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After 9/11, Tom worked construction while he trained for the Navy and the grueling Navy SEAL program. Tom graduated from BUD/s, Airborne School and SQT, receiving his SEAL Trident in 2008. Tom joined SEAL Team One as a Breacher in 2008 and served until 2016 with four deployments including Iraq and Afghanistan. While still an active-duty Navy SEAL Pre-BUD/s Instructor (Lead Petty Officer LPO) stationed at Great Lakes Naval Recruit Training Command (RTC Great Lakes) in North Chicago, Illinois, Tom enrolled at Northwestern University as a full-time student and walked onto the football team as a linebacker after not playing football for 15 years. Tom played in the Big Ten for Pat Fitzgerald and the NU Wildcats from 2014-2016 at 32, 33, and 34 years old. James studied Journalism at the University of Missouri. James wrote his first novel in 1999 and cut his writing teeth in Chicago while owning 10 nightclubs and sports bars over many years. James owned a restaurant early in his career sponsored by the Mario and Michael Andretti IndyCar racing team owned by actor Paul Newman and Carl Haas. Andretti's 1987 Indy car was in the main dining room. Also, James survived a restaurant partnership with martial arts action-star Steven Seagal during Seagal's glory days following the breakout hit movie, Above the Law. James described the business relationship with Seagal as interesting. “It was before Seagal went to the other side.” James Pomerantz novels before The Breacher's Playbook include Ghost Bandit, Undisclosed Sibling and The Spitting Image of My Father. James wrote a 2004 biography entitled They Call Me Sid Rock…Rodeo's Extreme Cowboy. (Triumph Books, Chicago) The book was a colorful expose of Sid Steiner, 2002 PRCA World Champion Steer Wrestler. The Steiner family is Texas rodeo royalty. Sid's father Bobby Steiner was a PRCA World Champion Bull Rider in 1973. James lost his wife, Mary, in 2019. They raised four kids in Winnetka, Illinois. James now resides in the Chicago area near his family. The Breachers Playbook: https://tactical16.com/product/the-breachers-playbook/ Today's Sponsors: Montana Knife Company: https://www.montanaknifecompany.com/ TrueWerk: Check out the full lineup and get 15 percent off your first order. https://www.truewerk.com/clearedhot  

With 28 years as a U.S. Navy SEAL Officer, Bill Wilson has seen it all—leading elite teams in combat, capturing war criminals, and shaping the future of Naval Special Warfare. From the battlefields of Iraq and Afghanistan to the cutting-edge world of software innovation, his leadership journey is nothing short of extraordinary.In this episode, Bill takes us behind the scenes of his time at SEAL Team ONE, JSOC, and Special Operations Command Africa, sharing insights on high-stakes decision-making, teamwork, and adapting to change. We'll also dive into his transition from military service to the tech industry, where he co-founded Alchemy and now works at Ridgeline Apps.Join us for a compelling conversation about leadership, resilience, and the mindset needed to excel in both special operations and business.Tune in now!

DON MANN

 Seal Team 6
 Star and Host of Surviving Mann, Surviving Mann All Stars and The Mission

“Get Stronger, Faster, Smarter, and Do Something Good For Others”
EVERY. SINGLE. DAY… 

I'm thrilled to share some incredible insights from our latest podcast episode featuring the legendary Don Mann, a retired Navy SEAL with a wealth of experience and wisdom. 
 This conversation was packed with powerful lessons and inspiring stories that I just had to share with you all. 

 Here's a sneak peek into Don-
Don is often a guest on TV, radio, podcast and blog sites discussing current events, military issues and has written over 20 books.

Don is the TV host of The Mission, Surviving Mann and Surviving Mann All Stars. His co-hosts include: MMA legend Randy Couture, Sherriff Lamb an American law enforcement officer and politician who has served as sheriff of Pinal County, Arizona, since 2017 and Kerri Kasem, an American nationally syndicated radio host His programs include intense Navy SEAL like physical training, long gun, pistol and shot gun shooting, land navigation, diving, swimming, ropes courses, survival training, protection training, explosives training and mission planning.

 Don has over 40 years (1,000 competitions) worth of competitive racing experience, and was once ranked 38th in the world as a triathlete.

 Whether you're looking to set higher goals, overcome personal challenges, or find ways to give back to your community, this episode is packed with inspiration and practical advice.

 Challenges of Adaptation: Don opened up about the tough transition from the structured, disciplined life of a Navy SEAL to the often less motivated civilian world. He emphasized the importance of setting high goals and pursuing them with perseverance. 

The Call to Serve:
Don's journey began with a strong sense of adventure and a family history of military service. His father's World War II stories inspired him to serve, ultimately leading him to the Navy SEALs .

Becoming a SEAL:
Rigorous Training: Don shared his experiences from the gruelling Basic Underwater Demolition/SEAL (BUD/S) training and his time with SEAL Team One. Despite the lack of frequent deployments, his focus remained on joining the elite SEAL Team Six. 

Lessons from Adventure Racing and Mountaineering: 
Don's adventure racing and mountaineering experiences taught him the balance between pushing limits and recognising when to pull back. “Team dynamics and collective wisdom play crucial roles in overcoming challenges. ”

The Power of Community and Connection:
Emotional Impact of Giving: The joy and fulfilment from helping others drives Don's endeavours. He finds immense satisfaction in seeing the transformative power of philanthropy.

 Don's highly accredited training courses, presentations and his television programs stem from his colorful and action-packed life as a member of SEAL Team One, TWO and SIX, as a former internationally renowned endurance athlete, as a leader in the world of extreme adventure-sports and as a New York Times Best-Selling Author.

Don has changed countless lives by sharing his unique “Reaching Beyond Boundaries ” philosophy and has been driven for decades in helping others achieve greater goals.

 Tune in to the "Straight Talk Mind and  Muscle Podcast" and join us on this journey of personal growth and community impact.


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And on Surviving Mann at https://survivingmann.com/ I am Damian Porter , Former NZ Special Forces Operator, Subject Matter Expert from www.hownottodieguy.com  and www.eatwellmovewell.net And you are listening to my STRAIGHT TALK MIND AND MUSCLE PODCAST sponsored by www.mystait.com  - the ultimate daily formula for optimum hormone health, stress management, energy and performance.   100% natural and clinically proven ingredients, it provides everything you need to raise your game, in a convenient gut-friendly capsule. 

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Brian's career, both in the military and as a civilian, reflects a legacy of strategic leadership and a commitment to innovation. As a 25+ year Navy SEAL and senior Special Operations Officer, Brian led hundreds of critical operations, organizations from 7 to 12,000 people, and US strategies across challenging environments, demonstrating unparalleled leadership, strategic fluency, and tactical acumen. His military service, highlighted by leadership in multiple combat deployments, showcases his ability to navigate complex situations with precision and integrity. Transitioning into the corporate world, Brian has continued to make significant impacts as the Chief Strategy Officer at an advanced technology company where his expertise in leading-edge computing and AI/ML has propelled the company into a new era of tech innovation. His journey from the rigorous demands of Special Operations to the dynamic challenges of the tech industry exemplifies a dedication to excellence and a continuous pursuit of impactful solutions to improve humankind.  We had an incredible conversation about his career and his integration back into civilian life as a leader, speaker, and consultant. He shared stories of his combat deployments and we talked about what it means to have grit, to build resiliency, and to develop an elite mindset. He also shared the moment when he became captivated by the potential of artificial intelligence on the battlefield. I learned so much from this conversation and walked away with tactical ways to apply it to my everyday life, so I hope you do too. Without further ado, please welcome Brian Cunningham.

Master Chief Mark Crampton was born on June 22, 1959 in Hamilton, Ohio to Phil and Marie Crampton. Mark served 27 years on active duty in the Naval Special Warfare community. He held multiple leadership positions from Leading Petty Officer, Platoon Chief and Command Master Chief of SEAL Team SEVEN, SEAL Team ONE and the Naval Special Warfare Center (BUD/S). He was a member of the Navy Leap Frogs Parachute Team and he also served as the Senior Enlisted Advisor to the Special Operations Directorate of Iraq. He completed 10 deployments to Southeast and Southwest Asia, one deployment to Afghanistan and two deployments to Iraq. He earned two Bronze Star Medals, one with Combat “V” Distinguishing Device, two Combat Action Ribbons, and multiple personal and campaign medals. After military retirement he served 10 years as the Education Program Specialist/Instructor at Naval Special Warfare Center until his retirement in 2019. Most recently Mark was a member of the Training Cadre at SEALFIT. Mark was an avid history and adventure reader and was an outdoorsman through and through. He truly loved deep sea fishing on his sport fishing boat, hunting with his boys and his friends, wine tasting with his daughter, and planning family and friend BBQs and celebrations. Mark enjoyed the mission of planning and executing every event. Focused and driven, he had his own Purpose Statement and the first sentence reads, “I will love, protect, provide and promote my family, our community and our country.”   To plant a beautiful memorial tree in memory of Mark, please visit our Tree Store.

JP Dinnell sits down with Retired Navy SEAL Officer and Echelon Front instructor Carlos Mendez.  More from JP Dinnell: https://www.jpdinnell.com/ Join the conversation on instagram Carlos Mendez: https://www.instagram.com/carlos_mendez_246 JP Dinnell: http://instagram.com/jpdinnell/ Lucas Pinckard: https://www.instagram.com/lucaspinckard Bruiser Arms: https://www.instagram.com/bruiserarms Echelon Front: https://echelonfront.com/ Little Cattle Co: http://littlecattle.co On The Path Printing: https://www.instagram.com/onthepathprinting JP Dinnell is a former U.S. Navy SEAL and now a Leadership Instructor, Speaker and Strategic Advisor with Echelon Front, where he serves as Director of Experiential Leadership Training Programs. J.P. is also a pro team athlete and spokesperson for Origin Maine and Jocko Fuel, an American clothing and supplement company. J.P. has a signature Energy Drink flavor “Sour Apple Sniper” with Jocko Fuel. Jeremiah spent nearly a decade in the SEAL Teams with three combat deployments. Sent to the violent terrorist stronghold of Ar Ramadi, Iraq in 2006 with SEAL Team Three's Task Unit Bruiser, J.P. served as point man, machine gunner, and lead sniper for Delta Platoon opposite the American Sniper, Chris Kyle, who was in Charlie Platoon. For his leadership and courage under fire, JP was awarded a Silver Star, 2 Bronze Stars with Valor and the Army Commendation Medal with Valor helping Task Unit Bruiser to become the most highly decorated special operations unit of the Iraq War. He worked closely with SEAL Officers Jocko Willink, his Task Unit Commander, and Leif Babin, and was the driving force on many of the daring combat operations Jocko and Leif wrote about in Extreme Ownership. Upon his return, J.P. again worked directly for Jocko as a training instructor at Naval Special Warfare Group One Training Detachment, where he orchestrated realistic and challenging training scenarios for Special Operations Urban Combat training and Close Quarters Combat training to better prepare SEAL units for the real-world battlefield. He also served as a Combatives Instructor, Marksmanship Instructor and earned his Master Trainer Specialist qualification while helping Jocko rebuild and enhance these training programs into the highly effective platforms they are today. J.P. brings exceptional experience and frontline leadership perspective from the winning mindset and culture of Task Unit Bruiser. 00:00:00 Intro 00:02:38 Carlos Mendez 00:04:00 Guatemala to USA 00:09:29 Defecting from Communism 00:13:42 Moving to Sacramento 00:15:25 Raising Rabbits 00:25:02 Rebellion 00:30:38 Getting Adopted 00:33:22 Enlisting 00:37:00 Navy SEALS 00:42:00 Working With the Marines 00:48:09 BUD/S Class 246 00:55:11 SEAL Team One 01:03:55 TRADET With Jocko 01:07:00 Seaman to Admiral  01:15:28 SEAL Officer Mendez 01:26:20 Getting Blown Up 01:35:31 Retiring From the SEAL Teams 01:42:26 Becoming An Investment Banker 01:47:30 Working for Echelon Front 01:57:31 Learning to be a Better Husband 02:03:24 Favorite Part of Working for EF 02:06:34 Book Recommendations 02:08:17 Bible Passage 02:09:34 What Are You Doing To Push Yourself 02:15:13 Making Family Your Purpose 02:17:44 Questions From Lucas 02:27:58 Closing Thoughts

Chris Caracci – Part 2 – From SEAL Team Six to Law Enforcement: A Journey of Tactical Mastery This week, the Team Never Quit Podcast brings you Part 2 of Marcus and Melanie's discussion with Chris Caracci, a distinguished figure with over two decades of combined military and law enforcement experience. Chris's journey from serving with SEAL Team One and Team Six to becoming a leading authority in practical and tactical techniques is both inspiring and enlightening. Chris's illustrious career began with a six-year commitment in the U.S. Navy, where he served with unparalleled distinction in SEAL Team One and Team Six, specializing in anti-terrorism operations. Transitioning from his military service, Chris spent nine years as a sworn tactical officer, operating in diverse environments across New York, New Jersey, and South Florida. His expertise in SWAT operations and narcotics enforcement earned him recognition as a top-tier operative and trainer, sought after by both local and federal agencies. Chris shares compelling accounts of Medal of Honor recipients going back to the Vietnam War. Today, Chris's dedication to personal protection and private training keeps him at the forefront of the field, where maintaining peak physical and mental conditioning is paramount. With a profound understanding of real-life conflicts, Chris brings a unique perspective to his classes, teaching from both the heart and the mind. Gain insights into Chris's firsthand experiences with real-life conflicts and the strategies needed to navigate them successfully. Don't miss this week's Part 2 episode as we delve into more details of Chris Caracci's military and law enforcement service - a true master of tactical expertise.  In this episode you will hear: • [Marcus] I remember being in hell week, around the world, rowing that boat. I looked over at the guys in my boat and I said, “Hey guys, we're in the books, we're in the movies right now. • The things that I read about in the books is what we were doing. {16:36) • If I can't see my target I'm not shooting. I don't shoot to make noise. (34:20) • [Marcus] Imagine if a football play lasted until you actually scored a touchdown – without stopping. It's kinda what it's like for us. (47:48) • Sometimes, you have to face the truth that what we do and how we do it. We CAN do it and not everybody can do it. (58:30) • SEAL Teams have never left anyone behind – ever. (74:43) • We had three Medal of Honors that went out in Vietnam. (84:54) • For a SEAL to be awarded and it's not about medal, we're talking about a validation for something they did. It's very hard for frogmen to get that because every day are those kinds of missions. (84:00) • Just training. SEAL Teams kill more people in peacetime than anyone has a clue about. (89:59) Sponsors:   - Navyfederal.org          - Shopify.com/TNQ   - Mackweldon.com [TNQ] mackweldon.com/utm_source=streaming&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=podcastlaunch&utm_content=TNQutm_term=TNQ   - ghostbed.com/TNQ [TNQ]   - Aura.com/TNQ   - Moink.com/TNQ   - PXG.com/TNQ   - Robinhood.com   - TAKELEAN.com [TNQ]   - usejoymode.com [TNQ]   - Shhtape.com [TNQ]   - Policygenius.com

