Couple O' Nukes

Mr. Whiskey
  • 4.8 (121)
  • SELF-IMPROVEMENT

Couple O’ Nukes is a self-improvement podcast that engages difficult conversations to cultivate life lessons, build community, amplify unheard voices, and empower meaningful change. Hosted by Mr. Whiskey—a U.S. Navy veteran, author, preacher, comedian, and speaker—the show blends lived experience, faith, science, and humor to address life’s most challenging realities with honesty and purpose.  Each episode explores topics such as mental health, suicide prevention, addiction recovery, military life, faith, fitness, finances, relationships, leadership, and mentorship through in-depth conversations with expert guests, survivors, and practitioners from around the world. The goal is simple: listeners leave better than they arrived—equipped with insight, perspective, and the encouragement needed to create change in their own lives and in the lives of others.  Check Out The Website: https://coupleonukes.com

  1. 19H AGO

    Your Idol: K-Pop Demon Hunters & The Bible Warning Hidden In Plain Sight

    Send us a text Today on Radiating Faith, the ministry subseries on the Couple O’ Nukes podcast, I deliver a solo sermon that examines the hidden Biblical parallels inside K-Pop Demon Hunters by breaking down the lyrics of the song “Your Idol.” I use the song as a case study to teach what Scripture consistently warns about: idolatry is not only ancient statue-worship, but a modern heart-posture where something other than God becomes your refuge, identity, and source of security.  I walk through how the lyrics mirror the spiritual mechanics of idolatry—obsession, dependence, and substitution—especially the promises of sanctuary, salvation, and “freedom” without repentance. I connect these themes to key passages including Ezekiel 14:3–6 (idols set up in the heart), Jeremiah 2:13 (broken cisterns that cannot hold water), Jonah 2:8 (clinging to worthless idols), 2 Peter 2:19 and 1 Corinthians 6:12 (mastery and slavery), and additional warnings from Psalm 115 and Isaiah 44 about blindness and becoming like what we worship.  This sermon also addresses how “anytime it hurts, play another verse” reflects unhealthy coping, addiction patterns, and counterfeit comfort—where pain becomes a trigger for repeated dependence instead of surrender to God. I unpack the line “I’m the only one who will love your sins” to clarify the difference between God loving sinners while opposing sin, versus idols and demonic systems enabling sin as the very basis of their “love.”  I close with practical self-examination: identifying what functions as an idol today, how false promises replace Biblical refuge, and what accountability and repentance look like when something has your attention, desire, and devotion more than God.  https://youtu.be/cWppAbqm9I8?si=rUEqylQ5pXGWkJMV Website: https://coupleonukes.com Exodus, Honor Your Heart, & Nulu Knives: https://www.coupleonukes.com/affiliates/ Want to be a guest on Couple O' Nukes? Send me a message on PodMatch: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/1726279485588093e83e0e007 Sign Up For A PodMatch Account: https://www.joinpodmatch.com/coupleonukes *Couple O' Nukes LLC and Mr. Whiskey are not licensed medical entities, nor do they take responsibility for any advice or information put forth by guests. Take all advice at your own risk.

    40 min

  2. 2D AGO

    Law Enforcement & Military Leadership: Decisions That Cost Lives And Retention

    Send us a text Today, I sit down with Brent Colbert, a law enforcement officer, leadership doctoral student, and host of The First Responder Playbook, to have an honest and unfiltered conversation about leadership failures in high-risk professions.  Mr. Colbert and I share how poor leadership—not the job itself—is often the driving force behind burnout, mental health decline, and retention problems in law enforcement, military, and first responder communities. In this episode, we explore how complacency, emotional decision-making, and ego-driven authority can turn routine calls into life-or-death situations. Mr. Colbert walks through real-world critical incidents, including pursuits, suicides, and command failures, to illustrate how leadership behavior directly affects officer safety, morale, and long-term psychological health. We also discuss why “time served” does not equal leadership competence and why managing people is not the same as leading them. We also examine post-critical-incident care, peer support, EMDR therapy, and the alarming lack of transition planning for first responders leaving service. Mr. Colbert explains why agencies must take responsibility for mental health follow-ups, retirement care, and human-centered leadership models. Coaching With Brent Colbert:  https://paperbell.me/brent-colbert (Code COUPLEONUKES for 50% Off) https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-first-responder-playbook-insights-on-leadership/id1809562342 Website: https://coupleonukes.com Exodus, Honor Your Heart, & Nulu Knives: https://www.coupleonukes.com/affiliates/ Want to be a guest on Couple O' Nukes? Send me a message on PodMatch: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/1726279485588093e83e0e007 Sign Up For A PodMatch Account: https://www.joinpodmatch.com/coupleonukes *Couple O' Nukes LLC and Mr. Whiskey are not licensed medical entities, nor do they take responsibility for any advice or information put forth by guests. Take all advice at your own risk.

