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HARDHEADED#207 Cabinet Picks: The Good, The Bad, The Ugly. Top 3 Tailgate FoodsThe guys discuss Trump's cabinet picks. Matt and Troy are pretty excited across the board. Chet has some doubts about a couple of them. The conversation then turns to the Top3 tailgate foods. Smoked meats, pizza, gumbo, jambalaya, *Links* https://www.hardheaded... Listen: https://podcasts.apple... https://open.spotify.c... Hosts: Matt Amos Chet Sears Troy Trussell 🔔 Hit the notification bell after you subscribe so you don't miss a single episode of Hardheaded!207
2024-11-2148 minHARDHEADED#204: What’s More Frightening, Halloween or the Election?The guys cover Rogan's podcast with Trump. Are we experiencing a shift away from TV news? Will podcasts and independent journalists through social media be the primary news source soon? A few other recent election topics are discussed and then the guys get into the Top3 funniest or most clever Halloween costumes. Chet closes us out with a good word from Psalm 37 Commit your way to the Lord; trust in him and he will do this: 6 He will make your righteous reward shine like the dawn, your vindication like the noonday s...
2024-10-3143 minHARDHEADEDEp 194: Stolen Valor or Common Political Embellishment? A Combat Vet Speaks on Tim Walz.194: Matt is back in Trussell Media Studio and he is as grumpy! As a combat Marine veteran, he gives his take on the stolen valor claims against Democratic VP candidate Tim Walz. Matt also gives his opinion on Walz's retirement rank issues. We think you will be surprised with the direction the conversation goes Chet then uses CNN as a source to cover major legislation that Walz signed as Governor of Minnesota. In this analysis, we find some common ground with Walz on child tax credits. We find major disagreements with his affirming care and "early childhood d...
2024-08-2246 minHARDHEADEDOlympics Recap: Offended Christians, Golfing Gold, Blue Man, and Public Indecency. Ep.192What do break dancing, race walking, XY chromosomes, taping your mouth shut, and adjustable beds have in common? They are all on this week’s episode! After taking an 8 episode journey down the fatherhood rabbit hole, we are back to our normal show format! Matt Amos is on vacation so Chris “Beef” Broughton is guest hosting with Troy Trussell and Chet Sears. The guys jump into discussing the 2024 Paris Olympics. They cover many topics, some controversial and others that are just plain silly. Then the conversation turns to the top 3 things you can’t live without after tu...
2024-08-0841 minHARDHEADEDLifetime Socks plus Special Guest: Little Debbie! Ep.183Matt contemplates changing his socks after 1.5 years with the same pair. He was also recently mistaken for a Vietnam veteran, which is about a three decade overview. Maybe it is due to his gray beard that has recently come on. Top 3 Little Debbie Snacks: Christmas tree cakes, nutty buddy, Oatmeal Cream Pie, honeybun, fudge brownie, star crunch Topics discussed: 1. What's On Your Mind: Matt is mistaken as a Vietnam veteran and he may chang his socks after 1.5 years! 2. Top 3 Little Debbie snacks 3. A Good Word from Chet: Deborah. Judges 4:8-9 Lin...
2024-06-0628 minHARDHEADED“One Second After” the book that turns you into a prepper! Ep. 182This week on Hardheaded, Troy ignores Chet's advice and reads the book "One Second After" by William Forstchen. It is a post apocalyptic story about a small town in North Carolina after an EMP destroys the US power grid. It basically makes you start prepping and that is exactly what happened with Troy. Luckily, his wife read the book too so they are on the same page The conversation shifts to our Top 3 mainstream father figures. There is some overlap in all three of our lists when it comes to a certain duck hunter. Matt c...
2024-05-3025 minHARDHEADEDIs Travel Ball Destroying Our Children? Are There Other Things Hurting Our Kids? Ep178This week on Hardheaded, Chet brings up the hot topic of travel ball and club sports and asks if these things help or hurt our kids. The guys don’t hold back sharing their opinion which may make some of our listeners mad. The guys then jump into the top 3 things we willingly bring into our hones that are harmful to our kids. Phones, video games, and homework (for goodness sakes) are on the list The show wraps with a good word from Troy from the book of Timothy about taking care of your family. **Topics discussed:**...
2024-05-0238 minHARDHEADEDFacebook Marketplace almost leads to a fight! Plus Top3 Movie Death Scenes 177This week on Hardheaded, Matt shares his recent experience buying truck parts on Facebook marketplace. We find that Matt goes from a playground brawl to best buds with a guy trying to sell a truck bed. How much is your time worth? One of the sellers claims $175/hour. Matt lets a threatening seller know he's legless and the seller quickly retreats! Then the guys jump into their top 3 movie death scenes. Saving Private Ryan, Red Dawn, Last of the Mohicans, and Braveheart all make the list. The show wraps with a good word from Chet....
2024-04-2532 minHARDHEADEDRacial Undertones in Leave the World Behind? Plus, Top 3 Life HacksThis week on Hardheaded, Troy shares his insight on the recent movie Leave the World Behind, that released on Netflix and is executively produced by Barak Obama. Then the guys jump into their top 3 life hacks. The show wraps with a good word from Matt. **Topics discussed:** 1. What's On Your Mind: Leave the World Behind 2. Top 3 Life Hacks 3. A Good Word with Matt Amos **Links** * http://admiralspennant.com/ * https://www.hardheadedpodcast.com/ * http://trussellmedia.com/ Hosts: Matt Amos Chet Sears Tr...
2024-04-1840 minHARDHEADEDHating Trees! Bradford Pear Trees Are Being Cancelled! And The Crappie are Biting. Ep. 175This week on Hardheaded, Chet shares his thoughts after learning of the hatred of the Bradford Pear tree. He talks about the new laws banning the planting or moving of the pear tree and can't comprehend how much vitriol there is for the plant. Speaking of the pear tree, when it blooms it is time to fish! Chet shares about a recent successful fishing trip. Then the guys jump into their top 3 best tasting fish: walleye Crappie. Flathead catfish, amber jack, cobia, crappie, crappie, lemon fish, incomu, red fish, The show wraps with a good wo...
2024-04-1128 minHARDHEADEDWhat Will It Take To Get Us Back In A Movie Theater? Ep. 174This week on Hardheaded, Matt shares his thoughts after re-watching the movie "Alive". Do we have what it takes to survive? Cannibalism, yuck! Then the guys jump into their top 3 movie sequels that would get them back inside of a theater. The show wraps with a good word from Chet from the book of Ephesians. "Alve" "Society of The Snow" DUNE 2, Mission Impossible Dead Reckoning Paet 2, The next James Bond, Dawn of the Dead, Mad Max Furiosa, Avengers with original cast, Fight Club 2, Top Gun Maverick, 4th Christopher Nolan Batman
2024-04-0436 minHARDHEADEDOrigins of the Roman Catholic Church Ep. 172 This week, Chet talks about a recent trip to Rome, Italy. He visited the main attractions, especially the Vatican. This trip made Chet want to learn more about the fall of the Roman Empire and the rise of the Roman Catholic Church. He tries to boil some key topics down to keep the episode from running too long. he failed. However, Troy and Matt were engaged and providing some insight as well. If you've every wanted to hear three unschooled protestants discuss some things they have recently learned and if it ties off with Scripture, this is the episode for...
2024-03-211h 10HARDHEADEDBest Dog Breeds for families, hunting, ranching. We have opinions! 162This week on Hardheaded, Matt shares what's on his mind then the guys jump into their top 3 favorite dog breeds. The show wraps with a good word from Chet Sears. Matt = Houston hunting, El Paso Lucchese Boot factory. * www.lucchese.com Boots for the brave. * www.bootsforthebrave.com NetJets donated the aircraft. * www.netjets.com 3 Beagle small pack hounds made to hunt rabbits. Documented back in 55 BC in England. = pack animal active vocal, loyal. 2 Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever “Decoy Dog” smart and v...
