Kelvin Jenkins had to make a decision in life. His health was a liability.So, he started running and working out and unlocked a never quit mentality that our friend Adam Cooper knows about as well.They both join the show to talk about Kelvin's upcoming physical challenge, the 4x4x48. Kelvin is running on August 11th to raise money and donate the proceeds to The Georgia Cancer Center. He will run 4 miles, every 4 hours, for 48 hours, to not only challenge himself, but hopefully inspire others like he was inspired to do something more.This is PICK UP THE SIX Podcast.

Kelvin Jenkins had to make a decision in life. His health was a liability. So, he started running and working out and unlocked a never quit mentality that our friend Adam Cooper knows about as well. They both join the show to talk about Kelvin's upcoming physical challenge, the 4x4x48. Kelvin is running on August 11th to raise money and donate the proceeds to The Georgia Cancer Center. He will run 4 miles, every 4 hours, for 48 hours, to not only challenge himself, but hopefully inspire others like he was inspired to do something more. This is PICK UP THE SIX Podcast.

#163: Kelvin Jenkins, 4x4x48 and Never Quitting

Matt Butler

The headline in the associated press on July 7th read, "An Afghan man who spent years helping US forces in Afghanistan is shot and killed in Washington."But, there’s so much more to that story, including a bond and brotherhood between the Afghan man killed, his name was Nasrat, and our guest today.Matt Butler is Army Special Forces. Nasrat was his interpreter on deployments to Afghanistan.We cover a lot in our conversation, including their service together, the movie script that was Nasrat and his family’s exit from Afghanistan, and we get into plant based medicine for PTSD. All on this episode of PICK UP THE SIX Podcast.Support for Nasrat's family: https://www.gofundme.com/f/support-family-of-murdered-afghan-interpreter

The headline in the associated press on July 7th read, "An Afghan man who spent years helping US forces in Afghanistan is shot and killed in Washington." But, there’s so much more to that story, including a bond and brotherhood between the Afghan man killed, his name was Nasrat, and our guest today. Matt Butler is Army Special Forces. Nasrat was his interpreter on deployments to Afghanistan. We cover a lot in our conversation, including their service together, the movie script that was Nasrat and his family’s exit from Afghanistan, and we get into plant based medicine for PTSD. All on this episode of PICK UP THE SIX Podcast. Support for Nasrat's family: <a href="https://www.gofundme.com/f/support-family-of-murdered-afghan-interpreter" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.gofundme.com/f/support-family-of-murdered-afghan-interpreter</a>

#162: Matt Butler, Nasrat's Story

Edgar Mills

Edgar Mills joined me for Episode 125 and he’s back today talking about a pair of events he’s putting on this fall, all in the name of helping passionate people become safer, more competent, more confident shooters. His training events are coming up in October, we talk about that, and we shoot the shit about other stuff, including a guest appearance from a howling beagle that gins up a story.This is PICK UP THE SIX Podcast.

Edgar Mills joined me for Episode 125 and he’s back today talking about a pair of events he’s putting on this fall, all in the name of helping passionate people become safer, more competent, more confident shooters. His training events are coming up in October, we talk about that, and we shoot the shit about other stuff, including a guest appearance from a howling beagle that gins up a story. This is PICK UP THE SIX Podcast.

#161: Edgar Mills, Osprey Shooting Solutions

Jordan Harmon

If you’re like me, you’ve seen a groundswell of support for a new film called Sound of Freedom, starring Passion of the Christ actor Jim Caviezel. Sound of Freedom is a true story film that exposes the darkness of child trafficking. A federal agent saves a boy from traffickers, but his sister is still captive. He embarks on a dangerous mission, risking his life to free her from a fate worse than death.I just finished this film last night, and I’m honored to invite Jordan Harmon on to the show today. Jordan is the President of Angel Studios, the production company that has helped bring this film to life. This isn’t the first time PICK UP THE SIX listeners have heard of Angel Studios, and it won’t be the last.This is PICK UP THE SIX Podcast.--For more visit www.angel.com/freedom

