Eddie Lowery Off The Deep End

This is me is a series meant to encourage others to gain perspective by  hearing the different things people experience while being authentically themselves. In this episode we will be speaking with Navy Veteran, Author, Military Spouse and great human being... Elizabeth Crawford. We will be discussing: Her mental health journey, suicide prevention, sexual assault, being a woman in the milita...

Before you click to start this episode I want to give a very serious general warning that we will be having the most emotional, painful, difficult to explain and traumatic experience so far. From being preyed upon to addiction, from Akido to wrestling, from bullied to bullied and back again. This story will include run-ins with suicidal thoughts, drug use, sports injuries and more. His message is...

Service doesn't have to end. As Vet's it is easy to look at the end of our contract as the day our duty to America has ended. If you have listened to the rest of this series you know it to be true.  Today for the end of Season 1 of Service and Sacrifice, I meet with long time friend and Army Veteran Jason Jarman. This will be the first conversation about the Military we have ever had. The right ti...

What makes a teacher? The apple on the desk? The dread of homework? To me a teacher is much more than a job title. A teacher is a mother or father to children that aren’t theirs. They play a critical role in a child’s development. Today we are speaking to an unconventional who became a teacher out of obligation to ensure her child’s success. Amy is going to walk us through what it was like for her...

When I first came across Kerry Slone it was on a YouTube video. She was giving a speech in front of thousands of people about perception. She gave a crowd silencing reality check that hit home for me. Hearing another woman yell out in the crowd “it’s my story too” left me wondering who else she had an effect on other than those people.  When I threw caution to the wind and reached out to her on In...

As we begin to wrap up season 1 of S.A.S it is absolutely essential that we bring on someone who has had two of her closest family members deploy in servitude to the United States Military.  We are going to open up those emotional boxes that we often store without the intention of going through. The most beautiful, strong, independent and kind hearted sister in the entire universe will be joining...

I will never truly understand the feeling of jealousy because is nothing better than seeing someone else progress in life. Fitness is a tangible thing that allow us to have a visual result to our good and bad decisions. There is a path to achieve success no matter if it is the hourglass figure, a muscular build, fat loss, overall health improvement or performing a certain task. We will be shining...

This is me is a series meant to provide insight, break societies standards, remove stigma and normalize conversations of understanding instead of judgement.  There is only one great man I know who could lead the series. He is one of the strongest, kindest and most true-to-himself person that I have ever met. I am very exited and honored to share conversation with you as I pick his brain and l...

When I ask teachers, cops, students, parents and elected officials what our cities are doing to bolster the safety of our children I get two answers. 1: “I am not sure…” 2: “Nothing.” It is no secret that ACTIVE SHOOTERS, DOMESTIC VIOLENCE, and VIOLENT OFFENDERS have gripped the nation and torn apart our families. This is going to one of if not the most important podcast so far. TODAY IS THE DAY D...

We all have ways coping with trauma. One of the most popular ways is dark humor. Making light of a situation to lighten the burden. Mental health doesn’t have a day or month. It is a real 24/7 thing that many struggle maintaining. Tonight we sit down with Marc. Not only is he a great dad he is also one of the funniest people I have met. Everyone goes through different struggles in life. From suici...

In this episode we will be joined from a different time zone.  In this episode of S.A.S. we will be covering his military's experience and discussing the importance of good leaders in the millitary.  Alex and I have never had more then a 5 minute conversation up to this point. We are however connected by our experience serving this country. As always thank you for listening and I hope you enjoy th...

In this episode we sit down with Chase. Being a member of the security force has its ups and downs. Chase has had hands on experience with big risks in the work place, as well as had the opportunity to step in and help stop a violent, hostile encounter with a citizen. On this podcast we sit and break down what it feels like being on the receiving end of a knife, the importance of first aid, life s...

As Americans we often are oblivious to the social, economic, political and personal differences between people who have had generations born and raised here and people how have not. In high school one of the most amazing experiences was seeing the different cultures embraced as we all came together. Seeing tears in the eyes of someone when they hear the National Anthem or see the American flag bec...

In this episode we sit down with my friend from my time in the fitness industry, Jack Alcaraz. We will be discussing his journey to where he is today and what led up to his outstanding body transformation. From supplements to dieting, depression to happiness, from being shot at to a close call with mental health, I am exited to share his trials, tribulations and triumphs. As always we appreciate y...

In this episode I introduce you to a friend, gym partner, first responder, American, son, boyfriend and all around phenomenal human being, Sean MacMillan. Sean is someone I have never sat down and had a conversation with for more than 15 minutes so I am thankful for this opportunity to hear about why he serves his community. From EMT to Fire Fighting, this man embodies servitude and the importance...

Continuing our first half of the conversation surrounding Jeff, we talk about the outstanding job deeply rooted in naval history and all that surrounds it. To be a Boatswains mate is to immerse yourself in leadership, trial by fire and embracing the situation. Some and many of these topics can and will be triggering for people dealing with traumatic experiences. As always feel free to reach out on...

In this episode of Recovery I am joined by someone who I only know as someone who goes to my gym. Everything I hear in this will be a real time first hand experience and addiction is a issue many in my family struggled with throughout the years. There is nothing easy about putting your life back together and Taylor is someone who I can honestly has been at extreme lows in his life. His journey is...

In the first of two episodes with this student of life, I will be picking the brain of my old boss and now good friends from 3,000 miles away and a different time zone. Jeff Bayless is not just a great father but also a shining example of learning from all the mistakes and sharing that knowledge. His impact on others is something that most can only hope to achieve. Public speaking, triathlons and...

In this episode you meet my friend, neighbor, brother and fellow American. Russell Brann. Russell has had a very difficult journey that led to understanding accountability and self worth. He can share it better than I ever could. Tap in to hear about the trials and tribulations, strength and weakness, and the ultimate moment where he decided his life was worth living.  This is an unscripted,...

Special guest host takes over and puts todays guest in the hot seat. As always listener discretion is advised. Topics covered: suicide, depression, dealing with stress, violence, crime, sexual harassment and sexual abuse, broken families, raising children, 9/11, time in the military, giving back to the community and responsibilities of a good guy with a gun. Some and many of these topics can and w...

Today we sit fireside with someone who has faithfully guided me through my most difficult times in life. My lover, confidant, best friend for so many years, future baby momma, shooting partner, wife, road trip buddy and Navy Wife… Rhiannon Lowery.

In this episode we will be speaking with someone very special. Anthony is a man who has gone down range and came back to continue his service to his community. By the way he speaks you would think he is just a regular guy but his heart, soul and life is invested in helping others. We need more of whatever it is that inspire this outward expression of love. As always any and all feedback is appreci...

For,  brethren, ye have been called unto liberty; only use not liberty for an  occasion to the flesh, but by love serve one another. Galatians 5:13   I wanted to start this episode off with a quote from a popular book… the  Bible.  I am not a religious man but I think we can take SOME of the lessons  from the Bible and apply them to how we as a community should look at  situations.   Flipping tabl...

Telo is a battle tested human being.  From the smile on his face to the over the top jokes. The random acts of love and kindness he shows everyone in his path you would not expect that this guy was deployed to Iraq at age 19 for 16 months consecutively. In this episode we are going to be covering some difficult topics so as always be careful who you play this around.  We will be covering Veteran s...

Today we sat down with my best friend and Brother, Devin Tuck. Devin and I share a special bond. We even hung out together as toddlers. We will be starting a new string of Conversations where we climb down off our high horse and talk about mental health, suicide, being a father, childhood trauma, sexual assault, compassion, violence and the effect of positive role models on troubled children. If y...