Last Good Fight

This is part 2 of my last episode "Kidnapped". This is the crazy story of the Manley Hot Springs murders in Alaska. Michael Silka went on a violent spree killing rampage in November 1984, targeting residents in the remote Alaskan town before a standoff with Alaska State Troopers one of which I knew, Troy Duncan. This podcast delves into the chilling true story of Silka's actions and the lasting impact on the community. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/justinknowles/message

A young boy faces a kidnapper at a park in Fairbanks, Alaska. Here is his story. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/justinknowles/message

This is the story of Ross Capicchioni who at the young age of 17 found himself in the fight for his life. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/justinknowles/message

In this episode I share all the pain and wisdom from the 2022 Tahoe 200 ultramarathon race. I go over the training and gear prep up to the race and what led to ultimately pulling out of the race at mile 83. Failure sucks but its part of growing. I'll be back!! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/justinknowles/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/justinknowles/support

A story of epic failure during a rescue mission involving the SEAL Team, Coast Guard, and a merchant fishing boat. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/justinknowles/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/justinknowles/support

Unbelievable survival story of the crash of Air Florida flight 90 and what was known as "The Man in the Water". --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/justinknowles/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/justinknowles/support

Have you ever yearned for an Eagle like level of focus? A concentration so intense that the world around you dissolves into oblivion, leaving only your goal and the tasks in focus? In this short story I recount my personal journey of attaining this state of mind. It began with a failure on a stressful military examination, but through self-reflection and honestly.....desperation, I discovered a simple way to harnessing that laser-like focus. Join me on a journey to learn how to unlock this for yourself and conquer your goals. Enjoy, Justin --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/justinknowles/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/justinknowles/support

A story and a life lesson that has proven to be one of the most valuable tools I have used to slay the dragon. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/justinknowles/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/justinknowles/support

15 miles off the coast our SEAL Team was in bad shape, the boats were flipped over, the swells were massive, guys were puking, and the submarine was gone. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/justinknowles/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/justinknowles/support

In this episode, we explore "the Shadow" and what it means to be a "dangerous man" according to Jordan Peterson. The Shadow is the part of ourselves that we suppress, including our darker impulses, fears, and desires. Peterson argues that confronting and integrating the Shadow leads to greater self-awareness, confidence, and success in navigating life's challenges. Join me to learn how embracing your Shadow can lead to a more fulfilling and empowered life for yourself and those around you. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/justinknowles/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/justinknowles/support

Arriving in Egypt shortly after a government revolution to meet up with our military contacts and things don't go as planned. Buckle up! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/justinknowles/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/justinknowles/support

The story takes place deep below the surface of the ocean, aboard a submarine that's 900ft underwater. But things aren't going according to plan. One of our SEAL team members is missing and nobody knows where he is. Little do they know, he's already trapped in a perilous situation. Buckle up, hold your breath, and get ready to plunge into the unknown. This is the story of "Trapped 900ft Underwater" --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/justinknowles/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/justinknowles/support

A teenage girl is shot by her boyfriend. As a young 19 year old EMT I get the call. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/justinknowles/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/justinknowles/support

Without pain there is no progress. Here is why you need pain in your life to get to the next level. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/justinknowles/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/justinknowles/support

We all make goals and plans to achieve great things in our life but what about setting a goal you will most likely fail at? A goal so beyond your ability you may have no idea how to begin. Setting a "Failue Goal" could be the best thing you ever did this year. A moon shot goal that scares the crap out of you. In this episode I'll share with you the benefits of setting a "Failure Goals" and why you should have one in 2020. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/justinknowles/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/justinknowles/support

How to deal with stress and overthinking. Combat dive story from BUDS class 206 that brought a new level of stress I never thought possible. Enjoy. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/justinknowles/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/justinknowles/support

What happens when the goal you have been working toward starts slipping away? You have been working hard and yet you are facing another setback. Yep happened to me today.... here is the story and how to stay focused on the goal and regardless of what life throws at you. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/justinknowles/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/justinknowles/support

This one piece of wisdom will change your path from stressed out and failing at life to focused and ready to crush any goal. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/justinknowles/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/justinknowles/support

Back after a few months off and ready to crush 2020! In this episode I share a short story about two wolves in your mind and how to stay focused on your goals. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/justinknowles/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/justinknowles/support

Part 3 of the running series. I talk about caveman breathing. The most common types of running injuries and how to deal with them. I recap the last two running episodes then my final thoughts on running and why you should be doing it everyday. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/justinknowles/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/justinknowles/support

