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Finding Courage in the Face of Cancer: Dave Bauman’s Message to the World
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On the Buckle Up Podcast, Dave Bauman, Marine veteran and beloved mentor, opened his heart to share one of the most powerful testimonies we’ve heard—his journey through cancer, and how he’s chosen to face it.
Rather than drown in fear or ask “why me,” Dave chose to live with childlike courage—waking up each day with wonder, peace, and purpose.
“I live like a child,” he said. “I don’t think about tomorrow. I don’t worry about next week. I just live for the day I’ve been given.”
In the military, Dave was trained to endure hardship and stand firm under fire. But in his battle with cancer, he discovered a new kind of strength—the power of gratitude, simplicity, and presence.
His message?
Encouragement for anyone fighting illness, pain, or uncertainty:
- Focus on the now.
- Be present with your loved ones.
- Find the small joys.
- You are not alone.
This wasn’t just a conversation. It was a reminder that life isn’t promised, but courage is always a choice.
We are honored to have Dave as part of our Buckle Up family—a warrior, a guide, and a light for so many.
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On the Buckle Up Podcast, Dave Bauman, Marine veteran and beloved mentor, opened his heart to share one of the most powerful testimonies we’ve heard—his journey through cancer, and how he’s chosen to face it.
Rather than drown in fear or ask “why me,” Dave chose to live with childlike courage—waking up each day with wonder, peace, and purpose.
“I live like a child,” he said. “I don’t think about tomorrow. I don’t worry about next week. I just live for the day I’ve been given.”
In the military, Dave was trained to endure hardship and stand firm under fire. But in his battle with cancer, he discovered a new kind of strength—the power of gratitude, simplicity, and presence.
His message?
Encouragement for anyone fighting illness, pain, or uncertainty:
- Focus on the now.
- Be present with your loved ones.
- Find the small joys.
- You are not alone.
This wasn’t just a conversation. It was a reminder that life isn’t promised, but courage is always a choice.
We are honored to have Dave as part of our Buckle Up family—a warrior, a guide, and a light for so many.
6.3 Million Views Social media platforms
Instagram: @Brandonrushh (500k FOLLOWING)
Instagram: @buckleuppodcast , @buckleuppodcastuniverse
IMDB: https://www.imdb.com/name/nm3614628/?ref_=nv_sr_srsg_0
Demo Reel
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xMkCCem3X7o&t=4s
BLUE BLOODS OFFICER DENOON RECURRING 3 SEASON
https://youtu.be/QhWcwcez-1c
FBI airdate 2/4/2025
https://youtu.be/5qnt0WZqpKo?si=rLHCg-hoxdCOgmTX
https://youtu.be/xyNI1qSl-hg
Power Book II: Ghost
https://youtu.be/ibj55jnjU88?si=KmVzu5LtGLXRdT90
BETTY WHITE STRIPPER BRANDON RUSH
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jHx9cwJXOn0
Criminal Minds
https://youtu.be/xfyEMUS-laE?si=ZUlgvGJmJRY0D7be
BLUE BLOODS RECURRING SEASON 10 Season 11 Still
https://youtu.be/dGkABX2fwcg
Additional Reel 2021
https://youtu.be/e3jm39cjN14
Recent Criminal Minds recur
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6JPNN23bS6c
https://youtu.be/bOTRP0y2aus
BLUE BLOODS RECUR- REEL
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https://youtu.be/NKaUKnnDEEo
Ozark Season 4 Recurring
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STUNTS
STUNTS
https://youtu.be/en0KH1nBz8M
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VGdeXnEyQbo
Support the show
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