The Tuxes & Tomahawks Podcast

Over the course of my life, I have had a plethora of experiences. Some good, and some bad. I have traveled around the country, worked the land, served in our nation’s military, and always believed in giving back to the communities we live in. Throughout the past few decades of my life, I've discovered one common factor: We all have a story to tell. All of us have experienced love, loss, success, and failure. I've made it my passion and my mission to find these amazing people. I'm going to tell their stories, embrace the positive impacts they are making in the world around them, and learn as much as I can in the process. My hope is that you and I can collectively formulate a greater understanding of the human race, and thus we can better understand ourselves. I will be on this endless journey; seeking people out to tell their stories that will inspire you.

SPECIAL EPISODE: Justice for Joe Fernau 09/18/2025

Episode 68: Tuxes & Tomahawks Meets the Irish Political Roundup 09/02/2025

Episode 67: Col George Markert, USMC (RET) 08/04/2025

Episode 67: Col George Markert, USMC (RET) 🎙️ Episode 67: The Mission Isn’t Over – Colonel George Markert’s Next Battle: The U.S. Senate In Episode 67 of Tuxes & Tomahawks, host Adam DeRito sits down with a true warrior, patriot, and visionary leader: Colonel George Markert, USMC (Ret.). With over 30 years of global service, Colonel Markert's career reads like a living history of America’s modern military operations—from East Timor to Iraq, Afghanistan, and the Horn of Africa. But now, this decorated Marine is answering a new call: to serve the people of Colorado in the United States Senate. Born in Virginia Beach and forged through three decades of leadership under fire, Colonel Markert's record is unmatched. He led logistics and combat operations across five continents, supported operations following 9/11, commanded battalions in the fight against terrorism, and served as a strategic advisor inside U.S. Central Command. His personal decorations—among them the Bronze Star, Defense Superior Service Medal, and Legion of Merit—reflect not just courage under fire, but principled, results-driven leadership at the highest levels of national defense. But Colonel Markert’s dedication didn’t stop at retirement. He recently served as Director of Operations for GeoStabilization International, applying military precision to safeguard America’s critical infrastructure. With four master’s degrees—from Penn State to the Naval War College—this is a man who understands strategy, economics, and security from both the battlefield and the boardroom. Now, Colonel Markert is stepping into the arena once again—this time to fight for Coloradans fed up with career politicians, weak borders, crumbling infrastructure, and a federal government that has lost touch with real American values. With a proven record of service, sacrifice, and strategic leadership, George Markert is the statesman Colorado needs to restore honor, accountability, and strength in Washington. Why He’s the Right Senator for Colorado: He has defended America abroad—he’ll defend Colorado at home. He brings unmatched executive and crisis leadership from the Pentagon to the Pacific. He understands both national security and economic security—and he knows how to lead in both. He’s not a politician. He’s a Marine. He’s a builder. He’s a fighter. And he’s just getting started. 🎧 Tune in now to hear why Colonel George Markert is ready to be Colorado’s next great senator—and how his mission to serve has only just begun. #TuxesAndTomahawks #VeteranLeadership #AmericaFirst #GeorgeMarkert #ColoradoSenate #MilitaryToMission #SemperFiSenator #FaithFamilyFreedom #DeRitoForDemocracy /episode/index/show/firstdonoharmpodcast/id/37598440

