Tactical Talk with Allison Barrie

HBO’s Generation Kill made this week’s guest and his team famous in households all across America. Back by listeners’ uproarious demand, Walt Hasser is hanging out with us just as he gets back from a major security summit. Hear what the professional tactical industry is worried about in terms of threats…and some of the mind-blowing (sometimes wacky) ideas folks were discussing there. If you’re not on BFF status with snakes, then this episode is definitely for you. You’re going to listen to real life snake stories – including a real-life giant snake pit seething with deadly serpents - that make Indiana Jones seem like child’s play. Brace For Impact…because snake pits are just the tip of the iceberg. You know you can rely on Walt to share some straight talk on what life is like downrange as part of these ultra-elite Marine teams …from the extreme danger through to the extreme laughs. This episode is loaded with more epic Walt war stories – told with that classic Southern-style that will keep you riveted and make you feel like you are there right along w/ Walt and the boys as it is all going down. Ever wonder what the real heroes we see portrayed by Hollywood A listers in movies and tv think about that stuff? Walt reveals what it has been like for humble warriors like him to find themselves portrayed on the big screen. You guys made it clear you’d love more on hunting from Walt so Allison makes sure he hooks you up. Find out what military snipers know to improve their hunting that you can leverage too. Plus Walt hooks you up with advice on his top pick must-have gear for hunting, survival and beyond.

What does it take to be a Best Ranger? Strength, endurance, skill, physical and mental stamina tested to the maximum…60 continuous hours, 60 miles, no programmed sleep and that’s just for starters. Best Ranger 2019 just wrapped up yesterday. This week’s guest Mike competed in Best Ranger 2017 representing his regiment. Find out who won yesterday and how Rangers earn the right to represent their regiment in this ultimate warrior competition from this insider. For about three decades, Best Ranger has challenged two-buddy teams with multiple days of mind-blowingly tough events. Mike Prendergast joins Allison in the bad ass new TT HQ (check out social media for a peek at the killer view, sweet pool table and ginormous bar). For starters, you need to be a decathalon-level soldier-athlete and Airborne Ranger qualified…Mike explains how they prepare mentally and physically to achieve selection for the honor to represent your regiment and to tackle one of the world’s toughest competitions. Mike also shares his insider’s perspective on the staggeringly hard-core competition designed to find the best Rangers in the entire US Armed Forces. What can you expect? Rifle, pistol and machine gun marksmanship, day and night demolition, weapons assembly, rope climbing, rappelling, bayonet assault course, night land nav….to name a few. And yes, you force multipliers may recognize Mike from Men’s Health or his viral video out on the range blowing stuff up with precision targeting. You get to hear about that, but Allison also convinces Mike to share his top tips to overcoming seemingly impossible challenges. His approach has given him epic success, so hook yourself up with some tips to harness for your own goals.

Rescuing abandoned puppies in war zones…just one of the many stories that you will hear today that reveal the incredible compassion and kindness America’s most elite warriors possess. Amidst all the badassery, guns ablazin, bad guy stopping and impossible missions made possible by commandos in their covert world, there’s also a whole lot of stuff you never get to hear about in the movies, tv shows and books on them. Today, you get the privilege of hanging out with Command Chief Master Sergeant Bruce Dixon, 24th Special Operations Wing, Air Force Special Operations Command, Hurlburt Field Bruce Dixon - and he’s hooking you up with the real scoop on life in this intense, unseen covert world. Currently, he’s the Director of Training/ Assist. Director of Operations at the Special Tactics Training Squadron– that’s where the final training phases for Special Tactics operators happen before they get assigned to an operational squadron and start to deploy. Talk about an amazing opportunity to discover more about the CCT world! Bruce takes you inside what life is like for commandos in war -  like doing battle with an ugly, vicious, huge clawed critter while under attack from the human enemy. Tag along on a commando adventure rescuing puppies deep in enemy territory. Find out what happens when commandos are faced with an erupting volcano – make sure not to miss Bruce’s description where he paints a vivid picture of what it is like operating in biblical conditions with volcanic ash blocking out the light….day became darkness with lightning setting the ash ablaze in the sky above while Bruce and his buddies helped evacuate folks to safety. What is it like staying behind as the mission essential team while everyone else has fled to safety and more than 250 earthquakes hit? You’ll find out and much, much more. Each of Bruce’s anecdotes will inspire you and fire you up…through hearing how he and his buddies handled epic challenges, you’re getting a master class in how to handle any scary moments that may come your way. Bruce was close friends with the remarkable John Chapman who was recently – and more than well deservedly - given the Medal of Honor. In today’s episode, you also get the special privilege of hearing more about Chapman and the immense courage he showed on that mountain top. Bruce headed out to that same location and same area about 2 weeks later – just one of the many reasons it is important to hear his unique perspective. From intense, dangerous battles through to hilarious moments downrange, this is one jam-packed unmissable episode.

