Going in Blind with Zach Tidwell

John “TIG” Teigen is a United States Marine Corps veteran and former CIA Ground Response Staff(GRS) paramilitary contractor who defended a CIA annex and American consulate in Benghazi, Libya during the 13-hour battle that began on September 11, 2012. John shared his story from Marine Corps infantryman, to private contractor, and eventual path into the elite GRS unit that took him on more than 60 deployments around the world conducting covert personal security detail(PSD) and security operations for CIA Case Officers carrying out America’s intelligence gathering efforts around the globe. Other topics include the repeated requests for additional security preceding the attacks, how the State Department, Obama Administration, and CIA reacted to the attacks, how John became a GRS operator without any prior combat experience, Blackwater, Triple Canopy, and how prime security contractors funnel shooters to the CIA’s covert paramilitary branch. John is running for Mayor of Colorado Springs, Colorado in the Spring of 2027, and you can find him on his website: https://tigtiegen.com/Zach’s book is on the way it’s officially in the hands of an editor, and on the final path to publishing! If your new to the show and haven’t heard his incredible story, go back and listen to the show’s trailer, or visit Zach’s website at zachtidwell.com. To get the big news when it’s going to print, join his email list on the website. Follow And Support The Show Follow, rate, and review the show wherever you listen. And if that happens to be on YouTube, like this video too before sharing the episode with family and friends. Website: https://zachtidwell.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61556533676388Instagram: @ZachCTidwellLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/zach-tidwell-9076852ab/X: @ZachCTidwellApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/going-in-blind-with-zach-tidwell/id1787306128Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/51IxT43v95otwaXDkyr6FWYouTube: @ZachCTidwell #GIB #GoingInBlindPodcast theme music by Transistor.fm.

Dr. Albert “Skip” Rizzo, Ph.D., has been named one of the Top 25 Greatest Innovators in the field of virtual reality(VR), and has been innovating in using the technology to diagnose, analyze, and treat complex mental health conditions for decades. He is also the Director of Medical Virtual Reality at the Institute for Creative Technologies at the University of Southern California. In addition to designing and developing these breakthrough technologies, some of his platforms are being used nationwide throughout the Department of Veteran’s Affairs, and even to help clinicians train in handling particularly dynamic and difficult patients. In addition to covering all of this, Skip covered how it all came to be, and where he and his peers are driving this incredible future. Other topics include exposure therapy, previous guest Dr. Barbara Rothbaum, 9/11, military sexual trauma, sexual trauma, how innovation occurs, how to coordinate teams from different disciplines in combined efforts, PTSD, how virtual reality is used to train active duty military, how additional immersion accentuates these VR experiences, augmented reality, how virtual reality developers can create entire, immersive worlds, and more. You can find Dr. Rizzo here: https://ict.usc.edu/about-us/leadership/research-leadership/albert-skip-rizzo/Zach’s book is on the way it’s officially in the hands of an editor, and on the final path to publishing! If your new to the show and haven’t heard his incredible story, go back and listen to the show’s trailer, or visit Zach’s website at zachtidwell.com. To get the big news when it’s going to print, join his email list on the website. Follow And Support The Show Follow, rate, and review the show wherever you listen. And if that happens to be on YouTube, like this video too before sharing the episode with family and friends. Website: https://zachtidwell.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61556533676388Instagram: @ZachCTidwellLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/zach-tidwell-9076852ab/X: @ZachCTidwellApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/going-in-blind-with-zach-tidwell/id1787306128Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/51IxT43v95otwaXDkyr6FWYouTube: @ZachCTidwell #GIB #GoingInBlindPodcast theme music by Transistor.fm.

Danny Combs is many things; a Grammy-winning musician, entrepreneur, educator, disability advocate and policymaker, to name a few—but today we focused on his work in teaching the autistic community trades, the namesake for his nonprofit, TACT. After his own son was diagnosed with Autism 15 years ago, without being given resources to assist him, Danny decided to pave a path forward for his son and others like him. In just 10 years, TACT has shifted the entire narrative around employing people with Autsim, partnering with companies all over the world, including Toyota and AutoNation, to flip the script on the statistic that 90% of autistic people are unemployed. It's an untapped workforce no one is talking about, so Danny came on the show to do just that, and break down the stigma around the subject. Other episodes mentioned include episode 73 with Kilroy’s Workshop, 83 with Steve Bigari, and 17 with Josh Thurmond. Other topics covered include public perceptions and narratives around disability, how to shift cultures and mindsets, how having a disabled person in you family expands your world view, Northrup Grumman, engineering, being a trailblazer, role models, and more. You can find Danny in the following places:TACT website: https://www.buildwithtact.org/Follow And Support The Show Follow, rate, and review the show wherever you listen. And if that happens to be on YouTube, like this video too before sharing the episode with family and friends. Website: https://zachtidwell.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61556533676388Instagram: @ZachCTidwellLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/zach-tidwell-9076852ab/X: @ZachCTidwellApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/going-in-blind-with-zach-tidwell/id1787306128Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/51IxT43v95otwaXDkyr6FWYouTube: @ZachCTidwell #GIB #GoingInBlindPodcast theme music by Transistor.fm.

Richard Anderson is a microbiologist with an expertise in molecular biology and biochemistry, who has now written several books: “Evolution of Life: Big Bang To Space Colonies”, a nonfiction book that spans from the beginning of our universe, through the formation of life, all the way through human evolution and to our seemingly inevitable future amongst distant stars. He and Zach tackled those subjects before diving into AI, freedom of speech, censorship, and how LLMs may give way to sentient nonhuman intelligence—topics all covered in Richard’s sci-fi trilogy, the Outbound series. You can find Richard’s work on his website: richardandersonauthor.comZach’s book is on the way it’s officially in the hands of an editor, and on the final path to publishing! If your new to the show and haven’t heard his incredible story, go back and listen to the show’s trailer, or visit Zach’s website at zachtidwell.com. To get the big news when it’s going to print, join his email list on the website. Follow And Support The Show Follow, rate, and review the show wherever you listen. And if that happens to be on YouTube, like this video too before sharing the episode with family and friends. Website: https://zachtidwell.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61556533676388Instagram: @ZachCTidwellLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/zach-tidwell-9076852ab/X: @ZachCTidwellApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/going-in-blind-with-zach-tidwell/id1787306128Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/51IxT43v95otwaXDkyr6FWYouTube: @ZachCTidwell #GIB #GoingInBlindPodcast theme music by Transistor.fm.

George Goulburn left his corporate life in the Australian government to strike out on a new career as a male escort. He and Zach discussed the shift, George’s past and present relationships, monogamy, open relationships, ethical nonmonogamy(ENM), and what work as a male escort is like. Along the way, George offered surprising insights into how men and women differ in this space, what women want from a male escort, and why it’s been so fulfilling for him and his clients—not to mention the ethical concerns in the space, cultural differences around the sex trade in Australia versus the United States, and what an optimal situation would be for workers in locales making moves to decriminalize or legalize prostitution. You can find George on his website: georgegoulburn.comZach’s book is on the way it’s officially in the hands of an editor, and on the final path to publishing! If your new to the show and haven’t heard his incredible story, go back and listen to the show’s trailer, or visit Zach’s website at zachtidwell.com. To get the big news when it’s going to print, join his email list on the website. Follow And Support The Show Follow, rate, and review the show wherever you listen. And if that happens to be on YouTube, like this video too before sharing the episode with family and friends. Website: https://zachtidwell.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61556533676388Instagram: @ZachCTidwellLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/zach-tidwell-9076852ab/X: @ZachCTidwellApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/going-in-blind-with-zach-tidwell/id1787306128Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/51IxT43v95otwaXDkyr6FWYouTube: @ZachCTidwell #GIB #GoingInBlindPodcast theme music by Transistor.fm.

Patrick Winn is an award-winning investigative journalist and author whose latest book covered a nearly sovereign Methamphetamine state inside of Myanmar, which produces roughly 70% of the world’s methamphetamine using it’s 30,000 troops to project it’s power in the region. China supports them, and their stimulants are flooding the Southeast Asian black markets in a an entirely different way than Americans have been accustomed to from the relationship between the Mexican and South American drug cartels and the US border throughout the War on Drugs. Other topics include human trafficking, the history of the Wa people and their drug empire, historical ties to the US government through heroin and meth, fentanyl crisis in the US, how China has made a deal to arm and provide infrastructure to the Wa people whilst keeping their drugs outside of China, how investigative journalists find sources, what it takes to be an investigative journalist, how Patrick views risks to himself and his sources, living in Thailand for 18 years, and how to know when a book is finished. You can find Patrick and his work on his website: www.patrickwinnonline.comZach’s book is on the way it’s officially in the hands of an editor, and on the final path to publishing! If your new to the show and haven’t heard his incredible story, go back and listen to the show’s trailer, or visit Zach’s website at zachtidwell.com. To get the big news when it’s going to print, join his email list on the website. Follow And Support The Show Follow, rate, and review the show wherever you listen. And if that happens to be on YouTube, like this video too before sharing the episode with family and friends. Website: https://zachtidwell.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61556533676388Instagram: @ZachCTidwellLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/zach-tidwell-9076852ab/X: @ZachCTidwellApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/going-in-blind-with-zach-tidwell/id1787306128Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/51IxT43v95otwaXDkyr6FWYouTube: @ZachCTidwell #GIB #GoingInBlindPodcast theme music by Transistor.fm.

