The Distinguished Savage Podcast

Savage Sunday is a short episode with reviews, books recommendations, upcoming guests, and whatever else is rolling around in my head! Sponsor http://www.absolutesecurityandlock.com

Brian Wenner is a Firefighter/ Paramedic in the Portland Oregon area. This is the second part of our conversation and we go further down the rabbit hole of defensive tactics for EMS providers, we talk about EMS, and we nerd out a bit on Fire Fighting! You can find Brian on IG at @fastwrapco. Special thanks to my sponsor Absolute Security and Lock http://www.absolutesecurityandlock.com

Brian Wenner is a FireFighter/ Paramedic in the Portland area as well as defensive tactics instructor for his department. In Part 1 of this two part series we discuss his journey in to EMS. Working in Portland proper during the riots and Covid and how he was able to bring a DT program to his department. This isn't just an EMS discussion, we go in to the nuts and bolts of the program DT4EMS and discuss the the various methodologies of DT in the EMS work flow environment! You can find Brian on IG @fastwrapco. Special thank you to my sponsor Absolute Security and Lock http://www.absolutesecurityandlock.com for their support as well as the locks and security system at Rogue Manor South!

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Teena Gooding is a retired LEO, instructor, and fascinating woman! She and her husband Mark started Fortis Tactical Systems https://fortistactical.com They offer several courses, Concealed Carry Permit, Defensive Tactics, SAFE Defensive Tactics Instructor, Trauma Informed Policing, and FOSS Female Officer Survival School among others! In this conversation we focus on Teena's career, and more so her course work and it is incredible! We get in to her Trauma Informed Policing which I feel should be taught to all first responders and her Female Officer Survival School which is a signature course designed to help female LEOs navigate working in law emforcement! Teena is truly a rare find! She is open, honest, and absolutely passionate about her work! It was incredible having the opportunity to talk with her! You'll be hearing a lot more from her in the future I believe!

Savage Sunday is a short update episode with reviews, info, recommendations, and whatever else is knocking around in my head!

An archive episode from early on in the show! Dr. Jason Piccolo, US Army Combat Vet, Retired Federal Agent, author, and podcaster. His Show The Protectors can be found on moat all podcast players https://protectors.us and his books are available on Amazon.

Savage Sunday is a short update episode with reviews, recommendations, and upcoming training!

Aaron Gastelum is a Paramedic, Bjj player, Artist, Knife Maker, and life journeyman! Aaron and I were team mates on the Special Operations Rescue Team at Austin Travis Co EMS but Aaron is much more than that! He is a fascianting guy with many layers, many talents, and he is the guy you want around when things go sideways! This is an archive episode from the early days of the show! Special thanks to Aaron for his brotherhood and his time as well as buying in to my crazy podcast idea in the early days!

Savage Sunday is a weekly short update episode that gives reviews. recommendations, and answers listener questions! Links for Premier Body Armor can be found here, https://premierbodyarmor.com/# and the link for the Paul Jones Blazer I mentioned from Amazon can be found here. https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0918YMDYT?psc=1&ref=ppx_pop_dt_b_asin_title

Cliff Odette is a Mastro Defense System Instructor and Krav Maga Black Belt with his school, Self Defense Fit Lab, located in Riverside California. Cliff is an incredible coach and very solid brother! In this episode we talk about his growing up wreslting in High School and College and looking to test his metal in street fights. We also talk about training, his coaching style, and he hints at what may be next in his evolution of coaching and content! You can find Cliff on IG @selfdefnsefitlab or his web site https://selfdefensefitlab.com

Dean Franco is an FMA martial artist/ instructor and an edged weapon expert. He is also that rare coach that looks all martial arts and systems from a pragmatic view rather than a dogmatic one! In this episode we talk about his journey through the FMA world and his training in many other edged weapon methodolgies, as well as the moral, ethical, legal issues of carrying and defending yourself with a blade! You can find Dean on Facebook under Dean Franco, or his instagram @dean.8553, or his youtube channel, FMA Discussion https://www.youtube.com/@fmadiscussion5153 Huge thank you to Dean for his incredible insights and his time!

https://swiftsilentdeadly.com Justin Carroll is a former MARSOC Marine, OGA contractor, Paramedic, and a man of many talents! For his third time on the show, we AAR his course I recently attended on lock picking and non destructive entry, plus out usual banter and shenanigans! You can find Justin on his blog.