    48 min

  3. 4D AGO

    Faith, Insomnia, & The Science Of Sleep With Dr. Benjamin Long

    Send us a text Today, I sit down with Benjamin Long, a board-certified sleep medicine physician and U.S. Air Force doctor, to discuss one of the most neglected pillars of physical, mental, and spiritual health: sleep. Dr. Long explains how modern culture, technology, and chronic stress have reshaped our relationship with rest—and why sleep deprivation is quietly fueling anxiety, depression, burnout, and poor decision-making across all age groups.  In this conversation, I explore how sleep issues affect children, adolescents, military families, first responders, and high-performing adults. Dr. Long breaks down circadian rhythms, insomnia, screen use, energy drinks, and the biological realities behind sleep pressure and fatigue. We also address the growing mental-health crisis among youth and why sleep disruption is often a hidden contributor to anxiety, emotional instability, and suicidal ideation.  We also discuss Dr. Long’s book, Sleep Habits Journal, which bridges sleep science with Christian theology. He explains why sleep is not a weakness, but a gift from God, and how faith-based practices, prayer, and disciplined habits can help reframe sleepless nights. https://thewholeheartedmd.com/ Website: https://coupleonukes.com Exodus, Honor Your Heart, & Nulu Knives: https://www.coupleonukes.com/affiliates/ Want to be a guest on Couple O' Nukes? Send me a message on PodMatch: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/1726279485588093e83e0e007 Sign Up For A PodMatch Account: https://www.joinpodmatch.com/coupleonukes *Couple O' Nukes LLC and Mr. Whiskey are not licensed medical entities, nor do they take responsibility for any advice or information put forth by guests. Take all advice at your own risk.

    42 min

  4. 5D AGO

    Lessons From Federal Prison: A Jan. 6th Participant On Politics, Humanity, & Faith

    Send us a text Today, I sit down with Daniel Gray to have a raw and grounded conversation about political extremism, personal accountability, addiction, and rebuilding life after incarceration. Mr. Gray shares his firsthand experience surrounding January 6, the legal consequences that followed, and how federal prison became an unexpected catalyst for reflection, humility, and spiritual clarity. In this episode, we explore how identity collapse, substance abuse, and radicalized thinking can quietly take control of a person’s life. Mr. Gray explains how losing nearly everything forced him to confront his own choices, take responsibility for his actions, and disengage from ideological echo chambers that offered affirmation without wisdom. We also discuss the dangers of outsourcing morality to political movements rather than grounding it in faith, discipline, and truth. We also discuss Mr. Gray’s memoir, written almost entirely while incarcerated, and the deeper lessons he learned from long-term inmates who found peace, faith, and purpose despite decades behind bars. This episode is not about left versus right—it is about consequences, redemption, and what it truly means to rebuild a life with honesty, accountability, and spiritual direction. https://www.facebook.com/daniel.gray.673222 Website: https://coupleonukes.com Exodus, Honor Your Heart, & Nulu Knives: https://www.coupleonukes.com/affiliates/ Want to be a guest on Couple O' Nukes? Send me a message on PodMatch: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/1726279485588093e83e0e007 Sign Up For A PodMatch Account: https://www.joinpodmatch.com/coupleonukes *Couple O' Nukes LLC and Mr. Whiskey are not licensed medical entities, nor do they take responsibility for any advice or information put forth by guests. Take all advice at your own risk.