Steve Bigari is a West Point graduate, proponent/facilitator of skilled trades training in underserved communities, and massively successful entrepreneur bringing EI from the cyber world to the real world in all re7alms—from wearables for skilled trades workers like welders, electricians, and carpenters, to medical applications, restaurants, and beyond. The intro for the episode doesn’t do this man or his work nearly enough justice, so buckle up. Steve’sfamily has overcome an incredible amount of strife, from his first daughter being born with what was expected to be deadly birth defects, to adoptinbg multiple children with special needs, almost losing a son to suicide, and almost losing his wife to a brain tumor. They’ve all persevered, and it led Steve to found over 20 companies, build a kingdom of McDonald’s franchises, and now innovate with visionaries like former guest Ron Hardman, and his counterparts at SoundHound AI to lead the fourth industrial revolution. Steve is also bringing skilled trades training to underserved communities with his nonprofit, America’s Family, and it’s newest initiative, 1848 Other topics include why AI is creating jobs rather than taking them, seeing into the future by examining the past, predicting future technologies, why America shifted away from skilled trades to focus on higher education, why skilled trades are the future, how welders are being trained faster than ever, China, Taiwan, national security conerns, America’s skilled trades shortage, why AI applied to the real world is the fourth industrial revolution, how struggle breeds character, persevering through tremendous adversity, almost losing a child, almost losing a spouse, and how life manages to funnel us toward specific paths that culminate in a life’s work. You can find Steve’s efforts in the following places:America’s Family: amfol.orgSoundHound: soundhound.comFollow And Support The Show Follow, rate, and review the show wherever you listen. And if that happens to be on YouTube, like this video too before sharing the episode with family and friends. Website: https://zachtidwell.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61556533676388Instagram: @ZachCTidwellLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/zach-tidwell-9076852ab/X: @ZachCTidwellApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/going-in-blind-with-zach-tidwell/id1787306128Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/51IxT43v95otwaXDkyr6FWYouTube: @ZachCTidwell #GIB #GoingInBlindPodcast theme music by Transistor.fm.

Dr. Doug Cardell is an Evidentiary economist, author, and economic policy expert discussing why socialism is—and always has been—doomed to fail. His work has spanned from serving as an aide to a Member of Congress, leading as a corporate CEO, consulting the Arizona Department of Education, and teaching as a Professor of Mathematics. His expertise in economics, economic policy, mathematical modeling, and system dynamics modeling makes him uniquely qualified to discuss the matter, because he’s taken one heck of a deep dive into it all. In this episode you’ll hear why both physical and personal value drives worldwide economies, why capitalism works, what socialism, fascism, and communism really are, why socialism will always fail, how overreaching governments erode civilization, the power of meritocracy, how foreign powers are undermining American higher education, how victim mindsets deprive people of their value, and the slippery slope of losing control of property, autonomy, and free choice. You can find Dr. Cardell on his website at dougcardell.com.Zach’s book is on the way it’s officially in the hands of an editor, and on the final path to publishing! If your new to the show and haven’t heard his incredible story, go back and listen to the show’s trailer, or visit Zach’s website at zachtidwell.com. To get the big news when it’s going to print, join his email list on the website. Follow And Support The Show Follow, rate, and review the show wherever you listen. And if that happens to be on YouTube, like this video too before sharing the episode with family and friends. Website: https://zachtidwell.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61556533676388Instagram: @ZachCTidwellLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/zach-tidwell-9076852ab/X: @ZachCTidwellApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/going-in-blind-with-zach-tidwell/id1787306128Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/51IxT43v95otwaXDkyr6FWYouTube: @ZachCTidwell #GIB #GoingInBlindPodcast theme music by Transistor.fm.

Christopher Willars turned to crime after being kicked out of the Air Force, and wound up with a 144-year prison sentence after being found guilty as the getaway driver in a robbery. The others involved will all likely spend the rest of their lives behind bars, but Christopher is back out after nearly two decades in prison. Combined, he spent multiple years in solitary confinement with the longest consecutive stint lasting 14 months. But today he’s the face of Life Unit, his nonprofit centered around intervention, education, recovery, and reform—with an entirely new life and family. You can find Chris and his work at ChristopherWillars.com.Zach’s book is on the way it’s officially in the hands of an editor, and on the final path to publishing! If your new to the show and haven’t heard his incredible story, go back and listen to the show’s trailer, or visit Zach’s website at zachtidwell.com. To get the big news when it’s going to print, join his email list on the website. Follow And Support The Show Follow, rate, and review the show wherever you listen. And if that happens to be on YouTube, like this video too before sharing the episode with family and friends. Website: https://zachtidwell.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61556533676388Instagram: @ZachCTidwellLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/zach-tidwell-9076852ab/X: @ZachCTidwellApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/going-in-blind-with-zach-tidwell/id1787306128Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/51IxT43v95otwaXDkyr6FWYouTube: @ZachCTidwell #GIB #GoingInBlindPodcast theme music by Transistor.fm.

Jill Chalsty is the Founder of the Overcoming Obstacles life skills curriculum, which she developer to fill critical gaps in education systems around the world, and has now taught over 180 million students worldwide. She’s achieved this while enduring breast cancer and a double mastectomy—all whilst caring for her late husband, who battled Dementia—and subsequently having gone on to persevere through the ensuing lung cancer that followed his passing. She found a singular purpose in those dark years that led her on a beautiful pilgrimage that culminated with the writing of her new memoir, Packets of Hope. Expect to learn how bullying shakes the foundation of people throughout their lives, how cyber bullying is even more dangerous, what unconditional love is like, how Jill navigated the complexities of being the sole caregiver to her husband while he battled Dementia and she battled breast cancer and a double mastectomy, why life skills are so important for kids and adults alike, and how her losses led her to traveling the world, sustaining the purpose that kept her going through her ongoing battle with lung cancer. You can find Jill in the following places: Overcoming Obstacles: overcomingobstacles.org Packets of Hope: packetsofhope.com Zach’s book is on the way it’s officially in the hands of an editor, and on the final path to publishing! If your new to the show and haven’t heard his incredible story, go back and listen to the show’s trailer, or visit Zach’s website at zachtidwell.com. To get the big news when it’s going to print, join his email list on the website. Follow And Support The Show Follow, rate, and review the show wherever you listen. And if that happens to be on YouTube, like this video too before sharing the episode with family and friends. Website: https://zachtidwell.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61556533676388 Instagram: @ZachCTidwell LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/zach-tidwell-9076852ab/ X: @ZachCTidwell Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/going-in-blind-with-zach-tidwell/id1787306128 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/51IxT43v95otwaXDkyr6FW YouTube: @ZachCTidwell #GIB #GoingInBlind Podcast theme music by Transistor.fm.

Levi and Stephanie Ware founded the Melodic Caring Project in 2010 after they had to bring a live concert to a sick child’s hospital room after an emergency bone marrow transplant prevented her from attending. Now they’ve worked with bands like Cold Play, The Black Eyed Peas, Direks Bentley, and other major names to help these kids see through the darkness. They’ve also extended their services to music therapy, songwriting sessions, and more— pushing through times so tough they lost their home whilst raising three children— just because they saw a need and believed in their mission. You’ll learn how music therapy allows the brain to remap it’s abilities by facilitating neuroplasticity, how running a for-profit business can support you nonprofit, how music is distinctly stored in the brain, the power of music therapy, the hardships faced by families whose children are battling rare cancers, and more. Zach’s book is on the way it’s officially in the hands of an editor, and on the final path to publishing! If your new to the show and haven’t heard his incredible story, go back and listen to the show’s trailer, or visit Zach’s website at zachtidwell.com. To get the big news when it’s going to print, join his email list on the website. Follow And Support The Show Follow, rate, and review the show wherever you listen. And if that happens to be on YouTube, like this video too before sharing the episode with family and friends. Website: https://zachtidwell.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61556533676388 Instagram: @ZachCTidwell LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/zach-tidwell-9076852ab/ X: @ZachCTidwell Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/going-in-blind-with-zach-tidwell/id1787306128 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/51IxT43v95otwaXDkyr6FW YouTube: @ZachCTidwell #GIB #GoingInBlind Podcast theme music by Transistor.fm.

Dr. Robert Christophor Coppes is a board member of the International Association of Near-Death Studies (IANDS) and author of "Impressions of Near-Death Experiences”. His work points to consistent afterlife experiences across all cultures and religions, veridical out-of-body projections, and an idea that religions centered around a judgement-dependent afterlife have it all wrong. You can find Bob’s book here: https://www.amazon.com/Impressions-Near-Death-Experiences-Quotations-Experiencers/dp/0997560894 Zach’s book is on the way it’s officially in the hands of an editor, and on the final path to publishing! If your new to the show and haven’t heard his incredible story, go back and listen to the show’s trailer, or visit Zach’s website at zachtidwell.com. To get the big news when it’s going to print, join his email list on the website. Follow And Support The Show Follow, rate, and review the show wherever you listen. And if that happens to be on YouTube, like this video too before sharing the episode with family and friends. Website: https://zachtidwell.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61556533676388 Instagram: @ZachCTidwell LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/zach-tidwell-9076852ab/ X: @ZachCTidwell Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/going-in-blind-with-zach-tidwell/id1787306128 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/51IxT43v95otwaXDkyr6FW YouTube: @ZachCTidwell #NearDeathExperience #NDE #Afterlife #Religion #God #GIB #GoingInBlind Podcast theme music by Transistor.fm.