Brian Marren and Greg Williams are human behavior pattern recognition and analysis experts! They put on training through their company Arcadia Cognerati and host an incredible show, The Left of Greg Podcast. In this episode we discuss thier new textbook, The Theory Of HBPR&A. You can find more on them and the text as well as a 10% off code here, https://arcadia-cognerati-101560.square.site/product/the-theory-of-hbpr-a-textbook-/5 Use the code SUBSCRIBE10 for 10% off the book! https://arcadiacognerati.com https://www.leftofgreg.com Brian and Greg are two of the most fascinating guys you'll meet and thier understanding of human behavior and human performance is astounding! I highly recommend thier book, their training, and the podcast! The content they put out is immediately actionable!

Another archive episode, my incredible friend Jackie, former EMS, now LEO agreed to come on the show way back when I first began this whole thing! Jackie is an incredibly solid person as you'll hear in this interview! I'm working to get her back on for a second time to talk about life since we recorded this one back in early 2020! FYI a while after this interview she was shot in the line duty taking several 45 rounds to the vest and lived to tell the tale! There are some great lessons and takeaways in this episode, especially for female LEOs!

Will Adams is a Bjj Black Belt, Knife Maker, and Paramedic! This episode was of the first 5 or so that I recorded when I first started the podcast back in 2019. Will is one of the most fascinating guys you'll ever meet! He's incredibly funny, smart, mischeivious, and will call you on your bullshit! Will is so very Will and that's truly what is so interesting about him!

Nick Moore is a Paramedic, Tactical Medic, and now Training Coordinator for Williamson County EMS in Central Texas. Nick and I first met when he contacted me about the Paramedic Safety Program we built at Austin Travis Co EMS. Wilco EMS and Nick eventually brought the program to WIlco EMS and rolled it out to their entire Field Staff as well as Round Rock Fire and has since continued to grow the program for other departments in Williamson Co and Central Texas. Nick is an incredibly solid guy, a leader, and a true brother! Special thanks to both him and Wilco EMS for believing in me!

Part 2 of my conversation with Justin Carroll, swiftsilentdeadly.com!

Justin Carroll is back for another episode! Justin is a USMC Vet, MARSOC, OGA Contractor, author, podcaster, world traveler, Paramedic, SAR Team member, and International Man of Mystery! In this episode we go in to what makes a good partner and while we discuss it in terms of EMS there are great takeaways for any relationship where you have get along with another person! This is part 1 since his internet went down while recording! Part 2 will be up tomorrow, October 12! You can find Justin on his blog swiftsilentdeadly.com and his podcast with Rich Brown, Across The Peak availble on all podcast players!

Todd Fox is back on the show dicussing his latest book, Underpinning! We go in depth on the book and defensive tactics instruction for LEOs! Todd @tourprotection on instagram is Marine Crps Vet, Former LEO, Swat Operator, and now Protection Agent for some very high level artists, dignitaries, and C Suite Execs. In addition he trains LEO's and Government Agencies! He is a 4th Degree Black Belt in BJJ among his many accomplishments however he is best known for his Coral Belt in Brazilian Accents! If that doesn't make sense just listen to the end of the episode! It's priceless! You find all things Todd at his website tourprotection.com and his books are available there and Amazon. Also welcome my new sponsor. Absolute Security and Lock. For all your Locksmithing, Securty, and CCTV needs! ASL is located in Roxboro NC and covers North and South Carolina! absolutesecurityandlock.com.

Justin Carroll is a man of many talents! Former Marine Raider, author, Instructor, podcaster, Paramedic, and international man of mystery! He is also one solid borther! In this episode we talk about his past work with OGAs, being a paramedic and working EMS, lock picking, personal security, and several other rabbit holes! Justin has a website/ blog www.swiftsilentdeadly.com as well as his own podcast with Rich Brown called Across The Peak available on most podcast players.