Episode 66: COL Curtis Lee USMC (RET) 07/21/2025

Episode 66: COL Curtis Lee USMC (RET) 🎙️ Episode 66: From Battlefield to Heartsville: A Marine Colonel’s Mission to Resettle Ukraine’s Best and Brightest In this gripping episode of Tuxes & Tomahawks, host Adam DeRito sits down with Colonel Curtis Lee, USMC (Ret.), a decorated Marine with 29 years of service spanning Operation Provide Comfort, OIF, and OEF. But his mission didn’t end with retirement—it evolved into a fight for hope, dignity, and opportunity for families fleeing war. As Chair of Carolinas for Ukraine (C4U) in Hartsville, SC, Col Lee has led a groundbreaking grassroots effort to resettle 30 Ukrainians—integrating them into a rural American town of just 7,500. In a candid conversation, Col Lee unpacks how this tight-knit community welcomed these families with open arms, and how Ukrainians became thriving neighbors, workers, entrepreneurs, and contributors to local schools, churches, and charities. But the clock is ticking. Col Lee exposes the unintended crisis brewing as the expiration of humanitarian parole and work authorizations looms—threatening to cast these hardworking newcomers into undocumented limbo, or force them to flee once more. He argues for a common-sense extension of legal protections that would keep America’s door open to talented, vetted refugeesbolstering communities across the country. 🪖 Key Highlights: How a Marine colonel leveraged his civil affairs and logistics experience to build a model for successful refugee resettlement Why bipartisan support is essential for a blanket extension of Uniting for Ukraine (U4U) humanitarian parole Lessons learned from Afghanistan’s chaotic evacuation—and what they taught Col Lee about resettling people from war zones The economic and cultural benefits Ukrainians have brought to rural South Carolina—and why America should replicate this success story nationwide A frank discussion on immigration policy, conservative principles, and balancing compassion with security. 🌎 Why It Matters: With 240,000 Ukrainians resettled across the U.S. under U4U, the stakes are high not just for these individuals—but for America’s identity as a nation of opportunity. Col Lee makes a powerful case that extending their legal status isn’t just the right thing to do—it’s the smart thing. 🔥 About Our Guest: Col Curtis Lee is a retired Marine colonel who commanded logistics and civil affairs units across three decades of service, including combat deployments to Iraq and Afghanistan. A veteran of charitable missions in Africa and Asia, he now channels his leadership into transforming rural communities at home. Proving that service doesn’t stop at the uniform’s edge. 🎧 Listen now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or your favorite streaming platform and learn how one Marine’s post-service mission is reshaping America’s heartland. /episode/index/show/firstdonoharmpodcast/id/37341935

Episode 65: LT Kegan "SMURF" Gill 07/07/2025

Episode 64: Scott Bottoms 06/23/2025

Episode 63: Joel White 06/16/2025

Episode 62: Morgan Lerette 06/09/2025

Episode 61: Miles Spencer 05/26/2025

Episode 61: Miles Spencer 🎙️ Episode 61: Miles Spencer — From Kayaks 🛶 to Capital 💰, a Life of Curiosity 🤔 and Courage 💥 In this episode of Tuxes & Tomahawks, we sit down with the endlessly fascinating Miles Spencer — a man who proves that curiosity isn’t just a trait, it’s a compass 🧭. Miles is a digital media entrepreneur 📱, angel investor 👼, and explorer 🌍 who co-created the trailblazing PBS show MoneyHunt — a pre-Shark Tank 🦈 staple that schooled entrepreneurs across America before reality TV got the memo. He’s helped launch and grow companies that created over 1,100 jobs 👷‍♀️👨‍💻, advised founders for three decades ⏳, and raised two kids 👧🏉👦 who are learning that their dad is equal parts adventurer and sage. But this conversation goes way beyond the boardroom 🧳. From leading 1,500 people across open sea by kayak 🌊, to trekking 1,100 miles through Middle Eastern deserts 🐪, to writing the Amazon bestseller A Line in the Sand 📖🔥, Miles lives the kind of life that reads like an epic… and paints like one too 🎨. We talk mentorship 💬, startups 🚀, raising kids 🏡, life after the pandemic 😷➡️🌅, and why playing rugby with your son 🏉 or painting with your daughter 👩‍🎨 might be just as important as building your next company 💡. This is a story about how far questions can take you — if you’re willing to stray from home 🏞️, put in the miles 🥾, and never stop asking ❓. 🎧 Tune in for: Business lessons from a pre-Shark Tank pitchmaster 💼 What kayaking and venture capital have in common 🛶💵 Raising kids and coaching startups (spoiler: not so different) 👨‍👧‍👦👨‍🏫 The art of starting over — and painting what you see 🎨🔁 How to live a life that’s actually worth writing about ✍️🌟 📍 Whether you're in a business leader, adventurer, entrepreneur, or somewhere in between — this one’s for the curious. Connect with Miles: -Instagram: @ milesspencer - /episode/index/show/firstdonoharmpodcast/id/36570120