2024-01-1129 minHARDHEADEDWrestle with God? Top 3 Overused Hunting Terms: Episode 156This week on Hardheaded, Matt was prepared for Black Friday crazy but saw no looting or riots. This sends the conversation in several directions. **Topics discussed:** 1. What's On Your Mind: matt’s Black Friday Rage 2. Top 3 Overused Hunting terms: Smoked Him, half-year deer, big nasty, swamp donkey, if it flies it dies, if it’s brown its down, target buck, stabbed, ground check, up and comer 3. A Good Word from Chet out of Genesis 32:22-30. Wrestle with God. **Links** * http://admiralspennant.com/ * https://www.hardheadedpodcast.com/ Hosts: Matt A...
2023-11-3042 minHARDHEADEDMessi’s Impact on US Soccer. #Top3 2024 Presidential Candidates. Hint, Trump isn’t on the list.Matt Amos breaks down the big impact Lionel Messi has already had on MLS. Chet claims Messi is bigger than Jordan in his prime. Matt dreams of getting tickets to watch him play live. Chet talks about the high-cost of youth soccer in America preventing the best athletes from kicking it in youth leagues. The conversation then shifts to the top3 2024 presidential candidates. Trump doesn't make anyone's list. Troy is the epitome of low information voter which makes his list hilarious! Chet claims our nation gets what they deserve when candidates like Biden and Trump are what w...
2023-09-2840 minHARDHEADEDKopi Luwak: Cat Poop Coffee, Russell Brand Cancelled and a Lost Jet? What else could go wrong!?Matt brings in coffee beans that have literally gone through a cat's digestive system and harvested from it's poop. And everyone drinks it. Russell Brand gets cancelled and they found the plane the Marine's lost. What could possibly go wrong? Also on the show, Top 3 Musical Instruments followed by a good word from Matt. Don't be decieved!!! There is evidence of the great flood of the Bible, but they won't admit it. Hosts of the Hardheaded Podcast Matt Amos, Chet Sears and Troy Trussell MERCH: TAP HERE https://www.hardheadedpodcast.c...
2023-09-2140 minHARDHEADEDDoes Jesus encourage violence? Listen before you answer! Also, Top3 time wasters. 145This week on Hardheaded, Chet leads Troy and Matt through a comversation about how the Bible advocates for violence against sin. It is the closest to preaching a sermon tbat we have seen on the podcast! From John Piper “Kill Sin by the Spirit” sermon in 2002: Jesus said in Matthew 11:12, “From the days of John the Baptist until now the kingdom of heaven suffers violence, and violent men take it by force.” Do you want to enter the kingdom of heaven? Take it violently! But violence against whom — or against what? Listen to Jesus’s answer: “If your hand or...
2023-09-1435 minHARDHEADEDTop 3 Ways to Spend Labor Day! How to get 5 star Google Reviews. Ep.143This week on Hardheaded Podcast, Troy shares his new strategy to drive 5 star reviews on Google. Troy has been driving reviews by texting requests to past clients. Then the guys jump into their top 3 ways to spend Labor Day. There are some good tips here that can drive great memories with your family. Matt and Troy take time to relax and recover. They also give tips for how a small business owner can observe holidays. Chet rants about AMC theaters are frustrating with their kiosks. The show wraps with a good word from Matt about how he is proud...
2023-08-3133 minHARDHEADEDBecoming a Professional Welder by Watching YouTube Videos, Plus Top 3 Secular Bands that have Religious MembersThis week on Hardheaded, Matt thinks he's a professional welder now. And Top 3 bands that aren't labeled as Christian bands that have Christians in them. Or something like that. **Topics discussed:** 1. What's On Your Mind: Matt's a Welder Now? 2. Top 3 Secular Bands that have Christians 3. A Good Word from Chet on the Book of Job **Links** * http://admiralspennant.com/ * https://www.hardheadedpodcast.com/ * https://www.trussellmedia.com/ Hosts: Matt Amos, Chet Sears, Troy Trussell
2023-08-1743 minHARDHEADEDTop 3 Items to Never Buy Used. Wearing crazy socks with business attire is basic bro! Ep. 139This week on Hardheaded, Chet shares things he just does not get. He isn’t saying something is wrong with those things, he just doesn’t understand them. Rumble strips on Missouri roads, “crazy socks” for businessmen, the Stanley mug vs. Hydroflask trend, people giving too many personal details during an introduction all make the list. Matt and Troy weigh in. The conversation shifts to the #Top3 Things to never buy used! The list includes underwear, mattresses, batteries, fishing reels, tires, and much more. his mind then the guys jump into their top 3 favorite sports to watch. The show...
2023-08-0334 min
HARDHEADEDFed Up With Woke Entertainment and the decline of society. Matt offers a solution. #Top3 Overrated Big Game AnimalsThis week, Matt Amos, Chet Sears and Troy Trussell cover how far television shows have fallen to the woke agenda Matt "researches" past TV shows and recommends the best options for wholesome TV viewing the conversation then shifts to the Top 3 overrated big game animals. Chet closes out the epiosde with a good word for the brokenhearted. Psalm Topics discussed: What's On Your Mind: Woke Entertainment Culture and alternative, positive TV shows Top 3: Overrated Big Game: Lion, Cuous Deer, Water Buffalo, mule deer, big horn sheep A Good Word: Brokenhearted Psalm 34:18 Links mentioned...
2023-07-2743 min
HARDHEADEDBuilding a shop: Chet disappoints Matt. #Top3 Ugly Cars 134This week, Matt Amos, Chet Sears and Troy Trussell cover Matt deciding he's going to build a two-car garage at his place. Will it be a man-cave or a huge closet that stores lawn mowers and project cars? The #top3 discussion is Top 3 ugly cars. Chet has a unique take on one that may cause some ruffled feathers. Topics discussed: What's On Your Mind: Matt decides to build a shop. Top 3 Ugly cars: Corvette C3, Pontiac Aztec, Chevy SSR, Toyota Prius, Geo Metro, Rivian, Ford Grenada, Smart Fortwo, Nissan Cube, Nissan Juke, A Good Word: Bind...
2023-06-2939 min
HARDHEADEDStruggling With Foul Language. Top 3 chicken nuggets of all-time! 133That's Right Folks! This week, Matt Amos, Chet Sears and Troy Trussell cover Troy's struggles with taming the tongue. Chet admits an instance where he caused Matt to go on a cussing tirade. We also find out Troy pours soy sauce on his egg rolls while driving!!!! The guys discuss their #Top3 chicken nuggets. Topics discussed: What's On Your Mind: Troy is trying to drop more than the F bomb from his vocabulary. Top 3 Chicken Nuggets: Chick-Fil-A, McDonald's, Buffalo Wild Wings, Popeyes, Wendy's, A Good Word: Don't make your issues your idol. Links...
2023-06-2240 min
HARDHEADED3 Dads struggle with teenage slang and other things they just don’t get.This week, Matt Amos, Chet Sears and Troy Trussell cover common things that just don't make sense to Chet. Is he too old or is society just that confusing? Topics discussed: What's On Your Mind: Things Chet doesn't get. Top 3 Teenage slang: woke, sus, slay, bussin, drip, fire, heard, she ate A Good Word: Gift Links mentioned in this episode: https://www.hardheadedpodcast.com/ http://admiralspennant.com/ This podcast is hosted by ZenCast.fm
2023-06-1532 min
HARDHEADEDHave Marines gone soft? Plus, Top 3 Overpaid ProfessionsThis week, Matt Amos, Chet Sears and Troy Trussell cover the recent attack on two active duty Marines. Topics discussed: What's On Your Mind: Matt and Marines Top 3 Overpaid Professions A Good Word with Chet Links mentioned in this episode: https://www.hardheadedpodcast.com/ http://admiralspennant.com/ This podcast is hosted by ZenCast.fm
2023-06-0840 min
HARDHEADEDThe Pains and Joys of Car Restoration! Top 3 Cuts of MeatThis week, Matt Amos, Chet Sears and Troy Trussell cover the joys and pains of restoring cars to their former glory. They also discuss the Top 3 cuts of meat. Topics discussed: What's On Your Mind with Matt - Car Restoration Top 3 Cuts of Meat A Good Word with Chet Links mentioned in this episode: https://www.hardheadedpodcast.com/ http://admiralspennant.com/ http://trussellmedia.com/ This podcast is hosted by ZenCast.fm
2023-05-1934 min
HARDHEADEDHow Many Dead Bodies Are You Willing To Step Over On The Way To Your Goal? #Top3 Adam Sandler Movies 126This week, Matt Amos, Chet Sears and Troy Trussell cover the crazy industry of Mt. Everest climbers. After a crazy question to start the episode, Matt is let down by what Chet really wants to talk about. Chet makes the case that it is not worth stepping over dead bodies to reaxh the summit. He contends to remove all of the deceased before continuing with the long lines to climb the highest mountain in the world. The conversation shifts to the #Top3 Adam Sandler movies. There is a little bit of disagreement but still quite a bit...
