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In this powerful episode of Planet Tyrus, Tyrus sits down with Don Overton, a U.S. Army veteran, veterans advocate, and former national executive director of the Blinded Veterans Association, to discuss his journey from being wounded and blinded during Operation Desert Storm to helping inspire a life-changing technology program for blind and low-vision veterans. Don shares how Ray-Ban Meta AI glasses helped him regain independence after more than 30 years without sight, allowing him to read documents, identify objects, navigate his surroundings, and experience everyday moments in a whole new way. Tyrus and Don also talk about combat trauma, veteran advocacy, privacy concerns around AI, and why this technology could change the future for disabled veterans across America. STAY IN THE ORBIT 🪐 Instagram 👉https://www.instagram.com/planettyruspod/ Facebook 👉https://www.facebook.com/PlanetTyrusPod X 👉https://x.com/PlanetTyrusPod Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

How fast did the T-Rex actually move, and are we missing thousands of bizarre dinosaur species completely lost to history? Paleontologist Dr. David Hone breaks down the wild mechanics of prehistoric predators. Tyrus sits down with world-renowned paleontologist and author Dr. David Hone to tear down decades of Hollywood dinosaur myths. From the biomechanics of how a 7-ton Tyrannosaurus rex actually tracked down its prey, to the groundbreaking discovery that feathers evolved long before dinosaurs did, this deep-dive covers the lost branches of evolution on isolated volcanic islands. STAY IN THE ORBIT 🪐 Instagram 👉https://www.instagram.com/planettyruspod/ Facebook 👉https://www.facebook.com/PlanetTyrusPod X 👉https://x.com/PlanetTyrusPod Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Tyrus sits down with Florida Lieutenant Governor and candidate for Florida GovernorJay Collins, for a conversation about combat, leadership, sacrifice, politics, and the future of America. In this episode of Planet Tyrus, Jay Collins opens up about his journey from the battlefield to public service, what real resilience looks like, and why the fight for Florida’s future matters. STAY IN THE ORBIT 🪐 Instagram 👉https://www.instagram.com/planettyruspod/ Facebook 👉https://www.facebook.com/PlanetTyrusPod X 👉https://x.com/PlanetTyrusPod Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Congressman Byron Donalds joins Tyrus on Planet Tyrus for a candid conversation about President Trump’s endorsement, the Florida governor race, the future of the Free State of Florida, and what real leadership looks like behind the scenes. Tyrus and Byron Donalds break down the Mar-a-Lago moment that changed everything, including how President Trump called Donalds into the spotlight and made it clear where he stood. From that unforgettable endorsement to the pressure of running for governor, Donalds opens up about the responsibility of leadership, the weight of public life, and why staying grounded matters more than chasing headlines. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Did George Washington really chop down that cherry tree, and what were his teeth actually made of? Tyrus travels back to 1776 for a hilarious and shocking 4th of July exclusive interview! In this special holiday edition of Planet Tyrus, Tyrus sit down with the ultimate rebel himself—General George Washington. From the terrifying reality of outmanned battles in New York to the actual gross truth behind 18th-century bathrooms and his infamous dentures, no stone is left unturned. Stick around until the very end for a hilarious twist that completely catches the crew off guard! STAY IN THE ORBIT 🪐 Instagram 👉https://www.instagram.com/planettyruspod/ Facebook 👉https://www.facebook.com/PlanetTyrusPod X 👉https://x.com/PlanetTyrusPod Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Did you know the Secret Service was originally created to hunt down counterfeiters, not protect the President? To celebrate America's 250th birthday, Tyrus and Harry share 4 of the wildest, underrepresented stories from American history!In this exclusive episode of Planet Tyrus, the guys trade their usual headlines for premium Americana storytelling. They break down the tactical genius of the WWII "Ghost Army" that used inflatable tanks and fake audio to outsmart the enemy , the bizarre and tragic 1919 Boston Molasses Flood that changed structural engineering forever , and the bureaucratic proofreading delay that pushed our Independence Day celebration from July 2nd to July 4th. It’s a hilarious look at how American ingenuity and a few historical accidents shaped the greatest nation on earth. STAY IN THE ORBIT 🪐 Instagram 👉https://www.instagram.com/planettyruspod/ Facebook 👉https://www.facebook.com/PlanetTyrusPod X 👉https://x.com/PlanetTyrusPod Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Tyrus sits down with retired U.S. Navy SEAL officer and podcaster Jocko Willink for a powerful conversation on discipline, military service, fatherhood, accountability, and the danger of comfort. In this episode of Planet Tyrus, Jocko and Tyrus break down why the military can give young men purpose, how discipline creates freedom, why victimhood destroys progress, and how complacency can creep into your career, marriage, parenting, and everyday life. Jocko also shares lessons from the SEAL teams, transitioning into civilian life, building a new mission, raising strong kids, and why anyone curious about jiu-jitsu should stop waiting and start training. STAY IN THE ORBIT 🪐 Instagram 👉https://www.instagram.com/planettyruspod/ Facebook 👉https://www.facebook.com/PlanetTyrusPod X 👉https://x.com/PlanetTyrusPod Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Tyrus sits down with Sean Gleason, CEO and Commissioner of PBR — Professional Bull Riders, for a high-energy conversation about why bull riding has become one of the most exciting live sports in America. After taking his family to a PBR event in Texas, Tyrus was hooked by the action, the crowd, the bulls, the riders, the pyro, the patriotism, and the family-friendly atmosphere. Sean Gleason breaks down how PBR became a must-see event, what makes elite bull riders and bucking bulls world-class athletes, and how PBR is creating new opportunities for cowboys, cowgirls, stock contractors, and the next generation of Western athletes. Tyrus and Sean also discuss the rise of women’s rodeo, Premier Women’s Rodeo, American values, live sports entertainment, and why PBR feels like the WWE meets the rodeo. STAY IN THE ORBIT 🪐 Instagram 👉https://www.instagram.com/planettyruspod/ Facebook 👉https://www.facebook.com/PlanetTyrusPod X 👉https://x.com/PlanetTyrusPod Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In addition to being the president, Theodore Roosevelt was an adventurer, conservationist, animal lover, and one of the most fascinating figures in American history. In this episode of Planet Tyrus, Tyrus dives into Roosevelt’s legendary 1903 trip to California, his three-night Yosemite camping trip with John Muir, and the presidential adventure that helped shape America’s national parks. This conversation explores the wild side of Theodore Roosevelt: his role in protecting America’s wilderness, his respect for the Buffalo Soldiers, the origin of the teddy bear, his connection to Abraham Lincoln, and even the story of Josiah the Badger, Roosevelt’s unforgettable White House pet. From Yosemite to the Rough Riders to the birth of conservation, this episode uncovers the Roosevelt stories most people never learned in history class. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Before WWE, Fox News, and Planet Tyrus, there was another chapter of Tyrus’ life that most fans have never heard: his time as a teacher and recreation therapist working with kids in group homes. In this episode of Planet Tyrus, Tyrus opens up about how physical education, sports, play, discipline, and patience helped him connect with children who had been through unimaginable challenges. Tyrus shares how teaching changed his view of success, why play can be a powerful tool for learning, and how moments in the classroom still mean as much to him as anything he has done on television or in wrestling. From basketball leagues and football games to tough love, foster care, and the emotional cost of saying goodbye, this is one of Tyrus’ most personal stories yet. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices