Cleared Hot Episode 200 - Micah Fink 

I can't believe how good this episode was. I listen to a the usual suspects. Everyday. I've never made a comment. Never felt the need to. And, there's been some incredible ones in these podcast circuits. However, this one touched my soul. On a real level. Unlike any other before. Absolutely fascinating. While simultaneously hilarious at some moments. Thank you so much for this guys!! I've sent this to a several close friends and family members. I came home from work and told my wife about it. Just incredible!

2018 class 3 H&H graduate here. Changed my life, I still draw from my experiences in the back country today.. it’s true! In the end I realized that everything I was looking for was already inside me … I realized that I was the one creating my own prison. Thank you Micah and team for putting me in a process to take the key and unlock my cell. Present day I’m a loving father, I volunteer in the community and I’m a business owner. Living life on my terms and following my purpose. Before H&H I could barely hold a job because of the reality I created. Thank you to all who support the program.. God Bless and TreatEmRough

“The definition of wisdom is remembering the experiences- not forgetting- but without the emotional charge” -Micah Fink

0:00- Athletic Greens 1:30- Babbel 2:50- TenThousandCC 4:20- BetterHelp 5:50- Intro to Micah 6:30- Start 7:00- Micah's 80s operator mustache 7:40- Heroes and Horses explained and veteran suic*de, perpetual patients 13:10- "I'm a vet" as identity, being a vet is all they are 17:00- Heroes and Horses more in depth 19:00- Diet and mood 22:00- Chasing money and why its a bad idea, priorities matter 24:30- The portland Rolls Royces netflix doc 27:20- Politics- the parties are the same thing 29:30- How do you take a kid in small town Iowa who's never fought and 27 weeks later he's lethal? 31:00- Micah was at the ground zero of 9/11, growing up in the The Catskills of NYS 31:50- Story of getting hit hard and concussion in boxing, going thru 18D Medical course at Bragg 34:00- Micah's childhood, boxing, being a telephone lineman, being with dudes shooting up hero*n in the spot he slept in in NYC 36:40- Micah's 9/11 memory, going into ground zero for no reason with no plan lol 44:00- "I'm going to fucking kill whoever did this". 44:00- Going to the recruiter and getting a SEAL contract 47:00- The scene on 9/11 at ground zero, utter chaos, when he eventually left GZ, and finding the police officer 49:00- Rogue Warrior "smoking, drinking, fighting" lmao, the only thing in BUDS he had going for him was he was tough 50:30- Andy's thoughts on toughness vs talent as a BUDS instructor.. the toughness will get you to the finish line. nothing else will. 52:00- Micah's thoughts on BUDS, self selection course, you have to face yourself 53:20- Micah was class 254 (with Chad Williams!), and Rick Smithers 54:00- He was SDV and Andy would tell the students to kys instead of go SDV lmao, and explaination on SDV 55:00- Being a part of history that will never be disclosed 56:40- Sweat lodge on his ranch in the heroes and horses program and SDV training, what SDV is like on the sub 1:01:20- Every dead buffalo is a dead indian, and the General he is reffering to is Richard Henry Pratt, mass graves in Canadian 1:04:00- Veterans and coming home and keeping them on the medication and psych meds 1:14:00- Why some vets are able to escape being addicted 1:17:40- Suffering leads to happiness. the things you work the hardest for lead to the most gratification. 1:23:00- When he changed to thinking like this 1:27:00- Free will 1:37:00- How he views his military and CIA service now 1:38:40- With Slablinksi, tried to screen for Development Group and they wouldn't let him go, went to TRADET and became disillusioned, got out 1:39:00- Why he went into CIA contracting, and his amazon canoe trip, disillusionment with the CIA/government 1:46:00- Governments and US infrastructure collapse, wars by the government 1:50:00- Commitment to the nation, superficial life, I would buy another goat with 15 million dollars lmao 1:54:00- Freedom explained by Micah and fear of death 1:58:00- "My goal is to reach the end of the ride of life, and my body is the most fucked up, beat up, spent vehicle you could imagine." Team guy stephen hawking lmao 1:59:00- Boundless by Ben Greenfield and his biohacking research 2:00:20- He does not like self driving cars 2:00:20- Obesity in America, golden corral at Bragg story, Bill Burr's views on fat people, sugar is an addiction 2:03:10- Everyone needs to go shopping clip, american consumerism 2:04:10- Food shortages are coming 2:11:30- Heroes and Horses- how it got started, mans search for meaning and the obstacle is the way, reintegrating veterans, seeing personality changes in the program 2:27:30- BUDS students would quit on day 1, and Andy wanted to know what they thought they were getting into 2:28:00- Sparring with horses and more on his veteran program 2:36:00- Meeting Lamar Odom 2:38:00- Supporting him and where to find him 2:40:40- Dickbroom horse name, East Coast Dickbrooms, two is one one is none saying in the teams.. slow is smooth smooth is fast etc

Definitely listened to the episode twice. Amazing conversation. This guy is a true American Hero.

I think this guy just changed my life. 1 year after getting out, everything he said just clicked

Jesus. That was one of the most vivid descriptions of the 9/11 aftermath I’ve ever heard.

