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Dec. 4, 2024

Episode 180: Benjamin Sledge "Civil Affairs and Psychological Operati…

-CHAPTERS- 00:00 Introduction and Background 03:04 Family Influence and Military Legacy 06:13 Father's Role in AIDS Care and Compassion 12:12 Struggles with Faith and Church Disillusionment 18:49 Teenage Identity and Social A...

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Nov. 27, 2024

Episode 179: Emily Lopez "Special Operations Civil Affairs"

-CHAPTERS- 00:00 Introduction to the Harding Project Fellowship 02:50 Major Emily Lopez's Journey and Role 06:06 The Importance of Storytelling in the Military 08:53 Bridging the Civilian-Military Divide 12:13 Modernizing Mil...

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Nov. 20, 2024

Episode 178: Dave Fielding "Green Beret, Spy, Author"

-CHAPTERS- 00:00 Introduction to Dave Fielding and His Journey 02:19 The Impact of Family Legacy on Military Aspirations 08:57 Navigating Personal Identity and Military Expectations 14:31 The Struggle Between Personal Happine...

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Nov. 13, 2024

Episode 177: Lt. Colonel David Lucas/CSM Matt Williams

-CHAPTERS- 00:00 Introduction to Special Forces Training 05:44 The Officer Perspective on Special Forces 12:32 The Enlisted Perspective and NCO Roles 16:34 The Significance of the Green Beret 21:16 Trust and Responsibility in...

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Nov. 6, 2024

Episode 176:Ayman Kafel "Africa/Lebanon Civil War,US Army,Metro SWAT"

-Chapters- 00:00 Introduction to Ayman Kafel's Journey 01:45 Childhood Memories of War in Lebanon 04:40 Experiences in Liberia's Civil War 09:18 Cultural Clash and Family Dynamics in America 15:39 The Impact of Parental Relat...

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Oct. 30, 2024

Episode 175: Ben Bringhurst "Green Beret/Director Language Regional E…

-CHAPTERS- 00:00 Introduction to the Language School 02:52 The Importance of Language in Special Operations 06:02 Cultural Training and Its Significance 08:52 Challenges and Breakthroughs in Language Learning 12:03 Real-World...

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Oct. 22, 2024

Episode 174: Ryan "Koup" Kuperus "USMC Force Recon"

-Chapters- 00:00 Introduction and Background 03:48 Military Journey and Family Influence 06:45 Joining the Marine Corps: Motivations and Expectations 10:05 Leadership Development in the Marine Corps 12:57 Basic Training Exper...

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Sept. 25, 2024

Episode 173: Morgan Lerette "Air Force/BlackWater Contractor/US Army

Welcome to Dynamic Tales Delivered. This week in the studio, the man behind the explosive memoir Guns, Girls, and Greed: I Was a Blackwater Mercenary in Iraq. his journey started in 1999 when he joined the Air Force, but it d...

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Aug. 28, 2024

Episode 172: Chris Frueh, PhD “ Operator Syndrome”

Welcome to the Dynamic Tales Delivered podcast, where we delve into the intricate web of human experiences. Today, we are honored to have a conversation with a distinguished clinical psychologist and Professor of Psychology a...

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Aug. 14, 2024

Episode 171: Randall Parkes “Husband/Father/U.S. Marine/USC Trojan"

Randall Parkes is a senior leader who has led numerous Marines and Sailors in austere environments around the globe. Randall joined the United States Marine Corps in July 2001. Throughout his career he was deployed on four co...

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July 31, 2024

Episode 170: Brent Tucker "Green Beret/Delta Operator/FRCC"

Brent Tucker, a man who answered the call of duty after the tragic events of 9/11, embarked on a journey that would see him serve as both a Green Beret and a Delta Force operator over a 20-year career. Brent's path to elite m...

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July 17, 2024

Episode 169: David Waterhouse/Sean James Spencer "Army Ranger/Film Ma…

David Waterhouse served in the United States Army with the 2nd Ranger Battalion 75th Ranger Regiment.Completing 6 deployments in four years consisting of 3 to Iraq and 3 to Afghanistan. Miami born film maker Sean Spencer star...

