Straight Talk - Mind and Muscle Podcast

Subscribe for more amazing tips, interviews and wisdom from phenomenal guests ------- And get your ** FREE ** copy of my 5 day Meal Plan and Exercise eBook here: https://realketonesaustralia.com/“Emotions Assassinate The Truth”Well-it is not often that I find myself lost for words- but that sure did happen during this show.If you have ever needed to hear how to take RESPONSIBILITY for your own life and circumstances , then this man makes Jock Willink look like a mere student. ( sorry Jocko)A sit down with the World Famous Marcus AURELIUS Anderson 0Ted Talk Speaker, Author, Soldier, Consultant and in may mind a true STOIC.One of the most insightful and thoughtful men I have ever met, Marcus however is never caught in the “Paralysis by Analysis” Trap.He was however, Paralysed and left a quadriplegic at 38 yrs of age due to a military career, preparing to go to Afghanistan on Operations with the 10th Mountain Division (of Blackhawk Down fame). While training to deploy with the United States Army Marcus suffered a serious spinal injury. During the ensuing surgery he died on the operating table twice.Using the “Best way out is always through” mentality, Marcus overcame his disability and lifted himself form the darkest off depths to the dizzying highs of his famous Ted Talk, Authoring his book “the Gift of Adversity” and his podcast “Acta Non Verba”.Without further ado- I give you Marcus AURELIUS Anderson- a 2022 STOIC.Mindset Coach to Elite CEO's, Leaders and Entrepreneurs Author of "The Gift of Adversity” https://www.amazon.com/Gift-Adversity-Overcoming-Paralysis-Purpose/dp/1978225547 TEDx and International Keynote Speaker https://youtu.be/iXicUawrH6o Host of ACTA NON VERBA Podcast. https://open.spotify.com/show/1B0gkbZbEI7Htnl69sFlq2You can find Marcus at: https://www.marcusaureliusanderson.com/ Subscribe for more amazing tips, interviews and wisdom from phenomenal guests ------- And get your ** FREE ** copy of my 5 day Meal Plan and Exercise eBook here: https://realketonesaustralia.com/


I am Damian Porter , Former Special Forces Operator, High Performance Living Coach from www.eatwellmovewell.net and you can listen to my straight talk mind and muscle podcast sponsored by www.realketonesaustralia.com the best and most effective ketone supplement on the market to reduce anxiety, enhance brain performance and supply twice as much energy as glucose.

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Commander Joe Dituri- "A Cocktail For Curing TBI (Traumatic Brain Injury)”I had an amazing talk with US Navy Commander Joe DIturi (ret) ( aka Dr Deep Sea) who is just an absolute legend. In fact he had just finished teaching a class before we started recording.After serving 29 years in the US Navy he is still giving back to the Special Operations community.He spoke so knowledgeably about the use of Ketones to support and enhance Warfighter performance,, Preventing seizures and Helping brain performance.We went on to speak about Transition from Military to Civilian life and why are so many Special Forces guys so good at getting qualified as Professors, Doctors, and Masters Degrees in their later lives.He speaks about the bridge between military and academia.Such a fun and charismatic guy he was a joy to speak to, but he really surprised me when he spoke about his own car accident and Traumatic Brain Injury.You can literally see my jaw drop when he revealed he has actually developed a “cocktail for curing TBI “and therefore Suicide Prevention at the University of South Florida.Doing everything to SAFELY increase cerebral blood flow. The studies show that they are CURING TRAUMATIC BRAIN INJURY at his University. READ, THAT, AGAIN.This is a must watch/listen for anyone who knows someone who plays contact sports, is current or former military or someone who has or knows someone who has experienced a TBI and is in trouble. 
You can find Joe at https://drdeepsea.com/On Insta at https://www.instagram.com/drdeepsea/I am Damian Porter , Former Special Forces Operator, High Performance Living Coach from www.eatwellmovewell.net and you can listen to my straight talk mind and muscle podcast sponsored by www.realketonesaustralia.com the best and most effective ketone supplement on the market to reduce anxiety, enhance brain performance and supply twice as much energy as glucose.

