Summary In this episode of the Circuit Trust podcast, Huck L. Berry engages in a heartfelt conversation with Raul, a US military veteran and member of the F3 community. They discuss the significance of community engagement, the transformative power of F3, and Raul's personal journey through health challenges, including a cancer diagnosis. Raul shares how his faith has been tested and strengthened through adversity, the importance of brotherhood and support, and offers valuable advice for men facing burdens. The conversation highlights the essence of resilience, personal growth, and the impact of camaraderie in overcoming life's challenges. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Summary - In this episode, Huck L. Berry interviews Rick Cardona, known as Flash, who shares his transformative journey with F3, a fitness and community movement. Flash discusses how he found F3 after a health scare and how it has significantly improved his physical health, mental well-being, and sense of purpose. He reflects on his military background, the challenges of isolation, and the importance of male community in overcoming personal struggles. Flash emphasizes the positive impact of F3 on his family dynamics and his commitment to helping other men find their purpose through community engagement. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Summary In this episode of the Circle of Trust Podcast, host Huck L. Berry engages in a dynamic conversation with Bambi, a recent finisher of the GoRuck Selection event. They discuss the challenges and mental resilience required to complete such a grueling endurance test, the importance of community and support, and the lessons learned from failure. Bambi shares his journey from preparation to execution, highlighting the significance of focus and the evolving relationship with the cadre throughout the event. The conversation also touches on the impact of these experiences on personal growth and the desire to mentor the next generation. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Summary In this episode of the Circle of Trust podcast, Huck L. Berry engages with Dr. Rissman, a professor of men's and integrative health, to explore the multifaceted issues surrounding men's health, community, and emotional well-being. They discuss the importance of validation, the role of mentorship, generational differences in mental health, and the impact of loneliness. The conversation emphasizes the need for connection, the influence of fathers, and the significance of vulnerability in relationships. Dr. Rissman shares insights on the trends in men's health, the effects of environmental factors, and the importance of community engagement in addressing these challenges. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, Flea and Shredder talk with Mater, AOQ - The Reserve, Midlands, UK about his introduction to F3, his favourite and disliked exercises, chocolate bars and overnight marathons. They also discuss the impact of F3 on personal growth, community building, and fitness. Mater shares his journey into F3, highlighting the social and physical benefits he's experienced. The conversation touches on the importance of camaraderie, the challenges of digital overload, and the joy of outdoor workouts. They also explore the potential for expanding F3's reach in urban areas and the unique culture within the F3 community. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Brett Shepard (Bedpan) joins Bones to discuss his journey from the jungles of Columbia to unlocking his highest potential. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of the High Impact Man Podcast, hosts Nevin Gorky (Defib) and Troy Klinger (Dial Up) welcome BMX, also known as Blake Blackwell. The conversation covers BMX's journey to F3, his athletic background, experiences with injuries, and the importance of community and leadership within F3. BMX shares insights on personal growth, fitness challenges, and the significance of supporting one another in the journey of life. The episode emphasizes the message of 'no man left behind' and the value of connection among men. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Summary: When men stop waiting to be told what to do, everything changes. In this episode of The Whetstone, Dredd and The Plague dive into what kills most organizations, the C3 (Bureaucratic) culture and how to replace it with an I2 (Individual Initiative) culture. They unpack the TEAM model (Trust, Equipping, Accountability, Mission) and explain how agency, immediate feedback, and clear standards turn followers into leaders. Whether you lead a family, a team, or a company, this conversation will challenge you to own your outcomes and stop waiting for meteorologist Jim to make the call. ✅ What You’ll Learn ✅ How “agency” and “accountability” separate leaders from bullfrogs✅ Why waiting for permission kills momentum and morale✅ How to build trust through immediate feedback — without emotion or delay✅ The difference between C3 (control) and I2 (initiative) cultures✅ How to use the TEAM model (Trust, Equip, Account, Mission) to develop leaders✅ Why standards must replace slogans and values statements✅ How to cut through the “fog of work” and lead with clarity✅ Why good carpenters never blame their tools — and what that means for you 💬 Key Sound Bites “You can’t build leaders by waiting for headquarters to tell you what to do.” — Dredd “Agency means owning the decision and the consequence.” — The Plague “If you need a sign in the break room to say ‘clean your cup,’ you’ve already lost the culture.” — Dredd “Managers give reviews; leaders give feedback in real time.” — Dredd “Only a bad carpenter blames his tools.” — Dredd “Trust is built when your deeds match your words — consistently.” — The Plague ⏱️ Timestamps 00:00 – Opening banter + F3 sock story 🧦04:00 – New leadership role + mission clarity challenges08:00 – Meteorologist Jim and the danger of waiting for permission11:30 – Agency vs abdication: who owns the decision?17:00 – Trust and immediate feedback as leadership currency23:40 – From C3 to I2 cultures — how teams lose initiative27:30 – Modeling behavior > mandating rules (the dish example)32:00 – TEAM model explained: Trust, Equip, Account, Mission39:30 – Setting standards vs slogans (“values aren’t metrics”)45:00 – Accountability and the Black Tahoe principle (can’t vs won’t)50:00 – Prioritizing mission over distraction (“Secret Santa isn’t strategy”)54:00 – Clarity in purpose: profit, patient care, and fog of work60:00 – Good Carpenters Don’t Blame Their Tools — crafting excellence Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this conversation, the speakers delve into the essential qualities of manhood, emphasizing the importance of honor, courage, skill, and allegiance. They discuss how these traits are interconnected and how they can be developed through community and shared experiences. The conversation highlights the challenges men face in modern society, including loneliness and the need for strong male friendships. The speakers advocate for building a tribe of supportive men to foster personal growth and resilience. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Tim Tilton (Webelos) joins Bones and Forge to discuss how Scouting America helps 2.0s develop leadership skills. Learn how F3 men can be community leaders for the next generation. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

💼 Summary Every man wants to lead with purpose but few realize that influence is earned through investment. In this episode of The Whetstone, Dredd, Dark Helmet, and The Plague unpack how the Minivan Centurion lives out his mission through daily discipline, consistency, and presence. They reveal how the modern Centurion earns influence not by power or platform, but through the slow, deliberate investment of time, energy, and attention in faith, family, and brotherhood. This is leadership forged in the mundane the formula for legacy in a world that’s forgotten what endurance looks like. Highlights: ✅ Why investment = influence in every area of leadership and manhood✅ The 3 currencies of influence: Time, Energy, and Attention✅ How to lead your family, team, and community through presence, not position ✅ Why emotional steadiness builds trust and authority✅ How small daily deposits compound into long-term legacy✅ The Centurion’s Code: mission before mood, discipline before desire✅ Why real leadership begins at home — in the minivan, not the boardroom Sound Bites “You can’t outsource presence and expect to keep influence.” — Dark Helmet “The Minivan Centurion earns influence not through control, but through investment.” — The Plague “If you can’t lead in your home, you can’t lead in your community.” — Dredd “Show me where your time, energy, and attention go — and I’ll show you your legacy.” — Dark Helmet “A Centurion doesn’t demand respect; he deposits it.” — Dredd Timestamps 00:00 – Opening: F3 Accelerate Campaign & generosity in motion04:30 – The Minivan Centurion: how presence creates influence12:30 – The problem with comfort: why ease erodes impact18:00 – Leadership math: investment = influence25:00 – The currencies of leadership: time, energy, attention33:00 – Mission before mood: discipline as the foundation of legacy39:00 – Leading from the home front: the domestic battlefield46:00 – Faith, virtue, and the Centurion’s code of consistency53:00 – The compound effect: small deposits that build trust57:30 – Final reflections: build legacy through daily investment Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, the hosts Flea and Shredder discuss with Toffee, AOQ at The Stocks, Leeds in our F3 UK West Yorkshire region about the transformative power of F3, a community-driven fitness initiative for men. They explore personal fitness journeys, the role of music in workouts, and the importance of mental health discussions. The conversation highlights leadership lessons learned through experiences in F3, the significance of community engagement, and the challenges of pioneering new sites. The