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What drives an American military veteran to leave his life behind and volunteer to fight in Ukraine, and what happens when the reality of war is nothing like he expected?

In Episode 479 (Part 1) of the Security Halt! Podcast, host Deny Caballero sits down with Benjamin Reed, a U.S. Army military police veteran and former private contractor, to discuss his journey from military service to volunteering in the Russia-Ukraine war.

Benjamin recounts how his experiences in Eastern Europe, knowledge of German and Russian, and firsthand observations of the 2020 Belarus protests shaped his understanding of the region. Following personal struggles and Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine, he traveled to Kyiv searching for a way to contribute.

What followed was an unpredictable journey through humanitarian organizations, foreign volunteer units, frontline combat, and drone operations. Benjamin describes joining the Norman Brigade and later Chosen Company, confronting dangerous conditions, inadequate resources, combat stress, and the death of a fellow volunteer named Joel.

The conversation explores foreign fighters in Ukraine, military transition, combat trauma, drone reconnaissance, FPV drone training, burnout, and the psychological consequences of war. Benjamin also addresses online controversies, allegations of misconduct, and internal conflicts within volunteer units.

Part 1 concludes with Benjamin moving toward specialized FPV drone training and previewing additional events that will be explored in Part 2.

This episode offers a firsthand account of the motivations, dangers, personal consequences, and difficult decisions involved in volunteering for combat in Ukraine.

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 Chapters:
00:00 Why Benjamin Reed's Russia Story Starts With a Controversial Hook
01:49 Army Military Police Service, Languages & Eastern Europe
05:00 Belarus Protests in 2020: Unrest, Blackouts & Leaving the Country
08:33 Personal Struggles, Russia's Invasion & Volunteering for Ukraine
11:30 Humanitarian NGOs, Kyiv & Training Ukrainian Volunteers
17:35 Personal Loss, Purpose & the Decision to Fight in Ukraine
24:02 Frontline Combat, Trenches, Shelling & Drone Reconnaissance
41:33 Doxxing, Combat Burnout & the Benjamin Velcro Controversy
56:02 Thailand, Substance Struggles & Returning to Ukraine
01:00:40 Joining Chosen Company & the Reality of Combat
01:09:22 Joel's Death, Grief & Benjamin's Decision to Fight
01:17:22 Unit Conflict, Evacuation & FPV Drone Training

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 What happens when an Army veteran loses his sense of purpose after military service, and an unexpected connection with horses gives him a reason to move forward?

In Episode 478 of the Security Halt! Podcast, host Deny Caballero sits down with Zachary Leyden, an Army infantry veteran and veteran entrepreneur, to discuss military transition, veteran mental health, grief, alcohol misuse, horsemanship, and finding purpose after military service.

After serving in Army infantry and long-range surveillance at Fort Bragg, Zachary struggled with the transition from military life to civilian society. The loss of fellow service members, unstructured time, and unresolved grief contributed to heavy drinking and a DUI.

His journey began to change when a Vietnam veteran introduced him to working with mustangs. Through horsemanship, Zachary discovered an experience that helped him feel present, reconnect with himself, and recognize the importance of seeking support.

What began as a personal turning point eventually became a business built around outdoor experiences and horses. Zachary developed a model where paying civilian customers help fund free horseback riding and horsemanship opportunities for military veterans.

He later established a 501(c)(3) nonprofit focused on helping veterans build community, develop practical skills, and explore new opportunities through horsemanship.

Deny and Zachary also discuss veteran entrepreneurship, using GI Bill education benefits, building sustainable nonprofit programs, supporting veterans involved in the legal system, military retirement, and the importance of family support during recovery and transition.

Zachary shares how his wife helps him manage the demands of entrepreneurship and why veterans must learn to prioritize their own well-being.

Episode 478 is a powerful story about Army veteran transition, equine-assisted experiences, recovery, veteran-owned businesses, nonprofit leadership, and discovering a new mission after the military.

