In this episode of Shoot Me Straight, we sit down with Steve Toth, Texas State Representative and current candidate for U.S. Congress, for a wide-ranging, no-nonsense conversation about leadership, character, and the real cost of politics in America.Steve opens up about what pulled him into public service, the realities of navigating the political “swamp,” and why integrity matters more than titles, résumés, or military credentials. We dive deep into border security, government spending, Big Pharma’s influence, veterans’ mental health, faith, family, and the growing disconnect between elected officials and the people they represent.This episode also tackles tough topics head-on — accountability in Congress, the dangers of unchecked power, cultural battles playing out in public schools, and why Steve believes Texas (and America) need leaders willing to stand firm even when it costs them politically.If you’re tired of polished talking points and want a raw, honest discussion about where our country is headed — this is one you don’t want to miss.Watch. Listen. Decide for yourself.👇 Learn more about Steve Toth and his campaignhttps://stevetothforcongress.comChapters / Topics Covered:Why Steve Toth is running for CongressBorder security & Texas prioritiesBig Pharma, lobbying, and corruptionVeterans’ mental health & accountabilityFaith, family, and leadershipStanding firm in a broken political systemFollow Shoot Me Straight:📲 Instagram: @shootmestraightpod🎧 Available on YouTube, Spotify, and Apple Podcasts

Join host Eddie Gallagher (@eddie_gallagher) as he sits down with Isaiah Sandoval (@isaiahsandov) for an unfiltered Q&A episode built entirely around your questions. From marriage and faith to politics, military culture, and life after service, nothing is off-limits as Isaiah and Eddie dig into the topics most people are afraid to talk about publicly.This episode goes straight into the real-world pressures faced by today’s veterans, the cultural battles shaping America, and the personal experiences that have defined Eddie’s journey on and off the battlefield. Isaiah brings the heat with honest questions, raw perspectives, and open-ended conversations that push past the headlines and into the truth.In this episode, we get into:🪖 Military Life & Identity — how service changes you, and what happens after.❤️ Marriage & Family Pressure — the struggles, sacrifices, and lessons that shape real relationships.🏛️ Politics & Culture Today — candid takes on the issues dividing the country.💬 Viewer Questions Answered — tough, funny, and controversial topics straight from the audience.🔥 Mindset & Resilience — staying grounded when life hits hard.This isn’t a scripted interview — it’s a real conversation between two men committed to truth, accountability, and living with conviction in a complicated world.Tune in for a bold, honest, and meaningful episode that challenges the narrative and speaks directly to the people who aren’t afraid to ask real questions.🎙️ Subscribe to the Shoot Me Straight Podcast for more unfiltered conversations on faith, resilience, mindset, and the human spirit.Special thanks to our partners:🔥 Firecracker Farm – Everything is Better With Hot Salt🧊 Aqua Vitae IV – Wellness & Recovery in Destin, FL🔇 Elevated Silence – Premium Suppressors for Life’s Best Days#ShootMeStraightPodcast #VeteranStories #MilitaryLife #Unfiltered #Mindset #Resilience #RealTalk #Faith #QandA #EddieGallagher #IsaiahSandoval

Join hosts Eddie Gallagher (@eddie_gallagher) and David Fields (@davidfields22) for an unfiltered, wide-open conversation with Terry Wilson (@terry.m.wilson.jr) — a deep dive into life as a Green Beret, the hard-earned perspectives that come with service, and the real-world challenges faced long after the uniform comes off.Terry pulls no punches as he opens up about the realities of Special Forces life, the political and cultural pressures surrounding today’s military, and the personal experiences that shaped who he is on and off the battlefield. From combat stories to controversial conversations, this episode goes beyond the highlight reel and into the raw truth of a life defined by grit, conviction, and constant evolution.In this episode, we dig into:🪖 Life as a Green Beret — brotherhood, sacrifice, and what it really means to serve at the elite level.⚔️ Real Military Stories — memorable moments, tough lessons, and the realities most never hear about.🏛️ Political & Cultural Perspectives — candid takes on today’s issues from someone who’s lived the life.📘 A Life Shaped by Challenge — the experiences that forged Terry’s mindset before, during, and after service.💬 Controversial Conversations — honest discussions you won’t hear anywhere else.🔥 Mindset, Identity & Resilience — insights on navigating adversity and staying grounded when life hits hardest.This isn’t just a military conversation — it’s a powerful look at courage, conviction, and the pursuit of authenticity in a complicated world.Tune in for a bold, impactful story that challenges, inspires, and refuses to hold back.🎙️ Subscribe to the Shoot Me Straight Podcast for more real conversations on faith, resilience, and the human spirit.Special thanks to our partners:🔥 Firecracker Farm – Everything is Better With Hot Salt🧊 Aqua Vitae IV – Wellness & Recovery in Destin, FL🔇 Elevated Silence – Premium Suppressors for Life’s Best Days#ShootMeStraightPodcast #GreenBeret #VeteranStories #Resilience #SpecialForces #ControversialConversations #Mindset #Transformation #Unfiltered #MilitaryLife

