What does it mean to Never Quit?

In this unforgettable episode of The Charge Forward Podcast, host Jim Cripps sits down with the two men who taught him everything about resilience—his father James Cripps and uncle John Cripps.

From Post Depression-era Nashville mischief to near-death experiences in their seventies, these brothers embody grit, ingenuity, and an unshakable zest for life. You’ll hear:

• How they "borrowed" a boat as kids and paddled miles downriver
• Why John, at 69, flipped a RZR 1000 Turbo at 70 mph and still landed on the podium
• James' powerful journey from military service to leading veterans through the broken VA system
• How they built lifelong skills in metalwork and carpentry without formal training
• And what it means to live by the motto: "You don't stop—you just slide into something else."

Their sibling rivalry pushed them to excellence. Their work ethic kept them independent. And their stories will change the way you view aging, purpose, and what it means to keep charging forward—no matter what life throws at you.

💥 “Be somebody worth dying for—because so many have died to give you this opportunity.” — James Cripps

🎧 Listen now for a rare glimpse into two lives that prove resilience isn’t about survival. It’s about how you live while you’re here.

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