What does it take to be strong—and stay strong when life changes?

Christian Washington sits down with former Green Beret Tony Cowden for a candid conversation about combat, life after service, building a business, and pursuing strength without sacrificing endurance.

Tony shares difficult experiences from his deployments, including a mission involving the recovery of 26 bodies, and the lessons he carried into civilian life. He also discusses his run for Congress in North Carolina and what campaigning taught him about politics and personal sacrifice.

On the training side, Tony breaks down his approach to combining heavy lifting with endurance—including squatting and deadlifting 600 pounds and running a sub-six-minute mile within 24 hours. They explore adaptability, mental health, and why physical capability means more than a number on the bar.

The conversation also covers The Reason Outdoors and its work helping veterans, active-duty service members, and first responders find connection and purpose through outdoor experiences.

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What does working with death teach you about life? Christian sits down with Medicolegal death investigator Jalenn Earle to find out.

Jalenn shares her journey from single motherhood to studying biology and anthropology while working at a morgue. She opens up about how personal tragedy shaped her calling, what death investigators do, and the emotional weight of helping grieving families.

Together, they discuss empathy, the role of death investigations in seeking answers and justice, and why honest conversations about loss can change the way we live.

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What does it take to step into fear—and trust the preparation that got you there?

Christian Washington sits down with Dylan Anderson for a conversation about skydiving, BASE jumping, military experiences, and pursuing a life that challenges you.

Dylan shares his journey into extreme sports, the training behind high-stakes decisions, and the freedom he finds in the air. Together, they explore how military experience shapes their approach to risk, why mentorship matters, and how to keep moving toward your goals when setbacks shake your confidence.

From deployment stories to jumping off buildings, this conversation explores preparation, managing fear, and building the resilience to take the next step.

IN THIS EPISODE:
• Dylan’s progression from skydiving to BASE jumping
• Managing risk through training and preparation
• Military experiences and performing under pressure
• Finding focus and peace through extreme challenges
• Setting goals and working through setbacks
• The importance of community and mentorship
• Living fully while respecting the risks

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