The John Lovell Show

John Lovell

The John Lovell Show is a podcast dedicated to forging the next generation of Protectors, Providers, Leaders and Lovers. Hosted by John Lovell—former U.S. Army Ranger & founder of the Warrior Poet Society—this show delivers a raw, unfiltered look at culture, leadership, and survival. John & his guests explore what it means to be a Warrior Poet today. Tune in each week for deep-dive interviews, cultural commentary, practical wisdom, and self-reliant living. Get the blueprint to stand firm, defend with honor, and live with purpose. Follow & Rate the show!

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Friday · 1 hr 30 min
70 Combat Missions, 9 Gs, & The Close Call That Nearly Ended It All | Max Afterburner
The rule was 500 feet. A Navy SEAL was pinned down. Ryan “Max Afterburner” Bodenheimer had a decision to make.Former F-15E combat pilot and F-16 Thunderbirds demonstration pilot Max Afterburner joins John Lovell to share the stories behind the cockpit—from a low-altitude rescue mission in Afghanistan to a close call in a Thunderbirds formation. Ryan also opens up about losing his best friend during flight training, the “dark night of the soul” that tested his faith, and finding the strength to fly again. Along the way, he teaches John how pilots handle G-forces, explains how he earned the call sign “Neo,” and discusses AI, the future of fighter aviation, and leadership under pressure. Get Ryan’s book, Take Command: https://mysignedcopy.com/en-us/products/take-command Watch Max Afterburner on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@MaxAfterburnerusa Subscribe to The John Lovell Show for more conversations about courage, faith, leadership, and becoming a better protector. Get the Vehicle Squire: https://www.warriorpoetsupplyco.com/products/the-squire Warrior Poet WEBSITE - https://warriorpoetsociety.com TRAIN with us - https://warriorpoetsupplyco.com/train1/ Books by John Lovell - https://www.warriorpoetsupplyco.com/pages/read GET the WarPoet app! | Original shows, training, and much more. iPhone, Android, Amazon, Apple TV etc. https://www.watchwpsn.com Watch the Rally Point Show on the Warrior Poet app FOLLOW US: Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/warriorpoetsociety Facebook | https://www.facebook.com/warriorpoetsociety/ X | https://x.com/johnlovell275 Spotify | https://open.spotify.com/show/6O2q4F2tbmoddeSTo9jKNM?si=qzbO0G6xRs-rs51BZuP31Q (DISCLAIMER: This post may contain paid advertisements or affiliate links. What is an affiliate link? It means that if you click on one of the product links, Warrior Poet Society will receive a small commission at no extra cost to you. This helps support the channel and allows awesome future content. Thank you for the support!). Chapters: 00:00 Episode Preview 02:06 Meet Max Afterburner 06:13 Why Ryan Became a Fighter Pilot 09:00 Creativity, Intuition & the Warrior Mindset 13:21 Sponsor: Squire 15:04 What Fighter Pilot Training Demands 18:00 The Training Crash That Changed Everything 21:20 A Dark Night of the Soul 25:14 Leading Through Loss 28:55 Overcoming Fear & Getting Back in the Cockpit 31:59 Inside the Thunderbirds 34:32 A Formation Flight Goes Wrong 36:33 How Pilots Handle 9 Gs 38:01 John Tries the Anti-G Technique 39:28 How Ryan Earned the Call Sign “Neo” 43:00 Take Command: Preparing Your Mind Under Pressure 47:36 Will AI Replace Fighter Pilots? 54:06 Combat Close Calls & Flying at Night 55:49 Scrambling to Help a Pinned-Down Navy SEAL 58:44 The 500-Foot Rule 01:05:00 Why Flying Low Matters to Troops on the Ground 01:07:34 Max’s Channel & Global Conflict 01:12:29 Inside Military Contingency Planning 01:16:00 Diplomacy, Deterrence & Knowing Your Enemy 01:22:54 Ryan’s Everyday Carry 01:24:59 Taking Command: A Combat Leadership Lesson 01:30:40 Closing Thoughts
October 9 · 1 hr 2 min
Why Most Couples Have Less Sex Than They Want | John Lovell Show with Ryan Frederick- Marriage Expert
Want more sex in your marriage—but don’t know how to bring it up without starting a fight? John Lovell sits down with Ryan Frederick of Fierce Marriage for a candid conversation about sex, trust, and pursuing your wife. After 23 years of marriage, Ryan says intimacy can get better with time. But what does it take to get there? They discuss the “every other day” conversation, why husbands and wives can feel disconnected, how pornography damages trust, and what rebuilding a healthy marriage requires. They also tackle the demands of raising kids—and how to keep your marriage from becoming an afterthought. A frank, biblical conversation for married adults who want a stronger relationship and a more connected life together. CONNECT WITH RYAN Fierce Marriage: https://fiercemarriage.com Fierce Men: https://fiercemen.us Chapters: 00:00 Why intimacy fades in marriage 11:03 Rethinking expectations about sex 23:44 “Every other day?” Starting the conversation 34:37 Pursuing your wife and building trust 42:35 Pornography, shame, and rebuilding 47:36 Making marriage a priority with kids 57:33 Closing questions: protection and loving your wife Warrior Poet WEBSITE - https://warriorpoetsociety.com TRAIN with us - https://warriorpoetsupplyco.com/train1/ Books by John Lovell - https://www.warriorpoetsupplyco.com/pages/read GET the WarPoet app! | Original shows, training, and much more. iPhone, Android, Amazon, Apple TV etc. https://www.watchwpsn.com Watch the Rally Point Show on the Warrior Poet app FOLLOW US: Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/warriorpoetsociety Facebook | https://www.facebook.com/warriorpoetsociety/ X | https://x.com/johnlovell275 Spotify | https://open.spotify.com/show/6O2q4F2tbmoddeSTo9jKNM?si=qzbO0G6xRs-rs51BZuP31Q (DISCLAIMER: This post may contain paid advertisements or affiliate links. What is an affiliate link? It means that if you click on one of the product links, Warrior Poet Society will receive a small commission at no extra cost to you. This helps support the channel and allows awesome future content. Thank you for the support!).
