What does it take to chase a dream for 14 years and finally become a published author?
In this episode of The ToosDay Crue, we sit down with author, podcast host, entrepreneur, professional wrestler, certified personal trainer, and internet radio station owner Chad Martin to talk about his unconventional journey from the wrestling ring to becoming a published author.
Chad spent 14 years writing, rewriting, learning, facing rejection, and refusing to quit before publishing his first novel, Hale County, in 2025.
But his story goes far beyond writing.
As professional wrestler Big Daddy Storm, Chad learned how to connect with an audience, tell stories through emotion and movement, think on his feet, and command a room. Those lessons later shaped his work as an author, podcast host, public speaker, entrepreneur, and creator.
Today, Chad Martin writes across multiple genres including horror, fantasy, science fiction, thrillers, business, personal development, and nonfiction. He is also the creator and host of the FAFO Podcast, where he has long-form conversations with authors, entrepreneurs, creators, and fascinating people from all walks of life.
Chad also owns Undefined Radio, an independent internet radio station focused on giving independent musicians, podcasters, and creators a platform to reach new audiences.
In this conversation, we explore:
🔥 Chad Martin’s 14-year journey to becoming a published author
🔥 How rejection and persistence shaped his writing career
🔥 What professional wrestling taught him about storytelling
🔥 The story behind Big Daddy Storm
🔥 Writing horror, fantasy, science fiction, thrillers, and nonfiction
🔥 How to become a better storyteller
🔥 Why authenticity matters more than perfection
🔥 Podcasting and the philosophy behind the FAFO Podcast
🔥 Why unscripted podcast conversations can create better interviews
🔥 Creative entrepreneurship and building multiple income streams
🔥 Discipline, consistency, fitness, and mindset
🔥 Independent publishing and the realities of becoming an author
🔥 Building an audience through books, podcasts, radio, and entertainment
🔥 Why Chad believes everyone has a story worth telling
If you are an aspiring author, writer, podcaster, entrepreneur, content creator, professional wrestler, or anyone pursuing a creative dream, this conversation is packed with lessons about persistence, storytelling, discipline, audience connection, and refusing to give up.
💬 QUESTION FOR YOU:
How long would you continue chasing a dream before deciding it was taking too long?
Drop your answer in the comments.
👍 Like this episode if you enjoy conversations about writing, entrepreneurship, podcasting, storytelling, personal growth, and unconventional success stories.
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🌐 Learn more about Chad Martin:
chadrmartin.com
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