2023-05-0434 min
HARDHEADEDBullying-Depression-Drugs-G*n Violence: Connect the dots! Top3 Overrated BrandsThis week, Matt Amos, Chet Sears and Troy Trussell cover the complex topic of mass shootings. We want to stop gun violence, but how? There are some theories discussed which may or may not invilve a busted lip and a black eye. Matt talks semi-auto weapon bans. Chet tells a story about when he was bullied in high school and his father's advice on tolerence. The conversation then shifts to our #Top3 overrated brands. Do some of your favorites hit this list? Chet closes out the episode with a word about the "Chief Priests" involved...
2023-04-2745 min
HARDHEADEDDoes vehicle maintenance have you frustrated? Top3 cars we’ve owned.This week, Matt Amos, Chet Sears and Troy Trussell cover the frustrations of vehicle ownership. Chet ks struggling with cars falling apart. Matt embarks on a restorstion of a 1964 Lincoln Continental. Did Troy actually put one million miles on his car? The conversation shifts to the #Top3 vehicles they've owned. Troy closes us out with a good word about Jesus Christ's resurrection. Topics discussed: What's On Your Mind: Owning too many cars Top 3 vehicles you've owned: 2013 Ford F150, 1989 Mazda B2200, 2004 Ford F150, 1964 Lincoln Continental, 2019 Ford F350, 1980 Ford F100, Mitsubishi Eclipse, 1984 Oldsmobile Delta 88, Isuzu A Good Word...
2023-04-1344 min
HARDHEADEDBiden, Trump, Obama, Bush are the same! The 1st and 4th amendments are under attack. 120This week, Matt Amos, Chet Sears and Troy Trussell cover how the Democrats and Republicans love spying on you and they want to continue doing it Matt Taibbi releases Twitter files and Democrats explode in a hearing when the public finds a government coordinated effort to restrict speech, a 1st Ammendment violation. The #Top3 reasons we are excited for Spring is next in the line-up. Chet shares his frustration when people ask "when is the fish fry?" Troy closes us out with a good word from 2nd Samuel. Topics discussed: What's On Your Mind: Section 702, spying...
2023-03-2342 min
HARDHEADEDGaming etiquette: Chewing into the mic. Matt shoots his own Call of Duty teammates if they break the rule. Episode 119This week, Matt Amos, Chet Sears and Troy Trussell talk about Matt's headphone upgrade. the conversation turns to the fondness of Popeyes fried chicken! "love that chicken from popeyes!" Buffalo Wild Wings lawsuit for lack of wing meat. Our conversation turns to the #Top3 fast food french fries. Troy makes a bad connection between McDonalds fries and drinking too much. tbis causes the guys to discuss their hatred of puking. Chet closes us out with a good word from Romans 13 about believers being in a debt of love for one another. Topics discussed: What's...
2023-03-1624 min
HARDHEADEDThe only path to true independence is dependence. Also #Top3 walk up songs. Ep. 117This week, Matt Amos, Chet Sears and Troy Trussell cover Chet's first ever eye doctor visit? What forced him to the doctor? His shotgunning has been declining. We discuss our top 3 walk up songs. Troy closes the epidode with a good word on true independence. Topics discussed: What's On Your Mind: Is vision a talent? will a visit to the optomitrist fix Chet's decline in shotgunning? Top 3 Walk Up Songs: Cochise, Audioslave, I Got Mine, The Black Keys, Battle Without Honor or Humanity, Hotei, Fireman, Lil Wayne, My Son John, John C. Reilly, You're The Best...
2023-03-0229 min
HARDHEADED#NFLRigged, Super Bowl predictions, Matt snuggles with a warm blanket and a movie.This week, Matt Amos, Chet Sears and Troy Trussell cover football, poor officiating, and how Saints fans have the most right to complain. the guys discuss their #Top3 pick-me-ups when they have taken ill. Chet closes out with a goid word from Paul's second letter to the church at Corinth. Topics discussed: What's On Your Mind: Kansas City Chiefs, super bowl, bad officiating, Joe Burrow, Patrick Mahomes Top 3:Things that make you feel better when you are sick. A Good Word: 2 Corinthians 4. Don't distort God's Word. marine veteran, wounded veteran, small business owner, debate, argument...
2023-02-0238 min
HARDHEADEDHow to make money with Facebook Reels and YouTube Shorts! Outrage over dogs and kids in cages!This week, Matt Amos, Chet Sears and Troy Trussell cover some social media shade thrown at Troy because he posted a video if his son playing with his dog. Troy vows to keep his kids off of future videos due to the rabid keyboard warrior canine crew. Matt talks about internet spats between older and younger veterans. There is a misinterpretation of our #Top3 subject as Troy takes his list in a different direction than Matt and Chet. Our good word segment comes from 1Corinthians 15:33. Topics discussed: What's On Your Mind: Facebook Reel fall-out Top 3 Foods...
2023-01-2646 min
HARDHEADEDSocially Awkward: Tips for when you forget someone’s name. How Matt and Chet met. 110This week, Matt Amos, Chet Sears and Troy Trussell cover the important topic of what to do when you forget somone's name ans they approach you to start a conversation. Let me introduce you to Mack and Check. Chet and Matt both have people in their lives that called them the wrong name for years. Matt and Chet just let it ride. The conversation shifts to a #Top3 that may ruffle feathers. We discuss the musicians that we cant stand. Chet closes out the episode with a good word from 1st Corinthians on being alert. Topics discussed:
2023-01-1238 min
HARDHEADEDChristmas Traditions, the good, the bad, the absurd. 107This week, Matt Amos, Chet Sears and Troy Trussell cover their traditions at Christmas time. Chet had a big change when he married into a fsmily with different traditions. The #Top3 turns to talks of long-term investing. Start investing now seems to be the theme. Chet reads about Jesus birth from Luke and the guys discuss the impact it still has today. Topics discussed: What's On Your Mind: Christmas traditions. Top 3 Long-Term investment tips A Good Word: The birth of Emmanuel from the Gospel of Luke. Christmas, stock market, investment tips, investments, 401k, IRA, Roth...
2022-12-2243 min
HARDHEADEDThe Christian Horoscope: The guys take a personality test!This week, Matt Amos, Chet Sears and Troy Trussell cover Christmas traditions and the reason for the season. Troy coerces Matt and Chet to take the Enneagram personaliry test. We cover our scores in this episode. Hint: Matt is warm, kind-hearted, and likes hugs from strangers! In the Top3, the guys give advice on how to keep warm when the temperature drops. There is some great advice here. Take heed! matt closes us out with a good word from Matthew 5:10. Topics discussed: What's On Your Mind: Enneagram Top 3 Cold westher tips: Hydrate...
2022-12-1551 min
HARDHEADEDRoad Trip Hacks! FBI spy malware, are they using it?This week, Matt Amos, Chet Sears and Troy Trussell cover the compicated topic of the government's capability to spy on its own citizens. Phantom and Pegasus come to mind. Matt and Troy don't think much of it. Chet shares about a jounalist the Obama administration activelty spied on in an effort to stop or slow the "Fast and Furious" weapons transfer plan Eric Holder had to allow US weapons to fall into Mexican drug cartel hands. Sharyl Attkisson's story csn be found in the link below. The discussion then turns to Top3 RoadTrip Hacks. Matt and Chet...
