

Cleared Hot
Andy Stumpf
It is safe to say that I have wandered a bit. I served in the military, flew some jets, jumped out of most, climbed mountains (I jumped off of them too), taught fitness, owned a gym, and have spent the last few years speaking to organizations and leaders. It has been a journey, and in all honesty, I have no idea where it is going. I seek the things that make me uncomfortable. I move towards things that scare me. I think you should too
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Mar 4, 2024 • 2h 60min
Chris Frueh - Understanding Operator Syndrome and The Human Cost of War
Psychologist Chris Frueh discusses Operator Syndrome in military special operations, impacts of trauma, challenges in veteran support, selection of special operation soldiers, evaluating PTSD, navigating psychiatry and VA system, truth in media, gender identity in sports, free speech in education, health concerns post-military service, emotional challenges in relationships, moral injury in military, therapeutic treatments, suicide prevention, and app development for mental health support.

Mar 1, 2024 • 32min
Hydrophobia and Heartache
Delving into the operational use of scuba gear in SEAL missions, combat training, and SEAL teams' innovation. Reflecting on relationship challenges with differing goals and passions, and the quest for mutual fulfillment. Offering advice on supporting a partner in discovering their true desires amid potential relationship changes.

Feb 26, 2024 • 2h 17min
The Last Promise: Duty, Loss, and Healing - With Scott Tatum
A seasoned veteran in emergency medicine shares his emotional journey of fulfilling a promise to his mother by ensuring her peaceful passing. Discussions on the mental toll, impact of high-stress professions on personal relationships, and the challenges faced by professionals like him. Reflections on traumatic experiences, coping mechanisms, transitioning roles in law enforcement and medical response, and unsettling events like paranormal investigations. Navigating trauma and healing in medical professions, fulfilling careers, and personal challenges.

Feb 23, 2024 • 27min
Crossroads and Courage - Some of Life's Battles are Worth it
In this podcast, listeners share heart-wrenching stories of betrayal, abuse, and resilience. One tale deals with infidelity and divorce, navigating how to protect loved ones while seeking healing. Another story recounts escaping domestic violence and weighing military service against personal passion for a fulfilling career. The host engages with audience emails, discussing relationships, and life experiences, offering insights on personal growth and taking ownership of one's journey.

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Feb 19, 2024 • 2h 52min
The Rise of Russia - With Curtis Fox
Exploring Russia's historical military strategies and contemporary geopolitical maneuvers, insights into Kremlin's objectives, military prowess on display, forecasting outcomes of conflict, impact of NATO involvement, economic sustainability of war machine, Russia's military evolution, geopolitical ramifications, Russian language mastery, missile defense systems, Russian security dynamics, challenges in military operations, Vogner Group's evolution, armament of factions, accountability of military resources, speculations on post-Putin era, demographic challenges, AI development impact on humanity, reflections on leadership

Feb 17, 2024 • 30min
What Would It Take To Change Your Mind
Exploring the challenges of changing minds and navigating relationships in a dynamic world. Topics include uprooting for new opportunities, struggles in a marriage, and the importance of effective apologies. Plus, a bizarre conspiracy theory involving astral body modification and technology companies.

Feb 16, 2024 • 30min
What Would It Take to Change Your Mind
The podcast explores the process of changing one's mind and separating individuals from policies, with a focus on Biden and Trump. It also delves into bizarre claims of astral body manipulation and targeting of public figures. Additionally, relationship advice is given on supporting a partner during difficult times.

Feb 12, 2024 • 2h 45min
Damn The Valley - With Will Yeske and Nick Armendariz
Will Yeske, combat veteran and author, and Nick Armendariz, former Infantryman and Squad Leader, share stories of transition and lessons learned in the military. Topics include the writing process, dealing with traumatic events, disturbing cultural permissiveness, the power of communication, surviving wounds of war, the long-term effects of surgeries, navigating a minefield, preserving history, supporting veterans through mobility, preventing veteran suicide, and the significance of memorial bracelets.

Feb 9, 2024 • 30min
The Cusp of WW3, or Not...
Are we headed towards WW3? Examining media bias and negative news stories. Society's manipulation through information. The emotional struggle of transitioning roles and finding fulfillment.

Feb 5, 2024 • 2h 9min
Navigate, Innovate, Elevate - Entrepreneurship and the Great Outdoors with Stephen Turner
Stephen Turner, entrepreneur and licensed commercial pilot, shares insights into entrepreneurship and evolving business models. He discusses flying bank checks for the Montana Federal Reserve, the impact of California's politics on migration to Montana, terrifying experiences with ice accumulation as a pilot, and starting a construction company. The podcast also covers hunting, parenting, identity, experiences as a hunting guide, the impact of weather on elk movement, healthcare and insurance, and exploring Montana's outdoor paradise.


