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From Ranger to RRC Icon: Leadership, Faith & Identity with Mike Edwards

Let us know what you think! Text us! [https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/1113407/open_sms]  SPONSORED BY: PURE LIBERTY LABS, PRECISION WELLNESS GROUP, and THE SPECIAL FORCES FOUNDATION  In this episode of Security Halt!, Deny Caballero talks with Mike Edwards about his journey from elite infantry and reconnaissance roles to leadership and spiritual growth. They discuss the operational challenges of Afghanistan, the importance of cultural understanding, and the transition from combat-focused missions to mentorship. Mike also shares how faith, prayer, and community helped him navigate identity shifts after service. This conversation highlights the deep connection between military excellence, personal purpose, and spiritual grounding.  🎧 Listen now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and YouTube  📲 Like, share, follow, and subscribe to support the mission and spread awareness  Chapters 00:00 The Elite Infantry Experience 02:52 Journey to the Reconnaissance Company 06:04 Operational Challenges in Afghanistan 08:45 Navigating Checkpoints and Local Dynamics 11:54 Transitioning to Mortar Platoon Leadership 15:02 Innovating in the Mortar Platoon 17:59 The Importance of Leadership and Adaptability 20:57 Cross-Unit Collaboration and Cultural Exchange 23:58 The Path to Freefall School 26:32 Curriculum Development and Instructional Leadership 35:06 The Impact of Mentorship in Free Fall Training 39:55 Transitioning from Military to Civilian Life 43:27 The Journey of Faith and Personal Growth 50:10 The Importance of Spirituality in Leadership 55:35 Normalizing Faith in the Military Community   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 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/precisionwellnessgroup/ [https://www.instagram.com/precisionwellnessgroup/] 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/]  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/]   Connect with Mike Today! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rrcmikeedwards/?hl=en [https://www.instagram.com/rrcmikeedwards/?hl=en]  Hand crafted, custom work, military memorabilia or need something laser engraved? Connect with my good friend 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 Regimen Support the show [https://www.buymeacoffee.com/sechaltpodcast] Produced by Security Halt Media

Military Culture & the Future of Warfare with 18 Good Guy

Let us know what you think! Text us! [https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/1113407/open_sms] SPONSORED BY: PURE LIBERTY LABS, PRECISION WELLNESS GROUP, and THE SPECIAL FORCES FOUNDATION   In this episode of Security Halt!, Deny Caballero sits down with 18 Good Guy to unpack the realities of parenthood, military life, and the evolving landscape of modern warfare. They explore the importance of pursuing excellence in every military role, building trust between conventional and unconventional forces, and supporting veterans during times of uncertainty like government shutdowns. The conversation also dives into language skills, technology’s growing impact on warfare, the rise of military influencers in recruitment, and the personal growth that comes from embracing challenges and failure.   🎧 Listen now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and YouTube  📲 Like, share, follow, and subscribe to support the mission and spread awareness   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 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/precisionwellnessgroup/ [https://www.instagram.com/precisionwellnessgroup/] 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/]  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/]  Hand crafted, custom work, military memorabilia or need something laser engraved? Connect with my good friend 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

Leadership, Innovation & Cultural Truths with Nick Umble

Let us know what you think! Text us! [https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/1113407/open_sms] SPONSORED BY: PURE LIBERTY LABS, PRECISION WELLNESS GROUP, and THE SPECIAL FORCES FOUNDATION   In this episode of Security Halt!, Deny Caballero sits down with Green Beret Nick Umble to explore the intersection of military service, innovation, leadership, and global complexity. Their conversation spans empowering the next generation of service members, the critical role instructors play in shaping culture, and the realities of transitioning from the military into academia and civilian life. Nick also breaks down the complexities of drug trafficking, cartel operations, and why understanding culture and leadership is essential to solving global problems. This episode challenges conventional thinking and highlights why adaptive leadership and real-world experience matter more than ever.  🎧 Listen now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and YouTube  📲 Like, share, follow, and subscribe to support the mission and spread awareness   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 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/precisionwellnessgroup/ [https://www.instagram.com/precisionwellnessgroup/] 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/]   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/]   Follow Nick and check out his show Today! LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nick-umble-332a06167/ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/nick-umble-332a06167/] Website: https://sentinelstrength.net/ [https://sentinelstrength.net/] Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/sentinel-strength/id1746766060 [https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/sentinel-strength/id1746766060]     Hand crafted, custom work, military memorabilia or need something laser engraved? Connect with my good friend 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

