TARGETED Podcast

What does it take to become a champion in martial arts, business, and life?

In this episode of Targeted Podcast, host Atlas Aultman sits down with Arizona martial arts legend Jay Pages to discuss MMA, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, wrestling, coaching, self-defense, entrepreneurship, and the mindset required to succeed under pressure. Jay shares his journey from early martial arts training and the rise of the UFC to becoming a respected coach who has developed elite competitors and champions. He explains why wrestling is the best foundation for MMA, how athletes overcome fear, the realities of self-defense, and why experience is the ultimate teacher.

Topics include: MMA fundamentals Wrestling vs Jiu-Jitsu Self-defense strategies Competition mindset Fear and confidence Coaching elite athletes Building successful martial arts academies UFC evolution Leadership through sports Arizona martial arts scene

If you're interested in MMA, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, wrestling, self-improvement, leadership, or becoming mentally tougher, this episode is packed with practical lessons.

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Chapters

00:00 Show teaser

00:36 Introduction and overview of guest, Jay Pages

01:15 How Martial Arts Started

02:40 The Early UFC Era

03:30 First MMA Fight Experience

04:10 Why Wrestling Wins in MMA

05:45 How to Prepare for Competition

06:20 Managing Fear and Pressure

07:50 Self-Defense That Actually Works

08:10 Why Choking Is More Effective Than Striking

09:40 From Fighter to Coach

13:30 Building Champions

17:30 Developing Elite Competitors

20:00 Final Lessons on Success and Growth

21:03 Outro Part 1 of Jay Pages / Advertisements

 

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What separates champions from everyone else?

After decades of leadership experience in 30 countries, 3 decades of military service, working in the White House, and interviewing world champions, bestselling authors, elite athletes, military leaders, entrepreneurs, and high performers on the Targeted Podcast, Atlas Aultman shares three of the most common success principles found in nearly every champion.

In this episode you'll learn:

✅ Why most people quit right before success ✅ The power of self-belief and authentic confidence ✅ Why discipline beats talent over time ✅ How to find your personal "ground truth" ✅ Lessons from elite performers, entrepreneurs, athletes, and military leaders ✅ How resilience creates long-term success

Success leaves clues.

Whether you're building a business, pursuing a goal, improving your leadership, or rebuilding after setbacks, these champion lessons can help you move forward. Quotes for this episode include Michael Jordan, Atlas Aultman, Don Frye, Warren Buffett, Mark King, Badger Asher, Bruce Lee, Michael Brooks, Jay Z, Morgan Lerrette, General Patton, David Chocachi, and Sean Kanan.

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🎙 Host: Atlas Aultman / STUDIO: S. Studio in Hollywood, California

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Why do some people keep going when life gets hard while others quit?

In this powerful follow-up conversation, Atlas Aultman sits down with actor, athlete, rescuer, and Baywatch legend David Chokachi to explore resilience, suffering, discipline, masculinity, service, purpose, fitness, and what it really takes to overcome life's darkest moments.

David shares lessons from recovering from devastating injuries, battling depression, embracing the Finnish concept of “Sisu,” serving others through animal rescue, and developing the mindset that allows people to push through when everything inside them wants to quit.

Topics include:

Mental toughness

Discipline vs motivation

Sisu and resilience

Fitness for life

Service to others

Masculinity and capability

Depression recovery

Building mental strength

Baywatch stories

Personal growth

Early morning routines

Leadership through adversity

Why men need purpose

How suffering creates strength

 

This episode is packed with practical wisdom for men looking to become stronger, more capable, and more resilient in every area of life. 📍

Recorded for Targeted Podcast in Hollywood, California by Slap Studios.

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Transcript source / time stamps:

00:00 – The Chills Moment

00:06 - Introduction

00:34 – Depression & Personal Darkness

02:12 – Why Suffering Creates Growth

05:44 – The Difference Between Motivation & Discipline

07:55 – What Breaks Most People First?

08:30 – Why Modern Men Quit Too Soon

10:40 – Learning Through Adversity

12:20 – Childhood Lessons & Belonging

13:05 – The Finnish Concept of Sisu

14:18 – Family Heritage & Warrior Culture

15:50 – How Cold Exposure Builds Resilience

16:33 – Fitness Habits That Actually Matter

19:18 – Why Phones Are Killing Gym Performance

21:45 – Surfing, Yoga & Core Strength

25:00 – Rucking & Functional Fitness

27:25 – Fire Brigade Training & Service

28:18 – David Goggins, Discipline & Endurance

32:50 – Why Men Must Be Capable

33:03 – Service Before Self

33:17 - Viral Social Media content discussion

35:45 – Final Advice for Young Men

36:20 – Closing Thoughts

LINKS:

Wings of Rescue - https://www.wingsofrescue.org/

Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/therealdavidchokachi

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#DavidChokachi #Baywatch #TargetedPodcast #MentalHealth #Discipline #ColdPlunge #SelfImprovement #MensMentalHealth #AtlasAultman #resilience This episode has strong advertiser-friendly characteristics in:

✅ Mental health and recovery

✅ Fitness and wellness

✅ Personal development

✅ Celebrity recognition through Baywatch

✅ Men's self-improvement

✅ Inspirational storytelling

 

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No matter what your choices - aim for excellence and STAY ON TARGET.