Join hosts Eddie Gallagher (@eddie_gallagher) and David Fields (@davidfields22) for an unfiltered and deeply personal conversation with Preston Breece (@prestonbreece) — a journey through grit, purpose, and the relentless pursuit of growth beyond the uniform.Preston opens up about his life as a Green Beret, sharing the formative experiences that shaped him, the battles fought both overseas and within, and the powerful lessons learned along the way. From the highs of elite service to the struggles of transitioning back into civilian life, Preston’s story is one of identity, resilience, and rebuilding from the ground up.In this episode, we dive into:🪖 Life as a Green Beret — the brotherhood, sacrifice, and defining moments of Preston’s military journey.📘 A Hard-Fought Life Story — the experiences that molded his character long before and long after special operations.⚔️ Transitioning Out of the Military — the mental, emotional, and practical challenges of reintegration after service.💼 Business & Entrepreneurship — how Preston turned adversity and discipline into new purpose and opportunity.💬 Mindset & Resilience — raw insight for anyone navigating change, challenge, or reinvention.This isn’t just a conversation about military life — it’s about courage, identity, and the drive to evolve no matter where you’re starting from.Tune in for a powerful story of transformation, perseverance, and purpose.🎙️ Subscribe to the Shoot Me Straight Podcast for more real conversations on faith, resilience, and the human spirit.Be sure to check out Preston's program!https://www.miramarbeachstrengthandconditioning.com/Special thanks to our partners:🔥 Firecracker Farm – Everything is Better With Hot Salt🧊 Aqua Vitae IV – Wellness & Recovery in Destin, FL🔇 Elevated Silence – Premium Suppressors for Life’s Best Days#ShootMeStraightPodcast #GreenBeret #VeteranStories #Resilience #Transition #Entrepreneurship #Mindset #Transformation #Unfiltered #SpecialForces

Join hosts Eddie Gallagher (@eddie_gallagher) and David Fields (@davidfields22) for a powerful and unfiltered conversation with Paul Slough (@paul_slough23) and Christin Slough (@christinslough) — a story of faith, resilience, and redemption in the face of impossible odds.Once wrongfully imprisoned, Paul opens up about his time in the military, the injustice that stole years of his life, and the fight to reclaim his freedom. Together with his wife Christin, they share how faith, perseverance, and community became the foundation for healing and rebuilding their lives after incarceration.In this episode, we dive into:⚖️ Wrongful Imprisonment & Resilience — Paul’s firsthand account of surviving injustice and finding hope behind bars.🇺🇸 Military Service & Brotherhood — lessons from his time in uniform and the sacrifices that shaped his character.🙏 Faith & Redemption — how Christ restored purpose and strength through life’s darkest chapters.🌅 Life After Release — the struggle of re-entering society and rediscovering identity after years without freedom.💬 Overcoming Adversity — wisdom, faith, and grit for anyone rebuilding from rock bottom.This isn’t just a story about injustice — it’s about forgiveness, faith, and freedom.Tune in to be inspired, challenged, and reminded that no matter where you’ve been, you can always rise again.🎙️ Subscribe to the Shoot Me Straight Podcast for more raw conversations on faith, resilience, and transformation.Special thanks to our partners:🔥 Firecracker Farm – Everything is Better With Hot Salt🧊 Aqua Vitae IV – Wellness & Recovery in Destin, FL🔇 Elevated Silence – Premium Suppressors for Life’s Best Days#ShootMeStraightPodcast #Faith #Redemption #Resilience #Freedom #Transformation #Recovery #Mindset #VeteranStories #Unfiltered