From Sniper to Entrepreneur: Resilience, Psychedelics & Building Nomadic Research

Let us know what you think! Text us! [https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/1113407/open_sms]   SPONSORED BY: TITAN SARMS, PRECISION WELLNESS GROUP, and THE SPECIAL FORCES FOUNDATION In this episode of Security Halt!, Deny Caballero sits down with Dagan “Hoot” VanOosten to discuss his journey from military service to entrepreneurship and the creation of Nomadic Research. They explore the challenges of transitioning out of the military, the role of mental health and psychedelics in personal growth, and the importance of resilience, training, and community support. Hoot shares how purpose-driven innovation and serving veterans and first responders drive his work today. TITAN SARMS Use code: CDENNY10 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/titan_performance_llc/ [https://www.instagram.com/titan_performance_llc/] Website: https://www.titansarms.com [https://www.titansarms.com]      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 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/precisionwellnessgroup/ [https://www.instagram.com/precisionwellnessgroup/] 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/]   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/]   Follow Dagan and check out his show Today! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/realhubb_mccann/?hl=en [https://www.instagram.com/realhubb_mccann/?hl=en] Website: https://nomadicresearch.com/ [https://nomadicresearch.com/] Website: https://ten22fifty.com/ [https://ten22fifty.com/] Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/1x4pZ9Ro8QkProvb8I1H9v?si=fc5d91fbb4384bf5 [https://open.spotify.com/show/1x4pZ9Ro8QkProvb8I1H9v?si=fc5d91fbb4384bf5]   Hand crafted, custom work, military memorabilia or need something laser engraved? Connect with my good friend 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

Self-Care, Resilience & Healing: A Doctor’s Journey Beyond Traditional Medicine

Let us know what you think! Text us! [https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/1113407/open_sms] SPONSORED BY: TITAN SARMS, PRECISION WELLNESS GROUP, and THE SPECIAL FORCES FOUNDATION In this episode of Security Halt!, host Deny Caballero sits down with Mike, an emergency physician, outdoorsman, and advocate for alternative mental health treatments. Together, they explore the importance of self-care, resilience, and the grounding power of the outdoor life—from hunting traditions and fatherhood moments to reconnecting with nature as a form of therapy. Mike discusses the challenges of medical education, the realities of emergency medicine, and the damaging stigma around mental health within the healthcare system. The conversation also dives into psychedelic therapy, the limitations of traditional medicine, the influence of Big Pharma, and the need for community support—especially for veterans navigating trauma and recovery. This episode highlights the empowerment that comes from knowledge, advocacy, and a willingness to embrace new paths to healing.  🎧 Listen now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and YouTube  📲 Like, share, follow, and subscribe to support the mission and spread awareness   TITAN SARMS Use code: CDENNY10 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/titan_performance_llc/ [https://www.instagram.com/titan_performance_llc/] Website: https://www.titansarms.com [https://www.titansarms.com]  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 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/precisionwellnessgroup/ [https://www.instagram.com/precisionwellnessgroup/] 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/]  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/]  Follow Dr. Gerst and Prep em Wild Today! LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-c-gerst-do-facep-3002038a/ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-c-gerst-do-facep-3002038a/] Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mike_gerst35/?hl=en [https://www.instagram.com/mike_gerst35/?hl=en] Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/prepem_wild/ [https://www.instagram.com/prepem_wild/] Website: https://prepemwild.com/ [https://prepemwild.com/pages/meet-the-docs?srsltid=AfmBOoonBFkkFnOvdyFK6NTTl8FYKXEOcOoRQKU34du2QUaxFWkIJSKL]  Support the show [https://www.buymeacoffee.com/sechaltpodcast] Produced by Security Halt Media