October 2 · 45 min
Winning at Work Without Losing at Life
Good employees are harder to find than ever—which means it has never been easier for a driven man to win at work. This week, John Lovell pulls no punches on the soft, lazy culture sandbagging the modern workforce. If you want your career trajectory to be meteoric, you have to learn how to count the cost, accept hard knocks, and show up ready to add undeniable value. In this episode, we break down: Billionaire Frameworks: The top virtues required to survive the corporate boardroom. Thick Skin vs. Self-Pity: Why withdrawing from a tough work environment is a self-inflicted mortal wound. The College Detour: A pragmatic ROI analysis on the student loan scam versus learning a trade in your twenties. The Ultimate Priority: How to run the race to win at work without losing your soul, your marriage, or your kids. 🕒 Episode Chapters & Timestamps 00:00 – Introduction: The Philosophy of Winning at Work John introduces the core theme of the episode—why men need good work worth doing—and sets up a challenge based on Donald Trump's The Apprentice. 05:20 – Boardroom Battles: The 5 Competing Values Billionaires Hire For Ben steps into the hot seat to guess what virtues mega-millionaires value most when building an elite team. 05:23 – Round 1: Loud Fighters vs. Calm Under Pressure 06:53 – Round 2: Clever Intellect vs. Hard Workers 08:21 – Round 3: Cutthroat Strategy vs. Absolute Loyalty 10:23 – Round 4: Assertive Taskmasters vs. Kind Team Players 12:55 – Round 5: Doing a Good Job on a Losing Team vs. A Bad Job on a Winning Team 13:02 – Balancing Competing Priorities: Don't Win at Work and Lose at Life John explains how to measure true success as a man by balancing your income, your marriage, and your kids without letting work become an idol. 23:43 – Toughen Up: Thicker Skin vs. Victim Culture A hard look at dealing with difficult work environments, overcoming pride, shaking off insults, and why good employees are easier to stand out as than ever before. 30:21 – Finding Career Contentment in Your 20s and 30s Why loving your job is often "smoke and mirrors," paying your dues at the bottom of the totem pole, and moving from job dislike to radical gratitude. 40:26 – The Pragmatic ROI of College vs. The Trades John and Ben break down the opportunity cost of higher education, the student loan debt trap, and how to become an "interest receiver" instead of an interest payer. Enjoyed this episode? ⚡ Subscribe & Review: If this perspective challenged you to level up your work ethic and protect your family priorities, hit that Follow button on Spotify and leave us a 5-star review to help more men find work worth doing. 🛡️ Gear Up: Protect your eyes on the job or at the range. Head over to the Warrior Poet Society Store right now to grab your pair of ballistic-tested, highly stylish Wiley X Sunglasses featured in today’s shameless plug. https://www.warriorpoetsupplyco.com/collections/eyewear Stay sharp. Build wealth. Protect what matters. Train Hard Train Smart.
September 25 · 35 min
The 5 Hidden Blind Spots of a Natural Born Protector
Do you have the spirit of a protector, but find yourself focused only on physical defense? In this episode, John takes the narrow concept of security and expands it outwardly to reveal the hidden blind spots where many protectors are unwittingly dropping the ball. Join John for a 30,000-foot flyover and a personal audit across the five critical domains of true protection—physical, financial, spiritual, relational, and mental. Learn how to eliminate your vulnerabilities, beat cultural influences to the punch, and step fully into your daily calling on behalf of those under your care. Because a true Warrior Poet doesn't just watch the perimeter; he guards the heart of the home. Please support the show & subscribe/follow so you never miss a release, and take a moment to rate the show and leave a review to help other protectors find us.
