In this episode of The Resilient Show, Chad sits down with Justin to unpack what he’s learned from working around elite performers, operators, executives, innovators, and fighters. They talk about why the best aren’t afraid to fail, how high-performing teams attack hard problems, why execution matters more than having all the answers, and what happens when driven people realize they can’t control every outcome. Key Topics: – What Justin learned working with Delta Force/CAG, Nike, Apple, DARPA, and the CIA – The problem-solving principle: “Solving the wrong problem well still fails” – How failure builds resilience and exposes the next level you need to reach – Why execution separates people who know what to do from people who actually get results – The importance of identifying the real problem instead of treating symptoms – How martial arts shaped Chad and Justin’s views on discipline, suffering, and performance – What he learned sitting inside high-pressure rooms with figures like Kanye West – Why fear and the need for control can affect even the most capable people – How faith and surrender changed Justin’s understanding of resilience The environments may look completely different, but Justin keeps seeing the same principles

In this episode of The Resilient Show, Chad sits down with one of his personal military heroes for a deeply personal conversation about Craig’s journey from the SEAL Teams to founding Veterans For Child Rescue. Craig explains what first opened his eyes to the scale of child trafficking in America, how his daughter Aspen was abducted and raped shortly after he launched the organization, and why her decision to fight back only strengthened their mission.

America can’t be resilient if it can’t feed itself — and Patrick Montgomery believes we’ve handed far too much control of our food supply to everyone but American farmers. In this episode of The Resilient Show, Chad sits down with the former Army Ranger and KC Cattle Company founder for a blunt conversation about the disappearing American farm, foreign influence over our meat industry, and why food supply needs to be treated as national security. Key Topics: – Why American farms are disappearing – China’s influence over the U.S. pork industry – Brazil’s growing control over American beef – Why America has fewer cattle despite a much larger population – The aging American farmer and the missing next generation – What COVID exposed about our fragile food supply – Why food supply is national security Americans have gotten used to food always being there. Patrick’s warning is simple: if we lose the ability to feed our own people and military, everything else becomes secondary.

The American church has stayed quiet for too long, and Pastor Allen Jackson believes the country is paying the price. In this episode of The Resilient Show, Chad sits down with Pastor Jackson for a blunt conversation about churches avoiding so-called “political” issues, backing away from culture, and why biblical truth has been treated like something too dangerous to say from the pulpit. Pastor Jackson goes straight at marriage, biological sex, education, public morality, faith in government, and the role Christians should play in their own communities. His message is simple: the church was never called to hide, play it safe, or surrender the culture without a fight. Key Topics: – Why “political issues” are often biblical issues – How silence weakened the church’s influence – Why pastors are afraid to speak clearly – The culture war inside schools and communities – Faith, freedom, Israel, and the future of America – Why Christians need to stop sitting on the sidelines This is not a polite conversation about staying “in the middle.” It is a challenge to the church to find its backbone again.

How did Duck Dynasty become the most popular reality series of all time? What really happened behind the cameras? Why was it so successful? And what is the Robertson family doing next? In this must-watch episode of The Resilient Show, Chad sits down with a special guests Jase and Willie Robertson from the Duck Dynasty family for an honest, behind-the-scenes conversation about faith, family values, building an empire from a Louisiana swamp, navigating massive fame, and staying grounded through it all. From humble beginnings to cultural phenomenon — this episode is packed with inspiring stories, life lessons, and resilient wisdom you don’t want to miss. Key Topics: -The real origin story of Duck Dynasty -Faith, family, and staying true to your values in the spotlight -The power of authenticity and hard work -What’s next for the Robertson family and their mission -Practical resilience lessons for life, business, and raising a strong family Whether you grew up watching Duck Dynasty or just love stories of faith-fueled success, this episode will encourage and equip you. We hope you enjoy this interview and, of course, encourage you to engage with us here and on our social channels.

