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In this episode Matt talks with Tom Rizzo, a Street Cop Training instructor and 20-year law enforcement veteran. Tom gained valuable knowledge serving on patrol, crime suppression units, and as academy and department instructor. Tom has also been an adjunct professor with new jersey university and Rutgers school of public affairs and administration. He’s the author of the book “COPIKAZE” and currently serves as the investigations division commander as a captain.   Tom RizzoInstagram: @tomrizzo70https://www.thomasrizzo.com/https://streetcoptraining.com/The OpTempo Training Group website for an updated list of classes:https://optempotraining.com/@optempotraining on Instagram and FacebookFind us on Youtube at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4kBpYUjDdve9BULTHRF2Bw/featured?view_as=subscriber Lowa BootsIG: @lowa.professional and @lowabootshttps://www.lowaboots.com/

In this episode Matt talks with Jeff Chang, a Police sniper subject matter expert. Jeff is a U.S. Marine Corps Veteran who deployed to two wars as a scout sniper and a private contractor. Jeff also spent the last 12 years on a major metropolitan SWAT team, finishing his time as the sniper team leader. Listen in as Jeff shares his story about being a sniper and going from military to law enforcement service, with all the lessons learned.  Standing OffhandInstagram & Facebook: @standing_offhandhttps://www.standingoffhand.com/The OpTempo Training Group website for an updated list of classes:https://optempotraining.com/@optempotraining on Instagram and FacebookFind us on Youtube at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4kBpYUjDdve9BULTHRF2Bw/featured?view_as=subscriber Lowa BootsIG: @lowa.professional and @lowabootshttps://www.lowaboots.com/

On this episode Matt talks with Nick Thayer, the marketing manager of The Tactical Games. Nick is a United States Coast Guard Veteran who spent 10 years in the defense contracting industry after RELAD. He later became a CrossFit coach, photographer, and ultimately competed in The Tactical Games.Listen in as Nick and Matt discuss the background, history, and details of the Tactical Games. Matt and the OpTempo team competed at a recent Tactical Games and saw first hand how fun these events are. We highly encourage you to check out their calendar of events. Link below! The Tactical Games Instagram & Facebook: @thetacticalgameshttps://www.thetacticalgames.com/Podcast: The OpTempo Training Group website for an updated list of classes:https://optempotraining.com/@optempotraining on Instagram and FacebookFind us on Youtube at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4kBpYUjDdve9BULTHRF2Bw/featured?view_as=subscriber Lowa BootsIG: @lowa.professional and @lowabootshttps://www.lowaboots.com/

On this episode Matt talks with the President and CEO of Arc of Justice USA, Maj (Ret.) Will Ostan. He served over 12 years in the U.S. Army  as a JAG attorney, completing combat deployments with the 10th Mountain Division, 7th Special Forces Group, and Navy SEAL Team 5. In 2019 Will launched Arc of Justice, Advocates of Wounded Warriors. Their mission is to reforming the military's medical separation process via a Wounded Warrior Bill of Rights (WWBoR).  Listen to Will's military journey and why a WWBoR is so vital.  We highly encourage supporting this non-profit organization with a donation on their website.Please email your Congress person and ask them to Contact Maj Ostan regarding WWBoR HR 6043.  ARC OF JUSTICEInstagram & Facebook: @arcofjusticeusahttps://arcofjusticeusa.org/Forthcoming Podcast: Fight in the ShadeLeadership consulting: @dienekesactiongroupThe OpTempo Training Group website for an updated list of classes:https://optempotraining.com/@optempotraining on Instagram and FacebookFind us on Youtube at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4kBpYUjDdve9BULTHRF2Bw/featured?view_as=subscriber Lowa BootsIG: @lowa.professional and @lowabootshttps://www.lowaboots.com/

