Green Beret Horseman Mark Nutsch and Bestselling Author Jim DeFelice
On this week’s podcast, Rad welcomes Mark Nutsch and Jim DeFelice. Mark served as a Green Beret and led one of the first Special Forces teams into Afghanistan after 9/11. Mark was trained in unconventional warfare, from using foreign weapons to adapting to riding on horseback. He recalls an amazing scene of their local allies on horseback charging against columns of Taliban tanks and leading his team through the harshest conditions just to survive. Jim is the author or co-author of sixteen New York Times bestselling books, including American Sniper, Everyman a Hero, and Swords of Lightning which he co-wrote with Mark. He shares some of the tales he learned from Mark, notably the fascinating mix of civil war-era and high-tech warfare that transpired during Mark's mission. He is a winner of the Army Historical Foundation Award for his writing and lives in the Hudson Valley. The story of Mark and the 12 horsemen of ODA 595 is dramatized in the Hollywood movie 12 Strong. Get your copy of Swords of Lightning: https://amzn.to/3bJpxMv Check out Horse Soldier Bourbon in the links below: Book website: http://swordsoflightning.com/ Horse Soldier Bourbon website: https://horsesoldierbourbon.com/ Horse Soldier Bourbon YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/HorseSoldierBourbon See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
1 Jul 20221h 12min
Brad Thor, Author of Rising Tiger and Former DHS Red Cell Unit Member
On this week’s podcast, Rad welcomes back Brad Thor, former member of the Department of Homeland Security's Analytic Red Cell Unit and #1 New York Times Bestselling Author of 21 books, including his latest thriller called Rising Tiger. Brad discusses how in-depth he went to get every detail right, from getting the military ranks of the Indian armed forces accurately to depicting the horrific medieval skirmish between the Indians and Chinese in 2020 which served as the opening to the book. Brad explores the geopolitical tension between the two nations and also shares interesting tidbits on cross-referencing characters from other authors' books, learning how to fashion an IED out of garbage, and why a 9mm is the preferred gun in an actual gunfight. Get a copy of Rising Tiger: https://amzn.to/3OD6WzJ Reach out to Brad Thor: Website: https://bradthor.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BradThorOfficial Twitter: https://twitter.com/BradThor Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/realbradthor/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
24 Jun 202250min
The SOFREP Author's Interview With Brandon Webb and John David Mann with Special Guest Brad Thor, Moderator Sean Spoonts.
On this special episode, SOFREP's Editor-in-Chief Sean Spoonts features Brad Thor, #1 New York Times Bestselling Author, former member of the Department of Homeland Security's Analytic Red Cell Unit, and sought-after keynote speaker on future terrorist threats. They are joined by Brandon Webb, SOFREP's publisher, former Navy SEAL sniper, and himself an author of a dozen books, as well as John David Mann, co-author of over 30 books including Brandon's memoirs. Brad shares his creative process, from experiencing as many of his settings as he can to never using an outline to keep the magic of storytelling alive. John then updates on Finn's saga that started in Steel Fear and how the mystery around him will take readers to Iceland next. They comment on the geopolitics of the US, China, Russia, and India and share funny anecdotes on Cold Fear's cover photo. Finally, they give tips to aspiring writers about reading what you love and writing as an intentional decision. Visit Brad Thor's website: https://bradthor.com/ Get a copy of Rising Tiger: https://amzn.to/3xFoKDL Get copies of books by Brandon Webb and John David Mann: Cold Fear: https://amzn.to/3mZh0aw Steel Fear: https://amzn.to/3N4dOFk See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
18 Jun 202246min
Cameron Hanes, Backcountry Bowhunter and Author of Endure
On this podcast, Rad features Cameron Hanes, endurance athlete, backcountry bowhunter, owner of Keep Hammering, and author of the bestselling book Endure: How to Work Hard, Outlast, and Keep Hammering. Cameron shares his passion for bowhunting and the hard work and intentionality needed to become the ultimate predator. He discusses the deep respect he has for the animals and reminds us that the food we eat comes at the sacrifice of another living being. He comments on the food wastage issue that in the U.S. and how this goes against the values of true hunters who live aligned with nature. Cameron also gives his insights on the almost beautiful death by a perfect arrow shot versus the violence of a gunshot. Get a copy of Endure: https://amzn.to/3aXMoDt Cameron's Website: https://www.cameronhanes.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cameronrhanes/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
