Old Ranger New Dad

Seth Ryan
  • 5.0 (1)
  • SELF-IMPROVEMENT

Old Ranger, New Dad Life doesn’t come with a manual, but if it did, it’d probably be written in crayon by a sleep-deprived parent and edited by an old Ranger with too many scars to count  :-)       Welcome to Old Ranger, New Dad—a vlog and podcast where hard truths meet full authenticity. No fluff, no sugar-coating—just real talk about life’s struggles, triumphs, and everything in between. Through my journey—from the battlefield to the home front—I’ll over-share the  obstacles I’ve faced, the battles I’ve fought (both external and internal), and the lessons I’ve learned along the way, but like a Father would for his son, not like an influencer would for a 'Follower.'  This channel is about perseverance, faith, and finding purpose in the struggle. It’s always upbeat, always real, and always aimed at inspiring and equipping you for your own fight. Whether it’s parenting, leadership, resilience, or faith, every episode delivers value. And while I don’t shy away from adult topics, I approach them with wisdom and respect—ensuring Old Ranger, New Dad is a Christian, family-friendly space you don’t have to worry about your kids overhearing. Because let’s face it, the world throws enough garbage their way—I won’t be adding to the pile. 

  1. Green Beret: Men Mocking Weakness is Killing the BEST in SPEC OPS

    3H AGO

    Green Beret: Men Mocking Weakness is Killing the BEST in SPEC OPS

    ** Watch Full Video on YT in 4K ** MEN ARE DYING IN SILENCE, IN THIS EPISODE NICK SHARES THE STIGMA(S) KILLING THEM!  In this episode of Old Ranger New Dad, Seth Ryan sits down with Nick O’Kelly—former Special Forces, Army aviator, and 160th SOAR (“Night Stalkers”)—for a conversation every man needs to hear. Nick breaks down a brutal truth most people avoid: The danger isn’t only what men are carrying internally… it’s how other men respond when someone finally admits they’re struggling. The jokes. The mockery. The “man up” culture. The silent stigma that convinces strong men to stay quiet until it’s too late. Nick shares his personal battle with anxiety, panic, depression, intrusive thoughts, and the “high performer mask”—how you can be excelling on the outside while internally falling apart. He also honors the brotherhood he came up with, including Bryan Gray, a man who embodied strength and grit… and still lost his life. This episode is raw, honest, and practical—especially for: Veterans, law enforcement, and first responders High-performing men who don’t feel “allowed” to struggle Wives/families trying to support a man who’s shutting down Anyone who wants to be the kind of friend who actually helps In this episode, we cover: How stigma starts early (even in training) and follows men for life Why “performance” becomes camouflage for pain The real difference between toughness and silence What to say (and what not to say) when a man opens up Marriage under pressure—and what helped Nick and his wife endure Tools that helped: honesty, therapy, accountability, and rebuilding purpose How to check on your people without making it weird IF YOU ARE A MAN WHO FEELS TRAPPED BEHIND YOUR OWN IMAGE? This Episode is for you! And if a man in your life says he's “fine”… but you’re pretty sure he really isn't fine — watch this episode carefully!         - Time Stamps -  0:00 Intro / Meet Nick O’Kelly 3:50 Nick’s background: Special Forces → Army Aviation → Special Operations 160th SOAR "Night Stalkers" 8:20 “High performance” as a mask for mental health 11:40 Why Nick got out + the hidden cost of pushing nonstop 14:00 The culture of stigma: men mocking weakness 16:10 Bryan Gray—brotherhood, loss, and why the book exists 21:00 Why asking for help feels terrifying 27:20 The ripple effect: what happens after suicide 33:00 Insomnia, chronic stress, panic, and the mental trap 45:50 Timeline: when it started and how long it lasted 53:20 Marriage under pressure + what actually helped 59:20 Tools that helped: therapy, meds, awareness, and rebuilding 1:13:15 “I was a good man in a storm…” — breaking it down 1:25:00 Where stigma starts (the “shoelaces” lesson) 1:44:00 Final message: pick up the phone  #OldRangerNewDad #NickOKelly #MensMentalHealth #VeteranPodcast #SpecialForces #160thSOAR #NightStalkers #SuicidePrevention #Brotherhood #PTSD #Leadership #Marriage #Fatherhood  Support the show Please LIKE, Share and Subscribe for more content like this!! @OldRangerNewDad

    1h 48m
  2. #12 Military Trauma Expert / Bestselling Author's New Book: "Fall Out"

