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by David Fields & Eddie Gallagher
Welcome to the official Shoot Me Straight podcast with Eddie Gallagher & Dave Fields. Although Eddie & Dave have two diverse backgrounds, Eddie—a former Navy SEAL, and Dave—an entrepreneur and former addiction counselor—they believe that life should be lived in the most authentic way possible. Each week, they engage people from all walks of life, enjoying amazing stories and having authentic conversations with new guests.
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- 3 days ago2h 53m
Eddie Gallagher & Dave Fields - Military Leadership, Character & Life After the Teams: SMS #168
On this episode of Shoot Me Straight, Eddie Gallagher and Dave switch things up with a Q&A episode, answering questions directly from listeners and diving into everything from life in the SEAL Teams and military leadership to faith, character, combat experience, and the lessons that come from failure.Eddie reflects on his relationship with his younger brother, how their personalities differ, and how growing up in a strict household helped shape his natural resistance to authority. The conversation then turns to former guests and fellow veterans, including Kevin "Kav" Holland and Jimmy Watson, as Eddie and Dave discuss what they learned from their stories, the mistakes and setbacks that shaped them, and why finding peace and purpose after leaving the military can matter more than traditional measures of success.The discussion also dives into Eddie's experience in military detention, the realities of transitioning out of the Teams, and the importance of veterans using their experiences to help those coming behind them. Eddie shares why he believes one of the greatest things former operators can do is turn around after their own struggles and pass those lessons on to others.Later in the episode, Eddie and Dave tackle questions surrounding military leadership and the responsibility of those who make decisions about war. They discuss whether leaders sending Americans into combat should have military experience themselves, why firsthand experience can change the weight of those decisions, and the importance of surrounding leaders with people who understand the realities of war. They also discuss Pete Hegseth, military standards, and why service alone should never automatically be viewed as proof of someone's character.Whether you're a veteran, active-duty service member, longtime listener, or simply interested in leadership, military culture, faith, and personal growth, this Q&A episode is an open conversation about learning from experience, judging people by their character, and using the lessons you've earned to help others.Follow Shoot Me Straight:📸 Instagram: @shootmestraight🎙️ Available on YouTube, Spotify, and Apple PodcastsSponsors:Elevated Silence- Use Code SMASH15https://elevatedsilence.com Firecracker Farmhttps://firecracker.farm Patriot Poucheshttps://patriotpouchusa.com 10.40.10 Fitnesshttps://www.104010fitness.com Battle Barshttps://battlebars.com
- 1 weeks ago1h 21m
Terry Wilson - The Truth About Social Media & Authenticity: SMS #167
On this episode of Shoot Me Straight, Eddie Gallagher and Dave sit down once again with Terry Wilson for an honest conversation about social media, authenticity, leadership, and the challenges of navigating a world driven by clicks, outrage, and self-promotion. After years serving in elite military units where humility, competence, and teamwork were expected—not advertised—Terry shares why transitioning into the civilian world has forced him to wrestle with the uncomfortable reality of promoting himself while staying true to the values that shaped him. Alongside Eddie and Dave, the conversation explores how social media algorithms reward controversy over truth, why negativity spreads faster than encouragement, and how independent creators can fall into the very same traps they once criticized. The discussion also dives into the growing culture of online "experts," the difference between real experience and manufactured credibility, and why integrity matters more than ever in an age where anyone can build a following. Drawing from decades of military leadership, Terry explains why true leadership is earned through performance, character, and service—not popularity or personal branding. Later in the episode, the three discuss the importance of protecting the integrity of the veteran community, the responsibility that comes with telling combat stories, and why falsely claiming the experiences of others is one of the greatest betrayals of military honor. They also address the recent controversy surrounding Tim Kennedy and what accountability, forgiveness, and genuine remorse should look like within the special operations community. Whether you're a veteran, business owner, content creator, or simply trying to navigate today's media landscape, this episode is a candid conversation about truth, credibility, leadership, and remaining authentic in a culture that often rewards the opposite.Terry Wilson:📸 Instagram: @terry.m.wilson.jrFollow Shoot Me Straight:📸 Instagram: @shootmestraight🎙️ Available on YouTube, Spotify, and Apple PodcastsSponsors: Elevated Silence- Use Code SMASH15https://elevatedsilence.com Firecracker Farm https://firecracker.farm Patriot Pouches https://patriotpouchusa.com10.40.10 Fitness https://www.104010fitness.com Battle Bars https://battlebars.com
- 2 weeks ago52 min
Helmut & Svenja - Can 20 Minutes Replace the Gym?: SMS #166