Join hosts Eddie Gallagher (@eddie_gallagher) and David Fields (@davidfields22) for an unfiltered and deeply moving conversation with Nathaniel Blackburn (@nathanielwblackburn) — a man whose story embodies redemption, resilience, and faith.Once trapped in a cycle of addiction and hopelessness, Nathaniel opens up about his battle with drugs, the darkness he faced, and the powerful journey that led him to recovery. Through discipline, faith in Christ, and an unwavering commitment to growth, he rebuilt his life from the ground up — transforming pain into purpose.In this episode, we explore:💪 Overcoming Addiction — Nathaniel’s raw story of hitting rock bottom and finding the strength to rise again.🔥 Faith & Redemption — how his walk with Christ became the foundation for lasting change.🏋️‍♂️ Rebuilding Through Discipline — the role of fitness, mindset, and accountability in his recovery.🧠 Life Lessons — perseverance, self-belief, and proof that no matter where you start, you can always rewrite your story.This isn’t just a story about recovery — it’s about transformation, purpose, and the unshakable power of faith.🎙️ Tune in and be inspired to take ownership of your life and become the strongest version of yourself — inside and out.Special thanks to our partners:🔥 Firecracker Farm – Everything is Better With Hot Salt🧊 Aqua Vitae IV – Wellness & Recovery in Destin, FL🔇 Elevated Silence – Premium Suppressors for Life’s Best Days#ShootMeStraightPodcast #Faith #Redemption #Transformation #Resilience #Recovery #Mindset #Unfiltered

Join host Eddie Gallagher (@eddie_gallagher) for a powerful and unfiltered conversation with Anthony Autry (@unchained_fit) — a man whose life is the definition of transformation and redemption.From a past marked by drugs, crime, and self-destruction, Anthony takes us through his raw and honest journey of hitting rock bottom and rebuilding from the ground up. Through discipline, faith, and fitness, he’s not only turned his life around but now dedicates himself to helping others do the same.In this episode, we dive into:💪 Breaking Bad Habits — how Anthony confronted his demons and rewired his mindset for growth and success.🔥 Life Transformation — the pivotal moments that shifted his path from chaos to purpose.🏋️‍♂️ Empowering Others — how he now leads by example, running programs designed to help others avoid the same mistakes and build better lives through training, accountability, and self-mastery.🧠 Mindset & Redemption — lessons on perseverance, self-belief, and the power of change no matter where you start.This is more than just a story of fitness — it’s about transformation, purpose, and proving that anyone can rewrite their story.🎙️ Tune in for an inspiring conversation that challenges you to take ownership of your life and become the strongest version of yourself — inside and out.Special thanks to our partners:🔥 Firecracker Farm – Everything is Better With Hot Salt🧊 Aqua Vitae IV – Wellness & Recovery in Destin, FL🔇 Elevated Silence – Premium Suppressors for Life’s Best Days#ShootMeStraightPodcast #Transformation #Redemption #Mindset #Resilience #Unfiltered

Join hosts Andrea Gallagher (@andrea_gallagher_) and Eddie Gallagher (@eddie_gallagher) for an honest, unfiltered, and deeply personal conversation with Chastity Wilson and Terry Wilson (@terry.m.wilson.jr).Terry, a former Green Beret, and Chastity open up about their journeys through the military, the challenges of transitioning back into civilian life, and how they’ve built a strong foundation as a couple navigating it all together.In this episode, we dive into:🎖️ Military Stories — raw experiences from Terry’s time as a Green Beret and how those moments shaped his perspective.🏠 Transition to Civilian Life — the struggles and adjustments veterans face when leaving military service.💑 Life as a Couple — how Terry and Chastity work as a team, sharing stories of resilience, partnership, and family life.📖 Life Journeys — pivotal moments that define who they are today and the lessons they carry forward.This conversation is about more than just military service — it’s about love, resilience, identity, and finding strength in the bonds of family.🎙️ Tune in for an inspiring, heartfelt discussion that will challenge you to reflect on service, sacrifice, and what it means to move forward together.Special thanks to our partners:🔥 Firecracker Farm – Everything is Better With Hot Salt🧊 Aqua Vitae IV – Wellness & Recovery in Destin, FL🔇 Elevated Silence – Premium Suppressors for Life’s Best Days#ShootMeStraightPodcast #MilitaryLife #Resilience #Family #LifeLessons #Unfiltered