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From Soldier to Songwriter: Michael Allen on Fatherhood, Music, and Mental Health

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In this powerful episode of Security Halt!, host Deny Caballero sits down with Michael Allen to explore the intersections of fatherhood, music, and military life. Michael opens up about the challenges of becoming a new parent while navigating the struggles of mental health, addiction, and the pressures of military service.

Through his journey, Michael has turned to songwriting and music as a path to healing, resilience, and personal growth. He shares the inspiration behind his upcoming projects, the importance of being present for his family, and how creativity has helped him stay grounded during difficult times.

This heartfelt conversation dives into the realities many veterans face—balancing personal battles with the responsibility of family and service—and highlights the power of community support, vulnerability, and self-expression.

👉 If you found value in this episode, don’t forget to follow, share, like, and subscribe to Security Halt! on Spotify, YouTube, and Apple Podcasts to keep these important conversations alive.

SPONSORED BY:

TITAN SARMS

Use code “CDENNY10”

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/titan_performance_llc/

Website: https://www.titansarms.com

PRECISION WELLNESS GROUP
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/precisionwellnessgroup/

Website: https://www.precisionwellnessgroup.com/
SPECIAL FORCES FOUNDATION
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Website: https://specialforcesfoundation.org/
Request Help: https://specialforcesfoundation.org/get-support/

Looking for hand crafted, custom work, military memorabilia or need something laser engraved? Connect with my good friend Eric Gilgenast.

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Instagram: @securityhalt

X: @SecurityHalt

Tik Tok: @security.halt.pod

LinkedIn: Deny Caballero

Follow Michael Today:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the.tactician.musician/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/the.tactician.musician

Support the show

Produced by Security Halt Media

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Chapters

1. Introduction and New Fatherhood (00:00:00)

2. Navigating Early Parenthood Challenges (00:07:16)

3. Michael's Musical Journey (00:12:19)

4. War Machine and Military Reflection (00:21:35)

5. Sobriety and Mental Health (00:28:40)

6. Music as Healing Therapy (00:38:12)

7. Upcoming EP and Future Plans (00:43:00)

332 episodes

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Manage episode 503161428 series 2829610
Content provided by Deny Caballero. All podcast content including episodes, graphics, and podcast descriptions are uploaded and provided directly by Deny Caballero or their podcast platform partner. If you believe someone is using your copyrighted work without your permission, you can follow the process outlined here https://podcastplayer.com/legal.

Let us know what you think! Text us!

In this powerful episode of Security Halt!, host Deny Caballero sits down with Michael Allen to explore the intersections of fatherhood, music, and military life. Michael opens up about the challenges of becoming a new parent while navigating the struggles of mental health, addiction, and the pressures of military service.

Through his journey, Michael has turned to songwriting and music as a path to healing, resilience, and personal growth. He shares the inspiration behind his upcoming projects, the importance of being present for his family, and how creativity has helped him stay grounded during difficult times.

This heartfelt conversation dives into the realities many veterans face—balancing personal battles with the responsibility of family and service—and highlights the power of community support, vulnerability, and self-expression.

👉 If you found value in this episode, don’t forget to follow, share, like, and subscribe to Security Halt! on Spotify, YouTube, and Apple Podcasts to keep these important conversations alive.

SPONSORED BY:

TITAN SARMS

Use code “CDENNY10”

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/titan_performance_llc/

Website: https://www.titansarms.com

PRECISION WELLNESS GROUP
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/precisionwellnessgroup/

Website: https://www.precisionwellnessgroup.com/
SPECIAL FORCES FOUNDATION
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/specialforcesfoundation_/
Website: https://specialforcesfoundation.org/
Request Help: https://specialforcesfoundation.org/get-support/

Looking for hand crafted, custom work, military memorabilia or need something laser engraved? Connect with my good friend Eric Gilgenast.

Instagram: haus_gilgenast_woodworks_main

https://www.instagram.com/haus_gilgenast_woodworks_main/

Instagram: @securityhalt

X: @SecurityHalt

Tik Tok: @security.halt.pod

LinkedIn: Deny Caballero

Follow Michael Today:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the.tactician.musician/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/the.tactician.musician

Support the show

Produced by Security Halt Media

  continue reading

Chapters

1. Introduction and New Fatherhood (00:00:00)

2. Navigating Early Parenthood Challenges (00:07:16)

3. Michael's Musical Journey (00:12:19)

4. War Machine and Military Reflection (00:21:35)

5. Sobriety and Mental Health (00:28:40)

6. Music as Healing Therapy (00:38:12)

7. Upcoming EP and Future Plans (00:43:00)

332 episodes

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