On this episode of Shoot Me Straight, Eddie and Dave sit down with Helmut and Svenja, founders of EMS Health & Fitness, for a conversation about cutting-edge fitness technology, injury recovery, longevity, and why one 20-minute workout has transformed the way thousands of people train across Europe.Originally from Germany, Helmut and Svenja never expected to build their business in the United States. After relocating to Florida, they introduced Americans to Electro Muscle Stimulation (EMS)—a training system that uses electrical impulses to activate over 90% of the body's muscles simultaneously while requiring just one 20-minute session each week.Like many new technologies, EMS has been met with skepticism. But after personally experiencing the workout, Eddie and Dave quickly discovered why professional athletes, rehabilitation specialists, and busy professionals have embraced the system for years.Eddie and Dave dive deep into the science behind EMS, discussing how the technology increases muscle activation, improves strength, accelerates recovery, boosts metabolism, and minimizes joint stress compared to traditional resistance training. Helmut and Svenja explain why EMS has become a staple throughout Europe, how it supports everyone from elite athletes to people recovering from injuries, and why results often become noticeable within just a few sessions.The conversation also explores the importance of longevity.Eddie shares how years of military service affected his body, the challenges of recovering from injuries, managing hormone health, and why investing in long-term wellness has become one of his highest priorities. Together, they discuss how training smarter—not simply harder—can help people stay healthier, stronger, and more capable for years to come.But this episode isn't only about fitness.It's about maximizing your health, embracing innovation, investing in your future, and understanding that taking care of your body today directly impacts the quality of your life tomorrow.Whether you're an athlete, recovering from an injury, looking to improve your overall health, or simply searching for a more efficient way to train, this conversation offers an inside look at one of the fastest-growing fitness technologies in the world.Helmut & Svenja DimmelInstagram: emshealthfitnessFacebook: EMS Health & Fitness FloridaYouTube: EmsHealthFitnessFloridaWebsite: Ems-30a.comFollow Shoot Me Straight:Instagram: @shootmestraightAvailable on YouTube, Spotify, and Apple PodcastsSponsors:Elevated Silence- Use Code SMASH15 https://elevatedsilence.com Firecracker Farm https://firecracker.farm Patriot Pouches https://patriotpouchusa.com 10.40.10 Fitness https://www.104010fitness.com Battle Bars https://battlebars.com
- 3 weeks ago1h 21m
Anthony Saladino & Josh Alexander - What It Really Means to Follow Jesus: SMS #165
On this episode of Shoot Me Straight, Dave sits down with longtime campus minister Anthony Saladino and Joshua Alexander for a powerful conversation about discipleship, healing, spiritual gifts, identity, and what it truly means to follow Jesus.For more than 27 years, Anthony has dedicated his life to reaching college students, helping thousands of young adults encounter Christ while navigating one of the most influential seasons of their lives. But before leading others to faith, Anthony found himself searching for it.Although he grew up attending church, Anthony admits he never truly knew Jesus. As a college athlete, he quickly fell into drinking, drugs, and sexual immorality, despite being one of the most disciplined people on his team. Realizing he couldn't change himself, he began praying one simple prayer:"God, if You're real, change my life."That prayer led him across the country to the University of Montana, where one unexpected invitation to church became the turning point that changed everything. In a single encounter with God, years of addiction were broken, his purpose became clear, and he began the journey that would eventually lead him into a lifetime of ministry.Anthony also shares the remarkable story of surviving thyroid cancer, only to later be told the cancer had returned. After friends gathered to pray, doctors discovered the tumors had completely disappeared, leaving them unable to explain what had happened.Throughout the conversation, Dave and Anthony explore some of the most debated topics within Christianity today, including miracles, healing, deliverance, spiritual warfare, prophecy, speaking in tongues, and why so many believers are hesitant to embrace the supernatural. Anthony explains why authentic discipleship isn't built on extraordinary experiences alone, but on faithfully walking with Jesus, inviting others into your life, and learning to recognize God's voice in everyday moments.The discussion also tackles the growing divide between church culture and biblical discipleship, why many Christians feel spiritually stagnant, and how pursuing comfort can often keep believers from experiencing the adventure God has for them.Whether you've walked with Christ for decades or you're simply asking whether God is real, this episode is an honest conversation about surrender, obedience, and discovering that following Jesus was never meant to be safe—it was meant to transform your life.Follow Anthony Saladino:Facebook: Anthony SaladinoFollow Shoot Me Straight:Instagram: @shootmestraightAvailable on YouTube, Spotify, and Apple Sponsors:Elevated Silence- Use Code SMASH15https://elevatedsilence.comFirecracker Farmhttps://firecracker.farmPatriot Poucheshttps://patriotpouchusa.com10.40.10 Fitnesshttps://www.104010fitness.comBattle Barshttps://battlebars.com
- Jun 29, 20261h 37m
