A former Marine and survivor of the Global War on Terror armed with a professional potty mouth and a penchant for IPA, lover of things that go bang, exploring the facets of crafting a nice stick to stir the pot with.
This week, we break down Alex Garland's Warfare—a rare war film that actually nails the realism. Kato and Brian dig into what the movie gets right, discussing everything from set design to radio jargon. Then we shift gears into the pursuit of rifle accuracy, exposing the myths around “sub-MOA” expectations and unpacking real-world data from the field. We close it out with a sharp take on the growing trend of AI girlfriends and what that means for the future of relationships and onlyfans.Another packed episode—let's get into it.
Pat Tozzi is back, and this time, we're diving even deeper.In his first episode, we talked about his journey from the SEAL Teams to running Green Devil Garage, where he builds custom motorcycles and hot rods that are nothing short of rolling works of art. But behind the craftsmanship and the adrenaline-fueled lifestyle, there's another side to the story—one that many veterans face but few openly discuss.Today, Pat opens up about the mental health challenges of transitioning out of the Teams, the identity shifts that come with leaving a high-stakes environment, and how he found purpose in his new mission. From the struggles of reintegration to the mental resilience required to forge a new path, this conversation is raw, real, and a must-listen for anyone navigating their own transition—whether from the military, a high-performance career, or any life-altering chapter.If you've ever wrestled with what comes after the thing that once defined you, this episode is for you.Pat, welcome back to the show.https://www.instagram.com/greendevil_garage/https://www.greendevilgarage.com/
Welcome back to the channel and join us for the first episode of 2025!Today Kato gives you a Shot Show recap being attached to the folks at BCPrecision Ballistics and all things 6Max. Brian updates us on the current state of affairs in the Ukraine conflict from his first hand experience on the ground, as well as expose the Trump foreign policy decisions that will exacerbate the future of war as we see it.
Today's guest is a true American Badass - Pat Tozzi. Before he was building custom choppers and hot rods at his shop, Green Devil Garage, Pat was a frogman—spending nearly two decades in the SEAL Teams in an ACTUAL leadership role. Upon retiring, Pat transitioned full time into the world of custom motorcycles, channeling his passion for craftsmanship into unique, one-of-a-kind bikes that are as much works of art as they are machines. But it doesn't stop there. Pat's dedication to giving back is equally inspiring. He creates custom art pieces to auction off for veteran nonprofits and foundations, using his talents to support those who have served and continue to serve. His journey is one of transformation, resilience, and an unwavering commitment to both his craft and his community. In today's conversation, we're going to dive into Pat's incredible story—from the SEAL Teams to the garage—and explore the ways in which he's honoring his fellow veterans while building a legacy of his own. Pat, welcome to the show. https://www.instagram.com/greendevil_garage/ https://www.greendevilgarage.com/
In this episode, we sit down for a long awaited Part 2 with Bryan Pickens, a retired Army Special Forces veteran who after 20 years of service has transitioned from an elite military career to Hollywood consulting and building custom hot rods and motorcycles. As the founder of Gas & Garters, Bryan shares his journey from the battlefields of Iraq, Afghanistan, and most recently Ukraine to advising on major film productions, and finally, crafting some of the most jaw-dropping custom vehicles on the road. From combat to creativity, this conversation is packed with insight, inspiration, and stories of resilience. Don't miss it!
This week on Weapons Free Wednesday, We return from Asia kick things off with a nod to Peanut and Harambe—two icons that made us pause, reflect, and laugh. From there, we dive into the general sense of disconnection that's running through the U.S. right now and the personal sense of malaise caused by how we as Americans continue to fall behind in quality of life and global infrastructure.And we close it out with a simple, but crucial reminder: get out and vote—because it matters.
This week we had the pleasure of siting down with Mike Pappas in the Dead Air studio out in beautiful Heber, Utah. We get the origin story on one of the industries most prolific silencer companies. From redesigning products for the additive manufacturing space, to the current state of suppressor sound testing standards, we get info straight from the founder himself. We had a great time with the Dead Air team, more to follow in 2025. Grab your favorite beverage and pull up a chair, this one you don't want to miss!
