Best Urban Valor Podcasts (2025)

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He Survived a Meth Overdose and Became a Special Forces Soldier 1:13:40

10d ago1:13:40

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This is one of the wildest military redemption stories I’ve ever heard. Shawn Vance was a former college athlete who spiraled hard—stealing for the thrill, smoking weed daily, and eventually overdosing on meth he found while picking up trash on the freeway. The overdose wrecked his heart. He could’ve died. Should’ve, honestly. But instead… he enlis…

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Prioritize and Execute | The 3rd Law of Combat | JP Dinnell Podcast 111 1:04:45

2h ago1:04:45

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JP Dinnell tells you how to prioritize and execute to win in business and in life. Get your free training from First In Nutrition: https://www.firstinnutrition.com/jppod More from JP Dinnell: https://www.jpdinnell.com/ Join the conversation on instagram JP Dinnell: http://instagram.com/jpdinnell/ Lucas Pinckard: https://www.instagram.com/lucaspinck…

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Coming Back Stronger Than Before | JP Dinnell Podcast 110 57:49

7d ago57:49

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After recovering from a torn bicep, JP Dinnell opens up about healing, discipline, and the spiritual armor needed to fight complacency. He and Lucas explore leadership, faith, and how to triangulate your position in life and get back on the path. Get your free training from First In Nutrition: https://www.firstinnutrition.com/jppod More from JP Din…

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Turning Setbacks Into Stepping Stones | JP Dinnell 109 56:35

13d ago56:35

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After tearing his biceps in training, JP Dinnell breaks down how to lead yourself through pain, uncertainty, and recovery. He and Lucas discuss detachment, discipline, faith, and finding gratitude in adversity. Get your free training from First In Nutrition: https://www.firstinnutrition.com/jppod More from JP Dinnell: https://www.jpdinnell.com/ Joi…

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Marine Sent to Help Afghan Kids Caught in Devastating Blast 1:06:44

17d ago1:06:44

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She came to America at five. She became a Marine. What happened next will stay with you. This week on Urban Valor, we dive into the story of Gunnery Sergeant Kimmy Lamano, a Filipino-American immigrant who rose through the ranks of the U.S. Marine Corps while carrying the weight of trauma, silence, and survival. From growing up in Manila and Hawaii…

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Staying Disciplined in High Stress Situations | JP Dinnell Podcast 108 51:37

20d ago51:37

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Training is essential to success in high stress and once in a lifetime situations. JP talks about how to overcome those moments before they happen. Get your free training from First In Nutrition: https://www.firstinnutrition.com/jppod More from JP Dinnell: https://www.jpdinnell.com/ Join the conversation on instagram JP Dinnell: http://instagram.co…

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Marine Commander Blown Up, Ambushed, & Hunted by Enemy Sniper 1:34:33

24d ago1:34:33

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Blown up by a 25lb IED. Hunted by a sniper. Lost six Marines in one of the deadliest provinces in Afghanistan. This is Marine Lt. Col. Mike Manocchio’s story — and it’s unlike anything you’ve ever heard, and it's right here on today's Urban Valor Episode! Mike led troops through nonstop combat in Marjah, Helmand Province — an area packed with IEDs,…

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The Price of Blame: How Forgiveness Creates Success | JP Dinnell Podcast 107 53:43

27d ago53:43

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Real leadership isn't about being perfect — it's about taking ownership when you fall short and leading through forgiveness, accountability, and humility. In Episode 107 of the JP Dinnell Podcast, JP and Lucas break down what true Extreme Ownership looks like when you've made mistakes, hurt people, or fallen off track. Leadership demands more than …

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US Soldiers Survive Korean DMZ Shootout & Fatal Insider Attack in Kuwait 1:36:09

1M ago1:36:09

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In 2003, just days before the U.S. invaded Iraq, a US Army base in Kuwait—Camp Pennsylvania - was hit with a deadly insider attack. In this weeks Urban Valor episode, Army Sergeant Major Bart Womack recounts the terrifying night a fellow soldier threw grenades into tents full of sleeping American troops. It was the first insider attack of the Iraq …