If you’re like me, you’ve seen a groundswell of support for a new film called Sound of Freedom, starring Passion of the Christ actor Jim Caviezel. Sound of Freedom is a true story film that exposes the darkness of child trafficking. A federal agent saves a boy from traffickers, but his sister is still captive. He embarks on a dangerous mission, risking his life to free her from a fate worse than death. I just finished this film last night, and I’m honored to invite Jordan Harmon on to the show today. Jordan is the President of Angel Studios, the production company that has helped bring this film to life. This isn’t the first time PICK UP THE SIX listeners have heard of Angel Studios, and it won’t be the last. This is PICK UP THE SIX Podcast. -- For more visit <a href="http://www.angel.com/freedom" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.angel.com/freedom</a>

#160: Jordan Harmon, Sound of Freedom from Angel Studios

Resolute Ready is an open global community founded by the families of Veterans to give support through mental and physical trauma.A global community, spearheaded by a pair of friends, and high impact women out of Australia. I’m honored to introduce you to Lidia and Susan and Resolute Ready on this episode of PICK UP THE SIX PODCAST.

Resolute Ready is an open global community founded by the families of Veterans to give support through mental and physical trauma. A global community, spearheaded by a pair of friends, and high impact women out of Australia. I’m honored to introduce you to Lidia and Susan and Resolute Ready on this episode of PICK UP THE SIX PODCAST.

#159: Lidia and Susan, Resolute Ready

Jerry Adams

Jerry Adams has spent over 30-years in the steel industry. He started on the mill floor and has worked his way up to leadership, and along the way he has continued to work on himself through his mind, body and soul.Jerry has a new book called Men of Grit - Strong as Steel: How to Build a Legacy of Unbreakable Strength. Jerry’s book, and our conversation today, is a bold call to confront the crisis of modern masculinity.Check out Jerry and his book at: https://menofgrit.com

Jerry Adams has spent over 30-years in the steel industry. He started on the mill floor and has worked his way up to leadership, and along the way he has continued to work on himself through his mind, body and soul. Jerry has a new book called Men of Grit - Strong as Steel: How to Build a Legacy of Unbreakable Strength. Jerry’s book, and our conversation today, is a bold call to confront the crisis of modern masculinity. Check out Jerry and his book at: <a href="https://menofgrit.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://menofgrit.com</a>

#158: Jerry Adams, Men of Grit

Damon Friedman

Damon Friedman has one simple goal: Change the world.I mean, simple enough, right?Listen for the first 30-seconds of our interview and you can tell he’s serious. It will come as no surprise, he has an incredible story, from the streets of Los Angeles born to an abusive father, to a career as a Combat Controller, Damon flat-out is purpose driven. That has carried into his work to empower warriors to find purpose and be resilient through SOF Missions, and his book Igniting Movements. The energy level is getting cranked up and I loved this conversation with Damon Friedman.

Damon Friedman has one simple goal: Change the world. I mean, simple enough, right? Listen for the first 30-seconds of our interview and you can tell he’s serious. It will come as no surprise, he has an incredible story, from the streets of Los Angeles born to an abusive father, to a career as a Combat Controller, Damon flat-out is purpose driven. That has carried into his work to empower warriors to find purpose and be resilient through SOF Missions, and his book Igniting Movements. The energy level is getting cranked up and I loved this conversation with Damon Friedman.

#157: Dr. Damon Friedman, Igniting Movements

Brian Eddy

Brian Eddy joins the show today. He’s a retired Colonel in the United States Air Force and the Founder and President of BondFire Ranch, a non-profit with the mission of warming the hearts of families, especially military and first responders.Brian served for 28-years in the Air Force, including a pair of assignments at Dover Air Force Base, his last assignment as the Commander of the Air Force Mortuary Affairs Operations. He’s been a part of ensuring our fallen heroes received the dignified transfer they deserve, a heavy job, to be sure.Through that he realized he needed to address mental health in his life, and with that the BondFire Ranch was born. Let’s meet Brian on this episode of PICK UP THE SIX Podcast.