Fresh after the grand opening party at Piece Of Mind Guns, Kato is back! We break down some questions about ghost guns, drones and the evolution of warfare. Other topics include increased provocations by the PRC in the Pacific.
WHAT IS UP. Its been a while friends. Summer of 24 has been a crazy whirlwind of movie sets and adventure. Here is a little channel update and wee rant about Gen Z for you.
Our good friend Megan "MP" Recher substitutes for Kato and oh boy did we get a spicy one. Starting with the absolute failure on all parties involved in the Trump assassination attempt and ending with field expedient zombie weapons. We cover the gamut on fan submitted questions this week on WFW.
We are back! Here is a little channel and life update for you folks. After a month of travel between us, Kato and I get back together to do a Patreon Q&A for your weapons free enjoyment. Tune in for a spicy one.
Nick Betts is back! He joins us to after action our Anzac Day celebrations in Sydney this past week. We discuss how travel gives you perspective and can make you more patriotic as an American and how some traditions are there to preserve history and teach lessons. Its always a pleasure to have one of the hardest working creatives back on the cast. "Its like therapy at this point". Links: https://www.instagram.com/n_betts/ https://www.instagram.com/krupto_strategic/
This week we are joined by Brian Cook and Clark Curnutt from BC Precision Ballistics. They are the minds behinds the new 6MM Max cartridge, and if you're not familiar with it you've been living under a 6mm Arc rock. We cover everything from initial ideation to velocity testing and all the different payload options in between (Yes it defeats armor). We get schooled on what it takes to develop a cartridge that just may well dethrone 60+ years of NATO standards. This one is for the nerds. Links: https://www.instagram.com/bcpb6mmmax/https://bcprecisionballistics.com/
Kate Mclaren joins us for the first time for the second time. A little life update and some patreon Q&A. From Governmental oversight to how she got into martial arts. Join us this episode to meet Brians other half.
When we discovered she was interrogating Taliban at an undisclosed location, we had to have her back on the cast. From second helpings of Naked & Afraid to her extensive journey with psychedelics as a healing medium, no punches were pulled on this one. Ladies and Gentlemen, Kerra Bennett is back! Previous Episode #49Insta: https://www.instagram.com/k.err.a/
What happens when you bring a pink Ruger topped with a Holosun to the gun range? A Weapons Free Wednesday rant is what you get. Range day update, plus our initial thoughts on Tyson Vs Paul on this episode.
When a random Instagram DM turns into a great podcast episode. This week we are privileged to have IDF combat veteran Doron Keidar on the show. He gives us a a first hand glimpse into the current conflict in Palestine, from evolved tactics to how to mentally prepare for prolonged war in your backyard. Keep an open mind and accept the reality of the situation that people like Doron face everyday.
Kato & I chop up some questions from our patrons. When was the last time you almost died? When was the last time you changed a belief or opinion on something? What "Cool Guy" goals have you got? Plus a wee rant somewhere in between.
The second installment of our podcast with "Long Range Jesus". Part 2 goes into the nerdiest aspects of ballistics. From how BC SD will ruin your hit probability to the best "affordable rifles" to get hits at distance. Todd gives us a glimpse into the hard science that makes up ballistics "black magic". Links: https://www.accuracy1st.com/
On this episode we answer Patreon and Instagram questions. Topics include realistic prepping, US politics and a couple rants. Tune in.
So imagine if every global Tier 1 Special Operations unit all shared the same textbook for long range shooting. Now imagine having to sign non disclosure agreements to even read some of the pages in said textbook. It would be safe to reason said textbook is an extremely valuable body of work. Well it is an absolute honor to have Todd Hodnett, the author of said textbook, on our podcast for the next two episodes. I always love catching up with the godfather of the "christmas tree reticle" .Part 1 covers how he came to rewrite and instruct the worlds premiere sniper schoolhouses and the origins of the Horus / Tremor Reticles. Part 2 will cover the nerdiest aspects of long range shooting, from new cartridges to bullet and optic selection. Links: https://www.accuracy1st.com/
The Retro Craze has taken the world by storm. From carry handles to 80s shoulder pads. What is cool and what isn't cool? As adults why do we want the things we couldn't have as a child? This, and a rant on the absolute hypocrisy that our government is up to this week.
