Episode Details

Recorded at SHOT Show 2026, I sit down with Rachel Otto — veteran law enforcement officer, competitive athlete, and the first and only female member of the United States Secret Service Counter Assault Team. Rachel and I first connected on the range a couple of years ago, and she immediately stood out as a serious professional with grit, presence, and performance to match the role she holds.

In this conversation, we talk about her upbringing, time as a military academy student-athlete, transition into law enforcement, and what it takes to operate at a high level in environments where standards aren’t optional. Rachel is candid, direct, and all business — and I think you’ll appreciate that.

Beyond her operational role, you’ll also find Rachel competing in The Tactical Games and working with Born Primitive Tactical. This is a conversation about pressure, preparation, and performance at the highest level.

Sit back and enjoy this After Dark episode with Rachel Otto.

Timestamps:

00:00 Intro

03:26 Rachel’s Path

10:02 Citadel To Policing

17:53 Patrol & Narcotics

29:21 Going Secret Service

35:59 Why Policing Feels Different

51:56 Standards & Fitness Debate

01:04:11 Joining CAT

01:09:48 Counter Assault Mission

01:15:53 Earning Respect

01:20:17 Family & Balance

01:34:47 Fitness & Sleep Focus

01:45:56 Sleep Routine Blueprint

01:51:56 Secret Service Reality

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