He survived combat in Afghanistan. Then a freak accident in Las Vegas nearly took his head off. Everything changed after that.

Episode 114 of The Wild Chaos Podcast features Andrew Coville, a United States Marine Corps veteran and longtime Cape Cod police officer whose life changed in seconds during a 2025 Las Vegas vacation.

To watch this episode in studio, visit: https://youtu.be/gJjiA0HxBU4

While walking the Las Vegas Strip, a construction trailer towing a large street sign detached without warning. The trailer broke loose and the sign slammed into Andrew, nearly decapitating him and leaving him with devastating facial trauma and a traumatic brain injury.

We talk about Operation Khanjar, the shift from firefights to IED warfare, loosing his best friend Nick in Afghanistan and carries the kind of survivor’s guilt that can quietly steer your entire life and the whiplash of flying home from a war zone to stand at a coffin draped in an American flag. Andrew shares what it’s like to return to Afghanistan after the funeral, why compartmentalizing works in the moment but costs you later, and how a single letter and a valor award helped pull him out of a post-service spiral.

In this episode we talk through:

• Andrew’s Marine Corps deployment to Helmand Province

• Operation Khanjar and combat in Afghanistan

• Losing his best friend Nick during deployment

• Survivor’s guilt and post combat identity

• Police work on Cape Cod and crisis negotiation

• The 2025 Las Vegas accident that nearly killed him

• Severe facial trauma and traumatic brain injury recovery

• Losing his law enforcement career overnight

• His book Somewhere in Between

• Honoring Nick’s legacy through documentary work and storytelling

This conversation is about trauma, identity, grief, survival, and rebuilding when life changes in an instant.

Learn more about Andrew Coville’s story at AndrewCoville.com. His book Somewhere in Between gives a raw, honest look at combat, loss, identity after the uniform, and rebuilding after trauma. If this episode resonates with you, his story goes even deeper there.

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A school system can survive bad test scores. It cannot survive adults who won’t protect children. This conversation asks the hard questions.

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Episode 113 of The Wild Chaos Podcast features Dr. Laura Boulton, veteran educator and child advocate, speaking about alleged corruption, retaliation, and child safety failures connected to the Boise School District.

To reference our first conversation with Mrs. Boulton, visit episode #74 here: https://youtu.be/Xk3vWz1R3eE

This conversation dives into the systems parents assume are protecting children — and what happens when accountability breaks down.

We discuss:

• Boise School District transparency concerns

• Child safety and public school accountability

• Title IX reporting vs law enforcement reporting

• Idaho Code 16-1605 and mandatory reporting within 24 hours

• Why “chain of command” can delay urgent action

• Retaliation against staff who speak up

• Community pressure and institutional denial

• Practical steps parents can take if a child hints something is wrong

Dr. Bolton also shares a simple playbook for parents: how to listen carefully, document timelines, preserve details, and use community accountability when institutions aren’t moving fast enough.

If you care about public school safety, education reform, child protection, and Boise School District transparency, this conversation will challenge you — and equip you.

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He survived explosions, gunfire, and Afghanistan. But the hardest battle happened inside his own brain. Now he’s trying to change PTSD treatment forever.

Episode 112 of The Wild Chaos Podcast features Brenden Borrowman, a Purple Heart Army veteran who survived explosions and gunfire in Afghanistan — then spent years fighting the invisible injuries that followed.

To watch this episode in studio, visit: https://youtu.be/if1KpSl1xy0

After severe traumatic brain injury, organ damage, and years inside a Warrior Transition Battalion, Brenden became obsessed with one question:

What if PTSD is more physical than people realize?

This conversation dives into the science behind trauma, TBI, addiction, and suicide prevention. Brenden explains how brain blood flow, oxygen use, and the limbic system may keep people trapped in fight-or-flight mode long after combat ends.

We discuss:

• PTSD and traumatic brain injury (TBI)

• Veteran suicide prevention

• Why some people struggle with traditional therapy

• Addiction relapse and nervous system dysfunction

• Brain physiology and trauma recovery

• VR-based neuroimmersive therapy

• Neurova Labs and cognitive rehabilitation

• First responder and veteran mental health

We also break down the cutting-edge work Brendan and his team are doing with Neurova Labs, using cardio, cognitive load, and VR-based training to help retrain the brain and improve emotional regulation.

