Podcasts about Naval academy

A Navy captain with 24 years of service went to medical for exhaustion, weight gain, and low mood, and was told to see a therapist and eat less. When he asked for a testosterone test his physician asked whether he had erectile dysfunction, and refused to order it when he said no. His level came back at 160; the cutoff we use in this country is 300. I've treated this population for 15 years, and roughly 27% of operators test below that number. Tim Parlatore is the attorney who wrote the Pentagon memo that now puts testosterone on the annual physical, and we get into what it says and why most men never have this hormone checked again after they leave pediatrics.Studies & ReferencesCardiovascular Safety of Testosterone-Replacement Therapy - https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37326322/You Can Conquer Trauma and PTSD with Chris Frueh, PhD - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0olunOZM2lcSupport Kaczkowski Family's GoFundMe campaignhttps://impact.navysealfoundation.org/campaign/827807/donate?utm_source=ig&utm_medium=social&utm_content=link_in_bioWant ad-free episodes? Subscribe to Forever Strong Insider: https://bit.ly/4u5VSRe

Note: This episode was recorded in late 2024. Luckily, there haven't been any US Civil War updates since then, so the episode's content still holds up. Enjoy! During paternity leave, the new influx of dad energy compelled me to read close to 15 titles on the American Civil War. The Civil War is a case study in traditional ChinaTalk themes like technological change and organizational design. It is also a uniquely well-documented war, just on the cusp of modernity, with gripping characters and human drama basically wherever you look. To discuss all things Civil War, ChinaTalk interviewed Jeremy Neufeld, Director of Immigration Policy at IFP and author of an incredibly nerdy Civil War Twitter account, as well as Wayne Hsieh, a professor at the Naval Academy and co-author of A Savage War, an excellent new military history of the Civil War. We discuss… How the Civil War played a role in America's rise to superpower status, The impact of technological innovation on the war, including the telegraph, the steamship, and the railroad system, The Confederate invasion of Kentucky and other strategic missteps, Strategies for mobilizing industry and civil society for warfare, Differences in institutional culture between the Northern and Southern armies. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Michael Wayne grew up in Mississippi, attended the Naval Academy, left after his father died, built a career in business and investments while running a hedge fund for fifteen years, spent twenty-five years as a clandestine CIA contractor operating across some of the most sensitive and most dangerous missions available — and then went to Ukraine after the 2022 Russian invasion to organize humanitarian aid, evacuate women and children from combat zones, train Ukrainian soldiers, and deliver equipment to the front line before discovering widespread corruption tied to Ukraine aid that he says reached powerful US politicians. In this episode of Locked In with Ian Bick, he shares what twenty-five years as a CIA contractor actually looked like from the inside, what changed after 9/11 in the intelligence world, what the Ukraine work actually involved, what the corruption he discovered actually implicated, and what the DOJ prosecution that followed his decision to push back against that corruption actually produced — including a wire fraud conviction, a federal prison sentence at FPC Montgomery, and what he believes was a deliberate government effort to make him a convicted felon before he could become a whistleblower. _____________________________________________  #TrueCrime #espionage #cia #prisonstory _____________________________________________ Thank you to CASH APP for sponsoring this episode: Download Cash App Today: https://capl.onelink.me/vFut/ksjh06pb #CashAppPod Cash App is a financial services platform, not a bank. Banking services provided by Cash App's bank partner(s). 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Visit cash.app/legal/podcast for full disclosures. _____________________________________________   Connect with Michael Wayne: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/officialmichaelwayne/ Website: https://officialmichaelwayne.com/ _____________________________________________ Hosted, Executive Produced & Edited By Ian Bick: https://www.instagram.com/ian_bick/?hl=en https://ianbick.com/ _____________________________________________ Timestamps: 00:00 Intro and Guest Introduction 01:31 Family and Entrepreneurship 05:00 The Call to the Naval Academy 12:42 The Challenges of the Naval Academy 15:17 Leaving Annapolis After Two Years 17:51 The Tragic Loss of His Father 21:41 The Funeral and a Call from the Captain 24:23 Choosing Family Over Country 28:55 Rethinking Leaving Annapolis 31:14 The Plan to Return Falls Apart 36:24 The Decision to Stay Out of the Military 37:57 Mississippi State and Running the Family Business 41:17 Sponsor Break: Cash App Security 44:27 College Life and Degrees 55:36 Buying Properties and Developing a Strategy 01:00:20 Moving to Atlanta and Sports Betting 01:03:30 The Unexpected Call from an Agency 01:08:40 The First Interview for a CIA Contractor 01:14:40 The Path to Becoming a Contractor 01:19:03 Interviews and the Training Invitation 01:24:05 Paramilitary Training and Selection 01:29:07 Understanding Classification and Compartmentalization 01:34:55 The Intensity of the Initial Training 01:39:19 Field Exercises and Testing Survival Skills 01:47:26 The Importance of Knowing Your Limits 02:01:20 Working as a Paramilitary Contractor 02:04:20 A Career of Off-the-Books Missions 02:07:09 Getting Shot and the Impact of 9/11 02:12:30 The Post-9/11 World and the War on Terror 02:24:03 A Screenplay That Predicted 9/11 02:31:10 Transitioning to a New Role and Grad School 02:37:50 Living as a NOC (Non-Official Cover) 02:42:10 The Intensity of the NOC World  02:47:51 Running a Hedge Fund as Cover 02:57:21 Making Money and Helping a Nonprofit 03:02:41 Volunteering in Ukraine After the Invasion 03:05:00 The Corrupt Side of Humanitarian Aid 03:10:34 Protecting Aid and Empowering People 03:15:14 The Hidden World of Powerful Elites 03:21:18 Learning You're a Target 03:28:08 The Plan to Discredit Him 03:34:55 A New SEC Inquiry and the Missing Questions 03:39:01 The Target Letter and the DOJ 03:44:37 Attempting to Investigate the Management Company 03:50:59 The Reverse Proffer: The DOJ's Show of Force 03:57:20 Realizing the System Can't Be Beaten 04:01:44 The Threats That Forced His Hand 04:03:42 The Strategic Choice to Plead Guilty 04:08:35 The Courtroom Deal and Sentencing Guidelines 04:12:00 The Aftermath of the Guilty Plea 04:16:08 The Hit to His Reputation 04:18:24 The FBI Agent and the Press Release 04:22:47 Dealing with the PSR and Sentencing 04:27:44 The Leak and the Fallout 04:31:14 The PSR: A Document Full of Falsehoods 04:35:35 The Sentencing Hearing 04:40:20 The Judge's Unusual Statement 04:45:36 Getting a Year and a Day 04:50:00 A Trip to Federal Prison Camp 04:56:30 The Confusing Charges and the Real Crime 05:04:20 The Plea Deal and the Missing Documentation 05:09:30 The Sentencing Hearing and a Shoutout to the Judge 05:12:10 The Camp: A Place for the Forgotten 05:16:08 Life After Prison and the Supervised Release 05:21:01 The CIA and the Burning of Bridges 05:25:20 Finding a New Path Post-Prison

John Spencer is a retired Army officer, Urban Warfare expert, Chair of War Studies at the Madison Policy Forum and Executive Director at the Urban Warfare Institute. He's been in some funky situations (including seven visits to Gaza), and encountered everything from terrorists to killer bees. He captures it all in his new book, Twenty Times I Almost Died: Life Lessons from the Edge of Survival. It's a great book, funny and insightful, and you should absolutely buy it for yourself and the people in your life.We talk about the badass bond between the IDF and the US Armed Forces, the privilege of being a pacifist, and why John might prefer his kids go to Columbia over the Naval Academy (shudder)* Chaya Leah was also in the army… Hashem's army* The NY Times wants to know if John got his $7,000 from us.* Pushing back against Jon Stewart* No man steps into the same river twice* John can't decide what's worse, sending his kids to Columbia, or the Naval Academy.* Oh you don't believe in war? How nice.* We ask John about his life, he answers about subterranean warfare.* A brief detour to Ukraine* Can you teach resilience?* Total victory? It's possible.* The bond between the US military and the IDF is pretty badass.* Lies of omission are everywhere.* Soft times create weak men.* Children on flights are worse than some wars. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit askajew.substack.com/subscribe