Brian Eddy joins the show today. He’s a retired Colonel in the United States Air Force and the Founder and President of BondFire Ranch, a non-profit with the mission of warming the hearts of families, especially military and first responders. Brian served for 28-years in the Air Force, including a pair of assignments at Dover Air Force Base, his last assignment as the Commander of the Air Force Mortuary Affairs Operations. He’s been a part of ensuring our fallen heroes received the dignified transfer they deserve, a heavy job, to be sure. Through that he realized he needed to address mental health in his life, and with that the BondFire Ranch was born. Let’s meet Brian on this episode of PICK UP THE SIX Podcast.

#156: Col. Brian Eddy, BondFire Ranch

Josh Appel

On Memorial Day thousands of men and women will complete the annual Memorial Day Murph. It's a WOD (work out of the day) in honor of fallen Navy SEAL Lt. Michael Murphy, killed in action in 2005 during Operation Red Wings. On this special archived episode of PICK UP THE SIX Podcast we talk to Josh Appel, an Air Force Pararescuemen (aka PJ) who was part of the team during Red Wings, and who later helped start the Murph Challenge.  --On May 11, 2005, Josh Appel graduated from medical school.One month later, he was in Afghanistan and by June 28th he was part of the now infamous rescue of the Lone Survivor Marcus Luttrell.We revisit Operation Red Wings, from Josh’s perspective, Including incredible acts of service before self along the way. And, he talks about his connection to the Memorial Day Murph, a tradition that unites thousands in an effort to honor fallen heroes.This is PICK UP THE SIX Podcast.

On Memorial Day thousands of men and women will complete the annual Memorial Day Murph. It's a WOD (work out of the day) in honor of fallen Navy SEAL Lt. Michael Murphy, killed in action in 2005 during Operation Red Wings. On this special archived episode of PICK UP THE SIX Podcast we talk to Josh Appel, an Air Force Pararescuemen (aka PJ) who was part of the team during Red Wings, and who later helped start the Murph Challenge. -- On May 11, 2005, Josh Appel graduated from medical school. One month later, he was in Afghanistan and by June 28th he was part of the now infamous rescue of the Lone Survivor Marcus Luttrell. We revisit Operation Red Wings, from Josh’s perspective, Including incredible acts of service before self along the way. And, he talks about his connection to the Memorial Day Murph, a tradition that unites thousands in an effort to honor fallen heroes. This is PICK UP THE SIX Podcast.

Archive #124: Josh Appel, Memorial Day Murph

Dan Murphy

This is a special, archived episode of PICK UP THE SIX Podcast with Dan Murphy. With Memorial Day approaching, thousands of people will Honor the Fallen with a special WOD on Monday the 29th call The Murph. Today, we revisit our conversation on Episode 25 with Lt. Michael Murphy's father, Dan. I hope you enjoy it.--"Thank you."Those were the last words of Lieutenant Michael Murphy before he laid down his life for his nation. He was a Navy SEAL, a friend, brother, and to our guest, a son.Dan Murphy joins the show to talk about his hero Michael, and how his legacy lives on today, one Murph at a time.--See more at:https://murphfoundation.org https://murphsealmuseum.org https://themurphchallenge.com

This is a special, archived episode of PICK UP THE SIX Podcast with Dan Murphy. With Memorial Day approaching, thousands of people will Honor the Fallen with a special WOD on Monday the 29th call The Murph. Today, we revisit our conversation on Episode 25 with Lt. Michael Murphy's father, Dan. I hope you enjoy it. -- "Thank you." Those were the last words of Lieutenant Michael Murphy before he laid down his life for his nation. He was a Navy SEAL, a friend, brother, and to our guest, a son. Dan Murphy joins the show to talk about his hero Michael, and how his legacy lives on today, one Murph at a time. -- See more at: <a href="https://murphfoundation.org" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://murphfoundation.org</a> <a href="https://murphsealmuseum.org" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://murphsealmuseum.org</a> <a href="https://themurphchallenge.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://themurphchallenge.com</a>

Archive #25: Dan Murphy, His Hero Son Murph the Protector

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Nick Nichols

Do you ever strike up a conversation with someone and less than 5-minutes in your like, thank you God for intervening and bringing us together?That’s exactly how I felt after about 2-minutes of recording this podcast with today’s guest. Colonel Nick Nichols is an Air Force veteran and F-16 pilot who continues his service with Folds of Honor.Let’s meet Col. Nichols and hear more about the mission of Folds of Honor to support military and first responder families.This is PICK UP THE SIX Podcast.--Important links: https://foldsofhonor.orgShow sponsors:Every Man Jack: Use promo code PUT6 at everymanjack.com on orders of $50 or more to save 25%.Amino-Vital: Use promo code PUT6 to save 20% off at amino-vital.com today to save on BCAAs.