Our first guest of the year is Todd Fairbairn, founder and CEO of OTTE Gear. Todd and I go way back on the Shot Show history this episode. From designing 800 dollar jackets that nobody could afford to becoming the premiere tactical clothing choice of Post Malone. Tune in to gain a glimpse into the niche world of tactical clothing. Links:https://ottegear.com/
First episode of 2024 is here! Kato and I chop up the shit show that was 2023 and do a little After Action Report on Shot Show 2024. What was cool, what was innovative and how you should never meet your heroes, unless its Ambrosia Terrebonne or Mike Pappas. 11/10 would recommend stopping them to say hi. Time to get after 2024.
Happy Thanksgiving to you magnificent bastards. I discuss what and who I am thankful for this year and go over the early days of low light force on force principles developed from the surefire institute, and what those techniques have turned into today. Just a wee little rant.
Small dissection of the reality on the ground in Gaza. There is no appropriate and equal use of force in war, war-fighting is war-fighting. CAT suppressors coming onto the market and shaking things up. ATF hates grown up paintball.
Recently retired Special Forces "Heathen" Bryan Pickens joins us this week. With near two decades of combat experience, Bryan shares with us his journey, from advising Ukrainian SOF to building insane hotrods for select clientele and all the strip club reviews in between. This episode is definitely one for the men. Links: https://www.gasandgarters.com/ https://www.instagram.com/gasandgartersofficial/?hl=en
It is almost the end of the year, have you accomplished your goals that you had set out? Here is the reminder episode that the world has gone off the rails and the fear is the mind killer. It will creep into every thought, decision and action. Don't let it.
Michael Parris is known in certain circles as a certified "Mad Genius". From cutting up cool whip containers as a kid to create snowboard bindings before snowboarding was a thing, to developing rover tech and early AI as a subcontractor to NASA. The man behind Igneous Custom Skis & Snowboards definitely lives up to the moniker. How does one go from being a NASA fabricator to making the worlds best skis & snowboards for your close friends in Wyoming? Join us to find out. Links:https://www.instagram.com/igneous_factory/https://www.igneousskis.com/
Sometimes life blows up in your face... or rapes you without lube... That happened recently so here is an update on things and how i had to change my mental outlook to cope with it. Fail Harder, Return Stronger.
"I don't feel that I am a living piece of history, I participated in it, but I don't think I was a living piece of it...that means you made history, I was just a part of it." - Stu Barclay. From flying 500 knots at 50 ft over Laos to aiding in the evacuation of Saigon as a flight deck officer. We are honored to have Mr. Barclay share his story with us. Its a wild one.
Trevor is back for the first time for the second time. We go WAY back, from Fallujah to Idaho. We cover everything from toxic leadership to becoming a celebrity barber. This episode is a taste of what an evening at Barclay & Hill sounds like. Links:https://www.instagram.com/barclayandhill/https://square.site/book/EFC1QKE78YEEK/barclay-hill-meridian-id
Command Master Chief Dean Howell, founder of the Rising Son Podcast, joins us this week to discuss the state of the US Navy. Topics covered are: The strategic importance of Taiwan, Chinas role in destabilizing and draining US resources, Bad Leadership in the Gov, How to assimilate as a gaijin in Japan, Preservation of History through the platforms we have available to us. Its a good one. Links:https://linktr.ee/risingsonpodcast
How Mystery Ranch became our favorite pack brand. A rant on Modlite Systems followed by a little tin foil hat talk about Chinese lasers and the death of Wagner Group founders in a supposed plane crash.
Jonathan may be one of the more interesting humans walking the Earth right now. We discuss his life journey thus far, from being voted most eligible bachelor to battling PTSD and founding his own product company. Jonathan gives insight on what it takes to live a crazy life. Do it, just listen to this episode. Links:https://www.instagram.com/geysersystems/https://geysersystems.com/
I moved back into my truck for the perpetual summer. Where did all the man colours go?! New Toyota 70 Series ! Winter Vs Summer. Lets F**ckin GEE OH!