    What does it take to keep wounded Soldiers alive when the next war means hours — not minutes — to the operating table? In this special collaboration between WarDocs and OP MED TV, recorded at the Defense Strategies Institute OP MED Symposium, COL Shaun Brown, MD, Commander of the U.S. Army Institute of Surgical Research, lays out the research agenda that will decide whether the wounded of the next conflict survive. COL Brown's path into Army medicine began with a rejection. Poor eyesight closed the door on the U.S. Naval Academy, so he pursued pre-med as a civilian undergraduate. When 9/11 happened, it solidified both his commitment to medicine and his decision to serve, and he took an Army HPSP scholarship in medical school. He trained in general surgery at William Beaumont Army Medical Center — a program with a long, quiet relationship with the special operations community — where attendings would vanish overnight for operational requirements. He chose colorectal surgery as a fellowship to add technical range he could use in civilian practice and on the battlefield, then joined Joint Special Operations Command at Fort Bragg after a year on staff in El Paso. Now commanding the Army's premier combat casualty care research enterprise, COL Brown is candid about what excites him and what worries him. He is most energized by the Organ Support and Automated Technology department, and he uses a widely shared video of a Ukrainian amputee evacuated by unmanned ground system to make his point: autonomous evacuation without autonomous medical support only moves the walking wounded. Ventilators that read changing physiology and adjust themselves, autonomous IV pumps, and en-route support are the missing half of the capability. His concern is combat wounds. In large-scale combat operations with prolonged evacuation timelines, Dr. Brown expects most damage control surgery to be done for sepsis rather than hemorrhage — the patients who cannot be evacuated become septic extremities. He also walks through the blood problem: whole blood is the standard, low-titer O supply will not be sufficient at scale, and the answer is shelf-stable components, including freeze-dried and spray-dried plasma, freeze-dried platelets, and freeze-dried red cells. The conversation closes on people. Brown details how the Army sustains surgical readiness through a diversified platform of military treatment facilities, civilian partnerships, and untapped Veterans Affairs relationships; how he coordinates with the Reserve consultant to pair complementary skill sets on deploying teams; and why, quoting the Army War College, he still serves: you train for the known and you educate for the unknown. Chapters (00:50-02:16) From Naval Academy Dreams to Army Medicine (02:16-04:33) Colorectal Surgery and the Road to Joint Special Operations Command (04:33-08:06) Commanding the ISR: Autonomous En-Route Care and the Combat Wound Gap (08:06-11:59) Blood, Plasma, and the Shelf-Stable Future of Resuscitation (11:59-18:16) Burn Care, Surgical Readiness, and Partnerships Across Components (18:16-22:22) Forward Surgical Capability Gaps and Why He Still Serves Chapter Summaries (00:50-02:16) From Naval Academy Dreams to Army Medicine Brown describes how bad eyesight ended his plan to attend the U.S. Naval Academy and sent him to a civilian undergraduate program and pre-med coursework. September 11th solidified his decision to pursue both medicine and military service, and he applied for the HPSP scholarship in medical school, choosing the Army's four-year award over the Air Force's three-year option. (02:16-04:33) Colorectal Surgery and the Road to Joint Special Operations Command He explains why he chose colorectal surgery — additional technical skill he could use in civilian practice and on the battlefield — and how residency at William Beaumont Army Medical Center exposed him early to the special operations world. He recounts getting the recruiting call while loading a moving van in New Orleans, then completing assessment and selection before moving to Fort Bragg. (04:33-08:06) Commanding the ISR: Autonomous En-Route Care and the Combat Wound Gap COL Brown identifies the Organ Support and Automated Technology department as the work he is most excited about, using a Ukrainian unmanned-ground-system evacuation video to argue that autonomous platforms without autonomous medical support can only move the walking wounded. He then names his chief concern: combat wound research funding, and his expectation that in large-scale combat operations most damage control surgery will be done for sepsis rather than hemorrhage. (08:06-11:59) Blood, Plasma, and the Shelf-Stable Future of Resuscitation The discussion turns to the evolution from component therapy to 1:1:1 ratios to whole blood, and Dr. Brown's assessment that low-titer O will not be available in sufficient quantity for large-scale combat operations. He details work on freeze-dried and spray-dried plasma, freeze-dried platelets, and freeze-dried red cells, noting that spray-drying is faster, cheaper, and uses equipment roughly the size of two ATMs — a major advantage for distributed manufacturing. (11:59-18:16) Burn Care, Surgical Readiness, and Partnerships Across Components COL Brown addresses the burn casualty problem in a future fight: forward Class VIII resuscitation supply, scaling the Advanced Burn Life Support course for deploying units, and partnerships with civilian burn centers, including placing Army burn surgeons in MILCIV sites. He then lays out the diversified surgical platform — military treatment facilities, community hospitals, and underused VA partnerships — and how he works with the Reserve consultant to pair complementary skill sets on deploying units. (18:16-22:22) Forward Surgical Capability Gaps and Why He Still Serves Asked what a forward surgical team still needs, COL Brown points to an off-the-shelf, infection-resistant biologic vascular conduit as a potential game changer over shunts — with the training investment that would require. He closes with his why, quoting the Army War College maxim that you train for the known and educate for the unknown, and asking who will be left to educate the next generation if experienced leaders walk away during the interwar period. Take Home Messages Autonomous evacuation without autonomous care only moves the walking wounded: Unmanned ground and air systems can pull a casualty off the battlefield, but a platform alone does not sustain a patient who needs a ventilator, a pump, or a transfusion en route. The medical community must be in the ground-maneuver conversation early, because a small design change can turn a logistics platform into a casualty evacuation platform. Autonomous ventilators that read changing physiology and adjust themselves are the missing half of that capability. In the next war, sepsis may drive damage control surgery more than hemorrhage: Prolonged evacuation timelines change the casualty population that reaches a surgeon. Patients in uncontrolled hemorrhage far from a surgical team frequently do not survive the wait, while patients with survivable wounds that cannot be evacuated arrive septic days later. Combat wound research and combat wound solutions deserve renewed funding priority for large-scale combat operations. Shelf-stable blood components are the answer to a cold chain that will not hold: Warm whole blood remains the standard of care, but low-titer O will not be available in the quantities a large-scale conflict demands, and cold chain storage is a logistical vulnerability. Freeze-dried and spray-dried plasma, freeze-dried platelets, and freeze-dried red cells are all in the research pipeline. Spray-drying offers a particular advantage: it is faster, cheaper, and the equipment footprint is small enough to support distributed manufacturing forward. Burn readiness is a supply problem, a training problem, and a partnership problem: Thermal weapons, lasers, fuel, and explosions could produce burn casualty volumes the system has not seen in decades. Resuscitation depends on adequate crystalloid and plasma forward, on teams trained to calculate burn surface area correctly, and on scaling the Advanced Burn Life Support course to deploying units. Long-term capacity also depends on formal relationships with civilian burn centers and on placing military burn surgeons inside those partnerships. Surgical readiness comes from a diversified platform, not from one hospital: Military treatment facility volume alone will not sustain a surgeon's skills, so readiness now depends on layering community hospital partnerships and Veterans Affairs relationships on top of the military caseload. Functional VA hospitals near large installations without strong academic affiliations are ripe for preferred referral partnerships. What surgeons need most is not trauma volume but complexity, which older patients with more complex medical conditions reliably provide. Episode Keywords military medicine, combat casualty care, US Army Institute of Surgical Research, ISR, Shaun Brown, WarDocs, OP MED TV, Army surgeon, damage control surgery, LSCO, large-scale combat operations, whole blood, freeze dried plasma, spray dried plasma, blood products, burn care, Army Burn Center, prolonged casualty care, en route care, autonomous medical systems, trauma surgery, military health system, surgical readiness, Army medicine Hashtags #MilitaryMedicine, #WarDocs, #CombatCasualtyCare, #ArmyMedicine, #TraumaSurgery, #LSCO, #MilitaryHealth, #BurnCare Honoring the Legacy and Preserving the History of Military Medicine   The WarDocs Mission: WarDocs exists to honor the legacy of Military Medicine, preserve its history, and inspire every generation — across all Services, Corps, and Ranks — to serve with excellence and pride. Through mentorship, coaching, and education, we equip those considering, entering, and serving in military medicine with the knowledge, connections, and community they need to thrive. We celebrate Who we are, What we do, and, most importantly, How we serve Our Patients, the DoW, and Our Nation.   Find out more and join Team WarDocs at https://www.wardocspodcast.com/ Check our list of previous guest episodes at https://www.wardocspodcast.com/our-guests Subscribe and Like our Videos on our YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@wardocspodcast Listen to the “What We Are For” Episode 47. https://bit.ly/3r87Afm   WarDocs- The Military Medicine Podcast is a Non-Profit, Tax-exempt-501(c)(3) Veteran Run Organization run by volunteers. All donations are tax-deductible and go to honoring and preserving the history, experiences, successes, and lessons learned in Military Medicine. 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Bryce sits down with Ed Hinman — Naval Academy grad, former Marine Corps infantry officer, and 17-year veteran of the private security industry — to talk about his new book, "The Barbarian in You: Live with Vigor, Wonder, and Fellowship." Ed walks through the three pillars of the book: vigor (the discipline of living aggressively and doing hard things), wonder (staying open to awe and enchantment in everyday life), and fellowship (the brotherhood men need but so often let slide as adult responsibilities pile up). Along the way, he and Bryce swap stories on growing up around military families, discovering a love of reading later in life, raising kids to find their own strengths instead of living out a parent's unfinished business, and why Ed started a men's book-and-fire-pit group that's now been running for a decade. It's a wide-ranging, personal conversation about what it actually takes for men to flourish — physically, mentally, and in relationship with other men.

Dan was joined by retired Vice Adm. John Miller, whose nearly four-decade Navy career included flying F-14 Tomcats, commanding aircraft carriers and strike groups, and leading U.S. Naval Forces Central Command and the 5th Fleet. A Naval Academy graduate with more than 3,500 flight hours and 1,000 carrier landings, Miller also served in key leadership roles at the Pentagon, NASA, and U.S. Central Command. He shared his perspective on Iran, drawing on a career spent at the forefront of American naval operations and national security.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Kim Kelley did not buy her Annapolis home with an Airbnb business plan.She bought it so her family could be close to their daughter, Lizzie, while she attended the United States Naval Academy and played varsity lacrosse. After Lizzie graduated and was commissioned into the Navy, Kim had a decision to make: sell the house or turn it into something more.So she “threw it on Airbnb.”In this episode, Sarah and Annette talk with Kim about how The Goat Getaway became much more than a second home. Kim shares what it took to get licensed in a strict market, why her second guest immediately exposed the need for a stronger team, and how she built boots-on-the-ground support while hosting remotely from Dallas.She also breaks down the strategy that changed everything: learning PriceLabs, raising her base rate, adjusting minimum stays, creating parent-child listings, and building direct booking demand through the Naval Academy community.If you have a property with untapped midweek demand, a strong niche audience, or a direct booking opportunity hiding in plain sight, this episode will show you what happens when you stop guessing and start operating like a real business.In this episode, you'll learn:How Kim turned a family home into The Goat GetawayWhy remote hosting requires a trusted local teamWhat her early guest issues taught her about operationsHow PriceLabs changed her pricing strategyWhy parent-child listings helped unlock midweek demandHow she reached 70% direct bookingsWhy one bad guest pushed her toward a stronger business modelHow she uses weekly metrics to keep improving the listingResources Mentioned: Join us live & learn about Strategic Host! Pricelabs: Revenue management for hosts and property managers.