17 Jun 202255min
Connor "The Controller" Matthews, USAF Combat Controller, MMA Featherweight
On this week’s podcast, Rad interviews Connor "The Controller" Matthews, former Air Force combat controller and current MMA featherweight holding a 5-0 professional record. He shares the high-risk job of combat controllers, including performing HALO and HAHO jumps, and the need to be a strong runner and swimmer to survive this role. Connor talks about the highly technical role of air traffic controllers and how to secure airfields. Being a lifelong athlete, Connor made a natural transition into MMA after life in the military. He shares his background in martial arts and his confidence in making it big in the UFC. Reach out to Connor through the following links: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/connor-matthews-b3440b152/ Website: https://www.controllermma.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thecontrollermma/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
10 Jun 202248min
Mike Lamonica, USAF CMSgt and Bronze Star Medalist
On this week’s podcast, Rad interviews Mike Lamonica, Chief Master Sergeant who retired as Chief Enlisted Manager for the 720th Special Tactics Group at the Air Force and current Vice President of Architecture and Engineering for Optiv. Mike recalls his missions as a combat controller and the extreme danger of his job and talks about the significance of the rock in building character and teamwork during the pipeline. Mike and Rad go through the jargon of combat controllers as they have a unique language. Mike shares some advice for aspiring combat controllers. He also tells the story of his Bronze Medal and how the Combat Control Association takes care of their specific needs as veterans. Reach out to Mike and the Combat Control Association through the following links: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-lamonica-27273315/ Combat Control Association: https://combatcontrol.team/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
3 Jun 202234min
Jesse Gould, Army Ranger and Founder of the Heroic Hearts Project
On this week’s podcast, Rad interviews Jesse Gould, founder of the Heroic Hearts Project, Army Ranger veteran, and psychedelic therapy advocate. Jesse talks about the modalities of psychedelic treatment, its benefits for neurogenesis, and how it can bring controlled chaos to your mind to reset it. Jesse talks about his deployments to Afghanistan and his realization that he was drinking way too much. And, more than that, he started observing his mental state take a turn for the worse. He shares his discovery of ayahuasca as an alternative treatment. Seeing how none of his efforts as of yet were worth preserving, he decided to go down to Peru to seek a shaman. Jesse details the ceremony, how entering into a psychedelic state brings forth repressed traumas, and the unique way ayahuasca reframes trauma to break the cycle of PTSD. However, not anyone should just jump in and try ayahuasca. There is preparation needed, both mentally and emotionally, as ayahuasca heightens your senses but your brain interprets the stimuli differently. Therefore, Jesse stresses that being in a safe space is paramount for psychedelic treatment. Reach out to Jesse and the Heroic Hearts Project through the following links: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jesse-gould/ Website: https://www.heroicheartsproject.org/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
20 Mai 202249min
Dr. Martin Polanco, Founder of The Mission Within & Michael Higgs, Veteran, SEAL Master
On this week’s podcast, Rad interviews The Mission Within Founder Dr. Martin Polanco and Director of Operations Michael Higgs, who was also Command Master Chief of a SEAL team and a 30-year veteran. Cognitive damage is the reality for many veterans and psychedelic treatment is a stigmatized solution to regaining what had been lost in battle. Dr. Polanco discusses how psychedelic treatment heals post-traumatic stress, anxiety, and mild traumatic brain injury, while Michael talks about life before and after a single treatment session. They share how ibogaine and 5-MeO-DMT are used alongside music and the guidance of a coach and other medical professionals. Psychedelic treatment is holistic and emphasizes the therapeutic effects of exercise, meditation, eating healthily, and proper sleep. They also talk about the benefits of microdosing and the need to change the narrative on the true healing potential of psychedelics. Reach out to Dr. Polanco, Michael, The Mission Within through the following links: The Mission Within website: https://www.missionwithin.org/ LinkedIn (Martin Polanco): https://www.linkedin.com/in/martin7polanco/ LinkedIn (Michael Higgs) : https://www.linkedin.com/in/hmhiggs/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
13 Mai 202238min