Episode 60: Aaron "AG" Gregoroff 05/19/2025

Episode 59: Christian Ray Flores 05/12/2025

Episode 58: John Noster 04/28/2025

Episode 58: John Noster 🎙️ Episode 58 – Government Gone Rogue: One Man’s Battle Against FBI Corruption 🔥🇺🇸 In this jaw-dropping episode of Tuxes & Tomahawks, we uncover a harrowing tale of injustice, entrapment, and survival inside the belly of the American federal justice system. Our guest—an investigative reporter turned whistleblower—shares a firsthand account of how the FBI and DOJ shattered the Constitution to build a false narrative, destroy a man’s life, and nearly cost him everything, including his life. 🎧 What You’ll Hear: The real story behind the fabricated federal charges: pipe bombs, silencers, “militia ties,” and more—all lies. How federal prosecutors exposed their own agents: stating clearly in court that there was no evidence of racism, extremism, or violence. A gut-wrenching story of torture and neglect at MDC Los Angeles—including a brutal beating, brain injury, and denied medical care. Why taking the case to trial was a life-threatening decision, and how fear of being killed behind bars shaped the path to justice. An inside look at the $5 million civil rights settlement after a separate investigation exposed destruction of critical evidence by the FBI and local law enforcement in a false child abuse case. The shocking reality: After all the smoke cleared, the U.S. government sent this man to a minimum-security camp with no fences, volleyball courts, and TVs in every room. 👁️ This isn’t just a story—it’s a warning. When federal power goes unchecked, when due process is replaced with press conferences and smear campaigns, the government becomes the accuser, judge, and executioner. 💥 If you care about truth, justice, and the future of American freedom, this is the episode that will shake you to your core. 🔗 Tune in now. And ask yourself—what would you do if the FBI came for you? #TuxesAndTomahawks #WrongfullyAccused #DOJCorruption #FBIWhistleblower #AmericanInjustice #StandForTruth #CivilRights #TacticalTruth #ExposeTheCorruption #PodcastAlert #DarkSabreProductions /episode/index/show/firstdonoharmpodcast/id/36299195

Episode 57: Baker Leavitt 04/21/2025

Episode 56: Carl Wheless 04/14/2025

Episode 55: Wells Jones 04/07/2025

Episode 55: Wells Jones EPISODE 55: WELLS JONES 🔥From Antarctic Skies to Middle Eastern Sands – The Untamed Life of Wells Jones 🔥 This episode isn’t just a conversation—it’s a full-throttle journey through some of the most extreme, exhilarating, and inspiring adventures on the planet. Wells Jones has lived more lives than most can dream of: US Navy Antarctic Pararescue Team 🏔️ – Mastering extreme survival, skydiving over the South Pole, and pushing the human body to its limits. Actor & Producer 🎭 – From Off-Broadway to TV screens, under the stage name Tad Jones, bringing stories to life. Elite Explorer 🌍 – Scaling 14,000-foot peaks, solo hiking Santa Fe Baldy, and conquering Deception Peak before sunrise. Middle Eastern Expedition Leader 🐪 – Trekking across the desert via camel, scrambling up ancient walls, and navigating 39 security checkpoints across Jordan, Syria, and Israel. MoneyHunt & "A Line in the Sand" 📖 – Co-host of the PBS series MoneyHunt and co-author of the upcoming book A Line in the Sand, a gripping fusion of history and real-life adventure. Kayak for a Cause 🚣‍♂️ – Organizing a Guinness World Record event, launching 313 kayaks in a single event to raise $50,000 for charity. Running with the Bulls 🏃‍♂️ – Facing the legendary Spanish bulls head-on in Pamplona, Spain (July 2023). 💡 Key Takeaways: ✔️ How extreme survival training in Antarctica shaped a fearless mindset. ✔️ The power of adventure as a tool for storytelling and self-discovery. ✔️ What it’s like to cross war-torn borders and retrace T.E. Lawrence’s path through the Middle East. ✔️ How to turn personal experiences into films, books, and impact-driven projects. 🎧 This is not just a story—it’s a masterclass in resilience, adventure, and pushing past limits. Buckle up, because this episode will leave you breathless and inspired. 📢 Listen now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and all major platforms! 🔗 Follow Wells & Stay Connected: 🎥 Tad Jones IMDB 📖 A Line in the Sand 🌍 MoneyHunt PBS 🚣‍♂️ Kayak for a Cause 🔥 Join the Conversation: #AdventureUnleashed #ExtremeSurvival #LineInTheSand #WellsJones #DarkSabreProductions #TuxesandTomahawks /episode/index/show/firstdonoharmpodcast/id/35968260