Leaving the military doesn't mean your mission is over. Sometimes finding your next purpose begins with something you never expected.

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 Chapters:

00:00 Why Military Transition Is Difficult for Veterans
 04:01 Zachary Leyden's Army Infantry & Long-Range Surveillance Service
 07:59 Leaving Active Duty & Returning to the Army Reserves
 12:04 Veteran Grief, Alcohol Misuse & Life After Service
 16:09 How Horses Helped Zachary Reconnect With Himself
 18:01 Free Horseback Riding for Veterans: A Pay-It-Forward Business
 20:14 Veteran Mental Health, Self-Care & Seeking Support
 22:04 Building a Veteran Business Before Launching a Nonprofit
 24:08 Deny's Advice for Veteran Entrepreneurs
 25:58 Using GI Bill Education Benefits to Start a Business
 28:12 Computer Science, Career Planning & Military Transition
 29:59 Building Community Support for Veteran Programs
 31:56 Helping Veterans Navigate Retirement & Civilian Life
 33:59 Why Personal Experience Matters in Veteran Recovery
 35:55 Finding Purpose After Military Retirement
 38:08 Recovery, Entrepreneurship & Avoiding Burnout
 40:12 Marriage, Family Support & Work-Life Balance
 41:53 Horsemanship Programs for Veterans in the Legal System
 43:47 Creating Employment Opportunities Through Horse Skills
 45:53 How Veterans Can Access & Support the Horse Program

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What happens when a Green Beret takes the survival skills he learned growing up and turns them into a business designed to bring families closer together?

In Episode 477 of the Security Halt! Podcast, host Deny Caballero sits down with Aaron Blaine, Green Beret veteran and founder of Wild Ops Box, to discuss veteran entrepreneurship, outdoor survival skills, military transition, fatherhood, and building stronger family connections through hands-on experiences.

Inspired by the lessons his father and grandfather taught him, Aaron created Wild Ops Box, a family-focused outdoor adventure subscription box designed to help parents teach their children practical skills while spending meaningful time together. Through a structured 12-month curriculum, families can explore shelter building, fire building, knot tying, resourcefulness, and outdoor problem-solving without needing extensive survival experience.

Aaron shares how teaching these skills strengthened his relationship with his son, built confidence, and created opportunities for connection beyond everyday distractions. He also explains how Wild Ops Box combines outdoor education, STEM learning, survival skills, family values, and parent-child activities into an accessible experience.

The conversation goes beyond entrepreneurship as Aaron and Deny discuss the challenges of transitioning from military service to civilian life, finding meaningful employment, involving spouses in major life decisions, and recognizing the importance of mentorship.

Aaron also shares how Warrior Rising helped him develop his business pitch, expand his professional network, and gain confidence as a veteran entrepreneur. He discusses his partnership with survival expert Hazen Audel and his vision for building a community around outdoor adventure and family connection.

Episode 477 is a conversation about Green Beret entrepreneurship, fatherhood, outdoor survival skills for kids, veteran-owned businesses, military transition, and finding purpose after service.

Sometimes the greatest adventure isn't what you accomplish alone. It's what you teach the next generation.

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Chapters:

00:00 A Green Beret’s path to Wild Ops Box

02:07 How childhood outdoor skills inspired the business

05:55 A 12-month curriculum for families

09:57 Why kids crave nature and hands-on challenges

13:14 Resourcefulness: making useful tools from what’s nearby

17:29 Boredom, creativity, and simple outdoor play

21:21 STEM lessons, family values, and connection activities

23:47 The hard transition from military service to civilian work

29:49 Finding purpose through meaningful work and family

32:26 Why spouses and mentors matter after service

40:16 How Warrior Rising helped Blaine sharpen his business pitch

48:19 Hazen Audel joins Wild Ops Box

53:17 Where to find Wild Ops Box and Warrior Rising

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What happens when military experience, a passion for brain health, and a mission to support veterans become the foundation for a new business?

In Episode 476 of the Security Halt! Podcast, host Deny Caballero sits down with Broc Trammell and Connor Secor, the entrepreneurs behind Thumos, to discuss veteran entrepreneurship, brain health supplements, mental resilience, and the challenges of building a mission-driven company.

Broc and Connor share the origin of Thumos, a brain health supplement developed with veterans and high-stress professionals in mind. They explain why they believe there is a gap in brain health support, the challenges of developing a supplement they consider effective and accessible, and the importance of transparency, ingredient quality, and consumer trust.

The conversation explores veteran entrepreneurship, brain health innovation, cognitive wellness, supplement formulation, mental health awareness, faith, leadership, and business growth. Broc and Connor also discuss how their military experiences influenced their entrepreneurial journey and why brotherhood and community remain central to their mission.

From navigating the early stages of product development to planning future offerings such as Thumos Plus, the discussion examines what it takes to turn a personal mission into a sustainable business.

The episode also highlights the importance of veteran entrepreneurship organizations, including Warrior Rising and Task Force Dagger, and the role these communities can play in supporting veterans as they pursue new opportunities.

Episode 476 is a conversation about purpose-driven entrepreneurship, building trust in the supplement industry, and the determination required to create a business centered on serving others.

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Chapters:

00:00 Introduction to Broc and Connor and their mission

01:51 The origins of Thumos and its focus on brain health

03:58 Challenges in developing an effective supplement

08:08 The role of faith and purpose in their journey

11:47 Building a community and supporting veteran mental health

17:08 The importance of brotherhood and shared experiences

22:46 Future plans for Thumos and ecosystem expansion

28:07 The significance of transparency and quality in supplements

31:53 Overcoming early challenges and scaling strategies

36:55 The impact of military experiences on their entrepreneurial path

41:59 Supporting veteran entrepreneurs through Warrior Rising

45:02 Closing thoughts and future outlook

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In Episode 475 of the Security Halt! Podcast, Deny Caballero sits down with Miles Taylor to discuss his journey from being born in Vietnam and adopted into an American family to navigating life with cerebral palsy, discovering his faith, and finding purpose through art, fitness, and personal growth.

Miles shares his experiences growing up with cerebral palsy, the determination of his adoptive mother, and the importance of family, mentorship, and community in shaping his outlook on life. He reflects on the challenges of physical limitations, the emotional impact of losing his mother, and how faith and a deliberate mindset have helped him navigate adversity.

The conversation explores cerebral palsy awareness, adoption, resilience, Christian faith, disability advocacy, physical fitness, mental strength, creative expression, and overcoming life's challenges. Miles also discusses how art became an important outlet for self-expression and why he believes positivity and intentional living can help people find meaning in difficult circumstances.

Episode 475 is a conversation about perseverance, gratitude, personal responsibility, and refusing to allow other people's expectations to determine what is possible.

Miles' story reminds us that resilience isn't about pretending challenges don't exist. It's about learning how to live with purpose while confronting them.

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Chapters:
00:00 Introduction and Miles' background

02:06 Early life in Vietnam and adoption to America

04:12 Diagnosis of cerebral palsy and initial challenges

07:55 The role of faith and community in Miles' life

15:13 High school experiences and mentorship

19:49 Dealing with trauma and loss of mother

25:06 The importance of positivity and purpose in social media

30:11 Journey into art and creative expression

35:02 Physical fitness, body control, and mentorship

40:03 Living intentionally and embracing discomfort

42:58 Closing thoughts and encouragement to listeners

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What happens when the trauma you carry into military service becomes just as difficult to confront as the experiences you endure while serving?

In Episode 474 of the Security Halt! Podcast, Deny Caballero sits down with Samantha “Sam” Juan to discuss her journey through childhood abuse, immigration, military service, and the difficult process of confronting trauma, rebuilding mental health, and discovering purpose beyond the uniform.

Sam shares her experiences navigating the naturalization process, the challenges of being a woman in special operations environments, and the cultural barriers that can make vulnerability and asking for help difficult. She reflects on how personal trauma, military experiences, addiction, and mental health struggles shaped her journey toward recovery.