Nina Ng is an author, RN, and NGO Humanitarian Worker who spent time in Haiti and Iraq. Her new book, Deeds Not Words, A Story about Iraq, Love and Mania is available now on Amazon!

Gil Narvaez of Fortitude Consulting took time out to help me get my shooting together and we recorded a quick podcast and put it out while I was at his house!

An episode from the archives. JC Villarreal is asecurity contractor, close protection agent and lead instructor of Engage MX in Monterey Mexico! JC teaches tactics, Krav Maga, and other urban combatives as well as being the head of the Mexico chapter of Libre Fighting Sydstems! In this episode from nearly three years ago we talk about the cartels and JC being abducted by a cartel, as well as the training he does and offers! You can find him on instagram @engage_mx. One caveat, this episode is from the early days of the podcast so my audio is a bit wonky! My mike had stopped working so as you'll hear, I had to use my computer microphone! It's not horrible but you'll get the jist!

Chase McDougal is a Pro Fighter, Coach, and fascinatng guy! Chase along with his Dad and brother own Dark Horse Matial Arts, aka Dark Horse Dojo in Tulsa Oklahoma. In their words Combat Training for misfits, heathens, shamans, outcasts, outlaws, wizards, withches and.... Chase is one those guys you meet that you instantly like! He is open, genuine, and always has a big smile that hints at good natured mischeviousness! He has trained in martial arts since the age of 3 and is truly a life long martial artist and more importantly a coach! You can find Chase on Youtube at Dark Horse Dojo.

Savage Sunday is short update episode for The Distinguished Savage Podcast!

On this episode, my good friend, Scott Morris, Commercial Airline Capt. and Firearms Instructor takes over the host duties and interviews me! This was a fun turn of the tables for me being interviewed! Scott will be putting out his own podcast very soon and this was an opportunity for him to be the interviewer and a chance for me to be open, honest, and answer some questions from friends about my life, and all the recent life changes I've had! You can find Scott on IG @w.scottmorris and his website www.certustrainingsolutions.com.

Savage Sunday is a short update episode for The Distinguished Savage Podcast! It features upcoming guests, book and gear reviews, as well as upcoming training opportunities!

Brian Marren and Greg Williams teach human behavior pattern recognition and analysis through their company Arcadia Cognerati. They also have a podcast called The Left of Greg! Brian and Greg are two of the most fascinating guys you'll ever meet and their depth and breadth of knowledge of human behavior is absolutely incredible! In this episode we talk about some of the problems I've come across in my own life of late in regards to communication and understanding with those closest to me! We discuss the diffrences in male and female communication and how to better bridge that gap and we talk how our biases can both help and hurt situations we find oursleves in! You can find more on Brian and Greg's work at www.arcadiacognerati.com and their podcast, The Left of Greg on all podcast platforms!

Christun Erwin, also known as Healthy Buffalo on both instagram and YouTube is many things! She's a Mom, martial artist, self defense instructor, and an amazing human being! She teaches self defense seminars for women and her approach is a very different one from the norm! Christun is a multi time allum of Craig Douglas' course work as well as other Shiv Works Collective instructors and her own training as well as her personal course work is very "self defense reality" centric! You can find Christun on IG @healthy.buffalo, or YouTube at Healthy Buffalo Christun Erwin, and her website www.healthy-buffalo.com.

Savage Sunday is a short update episode for The Distinguished Savage Podcast with upcoming guests, book and gear reviews, along with all things distinguished, all things savage!

Dr TC Fuller is a US Army vet, retired FBI Agent, and author! In this conversation we talk about his time in the Army and how he got to the FBI from there! We also talk about his new book, Painting Over Rust, Stories From a 20 Year Odyssey In The FBI. While this is a memoir, it is also a critical look at both the successes and failures of the FBI. In this conversation we talk about leadership, the current state of the country, and his other job with The Horus Group, a bespoke, concierge training, consulting, and research company! You can find TC at https://www.thehorusgroup.net and you can find his book at both https://www.paintingoverrust.com and Amazon! I highly recommend his book!

Savage Sunday is short episode of The Distinguished Savage Podcast with upcoming guests, book and gear reviews, and all things distinguished, all things savage!

