Best Matt Ritter Podcasts (2025)

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Lead Poisoning is Preventable with Eric Ritter 1:46:34

2h ago1:46:34

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Do you live in an older home or love purchasing cookware from thrift stores? You could be exposed to the heavy metal lead which can increase ADHD and lower IQ. It can also elevate blood pressure and even lead to more serious effects like heart attacks. Eric Ritter created an affordable at-home test called Fluoro-Spec that allows you to become a lea…

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Nicholas Allen: Fitness, Sobriety & Mental Health After the Military 45:46

1h ago45:46

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Send us a text In this energizing episode of Security Halt!, host Deny Caballero reconnects with friend and fellow veteran Nicholas Allen for a wide-ranging conversation on the intersections of fitness, mental health, and personal development. Together, they dive into the struggles of balancing work, education, and recovery after injury—while maint…

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Todd Strader on TBI, Alcohol, and the Fight for Veteran Brain Health 50:18

3h ago50:18

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Send us a text In this powerful episode of Security Halt!, host Deny Caballero is joined by veteran and brain injury advocate Todd Strader for a raw and revealing conversation on the long-term effects of chronic blast exposure, alcohol use, and traumatic brain injuries (TBI) in the military. Todd opens up about his personal battle with impulsivity,…

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308: Why engineering feedback loops fail (and how to avoid that) - with Port's Zohar Einy 11:31

1h ago11:31

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In this episode, Jenna interviews Zohar Einy, CEO of Port, about engineering feedback loops. They discuss: The purpose of engineering feedback loops Where most organizations go wrong What makes feedback actually actionable

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#131 - The Loneliness Economy 30:40

6h ago30:40

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An entire ecosystem is being built around confronting the loneliness epidemic. Matt and Karo discuss all the new ways help is there for you and all the pros and cons.The Government even has an entire program to help you become more socially fit. Watch this episode on YouTube! Get MOTY merch at manoftheyearpodcast.com Man of the Year on Instagram, Y…

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How to Build a Solo Business That Funds Your Dream Life With Joe McKay 1:03:33

1d ago1:03:33

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#532: Joe McKay is an Australian business coach and solopreneur mentor who helps founders and solo business owners build thriving, opportunity-generating brands. After leaving a secure government job in Australia, Joe relocated his family to France, where he grew a six-figure solo business by overcoming his own fears of posting online and sharing h…

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Eric Tansey on Life as a Veteran, Cop, & Author 1:05:09

1d ago1:05:09

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Send us a text What do late-night patrols, police academy chaos, and laugh-out-loud storytelling have in common? In this episode of Security Halt!, host Deny Caballero sits down with veteran, former law enforcement officer, and author Eric Tansey to explore a journey packed with grit, growth, and unexpected humor. Eric opens up about his transition…

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Jess Tandler: West Point, Infantry Leadership & Life After Service 1:20:55

6d ago1:20:55

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Send us a text In this empowering episode of Security Halt!, host Deny Caballero sits down with Jess Tandler—a West Point graduate, former infantry officer, and trailblazing female leader in the military. Jess shares her raw and inspiring journey through the ranks, from her early days in a military household to tackling the challenges of Ranger Sch…

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From Marine to Navy SEAL: Tommy Richardson on Faith, Combat & Resilience 50:29

6d ago50:29

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Send us a text In this powerful episode of Security Halt!, host Deny Caballero is joined by Marine Corps veteran and former Navy SEAL, Tommy Richardson. From overcoming childhood bullying to serving in some of the world’s most elite combat units, Tommy shares his deeply personal story of resilience, brotherhood, and the unbreakable warrior spirit. …

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307: Value Stream Management is getting a boost from AI (Sponsored by Broadcom) 11:48

7d ago11:48

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Thank you to Broadcom for sponsoring this episode. Learn more about their VSM offerings here: https://www.broadcom.com/products/software/value-stream-management In this episode, Dave interviews Jean-Louis Vignaud, head of ValueOps at Broadcom, about how VSM and AI are coming together. They discuss: The business implications of using AI in VSM Conce…