Chris Caracci - From SEAL Team Six to Law Enforcement: A Journey of Tactical Mastery In this week's Team Never Quit episode, Markus and Melanie are honored to host Chris Caracci, a distinguished figure with over two decades of combined military and law enforcement experience. Chris's journey from serving with SEAL Team One and Team Six to becoming a leading authority in practical and tactical techniques is both inspiring and enlightening. Chris's illustrious career began with a six-year commitment in the U.S. Navy, where he served with unparalleled distinction in SEAL Team One and Team Six, specializing in anti-terrorism operations. Transitioning from his military service, Chris spent nine years as a sworn tactical officer, operating in diverse environments across New York, New Jersey, and South Florida. His expertise in SWAT operations and narcotics enforcement earned him recognition as a top-tier operative and trainer, sought after by both local and federal agencies. Chris shares compelling accounts of Medal of Honor recipients going back to the Vietnam War. Today, Chris's dedication to personal protection and private training keeps him at the forefront of the field, where maintaining peak physical and mental conditioning is paramount. With a profound understanding of real-life conflicts, Chris brings a unique perspective to his classes, teaching from both the heart and the mind. Gain insights into Chris's firsthand experiences with real-life conflicts and the strategies needed to navigate them successfully. Don't miss this compelling episode as we delve into the details of Chris Caracci's military and law enforcement service - a true master of tactical expertise. In this episode you will hear: • Marines are unique people. (7:53) • I was only really good at climbing, and I was always climbing buildings. (12:52) • I just happened to close a door and looked behind it, and what do I see? I see these twin 72 cubic inch scuba tanks. I grabbed ‘em and they were [made of] Styrofoam! (28:34) • If I ever come up with something like Dementia, I hope I'm brave enough to identify it and go for a long swim. (35:21) • In battle you learn one thing. [You need] water, and ammunition. (36:45) • When you hit the water, you only got a matter of minutes, and if that parachute gets saturated, it's an anchor. You're going down. End of story. (38:26) • If you never quit, you'll never know how to. (39:37) • [Marcus] The only reason I knew I could make it, it because I made it through hell week. (40:47) • The reason they don't give us – in my day – more psychological techniques, and even some physiological tricks – they wanna see who's gonna do it on their own. (45:48) • Free fall is difficult because there's no gravity. (49:39) • You still did one thing together – you get up in line and you examine each other's equipment to make sure the guys are squared away and nothing bad's gonna happen. (57:42) • One of the reasons I was really driven to be a frog man was because they weren't designed for any other purpose other than warfare. (60:59) • There were so many cold war frogmen that were ready. There was no war but we were ready. (70:40) • One of the first things I learned is that it wasn't about muscle, it wasn't about brawn – it was about the mind. (83:24) • You can't change the world. You have to learn how to navigate accordingly. (93:41) • Where is there a war I can get in? Where can I stand up for somebody and fight but for a reason, for a purpose. (96:01) • Life may be boring to me, but what makes life is being able to share it with someone special. (99:23) Sponsors:   - Navyfederal.org          - Aura.com/TNQ   - Moink.com/TNQ   - PXG.com/TNQ   - Mackweldon.com [TNQ]   - ghostbed.com/TNQ [TNQ]   - Robinhood.com   - TAKELEAN.com [TNQ]   - usejoymode.com [TNQ]   - Shopify.com/TNQ   - Shhtape.com [TNQ]   - Policygenius.com

Stephen Kaplan is a retired Navy SEAL and owner of Trident Adventures. He grew up in Connecticut and attended Elim Bible Institute to be a Pastor. Believing his “calling” was to be a SEAL, he enlisted in the Navy and attended BUDS class 244 and eventually graduated BUDS class 248. He served with SEAL Team ONE, Naval Special Warfare Unit ONE, and Training Detachment THREE. After 16 years of service, Stephen was medically retired due to some serious internal organ damage, along with various other injuries. For all the medical reasons he was retired for, Stephen uses those reasons as the central focus of all the activities he currently does in Trident Adventures! Trident Adventures is an adventure company that scuba dives, snorkels, shoots, hunts, skydives, and helicopter casts into the ocean! Trident Adventures is the only company in the world doing what they do.

On the Acta Non Verba show, host Marcus Aurelius Anderson talks to Errol Doebler, a Former Navy SEAL and FBI Special Agent, Executive Coach, and Leadership Expert. The conversation explores the importance of emotional awareness, responding to adversity, and ice cold leadership. Doebler discusses his use of cold exposure therapy as a tool for testing stress response and resetting the nervous system. The conversation underlines the recurrent theme that every adversity is unique and needs to be accepted irrespective of judgments, and also the danger of becoming complacent or mediocre. The duo also discusses the importance of having a defined identity and consciously working towards it.   Episode Highlights: 01:37 The Importance of Exposing Yourself to Challenges 02:04 Concept of Resistance in Leadership 13:43 Understanding the Importance of Emotional Awareness in Leadership 24:49 The Impact of Anger on Leadership 30:09 Life After Being a SEAL and FBI Agent 33:57 The Impact of Brain Injury on Emotional Regulation 34:33 The Role of Cold Exposure in Stress Management 38:37 The Importance of Emotional Awareness in Overcoming Adversity   Errol Doebler is a 1991 Graduate of the United States Naval Academy in Annapolis, MD and later served as Assistant Platoon Commander of SEAL Team Four and Platoon Commander of SEAL Team One.   In 2006 Errol joined the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) where he investigated International Terrorist Organizations out of the FBI's flagship office in New York City and also served as a member of the FBI's New York SWAT Team.   The lessons that Errol learned operating in these intense environments can apply to anyone in every day life. That's why Errol has made it his passion to share these lessons and experiences many people dream of with YOU today.    You can connect with Errol at www.icecoldleader.com   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.

In this episode Carlos Mendez, a former Navy medic, sniper, and point man who is now a leadership instructor at Echelon Front discusses his leadership journey, highlighting the challenges and skill sets involved in each role. Listen in as we delve into topics such as navigation skills, the importance of resilience and discipline, the balance between humility and confidence in leadership, and Carlos' transition from the military to a career in finance. Carlos is a former Navy SEAL who started his Naval career as a medic with the Marines where he completed two deployments. Upon his completion of BUD/s he was assigned to SEAL Team One where he served as the medic, primary sniper, and point man and completed deployments to Southeast Asia, Iraq, Central America, and Afghanistan. Carlos then served under Jocko as the lead instructor in charge of teaching Close Quarter Combat for the all the West Coast SEAL Teams. During his time there, Carlos was chosen for the prestigious Seaman to Admiral program through which the SEAL Teams cut the member away to complete their undergrad degree and come back as an officer. Former recipients of this award include Jocko Willink and Jonny Kim.   After completing his undergrad degree in finance at the University of San Diego, Carlos came back to complete two more deployments to Iraq and Afghanistan as the Assistant Officer in Charge and the Officer in Charge at both SEAL Team Three and Special Reconnaissance Team One. Carlos finished his Naval career as the Executive Officer for SEAL Training command. After separating from the service and before joining Echelon Front, Carlos completed his MBA from the Anderson School of Management at UCLA and worked as an investment banker.   You can learn more about Carlos and his work at: https://echelonfront.com   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.

Ronald Dion DeSantis (/dəˈsæntɪs/ or /diːsæntɪs/;[3] born September 14, 1978) is an American politician serving as the 46th governor of Florida since 2019. A member of the Republican Party, DeSantis represented Florida's 6th congressional district in the U.S. House of Representatives from 2013 to 2018. Born in Jacksonville, DeSantis spent most of his childhood in Dunedin, Florida. He graduated from Yale University and Harvard Law School. DeSantis joined the United States Navy in 2004 and was promoted to lieutenant before serving as a legal advisor to SEAL Team One. He was stationed at Joint Task Force Guantanamo in 2006, and was deployed to Iraq in 2007. When he returned to the U.S. about eight months later, the U.S. Department of Justice appointed DeSantis to serve as a Special Assistant U.S. attorney at the U.S. Attorney's Office in the Middle District of Florida, a position he held until his honorable discharge from active military duty in 2010.

Talking points: Navy SEALS, grit, BUD/S, hardship, mindset, rehabilitation, paralympics We had some network issues near the end, so Dan is coming back for round 2 soon! I'm grateful for every single interview I get to do, but it's less often that I'm so deeply humbled. Listening to Dan's story, and his thoughtful and considerate approach to such intense trauma, is something that will stick with me for a long, long time. Listen to this episode for a gripping and honest look into the life of an incredible athlete. [00:03:03] - Dan's defining moment [00:06:09] - What was BUD/S like for Dan? What were some the greatest lessons? [00:19:20] - What goes into being a SEAL? [00:27:41] - What was your first deployment like? [00:33:11] - How Dan lost his legs [00:42:00] - The aftermath and the injuries [01:02:51] - Where did the desire to become a paralympic athelete come from? Lieutenant Commander Dan Cnossen was serving as the platoon commander for SEAL Team One in Afghanistan in September 2009 when he stepped on an IED (improvised explosive device) and was wounded in the explosion. The accident caused Cnossen to lose both his legs just above the knee. After over forty surgeries, Cnossen went through rehabilitation at the Bethesda National Naval Medical Center and later at the Walter Reed National Military Medical Center, where he learned to walk with his new prosthetics. Dan was awarded both a Purple Heart and a Bronze Star with Valor from the Secretary of the Navy for his service in combat. Grew up on a fifth-generation family farm in Kansas, and his hobbies include running, reading, traveling, and surfing. Pick up my brand-new book, Men's Work: A Practical Guide To Face Your Darkness, End Self-Sabotage, And Find Freedom: https://mantalks.com/mens-work-book/ Check out some free resources: How To Quit Porn | Anger Meditation | How To Lead In Your Relationship Build brotherhood with a powerful group of like-minded men from around the world. Check out The Alliance and join me today.  Enjoy the podcast? If so, please leave a review on Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, or Podchaser. It helps us get into the ears of new listeners, expand the ManTalks Community, and help others find the tools and training they're looking for. And don't forget to subscribe on Apple Podcasts | Google Podcasts  | Spotify For more episodes, visit us at ManTalks.com | Facebook | Instagram | TwitterSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tonight on The Rocci Stucci Show we have Craig "Sawman" Sawyer. We'll be covering the southern border, as well as 5th and 6th-generation warfare. 7 pm CST at RocciStucciShow.com https://V4CR.org Sawman: Craig got his tactical start in the U.S. Marine Corps. He quickly transitioned to the U.S. Navy to pursue high-level Special Operations as a U.S. Navy SEAL. He served in SEAL Team One, then went on to the Naval Special Warfare Development Group (DEVGRU), then in the Federal Air Marshal Service as an Agent and Supervisor. After 5 years in Federal Law Enforcement, Craig served in High-Threat Mobile Security contracting, Film & Television Tech Advising, and Personal Security Training for the public.As a DEVGRU Operator, Craig gained critical combat experience in Desert Shield and Desert Storm resulting in decoration for “Heroic Service.”Those operations included:The capturing of the very first prisoners of the warCSAR (Combat Search And Rescue) OperationsSniper OperationsReconnaissance OperationsCounter-Mine OperationsFAV (Fast Attack Vehicle) Operations Throughout his career, Craig gained recognition for his mastery of multiple military and combat disciplines, such as weapons training and shooting, counter-terrorism, surveillance and counter-surveillance, climbing, criminal investigation, parachuting, and hand-to-hand combat.Website: https://emotionalmeatball.comWebsite: https://roccistuccishow.comWe are grateful for any contributions! https://fundingfreespeech.com/rocci7:00 PM CST - TRSS

https://markdivine.com/ About Mark Divine Mark is from upstate New York and did his formal undergraduate education at Colgate University. His years at Colgate University were focused on athletic endeavors such as competitive swimming, rowing and triathlon racing, interrupted by brief episodes of academic activity. After graduation from “the Gate” Mark started his professional career as a CPA with Coopers & Lybrand in New York City. Clients included luminous and no-longer existent financial firms such as Solomon Brothers and Paine Webber. Four painful years later, with an MBA from NYU Stern School of Business in his briefcase, he left behind the suit to pursue his inner vision to become a Navy SEAL officer. He was 26 when he graduated as honor-man (#1 ranked trainee) of his SEAL BUD/s class 171. Mark was fortunate to serve with many great men and women on active duty for nine year and in the reserves for eleven…retiring at the rank of Commander in 2011. After leaving active duty in 1997, Mark started his second business career as an entrepreneur. He co-founded the successful Coronado Brewing Company and launched NavySEALs.com in the year he left the active duty Navy. NavySEALs.com is the leading web site for gear and information about the SEALs. US Tactical was next, gaining contracts with Naval Special Warfare Group ONE for training support, and the Navy Recruiting Command for a nationwide mentoring program for SEAL, SWCC, EOD and Diver candidates. Mark's business career was interrupted by a stint as an Adjunct Professor of Leadership at the University of San Diego, where he was pursuing his Doctorate in Leadership, then by a one year recall to active duty in 2004. The recall took him to Baghdad with SEAL Team One to conduct a special project for Naval Special Warfare Command surrounding the role of the USMC in Special Operations. In 2007 he launched his CrossFit affiliate and the now internationally known SEALFIT program to provide transformational personal and team training experiences. The training utilizes an integrated warrior development model he developed, called Unbeatable Mind, which draws from his 20 years as a SEAL and business leader, 25 years as a martial artist and 15 years as yoga practitioner. SEALFIT and Unbeatable Mind are uniquely effective at elevating clients to a higher level of operating, thinking and leading – encompassing the full spectrum of human experience – Body, Mind and Spirit in Self, Team and Organization.

In this interview, Fleet Master Chief David Isom discusses the Navy SEAL selection process, the endurance required to survive “Hell Week,” the daily dangers of being a member of a SEAL team and how the stress of that danger is managed, and how the US military approaches resilience at an organizational level. He even talks about his role in the planning and rescue of Private Jessica Lynch when she was a prisoner of war in Iraq. Fleet Master Chief David Isom assumed his current duties as Command Senior Enlisted Leader for U.S. Indo-Pacific Command in June of 2022. He previously served as the Command Senior Enlisted Leader, Special Operations Command Pacific; Command Senior Enlisted Leader, Special Operations Command North; Command Master Chief, Naval Special Warfare Group TEN; and Command Master Chief, Special Reconnaissance Team TWO. His other assignments include Naval Special Warfare Development Group, Joint Special Operations Command, Tactical Development and Evaluation Squadron ONE, and SEAL Team ONE. Master Chief Isom's assignments have included a full range of duties in Sea, Air, Land (SEAL) Teams at Theater Special Operations Commands, and across the joint environment. His combat and operational deployments include Operation Desert Shield, Operation Desert Storm, Operation Enduring Freedom, Operation Iraqi Freedom, as well as deployments throughout the Pacific and the Horn of Africa.

Join us on the Waste No Day Podcast as we dive into the world of leadership with Carlos Mendez, a consultant at Echelon Front. Carlos teaches the Four Laws of Combat and emphasizes the importance of building relationships and detaching from emotions in leadership. Learn about being "default aggressive" and how to manage emotions in difficult situations. In addition, Carlos shares personal tips and reflects on his experiences in the Navy and SEAL teams. Take advantage of this episode filled with valuable insights for leaders in any field.   Here's a breakdown of what to expect in this episode: The Four Laws of Combat and Echelon Front's approach to leadership Overcoming fear and the concept of being "default aggressive" Importance of personal protective equipment, relationship building, and risk reduction Lessons learned from Hell Week and their applicability to leadership in challenging situations Tips for managing emotions and avoiding emotional outbursts and reflecting on personal experiences And so much more!   About Carlos Mendez:   Carlos is a former Navy SEAL who started his Naval career as a medic with the Marines, where he completed two deployments. Upon completing BUD/s, he was assigned to SEAL Team One. He served as the medic, primary sniper, and point man and completed deployments to Southeast Asia, Iraq, Central America, and Afghanistan.   Carlos then served under Jocko as the lead instructor in teaching Close Quarter Combat for all the West Coast SEAL Teams. During his time there, Carlos was chosen for the prestigious Seaman to Admiral Program through which the SEAL Teams cut the member away to complete their undergrad degree and return as an officer. Former recipients of this award include Jocko Willink and Jonny Kim.   Connect with Carlos Mendez on… Website: https://echelonfront.com/carlos-mendez/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/carlos-mendez-e/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/carlos_mendez_246/?hl=en   Connect with Waste No Day! Website: https://www.wastenoday.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100064230695791 Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/waste-no-day-a-plumbing-hvac-and/id1543265737 Tiktok: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmdBUSQcb_UtbqcYYaI6tcg Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/4rlvUXGWcRVpsTiVl6BR2m?si=oqkEIIf5Qdyh4CcAuSXATQ  

Join us on the Waste No Day Podcast as we dive into the world of leadership with Carlos Mendez, a consultant at Echelon Front. Carlos teaches the Four Laws of Combat and emphasizes the importance of building relationships and detaching from emotions in leadership. Learn about being "default aggressive" and how to manage emotions in difficult situations. In addition, Carlos shares personal tips and reflects on his experiences in the Navy and SEAL teams. Take advantage of this episode filled with valuable insights for leaders in any field.   Here's a breakdown of what to expect in this episode: The Four Laws of Combat and Echelon Front's approach to leadership Overcoming fear and the concept of being "default aggressive" Importance of personal protective equipment, relationship building, and risk reduction Lessons learned from Hell Week and their applicability to leadership in challenging situations Tips for managing emotions and avoiding emotional outbursts and reflecting on personal experiences And so much more!   About Carlos Mendez:   Carlos is a former Navy SEAL who started his Naval career as a medic with the Marines, where he completed two deployments. Upon completing BUD/s, he was assigned to SEAL Team One. He served as the medic, primary sniper, and point man and completed deployments to Southeast Asia, Iraq, Central America, and Afghanistan.   Carlos then served under Jocko as the lead instructor in teaching Close Quarter Combat for all the West Coast SEAL Teams. During his time there, Carlos was chosen for the prestigious Seaman to Admiral Program through which the SEAL Teams cut the member away to complete their undergrad degree and return as an officer. Former recipients of this award include Jocko Willink and Jonny Kim.   Connect with Carlos Mendez on… Website: https://echelonfront.com/carlos-mendez/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/carlos-mendez-e/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/carlos_mendez_246/?hl=en   Connect with Waste No Day! Website: https://www.wastenoday.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100064230695791 Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/waste-no-day-a-plumbing-hvac-and/id1543265737 Tiktok: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmdBUSQcb_UtbqcYYaI6tcg Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/4rlvUXGWcRVpsTiVl6BR2m?si=oqkEIIf5Qdyh4CcAuSXATQ  