Do you ever strike up a conversation with someone and less than 5-minutes in your like, thank you God for intervening and bringing us together? That’s exactly how I felt after about 2-minutes of recording this podcast with today’s guest. Colonel Nick Nichols is an Air Force veteran and F-16 pilot who continues his service with Folds of Honor. Let’s meet Col. Nichols and hear more about the mission of Folds of Honor to support military and first responder families. This is PICK UP THE SIX Podcast. -- Important links: <a href="https://foldsofhonor.org" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://foldsofhonor.org</a> Show sponsors: Every Man Jack: Use promo code PUT6 at <a href="http://everymanjack.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">everymanjack.com</a> on orders of $50 or more to save 25%. Amino-Vital: Use promo code PUT6 to save 20% off at <a href="http://amino-vital.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">amino-vital.com</a> today to save on BCAAs.

#155: Col. Nick Nichols, Folds of Honor

Phil Palmer

Our friends at WarriorWOD prioritize exercise and nutrition as prescriptions for veterans' recovery from Post-Traumatic Stress and other invisible wounds.Phil Palmer is a friend, and he joined me on episode 99 of the podcast to introduce us to his incredible organization (https://www.warriorwod.org). I love what they’re doing because they live with the credo of, "I’ve got your six."Phil’s back today talking about an annual event that WarriorWOD hosts that you can be a part or, the I GOT YOUR SIX team event.Let’s catch up with Phil Palmer of WarriorWOD on this episode of PICK UP THE SIX Podcast.--Every Man Jack: Use promo code PUT6 at everymanjack.com on orders of $50 or more to save 25%.Amino-Vital: Use promo code PUT6 to save 20% off at amino-vital.com today to save on BCAAs.

Our friends at WarriorWOD prioritize exercise and nutrition as prescriptions for veterans' recovery from Post-Traumatic Stress and other invisible wounds. Phil Palmer is a friend, and he joined me on episode 99 of the podcast to introduce us to his incredible organization (<a href="https://www.warriorwod.org" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.warriorwod.org</a>). I love what they’re doing because they live with the credo of, "I’ve got your six." Phil’s back today talking about an annual event that WarriorWOD hosts that you can be a part or, the I GOT YOUR SIX team event. Let’s catch up with Phil Palmer of WarriorWOD on this episode of PICK UP THE SIX Podcast. -- Every Man Jack: Use promo code PUT6 at <a href="http://everymanjack.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">everymanjack.com</a> on orders of $50 or more to save 25%. Amino-Vital: Use promo code PUT6 to save 20% off at <a href="http://amino-vital.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">amino-vital.com</a> today to save on BCAAs.

#154: Phil Palmer, WarriorWOD I Got Your 6

Eric Springer

Eric Springer joins the podcast today and he’s a self described “Human Swiss Army knife.”An Air Force Veteran having spent time as a commander and then heavily involved in Special Operations Command, you might see where that Swiss Army knife reference comes from.What's a multi-tooled asset to do when transitioning from military to civilian life? It was a real challenge for Eric at first then he had a breakthrough, and he shares a secret to success and fulfillment with you on this episode of PICK UP THE SIX Podcast.Show sponsors:Every Man Jack: Use promo code PUT6 at everymanjack.com on orders of $50 or more to save 25%.Amino-Vital: Use promo code PUT6 to save 20% off at amino-vital.com today to save on BCAAs.

