Episodes
May 17, 2024
Tel Aviv, Part 4: Gaza
Navigating the unpredictable currents of private security, Franye and I share firsthand accounts that illuminate the high stakes of government contracts and the critical importance of team dynamics. We peel back the curtain o...
May 16, 2024
Tel Aviv, Part 3: Gaza
When the chaos of Gaza City's front lines collides with the unseen battles of diplomatic security, it's not just about surviving—it's about understanding the price of protection. This account, as raw as the wounds of war, pul...
April 26, 2024
Episode 4b: Tel Aviv, Echoes of Conflict Experiencing Israel Through a Contractor's Eyes
Embark with us on a gripping sojourn into the heart of Israel's diplomatic security landscape, as I chronicle my experiences alongside Duke, a seasoned Diplomatic Security Service agent. Our mission: to navigate the treachero...
April 26, 2024
Episode 4a: Tel Aviv, Echoes of Conflict Experiencing Israel Through a Contractor's Eyes
When the world shifted on its axis on September 11, 2001, I found myself at a crossroad between the urgent need to reach out to my loved ones and the burning desire to return to the service of my country. I stepped into a new...
April 24, 2024
Episode 3: Tel Aviv, (My first deployment as a government contractor)
Subscribe to our youtube channel, The CrossFit Pittsburgh Podcast. There is an eposide dropping soon about my time in Gaza. Having a bounty put on us by Hamas, losing team mates to those cowards, facing them daily, and where ...
April 15, 2024
The 2024 Murph Challenge Registration is Live!
There is only ONE Official Murph Challenge. "It is the 'Official Annual Fundraiser' of the LT Michael P. Murphy Memorial Scholarship Foundation 501(c)(3), and it is what funds their efforts, year after year, including the com...
April 10, 2024
The Born Primitive Men's Cloud Hoodie, The Festivus Games and The Sleep Monster
Have you ever worn a hoodie so soft and comfortable that you were almost choked-out by the Sleep Monster? Try this one from Born Primitive. Support the show
April 4, 2024
Episode 2: Today we remember the loss of three City of Pittsburgh Police Officers. One of them a dear friend.
On this day, 15 years ago, our dear friend Paul Sciullo, and two other City of Pittsburgh Police Officers were ambushed and killed by a coward. This is his story. Support the show
March 6, 2024
Paladin Tactical Shooting Solutions is Now Scheduling Classes for Spring/Summer.
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Feb. 14, 2024
Shout out to Spencer Panchik, Born Primitive and the Tactical Games
Today's the kind of Monday where nostalgia meets the rush of the present, and we're reveling in the remarkable journey of Spencer Panchik. From a youngster stepping into our very first gym location, Spencer's growth into a fo...
Feb. 10, 2024
The CrossFit Pittsburgh Affiliate Store by Fully Amped
Ever reminisce about the good old days of gym gear sourcing? Well, buckle up for a nostalgic trip and a glimpse into the future of fitness fashion, all rolled into one episode. I'll walk you through the evolution from those e...
Jan. 31, 2024
Episode 1: CrossFit Pittsburgh Origin Story - Part 1
In 2004, I found my fitness philosophy forever changed by a chance encounter with CrossFit. Fast forward to the present, and you'll hear how a single workout evolved into CrossFit Pittsburgh, a community that’s as much about ...
Jan. 2, 2024
Silent Supporters: The Reality of Online Loyalty
Ever been left hanging with only a private thumbs-up from a friend when you really needed their public backing? You're not alone. Today, we're tackling the often-invisible line between those who step up in the spotlight and t...
Dec. 26, 2023
Embracing the Season: Nearing Victory in the Army Navy Challenge and Finding Balance in a Digital World
Early this morning, amidst the clanging of weights and the rhythmic thud of running shoes, I hit 85.92 miles in the Army Navy 100-mile challenge. I’m teetering on the edge of victory, and with the year’s end in sight, optimis...
Dec. 24, 2023
Christmas Eve Reflections: A Quest for 80 Miles and the Resonance of 'The Shepherd'
As I lace up my sneakers on this misty Christmas Eve morning, the goal is in sight: less than 20 miles to reach a year-end 80-mile milestone. What unfolds is more than just a typical workout; it's a testament to the inner str...
Dec. 21, 2023
Bullying (Navigating Fatherhood: Instilling Strength and Compassion in Our Sons)
Good morning to all our listeners out there grappling with the complex roles of fatherhood and the tough lessons we have to teach our kids. Today's talk is spurred by a profound passage that hit home for me, a reminder that w...
Dec. 15, 2023
Challenging Perspectives on Safety, Preparedness, and Survival
Do you truly understand what it means to be prepared? This episode challenges the very notion of safety and survival, taking you on an intense and introspective journey through a powerful passage from Jack Carr's book, "True ...
Dec. 14, 2023
Team Coins, Morale Patches and Other Cool-Guy Things
Join us on a sentimental journey to my childhood days as we honor the military service of Vietnam veteran, Ken, through his distinctive patches - a tangible testament to his courage and time served. My longtime friend and Ken...