September 18 · 53 min
John Lovell’s Wife Tells Her Side of Their Marriage
Twenty years together—but their marriage wasn’t always this good. John and Rebekah Lovell open up about the power struggles, selfishness, and communication mistakes that made their early years so difficult. John admits that leading men on a battlefield didn’t prepare him to lead well as a husband. Becka reflects on control, criticism, and what she learned about respect and submission. From an argument over face wash to learning how to apologize, they share how faith, humility, mentorship, and hard work helped their marriage grow. They also discuss biblical marriage roles, feminism, putting your spouse before your children, and why a flourishing marriage takes more than finding the “right person.” What helped your marriage turn a corner? Share your experience in the comments. Warrior Poet WEBSITE - https://warriorpoetsociety.com TRAIN with us - https://warriorpoetsupplyco.com/train1/ Books by John Lovell - https://www.warriorpoetsupplyco.com/pages/read GET the WarPoet app! | Original shows, training, and much more. iPhone, Android, Amazon, Apple TV etc. https://www.watchwpsn.com Watch the Rally Point Show on the Warrior Poet app FOLLOW US: Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/warriorpoetsociety Facebook | https://www.facebook.com/warriorpoetsociety/ X | https://x.com/johnlovell275 Spotify | https://open.spotify.com/show/6O2q4F2tbmoddeSTo9jKNM?si=qzbO0G6xRs-rs51BZuP31Q Chapters: 00:00 Our Marriage Wasn’t Always This Good 06:19 The Struggles in Our Early Marriage 15:53 Understanding Biblical Marriage Roles 18:08 Why Marriage Is Losing Its Appeal 29:35 Submission, Trust & Shared Decisions 38:22 The Face-Wash Fight 43:03 Building a Marriage That Lasts 49:58 Putting Your Marriage Before Your Children( DISCLAIMER: This post may contain paid advertisements or affiliate links. What is an affiliate link? It means that if you click on one of the product links, Warrior Poet Society will receive a small commission at no extra cost to you. This helps support the channel and allows awesome future content. Thank you for the support!).
September 11 · 52 min
The Mind Game Tearing Our Communities Apart
Is the damage already done? Decades ago, former KGB defector Yuri Bezmenov exposed a chilling, top-secret Soviet plan designed to conquer America without ever firing a single shot. It wasn't a war fought with tanks or bombs—it was a long-term psychological blueprint designed to fundamentally alter our perception of reality. In this episode, John Lovell breaks down Bezmenov’s infamous 4 Stages of Societal Capture: Demoralization, Destabilization, Crisis, and Normalization. When you look at the fracturing of our communities, the death of objective truth, and the rise of modern "doublethink," a terrifying question emerges: Did the plan succeed? Are we currently living through the final stage of a subversion campaign that has been self-perpetuating for generations?Watch the full video to see how this hidden war plan has been weaponized against the West, and what it truly takes to wake up before it's too late. Warrior Poet WEBSITE - https://warriorpoetsociety.comTRAIN with us - https://warriorpoetsupplyco.com/train1/Books by John Lovell - https://johnlovell.comGET the WarPoet app! | Original shows, training, and much more. iPhone, Android, Amazon, Apple TV etc. https://www.watchwpsn.com Watch the Rally Point Show on the Warrior Poet appFOLLOW US: Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/warriorpoetsociety Facebook | https://www.facebook.com/warriorpoetsociety/ X | https://x.com/johnlovell275 Spotify | https://open.spotify.com/show/6O2q4F2tbmoddeSTo9jKNM?si=qzbO0G6xRs-rs51BZuP31Q
September 4 · 1 hr 4 min
Why Are People at War With Truth? | Frank Turek
Why is there a war on reality—and why did Charlie Kirk matter so much in that fight?John Lovell sits down with Christian apologist and author Frank Turek for a powerful conversation about truth, faith, culture, and the battle over reality itself. Frank shares his personal perspective on his friend Charlie Kirk, why he believes Charlie represented truth in an increasingly hostile culture, and what made Charlie willing to engage people who fiercely disagreed with him.Frank also recounts working with Charlie on Christian apologetics and being only feet away from him during the final event of that tour. John and Frank wrestle with grief, evil, free will, Charlie’s legacy, and the remarkable ripple effect his life has continued to have on people around the world.The conversation then goes deeper into The War on Reality—postmodernism, the idea of “my truth” versus objective truth, why people suppress truths they don’t want to accept, and what Christians can do to stand courageously for what is real.📕 Get Frank Turek’s book, The War on Reality:https://amzn.to/4gtKdqNAffiliate link: We may earn a commission from qualifying purchases at no additional cost to you.If you value conversations like this, like, subscribe, and share this episode with someone who refuses to surrender the truth.Chapters:0:00 Charlie Kirk & The War on Reality1:51 Meet Dr. Frank Turek3:55 Why People Reject the Truth9:43 Are People Basically Good?17:11 Frank Turek on Charlie Kirk’s Murder & Legacy29:05 Postmodernism, Cultural Marxism & Identity Politics36:52 How to Reach Postmodernists With the Truth46:52 Socialism, Politics & Why Christians Must Engage57:18 Security, Police & the Attack on Authority1:02:15 Charlie Kirk on Courage & Leadership1:05:01 The War on Reality — Closing ThoughtsWarrior Poet WEBSITE - https://warriorpoetsociety.comTRAIN with us - https://warriorpoetsupplyco.com/train1/Books by John Lovell - https://johnlovell.comGET the WarPoet app! | Original shows, training, and much more. iPhone, Android, Amazon, Apple TV etc. https://www.watchwpsn.com Watch the Rally Point Show on the Warrior Poet appFOLLOW US: Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/warriorpoetsociety Facebook | https://www.facebook.com/warriorpoetsociety/ X | https://x.com/johnlovell275 Spotify | https://open.spotify.com/show/6O2q4F2tbmoddeSTo9jKNM?si=qzbO0G6xRs-rs51BZuP31Q(DISCLAIMER: This post may contain paid advertisements or affiliate links. What is an affiliate link? It means that if you click on one of the product links, Warrior Poet Society will receive a small commission at no extra cost to you. This helps support the channel and allows awesome future content. Thank you for the support!).