In this deeply impactful episode of the Forged in the Fires Podcast, Fireman Rob sits down with John Miles—a Naval Academy graduate, combat veteran who served in Iraq and the Balkans, former CIO of Dell, EVP/COO/CDO at Catalina Marketing, serial entrepreneur, and founder of multiple purpose-driven companies.But above all else, John will tell you his greatest accomplishment is being a father.In this raw and reflective conversation, John shares a powerful story of feeling invisible in his own life—despite massive professional success—and how that realization changed his trajectory forever. He also opens up about experiencing invisibility as a child after suffering a severe head injury, and how those early challenges shaped his drive, resilience, and lifelong pursuit of meaning.This episode dives into identity, significance, leadership, and the truth that success without alignment can leave you empty. John breaks down what it means to live intentionally, matter deeply, and design a life that reflects who you truly are—not just what you achieve.If you've ever reached a milestone and still felt something was missing, this conversation will resonate deeply.

In this podcast, Maggie Stauffer interviews Willow Valley resident Ken Smith, whose life story illustrates the power of resilience, tenacity, and compassion. After a rocky start in higher education and missing out on his dream of attending the Naval Academy, Smith eventually found success as a distinguished naval aviator. During his military career, he survived a near-death ejection and unknowingly transported Oliver North during the Iran-Contra affair. Transitioning to the private sector, he became a commercial airline captain before dedicating his retirement to philanthropy and hospice volunteering. His journey is defined by a commitment to service, artistic pursuit, and a philosophy of living every day to the fullest.

Gene Zannetti talks with Ohio two-time state champion Nathan Attisano about joining Wrestling Mindset mid-junior season after realizing inconsistency was costing him matches he had no business losing, how the bucket analogy from his mindset coach Jonah changed the way he thought about tournament preparation, and the storybook moment on day one of recruitment when the Naval Academy, his dream school since childhood, called him out of nowhere.Timestamps:0:49 - Joined mid-junior season, knew the missing piece wasn't his wrestling2:02 - Felt results within the first few calls2:46 - Won a state title that postseason, then another the following year5:33 - The bucket analogy: fill it in practice, pull from it at tournaments7:05 - Weekly calls kept the tools fresh through the chaos of tournament season10:02 - Dream school Naval Academy called on day one of recruitment

Marcus Aurelius Anderson sits down with Ed Hinman, Marine infantry officer veteran, public figure protection specialist, historian, and author of The Barbarian in You. Ed shares how his time at the Naval Academy, deployments across Iraq, Afghanistan, Pakistan, and Africa, and a pivotal reckoning with ego and identity led him to build a life around three core principles: vigor, wonder, and fellowship. Drawing on history, philosophy, and hard experience, Ed makes the case that living a full life is not about optimization — it's about reconnecting with the most primal, truest parts of yourself. The conversation weaves through the creative life, the craft of writing, the mentorship of Steven Pressfield, the wisdom of Montaigne, Emerson, and Marcus Aurelius, and the courage it takes to follow what resonates rather than what looks good on paper. Episode Highlights: 1:54 - Ed and Marcus discuss the mentorship of Steven Pressfield and the discipline required to show up for the creative life 29:44 - Ed introduces his three-part philosophy of vigor, wonder, and fellowship as a framework rooted in how pre-civilized humans actually lived 49:23 - Ed recounts his Marine Corps career, the ego-driven disappointment of deployments that went nowhere, and how psychosomatic pain forced him to ask what he actually wanted 58:58 - Ed and Marcus explore the idea of listening to intuition over empirical evidence, following resonance rather than a prescribed path, and why the barbarian in you is the truest version of yourself Ed Hinman served as an infantry officer in the United States Marine Corps, graduating from the Naval Academy and deploying five times across Iraq, Afghanistan, Pakistan, and Africa before earning a master's degree in history and building a career in public figure protection with Gavin de Becker's firm. He is the author of The Barbarian in You and the founder of the Barbarian in You blog, where he writes about history, strength, friendship, and the philosophy of living with vigor, wonder, and fellowship. Visit barbarianinyou.com to find Ed's book, blog, and writings. Follow him on Instagram at ed_hinman. Learn more about the gift of Adversity and my mission to help my fellow humans create a better world by heading to www.marcusaureliusanderson.com. There you can take action by joining my ANV inner circle to get exclusive content and information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A lot of military entrepreneurs know they need to market their business, but it can be hard to know what is actually worth your time and money.  In this episode, Aaron Tellier shares how service members, veterans, and military spouses can approach marketing in ways that drive revenue rather than just create more work. We talk about how to stop wasting money on random marketing and start building a revenue-focused strategy. He shares what to fix first, what to track, and when it makes sense to hire help. Aaron is a former Naval Academy graduate, officer, serial entrepreneur, and chief marketing officer with decades of experience helping businesses grow. He currently serves as Managing Partner and Chief Revenue Officer at The Volute Group and is the founder of Ignite Studio. For more information, visit the full show notes at https://milmo.co/podcast/marketing-strategies-grow-revenue-military-entrepreneurs   For more MILMO, follow at: https://MILMO.co ItsMILMO on YouTube @itsmilmo on X @itsmilmo Instagram @itsmilmo LinkedIn @itsmilmo Facebook  

Kaj Larsen did not follow the typical route to becoming a U.S. Navy SEAL. He was admitted to the U.S. Naval Academy but left after two years to focus on playing water polo at the collegiate level. A few years later he enlisted in the Navy and immediately tried to get a slot in Basic Underwater Demolition SEAL (BUD/s) training in Coronado, California. Those billets are not usually given to men who left Annapolis but Larsen managed to snag one after his lifeguarding skills made headlines. In this edition of Veterans Chronicles, Larsen explains his path to becoming a SEAL officer in more detail, his thoughts upon arriving at Coronado, and how the incredible intensity of the training started during the first hour of the very first day. Larsen also details the agony of "Hell Week," his most difficult moments during BUD/s, and what the seemingly ruthless instructors are trying to achieve through their relentless demands. Larsen also tells us what it was like being in the middle of this training when the 9/11 terrorist attacks struck the U.S.Finally, Larsen reveals what his first combat experience was like and how SEAL gear and tactics have evolved since his time in combat as a result of new technologies and adapting to the tactics of our enemies. 

A new voluntary program at the U.S. Naval Academy is using Stoic philosophy to help midshipmen build resilience, moral clarity, and inner discipline during Plebe Summer. In this episode, we discuss how ancient ideas from Marcus Aurelius, Seneca, Epictetus, and Vice Admiral James Stockdale are being applied to modern military leadership—and why spiritual readiness may need to evolve for an increasingly diverse and less religious force.

Rear Admiral Jonathan Townsend is a native of New Woodstock, New York. He was commissioned in 1995 through the U.S. Naval Academy and designated a naval aviator in 1997. He joins the show where Joel Heitkamp was live from Medora for the opening of the Theodore Roosevelt Presidential Library. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

He registered for 47 races, blew out his knee, got disqualified for a GoPro, got married, went on a honeymoon, and still came home with the record. Thomas "Tom" Scheer is a Naval Academy graduate, Navy Commendation Medal recipient, Ironman Kona finisher, and Boys and Girls Club board member who is now the official Guinness World Record holder for the most Ironman 70.3 distance triathlons completed in a single year. Tom has spent 20 years in triathlon as a Clydesdale athlete and the kind of person who stops mid-race to help a stranger fix their bike even when it risks his own cutoff. In this conversation, we get into what the chase actually cost: the injuries, the disqualifications, the 3.9 million Hilton points, and the harder truth of being a newlywed while racing nearly every weekend for 11 months. We also go back to where it started. A panic swim in Tallahassee in 2006 in a scuba diving wetsuit, imposter syndrome on the bike, and a Dairy Queen peanut buster parfait to celebrate. Twenty years later, he drove back to that same Dairy Queen and ordered the same thing. This is the last episode before the season break, and it ends exactly where this show has always aimed: with proof that this sport belongs to everyone willing to try. Want to race? We are giving away a free entry to the Alpha Wins Big Apple Triathlon in New York on October 10. Head to @TriBeginnersLuck on Instagram for details. And through July 19, use code TRIBEGINNERPOD26 for 10% off your registration. Join the Tri Beginner's Luck Community: Enjoyed this episode? The best way to support the show is to leave a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify! Follow us on Instagram: @TriBeginnersLuck Connect on Facebook: Tri Beginner's Luck Page Questions or Feedback? We want to hear your story! Send your questions to tblpodbiz@tribeginnersluck.com, and we may feature them on a future episode. Let's tri this!

Trident Room Podcast host Cmdr. Alanna Youngblood interviews one of her mentors, retired U.S. Navy Cmdr. Bobby Jones, discussing the unexpected yet invaluable lessons in life, leadership, and service that emerged throughout his distinguished naval career. From U.S. Naval Academy class 'anchor' to commanding forces around the world, Jones reflects on the experiences that shaped his career and character.

