MTNTOUGH Podcast w/ Dustin Diefenderfer
Episodes
Jared Hudson: Hunting Down Sex Predators & How To Protect Your Kids | MTNTOUGH POD #77
13 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
We sit down with Jared Hudson, a former Navy SEAL with an extraordinary journey from the battlefield oversees to a new battle at home. Jared has dedic...
Daniel Horner: Ten-Time USPSA Multigun Champion| MTNTOUGH POD #76
06 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Today’s guest is Daniel Horner, the ten-time USPSA Multigun Champion, four-time 3-Gun Nation Pro Series Champion and member of the SIG SAUER Profess...
Exposing The Dark Side of Tech Addiction (w/Michael Easter) | MTNT POD #75
30 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Join Dustin Diefenderfer as he sits down with Michael Easter, author of "The Comfort Crisis" and "Scarcity Brain." In this eye-ope...
Bo Nickal: The SECRET Behind His Success in UFC
23 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
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Dr. Jason Selk: Game-Changing Mindset Adjustments
16 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
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Kip Fulks: Escaping The Corporate Rat Race
09 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Today’s guest is Kip Fulks, co-founder of UNDER ARMOUR and currently the Strategic Advisor and Partner for Origin, founder of Big Truck Farm Brewery...
Trevor Farnes: Conquering Life's Mountains
02 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Trevor Farnes serves as the CEO and Co-Founder of MTN OPS, a dynamic energy and nutritional product company headquartered in Fruit Heights, Utah, cate...
Kyle Thompson: Real Men Are Spiritually Resilient
25 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Kyle Thompson, Oklahoma native, founded Undaunted Life in 2017. The mission of Undaunted. Life is equipping men to push back darkness. They do this by...
DR. ANDY GALPIN | Unlocking Elite Performance: Mental & Physical Mastery
18 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Andy Galpin is a professor of kinesiology at California State University, Fullerton. He is the Co-Director of the Center for Sport Performance and Fou...
JOHN BARKLOW: Knowledge from Storms | Special Operations Instructor & Product Manager at Sitka Gear
11 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Retired U.S. Navy Diver John Barklow spent more than two decades teaching U.S. Special Operations Forces. He’s also trained professional rescue grou...
Josh Smith: 30 Year Overnight Success Story, What It Takes To Build Montana Knife Company
04 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
As the CEO and founder of Montana Knife Company, Josh has combined his passion for hunting and extensive knowledge of blades to create one of the fast...
Akshay Nanavati: Preparing To Ski Across Antarctica For 110 Days ALONE
28 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In November 2024, Akshay will set foot in Antarctica to begin a 1,700 mile journey where he will drag a 400-pound sled filled with all his supplies ne...
Jim Shockey: How A Legend Is Coping With Loss With A Resilient Mindset
21 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Jim Shockey is an award-winning outdoor writer, wildlife photographer, filmmaker, naturalist, wilderness guide, TV host, and outfitter. He owns severa...
REMI WARREN's Unbreakable Mindset, Entrepreneurship, and Future Vision
14 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Today’s guest is Remi Warren. Remi is a hunter, guide, and conservationist who is passionate about sharing his knowledge and information with others...
JOCKO WILLINK: Bowhunting, Fatherhood, Fitness, Good.
06 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Jocko Willink is a retired U.S. Navy SEAL officer, co-author of the #1 New York Times bestseller Extreme Ownership: How U.S. Navy SEALs Lead and Win, ...
CLIFF GRAY: Escaping the Rat Race and Thriving in the Backcountry
30 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Cliff Gray is an avid outdoorsman, pilot and certified wilderness first responder. He has personally guided dozens of big game hunts, while his previo...
MICHAEL RODRIGUEZ: The Green Beret Building The Global War on Terrorism Memorial Foundation
23 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Today’s guest is Michael “Rod” Rodríguez. Rod is the President and CEO of the Global War on Terrorism Memorial Foundation. He joined the U.S. A...
BERT SORIN: "Struggle Well" Harnessing Life's Challenges
16 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Learn how to embrace struggle and live a more abundant life. Bert delivers extraordinary wisdom and breaks it down into simple and applicable mindset ...
SEAN LAKE: The BUBS Natural Story, From Benghazi Heroism to Legacy of Adventure & Patriotism
09 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Sean Lake is the co-founder of BUBS Naturals. The BUBS namesake derives from Glen ‘BUB’ Doherty, who was heroically killed in Benghazi, Libya in 2...
CHADD WRIGHT: Revealing His Mental Toughness Secrets
02 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Join us for an inspiring episode on the MTNTOUGH Podcast with Navy Seal Chad Wright: After overcoming an initial rejection by the US Navy to attend SE...
JOE DE SENA: Spartan Race Founder; Shaping a Healthier, more Patriotic World
26 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Join us for an inspiring episode with Joe De Sena, the founder of Spartan Race. Discover how Joe's passion for resilience and mental toughness is ...
