Operation: Dad: Recent Episodes
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A mental toughness podcast for fathers and families that want to grow in self disciplines and change future generations for the better!
PHEW! Episode 100... This week the dads recap the journey to get to 100 episodes as well as chat about life, church conference conversations and the importance of taking away meaningful applications from speakers, books, and more!
Thank you so much for the continued support of OPD & here's to another 100 episodes.
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This week the Three Dads are back and chat life, busy schedules, and have the great debate about travel sports!!
What's your opinion on the state of travel sports!
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This week Vince and Colton chat about busy times in life when work, projects, and life all catch up at once. How we remain present and make the most of the times when life feels way to packed! Maybe you can relate..
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Adam and Vince jump in the studio today while Colton is away on a little Spring Break Trip with the family... Enjoy this episode, we hope it causes thought and action around serving and helping others!
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This week the dads jump into the new and improved studio to chat this episode! Join us on YouTube now for video!! We are looking to improve the pod and the inspiration and influence we bring to dads! #RememberYourWhy
This episode Adam and Vince get after it while Colton is away on a hunting trip! They recap Adam's Hyrox event and chat about all the things going on in the world of fatherhood!
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This week Vince and Colton talk the in and outs of competition, the pros and cons of it, and get into a deep conversation about what drives and motivates us. Colton dives into a harsh reality and gets honest about his struggle and plants the seed of a little dad competition.
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This week the dads chat all kinds of stuff from chaperoning a student ministry trip, to life to things on the horizon, and how we manage to juggle it all!
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This week the dads dive into the process of how they raise their kids around their faith, the conversations, the transparency, and the continuous prayer over each member of their household!
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This week the dads dive into what it was like in their minds, life, and home when you first become a dad! Hopefully this episode take you back and allows to think about how much life changes for the BETTER when you first became a dad!
This episode the dads reflect and chat about what it was like becoming a dad for the first time, the highs, the lows, the stories, and the humor that all goes into the biggest life change we have ever experienced!
Enjoy the show & Remember Your Why!
WHATS UP OPD CREW!!! OPERATION DAD IS BACK AFTER A SHORT HIATUS & WE ARE EXCITED TO BRING MORE MOTIVATION, INSPIRATION, REAL STORIES, AND INSIGHTS!! REMEMBER YOUR WHY!!
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The dads are deep in a season of green lights which we talk about on this week's quick hitting episode! When life gets crazy as it does, it's important to know what lights have to turn green and what moving pieces you have to stop or slow down. Thank you for the support and hope you find this episode impactful! #RememberYourWhy
This week the FULL crew is back talking the season of life and everything that encompasses that! Be a bro & share the show!
Another Duo Dads Episode this week, Vince and Colton talk the struggles of parenting, the season of sickness in the house, and overcoming obstacles with patience and grace.
This week Adam, Vince, and Colton show up to chat fatherhood, family, and life coming off of the first Friday night of the football season sleep and mental capacity were at a minimum! Thanks for the listen!
This week the dads sit down with special guest Trey Kats World Champion Gymnast and Elite Level Coach boasting all of the accolades and accomplishments through the conversation we hear the struggles in his life, the adversity, and the seasons he has overcome leading to the greatest accomplishment and best title to him which is that of husband, father, and coach! We hope you enjoy the show and huge thanks to Trey for a great conversation!
This week dads dive into another great discussion on kids growing up some leaving the house and some headed to school for the first time. They chat the challenges, the emotions, and the joys around each season! Enjoy the Show!
Two part episode as Dads are in and out of the studio!!! We chat the start of school, new seasons and routines, as well as big changes in some households!
Thanks for the listen and always #RememberYourWhy
Pardon the quality on the road but enjoy this bonus episode as the dads come back from an awesome day at 1P with the MHS athletes!
All the DADS are back this week and bring the heat... Enjoy the chat!
Thanks for the support!