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Faith, Family, and Federal Prison | Anthony Autry | Unchained Fit | JP Dinnell 106 2:03:17

1M ago2:03:17

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JP Dinnell sits down with Anthony Autry for one of the most incredible interviews in the history of the show. Get your free training from First In Nutrition: https://www.firstinnutrition.com/jppod More from JP Dinnell: https://www.jpdinnell.com/ Join the conversation on instagram: Anthony Autry: https://www.instagram.com/unchained_fit/ JP Dinnell: …

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Marine TOW Gunner Survives Iraq But Can’t Escape Scars of War 58:54

1M ago58:54

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Marine Corps boot camp, combat in Haditha, Iraq, and the chaos, comedy, and cost of it all. Austin Hancock’s story is wild, hilarious, and at times heavy — this episode dives into all of it. We start today's episode of Urban Valor with boot camp madness: grown men in whitey-tighties doing squats, drill instructors weaponizing humor like it’s their …

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Motivation vs Discipline: What Really Carries You | JP Dinnell Podcast 105 29:31

1M ago29:31

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Motivation will get you started, but only discipline will keep you on track. In Episode 105 of the JP Dinnell Podcast, JP and Lucas dive deep into the struggle every leader, athlete, and believer faces: how to stay focused on your mission when distractions, doubt, and setbacks come your way. Drawing on Navy SEAL training, Biblical wisdom, and real-…

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New Infantry Soldier Thrown Straight into the Kill Zone 1:24:58

1M ago1:24:58

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Army Infantryman Will Jones didn’t get a slow start to his military career. He got thrown into the fire—checking into his first unit mid-deployment… in Baghdad. No stateside prep. No easing in. Just boots on ground, rifle in hand, and mortar fire exploding around him. In this Urban Valor interview, Will shares what it’s like to be a brand new 11B I…

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Choosing the Right Person for the Mission | The Hard Truth About Seniority | JP Dinnell Podcast 104 49:37

2M ago49:37

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When the mission matters, how do you decide who leads? In this episode, JP Dinnell and Lucas break down the decision-making process for choosing the right person under pressure — whether in combat, law enforcement, or business. You'll learn why elite teams don't just rely on seniority, how to assess skill sets under stress, and why debriefs and tra…

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After Sending 300 Fallen Soldiers Home - This Airman Finally Broke 1:04:14

2M ago1:04:14

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Air Force veteran Travis MossBarger was tasked with something most of us can’t even imagine — sending over 300 fallen soldiers home. In this Urban Valor episode, Travis opens up for the first time about the silent, invisible duty that haunted him every single day of his six years in service. He didn’t pull a trigger — he processed the aftermath. He…

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The SEAL Rule That Saved Missions | Law of Combat #2: Simple | JP Dinnell Podcast 103 49:43

2M ago49:43

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JP Dinnell talks about the second law of combat: SIMPLE Get your free training from First In Nutrition: https://www.firstinnutrition.com/jppod More from JP Dinnell: https://www.jpdinnell.com/ Join the conversation on instagram JP Dinnell: http://instagram.com/jpdinnell/ Lucas Pinckard: https://www.instagram.com/lucaspinckard Bruiser Arms: https://w…

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Navy Corpsman Survives IED Blast Then Runs Towards Suspected Bomber 1:27:14

2M ago1:27:14

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What do you do when your Humvee gets rocked by an IED blast… and a suspicious car creeps toward you through the dust? Most people freeze. Navy Corpsman Noi Dumpit didn't. He confronted the driver — thinking it could be his last moment — and somehow chose not to pull the trigger. In this episode of Urban Valor, Noi relives the chaos of Fallujah, whe…

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Army Ranger, Grappler, Performance Coach: Roman Mori | JP Dinnell Podcast 102 1:36:52