Amie Ichikawa is Executive Director and Founder of Woman II Woman, and a former inmate who started making waves after her years in prison by speaking out against the fraud in our penal system, politicians pushing legislation that opens children to victimization, and men invading women’s prisons. Today, much of her efforts are focused through Woman II Woman , where she’s helping other women navigate post-incarceration life and pushing for legal changes to protect women from men during while they serve their sentences.From drug abuse, outfitting women’s prisons with condom dispensers and issuing every prisoner with Narcan, to corruption, scandals, and questionable political motives, this episode has it all.You can find Aime and her work at womaniiwoman.orgZach’s book is on the way it’s officially in the hands of an editor, and on the final path to publishing! If your new to the show and haven’t heard his incredible story, go back and listen to the show’s trailer, or visit Zach’s website at zachtidwell.com. To get the big news when it’s going to print, join his email list on the website. Follow And Support The Show Follow, rate, and review the show wherever you listen. And if that happens to be on YouTube, like this video too before sharing the episode with family and friends. Website: https://zachtidwell.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61556533676388Instagram: @ZachCTidwellLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/zach-tidwell-9076852ab/X: @ZachCTidwellApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/going-in-blind-with-zach-tidwell/id1787306128Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/51IxT43v95otwaXDkyr6FWYouTube: @ZachCTidwell #GIB #GoingInBlindPodcast theme music by Transistor.fm.

Dr. Heather R. Spence is a marine bioacoustics expert with a PhD in behavioral neuroscience whose background as a musician and composer led her to focus on how ocean life communicates with sound, the impacts of sound on aquatic environments, and researching the world’s coral reefs. Her groundbreaking the work not only educates the public, but it also bridges the gap between conventional scientists and citizen scientist, and carries broader implications that apply to our terrestrial world. Interesting Topics Covered:Snapping Shrimp Research: How these tiny creatures produce some of the loudest ocean sounds and Dr. Spence's innovative approach to studying them alive rather than preservedSound in Water vs. Air: Why sound travels faster and farther underwater due to water density, making it central to marine lifeDolphin Communication: The sophistication of dolphin vocalizations and echolocation, plus their use of sound for spatial navigationOcean Noise Pollution: How human-generated sounds (boat motors, wind farms) disrupt marine life communication and behaviorOcean World of Sound Initiative: A groundbreaking project using passive acoustic monitoring to collect long-term underwater soundscape data in the Mesoamerican ReefCitizen Science: Making ocean sound recordings publicly accessible via YouTube for community engagement and educationPlants and Sound: How plants produce ultrasonic sounds, respond to acoustic stimuli, and alter soundscapesBlindness and Sensory Perception: Personal discussion about echolocation, spatial awareness through sound, and how blind individuals may inadvertently exhibit body language interpreted as deceptiveYou can find Dr. Spence on her website at heatherspence.net.Follow And Support The Show Follow, rate, and review the show wherever you listen. And if that happens to be on YouTube, like this video too before sharing the episode with family and friends. Website: zachtidwell.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61556533676388Instagram: @ZachCTidwellLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/zach-tidwell-9076852ab/X: @ZachCTidwellApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/going-in-blind-with-zach-tidwell/id1787306128Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/51IxT43v95otwaXDkyr6FWYouTube: @ZachCTidwell #GIB #GoingInBlindPodcast theme music by Transistor.fm.

Dr. Mario Duarte is President and CEO of Project Dynamo—a group conducting international, on-the-ground operations across the world to free human trafficking victims, remove American citizens stranded in conflict zones and natural disasters, and reunite separated families when governments fail to do so. And he had some chilling information to share about child trafficking in the United States— involving alleged deliberate deliveries of migrant children to sex trafficking rings and how most of these children are used in organ harvesting operations after their abusers have decided their usefulness has come to an end or they simply don’t survive the hells they were subjected to. Make no mistake: Mario is speaking from his experience combating such horrors, not speculation. This team is leveraging their combined experience in intelligence and special operations to exact justice and do the necessary dirty work required to save lives in some of the most severe situations possible. Duarte himself is a seasoned intelligence officer whose experience spans more than 20 years, including the technology industry, Risk and Security Manager for the Houston Airport Authority, Intelligence and Security Consulting for a U.S. Defense contractor, and work in strategic initiatives, in addition to his time in the Army. Other topics covered include the Afghanistan pullout, Project Dynamo’s work extracting Americans and allies from conflict zones like Afghanistan, Jordan, Israel, Ukraine, humanitarian aid missions in North Carolina, Jamaica, and Haiti, how families or family friends turned abusers become traffickers, and more. You can contact Project Dynamo and it’s Archangel team at projectdynamo.net. Zach’s book is on the way it’s officially in the hands of an editor, and on the final path to publishing! If your new to the show and haven’t heard his incredible story, go back and listen to the show’s trailer, or visit Zach’s website at zachtidwell.com. To get the big news when it’s going to print, join his email list on the website. Follow And Support The Show Follow, rate, and review the show wherever you listen. And if that happens to be on YouTube, like this video too before sharing the episode with family and friends. Website: https://zachtidwell.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61556533676388Instagram: @ZachCTidwellLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/zach-tidwell-9076852ab/X: @ZachCTidwellApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/going-in-blind-with-zach-tidwell/id1787306128Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/51IxT43v95otwaXDkyr6FWYouTube: @ZachCTidwell #GIB #GoingInBlindPodcast theme music by Transistor.fm.

Zach’s book is on the way it’s officially in the hands of an editor, and on the final path to publishing! If your new to the show and haven’t heard his incredible story, go back and listen to the show’s trailer, or visit Zach’s website at zachtidwell.com. To get the big news when it’s going to print, join his email list on the website. Follow And Support The Show Follow, rate, and review the show wherever you listen. And if that happens to be on YouTube, like this video too before sharing the episode with family and friends. Website: https://zachtidwell.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61556533676388Instagram: @ZachCTidwellLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/zach-tidwell-9076852ab/X: @ZachCTidwellApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/going-in-blind-with-zach-tidwell/id1787306128Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/51IxT43v95otwaXDkyr6FWYouTube: @ZachCTidwell #GIB #GoingInBlindPodcast theme music by Transistor.fm.Zach’s book is on the way it’s officially in the hands of an editor, and on the final path to publishing! If your new to the show and haven’t heard his incredible story, go back and listen to the show’s trailer, or visit Zach’s website at zachtidwell.com. To get the big news when it’s going to print, join his email list on the website. Follow And Support The Show Follow, rate, and review the show wherever you listen. And if that happens to be on YouTube, like this video too before sharing the episode with family and friends. Website: https://zachtidwell.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61556533676388Instagram: @ZachCTidwellLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/zach-tidwell-9076852ab/X: @ZachCTidwellApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/going-in-blind-with-zach-tidwell/id1787306128Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/51IxT43v95otwaXDkyr6FWYouTube: @ZachCTidwell #GIB #GoingInBlindPodcast theme music by Transistor.fm.

Ron Hardman is a software engineer turned master blacksmith, which led him to founding Kilroy’s Workshop—an American skilled trades school and shared workspace where creators of all kinds can learn everything from blacksmithing and blade smithing, to CNC machining, welding, additive design and manufacturing(3d-printing), and everything in between. Kilroy’s Workshop now has locations in multiple states, and Eli Timm, shop manager of their Colorado Springs location, joined Ron and Zach. It all started with an airplane hangar and a dream, and now Kilroy’s serves over 5,000 creators each year. And Eli climbed the ranks of the organization, having begun as one of Ron’s students as a teenager. Discover how this unique organization is breaking barriers by making trades education accessible to everyone, including those with disabilities, ADHD, and autism, while partnering with programs like Wounded Warrior Project to serve veterans alongside everyone else. Other topics include:7-week welding certifications that lead to $70K+ careers to addressing America's critical skilled labor shortage, America’s manufacturing vulnerabilities, starting over in an entirely new career, shortcomings in our education system, what makes a great teacher, how Ron’s philosophy has enabled him to open doors for so many others, what it takes to build a booming business in a niche, the Fourth Industrial Revolution, and the spirit of creation. You can learn more about Kilroy's Workshop at kilroysworkshop.com.You can learn more about Kilroy's Workshop at kilroysworkshop.com.Zach’s book is on the wayit’s officially in the hands of an editor, and on the final path to publishing! If your new to the show and haven’t heard his incredible story, go back and listen to the show’s trailer, or visit Zach’s website at zachtidwell.com. To get the big news when it’s going to print, join his email list on the website.Follow And Support The ShowFollow, rate, and review the show wherever you listen. And if that happens to be on YouTube, like this video too before sharing the episode with family and friends.Website: https://zachtidwell.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61556533676388Instagram: @ZachCTidwellLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/zach-tidwell-9076852ab/X: @ZachCTidwellApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/going-in-blind-with-zach-tidwell/id1787306128Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/51IxT43v95otwaXDkyr6FWYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@GIB_Pod#GIB #GoingInBlindPodcast theme music by Transistor.fm.