Episode 54: Kijuan Amey 04/01/2025

Episode 54: Kijuan Amey EPISODE 54: KIJUAN AMEY 🚀 From the Skies to the Stage – Kijuan Amey’s Unstoppable Journey 🚀 In this deeply inspiring episode of Tuxes & Tomahawks, we bring you the story of Kijuan Amey, a man whose vision extends far beyond what the eyes can see. From fueling fighter jets mid-air to fueling human potential, Kijuan’s journey is one of service, survival, and success. 🔥 Inside This Episode: 🌍 From Durham, NC, to the US Air Force, where he spent a decade as an in-flight refueling specialist, rising to the rank of Staff Sergeant. ⚡ A life-changing moment—how a motorcycle accident in 2017 took his eyesight but not his vision. 🎖️ His leadership role as Vice President of the Carolina Regional Group of the Blinded Veterans Association and his work as a mentor and ambassador for the Air Force Wounded Warriors Program. 🥁 Beyond the battlefield—his 25+ years as a drummer, his talent for on-stage acting, and his upcoming bestseller, Don’t Focus on Why Me. 🎤 How he turned adversity into a platform for empowerment, motivation, and transformation, speaking to audiences of 1,500+ and mentoring individuals one-on-one. 💡 Key Takeaways: ✔️ “I may have lost my sight, but I did not lose my vision.”—How Kijuan redefined his life’s purpose. ✔️ Overcoming obstacles—Lessons from the Air Force, personal tragedy, and rebirth through resilience. ✔️ How to turn pain into power—the mindset shifts necessary for unstoppable growth. ✔️ Why service never stops—mentorship, advocacy, and impacting lives beyond the uniform. 📢 Don't miss this conversation! Kijuan is not just a speaker—he’s a catalyst for transformation, ready to ignite the fire within you. Whether you're a veteran, entrepreneur, or someone searching for purpose, this episode will change the way you see challenges. 🎧 Listen now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and all major streaming platforms! 📩 Connect with Kijuan Amey: 📞 Phone: 919-808-4348 📧 Email: [email protected] 🔗 Website: Amey Motivation LLC 🔥 Follow & Share Your Thoughts: #AmeyMotivation #DarkSabreProductions #Tuxes&Tomahawks /episode/index/show/firstdonoharmpodcast/id/35968000

COLORADO POLITICS: Janet Hidalgo 03/27/2025

COLORADO POLITICS: Janet Hidalgo 🎙️ Inside CO-3: Janet Hidalgo Exposes Political Power Plays in Colorado's Largest District In this episode, we sit down with Janet Hidalgo — a passionate mother, dedicated caseworker, and vocal advocate for transparency in Colorado politics. Janet, a mother of three adult children and proud grandmother (with another grandchild on the way!), holds dual Bachelor of Science degrees in Psychology and Library Science, as well as a Master’s in Military and First Responder Psychology. Her professional mission? Helping adults secure the waivers they need to remain independent as long as possible. But today, she’s pulling back the curtain on something far more political. As a member of the Teller Committee in Colorado’s Congressional District 3 — the largest in the state — Janet gives us an unfiltered look into the recent reorganization meeting that’s raising serious questions. From external influence by elected officials, to violations of Robert’s Rules of Order, to suspect ballot collection and voting technology, Janet lays out the concerns she witnessed firsthand. Her motivation is personal and powerful: Colorado failed her children, pushing them to seek better opportunities elsewhere. Now, she’s stepping up to demand change — not just for her family, but for every conservative in Colorado. “I believe in standing up for the truth,” she says. And in this episode, that’s exactly what she does. 🎧 Tune in for: An insider's perspective on the controversial CD-3 elections Why local politics matter more than ever How one mom’s personal story turned into political action 💥 This is not just a story — it’s a call for accountability. Available Now on All Platforms! https://rumble.com/v6r990o-colorado-politics-janet-hidalgo.html https://www.youtube.com/live/bI_If4IVRLE?si=bLHAI5rVBf0rPDjG https://x.com/AdamDeRito/status/1905065824769175969 /episode/index/show/firstdonoharmpodcast/id/35882110