Commander Jack Riggins – USN (Seal) Retired Commander Jack Riggins is a leadership and cultural dynamics expert, professional speaker, and consultant to high-performance business leaders across the United States. Commander Jack Riggins is a veteran with 20 years leading Navy SEALs and Special Operations Forces worldwide. Jack is the co-founder of Performance Mountain a consultant firm and host of The Darkside of Elite podcast. Jack participated in several conflicts and contingency operations throughout the globe in his 20-year Naval career. Assigned to SEAL Team ONE during September 11, 2001, terrorist attacks Jack participated in contingency operations as part of the United States initial response from October to December 2001. Later, assigned to SEAL Team THREE as a Troop Commander, Jack was the Commander of Naval Special Warfare Task Unit-Ramadi, Iraq in charge of counterterrorism and counterinsurgency operations in Al-Anbar Province. Jack graduated from Basic Underwater Demolition/SEAL School (BUD/S) in Class 222. Jack is also a graduate of the Army Command and General Staff College and holds a Master's Degree in Global/International Affairs and Interagency Collaboration from Kansas University. Twitter - @Riggins_Jack

Dan Cerrillo is the former Chief Administrative Officer for American Addiction Centers (AAC), where he led ~15 teams that improve the lives of veterans struggling with addiction and PTSD. Prior to his promotion to CAO in 2022, Dan served AAC as the Chief of Staff and Chief Security Officer. In those roles, Dan was instrumental in helping AAC obtain Tricare and Veterans Administration approval, which has enabled the organization to treat 4000+ veterans and support them in returning to normal, productive lives. Dan was an original member of BUD/S Class 194 and served with SEAL Team One as an operator and instructor after graduation. He was later accepted to the Naval Special Warfare Center/ Special Operations instructor staff and received his accreditation as a Master Training Specialist for Advanced Applied Explosives, Diving Supervisor, Diving Maintenance and Range Operations Safety. A decorated Navy SEAL, Dan has been awarded the Bronze Star, Navy Commendation and Navy Achievement Medals – all with combat distinguishing devices – as well as the Purple Heart Medal. Just before Dan was slated to transition into a civilian career in finance, after graduating with a BBA in Finance, he watched the events of 9/11 unfold. Instead of leaving the military, he chose to continue serving his country for the next six years, during which time he deployed with Naval Special Warfare Group One, SEAL Team Seven, and SEAL Team One to both Iraq and Afghanistan. Following a combat injury, Dan medically retired from the SEALs, though he continues to serve in board, advisory, and ambassador capacities for the Navy SEAL Foundation and the Navy SEAL Fund. In 2020, Dan played an instrumental role in creating the Military Wellness Initiative and Navy SEAL Support Alliance, a $30M joint endeavor of multiple strategic partners. Dan has held multiple executive protection specialist and team leader roles at Vulcan, Inc. and Bayshore Global Management which later inspired him to launch Spartan 7, Inc., a company that provides security, adventures, and executive coaching to high-net-worth individuals, families, and corporations across the US. Dan is currently the CEO of Spartan 7, Inc., and in just three years, he has taken the business from a $2500 startup to a valuable brand worth over $50M. Other work experience includes launching three CrossFit Gyms in the greater Seattle area, which were later sold for a substantial profit, and serving as the Chief of Staff and Director of recruiting for Bayshore Global Management's Global Support Division (GSD.ngo), where he created world's first privately funded disaster aid and humanitarian response team – built of staff from Harvard Humanitarian, Stanford Medicine, and former Special Operations Operators – that was deployed to 10+ natural disaster sites and 100+ humanitarian aid sites. Dan also co-founded the Memorial Day “Murph” Challenge, which has raised over $50M in donations for the Michael Murphy Family Foundation through over 1M participants to date. In addition to his BBA, Dan is finishing a Master of Science (MS) degree in Strategic Leadership from the University of Charleston. He is also a Nationally Registered Wilderness Emergency Medical Technician (Level B), a credential which he obtained from the University of Utah. Dan and his wife Leilani have been married for over 20 years. They reside outside of Nashville and enjoy traveling to visit their three grown children at every opportunity. In his free time, Dan has coached multiple high school, college, and junior football teams to winning conference, state, and national championship titles. Dan is currently the Head Coach of the Sub Varsity Team, and Varsity Assistant Linebacker Coach of the Nationally Ranked (15) and defending Tennessee State Football Champions Lipscomb Academy.

Governor Ron DeSantis - Best of 2022 - Rebroadcast of my interview with Governor DeSantis from May 27, 2022.  Governor Ron DeSantis is a First Class Father and 46th Governor of Florida.  Prior to becoming Governor, he served as a member of the U.S. House of Representatives for Florida's 6th district from 2013 to 2018.  He graduated from Yale University and Harvard Law School.  Governor DeSantis joined the United States Navy in 2004, where he was promoted to lieutenant before serving as an advisor to SEAL Team One and being deployed to Iraq in 2007.  He was awarded the Bronze Star Medal and other awards for his service.  Governor DeSantis is the most Pro-Father and Pro-Family person in politics and recently signed groundbreaking legislation to support involved Fatherhood in Florida.  In this Episode, Governor DeSantis shares his Fatherhood journey which includes three children.  He discusses the family scare of his wife Casey's breast cancer diagnosis, treatment and how he managed it as a husband, father and Governor.  He describes the importance of having a father in the home, the Fatherless Crisis and the recent legislation he signed to attack the crisis.  He talks about the scary time for parents right now and how they can fight back against school systems targeting our children with sexual ideologies that have no place in the classroom.  I ask him if he could be President for just one day which issue he would address.  He offers some great advice for new or about to be Dads and more! My Pillow - https://mystore.com/fatherhood Promo Code: Fatherhood  FamilyMade - https://familymade.com Rumble - https://rumble.com/user/FirstClassFatherhood First Class Fatherhood: Advice and Wisdom from High-Profile Dads - https://bit.ly/36XpXNp Watch First Class Fatherhood on YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCCD6cjYptutjJWYlM0Kk6cQ?sub_confirmation=1 More Ways To Listen - https://linktr.ee/alec_lace Follow me on instagram - https://instagram.com/alec_lace?igshid=ebfecg0yvbap For information about becoming a Sponsor of First Class Fatherhood please hit me with an email: FirstClassFatherhood@gmail.com

We start off this show discussing the current tyranical lockdowns happening in China. Back on the show as a special guest is Navy SEAL Chief Chris Beck, often referred to as Kristin, who has now detransitioned after coming out as the first transgender Navy SEAL in the 2014 CNN produced documentary Lady Valor. We hear where Beck is at now and why the Chief is speaking out against underage gender transition while remaning and ally of the transgender community at large. Beck is a Navy SEAL who retired from service as a Chief Petty Officer. Beck is a Purple Heart recipient with many military accolades, who served in DEVRGU, better known to many as SEAL Team 6, as well as SEAL Team One. Beck has been seen on The Joe Rogan Experience and most recently The Robby Starbuck Show. Their last appearance with Battleline was on Episode 153 if you want to listen back. You can follow Beck @valor4us on Twitter/Instagram. Discover how Shuteye Chai can revolutionize your sleep and get 15% off at http://helloned.com/BATTLELINE PAMAX Tactical Inc. is a law enforcement owned and operated company and an industry leader in the field of alternative breaching tools like their LION Device. The LION is a safer, reloadable, non-regulated alternative to the use of flashbangs, a impact actuated handheld device that boasts 180 decibel output. It is available in civilian and law enforcement configurations. Go to http://pmtactical.com now, and for 15% off use the promo code: Tanto For 15% off all Fort Scott Munitions products go to http://fsm.com & use promo code: Battleline 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. We are currently running a contest with great prizes from Fort Scott Munitions and more for those that subscribe to our Youtube channel. All you need to do is hit subscribe to be automatically entered: https://www.youtube.com/c/BattlelinePodcast

For some effective leadership is a characteristic that many aspire to have or achieve. But while leadership can be a characteristic, it's also a science, a process, and an art. Today my guest shares how we can become an effective leader in all facets of our life by learning the art, the science and the process of leadership. Errol Doebler is a 1991 Graduate of the United States Naval Academy in Annapolis, MD. During his time as a Naval Officer, Errol served as Assistant Operations Officer onboard the USS Monongahela, Assistant Platoon Commander at SEAL Team FOUR, and a Platoon Commander at Seal Team ONE. After spending time in the private sector as a sales leader, Errol joined the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) where he investigated International Terrorist Organizations out of the FBI's flagship office in New York City and also served as a member of the FBI's New York SWAT Team. Because of his background and experience, Errol was attached to the United States Army's 75th Ranger Regiment while serving as a Special Agent for the FBI. While deployed to Afghanistan in 2010 with the 75th Ranger Regiment, Errol participated in extensive combat operations and was subsequently presented with the FBI's second highest award for valor, the Shield of Bravery, for his actions on the battlefield. Errol left the FBI after 13 years of service to begin his leadership consulting firm, Leader 193, in 2016. Errol has worked with executives and teams from Fortune 100 companies, professional sports organizations, small technical startups, and individual executives across a vast array of industries around the world as the Founder of Leader 193. Show Notes:www.thedadedge.com/friday74

Subscribe and stay in the know https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC0EbWNSt68OSqyRlBU6Laag?sub_confirmation=1 Are we really just two-weeks away from total societal collapse if our comfy little American bubble bursts? Bill Wilson, former Navy SEAL Captain, has been there and seen exactly that happen on four different occasions, in four different countries. It can happen here. Will you be ready to protect what you love? Former Navy SEAL Captain Bill Wilson is the Maverick of the SEALs. The best of the best, teaching the rest. His resume reads like a Jack Carr novel. 28 years with Navy Special Warfare - Platoon Commander at SEAL Teams One and Three, BUD/S 3rd Phase Officer, Element and Team Leader at Naval Special Warfare Development Group, multiple tours as an Operations Officer in Joint and Combined Task Forces, and Commanding Officer at SEAL Team One, Naval Special Warfare Center and Special Operations Task Groups in the Middle East. Now he's CEO of PrairieFire, the definitive authority for firearms instruction, experience and competition. #survival #guns #prepping #specialops #navyseals #sealteam #navy #maverick #firearms #prepper LISTEN IN ON THE WOLF PACK PODCAST WITH YOUR FAVORITE PODCAST PLATFORM: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/087aRMAjLhR810bEQ1Rgfl Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ns-wolf-pack/id1623061121 Amazon: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/91e49212-b338-41e9-a105-b67f8f7a7b97/ns-wolf-pack Audible: https://www.audible.com/pd/NS-Wolf-Pack-Podcast/B09ZSXWFT4 Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/show/ns-wolf-packPocketcasts: https://pca.st/nm8m8m2m

Ronald Dion DeSantis (/diˈsæntɪs/; born September 14, 1978) is an American attorney and politician who has served as the 46th governor of Florida since 2019. Before assuming the governorship, DeSantis represented Florida's 6th district in the U.S. House of Representatives from 2013 to 2018.Born in Jacksonville, DeSantis spent most of his childhood in Dunedin, Florida. He graduated from Yale University and Harvard Law School. DeSantis joined the United States Navy in 2004, where he was promoted to lieutenant before serving as an advisor to SEAL Team One and being deployed to Iraq in 2007. When he returned to the U.S. a year later, the U.S. Department of Justice appointed DeSantis to serve as a Special Assistant U.S. attorney at the U.S. Attorney's Office in the Middle District of Florida, a position he held until his honorable discharge in 2010.DeSantis was first elected to Congress in 2012, defeating his Democratic opponent Heather Beaven. During his tenure, he became a founding member of the Freedom Caucus and was an ally of President Donald Trump. DeSantis frequently criticized Special Counsel Robert Mueller's investigation into Russian interference in the 2016 U.S. presidential election. He briefly ran for U.S. Senate in 2016, but withdrew when incumbent senator Marco Rubio sought reelection.During his 2018 gubernatorial campaign, DeSantis emphasized his support of Trump. He won the Republican nomination in August, and chose state representative Jeanette Nuñez as his running mate. The close results of the general election between DeSantis and the Democratic nominee, Tallahassee mayor Andrew Gillum, triggered a machine recount. DeSantis was certified the winner with a 0.4% margin of victory.During the COVID-19 pandemic in Florida, DeSantis resisted imposing restrictions such as face mask mandates, stay-at-home orders, and vaccination requirements. In May 2021, he signed into law a bill that prohibited businesses, schools, cruise ships, and government entities from requiring proof of vaccination. In March 2022, DeSantis signed into law the Parental Rights in Education Act, which prohibits instruction on sexual orientation or gender identity in public school classrooms from kindergarten to grade 3. Critics nicknamed it the "Don't Say Gay" bill or law.

In this episode Greg sits down CW4 Michael Rutledge (Retired) who spent 12 years in the Navy, 8 years at Seal Team One then transferred to the Army, went to flight school and served in the Elite 160th Special Operations Aviation Regiment (Airborne) as a helicopter pilot. Don't miss this !

Episode 604 Governor Ron DeSantis is a First Class Father and 46th Governor of Florida. Prior to becoming Governor, he served as a member of the U.S. House of Representatives for Florida's 6th district from 2013 to 2018. He graduated from Yale University and Harvard Law School. Governor DeSantis joined the United States Navy in 2004, where he was promoted to lieutenant before serving as an advisor to SEAL Team One and being deployed to Iraq in 2007. He was awarded the Bronze Star Medal and other awards for his service. Governor DeSantis is the most Pro-Father and Pro-Family person in politics and recently signed groundbreaking legislation to support involved Fatherhood in Florida. In this Episode, Governor DeSantis shares his Fatherhood journey which includes three children. He discusses the family scare of his wife Casey's breast cancer diagnosis, treatment and how he managed it as a husband, father and Governor. He describes the importance of having a father in the home, the Fatherless Crisis and the recent legislation he signed to attack the crisis. He talks about the scary time for parents right now and how they can fight back against school systems targeting our children with sexual ideologies that have no place in the classroom. I ask him if he could be President for just one day which issue he would address. He offers some great advice for new or about to be Dads and more! Order First Class Fatherhood: Advice and Wisdom from High-Profile Dads - https://bit.ly/36XpXNp Watch First Class Fatherhood on YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCCD6cjYptutjJWYlM0Kk6cQ?sub_confirmation=1 Watch on Rumble - https://rumble.com/user/FirstClassFatherhood More Ways To Listen - https://linktr.ee/alec_lace Follow me on instagram - https://instagram.com/alec_lace?igshid=ebfecg0yvbap For information about becoming a Sponsor of First Class Fatherhood please hit me with an email: FirstClassFatherhood@gmail.com --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/alec-lace/support

In this episode, we discuss difficulty tuning, balance, and noises. When you're designing an experience, it's important to keep in mind that it's not just about your design – it's about where your design meets each individual person. There's no point in punishing the whole class because you're afraid one person might cheat. Questions answered (abbreviated): Beekie Boppaboop: Do y'all have any musical experience? Things mentioned: Back 4 Blood To stay up to date with all of our buttery goodness subscribe to the podcast on Apple podcasts (apple.co/1LxNEnk) or wherever you get your audio goodness. If you want to get more involved in the Butterscotch community, hop into our DISCORD server at discord.gg/bscotch and say hello! Submit questions at https://www.bscotch.net/podcast, disclose all of your secrets to podcast@bscotch.net, and send letters, gifts, and tasty treats to http://bit.ly/bscotchmailbox. Finally, if you'd like to support the show and buy some coffee FOR Butterscotch, head over to http://moneygrab.bscotch.net. ★ Support this podcast ★

Rep. Laddie Shaw talks about running for the first time and losing, then picking himself up by the boots and giving it a second shot.  He has led a life of public service, and you will get an inside look at what motivates him to stay the course.     Paid for by ​PAID FOR BY CHARLIE PIERCE FOR GOVERNOR, P.O. BOX 408, SOLDOTNA, AK 99669

Lt. Cmdr. Dan Cnossen was serving as the platoon commander for SEAL Team One in Afghanistan in September 2009 when he stepped on an IED (improvised explosive device) and was wounded in the explosion. Dan was awarded both a Purple Heart and a Bronze Star with Valor from the Secretary of the Navy for his service in combat.

