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Knives, Wine, Ocean Conservation and Being a Navy SEAL ft. Andrew Arrabito
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Today we chat with Andrew Arrabito, a former US Navy SEAL who has dedicated his post-military career to marine conservation efforts. He is the founder and CEO of Half Face Blades which employs veterans and is a company that creates custom knives for outdoor enthusiasts and military personnel, and also advocates for sustainable fishing practices and the protection of marine wildlife. Arrabito's experience as a Navy SEAL has informed his approach to marine conservation, and he is a passionate advocate for preserving the ocean and its ecosystems.
Here is the breakdown:
[00:00:00] Bear encounters.
[00:03:44] Becoming a Navy SEAL.
[00:06:00] Miserable ocean swims.
[00:08:29] Physical toll of military service.
[00:11:33] Hallucinogenics for PTSD treatment.
[00:14:30] The power of DMT.
[00:17:14] Overcoming fear through psychedelics.
[00:20:59] Human fear of tomorrow and yesterday.
[00:23:08] Doing the right thing.
[00:25:59] Transitioning from military to civilian life.
[00:28:36] Custom knife design and business.
[00:31:31] Unique knife handles.
[00:36:03] Warpaw wine.
[00:37:22] Aging wine and hot sauce.
[00:40:11] Truffle hot sauce.
[00:43:08] Creating a team for mental health.
[00:45:58] Grizzly bears are no joke.
[00:50:23] Tattooing takes a long time.
[00:53:50] Tattoo meanings and stories.
[00:55:30] Tattoo pain as torture.
[00:57:51] Drinking and tattooing.
[01:02:25] Falconry License.
[01:02:53] Overcoming life's challenges.
Connect with Andrew:
IG: http://www.instagram.com/specoperator
Check out Half Face Blades Website: https://www.halffaceblades.com/
Connect with Aaron:
Website: http://www.chatsandtatts.com
Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@chatsandtatts
IG: http://www.instagram.com/chatsandtatts
Chats & Tatts YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/chatsandtatts
Aaron IG: http://www.instagram.com/aarondellavedova
Guru Tattoo: http://www.Gurutattoo.com
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