How A Combat Veteran & SWAT Officer Found Peace - Blake Cook | TRS 079
From the battlefield of Afghanistan to the front lines of law enforcement, Blake Cook has faced chaos most people can’t imagine. A U.S. Army Infantryman, Purple Heart recipient, and former SWAT officer, Blake’s life was marked by adrenaline, violence, and pain until he discovered the one fight that truly mattered: the battle for peace within.In this episode of The Resilient Show, hosted by Chad Robichaux at the Smith & Wesson Academy, Blake opens up about surviving an IED blast, the hidden trauma of police work, and how he rebuilt his life after losing his sense of purpose. Joined by former State Trooper Stephen Griffith, they discuss brotherhood, forgiveness, and the power of faith to heal even the hardest warriors.Follow Blake: https://www.instagram.com/blakecookactualFollow Stephen: https://www.instagram.com/stephengriff_Learn more about the Smith & Wesson Academy: https://academy.smith-wesson.com/RESILIENT:Live Resilient Store: https://shop.theresilientshow.comJoin Our Patreon: https://patreon.com/theresilientshowFollow Us On Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/resilientshowFollow Us On Twitter: https://twitter.com/resilientshowFollow Us On TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@resilientshowFollow Chad:https://www.instagram.com/chadrobo_officialhttps://www.x.com/chadroboSPONSORS:Smith & Wesson: https://www.smith-wesson.com/Vortex Optics:https://vortexoptics.comGatorz Eyewear: https://www.gatorz.com/Allied Wealth:https://alliedwealth.comBioPro+: https://www.bioproteintech.com/CHAD30BioXCellerator:https://www.bioxcellerator.comThe Holy Waters:https://theholywaters.comGet The Resilient Show x Uncharted Supply Co Bag: https://liveresilient.com/shopTRS is a proud supporter of military & first responder communities in partnership with Mighty Oaks Foundation.
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Beyond BUD/S: How a Top SEAL Instructor is Training the Next Generation | TRS 078
Mark Cochiolo, a former Navy SEAL & BUD/S Instructor, has trained the world's elite operators. Now, as the head of the Smith & Wesson Academy, he’s empowering all Americans to safely and effectively exercise their Second Amendment rights. Discover the SEAL-tested fundamentals for defensive pistol and carbine, the difference between a competition gun and a self-defense tool, and why smoothness beats speed in a gunfight. Mark explains the vision for the new state-of-the-art facility open to civilians, law enforcement, and military.Learn more about the Smith & Wesson Academy: https://academy.smith-wesson.com/RESILIENT:Live Resilient Store: https://shop.theresilientshow.comJoin Our Patreon: https://patreon.com/theresilientshowFollow Us On Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/resilientshowFollow Us On Twitter: https://twitter.com/resilientshowFollow Us On TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@resilientshowFollow Chad:https://www.instagram.com/chadrobo_officialhttps://www.x.com/chadroboSPONSORS:Smith & Wesson: https://www.smith-wesson.com/Vortex Optics:https://vortexoptics.comGatorz Eyewear: https://www.gatorz.com/Allied Wealth:https://alliedwealth.comBioPro+: https://www.bioproteintech.com/CHAD30BioXCellerator:https://www.bioxcellerator.comThe Holy Waters:https://theholywaters.comGet The Resilient Show x Uncharted Supply Co Bag: https://liveresilient.com/shopTRS is a proud supporter of military & first responder communities in partnership with Mighty Oaks Foundation.
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War Zones to Worship: What It Means to Be a Man of God - Joby Martin & Kyle Thompson | TRS 077
In this episode of The Resilient Show, Chad Robichaux sits down with Pastor Joby Martin and Kyle Thompson (Undaunted.Life) for a raw and challenging conversation on faith, masculinity, and standing firm in today’s cultural chaos.From war stories on the battlefield to spiritual battles at home, the three men discuss what it really means to “act like men” in a world desperate for authentic leadership. Together, they unpack the importance of vulnerability, brotherhood, and the courage to speak biblical truth in a culture that often silences it.Learn More About Kyle's Undaunted.Life Podcast: https://www.undaunted.life/Learn More About Joby's Deepen Podcast: https://jobymartin.com/podcastsRESILIENT:Live Resilient Store: https://shop.theresilientshow.comJoin Our Patreon: https://patreon.com/theresilientshowFollow Us On Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/resilientshowFollow Us On Twitter: https://twitter.com/resilientshowFollow Us On TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@resilientshowFollow Chad:https://www.instagram.com/chadrobo_officialhttps://www.x.com/chadroboSPONSORS:Smith & Wesson: https://www.smith-wesson.com/Vortex Optics:https://vortexoptics.comGatorz Eyewear: https://www.gatorz.com/Allied Wealth:https://alliedwealth.comBioPro+: https://www.bioproteintech.com/CHAD30BioXCellerator:https://www.bioxcellerator.comThe Holy Waters:https://theholywaters.comGet The Resilient Show x Uncharted Supply Co Bag: https://liveresilient.com/shopTRS is a proud supporter of military & first responder communities in partnership with Mighty Oaks Foundation.