Team Overland is back on air! Whilst in Oregon for Overland Expo PNW, we sat down with one of our original guests Matt Havniear, to recap on life and the day to day operations at Team Overland. We discuss off road recovery, Afghanistan failures and the effort required to run a non profit in todays world. Go check em out. Links: https://www.teamoverland.org/ https://www.instagram.com/teamoverland/
* Inserts belt of linguistic ammo... Holds trigger down until empty. Repeat the process. Its time for a rant!
This week we are joined by Keegan Keller, the sales and marketing director for CBI off road and Prinsu racks. We discus everything related to overlanding, from vehicle builds to dream roadtrips and how the average user abuses their vehicles. Toyota > Jeep. Change my mind.
Happy Treason Day fellow Americans. On this episode we discuss how vulnerability is not a weakness but a strength, how sometimes friendships die and how to be a better human.
We made it to our 100th episode! So it was befitting to have Matt Vincent of Not Dead Yet back onto the show, as he was the person that got me to start this podcasting journey in the first place. We couldn't have done it without you crazy fans so here is a sincere thank you from the LE team. Matts socials: https://www.instagram.com/matthewpvincent/ https://www.instagram.com/notdeadyet_brand/
We are almost to a hundred episodes! Recapping 2 years into the podcast scene, It's all because of you guys so here is a genuine thanks! We after action our visit to the CBI Off Road / Prinsu Racks headquarters. Thrown in also is a wee rant about about Navy SEALs.
D-Day remembrance & update on the Free Russian Legion. War is hell... so is TikTok. Topics this week include TikTok as spyware, how airsoft is banned in several countries and how great of a creation The Last Of Us was.
Happy Memorial Day Weekend! This week, fellow veteran Kerra Bennett, joins us for a riot of a conversation. From being naked on national television to wildlife conservation on several continents. There is not much that will hold Kerra back.
The Russians are advancing!.....Just not Putins Russians... This week we answer reader Q&As ranging from unhappy marriages to what vehicles we would want in the future. Topics touched also include ATF stupidity and the Free Russian Legion.
Okay... take TWO! *clap... Chris Cook, founder of Odyssey Training & Consulting, returns for a proper sit down cast. We discuss mindset misconceptions and mistakes in the firearms community, how not to be a "Gun Dummy", and how getting beat up by a middle aged man named Craig will make you a better human. Links-https://odysseytrainingllc.com/ https://www.instagram.com/odyssey_tc/
This WFW gives you a rant on toxic masculinity in the veteran community, how chicks weaponize vulnerability (don't be that chick), and listener Q&A towards the end.
Danielle shows me her poop. Physician assistant, fertility educator, certified nutrition coach, former mental health counselor + personal trainer Danielle is back! We discuss the failing health care system, parasites in the human body and her journey away from "big" medicine to better help her patients. Links: https://www.empoweredmedicine.co/https://www.instagram.com/danielle.kepics/ Strong + Unfiltered Podcast.https://open.spotify.com/show/52cLdv7HkBQ0Z8EZYpirSS?si=ae98c0dc3cf646f5
WFW brought to you by Chat gpt. Not really, but also kinda. Is AI already sentient? Kato joins this week to discuss our experiences with Open AI. Will artificial intelligence change our future for the better? Utopia Vs Dystopia. Lets Fn GO!Links: https://www.bemyeyes.com/ https://theaiinstitute.com/about SAR https://ieeexplore.ieee.org/document/9682412
The venerable Matt Griffin returns for our Shot Show recap. Touchy Euros, Elk hunting stories and how to be a better human. Also discussed, the brief history of flip flops (thongs) and how they are undoubtedly the pinnacle of fighting footwear. PROVE ME WRONG!
The cantankerous head of Loneelement is back stateside! This episode covers returning home, Aussie slang, and rehashes Brians very rational fear of sharks. Don't get left on the boat at night.
© 2020-2025 Ivy Podcast Discovery LLC
