Synopsis
After fighting his way just to be accepted into the Marine Corps and suffering through boot camp with a wrist injury, Nick Koumalatsos graduated company honor grad. He went on to become a 12-year Special Operations Marine Corps veteran with Marine Reconnaissance and Marine Special Operations Command. Nick is now the founder and CEO of Alexander Industries as well as an adventure + informational YOUTUBE channel with his partner Alison Capra. He started The Raider Project to connect with MARSOC and other USMC combat veterans to help them transition smoothly into the private sector. And on top of
Episodes
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The Brutal Truth: Your Marriage Sucks
22/09/2025 Duration: 06minMost marriages don’t end because of cheating or lack of love — they fail because both people stop putting in the effort. Men check out, women stop showing up, and before you know it, your relationship feels more like a roommate situation than a marriage.
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Charlie Kirk’s Death Is a Warning for America
19/09/2025 Duration: 18minAmerica is hurting. The tragic death of Charlie Kirk isn’t just about politics — it’s a warning sign for every American who believes in freedom, faith, and the right to speak without fear.This moment matters far beyond one man. As someone who served this country, I believe we are watching something dangerous unfold — and if good men stay silent, evil wins.This isn’t about left or right. This is about what kind of America our children will grow up in. Will we be a nation that silences voices through violence, or will we stand together for truth, courage, and conviction?
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Do You Want Truth or Lies? This is What Happened.
15/09/2025 Duration: 05minJohnny Slicks: https://linktw.in/hBGXvs Big corporations don’t like when small businesses tell the truth. Recently, Johnny Slicks was contacted by a massive company with endless resources - all because we exposed what’s really inside everyday products.This isn’t just about us — it’s about a larger cultural battle over transparency, health, and who really controls the narrative.
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The Science Behind Johnny Slicks: Nature Beats Chemicals
08/09/2025 Duration: 07minIn this video, we dive into the science behind Johnny Slicks — showing how natural ingredients like tea tree oil, peppermint, and argan oil aren’t just “organic buzzwords”… they’re proven by research to fight bacteria, promote hair growth, and actually heal. Meanwhile, Big Pharma and chemical companies have flooded the market with products that strip away the natural benefits our bodies truly need.
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Running a Business, Fixing Injuries, Shooting Guns – A Day in The Life
01/09/2025 Duration: 12minLife doesn’t slow down. Running a business, training Jiu Jitsu, recovering from injuries, and showing up every day requires structure, discipline, and the ability to keep moving through chaos.In this day in the life, I take you behind the scenes of what it really takes to balance it all—early training, managing pain, handling business challenges, and carving out time for personal growth.
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“The Truth About the Word ‘Organic’ They Don’t Want You to Know” - Johnny Slicks
25/08/2025 Duration: 06minJohnny Slicks dives into the surprising truth about the word “organic” on product labels. Retail giants demand endless paperwork, vendor lists, and lab details—yet companies using cheap chemicals face no scrutiny at all. Why? Because the system is built to protect mass production, not quality craftsmanship.This isn’t just about labels—it’s about honesty, health, and protecting what we put on our bodies.
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How This Marine Raider Fought His Way Back from Rock Bottom - Osee "Trey" Fagan
22/08/2025 Duration: 01h10minFormer Marine Raiders open up about brotherhood, loss, addiction, faith, and the long road to healing. From combat deployments to rock bottom moments, this story is about more than war — it’s about resilience, surrender, and rebuilding life when everything seems lost.If you’ve ever wondered what life is really like after the uniform comes off, or how veterans can fight back against the struggles of civilian life, this is the episode you need to hear.
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From Training 'The Punisher' to Training for Life - A Day in the Life
18/08/2025 Duration: 14minFrom training The Punisher’s most jacked look ever in New York, to building Johnny Slicks into a global brand, to crypto wins, family moments, and lessons on what real success looks like. It’s not just training for a role — it’s training for life. Because the journey is the prize.
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Why You Should Care About 'American Made'
11/08/2025 Duration: 02minAmerica was built on the backbone of manufacturing — strong, self-reliant, and proud. But over the years, we traded quality for convenience, outsourcing jobs and weakening the foundation that made this country great.At Johnny Slicks, we’re changing that. Every product we make is American made, crafted with organic, high-quality ingredients, and built to last. When you choose Johnny Slicks, you’re not just getting top-tier grooming products — you’re supporting American workers, their families, and communities across the country.Make the choice to invest in America.
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Mothers Raise Boys. Fathers Make Men | Nick Koumalatsos
04/08/2025 Duration: 01minMasculinity is under fire—but the truth is, the next generation of men still needs strong fathers.This video is a message to every father, every son, and every man who’s still learning what it means to lead.
