Undaunted.Life: A Man's Podcast by Kyle Thompson

In this episode, we interview Lieutenant Colonel Dave Grossman (Ret.). He is a renowned and sought-after speaker, and the author of the seminal works On Killing: The Psychological Cost of Learning to Kill in War and Society and On Combat: The Psychology and Physiology of Deadly Conflict in War and in Peace, as well as many other books. In this episode, we discuss his brand-new book On Spiritual Co...

In this episode, Kyle describes what it was like to welcome his first child to the world and how it’s changed his perspective on several issues. Let’s get into it… Episode notes and links: https://www.undaunted.life/podcast/134 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, we interview Greg Koukl. Koukl is the founder of the Christian apologetics organization Stand to Reason, and the author of Tactics and The Story of Reality. In this episode, we discuss why he was drawn to apologetics, his books, how to defend your faith in a modern context, how we are not the central focus of God’s plan, how real tolerance requires disagreement, the state of manho...

In this episode, we interview Father Mike Schmitz. Father Mike is the director of youth and young adult ministry for the Diocese of Duluth, and chaplain for the Newman Center at the University of Minnesota Duluth. In this episode, we talk about modern manhood, manly virtue, the real meaning of “meekness,” how porn keeps us from serving God, the Catholic Church sexual abuse problem, his thoughts on...

In this episode, we interview MMA fighter Rory “The Red King” MacDonald. In the interview, we dig deep into how he became a Christian and what it’s like being a follower of Jesus that also fights for a living. In addition to that, we get into his legendary fight with Robbie Lawler, what it’s like to have Georges St. Pierre as a training partner, his MMA Mount Rushmore, the best performance of his...

In this episode, we finally get to your question! We discuss all things COVID-19, Dana White’s Fight Island, the thing Kyle misses most while in quarantine, who would win in a fight between Abe Lincoln and Gandhi, and much more. Let’s get into it… Episode notes and links: https://www.undaunted.life/podcast/130 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, Kyle reviews the newest album by August Burns Red, Guardians. This is the band’s ninth full-length studio album. Is it possible that this band is getting heavier as they all age? Also, we dig into why every man should listen to metal music. Let’s get into it… Episode notes and links: https://www.undaunted.life/podcast/129 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoi...

In this episode, we talk about the epidemic of “nice guys.” There are so many women out there looking for a man, but they’re told to look in the wrong places. There are so many men out there that think “being nice” is the best characteristic that you could have. They’re wrong. Let’s get into it… Episode notes and links: https://www.undaunted.life/podcast/128 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit...

In this episode, we talk about the impact that the COVID-19 Coronavirus is having on us. It’s certainly a global concern, but there are some very deep-seeded concerns that most people aren’t talking about. We’re going to. Let’s get into it… Episode notes and links: https://www.undaunted.life/podcast/127 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, we interview master western bootmaker Ray Dorwart. Dorwart has been making custom western boots for almost 40 years, and he spent almost 20 years before that as a working cowboy in Montana, Wyoming, the Dakotas, and elsewhere. In this interview, we get into his early life as a cowboy and how he transitioned into bootmaking. In addition to that, we take a deep dive into his convers...

In this episode, we dig into the news surrounding the subject of abortion. The Supreme Court of the United States is in the middle of hearing arguments about a Louisiana case that would require abortionists to have hospital admitting privileges for patient emergencies, and this has caused many Pro-Abortion advocates to give their full-throated support for the murder of babies. Plus, we even have p...

In this episode, we interview former Oklahoma State University 2-time All-American wrestler and the 2016 Gallagher Award recipient Hardell Moore. Moore has made an incredibly successful transition from a high-level wrestling competitor to running one of the best youth wrestling clubs in the United States (Oklahoma Wrestling Academy). In this interview, we discuss his early years as a wrestler, his...

