Pat McNamera on Real Discipline, Leadership, and Why 'Basic Dude Stuff' Matters

24 Jun 2025 • 67 min • EN
67 min
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In this episode of Spartan Leadership, Josh Kosnick sits down with Pat McNamera—retired Sergeant Major, Special Operations veteran, elite performance coach, and the mind behind “Basic Dude Stuff.” Introduced by Dr. Trevor Wilkins, Pat unpacks decades of hard-earned wisdom on building strength, living intentionally, and refusing to play the victim. We cover everything from tactical readiness and civilian training to emotional control, faith, and legacy. Pat’s delivery is unfiltered, but his message is clear: real leadership requires action, not talk. 00:00:00 - Introduction 00:01:27 - Welcome to Spartan Leadership 00:01:42 - Guest Introduction: Pat McNamara 00:02:54 - Pat"s Childhood and Early Life 00:06:14 - Transition to Military 00:10:50 - Overcoming Challenges and Failures 00:11:11 - Perseverance and Self-Motivation 00:12:45 - Advice for Aspiring Entrepreneurs 00:15:32 - The Importance of Feedback and Sanity Checks 00:16:22 - The Power of Ideas and Protecting Them 00:19:37 - The Use of Technology in Capturing Ideas 00:20:40 - Reflections on Military Culture and Leadership 00:27:56 - Transition to Teaching and Building a Brand 00:31:32 - Financial Struggles and Lessons Learned 00:33:12 - Multiple Revenue Streams and Business Sustainability 00:34:49 - Building a Business Through Discipline 00:37:49 - Adapting to Market Changes and Giving Back 00:39:39 - Supporting the Community During Hard Times 00:39:54 - Training Law Enforcement Officers 00:42:00 - Current State of Law Enforcement 00:44:55 - The Importance of Adaptability 00:46:49 - Discussion on Media Influence and Consumption 00:51:30 - Introduction to Basic Dude Stuff 00:51:40 - The Influence and Impact of Basic Dude Stuff 00:59:19 - Reflections on Modern Culture and Masculinity 01:03:17 - Reconnecting with Our Primal Being 01:04:11 - Critique on Modern Dependence on Technology 01:04:36 - Closing Remarks and Gratitude 01:04:48 - How to Follow Pat McNamara 01:05:33 - Closing Message to Spartans  📲 Follow Josh: https://linktr.ee/joshkosnick Follow Pat McNamera: https://www.tmacsinc.com/ #SpartanLeadership #PatMcNamera #BasicDudeStuff #VeteranLeadership #TacticalMindset #Discipline #LeadershipDevelopment #SelfOwnership #JoshKosnick Spartan Valor Foundation is dedicated to empowering veterans, military families, and survivors of child trafficking. Through strategic partnerships, we provide critical resources, advocacy, and hope for those who have sacrificed so much. Join us in making a difference—because no hero should stand alone. 🔗 Learn more: spartanvalor.org Support the show CONNECT WITH ME HERE: Facebook Instagram LinkedIn Twitter TikTok YouTube SUBSCRIBE TO THE PODCAST HERE: Apple Podcasts Spotify YouTube

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