TARGETED Podcast

What really happens to men after combat? In this explosive episode of TARGETED Podcast, host Atlas Aultman sits down with a former Air Force Security Forces veteran, turned Blackwater contractor, turned Author to break down the realities of Iraq, combat adrenaline, military culture, Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), veteran suicide, purpose after service, and the dangerous world of private mi...

In this episode of Targeted Podcast, Atlas Aultman sits down with Morgan Lorett—Air Force veteran, Blackwater contractor, Army intelligence officer, and author of Guns, Girls, and Greed. This is not Hollywood, this time. This is the unfiltered reality of war, private military contracting, and the mindset required to survive it filmed in World War Studio, Arizona. If you’re a man 25–39 chasing purp...

What does it actually take to become a champion when fear, doubt, and pressure hit at the highest level? PBR champion Jaxton Mortensen breaks down the mindset, discipline, and real-life sacrifices behind winning. This episode of Targeted Podcast features professional bull rider and PBR champion Jaxton Mortensen, a man who lives in one of the most dangerous sports on earth—and still chooses to step...

What happens in your mind when fear hits—and you only have 8 seconds to win or lose? Professional bull rider Jaxton Mortensen breaks down the 90% mental game behind one of the most dangerous sports in the world. Welcome back to Targeted Podcast, hosted by former military commander and bestselling author Atlas Aultman. In this episode, we sit down with professional bull rider Jaxton Mortensen, a mu...

A decorated war hero is now facing life in prison. What happens when society turns on the very men who fought for it? In this episode of Targeted Podcast, Atlas Aultman breaks down the controversial case of Ben Roberts-Smith, one of Australia’s most decorated war heroes, now facing serious war crime allegations. But this episode goes deeper than headlines. This is about something bigger: The shift...

Most men are soft, distracted, and unprepared. This episode shows you how to build strength, discipline, and a presence that commands respect. 📈 FULL DESCRIPTION: What does it actually mean to become a dangerous, disciplined, capable man? In this episode of Targeted Podcast, Atlas Aultman sits down with strength coach and performance expert Randy Hill to break down what it takes to build a “human...

Most men don’t fail because they lack effort. They fail because they’re training wrong. In this episode, elite coach and Marine veteran Randy Hill ( ‪@highriskfitness‬ on YouTube) breaks down how to build real strength, combat readiness, and a mindset that makes you dangerous in the right ways. This episode of Targeted Podcast dives into what it actually takes to become a capable, disciplined, and...

What happens when your neighbor is one of the greatest songwriters of all time? In this powerful solo episode of Targeted Podcast, Atlas Aultman shares deeply personal lessons learned from his late neighbor, Motown legend Lamont Dozier—a Grammy Award-winning songwriter behind over 100 Top 10 hits and one of the greatest musical minds in history. But this episode isn’t about music. It’s about how t...

World record strongman Roy Orrantia joins Atlas Aultman on the Targeted Podcast to discuss his 1201 lb axle deadlift world record, elite strongman training, and the mindset required to become Arizona’s Strongest Man. He later became an Arnold Strongman champion a few weeks after recording this episode. In this episode of the Targeted Podcast, host Atlas Aultman — former military commander, bestsel...

Witnessing strength history in real time. In this episode of the Targeted Podcast, Atlas Aultman sits down with professional strongman Roy Orrantia AKA ROY GAINS, days after witnessing a 1200+ pound axle deadlift that could become a new world record in strongman competition. Roy shares the story behind the lift, what it takes to compete at the Arnold Strongman Classic, and the brutal physical and...

What separates a writer… from an author who lasts? In this author-to-author conversation, Atlas sits down with Dale Perelman (pronounced Pearlman)— former jewelry executive, president of major industry organizations, and 11-time published author — to unpack the real craft behind writing books that endure. This isn’t just about Vegas stories. This episode dives into: • How to reinvent yourself into...

In this episode of Targeted podcast, Atlas Aultman sits down with a former U.S. Air Force cyber operations officer, commander, and senior military leader Michael "Mike" Brooks turned though leader and author to discuss cybersecurity leadership, military-to-civilian transition, identity after service, and his upcoming book Lessons Earned. Mike Brooks spent 22 years in the Air Force, serving in elit...

Atlas Aultman sits down with retired Green Beret Lt. Col. Scott Mann to unpack the real mechanics of trust: struggle, vulnerability, and story. From battlefield letters and daily journaling to building one-man plays that bring civilians into the emotional reality of war, Scott explains why “no struggle, no story” is the most universal leadership principle. The conversation also covers operator tra...

