Passing The Torch with Martin Foster
Passing The Torch is a TORCH LEAP® podcast featuring long-form conversations with leaders, veterans, entrepreneurs, and culture-shapers focused on growth, identity, and transition.
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Welcome to Passing The Torch, a personal development podcast that’s about the journey, not just the destination.
This show is a conversation with people who inspire me — thought leaders, entrepreneurs, athletes, authors, and others who are constantly evolving and learning about themselves. I’m not pretending to have it all figured out, and that’s what makes this podcast different. As I navigate my own personal growth and discover new tools, insights, and stories that are helping me, I’m bringing you along for the ride.
I believe that when it comes to self-improvement, we don’t always need to hear from someone who has already "arrived" at their ideal self. Instead, we can find power in connecting with people who are in the trenches alongside us, figuring things out as they go. Passing The Torch is an opportunity for both of us to learn, grow, and share in real-time.
Every episode, I sit down with individuals from all walks of life — from CEOs and best-selling authors to Special Forces Operators, friends, and elite athletes — and we dive deep into the lessons they’ve learned, the obstacles they’ve overcome, and the wisdom they’ve gained. Along the way, I’ll be sharing my own experiences and insights from my personal development journey.
Whether you’re someone who’s looking for guidance or simply enjoy hearing raw, honest stories of transformation, Passing The Torch offers something for everyone. It’s not about being perfect; it’s about sharing what we’ve learned and helping each other move forward.
Join me on this adventure. Let's pass the torch together.
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© 2026 TORCH LEAP®, LLC. All rights reserved.
Passing The Torch with Martin Foster
Ep. 119: Timothy Klund (aka TK) From Air Force to Celebrity Softball - Lessons on Leadership, Loyalty, and Living Life Fully
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Passing The Torch is a leadership podcast from TORCH LEAP® featuring long-form conversations on leadership, identity, transition, resilience, and culture.
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Timothy Klund, aka TK, shares his journey from being an Air Force veteran to becoming a successful entrepreneur and community leader.
The conversation also delves into the origins of the Celebrity Softball Classic, emphasizing the significance of community and connection.
TK's insights on spirituality, personal growth, and the necessity of hard work provide listeners with a roadmap for achieving their own success and fulfillment.
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Quick Episode Summary:
Air Force, leadership, resilience, relationships, faith, family, giving back, gratitude.
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SEO Description:
Air Force vet TK shares leadership, resilience, and the power of connection, plus stories from the Celebrity Softball Classic and lessons from life and business.
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🌟 Torch Takeaways and 🎙️ Highlights:
- TK’s take on life after multiple near-death experiences
- The evolution and impact of the Celebrity Softball Classic
- Lessons in leadership and loyalty from hometown roots
- Why “success is by design” and passion beats chasing money
- Power of gratitude, faith, and daily routines for a fulfilled life
- Special stories about celebrity friendships, helping others, and learning from failure
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Chapters:
00:00 Relax, Have Fun, Move Forward
06:27 Celebrity Charity Football Collaboration
15:14 Childhood, Loyalty, and Life Lessons
16:05 Small-Town School Memories
24:31 Time, Purpose, and Responsibility
28:38 Taking the Leap
33:37 Redefining Leadership and Success
40:19 Success is by Design
45:32 Life-Changing Decision and Reflection
51:43 Freedom and Quality of Life
54:30 The Power of Positive Affirmations
01:01:33 Networking, Passion, and Connections
01:02:37 Success, Trust, and Boundaries
01:09:49 Privacy, Positivity, and Avoiding Fame
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Looking for someone to host your event, emcee, or conduct a live podcast, please email passingthetorchpod@gmail.com
Additionally, I will be offering a podcast class. If interested, please email passingthetorchpod@gmail.com
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Episode Sponsor:
Are you retiring or separating from the military soon? Looking for an alternative to Veterans Group Life Insurance (VGLI)? Reach out to Dan Guzman Life Solutions, Dan is a 27-year United States Air Force veteran and retired Command Chief.
