Join us this week as Evan Hafer talks to the founders of Nomadic Research® Dagan Van Hooten and Matt Horton. Matt Horton, a former Navy SEAL and CIA contractor, and Dagan VanOosten, a former Scout Sniper/Recon Marine and CIA contractor, talk about the botched withdrawal from Afghanistan, the CIA, aliens, being a good father, and living every day with courage, and their company Nomadic Research®. Nomadic Research® began in the heart of Afghanistan with the Global War On Terror as the backdrop. Da...
Nov 21, 2023•2 hr 25 min•Ep. 294
Join us this week as Andy Stumpf, Mike Glover, and Evan Hafer talk about Mike’s recent trip to Skid Row and the devastating effect defunding the police have had on LA, more on the ongoing conflict between Israel and Palestine, how Evan got a $20,000 espresso machine for his forward operating base in the Middle East, and much more! Follow Andy and Mike on Instagram @andystumpf212 & @mike.a.glover @fieldcraftsurvival
Nov 15, 2023•1 hr 45 min•Ep. 293
Join us on this week's episode as FieldCraft Survival’s Mike Glover joins Evan Hafer in the studio. Together they go over the devastating long-term effects from burn pits in Afghanistan and Iraq, establishing a healthy work-home life, and Mike’s hot takes on the ongoing conflict between Israel and Palestine. You don’t want to miss out! Follow Mike & FieldCraft Survival on Instagram: @mike.a.glover & @fieldcraftsurvival
Nov 08, 2023•1 hr 31 min•Ep. 292
Everyone’s favorite Marine Corps Scout Sniper is back! Logan Stark joins Evan to talk about elk hunting on public lands, fitting in post service, staying healthy, being motivated, and much more in this week's episode. You don’t want to miss it! Follow Logan on Instagram: @LoganStark
Nov 01, 2023•2 hr 18 min•Ep. 290
Ryan McMillan’s resume is insane. He was born into a firearms dynasty, has a degree in physics, was a U.S Navy SEAL, and started one of the most elite American-made custom rifle stock companies in existence. McMillan sits down with Black Rifle Coffee Co.’s Evan Hafer to talk about the company his grandfather started in 1973. You may have heard of it: McMillan Fiberglass Stocks. The company and his grandfather, along with the US Marine Corps, created the modern sniper rifle. Ryan talks about what...
Oct 25, 2023•1 hr 43 min•Ep. 289
Mat Fraser, who took first place in the CrossFit Games for five consecutive years, gives Black Rifle Coffee Company's Evan Hafer an inside look at what kind of punishing physical training it took to be at the top of his game for so long and what life is like after retiring from competition as he continues to build his company, HWPO Training (Hard Work Pays Off).
Oct 18, 2023•1 hr 29 min•Ep. 288
Earl D. Plumlee sits down with Evan Hafer of Black Rifle Coffee Co. and describes the events of the fateful day in Afghanistan when 200 well-armed Taliban fighters breached his base’s perimeter with a huge explosion before launching a massive and extended attack. On August 28, 2013, MSG Plumlee was serving as a weapons sergeant assigned to Charlie Company, 4th Battalion, 1st Special Forces Group at Forward Operating Base Ghazni. For his actions on that day, Plumlee was awarded the Medal of Honor...
Oct 11, 2023•1 hr 44 min•Ep. 287
Black Rifle Coffee Co. Founder and CEO Evan Hafer is joined by friends Brandon Herrera, Donut Operator, and Heather Lynn, who just got back from a BRCC elk hunt in northern Utah. The GunTubers and BRCC OGs talk #BTS about making Black Rifle content, how to win (and get banned) by YouTube, Dungeons & Dragons, along with horror movies and their favorite comedians. They get into what it's like to go hunting for the first time and why it's always okay to bring along an FN SCAR. You don't want to...
Oct 04, 2023•1 hr 31 min•Ep. 286
Retired SEAL and author Ephraim Mattos was shot in the calf while volunteering as a medic with the Iraqi Army as he was transitioning out of the Navy. It was all caught on camera and went viral. He recovered from his wound, and ever since, he's been working constantly to continue a life of service and to help people who need it most in some of the most violent places on the planet. That's why he started Stronghold Rescue & Relief, a non-profit built to give aid to people in literal war zones...
Sep 30, 2023•2 hr 13 min•Ep. 285
When Jeremiah Workman was in the US Marine Corps, he received the Navy Cross for his actions during a three-hour firefight in a Fallujah building trying to get up a staircase to get to three brother Marines who had fallen. Workman talks with Black Rifle Coffe Co.'s Evan Hafer about his struggles with transitioning to civilian life since his time in Iraq, how he's worked to help his fellow veterans and focus on his family as his touchstone, and why on earth he has decided to get into politics. 🥇...
