Heroes' Veritas
45 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 1 year ago -We are a community, traditionally valued and dedicated to infusing confidence in our people through fun, skill-based experiences. Hosted by Tim Base, and focused on having organic and real conversations with like-minded professionals that are living their personal sovereignty.
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Interview: Erinn Montoya
January 24, 2023 13:00 - 1 hour - 62.4 MBErinn Montoya is a wife and mother of 2, first and foremost, but she also has a desire to serve others. She leverages her life journey to help people become the best version of themselves as a beacon of light. As owner of Beacon Confidence Coaching, and one of my best friends, we get personal talking about her struggles, her family and how she came to find her way in coaching after many years of network marketing and overcoming doubts. Instagram: @beaconconfidencecoaching Instagram: @erinn...
Interview: Jeff Pease
October 16, 2022 17:00 - 1 hour - 48.4 MBSat down with my friend Jeff Pease again to talk about fatherhood and navigating negativity as a man in the modern era. Jeff is range master for the department of corrections and brings a wealth of experience and knowledge. Jeff shares a recent tactic he has developed for dealing with self-limiting belief systems and negative thought patterns he refers to the "Pencil Technique". Correctional Officer and Range Master Instagram: @peazee63 Stay Dangerous Be sure to like, comment, subscribe ...
Interview: Tony Whatley
September 29, 2022 12:00 - 57 minutes - 39.4 MBIn this episode, I got the opportunity and privilege to sit down the author of #1 Bestseller, “Side Hustle Millionaire” and Executive Business Coach, Tony Whatley to discuss his viewpoints on success and what it really takes to go from playing at business, to being successful in multiple stages of business. As host of a Top-1% Globally Ranked Podcast “365 Driven”, and Keynote Speaker, Tony has risen to great success through his will, perseverance and humble nature. I have followed his jour...
Interview: Marcus Torgerson (Round 2)
September 15, 2022 12:00 - 1 hour - 49.1 MBI got the privilege to sit down once again with my, now friend and brother, Marcus Torgerson. Krav Maga instructor and Mental Health Champion, he brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to the conversation about life. Background about Marcus from his Site: With over four decades of martial arts experience, including three decades instructing self defense and personal fitness and two decades working nightclub security, I've become a respected expert in responding to and de-escalating v...
Interview: Aaron Thorpe
July 21, 2022 12:00 - 56 minutes - 39 MBI sit down with Aaron Thorpe: US Marine Combat Vet, Shadow Work Coach and recently published Author, to discuss the work he is doing to assist people get unstuck from their traumatic experiences and self-limiting belief systems. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/soulsonfirecoaching/ Website: https://www.soulsonfire.com/ Recent Book: Powerleveling in Real Life (IRL) ------------------------------------------------------------ Stay Dangerous Be sure to like, comment, subscribe and sha...
Interview: Dr. Dee
July 14, 2022 12:00 - 1 hour - 46.7 MBInterviewing Dr. Danita Morales Ramos, motivational speaker, clinical psychologist, and author of 'Make Him Feel, Fascinate, & Fancy You'. Discussing her past, we cover overcoming trauma, victim mentality, and finding a renewed purpose. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/followdrdeee/ Book: 'Make Him Feel, Fascinate, & Fancy You'. ------------------------------------------------------------ Stay Dangerous Be sure to like, comment, subscribe and share. Website: https://www.heroesveri...
Interview: Chris Cathers
July 07, 2022 12:00 - 52 minutes - 36.3 MBChris Cathers is a former US Army Green Beret and CIA paramilitary Global Response Staff (GRS) contractor with 12 deployments to Iraq, Afghanistan, Palestine, and North Africa. He is a turnaround specialist and operating expert with over 15 years of experience in the manufacturing, defense, and service industries. For years, Chris silently struggled with post-traumatic stress (PTS), depression, and suicidal ideation, fearful that such a diagnosis would negatively impact his career. His sym...
Interview: Ejay Cruz
June 30, 2022 12:00 - 1 hour - 67.6 MBI sit down with Financial Advisor and Parables Podcast host, Ejay Cruz. A conversation over whiskey neat, we get a bit emotional reminiscing about our history together and discussing life. Ejay being the amazing podcaster that he is, inevitably starts interviewing me more than I interview him. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/itsejaycruz/ Parables Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-parables/id1437460025 Financial Security: https://www.letsprotectyourfamily.com/ --------...