If you want coverage that makes sense, reach out today at https://www.danguzmanlifesolutions.com/
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TORCH LEAP®
Connect with Passing The Torch: Facebook and IG: @torchmartin
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Episode 41: Lee Ellis – Freeing You From Bond That Make You Insecure
Episode 81: Kurt Warner – Perseverance, Humility, and Lighting the Way
Episode 90: Michelle 'MACE' Curran – How to Turn Fear into Fuel
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© 2026 TORCH LEAP®, LLC. All rights reserved.
Passing The Torch is a leadership podcast from TORCH LEAP® featuring long-form conversations on leadership, identity, transition, resilience, and culture.
-
Timothy Klund, aka TK, shares his journey from being an Air Force veteran to becoming a successful entrepreneur and community leader.
He discusses the importance of relationships, the value of time, and the lessons learned from both successes and failures.
The conversation also delves into the origins of the Celebrity Softball Classic, emphasizing the significance of community and connection.
TK's insights on spirituality, personal growth, and the necessity of hard work provide listeners with a roadmap for achieving their own success and fulfillment.
-
Quick Episode Summary:
Air Force, leadership, resilience, relationships, faith, family, giving back, gratitude.
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SEO Description:
Air Force vet TK shares leadership, resilience, and the power of connection, plus stories from the Celebrity Softball Classic and lessons from life and business.
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🌟 Torch Takeaways and 🎙️ Highlights:
- TK’s take on life after multiple near-death experiences
- The evolution and impact of the Celebrity Softball Classic
- Lessons in leadership and loyalty from hometown roots
- Why “success is by design” and passion beats chasing money
- Power of gratitude, faith, and daily routines for a fulfilled life
- Special stories about celebrity friendships, helping others, and learning from failure
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🔥 TK's Resources
➡︎ Celebrity Softball Classic: https://celebritysoftballclassic.org/
➡︎ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/klund09/
➡︎ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/timothy-klund-tk-6150152/
➡︎ TK’s Book Stop Whining Start Winning: https://amzn.to/4qAYpAR
➡︎ Verve Systems LLC: https://verveperformancelabs.com/team-2/
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Episode Mentions:
Scott Huesing
The D.O.C.
Roger Clemens
Matthew McConaughey
Toby Keith
Clint Bruce
Marcus Luttrell
Ray Care
Brad Lea
Joe DePinto
Kevin Mench
Lemuel Stinson
Jim McMahon
Julius Jones
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Quotes to open episode:
“Success is by design”
“Also, Stay on your G’s: God, Goals, Grace, Greatness, and Gratitude.”
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Chapters:
00:00 Relax, Have Fun, Move Forward
06:27 Celebrity Charity Football Collaboration
15:14 Childhood, Loyalty, and Life Lessons
16:05 Small-Town School Memories
24:31 Time, Purpose, and Responsibility
28:38 Taking the Leap
33:37 Redefining Leadership and Success
40:19 Success is by Design
45:32 Life-Changing Decision and Reflection
51:43 Freedom and Quality of Life
54:30 The Power of Positive Affirmations
01:01:33 Networking, Passion, and Connections
01:02:37 Success, Trust, and Boundaries
01:09:49 Privacy, Positivity, and Avoiding Fame
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Looking for someone to host your event, emcee, or conduct a live podcast, please email passingthetorchpod@gmail.com
Additionally, I will be offering a podcast class. If interested, please email passingthetorchpod@gmail.com
Episode Sponsor:
Are you retiring or separating from the military soon? Looking for an alternative to Veterans Group Life Insurance (VGLI)? Reach out to Dan Guzman Life Solutions, Dan is a 27-year United States Air Force veteran and retired Command Chief.
If you want coverage that makes sense, reach out today at https://www.danguzmanlifesolutions.com/
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Passing The Torch is a TORCH LEAP® podcast.
© 2026 TORCH LEAP®, LLC.
