Ross Izard is a political entrepreneur, author, and backcountry fly fisherman. This week, he and Zach dive into some heavy topics surrounding mental health and the value of doing difficult things whilst exploring the impressive path Ross has carved for himself. You can find Ross in the following places: Backcountry Fly Fishing Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLDYM1qu1zoDOk9GZsAaJ5Sd-vaRGrkuPPCompany website: https://xiphosstrategies.com/Follow And Support The Show Subscribe, rate, and review the show wherever you listen. And if that happens to be on YouTube, like this video too before sharing the episode with family and friends. Website: https://zachtidwell.netFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61556533676388LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/zach-tidwell-9076852ab/X: @ZachCTidwellApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/going-in-blind-with-zach-tidwell/id1787306128Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/51IxT43v95otwaXDkyr6FWYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@GIB_Pod #GIB #GoingInBlindPodcast theme music by Transistor.fm.

Tom Kranz is a man with quite the broad background—from journalism and broadcasting, to writing nonfiction and serving as a volunteer EMT for two decades. Now he’d exploring the creative spark of others and finishing his seventh novel. As usual, Zach dives into some heavier topics with Tom whilst exploring his story and progression through these different chapters of Tom’s life. You can find Tom on his own podcast, “Type. Tune. Tint.” By heading to his website: https://typetunetint.com/And you can find his books on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/stores/author/B01BAPIHJO You can also find Zach’s appearance on the show here: https://typetunetint.com/relearning-how-to-live-and-create-for-others/Follow And Support The Show Subscribe, rate, and review the show wherever you listen. And if that happens to be on YouTube, like this video too before sharing the episode with family and friends. Website: https://zachtidwell.netFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61556533676388LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/zach-tidwell-9076852ab/X: @ZachCTidwellApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/going-in-blind-with-zach-tidwell/id1787306128Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/51IxT43v95otwaXDkyr6FW YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@GIB_Pod #GIB #GoingInBlindPodcast theme music by Transistor.fm.

Thomas Jones is a self-proclaimed prophet also known as “The Woke Prophet”, and has written a book that shares his title. Given Thomas’ claims and the wide array of services he offers associated with his gifts, he and Zach had plenty to explore- from the origins of Thomas’ gifts to a back-and-forth exchange centered around his offerings of deliverances, spatial cleansing, spiritual counseling, mentoring, and healings. You can find Thomas on his website at https://www.energetic-hands.com/. And you can also join his massive TikTok following @thewokeprophet.Follow And Support The Show Subscribe, rate, and review the show wherever you listen. And if that happens to be on YouTube, like this video too before sharing the episode with family and friends. Website: https://zachtidwell.netFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61556533676388LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/zach-tidwell-9076852ab/X: @ZachCTidwellApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/going-in-blind-with-zach-tidwell/id1787306128Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/51IxT43v95otwaXDkyr6FW YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@GIB_Pod #GIB #GoingInBlindPodcast theme music by Transistor.fm.

Evan Barrett is a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Black Belt, instructor, and fierce competitor from Colorado. His record currently includes 37 wins by submission, 9 by points, and 2 by decision. You can find him on Instagram @evanbarrettjiujitsu.Follow And Support The ShowSubscribe, rate, and review the show wherever you listen. And if that happens to be on YouTube, like this video too before sharing the episode with family and friends.Website: https://zachtidwell.netFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61556533676388LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/zach-tidwell-9076852ab/X: @ZachCTidwellApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/going-in-blind-with-zach-tidwell/id1787306128Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/51IxT43v95otwaXDkyr6FWYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@GIB_Pod#GIB #GoingInBlindPodcast theme music by Transistor.fm.

