Mentors for Military Podcast

00:52:41

EP-422 | Trust - The Foundation

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2026/09/29

Ian Palmer (EP-422) joins Mentors4mil once again to explore why trust is the essential starting point for effective leadership. Drawing on military and athletic examples, the conversation breaks trust into core elements—ability, benevolence, and integrity—and shows how leader intent, clear communication, and culture-building allow teams to act with speed and disciplined initiative.Listeners will take away practical advice: demonstrate competence, care for your people, follow through on

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00:47:16

EP-419 | When Promotion Feels Like a Trap: Choosing...

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2026/08/04

Brandon and the crew discuss the dilemma of internal promotions, imposter syndrome, and whether to chase pay or protect quality of life. They explore setting boundaries, delegating, negotiating expectations, and how company culture affects career moves.The conversation offers practical advice on when to say no, defining work hours, and making career decisions after long tenure or rapid role changes. This conversation is skewed somewhat towards Brandon, a civilian, but most of what is discussed

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01:04:32

EP-415 | A New Direction - 2026

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2026/06/07

In this episode, Robert, Kyle, and Sean catch you up on what's been going on behind the scenes and what to expect with the podcast going forward. We feel the new direction is needed. We appreciate you listening in all of these years and we hope you'll stay along for the ride going forward. Intro music "Long Way Down" by Silence & Light is used with permission. Show Disclaimer: https://mentorsformilitary.com/disclaimer/

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01:53:05

EP-414 | Ian Palmer: Leading Through Crisis

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2026/05/18

Ian Palmer is a retired U.S. Army Colonel with more than 26 years of experience leading organizations in complex, global, and high-stakes environments. He commanded at every echelon from platoon to brigade combat team, culminating in service as Chief of Staff of the III Armored Corps, where he led the synchronization of operations and strategy for a 90,000-person organization across five Army installations.His career included combat tours in Iraq and Afghanistan, advisory and partnership missions

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01:30:28

EP-413 | Nick Merrick: Community - Competition - Purpose

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2026/04/28

Nick recounts his path from infantry recruit to Green Beret, sharing intense selection stories, combat and training experiences, and a defining leadership moment where empowering a junior soldier changed a career.He also describes his transition out of active duty and how he founded Green Beret Racing/Battle of the Branches to build community, competition, and purpose for veterans struggling with life after service. _________ Please leave us a review on Apple/Spotify Podcasts: Apple:

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01:32:54

EP-409 | Matt Hill - Damn the Valley: A Paratrooper’s...

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2026/03/03

Matt Hill recounts his 21-year Army career, from growing up an Army brat, joining the Army after high school, early deployments in Bosnia and Kosovo, to the 2003 Iraq invasion and multiple tours in Afghanistan, including intense combat in Helmand’s Argonaut River Valley.The episode covers life at Fort Bragg and Fort Benning, serving in the 82nd Airborne and in SFAB (Security Force Assistance Brigades), leadership as a first sergeant, the challenges of long deployments, and adjusting to civilian

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01:23:38

EP-408 | Todd Ehrlich, From BUD/S to Boardroom: A...

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2026/02/17

Former Navy SEAL Todd Ehrlich shares his path from intense SEAL training and deployments to corporate security, entrepreneurship, and venture investing in defense tech.The episode covers BUD/S stories, transitions to civilian life, founding businesses (including Kill Cliff), supporting the Navy SEAL Foundation, and practical career advice for veterans. Todd also discusses mentorship, networking, and why combining tenacity with curiosity can lead to success in business and giving back to the

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01:42:03

EP-404 | From Climbing Walls to Ranger Glory: Luke...

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2025/12/16

Luke Ebeling shares his journey from Colorado climber and college ROTC cadet to serving in Alaska, joining the Ranger Regiment, winning the Best Ranger Competition, and transitioning to civilian life.He discusses mentorship, endurance-focused training, balancing family with military ambition, and founding Atlas Training Solutions to help others prepare for demanding selections and build tactical endurance. _________ Please leave us a review on Apple/Spotify Podcasts: Apple:

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00:58:18

EP-403 | AI on the Battlefield: Who Pulls the Trigger?

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2025/12/02

This episode explores how artificial intelligence is reshaping warfare — from ISR, targeting, drone swarms and decision support to the ethical risks of losing human control.Guests share lessons from Ukraine and the Pacific, discuss limits like range and networks, and stress modernization, industry partnerships, and why leadership and soldiering fundamentals remain essential. _________ Please leave us a review on Apple/Spotify Podcasts: Apple:

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01:28:04

EP-402 | Alfred Brenner: I Felt Like I Was Dying - A...

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2025/11/11

In this episode Alfred recounts his unexpected journey into the Marines, training as a K-9 handler, and the harrowing experience of an IED explosion in Afghanistan that cost him his dog, Grief, and left him seriously wounded. He shares the chaos of combat, the bond between handler and dog, and the long road of recovery.Alfred also reflects on recruitment, boot camp, canine school, the losses among his unit, the healing power of reunions, and his decision to write Surviving with Grief to honor

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01:50:53

EP-401 | Zahraa’s Escape from Iraq to Freedom and the...

