No Bell Podcast
Real, candid, conversations on optimizing your technology, life, and mind. We're joined by Special Operations Veterans, entrepreneurs, investors, and others who have overcome difficulty to make it to the top of their craft by staying in the fight.
Seeing the Threat Sooner: Getting Left of Bang with AI feat. Patrick Van Horne
Host Sam Alaimo talks with Patrick Van Horne as they dive into the critical aspects of recognizing violent intent and the opportunity window for intervention. This episode emphasizes the importance of understanding behaviors that indicate a potential attack and discusses strategies for prevention and intervention.
Listen on Apple PodcastsLessons From the Brink of Death
Host Rob Huberty talks with Ed Mireles, a Marine-turned-FBI legend who survived one of the most infamous gunfights in law enforcement history. From the bleak streets of Cold War Bulgaria to the chaos of Miami's 1986 shootout, Ed shares his harrowing journey of courage, survival, and resilience. Listen as he recounts how he overcame life-threatening injuries, honored fallen comrades, and found purpose in living life to its fullest.
Listen on Apple PodcastsFrom Tanks to Tribes
Hosts Sam Alaimo and Rob Huberty chat with Otis McGregor, retired Army Special Forces lieutenant colonel, as he recounts his journey from driving tanks to becoming a Green Beret. Hear about his early days at Texas A&M, his unconventional path to the Special Forces, and how he navigated military life and entrepreneurship.
Listen on Apple PodcastsFlying into the Inferno
Host Sam Alaimo met with Bob Graham, a former Air Force pilot with over 500 combat flights, who shares his journey from Vietnam's battlefields to the intricacies of combat psychology. Dive into his gripping stories of survival, leadership, and the power of camaraderie.
Listen on Apple PodcastsThe Secret War's Invisible Heroes
Host Sam Alaimo dives into the shadows of Vietnam with John Stryker Meyer, Studies and Observations Group (SOG) veteran and author. From volunteering for the deadliest missions to facing 10,000-strong North Vietnamese Army (NVA) divisions, Meyer's gripping tales of heroism, loss, and unbreakable bonds will leave you in awe. Discover the untold story of America's most secretive warriors and the sacrifices they made in the name of duty and brotherhood.
Listen on Apple PodcastsThe Psychology of Combat and Courage
Hosts Sam Alaimo and Rob Huberty chat with Lieutenant Colonel Dave Grossman about his extraordinary journey from working on dangerous oil rigs in Nebraska to becoming a military psychologist, bestselling author, and global trainer for law enforcement and military forces. Hear how he turned military service and a passion for understanding combat psychology into a life dedicated to preparing others for the fight.
Listen on Apple PodcastsThe Westside Warrior
Host Sam Alaimo sits down with Jason “Gus” Gusic to uncover how a small-town Indiana boy became a Marine, police officer, and eventually, the mastermind behind Conjugate Tactical. Jason's story is a masterclass in leveraging life experiences to build a business that strengthens both bodies and minds.
Listen on Apple PodcastsA Tragedy of Historic Proportions
Host Rob Huberty sits down with John Dalziel, U.S. Marine Corps combat veteran, former law enforcement and FBI agent, and current Blue Cross Blue Shield head of security. After surviving 1983’s devastating Beirut barracks bombings, where 241 Marines, Sailors, and soldiers were killed, John spent decades grappling with mental health struggles and found hope by committing his life to keeping others safe. Inspiration guaranteed—take a listen.
Listen on Apple PodcastsTurning Passion Into Profession
Host Rob Huberty sits down with Tim Mosso to learn about his journey from attending an Ivy League college to enlisting in the Navy and later becoming a pivotal figure in the luxury watch community.
Listen on Apple PodcastsTeacher’s Pet Turned Field Artillery Officer
Meet Chris Molaro, West Point grad, Army captain, Wharton MBA, and entrepreneur. Listen as Chris tells Rob Huberty about his youth, Iraq, performing for the Pope at Yankee Stadium, and his exit transition experience with behavioral health system gaps, the barriers vets (and civilians) face with receiving appropriate, timely care…and how he started a very cool business to help do something about it.
Listen on Apple PodcastsThe Tech-Savvy Infantry Soldier
Meet ZeroEyes’ tech master, Matt Flint. Host Rob Huberty sat down with Matt, ZeroEyes’ Senior Director of Infrastructure and Technology Operations, to learn about his reckless childhood, military experience, and more. Listen to Matt’s rollercoaster of an Army journey (including IED-explosion incidents) and how he found a new mission after transitioning to civilian life.
Listen on Apple PodcastsAn Appreciation for Making Things Explode
Meet Bill Boyle, an inspirational veteran whose past includes Catholic school, homemade explosives, Army infantry during the Vietnam War, political science, becoming a CFO, and more. Rob Huberty and Sam Alaimo dive into Bill's experience and what it took to overcome obstacles.
Listen on Apple PodcastsInchstones
Real, candid, conversations on optimizing your technology, life, and mind. We're joined by Special Operations Veterans, entrepreneurs, investors, and others who have overcome difficulty to make it to the top of their craft by staying in the fight.
