In this episode of Shoot Me Straight, Dave sits down with Jose Aguilar for a raw and deeply personal conversation about addiction, sexual brokenness, childhood trauma, marriage, fatherhood, and radical redemption through faith.Jose shares his journey from growing up between Texas and Santa Rosa Beach, navigating poverty, instability, and early exposure to addiction — to battling cocaine use, alcohol, pornography, adultery, and pain medication dependency later in life.After surviving a devastating car accident that left him with a broken back, facing the weight of secret sexual sin, and nearly losing his marriage, Jose found himself at a breaking point.What followed was not instant change — but a slow, painful, honest process of confession, small groups, counseling, and surrender.In this episode, Jose opens up about: • Childhood sexual abuse and how it shaped his identity • Addiction to cocaine, alcohol, pornography, and pills • Infidelity and the cost of hidden sin • The power of confession and accountability • Small groups and church community as catalysts for change • Marriage restoration after betrayal • Becoming a father after being told they would never have children • Forgiveness, healing, and confronting generational traumaThis is an unfiltered conversation about shame, freedom, masculinity, sexual integrity, and why real transformation requires vulnerability.Jose also shares the emotional moment he finally told his father about the abuse he experienced as a child — and how that conversation became one of the most healing moments of his life.Content warning: This episode includes discussion of sexual abuse, addiction, infidelity, trauma, and recovery.If you or someone you know is struggling, you are not alone.Guest ContactJose Aguilar📞 (850) 428-3558Call, text, or leave a voicemail — he’s willing to talk.Follow Shoot Me StraightInstagram: @shootmestraightAvailable on YouTube, Spotify, and Apple PodcastsSponsorsElevated SilenceFirecracker FarmAqua Vida IV Therapy

In this Q&A episode of Shoot Me Straight, Eddie (@eddie_gallagher) and Dave (@davidfields22) tackle some of the most pressing and controversial questions sent in by listeners—covering politics, media manipulation, ICE operations in Minneapolis, the rapid rise of artificial intelligence, faith, fitness, marriage, leadership, and personal responsibility.

The conversation begins with a broader look at whether Americans are truly political or emotionally manipulated by media and social platforms, before shifting into a hard, unfiltered discussion on ICE operations and recent civilian deaths in Minneapolis.

Eddie breaks down why these situations are far more complex than headlines suggest, pointing to training deficiencies, escalation failures, and the danger of allowing politics to override accountability and common sense.

From there, the episode moves into technology and AI—whether it’s making people smarter or more dependent, how fast it’s advancing, and what that means for future jobs, intelligence, and human connection.

The second half of the episode turns inward and personal.

Eddie and Dave discuss the habits that still shape their lives today, the role of faith and discipline, lessons learned from marriage, leadership inside the home, and what it truly means to mature as a man.

Eddie also reflects on physical fitness as a lifelong non-negotiable and why preparation—mentally, physically, and spiritually—matters long after military service ends.

This episode is a wide-ranging, honest conversation about responsibility, discernment, growth, and finding peace in a culture addicted to chaos.

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In this episode of Shoot Me Straight, Eddie (@eddie_gallagher) and Dave (@davidfields22) sit down with Dennis Price, a retired Marine Force Recon Scout Sniper, Ranger, and founder of Heroes for Humanity, to talk about combat, faith, transition, trauma, and turning pain into purpose.Dennis shares his journey from growing up under the poverty line in Pennsylvania to serving nearly two decades in Marine special operations, including Force Recon, Scout Sniper, multiple combat deployments, and Ranger School. But this conversation goes far beyond military achievements.After a series of life-altering events, including being pulled from a Tier One unit, the birth of his daughter with rare medical conditions, a forced transition out of the military, and facing the darkest moment of his life, Dennis reached a breaking point. What followed was a radical transformation rooted in faith, responsibility, and service.That transformation led to the founding of Heroes for Humanity, a nonprofit organization conducting precision rescue missions, humanitarian aid, disaster response, and anti-human-trafficking operations around the world, while also helping veterans rediscover purpose after service.This is a raw, unfiltered conversation about leadership under pressure, losing identity after the uniform comes off, faith in the darkest moments, veteran suicide, and why service does not end with a DD-214.Content warning: This episode includes discussion of combat, war, suicide, trauma, and veteran transition challenges.Guest linksInstagram: @heroes.4.humanityWebsite: [https://TheHeroesForHumanity.org](https://TheHeroesForHumanity.org)Follow Shoot Me StraightInstagram: @shootmestraightAvailable on YouTube, Spotify, and Apple PodcastsSponsorsElevated SilenceFirecracker FarmAqua Vitae IV

In this episode of Shoot Me Straight, Eddie (@eddie_gallagher) and Dave (@davidfields22) sit down with Sam Brasfield(@droppedbomb), a retired Navy EOD officer with over 36 years of service, to talk about combat, leadership, transition, and finding purpose after the uniform comes off.Sam shares his journey from enlisted sailor to EOD officer, multiple combat deployments in Iraq, defusing hundreds of IEDs, and leading teams in some of the most dangerous environments in the world. But this conversation goes far beyond war stories.After retiring from the Navy, Sam hiked the Appalachian Trail as a way to decompress, reflect, and reset — a transition that reshaped how he views service, identity, and life after the military. That journey ultimately led him to his current mission: helping build Veterans Lodge, a first-of-its-kind campus focused on healing veterans and their families — mentally, physically, and spiritually.This is an honest, grounded conversation about leadership, purpose, faith, burnout, transition struggles, and why so many veterans feel lost after service — and what can actually help.⚠️ Content Warning: This episode includes discussion of combat, war, suicide, and veteran transition challenges.Watch. Listen. Decide for yourself.