Dave Jones has worn an incredible number of hats in his professional career and he dove into it all with Zach this week. His Air Force career spanned from the Gulf War through 2011, and his positions ranged from Criminal Investigator to Chief of the European Antiterrorism Specialty Team, and eventually things came full circle as he was helping train other antiterrorism-focused OSI agents to deploy into Iraq and Afghanistan. Following the end of his military career he went on to serve as a Wisconsin Chief of Police, volunteer firefighter, and Criminal Justice Program Chair at a local university before dipping his toe into writing. Today he’s drawing on all that experience to crank out his eight thriller novel, which span across three independent series. You can find his work on his website at https://www.davidelmondjones.com.Follow And Support The Show Subscribe, rate, and review the show wherever you listen. And if that happens to be on YouTube, like this video too before sharing the episode with family and friends. Website: https://zachtidwell.netFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61556533676388LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/zach-tidwell-9076852ab/X: @ZachCTidwellYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@GIB_Pod Podcast theme music by Transistor.fm.

Steve Baskis is a retired Army veteran and Purple Heart recipient who has pursued more adventure in the 17 years since he lost his sight than most do in a lifetime. And what was expected to be a conversation delving into Steve’s musical escapades, mountaineering trips, paralympic athlete pursuits, and ventures as a nonprofit Founder transpired into something greater altogether. You can support the Blind Endeavor’s Foundation on their website at https://blindendeavors.org/.Follow And Support The Show Subscribe, rate, and review the show wherever you listen. And if that happens to be on YouTube, like this video too before sharing the episode with family and friends. Website: https://zachtidwell.netFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61556533676388LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/zach-tidwell-9076852ab/X: @ZachCTidwellYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@GIB_Pod Podcast theme music by Transistor.fm.

Ally Wolski is a Nicky Ryan Purple Belt and rising Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu athlete. She and Zach cover her entry into the sport and the rapid rise she’s made on her way to the top— from finding BJJ through overcoming a catastrophic injury, to taking her training seriously with a real team to back her up and even her recent controversial win over Nathalia Santoro. You can keep up with Ally and her new BJJ promotion on Instagram at @allywolski1 and @bjjworldchampionship.Follow And Support The Show Subscribe, rate, and review the show wherever you listen. And if that happens to be on YouTube, like this video too before sharing the episode with family and friends. Website: https://zachtidwell.netFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61556533676388LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/zach-tidwell-9076852ab/X: @ZachCTidwellYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@GIB_Pod Podcast theme music by Transistor.fm.

Joe Mornini is the Co-Founder and Executive Director of the nonprofit kayaking organization Team River Runner. Wearing many hats in his life, from adventurer and boater, to educator, father, and grandfather, Joe and the Team River Runner crew have built what started as a way to get wounded combat veterans out of their hospital rooms at Walter Reed into an international organization getting veterans, servicemembers, and their families to experience the therapeutic power of both flat and whitewater kayaking. Find Joe and the team at https://teamriverrunner.org if you’d like to get involved or support their efforts.Follow And Support The Show Subscribe, rate, and review the show wherever you listen. And if that happens to be on YouTube, like this video too before sharing the episode with family and friends. Website: https://zachtidwell.netFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61556533676388LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/zach-tidwell-9076852ab/X: @ZachCTidwellYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@GIB_Pod Podcast theme music by Transistor.fm.

Host and completely blind Marine Corps veteran Zach Tidwell introduces himself and his miraculous story before breaking down what the show is all about and announcing the official release on January 13, 2025 at 0500 EST. Zach has overcome more in the past several years than most do in a lifetime, and he shares his story in hopes of saving lives and getting our society having the tougher conversations we tend to avoid. From depression and alcoholism, to rebuilding himself after a self-inflicted gunshot wound to the head that stole his sight and hearing in one ear- to where he is today as a writer, speaker, athlete, and self-taught, award-winning software developer making the digital world a more accessible place for everyone. Be sure to follow the show in your favorite podcasting app, then share the episode and follow Zach online!X: @ZachCTidwellLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/zach-tidwell-9076852ab/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61556533676388Zanagrams: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/zanagrams/id6444921132Website: https://zachtidwell.net