The Stronghold Podcast

In Episode 011 Successfully Unsuccessful, I sit down with my friend Josh Dittrich joining his faith-based entrepreneur podcast Successfully Unsuccessful. He turns the mic around on me and we cover many topics including: A little of my professional background Pursuing the boundaries of my capability My families focus and mission Overcoming wounds of life Pushing Limits You can find Josh Dittrich an...

In Episode 010 Goliath, I explore the story of David and Goliath and the misconception that weakness and submissiveness are virtues. Truly living Isaiah 1:17, Defend Jordan Peterson on Men being dangerous Lesson from the battle of David and Goliath Doesn't the Bible preach peace? Develop capability Battle of the Bastards What giants are you facing? Send us Fan Mail Please follow The Stronghol...

Thank you for joining me today on The Stronghold Podcast as I get to sit down with a long time friend Steve Beise in the woods of beautiful northern Minnesota. We discuss Steve's entrepreneurial spirit and much more. Origins of the Entrepreneur, shoutout to Mr. Schulz! You can do things different, but be intentional Helping people is good business Finding value in you and others Work life bal...

Today in Episode 008 The Dry Fast I will be discussing the recent 7-day dry fast I undertook, based on the book by August Dunning called The Phoenix Protocol What is a dry fast?  Why? Goals Day by Day details and experiences Goal check “The real voyage of discovery consists not in seeking new landscapes but in having new eyes.” - Marcel Proust Send us Fan Mail Please follow The Stronghold Podcast...

In this episode I sit down with Matt Ecklund . Matt is a husband, father, construction project manager, and a son of God. After attending a Wild at Heart men's retreat, we sit down to discuss the impact and much more. Wild at Heart experience Coming to a state to receive help Life-changing power of vulnerability Dealing with the names our world imprints on our identity Creating space from lif...

In this episode of The Stronghold Podcast , please join me as I discuss the recent marathon I completed. I promise it is mainly about applicable lessons you can take with you on your endeavors. When did a marathon come into my mind as a possibility 2023 setback presented an opportunity to quit Learnings from training Learnings from race day Learnings after the race Call to action, find your marath...

Today I am joined by Tim Koivisto , who after 20+ years in Sales is undergoing a major professional and lifestyle change. Now Executive Director at an amazing teen mission called Legacy 2 Inspire, Tim is seeking and finding a higher purpose. Working to provide v. Working with a purpose Surrendering control to become more capable Fruits of change, peace & calm Legacy 2 Inspire origins Bringing...

Today in Episode 004 we are going to discuss one of the pillars of The Stronghold Podcast, TRUTH   Truth is NOT hard to find Truth defined Truth can be manipulated, or hidden? Example Experts: Suppressing potential, weakening character, and deforming spirit  AND THERE IT IS… the point of truth  Truth is a pathway Stand up for truth and seek it  References: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/search/resea...

Full of power and passion Jenny Becker embodies the Servant's Heart , from teen missions to cowboy church. Join us in the Stronghold as we explore the impact of serving. Raising Eddie the Superhero Therapy Dog Embracing serving by first loving ourselves The role of suffering in achieving freedom, and going to hell on earth to serve Confronting lies and agreements we make about ourselves Thin...

In Episode 2 we cover the importance of Not Living Life Alone Starting off the episode, I explain that the topic was a pivot and urgent Excerpt from The Wager by David Grann Why you need a squadron Where and how to find a squadron, your people The Castaway by William Cowper, You don't have to be the castaway The Truth of your resilience Send us Fan Mail Please follow The Stronghold Podcast on...

In Episode 1 we cover the Pillars of Stronghold Starting off the episode, I give gratitude for those who helped blaze this podcast journey. Break down my journey from all words, no action and the motivating moments and forces to seek healing. Introduce the pillars of capability and truth and start to unpack them. "No One is Coming to Save You" explained... Discuss how to find truth in th...

Welcome to The Stronghold Podcast I’m your host David Barton, a husband, a father, and a friend. This podcast will explore human capability and truth. Please enjoy this trailer introducing you to the podcast mission and plans. Enjoy and Welcome! 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 Legac...