Links: https://www.veteranslodge.com/https://www.facebook.com/share/1CpsCysymn/?mibextid=wwXIfrhttps://irp.cdn-website.com/f44b5a0d/files/uploaded/Veterans+Lodge+Brochure+Download.pdfhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/sam-brasfield?utm_source=share&utm_campaign=share_via&utm_content=profile&utm_medium=ios_app📌 TOPICS COVERED• Navy EOD & combat deployments• Defusing IEDs and car bombs in Iraq• Leadership and responsibility under pressure• Transitioning out of the military• Hiking the Appalachian Trail after retirement• Loss of identity, purpose, and direction• Veteran suicide & mental health• Faith, reflection, and personal growth• Veterans Lodge & helping veterans heal with their families📲 Follow Shoot Me StraightInstagram: @shootmestraightAvailable on YouTube, Spotify & Apple Podcasts

In this episode of Shoot Me Straight, Eddie and Dave sit down with Sam Brasfield, a retired Navy EOD officer with over 36 years of service, to talk about combat, leadership, transition, and finding purpose after the uniform comes off.

Sam shares his journey from enlisted sailor to EOD officer, multiple combat deployments in Iraq, defusing hundreds of IEDs, and leading teams in some of the most dangerous environments in the world. But this conversation goes far beyond war stories.

After retiring from the Navy, Sam hiked the Appalachian Trail as a way to decompress, reflect, and reset — a transition that reshaped how he views service, identity, and life after the military. That journey ultimately led him to his current mission: helping build Veterans Lodge, a first-of-its-kind campus focused on healing veterans and their families — mentally, physically, and spiritually.

This is an honest, grounded conversation about leadership, purpose, faith, burnout, transition struggles, and why so many veterans feel lost after service — and what can actually help.

⚠️ Content Warning: This episode includes discussion of combat, war, suicide, and veteran transition challenges.

Watch. Listen. Decide for yourself.

📌 TOPICS COVERED

• Navy EOD & combat deployments
• Defusing IEDs and car bombs in Iraq
• Leadership and responsibility under pressure
• Transitioning out of the military
• Hiking the Appalachian Trail after retirement
• Loss of identity, purpose, and direction
• Veteran suicide & mental health
• Faith, reflection, and personal growth
• Veterans Lodge & helping veterans heal with their families

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In this episode of Shoot Me Straight, Eddie (@eddie_gallagher) and Dave (@davidfields22) sit down with Kimberli (@kimberlih20s) Howard for one of the most emotional and powerful conversations we’ve ever had.Kimberly shares her life story — growing up in the LDS church, navigating guilt and shame, surviving sexual trauma, multiple marriages, and years of depression — before recounting the moment that changed everything: the sudden death of her five-year-old son, Keaton, in a tragic boating accident at Lake Powell.She opens up about the phone call no parent should ever receive, the guilt that follows unimaginable loss, and the long road through grief, trauma, and mental health struggles. This conversation also explores therapy, faith, plant medicine, identity, and what it means to rebuild your life after everything falls apart.This is a raw, honest discussion about loss, resilience, and learning how to live again after trauma.⚠️ Content Warning: This episode contains discussion of child loss, trauma, and suicide.Watch. Listen. Decide for yourself.📌 TOPICS COVERED• Losing a child in a boating accident• Grief, guilt, and trauma• Growing up LDS & religious shame• Depression, mental health & healing• Therapy, plant medicine & recovery• Finding purpose after loss📲 Follow Shoot Me StraightInstagram: @shootmestraightAvailable on YouTube, Spotify & Apple Podcasts

In this episode of Shoot Me Straight, Eddie (@eddie_gallagher) and Dave (@davidfields22) sit down with Russell Brand (@russellbrand) and Jake (@thejakesmith) for an unfiltered conversation about politics, faith, media, and the growing collapse of trust in modern institutions.Russell breaks down the cultural chaos shaping today’s world, the dangers of centralized power, media manipulation, and why so many people feel disconnected from government and authority. The discussion also covers political violence, censorship, decentralization, and Russell’s personal journey through addiction, faith, and spiritual transformation.This is a raw, no-nonsense conversation about where society is headed — and where individuals can turn when systems fail.Watch. Listen. Decide for yourself.Topics Covered:• Media trust & political narratives• Centralized vs decentralized power• Government overreach• Faith, addiction & transformation• Cultural collapse & sovereigntyFollow Shoot Me Straight:📲 Instagram: @shootmestraightpod🎧 YouTube, Spotify & Apple Podcasts

