Security Halt!
Welcome to Security Halt! Podcast, the show dedicated to Veterans, Active Duty Service Members, and First Responders. Hosted by retired Green Beret Deny Caballero, this podcast dives deep into the stories of resilience, triumph, and the unique challenges faced by those who serve.
Through powerful interviews and candid discussions, Security Halt! Podcast highlights vital resources, celebrates success stories, and offers actionable tools to navigate mental health, career transitions, and personal growth.
Join us as we stand shoulder-to-shoulder, proving that even after the mission changes, the call to serve and thrive never ends.
Episodes
416 episodes
Martin Acosta on Psychedelic Medicine, Veteran Advocacy, and the Healing Journey | Security Halt! Podcast Ep. 418
In this episode of the Security Halt! Podcast, host Deny Caballero speaks with retired Green Beret Martin Acosta, a veteran advocate focused on raising awareness about alternative approaches to mental health recovery.Martin discusses the...
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Season 8
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Episode 418
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54:47
Dr. Allison Brager on Sleep, Brain Performance, and the Science of Human Resilience | Security Halt! Podcast Ep. 417
In Episode 417 of the Security Halt! Podcast, host Deny Caballero sits down with Dr. Allison Brager, a neuroscientist specializing in sleep science, human performance, and resilience.Dr. Brager’s research focuses on how sleep, stress, an...
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Season 8
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Episode 417
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51:36
Veterans Challenge the VA: The Fight Over Montgomery and Post-9/11 GI Bill Benefits
Veterans Challenge the VA Over GI Bill BenefitsIn this episode of Security Halt! Podcast, host Deny Caballero explains the legal challenge against the Department of Veterans Affairs over access to GI Bill education benefits.Follow...
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Season 8
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9:18
From Navy SEAL to Wall Street: JJ Parma on Transition, Purpose, and Protecting the Next Generation
JJ Parma shares his journey from Navy SEAL to Wall Street and beyond. He discusses military transition, mental health, networking, and building technology to protect schools.In This Episode:• Military transition challenges<...
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Season 8
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Episode 416
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1:05:08
From Combat to Campaigns: Sheen Mayberry on Veterans, Politics, and Leadership
Sheen Mayberry shares his journey from military service to politics and nonprofit leadership. This episode explores personal growth, leadership, and why veterans must step forward to shape the future.In This Episode:• Milit...
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Season 8
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Episode 415
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1:14:10
From Service to Startup: Warrior Rising's Activate Program for Veterans
In this solo episode of Security Halt! Podcast, host Deny Caballero breaks down Warrior Rising’s new Activate Program, an eight-week startup accelerator created in partnership with Virginia Tech’s Boeing Center for Veterans Transition ...
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Season 8
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9:43
Operator Syndrome Is Real: Geoff Dardia on Toxic Exposure, Mental Health, and Veteran Recovery
Geoff Dardia shares his journey through toxic exposures, mental health struggles, and recovery. This episode exposes Operator Syndrome and highlights the importance of proactive healthcare and community support.In This Episode:
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Season 8
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Episode 414
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1:04:14
The Men We Make: Magnus Johnson on Masculinity, Mental Health, and Modern Brotherhood
Magnus Johnson joins the show to discuss masculinity, vulnerability, mental health, and his book The Men We Make. This conversation explores brotherhood, character development, and why community matters now more than ever.In ...
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Season 8
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Episode 413
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1:10:45
From Green Beret to Storyteller: Corey Crevier on Purpose, Mental Health, and Legacy
Corey Crevier shares his journey from a challenging upbringing to Green Beret service and becoming an author. This conversation explores mental health, family, storytelling, brotherhood, and the importance of purpose beyond military serv...
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Season 8
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Episode 412
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1:09:37
From Bosnia to Iraq: Green Beret Mark Giaconia’s Unconventional War
Former Green Beret Mark Giaconia discusses his experiences in Bosnia and Iraq, emphasizing unconventional warfare, cultural intelligence, and the importance of documenting military history. This episode highlights how rapport building, l...
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Season 8
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Episode 411
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1:07:47
Deny Caballero Answers Audience Questions on Military Transition, Identity, and Purpose | Security Halt!
In this episode, Green Beret veteran Deny Caballero answers audience questions about transitioning out of the military and finding purpose after service.Topics include:Military transition challenges Identity after Special...
