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The O2X Podcast
by O2X Human Performance
O2X Human Performance provides comprehensive, science-backed programs to hundreds of public safety departments, federal agencies and the military. O2X works with clients to elevate culture, improve mental and physical wellbeing, support healthy lifestyles and reduce health care costs associated with injuries and illnesses. Driven by results and cutting-edge research, O2X programs are designed and delivered by a team of Special Operations veterans, high level athletes and hundreds of leading experts in their respective fields of human performance. Visit o2x.com for additional information.
Episodes
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122.) Chief Rob Reardon | Duxbury (MA) Fire Chief
-Chief Rob Reardon has served within the fire service for over 26 years including 23 years with the Duxbury Fire Department. He currently serves as Fire Chief and Director of Emergency Management for the Town of Duxbury, Massachusetts. -A recognized leader in public safety, he is a graduate of…
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121.) Jalen Snipes | 150 Miles for Firefighter Health & Wellness
-Jalen Snipes is an endurance athlete, realtor and advocate for resilience whose purpose was shaped by early exposure to service and sacrifice. -As a child, Jalen’s home was struck by lightning and caught fire, requiring firefighters and first responders to put their lives on the line to protect...
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120.) Adam La Reau | Optimizing Parenthood | Leading By Example
Welcome to the O2X limited series Optimizing Parenthood - A Guide to Leading the Next Generation. Over this 5 episode limited series we will explore the science, strategies, and practical wisdom behind raising healthy, confident, and resilient young adults. Hosted by O2X Vice President of...
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119.) Josh Lamont | Optimizing Parenthood | Fitness Habits & Injury Risk Reduction for Young Athletes
Welcome to the O2X limited series Optimizing Parenthood - A Guide to Leading the Next Generation. Over this 5 episode limited series we will explore the science, strategies, and practical wisdom behind raising healthy, confident, and resilient young adults. Hosted by O2X Vice President of...
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118.) Dr. Nick Barringer | Optimizing Parenthood | Sustainable Eating Habits for Parents & Kids
Welcome to the O2X limited series Optimizing Parenthood - A Guide to Leading the Next Generation. Over this 5 episode limited series we will explore the science, strategies, and practical wisdom behind raising healthy, confident, and resilient young adults. Hosted by O2X Vice President of...
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117.) Dr. Jaime Tartar | Optimizing Parenthood | Creating Healthy Sleep Habits
Welcome to the O2X limited series Optimizing Parenthood - A Guide to Leading the Next Generation. Over this 5 episode limited series we will explore the science, strategies, and practical wisdom behind raising healthy, confident, and resilient young adults. Hosted by O2X Vice President of...
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116.) Dr. Katy Tran Turner | Optimizing Parenthood | Building Resilience in Young Adults
Welcome to the O2X limited series Optimizing Parenthood - A Guide to Leading the Next Generation. Over this 5 episode limited series we will explore the science, strategies, and practical wisdom behind raising healthy, confident, and resilient young adults. Hosted by O2X Vice President of...
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115.) Optimizing Parenthood | A Guide to Leading the Next Generation - Prequel
Welcome to the O2X limited series Optimizing Parenthood - A Guide to Leading the Next Generation. Over the next 5 episodes we will explore the science, strategies, and practical wisdom behind raising healthy, confident, and resilient young adults. Hosted by O2X Vice President of Government…
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114.) 'The Readiness Brief' - Part 5 | U.S. Navy's Helicopter Sea Combat Wing Atlantic (HSCWL)
Welcome to "The Readiness Brief," a limited podcast series hosted by The O2X Podcast, designed to explore the critical importance of readiness within the tactical community. In each episode, we bring to the forefront seasoned members of the O2X Integrated Readiness Platform (IRP) network…
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113.) Will Gervin | Captain on Virginia Beach Police Department
-Will Gervin is a 22 year veteran of the law enforcement community and currently serves as a Captain on Virginia Beach Police Department. -He graduated from Norfolk State University with his Bachelors Degree and from Troy University with his MPA. He joined the Virginia Beach Police Department in...
