Brian Dickinson Newsletter

Bestselling Author, Podcast Host, Keynote Speaker, U.S. Navy Aviation Rescue Swimmer, Solo Mount Everest Summiteer, Survivor

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Brian Dickinson
March 11, 2025

New Everest Keynote Video. WATCH NOW! 

Another busy month! JoAnna and I traveled for keynotes in Europe to Shipshewana to Seattle to Columbus and finally back to Seattle…just to head back to the midwest in a few weeks. It’s exhausting, but worth it to have an impact on others!

Podcast

The Calm in the Chaos Podcast has been a fun success in sharing the untold stories from the U.S. Navy’s elite heroes! Be sure to subscribe or get early access to episodes with a paid subscription!

Be sure to check out this historic episode of Larry Grossman saving 19 lives from a burning submarine (USS Bonefish)!

Upcoming Podcast or Media Appearances:

  • Never Quit - Marcus Luttrell

  • Resilient - Chad Robichaux

  • Degrees of Success - UOPX

  • Business Insider Article

Book News

Blind Descent: Surviving Alone and Blind on Mount Everest (Kindle Edition)

All alone at 29,035 feet, low on oxygen, and stricken with snow blindness, Brian was forced to inch his way back down the mountain relying only on his Navy survival training, instincts, and faith.

20% Off with Additional 10% Discount on Amazon!

Calm in the Chaos: True Tales from Elite U.S. Navy Aviation Rescue Swimmers (Hardcover)

From an elite Navy rescue swimmer comes this insider perspective on what it takes to survive some of the most dangerous situations imaginable — and how the lessons learned can help overcome other momentous challenges.

Media Appearances

My recent visit to Shipshewana, Indiana was one of the most eye-opening and humbling experiences I’ve had in a long time! With over 13,000 attendees, the majority Amish traveling thru a blizzard from 8+ states, I gave 2 keynote talks and signed over 300 books. Most importantly, I met some of the kindest people on the earth!

February 28 - Everest Keynote for Linde, Cleveland, OH

March 10 - Everest Keynote Mountain Lake Academy, NY

March 13 - Everest Keynote Empire Hyd - NY

April 1 - 4 - Everest Keynote CORE IV ATHLETE in US and Canada (3 colleges)

April 15 - Recognized for Brian Dickinson Day, Petaluma, CA

May 13 - 16 - Everest Keynote NHA, San Diego, CA

UOPX sent their creative team out for a week of filming a Degrees of Success mini documentary of my Everest experience.

Blind Descent Movie

The Blind Descent motion picture screenwriting starts soon!

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Mark Divine, NYT Bestselling Author, Retired U.S. Navy SEAL

Thank you!

Brian Dickinson

Book Recommendation and Merch Discount Code

Targeted: Beirut: The 1983 Marine Barracks Bombing and the Untold Origin Story of the War on Terror - Jack Carr and James M. Scott

Targeted: Beirut: The 1983 Marine Barracks Bombing and the Untold Origin Story of the War on Terror.

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Limited Production Rescue Swimmer Silhouette Apparel

Helicopter Rescue Swimmer Silhouette apparel for Coast Guard AST and Navy. Use 10% Discount Code: DICKINSON10

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