Colton and Vince are back to chat creating opportunity, the ability to change direction, and chat life! Enjoy the show & as always #RememberYourWhy
A busy summer for the dads so we are back with a duo dad episode-- Colton and Vince chat it up this episode! Thanks for listening!
This week Adam and Vince chat while Colton is out of town, they chat life, travel, and finding rhythms. The struggles in keeping them and how to get them back! Stick around for more Dad Chat! Thanks for the Support!
This week the dads jump on the pod and chat about the Austin and John from 1P coming down and talking to local high school athletes, checking out the home gym, and grabbing lunch. We share some of the quick hitters and wisdom gained from time with them and share the importance of surrounding yourself with great people. Dads chat upcoming events and plans!
Thanks for the support, enjoy the show and always #RememberYourWHY
Back to Back Duo Dad Pods as Adam is out this week, Colton and Vince chat family, life, work, kids, the heat, where Vince is on program and more!
Thanks for the support! #RememberYourWhy
This week Colton is away at a conference so Adam and Vince hold it down in studio and chat life, family, and fatherhood! Thanks for the listen!
This week the dads chat summer routine and disciplines to maintain in all seasons, why we prioritize them and why it's vital we live out what we teach to those we influence! We dive into chapter 3 of the book of James and give thoughts on the words we speak, the power of them and the power of Godly wisdom!
Thanks for the listen! #RememberYourWhy
This week the dads continue chatting about the standard, time spent in visualization and the impact that has on decision making and how we operate. Colton drops a BIG IDEA on the Dads and chat what it looks like to have impact locally and globally!
Thank you for the support! #RememberYourWhy
Squeezing it in Pod this Week, Vince joins Colton and Adam about half way in as they chat life, a new summer program happening in their community, and the principles it instills not only for students but for all ages and seasons of life!
Join the dads as they hit the road to join the Memorial Day Open Lift & Murph at 1st Phorm HQ
This week we recap a full week of graduation celebrations and events, how we manage all those emotions and preparing our kids for that next chapter of life! We then dive into week 2 of our James study and dive into James Chapter 2!
This week the dads chat life and then dive into the first chapter of the book of James, we talk what stands out in this chapter for our relationship with Christ and how it affects the way we parent, lead, and strive to grow closer to our Creator each day!
PS- we got a new computer so no more delays on episode releases!! Thanks for the support!
See you at the Memorial Day Murphy 7am at Mattoon High School!
We continue the dad chat from last week talking life, family, faith, and the multiple topics sitting down and talking takes us! Enjoy this weeks convo, we will be back Monday with a new episode diving into some Dad's Bible Study!
This week's the dads dive into life, book reviews, and just talk life. We hope you guys enjoy this episode as we dive into faith, fitness, and family life!
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Last week of the stories series for the dads, this week we dive into Colton's Story looking at high school and college. Lessons learned and the path that led to moving away and coming back home to start a new journey!
Thanks to all our new listeners and those that have been with us from the start, we dive back into Vince's Story, a story of overcoming, growing, and pursuing more. Enjoy the lessons learned and path taken in this conversation!
This week Colton and Vince sit down for a dad chat, they chat 75 Hard, managing busy schedules, and how we get our kids to get comfortable doing things outside of there comfort zone!
Enjoy the chat and always REMEMBER YOUR WHY!!
This week the dads dive into an amazing story of God's provision and working in the stillness, then pass it over to Adam to hear about his story of struggle, triumphs, trials, and finding a new purpose in each season! We are incredibly grateful for the support and community that OPD has!
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This week we sit down and talk about not just running 75 Hard again, but what we want to accomplish through it. The importance of visualizing and thinking about what you want the outcome of anything we do to be. If we say it, see it, and act on it. We can begin to take the actions to make our thoughts reality!
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This week the dads chat about the first week of 75 Hard & dive into the topic of being authentic. Anything real can't be threatened. The power of being yourself and radical self-confidence!