    59 min

  5. JAN 18

    Wings4Heroes: Amputated Veteran Mental Health & Recovery

    Send us a text Today, I sit down with Lyubim Kogan, founder of Wings4Heroes, to discuss a powerful and unconventional approach to veteran recovery. Mr. Kogan shares how witnessing the long-term effects of war—particularly amputation, trauma, and abandonment—led him to build a mission-driven program focused on restoring independence, dignity, and purpose to wounded veterans.  In this conversation, I explore how Wings for Heroes combines controlled extreme experiences, physical rehabilitation, and immersive environments to interrupt deep psychological despair. Mr. Kogan explains why traditional systems often fail amputee veterans and how his program addresses gaps in physical therapy, mental health support, and long-term reintegration. We also discuss the importance of treating veterans as capable individuals rather than permanent patients.  We also cover Mr. Kogan’s philosophy of mission over charity, transparency over bureaucracy, and action over rhetoric. From helping veterans relearn independence through international travel to scaling veteran-focused rehabilitation in both the United States and abroad, this episode highlights what it truly means to keep our promises to those who volunteered to defend freedom. This is a conversation about responsibility, service, and rebuilding life after unimaginable loss.  wings4heroes.org Website: https://coupleonukes.com Exodus, Honor Your Heart, & Nulu Knives: https://www.coupleonukes.com/affiliates/ Want to be a guest on Couple O' Nukes? Send me a message on PodMatch: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/1726279485588093e83e0e007 Sign Up For A PodMatch Account: https://www.joinpodmatch.com/coupleonukes *Couple O' Nukes LLC and Mr. Whiskey are not licensed medical entities, nor do they take responsibility for any advice or information put forth by guests. Take all advice at your own risk.

    42 min

  6. JAN 16

    Why Men Struggle To Love Themselves: Real Talk About Shame, Regret, & Isolation

    Send us a text Today, I sit down with Jason Lyle to have an honest conversation about men’s mental health, addiction recovery, suicide prevention, and faith. Mr. Lyle shares his journey from serving as a pastor for over a decade to losing his position due to sex addiction, the impact that had on his marriage, and how unresolved trauma from early adoption shaped his patterns of behavior. We discuss how isolation, shame, and guilt drive many forms of addiction, including pornography, relationships, substances, and destructive coping mechanisms. We explore the relationship between faith and responsibility, focusing on how spiritual language can sometimes be used to avoid accountability rather than pursue healing. Mr. Lyle explains how nervous system regulation, breathwork, cold water immersion, meditation, and self-inquiry helped him interrupt destructive impulses and regain agency over his choices. Our discussion highlights the difference between being alone and being lonely, and why community is essential for men navigating recovery, especially in a culture increasingly shaped by screens and virtual connection. Later in the episode, we talk about the work Mr. Lyle does through The Sacred Grit, Adventures and Recovery, and his men’s retreats. He outlines his process for helping men confront shame, rebuild self-worth, and develop self-discipline through embodied practices, reflection, and shared experiences. thesacredgrit.com Website: https://coupleonukes.com Exodus, Honor Your Heart, & Nulu Knives: https://www.coupleonukes.com/affiliates/ Want to be a guest on Couple O' Nukes? Send me a message on PodMatch: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/1726279485588093e83e0e007 Sign Up For A PodMatch Account: https://www.joinpodmatch.com/coupleonukes *Couple O' Nukes LLC and Mr. Whiskey are not licensed medical entities, nor do they take responsibility for any advice or information put forth by guests. Take all advice at your own risk.

    36 min

  7. JAN 14

    Dual Transitions: Military-To-Civilian Life & Transitional History

    Send us a text Today, I sit down with Paul Whitten to talk about military service, combat arms culture, and what life looks like after taking the uniform off. Mr. Whitten shares why he joined the Army, his role as a Forward Observer, and how combat arms training shaped his ability to handle pressure, criticism, and adversity. We discuss the realities of preparing for large-scale warfare while fighting counterinsurgency conflicts, and how many service members never actually perform the job they trained for once deployed.  We also dive into Mr. Whitten’s academic background as a historian, including his studies at The Citadel and his focus on transitional governments, particularly the collapse of the Soviet Union and its aftermath. Our conversation explores how historical literacy, real-world experience, and critical thinking intersect, especially when it comes to modern politics, power transitions, and the ongoing debates surrounding Civil War monuments and historical narratives in the United States.  Later in the episode, we shift to life after the Army and how Mr. Whitten combined lessons from military service, the UK Parliamentary Fellowship, the Peace Corps, and corporate leadership to build Nashville Adventures. He explains how the company helps people experience Nashville through history, culture, and entertainment, while also creating meaningful civilian purpose after service. https://www.nashvilleadventures.com/?srsltid=AfmBOoo08GKhMwx5VaXgL8mDKYMVwQVsYFJ62YGJsi8KneVUg1nXRYpH Website: https://coupleonukes.com Exodus, Honor Your Heart, & Nulu Knives: https://www.coupleonukes.com/affiliates/ Want to be a guest on Couple O' Nukes? Send me a message on PodMatch: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/1726279485588093e83e0e007 Sign Up For A PodMatch Account: https://www.joinpodmatch.com/coupleonukes *Couple O' Nukes LLC and Mr. Whiskey are not licensed medical entities, nor do they take responsibility for any advice or information put forth by guests. Take all advice at your own risk.

    1h 1m

  8. JAN 11

    Modern Mental Health: Patterns, Addiction, & Social Media

    Send us a text Today, I sit down with Peter Dalke, host of the Pete Vs. Anxiety podcast, where we explore how destructive patterns form in our lives, why comfort zones can quietly ruin us, and how anxiety, trauma, and addiction often disguise themselves as “normal routines.” We break down how self-justification keeps people trapped in cycles they don’t even recognize until the damage is already done. Throughout the episode, Mr. Dalke shares powerful insights from his time podcasting in the mental health space, including conversations around suicide prevention, prison mental health reform, schizophrenia, addiction, and the emotional toll of listening to deeply traumatic stories. We discuss the limitations of scripted mental health systems, the importance of lived experience, and why human connection—not algorithms or hotlines alone—is often what people are truly searching for in their darkest moments. I also contribute perspective from my own military and podcasting background, addressing male suicide rates, toxic cultural narratives around masculinity, the dangers of emotional suppression, and why prioritizing mental health must come before image, productivity, or public approval. This episode is an unfiltered, necessary discussion about the value of human life, the cost of silence, and why being honest about pain is one of the most powerful forms of leadership we have. https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/couple-o-nukes/id1657865479?i=1000721664874 https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/pete-vs-anxiety/id1736293322 https://youtu.be/edv_bNEaYTQ?si=0E3P_lhnws5NuHSz Website: https://coupleonukes.com Exodus, Honor Your Heart, & Nulu Knives: https://www.coupleonukes.com/affiliates/ Want to be a guest on Couple O' Nukes? Send me a message on PodMatch: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/1726279485588093e83e0e007 Sign Up For A PodMatch Account: https://www.joinpodmatch.com/coupleonukes *Couple O' Nukes LLC and Mr. Whiskey are not licensed medical entities, nor do they take responsibility for any advice or information put forth by guests. Take all advice at your own risk.

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Couple O’ Nukes is a self-improvement podcast that engages difficult conversations to cultivate life lessons, build community, amplify unheard voices, and empower meaningful change. Hosted by Mr. Whiskey—a U.S. Navy veteran, author, preacher, comedian, and speaker—the show blends lived experience, faith, science, and humor to address life’s most challenging realities with honesty and purpose.  Each episode explores topics such as mental health, suicide prevention, addiction recovery, military life, faith, fitness, finances, relationships, leadership, and mentorship through in-depth conversations with expert guests, survivors, and practitioners from around the world. The goal is simple: listeners leave better than they arrived—equipped with insight, perspective, and the encouragement needed to create change in their own lives and in the lives of others.  Check Out The Website: https://coupleonukes.com

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  • Creator
    Mr. Whiskey
  • Years Active
    2022 - 2026
  • Episodes
    273
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 2026 Couple O' Nukes
  • Show Website
    Couple O' Nukes