UBISOFT games fan? This week you’re hanging out with a Special Forces Medical Sergeant (18D) US Army who not only gets to see games well before they reach the public- but helps to shape them with expertise honed serving more than 13 years with the Green Berets. Emil Daubon is hooking you up w/ behind the scenes providing technical advice on Ubisoft’s awesome games. Shifting gears, Allison asks Emil to take you inside humanitarian rescue. Ever wonder what happens when luxury vacation spots become battle zones? Emil has seen firsthand the beauty of honeymoon hot spots and what happens when they erupt in violence. Find out from him what that is like and what you could do if danger struck during vaca. He’s been all over the globe and shares stories from places like Nepal, Thailand and the Philippines. One of his secret skills is acting – in fact, Emil has even trained as a professional actor – so you can definitely expect some riveting story delivery this week. From hilarious unexpected moments deep in war zones through to nail-biting daring rescues, Emil covers tons of ground with unforgettable stories that will at times have you laughing out loud and in other moments holding your breath in suspense. Make sure not to miss Emil’s family connection with a fascinating figure/time in history.

Raised as royalty when he was a kid, this incredible Navy SEAL found himself in a different country, having lost his father and stripped of his family fortune and starting a new life in the Bronx with his strong, single mother. Last time you got to hang out with this SEAL he took you inside his experiences on set as an actor in the Hollywood blockbuster Transformers as it was lighting up movie theatres all over America. Now fan favorite Remi Adeleke is back to hang out with you once again – this time he is hooking you up with a special sneak peek into his upcoming book Transformed before it becomes available to everyone on their local bookshelves. Hear first what to expect in this jam-packed soon-to-be bestseller and find out how to hook yourself up with some special access to Remi’s not-to-be-missed video library.  Listen to some more of Remi’s riveting stories from war downrange in James Bond-movie worthy real-life locations through to behind the scenes on set with one of this generation’s most outstanding directors Michael Bay. Not only is Remi starring in a new Bay film – which you get to hear the scoop on before it drops this summer on Netflix – he is also guest starring in the wildly popular CBS SEAL. Remi hooks you up taking you inside life on the tv set too. You’ll find this episode is packed with more unique Remi wisdom you can use to take your own goals and success to the next level. Make sure not to miss how a kid from the Bronx – who didn’t know how to swim – taught himself in order to become a SEAL. That’s just one of the unforgettable, powerful stories you’re going to hear today. After an hour with Remi, you’re going to be fired up to go out there and crush all things, anytime, anywhere. (And make sure to head over to Amazon, Barnes and Noble etc and pre-order his amazing, unput-downable book so you will be one of the first to get one!)

Today’s Air Commando guest recently was awarded the Silver Star for “extraordinary bravery, technical skill, and complete disregard for his own safety.” The citation explains that during two different battles, West repeatedly “exposed himself to direct and accurate enemy fire” while coordinating 88 fixed and rotary wing aircraft; intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance platforms; and medical evacuation assets. We get the privilege of hanging out with Mike West just as he’s left the military after more than 30 years defending our country. He takes you inside those battles and explains what it was like calling in 24,000 pounds of precision ordnance to protect his fellow Americans against “waves of enemy attacks.”  In fact, in just this situation alone cited he is credited with saving the lives of 51 Special Forces soldiers and 33 coalition partners. Mike also shares with you the incredibly inspiring story of his friend, fellow commando John Chapman who was recently awarded the Medal of Honor. Hear about how they would restore antique cars together and find out how one extremely covetable one made a guest appearance in a way that might surprise you. In this episode, you’ll learn heaps about the Special Tactics commando culture and find loads of ideas in it you can apply to crush it in your own life from facing seemingly insurmountable problems head on through to power of harnessing courage and wisdom. 