This dude is the most funniest and serious guy you have ever had on the show fucking hilarious bro

Now I REALLY want to know what the SDV mission that had a 7 month prep for was and the Award during CIA. Great podcast

tremendous! I wonder what a conversation between Micah and Duncan Trussel would be like.

Extraordinary guy. May God bless you Micah, and all those like you.

I’m 24 minutes in and I can already tell this is gonna be one of the better guests we get to listen to on this podcast, stoked 💯👍

I've been waiting for Micah to show up for a long time! Thank you for bringing him on!

Sometimes people just talk and you understand them better than others. That's how I felt listening to Micah. Thanks for having him on!

feel like every overweight depressed middle age male needs to hear this podcast. jocko may have a bigger audience, but Andy's got him covered on content. congrats on your upcoming life changing event with your female friend 👏 🙌 keep up the good work

Listened twice. This episode rocks! Very powerful and will fire this off to a bunch of folks. Thank you Andy and Micah. ✌

Possibly the best episode ever. Definitely one of the most important conversations one could have.

Best part of Monday, Cleared Hot!

This was an amazing podcast. Micah has amazing insight and made some unpopular statements that people definitely need to hear. Our country lost its values years ago and only now becoming evident. It’s time to put down our cellphones and do something before it’s too late. Thanks for having him on. Time to stop trying to “save” other nations and focus on saving this one.

Thank you. Love what Micah and his organization are doing!!!

I’m 12 minutes in, and I already love this dude. May God bless you, and all those like you, Micah.

Best Cleared Hot podcast ever!!! THANK YOU

By far one of the best podcasts Andy has ever done and he has had so many amazing people on his podcast. So many solid anecdotes that came out of this podcast

This was great! Thanks to Andy and Micah.

Outstanding individual. Thanks for having him on the show.

The first 15 minutes, alone, is great. Spot on. Cheers, Guys!

Easily bring him back but not right after a 41-day spiritual day journey rehabilitating Vets with extreme PTSD, love people like this guy, game-changer type human

I took a lot away from this podcast, really interesting way of looking at stuff that absolutely challenges the soul BUT without judgment

"I'm a demolition crew" "BRING IT IN!" legend.

This guy's name sounds like he'd be an accountant in Star Wars

The best thing you’ll ever listen to on a Monday…..Cleared Hot! 💯

Absolutely best one to date. His mindset is amazing and so spot on!

I'm actually going to listen through this one again.. Just challenging in so many ways

If you only listen to one podcast in your lifetime it should be this one. Grit, humility and humor all in one.

This is got to be one of the wisest men I've ever listened to.

Watched his program...500 miles...today. excellent. Very admirable program.

Great thumbnail photo! Wish I could join this man on the ranch but I probably don’t qualify. Didn’t do much. At the time I was wounded I had went over to Guard as I had become a cop trying to stay around more to make my wife happy-yeah, ask me how that went? Anyway-good stuff as always Andy! Thank you for the upload!

What an inspirational dude, funny as hell too! Cheers brother 🍻

Grew up with this kid, my father was the owner of the cable tv company. He was always around pre 01 and was always the funniest guy around. Also got me into ska. Good to see him cranking it out still

Refreshing. Thanks Andy. Yet again, bringing the education.

What a great guy. Solid podcast.

Gosh I am an old sailor, and I love this guy!!

I think this is the best one yet... hopefully Micah will be returning soon enough!

I've listened to a lot of Cleared Hot and I have to say this is the best. Amazing dude with ideas and solutions. Full of honesty.

Loved it guys. Thank y’all

Wow!!! 2 hours 44 min felt like 10 min! This is one of those episodes that I’m going to be listening a few times in a row to keep extracting more and more of their perspective!

Enjoyed this one so much!! What a cool guy!

I'm going to bookmark this video and show it to friends and family when they ask in their own way, why don't I plug into the matrix.

This guy is sharing some incredible wisdom. What an interesting character. Too bad I'm not high enough to understand it all.

Morning everyone! Have great week! And congrats on the 200 Andy, you kick some serious ass dude 🙂

Andy Micah is 1 of your best guest yet. He is so chill. He sounds almost trippy.

True: most valued linear to most struggle. Death by easy….great quote! Thank you gentlemen.

Awesome ill definitely be revisiting this episode

This was badass! I appreciate and respect your journey Micah. Powerful stuff man.

Fabulous segment. Thank you, you badass gentlemen savages. Sincerely.

This dude looks like ringo from tombstone and I’m totally cool with that.

Fruitful discussion thank you both. Actually the Lakota ceremonies have not entirely been "lost" just a few a hardly performed and not open to outsiders. There are fewer Wicasca Wakan (Medicine men-approximate translation) who have the training and commitment and know the language these days. I was privileged to be part of those ceremonies in the 80s, 90s and early 2000s. Was a Sundancer (Wiwayang Wacipi) for many years with the Lakota and as part of a four year commitment with the Menominee. For more first hand knowledge contact me via message. Not all "information" is meant for everyone on these platforms.

Thank you Sirs! Shared.

