The Frogman Friday Show

The Frogman Friday Show
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Welcome to The Frogman Friday Show where we introduce you to retired and former Special Operators who are now forming businesses, creating non-profits, authoring books, starring in movies, professionally speaking and many other creative ideas. These guests have devoted their lives to the betterment of their country over their careers and have taking a long sabbatical from their own ideas and this is why The Frogman Friday Show was created. Bridging the gap between the Special Operator and the current civilian marketplace. Enjoy The Frogman Friday Show ------- Hosted by former Navy SEAL,

  1. JAN 30

    EP 112: From SEAL to Builder. Rebuilding Purpose Through Craft

    Former Navy SEAL Senior Chief Pat “Toz” Tozzi joins Ryan “Birdman” Parrott on Frogman Friday to break down the real challenges of transition after special operations. After 20 years in the SEAL Teams, Tozzi founded Green Devil Garage, a fabrication shop turned mission focused platform for veteran mental health, blue collar trades, and youth education. This episode covers leadership failure, ego culture, loss of purpose after service, and why working with your hands restores confidence and clarity. Tozzi also shares his plan to build a Barrett-Jackson auction vehicle to fund free vocational training for veterans and at-risk youth. Follow Green Devil Garage Instagram: @greendevil_garage Facebook: Green Devil Garage Presented by Transcend Support the mission: https://transcendcompany.com/birdman

    50 min

  2. 11/28/2025

    EP 111: Marcus Jay Allen on Marine Force Recon and the Making of a Warrior

    Marcus Jay Allen brings a powerful and honest look into the world of Marine Force Recon and the mindset needed to succeed in special operations. He breaks down Recon versus Force Recon versus MARSOC, why most candidates fail in the water, and the importance of discipline, hunger, and commitment. He shares his transition out of the Marine Corps, the failures that shaped him, and the mission behind his company Be A Weapon, where he trains young men who want to earn a place in elite military units. This conversation is essential for anyone preparing for special operations or anyone who wants to build a disciplined, structured, purpose-driven life. Connect with Marcus Jay Allen Website: https://beaweapon.org Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/marcusjayallen Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/marcusjayallen LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marcusjayallen YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@marcusjayallen Follow Frogman Friday Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/frogmanfridayshow YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@FrogmanFriday Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/frogmanfriday TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@frogmanfrida Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5J5wUfZJ9NbH9lZ9AjG4Ft

    1h 1m

  3. 10/31/2025

    EP 110: Bear Handlon - How Born Primitive Is Changing Lives for Veterans

    Bear Handlon spent seven and a half years in the SEAL Teams before founding Born Primitive in his garage. Today it’s a global brand built on American values and service. In this episode, Bear joins Ryan “Birdman” Parrott to talk about faith, leadership, and how he turned a side hustle into a mission for veterans everywhere. We discuss the Veterans Day campaign where Born Primitive and Black Rifle Coffee pledge all profits to erase veteran medical debt—an effort that has already forgiven over $11 million in bills for 5,800 veterans. Topics include: – Bootstrapping and brand building after service – Creating a business with values and impact – Charity, leadership, and faith – Lessons from the SEAL Teams applied to life and business Guest: Bear Handlon (@bearhandlon | @bornprimitive | bornprimitive.com) Host: Ryan “Birdman” Parrott (@frogmanfridayshow) Connect with Ryan “Birdman” Parrott: Instagram.com/frogmanfridayshow | Facebook.com/frogmanfridayshow | Threads.com/frogmanfridayshow | x.com/FrogFridayShow Sponsored by Transcend: Optimize your health with the best peptide and hormone therapy. Visit transcendcompany.com/birdman to get started. Listen, follow, and share for more authentic conversations with America’s elite operators, entrepreneurs, and changemakers.

    57 min

  4. 10/17/2025

    EP 109: Healing the War Within | Nate Brown & The Coming Home Project

    Nate Brown served six years as a Navy SEAL before becoming a firefighter, paramedic, and founder of The Coming Home Project—a nonprofit helping veterans and first responders heal through plant-based and psychedelic therapy. In this conversation with Ryan “Birdman” Parrott, Nate opens up about his painful transition out of the teams, his journey through trauma, and the life-changing experience that inspired him to help others reconnect with themselves. They talk about: What happens when the mission ends but the war inside continuesThe science and spirituality of plant medicine and MDMA-assisted therapyHow The Coming Home Project prepares and integrates veterans safelyThe struggle to find accountability and purpose after serviceWhy real healing begins with love, empathy, and Christ-centered humility Visit thecominghomeproject.org to donate, get involved, or apply for a program.