What happens when a devastating injury strips away your identity?

In this powerful episode of Targeted Podcast, Atlas Aultman sits down with actor, athlete, lifeguard, public servant and animal rescue advocate David Chokachi for a raw conversation about discipline, suffering, recovery, mental health, resilience, purpose, fitness, Baywatch, and rebuilding yourself after hitting rock bottom.

David shares untold stories from the global phenomenon Baywatch, his work rescuing animals through Wings of Rescue, his devastating Achilles injury, and the depression that followed — before discovering a new mindset through cold plunges, discipline, sunrise routines, fitness, and “stacking micro wins.”

 

This episode dives deep into:

Baywatch behind-the-scenes stories

Mental health & depression recovery

Discipline vs motivation

Cold plunges & recovery

Fitness & longevity

Animal rescue missions

Masculinity & resilience

Building better habits

Early morning routines Injury recovery

Breathwork & nature

Hollywood pressure

Purpose after suffering

If you’re a man trying to rebuild yourself, improve your mindset, develop discipline, overcome setbacks, or become mentally stronger, this conversation will hit hard. 📍

Recorded in Hollywood / West Hollywood Studio

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LINKS:

Wings of Rescue - https://www.wingsofrescue.org/

Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/therealdavidchokachi

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YOUTUBE CHAPTERS IF YOU'D LIKE TO WATCH

00:00 – Intro

00:21 – Meeting David Chokachi

01:28 – Rescue Missions & Saving Dogs

01:50 – Flying Rescue Missions Across America

02:08 – Animal Rescue During Natural Disasters

02:15 - What Wings of Rescue work is like

04:49 – Joining Wings of Rescue

08:23 – Returning to Baywatch

09:52 – Behind the Scenes of Baywatch

10:58 – The Most Watched Show in the World (Baywatch)

13:00 - What happens after the show

13:43 – Fitness, Discipline & Longevity

17:42 – Why Motivation Isn’t Enough

18:00 - Talking knots and tying knots and the survival benefits

19:07 - David Chokachi's injury and how he overcame it

19:35 – Stacking Micro Wins

21:02 – Learning Through Suffering

21:20 – Achilles Injury & Depression

22:35 - Talking to doctors about fixing his Achilles - 6 weeks of brutal rehab

23:35 - First time in deep depression mode

24:32 – Recovery Through Cold Plunges

24:52 – Building New Habits

25:15 – Nature, Sunrise & Mental Health

26:07 – Becoming Stronger Through Adversity

27:27 – Wounds into wisdom, a discussion in reality

27:57 - Final Thoughts & Outro

 

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Every watch/listen helps us grow, reach more champions, and bring you powerful life and mindset lessons from men who've won already.

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No matter what your choices - aim for excellence and STAY ON TARGET.

What was it REALLY like working as a contractor during the Iraq War?

In this explosive episode of Targeted Podcast, Atlas Aultman sits down with Air Force veteran, former intelligence specialist, and former Blackwater contractor Morgan Lerette for an unfiltered conversation about intelligence operations, Iraq, Blackwater, surveillance technology, firearms training, military life, veteran struggles, storytelling, masculinity, and preserving war stories for future generations. Morgan shares firsthand experiences supporting missions, conducting sensitive location exploitation, surviving combat environments, working in intelligence, and what modern surveillance and AI are capable of today.

This episode also dives deep into:

Blackwater stories Iraq War experiences Military intelligence operations SIGINT & surveillance AI and privacy concerns Firearms training Tactical shooting Veteran life after war Brotherhood & legacy Why veterans should write books Marriage & masculinity Preserving military stories Combat mindset Warrior culture If you enjoy conversations about leadership, combat experience, military history, tactical culture, firearms, veteran success stories, and modern masculinity, this episode is for you.

📍Recorded in the World War Studio in Arizona

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CHAPTERS

00:00 - Prelude

00:15 – Intro

00:40 – Former Blackwater Contractor Joins the Show

01:04 – Government Surveillance & AI Tracking

02:47 – Intelligence Operations Explained

03:49 – Site data exploitation in Iraq

04:13 – How throwing your phone into the ocean will kill all data on the device

04:37 – Privacy vs Modern Technology

04:53 – Lessons From Blackwater & Contracting

05:07 - "You don't have to blaze new trails" - Morgan Lerette

06:29 – Why Veterans Need Brotherhood "Get your war stories out of the way early" - Morgan Lerette - Chasing the Dragon

07:19 – Advice For Young Veterans

07:30 - "Start Writing" - Morgan Lerette / Why You Should Write Your Story Down 07:42 – Preserving Military History For Family

08:30 – World War II & Vietnam Reflections

11:31 – Gun Culture & Training

12:32 - Hard stance on not allowing crimes with

12:50 - What would you as a military contractor suggest (@glock)

14:38 – Tactical Shooting Advice

13:09– Gear Mistakes Most People Make

16:30 – The Importance of Real Training

19:20 – Marriage Advice After War

21:23 – Final Thoughts & Veteran Brotherhood

22:32 - Ginger Beard Flag presentation from Atlas Aultman

23:43 - Outro and offers

 

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This isn't just another podcast, it's REAL-LIFE lessons for our growing community. Join us, or be left out. No matter what your choices - aim for excellence and STAY ON TARGET.