The Anthem of the Adventurer

S4:E8 Where are you putting your focus? With Stephen ScogginsAbout StephenStephen Scoggins is an award-winning, successful entrepreneur, however, it wasn't always that way. Growing up, life was really difficult for Stephen. When he was just 22, he found himself homeless and on the verge of suicide. He was angry, stuck and completely empty inside.During that season, a mentor gave Stephen a second chance opportunity he didn't deserve. From there Stephen launched a multi-million dollar construction company and has gone on to launch 5 other successful businesses ranging from real estate to thought leadership with top line revenue over $100 million.He uses the pain of his past and the lessons he's learned along the way to help people discover who they are, why they are here and what to do about it. Stephen is dedicated to the relentless pursuit of giving others the same gift of freedom he received by offering a practical and empowering education to those looking for a second chance to level up, catapult forward and make their dreams a reality. Stephen's challengeStep one, wake up early. Step two, work out, do something to work out mind body, spirit. Step three, carve out a specific time of day where you get rid of the digital stuff and actually connect with the people you love most. Topics discussed:Focus creates momentum, which brings advancementBetween distraction and focus, is intentionality. Be intentional with the environment you're in!Focus on building the root of the person to produce good fruit.Connect with StephenInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/stephen_scogginsFacebook:https://www.facebook.com/stephenscogginsYouTube:https://www.youtube.com/c/StephenScogginsLinkedIn:https://stephenscoggins.com/about-stephen/#Website:https://stephenscoggins.com/

S4E7: Healing trauma through natural connection with Amos Rodriguez BIOHiking and hunting the hills and volcanoes of Central America in the 80's and 90's gave Amós Rodriguez a foundation for his primitive skills life's practice. Growing up in the context of the U.S. financed civil war in El Salvador increased his urban and wilderness survival and awareness skills; both of which are essential for striving in our modern society. During the post-war period, Amós assisted rural communities devastated by the violence. This experiences increased his humanism, his self identification as a native of Central America and highlighted the need to be an advocate for strong sustainable communities.  In the fall of 2000, he received a scholarship to finish his higher education in the United States. This education as well as travel experiences in the American continent allowed him to move deeper into his connection to place, ancestry, and self. Spiritual journeys, such as the Sundance Ceremony of the Oglala Lakota Sioux, have reinforced the pillars in which his Spiritual life and practice are based. “In 2006 I attended a ceremony in South Dakota called the Sun Dance at the wild horse sanctuary in The Sacred Paha Sapa Mountains. This experience changed my life. I continued attending the ceremony run by the Afraid of Bear and American Horse tiospayes as a supporter, and I have danced the Sundance from 2011-2018. This spiritual practice is a very important but humble prayer and is one of many important native rituals, some of which are similar to the prayers that the Maya / lenca / pipil communities practiced in Mesoamerica during pre-Columbian times. One of such ceremonies is the Inipi / Temazcal or purification ceremony, which takes place on a covered dome and is heated by pouring water on hot stones. These rituals are part of my spiritual life and practice, which is also accompanied by the continuous learning of primitive skills.” Topics discussed:Overcoming trauma with natural connectionPrimitive skillsBuilding empathy and compassion for othersBuilding community and strong relationships Resources mentioned:Alone (Season 7)White Pine Wilderness AcademyConnect with Amos:Website:White Pine Wilderness AcademyInstagram: Amos Rodriguez

About Jonathan:Born in Dallas, TX in 1980, Jonathan's first artistic endeavor began at the University of Pennsylvania where he started basic drawing and figure drawing courses.On September of 2002, Jon embarked on his journey to pursue a career in art. Having no prior experience making art, he set off towards his goal of becoming a professional artist. Jon's journey was unique in that he began logging every step of his process, much of it you can see on this video. On an art blog website he posted every single drawing or painting he created without fail. Nine years later, individuals logging on to his thread could see all the struggle, frustration, and success that came with along the journey.His drive for more rigorous and traditional training led him to apply to the classical realist atelier, Pantura Studios, to study under masters Hans-Peter Szameit and Sanna Tomac. After studying for nearly three years, Jonathan and his wife moved to Dallas, Texas where he began building his body of work and honing his skill set. In addition, for nearly ten years, he has been teaching traditional atelier methods to a small group of committed and talented students. Jonathan has sold many paintings and his work is included in various collections throughout the United States. Jonathan has also been exhibited in invitational shows both nationally and in the Dallas/Ft. Worth area.Jonathan's challenge:My son and I have been talking about doing an adventure like a road trip, kicking around the idea and I thought it'd be really awesome to force myself to do it to to say I've got to do this. To take him out of state has to be somewhere out of state. It's definitely achievable! Resources mentioned:Jonathan's journey - https://vimeo.com/29510470?embedded=true&source=video_title&owner=8638991 Website: https://www.jonathanhardesty.com/pages/journey-of-an-absolute-rookieInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/jonhardesty/

Topics discussed:Growing up in rural MichiganMarine Corps servicePeace Corps in GambiaIndiana Jones inspiring archeology... and how real archeology is nothing like thatAmerican Veterans Archeological Recovery (AVAR)Living a bigger storyWolverine Walk Connect with Josh:InstagramGoFundMe

In 2012, Ben completed an Ironman Triathlon in Lake Placid, NY. When he crossed the finish line, he felt on top of the world. But the celebrations ended, and life grew quiet fast. It was in this quiet that Ben noticed something about his life: He was lonely. The next year, Ben spent his 30th birthday sitting on his couch alone. He realized his tunnel vision for goals and achievements had created a life of isolation. For thirty years, he had given people the stiff arm to his heart -- and he was painfully aware. After taking an in-depth inventory of his life, his priorities began to change. This new perspective involved people instead of performance. Relationships with others and with God became his central focus. Following this shift, healthy and authentic relationships began to form in his life. It was through this process that Ben learned a powerful truth he now lives by: Relationships aren't just something. Relationships are everything. Today, Ben's life looks different. His new approach has enabled him to regain his confidence while combatting insecurity and fear. Through vulnerable and authentic relationships, Ben has re-discovered his talents, passions, and calling. With relationships at the center, he is no longer running the race of life in isolation. Ben believes the world deserves a better generation of men, and he wants to help give it to them. His mission is simple -- to help guys reclaim the confidence they need to build strong relationships and make their dent in this world. Ben earned his master's degree in Christian Education/Theology from Dallas Theological Seminary. He is a native of St. Louis, where he has served as a Youth Pastor since 2011 and currently lives with his wife and daughter. He loves adventure, good music, long bike rides, snowboarding trips with the guys, tacos with his incredible family, and donuts. Challenge:Find a few friends to do a day hike or an overnight and get it on the calendar. What we talked about:Growing up in the MidwestMinistry pathBusiness as sanctificationFollowing God in the marketplaceBeing vs becomingRelying on God in business and relationshipsStorybrand process Resources:Ben's book, Relationships are Everything Connect with Ben:WebsiteInstagram Thanks for tuning in!Thanks for joining us on today's episode of the Anthem of the Adventurer podcast! If you enjoyed today's episode, please head over to iTunes and leave us a rate and review to help us reach even more adventurous souls. Don't forget to check out our website, visit us on Facebook, or hang out with us on Instagram to stay up-to-date on the adventures we're having! Make sure to subscribe to our email list, so you can follow along with Anthem of the Adventurer as we transition into the adventure of writing a book!

