Podcasts by Cross Choke
We are now on Patreon! Through Patreon we are giving additional and beneficial content alongside the Cross Choke you already know and love. This includes a brand new and additional podcast called Cross Choke+, allowing access to listen in each week rather than biweekly.
Another podcast added to the TFL catalog on Patreon is Cross Punch, a monthly "ask me anything' podcast. Also, receive early, ad-free access. Unlock a private Cross Choke community, voting privileges, behind the scenes content and much more.
Through you Patreon subscription as a TFL Cornerman not only are you gaining access to Patreon-exclusive content and perks (White, Blue and Purple Belt Tiers) you're also helping TFL reach the unreached of combat sports with the truth of Jesus. As a Patron you're becoming a part of proclaiming, investing, planting and resourcing competitors everywhere whom are looking to grow in their faith.
Thank you for your support and love. Without you, TFL and Cross Choke wouldn't be what they are.
- Zach and Dakota
Become a TFL Patron here: patreon.com/tflministries
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#31: Season 4 Finale from 2021-07-07T20:16:46
Catch up with Dakota and Zach in this fun and interactive episode! The TFL team looks back on the season and the highlights of what God has done and the doors He’s opened.
Also enjoy a new...
#30: What is Love? from 2021-05-20T15:41:22
It can be tricky navigating a relationship, especially one where your goal is to keep God in the middle. In this episode, join Zach and Dakota as they share their past relational experiences, what ...
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#29: Honestly... Let's Flow Roll from 2021-04-29T22:28:40
Thank you for joining us in this very vulnerable and challenging episode. Dakota and Zach share honestly about some of their struggles and where they currently are in life, as well as some of the t...
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#28: Time for Change With Bogey Valdez from 2021-04-14T14:00:26
He's baaaack! Bogey graciously accepted another invite to join us again on another CC.
In this exciting and thought-provoking episode we discuss a new season of life that Bogey finds himse...
#27: Leadership Sucks from 2021-03-31T14:00:20
It does doesn’t it?… Well, sometimes it does. For a lot of us we feel leadership is a heavy burden with unrealistic expectations put on us. It can make us wonder how we ever got into such a place o...
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#26: Let's Talk Atheism from 2021-03-19T07:19:03
Have you ever considered the consequences of your beliefs as an atheist? As a Christian, have you ever attempted to defend your faith with logic and reason rather than personal experience?
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#25 The Enneagram - Season 4 Premiere from 2021-03-03T15:00:32
We are back with season 4!
We had a lot of fun recording this episode and chatting about Enneagrams. We dive into the study of Enneagrams and how, with a deeper understanding of them, they...
#24: Back to Normal - Season 3 Finale from 2020-11-23T05:12:31
“I just want things to get back to normal.”
Have those words entered your mind during this year? Maybe you’ve heard that statement within your family, workplace or academy. This year has b...
#23: You're a Tool from 2020-11-01T15:00:34
SPECIAL OFFER: Join us at our White Belt tier for $3 a month and we will send you a complete NLT Bible. If you already have a Bible, then consider it as a gift for someone you know. Visit us here: ...
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#22: The Most Important Submission - Special Guest: Bryan Deats from 2020-10-18T14:00:24
In this packed episode, Dakota and Zach are joined by a great friend and coach: Bryan Deats! Listen in as Bryan shares about his depth of training and experience as a coach. He shares about overcom...
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#21: Bettering Your BJJ - Finishing the Submission from 2020-10-04T15:00:17
How can you find better success on the mats? Zach and Dakota evaluate training tips and tricks on how to improve your submission success. From mentality to intent, Zach lays out a progression of co...
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#20: Don't Fear from 2020-09-20T15:00:28
In this episode of laughs and challenges, Dakota and Zach had planned on an interview with a very special guest that didn’t quite come to fruition. So, Zach, the Lone Ranger himself, takes the oppo...
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#19: Season 3 Premiere - Give it a Rest from 2020-09-06T14:30:10
Cross Choke is back for Season 3! We are honored to serve you with challenging and personal content to help you grow in your walk with God.
If you look on social media, glance at the news...
Welcome to Cross Choke -- Preview Trailer from 2020-08-29T00:00:40
Welcome to Cross Choke! We are so happy you have found us. Here we discuss topics such as combat sports, music, current events, Christianity and so much more. No matter where you are in your faith,...
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#18: Season 2 Finale - Special Guest: Jake Duran from 2020-07-06T04:35:18
In this exciting and fun season 2 finale, Dakota and Zach are joined by one of their best friends, Jake Duran! Be challenged as Jake shares about his time oversees and what God has been teaching hi...