Episode 53: Jeremy Goodall 03/25/2025

Episode 53: Jeremy Goodall EPISODE 53: JEREMY GOODALL 🎙️ “Boots on the Ground & Eyes on the Stars” with Jeremy Goodall In this electrifying episode, we sit down with a true political powerhouse and entrepreneurial visionary—Jeremy Goodall. With nearly two decades of service fueling the grassroots engine of Colorado Republican politics, Jeremy has become a cornerstone in the fight for conservative values from the precincts of El Paso County to the national stage. As the current Republican Chairman of Congressional District 5 and a trusted voice on bylaws and strategy, Jeremy has recruited and mentored an army of political leaders, candidates, and grassroots organizers across the state. With a résumé that includes managing campaign workforces of 150+ people, placing over two dozen amendments on the Colorado ballot, and earning an official endorsement from the Trump Campaign as a 2024 National Delegate, his impact on the political landscape is undeniable. But Jeremy’s influence doesn’t stop at politics. He’s the founder of a space technology company, the president of an award-winning event and video production firm, and a key figure in multiple startup ventures—helping raise hundreds of thousands of dollars in funding. His creative talents have powered campaign ads and advocacy spots supporting pro-life and pro-family causes. A founding board member of Protect Kids Colorado, Jeremy is a fierce defender of women’s sports and spaces, standing at the front lines of cultural and legislative battles that shape the future of the next generation. Join us as we dive into Jeremy’s dynamic world—where politics, media, faith, and innovation collide. From his roots in grassroots mobilization to launching initiatives in orbit, this is one conversation that will leave you fired up, focused, and ready to make an impact. 🎧 Tune in now. 📍 Episode 53 — Tuxes & Tomahawks: Where the culture war meets the campaign trail. /episode/index/show/firstdonoharmpodcast/id/35845375

Episode 52: Darcy Schoening 03/25/2025

Episode 52: Darcy Schoening EPISODE 52: DARCY SCHOENING 🔥Political Firebrand or Policy Powerhouse? The Unstoppable Rise of Darcy Schoening 🔥 In this must-listen episode of Tuxes & Tomahawks, I sit down with Darcy Schoening, a Colorado political figure and unapologetic force in conservative activism. As the Director of Special Initiatives for the Colorado Republican Party, Darcy has led the charge on highly controversial issues, from banning medical transitions for minors to fighting for parental rights in schools. 🚀 Inside This Episode: The Moms for Liberty Takeover – How Darcy turned a local chapter into a policy powerhouse, influencing dozens of school boards to reject mask mandates, vaccine policies, and state-imposed screenings. The Battle Over Homelessness – Why she fought to block low-income housing and continues to push for the removal of homeless encampments near residential areas. Law & Order Agenda – How she’s rallying local governments to reject sanctuary city policies and protect their communities. Trump’s Colorado Endorsement Shockwave – The behind-the-scenes look at how she convinced the Colorado Republican Party to back Donald Trump in 2024, a move previously unheard of in state GOP politics. Guns, Governance, and Grassroots Power – Her role in the Colorado Federation of Republican Women, Pikes Peak Firearms, and local government boards. 💡 Key Takeaways: ✔️ Parental rights, medical freedom, and conservative policies—why they matter now more than ever. ✔️ The fight against progressive policies in Colorado—what’s next? ✔️ How grassroots movements can shake the foundations of local and national politics. ✔️ What it takes to push back against an ever-changing political landscape. 📢 Whether you love her or love to hate her, one thing is certain—Darcy Schoening is a political force to be reckoned with. 🎧 Tune in now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and all major platforms! 🔗 Follow & Stay Connected: 🌎 www.darcyforchair.com 📢 Moms for Liberty 🔥 Join the Conversation: #PoliticalFirebrand #MomsForLiberty #ColoradoPolitics #Trump2024 #DarkSabreProductions #Tuxes&Tomahawks /episode/index/show/firstdonoharmpodcast/id/35845400