Listen on Apple PodcastsWork Hard, Be Honest
Don Vandergriff sits down with Sam Alaimo to discuss his experience, including his 25-year career as an Army tank officer, several-book author, and military leadership and training specialist. Don's fascinating history includes a secret adoption and Civil War reenacting—all before becoming a tank officer. It's an episode you won't want to miss.
Listen on Apple PodcastsA Lot of Check Writing to St. John the Baptist
Join Sam Alaimo and Rob Huberty as they dig into the life and mind of Sam Havelock, former US Navy SEAL and founder of SOFX, a daily report to inform decision-makers across the Special Operations, Private Military, and the Clandestine Service Community. From his humble beginnings of lighting off a string of M-80s to a military career and now an entrepreneur—Sam's done a lot and is still at it.
Listen on Apple PodcastsWe Are Pattern Matchers
Meet John Robb, an author, entrepreneur, veteran, and currently the owner and principal analyst for the Global Guerrillas Report. Sam Alaimo interviews John, digging into everything from his military history to his views on information transfer and how we think.
Listen on Apple PodcastsThe Very Model of a Modern Major General
Sam Alaimo sits down with Major General Brook Leonard, who also served as Combined Joint Task Force–Space Operations and the chief of staff of the United States Space Command. If you're not impressed by that, I don't know what else to say...
Listen on Apple PodcastsCoup D'œil
Sam Alaimo has the opportunity to interview Bruce Gudmundsson, an author, veteran, and military historian who previously taught at the Marine Corps Command and Staff College in Quantico, Virginia.
Listen on Apple PodcastsScanning Your Environment for Mismatches
Go deep on decision-making with Mark McGrath, a Marine interviewed by Sam Alaimo during episode 24. Mark talks about growing up as an Army brat, the influence of Top Gun, and delves into OODA Loops and John Boyd's decision-making practices. This one is a must-listen if you want to challenge yourself to make better, faster decisions.
Listen on Apple PodcastsThe Show Has To Go On
Rob Huberty interviews Dustin Kisling, a former US Navy SEAL, about his time serving and transition into corporate life. Dustin's upbringing in Wyoming, where his family has worked on a ranch on the same land for several generations, contributed to his sense of patriotism and work ethic. He also talks about his work with the Veterans Outdoor Advocacy Group, dedicating time to helping veterans address challenges in transitioning back to civilian life.
Listen on Apple PodcastsEvery Day Is Leg Day
Mike Lowinger’s early journey was plagued by confidence challenges. Sam Alaimo and Rob Huberty talk to him about it all—from tough decisions and pressure at a young age to the college and military experience, he struggled to find his true north. Learn the fitness tips that changed his life (he’s now training for a 50K), his fast and radical shock from the USMC to Amazon, and how a moment of forgetting his rubber duckie led him to his true mission. Tearjearker warning near the end…and a powerful speech you won’t soon forget.
Listen on Apple PodcastsHorse Racing + Video Games: A Duality Of Duty
Sam Alaimo and Rob Huberty interview Adam Nelson about growing up going back and forth between a horse racing farm and playing video games, then enlisting at age 18. He discusses being part of a psychological ops mission in Iraq, serving in radio operations, and his transition back to civilian life.
Listen on Apple PodcastsPointing Your Gun At The Most Likely Place
John Dailey, US Marine who, along with several other attributes, played a pivotal role in the Global War on Terror (GWOT) sits down to talk to Sam Alaimo and Rob Huberty on episode 20 of the No Bell Podcast. John enlisted in the Marine Corps at just 17 years old, citing his father's reverence for the veterans, Rambo, and several other factors in his decision to dedicate himself to a life of military service.
Listen on Apple PodcastsAn Army Ranger and a Dress Up Party
Stop me if you've heard this one before... An Army Ranger walks into a dress-up party... Meet Jon Norton: Veteran, mischief-maker, Founder, and successful VP. Rob Huberty and Sam Alaimo interview Jon and hear about his Connecticut roots, days in the Army, and transition to being a successful business person.
Listen on Apple PodcastsI Patrol to Contact
Sam Alaimo and Rob Huberty interview Tim Fallon, a Marine who lost his sight during an IED explosion in GWOT. He didn't want to stop doing what he likes, so he learned to ski while blind and continues to live his life as close to "normal" as he can. Tim didn't stop looking for a mission and now serves as VP of Strategy at ZeroEyes, combating gun violence and looking to end mass shootings.
Listen on Apple PodcastsA Bubbly Platoon Commander
“People ask me ‘Do you sleep well at night?’ Hell yeah, I do.” In the new No Bell Podcast, the dynamic Joe Choi shares his SEAL Team memories (including those of Charles “Chuck” Keating IV, the SEAL who sacrificed his life in a northern Iraq firefight with ISIS), why he recommends the MBA path to kick off military transitions, and what he’s doing today. Tune in now!
Listen on Apple PodcastsGarden Variety Vandalism
Sam Alaimo introduces us to Adam Karaoguz, a former US Navy SEAL and Naval Special Warfare Officer, current writer and novelist, generally interesting dude. Adam talks about his journey to becoming a SEAL, his transition out of the military, and finding success and humility in his life.
