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EPISODE · May 7, 2026 · 49 MIN

GOLD SHIEDS EPISODE 163: MARSOC to Mental Health | Steve Bunting

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We hope you enjoy this episode of Gold Shields, let us know how we did.This week on the GOLD SHIELDS, we sit down with elite warrior Steve Bunting , former MARSOC Operator, U.S. Navy Veteran, Combat Medic, and now one of the nation’s leading performance and mindset coaches at Sharp Performance.From the battlefield to the frontlines of veteran mental health, Steve Bunting’s mission never ended when the uniform came off. In this powerful and deeply insightful interview, Steve shares what it truly means to answer the call to serve at the highest level — through combat, sacrifice, leadership, and now through helping veterans and first responders overcome trauma, mental health struggles, and life after service🎧 Listen and watch another elite warrior who continues to serve Steve Bunting, only on GOLD SHIELDS.👇 Don’t forget to LIKE, COMMENT, and SUBSCRIBE for more exclusive interviews with America’s elite warriors, law enforcement heroes, military operators, and leaders.Chapters00:00 Introduction and Sports Banter01:03 Introducing Steve Bunting: A Veteran's Journey02:00 Steve's Path to MARSOC: From Navy to Recon06:02 The Unique Challenges of Special Operations09:50 The Reality of Maritime Operations11:57 The Pressure of Being a Medic in Combat15:54 Coping with Trauma: Disassociation and Resilience20:01 Facing Personal Loss and Mental Health Challenges21:48 Turning Experiences into Action: Sharp Performance24:02 Andrew's Journey: From Soldier to Resilience Coach27:20 Bridging Military and Civilian Experiences30:00 Understanding Operator Syndrome33:55 The Impact of High-Stress Professions38:02 Sharp Performance: A New Approach to Mental Health39:56 Rapid Fire: Fun Insights with Steve BuntingSUBSCRIBE to Youtube.com/@GoldShieldsFollow GOLD SHIELDS on ALL Audio Podcast PlatformsVisit us at https://thegoldshieldshow.comSOCIAL MEDIA:https://www.instagram.com/thegoldshieldshow/https://www.facebook.com/THEGOLDSHIELDSHOW/linkedin.com/in/tom-smith-09676a22b

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We hope you enjoy this episode of Gold Shields, let us know how we did. This week on the GOLD SHIELDS, we sit down with elite warrior Steve Bunting , former MARSOC Operator, U.S. Navy Veteran, Combat Medic, and now one of the nation’s leading performance and mindset coaches at Sharp Performance. From the battlefield to the frontlines of veteran mental health, Steve Bunting’s mission never ended when the uniform came off. In this powerful and deeply insightful interview, Steve shares what it t...

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