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From SEAL Ambition to Entrepreneur: The Ben Wallick Story

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 Ben Wallick to unpack his journey from aspiring Navy SEAL to entrepreneur and founder of Vanilla Gorilla Security. Ben reflects on how Hollywood shaped his early motivations, the realities of BUD/S and SEAL life, and the importance of authentic storytelling within the military community. They discuss the challenges of transitioning into civilian life, the role of family in shaping careers, and how physical fitness, discipline, and tactical expertise helped Ben build a successful business in the training and contracting world. This episode is a mix of humor, honesty, and hard-earned wisdom from a life lived at full throttle.   🎧 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 Ben and Vanilla Gorilla Security Today! Website: https://vanillagorillasecurity.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vanillagorillasecurity/ [https://www.instagram.com/vanillagorillasecurity/]   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

The Human Side of Heroes: A Navy SEAL’s Journey Through Grit, Addiction & Recovery

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, Deny Caballero sits down with former Navy SEAL Zack Ferguson for a raw, vulnerable look at the realities behind the Trident. Zack shares his journey through BUD/S, the grit required to push through adversity, and the hidden struggles that followed—addiction, family challenges, identity loss, and the difficulty of transitioning out of the Teams. Together, they break down the importance of community, asking for help, and finding purpose after service. This conversation is a powerful reminder that even elite warriors are human—and healing starts with connection.   🎧 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 Zack Today! Website: https://www.defensestrategies.us/ [https://www.defensestrategies.us/] Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/zackkferg/ [https://www.instagram.com/zackkferg/] Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Zackkferg/# [https://www.facebook.com/Zackkferg/#] YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@zackkferg [https://www.youtube.com/@zackkferg] 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

Inside the Special Forces Foundation’s Green Beret QRF: Fighting Isolation & Preventing Suicide

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, Deny Caballero sits down with Cody Halfpop to break down the realities of veteran mental health, the power of community, and why vulnerability saves lives. Through raw personal stories, Deny and Cody highlight how isolation fuels crisis, how humor helps break through the darkness, and why the Special Forces Foundation’s QRF initiative is critical for preventing suicide in the veteran community. This conversation is a direct call to action: check on your people, build non-negotiables for self-care, and remember that reaching out is strength.  🎧 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 Cody Today and The SFF Today! Website: https://specialforcesfoundation.org/ [https://specialforcesfoundation.org/] LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/codyhalfpop/ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/codyhalfpop/] LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/specialforcesfoundation/ [https://www.linkedin.com/company/specialforcesfoundation/?viewAsMember=true] Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/specialforcesfoundation_/ [https://www.instagram.com/specialforcesfoundation_/]  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

Blast Buddy: Fighting the Hidden Damage of War

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!, Navy clearance diver Daniel Pace shares his journey from a turbulent upbringing to developing Blast Buddy, a revolutionary tool tracking blast exposure in real time. He opens up about the overlooked mental health effects of blast exposure, why smarter training and data are essential, and how shifting military culture can save lives. This conversation dives deep into the science, innovation, and mindset behind protecting those who serve.   🎧 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]     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/]   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/] 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 Daniel Today! Website: https://invictaprospectsgroup.com/ [https://invictaprospectsgroup.com/] LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/daniel-p-136954111/ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/daniel-p-136954111/] Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/danielpace.official/ [https://www.instagram.com/danielpace.official/] Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/blastbuddy.ai/ [https://www.instagram.com/blastbuddy.ai/]   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

Kyle Steiner: From Restrepo To Renewal

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 the Security Halt! Podcast, Kyle Steiner joins Deny Caballero for a heartfelt discussion on the realities of military service, transition, and identity. They explore the chaos of post-service logistics, the role of mentorship in shaping young leaders, and the value of conventional forces in combat. From fatherhood and community to leadership and legacy, this conversation underscores the importance of storytelling, human connection, and embracing life beyond the battlefield.  🎧 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]  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 Kyle Today! LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/realkylesteiner/ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/realkylesteiner/] Website: https://operatedifferent.com/ [https://operatedifferent.com/] Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/realkylesteiner/?hl=en [https://www.instagram.com/realkylesteiner/?hl=en] Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/real.kyle.steiner [https://www.facebook.com/real.kyle.steiner]    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/]  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/] Support the show [https://www.buymeacoffee.com/sechaltpodcast] Produced by Security Halt Media