For the 4th piece in this mini-series of stories I WISH would have made into the book or movie, Black Hawk Down, I was honored to sit down with Dan Jollota, a highly accomplished Army Aviator who served for 40 years, retiring as a Chief Warrant Officer 5 (something very few Americans have achieved). In his career, he was assigned to several Special Operations aviation units, and his skill, commitment, and courage in Somalia in 1993 was instrumental in saving many lives.You’ll hear:About his incredible career, which includes over 6,000 skydiving jumps and over 10,000 flight hoursWhy I believe Night Stalker pilots are the greatest helicopter pilots on the planetWhy there’s such a tight bond and dedication between pilots and ground forces, especially in combat2 inspiring stories of ‘staying in the fight’ in Somalia that are the most courageous acts from the air in combat I’ve ever seenRegrets and lessons from Operation Gothic Serpent that we carried with us into later operations and our livesLeave a review of this podcast on your favorite platform; it helps us get these stories out to more people who need to hear them!To give specific feedback directly to us on what you like about the podcast and what you don’t, fill out this 5-minute survey.Don’t let fear win. Get your FREE copy of the Unbeatable Army Survival Guide HERE.

In honor of the 30th anniversary of the events known as Black Hawk Down, we’re in a series of stories I WISH would have made it into the book and movie. For this episode, I got to sit down with Kurt Smith, who has heavily impacted me not just as a warrior, but as a man. We served together for years in Special Operations, and in Somalia in 1993, he was part of the "main effort" during the fight. His friendship during that time was vital for me and many others.You’ll hear:Why we both believe the force put together for the Somalia mission is one of the best ever assembled in historyHow we got to know each other when we were neighbors as Sergeants in the Ranger RegimentA time when his example gave me a punch in the gut and challenged me to be a better manWhy I was so impressed by the speed and efficiency with which his unit operatedAn honest discussion of what it’s like to be in some of the heaviest gunfire Americans have ever seen and watching people we admired die right before our eyesLeave a review of this podcast on your favorite platform; it helps us get these stories out to more people who need to hear them!To give specific feedback directly to us on what you like about the podcast and what you don’t, fill out this 5-minute survey.Don’t let fear win. Get your FREE copy of the Unbeatable Army Survival Guide HERE.

This series is true stories of valor and courage that should have been in the book or movie, Black Hawk Down. In this episode, I interview Brad Paulsen, who is without doubt, the bravest man I’ve ever seen in a firefight. In 1993, he was a young Ranger who hadn’t been in the Army very long. He was a turret gunner in Somalia, and his ability to remain calm multiple times when he was certain he was going to die amazed me. His actions saved many lives (including mine), and I am truly honored to have served with him.You’ll hear:How he ended up in the Ranger RegimentWhat went through his mind when he was being shot at from all directionsHow he maintained composure when doing one of the most gruesome tasks a warrior ever doesHow he successfully operated a 50 cal weapon with a severely injured hand (something VERY few people could do)How we could have all been killed if he did not have perfect accuracy with a grenadeWhat he did that I believe is the greatest single act of valor I’ve ever seenLeave a review of this podcast on your favorite platform; it helps us get these stories out to more people who need to hear them! To give specific feedback directly to us on what you like about the podcast and what you don’t, fill out this 5-minute survey.Don’t let fear win. Get your FREE copy of the Unbeatable Army Survival Guide HERE.

This is the first in a 5-part series of stories I WISH would have made it into the book and movie Black Hawk Down. Matt Eversmann is a 20-year Army veteran. He and I served together in the streets of Somalia on October 3, 1993 with the Ranger Regiment, and his story is one of courageous leadership when he was suddenly and unexpectedly put in charge.Today, Matt is a New York Times bestselling co-author and teaches organizations how to adapt to rapid change, highlighting the importance of leadership, resilience, responsibility, and courage.You’ll hear:Why he was suddenly thrust into leadership in Somalia and how the Army prepares warriors for situations like thatWhat I observed from him on the battlefield that impressed me so muchA discussion about the harsh realities of warfare that most people don’t understand2 other parts of Matt’s career that I’ve observed and highly respectWhat his books are about and why he wrote them**Go HERE for a chance to win a FREE e-copy of Walk in My Combat Boots (Drawing will be held Friday, Sep 15)Learn more about books by Matt Eversmann and James Patterson:Walk in My Combat BootsWalk the Blue LineE.R. NursesLeave a review of this podcast on your favorite platform; it helps us get these stories out to more people who need to hear them!To give specific feedback directly to us on what you like about the podcast and what you don’t, fill out this 5-minute survey.Don’t let fear win. Get your FREE copy of the Unbeatable Army Survival Guide HERE.

