The Plunge with Garrett Hayes

In 1962, Mike Burton was commissioned in the US Air Force.  Stationed in Thailand, he worked in intelligence and was heavily involved in the conflict across the border in Laos.  These days, he serves on the board of directors for Legacies of War, an organization working hard to not just raise awareness, but help find solutions to clear unexploded ordnance in Laos, Cambodia and Vietnam. https://www.legaciesofwar.org/     The Plunge is sponsored by Farrow Skincare.  For both men and women, Farrow has some of the LEGIT best skincare products on the planet. Their new product, Epic Dermis, is my favorite yet and perfect for an on-the-go action-oriented lifestyle. Farrow products are made with simple chemical-free ingredients.  They're designed to support a healthier you and a healthier planet.  So whether you're hitting the supermarket or you're gearing up to summit Everest, consider lathering up with a little Farrow first. Support the show and get 15% off your first order by entering code “PLUNGE” during checkout.  You can use the code again and again. BUY IT HERE: Farrow.Life Use Promo Code "PLUNGE" for 15% off

Erwan Le Corre is the founder of something called MovNat, which you're going to learn a lot about in this episode.  He's also set some pretty wild records when it comes to holding your breath.   In 2021 he set the US national static apnea record for men under 50 when he held his breath for 6 minutes and 46 seconds.  In 2023 he set a new record, this time for the men's 50+ when he held his breath for 7 minutes and 29 seconds. I thoroughly enjoyed our conversation and I think you will too. MovNat Website BreathHoldWork Website Erwan's Book "The Practice Of Natural Movement: Reclaim Power, Health, and Freedom"   The Plunge is sponsored by Farrow Skincare.  For both men and women, Farrow has some of the LEGIT best skincare products on the planet. Their new product, Epic Dermis, is my favorite yet and perfect for an on-the-go action-oriented lifestyle. Farrow products are made with simple chemical-free ingredients.  They're designed to support a healthier you and a healthier planet.  So whether you're hitting the supermarket or you're gearing up to summit Everest, consider lathering up with a little Farrow first. Support the show and get 15% off your first order by entering code “PLUNGE” during checkout.  You can use the code again and again. BUY IT HERE: Farrow.Life Use Promo Code "PLUNGE" for 15% off

Eric Wartenweiler Smith is a research vessel captain and scientific diver who likes to share his excitement for scientific exploration, and the creative processes that drive and inspire many explorers.   Having participated in the discovery and excavation of sunken Egyptian Cities and historic shipwrecks, developed  new tools for finding un-exploded bombs, and supervised world record setting dives into volcano crater lakes for NASA, he often gets to interview explorers in the field and ask them what made them get up off the couch and go do such crazy things.   He speaks to diverse groups at universities, museums, and cultural institutions and has appeared in documentary films on he Discovery Channel, History Channel, in radio interviews on NPR and the BBC.   Eric lives in Key West Florida with his wife, artist Teresa Willis. Oh yeah, his mother is Swiss. That's why he has a funny name.   www.thehumanvoyage.com   The Plunge is sponsored by Farrow Skincare.  For both men and women, Farrow has some of the LEGIT best skincare products on the planet. Their new product, Epic Dermis, is my favorite yet and perfect for an on-the-go action-oriented lifestyle. Farrow products are made with simple chemical-free ingredients.  They're designed to support a healthier you and a healthier planet.  So whether you're hitting the supermarket or you're gearing up to summit Everest, consider lathering up with a little Farrow first. Support the show and get 15% off your first order by entering code “PLUNGE” during checkout.  You can use the code again and again. BUY IT HERE: Farrow.Life

Kicking off Season 3 with Captain Sidd!  Sidd took The Plunge by quitting his 9-5, buying a motorcycle and traveling across the USA visiting bitcoin meetups for over 100 days. He is forging a very interesting path for himself over in Thailand, having escaped the corporate NYC grind.  Also he's got another very cool motorcycle trip coming that you can read about over at: https://www.rideofpassage.live/   Sidd's Other Links: Twitter: @CaptainSiddh https://instagram.com/escapewithsidd https://www.tiktok.com/@escapewithsidd https://www.youtube.com/@escapewithsidd   SUPPORT THE PLUNGE: The Plunge is sponsored by Farrow Skincare.  For both men and women, Farrow has some of the LEGIT best skincare products on the planet. Their new product, Epic Dermis, is my favorite yet and perfect for an on-the-go action-oriented lifestyle. Farrow products are made with simple chemical-free ingredients.  They're designed to support a healthier you and a healthier planet.  So whether you're hitting the supermarket or you're gearing up to summit Everest, consider lathering up with a little Farrow first. Support the show and get 15% off your first order by entering code “PLUNGE” during checkout.  You can use the code again and again. BUY IT HERE: Farrow.Life