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112.) Marlon Moraes | UFC Bantamweight Title Challenger + Coral Springs (FL) Police Officer
-Marlon Moraes is a UFC veteran and a law enforcement officer with Coral Springs (FL) Police Department. -From 2014 to 2016, he won 5 world titles in The World Series of Fighting - which eventually became The Professional Fighters League or PFL. -After his success in the PFL, he was signed to the...
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111.) 'The Readiness Brief' - Part 4 | U.S. Navy's Electronic Attack Wing U.S. Pacific Fleet
Welcome to "The Readiness Brief," a limited podcast series hosted by The O2X Podcast, designed to explore the critical importance of readiness within the tactical community. In each episode, we bring to the forefront seasoned members of the O2X Integrated Readiness Platform (IRP) network…
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110.) 'The Readiness Brief' - Part 3 | U.S. Army Reserve 81st Readiness Division
Welcome to "The Readiness Brief," a limited podcast series hosted by The O2X Podcast, designed to explore the critical importance of readiness within the tactical community. In each episode, we bring to the forefront seasoned members of the O2X Integrated Readiness Platform (IRP) network…
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109.) 'The Readiness Brief' - Part 2 | Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) Training Academy
Welcome to "The Readiness Brief," a limited podcast series hosted by The O2X Podcast, designed to explore the critical importance of readiness within the tactical community. In each episode, we bring to the forefront seasoned members of the O2X Integrated Readiness Platform (IRP) network…
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108.) 'The Readiness Brief' - Part 1 | D.C. Fire & EMS
Welcome to "The Readiness Brief," a limited podcast series hosted by The O2X Podcast, designed to explore the critical importance of readiness within the tactical community. In each episode, we bring to the forefront seasoned members of the O2X Integrated Readiness Platform (IRP) network…
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107.) Kim Campbell | Air Force Colonel (ret.) + Distinguished Flying Cross Recipient
-Kim Campbell is a retired Colonel who served in the Air Force for over 24 years as a fighter pilot and senior military leader. She has flown 1,800 hours in the A-10 Warthog, including more than 100 combat missions protecting troops on the ground in both Iraq and Afghanistan. -In 2003, she was...
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106.) Brandon Athey | 5 Keys to Success for Fire Academy Prep
-Brandon Athey is an O2X Strength and Conditioning Specialist at Howard County Fire and Rescue. -Prior to joining O2X, he was apart of the U.S. Army’s Holistic Health and Fitness (H2F) Program with the 18th Field Artillery Brigade in Fort Bragg, NC, from 2021-2023. During his time, he assisted in...
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105.) Jason France | USAF Command Chief Master Sergeant (ret.) + Author
-Jason France is a retired Command Chief Master Sergeant with over thirty-one years of dedicated service in the United States Air Force. -A proven leader with extensive experience across the Department of Defense, he has led and mentored service members at every level. He began his career in the...
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104.) Stephanie Simon | 2024 Olympic Trials Boxing Champion + Marine Corps Boxing Hall of Famer
-Stephanie Simon is a 2024 Olympic Trials Boxing Champion, 4x Elite National Boxing Champion, 3x National Collegiate Boxing Champion, and United States Marine Corps Boxing Hall of Famer. -After graduating Evergreen High School in 2012 as an All-American wrestler and discus thrower, she was…
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103.) Rear Admiral John Meier (ret.) | Commander Naval Air Force Atlantic
-Rear Adm. John Meier (ret.) is a 1986 graduate of United States Naval Academy and was "winged" as a Naval Aviator in August 1988. -In his 37 years of Naval service, he achieved over 4,000 flight hours & 675 carrier landings, 6 separate command tours, and eventually ended his career with the…
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102.) Adam Popp | Air Force EOD, Amputee & 7x Guinness World Record Holder
-Adam Popp is a 12-year combat veteran of the Air Force with deployments to Iraq and Afghanistan as an Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) team leader. In 2007, while working to disarm a roadside bomb (IED) in Afghanistan, he was injured by a secondary IED resulting in the amputation of his right…
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101.) Frank Wintrich | A Breakdown of Culture Development (NSCA Tactical Conference Presentation)
-Episode 101 features Frank Wintrich, O2X’s Program Manager within the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI). Frank is 2x guest on the O2X podcast - with his background covered on episode #41 as well as his strength and conditioning tips for beginners covered in our ‘10 Basic Strats’ limited...