In this episode, we interview former Major League Baseball player Rick Ankiel. He went from being the “next great left-handed pitcher,” to losing his ability to throw anything even resembling a strike, to being demoted all the way down to the bottom of the Minors, to somehow reinventing himself as an Outfielder, to finally clawing his way back to the Big Leagues. His resilience has inspired millio...

In this episode, Kyle reveals that he and his wife are about to welcome a BABY BOY into the world! We also discuss how guys deal with miscarriages, what worries Kyle most about being a dad, what he is most looking forward to about fatherhood, and much more. Let’s get into it… Episode notes and links: https://www.undaunted.life/podcast/122 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoi...

In this episode, we interview Matt Greiner, the drummer of the metalcore band August Burns Red. We talk about the upcoming ABR album, his history with the band, his Christian faith, and much more. If you like the intro/outro music of the podcast, you can’t miss this episode! Let’s get into it… Episode notes and links: https://www.undaunted.life/podcast/mattgreiner Learn more about your ad choices....

In this episode, we break down the most packed week of news in a long time. Here are the major stories from the last week that we need to think through: the Coronavirus emergency declaration, the UK leaving the European Union, the Super Bowl halftime show, the Iowa Caucuses, the State of the Union Address, and the exoneration of President Donald J. Trump in the US Senate. What a week. Let’s get in...

In this episode, we interview retired US ARMY Special Operations soldier, marksmanship expert, and entrepreneur Pat McNamara. We talk about Basic Dude Stuff, his long military career, the biggest problem people make with marksmanship, his EDC, how to prep your "combat chassis," his thoughts on spirituality, and much more. Let’s get into it… Episode notes and links: https://www.undaunted.life/podca...

In this episode, we review the 2020 March for Life which featured a historic live speech from President Donald Trump. Is Trump the most Pro-Life President that the United States has ever had? Let’s get into it… Episode notes and links: https://www.undaunted.life/podcast/118 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, we look at the recent tragic helicopter crash that killed nine people, including NBA legend Kobe Bryant and his 13-year-old daughter. Is the death of a celebrity somehow different than the death of a “regular person”? Is it okay for us to mourn the passing of someone we never even met? Let’s get into it… Episode notes and links: https://www.undaunted.life/podcast/117 Learn more ab...

In this episode, we dig into the political concept of the Overton Window. What is it and how can we use it? Why are most guys scared to death to try and shift it? Let’s get into it… Episode notes and links: https://www.undaunted.life/podcast/116 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, Kyle reveals some very personal feedback that he got from some of the men in his foxhole when he asked them some very pointed questions. Most guys don’t even attempt to solicit feedback so that they can try to improve themselves. Why is that? Let’s get into it… Episode notes and links: https://www.undaunted.life/podcast/115 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adch...

In this episode, Kyle discusses the fallout from the punishment handed down to the Houston Astros. They were caught red-handed cheating to win baseball games. Was it worth it, though? Let’s get into it… Episode notes and links: https://www.undaunted.life/podcast/114 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, we review the Pro-Life documentary Babies are Still Murdered Here. Is it possible that most Pro-Life organizations DON’T actually want to end abortion? Is there a better way to fight for the unborn? Let’s get into it… Episode notes and links: https://www.undaunted.life/podcast/113 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, we reveal the Top 12 Ways to Avoid Being a Crappy Man in 2020. You’ve had an entire year to wrestle with last year’s list; did you get any better this year? Are you ready to tackle some more? Let’s get into it… Episode notes and links: https://www.undaunted.life/podcast/112 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, we hand out our awards for the Best Podcasts of 2019! The categories: UNDAUNTED.LIFE: A MAN’S PODCAST - Most Popular Episode, Hardest Episode to Prepare, Best Listener-Suggested Episode, Most Offensive Episode, Most Talked About Episode, and My Favorite Episode; OTHER SHOWS: Most Entertaining Podcast Show, Most Thought-Provoking Podcast Show, Most Important Podcast Show, Best Shor...