August 28 · 35 min
Stop Letting the Bad News Ruin Your Life
Are you suffering from doomscrolling and headline anxiety? You aren't alone. Today, we are putting down the toxic news cycles to look at the big picture. John shares a practical guide on maintaining perspective, protecting your mental health, and shifting your heart toward gratitude in a chaotic world.If you are ready to reclaim your focus, master your mindset, and find real hope despite the negative noise, this video is for you. Warrior Poet WEBSITE - https://warriorpoetsociety.comTRAIN with us - https://warriorpoetsupplyco.com/train1/Books by John Lovell - https://johnlovell.comGET the WarPoet app! | Original shows, training, and much more. iPhone, Android, Amazon, Apple TV etc. https://www.watchwpsn.com Watch the Rally Point Show on the Warrior Poet appFOLLOW US: Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/warriorpoetsociety Facebook | https://www.facebook.com/warriorpoetsociety/ X | https://x.com/johnlovell275 Spotify | https://open.spotify.com/show/6O2q4F2tbmoddeSTo9jKNM?si=qzbO0G6xRs-rs51BZuP31Q(DISCLAIMER: This post may contain paid advertisements or affiliate links. What is an affiliate link? It means that if you click on one of the product links, Warrior Poet Society will receive a small commission at no extra cost to you. This helps support the channel and allows awesome future content. Thank you for the support!).
August 21 · 1 hr 28 min
What Our Hands Have Done To The Innocent | With Seth Gruber
Is abortion just another political issue—or is it one of the defining spiritual and cultural battles of our time? In this episode of The John Lovell Show, John sits down with pro-life activist, author, and filmmaker Seth Gruber for a wide-ranging conversation about abortion in America, the Christian response to the abortion industry, spiritual warfare, the early church, and what it will take to preserve Western civilization. 📕 Get Seth Gruber’s book, The Last Stand: Christ or Chaos — The War for the West: 👉 https://amzn.to/4qi68V6 Seth breaks down the argument behind his viral “demonic counterfeit to communion” message and explains why he believes abortion cannot be separated from the broader spiritual, cultural, and philosophical battles facing America. John and Seth also discuss the dramatic changes to the abortion fight following the overturning of Roe v. Wade, the growing role of the abortion pill, and a major divide within the modern pro-life movement over what legal protection for unborn children should actually look like. They also explore the forgotten history of Christian resistance, the courage of the early church, the responsibility of pastors and Christian men to defend innocent life, and why Seth believes Christians today need to recover a blueprint for faithfulness that previous generations understood. In this episode: • Why Seth calls abortion a spiritual battle • “My body, my choice” and the counterfeit of communion • The abortion industry and the spiritual significance Seth sees behind it • Why protecting the unborn should matter to men who call themselves protectors • What Christians can practically do to fight abortion • The role of churches, pastors, and sidewalk ministry • How abortion has changed since Roe v. Wade was overturned • The abortion pill and the fight for equal protection• The divide within the modern pro-life movement • What the early church can teach Christians today • Christian courage in an increasingly hostile culture • Seth Gruber’s White Rose Resistance • The story and message behind The Last Stand book and film • Why remembering Christian history may be critical to the future of the West 🎬 Learn more about The Last Stand film: https://thelaststand.film 🌹 Learn more about Seth Gruber and White Rose Resistance: https://thewhiterose.life CHAPTERS 0:00 The Biggest Fight of Our Time 2:19 Abortion & the “Demonic Counterfeit” to Communion 29:16 How Christians Can Get in the Fight 35:02 Courage, the Church & Charlie 51:52 The Last Stand: What the Church Forgot 59:49 Ancient Rome, IVF & the Commodification of Children 1:12:59 The Divide Inside the Pro-Life Movement 1:25:11 The Last Stand Film & Book Warrior Poet WEBSITE - https://warriorpoetsociety.com TRAIN with us - https://warriorpoetsupplyco.com/train1/Books by John Lovell - https://johnlovell.com GET the WarPoet app! | Original shows, training, and much more. iPhone, Android, Amazon, Apple TV etc. https://www.watchwpsn.com Watch the Rally Point Show on the Warrior Poet app FOLLOW US: Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/warriorpoetsociety Facebook | https://www.facebook.com/warriorpoetsociety/ X | https://x.com/johnlovell275 Spotify | https://open.spotify.com/show/6O2q4F2tbmoddeSTo9jKNM?si=qzbO0G6xRs-rs51BZuP31Q
August 13 · 40 min
Why Is America Running Out Of Cattle? | Beef Expert- Adam Williams
Beef prices are climbing, America’s cattle inventory has fallen to levels not seen in more than 70 years, and fewer family farms are left to produce the food we depend on. So what is actually happening to America’s beef supply—and is this problem going to get worse before it gets better? John sits down with third-generation cattle farmer Adam Williams to unpack what’s happening behind the scenes of the cattle industry. They discuss record cattle prices, rising costs for farmers, why older producers are selling their herds and land, the decline of family farms, imported beef, antibiotics and hormones, and why supporting local farmers may become increasingly important. They also get practical about buying and raising cattle, what new homesteaders need to know, how livestock auctions really work, and the role small cattle producers still play in America’s food system.