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100.) Loy Donaldson & Alex Othmer | 1500+ Consecutive Days of the O2X Run Challenge + Support Guardian Revival
-Today's episode is joined by Loy Donaldson and Alex Othmer. -Alex Othmer is an O2X Lead Instructor, graduate of the United States Merchant Marine Academy, and former U.S. Navy SEAL. Currently, he is the Co-founder and Executive Director of Guardian Revival, a 501(c)(3) Not-for-profit…
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99.) Joe Cavallaro | Physical Therapist w/ Massachusetts National Guard
-Joe Cavallaro is a Doctor of Physical Therapy and On-Site Human Performance Specialist with the Massachusetts National Guard where he provides support in injury management and prevention. -He is a 2013 graduate of Northeastern University’s Doctor of Physical Therapy program, is a Certified...
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98.) Dr. Gabe Farias & Jordan Hicks | O2X Integrated Specialist Program w/ Phoenix Police Department
-Dr. Gabe Farias & Jordan Hicks represent the O2X Integrated Specialist Program with Phoenix Police Department. -Jordan Hicks specializes in injury prevention and management as a certified Athletic Trainer - with six years of expertise in evaluating and rehabilitating musculoskeletal injuries....
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97.) Trey Lachicotte | U.S. Army Green Beret (ret.) + Long-Range Surveillance Detachment (LRSD) Commander
-Trey Lachicotte is an O2X Lead Instructor and retired US Army Special Forces Operator (Green Beret) who worked as the Long-Range Surveillance Detachment (LRSD) commander. -Prior to entering the Army, he attended the University of Tennessee, where he assisted in strength training for the National...
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96.) Rob Kelly | Stage 3 Cancer Survivor + Former U.S. Navy Surface Warfare Officer
-Rob Kelly is an O2X Account Executive, Stage 3 Cancer Survivor, an IRONMAN Triathlon finisher, and former U.S. Navy Surface Warfare Officer -He is an Eagle Scout, a graduate of the United States Naval Academy, and also earned a Master of Business for Veterans (MBV) from the University of…
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95.) Lindsey Deppen - O2X Mental Performance Specialist | 3 Strategies to Mitigate Performance Anxiety
-Lindsey Deppen is a Certified Mental Performance Consultant (CMPC) serving at the O2X Integrated Specialist Program with the U.S. Navy Helicopter Sea Combat Weapons School Atlantic -Originally from Long Island, New York, she received her Bachelor’s degree in Psychology from Mount Saint Mary...
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94.) Joe Gamaldi | Fraternal Order of Police (FOP) Vice President
-Joe Gamaldi is the Fraternal Order of Police (FOP) National Vice President - the oldest and largest Police Union in the United States which represents over 370,000 LEOs -He’s a graduate of University of Hartford, where he earned a degree in Criminal Justice and earned Master’s Degree from Long...
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93.) Dr. Allison Brager & Dr. Laurie Craigen | The Overlap Between Sleep & Mental Health Disorders
-Today we’re joined two separate guests: Dr. Laurie Craigen, who specializes in Mental Health, and Dr. Allison Brager, who specializes in Sleep Performance. -Laurie Craigen is an O2X Clinical Resilience Specialist and an Associate Professor in the Mental Health Counseling and Behavioral Medicine...
