Episode 270 - Interview with Jake Hocevar

Episode 270 - Interview with Jake Hocevar

Author: Austin Diehl October 30, 2024 Duration: 1:42:32

Jake Hocevar is a former 12B in the Army National Guard, works as a part-time LEO, and also is one of the cadre at Defender Series Training Group while running his own endeavor, Redline Consulting. More specifically, Jake is a firearms trainer, who has a passion for learning, as well as teaching. While continuing to teach, he keeps a ever-present mindset of "staying a student" and striving to learn new and better ways to help train those who seek him out. We sit down for this weeks episode, and dive into everything from flaws in the law enforcement training realm, as well as their unfortunate impacts, to fundamental shooting in issued gear and the realistic expectations of performance. I was also shocked to learn Jake is a fellow Michigander, which is extremely important, since he now resides in Ohio. I had a ton of fun talking with Jake, and we're already working on getting a second discussion on the books. Give this one a listen, and check out dstgtraining.com for more information on Jake and his classes!

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Hosted by Austin Diehl, The Prepared Mindset Podcast moves beyond gear lists and hypotheticals to explore the practical philosophy of readiness for everyday life. This isn't about fear; it's about developing a grounded sense of capability and clarity. Conversations here delve into the tangible aspects of preparation-from practical planning and responsible training to personal accountability-framed within the broader context of our current society and culture. Austin brings on a diverse array of guests, many with backgrounds in military or law enforcement, not to glorify conflict but to extract valuable lessons on tactics, performance under pressure, and training mindset that apply to civilian life. Each episode thoughtfully addresses how world events and local realities intersect with the goal of creating safer, more resilient homes and communities. Tuning into this podcast means engaging with nuanced discussions that challenge listeners to think critically, train intelligently, and cultivate a proactive, prepared approach to the complexities of modern living.
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