Mentors for Military Podcast

Nick Norris is a graduate of both the United States Naval Academy and Basic Underwater Demolition / SEAL (BUD/S) Class 247. Upon completion of SEAL training in 2004, Nick assumed progressively higher positions of leadership within Naval Special Warfare. His deployed roles included combat advisor to Iraqi and Afghan military units, Cross Functional Team Leader, and Ground Force Commander during com...

Megan Henry is an officer in the US Army Reserve and also an Olympic athlete for the United States. "I was born two months premature by an emergency C-section and went straight into the ICU. Many didn’t think I would make it; and as my parents say, I have been fighting my way ever since", said Megan.  While at the peak of her career, she suddenly found herself fighting for her life once again. Pat...

Byron, Ryan, and Robert discuss the concerns they all share on the alarming number of veteran suicides, especially within the last twelve months. Veteran suicide continues to climb despite the best efforts by the veterans administration or the thousands of nonprofits focused on post traumatic stress, military sexual trauma, and suicide prevention.  More troops have died by suicide from 2005-2017 t...

John Sherbert is a retired U.S. Army Special Forces Master Sergeant with over 20 years of Special Operations experience having served with 1st Battalion, 75th Ranger Regiment, and 7th Special Forces Group, at the John F. Kennedy Special Warfare Center and School as a Special Forces Urban Combat Course instructor, Unconventional Warfare Instructor, and 4 years as a sworn NC Law Enforcement Officer...

Psychological Operations Specialists plays a significant role in the special operations community. They operate in small, autonomous teams or with other Special Operations Forces as influence experts, who assesses the information needs of a target population and craft messaging to influence and engage target audiences.    Listen to this episode to hear from active duty members of the psychological...

Doug is an active duty U.S. Air Force Tactical Air Control Party (TACP) specialist. TACP specialists imbed with US Army and USMC units to bring firepower and air support to the battlefield. Doug shares with us the pipeline for him to become a TACP and what it was like to attend US Army Ranger School and be one of the few from the Air Force who have graduated. _______ Support a veteran owned busine...

Jamey Caldwell is a former U.S. Army Ranger and Delta Force Operator who previously joined us on Episode 230 and was on the ground in Afghanistan not longer after the 9/11 attacks on the World Trade Center hunting for Osama Bin Laden in the extensive cave complex of Tora Bora. We talk about this mission, the lessons learned, and what he would share with those in the fight today or who are preparin...

Brent Gleeson is a Navy SEAL combat veteran with multiple tours to Iraq and Africa and other theaters of war. Upon leaving SEAL Team 5, Brent turned his discipline and battlefield lessons to the world of business and has become an accomplished entrepreneur, author, and acclaimed speaker on topics ranging from leadership and building high performance teams to culture and organizational transformati...

Jason B.A. Van Camp is what Malcolm Gladwell would refer to as an Outlier; an exceptional person who is successful not just because of his personal accomplishments but his will to win and unique ability and willingness to unlock the potential of others. A decorated Green Beret, world traveler, and loyal friend, Jason has mastered the art of storytelling that reflects many of his own life adventure...

Lane Belone is a U.S. Army Special Forces (Green Beret) Veteran turned performance coach for entreprenuers, world explorers and those making an impact in the world. He joined Robert, Mike Pritts, and Scott on this episode to talk about what he calls the "High Performance Mindset" and what it means to perform high-performance learning. _______ Support a veteran owned business at https://veteranowne...

JB Spisso originally joined us on Episode 214, but he's back to share with you how Warriors Learn From Warriors. JB Spisso is a retired Sergeant Major (SGM/E9) with 26 years of service, including ten years in Special Operations with the elite 75th Ranger Regiment. His book is titled "Warrior Leadership, Steps to Success for Leaders on the Ground" and is available at Amazon.com or at jbsleaders.com...

This episode was taped remotely with Dr. Corinne Devin who is currently stationed in Sicily, Italy and on lock-down during the Coronavirus. Corinne joins Robert and Scott to talk about vision boards, goal setting, and in finding your purpose. _______ Support a veteran owned business at https://veteranownedus.com today. If you are a veteran-owned business, join Veteran Owned US at https://veteranow...

"Inspiration can never be done in a negative way." - JC Glick JC Glick is back on the show with Robert, Scott, and Don. If you've never listened to Episode 228, start there to learn more about JC. In this episode we talk about creating courage as a leader during difficult times: in combat, garrison, in the private sector, during pandemics, ... _______ Support a veteran owned business at https://ve...