Sep 20, 2023•1 hr 53 min•Ep. 284
The misery faced by ancient soldiers, the merits of vintage camo patterns, the difference between general shitbaggery and creative rebellion, why we need a third political party, and is Mitch Mcconnell ctl+alt-deleting himself? — this pod has everything. Two BRCC founders talk about the hidden culture war in America between miserable, humorless people and those who can take a joke and have a backbone, the time they got pulled over at gunpoint in a truck full of crossbows and guns, and Evan shows...
Sep 13, 2023•1 hr•Ep. 283
In this episode of the Black Rifle Coffee Podcast, we are honored to host Navy SEAL Drago Dzieran. A Polish immigrant who made America his cherished home, Drago unravels the tumultuous time in Poland when dissent against the communist and socialist regime reached its zenith. He vividly describes the sweeping arrests that engulfed Poland in a single night and details his transformation from a brave activist to a prisoner of conscience. But Drago's journey did not end there. He delves into his har...
Sep 06, 2023•2 hr 7 min•Ep. 282
Guns, range drills, and the backstory of Black Rifle Coffee Company, oh my! In this wide-ranging discussion, the brain trust behind BRCC talks about the company's history, evolution, and what the next five years hold, plus get into the weeds on favorite handguns, sobriety, and success. 🥇 Explore Black Rifle’s Award-Winning Coffee ✅ Subscribe, like, and leave your comments below to join the conversation on everything from coffee roasting techniques to Evan's unfiltered thoughts on life, business...
Aug 30, 2023•1 hr 15 min•Ep. 281
Dive into the world of Black Rifle Coffee Company with former Green Beret and CIA contractor turned CEO Evan Hafer, and two of his best friends, former Navy SEAL Andy Stumpf and former Green Beret Mike Glover, of Fieldcraft Survival. After a tour of Fieldcraft Survival's new HQ in Provo, Utah, the three talk $h!t and tell stories, including: The long road to success for Black Rifle Coffee Company. The company's recent win, the prestigious Golden Bean award, for its's ECS roast Circus Bear. The c...
Aug 23, 2023•1 hr 22 min•Ep. 280
Former Green Berets and CIA contractors Evan Hafer and Mike Glover embark on a wild journey through, critical incidents involving law enforcement, what rewilding is and how it changed them, and the whys behind the concealed carry choices these two combat veterans make and how they think about preparedness and defense. The duo breaks down an incident with an Ohio State Trooper and the misuse of police dogs, plus what goes into training animals for combat-related jobs. They also share a raw reflec...
Aug 16, 2023•1 hr 8 min•Ep. 279
Evan Hafer hosts Black Rifle Coffee Company OG Jariko Denman — a retired US Army Ranger who deployed to combat 15 times in Iraq and Afghanistan from 2002 to 2012, amounting to 54 months of total combat experience as part of a Joint Special Operations Task Force. In this episode, they get into how to live an epic life post-service, the difference between life abroad and life in the US, guilty pleasures, the downside of the carnivore diet, and @barfly5432 making beef jerky in a hotel room. Plus, a...
Aug 09, 2023•1 hr 18 min•Ep. 278
Join host Evan Hafer and Mike Glover on this episode of the Black Rifle Coffee Podcast. In this episode, Evan and Mike explore the origins of single man CQB and Evan's unique style of teaching as a GRS instructor, offering a fascinating glimpse into the world of tactical training. Get ready for an insider's perspective as Mike recounts his training journey under Evan's guidance. The conversation takes a serious turn as Evan shares the story of his recent near-death experience, where his truck fl...
Aug 03, 2023•51 min•Ep. 277
Join host Mike Glover on the Black Rifle Coffee Podcast for a riveting conversation with Remi Adeleke—an extraordinary man whose life journey embodies perseverance and resilience. From West Africa to the Bronx, Remi's path led him to become a US Navy SEAL, conquering some of life's toughest challenges. As a motivational speaker, he inspires and educates others with his transformative experiences. Discover Remi's remarkable story—from the military to acting and acclaimed authorship—and be captiva...
Jul 26, 2023•46 min•Ep. 276
Join host Mike Glover on the Black Rifle Coffee Podcast as he sits down with Casey Hildreth, Fieldcraft Survival Training Director and tactical instructor. Casey, a retired veteran with 19 years in the special operations community, brings a wealth of experience and a newfound purpose in making our communities safer and more capable. Don't miss this episode as Casey shares his insights and experiences from both the battlefield and his current mission to empower others. Instagram @casey.fieldcraft...
Jul 19, 2023•55 min•Ep. 275
Tune in to the Black Rifle Coffee Podcast as host Mike Glover sits down with AJ Richards, an agricultural and food supply chain management expert, in a groundbreaking episode that will change the way you think about food. With a background in family ranching and a deep commitment to improving the world, AJ is on a mission to transform the current food supply chain model. Join us as he unveils his revolutionary SAAS marketplace, connecting consumers directly to producers nationwide, and empowerin...
