TARGETED Podcast

In this episode of Targeted podcast, Atlas Aultman sits down with a former U.S. Air Force cyber operations officer, commander, and senior military leader Michael "Mike" Brooks turned though leader and author to discuss cybersecurity leadership, military-to-civilian transition, identity after service, and his upcoming book Lessons Earned. Mike Brooks spent 22 years in the Air Force, serving in elite units including the Thunderbirds,...

Atlas Aultman sits down with retired Green Beret Lt. Col. Scott Mann to unpack the real mechanics of trust: struggle, vulnerability, and story. From battlefield letters and daily journaling to building one-man plays that bring civilians into the emotional reality of war, Scott explains why “no struggle, no story” is the most universal leadership principle. The conversation also covers operator transition, moral injury after Afghani...

n this episode of Targeted, Atlas Aultman sits down with Brick Allen to talk about what men are starving for right now: brotherhood, purpose, discipline, and a marriage built on daily commitment. Brick shares his “reset” journey, vulnerable leadership, and the mindset that helped him survive extreme trauma—plus why “luck” is often God’s grace we don’t recognize. If you’re a man trying to lead your family, build mental toughness, an...

A fishing pole kept the garage from closing… and a stranger walked into the house at 5 a.m. What happened next became a brutal, real-life fight for survival. In this episode of Targeted, Atlas Aultman sits down in World War Studio with Brickman Allen—international speaker, author, and creator of the #LiveOutside method—to unpack the home invasion that left Brick stabbed multiple times, fighting to protect his wife and unborn child....

Ben Owen is an author, serial entrepreneur, and nonprofit founder of We Fight Monsters + Black Rifle Co—and an addict/alcoholic in recovery who turned rock bottom into a mission: doing good things in bad places. In this episode of Targeted Podcast, Atlas Aultman sits down with Ben in Atlanta to talk about the moment he knew he had to change or die, how he rebuilt his life, and how purpose can disrupt cycles of addiction, violence, ...

Sheriff Mark Lamb, Former Sheriff in Pinal County, Arizona. Law Enforcement Leader, Expert on Security, Contributor to major news cycles, believer in Constitutional leadership, Southern Border Expert, Father, Husband, Public servant, and American Patriot. This talk includes conversations on the current ICE shooting in Minneapolis, Cartel and military operations from recent successful missions in Venezuela by joint United States For...

John Bates is back, if you need a refresher, he's an expert communications coach to some really big names and celebrities, a repeat TED speaker, Bestselling Author and expert who takes great leaders and shows them how to be great speakers, amazing keynotes, and TED-worthy communicators. 92+ Net Promoter. CEO/Founder of Executive Speaking Success, Co-Founder & Fox Hole Buddy of Warrior side.

John has worked with some huge brands...

Meet John Bates - Communications Coach, TED speaker, Bestselling Author and expert who takes great leaders and shows them how to be great speakers, amazing keynotes, and TED-worthy communicators. 92+ Net Promoter. CEO/Founder of Executive Speaking Success, Co-Founder & Fox Hole Buddy of Warrior side. John has worked with some huge brands like: TEDx, NASA, US Navy, Johnson & Johnson Links: livelikealeader.show Speak like a l...

Jason Schaefer, former Air Force Command Chief, joins Atlas Aultman on the Targeted Podcast to discuss leadership, effort, loss, military transition, and identity after service. This episode covers discipline over motivation, servant leadership, fatherhood, grief, and what it really means to lead people first. IN THIS SHOW WE TALK ABOUT: Military credibility Emotional vulnerability Leadership authority Real-life transition pain Oth...

A first for this show by/with/for men that win because our guest this week is a woman. Kate Monroe, CEO, joins us in Hollywood to talk about the events that she has had to overcome as a Marine with broken bones and reconstruction surgeries, sexual-abuse-survivor, lots of threats and eventually telling us about her massively successful venture that has put BILLIONS of earned dollars into the pockets of those who wore the uniform of ...

Meet Dr. Brian "BK" Kent, Strategic Advisor, Speaker, successful author, Instructor.

We talk about goal setting, entrepreneurship, relationships on personal and professional levels, how he won the title AUTHOR OF THE YEAR, his speaking and TV sessions as an expert in many fields and of course, some keys to success for scaling your business and stay engaged with solutions, not just problems. This is a wealth of information for any e...

Meet Jack Donovan, a bestselling author who continues to create thought provoking work almost daily. Best known for his bestselling book, The Way of Men - Jack and Atlas discuss that work and the continuing dialogue that continues to resurface in talks that surround men of strength, courage, mastery, honor, and what they mean to manhood today. ————— BUY THE WAY OF MEN AND JACK DONOVAN'S OTHER BOOKS AT AMAZON OR LISTEN ON AUDIBLE: T...

Meet Joe Uzpen, a former colleague of the host, Atlas Aultman, from their time in the White House under a different administration. Joe continues to bring excellence in medicine to the world. We talk about the mindset needed to tackle tough problems, how to not spend time in places that don't matter, and some behind the scenes times like elevator rides with the President of the United States. Enjoy. ***BREAKING NEWS, Atlas Aultman ...

Meet one of my mentors, Brigadier General Rob Lyman, USAF, Retired as we talk about his time in the Air Force as a trailblazing leader. Like many senior leaders, he is quick to point out the work of many, but the old saying is true, everything starts with leadership.  We talk new technology, mentorship while going fast, Ranger School and how you as a leader may be required to " smack the gator on the nose " - Hurricane Matthew, the...

Ringside Unified Fighting Mixed Martial Arts (RUF MMA) fighter Ferdaws Nayimi joins us in studio and tells us about his MMA career as Bobby Murda. His life as an athlete and world travelor, his struggles, and those that have supported him. He describes combat sports as a "poor-man sport" while describing how rich his life has become by being around the right people, his sponsors, and is ready to continue the journey. ***BREAKING NE...

Meet Erik Audé - stuntman, actor, bestselling author, they've made a documentary about parts of his life that have entertained the masses - now listen to him on Targeted. We talk about his time on-sets of some of the biggest films you have heard of and seen, his time being wrongfully imprisoned in a foreign death row (Pakistan) then returning to his work in films only to find out that some of his co-workers in the industry were cel...

Meet Sean Kanan. Emmy Award-winning actor, producer, screenwriter, and award-winning / bestselling author. Sean Kanan has captivated audiences for over three decades. From his breakout role in The Karate Kid Part III to Emmy-award winning projects like Studio City, and Netflix appearances on shows like Cobra Kai, to his bestselling motivational books, and a global presence as a TEDx Speaker and coach, Sean continues to inspire on s...

Meet Ezra Elliott, Mix Martial Arts Professional fighter and champion, as he shares a little about his journey through his 5-0 winning streak. Where he came from, his family, faith, and fight game. We talk about his tattoos, his coaches, the hurt game, and how he plans to continue to dominate in this sport that he was called to make his life. His next flight is Ringside Unified Fighting (RUF MMA) on November 1, 2025 where he is the...