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

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The mission of Undaunted.Life is "equipping men to push back darkness," and we do this by providing content that leads men to forge spiritual, mental, and physical resilience. On this show, we tackle all of the hot button issues in the worlds of faith, culture, and politics. We do not pull punches. We do not avoid heat. We seek the Lion of Judah. Let's get into it...
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Episodes

I’m Not Crazy. YOU’RE Crazy: The Power of Gaslighting (Ep. 273)

In this episode, we look at the concept of gaslighting and how it has been used to manipulate people in a myriad of contexts. We will also define numerous narrative shifts around the pandemic that occurred in a very short period of time. Why are our government overlords all-of-the-sudden making sense when discussing things like lockdowns and natural immunity? Listen to this one before it gets banned. Let’s get into it… Episode notes and links HERE Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphon...

Jan 13, 202252 min

JOHN ELDREDGE | A Year With Men (Ep. 272)

In this episode, we welcome John Eldredge back to the show. He is a New York Times bestselling author of a large number of books, workbooks, and group studies. His books include Wild at Heart, Get Your Life Back, Beautiful Outlaw, Fathered by God, and many more. In this interview, we discuss his newly-released workbook A Year With Men: A 12-month Plan for Your Guys’ Group. We get into why men’s groups can’t just be about sitting in a circle and sharing our feelings, how we can leverage our perso...

Jan 11, 202251 min

Ways to Avoid Being a Crappy Man in 2022 (Ep. 271)

In this episode, we go over the many ways that you can avoid being a crappy man in the year 2022. Some of you will be offended. Many of you will use this as the motivation you need to make lasting improvements. This episode is an accountability mirror. Let’s get into it… Episode notes and links HERE Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jan 06, 20221 hr 12 min

HOLLIE MCKAY | Living Under Taliban Control in Afghanistan (Ep. 270)

In this episode, we welcome Hollie McKay back to the show. Hollie is a journalist, war correspondent, humanitarian, and bestselling author of the book Only Cry for the Living: Memos from Inside the ISIS Battlefield. She just returned home to the United States after spending the last several months in Afghanistan living under Taliban control. In this interview, we discuss what it was like on the ground when the Taliban took over Afghanistan, how she stayed under the radar during the takeover, why...

Jan 04, 202255 min

Year in Review: 2021 (Ep. 269)

In this episode, Kyle goes through the biggest news stories from the crazy year that was 2021. We will look at the big news stories that we have forgotten about, the most ignored news stories of the year, the most overblown news stories of the year, the biggest single news story of the year, the biggest news person of the year, the likely biggest news stories of 2022, and much more. Let’s get into it… Episode notes and links HERE Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dec 30, 20211 hr 2 min

Best Books of 2021 (Ep. 268)

In this episode, Kyle does a rundown of the best books he read this year. He’ll give out awards for Best Book, Most Challenging, Most Entertaining, Most Impactful, Most Disappointing, and more. He will also detail what he describes as, “the worst book I’ve ever read.” Let’s get into it… Episode notes and links HERE Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dec 28, 20211 hr 19 min

Best Podcasts of 2021 (Ep. 267)

In this episode, we hand out awards for the best podcasts of 2021. For Undaunted.Life: A Man’s Podcast, we’ll go over categories like Most Talked About Episode, Most Offensive Episode, Audience’s Favorite Interview, Kyle’s Favorite Episode, and more. For other podcast show, we’ll select Best New Podcast, Most Thought-Provoking Podcast, Most Important Podcast Episode, Best Podcast Episode, and more. Let’s get into it… Episode notes and links HERE Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone....

Dec 23, 202154 min

DR. JONATHAN MCLATCHIE | Science Points to a Creator (Ep. 266)

In this episode, we welcome Dr. Jonathan McLatchie. He is a Christian apologist, an evolutionary biologist, writer, speaker, and debater. He has done many debates against people defending atheism, Islam, and other worldviews. The main focus of his career and work is to promote intelligent, evidence-based Christian faith. In this interview, we discuss how he balances being a Christian apologist and evolutionary biologist, the supposed rift between Christianity and science, the evidence of how sci...

Dec 21, 20211 hr 12 min

Q&A Vol. 17: School Shootings, Mississippi Abortion Case, College Football Playoff Picks, Joel Osteen’s Walls of Money, & More (Ep. 265)

In this episode, we get to your questions. Kyle will give you his thoughts on the recent school shooting in Michigan, the odds that Roe v. Wade gets overturned by the Supreme Court, who will win the College Football Playoff, Tulsi Gabbard, why Joel Osteen might have hid money in his walls, fights he wants to see in 2022, who would win in a fight between Chuck Norris and Steven Seagal, and much more. Let’s get into it… Episode notes and links HERE Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone...

Dec 16, 202158 min

RYAN BURGE | The Nones of America (Ep. 264)

In this episode, we welcome Ryan Burge. He is a pastor, writer, PhD Political Science professor, and social scientist. He’s a pastor of a small Baptist Church and also an assistant professor of political science at Eastern Illinois University. He is the author of The Nones: Where They Came From, Who They Are, And Where They Are Going. The book does a deep statistical dive into the increasing number of Americans that have no religious affiliation. In this interview, we discuss how he balances bei...