If you know someone struggling with PTSD, TBI symptoms, burnout, addiction, or suicidal thoughts, this conversation could change how you understand trauma and healing.

Check out Brenden and follow along on his journey on Instagram @borrowmanneuro or visit https://www.neurovalabs.com/ or check them out on Instagram at ‪@NeurovaLabs‬

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A teacher found a mouse in her work bag. What she says happened next exposed something much bigger. And parents weren’t supposed to see it.

Episode 111 of The Wild Chaos Podcast features Michelle Chung, a former teacher speaking out about what she describes as a years-long rodent infestation and administrative cover-up inside West Junior High in the Boise School District.

To watch the episode in studio, visit: https://youtu.be/YvOGCZoh1v4

What started with droppings, traps, and dead rodents inside a classroom turned into a public battle over school safety, transparency, inspections, and retaliation.

👉 Before watching this episode, we strongly encourage you to watch the first two parts for the full timeline and context:

▶️ Episode 60: https://youtu.be/TGEeDXI-4GU

▶️ Episode 71: https://youtu.be/d00E3o42ht8

What started with a mouse found inside a teacher’s work bag turned into allegations of years-long rodent infestations, contaminated classrooms, administrative retaliation, and a public battle over transparency and accountability.

And The Line In Sand Michelle walks us through:

• Rodent infestations inside classrooms

• Dead rodents, droppings, and contaminated cooking/sewing areas

• Reports made to HR and administration

• The release of photos, videos, and emails to parents

• Claims of retaliation and pressure to resign

• Inspection disputes and legal language surrounding admissions and liability

We also discuss the broader issue many families are questioning right now: what happens when institutions appear more focused on protecting themselves than rebuilding trust?

Michelle shares the personal toll as well, including Lyme-related symptoms, expensive medical treatment, and the uphill battle of proving workplace-related illness and exposure.

This episode is not standalone — it’s the third chapter in an ongoing story involving school safety, public accountability, and the difficult questions parents and teachers are still asking.

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He survived war. He survived addiction. But his own department almost broke him.

Episode 110 of The Wild Chaos Podcast features Gabe Smith — US Army veteran, former SWAT officer, and police sniper — sharing one of the most raw and honest law enforcement stories we’ve had on the show.

To watch in studio, visit: https://youtu.be/Ck2dWJu4_IA

From deployments in Iraq to battling opioid addiction and surviving a near-fatal overdose, Gabe rebuilt his life and returned to service, earning a badge with the Reno Police Department and eventually joining SWAT.

But the story doesn’t end there.

We dive into the realities of modern policing:

• Homeless crisis and compassion fatigue

• Use-of-force and real-world decision making

• Importance of defensive tactics and jiu jitsu

• Internal department politics and leadership failures

• Allegations of falsified records and retaliation

• Why good officers walk away

Gabe shares what pushed him out of law enforcement — not the streets, but the system behind the badge.

We also talk about recovery and what comes next:

• PTSD and first responder mental health

• Suicide in law enforcement

• Psychedelic therapy (DMT, psilocybin, MDMA)

• Faith, healing, and rebuilding purpose

• Supporting veterans and first responders

If you want to understand what’s really happening inside law enforcement and what needs to change, this episode is essential.

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A grizzly. Nine yards away and a debate the internet never understands.

Episode 109 of The Wild Chaos Podcast features Allen Bolen, world-class bowhunter, entrepreneur, and lifelong outdoorsman.

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We dive into one of the most misunderstood topics in the outdoor world: trophy hunting.

From a grizzly encounter at nine yards to years-long backcountry pursuits in Alaska and British Columbia, Allen explains the mindset, risk, and ethics behind selective hunting — and why the loudest opinions often come from people farthest removed from wildlife management.

We break down:

• Trophy hunting ethics explained

• The North American wildlife conservation model

• How hunting funds conservation through tags and Pittman-Robertson

• Boone & Crockett and Pope & Young scoring systems

• Selective harvest vs content-driven killing

• Backpack hunting Alaska and BC

• Grizzly and brown bear close calls

• Raising kids through hunting and responsibility

If you’ve ever wondered whether trophy hunting is selfish or stewardship, this episode gives the full conversation.

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A stolen car. A freeway crash. And a life that spiraled fast.