    MAR 12

    #12 Military Trauma Expert / Bestselling Author's New Book: "Fall Out"

    This week I recorded a fantastic podcast with 'Doc' Shauna Springer, Ph.D. **(She doesn't go by 'Doc' because she has a Ph.D.)**  She earned that title over the years of earning respect from veterans leading the charge in Veteran Mental Health! Anyone who served in SOF or combat-arms the team-medic, referred to as 'Doc', is always one of the most beloved members of any team. He's the one that will plug your holes and keep you breathing, will continue doing so as long as they have breath in their body. She's a:  -Licensed psychologist,  -Bestselling author, and  -One of the MOST TRUSTED Voices working to demystify psychological trauma, Difficulty During military transition, moral injury, veteran/law enforcement suicide prevention, and the relationships that hold warriors together when life's storms are raging. 'Doc Springer' also currently serves as Chief Psychologist at Stella Mental Health, and she’s known in the veteran and first responder world because She Doesn’t Talk AT People — she’s spent years EARNING TRUST in The Rooms where outsiders Never Get Invited! You may know her from her groundbreaking book WARRIOR: How to Support Those Who Protect Us, where she pulls the curtain back on what many civilians don’t understand — Trust, Stigma, Connection, and what it actually looks like when an Unbreakable-Juggernaut starts imploding on the inside.  she then took it even further with RELENTLESS COURAGE: Winning the Battle Against Frontline Trauma, co-authored with Michael Sugrue — a book aimed straight at the realities first responders (especially Law Enforcement Officers) carry, and how that weight affects the mind, the home, and the mission. But TODAY WE'RE HERE for her Newest book: "FALL OUT: Ten Common Beliefs that Kill Our Bravest and the Truths that Can Save Them" — and yes, it’s available on Amazon right now. This isn’t a “feel-good wellness talk.” FALL OUT takes aim at the false beliefs and check-the-box approaches that sound good on paper, but Do Not Work within our warrior cultures — in many cases it's making things worse. In a growing number of tragic cases, it is a Factor in costing the lives of some of the best and bravest men and women walking on the face of the earth. 'Doc' Springer's new book: "Fall Out" (Two words, multiple-meanings, All of them Powerful & Insightful) *****Link below***** file:///D:/Old%20Ranger%20New%20Dad%20Podcast/ORND%20Episodes%2016x9%20(YT%20&%20Spotify)/Ep%20Shauna%20'DOC'%20Springer/Fall%20Out%20link.htm  PLEASE LEAVE A REVIEW ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ON AMAZON! and SHARE if find 'Fall Out' to be insightful! Support the show Please LIKE, Share and Subscribe for more content like this!! @OldRangerNewDad

    1h 1m
  3. #11 Switching Navy SEALs into EOD (BOMB Tech) contract, led to a lifetime of fulfillment!

    MAR 4

    #11 Switching Navy SEALs into EOD (BOMB Tech) contract, led to a lifetime of fulfillment!

    What happens when an 11-year-old watches 9/11 unfold…and feels powerless to help? For Jay Ly, that moment became fuel. Jay grew up in a rough neighborhood in Syracuse, NY—raised by a tough single mom who Made Sure FAITH stayed at the center even when life was chaotic.  Years later, that same Faith + Grit carried him (Not into the Navy SEALs as he planned) into the Navy EOD community (Explosive Ordnance Disposal)—Where he deployed into combat with army Rangers and other elite operators in Special Forces destroying evil men. He did get to work with the SEALs & "Team 6" (aka DevGru) where he worked a totally different mission set keeping peace and build relationships with our 'allies' in Afghanistan.  After leaving military life, he now focuses on his New Mission:  Helping high performers build Legacy, Purpose, and Financial Freedom grounded in faith and character! Support the show Please LIKE, Share and Subscribe for more content like this!! @OldRangerNewDad

    1h 38m
  4. #10 Robert Wall on losing 'Lizzy', Loss/Grief, and Learning to Breathe Again