Episode 51: Lori Saine 03/25/2025

Episode 51: Lori Saine EPISODE 51: LORI SAINE 🔥Taking on the Deep State, Open Borders, and the War on Energy – The Unstoppable Lori Saine Fighting for America First!🔥 In this hard-hitting episode of Tuxes & Tomahawks, we sit down with Lori Saine, a battle-tested conservative warrior who has never backed down from a political fight. As a staunch ally of President Donald J. Trump, Lori has fought on the frontlines for election integrity, constitutional rights, and individual liberty—and she’s here to break down the biggest battles ahead. 🚀 Inside This Episode: Fighting the Government Machine – How Lori took on reckless spending, job-killing policies, and out-of-control leadership—and won as a Weld County Commissioner and Colorado State Representative. The Border Crisis & National Security – Why Lori believes open borders are a direct threat to American families and how she’s working to stop it. The War on Energy – What the radical left doesn’t want you to know about the fight against America’s energy independence. Weaponization of Government – How the federal overreach is destroying small businesses, targeting conservatives, and threatening free speech. Promises vs. Action – Why Lori delivers results while others just talk. 💡 Key Takeaways: ✔️ Election integrity and why it still matters in 2024. ✔️ How the government’s economic policies are driving inflation—and what must be done to stop it. ✔️ The America First movement’s biggest challenges—and how conservatives can fight back. ✔️ Faith, family, and country—why these values are at the heart of Lori’s mission. 📢 This is more than a political conversation—it’s a battle cry for every patriot who refuses to back down. 🎧 Tune in now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and all major platforms! 🔗 Follow Lori & Stay Connected: 🌎 Website: 📢 Election Integrity Watch 🔥 The Energy Independence Fight 🔥 Join the Conversation: #AmericaFirst #ElectionIntegrity #BorderSecurity #LoriSaine #DarkSabreProductions #Tuxes&Tomahawks /episode/index/show/firstdonoharmpodcast/id/35822655

Episode 50: Casey West 03/24/2025

Episode 50: Casey West EPISODE 50: CASEY WEST 🔥From Combat to Consciousness – A Story of Survival, Transformation, and Alternative Healing 🔥 What happens when a Marine, a motorcycle club member, and a terminal diagnosis collide? A story so intense, so raw, and so life-changing, that you won’t be able to stop listening. In this episode of Tuxes & Tomahawks, we sit down with a former combat Marine, adrenaline junkie, and unconventional healing advocate who has lived through war, destruction, and his own body turning against him—only to come out stronger, wiser, and on a mission to help others reclaim their power. 🚀 Inside This Episode: From a broken home to the battlefield – How growing up between Richmond, VA, and East Texas shaped an unstoppable warrior. The Marine years – 94 combat missions in 160 days, serving as a helicopter mechanic and gunner in Helmand, Afghanistan. The dark side of adrenaline – Post-military life led to a 1% motorcycle club, but running from the past only led to more pain. A wake-up call like no other – How a terminal cancer diagnosis forced a radical shift in mindset and purpose. Breaking away from the system – Why he refused traditional cancer treatments like chemotherapy and took healing into his own hands. The biohacking blueprint – Exploring hyperbaric oxygen, methylene blue, cold plunges, sauna, and red light therapy as powerful alternatives. 💡 Key Takeaways: ✔️ You can’t outrun your trauma—but you can face it head-on. ✔️ Cancer and emotional wounds are more connected than we think. ✔️ Alternative healing is real—and sometimes, it’s the only way. ✔️ Survival isn’t just about the body—it’s about mindset, discipline, and radical self-awareness. 💭 This is more than a story—it’s a call to arms for anyone who refuses to be a victim of circumstance. If you’re ready to take your healing, your health, and your mindset to the next level, this episode is for you. 🎧 Tune in now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and everywhere you get your inspiration fix! 📢 Join the conversation: #WarriorMindset #HealingWithoutLimits #UnbreakableMinds #DarkSabreProductions #Tuxes&Tomahawks Instagram: @transmute_that_innerg GoFundMe: Website: /episode/index/show/firstdonoharmpodcast/id/35822570