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I am Damian Porter , Former Special Forces Operator, High Performance Living Coach from www.eatwellmovewell.net and you can listen to my straight talk mind and muscle podcast sponsored today by www.armsads.com Tony Blauer- The Father of Modern Day Scientific Self Defense."Teaching People How To Choose Courage"Tony is one of the few Combatives experts who has successfully affected training across all the combat related communities: self-defense, combat sports, and the military & law enforcement sector.Featured on the cover of pretty much every "Martial Arts" Magazine in the past, I wanted to find out how Tony has brought his life saving craft into the modern era and successfully navigated the post 2020 lockdowns and his answers are  inspirational.I asked Tony about such things as- The difference between martial arts and actual combat - Mindset vs Skill Set - Inventing the Spear Garage GymSome of the wisdom you will hear and learn about in this show are: "Only those who manage their fear, manage the fight, Make fear your copilot, not your backseat driver, The mind navigates the body, Instinct, Intuition, Intelligence."Tony spoke with such wisdom and passion  and  is a wealth of knowledge and it was an honour to share some of his story on the show today.You can find more about Tony atFree guide MAKING FRIENDS WITH FEAR - https://getknowfear.com/e-book1 His main website https://www.blauertrainingsystems.com/ GARAGE GYM SELF-DEFENSE - https://blauerspear.com/ggc Instagram training page - https://www.instagram.com/spear.system/“When the history of this Warrior Renaissance, this Golden Age of Warriors, is written, Tony Blauer will be remembered as one of the great pioneers who propelled us forward to the next evolutionary step in warriorhood.”-Lt. Col. Dave Grossman, U.S. Army (Ret.) Director, Killology Research Group, Author, ON KILLING

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I am Damian Porter , Former Special Forces Operator, High Performance Living Coach from www.eatwellmovewell.net and you can listen to my straight talk mind and muscle podcast sponsored today by www.armsads.com Tony Blauer- The Father of Modern Day Scientific Self Defense."Teaching People How To Choose Courage"Tony is one of the few Combatives experts who has successfully affected training across all the combat related communities: self-defense, combat sports, and the military & law enforcement sector.Featured on the cover of pretty much every "Martial Arts" Magazine in the past, I wanted to find out how Tony has brought his life saving craft into the modern era and successfully navigated the post 2020 lockdowns and his answers are  inspirational.I asked Tony about such things as- The difference between martial arts and actual combat - Mindset vs Skill Set - Inventing the Spear Garage GymSome of the wisdom you will hear and learn about in this show are: "Only those who manage their fear, manage the fight, Make fear your copilot, not your backseat driver, The mind navigates the body, Instinct, Intuition, Intelligence."Tony spoke with such wisdom and passion  and  is a wealth of knowledge and it was an honour to share some of his story on the show today.You can find more about Tony atFree guide MAKING FRIENDS WITH FEAR - https://getknowfear.com/e-book1 His main website https://www.blauertrainingsystems.com/ GARAGE GYM SELF-DEFENSE - https://blauerspear.com/ggc Instagram training page - https://www.instagram.com/spear.system/“When the history of this Warrior Renaissance, this Golden Age of Warriors, is written, Tony Blauer will be remembered as one of the great pioneers who propelled us forward to the next evolutionary step in warriorhood.”-Lt. Col. Dave Grossman, U.S. Army (Ret.) Director, Killology Research Group, Author, ON KILLING

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What it’s like being the Head PTI for NZ SAS”I had the pleasure to reconnect with an old friend of mine today- Scott Cottier. Scott was my Physical Training Instructor (PTI) in the NZ Army and then also in the 1st New Zealand Special Air Service Group when I was a Commando.Scott’s goal after becoming a PTI was always to become the “Head Trainer” for the SAS and he accomplished this in 2006 and served there for 6 years- improving the application of Physical Training for the Tier 1 Special Forces Unit and I can say from personal experience he did a great job.He is a man who epitomises the “Unrelenting g Pursuit of Excellence” and is a wealth of knowledge about functional elite fitness and now uses this to improve.success in corporates, teams and individuals.Scott takes what looks at first sight to be an unconventional and brutal approach in applying his craft, but you will find out in the show, after training such high performing individuals and warfighters, you will find his approach refreshingly honest and applicable.Listen in for the story I tell about when we had him in the Kill House with live rounds whizzing past his head, he has a great sense of humour and it has been an honour to watch his successful journey and positivity.You can find Scott at scott@specforce.co.nzI am Damian Porter , Former Special Forces Operator, High Performance Living Coach from www.eatwellmovewell.net and you can listen to my straight talk mind and muscle podcast sponsored by www.realketonesaustralia.com the best and most effective ketone supplement on the market to reduce anxiety, enhance brain performance and supply twice as much energy as glucose.