episode concludes with reflections on recent events and the impact of F3 on personal growth and development. Sound Bites "F3 promotes community and support among men." "Music can enhance workout motivation and energy." "Engaging the community is key to expanding F3." #f3nation #f3uk Chapters 00:00 Introduction to the Hosts and Guest 00:50 Favorite and Least Favorite Exercises 05:09 The Role of Music in Workouts 08:34 Toffee's Journey to F3 17:22 The Impact of F3 on Personal Transformation 26:07 The Significance of Football in Life 30:28 Journey to Leadership: From Pax to Site Leader 33:52 Setting Up for Success: The Launch of The Stocks 36:50 Learning from Failure: Leadership Lessons 43:24 The Impact of Reflection: Growth Through Experience 51:11 Engaging the Community: Effective Outreach Strategies 55:55 Community Engagement and Outreach Strategies 59:12 The Importance of Meaningful Conversations 01:02:23 Experiencing Fellowship Through Events 01:08:38 Overcoming Adversity Together 01:12:48 Personal Reflections and Life Lessons Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Austin Gros (Flash) joins Bones and Forge to discuss his love of Ultra Marathoning and conquering the Barkley 50K. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of the High Impact Man podcast, hosts Defib and Dial Up welcome Don Ross, also known as Buffalo to his F3 friends, to discuss his journey of masculinity, faith, and the importance of vulnerability among men. Don shares his experiences with addiction, the significance of male friendships, and the challenges of creating effective men's ministries. He emphasizes the need for men to connect authentically and the characteristics that define true manhood, including strength, courage, skill, honor, and allegiance. In this conversation, Don Ross discusses the evolving understanding of masculinity, emphasizing the need for clarity in defining what it means to be a man. He outlines five essential traits of manhood: strength, courage, skill, honor, and allegiance, and explores how these traits can be developed. The discussion also touches on cultural shifts affecting masculinity, the importance of physical strength, and the challenges of raising boys in today's society. Ross advocates for the role of community and tribes in fostering strong masculinity and encourages men to reflect on their ultimate allegiance in life. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

🎯Summary: When the world pulls to the extremes, strong men stand firm in the middle. In this episode, Dredd, Dark Helmet, and The Plague unpack what it means to Hold the Middle , to live with conviction without becoming a zealot, to stay anchored when culture swings, and to lead with both courage and grace. They dig deep into Collision Learning concepts, Q Source principles, and the radical notions that shaped both our faith and our freedom. ✅ Highlights: ✅ How to build conviction without becoming an ideologue✅ Why Andism (“you and I can disagree”) beats Orism (“my way or nothing”)✅ The two radical notions every Centurion must defend✅ How fathers shape future citizens and preserve freedom✅ What happens when men disengage from mission and meaning✅ Why charity and grace are the missing disciplines in modern leadership 💬 Sound Bites “The middle is the common ground of essentials — it’s where men stand when everyone else runs to the edges.” “Factionalism is sin — it’s pride disguised as purity.” “Don’t fight the pendulum — climb the arm to the anchor.” “When men withdraw, the middle cannot hold.” “Your family is the training ground of citizenship.” “If what you’re doing doesn’t make you a better husband and father, it’s a waste of time.” ⏱️ Timestamps 00:00 – Intro | The World Pulls Apart03:45 – Why “Holding the Middle” Matters08:50 – The Radical Notions: Faith & Freedom14:20 – Andism vs. Orism: How Men Lose Balance20:30 – The Centurion Mindset and Civic Courage27:15 – When Men Disengage from the Mission33:10 – Don’t Fight the Pendulum — Climb to the Anchor38:45 – The Cost of Complacency and “Fat-Ted” Leadership45:00 – Raising Sons and Citizens in a Fractured Culture51:00 – The Family as the Training Ground for Leadership58:00 – Charity, Civility, and the Role of Grace1:04:20 – Final Challenge: Stand Firm and Hold the Middle Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