Not trying to spam! I just clicked over and watched "Programmed." I can't tell you how moving it is and how much it makes sense. I saw MY (internal) wild horse....Thanks, Micah.

Absolutely one of the best conversations I've had the privilege to listen to. I got alot from this and even more to think about.

Have 5 sons that I raised alone! My husband died when my youngest was 2 yrs old! Had a grade 9 education & right off the reserve, Pine Ridge, South Dakota and Alberta Canada! My husband was a Canadian Cree! Had to go back to school to raise these boys and in those days, there was no money or resources for school so like many others, I worked 2 jobs and used student finance for a loan! Raised my boys in 1 of the toughest cities in Alberta-Medicine Hat-Rudyard Kipling said, “ Medicine Hat has all hell for a basement “ gas & oil and Lakeside packers -meat slaughtering company was the only place one could find work! Just to make a long story every son did time in the Army except my oldest-Don has a club foot and he was not allowed to serve in the forces so he joined the militia and became an off road on mechanic and a pressure B welder! We were stationed at the British Block- CFB Suffield and Ralston! We had British, American, Canadian troops and shared skills and knowledge! The most insane group were the Irish Black Guards! The Brits were well trained and very precise! The Americans showed a lot of ingenuity and creativity! The Americans had the most organized sleeping quarters! You could bounce a quarter on their beds! The Canadians were reserved and very courteous until it was time to fight & suddenly Dr. Jekyll disappeared and Mr. Hyde showed up! However, the Irish Black Guards appeared disorganized and disheveled-bare knuckle fighting was a thing-crazy but every group wanted the Irish beside them in a fight bc there was no quit in them-extremely loyal!In any event Micah reminded me of my sons! 🦅🌸🦅🙏🏽🦅🌸🦅👵🏽👋🏾🪶 Dr. Kathy BorthwickChalifoux BScMScDSW

This is my favorite episode to date. Thanks for the words of wisdom.

.. he sounds like the navy seal version of James Maynard Keenan. Thanks for the episode, it was great!

Micah Fink. Great episode and what a very intelligent man Micah is. This was an awesome couple of hours. Thx Andy. Semper Fi

Damn! That was a great show Andy. Can't wait to see Micha trying to ride the Dickbroom. Keep up the great work guys. God bless America. 🇺🇸

Andy is crushing it! Fantastic guest and show! Can't wait until the coffee shop is open!!!

Hey Andy, shout-out from Sydney Australia. I’m a long time listener, first time commentor. Always enjoy your easy to listen to style. I always try to take something out of each show, but Micah OMG.

14 mins in and I felt like a loser. I didn't know who Micah was but Im glad I do now. Thank you Micah. Man that was hard to listen to b/c it was so spot on..WOW!!!

Thank you Andy, Happy 200!

"different wings of the same bird". awesome!!!!

This dude gets it. Been talking about the food shortage that coming since 2019. Don't start fear spiraling(unless you're in a big city) find a community build a farmco, chickens, rabbits, goats, garden. Good source of information for the getting into it. David the good, Curtis Stone, RU-vid is full for now of small garden homesteading. Buy books get hard copies.

This was a really great one. Thanks Andy

Fantastically powerful episode!!!

In 2017, the VA released a report on Veteran Suicide. The thing that blew my mind is that almost 6 out of 10 Veteran Suicides are over the age of 55. Then almost 5 out of every 10 never deployed. Those Veterans were lost because they have so much shame because they felt they were never allowed to do the job they were trained for. I think we completely forget about these two groups.

This guy is like the Rust Cohle of the SEAL teams

Today's episode: Micah the mustache monk. Great one today!

Great podcast and phenomenal guest. He kinda sounds like Owen Wilson

VERY good episode

Wow what a great episode!!

I love that dude. Sounds like he’s been doing the shrooms.

Deep Thoughts. Epic. Thank you.

One of the best

Damn.. This will be on my playlist rolling about every 3 months.. Very nice guys!!

“Death by Easy” is all too true.

“Uhh I watched MASH when i was growing up. I’m not gonna do that” 😂🤣😂

I didn’t realize how big Micah was until I saw his Ted talk, the dude is massive

Micah Fink is the man

6:51 podcast starts 😎

Hi Andy, loved the podcast with you and your dad, this one was definitely the best podcast I've ever seen, two super cool dudes shooting the shit. I will send this to everyone I know and 90% probably won't watch it. Fuck them, this was awesome

Very impactful episode. Good stuff.

Great episode. This guy is on point!

Awesome episode

Unreal. The Rockefeller Lockstep 2010 plan predicts a food shortage after a bug that hits the world.

Another great podcast. Thanks gents.

1:14:15 - "Why do you think some veterans go down that path (psych meds & inability to cope) and others escape it?" This is a question Ive grappled with for many years. I dont understand how I was able to compartmentalize for so many years and not have it destroy me...yet so many other guys struggle. I always thought I was an anomaly.

whew, Ive been looking for some of this "languaging style" for years.

Have the day you deserve Stumpfers!

Donut's brother?

took me all day to put it together but his voice and mannerisms are the doppelgänger of Jason Lee from the movie Mall Rats.

IN FINK WE TRUST…..