EP77 * David Chokachi * The mindsets that saved me

EP77 * David Chokachi * The mindsets that saved me

Why do some people keep going when life gets hard while others quit? In this powerful follow-up conversation, Atlas Aultman sits down with actor, athlete, rescuer, and Baywatch legend David Chokachi to explore resilience, suffering, discipline, masculinity, service, purpose, fitness, and what it really takes to overcome life's darkest moments. David shares lessons from recovering from devastating injuries, battling depression, embracing the Finnish concept of “Sisu,” serving others through animal rescue, and developing the mindset that allows people to push through when everything inside them wants to quit. Topics include: Mental toughness Discipline vs motivation Sisu and resilience Fitness for life Service to others Masculinity and capability Depression recovery Building mental strength Baywatch stories Personal growth Early morning routines Leadership through adversity Why men need purpose How suffering creates strength   This episode is packed with practical wisdom for men looking to become stronger, more capable, and more resilient in every area of life. 📍 Recorded for Targeted Podcast in Hollywood, California by Slap Studios. If you enjoy conversations about leadership, self-improvement, masculinity, resilience, fitness, and purpose, subscribe and join the community. #TargetedPodcast #DavidChokachi #MentalToughness #Masculinity #SelfImprovement #Discipline #Resilience #MensMentalHealth #AtlasAultman #Purpose Transcript source / time stamps: 00:00 – The Chills Moment 00:06 - Introduction 00:34 – Depression & Personal Darkness 02:12 – Why Suffering Creates Growth 05:44 – The Difference Between Motivation & Discipline 07:55 – What Breaks Most People First? 08:30 – Why Modern Men Quit Too Soon 10:40 – Learning Through Adversity 12:20 – Childhood Lessons & Belonging 13:05 – The Finnish Concept of Sisu 14:18 – Family Heritage & Warrior Culture 15:50 – How Cold Exposure Builds Resilience 16:33 – Fitness Habits That Actually Matter 19:18 – Why Phones Are Killing Gym Performance 21:45 – Surfing, Yoga & Core Strength 25:00 – Rucking & Functional Fitness 27:25 – Fire Brigade Training & Service 28:18 – David Goggins, Discipline & Endurance 32:50 – Why Men Must Be Capable 33:03 – Service Before Self 33:17 - Viral Social Media content discussion 35:45 – Final Advice for Young Men 36:20 – Closing Thoughts LINKS: Wings of Rescue - https://www.wingsofrescue.org/ [https://www.wingsofrescue.org/] Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/therealdavidchokachi [https://www.instagram.com/therealdavidchokachi] Current Baywatch Teaser - https://deadline.com/2026/05/baywatch-teaser-fox-first-promo-rebooted-series-1236920194/ [https://deadline.com/2026/05/baywatch-teaser-fox-first-promo-rebooted-series-1236920194/] BE SURE TO CATCH THE NEW BAYWATCH on FOX. #DavidChokachi #Baywatch #TargetedPodcast #MentalHealth #Discipline #ColdPlunge #SelfImprovement #MensMentalHealth #AtlasAultman #resilience This episode has strong advertiser-friendly characteristics in: ✅ Mental health and recovery ✅ Fitness and wellness ✅ Personal development ✅ Celebrity recognition through Baywatch ✅ Men's self-improvement ✅ Inspirational storytelling   Those who took advantage of this offer these SPECIAL OFFERS: - FIGHT SCRUB: All-natural disinfectant & soap – 10% off with code FIGHTSCRUBATLAS at getfightscrub.com - BUCKED UP Supplements: 20% off with code ATLAS25 at buckedup.com - LEADERS-KIT.com: Leadership training, coaching, and seminars to elevate your team or business - Targeted MERCH: https://blackeaglecustoms.us/collections/targeted-podcast [https://blackeaglecustoms.us/collections/targeted-podcast] - SPONSOR THIS SHOW/GUEST APPLICATIONS: win@leaders-kit.com [win@leaders-kit.com]   Thank you for supporting TARGETED Podcast. Every watch/listen helps us grow, reach more champions, and bring you powerful life and mindset lessons from men who've won already. This isn't just another podcast; it's REAL-LIFE lessons for our growing community. Join us or be left out. No matter what your choices - aim for excellence and STAY ON TARGET.

EP 76 * David Chokachi * Suffering, Discipline & Mental Strength

What happens when a devastating injury strips away your identity? In this powerful episode of Targeted Podcast, Atlas Aultman sits down with actor, athlete, lifeguard, public servant and animal rescue advocate David Chokachi for a raw conversation about discipline, suffering, recovery, mental health, resilience, purpose, fitness, Baywatch, and rebuilding yourself after hitting rock bottom. David shares untold stories from the global phenomenon Baywatch, his work rescuing animals through Wings of Rescue, his devastating Achilles injury, and the depression that followed — before discovering a new mindset through cold plunges, discipline, sunrise routines, fitness, and “stacking micro wins.”   This episode dives deep into: Baywatch behind-the-scenes stories Mental health & depression recovery Discipline vs motivation Cold plunges & recovery Fitness & longevity Animal rescue missions Masculinity & resilience Building better habits Early morning routines Injury recovery Breathwork & nature Hollywood pressure Purpose after suffering If you’re a man trying to rebuild yourself, improve your mindset, develop discipline, overcome setbacks, or become mentally stronger, this conversation will hit hard. 📍 Recorded in Hollywood / West Hollywood Studio SUBSCRIBE to Targeted Podcast for conversations with elite performers, veterans, athletes, actors, entrepreneurs, and people who’ve overcome extreme adversity. LINKS: Wings of Rescue - https://www.wingsofrescue.org/ [https://www.wingsofrescue.org/] Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/therealdavidchokachi [https://www.instagram.com/therealdavidchokachi] Current Baywatch Teaser - https://deadline.com/2026/05/baywatch-teaser-fox-first-promo-rebooted-series-1236920194/ [https://deadline.com/2026/05/baywatch-teaser-fox-first-promo-rebooted-series-1236920194/]   BE SURE TO CATCH THE NEW BAYWATCH on FOX. #DavidChokachi #Baywatch #TargetedPodcast #MentalHealth #Discipline #ColdPlunge #SelfImprovement #MensMentalHealth #AtlasAultman #Resilience YOUTUBE CHAPTERS IF YOU'D LIKE TO WATCH 00:00 – Intro 00:21 – Meeting David Chokachi 01:28 – Rescue Missions & Saving Dogs 01:50 – Flying Rescue Missions Across America 02:08 – Animal Rescue During Natural Disasters 02:15 - What Wings of Rescue work is like 04:49 – Joining Wings of Rescue 08:23 – Returning to Baywatch 09:52 – Behind the Scenes of Baywatch 10:58 – The Most Watched Show in the World (Baywatch) 13:00 - What happens after the show 13:43 – Fitness, Discipline & Longevity 17:42 – Why Motivation Isn’t Enough 18:00 - Talking knots and tying knots and the survival benefits 19:07 - David Chokachi's injury and how he overcame it 19:35 – Stacking Micro Wins 21:02 – Learning Through Suffering 21:20 – Achilles Injury & Depression 22:35 - Talking to doctors about fixing his Achilles - 6 weeks of brutal rehab 23:35 - First time in deep depression mode 24:32 – Recovery Through Cold Plunges 24:52 – Building New Habits 25:15 – Nature, Sunrise & Mental Health 26:07 – Becoming Stronger Through Adversity 27:27 – Wounds into wisdom, a discussion in reality 27:57 - Final Thoughts & Outro   SPECIAL OFFERS & SPONSORS: - Atlas Aultman’s FREE Book: atlasaultman.com - FIGHT SCRUB: All-natural disinfectant & soap – 10% off with code FIGHTSCRUBATLAS at getfightscrub.com - BUCKED UP Supplements: 20% off with code ATLAS25 at buckedup.com - LEADERS-KIT.com: Leadership training, coaching, and seminars to elevate your team or business - Targeted MERCH: https://blackeaglecustoms.us/collections/targeted-podcast [https://blackeaglecustoms.us/collections/targeted-podcast] - SPONSOR THIS SHOW/GUEST APPLICATIONS: win@leaders-kit.com [win@leaders-kit.com]   Thank you for supporting TARGETED Podcast. Every watch/listen helps us grow, reach more champions, and bring you powerful life and mindset lessons from men who've won already. This isn't just another podcast, it's REAL-LIFE lessons for our growing community. Join us, or be left out. No matter what your choices - aim for excellence and STAY ON TARGET.

