TARGETED Podcast

World record strongman Roy Orrantia joins Atlas Aultman on the Targeted Podcast to discuss his 1201 lb axle deadlift world record, elite strongman training, and the mindset required to become Arizona’s Strongest Man. He later became an Arnold Strongman champion a few weeks after recording this episode. In this episode of the Targeted Podcast, host Atlas Aultman — former military commander, bestselling leadership author, and self-development mentor — sits down with world record strongman Roy Orrantia to discuss the discipline, sacrifice, and mindset required to reach elite levels of strength. Roy is a three-time Arizona’s Strongest Man champion and a world record holder in the axle deadlift, pulling an incredible 1201 pounds. But his story goes far deeper than strength. Roy opens up about his battle with schizophrenia, manic episodes, and mental health struggles, and how discipline, faith, and relentless training helped him stay focused on becoming one of the strongest men in the world. This episode explores: • The mindset behind a 1201 lb world record deadlift • What it takes to become Arizona’s Strongest Man • The brutal training required to compete in professional strongman • Living with schizophrenia while competing at an elite level • How discipline and belief turn impossible goals into reality • Why training alone builds the strongest competitors Roy also shares lessons from training with American strongman legend Jerry Pritchett, and how the philosophy of relentless effort helped him break records. If you’re pursuing strength, leadership, discipline, or personal transformation, this episode will challenge you to push your limits. Welcome to Targeted — the podcast built for men who refuse to settle. SPECIAL OFFERS & SPONSORS: - Atlas Aultman’s FREE Book: https://atlasaultman.com  - FIGHT SCRUB: All-natural disinfectant & soap – 10% off with code FIGHTSCRUBATLAS at www.getfightscrub.com  - BUCKED UP Supplements: 20% off with code ATLAS25 at buckedup.com - LEADERS-KIT.com: Leadership training, coaching, and seminars to elevate your team or business Targeted MERCH: https://blackeaglecustoms.us/collections/targeted-podcast SPONSOR THIS SHOW/GUEST APPLICATIONS: https://calendly.com/atlasaultman Thank you for supporting TARGETED Podcast. Every watch/listen helps us grow, reach more champions, and bring you powerful life and mindset lessons from men who’ve won already. This isn’t story, it’s REAL-LIFE lessons for our growing community. Until next time, aim for excellence, and STAY ON TARGET.

