This episode is a repost from Substack, originally published on November 2, 2025. I am reposting it here as The D-Minus Diaries is now available across all major podcast outlets.
A look at how America ended up in another shutdown and what it reveals about leadership, pride, and the people caught in the middle. Inspired by two bull elk locking antlers, Jim Jones breaks down the crisis and offers practical Green Beret tips for getting through hard times.
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Prefer to read instead? The full essay is available right here on Substack.