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2025/10/28

In this episode, Zahraa shares her harrowing journey growing up in a strict village in Iraq, her decision to flee at 19, and a violent attack that led to an unexpected rescue by American soldiers at Baghdad International Airport.She explains how faith and chance carried her through, her arrival in the United States, learning English, pursuing engineering studies, and ultimately joining the U.S. Army where she rose through the ranks as an enlisted cavalry scout and now as an officer in flight

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01:09:33

EP-400: Reflecting on Our Roots and the Impact -...

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2025/10/13

Episode 400 celebrates the podcast’s origin and impact: founders and early guests recount how honest, living-room conversations grew into a show focused on transition, purpose, PTSD, and real solutions. The episode revisits pivotal stories, treatments like stellate ganglion blocks, and the raw, organic approach that built an engaged community. Hosts invite listener topics and preview upcoming episodes while thanking supporters for helping the show reach this milestone.A huge thank you to everyone

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01:36:03

EP-398 | Gerry Izzo, Night Stalkers: Inside Black...

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2025/09/23

Gerry Izzo recounts his journey from a Long Island upbringing to becoming a 160th Special Operations Aviation Regiment (SOAR) Night Stalker pilot, describing training, combat missions in Grenada and Panama, and the harrowing Operation Gothic Serpent and Task Force Ranger, the Black Hawk Down operation in Mogadishu that is known for the movie by the same name.Listen as Gerry describes the battle in Mogadishu from his perspective as never heard before. The episode explores leadership, fear,

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00:32:43

EP-396 | Win Your Day: Simple Routines to Reclaim Time

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2025/09/09

In this episode we dive back in time to an older episode with Mike, Kat, and Robert where they explore the difference between structure and routines and how small changes—like waking up earlier or blocking personal time—can reclaim hours in your day.Guests discuss task management versus time management, goal setting, journaling, and flexible routines that support productivity, mental health, and reintegration after military service. Practical tips include keeping a single synced schedule,

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01:12:21

EP-395 | Kevin Key: Operation Willing Spirit — The...

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2025/09/02

Kevin Key is a retired U.S. Army Lieutenant Colonel who served with the 2nd Battalion, 75th Ranger Regiment before going through special forces selection and assessment (SFAS) and becoming a Special Forces Officer (18A) with 7th Special Forces Group. He started his military career in the Army National Guard while attending college under the simultaneous membership program (SMP). He served at Special Operations Command - South (SOCSOUTH) and has commanded a unit within the 82nd Airborne

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01:20:01

EP-394 | Byron Beplay: One Man’s Fight Back from Rock...

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2025/08/19

U.S. Army Ranger, Byron Beplay, shares his raw journey from childhood dyslexia and intense military service through commercial diving, homelessness, and a near-fatal suicide attempt.He explains how perseverance, therapy, and a service dog helped him rebuild his life, leading to founding BTS K9 and growing a successful canine training business. The episode also covers his appearance on MrBeast, lessons learned about ownership and resilience, and his mission to help others by sharing hard-earned

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01:28:58

EP-393 | Adam R. Smith: U.S. Army Green Beret,...

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2025/08/05

This episode dives deep into the journey of a seasoned veteran who transitions from high-stakes military operations to confronting personal struggles. Despite the challenges, he finds new purpose and meaning by leveraging his military skills to aid in disaster relief and impact the lives of others. Through candid discussions, discover the power of identity, mission, and community in reclaiming one's life after service. Join us for an inspiring conversation about overcoming adversity, understanding

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00:29:06

EP-389 | Military Movies: From The Green Berets to...

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2025/06/10

Join us as we dive into the world of military movies, exploring how films like "The Green Berets," "Officer and a Gentleman," and "Top Gun" have shaped perceptions of the military experience. We discuss the realism in movies such as "Saving Private Ryan" and "Zero Dark Thirty," and how they impact those both inside and outside the armed forces. Whether it's the stringent realism or the fictional portrayals, these films continue to influence and inspire individuals considering military service,

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01:35:52

EP-388 | The Warrior Within: Major Meg Tucker and The...

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2025/05/27

In this episode, we sit down with Major Meg Tucker, a U.S. Army veteran who served for 15 years across several sectors of the military. Starting her career as a Kiowa helicopter pilot, Meg later transitioned into psychological operations (PSYOP), where she spent the majority of her time embedded in special operations units. Known for her exceptional physical fitness—scoring the equivalent of a 270 on the men's PT test—Meg brings firsthand insight into the evolving standards of military

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01:28:40

EP-385 | Secretary of Defense Directive: A New...

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2025/04/15

This episode dives into the recently released Secretary of Defense report addressing the need for new standards in identifying combat arms occupations within the military. The discussion highlights the challenges of distinguishing combat roles and establishing physical requirements, drawing comparisons to previous efforts in realigning combat support roles. Featuring insights from veterans and active-duty personnel, the episode examines the evolving demands of modern warfare, the importance of

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