The Frogman Friday Show

Lance Converse joins Frogman Friday to break down what real health optimization looks like in today’s world. From building pharmaceutical companies to leading Transcend Company, Lance brings a deep understanding of human performance, clinical research, and long-term wellness. This episode explores how supplements, peptides, and hormone therapy can work together as part of a complete health system,...

Former Navy SEAL Senior Chief Pat “Toz” Tozzi joins Ryan “Birdman” Parrott on Frogman Friday to break down the real challenges of transition after special operations. After 20 years in the SEAL Teams, Tozzi founded Green Devil Garage, a fabrication shop turned mission focused platform for veteran mental health, blue collar trades, and youth education. This episode covers leadership failure, ego cu...

Marcus Jay Allen brings a powerful and honest look into the world of Marine Force Recon and the mindset needed to succeed in special operations. He breaks down Recon versus Force Recon versus MARSOC, why most candidates fail in the water, and the importance of discipline, hunger, and commitment. He shares his transition out of the Marine Corps, the failures that shaped him, and the mission behind...

Bear Handlon spent seven and a half years in the SEAL Teams before founding Born Primitive in his garage. Today it’s a global brand built on American values and service. In this episode, Bear joins Ryan “Birdman” Parrott to talk about faith, leadership, and how he turned a side hustle into a mission for veterans everywhere. We discuss the Veterans Day campaign where Born Primitive and Black Rifle...

Nate Brown served six years as a Navy SEAL before becoming a firefighter, paramedic, and founder of The Coming Home Project—a nonprofit helping veterans and first responders heal through plant-based and psychedelic therapy. In this conversation with Ryan “Birdman” Parrott, Nate opens up about his painful transition out of the teams, his journey through trauma, and the life-changing experience that...

EP 108 – Frogman Friday Show with Ryan “Birdman” Parrott features Deny Caballero: retired Green Beret Warrant Officer, founder of Security Halt Media, and a voice for resilience after service. Deny opens up about: 16 years in Army Special Forces (SFODA 7114 & 7135) The breaking point that nearly ended his life Choosing vulnerability, treatment, and healing through therapy Why humor, memes, and...

In this powerful episode of Frogman Friday, Anthony Dyer—better known as Uncle Tito—shares his 21-year journey as a U.S. Air Force Tech Sergeant in the 16th Special Operations Squadron. From the skies of Afghanistan to the struggles of transition, Anthony tells the story behind his service, his darkest battles, and how he fought to reclaim purpose. We cover: • Life as an AC-130 gunship aerial gunn...

In this episode of Frogman Friday, Ryan “Birdman” Parrott sits down with Anthony “Staz” Stazicker , British SBS veteran, co-founder of ThruDark , and author of The Hard Road Will Take You Home . Staz opens up about his 13-year career in the Royal Marines and SBS, the challenges of transition, and how he turned lessons from special operations into building one of the fastest-growing performance bra...

Joey Nobody returns to Frogman Friday with raw, unfiltered stories from decades in the tattoo world. From his early days hustling in New York to becoming one of the most sought-after artists for military units and operators, Joey shares the chaos, danger, and creativity that shaped his life. In this episode, he and Ryan “Birdman” Parrott dive into the wild west of tattoo culture, SEAL community in...

This week on Frogman Friday, Ryan “Birdman” Parrott talks with Joey Nobody, the legendary tattoo artist whose work has become part of Navy SEAL culture. From his upbringing in New York and early days in the underground tattoo world to becoming the go-to artist for special operations warriors, Joey’s story is one of grit, creativity, and community. He shares how art led him into tattooing, how he h...

Ryan “Birdman” Parrott welcomes Holland Romero, retired Navy SEAL Senior Chief with 24 years of service. Holland reveals how he first discovered the SEAL Teams, what it took to survive BUD/S, and the lessons he carried from the Teams into civilian life. He explains the founding of Legacy Forge Mindset, a mentorship and leadership company designed to help executives, athletes, and organizations bui...

In this landmark 102nd episode of Frogman Friday, Ryan “Birdman” Parrott sits down with SEAC David Isom, the senior enlisted advisor to the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff and the highest-ranking enlisted service member in the U.S. Armed Forces. From his beginnings as a surfer in North Carolina to becoming a Navy SEAL and ultimately serving as SEAC, David Isom shares hard-earned lessons on l...

