025: Who's Driving the Sled?: Faith, Leadership & Life with Olympian Tom Becker

In this episode we are joined by Olympian tom Becker to discuss his experience in bobsledding, his involvement in the Olympics, the evolution of his training, and the incorporation of prayer into his workout routine. The conversation covers a wide range of topics, including the rosary, physical fitness, spiritual growth, gratitude, and the role of men in the Christian faith. Tom shares personal experiences and insights related to prayer, pilgrimage, spiritual disciplines, and the challenges of aging. The importance of contemplative prayer, gratitude, and the need for men to step up in their faith are highlighted throughout the conversationalong with a wide range of topics including the impact of societal changes in the 70s and 80s, the role of men in society, the influence of COVID-19 on faith, the misconceptions of Catholicism, and the challenges of modern culture. We also delve into the issues of pornography, child trafficking, and the need for Christian men to stand up against societal evils.TakeawaysBobsledding and Olympic ExperienceEvolution of TrainingIncorporating Prayer into Workouts Rosary as a meditative practiceGratitude and spiritual growthThe role of men in the Christian faith Societal changes in the 70s and 80s had a significant impact on families and relationships.The role of men in society and the importance of upholding responsibility and faith.The influence of COVID-19 on faith and the positive impact it had on bringing people to Christ.The misconceptions of Catholicism and the need for a deeper understanding of its beliefs and practices.The challenges of modern culture, including the issues of pornography, child trafficking, and the need for Christian men to stand up against societal evils.Chapters00:00 Incorporating Prayer into Workouts30:16 Physical Fitness and Spiritual Discipline36:51 Personal Spiritual Growth and Gratitude42:29 The Role of Men in the Christian Faith01:06:05 Challenges of Modern Culture