EP75 * Morgan Lerette * Truth about Modern Warfare, Brotherhood, and Surveillance

What was it REALLY like working as a contractor during the Iraq War? In this explosive episode of Targeted Podcast, Atlas Aultman sits down with Air Force veteran, former intelligence specialist, and former Blackwater contractor Morgan Lerette for an unfiltered conversation about intelligence operations, Iraq, Blackwater, surveillance technology, firearms training, military life, veteran struggles, storytelling, masculinity, and preserving war stories for future generations. Morgan shares firsthand experiences supporting missions, conducting sensitive location exploitation, surviving combat environments, working in intelligence, and what modern surveillance and AI are capable of today. This episode also dives deep into: Blackwater stories Iraq War experiences Military intelligence operations SIGINT & surveillance AI and privacy concerns Firearms training Tactical shooting Veteran life after war Brotherhood & legacy Why veterans should write books Marriage & masculinity Preserving military stories Combat mindset Warrior culture If you enjoy conversations about leadership, combat experience, military history, tactical culture, firearms, veteran success stories, and modern masculinity, this episode is for you. 📍Recorded in the World War Studio in Arizona SUBSCRIBE to Targeted Podcast — one of YouTube’s fastest-growing podcasts for men interested in leadership, military culture, self-improvement, strength, resilience, and real-world experience. #Blackwater #VeteranPodcast #TargetedPodcast #AtlasAultman #MilitaryPodcast #IraqWar #SpecialOperations #FirearmsTraining #Masculinity #CombatStories CHAPTERS 00:00 - Prelude 00:15 – Intro 00:40 – Former Blackwater Contractor Joins the Show 01:04 – Government Surveillance & AI Tracking 02:47 – Intelligence Operations Explained 03:49 – Site data exploitation in Iraq 04:13 – How throwing your phone into the ocean will kill all data on the device 04:37 – Privacy vs Modern Technology 04:53 – Lessons From Blackwater & Contracting 05:07 - "You don't have to blaze new trails" - Morgan Lerette 06:29 – Why Veterans Need Brotherhood "Get your war stories out of the way early" - Morgan Lerette - Chasing the Dragon 07:19 – Advice For Young Veterans 07:30 - "Start Writing" - Morgan Lerette / Why You Should Write Your Story Down 07:42 – Preserving Military History For Family 08:30 – World War II & Vietnam Reflections 11:31 – Gun Culture & Training 12:32 - Hard stance on not allowing crimes with 12:50 - What would you as a military contractor suggest (@glock) 14:38 – Tactical Shooting Advice 13:09– Gear Mistakes Most People Make 16:30 – The Importance of Real Training 19:20 – Marriage Advice After War 21:23 – Final Thoughts & Veteran Brotherhood 22:32 - Ginger Beard Flag presentation from Atlas Aultman 23:43 - Outro and offers   LINKS: Get his book: https://a.co/d/0blkaQkJ (Audio book read by Jay Moore) Linktr.ee@blackwaterdude1 [Linktr.ee@blackwaterdude1] All SOCIALS = @Blackwaterdude1   SPECIAL OFFERS & SPONSORS: - Atlas Aultman’s FREE Book: atlasaultman.com - FIGHT SCRUB: All-natural disinfectant & soap – 10% off with code FIGHTSCRUBATLAS at getfightscrub.com - BUCKED UP Supplements: 20% off with code ATLAS25 at buckedup.com - LEADERS-KIT.com: Leadership training, coaching, and seminars to elevate your team or business - Targeted MERCH: https://blackeaglecustoms.us/collections/targeted-podcast [https://blackeaglecustoms.us/collections/targeted-podcast] - SPONSOR THIS SHOW/GUEST APPLICATIONS: win@leaders-kit.com [win@leaders-kit.com]   Thank you for supporting TARGETED Podcast. Every watch/listen helps us grow, reach more champions, and bring you powerful life and mindset lessons from men who've won already. This isn't just another podcast, it's REAL-LIFE lessons for our growing community. Join us, or be left out. No matter what your choices - aim for excellence and STAY ON TARGET.

