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In this episode of Security Halt!, Deny Caballero sits down with Ben Wallick to unpack his journey from aspiring Navy SEAL to entrepreneur and founder of Vanilla Gorilla Security. Ben reflects on how Hollywood shaped his early motivations, the realities of BUD/S and SEAL life, and the importance of authentic storytelling within the military community. They discuss the challenges of transitioning into civilian life, the role of family in shaping careers, and how physical fitness, discipline, and tactical expertise helped Ben build a successful business in the training and contracting world. This episode is a mix of humor, honesty, and hard-earned wisdom from a life lived at full throttle.

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Chapters

1. Cold Open, Sponsors, And Welcome (00:00:00)

2. Golf Tournaments And Finding Community (00:01:45)

3. Movies, Propaganda, And Military Myths (00:05:30)

4. Authenticity, War Stories, And Social Media Fame (00:10:55)

5. Choosing BUD/S And Surviving Hell Week (00:18:41)

6. Expectations Vs Reality Of Special Operations (00:28:00)

7. Early GWOT, Teams Culture, And Oversight (00:35:10)

8. Family Strain, Burnout, And Leaving Active Duty (00:44:05)

9. Contracting Life, Money Traps, And Transitions (00:51:00)

10. Fire Service Realities And Health Costs (01:00:00)

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