Witnessing strength history in real time. In this episode of the Targeted Podcast, Atlas Aultman sits down with professional strongman Roy Orrantia AKA ROY GAINS, days after witnessing a 1200+ pound axle deadlift that could become a new world record in strongman competition. Roy shares the story behind the lift, what it takes to compete at the Arnold Strongman Classic, and the brutal physical and mental discipline required to reach the highest levels of strength sports. This episode goes deep into: Elite strongman training The mindset of world-record athletes The reality of performance enhancement in strength sports The road from obesity to professional strongman How he met his wife Balancing competition, marriage, and mental health Roy is a three-time Arizona’s Strongest Man champion and is preparing for the Arnold ProAm Strongman Competition while chasing an officially recognized world record later this year. If you’re a man chasing strength, discipline, and purpose, this episode will hit home. This is Targeted Podcast, welcome. --------- Connect with Roy Orrantia through Instagram at Roy_Gains Pro Strongman Competitor 3x Arizona’s Strongest Man Arnold ProAm Competitor Follow roy_gains on Instagram for training updates and other world-record attempts. ------ About Targeted Podcast Hosted by Atlas Aultman — former military commander, bestselling author, and leadership speaker — Targeted Podcast delivers conversations with elite performers, entrepreneurs, veterans, and leaders who push the limits of what is possible. If you’re a man between 25–39 who wants to build strength, leadership, discipline, and purpose, you’re in the right place. ----- 00:00 Intro – A 1200 LB Deadlift World Record? 01:42 Meet Pro Strongman Roy Orrantia AKA ROY GAINS 02:40 The 1200 Pound Axle Deadlift mindset 03:16 Strongman Competition Rules Explained 04:10 The Last Record lift 04:47 How long does it take to break a world record? 05:11 How do you become a pro strongman 07:05 The Roy Orrantia journey 07:50 From 200 Pounds Overweight to Elite Athlete 09:35 High School Strength Competitions 10:35 Mission break and Discovering Strongman Training 12:00 Roy’s meets his wife and a strong relationship begins 14:19 Dangers of abusing drugs and importance of bloodwork 15:15 The Reality of Performance Enhancing Drugs in Strength Sports 18:47 Addiction vs Obsession in Elite Competition 19:35 Life at 325 Pounds of Muscle and sleep 19:49 Mental Health Circadian Rythm and Science in Strength Sports 20:08 Outro – Stay Targeted 21:42 Sponsorship offer, if you are an expert - get noticed as one on our channel  ----- SPECIAL OFFERS & SPONSORS: - Targeted MERCH: https://blackeaglecustoms.us/collections/targeted-podcast - FIGHT SCRUB: All-natural disinfectant & soap – 10% off with code FIGHTSCRUBATLAS at getfightscrub.com - BUCKED UP Supplements: 20% off with code ATLAS25 at buckedup.com - Atlas Aultman’s FREE Book: atlasaultman.com - LEADERS-KIT.com: Leadership training, coaching, and seminars to elevate your team or business - SPONSOR A SHOW/GUEST APPLICATIONS: https://calendly.com/atlasaultman Every watch/listen helps us grow, reach more champions, and bring you powerful life and mindset lessons from men who’ve won already. This isn’t just another podcast story; it’s REAL-LIFE lessons for our growing community. Until next time, aim for excellence, and STAY ON TARGET.

What separates a writer… from an author who lasts? In this author-to-author conversation, Atlas sits down with Dale Perelman (pronounced Pearlman)— former jewelry executive, president of major industry organizations, and 11-time published author — to unpack the real craft behind writing books that endure. This isn’t just about Vegas stories. This episode dives into: • How to reinvent yourself into a second career • The power of research and deep listening • Why your first chapter determines your success • The truth about mentorship and building an inner circle • Emotional intelligence for writers and leaders • How to structure interviews that uncover gold If you’re a man building something — a book, a business, or a better version of yourself — this conversation will sharpen you. This is storytelling meets discipline. 🎯 Subscribe for weekly interviews on leadership, growth, and living deliberately. Guest: Dale Perelman Book: Newcastle’s Las Vegas Guys Website: authorperelman.com SPECIAL OFFERS & SPONSORS: Targeted MERCH: https://blackeaglecustoms.us/collections/targeted-podcast - Atlas Aultman’s FREE Book: atlasaultman.com - FIGHT SCRUB: All-natural disinfectant & soap – 10% off with code FIGHTSCRUBATLAS at getfightscrub.com - BUCKED UP Supplements: 20% off with code ATLAS25 at buckedup.com - LEADERS-KIT.com: Leadership training, coaching, and seminars to elevate your team or business SPONSOR THIS SHOW/GUEST APPLICATIONS: https://calendly.com/atlasaultman Thank you for supporting TARGETED Podcast. Every watch/listen helps us grow, reach more champions, and bring you powerful life and mindset lessons from men who’ve won already. This isn’t story, it’s REAL-LIFE lessons for our growing community. Until next time, aim for excellence, and STAY ON TARGET.