Savage Sunday is a short update episode with upcoming guests, book reviews, and recommendations!

This interview is a rerelease of my conversation with my Mom, Jean Settlemyre Tashman! It was originally released 04/27/21. My Mom recently passed away on 04/20/23. She was a incredible leader, passionate about people and healthcare, and she was an innovator! This episode is a masterclass on leadership and the importance of doing the right thing! RIP Mom. You were one helluva an amazing woman! Walt

Matt Estridge is a retired Counter Terror Agent with Homeland Security among many other skillsets. Matt built a safer schools program called The LIVE program which he's tried to get implemented in his home state of Tennessee for the last 4 years, visiting the Tennessee Legislature several times and in fact pitched the program to the Governor of Tennessee himsrlf not that long ago! In the wake of the shooting in Nashville, I wanted to sit down with Matt and understand more about his program! This is a very candid conversation about his program and the possible whys as to Tennessee's state government not being proactive on an effective program to keep kids safe! You can find out more about Matt's program at theliveprogram.com.

Savage Sunday is a short update episode for The Distinguished Savage Podcast with upcoming guests, reviews, and recommendations!

Rich Brown is a man of many talents and skillsets! Marine Corps officer, former LEO, Shooting Instructor and host of The American Warrior Society Podcast to name only a few! In this conversation Rich and I talk his upbringing in the South, leadership, current narratives, and the future of our country to name a few! Rich is a Warrior and Sage and his insights are absolutely on point! You can find Rich on his and Mike Seeklanders podcast, The American Warrior Society and their website of the same name!

Phil Elmore is a martial artist, best selling author, podcaster, and man of many talents! This conversation truly runs the gamut of topics! I laughed more in this episode than any in recent memory. You can find Phils, books on Amazon, and you can find him on instagram @philelmore.

Savage Sunday is a short weekly update episode for The Distinguished Savage Podcast!

Savage Sunday is short update episode for The Distinguished Savage Podcast!

This is a rerelease of my very first episode I put out in Febuary 2020. My guest was James Pierson, retired Police Chief. Chief Pierson has an incredible martial arts background and has trained with some amazing people! This episode is very special to me for a number of reasons! Aside from being my first episode, Chief Pierson rarely does podcasts! And he took a chance on me! James is a wealth of knowledge and experience, and one of the most solid men I've had the honor of knowing!

Savage Sunday is a short update episode for the Distinguished Savage Podcast with upcoming guests, gear and book reviews, as well as all things distinguished, all things savage!

Mishayla Rhodes is a fascinating woman! She is a Bjj brown belt under Andre Galvao at Atos Jiu Jitsu in San Diego, Ca. She is one of the most resilient people I know! Her story is a literal journey of self actualization through finding Brazilian Jiu Jitsu!

Aaron Jannetti is a martial artist, innovator, and a fascinating man! His views, concepts, and teaching of self defense is evidence based, pressure tested, and highly effective! He is the co-owner of Endeaver Defense and Fitness in Columbus Ohio and the creator of Knife Control Concepts. In this episode we talk about his background and how he imparts his knowledge to those who train with him, as well as where his methods and concepts are going!

Savage Sunday is a short update episode with upcoming guests, reviews, and gear recommendations along with all things distinguished, all things savage!

Bob Bonasia is a former NYPD Special Services Operator who then went on to work for the US Secret Service and retired from there just after 20 years of service. During his time with Secret Service, he protected Reagan, Bush Sr, The Clintons, and Bush Jr often as Team Lead or Asst. Team Lead. Bob now works for KDI Protective Services, a premier protection company that serves clients both in the US and internationally.

Savage Sunday is a short weekly update episode for The Distinguished Savage Podcast with upcoming guests, reviews, and recommendations!

Michael Kurcina is a veteran, author, entrepreneur, and a man on The Warrior Path of Enlightenment. In this conversation we talk about his journey, his search for meaning, his process, and his views on life and journey. He is the author of the incredible book, We Fight Monsters. A book I highly recommend! You can find Michael on his website spotterup.com and his book is available both on his website and amazon!

Savage Sunday is quick update episode for the Distinguished Savage Podcast! Upcoming guests, book reviews and all things distinguished, all things savage!