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Not your father's podcast about national security and defense, the OFP team covers the interesting, relevant, irrelevant and entertaining stories that are ignored by the mainstream media. This week: America’s National Defense Strategy, a review – oh and also that time some Navy guys did LSD on an aircraft carrier. In a world flooded with mountains of content it can be incredibly challenging to find concise, entertaining and informative material to listen to. OFP is a podcast dedicated to educating and entertaining its listeners. Focused on national security and defense, the OFP podcast covers not only the interesting / relevant / irrelevant / entertaining stories that are ignored by the mainstream media, but also the critical topics surrounding our nation's national defense. OFP strives to offer compelling, entertaining, and authentic commentary for listeners with impactful insight and analysis beyond traditional sound-bite content. In an era of stove-piped reporting where many only listen to the side they want to hear, OFP is committed to bringing you stories that can be appreciated and enjoyed by all listeners, left, right and both inside and outside of the military community. In an era where the divide between civilian and service members is ever-widening, OFP is a podcast for anyone interested in laughing while learning. Featuring: Zach Shore and Dylan Currie This Week: America’s National Defense Strategy, a review – oh and also that time some Navy guys did LSD on an aircraft carrier. Zach and Dylan take a look at some recent headlines that have gone unreported in the mainstream media while also digging into the Department of Defense’s recent NDS. Is America in a position to fight and win a major conflict? Are we developing the weapons we need? Do we need to start building bunkers and hiding under our desks? Listen and find out! Episode S1 Ep.01 is available on iTunes and Soundcloud.  [Originally recorded November 19, 2018] Runtime: 49 minutes (c) 2018 Lima Charlie Media Lima Charlie podcasts are available on iTunes and Soundcloud. Don’t forget to share (#OFP), subscribe and leave us a 5 star rating and review. For up-to-date news, please follow us on twitter at @LimaCharlieNews

Join Lima Charlie for the fourth in a series of podcasts addressing PTSD, depression and suicide, and the many unorthodox treatments available to those that suffer. This week in Part 2, the team examines the healing powers of yoga, meditation and deep breathing, while also discussing the power of prayer and whiskey. James and Don also explain their yoga experiences, with special guest DeDe Fuentes, yoga expert. Featuring: Don Martinez, James Cordea and Anthony LoPresti Episode S3 Ep.04 is available on iTunes and Soundcloud. It's also available for download here. [Originally recorded July 13, 2018] Runtime: 39 minutes (c) 2018 Lima Charlie Media Lima Charlie podcasts are available on iTunes and Soundcloud. Don’t forget to subscribe and leave us a 5 star rating and review. Lima Charlie provides global news, featuring insight & analysis by military veterans and service members Worldwide. For up-to-date news, please follow us on twitter at @LimaCharlieNews

Join Lima Charlie for the third in a series of podcasts addressing PTSD, depression and suicide, and the many unorthodox treatments available to those that suffer. This week, the team examines the healing powers of yoga (and Yoda), meditation and deep breathing, agreeing that breathing is everything. Join guest Elena as she guides the team through some essential breathing techniques taken from Russian SAMBO, Systema, boxing and U.S. Navy SEAL training. The team also tries to figure out the meaning behind the latest U.S. Army study on meditation, but fails. James discusses his recent cannabis/yoga beach event, while Don explains his yoga experiences. And at the end of the day, the team agrees that if you're going to effectively combat PTSD and depression, you must train yourself to let go of everything you fear to lose. Featuring: Don Martinez, James Cordea and Anthony LoPresti, with guests Ed Lee and Elena. Interview with 8thFlower. Produced by: (Notorious) Ed Lee. Episode S3 Ep.03 is available on iTunes and Soundcloud. It's also available for download here. [Originally recorded July 5, 2018] Runtime: 50 minutes (c) 2018 Lima Charlie Media Lima Charlie podcasts are available on iTunes and Soundcloud. Don’t forget to subscribe and leave us a 5 star rating and review. Lima Charlie provides global news, featuring insight & analysis by military veterans and service members Worldwide. For up-to-date news, please follow us on twitter at @LimaCharlieNews