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#17: Finding Balance in the Cross - Special Guest: Abbi Reitan from 2020-06-23T04:24:24
Ever felt off balance in your relationship with God? Does what you know about Him match what you are experiencing on a daily basis? In this episode, Zach and Dakota unpack ways in which we can get ...
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#16: Finding Balance in Justice - Special Guest: Bogey Valdez from 2020-06-06T07:44:40
Dakota, Zach and their special guest, Bogey Valdez, discuss communication techniques, racism, bigotry and what justice means. With vulnerability and a sincere heart, Bogey shares insights into his ...
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#15: Finding Balance in Life from 2020-05-25T19:53:04
In this community-chosen topic, follow Dakota and Zach as they discuss where they aren’t balanced and what they do to find balance. With their common-sense approach, evaluate what may need adjustin...
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#14: Who is in Your Corner? from 2020-05-05T04:59:42
May the 4th REMAIN with you! From Star Wars and Odin, to competing with a team and bloopers galore at the end of the end, Cross Choke delivers on all levels in this packed episode!
Join Da...
#13: Special Guest: Pastor Randy Lindgren from 2020-04-07T02:59:44
In this very special episode, Dakota and Zach are honored to be joined by one of their closest mentors, friends and pastors: Randy Lindgren. Join them as they discuss why Randy chose to be a minist...
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#12: The Unmasking from 2020-03-31T05:33:41
BONUS EPISODE!
In this fun and packed episode Dakota and Zach discuss what it means to make the most of time spent with God. What about when we have the opportunity to, why is it that we f...
#11: Coping With Corona from 2020-03-20T18:15:18
Corona Virus is real as is the panic associated with it. How are Christians to react? Where is God in this? Do we get more toilet paper?
In this episode Dakota and Zach discuss truths behi...
#10: What's a Cross Choke? from 2020-03-08T07:10:58
So, what is a Cross Choke anyways? Join Zach and Dakota as they improv an episode through the origins of Cross Choke and how it's roots grew from The Fight Life Ministries. Learn and apply to your ...
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#9: Special Guest: Alex Sexton from 2020-02-24T06:34:51
In this PACKED episode Dakota, Zach and Alex Sexton discuss ways to be a better dad, how to learn from failure and how to start a pyramid scheme. Learn more about our special guest, Alex, and what ...
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#8: I can do all Things Through a Verse Taken out of Context from 2020-02-10T03:37:54
Cross Choke is back! Season 2, Episode 8, is packed with nostalgia, truth and laughs! Looking forward, Dakota and Zach set the tone and anchor on what it should always be: the Bible. Listen and lea...
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#7: Where is Jesus? (Season 1 Finale) from 2019-12-16T07:51:51
Season finale! Dakota and Zach wrap things up with an episode packed full of laughs, sound theology and every segment available! The team asks the question: If Jesus isn't on the cross or in the gr...
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#6: What Does the Christmas Story Mean to me? from 2019-12-09T09:21:07
There is so much begging for our attention during the Christmas season and it's easy to be distracted from what we can all overlook and take for granted: why Jesus came. Open you Bible and follow a...
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#5: Special Guest: Isiah Rodriguez from 2019-12-02T04:20
Dakota and Zach are joined by a very special guest, Isiah Rodriguez! Together, the Cross Choke team discusses what it means to have a positive work environment. What was Dakota’s first job? How imp...
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#4: Three Ways to Develop Positive Self-Esteem from 2019-11-24T19:45:02
In this packed episode, Dakota and Zach discuss ways in which we can develop a higher self-esteem through biblical perspectives and personal experiences. What does God desire for us within self-est...
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#3: Host Interviews Part 2 from 2019-11-18T04:24:36
Learn more about your hosts in this fun-filled episode! How did TFL start? How did Dakota come to know Jesus? Find out how Zach is officially an organic hipster who only likes their "last album". A...
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#2: Host Interviews Part 1 from 2019-11-11T09:35:57
Want to know more about Dakota and Zach? Check out part one of our interviews! Pineapple on pizza? Favorite R6 operator? We share some fun questions and details about our walk with Jesus. Also, new...
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#1: Kanye West from 2019-11-04T00:46:32
Zach and Dakota kick season one off with an exciting and fun podcast reflecting on Kanye West's transformation. With new segments and community involvement let's journey through the vision and purp...
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Cross Choke | Intro from 2019-10-31T19:12:58
Cross Choke, a TFL Ministries podcast, is launching with the mission to share the truth of the Cross of Jesus through conversations about Brazilian Jiu Jitsu. Dakota and Zach's conversation will al...
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Interview With Bob, Lewistown 2017, and Racoons! - TFL Revolution Ep. 19 from 2017-04-02T17:57:51
Lewistown 2017!
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Can Soldiers be Christians? - TFL Revolution Ep. 18 from 2017-02-10T22:35:43
Alex shares his thoughts on soldiers being Christians! The team discusses what it means to hear and discern the voice of God! Jake speaks Spanish!