Interview: Matt Beaudreau
June 23, 2022 12:00 - 52 minutes - 36.4 MBMy conversation with Matt Beudreau, co-founder of Apogee Strong, founder of Acton Academy Placer schools, keynote speaker, and host of the Essential 11 Podcast. Diving into education, life and culture we discuss the state of the world and how we can be a force for good in an ever changing social landscape. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mattbeaudreau/ Apogee Strong: https://www.instagram.com/apogeeprogram/ Acton Placer: https://www.instagram.com/actonplacer/ ------------------------...
Interview: Gavin McCort
June 16, 2022 11:00 - 1 hour - 44.1 MBGavin McCort is a registered dietician, healthy lifestyle trainer and bodybuilding competitor coach with Unrivaled Physiques. We cover industry myths, enhancement drugs, supplements and so much more. Plus I make him angry talking about the industry. If you are into fitness you wont want to miss this one! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/templebuilderfitness/ Website: https://www.unrivaledphysiques.com/ ------------------------------------------------------------ Stay Dangerous Be s...
Reclaiming your dominion
June 15, 2022 03:00 - 26 minutes - 18.5 MBSpent the weekend at a networking event and training, where one of the topics discussed was Dominion by Garret J. White, his link is below. His proposal, that we are taught to give away our dominion. It was thought provoking so I talk about my opinion of it here. You will find tips for reclaiming your dominion in this episode. Garrett J. White - https://garrettjwhite.com/about/ Stay Dangerous Be sure to like, comment, subscribe and share. Website: https://www.heroesveritas.com Instag...
Interview: Ryan King
June 09, 2022 12:00 - 1 hour - 51.9 MBSitting down with Author, Business man, and Father Ryan King to talk about fatherhood, wisdom, culture and the masculine space into today's world. A wealth of knowledge that he shares on his instagram @thewisdomofkings, he has been a voice for men to champion their greatness in life, relationships, and business. He is currently working on a book of the same name in order to give a tactical life guide to his two young boys as they come of age. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thewisdom...
Are you an asset or a liability?
June 07, 2022 12:00 - 28 minutes - 19.8 MBMost would consider labeling the people in our life as heartless or cold, but in reality all relationships are reciprocal. If we are not intentional about who we have in our lives, we wake up one day miserable, feeling unappreciated, or resentful. Focus on developing yourself into an asset. Then determine who is in your life and what they bring to the table. Stay Dangerous Be sure to like, comment, subscribe and share. Website: https://www.heroesveritas.com Instagram: https://www.inst...
Interview: Ciara Arguello
June 02, 2022 12:00 - 1 hour - 65.1 MBExploring the other side of the same coin, I sit down with Ciara Arguello, founder of Dope Women coaching group and Rule One Athlete. We dive into the various female hurdles women face in today's society, her own personal journey of discovery, and the rampant need of high value masculine men. It is important to note that I am acutely aware that there is a feminine element that needs to be solved in order for what I talk about to truly take root. Men can do all the work, they can to sure up...
The Misrepresentation of 'III Percenters"
May 31, 2022 12:00 - 21 minutes - 14.9 MBIn this episode, I share some of my contempt with people that falsely claim to fall into the category of people who would have supported cessation from Britain during the Independence War, now famously estimated as around 3% of population in the 1770's. I highlight the parody that typically ensues, but tilt it more as a call of hope regarding what it takes to elicit real change in an ever growing landscape. While the affiliates to this title tend to lean more toward the political space, ...
Interview: Jack Donovan
May 26, 2022 12:00 - 1 hour - 55.4 MBI get the pleasure and honor to sit down with Jack Donovan, author of a myriad of books on Masculine philosophy as well as speaker and artist. 'Way of Men' is a cornerstone read for any man serious about understanding how they are wired in my opinion. While his latest book 'Fire in the Dark', explores the ways in which men may rise their expectations a bit higher than their corporeal views. His work and keynote speeches have sparked my own curiosity as well as facilitated a reframing of pers...
Are You Too Close to Your Legend?
May 24, 2022 12:00 - 20 minutes - 14.1 MBI took a break from social media for a little under/over a month. Upon my return I was greeted with some profound interactions that I wanted to share. In this episode, I discuss the importance of adding value to as much as possible. I also vent my contempt and frustration with the general concept of social media, and the proclivity of people to conflate it with 'the arena'. I share some knowledge around the impacts we have on the world and how to reframe the struggles for the purpose of fo...
Are You Too Close to Your Legend?