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This show, as always, was a true honour to create.Originally planned to be Pat McNamara of Delta Force, Joe Hotai of Australian SAS and Clint Emerson of Seal Team 6 and CIA, Clint couldn't make it due to a book launch commitment for " The Rugged Life". SO as always with Special Forces types, we pushed on and achieved the mission objective ( Sorry Clint) and it turned out to be an amazing show. We spoke about how Special Forces skills  can carry over to everyday life and self defence.The differences and similarities between the units they have all worked for, and worked alongside. Pat served with the US Green Berets, Served in the Cold War in Berlin and Soviet Germany and then on to 12 yrs in Delta Force and finished the Sergeants Major Academy.

Joe served in the NZ Army, Passed NZSAS Selection and Cycle of training. He then served with 4 RAR Commandos and went on to pass Australian SAS  Selection and served with them for 5 yrs. They speak with such wisdom and humility and I am sure you will be surprised at their openness. From Seal Team 6, Ranger Battalion, FBI HRT, British SAS,  US Airforce JTAC to name a few- they have worked with them all. Watch out for the middle of. the show where I may be the only person who has stumped Pat with a question!! It is hilarious. This show is a rare insight into the mindset of former Special Forces Operators and how we are currently using our knowledge, training and skills to help others, ourselves, and our loved ones.

Thanks to Pat and Joe once again for being guests and creating such awesome content for the world audience and I look forward to the next time we chat.You can find JOE at- https://linktr.ee/joehotai and on INSTA at- www.instagram.com/joehotai/ You can find PAT at  www.tmacsinc.com and on INSTA at https://www.instagram.com/tmacsinc/

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I am Damian Porter , Former Special Forces Operator, High Performance Living Coach from www.eatwellmovewell.net and you can listen to my straight talk mind and muscle podcast sponsored by www.realketonesaustralia.com the best and most effective ketone supplement on the market to reduce anxiety, enhance brain performance and supply twice as much energy as glucose.

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An amazing, refreshing talk with a very clever man who specialises in the study of human behaviour.Mark is an expert in the field of sustainable high performance and has worked with the highest performing people in the country, from Special Forces ( Australian Commandos and SAS) through to Australian Institute of Sport.He now consults for many high profile Reality TV Shows such as Survivor, The Bachelor, Bachelorette, SAS Australia and many more.You can find Mark at -https://markmathieson.com/and on Insta at https://www.instagram.com/mark.a.mathieson/Listen closely for the pure gold he gives out about the Keys to a Robust Base of Mental Health- Physical, Psychological and Social Health.The flip side to  this is the person who becomes Elite ( at their Sport or Career) at the expense of all the other aspects of life that a well rounded and firm based person possesses. As Mark says, if and when their Sport or Career is taken away a=or comes to an end, they can often fall apart.We spoke about our mutual friends and former colleagues  Ollie Ollerton of https://break-point.co.uk/ Nick Caldwell of https://themillgym.com/, Dr Dan Pronk of https://resilienceshield.com/ Christian Thibaudeau, Delta Force's Sgt Major John Mcphee, Richie McCaw NZ All Blacks Rugby Legend, Cmdr Joe Dituri https://drdeepsea.com/ , Joe Hotai of https://www.zeroalpha.co.nz/joe-hotai and of course a great shout out to Isabella Rositano aka @theaussieferocity for introducing Mark and I and making this show happen.This show is a must listen for anyone going through a life transition of any kind, who feels there is some part missing in their life ecosystem and definitely the veteran, soldier, EMS operator who is looking at or going through transition to a new career and life path.Thank you Mark for such an enlightening and meaningful sit down and I look forward to speaking with you again."Subscribe for more amazing tips, interviews and wisdom from phenomenal guests ------- And get your ** FREE ** copy of my 5 day Meal Plan and Exercise eBook here: https://realketonesaustralia.com/


 I am Damian Porter , Former Special Forces Operator, High Performance Living Coach from www.eatwellmovewell.net and you can listen to my straight talk mind and muscle podcast sponsored by www.realketonesaustralia.com the best and most effective ketone supplement on the market to reduce anxiety, enhance brain performance and supply twice as much energy as glucose.

