The Frogman Friday Show

Ryan “Birdman” Parrott welcomes Holland Romero, retired Navy SEAL Senior Chief with 24 years of service. Holland reveals how he first discovered the SEAL Teams, what it took to survive BUD/S, and the lessons he carried from the Teams into civilian life.

He explains the founding of Legacy Forge Mindset, a mentorship and leadership company designed to help executives, athletes, and organizations build resilience, sharpen decision-making under pressure, and create lasting cultural change. Holland also opens up about faith, family, and why servant leadership defines true success.

Available on iTunes, Spotify, and iHeart.

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In this landmark 102nd episode of Frogman Friday, Ryan “Birdman” Parrott sits down with SEAC David Isom, the senior enlisted advisor to the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff and the highest-ranking enlisted service member in the U.S. Armed Forces.

From his beginnings as a surfer in North Carolina to becoming a Navy SEAL and ultimately serving as SEAC, David Isom shares hard-earned lessons on leadership, resilience, and the importance of service. Together, they dive into:

His journey from the fleet Navy to BUD/S and the SEAL Teams

The rescue of Jessica Lynch and the power of joint operations

The role of SEAC and why it matters for today’s force

Challenges facing enlisted service members and families

Lessons on finding your “why” and building a culture of purpose

This episode is more than a military story—it’s about leadership, sacrifice, and service that inspires across every walk of life.

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Ryan “Birdman” Parrott welcomes Hector Delgado, a Navy SEAL with 29 years of combined enlisted and officer service, active duty and reserve. Hector retired as a Lieutenant Commander and Special Agent with Homeland Security Investigations. He’s the founder of Trident Warfare, creating custom apparel for military units, veterans, and first responders, with proceeds supporting veteran nonprofits.

Now Director of Development for the Navy SEAL Museum, Hector is dedicated to preserving SEAL history, honoring the fallen, and connecting charities to better serve the SOF community. Hear his stories from SEAL Teams 2, 4, and 18, missions in Ramadi, Iraq, and South America, and his vision for empowering veterans through collaboration.

Visit TridentWarfare.com (code: honorvets) and NavySEALMuseum.org to learn more.

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Episode 100 brings it back to where it all started!

Jason Torey is a retired Navy SEAL Master Chief, co-founder of QLAD, and the man who gave Ryan Parrott the nickname “Birdman” after an IED blast in Iraq. He has been a leader, mentor, and force for mission clarity from the battlefield to the boardroom.

In this episode, Jason shares what he learned from 26 years in the Teams and how he carried that into the world of tech and cybersecurity. He breaks down how QLAD is securing data while it is being used, not just in transit or at rest. The conversation digs into foreign supply chain threats, national defense, leadership without ego, and how to build something that actually protects what matters.

Jason also reflects on his father’s legacy as a Vietnam combat veteran and the quiet strength that shaped his life.

Learn more: www.qlad.com

Jason Torey on Instagram: @toreyjason

LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/jasontorey

QLAD on LinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/qlad

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Nick Norris is a former Navy SEAL Officer who served 10 years active, four years reserve. In this episode, he joins Ryan “Birdman” Parrott to talk about surviving combat, stepping into entrepreneurship, and how psychedelic-assisted therapy changed his life. Nick opens up about grief, discipline, and love—and how these forces shape his work with veterans and his company, RANGE SD.

Together, they dig into spiritual transformation, doing hard things, honoring fallen teammates, and why being a better dad is the most important mission he’s ever accepted.

Follow Nick on Instagram: @nick_norris1981Learn more at: rangesd.com

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Alex Rogers served 12 years as a Navy SEAL. He deployed with Team 3, ran training command in Virginia Beach, and helped build up the next generation of warriors. After service, he launched Look for Work—a custom fightwear company rooted in the same discipline he brought to the Teams.

In this episode, AROG shares how jiu-jitsu helped him stay grounded, how entrepreneurship kept him sharp, and why his father and grandfathers remain his biggest influences. He unpacks the process of building his company from a spare room to outfitting gyms and fighters across the country. From first sales to super fights, every lesson came from showing up, staying humble, and putting in the work.

Visit: https://lfwcc.com

Instagram: https://instagram.com/lfwclothingco

Personal IG: https://instagram.com/arog14

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Kierre Smith spent 12 years as a Navy SWCC—Special Warfare Combatant-Craft Crewman—operating fast boats and heavy weapons in special operations. But after years of service and sacrifice, the hardest mission came post-transition. In this episode, Kierre shares his powerful story of faith, family, and forging a new purpose through NBD Motorsports, a veteran-owned suspension and automotive shop based in Virginia Beach.

From surviving a childhood drowning to finding Christ, from working on 64 Impalas to lifting RVs by hand, Kierre proves that grit, faith, and integrity still matter. He opens up about founding NBD Motorsports in 2017, why he believes customer education matters, and how his business brings honesty back to vehicle service.

Website: https://nbdmotorsports.com

Instagram (Business): https://www.instagram.com/nbdmotorsports

Instagram (Personal): https://www.instagram.com/westcoast_K

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/NBDVB

Veteran-owned. Faith-driven. Family-first.

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In this powerful episode of Frogman Friday, Ryan “Birdman” Parrott sits down with retired Navy SEAL Dave Swarts to explore his transformative journey from 20 years of service to building a new mission around community, cooking, and firearms training.

Dave opens up about his difficult transition from the SEAL Teams, including the emotional toll of post-service life, family challenges, and legal uncertainty. But through the storm, he forged three impactful ventures:

✅ Trident Table Foundation – a nonprofit using food and fellowship to strengthen veteran and Gold Star families

✅ Dirty Frogs – his hilarious and heartfelt seasoning and catering brand

✅ Red Watch – tactical firearms training run by elite operators for civilians, law enforcement, and military

🔥 Whether you're a vet, civilian, first responder, or just love food, this episode is a must-listen for those seeking purpose, protection, and real-world healing.

Tyler Grey joins Ryan “Birdman” Parrott for a powerful discussion about military service, trauma, and finding purpose beyond the uniform. Tyler shares his experience as a Special Operations veteran, actor, and author of Forged in Chaos: A Warrior’s Origin Story. He opens up about his childhood struggles, the identity crisis many veterans face, and his unique theory of LTSD—Lack of Traumatic Stress Disorder.

This conversation tackles deep topics including addiction, emotional healing, and self-worth, offering a fresh perspective on what’s often misunderstood in the veteran and first responder communities. Tyler also shares the personal story behind his book, his acting career, and the importance of quiet—not silent—professionalism.

A must-listen for anyone navigating trauma, identity, or major life transitions.

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Anthony Rivera, Navy SEAL turned entrepreneur, sits down with Ryan “Birdman” Parrott to talk about what really happens when the uniform comes off. He built Vetavise after battling the VA system himself and now helps other veterans navigate their own journey.

This episode covers the daily grind of transition, the power of direct communication, and how faith, family, and therapy can keep veterans grounded and growing. Anthony doesn’t hold back. The conversation is focused, real, and packed with value.

Key Themes:

Veteran transition, VA support, Vetavise tools, mental clarity, family after service, accountability, veteran entrepreneurship

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