May 24, 2022 12:00 - 20 minutes - 14.1 MBI took a break from social media for a little under/over a month. Upon my return I was greeted with some profound interactions that I wanted to share. In this episode, I discuss the importance of adding value to as much as possible. I also vent my contempt and frustration with the general concept of social media, and the proclivity of people to conflate it with 'the arena'. I share some knowledge around the impacts we have on the world and how to reframe the struggles for the purpose of fo...
Converging the Fractured Identity
May 17, 2022 12:00 - 25 minutes - 17.6 MBMoments when we elect the role of keeping the peace, fitting in, or 'going with the flow' at the expense of our true selves and/or our needs. The more often we do this, the harder it becomes to choose ourselves. In time, we may even lose sight of who we are and what we believe in. This can become very dangerous, as this tends to be where most find cause for depression and suicidal thoughts. Stop lying to yourself. Speak the truth. I share some personal experience and stories about ...
Do you live by a Manifesto?
May 10, 2022 11:00 - 15 minutes - 11 MBI recently got told I seem like the type to write manifestos. It elicited a great conversation that left me pondering and self-reflective, which all the best conversations should. In this episode I address the use of a manifesto, and the perversion its definition has undergone in recent years. Maintaining a manifesto does a few things: 1. Creates intentionality around who we align ourselves with and the baseline to hold ourselves accountable. When organically developed, this can also l...
Do you live by a Manifesto?
May 10, 2022 11:00 - 15 minutes - 11 MBI recently got told I seem like the type to write manifestos. It elicited a great conversation that left me pondering and self-reflective, which all the best conversations should. In this episode I address the use of a manifesto, and the perversion its definition has undergone in recent years. Maintaining a manifesto does a few things: 1. Creates intentionality around who we align ourselves with and the baseline to hold ourselves accountable. When organically developed, this can also l...
Conviction is Non-Negotiable
May 06, 2022 01:00 - 19 minutes - 13.4 MBWe are back! It has been a considerably long gap between episodes, July 2021 to May 2022. During this time the Podcast was placed on the back burner priority list due to other areas I was focusing on; however, in recent days a new direction has been developing and the podcast will be a key area of it. Discussing Conviction, its importance and how to develop it. As always, focusing on keeping the podcast deliberate and concise, I focus on giving you the What Why and How of this topic. Dev...
Heroes' Purpose: Man Up (Part 2)
July 19, 2021 04:00 - 43 minutes - 30.2 MBClay Smeltzer, Men's Coach and Creator of Purposed Infused Coaching, and I sit down to discuss the merits, pitfalls and nuances of the ever polarized concept and phrase, 'MAN UP'. This is part 2 of our conversation. Heroes' Purpose is a collaborative series that Clay and I are partnering on to ensure the conversations that need to be had in the Men's space are being had. It is our solution to the echo chamber and to showcase that while our Missions are the same it doesn't mean we completel...
Heroes' Purpose: Man Up (Part 1)
July 10, 2021 16:00 - 42 minutes - 29.5 MBClay Smeltzer, Men's Coach and Creator of Purposed Infused Coaching, and I sit down to discuss the merits, pitfalls and nuances of the ever polarized concept and phrase, 'MAN UP'. This is part 1 of our conversation. Heroes' Purpose is a collaborative series that Clay and I are partnering on to ensure the conversations that need to be had in the Men's space are being had. It is our solution to the echo chamber and to showcase that while our Missions are the same it doesn't mean we complet...
Superficial Masculinity
June 15, 2021 05:00 - 13 minutes - 9.28 MBI explore the pervasive issue of superficial masculinity metrics such as what we wear, facial hair or other surface level concepts of what men 'should' be. This episode was inspired by being told that I am ill equipped to coach men. Not because of a lack of skill or lacking proof of skill. No, merely the length of my beard and pitch of voice was enough. While it doesn't bother my ego, it is a great indicator as to the mentality of men in today's society. If you struggle with confidence, ...
Manners Maketh Man
June 08, 2021 04:00 - 11 minutes - 7.64 MBRude People Suck... we all know it. So if we all agree rude people are problematic, why do we continue to see an uptick in rudeness? In this episode, I cover how important I feel manners are to our society. We, once upon a time, all agreed that chivalry and gentlemanly qualities were important. Somewhere along the line we took a wrong turn. Now, being generous and respectful has become synonymous with 'simp' culture making young men confused and treating people with terrible behaviour. If...