Eric Springer joins the podcast today and he’s a self described “Human Swiss Army knife.” An Air Force Veteran having spent time as a commander and then heavily involved in Special Operations Command, you might see where that Swiss Army knife reference comes from. What's a multi-tooled asset to do when transitioning from military to civilian life? It was a real challenge for Eric at first then he had a breakthrough, and he shares a secret to success and fulfillment with you on this episode of PICK UP THE SIX Podcast. Show sponsors: Every Man Jack: Use promo code PUT6 at <a href="http://everymanjack.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">everymanjack.com</a> on orders of $50 or more to save 25%. Amino-Vital: Use promo code PUT6 to save 20% off at <a href="http://amino-vital.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">amino-vital.com</a> today to save on BCAAs.

#153: Eric Springer, Admired Leadership

James Livingston

Wounded a third time and unable to walk he steadfastly remained in the dangerously exposed area, deploying his men to more tenable positions and supervising the evacuation of casualties. Only when assured the safety of his men did he allow himself to be evacuated.On May 2nd, 1968, Captain James Livingston and his Marine company moved through an open rice paddy, while taking heavy fire from the enemy in an effort to help another stranded group of marines.His action on that day in Vietnam earned, now retired, Major General Livingston our nation’s highest honor for military service, the Medal of Honor.Today, we meet General Livingston and hear his story on this episode of PICK UP THE SIX podcast.--Show sponsors:Every Man Jack: Use promo code PUT6 at everymanjack.com on orders of $50 or more to save 25%.Amino-Vital: Use promo code PUT6 to save 20% off at amino-vital.com today to save on BCAAs.

Wounded a third time and unable to walk he steadfastly remained in the dangerously exposed area, deploying his men to more tenable positions and supervising the evacuation of casualties. Only when assured the safety of his men did he allow himself to be evacuated. On May 2nd, 1968, Captain James Livingston and his Marine company moved through an open rice paddy, while taking heavy fire from the enemy in an effort to help another stranded group of marines. His action on that day in Vietnam earned, now retired, Major General Livingston our nation’s highest honor for military service, the Medal of Honor. Today, we meet General Livingston and hear his story on this episode of PICK UP THE SIX podcast. -- Show sponsors: Every Man Jack: Use promo code PUT6 at <a href="http://everymanjack.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">everymanjack.com</a> on orders of $50 or more to save 25%. Amino-Vital: Use promo code PUT6 to save 20% off at <a href="http://amino-vital.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">amino-vital.com</a> today to save on BCAAs.

#152: Maj. General James Livingston, the Battle of Dai Do

Our guest today is a Catholic priest, an Air Force chaplain, and a black belt in martial arts.His name is Father Daniel Duplantis, and he’s the author of a new book, "Jesus in the Dojo: A christian pedagogy of martial arts"We’re breaking boards and Satan's grip on our sins on this episode of PICK UP THE SIX Podcast.--Show sponsors:Every Man Jack: Use promo code PUT6 at everymanjack.com on orders of $50 or more to save 25%.Amino-Vital: Use promo code PUT6 to save 20% off at amino-vital.com today to save on BCAAs.

Our guest today is a Catholic priest, an Air Force chaplain, and a black belt in martial arts. His name is Father Daniel Duplantis, and he’s the author of a new book, "Jesus in the Dojo: A christian pedagogy of martial arts" We’re breaking boards and Satan's grip on our sins on this episode of PICK UP THE SIX Podcast. -- Show sponsors: Every Man Jack: Use promo code PUT6 at <a href="http://everymanjack.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">everymanjack.com</a> on orders of $50 or more to save 25%. Amino-Vital: Use promo code PUT6 to save 20% off at <a href="http://amino-vital.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">amino-vital.com</a> today to save on BCAAs.