CHRISTIAN SCHAUF: Playing Rock Music for US Soldiers & Founding Uncharted Supply
19 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Christian Schauf is not only the founder of Uncharted Supply Co., but he also has a unique background in music and service. Before diving into the wor...
BRIAN JOHNSON: The Ancient Power of Areté
12 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Brian Johnson is the Founder & CEO of Heroic Public Benefit Corporation and the author of Areté: Activate Your Heroic Potential. He’s 50% Philo...
BEAR HANDLON: From The Navy SEALs to Entrepreneurship and Founding Born Primitive
05 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Bear, is the Co-Founder and CEO of Born Primitive, a fitness, athleisure, and outdoor apparelbrand and the co-host of The Born Primitive Podcast. In 2...
COREY JACOBSEN: "It took me 9 seasons before I killed my first elk."
27 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Corey Jacobsen is an 11-time World Elk Calling Champion, the 2022 SIG Hunter Games Champion, and host of the Elk Talk Podcast. He has a distinguished ...
ANDY STUMPF: How a Navy SEAL Overcomes Life's Obstacles
20 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Andy Stumpf is an extraordinary individual whose life has been defined by a relentless pursuit of excellence, service to others, and an unyielding com...
DEREK WOLFE: NFL Superstar Defends Hunting From Anti Hunters and Reveals His Champion's Mindset
13 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Former NFL superstar Derek Wolfe shares his unstoppable mindset and journey from the football field to defending hunting. With a history of overcoming...
CHAD ROBICHAUX: USMC Force Recon Veteran, Speaker, Author, MMA fighter, and Philanthropist EP01
06 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
After eight deployments to Afghanistan as part of a Joint Special Operations Command (JSOC) Task Force, Chad transitioned from the military to the US ...
DON REICHELT: Ultra Running Strategy: Pain, Suffering, Emotion E51
30 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Don Reichelt is an acclaimed trail and ultra runner, distinguished for his exceptional endurance and speed, residing in the scenic Fairplay, Colorado....
TODD ORR: Attacked Twice By The Same Grizzly Bear E50
22 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Get ready for an incredible story of survival and resilience in the face of danger. Join us as we dive into the harrowing experience of Todd, a true m...
RANDY NEWBERG + KYLE KAMP: Nutrition Makeover for Randy E49
16 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Randy Newberg and Kyle Kamp from Valley to Peak Nutrition, who specializes in nutrition coach for backcountry enthusiasts, sits down to discuss Randy&...
KYLE KAMP: Obesity to Dietician, An Amazing Journey and the New MTN Nutrition Program E48
08 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Kyle Kamp is a dietitian living in Idaho who helps people prepare for and perform optimally in the mountains. Aside from the outdoors, his primary pas...
SARAH MASCHINO: Rev up Power and Strength: New Kettlebell and Minimal Gear Programs E47
08 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Sarah and Dustin sit down to discuss the new Kettlebell Diesel program as well as the new Minimal Gear Mountain Program available to MTNTOUGH+ Subscri...
MAJOR DONNY BIGHAM: New World Record and the MTN Strength Program E46
02 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Retired Major Donny Bigham has over 27 years of service in the Marine Corps and the U.S. Army with 48 months of combat deployments to Bosnia, Afghanis...
RANDY NEWBERG: "How I'm preparing for the toughest hunt of my life." E45
28 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Today on the Podcast, we talk with Randy Newberg to discuss why he's decided to focus more on his physical fitness. This is an inspiring episode you w...
LTCOL BYRON OWEN: The Battle for Shewan - Outnumbered, Yet Victorious, No Americans Lost E44
20 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In Today's episode Byron recounts The Battle of Shewan: August 8, 2008 Thirty Marines bravely fought back waves of Taliban fighters for over eight hou...
BRANDON MADDOX: Founder, CEO and President of Silencer Central E43
11 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Brandon Maddox, CEO and owner of Silencer Central, is recognized as a national thought leader on Class 3 firearms. What began as Maddox’s home-based...
MIKE GLOVER: Founder & CEO Field Craft Survival E42
04 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Mike spent 18-years in the US Army and as a government contractor for OGA. He served as a SGM inSpecial Forces in various positions and deployed multi...
KYLE ZIBROWSKI: Triumph over Alcohol Addiction E41
21 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Join us for a powerful and intimate conversation with MTNTOUGH customer Kyle Zabrowski, a man who has navigated through the stormy waters of alcoholis...
Greg Putnam: Former Navy SEAL now Owner and Operator of Little Belt Cattle Co. E40
16 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Greg Putnam is a former Navy SEAL now owner and operator of Little Belt Cattle Co, providing start to finish grass fed beef to Americans. Listen for t...