Mark Steven Porro is a multi-talented creative professional who has lived a remarkably diverse life. His parents lived through the Great Depression, and his career began in industrial design of all places— before rapidly expanding into Hollywood, where he spent 28 years building a career as an actor, writer, and director, appearing in shows like Hill Street Blues, Castaway with Tom Hanks, and even Seinfeld alongside his father. Beyond all of this, he . Also co-founded a snack food company with his brother to honor their father's 1963 invention, achieving national distribution. But his most profound achievement came when he returned to New Jersey to care for his mother during her final three and a half years, an experience he chronicled in his award-winning memoir "A Cup of Tea on the Commode.”. You can find Mark and all his work at ACupOfTeaOnTheCommode.com.Zach’s book is on the way it’s officially in the hands of an editor, and on the final path to publishing! If your new to the show and haven’t heard his incredible story, go back and listen to the show’s trailer, or visit Zach’s website at zachtidwell.com. To get the big news when it’s going to print, join his email list on the website. Follow And Support The Show Follow, rate, and review the show wherever you listen. And if that happens to be on YouTube, like this video too before sharing the episode with family and friends. Website: https://zachtidwell.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61556533676388Instagram: @ZachCTidwellLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/zach-tidwell-9076852ab/X: @ZachCTidwellApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/going-in-blind-with-zach-tidwell/id1787306128Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/51IxT43v95otwaXDkyr6FWYouTube: @ZachCTidwell #GIB #GoingInBlindPodcast theme music by Transistor.fm.

Alexis Arralynn was born into a fundamentalist Christian doomsday cult. She was groomed and abused throughout her childhood, manipulated by her mother, father, and eventual husband, and only escaped the life after an attempted kidnapping of her children in her thirties. It’s a harrowing tale filled with self-discovery and reinvention. She’s also an entrepreneur and podcaster. You can find Alexis’ podcast here: https://wtbbpod.buzzsprout.com/Zach’s book is on the way it’s officially in the hands of an editor, and on the final path to publishing! If your new to the show and haven’t heard his incredible story, go back and listen to the show’s trailer, or visit Zach’s website at zachtidwell.com. To get the big news when it’s going to print, join his email list on the website. Follow And Support The Show Follow, rate, and review the show wherever you listen. And if that happens to be on YouTube, like this video too before sharing the episode with family and friends. Website: https://zachtidwell.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61556533676388Instagram: @ZachCTidwellLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/zach-tidwell-9076852ab/X: @ZachCTidwellApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/going-in-blind-with-zach-tidwell/id1787306128Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/51IxT43v95otwaXDkyr6FWYouTube: @ZachCTidwell #GIB #GoingInBlindPodcast theme music by Transistor.fm.

Dr. Atinuke (“Tinu” Adediran (J.D, Ph.D) is a sociologist and associate professor of law at Fordham University in New York. In her new book, Disclosureland, she analyzed how corporate messaging surrounding race—which had never occurred until after the murder of George Floyd—were largely unmet, and explored the legal implications, the corrupt nature in which majority and institutional shareholders of public companies use their power to manipulate the actions of massive corporations, and the wider impacts on society. Other topics explored were DEI vs meritocracy, racial equity audits, fixing downtrodden American neighborhoods and broken homes, corporate responsibility, homophily, and racism. You can find Dr. Adediran and Disclosureland here: https://www.atinukeadediran.com/Zach’s book is on the way it’s officially in the hands of an editor, and on the final path to publishing! If your new to the show and haven’t heard his incredible story, go back and listen to the show’s trailer, or visit Zach’s website at zachtidwell.com. To get the big news when it’s going to print, join his email list on the website. Follow And Support The Show Follow, rate, and review the show wherever you listen. And if that happens to be on YouTube, like this video too before sharing the episode with family and friends. Website: https://zachtidwell.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61556533676388Instagram: @ZachCTidwellLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/zach-tidwell-9076852ab/X: @ZachCTidwellApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/going-in-blind-with-zach-tidwell/id1787306128Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/51IxT43v95otwaXDkyr6FWYouTube: @ZachCTidwell #GIB #GoingInBlindPodcast theme music by Transistor.fm.

Sacha Dench is a geneticist, freediver, adventurer, high-flyer, change maker, and founder of Conservation Without Borders. Her work with animals began with capturing turtles as a freediver and geneticist off the Great Barrier Reef, and the uniqueness of her path multiplied from there. Competing internationally whilst becoming a national champion freediver, her work eventually took to the skies.A 7,000 kilometer motorized paraglider flight following Buick Swans from the Russian Arctic to the United Kingdom catapulted her into the public eye as she helped combat the decimation of the species. Her grassroots effort carried her across more than 10 countries and connected her with some of the world’s foremost adventurers and pioneers.She’s since flown with the ospreys from the UK to Africa, and is working to fly again with vultures in a new effort. And you can get involved by contacting her at conservation-without-borders.org.Zach’s book is on the wayit’s officially in the hands of an editor, and on the final path to publishing! If your new to the show and haven’t heard his incredible story, go back and listen to the show’s trailer, or visit Zach’s website at zachtidwell.com. To get the big news when it’s going to print, join his email list on the website.Follow And Support The ShowFollow, rate, and review the show wherever you listen. And if that happens to be on YouTube, like this video too before sharing the episode with family and friends.Website: https://zachtidwell.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61556533676388Instagram: @ZachCTidwellLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/zach-tidwell-9076852ab/X: @ZachCTidwellApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/going-in-blind-with-zach-tidwell/id1787306128Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/51IxT43v95otwaXDkyr6FWYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@GIB_Pod#GIB #GoingInBlindPodcast theme music by Transistor.fm.

Join host Zach Tidwell for an inspiring conversation with Wendy S. Huffman, Executive Director and Founder of Let's Make the Difference, as she shares her remarkable journey from interior designer to global changemaker. After losing her partner Bill in Africa, Wendy transformed grief into purpose by creating sustainable enterprises in refugee camps across 11 African countries. Wendy's approach rather than just feeding them is revolutionizing how we think about humanitarian aid. From bakeries producing 1,000 loaves daily to peace ambassadors spreading throughout war zones, this episode reveals how small investments create massive ripple effects. What You'll Discover:How a $14,000 fundraising miracle launched a movement empowering 1,900+ refugeesThe innovative Peace and Conflict Resolution Campaign addressing violence in refugee campsGroundbreaking bakery enterprises creating jobs and feeding communities in Kakuma Refugee SettlementWhy teaching leadership skills beats traditional aid in creating lasting changeThe untapped potential of half a million refugees as the world's largest workforceStrategies for combating toxic politics and division through curiosity-based dialogueYou can find Wendy at letsmakethedifference.org.Zach’s book is on the way it’s officially in the hands of an editor, and on the final path to publishing! If your new to the show and haven’t heard his incredible story, go back and listen to the show’s trailer, or visit Zach’s website at zachtidwell.com. To get the big news when it’s going to print, join his email list on the website. Follow And Support The Show Follow, rate, and review the show wherever you listen. And if that happens to be on YouTube, like this video too before sharing the episode with family and friends. Website: https://zachtidwell.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61556533676388Instagram: @ZachCTidwellLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/zach-tidwell-9076852ab/X: @ZachCTidwellApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/going-in-blind-with-zach-tidwell/id1787306128Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/51IxT43v95otwaXDkyr6FWYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@GIB_Pod #GIB #GoingInBlindPodcast theme music by Transistor.fm.

Isabella Young shares her harrowing journey from joining a messianic cult to escaping after losing her son to an alleged murder. As the wife of the cult leader who claimed to be the Second Coming, Isabella reveals the manipulation, abuse, and tragic consequences of cult life, while offering insights on cult dynamics, manipulation tactics, narcissism, abuse, healing, and prevention. You can find Isabella and her books at: feelingbetternaturally.loveZach’s book is on the way it’s officially in the hands of an editor, and on the final path to publishing! If your new to the show and haven’t heard his incredible story, go back and listen to the show’s trailer, or visit Zach’s website at zachtidwell.com. To get the big news when it’s going to print, join his email list on the website. Follow And Support The Show Follow, rate, and review the show wherever you listen. And if that happens to be on YouTube, like this video too before sharing the episode with family and friends. Website: https://zachtidwell.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61556533676388Instagram: @ZachCTidwellLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/zach-tidwell-9076852ab/X: @ZachCTidwellApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/going-in-blind-with-zach-tidwell/id1787306128Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/51IxT43v95otwaXDkyr6FWYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@GIB_Pod #GIB #GoingInBlindPodcast theme music by Transistor.fm.

Laszlo Suhayda escaped communist, Soviet-occupied Hungary in 1956. He shares his story to remind the public that freedom doesn’t come free, and to warn of the dangers of socialism. He shared his story here, examined state-controlled media, power struggles, propaganda, and the dynamic states of Venezuela, China, Cuba, Russia, Iran, the Ukraine War, and the rebuilding of the Gaza Strip, in addition to the recent New York City election of Zohran Mamdani. Laszlo is also a successful entrepreneur and author, and you can find his work here:Book(Twelve Bells to Freedom): https://www.amazon.com/Twelve-Bells-Freedom-Suhajda-Story/dp/B0CP2VGD58Website: laszlokomodo.comZach’s book is on the way it’s officially in the hands of an editor, and on the final path to publishing! If your new to the show and haven’t heard his incredible story, go back and listen to the show’s trailer, or visit Zach’s website at zachtidwell.com. To get the big news when it’s going to print, join his email list on the website. Follow And Support The Show Follow, rate, and review the show wherever you listen. And if that happens to be on YouTube, like this video too before sharing the episode with family and friends. Website: https://zachtidwell.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61556533676388Instagram: @ZachCTidwellLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/zach-tidwell-9076852ab/X: @ZachCTidwellApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/going-in-blind-with-zach-tidwell/id1787306128Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/51IxT43v95otwaXDkyr6FWYouTube: @ZachCTidwell #GIB #GoingInBlindPodcast theme music by Transistor.fm.

