The Wild Chaos Podcast
The Wild Chaos Podcast, hosted by Bam, explores the extraordinary stories of remarkable people. From drug addicts to authors, professional athletes to military heroes, immigrants to special forces, each guest shares their unique journey. The podcast aims to inspire, empower, and resonate with listeners by diving into the stories that shape lives.
Episodes
#118 - Inside The Hidden Rules Of Gang Life, Violence, & The Cost of The Badge w/Robert Gillis
Former Los Angeles County gang enforcement deputy Robert Gillis has survived officer-involved shootings, gang wars, death threats from the Mexican Mafia, and one of the darkest personal chapters of his life.Watch this episode in studio here: https://youtu.be/NvUuWeZvfPQIn Episode 118 of the Wild Chaos Podcast, Robert shares what happens after the shooting stops. From replaying deadly encounters ov
#117 - How Watching A Man Die Changes Everything - Wild Stories, World Titles & Why Vulnerability Wins w/Shane Hall
He chased money. He chased success. Then life forced him to ask what actually matters.Episode 117 of The Wild Chaos Podcast features Shane Hall, entrepreneur, investor, husband, and father, sharing the lessons that transformed his perspective on money, success, faith, and family.To watch this episode in studio visit: https://youtu.be/FF8rsANYJ34Growing up in Nampa, Idaho, Shane learned early that
#116 - Dirty Little Prison Secrets: Behind The Walls & The WhisleBlowing of Female Prison Corruption w/Andrea Weiskircher
She says the guards weren't protecting inmates. She says they were grooming them. And when she tried to report it, she says the system protected itself.Episode 116 of The Wild Chaos Podcast features Andrea, a former inmate at the Idaho women’s prison who shares allegations of correctional officer misconduct, retaliation, abuse of power, and the challenges of reporting from inside the prison system
#115 - Can You Beat A Dog's Nose? Drug Trafficking And The Psychology Behind a Traffic Stop w/Kenny Williams
A routine traffic stop. A pound and a half of heroin. And a conversation that explains how it happens.Episode 115 of The Wild Chaos Podcast features Kenny, an active-duty law enforcement officer with nearly two decades of experience in patrol, highway drug interdiction, K9 narcotics detection, and proactive policing.To watch this episode in studio, visit: https://youtu.be/hYFPAPQL-pYWhat starts as
#114 - A Life Changed By Impact. (Literally) A Crazy Journey of Survival From Almost Loosing His Head w/Andrew Coville
He survived combat in Afghanistan. Then a freak accident in Las Vegas nearly took his head off. Everything changed after that.Episode 114 of The Wild Chaos Podcast features Andrew Coville, a United States Marine Corps veteran and longtime Cape Cod police officer whose life changed in seconds during a 2025 Las Vegas vacation.To watch this episode in studio, visit: https://youtu.be/gJjiA0HxBU4While
#113 - A Teachers Fight For Justice: The Public School Safety Problem Nobody Wants to Talk About w/Laura Boulton
A school system can survive bad test scores. It cannot survive adults who won’t protect children. This conversation asks the hard questions.Watch this episode in studio here: https://youtu.be/dCEyFyHUwq0Episode 113 of The Wild Chaos Podcast features Dr. Laura Boulton, veteran educator and child advocate, speaking about alleged corruption, retaliation, and child safety failures connected to the Boi
#112 - Inside the Brain of PTSD: How A Near Death Blast Sparks A New Way To Rebalance The Brain & Heal It w/Brenden Borrowman
He survived explosions, gunfire, and Afghanistan. But the hardest battle happened inside his own brain. Now he’s trying to change PTSD treatment forever.Episode 112 of The Wild Chaos Podcast features Brenden Borrowman, a Purple Heart Army veteran who survived explosions and gunfire in Afghanistan — then spent years fighting the invisible injuries that followed.To watch this episode in studio, visi
#111 - Rodents to Retaliation: Inside the Boise School District Controversy Parents Need to Hear w/Michelle Chung
A teacher found a mouse in her work bag. What she says happened next exposed something much bigger. And parents weren’t supposed to see it.Episode 111 of The Wild Chaos Podcast features Michelle Chung, a former teacher speaking out about what she describes as a years-long rodent infestation and administrative cover-up inside West Junior High in the Boise School District.To watch the episode in stu
#110 - When You Go To War, Become SWAT, and Walk Away From Corruption: What Happens When a Good Cop Tells the Truth w/Gabe Smith
He survived war. He survived addiction. But his own department almost broke him.Episode 110 of The Wild Chaos Podcast features Gabe Smith — US Army veteran, former SWAT officer, and police sniper — sharing one of the most raw and honest law enforcement stories we’ve had on the show.To watch in studio, visit: https://youtu.be/Ck2dWJu4_IAFrom deployments in Iraq to battling opioid addiction and surv
#109 - What It Takes To Hunt Giants: The Hunting Debate No One Understands w/Allen Bolen
A grizzly. Nine yards away and a debate the internet never understands.Episode 109 of The Wild Chaos Podcast features Allen Bolen, world-class bowhunter, entrepreneur, and lifelong outdoorsman.To watch the episode in studio, visit: https://youtu.be/T9vB_9Hj9qgWe dive into one of the most misunderstood topics in the outdoor world: trophy hunting.From a grizzly encounter at nine yards to years-long
#108 - Gang Member To Mentor: Stolen Car, Pounds of Drugs & Breaking the Cycle of Gangs and Addiction w/Michael Nappi
A stolen car. A freeway crash. And a life that spiraled fast.Episode 108 of The Wild Chaos Podcast features Michael, who shares a raw story of growing up in Long Beach, getting pulled into gang life, addiction, and the prison system — and what it actually takes to change. From juvenile hall at 12 to California prisons, riots, and addiction, Michael explains how quickly identity can get trapped in
#107 - From Garage to Glory: The Rise of Montana Knife Company w/Josh Smith
People see success and say “must be nice.” They don’t see the years it took. Or the cost of building something real.This week looks a little different as Episode 107 of The Wild Chaos Podcast features Josh Smith, founder of @MontanaKnifeCompany and the youngest Master Bladesmith in the world in his own studio. We had the opportunity to visit for the first time and it didn't disappoint.What looks
#106 - Is It Religion or A Business? The Truth About Church Money Nobody Likes To Talk About w/Chris Ayoub
Episode 106 of The Wild Chaos Podcast takes a hard look at one of the most uncomfortable questions in modern faith communities: where does church money actually go?To watch in studio, visit: https://youtu.be/Q-ck0xhaNSsWe’re not attacking Christianity — we’re asking what happens when institutions handling billions in tithes and donations operate without the same financial transparency required of
#105 - Combat, Conflict, & Consequences: A Ranger Snipers Fight For His Life In And Out of War w/Dan Litzenberger
He survived the fight. But the war didn’t end when he came home. This is what sniper stories leave out. Episode 105 of The Wild Chaos Podcast features Daniel “Litz” Litzenberger — former US Army Ranger sniper with multiple deployments to Afghanistan. To watch the episode in studio, visit: https://youtu.be/-7m0tF6qYlUWe break down what it really takes to make it through Ranger selection, sniper tra
#104 - The Woman, The Myth, The Legend: Inside The Mind of The One Behind The Chaos & The Secret To Raising Children Right w/Mrs. Wild Chaos
Everyone wanted to know who is behind the scenes of Wild Chaos. What if I told you she is the one who pushed me to start the show and the reason we are here today?I jump into conversation with my favorite person on Earth...my wife. Episode 104 of The Wild Chaos Podcast we scrape the surface on what it actually takes to raise strong, confident, and grounded kids in today’s world.To watch the full e
#103 - Prison Gladiator Fights and Corruption: Inside the Chaos of California Prisons You Never Expected w/Hector Bravo
The war didn’t end when he came home. PTSD led to addiction. Then he walked into another battlefield: California prisons.A war zone doesn’t always end when you come home. Hector Bravo joins us to trace a straight, painful line from Iraq combat to untreated PTSD, addiction, and then a second frontline most people never see: California prisons. He talks about IEDs, constant incoming fire, and the da
#102 - Breaking Barriers: Meet the Working-Class Mom Running for Congress Who You've Never Heard Of w/Kaylee Peterson
A abuse and grooming survivor, a debate nerd, and a sixth‑generation Idahoan walks into one of the reddest districts in America and refuses every corporate PAC dollar. That’s the spark that drives this conversation: can a working‑class mom rebuild trust in government by showing up everywhere, taking every question, and putting policy over party?To watch the full episode in studio, visit: https://y
#101 - Trenches, Tourniquets, And Rocket Strikes: How This Paramedic Was On The Ukraine Front Lines w/Gio "Doc" Roman
He volunteered for someone else’s war.A Kornet rocket hit his truck.He survived — and came home blind in one eye.Episode 101 of The Wild Chaos Podcast features Gio Roman — Marine reservist, Navy Corpsman, LA ER paramedic, and volunteer combat medic in Ukraine.To watch the full episode in studio, visit: https://youtu.be/SycWKP75PsAWe go from mass casualty incidents in Los Angeles to modern trench w
#100 - The Making of A 3X World Champion and A Father–Daughter Blueprint For Grit, Faith, And Family w/The Producer
She started shy.She became a three-time world champion.And she built this podcast beside me.This RAW and REAL Episode #100 of The Wild Chaos Podcast turns the camera toward our producer — my daughter — and tells the story behind the scenes. This isn’t just a milestone episode. It’s a blueprint for raising resilient kids in a culture that pushes distraction over discipline.We unpack how homeschooli
#99 - A Mothers Will To Fight: How Family Court Took Her Kids And Protected Their Abuser w/Natallia Jones
She did what parents are told to do — she reported it.The state found evidence.Then the court took her children anyway.When her five-year-old disclosed abuse, a mother entered the family court system expecting protection. What followed was a maze of hearings, sealed evidence, barred expert testimony, and rulings that removed her children from her custody.To watch the full episode in studio visit:
#98 - How Armed Robbery, Getting Shot And Cheating Death Teaches You How to Live w/Bryon Parsons
Bryon survived a childhood most people wouldn’t believe — raised in a crack house, learning to read danger before breakfast, and using intelligence as a survival weapon. In Episode 98 of The Wild Chaos Podcast, he shares a raw journey through counterfeit crime, addiction, prison, near-death experiences, and the slow work of choosing a different life.To watch the full episode in studio, visit: http
#97 - Surviving Abuse, 9/11, And America’s Unfinished Reckoning w/TJ Frost
TJ Frost is a musician, carpenter, father — and a survivor. In Episode 97 of The Wild Chaos Podcast, he shares a raw, unfiltered journey from childhood abuse and neglect to a morning on Vesey Street on September 11, 2001. TJ walks us minute by minute through his experience inside the North Tower: the frozen crowd, unlocked doors, smoke-filled corridors, jumpers, debris from the second impact, and
#96 - From Prescriptions to a Needle: The Truth About Fentanyl, Homelessness, and Recovery w/Logan Adams
“I didn’t want to get high anymore, but I couldn’t stop.” That line sits at the center of Logan’s story—a small-town athlete whose life flips after a bar fight, a traumatic brain injury, and 18 months on prescribed opiates. When the scripts end, withdrawal hits like a freight train. A friend hands him a pill. Forty-five minutes later, addiction has a name.To watch this whole episode in studio, cli
#95 - Beyond the Headset: The Eerie Truth Behind Emergency Dispatching & The Crisis That Comes w/Valerie Blair
A bluebird day, a backcountry mayday, and a helicopter that vanishes behind a ridge. That’s where Valerie’s story grips you—and it doesn’t let go. Born and raised in Jackson, Wyoming to EMT parents, she spent a decade as a volunteer firefighter and EMT before moving behind the console as a 911 dispatcher. What she reveals from the headset is a masterclass in calm under pressure, interagency coordi
#94 - From 9/11 Doubts To Palestine: A Veteran’s Reckoning And A Call For Moral Clarity (Part 2) w/Clyde Bosch
The first minutes hit like a siren: why are graphic scenes of war broadcast in real time, and who gains from the outrage? From there we follow a veteran who stopped scrolling and bought a plane ticket—Dubai to Jerusalem, through the Old City’s quarters and into the West Bank with a Palestinian Christian guide. He describes 702 checkpoints in a territory the size of a small state, villages fenced a
#93 - Falling From The Sky: What Survives Impact? Memory, Duty, And A Return To God (Part 1) w/Clyde Bosch
Smoke in your lungs, fire at your back, and a decision you can’t postpone: run or turn around and help. That’s where our conversation goes when a Marine walks us through an Osprey crash in Australia—alarms, hard banks, treetops, impact, then blackness split by orange flame. He unstraps, bolts, then sprints back to push guys farther from the heat, watching crew pull a barely conscious crew chief fr
#92 - SEER School To Spiritual Warfare: An Apache Pilot’s Stand Against Mandates, Corruption, And The Darkside of Religious Culture w/DJ Searcy
The first time he lifted an Apache off the ground, it felt like piloting a floating bus. The first time he said “no” to what he believed was an unlawful mandate, it felt like stepping into a different kind of combat. In this candid, high-velocity conversation, a National Guard Apache pilot walks us through SEER school realities, gunnery exhilaration, and the boredom of a deployment constrained by
#91 - Jailhouse Dynamics To A Deputy’s Worst Nightmare: When Inmates Found His Home w/Alex Wolf
Three bangs. Wood splintering. A three-year-old whispering, “Dad, someone’s at the door.” That’s the moment everything changes for Alex, a detention officer who thought he understood danger until it crossed his threshold at 10:15 a.m. Two recently released inmates, a pregnant wife, a boxed duty pistol just out of reach, and a living room turned battlefield. What follows is a raw, step-by-step acco
#90 - From Cuffs To Calling: A Cop's Viral Fall Into Grace & Redemption w/Drew Romo
A single night in Scottsdale detonated a young cop’s career and exposed the cracks he’d been papering over with bravado and alcohol. The handcuffs were real, the firing swift, and the shame deep. What followed wasn’t a PR spin—it was a surrender. Drew walked away from the badge, got sober, took a massive pay cut to clean bathrooms and stack chairs at a church, and learned humility one unglamorous
#89 - A Mothers Worst Nightmare: Grooming, AI Images, and a Life Sentence: The Case You Need to Hear w/Lindsey Hendricks
***WARNING: THE FOLLOWING CONTENT CONTAINS ELEMENTS THAT ARE NOT SUITABLE FOR SOME AUDIENCES. References to sexual assault, abuse, and potential trauma INCLUDING DISCUSSION OF SEXUAL VIOLENCE.VIEWER DISCRETION IS ADVISED.The story starts with chaos—kids in the doorway, a violent assault, sirens in the street—and becomes a masterclass in survival, strategy, and justice. We sit with Lindsay Hendrick
#88 - Surviving Psychological Warfare: His Untold Story of Weaponized Manipulation & Triumph w/Matthew Sidwell
Episode 88 of The Wild Chaos Podcast pulls you straight into the kind of story people only talk about behind closed doors. This isn’t a highlight reel or a sanitized interview — it’s a raw, unfiltered walk through the moments that change a man forever.Watch the full episode #88 here on YouTube: https://youtu.be/5c7ESGgxVoYIn this episode, we sit down and unpack the real story behind Matthew’s life
#87 - Predators Don’t Break Into Homes..They DM Your Kids: The Truth Behind A.I., Deepfakes, & Sextortion w/Ben Gillenwater
Think your kid’s phone is just a screen? Think again. It’s an always-open door. A Pandora's box you can only regret you shut. We sit down with Ben, The Family IT Guy, a 30-year cybersecurity veteran and dad, to map the new terrain of digital parenting: algorithm-driven feeds, anonymous chats, sextortion, deepfakes, and the quiet ways addictive design erodes sleep, focus, and safety. No panic,
#86 - Love, Trauma, And The Cost Of Service: A Wife's Fight For Healing & Justice w/Katelyn Roberts
Five minutes after a tense goodbye, her phone rang. A stranger said her husband—an on-duty motor cop—was down. What followed is a raw, unfiltered journey through trauma, a broken workers’ comp system, and the quiet heroism it takes to hold a family together when institutions look away.We walk you through the scene: a mangled bike, a hallway lined with uniforms, and the breath held until he wiggled
#85 - What Really Happens When You Call 911 & How A Mandate Ended A 21-Year Career w/David Dahlin
No one knows what waits on the other side of the door. It could be a scared five-year-old with a head cut, a fentanyl addict out in a parking lot, or a welfare check where the smell hits two floors below. In this conversation with a 21-year Seattle firefighter, we step past the clichés and into the craft.We dig into street medicine the way it’s actually practiced. He breaks down hands-only CPR and
#84 - The Untold Story of How One Garage Brand Erased Millions in Veteran Debt w/Bear Handlon
Could you imagine your medical debt being erased? Swiped clean?Start with grit and end with gratitude. That’s the pulse of this conversation with Bear Handlon—Yale linebacker turned Navy SEAL officer turned founder of Born Primitive—who built a $100M brand from a garage while shouldering rucks, rewiring his life around service, and refusing to cut corners when it mattered most.We dig into the sele
#83 - Stolen Youth: Cons, Cults, and Kidnapping w/Jacine Jadresko
A van door slides open at midnight and two strangers say she isn’t going home. That moment—engineered by her parents—sent Jacine into a notorious WWASP “behavioral program” in Mexico where abuse and brainwashing replaced help. We go where most stories don’t. Jacine Jadresko breaks down how she hacked punitive level systems as a teen, the toll it took, and why high-functioning addiction hid in plai
#82 - The Ocean Doesn't Negotiate: Inside the Toughest Training Pipeline on Earth w/Chris Rullie
The ocean doesn’t negotiate, and neither does life when your plan breaks. We sit down with Chris, who trained for the SEAL pipeline, finished Hell Week, survived pool comp, and then watched a herniated back end the path at third phase. What follows isn’t a sad ending; it’s a hard pivot. He walks us through the mental frameworks that kept him from quitting—monking out, removing distractions, breaki
#81 Charged by a Bear - Predator Control vs. Conservation: The Truth You’re Not Supposed to Say w/Jenn Rivet
A sow at six feet. Cubs overhead. A guide holding a hard line. The moment cracks open fast—and it never lets up from there. We break down what a charging bear is really saying: the pinned ears, the jaw clacks, the bluff rushes that test your calm and your conviction. Because out here, panic kills—and composure keeps you alive.Then we dig into the work no one films. Thousands of pounds of bait drag
#80 - The Wildest War-to-Startup Story You’ll Ever Hear w/Marcus "Doc" Haralson
A ridgeline in Okinawa turns into a “Christmas tree” of chem lights. A young Navy corpsman—adopted by Marines, hardened by the desert, and allergic to excuses—learns how fast jokes turn off when core temperatures spike and a friend’s life hangs on a bag of ice and an IV drip. From Third LAR in 29 Palms to the first firefight of the Iraq invasion in an LAV, he paints the chaos with unflinching deta
#79 - Facing Fallujah: A Marine's Survival, PTSD & Building Beauty From Battle w/Nick Jeffries
When Nick Jeffries joined the Marine Corps at 18, he couldn't have imagined how profoundly his life would transform. From clearing houses during the brutal Fallujah offensive to crafting exquisite antler chandeliers that hang in celebrities' homes, his journey reveals the remarkable resilience of the human spirit.Nick takes us deep into the chaos of urban combat in Iraq, where as a SAW g
#78 The Shot Seen Around The World: A Photographer's Account of Charlie Kirk's Final Moments w/Andrew Feraci
In this raw and emotional conversation, Andrew Feraci shares his harrowing firsthand account of witnessing Charlie Kirk's assassination while working as a photographer at the event, September 10, 2025. Standing just feet away when the shot rang out, Andrew takes us through those fateful moments with remarkable clarity – from the electric atmosphere beforehand to the split-second chaos that fo
#77 - Behind Bars: The Raw Reality of Maximum Security Prison w/Austin Legg
Step inside the razor-wire perimeter of maximum security prison life through the eyes of a former correctional officer whose four-year career transformed him in ways he never anticipated. This conversation pulls no punches, revealing the brutal reality of a world where violence is currency and survival requires speaking a language most of us will never understand.From his first day witnessing a bl
#76 - Feminism Lies | The Most Radical Act of Destroying Women w/January Donovan
What if we've been lied to about feminism? What if the most radical act in today's world isn't joining a movement that is meant to destroy women? January Donovan, founder of The Woman School and mother of eight, challenges everything we think we know about modern femininity in this profoundly honest conversation.January shares her journey from insecure Filipino immigrant to becoming
#75 - Building Wealth is Like Going to War: You Can't Quit When It Gets Hard w/Austin Hancock
In this raw and riveting conversation, Marine Corps veteran Austin Hancock takes us on an extraordinary journey from rock bottom to remarkable success. Proving it can be done. Starting with a shocking confession about assaulting someone with a tire iron as a troubled teen, Austin reveals how this pivotal moment led to his military service and ultimately transformed his life.Austin doesn't hol
#74 - What Lies Behind School Walls: Child Abuse, Cover-Ups, And The Cost w/Laura Boulton
In this explosive conversation, former School District teacher Laura Boulton reveals the disturbing pattern of institutional failure that she uncovered during her 23-year teaching career. What began as standard mandatory reporting of student disclosures about sexual assault evolved into something far more sinister—a suspected pedo ring within the district with connections potentially dating back t
#73 - Catching A Ride With Drug Smugglers to Ex-Cons: The Truth About Hitchhiking America w/Luke Whyte
What happens when you put your thumb out and trust America? Luke Whyte is finding out as he hitchhikes across the country, documenting conversations with strangers in an ambitious project to bridge our growing cultural divides.With years of hitchhiking experience spanning multiple continents, Luke brings a unique perspective to understanding human connection. His current journey is motivated by a
#72 - Beyond the Edge: How One Man Defied Death Multiple Times and Lived to Tell About It w/Jonathan Daige
When JD answered the call to serve his country after 9/11, he couldn't have imagined the battles that lay ahead, not just in Iraq's dangerous terrain but within his own body. This extraordinary conversation takes us through his journey as an Army soldier driving fuel trucks through the early chaos of the Iraq War, his transition to law enforcement where he dangled off a six-story buildin
#71 - Mold, Mice, & Retaliation in Boise School District - Fighting For The Kids Pt.2 w/Michelle Chung
When culinary arts teacher Michelle Chung first reported mice in her classroom, she never imagined it would lead to a parasite infection, major surgery, and a battle against a school district determined to silence her at all costs. In this powerful follow-up episode, Michelle reveals shocking new developments in her fight for classroom safety and accountability.The situation has escalated dramatic
#70 - Three Shots Fired. One Brotherhood Shattered: Surviving The Unthinkable w/Ruben Delvalle
From the moment a suspect fired three shots at him in a Chicago alley, Ruben's life transformed forever. In this powerful conversation, Ruben takes us through his journey from Marine infantryman to Chicago police officer, building to the harrowing day when he and his partner Jeff were both shot while on duty.With remarkable candor, Ruben describes his upbringing in Chicago, his time in the Ma
#69 - Stabbings, Cartels, & Trophy Hunts: The Wildest Guide You’ve Never Heard Of w/Hagan Ekker
From the remote plains of South Central Utah to the cartel-controlled territories of Mexico, Hagan's journey as a hunting guide reads like an adventure novel that couldn't possibly be true, except every word of it is. Growing up in a town of barely 120 people shaped his self-reliance in ways that modern suburban life simply cannot replicate. When the orthodontist arrives in a mobile bus
#68 - What Burns Beneath: The Untold Story of Firefighter Life w/Rafael Gordon
From life-or-death decisions to navigating departmental politics, Rafael pulls back the curtain on his 27-year career as a San Francisco firefighter paramedic in this captivating conversation about service, sacrifice, and survival.Rafael's journey began in 1990 as a paramedic with no intention of joining the fire department. When the city merged emergency services in 1997, he found himself th
#67 - Behind the Velvet Rope: The Ugly Truth About Wealth, Safety & Strength w/Logan Flynn
What does real security look like?Former Marine turned executive protection expert Logan Flynn has spent 15 years guarding the ultra-wealthy—and what he’s learned will challenge everything you think about success, safety, and parenting.The conversation shifts from professional insights to perhaps Flynn's most important mission – raising four sons and a newborn daughter. His approach combines
#66 - They’re Hunting Our Kids Online — And We’re Handing Them the Weapon! w/Ben Gillenwater
What if your kid’s screen time is more dangerous than you think?In this must-hear episode, 30-year cybersecurity expert Ben exposes how social media is engineered like a digital drug—fueling addiction, mental health crises, and skyrocketing teen suicide rates. He shares real dangers happening right now, and what parents must do to protect their kids—before it’s too late.This conversation will make
#65 - "I Am the Product of Veterans Who Never Got Help"- Breaking Generational Trauma w/Breane Lindvall
What happens when a 9-year-old girl witnesses her mother’s death—and no one talks about it?This week’s guest, Breane, grew up in rural Montana where silence was survival. After watching her epileptic mother die and being told to “move on,” Brianna buried her pain for years. But trauma has a way of demanding to be felt.From oil fields in North Dakota to raising three boys in the mountains, anxiety
#64 - Refusing to Surrender: One Man's Journey After Spinal Injury w/ Boone Bartlome
What if everything that defined you—your body, your talent, your future—was taken away in a single moment?At 16, Boone was a rising multi-sport star with college scouts watching his every move. But one routine football play changed everything. A C4 spinal cord injury left him a quadriplegic. No feeling. No movement. No future as he knew it.For three years, Boone battled suicidal thoughts in silenc
#63 - Shot Twice. Abused. 10 Years in Prison. What Redemption Really Looks Like w/ Victor Villarreal
What happens when a 13-year-old boy, sexually abused and desperate for protection, turns to gang life—and survives a decade behind bars, two gunshot wounds, and addiction? In this week’s episode, Victor pulls back the curtain on a life shaped by trauma, violence, and ultimately, redemption.This isn’t just a story about survival—it’s about transformation. Victor doesn’t hold back as he shares the d
#62 - Chasing Dreams: Leaving Multi-Million Dollar Career to Landscape Photographer w/ Marlon Holden
What if the life you’ve built isn’t the life you want?Marlon traded comfort for purpose—walking away from corporate success to chase his dream as a landscape photographer. From sailing around the world as a child to commanding tens of thousands for his art today, Marlon shares raw insights on risk, discipline, masculinity, and the courage it takes to burn the ships and start again. Marlon's p
#61 - What They Don't Tell You When You Put On The Uniform: Behind The Badge w/Rob Woodworth
"I stood in intersections at midnight hoping to get hit by a car."Former police officer Robert Woodworth shares the untold cost of wearing the badge—from handling bodies and witnessing tragedy to protesters tracking down his home, the department's failure to provide meaningful support when he reached out for help, and his descent into dangerous coping mechanisms. "I stood in in
#60 - "Fighting For The Kids!!" - Rodent Infestation In The Classroom Pt.1 w/Michelle Chung
What if your classroom was infested with disease-carrying mice — and no one believed you?In this shocking episode, a Boise culinary teacher shares her battle against a rodent-infested classroom, a failing school system, and devastating health consequences after contracting tick-borne illnesses from mouse exposure.From contaminated student aprons to retaliatory school politics, this is a raw conver
#59 - From Jail, to NAVY Seal, Back to Jail, to French Foreign Legionnaire w/Taylor Cavanaugh
