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The Wild Chaos Podcast
Father. Husband. Marine. Host.
Everyone has a story and I want to hear it. The first thing people say to me is, "I'm not cool enough", "I haven't done anything cool in life", etc.
I have heard it all but I know there is more. More of you with incredible stories.
From drug addict to author, professional athlete to military hero, immigrant to special forces... I dive into the stories that shape lives.
I am here to share the extraordinary stories of remarkable people, because I believe that in the midst of your chaos, these stories can inspire, empower, and resonate with us all.
Thanks for listening.
-Bam
Episodes
67 episodes
#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 parenti...
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Episode 67
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2:42:46
#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 sk...
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Episode 66
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2:20:01
#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...
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Episode 65
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2:35:23
#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 e...
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Episode 64
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1:48:10
#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 b...
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Episode 63
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2:39:49
#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 o...
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Episode 62
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2:39:56
#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,...
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Episode 61
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2:48:23
#60 - "Fighting For The Kids!!" - Rodent Infestation In The Classroom: 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 devast...
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Episode 60
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2:14:27
#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 find...
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Episode 59
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2:41:06
#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…...
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Episode 58
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1:23:41
#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 bul...
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Episode 57
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2:45:08
#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...
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Episode 56
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3:23:51
#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 ...
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Episode 55
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3:06:34
#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 mastercl...
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Episode 54
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3:19:19
#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 ...
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Episode 53
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1:43:42
#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 jour...
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Episode 52
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2:45:17
#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 sha...
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Episode 51
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3:00:57
#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...
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Episode 50
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1:42:16
#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 me...
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Episode 49
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2:51:26
#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 t...
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Episode 48
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1:57:23
#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 ...
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Episode 47
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4:14:58
#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-cr...
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Episode 46
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2:01:04
#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 Afghanist...
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Episode 45
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1:58:52
#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...
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Episode 44
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2:26:32
#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 a...
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Episode 43
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