PBD Podcast Army Ranger & Entrepreneur Mat Best | PBD Podcast | Ep. 173
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Jul 26, 2022 
Join Mat Best, co-founder of Black Rifle Coffee and an Army Ranger veteran known for his viral content, along with Tom Zenner, co-host of 'One Degree of Scandalous.' They dive into the challenges veterans face transitioning to civilian life and the camaraderie forged in the military. The conversation also addresses Black Rifle Coffee's response to controversies and discusses political topics like redefined recessions and China's influence on U.S. farmland. Expect humor, real talk about integrity, and a dash of entrepreneurial advice!
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Increased Homelessness in Los Angeles
- Patrick Bet-David recounts a recent trip to Los Angeles, observing a stark increase in homelessness.
- Even affluent areas like Beverly Hills were significantly affected, challenging his prior perceptions.
Mat Best's Background and Black Rifle Coffee
- Mat Best shares his background, from growing up in a military family to serving as an Army Ranger.
- He transitioned to civilian life, struggled, and ultimately found success through entrepreneurship, co-founding Black Rifle Coffee.
Military to Civilian Transition Challenges
- The biggest challenge for military personnel transitioning to civilian life is the cultural shift.
- Mat Best highlights the difficulty of adapting to civilian sensitivities and the importance of finding a supportive work culture.