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#130 - #NoRegrets 34:49

7d ago34:49

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We all have regrets in life – but we don’t often talk about friendship regret – that falling out you never reconciled, that misunderstanding you never corrected, that old pal you never picked up the phone and called. This week Matt and Karo talk about how to deal with and avoid friendship regret. Also, vasectomies. Watch this episode on YouTube! Ge…

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Dr. Leah Kaylor, Ph.D., MSCP: Mastering Sleep for Peak Mental Health 51:12

8d ago51:12

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Send us a text In this powerful episode of Security Halt!, host Deny Caballero sits down with Dr. Leah Kaylor, Ph.D., MSCP, a leading expert in sleep science and mental health, to uncover the critical role of sleep in optimizing mental health, cognitive performance, and emotional resilience. Together, they debunk the most common sleep myths, highli…

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Q&A: MCAS and ADHD Solutions and the Best Prenatal Supplements 1:40:30

11d ago1:40:30

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In this episode I answer questions that listeners sent in. They include: How did I become so successful? I talk about my journey with building my own business and how I started in my parents garage. Eventually I’ll record an entire show telling the whole story in depth but I give the short version in this one. How to restore dental health in a brea…

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Chuck Ritter on mastering Leadership and Overcoming Failure 53:44

13d ago53:44

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Send us a text In this powerful episode of Security Halt!, Deny Caballero sits down with Charles "Chuck" Ritter to dive deep into the fundamentals of military leadership, mastering the basics, and the transition from junior to senior NCO roles in Special Operations. They explore the crucial role humor plays in maintaining morale, the power of authe…

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306: TLS certificate lifespans shortening to 47 days by 2029 (with DigiCert's Dean Coclin) 13:27

14d ago13:27

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In this episode, Jenna interviews Dean Coclin, senior director of Industry Strategy at DigiCert, about the recent vote by the CA/Browser Forum to shorten the lifespan of TLS certificates to 47 days by 2029. They discuss: The schedule for the changes and the gradual increments lifespans will shorten by The rationale behind shortening certificate lif…

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#129 - Rebound Friendships 31:31

14d ago31:31

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This week, Karo and Matt dive into the world of rebound friendships—the new buddies you make following a friend break-up. We talk about how to move on without bitterness, what to look for in new friendships, and why rebounds aren’t just for romance. Watch this episode on YouTube! Get MOTY merch at manoftheyearpodcast.com Man of the Year on Instagra…

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From Special Operations to Medical School: Ricky Ditzel Jr. on Leadership, Identity & the SOF to SOM Journey 1:01:41

16d ago1:01:41

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Send us a text What does it take for a Special Operations veteran to transition from battlefield leadership to becoming a future leader in medicine? In this compelling episode of Security Halt!, host Deny Caballero sits down with Ricky Ditzel Jr., a former U.S. Army Special Operations Flight Paramedic with the 160th Special Operations Aviation Regi…

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Debunking Methylene Blue Fears with Dr Scott Sherr 1:25:37

18d ago1:25:37

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Recently there has been a plethora of articles painting the popular supplement methylene blue in a bad light. Some of the claims include: its synthetic so that makes it unsafe, it will stain your brain permanently blue, it will cause excessive serotonin in the brain, and that it could decrease mitochondrial function in people with healthy mitochond…

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Psychedelics, Pain & Purpose: Diego Ugalde on 5-MeO-DMT, Ego Death, and the Path to Healing 54:38

19d ago54:38

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Send us a text What happens when a Special Operations veteran confronts ego death, suffering, and healing through psychedelics? In this deeply introspective episode of Security Halt!, host Deny Caballero sits down with Diego Ugalde, who shares his life-changing experiences with 5-MeO-DMT and other psychedelic therapies. Together, they explore the c…

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Healing TBI & PTSD with HBOT: Green Beret Wren Murray on Recovery & Revival 53:00

20d ago53:00

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Send us a text What happens when a Green Beret turns patient, entrepreneur, and healing advocate? In this powerful episode of Security Halt!, host Deny Caballero sits down with Wren Murray, former Special Forces operator and founder of Revival Hyperbarics, to explore how Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy (HBOT) is transforming recovery for veterans sufferi…

