Episode 44 – Dr. Tony Dice: After the Trident
Former Navy SEAL, firefighter, paramedic, and now clinical therapist, Dr. Tony Dice has lived through both the highs of service and the depths of addiction. In this raw and unfiltered conversation, Dr. Dice opens up about the darker side of military culture, how alcohol and drugs became “emotional currency,” and the spiral that led him to rock bottom.
He shares powerful moments from his fight for sobriety—what he calls “passive suicide”—and the turning point that came when he realized his son might follow in his footsteps. Now 15 years sober, Dr. Dice has dedicated his life to helping veterans and first responders through Bishop & Dice Defense, a unique program that builds trust through tactical training before bringing in mental health support.
We talk about:
- The transition from SEAL teams to civilian life—and the dangers of unchecked freedom
- Why veterans need specialized treatment approaches for PTSD and addiction
- How asking for help goes against military conditioning, yet saves lives
- His upcoming book After the Trident: A Navy SEAL’s Battle with Secret Shame and Addiction
- Why “even heroes need heroes”
This episode is a gut-punch reminder that the toughest fight often begins after the uniform comes off—and that recovery and redemption are always possible.
Dr. Dice's Links:
Bishop & Dice Defense: http://www.bishopdicedefense.com/
Get the Book: http://www.drdicebook.com/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@bishopdicedefense
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr.tonydice
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/robert.dice.5
Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dr.tonydice
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