Podcasts about Force Blue

Subscribe to the Mike Drop Patreon Page to see Ad-Free Episodes Early + Bonus Content at https://www.patreon.com/mikedrop Jeff Gum has a complicated career history. He served 10 years at SEAL Teams with SEAL Team Five, deploying to Iraq and the United Arab Emirates, after which he helped develop the Combatives Instructor Course to train SEALs how to lead training for their own platoons. He spent time in Denmark training Danish Frogmen, and shortly after launched his own swimwear line with 2-time ESPY award-winning adaptive athlete Kyle Maynard called Sunga Life. He even spent time working with friend of the show (and former #156 guest) Rudy Reyes over at Force Blue, developing a community of veterans to help aid in the protection of our planet's marine resources.  Since then, he's been busy - he appeared on Mike Tyson's podcast, worked with Jake Paul in his Boxing Bullies initiative, and even appeared on a South Korean game show (yes, really) called 'Iron Squad 3.' So what's it like spinning up an athletic apparel company after serving in SEAL teams? How did Jeff (and his fellow Special Forces crew) fare against the best of the best in South Korea? And most importantly - who's going to win that Jake Paul versus Mike Tyson fight in November?  ---------- Support Jeff Gum -  Website - https://www.sungalife.com/ IG - https://www.instagram.com/jeffgum/?hl=en ---------- Sponsors:  Beam Take advantage of Beam's biggest sale of the year and get up to 40% off for a limited time when you go to https://www.shopbeam.com/MIKEDROP and use promo code MIKEDROP at checkout! ---------- Lumen Head to https://www.lumen.me/MIKEDROP for 15% off your purchase! ---------- Fueled by TeamDog | www.mikeritlandco.com | @Teamdog.pet ALL THINGS MIKE RITLAND: SHOP for Fueled By Team Dog Performance Dog Food, Treats, Apparel, Accessories, and Protection dogs - MikeRitlandCo.com - https://www.MikeRitlandCo.com Team Dog Online dog training - TeamDog.pet - https://www.TeamDog.pet Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Saving our oceans has always been cool, but the Force Blue team makes it that much cooler! Jake and Myles interview Steve "Gonzo" Gonzalez on his work to unite Special Operations veterans with marine science and conservation projects. Click the link below to get involved! As promised, the winner of our first ever MERCH contest will be announced at some point in the episode. Listen to hear if you won! Link to the screening of 100 Yards of Hope: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/100-yards-of-hope-documentary-film-screening-tickets-749270316687?fbclid=IwAR2xl2m1Yyzd17XI_sDnRYCbRVreRe0PUaBcATsmX1YrpFRXd_oJs0Hl34E Find Force Blue online at: forceblueteam.org or on Instagram at @forceblueteam   ~Reminder~ Free Descent is intended as entertainment, and should not be used to replace formal dive instruction. Always follow the instructions of your instructors and divemasters, and dive within the limits of your training and experience! Stay safe, and have fun out there. 

Retired Recon Marine Rudy Reyes has got quite the resumé. He's a wildly popular Call of Duty character, he played himself on HBO's Generation Kill, he hosts Special Forces: The World's Toughest Test on FOX - and that's just the popular stuff. He even founded a veteran nonprofit, Force Blue, that's dedicated to changing the world through ocean conservation, all while helping veterans along the way. Some might say Rudy's 'gone Hollywood', but pushing celebrities to their limits every week on national television isn't exactly a soft gig. Fact is, Rudy's still doing the same thing he's always done - kicking ass, taking names, and having a great time doing it.  ---------- Chapters: 00:00 - Intro 01:20 - Navigating the State Department 11:25 - Close Calls in Africa 18:04- Cringe Contracting 32:03 - Special Forces Showbusiness 47:42 - Saving Our Oceans with Force Blue 01:03:31 - I Just Want a Tombstone ---------- Support Rudy Reyes - Website: https://rudyreyes.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/realrudyreyes Force Blue Veteran Nonprofit: https://forceblueteam.org Fueled by TeamDog | www.mikeritlandco.com | @Teamdog.pet ALL THINGS MIKE RITLAND: SHOP for Fueled By Team Dog Performance Dog Food, Treats, Apparel, Accessories, and Protection dogs - MikeRitlandCo.com - https://www.MikeRitlandCo.com Team Dog Online dog training - TeamDog.pet - https://www.TeamDog.pet Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

From combat to coral, Force Blue is providing buoyancy to veterans around the world. Steve “Gonzo” Gonzalez is a former Navy SEAL who is now the Special Projects and Events Director for Force Blue, a nonprofit organization that trains and deploys special operations veterans for marine conservation projects. Force Blue's mission to utilize the skills of special ops veterans to help scientists with initiatives like coral reef restoration, invasive species removal, and marine debris cleanups. JT and Gonzo discuss how his military background led him to Force Blue and shares stories of the personal rewards he sees in giving veterans a new mission.To learn more about Force Blue, visit their website and follow them on Instagram.

Call of Duty. Generation Kill. Special Forces: The World's Toughest Test. For Rudy Reyes, it's all in a days work, but Hollywood's far from his only priority. It's change that matters most to Rudy - you can see it at Force Blue, his veteran nonprofit dedicated to ocean conservation, and in Special Forces on Fox, where he teaches stars to test their limits every week.  How does a recon marine go on to host one of the most daring shows on television? How does he end up playing himself on the breakout HBO series like Generation Kill? And through it all, how does Rudy Reyes manage to stay so positive?  ---------- Support Rudy Reyes - Website: https://rudyreyes.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/realrudyreyes Force Blue Veteran Nonprofit: https://forceblueteam.org ---------- Fueled by TeamDog | www.mikeritlandco.com | @Teamdog.pet ALL THINGS MIKE RITLAND: SHOP for Fueled By Team Dog Performance Dog Food, Treats, Apparel, Accessories, and Protection dogs - MikeRitlandCo.com - https://www.MikeRitlandCo.com Team Dog Online dog training - TeamDog.pet - https://www.TeamDog.pet Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this Aligner Insider Podcast, The Insiders are joined by Ray Reneau, FORCE BLUE OCS Director. They discuss about saving the oceans, veterans with Force Blue, and Bourbon!About Ray ReneauFORCE BLUE OCS DirectorFirst Sergeant Ray Reneau, Director of OCS, MBA, is a 22-year Active-duty Army Ranger member with six combat tours in Iraq. Ray began diving after receiving multiple injuries in Iraq in 2009. As a way to alleviate the pain from his injuries and cope with PTSD, diving was the outlet that provided him with a new beginning. After seeing how Scuba diving helped him, he realized he was passionate about helping others deal with similar things. In 2021, Ray developed a program that allows all Service Members to use their G.I. Bill® to get their NAUI Scuba certifications and Leadership licenses. Ray volunteers as the Director of Armed Forces relations and training for NAUI, The Course Director for Gold Star Teen Adventures, and the Director of OCS for Force Blue in his free time.