The conversation explores veteran mental health, PTSD, psychedelic-assisted therapy, trauma recovery, holistic healing, addiction, community support, and the importance of vulnerability. Sam discusses her personal experiences with psychedelic therapy and why she believes healing often requires multiple approaches rather than relying on a single treatment.

Sam also shares how creativity, art, and meaningful connections have become part of her journey toward purpose and personal growth.

Episode 474 is a conversation about confronting painful experiences, recognizing the courage required to seek help, and understanding that life after trauma can include healing, connection, and a renewed sense of purpose.

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Chapters:
00:00 Introduction and guest background

00:03 Sam Juan's reasons for joining the military

00:05 Challenges of naturalization and military service as an immigrant

00:25 Experiences of trauma, abuse, and resilience

00:54 The culture of special operations and gender dynamics

00:56 Dealing with adversity and mental health in the military

00:57 The journey of healing through psychedelic therapy

01:03 The importance of holistic approaches and community support

01:19 Finding purpose and expressing creativity through art

01:49 Advice for veterans seeking healing and purpose

02:07 Resources and encouragement for veterans in need

02:09 Closing thoughts and connection opportunities

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What happens when a Green Beret trained to overcome the most difficult challenges in combat discovers that the hardest battles come after military service?

In Episode 473 of the Security Halt! Podcast, Deny Caballero sits down with former Green Beret Justin Pickering to discuss his journey from a troubled childhood to Army Special Forces, the psychological challenges of life after combat, and the deliberate effort required to rebuild mental health, identity, and purpose.

Justin shares how his early struggles shaped his mindset, what he learned through military service, and why the skills that help someone succeed in combat don't always translate into managing anger, relationships, trauma, and everyday challenges after leaving the military.

The conversation explores veteran mental health, military transition, emotional resilience, vulnerability, leadership, personal accountability, gratitude, mentorship, and the importance of building a support system.

Justin also discusses his mission to help other veterans and first responders through his personal story and book, emphasizing the importance of focusing on what you can control and taking deliberate action toward personal growth.

Episode 473 is a conversation about recognizing that strength isn't simply enduring hardship. Sometimes, it means being honest about your struggles, asking for help, and doing the difficult work of becoming the person you want to be.

Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Justin Pickering's Journey
01:46 Justin's Childhood and Early Struggles
03:55 Joining the Military and Green Beret Path
07:59 The Transition from Combat to Civilian Life
11:57 Developing a Deliberate Mindset for Life
15:02 Dealing with Trauma and Emotional Challenges
20:00 The Power of Focus and Gratitude
25:00 Overcoming Anger and High Stress Situations
29:55 The Importance of Vulnerability and Authenticity
34:57 Supporting Fellow Veterans and Building Community
39:52 Justin's Mission to Impact Lives Through His Book
45:07 Advice for Struggling Veterans and First Responders


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Who are the FAST Marines, and what role have they played in protecting critical U.S. assets around the world?

In Episode 472 of the Security Halt! Podcast, Deny Caballero sits down with Ethan Gardner to explore the history, missions, capabilities, and legacy of the Marine Corps Fleet Anti-Terrorism Security Teams, commonly known as FAST Marines.

Ethan breaks down the origins and mission of FAST, the capabilities of FAST platoons, and the unique role these Marines have played in reinforcing security and responding to threats involving strategically important U.S. interests. He also shares stories surrounding FAST missions connected to Panama, Somalia, Yemen, Benghazi, and other chapters of modern Marine Corps history.

The conversation goes beyond individual missions to explore Marine Corps brotherhood, unit pride, military storytelling, and why veterans need to preserve the histories of specialized units before those stories disappear.

Episode 472 is a deep dive into FAST Marines, Marine Corps history, anti-terrorism security, military operations, unit culture, and the importance of documenting the experiences of the Marines who served.