Efficacy of Ego
June 04, 2021 16:00 - 23 minutes - 16 MBEgo is often painted with a broad brush as a negative, but Ego is a necessity for accomplishing anything great and developing self-respect. In this episode, we discuss the practical merits of Ego, where ego can go astray and using an agnostic metric for determining the utility of Ego. If you struggle with this, click the link below to schedule a free conversation: https://calendly.com/heroesveritas/guide As always if you like what we are doing, like, comment, subscribe and share. Websit...
Sit Rep - The Journey Thus Far
May 14, 2021 20:00 - 24 minutes - 17.1 MBRecently have been looking to solve many questions around the ultimate state of Heroes' Veritas. In this episode, I share where we are heading and my thought process around it. As always if you like what we are doing, like, comment, subscribe and share. Website: https://www.heroesveritas.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/heroesveritas Email: [email protected] Stay Dangerous Be sure to like, comment, subscribe and share. Register to Join the Tribe Website: https://www.hero...
Setting the Perimeter - Explained
April 26, 2021 16:00 - 42 minutes - 29.4 MBLately my character and goals have garnered me some misrepresentation, and as a result deep conversations have occured. From these, I have realized that my use of 'setting the perimeter' is not explained well enough and is lending itself to the misunderstandings. In this episode: - Define 'Setting the Perimeter' as an ethos - Explain my journey to the use of the concept - Prerequisites necessary for effective implementation - Pitfalls to be mindful of when setting your own perimeter. Webs...
Interview - Chip Baker
April 20, 2021 04:00 - 50 minutes - 34.5 MBI sit down with Chip Baker, mentor, author and coach, to discuss how to live more fully and dedicate yourself to something larger. Chip Baker Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chipbakertsc/ Ways to Support Chip Baker: https://linktr.ee/ChipBakerTSC Latest Book: https://chip-baker-the-success-chronicles.square.site/product/the-impact-of-influence/43?cs=true&cst=custom If you like what we are doing, please like, comment, subscribe and share. If you want to connect with use you can do so ...
Harnessing Fire, Learning from the Storms
April 12, 2021 10:00 - 18 minutes - 12.8 MBIn this episode, I redirect my original episode content to last minute focus on what I call, 'harnessing fire'. I focus on 3 areas of information: 1. Winter seasons are inevitable. They happen to everyone and provide us opportunities to grow. 2. What is the mark of a great man is how they handle the storms and winter seasons in their lives. 3. Analyzing you winters to ensure you have profoundly functional spring and summer seasons. If you like what we are doing, please like, comment, su...
Interview - Robbie Kroeger of Blood Origins
April 05, 2021 10:00 - 54 minutes - 37.2 MBRobbie Kroeger, founder of Blood Origins, an organization dedicated to changing the conversation around hunting, took the time with me for a great conversation about the current hunting narrative in society. We discuss the hurdles the hunting community faces, the role anti-hunters and non-hunters play in the growth or regulation of the sport, and the benefits to men of the tradition and past time of hunting. Website: https://bloodorigins.org/ Blood Origin's Instagram: https://www.instagra...
Accountability of Men
March 30, 2021 08:00 - 17 minutes - 12.1 MBDue to technical issues, this episode was late to deploy and may have some quality issues. Please accept my apologies as I work through these difficulties. In this episode: - Announcements: - Accountability - What is it? - Why is it important? - 4 steps to cultivating it Let us know your thoughts. Like, Comment, Share, and Subscribe! - STRENGTH - COURAGE - MASTERY - HONOR Stay Dangerous Be sure to like, comment, subscribe and share. Register to Join the Tribe Website: https://www.hero...
Interview - Clay Smeltzer
March 22, 2021 10:00 - 53 minutes - 36.5 MBClay Smeltzer, founder of the Purposed Infused Coaching program and buddy, sat down with me for a great conversation about the hurdles and difficulties he experienced in his life that lead him to making the pivot to taking ownership over his life. We discuss the anecdotes of being a men's coach, the two major questions every man must answer for himself, and tips/tricks that can help men take control and stop playing on the sidelines of their own lives. Website: https://purposeinfusedcoach...
Grace of the Gods (Gratitude)
March 15, 2021 10:00 - 17 minutes - 12.3 MBOn this episode I explain the practical merits of cultivating and approaching life with Gratitude. I issue a 30-day challenge to improve your gratitude and discuss how it can help your day to day interactions with others. Stay Dangerous Be sure to like, comment, subscribe and share. Register to Join the Tribe Website: https://www.heroesveritas.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/heroesveritas Email: [email protected]
Interview - Marcus Torgerson (Part 2)
March 08, 2021 11:00 - 44 minutes - 30.3 MBI got the privilege to sit down with Marcus Torgerson, Krav Maga instructor and Mental Health Champion, for a couple hours of talking about life. We had never met before, but I have respected him for a long time from his exploits. After this conversation where we discuss his background, how he wants to be remembered and how society sees Men through different filters, my respect only increased. Background about Marcus from his Site: With over four decades of martial arts experience, includi...