Join Lima Charlie for the second in a series of podcasts addressing PTSD, depression and suicide, and the many unorthodox treatments available to those that suffer. This week, the team continues on the healing abilities of cannabis, and the many choices out there, with interviews from the D.C. Veterans rally. Also guest Du On (Dennis), Lima Charlie's newest reporter, discusses how his service in the South Korean Army affected him, and mental health issues facing veterans and service members from the ROK military. Featuring: Don Martinez, James Cordea and Anthony LoPresti, with guest Du (Dennis) On. Interviews with Chris Mueller and Ryan Walton. Lima Charlie podcasts are available on iTunes and Soundcloud. Don’t forget to subscribe and leave us a 5 star rating and review. Runtime: 38 minutes (c) 2018 Lima Charlie Media Lima Charlie provides global news, featuring insight & analysis by military veterans and service members Worldwide. For up-to-date news, please follow us on twitter at @LimaCharlieNews

Join Lima Charlie for the first in a series of podcasts addressing PTSD, depression and suicide, and the many unorthodox treatments available to those that suffer. This week, the team focuses on the healing abilities of cannabis, and the many choices out there. Featuring: Don Martinez, James Cordea and Anthony LoPresti Lima Charlie podcasts are available on iTunes and Soundcloud. Don’t forget to subscribe and leave us a 5 star rating and review. Runtime: 36 minutes (c) 2018 Lima Charlie Media Lima Charlie provides global news, featuring insight & analysis by military veterans and service members Worldwide. For up-to-date news, please follow us on twitter at @LimaCharlieNews

Lima Charlie interviews Operation: Connect, a unique group founded by four women, that seeks to help veterans thrive and assimilate in their post-military career. Read the full story at www.limacharlienews.com Lima Charlie podcasts are available on iTunes and Soundcloud. Don’t forget to subscribe to the Lima Charlie podcast and leave a review once you finish listening. You can also follow Lima Charlie on Twitter @LimaCharlieNews This episode was produced by James Fox Story by Donald Martinez Runtime: 32.15 (c) 2018 Lima Charlie Media Lima Charlie provides global news, insight & analysis by military veterans and service members Worldwide. For up-to-date news, please follow us on twitter at @LimaCharlieNews

Lima Charlie Interviews Dave Stern and Guests about the Fine Art Blockchain Event. Blockchain and cryptocurrencies are set to disrupt nearly every industry, and have already become a changing force within the global fine art market. While news often focuses on the price of Bitcoin, there is a much larger story to be told about the technology and its gamechanging uses in the art world. Lima Charlie News spoke with US Air Force veteran and art collector, David Stern, about his upcoming seminar on the impact of blockchain and cryptocurrency on the fine arts market. David served in the Strategic Air Command before he started collecting art 8 years ago. Now he wants to explore the ways that these new technologies are revolutionizing the art industry. Read the full story @ limacharlienews.com

Tech: Lima Charlie talks with Tim Wales, CEO and Co-Founder of Kadima Ventures by Lima Charlie News

The Opioid Epidemic is now a Public Health Emergency, as a result of Donald Trump's declaration in October, which is a step forward considering the opioid crisis has officially killed more Americans than the Vietnam War. However, Opioid abuse amongst military veterans rarely receives headlines, despite vets being more prone to addiction compared to the American civilians they protect. Listen to this episode of the Lima Charlie News Podcast, for a discussion on opioids with two characters at the center of this issue. First, Don Martinez--a retired Field Artillery Officer in the U.S. Army--describes his history of opioid dependency at the VA, and how he overcame his struggle. Then, we go to the VA Hospital in New York City to speak with Dr. Brian Sands, the Chief Medical Officer of the Opioid Treatment Program in the VA's Harbor Healthcare System. This episode was produced and edited by James Fox, for Lima Charlie News.