Clint Callahan has been a social worker and therapist for 23 years, helping thousands of people go from stress, burnout, and feeling stuck… to loving life again. Multiple times in his own life, he needed a radical transformation while working through the scars of being bullied, extreme burnout working in a maximum security prison, a career crisis, and grief surrounding his mother’s suicide. Over time, he learned a combination of techniques that led to a drastic positive turnaround in his life, and he now shares it with others through his life coaching system, Small Changes, Big Impact.You’ll hear:How early life trauma built up to severe anxiety and depression as a teenWarning signs that might indicate your teen needs counselingWhat led him to become a therapistHow his adult life hit a wall that he describes as being ‘completely fried in all areas’The simple techniques he discovered that changed everything in his work, health, and relationshipsThe 4 key areas to focus on 1% every day for 100 days if you want to make a changeLearn more about Small Changes, Big Impact HEREFollow Clint in Facebook or InstagramLeave a review of this podcast on your favorite platform; it helps us get these stories out to more people who need to hear them! To give specific feedback directly to us on what you like about the podcast and what you don’t, fill out this 5-minute survey.Don’t let fear win. Get your FREE copy of the Unbeatable Army Survival Guide HERE.

Medical errors are the 3rd leading cause of death in the US. Charles Gellman, CEO and Co-founder of HiDO Health is 100% focused on ensuring more people get top-notch, consistent, care through the use of Ai-assisted robotics.When a mis-diagnosis almost killed him, he was forced to think about variances in the quality of medical care and how technology can help minimize error. Today, he courageously works at the intersection of 2 hot-button issues (healthcare and artificial intelligence) and is literally saving lives.You’ll hear:About his time in the ICU because of mis-diagnosis that changed the course of his lifeWhy he specifically studied ‘clinical informatics’ or data scienceHow he has navigated the risks of starting a business that no one has ever done beforeWhat his robotic device specifically does to transform home health and reduce hospitalizationsHis answer to the question, “Do you think Ai will replace humans in health care?”Follow HiDO on YouTubeWatch the documentary, Ai Robotics…The HiDO StoryLearn more about HiDO HERELeave a review of this podcast on your favorite platform; it helps us get these stories out to more people who need to hear them!To give specific feedback directly to us on what you like about the podcast and what you don’t, fill out this 5-minute survey.Don’t let fear win. Get your FREE copy of the Unbeatable Army Survival Guide HERE.

Ep. 101: Brad Nelson- How a regular dad saved his family from financial ruinBrad is a normal guy who has helped people save and pay off tens of millions of dollars as the host of the Debt Free Dad Podcast and founder of Roots of Personal Finance.Breaking free from the weight of his own crushing debt is how he learned those skills, and without financial freedom, he wouldn’t be able to get his special needs daughter the intense care she needs or carefully walk his family through the pain and grief of suddenly losing his wife to suicide earlier this year.You’ll hear:What it was like to learn that their daughter, Avery, was born with a brain injury and being told by doctors she would never have a normal lifeWhat caused his wife’s later struggle with mental illness that caused her to take her lifeStories of how he and I both got out of debt and how financial freedom has saved our families from devastation and stressSteps to take to ensure you’re not 1 paycheck away from disaster when life throws you a curveballWhat caused him to start Debt Free Dad and Roots of Personal FinanceFind out more about Roots of Personal Finance HEREListen to the Debt Free Dad podcast HERELeave a review of this podcast on your favorite platform; it helps us get these stories out to more people who need to hear them!To give specific feedback directly to us on what you like about the podcast and what you don’t, fill out this 5-minute survey.Don’t let fear win. Get your FREE copy of the Unbeatable Army Survival Guide HERE.