The NFL has long had an environment program to mitigate the impact of its major events and leave a green legacy in host cities. But over the last few years, water stewardship has become a more prominent part of the portfolio, particularly in conjunction with the Super Bowl, as discussed in this episode with Jack Groh, Director of the NFL Environment Program. He explains how the NFL works with FORCE BLUE, an organization of military special operations veterans, to conduct water projects, including restoring coral reef in Florida, helping the kelp forest in California, and removing invasive snails in an Arizona river.Jack also talks about engaging the NFL fans to raise awareness of current water issues and increase stewardship.This episode is from a conversation at the Green Sports Alliance Summit. This episode is supported by Open Water, the ultra-purified, electrolyte-packed water canned in the U.S. in BPA-free aluminum packaging. Learn more at drinkopenwater.comwaterloop is a nonprofit media outlet. Visit waterloop.org

The Military to Civilian Transition Guide: From Army Green to Corporate Gray, From Navy Blue to Corporate Gray, From Air Force Blue to Corporate Gray Kindle Edition With more than 3.3 million paper copies of previous editions in print, this book has set the gold standard for military-to-civilian career transition. It covers everything from organizing an effective job search, obtaining transition assistance, identifying transferable skills, developing employer-centered objectives, and conducting research to writing resumes and letters, networking, interviewing, negotiating salary, and finding a federal government job. Special features include military-friendly employer ads and a schedule of military job fairs. Used extensively by military transition programs and familes for 14 consecutive years. https://www.linkedin.com/in/carlsavino/ --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/jackbosma/message

This week we are excited to welcome special guest Dan Skidmore back to the podcast! Known to those in the GORUCK community as Cadre DS, Dan is a veteran air force special operations combat controller, a serial entrepreneur, and a GORUCK cadre and Head of Specialized Training. Listen in as he gives us a full behind-the-scenes breakdown of the second annual GORUCK Games. The GORUCK Games are a one-of-a-kind competition of grit held each year at Sandlot Jax in Jacksonville, Florida. Designed to challenge the top athletes and champions from across the worlds of obstacle course racing and competitive fitness (CrossFit/Rogue/Hyrox), the GORUCK Games incorporate components of rucking, grappling, obstacle racing, strength training, and special forces training to push competitors to their limits and beyond. In addition to breaking down the games, we discuss training mindset and get the scoop on GORUCK's new specialized training programs! Keep up with Cadre DS on Instagram: @danskidmore11/@riadlavie/@iambulletproofbands Visit Bulletproof Bands today to snag some workout and recovery bands. Use the code "SOLID7" to receive 7% off of your order, and an additional 7% will go to support Force Blue! Host: Cale Matthews  Audio Engineer: Art Pipok Visit us at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠solid7podcast.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ to snag some ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠merch⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, rate the show, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠buy us a Jocko Go⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, see upcoming events, follow us on social media, support worthy causes, and become a ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Patreon⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ supporter. © Copyright 2023 Solid Seven Podcast. All Rights Reserved.

Recon Marine on a new mission of healing through “construction” instead of destruction. Falling through the net of drugs and alcohol to find rock bottom. Filling the void created by combat, sacrifice, love, and loss through faith, family, and Force Blue reef restoration.CONNECT with The Resilient Life Podcast:Instagram SUBSCRIBE Get the latest video podcast on YouTubeGet the latest audio podcastCONNECT Ryan Manion on Social Media:Facebook - Twitter - Instagram - LinkedIn  LEARN about Travis Manion FoundationMEET Rudy Reyes:Rudy Reyes WebsiteRudy Reyes InstagramForce Blue WebsiteForce Blue Instagram

Rudy Reyes is a retired Recon Marine, and a current actor on Fox's show Special Forces: The Ultimate Test and SAS: Who Dares Wins. He is also an author of 2 books, including Hero Living, and founder and supporter of Force Blue a conservation organization gear towards cleaning and protecting the world coral reefs.At the age of 18, he then began to study martial arts, training in Kung-Fu, eventually winning the title of International Jing Woo Martial Art College Champion, multiple times. In sum, his martial art achievements are over 20 medals, 14 of which were gold. He worked various jobs, from construction to table bussing, while simultaneously training as a kickboxer, in an effort to provide stability and discipline for himself and his brothers (who he also got into kickboxing.)In 1998, Rudy found himself watching a film covering orphans in Kosovo who's parents were killed by their own countries snipers. Rudy, at the age of 26, was so compelled to do something to help, decided to enlist in the United States Marine Corps (USMC).Rudy enlisted in the USMC as a infantryman, and graduated as the honour grad and iron man of Boot Camp and School of Infantry. Rudy, due to his merit and initiative, was granted an opportunity to try out for Recon. The Reconnaissance Marine Community is 300 strong, between 5 units, making it the most prestigious and difficult group in a Marine Corps of 300,000. A group that no man may sign up to join but must be invited and prove their worthiness to earn the title of a United States Recon Marine.After being a special forces operator for three years, during which Rudy became a “schooled-out“ (paratrooper, combat diver, demolitions expert, scout sniper, closed quarter combatant, and SERE trained) Recon Marine, Rudy was called for his first combat reconnaissance mission in 2001 in Pakistan – a preparation mission for USA's Special Ops insertion to Afghanistan. Once the war officially started, his team ran operations that located and destroyed Al Qaeda within Afghanistan. After leaving the military, Rudy spent time in Africa where he trained wildlife preserve rangers in anti-poaching tactics and later went on to found ‘Force Blue' a Veteran Non Profit which pairs former Special Operators with Marine Scientists to work rebuilding and restoring coral reefs, saving turtles, and working within the conservation community. He also competes and trains people for Adventure Racing and Martial Arts.  In 2008, Rudy appeared on the HBO miniseries Generation Kill, aseven-part series based on Rolling Stone reporter Evan Wright's 2004 book of the same name. Rudy plays himself, depicting his time as a member of the lead combat force that entered both Afghanistan and Iraq. He also has worked on many survival shows, Apocalypse Man and Ultimate Survivor Alaska. He was also one of the main contributors for multiple BAFTA nominated documentary series Once Upon a Time in Iraq which was also nominated for an Emmy. He most recently can be found hosting UK Show SAS: Who Dares Wins and the new American version Special Forces: The Ultimate Test

Join Liam McCormick, Senior Strategist on the UBS Family Advisory and Philanthropy Services team, in conversation with Jim Ritterhoff, Co-Founder of Force Blue, and Roger Sparks, Special Operations Veteran and Force Blue Diver. Force Blue seeks to address two seemingly unrelated problems - the rapidly declining health of our planets marine resources and the difficulty returning combat veterans have in adjusting to civilian life - through one, mission-focused program. Jim and Roger share the importance of intentionality and having a focused mission statement as Force Blue pursues their mission to unite the community of Special Operations veterans with the world of marine conservation for the betterment of both lives and restoration of the planet.

