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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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...
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.
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.
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.
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 ...
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.
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.
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.
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.
“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!
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.
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...
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!
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-fuck themselves.
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.
