Shellda Podcast
Hosted by the 2X Paintball Photographer of The Year. This podcast focuses on the human side of paintball going deeper into vulnerability.
Shellda Podcast
#68: I quit my job to chase my dreams ft Tom Guest
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Tom Guest just made one of the biggest moves of the 2026 NXL season — leaving the Los Angeles Ironmen and returning to San Antonio XFactor. In this episode, Tom opens up about the REAL reasons behind the move, the mental battles he’s faced, and why this next chapter is the most important of his career.
We also dive into Tom’s personal journey: leaving a secure law-enforcement path, battling social anxiety, building a career through photography, and rebuilding his identity around values instead of expectations.
If you want the real human side of a pro athlete — beyond stats, beyond highlights — this conversation is everything.
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