Aaron Turnage officially served as a police officer and homicide/child abuse detective for 21 years, but his entry into the field began at 8 when he took his first ride along, then again 13 when he entered his local cadet program and logged over 4,000 hours of work by the time he graduated high school. When he finally joined the force, the man who took him on that very first ride along became his partner, and was eventually murdered in the line of duty. This, combined with two decades of avoidance, almost killed him. You can find Aaron’s podcast by searching for “Murders to Music” wherever you get your podcasts. Zach’s book is on the way it’s officially in the hands of an editor, and on the final path to publishing! If your new to the show and haven’t heard his incredible story, go back and listen to the show’s trailer, or visit Zach’s website at zachtidwell.com. To get the big news when it’s going to print, join his email list on the website. Follow And Support The Show Follow, rate, and review the show wherever you listen. And if that happens to be on YouTube, like this video too before sharing the episode with family and friends. Website: https://zachtidwell.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61556533676388Instagram: @ZachCTidwellLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/zach-tidwell-9076852ab/X: @ZachCTidwellApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/going-in-blind-with-zach-tidwell/id1787306128Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/51IxT43v95otwaXDkyr6FWYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@GIB_Pod #GIB #GoingInBlindPodcast theme music by Transistor.fm.

Riana Milne is an author, entrepreneur, Licensed Mental Health Counselor(LMHC), and trauma recovery coach, and she came on the show to break down the top 10 childhood traumas that impact adult relationships. From abandonment issues to verbal abuse, discover how early experiences shape our love lives and learn practical tools for healing.Key Topics Covered:The 10 most common childhood traumas and their relationship impactsHow trauma manifests in jealousy, people-pleasing, and communication issues The difference between therapy and coaching approachesAddressing modern relationship challenges: porn addiction, AI relationships, and hookup cultureRed flags in relationships and when to seek helpBreaking generational trauma cyclesTimestamps00:00 Introduction & Guest Background 04:32 Riana's Journey from Tragedy to Healing 14:35 The Top 10 Childhood Traumas Checklist 25:14 Military Families & "No-Fault" Abandonment 39:42 How Childhood Trauma Shows Up in Relationships 52:31 Therapy vs Coaching: Why Riana Made the Switch 01:13:21 Communication: The Root of Relationship Issues 01:18:18 Modern Challenges: Porn Addiction & AI Relationships 01:30:54 Long-Term Relationships & Infidelity Patterns 01:36:13 Where to Find Help & Resources You can find Riana on her website: rianamilne.comZach’s book is on the way it’s officially in the hands of an editor, and on the final path to publishing! If your new to the show and haven’t heard his incredible story, go back and listen to the show’s trailer, or visit Zach’s website at zachtidwell.com. To get the big news when it’s going to print, join his email list on the website. Follow And Support The Show Follow, rate, and review the show wherever you listen. And if that happens to be on YouTube, like this video too before sharing the episode with family and friends. Website: https://zachtidwell.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61556533676388Instagram: @ZachCTidwellLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/zach-tidwell-9076852ab/X: @ZachCTidwellApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/going-in-blind-with-zach-tidwell/id1787306128Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/51IxT43v95otwaXDkyr6FWYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@GIB_Pod #GIB #GoingInBlindPodcast theme music by Transistor.fm.

Tragedy coupled with Jennifer Hawkins’ unmatched drive in her corporate career ever so perfectly so as to set her up for one wild, unexpected opportunity to arise that would ultimately save her teen son’s life. In this episode, you can expect to hear how nearly losing her brother—and the resulting disabilities of his accident—impacted Jennifer as a young woman and led her to find a mission in her life. In seeing her brother struggle so greatly, she wanted to have an impact, and that came in the form of acquiring a failing Sylvan Learning Center franchise when she was 29—which she purchased with a credit card when she couldn’t raise the required capital through traditional means. Not only did she turn the failing business around, but she became one of the top franchisees in the country, and it ultimately led to miraculously finding that her son had Leukemia after family doctors failed to diagnose him time and time again. Listen to hear how it all went down., what it was like for the Hawkins family, and how it led Jennifer to founding Launched Performance in early 2024. Follow Jennifer LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jenniferhawkins/ Website: launchedperformance.com Zach’s book is on the way it’s officially in the hands of an editor, and on the final path to publishing! If your new to the show and haven’t heard his incredible story, go back and listen to the show’s trailer, or visit Zach’s website at zachtidwell.com. To get the big news when it’s going to print, join his email list on the website. Follow And Support The Show Follow, rate, and review the show wherever you listen. And if that happens to be on YouTube, like this video too before sharing the episode with family and friends. Website: https://zachtidwell.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61556533676388 Instagram: @ZachCTidwell LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/zach-tidwell-9076852ab/ X: @ZachCTidwell Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/going-in-blind-with-zach-tidwell/id1787306128 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/51IxT43v95otwaXDkyr6FW YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@GIB_Pod #GIB #GoingInBlind Podcast theme music by Transistor.fm.

Dr. John David Graham has worn many hats, the latest of which include being an award-winning author and founder of Good Samaritan Home. At 53, John and his wife purchased a home to create a shelter that has since served over 2,500 people transitioning from prison back into society. John shares his journey from a childhood marked by "quiet desperation" through decades of professional detours—from truck driver to construction worker to minister—before finding his calling in prison rehabilitation. His novel "Running As Fast As I Can" has won 48 literary awards and sold 22,000 copies, using fiction to advocate for second chances. This episode explores growing up without guidance in post-Depression America, the intersection of faith and criminal justice reform, Why 60-80% of incarcerated individuals struggle with addiction, how Good Samaritan Home provides "a hand up, not a hand out”, the challenges and successes of reentry programs, the power of community transformation.Connect with John:Good Samaritan Home: https://goodsamaritanhome.org/staff/John’s website: https://johndavidgraham.com/Zach’s book is on the way it’s officially in the hands of an editor, and on the final path to publishing! If your new to the show and haven’t heard his incredible story, go back and listen to the show’s trailer, or visit Zach’s website at zachtidwell.com. To get the big news when it’s going to print, join his email list on the website. Follow And Support The Show Follow, rate, and review the show wherever you listen. And if that happens to be on YouTube, like this video too before sharing the episode with family and friends. Website: https://zachtidwell.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61556533676388Instagram: @ZachCTidwellLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/zach-tidwell-9076852ab/X: @ZachCTidwellApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/going-in-blind-with-zach-tidwell/id1787306128Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/51IxT43v95otwaXDkyr6FWYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@GIB_Pod #GIB #GoingInBlindPodcast theme music by Transistor.fm.

Dr. Baruch “B” Halevi is a former rabbi turned pastoral counselor who holds two doctoral degrees - one in divinity and another in pastoral counseling. Dr. HaLevi practices logotherapy and runs men's peer groups through his nonprofit organization. The conversation explores his unique journey from rabbinical studies in Israel to developing innovative approaches to men's mental health and meaning-making through adversity. We discussed cultural and spiritual realities for many American Jews, the crossover and disconnects between the race, culture, and religion, and explored how he became a rabbi and lived in Israel three different times. We delved deep into how Baruch’s grandmother’s suicide affected his father, and the guilt that often haunts those left behind after a suicide. And B opened up about what set the stage for his father’s eventual suicide, and how the aftermath led him to his work today. This episode, though different as always, touched on several foundational topics that typically arise in the discussions on this show: purpose, meaning, perspective, and identity. You can find “Double Doctor B in the following placesFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/Dr.BHaLevi/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/baruch_halevi/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/baruch-halevi/Website: www.menspeergroups.com Zach’s book is on the way it’s officially in the hands of an editor, and on the final path to publishing! If your new to the show and haven’t heard his incredible story, go back and listen to the show’s trailer, or visit Zach’s website at zachtidwell.com. To get the big news when it’s going to print, join his email list on the website. Follow And Support The Show Follow, rate, and review the show wherever you listen. And if that happens to be on YouTube, like this video too before sharing the episode with family and friends. Website: https://zachtidwell.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61556533676388Instagram: @ZachCTidwellLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/zach-tidwell-9076852ab/X: @ZachCTidwellApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/going-in-blind-with-zach-tidwell/id1787306128Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/51IxT43v95otwaXDkyr6FWYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@GIB_Pod #GIB #GoingInBlindPodcast theme music by Transistor.fm.

