#170 - Mark Evans, Retired Navy Master Chief, Engineer, and Triathlete

Engineer, retired Navy Master Chief, triathlete, and family man—Mark Evans has lived a life defined by responsibility under pressure. In this powerful conversation, Mark opens up about his 22+ years of military service, the burden of command, and the life-altering experiences that shaped his views on mortality, leadership, and what truly matters.We talk about surviving war, leading in life-or-death situations, and carrying the weight of tragic loss. Mark reflects on the lessons learned from his father’s hard-edged love, mentors who shaped his path, and the healing power of optimism. Despite witnessing humanity at its worst, he still believes the world is good—and that making a difference starts with the people right in front of us.Whether you’re navigating your own challenges, striving to lead others, or looking for proof that resilience can coexist with deep compassion, this episode will challenge and inspire you.Mark’s IG: https://www.instagram.com/frumpycob/Mark’s Photography: https://www.instagram.com/thenordicaphotography/Mark’s Site: https://shorturl.at/EUhcmSQ Merch: ⁠https://stupidquestions.show/pages/sq-merch⁠ SQ Newsletter: ⁠https://stupidquestions.show/pages/newsletter-signup⁠