On this week's podcast, SOFREP editor-in-chief Sean Spoonts interviews Ryan Zinke at SHOT Show 2022 in Las Vegas. Ryan Zinke served as a Navy SEAL in command positions in SEAL Team One and SEAL Team Six. He served with Naval Special Warfare Unit Two and the Naval Special Warfare Center, and at one time was the acting command of the Special Operations Forces in Iraq.  Ryan served as a senator in Montana from 2009 to 2013 then won a seat in the House in 2014. He served as Secretary of the Interior from 2017 to 2019. He is running again for Montana's 1st congressional district in November. They talk about the energy use and production in Montana and Ryan's stance that the US must never be held hostage for its energy.  Ryan explores the different environmental impacts of various methods of energy production and how important it is to implement sustainable practices. Ryan comments on the distrust with the government in Washington and the need to protect free speech.  On the issue of Ukraine, Ryan is hopeful that war can be avoided but stresses the need for the US to have a united front with its allies, an important element because if Russia enters Ukraine, it will likely not go in alone. Russia is likely looking at how far China will go with Taiwan and, if China moves, Russia may move in concert too.  Finally, Ryan also shares his thoughts on vaccines, the objections of Navy SEALS in taking the vaccine, and fighting for what is right in the House.  Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com

Jack is a veteran with 20 years of Naval Service leading Navy SEALs and Special Operations Forces throughout the world. A leadership and cultural dynamics expert, Jack has consulted with business leaders across the United States, Pro-athletes, Olympians, and NCAA Teams in his journey. He is the co-founder of Performance Mountain along with Dr Larry Widman. Performance Mountain optimizes people, teams and organizations. A native of Fremont Nebraska, Jack earned an NROTC scholarship and graduated from The University of Nebraska in 1998. Jack graduated from Basic Underwater Demolition/SEAL School (BUD/S) in Class 222. Jack is also a graduate of the Army Command and General Staff College and holds a Master's Degree in Global/International Affairs and Interagency Collaboration from Kansas University. Jack participated in a number of conflicts and contingency operations throughout the globe in his 20 year Naval career. Assigned to SEAL Team One during the September 11, 2001 terrorist attacks Jack participated in contingency operations as part of the United States initial response from October to December 2001. Later, assigned to SEAL Team Three as a Troop Commander, Jack was the Commander of Naval Special Warfare Task Unit-Ramadi, Iraq in charge of counter-terrorism and counterinsurgency operations in Al-Anbar Province. Jack was the first SEAL Troop Commander to lead Special Reconnaissance Team-1 focusing on Multidiscipline Intelligence Support Missions for SEAL Team, Special Mission Units, and other government agencies. Jack's last assignment was as the Director of Combating Terrorism for Special Operations Command Europe. Jack has also been a volunteer leadership and cultural dynamics advisor to Nebraska Athletics, Creighton Athletics, and Midland University and various business leaders across the region. Jack and Dr. Larry Widman founded Performance Mountain, a consulting firm that optimizes leadership and culture within Teams and Groups. Jack has been an active advocate of our nations wounded warriors and Veterans, both nationally and regionally. Jack is on the board of the Nebraska Soldiers Foundation and supports the PGA Tours Birdies for Brave program, Nebraska Golf Fore Troops and NS2 Serves. Jack is also active in the SEAL-NSW Family Foundation (NSFF), where in 2010 he started “Nebraska Support for SEALs” (NSS) which provides an annually weekend family retreat for Active Duty SEAL families here in Nebraska and raises funds for the SEAL-NSW Family Foundation (NSFF). Jack has been married to his college sweetheart Kate for 19 years, and has four children: Jack spends his free time along with his wife chasing their four children, coaching little league sports, hunting birdies on the golf course, and enjoying all things Nebraska. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/tango-romeo/message

Dan Cnossen graduated from the U.S. Naval Academy and became a Navy SEAL. He would deploy multiple times to Iraq and Afghanistan and served as a platoon commander for Seal Team One. In 2009, on a night mission in the Afghanistan mountains, Dan stepped on an IED, losing both legs in the blast. He would later be awarded a Purple Heart and Bronze Star with Valor. Never one to shy from a challenge, Dan eventually earned a spot on the 2014 U.S. Paralympic Biathlon Team. The Harvard University graduate would return to the Paralympic Games in 2018, winning one gold, four silver and one bronze medal. He is now training to compete for Team USA once again, at the 2022 Paralympic Games. We talk with Dan about the sport of Nordic skiing, about getting outside, and the benefits of being in nature.

Craig founded Veterans For Child Rescue (V4CR), a nonprofit organization in April 2017 to help raise awareness of Domestic Minor Sex Trafficking and create a non-permissive environment for child exploitation in the United States. Through his efforts with V4CR Sawyer began production on Contraland a documentary feature-length film to highlight the challenges of NGOs and of law enforcement in the fight to end the exploitation of children.Craig Randall "Sawman" Sawyer (born October 5, 1963) is a Marine veteran, former Navy SEAL, sniper, combat instructor. Sawyer is the owner of Tactical Insider, which brings technical advice on weapons and combat to Hollywood films and actors.Sawyer began his military career with the U.S. Marine Corps in 1983, and switched to the U.S. Navy in July 1986 to pursue a career in special operations as a Navy SEAL. He graduated from BUD/S (Basic Underwater Demolition/SEAL) training class 149 in 1988 and served with SEAL Team ONE. Sawyer deployed during Gulf War and subsequently served as sniper instructor. He then went on to serve with the elite Naval Special Warfare Development Group, commonly known as SEAL Team SIX, until suddenly leaving the Navy at the height of his career with an Honorable Discharge in July 1999 while expecting his first child. Throughout his career, Sawyer has become an expert in several military and combat disciplines like shooting; counter-terrorism; surveillance and counter-surveillance; climbing; criminal investigation; parachuting; and hand-to-hand combat, among others.On High-Threat Mobile Security operations for the U.S. Department of State in Iraq in 2004–2005, Sawyer served as an Agent In Charge (AIC) responsible for the DOS Chief of Mission leaders in his assigned region. In addition to running the security details for those Regional Coordinators, Sawyer was also responsible for securing other U.S. dignitaries and DOS personnel during their visits to that high-threat war zone region.Sawyer founded Tactical Insider to provide training and technical advice to films, actors, and political clients. He has contributed to news shows like FOX News and CBS Evening News with Katie Couric. He has also been a frequent contributor to History Channel's show Sniper: Deadliest Missions. Since 2010, Sawyer has been a recurring trainer for History's marksmen competition Top Shot, appearing in all five seasons. In 2013, Craig led a team of fellow spec ops veterans on a series of tactical missions against rhino poachers in Africa. These missions were filmed and aired on Animal Planet's series, Battleground: Rhino Wars.

Craig Sawyer, AKA "Sawman," grew up near Houston, TX and got his tactical start in the U.S. Marine Corps. He quickly transitioned to the U.S. Navy to pursue high-level Special Operations as a U.S. Navy SEAL. As an Operator at SEAL Team One, Craig gained critical combat experience in Desert Shield and Desert Storm resulting in decoration for "Heroic Service". Those operations included: The capturing of the very first prisoners of the war CSAR (Combat Search And Rescue) Operations Sniper Operations Reconnaissance Operations Counter-Mine Operations FAV (Fast Attack Vehicle) Operations After returning from Desert Storm, Craig served as a SEAL Sniper Instructor until being promoted to DEVGRU. While serving at SEAL Team One, Craig fought in various Martial Arts tournaments in South-East Asia, as well as SCARS (Special Combat Aggressive Reaction System) hand-to-hand training under Jerry Peterson and Lew Hicks. These experiences built upon his Martial Arts history of fighting various tournaments, such as the Karate Olympics tournaments in Houston, TX and one year of formal boxing under Henry & Jim Harris. All operations and activity while assigned to DEVGRU remain classified and are not represented here. After serving in the Navy, Craig signed on as one of the "Original 33" Federal Air Marshals, who were in place prior to the 9/11 attacks against the U.S. Craig remained there for 5 years reaching the management rank of J-Payband ATSAC (GS-14). At that point, Craig began contracting in the various combat zones, running tactical teams and protecting high-level U.S. Dignitaries. in 2004-2005, Craig was selected to serve as Agent In Charge (AIC) of High-Threat Mobile Security operations in war zones for the U.S. Department of State, responsible for the mobile teams covering all stationed and visiting U.S. Chief of Mission personnel in the region. Some of those dignitaries included: U.S. Secretary of Defense, Donald Rumsfeld U.S. Ambassador John Negroponte​ Other U.S. Ambassadors and various, key U.S. leaders. *Note: War zone security responsibility does not equate to personal, or political endorsement. Other specialized training and international experience in high-threat mobile security from 2006-2014 (and other periods) remains classified. Craig still remains operationally active in multiple roles. In addition, he often instructs various advanced training courses under his Tactical Insider banner. In the entertainment industry, Craig has made a name for himself in the following:Most frequent "Expert" on all 5 seasons of History Channel's TOP SHOT Virtually every major television news station and morning talk show, including THE TODAY SHOW, FOX & FRIENDS, MORNING JOE, CBS EVENING NEWS, FOX NEWS, THE DYLAN RADIGAN SHOW, etc. Team Leader and voice for Animal Planet's BATTLEGROUND: RHINO WARS Military Channel's DEADLIEST TECH: SPEC OPS History Channel's SNIPER: DEADLIEST MISSIONS History Channel's (H2) TOP GUNS Craig co-starred in a new movie for 2016, Army Dog, with Casper Van Dien There are 2 new feature films going into production with Craig as Tach Advisor, Co-Producer, and/or Actor. Craig co-starred with R Lee Ermey on GunnyTime for 3 seasons, until Gunny's passing. Non-Profit: Craig launched Veterans For Child Rescue in April 2017, which is a task force of senior veterans of the counter-terrorist, intelligence, federal law enforcement, international counter-poaching and film & television communities who are dedicated to expose and help combat abusive child sex trafficking rings in order to create a brighter future for the children. www.vets4childrescue.org THERE ARE A LOT OF TOPICS IN THIS EPISODE THAT ARE GRAPHIC IN NATURE, BUT THIS MESSAGE MUST BE HEARD. PLEASE HELP CRAIG BY GOING TO: Vets4childrescue.org

Today I speak with Dan Luna, a retired Navy SEAL Chief who served at SEAL Team One, and Naval Special Warfare Development Group sometimes referred to as SEAL team 6. In addition to his decades of experience in combat and leadership in the SEAL teams, Dan has a bachelor's degree in organizational leadership from University of Charleston, a Master's Degree in Leadership from Georgetown University and is currently working on a Doctorate in Organizational Change and Leadership at the University of Southern California – much of which we discuss during our conversation. But the main reason for this episode is that in the wake of the debacle that was our exit from Afghanistan, I think it's more important than ever to hear from veterans of the Afghan war and those who served in the military like Dan about their experiences, their perspective, their criticisms and critiques of leadership, and the lessons they want their country and the countrymen to learn.

Join Tom and Kate, along with this week's guest, Patrick Mahaffey, as they list the top Four Marketing Mistakes Startups Make and How to Avoid Them. Patrick, a former member of Seal Team One, has an impressive roster of launching successful startups and currently serves as Managing Director for Valens Resource Group, a San Francisco-based consultancy. He is obsessed with building powerful companies by implementing incredibly targeted sales and marketing strategies, with a little dose of sweat and passion. If you're currently working for or leading a startup, or have the next big product or service innovation growing in the back of your mind, you won't want to miss this. 

Dan Luna is a retired United States Navy SEAL and now Leadership expert,  CEO of 3LX. Dan was a member of SEAL Team One where he served ten years completing five deployments, including two tours in Iraq, two tours in Afghanistan. In 2010 he became a member of the Naval Special Warfare Development Group (DevGru) Better known around the world as Seal Team SIX. His decorations include 2 Bronze Stars w/ Valor, the Purple Heart, the Defense Meritorious Service Medal, the Joint Commendation Medal, and the Navy Commendation Medal w/ Valor x4.He's also an expert in Leadership, credentialed through both operational and institutional education experience. In this episode, Dan talks about the highs and lows of surviving combat and operating at the highest level. He also covers his experience as an instructor at the U.S. Naval Academy.Having retired from the Navy in January 2019 and recently he has started his own Company, 3LX LLC, where he continues to serve as a leadership consultant and coach and developing leadership products. Lets Go!

Retired Navy SEAL Bob Reitz joins the show to share how his deployments have shaped civilian life as well as the coping mechanisms he's developed in conjunction with NuCalm, to manage his PTSD and hypervigilance.   Introduction quote “You may be able to hold your breath for five minutes, but they want to know how you manage and how you act at five minutes and one second. Do you panic? Do you compete? Do you keep your composure? Do you stay underwater and relax even though you're a quiet storm inside? All those things matter.” — Bob Reitz   Guest bio Bob joined the Navy in 1988 and served both as an Enlisted Sailor and a Commissioned Officer over his 22 year career.  The first 8 years in the Navy Bob served as a Machinist Mate where he repaired Submarines in Italy and followed by his time in at the University of Arizona where he received his Bachelor's Degree and Commission; the last 16 years he served as a Commissioned Officer in the US Navy SEAL Teams. Bob was assigned to SEAL Team ONE, SEAL Team FIVE, Special Boat Team TWELVE and also the Naval Postgraduate School where he received his Master's Degree.  Over his time in the Navy he deployed 6 times for 6-7 months each deployment and served 4 years abroad when he was stationed in Italy and Guam.   After leaving the Navy Bob worked as a Security Contractor with other SEALS protecting the Middle East Maersk Shipping line from Pirating and Kidnapping operations conducted by local criminal elements;  He later went into the Defense Contracting Industry where he sold Covert Audio and Video equipment to both DOD and Federal Agencies.  It was during this time that he was introduced to NuCalm by way of a Gifted NuCalm System from Dr. David Walters (Bob's personal Doctor) to help him with Sleep and Travel.  Because NuCalm had such a profound effect on Bob, he quit his Defense Contracting career and reached out to NuCalm to join the team!   Key Takeaways [1:00] David welcomes a long-time friend, Navy SEAL, hero, all-around awesome human and asks him to share the story of how he came to serve.   [5:23] The people who make it to SEAL training need to really want to do it — there is a 75% to 85% drop-out rate! Bob shares some of the grueling trials and training required.   [8:31] Bob shares some of his deployments, what they have meant, and the fundamental mission difference between pre- and post-9/11.   [13:56] Six to seven months of constant sympathetic drive is not something your body or mind is used to recuperating from, but it's part of the job. Bob shares the hurdles of hypervigilance experience as well as the hardships of managing the need for control post-deployment.   [20:13] Bob shares a personal example of how hypervigilance can show up inappropriately — even backyard camping — in a personal and family relationship setting.   [22:11] Growing with a tightly knit unit of brothers at arms and developing this uniquely unshakable bond teaches you that life is really about community. Retirement from this context can lead to a profound feeling of loss and Bob shares how some people find relief from this feeling of emptiness.   [30:12] PTSD is ugly. And easy to deny. Bob opens up about his Veteran grandfather.   [35:55] To put things into perspective, Bob shares what a day in his life is on deployment 24/7 for seven months at a time — from Djibouti to Afghanistan.   [40:32] What does Veteran's day mean to Bob? He also shares advice on how to come back to civilian life.   [48:12] From dying on the vine to Bob figuring out the best coping mechanisms for managing his PTSD — including NuCalm.   [52:33] Audience questions start with “How do you share this PTSD experience with others?”   [58:05] “Have you customized NuCalm for your own optimal experience?”   [1:01:52] “TBI and TMJ are causing grinding. Will NuCalm help with this?”   [1:07:04] “Bob's recommendations for getting — and staying — in the zone.”   [1:16:30] David thanks Bob for his service, his experience, and for sharing so much of himself.   Continue on your journey and until next time, breathe deep, relax, and keep looking forward.   Mentioned in this episode NuCalm   More about your host Connect with David Poole — Chief Business Officer at NuCalm on LinkedIn   More about NuCalm and the podcast This is NuCalm, the show for those looking to improve sleep quality, manage stress, and boost recovery. Brought to you by Solace Lifesciences, the makers of NuCalm, the world's only patented and proven neuroscience technology that works within minutes, without drugs, every time! In over one million medical sessions, NuCalm has helped men and women around the world.   NuCalm: stress relief for the way we live today, technology to help you disconnect.   Pull quotes   “A lot of people think that SEALS are these big strong guys that can do anything, and oftentimes, those are the first guys that quit!” — Bob Reitz   “Everything about SEAL training is failure.” — Bob Reitz   “The dysfunction that we end up dealing with when we come home is hypervigilance.” — Bob Reitz   “I miss it… I miss working, I miss being in SEAL teams.” — Bob Reitz   Tweet #1 PTSD is ugly, and it can eat people alive. This is NuCalm Episode 12 guest Bob Reitz, retired Navy SEAL shares his personal experience with PTSD.   Tweet #2 Dying on the vine can happen to anyone, but Veterans are even more at risk. This is NuCalm Episode 12 guest Bob Reitz, retired Navy SEAL shares his personal experience.  