ORDER YOUR COPY of The ChairLeader here - https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0FRBFZKKN?... In this episode of the Circle of Trust podcast, Huck L. Berry discusses the growth and impact of F3 Nation, highlighting community fundraising efforts and leadership lessons learned through personal experiences. The conversation features Chris Mallleo, who shares his journey of coaching a high school football team alongside Frankie, a young man with nonverbal cerebral palsy. Their story emphasizes the importance of friendship, leadership, and the distinction between success and significance. The episode also touches on the challenges of political discourse within the F3 community and the need for unity and support among members. Takeaways F3 is about leadership, accountability, and community impact. Fundraising efforts are crucial for sustaining F3's growth. Leadership can be learned through unique experiences. Community support is vital during times of tragedy. Frankie's story exemplifies resilience and courage. Success is not just about winning; it's about impact. The journey is more important than the destination. Political discourse should not divide the F3 community. Authenticity and integrity are key to effective leadership. Building relationships is essential for personal and community growth. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Bones and Forge discuss the importance of Protein, why Carbs aren't that important, and taking ownership of your Health. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, Defib and Dial Up welcome Firefly, a retired Navy captain and middle school teacher, who shares his journey from military service to education. He discusses his experiences in the Navy, including his time in flight school, electronic warfare, and international postings in Ecuador and Rome. Firefly also reflects on his transition to teaching, the challenges of classroom management, and the importance of mentorship. He concludes with a powerful message for men of America, emphasizing the values of justice, mercy, and humility as outlined in Micah 6:8. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

📘 SummaryEvery man wants to live with purpose, but few know how to define their mission. In this episode of The Whetstone, Dredd, Dark Helmet, and The Plague unpack what it really means to live on mission, not driven by emotion or circumstances, but by clarity and consistency.They revisit the story of Steve, the man in every organization who just gets it done—not to glorify him, but to reveal the model of missional living: a man who knows who he is, what he’s gifted to do, and why he’s doing it.You’ll walk away with a practical reflection model to help you clarify your gifts, live with purpose, and lead others with strength and steadiness. ✅ Highlights ✅ How to identify your personal mission without confusing it with your job or your passion ✅ The reflection framework based on five key leadership gifts (apostle, prophet, evangelist, shepherd, teacher) ✅ Why “Steve” isn’t special—he’s simply missional ✅ How to turn daily reflection into daily direction ✅ The difference between purpose and mission (and why most men get it backwards) ✅ Why contentment, not comfort, creates consistent leadership ✅ How to find joy that outlasts mood, circumstance, or emotion 💬 Key Soundbites “I am that somebody. While I am that somebody, I’ll make that decision.” “Mission isn’t what you do once—it’s what you define and return to daily.” “Your mission evolves, but your calling doesn’t.” “Joy is stainless steel of the soul.” “You can’t outsource reflection if you want to own your purpose.” ⏱️ Timestamps 00:00 – Fire Ants & F3 Socks 03:00 – What Steve Really Represents 08:15 – Why Most Men Confuse Purpose with Mission 14:30 – The Daily Reflection Practice: Five Leadership Gifts 22:40 – The Difference Between Calling and Circumstance 29:10 – Mission as a Source of Stability in Chaos 35:30 – Why Feelings Can’t Drive Leadership 41:50 – Contentment vs. Happiness: Emotional Consistency 48:00 – Joy, Virtue, and the Stainless-Steel Soul 54:30 – Defining Your Mission for the Week Ahead Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of 'In Cadence,' Gust shares his journey through recovery and how joining F3 has transformed his life. He discusses the importance of consistency, community, and faith in overcoming personal challenges and finding purpose. "Consistency is key to personal growth." "Community support is vital in recovery." "Faith has been my cornerstone." "Joining F3 changed my life." "Start your day with a positive routine." "Sobriety is a daily challenge and reward." "We all have a 'God-shaped hole.'" "Fellowship is crucial in recovery." "Fitness and community transform lives." "Balance is essential in life." Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Anticipation 04:40 Embodiment and Exercise Preferences 06:24 The Role of Music in Workouts 07:20 Journey to F3 and Recovery Story 10:11 The Impact of F3 on Personal Growth 12:45 Faith and Connection in F3 15:28 Building Community and Brotherhood 17:56 Reflections on Addiction and Recovery 20:15 The Importance of Fellowship 22:56 Conclusion and Future Aspirations 25:42 Exploring the Circuit: A Home for Fitness 29:13 Morning Routines and the Impact of F3 34:58 Consistency Over Acceleration: Navigating Winter Workouts 38:36 Motorbikes and Superpowers: A Lighthearted Discussion 44:51 The Power of Connection 47:19 Embracing the Elderly 49:07 Attraction Over Promotion 52:12 The Journey of Growth 53:17 Iron Packs Challenge 55:56 Experiences in America 58:23 Welcoming New Members 01:01:47 Final Thoughts and Reflections 01:05:00 Outro Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices