MAX Afterburner

In one of his most personal and wide-ranging episodes yet, former fighter pilot and No Fallen Heroes founder Matthew “Whiz” Buckley targets everything happening across his world - from global conflict to the home front, from the halls of power to the sacred space of a healing retreat.Whiz opens with a full intel brief on Operation EPIC FURY, laying out the current threat picture with characteristic clarity - and delivers a hard truth: things are likely to get worse before they get better.He pauses the mission brief for something deeply personal - saying goodbye to his oldest son, who has left home for active duty service in the United States Air Force.Back on mission, Whiz debrief the most recent Sacred Warrior Fellowship retreat - the sacred work of bringing veterans and first responders back to themselves, back to God, back home.He then turns to Washington, where bipartisan talk of psychedelics for veterans continues to grow louder on Capitol Hill. Whiz gives the unfiltered assessment: bipartisan support sounds good on paper, but words from senators mean absolutely nothing until warriors are actually getting healed.In a significant debrief, Whiz recounts his flight with Eric Trump - breaking down how he briefed him on the mission of No Fallen Heroes Foundation and Sacred Warrior Fellowship, and why he's doing everything in his power to get that message all the way to the Oval Office.He's attacking in every direction to bring healing to America's heroes at home.Whiz closes Episode 150 with a call for close air support - asking fellow Americans to lock in and fund the foundation and the church, because the mission doesn't run on goodwill alone.This one is personal. This one matters. Tune in.

In this episode of the MAX Afterburner podcast, host Theresa Noach had the pleasure of speaking with Becky Gallagher. As the wife of a Marine Combat Veteran and a devoted mother of five, Becky embodies strength and resilience. With a Master's degree and a steadfast Christian faith, she candidly shares the challenges that many face when the answers to their health and emotional freedom seem elusive despite countless prayers and declarations. Becky’s personal journey highlights how her unwavering trust in Jesus empowered her to approach each situation with confidence. Join us as we delve into her inspiring story and explore the transformative power of faith in the face of adversity.

In this powerful episode of The Max After Burner Show, host Theresa Noach sits down with Rita McGowan to explore her incredible journey deep into the Amazon and her transformative experience with Ayahuasca. Rita's story is one of resilience and hope, navigating a childhood marred by mental, physical, sexual, and emotional abuse, as well as the trauma of losing her home to a fire. Married to a law enforcement officer who embarked on his own Ayahuasca journey, Rita found the courage to confront her past and pursue healing. This conversation is not just about Ayahuasca; it’s about overcoming fear and skepticism, as Rita shares her inspiring transformation from a skeptic to a believer. Since her retreat, she has managed to stay off pharmaceutical medications, and her life has been profoundly changed. Please be advised that this episode contains graphic trauma information regarding sexual abuse, which may be triggering for some listeners. For more resources and support, visit www.nofallenheroes.org (http://www.nofallenheroes.org) and www.sacredwarriorfellowship.com (http://www.sacredwarriorfellowship.com). Don’t miss this extraordinary tale of hope and healing—tune in now!

In Episode 147 of MAX Afterburner, former U.S. Navy TOPGUN fighter pilot Matthew “Whiz” Buckley delivers a powerful and wide-ranging debrief covering air combat, current military operations, the cultural divide in America, and the spiritual path of the warrior.Whiz breaks down the shocking report of a Kuwaiti F/A-18 Hornet shooting down three U.S. Air Force F-15E Strike Eagles, explaining how an engagement like this could unfold and what it reveals about the realities of modern aerial warfare. He also shares his thoughts on Operation Epic Fury and the broader strategic picture as military tensions escalate.The conversation then shifts to the growing cultural and political divide in America, highlighted by the backlash Olympic hockey gold medalists received simply for taking a congratulatory call from the President and attending the State of the Union.From there, Whiz dives into a deeper discussion about religious freedom, tolerance, and the difficult questions the West must confront when dealing with radical Islam. Drawing from his own combat aviation experience and years of service defending the Constitution, he explores the tension between America’s commitment to religious liberty and the reality of confronting extremist ideologies that reject those same freedoms. It’s an honest, thoughtful conversation about faith, freedom, and the values worth defending.Whiz also honors the courage of two extraordinary American aviators who were awarded the Medal of Honor, reflecting on the warrior ethos that defines those who willingly fly into harm’s way.He then shares details about the upcoming Sacred Warrior Fellowship retreat taking place March 27–29, where veterans, first responders, and seekers gather in disciplined formation to reconnect with God and begin the journey of healing.The episode closes with a heartfelt prayer asking for peace on earth and God’s guidance during uncertain times.In this episode:• Tactical debrief of the Kuwaiti F/A-18 shooting down three U.S. Air Force F-15E Strike Eagles• Analysis of Operation Epic Fury and what it signals strategically• The growing partisan divide and the reaction to Olympic gold medalists speaking with the President• A discussion on religious freedom, tolerance, and confronting radical Islamic extremism• Honoring two American aviators awarded the Medal of Honor• Sacred Warrior Fellowship retreat announcement (March 27–29)• A closing prayer for peace, wisdom, and guidanceSubscribe to MAX Afterburner on Apple Podcasts and Spotify, and watch the full episode on the No Fallen Heroes YouTube channel.

On this episode, the Sacred Warrior Fellowship team shares some very funny and memorable experiences they’ve had during ceremony. Often, people struggle in life, wondering if they are good enough. Ceremony can lead to a profound transformation on the inside, leaving individuals feeling connected to themselves and to their sense of value. Our members have stated how amazing it feels when they arrive at our retreats, sensing that there is absolutely no judgment. We are all imperfect people; we all have a past. The more seriously an individual takes the spiritual process, the more they will get out of the ceremonial experience. If you have been a part of Sacred Warrior Fellowship ceremonies and are ready to pay it forward, please share this video. If you are able to make a financial contribution, you can rest assured that your investment will help someone else make a fellowship connection that can change their lives.