Explore every episode of the podcast Clearing the MindField

There's always more to the story; a man making his way through what has become an iconic story in American lore and even pop culture. He was portrayed in the now unforgettable war movie, Blackhawk Down, but there was life there before and after those harrowing 18 hours in Mogadishu.

Rangers lead the way. Follow Mike Goodale as he shares his story.

Jared responded to a routine shop lifting call, but he found himself in a fight for his life. Shot multiple times in the face and body, Jared dug deep, responded as a well-trained Operator can and won another day on earth with his family and comrades.

In this episode, we discuss a winning vs. survival mindset, what it takes to move forward after an encounter like this and how it impacts family and career. This is a story for the books.

Surf's up and guitar is shredding. Jeremy and I discuss the healing power of fatherhood, becoming a warrior in a garden, the pressure of expectations on the job and bringing humanity into the job. This one is chock full of solutions.

Nick Padlo went from small town life, to West Point, to helping the Iraqi people rebuild their armed forces. When he returned to the States, he struggled with finding a sense of purpose and a mission to sustain him, but it was a long road in recovery. Today, he leads Sophros recovery, helping others find their way into recovery and wellness. He shares his story here with us.

In this powerful and unfiltered episode of Clearing the Mind Field, we sit down with Jason Wyman, an Army veteran and former combat medic who knows firsthand what it means to carry the invisible weight of service.

Jason opens up about the moments that never left him—the service, the casualties, and the decisions that followed him home. We discuss the difference between Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder and Moral Injury, and how the combination of both nearly cost him everything. This isn’t a surface-level conversation—this is the reality of what happens when the mission ends, but the war inside doesn’t.

At his lowest point, Jason found himself battling Suicidal ideation, questioning whether he could keep going. But in the middle of that darkness, one thing cut through the noise—his son.

Jason shares the turning point where fatherhood became more than a role—it became a lifeline. A reason to stay. A reason to rebuild. A reason to fight.

This episode is about more than survival—it’s about reclaiming purpose, redefining strength, and leading your own recovery when no one else can do it for you.

What You’ll Hear in This Episode:

• The reality of life as a combat medic and the weight that follows
• What suicidal rock bottom actually feels like (and how to climb out)
• How connection, especially as a father, can become the turning point
• What recovery looks like when you take ownership of it

If you’re a veteran, first responder, or anyone carrying something heavy—this conversation is for you.

You’re not alone. And there is a way forward.