe it was a holy reset. Maybe it was the beginning of something better.

🎧 Listen to When God Sends a Holy Tornado—because the tree might be falling, but so is the lie that you’re alone.

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UNLEASHED Episode #90 – Learning to Fly Again

In this heartfelt episode of Unleashed, Brent shares a raw and honest look at what happens when we spend our lives trapped in the exhausting cycle of performance—trying to earn love, outrun shame, and hide our brokenness. He opens up about a recent moment when he realized he’d lost sight of his "why," and how living to meet expectations had left him empty, anxious, and disconnected from the freedom Christ offers. Through personal stories of fear, failure, and hiding—including the early days of his relationship with his wife, Stacy—Brent paints a picture of how the relentless need to prove ourselves—not only to others, to ourselves, but even to God—slowly drains the life out of us, leaving us exhausted, insecure, and disconnected from the freedom we were created to live in. But there’s hope. When we finally let go of the pressure to measure up and step into the grace of God, something incredible happens: our broken wings begin to heal, and we learn to fly again.If you're tired of carrying the weight of shame, fear, and performance, this episode will remind you that freedom isn't something you earn—it’s already yours in Christ.

In a world where political debates sound more like cage matches than conversations, many have traded compassion for control and relationships for the rush of being “right.” In this episode of UNLEASHED: Sacrificing Relationships on the Altar of Politics, we unpack how anger, shouting, and social media battles are tearing families, friendships, and communities apart.

When did disagreement become a license to demean? Why are we shouting over each other instead of listening? The Bible calls us to a different way — one rooted in humility, wisdom, and love.

Tension in a conversation isn’t the problem — it can actually be healthy. But only if we learn how to communicate with curiosity instead of contempt. Everyone’s story matters. Everyone’s experiences shape how and why they see the world the way they do.

We’ll explore how social media has become the UFC of political fighting, how it's destroying relationships, We'll discuss why better listening could change everything and how to do that in a politically charged environment. We can reclaim meaningful dialogue without sacrificing the people who matter most.

Too many men let their past define them—whether it’s childhood wounds, failures, or shame. In this episode, I share my own journey—from being bullied as a kid to facing failures as an adult—and how those experiences now drive me to help men reengage instead of running away. Just like Simba in The Lion King, we can get lost in lies and forget who we truly are. But here’s the truth—Simba was the child of a king, and so are we. It’s time to stop believing the enemy’s lies and step into the identity God has given you. 💪🦁

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"In episode #87 of UNLEASHED, Brent takes you deep into the wilds, where coming face to face with hungry bears in some of the most unforgiving and treacherous places becomes a test of courage, wisdom, and survival. But just like in the dead of the wilderness, where one wrong move could mean life or death, life itself is full of moments when fear creeps in, and the difference between success and failure often comes down to who is walking beside you. Whether tracking a predator in the dark or facing the challenges of everyday life, you need a brother at your side—because no man was meant to walk alone."

In episode #86 of UNLEASHED, Brent dives deep into the power of discovering and embracing your ‘why’—the driving force that fuels your passion and propels you forward. When you align your purpose with your why, it ignites an unstoppable energy that gets you out of bed every morning and keeps you pushing through even the toughest storms.

In episode #85 of UNLEASHED, Brent takes us on a journey from the Antarctic, to the cold waters of Alaska, then back to the homefront where we unpack what it looks like when we align our purpose, passions, and principles.

In episode #84 of Unleashed, Brent, and world renowned artist, author, and illustrator, David Michael Slonim, discuss how he went from having an internship with Jim Henson, creator of The Muppet Show, to becoming an award-winning children's author and illustrator recognized by The New York Times, The Wall Street Journal, Kirkus, and Publishers Weekly.

Discover how God directed David's career path from the Rhode Island School of Design, to the corn fields of rural Indiana. It was there that David would learn to trust his Heavenly Father to develop and launch his talent and gifts to reach bookshelves and galleries all around the world. It's not just learning to grow where you're planted, but to thrive where you're planted.

In episode #83 of UNLEASHED, Brent has a conversation with his friend, Chris, about how a man can feel like a dirtbag for having sexual thoughts and needs. How do women view the needs of a man in marriage? What does the Bible say?

In episode #82 of UNLEASHED, Brent shares his experience traveling into the frozen mouth of an ice cave, and how wanting to touch the face of a massive glacier almost cost his friend his life. Brent also processes how to defeat the enemy when he tries to give us temporary brain freeze and tempts us to go places in our mind that can take us under.