Ghosts and Grit With Jack Osbourne

Jack sits down with former Ranger and Delta Force operator Brad Thomas for a deep dive into his military career, surviving Black Hawk Down, and his musical life after service. Brad Thomas, founding member and lead guitarist for the modern grunge band ‘Silence & Light’ - 12 year Army Special Mission Unit member - 8 year Airborne Ranger in the 75th Ranger Regiment - featured in the new Netflix documentary ‘Surviving Blackhawk Down’ -    -------------///////////////-------------     Let the experts at Tax Network USA handle tax season  CALL 1-800-958-1000 or visit TNUSA.com/GHOSTS [http://TNUSA.com/GHOSTS]  -------------///////////////-------------     CHAPTER CODES:  00:00 - Introduction 05:00 - Black Hawk Down Documentary & Behind-the-Scenes Stories 12:00 - How Brad Ended Up in the Military 18:00 - Training, Selection & The Reality of Special Operations 22:00 - Mission Profiles & Preparing for Mogadishu 30:00 - Surviving Mogadishu & The Chaos of the Battle 42:00 - Tax Network Ad 43:00 - The Cost of War & Transitioning Back to Civilian Life 50:00 - Stolen Valor & The Internet Veteran Culture 58:00 - What People Get Wrong About Special Operations 1:07:00 - Life After the Military & Finding a New Purpose 1:19:00 - Brad’s Old-School Music Taste & Rock Influences 1:25:00 - Final Thoughts & Outro     -------------///////////////-------------     The ranch journey’s just starting! Follow Jack and Aree as they continue to explore the highs and lows of life at Welders Ranch.   You can find Jack at Osbourne Media House: https://osbournemediahouse.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jackosbourne/ Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@ghostsandgrit Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/JackOsbourneOfficial  Twitter: https://twitter.com/JackOsbourne    You can find Aree at Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/areeosbourne/?hl=en Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@areeosbourne   Credits:  Cinematographer and Producer: Jack Ganey

Try VIIA! https://viia.co/GHOSTS and use code GHOSTS !     -------------///////////////-------------     CHAPTER CODES:  00:00 - Introduction 06:00 - Josh on Directing & Acting at the Same Time 12:30 - The LA Preschool Madness 17:00 - Acting Workshops & Staying Sharp 24:00 - VIIA Ad 25:00 - Balancing Family & Career 30:00 - Josh on His Biggest Failures & Lessons Learned 40:00 - Josh’s New Medical Wellness Company 47:00 - Fire & Ice Therapy, Health Hacks & Longevity 49:00 - Closing Thoughts & Outro     -------------///////////////-------------     Jack sits down with actor Josh Duhamel for a wide-ranging conversation about his career, directing his latest film, and life outside of Hollywood. They dive into wild conspiracy theories, the challenges of directing and acting at the same time, and the madness of the LA preschool scene. Josh also opens up about fatherhood, aging, and his new medical venture, Gatlin, which is focused on men’s health, longevity, and TRT. Plus, they share stories about getting out of LA and why spending time in the wilderness might be the best thing for the soul.   -------------///////////////-------------     The ranch journey’s just starting! Follow Jack and Aree as they continue to explore the highs and lows of life at Welders Ranch.   You can find Jack at Osbourne Media House: https://osbournemediahouse.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jackosbourne/ Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@ghostsandgrit Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/JackOsbourneOfficial  Twitter: https://twitter.com/JackOsbourne    You can find Aree at Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/areeosbourne/?hl=en Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@areeosbourne   Credits:  Cinematographer and Producer: Jack Ganey

Get Harry’s. Get started with a $13 dollar trial set for just $3 bucks at harrys.com/JACK      -------------///////////////-------------     CHAPTER CODES:  00:00 - Introduction 06:00 - Search and Rescue Realities 12:30 - Responding to Wildfires 17:00 - Bad Comms & Looting During Disasters 25:00 - High-Risk Rescues & Close Calls 31:00 - The Best & Worst Rescues 40:00 - Harry’s Ad 41:00 - Becoming a Reserve Officer 45:00 - The Standards Jack Didn’t Meet 50:00 - Patreon Ad 51:00 - International Rescue Missions 57:30 - The Future of Search and Rescue 1:06:00 - Final Thoughts & Wrap-Up 1:08:00 - Outro   -------------///////////////-------------     Jack sits down with Mike Leum, a longtime friend and one of the most experienced search and rescue professionals in LA County. They dive into Mike’s 30-year career in emergency response, from intense fire rescues and high-stakes recoveries to international missions in Turkey and North Carolina. He shares wild stories, the emotional toll of the job, and what drives him to keep going. This is a must-listen for anyone fascinated by real-life rescue operations and the unseen heroes behind them.   -------------///////////////-------------     The ranch journey’s just starting! Follow Jack and Aree as they continue to explore the highs and lows of life at Welders Ranch.   You can find Jack at Osbourne Media House: https://osbournemediahouse.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jackosbourne/ Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@ghostsandgrit Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/JackOsbourneOfficial  Twitter: https://twitter.com/JackOsbourne    You can find Aree at Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/areeosbourne/?hl=en Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@areeosbourne   Credits:  Cinematographer and Producer: Jack Ganey