Joe Bailey is a passionate engineer, musician, husband, and father. Most importantly, he would say, is his mission to guide men into a relationship with God.Joe's Challenge:Take time each morning to contemplate the simplicity of the Gospel. The simplicity of the Good News of Jesus. We talk about:The simplicity of the GospelWisdomBe salt and light wherever you goAim for the heartConnect with Joe:InstagramThanks for tuning in!Thanks for joining us on today's episode of the Anthem of the Adventurer podcast! If you enjoyed today's episode, please head over to iTunes and leave us a rate and review to help us reach even more adventurous souls. Don't forget to check out our website, visit us on Facebook, or hang out with us on Instagram to stay up-to-date on the adventures we're having! Make sure to subscribe to our email list, so you can follow along with Anthem of the Adventurer as we transition into the adventure of writing a book!

S4E2: Fatherhood Faceplants with Troy MangumTroy Mangum is an author (Fatherhood Faceplants), speaker, podcaster (The Kindling Fire) and men's advocate. Creator of Hocoka Men,- (an initiation experience for young men). He is also a Lumbee Indian tribal member. Troy lives in Raleigh, North Carolina with wife Kathy. He has two sons, two daughters and one son-in-law.A former YWAM missionary, hardcore punk singer, substance abuse counselor, busker, long boarder, exotic fruit farmer, vert skater, singer-songwriter, software engineering manager, traveling hitchhiker and seminary dropout. Troys's challenge:Go to your kids and say, "hey, as your dad, is there anything that I need to make right with you? Something that I've done that I just am not aware of. Maybe something I said, the way that I looked, or anything at all, because I want to make sure I can make it right." And just go on that adventure with your kids. “The Lord helped me understand that the path for me was learning how to be a family man, how to be adad, and how to be a good husband. Had God said yes to me in years prior... my marriage would have blown up, and I would have blown up." - Troy MangumToday on the show:FatherhoodListening to God's invitation into adventureGo slow and steady so your kids have a place to come home toGod provides increase without regret. He grows us in trainingDon't get so impressed with yourself Mentioned resources:Fatherhood Faceplants bookHocoka Men Connect with Troy:WebsiteInstagram Thanks for tuning in!Thanks for joining us on today's episode of the Anthem of the Adventurer podcast! If you enjoyed today's episode, please head over to iTunes and leave us a rate and review to help us reach even more adventurous souls. Don't forget to check out our website, visit us on Facebook, or hang out with us on Instagram to stay up-to-date on the adventures we're having! To incorporate some more adventure into your life, check out The Adventure Challenge and use the promo code DAN10 to get 10% off your first order!

S4E1 Challenge is What Men Need with Robert OwensRobert Hamilton Owens is a man of many hats. He's been and done a lot – mountain climbing, radio and TV personality, keynote speaker, minister, Ironman, philanthropist, triathlete, Special Ops Pararescueman, and father of five – to name a few. But of all the pursuits he's undertaken, there's one title that best describes this literal force of nature: Robert is The Fittest and Mentally Toughest 66-Year-Old in the World. Period. “My goal is to be the longest active Ironman in the world,” Owens says. The 140.6-mile Ironman (2.4-mile swim, a 112-mile bicycle ride and 26.3-mile run, all done without a break) is among the shorter competitions Robert's put himself through. At age 65 he embarked on the 238 mile “300 of Sparta Endurance Race,” an eight-day endurance race in Greece to help raise over $315,000 for the families of fallen Navy SEAL contractors who died at Benghazi. A mere four days before his 66th birthday, Robert took on the SEALFIT's Kokoro 50-Hour Challenge, originally created to train Special Operations Candidates. He was the oldest of the group by 25 years to finish, and at the same time became the oldest to ever complete the challenge, for which he was awarded the “Most Advanced Age Ever Award” by SEALFIT. And then without any training, he took on the Ironman Mexico – his 12th Ironman. And in January, 2018, Robert took on and completed "The World Marathon Challenge – 7 Marathons 7 Continents 7 Days.” Today on the show, we'll hear from Robert about his adventures throughout life, and some direct challenges to us as men that will change how you think about the way you live (no hyperbole here). This week's adventure challenge:Grab a couple of buddies and listen to this episode together. No one leaves the room until you all write down three takeaways from the episode. “The Lord needed to put me in Pharoah's army to grow me up because the church couldn't. The church couldn't deal with a young guy like me because they were soft on me." - Robert Owens Today on the Anthem of the Adventurer Podcast:Staying in the game every dayThe biggest adventure is following God's Will. Mentioned Resources:SEALfit  Connect with Robert Owens:Rob's websiteFacebook Thanks for tuning in!Thanks for joining us on today's episode of the Anthem of the Adventurer podcast! If you enjoyed today's episode, please head over to iTunes and leave us a rate and review to help us reach even more adventurous souls. Don't forget to check out our website, visit us on Facebook, or hang out with us on Instagram to stay up-to-date on the adventures we're having! To incorporate some more adventure into your life, check out The Adventure Challenge and use the promo code DAN10 to get 10% off your first order!

S3E9: S3E10: Living an adventurous life with Nick DevlinNick Devlin a transformational life coach, entrepreneur, father and former US Army Ranger. His mission is to empower you to live your life as an adventure - with peace, passion and intention. He does this by helping you embrace uncertainty and envision the life you want to live (your adventure). He guides you through first steps and hold you accountable for taking action. In addition to coaching sessions by phone and in person, he takes you out in the wilderness for "adventure coaching sessions" to get you out of your head and into your heart. He listens, reflects, and supports you to grow. He celebrates your successes and push you to be brave, go farther, and does it together.​Throughout this bold and adventurous life, he has won and lost. He has played with the fear of the deep unknown. He has tasted the sweet victory resulting from dedicated effort and hard work. He has felt the pain of trying to control things beyond my control. As a recovering “control addict” and former corporate employee (asleep at the wheel of my life), he has felt the struggle of living disconnectedly – void of true purpose – a vassal to the grind and societal expectations. He's been stuck in the preservation zone, playing safe and playing small.  He got unstuck when a life coach, and friend, asked me one pivotal question. It was the question that cut deep and shook me to the core. It shook me awake - wide awake. He grabbed the wheel, and redirected my course towards passion and purpose. He chose to live with intention and explore the possibilities of my most adventurous life. With critical guidance from my coach – he now lives his adventure. It's his turn to help you live yours!   Nick's challenge:Face a fear that you have, ideally a social fear. Something that's challenging you to get out of your comfort zone to have an important conversation to clear the air, maybe apologize for something, or ask for help. So often we're used to staying safe and in our comfort zone. So let's get out of that this week!  Life is full of moments of pain and struggle. And there's lots of moments of triumph, of connection and goodness and wholeness. Lots of moments of love. Today on the show:Living fully inspired every dayWhat does a life full of adventure look like and feel like?  Mentioned Resources:Life Coaching with Nick Connect with Nick:WebsiteFacebookInstagramLinkedIn  Thanks for tuning in!Thanks for joining us on today's episode of the Anthem of the Adventurer podcast! If you enjoyed today's episode, please head over to iTunes and leave us a rate and review to help us reach even more adventurous souls. Don't forget to check out our website, visit us on Facebook, or hang out with us on Instagram to stay up-to-date on the adventures we're having! To incorporate some more adventure into your life, check out The Adventure Challenge and use the promo code DAN10 to get 10% off your first order!