Tae Yeon Lee’s family ties to the Rooftop Koreans of the 1992 LA Riots led him to direct his creative efforts into revisiting the story from a modern day lens. And it made for a different kind of episode. We delved into growing up as the child of Korean immigrants and the stories Lee’s own family shared from living in LA during the riots. But we spent most of our time digging deep into the events that set the stage for the riots to kick off, from Rodney King, to the interracial tensions in minority communities, to the provocative narratives the media was portraying, and the commonly touted assignment of blame placed on Ice Cube in reference to his hit song, Black Korea. Later on, we covered what it was like creating his graphic novel, Return of the Rooftop Koreans, from the perspectives of research, writing, and collaborating with his illustrators and bringing it to print. And to round things off, T.Y. had a few sentiments to share on the legacy of the Rooftop Koreans and their impact on Korean American culture. You can find T.Y. in the following places:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/antiwokebooksInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/antiwokebooksWebsite: www.antiwokebooks.comZach’s book is on the way it’s officially in the hands of an editor, and on the final path to publishing! If your new to the show and haven’t heard his incredible story, go back and listen to the show’s trailer, or visit Zach’s website at zachtidwell.com. To get the big news when it’s going to print, join his email list on the website. Follow And Support The Show Follow, rate, and review the show wherever you listen. And if that happens to be on YouTube, like this video too before sharing the episode with family and friends. Website: https://zachtidwell.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61556533676388 Instagram: @ZachCTidwell LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/zach-tidwell-9076852ab/ X: @ZachCTidwell Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/going-in-blind-with-zach-tidwell/id1787306128 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/51IxT43v95otwaXDkyr6FW YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@GIB_Pod #GIB #GoingInBlind Podcast theme music by Transistor.fm.

Julie Barth has navigated an incredible amount of pain. Her daughter, Tayte, was born with Primordial Dwarfism, and her vocal cords were paralyzed from the lifesaving care she received when she was born weighing just three pounds. Then, Julie’s husband, Colin, was diagnosed with stage 4 cancer at the age of 33. He passed 16 months later, when Taytem was just five. Julie eventually remarried into a cartoonishly abusive relationship, and Taytem was diagnosed with an extremely rare cancer that required the removal of a part of her torso to save her life. But the hardships Julie and her family faced in the medical and divorce arenas led her to founding the Colin James Barth Outreach organization in 2024. Through the foundation, Julie is helping connect other women to services during times of crisis. But she’s also an author, and sells some of Taytem’s artwork to support the nonprofit’s efforts. You can find Julie, Taytem, and all of their work at juliebarthauthor.com.Zach’s book is on the way it’s officially in the hands of an editor, and on the final path to publishing! If your new to the show and haven’t heard his incredible story, go back and listen to the show’s trailer, or visit Zach’s website at zachtidwell.com. To get the big news when it’s going to print, join his email list on the website. Follow And Support The Show Follow, rate, and review the show wherever you listen. And if that happens to be on YouTube, like this video too before sharing the episode with family and friends. Website: https://zachtidwell.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61556533676388Instagram: @ZachCTidwellLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/zach-tidwell-9076852ab/X: @ZachCTidwellApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/going-in-blind-with-zach-tidwell/id1787306128Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/51IxT43v95otwaXDkyr6FWYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@GIB_Pod #GIB #GoingInBlindPodcast theme music by Transistor.fm.

Paul Watkins knows a thing or two about doing difficult things. In addition to being an accomplished entrepreneur and mountaineer, he won the 380-mile “6633 Arctic Ultra” race in the Canadian arctic in 2019, and achieved second place in the 2023 Laplandian Arctic Ultra—which was another 300+ mile race. And by the time this episode airs, he’ll have competed in a desert ultra in Namibia too. But this episode was a lot more than just a rundown of Paul’s accomplishments. A discussion into his path towards that first arctic ultra facilitated a much deeper discussion into perspective, mindset, the human spirit, and philosophy—why humans have pushed themselves dating back to our furthest ancestors, how missing opportunities to push ourselves deprives us of opportunity, and what implications those missed opportunities—both in the physical and mental realms—might carry for our species. And as serious as it was at times, there were plenty of laughs and lighter topics too. So strap in for the ride. You can find Paul in the following places:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the.rogue.scholar/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/paul-watkins-92125499/ website: paulwatkins.com.auZach’s book is on the way it’s officially in the hands of an editor, and on the final path to publishing! If your new to the show and haven’t heard his incredible story, go back and listen to the show’s trailer, or visit Zach’s website at zachtidwell.com. To get the big news when it’s going to print, join his email list on the website. Follow And Support The Show Follow, rate, and review the show wherever you listen. And if that happens to be on YouTube, like this video too before sharing the episode with family and friends. Website: https://zachtidwell.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61556533676388Instagram: @ZachCTidwellLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/zach-tidwell-9076852ab/X: @ZachCTidwellApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/going-in-blind-with-zach-tidwell/id1787306128Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/51IxT43v95otwaXDkyr6FWYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@GIB_Pod #GIB #GoingInBlindPodcast theme music by Transistor.fm.

Dr. Barbara Rothbaum(Ph.D) has spent the past four decades researching anxiety disorders, and specifically Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder(PTSD). Her career is marked by innovation and dissemination of leading edge treatments, including both the invention of using virtual reality(VR) in exposure therapy, and driving it’s use in prolonged exposure therapy programs for veterans. To top things off, she and her team are now running a groundbreaking study using MDMA and exposure therapy to treat veterans with PTSD, with plans to run follow-on studies in the future. Today, she’s the Director of the Emory Healthcare Veterans Program, which she created to provide intensive PTSD treatment to all veterans whilst removing as many barriers as possible—it’s entirely free to anyone who served, regardless of discharge status, so long as they’re struggling with one of the conditions the program treats. She’s also a professor and Associate Vice Chair of Clinical Research at the Emory School of Medicine in the Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences Department, and Director of the Trauma and Anxiety Recovery Program, in addition to an extensive list of other titles, credits, and achievements associated with her name.You can find the discussed services here: emoryhealthcare.org/veteransZach’s book is on the way it’s officially in the hands of an editor, and on the final path to publishing! If your new to the show and haven’t heard his incredible story, go back and listen to the show’s trailer, or visit Zach’s website at zachtidwell.com. To get the big news when it’s going to print, join his email list on the website. Follow And Support The Show Follow, rate, and review the show wherever you listen. And if that happens to be on YouTube, like this video too before sharing the episode with family and friends. Website: https://zachtidwell.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61556533676388Instagram: @ZachCTidwellLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/zach-tidwell-9076852ab/X: @ZachCTidwellApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/going-in-blind-with-zach-tidwell/id1787306128Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/51IxT43v95otwaXDkyr6FWYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@GIB_Pod #GIB #GoingInBlindPodcast theme music by Transistor.fm.

Adam Cheyer is a visionary software engineer, AI expert, and entrepreneur behind many of the technologies used by most of us today. In addition to sharing his trajectory, Adam he had some very nuanced things to say on machine learning, large language models, and where “AI” is headed—including his prediction of the next iteration of Cheyer’s Conjecture coming in 2035. He and his team developed the world’s first digital assistant, Siri, which was acquired by Apple in 2010, and was the basis for all that came after: Alexa, Cortana, Bixby, and any others you can think of. In fact, another AI company he started (Vib Labs) became a backbone in Samsung’s Bixby voice assistant in more recent years, before his next company, GamePlanner.AI was acquired by Airbnb. But he also created the world’s first social network for social change: Change.org, amongst other companies, like the company formerly known as Genetic Finance. Along his trajectory, he’s worked as a researcher at the Standford Research Institute(SRI) on the Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency(DARPA) COLA project. He’s headed massive teams at Airbnb, Samsung, and even worked alongside Steve Jobs whilst leading efforts at Apple. Follow AdamLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/adamcheyer/Website: http://adam.cheyer.com/site/homeZach’s book is on the way it’s officially in the hands of an editor, and on the final path to publishing! If your new to the show and haven’t heard his incredible story, go back and listen to the show’s trailer, or visit Zach’s website at zachtidwell.com. To get the big news when it’s going to print, join his email list on the website. Follow And Support The Show Follow, rate, and review the show wherever you listen. And if that happens to be on YouTube, like this video too before sharing the episode with family and friends. Website: https://zachtidwell.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61556533676388Instagram: @ZachCTidwellLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/zach-tidwell-9076852ab/X: @ZachCTidwellApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/going-in-blind-with-zach-tidwell/id1787306128Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/51IxT43v95otwaXDkyr6FWYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@GIB_Pod #GIB #GoingInBlindPodcast theme music by Transistor.fm.

Ben Patton is the grandson of General George Patton—the famed WWI and WWII General—and son of Major General George Patton IV, a man whose service record is as broad as his own father’s was. But Ben went a different path; he worked across various multimedia industries, co-authored a book, and founded the Patton Veterans Project, where he’s now helping American veterans process their own toughest times through filmmaking. And it’s having incredible outcomes—Ben and his team have conducted studies with the VA and found that veterans with PTSD who’ve completed a workshop with the Patton Veterans Project are much more likely to seek formal mental health treatment at the VA, and Ben shared it’s even saved one veteran’s life. But we dove into much more than just Ben’s nonprofit, we discussed the role of AI/LLMs in the classroom and as a parent, what it was like growing up, Ben’s year at a nunnery, writing, suicide, and everything in between. Connect with BenLinkedIn: https://www.google.com/search?q=ben+patton+linked+in&rlz=1C1GCEA_enUS1069US1069&oq=ben+patton+linked+in&gs_lcrp=EgZjaHJvbWUyBggAEEUYOTIJCAEQABgNGIAEMgcIAhAAGO8FMgoIAxAAGIAEGKIEMgoIBBAAGIAEGKIEMgoIBRAAGIAEGKIE0gEIMjQwMmowajSoAgCwAgE&sourceid=chrome&ie=UTF-8Website: https://pattonvets.org/Zach’s book is on the way it’s officially in the hands of an editor, and on the final path to publishing! If your new to the show and haven’t heard his incredible story, go back and listen to the show’s trailer, or visit Zach’s website at zachtidwell.com. To get the big news when it’s going to print, join his email list on the website. Follow And Support The Show Follow, rate, and review the show wherever you listen. And if that happens to be on YouTube, like this video too before sharing the episode with family and friends. Website: https://zachtidwell.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61556533676388Instagram: @ZachCTidwellLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/zach-tidwell-9076852ab/X: @ZachCTidwellApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/going-in-blind-with-zach-tidwell/id1787306128Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/51IxT43v95otwaXDkyr6FWYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@GIB_Pod #GIB #GoingInBlindPodcast theme music by Transistor.fm.