I recently had the pleasure of sitting down with poet, writer, scholar and Vietnam veteran William Daniel Ehrhart.    Non-fiction, his work spans his entire life, exploring everything from his time on an Irish freighter, the joys of fatherhood, teaching English lit, to making sense of his experiences as a soldier and much much more.    Links to his personal website, as well as his Amazon author page below:   https://www.amazon.com/stores/W.-D.-Ehrhart/author/B001HCS4U8?ref=ap_rdr&store_ref=ap_rdr&isDramIntegrated=true&shoppingPortalEnabled=true   https://wdehrhart.com/index.html   The Plunge is sponsored by Farrow Skincare.  For both men and women, Farrow has some of the LEGIT best skincare products on the planet. Their new product, Epic Dermis, is my favorite yet and perfect for an on-the-go action-oriented lifestyle. Farrow products are made with simple chemical-free ingredients.  They're designed to support a healthier you and a healthier planet.  So whether you're hitting the supermarket or you're gearing up to summit Everest, consider lathering up with a little Farrow first. Support the show and get 15% off your first order by entering code “PLUNGE” during checkout.  You can use the code again and again. BUY IT HERE: Farrow.Life

A rare breed indeed, it was great to have Texas Slim back on The Plunge. He might just be my favorite hippie cyberpunk nomad cowboy. Founder of the Beef Initiative, Slim is introducing bitcoiners to ranching and ranchers to bitcoin, bridging Sound Health with Sound Money - for a Sound Future.   The Plunge is sponsored by Farrow Skincare.  For both men and women, Farrow has some of the LEGIT best skincare products on the planet. Their new product, Epic Dermis, is my favorite yet and perfect for an on-the-go action-oriented lifestyle. Farrow products are made with simple chemical-free ingredients.  They're designed to support a healthier you and a healthier planet.  So whether you're hitting the supermarket or you're gearing up to summit Everest, consider lathering up with a little Farrow first. Support the show and get 15% off your first order by entering code “PLUNGE” during checkout.  You can use the code again and again. BUY IT HERE: Farrow.Life   More on Tx Slim: If you found Slim an interesting character and want to learn more about Bitcoin or the Beef Initiative, I highly suggest giving Season 1 Episode 9 a listen.   Beefinitiative.com Texasslim.substack.com   Twitter handles: @modernTman @TXSlimMedia

Jason is a first generation, regenerative cattle producer and the owner of Wrich Ranches, a diversified angus cattle operation in Crawford, Colorado. Jason and his family raise and sell conception to plate, grassfed and finished beef as well as locally adapted, high altitude registered angus bulls. Wrich Ranches covers over 4000 acres of leased ground ranging from 6000' to 10,000' in elevation. Observational Science is a phrase Jason has coined for what you can learn by utilizing all your senses. Time spent in the field and in your cattle herd will usually tell you everything you need to know. Having said that, Jason still uses every tool available to improve soil health and herd genetics including planned, intensive rotational grazing, soil and forage analysis and artificial insemination. Civic involvement is a priority for Jason as he sits on many boards and is currently the president of the Colorado Angus Association. Jason's most recent project is his involvement with the Beefinitiative, having hosted the second conference at his ranch in Crawford, CO. Giving ranchers a voice and helping them escape from the market capture we are in currently drives Jason. His slogan is #KnowYourRancher and he insists that everyone get out and #ShakeYourRanchersHand.   The Plunge is sponsored by Farrow Skincare.  For both men and women, Farrow has some of the LEGIT best skincare products on the planet. Farrow products are made with simple chemical-free ingredients.  They're designed to support a healthier you and a healthier planet.  So whether you're hitting the supermarket or you're gearing up to summit Everest, consider lathering up with a little Farrow first. Support the the show and get 15% off your order by entering code “PLUNGE” during checkout. Learn more here: Farrow.Life

SPECIAL EPISODE - Roundtable discussion on urban underwater exploration with members of NYPD Scuba, FDNY, NY State Police and more.   Held at the Explorers Club headquarters in NYC.  www.explorers.org   The Plunge is sponsored by Farrow Skincare.  For both men and women, Farrow has some of the LEGIT best skincare products on the planet. Farrow products are made with simple chemical-free ingredients.  They're designed to support a healthier you and a healthier planet.  So whether you're hitting the supermarket or you're gearing up to summit Everest, consider lathering up with a little Farrow first. Support the the show and get 15% off your order by entering code “PLUNGE” during checkout. Learn more here: Farrow.Life