Shawn Bolz is a TV host, author, producer and a Christian minister known for leading conversations about the church, the entertainment industry, and social justice that have helped believers connect their faith to culture in a transformative way. His deeply connected yet humorous style of speaking and coaching combined with his unique perspective has taken him around the world to meet with churches, CEO's, entertainers, and world leaders. Shawn is the author of numerous bestselling books, including Translating God, Keys to Heaven's Economy,Breakthrough: Prophecies, Prayers & Declarations, and Through the Eyes of Love. He currently hosts Exploring the Industry on CBN News, the Translating God and Discovering God series' on TBN, and the Exploring Series Podcast on Charisma Podcast Network, which has 3.5 million downloads. Shawn is the founding pastor of Expression58, a family-focused church in Los Angeles, where he lives on an urban farm with his wife, Cherie, their two daughters, dogs, cat and chickens.Bob Hasson is a businessman and leadership consultant. His greatest passion is strengthening leaders and their organizations, with specific focus on developing sound organizational structure, fiscal responsibility, and dynamic relationships on leadership teams. He is both the Founder and CEO of R.M Hasson Painting Contractors, Inc. For over 30 years, he has been active as a consultant and board member for churches, ministries, nonprofits, and school boards. Since 2012, he has traveled around the world with Danny Silk as a speaker and consultant for Loving on Purpose. He has been married for 30 years to his wife, Lauren, and they have four children. Today on the show, we'll hear from Bob Hasson and Shawn Bolz about how we're all wired to hear God's voice in different ways, and how listening and responding can have profound effects on our lives and how we operate in the world. This week's adventure challenges from Bob and Shawn are:We all have something we're dealing with and need God's guidance on. Do a two week experiment. Put the issue before the Lord. Many times we go into our prayer closet with a list and we just go through what we need to pray. Instead of just taking 5 minutes to listen to answers to these massive problems, what Bob is proposing is that we take two weeks and be aware of all the different ways the Lord speaks. Prophecy, wisdom, mentors, through friends who are going through unrelated things. This will put us on the road to seeing God in a new way. Shawn's challenge is a companion to Bob's. The Bible over and over repeats how God is love. Take time this week to do an exercise and look at 1 Corinthians 13 and wherever the word "love" appears insert "God" when reading it. Then, insert your own name in the passage and ask yourself how you're doing on all the aspects of love, patience, kindness, not envying, not boasting, not being proud, etc. When we look at the Scriptures, we find what God is like, and we do our best to emulate Him. So we need to look at what does love look like practically, every day, tangibly. “You have been given powerful tools to make a difference in your life and the lives of those around you. It is time to gaina hope-filled view of the ways in which you already hear from God about your life and the work of your hands, andexplore the things He is saying to you, for the sake of the world.” Today on the show:Bob challenges us to take a new perspective in our prayer timeShawn challenges us to emulate love in our careers and places of influenceMarketplace leaders will be on the front lines of the next move of GodWe discuss their new book, Wired to Hear and how it's a manual to walking out what God speaks and solving difficult problemsGoing after risk and adventure while being connected to GodThere is a process to growing in heating God's voice Quotes from their book:On Hearing“God is dreaming over and guiding humanity all the time, but He also does more than speak to us; He gives us His nature,  mind, and heart.” (p. 4)  “The goal of hearing God in our everyday lives is not to evangelize every moment but to walk with God in connection. As  we do, we begin to see God's grace and influence in everything. This, in turn, creates a demonstration of His love to the  world around us.” (p. 5) “When we learn to see our wins in life, our greatest successes, through spiritual eyes, we can reverse engineer how we got  there. What made you follow that path? What prompted you to have that thought? There, in the midst of gut decisions and  seemingly random ideas, is God's voice.” (p. 9) On Work“We believe that we are on the precipice of a transformation within the marketplace and the church. The age that we live  in with the technology that we have and the ability to get information at the touch of a finger is an invitation to blend  marketplace leadership within the church.” (p. 19)  “When we build our teams or pursue our careers, we need the humility to build with people who are smarter than us so  that we can rely on their wisdom and knowledge for the common good of the project, the organization, the role, or the  service that we're providing. God loves a humble heart; it is the currency of hearing His voice and understanding the work  He has called you to do.” (p. 23) “By pursuing your career in the marketplace, you are furthering God's purpose to restore all things, to love the entire  world, and to bring humanity into relationship with Him.” (p. 25) On Influence“This is not a church-centric move of God. He is not only speaking to cultural leaders in every area of life. He is speaking  to each one of us about our call to serve and love within the marketplace. He is placing us in positions of influence— whether influence over an entire organization or industry or influence with a single co-worker—so that we can bring life  and light to those around us. He is giving us influence so that we can serve the world.” (p. 28)  “You were not put in your job or in a place of influence simply to invite someone to church or preach the gospel on your  lunch break. You were called to your position, whatever it may be, to serve and demonstrate God's love to those around  you in very practical ways.” (p. 32)“The work you are doing right now is an important part of your life and your role in the world. It may not be your favorite  job, your most desired job, or even your dream job, but you are there right now for a reason, and God has a plan for you.  He wants to partner with you in every season in whatever position of authority or influence you may have.” (p. 42-43)  On Process“Our process will always look different from the average person because our motivation is different. As Christians, we  have a clearly defined biblical parameter in which we build our goals, a parameter that connects everything we do to our  relationship with God.” (p. 50)  “There is no defined five-step process to success with God. Instead, our lives become a trust fall. As we trust Him and  hear His voice, we slowly learn to walk the path He has laid out for us.” (p. 52) “Making plans with God is building strategies that are bathed in prayer. It is getting our house in order so that we can be a  blessing to those around us and pass down a spiritual, financial, and emotional inheritance. That is the process and the  journey that we are on with God.” (p. 56) On Intuition“God never took away the benefit of being made in His image, regardless of our belief systems or even our lifestyles. As a  matter of fact, God gave humanity His nature as a free gift and it works with or without a born-again experience. His  nature, however, is perfected in us and brought into wholeness and everlasting fruit when it's chosen through a  relationship with Jesus.” (p. 64)  “God has wired us all with this extraordinary revelation infrastructure that includes intuition, instinct, hearing God, and  discernment. The more we listen to Him in these ways, the easier it is to hear and the better the decisions we will make in  every part of our lives. The more we push our instinct and intuition away, the harder it is to hear, and the quality of our  decisions reflects this.” (p. 77) On Wisdom“It is through God's wisdom, and a Kingdom mindset of love and servitude, that we are able to radically transform our  industries and fulfill our marketplace callings.” (p. 80)  “In the marketplace, when you learn to think like God, you prosper. You are not limited to your human talents, your  societal position, your education, your own awareness; you have God leading you for His purpose and He can take you  beyond what you hope for or imagine.” (p. 89) “As a Christian in the marketplace, your calling is like that of Joseph, Daniel, Esther, and Paul—to shine from the highest  lamp stand you can stand on so that people can see what Jesus looks like through your life. Your calling is to bring  transformation to the culture around you.” (p. 92) On Agenda“Having a pure heart is to live without a hidden agenda. One of the beautiful things about God is that He discloses the  mysteries of the Kingdom to the poor in spirit, the meek, and those who have nothing. There's nothing hidden in God.” (p.  97)  “Apart from remaining pure of heart and honest, one way to avoid hidden agendas, or really any agenda that violates the  purposes of God, is to remind ourselves of this one thing: we don't have to turn the workplace into church. That would be  a mistake. Instead, we must learn to demonstrate the nature of God to those around us by purposing to fulfill the task He  has given us.” (p. 102) On Transforming“When we choose to live out our Kingdom values and partner with God, transformation touches everything we do. Even  those who are completely unfamiliar with God and His ways can recognize the power of transformation on our lives.” (p.  110)“Our lives should be so transformed that we create an environment that people want to be part of. That transformation will  then leak out into our jobs, our passions, and our relationships. If this is not our current reality, then how do we get to the  point where people want to be in our environment in both work and life? Start with feedback. If we're not creating culture  or bringing transformation, it might be because our own transformation hasn't happened yet.” (p. 116-117)  On Perspective“Perspective is the main factor in determining how an event resonates with you, how you feel about a situation, and how  you will remember what happened. It is your ability to process the world around you and what is happening in your inside  world with God.” (p. 119)  “Perspective takes faith. It requires knowing that God chose you and gave you an idea, dream, or calling. It also takes  knowledge, understanding, and wisdom—both from God and in the natural—to keep you moving forward and making  progress on the thing He has called you to.” (p. 131) On Armor“Having the armor of God and a sword of the Spirit as your protecting devices is not just cute sentimentality; it is actually  a way of life. Setting up a prayer schedule and planning it just like you plan the most important meetings in your week are  things that will help you thrive internally, no matter what good or hard thing is happening externally.” (p. 136)  “Every piece of our dynamic weaponry is meant to be used through relationship with God. As we learn to implement this  weaponry in our daily lives and in our careers, we actually reflect God to those around us. We look more like Jesus.” (p.  146) On Prosperity“For every vision there is a provision. Resources, prosperity, and money are not the destiny of God's people, although  they are part of our benefit. When we start to see what God has in store for those who love Him, it is not wealth or  resources; it is walking in full connection with Him, ourselves, and the world around us.” (p. 148)  “God's ultimate goal is always spiritual provision that brings transformation. When God brings a material, relational,  business, or other type of blessing, He always has a spiritual reason behind it.” (p. 159) On Risk“The greatest opportunities come to those who stay open to obedience in places that their own skill, talent, or network  can't bring them. Faith is when you aren't a self-made man or woman, and you don't limit yourself to your own ability,  but you trust that God has more for you than you can perform. Faith is risk.” (p. 165-166)  “It's time to take the risk that is in front of you. Do the feasibility, seek advisers, but learn to take the risk even when it's  unpopular. Don't do it for the benefit of your career or finances as your primary motivator, but do it with and for God.” (p. 171) Mentioned Resources:Wired to HearConnect with Bob and Shawn:Shawn's WebsiteFacebookInstagramTwitter Bob's WebsiteFacebookInstagramLinkedInTwitterYouTube Thanks for tuning in!Thanks for joining us on today's episode of the Anthem of the Adventurer podcast! If you enjoyed today's episode, please head over to iTunes and leave us a rate and review to help us reach even more adventurous souls. Don't forget to check out our website, visit us on Facebook, or hang out with us on Instagram to stay up-to-date on the adventures we're having! To incorporate some more adventure into your life, check out The Adventure Challenge and use the promo code DAN10 to get 10% off your first order!