Jul 12, 2023•47 min•Ep. 274
Join host Mike Glover and special guest Johnny Strong on the Black Rifle Coffee Podcast as they delve into the extraordinary journey of Johnny's directorial debut in his latest film, Warhorse One. In this episode, Johnny Strong shares the compelling synopsis of Warhorse One, a gripping story set during the 2021 US military withdrawal from Afghanistan. As Master Chief Richard Mirko (played by Johnny Strong), the lone survivor of a downed SEAL team helicopter, embarks on a mission to rescue a grou...
Jul 06, 2023•1 hr 5 min•Ep. 273
Welcome to the latest episode of the Black Rifle Coffee Company podcast, where we serve up a strong brew of coffee and share extraordinary stories. Join hosts Evan Hafer and Mike Glover as they delve into the realms of preparedness and modern survival. In this episode, the spotlight is on Mike Glover, who has recently released his book titled "Prepared: A Manual for Surviving Worst-Case Scenarios." Evan takes the opportunity to interview Mike, digging deep into the origins and inspiration behind...
Jun 22, 2023•1 hr 8 min•Ep. 272
Welcome to the Black Rifle Coffee Company podcast, where real stories and honest conversations brew. In this episode, join host Mike Glover as he welcomes guest Dan Robert. Dan Robert served his country with unwavering dedication in the Army for 12 years before being medically retired as a Staff Sergeant. His commitment to his fellow service members extended beyond the battlefield as he fearlessly stepped forward as the first named plaintiff in the court case challenging the “jab” mandate impose...
Jun 14, 2023•1 hr 4 min•Ep. 271
Welcome to the Black Rifle Coffee Company podcast, where real stories and honest conversations brew. In this episode, join host Mike Glover as he welcomes guest Hasard Lee. Hasard Lee is a highly accomplished U.S. Air Force fighter pilot, recognized for his exceptional skills and leadership. He began his career flying the F-16, earning the prestigious title of 'Top Instructor Pilot of the Year' for the Air Force's largest F-16 Combat Wing. In the War in Afghanistan, he led his pilots as a flight...
Jun 07, 2023•41 min•Ep. 270
Welcome to the Black Rifle Coffee Company podcast, where real stories and honest conversations brew. In this episode, join host Evan Hafer as he welcomes special guest Andy Stumpf, the host of the new show "Change Agents." "Change Agents" is an unfiltered exploration of the world's most pressing issues, from sex trafficking and modern-day slave labor to wildlife poaching and political persecution in North Korea. Andy, a former Navy SEAL and the acclaimed host of the "Cleared Hot" podcast, sits d...
May 31, 2023•53 min•Ep. 269
Welcome to the Black Rifle Coffee Company podcast, a place where real stories and honest conversations brew. Join hosts Evan Hafer and Mike Glover as they delve into the gritty world of veteran entrepreneurship, tackling the trolls and haters that inevitably cross their path. In this episode, we pull back the curtain on the raw realities of running a business as veterans. We share our firsthand experiences of facing adversity, navigating through the skepticism, and rising above the noise. Join u...
May 25, 2023•1 hr 34 min•Ep. 268
In this episode, host Mike Glover sits down with Greg Anderson. Greg is a former law enforcement officer with the Port of Seattle Police Department. His 8-minute Instagram video went viral, in which he called on fellow officers to consider the legality and constitutionality of enforcing strict pandemic measures and to respect citizens' constitutional rights. As a veteran of the U.S. Army's 75th Ranger Regiment, Anderson emphasized the importance of upholding individual liberties and warned of po...
May 19, 2023•1 hr 24 min•Ep. 267
In this episode of the Black Rifle Coffee Podcast, host Mike Glover sits down with retired Air Force Col. Kim Campbell, the only woman pilot in her squadron and the hero behind a legendary A-10 landing. During a mission over Baghdad 20 years ago, Kim’s aircraft was shot, and she managed to bring it back to the ground safely despite having lost power steering and other controls. Mike chats with Kim about the harrowing experience, what was going through her mind in those moments, and how it felt t...
May 10, 2023•1 hr 11 min•Ep. 266
We sat down with Jeremiah Wilber from The War Party Movement on this week's episode of The BRCC Podcast. About the WPM As WPM scales, the Movement intends to take at-risk youth out of their current situations and provide them with real-world experiences with veterans, Cowboys, and Native American communities to offer alternatives to their current way of life. WPM will create our own opportunities while assisting existing nonprofits with their operations by whatever financial or practical means a...
Feb 22, 2023•1 hr 18 min•Ep. 266
In this episode, we are joined by Devin Soto, the founder of Tactical Cowboy Training Solutions. With a passion for all things Western instilled in him by his grandfather, Devin has dedicated his life to helping individuals become physically and mentally prepared for any situation that may arise. As a former United States Army Ranger with four deployments to Afghanistan, a security and training consultant for high-value clients, and a certified self-defense and tactical strength and conditioning...
Feb 20, 2023•1 hr 10 min•Ep. 265
