Johnathan Griswold of Black Rifle Coffee on Storytelling, Authenticity, and Building a Creative Career | Security Halt! Podcast Ep. 454

Johnathan Griswold of Black Rifle Coffee on Storytelling, Authenticity, and Building a Creative Career | Security Halt! Podcast Ep. 454

Let us know what you think! [https://www.buzzsprout.com/1113407/fan_mail/new] See Brian Regan live November 19 in Salt Lake City | Members Only Join the Six Club for $6/month to get access and support veteran entrepreneurs. https://warriorrising.org/6cslc/    How do you create artwork that resonates with the military community without ever wearing the uniform? In Episode 454 of the Security Halt! Podcast, Johnathan Griswold, Senior Illustrator at Black Rifle Coffee Company, joins Deny Caballero to discuss creativity, storytelling, authenticity, branding, and how his work has become deeply connected to the veteran community. Updated About the Guest   About Johnathan Griswold Johnathan Griswold is the Senior Illustrator at Black Rifle Coffee Company and founder of Grizzly River Art. Known for his distinctive storytelling style and highly detailed illustrations, Johnathan has helped shape one of the most recognizable brands in the veteran community while inspiring artists and creators to build careers rooted in authenticity, craftsmanship, and purpose.     Listen now. Follow the show. Share this with the veteran or entrepreneur who needs to hear it.   Chapters: 00:00 Meet Johnathan Griswold: Artist, Storyteller, and Creative at Black Rifle Coffee 03:37 How Fatherhood Inspires Johnathan's Creative Work 04:12 Connecting with the Veteran Community Through Art 05:21 Why Military Culture Inspires Powerful Storytelling 06:51 The Story Behind Black Rifle Coffee's Iconic Artwork 09:00 Finding Inspiration in Military History and Culture 11:02 Why Authentic Storytelling Gives Art Its Soul 13:13 Building an Art Career Through Social Media 15:05 Why Authenticity Always Wins in Creative Work 16:48 Hidden Details and the Creative Process 18:59 AI, Technology, and the Future of Art 21:02 Respecting Artists and the Value of Creative Work 22:52 Recovering from Injury and Finding a New Path 27:13 From Construction to Professional Illustration 32:01 Joining Black Rifle Coffee Company 36:48 Building a Career as a Professional Artist 43:05 Going Viral Without Losing Your Authenticity 48:04 Community, Storytelling, and Shared Experiences 52:00 What's Next for Johnathan Griswold   Sponsored by: Transcend Use my referral link to book a consultation for Peptide Therapy http://transcendcompany.com/DenyCaballero [http://transcendcompany.com/DenyCaballero] Pure Liberty Labs Use Code: SECURITY_HALT_10 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/purelibertylabs/ [https://www.instagram.com/purelibertylabs/] Website: https://purelibertylabs.com/ [https://purelibertylabs.com/] PRECISION WELLNESS GROUP  Use code: Security Halt Podcast 25  Website: https://www.precisionwellnessgroup.com/ [https://www.precisionwellnessgroup.com/] WARRIOR RISING Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wearewarriorrising/?hl=en [https://www.instagram.com/wearewarriorrising/?hl=en] Website: https://warriorrising.org/ [https://warriorrising.org/] Donate Today: https://warriorrising.org/?form=donate [https://warriorrising.org/?form=donate] SPECIAL FORCES FOUNDATION Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/specialforcesfoundation_/ [https://www.instagram.com/specialforcesfoundation_/] Website: https://specialforcesfoundation.org/ [https://specialforcesfoundation.org/] Request Help: https://specialforcesfoundation.org/get-support/ [https://specialforcesfoundation.org/get-support/]       Security Halt Media https://www.securityhaltmedia.com/ [https://www.securityhaltmedia.com/] Instagram: @securityhalt [https://www.instagram.com/securityhalt/] X: @SecurityHalt [https://twitter.com/SecurityHalt] Tik Tok: @security.halt.pod [https://www.tiktok.com/@security.halt.pod] LinkedIn: Deny Caballero [https://www.linkedin.com/in/denycaballero/]       Looking for custom handmade items, military memorabilia, or laser engraving? Contact Eric Gilgenast. Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/haus_gilgenast_woodworks_main/ [https://www.instagram.com/haus_gilgenast_woodworks_main/] Support the show [https://www.buymeacoffee.com/sechaltpodcast] Produced by Security Halt Media

Jenny Kimbro & Ryan Shelton: How S.T.A.B.L.E. Mental Health Is Transforming Veteran PTSD Care | Security Halt! Podcast Ep. 453

