Dispatches From Normandy with Lt. Gen. Donahue, CSM Barker, and Tim Kennedy
12 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Lt. Gen. Donahue is the 39th Commander of the XVIII Airborne Corps and brings unparalleled experien...
Tim Kennedy - Fear, Challenges, and Resilience
10 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Tim Kennedy is a US Army Green Berets and Special Forces sniper, former UFC fighter, and serial entr...
Nelson Grant - Northwestern Montana Adventures
03 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Nelson Grant is a Sheriff's Deputy and Search and Rescue Team member in the Flathead Valley. In addi...
Unseen Wounds - A Cautionary Tale of Secondary PTSD
31 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Today's first email is a raw and emotional account of a man's journey through separation from his wi...
Vaughn Stumpf - Playgirl model and Bricklayer Extraordinaire
27 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Of all the episodes I have been able to record, these episodes with my father stand out as some of m...
Death Comes For Us All
24 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
1. Dealing with Unimaginable Loss in the Military: One listener shares a harrowing week of personal ...
Jay Wadsworth and Adam Haidary - Defensive Tactics and Combatives for Law Enforcement
20 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Jay Wadsworth is a 2nd-degree black belt in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and retired pro/amateur MMA fighter,...
Breakups and Bar Brawls
17 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
We are diving into listener-submitted questions that cover the gamut of life's toughest challenges: ...
Josh Smith - CEO of Montana Knife Company
13 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Josh grew up in Lincoln, Montana on the edge of the Bob Marshall Wilderness. At the age of 11 Josh’...
Trauma, Tattoos, and Transitions
10 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
1. The complex aftermath of escaping an abusive relationship, highlighting the ongoing struggle with...
Jimmy Watson - A Journey to Hell and Back
06 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Jimmy Watson served 17 years on active duty, splitting time between the Marine Corps, Blackwater, an...
Andy Vs. Michael - Round 6
03 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
We are back again with a role reversal, turning the microphone towards the man usually behind the sc...
Don Edwards - The Evolution of Modern Warfare and Tactical Training
29 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Don Edwards is a retired US Army Special Operations veteran with over two decades of service in the ...
Death to America???
26 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Today we are diving straight into the heart of current events, focusing on the ongoing protests at C...
Brian, Fred, and Catherine - The Fight Over Forced Vaccinations in the Canadian Forces
22 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Brian and Fred were members of the Canadian Armed Forces and both suffered profound impact from the ...
Courage, Heartbreak, and Border Realities
19 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Two questions today that explore both individual challenges and broader societal concerns. First, a ...
Barry Minkow - A Journey from Fraud to Fraud Fighter
15 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Barry Minkow starting ZZZZ Best Carpet Cleaning in his parent's garage at 16, quickly rising to fame...
Clay Garcia and John Dudley - Aim True and Give Back
12 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Clay Garcia is the founder of the Helping Heroes Foundation, an organization that stands as a beacon...
Inner Battles and Global Shadows
10 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This should have posted Friday, but did not...Regularly scheduled programming this Friday, listener ...
James Arthur and Bersabeh Ray - From Rock Bottom to Redemption
08 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
James Arthur Ray, who at his pinnacle was celebrated as a self-help guru with a New York Times bests...
Michael Montoya - I Left my Foot in Ukraine
01 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Michael Montoya is a veteran with over 15 years of experience in military and security sectors, spec...
When the Mirror Lies
29 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Strength, Struggle, and Service We are diving into resilience, dedication, and overcoming adversity ...
Dustin Diefenderfer - Beyond the Summit and Shaping Lives through MTNTOUGH
25 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Dustin Diefenderfer is the founder of MTNTOUGH.com. Born from a deep connection with the wilderness ...
Andy Vs Michael - Round 5
22 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
We are back again with a role reversal, turning the microphone towards the man usually behind the sc...
Ian Cockburn - Death at The Hands of Your Government
18 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Ian Cockburn is a survivor of one of the most harrowing health scandals in UK history. At just six y...