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July 3, 2024

Episode 168: Jimmy Watson “Navy SEAL/USMC/Blackwater Contractor”

Today, we have a guest whose resume reads like an action-packed novel. Our guest is a former Navy SEAL and SEAL Delivery Vehicle Operator (SDV), who has also served as a Naval Special Warfare Sniper and Team Leader. With 13 c...

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June 12, 2024

Episode 167: Derek Mensen "MARSOC RAIDER/ Trident Coffee"

This week in the studio a guest with a story of unwavering commitment to duty and country. On January 31, 2001, my guest took his first steps into a world of service, donning the uniform of the United States Marine Corps. As ...

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May 20, 2024

Episode 166: Seth Gehle "82nd Airborne/Child Abuse Survivor/Go Beyond…

Please Be Advised This episode contains GRAPHIC Description of Child Abuse Seth's journey is one of resilience and redemption. From enduring extreme poverty, violence, and prolonged sexual abuse as a child, Seth has faced mor...

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May 5, 2024

Episode 165: Tim Demaio “US Navy Veteran, Pentagon Contractor, Berser…

Tim DeMaio served in the US Navy where he operated as a Squad Leader at the Presidential Retreat Camp David providing support to high level USG officials, foreign dignitaries, and the Commander-in-Chief of the United States o...

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April 22, 2024

Episode 164: Taylor Cavanaugh “Navy SEAL/French Foreign Legionnaire”

This week in the studio, an extraordinary individual whose life's journey transcends the boundaries of adversity, resilience, and redemption. From a turbulent past marked by brushes with the law, the U.S. Navy SEALs, and subs...

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March 25, 2024

Episode 163: Ben Wallick “Navy SEAL/Vanilla Gorilla Security”

Ben Wallick, aka the “Vanilla Gorilla” (a nickname he was given in the SEAL teams), joined the Navy immediately after graduating high school in July 2001. He went through BUDS (SEAL) training class 242 and after completion wa...

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March 11, 2024

Episode 162: Joe Hahn “Navy SEAL/The Bearded Frogman”

Joseph Hahn was raised in central Texas under the care of Child Protective Services as a foster child in multiple homes from age five until he graduated high school. He was accepted into Texas A&M following graduation where h...

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Feb. 26, 2024

Episode 161: Liam Cogan “Navy SEAL/Silent Butt Deadly”

Meet Liam Cogan, a man whose journey has been marked by unwavering dedication, resilience, and a unique blend of military precision and entrepreneurial spirit. A retired Navy SEAL, Liam's career is a testament to his commitme...

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Feb. 12, 2024

Episode 160: Nicholas Ige “U.S. Army Ranger/The Flying Hawaiian

This week in the studio, a remarkable individual whose journey spans from the tranquil shores of Hilo, Hawaii, to the bustling streets of Los Angeles, California. His life took a pivotal turn at the tender age of 10, marking ...

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Jan. 22, 2024

Episode 159: Mark Greene “Navy SEAL/ UnSEALed”

With a robust background spanning two decades as a Navy SEAL across SEAL Team FIVE, SEAL Team EIGHT, and Special Boat Team TWENTY, my guest ventured through multiple combat theaters in the Pacific, Iraq, and Afghanistan. Grad...

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Jan. 8, 2024

Episode 158: Adam Bardwell “Green Beret/Nonstandard Inc.

Adam Bardwell, a name synonymous with resilience and innovation, embodies the epitome of service and advocacy. With a distinguished 11-year tenure as a Special Forces Medic, Adam's journey extends beyond valor on the battlefi...

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Dec. 18, 2023

Episode 157: Nick Jones “Marine Raider/Talons Reach Foundation”

Nick Jones, President and Founder of Talons Reach Foundation, is a medically retired Marine Staff Sergeant who served honorably for twelve years. Raised in the Kansas City suburb of Olathe, Nick joined the United States Marin...

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