August 6 · 1 hr 46 min
How We Forgot to Be Human | with Chadd Wright
What if the modern life we call progress is actually making us less human? Retired Navy SEAL and 3 of 7 Project founder Chadd Wright joins former Army Ranger John Lovell for one of the most direct and vulnerable conversations on the show. Together, they challenge the modern definition of success—and ask whether real success looks less like status, wealth, travel, and endless reach, and more like putting down roots, working with your hands, building real relationships, raising a family, and becoming useful to the people around you. Chadd opens up about wanting to leave public life, trading his smartphone for a flip phone, learning to feed his family, and building a homestead through community instead of trying to become completely self-sufficient. He also explains why he wants a family cemetery on his property—and why physically digging a grave helped him and his wife work grief out through their bodies. The conversation then becomes deeply personal as Chadd confronts his own pride, criticism, and tribalism within the Church. John and Chadd discuss Christian unity, theological disagreement, preaching in full tactical gear, the Man in the Arena, and why honest conversations between brothers are necessary for real growth. Chadd also shares the terrifying story of nearly losing his newborn son, the fear that followed, and how fatherhood has reshaped his understanding of love, responsibility, and sacrifice. In this episode: • Winning the Mid-State Mile and using psychological warfare• Endurance through addiction, marriage, and public life • Redefining success and becoming more human • Escaping screen addiction and choosing a flip phone • Homesteading, practical skills, and communal self-sufficiency • Grief, burial, and creating a family legacy • Pride, tribalism, and unity within the Church • Nearly losing a child and confronting fear as a father • Chad’s unexpected EDC • Why protectors, providers, and leaders must continue to train • What parts of modern life do you believe have made us less human? Let us know in the comments. Chapters: 0:00 What Does It Mean to Be Human? 1:25 Chadd Wright Joins the Show 2:38 Winning the Mid-State Mile 7:09 Psychological Warfare and Refusing to Quit 9:18 When Endurance Means Saving a Marriage 12:41 Why Chadd Wants to Leave Public Life 14:00 Redefining Success 18:30 Social Media and Artificial Relationships 20:52 Lost Skills Are Making Us Less Human 24:15 Beginning the Homestead Journey 27:22 Self-Sufficiency Through Community 32:37 Why Chadd Wants a Family Cemetery 35:56 The Flip Phone and Being Present 39:07 From Modern Rage to Tribalism 43:59 Humility Is the Answer 49:55 Christians Can’t Give Up on the Church 52:32 Chadd’s Honest Confession About Pride 1:00:24 Close-Handed vs. Open-Handed Issues 1:06:39 Why John Preached in Full Kit 1:20:13 The Man in the Arena 1:27:37 The Hardest Day of Chadd’s Life 1:31:38 Fatherhood, Fear, and Idolatry 1:38:00 Authenticity Over Polish 1:42:04 Chadd’s EDC 1:43:19 Train for Life Warrior Poet WEBSITE - https://warriorpoetsociety.com TRAIN with us - https://warriorpoetsupplyco.com/train1/ Books by John Lovell - https://johnlovell.com GET the WarPoet app! | Original shows, training, and much more. iPhone, Android, Amazon, Apple TV etc. https://www.watchwpsn.com Watch the Rally Point Show on the Warrior Poet app FOLLOW US: Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/warriorpoetsociety Facebook | https://www.facebook.com/warriorpoetsociety/ X | https://x.com/johnlovell275 Spotify | https://open.spotify.com/show/6O2q4F2tbmoddeSTo9jKNM?si=qzbO0G6xRs-rs51BZuP31Q (DISCLAIMER: This post may contain paid advertisements or affiliate links. What is an affiliate link? It means that if you click on one of the product links, Warrior Poet Society will receive a small commission at no extra cost to you. This helps support the channel and allows awesome future content. Thank you for the support!).
