The GLUE-OOM

We've interviewed over 45 F3Omaha leaders and asked them all for advice that they'd give to an FNG or our PAX when encountering a new guy. This episode is packed full of practical insights on how we can better engage with FNGs. Give it a listen in preparation for FNG season (aka now).

Pony & Plague interview F3Omaha's HIM, Huffy. This man started the Brickyard AO and added his personal touch by customizing over 100 coupons for PAX members. We discuss his journey through F3 including his transformation from cyclist to runner, breaking through the sifter, and leading other men to impact the community. Huffy has been instrumental in our regional growth and brings his unique perspe...

The Plague caught up with our man Roadhouse this past week to discuss his F3 journey. Roadhouse is the founding Site-Q for The Trident, led the Shawshank CSAUP and has impacted many men in our community through his leadership. We talk about being weird, vulnerable and present. Roadhouse shares his perspective on regular reflection through Vision Quests as well as helping people identify their stre...

Pony and The Plague sit down with our brother Wide Right, founder of the Messhall. This man has recently moved and gets vulnerable with how that has impacted life. We also discuss some of his favorite things about F3, including CoTs, the second F, and the brotherhood. We're super grateful for this HIM and can't wait to see him at the 4year anniversary!

We had a chance to interview the founder of F3, Dredd, and the current F3 nation president Dark Helmet. The focus of this episode is on the Minivan Centurion content that Dredd has recently published in the form of a book and podcast. We talked about the origin of the book and why he felt the need to write about these topics. We dive deep into radical notions, fat tedism, meteorologist Jim, COVID,...

The Plague catches up with our man Lemon Law who is a Redwood and F3Omaha's original Third F Q. Lemon Law shares how he got introduced to F3 and how his passion for service was fulfilled by being able to assist with Third F opportunities. He also shares an update on life in Kearney since he's moved and explains how important it is for men to have fellowship and accountability. We miss this HIM but...

Armbar & The Plague go on a running adventure through the Golden Spike neighborhood. We learn how Armbar applied some of his leadership skills to his wrestling players as well as his experience engaging with guys in F3. He shares his passion for Q-Source and the journey he went through launching Top Rope. We also get lost in the neighborhood...luckily found our way back before the beatdown started...

Pony & Plague interview current Titan Alley Site-Q, Lucky Charms. He's getting ready to hand off the shovel flag and add baby #2 to his family so we talked a lot about mental health and how men can prepare for The FLUX. He shares how becoming a Site-Q gave him confidence as a leader and how the PAX in Sarpy welcomed him into the role with open arms. Listen in to this HIM's impactful story!

Pony and Plague interview former Woodshed Site-Q, Honey Badger. We discuss CrossFit, chasing girls, what's it's like for a single guy in F3 and leadership. We also get some professional advice on men's mental health and learn about the impact groups can have on men. Tune in to hear this HIM's experience, strength and hope.

Plague interviews former Maize Site-Q, Sasquash, on this week's episode. We talk about the power of vulnerability and how significant life events strengthen us. Sasquash shares his thoughts on managing the Concentrica, time and the benefit of acceleration. We're grateful for this HIM and his leadership! Give it a listen to hear his story 👊

Pony and Plague interview former Berm Site-Q, mental health enthusiast, and retreat director Birdman on this week's episode. We go deep into the realms of faith, the meaning of Birdman's name and he explains where his passion for mental health comes from. This high impact man does not hesitate to share his story and knows the impact each man's story can have when shared with vulnerability and love...

Pony & Plague interview our man Knobs on this week's episode. We talk about the true origin of his nickname (hint: not door knobs), the impact of vulnerability, and how we can meet guys where they're at to improve engagement. Knobs also discusses his passion on filling quiet spaces and pumping up the group to create contagious energy that brings people back. Tune in to learn from this HIM's experi...

Pony & Plague interview F3Omaha's Thomas. This HIM was former Stie-Q at Wild Kingdom who encouraged many VQs, transitioned coffeteria to a local coffee shop and handed the flag over to Mufasa last year. Topics covered in this episode: - The power of a name - what's it like have a real name as your nickname? - Culture - why is F3's culture so conducive to growing leaders when compared to many corpo...