Today, we hit a big Unbeatable milestone! We celebrate 100 episodes of great guests and amazing stories. I invited a man whom I highly respect to help me celebrate this milestone. Jake Hamilton is Unbeatable in his personal life and a documentary maker in the entertainment industry.Cinematographer and Director Jacob Hamilton has worked with and for some of the biggest names in television, sports, and the movies. Jake has had a “backstage pass to life” filming many seasons with Chip and Joanna Gaines, while telling the story of Basketball Legend Steph Curry or directing the cinematography for one of the biggest documentaries today.Jake also rode next to me as I re-lived one of the most powerful moments of my life when I “Returned to Mogadishu” in 2013.In this episode, you’ll hear:How he put his life on the line to get the shot with me in MogadishuHow losing his mother to cancer as a child has affected the rest of his lifeThe price and the privileges of life in the entertainment industryHow he brings forgotten stories back to lifeHis role in the smash hit Facing NolanWhat Chip and Joanna Gaines are like off cameraHow he juggles family and time away for workFind out more about Jacob Hamilton’s films and Television hereWatch Jake work on Return to Mogadishu hereStay tuned to the end of this podcast when I announce the big winner of the Episode 100 Giveaway to one member of the Unbeatable Army.Join the Unbeatable Army for free HERE.Leave a review of this podcast on your favorite platform; it helps us get these stories out to more people who need to hear them!To give specific feedback directly to us on what you like about the podcast and what you don’t, fill out this 5-minute survey.Don’t let fear win. Get your FREE copy of the Unbeatable Army Survival Guide HERE.

What do you do with the pain when you’ve been hurt or betrayed? Lois Wagner lives in South Africa. One day, while working late, she was attacked, stabbed multiple times, raped, and left for dead. Soon after, her business partner betrayed her, and she lost everything. For a long time, she held onto fear, trauma, and hatred, and it was destroying her from the inside out. –until she learned the secret to finding real peace and freedom from her immense pain. Now she coaches others on how to truly let go, build resilience, and be free.You’ll hear:How she escaped and survived the attack that changed her life after a relatively calm upbringing in South AfricaThe mental, emotional, and physical effects that plagued her for decadesWhat happened when she faced her attacker when he came up for paroleHer 3 steps for how to work through the process of forgiveness and healingWhat she means by her book title, Walking Without SkinWatch Lois’ TedX talk HEREOrder her book HERELearn more about her coaching HERESome days you just need a little pep talk, so I created a motivational video where I share the top lessons I learned when I went through Ranger School. I did it to help motivate you when you’re facing your own challenges and facing adversity. The video is free, and you can get it HERE.Leave a review of this podcast on your favorite platform; it helps us get these stories out to more people who need to hear them! To give specific feedback directly to us on what you like about the podcast and what you don’t, fill out this 5-minute survey.Don’t let fear win. Get your FREE copy of the Unbeatable Army Survival Guide HERE.

Being a congressman is not for the faint of heart, and US Representative Barry Loudermilk, from Georgia, has faced more than his share of challenges there. After a career in the US Air Force, he ran for office with the belief that, “You can either accept the status quo…or you can do something about it.”Since 2015, he has survived a baseball game shooting in Washington, DC, a near-fatal car accident, an assassination attempt, and a train crash. No matter what happens, though, he stays focused on his mission, despite the often brutal circumstances.You’ll hear:About his father’s distinguished military service in some of the most famous battles in historyThe best piece of advice he got when deciding to run for officeWhy he ran TOWARD the gunfire, instead of away from it, during the congressional baseball game shootingWhat keeps him focused and moving forward when things get tough in lifeWhat it’s like to be heavily involved in the January 6th investigationLearn more about US Representative Barry Loudermilk HERESome days you just need a little pep talk, so I created a motivational video where I share the top lessons I learned when I went through Ranger School. I did it to help motivate you when you’re facing your own challenges and facing adversity. The video is free, and you can get it HERE.Leave a review of this podcast on your favorite platform; it helps us get these stories out to more people who need to hear them! To give specific feedback directly to us on what you like about the podcast and what you don’t, fill out this 5-minute survey.Don’t let fear win. Get your FREE copy of the Unbeatable Army Survival Guide HERE.