On this episode Matt talks with one of the nation’s leading human trafficker hunters, Kara Smith. She spent 12 years working in intelligence analysis in support of anti-terrorism. Starting her career in the air force, and then moving on to the NSA and FBI, she has taken those skills and now uses them to combat human trafficking with Deliverfund. Kara shares detailed information on the widespread human trafficking problem, and how criminals are preying upon our children, friends, and neighbors. You'll be amazed at how prevalent this truly is. We highly encourage supporting this non-profit organization with a donation on their website.Deliver FundIG: @DeliverFund  @kara_the_huntresshttps://www.deliverfund.org/ARC OF JUSTICEIG: @arcofjusticeusa https://arcofjusticeusa.org/Lowa BootsIG: @lowa.professional and @lowabootshttps://www.lowaboots.com/The OpTempo Training Group website for an updated list of classes:https://optempotraining.com/@optempotraining on Instagram and FacebookFind us on Youtube at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4kBpYUjDdve9BULTHRF2Bw/featured?view_as=subscriber

Taylor McCubbin is the CEO and co-founder of ChimeraXR. He is a 15 year veteran of the Canadian military. He worked as a full time firearms instructor at the largest air base in Canada and developed the first firearms and tactical simulation program for the air force. He later went on to work for Meggitt Training systems, the world’s largest firearms simulation manufacturer. A few years later he and a partner launched ChimeraXR and are now at the cutting edge of virtual reality training. ChimeraXR Mythos is a virtual reality training system which gives you the power to quickly simulate application of tactics in a modern, easy to use immersive environment. The immersive training experience will have you and your students training in minutes anywhere your agency is located. Quick to setup and easy to use, anyone can build and edit the drills and scenarios required for training.   ChimeraXR:https://chimeraxr.myshopify.com/Instagram & Facebook:@chimeraxrLowa Boots: https://www.lowaboots.com/Instagram: @lowa.professional and @lowabootsThe OpTempo Training Group website for an updated list of classes:https://optempotraining.com/@optempotraining on Instagram and FacebookFind us on Youtube at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4kBpYUjDdve9BULTHRF2Bw/featured?view_as=subscriber

Sergeant Kenny Williams is one of the country’s leading experts in criminal vehicle interdiction. Sergeant Williams began his career in 2007, and currently works as a full time K9 interdiction officer. Williams has been personally responsible for the seizure of over 4 million dollars cash, several hundred pounds of illicit narcotics, and well over a ton of Marijuana. Williams has received countless awards for his work from numerous organizations and has established a national reputation. Williams is a fully certified EPIC and DIAP instructor.Street Cop Training:https://streetcoptraining.com/Instagram: @streetcoptrainingLowa Boots: https://www.lowaboots.com/Instagram: @lowa.professional and @lowabootsThe OpTempo Training Group website for an updated list of classes:https://optempotraining.com/@optempotraining on Instagram and FacebookFind us on Youtube at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4kBpYUjDdve9BULTHRF2Bw/featured?view_as=subscriber

Dr Justin Smith is a research Psychologist who has done groundbreaking work in the area of stress and anxiety in tactical applications. Justin performed PhD  work in decision-making under life and death circumstances and how it relates to stress. His findings apply to Law Enforcement, Military, and high level Athletes. Tactical Neuroscience:https://tacticalneuro.com/Instagram: @tacticalneuroscienceDelivefund: https://deliverfund.org/The OpTempo Training Group website for an updated list of classes:https://optempotraining.com/@optempotraining on Instagram and FacebookFind us on Youtube at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4kBpYUjDdve9BULTHRF2Bw/featured?view_as=subscriber

Scott is an adventure driver and consultant who has worked on various specialty-vehicle projects for auto manufacturers, aftermarket companies, and television producers such as Top Gear. He is a passionate photographer and writer with international credits, the only American to have won the esteemed Outback Challenge, Morocco, and a Tread Lightly Master Trainer. Business ventures during the past decade include the Overland Society, Expeditions West, Expedition Portal, and Overland Journal. He has traveled through over 60 countries and across every continent. His most current project, Expeditions 7, is a round-the-world overland odyssey in two 78 Series Toyota Land Cruisers. After reaching the end of the road, he enjoys canyoneering, climbing, and mountain biking. Scott lives in Prescott, Arizona.Overland Journal:https://overlandjournal.com/Expedition Portal:https://expeditionportal.com/Expeditions 7:http://www.expeditions7.com/homeTraining Resources:Overland Expo: https://www.overlandexpo.com/7P International: https://7p.io/training/Team O'Neil Rally School: https://teamoneil.com/Sync Vans:https://www.syncvans.com/The OpTempo Training Group website for an updated list of classes:https://optempotraining.com/@optempotraining on Instagram and FacebookFind us on Youtube at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4kBpYUjDdve9BULTHRF2Bw/featured?view_as=subscriber