Adventure Dadwagon was established by Greg Finke shortly after he learned his son was missing out on so many life experiences that electronics can't teach. With the addition of his Subaru Outback, he began going back to the basics and going on trips, camping, fishing, hiking, and just making lots of memories.  Today on the show, we'll hear from Greg Finke who started taking his family on adventures in his trusty Subaru and has created an amazing community around that vehicle, inspiring others to take their families into the great outdoors with cars that can get them anywhere they want to go! Today on the Anthem of the Adventurer Podcast:The origin of the Adventure Dad WagonSubaru mods for adventureCar camping with kids and family This week's adventure challenge:If you have kids, have one day a week (or every two weeks at least) to have no tablets or screens and do something outdoors to create some memories. “The trips we take are all about making memories for the kids and facilitating that." - Greg Finke  Mentioned Resources:LP AventureKC Hilites Connect with Greg Finke:Adventure Dadwagon websiteAdventure Dadwagon on InstagramAdventure Dadwagon on FacebookAdventure Dadwagon on Twitter  Thanks for tuning in!Thanks for joining us on today's episode of the Anthem of the Adventurer podcast! If you enjoyed today's episode, please head over to iTunes and leave us a rate and review to help us reach even more adventurous souls. Don't forget to check out our website, visit us on Facebook, or hang out with us on Instagram to stay up-to-date on the adventures we're having! To incorporate some more adventure into your life, check out The Adventure Challenge and use the promo code DAN10 to get 10% off your first order!

S3E7 The Freedom Fight, winning against p*** with Ted ShimerTed Shimer has mentored men since 1991 with the collegiate ministry Student Mobilization. He received his MABS from Dallas Seminary and was trained as a Pastoral Sex Addiction Professional-Supervisor. His discipleship background, theological instruction and world class clinical training gives Ted a unique and grounded approach to porn addiction recovery that is biblically based, scientifically sound, gospel centered and effective. Today on the show, we'll hear from Ted Shimer, the founder of the Freedom Fight, an online porn addiction recovery program. We go deep on this tough topic, so if you've got young ears in the area, make sure you've got headphones on! Today on the Anthem of the Adventurer Podcast:Deep dive into the addicted mindThe B.R.A.C.E. method6 reasons men become addicted This week's adventure challenge:She also challenges us to get completely down on the ground and get up 5 times in a different way. And do it outside! Do this each day for a week and let us know how it goes! “God wants to give you the freedom to run the race He's given us to run." - Ted Shimer Today on the Anthem of the Adventurer Podcast:  Mentioned Resources:The Freedom Fight websiteThe Freedom Fight book  Connect with Ted Shimer:● The Freedom Fight on Facebook  Thanks for tuning in!Thanks for joining us on today's episode of the Anthem of the Adventurer podcast! If you enjoyed today's episode, please head over to iTunes and leave us a rate and review to help us reach even more adventurous souls. Don't forget to check out our website, visit us on Facebook, or hang out with us on Instagram to stay up-to-date on the adventures we're having! To incorporate some more adventure into your life, check out The Adventure Challenge and use the promo code DAN10 to get 10% off your first order! 

Melissa Templeton is the lead instructor at the Heritage Black Belt Academy (where Dan and his son practice!). She's a mom of two amazingly confident young women, and shares how her adventures in martial arts have helped her build confidence and to persevere through life. She's a very adventurous soul (especially when she's on her motorcycle) and an awesome person!Today on the show, we'll hear from Melissa about how taekwondo helps build confidence and perseverance for life!This week's adventure challenge:Melissa's challenges is to get completely down on the ground and get up 5 times in a different way. And do it outside! Do this each day for a week and let us know how it goes! “We're not learning how to hurt people. We're building really good people with really strong character and just using martial arts to do it." - Melissa TempletonToday on the Anthem of the Adventurer Podcast:It's OK to mess up and for things to be hardStarting adventurous things when you don't feel adequate and persevering when you want to quitRaising a family to embrace challenges and adventureChoosing adventure when we view things as hardships in our families, marriages, and careersSelf Defense stories and martial arts.Misconceptions about martial arts  Mentioned Resources:● Heritage Black Belt Academy Connect with Melissa Templeton:● Heritage Black Belt Academy on Facebook  

S3E5 Preparing for the Appalachian Trail with Jocelyn SmithJocelyn Smith is adventurous soul from Vermont, who recently left her job as a bar manager to pursue her passion to thru-hike the Appalachian Trail (and hopefully teach the art of pole dancing while she's out there to other hikers!).Today on the show, we'll hear from Jocelyn as she prepares her mind and body for a thru-hike of the Appalachian Trail!“My parents always supported me in pushing myself.” - Jocelyn Smith Today on the Anthem of the Adventurer Podcast:Transitioning to a big adventureMindset for thru-hikingThe big "why" for doing an epic adventureCamping and backpacking gear for through hikingDetail is important, but don't give away the entire episode. Mentioned Resources:The TrekREIGear list: https://thetrek.co/author/jocelyn-smith/gear-list/ Connect with Jocelyn:Jocelyn Smith on InstagramJocelyn Smith on FacebookJocelyn's blog on The Trek Thanks for tuning in!Thanks for joining us on today's episode of the Anthem of the Adventurer podcast! If you enjoyed today's episode, please head over to iTunes and leave us a rate and review to help us reach even more adventurous souls. Don't forget to check out our website, visit us on Facebook, or hang out with us on Instagram to stay up-to-date on the adventures we're having! Want some more adventure in your life? Check out The Adventure Challenge for some great ideas! 

