Could you get through selection to the nation’s elite Special Operations Forces? To become a SEAL, a Ranger, a Green Beret, a PJ, a Raider? Today’s episode zeroes in on the physicality required. To serve in the nation’s most elite units, operators need the physical fitness of a professional athlete.  Want to know how SOF operators can get peak performance out of their bodies? What is the best way for you to protect yourself in an unexpected attack? Today’s guest Scott Sonnon is a phenomenal expert and Senior Staff Scientist in charge of Operational Readiness for SOF elements in the Department of Defense. He’s an expert in martial arts (World Champion in fact) and fitness (Men’s Health Magazine “World’s Smartest Workout,” Top 25 Trainers in the World (Men’s Fitness Magazine, Top 7 Most Influential Instructors (Black Belt Magazine)). Today you’re getting hooked up with access to Scott’s unrivalled expertise who the most elite warriors turn to for advice. Find out if you are making the 3 biggest mistakes in strength training. Learn the 3 key things that can take anyone from zero to hero. Get the skinny about a style of martial arts popular with Russian special forces called Sambo.  Scott reveals the technique that will help you avoid blows. And the secret to absorbing blows without it affecting your ability to fight and win. And why is a chair one of your worst enemies? Find out the answer and much, much more insider knowledge today. Are you drinking coffee with heavy cream? No? Big mistake. Find out why. And don’t miss discovering which foreign special forces is going to serve you sea rat?

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Tactical Talk sounds like nothing else. Who hasn’t wanted the chance to hang out with the real life warriors who can do Jason Bourne and James Bond type stuff? 

And here’s the thing…how would you ever find these guys to buy them a beer and hopefully hear a story or two? They excel at all things covert and the most talented operators tend to be incredibly humble, true to the code of “quiet professionals” – so it will definitely not be obvious that they are, who they are...folks in the business of protecting the United States and impossibly good at it. 

Well, now you know where to find them. Every week, you’ve got a seat at the table. From Special Operations ultimate tactical professionals through to 4-Star Generals and Admirals, host Allison Barrie will introduce you to a line up of fascinating warriors who you need to meet.

So what do these guys talk about when they hang out together? Download to pull up a bar stool and find out.

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Rescuing abandoned puppies in war zones…just one of the many stories that you will hear today that reveal the incredible compassion and kindness America’s most elite warriors possess. Amidst all the badassery, guns ablazin, bad guy stopping and impossible missions made possible by commandos in their covert world, there’s also a whole lot of stuff you never get to hear about in the movies, tv shows and books on them. Today, you get the privilege of hanging out with Command Chief Master Sergeant Bruce Dixon, 24th Special Operations Wing, Air Force Special Operations Command, Hurlburt Field Bruce Dixon - and he’s hooking you up with the real scoop on life in this intense, unseen covert world. Currently, he’s the Director of Training/ Assist. Director of Operations at the Special Tactics Training Squadron– that’s where the final training phases for Special Tactics operators happen before they get assigned to an operational squadron and start to deploy. Talk about an amazing opportunity to discover more about the CCT world! Bruce takes you inside what life is like for commandos in war -  like doing battle with an ugly, vicious, huge clawed critter while under attack from the human enemy. Tag along on a commando adventure rescuing puppies deep in enemy territory. Find out what happens when commandos are faced with an erupting volcano – make sure not to miss Bruce’s description where he paints a vivid picture of what it is like operating in biblical conditions with volcanic ash blocking out the light….day became darkness with lightning setting the ash ablaze in the sky above while Bruce and his buddies helped evacuate folks to safety. What is it like staying behind as the mission essential team while everyone else has fled to safety and more than 250 earthquakes hit? You’ll find out and much, much more. Each of Bruce’s anecdotes will inspire you and fire you up…through hearing how he and his buddies handled epic challenges, you’re getting a master class in how to handle any scary moments that may come your way. Bruce was close friends with the remarkable John Chapman who was recently – and more than well deservedly - given the Medal of Honor. In today’s episode, you also get the special privilege of hearing more about Chapman and the immense courage he showed on that mountain top. Bruce headed out to that same location and same area about 2 weeks later – just one of the many reasons it is important to hear his unique perspective. From intense, dangerous battles through to hilarious moments downrange, this is one jam-packed unmissable episode.