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How to Handle Harship, Fluffy News, UFC 210! - TFL Revolution Ep. 17 from 2017-01-27T21:21:24
Peachy Lit and Z-Swag lead the show, everyone else is lame! We talk about what it means to live out your faith as a Christian during hardships! Small Groups for Hackett were lit! And Rumble is goin...
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We are back! - TFL Revolution Ep. 16 from 2017-01-18T06:17:03
2017 is here and we are BACK! New mics! New studio! (Zach's kitchen) The crew shares their thoughts about what it means to be a young Christian in today's society and how they have fun! Anthony nam...
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UFC 205, Abiding, D-Kotes Reitan! - TFL Revolution Ep. 15 from 2016-10-23T19:45:10
We're back! On this episode Jake is joined by special guest, Dakota Reitan. Today's show is lit, you don't want to miss it!
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UFC 203 Results, Unashamed Living, The Revolution. - TFL Revolution Ep. 14 from 2016-09-25T20:15:20
UFC results are in after two weeks off! Today, we talk about living unashamed and how you can join the revolution. Today's episode is powerful, you don't want to miss it!
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Christian Music, Colin Kaepernick, and UFC Hamburg! - TFL Revolution Ep. 13 from 2016-09-04T19:23:37
On this episode we talk about the Colin Kaepernick controversy! Results from UFC Hamburg are in! Honoring God with our music is todays Topic of the Show!
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Kevlar, Atheism, and UFC Vancouver! - TFL Revolution Ep. 12 from 2016-08-28T19:18:23
Jake leads the show with longtime FightLife friend Robbie "Kevlar" Leipheimer! Dakota submits a question about atheism! UFC Vancouver results are in!
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UFC 202, Olympic Games, Jibbles! - TFL Revolution Ep. 10 from 2016-08-14T20:25:10
Jake leads the show with special guest, Troy aka Jibbles! Zach and Alex are absent because they aren't that cool! Olympic Games and UFC are hot topics for Ep. 10!
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Zach's Farewell Show - TFL Revolution Ep. 9 from 2016-08-07T21:11:25
Alex is gone again, because he's a good father! Zach's last show before he leaves to a vague location! Jake can't remember his childhood!
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Best show ever! - TFL Revolution Ep. 8 from 2016-07-31T21:24:34
We are all reunited! We talk about Alex's nipples! Jake plays footsies! And, finally, THE POPE IS HERE!
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Alex had a baby, Jesus is coming back, Pope and the Bible, Evan's Story! - TFL Revolution Ep. 7 from 2016-07-24T22:58:03
Alex leads the show with our good friend, Evan! Hear how Evan came to know Jesus and be challenged to go deeper in your faith! Alex gives insight into Islam and the Pope! A lot of truth is spoken t...
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Pokémon GO, Siri, Jake's Jokes, Hack Attack, Favorite Accents! - TFL Revolution Ep. 6 from 2016-07-17T21:15:46
Today is a great day! Jake goes to the bathroom with his mic! Secret Agent Hackett checks in on the show! Alex is going to have a baby! And we talk about Pokémon GO!
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High School Stories, UFC Madness, Jihad, Pushups! - TFL Revolution Ep. 5 from 2016-07-10T21:12:50
Special guest, Evan Burgess, tells us his thoughts on Pokémon GO! Jake recaps the insane week of UFC fights! Alex shares all things America! And Zach defines thermodynamics and a new segment called...
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If Alex Were President, ISIS, The Pope, UFC 200 Predictions! - TFL Revolution Ep. 4 from 2016-07-03T21:04:31
Alex shares what he would do as president! Big things with ISIS and the Pope! What does Jake think of UFC 200 and will he be doing 200 pushups next week!? Zach wants a new segment, so let him know ...
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Rampage Jackson, United Kingdom, Your favorite Bible Verses! - TFL Revolution Ep. 3 from 2016-06-26T21:29:25
We talk about how Rampage shouldn't have won! Alex shares his thoughts on the United Kingdom leaving. Listen in to our awesome spitfire questions! And we chat about your favorite Bible verses!
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E3, Guns, 2 Pac, Ideal UFC 200! - TFL Revolution Ep. 2 from 2016-06-19T21:08:08
E3 happened! We talk about all that Playstation announced. Jake's ideal UFC 200 card! Here what Mike and Alex have to say about guns and their take on it all. And our classic spitfire questions!
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Brock Lesnar, Hillary Clinton, UFC 199! - TFL Revolution Ep. 1 from 2016-06-12T21:40:10
Welcome to TFL Podcast. Enjoy as Zach, Jake and Alex talk about the presidential race, UFC 199, and E3!
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