A lot of builders run millions of dollars through the business without a clear view of what they actually make. Shane Durkin talks through construction finance, project money, cash flow, profitability, and why builders need better systems than acting like the bank for every job. Shane's Websites:  https://www.buildpatriot.com https://www.teamledgerwise.com Sign up for the Modern Craftsman Community:

For one day, the rivalry shifts from the battlefield to the lacrosse field. Green Berets. Navy SEALs. America's most elite special operations forces compete with the same intensity, discipline, and commitment to excellence that defines their military careers. But when the final whistle blows, the score becomes secondary to the brotherhood.Live from the 2nd Annual Stars and Stripes Classic, Fran Racioppi sat down with Army Head Coach Joe Alberici and Navy Head Coach Joe Amplo just hours before the teams took the field. While the rivalry between Army and Navy is one of the greatest traditions in sports, both coaches know the game has always represented something much bigger than winning. Every practice, every workout, and every lesson on the lacrosse field is preparing young men and women to lead under pressure, overcome adversity, and serve their country with honor.Our conversation examines how service academy athletics develops leaders ready to fight and win our nation's wars. Coach Alberici and Coach Amplo explain why competition, accountability, and resilience are not just traits of great athletes - they are the same qualities required to lead in combat.As kickoff approaches, the focus shifts from strategy to mindset. Compete relentlessly. Trust your training. Focus on the next play. Because whether it's on the lacrosse field, on a Special Forces ODA or SEAL platoon, success is built on discipline, accountability, and teammates who refuse to let each other fail.Army and Navy compete to make each other better because one day these young men and women will stand together in defense of America. Highlights:0:00 Introduction2:02 Welcome to the Stars & Stripes Classic2:39 Preparing for the Game5:34 Playing at USMA & USN14:01 Ownership & Accountability17:03 Pregame MessageQuotes:“The excitement and desire to be a part of this again from the community was incredible.”“My number one job is to keep you from yourself.”“I have such a love, respect, and aberration for a young person just to be looking at these academies.”“Both of our institutions uncover the best version of the human being that's inside.”“They have to be good humans who contribute to society because even their military service is going to end at some point.”“You're always looking to mentor.”“Great leaders hold themselves to the higher standard as consistent as they possibly can.”“The best leaders hold each other and others to that standard consistently.” “Each day we tell a young man we're trying to build you a masterpiece.”“Before you hold others accountable, you got to hold yourself accountable.”“Go back to the basics.”“Let's just make sure we're getting onto the next play.”The Jedburgh Podcast is brought to you by OneBrief; enabling military leaders to make innovative, informed and deliberate decisions faster than ever before. Superhuman command wins wars.Follow the Jedburgh Podcast and the Green Beret Foundation on social media. Listen on your favorite podcast platform, read on our website, and watch the full video version on YouTube as we show why America must continue to lead from the front, no matter the challenge.

Need financing for your next investment property? Visit: https://www.academyfund.com/ Want to join us in Washington, D.C. on Sept 28th & 29th? Visit: https://www.10xvets.com/events ____ Pat O'Boyle is the Chief Compliance Officer at Glen Eagle Advisors and a member of the leadership team behind Alooola, a technology-driven financial planning and investment platform. In addition to overseeing regulatory compliance, he supports business development and helps drive the growth of Aloooa's advisory and retirement planning services, including its expanding 401(k) platform for business owners. A graduate of the U.S. Naval Academy, Pat served as a Marine Corps infantry officer with 7th Marines and completed two deployments to the Middle East. After transitioning from military service, he built experience across investment banking, fintech, and wealth management through roles at Wells Fargo Securities, EquitiesEnd, and CBIZ before joining Glen Eagle Advisors to help scale Alooola's technology-first approach to financial planning.   In this episode of the SABM podcast, Scott chats with Pat about: From the Marine Corps to Financial Services: How military leadership, investment banking, and startup experience ultimately led to helping build a technology driven planning platform. Creating Alooola's Hybrid Approach: Combining personalized financial advice with a mobile-first experience that keeps advisors accessible to clients. Helping Businesses Reduce 401(k) Costs: Helping business owners uncover hidden retirement plan fees while improving retirement plan offerings. How Technology Enhances the Advisor Relationship: Using technology to simplify investment management and create more meaningful client conversations. Building the Future of Financial Planning: Bringing investing, retirement planning, tax strategy, insurance, and advisor support into one platform. Timestamps: 01:13 Marine Corps to Finance 02:10 Wells Fargo and COVID Markets 04:27 Startup Culture Shift 05:51 Joining Gleneagle and Alooola 09:06 Alooola App Overview 12:40 Why Build the App 14:57 Advisors Using the Platform 18:19 Building with AI and Compliance 21:49 Goals for 2026 and Beyond 25:08 Who They Help Most   Connect with Pat: LinkedIn | Pat O'Boyle poboyle@gleneagleadv.com  www.gleneagleadv.com If you found value in today's episode, don't keep it to yourself—share it with a colleague or friend who could benefit. And if you're a Service Academy graduate ready to elevate your business, we'd love for you to join our community and get started today.   Make sure you never miss an episode. Subscribe now and help support the show: Apple Podcasts Spotify Leave us a 5-star review!   A special thank you to Pat for joining me this week. Until next time! -Scott Mackes, USNA '01  

Navy assistant coach Blaize Cabell breaks down how the Midshipmen train, from SEAL-run summer camps to teaching the "feel" that turns good scramblers into great ones, and why heavyweight All-American Danny Wass is about to surprise people. A former three-time NCAA qualifier at Northern Iowa, Cabell coaches the Naval Academy's upper weights.

Editor's Note: We experienced some technical audio issues during the recording of this episode. While every effort was made to improve the sound quality, listeners may notice occasional audio fluctuations throughout the conversation. Thank you for your understanding. Rob and Brittany welcome Congressman Chris Deluzio of Pennsylvania's 17th District to the podcast. Deluzio is a Navy veteran, VFW member, and member of the House Armed Services Committee who continues to advocate for service members, veterans, and military families on Capitol Hill. Before the interview, VFW National Legislative Service Director Kristina Keenan and Associate Director Joy Craig join the show for an in-depth legislative update covering several key issues impacting veterans and military families. The discussion includes ongoing efforts to secure justice for victims of Camp Lejeune water contamination, implementation of the VA Home Loan Program Reform Act, progress on the Major Richard Star Act, and developments in the Fiscal Year 2027 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA). Deluzio reflects on his path from the U.S. Naval Academy to military service and eventually Congress, discussing how veterans bring a mission-first mindset to public service. He shares his experiences serving as a Surface Warfare Officer, deploying to Iraq alongside Army units, and the importance of having veterans represented in government. The conversation explores military quality-of-life issues, including pay, housing, spouse employment, child care, and the challenges of transitioning from military service to civilian life. Deluzio also discusses the importance of military credentialing programs, improving transition assistance, protecting veterans' benefits, and advancing legislation such as the Major Richard Star Act. The episode concludes with a preview of the upcoming 127th VFW National Convention in Reno, Nevada, and the launch of Ask the VFW, a new platform allowing listeners to submit questions directly to VFW subject matter experts. Have a question for the VFW? Visit https://vfw.org/AskTheVFW or go to the Ask the VFW page to submit your question for a future episode.   Featured Guests: Chris Deluzio – U.S. Representative (PA-17), Navy Veteran, VFW Member Kristina Keenan – Director, VFW National Legislative Service Joy Craig – Associate Director, VFW National Legislative Service   Episode Highlights: 0:00 Intro and Roll Call 2:58 Camp Lejeune Justice Act and toxic exposure advocacy 7:36 VA Home Loan Program Reform Act implementation 11:54 Major Richard Star Act update and discharge petition progress 19:33 NDAA overview and military quality-of-life priorities 26:53 Military pay raises, transition assistance, and credentialing reforms 47:19 Congressman Chris Deluzio joins the podcast 47:39 Military service and path to Congress 50:44 Veterans in government and public service 52:17 NDAA priorities and military readiness 54:18 Quality-of-life challenges facing service members and families 57:15 Military transition and civilian credentialing 59:15 Major Richard Star Act discussion 1:03:24 Deluzio's perspective as a VA health care user 1:06:58 Introducing Ask the VFW 1:09:10 Good of the Order – Looking ahead to the VFW National Convention

Willy sat down with Katie Cook, a trailblazing Marine Corps pilot who made history as the first woman selected to fly with the U.S. Navy Blue Angels, live from the Walker & Dunlop Leadership Summit. She and Willy discussed her path from a military family to the Naval Academy, the near-plane crash in flight school that shaped her career, and the combat mission in Afghanistan where she fired Hellfire missiles in defense of a pinned-down Marine squad. They also explored what it meant to become the first female Blue Angel, the weight of representing more than yourself, and how the leadership lessons in the cockpit translate to the boardroom. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What if the metrics you're chasing — the downloads, the likes, the impressions — are quietly steering your business in the wrong direction?  In this episode of the Balancing Act podcast, Andy speaks with Tom Schwab — founder and CEO of Interview Valet and author of Podcast Guest Profits. A U.S. Naval Academy graduate and engineer who found his way into marketing, Tom brings a systems mindset to one deceptively simple question — what are you actually optimizing for? — and to the conversations that actually grow a business, from why most podcasts die in their first ten episodes to what it takes for a leader to step out from behind the brand in an AI-driven world.  Along the way, Tom makes the case that the more technology we gain, the more human we become — and that we may all be just one conversation away from the relationship that changes everything.  Tune in to episode 249 to hear Tom's two mentorship moments — one for the young engineer worried their degree boxed them in, one for the CEO afraid to build a public voice — and his lightning-round reminder that relationships are the one currency inflation has never touched.  AndrewTemte.com