Join Liam McCormick, Senior Strategist on the UBS Family Advisory and Philanthropy Services team, in conversation with Jim Ritterhoff, Co-Founder of Force Blue, and Roger Sparks, Special Operations Veteran and Force Blue Diver. Force Blue seeks to address two seemingly unrelated problems - the rapidly declining health of our planets marine resources and the difficulty returning combat veterans have in adjusting to civilian life - through one, mission-focused program. Jim and Roger share the importance of intentionality and having a focused mission statement as Force Blue pursues their mission to unite the community of Special Operations veterans with the world of marine conservation for the betterment of both lives and restoration of the planet.

Ever think of those veterans in mass media like Audie Murphy or Lee Marvin from an older era? Mike's first guest on Veteran Et Cetera is Rudy Reyes.What is unique about Rudy?  How did he develop his own script instead of being a complete pawn to the veteran culture vultures in Hollywood?  In veteran culture Rudy Reyes became that legendary mass media veteran for this present era and is a legendary Recon Marine and Sniper best captured in the HBO Series Generation Kill.  Since Rudy played himself in the series, he has founded Force Blue, a non profit organization made up of a team of elite vets and scientists who scuba dive and save coral reefs around the world. In this episode Rudy gives a deep part of himself for listeners.  In this warrior counter narrative Rudy, the key host of the global TV series SAS Who Dares Wins, recently shared with British news media the dark realities of veteran readjustment after the military.  Rudy's contributions to Veteran Readjustment Culture are immense.  Follow Rudy on Instagram @Real Rudy Reyes.forceblueteam.orgFollow Mike on his LinkedIn pageFollow Mike on Instagram @mikekimveteranSearch for Mike on Facebook @MikeKimVeteranSearch for Mike at #mikekimveteran or Google him at "Mike Kim Veteran"Email Mike at agathoskim@gmail.comFollow us on IG @cominghomwell_bts and @behindtheservicepodcastFacebook at Coming Home Well or Behind The ServiceLinkedIn at Coming Home Well

In this month's episode of the American Blue Economy Podcast , our host Rear Admiral, Tim Gallaudet,PhD, US Navy (ret) begins a 3-part series where we meet leading women wave makers in the American Blue Economy. Borrowing from the name of the Wave Makers podcast on ASPN hosted by Tamara Khan, we will learn how women are making many notable contributions in blue tech and the ocean, coastal, and Great Lakes economies. Our guests include CEO & co-founder of the Vigil Group, Celeste Leroux, Government Solutions lead at Sofar Ocean, Tosca Lichtenheld, and Patti Gross, Dive Safety Officer at the ocean conservation nonprofit Force Blue.Be sure to dive in and make some waves with us!

In this month's episode of the American Blue Economy Podcast, our host Rear Admiral (ret) Tim Gallaudet introduces us to Force Blue, a high-impact non-profit supporting veterans mental health through ocean conservation. He'll discuss the organization's origins with CEO Jim Ritterhoff, as well as its coral restoration accomplishments with Dive Operations Director Angelo Fiore. Also joining the show will be Steve "Gonzo" Gonzalez, Special Projects Coordinator, who will discuss Force Blue's partnerships with the NFL and Pepsi, along with new projects to support Gold Star Families and include more veterans in ocean stewardship missions. Be sure to dive in and learn how our veterans and marine conservation are powerful components of the American Blue Economy!

In this week's episode of BOAT Briefing, Stewart reports back from both the St Barths Bucket and the Palm Beach International Boat Show, and chat turns to amazing superyachts that are currently on the market: including the incredibly well-travelled Dorothea III. The news covers the recent arrest of the 58m Phi in London; the announcement that Barcelona has been named as host of 37th America's Cup regatta in 2024; a major refit of the 63m Force Blue at Lusben; and an impressive new 75m hybrid expedition yacht at Damen. The data story, meanwhile, focuses on three major Dutch shipyards: Feadship, Oceanco, and Amels. Links: https://www.boatinternational.com/yachts/news/yachts-competing-st-barths-bucket https://www.boatinternational.com/yachts/news/hetairos-wins-st-barths-bucket https://www.boatinternational.com/yacht-market-intelligence/brokerage-sales-news/yachts-for-sale-palm-beach-boat-yacht-2022 https://www.boatinternational.com/yacht-market-intelligence/brokerage-sales-news/cheoy-lee-motor-yacht-dorothea-iii-for-sale--40549  https://www.boatinternational.com/business/superyacht-phi-detained-in-uk https://www.boatinternational.com/yachts/news/barcelona-to-host-37th-americas-cup-regatta-2024  https://www.boatinternational.com/yachts/news/force-blue-yacht-undergoes-big-refit-and-extension https://www.boatinternational.com/yachts/news/75m-damen-yachting-custom-hybrid-expedition-yacht BOAT Pro: https://www.boatinternational.com/boat-pro Contact us: podcast@boatinternationalmedia.com Subscribe: https://www.boatinternational.com/subscriptions

This hour Greg The Divemaster checks in with the crew from Force Blue and an event they are hosting at Vortex Springs. Plus when to rent and when to travel with your own dive gear. Looking for HOUR1?

The whole purpose for me setting up Plan Positive was to track down inspiring, optimistic and positive people, and on this, our 45th episode, I think I have found the gold standard.Enter Rudy Reyes. Rudy has battled throughout his entire life.From growing up in an orphanage to fighting on the streets in America, to becoming a martial artist to fighting at Elite level with arguably one of the most formidable forces in the world - the American Force Recon Marines.In 1998, Reyes joined the United States Marine Corps and was ultimately selected for (and passed) Marine Recon training.To put that into context out of 300,000 marine troops, only 300 would be selected for Marine Recon.He served in Afghanistan and took part in the Iraq war.After leaving the military in 2005, Reyes has continued as a keynote speaker, a martial artist, and a model. His acting roles included playing himself in Generation Kill. He also co-founded Force Blue, which seeks to unite the community of Special Operations veterans with the world of marine conservation for the betterment of both.AND most recently he has been appointed the role of Head instructor on the TV show ‘SAS: Who Dares Wins'Alongside Jason Fox, Billy Billingham and now Remi AdelekeIn this episode we cover Rudy's non negotiablesThe importance of goal setting, his proudest achievements, how he keeps motivated and much more.This is Plan Positive.Rudy Reyes.Instagram: @realrudyreyesForce Blue: www.forceblueteam.orgJade Struck.Instagram: @jadestruckJohn Pierce.Instagram: @Plan_PositiveEmail: info@Plan_Positive.co.ukSupport the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/civewodeja)

Our guest today is Steve Gonzalez, better known as "Gonzo." He's a retired Navy SEAL, who had a bit of an uncommon path to get there. Gonzo is a combat veteran and his awards include two Bronze Stars for Valor, among many others. Now, he's part of a powerful team at Force Blue, who's mission is to unite the community of Special Operations veterans with the world of marine conservation for the betterment of both.

