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Andy Stumpf
It is safe to say that I have wandered a bit. I served in the military, flew some jets, jumped out of most, climbed mountains (I jumped off of them too), taught fitness, owned a gym, and have spent the last few years speaking to organizations and leaders. It has been a journey, and in all honesty, I have no idea where it is going. I seek the things that make me uncomfortable. I move towards things that scare me. I think you should too
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Apr 3, 2026 • 1h 3min
42-Year-Old Privates in the Army and the Purpose of Struggle | Full Auto Friday | 4.3.2026
Discussion of the Army raising its maximum enlistment age to 42 and what that means for recruitment and operational roles. Exploration of how struggle, sacrifice, and work give life meaning versus empty retirement. Reflections from hospice experience about what people truly want at the end of life. A critique of comparing yourself to elite performers and the value of measuring progress against your past self.
Mar 30, 2026 • 2h 33min
Ride it Until the Wheels Fall Off | Travis Pastrana | Ep. 439
Travis Pastrana, 17-time X Games gold medalist and Nitro Circus founder, is a motorsport and stunt legend. He talks Daytona 500 strategy, split-second risk decisions, surviving massive crashes and concussion research. He shares how family, veterans, and Pastrana Land shape his life and why he keeps chasing big thrills.
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Mar 27, 2026 • 1h 5min
Jack Reacher, Blow Darts, a Quadruple Amputee Murder Case | Negligent Discharge Friday | 3.27.2026
They riff on a bodycam confrontation that ends in a self-defense ruling and why physical escalation backfires. A baffling murder case involving a quadruple amputee in a Tesla and questions about how the shooting happened. Debate over presidential remarks, intelligence authority, and odd geopolitical claims about an Iran “gift.” Airport chaos, unpaid TSA staff, and a congressional perk backlash round out the headlines.
Mar 23, 2026 • 2h 48min
Schools, Cover-Ups, and the Epstein Files | Rich Hy | Ep. 438
Rich Hy, a Buffalo Special Victims detective, Army Reserve drill sergeant, and creator of Angry Cops, joins to talk investigations and policing. He recounts the Buffalo schools probe and missing evidence. He parses the Epstein files versus verified proof. They also discuss internet policing, creator accountability, and the realities of police work and military culture.
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Mar 20, 2026 • 1h 4min
The Monster Might Be a Sock Puppet | Full Auto Friday | 3.20.2026
A listener flies across the country to declare love and Andy praises bold risk-taking. Practical relationship advice centers on communication, patience, and listening before fixing problems. A 30-year-old’s chronic worst-case thinking sparks a discussion on reframing fears and seeking professional help. Tips on starting small with walks, weightlifting, and picking the right jiu-jitsu gym by inspecting the mat culture.
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Mar 16, 2026 • 2h 54min
Government Overreach, Lying About Your Service, and Rowing to Hawaii | Greg Anderson | Ep. 437
Greg Anderson, former Army Ranger and deputy U.S. Marshal turned gym owner and Jiu-Jitsu instructor, talks about rowing unsupported to Hawaii with a four-man Ronic 45. He describes 3-on/3-off watches, boat layout and why he sought a new hard challenge. He also recounts a surreal zoning fight over parking and wetlands, discusses his new book, and reflects on honesty about military service and training culture.
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Mar 13, 2026 • 1h 18min
Iran, The Draft, and Smuggled Ants | Negligent Discharge Friday | 3.13.2026
Conversations jump from Iran and the risks of outdated intelligence to debates about a possible draft and mandatory service. Legal limits on presidential military power and who benefits from perpetual wars come up. Snowden and the surveillance state are questioned alongside AI deepfakes and emotional chatbots. A bizarre story about someone arrested for smuggling 2,200 ants adds a surreal twist.
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Mar 9, 2026 • 2h 49min
Wellness and Resiliency Are Not the Same Thing | Erica Gaines | Ep. 436
Erica Gaines, founder of TacMobility and former 'Knife Girl' who trains law enforcement in stress physiology and resiliency. She recounts a life-changing use-of-force simulator and explores why suicide tops line-of-duty deaths. Short takes cover policing culture, tactical mobility (rebranded yoga), dispatch trauma, women improving de-escalation, cynicism after service, and the gap between wellness programs and real resiliency training.
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Mar 6, 2026 • 59min
Pack Light, Fight Hard, Say What Needs to Be Said | Full Auto Friday | 3.6.2026
A rapid Q&A tackling heavy real-life dilemmas. A practical tour of an EDC fanny pack and why it matters. Advice on whether to pursue the Marines while dealing with health and addiction. Strategies for navigating toxic family dynamics and setting boundaries. A candid reflection on facing a loved one’s terminal illness and the importance of saying what needs to be said.
Mar 2, 2026 • 2h 40min
Inside Cartel Conflict and the Reality At The Border | Oscar Hagelsieb | Ep. 435
Oscar Hagelsieb, a Mexican-American former federal investigator who rose from Border Patrol to ASAC of HSI El Paso and appears in Kingdom of Shadows. He recounts undercover work infiltrating cartels and smuggling rings. He discusses cartel drone tactics, plaza politics, operational strain on investigations, policy limits at the border, and the personal toll of undercover life.