Ed Heegan is a Brooklyn NYC Native.   A graduate of Xavier High School - Reserve Officer Training Program. He attended Iona University and served as a missionary in Central America.    A former FDNY Firefighter, he has served as a member of the Kiwanis Club, The Knights of Columbus, as a Peer Mentor at Friends Of Firefighters, and as Board Member for the ALS Watchdogs.    Ed Heegan currently teaches Meditation & Breathwork as part of a Personal & Spiritual Guidance Program.    To learn more visit EdWoodstock.com   Twitter: @woodstocktribe   Instagram: @edwoodstock   The Plunge is sponsored by Farrow Skincare.  For both men and women, Farrow has some of the LEGIT best skincare products on the planet. Farrow products are made with simple chemical-free ingredients.  They're designed to support a healthier you and a healthier planet.  So whether you're hitting the supermarket or you're gearing up to summit Everest, consider lathering up with a little Farrow first. Support the the show and get 15% off your order by entering code “PLUNGE” during checkout. Learn more here: Farrow.Life

In what ways do life's transience, death's finality, and the pioneering attributes of Bitcoin intersect, and how does this digital currency defy the norms of traditional financial systems? Erin is a certified death doula and Bition coach from Canada. For the past year she has been living out of her campervan exploring the US.   Her mission is to help people become more empowered through conversations about death, and to encourage financial sovereignty through Bitcoin education.   You can find her on Twitter or Instagram @deathandbitcoin   The Plunge is sponsored by Farrow Skincare.  For both men and women, Farrow has some of the LEGIT best skincare products on the planet. Farrow products are made with simple chemical-free ingredients.  They're designed to support a healthier you and a healthier planet.  So whether you're hitting the supermarket or you're gearing up to summit Everest, consider lathering up with a little Farrow first. Enter code “PLUNGE” during checkout for 15% of your order. Learn more here: Farrow.Life

Guest host Keith Kenny grills Garrett on the nitty-gritty of just who exactly is Garrett Hayes. The Plunge is sponsored by Farrow Skincare.  For both men and women, Farrow has some of the LEGIT best skincare products on the planet. Farrow products are made with simple chemical-free ingredients.  They're designed to support a healthier you and a healthier planet.  So whether you're hitting the supermarket or you're gearing up to summit Everest, consider lathering up with a little Farrow first. Enter code “PLUNGE” during checkout for 15% of your order. Learn more here: Farrow.Life

Dr. Terry Bolger is an ecologist specializing in karst landscapes and caves, with 40 years of experience in North America, Australia and Southeast Asia. He has extensive experience in the exploration, mapping, resource inventory,  conservation and management of caves and karst, including over 25 years of experience in Southeast Asia (Laos, Thailand and Vietnam) in many of the largest, longest and deepest caves in the region. Dr. Bolger has worked with government agencies, non-government organizations, the private sector and local villagers to manage cave and karst resources for conservation and for ecotourism development. He is coordinating the geoheritage aspects of a World Heritage nomination for a karst National Park, and identifying and describing significant geoheritage features for a potential Geopark in another karst protected area, in central Laos. Dr. Bolger has written technical reports and popular articles for books, journals and magazines about the caves and karst of Laos and Thailand. He has also given numerous presentations on this subject to a range of audiences, from community and school groups to government officials and international conferences. These experiences have provided him with a broad knowledge about the caves, the karst landscapes and their ecosystems, and the lifestyles and cultures of the people who live in these landscapes.  

A man of many names, Pong, Phongsavath, Peter Kim or just plain PK, is a 31 year old Lao man.  He lost his hands and his eyesight to a cluster bomblet left over from the Vietnam conflict when he was 16.  Never a quitter, he taught himself many things after his incident, including how to breakdance.  Today he is an advocate for people with disabilities in Lao PDR.   Lucas Clarkson is an Ohio-born expat currently living and working as an international educator in Lao, PDR. Prior to this, he spent a wondrous decade in Japan, learning entirely new ways of living and thinking. He values mental, physical, emotional, and spiritual wellness, and hopes to continue giving back to a world that has given him so much.

Part 1 of the 4 part miniseries "The Lao Tapes". Marion Ravenscroft is, by profession, an archaeological conservator with a post grad degree in heritage preservation. Much of her work has been focused on rescue and salvage archaeology. As you'll soon learn though, that's just the tip of the iceberg when it comes to Marion. She's spent the better part of the last three decades living in Laos.