COLORADO POLITICS: Carol Riggenbach 03/24/2025

Episode 49: Karmela and Joel Waldman 03/17/2025

Episode 49: Karmela and Joel Waldman EPISODE 49: JOEL & KARMELA WALDMAN 🔥 From Network News to True-Crime Royalty – The Incredible Story of Surviving the Survivor 🔥 What happens when an Emmy Award-winning journalist and his Holocaust survivor mother launch a podcast together? A mix of true crime, raw storytelling, and deeply personal revelations that has taken the world by storm. In this gripping episode of Tuxes & Tomahawks, Joel Waldman, former Fox News Washington correspondent and Fox 5 investigative reporter, shares his journey from covering Capitol Hill to uncovering the most compelling survivor stories. Alongside his mother, Karmela Waldman, a Holocaust survivor and psychotherapist, the duo delivers riveting, emotional, and sometimes laugh-out-loud moments as they navigate life, loss, and the resilience of the human spirit. 🚀 Inside This Episode: From Breaking News to Podcasting Stardom – Why Joel left network news and found his true calling. The True-Crime Phenomenon – How Surviving the Survivor became a must-listen hit in the world of true crime. Karmela’s Untold Story – How she survived World War II by hiding in a boys’ Catholic school and the emotional toll of losing a son and facing life without her husband of 63 years. The Art of Mother-Son Podcasting – The hilarious, touching, and brutally honest dynamic between Joel and Karmela. Mastering Life’s Biggest Questions – A rare, unfiltered look at aging, parenthood, grief, and what it really means to survive. 💡 Key Takeaways: ✔️ What true crime can teach us about resilience and the human condition. ✔️ Behind the scenes of investigative journalism and why some stories haunt reporters forever. ✔️ Why survival isn’t just about escaping danger—it’s about finding meaning in tragedy. ✔️ How an unlikely podcast turned into a life-changing experience. 📢 If you love true crime, gripping storytelling, and heart-to-heart conversations, this is an episode you can’t afford to miss. 🎧 Tune in now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and all major platforms! 🔗 Follow & Stay Connected: 📚 Book: Surviving the Survivor 📸 Instagram: 🎙️ Podcast: Surviving the Survivor 🔥 Join the Conversation: #SurvivingTheSurvivor #TrueCrime #Resilience #PodcastingWithMom #DarkSabreProductions #Tuxes&Tomahawks /episode/index/show/firstdonoharmpodcast/id/35596575

Episode 48: Michael Herrick 03/10/2025

Episode 47: The Wulf - A Night With ANTIFA 12/18/2024

Episode 47: The Wulf - A Night With ANTIFA Join me as an undercover operative infiltrates ANTIFA during the election cycle in Portland and exposes them! Documentarian, Independent Journalist, Videographer, Editor, Graphic Artist, Writer & Producer “WULF” is a documentarian and creator of the original docu-series “A Night With Antifa: Escape From Portland” in which he infiltrated an antifa cell in Portland Oregon in August of 2024 and filmed his journey of spending a week on the streets going deep undercover. In the film his infiltration climaxes when the Antifa group members commit arson (and he films it) at which point, things go sideways… Along with his two hour series which is split into four parts, he’s also conducted 5 hours of interviews both on the streets of Portland and with people related to the crimes committed in the film. In his journey Wulf explored the psychology of what “drives” the typical Antifa member. We only had an hour to get this story down in the podcast interview today but it gets deeper explored in his coming interviews on THE WULF CHANNEL. The overarching “theme” of what Wulf learned while documenting his time with Antifa is what he considers the “driving force” behind the “woke” movement.. So what is the driving force behind Antifa? Find out in today's episode of Tuxes and Tomahawks as host Adam DeRito gets to the bottom of this question.. Watch their conversation and tune in to THE WULF CHANNEL to see the whole series of events as they actually happened… “THE WULF CHANNEL” @VVVLF on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@VVVLF Instagram: @official_cursed_content https://www.instagram.com/official_cursed_content/ Follow him on X @vvvlfwulf https://x.com/VVVLFWULF WULF’s “SMELL-O-GRAM” 👃: https://t.me/+8yPqKSkGVpNjNmJh WULF’S MERCH (shop) https://06f541-8d.myshopify.com/ [purchases help support his journalism] /episode/index/show/firstdonoharmpodcast/id/34521055