Thanks for the support, share the show, & always #RememberYourWhy
Colton sits down on this bonus pod with an old friend Badger Asher to chat life, faith, family, and pursuit of more time. Badger has built an amazing life for himself and his family with the WHY remaining at the forefront of each decision. We chat about the journey to get there, the disciplines, and the struggles along the way. We hope you enjoy this conversation and look forward to Episode 62 dropping MONDAY!
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We are back home from the Arnold and incredibly grateful and humbled by the support and to meet and talk to other dads on the SAME MISSION, to inspire and lead! This week we chat about the wins, losses, and the in between as well as set the stage for the next round of 75 Hard which is what got this all started. Be sure to share the show and join the Facebook group as we kick off Dads Do 75 Hard Round 2 on Monday March 10th.
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We sat down with Liam (@the_plant_slant) at the OPD Booth at the Arnold Expo, we had a quick hitting convo about family life, balance, and the impact educating and understanding nutrition can have not only for you but for your family! Be sure to check Liam out for more great content!
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This week the dads are chatting the value of a clear vision, taking a leap, and the balance it takes to grow! We look forward to our first LIVE podcasting event this weekend at the Arnold! Stay tuned for Episode 60 & beyond!
Get to know the Arnold Sports Fest Crew before the event 2/28-3/2, this week we sat down with Guest Dad Curtis Barker talked about his transformation and the community that it takes to support and encourage consistent growth and development!
Great conversation this episode with guest dad Mike Newhart, we talk entrepreneurship, living a life of freedom through discipline, and what it looks like to have lasting impact as a father for you children today and in the long run.
Appreciate the listen! Share the show & always Remember your Why!
The dads chat it up together this week, touching on array of things, the conversation finds itself leading to the pros and cons of student athletes. What that teaches and what it ultimately can create negatively and positively. We are fired up for episode 57 next week as we invite back some guest so be sure to check that out next week!
Thanks again for the support! Share the show!
Bear with us a bit we are trying to figure out the new studio and equipment so we get a little rowdy at the start noise wise, but what can we say, we are just excited! This episode we take a turn chat legacy, leaving something tangible behind for next generations. We talk on college and decisions we are preparing our kids to make at such a young age... Enjoy the chat!
The Dads are all back together again, this week the three of us sit down in the new studio, talking dad shop, staying motivated, and the importance of community & where to find it!
This week Vince and Adam chat it up about new beginnings, a new year, a new studio, new plans. Through all the new we chat the importance of maintaining discipline and the impact of raising up our children to pursue passions, goodness, and be strong leaders!
The dads kick off 2025 with a new episode chatting the foundations for 2025, building on solid habits, and what we hope to accomplish within our families in the new year!
The dads chat about 2025 and the growth inside of 2024, thank you for a great first year of the podcast! This episode the dads share their words for the year and a look ahead to what will be accomplished in the 2025! Happy New Year everyone!
This episode the dads begin the talks of planning of the New Year, we love the planning and the newness of a single date on the calendar. We look ahead, chat fatherhood, and our goals for 2025, next week we will share our words for the new year!
This week the dads chat about the Christmas season and all the joy and chaos that comes with this season for families as well as a new journey for Adam as he enters into the season of travel sports and kids busy schedules!
The dads have almost hit the year mark of the podcast and we wrap up the 12 Discipines of Fatherhood series! Book is coming out soon!! Thanks for all the support!
The dads chat the first week of the final phase of the LiveHard Program throwing it back to our roots of Dads Do 75 Hard! Have a Happy Thanksgiving!!!
This week the dads are all together chatting one of the final chapters for the new book coming out this winter-- 12 Disciplines of Fatherhood...
We dive into another discipline of fatherhood from the new book! Adam talks Love, the importance, meaning, and how we love better!
