Lethal venomous viper. Flip Flops. Romantic sunsets….not three words you would expect to go together. In today’s episode, Army Ranger Matthew Griffin reveals exceptional insider secrets to adventures in remote, off the beaten path places and potentially dangerous places. You can drop Griffin anywhere in the world and he will crush it….on that subject, strap in for one of the most harrowing war stories shared in Tactical Talk so far involving a shocking, unusual threat to his Stryker. Today’s show will help you master exploring remote – and often dangerous – places in the world safely. Hook yourself up with his outstanding advice on how to access notoriously tough places. Learn what this expert carries in his bag that you should too – and what you should definitely not carry. Discover some amazing tips on how to learn about the location before you arrive. Find out the best way to decide where to stay. Uncover how the pros protect themselves against local threats.  And hear how this tactical pro makes the most of these extraordinary places so you can too. A West Point grad, he did five tours in Afghanistan and Iraq with the 75th Ranger Regiment. After the military, he became Director of Military Sales for Remote Medical International and Director of Special Operations for Protect the Force.  Griffin then founded Combat Flip Flops – a company he pitched on the popular show Shark Tank where he earned a deal with three of the sharks – including Mark Cuban.  This veteran has turned an idea into a million dollar retailer of shoes and accessories. Here’s the thing – he’s still making a difference with his company and you can too. Proceeds from his ultra-popular flip flops, shoes and accessories go to putting Afghan girls in schools and helping to clear mines in Laos. Definitely do not miss his icebreakers. Griffin shares some ground truth on sheep, vipers and goats. A fantastic storyteller, today you’ll get immersed in several dangerous missions. And he will have you laughing out loud with his apt details about daily life downrange.