The Stronghold Podcast

🎧 Episode 036 – Healing | The Stronghold Podcast   Welcome back to The Stronghold Podcast , where we explore capability and truth . I'm your host, Dave Barton , and in this powerful solo episode, we dive into the heart of what it means to pursue healing —not just for the mind, body, and soul, but for the heart.  What started as a conversation with a friend turned into a deep exploration of i...

 🎧 Episode 035: Dragons | The Stronghold Podcast   In this eye-opening and imaginative episode of The Stronghold Podcast , host Dave Barton asks a wild but compelling question: What if dragons were real? And more provocatively— what if someone doesn’t want you to know that?   Triggered by a recent viral pop culture moment involving Joe Rogan and an offhand comment about “believing in dragons,” th...

  🎙️ Episode Title: Forged Leadership with Jay Downing | The Stronghold Podcast   🔥 Episode Summary  In this heart-centered and hilariously honest episode of The Stronghold Podcast , host Dave Barton sits down with Jay Downing—a husband, father, jiu-jitsu practitioner, aspiring t-shirt mogul, and humble leader forged through fire. From sharing mats at Guns and Gis to weekly accountability inside...

  🎙️ Episode Title: Meaning in Life with Dan Kent | The Stronghold Podcast   🔥 Episode Summary  In this episode of The Stronghold Podcast , host Dave Barton sits down with friend, author, theologian, and communicator Dan Kent to explore one of life’s most profound questions: What gives our lives meaning?   Dan, known for his work with Greg Boyd and ReKnew.org, brings deep insight into the tension...

  🎙️ Episode Title: It’s Not Me, It’s You | The Stronghold Podcast   Episode Summary:   Have you ever carried the weight of someone else’s anger, criticism, or judgment—only to realize later it wasn’t about you at all? In this episode of The Stronghold Podcast , host Dave Barton dives deep into the emotional and spiritual dynamics of projection , healing , and energetic boundaries .  We explore ho...

In episode 031 of The Stronghold Podcast I get to sit down and have a conversation with Travis Johnson. From professional baseball player, to law enforcement officer, to coaching on the sidelines, Travis has worn many hats in life. What defines him is a bold nature, warrior spirit, and consistent ability to recreate himself. Please enjoy episode 031 Wearing Many Hats with Travis Johnson. Love for...

In this episode of The Stronghold Podcast, Dave Barton explores the themes of awakening, self-discovery, and the importance of setting intentions for personal freedom. He emphasizes the need to confront past wounds to move forward and shares his journey of learning and growth through the 'University of You.' David discusses the significance of authenticity, followship, and surrounding on...

Welcome to The Stronghold Podcast, where we explore capability & truth. I’m your host Dave Barton and today in Episode 29: At What Cost? We’re going to dive deep into some “meaning of life” level stuff, that I’ve been working through, and still am.  How I show up, the life I want to live, the man I want to be  The Exchange of Life for Money  Orlog, Childhood, and the Soul's Path  Redefini...

 Welcome to The Stronghold Podcast, where we explore capability & truth. I’m your host Dave Barton and today in Episode 28: Art of the Conversation we’re diving into conversation.  Harness energy through conversation 4 Types of Common v. Uncommon conversation Art of the Conversation Energy of Truth Practice the art Send us Fan Mail Please follow The Stronghold Podcast on all major social media...

Welcome to The Stronghold Podcast, where we explore capability & truth. I’m your host Dave Barton and today in Episode 027, it’s a grab bag.  The concept of a 'grab bag' episode allows for diverse topics The podcast studio Current state of mind is full and confused Preparing for a significant shift in life Truth and authenticity on the podcast Exploring personal truths and societal n...

Welcome to The Stronghold Podcast where we explore capability & truth. I'm your host Dave Barton and today in episode 026 Strength to Serve, we are going to look at how to serve from a position of strength in order to serve our best. The Foundation of Strength Strength Without Serving is Weakness Learning to Receive Before Serving We Serve from the Overflow Strength in Service Challenges...

Hey Stronghold Crew, I want to welcome you to part 2 of a podcast I had with Jen Becker around Identity. In the prior episode, episode 024 we become familiar with Jen’s work around Identity.  Jen joined the Stronghold as my first guest back in episode 003 – Servant’s Heart , and if you’d like to catchup with her background, it is one of my favorites.  This episode uses an Identity exercise called...

Season 2 Episode 024 Identity welcomes Jen Becker back to The Stronghold. As the first 2x guest Jen is back as a subject matter expert on Identity. If you missed her in Episode 003 Servant's Heart, check it out on all podcast platforms or YouTube. Episode Topics: - Introduction of Identity Exchange - God Exalted and/or Relational Guide - The Unique Identity of a Child - Misplaced Identity Thr...

