The Harden Up Podcast

Matt Harden
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The Harden Up Podcast

Hosted by Matt Harden, a former USMC Infantry Squad Leader, Veteran SWAT Team Leader, and owner of OpTempo Training Group, this podcast delves into all things training and adventure. From tactical insights to athletic performance, overlanding, and extreme sports, Matt interviews a diverse range of experts and enthusiasts. Tune in to gain actionable strategies and inspiration to push your limits and become the best version of yourself! 

  1. 4 DAYS AGO

    Ep 51: Matt Klein- NYPD Detective (Ret) and Battle Tribe Founder

    Send us a text In this episode I welcome Army combat veteran Matt Klein to the show! Matt is a retired NYPD Forensic sketch artist who used his artistic gifts and abilities to help solve multiple high-profile homicide and assault investigations. After his time in the military and law enforcement, Matt founded his creative project Battle Tribe! His engaging artwork blends elements of military, L.E. and pop culture in multiple media styles. Please enjoy the show! Matt Klein on Instagram: @matt...

    39 min

  2. 12/30/2024

    Ep 50: Rex Ingram- Police Chief

    Send us a text In this episode I welcome our first Police Chief to the show, Chief Rex R. Ingram from the Caldwell Idaho police department. He has an extensive background from his 17 years at LAPD, where he worked on gang enforcement teams, a human trafficking task force, plainclothes operations, and patrol watch commander in some of LA’s toughest areas. He spoke candidly with me about leadership in policing, elevating LE performance and how administrators can support their officers. Please e...

    1h 44m

  3. 10/31/2024

    Ep 49: Mark Lang of Brinc Drones

    Send us a text In this episode Matt talks with a law enforcement SWAT veteran, Mark Lang. He served for 23 years on a full-time SWAT team, specializing in the sniper billet. Mark is the director of sniper training for Tac Flow Academy and teaches for TTPOA and NTOA. Mark now works for BRINC drones and advocates for the use of drones in SWAT and patrol operations. Listen in as Mark talks about SWAT culture, the use of technology in L.E. and the future integration of DFR. Please enjoy the show!...

    1h 24m

  4. 09/09/2024

    Ep 48: CDR Bill Burwell- USCG Rescue Pilot

    Send us a text In this episode Matt talks with an active duty United States Coast Guard search and rescue pilot, Commander Bill Burwell. He has served over 18 years with assignments as duty pilot, instructor pilot and chief of aviation operations. Listen in as Bill dives into the challenges of rotary-wing flying, hair-raising rescue missions, and extreme duty stations Please enjoy the show! Video of perilous rescue recounted by Bill in the episode: https://www.dvidshub.net/video/640450/coast...

    1h 6m

  5. 07/31/2024

    EP 47: Standing Offhand on Police Snipers

    Send us a text In this episode Matt talks with two guests, Jeff Chang - a police sniper/instructor and also a former Marine Corps sniper. Tyler Ellsworth is also a police sniper/instructor and owner/operator of Standing Offhand with co-owner Jeff. In this episode we discuss the Trump shooting incident, the police sniper mission, and selecting good candidates. Please enjoy the show! Standing Offhand: https://www.standingoffhand.com/ Social: @standing_offhand The OpTempo Training Group websit...

    1h 44m

  6. 05/31/2024

    Ep 46: Mike Kelly- USCG Rescue Swimmer Instructor

    Send us a text In this episode Matt talks with an active duty United States Coast Guard rescue swimmer instructor. Mike served as a rescue swimmer for ten years prior to being selected as an instructor at the aviation survival technician (AST) school- one of the most stressful environments in military training. Listen in as Mike breaks down the selection process, testing and ultimate success criteria to join the elite USCG AST ranks! Please enjoy the show! Rescue swimmer career overvie...

    1h 9m

  7. 04/26/2024

    Ep 45: Jason Clark of BeaverFit USA

    Send us a text In this episode Matt has an in-depth conversation with the Beaverfit USA director of training and education, Jason Clark. Jason is a combat Marine Corps veteran and former drill instructor. He later went on to work in the fitness industry and then as a strength and conditioning director for the Marie Corps HITT program. He also served on the advisory board for human performance at HQ Marine Corps. Please enjoy the show! BeaverFit USA: IG: @beaverfitusa https://beaverfitusa.com...

    1h 2m

  8. 04/01/2024

    Ep 44: Dennis Medina of Armored Breach

    Send us a text In this episode Matt speaks with the inventor and founder of the guardian breaching shield, Dennis Medina. The company Armored Breach was formed as Dennis worked as a full-time SWAT Officer and mechanical breaching expert. Listen in as Matt and Dennis discuss SWAT training, trends, and the value of ballistic shields in operations. Please enjoy the show! Armored Breach and Dennis Medina: IG: @armoredbreach https://www.armoredbreach.com/ The OpTempo Training Group website for a...

    1h 7m
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Hosted by Matt Harden, a former USMC Infantry Squad Leader, Veteran SWAT Team Leader, and owner of OpTempo Training Group, this podcast delves into all things training and adventure. From tactical insights to athletic performance, overlanding, and extreme sports, Matt interviews a diverse range of experts and enthusiasts. Tune in to gain actionable strategies and inspiration to push your limits and become the best version of yourself! 

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  • Creator
    Matt Harden
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2025
  • Episodes
    50
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 2025 The Harden Up Podcast
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