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IED Ambush, Resilient Marines & More - Tommy Waller - The Resilient Show 012 Jun 21, 2024

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Our next guest, Tommy Waller, joins Chad Robichaux and Sean Kennard to talk about his years of service in the USMC, his firsthand experience with the power of resilience, and the work that he's doing now with the Center for Security Policy.

Tommy Waller is currently the President and CEO of the Center for Security Policy. Waller retired from the Marine Corps Reserves at the rank of Lieutenant Colonel after serving more than two decades on both active duty and in the reserves with deployments to Afghanistan, Iraq, Africa, and the Caribbean.

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From Navy SEAL to The Pipe Hitter Foundation - Eddie Gallagher - Resilient 011 Jun 14, 2024

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Our next guest, Eddie Gallagher, joins Chad Robichaux and Sean Kennard to share stories from his career path to becoming a Navy SEAL, his wild deployments, and the incident that changed the trajectory of his life.

Eddie Gallagher served for nearly twenty years as a Navy Corpsman, Marine Scout Sniper and Navy SEAL. Eight overseas combat deployments, two Bronze Stars and one Navy Achievement Medal, both with “V” for Valor. ‍

A father, mentor and leader with a faith-first mission, Eddie strives to continue his life of service by helping others through The Pipe Hitter Foundation.

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SIGINT Stories with a Chief Warrant Officer - Bill Thompson - Resilient 010 Jun 07, 2024

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Former Army Chief Warrant Officer Bill Thompson joins Chad Robichaux and Sean Kennard on this episode of Resilient to share SIGINT stories, life after the military, building a business, and much more.

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Army Ranger Speaks on His Deployment in Ramadi - Greg Anderson - Resilient 009 May 31, 2024

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Former Army Ranger Greg Anderson shares stories from his deployments to Iraq and Afghanistan, his time spent in Law Enforcement - including the video that changed his life and much more in this episode of Resilient. Greg Anderson has over 20 years of Special Operations and Law Enforcement experience. He hosts the Endless Endeavor podcast, runs Electric North Jiu Jitsu Martial Arts Academy and lives by the motto "No One Is Coming To Save You". RESILIENT: Follow Us On Instagram: https://instagram.com/resilientshow Follow Us On Twitter: https://twitter.com/ResilientShow Follow Us On TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@resilientshow Follow Chad: https://www.instagram.com/chadrobo_official Follow Sean: https://www.instagram.com/seantopgunkennard Follow Greg Anderson: https://www.instagram.com/Granderson33 Check Out Greg's Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/endless-endeavor-with-greg-anderson/id1520461765 Check Out Greg's Gym: https://www.theelectricnorth.com/shop ----------- SPONSORS: Smith & Wesson: https://www.smith-wesson.com/ Gatorz Eyewear: https://www.gatorz.com/ Midas Gold Group: https://www.midasgoldgroup.com BioPro+: https://www.bioproteintech.com/ ----------- All proceeds go to Mighty Oaks Foundation, a non-profit organization serving military & first responder communities. Learn more about Mighty Oaks at: https://www.mightyoaksprograms.org

SWAT Operator Talks Fighting Pirates & More - Greg Lapin - Resilient 008 May 24, 2024

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Our next guest, Former SWAT Operator Greg Lapin, has made a living for the past two decades in law enforcement special operations and Government special operations, deploying to war zones throughout the world. Greg joins Chad Robichaux and Sean Kennard to share his Resilient story from his time in law enforcement, private contracting with Triple Canopy, Anti-Piracy in International Waters, and what he's doing now with Fieldcraft Survival and Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu.

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Navy SEAL Training to Interrogations - Jason Pike - Resilient 007 May 17, 2024

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In this episode of Resilient, we are joined by a former Navy SEAL, Jason Pike, who shares his incredible journey from a challenging childhood to becoming a SEAL and serving in intense combat situations. Jason opens up about the struggles he faced growing up, including a turbulent family life and the impact of his father's experiences as a Vietnam veteran.

Jason's determination to become a Navy SEAL led him to push himself to the limits during training, including enduring the grueling Hell Week and BUD/S. He shares stories of the intense training, the camaraderie among SEALs, and the sacrifices made to achieve the prestigious Trident.

The episode also touches on the importance of resilience, the impact of family dynamics on personal growth, and the necessity of continuous self-improvement. Jason's journey from a troubled past to a successful SEAL and entrepreneur showcases the power of determination and adaptability in the face of adversity.

Jason is a combat veteran, government contractor, and entrepreneur of Train Like A SEAL, Frogman Supplements, and 501 c3 non-profit, Warhorse Ministries.

During his time in the SEAL Teams, he was fortunate to have served in Iraq during OIF where he and his team conducted different types of missions to help fight the war on terror, Federal Internal Defense with Philippino & Korean Navy SEALs, and worked with the United States Secret Service protecting President Bush, among many other things.

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Navy SEAL On Enduring Hell Week & More - Mark Greene - Resilient 006 May 10, 2024

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In this episode, Mark Greene shares his incredible journey from enduring BUD/S and Hell Week to becoming a Navy SEAL sniper and eventually transitioning to civilian life. Mark discusses the challenges he faced, the importance of resilience, and the mindset required for success in the military and beyond.

Mark's experiences in SEAL training, sniper school, and his decision to become an officer provide valuable insights into the world of special operations and the dedication required to excel in such demanding roles.

Join Chad Robichaux and Sean Kennard as we hear about Mark's story of perseverance, growth, and the lessons he has learned along the way.

