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Worthy for Thirty: Where stories of leaders doing good while doing well are told!Why Love & Joy Belong in the Workplace – A Conversation with Nicole PortwoodA message from our sponsor:If you're looking for a stress-free way to buy or lease your next car, look no further! The Car Guys let you skip the dealership hassle and shop online or over the phone, with delivery right to your door. They offer a wide selection of new vehicles and can save you time, money, and effort. Plus, their personalized service makes the whole process a breeze. I’m on my 4th car with their CEO, Edwin and his team.Ditch the dealership and head to wearethecarguys.com today! Use my referral co...2025-03-1938 min
Armed and DadlyHave Self Accountability and Stop Blaming OthersOne Today's episode I dive into something we all struggle with. Self Accountability and blaming others for our problems or situations.
I talk about how I've battled holding myself accountable and ways you can create awareness when you are doing it to.
How we try to help others before we even help ourselves.
What the Bible says about blame.
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2023-12-1526 minArmed and DadlyA reminder of why I started Armed and DadlyThis is a quick episode to get me back on track and remind myself why I started this whole thing. I talk about the loss of a friend in the line of duty, being a good man and a good dad and the starting of my coaching community.
2023-12-0820 minArmed and DadlyStop OverthinkingI've been MIA for sometime now from the Podcast. So many of us stay stuck and directionless because we over think every single detail of our lives. Stuck in the should haves or could haves. Paralyzed from taking action on where we want to be or go out of fear of what others may think of us. Ultimately leading to our own demise and self sabotage. Making ourselves physically sick due to the constant storm in our own heads.
In todays episode I talk about the symptoms of overthinking and some solutions on how to stop it o...2023-09-2127 minArmed and DadlyCatching with my SonIt's been a long time and Landon said we needed to record and episode. So here it is. We chat it up about all things baseball.
2023-07-3114 minArmed and DadlyIt’s not ok to be averageIn todays episode I talk about the 7 ways you can start employing in your life to stop being average.
Fitness
Raise your standards
Question Authority
Don't play the victim
Accept Responsibility
Manage your time
Master your mindset
If you're ready to step up to the plate and start living an above average life I encourage you to apply to the Armed and Dadly Brotherhood
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2023-03-3018 minArmed and DadlyYour Life is 100% your FaultIn todays episode I lay out 5 areas of your life that are 100% your fault.
We all like to Blame external circumstances for or current situations.
The truth is we must take responsibility for all aspects of our life.
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2023-03-2217 minArmed and DadlyWhat you focus on Force MultiplesSound quality isn't as good. My mic wasn't connected.
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In todays episode I talk about the 8 things I believe when done right multiply or if done wrong they also multiply.
Choosing the wrong partner
Vices
Settling in a profession you don't like
Complaining
Not finishing what you start
No core values
Arent aloud like minded dudes
Not taking action
2023-03-1526 minArmed and DadlyWhat I’ve learned about myself after 2 years away from the Fire DepartmentIn this episode I talk about all the lessons of learned about myself after leaving the Fire Department 2 years ago. After a 16 year career as a Firefighter Paramedic I stepped away to pursue my own entrepreneurial endeavors. Year 1 was very fruitful as a real estate agent nailing in the fact that I can do anything I put my mind to. year two wasn't as successful in real estate but the inner work on myself has been greater than ever. I have definitely learned there is no greater investment than that of investing in your own self mastery. Truly understanding...2023-02-1748 minArmed and DadlyCRAIG BODETTE | All things mental health. You are not alone.In todays episode my good friend Craig Bodette have a conversaton about multiple topics all concerning mental health. He is the founder of the peer support team for the local fire department we both worked for.
Key takaways
Its ok not to be ok but its ok ok to to stay that way
The importance of openly talking about your struggles
Finding a tribe that will always be there for you
What to do if you or someone you know is having thoughts of suicide
You are n...2023-02-021h 16Armed and DadlyLeadership in Parenting, Business and in LifeIn this episode I talk about my feelings on how leading your kids has a direct correlation to how you lead in business and in life.
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I will help you develop your life mission, get physically strong, mentally tough, grow your relationships and businesses.
2023-01-2518 minArmed and DadlyGrowth and GivingIn 2023 the two words ive chosen to live by are growth and giving. If its not pushing me to growth or the people im around aren't growing as well than I don't want to be a part of it.
This is a year of growth in all aspects of life. Physical, mental, emotional, spiritual. Growth in business and relationships.
This will also be a year of giving. I have lofty goals of giving back to public Service members through my real estate business.
I also talk about starting a Facebook group of Dads...2023-01-1027 minArmed and DadlyHappy New Year! Armed and Dadly is back!!Sometimes in life we have set backs and make decisions and changes we just aren't happy with. Changing the name of my podcast was one of these. So Armed and Dadly is back.
Follow me on instagram and send me a DM if you're ready to get on mission and develop the discipline needed to find your direct in life.
2023-01-0308 minArmed and DadlyNo answer is not an acceptable answerIve been on a soap box here in the last few weeks after seeing more and more passivity amongst those in leadership roles. Accepting that they have no answer to specific questions.
On this episode I read an excerpt from Lt. Brad Clark who was killed in the line of duty in October of 2018.
"Keep pushing, stay motivated and don't listen to the mutts when they bark!"
Lt Brad Clark
2022-12-2119 minArmed and DadlyRandom thoughts on a walkTodays episode I truly went outside my norm and recorded from my phone on a walk. I hope you still get some value minus the poor audio quality and bear with me as I get my feet back under me in this podcast world.
Today I talk about how nothing will ever perfect, the importance of taking action and how nature truly heals our souls and bodies.
I appreciate your feedback and if you want to get on video with me one day and free ball this thing, make impact and unpack everything we are su...2022-12-1425 minArmed and DadlyBonus Episode. My Son on the new podcastJust because the the name of the show has changes doesn't mean my son is not still gonna be a huge part of the show. In this bonus episode Landon and I catch up since the long break. Mostly all things baseball.
2022-12-1212 minArmed and DadlyIntro to Unsuppressed FireStraight no chaser. No background music or crazy sound effects just straight to the point. I give y'all a little back story on why the brand name change and how im listening to God. Thanks for everyone that followed me with Armed and Dadly but now we are Unsuppressed Fire.
2022-12-0722 min
The Rising Father Podcast With Chris RodackMen Need To Heal Themselves With Eric Portwood.Podcast #11 Men Need To Heal Themselves With Eric Portwood.
Summary
I talk with Eric Portwood who's a retired fireman, army veteran, husband, and father about how he's overcome trauma in his life and how guys can overcome similar situations. We talk about why guys need friends, hobbies, and fitness in their life.
Eric is the founder of Armed and Dadly. Find them on Instagram here:
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https://open.spotify.com/show/6XTxLyyavHgyKIEfoqw1tE...2022-08-081h 09Armed and DadlyNever give up! Another one with my son.Sitting down with my son again talking about never giving up. Not everting we do is going to be successful from the the start. Sometimes you have to keep on trying and learning. Join me and my co host Landon as we talk about some of things we have been up to and how we are learning from everyday life.
2022-08-0515 minArmed and DadlyK.I.S.S. Keep it simple stupid. Stop Overcomplicating EverythingIm just as guilty as the next guy but life can and should be so much easier than we make it. On this episode I talk about ways to stop overcomplicating everything we do.
2022-07-2921 minArmed and DadlyOur Favorite things with my Son. Some tears are shed at the endCapturing memories while recording 🎥
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When I started my podcast I knew it would be cool for Landon to have somewhere to listen to his Dads voice far after im gone.
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What I didn’t expect was his love and desire to record with me.
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Two episodes in two days.
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Todays episode we asked each other about our favorite things.
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To my surprise he asked me….
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What was my favorite thing about him?
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My answer I don’t think he was expecting either.
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At the end we both had tears...2022-07-2513 minArmed and DadlyBoys will be boys, Update with my son, Baseball, Beach, Bodyboarding and TrampolinesBeen awhile since my son and I have recorded and like I always say will are gonna get more consistent with that.
Lots of new things coming. We will be recording with video from now on.
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2022-07-2329 minArmed and DadlyJust SEND IT! Catching up from being MIAIts been 2 months since ive recored an episode. Im back and ready to SEND IT. I talk about a little bit of everything. Lions Den Live, Shopify, living the life you want on your terms.
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2022-07-0118 minArmed and DadlyYou win some you lose some | With my sonMonthly check in with my son and talking a lil baseball. How you win some games and you lose some games. Landon surprised me with a little wisdom of his own as well.
2022-05-0113 minArmed and Dadly”Same shit different day” Only you can change that.Ive been hearing this comment a lot lately. "Same shit different day" I have been guilty and caught myself saying it as well. Im intentionally trying to change that. Im on a mission to change my life. Create the man that I want to be. Listen as I break down the tactics I'm using in my own life to do so. I hope you can use some of the same tactics to create the person you know you're capable of becoming.
What does your current life look like?
What is your purpose in this life?2022-04-2533 minArmed and DadlyYou don’t owe anyone an explanationIn todays society I feel we have become so soft as not to hurt someones feelings. Feeling we owe everyone an explanation to everything. Short answer...no you don't. Say no and keep on keeping on. You are you and have your own priorities and they are no one else business.
2022-04-0223 minArmed and DadlyLead by example"A leader leads by example whether he intends to or not."
"A good leader inspires others to have confidence in the leader, a great leader inspires others to have confidence in themselves."
I was feeling less than inspired before recording this but as the day went on the inspiration naturally presented itself.
"Don't follow rules just to follow rules."
Lt. Brad Clark
2022-03-2725 minArmed and DadlyMonthly check in: MY SONMy son hasn't let me forget that we said we would do one of these once a month. I think its very cool to have this platform and opportunity to do this with my son as he grows. This is one way to leave lasting legacy. After I'm dead and gone he will be able to go back and listen to conversations with his dad.
2022-03-1916 minArmed and DadlyAre you a VICTIM or VICTORFollowing up from last weeks episode on depression. Make sure that you're not just playing the victim vs being depressed. In this episode I go over different signs that you could have a victim mindset. Again I'm not a doctor or mental health professional at all. Im simply speaking on my experiences and the things that I struggle with daily. Im by no means perfect and that exactly why I do this podcast.
2022-03-1235 minArmed and Dadly20 Ways to naturally fight your inner demonsI've felt a little depression the last 2 days so I thought it was a prime time to talk about the different ways I fight those inner demons. Podcasting is a form of therapy for me and I use this platform to help myself and you all to be held accountable. Sit back, relax and give yourself some grace to feel your feelings.
2022-03-0532 minArmed and DadlyFREESTYLE FRIDAY | Get your house in orderThis is the quickest episode to date. Its simple, many of you have a false sense of security. Prepare to protect yourself and your family in these times.
2022-02-2611 minArmed and DadlyMy Son 2.0An interview with my son again. Kids are evolving so quickly and I'm humbled to have this platform to record conversations with my son that will be available to listen to for years to come.
IN todays society so many are focused on whatever else is doing and what we should be focusing on is begging for our attention in our own house. Our kids.
Want to change the world...Start at home.
Today we talk about Landons new endeavor of being a baseball player.
2022-02-2130 minArmed and DadlyFREESTYLE FRIDAY. Don’t waste time and focus on youTodays episode I wanted to talk about focus. Are you focusing on the things that will move the needle forward for you or are you too busy focused on what everyone is doing wrong.
Pointless chatter and why it wastes time
No you may not "pick my brain"
Go on iTunes and give me a 5 star rating and review.
I want to get this word out and spread the message so we can continue to help each other grow.
2022-02-1920 minArmed and Dadly11. FREESTYLE FRIDAY | Live your life.In this episode I want to break down my favorite poem.
I speak about death, and how the recent death of another Fire LT Jimmy Alexander made me think of how him, Lt Punkie Kegley, Chief Henri Moore, Lt Brad Clark, Chief Jeff Phipps all sang their death song going home leaving this world better than they found it.
I hope you all gain some value from this. This poems meaning and depth has had me thinking even more over the last week and I wanted to share with y'all.
