Beer:30 | A podcast, brought to you by UF PRO
Episodes
Inside the Life of a Close-Protection Operator
06 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Beer:30, we sit down with Derek Nugent, former infantry NCO, Ironman athlete, and close-protection specialist. He talks about his t...
What Survival Really Looks Like
08 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Beer:30, we sit down with survival instructor, author, and educator Kevin Estela about life in the wild, from the frozen Arctic to ...
From Scout Sniper to Modern Day Rifleman
04 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Former Marine Scout Sniper and Modern Day Sniper founder Caylen Wojcik joins Beer:30 to talk long-range shooting, competition, and the mindset that se...
From Fundamentals to Performance in Shooting
06 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Rick Crawley, founder of Achilles Heel Tactical, Marine Corps veteran, and former SWAT officer, shares how fundamentals—not outcomes—drive lasting...
Why Shotguns Demand Respect and Skill
02 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In the latest episode of the UF PRO Podcast, we team up with Triple Feed—veterans with decades of frontline experience in law enforcement, military,...
Mastering Low-Visibility
05 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This episode features David Acosta Jr., a 17-year law enforcement veteran with extensive experience in patrol, narcotics, and SWAT. He shares insights...
Why Sports Shooting Drills Make Sense for LEOs | Beer:30
07 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Paul Costa is an active Law Enforcement Officer with 18 years of experience, serving in diverse roles from road patrol to tactical units. He's a ...
Tracking Poachers with K9s | Beer:30
02 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This episode features Colin Patrick, a seasoned reserve manager and canine training expert, as he illuminates the vital partnership between humans and...
Tracking from the Front Line to the Bush | Beer:30
12 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we sit down with Boris Vos, former Royal Netherlands Marine, to explore his transition from military life to conservation work—wher...
Ballistics failures and common misconceptions | Beer:30
23 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Armin and Nico Köhler, Sales Manager at Mehler Vario System, a globally renowned manufacturer of ballistic protection and carrying systems, discuss t...
Thermal signature in the combat zone | Beer:30
16 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Beer:30, Armin and Darko are joined by Marko Peljhan, co-founder and partner at C-Astral Aerospace, a globally recognised company t...
How to pack efficiently for modern-day deployment | Beer:30
31 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Armin and Darko discuss how the changes in the modern-day battlefield might affect military doctrine and gear in the future.𝗙𝗼𝗹𝗹𝗼𝘄 𝗨...
How to pack efficiently | Beer:30
16 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Beer:30, Armin and Darko exchange views on the question of what you need to take into consideration when deciding what goes into yo...
Loadout of a contemporary combat medic | Beer:30
12 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
We are back for a cold one. This time Darko is hosting Luka Zorenč, an ex-SF combat medic, who uncovers his past role in the ranks. Listen to a brill...
Development of a perfect protection system with Jakob Kolbeck (Linderhof-Taktik) | Beer:30
12 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Armin's guest in this episode is former KSK team member Jakob Kolbeck, who is now the CEO of Lindnerhof-Taktik. Want an insight look at the obses...
Protecting (and surviving) the wilderness | Beer:30
18 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Armin and Boris sat down for another intriguing conversation over a cold one. This time the discussion was about Boris's beginnings in tracking, ...
Experience of a former member of the Royal Netherlands Marine Corps | Beer:30
12 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
The UF PRO Beer:30 continues with a special 2-part episode. This time, Armin hosts Boris Vos, a former member of the Royal Netherlands Marine Corps, n...
How to maintain tactical clothing | Beer:30
04 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Regular maintenance and gear inspection are your first line of defense when it comes to ensuring the longevity of your tactical clothing. Yet we often...
Flame-retardant clothing for tactical units | Beer:30
27 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
You have your risk assessment in and it involves proximity exposure to detonating IED devices and flashover fires. Armin and Darko discuss what to con...
Tactical Winter Clothing | Beer:30
22 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Big ideas start with a beer. UF PRO Beer:30 is a series of talks related to tactical clothing, its application, and actual experiences from profession...