The University of Southern California and the University of California-Los Angeles are conducting a DoD-funded research project aimed at improving the health, acceptance and integration of LGBT service members across the military. If you would like to learn more about the USC-UCLA study on LGBT service members, you can email [milacceptance2017@gmail.com] or call (310)825-9153. In addition, if you are an active duty LGBT service member, you can take the anonymous, online survey here: [http://bit.ly/milacceptance]

Tech: Lima Charlie Talks with Pavel Cherkashin about Advertising Through the Blockchain by Lima Charlie News

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Lima Charlie Tech’s Tony Sklar sits down with Steve Brumer, partner at 151 Advisors, to talk about the Internet of Things, Blockchain, and the challenges that exist in the ecosystem. [Edited by James Fox]

Tech: Lima Charlie Gets the Scoop On Blockchain From Smart Contract Expert Dario De Martino by Lima Charlie News

Lima Charlie News MENA Report covers Middle East / North Africa developments as reported by Lima Charlie's MENA Bureau. This week, MENA Bureau Chief John Sjoholm interviews CNN’s Peter Bergen about his documentary, “Legion of Brothers.” The two also discuss the developments about the Islamic State, the Taliban, and al Qaeda, as well as the future of Afghanistan. Peter Bergen is CNN’s National Security Analyst, prolific author, professor, and famed journalist. Listen in to the MENA Report Ep.0.3 Lima Charlie podcasts are available on iTunes and Soundcloud. Don't forget to subscribe and leave a 5 star rating and review.  Follow Lima Charlie on Twitter @LimaCharlieNews, and follow @JohnSjoholmLC and @LimaCharlieMENA for the latest developments in the Middle East. [Recorded OCT 17 2017] [Producer: Anthony A. LoPresti] [Audio Engineer: James Fox]

Tech: Lima Charlie Talks to Robin Raskin about Blockchain and the History of Payments by Lima Charlie News

Tech: Lima Charlie interviews Prakash NM of BNP Paribas by Lima Charlie News

Lima Charlie Tech’s Tony Sklar sits down with Andre De Castro, CEO and Founder of Blockchain of Things, in order to discuss Blockchain, cryptocurrency, and security across a global transaction infrastructure. Lima Charlie News is a proud media sponsor for this year’s Blockchain 360 Conference (October 23-24, 2017) at the Intercontinental Hotel, Times Square, New York City. [Edited by James Fox]

Lima Charlie Tech’s Tony Sklar sits down with Chad Arryo Executive Director of Bunker labs New York (@BunkerLabsNY) about Blockchain, cryptocurrency, ICO and the challenges that exist in the ecosystem. Lima Charlie News is a proud media sponsor for this year’s Blockchain 360 Conference (October 23-24, 2017) at the Intercontinental Hotel, Times Square, New York City. [Edited by James Fox]

