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TUC0's Talks

by Chris "TUC0" Wright (CW)

TUC0's Talks is a top podcast exploring leadership, personal development, and the transition from military to civilian life. Hosted by former special operations commander Chris Wright (TUC0), each episode offers authentic, candid discussions with veterans, industry leaders, and experts in resilience, mindset, career development, mental health, and goal setting. Designed for veterans, leaders, and anyone aiming to boost success, character, and family values. Discover actionable insights on leadership, character, and virtues to excel in any field.

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May 20, 2025 · 26 min
🎙️ NEW EPISODE: Coaching with Heart — Building Legacy in Lacrosse MENTORSHIP | CHARACTER | COMPETITION | BROTHERHOOD What happens when passion meets purpose?When coaching goes beyond the scoreboard?When the real win is who your players become?In this powerful and heartfelt episode of TUC0’s Talks, …
May 13, 2025 · 40 min
🎙️ Just Dropped: "The Essence of Leadership: Trust, Ethics & Authenticity" with Max Johnson40 minutes. Zero fluff. All impact.If you care about leadership—real leadership—you need to make time for this one.In this latest episode of TUC0’s Talks, I sit down with Max Johnson, a man who has led in the…
May 6, 2025 · 31 min
🎙️ The Power of Trust in Leadership – w/ SGM (Ret.) Ben Buzek 💥🪖💼 In this powerhouse episode of TUC0’s Talks, Chris Wright sits down with retired Sergeant Major Ben Buzek—a leader who’s lived the full arc of resilience, relevance, and results.🇺🇸 24 years in Special Operations.🎓 MBA from Willi…
Apr 29, 2025 · 43 min
🔥 TUC0's Talks - R21 Leadership Lessons is LIVE! 🔥Join Nate Oltmans, Rich Webb, Kyle Smet, and Chris Wright for a dynamic 45-minute conversation packed with hard-earned leadership insights from the front lines of elite organizations. In this episode, we unpack what it really takes to build trust, …
Sep 24, 2024 · 28 min
In this episode of TUC0's Talks, I sit down with Aleks Ring—a no-nonsense forensic accountant and tough-as-nails Staff Sergeant in the U.S. Army Reserves. We dig into her military career, the leaders who’ve left a mark on her, and how she’s always pushing for self-improvement and constant growth. Al…
Sep 16, 2024 · 28 min
Today on TUC0’s Talks, we have COL (Ret.) Shannon Whiteman, where she shares her insights on leadership and personal growth. Shannon emphasizes the importance of caring for people and being a person of integrity. She also discusses the challenges of being a woman in a male-dominated field and the ba…
Sep 2, 2024 · 30 min
Today on TUC0’s Talks, Chris interviews Coach Lacy Gilbert, the athletic director at Wesleyan School in Georgia, and discusses the qualities she looks for in coaches and the importance of building relationships with student-athletes. She emphasizes the significance of being intentional in leadership…
Aug 26, 2024 · 32 min
In this episode, host TUC0 Wright interviews Talia Ray, a former Marine officer turned business consultant and identity crisis coach for veterans. Talia shares her personal journey of transitioning from the military to the civilian world and the challenges she faced in finding her purpose and identi…
May 24, 2024 · 37 min
In this conversation, TUC0 and Sean discuss the lessons and virtues learned from skateboarding. They talk about the importance of creative freedom, mental health, resilience, and the ability to overcome fear and failure. Sean shares how skateboarding has influenced his work as a missions pastor and …
May 17, 2024 · 32 min
In this conversation, TUC0 Wright interviews Charles Livings, the president and CEO of Tip of the Spear Professional Coaching. They discuss the importance of professional development and leadership in various contexts, including the military and civilian life. Livings emphasizes the need for leaders…
May 10, 2024 · 34 min
Coach Scott Richardson shares his journey in coaching and highlights the importance of connecting with athletes and investing in their growth. He emphasizes the need for leaders to be intentional, adaptable, and focused on the success of the team. He also discusses the characteristics of great leade…
Apr 19, 2024 · 34 min
Welcome back to the latest episode of TUC0’s Talks! Today Retired Major General Mark Dillon shares his insights on leadership and offers advice for young leaders. He emphasizes the importance of observing, reading, and thinking as key practices for leadership development. He encourages young leaders…
Apr 12, 2024 · 29 min
Coach Whitney Bailey Show Notes: Summary Welcome back to the latest episode of TUC0’s Talks! Today we have Coach Whitney Bailey, who is previous collegiate Assistant Athletic Director, High School Athletic Director, and is now starting a new Fellowship of Christian Athletes (FCA) volleyball club. Sh…
Apr 1, 2024 · 22 min
Welcome to the latest episode of TUC0's Talks! Today, we wrap up our #mentalhealth series with a special guest, Jacob Norotsky, an esteemed International Speaker. Many of you are familiar with Jake through his remarkable contributions to a Veteran Service Organization and his inspiring journey from …
Mar 22, 2024 · 48 min
Welcome to TUC0's Talks! Today, we're joined by Kevin Laliberte to delve into his latest venture, the Surf Brigade. With a distinguished career in the USAF and Space Force, boasting decades of special operations expertise, Kevin brings invaluable insights to the podcast. Tune in as we explore the mi…
Mar 15, 2024 · 24 min
Michael Harner stands as one of the preeminent figures in contemporary American leadership. Beyond his distinguished service as a retired veteran and naval aviator, he boasts extensive tenure as the Chief of Staff at the esteemed Hillsdale College. In an exclusive interview with TUC0's Talks, Mike s…
Mar 14, 2024 · 32 min
Today we had the pleasure of interviewing Marina Krivonossova, one of LinkedIn's Top Marketing Voices. Marina is a true expert in her field and has a wealth of knowledge to share with leaders and business owners alike. Specifically, Marina provides invaluable marketing insights that can help take yo…
Mar 14, 2024 · 48 min
Ramiro "V-Speed" Villalobos is a prior AF Special Warfare operator with over 20 years experience and multiple combat deployments. Today V-Speed and I have our first long conversation in almost 10 years, and it's just like old times. We discuss old stories and some of the new challenges after transit…
Mar 14, 2024 · 15 min
Has someone every recommended a book to you to help your business. These books can be extremely useful, however, they can be very dangerous if you don't know how to use them. Today on TUC0's Talks, we discuss exactly how to use great business books, and how to avoid the dangers. Why start the podca…
Mar 14, 2024 · 16 min
After 20 years in the military, 19 of which were in combat operations, it was pretty much a guarantee that I was going to have some challenges I needed to work through. Today I share my issues, and hopefully how you can avoid them, or at least minimize the risk. Why start the podcast, and why do we…