Montel Williams grew up in one of Baltimore's toughest neighborhoods. At 7 years old, a teacher tried to define him by the color of his skin. That day, he made a decision that shaped everything  no one else would ever own the definition of who he was.That mindset took him from the streets of Baltimore to the Naval Academy, from military intelligence to 17 years of daytime television with 100% creative control and through a diagnosis of Multiple Sclerosis he's been fighting for over 20 years.In this conversation, Moshe Popack sits down with Montel Williams to talk about discipline, faith, and what it really means to build a life on your own terms.Timestamp: 0:00 Growing Up in One of Baltimore's Toughest Neighborhoods3:30 The Belief He's Carried Since Childhood5:00 First African American to Graduate the Naval Academy Prep School7:00 How a Speaking Tour of 1.5M Kids Built a TV Empire9:00 100% Creative Control  Why the Show Lasted 17 Years10:00 The Real Reason Most People Never Know Who They Are11:30 What Fatherhood Actually Teaches You About Letting Go13:30 The MS Diagnosis and the Fight That Followed15:00 How to Reduce Inflammation and Take Control of Chronic Illness16:00 The Only Way Out Is Through  His New Project25:30 The Teacher Who Tried to Define Him in Second Grade27:00 What Montel Williams Wishes for the World

What does it take to turn 325 acres of Indiana woods into a national spirits brand and an "adult Disneyland" that pulls visitors from across the country? In this episode of The Upgraded Man Podcast, Chris Anderson sits down with Jeff McCabe, co-founder of Hard Truth Distilling Co., for a wide-ranging conversation on craft, mindset, family, and the long game of building something that lasts. Jeff is a Naval Academy graduate and former Navy pilot who went on to run a major part of the business travel and corporate card division at American Express before stepping away to chase a different kind of dream in Brown County. Alongside his partners and his own family, he built Big Woods, Quaff On, and Hard Truth into an experience that visitors remember long after they leave. In this conversation, you'll hear: Why a whiskey tastes better at 93 proof than 90, and what that obsession with detail reveals about doing anything well The Charlie Munger philosophy on the wall of his boardroom, and the wild family connection to Munger that Jeff only learned recently What the Naval Academy taught him about failing, and why learning to fail removed his fear of it How he leads people who don't share his mindset by listening first and meaning what he says The realities of running a business with his son, daughter, and son-in-law all under one roof Where he was on the morning of 9/11, and how being out of New York let him help in a way no one else could The McCabe family history, from Irish Gallowglass roots to two uncles' bars and a now-legendary dance hall story The Byron Nelson lesson that stuck with him for life: never putt short Whether you're building a company, leading a team, or just trying to navigate whatever life throws your way, Jeff's blend of hard-won wisdom and Midwest grit offers something to take home. Hard Truth Distilling Co. is located in Nashville, Indiana, in the heart of Brown County, and its spirits are now distributed across 38 states. Plan a visit to walk the property, take a distillery tour, or build a custom experience of your own. The Upgraded Man Podcast is for men who refuse to stay complacent and want to keep growing across every area of life. New episodes drop regularly, so subscribe and share this one with someone who needs it. This episode may or may not be sponsored. Some product links are affiliate links, meaning we'll receive a small commission if you buy something.===========================⚡️ PODCAST: Subscribe and listen on all major platforms⚡️ Want to be a guest on The Upgraded Man? Apply here ➡ https://upgraded-man.com/guest⚡️ For support or business inquiries, email us ➡ chris@upgraded-man.com Our mission at The Upgraded Man is simple — help men upgrade every area of their life through real conversations, honest stories, and actionable insight from men who have done the work.The content on The Upgraded Man is for informational and entertainment purposes only. The views expressed by the host and guests are their own and do not constitute professional legal, financial, medical, or therapeutic advice. Always consult a qualified professional before making decisions based on information discussed on this podcast. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Commander Greg Roach has spent his life serving others. After being rejected from the Naval Academy, he enlisted in the Navy's elite Nuclear Power Program, earned his way into Annapolis, became a submarine officer aboard a fast-attack submarine, taught future naval officers, and later volunteered to serve in Afghanistan. As Executive Officer of a Provincial Reconstruction Team in Kunar Province, one of the most dangerous regions of Afghanistan, Greg led a diverse team of military personnel and civilians through a challenging mission during the height of the war. They completed their mission. They brought everyone home alive. But the hardest chapter of his story began after the deployment ended. In this powerful conversation, Greg opens up about leadership, service, brotherhood, resilience, and the devastating reality of losing fellow veterans to suicide after returning home. He shares lessons learned from submarine warfare, combat deployments, mentoring future leaders, and helping veterans find purpose beyond military service. This episode explores: • Overcoming rejection and adversity • Life inside the Navy's nuclear submarine force • Leadership lessons from Afghanistan • The emotional cost of command • Veteran suicide and post-service struggles • Brotherhood beyond the battlefield • Finding purpose after military service • Why asking for help is a sign of strength, not weakness Whether you're a veteran, first responder, leader, entrepreneur, or someone supporting a loved one who served, this conversation delivers powerful lessons about resilience, responsibility, and the importance of staying connected. If this episode impacts you, share it with someone who needs to hear it. Because sometimes the most important battles happen after coming home. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of THE MENTORS RADIO, Host Tom Loarie talks with Major General David Smith, USAF, deputy to the Chief of Air Force Reserve at the Pentagon. You’ll learn about a realm most people never get to see: the intersection of high-stakes national defense, cutting-edge technology and extreme physical endurance. General Smith is a combat-proven command pilot with over 4,000 flying hours—including 700 in combat across operations like Iraqi Freedom and Enduring Freedom. On his last appearance, as an F-16 Squadron Commander, he discussed what it takes to get your goals and dreams airborne. Since then, his leadership journey has scaled significantly. In this episode, we aren’t just talking about flying fighter jets. We are tracking a lifetime journey of constant re-invention—from the cockpit of an F-16, to operationalizing the advanced F-35 platform, to studying Artificial Intelligence at MIT and Harvard. We also dive deep into General Smith’s core thesis: why physical fitness is a non-negotiable leadership responsibility, and how that legacy of grit is carrying forward to the next generation of American leaders. General David Smith has flown in combat and conquered the Ironman World Championship, and shares insights about why physical grit, constant re-invention and data-driven innovation are the ultimate keys to sustaining your life’s goals. You will not only learn about leadership, but also about teamwork, humility, trust, and translating cockpit “wingman” reliance into selflessness and service in corporate culture. General Smith’s own 30+ year career spans commanding fighter squadrons, operationalizing the cutting-edge F-35, and studying Artificial Intelligence at MIT, Harvard and John Hopkins. He knows exactly what skills the next generation will need to navigate a rapidly evolving future. You’ll learn about the Ironman Mindset, breaking down the mental “wall” of an endurance race to conquer massive organizational barriers. And you’ll learn about the Future of Talent; Why tomorrow’s leaders must anchor themselves in STEM and AI while maintaining core human values. General Smith also talks about family legacy, and he and his wife Stacy raised two incredible, service-driven daughters: Sidney (Virgnia Military Institute graduate) and Ella (a standout collegiate athlete at the U.S. Naval Academy). Whether you are an aspiring young professional or a C-suite executive, this discussion is packed with actionable wisdom. LISTEN TO the radio broadcast live on iHeart Radio, or to “THE MENTORS RADIO” podcast any time, anywhere, on any podcast platform – subscribe here and don't miss an episode! SHOW NOTES: MAJOR GENERAL DAVID SMITH, USAF: BIO: https://www.af.mil/About-Us/Biographies/Display/Article/1723144/david-w-smith/ Major General David Smith, USAF and his daughter, Sydney, at USAF graduation

The Bengals announced five new nominees Wednesday for the team's Ring of Honor ballot, adding former stars Geno Atkins, Carlos Dunlap, A.J. Green, Leon Hall and Andrew Whitworth ahead of the 2026 voting process. The additions join returning nominees Jim Breech, James Brooks, Cris Collinsworth, David Fulcher, Max Montoya, Bob Trumpy and Reggie Williams on the 12-player ballot that will be voted on by season ticket members beginning June 1. During their latest podcast, Local 12 digital sports columnist and editor Richard Skinner and Mike Petraglia of CLNS Media discussed how the addition of several modern-era stars could split votes among newer candidates while longtime Bengals legends continue waiting for induction. Skinner said he believes Brooks and the late Trumpy remain deserving candidates, especially as the Bengals prepare to reduce future Ring of Honor classes from two annual inductees to one beginning in 2027. “James Brooks is honestly overdue,” Skinner said. The pair also discussed how several current Bengals players — including Joe Burrow, Ja'Marr Chase and Tee Higgins — could eventually become future Ring of Honor candidates if the team breaks through with a Super Bowl title. Petraglia and Skinner also touched on the Bengals' unusually drama-free offseason, praising the organization's businesslike approach after major roster additions on defense and contract extensions for key offensive stars. The conversation also highlighted rookie defensive lineman Landon Robinson, with Skinner praising the former Navy standout's discipline, maturity and work ethic after recently graduating from the Naval Academy.

Col Bill Wehrung - Horny sits with us to talk Naval Academy, Marine Aviation - including 235 combat missions in Vietnam, getting hit twice and an amazing career spanning 3 decades... starting before Safety Standards were a 'thing!'

Naval Academy athletic director Michael Kelly is the featured guest for our annual Live Taping from The Graduate Annapolis Hotel, presenting sponsor of the Anchors Aweigh podcast. We review the 2025-26 school year for Navy Athletics with Michael discussing the many successes during his first year as AD. We also talk to Caitlin Kane of the Navy Letterwinners Association and Rene Clemente, general manager of The Graduate Annapolis. 