    FEB 9

    #10 Robert Wall on losing 'Lizzy', Loss/Grief, and Learning to Breathe Again

    Old Ranger New Dad — Episode: Robert Wall on Lizzie, Loss, and Learning to Breathe Again In this deeply personal episode of Old Ranger New Dad, Seth Ryan sits down with fellow veteran and entrepreneur Robert Wall for a conversation that isn’t “content”—it’s real life. Robert shares the story of his daughter Elizabeth “Lizzie” Wall, who lived 2 1/2 years with a rare genetic disorder (rhizomelic chondrodysplasia punctata) and how that journey reshaped everything: his faith, his marriage, his identity as a father, and his understanding of what grief really is.  This episode also opens in a raw place—Seth records shortly after losing his son and walking through a medical emergency that nearly took his wife. Together, Seth and Robert talk about the kind of grief that doesn’t fit neatly into “stages,” the pressure men feel to stay tough, and why silence can sometimes speak louder than the right words.  You’ll hear hard-earned truths about: Why grief has no timeline (and why that’s not failure)  The weight of losing a child—and the purpose that can grow from the pain  Faith in the storm: surrender, resilience, and staying anchored as a couple  PTSD beyond the battlefield—and how trauma can show up years later  Hope without clichés: what it looks like to keep moving forward with a broken heart  If you’ve experienced miscarriage, child loss, infertility, the loss of a loved one—or you’re the friend who wants to help but doesn’t know what to say—this episode will meet you where you are. Listen now, and share this with someone who needs permission to grieve—and the courage to keep going.  Support the show Please LIKE, Share and Subscribe for more content like this!! @OldRangerNewDad

    1h 13m
  5. #9 Sept 11th 2001 - 1st Responder, 19 years of PTSD GONE & Dan shares Exactly How he does it!

    JAN 14

    #9 Sept 11th 2001 - 1st Responder, 19 years of PTSD GONE & Dan shares Exactly How he does it!

    What if the memory stays… but the panic response doesn’t? In this episode of Old Ranger New Dad, I sit down with Dan Jarvis, who breaks down a powerful approach to trauma healing that’s helping veterans and first responders reclaim their lives. We talk about a 9/11 first responder who lived with Severe PTSD for 19 years—until meeting Dan and learning how the brain can process and “re-file” traumatic memories so they no longer trigger a fight-or-flight reaction. This isn’t hype. It isn’t mystical. It’s a practical conversation about how the brain (much of which science still can't quite explain) stores trauma,  why the body keeps sounding the alarm,  and what it can look like to move from constant triggers to real peace.  In this episode: Why trauma can feel “present” even decades laterHow memory reprocessing works (in plain English)What “invisible wounds” can look like in real lifeWhy hope is not naïve — it’s necessaryWho this approach may help (and what realistic expectations look like)If you’re carrying unseen burdens—or love someone who is—this one is worth your time. Disclaimer: This episode is for educational purposes and is not medical advice. If you’re in crisis or considering self-harm, call/text 988 in the U.S. or contact local emergency services. Support the show Please LIKE, Share and Subscribe for more content like this!! @OldRangerNewDad

    1h 26m
  6. #8 Police Officers DON'T FAKE SICK to stay home...they FAKE BEING OKAY to go to work (Guest: AK Dozanti)

    12/26/2025

    #8 Police Officers DON'T FAKE SICK to stay home...they FAKE BEING OKAY to go to work (Guest: AK Dozanti)

    Burnout doesn’t announce itself loudly—it whispers… until it screams. In this raw, no-fluff conversation, I sit down with AK Dozanti, a former police officer who went from Officer of the Year to complete burnout, depression, PTSD, and suicidal ideation—and then fought her way back. AK is now a career and mental burnout specialist and the author of Beat the Burnout, a practical guide designed specifically for law enforcement and first responders who feel trapped, exhausted, cynical, and disconnected from the life they once cared about. In this episode, we cover: Why burnout is not a personal failure—and why departments often miss the warning signsThe three pillars of burnout: exhaustion, cynicism, and loss of purposeHow dark humor, overworking, and “just pushing through” quietly destroy marriages, health, and identityWhy alcohol, sleep deprivation, dehydration, and nonstop side jobs accelerate burnoutThe dangerous myth of compartmentalizationWhat leaders should be doing—and what officers can do right now to protect themselvesWhy leaving law enforcement is sometimes the bravest, healthiest decision a person can makeThis episode is for: Law enforcement officers and first respondersVeterans transitioning into or out of policingSpouses and families who feel the distance but don’t know whyLeaders who actually want to keep their people aliveBurnout is common. Suicide doesn’t have to be.  You are not weak. You are not alone. And there is another way forward. Her Book "Beat The Burnout":    https://www.amazon.com/Beat-Burnout-Prevention-Solutions-Frontline/dp/B0DW6PPGML &  Her Newest Book... "Responder Reset: 99 Real-Time Tactics for Frontline Regulation": https://www.amazon.com/Responder-Reset-Real-Time-Frontline-Regulation/dp/1965971237?ref_=ast_author_dp&th=1&psc=1 Support the show Please LIKE, Share and Subscribe for more content like this!! @OldRangerNewDad

    1h 49m
  7. #7 Killing from Afar: The Untold Struggle of America’s Reaper Sensor-Operators and Pilots That Is Being Scrubbed From Google

    11/21/2025

    #7 Killing from Afar: The Untold Struggle of America’s Reaper Sensor-Operators and Pilots That Is Being Scrubbed From Google

    What is the real cost of killing from thousands of miles away? In this powerful and deeply personal episode, Tanner (a former U.S. Air Force MQ-9 Reaper Sensor-Operator & Instructor) opens up about the hidden psychological toll of waging war through a screen — a burden ALMOST No-One outside the community understands. For years, Reaper pilots/S0's have carried out lethal missions, tracked terrorists for days/week/months/years (watched them commit atrocities but Not be permitted to intervene) directed strikes, and watched the aftermath in high-definition detail. But the emotional, spiritual, and moral impact? That part has been silenced. ***** His Website: https://www.remotewarriorllc.com/ ***** In this conversation we expose: The complex PTSD plaguing America’s drone-pilot community Sleepless nights, moral injury, and unending replay of mission footage The crushing exhaustion from 12–16 hour shifts of life-and-death decisions The suicides among active-duty members that never make the news Why stories like his are being scrubbed from Google and social platforms And what really happens to a human soul when killing becomes routine This is not a political episode. This is a human episode — an honest look at the invisible wounds carried by those who fight America’s wars from afar. If you’re a young man, a veteran, or someone seeking the truth behind modern warfare, you need to hear this. This is the cost nobody talks about. 🙏 If you or someone you know is struggling, reach out. You’re not alone. Veterans Crisis Line: Dial 988, then Press 1 Support the show Please LIKE, Share and Subscribe for more content like this!! @OldRangerNewDad

    2h 3m
  8. #6 9/11 First Responder, Marine dug for bodies and overcame severe PTSD

    11/08/2025

    #6 9/11 First Responder, Marine dug for bodies and overcame severe PTSD

    Johnny Walker shares profound experiences as a veteran, particularly focusing on his time as a 1st responder who watched 9/11 happen in-person.  He overcame 19yrs of severe PTSD. The man who 'Healed' him (Johnny's words, not mine) will be on another podcast in December!  Johnny is in extremely high levels of technology and shares the reality of how big tech controls the money and the politicians. The conversation shifts to the alarming statistics surrounding missing children in the U.S. and the role of AI in child exploitation.  Johnny emphasizes the interconnectedness of data breaches and online child safety, calling for greater awareness and ethical considerations in technology development. In this conversation, Johnny Walker and I delve into the complex issues surrounding human trafficking specifically of children, the role of technology in raising awareness, and the pervasive corruption within agencies and the military-industrial complex. We discuss the value of life in military operations, the mental health crisis among veterans, and the illusion of control that society faces. The conversation emphasizes the importance of nonprofits in combating these issues and concludes with reflections on the interconnectedness of societal problems and the need for awareness and action.  Support the show Please LIKE, Share and Subscribe for more content like this!! @OldRangerNewDad

    1h 44m
See All (16)

Trailer

Ratings & Reviews

About

Old Ranger, New Dad Life doesn’t come with a manual, but if it did, it’d probably be written in crayon by a sleep-deprived parent and edited by an old Ranger with too many scars to count  :-)       Welcome to Old Ranger, New Dad—a vlog and podcast where hard truths meet full authenticity. No fluff, no sugar-coating—just real talk about life’s struggles, triumphs, and everything in between. Through my journey—from the battlefield to the home front—I’ll over-share the  obstacles I’ve faced, the battles I’ve fought (both external and internal), and the lessons I’ve learned along the way, but like a Father would for his son, not like an influencer would for a 'Follower.'  This channel is about perseverance, faith, and finding purpose in the struggle. It’s always upbeat, always real, and always aimed at inspiring and equipping you for your own fight. Whether it’s parenting, leadership, resilience, or faith, every episode delivers value. And while I don’t shy away from adult topics, I approach them with wisdom and respect—ensuring Old Ranger, New Dad is a Christian, family-friendly space you don’t have to worry about your kids overhearing. Because let’s face it, the world throws enough garbage their way—I won’t be adding to the pile. 

Information

  • Creator
    Seth Ryan
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    16
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 2026 Old Ranger New Dad
  • Show Website
    Old Ranger New Dad

You Might Also Like