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Today, I sit down for a somber but necessary conversation with Joshua Daniel, a retired Green Beret and the founder of Counter Culture Solutions and the Hero Games Charity. Mr. Daniel spent nearly 21 years in Army Special Operations, first with the 75th Ranger Regiment and then with the Green Berets.
We open this episode discussing his upbringing in rural Bedford, Virginia where he was raised in a single-parent home marked by hardship, resilience, and unwavering love. Mr. Daniel shares how his early exposure to instability shaped his character, and how joining the military was never about finances—it was about becoming the hero he always felt called to be.
We dig into his deployment experiences, including an intense first-person account of a life-or-death moment in Afghanistan during a mission to neutralize a high-value target. Mr. Daniel walks us through the critical seconds that could’ve ended his life, how a suicide vest malfunction changed everything, and the emotional aftermath of surviving such moments. His global perspective on war, humanity, and empathy is grounded, deeply spiritual, and refreshingly nuanced. Despite fighting extremists, Mr. Daniel emphasizes his belief in human dignity—even when faced with those who would never offer it in return. His reflection on honor, sacrifice, and staying emotionally connected despite repeated trauma is chilling and a grounded wakeup-call.
We also explore Mr. Daniel’s incredible post-military mission. He explains how the Hero Games Charity was created to honor fallen Special Operations warriors and support their Gold Star families with immersive, life-giving memorial events. We also dive into Counter Culture Solutions, a coaching and mentoring platform that offers treks, leadership development, purpose retreats, and holistic wellness rooted in military wisdom and spiritual accountability. Mr. Daniel’s commitment to humility, discipline, and human connection is a powerful reminder that heroism doesn’t end on the battlefield—it continues in how we live, lead, and serve.
https://www.counterculturesolutions.com/
https://herogamescharity.com/
https://youtu.be/JykMn5uo9W0?feature=shared
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*Couple O' Nukes LLC and Mr. Whiskey are not licensed medical entities, nor do they take responsibility for any advice or information put forth by guests. Take all advice at your own risk.
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Today, I sit down for a somber but necessary conversation with Joshua Daniel, a retired Green Beret and the founder of Counter Culture Solutions and the Hero Games Charity. Mr. Daniel spent nearly 21 years in Army Special Operations, first with the 75th Ranger Regiment and then with the Green Berets.
We open this episode discussing his upbringing in rural Bedford, Virginia where he was raised in a single-parent home marked by hardship, resilience, and unwavering love. Mr. Daniel shares how his early exposure to instability shaped his character, and how joining the military was never about finances—it was about becoming the hero he always felt called to be.
We dig into his deployment experiences, including an intense first-person account of a life-or-death moment in Afghanistan during a mission to neutralize a high-value target. Mr. Daniel walks us through the critical seconds that could’ve ended his life, how a suicide vest malfunction changed everything, and the emotional aftermath of surviving such moments. His global perspective on war, humanity, and empathy is grounded, deeply spiritual, and refreshingly nuanced. Despite fighting extremists, Mr. Daniel emphasizes his belief in human dignity—even when faced with those who would never offer it in return. His reflection on honor, sacrifice, and staying emotionally connected despite repeated trauma is chilling and a grounded wakeup-call.
We also explore Mr. Daniel’s incredible post-military mission. He explains how the Hero Games Charity was created to honor fallen Special Operations warriors and support their Gold Star families with immersive, life-giving memorial events. We also dive into Counter Culture Solutions, a coaching and mentoring platform that offers treks, leadership development, purpose retreats, and holistic wellness rooted in military wisdom and spiritual accountability. Mr. Daniel’s commitment to humility, discipline, and human connection is a powerful reminder that heroism doesn’t end on the battlefield—it continues in how we live, lead, and serve.
https://www.counterculturesolutions.com/
https://herogamescharity.com/
https://youtu.be/JykMn5uo9W0?feature=shared
Website: https://coupleonukes.com
Exodus, Honor Your Heart, & Thrive Alcohol Recovery: https://www.coupleonukes.com/affiliates/
Want to be a guest on Couple O' Nukes? Send me a message on PodMatch: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/1726279485588093e83e0e007
Sign Up For A PodMatch Account: https://www.joinpodmatch.com/coupleonukes
*Couple O' Nukes LLC and Mr. Whiskey are not licensed medical entities, nor do they take responsibility for any advice or information put forth by guests. Take all advice at your own risk.