DTD PODCAST
By DJ KELLY
DTD PODCASTJun 19, 2023
Episode 166 Seth Gehle "82nd Airborne/Child Abuse Survivor/Go Beyond the Shadows"
Please Be Advised This episode contains GRAPHIC Description of Child Abuse
Seth's journey is one of resilience and redemption. From enduring extreme poverty, violence, and prolonged sexual abuse as a child, Seth has faced more than his fair share of trials. Yet, through unwavering determination and an indomitable spirit, he has risen above his circumstances to become the incredible individual he is today.
But Seth's story doesn't end with his personal triumphs. Instead, he has chosen to become a champion for all victims of abuse, using his own experiences to advocate for mental healthcare and support systems for those who have suffered similarly.
In this episode, Seth opens up about his past, sharing the raw and often difficult moments that have shaped him. Join us as we explore how adversity has molded Seth into a beacon of strength and resilience, and how his journey is not just about surviving, but thriving, and making a profound difference in the lives of others.
Episode 165: Tim Demaio “US Navy Veteran, Pentagon Contractor, Berserker Built Boards”
Episode 164: Taylor Cavanaugh “Navy SEAL/French Foreign Legionnaire”
This week in the studio, an extraordinary individual whose life's journey transcends the boundaries of adversity, resilience, and redemption. From a turbulent past marked by brushes with the law, the U.S. Navy SEALs, and subsequent turmoil that led to a downward spiral, His story is a testament to the human spirit's capacity for transformation. After hitting rock bottom and grappling with homelessness and despair, a pivotal moment guided him across the Atlantic to the French Foreign Legion. It was here, amidst discipline and self-restraint, that he discovered redemption, inner peace, and the profound fortification of mind and body. My guest stands as the sole individual to have walked the path of both a United States Navy SEAL and a French Foreign Legionnaire, embodying a remarkable narrative of personal evolution and triumph. With a guiding mantra of "Training the body and mind for the divine design," he inspires others to commence their journey towards realizing their dreams despite life's most formidable obstacles.
Episode 163: Ben Wallick “Navy SEAL/Vanilla Gorilla Security”
Episode 162: Joe Hahn “Navy SEAL/The Bearded Frogman”
Episode 161: Liam Cogan “Navy SEAL/Silent Butt Deadly”
Episode 160: Nicholas Ige “U.S. Army Ranger/The Flying Hawaiian
Within the Army, Nicholas became an integral part of the esteemed 82nd Airborne and later joined the elite 75th Ranger Regiment, where he honed his skills as an Army Ranger. During six deployments, his unwavering dedication and courage earned him both a Purple Heart and a Bronze Star with Valor, testament to his commitment to duty and the sacrifices he made for his country.
Currently, Nicholas is a junior at Harvard College, pursuing a degree in neuroscience with a profound mission—to advocate for non-standard forms of therapy. Amidst his academic pursuits, he has set his sights on a unique and challenging goal: becoming the first actively enrolled student in Harvard's history to summit the tallest mountain on every continent. This ambitious endeavor serves a dual purpose—raising awareness about student mental health and inspiring fellow veterans to pursue education after completing their military service.
Nicholas's journey is a testament to resilience, determination, and a deep-seated desire to make a positive impact on the lives of others. As he navigates the academic landscape at Harvard and scales towering peaks, his story unfolds as a beacon of inspiration and a call to action for mental health advocacy and educational pursuits post-military service.
Episode 159: Mark Greene “Navy SEAL/ UnSEALed”
Episode 158: Adam Bardwell “Green Beret/Nonstandard Inc.
Episode 157: Nick Jones “Marine Raider/Talons Reach Foundation”
In 2013, Nick pursued a career as a Marine Raider. He attended the Marine Special Operations Assessment and Selection Program and was successfully selected and trained in 2014. He was assigned to the 2nd Marine Raider Battalion, Hotel Company, Team 2. During his time, Nick served as an Element Member, Assistant Element Leader, and an Element Leader.