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The Unqualified Rescue: A Marine Sniper's Journey to Afghanistan & Ukraine | TRS 076
From Marine sniper to humanitarian rescuer, Dennis Price’s story is one of sacrifice, survival, and redemption. In this powerful conversation with Chad Robichaux, Dennis shares his journey through 18 years in the Marine Corps, multiple deployments with Force Recon and Army Ranger units, life as a scout sniper, and the near-suicide moment that changed everything.Hear how Dennis transitioned from combat to saving lives, including daring operations in Afghanistan, Ukraine, Israel, and beyond. He opens up about the toll on his family, the faith that brought him back from the edge, and the creation of Heroes for Humanity.Learn More About Heroes For Humanity: https://www.theheroesforhumanity.org/RESILIENT:Live Resilient Store: https://shop.theresilientshow.comJoin Our Patreon: https://patreon.com/theresilientshowFollow Us On Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/resilientshowFollow Us On Twitter: https://twitter.com/resilientshowFollow Us On TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@resilientshowFollow Chad:https://www.instagram.com/chadrobo_officialhttps://www.x.com/chadroboSPONSORS:Smith & Wesson: https://www.smith-wesson.com/Vortex Optics:https://vortexoptics.comGatorz Eyewear: https://www.gatorz.com/Allied Wealth:https://alliedwealth.comBioPro+: https://www.bioproteintech.com/CHAD30BioXCellerator:https://www.bioxcellerator.comThe Holy Waters:https://theholywaters.comGet The Resilient Show x Uncharted Supply Co Bag: https://liveresilient.com/shopTRS is a proud supporter of military & first responder communities in partnership with Mighty Oaks Foundation.
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Inside the Cartels: Katarina Szulc Exposes Corruption, Terror & Trafficking | TRS 075
Journalist Katarina Szulc has risked her life investigating the Mexican cartels, fentanyl pipelines, human trafficking, and government corruption on both sides of the border. At just 24 years old, she’s reported from Culiacán after shootouts, confronted cartel figures, and exposed the ties between organized crime, China, and the United States.In this episode of The Resilient Show with Chad Robichaux, Katarina reveals what the mainstream media won’t: how cartels operate as terrorist organizations, why fentanyl is chemical warfare, the role of corruption in Mexico and America, and the hidden cost of human trafficking.Follow Katarina: https://www.instagram.com/katarinaszulchttps://x.com/KatarinaSzulchttps://katarinaszulc.substack.com/Borderland: Dispatches with Katarina Szulc: https://open.spotify.com/show/7EvQ4S8NnDqqSdCRhZvPaI?si=8b6aeccaaf8f47ccRESILIENT:Live Resilient Store: https://shop.theresilientshow.comJoin Our Patreon: https://patreon.com/theresilientshowFollow Us On Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/resilientshowFollow Us On Twitter: https://twitter.com/resilientshowFollow Us On TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@resilientshowFollow Chad:https://www.instagram.com/chadrobo_officialhttps://www.x.com/chadroboSPONSORS:Smith & Wesson: https://www.smith-wesson.com/Vortex Optics:https://vortexoptics.comGatorz Eyewear: https://www.gatorz.com/Allied Wealth:https://alliedwealth.comBioPro+: https://www.bioproteintech.com/CHAD30BioXCellerator:https://www.bioxcellerator.comThe Holy Waters:https://theholywaters.comGet The Resilient Show x Uncharted Supply Co Bag: https://liveresilient.com/shopTRS is a proud supporter of military & first responder communities in partnership with Mighty Oaks Foundation.
The Resilient Show is hosted by former Force Recon Marine Chad Robichaux and is committed to bringing on the most insightful guests to educate and inform our audience through engaging discussions, expert interviews, and actionable strategies. Our goal is to help individuals build resilience beyond the challenges of everyday life, not only to improve their own lives but also to positively impact their communities.
In a world filled with confusion, self-doubt, and emotional turbulence, it's time to reclaim our strength and adaptability. It’s time to be RESILIENT!
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