In this episode we have a conversation with reporter Jasper Craven about his new book, God Forgives, Brothers Don't: The Long March of Military Education and the Making of American Manhood, which is a made-for-KYE feat of research that offers a fascinating way into perennial themes of this show: masculinity, U.S. empire, the relationship between violence and civilization, and the surprising camp of conservatism. Along the way we discuss Donald Trump, the mob, Peter Brian Hegseth, Graham Platner, and more. Sources: Jasper Craven, God Forgives, Brothers Don't: The Long March of Military Education and the Making of American Manhood (2026) — "Battle of the Sexes: Pete Hegseth's War on Women," The Baffler, Sept 2025 Dan Gilgoth, The Jesus Machine: How James Dobson, Focus on the Family, and Evangelical America Are Winning the Culture War (2007) Dr. James Dobson, Dare to Discipline: A Pyschologist Offers Urgent Advice to Parents and Teachers (1970) ...and don't forget to subscribe to Know Your Enemy on Patreon for access to all of our bonus episodes!

This week Seth Paridon and Jon Parshall open up Season 6 with friend, author and historian Pete Owen. Pete, a retired United States Marine, and Naval Academy graduate, brings us the story of VMF-221's Pacific War odyssey. 221 first saw combat at Midway in June 1942, then went on to Guadalcanal after a lengthy rebuild. After the Canal, and flying the F4U Corsair, the Falcons flew in the Solomons before finally ending up aboard USS Bunker Hill (CV-17) in 1945. Pete gives us the low-down on the squadron and some of their personalities and training that are in his new book. Check out our first episode of Season 6--plenty more to come! NOTE: “Although Pete Owen is a retired Marine Corps officer, an adjunct faculty with Marine Corps University, and a federal civil servant, his remarks are his own and do not reflect the position of the US Government.” #wwiihistory #ww2 #usnavy #usa #usarmy #medalofhonor #enterprise #aircraft #aircraftcarrier #cv6 #midway #wwii #wwiihistory #ww2 #worldwar2 #usnavy #usnavyseals #usmc #usmarines #saipan #usa #usarmy #aircraft #aircraftcarrier #battleship #battleships #ussenterprise #aircraftcarriers #museum #essex #halsey #taskforce38 #wwii #wwiihistory #ww2 #usnavy #usa #usarmy #medalofhonor #enterprise #aircraft #aircraftcarrier #cv6 #midway #wwii #wwiihistory #ww2 #worldwar2 #usnavy #usnavyseals #usmc #usmarines #saipan #usa #usarmy #aircraft #aircraftcarrier #battleship #battleships #ussenterprise #aircraftcarriers #museum #hollywood #movie #movies #books #mastersoftheair #8thairforce #mightyeighth #100thbombgroup #bloodyhundredth #b17 #boeing #airforce wwii #wwiihistory #ww2 #usnavy #usa #usarmy #medalofhonor #enterprise #aircraft #aircraftcarrier #cv6 #midway #wwii #wwiihistory #ww2 #worldwar2 #usnavy #usnavyseals #usmc #usmarines #saipan #usa #usarmy #aircraft #aircraftcarrier #battleship #battleships #ussenterprise #aircraftcarriers #museum #hollywood #movie #movies #books #oldbreed #1stMarineDivision #thepacific #Peleliu #army #marines #marinecorps #worldwar2 #worldwar #worldwarii #leytegulf #battleofleytegulf #rodserling #twilightzone #liberation #blacksheep #power #prisoner #prisonerofwar #typhoon #hurricane #weather #iwojima#bullhalsey #ace #p47 #p38 #fighter #fighterpilot #b29 #strategicstudying #tokyo #boeing #incendiary #usa #franklin #okinawa #yamato #kamikaze #Q&A #questions #questionsandanswers #history #jaws #atomicbomb #nuclear #nationalarchives #nara #johnford #hollywood #fdr #president #roosevelt #doolittle #doolittleraid #pearlharborattack #salvaged #medalofhonor #tarawa #malayalam #singapore #guadalcanal #china #burma #oil #marinecorps

Give us about fifteen minutes daily, and we will give you all the local news, sports, weather, and events you can handle.   SPONSORS: Many thanks to our sponsors… Annapolis Subaru, the SPCA of Anne Arundel County, MacMedics, Covington Alsina, and Hospice of the Chesapeake, Today... Annapolis reaches a tentative $15 million public housing settlement, a reader commentary points blame at prior City Hall decisions, the Naval Academy graduates the Class of 2026 in the rain, GreenGive returns to support local environmental groups, and Maryland Hall screens a documentary on the unforgettable Eva Cassidy. Catch the full rundown on today's DNB. Today is also Ticket Tuesday from Rams Head On Stage and a historical message from Historic Annapolis! Daily Newsletter Subscription Link: https://forms.aweber.com/form/87/493412887.htm The Eye On Annapolis Daily News Brief is produced every Monday through Friday at 6:00 am and available wherever you get your podcasts and also on our social media platforms--All Annapolis and Eye On Annapolis (FB) and @eyeonannapolis (TW) NOTE: For hearing-impaired subscribers, a full transcript is available on Eye On Annapolis.

This podcast episode serves as a poignant platform for veterans to share their narratives, emphasizing the significance of community and camaraderie among those who have served. We are privileged to welcome Brandon Jenkins, a distinguished United States Naval Officer with an extensive 24-year career, who shares his compelling journey from the Naval Academy to commanding a squadron. Jenkins articulates the profound impact of mentorship and coaching, both in his military career and in his subsequent transition to civilian life. Our discourse delves into the nuances of leadership, the importance of personal development, and the vital support systems available for veterans navigating their post-military experiences. Through this episode, we aspire to foster connection and empowerment within the veteran community, reinforcing the notion that no one fights their battles alone.Takeaways:Combat Vet Vision serves as a vital platform for veterans to share their experiences and connect with one another.The episode features Brandon Jenkins, a retired Naval Officer with extensive experience in military leadership and coaching.The importance of mentorship and coaching within the military community is emphasized throughout the conversation.Brandon discusses his journey to the Naval Academy and how it shaped his values and leadership philosophy over his 24 years of service.The podcast underscores the significance of personal development and self-awareness for veterans transitioning to civilian life.Listeners are encouraged to engage with resources like Tier One Coaching to enhance their personal and professional growth.LINKSChief - https://linktr.ee/aqseibertWarrior Built Foundation - https://warriorbuilt.org/PTSD Foundation of America - https://ptsdusa.org/Veterans Transition Resource Center. - https://vtrc.us/Recon Chief Inc. - https://reconchief.com/

Scott Van Pelt and Stanford Steve discuss the latest in the NBA Playoffs. Are the Thunder in trouble? Steve is leaning San Antonio but SVP isn't so sure. The Knicks have all but wrapped up their series vs. Cleveland, and Kenny Atkinson had some interesting comments the guys have thoughts on. Plus, reaction to Vegas taking a 3-0 lead over Colorado, Wyndham Clark winning the CJ Cup Byron Nelson and NASCAR's awesome job of honoring Kyle Busch and supporting his family. Finally, SVP's memorable shoe-shopping experience with his son, Lila's horse riding success and Steve's experience seeing nephew Jack graduate from the Naval Academy. | SVPod Approximate Time Codes: (0:00) Intro (0:45) Happy Memorial Day (3:03) The shoes are NOT rooned (4:28) Knicks up 3-0 on Cleveland (5:00) Thoughts on Kenny Atkinson's comments (9:16) What makes the Knicks great (16:00) DC has turned into a rainforest (17:16) Anything can happen in Dewey beach (19:30) Spurs dominate OKC in game 4 (25:16) On Wemby's excellence (30:00) Chet is struggling (31:40) Game 5 is a big one (34:46) Knights-Avs reaction (43:16) Stanley Cup Final Gm 1 in Montreal? (45:05) Redd got kicked out (46:22) Who wins: SAS or OKC? (48:28) SVP's experience getting shoes with his son (58:38) CJ Cup Byron Nelson recap (59:12) NASCAR did a great job supporting Kyle Busch's family (1:04:48) Nephew Jack's Naval Academy graduation recap (1:16:08) Lila's horse riding accomplishment (1:21:13) Emmys are coming up! (1:29:18) Swim season is here (1:32:18) Thanks for watching Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Welcome to Steelers Morning Rush, our new daily short-form podcast with Alan Saunders, giving a longer perspective on a single news topic surrounding the Pittsburgh Steelers or the National Football League. Today, it's graduation day for the midshipmen of the U.S. Naval Academy, including Steelers running back and Mt. Lebanon native Eli Heidenreich, who is graduating and being commissioned in the Marine Corps Reserve. Alex Tecza, who was Heidenreich's teammate at Mt. Lebanon and Navy and also had a tryout with the Steelers at rookie minicamp. Alan breaks it down: Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Alan Saunders and Zachary Smith discuss all things Pittsburgh Steelers. On today's episode, we discuss Alan's trip to the Naval Academy graduation and the experience. We then dive into what the defense will look like under Patrick Graham, the issues with mobile quarterbacks, what will be different from a secondary perspective and much more. How does Roman Wilson fit into a much more crowded wide receiver room? Let's go for another Steelers Afternoon Drive and discuss all this! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Give us about fifteen minutes daily, and we will give you all the local news, sports, weather, and events you can handle.   SPONSORS: Many thanks to our sponsors… Annapolis Subaru, the SPCA of Anne Arundel County, MacMedics, Covington Alsina, and Hospice of the Chesapeake, Today... Annapolis Police face questions over an unreported gun case involving a minor, the Naval Academy names General Dan Caine as this year's graduation speaker, City Hall wrestles over a scholarship fund, big Annapolis-area real estate is moving, Annapolis Subaru gives $60,000 to The Blue Ribbon Project, and Election 2026 coverage is underway. Catch the full rundown on today's DNB.  Today is also Ticket Tuesday from Rams Head On Stage and a historical message from Historic Annapolis! Daily Newsletter Subscription Link: https://forms.aweber.com/form/87/493412887.htm The Eye On Annapolis Daily News Brief is produced every Monday through Friday at 6:00 am and available wherever you get your podcasts and also on our social media platforms--All Annapolis and Eye On Annapolis (FB) and @eyeonannapolis (TW) NOTE: For hearing-impaired subscribers, a full transcript is available on Eye On Annapolis.

