In this powerful episode of The Quiet Fight, hosts Dylan and Jason sit down with Darren Mitchel, a retired RCMP Sergeant who spent most of his career on the elite Emergency Response Team (ERT). From high-risk operations to life-and-death decisions, Darren opens up about the intense realities of tactical policing in Canada and the personal cost that came with it.He shares his raw and deeply human journey through PTSD, the silent battles he faced behind the scenes, and what recovery has looked like after the badge came off. This is a candid conversation about trauma, resilience, and the strength it takes to speak up.Join us as we explore Darren’s story not just as a cop, but as a survivor, a father, and a man reclaiming his life after service.
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The Quiet Fight - Episode 9 Mitch Stretch
On this week’s episode, we’re joined by the one and only Mitch Stretch former D1 hockey player, successful real estate agent, and co-founder of Bear With Me Running Co.Mitch is a true inspiration, and today he’s sharing his powerful journey of resilience, mental health, and personal growth. From his days on the ice to navigating the ups and downs of life in the real estate world, Mitch opens up about the struggles, the victories, and how he’s become the person he is today.You won’t want to miss this conversation. Tune in and hear Mitch’s story about finding strength, facing challenges head-on, and living authentically in today’s world.
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Episode 8 - Relaxation, Progress and the Quiet Fight.
In This Episode of The Quiet Fight PodcastJason and Dylan sit down for a laid-back conversation about something we all need but rarely give ourselves permission to enjoy — relaxation. They dive into why slowing down isn’t weakness, but actually part of the process when you’re building something real.They reflect on their personal growth, what progress looks like when the hustle isn’t always loud, and how the podcast itself has been evolving — growing with them, step by step.From burnout to balance, this one’s for anyone who’s learning to breathe, be present, and trust the process.🔥 Tune in, chill out, and grow with us.#TheQuietFight #MentalHealth #ProgressOverPerfection #PodcastGrowth #RelaxationIsProductive #HealingJourney
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The Quiet Fight - Shalen Fox (episode 7)
In this powerful and emotional video, we follow the true story of Shaken Fox — a man who battled the depths of addiction and found the strength to turn his life around. From hitting rock bottom to rebuilding his identity, Shaken Fox’s journey is one of pain, perseverance, and personal triumph. Through raw interviews, real footage, and honest reflection, he shares how he overcame darkness, found purpose, and became a symbol of resilience and hope.This is more than a comeback story — it’s a reminder that no matter how lost you feel, redemption is always possible.#AddictionRecovery #MentalHealthAwareness #Inspiration #OvercomingAddiction #ShakenFox
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The Quiet Fight - Episode 6 - Sam Kosolofski
Sam was shot in the line of duty and didn't know if he was going to die, lose his leg or ever walk again. In the powerful episode, Sam shares the raw truth of that day, the long road to recovery and what it took physically, mentally and emotionally, to return to full-time duty. This story is of grit and resilience forged through trauma.
This is The Quiet Fight—a podcast for the men who carry weight in silence. The leaders, the protectors, the ones who were told to tough it out. Here, we talk honestly about burnout, identity, trauma, and recovery—with no shame, no sugarcoating. Just truth. If you’re in the fight, you’re not alone.
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