The Sidney Gordon Podcast

Core Medical Group

Real conversations on transformation, health, mindset, and resilience—Sidney Gordon dives deep with athletes, veterans, and leaders redefining peak performance.

  1. May 25

    Inside The Night Stalkers | Stephen Dwyer, Sr.

    Today we sit down with retired Army Colonel and former Night Stalker Stephen Dwyer for a powerful Memorial Day conversation about military service, leadership, sacrifice, family, and loss.   With over 30 years of service in the U.S. Army, Stephen shares stories from West Point, Desert Storm, the 160th SOAR Night Stalkers, and the realities of combat leadership. From flying scout helicopters along the East German border during the Cold War to serving in special operations aviation, this episode offers a rare look inside the mindset, discipline, and brotherhood of America’s elite military community.   But beyond the battlefield, this conversation becomes deeply personal.   Stephen opens up about the loss of his son, Chief Warrant Officer 3 Stephen Dwyer Jr., who tragically lost his life during a military training mission in 2023 while serving as a Night Stalker. He shares the emotional realities of grief, fatherhood, Gold Star families, and the mission behind the Dwyer Fire Gold Star Foundation.   We talk on: The five stages of manhood and leadership Growing up in a multi generation military family Lessons learned from West Point and Army leadership What separates the 160th SOAR Night Stalkers from the rest Stories from Desert Storm and military aviation The intensity of special operations missions Combat leadership and responsibility under pressure The realities of military loss and Gold Star families Veteran suicide and failures within the VA system The story of Stephen Dwyer Jr. and his service The mission behind the Dwyer Fire Gold Star Foundation What Memorial Day truly means   This episode is a powerful reminder that Memorial Day is about honoring the men and women who gave everything in service to this country and supporting the families they left behind. If this conversation impacted you, make sure to like, comment, and subscribe for more conversations like this.   Follow the Podcast: @thesidneygordon.podcast Follow Sidney: @sjgcore Follow the DWYERFIRE Goldstar Foundation: @dwyerfiregoldstarfoundation

    1h 50m

  2. May 18

    The Truth About Peptides

    Today we sit down with Jimmy St. Louis for an in depth conversation about peptides, hormone optimization, FDA regulation, black market compounds, and the future of patient focused healthcare.   From underground peptide companies and unsafe compounding practices to the growing crackdown from the FDA, Jimmy breaks down what is really happening behind the scenes in the peptide and HRT industry and why consumers need to pay attention now more than ever.   We talk on: Why so many peptide companies are being shut down The dangers of black market and “research only” peptides How poor sterility and batch testing can put patients at risk What separates legitimate peptide providers from dangerous operators Why consumers should demand transparency and third party testing The truth about peptide quality, compounding, and sourcing How proper bloodwork and diagnostics should guide treatment Why peptides should be viewed as tools for optimization, not luxury products The future of peptide regulation and FDA oversight How Jimmy is helping shape policy and advocate for safer healthcare solutions   This episode is a real conversation about separating fact from fiction in the hormone and peptide space while advocating for safe, ethical, and effective patient care.   If you care about hormone optimization, peptides, longevity, healthcare innovation, or understanding what is really happening in this industry, this is a conversation you need to hear.   Follow the Podcast: @thesidneygordon.podcast Follow Sidney: @sjgcore Connect with Jimmy: @jimmysstlouisofficial

    26 min

  3. Apr 20

    The Path Of A Warrior

    Today we sit down with Tu Lam for a powerful and deeply personal conversation about war, trauma, discipline, faith, and what it truly takes to rebuild your life after chaos.   From escaping Vietnam as a child refugee and surviving unimaginable circumstances, to 23 years in Special Operations and a battle with addiction, identity, and purpose, this episode dives into the raw reality behind the warrior mindset and the journey to becoming a man of peace.   We talk on: The brutal reality of Tu Lam’s childhood escaping Vietnam and surviving at sea Life in Special Operations and the mental cost of war Addiction, trauma, and the difficult road to rebuilding identity Why most people live in a constant state of survival and how to break it The power of morning routines, discipline, and controlling your thoughts How social media is destroying focus, attention spans, and mental clarity The difference between warriors and barbarians and why it matters Meditation, breathwork, and releasing deeply stored trauma The role of faith, surrender, and finding peace through God Why success, money, and status don’t bring fulfillment The truth about modern masculinity, purpose, and becoming a better man   This episode is not medical or psychological advice, it is a real, unfiltered conversation meant to challenge perspectives, encourage growth, and inspire you to take control of your life.   If you care about discipline, mental strength, faith, overcoming trauma, or becoming the best version of yourself, this is a conversation you need to hear.   Follow the Podcast: @thesidneygordon.podcast Follow Sidney: @sjgcore Connect with Tu: @tulam047 Follow Ronin Tactics : @ronintactics

