Higher Line Podcast

Frank Amato is a Board Certified Cognitive Specialist and director of Brain Balance of the Greater Houston Area. They offer a holistic approach combining physical and sensory training with nutritional guidance to strengthen and build brain connectivity without the use of medication. Stronger brain connections translate to improved attention, behaviors and social-emotional well-being. Brain Balance...

Cape Cod native Eric Pedi shares a true life of travel around the globe. As a young he worked on commercial ships out of Seattle and traveled as far as his funds would allow. Pedi went broke many times in fascinating locations like Easter Island, Sidney, Ireland, Seattle and more. Each time he forged new friendships and got back on his feet to travel again. Where will Pedi go next? Only time will...

Warren Stout has been consistently training and competing in fighting sports for 3 decades. He received his black belt from Renzo Gracie in 2010 and was awarded his second degree by Renzo in 2017 and third degree by Shawn Williams in 2019. Stout leads Stout PGH, a network of four gyms in the Pittsburgh area part of the official team Renzo Gracie. They teach MMA at all levels including UFC fighters...

Stan Campbell has over 20 years of experience as a police officer in Oklahoma City. He retired as a Lieutenant over a street crime team, and spent over 10 years on the Tactical Unit (SWAT) and has spent 15 years developing and teaching self-defense curriculum. Stan is a certified National self-defense Instructor and has also instructed officers in British Territories. Today Campbell works as a Co-...

Former Minneapolis resident and corrections officer  Michael Treat shares his experiences during the 2020 riots. After the riots he wrote "Minnehaha Falling: A Memoir of the 2020 Minneapolis Riots." Treat served for many years in corrections, law enforcement and private security. After the riots Treat moved west and works as a firearms instructor with Condition Orange Preparedness. You can watch l...

Pound for pound Anton Kraft is the strongest man in the world. Kraft is a 4'4" record-breaking bodybuilder who's bench-pressed 500 lbs. In this fascinating podcast Anton shares a lifetime overcoming challenges, doing things people said he couldn't do.   You can watch learn more about Anton Kraft on google or watch is old Youtube Channel @MuscleKraft .   RELATED PODCASTS:   GOAT Powerlifter Ed Coan...

Army doctor Lieutenant Colonel Steven Schauer discusses best practices and emerging medicine in the emergency and critical care field. Dr.   Schauer is a researcher at the University of Colorado working to improve our armed forces and inform civilian care.   You can watch learn more about Dr. Schauer's work on Instagram @ArmyEMDoc.   RELATED PODCASTS: Lessons with a Green Beret Medic | Higher Line...

Mickey talks to YouTube's leading gun law expert, attorney William Kirk of Washington Gun Law. Kirk is an experienced self-defense lawyer and former prosecutor. Locally he has been named a "Super Lawyer" by Seattle Met Magazine every year since 2003.   You can watch William Kirk's YouTube Channel @WashingtonGunLaw or visit his website at WashingtonGunLaw.com.   RELATED PODCASTS:   Silencers -The G...

Mickey talks to Dr. Savannah Eccles Johnston, a political science professor from Utah specialized in US Constitution. They discuss intent of our founding fathers, past presidents and trust in our democracy.   You can learn more about Dr. Johnston on Instagram or YouTube @SavyPolitics. Additionally she is co-host on a new podcast called "This Constitution" produced by the Utah Valley University Cen...

Holistic combatives trainer Paul Sharp returns in this deep conversation on personal growth and the path to excellence. Sharp is a regular S12 instructor and personal trainer of physicality and beyond based in Idaho.   Paul Sharp is a retired police officer and part of the Shivworks. He is a respected firearms and martial arts trainer. While on the force for over 20 years his assignments included...

Self Defense Attorney Andrew Branca returns to talk about current gun in the United States. Discussions cover Eminent Threat, Castle Doctrine, Duty to Retreat and more.   Attorney Andrew Branca has three decades of practice experience, mostly specialized in self-defense law. He's also a Amazon Bestselling Author of the book, "Law of Self Defense." To learn more visit: https://lawofselfdefense.com...

GOAT Powerlifter Ed Coan | Higher Line Podcast #237   World Champion Powerlifter Edward Coan has set over 71 world records. In 2015 he was inducted in the International Sports Hall of Fame. Coan shares his personal story getting into the sport and training methodology. You can follow Edward Coan on Instagram @EddyCoan.   RELATED PODCASTS: Unleashing Unreal Strength // Higher Line Podcast #210 The...

Computer programmer Dave Matheny shares his personal story founding Silencer Shop after terrible experiences purchasing his first two suppressors. Today their handy kiosks are found at silencer dealers across the USA, easing the cumbersome paperwork and processing for the federal government. You can learn more about Silencer Shop at SilencerShop.com and follow them on Instagram @SilencerShop.   RE...

