The Hotwash by Born Primitive Tactical

The Hotwash by Born Primitive Tactical
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In The HOTWASH by Born Primitive Tactical, Bruno Fallon, a 40-year veteran of U.S. Special Operations, explores what separates elite operators from the rest—mindset. With no filters, Bruno and his guests—leaders from special ops, industry, coaching, and athletics—share the philosophies, resilience, and leadership principles that push boundaries and redefine success. This podcast uncovers the experiences that transform ordinary people into legends and teaches the mindset that drives the toughest leaders.
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The podcast focuses on the elite mindset, resilience, leadership principles, and personal experiences of guests from various fields. For example, episodes explore overcoming challenges with guests like Special Forces veterans discussing their military background, athletes like Derek Wolfe reflecting on their competitive drive in the NFL, and personal stories of recovery and strength, such as Kyle Morgan and Blake Cook's journey from military service to life beyond.

In The HOTWASH by Born Primitive Tactical, Bruno Fallon, a 40-year veteran of U.S. Special Operations, explores what separates elite operators from the rest—mindset. With no filters, Bruno and his guests—leaders from special ops, industry, coaching, and athletics—share the philosophies, resilience, and leadership principles that push boundaries and redefine success. This podcast uncovers the experiences that transform ordinary people into legends and teaches the mindset that drives the toughest leaders.
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On this episode of The HOTWASH by Born Primitive Tactical hosted by Bruno Fallon, Dr. Chris Frueh delves into his work on “operator syndrome,” a term he helped define to describe the complex physical, psychological, and emotional toll experienced by military special operators. He shares how his journey began through clinical work with veterans, eventually leading him to research and advocate for greater awareness of the unique challenges this community faces. A key focus of the conversation is the concept of allostatic load—the cumulative stress on the body and brain from years of high-intensity operations—which Frueh explains as a major contributor to the health struggles many operators face. He emphasizes the importance of proactive healthcare, urging Bruno’s generation of veterans to get evaluated, seek out comprehensive care, and recognize that addressing these issues isn’t a sign of weakness but a necessary step toward long-term wellness.
To learn more about Chris and Operator Syndrome check out: https://chrisfrueh.com/
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