Taking the Lid Off

Chad and Tim return to have a simple chat about having perspective and gratitude.  Two things that can get you a long way in live especially these days.  

In this episode I talk with my friend and security expert Justin about protecting your personal data. We talk about using secure email and messaging as well as using VPNs and browsers. Find more from Justin at https://swiftsilentdeadly.com

Since we talk transition on this show a good bit I thought it'd be appropriate to share my story.  I focus mainly on the job aspect, so if you have questions about any other parts just ask in the comments. 

We're back with John Karuza and talking about filing a VA claim once you've already left the military.  

In this episode I talk with John Karuza (son of John Karuza from episode #3) about the VA claims process prior to transitioning from the military.  We give you a general breakdown of the process as well as some tips and things to think about as you get ready for it.  Stay tuned for the next episode where we'll be talking about the claims process once you're out.  

This episode is just me and my mic with a short prepared piece about Memorial Day and what it is to me.  

In this episode I'm talking with Cecilia Craft, a mental performance coach that I worked with while at the Special Warfare Center.  Ceci's department was then known as the Special Operations Center for Enhanced Performance.  She left there and worked with the Cleveland Indians for a bit and is now back there heading up the department.  You can find her at the links below.     allterrainproject.com https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC_nekROA4pZgg9tU6l3SOOQ    

Pat is back and this time we're talking about military transition.  Pat talks about his experience and his blog, "White Belt Mindset".  There's some great advice in here, so have a listen and then check out the link to his blog in the notes below.   www.whitebeltmindset.com    

Like  to shoot?  In shape?  Try "The Tactical Games".  Today I talk with Tim Burke, the founder of the games.  I competed in the first event and it's grown immensely since then.  Listen to Tim and I talk about the growth and future of The Tactical Games and then go sign up!  Links below.  Also look them up on social media. https://thetacticalgames.com      

I'm honored to have with me this week retired SGM Kyle Lamb.  For my listeners he should need no introduction, but if you need to know more just go visit www.vikingtactics.com.  Kyle has his own podcast called Team VTAC podcast that I'm a subscriber to and I've listened to him talk a lot about hunting on there and it's clear that he's passionate about helping veterans.  So this week we talk about transitioning from the military and hunting as a hobby.  If you want to know more about Kyle's various ventures, just check out the links below and support the foundations that Kyle is involved in. If you want to see more about him, his books, VTAC products, etc just go visit www.vikingtactics.com   Team VTAC Podcast wherever you listen Links to the foundations below or look them up on social media. Stay in the Fight Foundation Warrior's Heart Foundation  

This time Pat Fensom and I are talking about a leadership trip we took to visit the Philadelphia Eagles during training camp.  It was a knowledge packed trip that we took a lot away from, both in what we learned from them and how much they took away from us.  Enjoy!

Pat Fensom is a retired Army Special Forces Command Sergeant Major (CSM) and was my CSM during my time as a First Sergeant at the JFK Special Warfare Center at Fort Bragg, NC.  On this episode we talk about some of our time together and the leadership lessons Pat pulled away from his time as the senior enlisted soldier in that unit.  You can find Pat at patfensom@gmail.com Also, check out his blog we'll be talking about in a future episode:  A White Belt's Journey

In this episode I talk with Danny Gomez of First Person Xperience.  We served together as instructors at the Special Warfare Center.  We discuss handling adversity through adaptation, specifically as it relates to the current situation with the coronavirus.    Find Danny at his website below and on social media for First Person Xperience First Person Xperience

In this episode I have attorney Andrew Branca, author of the "Law of Self Defense" on to talk about self defense law.  We talk general self defense law as well as separate self defense law in the states from what veterans may have experienced with rules of engagement (ROE) down range.  I highly recommend picking up Andrew's book at the link below or on Amazon.   Law of Self Defense website  

In this episode I bring back 3 of my former squad members that were in my squad in Bravo Company 2nd Battalion, 505th Parachute Infantry Regiment of the 82nd Airborne Division.  We served together in the 2002-2004 time frame and deployed to both Afghanistan and Iraq together.  We just talk about some of the good times and challenges as well as discuss what made us a good team.  We've kept in touch and like many prior service relationships know we can always count on each other.  I hope you enjoy our stories.

In this episode I talk with my friend Tim Anderson of Original Strength.  He and I wrote a book together called "Original Strength for the Tactical Athlete" and he has authored several books centered around Original Strength.  I encourage you to check out some of his books and visit the Original Strength website to learn more.  Original Strength Original Strength for the Tactical Athlete

In this episode I chat with Rich Brown, co-host of the American Warrior Show and retired Marine.  We talk about transitioning from the military and provide some advice and lessons learned for those transitioning or thinking about transitioning from service.  You can find Rich at the links below.   rich@americanwarriorsociety.com American Warrior Show American Warrior Society Also look up American Warrior Society on Facebook and Instagram

In this episode I talk with John Karuza, my first squad leader from my time as an Airborne Infantryman in the 82nd Airborne Division.  We talk about how his leadership style influenced me and some of our lessons learned.   

In this episode I talk with Mike Lerario about his book Leadership In Balance and some shared lessons learned in the military.  Mike was my Battalion Commander while I was in 2nd Battalion, 505th Parachute Infantry Regiment of the 82nd Airborne Division.  Mike's book:  Leadership In Balance by Mike Lerario Instagram:  mplerario or bethefulcrum Facebook:  Mike Lerario Website:  Crispian Consulting - Be The Fulcrum

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