Brian Dickinson Newsletter

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

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Brian Dickinson
December 11, 2025

HAPPY HOLIDAYS!

We live in a crazy busy world. I hope you are able to find time to slow down for this holiday season. It’s so important to pause and reflect. To celebrate the successes and to grieve the hardships, but not to camp in either. It’s how we continue moving forward.

I just want to say how grateful I am for all of you. I look forward to what 2026 brings us.

Always forward!

Reviews mean the world! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

Please leave a review for any of my books you’ve read. It means the world to me and other authors when you provide feedback!

Bloodline of Redemption: A Military Thriller

A rogue Russian submarine. A buried Cold War vendetta. And a hunted American aircrew forced to fight for redemption across the depths of the Pacific and into the icy peaks of the Cascades.

Blind Descent: Surviving Alone and Blind on Mount Everest

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.

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.

Calm in the Chaos Podcast

I’m so incredibly grateful for the success of the Calm in the Chaos Podcast. I launched it one year ago after the release of my book with the same title. I wanted a platform to continue to tell the stories of these unsung heroes, and the mind blowing results just came in!

  • 229,401 streams and downloads

  • Top 10% global ranking

  • Top 4% of new podcasts on Spotify

  • Rapid growth across all streaming platforms

Thank you so much for listening!

Partnership Opportunities

I have decided to open the podcast up to a few select partners to help sustain the growth. If you or someone you know is interested in supporting the show, please submit a request at: https://briandickinson.net

Calm in the Chaos Merchandise!

Available platform editions: Sea King, Sea Knight, Seahawk, Chinook

Use code: SARRESCUE10 for 10% off

My new Devotional on Trauma drops next week on December 16th!

Thank you!

Brian Dickinson

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