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
May 06, 2025

Busy Month!

Team Never Quit with Marcus Luttrell

April was another busy month with talks, podcasts, movie planning, and a special day in Petaluma!

Podcast

I’m recording and dropping weekly Calm in the Chaos Podcast episodes to share 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 the recent episode of Troy Palmer as he describes the details of an aerial gun battle during a special operations infil!

Book News

11% Off! 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.

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

From Toronto to Ohio to Indiana to California to Minnesota to Texas….

The Resilient Show with Chad Robichaux

April 1 - 4 - Everest Keynote CORE IV ATHLETE in US and Canada (Redeemer University, Cedarville University, and Grace College)

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

April 8 - Into the Breach Show - Ethan Nagel

April 22 - Team Never Quit - Marcus Luttrell

April 24 - The Resilient Show - Chad Robichaux

April 30 - Inducted into the Marquis Who's Who

Added to A-Speakers and BigSpeak Speaker Bureaus

Upcoming Podcast or Media Appearances:

  • Everest Keynote NHA, San Diego, CA (event cancelled)

  • American Family Insurance, Seattle, WA

  • Degrees of Success - UOPX

  • Business Insider Article

  • The Summit by Forbes Travel - Monaco

Blind Descent Movie

The Blind Descent motion picture screenwriting starts next month!

Western Cwm - Mount Everest

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“Failure is simply the opportunity to begin again, this time more intelligently.”

Henry Ford

Thank you!

Brian Dickinson

Book Recommendation and Merch Discount Code

Tip of the Spear by Rodney Magallan

The elite aren't "different." If you have the work ethic, you can do the same great things. Stop looking at these doctors, lawyers, CEOs, Navy SEALs, etc., as the only markers of success. We define our own success.

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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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