    1h 2m

  5. 10/03/2025

    EP 108: Deny Caballero – Surviving Rock Bottom & Building Security Halt Media

    EP 108 – Frogman Friday Show with Ryan “Birdman” Parrott features Deny Caballero: retired Green Beret Warrant Officer, founder of Security Halt Media, and a voice for resilience after service. Deny opens up about: 16 years in Army Special Forces (SFODA 7114 & 7135)The breaking point that nearly ended his lifeChoosing vulnerability, treatment, and healing through therapyWhy humor, memes, and storytelling keep veterans aliveBuilding Security Halt Media and producing content with purposeLessons in sobriety, family, entrepreneurship, and mental strength This is a raw, unfiltered conversation about life after Special Forces—and how Deny found a new mission in content, community, and being a present husband and father. 👉 Learn more: securityhalt.com 👉 Follow Deny: @danny_tanner_jr | @security_halt_media

    53 min

  6. 09/26/2025

    EP 107: Moon Child | Anthony Dyer’s Story of Combat, Struggle, and Survival

    In this powerful episode of Frogman Friday, Anthony Dyer—better known as Uncle Tito—shares his 21-year journey as a U.S. Air Force Tech Sergeant in the 16th Special Operations Squadron. From the skies of Afghanistan to the struggles of transition, Anthony tells the story behind his service, his darkest battles, and how he fought to reclaim purpose. We cover: • Life as an AC-130 gunship aerial gunner • Providing close air support to special operations on the ground • Losing identity after service and battling alcohol • Writing Moon Child to heal—and to help others • Why storytelling matters for the next generation of veterans • Family, faith, and building a future beyond the uniform Anthony’s book, “Moon Child: The Roots and Wings of a U.S. Air Force Combat Special Missions Aviator”, is available on Amazon and traitmarkermedia.com. 🎧 Tune in, subscribe, and share this episode with someone who needs to hear the truth behind sacrifice, survival, and resilience. Follow Ryan “Birdman” Parrott: Instagram.com/frogmanfridayshow | Facebook.com/frogmanfridayshow | Threads.com/frogmanfridayshow | x.com/FrogFridayShow Brought to you by Transcend – Optimize your health with peptide and hormone therapy at transcendcompany.com/birdman.

    45 min

  7. 09/19/2025

    EP 106: Staz – SBS Veteran, ThruDark Co-Founder, Mission Everest

    In this episode of Frogman Friday, Ryan “Birdman” Parrott sits down with Anthony “Staz” Stazicker, British SBS veteran, co-founder of ThruDark, and author of The Hard Road Will Take You Home. Staz opens up about his 13-year career in the Royal Marines and SBS, the challenges of transition, and how he turned lessons from special operations into building one of the fastest-growing performance brands in the world. He also breaks down Mission Everest—the audacious expedition that saw him and his team summit and return from Mount Everest in under seven days—all while raising money for veteran and children’s charities. From service to entrepreneurship, fatherhood to endurance, this is an inside look at what it means to “endeavor through adversity.”

    1h 14m

  8. 09/12/2025

    EP 105: Joey Nobody – Storytime from the Wild Side of Tattooing and Brotherhood

    Joey Nobody returns to Frogman Friday with raw, unfiltered stories from decades in the tattoo world. From his early days hustling in New York to becoming one of the most sought-after artists for military units and operators, Joey shares the chaos, danger, and creativity that shaped his life. In this episode, he and Ryan “Birdman” Parrott dive into the wild west of tattoo culture, SEAL community ink, iconic designs, and the healing power of art. Follow Joey at Warpaint Actual on Facebook and Instagram or visit warpaintactual.com. Connect with Ryan "Birdman" Parrott: Instagram.com/frogmanfridayshow Facebook.com/frogmanfridayshow Threads.com/frogmanfridayshow x.com/FrogFridayShow Sponsored by Transcend: Optimize your health with the best peptide and hormone therapy. Visit transcendcompany.com/birdman to start your wellness transformation.

    1h 15m
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Welcome to The Frogman Friday Show where we introduce you to retired and former Special Operators who are now forming businesses, creating non-profits, authoring books, starring in movies, professionally speaking and many other creative ideas. These guests have devoted their lives to the betterment of their country over their careers and have taking a long sabbatical from their own ideas and this is why The Frogman Friday Show was created. Bridging the gap between the Special Operator and the current civilian marketplace. Enjoy The Frogman Friday Show ------- Hosted by former Navy SEAL,

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  • Creator
    The Frogman Friday Show
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2026
  • Episodes
    113
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © The Frogman Friday Show
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