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Iran Prepares to Strike the US As Tensions Escalate in the Middle East | Ep. 287 | Pt. 1
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- Mike Drop
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- Apr 14, 2026
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- 4895
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Summary
Joe England—aka Stoic Viking—shares his incredible story of survival, resilience, and purpose. After a near-fatal car accident that changed everything, Joe opens up about rebuilding mentally and physically, his drive to serve, and the mindset forged through adversity. The conversation also dives into hard geopolitical realities, including a raw discussion on Iran, global conflict, and what many are missing about the threat landscape. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices