Chief Warrant Officer 4(CWO4) Josh Brown has spent over two decades of his 30-year career as a Green Beret in the United States Army. He and Zach discuss his path from conventional infantryman to SOF, and eventually to becoming a Combat Diver. Along they way they dipped into how Josh has navigated struggles along the way, shaped his unique career through intentional action, and much, much more. You won’t find Josh online, but if you do happen to find him knocking on— or knocking down —your door, something in your life has probably gone horribly wrong. Follow And Support The Show Follow, rate, and review the show wherever you listen. And if that happens to be on YouTube, like this video too before sharing the episode with family and friends. Website: https://zachtidwell.net Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61556533676388 Instagram: @ZachCTidwell LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/zach-tidwell-9076852ab/ X: @ZachCTidwell Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/going-in-blind-with-zach-tidwell/id1787306128 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/51IxT43v95otwaXDkyr6FW YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@GIB_Pod #GIB #GoingInBlind Podcast theme music by Transistor.fm.
During two separate low points in her life, Zoey Michaels was targeted and financial scammers, and unfortunately they were successful. Thinking she’d learned her lesson the first time, she fell victim to a more sophisticated ruse by a team of unknown agents. But the second time around she decided to speak up and keep others from offloading their savings under the manipulation of others. She now has a book out, and her podcast is on the way. You can find Zoey on her website at www.zoeymichaels.com. Follow And Support The Show Follow, rate, and review the show wherever you listen. And if that happens to be on YouTube, like this video too before sharing the episode with family and friends. Website: https://zachtidwell.net Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61556533676388 Instagram: @ZachCTidwell LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/zach-tidwell-9076852ab/ X: @ZachCTidwell Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/going-in-blind-with-zach-tidwell/id1787306128 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/51IxT43v95otwaXDkyr6FW YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@GIB_Pod #GIB #GoingInBlind Podcast theme music by Transistor.fm.
Charles Browne is a Navy veteran and former submariner who went on to become a nuclear engineer, author, and coach. He and Zach covered the ins-and-outs of nuclear power, from modern military submarines, to power plants, and even what the future might hold. They also discussed just how safe nuclear power is, it’s potential as the most potent source of green energy, and the incredible role it will likely play in the future of humanity— both here on Earth and beyond. You can find Charles in the following places: Email: me@therealcharlesbrowne.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/therealcharlesbrowne/ Website: https://therealcharlesbrowne.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@therealcbrowne Follow And Support The Show Follow, rate, and review the show wherever you listen. And if that happens to be on YouTube, like this video too before sharing the episode with family and friends. Website: https://zachtidwell.net Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61556533676388 Instagram: @ZachCTidwell LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/zach-tidwell-9076852ab/ X: @ZachCTidwell Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/going-in-blind-with-zach-tidwell/id1787306128 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/51IxT43v95otwaXDkyr6FW YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@GIB_Pod #GIB #GoingInBlind Podcast theme music by Transistor.fm.
Adam Sikes is a Marine Corps veteran and Silver Star recipient for his actions taken in combnat. He went on to join the CIA’s Ground Branch as a paramilitary operations officer conducting covert missions around the globe before becoming an author. Along the way of exploring Adam’s career, he and Zach also stepped into the state of the world today and how Adam has navigated life after taking part in some of the bloodiest fighting in Iraq. You can find Adam in the following places: Website: https://www.adamsikes.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/adam_r_sikes/ Follow And Support The Show Follow, rate, and review the show wherever you listen. And if that happens to be on YouTube, like this video too before sharing the episode with family and friends. Website: https://zachtidwell.net Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61556533676388 Instagram: @ZachCTidwell LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/zach-tidwell-9076852ab/ X: @ZachCTidwell Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/going-in-blind-with-zach-tidwell/id1787306128 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/51IxT43v95otwaXDkyr6FW YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@GIB_Pod #GIB #GoingInBlind Podcast theme music by Transistor.fm.
Brett Rezewski is an Air Force veteran who became a caregiver to his wife, Michelle, after undiagnosed Moyamoya Disease changed their lives forever in 2017. The two have navigated an incredible amount of loss and change together, and are now spreading awareness and helping other’s navigate hard times. You can find the Rezewski’s in the following places: Follow And Support The Show Follow, rate, and review the show wherever you listen. And if that happens to be on YouTube, like this video too before sharing the episode with family and friends. Website: https://zachtidwell.net Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61556533676388 Instagram: @ZachCTidwell LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/zach-tidwell-9076852ab/ X: @ZachCTidwell Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/going-in-blind-with-zach-tidwell/id1787306128 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/51IxT43v95otwaXDkyr6FW YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@GIB_Pod #GIB #GoingInBlind Podcast theme music by Transistor.fm.
Sarah Nassir is a Doctor of Osteopathy(DO) who has been working in addiction medicine for the past six years. She and Zach discuss her work, addiction as a disease, and how treatment is approached by doctors at large before diving into what it is that makes osteopathic medicine different. You can find Dr. Nassir in the following places: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sarahnasirdo LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarah-nasir-do/ Follow And Support The Show Follow, rate, and review the show wherever you listen. And if that happens to be on YouTube, like this video too before sharing the episode with family and friends. Website: https://zachtidwell.net Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61556533676388 Instagram: @ZachCTidwell LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/zach-tidwell-9076852ab/ X: @ZachCTidwell Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/going-in-blind-with-zach-tidwell/id1787306128 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/51IxT43v95otwaXDkyr6FW YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@GIB_Pod #GIB #GoingInBlind Podcast theme music by Transistor.fm.
Eric Ham was raised as a Jehovah’s Witness, but extracted himself from that environment as a teen following an experience that shook the foundations of his faith. Listen to the uncomfortable truths he feels responsible to share with the world. You can find Eric at his Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu gym in Austing, Texas—Austin Jiu-Jitsu Collective, or in the following places: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/austinjiujitsuco Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/people/Austin-Jiu-Jitsu-Collective/61552843906417/ Website: https://austinjiujitsuco.com/ Follow And Support The Show Follow, rate, and review the show wherever you listen. And if that happens to be on YouTube, like this video too before sharing the episode with family and friends. Website: https://zachtidwell.net Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61556533676388 Instagram: @ZachCTidwell LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/zach-tidwell-9076852ab/ X: @ZachCTidwell Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/going-in-blind-with-zach-tidwell/id1787306128 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/51IxT43v95otwaXDkyr6FW YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@GIB_Pod #GIB #GoingInBlind Podcast theme music by Transistor.fm.
Dave Murphy’s life changed forever after he was beaten and stabbed by a group of unknown assailants in the 90’s. Decades of battling PTSD led him to self-medicating with both food and alcohol, but his life changed once again from one unexpected influence. Today Dave is an author, podcaster, and joyful man putting love out into the world. You can find Dave in the following places: Book(In the Heart of the Forest): https://www.amazon.com/Heart-Forest-Dave-Murphy-ebook/dp/B0DHQYT28J YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheUnsungPodcast2025 Follow And Support The Show Follow, rate, and review the show wherever you listen. And if that happens to be on YouTube, like this video too before sharing the episode with family and friends. Website: https://zachtidwell.net Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61556533676388 Instagram: @ZachCTidwell LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/zach-tidwell-9076852ab/ X: @ZachCTidwell Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/going-in-blind-with-zach-tidwell/id1787306128 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/51IxT43v95otwaXDkyr6FW YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@GIB_Pod #GIB #GoingInBlind Podcast theme music by Transistor.fm.
Raelene Weaver is a retired licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who spent years working with male teen sex-offenders. Her past work granted her insights into a philosophical framework for raising mentally robust, respectable boys and young men. She’s also an author TEDX speaker, and Founder of the Silicon Valley Men’s Center. You can find Raelene in the following places: Book: https://www.amazon.com/Let-Boys-Be-Kids-First/dp/B0BZFNXQDK LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/raelene-s-weaver-11082020/ SVMC: https://siliconvalleymenscenter.com/ Follow And Support The Show Follow, rate, and review the show wherever you listen. And if that happens to be on YouTube, like this video too before sharing the episode with family and friends. Website: https://zachtidwell.net Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61556533676388 Instagram: @ZachCTidwell LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/zach-tidwell-9076852ab/ X: @ZachCTidwell Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/going-in-blind-with-zach-tidwell/id1787306128 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/51IxT43v95otwaXDkyr6FW YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@GIB_Pod #GIB #GoingInBlind Podcast theme music by Transistor.fm.
Lonnie Bedwell is a Navy veteran who lost his sight when he was shot in the face by a friend whilst hunting. Of course there was a fight for his life, followed by a painstaking recovery, but what he’s gone on to accomplish is nothing short of jaw-dropping. Aside from speaking and creating opportunity for others, he became the first blind person to kayak all 226 miles of the Colorado River through the Grand Canyon. And because that wasn’t enough, he’s now summitted four of the world’s seven highest peaks(including Mt. Everest), and trekked to the South Pole on cross-country skis. You can find Lonnie in the following places: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/reallonniebedwell LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lonniebedwell/ Website: https://lonniebedwell.com/ Follow And Support The Show Follow, rate, and review the show wherever you listen. And if that happens to be on YouTube, like this video too before sharing the episode with family and friends. Website: https://zachtidwell.net Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61556533676388 Instagram: @ZachCTidwell LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/zach-tidwell-9076852ab/ X: @ZachCTidwell Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/going-in-blind-with-zach-tidwell/id1787306128 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/51IxT43v95otwaXDkyr6FW YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@GIB_Pod #GIB #GoingInBlind Podcast theme music by Transistor.fm.