REAL ONES with Jon Bernthal
by Jon Bernthal
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Sir Byron Rodgers: 'A Warrior Without a War is Soulless'
Sir Byron Rodgers: 'A Warrior Without a War is Soulless'
About this podcast
Real Ones is a weekly podcast with Jon Bernthal that gives the microphone to some of the most interesting, authentic people living on the front lines of the big issues of our time. From cops to gang members, soldiers and doctors, activists and first responders, you’re going to hear from people who aren’t pushing any agenda other than honest, open dialogue. What transpires is informative, funny, and at times heartbreaking – delivered by people you’ll feel an immediate connection to.
Produced by: Dennis Stratton, Gareth Schweitzer, Jon Bernthal
Directed & Edited by: Elan Sobel
Episodes
The newest 20 of 72 episodes
- Sir Byron Rodgers: 'A Warrior Without a War is Soulless' · 2 h 11 minFormer Marine and elite protection specialist Sir Byron Rodgers joins Jon to discuss his remarkable journey from surviving multiple IED explosions in Iraq to becoming one of the…
- Agent Zero: Gilbert Arenas · 2 h 16 minNBA All-Star Gilbert Arenas sits down with Jon for an honest conversation about his journey from second-round pick to NBA superstar. Arenas shares stories about his father's…
- Ashley Stock: Navigating the Loss of Her Daughter and Parenting Through Grief · 2 h 8 minAshley Stock shares her family's journey after her daughter Stevie passed away from brain cancer. She talks about the decision to bring Stevie home for end-of-life care, how she…
- Jamie Lee Curtis: Unfiltered on Hollywood, Healing, and Finding Perspective · 1 h 23 minJamie Lee Curtis joins Jon Bernthal for a conversation that begins with Jamie discussing her role in the film "Borderlands," touching on the unusual character trait of objectum…
- From Rookie Cop to 9/11 Hero: Will Jimeno's Incredible Journey | Real Ones · 2 h 20 minJon Bernthal speaks with Will Jimeno, a former Port Authority police officer who survived being trapped for 13 hours under the World Trade Center rubble on September 11, 2001…
- Dr. Nick Bernthal Returns | REAL ONES · 2 h 15 minDr. Nick Bernthal, Jon's brother and orthopedic oncologist, returns to REAL ONES. This episode covers: • Challenges of treating cancer patients and delivering difficult news •…
- ECHOES: A Navy SEAL's 22 Year Journey · 32 minKevin Vance interviews Karl "Gus" Gustavson, a retired Navy SEAL with 22 years of service. Gustavson candidly discusses military brotherhood, sacrifice, and the transition to…
- Deborah Ann Woll on Keeping it Real in Hollywood · 1 h 27 min · Season 3 Episode 4Deborah Ann Woll talks candidly with Jon Bernthal about her journey in Hollywood. She discusses childhood bullying, the challenges of the entertainment industry, and maintaining…
- Primo Paulie's Raw Journey of Redemption · 1 h 26 minIn this gripping episode of Real Ones, guest host Richard Cabral sits down with "Primo" Paulie for an unfiltered conversation about life on the streets of East LA, battling…
- From Gangs to Growth: Father Greg Boyle on Healing and Hope in a first look of RESILIENCE with Richard Cabral · 59 minJoin Richard Cabral as he sits down with Father Greg Boyle, founder of Homeboy Industries, in this inspiring episode of RESILIENCE. Explore the transformative journey from gang…
- Lillo Brancato: Fame, Failure & Finding Purpose · 1 h 58 min · Season 3 Episode 1Jon Bernthal sits down with Lillo Brancato, star of 'A Bronx Tale,' for a raw and unfiltered conversation about fame, addiction, and redemption. Brancato opens up about his…
- Sean Penn on Art, Activism, and the Urgency of Ukraine · 1 h 34 min · Season 2 Episode 43Sean Penn shares his profound experiences from Ukraine, revealing the stark realities of war and the resilient spirit of its people. Penn and Bernthal delve into a deep…
- Zach Skow's Mission to Connect Rescues with Inmates · 2 h 10 min · Season 2 Episode 41Dive into the transformative journey of Zack Skow, founder of Marley's Mutts and the Positive Change program. This initiative pairs rescue dogs facing euthanasia with inmates in…
- From Afghanistan's Perils to Tennessee's Promise: the Story of Travis & Rom · 2 h 19 min · Season 2 Episode 40Join Jon in this episode as he sits down with Travis Ervin, a former US Marine, and Mohammed "Rom" Hamdard, an Afghan interpreter. Dive deep into their incredible journey from…
- Soldier of Salvation: Jeremy Locke's Drive to Make a Difference · 1 h 24 min · Season 2 Episode 39Dive deep into an emotional roller-coaster with Jeremy Locke as he recounts his experiences from war zones to the heart-wrenching stories of children in distress. Jeremy is the…
- "Defy the Norm" with Cody Alford · 2 h 13 min · Season 2 Episode 38Cody is a former Marine Raider & Scout Sniper who was on the frontlines of the Battle of Fallujah. Cody discusses the concept of "normal" and how it's a societal construct that…
- Big Shun Unfiltered: A Raw Conversation about Life, Karma, and Family · 1 h 5 min · Season 2 Episode 37"There's either not enough of me, or there is too much" - Big Shun Jon visits Shreveport to sit down with his longtime friend Big Shun for an intimate and raw conversation about…
- David Ayer & Jon Bernthal: Unfiltered Truths of Hollywood & Life · 2 h 2 min · Season 2 Episode 36Join a candid conversation between Jon and the quintessential "real one", David Ayer. From the gritty streets of Los Angeles to the intense sets of "Fury" and "The Tax…
- Mel Chancey talks Motorcycle Club Rivalries & the Path to Redemption · 2 h 26 minJoin Jon as he dives deep into the life of Mel Chancey, exploring club rivalries, unwritten rules, and the key moments that paved the path toward redemption. From tense…
- Living a double life: Lou Valoze discusses the duality of undercover life with Jon Bernthal · 1 h 36 min · Season 2 Episode 34Jon sits down with Lou Valoze, a former undercover agent, to explore the thrilling and often morally complex world of undercover work. Lou shares his journey from a directionless…