SPECIAL EPISODE: ELECTION 2024 & THE DERITO ACT 11/06/2024

Episode 46: Colorado Politics with Kathy Reeves 10/13/2024

Episode 45: Joseph Gibson 09/06/2024

Episode 43: CO REP Ken DeGraff, USAFA '90 09/05/2024

Episode 44: CO-6 Congressional Candidate John Fabbricatore 09/05/2024

Episode 44: CO-6 Congressional Candidate John Fabbricatore John is a retired member of the Senior Executive Service and former Field Office Director (FOD) for U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), Enforcement Removal Operations (ERO). The jurisdiction John oversaw includes Colorado and Wyoming, covering 200,000 square miles and more than 200 federal employees. John began his career of service by joining the United States Air Force. During his 4 years in the Air Force, John served as a Security Police and Security Forces member. John began his civilian federal career in 1996 with the Federal Protective Service (FPS) as a police officer for the General Services Administration (GSA), where he was assigned to the New York Terrorist Trials Operations Command in New York City. In 1997, FPS sent him to Denver, Colorado, to work on both Oklahoma City Bombing trials. Two years later, he became an officer for the former U.S. Immigration and Naturalization Service (INS) in Denver. In 2003, John was selected as an instructor for the newly formed U.S. Immigration Customs Enforcement (ICE), Enforcement Removal Operations (ERO) Academy at the Federal Law Enforcement Training Center, where he taught in the Physical Techniques Division and the ERO Fugitive Operations Academy. In 2005, John was promoted to Supervisory Officer for the ICE Denver Field Office. There, he helped establish the Criminal Alien Program and numerous fugitive task forces. He was promoted in 2011 to Assistant Field Office Director (AFOD), where he presided over Criminal Prosecutions and Fugitive Operations. He later served as the AFOD over Field Operations, Emergency Management, and Intelligence. During this time, John attended the United States Marshals Service Training Academy and completed the Fugitive Investigator Course. John greatly impacted the State of Colorado, as he served as the Denver Field Office, Deputy Field Office Director from 2017 to 2020, when he was then promoted to Field Office Director. During this tenure, John was detailed for six months to the DHS Joint Task Force West in San Antonio, Texas, where he served as Deputy Chief of Staff. John oversaw the initial rollout of Operation Opioid Counterstrike, a multi-agency, cross-corridor operation at the federal, state, local, tribal, and international level to disrupt Transnational Criminal Organizations' trafficking in opioids. In 2021, he was detailed to Washington, DC, to work in the DHS Operations section as the Director of Independent Departure for the Afghanistan Refugee crisis, Task Force Operation Allied Welcome. In 2023 he received the Secretary of the Department of Homeland Security Silver Medal for Meritorious Service Award. He was also awarded the Meritorious Life Saving Medal from Arapahoe County Sheriff’s Office for saving a life in a fire. John retired from ICE on July 31, 2022 and now resides in Aurora, CO. He is happily married to Eileen and has two beautiful children, Olivia and Symon. They also have two rescue pups named Thor and Layla. In John’s free time, he trains in Brazilian Jiu jitsu, provides self-defense training to the local communities, and enjoys hunting on his property in Craig, CO. /episode/index/show/firstdonoharmpodcast/id/32927052

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