Integrity, Tech, and Border Security
15 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Before diving into listener questions, let's chat a bit about integrity and the value of taking resp...
Bert Sorin - Strength Beyond Iron
11 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Bert Sorin has had an incredible journey, from a young boy with a barbell in his hands to becoming a...
How Do We Protect Our Kids?
08 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
How do we protect our children from the dangers lurking online via smartphones? How do we need to ad...
Chris Frueh - Understanding Operator Syndrome and The Human Cost of War
04 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Christopher Frueh, PhD., is a renowned clinical psychologist and Professor of Psychology at the Univ...
Hydrophobia and Heartache
01 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Today we are tackling some listener-submitted questions, shedding light on the seldom-discussed oper...
The Last Promise: Duty, Loss, and Healing - With Scott Tatum
26 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Scott Tatum is a seasoned veteran in the fields of emergency medicine and tactical medical support. ...
Crossroads and Courage - Some of Life's Battles are Worth it
23 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
We are diving deep into the heart of personal struggle, resilience, and the journey toward healing a...
The Rise of Russia - With Curtis Fox
19 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
We are diving into the heart of Eurasian geopolitics with Curtis L. Fox, author of the groundbreakin...
What Would It Take To Change Your Mind
17 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Food for thought, what does it take to change someone's mind? Why do we believe in the things that w...
What Would It Take to Change Your Mind
16 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Food for thought, what does it take to change someone's mind? Why do we believe in the things that w...
Damn The Valley - With Will Yeske and Nick Armendariz
12 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
William (Will) Yeske, is an 11-year combat veteran and the author of Damn The Valley, a book detaili...
The Cusp of WW3, or Not...
09 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Are we headed towards WW3? Is America about to crumble onto itself? Today, we are talking about an a...
Navigate, Innovate, Elevate - Entrepreneurship and the Great Outdoors with Stephen Turner
05 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Stephen Turner's life story embodies the spirit of true entrepreneurship, adventure, and community e...
Andy Vs. Michael - Round 4
02 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
We are back again with a role reversal, turning the microphone towards the man usually behind the sc...
The Frontlines of Conservation - Tom Opre's Vision for a Sustainable Future
29 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Tom Opre is a renowned figure in the world of wildlife conservation and media. As a film director, c...
Rising from the Ashes - Reinventing Yourself After Adversity
26 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
We are focusing on one theme today, personal reinvention in the face of life's challenges. This epis...
Big Pharma to The Front Lines of Fire - A Journey of Transformation and Healing with Kara Henning
22 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Kara Henning is a former pharmaceutical sales rep who transformed her life in the wake of a mental h...
Facing Fears, Family Feuds, and Navy SEALs Lost at Sea
19 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Overcoming Freezing in Crisis: A father recounts the moments when he froze during a life-threatening...
Mastering the Mat - A Journey from Wilderness Ranger to Jiu Jitsu Champion with Leah Stumpf
15 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Leah is a third-degree black belt in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu and a full-time coach at Straight Blast Gym...
Life, Leadership, and Leaps of Faith
12 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Returning to the Flames: A 40-year-old husband and father recounts his journey from being a wildland...
unSEALed - A Navy SEAL's guide to Mastering Life's Transitions - with Mark Greene
08 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Mark Greene is a former Navy SEAL with 20 years of distinguished service, and he is one of my oldest...
Andy Vs. Michael - Round 3
05 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Buckle up again everyone, we are stepping back into a role reversal, turning the microphone towards ...
Forging Resilience - with Casey Hildreth
01 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Casey Hildreth is a Christian, dedicated husband, and father to five. Casey carved a path of resilie...
BUD/s duds and Emergency Surgeries
29 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Today's episode kicks off by addressing a heartfelt and raw listener question, painting the picture ...
Focal Point - Navigating a Future with AI
25 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Focal Point, join hosts Mike Glover and Andy Stumpf as they delve into the emerge...