Welcome to The Stronghold Podcast, where we explore capability & truth. I’m your host Dave Barton and Ep 023 today is the season 1 finale.  Growth of the show Guests Solo Podcasts Lessons from my recent dry fast round 2 What's next in Season 2 Send us Fan Mail Please follow The Stronghold Podcast on all major social media for news and updates @strongholdpod As always my local non-profit i...

Welcome to The Stronghold Podcast, where we explore capability & truth. I’m your host Dave Barton and today we’re diving into SERVING and some lessons that have the power to change your perspective on purpose, fulfillment, and service.  Send us Fan Mail Please follow The Stronghold Podcast on all major social media for news and updates @strongholdpod As always my local non-profit is Legacy2Ins...

Welcome to The Stronghold Podcast where we explore capability & truth. In Episode 021 Battleplan, I talk with Russ Torgerson. A 31 year retired Coast Guard rescue swimmer and rescue pilot, Russ has continually move forward. Overcoming the void left after retiring from the military, he is a Jiu-Jitsu brown belt, husband, father, man of God, and WARRIOR! And entrepreneur in action! Enjoy his sto...

Welcome to The Stronghold Podcast, where we explore capability and truth. I’m your host, Dave Barton, and today, in Episode 020: Creating, I’m really excited to cover something that came up last episode. Creating, being creative, creating something. I’m excited because I think it offers a way to paths outside our earthly existence. Paths that will provide our souls and minds outlets, and paths tha...

Welcome to The Stronghold Podcast where we explore capability and truth. I'm your host Dave Barton, and in this episode I sit down with Zane Hall to discuss data, coffee, writing, and faith. Faith, Coffee, and Data Getting Started in Data 20 Years from Self to Team Impacting Toxic Culture Grace is the Bridge Between Love and Truth Path of an Author The Importance of Creators Check out Zane&ap...

Welcome to The Stronghold Podcast , where we explore capability and truth. I’m your host, Dave Barton, and today, in Episode 018: Forgiveness, I’m going to walk through some topics on forgiveness I’m wrestling with.  Mark Twain Corrosive Nature of Anger Self-Control A Path to Forgiveness Send us Fan Mail Please follow The Stronghold Podcast on all major social media for news and updates @stronghol...

Welcome to The Stronghold Podcast, where we explore capability and truth. I’m your host, Dave Barton, My guest today is Jeremiah Curran and he is the pastor of my church Westbridge Community Church. As a leader and speaker, Jeremiah has a unique approach that makes Christianity approachable and applicable. Are You Born a Pastor Determining a Church's Approach A Friend and a Job Being Faithful...

Welcome to The Stronghold Podcast , where we explore capability and truth. I’m your host, Dave Barton, and today, in Episode 016: Values , I’m going to walk through some lessons on Values that I’ve learned recently.  In exploring capability and truth, I believe that all humans beings hold inherent, beautiful, and limitless value. I also believe that alignment with their value, strengthens the huma...

Welcome to The Stronghold Podcast – where we explore capability and truth. In this guest Episode 015 Non Traditional Wisdom with Eli Burkman, I get a chance to sit down with my long time friend Eli Burkman. Eli is the Associate Pastor at my church, and a life accountability Brother. We both share a very non traditional path toward wisdom. Enjoy and thank you for listening! Becoming a Pastor Accoun...

Welcome to The Stronghold Podcast – where we explore capability and truth. In this solo Episode 014 Energy & Intentions, I cover a recap of 2024, new life lessons, and the podcast’s future. As you can by the length, I had a lot on my mind and felt moved to share with listeners. Enjoy! 2024 Recap: A Year of Growth and Preparation  Preparing My Being to Receive  Being In a State to Receive EYES...

Welcome to The Stronghold Podcast, where we explore capability and truth. I’m your host, Dave Barton, and today, in Episode 013: The Boys Part 1, I sit down with my sons Carter and Trevor to catch up and capture the Gen Z view on life. Carter and Trevor Intros Graduation 2023 Unpacking the Covid Experience from Gen Z Making Your Way as Gen Z What's Next? Send us Fan Mail Please follow The Str...

Welcome to The Stronghold Podcast, where we explore capability and truth. I’m your host, Dave Barton, and today, in Episode 012: Fast Food Lifestyle, we’ll explore the Mind, Body, and Soul connections across what we choose to consume. Fast Food for Body, Soul, and Mind Discipline presents a solution Empowering yourself to overcome the fast food lifestyle Serving others to cultivate nurturing relat...