Let us know what you think! [https://www.buzzsprout.com/1113407/fan_mail/new] See Brian Regan live November 19 in Salt Lake City | Members Only Join the Six Club for $6/month to get access and support veteran entrepreneurs. https://warriorrising.org/6cslc/    In Episode 453 of the Security Halt! Podcast, Deny Caballero sits down with psychiatric nurse practitioners Jenny and Ryan to discuss the future of veteran mental health care and why healing requires more than simply prescribing medication. Drawing on years of experience working with veterans, first responders, and individuals struggling with trauma, Jenny and Ryan explain how personalized treatment plans, nutrition, sleep optimization, neurofeedback, medication management, and innovative therapies can dramatically improve long-term outcomes.  They also discuss the importance of building trust with patients, understanding the root causes of mental health challenges, and empowering veterans to take ownership of their recovery. Whether you're a veteran, first responder, healthcare provider, or family member supporting someone through trauma, this episode offers practical insights into what comprehensive mental health care should look like.  About Jenny & Ryan Jenny and Ryan are psychiatric nurse practitioners and founders of Stable Mental Health, where they specialize in treating veterans, first responders, and individuals experiencing PTSD, anxiety, depression, traumatic brain injury, and other mental health challenges through evidence-based and holistic treatment approaches.  Listen now. Follow the show. Share this with the veteran or entrepreneur who needs to hear it.   Chapters: 00:00 Meet Jenny & Ryan: A New Approach to Veteran Mental Health 01:56 From Military Service to Psychiatric Care 04:54 Understanding Trauma Beyond the Diagnosis 10:06 PTSD, TBI, and Today's Biggest Challenges for Veterans 14:57 Holistic Mental Health: EXO Mind and Emerging Therapies 19:57 Medication Management and Safe Tapering Strategies 25:07 Sleep, Nutrition, and Hormone Health for Mental Wellness 29:48 Neurofeedback Success Stories and Brain Recovery 35:14 Why Personalized Treatment Plans Work Better 40:03 Expanding Veteran Care Through Telehealth 45:00 Building Trust Between Providers and Patients 49:59 How to Connect with Stable Mental Health   Sponsored by: Transcend Use my referral link to book a consultation for Peptide Therapy http://transcendcompany.com/DenyCaballero [http://transcendcompany.com/DenyCaballero] Pure Liberty Labs Use Code: SECURITY_HALT_10 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/purelibertylabs/ [https://www.instagram.com/purelibertylabs/] Website: https://purelibertylabs.com/ [https://purelibertylabs.com/] PRECISION WELLNESS GROUP  Use code: Security Halt Podcast 25  Website: https://www.precisionwellnessgroup.com/ [https://www.precisionwellnessgroup.com/] WARRIOR RISING Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wearewarriorrising/?hl=en [https://www.instagram.com/wearewarriorrising/?hl=en] Website: https://warriorrising.org/ [https://warriorrising.org/] Donate Today: https://warriorrising.org/?form=donate [https://warriorrising.org/?form=donate] SPECIAL FORCES FOUNDATION Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/specialforcesfoundation_/ [https://www.instagram.com/specialforcesfoundation_/] Website: https://specialforcesfoundation.org/ [https://specialforcesfoundation.org/] Request Help: https://specialforcesfoundation.org/get-support/ [https://specialforcesfoundation.org/get-support/]       Security Halt Media https://www.securityhaltmedia.com/ [https://www.securityhaltmedia.com/] Instagram: @securityhalt [https://www.instagram.com/securityhalt/] X: @SecurityHalt [https://twitter.com/SecurityHalt] Tik Tok: @security.halt.pod [https://www.tiktok.com/@security.halt.pod] LinkedIn: Deny Caballero [https://www.linkedin.com/in/denycaballero/] Support the show [https://www.buymeacoffee.com/sechaltpodcast] Produced by Security Halt Media

Seth Ewing on Operation Tabletop, Veteran Mental Health, and Fighting Isolation Through Community | Security Halt! Podcast Ep. 452

