From Service to Skydio: Military Veterans Shaping Drone Technology
SOFREP Podcast host Aaron “Rad” Radl sits down with three Skydio veterans—Mike Deeds, Josh Coryell, and Bryan King—as they share stories from their military careers and discuss the unique skills they bring to their current roles at Skydio. With years of service across the Air Force and Army, they e…
Col. (Ret) Seth Krummrich, Vice President of Client Risk Management at Global Guardian
Joining Rad in this episode is 28-year US Army Veteran, Colonel (Retired) Seth Krummrich. Seth's has experience in extensive Intelligence, Counter-Terrorism and Special Operations. He has commanded 5 organizations including a Reconnaissance platoon, Special Forces Team, Regional Survey Team, Specia…
Chris Novritsch, Former Scout Sniper and Airsofter
Novritsch, whose real name is Christoph Neuwirth, comes from Austria. He served as a scout sniper in the Austrian military. From this active time in military, he adopted many skills into airsoft sports and still uses them there today. He also incorporates this know-how in the development of his wea…
Curtis Fox, Former Green Beret and Author of 'Hybrid Warfare'
Curtis Fox, former Green Beret, 10th Special Forces Group member, and author of "Hybrid Warfare" returns to SOFREP Radio to give insight into the war in Ukraine and Russia's perspectives on it. Fox also talks about other key stakeholders in this conflict, emphasizing Poland, and how their goal is n…
Maj Gen (Ret.) Mick Ryan, AO, Modern Warfare Expert and Strategic Advisor at Skydio
Major General Mick Ryan, AO (Ret.) is a distinguished retired officer of the Australian Army, author of several books including "War Transformed" and "The War for Ukraine", and strategic advisor for Skydio. He talks about the strength of the Ukrainians and how their grit, innovativeness, and love o…
Ed Rush, Former F-18 Pilot and 5-Time Bestselling Author of 'God Talks'
Ed Rush is a former F-18 pilot and five-time bestselling author of books such as "The 21 Day Miracle", "Warrior", and his latest book called "God Talks". He gives an insider look into the inner workings of some of the world's most iconic jet fighters and even comments on the declassified reports on…
Don Bentley, Former Apache Pilot, SWAT Member, and Author of 'Capture or Kill'
Don Bentley is a former U.S. Army Apache pilot and author of "Capture or Kill". During his time in the Army, he was deployed to Afghanistan and was awarded the Bronze Star and the Air Medal with a "V" device for valor. After his military service, he joined the FBI as a special agent, where he f…
Max Lauker, Former Swedish Arctic Ranger and Author of 'Number 788'
Max Lauker is a former Swedish Arctic Ranger and the author of "Number 788". Today, he shares an overview of the Swedish special forces and how operating in the harsh Arctic environment necessitates the use of the most basic equipment, with a strong emphasis on sheer survival. Lauker discusses h…
SSG Beth King, ret., Chinook Crew Chief and Wounded Warrior Project Advocate
Beth King joined the military to provide for her son and became the first female in her company to fully progress to the role of crew chief. One fateful night in Afghanistan, her Chinook was hit by an RPG, throwing her from the helicopter. Her harness caught her, saving her life, but the incident l…
Lt. Col. (Ret) Daniel Gade
Celebrating Purple Heart Day last August 7, Rad sits speaks with Daniel Gade, ret. Army Lt. Col. and two-time Purple Heart recipient to discuss how he has turned his life-altering injuries into a mission to help his fellow veterans overcome their personal struggles after military service. Daniel e…