Hear the inspiring story of Rudy Reyes, Marine recon combat veteran, actor, and conservationist, as he joins Dana to discuss his views on authenticity, finding determination, and overcoming great challenges at a young age. During this episode you'll learn about: Rudy Reyes' background [1:00] Force Blue [2:30] Rudy's outlook on life [4:00] The real Rudy versus social media [5:50] Authenticity [7:12] Changes in media [9:30] Defining influence [11:20] Learning to take responsibility [15:00] Rudy's approach to social media [20:00] Rudy's definition of strength [22:24] The evolution of strength [22:42] “Learning to love myself” [25:10] Staying disciplined [28:38] Being a role model [30:10] “Success can take away discipline” [31:30] “Remember your original determination” [33:46] SAS: Who Dares Wins [37:07] “Manifest” [40:30] Force Blue and ocean conservation [43:51] Where to follow Rudy [50:51] Resources and where to follow: SAS: Who Dares Wins IMDB Force Blue Rudy's IG Mobility Maker Dana's Instagram Save 20% on Thorne supplements

This hour Giovanna joins the ScubaRadio crew to talk about Force Blue being named the Diving Community Champions for 2021! Plus is there a new dive site named after a ScubaRadio ScubaSquad member? Looking for HOUR1?

Veteran Geoff Reeves joins Trueheart to discuss how he overcame being bullied as a kid and went on to serve our country as a NAVY SEAL for eight years. Geoff also talks about what makes a truly great leader, how we can honor our vets, and the work he's doing with the Force Blue team to help save our coral reefs.

This week we speak with Lizzi Larbalestier, enviromentalist and coach, as we harvest her knowledge and her experience of protecting sea mammals and the ocean, alongside her role as an executive coach, using the ocean as a means to improve performance and mental health. **Apologies for the sound quality in some sections of this episode** In this episode we talk about the increasing number of encounters between ocean wildlife and ourselves and how we can behave responsibly to reduce and eliminate the serious harm we can do to these beautiful animals. We also talk about blue health and how the ocean and her daily connection with water has allowed her to inspire leaders to change and tap into their own blue minds. Lizzi's website is is here: https://goingcoastal.blue/ (https://goingcoastal.blue/) Lizzi is raising money to support the rescue of sea mammals and the seal hospital in Cornwall Please make a donation here: https://www.justgiving.com/fundraising/lizzi-l (https://www.justgiving.com/fundraising/lizzi-l) Lizzi Volunteers for British Divers Marine Life Rescue: https://bdmlr.org.uk/ (https://bdmlr.org.uk/) Surfers against Sewage : https://www.sas.org.uk/ (https://www.sas.org.uk/) Connect with Lizzi on social media Facebook https://www.facebook.com/GoingCoastalBlueTwitter (https://www.facebook.com/GoingCoastalBlue) Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/Lizzi_L/ (https://www.instagram.com/Lizzi_L/) In the Episode Wally the walrus attracted interest from across the globe, here's the take from https://www.npr.org/2021/07/04/1012978290/englands-beloved-wally-the-walrus-seen-far-from-home (NPR ) The Story of Stuff is a short documentary, check out the organisation and film https://www.storyofstuff.org/ (here) Watch the powerful documentary http://www.resurfacethemovie.com/ (Resurface) available on Netflix Lizzi talks about Force Blue : https://forceblueteam.org/ (https://forceblueteam.org/ ) This episode is brought to you in association with Starboard. Starboard has a long history in board design, with Svein Rasmussen entering the windsurfing market with innovative designs back in 1994, building the brand to become market leader within a decade. The brand was quick to recognise the huge potential of stand up paddling and while maintaining careful consideration for their environmental impact, have continuously strived to produce the best boards and paddles for all abilities. https://sup.star-board.com/ (Visit Starboard here) Keep up with SUPfm and subscribe to our newsletter https://www.supfmpodcast.com/ (https://www.supfmpodcast.com/) and get your free guide to the best apps we recommend, to get your best SUP life. Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SUPfmPodcast/ (@SUPfmPodcast) Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/supfmpodcast/ (@supfmpodcast) Our comprehensive online SUP safety course gives you the knowledge you need to keep safe on the water and all for less than the price of an hours on water tuition (£37) . It's available here at https://supfm.thinkific.com/ See you on the water! Support this podcast

Join Patti Katter with Steve Gonzalez as they talk about military veterans making an impact on marine conservation. Steve is a retired Navy Seal and serves as the event coordinator at FORCE BLUE. He shares the conservation efforts made by the non-profit organization with the aid of military-trained combat divers. Here's a breakdown of what to expect in this episode: · Drawn to join the Navy at an early age · What the Navy BUD/S training was like · How Steve dealt and coped with PTSD · FORCE BLUE's rationale towards marine conservation efforts · Steve's hurdle in life he had to jump over · And so much more! ~ About Steve Gonzalez: Master Chief SEAL(Ret) Steve “Gonzo” Gonzalez served with distinction for 34 years in the Navy, retiring in 2016. He is a combat veteran with multiple deployments in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom, Operation Enduring Freedom, Operation Joint Guardian, Operation Desert Shield / Desert Storm, and numerous operations around the world. His awards include 2 Bronze Star for Valor, Navy and Marine Corps Commendation Medal for Valor, 5 Navy and Marine Corps Commendation Medals, and various other Campaign Medals and Awards. Gonzo is a native of New Orleans, LA, and currently resides in Virginia Beach, VA, with his wife and daughter. He is formerly the Director of Operations for the SEAL Veterans Foundation and is currently pursuing his Masters of Arts in Strategic Studies at Norwich University and his role with FORCE BLUE. ~ You can find Steve Gonzalez on . . . Website: https://forceblueteam.org/ ~ Connect with Patti! Website: https://pattikatter.com/ Online Shop: https://thepatrioticmermaid.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pattikatter/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pattikatter/ Don't forget to join The Wake Up with Patti Katter's private Facebook group. Listen to Wake Up With Patti Katter on all major podcast platforms. Interested in Podcast Editing Services or Interested in starting your own Podcast? Ask Patti for a Consult! Podblade: https://app.podblade.com/r/5KQLLY --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/wakeupwithpattikatter/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/wakeupwithpattikatter/support

Navy SEAL veteran Kaj Larsen and Marine Raider veteran Don Tran carried a 45-pound rock across the ocean floor for 5 miles! We are honored tonight to have half the of that duo, Don Tran. Don grew up learning the principles of overcoming adversity being raised by a South Vietnamese Sailor turned refugee turned physicist. The easy way was never an option. He became a Marine and reached the apex of MC special operations by serving in the legendary MARSOC Raiders. Don completed the underwater feat to raise awareness for Force Blue, a non-profit dedicated to rehabilitating the worlds reefs with like minded operators from around the DoD.