In this episode Matt shares his experience at the Direct Action Resource Center. Listen in on tips for how to prepare, what to expect, and overall take-aways from the course. Matt aso covers his personal gear list used for the course. Direct Action Resource CenterIG: @DARC1Website:https://darc-usa.squarespace.com/Links for gear used at DARC:First Tactical Defenders: use discount code "optempo25" https://www.firsttactical.com/products/mens-defender-pants-od-greenLWRC IC carbine: https://www.lwrci.com/IC-Enhanced-556_p_252.htmlLowa Zephyr boots: https://www.lowaboots.com/mens/task-force-tactical/zephyr-mid-tf-desertPoint blank SRV vest: https://www.pointblankenterprises.com/paraclete/srv.htmlThe OpTempo Training Group website for an updated list of classes:https://optempotraining.com/@optempotraining on Instagram and FacebookFind us on Youtube at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4kBpYUjDdve9BULTHRF2Bw/featured?view_as=subscriber

In this episode Matt talks with legendary self-defense coach Tony Blauer on the science of a fight and violence. Join them for a discussion on physiological response, stress inoculation, and being a better trainer. Tony dives deep into fear management and Police defensive tactics training during  this eye opening conversation! Free e-book "Get to know Fear" : https://getknowfear.com/ebookTony BlauerIG: @tonyblauer@spear.systemWebsites:https://www.blauertrainingsystems.comhttps://blauerspear.com/Training Calendar: https://blauerspear.com/spear-training-calendarThe OpTempo Training Group website for an updated list of classes:https://optempotraining.com/@optempotraining on Instagram and FacebookFind us on Youtube at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4kBpYUjDdve9BULTHRF2Bw/featured?view_as=subscriber

Join us as we talk with Mike Nguyen about his intense account of his Officer-involved shooting that nearly killed him. We discuss that fateful day that changed his life forever, his road to recovery, and the resilient mindset that brought him back to full duty! The OpTempo Training Group website for an updated list of classes:https://optempotraining.com/@optempotraining on Instagram and FacebookFind us on Youtube at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4kBpYUjDdve9BULTHRF2Bw/featured?view_as=subscriber

Listen and learn about the dark world of human trafficking from senior targeting analyst Shane Erikson of the non-profit Deliver Fund. We take a look at the modern methods criminals of human trafficking are using to prey upon our children, friends, and neighbors. You'll be amazed at how prevalent this truly is. We highly encourage supporting this organization with a donation on their website. Deliver FundIG: @DeliverFundhttps://www.deliverfund.org/The OpTempo Training Group website for an updated list of classes:https://optempotraining.com/@optempotraining on Instagram and FacebookFind us on Youtube at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4kBpYUjDdve9BULTHRF2Bw/featured?view_as=subscriber

In this episode we welcome Pete Roberts, founder of Origin USA. Join us as we talk Jiu-Jitsu, American manufacturing, and Pete's entrepreneurial journey. Listen how Pete went from a backyard workshop to a multi-location manufacturing company, picking up Jocko Willink as a business partner along the way.  Pete RobertsIG: @pete.m.robertsORIGINhttps://originmaine.com/IG: @originusaThe OpTempo Training Group website for an updated list of classes:https://optempotraining.com/@optempotraining on Instagram and FacebookFind us on Youtube at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4kBpYUjDdve9BULTHRF2Bw/featured?view_as=subscriber