This week, we're talking with my good buddy Jeff McClintic! Jeff is part of the leadership of 420 Ministries in Indianapolis, Indiana and is an adventurous soul. On the show today we talk about how we adventure with God, the power of prayer, hearing prophetic words, and so much more. You'll be hearing much more from Jeff in the months ahead, as we've partnered up to take this message to the next level!About 420 Ministries: https://www.420ministries.net/Ready for more adventure in your life? Check out these resources to help you on your way:The Adventure Challenge:https://www.theadventurechallenge.com/collections/products?aff=58SEAL Team Leaders:www.sealteamleaders.com

To find out more about the great trucks that Twisted Automotive builds, check them out here:https://www.twistedautomotive.comIf you want to spend a great afternoon watching what Land Rovers are all about, check out this video on the Camel Trophy: Want to get into some casual adventures with your friends and family? Check out the Adventure Challenge books!https://www.theadventurechallenge.com/collections/products?aff=58If you're ready for a bigger adventure with your team and learn from one of the best leadership teachers in the world, check out SEAL Team leaders here:http://sealteamleaders.com/ 

About Allen:Allen Arnold is an author, (The Story of With and Chaos Can't) speaker, and Executive Producer of Content for Wild at Heart. His passion is awakening people's hearts to pursue their dreams and creativity with God. As a former Fiction Publisher, Allen oversaw the launch of more than 500 novels. Now he helps people live a better story. He loves blue oceans, black coffee, hot salsa, and big ideas.About our topicsLinks to Allen's  work:https://www.withallen.com/https://wildatheart.org/ 

In this episode, I get to share some excellent time on the excavation of a man's soul with Morgan Snyder. We talk about devoting ourselves to the hard, deep work of recovering our hearts and becoming the kind of men that God is happy to entrust with his kingdom. This was one of my favorite interviews of all time, and I think you'll agree and really enjoy it. Join the few who will implement what Morgan has to say, and you will find life and find it to the full.Check out Morgan's blog here: https://www.becomegoodsoil.com/Pre-order his book here: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/0785231854/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=9325&creativeASIN=0785231854&linkCode=as2&tag=wwwbecomegood-20&linkId=0cf58c27745e923326a345fa1ba4979e Morgan Snyder is a grateful husband of over 20 years and a proud father of a wildly creative and witty daughter and a joyful and passionate son. He serves as a strategist, entrepreneur, teacher, writer, and speaker. His passion is to both be shaped by and shape the men and women who are shaping the kingdom of God. In 2010, he established BecomeGoodSoil, a fellowship of leaders whose global reach offers guidance for the narrow road of becoming the kind of person to whom God can confidently entrust the care of his kingdom. Morgan serves on the executive leadership team at Wild at Heart and Ransomed Heart Ministries and has contended for the wholeheartedness of men and women alongside John and Stasi Eldredge for more than two decades. He has led over a decade of Become Good Soil Intensives and sold out Wild at Heart men's events across the United States, United Kingdom, South Africa, and Australia. Morgan goes off the grid every chance he gets, whether bowhunting in the Colorado wilderness or choosing the adventurous life with his greatest treasures: his wife, Cherie; his son, Joshua; and his daughter, Abigail. Author of Becoming A King

Welcome to Season 3 of the podcast, which will be a bit.... unconventional, as you'll come to hear in this episode. But hey, that's what living an adventurous life is all about! Being a bit unconventional, following where God leads, and taking the path less traveled. Let's journey together!

This week, we have a super special guest... my Grandma! She talks about her experiences as a young girl going through the Great Depression, and a young woman in World War II. It's a great dose of perspective for these trying times. Enjoy!Here are the resources mentioned at the beginning of the episode:https://www.ransomedheart.com/https://www.ransomedheart.com/allies/searchhttps://www.andsonsmagazine.com/https://www.sealteamleaders.com/

Dan gives his after action review of how Season Two went from his perspective, and what's coming next. Share your takeaways in the comments, on Facebook, or Instagram!

Today, we talk about how to live a life full of adventure, especially as a husband and father of young kids. Our guest today is living this out, and we talk about the ups, downs, and messiness of living this kind of life everyday. You'll learn some practical approaches to incorporate into your daily practice that will help you fight for the adventure in your life!Alastair Humphreys is a British Adventurer, Author and Blogger. He spent over 4 years cycling round the world, a journey of 46,000 miles through 60 countries and 5 continents.More recently Alastair has walked across southern India, rowed across the Atlantic Ocean, run six marathons through the Sahara desert, completed a crossing of Iceland, busked through Spain and participated in an expedition in the Arctic, close to the magnetic North Pole. He has trekked 1000 miles across the Empty Quarter desert and 120 miles round the M25 – one of his pioneering microadventures. He was named as one of National Geographic's Adventurers of the year for 2012.Alastair has written 11 books. Here's a link to his book "My Midsummer Morning" which we discussed in the interview: https://www.amazon.com/My-Midsummer-Morning-Rediscovering-Adventure/dp/0008331820Alastair is a patron of these charities:Youth Adventure TrustHope and Homes for ChildrenOutdoor Swimming SocietyYorkshire Dales SocietyYorkshire Dales Millennium TrustWebsite: www.alastairhumphreys.comTwitter and Instagram: @al_humphreys Full Bio:Click here. Photo credit: https://www.flickr.com/photos/alastairhumphreys/26486442982

 Mitch Matthews is a keynote speaker, a success coach and a best-selling author. His podcast called “DREAM. THINK. DO.” is in the top 5% on Apple Podcasts.Mitch has worked with leaders and teams from organizations like NASA, Disney, Booking.com and the Principal Financial Group.  Plus, Mitch speaks on college campuses around the country.Most importantly, Mitch lives in Des Moines, Iowa with his wife Melissa and they are very proud of their two sons.   Where to find Mitch and his awesomeness:Website: MitchMatthews.comPodcast: DreamThinkDo.comMost recent book: DreamJobRedefined.comTwitter: @mitchmatthewsInstagram: @mitch.matthewsFacebook: @mitchmatthews.104 If you want to find out more about the SEAL Team Leaders Boot Camp, mentioned at the top of the show, check it out here: sealteamleaders.com/bootcamp . I can't wait to see you there!