MTNTOUGH Live Q+A - November 2023 - Dr. Tom Walters of Rehab Science
13 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
About every month we host a live Q&A on different topics surrounding the MTNTOUGH ethos. Watch our third Q&A from November 2023 with our Dr. o...
Jim Ramos: Host of "The Men in the Arena" Podcast E39
08 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Join us on the MTNTOUGH podcast as we welcome bestselling author and acclaimed speaker Jim Ramos. With a laser focus on empowering men, Jim has establ...
Capt. Luke Ebeling: Winner of The 2023 Best Ranger Competition E38
25 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
On the MTNTOUGH Podcast we are joined by Luke Ebeling, who has an incredible story to share. Luke emerged as the winner of the prestigious best Ranger...
MTNTOUGH Athletic Director Sarah Maschino: Deep dive in to Gym ON-RAMP, NEW Entry Level Full Gym Program E37
12 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Eliminate the intimidation factor when it comes to starting MTNTOUGH and working out in a fitness facility. GYM ON-RAMP incorporates functional, dynam...
Paul Jordaan: Former Professional Rugby Player, Professional Hunting Guide, and Fitness Addict E36
10 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Paul is a former rugby sensation from South Africa who made his mark in the world of sports as a rugby union footballer, he represented La Rochelle in...
MTNTOUGH Live Q+A - September 2023 - SB20 Program
03 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Every month we host a live Q&A on different topics surrounding the MTNTOUGH ethos. Watch our second Q&A with our Athletic Director Sarah Masch...
Nate Kouhana - Former Green Beret providing protein to hard-working Americans E35
28 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Dive into the exhilarating journey of Nate Kouhana, a revered former Green Beret, adorned with accolades such as two Bronze Star Medals and a Purple H...
Bode Miller - The Mental Preparation of a World Champion E34
14 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Leave us a review on it in the podcast platform of your chice to win a Stone Glacier 5900” *Email [email protected] a screen shot of your review ...
MTNTOUGH Live Q+A - August 2023 - Mental Toughness
12 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Every month we host a live Q&A on different topics surrounding the MTNTOUGH ethos. Watch our first Q&A with our Director of Mindset Phil and o...
Margaux Alvarez - CrossFit Games, Hunter Games, the Tactical Games, & living an abundant life | E33
29 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Margaux Alvarez is a 7x CrossFit Games athlete, Titan Games finalist, and Tactical Games athlete, though her endeavors extend far beyond the competiti...
Becca Boylan: Life Lessons from a 475 Mile Run Across Montana E32
24 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
"My mind, depleted and fatigued to an extent I've never experienced or imagined." Becca Boylan ran 475 miles across Montana in 24 days and that is jus...
Collin Cottrell: Choose to Change Your Life - Losing 100 lb. to Running Ultras E31
10 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Collin Cottrell looked in the mirror three years ago and decided to change his life. He chose to become the best version of himself, from a husband to...
Sam Magro - A Mindset Carved by Ice, Rock, & Snow E30
13 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
We're excited to welcome Sam Magro to the MTNTOUGH podcast. An acclaimed adventurer and mountain guide, Sam brings a wealth of experience from around ...
Michael Easter - Author of the Comfort Crisis & Founder of 2%
06 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Michael Easter stands at the forefront of the intersection between modern scientific discoveries and ancestral wisdom, pioneering improvements in heal...
MTNTOUGH Podcast: Lieutenant Colonel Scott Gross
29 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Last year, we put a call out to our community to share the ways MTNTOUGH has impacted their lives. Thousands answered, but one story stood out. We sit...
Turning Feral with Zach Hanson
13 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Hanson lived on cruise control. He had a thriving career, designer clothes, and a jet-setting lifestyle. He practiced high-level jiu-jitsu, ran ultram...
High Altitude Exercise Physiology and Human Performance with Tom Cuddy, MSc
23 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Tom Cuddy has a passion for how the body functions at high altitude and helps others apply a scientific approach to training. As a scientist Tom sha...
Major Donny Bigham - A Scientific Approach to Physical Dominance
11 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Retired Major Donny Bigham served 27 years of service to the Nation in the Marine Corps and the US Army. He is humbled to have served in almost every ...
MTN OPS Co-Founder Trevor Farnes - 5 Million Meals and the Creation of "Conquer Hunger"
20 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Dustin sits down with Trevor Farnes, Founder of MTN OPS to hear the story of how "Conquer Hunger'' was created, a program that gives meals to those in...
Creating Montana's 100 Mile Race with Megan DeHaan
18 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Megan DeHaan is a mother, rancher, ultra-runner, and founder of the Crazy Mountain 100, Montana's only 100-mile ultra-endurance race! She bridges the ...
David Brinker on the Lifelong Struggle to Tame Anxiety and Fight Deep Depression
13 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Dave Brinker, host of the Altitude Show, avid hunter and musician sits down with Dustin to dive into his struggle with depression. After a successful ...