ERUPTING VOLCANOS, GIANT SPIDERS, PUPPIES + MORE SURPRISES ON MISSIONS w/ THIS FASCINATING AIR FORCE COMMANDO

Today’s Air Commando guest recently was awarded the Silver Star for “extraordinary bravery, technical skill, and complete disregard for his own safety.” The citation explains that during two different battles, West repeatedly “exposed himself to direct and accurate enemy fire” while coordinating 88 fixed and rotary wing aircraft; intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance platforms; and medical evacuation assets. We get the privilege of hanging out with Mike West just as he’s left the military after more than 30 years defending our country. He takes you inside those battles and explains what it was like calling in 24,000 pounds of precision ordnance to protect his fellow Americans against “waves of enemy attacks.”  In fact, in just this situation alone cited he is credited with saving the lives of 51 Special Forces soldiers and 33 coalition partners. Mike also shares with you the incredibly inspiring story of his friend, fellow commando John Chapman who was recently awarded the Medal of Honor. Hear about how they would restore antique cars together and find out how one extremely covetable one made a guest appearance in a way that might surprise you. In this episode, you’ll learn heaps about the Special Tactics commando culture and find loads of ideas in it you can apply to crush it in your own life from facing seemingly insurmountable problems head on through to power of harnessing courage and wisdom.

Turning the Tide of Battles: Inside Air Commandos Average Day at Work w/ Silver Star recipient Mike West

Valentine's Day is closing in....great time of year to check in on the art of being a man. In this second half hang out with CAG (DELTA Force) legend Pat McNamara, you're getting hooking up again with this rare look inside such a covert world - and one committed to surpassing excellence in all things. Expect more hard-hitting ground truth from Pat - you're getting him raw and unfiltered with more of his straight talk in this ride along. Patrick McNamara spent 22 years in the United States Army in many special operations units. In doing so, he became a remarkable marksman and an ultimate man's man. Allison throws Pat some more tough questions and he nails every single one. Pat breaks down what it truly takes to be a real man. He even hooks you up with advice not just on hitting your paper targets masterfully...but on scoring a date with that person you've had your eye on. Pat explains the gentlemanly side to being a warrior and arms you with top tips on how to execute dating like the nation's most elite warriors.  You'll get to hear more firsthand about everyday defense - including his advice on what you should carry every day on your person and in your vehicle. Don't miss more of his unforgettable stories and must-know insider knowledge. Pat retired from the Army's premier hostage rescue unit as a Sergeant Major and is the author of T.A.P.S. (Tactical Application of Practical Shooting) and Sentinel. Make sure to listen to the first half of this rare opportunity to hang out with such an elite commando hailing from this remarkable covert force.

MAN UP IN 2019. INSIDER'S GUIDE TO RIPPED, READY 4 ANYTHING + ROCKING MANLINESS. W/ MASTER MARKSMAN PAT MACNAMARA

Join in on the insider combatives conversation for more ultimate Black Belt badassery in this Part 2 with Alan Shebaro. Alan gives you some straight talk on some of America’s favorite movies and tv shows. This remarkable Special Forces black belt reveals how real combatives are different to the Hollywood version. He shares 3 secrets to his epic success in fighting. Find out what the 4 key advantages that Mixed Martial Arts training provides for real life commandos. Learn what Judo adds to a warfighter's toolkit in a battlespace scenarios. Discover how juijitso is helpful to special operations operators. Alan has also had extraordinary success in is Olympic Weightlifting. Find out the inside story on why this remarkable fighter got into Olympic Weightlifting.  Alan also shares his deep expertise with the very best fighting for law enforcement. For terrorist attacks on the homeland, active shooters, hostage rescue and more…This highly sought after coach describes the best skills for law enforcement – and civilians- to master for crucial advantages. Many people are intimidated by this whole elite world of fighting at the highest level. Folks think you have to be Hercules or Thor to undertake any of the disciplines we discussed...and yet Alan has coached guys who have lost limbs and they train with you and crush it. This amazing veteran donates a huge amount of his time and expertise for working with wounded veterans. We Defy is an extraordinary initiative and Alan shares some powerful stories of some wounded veterans who he has worked with that will leave you massively motivated to hit the gym. Don’t miss the icebreakers with Alan in Part 1 too which are also unforgettable.

DEFY LIKE A BLACK BELT CHAMPION + SPECIAL FORCES COMMANDO ALAN SHEBARO [PART 2]

Hand to hand fighting between the nation’s most elite warriors and enemy forces…what does it take? Our special guest this week has such a unique perspective.  Not only did Alan Shebaro serve in U.S. Army Special Forces as a Weapons Sergeant Alan and a formidable World Champion Black Belt…he has deep experience training a wide range of elite warriors: Special Forces, Rangers, SEALs, PJs, CCTs, and Marine Corps Force Recon. You are getting quite the Christmas treat having the rare privilege of spending time with this massively sought-after expert. This week you’ll find out how he trains these different types of most elite warriors. Learn how and why the training varies. Alan talks about the key advantages to Mixed Martial Arts training. He reveals how real combatives are different to the fight scenes in the Hollywood movies and reveals what is real in your favorite shows/movies too. Join us after Christmas for Part 2 and more very special, direct access to this extraordinary American warrior.

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