Asher Walden received his BA in Philosophy from the University of Chicago and his PhD in Theology from Drew University. He taught undergraduate philosophy and religions courses for over ten years, and has published a few scholarly articles and one monograph on comparative religion and philosophy. He is currently working in the applied sciences, and is studying the Tarot and psychedelic philosophy and ethics. 

Big things are in the works for 2023.  Enjoy these deep cuts from 2022 and see you soon!

Charles Mayfield is a bit of a renaissance man.  Especially when it comes to food, fitness, farming and lard.   Among many his many hats, he is the founder/creator of Farrow Skincare.  Chemical and toxin-free, Farrow products are made with regenerative farming practices.    Interested in lathering up in some sweet, sweet Smartlard?  Head over to farrow.life and enter promo code “Plunge” for 20% off your first order. 

Is there an afterlife?  If so, what does that look like?  How do you make the best of this life?  Reverend Deborah Shield and I go into this and lot more today on The Plunge. Bio: Deborah, a natural born psychic-medium, called a "Bridger" by her Spirit Guides. Her experiences include demonstrating Evidential Mediumship on stage, conducting Seances/Spirit Message Circles, working with hospital patience as an Energy Healer, giving inspirational talks and sermons. She also writes and presents her own prayers and guided meditations specifically tailored for the topic or event at hand. She is currently teaching classes and coaching clients as a Personal Development Coach. Branching out to working with groups and putting together healing circles, with a particular interest in working with children, teens and parents. Deborah's natural gifts are continually being sharpened. She taps into energy via ESP (Extra Sensory Perception). This includes using all five "Clair's" (heightened 5 senses) as well as being able to compassionately feel other people's pressures and difficulties and communicate with their Spirit Guides. Deborah does what she calls "translating" messages from both Spirited Loved Ones (people who have crossed over) and Spirit Guides (energy beings assigned to elevate us individually) along with Channeling (allowing Spirits to speak through her) directly to the person intended to receive the message. Her studies include but are not limited to, Spirituality, Hypnosis, Religion, Ancient Cultures and Rituals, Holistic And Self Development Studies. She has done an extensive amount of traveling throughout Europe, Middle East and within the United States. Traveling and living abroad offered her depth of understanding in human nature and various cultures, which enables her to reach deeper into the individual needs of her clients. Learn more at: https://enchantedme.com/

Jerome Fleeman is a Battalion Chief with the Panama City Fire Department with 17 years on the department and has been on the Dive Team for 16 years.  He recently stepped down as a Professor with the Florida State University Underwater Crime Scene Investigation Program where he has served several roles including; Locker Technician, Boat Captain, Dive Safety Officer, and Adjunct Professor.  Jerome also enjoys fishing and diving in his personal time.   WARNING, there's some very graphic stuff regarding the recovery of human remains in this episode.  If you're around small kids or you're squeamish you may want to exercise caution.

Alex DiChiara first learned about remote viewing while studying geology at Cal State in the 1970s.   One of his instructors was involved with the Stanford Research Institute (SRI) in Palo Alto and would tell intriguing stories about what they were up to down there.   30 years later, Alex received training with retired U.S. Army Major Ed Dames.   He would often spend an entire week training with Dames   After years of practice, Alex was asked to join Dames's team of remote viewers.   Alex has spent many years employing remote viewing on a variety of projects with some very fascinating results.   Alex.dichiara141 (at) startmail.com

Edd Sorenson is a technical cave diver known for his numerous rescues of lost and trapped divers as well as his ability to recover bodies in extremely challenging situations.  Simply put, if it's crazy enough that no one else wants to do it, they call Edd. https://www.caveadventurers.com/

Earl Granville was two weeks into boot camp at Ft Benning with his twin brother Joe, when 9/11 happened. He went on to serve nine years in the Army National Guard as an Infantryman, with deployments to Bosnia, Iraq and Afghanistan. On his final tour, he lost his left leg through the knee to a roadside bomb while on patrol. That day he also lost his teammates Major Scott Hagerty of Stillwater Oklahoma and Specialist Derek Holland of Wind Gap Pennsylvania. ​After becoming an amputee and the passing of his brother Joe, who took his own life while they were serving on active duty back in 2010, Earl now spends most of his time traveling the country as a public speaker. Discussing healthy ways to battle adversity, through the positivity in his messaging, real life solutions from his own experiences and participating as an inspiration and motivating force through psychical fitness challenges and marathons across the country. Earl works with many non-profits such as Operation Enduring Warrior, the Oscar Mike Foundation and Warrior Strong. These 501c3s help keep wounded and disabled veterans and law enforcement physically active after their injuries.  www.earlgranville.org LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/earl-granville-93380753/ Facebook: www.facebook.com/GranvilleEarl Twitter: www.twitter.com/granville_earl