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305: Why PostgreSQL became the database of choice for cloud native development (with Neon's Heikki Linnakangas) 11:06

21d ago11:06

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In this episode, Dave Rubinstein interviews Heikki Linnakangas, co-founder of Neon, a company that provides Postgres solutions. They discuss: The factors that have contributed to adoption of PostgreSQL Why PostgreSQL has leapfrogged over MySQL in popularity What to expect in PostgreSQL 18

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#128 - The Invisible Men 35:10

21d ago35:10

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Karo and Matt tackle the quiet, heavy feeling of invisibility that can creep into male friendships. We explore why so many men feel unseen—even among their closest friends. We talk about the unspoken rules that keep guys from reaching out, and the cost of staying silent. Plus, how taking the smallest step to “be the friend” can help break the spell…

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From Navy SEAL to French Foreign Legion: Taylor Cavanaugh on Self-Sabotage, Discipline, and Transformation 45:30

22d ago45:30

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Send us a text What happens when a Navy SEAL hits rock bottom and finds clarity in the chaos? In this gripping episode of the Security Halt! Podcast, Deny Caballero sits down with Taylor Cavanaugh, a former Navy SEAL turned French Foreign Legionnaire, to explore his powerful journey through self-sabotage, addiction, identity loss, and ultimate rede…

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Defining Cancer and Sharing Solutions 1:16:41

26d ago1:16:41

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A cancer diagnosis is a scary thing. It often comes out of nowhere and happens with people that are either living a healthier lifestyle or are close to others that do. Obviously the natural health community is missing pieces of the puzzle. This episode is an addendum to one I recorded four years ago about cancer solutions. I have changed my mind on…

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Is the future of food already broken — or are we just disconnected from it? 52:12

26d ago52:12

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Send us a text In this eye-opening episode of Security Halt!, host Deny Caballero sits down with Patrick Samuels — veteran entrepreneur, farmer, and advocate for sustainable agriculture — to unpack the hard truths behind the modern food industry. From misleading “pasture-raised” labels to the decentralization of food production, Patrick shares his …

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What happens when military service ends — but the real battles begin at home? 1:17:48

28d ago1:17:48

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Send us a text In this episode of Security Halt!, host Deny Caballero sits down with Merrill Slepica — C-130 Gunner, veteran entrepreneur, and founder of Hammer 41 Leatherworks — to unpack the raw realities of life after the military. From combat deployments to the quiet struggles of fatherhood, divorce, and mental health — Merrill shares his journ…

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304: The skills developers need in an era of AI development (with AWS' Antje Barth) 14:52

28d ago14:52

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In this episode, Jenna Barron interviews Antje Barth, principal developer advocate for generative AI at AWS. They discuss: The skills that are becoming more important as AI adoption increases The emergence of the AI engineering role The trend of "vibe coding" Resources: Amazon Q Developer Episode transcript…

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#127 - Social Fitness Test Revisited 34:49

1M ago34:49

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It's been a year since we last did our score count. Have you improved in any category? Is there a balance to your friendships? Are you being more vulnerable, scratching beyond the surface? Do you have a good circle that lives nearby? Have you built a trophy? We wanna hear from you! Watch this episode on YouTube! Get MOTY merch at manoftheyearpodcas…

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Veteran Mindset Shift: Marriage, Masculinity, and Finding Purpose After the Military 52:52

30d ago52:52

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Send us a text What does it take for veterans to truly thrive after service? In this powerful episode of Security Halt!, host Deny Caballero sits down with George Hayworth — a former corporate professional turned men’s growth coach — to explore the hard truths about transition, marriage, masculinity, and mental health. George shares his raw and unf…

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French Cuisine and Healing Using Organ Meats with Tania Teschke 1:53:56

1M ago1:53:56

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Tania Teschke is the author of the Bordeaux Kitchen: An Immersion into French Food and Wine, inspired by ancestral traditions. In this episode she shares her recovery from a vegetarian diet and a ruptured appendix using animal foods and specifically organ meats. She’s talks about why farmers markets are important, why she likes clarified butter, st…