Errol Doebler ~ Founder of Leader 193 ~ High-Performance Entrepreneurship ~   Do you ever wonder how the top elite performers of the world operate on a day-to-day basis? How Special Ops, Navy SEALS, & special agents think and act?  I do, that is one of the reasons I started this podcast almost six years ago. I wanted to get behind the minds of the most interesting people in the world, so I could live a better life myself, and I could share that knowledge with others.    We have a treat on today's show. Our guest is one of the world's elite performers. His name is Error Doebler and he has 20 years of combined experience as a Navy SEAL and a FBI Special Agent. He served as Assistant Platoon Commander at SEAL Team FOUR, and a Platoon Commander at Seal Team ONE. After his time with the Navy, Errol joined the FBI where he investigated international terrorist organizations, and also served as a member of the FBI's New York SWAT Team. Errol was then attached to the US Army's 75th Ranger Regiment while serving as a Special Agent for the FBI, he was later deployed to Afghanistan in 2010 with that Ranger Regiment. Errol participated in extensive combat operations and was presented with the FBI's second highest award for valor, the Shield of Bravery, for his actions on the battlefield.   Errol left the FBI after 13 years of service to begin his leadership consulting firm, Leader 193, working with Fortune 100 companies, professional sports organizations, tech startups, and executives from around the world. He is the author of The Process, Art, & Science of Leadership. He has created a leadership process and funnel that we are going to talk about today, along we will discuss his background, his mindset, & his operation mode.        04:44 Who is Errol Doebler?    06:13 How Errol became the Man he is Today    11:50 Navy Seals Training & Mindset    14:59 Defining Accountability    23:13 Personal Maturity vs Professional Maturity    31:50 Leadership in the FBI    47:39 Using Intuition/Gut Feelings in Business    50:55 5 Elements of the Leadership Process    59:00 Cold Therapy- Becoming a Certified Wim Hof Trainer   1:16:07 Where To Find Errol Doebler?     Contact Info: https://leader193.com/ Subscribe to the Podcast:   Website:  https://www.thebusinessmethod.com/errol-doebler   Apple Podcasts:  http://bit.ly/TheBusinessMethod   Google Podcasts:  http://bit.ly/TheBusinessMethodGooglePodcasts   Spotify:  http://bit.ly/SpotifyTheBusinessMethod  

Craig "Sawman" Sawyer is a Marine veteran, former Navy SEAL, sniper, combat instructor. Sawyer is the owner of Tactical Insider, which brings technical advice on weapons and combat to Hollywood films and actors.Sawyer began his military career with the U.S. Marine Corps in 1983, and switched to the U.S. Navy in July 1986 to pursue a career in special operations as a Navy SEAL. He graduated from BUD/S (Basic Underwater Demolition/SEAL) training class 149 in 1988 and served with SEAL Team ONE. Sawyer deployed during Gulf War and subsequently served as sniper instructor. He then went on to serve with the elite Naval Special Warfare Development Group, commonly known as SEAL Team SIX, until suddenly leaving the Navy at the height of his career with an Honorable Discharge in July 1999 while expecting his first child. Throughout his career, Sawyer has become an expert in several military and combat disciplines like shooting; counter-terrorism; surveillance and counter-surveillance; climbing; criminal investigation; parachuting; and hand-to-hand combat, among others.On High-Threat Mobile Security operations for the U.S. Department of State in Iraq in 2004–2005, Sawyer served as an Agent In Charge (AIC) responsible for the DOS Chief of Mission leaders in his assigned region. In addition to running the security details for those Regional Coordinators, Sawyer was also responsible for securing other U.S. dignitaries and DOS personnel during their visits to that high-threat war zone region.Sawyer founded Tactical Insider to provide training and technical advice to films, actors, and political clients. He has contributed to news shows like FOX News and CBS Evening News with Katie Couric. He has also been a frequent contributor to History Channel's show Sniper: Deadliest Missions. Since 2010, Sawyer has been a recurring trainer for History's marksmen competition Top Shot, appearing in all five seasons. In 2013, Craig led a team of fellow spec ops veterans on a series of tactical missions against rhino poachers in Africa. These missions were filmed and aired on Animal Planet's series, Battleground: Rhino Wars.Sawyer is also a motocross racer and local Las Vegas champion. He was also selected by Maxim as "Maximum Warrior".Sawyer founded Veterans For Child Rescue (V4CR), a nonprofit organization in April 2017 to help raise awareness of Domestic Minor Sex Trafficking and create a non-permissive environment for child exploitation in the United States. Through his efforts with V4CR Sawyer began production on a documentary feature-length film to highlight the challenges of NGOs and of law enforcement in the fight to end the exploitation of children.The documentary Contraland was launched to the public on May 8, 2020 on www.ContralandMovie.comMedia Sites:http://rsmedia.ushttp://ThePatrioticReport.comhttp://StreamingTalkRadio.comhttp://CowboyLogic.com

Michael enlisted in the Navy as a Naval Aircrewman and Helicopter Rescue Swimmer. After Basic Training, his first assignment was Guam, and aside from deploying in support of resupply operations, he found the monotony taxing. He volunteered for Basic Underwater Demolition / SEAL Training, and was accepted. After SEAL school, he was assigned to SEAL Team One, and completed several deployments in the Southeast Asia region. After a stint as a SEAL Advanced Training Instructor, he was accepted into the Army Warrant Officer Program and Flight School. Finishing first in his flight school class, he applied for, and was accepted into, the 2nd Battalion of the 160th Special Operations Aviation Regiment (SOAR), the Night Stalkers, at Fort Campbell, Kentucky. After three years at Fort Campbell, he moved to Joint Base Lewis-McChord when the 4th Battalion of the 160th was activated. In thirteen years in the 160th SOAR, he completed sixteen deployments, flying variations of the MH-47. After leaving the 160th SOAR, he was assigned as the commander of the 2nd Aviation Detachment at West Point, flying the UH-72 Lakota. This is one of only two commands open to Aviation Warrant Officers in the Army. After retirement from the military Michael stays busy as an Agriculture Aviator, Fire pilot, and working for Thrush Aircraft.

With Errol Doebler | Leadership Consultant, Author, Wim Hof Instructor Bio: Errol Doebler is a 1991 Graduate of the United States Naval Academy. During his time as a Naval Officer, Errol served as Assistant Operations, Assistant Platoon Commander SEAL team four and a Platoon Commander at Seal Team ONE. Errol then joined the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) where he investigated International Terrorist Organizations out of the FBI's flagship office in New York City and also served as a member of the FBI's New York SWAT Team Errol left the FBI after 13 years of service to begin his leadership consulting firm, Leader 193, in 2016. Errol has worked with executives and teams from Fortune 100 companies, professional sports organizations, small technical startups, and individual executives across a vast array of industries around the world as the Founder of Leader 193. Highlights of Show: Errol's simple BUT effective leadership process that CAN help you navigate life and moneyThe difference between understanding our WHY and WHO we areThe issue with identifying ourselves as something external to ourselvesWhy we need to have awareness around our personal cultureHow vulnerability can be a great lesson in leadershipHow emotional awareness is one of the greatest “assets” we can haveHow we can literally “re-wire” our brains for behavioural change for money and much moreErrol's 5 step leadership process can be applied to our own money stories:Emotional Awareness and RecognitionCultural awareness and RecognitionCreate Guidelines for BehaviorImplement the Planning ProcessMeet the Resistance Quotes: “I am someone who brings my best self to every single interaction,” Errol Doebler"Culture is made up of the things we do. Not the labels we put on them” Errol Doebler“It's not about the right decision; it's the conscious decision” Errol Doebler"You can't solve a problem without a plan,” Errol Doebler Links: Leader 193: https://leader193.com/Errol's new book: The Process, Art, and Science of Leadership: How Leaders Inspire Confidence and Clarity in Combat, in the Boardroom, and at the Kitchen Table by Errol Doebler365 Days at 36.5 Degrees Cold Exposure and Intention in Leadership and LifeErrol's Wim Hof Instructor Page

Errol Doebler is a former Navy Seal and FBI Agent who now teaches leadership to some of the top businesses and business leaders today. During his time as a Naval Officer, Errol served as Assistant Operations Officer onboard the USS Monongahela, Assistant Platoon Commander at SEAL Team FOUR, and a Platoon Commander at Seal Team ONE. After spending time in the private sector as a sales leader, Errol joined the FBI where he investigated terrorism and also served as a member of the FBI’s New York SWAT Team. Errol left the FBI after 13 years of service to begin his leadership consulting firm, Leader 193, in 2016. Errol has worked with executives and teams from Fortune 100 companies, professional sports organizations, small technical startups, and individual executives across a vast array of industries around the world as the Founder of Leader 193.Follow on Instagram ➡️ @lifeofa_podcastListen on Spotify ➡️ https://spoti.fi/2YkAcD1Listen on Apple Podcasts ➡️ https://apple.co/2YkApWPCheck the website out ➡️ www.lifeofapodcast.com___________________________________________________________________________Check out Errol's Instagram ➡️ https://www.instagram.com/leader_193/Check out Errol's website ➡️ https://leader193.com/Check out Errol's book, The Process, Art and Science of Leadership ➡️ https://www.amazon.com/Errol-Doebler/e/B08BG2BLFN%3Fref=dbs_a_mng_rwt_scns_share

Errol Doebler is a 1991 Graduate of the United States Naval Academy in Annapolis, MD. During his time as a Naval Officer, Errol served as Assistant Operations Officer onboard the USS Monongahela, Assistant Platoon Commander at SEAL Team FOUR, and a Platoon Commander at Seal Team ONE.   After spending time in the private sector as a sales leader, Errol joined the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) where he investigated International Terrorist Organizations out of the FBI's flagship office in New York City and also served as a member of the FBI's New York SWAT Team. Because of his background and experience, Errol was attached to the United States Army's 75th Ranger Regiment while serving as a Special Agent for the FBI. While deployed to Afghanistan in 2010 with the 75th Ranger Regiment, Errol participated in extensive combat operations and was subsequently presented with the FBI's second highest award for valor, the Shield of Bravery, for his actions on the battlefield.   Errol left the FBI after 13 years of service to begin his leadership consulting firm, Leader 193, in 2016. Errol has worked with executives and teams from Fortune 100 companies, professional sports organizations, small technical startups, and individual executives across a vast array of industries around the world as the Founder of Leader 193.     Topics Covered:   Letting go of trying to find the easy path Figuring out what you stand against in the world Creating emotional awareness Being present for the little things in life Find out where you are on the map of life Starting with the end in mind Managing risk Identifying your gaps   Buy the Book: https://amzn.to/3gfNh9e     How to connect with guest LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/errol-doebler-b29ab338/ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/leader193/ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/leader_193/?hl=en Twitter - https://twitter.com/Leader_193 Website - https://leader193.com/ --------------------------------------------- Follow me on Instagram - https://bit.ly/2X62v7C --------------------------------------------- FreeDadCourse.com > Five Lessons to More Friendships --------------------------------------------- Join our Facebook Group  The Military Veteran Dad Facebook Group > http://bit.ly/2GmNqqG --------------------------------------------- MilitaryVeteranDad.com --------------------------------------------- Ask me a question? You might just be featured in a future episode of the Military Veteran Dad Podcast Link > http://bit.ly/2tOi3BT

“You can't hold people accountable unless they know what they're supposed to be accountable to.” - Errol Doebler We have a very special and unique episode for you. Errol Doebler, the founder of Leader 193 and author of a new book, The Process, Art, and Science of Leadership, joins Mike and Ethan on the show. In this wide-ranging conversation, Errol shares stories from his time as a Navy SEAL and FBI Special Agent and his journey to starting a company. Errol shares his unique perspectives on creating a leadership process, managing behaviors, setting expectations, accountability, managing emotions, applying the Wim Hof Method, and so much more. Go buy his book! If you find value in this podcast and would like to support us, please leave us a review. It helps. Thank you for your support. Errol Doebler is a 1991 Graduate of the United States Naval Academy in Annapolis, MD. During his time as a Naval Officer, Errol served as Assistant Operations Officer onboard the USS Monongahela, Assistant Platoon Commander at SEAL Team FOUR, and a Platoon Commander at Seal Team ONE. After spending time in the private sector as a sales leader, Errol joined the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) where he investigated International Terrorist Organizations out of the FBI's flagship office in New York City and also served as a member of the FBI's New York SWAT Team. Because of his background and experience, Errol was attached to the United States Army's 75th Ranger Regiment while serving as a Special Agent for the FBI. While deployed to Afghanistan in 2010 with the 75th Ranger Regiment, Errol participated in extensive combat operations and was subsequently presented with the FBI's second highest award for valor, the Shield of Bravery, for his actions on the battlefield. Errol left the FBI after 13 years of service to begin his leadership consulting firm, Leader 193, in 2016. Errol has worked with executives and teams from Fortune 100 companies, professional sports organizations, small technical startups, and individual executives across a vast array of industries around the world as the Founder of Leader 193.

Craig Sawyer, AKA "Sawman," grew up near Houston, TX. He got his tactical start in the U.S. Marine Corps, then quickly transitioned to the U.S. Navy to pursue high-level Special Operations as a U.S. Navy SEAL. As an Operator at SEAL Team One, Craig gained critical combat experience in Desert Shield and Desert Storm, resulting in decoration for "Heroic Service." Those operations included the capturing of the very first prisoners of the war, CSAR (Combat Search And Rescue) Operations, Sniper Operations, Reconnaissance Operations, Counter-Mine Operations, and FAV (Fast Attack Vehicle) Operations.After returning from Desert Storm, Craig served as a SEAL Sniper Instructor until being promoted to DEVGRU. While serving at SEAL Team One, Craig fought in various Martial Arts tournaments in South-East Asia, as well as SCARS (Special Combat Aggressive Reaction System) hand-to-hand training under Jerry Peterson and Lew Hicks. These experiences built upon his Martial Arts history of fighting in various tournaments, such as the Karate Olympics tournaments in Houston, TX.After serving in the Navy, Craig signed on as one of the "Original 33" Federal Air Marshals, who were in place before the 9/11 attacks against the U.S. Craig remained there for five years, reaching the management rank of J-Payband ATSAC (GS-14). At that point, Craig began contracting in the various combat zones, running tactical teams and protecting high-level U.S. Dignitaries. In 2004 and 2005, Craig was selected to serve as Agent In Charge (AIC) of High-Threat Mobile Security operations in war zones for the U.S. Department of State, responsible for the mobile teams covering all stationed and visiting U.S. Chief of Mission personnel in the region. Some of those dignitaries included U.S. Secretary of Defense Donald Rumsfeld, U.S. Ambassador John Negroponte, and other U.S. Ambassadors and key leaders.Craig remains operationally active in multiple roles. Additionally, he often instructs various advanced training courses under his Tactical Insider banner. In the entertainment industry, Craig has made a name for himself by appearing across the History Channel, Military Channel, The Today Show, Fox & Friends, Fox News, CBS Evening News, Morning Joe, and more.​Most recently, Craig launched Veterans For Child Rescue. It's a task force of senior veterans of the counter-terrorist, intelligence, federal law enforcement, international counter-poaching, and film & television communities dedicated to exposing and helping combat abusive child sex trafficking rings to create a brighter future for the children.Keep up with Craig on Facebook and Parler.