What is Christian Mysticism? How does it relate to Shamanism?  Where do psychedelics fit into this? And what does it all have to do with the direct experience of God?  Reverend Paul has quite an experience to share.  The Order of Mary: https://theorderofmary.com/    

Keith Kenny is one of the most monstrous guitar players you'll ever hear.  We sat down recently to discuss his career and the many Plungeworthy moments of being a touring musician.   We also get into some of our shared adventures in Southeast Asia, his musical friendship with Dean Ween and how he contributed a song to the Eagles of Death Metal's Play it Forward campaign which benefited victims of the Paris terrorist attacks.  Keith's shared the stage with the likes of John Butler Trio, Keller Williams, WEEN, The Dean Ween Group, Leon Russell, John Hammond Jr., New Riders of the Purple Sage and John Kadlecik (Further & Dark Star Orchestra). In January of 2016, The Eagles of Death Metal released Kenny's version of "I Love You All The Time" as a part of their Pay it Forward Campaign to raise money for the victims of the Paris terrorist attacks.  In his latest album, 2021's “Lifetime Ago Motel”, Keith bares his soul over a tapestry of killer guitar work, driving percussion and nuanced songwriting. Check out the music video for the lead single “Broken Misery” here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PMERNZxuvXg www.keithkenny.com www.instagram.com/keithkennymusic www.facebook.com/KEITHKENNYMUSIC

Texas Slim is a man on mission.  Founder of the Beef Initiative, he is introducing bitcoiners to ranching and ranchers to bitcoin, bridging Sound Health with Sound Money - for a Sound Future.   Beefinitiative.com Texasslim.substack.com   Twitter handles: @modernTman @TXSlimMedia

Mike Perna is a professional historic shipwreck salvor with a specilized interest on colonial period Spanish gallons.  Much of his focus has been on the 1715 Treasure Fleet.  Headed to Spain to bring the crown multiple years worth of riches stripped from the New World, the entire fleet was lost off the coast of Florida in a hurricane on July 31, 1715.   

When Clive was 18, he made a bad decision.  He went to prison for 20 years because of it. He was headed down a bad path for a long time after that, but, through discipline, was able to change his course in a remarkable way. Clive is the founder of CMJ Business Solutions where they help small local businesses implement Marketing & Sales systems to attract and retain more clients. https://cmjbusinesssolutions.com/

Mike Haller gave himself permission to travel halfway around the world to a remote section of southern Siberia called Tuva, embedding himself in their unique musical culture. 

Charles Mayfield is the founder of Farrow- a regenerative skin health company launched in January 2022. Farrow was born through Mayfield's commitment to regenerative agriculture and animal husbandry through Mayfield Pastures. Charles has three children and is an evangelist for healthy living, sustainable farming and toxic-free skin health.

Today, Brian Keith helps small business owners get efficient business growth with less overwhelm and less frustration.  However, that was not always the case.  Brian spent about a decade of his life training at a high level in the arts of Medieval and Dark Age combat.  That's what we dive into today. Brian is the host of Red Beard Radio.  He interviews masters in every field to share with you their secrets of focus, speed, and victory, so you can enjoy the success you work hard for.  

From braving the open ocean while touring the world by sailboat, to embracing and embedding herself in foreign cultures to starting a business on small island in the Philippines, today's guest has chosen to live life on her own terms.  Check out Nadine's shop Original Real Coffee & Tea Cafe here: https://www.facebook.com/originalrealcoffeeandteacafe

Hello and welcome to the Plunge.  On today's episode we have Tony Fraser. Tony is a professional mineral prospector.  Among other things, he's spent a good amount of his life hunting for gold in the wilds of the Australian bush and outback.  Let's dive in. You can purchase some of Tony's specimens here: https://naturalgoldnuggets.com.au/    

Tim Wambach has run from Orlando to Chicago - twice. He spent years as a caregiver to a young man with cerebral palsy, and the two created their own traveling show called Handicap This! Today, he coaches fathers to reclaim their health and power. Tim is an author, motivational speaker, and coach. He embodies the results of a positive mental attitude, from building a speaking business to achieving feats of endurance that most others wouldn't dare to try. He uses his positivity and experience to share joy, and show others what they're capable of