    1 min

  4. Feb 16

    Why Modern Medicine Is Failing

    Today we sit down with Nick Koumalatsos and Mel Chancey for a deep, honest conversation about testosterone, peptides, hormone therapy, Big Pharma, and the modern healthcare system—and how it’s failing the people who need it most.  From underground peptide companies and questionable telehealth practices to the VA’s over-prescription of medications and the systemic resistance to preventive medicine, this episode exposes the uncomfortable realities behind today’s hormone industry. We talk on: Why testosterone and hormone therapy are still misunderstood How unregulated peptide companies are putting patients at risk The mental health crisis among veterans, including suicide and substance abuse Why modern medicine excels at trauma—but fails at long-term health How Big Pharma profits from symptoms, not solutions The truth about low testosterone, depression, and quality of life Why patient-first care requires standing up to broken systems This episode is not medical advice—it’s a real conversation meant to challenge narratives, encourage critical thinking, and advocate for ethical, patient-centered healthcare. If you care about men’s health, veteran care, hormones, or the future of medicine, this is a conversation you need to hear. Follow the Podcast: https://www.instagram.com/thesidneygordon.podcast Follow Sidney: https://www.instagram.com/sjgcore Connect with Mel: https://www.instagram.com/melchancey316/ Connect with Nick: https://www.instagram.com/nickkoumalatsos/ 00:00 – Introduction 02:00 – Prison analogies, trust, and off-the-rails conversations 04:00 – The explosion of HRT clinics & the “Wild West” problem 06:00 – Why underground peptides don’t work (and can be dangerous) 08:00 – Teenagers, peptides & unintended long-term consequences 09:45 – Female hormones, military service & suicide reduction 11:30 – The black box warning explained 13:00 – Big Pharma, lobbying & controlling medicine 15:00 – Why doctors avoid hormone conversations 17:00 – Fertility, testosterone & misinformation 19:00 – Telehealth threats & standing your ground for patients 21:00 – Preventive care vs trauma-based medicine 23:30 – VA healthcare, over-prescription & mental health collapse 26:00 – Veterans, addiction & systemic failure 28:00 – Big Pharma pricing, insurance & profit loops 31:00 – Why GPs don’t test what actually matters 34:00 – Free testosterone vs total testosterone explained 36:00 – Retraction of anti-testosterone studies 38:00 – Regulation, licensing & playing by the rules 40:30 – The cost of doing things right 43:00 – Sacrifice, leadership & building something ethical

    1h 13m

  5. Feb 2

    The Hormone Crisis No One Is Talking About in Veterans

    Matt — a retired Special Forces medic shares his unfiltered journey from juvenile detention and uncontrolled violence to elite military service and life-saving combat medicine. Matt opens up about his early struggles with anger, authority, and identity, including time spent incarcerated as a teenager — experiences he now recognizes as formative trauma. That same intensity later became the fuel that carried him through Ranger School, Special Forces selection, and some of the most violent years of the Iraq War. We talk about what combat medicine actually looks like on the ground: treating mass-casualty IED attacks, making impossible triage decisions, and carrying moral injuries that never show up on medical scans. Matt also explains how brotherhood, purpose, and controlled aggression are essential tools for survival — not just in war, but in life after service. The conversation also explores veteran suicide, hormone health, TRT, and why restoring the body’s biology can be a critical first step in restoring hope and mental resilience. This episode isn’t just a war story — it’s a conversation about becoming dangerous with control, finding purpose through service, and why community and brotherhood save lives long after the uniform comes off. Follow the Podcast:https://www.instagram.com/thesidneygordon.podcast Follow Sid: https://www.instagram.com/sjgcore/ Reach out to Matt: https://www.instagram.com/matt_spalding_/ Learn More About the Core Medical Foundation: https://coremedicalgrp.com/military-focus/ 00:00 – Introduction Why aggression isn’t the problem — lack of control is. 01:05 – Hormones, TRT, and Veteran Suicide How hormone therapy can dramatically reduce depression and suicidality. 02:00 – What the Core Foundation Event Really Feels Like Brotherhood, belonging, and why veterans keep coming back. 03:50 – Building a Family-First Veteran Community Why kids, families, and connection matter. 07:40 – Identity After the Military Facing life after service and redefining purpose. 08:45 – Juvenile Detention at 14 Years Old Early trauma, violence, and survival instincts. 11:00 – Learning to Function in Extreme Environments How incarceration shaped future combat performance. 13:15 – Becoming Dangerous with Control Raising sons, masculinity, and mastering aggression. 15:15 – Choosing the Military Over Destruction The dream that changed everything. 17:00 – Becoming a Combat Medic Why medicine became the path forward. 19:55 – First IED Mass-Casualty Event Treating five casualties under fire — first time in combat. 24:45 – Moral Dilemmas in War Impossible decisions medics are forced to make. 27:00 – 14 Months in Iraq Why extended deployments break people. 31:30 – Discovering Special Forces Autonomy, responsibility, and elite brotherhood. 35:00 – Ranger School Explained Why it’s really a leadership and suffering test. 39:30 – The Reality of Special Forces Training What Q-Course is actually designed to reveal. 42:00 – Brotherhood That Lasts a Lifetime Why these bonds never break.

    52 min

  6. Jan 19

    A Real-Life Story Hollywood Couldn’t Ignore...

    What happens when a former Hells Angels chapter president, once surrounded by violence, power, and prison sentences, surrenders his life to faith, brotherhood, and purpose? Today Nick K hosts, Mel Chancey to tell the full story — from outlaw biker life and federal prison, to redemption, faith in God, and a mission to help men and veterans reclaim their lives. Mel reveals: -Why his life story is being adapted into a major feature film -How Jon Bernthal was chosen to portray him -The dark realities of biker violence and prison -What true surrender and redemption actually look like -Why masculinity, faith, hormones, and community are deeply connected -How isolation is destroying men — and how brotherhood saves lives -Why helping veterans through hormone optimization is saving lives -Why the timing of this story matters right now This episode is deeply relevant for men struggling with purpose, identity, faith, addiction, or isolation. Follow the Podcast: https://www.instagram.com/thesidneygordon.podcast Follow Sidney: https://www.instagram.com/sjgcore Connect with Mel: https://www.instagram.com/melchancey316/ Connect with Nick: https://www.instagram.com/nickkoumalatsos/ 00:00 – Intro 03:00 – Jon Bernthal, Seven Bucks Productions & the big screen 07:45 – Getting into character: reliving suppressed trauma 11:30 – Violence, prison, and telling the “PG version” 14:10 – Why the project was paused — and why now is different 18:00 – God’s timing & faith through uncertainty 22:30 – Masculinity, testosterone & faith returning to culture 26:45 – From outlaw life to family, purpose, and peace 31:00 – Full surrender: giving God the wheel 36:00 – The power of community and brotherhood 39:20 – Military Appreciation Weekend & saving veteran lives 41:45 – Hormones, mental health & suicide prevention 44:30 – “Testosterone & Jesus” — why men are waking up 47:00 – Giving men their lives back 49:30 – Final reflections on redemption and purpose

    1 hr

  7. Jan 5

    Inside Military Appreciation Weekend: Purpose, Community, and Saving Veteran Lives