A study released by the Department of Veteran’s Affairs (VA) on September 15, 2017, continues to shed light on information about Veterans committing suicide. The recent VA examination included 50 states Puerto Rico and the District of Columbia. It's widely known there are at least 22 Veteran suicides per day across the United States. According to the VA, findings show there is variability across the nation in the rates and numbers of deaths by suicide among Veterans. Overall, the Veteran rates mirror those of the general population in the geographic region, with the highest rates in Western states. While we see higher rates of suicide in some states with smaller populations, most Veteran suicides are still in the heaviest populated areas. The suicide rate among middle-aged and older adult Veterans remains high. In 2014, approximately 65 percent of all Veterans who died by suicide were age 50 or older. After adjusting for differences in age and sex, the risk for suicide was 22 percent higher among Veterans when compared to U.S. non-Veteran adults. After adjusting for differences in age, the risk for suicide was 19 percent higher among male Veterans when compared to U.S. non-Veteran adult men. After adjusting for differences in age, the risk for suicide was 2.5 times higher among female Veterans when compared to U.S. non-Veteran adult women. “These findings are deeply concerning, which is why I made suicide prevention my top clinical priority,” said VA Secretary Dr. David J. Shulkin. “I am committed to reducing Veteran suicides through support and education. We know that of the 20 suicides a day that we reported last year, 14 are not under VA care. This is a national public health issue that requires a concerted, national approach.” Veterans who are in crisis or having thoughts of suicide, and those who know a Veteran in crisis, can call the Veterans Crisis Line for confidential support 24 hours a day, seven days a week, 365 days a year. Call 800-273-8255 and press 1, chat online at VeteransCrisisLine.net/Chat, or text to 838255. In the third edition of Lima Charlie’s VETERANS [Ep. 03 – Suicide], host Don Johnston welcomes California National Guard Chaplain, CPT Nathan Graeser, Community Program Administrator, of Research for the University of Southern California (USC) Center for Innovation and Research on Veterans & Military Families (CIR). Among the many things CIR does, is it works to strengthen the support network of veterans and military families. CIR is a part of the USC Suzanne Dworak-Peck School of Social Work. [Read more @ www.limacharlienews.com/usc-cir]. Lima Charlie News is the proud official Media Sponsor for the USC CIR “State of the American Veteran Conference 2017“, this year in Los Angeles, California, Sept. 28-29. Listen in to Lima Charlie VETERANS, Ep. 03 (24 min.) [Originally recorded September 19, 2017] [Edited by: James Fox] Lima Charlie podcasts are available on iTunes and Soundcloud. Don’t forget to subscribe and leave a 5 star rating and review. Follow Lima Charlie on Twitter @LimaCharlieNews

In the fourth edition of Lima Charlie’s VETERANS [Ep. 02 – Reserves and National Guard], host Don Johnston welcomes Dr. Sara Kintzle, Associate Professor of Research for the University of Southern California (USC) Center for Innovation and Research on Veterans & Military Families (CIR). Among the many things CIR does, is it works to strengthen the support network of veterans and military families. CIR is a part of the USC Suzanne Dworak-Peck School of Social Work. Lima Charlie News is the proud official Media Sponsor for the USC CIR “State of the American Veteran Conference 2017“, this year in Los Angeles, California, Sept. 28-29. Listen in to Lima Charlie VETERANS, Ep. 02 (24 min.) [Originally recorded September 19, 2017] [Edited by: James Fox] Lima Charlie podcasts are available on iTunes and Soundcloud. Don’t forget to subscribe and leave a 5 star rating and review. Follow Lima Charlie on Twitter @LimaCharlieNews

Welcome to the first edition of Lima Charlie VETERANS [Ep.01 - Moral Injury]. Host Don Johnston welcomes Dr. Hazel Atuel, Associate Professor of Research for the University of Southern California (USC) Center for Innovation and Research on Veterans & Military Families (CIR). Among the many things CIR does, it works to strengthen the support network of veterans and military families. CIR is a part of the USC Suzanne Dworak-Peck School of Social Work. Don and Dr. Hazel speak about moral injury, a subject that is widely misunderstood and a key symptom of participating in war and conflict. Lima Charlie News is the proud official Media Sponsor for the USC CIR "State of the American Veteran Conference 2017", this year in Los Angeles, California, Sept. 28-29. [Edited by: James Fox] Listen in to Lima Charlie VETERANS, Ep. 01 Don't forget to subscribe to Lima Charlie podcasts on iTunes and leave us a 5 star rating and review. Follow Lima Charlie News on Twitter @LimaCharlieNews

Welcome back to Lima Charlie NatSec! In episode 2, host Michael Gardner is back with U.S. Navy CAPT (Ret.) Gail Harris to discuss the timely topic of cyber security. They begin with a discussion of CAPT Harris' article on the DNC hack, and whether it was a security "game-changer" in the mold of Pearl Harbor and 9/11. They discuss how the DNC incident was a clear national threat, but may not be taken seriously due to the political firestorm that could arise. They then discuss the difference between cyber attacks being seen as espionage and intelligence preparation of the battlefield, and problems with attribution, even with the massive "WannaCry" malware attack. Finally, CAPT Harris discusses some ways everyone can become more educated about cyber threats, and what to do to counter them. Listen in to Lima Charlie NATSEC, Ep. 02 [Originally recorded May 13, 2017] Don't forget to subscribe to Lima Charlie podcasts and leave us a 5 star rating and review. Follow Lima Charlie News on Twitter @LimaCharlieNews, and Capt. Gail Harris @GailHarrisLC