Errol Doebler is a 1991 Graduate of the United States Naval Academy in Annapolis, MD. During his time as a Naval Officer, Errol served as Assistant Operations Officer onboard the USS Monongahela, Assistant Platoon Commander at SEAL Team FOUR, and a Platoon Commander at Seal Team ONE. After spending time in the private sector as a sales leader, Errol joined the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) where he investigated International Terrorist Organizations out of the FBI’s flagship office in New York City and also served as a member of the FBI’s New York SWAT Team. Because of his background and experience, Errol was attached to the United States Army’s 75th Ranger Regiment while serving as a Special Agent for the FBI. While deployed to Afghanistan in 2010 with the 75th Ranger Regiment, Errol participated in extensive combat operations and was subsequently presented with the FBI’s second highest award for valor, the Shield of Bravery, for his actions on the battlefield. Leader 193: https://www.leader193.com _______________ This episode is brought to you by UnCanna. Visit UnCanna.com today for all of your Hemp CBD products. UnCanna is veteran owned and operated. Visit https://www.patreon.com/join/Mentors4mil to support our podcast. Support a veteran owned business at veteranownedus.com today! Follow Mentors for Military: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mentors4mil Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/mentors4mil Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/mentors4mil Homepage: http://www.mentorsformilitary.com

Errol Doebler joins the guys for a second hour of discussion picking up from Episode 79-------------------------Errol Doebler is a 1991 Graduate of the United States Naval Academy in Annapolis, MD. During his time as a Naval Officer, Errol served as Assistant Operations Officer onboard the USS Monongahela, Assistant Platoon Commander at SEAL Team FOUR, and a Platoon Commander at Seal Team ONE.After spending time in the private sector as a sales leader, Errol joined the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) where he investigated International Terrorist Organizations out of the FBI’s flagship office in New York City and also served as a member of the FBI’s New York SWAT Team. Because of his background and experience, Errol was attached to the United States Army’s 75th Ranger Regiment while serving as a Special Agent for the FBI. While deployed to Afghanistan in 2010 with the 75th Ranger Regiment, Errol participated in extensive combat operations and was subsequently presented with the FBI’s second highest award for valor, the Shield of Bravery, for his actions on the battlefield.Errol left the FBI after 13 years of service to begin his leadership consulting firm, Leader 193, in 2016. Errol has worked with executives and teams from Fortune 100 companies, professional sports organizations, small technical startups, and individual executives across a vast array of industries around the world as the Founder of Leader 193.Learn More about Errol and Leader 193Find the video for this episode on the Vet Pivot YouTube channel.

Episode 410 Errol Doebler is a First Class Father, former Navy SEAL, former FBI agent and Wim Hof Method instructor. He is a graduate of the US Naval Academy and was an Assistant Platoon Commander at SEAL Team FOUR, and a Platoon Commander at SEAL Team ONE. After his military career he joined the Federal Bureau of Investigation where he investigated International Terrorist Organizations out of the FBI’s flagship office in New York City and also served as a member of the FBI’s New York SWAT Team. While deployed to Afghanistan in 2010 with the 75th Ranger Regiment, Errol participated in extensive combat operations and was subsequently presented with the FBI’s second highest award for valor, the Shield of Bravery, for his actions on the battlefield. In this Episode, Errol shares his Fatherhood journey which includes three children. He discusses his introduction to the Wim Hof Method and why he decided to become an instructor. He talks about his book “The Process, Art, and Science of Leadership: How Leaders Inspire Confidence and Clarity in Combat, in the Boardroom, and at the Kitchen Table”. He describes how becoming a dad at 45 years old has changed his perspective. He offers some great advice for new or about to be Dads and more! The Process, Art, and Science of Leadership - https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/0578708973/ref=dbs_a_w_dp_0578708973 MANSCAPED - https://www.manscaped.com Promo Code - Father Save 20% + Free Shipping EAT CLEAN BRO - https://eatcleanbro.com Promo Code - FATHERHOOD10 Save 10% on Meals Subscribe to First Class Fatherhood on YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCCD6cjYptutjJWYlM0Kk6cQ More Ways To Listen - https://linktr.ee/alec_lace First Class Fatherhood Merch - https://shop.spreadshirt.com/first-class-fatherhood-/we+are+not+babysitters-A5d09ea872051763ad613ec8e?productType=812&sellable=3017x1aBoNI8jJe83pw5-812-7&appearance=1 Follow me on instagram - https://instagram.com/alec_lace?igshid=ebfecg0yvbap For information about becoming a Sponsor of First Class Fatherhood please hit me with an email: FirstClassFatherhood@gmail.com --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/alec-lace/support

Errol Doebler is a 1991 Graduate of the United States Naval Academy in Annapolis, MD. During his time as a Naval Officer, Errol served as Assistant Operations Officer onboard the USS Monongahela, Assistant Platoon Commander at SEAL Team FOUR, and a Platoon Commander at Seal Team ONE.After spending time in the private sector as a sales leader, Errol joined the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) where he investigated International Terrorist Organizations out of the FBI’s flagship office in New York City and also served as a member of the FBI’s New York SWAT Team. Because of his background and experience, Errol was attached to the United States Army’s 75th Ranger Regiment while serving as a Special Agent for the FBI. While deployed to Afghanistan in 2010 with the 75th Ranger Regiment, Errol participated in extensive combat operations and was subsequently presented with the FBI’s second highest award for valor, the Shield of Bravery, for his actions on the battlefield.Errol left the FBI after 13 years of service to begin his leadership consulting firm, Leader 193, in 2016. Errol has worked with executives and teams from Fortune 100 companies, professional sports organizations, small technical startups, and individual executives across a vast array of industries around the world as the Founder of Leader 193.Learn More about Errol and Leader 193Find the video for this episode on the Vet Pivot YouTube channel.

Daniel Luna was born in Los Angeles, California on October 14th, 1977. After high school, he spent two years working for the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department prior to enlisting in January 1999. His initial sea tours were in Great Lakes where he conducted Boot Camp and QM A School. He classed up and graduated with BUDS class 228. He was assigned to San Diego, California at SEAL Team One where he served ten years and completed five deployments. These deployments included two tours in Iraq, two tours in Afghanistan, one tour in PACOM, and additional stints across various other countries for joint training. In 2010, Daniel Luna screened positive for Naval Special Warfare Development Group and continued various training and deployments while at that Command. His qualifications include Naval Special Warfare Instructor, Joint Terminal Air Controller, Breacher, Sniper, EMT, ASOT Level 2, AFO Operator, Static Line and Free Fall Jump Master, Range Safety Officer, and various other qualifications. His decorations include two Bronze Star Medals with Valor, Purple Heart, Defense Meritorious Service Medal, Joint Commendation Medal, four Navy and Marine Corps Commendation Medals with Valor, and other various unit and service awards. Daniel Luna has an Associate Degree in Oceanography Technology from Coastline Community College, a bachelor's degree in Organizational Leadership from the University of Charleston, a Master's in Leadership and Graduate Certificate in Leadership Coaching from Georgetown University. Having retired from the Navy in January 2019, Daniel Luna became a Managing Director of Strategic Solutions at The MFA Companies. He and his team of business advisors worked collaboratively across the Firm to create strategic out-of-the-box solutions designed to address complex problems facing enterprise customers and their leaders. Recently, he has started his own Company, 3LX LLC, where he continues to serve as a leadership consultant and coach and developing leadership products. In this episode, I spoke to Daniel Luna. Daniel is a retired Navy SEAL, founder, and CEO of 3LX. We talked about his experience in the service, mental health, leadership mentality, body language, the law of attraction, and mindset. Everyone is their own leader and the authors to their own story. I really enjoyed this episode. Check out Dan's work at: Website: team3lx.com IG: @dan.p.luna and @team_3lx Check out our website at www.thejuanonjuanpodcast.com Please shoot us a comment, rating, and follow us on social media! @thejuanonjuanpodcast Thank you for tuning in!

"Blessed is the one who perseveres under trial because, having stood the test, that person will receive the crown of life that the Lord has promised to those who love him." James 1:12 Today we talk to our Naval Academy classmate, Dan Cnossen, who has an incredible story and will motivate us all. Dan Cnossen was serving as the platoon commander for SEAL Team One in Afghanistan in September 2009 when he stepped on an IED (improvised explosive device) and was wounded in the explosion. The accident caused Cnossen to lose both of his legs just above the knee. He went through rehabilitation first at the Bethesda National Naval Medical Center and later at the Walter Reed National Military Medical Center where he learned to walk with his new prosthetics. Dan was awarded both a Purple Heart and a Bronze Star with Valor from the Secretary of the Navy for his service in combat. We talk about how Dan recovered from this life changing injury, how he pivoted and became a Paralympian to compete in the 2014 and 2018 winter games, winning the Gold Medal in the Biathalon in 2018 winter games, how he sets goals and the actionable steps to get there, how he has become a huge influence for other wounded warriors by telling his story, and how he continues to serve through multiple platforms, to include non-profit organizations like One More Wave and Classroom Champions, and working with the for-profit organization O2X to help other military and first responders with resilience training. Connect with Dan Cnossen on LinkedIn here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dan-cnoss... Check out One More Wave. Check out Classroom Champions. Check out O2X. Books that were discussed in this episode: The 4 Disciplines of Execution I Claudius The Way of Zen The Wisdom of Insecurity Join us at the Virtual Flip Hacking Live Conference. For more information on buying cash flowing rental properties go to: https://storehouse310turnkey.com/.

Join Stew Smith as he journeys into the life of former Navy SEAL and Government Contractor Jeff Byers and co-founder of FrogFuel (http://frogfuel.com). Jeff went to BUDs at 19 years old did two deployments with SEAL Team ONE, then made the transition into the intelligence community as an operator with over 50 deployments in 18 years! Now, he and fellow frogmen own the company called Frog Fuel which is a nano hydrolyzed collagen® based protein used by athletes, operators and even the medical community to assist with immune system function and would repair. Check out more information on Frog Fuel: ◻️Developed by Navy SEALs and a Stanford biochemist ◻️Proudly Made in America ◻️Super Portable. Ready-to-drink, no mixing required ◻️Complete protein that boosts immune system More links: Frog Fuel - https://frogfuel.com/ Pro T Gold - https://protgold.com/ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/frogfuelactual Check out other videos of combat swimmer stroke, workouts, and other spec ops related To, Through, and Afters at the podcast link at StewSmithFitness.com ( http://www.stewsmithfitness.com ) for more information about military, law enforcement, special ops, fire fighting training programs.

Errol Doebler served as Assistant Operations Officer onboard the USS Monongahela, Assistant Platoon Commander at SEAL Team FOUR, and a Platoon Commander at Seal Team ONE.After spending time in the private sector as a sales leader, Errol joined the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) where he investigated International Terrorist Organizations and also served as a member of the FBI's New York SWAT Team. Because of his background and experience, Errol was attached to the United States Army's 75th Ranger Regiment while serving as a Special Agent for the FBI. While deployed to Afghanistan in 2010 with the 75th Ranger Regiment, Errol participated in extensive combat operations and was subsequently presented with the FBI's second highest award for valor, the Shield of Bravery, for his actions on the battlefield.Errol left the FBI after 13 years of service to begin his leadership consulting firm, Leader 193, in 2016. Errol has worked with executives and teams from Fortune 100 companies, professional sports organizations, small technical startups, and individual executives across a vast array of industries around the world as the Founder of Leader 193

Errol Doebler is a 1991 Graduate of the United States Naval Academy in Annapolis, MD. During his time as a Naval Officer, Errol served as Assistant Operations Officer onboard the USS Monongahela, Assistant Platoon Commander at SEAL Team FOUR, and a Platoon Commander at Seal Team ONE. After spending time in the private sector as a sales leader, Errol joined the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) where he investigated International Terrorist Organizations out of the FBI's flagship office in New York City and also served as a member of the FBI's New York SWAT Team. Because of his background and experience, Errol was attached to the United States Army's 75th Ranger Regiment while serving as a Special Agent for the FBI. While deployed to Afghanistan in 2010 with the 75th Ranger Regiment, Errol participated in extensive combat operations and was subsequently presented with the FBI's second highest award for valor, the Shield of Bravery, for his actions on the battlefield. Errol left the FBI after 13 years of service to begin his leadership consulting firm, Leader 193, in 2016. Errol has worked with executives and teams from Fortune 100 companies, professional sports organizations, small technical startups, and individual executives across a vast array of industries around the world as the Founder of Leader 193. Get Errol's book here> https://leader193.com/the-process-art-and-science-of-leadership/ https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08BCNSSYR?ref_=pe_3052080_276849420 Today's episode is brought to you by Tailor Page Web Design. Get a fully customized and branded website, visit https://www.tailorpage.com/

Jeff Nichols http://www.performancefirstus.com and Stew Smith http://www.stewsmithfitness.com discuss each of their favorite book they have used in their past to grow and learn to be better people and well as other skill sets used in tactical applications. Complete List: Man’s Search for Meaning – Viktor Frankl On Killing | On Combat - David Grossman (2 books) SEAL Team One – Dick Couch – BUT read any book written by Navy SEAL Dick Couch Fiction • Seal Team One • Pressure Point • Silent Descent • Rising Wind • The Mercenary Option • Covert Action Non-fiction • The Warrior Elite: The Forging of SEAL Class 228 • U.S. Armed Forces Nuclear, Biological And Chemical Survival Manual 2003 • The Finishing School: Earning the Navy SEAL Trident • Down Range: Navy SEALs in the War on Terrorism • Chosen Soldier: The Making of A Special Forces Warrior • The Sheriff of Ramadi: Navy SEALs and the Winning of al-Anbar • A Tactical Ethic: Moral Conduct in the Insurgent Battlespace • Sua Sponte: The Forging of a Modern American Ranger • Always Faithful, Always Forward: The Forging of a Special Operations Marine • By Honor Bound: Two Navy SEALs, the Medal of Honor, and a Story of Extraordinary Courage Tom Norris and Mike Thornton, with Dick Couch Road to Character – David Brooks Spec Ops – Case Studies in Special Operations Warfare: Theory and Practice – William McRaven Ego is the Enemy – Ryan Holiday 501 Must Know Speeches – By Bounty Books 12 Rules to Life (an Antidote to Chaos) – Jordan Peterson The Power of Now – Eckhart Tolle The US Navy SEAL Survival Handbook – Don Mann The Warrior PATHH - Journal for Post Traumatic Growth https://www.bouldercrestretreat.org/w... Check out other videos of combat swimmer stroke, workouts, and other spec ops related training. See http://www.stewsmithfitness.com for more information about military, law enforcement, special ops, fire fighting training programs.

This week's guest on The David Johnson Show is Navy SEAL veteran, Craig Sawyer, aka ‘Sawman', who has transitioned from his Navy SEAL and counter-terrorism military career into working in television, the Internet, humanitarian non-profit work and mentoring young veterans on their post-military lives.  In the episode, Craig shares his story of how he started initially with the Marines, but moved into the Navy SEALs in his early 20s. Craig served in the Gulf War (1990-1991), gaining combat experience in Desert Shield and Desert Storm as an Operator at SEAL Team One.  He was later promoted to the Naval Special Warfare Development Group or 'SEAL Team 6', a Counter-Terrorism unit administered by US Naval Special Warfare Command.  In the early 2000s Craig transitioned to a new role with the U.S. Air Marshal program and spent most of the ‘00s in Air Marshal service.  His military operations skills helped him get chosen to lead a military commando team in Africa to halt rhino poachers. This started his work in TV production, movies, acting, voiceover work and more in the past decade on networks like Animal Planet, the Military Channel and The History Channel.  In recent years, Craig's humanitarian efforts have manifested in his work to combat child sex trafficking through his non-profit Vets4ChildRescue - https://vets4childrescue.org. “Craig's background is so amazing, it should really give hope to other military vets looking to make a mark after military service ends,” said David Johnson, host of “The David Johnson Show”. “Craig said to me recently, "I'm in my 50's and I'm just now finding the real passion in my life." That in and of itself is a powerful story. To be in the 50's, with everything he's done, to see him writing a new chapter is very inspiring. I hope our viewers feel the same.” “The David Johnson Show” is a national voice that talks about points of interest in the American military and veteran subculture. Each show episode showcases a different guest with a different story. Sign up to get notified of new episodes at: https://thedavidjohnsonshow.com and subscribe to our YouTube channel. Follow us: Website: https://thedavidjohnsonshow.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thedavidjohnsonshow/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/DavidJohnsonSho LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-david-johnson-show/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thedavidjohnsonshow/  #TDJS #TheDavidJohnsonShow #NavySEAL #CraigSawyer #podcast #veterans #military #veteranentrepreneur #militarytransition

Why Listen: I don’t really know what to say about today’s interview. Dan is a classmate of mine from the Naval Academy. I didn’t know him really well while I was there, but I knew of him. This interview really makes me wish I would have had the chance to get to know him better while we were in school together. We recorded this interview, and there were some technical difficulties and we got started a bit late, and I had another meeting right after it. It was actually a video conference that I have with my men’s group each week. So I hung up with Dan and went straight into this men’s group meeting. And we always start off these calls with a round the room check-in - each of the seven guys in my group takes five minutes to share what’s going on in their life. And I just knew I’d be picked to go first. And I was. And I was just coming from my conversation with Dan and the whole weight of our conversation hit me. And I got pretty emotional.    Dan made an enormous sacrifice in the service of our country. He paid a price for his choosing to keep our country safe. And he faced an incomprehensible recovery from that sacrifice - one in which he faced uncertainty, loss, and obstacles that it’s really hard for me to get my head around. And he approached this with a moment-by-moment presence that really shows the man he is. He came back from this loss to win the gold medal at the Paralympics - he made history in doing so. And through it all he maintains himself with such humility, such candor, and such honesty - it really made me feel humbled and honored to have him on the show, and to count him as a classmate. He has been hesitant to stand in the spotlight, to speak publicly about his experience. If you - like me - are touched by his story as I was, I hope that you reach out and let him know. I think he is an incredible human being with an inspiring message, and I cannot wait to see what is ahead for him.   At the end of our conversation, I ask Dan about organizations he would recommend listeners support. Each of them are listed in the show notes for this episode at BeyondTheUniform.org - I hope that you’ll check them out and consider supporting them.   About Dan: Cnossen is currently a graduate student at Harvard University, working towards a Master of Public Administration at the John F. Kennedy School of Government as well as a Master of Theological Studies at the Divinity School. In the 2018 at the Winter Paralympics , Dan created history in his second Paralympic appearance after claiming a gold medal in the men's 7.5km sitting biathlon event. In doing so he became the first American male and the second American ever to claim a gold medal in a biathlon event in either the Olympics or Paralympics.    Dan grew up on a fifth-generation family farm in Kansas. He attended the Naval Academy as part of the illustrious class of 2002, after which he served in the Navy as a SEAL. While serving as a platoon commander for SEAL Team One in Afghanistan in September 2009, Dan stepped on an IED (improvised explosive device) and was wounded in the explosion. The accident caused Cnossen to lose both his legs just above the knee. As you will hear in this interview, in both his recovery and achievements since then, Dan continues to be an inspiration to the military and non-military community.