2022-12-0855 min
HARDHEADEDCoffee Snobs and Late Night TV Talk Shows Before They SuckedThis week, Matt Amos, Chet Sears and Troy Trussell cover coffee snobs and how they like things much more difficult than they need to be. The guys then shift to the Top3 late night TV talk show hosts. Chet closes with a good word. Topics discussed: What's On Your Mind: Fancy coffee Top 3 Late Night Talk Show TV Hosts: Johnny Carson, David Letterman, Craig Ferguson, Jimmy Fallon, Connan O'Brien, Graham Norton, A Good Word John 10:7. Links mentioned in this episode: https://www.hardheadedpodcast.com/ http://admiralspennant.com/ This podcast is hosted by ZenCast...
2022-12-0137 min
HARDHEADEDNegativity and Thanksgiving. Troy struggles with road signs and Chet is a runaway!This week, Matt Amos, Chet Sears and Troy Trussell cover Troy's road rage caused my negative messages on electronic road signs. TinyBuddha.com provides an article that peovides tips on how to handle the negativity. Being Thanksgiving, you may need these tips to get you through the day! The guys then cover the Top 3 things they are thankful for. This leads Chet to tell a story about running away from home as a kid. Matt closes out the episode with a Good Word: Give Thanks Topics discussed: What's On Your Mind: Troy tries to remain positive...
2022-11-2432 min
HARDHEADEDThe difference between liberals and conservatives. Marine Corps Birthday. Matt ambushes Chet.This week, Matt Amos, Chet Sears and Troy Trussell have a familiar guest, Chris Broughton, in studio this episode. Matt gets Chet fired up over women's sports focusing on politics instead of sports. Chet talks about how liberals require 100% adoption of 100% of their political issues, infanticide, sex changes for kids, etc. Chet felt blindsided since Matt said he wanted to talk about soccer. The guys then talk about the top 3 Vietnam Movies in honor of Veterans Day. Chet closes the episode out with a good word about the company you keep. Topics discussed: What's On Your...
2022-11-1044 min
HARDHEADEDTop 3 Halloween Costumes. Is the Supreme Court going to destroy Facebook, YouTube, and Twitter?This week, Matt Amos, Chet Sears and Troy Trussell cover the complexity of Section 230 from the Communications Decency Act. Chet tries to educate the audience as well as present a few cases that have brought us to this point. The Top 3 Halloween constimes is next. Then Matt closes us out with a good word. Topics discussed: What's On Your Mind: Section 230 Top 3 Halloween Costumes: Karate Kid, E.T., Stranger Things, Mike Myers, kidnapping alien, Cobra Kai skeletons, Lt. Dan, mustache, Ted Lasso, Top Gun, Lumberjack A Good Word online lies, consoiracy theory, internet, congress, democrat...
2022-10-2750 min
HARDHEADEDPublic Speaking Nightmare! Matt Apologizes to His Audience. Top 3 Hunting ItemsThis week, Matt Amos talks about a public speaking event that did not go as planned. He apologizes to his audience in this episode. Sorry to the Gardner Edgerton High School Trailblazer Football team. The guys, all experienced in public speaking, then begin to share advice and tips to help you improve your speeches. Chet dislikes powerpoint and it breaks Troy's paradigm. The guys then discuss their Top 3 items to bring hunting. There is quite a bit of variation here which makes it worth a listen. Chet closes the episode out with a good word from the Gospel of...
2022-10-2042 min
HARDHEADEDTools every household should have. Autumn is here and solitude is close behind!This week, Matt Amos, Chet Sears and Troy Trussell cover why autumn brings solitude snd how it is good for the soul. Matt can't stop talking about the rut. Then they share their Top 3 must have household tools. Troy closes us out with a good word about the time Jesus overturned the tables in the Temple courts. Topics discussed: What's On Your Mind: Fall and solitude Top 3 Tools every household should have: mini screwdriver set, level, screw gun, tape measure, flashlight, hammer, hand saw, framing square, speed square, allen wrench, circular saw A Good Word: Justice
2022-10-0641 min
HARDHEADEDTrump Won't Solve The Problem: Matt brings the thunder on MAGA extremismThis week, Matt Amos, Chet Sears and Troy Trussell cover how the US is bouncing from one major issue to the next. It seems to be never ending. Matt brings potential solutions that are not tied to a politician or a political party. They shift their conversation to their Top 3 least favorite foods. Chet closes the episode out with a good word about loving the Lord with all of your heart, soul, and mind. terrorist, Russell Brand, mandates, vaccinations, conform, rights, school shootings, government control, government manipulation, politics, FBI, ethics, copping out, Hunter Biden, laptop, Facebook, censor...
2022-09-2951 min
HARDHEADEDDon't cater to the third wheel! People that take and never give. Matt can't take entitlement mentality anymore!This week, Matt Amos lets his frustration with self-centered people come out! He covers takers, charity, chewing with your mouth open, and so much more. He's got to vent. Chet talks about the success in helping people earn things instead of giving things to people. Topics discussed: What's On Your Mind: Takers and entitled people Top 3 Restaurant Appetizers, fried pickles, lettuce wrap, deviled eggs, chips and salsa, diablo breadsticks, fried green beans, miso soup, pizza rolls, A Good Word: Sent, Luke 9:1-5 takers, charity, sweet tea, entitlement, give, Haiti, missionary, first class, business class, take...
2022-09-0854 min
HARDHEADEDAmazon Prime, Matt brings his weakest Top 3 of all time. Troy crushes a pepper.This week, Matt Amos, Chet Sears and Troy Trussell have fun talking about chili peppers, movies available on Amazon Prime and how Matt's movie choices are weak! #jointheconversation by commenting on your Top 3 prime moview or shows. Chet closes out the episode with a good word from the Gospel of Matthew. Topics discussed: What's On Your Mind: Matt tries to kill Troy with a chili pepper. Top 3: All The Old Knives, Reacher, Terminal List, The Chosen, Jack Ryan, Tinder Bar, Quiet Place 2, 1883, The Office, The Offer, A Good Word: Get the prize, Matthew 7:21 Thai chili...
2022-08-1846 min
HARDHEADEDCold War Golf Edition LIV Golf vs PGA: Troy does the impossible!This week, Matt Amos, Chet Sears and Troy Trussell cover the launch of the new LIV Golf tour. The PGA is upset. Golfers are upset. Some golfers are rich. The PGA has been stagnant and now a new tour is showing you how golf can be better for viewers as well as players. The discussion turns to Top 3 albums. There is quite a bit of variation here. Troy closes out with a good word about being in God's will and how he listen when you ask Him for needs. Topics discussed: What's On Your Mind: LIV...
2022-07-1440 min
HARDHEADEDFlaming Hot Episode: Celebrate Independence, not "the 4th"! Case of the MondaysThis week, Matt Amos, Chet Sears and Troy Trussell cover a broad range of topics including why small businesses shut down on Mondays, even if it upsets Troy. We are interrupted by a phone call from friend of the show, Christopher Broughton. Chet brings a Mountain Dew Flaming Hot flavor. All of us get choked up. In honor of the upcoming holiday, we cover our top3 backyard games. Chet vents on the shift from calling the upcoming holiday "Independence Day" to "the 4th". Matt gives us a good word from Matthew. Topics discussed: What's On Your...
2022-06-3044 min
HARDHEADEDOpioid Crisis! Matt brings experience and solutions! Father's Day: Top 3 Dad JokesThis week, Matt Amos, Chet Sears and Troy Trussell cover Matt's experience with prescription pain meds. Matt was on a crazy high amount of prescription pain meds while recovering from the many surgeries from his injuries while serving in the Marine Corps. Matt talks about how difficult it was for him to get off of his prescription pain meds. Chet brings up a podcast (The Art of Manliness) that talks about medication and the power of the mind. Placebos and Nocebos are discussed as well as Troy's thoughts on the current 'manifestation' trend. Topics discussed: What's...
2022-06-1639 min
HARDHEADEDHome Improvement Project Gone Wrong! Resume advice for job seekers.This week, Matt Amos, Chet Sears and Troy Trussell cover a recent bad experience Troy had with a home repair contractor. Why aren't they returning quotes? Why do they not care when they don't follow through? Troy needs some electrical work in his basement but is striking out at every turn. They start talking about recommendations and how honestly is the key to being a good contractor. The guys then turn to the job market and provide their Top3 resume "Don'ts". Matt closes the episode out with a good word out of Mark 7:25-30 Topics discussed:...
2022-06-0936 min
HARDHEADEDSpecial Guest: Jodie Stokes, Stories of a Louisiana Turkey Hunter, Top 3 Movie BattlesThis week, Matt Amos, Chet Sears and Troy Trussell visit with Chet's friend and author, Jodie Stokes. Jodie recently wrote a book about his first 20 years of turkey hunting. You'll feel like you are in hunting camp as you are turning the pages of Jodie's stories pursuing the wild turkey in Louisiana. You will enjoy reading about Jodie's turkey hunting jouney from how his friends introduced him to the sport and as he introduces his family and friends. Most importantly, Jodie clearly describes how Christ has impacted his life. Jodie and the guys then discuss their top 3 movie battle...
2022-06-021h 05
HARDHEADEDDon't Sauce My Meat! Troy and Chet give a mini concert while Matt discusses a decline in singing talentThis week, Matt Amos, Chet Sears and Troy Trussell cover the decline in singing talent. Matt blames autotune, Chet thinks it is because new artists don't cut their teeth by playing live. They spend all of their time singing on camera. Chet then has a genius idea for Sirius XM Satellite radio. The Top 3 smoked meats turns into a discussion on how BBQ sauce should only be applied by the eater, not the cook. The good word segment comes from John when Jesus tells his followers that he is the bread of life. Topics discussed: What's...
2022-05-2648 min
HARDHEADEDDisaster at the boat ramp! Chet discusses his new favorite channel. Also, a beverage debate for the ages!This week, after a rough start, Matt Amos, Chet Sears and Troy Trussell cover Chet's new favorite channel - Miami Boat Ramps. This is the perfect people watching channel. Chet has had his fair share of goof-ups at the boat ramp. For some reason, he enjoys watching all the things that can go wrong with others, including sinking your truck! The guys then talk about our Top 3 non-alcoholic beverages. Matt and Chet think Troy misinterpreted the assignment, but Troy comes with a strong defense. Troy closes us out with a good word from the gospel of Mark. ...
2022-04-2150 min
HARDHEADEDMass confusion turns into a ghostly choose your own adventure storyThis week, Matt Amos, Chet Sears and Troy Trussell cover new rules coming from the Biden Administration concerning serial numbers on firearm parts. Matt threads this topic using a choose your own adventure format. Chet claims false advertising. Matt wants to discuss the sensational terminology being used to frame an issue in a different light than reality. The most recent example is the "ghost gun" issue the ATF is trying to address with a new definition change. One of our listeners suggested this Top 3 of Childhood cartoons. Thanks Branden Rapp!!! Matt and Troy have the same top 3, in order...
2022-04-1447 min
HARDHEADEDThe US is following in someone's footsteps. The social credit system that makes Washington DC jealous.This week, Matt Amos, Chet Sears and Troy Trussell cover the pending social credit system in the US. Or is it already here? Chet brings some observations to the table that catches Troy and Matt off-guard. Is the West really that similar to communist China and their social credit system. Listen to find out. The conversation turns to the Top 3 dream jobs. Check has a shocking top 3 job. Troy closes out the episode talking about storing your treasure in heaven. Topics discussed: What's On Your Mind: The Social Credit System Top 3 Dream jobs: gambler, bass fisherman...
2022-03-3157 min
HARDHEADEDTwo certainties: Death & Taxes, Matt talks vents his frustration with property taxesThis week, Matt Amos, Chet Sears, and Troy Trussell cover property taxes. Matt is tired of paying taxes every year on the same item. He's so tired of it, he actually forgot to pay his taxes on his trailer and the law came after him. The conversation turns philosophical on the benefits of taxes as well as government wastefulness. Matt brought some data to prove his point that the state of Kansas should be reducing taxes on food and property. We then discuss our Top 3 aircraft in Film & TV. There are some odd lists especially when Troy brought up...
2022-03-2452 min
HARDHEADEDBaked Beans that will change your life. Troy’s love/hate with the OpossumThis week, Matt Amos, Chet Sears and Troy Trussell cover Troy's former hatred, and now love, of the opossum. He enlightens Chet and Matt on their top 10 benefits. the conversation changes to the Top 3 BBQ side dishes. Chet shares a tip that will make your beans so much better. Follow it and your beans will be requested at all your future BBQ's. knife, sheath, Frontier Forge, kansas, made in the USA, veteran, marine corps, hand made, possum opossum, snake bite, ticks, critter, vermin, armadillo, fox, teddy bear, crawfish, texas toast, Topics discussed: What's On Your Mind...
2022-03-1742 min
HARDHEADEDSpecial guest Hank Jones: Agriculture, Global Markets, Theater, NASA, Consulting, Technology, Spying, and Hollywood CarsThis week, Matt Amos, Chet Sears and Troy Trussell welcome Hank Jones to the show. Hank and Chet have known each other for over 20 years. Hank owns an Agriculture Consulting Business (RHJ Ag Services) based in Winnsboro, LA. He is also a husband, father, guitar player, stage actor, severe weather enthusiast, and all-around great guy. Hank brings us up to speed on how science and technology are merging in the agricultural world. We then discuss our Top 3 Hollywood vehicles. Troy closes us out with a Good Word on Love. Topics discussed: What's On Your Mind: Special...
2022-03-101h 05
HARDHEADEDWounded Veteran families scheduled to be removed from VA caregiver program. Matt gives details. Top 3 Golf CoursesThis week, Matt Amos, Chet Sears and Troy Trussell talk about the possible reduction of the VA Caregivers program. This proposed change would remove financial support for combat wounded veteran families. Matt gives us the details. Chet brought receipts from a report detailing government waste in 2021 that makes cutting a wounded veteran program seem even more insane than it already is. The guys then talk about their top 3 golf courses they'd like to play. Chet ends the episode with a good word from Matthew chapter 5. Topics discussed: What's On Your Mind Top 3 Golf Courses we'd like...
2022-03-0353 min
HARDHEADEDWe can't talk about Bruno. Why does Bruno show up in so many Disney movies? Matt has a savage take-down of pop culture phrases.This week, Matt Amos, Chet Sears and Troy Trussell cover Troy's recent connecting of the dots of the name "Bruno" being used in so many Disney movies. This dates all of the way back to the 1960's. Why is Disney doing this? Is there a subliminal message? Matt and Chet discuss a recent argument related to preparing for recording an episode. You get a little peak behind the curtain through this discussion. We then turn to our Top 3 overused pop culture phrases. This is basically a way for all of you to get under our skin! Matt closes us...
2022-02-2443 min
HARDHEADEDThe First Amendment is DEAD: Chet goes scorched earth on DHS and the apathy of conservativesThis week, Matt Amos, Chet Sears and Troy Trussell cover the sensitive topic of how the government is squeezing its citizens by labeling factual speech as terrorism when it causes someone to lose faith in the government. This slippery slope is being slipped right now. It is happening. Chet brings to light the DHS memo that provides detail on MDM and how it is a threat to the government, so they plan to suppress it. Troy and Matt weigh in with keen insight as well. The discussion then shifts to our Top 3 ways to improve yourself this year. There...
2022-02-1756 min
HARDHEADEDDating ideas from 3 guys who married up! (Chet accidentally shot his wife on a date, by the way)This week, Matt Amos, Chet Sears and Troy Trussell cover Matt's reinvigorated love of cooking. With his newfound love of cooking shows, he's now experimenting with new spices and new recipes. He goes into so much detail, Troy and Chet think he may be starting his own cooking show. Troy is educated on ramekins. The guys then turn to the Top 3 segment where they share their ideas of things to do with you spouse in public. All three of the guys "married up" so there is some wisdom in our ways. Chet closes out the episode with a passage...