All about running and what you need to do to prepare for bootcamp and Special Operations. RUN! You got more questions about running that I didn't cover just send me an email at justinknowles808@gmail.com --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/justinknowles/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/justinknowles/support

This is part 1 of a series on running. This episode will get you started and I share few good hacks to keep you running (even if you hate it). --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/justinknowles/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/justinknowles/support

My time at Marine Corps Sniper School and a big life lesson I learned the hard way. Enjoy --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/justinknowles/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/justinknowles/support

My guest and I talk all about deployment and being away from family and "normal" civilization. How you change as a person and when you return home it's not always a picnic. Thanks to Phil for sharing and all he does with his company @liveamericanyogi --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/justinknowles/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/justinknowles/support

Time for a few good war stories. Joe Himpelmann & Shah Chowdhury, share lessons learned from several combat deployments to Afghanistan and Iraq. How taking the shortcut is not always a smart idea. Why complacency kills. When listening to experience is wise. Why the enemy gets a vote. Enjoy. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/justinknowles/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/justinknowles/support

Going though a difficult time in your life? Yep I have been through many difficult times for sure. Death, failed relationships, failing classes, to unexpected crap that just happened. Yes it always sucks and it's painful. Here is my advise to help you get through it if you find yourself going through your own "season of Pain" --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/justinknowles/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/justinknowles/support

A story that starts 10,000 feet in the air and only seconds to make a critical decision before death. Enjoy --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/justinknowles/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/justinknowles/support

Ian Sparks, Army Combat Vet and Business owner. We talk about war, deployments, family, and the company he co-founded "Battle Bars". www.thebattlebars.com --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/justinknowles/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/justinknowles/support

Jack Lucas was the youngest recipient of the Medal of Honor at just 17. He was labeled Unkillable after two events that would have killed any mortal. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/justinknowles/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/justinknowles/support

You ever have a time in your life where you feel like you are just not making progress and you feel like things are going slow? Nothing is happening? Yep that's normal and part of the journey to any goal. In this episode I'll share how to successfully cross your own desert in life and do it well. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/justinknowles/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/justinknowles/support

Failure and success is holding you back. Here is one way to crush 2019. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/justinknowles/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/justinknowles/support

You ever feel like your in a barrel full of monkeys and all of them are preventing you from escaping. In this episode you will find out how to escape that trap

A wise man once told me "If you run with the Wolves at night you best be able to soar with the Eagles in the morning" this is the story of how I learned this principal the hard way. I'll share how you can apply this to your life on a daily basis to take advantage of key opportunities that come your way and operate at the next level.//// If your interested in joining "The Seven" program you can DM me on Instagram @military or email me at justin@iaqv.com --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/justinknowles/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/justinknowles/support

Rule 20 from the Book "Rules for a Knight" by Ethan Hawke --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/justinknowles/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/justinknowles/support

"Rules for a Knight" by Ethan Hawke, Rule #1 "Solitude" Rule #2 "Humility" --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/justinknowles/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/justinknowles/support

Rules for a Knight is a novel written by Ethan Hawke. The story takes place in the 15th century and is written in the form of a letter from Sir Thomas Lemuel Hawke, to his four children. The novel shares Sir Thomas life as a knight and offers advise in 20 rules to his children to guide them if he does not make it back from battle. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/justinknowles/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/justinknowles/support

All about taking risk and why you should be taking more chances every day. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/justinknowles/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/justinknowles/support

These words can drastically change your day if you do this one simple thing.

What do you do when things really suck? At work, at school, in life? Time to "Embrace the suck!"

BUDS Class 206. I share a bit about my experience and suffering in Basic Under Water Demolition SEAL training (BUDS) to become a Navy SEAL. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/justinknowles/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/justinknowles/support

In this episode we talk all about working on YOU! Yes that's right stop working so hard on your job and work more on yourself. This is the path to success. Not more hours at the office but spending more time on making YOU better. This episode will seriously help you crush work at another level. Let's do this! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/justinknowles/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/justinknowles/support

In this episode we talk all about Self-discipline and willpower. What it is and how to get more of it in your life. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/justinknowles/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/justinknowles/support

Welcome to the very first episode -0:00 About the podcast and me -3:00 Legacy quote from Jim Rohn -5:00 Challenge --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/justinknowles/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/justinknowles/support