Dec 14, 20211 hr 3 min

The Trauma of Adoption is More Severe Than the Trauma of Abortion (Ep. 263)

In this episode, we break down the insane article from The New York Times which implies that murdering a baby via abortion is somehow better than that same baby being adopted. Yeah… you read that right. Let’s get into it… Episode notes and links HERE Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dec 09, 202149 min

SHAWN CARNEY & STEVE KARLEN | What to Say When Abortion Comes Up (Ep. 262)

In this episode, we welcome the 40 Days for Life duo of Shawn Carney and Steve Karlen. 40 Days for Life is an international anti-abortion organization that campaigns against baby murder in more than 60 countries. Shawn Carney is the CEO and President of 40 Days for Life and he also co-founded the organization back in 2004. He’s written now 4 best-selling books, and he was depicted in the pro-life movie Unplanned. Steve Karlen is the campaign director for 40 Days for Life. He is the author and co...

Dec 07, 20211 hr 5 min

When Inanimate Objects Start Killing People (Ep. 261)

In this episode, we discuss the domestic terrorist attack that took place in Waukesha, Wisconsin where a man drove his SUV through a Christmas parade which resulted in the deaths of six people. The media has essentially gone silent on this tragic news story. Could it have anything to do with the fact that the perpetrator of the murders does not fit their desired narrative? Let’s get into it… Episode notes and links HERE Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dec 02, 202145 min

MARK APPEL | From Major League Bust to Comeback Kid (Ep. 260)

In this episode, we welcome Mark Appel. Appel is currently a professional Major League Baseball pitcher in the Philadelphia Phillies organization and was the 2013 #1 overall pick in the MLB Draft. In this interview, we discuss the moment he knew he had a chance to become a professional baseball player, what it was like being drafted #1 overall by his hometown team, him being branded a “bust” after leaving baseball in 2018, why he’s making a comeback, his viral twitter thread from earlier this ye...

Nov 30, 20211 hr 16 min

How Christians Should View the Death Penalty & Why Julius Jones Should Be Dead Today (Ep. 259)

In this episode, we look at the controversial subject of the death penalty. Many Christians are confused about what to think about the subject, so we’re here to help you. We’re also going to go into great detail about the commutation of Julius Jones’ execution sentence and why we think Julius Jones should be dead today. Let’s get into it… Episode notes and links HERE Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nov 25, 202155 min

EPHRAIM MATTOS | Updates on Dark Places Around the World (Ep. 258)

In this episode, we welcome Ephraim Mattos to the show. Ephraim is a retired Navy SEAL and the founder of the humanitarian organization Stronghold Rescue & Relief. In this episode, we discuss the vehicle attack during a Christmas parade in Waukesha, WI, the Kyle Rittenhouse trial verdict and its impact on Kenosha, WI, his thoughts on the United States pulling out of Afghanistan, the status of the rescue of the 17 Christian missionaries that were kidnapped in Haiti, the deteriorating situatio...

Nov 23, 20211 hr 32 min

How to Engage Pro-Abortion Arguments (Ep. 257)

In this episode, we go deep on abortion. This subject is on the tips of many people’s minds because of the forthcoming US Supreme Court decisions regarding abortion laws in Texas and Mississippi. This episode will give you the confidence and knowledge you need in order to push back on the most common Pro-Abortion arguments that come up in our modern society. If you claim to be Pro-Life, you have to know this stuff. Let’s get into it… Episode notes and links HERE Learn more about your ad choices....

Nov 18, 20211 hr 22 min

MIKE RITLAND | Part 2, Discussing a Declining America (Ep. 256)

In this episode, we welcome Mike Ritland back to the show for part 2 of a 2-part interview. Mike served 12 years in the US Navy as a member of SEAL Team THREE. He is also a renowned multi-purpose canine trainer, the host of Mike Drop podcast, and the bestselling author of such books as Team Dog and Trident K9 Warriors. In this interview, we discuss his thoughts about God and faith, his brand new book, why he went the self-publishing route, his thoughts on abortion rights, equity vs. equality, an...

Nov 16, 20211 hr 17 min

MIKE RITLAND | Part 1, The Way of the K9 Warrior (Ep. 255)

In this episode, we welcome Mike Ritland back to the show for part 1 of a 2-part interview. Mike served 12 years in the US Navy as a member of SEAL Team THREE. He is also a renowned multi-purpose canine trainer, the host of Mike Drop podcast, and the bestselling author of such books as Team Dog and Trident K9 Warriors. In this interview, we discuss why he decided to become a SEAL, what attracted him to working with K9s, the history of K9s in warfare, what most people do wrong when training their...

Nov 11, 20211 hr 19 min

JUSTIN WHITMEL EARLEY | Habits of the Household (Ep. 254)

In this episode, we welcome Justin Whitmel Earley. Justin is a writer, speaker, lawyer, and founder of The Common Rule, which is an online resource center for Christians seeking Kingdom-formed habits that can sustain them in an age of chaos. He has written a bestselling book also called The Common Rule and he just released a new book this week called Habits of the Household: Practicing the Story of God in Everyday Family Rhythms. In this interview, we discuss new habits we can embrace to improve...

