In this episode of After Dark, I headed to Georgia to meet with Fred Baker out of Counting Coup Tactical. A mystery man of sorts, joined me in discussing his perspective on a wide range of topics from mental health to personal growth, military experiences, family dynamics, collaboration, and the importance of effective communication and comprehensive training. We had ourselves a couple of beers and got right into our discussion. Episode Sponsor:BioProtein Technology: https://bioproteintech.com/For $30 off your order use code "IRONSIGHTS" at checkout.BioPro+ can potentially help to improve balance hormones, increase sex drive, improves insulin sensitivity, and produce increases of mitochondria and nucleic acids to create a total system modulator. BioPro+ regulates, rebuilds, and regenerates at the cellular level to help you look, feel, and perform your best.Fred Baker IG: counting_coup_tacticalTimestamps0:00 Intro04:00 Fred Baker from Counting Coup Tactical06:07 Impact of Quietness on Mental Health16:51 Reflection on Military Service and Parenting22:06 Mental and Psychological Awareness38:04 Transitioning Out of the Military41:50 "Operator Syndrome and Need for Awareness"45:39 Testosterone Use in Military Operators49:48 The Benefits of Testosterone Therapy and Psychedelic Journeys56:54 Family1:01:59 Ayahuasca Experiences1:19:25 Exploring Our Capabilities and Purpose on the Planet1:25:20 Fred and Mike's Training Program1:32:49 Collaboration of Military and Civilian Expertise1:36:00 Long Range Shooting1:45:44 Communicating Effectively in the Digital Age1:51:46 Special Operators and the Need for Comprehensive TrainingRed Dot Fitness Training Programs:https://www.rdftrainonline.comOnline Membership (Full Access To All Programs & Virtual Coaching):https://www.reddotfitness.net/online-membershipVirtual Coaching:https://www.reddotfitness.net/virtual-coachingSelf-Guided Programs:https://www.reddotfitness.net/Self-Guided-Programs1Connect With Us:Website - https://ironsightspodcast.com/Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/ironsightspodcast/Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/ironsightspodcast/More Iron Sights Interviews:Triple Feed: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VMTc7AE0KaQ&t=384sKayley Gunner: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nfGqHxCv7Vc&t=522sMike Salemi: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Jq-Nj6M0EBI&t=335sAdam Schafer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BiyrdWdO1y8&t=8sSal Di Stefano: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JBdKdSjQ0BM&t=4425sJason Khalipa: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YTiq-sID-EMByron Rodgers: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XrtEyuVNNpwDonnie Oliver: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cKY1_TLKHlIChris Cheng: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Wr0zSGSTzKM&t=2sTraver Boehm: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r_NLdIg3zBc&t=1394s