Dr. Holly Wood is a sex therapist who works with individuals and couples in California. She And Zach got into some spicy territory, covering everything from sex robots, AI companions, and non-monogamous relationships, to sex addiction, navigating infidelity, and helping victims of sexual violence reach a place where they can enjoy being intimate with a partner again. You can find Holly in the following places:Website: www.thehollywoodsexologist.comYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@thehollywoodsexologistZach’s book is on the way it’s officially in the hands of an editor, and on the final path to publishing! If your new to the show and haven’t heard his incredible story, go back and listen to the show’s trailer, or visit Zach’s website at zachtidwell.com. To get the big news when it’s going to print, join his email list on the website. Follow And Support The Show Follow, rate, and review the show wherever you listen. And if that happens to be on YouTube, like this video too before sharing the episode with family and friends. Website: https://zachtidwell.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61556533676388Instagram: @ZachCTidwellLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/zach-tidwell-9076852ab/X: @ZachCTidwellApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/going-in-blind-with-zach-tidwell/id1787306128Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/51IxT43v95otwaXDkyr6FWYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@GIB_Pod #GIB #GoingInBlindPodcast theme music by Transistor.fm.

Tim “F-ing” Barber rose from racing go-carts as a kid, all the way to racing cars at the professional level. Along the way he’s owned multiple businesses, recorded on albums as a drummer, and is now running TFB Performance, where he trains the next generation of racers, builds racecars, and handles every aspect of vehicle and race prep/support for his clients. You can find Tim and his team at TFBPerformance.comZach’s book is on the way it’s officially in the hands of an editor, and on the final path to publishing! If your new to the show and haven’t heard his incredible story, go back and listen to the show’s trailer, or visit Zach’s website at zachtidwell.com. To get the big news when it’s going to print, join his email list on the website. Follow And Support The Show Follow, rate, and review the show wherever you listen. And if that happens to be on YouTube, like this video too before sharing the episode with family and friends. Website: https://zachtidwell.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61556533676388Instagram: @ZachCTidwellLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/zach-tidwell-9076852ab/X: @ZachCTidwellApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/going-in-blind-with-zach-tidwell/id1787306128Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/51IxT43v95otwaXDkyr6FWYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@GIB_Pod #GIB #GoingInBlindPodcast theme music by Transistor.fm.

Dr. Philip Yanos grew up on the grounds of a psychiatric hospital in New York, and went on to become a world-renowned clinical psychologist known for his work on serious mental illness and stigma surrounding serious mental illness. He’s a professor and Director of Clinical Training for the clinical psychology Ph.D. program at John Jay College, and an author. We discussed his new book about his experiences growing up on the grounds of the aforementioned facility, his work and development of “Narrative Enhancement and Cognitive Therapy”, and Phil’s surprising love of punk music—he plays in multiple bands! You can find Dr. Yanos and his work in the following places:Book discussed today: Exiles in New York City: Warehousing the Marginalized on Ward's Island Podcast: https://soundcloud.com/exilesinthecityNECT website: http://www.nectglobal.orgPrevious Book: https://www.cambridge.org/core/books/written-off/C04D6187C09919B6964BAF77BA27534AScream Therapy: https://screamtherapyhq.com/Zach’s book is on the way it’s officially in the hands of an editor, and on the final path to publishing! If your new to the show and haven’t heard his incredible story, go back and listen to the show’s trailer, or visit Zach’s website at zachtidwell.com. To get the big news when it’s going to print, join his email list on the website. Follow And Support The Show Follow, rate, and review the show wherever you listen. And if that happens to be on YouTube, like this video too before sharing the episode with family and friends. Website: https://zachtidwell.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61556533676388Instagram: @ZachCTidwellLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/zach-tidwell-9076852ab/X: @ZachCTidwellApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/going-in-blind-with-zach-tidwell/id1787306128Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/51IxT43v95otwaXDkyr6FWYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@GIB_Pod #GIB #GoingInBlindPodcast theme music by Transistor.fm. #52 Dr. Philip Yanos: Growing up on psychiatric hospital grounds to treating serious mental illnesss

Tom Lancaster has spent his life adventuring around the world, making films, and even setting a world record. But this episode focused on just about everything other than that; Zach and Tom went back-and-forth on philosophical meanderings about both the old and modern ways of the world, and what they might implicate on a larger scale. And it all began with an inquiry into Tom’s views on modern rites of passage and what he calls the “maturity crisis”.Tom is now the Founder of Altitude Evolution, where he and his team merge wilderness experiences with high-impact coaching for entrepreneurs, executives, and creators.You can find Tom and his efforts at AltitudeEvolution.com.Zach’s book is on the wayit’s officially in the hands of an editor, and on the final path to publishing! If your new to the show and haven’t heard his incredible story, go back and listen to the show’s trailer, or visit Zach’s website at zachtidwell.com. To get the big news when it’s going to print, join his email list on the website.Follow And Support The ShowFollow, rate, and review the show wherever you listen. And if that happens to be on YouTube, like this video too before sharing the episode with family and friends.Website: https://zachtidwell.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61556533676388Instagram: @ZachCTidwellLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/zach-tidwell-9076852ab/X: @ZachCTidwellApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/going-in-blind-with-zach-tidwell/id1787306128Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/51IxT43v95otwaXDkyr6FWYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@GIB_Pod#GIB #GoingInBlindPodcast theme music by Transistor.fm.

After serving 10 years in the Army, including two combat deployments, Deke Letson found healing through adventure and the Marcus Institute for Brean Health. And those combined experiences led him to found Veteran’s Exploration Therapy, where he is the Executive Director, and leads other veterans and their families through explorative experiences to help them grow, heal, find purpose, and embed themselves into a community. You can find Deke and Veteran’s Exploration Therapy at VetXTherapy.org.Zach’s book is on the way it’s officially in the hands of an editor, and on the final path to publishing! If your new to the show and haven’t heard his incredible story, go back and listen to the show’s trailer, or visit Zach’s website at zachtidwell.com. To get the big news when it’s going to print, join his email list on the website. Follow And Support The Show Follow, rate, and review the show wherever you listen. And if that happens to be on YouTube, like this video too before sharing the episode with family and friends. Website: https://zachtidwell.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61556533676388Instagram: @ZachCTidwellLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/zach-tidwell-9076852ab/X: @ZachCTidwellApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/going-in-blind-with-zach-tidwell/id1787306128Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/51IxT43v95otwaXDkyr6FWYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@GIB_Pod #GIB #GoingInBlindPodcast theme music by Transistor.fm. #52 Dr. Philip Yanos: Growing up on psychiatric hospital grounds to treating serious mental illnesss

Sal Gonzalez is a professional musician, Marine Corps veteran, Purple Heart recipient, and professional speaker with the Wounded Warrior Project®. His new album, “Sal Gonzalez” will be released November 10, 2025(links below). You can find Sal in the following places:Website: peglegsongs.comSocial media: @SalGMusicZach’s book is on the way it’s officially in the hands of an editor, and on the final path to publishing! If your new to the show and haven’t heard his incredible story, go back and listen to the show’s trailer, or visit Zach’s website at zachtidwell.com. To get the big news when it’s going to print, join his email list on the website. Follow And Support The Show Follow, rate, and review the show wherever you listen. And if that happens to be on YouTube, like this video too before sharing the episode with family and friends. Website: https://zachtidwell.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61556533676388Instagram: @ZachCTidwellLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/zach-tidwell-9076852ab/X: @ZachCTidwellApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/going-in-blind-with-zach-tidwell/id1787306128Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/51IxT43v95otwaXDkyr6FWYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@GIB_Pod #GIB #GoingInBlindPodcast theme music by Transistor.fm.

Aaron Vernon started teaching himself how to code when he was 12 years old, then went on to begin his impressive career as a software engineer as an early member of multiple startups, in the game development industry, and eventually working for the tech giant, Meta. But he’s now the Founder of Split Atom Labs, a startup “building an inclusive future for casual gaming”, and a 2025 Apple Design Award Finalist. Aaron and Zach went deep into the weeds on this one—from covering Aaron’s professional path, to nerding-out about coding, dissolving illusions around LLMs and quantum computing’s impact on the near future, accessible design, and so much more. You can find Aaron in the following places:Land of Livia: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/land-of-livia/id1052641617Website: https://splitatomlabs.com/Zach’s book is on the way it’s officially in the hands of an editor, and on the final path to publishing! If your new to the show and haven’t heard his incredible story, go back and listen to the show’s trailer, or visit Zach’s website at zachtidwell.com. To get the big news when it’s going to print, join his email list on the website. Follow And Support The Show Follow, rate, and review the show wherever you listen. And if that happens to be on YouTube, like this video too before sharing the episode with family and friends. Website: https://zachtidwell.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61556533676388Instagram: @ZachCTidwellLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/zach-tidwell-9076852ab/X: @ZachCTidwellApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/going-in-blind-with-zach-tidwell/id1787306128Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/51IxT43v95otwaXDkyr6FWYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@GIB_Pod #GIB #GoingInBlindPodcast theme music by Transistor.fm.

