Bulletproof Veteran Podcast

We break with our regularly scheduled program to discuss the recent events surrounding the PACT Act.  I discuss some of the basic elements of the Act and also what occurred that stopped it from reaching the President's desk.  I talk about the good, bad, and ugly of the bill, but most importantly the misinformation that is being used as an excuse for the bill stalling in the Senate after passi...

This week we welcome Maj. Fred Galvin (Ret.), Marine Officer and author of A Few Bad Men.  A Few Bad Men tells the story of Fox Company, a Marine unit ambushed in Afghanistan and betrayed by their own leaders—these elite Marines fought for their lives again, back home.  A cross between A Few Good Men and American Sniper, this is the true story of an elite Marine special operations unit bombed by a...

This week we welcome Dr. Judson Brandeis, Urologic Surgeon and author of the 21st Century Man.  Judson Brandeis, MD, is a board-certified urologist who currently practices men’s health and sexual medicine in Northern California. Dr. Brandeis attended Brown University, Vanderbilt Medical School, and received a Howard Hughes Medical Institute Research Award for his year of transplantation immunology...

This week we welcome Brian Andrews and Jeffrey Wilson, authors of the International Bestselling Tier One  and Sons of Valor Series.  Jeff and Brian are at it again with the next installment of the Sons of Valor series, Sons of Valor 2:  Violence of Action.  When a former teammate of Chunk’s is killed in a shocking ambush, rumors begin to fly that the Lion of Ramadi, the infamous Iraq War sniper wh...

This week we welcome Jessica Rambo, the founder of The Painted Buffalo Traveling Studio.  Painted Buffalo Traveling Studio is A 501(c)(3) nonprofit Veteran Artist founded and operated mobile art studio.  In between adventuring around the United Sates in their converted school bus, Jessica and family focus on getting veterans art supplies to tell their own stories through art.  For them art supplie...

This week we welcome Tim and Janet Scherer, Gold Star parents and the founders of Team Chris.  In 2007, Cpl Christopher Scherer was struck by a single sniper bullet while serving his country in Iraq.  Faced with the immense grief of losing their son, Tim and Janet were faced with a choice...to mourn him or celebrate his life.  They chose to celebrate his life.  In honor of their son, Tim and Janet...

This week we welcome Patrick Donohue, Attorney at Law.  Patrick specializes in veteran's law, specifically VA claims.  We discuss the ins and outs of filing an initial VA claim, and also the process of upgrading a previous decision.  Patrick describes the three factors that go into a VA decision; in-service incident, current diagnosis, and the all important Nexus.  The nexus is the connection...

This week we welcome Steve Jimenez, founder of Hives for Heroes.    Hives for Heroes is a national military veteran non-profit organization focusing on honey bee conservation, and a healthy transition from service. Through the national network of beekeepers, and veterans, they provide connection, purpose, and healthy relationships fostering a lifelong hobby in beekeeping.  Steve, and his team,  ar...

This week we welcome Randall Gillespie, founder of Grunt Proof and creator of The Grunt Proof Survival Games.  Through years of Army Infantry training and experience, Randall honed his "Grunt" skills.  He started Grunt Proof as a way to share his knowledge and love for the outdoors.   Grunt Proof is more than just a gear channel.  Randall strives to bring viewers on amazing adventures, t...

This week we welcome Ted DeWitt, Vietnam Veteran and owner of Signarama in Covina, CA.  Ted remembers the horrors and tribulations of the Vietnam War as though they were yesterday. But rather than relive his days fighting overseas as though they were playing over like a never-ending time loop, he made the decision decades ago to channel what he saw, what he learned, and what scared him the most du...

This week we welcome Maria McKinney, Air Force and Operation Iraqi Freedom veteran.  Maria is an OG Bulletproof Badass, who in 2004 was part of a group of Air Force mechanics and vehicle operators that would set a trend for years to come.  Not since the Vietnam War had Airmen augmented Army personnel in a war zone.  That all changed when the 31st Logistics Readiness Squadron was tasked with provid...

This week we welcome Nick Lavery, author of Objective Secure.  Nick is an active duty member of The United States Army Special Forces.  In 2013, he and his Detachment fell victim to an insider attack ultimately resulting in the loss of his leg.  Following a year of surgeries and initial recovery including the use of a prosthetic at Walter Reed National Medical Military Center, he returned to Fort...