EP74 * Morgan Lerette * What really happens to men after combat

What really happens to men after combat? In this explosive episode of TARGETED Podcast, host Atlas Aultman sits down with a former Air Force Security Forces veteran, turned Blackwater contractor, turned Author to break down the realities of Iraq, combat adrenaline, military culture, Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), veteran suicide, purpose after service, and the dangerous world of private military contracting. This is not Hollywood. This is no-political view. This is the raw truth from men who lived it. The conversation dives deep into: Blackwater operations in Ira. Combat psychology & tunnel vision. Why veterans are hard on each other. PTSD myths vs reality. The Tim Kennedy controversy. Purpose after the military. Veteran suicide & mental health. Masculinity in modern society. Why society misunderstands warriors. Life after combat deployments.   If you’re interested in military stories, leadership, masculinity, self-improvement, veteran culture, special operations, combat psychology, or raw conversations about purpose and identity — this episode is for you.   Subscribe to TARGETED Podcast for conversations with military leaders, world champions, entrepreneurs, authors, and men who have overcome impossible odds. #TargetedPodcast #Blackwater #MilitaryPodcast #Veterans #PTSD #Combat #Masculinity #Leadership #AtlasAultman #IraqWar #SpecialOperations #SelfImprovement LINKS: Get Morgan's book: https://a.co/d/0blkaQkJ [https://a.co/d/0blkaQkJ] Linktr.ee@blackwaterdude1 [Linktr.ee@blackwaterdude1] All SOCIALS = @Blackwaterdude1 SPECIAL OFFERS & SPONSORS: - Atlas Aultman’s FREE Book: atlasaultman.com - FIGHT SCRUB: All-natural disinfectant & soap – 10% off with code FIGHTSCRUBATLAS at getfightscrub.com - BUCKED UP Supplements: 20% off with code ATLAS25 at buckedup.com - LEADERS-KIT.com: Leadership training, coaching, and seminars to elevate your team or business - Targeted MERCH: https://blackeaglecustoms.us/collections/targeted-podcast [https://blackeaglecustoms.us/collections/targeted-podcast] - SPONSOR THIS SHOW/GUEST APPLICATIONS: win@leaders-kit.com [win@leaders-kit.com] Thank you for supporting TARGETED Podcast. Every watch/listen helps us grow, reach more champions, and bring you powerful life and mindset lessons from men who've won already. This isn't just another podcast, it's REAL-LIFE lessons for our growing community. Join us, or be left out. No matter what your choices - aim for excellence and STAY ON TARGET.

EP 73 * Moran Lerette * The Truth About Mercenaries, War & Brotherhood (Raw Interview)

In this episode of Targeted Podcast, Atlas Aultman sits down with Morgan Lorett—Air Force veteran, Blackwater contractor, Army intelligence officer, and author of Guns, Girls, and Greed. This is not Hollywood, this time. This is the unfiltered reality of war, private military contracting, and the mindset required to survive it filmed in World War Studio, Arizona. If you’re a man 25–39 chasing purpose, strength, and clarity—this episode hits hard. We break down: What it’s actually like joining Blackwater with zero preparation Flying into Baghdad under real threat (combat landings, no brief) The truth about Route Irish and life in Iraq First encounters with death—and how it changes you forever The reality of money, greed, and chasing opportunity in war zones Brotherhood, dark humor, and surviving extreme environments The transition home—and why it’s harder than deployment Alcohol, recovery, and rebuilding discipline Morgan shares: How he went from Air Force to Blackwater contractor overnight Why most people misunderstand private military contractors What happens when your identity becomes “the mission” Why writing his book was necessary to tell the real story This episode is for men who: Respect warriors, operators, and high-risk professions Want truth—not filtered narratives Are building mental toughness and discipline   ⏱️ CHAPTERS 00:00 – Inside Blackwater (No Brief, No Rules) 01:30 – First Flight Into Baghdad (Combat Landing) 5:45 – Route Irish: The Most Dangerous Road 7:20 – How He Got Recruited Into Blackwater 13:10 – War Reality vs Hollywood 16:40 – First Experience With Death 18:00 – Mental Impact of Combat 21:15 – Alcohol, Discipline & Recovery 23:20 – Why He Wrote Guns, Girls, and Greed 26:10 – The Truth About Mercenaries 27:30 – War, Brotherhood & Humor 28:00 – Transitioning Back to Normal Life   🔑 KEYWORDS: blackwater contractor blackwater Iraq private military contractor war stories podcast Iraq war experience combat mindset veteran podcast military transition mental toughness men special operations mindset war documentary podcast guns girls and greed Morgan Lorette interview targeted podcast Atlas Aultman.   LINKS: Get his book: https://a.co/d/0ecJ5G4P [https://a.co/d/0ecJ5G4P] Linktr.ee@blackwaterdude1 [Linktr.ee@blackwaterdude1] All SOCIALS HANDLE @Blackwaterdude1   SPECIAL OFFERS & SPONSORS: - Atlas Aultman’s FREE Book: atlasaultman.com - FIGHT SCRUB: All-natural disinfectant & soap – 10% off with code FIGHTSCRUBATLAS at getfightscrub.com - BUCKED UP Supplements: 20% off with code ATLAS25 at buckedup.com - - LEADERS-KIT.com: Leadership training, coaching, and seminars to elevate your team or business - Targeted MERCH: https://blackeaglecustoms.us/collections/targeted-podcast [https://blackeaglecustoms.us/collections/targeted-podcast] - SPONSOR THIS SHOW/GUEST APPLICATIONS: email win@leaders-kit.com [win@leaders-kit.com]   Thank you for supporting TARGETED Podcast. Every watch/listen helps us grow, reach more champions, and bring you powerful life and mindset lessons from men who've won already. This isn't just another podcast, it's REAL-LIFE lessons for our growing community. Join us, or be left out. No matter what your choices - aim for excellence and STAY ON TARGET.