Let us know what you think! [https://www.buzzsprout.com/1113407/fan_mail/new] What if the answer to veteran isolation wasn't another program—but another person sitting across the table? In Episode 452 of the Security Halt! Podcast, Deny Caballero sits down with Army veteran and Operation Tabletop founder Seth Ewing to discuss how tabletop gaming is helping veterans reconnect, rebuild relationships, and rediscover purpose after military service. What began as Seth's personal response to grief after losing his brother has evolved into a rapidly growing nonprofit that's creating safe spaces where veterans, active-duty service members, first responders, and families come together through shared experiences and meaningful conversations. This isn't just about games. It's about combating loneliness, preventing veteran suicide, strengthening communities, and reminding people that healing often begins with simply showing up. If you're a veteran, first responder, military family member, or someone passionate about mental health, this conversation demonstrates why community remains one of the most effective forms of prevention. Chapters: 00:00 Meet Seth Ewing and the Mission of Operation Tabletop 01:56 How Operation Tabletop Is Growing Across Northwest Florida 04:02 From Military Service to Nonprofit Leadership 07:05 Losing His Brother and Finding a New Purpose 10:03 Veteran Isolation, Mental Health, and Suicide Prevention 14:58 Why Tabletop Gaming Builds Stronger Communities 20:01 Finding Purpose After Military Service 25:15 Vulnerability, Brotherhood, and Asking for Help 30:13 Growing a Grassroots Movement That Saves Lives 35:00 Leadership, Burnout, and Serving Others Sustainably 39:51 The Future of Operation Tabletop 44:53 How You Can Support the Mission Sponsored by: Transcend Use my referral link to book a consultation for Peptide Therapy http://transcendcompany.com/DenyCaballero [http://transcendcompany.com/DenyCaballero] Pure Liberty Labs Use Code: SECURITY_HALT_10 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/purelibertylabs/ [https://www.instagram.com/purelibertylabs/] Website: https://purelibertylabs.com/ [https://purelibertylabs.com/] PRECISION WELLNESS GROUP  Use code: Security Halt Podcast 25  Website: https://www.precisionwellnessgroup.com/ [https://www.precisionwellnessgroup.com/] WARRIOR RISING Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wearewarriorrising/?hl=en [https://www.instagram.com/wearewarriorrising/?hl=en] Website: https://warriorrising.org/ [https://warriorrising.org/] Donate Today: https://warriorrising.org/?form=donate [https://warriorrising.org/?form=donate] SPECIAL FORCES FOUNDATION Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/specialforcesfoundation_/ [https://www.instagram.com/specialforcesfoundation_/] Website: https://specialforcesfoundation.org/ [https://specialforcesfoundation.org/] Request Help: https://specialforcesfoundation.org/get-support/ [https://specialforcesfoundation.org/get-support/]     Security Halt Media https://www.securityhaltmedia.com/ [https://www.securityhaltmedia.com/] Instagram: @securityhalt [https://www.instagram.com/securityhalt/] X: @SecurityHalt [https://twitter.com/SecurityHalt] Support the show [https://www.buymeacoffee.com/sechaltpodcast] Produced by Security Halt Media

Mac Parkman Foundation: Protecting Brains, Saving Lives, and Changing the Future of Brain Health | Security Halt! Resource Monday

Let us know what you think! [https://www.buzzsprout.com/1113407/fan_mail/new] In this Resource Monday episode of the Security Halt! Podcast, Deny Caballero shines a spotlight on the Mac Parkman Foundation, a nonprofit leading the fight against repetitive brain trauma and invisible brain injuries affecting veterans, athletes, first responders, and countless families. Created in memory of Mac Parkman, the Foundation is transforming tragedy into action by raising awareness about repetitive head impacts, advancing brain health education, supporting research, and advocating for better prevention and treatment of traumatic brain injuries. Deny also discusses the Foundation's growing community initiatives—including the Brain Health Golf Open—which help fund programs dedicated to protecting brains and improving lives. If you're a parent, coach, veteran, service member, healthcare professional, or someone passionate about brain health, this episode explains why awareness and education are critical to preventing future brain injuries. Chapters:  00:00 Welcome Back & Why the Mac Parkman Foundation Matters 00:31 The Hidden Danger of Repetitive Brain Trauma 01:17 How Sports and Military Service Affect Brain Health 02:05 The Mac Parkman Foundation's Mission 03:08 From Awareness to Action: Building Real Solutions 04:08 Mac Parkman's Legacy and the Foundation's Impact 05:02 Brain Health Golf Open & How You Can Help 06:00 Join the Mission to Protect Future Generations Sponsored by: Transcend Use my referral link to book a consultation for Peptide Therapy http://transcendcompany.com/DenyCaballero [http://transcendcompany.com/DenyCaballero] Pure Liberty Labs Use Code: SECURITY_HALT_10 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/purelibertylabs/ [https://www.instagram.com/purelibertylabs/] Website: https://purelibertylabs.com/ [https://purelibertylabs.com/] PRECISION WELLNESS GROUP  Use code: Security Halt Podcast 25  Website: https://www.precisionwellnessgroup.com/ [https://www.precisionwellnessgroup.com/] SPECIAL FORCES FOUNDATION Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/specialforcesfoundation_/ [https://www.instagram.com/specialforcesfoundation_/] Website: https://specialforcesfoundation.org/ [https://specialforcesfoundation.org/] Request Help: https://specialforcesfoundation.org/get-support/ [https://specialforcesfoundation.org/get-support/]   Resources Mac Parkman Foundation  https://mpfact.org [https://mpfact.org] Task Force Dagger Foundation  https://taskforcedagger.org [https://taskforcedagger.org] Security Halt Media https://www.securityhaltmedia.com/ [https://www.securityhaltmedia.com/] Instagram: @securityhalt [https://www.instagram.com/securityhalt/] X: @SecurityHalt [https://twitter.com/SecurityHalt] Tik Tok: @security.halt.pod [https://www.tiktok.com/@security.halt.pod] LinkedIn: Deny Caballero [https://www.linkedin.com/in/denycaballero/]   Looking for custom handmade items, military memorabilia, or laser engraving? Contact Eric Gilgenast. Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/haus_gilgenast_woodworks_main/ [https://www.instagram.com/haus_gilgenast_woodworks_main/] Website: https://www.hausgilgenastwoodworks.com/ [https://www.hausgilgenastwoodworks.com/] SOF Heritage Designs Custom belt Buckles. Of the Regiment for the Regiment SOF-HD.Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sofhdesigns/ [https://www.instagram.com/sofhdesigns/] Support the show [https://www.buymeacoffee.com/sechaltpodcast] Produced by Security Halt Media