Episode 108 of The Wild Chaos Podcast features Michael, who shares a raw story of growing up in Long Beach, getting pulled into gang life, addiction, and the prison system — and what it actually takes to change. From juvenile hall at 12 to California prisons, riots, and addiction, Michael explains how quickly identity can get trapped in “the program” and how drugs like meth and heroin accelerate the cycle.

But this story doesn’t end there.

After being transferred through out-of-state prisons and experiencing the reality of corruption and contraband, a single moment changed everything — a book on self-discipline that led to education, growth, and a new purpose.

Today, Michael helps lead RISE, a program focused on prison leadership, rehabilitation, and bridging the gap between correctional officers and incarcerated individuals. We break down:

• Gang life and prison politics

• Addiction and identity inside prison

• The role of emotional intelligence in rehabilitation

• Communication between COs and inmates

• What actually reduces recidivism

• Why real change is possible

If you want to understand prison reform, addiction recovery, and the human side of incarceration, this episode will challenge your perspective.

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People see success and say “must be nice.” They don’t see the years it took. Or the cost of building something real.

This week looks a little different as Episode 107 of The Wild Chaos Podcast features Josh Smith, founder of @MontanaKnifeCompany and the youngest Master Bladesmith in the world in his own studio. We had the opportunity to visit for the first time and it didn't disappoint.

What looks like overnight success is anything but.

We break down the real journey behind building a Made in USA company — from a small logging town in Montana to scaling a business that now employs over 100 people. Josh shares the moments that shaped him, from mentorship as a kid to the grind of earning bladesmith credentials and surviving the 2008 financial crash.

This conversation dives into:

• Entrepreneurship and scaling a business

• American manufacturing and supply chains

• Skilled trades and craftsmanship

• Leadership, hiring, and building culture

• The reality behind “overnight success”

• Risk, failure, and rebuilding

If you’re building something, leading a team, or trying to create a life through hard work and discipline, this episode is for you. 👉 Share this with someone who’s building something.

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Episode 106 of The Wild Chaos Podcast takes a hard look at one of the most uncomfortable questions in modern faith communities: where does church money actually go?

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We’re not attacking Christianity — we’re asking what happens when institutions handling billions in tithes and donations operate without the same financial transparency required of other nonprofits.

Joining us is Chris Ayyub, co-founder of Broken Shepherd and executive producer of The Religion Business, now streaming. He breaks down the legal and cultural loopholes that allow church finances to remain largely opaque, including IRS 990 exemptions, housing allowances, and real estate structures that can quietly build wealth behind the scenes.

We also connect this issue to what matters most: protecting people — especially children. From grooming patterns and sextortion to NDAs and overwhelmed ICAC task forces, this conversation highlights why transparency and accountability aren’t just financial issues — they’re safety issues.

If you’ve ever questioned where your donations go or how to give with confidence, this episode puts language to that instinct.

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He survived the fight. But the war didn’t end when he came home. This is what sniper stories leave out.

Episode 105 of The Wild Chaos Podcast features Daniel “Litz” Litzenberger — former US Army Ranger sniper with multiple deployments to Afghanistan.

To watch the episode in studio, visit: https://youtu.be/-7m0tF6qYlU

We break down what it really takes to make it through Ranger selection, sniper training, and combat operations where decisions happen in seconds and consequences last forever. From direct action missions to overwatch and close-range engagements, Dan shares the moments that don’t make it into movies.

He walks us through intense combat, including a 45-minute firefight supported by machine guns, mortars, Apaches, and AC-130s, and the reality of gear failures, pressure, and making life-or-death calls under stress.

But this conversation goes further. We dive into the aftermath of war — PTSD, identity loss, addiction, psychosis, and a suicide attempt. Dan shares what actually helped him rebuild: sobriety, jiu-jitsu, yoga, music therapy, trauma-release work, and faith.

Today, he leads The Ranch Foundation and the Holistic Healing Project, helping veterans find real, sustainable paths forward. If you feel inclined to learn more and support, visit: https://givebutter.com/the-ranch-foundation-veteran-healing-fund or https://www.theranchfoundation.com/ and follow their journey on Instagram at @the_ranch_foundation

If you care about military stories, sniper operations, combat reality, PTSD recovery, and veteran mental health — this episode is one you won’t forget.

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