Adam and Colton grabbed the mic for a quick peek at what Phase 3 will hold starting for the dads on November 17th
Bonus Episode- while we reschedule recording schedule, enjoy this previous recording from Colton with Max Effort Mafia CEO Cory Gregory, we talk about legacy, drive, and chasing BIG goals!
New recording location this week as we are out of studio, thanks for sticking with us as sound quality gets a little funky at the end... BUT question this week, who are leaders you look to in your life and what qualities do you want to imulate?
This week we dive into a different type of word, playful! We talk about how this is a discipline of fatherhood an important one to play with our kids, and engage with them and get on their level as they grow and mature. An interesting topic and look into our roles as fathers as role models for our families!
The dads dive in this week to confidence- the positive side of the discipline and the negatives sides that can associated with confidence and how to overcome it! Enjoy!
Another weekly recap and Adam dives into Leadership chapter from the new book coming soon! (Editing process currently) Enjoy this weeks episode and hope that it encourages you to think more about the people in your life that look to you as a leader!
Another chapter from the new book 12 Disciplines for Fatherhood, Vince and Colton got after it this episode chatting work ethic, how to build it, the importance of it, and the benefits when you do the work!
The dads are back for another Monday breaking down the next chapter in the new book. Operation: Dad - 12 Disciplines for Fatherhood. Enjoy this episode and stay after it!
This week the dads celebrate Colton hitting that 30 mark! They dive into the chapter from the new book dropping later this year- Operation: Dad 12 Disciplines for Fatherhood, specifically the chapter on integrity! Enjoy!
This week we dive into one of Vince's chapters from the new book coming later this year: Operation Dad- 12 Disciplines for Fatherhood. Vince shares his story of self-control, overcoming mistakes, and learning to live with choices from the past in the present. Thanks for the support and always #RememberyourWhy
This week we dive into one of the chapters of our first book dropping this fall- Operation: Dad 12 Disciplines for Fatherhood. Enjoy the chat and the overview!
The dads are back with Monday releases of the pod... join us as we kickoff a busy fall meaning studio time is... 5AM. We chat balance in the busy seasons, priorities and time management with family life! ENJOY!
This week the dads kickoff football season with Colton starting coaching season, and Adam & Vince officiating season starting! We decided to use this week to share the story of Pastor George Odero, a Kenyan Pastor with an amazing story of redemption and faithfulness. This story was recorded a few years ago and is the same Pastor that Adam ministered alongside in his trip to Africa this summer! Enjoy, we hope this inspires and encourages you today! #RememberyourWhy
This week Adam is back and we dive into an amazing trip he had on mission in Kenya, enjoy the chat, the insight, and the stories as well look into what life, faith and fatherhood look like in Kenya.
This episode we chat upcoming vacation for Colton, talk about the missing Dad Adam who is still away on mission in Kenya and then get into some of your questions about uncomfortable moments & the joys and stress of running your own business. This was a fun one for us! Appreciate the support! #RememberYourWhy
This week Adam is international serving in Kenya! Insert Colton annd Vince recapping an amazing weekend, we get talking about the sacrifice of time in order to chase goals and how that can operate and include family. Enjoy this recap episode and again thank you for the support! Be sure to check out our new Remember your Why merch available through our links on our socials!
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This week the dads invite Adam's wife Kelsey in to chat lifestyle changes and a commitment to herself in completing 105 Days straight of the #LiveHard program. We talk the impact it has had on their marriage, family, and friends! Enjoy the convo! Join us in praying for Adam & Kelsey as they depart for a missions trip in Africa this week!
This week Adam and Colton chat it up while Vince is away on work, the dads talk Adam's new opportunity, the growth that comes from stepping outside of comfort, and how do we put action to the words we say!
The dads take a deep dive into the topic of failing, discuss and cut it up for another great pod! We hope you all have a great 4th of July celebrating the freedoms we all share!
Thanks for the support!