2M ago1:36:52

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JP Dinnell sit down with former US Army Ranger, Jiu-Jitsu Practitioner, and Performance Coach Roman Mori. Roman talks about his deployments as a Ranger, training with Jon Danaher, and his move into performance coaching. Get your free training from First In Nutrition: https://www.firstinnutrition.com/jppod More from JP Dinnell: https://www.jpdinnell…

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Marine Survives Suicide Bomber That Killed 13 at Abbey Gate 1:42:59

2M ago1:42:59

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On August 26, 2021, during the chaotic evacuation of Afghanistan, Marine veteran Christian Sanchez stood at Abbey Gate when a suicide bomber detonated his device—killing 13 U.S. service members and hundreds of Afghan civilians. Thrown to the ground, barely conscious, Christian opened his eyes to pure chaos. Then came the gunfire—a Taliban fighter f…

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Origin USA Immersion Camp and BJJ Con | Planning time to decompress | JP Dinnell Podcast 101 53:19

2M ago53:19

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JP Dinnell and Lucas Pinckard talk about whether Immersion Camp is worth the investment and how to get alignment to be able to get time to train and decompress. Get your free training from First In Nutrition: https://www.firstinnutrition.com/jppod More from JP Dinnell: https://www.jpdinnell.com/ Join the conversation on instagram JP Dinnell: http:/…

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“Pinned Down in the Kill Zone” - Iraq Vet Survives Endless Ambushes 1:58:19

3M ago1:58:19

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Marine veteran Ralph Sarabia takes you inside the chaos of Iraq...convoys hit by IEDs, RPGs ripping overhead, close-quarters ambushes, and the split-second choices that decide who makes it home. In todays Urban Valor Podcast episode, he opens up about survivor’s guilt, hypervigilance, and rebuilding life after deployment with faith, family, and box…

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True Friendship and the Origins of the JP Dinnell Podcast | JP Dinnell Podcast 100 1:21:16

3M ago1:21:16

1:21:16

JP Dinnell reflects on 100 episodes of the podcast. He and Lucas unpack how the podcast got started and where it's going. Get your free training from First In Nutrition: https://www.firstinnutrition.com/jppod More from JP Dinnell: https://www.jpdinnell.com/ Join the conversation on instagram JP Dinnell: http://instagram.com/jpdinnell/ Lucas Pinckar…

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Marine Tells INSANE Stories about Life on a Navy Ship 1:24:58

3M ago1:24:58

1:24:58

Marine Corps Veteran Roger Michael Hall pulls no punches in this episode of Urban Valor. From 2017–2022, Roger served as an infantry mortarman (0341) — but this isn’t the recruiting poster version of the Corps. This is the truth about months living on a Navy ship, crammed into tight berthing spaces, working long hours, and finding ways to stay sane…

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Gunnery SGT Joe Reyna | A Marine's Story | JP Dinnell Podcast 099 2:24:58

3M ago2:24:58

2:24:58

After his deployment to Helmand Province, Gunnery Sergeant Joe Reyna returns stateside for new assignments. In Part 2 of his interview on the JP Dinnell Podcast Gunny get us caught up to the present and looks to the future of his time with the world's most elite fighting force, the USMC. Get your free training from First In Nutrition: https://www.f…

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U.S. Airman’s World Changed Forever After One Call 1:43:52

3M ago1:43:52

1:43:52

From a young immigrant kid running barefoot in Mexico to serving as a U.S. Air Force veteran in Iraq — this is the incredible untold story of Hector Cabrera. In this Urban Valor episode, Hector opens up about growing up with a single mother, losing his father, facing cultural identity struggles, and ultimately finding his calling in the U.S. milita…

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The 1st Law of Combat: Cover and Move | JP Dinnell Podcast 098 1:12:32

3M ago1:12:32

1:12:32

JP talks about the first and most important law of combat, Cover and Move. Get your free training from First In Nutrition: https://www.firstinnutrition.com/jppod More from JP Dinnell: https://www.jpdinnell.com/ Join the conversation on instagram JP Dinnell: http://instagram.com/jpdinnell/ Lucas Pinckard: https://www.instagram.com/lucaspinckard Brui…

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Army Chaplain EXPOSES The Hidden Trauma Soldiers Carry 1:14:17

3M ago1:14:17

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Army Chaplain Nimrod Alcala opens up about the hidden war that no one talks about—what it’s like carrying the emotional trauma of soldiers... until it breaks you. In this Urban Valor episode, Nimrod reveals the unbearable emotional toll of his service—not on the battlefield, but behind closed doors. As a U.S. Army Chaplain, he became the safe place…

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Truth is Necessary | Will AI Make Extreme Ownership Obsolete | JP Dinnell Podcast 097 1:08:43

3M ago1:08:43

1:08:43

JP Dinnell answers the question "Will AI make Extreme Ownership obsolete?" Get your free training from First In Nutrition: https://www.firstinnutrition.com/jppod More from JP Dinnell: https://www.jpdinnell.com/ Join the conversation on instagram JP Dinnell: http://instagram.com/jpdinnell/ Lucas Pinckard: https://www.instagram.com/lucaspinckard Brui…

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Navy Veteran/U.S. Marshal Risks Everything Exposing Federal Corruption 2:00:09

3M ago2:00:09

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PTSD. Whistleblowing. Betrayal by your own agency. Robert Ledogar lived it. A 32-year career — Navy vet turned U.S. Marshal — shattered when he chose integrity over silence. From chasing fugitives in New York to working the El Chapo and MS-13 cases, Lugar served at the highest levels… until the U.S. Marshals turned on him for protecting a fellow De…

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Jocko Podcast 500 and Creating Great Company Culture | JP Dinnell Podcast 096 1:14:20

3M ago1:14:20

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JP Dinnell congratulates @JockoPodcastOfficial on episode 500 and tells the stories from his point of view. Plus in a Q&A he breaks down how to create a culture of Extreme Ownership. Get your free training from First In Nutrition: https://www.firstinnutrition.com/jppod More from JP Dinnell: https://www.jpdinnell.com/ Join the conversation on instag…

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Marine Remembers Blast That Left His Friend Dismembered 49:30

4M ago49:30

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This week on Urban Valor, we sat down with Marine veteran Ernesto Menjivar. A man who watched his brother lose both legs to an IED right in front of him. Ernesto was 19 years old when he first hit the ground in Afghanistan, assigned to one of the most IED-infested regions in Helmand Province. The firefights came fast. The first one he was ever in, …

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How SEALs Make Decisions Under Fire | Jump Start Your Leadership | JP Dinnell Podcast 095 44:27

4M ago44:27

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🎙️ JP Dinnell Podcast EP095 — Extreme Ownership, Faith & Leadership Under Pressure What happens when Navy SEAL tactics meet biblical wisdom and personal accountability? In Episode 095 of the JP Dinnell Podcast, JP shares raw, actionable insights from the battlefield, the boardroom, and everyday life. This episode cuts through the noise with powerfu…

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Green Beret Faces Worst Nightmare After Surviving Hell in Afghanistan 58:15

4M ago58:15

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Green Beret Terry Wilson faced daily ambushes, IEDs, RPG attacks, and brutal firefights while deployed in Afghanistan’s deadly Helmand Province. But even after surviving the horrors of war, nothing could prepare him for the tragedy that struck back home—the heartbreaking loss of his son. This week on Urban Valor, we sit down with retired U.S. Army …

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There is No Strength Without Struggle | Tyron Caswell | Milestone Church | JP Dinnell Podcast 094 1:59:11

4M ago1:59:11

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JP Dinnell sits down with Pastor Tyron Caswell from Milestone Church to talk about faith, leadership, and discipline. Get your free training from First In Nutrition: https://www.firstinnutrition.com/jppod More from JP Dinnell: https://www.jpdinnell.com/ Join the conversation on instagram JP Dinnell: http://instagram.com/jpdinnell/ Lucas Pinckard: h…

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Marine Veteran’s Shocking Childhood Made Him Unbreakable 1:51:33

4M ago1:51:33

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He survived hell—and now he inspires millions. Tom “Quitproof” Jones, a former U.S. Marine and world-class endurance athlete, endured one of the most traumatic childhoods imaginable: being beaten, terrorized, and even woken with a gun to his forehead. In this episode of Urban Valor, Tom opens up about how his abusive father hunted his mom—with Tom …

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Twitch Streamer Gets Swatted and Goes From 660lbs to Online Inspiration |JP Dinnell Podcast 093 2:06:34

4M ago2:06:34

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In this powerful episode of the JP Dinnell Podcast, former Navy SEAL and leadership instructor JP Dinnell sits down with @EthanBenard former Twitch streamer, now a rising Instagram influencer and digital motivator with a story that will absolutely stop you in your tracks. Once known for his gameplay and online personality, Ethan's life took a terri…

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Army MP Recounts Combat Missions in Iraq & Haunting Investigations 1:01:15

4M ago1:01:15

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Meet Richard Aviles, a U.S. Army Veteran and former Military Policeman whose story is as raw as it is remarkable. In this Urban Valor episode, Richard recounts growing up in Puerto Rico, navigating culture shock in the U.S., and enlisting in the Army to escape homelessness and pursue purpose. Within months, he found himself deployed to Iraq, runnin…

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The Art of Resilience: Overcoming Adversity with a SEAL Mindset | JP Dinnell Podcast 092 1:17:28

4M ago1:17:28

1:17:28

Get your free training from First In Nutrition: https://www.firstinnutrition.com/jppod More from JP Dinnell: https://www.jpdinnell.com/ Join the conversation on instagram JP Dinnell: http://instagram.com/jpdinnell/ Lucas Pinckard: https://www.instagram.com/lucaspinckard Bruiser Arms: https://www.instagram.com/bruiserarms Echelon Front: https://eche…

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Marine Suffers Severe Burns From AAV Blast in Final Training Exercise 1:14:31

5M ago1:14:31

1:14:31

A Marine's worst nightmare came true in a split second. In this episode of Urban Valor, Marine veteran Kyle Hansen recounts the devastating moment his AAV (Amphibious Assault Vehicle) ran over a natural gas line, sparking a massive explosion that left him severely burned and changed his life forever. Kyle served in the U.S. Marine Corps from 2014–2…

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Details Save Lives | Why Navy SEALs Obsess Over the Small Things | JP Dinnell Podcast 091 1:03:49

5M ago1:03:49

1:03:49

Get your free training from First In Nutrition: https://www.firstinnutrition.com/jppod More from JP Dinnell: https://www.jpdinnell.com/ Join the conversation on instagram JP Dinnell: http://instagram.com/jpdinnell/ Lucas Pinckard: https://www.instagram.com/lucaspinckard Bruiser Arms: https://www.instagram.com/bruiserarms Echelon Front: https://eche…

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F/A-18 Marine Pilot Takes Down a Russian MiG-29 in Dogfight 1:28:54

5M ago1:28:54

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What really happens when a U.S. Marine fighter pilot faces off with a Russian MiG-29 at 8Gs? In this week’s episode of Urban Valor, we sit down with Major Ed Rush, a decorated Marine Corps F/A-18 pilot with nearly 2,000 hours of tactical flight time and over 50 combat missions under his belt. Raised by a legendary basketball coach and an NBA refere…

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How to Build Influence, Build Trust and WIN! | JP Dinnell Podcast 090 55:49

5M ago55:49

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🎙️ JP Dinnell Answers YOUR Questions | JPPOD 090 What does it really take to lead under pressure? How do you stay disciplined when motivation fades? In this Q&A episode, JP Dinnell—former Navy SEAL sniper and leadership instructor—answers hard-hitting questions from YOU, the listeners. 🔥 Whether you're in the military, business, or just trying to l…