Join me for a great conversation with former Army Ranger and current SWAT COP, Trung Nguyen. Listen to Trung's story about growing up on the rough streets of Chicago as an immigrant and how he made his way to the U.S. Army and ultimately to the 275 Rangers. Trung also talks about life in law enforcement and his methods and mindset for continual training and progression. We also discuss his tribute project and website, "WE GO HOME." Enjoy!Trung NguyenIG: @trungbnnguyen                      We Go Home                  https://www.neverfxckingquit.com/IG: @wegohomeThe OpTempo Training Group website for an updated list of classes:https://optempotraining.com/@optempotraining on Instagram and FacebookFind us on Youtube at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4kBpYUjDdve9BULTHRF2Bw/featured?view_as=subscriber

Matt talks forcible entry with the founders of Bear Training Solutions Vince Diliberto and Josh Cummings. From building a prototype breaching trainging door by hand to now offering indutry-leading equipment,  Bear Training Solutions is serious about their craft. Listen in as we discuss breaching tactics, tools, and training. Bear Training SolutionsIG: @beartrainingsolutionsWebsite: https://beartrainingsolutions.comBROCOhttp://www.broco-rankin.com/tactical/Kinetic Breaching Technologyhttps://www.kineticbreaching.com Tactical Energetic Entry Systems & Symposiumhttps://energeticentry.comThe OpTempo Training Group website for an updated list of classes:https://optempotraining.com/@optempotraining on Instagram and FacebookFind us on Youtube at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4kBpYUjDdve9BULTHRF2Bw/featured?view_as=subscriber

Tony Long takes a deep dive into U.K. Police work and his impressive 30+ yr career. From a Bobby walking a beat to firearms Officer to becoming a memeber of the elite SCO19 unit, Tony shares lessons learned and differences of U.S. and U.K. Police work. Tony later went on to tell the tale of one of his Officer-involved shooting in his self-authored book "Lethal Force". Tony LongIG: @xx1xtBook: Lethal Forcehttps://www.amazon.com/Lethal-Force-Life-Controversial-Marksman/dp/1785033956/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=Tony+long&qid=1606423506&sr=8-1The OpTempo Training Group website for an updated list of classes:https://optempotraining.com/@optempotraining on Instagram and FacebookFind us on Youtube at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4kBpYUjDdve9BULTHRF2Bw/featured?view_as=subscriber

Join Matt for his conversation with Neil Hudspeth, a 20-year Army Veteran with 14 years in Special Operations and multiple combat deployments. Neil shares his experiences as a Bradley driver, Special Forces K9 handler, Special Forces Sniper, and ultimately a sniper instructor.  The OpTempo Training Group website for an updated list of classes:https://optempotraining.com/@optempotraining on Instagram and FacebookFind us on Youtube at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4kBpYUjDdve9BULTHRF2Bw/featured?view_as=subscriberPlease subscribe to our podcast and follow us on social media for up to date information in the tactical and adventure world. 

Matt and one of the OPTEMPO instructors, Vince, sit down and talk about the current climate of Law Enforcement from the perspective of current Patrol Officers. The topics include the Officer hiring process, vetting, and training. This will be an on-going series with episodes discussing other areas of Law Enforcement.     The OpTempo Training Group website for an updated list of classes:https://optempotraining.com/@optempotraining on Instagram and FacebookFind us on Youtube at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4kBpYUjDdve9BULTHRF2Bw/featured?view_as=subscriberPlease subscribe to our podcast and follow us on social media for up to date information in the tactical and adventure world. 

Matt tracks down the elusive and busy Kurt to find out what he's been up to since his time with Fieldcraft Survival. Kurt is a 18-year Army Veteran with 10 years in Special Operations and multiple combat deployments. Matt and Kurt have an in-depth conversation about the current state of the country, the military, building an overland rig, and training philosophies. The OpTempo Training Group website for an updated list of classes:https://optempotraining.com/Kurt H. IG: kurt_thatteamdude Redcon 1: https://redcon1.comElite Landcruisers:https://www.elitelandcruisers.com/land-cruiser-40-series@optempotraining on Instagram and FacebookFind us on Youtube at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4kBpYUjDdve9BULTHRF2Bw/featured?view_as=subscriberPlease subscribe to our podcast and follow us on social media for up to date information in the tactical and adventure world.