2022-02-1050 min
HARDHEADEDSweep the Swamp! Troy & Chet get sentimental thinking about their favorite pizza joint. Troy forges his own knife!This week, Matt Amos, Chet Sears and Troy Trussell cover Troy's experience hand forging his own knife! Troy walks us through the process. Matt somehow turns the discussion into using chopsticks as a weapon. Our focus then turns to our Top 3 pizza chains which takes us around on a strange journey from Chet being a former independent government contractor to Troy filming funerals. sweep the swamp, party pizza, pepperoni, supreme, thin crust, hand tossed, funeral, videography, forging, blade, knife, self-defense, french translation, purse, sheath, sharp, cut, stab, king arthur, square pizza, fire, furnace, brute force, contracting, road...
2022-02-0349 min
HARDHEADEDChet's twitter dispute with a local weatherman. Vocabulary we wish you'd forgetThis week, Matt Amos, Chet Sears and Troy Trussell cover the rapture, tribulation, eschatology, you know, the lighter conversation topics!!! Where do you stand on the subject? We move on and cover our top 3 words that annoy us! You'll be surprised by Matt's #1. Chet closes out the episode talking about "Identity" as we begin a walk through a Bible study devotional together. social media, analytics, rapture, second coming, research, algorithms, tribulation, pre-tribulation, post-tribulation, eschatology, Revelation, Jesus, Christianity, sins, rose again, 1 Thessalonians 4:13, signs, end times, saved, get right, humans always compare, video, NASA theologians, grumpy, wounded veteran, get...
2022-01-2052 min
HARDHEADEDIs the K-12 education system broken? Troy chimes in. We discuss our Top 3 Action Movies.This week, Matt Amos, Chet Sears and Troy Trussell cover the broken K-12 school system. We have all had different experiences with the school system with our kids. Troy uncovers some of the things driving the problems. We then turn our discussion to the Top 3 action movies. Clearly Red Dawn is number 1 so we find out the other 8 movies that make the list.Matt discusses Matthew 6:33 on how we should seek God first and foremost. He shares how he's done this even through his injuries. Chet brings up how sometimes we may confuse our "needs" with our "wants".
2022-01-1355 min
HARDHEADEDChet walks out of the show! Is Omicron the off-ramp to the pandemic? Get your practical joke ideas here.This week, Matt Amos, Chet Sears and Troy Trussell cover a tough topic. We dive into Omicron and Covid-19 in general. Do lockdowns work? Will Omicron end the pandemic? Why has the medical community not widely accepted therapeudics and monoclonal antibodies? The guys then turn to the Top 3 segment, where we talk about practical jokes. Don't get any ideas! Troy closes the episode out with a passage from Psalm 2 about indimidation. Topics discussed: What's On Your Mind: Omicron Top 3 Practical Jokes: Urine in windshield washer fluid, false identity, wooden squirrel, whipped cream bomb, microwaved poop, flooding...
2022-01-0653 min
HARDHEADEDMatt falls short again! Troy and Chet let him have it. Ring in the New Year with Top 3 Inspirational Quotes.This week, Matt Amos, Chet Sears and Troy Trussell discuss the worker shortage and how it is impacting just about everyone, especially the small business community. Are wages too low? The guys then turn their focus to 2022 and provide their top 3 inspirational quotes to get you fired up about improving your live in the New Year. Chet closes us out with a good word about hope and trust. Topics discussed: What's On Your Mind: Troy talks about the employment shortage in the service industry. Top 3 Inspirational Quotes: "Someone is sitting in the shade today because someone...
2021-12-3043 min
HARDHEADEDHas social media gone too far? Matt shuns social media "influencers" in the hunting industry.This week, Matt Amos, Chet Sears and Troy Trussell cover the insane amount of self-promoting social media posts with dead animals. All three of us enjoy the outdoors and we use the wild game we take to feed our families. So we have some fun ribbing the "influencers" in the industry as we highlight some of the new trends we see on social media. Our conversation then turns to the sweet tooth. It is the end of the year and a lot of people are gearing up for the new year diets. So why not talk about desserts now...
2021-12-1650 min
HARDHEADEDAre personal space violations more offensive after COVID? Kansas is removed from the "Midwest". Our top 3 childhood Christmas gifts.This week, Matt Amos, Chet Sears and Troy Trussell talk about cinnamon rolls being paired with chili, how Kansas is no longer a part of the Midwest, and Matt argues with us just because that's what he does. Matt has to go to Better Homes & Gardens to try to muster a defense. Do school lunches have culinary influence? How has your personal space expectations changed post Covid-19? Chet talks about the positive side of physical distancing and how much more annoying a stranger encroaching on your space is now. Topics discussed: What's On Your Mind: Chili...
2021-12-0957 min
HARDHEADEDBe better at being yourself! Special Guest Matt Lillie from Next Level Method talks how to be better a lifeThis week, Matt Amos, Chet Sears and Troy Trussell welcome special guest, Matt Lillie from Next Level Method: Affected by a parent’s mental illness as a child, Matt resolved to take charge of his own life and achieve extraordinary success in his professional life. However, his experience of success soon proved to be empty and devoid of a larger meaning. Setting out on a long and difficult journey of introspection and self-transformation, he uncovered some key insights about his own life’s purpose and challenges. From this experience and the desire to help others, Next Level Method was born...
2021-12-021h 03
HARDHEADEDCome at us, Thanksgiving!!! Using meat as a currency! How to cook a turkey if the oven breaks on Thanksgiving Day.Is cheesecake a pie??? This week, Matt Amos, Chet Sears and Troy Trussell cover Thanksgiving Day festivities, our Top 3 Thanksgiving Day meal foods and Troy ends the episode with a good word from Psalm 100. Our conversation covers Chet's recent use of meat to trade for items. This no-cash system is fantastic! We talk about the time that Troy skipped out on family Thanksgiving Day traditions and missed the fire in the kitchen. Matt talks about eating raw elk meat, holidays for active duty military, and making his own summer sausage. Our conversation covers roasting pans, cheese cakes...
2021-11-251h 06
HARDHEADEDHow an out of balance executive found the right path. Jeff Turner shares his journey from computer programmer to CEOThis week, Matt Amos, Chet Sears and Troy Trussell are happy to welcome Jeff Turner in studio. Jeff is a man of God, a husband, a father, a grandfather, as well as the retired President/CEO of Spirit AeroSystems. Jeff and Chet got to know each other a few years ago in a men's Bible study that Jeff hosted. There is so much insight into business, perseverance, and balance in this episode. A few take-aways from our conversation: Take better care of your customers than you take care of yourself, internal customers included. Be strategic on...
2021-11-181h 04
HARDHEADEDVeterans Day discussion: Toughest U.S. Battles. Also, can music be an idol?This week, Matt Amos, Chet Sears and Troy Trussell cover some 90's contemporary Christian music favorites and influences. Troy talks about how a change in music after following Christ was a catalyst for growth. The guys reminisce on the glory days of CCM. Matt turns out to be quite the historian on this subject. Our Top 3 subject is U.S. Battles. The Civil War, War of 1812, and WWII were all represented in our list. Matt closes out the episode with a good word, "Humble", for our veterans on this Veteran's Day, 2021. Topics discussed: What's On Your...
2021-11-1142 min
HARDHEADEDIf you don't like my driving, get off the sidewalk! Chet's Halloween costume gets Matt stirred up.This week, Matt Amos, Chet Sears and Troy Trussell talk Halloween costumes, trick or treating, what it was like for Halloween in the country. We find out that Matt still has all of his ribbons and trophies from his childhood. How many times has Matt been tested for being a sociopath? Is that why he knows so much about how someone is tested? How Troy's GI Joe aircraft carrier was nuked by china! We discuss our top 3 halloween candies. Matt has poor taste when it comes to his selection. Troy saw too many inappropriate movies as a kid which...