Nov 09, 202145 min

Score One for the Domestic Terrorists (Ep. 253)

In this episode, we discuss the huge and surprising victories that Republicans and Conservatives won during the elections across the US this week. What are the main reasons why the elections turned out the way they did? Does this signal a “Red Wave” in 2022? Also, you do NOT want to miss the story we talk about at the end of this show. Let’s get into it… Episode notes and links HERE Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nov 04, 202146 min

ERIC MADDOX | Masterminding the Capture of Saddam Hussein (Ep. 252)

In this episode, we welcome Eric Maddox. He is a US Army veteran, renowned speaker, consultant, and sales and negotiation trainer. During his eight deployments overseas, he worked as an interrogator and completed more than 2,700 interrogations. During one of his deployments, while embedded with a Delta Force Special Operations team, he did over 300 interrogations that directly led to the capture of the most wanted man in the world at the time: Saddam Hussein. In this episode, we discuss how he b...

Nov 03, 20211 hr 27 min

The Modern Bystander Effect (Ep. 251)

In this episode, we discuss the Bystander Effect which looks at why people don’t intervene when someone is in trouble. This social psychological theory came to prominence following the brutal 1964 murder of Kitty Genovese in NYC. People watched the assault but did not try to help her. We look at two recent examples of similar actions by bystanders, why this seems to be happening more often, and what Christians can do to counteract it. Let’s get into it… Episode notes and links HERE Learn more ab...

Nov 02, 202152 min

RYAN MICHLER | Protect. Provide. Preside. (Ep. 250)

In this episode, we welcome Ryan Michler. Ryan is the founder of Order of Man and is the host of the podcast by the same name. In this episode, we discuss modern manhood, toxic masculinity, gender in the military, jiu-jitsu, and much more. Let’s get into it… Episode notes and links: https://www.undaunted.life/podcast/ryanmichler Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Oct 28, 202158 min

What Most People Get Wrong About Cancel Culture (Ep. 249)

In this episode, we discuss the growing power and influence of “cancel culture” on modern society. This shift didn’t begin with the drama unfolding between Netflix and Dave Chappelle, but this story has put a spotlight on this seemingly new cultural phenomenon. For all the talk the subject of cancel culture is getting, very few people have stopped to simply ponder what it is. Let’s get into it… Episode notes and links: https://www.undaunted.life/podcast/249 Learn more about your ad choices. Visi...

Oct 26, 202157 min

ERIC METAXAS | Is Atheism Dead? (Ep. 248)

In this episode, we welcome Eric Metaxas. He is a #1 New York Times bestselling author, speaker, and conservative radio show host. He is the author of 20 books which include biographies of Christian giants like William Wilberforce, Dietrich Bonhoeffer, and Martin Luther. In this episode, we discuss his latest book “Is Atheism Dead?”, why he became a writer, the faultiness of the atheistic worldview, why he’s written so many books about great men, and much more. Let’s get into it… Episode notes a...

Oct 21, 202128 min

School Board Hides Child Rape In Order To Pass A Transgender Student Policy (Ep. 247)

In this episode, we discuss The Daily Wire’s explosive investigative report on the Loudoun County School Board’s attempt to cover up the rape of one of their students because it would have affected their ability to pass a new transgender student policy. You read that right. Let’s get into it… Episode notes and links: https://www.undaunted.life/podcast/247 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Oct 19, 202143 min

MEAT MITCH BENJAMIN | BBQ Revolution (Ep. 246)

In this episode, we welcome Mitch Benjamin aka Meat Mitch. He is a world champion BBQ pitmaster from KC. He is known for his competition sauces and rubs which have been used by BBQ competitors around the globe and for his affiliation with the sports world, especially with Barstool Sports and the Kansas City Royals. In this episode, we discuss how he originally got into the world of BBQ, common mistakes that novices make when smoking meat, what BBQ competition judges are looking for, which BBQ me...

Oct 14, 202157 min

When The Government Treats Parents Like Domestic Terrorists (Ep. 245)

In this episode, we discuss the letter that the National School Boards Association sent to the White House asking for federal law enforcement to help them stop “the growing number of threats of violence and acts of intimidation occurring across the nation” at school board meetings and the U.S. Attorney General’s response. The NSBA has asked the federal government to treat angry parents at school board meetings like domestic terrorists or perpetrators of hate crimes, and it seems that the federal...

Oct 12, 202135 min

MATTIE MONTGOMERY | Something Worth Screaming About (Ep. 244)

In this episode, we welcome Pastor Mattie Montgomery. In addition to being the founder and lead pastor of The Altar Fellowship in Johnson City, TN, he is also the former frontman for one of the most impactful, legitimately Christian metalcore bands of all time: For Today. In this episode, we discuss how he got into heavy music, his stipulations for joining For Today, what it was like touring with satanic bands, why the band broke up, why he decided to go into full-time ministry, the problems men...

Oct 07, 20211 hr 33 min
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