    Learn More about the event! https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/5th-annual-military-appreciation-weekend In this powerful conversation, Sidney sits down with Colton to talk about Military Appreciation Weekend, veterans’ mental health, mentorship, transitioning out of the military, and Colton’s unexpected journey into Hollywood. Colton shares how community, purpose, and hormone health are saving lives, why relationships are everything, and how Military Appreciation Weekend has become one of the most meaningful veteran-focused events in the country. He also opens up about being a military advisor and on-screen actor in major productions alongside John Bernthal and Tom Holland, and the surreal experience of landing those opportunities. They also discuss: identity after service veteran suicide and hormone deficiency the power of tribe and mentorship balancing family life with service and film work saying yes to opportunity and being ready when it shows up This episode is a must-listen for veterans, first responders, families, and anyone navigating major life transitions. 00:00 – Introduction 00:59 – Hope, growth, and purpose found at the event 03:41 – What newcomers can expect this year 04:42 – VIP day details, access, and sponsoring veterans 05:44 – Why community and relationships matter most 06:40 – Hormones, mental health, marriage, and saving lives 07:35 – Transitioning out of service and mentorship from veterans 09:12 – How the event inspires life change and new direction 11:09 – “I found my tribe again” — the feedback veterans give 12:12 – UFC fighter Michael Johnson’s story and commitment 13:52 – Colton’s unexpected, life-changing year 15:35 – Becoming military advisor and actor on set 18:15 – Preparation, pressure, and working in film 21:54 – How movie sets compare to military deployments 22:48 – Jon Bernthal flying Colton’s wife out for her birthday 24:13 – Jiu jitsu with Tom Holland 25:14 – Stories from set and influencing realism on screen 29:26 – Bringing real veteran issues into film and TV 33:43 – How a chance meeting years ago came full circle 36:39 – Family, legacy, and kids seeing dad on screen 39:10 – Upcoming events and what’s next

    41 min

  8. 12/08/2025

    Why You're Not “Ready Yet”… And Why That’s Exactly the Point

    Today Sidney sits down with Lauren Ungeldi — a bestselling author of 13 books, global CEO, and one of the most compelling voices on identity, resilience, and high-performance leadership. Lauren shares her journey from a small Texas town to sitting at tables with world leaders, writing for elite military figures, and leading companies with mission and purpose. Her story dismantles the myth that “success” is something that happens to you — instead, it’s something you become through identity, discipline, curiosity, and relentless internal growth. Follow The Podcast https://www.instagram.com/thesidneygordon.podcast Follow Core Medical Group https://www.instagram.com/coremedhrt Follow Lauren: https://www.instagram.com/laurenungeldi Together, they explore: Why success is NOT an external event — and why that keeps so many people stuck How to overcome imposter syndrome and step fully into who you were meant to be The power of travel, discomfort, and being the beginner again What it really means to lead, build, and grow without losing yourself Navigating success, betrayal, isolation, and relationships at the top Parenting, purpose, and the fire to build generational change Why identity — not goals — ultimately shapes your destiny 00:00 – Introduction 00:32 – Growing Up Working Hard in Small-Town Texas 03:45 – How Writing Became Her Lifelong Calling 06:56 – From Health Coaching to Bestselling Author 08:20 – Becoming an Adult Early & Outworking Everyone 11:25 – Saying Yes Before You’re Ready 12:36 – What Elite Leaders Really Have in Common 13:50 – Travel, Humility & Becoming Resourceful 15:53 – Success as an Identity, Not External Validation 18:23 – Timing, Growth Spurts & Accepting Your Potential 22:10 – Comfort with Uncertainty & Beginner Mindset 26:45 – Curiosity as the Antidote to Fear 28:07 – Parenting, Money & the Motivation to Build 30:01 – Self-Taught Writing & Imposter Syndrome 33:50 – Degrees vs Real World — Lessons in Validation 36:11 – The Power of Your Circle & Avoiding Isolation 38:42 – The Hardest Part: Being Seen in Your Success 40:10 – Privacy, Discernment & Leadership Behind the Scenes 42:14 – Lauren’s Next Two Years: Books, Business & Purpose 44:35 – Closing Thoughts Learn More About Core Medical Group: https://coremedicalgrp.com/

    45 min
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Real conversations on transformation, health, mindset, and resilience—Sidney Gordon dives deep with athletes, veterans, and leaders redefining peak performance.

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    Core Medical Group
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2026
  • Episodes
    53
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