Mickey chats with Mike Stoker, new owner of Super Vel Ammunition. Quality, accuracy and high velocity make it the best ammo for concealed carry, law enforcement and beyond. Stoker's spent his entire career in the firearms industry. You can follow Super Vel on Instagram @SuperVel.   RELATED PODCASTS: They Upset a World Wide Industry | Higher Line Podcast #201 The Best Ammo for Concealed Carry | Hig...

Mickey talks to Seth Haselhuhn (aka Doc Huhn), a special ops mental performance specialist. Haselhuhn grew up in the Midwestern Montana playing baseball. In an unexpected turn of events while working on his PhD at college, he got tapped to help the US Military improve its training curriculum. This is a must listen for instructors. Haselhuhn goes deep into the core of training, communication and us...

Scotty Nelson, CEO of the Cellular Performance Institute in Mexico and BJJ Black has lived like no else. You may know him from On The Mat. Tune in to hear how Nelson started training BJJ and once moved to Brazil. You can follow Scotty on instagram @ScottyOTM Cellular Performance Institute: https://cellularperformanceinstitute.com COFFEE: https://ignisluxcoffee.com   RELATED PODCASTS: Black Belt in...

Elite firearms instructor Super Dave Harrington is back for a longform conversation with Mickey about training and doing what it takes. Super Dave is a two time retired senior weapons instructor from the John F. Kennedy Special Warfare School at Fort Bragg, NC. He served in the military for 23 years, 16 of which were in the Army Special Forces. Professional distinctions include expert infantryman,...

Mickey talks to longtime pro shooter Todd Jarrett. He's won many many championships and served as a firearm instructor for all the US Military branches. What you may not know is he got started as a HVAC tech... get Todd's full story here. You can follow Todd Jarrett on instagram @todd.jarrett.186.   YOUTUBE:  https://www.youtube.com/@toddjarrett5216 COFFEE: https://ignisluxcoffee.com   RELATED POD...

Mickey talks to gun smith and revolver enthusiast Bryan Eastridge. He's an Army veteran and retired Oklahoma City cop with a background in sport shooting. Now he teaches as a firearm instructor, makes one of the best concealed carry belts on the market and publishes timely content on American Fighting Revolver.com. Bryan is a hobbyist USPSA/IDPA/3-Gun/Concealed Carry Competitor, Owner of Eastridge...

Dr. Matt Angove's mission is to help people accumulate health starting with the fundamentals of removing pseudo foods from their diet and replacing with real, whole foods. Many people also know him as the iron doc. He is the formulator of Blood Vitality, a fast-acting, easy-to-digest iron supplement. Matt Angove, ND received his medical training at Bastyr University the premier medical school for...

Mickey visits logger Dehan Courtney in Mercer, Pennsylvania to see logging with horses in action. Courtney is a ecological lumberjack typically running a sled of two to three Brabant Belguim draft horses doing select cuts for discerning property owners. This technique offers many benefits over clear cutting forests in conventional harvesting methods. Dehan Courtney's Pennsylvania farm is about two...

Mickey talks to an exceptionally tough Brit, Lawrence Dunning. He was born and raised in London, England and studied finance. He worked as a trader in London, Amsterdam, New York and settled down in Chicago. There he started his own trading company, retired at the age of 30 and eventually entered real estate. While in Chicago Dunning trained BJJ under Carlson Gracie Sr., winning the Chicago Golden...

Bill Blowers, instructor of Tap-Rack Tactical, served 22 years a large regional SWAT Team. He teaches a variety of firearms, night vision and LEO related courses around the country. To learn more about Bill Blowers visit Tap-Rack.com or follow @tapracktactical in instagram.   RELATED PODCASTS: Escaping the Soviet Union // Higher Line Podcast 198 Think Strong, Be Strong with Mike Gillette | Higher...

Mickey gets inside the head of UFC fighter Lauren Murphy . She grew up in a small Alaskan town and trained in BJJ. Murphy competes in the Women's Flyweight division and is a fomer Invicta FC Bantamweight Champion. To learn more visit follow Lauren on instagram at @LaurenMurphyMMA.   RELATED PODCASTS: Bas Rutten! | Higher Line Podcast #199   Never Eat That | Higher Line Podcast #218 Polish Storm |...

Dr. Damon Zavala, son of a bricklayer, is a fight doctor from Reno, Nevada. He's fully trained in osteopathic medicine and a licensed doctor. While he serves general patients as well, serving as a fight doctor for the UFC, boxing and other combative sports is his passion. Dr. Zavala shares unique insights and views on health you won't hear from the traditional medical establishment. To learn more...