The Honorable Ryan Zinke was born and raised in Montana and attended the University of Oregon. He then attended US Navy Officers Candidate School and completed Navy SEAL Training in 1985 and was assigned to SEAL Team ONE. Highlights of Commander Zinke's 23-year career in Special Operations includes two tours of duty at SEAL Team SIX, Acting Commander of Special Forces in Iraq, Task Force Commander in Bosnia and Kosovo, and served as the "Dean" of Special Warfare training. He was awarded the Bronze Star for combat in Iraq. He retired from active duty in 2008 and was elected as a Montana State Senator and later twice elected as Montana's sole member of the US House of Representatives. He served on the House Armed Services and Natural Resources committees. In 2016, Congressman Zinke was nominated by President Donald J. Trump and later confirmed by the US Senate to serve as the 52nd US Secretary of the Interior. As Secretary, he was a champion of restoring the voice of state and local communities in land and wildlife management decisions, established and protected wildlife corridors, budgeted for the largest investment in our Nation's history for National Parks, increased public access for recreation and traditional use, and was the principle architect of the American Energy "Dominance" policy. After 31 years of public service, President Trump accepted his resignation in 2019. The Honorable Ryan Zinke serves on numerous boards. He holds an MBA in Finance, an MS in Global Leadership, and a BS in Geology. Currently Secretary Zinke serves as a director of and consultant to U.S. Gold Corp. (www.USGoldCorp.gold). The audio of Secretary Zinke used for this podcast episode comes from a Live Investor Summit Mining Stock Educators LLC hosted on May 14th, 2019. 0:05 Introduction 1:24 Why Secretary Zinke joined U.S. Gold Corp. (USAU) 2:54 Comments on USA mining industry 5:59 With recent gold majors M&A, how does it affect USAU’s projects? 7:44 What will be Secretary Zinke’s role with USAU? 9:42 When you were Secretary of the Interior, was gold discussed as being a critical metal for the USA? 13:19 Can gold be considered a critical metal in an economic sense? 15:24 What would a democrat presidential win in 2020 mean for USAU and the USA’s mining sector? 17:18 What impact does the Barrick-Newmont Nevada JV have on USAU’s Keystone project? 19:14 At what stage would USAU consider a JV partner? 20:32 Legacy projects can carry significant liabilities 22:24 What can the mining industry do better to demonstrate its commitment to environmental stewardship? 25:49 Do you foresee increasing positive sentiment among Americans towards gold? 28:27 Do you see gold deposits being easier to find in the future? Sign up for our free newsletter and receive interview transcripts, stock profiles and investment ideas: http://eepurl.com/cHxJ39 The content found on MiningStockEducation.com is for informational purposes only and is not to be considered personal legal or investment advice or a recommendation to buy or sell securities or any other product. U.S. Gold Corp is an MSE sponsor.

From the Fighter Sweep website: Michael Rutledge is a 30 active duty year veteran with almost 12 years enlisted including a 3-year assignment as a Helicopter Rescue Swimmer, followed by 8 years as a Navy SEAL. While at SEAL Team One, he served as an M-60 gunner, Air Operations Specialist, Advanced Training Instructor and Platoon Leading Petty Officer. In 2002, Mike transferred to the U.S. Army to become a Warrant Officer Aviator. Upon graduation from flight school, he was directly assigned to the "Night Stalkers" of the 160th Special Operations Aviation Regiment (Airborne) where he served for 13 years as an MH-47G pilot. His current assignment is the Commander of the West Point Flight Detachment at the United States Military Academy. Mike is also an accomplished aviation author, consultant, speaker, and airshow pilot specializing in vintage WWII aircraft, as well as spending his summers flying crop dusters in the Midwest.

It's not often that we run across someone who goes from being a U.S. Navy SEAL and who then switch branches to the U.S. Army and become a 160th SOAR pilot! Meet Michael Rutledge and listen to his amazing story of how he was able to live a life of no regret. CW4 Michael G. Rutledge is the current Commander, 2nd Aviation Detachment, USMA as well as an MX400 instructor and mentor for the West Point Football, Swimming, Parachute Team, and Aviation Club. He enlisted in the U.S Navy in 1990 from Davenport, IA as a Naval Aircrewman and Helicopter Rescue Swimmer. In 1993, Rutledge was selected for Basic Underwater Demolition/SEAL Training. After graduation, he was assigned to SEAL Team ONE and an assignment at the Naval Special Warfare Center at Naval Amphibious Base, Coronado, CA as an Advanced Training Instructor. He completed three overseas deployments to include several contingency operations and was deployed during Sept 11th, 2001. In addition, he served as an M-60 gunner, explosive breacher, team leader, and air operations department head. Upon return from deployment in 2002, Rutledge was accepted to Army Warrant Officer Candidate School and follow-on training as an Army Aviator. In this episode, Michael joins Robert Gowin, Erich Martin, and Scott Johnson as he talks about not only his amazing military service, but about topics that focus on the importance of finding your tribe post military service, not living a life of regret, and how it's okay to fail greatly. Robert is a retired US Army Armor and Recruiter/Retention MSG turned Fortune 50 executive; Erich Martin is an active duty U.S. Army Special Forces Master Sergeant; Scott Johnson is a former British Army EOD and Sapper. Visit https://www.patreon.com/join/Mentors4mil? to become a patron of our podcast. Join our new closed Facebook Team Room at https://www.facebook.com/groups/mentors4mil Follow Mentors for Military: iTunes: https://apple.co/1WaEvbB Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3w4RiZBxBS8EDy6cuOlbUl PodBean: https://mentorsformilitary.podbean.com/ SoundCloud: www.soundcloud.com/mentors4mil Instagram: www.instagram.com/mentors4mil Twitter: www.twitter.com/mentors4mil Facebook: www.facebook.com/mentors4mil Homepage: www.mentorsformilitary.com Use Code Mentors4mil at www.SkeletonOptics.com to receive your discount.

On our 100th episode we bring you one of the most explosive episodes we have ever recorded. This is an exclusive conversation with a warrior who has focused his life on dismantling and eradicating child sex trafficking. Craig Sawyer, AKA “Sawman,” grew up near Houston, TX and got his tactical start in the U.S. Marine Corps. He quickly transitioned to the U.S. Navy to pursue high-level Special Operations as a U.S. Navy SEAL. As an Operator at SEAL Team One, Craig gained critical combat experience in Desert Shield and Desert Storm. After returning from Desert Storm, Craig served as a SEAL Sniper Instructor until being promoted to DEVGRU. While serving at SEAL Team One, Craig fought in various Martial Arts tournaments in South-East Asia, as well as SCARS (Special Combat Aggressive Reaction System) hand-to-hand training under Jerry Peterson and Lew Hicks. These experiences built upon his Martial Arts history of fighting various tournaments. After serving in the Navy, Craig signed on as one of the “Original 33” Federal Air Marshals, who were in place prior to the 9/11 attacks against the U.S. Craig remained there for 5 years reaching the management rank of J-Payband ATSAC (GS-14). At that point, Craig began contracting in the various combat zones, running tactical teams and protecting high-level U.S. Dignitaries. In the realm of “International High-Threat, Mobile Security”, Craig has served as Agent In Charge, contracting for the U.S. Dept of State and other U.S. Gov’t agencies running the specialized teams responsible for providing mobile security for their high-ranking officials while in high-threat war zones. Craig is also the founder of Vets4ChildRescue which is an organization focusing on rescuing kids from a 150 billion dollar industry of child sex trafficking. This is an exclusive interview where Sawman opens up about how human trafficking directly affected his life. Make no mistake about it, this is a very raw and emotional episode. We dive deep into how child trafficking continues to occur in record numbers and how our own country is the largest consumer. From Hollywood to the government these This is a very timely episode and one that must be shared so others could really understand the magnitude of human trafficking in this country. Don't Miss Out on The Most Powerful Event of The Year! The Conclave of Warriors in Miami Dec 1-2. Get Your Tickets asap at www.conclaveofwarriors.com Get all the show notes at https://www.manofwar.live/mow/100 Grab your FREE Warrior Manual at www.forgingawarrior.com/manual

I met Dan Cnossen on the red carpet at the Team USA awards back in April. I spoke to him about the opportunity to represent the United States in a different uniform and his experience with adaptive sports. Hour later, he was named 2018 Male Paralympic Athlete of the Games. Dan was nice enough to agree to a podcast interview, and connected with me a few weeks ago to record. We talked about everything from his time in the Navy to accepting that his injury meant leaving the service to becoming a gold medalist. About Dan: Lt. Cmdr. Dan Cnossen was serving as the platoon commander for SEAL Team One in Afghanistan in September 2009 when he stepped on an IED (improvised explosive device) and was wounded in the explosion. The accident caused Cnossen to lose both his legs just above the knee. Cnossen went through rehabilitation, first at the Bethesda National Naval Medical Center, and later at the Walter Reed National Military Medical Center, where he learned to walk with his new prosthetics. Cnossen was awarded both a Bronze Star with Valor from the Secretary of the Navy for his service in combat.

Dan Cerrillo "Taco" is a former US Navy Seal.  Dan Served at both SEAL Team One and Seven.  Seal Team Seven was commissioned on March 17, 2002, and Dan was one of the first members(Plankowner).  He also served as a Naval Special Warfare Advanced and Special Operations Master Training Specialist. After leaving the SEAL Teams, this hairy chested frogman spent two years doing high-risk government security details and then moved onto High Net Worth Family Protection Details. Dan has been a very successful business entrepreneur where he owned and operated 4-Elite Athlete training facilities and has helped NFL, MLB, Olympic and Special Operations Candidates achieve unmatched levels of success. Since he's been out of the Seal Teams,  he was able to mentor, train, and assist 32 Basic Underwater Demolition Seal Training(BUD/S) candidates into the Teams.  Dan also coaches high school football and as a coach for the Bellevue Wolverines he was part of a 67-0 staff that won 6-state back to back titles. Today, Dan continues to coach hand selected Pre-Special Operations Forces(SOF) candidates and selected NFL Athletes.  He coaches his sons' football team as well as working on a Global Support Humanitarian Aid Team. Dan lives a life of anonymity but has allowed us an uncut look into his mindset, his ethos and the mindset that has helped him assist over 100 world class athletes achieve their dreams. This episode is brought to you by StrikeForce Energy. An energy drink packet that goes with water or your favorite beverage. This was designed by Navy SEALs for their brothers on the battlefield so do we really need to say anything more? Go buy some. Put in the code “WARRIOR” and save 20% on your order. Warrior Mindset Podcast is also brought to you by Trutankless. Trutankless is a water heater for the modern world. Your 55-gallon tank water heater is old technology. It’s time to get an update. This will save you ~25% on your water bill. I have one in my house, and we have saved around 35% on our total water bill. No kidding. This unit sits on the wall, and you can control the temperature and many other things from an app on your phone. Click on the hyperlink and get yourself a FREE quote.  

Randy Hetrick is a fierce competitor. He’s driven to perform at the highest level — in whatever he does. After college, he entered the Navy and joined SEAL Team One, where he had a 14-year career, ending as a Lieutenant Commander, leading a squadron at the SEAL special missions unit. On a mission in Southeast Asia, Randy took his old Jiu-jitsu belt, anchored to a backdrop, and started what we now refer to as "Suspension Training". After his time as a SEAL, he applied and got into the Stanford Graduate School of Business where he learned how to start a company, raise money, and grow. Having learned how to sew as a SEAL, to modify gear, he spent the summer of Stanford perfecting his prototypes and shortly after graduating, incorporated TRX Systems. Today, TRX is in over 40,000 gyms worldwide, and is used by all professional sports leagues and teams. Randy's a dear friend of mine. We went the distance on starting a company, managing people, dealing with failure, acknowledging "gaps", and leaning into the "gots." Hosted by professional athlete and entrepreneur, Suiting Up Podcast is a show that explores the psychology, playbook of tools, and strategies of the most influential people in sports, entrepreneurship, and entertainment.  Join the 2018 TRX Training Summit. Also, thanks to our sponsors, ZipRecruiter and Mattress Firm. Try ZipRecruiter for free HERE, and head to mattressfirm.com/podcast to get the play-by-play on how you can monumentally improve your sleep today, tonight and tomorrow.

  We’ve all heard how difficult it can be to become a Navy SEAL – the physical challenges alone can make or break one’s success. Today’s guest and host of The Unbeatable Mind podcast, Mark Divine, had that part covered, but he ensured his success by mastering his thoughts as well.   From a disempowered background and core story, Mark didn’t always have dreams of becoming a Navy SEAL. In fact, he actually had a successful career as a CPA, but he longed for something more that also appealed to his athletic side.   Tune in to find out how Mark shifted his thought patterns and discarded those that didn’t work to accomplish his goals then and how he continues to apply those skills in his life and businesses now. I love how Mark’s approach links the heart and mind – you’re going to be amazed at just how simple it can be once you can quiet your mind and focus on one task at a time.   --      Questions Asked in This Episode: What led you to begin you Zen practice? What were some of the core beliefs of your family? What was the driver to become a Navy SEAL? Why did you find the process of becoming a Navy SEAL to be “easier?” If someone is feeling disempowered, what would you recommend for a visualization? What goes on in regard to training at your retreats? How can you break through mentally? What are you most excited about right now?   In This Episode We Talk about: How Mark went from CPA to Navy SEAL Mark’s Zen and meditation practice Changing the patterns of your thoughts from disempowering to empowering What it means to “practice on the bench” The BIG Four Skills (1. Breath Control 2. Maintaining, Managing and Curating Positive Direction of Emotions and Thinking 3. Always Hold an Image of What Success Looks Like and 4. Front Sight Focus) The importance and power of visualization Integrative training with mind and heart The Box-Breathing technique Disengaging from past events to free up energy The different levels of resiliency   Quotes:   “When I started asking better questions, then I started to get different answers.”   “The absence of thought is when the answers came to me.”   “Use your imagination to see a version of you that’s whole.”   “If you can see it, you can speak it and then you can believe it.”   “Create a positive memory of the future.”   “Sever the negative energy of the past so you can attract the force of the future which pulls you toward the future.”   “We always have value and a gift to give, no matter what happens to use, as long as we’re here.”   -- Mark is from upstate New York and did his formal undergraduate education at Colgate University. His years at Colgate University were focused on athletic endeavors such as competitive swimming, rowing and triathlon racing, interrupted by brief episodes of academic activity. After graduation from "the Gate" Mark started his professional career as a CPA with Coopers & Lybrand in New York City. Clients included luminous and no-longer existent financial firms such as Solomon Brothers and Paine Webber.  Four years later, with an MBA from NYU Stern School of Business in his briefcase, he left behind the suit to pursue his inner vision to become a Navy SEAL officer. He was 26 when he graduated as Honor Man (#1 ranked trainee) of his SEAL BUD/s class 170. Mark was fortunate to serve with many great men and women on active duty for nine years and in the reserves for eleven...retiring at the rank of Commander in 2011. After leaving active duty in 1997, Mark started his second business career as an entrepreneur. He co-founded the successful Coronado Brewing Company and launched NavySEALs.com in the same year he left active duty. To this day, it is the leading website for gear and information about the SEALs.  Mark's business career was interrupted by a stint as an Adjunct Professor of Leadership at the University of San Diego, where he was pursuing his Doctorate in Leadership, then by a one-year recall to active duty in 2004. The recall took him to Baghdad with SEAL Team One to conduct a special project for Naval Special Warfare Command surrounding the role of the USMC in Special Operations. While in Iraq, Mark developed Kokoro Yoga, which allows you to see, feel, hear, and live the goal you are looking to achieve through warrior visualization.  In 2007 he launched his CrossFit affiliate and the now internationally known SEALFIT program to provide transformational personal and team training experiences. The training utilizes an integrated warrior development model he developed, called Unbeatable Mind, which draws from his 20 years as a SEAL and business leader, 25 years as a martial artist and 15 years as yoga practitioner.  He now hosts a highly rated podcast on iTunes called Unbeatable Mind. SEALFIT and Unbeatable Mind are uniquely effective at elevating clients to a higher level of operating, thinking and leading - encompassing the full spectrum of human experience: Body, Mind and Spirit in Self, Team and Organization. Mark advises and trains a diverse group of clients through his Unbeatable Mind and SEALFIT programs including: Olympic medalists, CEOs, Superbowl champions and other professional athletes.    Resources:   The Unbeatable Mind Podcast https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/the-unbeatable-mind-podcast-with-mark-divine/id955637330?mt=2   UnbeatableMind.com SealFit.com Books: The Unbeatable Mind by Mark Divine http://a.co/36s1ZH8   The Way of the Seal by Mark Divine http://a.co/c0ncWFr IG: @sealfit Checkout my website at https://loriharder.com. Follow me on social media @LoriHarder on Instagram and Lori Harder on Facebook.

