In this episode I sit down with podcast host, mental health coach, social media influencer and Army soldier Dylan Sessler. We talk about his multiple deployments to Afghanistan, how suicide changed the course of his life at an early age, mental health, his 19 year silent battle with depression and anxiety. We also discuss his new book Defy the Darkness that launches 7/17/2021. Dylan Sessler Websitehttps://dylansessler.comDefy The Darkness https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B098R5FG5S/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_d_asin_title_o00?ie=UTF8&psc=1TikTokhttps://www.tiktok.com/@dylan_sessler?lang=enSupport the show (https://www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_button_id=4W29P4AAE4KQW)
In this episode I sit down with Army veteran Stephen Miller. We discuss his time in Counter Intelligence and the injury that caused his medical separation. We discuss his fundraising efforts to provide service dogs to multiple veterans and first responders including his own from the Malinois Foundation.Help Stephen Miller herehttps://www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_button_id=3DYBH9E2WGWLC https://venmo.com/code?user_id=3256472532156416809&created=1625060563.616962&printed=1 Malinois Foundationhttps://themalinoisfoundation.org/aboutSupport the show (https://www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_button_id=4W29P4AAE4KQW)
On this episode I sit down with Marine veteran Mike Howard. We talk about opiate addiction, losing "everything" and making a come back. We discuss the benefits of service dogs and amazing non-profit organizations.TikTokhttps://www.tiktok.com/@coop_n_mike?lang=enTill Vallhala Projecthttps://tilvalhallaproject.comAlpha Bravo Caninehttps://www.alphabravocanine.orgSupport the show (https://www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_button_id=4W29P4AAE4KQW)
In this episode I sit down with retired police Sgt. and Author Eric Weaver. We discuss his 22 years within law enforcement, battles with mental health and a program he has started to train departments the importance of mental health awareness and acceptance.Websitehttps://www.overcomingthedarkness.comBookhttps://www.amazon.com/Overcoming-Darkness-Shining-Illness-Enforcement/dp/0578755718/ref=sr_1_2?dchild=1&keywords=overcoming+the+darkness&qid=1623829730&sr=8-2https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/overcoming-the-darkness-eric-weaver/1138013622?ean=9780578755717Support the show (https://www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_button_id=4W29P4AAE4KQW)
In this bonus episode I sit down and drink some moonshine and liquor with some veteran friends and teammates. Guests Keith Pluta, Cory Lingelbach, and Michael Vaccaro and I talk all things hockey. Highlight some amazing organizations like the Utah Warriors, Guns "n" Hoses and the Warrior Hockey program that has grown to over 30+ teams across the US. We also discuss some local upcoming events like the Sounds of Freedom in Layton on 6/19/21 and the Officer Nathan Lyday Memorial Hockey Tournament that will run from 6/25 - 6/27 at the Ogden Ice Sheet.Sounds Of Freedomhttps://www.facebook.com/events/215940420344649/?ref=newsfeedMemorial Hockey Tournamenthttps://www.facebook.com/groups/207359827594708Support the show (https://www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_button_id=4W29P4AAE4KQW)
In this episode I sit down with veteran Brian Schiele. We discuss his 21 years of service, his stateside deployment, the stigma of PTSD and motorcycles. Perfect conversation over a morning cup of coffee.AHMAhttps://www.facebook.com/AHMAUT1https://ahmaut1.webs.comBrian Schielehttps://www.facebook.com/brian.schiele1Support the show (https://www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_button_id=4W29P4AAE4KQW)
In this episode I sit down with Dr. Lorie Hood. Dr. Lorie Hood is a Traumatologist, leadership coach, researcher, who has devoted her life to understanding and healing individual and collective trauma. We discuss PTSI (yes "I" not "D") and the science behind how the brain works and operates. We discuss different programs for first responders that increases focus and performance while reducing the potential for trauma and burnout. https://www.loriehoodphd.comhttps://www.thehoodgroupllc.comhttps://www.respondersfirstllc.comhttps://www.futuresafellc.comSupport the show (https://www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_button_id=4W29P4AAE4KQW)
On this episode I sit down with Army veteran Ron Cromwell. We discuss his multiple deployments and his crazy separation situation. We discuss how we met on TikTok and how he became a member of the IGY622 non-profit.Support the show (https://www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_button_id=4W29P4AAE4KQW)
In the episode I sit down with my friend Ryan Baker. We talk about his 10 years of being a Combat Controller in the Air Force. We discuss the rigorous training, multiple combat tours, mental health and we even talk about the Space Force. Ryan Bakerhttps://www.instagram.com/ryanbaker_1985/Rocky Mountain Mopar Car Clubhttps://www.instagram.com/rocky_mountain_mopars/Support the show (https://www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_button_id=4W29P4AAE4KQW)