Naval Special Warfare and Injuries - with Mike Glover
18 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Mike Glover, renowned for his military and security expertise, joins the Cleared Hot Podcast today. ...
Life's Complexities and Modern Masculinity
15 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The Tragic Tale of Mark: A listener, an Operations Manager in the oil and gas sector, shares the hea...
Generations, Politics, and Santa - with Vaughn Stumpf
11 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
This episode is a unique blend of serious discussion, personal stories, and light-hearted moments, p...
Who is More Toxic - Army or Prison?
08 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
I cannot believe that we live in a world where this is an actual discussion or conversation point, b...
The Flight Path to Success - with Paul 'Roscoe' White
04 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Paul “Roscoe” White is a retired Air Force fighter pilot turned F35 instructor, championship-win...
Welcome to Focal Point - Episode 001
01 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Where do you go to consume your news? Can we even call it that anymore? Is it actually the "news," o...
Special Operations Insights - with Jack Murphy & Dave Parke
27 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we are talking about the world of military special operations and its intersection ...
Thanks - Giving
24 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
It's not what happens to you, but what you do with it that matters." Whether you're facing personal ...
The Other Side of Psychedelics with Taylor Duckett
20 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In today's episode, I sit down with Taylor Ducket, a 33-year-old husband and father with a compellin...
The Crossroads of Choice - Navigating Your life and Finding Your Path
17 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
We are going on a deep dive into the heart of life's pivotal decisions, guided by questions from lis...
A Journey Beyond Borders - with Vincent Vargas
13 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we're joined by Vincent Vargas, a man whose life reads like an action-packed novel....
Echoes of Valor - Sebastian Junger on the Bonds of Battle and the Spirit of Veterans Day
10 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
As Veterans Day approaches there is no better guest than Sebastian Junger, a journalist known for hi...
Behind the Badge: Federal Crime-Fighting in the IRS - with Scott Daniels
06 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Dive into the clandestine world of financial investigations with Scott Daniels, a seasoned Superviso...
Leap of Faith - Navigating Risks, Military Ambitions, and Life's Callings
03 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode we dive headfirst (pun intended) into the thrill and perils of skydiving, exploring ...
Transition and Fostering Resilience - with Chris Gill and Michael Anthony
30 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Chris Gill and Michael Anthony have diverse military backgrounds, and now spearhead impactful initia...
Bridging The Gap - Prepared vs. Paranoid
27 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
-A young father grapples with financial infidelity, strained family relationships, and battling pers...
Frontline Chronicles - Unveiling the IDF Journey with Richard & Bernardo
23 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Richard and Bernardo are two distinguished veterans of the Israeli Defense Forces (IDF), who have na...
Andy Vs. Michael - Round 2
20 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Buckle up, everyone. In this episode we are stepping into a role reversal, turning the microphone to...
From Cell Bars to CEO - with AG Gregoroff
16 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
AG Gregoroff isn't just the founder and CEO of Toehold Flip Flops - heralded as producers of the wor...
Facing Darkness: Questions from the Frontlines of Life
13 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In today's episode, we are diving headfirst into the emotional and moral dilemmas faced by listeners...
Redefining Fitness - with Craig 'Patty' Patterson
09 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Craig "Patty" Patterson is the founder of the Madlab School of Fitness. We went deep into Patty's jo...
Demons, Anger, and Heartbreak
06 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Today we are diving into the complexities of human emotions and relationships. One listener shared h...
Brokeback Hilltop - with John Barklow and John Dudley
02 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
We are diving deep into the roots of hunting, archery precision, and survival strategies. John Dudle...
Grappling with Grapes - Wine, Jiu Jitsu, and Legacies with Maynard James Keenan & Henry Akins
29 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Maynard James Keenan is the lead singer of Tool, A Perfect Circle, and Puscifer, and the owner of Me...