Rear Admiral Kerry Metz (USN, Ret.) started his career as a Navy SEAL, and eventually served as the first commander of Special Operations Command North. In this discussion, Kerry talked about career success, career setbacks, and how “you can’t be a shiny penny without a few wire brushings!” Kerry shares his 5 H’s when it comes to leadership: honor, honesty, humility, humor, and happiness. He discusses the differences and similarities between the military, sports teams, business, and the shared commonality regarding leadership. Listen in to gain insights from a modern-day, intellectual warrior. Key Takeaways [3:01] Kerry progressed as a SEAL from the tactical area, through operational roles, and then to the strategic level as an admiral. The Special Forces, SEALs, and Rangers are tests for the human body and mind to do 10 times more than they think they can.  [5:48] A good team requires a common purpose or mission. Next, comes a shared experience or sacrifice. Everyone contributes to the best of their ability. These are the ingredients for a high-performing team. [7:33] Kerry talks about sacrifice in a startup. Employees sacrifice high salary for shares. Founders are often on the road more than most executives, for a later payoff. Sacrificing now gives you future options. [9:25] Kerry discusses how Naval officers achieve rank. Evaluations are not only for what they have done, but also their potential. Leadership is developing the leaders behind you. If something happens to you, the one behind you has to step up and take your place. [13:29] Kerry talks about his advancement. He was passed over for Lieutenant Commander once, but not the second time. When he was up for Commander, it also took two times. But he made One Star Admiral before his contemporaries. Kerry follows five ‘H’s: Honor, Honesty, Humility, Humor, and Happiness.  [21:13] Military groups fight in a mission to win or lose; sports teams play a game to win; but business can be a long slog. He cites Admiral Jim Stavridis, who said to be open, honest, and collegial, and Admiral Michael Mullen, who said to listen, learn, and lead. Leaders who apply these principles will lead well. [25:49] Competition among peers is healthy if it is balanced with cooperation. Leaders should lead people the way they need to be led. Some need a push, some need a pat on the back. Tell the contributors how they are doing, and what they need to do to be on the mark. [29:44] In 1989, Kerry tells a hard leadership lesson he learned as the Team Commander of SEAL Team One when they deployed to the Philippines.  [37:27] Put people in the right spot for them, nurture them, and empower them, and they will surpass your expectations and surprise you with their achievements.  [41:42] No one starts at the top. He would like to help others have a smoother ride, go further, and go faster. The world needs leaders to handle complexity.   LinkedIn: Kerry M. Metz Navy Bio:  Navy.mil/navydata/bios/navybio_ret.asp?bioID=655 Interview: Defensemedianetwork.com/stories/interview-with-rear-admiral-kerry-m-metz-us-navy Hall of Valor: Valor.militarytimes.com/recipient.php?recipientid=315229   Quotable Quotes Whatever you can do, think 10 times that. You are capable of it. Don’t let someone else determine where you’re going. You determine where you’re going. Stay on that path. You’re going to get through that obstacle. You’ve just got to keep trying. A high-performing team has a common purpose, a shared sacrifice, and everyone contributing to their best ability. “A good leader can get the most of his personnel even that aren’t going all the way to the top.” The bottom line is sustained superior performance. If something happens to you, the one behind you has to take your place. If they’re not ready, then that’s your fault. “If you’re doing something that you absolutely hate, my suggestion is, do something [about it].” “You can’t be a shiny penny without a few wire brushings, and I got more than my share.” The simplest solution is not always the best if there are unknown factors. Always listen to input.   Bio Rear Adm. Kerry Metz holds a Bachelor of Science in Business from the University of Colorado at Boulder and a Master of Business Administration from the University of Denver. He completed courses at the Air Command and Staff College, the Armed Forces Staff College and the Defense Language Institute. Commissioned via the Aviation Officer Candidate School in October 1984 and after a very brief time in aviation, he was assigned to the surface fleet where he served on USS Enhance (MSO 437). Transferring to Naval Special Warfare, he completed Basic Underwater Demolition/SEAL training with Class 149 in April 1988. He served in both Naval Special Warfare and Joint Special Operations assignments. Previous commands include a Naval Special Warfare Task Unit, a Joint Task Force, Naval Special Warfare Group 11, and six Naval Special Warfare Reserve Units. His service overseas includes multiple deployments to Operations Enduring Freedom and Iraqi Freedom. Metz served as the first commander of Special Operations Command North, a subordinate unified command of U.S. Special Operations Command under the operational control of U.S. Northern Command. Promoted to rear admiral in October 2011, he served first as the deputy commander and then as interim commander of Special Operations Command Central from September 2011 to July 2013. Books mentioned in this episode Authentic Leadership: Rediscovering the Secrets to Creating Lasting Value, by Bill George The Littlest Green Beret: On Self-Reliant Leadership, by Jan Rutherford Hillbilly Elegy: A Memoir of a Family and Culture in Crisis, by J. D. Vance Devotion: An Epic Story of Heroism, Friendship, and Sacrifice, by Adam Makos When Breath Becomes Air, by Paul Kalanithi Make Your Bed: Little Things That Can Change Your Life...And Maybe the World, by William H. McRaven Let My People Go Surfing: The Education of a Reluctant Businessman, by Yvon Chouinard The Death of Expertise: The Campaign Against Established Knowledge and Why it Matters, by Thomas M. Nichols Letters from a Stoic, by Lucius Annaeus Seneca Moonwalking with Einstein: The Art and Science of Remembering Everything, by Joshua Foer Team of Teams: New Rules of Engagement for a Complex World, by General Stanley McChrystal and Tantum Collins Start with Why: How Great Leaders Inspire Everyone to Take Action, by Simon Sinek The Secret Knowledge of Water: Discovering the Essence of the American Desert, by Craig Childs Younger Next Year: Live Strong, Fit, and Sexy — Until You’re 80 and Beyond, by Chris Crowley and Henry S. Lodge  

Mark is from upstate New York and did his formal undergraduate education at Colgate University. His years at Colgate University were focused on athletic endeavors such as competitive swimming, rowing and triathlon racing, interrupted by brief episodes of academic activity. After graduation from “the Gate” Mark started his professional career as a CPA with Coopers & Lybrand in New York City. Clients included luminous and no-longer existent financial firms such as Solomon Brothers and Paine Webber. Four painful years later, with an MBA from NYU Stern School of Business in his briefcase, he left behind the suit to pursue his inner vision to become a Navy SEAL officer. He was 26 when he graduated as honor-man (#1 ranked trainee) of his SEAL BUD/s class 171. Mark was fortunate to serve with many great men and women on active duty for nine year and in the reserves for eleven…retiring at the rank of Commander in 2011. After leaving active duty in 1997, Mark started his second business career as an entrepreneur. He co-founded the successful Coronado Brewing Company and launched NavySEALs.com in the year he left the active duty Navy. NavySEALs.com is the leading web site for gear and information about the SEALs. US Tactical was next, gaining contracts with Naval Special Warfare Group ONE for training support, and the Navy Recruiting Command for a nationwide mentoring program for SEAL, SWCC, EOD and Diver candidates. Mark's business career was interrupted by a stint as an Adjunct Professor of Leadership at the University of San Diego, where he was pursuing his Doctorate in Leadership, then by a one year recall to active duty in 2004. The recall took him to Baghdad with SEAL Team One to conduct a special project for Naval Special Warfare Command surrounding the role of the USMC in Special Operations. In 2007 he launched his CrossFit affiliate and the now internationally known SEALFIT program to provide transformational personal and team training experiences. The training utilizes an integrated warrior development model he developed, called Unbeatable Mind, which draws from his 20 years as a SEAL and business leader, 25 years as a martial artist and 15 years as yoga practitioner.

New York Times best-selling author of “American Sniper” Scott McEwen joined us to discuss Ryan Zinke, the co-author, and subject of his latest book “American Commander.” McEwin teamed with Zinke — a former SEAL Team Six Commander and the only US Navy SEAL in Congress — to write a book about the now-politician’s life. Zinke is also Donald Trump’s pick for Secretary of the Interior. Zinke’s military career began in 1985 when he graduated from Officer Candidate School and attended SEAL training (BUDS class 136). He was first assigned to SEAL Team One in Coronado, California, then was later selected for SEAL Team Six where he was a Team Leader and a commander. As McEwin tells it, after a decade of service, Zinke was assigned as Deputy and Acting Commander of Combined Joint Special Operations for Operation Iraqi Freedom where he led a force of over 3,500 Special Operations personnel. In 2006 he was awarded two Bronze Stars. An author experienced in telling the stories of high-level special operators, McEwin goes on to explain how Zinke retired from active duty 2008 after serving 23 years as a Navy SEAL. Zinke later ran for Congress and was sworn into the House of Representatives on January 6, 2015, and became the first Navy SEAL in the House.

Mark Divine is from upstate New York and did his formal undergraduate education at Colgate University. His years at Colgate University were focused on the athletic endeavors of competitive swimming, rowing and triathlon racing.   Mark pursued a Ph.D. in Leadership at the University of San Diego and served as an Adjunct Professor of Leadership in their undergraduate school. The Doctorate was interrupted by a one-year recall to active duty for Operation Iraqi Freedom.   The recall took him to Baghdad in 2004 with SEAL Team One to conduct a special project studying the future role of the USMC in the Special Operations Command. Upon return home he left USD to focus on developing SEALFIT and put his Unbeatable Mind training philosophy to work on a new generation of Special Ops candidates.   I've been a big fan of Mark's training and life philosophy for years -- and his message resonates deeply with what I believe in. In this episode, we discuss the state of Men in 2016, the 5 mountains of becoming a warrior, how to transcend the physical and mental to develop the union of heart and mind called Kokoro, the power of silence and meditation and so much more.   If you enjoyed this episode of the Academy, we'd deeply appreciate a subscribe and review on iTunes and sharing it with your friends, you can also grab your FREE Resist Average Blueprint, a 10 page PDF designed to help you get clear and achieve unthinkable clarity and results starting today.   iTunes  Android Stitcher   www.ResistAverageAcademy.com

Mark Divine left behind the suit and a comfortable, predictable life to pursue his inner vision to become a Navy SEAL officer. He was 26 when he graduated as honor-man (#1 ranked trainee) of his SEAL BUD/s class 171. Mark was fortunate to serve with many great men and women on active duty for nine year and in the reserves for eleven...retiring at the rank of Commander in 2011. After leaving active duty in 1997, Mark started his second business career as an entrepreneur. He co-founded the successful Coronado Brewing Company and launched NavySEALs.com in the year he left the active duty Navy. NavySEALs.com is the leading web site for gear and information about the SEALs. US Tactical was next, gaining contracts with Naval Special Warfare Group ONE for training support, and the Navy Recruiting Command for a nationwide mentoring program for SEAL, SWCC, EOD and Diver candidates. Mark's business career was interrupted by a stint as an Adjunct Professor of Leadership at the University of San Diego, where he was pursuing his Doctorate in Leadership, then by a one year recall to active duty in 2004. The recall took him to Baghdad with SEAL Team One to conduct a special project for Naval Special Warfare Command surrounding the role of the USMC in Special Operations. In 2007 he launched his CrossFit affiliate and the now internationally known SEALFIT program to provide transformational personal and team training experiences. The training utilizes an integrated warrior development model he developed, called Unbeatable Mind, which draws from his 20 years as a SEAL and business leader, 25 years as a martial artist and 15 years as yoga practitioner. SEALFIT and Unbeatable Mind are uniquely effective at elevating clients to a higher level of operating, thinking and leading - encompassing the full spectrum of human experience - Body, Mind and Spirit in Self, Team and Organization.

Craig “Sawman” Sawyer is a U.S. Marine and U.S. Navy SEAL, decorated for “Heroic Service” in combat while operating at SEAL Team One and DEVGRU. With a wide background in military spec ops, unarmed combat, federal law enforcement and high-threat diplomatic protection, Sawman founded his company, "TACTICAL INSIDER" under which he now trains our military, law enforcement and law-abiding citizens to be more effective in stopping the bad guys.He also trains Hollywood actors for their tactical film roles in telling the stories of our nation's heroes. With additional efforts against endangered wildlife poaching in Africa, developing better weapons and equipment for our war fighters and exposing human trafficking, TACTICAL INSIDER is all about making a positive impact, per Sawman's personal ethos.Regardless of which project he's working on at the moment, Craig is out to make a difference  Jim Erwin has built his entire career on one premise to protect. He is a veteran of the U.S. Special Operations Forces,Including service as 1st SFOD-D (Delta) Operator. Provided close protection and security for high-profiled clientele. Erwin is a certified FBI Advanced Firearms Instructor,Has earned several instructor certifications for the NRA. Entered the U.S. Army, eager to earn his place in the 2nd Ranger Battalion (75th Ranger Regiment) at Fort Lewis, WA. Erwin was awarded the Distinguished Honor Graduate of his U.S. Army Sniper Course and served as the ranking NCO for a military free-fall unit. Erwin accepted an invitation to participate in the 1st SFOD-D selection course - where he was ultimately one of five candidates chosen from a class of nearly 100.As a member of Team U.S. Elite,Erwin is able to expand his role as a protection specialist to a diverse group – from tactical shooters to active duty members to athletes or anyone else.

Mark Divine is from upstate New York and did his formal undergraduate education at Colgate University. His years at Colgate University were focused on the athletic endeavors of competitive swimming, rowing and triathlon racing. Mark pursued a Ph.D. in Leadership at the University of San Diego and served as an Adjunct Professor of Leadership in their undergraduate school. The Doctorate was interrupted by a one-year recall to active duty for Operation Iraqi Freedom. The recall took him to Baghdad in 2004 with SEAL Team One to conduct a special project studying the future role of the USMC in the Special Operations Command. Upon his return home he left USD to focus on developing SEALFIT and put his Unbeatable Mind training philosophy to work on a new generation of Special Ops candidates. You will learn all about this amazing program and more in this exclusive interview!

Mark Divine is from upstate New York and did his formal undergraduate education at Colgate University. His years at Colgate University were focused on the athletic endeavors of competitive swimming, rowing and triathlon racing. Mark pursued a Ph.D. in Leadership at the University of San Diego and served as an Adjunct Professor of Leadership in their undergraduate school. The Doctorate was interrupted by a one-year recall to active duty for Operation Iraqi Freedom. The recall took him to Baghdad in 2004 with SEAL Team One to conduct a special project studying the future role of the USMC in the Special Operations Command. Upon his return home he left USD to focus on developing SEALFIT and put his Unbeatable Mind training philosophy to work on a new generation of Special Ops candidates. You will learn all about this amazing program and more in this exclusive interview!