Give us about fifteen minutes daily, and we will give you all the local news, sports, weather, and events you can handle.   SPONSORS: Many thanks to our sponsors… Annapolis Subaru, the SPCA of Anne Arundel County, Covington Alsina, MacMedics, and  Hospice of the Chesapeake.  Today... A crash closes the public side of the Jessup post office, the Naval Academy's Class of 2029 conquers Herndon, World Market sets an Annapolis Plaza opening date, and Rehab 2 Perform is expanding into Baltimore City. Catch the full rundown on today's DNB. Link to daily news recap newsletter: https://forms.aweber.com/form/87/493412887.htm Trevor from  Annapolis Makerspace is here with your Maker Minutes, along with our in-home care segment from Interim Healthcare Annapolis! DAILY NEWSLETTER LINK: https://forms.aweber.com/form/87/493412887.htm The Eye On Annapolis Daily News Brief is produced every Monday through Friday at 6:00 am and available wherever you get your podcasts and also on our social media platforms--All Annapolis and Eye On Annapolis (FB) and @eyeonannapolis (X) NOTE: For hearing-impaired subscribers, a full transcript is available on Eye On Annapolis.

What separates agents who survive from agents who thrive?In this powerful episode of the Uncommon Real Estate Podcast, Chris Craddock sits down with Branden Beasley to unpack the mindset shift that transformed his career — and his life. From Division I wrestling and boxing at the Naval Academy to nearly losing everything during the toughest real estate market in years, Branden shares how learning to “take a punch” became the foundation for explosive growth in business.Just two years ago, Branden closed only two deals and was bartending at night to stay afloat. Today, he's leading one of the fastest-growing operations in Richmond, building community through Hive Agent, and helping other agents level up their businesses.This conversation dives deep into rejection, resilience, leadership, personal reinvention, and why your ability to recover after setbacks matters more than talent alone.If you've ever been discouraged by the market, betrayed by a client, or questioned whether you're cut out for this business — this episode is for you.In This Episode, We Cover: Why rejection hits so hard in real estate  Lessons from wrestling, boxing, and combat sports  How elite performers recover after setbacks  The emotional reality of entrepreneurship  Why environment matters more than motivation  The mindset required to rebuild after failure  Going from 2 deals to explosive growth  Building confidence through systems and consistencyHit up Branden:Connect with Branden Beasley Instagram: @RealEstateBeasley  Hive Agent: Hive Agent Instagram: @Hive_AgentConnect with Chris:Instagram: @craddrockFacebook: Chris Craddock

She helped advisors make the move for two decades. Then she had to make it herself. A headhunter called. Shannon said she would do a five minute call just to give a name. Several months later she was the new president of Ozark. This is not a story about being unhappy. Shannon loved Raymond James, still does and is still a shareholder. This is a story about a harder kind of decision: the one where everything is fine and something still pulls you toward more. The turning point came from advice she had already given her own daughter. Kaylee got into the Naval Academy while her friends headed to Florida State. Shannon told her: if you don't try this, you will be my age wondering what if. That same question came back when she was sitting with her own decision about Ozark. Now she is leading a firm that calls itself a four billion dollar startup. Ozark completed its Journey to One consolidation last summer, meaning it has only operated as a single unified firm for nine months. It is multicustodial, working with BNY, NFS, Schwab, and Investnet. And it is building a platform it describes as adaptable, designed to put new tools in front of advisors fast, including AI tools already in use across the firm. Frank and Shannon also get into what AI actually means for advisors. Not that it will replace them, but that advisors who use AI will pull ahead of those who do not. The advisor of the future will manage AI the way today's advisor manages a team of managers. And the thing that will matter most in that world is the one thing AI still cannot replicate: a real human being picking up the phone.   Questions answered in this episode include: How do you walk away from a firm you genuinely love after 22 years? What is the mental exercise that helped Shannon finally decide to join Ozark? Why did Ozark describe itself as a four billion dollar startup? What does multicustodial really mean for an advisor trying to grow their practice? How is AI changing the day to day work of a financial advisor? Will AI replace financial advisors? What does it look like for a firm to build a platform for the future rather than just the present?   Chapters: 1:00 - Introduction: Shannon Reid, President of Ozark 3:01 - The Conversation That Started Everything 6:44 - What If You Never Try 9:41 - Ozark: A $4 Billion Startup 11:03 - Journey to One and What Comes Next 14:29 - The Multicustodial Advantage 18:35 - AI and the Future of the Financial Advisor   Learn more about Elite and our resources: Elite Consulting Partners | Financial Advisor Transitions https://eliteconsultingpartners.com Elite Marketing Concepts | Marketing Services for Financial Advisors https://elitemarketingconcepts.com Elite Advisor Successions | Advisor Mergers and Acquisitions https://eliteadvisorsuccessions.com JEDI Database Solutions | Technology Solutions for Advisors https://jedidatabasesolutions.com Elite Wealth Management Insights Report https://eliteconsultingpartners.com/insight-report Listen to more Advisor Talk episodes https://eliteconsultingpartners.com/podcasts/

Coast Guard Bases Losing Power Due to Shutdown. Fed's Powell Refuses to Leave. Voting Rights Act Slammed by SCOTUS. Mills Suspends Senate Campaign in Maine. Navy FB Player Lives the Dream with Steelers.  The rain has cleared and we can see what the Iran war actually cost. In this solo episode, Paul Rieckhoff breaks down the brutal arithmetic: $25 billion spent. 13 American soldiers killed. Hundreds wounded. Oil at $125 a barrel and gas at $4.30 a gallon — up 27 cents in a week. The Strait of Hormuz still not secured. The Iranian regime still in power. The enriched uranium still unaccounted for. After yesterday's testimony from Secretary Hegseth and Chairman of the Joint Chiefs Caine, the spin is gone — and the Pentagon wants $1.5 trillion more. Paul lays out why working Americans are paying the price for a war their leaders can't honestly defend. Paul also takes apart Trump's state dinner for King Charles — 10 American billionaires, six Fox News hosts, zero Democrats — and calls out Trump, Hegseth, and Vance for siding with Putin while Zelensky and Macron call it like it is. There's hope in the mix too: a powerful breakdown of Heidenreich's path from the Naval Academy to a Marine Corps commission to the NFL draft, the kind of leadership that gives this country a future. Plus a look ahead at tomorrow's guest, comedian Eugene Mirman, after yesterday's conversation with Idaho Army veteran Todd Achilles. The show is now daily and just hit #15 on the charts. Independent is an attitude. Stay vigilant. -WATCH full video of this episode here. -Ditch your expensive carrier and support Independent Americans! Make the switch to Noble Mobile. -Join IVA and stand up to Trump's Forever Wars. -Learn more about Paul's work to elect a new generation of independent leaders with Independent Veterans of America. -Learn more about American Veterans for Ukraine here. -Get some of Maine's finest gear - check out Loyal Citizen. -Remember Independent is an Attitude. -Learn more about The Headstrong Project for Veterans, Tragedy Assistance Program for Survivors (TAPS), and Department of Veterans Affairs resources in your area. Seeking support is not a sign of weakness. It's a show of strength. If you or a loved one are in immediate crisis, dial 988 and press 1, or text 838255. Connect with Independent Americans: Subscribe on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and all podcast platforms Read more at Substack Support ad-free episodes at Patreon  Connect: Instagram  • X/Twitter • BlueSky • Facebook  Follow on social: @PaulRieckhoff on X, Instagram, Threads, and Bluesky -Join the movement. Hook into our exclusive Patreon community of Independent Americans. Get extra content, connect with guests, meet other Independent Americans, attend events, get merch discounts, and support this show that speaks truth to power.  -And get cool IA and Righteous hats, t-shirts and other merch now in time for the new year.  Independent Americans is powered by veteran-owned and led Righteous Media.  And now part of the BLEAV network!  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Carry the Legacy: Turning Loss into a Lifelong MissionThis week, Marcus and Melanie sit down with Ryan Manion, a remarkable leader, advocate, and Gold Star sister whose life mission is rooted in service, resilience, and legacy.Ryan's story begins with the life and sacrifice of her brother, Travis Manion, a U.S. Marine who gave his life on April 29, 2007, in Al Anbar Province, Iraq, while drawing enemy fire away from his wounded teammates. But as Ryan shares in this episode, her life has not been defined by that tragedy—it has been inspired by it.At the heart of Ryan's journey is one defining character strength: bravery. It's the courage to move forward, to persevere through unimaginable loss, and to live a life worthy of the sacrifices made by others. Travis's legacy continues to shape every decision she makes, fueling a mission that impacts thousands across the country.As the leader of the Travis Manion Foundation (TMF), Ryan carries forward a vision first started by her mother—serving veterans, families of the fallen, and inspired civilians. Through her leadership, TMF has become a powerful force for mentorship, character development, and community impact. Ryan brings a unique balance to this work—combining deep purpose with a sense of humor and humanity that allows her to see beyond grief and into transformation.Ryan also shares insights from her book, The Knock at the Door, co-written with fellow Gold Star women. Together, they recount the unbreakable bond formed through loss—and the strength found in choosing to move forward with purpose.This episode is a powerful reminder that we only get one shot at life—and it's up to us to make it count. Through service, resilience, and courage, Ryan Manion challenges us all to become the best versions of ourselves while lifting others along the way.In This Episode You Will Hear: • What I love about the Naval Academy is that it's so rich in tradition. (20:22)• Post 9-11 veterans did more in 1 or 2 years than I did in 30 years. (22:30)• I didn't feel nervous or scared about [my brother] being in Iraq. (24:48)• There was one night we were sitting at my house having a beer and he said “Hey, I just want you to know, if anything happens to me, I wanna be buried at Arlington.” (26:14)• In the last conversation I had with him, I said “You're over halfway done, you're coming home soon“ and he was like, “I don't think like that.” (29:14)• We had like 30 people in our house when they showed up. We got the knock at the door. (32:49)• One of my dad's best friends that morning, woke up, got the KIA report, and saw Travis' name on it. He said it was the hardest thing he ever had to do in his life - not pick up the phone and call my dad. (33:13)• The officer did what he had to do and he walked to his car, and about a half hour later, I looked out the window, and he was still parked outside and had his head on the steering wheel. (35:03)• Hearing those words that Travis had been killed, I just fell to the ground and started screaming “It's not fair!” (35:41)• And as I stepped inside, I remember thinking “Nothing's ever gonna be the same again.” (36:55)• To this day, nothing brings me more comfort than being around Travis' friend because I feel like there's a piece of him in the room. (42:53) • We are 18 years in, and we're now one of the largest veteran's service organizations in the country. (53:19)•  I's creating a community for veterans when they take off the uniform. (55:24)• You look at our veteran population and they have some intangible skill sets that civilians just don't have. (56:46)Support Ryan:  - ryanmanion.com   - travismanion.org  IG: rmanion Order her book ——> https://amzn.to/4u9jML0YouTube —> https://tr.ee/Z_U50I7eB_Support TNQ  - IG: team_neverquit , marcusluttrell , melanieluttrell , huntero13  -  https://www.patreon.com/teamneverquitSponsors:  - Navyfederal.org       - mengotomars.com [Team Never Quit]  - bubsnaturals.com [Promo code TNQ]  - davidprotein.com/TNQ  - mizzenandmain.com   [Promo code: TNQ20]   - masterclass.com/TNQ  - Dripdrop.com/TNQ  - ShopMando.com [Promo code: TNQ]  - Tractorsupply.com/hometownheroes  - meetfabiric.com/TNQ  - Prizepicks (TNQ)   - armslist.com/TNQ   -  PXGapparel.com/TNQ  - bruntworkwear.com/TNQ   - shipsticks.com/TNQ   - stopboxusa.com {TNQ}   - Tonal.com [TNQ]  - greenlight.com/TNQ  - drinkAG1.com/TNQ  - Hims.com/TNQ

