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Let us know what you think! What does it take for a Special Operations veteran to transition from battlefield leadership to becoming a future leader in medicine? In this compelling episode of Security Halt!, host Deny Caballero sits down with Ricky Ditzel Jr., a former U.S. Army Special Operations Flight Paramedic with the 160th Special Operations Aviation Regiment (Airborne) and Co founder of SOF...

Let us know what you think! What happens when a Special Operations veteran confronts ego death, suffering, and healing through psychedelics? In this deeply introspective episode of Security Halt! , host Deny Caballero sits down with Diego Ugalde, who shares his life-changing experiences with 5-MeO-DMT and other psychedelic therapies. Together, they explore the complex and often misunderstood world...

Let us know what you think! What happens when a Green Beret turns patient, entrepreneur, and healing advocate? In this powerful episode of Security Halt! , host Deny Caballero sits down with Wren Murray, former Special Forces operator and founder of Revival Hyperbarics, to explore how Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy (HBOT) is transforming recovery for veterans suffering from TBI, PTSD, and Lyme Disease....

Let us know what you think! What happens when a Navy SEAL hits rock bottom and finds clarity in the chaos? In this gripping episode of the Security Halt! Podcast, Deny Caballero sits down with Taylor Cavanaugh, a former Navy SEAL turned French Foreign Legionnaire, to explore his powerful journey through self-sabotage, addiction, identity loss, and ultimate redemption. Taylor shares what it’s like...

Let us know what you think! In this eye-opening episode of Security Halt! , host Deny Caballero sits down with Patrick Samuels — veteran entrepreneur, farmer, and advocate for sustainable agriculture — to unpack the hard truths behind the modern food industry. From misleading “pasture-raised” labels to the decentralization of food production, Patrick shares his journey from Special Forces to regen...

Let us know what you think! In this episode of Security Halt! , host Deny Caballero sits down with Merrill Slepica — C-130 Gunner, veteran entrepreneur, and founder of Hammer 41 Leatherworks — to unpack the raw realities of life after the military. From combat deployments to the quiet struggles of fatherhood, divorce, and mental health — Merrill shares his journey of resilience, recovery, and redi...

Let us know what you think! What does it take for veterans to truly thrive after service? In this powerful episode of Security Halt! , host Deny Caballero sits down with George Hayworth — a former corporate professional turned men’s growth coach — to explore the hard truths about transition, marriage, masculinity, and mental health. George shares his raw and unfiltered journey from chasing career...

Let us know what you think! What does it take to summit Kilimanjaro — physically, mentally, and spiritually — while balancing the challenges of parenthood and veteran life? In this powerful episode of Security Halt! , Green Beret veteran Deny Caballero sits down with Joshua Skovlund — journalist, adventurer, veteran, and storyteller — to unpack life lessons from climbing Mount Kilimanjaro and navi...

Let us know what you think! In this episode of Security Halt!, host Deny Caballero sits down with Jason Marks, a Special Operations veteran and founder of Team Easties an outdoors gear company, together they explore the intersection of entrepreneurship, military resilience, and innovation. Jason shares his journey from combat zones to product design labs, diving deep into the realities of starting...

Let us know what you think! In this powerful episode of Security Halt!, host Deny Caballero sits down with Aaron "AJ" Muss, Olympic snowboarder and professional race car driver, to unpack a raw and transformative journey through brain trauma, addiction recovery, and elite performance. AJ opens up about surviving a near-fatal accident, the physical and emotional toll of invisible injuries...

Let us know what you think! From the Front Lines to the Lab: Dino Garner’s Extraordinary Journey of Service, Science, and Support In this captivating episode of Security Halt!, host Deny Caballero sits down with Dino Garner—veteran, innovator, author, and scientist—for a wide-ranging conversation on mentorship, resilience, and redefining purpose after military service. Dino opens up about his rema...

Let us know what you think! What if healing trauma required a shift in consciousness?  In this powerful episode of Security Halt!, host Deny Caballero sits down with Christi Myers, a former emergency medicine professional turned ketamine therapy advocate. Together, they explore the groundbreaking role of ketamine therapy in treating PTSD, trauma, and mental health disorders, especially among veter...