Today we have Shannon Stowell, who is the CEO of the Adventure Travel Trade Association (ATTA), talking to us about the amazing impact that adventure can have on our lives, as well as those we adventure with. Want to learn about amazing experiences that are available, no matter your budget? Or get motivated for travelling differently, in a way that promotes peace and stewardship? Shannon's your guy, and the ATTA are your people! Here's where to find Shannon and his great work:https://www.adventuretravel.biz/leadership/https://www.linkedin.com/in/shannonstowell/

Today we get to talk with the wonderful Emily McCarthy, head of all things women at GORUCK! She's got some amazing stories of her adventures in the foreign service, at GORUCK, and of course as a wife and mother. You're going to love her perspective!Check out one of my favorite stories about Emily's adventures here:https://blog.goruck.com/news/027-the-goruck-show-rucking-colombia/

Today we talk with Brad McLeod, a retired Navy SEAL from SEAL Team 4, who runs SEAL Grinder PT! The big theme of Brad's life is how perseverance has developed his character, and brought hope to his life for a better future. You'll love hearing his stories and get inspired to go do some hard things (probably out in the woods on a bike!).Here's where to find all the awesomeness Brad McLeod is up to in the world:sealgrinderpt.com/If you want to read his awesome after action report from this year's TNGA race, here it is: https://sealgrinderpt.com/blog/navy-seal-workout/tnga-2019-confessions-from-a-backwoods-florida-rider.html/

Today we get to talk to Blayne Smith, retired Green Beret and former President of GORUCK. He shares about his focus of adventure with his family, and how he uses adventure to connect with his wife, children, and friends. You'll love this one, especially how to go on low cost adventures with your wife, or friends you haven't seen in a while!Blayne Smith's resources:www.blaynesmith.comhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/blayne-smith-a2715814/Transcript link:https://otter.ai/s/qn5OTaiLTKmZuMW8uF8t6AGrand Canyon trip video:https://www.facebook.com/GORUCK/videos/10156382037785407/

Cadre Igor is a veteran of the US Special Forces, and shares his story from the Battle of Mogadishu, and his adventures since then. Buckle up for a wild ride!Sign up for your next GORUCK event here: https://www.goruck.com/find-an-event/Here's one I'll be doing with Cadre Igor next year: https://www.goruck.com/event-16398/Follow Cadre Igor's adventures on Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/cadre.igor

Get ready for Season 2! We have NAVY SEALs, Army Special Forces, former CIA operatives, entrepreneurs, and adventurers ready to show you how to practice PERSEVERANCE!Make sure you do the challenge every week, and prove you completed it on Instagram! You can get started right now! Make a post, and tag @anthemoftheadventurer with the hashtag #practice_perseverance .  Then we'll know you're committed to taking action each week this fall!Each episode will have its own hashtag, and if you post a picture of you (or a group of friends and family!) completing the challenge with that hashtag each week, at the end of the season you'll get a special ruck patch that you won't be able to get anywhere else. This season is only 7 episodes long, so you can TOTALLY DO THIS! You'll get a direct message from us once you've completed your 7 challenges so you know you've done everything properly, with a link to send in your shipping info.

Topics: Adventure challenge (4:23) Background, how did he get into woodworking anyway? (7:04) The Wood Whisperer Genesis and evolution (17:00) Favorite moments from the Wood Whisperer (21:00) Woodworkers Fighting Cancer (22:55) Marc's new book! Essential Joinery (27:00) Kids and woodworking (32:55) Inspirations as a dad (38:15) Next for Marc (42:00) Links: Wood Whisperer: https://www.thewoodwhisperer.com/ Wood Whisperer Guild: https://thewoodwhispererguild.com Essential Joinery https://thewoodwhispererguild.com/product/essential-joinery-book/

I really enjoyed talking with Josh, and his personal statement on his blog just shows him best: "I do what I love in life and do my best to cut out what I don't. Loving what you do means you will do more than if you don't, so I've accomplished a few things to high levels while enjoying the process. I've also made my life easy and fun. I think anyone can. In fact I think making life easy and fun is easy and fun, like me swimming across the Hudson River with a friend for fun in the picture on this site's main page. This site shares how I do it so you love what you do while accomplishing more than you thought you could too. Your values and mine differ so you'll want to do different things than I, but if the magnitude of my successes is something you want while living an easy, fun life loving what you do, read my blog. If you love what you do and live with that passion, I'd love to meet you. Please contact me. My mission is to help people live by their values, especially their environmental values, creating and finding joy, meaning, value, importance, purpose, passion, and other emotional reward in the process." Topics from today's show: Adventures that don't cost anything! Cold showers (2:00) Swimming across the Hudson River (11:17) Lots of burpees (14:00) Stoic philosophy (33:50) Living in accordance with your core values (32:38, 41:57) Josh's new book, “Initiative” (25:38) Producing the minimum waste possible (57:35) Links: http://joshuaspodek.com/ Facebook. LinkedIn. Twitter. https://www.amazon.com/Initiative-Proven-Method-Bring-Passions/dp/1733039902

We're coming to the end of Season 1, but the adventure doesn't stop this summer! Join our Facebook group, the Anthem of the Adventurer Tribe and share the adventure's you're taking with the group, get ideas for your summer travels, for adventuring with your kids, and living the life you're called to.

Today on the show we have Christina Zerfas, founder of the Cans for Kili project! We talk about her upcoming expedition and how she's raising money for that by recycling over 1 million cans! Here's where to follow along and support Christina's mission: https://christinazerfas.wixsite.com/cansforkili

Today on the show… we have a who shares my love for making big pieces of wood into smaller ones and takes some Canadian sense of humor into his teaching and work at Lee Valley Tools, Vic Tesolin. He's a veteran of the Canadian Army where he served with pride for 14 yrs in the Royal Canadian Horse Artillery. After his honorable discharge, he was a student at Rosewood Studio where he studied furniture design and making under the guidance of some of North America's top furniture makers. He ran my own studio furniture business designing and crafting furniture by commission while working at Rosewood as a part-time instructor and craftsman in residence. He realized that making the type of furniture he liked to make didn't make me much money so he went in search for a real job and took the helm at Canadian Woodworking magazine as editor. Currently, he's the Technical Advisor at Lee Valley Tools. When he's not there he's in the shop building furniture or in front of my computer writing articles for various publications. He's the author of The Minimalist Woodworker, a book that encourages people who can't run machines because of noise, dust, lack of space or budget, to woodwork with hand tools. With a few more books in the hopper I should manage to stay out of trouble for awhile ... or not. Today we talk about the adventure of making things with your hands… using real tools! And how to inspire our kids to do the same, and guide them into adults who know how to fix and build things for themselves. You can find more about Vic here: http://victesolin.com/ Vic's book: http://victesolin.com/store/minimalist-woodworker-signed-copy Here's the spokeshaves Vic mentions on the episode: http://www.leevalley.com/us/hardware/page.aspx?cat=1&p=50230

On today's episode of the Anthem of the Adventurer, we have my good friend and Dad Edge Alliance brother, Andy Storch! Andy is an expert in business development and coaching, and hosts two podcasts, the Andy Storch Show and the Talent Development Hotseat. Today we're talking about some ways to adventure with your family, the importance of still adventuring on your own as a dad, and planning with the desired end state in mind WITH your wife for holidays, birthdays, your 2019, etc. We talk about how to adventure with your family, even with young kids and the importance of instilling a growth and adventure focused mindset in your kids as they grow into being ready for bigger adventures. To follow along with all the awesome that Andy is putting into the world, you can find him here: www.andystorch.com www.facebook.com/andystorch www.linkedin.com/in/andystorch www.instagram.com/andy_storch twitter.com/AndyStorch

Today's guest, Philipp Lomboy challenges us to discover the part within us that FIGHTS. Everyone has it, and when we embrace that we find something within ourselves that is willing to embrace pain, hardship, and resilience to get better and defend what matters to us. To find out what Philipp is up to and listen to his awesome podcast, check him out here: www.everydayfighter.me