In this episode of Targeted podcast, Atlas Aultman sits down with a former U.S. Air Force cyber operations officer, commander, and senior military leader MICHAEL ’MIKE” BROOKS turned though leader and author to discuss cybersecurity leadership, military-to-civilian transition, identity after service, and his upcoming book Lessons Earned. Mike Brooks spent 22 years in the Air Force, serving in elite units including the Thunderbirds, intelligence agencies, a combat command, special operations, and the White House Communications Agency. After commanding in a high-tempo operational environment and supporting presidential missions, he transitioned into the private sector — where he found another real battle with identity, purpose, and redefining leadership. In this powerful conversation, we cover: • Cybersecurity leadership in the Defense Industrial Base • CMMC and federal cybersecurity compliance • Military leadership lessons that translate to corporate America • Identity loss after the military • Truth, values, and rebuilding purpose • Lessons from Air Force One & combat command • Why “Leaders Serve. Results Matter.” • A preview of Mike’s upcoming book Lessons Earned If you are a cybersecurity professional, defense contractor, veteran, leader, or entrepreneur — this episode will challenge how you think about mission, precision, trust, and excellence. Connect with Mike Brooks on LinkedIn (CISSP, PMP, MPA): https://www.linkedin.com/in/mdb-michael-brooks/ Subscribe for more life changing REAL conversations. Until next time, AIM for excellence and stay on target. SPECIAL OFFERS & SPONSORS: - BUCKED UP Supplements: 20% off with code ATLAS25 at buckedup.com Targeted MERCH: https://blackeaglecustoms.us/collections/targeted-podcast SPONSOR THIS SHOW/GUEST APPLICATIONS: https://calendly.com/atlasaultman Thank you for supporting TARGETED Podcast. Every watch/listen helps us grow, reach more champions, and bring you powerful life and mindset lessons from men who’ve won already. This isn’t story, it’s REAL-LIFE lessons for our growing community. Until next time, aim for excellence, and STAY ON TARGET.

Atlas Aultman sits down with retired Green Beret Lt. Col. Scott Mann to unpack the real mechanics of trust: struggle, vulnerability, and story. From battlefield letters and daily journaling to building one-man plays that bring civilians into the emotional reality of war, Scott explains why “no struggle, no story” is the most universal leadership principle. The conversation also covers operator transition, moral injury after Afghanistan, and the questions leaders must learn to ask to rebuild connection in a fragmented digital world. We also talk about Scott’s one-man theater work — including “11 Days: The Story of Operation Pineapple Express” — and how live performance can help civilians feel what veterans carry. Scott explains the craft of asking better questions (what/how vs. why), why short-form content is weakening connection, and how leaders can rebuild trust by telling the story they avoid. Key takeaways: -How storytelling rebuilds trust in low-trust environments -The difference between “talking about yourself” vs. serving the listener -Why operators struggle with transition — and how to find relevance again -The hero/protagonist framework without ego -The power of journaling, mentors, and “taking the armor off” 🔔 Like, subscribe, and share this episode with someone who needs a bridge back to themselves. Follow/learn more about Scott Mann: ScottMann.com About “11 Days” + tour info: TFpineapple.com Scott’s upcoming book: The Generosity of Scars (releases May, 2026) https://www.hachettebookgroup.com/titles/scott-mann/the-generosity-of-scars/97803116598811/ #TargetedPodcast #Leadership #Veterans #Afghanistan #MentalHealth SPECIAL OFFERS & SPONSORS: - Atlas Aultman’s FREE Book: https://atlasaultman.com  - FIGHT SCRUB: All-natural disinfectant & soap – 10% off with code FIGHTSCRUBATLAS at www.getfightscrub.com  - BUCKED UP Supplements: 20% off with code ATLAS25 at www.buckedup.com - LEADERS-KIT.com: Leadership training, coaching, and seminars to elevate your team or business Targeted MERCH: https://blackeaglecustoms.us/collections/targeted-podcast SPONSOR THIS SHOW/GUEST APPLICATIONS: https://calendly.com/atlasaultman Thank you for supporting TARGETED Podcast. Every watch/listen helps us grow, reach more champions, and bring you powerful life and mindset lessons from men who’ve won already. This isn’t story, it’s REAL-LIFE lessons for our growing community. Until next time, aim for excellence, and STAY ON TARGET.