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92.) Dr. David Meyer | Wildland Firefighter turned Clinical Psychologist
-Dr. David Meyer is an O2X Resilience Specialist and a licensed Clinical Psychologist with a focus on PTSD/trauma -While attending college for environmental science and psychology, he worked as an EMT/firefighter with the US Forest Service. In his 14 years of fire/EMS experience, he served as a...
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91.) Jeremiah Wilber | U.S. Army Green Beret & Drill Sergeant (ret.) + Founder of War Party Movement
-Jeremiah Wilber enlisted in U.S. Army after graduating high school in Las Vegas, NV. -After basic training, he attended the Military Police School at Fort Leonard Wood. As an MP, he served two combat tours, served as a drill sergeant, completed the Sapper Leader Course and Army Ranger Course…
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90.) James Byler | USMC Infantry Officer + Double Amputee
-James Byler graduated from Purdue University as member of the NROTC program and was commissioned as a 2nd Lieutenant in the United States Marine Corps -Stationed at Camp Pendleton (CA) as an Infantry Platoon Commander, he was in charge of training, leading, mentoring, and preparing about 40...
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89.) Commander Mark “Gopher” Swinger, USN (Ret.) | Pilot for U.S. Navy Blue Angels
-Mark Swinger is a retired Naval Aviator and former Left Wingman (#3) for the U.S. Navy’s Blue Angels -After the completion of Officer Candidate School and U.S. Navy Flight School, he became Designated Naval Aviator in July of 2002, and went on to serve just under 23 years on Active Duty flying…
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88.) Tim Bayley | O2X Mental Performance Specialist + Former Runner for Team Great Britain
-Tim Bayley is an O2X Mental Performance Specialist with a background in elite athletics -He competed at a high level in cricket, soccer, and most notably track & field – ultimately winning the British Championships for the 800 meters in 2005 -This translated to getting recruited to the United...
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87.) Zac Paugua | UFC Light Heavyweight + Former Wheat Ridge (CO) Police Officer
-Zac Paugua currently competes in Light Heavyweight division of the UFC -He is a former NFL running back, having played college football at Colorado State University where he was eventually picked up by the Houston Texans. -Following his NFL career, he played professional rugby in two separate...
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86.) 2023 in Review | O2X Cofounder Paul McCullough
In 2023, O2X executed over 250 training events to total over 500+ training days. During these engagements, we trained over 6100 tactical athletes and built over 200 new course curriculums. As compared to 2022, that is a 22.5% increase in the amount of events conducted and a 24% increase in the...
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85.) Erik Melanson | United States Marine Corps Intelligence Officer + O2X Lead Instructor
-Erik Melanson is an O2X Lead Instructor who currently serves on active duty in the United States Marine Corps as an Intelligence Officer. -He has spent the majority of his career in the special operations community, deploying in support of combat operations in Iraq, Afghanistan, and Africa.…
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84.) Billy Cushing | Remembering K9 Kitt
-Billy Cushing is a 17 year veteran of the Braintree (MA) Police Department and the President & Founder of the K9 Kit Foundation -He is a 2-time recipient of George Hannah Award for Valor among other honors and is a highly respected member of not only BPD, but the K9 community and the law...
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83.) Wayne Sasso | O2X Cognitive Performance Specialist w/ Arlington County Police (PT 2: Mental Performance in Law Enforcement)
-Wayne Sasso is an On-Site Mental Performance Specialist and Program Manager for Arlington County (VA) Police Department. In his role, he applies his experience in Performance Psychology to support sworn and unsworn members of the department in the areas of performance improvement, stress...
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82.) Stephen Scrobe | SWAT Team Leader + K-9 Officer (PT 1: Mental Performance in Law Enforcement)
-Stephen Scrobe joined O2X with over 15 years of Law Enforcement experience including time as a K-9 Officer, SWAT Team Leader, and Training Detective during his tenure -Currently he is the Co-Owner of Heart and Sol, LLC, where he coaches families to take charge of their health and fitness through...