Check out Unbound Merino and Use Code "Idaho" for 10% off.   -------------///////////////-------------     CHAPTER CODES:  00:00 - Intro 03:30 - The State of TV and Clip Culture 08:15 - Conspiracies vs. Reality: What’s Really Happening? 13:40 - Election, Inauguration, and Political Speculation 20:10 - Hollywood, Free Speech, and the Changing Media Landscape 26:50 - Social Media Censorship and Control of Information 34:00 - Weaponized Drones and Future War Tech 42:30 - FYP page reset 50:00 - Submlinal Message and Xmas and Distractions 58:00- Unbound Merino 01:01:00 - Super Bowl Conspiracies and Predictive Programming 01:09:30 - AI, Quantum Computing, and the Future of Humanity 01:17:50 - Secret Societies and Who Really Controls the World 01:26:40 - Dune and Spirituality 01:34:10 - The Future Being Predicted/ Simulation  01:41:50 - Population Control and Theories on the Global Agenda 01:50:20 - The Future of Independent Media and Thought Control 01:57:40 - Society and Thinking, Alternate History 02:05:30 - Final Thoughts on the Future and What Comes Next   -------------///////////////-------------     Jack sits down with Jamie Kennedy for a wild conversation about conspiracy theories, politics, Hollywood, and the rise of AI. They dive into the truth behind media narratives, the power of independent news, and why humor might be the key to cutting through the noise. Plus, wild takes on drones, secret societies, and the future of humanity. Buckle up—this one goes deep!   -------------///////////////-------------     The ranch journey’s just starting! Follow Jack and Aree as they continue to explore the highs and lows of life at Welders Ranch.   You can find Jack at Osbourne Media House: https://osbournemediahouse.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jackosbourne/ Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@ghostsandgrit Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/JackOsbourneOfficial  Twitter: https://twitter.com/JackOsbourne    You can find Aree at Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/areeosbourne/?hl=en Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@areeosbourne   Credits:  Cinematographer and Producer: Jack Ganey

https://www.gofundme.com/f/rebuild-lives-aid-for-crossfit-la-families?modal=donations&tab=all   Go to https://www.cookunity.com/IDAHO for 50% off your first week. Thanks to CookUnity for supporting the show!   Start the New Year off right with an upgraded wardrobe. Save on @trueclassic at trueclassic.com/IDAHO! #trueclassicpod. #sponsored   -------------///////////////-------------     CHAPTER CODES:  00:00 - Intro 01:20 - Impact of the Wildfires 06:50 - Causes and Conditions 12:15 - Personal Connection to the Palisades 17:30 - Dr. StemCell 19:45 - Leadership Failures 23:30 - True Classic Shirts 25:27 - Cook Unity 26:00 - Insurance Problems 32:00 - Leadership Issues 36:50 - Harry’s Razors 38:02 -  Draft Kings 39:52 - Goats? 44:30 - Viral Moment: News Anchor Critique 47:20 - Closing Thoughts   -------------///////////////-------------   Jack shares a personal and heartfelt update on the devastating wildfires in Los Angeles, reflecting on the destruction, the resilience of the community, and the systemic challenges that contributed to the disaster. From his own experiences and connections to the affected areas to thoughts on leadership, preparedness, and the future of the city, this episode dives deep into the human and environmental impact of the fires. A raw and candid look at a community in crisis.   -------------///////////////-------------     The ranch journey’s just starting! Follow Jack and Aree as they continue to explore the highs and lows of life at Welders Ranch.   You can find Jack at Osbourne Media House: https://osbournemediahouse.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jackosbourne/ Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@ghostsandgrit Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/JackOsbourneOfficial  Twitter: https://twitter.com/JackOsbourne    You can find Aree at Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/areeosbourne/?hl=en Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@areeosbourne   Credits:  Cinematographer and Producer: Jack Ganey