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Chapters:

00:00 Meet Ethan Gardner & the FAST Marines
 01:23 Ethan’s Marine Corps Background & Path to FAST
 04:13 What Are FAST Marines?
 06:59 FAST Platoon Capabilities, Training & Equipment
 10:59 Historic FAST Missions & Operations
 15:00 Panama & the Early FAST Platoons
 19:00 FAST Marines in Somalia & the 1990s
 21:51 Benghazi & the 2012 FAST Mission
 25:12 Why FAST Marine History Needs to Be Preserved
 29:59 The Future of FAST Marines

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What happens when the person trained to save everyone else realizes he needs help too?

In Episode 471 of the Security Halt! Podcast, Deny Caballero sits down with Jordan Wilkins to discuss his journey from Navy corpsman and military medic to physician assistant, his experiences supporting reconnaissance and special operations, the psychological toll of combat deployments, and the difficult process of rebuilding his mental health, marriage, faith, and sense of purpose.

Jordan takes listeners inside the demanding world of military medicine, including intense training pipelines, treating trauma in austere environments, and the responsibility placed on medics operating far from conventional medical support. He also shares how repeated deployments and years of high-stress military service affected his mental health and eventually forced him to recognize that he needed help.

The conversation explores military transition, substance use, depression and trauma, faith, family, community, mentorship, and Jordan's experience with transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) as part of his mental health journey.

Episode 471 is ultimately about resilience without pretending recovery is easy. Jordan's story is a reminder that asking for help can require just as much courage as operating in the most demanding environments.

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Chapters:

00:00 Meet Jordan Wilkins & His Military Medical Career
04:39 From Navy Corpsman to Recon Medic
08:17 Inside Recon & Special Operations Medical Training
12:34 Practicing Medicine in Combat & Austere Environments
19:08 The Psychological Toll of Combat Deployments
24:49 Mental Health, Substance Use & Trying to Cope
30:33 The Turning Point: Realizing He Needed Help
34:32 Rebuilding His Marriage & Life Through Faith
40:24 Faith, Community & the Healing Process
47:07 From Military Medicine to Physician Assistant
52:09 Balancing Family, Service & Personal Growth
01:00:27 TMS & Jordan's Mental Health Journey
01:03:47 The Next Mission & Final Thoughts

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Why do challenge, shared experiences, and community continue to matter after military service?

In Episode 470 of the Security Halt! Podcast, Deny Caballero sits down with Dagan “Hoot” VanOosten to talk about veteran community, resilience, storytelling, and what he learned from completing a demanding 54-mile trek through the Scottish Highlands and jumping into Normandy.

Dagan shares the physical and mental challenges of the Scottish Highland yomp, the emotional significance of returning to Normandy, and why difficult experiences can create opportunities for veterans to reconnect with camaraderie, history, and purpose.

Deny and Dagan also explore authentic storytelling in the veteran community, the problems with negativity and clickbait, supporting veteran entrepreneurs and initiatives, and why veterans should use their platforms to create opportunities and tell stories that strengthen the community rather than divide it.

Episode 470 is a conversation about doing hard things, celebrating small victories, building genuine relationships, and continuing to find meaningful ways to serve after the uniform comes off.

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Chapters:

00:00 Meet Dagan “Hoot” VanOosten
 02:55 Scotland, Veteran Community & the Next Challenge
 04:52 54 Miles Through the Scottish Highlands
 08:07 Why Doing Hard Things Builds Resilience
 12:13 Why Veteran Community Events Matter
 14:46 Jumping Into Normandy
 17:53 Honoring Military History & Airborne Lineage
 22:00 Supporting Veterans Through Real Opportunities
 24:53 Authentic Storytelling in the Veteran Community
 30:02 The Problem With Negativity & Clickbait
 34:00 Building Genuine Veteran Connections
 40:00 Travel, Challenges & Celebrating Small Victories
 45:10 Supporting Veteran Entrepreneurs & What’s Next
 49:49 Final Thoughts & Connecting With Dagan

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