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CHAPTERS:

00:00:00 - Introduction to Buds and Hell Week

00:05:30 - Mark Green's Book "Unsealed"

00:10:08 - Transitioning from Military to Civilian Life

00:15:15 - Importance of Discipline in Training

00:20:16 - Experience of Hell Week

00:25:17 - Sponsorship by Smith & Wesson Firearms

00:30:09 - Evolution of SEAL Training

00:32:08 - Mark Green's Transition to Sniper Training

00:35:22 - Sniper Training and Spotting

00:39:09 - Importance of Teaching to Gain Expertise

00:41:25 - Decision to Become an Officer

00:44:04 - Meeting Admiral Stockdale

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Rethinking Education - Matt Beaudreau - Resilient 005 May 03, 2024

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On this episode of Resilient, Matt Beaudreau joins Sean Kennard as a guest, Matt Beaudreau is a life long educator and has a reputation as a provocative thought leader in educational and personal development practices. He is a two-time featured TEDx speaker and he was named Corporate Trainer of the Year at Stanford University, having spoken to over 250,000 people. The conversation touches on topics of education, the risks of public education, potential alternatives, how to be a good man, and leadership. RESILIENT: Follow Us On Instagram: https://instagram.com/resilientshow Follow Us On Twitter: https://twitter.com/ResilientShow Follow Us On TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@resilientshow Listen on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/resilient/id1695040954?uo=4 Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6ECeCuFreEbO0BhBqjhClb Follow Chad: https://www.instagram.com/chadrobo_official Follow Sean: https://www.instagram.com/seantopgunkennard Follow Matt Beaudreau: https://www.instagram.com/mattbeaudreau Follow Apogee Strong: https://www.instagram.com/apogeeprogram ----------- SPONSORS: Smith & Wesson: https://www.smith-wesson.com/ Gatorz Eyewear: https://www.gatorz.com/ Midas Gold Group: https://www.midasgoldgroup.com BioPro+: https://www.bioproteintech.com/ ----------- All proceeds go to Mighty Oaks Foundation, a non-profit organization serving military & first responder communities. Learn more about Mighty Oaks at: https://www.mightyoaksprograms.org

Naval Aviator's Career from Helicopters to Fighter Jets - Brett Crozier - Resilient 004 Apr 26, 2024

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In this episode of Resilient, Captain Brett Crozier discusses his career as a Naval aviator and commander of a nuclear aircraft carrier with hosts Chad Robichaux & Sean Kennard. Brett shares stories from his career from making the transition from piloting Helicopters to Fighter Jets, leading through COVID, and much more. Brett Crozier graduated from the United States Naval Academy, and embarked on a thirty-year career in the Navy, flying dozens of combat missions over Iraq and leading at the highest levels of operational command. He served as the Commanding Officer of a combat F/A-18 strike fighter squadron, the world’s largest and most advanced communications ship USS Blue Ridge, and ultimately the aircraft carrier USS Theodore Roosevelt before retiring from the Navy in 2022. Resilient: Follow Us On Instagram: https://instagram.com/resilientshow Follow Us On Twitter: https://twitter.com/ResilientShow Follow Us On TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@resilientshow Follow Chad: https://www.instagram.com/chadrobo_official Follow Sean: https://www.instagram.com/seantopgunkennard Follow Captain Brett Crozier: https://www.instagram.com/surf.when.you.can Get Brett Crozier’s Book - Surf When You Can: https://www.simonandschuster.com/books/Surf-When-You-Can/Brett-Crozier/9781982191009 SPONSORS: Smith & Wesson: https://www.smith-wesson.com/ Gatorz Eyewear: https://www.gatorz.com/ Midas Gold Group: https://www.midasgoldgroup.com BioPro+: https://www.bioproteintech.com/ ----------- All proceeds go to Mighty Oaks Foundation, a non-profit organization serving military & first responder communities. Learn more about Mighty Oaks at: https://www.mightyoaksprograms.org

Donny Dust - Marine Corps Veteran Shares His Wild Wisdom - Resilient 003 Apr 19, 2024

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Marine Corps Veteran Donny Dust shares his wild wisdom with Sean Kennard on this episode of Resilient. Donny Dust is a United States Marine Corps veteran who has served in combat zones as a counterintelligence/human intelligence agent and infantryman. During his time in the military, Donny mastered his skills and left the Corps in 2011 to teach DOD personnel everything he had learned during his years of service. Donny owns and operates Paleo Tracks Survival, Colorado’s premier survival and wilderness self-reliance school, and has nearly two decades of outdoor survival skills and primitive living skills experience. He has appeared on shows such as History Channel’s Alone and USA Channel’s Mud, Sweat and Beards. He now has millions of followers on TikTok, beloved for his survivalist content. Resilient: Follow Us On Instagram: https://instagram.com/resilientshow Follow Us On Twitter: https://twitter.com/ResilientShow Follow Us On TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@resilientshow Listen on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/resilient/id1695040954?uo=4 Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6ECeCuFreEbO0BhBqjhClb Follow Chad: https://www.instagram.com/chadrobo_official Follow Sean: https://www.instagram.com/seantopgunkennard Follow Donny Dust: https://www.instagram.com/DonnyDust https://www.youtube.com/@DonnyDustsPaleoTracks https://www.tiktok.com/DonnyDust Get Donny Dust’s Book - Wild Wisdom: https://www.simonandschuster.com/books/Wild-Wisdom/Donny-Dust/9781668013434 ----------- SPONSORS: Smith & Wesson: https://www.smith-wesson.com/ Gatorz Eyewear: https://www.gatorz.com/ Midas Gold Group: https://www.midasgoldgroup.com BioPro+: https://www.bioproteintech.com/ ----------- All proceeds go to Mighty Oaks Foundation, a non-profit organization serving military & first responder communities. Learn more about Mighty Oaks at: https://www.mightyoaksprograms.org

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