Brent Tucker - Integrity, Leadership & Delta Force: SMS #164
On this episode of Shoot Me Straight, Eddie and Dave sit down with former Delta Force operator, entrepreneur, and host of the Tier One Podcast, Brent Tucker, for a conversation about service, leadership, integrity, and what separates those who chase excellence from those who settle for average.Long before serving nearly twenty years in the U.S. Army, Brent was simply a young man from a small Florida town with no plans of a military career. That changed on September 11, 2001.Like so many Americans, the attacks reshaped the course of his life. Determined to serve his country, Brent enlisted with the intention of doing his part before returning home to the family business. But once he entered the military, he realized ordinary service wouldn't satisfy the calling he felt. That pursuit eventually led him through Special Forces selection and into one of the military's most elite units, where he would spend the next decade serving at the highest level of special operations.Eddie and Dave dive deep into what it actually takes to reach that level. From the obsession required to make it through selection, to the sacrifices that come with pursuing excellence, Brent explains why there is no substitute for preparation, discipline, and complete commitment. They discuss why having no "Plan B" shaped his mindset, how culture inside elite military units determines success or failure, and why greatness demands far more than talent alone.The conversation also explores one of the most important topics facing today's veteran community: integrity.Brent shares why he chose to publicly expose fabricated military stories, why accountability matters more than popularity, and how allowing deception to go unchecked ultimately harms every veteran who served honorably. Rather than chasing controversy, he explains why preserving trust within the military community is worth the criticism that often comes with telling uncomfortable truths.But this episode isn't only about Special Operations.It's about personal responsibility, building character, refusing to compromise your values, and understanding that the standards you uphold when no one is watching ultimately define the person you become.Whether you're leading a family, building a business, serving your community, or simply trying to become a better version of yourself, this conversation offers a powerful reminder that excellence isn't an achievement—it's a daily decision.Follow Shoot Me Straight:Instagram: @shootmestraightAvailable on YouTube, Spotify, and Apple PodcastsSponsors:Elevated Silence – Use code SMASH15Firecracker Farm
- Jun 23, 202651 min
Eddie and Dave – Caring for Aging Parents, Legacy & Life's Hardest Choices: SMS #163
On this episode of Shoot Me Straight, Eddie and Dave sit down for a candid conversation about family, aging parents, responsibility, faith, modern culture, and the difficult realities that come with growing older.What begins as a discussion about recent travels, firearms training, and life on the road quickly turns into one of the most personal conversations Eddie has shared on the podcast.After spending years watching his father's health decline from Parkinson's disease, aphasia, and other complications, Eddie opens up about the heartbreaking decision to place his father in a VA care facility. He shares the emotional weight of making a choice he knows is necessary while still feeling like he's somehow letting down the man who spent his entire life taking care of his family.Eddie and Dave discuss the difficult transition that comes when children become caregivers for their parents. They talk about guilt, responsibility, and the reality that sometimes doing the right thing doesn't make the decision feel any easier. Eddie reflects on watching his father struggle with losing independence, while Dave shares his own experiences helping care for aging parents and navigating similar challenges.The conversation also explores family legacy, parenthood, and the lessons that only become clear later in life. Both men discuss the importance of having meaningful conversations with your parents while you still can, learning their stories, understanding their sacrifices, and appreciating the people who helped shape who you are today.Along the way, Eddie shares stories from recent firearms training events across the country and offers his unfiltered thoughts on leadership, accountability, and the culture surrounding parts of the firearms industry. The two also dive into hunting, firearms, UFC, social media, politics, modern media, and why so much of today's culture seems driven by outrage, distraction, and the pursuit of attention.Throughout the episode, Eddie and Dave examine what truly matters when life gets difficult. They discuss why serving others is one of the most important responsibilities we have, how faith provides strength during painful seasons, and why family remains more valuable than money, status, or success.This episode is about far more than aging parents or life's hardships.It's about duty, gratitude, family, faith, responsibility, and learning to cherish the people you love before time takes away the opportunity.Follow Shoot Me Straight:Instagram: @shootmestraightAvailable on YouTube, Spotify, and Apple PodcastsSponsors:Elevated Silence – Use code SMASH15Firecracker Farm
- Jun 16, 20262h 3m
John Frankman – Green Beret, COVID Mandates & Running for Congress: SMS #162