Let us know what you think! What does it take to heal together after trauma?  In this deeply moving episode of Security Halt!, host Deny Caballero is joined by Jay and Kaila Fain—a couple who have faced the raw realities of trauma, military service, and recovery together. Their story sheds light on the emotional toll of mental health struggles, military sexual trauma (MST), and crisis recovery, wh...

Let us know what you think! Military spouses are often the unsung heroes of service—balancing life, family, and identity while navigating constant change. But what happens when one turns that challenge into a thriving business? In this empowering episode of Security Halt! , host Deny Caballero sits down with Michelle Penczak, military spouse, entrepreneur, and founder of Squared Away, a virtual as...

Let us know what you think! What happens when a Special Operations veteran finds healing through archery? In this powerful episode of Security Halt!, host Deny Caballero sits down with Jason McCoy, Air Force Veteran, advocate and founder of ENDEX Archery, a nonprofit organization dedicated to helping veterans heal through archery therapy and community support. Jason opens up about his journey from...

Let us know what you think! In this powerful episode of Security Halt!, hosts Deny Caballero and Gordon "Gordo" Hurley dive deep into the real-life challenges and victories that come with transitioning through different seasons of life—especially for veterans and creators navigating the pressures of personal growth, mental health, and professional development. 🔥 This episode unpacks: Th...

Let us know what you think! In this episode of Security Halt!, Deny Caballero sits down with Matt Ferry from Veterans Fishing to explore the power of community, vulnerability, and alternative healing methods in veteran recovery. Fishing as Therapy – How spending time on the water has become a lifeline for veterans struggling with PTSD, addiction, and mental health challenges. Sobriety & Cannab...

Let us know what you think! In this powerful episode of Security Halt! , Deny Caballero sits down with Dr. James Engall to discuss a critical but often-overlooked issue in military training—blast exposure and its long-term effects on brain health. 🔹 The Silent Impact of Blast Waves – How repeated exposure in military training and combat affects cognitive function, hearing loss, and long-term brai...

Let us know what you think! In this inspiring episode of Security Halt! , Deny Caballero sits down with Lee from “18 Good Guy” to explore the transformative power of mindset, vulnerability, and cultural influences in shaping a fulfilling life—both inside and outside the military. 🔹 Why Vulnerability is Strength – Breaking down the stigma of weakness and embracing openness to inspire and mentor ot...

Let us know what you think! What happens when you mix military deployments, pop culture blind spots, metal-country fusion, and gym culture? You get one of the most hilarious and insightful conversations yet on Security Halt! In this high-energy episode, Deny Caballero sits down with Liam Cogan to discuss everything from the cultural disconnect of missing pop culture during deployments to how music...

Let us know what you think! In this powerful episode of Security Halt! , host Deny Caballero sits down with Jason L Coffrin to explore the relentless pursuit of adventure, resilience, and self-discovery. From the tranquility of fishing to the grueling endurance of ultra marathons, Jason shares his transformative journey—highlighting the physical and mental battles he faced while preparing for the...

Let us know what you think! In this game-changing episode of Security Halt!, we dive into the world of veteran entrepreneurship and explore how military veterans are making waves in the business world through the Veteran Business Battle—one of the most competitive pitch competitions for veteran-owned startups. From military leadership to business leadership, veterans face unique challenges transit...

Let us know what you think! How do you balance personal struggles, military service, and entrepreneurship while staying true to yourself? In this deep and unfiltered conversation, Deny Caballero and Dave Fielding dive into the raw realities of mental health, divorce, and resilience—and how storytelling can be a powerful tool for healing. 🔥 Inside This Episode:  ✅ Mental health in the military—th...

Let us know what you think! What does it take to go from military service to running a successful coffee company? In this powerful and unfiltered conversation, Nate Dressel, founder of Frontier Coffee, shares his entrepreneurial journey, revealing the hard-hitting realities of business, resilience, and veteran mental health. 🔥 What You’ll Learn in This Episode:  ✅ The challenges of transitioning...

Let us know what you think! In this explosive episode of Security Halt!, Tony Cowden, a former Special Forces Green Beret, gets real about health, fitness, and the hard truths behind military life, government regulation, and political corruption. From tackling the dangers of processed foods and sugar addiction to exposing the flaws in Big Pharma and traditional medicine, Tony and host Deny Caballe...