Episode 8: Interview - Marcus Torgerson (Part 1)
March 01, 2021 11:00 - 49 minutes - 34 MBI got the privilege to sit down with Marcus Torgerson, Krav Maga instructor and Mental Health Champion, for a couple hours of talking about life. We had never met before, but I have respected him for a long time from his exploits. After this conversation where we discuss his background, how he wants to be remembered and how society sees Men through different filters, my respect only increased. Background about Marcus from his Site: With over four decades of martial arts experience, includin...
Interview - Marcus Torgerson (Part 1)
March 01, 2021 11:00 - 49 minutes - 34 MBI got the privilege to sit down with Marcus Torgerson, Krav Maga instructor and Mental Health Champion, for a couple hours of talking about life. We had never met before, but I have respected him for a long time from his exploits. After this conversation where we discuss his background, how he wants to be remembered and how society sees Men through different filters, my respect only increased. Background about Marcus from his Site: With over four decades of martial arts experience, includin...
Tactics Over Theatrics
February 22, 2021 11:00 - 16 minutes - 11.5 MBWith this episode we cover the upcoming live event, our first guest, and the topic of 'Tactics Over Theatrics', the idea that we live too heavily in our own minds and fantasy worlds, instead of in the real world. We spend hours developing fictitious skill sets and allowing our egos to convince us that when the need arises we will somehow be equipped to handle it, despite the fact we have dedicated little to no real time to ensure our success. Get out of your head, get out of the video game,...
Honor of the Chosen
February 15, 2021 11:00 - 36 minutes - 25.4 MBDiving into the fourth and final foundational virtue, Honor. We discuss the principles that define honor as a concept, the benefits and the tactical application of establishing a system of honor. This episode is lengthier than previous episodes because the topic requires a bit more exemplification in order to provide context as to the minutia of its real-world application. Establishing your system of honor is paramount to ensure that you protect the most finite of resources, yourself. Stay ...
Master Yourself, Master the World
February 08, 2021 11:00 - 25 minutes - 17.4 MBThe third foundational virtue, Mastery, is covered in an objective and amoral context. I provide the definition within the context of Heroes' Veritas, discuss the importance of cultivating mastery as well as cultivating the wisdom and experience to know when and how to implement any skillsets you develop. Stay Dangerous Be sure to like, comment, subscribe and share. Register to Join the Tribe Website: https://www.heroesveritas.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/heroesveritas Email:...
Courage of Beasts
February 01, 2021 08:00 - 28 minutes - 19.4 MBThe second foundational virtue, Courage, is covered in depth. I provide the definition within the context of Heroes' Veritas, its synergy with strength, its utility, and its cultivation through doing difficult or scary, yet low risk, actions. Stay Dangerous Be sure to like, comment, subscribe and share. Register to Join the Tribe Website: https://www.heroesveritas.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/heroesveritas Email: [email protected]
Strength of Man
January 25, 2021 11:00 - 33 minutes - 22.9 MBFocusing on the first foundational virtue, Strength. We delve into the necessity of strength in the context of stepping into our roles as men. Strength as a virtue, applies to both physical and mental capacity. It is the base for all other virtues and the prerequisite for all ideological positions that we hold as men. Stay Dangerous Be sure to like, comment, subscribe and share. Register to Join the Tribe Website: https://www.heroesveritas.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/heroesv...
Man to Man
January 18, 2021 18:00 - 35 minutes - 24.1 MBAn exploration and introduction into the foundational virtues of being a man. We discuss the amoral and objective traits required for a man to succeed as depicted by Jack Donovan, masculinity philosopher and Ryan Michler, author and podcaster. Strength, Courage, Mastery, and Honor. Stay Dangerous Be sure to like, comment, subscribe and share. Register to Join the Tribe Website: https://www.heroesveritas.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/heroesveritas Email: [email protected]
The Path Ahead
January 15, 2021 05:00 - 21 minutes - 14.8 MBIn this episode, the meaning of Heroes' Veritas is defined as well as the purpose and goal of this project is explained. Stay Dangerous Be sure to like, comment, subscribe and share. Register to Join the Tribe Website: https://www.heroesveritas.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/heroesveritas Email: [email protected]