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I had a sit down with an incredibly inspiring individual, Matt Hayes.Matt is blowing up Insta right now with his @theheathenmachine posts and videos and he is the epitome of ACTION backed up with MEANINGFUL and AUTHENTIC words.After leaving the Military, serving years as a United States Marine he has found his way to discovering his purpose and he shares these body and mind insights in an awesome way, both in this show and on his platforms including his own podcast " The HeathenMachine Chronicles."What blew my mind was when he shared how he went from being Hostile and Lost to becoming Empathetic, Grateful and full of Gratitude. I won't spoil it here but it's an AWESOME listen!From quotes like- "Stop thinking about what you don't have" to talking about growing vegetables and homesteading to his crazy photos in Kilts, Warpaint and swords he really is an inspiration and has so much passion for helping others.,It was a true honour to speak with Matt and I am sure you will get as much from our conversation as I did. Oh- and did I mention Magic Mushrooms, psychedelics and psilocybine??!!Subscribe for more amazing tips, interviews and wisdom from phenomenal guests -------And get your ** FREE ** copy of my 5 day Meal Plan and Exercise eBook here: https://realketonesaustralia.com/I am Damian Porter , Former Special Forces Operator, High Performance Living Coach from www.eatwellmovewell.net and you can listen to my straight talk mind and muscle podcast sponsored by www.realketonesaustralia.com the best and most effective ketone supplement on the market to reduce anxiety, enhance brain performance and supply twice as much energy as glucose.links for my former shows are here-spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1rlAGRXCwLIJfQCQ5B3PYB?si=UmgsMBFkRfelCAm1E4Pd3QItunes - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/straight-talk-mind-and-muscle-podcast/id1315986446?mt=2YouTube- https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLpt-Zy1jciVn7cWB0B-y5WATyzrzfwucZGoogle - https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cDovL2ZlZWRzLmxpYnN5bi5jb20vMTA5NDc4L3JzczI?ep=14Amazon https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/5bce2d31-a171-4e83-bada-d1384c877e76

Today I had the honour of speaking with and sharing the story of Josiah Kaufmann, Former Navy SEAL  and BUD/S Instructor. If you have ever wondered about how to become a SEAL or what it takes to Pass BUD/S then this is a must listen show!

Joe is the founder of www.thewarriorcalling.com which specialises in making men SEAL ready, Elite Performance Coaching and Mentoring.

 We spoke about how he shares his Special Forces (Naval Special Warfare) experience and training ion order to HELP OTHERS TRAIN AT THE ELITE LEVEL AND TO “TRAIN THE NEXT GENERATION  OF WARRIORS”.
 Joe talks about the difference between being a BUD/S instructor and becoming a civilian mentor and coach. And he opened up about his transition from the military being the hardest thing he has ever had to do and how he has moved on to the next chapter/season of life and has found his purpose in helping others. 

A true gentleman, a picture of humility and an expert in preparing people for SEAL training, Joe and his Warrior Calling team have now branched out and  have released the ——— program worldwide. Joe delved beyond the physical aspects he trains people in and spoke about the Mental Conditioning, the Cold Water Immersion, and Sleep side of the programming and how vital these components are for success. You can find Joe at www.thewariorcalling.comat Forged Elite https://thewarriorcalling.com/ and on Insta: https://www.instagram.com/thewarriorcallingSubscribe for more amazing tips, interviews and wisdom from phenomenal guests -------And get your ** FREE ** copy of my 5 day Meal Plan and Exercise eBook here: https://realketonesaustralia.com/I am Damian Porter , Former Special Forces Operator, High Performance Living Coach from www.eatwellmovewell.net and you can listen to my straight talk mind and muscle podcast sponsored by www.realketonesaustralia.com the best and most effective ketone supplement on the market to reduce anxiety, enhance brain performance and supply twice as much energy as glucose.

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Today I had the opportunity to sit down with Tory Knight- Former Australian Air Force Combat Controller- a father, a veteran,an author, board member, resilience coach, mental health advocate & speaker.We had a great chat and he spoke about going from Special Operations to civilian life as an author, and what it is like to write a book about his life.I have titled the show- "Finding Purpose and a Sense of Belonging" as Troy shows in the interview how he has successfully done that in the many chapters of his life.Troy tells some funny stories and not so funny ones ranging from the time he parachuted into a chicken coop to calling in F16 Strafing mission "Danger Close" to his mates in battle.You can find Troy at- www.troyknight.com.auThe awesome Not for Profit he supports at https://www.duesouthaus.com.au/He is on Insta at https://www.instagram.com/troy_knight06/. and https://www.instagram.com/havoczerosix/