Today on the show we have Aaron Walker, or Big A as his friends call him! Big A has been a great influence on my life and the lives of thousands of other men who are looking to live a life of success and significance. Aaron has been doing just that for over 38 years in various business ventures while working under amazing mentors like Dave Ramsey and walking alongside the members of his various mastermind groups that he has been a part of and led for decades. He has written a really great book called, “The View From the Top” that I highly recommend about just how to live the life you are meant to and he also runs the Iron Sharpens Iron mastermind community to help keep people accountable to the big goals they set for themselves in life and to live that life of significant impact. Get ready for the adventure of a life lived to the full, with my good friend Aaron Walker. To find out more about Aaron and everything he's up to, look here: https://www.viewfromthetop.com/

This week we have Darren Jacklin, who has an amazing story of overcoming adversity to embrace his own personal growth journey to inspire others to live the life they were meant to. There are so many great nuggets of wisdom in this episode, I think you're really going to love it! Get ready for a challenge, coming your way, right now! Once you take in Darren's challenge, share it with us! Shoot me a message on Facebook or share it in our group, the Anthem of the Adventurer Tribe. When you do, you'll not only be embracing adventure in your life, but inspiring others to do the same. To find out more about the great work Darren is doing, follow him here: http://darrenjacklin.com

This week is Thanksgiving in the US, and I'm super grateful for all the amazing people in my life! I'm sharing some insights and shoutouts from just a few of them this week including: Scott Colby: www.amazon.com/Grateful-Entrepreneur-Gratitude-Strategies-Relationships-ebook/dp/B07HKK43YJ Larry and Anne Yatch: www.plan-sight.com Eric Davis: www.ericdavis215.com Jason McCarthy: www.goruck.com Armando Cruz: www.armandocruz.com Dan McPherson: www.leadersmustlead.com Ricky Shetty: www.daddyblogger.com Mike Flynn: theimpactentrepreneur.net

Today on the show… we have Jeff Bonaldi, the founder of The Explorer's Passage. Today we're going to talk about some incredible moments of transformation in Jeff's life that were made possible by him embracing adventure in his life. If you want to learn more about the awesome things Jeff is up to, or connect with him further, here's where to find him! www.explorerspassage.com jeff@explorerspassage.com

This episode is all about updates on my life of adventure and a new direction for the podcast! With all the new changes coming, send me any feedback you have on Facebook Messenger or via email @ dan@anthemoftheadventurer.com. I want to hear what you like about the show, what you don't like, and especially what has inspired you to a life of adventure.

Today on the show we have a guy who decided that his job as a software engineer wasn't fulfilling his need for adventure in his life, packed up his car and drove to Alaska from his home in Canada. Once there, he discovered an untapped desired to keep exploring from the seat of an overlanding vehicle which kicked off a series of epic journeys from Alaska to Patagonia which he detailed in his book, “The Road Chose Me.” Dan Grec calls in from Zambia as he is working his way AROUND Africa. Yes, I said around. Not across. This journey so far has been almost 37k miles in his trusty off-road Jeep and he's got many more 10s of thousands to go. Truly epic. In this episode we talk about the lessons he's learned on the dusty, muddy, rocky, and beautiful roads he's been travelling for the past few years and all the cultures he's encountered along the way. You're going to love this one! Here's where you can find all the awesomeness Dan is up to: theroadchoseme.com Instagram (@theroadchoseme) His book: www.amazon.com/dp/0995198918/?tag=roadchoseme-20) Dan's challenge for us this week is to start thinking about if you were the master of your own time, what would I be doing this week? And if you aren't doing that, then why aren't you? What's in your way?

Today on the show… We have my friend, Larry Yatch. Now Larry is a special breed of guy: he was bound and determined to be a Navy fighter pilot since he saw the movie Top Gun in 3rd grade, but that changed when a friend gave him a Navy SEAL sweatshirt which would redirect the course of his life. After graduating from the Naval Academy, he would pass the hardest military training in the world to become a Navy SEAL and serve our country with distinction for 10 years as an officer. His military service ended when he was medically retired, but his service to our country continued in the form of building businesses to help others build and execute in high performing teams at work and at home. I met Larry 2 years ago through the Good Dad Project podcast, and have taken a couple of his training courses since then. During the course of that training, I've gotten to know Larry on a more personal level and I'm honored to call him one of my closest friends. He and his wife Anne have created a powerful team in their family and they are creating an amazing impact on the world while leaving a legacy of adventure and service for their boys. In our time today we'll talk about: Lessons from Navy SEAL career: -being able to persevere and self regulate -if it hurts, if I encounter some resistance, that's the direction I get to head into for growth and self awareness -focus on the good things that are coming, instead of the bad things that are around you Striving, struggling, and suffering today for a little treat of happiness tomorrow is the trap of being “normal.” We can't be normal if we want to get exceptional results! Imagine striving your whole life just to be normal, just to get to “average.” Our subconscious choices are controlled by our environment. For Larry and Anne, they needed to change their environment every 6 months until those less effective habits are broken! Two gifts from the SEALs: -Team: huge level of love, care, and support from teammates -An endless supply of the opportunity to be in a flow state Larry's challenge this week: Having a difficult, challenging, or even a conversation out of the norm with our wives can be super scary! A physical challenge for many of us is easy, so we're going about this challenge a bit differently today. Write down what it would FEEL like to have our ideal life today, not tomorrow. What would it FEEL like? What would it LOOK like? What's there? What's not there? Then, share how this ideal life feels and looks with your wife! Ask her what her ideal life today would FEEL and LOOK like to be aware of what the GAP between both might be. For many of us in relationships, there is often a GAP between the life we as fathers want to live and the dreams we want to achieve for our families and what our spouse might see as possible or be comfortable with. How many of us would want to bring our wives' vision for the ideal life closer to ours to positively impact our family and others? how many of us would want to close the gap so that making decisions together would be easier and more fun? If you find that there is a GAP, reach back out to Larry or to me to put you in touch with Larry. He has created an incredible set of tools to help anyone who doesn't want to be normal create the life you want for yourself, your connection with your spouse, your family and your impact in the world. For Larry, he would have confidence that they were on adventures as a family that enable them to learn as individuals and as a family while impacting the world in a measurable way. Links to resources If you would like to receive the two gifts that Larry offered on the show, or to set up an opportunity to talk to Larry or a member of his team, go to the following link: https://www.plan-sight.com/Clarity

Today we have an awesome guest with a passion for the wild places of the earth, their protection, and exploring them (especially in kitted out offroad vehicles!). Scott Leuthold is a writer, speaker, and advocate for getting outdoors and re-discovering what Thoreau called “the divine music.” Scott challenges us to push the envelope of our comfort zone this week, and not in nature but internally. Be an adventurer and go inward! Tap into a hidden fear in your mind and sit in a quiet spot outside, flow with the breeze, and explore that dark place in your mind. Face that experience and tell yourself "that's not who I am, starting today. This experience no longer serves me, and I'm going to get beyond that!" Here's everywhere you can find out about the great work Scott is up to: His book: https://www.tokenrock.com/divine_music/ His book on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/0983289670?pf_rd_p=d1f45e03-8b73-4c9a-9beb-4819111bef9a&pf_rd_r=8DJZS9YGV0WX04V4C4CY Website: http://www.4xpedition.com YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCr0N7SqU4tXoA3L1KoEQlkA Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/4xpedition Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/4xpedition Twitter: https://twitter.com/4xpedition 4XPEDITION Membership page: http://www.patreon.com/4xpedition ManKind Project New Warrior Training Weekend. (Watch Brandon Clift Video) https://mankindproject.org/new-warrior-training-adventure/ Check out our contributing author, Scott Swanson and a great book that he and his wife put together about travelling with young kids. Get it here on Amazon! https://amzn.to/2KRgXZF Join our Patreon @ https://www.patreon.com/anthemoftheadventurer

