The Daily Forge Podcast

Zach's good friend Rickie Lee Young stopped by while he was in town — and this one’s a story worth hearing.From battling setback after setback on his path to becoming a Marine Corps Infantry Officer to earning a spot on a Hotshot Wildfire Crew out west, Rickie has lived through some of the toughest trials imaginable.He’s no stranger to fear, uncertainty, and doubt — and he’s learned to overcome all three.We dive deep into his journey, and this episode will keep you hooked from start to finish.We

Nutrition doesn’t have to be confusing. In this episode, Tim and Zach cut through the noise to bring some sense back to how we view food, performance, and progress. They talk about what actually matters for long-term results—how to eat for energy, performance, and recovery—and why the scale isn’t always the best measure of success. Whether you’re training hard or just trying to feel better day-to-day, this episode gives you practical tools you can actually use, not another set of rules to

Conflict and confrontation are uncomfortable for most of us, and we’ll be the first to admit—we’re not experts. In this episode, Tim and Zach open up about their own experiences with hard conversations, the mistakes they’ve made, and what they’ve learned along the way. From ways to de-escalate tension to approaching tough situations with clarity and respect, this is a real and vulnerable look at how we can all handle conflict a little better.

In this episode of The Daily Forge Podcast, Tim and Zach dive into the unpredictable and often humbling world of parenting. With Tim raising three kids and Zach navigating life with a toddler (and another on the way), they share honest reflections on the mistakes they’ve made and lessons they’re still learning. This isn’t a parenting guide—it’s a conversation about managing expectations, emotions, and actions in the chaos of raising kids. And if you’ve got advice, they’re all ears.

In this episode, Tim and Zach dive into the fundamental differences between motivation and discipline and how each plays a role in building sustainable habits. They explore why relying solely on motivation often falls short and how discipline can create consistency over time. The conversation shifts to the power of accountability as a tool for reinforcing discipline, with practical strategies and measures to integrate it into your daily life.

In this episode, Tim and Zach dive into the origins and significance of the Memorial Day Murph Challenge, a workout that’s become a cornerstone in fitness communities across the U.S. They break down how the meaning behind the challenge has shifted in some spaces, often overshadowed by competition and showmanship. The conversation explores why understanding the purpose of Murph matters and how to bring the focus back to what it stands for.They also touch on balancing the grind of hard work with being

In this episode, Tim and I discuss:Zach's room temperature understanding of advertising from his short stint at the local business journal in Springfield, MO.The challenges and opportunities of navigating social media.A behind-the-scenes look at The Barbell Games from an organizer’s perspective.Practical tips for managing summer activities, travel, and great weather without losing the progress you’ve made over the past few months.Tune in for insights, lessons learned, and strategies to keep you on

In this pilot episode of "The Daily Forge," Tim Wilson and Zachary Standeford sit down to briefly discuss the origin of their relationship and the inspiration behind the idea of "The Daily Forge." Tim digs into Zach's vision for his newly acquired business, CrossFit Republic, moving forward into the future and how ownership of CrossFit Republic came to be in the first place. Disclaimer: Zach figured out how to create and add music to this episode so they do in fact have an