Bullets, RPGs, shrapnel, IEDs….just a few of the array of threats that US warriors regularly face. Today Bo Delacruz who served in Rangers comes into the studio to hang out with you. Bo explains how battlefields get bloody and breaks down how every Ranger is armed with skills to help keep their buddies alive. It’s a powerful thing being able to save a life. These skills are just as vital as the marksmanship, fitness, close quarter battle etc skills you’ve heard directly about on our show and seen in Hollywood blockbusters and tv shows. Bo hooks you up with some ideas on skills that commandos masters that you could too. Find out how commandos could be be an untapped resource on the homefront. The VA is often in the news – we’ve all heard stories of horrific and unacceptable VA service. We all agree that our warriors deserve the very best care. Today you’re going to hear some things about the VA that are definitely going to surprise you. Bo also shares some awesome tales of life as a young Ranger at work and at the best watering holes in Nashville and the Big Apple.

In Part 2 w/ legend Thomas Pecora, get hooked up with more unforgettable hard-hitting stories from what life is truly like on dangerous missions for the ultra-secretive CIA will blow your mind this week. From the attack on the CIA HQ, on the ground during the Black Hawk Down incident in Mogadishu through to other riveting moments in Africa, Latin American, Southeast Asia, Europe and the Middle East…our guest this week has firsthand, direct experience and you get the very rare special privilege to hear all about them. Thomas Pecora served 24 years with the Central Intelligence Agency (CIA) retiring as a GS 15 Senior Security Manager. Did you know that many US spies are protected by an elite cadre all over the world? Thomas was there right from the birth of this special group of brave Americans in the CIA. He has extensive experience in the best methods to protect the CIA’s personnel in the most harrowing places. This week, he shares some of his hard-earned wisdom, forged in the world’s most hostile environments with you. What serious threats do the nation’s clandestine operators face? How did Thomas and his colleagues protect them and their missions in the face of overwhelming odds? What’s it like being in an armored hammered by wave after wave of bullets? He covers all that ground and much, much more. Thomas is a fantastic storyteller and takes you along on his real-life Jason Bourne type adventures like escaping a car ambush through to more Bond/Indiana Jones type adventures like dining on what ancient Chinese emperors ate. Hear about an enemy that persistently infiltrated and sabotaged their unusual, covert barracks – it will definitely surprise you. Find out the remarkable way Thomas and his team stayed safe from enemy rocket bombardments – (hint: you get to hear what Saddam Hussein’s bunkers were like). Thomas hooks you up with a cheeky sneak peek inside his upcoming book – GUARDIAN: Life in the Crosshairs of the CIA’s War on Terror - three months before publication. You get to hear some of the unforgettable stories way before the rest of the public has access. This episode is a double-header so make sure not to miss the second half where Pecora dives into “getting off the X,” how to escape attacks, the ultimate gear, must haves for a go bag and much, much more.

Hard-hitting stories from what life is truly like on dangerous missions for the ultra-secretive CIA will blow your mind this week. From the attack on the CIA HQ, on the ground during the Black Hawk Down incident in Mogadishu through to other riveting moments in Africa, Latin American, Southeast Asia, Europe and the Middle East…our guest this week has firsthand, direct experience and you get the very rare special privilege to hear all about them. Thomas Pecora served 24 years with the Central Intelligence Agency (CIA) retiring as a GS 15 Senior Security Manager. Did you know that many US spies are protected by an elite cadre all over the world? Thomas was there right from the birth of this special group of brave Americans in the CIA. He has extensive experience in the best methods to protect the CIA’s personnel in the most harrowing places. This week, he shares some of his hard-earned wisdom, forged in the world’s most hostile environments with you. What serious threats do the nation’s clandestine operators face? How did Thomas and his colleagues protect them and their missions in the face of overwhelming odds? What’s it like being in an armored vehicle hammered by wave after wave of bullets? He covers all that ground and much, much more. Thomas is a fantastic storyteller and takes you along on his real-life Jason Bourne type adventures like escaping a car ambush to more Bond/Indiana Jones type adventures like dining on what ancient Chinese emperors ate. Hear about an enemy that persistently infiltrated and sabotaged their unusual, covert barracks – it will definitely surprise you. Find out the remarkable way Thomas and his team stayed safe from enemy rocket bombardments – (hint: you get to hear what Saddam Hussein’s bunkers were like). Thomas hooks you up with a cheeky sneak peek inside his upcoming book – GUARDIAN: Life in the Crosshairs of the CIA’s War on Terror - three months before publication. You get to hear some of the unforgettable stories way before the rest of the public has access. This episode is a double-header so make sure not to miss the second half where Pecora dives into “getting off the X,” how to escape attacks, the ultimate gear, must haves for a go bag and much, much more.

Valentine's Day is closing in....great time of year to check in on the art of being a man. In this second half hang out with CAG (DELTA Force) legend Pat McNamara, you're getting hooking up again with this rare look inside such a covert world - and one committed to surpassing excellence in all things. Expect more hard-hitting ground truth from Pat - you're getting him raw and unfiltered with more of his straight talk in this ride along. Patrick McNamara spent 22 years in the United States Army in many special operations units. In doing so, he became a remarkable marksman and an ultimate man's man. Allison throws Pat some more tough questions and he nails every single one. Pat breaks down what it truly takes to be a real man. He even hooks you up with advice not just on hitting your paper targets masterfully...but on scoring a date with that person you've had your eye on. Pat explains the gentlemanly side to being a warrior and arms you with top tips on how to execute dating like the nation's most elite warriors.  You'll get to hear more firsthand about everyday defense - including his advice on what you should carry every day on your person and in your vehicle. Don't miss more of his unforgettable stories and must-know insider knowledge. Pat retired from the Army's premier hostage rescue unit as a Sergeant Major and is the author of T.A.P.S. (Tactical Application of Practical Shooting) and Sentinel. Make sure to listen to the first half of this rare opportunity to hang out with such an elite commando hailing from this remarkable covert force.

DELTA Force is one of the most secretive elite military forces on the planet. And for good reason – they are regularly undertaking very dangerous work to help keep Americans safe. Today you have the very rare opportunity to spend time with a DELTA commando. Patrick McNamara spent 22 years in the United States Army in many special operations units. In doing so, he became a remarkable marksman. You have the special opportunity today to spend time with this legend and learn firsthand what it takes to shoot with accurate, lethal results and tactical effectiveness. McNamara’s military experience is extremely deep. The episode kicks off with the opportunity to hang out and learn more about the man behind the living legend. Find out the brass tacks of what life is like in such an elite unit from what they eat through to unseen personal sacrifices they make for all of us. Hear some unforgettable stories of life as an elite commando and get inspired by stories he shares of his teammates amazing courage. McNamara will explain why there is so much more to tactical marksmanship than just squeezing the trigger. While serving as his Unit's Marksmanship NCO, he developed his own marksmanship club with NRA, CMP, and USPSA affiliations.  Mac ran monthly IPSC matches and ran semi-annual military marksmanship championships to encourage marksmanship fundamentals and competitiveness throughout the Army. Pat retired from the Army's premier hostage rescue unit as a Sergeant Major and is the author of T.A.P.S. (Tactical Application of Practical Shooting) and Sentinel. Get special access to Pat’s own training methodology honed through years of hard-core experience. You’ll get hooked up with his top tips on how to stay safe at all times, how to choose targets and much more. This 2-parter is jam packed with ultimate insider top tips for all experience levels from beginners with no time behind the trigger through to military members, law enforcement and special operations. 

Join in on the insider combatives conversation for more ultimate Black Belt badassery in this Part 2 with Alan Shebaro. Alan gives you some straight talk on some of America’s favorite movies and tv shows. This remarkable Special Forces black belt reveals how real combatives are different to the Hollywood version. He shares 3 secrets to his epic success in fighting. Find out what the 4 key advantages that Mixed Martial Arts training provides for real life commandos. Learn what Judo adds to a warfighter's toolkit in a battlespace scenarios. Discover how juijitso is helpful to special operations operators. Alan has also had extraordinary success in is Olympic Weightlifting. Find out the inside story on why this remarkable fighter got into Olympic Weightlifting.  Alan also shares his deep expertise with the very best fighting for law enforcement. For terrorist attacks on the homeland, active shooters, hostage rescue and more…This highly sought after coach describes the best skills for law enforcement – and civilians- to master for crucial advantages. Many people are intimidated by this whole elite world of fighting at the highest level. Folks think you have to be Hercules or Thor to undertake any of the disciplines we discussed...and yet Alan has coached guys who have lost limbs and they train with you and crush it. This amazing veteran donates a huge amount of his time and expertise for working with wounded veterans. We Defy is an extraordinary initiative and Alan shares some powerful stories of some wounded veterans who he has worked with that will leave you massively motivated to hit the gym. Don’t miss the icebreakers with Alan in Part 1 too which are also unforgettable.

Hand to hand fighting between the nation’s most elite warriors and enemy forces…what does it take? Our special guest this week has such a unique perspective.  Not only did Alan Shebaro serve in U.S. Army Special Forces as a Weapons Sergeant Alan and a formidable World Champion Black Belt…he has deep experience training a wide range of elite warriors: Special Forces, Rangers, SEALs, PJs, CCTs, and Marine Corps Force Recon. You are getting quite the Christmas treat having the rare privilege of spending time with this massively sought-after expert. This week you’ll find out how he trains these different types of most elite warriors. Learn how and why the training varies. Alan talks about the key advantages to Mixed Martial Arts training. He reveals how real combatives are different to the fight scenes in the Hollywood movies and reveals what is real in your favorite shows/movies too. Join us after Christmas for Part 2 and more very special, direct access to this extraordinary American warrior.

Dogs have saved countless lives in combat. How do the dogs save lives? How do they learn to work with the soldiers? Kit Sawyer was selected to become a dog handler while serving in the elite Army Rangers. He takes you on a journey from life growing up in Nashville, Alabama – and onto Afghanistan as an elite Army warrior. With several tours under his belt, he has loads of fantastic stories to share with you. On the firefight side of things, you’ll hear about his very first experience in combat and what it is like to be shot at for the first time. You’ll also hear what happens when teams are delivered and extracted by a damaged helo…ever been in a helicopter “rolling landing”? You’ll experience this and other dicey moments alongside Kit today since he is such an awesome storyteller. Find out what is it like learning how to be a dog handler for extremely tough ground missions. Discover how dogs learn to fast rope and jump out of helos. Learn how they stop bombs and attack enemies to protect their human teammates. Ever seen Will Farrell’s “Step Brothers”? Make sure not to miss Kit’s story about his first mission and how life was like the movie. 

Find out the 5 ways you can spot someone who may be a dangerous threat – before they reach a point where they bring a gun to school, the office, your local bar and beyond. Learn why nearly all schools have not become any safer- no better at protecting kids- from shooters… even though these mass shootings are clearly on the rise. Find out what tech many schools are dumping huge volumes of money into- that is a giant mistake. The guest this week is Michael Yorio. Michael reveals the biggest vulnerabilities at most schools in America? And shares what simple easy fixes could save children’s lives in the future. To hook you up today, he draws upon very deep experience in defense, security, kidnap & ransom and more. His team draws upon his Blackwater experience where they were called upon to protect US presidents and other huge VIPs. Michael and his team committed to investigating all the evidence and data available on shooter incidents, what works/what doesn’t and many more relevant factors. They’ve developed a best in class system to make schools much safer and the kids safer from shooters. Same thing goes for offices – their techniques could save your life someday. What sorts of gadgets should kids and adults always carry? And what highly advertised gadgets are a waste of your hard-earned money. Should teachers carry weapons? How about football coaches – should they carry weapons? Do you know what technique can make you and your colleagues at increased risk for hostage taking? You will after today. Download and arm yourself with insider knowledge that will change the way you keep yourself, your friends and family safe. Wishing you all a happy Thanksgiving from the Tac Talk team. We are all incredibly grateful to all of you who have served our country. Let’s all give a thought to our deployed troops and their families as well as our law enforcement and emergency services who are working this holiday and won’t be home with their families. 

Did you know that the US Army Rangers have been bravely fighting for American values as far back as battling the British to win our Independence? In fact, Rangers even fought to protect us BEFORE the Revolutionary war…before we became the United States of America. The 19 standing orders from back in the mid 1700s used in the French + Indian war…are still used today. This Veterans Day, 12 modern Rangers came to hang out with Allison. These amazing veterans honor the fallen by sharing their stories, to recognize their brothers in arms by sharing stories of remarkable derring-do and pay tribute to those before them by sharing stories of their inspiring missions and bravery. Very few get the privilege to spend an evening with one of our nation’s most elite warriors – let alone a pub full. But you are invited and always inner circle with us. In this special double-header episode, you are sitting right there with them and taking part in a good old-fashioned session fueled by beer, bourbon and tequila…with some Black Rifle Coffee thrown into the mix to keep everyone sharp. Have some drinks while honoring our veterans by listening to their voices, learning about their experiences and hearing their stories. You are going to hear proof that Rangers are so hardcore…even being struck by lightning bolts will not stop them. Find out why a fierce Ranger behind enemy lines and evading capture hunted by the adversary carried a ribbeting frog in his pocket the entire time. The Rangers reveal to you the most fascinating way that Rangers recognize each generation of Rangers before them and all the many, many places all over the world they have shed blood fighting for our country. Discover the very special and unique way that each Ranger recognizes a Ranger who gave his life for our country. Hear the chivalrous story of how a Ranger saved his sister from attack and many more inspiring stories.The “Black Hawk Down” event is widely known…but what people do not know is the impact it had inside the covert world of the Rangers afterwards – today, you’ll know too. This double-decker is bursting with unforgettable stories. And make sure not to miss the final minutes when you get to join in on a jungle mission where Rangers are attacked by swarms of Killer Bees…

Jaw-dropping courage. Extraordinary perseverance. Astonishing resilience. In the lead up to Veterans Day, we’re zeroing in on a WWII story that deserves to be just as well-known as Pearl Harbor…and yet few know it. Hook yourself up and pay tribute with us to those who gave everything for our freedom. Join Allison and veteran Jacob Dahl served in 2nd Ranger Battalion. He took on the Bataan Memorial Death March extreme marathon (Heavy Ruck Division) - a remarkable feat - to recognize the surviving veterans and those who we have lost from this time. Known as one of the most difficult marathons in the world, it honors those incredibly brave warriors who against overwhelming numbers and firepower, while starving and often suffering from crippling malaria and dysentery, cut off from the US military… they resisted the Japanese invasion to stop them from reaching the US west coast and invading our homeland. And then continued to suffer beyond imagination for another three years as POWs were subjected to staggering brutality at the hands of the captors in a merciless environment. They are truly a lesson to us all. Hear firsthand about this remarkable “Death March” event held in the desert terrain of the White Sands Missile Range (famous for nuke bomb testing and now missile tests). Between the sheer scale, the heat, the elevation making just breathing far more difficult, the scorpions and tarantulas, running on the terrain of sand and other threats, about 25 percent become casualties during the Bataan Memorial Death March. Find out about how Army Rangers compete for the honor of paying tribute to these brave souls. The Battalions, and other parts of the military, put forward their best men to participate. Go inside this unforgettable tale when Japanese forces invaded the Philippines – but the soldiers hung on and defended the crucial islands for seven more months starving, ill, wounded and isolated. The “Bataan Death March” followed when the Japanese marched about 75,000 soldiers across 65 miles of jungle, scorching heat – carrying the wounded and Japanese supplies. Too slow for the Japanese? Couldn’t keep up the crazy fast pace because of wounds? Soldiers were bayoneted, shot, decapitated, buried alive, sometimes tortured and beaten to death – to name a few of the ways lives were lost. By the time they reached the camp, more than 10,000 had been killed en route. Once there, the soldiers endured about three years of unspeakable, staggering brutality in the POW camps. Known as “the Great Raid,” US Army Rangers pulled off an amazing raid to liberate those brave souls. Don’t miss the chance to hear an inspiring Ranger from this generation provide his insights on this chapter of our military history, share his experiences with the veterans of the Bataan Death March and provide his secrets to conquering extreme challenges. Make sure not to miss Jacob’s MRE recipes and gladiatorial battle with a giant, ferocious camel spider in the middle of a dangerous mission.