July 31 · 1 hr 11 min
The Bread Conspiracy Nobody Talks About with Sue Becker
What happened to bread—and why are so many people blaming gluten?John sits down with food scientist Sue Becker of Bread Beckers to uncover the dark history of modern flour. Sue explains how industrial milling removed the bran, germ, fiber, vitamins, minerals, and essential oils from wheat to create a softer, longer-lasting white flour—and how many of those valuable byproducts ended up in animal feed.They explore the rise of “enriched” flour, bleaching agents, nutrient deficiencies, gluten intolerance, digestion, stomach acid, celiac disease, and the difference between store-bought flour and bread made from freshly milled whole grains.John enters the conversation believing “meat good, carbs bad.” By the end, Sue has him reconsidering nearly everything he thought he knew about bread.In this episode:• What industrial milling removes from wheat• Why white flour became food for the masses• How “enriched” flour got its name• Why gluten may be taking the blame for a larger problem• The connection between fiber, digestion, cravings, and energy• Why bread carries such deep significance throughout Scripture• How to select wheat and begin milling flour at home• Personal stories from people who changed the bread they ate• And yes—Sue Becker torches a loaf of Wonder BreadLearn more from Sue Becker:Bread Beckers: https://www.breadbeckers.com/Sue’s Healthy Minutes Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/sues-healthy-minutes-with-sue-becker-the-bread-beckers/id1609279985Bread Beckers YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@BreadBeckersMedical Disclaimer: This conversation is provided for informational purposes only and is not medical advice. The personal experiences discussed are not guarantees of results. Consult a qualified healthcare professional before making significant dietary changes or changing any medication or treatment.Warrior Poet WEBSITE - https://warriorpoetsociety.comTRAIN with us - https://warriorpoetsupplyco.com/train1/Books by John Lovell - https://johnlovell.comGET the WarPoet app! | Original shows, training, and much more. iPhone, Android, Amazon, Apple TV etc. https://www.watchwpsn.com Watch the Rally Point Show on the Warrior Poet appFOLLOW US: Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/warriorpoetsociety Facebook | https://www.facebook.com/warriorpoetsociety/ X | https://x.com/johnlovell275 Spotify | https://open.spotify.com/show/6O2q4F2tbmoddeSTo9jKNM?si=qzbO0G6xRs-rs51BZuP31Q(DISCLAIMER: This post may contain paid advertisements or affiliate links. What is an affiliate link? It means that if you click on one of the product links, Warrior Poet Society will receive a small commission at no extra cost to you. This helps support the channel and allows awesome future content. Thank you for the support!).
July 22 · 37 min
Anger Is Everywhere & It Can Be Good
Doesn't it seem like everyone is angry? John discusses ways to use anger rather than be used by it.
July 17 · 12 min
3 Reasons Iran Will NEVER Choose Peace
Why does peace with Iran keep appearing close—only to collapse again?On this episode of The John Lovell Show, John goes solo to break down three reasons he believes a lasting agreement with Iran may be far more difficult than Western leaders realize. He examines Iran’s military position, nuclear ambitions, the religious and historical forces behind the conflict, and why negotiating with the Iranian regime may not work like a conventional nation-to-nation deal.John also explores the long-term growth of Islam, the ideological divide between the Islamic world and the Christian West, and why he believes any present-day peace agreement may ultimately prove temporary.Is peace with Iran genuinely possible? Could the Strait of Hormuz become a global chokepoint? Or is the current conflict part of something much older and larger?Watch the full episode, then let us know in the comments:Do you agree with John’s assessment? What is he missing? And if an agreement is reached, do you believe the peace will last?Topics covered:Iran peace negotiations, Donald Trump, Iran’s nuclear ambitions, the Strait of Hormuz, Islam and Christianity, Middle East conflict, jihad, geopolitics, religious conflict, and the possibility of a wider war.Subscribe to Warrior Poet Society for more commentary on faith, culture, preparedness, politics, and the threats facing the West.Warrior Poet WEBSITE - https://warriorpoetsociety.comTRAIN with us - https://warriorpoetsupplyco.com/train1/Books by John Lovell - https://johnlovell.comGET the WarPoet app! | Original shows, training, and much more. iPhone, Android, Amazon, Apple TV etc. https://www.watchwpsn.com Watch the Rally Point Show on the Warrior Poet appFOLLOW US: Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/warriorpoetsociety Facebook | https://www.facebook.com/warriorpoetsociety/ X | https://x.com/johnlovell275 Spotify | https://open.spotify.com/show/6O2q4F2tbmoddeSTo9jKNM?si=qzbO0G6xRs-rs51BZuP31QChapters0:00 Why There Is No Peace Deal0:59 Reason One: Iran Can’t Accept the Deal1:30 Iran’s Nuclear Ambitions2:05 An Ancient Theological Conflict3:32 Understanding the Present Through History4:00 The Growth of Islam5:44 Would Peace With Iran Be Temporary?6:50 C.S. Lewis and the Coming War of Ideas8:10 Islam Against All8:59 Why Iran Is More Than a Nation-State10:26 Reason Three: Peace Won’t Last10:55 Ideological, Spiritual and Physical War11:37 Not All Muslims Agree11:52 John’s Final Assessment12:14 Closing(DISCLAIMER: This post may contain paid advertisements or affiliate links. What is an affiliate link? It means that if you click on one of the product links, Warrior Poet Society will receive a small commission at no extra cost to you. This helps support the channel and allows awesome future content. Thank you for the support!).
July 15 · 51 min
Want A Dream Team? Find Out Where You Fit First. A Conversation on Team Building With Adam James
John Lovell sits down with special guest Adam James to learn how you can leverage the amazingly accurate Core Values Index (CVI) psychometric assessment to grow as a person, partner and team member of any organization. Find out if you are a Builder, Banker, Merchant, or an Innovator and what makes you "tick". This conversation will help you get the resources and tools you need to thrive on your teams and avoid burn out. A free version of this test, as mentioned in video, can be found here:https://erep.com/c/Get our WPS app! | Original shows, training, and much more.SIGN UP: https://www.watchwpsn.com and then download at app stores everywhere. iPhone, Android, Amazon, Apple TV etc.