Scott Galloway is a professor of marketing at New York University's Stern School of Business. We discuss masculine roles and obligations of past, present and future. We explore which are timeless and which are changing, and positive steps boys and men can take to create meaning and stability in their lives. We cover work, finances, health and relationships to build a grounded, purposeful life. We also discuss tech, social media, alcohol, cannabis and porn. Throughout, we emphasize specific daily practices for building mental, physical and economic resilience, compassion for others, and for navigating key life decisions in every realm. Thank you to our sponsors AG1: https://drinkag1.com/huberman David: https://davidprotein.com/huberman Wealthfront*: https://wealthfront.com/huberman Function: https://functionhealth.com/huberman LMNT: https://drinklmnt.com/huberman Timestamps (00:00:00) Scott Galloway (00:02:45) Mentoring Young Men (00:06:16) Positive Masculinity Defined (00:13:37) Sponsors: David & Wealthfront (00:16:33) Men & Goals, Role Models, Technology; Relationships (00:26:34) Elon Musk; Big Tech (00:31:53) Varying Role Models, Flaws; Criticism, Big Tech & Incendiary Content (00:43:33) Sponsor: AG1 (00:44:57) Fear, Dating & Rejection, Relationship Dynamics (00:53:39) Social Media Impacts on Kids; Regulation (01:06:03) Phone, Dopamine & Pseudo-OCD; Solutions (01:14:03) Sponsor: Function (01:15:14) Naval Academy & Lifestyle Protocols, Mandatory National Service (01:23:08) Alcohol Phones & Professional Considerations (01:33:43) Drinking Age; Cannabis, THC (01:37:16) Sponsor: LMNT (01:38:36) Cannabis; Porn, Addiction (01:46:14) Anger; Testosterone; Aspirational Masculinity, Toxic Femininity (01:56:25) Advocating for Young Men, Economic Opportunity, Gerontocracy (02:04:43) Generation Gaps, Retirement, "Vampire" Generation (02:10:30) Bet on Unremarkable, Universities & Vocations; Gerontocracy (02:18:48) Aging; Paying it Forward & Male Mentorship (02:25:33) Seeking Mentors, Young Men; Acknowledgments (02:33:13) Zero-Cost Support, YouTube, Spotify & Apple Follow, Reviews & Feedback, Sponsors, Protocols Book, Social Media, Neural Network Newsletter *This experience may not be representative of other Wealthfront clients, and there is no guarantee of future performance or success. Experiences will vary. Andrew Huberman receives cash compensation from Wealthfront Brokerage for paid testimonials in his podcast, creating a conflict of interest. The Cash Account, which is not a deposit account, is offered by Wealthfront Brokerage LLC, member FINRA/SIPC.  Wealthfront Brokerage is not a bank. The base APY is 3.30% on cash deposits as of January 30, 2026, is representative, subject to change, and requires no minimum. If eligible for the overall boosted rate of 4.05% offered in connection with this promo, your boosted rate is also subject to change if the base rate decreases during the 3 month promo period. Additional terms and conditions apply, which can be found on Wealthfront.com/Huberman.  Funds in the Cash Account are swept to program banks, where it earns the variable APY. Same-day withdrawal or instant payment transfers may be limited by destination institutions, daily transaction caps, and by participating entities such as Wells Fargo, the RTP® Network, and FedNow® Service. New Cash Account deposits are subject to a 2-4 day holding period before becoming available for transfer. Investment advisory services are provided by Wealthfront Advisers LLC, an SEC-registered investment adviser. Securities investments: not bank deposits, bank-guaranteed or FDIC-insured, and may lose value. Disclaimer & Disclosures Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Michael Lester is a decorated U.S. Marine Corps combat pilot, cybersecurity educator, and author who has spent his career operating at the intersection of military power, technology, and national security. A graduate of the United States Naval Academy and a member of MENSA, Lester also holds a master's degree in Electrical Engineering from the Naval Postgraduate School and an MBA, giving him a rare blend of technical expertise and strategic insight. During his military career, Lester flew combat missions across Asia and the Middle East, witnessing firsthand the realities of modern warfare and U.S. foreign policy. After his operational service, he returned to Annapolis to teach electrical engineering and leadership at the U.S. Naval Academy, helping shape the next generation of naval officers. Today, Lester continues his work in national security and technology as an adjunct professor teaching graduate-level cybersecurity at St. Mary's University and Wake Forest University. He is also the founder of IronClad Family, a company focused on protecting families and individuals from digital threats, identity theft, and modern information warfare. Over the past two decades, Lester has conducted an extensive independent investigation into U.S. foreign policy after noticing a stark contrast between what he witnessed overseas and what was presented to the public at home. That research culminated in his book *We Are the Bad Guys: How the U.S. Wages War, Controls Economies, and Calls It Freedom*, a controversial examination of American military intervention, economic influence, and global power structures. With the launch of Operation Epic Fury on February 28, global tensions and strategic maneuvering have once again taken center stage, making Lester's analysis of geopolitical strategy and modern warfare more relevant than ever. Follow the market here: https://polymarket.com/event/will-the-us-invade-iran-by-march-31 Join the waitlist: https://theglacierapp.com/waitlist Shawn Ryan Show Sponsors: Get firearm security redesigned and save 10% off at StopBoxUSA with code SRS at https://www.stopboxusa.com/SRS #stopboxpod Visit https://mauinuivenison.com/srs for a free 6-pack of the jerky sticks with your first order. Go right now to https://sundaysfordogs.com/SRS50 and get 50% off your first order. Get started with Claude today at https://Claude.ai/srs Michael Lester Links: LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/mtlester Books - https://michaeltlester.com IronClad Family - https://www.ironcladfamily.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

AJ is a former senior CIA operations officer and twice-selected Chief of Station who served across the full spectrum of clandestine operations, including warzones, denied areas, and austere overseas postings. A U.S. Naval Academy graduate with a B.S. in Physics and a former Marine combat arms officer, AJ spent his career leading high-risk missions in defense of U.S. national security. In 2021, while serving in Southeast Asia, AJ experienced what he describes as a directed energy attack associated with reported Anomalous Health Incidents (AHIs). He recounts an acute neurological event followed by lasting cognitive, physical, and autonomic symptoms. Subsequent medical evaluations documented biomarkers consistent with brain injury and confirmed dysautonomia, among other measurable abnormalities. Drawing on historical research into directed energy programs and Cold War-era microwave investigations, AJ has spoken publicly about the broader national security implications of emerging non-kinetic weapons. Following his medical retirement, he became an advocate for transparency, proper medical protocols, and full implementation of the Havana Act, engaging with congressional oversight bodies and senior national security officials to push for accountability and care for affected personnel. Follow the market - https://polymarket.com/event/us-confirms-havana-syndromecausing-device-by-march-31 Shawn Ryan Show Sponsors: Ready to upgrade your eyewear? Check them out at https://roka.com and use code SRS for 20% off sitewide. Find your forever cookware @hexclad and get 10% off at https://hexclad.com/srs ! #hexcladpartner If you're serious about selling to the Department of War, go to https://SBIRAdvisors.com and mention Shawn Ryan for your first month free. Live better longer with BUBS Naturals. Get 20% OFF on collagen, MCT creamers, and more with code SHAWN at bubsnaturals.com/srs Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices