Tom Rowland Podcast Jimmy Armel | Knot Lucky Veteran Fishing | Ep. 990
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Aug 27, 2025 
Jimmy Armel, an Army Ranger veteran and founder of Not Lucky Veteran Fishing, shares his inspiring journey from combat to healing. He discusses the traumatic realities of military life, including concussions and the impact of stolen valor on veterans. Jimmy highlights how fishing became his lifeline, leading him to create free trips for veterans. He also dives into the transformative power of psychedelic therapy, recounting his experiences with ibogaine that ignited a passion for service and purpose, emphasizing community over pity in supporting fellow veterans.
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Founding Not Lucky Veteran Fishing
- Jimmy Armel founded Not Lucky Veteran Fishing to take active duty and veterans offshore for free and tag great white sharks in winter to honor the fallen.
- He described extreme heat days and watching clients for heat casualties as part of his hands-on care.
Preload Fluids Before A Hot-Day Trip
- Prepare for a fishing trip by pre-loading fluids: drink at least a half gallon daily for two days beforehand.
- Use electrolyte packets like Element or BioLite the night before to improve hydration.
Most Deployed Soldiers Don't See Combat
- Jimmy explains less than 5% of deployed soldiers actually see combat, challenging common assumptions about veterans' experiences.
- He stresses soldier roles vary widely and praise for violence is localized to specific combat units like Rangers.