In this episode of Shoot Me Straight, we sit down with Steve Toth, Texas State Representative and current candidate for U.S. Congress, for a wide-ranging, no-nonsense conversation about leadership, character, and the real cost of politics in America.Steve opens up about what pulled him into public service, the realities of navigating the political “swamp,” and why integrity matters more than titles, résumés, or military credentials. We dive deep into border security, government spending, Big Pharma’s influence, veterans’ mental health, faith, family, and the growing disconnect between elected officials and the people they represent.This episode also tackles tough topics head-on — accountability in Congress, the dangers of unchecked power, cultural battles playing out in public schools, and why Steve believes Texas (and America) need leaders willing to stand firm even when it costs them politically.If you’re tired of polished talking points and want a raw, honest discussion about where our country is headed — this is one you don’t want to miss.Watch. Listen. Decide for yourself.👇 Learn more about Steve Toth and his campaignhttps://stevetothforcongress.comChapters / Topics Covered:Why Steve Toth is running for CongressBorder security & Texas prioritiesBig Pharma, lobbying, and corruptionVeterans’ mental health & accountabilityFaith, family, and leadershipStanding firm in a broken political systemFollow Shoot Me Straight:📲 Instagram: @shootmestraightpod🎧 Available on YouTube, Spotify, and Apple Podcasts

Join host Eddie Gallagher (@eddie_gallagher) as he sits down with Isaiah Sandoval (@isaiahsandov) for an unfiltered Q&A episode built entirely around your questions. From marriage and faith to politics, military culture, and life after service, nothing is off-limits as Isaiah and Eddie dig into the topics most people are afraid to talk about publicly.This episode goes straight into the real-world pressures faced by today’s veterans, the cultural battles shaping America, and the personal experiences that have defined Eddie’s journey on and off the battlefield. Isaiah brings the heat with honest questions, raw perspectives, and open-ended conversations that push past the headlines and into the truth.In this episode, we get into:🪖 Military Life & Identity — how service changes you, and what happens after.❤️ Marriage & Family Pressure — the struggles, sacrifices, and lessons that shape real relationships.🏛️ Politics & Culture Today — candid takes on the issues dividing the country.💬 Viewer Questions Answered — tough, funny, and controversial topics straight from the audience.🔥 Mindset & Resilience — staying grounded when life hits hard.This isn’t a scripted interview — it’s a real conversation between two men committed to truth, accountability, and living with conviction in a complicated world.Tune in for a bold, honest, and meaningful episode that challenges the narrative and speaks directly to the people who aren’t afraid to ask real questions.🎙️ Subscribe to the Shoot Me Straight Podcast for more unfiltered conversations on faith, resilience, mindset, and the human spirit.Special thanks to our partners:🔥 Firecracker Farm – Everything is Better With Hot Salt🧊 Aqua Vitae IV – Wellness & Recovery in Destin, FL🔇 Elevated Silence – Premium Suppressors for Life’s Best Days#ShootMeStraightPodcast #VeteranStories #MilitaryLife #Unfiltered #Mindset #Resilience #RealTalk #Faith #QandA #EddieGallagher #IsaiahSandoval

Join hosts Eddie Gallagher (@eddie_gallagher) and David Fields (@davidfields22) for an unfiltered, wide-open conversation with Terry Wilson (@terry.m.wilson.jr) — a deep dive into life as a Green Beret, the hard-earned perspectives that come with service, and the real-world challenges faced long after the uniform comes off.Terry pulls no punches as he opens up about the realities of Special Forces life, the political and cultural pressures surrounding today’s military, and the personal experiences that shaped who he is on and off the battlefield. From combat stories to controversial conversations, this episode goes beyond the highlight reel and into the raw truth of a life defined by grit, conviction, and constant evolution.In this episode, we dig into:🪖 Life as a Green Beret — brotherhood, sacrifice, and what it really means to serve at the elite level.⚔️ Real Military Stories — memorable moments, tough lessons, and the realities most never hear about.🏛️ Political & Cultural Perspectives — candid takes on today’s issues from someone who’s lived the life.📘 A Life Shaped by Challenge — the experiences that forged Terry’s mindset before, during, and after service.💬 Controversial Conversations — honest discussions you won’t hear anywhere else.🔥 Mindset, Identity & Resilience — insights on navigating adversity and staying grounded when life hits hardest.This isn’t just a military conversation — it’s a powerful look at courage, conviction, and the pursuit of authenticity in a complicated world.Tune in for a bold, impactful story that challenges, inspires, and refuses to hold back.🎙️ Subscribe to the Shoot Me Straight Podcast for more real conversations on faith, resilience, and the human spirit.Special thanks to our partners:🔥 Firecracker Farm – Everything is Better With Hot Salt🧊 Aqua Vitae IV – Wellness & Recovery in Destin, FL🔇 Elevated Silence – Premium Suppressors for Life’s Best Days#ShootMeStraightPodcast #GreenBeret #VeteranStories #Resilience #SpecialForces #ControversialConversations #Mindset #Transformation #Unfiltered #MilitaryLife