Guardians of the Wild - With John Nores
25 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
John made an incredible journey from a small-town boy with a passion for nature to a celebrated ward...
You Are Not Alone
22 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
This entire episode is dedicated to a raw, revealing listener-submitted story that challenges the pe...
From Trauma to Triumph - with Travis Gribble
18 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Travis Gribble is a 24-year law enforcement veteran with a story that will resonate with anyone who'...
Michael Vs Andy - Round 1
15 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Buckle up, everyone. In this episode we are stepping into a role reversal, turning the microphone to...
World Records, Mount Everest, and the Toughest Races on Earth - with Tyler Carnevale
11 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Tyler isn't just an avid ultra-endurance athlete; he's an 8x Guinness World Record holder, a seasone...
Aging Warriors, Unsettling Neighbors, and Standing Up Right
08 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this special listener-submitted Q&A episode we dive into some personal and complex issues that co...
Clearing the Path - Mind, Body & Soul Fitness with Bill & Karianne Anthes of Between The Ears
04 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Bill Anthes is a Special Forces veteran who with his wife Karianne, redefined the intersection of ph...
The Fight Against Human Trafficking - with Nic McKinley
01 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Today we are going to dive into the world of counterintelligence and counter-human trafficking with ...
From the SEAL Teams to Startups - with Todd Ehrlich
28 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Todd Ehrlich is a former Navy SEAL turned serial entrepreneur. His journey is far from conventional;...
Between Two Trees - with Jack Osbourne
25 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
From Special Forces to Sovereign Soil - with Preston McCormick
21 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode I sit down with ex-Special Forces officer turned entrepreneur, Preston McCormick. Af...
Lead the Charge - Unpacking Leadership
18 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this listener-submitted Q&A episode, I tackle two questions that touch on resilience, leadership,...
From the Edge to Enlightenment: A Firefighter’s Resilient Journey - with Rick Bucher
14 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we dive deep with Rick Bucher, a man whose life narrative reads like an adrenaline-...
Passions, Pivots, and Perseverance
11 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, there are two listener-submitted questions that delve deep into the challenges of l...
Frontlines to Headlines: The Battle Beyond Combat with Jariko Denman & Jenna Bakken
07 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Jariko Denman was born in Washington DC and raised as a military brat. He enlisted in the US Army in...
From Navy SEAL to Natural Resources - Coffee with Ryan Zinke
04 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Today we sit down with the Representative from Montana, Ryan Zinke. From his roots in Bozeman to the...
Unleashing the Healing Power of Psychedelics - with Jesse Gould
31 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Jesse Gould is an Army Ranger turned psychedelics advocate and the mind behind the Heroic Hearts Pro...
Life's Crossroads - From Deployments to Heartbreak
28 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Question 1 is from an active-duty father of four girls, torn between his duty and the family he love...
Defying All Odds - A SEAL’s Unlikely Journey - with Remi Adeleke
24 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Remi Adeleke is a man whose life is a testament to the power of perseverance and the human spirit's ...
Addiction and Acceptance
21 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Today's episode focuses on two listener-submitted questions that touch the core of personal struggle...
In the Crosshairs of National Security - with Chris Piehota
17 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
This episode is all about the world of national security and covert operations with retired FBI Agen...
Pack light and Fight Right
14 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
From the essentials of a fanny pack to the martial arts deemed valuable versus "Bulshitzu," to strat...
Inside the Secret Service - with Mark Brandenburg
10 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this week's episode, we journey into the heart of American law enforcement with United States Sec...
Hijackings and Healing Scars
07 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we venture into the unknown with a fresh batch of listener-submitted questions. Fro...
From Warzones to Whiskey - with Jarred Taylor
03 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Jarred "JT" Taylor went from being an Air Force Munitions Systems Apprentice and Tactical Air Contro...
Co-Parenting Challenges, Podcasting 101, and Combating Systemic Corruption
30 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
This week I am answering three listener-submitted questions: We begin by delving into the challengin...