In this powerful episode of The Resilient Show, former NFL athlete, US Rowing team member, and health optimization leader Jimmy St. Louis joins us in studio for a deep dive into the future of personalized health, longevity, and regenerative medicine. Jimmy shares his incredible journey — from elite athlete to founder of Mighty Oaks Foundation (serving over 600,000 veterans) and now CEO of Agentis Longevity — while breaking down the truth about hormone optimization and why the current medical guidelines are outdated by 45 years. The topics include: -Peptides (including Retatrutide) — how they compare to Ozempic, real benefits vs. hype, and why blood work is non-negotiable -Stem cell therapy — the current landscape, what’s actually happening overseas, and why policy change is critical -The importance of physician-guided, consumer-driven care Blue zones, foundational health habits, and why most Americans are deficient Jimmy also opens up about his powerful personal story of resilience — growing up in an abusive home, the knife incident at age 5 that shaped his core values (Family • Faith • Fitness • Mission), and how those experiences fuel his mission to transform healthcare. Whether you’re 25 or 65, an athlete, a veteran, or j

In this powerful Freedom 250 panel on America’s 250th anniversary, Chad sits down with Tommy Waller (former Force Recon Commander & President of Center for Security Policy) and Jonathan Hollerman (Air Force SERE Specialist, Grid Expert & bestselling author) to expose the shocking vulnerabilities of the U.S. electric grid. They break down: • Why a grid-down scenario could kill up to 90% of Americans within one year • The 4 major threats: Physical attacks (9-12 sites could black out the nation), Cyber, EMP (nuclear or solar flare), and supply chain infiltration • Chinese transformers with potential kill switches already in our grid • Self-inflicted policy wounds and what the Trump administration is doing • Real-world lessons from Ukraine and how civilians are now on the front lines This isn’t fear-mongering — it’s a solvable problem. Learn what individuals, families, and We the People can do right now to push for real solutions and build personal resilience. 🔥 **Action Steps:** • Educate yourself (links below) • Contact your representatives — demand grid hardening • Prepare responsibly: food, water, skills, and community Watch the full unfiltered discussion from the Freedom Stage. 🛡️ Resources: • Center for Security Policy: s

Michael “The Menace” Johnson has spent more than 16 years fighting at the highest level in the UFC. But the real story isn’t just what happened inside the cage. It’s losing his father as a kid. Watching his mother carry the weight of the family. Learning how to turn pain, anger, losses, surgeries, and setbacks into motivation to keep moving. In this episode, Michael opens up about what it takes to be resilient, fighting through fear, taking personal responsibility, and how he kept going when life knocked him down. Follow Michael on Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/menacefight/?hl=en 00:00 Michael Johnson Intro 00:52 Welcome Michael “The Menace” Johnson 01:58 20 surgeries and 18 years of fighting 02:46 The no-quit mindset that built his career 04:13 Turning street fights into a UFC career 05:46 Losing his father at a young age 07:15 How his mother’s strength shaped him 09:34 Advice for young men acting out in pain 11:06 Dealing with hate, critics, and online comments 13:44 What it really takes to walk into the cage 15:54 Fear, nerves, and the mindset before a fight 18:52 The truth about cutting weight 21:31 How Michael found Springfield Fight Club 22:58 Making it to the UFC in only two years 24:17 The long road to The Ult

Eric Metaxas is an author, speaker, and host of The Eric Metaxas Show. He believes America cannot move forward unless we remember where we came from. In this episode of The Resilient Show, Chad sits down with Eric to talk about the American Revolution, the Christian foundation of our country, the courage of our Founding Fathers, and why the story of America is not just for history books, it’s vital knowledge for every American. So why does it seem the core of our history has been rewritten? Eric breaks down why the views of the current political landscape are not what this country was founded on, why virtue and faith were essential to the founding, and why this moment in America requires courage, conviction, and a willingness to fight for what is true. Links discussed in todays episode: Revolution: https://ericmetaxas.com/books/revolution/ Socrates In The City: https://socratesinthecity.com/ Eric Metaxas Show: https://ericmetaxas.com/ Follow Eric on Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/ericmetaxas 00:56 Welcome Eric Metaxas 02:13 Eric’s New Book: Revolution 03:14 Why Americans Must Know Their Story 08:34 The Clash of Worldviews Behind the Revolution 13:02 America Has Forgotten Who We Are 17:01 The Christian Foundation of Am