Force Blue is the only non-profit organization in the world that retrains and redeploys former Special Operations veterans and military-trained combat divers to assist in marine and coral reef conservation efforts and whose mission is to restore lives and the planet. It is made up of some incredible humans, three of whom we spoke with today: co-founder of Force Blue, Jim Ritterhoff, scientist and author of Blue Mind, J. Nichols, and retired Navy Seal Master Chief, Steve Gonzalez. All three of these environmental activists and advocates are part of an incredible project that was highlighted during two consecutive Super Bowls in the documentary 100 Yards of Hope. We couldn't be more thrilled to have spoken with them today to share our joint passion for conservation, service, health, and healing. HEALTH: IT'S PERSONAL SHOWNOTES: https://www.thehippodcast.com/environmental-series-with-the-members-of-force-blue HEALTH: IT'S PERSONAL INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/thehippodcast/ HEALTH: IT'S PERSONAL FACEBOOK COMMUNITY: https://www.facebook.com/groups/healthitspersonal LOVE the work we are doing? Join our Patreon family, for additional content, recipes, and connection: https://www.patreon.com/thehippodcast OR Buy us a cup of tea. https://ko-fi.com/healthitspersonal --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

This hour Dr Doug Ebersole reports in after attending the latest Force Blue event and traveling to Dunbar Rock. Looking for HOUR1?

Welcome to season 3 of the DeeperBlue Podcast!  In this last episode of the season we cover: The latest scuba diving, freediving, ocean, and diving travel news that has happened in the last week from around the world underwater with host Stephan Whelan and co-host Linden WolbertThen co-host Linden Wolbert speaks with Scuba Diver,  Stunt Woman, and Photojournalist Szilvia Gogh on the wonder at-risk-youth have on their first-ever diveWe then hear a top tip from Jim Ritterhoff, co-founder and executive director of non-profit Force Blue, on why recreational diving is now dead And then finally we hear another listener-submitted Best Dive Ever from Steve Weaver who tells us about diving the devil's highwayIf you'd like to be notified when new shows air, please subscribe to the show in your favorite podcast app or head to deeperblue.com/podcast to signup for the newsletter.Season 3 of the DeeperBlue Podcast is brought to you by Suunto.  Finnish engineering pioneering adventure from mountain top to ocean floor since 1936.Don't forget to give us ★★★★★, leave a review, and tell your friends about us - every share and like really makes a difference!

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What a Creep: Jeffrey MacDonald Season 12, Episode 6 Family Annihilator & Creep Jeffrey MacDonald was convicted in 1979 of murdering his wife and two daughters on the night of February 17, 1970. At the time he was a doctor for the United States Air Force, his wife was expecting their third child (a son) and he told his wife that he wanted to live in Russia for a few months and work on the US Army boxing team. They had an argument heard by the neighbors and later he called the police saying he and his wife Collette were attacked by a group of hippies. The next ten years was a whirlwind of activity with a cast of characters that are almost too nutty to be the truth and one of the most talked-about true crime stories in US History. Trigger warnings: Murder, domestic violence, and family annihilators.  Sources:       Jeffrey R. MacDonald       Vanity Fair       Joe McGinnis       Erica Kelly's Southern Fried True Crime podcast       The Jeffrey MacDonaldCase.com       Documentary Wilderness of Error       Oxygen Freddie Kassab         Joe McGinnis's book Final Vision: The Last Word on Jeffrey MacDonald         Fatal Vision: TV Movie 1984 Here are a few ways to support the troops: Soldiers Best Friend War Horses for Veterans  Force Blue  Motorcycle Relief Project    Be sure to follow us on social media. But don't follow us too closely … don't be a creep about it! Subscribe to us on Apple Podcasts Twitter: https://twitter.com/CreepPod @CreepPod Facebook: Join the private group!  Instagram @WhatACreepPodcast Visit our Patreon page: https://www.patreon.com/whatacreep Email: WhatACreepPodcast@gmail.com  We've got merch here! https://whatacreeppodcast.threadless.com/# Our website is www.whatacreeppodcast.com  Our logo was created by Claudia Gomez-Rodriguez. Follow her on Instagram @ClaudInCloud  

This week Greg The Divemaster reflects on the dive the ScubaRadio crew did last week with Force Blue. Plus an update on the haunting of Jerry the Diver Guy. Looking for HOUR2?

This hour Gonzo from Force Blue joins the crew to preview their next event. Plus the story of the beach dive gone wrong. Looking for HOUR1?

This hour we talk with the divers of Force Blue and learn more about their marine conservation mission. Looking for HOUR1?

This week Greg The Divemaster and friends join Force Blue at Lauderdale By The Sea. Looking for HOUR2?

Welcome to season 3 of the DeeperBlue Podcast!  In episode 6: The latest scuba diving, freediving, ocean, and diving travel news that has happened in the last week from around the world underwater with Host Stephan Whelan and producer Jason Elias.Then co-host Mehgan Heany-Grier speaks with Jim Ritterhoff, executive director and co-founder of Force Blue - a nonprofit organization that provides a new mission for former combat divers and Special Operations veterans: healing endangered coral reefs.  Jim shares in this episode an epic dive off Florida that involved veteran seals, scientists and the T-Rex of all pillar coral.We then hear a top tip from world renowned Go Freediving and RAID Instructor Trainer Emma Farrell on why sleeping underwater ain't so crazy after all.And then finally we hear another listener-submitted Best Dive Ever from Sara who takes us on dive with her at a UNESCO World Heritage site.If you'd like to be notified when new shows air, please subscribe to the show in your favorite podcast app or head to deeperblue.com/podcast to signup for the newsletter.Season 3 of the DeeperBlue Podcast is brought to you by Suunto.  Finnish engineering pioneering adventure from mountain top to ocean floor since 1936.Don't forget to give us ★★★★★, leave a review, and tell your friends about us - every share and like really makes a difference!