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Climbing Kilimanjaro & Raising Resilient Kids | Joshua Skovlund on Veteran Mindset & Adventure 43:34

1M ago43:34

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Send us a text What does it take to summit Kilimanjaro — physically, mentally, and spiritually — while balancing the challenges of parenthood and veteran life?In this powerful episode of Security Halt!, Green Beret veteran Deny Caballero sits down with Joshua Skovlund — journalist, adventurer, veteran, and storyteller — to unpack life lessons from …

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From Military to Entrepreneur: Building Team Easties 47:39

1M ago47:39

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Send us a text In this episode of Security Halt!, host Deny Caballero sits down with Jason Marks, a Special Operations veteran and founder of Team Easties an outdoors gear company, together they explore the intersection of entrepreneurship, military resilience, and innovation. Jason shares his journey from combat zones to product design labs, divin…

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303: How AI agents are transforming how software is built (with GitLab's Emilio Salvador) 14:33

1M ago14:33

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In this episode, Jenna Barron speaks with Emilio Salvador, vice president of strategy and developer relations at GitLab, about AI agents in software development. Key talking points include: How AI agents compare to traditional forms of automation in the software development process Challenges teams may face when implementing agents The impact AI ag…

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#126 - Moving for Friends 31:18

1M ago31:18

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Matt and Karo give a scorching hot take. It's perfectly normal to move for a love interest, but it's really not at all discussed whether you should move for your friends. Matt chased after Karo in California and maybe you should move if your bff is elsewhere. It's at least worth debating. Watch this episode on YouTube! Get MOTY merch at manoftheyea…

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Embracing Change and Building Social Muscles with Henna Pryor 1:14:44

1M ago1:14:44

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#531 - Henna Pryor, CSP is a dynamic Workplace Performance Expert who speaks and writes about performance mindset, interpersonal dynamics, high-impact communication, and embracing bumps in a world that keeps optimizing for smoothness. She is a regular Expert Columnist for Inc. Magazine, 18x award-winning author of Good Awkward, and an in-demand glo…

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Olympian and Race car driver, AJ Muss: From Brain Trauma to Recovery & Racing 54:28

1M ago54:28

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Send us a text In this powerful episode of Security Halt!, host Deny Caballero sits down with Aaron "AJ" Muss, Olympic snowboarder and professional race car driver, to unpack a raw and transformative journey through brain trauma, addiction recovery, and elite performance. AJ opens up about surviving a near-fatal accident, the physical and emotional…

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We Didn't Used to Have Dirty Electricity with BD Erickson 1:32:09

1M ago1:32:09

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When we plug a new electronic device into our home we might think about how many watts it consumes but we never think about whether it could be a source of dirty electricity (DE). DE is created when a device switches power supplies and changes from DC to AC or vice versa with an inverter. It is a high frequency voltage transient that rides along th…

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Dino Garner on Mentorship, Innovation & PTSD Recovery: From Military Service to Scientific Discovery 49:20

1M ago49:20

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Send us a text From the Front Lines to the Lab: Dino Garner’s Extraordinary Journey of Service, Science, and Support In this captivating episode of Security Halt!, host Deny Caballero sits down with Dino Garner—veteran, innovator, author, and scientist—for a wide-ranging conversation on mentorship, resilience, and redefining purpose after military …

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Ketamine Therapy & Conscious Healing: Christi Myers on PTSD, Purpose, and Mental Health Recovery 59:46

1M ago59:46

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Send us a text What if healing trauma required a shift in consciousness? In this powerful episode of Security Halt!, host Deny Caballero sits down with Christi Myers, a former emergency medicine professional turned ketamine therapy advocate. Together, they explore the groundbreaking role of ketamine therapy in treating PTSD, trauma, and mental heal…

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302: Breaking down the barriers to serverless adoption (with DBOS' Jeremy Edberg) 9:54

1M ago9:54

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In this episode, David Rubinstein interviews Jeremy Edberg, CEO of DBOS, about the current state of serverless. They discuss: Why serverless adoption has stagnated The complexity of serverless architecture What needs to change to increase adoptionBy SD Times

