Uploaded February 2026 | Updated September 2026, 3 hours ago

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In this episode, Dakota sits down with a Medal of Honor recipient who made an unusual decision at 37: reenlist in the Marine Corps and pursue Recon. They break down the moment that sparked the commitment, what it’s like going back through the pipeline, why today’s Marines are more capable than people think, and the leadership gaps that need fixing. They also talk legacy, fatherhood, PTSD as an injury that can heal, and why belief and hope still matter.



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