Bears. Bows….and deploying cats as a crafty tactic in war. These are just a few of the many surprising twists and turns in today’s episode. If you’re curious what life for modern day gladiators in their downtime, then this episode is definitely for you. Hang out with Army Ranger Hayden Treu. He hails from Texas and takes us with him on missions in the Middle East through to the backcountry of Washington state for some wild hunting expeditions. This is a deep dive inside the world of the elite Rangers. Traditions, inside jokes, pranks – and the serious stuff too. Hayden had the privilege of serving in Ranger Recon so you’ll get to hear all about how those special skills and hardcore training has helped him as a hunter. Find out some of these techniques you can use to enhance your hunting too. Hayden takes you blow by blow through a face off with a giant bear – in fact nearly record breaking in size…just off by a smidgen. Learn about some awesome places he has come across in his adventures that would be next level for your next outdoor exploration – for mountain climbing, hiking, camping, hunting and just kicking back with a cold beer and enjoying a gorgeous spot. Get hooked up with his top tips for bowhunting and if you’re into elk hunting he has some special particular tips for that too. Hear about the Ranger advantage in tracking and borrow some of those ideas for yourself. Make sure you do not miss finding out how Taylor Swift pops up with the Rangers in the war zones. How is she on a ride along and why? You’ll have to download to find out.

Medal of Honor recognizes conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity at the risk of life above and beyond the call of duty. This week you have the privilege of joining a certified bad ass as he takes part in a historic and very special weekend at USAF Special Operations. Hang out with Major Chief Master Sergeant Cal Markham who takes you behind the scenes of a phenomenal air show and more. You’ll hear the remarkable heroism behind this medal of honor – the courage and selflessness will inspire you and ignite you to be that best version of yourself. Cal inspires by example as well. After 9/11, he was the first Airman in Afghanistan as the CCT as the Army Special Forces Team – the famed “Triple Nickel.” Cal gives you very special access into what it was like for the first Americans infiltrating enemy territory to respond to 9/11. He also gives you a unique look into the life of USAF Special Operations guys. Go inside and experience the highs, the lows – not to mention the humor there. Blow by blow, hear about a very dangerous and daring rescue of a downed aircraft in impossibly hostile conditions. Find out about the brave dogs that serve alongside the elite forces. Hear about the real-life Mission Impossible type missions and skills USAF Special Operations guys train for and use. Don’t miss hearing Cal describe some of the creative pranks guys get up to and the incredibly creative things they McGyver to make their remote, primitive “homes” more homey out in war zones. Learn about how freshly baked bread can be a powerful force unleashed in war and much, much more.

Monkey brains served up as a delicacy. Elephant Tripe. Lion-sized ferocious pets. Just a few of the very colorful characters that appear in today's adventures. In this episode, you get to hang out with highly experienced Doug Kiesswetter who served in Special Forces for many years and undertook deployments and missions all over the world. You're going to hear a lot of unexpected - and often very surprising stuff- that happens in the life of Special Forces guys out in the far flung corners of the world. Special Forces guys tend to excel at contingency planning - ie something unexpected occurs during a mission that makes the plan no longer possible. They adapt in the moment and find a solution to still achieve the objective. Find out about how they go behind enemy lines and without any support find ways to survive in dangerous situations. Learn how they adapt and harvest their local environment to their advantage so far from home in unfamiliar places.Discover how operators take things people could perceive as disadvantages and turn them into key advantages that help them excel. How does heroism become a way of life - rather than a deliberate act? Hear Doug's perspective on that and much more in this double header episode. In the second half, Doug digs into the secrets to "Die Living" and shares many more unforgettable adventures with you.