Security Halt Podcast

Episode 479 Part 1 | Benjamin Reed: U.S. Army Veteran in the Ukraine War

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Episode 479 Part 1 | Benjamin Reed: U.S. Army Veteran in the Ukraine War Deny Caballero interviews Benjamin Reed, a U.S. Army veteran and former private contractor, about his experience volunteering in the Russia-Ukraine war. Explore his journey from military service to frontline combat, foreign volunteer units, drone reconnaissance, combat stress, and the realities of war.

Topics: Why Benjamin Reed's Russia Story Starts With a Controversial Hook · Army Military Police Service, Languages & Eastern Europe · Belarus Protests in 2020: Unrest, Blackouts & Leaving the Country · Personal Struggles, Russia's Invasion & Volunteering for Ukraine · Humanitarian NGOs, Kyiv & Training Ukrainian Volunteers · Personal Loss, Purpose & the Decision to Fight in Ukraine

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How Horses Helped an Army Veteran Rebuild His Life | Zachary Leyden

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Guest: Zachary Leyden

How Horses Helped an Army Veteran Rebuild His Life | Zachary Leyden Deny Caballero speaks with Zachary Leyden about his personal journey, professional experiences, and the role horses played in helping an Army veteran rebuild his life. Discover a thoughtful conversation about resilience, healing, and life after military service.

Topics: Why Military Transition Is Difficult for Veterans · Zachary Leyden's Army Infantry & Long-Range Surveillance Service · Leaving Active Duty & Returning to the Army Reserves · Veteran Grief, Alcohol Misuse & Life After Service · How Horses Helped Zachary Reconnect With Himself · Free Horseback Riding for Veterans: A Pay-It-Forward Business

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Episode 477 | Aaron Blaine on Building Wild Ops Box & Teaching Kids Outdoor Survival Skills

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Episode 477 | Aaron Blaine on Building Wild Ops Box & Teaching Kids Outdoor Survival Skills Deny Caballero interviews Green Beret veteran Aaron Blaine, founder of Wild Ops Box, about teaching children outdoor survival skills through hands-on activities and family adventures. Discover how military experience, fatherhood, mentorship, and veteran entrepreneurship inspired a purpose-driven business.

Topics: Meet Aaron Blaine: From Green Beret to Wild Ops Box · How Childhood Outdoor Adventures Inspired Wild Ops Box · The 12-Month Outdoor Survival Skills Curriculum · Why Kids Need Nature, Adventure & Hands-On Learning · Teaching Resourcefulness & Outdoor Problem-Solving · Boredom, Creativity & Simple Outdoor Adventures

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Episode 476 | Broc Trammell & Connor Secor on Building Thumos for Veteran Brain Health

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Episode 476 | Broc Trammell & Connor Secor on Building Thumos for Veteran Brain Health Deny Caballero interviews Broc Trammell and Connor Secor, founders of Thumos, about veteran entrepreneurship, brain health supplements, and building a mission-driven business. Discover their approach to product development, transparency, leadership, and supporting veterans through community and business growth.

Topics: Meet Broc Trammell & Connor Secor: The Mission Behind Thumos · The Origins of Thumos & Veteran Brain Health · Developing a Brain Health Supplement: Early Challenges · Faith, Purpose & Mission-Driven Entrepreneurship · Building Community & Supporting Veteran Mental Health · Military Brotherhood, Shared Experiences & Business

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Episode 475 | Miles Taylor on Cerebral Palsy, Faith and Defying Expectations

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Guest: Miles Taylor

Episode 475 | Miles Taylor on Cerebral Palsy, Faith and Defying Expectations Deny Caballero sits down with Miles Taylor on the Security Halt! Podcast to explore his journey through cerebral palsy, adoption, grief, and faith. Discover how family support, personal resilience, fitness, art, and community helped Miles find purpose and build a meaningful life.

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Samantha Juan on Childhood Trauma and Its Impact on Military Life

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Samantha Juan on Childhood Trauma and Its Impact on Military Life How does childhood trauma shape the way someone handles stress, emotions, and pressure in military life? Samantha Juan opens up about her personal experiences and the survival strategies she developed during a difficult upbringing.

Topics: Sam Juan's reasons for joining the military · Challenges of naturalization and military service as an immigrant · Experiences of trauma, abuse, and resilience · The culture of special operations and gender dynamics · Dealing with adversity and mental health in the military · The journey of healing through psychedelic therapy

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Justin Pickering on Why Combat Is Easier Than Life After Service | Security Halt Episode 473

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Justin Pickering on Why Combat Is Easier Than Life After Service | Security Halt Episode 473 Former Green Beret Justin Pickering joins Deny Caballero on Episode 473 of the Security Halt! Podcast to share why the hardest battles can begin after military service.

Topics: Justin's Childhood and Early Struggles · Joining the Military and Green Beret Path · The Transition from Combat to Civilian Life · Developing a Deliberate Mindset for Life · Dealing with Trauma and Emotional Challenges · The Power of Focus and Gratitude

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