In this episode of Raising Rebels, Joel sits down with entrepreneur, father, and coach Tyler Tote for a powerful conversation about redefining wealth, reclaiming time, and stepping into purpose. Tyler shares the emotional moment that pushed him to leave a stable banking career, the years of discipline and sacrifice that followed, and how faith became the foundation of everything he built.

From delayed gratification and living below your means to becoming a creator instead of a consumer, this episode is packed with practical wisdom for men who want more than just money—they want impact, freedom, and legacy. Tyler also breaks down his three-minute nightly plan, the mindset of being the CEO of your life, and how small daily habits compound into massive long-term change.

If you want to grow as a man, lead your family well, and build a life aligned with your values, this episode is for you.

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Chapters

00:00 - Intro: Money, mindset, and faith

02:10 - Meeting Tyler Tote and his mission

05:15 - Leaving a secure banking career

10:20 - Trading time for dollars vs real wealth

15:05 - Sacrifice, fear, and six years of grind

20:40 - Designing the “perfect day”

25:30 - Faith as the foundation of freedom

31:10 - What financial freedom really means

37:45 - Delayed gratification in an instant world

45:20 - Living below your means

52:30 - Creator vs consumer mindset

01:00:10 - Extreme ownership and responsibility

01:08:40 - Finding purpose and direction

01:16:20 - CEO of your life mindset

01:23:30 - The three-minute nightly plan

01:30:10 - Final advice and where to find Tyler

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Links

SunlitStudios.com

@TheBibleShowPodcast

@UnderTheHoodFL

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#DelayedGratification #ChristianMen #Fatherhood #TimeFreedom #ExtremeOwnership

#MenOfFaith #LeadershipDevelopment

Discipline can shape a child’s character—or crush their spirit. In this episode of Raising Rebels, Joel and Tech break down how to give consequences that teach, not punish, and how to discipline in a way that builds a bridge, not a wall. We talk about the danger of correcting in anger, practical ways to downregulate (yes—breathe), why discipline is really training, and how to make consequences predictable, proportional, and age-appropriate. You’ll also hear a helpful framework from law enforcement (a “use of force continuum” applied to parenting), plus a powerful approach to creating a family discipline charter so everyone knows the expectations ahead of time.

If this helped you, like, comment, and subscribe—and share it with a dad who needs it. 

Chapters

00:00 - Cold Open: Discipline can shape or crush

00:18 - Welcome: Consequences that teach, not break trust

01:22 - React vs Respond: Never discipline in anger

03:19 - Resource Spotlight: “Standing on the Promises”

04:17 - Biblical Lens: Slow to speak, slow to anger (James 1)

04:44 - Redefining Discipline: Training, not punishment

06:56 - Real Dad Moment: The mower incident & asking forgiveness

08:31 - Quick Reset: Walk away + deep breathing

10:32 - Downregulation: “The hack” before you walk in the door

10:41 - Breathwork Example: Deep End Fitness + staying calm under stress

12:27 - A Hard Line: Don’t discipline with your hand

13:49 - Spanking Talk: When it’s appropriate—and how not to do it

15:00 - Use-of-Force Parenting: Verbal first, escalation last

16:32 - “Spare the rod?” Shepherd context + guiding/protecting

17:35 - The Process: Teaching, consequence, restoration, prayer

23:04 - Age-Appropriate Wisdom: Public tantrums & private correction

24:31 - Family Discipline Charter: Kids help set consequences

31:54 - Takeaways: Training ground, reconnection, breathe

32:35 - Closing Scripture: Proverbs 3:11–12 + sendoff

Links

SunlitStudios.com

@TheBibleShowPodcast

@UnderTheHoodFL

Hashtags

#RaisingRebels #Fatherhood #ParentingPodcast #Discipline #BiblicalParenting #ChristianDads #AngerManagement #EmotionalRegulation #Breathwork #BoundariesForKids #ParentingTips #FamilyLeadership #Proverbs #James1 #HealthyHomes

Pastor Sam joins Joel to unpack a dad’s calling as the primary spiritual leader at home—why modeling real, imperfect faith beats outsourcing it, how simple daily rhythms (good questions, prayer, church, and one-on-one time) shape kids, and how to navigate tough conversations with honesty and grace. You’ll hear research-backed reasons fathers matter, practical prompts to spark deeper talks, and hope if you feel late to start. Stick around for Sam’s final challenge to “chase after Jesus in front of your kids.” Like, comment, and subscribe to support more episodes of Raising Rebels! 

Chapters

00:00 - Intro: A father’s spiritual duty

00:17 - Welcome to Raising Rebels + guest intro

00:38 - Why engaged dads matter for faith

01:53 - Eternal stakes: what truly lasts

03:26 - Misconceptions: “Do I need seminary?”

05:21 - It takes a community of godly men

06:07 - Research: a dad’s faith & outcomes

10:01 - Four questions that unlock conversation

12:11 - Guiding kids through hard topics

12:55 - Power of one-on-one time

14:40 - Keep it simple: daily prompts that work

16:41 - Modeling repentance & grace at home

20:03 - A fifth-grader’s fear of failure

21:25 - Redefining success biblically

24:05 - Hope for dads starting late

26:48 - Final charge: live your pursuit of Jesus

29:01 - Where to find Sam’s shows

29:56 - Outro & call to action

Links

SunlitStudios.com

Hashtags

#RaisingRebels #Fatherhood #SpiritualLeadership #FamilyDiscipleship #ChristianParenting #FaithAtHome #BiblicalParenting #ParentingTips #MenOfFaith #YouthMinistry #UnderTheHood #TheBibleShow #RioVistaChurch #DadsMatter