July 8 · 1 hr 47 min
The Crisis Facing Men, Women, and the Church with Doug Wilson | The John Lovell Show
Pastor Doug Wilson joins John Lovell for a wide-ranging conversation about why modern culture cannot sustain itself—and why, as Doug puts it, “In the long run, stupidity doesn’t work.” They examine secularism, feminism, the growing divide between Gen Z men and women, marriage, family, education, church leadership, and the recovery of biblical masculinity. Doug also explains how he built a multigenerational family that genuinely wants to remain close, and how parents can think wisely about classical Christian school and homeschooling. In this episode: • Why modern culture, secularism, and sexual rebellion cannot last • How to build a family your children want to remain part of • The growing ideological divide between Gen Z men and women • Christian dating, courtship, marriage, and approaching her father • Why Stoicism, red-pill thinking, and raw willpower eventually fail • How husbands lead without anger and wives strengthen their husbands • Reformed versus Charismatic Christianity • Postmillennialism, Calvinism, revival, and church unity • The biblical connection between masculinity, responsibility, and authority The conversation closes with Doug’s definition of masculinity: “the glad assumption of sacrificial responsibility.” Authority does not come from demanding control; it flows toward the man who gladly accepts responsibility and serves those entrusted to him.Warrior Poet WEBSITE - https://warriorpoetsociety.comTRAIN with us - https://warriorpoetsupplyco.com/train1/Books by John Lovell - https://johnlovell.comGET the WarPoet app! | Original shows, training, and much more. iPhone, Android, Amazon, Apple TV etc. https://www.watchwpsn.com Watch the Rally Point Show on the Warrior Poet appFOLLOW US: Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/warriorpoetsociety Facebook | https://www.facebook.com/warriorpoetsociety/ X | https://x.com/johnlovell275Chapters00:00 John Introduces Doug Wilson00:45 Building a Family That Wants to Stay Close05:41 Christmas Traditions and Three Households07:21 Is Sabbath Rigidity Sabbath Breaking?10:33 What Real Rest Looks Like11:52 Why Pastors Should Read Fiction and Poetry14:55 Classical Christian School vs. Homeschool18:32 Watch Your Boys and Watch Your Girls20:11 In the Long Run, Stupidity Doesn’t Work21:53 Why Gen Z Men and Women Are Dividing25:23 Were Young Women Lied To?27:54 How to Find a Good and Worthy Wife32:58 Christian Courtship and Going Through Her Father37:12 Why Digital Chatting Kills Romance38:22 Red Pill, Black Pill, and Stoicism41:12 Vain Glory, Dark Glory, and the Gospel45:27 The Fastest Test of a Healthy Marriage48:32 The Biggest Red Flag in Marriage51:03 Why Wives Sometimes Resist Male Leadership53:15 The Cinder Block Test55:16 How a Husband Learns to Lead Without Anger57:57 How a Wife Strengthens or Discourages Her Husband1:00:09 When Should a Husband Apologize?1:04:37 Men Should Be Thermostats, Not Thermometers1:05:58 Reformed vs. Charismatic Christianity1:10:33 Putting the Fire Back in the Fireplace1:13:46 Reformation and Revival1:16:32 Doug Wilson’s Theological Identity1:19:57 Why Postmillennialism Changed Everything1:23:07 Is Calvinism the Secret Sauce of Revival?1:25:19 John Wesley, George Whitefield, and Grace1:30:05 How Doug Wilson Became a Calvinist1:36:15 How Much Doctrinal Agreement Does a Church Need?1:38:01 Preventing Church Division and Factions1:39:52 The Neglected Qualification for Church Leaders1:43:28 Doug Wilson’s Favorite Guns1:45:04 Masculinity and Sacrificial Responsibility1:47:04 Closing(DISCLAIMER: This post may contain paid advertisements or affiliate links. What is an affiliate link? It means that if you click on one of the product links, Warrior Poet Society will receive a small commission at no extra cost to you. This helps support the channel and allows awesome future content. Thank you for the support!).
