🚨 **EPISODE 65: LT Kegan "SMURF" Gill — Phoenix Rising** 🚨
🎙️ Dive into the incredible story of LT Kegan "SMURF" Gill, USN (Ret.), a former Navy F/A-18E Super Hornet pilot who survived the **fastest ejection in naval aviation history — at 695 mph.** 🚀
Despite **severe injuries, 13 surgeries, PTSD, and a traumatic brain injury**, Kegan's journey didn't end with survival. He faced years of darkness, but through **holistic therapies** — including **psychedelic-assisted treatments** — he discovered a path to profound healing.
Today, Kegan is a **motivational speaker, author, coach, and family man**, dedicated to inspiring others to conquer their own challenges. His memoir, *Phoenix Revival: The Aftermath of Naval Aviation's Fastest Survived Ejection*, reveals a raw, honest account of pain, perseverance, and ultimate transformation.
🔥 In this episode of **Tuxes & Tomahawks**, you'll hear:
✅ What it's like to eject at nearly Mach 1 — and survive.
✅ The brutal reality of injuries, surgeries, and battling PTSD.
✅ How innovative treatments are changing lives for veterans.
✅ Why faith, family, and resilience matter more than ever.
📚 **ORDER THE BOOK**: *Phoenix Revival* — a must-read memoir for anyone facing life's toughest battles.
🎧 **LISTEN NOW**: Episode 65 of Tuxes & Tomahawks — streaming wherever you get your podcasts!
👉 Follow Kegan on Instagram: @kegansmurfgill
for more stories of courage, recovery, and hope.
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