This week the dads dive into life recently, talk shop on the dad front, and give some insight into starting businesses, and preview the journey we are all going to go on together as we build Operation: Dad from the ground up!
One of our favorite episodes to date, this week we celebrate the quarter of the way to 100 episodes. The dads chat about raising children up in the way they should go. Share some of our favorite scriptures when looking at the responsibility of fatherhood and start talking shop about the things we have coming down the pipeline this summer!
This week we finally realized how BUSY we are all as dads! Found a small window to jump on and chat about life, fatherhood, maintaining balance, and more. Thanks for sticking with us! HAPPY FATHERS DAY. Remember your why!
This week the dads talk getting back to the program... dive into mindset, being busy, and focusing in on getting started no matter where you are currently at in pursuing your goals. Join us as we take the next 30 days to get better!
This week we prep for Phase 2 and talk over some good dad talk getting into how the younger generations thinks, coaching techinques, and just working on building more daily habits and discipline.
This week the dads sit down and chat some rapid fire questions looking into deeper questions pertaining to fatherhood and being men of high character, integrity, and purpose!
This week the dads talk about developing consistency through small victories. Sustaining habits build on one another! Where can you find ways to have more consistency in your daily life each day!
This week the dads dive into your questions as we await the start of Phase 2 on June 1st we took this week to answer some of the questions we have gotten regarding the pod, the program, and life in general! Enjoy and Thanks for the support!
The dads celebratory pod, with the conclusion of Phase 1 of the Live Hard challenge we talk things learned, new tools in the bag, and what the next month will look like as we prepare for Phase 2. Join us this upcoming month as we answer your questions and dive into more topics on fatherhood and marriage!
The dads break down what they are grateful for and discuss the question for the week what things are you modeling your life that positively impacts your family, and what do you want to begin intentionally modeling. Thanks for all the support and to all our great listeners, remembering their why!
A tough word today in self-love and what that means a husbands, fathers, and men who lead in general. Opened up some great discussion around our mission and what it means to lead with love, not only with ourselves but how we operate with those around us. Redefining how the world "loves". Thanks for listening and appreciate the support as we make the switch to Operation: Dad
Little bonus pod today with Vince's mom in town, it was great to hear how Vince's transformation and the impact this program has affected his family both near and far. As dads we sometimes don't hear or realize the impact our choices make on those around us, for the better or for the worse!
This week we dive into the progress of Phase 1 & the importance of looking yourself in the mirror, being honest with where you need to grow. In the same vein, seeking the positive in times of despair and struggle.
The dads dive into the start of Phase 1 this week as well as define and dissect the word kindness, what does it mean to practice kindness and how does it impact our families! Thanks for listening, please subscribe and share the show!! Lets continue to be the dad our family needs!
This week the dads dive into Colton's story the youngest dad of the bunch with a crazy story of looking for opportunity and saying yes to the unknown!
Thanks for the support, keep getting after it!
This week the dads jump into Vince's Story a story of transition, dark seasons, but ultimately the joy and purpose found in developing who are and who you are called to be! A testament to remembering your why and living it!
This week the dad's look at Adam's journey from growing up in a divorced home to breaking that cycle in his own family and dive into adjusting to civilian life post active duty military! Follow @DadsDo75Hard on social media, we appreciate each and every download! Get After It!
The dads are back in home in the studio and dive into the skill of perseverance, pursuing goals, and balancing life. Next week we start our get to know the Dads series looking into Adam's journey!
The dads are out of town at the Arnold for the annual #DadsDo75Hard Trip... tonight they are joined by fellow dad Cody Brundridge and the little brother of the trip Blake Schumann! Enjoy, and please rate and share the show!!
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The dads return this week with only 2 days left of #75Hard and diving into Arnold Classic Prep... fired up to get a little dads trip in if you can't tell! This week we challenge listeners to look for an area in their life that they can level up in, dive into determination, and smoke a couple book reviews!! Thanks for the support be sure to subscribe and share the show!
