Alone and Unafraid

Marine combat veteran and entrepreneur Deric Keller shares how one simple shift—asking better questions—can completely change your path. From the battlefield to the boardroom, he opens up about overcoming imposter syndrome, navigating career pivots, and building a mindset rooted in resilience.

This conversation dives into how military discipline translates into business success, why self-doubt can actually fuel growth, and what it r...

This is a reissue of Episode #51 after Spotify accidentally deleted the original. We didn’t want you to miss it, because this Gripes & Grinds session hits on everything from lazy questions and fast food fails to broken schools, youth sports burnout, Hollywood inaccuracies, and the slow death of common sense in 2025.

In this short but sharp episode, TMFK! and Hucky deliver the kind of funny rants, cultural commentary, and unfilte...

Former Special Forces NCO and 160th SOAR aviator Nick O’Kelly lays out a practical roadmap for identity, mental health, and money after the uniform. We cover rituals for closure, building your next tribe, training attention and emotion, smart finance (emergency funds → investing), and how to protect time for family and travel. We also give brief, balanced context on the Tim Kennedy situation and why integrity—and what we amplify on...

In this in-person episode, TMFK! and Hucky Bear sit down with Logan Brokaw and Mike Maynard—two longtime friends and veterans of the special operations community. What starts with sharp humor and shared memories turns into a raw, deeply personal conversation about survival, recovery, and brotherhood.

Logan shares the story of a catastrophic freefall accident that changed the trajectory of his life and career. Logan turned to alterna...

AI Says There’s a 5% Chance It Ends Humanity—"Cool Cool Cool” What do brain health, AI collapse, and dolphin rides have in common? More than you'd think.

In this episode, TMFK and Hucky Bear start with working-from-home challenges and end up in a wild conversation about why your brain can’t multitask, how to actually improve mental clarity, and why artificial intelligence might be quietly plotting our extinction. They also somehow s...

In this conversation, Tanner Yackley, founder of Remote Warrior, discusses the often-overlooked psychological toll of remote warfare and the complexities of Drone or RPA operations. He highlights the challenges faced by remote operators, including quality of life issues, the disconnect in military recognition, and the difficulties of transitioning to civilian life. Tanner shares his experiences as a former RPA operator and the emot...

In this episode, Thad and Tyler welcome back three familiar faces—Doug White, Katie Huckett, and John “Eight Knees” Turner—for a wild, hilarious, and emotional recap of their return to Scotland with the Allied Forces Foundation. From absurd duct tape survival strategies to deep reflections at Arlington Cemetery, this is a brutally honest look at endurance, camaraderie, and how shared struggle brings people closer together. If you’r...

Former Navy SEAL Ben Davis joins us to talk identity, transition, and mental health. After a decade in the teams, Ben faced TBIs, depression, and the difficult shift to civilian life. He shares how childhood struggles, wrestling, and military service shaped him—and how writing and the outdoors helped him reclaim purpose. Now a full-time writer and director of the Veterans Outdoor Advocacy Group, Ben helps other vets find healing be...

Retired Master Sergeant Darrell Utt joins us to share the brutal realities and hard-earned wisdom from his time leading Green Berets through one of the deadliest rotations of the Iraq War. From the backwoods of West Virginia to the chaos of Baghdad, Darrell walks us through his path of service, sacrifice, and leadership—and how he turned those lessons into the book Grit to Glory. We also reflect on the tragic loss of a fellow veter...

We’re shifting the podcast to an every-other-week release schedule. Here’s why, and what you can expect going forward. Plus, we share a few quick previews of what’s coming—some powerful conversations are on the horizon.

We love doing this, and we’re in it for the long haul. If you want to support the show, the best way is to share your favorite episode with someone, leave a rating, and if you’ve got a minute—drop a written review. I...

TMFK! shares his deeply personal journey from burnout and suicidal ideation to beginning the healing and clarity through psychedelic therapy. After leaving a toxic work environment and sinking into a dark depression, he was introduced to Ibogaine and 5-MeO-DMT—two powerful psychedelic compounds offered legally through The Mission Within, a veteran-focused retreat in Mexico.

This isn’t just another trip story. It’s a story of emotion...

Dive deep into the toxic impact of negativity — from bad vibes at work to the physical effects of processed food and stress. They explore how fueling your mind, body, and spirit intentionally can break the cycle of burnout, why leaving toxic environments matters, and what it means to reclaim your life, your energy, and your happiness. Plus, they share updates on Polestar Coffee, the hidden dangers of processed meats, and the Warrio...

Army veteran, Deep sea diver, and physician assistant Dr. Travis Kaufman breaks down moral injury, veteran mental health, and the realities of military medicine and life after service. From dive school and deployments to the White House Medical Unit and Ukraine, Travis shares the weight medics carry, the impact of moral injury, and what transition really feels like.

Also in this episode: vasectomy stories, Air Force envy, and why ev...

Danny Archer went from enlisted Ranger to Commissioned officer to Warrant Officer with service in the 160th SOAR. This episode dives into purpose after service, rebuilding identity, and how horses—yes, horses—helped him heal. A raw, funny, and powerful look at life beyond the uniform.Links

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What happens when the military ends—but life keeps getting harder?
Keith "Moonface" Roach, a former 160th SOAR crew chief, talks about his post-military transition—from elite aviation to working in Alabama’s prison system.

We get into the tough stuff: losing direction, drinking too much, divorce, and a system that rarely supports mental health after service. But Keith brings honesty, dark humor, and stories. If you want...

This one's exactly what it sounds like: no guest, no script, and no apologies. TMFK and Stinky Whizzleteets dive into a rambling, brutally honest conversation that covers EMDR therapy, Subaru stereotypes, Key West drag shows, and the mental noise veterans carry. It's half vent session, half dark comedy—just two dudes trying to make sense of life, trauma, and questionable Florida decisions.

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Thad and Tyler riff on the broken military award system, the Air Force’s questionable Silver Star decisions, and the bizarre realities of deployments, drone shootdowns, and government cover-ups. Expect blunt truths, hilarious side tangents, and a raw dive into what service really means. Also, JFK, Space Force uniforms, and a healthy dose of conspiracy talk.

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In this episode, we welcome back Adam Magers, author of Odysseus and the Oar, for a deeper dive into the intersection of psychology, politics, and personal growth. Adam explores how the current political climate is affecting group cohesion, especially in therapy settings, and how social media and constant news cycles shape our perceptions. He discusses the importance of focusing inwardly to foster better personal and societal relat...

Can psychedelics rewire the brain and heal trauma in just hours? In this episode, we explore Ibogaine and DMT, two powerful psychedelics transforming veteran mental health. Jeremy Tomlin, a Marine Corps veteran, shares his journey from combat in Iraq and Afghanistan to finding healing through alternative therapies. He opens up about the emotional toll of war, his struggles after the war, and how psychedelic-assisted therapy helping...