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Rapid-fire Q and A submitted from the listeners! A variety of topics with a five-minute time cap per answer, sometimes. 1. How do I balance my hatred for war with my appreciation and reverence for soldiers 2. I spend too much time thinking of/worrying about my sons' death, how can I stop thinking about these things 3. Can you be friends with people you are charged with leading 4. I am a terrible procrastinator, any advice or tips 5. What did you look for in a good BUD/s student and what makes a good Team guy Enjoy

Josh grew up in Lincoln, Montana on the edge of the Bob Marshall Wilderness. At the age of 11 Josh's baseball coach, Rick Dunkerley began teaching him how to make knives. About a year later, Josh began putting a shop together at his home, and at the age of 12 he joined the American Bladesmith Society. Over the next few years, Josh began forging and honing his craft. At 15 years old, Josh passed the Journeyman bladesmith test in Atlanta, Georgia at the Blade Show. Josh became the youngest bladesmith to ever pass this test. The Journeyman test is a two part process. A test blade must be forged and heat treated with the capabilities to chop a 1" rope in half, 2- 2x4's in half and then still shave hair. Once the cutting tests are done the blade must be able to bend 90 degrees in a vise without breaking. After passing the performance test the maker must present 5 knives to a panel of Mastersmith Judges. Each knife is examined closely to ensure the knife is made to the highest standard of craftsmanship. Josh contin

Rapid-fire Q and A submitted from the listeners! A variety of topics with a five-minute time cap per answer, sometimes. 1. Is it worth pursuing a career that takes from me the things I value the most 2. How do you prepare for the death of a loved one 3. Do you think you could have done your previous job without the ability to "stuff your feelings down" 4. My dad is crazy, how do I have a healthy relationship with him 5. How to know when it is time to hang up the spurs Enjoy

Jeff Depatie served with Joint Task Force 2 as a sniper/assaulter. JTF2 is known as Canada's "Jewel in the Crown" of special operations and they hold the current record for the longest confirmed kill at an amazing 3,540 meters. Jeff has spent years of his life in deserts, jungles, extreme cold, and other hardly inhabitable geographies. He has been a student and a seeker of adventure and human possibility. After leaving the military, Jeff created a company called The Special Forces Experience, which is a highly tailored process designed for men who have achieved their own version of excellence but want to know how far they can really push their limits. Ten Thousand HelloFresh Better Help Acre Gold

It's hard to believe that it has been 1 year of Friday Q and A sessions. To celebrate I open with reading some of the worst reviews of my podcast, and providing some feedback to the reviewers. Then, of course, it is time for listener submitted Q and A. 1. Should I have a minimum number of extra-curricular activities for my kids 2. Do you think that BJJ is good for kids, why? 3. I have a friend that drinks too much, but is a high performer. How can I help him and balance being both supportive and loyal 4. How did you make peace with your mother's death 5. Why are you agnostic Enjoy

Mike spent 18 years in the US Army and as a government contractor for OGA (Other Government Agency). He served as a SGM (Sergeant Major) in Special Forces in various positions and deployed multiple times to combat theaters. He is an expert in Counter-Terrorism, security, and crisis management operations and is the host of the Fieldcraft Survival Podcast on iTunes and Soundcloud. Mike is an avid outdoorsman, overland, traveler, and hunter. He has a bachelor's degree in Homeland Security and resides in Utah, where he is the CEO of Fieldcraft Survival. Helix Sleep Athletic Greens Magic Spoon Acre Gold

You know the deal, rapid-fire Q and A submitted by the listeners. My co-host today is the senior member of the Stumpf clan, my dad. 1. Biggest hopes and fears for your children 2. How to find the balance between providing guidance and allowing children to find their own way 3. How did you keep your emotions in check while your son was deployed overseas 4. Noticeable cultural, political, or socio-economical differences between today and the era you grew up in 5. What would you do with your life if you could go back to being 25 but you were guaranteed to live to your current age 6. How did your dad move on after losing your mom to cancer 7. What part of fatherhood has been the most challenging 8. Is it possible to find happiness again after loss Enjoy

Eddie Gallagher is a retired Navy SEAL. He received national attention when he was charged with war crimes in September of 2018, and subsequently acquitted in July of 2019. Eddie served for 20 years and completed 8 deployments, including tours to both Afghanistan and Iraq. Audible Better Help Acre Gold

You know the deal, rapid-fire Q and A submitted by the listeners. My co-host today is a relationship and tactical expert...Mike Glover! 1. How to stay married as a member of the military/first responder 2. If we could go back in time and fight in any war, which war would it be 3. Would we consider returning to Iraq or Afghanistan in a non-combat/tourist capacity 4. The top 3 things to consider to encourage a culture of preparedness 5. Mike's go-to fast food stop, and specific order 6. As an Asian American, how does Mike deal with racism 7. What are you going to do if they come for your AR's Enjoy

Robb Wolf, a former research biochemist is the 2X New York Times/WSJ Best Selling author of The Paleo Solution and Wired To Eat. Robb has transformed the lives of hundreds of thousands of people around the world via his top-ranked iTunes podcast, books, and seminars. Robb has functioned as a review editor for the Journal of Nutrition and Metabolism (Biomed Central) and as a consultant for the Naval Special Warfare Resiliency program. He serves on the board of Directors/Advisors for: Specialty Health Inc, The Chickasaw Nation's "Unconquered Life" initiative, and a number of innovative start-ups with a focus on health and sustainability. Robb holds a brown belt in Brazilian Jiu-jitsu and is a former California State Powerlifting Champion (565 lb. Squat, 345 lb. Bench, 565 lb. Dead Lift) and a 6-0 amateur kickboxer. Wolf has provided seminars in nutrition and strength & conditioning to a number of entities including NASA, Naval Special Warfare, the Canadian Light Infantry, and the United States Marine Corps.