This weeks episode the dads breakdown current podcasts they are listening, to cut it up about an upcoming trip, and breakdown their definition of discipline.
On this weeks breakdown the dads dive into self-esteem, how to build it, learn and grow around all of the power list items. They talk leaving a legacy and dive into some interesting mental toughness tools from current reads!
The dads dive into insights this week call out a certain group of dads and their problem with the "norm", then tackle the definition of self-belief and explore their top 3 defining moments.
Thank you for the support and shoutout to Dad Life Co. for the swag! Be sure to check them out!
On todays episode the dads dive deep into last weeks question what's your biggest regret in life and what did you learn from it, this took the pod to a real place of emotion and heart felt answers. Thank you for listening stay after and let's all continue to grow to be the best US!
Week 3 and the dads are back! Still at it... This week we explore the hardest days of the challenge, talk increasing personal value, and review some of the books we have finished so far! Remember Personal Excellence is the ULTIMATE REBELLION.
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The second episode of Dads Do 75 Hard, the dads dive into insights from this week, discuss the mindset around their daily purpose statements. Overview of the #75Hard Program & define GRIT! Another epic episode diving into life, balance, and motivation. #GetAfterIt
On the kickoff episode Colton, Vince, and Adam chat prior experience with 75 Hard. The benefits, the challenges, and the in between of juggling personal excellence in the work place, home life, families, and beyond!
Week 2 of #75Hard as a couple- listen in as Ramie and Colton share what the first two weeks of the challenge has been like. They touch on books, tips, workouts, and the mental aspect of this challenge.
This was an amazing conversation to kick off season 2 of the LCP, we sat down with Jeremy Yost, a local entrepreneur to talk his diet, lifestyle, and the lions in his life that he is currently chasing. Some great knowledge bombs and information in this one! Be sure to check out Jeremy on IG and see more of his journey!
Listen along as we attack #75Hard the mental toughness challenge created by Andy Frisella. What makes this different from other 75hard recaps or overviews are we are doing this as a couple and inviting other couples to join us or just follow along for the tips, tricks, benefits, and of course the struggles along the way. New Episode will drop each Wednesday from July 20 to the End of September. Enjoy!
It was awesome to get to sit down and have the table flipped as Vinnie Walk and the Coles County Connections Podcast interviewed us about Colton's background, the power of internships, and opening his own gym at 25.
This episode we chat with Lion Chaser Gunnar Edwards owner of Rally Point Fitness in Tuscola, IL. We chat about overcoming obstacles in starting a business, his adjustment back to civilian life after proudly serving our country! He gives practical application and advice to veterans and speaks on his mission to help impact and serve veterans in and around Central Illinois. Be sure to check out all the things going on at Rally Point this Summer!
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This month on the Lion Chasers Podcast we sit down with Max Effort Muscles Graphic Gangster to chat about mindset, work ethic, and making a way. Be sure to check out all that Cole has going on and all of his insane graphics over at Max Effort Muscle.
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An amazing story of redemption and grace, listen as Pastor George Odero shares his story from living the slums in Kenya to providing a sustainable farming system for his surrounding communities as a path to share the Gospel. Pastor George is a the definition of a Lion Chaser!
Listen to this months guest Adam Mock as he shares his story from serving overseas, adjusting to life at home, establishing disciplines, and raising a God loving family. Listen up this one is full of great content. Take it & Apply it.
This podcast was brought to you by Relentless Fitness- all new member dues in November will be donated to the local VFW.
We sit down with the embodiment of a Lion Chaser today, Cory Gregory, from coal miner to creating generational wealth. Breaking the norms of where he was raised to grow multiple major players within the fitness industry!
Lion Chaser Mike Newhart joins the show to discuss leveling up his family, business, and self! The principles and disciplines he instilled to go from an average life to inspiring and empowering men to be all they are called to be!