Our guest this week, Jade Struck, is a competitive shooter and firearms instructor. She is also a model, actress, athlete, and recently launched “The Milk & Honey Podcast” now available on Spotify. Her and Recon Marine Rudy Reyes are members of Force Blue, a group of veterans and veteran allies working to save the coral reefs. Rudy also makes a guest appearance during this episode that you'll hear. Follow Jade Struck on Instagram @JadeStruck and visit Force Blue at http://ForceBlueTeam.org HIGH QUALITY BATTLELINE PODCAST MUGS NOW AVAILABLE ON TANTO'S GEAR LOCKER - https://www.tantosgearlocker.com/product-page/battleline-podcast-15oz-coffee-mug Follow us: http://instagram.com/battlelinepodcast​http://twitter.com/battlelinepod For 15% off all Fort Scott Munitions merchandise go to http://fortscottmunitions.com & use promo code: Battleline - check out the dealer locator to find ammunition near you For 20% off all Bub's Naturals gear and products including collagen protein and MCT oil powder, go http://bubsnaturals.com and use promo code: Battleline. All purchases help to support the Glen Doherty Memorial Foundation   Photonis Defense is the global leader in night vision solutions providing more high-quality night vision capabilities than anyone. Hunters, shooters, boaters and outdoor enthusiasts rely on Photonis Defense systems to make their adventures safer and more successful. Visit http://photonisdefense.com for more information; or look for Photonis Defense product options from your night vision dealer.

Team, today we are joined by the legend himself, Kaj Larsen. Kaj is a Navy Seal, war correspondent, journalist, and producer, who has worked for Vice News and CNN, He is also the founder and CEO of Crossfit Santa Monica. Today we get into the nitty-gritty, discussing how Kaj became a Navy Seal, we learn how he acquired all of his attributes and what it's like to "try out" for the Navy Seals during hell week. Kaj goes into detail about his 5 mile run underwater. Kaj is someone who is truly invested in making the world a better place and has an extraordinary character. Specifically we discuss.... What is hell week for Navy Seals? How hard is Hell week for Navy Seals? How long can Navy Seals hold their breath? How can water and wildlife be conserved? Do you have to jump out of a plane to be a Navy Seal? Resources... Force Blue - https://forceblueteam.org/ Check out Kaj's website - https://www.kajlarsen.com/ Check out Kajs Gym CrossfitSantaMonica - https://www.crossfitsantamonica.com/ Follow Kaj on Instagram ( @KajLarsen - https://www.instagram.com/kajlarsen/ ) Check out Ten Thousand - https://www.tenthousand.cc/collections Check out the Ten Thousand Instagram ( @Tenthousand.cc) - https://www.instagram.com/tenthousand.cc/ )

Dan Skidmore is a veteran Air Force special operations combat controller, GORUCK cadre and a member of team Force Blue. We discuss his journey into the military, conflict in Africa, living in Morocco, tribalism and much more.

This hour details on how you can join the ScubaRadio crew and Force Blue at Turtle Town in Jupiter Florida July 26th. Plus we get an update on Bugfest that kicks off July 27th in Lauderdale By The Sea. Looking for HOUR1?

In today's political arena, environmentalism is often seen as an exclusively left-wing cause. In fact, many people seem to think conservatives don't even care about the environment. For this podcast, Anna debunks these total misconceptions and explains how to go green, the conservative way. Plus, she shows how conservative policies are actually better for the environment. The truth is, conservatives do care about the environment — after all, conserving our national home and way of life is at the heart of conservatism. Check out organizations like Force Blue (www.ForceBlueTeam.org) in order to get involved. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We hope that you are all enjoying this Memorial Day while also recognizing and remembering those that make the ultimate sacrifice for America. To those who have lost loved ones, we appreciate you. This episode we are joined by Rudy Reyes, Marine Recon combat vet, arguably best known from HBO's "Generation Kill" series. More recently, Rudy has been active with his group Force Blue helping to rebuild and restore coral reefs. You can follow Rudy on Instagram @RealRudyReyes. HIGH QUALITY BATTLELINE PODCAST MUGS NOW AVAILABLE ON TANTO'S GEAR LOCKER - https://www.tantosgearlocker.com/product-page/battleline-podcast-15oz-coffee-mug Follow us: http://instagram.com/battlelinepodcast​http://twitter.com/battlelinepod For 15% off all Fort Scott Munitions merchandise go to http://fortscottmunitions.com & use promo code: Battleline - check out the dealer locator to find ammunition near you For 20% off all Bub's Naturals gear and products including collagen protein and MCT oil powder, go http://bubsnaturals.com and use promo code: Battleline. All purchases help to support the Glen Doherty Memorial Foundation   Visit our friends at Mid-Evil Industries. They are revolutionizing the firearms industry with the only fully adjustable fore grip on the market, Quick Detach Adjustable Monopod, and their most recent set-up, the Overwatch Commander, at http://mid-evil.com

Silver Star Recipient Roger Sparks joins Jason in Jacksonville for a raw Episode 035 about resolve and intentions. From his wild upbringing and early struggles with his physical limits, through diverse experiences in the tip of the spear of two military branches pushing his body and mind to aid and train others, Roger’s life focus has been to “grow mentally, physically and spiritually as much as possible.”  He used early struggles as fuel and with a learned perspective of both being a grunt and then training and leading men in the grey areas of war, Roger shares his stories about the “sex, violence and intimacy” of the military -- not to glorify war, but to understand it. He speaks about how in his 15-year career as a PJ, helping rescue and save others in both Alaska and deployed to Afghanistan, was deeply personal to and tied to saving his own son Oz. Now as a father and tattoo artist, GORUCK Tribe Cadre and Force Blue volunteer, he seeks to heal others to help heal himself. A gifted storyteller in his own right, author of A Warrior’s Creed, his current project is Backbone, a documentary series which strives to give “a voice to the struggle and hope for better healthcare for military veterans and civilians alike.” Links: Roger Sparks Instagram and more about Bulldog Bite Backbone Docuseries Warrior’s Creed by Roger Sparks and Don Reardon Chondromalacia Force Blue and GP016 with Will Hinkson (also on Force Blue) Papillon In Search of the Warrior Spirit The Way of the Peaceful Warrior Learn more about GORUCK and GORUCK Tribe Glorious Professionals podcast website

Ryan talks to Dr. Debborah Luke, Senior Vice President of Conservation at the Florida Aquarium, about their partnership with NFL Green and Force Blue for NFL Green's "100 Yards of Hope" legacy project involving coral reefs off the coast of Florida.