In Nick’s military career, he conducted a total of five deployments, with three deployments being to combat. He has also been recognized multiple times for his service and possesses a Navy Cross, Navy and Marine Corps Commendation Medal for Valor, and a Purple Heart.
Following his injuries on March 8th, 2020, Nick underwent six major surgeries in a matter of a year and a half. He made the difficult decision to medically retire from his career in the Marine Corp. Nick currently undergoes numerous treatments and rehabilitations in his journey to recovery. Residing in Bozeman, Montana, Nick’s journey led him to founding Talons Reach Foundation in 2021. His primary focus and purpose in life is to share his story and assist those like himself in finding their purpose after their Special Operation Forces careers conclude and overcome their struggles in their darkest days. He has a wife, Hanah, a daughter, and 3 dogs.
Episode 156: Barry “Baz” Gray “Royal Marine Commando/Antarctica Expedition”
Barry was always an adventurous spirit growing up, very much the outdoor type. He enjoyed almost every type of sport and excelled in quite a few of them. His true-life adventure started as a 16-year-old when he applied to join the Royal Marine Commandos. Before he reached his eighteenth birthday, he had completed the world’s toughest military basic training course and took his place amongst the UK’s finest soldiers.
The Royal Marines are the UK’s specialists in Mountain and Cold Weather training. All Royal Marines go through this training but it’s a unique and special group of marines that deliver the training, they are known as the Mountain Leader Branch. Barry applied for the gruelling and extremely challenging course in 1998 and was a fully trained Mountain Leader instructor 10 months later. Barry then went on to become the Chief Instructor of this very special group in 2007.
Barry’s career saw him deployed on Operational tours to Northern Ireland, Kosovo, Iraq, and Afghanistan. As a Royal Marine and Mountain Leader, he has travelled the globe including the Himalayas, Norway, European Alps, The Andes, USA, Oman, Brunei, and Antarctica to name but a few.
Barry decided to leave the Royal Marines in December 2016 after 26 years, achieving the rank of Regimental Sergeant Major (RSM).
Amongst his passions are polar history, especially the heroic age, and in 2013 he took part in the successful Shackleton Epic expedition in which he was part of the team that authentically re-enacted Shackleton’s 1916 escape from Elephant Island and crossing of South Georgia. One of the most remarkable Survival stories ever told. The journey can be seen as a three-part documentary on Discovery Channel called “Shackleton Death or Glory”
Barry also skied Solo and unsupported to the South Pole in 2018-19 covering 730 miles in only 38 days making him the third quickest person in history to do so. This was part one of a two part plan to be the first man to ski Solo and Unsupported, without any assistance, to cross the entire Antarctic continent from sea to sea via the South Pole. This attempt is planned for October 2023.
Barry now runs a motivational leadership business which is another big passion; to help others through mindset and resilience become the best versions of themselves.
Episode 155: Trevor Beaman “Green Beret Trauma to Triumph”
Episode 154: Zach James “Army Veteran/Contractor/Author”
Episode 153:Matt Eversman “3rd Ranger Batallion/Black Hawk Down/Author/Public Speaker”
Episode 152: Ty Smith “Navy SEAL/Entrepreneur”
Episode 151: Dan Horgan “JTAC and AWACS”
This week in the studio Dan Horgan is a US Air Force Veteran and served on Active Duty, Reserves, and National Guard. He retired with over 20 years Honorable service. Dan held several positions while in the Air Force from Security Forces, to AWACS aircrew member, to a Tactical Air Control Party (TACP) member and Joint Terminal Attack Control (JTAC) qualified. Dan deployed to Afghanistan in 2011 supporting 10th Mountain Division operations.