July 1 · 20 min
From Warehouse to President, The Journey of a True Leader | John Lovell Show w/ Chris Speten”
John is no longer handling the day-to-day management of Warrior Poet Society. He remains the founder, owner, creative voice, and driving force behind the mission, but he has handed operational leadership to one of his closest friends: Chris Speten. In this conversation, John and Chris explain why the change was necessary, how their friendship began before they had ever met, and why Chris moved across the country to help plant a church with a man he barely knew. Chris also shares the unlikely path that prepared him to lead Warrior Poet Society—from working in a warehouse and managing sales teams to overseeing major construction projects, serving as an executive pastor, and now becoming president of WPS. They also reveal three of the largest operational changes in Warrior Poet Society history: • A new e-commerce platform • New offices and studio space in Rome, Georgia • A dedicated WPS warehouse designed to provide faster, more accurate shipping This is not John walking away from Warrior Poet Society. It is a major leadership transition intended to strengthen the organization, improve the customer experience, and expand the impact of the WPS mission. Subscribe for more from John Lovell and Warrior Poet Society. CHAPTERS 00:00 Why John Is No Longer Running Warrior Poet Society 01:17 Meet the New President of WPS 01:46 Their Friendship Began Before They Met 02:08 Moving Across the Country on Faith03:23 Why Chris Said Yes 05:33 John’s Very Strange Welcome Gifts07:02 From Warehouse Worker to Executive Leadership 08:51 How Chris Became President of WPS10:58 How John and Chris Divide Leadership 12:10 Three Major Changes at Warrior Poet Society 12:47 A New Online Store and New Home in Rome 13:58 Warrior Poet Society’s New Warehouse 16:42 Why Their Partnership Works 18:07 The Nacho Libre Friendship Test 18:51 The Dad Joke Showdown 20:19 Final Thoughts #WarriorPoetSociety #JohnLovell #Leadership Warrior Poet WEBSITE - https://warriorpoetsociety.comTRAIN with us - https://warriorpoetsupplyco.com/train1/ Books by John Lovell - https://johnlovell.com GET the WarPoet app! | Original shows, training, and much more. iPhone, Android, Amazon, Apple TV etc. https://www.watchwpsn.com Watch the Rally Point Show on the Warrior Poet app FOLLOW US: Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/warriorpoetsociety Facebook | https://www.facebook.com/warriorpoetsociety/ X | https://x.com/johnlovell275 Spotify | https://open.spotify.com/show/6O2q4F2tbmoddeSTo9jKNM?si=qzbO0G6xRs-rs51BZuP31Q (DISCLAIMER: This post may contain paid advertisements or affiliate links. What is an affiliate link? It means that if you click on one of the product links, Warrior Poet Society will receive a small commission at no extra cost to you. This helps support the channel and allows awesome future content. Thank you for the support!).
June 24 · 33 min
TRUE Heroes Have A Death Wish ☠️
John Lovell travels abroad and walks in the footsteps of Leonidas, Socrates and the Apostle Paul. What did these men have in common and what's behind John's heroes having a death wish?
June 19 · 35 min
Why Your "Beans and Bullets" Won't Save You From the End of the World
In this episode, John Lovell delivers concrete steps to protect your family from a potential societal collapse and widespread national instability. He moves past basic survival supplies to outline a comprehensive blueprint for enduring the end of the world as we know it. Warrior Poet WEBSITE - https://warriorpoetsociety.comTRAIN with us - https://warriorpoetsupplyco.com/train1/Books by John Lovell - https://johnlovell.comGET the WarPoet app! | Original shows, training, and much more. iPhone, Android, Amazon, Apple TV etc. https://www.watchwpsn.com Watch the Rally Point Show on the Warrior Poet appFOLLOW US: Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/warriorpoetsociety Facebook | https://www.facebook.com/warriorpoetsociety/ X | https://x.com/johnlovell275 Chapters: 00:19 — The Truth About Prepping vs. Fear-Mongering 02:11 — Intro to the PACE Strategy for Societal Collapse 03:20 — The Cost of Not Planning: A Modified Pascal's Wager 04:18 — Political Advocacy & Facing Tyranny Head-On 06:02 — Community Integration: Your Local Defense Network 08:42 — Escaping the Cities: Moving to Safe Zones 10:05 — The Spiritual Battle: Faith Amidst Chaos 12:20 — Financial Insulation: Downsizing Assets Before a Crash 14:22 — Grid Collapse Essentials: Tools, Water, and Long-Term Food 16:08 — Crucial Skills: Homesteading and Collective Security 17:26 — Active Defense: Firearms, Tactical Training, and Budgeting 19:23 — The Ultimate Goal: Building an Off-Grid Fortress 20:34 — Outro & Supporting the Movement
June 17 · 16 min
The Mystery Box That Changed My Life
Stop doom-scrolling and start building your mind. In this video, John pulls from a mystery box that contains books that completely re-wired how he thinks about his life, business, relationships, etc.—and discusses why "the books that write you" matter more than the books you write. From heavy-hitting theology and apologetics to the surprising power of classic fiction, we break down why reading (and yes, audiobooks count!) is an essential discipline for the modern Warrior Poet. It's time we stop wasting our mental energy on social media feeds and start sharpening our minds. 👇 GET THE FULL READING LIST HERE 👇https://www.amazon.com/shop/johnlovell275/list/2EVTKX9M93LJN?ccs_id=bdaee383-20e1-4a48-b37b-de2313731742 Chapters: 0:23 - The Mystery Box 1:30 - Do Audiobooks Count as Reading? 3:15 - The Books That "Wrote Me" 5:45 - Diving into the Fiction Stack 8:00 - The Heavy Stuff: Theology & Apologetics 11:15 - My Challenge to You: Put the Phone Down Warrior Poet WEBSITE - https://warriorpoetsociety.comTRAIN with us - https://warriorpoetsupplyco.com/train1/Books by John Lovell - https://johnlovell.comGET the WarPoet app! | Original shows, training, and much more. iPhone, Android, Amazon, Apple TV etc. https://www.watchwpsn.com Watch the Rally Point Show on the Warrior Poet appFOLLOW US: Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/warriorpoetsociety Facebook | https://www.facebook.com/warriorpoetsociety/ X | https://x.com/johnlovell275

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