#151: Father Dan Duplantis, the Karate Priest

Bryan Offutt

The mission of Q30 is to reduce the incidence of traumatic brain injury on the sports field and on the battlefield.Maybe you’ve seen their product in action, like I did watching football last season and seeing players like Tony Pollard of the Dallas Cowboys or Boston Scott of the Philadelphia Eagles with this thin strip of plastic on their neck. I thought, what is that?It’s the latest technology from Q30, and today, while he is quite literally driving to the Best Ranger Competition, Bryan Ouffutt joins the show to tells us more about their work to protect the brain from the damage caused by repetitive head impacts that can alter brain tissue. This is PICK UP THE SIX Podcast.--This episode is sponsored by Every Man Jack.If you haven't heard of them, they're a men's grooming company that creates some of the highest performing, best-smelling products on the market. They believe it's not just about what you put in your body that matters, but what you put on your body.From their body wash, to deodorant, to beard oil and more, they are made with naturally derived ingredients and incredible outdoorsy scents that bring the best of nature into their bottles and bars.Here’s what you do. Head to everymanjack.com today and use our special promo code PUT6 for 25% off on orders of 50 dollars or more.Making small changes to your routine, even in the shower, can have a significant impact, and Every Man Jack makes that easy. Every Man Jack. Naturally Derived. Outdoor Inspired.

The mission of Q30 is to reduce the incidence of traumatic brain injury on the sports field and on the battlefield. Maybe you’ve seen their product in action, like I did watching football last season and seeing players like Tony Pollard of the Dallas Cowboys or Boston Scott of the Philadelphia Eagles with this thin strip of plastic on their neck. I thought, what is that? It’s the latest technology from Q30, and today, while he is quite literally driving to the Best Ranger Competition, Bryan Ouffutt joins the show to tells us more about their work to protect the brain from the damage caused by repetitive head impacts that can alter brain tissue. This is PICK UP THE SIX Podcast. -- This episode is sponsored by Every Man Jack. If you haven't heard of them, they're a men's grooming company that creates some of the highest performing, best-smelling products on the market. They believe it's not just about what you put in your body that matters, but what you put on your body. From their body wash, to deodorant, to beard oil and more, they are made with naturally derived ingredients and incredible outdoorsy scents that bring the best of nature into their bottles and bars. Here’s what you do. Head to <a href="http://everymanjack.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">everymanjack.com</a> today and use our special promo code PUT6 for 25% off on orders of 50 dollars or more. Making small changes to your routine, even in the shower, can have a significant impact, and Every Man Jack makes that easy.  Every Man Jack. Naturally Derived. Outdoor Inspired.

#150: Bryan Offutt, Q30 Collar

Dom Raso

"And they compelled a passer-by, Simon of Cyre′ne, who was coming in from the country, the father of Alexander and Rufus, to carry his cross."- Mark 15:21This is episode two of our two-part special, the story of picking up the six through the lens of Simon, a man thrust into an incredible moment in time.Yesterday, we heard from Father James Hamel, and we talked about Simon, who he was, the little that we know about it, and how his act years ago should inspire us still today. Today, we hear from a pair of high impact men who now share an incredible bond after bringing that scene to life for an upcoming film. Rob Renzi and Dom Raso join the show to talk about acting, side-by-side as Jesus and Simon, on this episode of PICK UP THE SIX PODCAST.

"And they compelled a passer-by, Simon of Cyre′ne, who was coming in from the country, the father of Alexander and Rufus, to carry his cross." - Mark 15:21 This is episode two of our two-part special, the story of picking up the six through the lens of Simon, a man thrust into an incredible moment in time. Yesterday, we heard from Father James Hamel, and we talked about Simon, who he was, the little that we know about it, and how his act years ago should inspire us still today.  Today, we hear from a pair of high impact men who now share an incredible bond after bringing that scene to life for an upcoming film. Rob Renzi and Dom Raso join the show to talk about acting, side-by-side as Jesus and Simon, on this episode of PICK UP THE SIX PODCAST.

#149: Rob Renzi and Dom Raso, Simon and Jesus Carrying the Cross

"As they were marching out, they came upon a man of Cyre′ne, Simon by name; this man they compelled to carry his cross."- Matthew 27:32I’m Brian Jodice and this is PICK UP THE SIX Podcast, and today we bring you the first in a two-part special series as we unpack the story of Simon of Cyrene, a man who in a moment’s notice was thrust into helping another man who had been beaten and was on the path to his eventual death.  It is Holy Thursday in the Christian faith and we are leaning in with Father James Hamel, a family friend, Catholic priest, and Colonel in the United States Air Force. It’s an powerful story about picking up the six, and I hope you enjoy it.

