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BeTempered Episode 60 – Real Freedom Isn’t Doing What You Want—It’s Becoming Who You’re Meant to Be
What does true freedom really look like in our daily lives? In this thought-provoking Independence Day episode of BeTempered, hosts Dan Schmidt and Ben Spahr welcome guest Brian Ballenger for an intimate, wide-ranging exploration of how personal discipline—and the courage to confront our own weaknesses—shapes genuine independence.
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BeTempered Episode 57 – From the Sidelines to the Frontlines of Education with Carl Rhinehart lll
What does it mean to run toward the fire instead of away from it?
For Carl Rhinehart III, that question became more than a metaphor—it became a mission. On this powerful episode of the BeTempered Podcast, Carl joins hosts Dan Schmidt and Ben Spahr to share his journey from insecurity and adversity to purpose and impact.
BeTempered Episode 31 - Near-Death, New Life: How Jason Koger Became a Bionic Inspiration
What if a moment of unimaginable adversity became the turning point of your life? Today, Jason Koger and Jeff Jacobs from Owensboro, Kentucky, share their extraordinary journeys of resilience and transformation. Jason recounts his early years on a family farm, where the values of hard work and integrity were instilled in him, and how these foundations helped him navigate the harrowing aftermath of a life-changing electrical accident. With vivid storytelling, Jason takes us through the incident that left him temporarily heart-stopped yet ignited a burning determination to overcome all odds, including becoming the first person in the world to receive two bionic hands.
What it Means to BeTempered
Tempering is a heat treatment process used to improve the toughness of glass & metals like steel, making them less brittle and more durable.
"Tempered" refers to being moderated or controlled, as in having a measured approach to situations rather than being excessively emotional or reactionary.
At BeTempered, we are more than a podcast; we're a movement encouraging individuals to embrace adversity, lead with integrity, and evolve into their best selves.
Our Story
BeTempered is more than a podcast it’s turning into a movement—one that calls people to embrace hardship, lead with character, and become the best version of themselves.
Why We Do It
We created BeTempered to showcase authentic stories of resilience, leadership, and transformation. Life's challenges test us, but they also have the power to forge our strength and character.
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