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81.) Israel Del Toro | Air Force TACP (ret.) + Author
On December 5, 2005, Air Force Special Ops Paratrooper Israel Del Toro’s life changed completely when, returning to his base, the Humvee he was in ran over an IED. The resulting explosion and fire burned Del Toro over 80% of his body. He survived, somehow, and was transported back to a U.S....
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80.) Kim Vesey | President of Building Homes for Heroes
-Kim Vesey is the President, General Counsel, and member of the Board of Directors at Building Homes for Heroes (BHH) -She is a 2006 graduate of Hofstra Law School and joined the Suffolk County District Attorneys’ office as an Assistant District Attorney after graduation -Then, in 2008, she began...
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79.) Kirstie Ennis | USMC Veteran, Amputee, Mountaineer + Founder of Kirstie Ennis Foundation
-Kirstie Ennis is a USMC veteran, Amputee, Mountaineer, and Founder of the Kirstie Ennis Foundation. -While on deployment to Afghanistan in 2012 as a USMC Helicopter Door Gunner and Air Frames Mechanic, she was involved in a helicopter crash which ultimately lead to the amputation of her left leg...
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78.) Dakota Meyer | Medal of Honor Recipient + Marble Falls (TX) Firefighter
-The following citation is an account of the actions that earned Dakota Meyer the Congressional Medal of Honor: For conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity at the risk of his life above and beyond the call of duty while serving with Marine Embedded Training Team 2-8, Regional Corps Advisory Command...
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77.) Jared Cheselske | Captain w/ San Diego Fire-Rescue Department + O2X Lead Instructor
-Jared Cheselske is an O2X Lead Instructor, United States Army Combat Veteran, and Captain with San Diego Fire-Rescue Department -Prior to joining the fire service, he served in the U.S. Army where he deployed to Iraq during Desert Shield / Desert Storm -Since then he’s logged 27 years in the…
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76.) Matt Cable | 2x Cancer Survivor + 1st Phorm & Transcend Athlete
-Matt Cable is United States Air Force Veteran, 2x Cancer Survivor, as well as a 1st Phorm and Transcend Sponsored Athlete -After enlisting in the U.S. Air Force in 2012, he was diagnosed with Leukemia - which resulted in an 18-day medically induced coma. Crediting fitness for his recovery, he...
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75.) Will Castillo | Captain of Team USA's Para Bobsled Team
-Will Castillo is a U.S. Army veteran and the captain of Team USA’s Para Bobsled team -During a 2007 deployment to Iraq his truck was hit by an IED, killing the trucks driver David Kirkpatrick and the trucks gunner Eddie Tamez. -Although he lived through IED blast, his wounds resulted in the...
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74.) Keith Eckert | Ultra Runner + Endurance Athlete
-Keith Eckert is an ultra runner and endurance athlete who’s raised close to 400k for veteran and first responder non-profit organizations -He’s a 2014 graduate of the United States Naval Academy where he majored in Political Science and was a self described “practice scrub” with the Naval…
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73.) Michael Mellinger | Performance Psychologist for U.S. Army Special Operations
-Michael Mellinger is an O2X Mental Performance Specialist -Throughout the last 7 years, he has worked in various roles ranging from a humble research assistant to the Director of Performance Psychology Operations within the US Army 7th Special Forces Group (Airborne) -Since 2016, he has helped...
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O2X Human Performance provides comprehensive, science-backed programs to hundreds of public safety departments, federal agencies and the military. O2X works with clients to elevate culture, improve mental and physical wellbeing, support healthy lifestyles and reduce health care costs associated with injuries and illnesses. Driven by results and cutting-edge research, O2X programs are designed and delivered by a team of Special Operations veterans, high level athletes and hundreds of leading experts in their respective fields of human performance. Visit o2x.com for additional information.
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