In this episode I sit down in the studio with Army Sergeant Travis Drake aka Juicy. We talk about his 13 years in the Army, his deployment to Iraq as a Combat Medic, inpatient treatment for PTSD and being the President of the Utah Chapter of American Heroes Motorcycle Association. American Heros Motorcycle Association:https://www.facebook.com/AHMAUT1Operation Hero: https://www.facebook.com/OperationHeroTracyUtah Warriors Hockey:https://www.facebook.com/groups/207359827594708Utah Warriors Rugby:https://www.facebook.com/groups/207359827594708Support the show (https://www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_button_id=4W29P4AAE4KQW)
In this episode I sit down with Jeremy Abbey, a volunteer firefighter of over 13 years. We discuss what would possess someone to run into a burning structure for FREE, as well as the lasting effects bad calls can leave. We discuss the importance of talking to someone and being a part of something bigger than yourself.https://www.tiktok.com/@captainkhaos90_bwn?lang=en&is_copy_url=1&is_from_webapp=v1Support the show (https://www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_button_id=4W29P4AAE4KQW)
In this episode I sit down with a couple Fire Fighters that flew in from PA. Before we dug into smoked ribs and cold adult beverages we dive into the silent life of our First Responders. We discuss the highs and lows and the lack of resources for mental health treatment for our Fire Fighters and EMS/EMTs. We discuss PTSD and the importance of reaching out for help.Support the show (https://www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_button_id=4W29P4AAE4KQW)
On this episode I sit down with an Army vet that has the most amazing beard on TikTok. @GrayAce9 discusses his combat deployment as a medic as well as mental health, multiple suicide attempts and amazing things that are offered to our veterans after their service is completed.https://www.tiktok.com/@grayace9?lang=enhttps://huntingwithheroes.orghttps://www.equest.org/veteransSupport the show (https://www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_button_id=4W29P4AAE4KQW)
In this episode I sit down with Army veteran and Author Carmelo Rodriguez. We discuss his military service, his crazy experience with the VA and how that turned into a movie and launched his career as an Author.https://www.instagram.com/vetdocseries_studio/Bookhttps://www.amazon.com/Dead-Soldier-Story-Living-Rodriguez-ebook/dp/B083GP236FSupport the show (https://www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_button_id=4W29P4AAE4KQW)
On this episode I sit down with Sergeant Major Ogle. We discuss his over 30 years in the Army, deployments, mental health, and what it takes to be a great leader in the military. https://www.tiktok.com/@infantryguru?lang=enhttps://www.ridefor22.orgSupport the show (https://www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_button_id=4W29P4AAE4KQW)
In this episode I sit down with Army veteran Robert Oberhofer. We discuss his deployment to Iraq, battling PTSD, incarceration, homelessness and addiction. We also discuss his journey from a Walmart parking lot to being on the road to a degree in Digital Science.https://www.tiktok.com/@roblawrence_?lang=enSupport the show (https://www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_button_id=4W29P4AAE4KQW)
In this episode I sit down with Brian and Kendra Ward founders of The 4WARDPROJECT. I had the privilege of learning about their son Eric Ward who fell to the 22. We discuss their crazy dating and marriage timeline as well as mental health. We also discuss their 4WARDPROJECT cause and how you can help their project.https://www.4wardproject.comhttps://www.facebook.com/4WARDprojecthttps://www.instagram.com/4WARDproject/https://twitter.com/4WARDprojectSupport the show (https://www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_button_id=4W29P4AAE4KQW)
In this episode I sit down with TikTok's own and Army veteran @True.Soldier. We discuss his recovery after being hit with a RPG (rocket propelled grenade) while in Afghanistan. His battle with PTSD, his clothing line and how he became a personal trainer.TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@true.soldier?lang=en (Merch in Bio)Lift For The 22 https://liftforthe22.orgSupport the show (https://www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_button_id=4W29P4AAE4KQW)
In this episode I sit down with Brian Rousseau. We talk about his 24 years in law enforcement and the lasting effects it has had on him. We discuss his struggles with depression and PTS and what he is doing to combat that on a daily basis.Warriors Accenthttps://www.warriorsascent.orghttps://www.facebook.com/warriorsascent/The Battle Withinhttps://www.thebattlewithin.org/abouthttps://www.facebook.com/joinmybattlewithin/Support the show (https://www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_button_id=4W29P4AAE4KQW)
On the episode I sit down with First Sergeant Deantoni Littleton. We talk about his 19 years in the Army, as well as why he would wanna jump out of a perfectly good airplane. We cover what makes a great leader, being an Air Borne Ranger and how Dirtybirdfitness became the official 1SG of TikTok. Support the show (https://www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_button_id=4W29P4AAE4KQW)
Dan Gardiner
The bible says the "Church " is the people not the building. You do not need to go to a building to find god. Iv been closer to God riding my bike in the mountains than I have in a building. #IGY622