Dr. Robb Kelly began life as a performing musician, eventually rising to the point where he was recording with Elton John and Queen. But addiction took over—to the point where he stabbed his wife over a bottle of booze, wound up living on the streets, and lost everything. And today he’s a preeminent force in substance abuse treatment for celebrities through his company, Robb Kelly Group. You can find on his website at https://robbkelly.com/. Zach’s book is on the way it’s officially in the hands of an editor, and on the final path to publishing! If your new to the show and haven’t heard his incredible story, go back and listen to the show’s trailer, or visit Zach’s website at zachtidwell.com. To get the big news when it’s going to print, join his email list on the website. Follow And Support The Show Follow, rate, and review the show wherever you listen. And if that happens to be on YouTube, like this video too before sharing the episode with family and friends. Website: https://zachtidwell.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61556533676388Instagram: @ZachCTidwellLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/zach-tidwell-9076852ab/X: @ZachCTidwellApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/going-in-blind-with-zach-tidwell/id1787306128Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/51IxT43v95otwaXDkyr6FWYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@GIB_Pod #GIB #GoingInBlindPodcast theme music by Transistor.fm.

Adam Meyers is a police Captain in Wisconsin who was involved in a fatal shooting in 2016 that changed the path of his life. He struggled with rampant addiction and destructive behaviors for six years before he began seeking help, at which point he was terminated from his department. Today he’s a certified Peer Support Specialist, Founder of “Stop the Threat - Stop the Stigma”, and working to help other first responders navigate the same types of incidents he faced in a healthier, safer way. You can find Adam in the following places:Website: stopthethreatstopthestigma.orgFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/stopthreatstopstigma/Zach’s book is on the way it’s officially in the hands of an editor, and on the final path to publishing! If your new to the show and haven’t heard his incredible story, go back and listen to the show’s trailer, or visit Zach’s website at zachtidwell.com. To get the big news when it’s going to print, join his email list on the website. Follow And Support The Show Follow, rate, and review the show wherever you listen. And if that happens to be on YouTube, like this video too before sharing the episode with family and friends. Website: https://zachtidwell.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61556533676388Instagram: @ZachCTidwellLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/zach-tidwell-9076852ab/X: @ZachCTidwellApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/going-in-blind-with-zach-tidwell/id1787306128Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/51IxT43v95otwaXDkyr6FWYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@GIB_Pod #GIB #GoingInBlindPodcast theme music by Transistor.fm.

Mike Bona is an exotic animal trainer and zookeeper who has shifted his focus to giraffe conservation. To date, he’s travelled to Africa four times, started a comedy benefit to contribute to their conservation, and appears on shows like this one to educate the public. You can find Mike in the following places: Laughs for Giraffes: https://globalconservationforce.org/laughs-for-giraffes-a-benefit-comedy-show/Social Media: @WildTailsPodPodcastZach’s book is on the way it’s officially in the hands of an editor, and on the final path to publishing! If your new to the show and haven’t heard his incredible story, go back and listen to the show’s trailer, or visit Zach’s website at zachtidwell.com. To get the big news when it’s going to print, join his email list on the website. Follow And Support The Show Follow, rate, and review the show wherever you listen. And if that happens to be on YouTube, like this video too before sharing the episode with family and friends. Website: https://zachtidwell.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61556533676388Instagram: @ZachCTidwellLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/zach-tidwell-9076852ab/X: @ZachCTidwellApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/going-in-blind-with-zach-tidwell/id1787306128Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/51IxT43v95otwaXDkyr6FWYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@GIB_Pod #GIB #GoingInBlindPodcast theme music by Transistor.fm.

Dr. Jeffrey Mark Zurek is a Geophysicist and Volcanologist who’s worked in volcanic research, mapping mineral deposits buried in the Earth’s crust, and scientific consulting for various media formats. He and Zach dove into his work, obtaining a doctoral degree, ringwoodite, magnetic pole shifts, solar flares, and just about the incredible technology that makes Jeff’s work possible. You can find Jeff in the following places:Facebook:www.facebook.com/WhimsicalWavelengths Instagram: @whimsical.wavelengths Bluesky: @whimsicallambda.bsky.socialZach’s book is on the way it’s officially in the hands of an editor, and on the final path to publishing! If your new to the show and haven’t heard his incredible story, go back and listen to the show’s trailer, or visit Zach’s website at zachtidwell.com. To get the big news when it’s going to print, join his email list on the website. Follow And Support The Show Follow, rate, and review the show wherever you listen. And if that happens to be on YouTube, like this video too before sharing the episode with family and friends. Website: https://zachtidwell.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61556533676388Instagram: @ZachCTidwellLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/zach-tidwell-9076852ab/X: @ZachCTidwellApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/going-in-blind-with-zach-tidwell/id1787306128Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/51IxT43v95otwaXDkyr6FWYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@GIB_Pod #GIB #GoingInBlindPodcast theme music by Transistor.fm.

Dr. Charles Drebing is a Clinical Psychologist who specializes in suicide prevention, and spent 34 years administering mental health care to veteran’s through the Department of Veteran’s Affairs healthcare system. He’s a prolific researcher, and has also gone on to write six handbooks aimed at furthering the implementation and efficacy of Peer Support Specialists in treating mental health problems. You can find Dr. Drebin’s work in the following places:Website: www.charlesdrebing.comZach’s book is on the wayit’s officially in the hands of an editor, and on the final path to publishing! If your new to the show and haven’t heard his incredible story, go back and listen to the show’s trailer, or visit Zach’s website at zachtidwell.net. To get the big news when it’s going to print, join his email list on the website. Follow And Support The Show Follow, rate, and review the show wherever you listen. And if that happens to be on YouTube, like this video too before sharing the episode with family and friends. Website: https://zachtidwell.netFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61556533676388Instagram: @ZachCTidwellLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/zach-tidwell-9076852ab/X: @ZachCTidwellApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/going-in-blind-with-zach-tidwell/id1787306128Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/51IxT43v95otwaXDkyr6FWYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@GIB_Pod #GIB #GoingInBlindPodcast theme music by Transistor.fm.

In addition to becoming the first female to summit all 58 of Colorado’s peaks above 14,000 feet as a solo mountaineer, Laura Clark has climbed all of Colorado’s 100 highest peaks, a portion of which is included in the 600+ peaks she’s reached above 13,000 feet. She’s also a Girl Scout author, Leader, mentor, and most importantly to her—a mother. You can find Laura’s work in the following places:Book: https://www.amazon.com/Wild-Wanderer-Soloing-Colorados-Highest/dp/B09ZFH2CC1Website: https://wildwanderertripreports.com/Zach’s book is on the wayit’s officially in the hands of an editor, and on the final path to publishing! If your new to the show and haven’t heard his incredible story, go back and listen to the show’s trailer, or visit Zach’s website at zachtidwell.net. To get the big news when it’s going to print, join his email list on the website. Follow And Support The Show Follow, rate, and review the show wherever you listen. And if that happens to be on YouTube, like this video too before sharing the episode with family and friends. Website: https://zachtidwell.netFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61556533676388Instagram: @ZachCTidwellLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/zach-tidwell-9076852ab/X: @ZachCTidwellApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/going-in-blind-with-zach-tidwell/id1787306128Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/51IxT43v95otwaXDkyr6FWYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@GIB_Pod #GIB #GoingInBlindPodcast theme music by Transistor.fm.

Jamie Hughes is a social psychologist who entered the field after an incredibly unfortunate upbringing seemed to point him in that direction. And who better to help those going through such upbringings than someone who has been through it? He and Zach discussed Jamie’s childhood, working in psychology with undergraduate and Master’s degrees, and suicide and some of suicide’s realities that aren’t talked about—all before diving into Jamie’s books, antidepressants, and the powerful impact fitness and diet can have in treating depression. You can find Jamie on his website:Managingmentalhealth.netFollow And Support The Show Follow, rate, and review the show wherever you listen. And if that happens to be on YouTube, like this video too before sharing the episode with family and friends. Website: https://zachtidwell.netFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61556533676388Instagram: @ZachCTidwellLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/zach-tidwell-9076852ab/X: @ZachCTidwellApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/going-in-blind-with-zach-tidwell/id1787306128Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/51IxT43v95otwaXDkyr6FWYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@GIB_Pod #GIB #GoingInBlindPodcast theme music by Transistor.fm.

“Mistress Mia Payne” left her framing business to become a professional dominatrix after a chance encounter not too unlike something you might read in Fifty Shades of Gray. But she and Zach dove into the wider implications for her work, especially in the context of therapeutic BDSM, where mental health clinicians and professional BDSM providers work hand-in-hand to facilitate unique healing experiences for their clients. You can find Mistress Mia on her website:paynewithpurpose.comFollow And Support The Show Follow, rate, and review the show wherever you listen. And if that happens to be on YouTube, like this video too before sharing the episode with family and friends. Website: https://zachtidwell.netFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61556533676388Instagram: @ZachCTidwellLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/zach-tidwell-9076852ab/X: @ZachCTidwellApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/going-in-blind-with-zach-tidwell/id1787306128Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/51IxT43v95otwaXDkyr6FWYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@GIB_Pod #GIB #GoingInBlindPodcast theme music by Transistor.fm.