Rapid-fire Q and A submitted from the listeners! A variety of topics with a five-minute time cap per answer. 1. Removing troops from Afghanistan and the "forever war." 2. What can I do to support my spouse who sees death in the ICU 3. Advice for someone going out the door on their first deployment 4. How do I balance being happy and wanting more 5. My teenage son is struggling, how can I best support him 6. What happened to logical thinking Enjoy

Thomas Nybo is a photographer and filmmaker who travels the world telling the stories of people in vulnerable and dangerous situations, whether it's the earthquake in Haiti, Ebola in the Congo, poverty in Afghanistan or ethnic cleansing along the Myanmar/Bangladesh border. He's worked in more than 100 countries for UNICEF, The New York Times, Frontline and other clients. He's a regular guest on CNN and was an embedded war reporter in Iraq. HelloFresh Better Help Feals LMNT

Rapid-fire Q and A submitted from the listeners! A variety of topics with a five-minute time cap per answer. 1. I disagree with your stance on drugs, they are not a victimless crime 2. My parents want me to see a counselor, I don't feel like I need to, why should I 3. My sister needs help with drug addiction, what should I/my family do 4. Why do many SEALs say that the best skill they learned was "how to learn," and how do you do that 5. How can you still support marriage after going through a divorce 6. I miss the structure and ethos I found while serving in the military, how do I find it in the "civilian world" 7. How do I lead a team that makes mistakes Enjoy

Mickey Schuch is the owner and an instructor at Carry Trainer, an organization designed to provide a holistic approach to self-defense and firearms training. Mickey is a firearm instructor for Pistol, Rifle, Shotguns, Personal Protection Inside the Home and Personal Protection Outside the Home, a Range Safety Officer, and a member of the Illinois Tactical Officers Association. Carry Trainer provides real solutions for real problems. It is incumbent upon individuals, businesses, and organizations to protect and defend innocent life. Carry Training provides training for individuals who are looking to make themselves the best that they can be. There is much more to self-defense than obtaining a permit to carry a gun. Training in any martial skill is more than attending a class, it is a lifestyle choice and the decision to exercise the right of arming oneself for the defense of themselves and family should not be taken lightly. Bullets cannot be called back once loosed from the gun. Safety is not an inherent trai

Rapid-fire Q and A submitted from the listeners! A variety of topics with a five-minute time cap per answer. 1. How do you handle individuals in larger groups that refuse to put in effort and are a pain in the ass 2. What are the best things to have come from 2020, can they be extended into 2021 3. I work with racists and want to feed them razor blades, what should I do 4. How would you have handled the Boulder CO situation had you been there Enjoy

Jon Boone is a black belt in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and a recent transplant to the Flathead Valley of Montana. Originally from Canada, he emigrated to the United States, found BJJ and dove in headfirst, eventually opening his own academy. Like many affected by the pandemic, he is re-inventing himself with his love for French cuisine with his company Salt and Butter. Travis Davison is the vice president of Straight Blast Gym International, the owner of multiple SBG facilities, and a 20 + year BJJ practitioner as well as my coach. For those that think that these episodes are only about Jiu-Jitsu, you could not be more mistaken. Often times we talk more about life than anything that happens on the mat. Enjoy

Rapid-fire Q and A submitted from the listeners! A variety of topics with a five-minute time cap per answer. 1. I'm an alcoholic, what should I do 2. I can't afford a mental health professional, do you have any other recommendations 3. How can I be more supportive of my partner 4. How do you argue against the anti 2A crowd 5. Help dealing with anxiety Enjoy Stereo

Jack Carr led special operations teams as a Team Leader, Platoon Commander, Troop Commander and Task Unit Commander. Over his 20 years in Naval Special Warfare he transitioned from an enlisted SEAL sniper to a junior officer leading assault and sniper teams in Iraq and Afghanistan, to a platoon commander practicing counterinsurgency in the southern Philippines, to commanding a Special Operations Task Unit in the most Iranian influenced section of southern Iraq throughout the tumultuous drawdown of U.S. Forces. Now a New York Times bestselling author, his fourth book in the James Reece action/thriller series, The Devil's Hand is preparing to release April 13th. For more information about Jack, check out: https://www.officialjackcarr.com Allform Magic Spoon BetterHelp Ladder Life Insurance

Rapid-fire Q and A submitted from the listeners! A variety of topics with a five-minute time cap per answer. 1. My wife had been financially irresponsible and I'm crushed, what should I do 2. I wanted to be a SEAL my entire life but never enlisted. How can I test myself in similar ways 3. How can I enjoy my freedoms without being a complete dumbass 4. I love my girlfriend, her family hates my guts, what should I do 5. Surgeon or PJ, which one should I do Enjoy Christensen Arms

Rory Mckernan is a true renaissance man. Born in Texas, then spreading his wings to Jackson Hole and then guiding in Alaska before finding CrossFit and then spending 13 years as a content producer and host of the CrossFit Games. Currently, he is a freelance broadcast host and author, as well as the sports agent and director of business development for Rich Froning, Haley Adams, and Mayhem Nation. Enjoy