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The #1 Way Men RUIN Their Lives Without Realizing It
21/07/2025 Duration: 12minMost men think it's about career, money, or hustle. But the truth? The woman you choose will either push you to greatness—or drag you straight to rock bottom.In this video, I break down why your choice of partner is the single most important decision you’ll ever make. From combat leadership to business, nothing has shaped my success more than who I chose to build with.
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How to Stop Being BROKE | Nick Koumalatsos
14/07/2025 Duration: 18minThere’s a massive difference between being broke and being poor — and if you don’t know it yet, it might be the reason you're stuck. In this video, I break down how I went from rock bottom to building multiple income streams, changing my money mindset, and finally achieving financial freedom.If you’re grinding 80 hours a week and still not getting ahead… this is for you.No, the system isn’t rigged.No, rich people didn’t just “get lucky.”You don’t need more hours — you need a better system.
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Why Winners Keep Winning (And You Don’t… Yet) | Nick Koumalatsos
07/07/2025 Duration: 12minLet’s cut the excuses. If you're not where you want to be in life, there's a reason—and it's not luck, talent, or who you know. It's discipline. Focus. Execution. In this video, I break down the 3 REAL reasons most people stay stuck, broke, distracted, and frustrated—and exactly how to fix them
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You're (Probably) One of the Weak Men I'm Talking About | Nick Koumalatsos
30/06/2025 Duration: 13minThis one might hit hard — and if it does, GOOD.Because the truth is, most men today are soft, lost, and passive. They lack discipline. They have no direction. They crumble under pressure. But it’s not entirely their fault — it is, however, their responsibility to FIX IT.
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Fathers Day Isn’t Steak and Sex — It’s THIS
23/06/2025 Duration: 08minMost guys joke about Father’s Day being all about steak and sex — but what if we’ve been missing the point all along? My 4-year-old son reminded me what being a father is truly about: presence, purpose, and pouring into the next generation.From conversations by the campfire to uncontrollable laughter, these little moments matter more than we realize. This is a call to all intentional dads — to lead with love, show up when it’s hard, and create memories that outlast any gift.
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How Origin USA Is Rebuilding America With American Hands
20/06/2025 Duration: 01h20minWhat happens when a broke jiu jitsu competitor from Maine decides to take on global manufacturing—and wins?In this episode, we sit down with Pete Roberts, the founder of Origin, to unpack how he went from competing in Abu Dhabi to building one of the only American-made clothing and gear companies left in the country. From salvaging looms in abandoned mills to fighting back against outsourcing, Pete shares how his passion for jiu jitsu turned into a mission to revive American industry—without asking for permission.
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A Father's Purpose | Nick Koumalatsos
15/06/2025 Duration: 01minThis Father’s Day, we’re not just handing out compliments or coffee mugs. We’re calling out the men who choose to lead with purpose. The dads who show up even when they’re tired. The ones who carry the weight of responsibility, not because it’s easy — but because it matters.Whether you're a dad, want to be one, or were raised by a great one — this is a reminder of what real leadership looks like.To all the fathers who lead with heart — this one’s for you.
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A Green Beret’s Fight with PTSD, Alcohol, and Identity - Nicholas Allen
13/06/2025 Duration: 51minWhat happens when a former Green Beret loses his mission?In this powerful conversation, we sit down with a Special Forces veteran who opens up about life after the military—the trauma, the addiction, the identity crisis, and the painful road to personal redemption. From being at the top of his game in special operations to hitting rock bottom in civilian life, his story is a raw reminder that the fight doesn’t end when the uniform comes off.
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How a Marine Raider Faced His Demons Without Quitting - Cody Alford
11/06/2025 Duration: 25minIn this powerful conversation, former Marine Raider Cody Alford opens up about his journey from elite special operations to facing the hardest battle of all—believing he was worthy. Cody shares raw stories about transitioning out of the military, dealing with depression, confronting hormonal imbalances, and rediscovering purpose through surrender, ownership, and internal healing.Whether you're a veteran, a leader, or just a man trying to make sense of your life, this episode will hit home. We talk about the dark side of leadership, the truth about testosterone and bloodwork, and what it really means to show up authentically as a man today.
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Marine Raider Explains Why You Keep Self Sabotaging Your Success
09/06/2025 Duration: 11minWhy do we keep falling off the path—whether it's our fitness goals, our relationships, or our mission in life?In this video, I break down the real reason most people never follow through—unaddressed trauma. As a former Marine Raider and the founder of The Agoge, I’ve coached men for over a decade, and one pattern is clear: self-sabotage isn’t about laziness or lack of discipline… it’s deeper.