Dale Stark Show

Lt. Col. (R) John Mangan is a decorated combat rescue pilot, novelist and proud father. While a cadet at the US Air Force Academy he earned his parachute and glider pilot wings, and was an instructor at the Survival Escape Resistance & Evasion (SERE) school. After graduation he attended Undergraduate Pilot Training and became a Combat Search and Rescue pilot flying the HH-60G, Pave Hawk. Durin...

In this captivating episode, join us for an conversation with Joe Weil, CEO of Unplugged Phone. Joe opens up about his formative childhood years, his personal battles with alcohol and the path to recovery, the highs and lows of his first startup venture, and his influential tenure at Apple. He reveals the pivotal moments that led him to helm Unplugged Phone. Shifting gears, we delve into Unplugged...

In this episode of The Dale Stark Show, host Dale Stark sits down with Clay Martin, a former Marine and Green Beret, for an in-depth conversation about his military background and personal experiences. Clay opens up about the challenges of transitioning to civilian life and his transformative journey exploring psychedelics as a potential treatment for PTSD. Join us as we delve into the realities o...

In this episode, we sit down with retired Lieutenant Colonel John "Karl" Marks, the A-10 Warthog pilot with the most A-10 flight hours in history (7,500+ hours), for an incredible, in-depth conversation. Karl shares his experience flying combat missions from Desert Storm to Afghanistan, earning a Distinguished Flying Cross, Bronze Star, 18 Air Medals, and 13 combat deployments along the...

On this intense episode of The Dale Stark Show, we sit down with Jay Humphrey, a retired HH-60G rescue pilot whose service record speaks volumes of his dedication and bravery. Jay, who has been awarded the Distinguished Flying Cross for his valor in combat, shares insights from his nine combat deployments. His most gripping narrative yet unfolds as he recounts the mission that led to his distingui...

Interview with my friend and neighbor Jessy Holmberg. We talk about his journey enlisting as an F-15C Crew Chief to the Captain seat of a major airline. Enjoy!

In this episode we sit down with Glen Eberle, a multifaceted individual who has soared as an Air Force fighter pilot, competed in the Olympics as a biathlete, and innovated in the field of shooting and hunting gear with his company Eberlestock. Listen as Glen shares stories from the cockpit, insights from the Olympic field, his journey in invention, and how these experiences fuel his entrepreneuri...

Join us for an inspiring episode with Jacob Adoram Hendrickson, who transitions from piloting the A-10 Warthog to rowing across the Pacific, setting a world record for the longest solo ocean row. Discover how this journey from the skies to the seas shaped his life's adventure. https://thepapabear.com/ https://thebuffalowoolco.com/ https://www.jacobadoram.com/

In this thrilling episode of our podcast, we sit down with Jack Stewart , a former US Navy F-18 pilot with over two decades of service. Transitioning from the skies to the pages, Jack now captivates readers with his adrenaline-pumping thriller series, The Battle Born Series. Join us as we explore his journey from the cockpit to the writer's desk, diving into tales of aerial combat and the wor...

In this episode, we journey through the extraordinary life of Alek Skarlatos—from his heroic actions thwarting an ISIS attack, to his stint on "Dancing with the Stars," his leap into acting with Clint Eastwood, and his latest venture into Oregon politics. Alek shares insights into these chapters, offering a captivating look at a life defined by bravery, unexpected turns, and ambitious po...

In this episode of the Dale Stark Show, we sit down with an extraordinary individual whose story transcends the boundaries of resilience and determination. Our guest, a seasoned F-22 pilot with two decades of service, shares his gripping journey from the skies to a battle of a different kind—against stage 4 non-Hodgkin's lymphoma.  Despite the daunting prognosis, his spirit remained unbroken....