The Plague & Pony interview Two Step on this week's episode. We talk through his fitness journey from running the Boston Marathon to delivering savage beatdowns in F3. We also discuss his leadership as former Site-Q of Cornhusker Handicap and the process of transitioning into that role. Two Step opens up with some discussions about faith, the scientific method, advice for FNGs and even shares an a...

Pony and Plague discuss the past year of The GLUE-OOM podcast. We've done 34 episodes in 9 months and have learned a lot. We share some of our learnings from technical sound quality to the hearts of men who were willing to share. We also talk about where we think this podcast is going and future opportunities to improve. Tune in to reflect on this journey!

The Plague interviews Sparty, Big One, and Tater Tot to discuss the F3Omaha Foundation. Sparty fills us in on how he brought his initial dream and plan forward as well as how they planned the first Brick Builder Event in 2021. We also learn how this opportunity has helped accelerate the Third F in the F3 Omaha region as well as how others can get involved. These three HIM provide a lot of insight...

Pony & Plague interview a well-known F3Omaha HIM, HardHat on this week's episode. HardHat explains what he enjoys most about fitness challenges like IPC and the new AO Apex. He also discusses how he's strengthened his leadership through F3 and applied it to his work. HardHat shares how sharing goals with other PAX can improve accountability and gives insight into what guys can do to accelerate thi...

Pony & Plague interview F3Omaha's BetaMax on this week's episode. This man has had a tremendous impact on our community through his leadership as Site-Q at Heavy Metal, Queen's Service Challenges, and participation in many 2nd and 3rd F events. He shares his weight loss journey losing 85lbs and how F3 has helped him to become a better man. Tune in to hear this amazing story and how to be your own...

Pony & Plague interview our man Stella on this week's episode. We dive into what it means to be a silent leader and how simplicity, consistency over time produce outcomes. We also dive into some of the things that have kept Stella coming back to the gloom over the years. Tune in to hear this man's story.

Pony & Plague interview one of F3Omaha's finest HIM, Slow Pitch. This man formerly led Paradise Island and is now our F3Omaha Weasel Shaker. He has shared his story across our region as well as in the new Freed to Lead book. Slow Pitch has continued to impact men in the community and through this interview sheds light on how he's remained humble through it all. He talks about his struggle with alc...

Pony & The Plague interview F3Omaha former District Site-Q and all around HIM, Chiclets on this week's episode. Chiclets shares what it's like being a RESPECT PAX and some of the wisdom he's learned along the way. He's working on developing his 2nd & 3rd F and hopes to build more relationships with PAX across the region. We also answer the question on everyone's mind: How is Chiclets so fit for be...

Pony & Plague interview F3Omaha HIM, Grillz on this week's episode. Grillz started the Battlefield AO and has recently taken on some additional responsibilities in the Third F realm. He talks about acceleration and the continual journey of every man to achieve his best. He also shares some news on the upcoming Impact Retreat and a humbling story of identifying opportunities to accelerate. Listen i...

Pony interviewed The Plague in this self effacing parenthetical episode. The Plague started Paradise Island, The Pit and is the current First F Q of F3Omaha. The Plague gets a little emotional when reflecting on why F3 is so impactful to the men who wonder the gloom. Faith has been a big part of this man's journey and he explains why we need more of the ThirdF and developing PAX understanding of a...

The Plague and Pony Express interview F3 Omaha's Vandelay. This HIM has been in F3 for over 3 years and has helped lead our mothership AO, The Oracle over the past year. He recently handed off the reigns to Cheap Seats and talks us through his experience in selecting a new Site-Q as well as how F3 has grown his relationships with other men. His humility shines through in this interview and sets an...

Pony & Plague interview an F3Omaha HIM, FDIC. Former Site-Q at RedWings and actively picking up the six every time he posts, FDIC shares his experience in F3. We talk through discipleship and building relationships with men across the region. He shares some powerful insight on how to impact men where they're at by staying focused and intentional in your interactions. Tune in to learn from this HIM...