Today on the show I'm giving you a more direct call to action. This week, tens of thousands of people are preparing to endure the wrath of Hurricane Florence, and a group of tens of thousands more are ready to deploy their skills to be the best part of their worst day and Get (Stuff) Done. Team Rubicon's primary mission is providing disaster relief to those affected by natural disasters, be they domestic or international. By pairing the skills and experiences of military veterans with first responders, medical professionals, and technology solutions, Team Rubicon aims to provide the greatest service and impact possible. Through continued service, Team Rubicon seeks to provide our veterans with three things they lose after leaving the military: a purpose, gained through disaster relief; community, built by serving with others; and identity, from recognizing the impact one individual can make. Coupled with leadership development and other opportunities, Team Rubicon looks to help veterans transition from military to civilian life. I'm a proud member of Team Rubicon Region V, and had the privilege of serving alongside my fellow tribe members in the wake of Hurricane Harvey in 2017. It was one of the most profoundly positive experiences of my life, and you can have that mix of adventure, purpose, and service too by signing up to deploy on their website. It only takes a few hours of training, and a little bit of gear and you're good to go. Here's where you go to sign up: teamrubiconusa.csod.com/selfreg/register.aspx?c=sf_track&_ga=2.194349679.356286805.1536672462-505347610.1536672462

Dan McPherson works with people who have a creative spirit, either one they fully embrace or one they've repressed for years in a cubicle. He helps people find clarity, adventure, and prosperity in their creative pursuits. He's a guy that believes in getting a little better every day, and helping those he serves do that as well. Helping them move into new territory every day in powerful and effective ways. We talk about how to make incredible change in your life and business through seemingly small, incremental changes. He is a lifelong learner and we share many of the same influencers, which was awesome to talk about. One of his big takeaways was that every high performer is passionate about growth, stepping out and doing new things, while keeping all that balanced with fun. In addition to growth, they are huge seekers of adventure. Work hard, and play hard! Here's where you can find everything Dan is up to: www.leadersmustlead.com www.facebook.com/leadersmustlead

“Starting lines are almost more important than finish lines.” Shelby Stanger is a journalist, surfer, podcaster, and adventurer who enjoys travel and big adventures. She has a great outlook on life and some amazing stories to share from her own life and her podcast, Wild Ideas Worth Living where she interviews world-class explorers, athletes, authors, scientists, health experts, and entrepreneurs about how they've taken their own wild ideas and made them a reality, so you can too. From people who have sailed across the Pacific, to people who have broken records, climbed the tallest peaks, written best-selling books, started outdoor companies you love, or just stood up for something they believed in, some of the wildest ideas can lead to the most rewarding adventures. Links: www.wildideasworthliving.com Subscribe on Apple Podcasts: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/wild-ideas-worth-living-interviews-on-adventure-outdoors/id1183017174?mt=2 Facebook @WildideasworthLiving Instagram: @WildIdeasWorthLiving Personal Instagram: @ShelbyStanger Shelby's challenges for us: Pick one thing that would impact your life positively, and just go do it. In one week. Just go do it! If you have a friend who doesn't get outside much, take them outside for a hike! Also, be kind to yourself! Don't say anything to yourself that you wouldn't say to your best friend. Today's episode is sponsored by IZZAROO! IZZAROO is offering an exclusive discount only for the Anthem of the Adventurer community of 25% off your entire order! Use code ANTHEM to redeem your discount.

Today on the show, we have Scott Colby who is creating some amazing things out in Colorado around the space of gratitude and adventure with his company, Say it With Gratitude. He found inspiration for this through an amazing trip to Guatemala that changed his life. He volunteered to help build a school for a poor community, but the outpouring of gratitude and welcoming of the entire community really impacted him. He then took that attitude from the community into his own life and how to help others live that in their own lives. You can find out about all the awesome work Scott is doing here: sayitwithgratitude.com facebook.com/scottcolby facebook.com/sayitwithgratitude Scott's challenge to us this week: For seven straight days, either look at the sunrise or look at the sunset and say one thing you're grateful for. If you want to share that with someone like an accountability partner or in the Anthem of the Adventurer Tribe, even better! Create some space for yourself, and really feel that space.

On this week's show, we have my good friend Chris Saturnio who's a fellow team lead in the Dad Edge Alliance and a product designer for the athletic wear company, Hylete! I know I'm inspired to work out just a little harder when I'm wearing something he's designed, and Chris is always one of those guys who I look up to as a model of an adventurous man and father. We recorded this episode while taking a hike together in the beautiful hills of San Marcos, CA while visiting their family out there, so the audio quality will be a bit different than normal but I think you'll still really enjoy the interview. While we were out there we had an awesome time together with our families exploring some hiking trails, tide pools, great food, and showing our kids what a life full of adventure looks like. Enjoy the show! Here's where you can find out about all the awesome things that Chris and Mary are up to: www.izzaroo.com www.hylete.com IZZAROO is a brand that inspires parents to create deep connections with their children through play, creativity, exploration and doing good deeds together. On their lifestyle blog, they share everything from fun family games, exciting places to travel, humanitarian projects, healthy habits, to DIY tutorials (They're known for their epic handmade Halloween costumes.). In their shop they offer a collection of empowering graphic tees for adults and kids. The kids' tees include fun pockets to encourage them to get outside, explore nature and collect treasures they find during their adventures. As part of their mission to "Be The Good", a portion of all sales are donated to organizations that help underprivileged youth. These organizations build playgrounds in areas of poverty, provide art education and outdoor experiences to inner-city youth. IZZAROO is offering an exclusive discount only for the Anthem of the Adventurer community of 25% off your entire order! Use code ANTHEM to redeem your discount. If you want to hear more about the concept of the Desired End State I mentioned in the episode with David Rehagen, book a 30 minute session with me and I'll guide you through one for your next family trip! Book here: https://calendly.com/danzehner/desired-end-state-for-family-trip Check out our contributing author, Scott Swanson and a great book that he and his wife put together about travelling with young kids. Get it here on Amazon! https://amzn.to/2KRgXZF Join our Patreon @ https://www.patreon.com/anthemoftheadventurer

Today on the show we have my good friend, Warren Peterson, the author of “Becoming a Significant Man.” His book is a really great read for any man out there who is looking for more out of life, and is ready to take some action on that. It's a very readable, actionable book with some great wisdom and questions to reflect and take action on. Warren is a man with a strong faith in God, and a great mission after a powerful moment of change in his life which you'll really want to listen to in the episode! One of his adventures was moving from IL to CO. He and his wife decided they wanted to live in the mountains and made the decision to pack up their family of four kids and move to Colorado! His challenge to us this week: Do at least one thing that scares you! It doesn't have to be grand, but do something that scares you! It could even be a conversation that you have. Sometimes adventure is a conversation you've been putting off for a long time. Have it! If there's something you've been putting off for a while that's a bit scary, go out and do that.Even if it doesn't turn out how you want, you'll at least have finished it! If you want to find out more about what Warren is creating in the world, find him here: http://significantman.com/ https://www.amazon.com/Becoming-Significant-Man-Masculine-Children/dp/1683501233 If you want to hear more about the concept of the Desired End State I mentioned in the episode with David Rehagen, book a 30 minute session with me and I'll guide you through one for your next family trip! Book here: https://calendly.com/danzehner/desired-end-state-for-family-trip Check out our contributing author, Scott Swanson and a great book that he and his wife put together about travelling with young kids. Get it here on Amazon! https://amzn.to/2KRgXZF Join our Patreon @ https://www.patreon.com/anthemoftheadventurer