Carlos Contreras on Resilience, Faith, and Building Success After Becoming a Green Beret | Security Halt! Podcast Ep. 451

Let us know what you think! [https://www.buzzsprout.com/1113407/fan_mail/new] Security Halt’s Med Group - https://zcform.com/QA5Qs [https://zcform.com/QA5Qs] Click the link for a FREE consultation with My Med Team to see how we can help.    Success isn't an accident—it's built through discipline, consistency, and unwavering belief. In Episode 451 of the Security Halt! Podcast, host Deny Caballero sits down with Green Beret, entrepreneur, and leadership mentor Carlos Contreras to discuss one of the most inspiring journeys you'll hear. Born in Mexico and raised with humble beginnings, Carlos shares how determination, faith, and relentless hard work led him to become a U.S. Army Special Forces Green Beret before transitioning into entrepreneurship and leadership coaching. Throughout the conversation, Carlos explains why successful people don't rely on motivation—they build systems. He discusses overcoming criticism, embracing adversity, cultivating resilience, and creating a personal creed that keeps him focused regardless of life's challenges. Whether you're transitioning from the military, building a business, leading a team, or simply looking to become the best version of yourself, this episode is filled with practical wisdom that can help you reach your next level.   Chapters: 00:00 Meet Carlos Contreras: From Mexico to Green Beret 04:00 Humble Beginnings and the American Dream 09:57 Moving to the United States and Overcoming Adversity 19:59 Why Systems Beat Motivation Every Time 29:56 Transitioning From Special Forces to Entrepreneurship 40:06 Faith, Mental Discipline, and High Performance 49:56 Networking, Mentorship, and Building Your Circle 54:54 Creating a Personal Creed for Success 57:36 Final Advice for Leaders, Veterans, and Entrepreneurs   Sponsored by: Transcend Use my referral link to book a consultation for Peptide Therapy http://transcendcompany.com/DenyCaballero [http://transcendcompany.com/DenyCaballero] Pure Liberty Labs Use Code: SECURITY_HALT_10 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/purelibertylabs/ [https://www.instagram.com/purelibertylabs/] Website: https://purelibertylabs.com/ [https://purelibertylabs.com/] PRECISION WELLNESS GROUP  Use code: Security Halt Podcast 25  Website: https://www.precisionwellnessgroup.com/ [https://www.precisionwellnessgroup.com/] WARRIOR RISING Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wearewarriorrising/?hl=en [https://www.instagram.com/wearewarriorrising/?hl=en] Website: https://warriorrising.org/ [https://warriorrising.org/] Donate Today: https://warriorrising.org/?form=donate [https://warriorrising.org/?form=donate] SPECIAL FORCES FOUNDATION Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/specialforcesfoundation_/ [https://www.instagram.com/specialforcesfoundation_/] Website: https://specialforcesfoundation.org/ [https://specialforcesfoundation.org/] Request Help: https://specialforcesfoundation.org/get-support/ [https://specialforcesfoundation.org/get-support/]     Security Halt Media https://www.securityhaltmedia.com/ [https://www.securityhaltmedia.com/] Instagram: @securityhalt [https://www.instagram.com/securityhalt/] X: @SecurityHalt [https://twitter.com/SecurityHalt] Tik Tok: @security.halt.pod [https://www.tiktok.com/@security.halt.pod] LinkedIn: Deny Caballero [https://www.linkedin.com/in/denycaballero/]       Looking for custom handmade items, military memorabilia, or laser engraving? Contact Eric Gilgenast. Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/haus_gilgenast_woodworks_main/ [https://www.instagram.com/haus_gilgenast_woodworks_main/] Website: https://www.hausgilgenastwoodworks.com/ [https://www.hausgilgenastwoodworks.com/] SOF Heritage Designs Custom belt Buckles. Of the Regiment for the Regiment SOF-HD.Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sofhdesigns/ [https://www.instagram.com/sofhdesigns/]   Support the show [https://www.buymeacoffee.com/sechaltpodcast] Produced by Security Halt Media