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#125 - Our Final Episode (April Fools’!) 31:51

2M ago31:51

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Don’t worry, you’re not getting rid of us that easily! Today Karo and Matt introduce “limited series” – friendship activities that have a finite end date so they’re not as much of a commitment. The guys also discuss April Fools’ Day, the prank-industrial complex, and why their hometown is famous for the greatest prank of all time. Watch this episod…

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Healing Together: Jay & Kaila Fain on Veteran Trauma, Love, and Resilience 51:25

1M ago51:25

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Send us a text What does it take to heal together after trauma? In this deeply moving episode of Security Halt!, host Deny Caballero is joined by Jay and Kaila Fain—a couple who have faced the raw realities of trauma, military service, and recovery together. Their story sheds light on the emotional toll of mental health struggles, military sexual t…

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Quantum and Scalar EMF Protection Devices are Probably BS 35:20

2M ago35:20

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If you follow me on social media you may have seen me sporting a double barrel shotgun and opening up some quantum scalar devices to see whats inside of them. You would think that companies would be transparent and show the inner components on their website but they do not. There is a lot of proprietary language and that you just have to believe th…

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From Military Spouse to CEO: How Michelle Penczak Built a Business Empowering Families 46:12

2M ago46:12

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Send us a text Military spouses are often the unsung heroes of service—balancing life, family, and identity while navigating constant change. But what happens when one turns that challenge into a thriving business? In this empowering episode of Security Halt!, host Deny Caballero sits down with Michelle Penczak, military spouse, entrepreneur, and f…

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Jason McCoy on Archery Therapy, Faith & Healing 44:21

2M ago44:21

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Send us a text What happens when a Special Operations veteran finds healing through archery? In this powerful episode of Security Halt!, host Deny Caballero sits down with Jason McCoy, Air Force Veteran, advocate and founder of ENDEX Archery, a nonprofit organization dedicated to helping veterans heal through archery therapy and community support. …

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301: What's new in Java 24 (with Azul's Simon Ritter) 16:24

2M ago16:24

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In this episode, Jenna Barron interviews Simon Ritter, deputy CTO of Azul, about the six features in Java 24 he thinks are most exciting, including faster startup times for Java apps, improvements to the Stream Gatherers API, and more. Learn more about Java 24 here: https://sdtimes.com/java/java-24-is-now-available-with-release-of-stream-gatherers-…

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#124 - Q1 Friendship Check In 33:08

2M ago33:08

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Since we are about to hit the end of our first fiscal friendship quarter, we thought it made sense to track our progress. How has your social fitness improved since Jan 1 and what are some areas to revisit and lock in on? Watch this episode on YouTube! Get MOTY merch at manoftheyearpodcast.com Man of the Year on Instagram, YouTube, and TikTok Matt …

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From Burnout to Breakthrough: Navigating Growth, Responsibility & Mental Health in the Veteran Space 44:25

2M ago44:25

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Send us a text In this powerful episode of Security Halt!, hosts Deny Caballero and Gordon "Gordo" Hurley dive deep into the real-life challenges and victories that come with transitioning through different seasons of life—especially for veterans and creators navigating the pressures of personal growth, mental health, and professional development. …

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Constructing a Healthy Home with Brian Johnson 2:26:44

2M ago2:26:44

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You are only as healthy as the environment you live in. From mold exposure to volatile organic compounds to electromagnetic radiation, the list of exposures that our body has to process is extensive. Holding a triple certification from the Building Biology Institute, Brian Johnson is cahgnign the way that we think about home construction. He educat…

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Matt Ferry on Fishing, Sobriety & Veteran Mental Health 49:34

2M ago49:34

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Send us a text In this episode of Security Halt!, Deny Caballero sits down with Matt Ferry from Veterans Fishing to explore the power of community, vulnerability, and alternative healing methods in veteran recovery. Fishing as Therapy – How spending time on the water has become a lifeline for veterans struggling with PTSD, addiction, and mental hea…

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