While serving in the National Guard, Dan was also a Detective for the Baltimore Police Department and served seven years protecting and serving the residents of Baltimore, Maryland. Dan deployed back to Afghanistan as a defense contractor and worked in the aviation and Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance (ISR) industry. When Dan moved from Oklahoma to Texas, he joined the Black Rifle Coffee Company team as the CEO’s Executive Operations. Dan learned the ins and outs of the coffee and media industry while there from becoming the Director of Marketing Operations and then finally Director of Special Projects.
Dan is married to his wife Bethany, currently serving in the Air National Guard full time, and has four children. Dan is a huge supporter of veteran programs and the therapeutic nature of archery.
Episode 150: John Wayne Troxell “SEAC”
Episode 149: Tip Cullen “Royal Marine Commando/SUNRAY”
Episode 148: Aaron Hale “US Army EOD”
Episode 147: Jason Torey,Jason Tuschen, Zach Garner, Geoff Dardia "Mental Health and the Suicide Epidemic"
This week in the studio 4 heroes join together to talk about one of the most important and sometimes overlooked topics that this show can approach. Mental Health and the Suicide Epidemic are wreaking havoc in not only the Military, but also the law enforcement and first Responder world. It really doesn’t matter what the number per day is anymore, whether it’s 16, 22, or 600, ONE is to many. Join us this week to hear the discussion from guys who have definitely paid their dues, seen their fair share of heartbreak, and have come out on the other side better for it. Please welcome into the studio Jason Torey, Jason Tuschen, Zach Garner, and Geoff Dardia.
Episode 146: Prime Hall “MARSOC Raider/CEO/Master Trainer”
Episode 145: Alan C. Mack “160th SOAR/Razor 3”
Episode 144: Dr. Dan Pronk “Australian SAS Voodoo Medicine”
Episode 143: Dick Thompson “AKA” Dynamite MAC V SOG
Episode 142: Dagan “Hoot” Van Oosten Marine Scout/Sniper/Blackwater Contractor/CIA
Episode 141: Tim “TR” Hendricks: “US Army Intelligence/Armor/The Instructor”
Episode 140: John “Stryker” Meyer/Greg Walker “The Secret War to The Global War on Terror”
Episode 139: Dr. Mark L. Gordon “TBI/PTS/Hormonal Dysfunction Syndrome”
Episode 138: Jason Belford “75th Ranger Regiment”
Episode 137: Jason Torey “Navy SEAL/Sylabs COO”
Episode 136; Neilly Davis (Part 2) “British Intelligence/Go Noisy”
Episode 136: Neilly Davis (Part 1)“British Intelligence/Go Noisy”
Helping me this week with this amazing guest is my friend, former male model, and current Bad Ass. Chuck Ritter….
Episode 135: Bobby Tuttle “Green Beret/Pineland Underground”
Episode 134: Darrell Utt “Green Beret/National Medal of Honor Museum”
Episode 133: Greg Walker “Green Beret/Hatchet Brewing Company”
Episode 132: Drew Wallace “Ranger/Professional Mounted Shooter
Episode 131: Jason Morgan “Combat Weather, Military Paralympian, Veterans Outpost”
Episode 130: Katie Hernandez “EOD, Extreme Athlete, World Record Holder”
Episode 129: Zachary Garner “Purpose and Redemption”
Episode 128: Jason Tuschen “Scholar, Surfer, SEAL”
Episode 127: Lt. Col. Dave Grossman “On Killing/On Combat”
This week in the studio I welcome a man who spent over 23 years in the United States military. He is a for former enlisted and an Airborne Ranger Infantry Officer. My guest has spent a lifetime studying the Science of Killing and Combat, which led him to being an expert witness and a consultant in State and Federal courts. He has testified before the US Senate and Congress and has even been cited in an address by the President of the United States. His books are legendary in the military, law enforcement, and first responder world, and he is here tonight to explain the truth about Lethal Combat, violent visual imagery, Terrorism, and PTS. Please welcome Lt. Col Dave Grossman…..