This week we welcome Rudy Reyes, star of the HBO series Generation Kill and the Co-Founder of Force Blue. Rudy shares his thoughts on everything from COVID-19 to mental health, and outlines his new mission "to save the world". Rudy, and other special forces divers, have teamed up to form Force Blue, an organization focused on saving the coral reefs. By uniting the community of Special Operations veterans with the world of marine science and conservation, Force Blue has created a trans-partisan model of caring, cooperation and positive change with the power to restore lives and restore the planet. Time to get fired up and support this noble cause! (www.forceblueteam.org)

Welcome to Kai Greene’s “Getting It Done” podcast where Kai explores what is takes to excel in life. In our first episode, Kai talks with Navy Seals’ Kaj Larsen and Jeff Gum about mental toughness, overcoming failure and doubt, and the power of discipline. Kaj is a war correspondent and Executive Producer (Netflix #1 show “The Business of Drugs”). Jeff is founder and CEO of the lifestyle line Sunga Life. Together the two are focused on giving back to the community and working on such initiatives as raising awareness on Veteran suicide prevention and restoring our ocean’s health with the non profit Force Blue. Executive Producers Crystal Fambrini and John Ryan, Jr., The Direct Message Network. Podcast sponsor includes Anchor and Mint Mobile. Cut your wireless bill to 15 bucks a month http://mintmobile.com/gettingitdone

Thanks for tuning into another great installment of The Iron Works Podcast! This episode spans the globe as we got to sit down with Dan Skidmore at his home in Marrakech, Morocco where he and his family continue to  build a legacy. Dan is the successful owner of multiple businesses that have all derived from his passion to pursue his own health and fitness and mentor others along that same path and help them "Maintain their machine".  His own journey has lead him to the depths of the seas with Force Blue, a veteran owned dive company, to the heat of the Middle East and even into position of Director of Training with Go Ruck. We had a great time digging into some of the topics that led Dan to starting a few businesses in North Carolina, his ideas on compression and recovery and the mindset it takes to prioritize and gain traction on your path by using the W.I.N mindset... What's Important NOW! We hope you can take away some good tools from this episode that might help you achieve victory while you're dealing with the grind.  Check out some of Dans Resources below and be sure to LISTEN and SHARE!Dan Skidmores RESOURCES:Ruck Wrap: https://www.ruckwrap.com/Go Ruck: DS@GORUCK.COMInstagram: @danskidmore11       @thecollectivespringlake       @springlakeoutpost

On the second segment of tonights show we welcome Navy SEAL Matt Foreman. Matt served 2 decades in the United States Millitary operating in the SEAL Teams. Now in the civilian sector his mission is preserving Coral Reefs. Listen along to learn about his mission with Force Blue to preserve our oceans. 

Dan Skidmore spent nine years as an Air Force combat controller. As a member of this elite group, he deployed to Afghanistan, Iraq, Syria and other locations across the globe. He is a member of Force Blue , which unites the community of Special Operations veterans with the world of marine conservation for the betterment […] The post Ep 075 – Dan Skidmore | Former CCT, GORUCK Dir. of Training appeared first on .

Dan Skidmore spent nine years as an Air Force combat controller. As a member of this elite group, he deployed to Afghanistan, Iraq, Syria and other locations across the globe. He is a member of Force Blue , which unites the community of Special Operations veterans with the world of marine conservation for the betterment […] The post Ep 075 – Dan Skidmore | Former CCT, GORUCK Dir. of Training appeared first on .

Ruben Garcia is a Cuban immigrant who joined the Army in the 1950's and Special Forces in 1961. He did multiple tours in Vietnam, helped stand up the Mobile Guerrilla Force, was stationed in remote SFOB's on the Cambodian border, involved in search missions for Nick Rowe, and later served at Mott Lake running Special Operations Training for Special Forces. This is Ruben's story, from private to major as only he can tell it. Support the stream on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/m/TheTeamHouse

In this episode of The Dive Locker Podcast you'll hear about Force Blue's mission combining the needs of combat veterans returning home with the needs of our marine ecosystems.

For Episode 016, Jason and Rich talk to Cadre Will Hinkson about going through transitions, perceptions versus reality, and the importance of finding an individual “why.” Will’s competitive nature - and some good advertising - led him to become a Reconnaissance Marine on the scorching rooftops of Iraq. Later during a security contracting gig in Kabul he started a side-gig which became the first CrossFit affiliate at an embassy. That experience shifted his focus to people-centered business and he returned to start a successful gym stateside. Will talks about what his veneer of success and relentless pace was covering however, and how he eventually got a wake up call via another commercial to fully transition to a more fulfilling, meaningful life.  “Establish your why and chase it relentlessly. When you know why you’re doing something, and you have your core values and mission in place, do not let anything stop you.” Will shares the story of how he answered an unexpected call by a buddy and found himself serving in a new capacity: as a dive team member at Force Blue, a non-profit which unites the community of Special Operations veterans with the world of marine conservation. Will also uses his skills to help others as the creator of Scale Through Impact, a leadership consulting company which provides resources and community support to small business owners. Links: Will Hinkson “Contest of Honor” - Marines Ad SMEAC “Mercy, Love, and Grace” Trailer and Full Documentary Scale Through Impact Learn more about GORUCK Glorious Professionals podcast website

It’s May Day and workers are Amazon, Whole Foods, Instacart, Walmart, FedEx, Target, and Ship are walking off the job. They are protesting the failure of the companies to provide basic protections for front-line workers while raking in record profits. One of the lead organizers for the walkout is Chris Smalls who is quickly gaining status a new brand of militant labor organizers. In early April, Vice News obtained an internal memo from Amazon leadership describing a campaign to smear Smalls.  Major coronavirus outbreaks in meatpacking plants around the country coupled with the dumping of thousands of tons of food, draw new attention to our broken food system and raises questions of the possibility of food shortages down the road.  Mike Pence decides to ditch his mask when visiting the Mayo Clinic on Tuesday.  More right-wing radicals showed up yesterday fully armed to the Michigan Capitol once again demanding an end to the shutdowns. On Thursday night, the Republican-dominated legislature refused to extend the state’s emergency declaration which was set to expire at midnight. Democratic Gov. Gretchen Whitmer issued new orders stating the emergency still exists.  #FireChrisHayes trends on Twitter after Hayes decides to break from the rest of the network and actually cover Tara Reade’s accusations against Joe Biden like an actual journalist. In a world where #Resistance and Democratic Party leadership’s only campaign slogan is Trump-bad-man, they went after Hayes as if he signed a blood pact with Steve Bannon. When about the accusations at a press conference, Nancy Pelosi told the reporter that she didn’t need a lecture and she supports Joe Biden, dismissing Tara Reade’s accusations and diminishing the #MeToo movement. Biden took to Morning Joe this morning and in the face of direct questioning by Mika Brzezinski denies all of Reade’s accusations.  State Rep Daryl Metcalfe calls for the repeal of environmental regulations because coronavirus.  PA planning on relaxing COVID-19 restrictions later today. Which counties will be the first to rejoin the spreader communities. All this happening, of course, and the crisis in the state’s nursing homes continues.  Pennsylvania Republicans signed a letter Attorney General Barr to sue the Wolf administration.  NASA picks Jeff Bezo’s Blue Origin National Team for the Artemis program’s plan to bring humans back to the Moon.  The application window for the Space Force opens today. But hold on there, future space cadets, this initial round will only be open for U.S. Air Force members who might want to transfer to the new branch of the military. More than 7,000 airmen, airwomen, and officers will be asked to transfer.  And, don’t forget, Netflix will release Space Force on May 29th! The series created by Greg Daniels and stars Steve Carrell. We don’t have any Free Will Brewing new releases this week, but they do have more than 15 different bottles of barrel-aged sours just waiting for a good home. If you want a few recommendations to get you started, I’d go with The Pomisher, a barrel-aged sour with pomegranates; Kriek Noveau, a barrel and foudre aged sour ale with cherries; and, Fenberry Sauce, a barrel-aged sour ale with cranberries.