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Marine Survived Desert Storm, Invaded Iraq with His Son, Then Survived Fallujah 1:28:24

5M ago1:28:24

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Meet Marine Corps veteran Armando Garcia, a dual-branch warrior who served 30 years in the U.S. Air Force and Marine Corps. In this episode of Urban Valor, Garcia recounts his incredible journey from Desert Storm to Fallujah, including surviving a grenade blast, building military infrastructure, training future Marines, and even serving alongside h…

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Why Most People Fail BUD/s | How To Lead Older More Experienced People | JP Dinnell Podcast 089 1:01:07

5M ago1:01:07

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Get your free training from First In Nutrition: https://www.firstinnutrition.com/jppod More from JP Dinnell: https://www.jpdinnell.com/ Join the conversation on instagram JP Dinnell: http://instagram.com/jpdinnell/ Lucas Pinckard: https://www.instagram.com/lucaspinckard Bruiser Arms: https://www.instagram.com/bruiserarms Echelon Front: https://eche…

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Iraqi Kid Leads Marines to Buried American Soldiers 1:55:19

5M ago1:55:19

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Former U.S. Marine Michael Delery joins us on Urban Valor to share a powerful and haunting story from his time in Iraq. During the 2003 invasion, Mike’s unit was approached by a young Iraqi boy who led them to a shallow grave—revealing the remains of four missing American soldiers. Growing up in South Central Los Angeles, Mike faced nonstop pressur…

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True Heroes | The Brothers We Lost | JP Dinnell Podcast 088 2:33:57

5M ago2:33:57

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JP Dinnell talks about the 12 heroes he remembers this Memorial Day. Marc Lee, Mikey Monsoor, Ryan Job, Darrik Benson, Aaron Vaughn, JT Tumlinson, Chris Kyle, Brad Carver, Chuck Keating, Seth Stone, Luke Barker, and Scott Stout. Isaiah 6:8 Also I heard the voice of the Lord, saying, Whom shall I send, and who will go for us? Then said I, Here am I;…

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Army Combat Cameraman Captures the Horrors of War (Still Haunts Him) 1:11:28

6M ago1:11:28

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This week on Urban Valor, we hear the extraordinary story of Army Staff Sergeant Robert Ham—a combat videographer whose job was to document war through the lens. Serving from 2007 to 2017, Robert captured footage most Americans will never see—graphic, haunting, and real. But it wasn’t until he reviewed the footage later that the emotional weight tr…

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Why Burning the Boats is A Stupid Idea...(At First ) | JP Dinnell Podcast 087 1:11:41

6M ago1:11:41

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Episode 087 – Leading Through Chaos, Carrying the Burden, and Knowing When to Walk Away In this episode of the JP Dinnell Podcast, JP and Lucas deliver one of their most transparent and hard-hitting conversations yet — tackling what it means to lead when the burden gets heavy, the mission gets messy, and the relationships around you start shifting.…

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Purple Heart Marine Survives Car Bomb But Battles PTSD 1:32:35

6M ago1:32:35

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Michael Allison is a U.S. Marine Corps veteran who survived a devastating VBIED (vehicle-borne improvised explosive device) attack in Iraq—but his toughest battles came after the war. In this episode of Urban Valor, Michael opens up about the trauma that followed his deployment, including PTSD, addiction, and divorce. Born in Jamaica and raised in …

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I Almost Shot Him...But Didn't | State Trooper Aaron Price | JP Dinnell Podcast 086 2:16:23

6M ago2:16:23

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Episode 086 – Faith, Fighting & Law Enforcement: The Story of Aaron Price In this episode of The JP Dinnell Podcast, JP sits down with Aaron Price, founder of 5 Stones Jiu-Jitsu and a state trooper in a narcotics unit, to explore the intersection of law enforcement, jiu-jitsu, leadership, failure, and faith. From growing up in a trailer park to nea…

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