The Saved and Savage Podcast

We're going to have a difficult time leading our kids if we don't first connect with them. In this episode Preston gives you four questions you can use in dialogue to help you make a lasting connection with your family.

One of the roles of every savage dad is to provide protection and security to their kids. In this episode Pat Collis, owner of Spartan Investigations and Security, talks candidly about what it takes to keep your family and home safe and secure.

If we're going to lead our kids we have to connect with them. In this BONUS episode we talk about two things that keep us from making the connection we need to make in order to successfully lead our families.

Bullying seems to be a topic that surfaced in the media a few years ago and doesn't seem to be going anywhere. In this episode we talk with a lifelong martial artist and soldier about what it takes to make our kids bully-proof.

Our kids are constantly asking three questions about us. In this episode we explore those questions and discover practical ways to answer them.

Josh is a husband, dad, and youth pastor who has lost more than 100 pounds in the last two years. Listen to his inspiring story of weight loss, health and fitness.

In this episode Preston talks with Zach Vaught about stepping out of comfort zones and pursuing things we were made to do.

Tim Michaux is an executive pastor in Pennsylvania who owns and operates a Gracie Barra Jiu Jitsu school in the basement of his church. In this episode we talk about life in ministry, the obstacles that come with raising kids in ministry, and of course combat sports.

James Brashars grew up stealing pop tarts from his neighbors pantry. Through hard work and consistency he's been able to climb the corporate ladder and become a leader in his family, community, and at his job. Listen to his inspirational story about how he beat the odds and became a Savage Dad.

Josh Fowler is a father of five. Ironically, four of the five are from adoption. What's even more impressive is three of his five kids came all at once. Don't listen to this story and unless you're ready to inspired and challenged.

Daniel Rothamel, among other things, has had a long career in officiating both high school and in the NCAA. In this episode Daniel uses his experience as a referee to teach dads how to love their kids, even in the difficult times. Check out his book “Sidelines” available now on Amazon.

In this episode UFC and Bare Knuckle FC veteran Leonard “Bad Boy” Garcia talks about lessons he's gained from fighting that have helped in his fatherhood.

In this episode Preston talks with a worship leader about what it's going to take to raise our kids to love and not hate amidst a culture that seems to be filled with hate.

In this episode Preston talks with Josh Ashby about challenges of being a step dad as well as breaking generational curses.

In this episode we talk with Michael Harris who faced some challenges in his childhood but ultimately found restoration and wholeness.

In this episode we talk with Tom Poey about Chuck Norris, liver punches, and how God miraculously healed his son, Maddox.

In this episode Preston talks with his first MMA coach, John Williams, about growing up in a holiness church, overcoming relational brokenness, and of course martial arts.

In this episode Preston talks with one of Bellator MMA's top 145lbs contenders, Emmanuel “The Matador” Sanchez.

In this episode we talk with a new pro fighter, training out of Team Jackson Wink in Albuquerque, NM who was born in Vietnam and survived the jungle to escape to the US. Follow Theo on Instagram at @theojungleking.

In this episode Preston talks with FitCoach (Matthew Gay) about what it takes to go all in on the thing(s) God has put on your heart.

In this BONUS episode Preston talks about the importance of increasing faith in an effort to keep fear from dictating your life.

We linked up with the guys from the Quotes and Chokes podcast.

This is a short bonus episode talking about being love and giving grace.

In this episode I talk with my dad about baseball, bullies, and what it takes to be a good, godly man.

In this episode Preston gets interviewed by Shane Graham of the Toe to Toe VO Podcast. We talk about faith, fighting, podcasting, and where The Pastor of Disaster came from.

In this episode Preston talks with Nate Marquardt who started fighting professionally in 1999 and made the move to the UFC in 2005.

In this episode Preston interviews Andy Murphy (AKA The Secure Dad) about faith and keeping our families safe.

In this episode Preston talks to UFC newcomer Jacob Kilburn. Jacob has a goal that's bigger than UFC gold. Listen to find out what that is.

In this episode Preston talks with MMA pioneer Art “One Glove” Jimmerson about boxing, faith, and UFC 1.

Jake Peacock is an undefeated Muay Thai fighter who is signed with Lion Fight Promotions. Jake is knocking everyone out but the most impressive part of his story is the fact that he's done it with only one hand. Find Jake on Instagram @jake_leestriking

Jeremy Schulz is a professional drummer who gave up everything to walk across the country in order to raise money and awareness for an anti bullying campaign.

In this episode Preston talks “Fear Management” with self defense professional and Fear Management Specialist, Tony Blauer. For more from Tony Blauer check out www.knowfearnow.com or www.blauerspear.com

Yousef Badou is a combat veteran who served in the United States Marine Corp. In this episode Yousef talks about situational awareness and how to avoid potentially dangerous events. Website: www.emergencedisrupt.com

In this episode Preston talks to Bare Knuckle FC's number one contender at 135 pounds, Reggie Barnett. Listen to this story of how a gangster escaped the streets and survived alcoholism.

In this episode Preston talks with UFC newcomer, Brok Weaver, about fighting, faith and life on a Native American reservation.

In this episode Preston talks with former UFC lightweight champ about the current social climate and the what it takes to overcome losses.

In this episode Preston talks with JM Smith who is an artist, minister, and Renzo Gracie black belt.

In this episode Preston speaks with the 2018 WKA National Kickboxing champ and 2019 Kickboxing World Silver Medalist about fighting and overcoming failures.

On this episode Preston speaks with a rising star in the world of Women's MMA. Miranda is on a 5 fight when streak in Invicta FC.

In this episode Preston talks to Tim Romo about his incredible story of transformation from alcoholism to top 10 Spartan Racer in the worldwide standings.

In this episode Preston talks with Teejay “Bad News” Britton about overcoming loss while balancing faith, family, and fighting.

In this episode Preston talks with Kurt and Cyndi Petrich, the founders of The Ukrainian Orphan Project which we talked about in episode 3. The goal of The Ukrainian Orphan Project is to end the orphan crisis in Ukraine and rescue 100,000 kids from physical and emotional trauma. This is a MUST LISTEN.

In this episode Preston talks with Matthew Gay, professional personal trainer, nutritionist, and founder of FitChurch.

In this episode we got to sit down (FaceTime) with Rory MacDonald to talk faith, family, and of course fighting.

I this episode we talk about the importance of a resounding “Yes”.

In this episode Preston talks about Sweet Pea Whittaker, Evander Holyfield, and what it takes to be a good man who is good at being a man.

In this episode Preston talks about how his dad taught him to live in spite of fear using a little batting practice.