The Harden Up Podcast
"The Harden Up Podcast" brings you into the world of high-performance training and adventure through the expert lens of Matt Harden—a former USMC Infantry Squad Leader, veteran SWAT Team Leader, and founder of OpTempo Training Group. Each episode delivers compelling conversations with leading specialists across tactical operations, athletic development, overlanding expeditions, and extreme sports.
Matt's military and law enforcement background provides the perfect foundation for extracting practical wisdom from his guests, offering listeners actionable strategies they can implement immediately. Whether you're a tactical professional, outdoor enthusiast, or simply someone looking to elevate your performance and push beyond comfort zones, this podcast delivers the insights and motivation you need.
The Harden Up Podcast
Ep 53: Wells Jones: Navy Veteran and World Adventurer
In this episode, we sit down with Wells Jones—a Navy veteran, former Antarctic pararescueman, actor, author, and world traveler. Wells shares his incredible journey from military service in some of the harshest environments on Earth to his time in front of the camera and an unforgettable expedition through the Middle East that became the foundation for his latest book.
We talk about:
- His path to becoming a Navy pararescueman
- What it's like operating in the extreme conditions of Antarctica
- The transition from military life to acting and storytelling
- Lessons learned from his travels across the globe
- The inspiration behind his recent Middle East expedition and book
- The mindset of an adventurer and what keeps him pushing boundaries
A Line in The Sand by Wells Jones:
https://www.amazon.com/Audible-Line-Sand-Novel/dp/B0D187YKRN/ref=tmm_aud_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=&sr=
Seeds of Peace: https://www.seedsofpeace.org/
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