2021-10-2842 min
HARDHEADEDMatt attacks Troy's preparedness. Special Guest: Marine Josh Sust in Studio!This week, Matt Amos, Chet Sears and Troy Trussell welcome Josh Sust. Josh and Matt met while in the hospital rehabilitating from their injuries from Afghanistan. The two also adore heated toilet seats. Yes, that is right. When two marines start talking, the conversation is not controllable. We move into the Top 3 where the guys discuss their top 3 video games. Is Matt a top ranked gamer? Chet closes out the episode with a good word: ZEAL from Romans 12:11. Topics discussed: What's On Your Mind: Special guest and Marine veteran Josh Sust Top 3 Video...
2021-10-141h 07
HARDHEADEDTroy had a CDL and drove a semi? Chet's tombstone. Matt goes mattress shopping and the conversation turns spicy.This week, Matt Amos, Chet Sears and Troy Trussell cover something they all have in common. They were all delivery drivers at one point in their career. Matt delivered furniture, Chet delivered home medical equipment, and Troy drove a semi full of beer. Matt takes us on a journey of his recent mattress shopping adventure which turns into a cringeworthy moment which had Troy and Chet ready for a subject change. Topics discussed: What's On Your Mind: Matt, Troy, and Chet were all delivery drivers at one point. Let the stories commence! Top 3 Seasonings: Reluctant Trading...
2021-09-021h 07
HARDHEADEDKabul, Afghanistan Withdrawal Debacle: A Marine's take. Also, Are you consuming too much news?This week, Matt Amos, Chet Sears and Troy Trussell cover the people stranded at the Kabul airport. Matt served in Afghanistan and provides us more insight than what we see in the news. Do the ideologies of the Taliban and the current Australian government have anything in common? Troy and Chet agree on the top sports movie of all-time. This is a Hardheaded Podcast first! Spoiler alert! Matt spends way too much time talking through the entire plot of a movie that he recommends we watch, Woodlawn (2015). "Amusing Ourselves to Death" Are we living frivolous lives and dying in...
2021-08-261h 08
HARDHEADEDWedding bloopers, Clichés, Bridezillas, and much more with Special Guest Grant WatkinsThis week, Matt Amos, Chet Sears and Troy Trussell have special guest, Grant Watkins on the podcast. Grant has 13 years of experience photographing weddings and at his peak, shoots up to 40+ events a year! With Troy's wedding videography experience, Chet and Matt begin bombarding Grant and Troy with wedding questions that cover everything from bridezillas to speeches at receptions. "What percentage would you say" think this episode is hilarious! We discuss the Top 3 podcasts we follow. Matt provides a good word Exodous 35:31-33. Topics discussed: What's On Your Mind: Special Guest Grant Watkins Top 3 Podcasts we...
2021-08-191h 13
Connect Mobilize DeliverTop 3 Skills To Advance Your Career, on Hardheaded [Bonus Episode]In my first time as a guest on a podcast, I get to have a conversation with 3 good friends on their Hardheaded podcast. In this light hearted but insightful discussion we each share our Top 3 skills to advance your career. We each have a unique perspective based on our diverse roles in large corporations, small businesses, and the military.Watch This Episode On YouTubeToday's GuestI'm actually the guest in this episode since I'm sharing the conversation I had as a guest on the
2021-07-291h 16
HARDHEADEDSpecial Guest Greg Harrod; Top 3 skills to advance your career; A good word from Matt: IntegrityThis week, Matt Amos, Chet Sears, and Troy Trussell have special guest, Greg Harrod in studio. Greg is Chet's friend and former coworker. He is also one of Hardheaded Podcast's biggest fans. Chet and Greg hosted an internal company podcast in their previous roles. Greg is launching his own podcast, "Connect, Mobilize, Deliver" at the end of July for everyone interested in improving their career skills. Greg has over 30 years of training and leadership experience and is entering a new phase in his career where he is focused on sharing his knowledge with others. We shift our conversation to...
2021-07-221h 09
HARDHEADEDMatt's mind draws a blank, Top 3 War Movies, Chet's good word: Don't be Hard HeartedThis week, Matt Amos, Chet Sears, and Troy Trussell cover Matt's take on how well Hollywood gets, or doesn't get, troops when deployed. Which ties into our Top 3 war movies discussion. Who had the best list of war movies? Chet concludes the episode with a word on compassion and hard heartedness from the book of Jonah. Topics discussed: What's On Your Mind: Matt draws a blank, but Troy and Chet get him talking about portrayals of combat and deployment in movies. We learn that there is a scene in Bravo Two Zero that shows a realistic...
2021-07-1556 min
HARDHEADEDSpecial Guest: Hostage Negotiator Dan Oblinger; Top 3 Last Meals; Chet's good word: BoldnessThis week on Hardheaded, Dan Oblinger; Hostage Negotiator, Police Officer, Author, Corporate Educator joins us in studio. The group discusses our Top 3 last meals, Chet provides a good word: Boldness Matt Amos, Chet Sears and Troy Trussell host Dan Oblinger. Dan is an author, police officer, father, husband, hostage negotiator, and an in-studio guest on Hardheaded Podcast. We talk about Dan's toughest negotiations, you'll be surprised in what capacity he frames these encounters. We also talk about his books; "The 28 Laws of Listening" and "Life or Death Listening". We discuss how Dan has taken his negotiating skills...
2021-07-081h 01
HARDHEADEDGrass Mafia Exposed! Top 3 Reasons America is Awesome, Positivity from TroyThis week, Matt Amos, Chet Sears and Troy Trussell cover some exciting topics. Does Matt have enough energy and enthusiasm to launch the episode? Troy and Chet provide some tips. Chet covers the difference between "the 4th" and INDEPENDENCE DAY. Chet starts to link the racketeering in Wichita between residential developers, HOA covenents, lawn, irrigation, sod, and water companies. Rise up! Let's conserve water and reduce the cost of homeownership. No more fescue! We shift into discussing the Top 3 things that make America awesome. Troy rounds out the episode with a good word about positivity. "A negative mind will...
2021-07-0155 min
HARDHEADEDChet calls Matt out for vocabulary error; Top 3 rifles; Matt has a good word from Luke 5; Episode 29This week, Matt Amos, Chet Sears and Troy Trussell cover the misuse of terminology concerning a proper "seafood boil". Troy dives into some crawfish boil tips. Listener Chris Broughton provides our Top 3 subject "Rifles". Matt closes the episode with the Good Word segment focusing on Luke 5. Topics discussed: What's On Your Mind: Chet calls Matt out for some suspicious wording in relation to cooking seafood on a pellet smoker. Top 3: Rifles AK-47, Remington 700, Remington 7600, Ruger precision rifle, Barbour Creek BC7, Barbour Creek BC1400, Red Rider BB gun, M240 machine gun, Tikka T3X. A Good Word...
2021-06-2443 min
HARDHEADEDLong Range Hunting; Top 3 Historical Figures Who Stood Firm in the Face of Overwhelming Opposition; A Good Word With TroyThis week, Matt Amos, Chet Sears and Troy Trussell cover a wide range of topics. Matt talks about long range shooting which causes Chet to question his own math skills. Troy provides a helpful tip for boiling crawfish. One of our listeners, Gene Dodson, provided the most researched Top 3 topic to date: Historical figures who stood firm in the face of overwhelming opposition. This was a great topic which leads to a discussion about Jesus. Troy wraps up the episode with a passage from Ephesians which can help each of us stand firm in the face of opposition.
2021-06-171h 00
HARDHEADEDChet Buys His Daughter a Car; Top 3 Skills to Teach Your Kids; A Good Word with MattThis week, Matt Amos, Chet Sears and Troy Trussell cover buying a car for their kids. How practical should you really be? Chet tells a story about his rental boat almost sinking on Table Rock Lake. Our top 3 topic was brought to us by one of our listeners, Dr. Kelly Crittenden. We see how similar Troy and Matt are when their Top 3's have some overlap. Chet may not be the best person to call when blood is involved. Matt finishes up the episode with a good word about focusing on the good things, no matter how small they...
2021-06-0342 min
HARDHEADEDMatt Compliments Chet; The Word Veteran; Top 3 Handguns; A Good Word with ChetAfter last weeks country boy, city boy argument, you won't believe what happens next. Matt was on another podcast (Brave and Faithful - Military Veterans) and he actually complimented Chet during the broadcast. Incredible after all that was argued about last week. After that, Troy is confused on the pronunciation of the word veteran. Or is he saying veteran right and every one else is wrong? They then discuss their top 3 favorite handguns and Chet ends the discussion with a good word: "Solitude." Topics discussed: What's On Your Mind: Troy and the pronunciation of the word...