From Heavy Metal to the Army, Rich Spalla Finds New Purpose with SIG SAUER
10 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Rich Spalla, SIG SAUER Product Manager and Academy Instructor, sits down with Dustin to share his crazy life story from being in a heavy metal band, t...
Cody Rich Defies, "You will never walk again."
21 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Cody Rich is a hunter, entrepreneur, and spinal injury survivor. After being told he would never walk again by several doctors following a life alteri...
Eric McCormack on Nutrition
27 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Eric McCormack is a retired police officer and trainer with a client list of heavy hitters such as Rihana Cary, Mark Scott, Lori Winberg and Cam Hanes...
Nick Jones - Recipient of the Navy Cross, Founder of Talons Reach Foundation
25 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Marine Raider. Veteran. Recipient of the Navy Cross, Navy and Marine Corps Commendation Medal for Valor, and a Purple Heart. President and Founder of ...
Brian Barney on Epic Hunts, and the Requirement of Mental Toughness
24 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Brian Barney is an Eastmans Bowhunting Journal staff writer, host of the Eastmans Elevated Podcast, business owner and a lifelong adventure bowhunter....
GoWild's Brayden Ware and Paul Campbell - The Go Wild Challenge
24 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In designing the "The GoWild Challenge," we invited Brayden of GoWild and Paul from The O2 Podcast to the LAB to test it for themselves, and also get ...
MTNTOUGH Crew's 2022 Hunting Stories
24 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Packing out an elk with a paddle board... Moose pack-out immediately after 880 lunges.... 16 mile day in snow ending with a bull down... All things th...
Kurt Racicot, Founder of Stone Glacier
24 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The saying "necessity is the mother of invention" comes to mind when hearing the story of how Kurt Racicot created his first hunting pack. Unsatisfied...
Phil Kornachuk on Mental Toughness from the Military
24 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
From his days working as a kid on a rural Ontario dairy farm to over two decades of elite service in the Canadian and U.S. Militaries, Phil Kornachuk ...
Adam Weatherby on Hunting, Faith, Fitness & Managing a Multigenerational Family Company
24 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
When Adam Weatherby’s grandfather Roy started Weatherby Sporting Goods in 1945, his focus was on developing the fastest hunting rifle cartridge in t...
Aaron Mulkey on Defying Age with Ice Climbing Legend
24 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Aaron Mulkey has over 300 first ascents to his name on the ice falls around his Wyoming home, and he continues to push the boundaries of the sport. Aa...
Brian Gilman, CEO of Warriors & Quiet Warriors and 27 year Marine Recon Veteran
24 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
After commanding Marines at the platoon, company, battalion, and regimental level — including multiple combat tours in both Iraq and Afghanistan —...
David Wise on Mental Toughness as an Elite Athlete
24 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Freestyle skier David Wise — a two-time Olympic gold medalist and four-time X Games gold medalist — sits down with MTNTOUGH to talk about fatherho...
Remi Warren on Mental Toughness in the Mountains
24 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Lifelong hunter Remi Warren is passionate about the outdoors and sharing his adventures with the world. As an avid outdoorsman, hunting guide, conserv...
Jack Carr, Navy SEAL Veteran and Best Selling Author
24 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Jack Carr spent 20 years as a Navy SEAL, where he served as a Team Leader, Platoon Commander, Troop Commander, Task Unit Commander and a sniper. Now, ...
Mike Glover, Former Special Forces Sergeant Major, Entrepreneur and Professional Rally Car Racer
24 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Mike Glover is a veteran, entrepreneur and aspiring professional rally car driver. In this interview, Mike and Dustin go into the beginnings of Mike's...
Clay Croft from Expedition Overland on Faith, Tenacity & Entrepreneurship
24 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Clay Croft is the Founder and Leader of Expedition Overland, a team of adventure travelers sharing through video, their exploration of some of the wor...
Tyler Wilschetz, Grizzly Survivor: A Providence Story
24 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Tyler Wilschetz is a pastor and avid bowhunter based out of Kalispell, MT. This archery season (Fall 2021) Tyler encountered a grizzly bear point blan...
Ara Megerdichian and Dustin Diefenderfer on Mental Toughness in Fatherhood
24 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this podcast, we have Ara Megerdichian and MTNTOUGH Founder Dustin Diefenderfer discussing how mental toughness plays a role in parenting, specific...
Ara Megerdichian and Dustin Diefenderfer on the Art of Lifelong Mental Toughness
23 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this podcast, have MTNTOUGH Strategic Advisor Ara Megerdichian and MTNTOUGH Founder Dustin Diefenderfer discussing how one manages to have a strong...
DD & RW New App Pod
01 Jan 1970
Contributed by Lukas
DD & RW New App Pod