Episode 60: Inside the Mind of Speed Records, Failure, and Firearms with Tom Kubiniec

How do you embrace fear and failure to build a multi million dollar business, shred heavy metal guitar solos and break land speed records in a custom built car? In this episode of the On Adventure Podcast, I sit down with Tom Kubiniec—entrepreneur, former heavy metal guitarist, and the so-called "gun storage guru." From his days tearing up the music scene to building a global business in military weapon storage, Tom's journey is one wild ride. We dive deep into what it means to stake a claim in life before you've "earned it," why failure should be embraced (and quickly), and how creativity fuels not just business, but bold living. A killer insight from Tom: "You don't know where you're going to land until you jump. As you're falling, you will find a place to land.  If you're not happy with that one, jump again."  We also explore his adrenaline-pumping pursuits: restoring rare cars, racing across the Utah salt flats, and finding peace in silence while bow hunting. This episode is about pushing limits, whether in the boardroom, behind a guitar, or out in the wild. If you're looking for inspiration to go all-in on your ideas or just want a reminder of how short life is, this one hits home. Episode Highlights: [1:12] - Tom's journey from unknown rock guitarist to global leader in military gun storage [6:05] - The pivotal moment of "claiming" expertise before it was proven—and why it worked [13:25] - How public speaking and guitar technique both benefit from slow, intentional practice [17:00] - Fail fast: Why Tom says failure is not the enemy but the pathway to innovation [25:55] - The birth of a game-changing locking system after a live simulation revealed a major flaw [33:02] - Creating personas in business and why it's not about being fake—it's about solving problems [39:45] - Breaking a land speed record with a 750cc custom car: the build, the danger, the payoff [44:00] - Why silence in the woods and watching a forest wake up is Tom's ultimate reset [54:10] - Final reflections on living fully, embracing fear, and making the most of the one life we get Links & Resources: SecureIt Tactical Tom's YouTube Guitar Performance (Layla in DADGAD) Bonneville Speed Week Info Closing Remarks: If this conversation with Tom fired you up to take bold steps in your own adventure, make sure to follow the podcast so you never miss an episode. And if you enjoyed this one, rate, review, and share it with a friend who's ready to make their move. Also, don't forget to check out the full video episode and more on our On Adventure YouTube page and hit that Subscribe button. Thanks for tuning in!