2021-05-2041 min
HARDHEADEDCountry Boy Argument Between Matt & Chet; Top 3 Best Coffees; A Good Word from MattThis week on Hardheaded, Matt and Chet square off in an argument about who's more of a country boy between the two of them. They then go into the Top 3 segment and share their favorite coffee brands. The show wraps with a good word from Matt Amos. Topics discussed: What's On Your Mind: Chet & Matt Argue About Who's More Country Top 3 Favorite Coffee Brands Donut Shop, Berzerker blend - Black Rifle Coffee Company, Nespresso, Community coffe, Kona coffe, costa rica Britt coffee, Dunkin' Donuts, Cameron's coffee A Good Word from Matt: Why Bad Things Happen to...
2021-05-131h 02
HARDHEADEDGun Suppressor Laws with Matt; Top 3 Store Bought Cookies; Proverbs 16:24 with TroyIn the what's on my mind segment, Matt brings up gun suppressors and the negative view the Government has on them. In Top 3, the guys name their favorite store bought cookies and Chet even brings in his number one for the others to taste. Troy ends the episode with a good word from Proverbs 16:24. Topics discussed: What's On Your Mind: Matt and Gun Suppressors Top 3 Store Bought Cookies Cookie cake, cookie crisp cereal, target snickerdoodles, oreo's with milk, keebler soft batch, sugar cookie, famous amos chocolate chip, golden oreo, strawberry sugar wafers. A Good Word from Proverbs 16...
2021-05-0653 min
HARDHEADEDAre Organizations Profiting from Racism; Top 3 Fishing Lures; A Good Word with Matt AmosThis week, Matt Amos, Chet Sears and Troy Trussell tackle a tough subject to begin the podcast. Then they get a little lighter by discussing the top 3 fishing lures and the episode ends with a good word from Matt. Topics discussed: What's On Your Mind: Chet, police shootings, two angles to every story Top 3 Fishing Lures Yellow Magic, Heddon Super Spook Jr., Rat-L-Trap, Spinnerbait, night crawlers, worms, minnows, mouse fly, jig, live bait A Good Word with Matt Amos Jeremiah 9:3 "They bend their tongue like a bow; falsehood and not truth has grown strong in the...
2021-04-2251 min
HARDHEADEDWhat the Heck Am I Doing? Troy Asks; Top 3 Ways to Increase Value of Your Home; Chet on PrayerThis leads the guys down a rabbit hole discussing where in the house taxidermy is "allowed" to live. Then during Top 3, they all share ways to increase value to your home by making doing small amounts of remodeling. To wrap things up Chet shares about a recent bout he had with COVID-19 and how the power of prayer gave him a peace and calm about his situation. Topics discussed: What's On Your Mind with Troy Top 3 Ways to Increase Value on Your Home A Good Word from Chet on Prayer Links http://admiralspennant.com...
2021-04-1650 min
HARDHEADEDChet's Annoyance with People at Amusement Parks; Top 3 Fruits; Matt's Good Word to ParentsThis week on Hardheaded, Chet shares what's on his mind when it comes to experiences at a certain amusement park. Then the guys jump into their top 3 favorite fruits to eat. The show wraps with a good word from Matt Amos to all the parents out there. Topics discussed: What's On Your Mind: Chet and Amusement Parks, What age is too young for Disney World Top 3 Fruits to Eat Hawaiian pineapple, Haitian mango, navel orange, lime, strawberry, Ruston peach, hot peppers, olives, tomato A Good Word from Matt on Parenting Links http://admiralspennant.com...
2021-04-0150 min
HARDHEADEDMatt & Tales from a Wounded Warrior Outdoors Event; Top 3 Ways to Say "No"; A Good Word from TroyThis week, Matt Amos, Chet Sears and Troy Trussell cover Wounded Warrior Outdoors events, the Top 3 ways to tell someone "no" and they close it out with a good word. Topics discussed: What's On Your Mind: Matt & Wounded Warrior Outdoors Top 3 Ways to Say "No" A Good Word from Troy Links mentioned in this episode: https://www.hardheadedpodcast.com/ http://admiralspennant.com/ http://woundedwarrioroutdoors.com/ This podcast is hosted by ZenCast.fm
2021-03-2537 min
HARDHEADEDSpecial Guest Chris Broughton; Top 3 Movie Quotes; Good Word from Matt...with stories about a burning recliner, late night calls to the mayor of Ruston, Louisiana and competition foot races between the two. The guys then discuss their top 3 favorite movie quotes. The show ends with a good word from Matt tying it all in with a movie quote. #jointheconversation Top 3 Movie Quotes Chet's Picks: The Blues Brothers: “It’s 106 miles to Chicago. We have a full tank of gas, half a pack of cigarettes, it’s dark and we’re wearing sunglasses.” “Hit it.” Three Amigos: “Hey You! Look up here!” The Karate Kid: “Bonzai” First Blood: “Covey Leader to Raven. T...
2021-03-1257 min
HARDHEADEDTroy Jipped in the Drive Thru; Top 3 Things That Annoy You; Good Word with ChetThis week, Matt Amos, Chet Sears and Troy Trussell cover drive through experiences, top 3 things that annoy them all and they wrap with a good word from Chet. #jointheconversation Topics discussed: What's On Troy's Mind? Getting Jipped in the Drive Thru Top 3 Things That Annoy You A Good Word from Chet Sears Links mentioned in this episode: https://www.hardheadedpodcast.com/ http://admiralspennant.com/ This podcast is hosted by ZenCast.fm
2021-02-2636 min
HARDHEADEDRoad Safety with Chet; Top 3 Romantic Movies for Men; A Good Word with Matt AmosTopics discussed: What's On Your Mind: Chet and Road Safety Top 3 Romantic Movies That Are Okay for Men to Watch A Good Word from Matt Amos Links http://admiralspennant.com/ https://www.hardheadedpodcast.com/ Hosts: Matt Amos Chet Sears Troy Trussell This podcast is hosted by ZenCast.fm
2021-02-1235 min
HARDHEADEDAntler Sheds with Matt; Top 3 Lessons Learned in 2020; Parenting Advice with ChetThis week on Hardheaded, Matt shares what's on his mind about the shedding of deer antlers and why it's considered hunting. He then embarrassed Troy by telling the story of Troy's worst bow hunting experience. Then the guys jump into their top 3 lessons learned from 2020. The show wraps a good word with some parenting advice from Chet. Topics discussed: What's On Your Mind: Matt and Shed Hunting Top 3 Lessons Learned from 2020 A Good Word from Chet Links http://admiralspennant.com/ https://www.hardheadedpodcast.com/ Hosts: Matt Amos Chet Sears Troy Trussell ...
2021-02-0555 min
HARDHEADEDSpecial Super Bowl Predictions EpisodeOn this special Super Bowl episode this week, Matt Amos, Chet Sears and Troy Trussell make their predictions on the Super Bowl. All 3 routing for a Kansas City Chiefs win. Then they talk about their top 3 favorite Super Bowl snacks that must not be missing at a Super Bowl party. The episode ends with a good word from Matt. And don't miss it when Matt fact checks Chet on GIF's! Topics discussed: Super Bowl Predictions Top 3 Super Bowl Snacks A Good Word from Matt Links mentioned in this episode: https://www.hardheadedpodcast.com/ http...
2021-02-0425 min
HARDHEADEDThe Mind of Chet Sears; Top 3 Sports to Watch; A Good Word from Matt AmosThis week on Hardheaded, Chet shares what's on his mind then the guys jump into their top 3 favorite sports to watch. The show wraps with a good word from Matt Amos. Topics discussed: What's On Your Mind Top 3 A Good Word Links mentioned in this episode: http://admiralspennant.com/ https://www.hardheadedpodcast.com/ This podcast is hosted by ZenCast.fm
2021-01-0840 min