What do you get when you mix badass military veterans, highly skilled oceanic scientists, and mission based diving? -FORCE BLUE- Join Specialty Scuba Podcast as we speak with Executive Director and Co-Founder Jim Ritterhoff. Get a glimpse into Force Blue's new project with the NFL, Coral Restoration, and Sea Turtle Research. Forceblueteam.orgSpecialtyScuba.net

In this episode of the Conservative Business Journal Podcast, John Di Lemme interviews Rudy Reyes. At the age of 17, Rudy Reyes emancipated himself, left an orphanage with his two brothers and raised them in Kansas City, MO. He excelled at Martial Arts and MMA, and as a champion he was able to provide for his family. At the age of 26, he was seeking a higher calling and joined the United States Marine Corp., where he was selected straight out of boot camp to try out for the elite Marine First Reconnaissance Battalion (special forces). Rudy served our nation and was a member of the lead combat force that entered both Afghanistan and Iraq. His unit was depicted best-selling nonfiction book by Iraq War embedded Rolling Stone correspondent Evan Wright, which later became a 7-part miniseries on HBO titled Generation Kill. At the end of his decorated military career, he embarked on a new career. He used his unique skills as a counter-terror contractor for the Department of Defense. He also spent time in Africa were he trained wildlife preserve rangers in anti-poaching tactics. Rudy is also Co-Founder of FORCE BLUE. By uniting the community of Special Operations veterans with the world of marine science and conservation, FORCE BLUE has created a transpartisan model of caring, cooperation and positive change with the power to restore lives and restore the planet. Today, Rudy is focused on acting and working with his brand partners. He also gives motivational speeches and utilizes his knowledge of fitness to train people during his down time.    

Who is Rudy Reyes? That's probably the most common question asked of the former Force Recon Marine. The Drinkin Bros call him the "Murder Hippie", the characters of HBO's Generation Kill lovingly called him Fruity Rudy, and the US Marine Corps called him Sergeant. But if you have the opportunity to meet him, he'll probably tell you he's a conservationist dedicating his time and energy to restoring Earth's struggling coral reef's with a crew of former special operators in an organization called Force Blue. Whatever the answer, one thing is for certain - Rudy is a survivor. I was honored to have Rudy on the show where we waxed philosophical about self-healing, honesty, facing your demons and personal growth. Rudy gave an energetic interview which was honest and genuine and I think you'll enjoy it as much as I did.  Please check out www.IrreverentWarriors.com for upcoming Silkies Hikes and for the soon to be released 2020 hike schedule. Please, feel free to reach out to me at kevin@twentyonegun.net. For everything 21G visit www.TwentyOneGun.net

FORCE BLUE is the only nonprofit organization in the world that provides “mission therapy” for former combat divers — individuals in whom governments around the world have invested millions to create the best possible underwater and maritime operators — by retraining, retooling and deploying them on missions of conservation, preservation and restoration. By uniting the community of Special Operations veterans with the world of marine science and conservation in one, mission-focused program, FORCE BLUE has created a model of caring, cooperation and positive change with the power to restore lives and restore the planet. Harkening back to the days of Jacques Cousteau and the French Commando frogmen he trained, FORCE BLUE is creating a modern-day cadre of elite combat veterans with the aptitude and ability to achieve great things on the conservation front, and the visibility to let the world actually know about it. FORCE BLUE training director, and former US Navy diver, Angelo Fiore talks about the mission and about being a Navy diver with host Jim Fausone. 

On this episode the guys speak with one of the first celebrity Marines of the OIF/OEF generation, Rudy Reyes. Rudy discusses his upbringing in an all boys home, being a Mexican American, uplifting veterans, his own struggles with drugs and alcohol, excessive PT and his Veteran outreach non profit Force Blue. And yes of course he gets into the trenches with the team and slings some jokes....Beware Rudy's energy is infectious! he will have you wanting to do a run-swim-run while simultaneously preparing your taxes. Follow Rudy Reyes on IG: @realrudyreyes Check out Rudy's website: www.rudyreyes.com Go to www.SOFBadMonkey.com to purchase SBM swag and read the latest blogs. Follow us on IG: @sofbadmonkey @Jdelgadoarte @Ralstonste @Official_jayFeely2

How is it possible to connect veterans with a mission to protect our oceans? In this podcast, we learn from founder Jim Ritterhoff about how Force Blue unites the community of Special Operations veterans with the world of marine conservation for the betterment of both. We discuss stories of how veterans that struggled with PTSD get back in the water with a renewed mission to help themselves and the world around them. We learn about the different threats to coral reefs and how trained divers can help reverse coral bleaching and improve the ocean for everyone to enjoy. The Core Values of Force Blue are: HEROES Humility Excellence Respect Openness Empathy Service Before Self To learn more, visit https://forceblueteam.org/ --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/rethinking-h2o/support

For today’s guest, we are very excited to bring you the real Rudy Reyes. From MMA, to many tours in Afghanistan and Iraq with the Marine’s 1st Recon Battalion, to your TV, and finally to conservation sites all over the world this man has done it all. I really enjoyed this my conversation with this man. It changed the way I thought about myself and others. We go over a lot of good stuff, from the journey from selfless to self-love, to finding your new purpose, and how to fight off the tendency to isolate when it comes up. We go over what was difficult for Rudy to handle when getting out, his nonprofit work with Force Blue, and the greatest lesson he learned since leaving the Recon community. Listen to what Rudy has to tell you, I know it is going to change your perspective. I hope you enjoy this episode as much as I did. Please feel free to leave us a comment and let us know what you think. Rudyreyes.com IG realrudyreyes FB rudy reyes Forceblueteam.org Keys 1. Reach out. Take a radical 30’ step forward and ask for help. 2. Physical fitness 3. Find time to get into nature, find time to smell the flowers

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Jim is the Executive Director of Force Blue, a non-profit organization uniting special operations veterans with the world of ocean conservation through mission therapy. Learn more about how Jim and his co-founders are putting the skills of these combat veterans to use, not only helping rebuild coral reefs, but rebuilding the confidence of our veterans. In a world where every topic seems bi-partisan, Force Blue is bringing communities on opposite sides of the spectrum together in extremely powerful and positive ways... all for the good of the planet. Follow Force Blue on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/FORCEBLUETEAM/ Follow Force Blue on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/forceblueteam/ Follow Force Blue on Twitter: https://twitter.com/forceblueteam Visit the Force Blue website: https://forceblueteam.org/