L...2022-02-1123 minArmed and DadlyFREESTYLE FRIDAY take action, build forward momentum, sit in your darkness, challenge yourselfThis is the first episode of freestyle Friday. Im starting this today as a means to stay consistent with a weekly recorded episode. No pressure, no script, just my thoughts. In this first episode as I get out of my month long funk, I talk about that. Sitting in your darkness, listening to nature, listening to God and maybe realizing this season of your life is exactly where you're supposed to be. I talk about an anonymous gift and how it restored my faith in humanity. Finding the comedy in life once again. Taking action to gain forward momentum...2022-02-0428 min
Public Cultural Studies6 | Becoming HIV-Negative, with Dr. Nic FloresPre-exposure prophylaxis or PreP treatments are lifesaving drugs that can reduce the risk of HIV infection from sex by about 99%. Yet, in an era where a once-daily pill can prevent one of the most damaging diseases we know, decades old inequalities in our healthcare and social systems render these treatments less accessible for minoritized subjects, the very same demographic groups who are statistically at higher risk. On episode 6 I talk with my friend and colleague Dr. Nic Flores about his book project, tentatively titled, Becoming HIV-Negative: Queer of Color Community Organizing and Responses to HIV Prevention. We talk about h...2022-02-0158 minArmed and DadlyMy SonJoin me with the first podcast episode of 2022. Today I'm joined by the one and only Landon. My 7 year old son has been asking to do a podcast with me. Including our kids in the things we do is a big part of the Armed & Dadly Podcast and movement. Tune in as we talk about the things we like to do together, favorite subjects in school, what we want to be when we grow up and much more. You will love this one. Im so proud of him.https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCehHbOV1sLCG_wH-XWLuLTA
https...2022-01-0717 minArmed and DadlyKnow your Value, Keep your own score and stand up for yourselfDo you know what value you bring to the table? We are all unique and bring different value to this world that others may not. Do you stand up for yourself when your value isn't being recognized appropriately? Its up to us to keep our own score, know our own value and stand up for ourselves when that value isn't being recognized or that score hasn't been kept properly.
2021-12-1423 minArmed and DadlyBe YouIn the world of comparison and social media it can sometimes be hard to just be you. Take a listen as we talk about ways to stop comparing and stop caring what others think about you and just be unapologetically you!
2021-12-1028 minArmed and DadlyGratitudeBetween running a business and being an attentive father and husband, host Eric Portwood sometimes forgets to slow down and be thankful for all he has. In today’s episode, Eric discusses the importance of practicing gratitude.
From the very first moment of each day, we should feel grateful, not only for the things we have but also for the opportunity to live another day. Whether it be journaling or verbal actions, it is important to find a way to remind yourself and those around you that you are thankful. While it can be easy to get ca...2021-12-0144 minArmed and DadlySet Boundaries and Protect Your Time“You've got to protect your own time because you’re not going to get it back,” says host Eric Portwood. After missing out on too many opportunities to spend time with his son, Eric realized that he needed to make a change. In today’s episode, Eric discusses the importance of setting boundaries and giving your time to what matters most.
According to Eric, it is important we protect our time because it is the only asset we can’t get back. In order to effectively do this, Eric explains that we need to set boundaries and say no to th...2021-11-2419 minArmed and DadlyRest, Reset and Focus“If you're not taking care of your body, then the rest of your life is going to suffer,” says host Eric Portwood. Over the last week, Eric has found himself in a lot of emotional distress. After sorting through his emotions, Eric realized that he had become completely overwhelmed by various aspects of his life. In today’s episode, Eric discusses how to reset and refocus in times of hardship.
To alleviate daily stress and anxiety, Eric has centered Armed & Dadly around four areas of life: body, bonds, beliefs, and business. Eric explains that the most important thing...2021-11-1733 minArmed and Dadly75 HardIt’s no secret that there are many overpriced and inefficient wellness plans on the market. However, there are also some free and impactful options out there, too! In order to get his health back on track, host Eric Portwood recently completed the 75 Hard Challenge, a free mental and physical toughness program. Eric’s noticeable results encouraged two of his friends, Sam Edwards and Ben McElroy to take on the challenge themselves. In today’s episode, Eric sits down with Sam and Ben to discuss what 75 Hard is and the optimal approaches for successfully completing the program.
The cr...2021-11-1058 minArmed and DadlyMy DadAs an army vet and 40-year firefighter of the Richmond Fire Department, Butch Portwood has left a lasting impression on his community. Even though Butch has helped many people throughout his life, he wants to be remembered most for being a loving Christian father. In today’s episode, host Eric Portwood invites his own father to sit down and discuss what fatherhood means to him.
When Butch found out he was going to be a father, he knew there were things in his life he needed to change. Even though he often worked long shifts at the fir...2021-11-0257 minArmed and DadlyWhat It Means To Be Armed & DadlyWelcome to the Armed & Dadly Podcast! On today’s episode, host Eric Portwood gives listeners some background on himself, what inspired him to start the podcast and what they can expect to hear on future episodes.
An army veteran and retired Firefighter Paramedic, Eric has always found a sense of significance through his work. During the pandemic, Eric wrapped up his firefighting career and became a real estate agent full time. He now finds purpose by sharing his Armed & Dadly mission and lifestyle, which encourages men to forgo violence and instead use their mental and physical strength to...2021-10-2029 min