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Season 8
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28:02
From Adversity to Purpose: Prime Hall on Transition, Healing, and Community
Prime Hall shares his journey through adversity, military service, transition, injury, and healing—highlighting the importance of community, mental health, and purpose after the military.Topics Covered: • Military transition
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Season 8
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Episode 410
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1:09:57
Breaking the Silence: A Veteran’s Journey Through Addiction and Recovery
Veteran Corey Hickman AKA "ADOS Actual" shares his journey through substance abuse, rehab, and recovery, highlighting the power of vulnerability, community support, and mental health care.Topics Covered: • Substance abu...
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Season 8
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Episode 409
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1:14:18
The VA Disability Rule That Nearly Changed Everything — And Why Veterans Fought Back
A proposed VA disability rule could have reshaped veteran benefits nationwide. This episode explains the rule, the backlash, and why advocacy stopped it.In This Episode:• VA disability rating rule explained ...
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Season 8
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10:31
If Not Us, Who? Building Legacy Through Story, Adventure, and Purpose
Entrepreneur and author Miles Spencer joins Deny Caballero to discuss positivity, mentorship, fatherhood, and legacy. This episode explores intergenerational storytelling, global perspective, and the mission behind Reflecta.Top...
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Season 8
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Episode 408
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55:05
The 2025 Veteran Suicide Report: The Brain Health Crisis We Can’t Ignore
Deny Caballero breaks down the 2025 Veteran Suicide Prevention Report and explains the critical role brain health, TBI, and community support play in preventing veteran suicide.Key Topics Covered:• Veteran suicide statistic...
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Season 8
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17:42
Faith, Fatherhood, and Finding Purpose in a Divided World
Eric Tansey joins Deny Caballero for a powerful conversation on faith, addiction recovery, fatherhood, leadership, and community. This episode explores how prayer, accountability, and vulnerability lead to transformation—and why veteran communi...
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Season 8
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Episode 407
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2:20:05
Ketamine, Trauma, and the Future of Mental Health Care
Christi Myers joins Deny Caballero to discuss ketamine therapy, trauma healing, and the role of mindfulness and integration in modern mental health care. This episode explores safety, access, and the future of psychedelic medicine.Key...
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Season 8
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Episode 406
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1:01:13
Blast Overpressure: The Invisible Brain Injury Affecting Our Military
Deny Caballero explores blast overpressure (BOP), a silent but dangerous contributor to brain injury in military personnel. This episode explains symptoms, risks, cultural barriers, and the importance of awareness and documentation.Ke...
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Season 8
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7:00
From Ranger to Storyteller: Finding Purpose Beyond the Uniform
Former Army Ranger Marty Skovlund Jr. breaks down his transition from elite military service to storytelling and writing. This episode explores vulnerability, growth, mental health, and why process matters more than outcomes when redefining pur...
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Season 8
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Episode 405
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1:07:07
Systems, Routines, and resources for 100 day challenge
Deny Caballero breaks down his 100-day challenge and the lessons learned from a year of imbalance. This episode focuses on building sustainable habits through morning routines, prioritizing family wellness, improving sleep, and leveraging hormo...
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Season 8
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22:21
Resilience, Recovery, and Stem Cells: A Green Beret’s Mission After Combat
Former Green Beret Travis joins Deny Caballero to discuss life after combat, resilience, and recovery. From TBI and mental health challenges to stem cell therapy and veteran advocacy, this episode highlights the work being done through Project ...
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Season 8
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Episode 404
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1:00:55
PACT Act vs. Burn Pit Registry: What Every Veteran Must Do Now
Deny Caballero explains the PACT Act, VA benefits, toxic exposure claims, and the Burn Pit Registry. A must-listen for veterans navigating healthcare, compensation, and long-term protection.Topics Covered:PACT A...
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Season 8
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9:46
Freemasonry Explained: Understanding Freemasonry in a Divided World
In this episode of Security Halt!, Deny Caballero sits down with Jay Fain for a candid conversation that begins with humor and ends with clarity. Together, they explore Freemasonry—what it is, what it isn’t, and why it continues to matter, espe...
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Season 8
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Episode 403
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1:04:22
From Battlefield to Balance: Military Athletes, Brain Injuries, and Finding Purpose After Service
This episode explores the shared experiences of military athletes and veterans, focusing on brain injuries, mental health, identity after service, and the pursuit of purpose. Through stories of post-9/11 Iraq, selection pipelines, and lif...
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Season 8
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Episode 402
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1:20:09