What happens when you lose everything that once defined you?Former Navy SEAL Taylor Cavanaugh shares his raw, powerful journey from military elite to rock bottom — addiction, homelessness, and nearly ending his own life — before finding redemption in the most unexpected place: the French Foreign Legion.With nothing but a backpack and a broken spirit, Taylor rebuilt his life from scratch, shedding
#58 - "Shot In The Face" The Call Every LEO Wife Fears w/Amanda Webb
What do you do when the nightmare becomes real?Amanda’s husband, TJ, a U.S. Marshal, was shot in the face during a takedown and in an instant, her life shattered. What followed was a brutal journey of trauma, isolation, and survival… not just for TJ, but for Amanda too.From navigating hospitals alone due to COVID, to becoming his full-time caregiver, raising their child, and confronting the raw tr
#57 - Shot Six Times: A Law Enforcement Officer's Survival Story w/TJ Webb
What happens when a routine warrant service turns into a life-altering gunfight? TJ shares his harrowing journey of survival after being shot six times at point-blank range while serving on a U.S. Marshals Task Force.From the moment bullets tore through his body—striking his face, shoulder, hands, arm, and shattering his femur—TJ takes us through every vivid detail of his fight to stay alive. The
#56 - Life With The Wife: The Woman Behind The Chaos w/Brit Marshall
The veil is finally lifted! After countless requests from our devoted listeners, the mysterious co-creator of Wild Chaos Podcast makes her debut appearance, transforming what might have been just another interview into a landmark episode filled with nervous laughter, genuine revelations, and unexpected insights.She's been called many things throughout our journey—my wife, my best friend, the
#55 - Wild Adventures and Conservation Conversations w/Lucas Paugh
What happens when a successful executive trades the corporate grind for a life of global hunting and raw adventure? Lucas shares his journey from Montana farm kid to world-traveling hunter, revealing why he walked away from a 22-year career at 42 to chase purpose, not paychecks. From surviving a brown bear charge in Alaska to feeding entire villages in Africa, his story blends thrill, ethics, and
#54 - Security in the Spotlight: Life on Tour with Rock Stars w/Ryan Atkinson
For over two decades, Ryan has safeguarded rock stars, pop icons, and music legends across 55 countries - from Pearl Jam and KISS to Hilary Duff and Drake. What began as an unexpected post-football career opportunity has evolved into a masterclass in managing the chaos that surrounds celebrity life.The conversation takes us backstage into the complex reality of concert security, where the job exte
#53 - Steroids, Stage Time, & Social Media Lies...w/Zach Pulkinen
Ever wondered what really happens behind the scenes in the fitness industry? In this raw, unfiltered conversation with trainer Zach Pulkinen, we peel back the curtain on bodybuilding competitions, steroid use, and the dramatic evolution of gym culture over the past decades!Zach takes us through his journey from military base gyms where he grew up as a child, and everyone was focused on hard work,
#52 - Grit, Gears & Gallop: The Wild Life of a Woman Who Never Slows Down w/Rachel Shackelford
From the dusty trails of endurance horse racing to the treacherous mountain roads of logging country, Rachel Shackleford's life story reads like an adventure novel. Known online as "SS Trekking Babe," Rachel takes us through her remarkable journey of reinvention that led her from being a homeschooled horse trainer to becoming one of the few female lowboy drivers in the trucking indu
#51 - The Last Real Marines: A Raw Conversation About War, Friendship, and Growing Up w/Peter Charles
Two veterans sit down for a no-holds-barred conversation that takes listeners on an extraordinary journey through Marine Corps life during the Global War on Terror. This episode captures lightning in a bottle as these old friends reunite to share stories that balance on the edge between hilarious and harrowing.The conversation begins with Charles recounting his troubled childhood - from witnessing
#50 - Unfiltered Idaho Law: A Fight for Truth in Media w/Matt Todd
What makes Idaho special, and how can we protect it? Matt, creator of The Ranch podcast, reveals his journey from Berkeley graduate to California SAT tutor to Idaho political bridge-builder in this wide-ranging conversation about state politics, education, and community values.After nearly two decades in education, Matt witnessed California's political landscape transform the system in ways h
#49 - Why I Left the Badge Behind - A Story of Brotherhood Betrayal w/Tyler Geiger
This week on The Wild Chaos Podcast, we sit down with a former police officer, Tyler Geiger, who traded high-speed pursuits and crime scenes for the unpredictable world of entrepreneurship. From the intensity of law enforcement to the mental toll of the job, he opens up about the struggles, sacrifices, and defining moments that shaped his career.What made him walk away from the badge? How did he t