Steven Eugene Kuhn is a decorated U.S. Military combat veteran who turns failing business into success across Europe and the US. Steven has been handpicked to consult some of the most influential people in the world about how to expand their brand, build value and loyalty and develop strategies for increasing beneficial relationships. _______ Support a veteran owned business at https://veteranowne...

Byron Rodgers joined Robert and Byron Beplay on this episode. The topics ranged from mindset, discussing controversial topics, communication, current events, to leadership. Byron Rodgers served as an 0311 Infantryman in the USMC. He now owns an executive protection company. _______ Support a veteran owned business at https://veteranownedus.com today. If you are a veteran-owned business, join Veter...

Angel Cortes grew up in a tough environment, but he didn't let that stop him from excelling in everything he's done and in what he continues to do today. A remarkable story that you won't want to miss. _______ Support a veteran owned business at https://veteranownedus.com today. If you are a veteran-owned business, join Veteran Owned US at https://veteranownedus.com/joinup/ This podcast is being b...

In this episode, Robert and Scott talk with former US Army Ranger and Delta Force operator Jamey Caldwell. https://www.1minuteout.com _______ Support a veteran owned business at https://veteranownedus.com today. If you are a veteran-owned business, join Veteran Owned US at https://veteranownedus.com/joinup/ This podcast is being brought to you by UnCanna. Visit http://mentorsformilitary.com/partne...

Joshua David is an active duty US Army Special Forces NCO who served with 2/75 Ranger Regiment and 5th Special Forces Group (Airborne) before being assigned to the United States Army Recruiting Command (USAREC) as a "Call of Duty" gamer. Listen to how a Ranger, SF, Sniper, and Dog Handler became one of the U.S. Army's full-time gamer on Call of Duty. _______ Support a veteran owned business at htt...

JC Glick is a retired Lieutenant Colonel with the U.S. Army who spent time with 1st Battalion, 3rd Battalion, and 75th Ranger Regiment. During his 20-year career, he also served as a team member, Team Leader, Squadron Operations Officer and Troop Commander in the Asymmetric Warfare Group (AWG), an Army Special Missions Unit. In this episode we talk about building a soldier that matters, the anti-e...

SGM Matthew Williams, a 3rd Special Forces Group operations sergeant, graduated from Angelo State University with a bachelor’s degree in criminal justice. Driven to serve, Williams enlisted into the Army under the 18X Special Forces enlistment program in September 2005. On 6 April 2008, ODA 3336 was on a mission to capture or kill high-value targets of the Hezeb Islami al Gulbadin in Shok Valley,...

Josh is a retired U.S. Army Warrant Officer who began his career enlisted as a counterintelligence soldier. He spent five years in the Special Mission Unit and a total of about fourteen years in the Special Operations Command (SOCOM) community. This episode is also available on our YouTube Channel. Search Mentors4mil. _______ Support a veteran owned business at https://veteranownedus.com today. If...

When you join 75th Ranger Regiment, "You're gonna be one of the cool guys. You're gonna be one of the guys (who's) playing Call of Duty or something like that; you're gonna grow into that and then actually over achieve that, and you're gonna be what makes those next video games. People are gonna start playing those and they're gonna want to strive to be YOU." --SFC Bishop, 75th Ranger Regiment To...

Doug Meyer served for four years as a rifleman on deployments in Iraq and Afghanistan. "We were in Marja, Afghanistan. When we were there in 2010, it was pretty kinetic" Meyer said. During a difficult military transition and the challenges of attending grad school, Doug found his passion and co-founded Tactical Brewing Co. in Orlando, FL. _______ If you are a veteran-owned business, join Veteran O...

Wm. "Red" Redheffer is a former U.S. Army Ranger with 1st Battalion, 75th Ranger Regiment and is currently a SWAT Officer near Philly. You can also watch this episode on our YouTube channel. Search "Mentors4mil" _______ This podcast is being brought to you by UnCanna. Visit http://mentorsformilitary.com/partners/uncanna/ and use the code Mentors4mil for your discount. Read our disclaimer at http:/...

Robert sat down with Mark Sanderson. Mark is a combat infantryman whose journey post service led him to finding inner peace and to climbing Mt. Kilamanjaro in Tanazania. _______ This podcast is being brought to you by UnCanna. Visit http://mentorsformilitary.com/partners/uncanna/ and use the code Mentors4mil for your discount. Read our disclaimer at http://mentorsformilitary.com/disclaimer/ Join o...