"As they were marching out, they came upon a man of Cyre′ne, Simon by name; this man they compelled to carry his cross." - Matthew 27:32 I’m Brian Jodice and this is PICK UP THE SIX Podcast, and today we bring you the first in a two-part special series as we unpack the story of Simon of Cyrene, a man who in a moment’s notice was thrust into helping another man who had been beaten and was on the path to his eventual death.  It is Holy Thursday in the Christian faith and we are leaning in with Father James Hamel, a family friend, Catholic priest, and Colonel in the United States Air Force. It’s an powerful story about picking up the six, and I hope you enjoy it.

#148: Father James Hamel, Who was Simon?

David Helling

“After these things God tested Abraham, and said to him, “Abraham!” And he said, “Here am I.” He said, “Take your son, your only son Isaac, whom you love, and go to the land of Mori′ah, and offer him there as a burnt offering upon one of the mountains of which I shall tell you.”It is one of the most controversial moments in all Scripture, when the Lord tested Abraham by commanding him to take his son, his only son, and sacrifice him on the mountain of Moriah. Imagine that request.Now, you have the opportunity to see the story on the silver screen in the upcoming film, His Only Son.David Helling is the writer and director and he joins the show to talk about making the movie, the importance of the story, and how we stood in the sands of Iraq while a war raged in front of him, and at the same time one was raging in his heart as well, and how that bring us to today.--His Only Son: www.angel.com/sonSponsor link: www.amino-vital.com code PUT6 at checkout to save 20%

“After these things God tested Abraham, and said to him, “Abraham!” And he said, “Here am I.” He said, “Take your son, your only son Isaac, whom you love, and go to the land of Mori′ah, and offer him there as a burnt offering upon one of the mountains of which I shall tell you.” It is one of the most controversial moments in all Scripture, when the Lord tested Abraham by commanding him to take his son, his only son, and sacrifice him on the mountain of Moriah. Imagine that request. Now, you have the opportunity to see the story on the silver screen in the upcoming film, His Only Son. David Helling is the writer and director and he joins the show to talk about making the movie, the importance of the story, and how we stood in the sands of Iraq while a war raged in front of him, and at the same time one was raging in his heart as well, and how that bring us to today. -- His Only Son: <a href="http://www.angel.com/son" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.angel.com/son</a> Sponsor link: <a href="http://www.amino-vital.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.amino-vital.com</a> code PUT6 at checkout to save 20%

#147: David Helling, His Only Son

This is Brian Jodice with PICK UP THE SIX Podcast.I have a special teaser episode for you this week. We’ll hear about 5-minutes from a pair of conversations, and in two-weeks you’ll hear the full episodes. Those two episodes will air back-to-back on Holy Thursday and Good Friday, and on those shows we’ll dig into the story of a man named Simon of Cyrene, who in a moment’s notice was thrust into an incredible act of picking up the six. It’s the story of Simon and Jesus and carrying the cross. So, today, enjoy a few minutes with three incredible friends of the show. Father Hamel joins me to talk about the story of Simon, and then Rob Renzi and Dom Raso join me to talk about the bond they now share having brought those two men to the screen while filming for an upcoming movie.This is PICK UP THE SIX Podcast.

This is Brian Jodice with PICK UP THE SIX Podcast. I have a special teaser episode for you this week. We’ll hear about 5-minutes from a pair of conversations, and in two-weeks you’ll hear the full episodes. Those two episodes will air back-to-back on Holy Thursday and Good Friday, and on those shows we’ll dig into the story of a man named Simon of Cyrene, who in a moment’s notice was thrust into an incredible act of picking up the six. It’s the story of Simon and Jesus and carrying the cross. So, today, enjoy a few minutes with three incredible friends of the show. Father Hamel joins me to talk about the story of Simon, and then Rob Renzi and Dom Raso join me to talk about the bond they now share having brought those two men to the screen while filming for an upcoming movie. This is PICK UP THE SIX Podcast.

#146: Who was Simon? A Sneak Peek Episode

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