We like tidy endings. We want to believe that time sands down the sharp edges, that the worst things eventually drift into the rearview. But that’s not what Mike “Mac” McNamara teaches. A Marine officer who has known the blast radi…
When Joshua Shores first set foot in Iraq as a 19-year-old Marine, he carried with him the pride of his father’s service, the weight of his community’s expectations, and the unshakable belief that he was invincible. What he didn’t …
When Chad White joined the military in 2003, he carried the same fire many young men of his generation felt after 9/11 — a restless urgency to serve and fight. What he didn’t yet know was that his path would lead him to one of the heavie…
What does it take to survive five Hell Weeks, fight for 22 years as a Navy SEAL, and still choose family and faith when the noise fades? In this raw DTD Podcast conversation, Sean Murphy traces a life built on grit—shaped by poverty, a single …
When former Navy corpsman and special operations medic Eric Gilmet walks into the studio, he carries more than a headline. Too often, he’s introduced as “one of the MARSOC 3.” He prefers “Eric”—a husband, father, …
For Nicholas Allen, becoming a Green Beret wasn’t just a career goal—it was his singular focus. What began with rejection from a Marine recruiter because of a tattoo turned into a promise to himself: he would take on something even harde…
On September 11, 2001, Ivan F. Ingraham was serving with First Recon when the world turned upside down. Living on the West Coast, he was jolted awake by his wife around 6 a.m. She urged him to come to the living room. On the television, he saw the s…
In the chaos of war, moments arise that etch themselves permanently into memory, reshaping not only the course of a mission but the very essence of leadership. For Marine Raider Ivan F. Ingraham, that moment came with the death of Navy Corpsman Luke…
Combat is often portrayed through the lens of heroism and strategic victories. However, behind the battles and the bravado lies a profound emotional landscape marked by loss, grief, and the enduring impact of trauma. This blog post delves into the u…
In the heart of every soldier lies a story of resilience, sacrifice, and camaraderie. For Joey B., a Navy SEAL, his journey from a challenging childhood to the battlefields of Iraq and Afghanistan is a testament to the power of brotherhood and the…
Imagine starting life anew at 33, surviving the rigorous training of the Navy SEALs, and then stepping into the unknown. Ajay James' journey is a testament to the power of resilience and the human spirit's ability to overcome adversity. His story is…
In the vast, desolate stretches of the desert, a clandestine operation unfolds. Generators hum as raw hash is processed and packaged, destined for the streets of the UK and France. This isn't just a tale of illicit trade; it's a billion-doll…
A List Of The Best LEO/Veteran/1st Responder Friendly Podcasts Out There Posted by: Eddie M.|March 12, 2023 There are tons of podcasts out there, some of them non LEO friendly, others simply not good. After our LET Radio Show & Podcast, here&r…
Last weekend was the first time this year that Chicago’s temperature reached 80-degrees. For anyone familiar with crime in this metropolis, warm sunny days bring out the worst in people. And so the city prepared. The University of Chicago Crim…
In the eight (8) years of then Mayor De Blasio tenure, New York City’s crime rates skyrocketed to levels that predate the 1980’s and 90’s. While businesses were being burned to the ground and Molotov-Cocktails hurled at offic…
Hi DJ, thanks for joining us today. We’d love for you to start by introducing yourself. My story is no different from anybody else I believe. This journey began after graduating from High School and after 1 year discovering that I was not rea…