On this episode of Shoot Me Straight, Eddie sits down with former U.S. Army Green Beret Captain and congressional candidate John Frankman for a powerful conversation about faith, military service, leadership, government overreach, and the personal cost of standing by your convictions.Before becoming a Green Beret, John was preparing for a very different future.Raised with a deep belief in God, John eventually converted to Catholicism as a teenager and felt called to the priesthood. He spent years studying in seminary, preparing for a life of ministry before ultimately realizing God had a different path in mind. That path led him into the Army, where he would go on to serve as an infantry officer, attend Ranger School, earn his Green Beret, and lead soldiers in some of the military's most elite units.Eddie and John dive into military leadership, the realities of Special Forces culture, and the lessons learned through failure, adversity, and responsibility. From Ranger School and Special Forces Selection to leading Green Berets, John shares what it takes to earn trust, develop resilience, and lead men in high-pressure environments where excuses don't matter and results do.But John's story takes a dramatic turn during the COVID era.As vaccine mandates swept through the military, John found himself facing a decision that would alter the course of his career. Believing the mandate violated both his religious convictions and personal conscience, he refused to comply despite mounting pressure from military leadership. He shares what it was like watching careers threatened, service members punished, and military readiness take a back seat to politics during one of the most controversial periods in modern American history.The conversation explores much more than the pandemic.John discusses faith, morality, government authority, and why he believes courage begins with a willingness to stand alone when necessary. He explains how his experiences in Special Forces shaped his understanding of leadership and why those same lessons ultimately inspired him to run for Congress. Throughout the episode, Eddie and John examine what happens when institutions lose sight of their purpose, why conviction matters more than popularity, and how faith can provide clarity when everything around you is demanding compromise.This episode is about far more than military service or politics.It's about courage, conviction, purpose, and the willingness to sacrifice comfort, status, and even a career in order to remain faithful to what you believe is right.Follow John Frankman:Instagram: @johnfrankmanflFacebook: JohnFrankmanFLWebsite: FrankmanforFlorida.comFollow Shoot Me Straight:Instagram: @shootmestraightAvailable on YouTube, Spotify, and Apple PodcastsSponsors: Elevated Silence – Use code SMASH15Firecracker Farm
- Jun 9, 20262h 13m
Jamie Winship - Fear, Identity & Faith: SMS #161
On this episode of Shoot Me Straight, Eddie and Dave sit down with former police officer, international conflict negotiator, and bestselling author Jamie Winship for a powerful conversation about fear, identity, faith, and what it truly means to live free.Growing up in some of the roughest neighborhoods around Washington, D.C., Jamie was surrounded by violence, gangs, and constant conflict from an early age. Raised by a father who believed toughness was survival and a mother whose faith often felt rooted in fear, Jamie shares how anxiety, shame, and the need to prove himself shaped much of his early life. Everything changed after a single experience at 14 years old.Sneaking into a movie theater for the first time, Jamie watched *Serpico* and left with a calling he couldn't explain. What began as a fascination with a police officer standing against corruption eventually led him into law enforcement, where he spent years searching for something deeper than simply enforcing laws. Eddie and Dave dive into the difference between enforcing rules and truly serving people. Jamie explains how his faith transformed the way he approached policing, teaching him to see beyond behavior and into the fears, wounds, and identities driving it. He shares how simple shifts in perspective changed the way he handled domestic disputes, criminal investigations, and some of the most difficult situations officers face every day. But Jamie's story extends far beyond police work.From negotiating in some of the world's most dangerous conflict zones to working between Israelis, Palestinians, and Muslim communities throughout the Middle East, he reveals how understanding fear became the key to resolving conflicts that seemed impossible to solve. Instead of asking how to defeat people, Jamie learned to ask how to win them. The conversation takes a deeper turn when Jamie recounts a moment in Kuwait that would ultimately change the course of his life. After sensing God challenge him to confront his fear of failure and loss, he watched a massive international operation collapse, millions of dollars disappear, trusted teammates betray him, and years of work unravel almost overnight. What felt like disaster at the time became one of the most important lessons of his life. Jamie shares why fear sits at the root of so many of our struggles, how identity shapes every decision we make, and why God doesn't force people into healing—He invites them into it.This episode is about far more than policing or negotiation.It's about courage, identity, purpose, redemption, and discovering who you really are when fear no longer gets the final word.Jamie WinshipFollow Shoot Me Straight:Instagram: @shootmestraightAvailable on YouTube, Spotify, and Apple PodcastsSponsors:Elevated Silence – Use code SMASH15Firecracker Farm
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