#48 - BSU Champion Athlete to Real Estate Mogul – The Grit Behind the Grind w/Elliot Hoyte
Dive into the inspiring life of a former athlete who transformed his passion for sports into a thriving real estate career in Boise, Idaho. This engaging podcast episode tells the story of resilience and determination, beginning in the quaint town of Tavistock, England, where our guest's journey commenced.Discover how he navigated the steep learning curve of transitioning from American footba
#47 - Storming The Capitol - Jan 6th Insurrection w/Patrick Montgomery
What happens when a life spent in the wild takes a dramatic turn into the heart of one of the most controversial events in American history? In this episode of The Wild Chaos Podcast, we sit down with Patrick Montgomery—an experienced hunting guide whose path led from tracking game in Alaska and Colorado to standing inside the U.S. Capitol on January 6th, 2021.Raised in Albuquerque, New Mexico, Pa
#46 - Facing and Defeating Death As A Triple Amputee with Erik Galvan
Erik, affectionately known as "G," takes us on an unforgettable journey from his roots in Dallas to the battlefields of Afghanistan. Guided by his brother's influence, Erik's path into the Marine Corps is one of unexpected twists, from party-crashing escapades in California to the relentless grind of infantry training. Along the way, Erik shares gripping accounts of his deploym
#45 - From Covert Ops to Creative Triumphs: with CIA Contractor Drew Coussens
This week on The Wild Chaos Podcast, we sit down with Drew Coussens, a former narcotics interdiction officer turned successful author. With a career spanning elite federal operations, intelligence work, and missions in Afghanistan and Pakistan, Drew shares intense behind-the-scenes stories from his time in the field. From inter-agency conflicts to life in war zones, he breaks down the tactical ing
#44 - Modern Warfare Beyond the Clouds with A-10 Pilot Jon Yost
Explore the exhilarating journey of our guest, who grew up amidst the vibrant aviation culture of Larkspur, Colorado, with a family legacy of flying. This episode promises a deep dive into his transformation from dreaming of a civilian aviation career to navigating the complex pathways of military aviation, particularly within the Air National Guard. Inspired by a family friend’s experience, he sh
#43 - The Heart and The History of The Marine Corps: with James Nash
Ever stood at the crossroads of hesitation and action, wondering what could happen if you just took that leap? Join James Nash and I, as we dissect the swift decision-making that separates the doers from the dreamers. Drawing inspiration from an old Japanese proverb, as well as discussing the significance of timing, readiness, and the importance of leadership and camaraderie within the Marine Corp
#42 - Overcoming Odds: From The Low Life of The Streets to The High Life of Success w/ John McDaniel
Growing up in the heart of Texas, John McDaniel faced more challenges than most can imagine, from being born a stillborn to surviving harsh realities on the streets at a tender age. But through grit and determination, John has transformed these adversities into a life of resilience and success. In our conversation, he shares candid stories from his upbringing in Stephenville, his journey through T
#41 - From Crash, to Chaos, to Congress: A Story of Determination with Madison Cawthorn
Do you want an inspiring tale of resilience and determination? Madison Cawthorn shares his remarkable journey from a devastating car accident to being one of the youngest congressmen, discussing the complexities of the political landscape he now navigates. His experiences highlight the importance of faith, service, and the struggles of representing his community amid external pressures and challen
#40 - From Domestic Disputes to Firearms Mastery: Raul’s Unique Policing Journey with Raul Garcia
Raul shares his journey of over 30 years in law enforcement, highlighting the lessons learned, challenges faced, and the importance of community support. As a retired officer turned firearms instructor, Raul emphasizes the significance of responsible gun ownership and the value of quality training.• Providing a personal background of his family's influence • Detailing the evolution of law enf
#39 - From Combat to Cowboy: James Phillips on Family Legacy, & Life as a Girl Dad after the Corps
Join us as James Phillips, also known as JW or Phil, shares his incredible journey from growing up on a farm near Stonehenge to serving in the Marine Corps and navigating life beyond the military. From childhood adventures and cultural shifts to building a life as a proud girl dad, homesteader, and family man, James reflects on the pivotal moments that shaped him. He opens up about his dedication
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