Listen on Apple PodcastsBusted Down in Delaware
Sam interviews JT Wilkins, and discovers one of the only interviews of someone who started his military path in primary school. Sam explores the leaders that shaped JTs life in the Marine Corps and future career path once he left the military. No surprise to those of us that know him, JT has a history of being a bit of a partier and troublemaker...
Listen on Apple PodcastsMeet a Skydiver Who's Afraid of Heights: Chris Angarita
Meet Chris Angarita, a former US Navy SEAL who had joined the military just before 9-11. During his interview with Sam Alaimo, we explore his mindset, experience, and transition out of the military. Chris is a now a successful sales leader and a voracious reader, he's intensely focused on solving customer problems and understanding how to overcome obstacles, which reading hundreds of books definitely helps him do!
Listen on Apple PodcastsRomance Languages and Leadership Skills with Burgess Nichols
Getting to sit down with Burgess Nichols gives insight into transitioning out of the military, applying leadership skills and learning a new way of working in corporate culture. Sam and Burgess dive into problem solving and new ways to approach challenges that apply to anyone who wants to un-f**k themselves.
Listen on Apple PodcastsJim Maxwell: He's the Bomb (and Organized Crime, Espionage, and More) Expert
If you're into the history of the FBI, espionage, bomb squads, and other badass things most of us only watch TV shows about... Jim Maxwell's episode of the No Bell Podcast is for you. Interviewed by Rob Huberty, Jim talks about the threats that America has faced for more than 35 years.
Listen on Apple PodcastsOf Presidential Relatives, Burning Bridges, and Solving Sticky Booger Problems
Rob Huberty interviews Carter Stapleton, relative of Jimmy Carter, collegiate athlete, military veteran, and ZeroEyes leadership team member. A North Carolina native, Carter has a long history of service in the military and great insights into the mindset you need in order to succeed and how to expand your knowledge base.
Listen on Apple PodcastsA Green Beret, A Guy In A Dress, And A Great Meth Town
Real, candid, conversations on optimizing your technology, life, and mind. We're joined by Special Operations Veterans, entrepreneurs, investors, and others who have overcome difficulty to make it to the top of their craft by staying in the fight.
Listen on Apple PodcastsThe Stuff Beyond the Money: Talking Investment with Uday Sandhu
Dig into the world of investing and building the next successful AI companies through investing in the right teams with Uday Sandhu, General Partner at Alpha Intelligence Capital.
Listen on Apple PodcastsFrom SEALs to Sled Dogs with Jeff Reid
Sam chats with fellow US Navy SEAL and recent Iditarod racer, Jeff Reid, about his experiences joining the military, coming home, and finding purpose again mushing sled dogs in the Iditarod in his new home state of Alaska.
Listen on Apple PodcastsHockey Sticks and Strategy with Mia Link
Real, candid, conversations on optimizing your technology, life, and mind. We're joined by Special Operations Veterans, entrepreneurs, investors, and others who have overcome difficulty to make it to the top of their craft by staying in the fight.
Listen on Apple PodcastsKeeping Together In Time
If you've ever met Sam Alaimo, it may not come as a surprise that he never considered ringing the bell during Hell Week at BUD/s on his way to becoming a Navy SEAL. As you listen to Sam talk about the beauty of shoveling shit or not showering for months while on a deployment, it's becomes clear why he's now serving ZeroEyes as CRO and Co-Founder: he's focused on a mission and will probably even find some beauty in it.
Listen on Apple PodcastsToo Pure For This World
Meet Kieran Carroll, Naval Academy attendee, DC-native, Riverine Squadron member, sneaky ops, Price Waterhouse Cooper team member, and now ZeroEyes Chief Strategy Officer. A lot packed into his life and then highlighted in a single podcast episode.
Listen on Apple PodcastsPatriotic Underwear Model
We're joined by Dustin Brooks, a former US Navy SEAL, BUD/S trainer... and underwear model... He's full of surprises and is proudly our ZeroEyes CCO.
Listen on Apple PodcastsSpreadsheets About Lettuce
ZeroEyes CTO talks about growing a business from seed stages—literally, it was a vegetable business—to becoming CTO of a gun detection solution. Tim discusses the rigor of having to learn every aspect of early business and the impact of having to fire his own best friend. Dig into Tim's process of being self-taught in several aspects of his career and why he kept pivoting to make things work.
Listen on Apple PodcastsBeautifully Unfair
Meet Rob Huberty. Almost a lawyer. Almost a firefighter. Actual US Navy SEAL and Co-Founder of ZeroEyes who happens to make a fantastic cup of coffee. Rob talks about his early inspiration from Atticus Finch, how 9/11 impacted him, and why things being unfair can be what's best for growth.
Listen on Apple PodcastsOperation Candyman
In our first episode, we meet Mike Lahiff, Co-Founder and CEO of ZeroEyes and former US Navy SEAL. Sam talks to Mike about growing up in Pennsylvania, his journey to becoming a SEAL, and how ZeroEyes got started.
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