This week we welcome Ryan Harrell, owner of American Tattoo Society.  American Tattoo Society started when Nicole Harrell risked it all to buy her first piercing and tattoo shop in Fayetteville, NC.  Soon after, Ryan left his job to join her in growing this local business with roots in the military community.  Fast forward and now American Tattoo Society is a premier tattoo brand, with the disting...

This week we welcome the President/CEO of the Global War on Terrorism Memorial Foundation, Michael "Rod" Rodriguez.  The GWOT Memorial Foundation was formed in 2015 as a 501(c)(3) nonprofit corporation by a small group of like-minded veterans, military spouses, and patriots to honor the service and sacrifice of all who served in the Global War on Terrorism. In its first two years, the Fo...

This is a must listen episode for every military member and veteran!  This week we welcome Frank Molinar CFP, author of Financial Dominance:  Your Battle Plan for a Richer Life.  Frank is a leading authority in Financial Readiness training to those with a military mindset. Through his work with the Dept of Defense, Arizona’s Attorney General, the AZ Dept of Veteran Services, and multiple VSOs he h...

This week we welcome Benjamin Burt, Fibrenew franchise owner.  Ben is a veteran of the United States Army's 3rd Special Forces Group.  He is a former Advanced Tactical Medical Provider and Operations NCOIC for the Special Warfare Medical Group (Airborne) at the John F. Kennedy Special Warfare Center and School.  After seperating from the military, Ben was faced with the challenge of managing...

This week we welcome Aurea Franklin, author of Silent Freedom.  Aurea retired from the 101st Airborne Division, Air Assault (AASLT), and deployed to Iraq in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom for four years: two tours with the 101st and two years as a civilian contractor.  Silent Freedom is a captivating memoir about Aurea’s time spent with the 101st Airborne Division Air Assault in Iraq. It is a...

This week we celebrate Christmas, and what better way than to talk about being the best veteran that you can be!  We welcome Dr. Mike Simpson, author of Honed: Finding Your Edge As A Man Over 40.  As one of the foremost experts in both tactical trauma medicine and combat sports medicine, Mike is highly sought after as a lecturer and instructor, working extensively with MMA fighters, law enforcemen...

This week we welcome Sean and Kilian Duclay, founders of SailAhead.  Early in their lives, Sean and Kilian recognized the importance of supporting the veteran community.  Shocked by the staggering statistics surrounding veteran suicide, they chose not to be bystanders in the war at home.  They turned to their passion for sailing, and SailAhead was born.  SailAhead's mission is three-fold; use...

It's Thanksgiving and we all know what that means...TURKEY!  We sit down and discuss everything that goes into putting on the perfect holiday gathering.  Whether it's what beer to serve or how lumpy the mashed potatoes should be, we've got you covered with this episode of tips, tricks, and recipes.  Starting at bulletproofveteran.com, we walk through all the great information locate...

This week we welcome Jessica Quezada, founder of LiboRisk.  LiboRisk is the first travel community for members of the U.S. Armed Forces, past and present.  Jessica  outlines her mission to foster an adventurous community of troops through trusted travel services, while encouraging members to leave a better footprint throughout their journeys.  She also talks about travel as a form of therapy, help...

This week we welcome Thais Harris, Clinical Director at Connected Warriors.  Thais is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, who has joined Connected Warriors in their goal of providing individualized care for all veterans.  We discuss the Grand-Opening of their new behavioral health treatment center, in Boca Raton, FL on November 11th.  This facility will become a one-stop shop for Southern Florida v...

This week we welcome Patrick Donohue and Ronnie Oldenburg from Project 9 Line and VETS MMA.  Patrick and Ronnie have a great opportunity for Long Island veterans, free Jiu Jitsu classes for the entire month of November.  They have partnered with local academies and gyms to provide free classes for first timers and experienced grapplers.  This coupled with their free yoga classes is sure to make th...

Save Our Allies needs our help.  They are in grave need of donations and support.  I am calling on every listener to go to SaveOurAllies.org and click on the link to their Amazon Wishlist.  As a group, we can change the lives of so many children caught in the crossfire of this humanitarian crisis.  Save Our Allies successfully transported over 12,000 people out of Afghanistan, but the mission does...

This week we welcome Charles Smith, author of the Life Long Experience Series.  Someone once told Charles "nothing hits harder than life" and that is so true! Charles is an Army infantry veteran, author, and certified peer support specialist.  He has a vast knowledge of Compounded Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (CPTSD), addiction recovery, and practical awareness through his own life exp...