Ryan “Birdman” Parrott welcomes Hector Delgado, a Navy SEAL with 29 years of combined enlisted and officer service, active duty and reserve. Hector retired as a Lieutenant Commander and Special Agent with Homeland Security Investigations. He’s the founder of Trident Warfare, creating custom apparel for military units, veterans, and first responders, with proceeds supporting veteran nonprofits. Now...

Episode 100 brings it back to where it all started! Jason Torey is a retired Navy SEAL Master Chief, co-founder of QLAD, and the man who gave Ryan Parrott the nickname “Birdman” after an IED blast in Iraq. He has been a leader, mentor, and force for mission clarity from the battlefield to the boardroom. In this episode, Jason shares what he learned from 26 years in the Teams and how he carried tha...

Nick Norris is a former Navy SEAL Officer who served 10 years active, four years reserve. In this episode, he joins Ryan “Birdman” Parrott to talk about surviving combat, stepping into entrepreneurship, and how psychedelic-assisted therapy changed his life. Nick opens up about grief, discipline, and love—and how these forces shape his work with veterans and his company, RANGE SD. Together, they di...

Alex Rogers served 12 years as a Navy SEAL. He deployed with Team 3, ran training command in Virginia Beach, and helped build up the next generation of warriors. After service, he launched Look for Work—a custom fightwear company rooted in the same discipline he brought to the Teams. In this episode, AROG shares how jiu-jitsu helped him stay grounded, how entrepreneurship kept him sharp, and why h...

Kierre Smith spent 12 years as a Navy SWCC—Special Warfare Combatant-Craft Crewman—operating fast boats and heavy weapons in special operations. But after years of service and sacrifice, the hardest mission came post-transition. In this episode, Kierre shares his powerful story of faith, family, and forging a new purpose through NBD Motorsports, a veteran-owned suspension and automotive shop based...

In this powerful episode of Frogman Friday, Ryan “Birdman” Parrott sits down with retired Navy SEAL Dave Swarts to explore his transformative journey from 20 years of service to building a new mission around community, cooking, and firearms training. Dave opens up about his difficult transition from the SEAL Teams, including the emotional toll of post-service life, family challenges, and legal unc...

Tyler Grey joins Ryan “Birdman” Parrott for a powerful discussion about military service, trauma, and finding purpose beyond the uniform. Tyler shares his experience as a Special Operations veteran, actor, and author of Forged in Chaos: A Warrior’s Origin Story. He opens up about his childhood struggles, the identity crisis many veterans face, and his unique theory of LTSD—Lack of Traumatic Stress...

Anthony Rivera, Navy SEAL turned entrepreneur, sits down with Ryan “Birdman” Parrott to talk about what really happens when the uniform comes off. He built Vetavise after battling the VA system himself and now helps other veterans navigate their own journey. This episode covers the daily grind of transition, the power of direct communication, and how faith, family, and therapy can keep veterans gr...

In this episode, Ryan “Birdman” Parrott sits down with Mike Toussaint, retired Senior Chief Petty Officer and founder of Setpoint K9 Training. Mike opens up about his transition from military service to civilian life and the mission behind his dog training company. They dive into the critical role dogs play in law enforcement and tactical operations, the intense training required for both handlers...

Former Green Beret and current firefighter Zack Garner joins Ryan "Birdman" Parrott to talk about “Ride the Divide 2025,” a 2,600-mile unsupported cycling journey from Canada to Mexico. From surviving 40 surgeries and a near-death infection to becoming a voice for veterans' recovery, Zack opens up about rediscovering purpose after service. Learn how he’s raising funds and awareness f...

The Human Performance Challenge KICKING OFF JUNE 1ST This is your moment to move the mission forward. The Human Performance Challenge was created to bridge the funding gap for Human Performance Project 7X — and we’re just $90,000 away from unleashing three years of work to the public. We’re talking about simple, actionable tools to take your health into your own hands — one day at a time. The Rule...

In this episode, Ryan "Birdman" Parrott sits down with Trevor Thompson, former Navy SEAL and current spokesman for ProTech, a company focused on innovative liquid supplements. Trevor opens up about his transition from military life to civilian purpose, sharing how his love for outdoor adventure, bow hunting, and fieldcraft fuels his passion for human performance. The conversation dives i...

In this powerful episode, Ryan Parrott sits down with Sean Murphy, a retired Navy SEAL and founder of Hit the Surf, for an in-depth conversation on the challenges veterans face transitioning to civilian life. They dive deep into topics like: ✅ How to rediscover purpose after military service ✅ The role of team building in corporate leadership ✅ Overcoming mental barriers and building a growth m...