In this episode of Targeted, Atlas Aultman sits down with entrepreneur, speaker, and author Brickman Allen to break down a business model most people don’t know exists, helping rural schools secure state grant funding to repair and rebuild failing infrastructure—roofs, HVAC, drainage, windows, doors—and turning those schools into centers of pride for their communities. Brickman shares how he left...

n this episode of Targeted, Atlas Aultman sits down with Brick Allen to talk about what men are starving for right now: brotherhood, purpose, discipline, and a marriage built on daily commitment. Brick shares his “reset” journey, vulnerable leadership, and the mindset that helped him survive extreme trauma—plus why “luck” is often God’s grace we don’t recognize. If you’re a man trying to lead your...

A fishing pole kept the garage from closing… and a stranger walked into the house at 5 a.m. What happened next became a brutal, real-life fight for survival. In this episode of Targeted, Atlas Aultman sits down in World War Studio with Brickman Allen—international speaker, author, and creator of the #LiveOutside method—to unpack the home invasion that left Brick stabbed multiple times, fighting to...

Ben Owen is an author, serial entrepreneur, and nonprofit founder of We Fight Monsters + Black Rifle Co—and an addict/alcoholic in recovery who turned rock bottom into a mission: doing good things in bad places. In this episode of Targeted Podcast, Atlas Aultman sits down with Ben in Atlanta to talk about the moment he knew he had to change or die, how he rebuilt his life, and how purpose can disr...

Sheriff Mark Lamb, Former Sheriff in Pinal County, Arizona. Law Enforcement Leader, Expert on Security, Contributor to major news cycles, believer in Constitutional leadership, Southern Border Expert, Father, Husband, Public servant, and American Patriot. This talk includes conversations on the current ICE shooting in Minneapolis, Cartel and military operations from recent successful missions in V...

John Bates is back, if you need a refresher, he's an expert communications coach to some really big names and celebrities, a repeat TED speaker, Bestselling Author and expert who takes great leaders and shows them how to be great speakers, amazing keynotes, and TED-worthy communicators. 92+ Net Promoter. CEO/Founder of Executive Speaking Success, Co-Founder & Fox Hole Buddy of Warrior side. Jo...

Meet John Bates - Communications Coach, TED speaker, Bestselling Author and expert who takes great leaders and shows them how to be great speakers, amazing keynotes, and TED-worthy communicators. 92+ Net Promoter. CEO/Founder of Executive Speaking Success, Co-Founder & Fox Hole Buddy of Warrior side. John has worked with some huge brands like: TEDx, NASA, US Navy, Johnson & Johnson Links:...

Jason Schaefer, former Air Force Command Chief, joins Atlas Aultman on the Targeted Podcast to discuss leadership, effort, loss, military transition, and identity after service. This episode covers discipline over motivation, servant leadership, fatherhood, grief, and what it really means to lead people first. IN THIS SHOW WE TALK ABOUT: Military credibility Emotional vulnerability Leadership auth...

A first for this show by/with/for men that win because our guest this week is a woman. Kate Monroe, CEO, joins us in Hollywood to talk about the events that she has had to overcome as a Marine with broken bones and reconstruction surgeries, sexual-abuse-survivor, lots of threats and eventually telling us about her massively successful venture that has put BILLIONS of earned dollars into the pocket...

Meet Dr. Brian "BK" Kent, Strategic Advisor, Speaker, successful author, Instructor. We talk about goal setting, entrepreneurship, relationships on personal and professional levels, how he won the title AUTHOR OF THE YEAR, his speaking and TV sessions as an expert in many fields and of course, some keys to success for scaling your business and stay engaged with solutions, not just problems. This i...

Meet Jack Donovan, a bestselling author who continues to create thought provoking work almost daily. Best known for his bestselling book, The Way of Men - Jack and Atlas discuss that work and the continuing dialogue that continues to resurface in talks that surround men of strength, courage, mastery, honor, and what they mean to manhood today. ————— BUY THE WAY OF MEN AND JACK DONOVAN'S OTHER BOOK...

Meet Joe Uzpen, a former colleague of the host, Atlas Aultman, from their time in the White House under a different administration. Joe continues to bring excellence in medicine to the world. We talk about the mindset needed to tackle tough problems, how to not spend time in places that don't matter, and some behind the scenes times like elevator rides with the President of the United States. Enjo...