Lima Charlie Sports is back! After a brief hiatus and completely ignoring topics like the NBA playoffs and the Stanley Cup, Mike and Steph link back up to talk about athlete weight issues, healthy eating, and food culture. They rehash a recent ESPNW article about weight pressures on female crew athletes, and Steph lends some expertise about how different weight classes contribute to the pressures. They discuss how sports like boxing, MMA, and crew with a defined weight limit are similar to the experience of dreading getting “taped” for weigh-ins in the military, and discuss what institutions can do to contribute to more healthy environments for athletes to balance competition and health. Also, hold your breath until the end, Mike and Steph actually agree on something! Listen in to LC Sports, S02 E04 Don't forget to subscribe to Lima Charlie podcasts and leave us a 5 star rating and review. Follow Lima Charlie News on Twitter @LimaCharlieNews, and check out LC sports @LCNewsSports

Lima Charlie Entertainment is back with another special guest! Host and Culture Correspondent Michael Gardner talks with former Recon Marine and musician Jimmy Stare about service and art. They open with a recap of Jimmy's career and how he got his start playing near Cleveland, and how he learned to handle crowds. They discuss when he started to gain some notoriety within the service while deployed, relating to angry Lance Criminals, and crafting songs like his infamous Okinawaville. They talk about how the perception of a Marine with a guitar changed during his time in, and what his early musical influences were. They wrap up with who he currently listens to, and how the blues became a staple of his style and performances. Finally, they end with how his lifetime of deployments influenced his worldview and what the key thing that drives him to make new music. Listen to LC Entertainment, Ep.05 Don't forget to subscribe to Lima Charlie podcasts and leave us a 5 star rating and review. Follow Lima Charlie News on Twitter @LimaCharlieNews, and check out the latest in film and TV @LimaCharlieFilm and @LimaCharlieTV

Welcome to the first edition of Lima Charlie NatSec! Host Michael Gardner welcomes living legend and U.S. Navy veteran Capt. (Ret.) Gail Harris on to talk about her #GailForce article about the employment of the GBU-43, or MOAB, in Afghanistan. They recap the weapon's development from lessons learned following the first Gulf War, and ask whether its use is in line with a coherent military strategy. They take a look back at the successes and failures of the previous two administrations, and ask if the current administration has a defined end state for their military actions. Finally, they talk about their shared love for music and Capt. Harris shares a story that's bound to leave you rolling with laughter. Listen in to Lima Charlie NATSEC, Ep. 01 Don't forget to subscribe to Lima Charlie podcasts and leave us a 5 star rating and review. Follow Lima Charlie News on Twitter @LimaCharlieNews, and Capt. Gail Harris @GailHarrisLC

The Lima Charlie Sports team, Stephanie, Mario and Mike discuss the long standing trend of athletes moving almost immediately from locker room to the studio. The team decides which athletes turned pro-sportscasters they like, and whether this is a good or bad thing, particularly amid the ESPN front of the camera layoff panic. Listen in to LC Sports, S02 E03 Don't forget to subscribe to Lima Charlie podcasts and leave us a 5 star rating and review. Follow Lima Charlie News on Twitter @LimaCharlieNews, and check out LC sports @LCNewsSports

The team at Lima Charlie Entertainment, Mike, Mario and Stephanie get back together after a week off to discuss the one-year anniversary of Beyoncé's 'Lemonade' visual album. Mario and Stephanie give their impressions of Beyoncé prior to the new album coming out, and how much its themes of black and female empowerment resonated with them. Finally, the team discusses whether the political and social issues of 2016 and 2017 have made those same themes more prevalent today than a year ago. Listen to LC Entertainment, Ep.04 Don't forget to subscribe to Lima Charlie podcasts and leave us a 5 star rating and review. Follow Lima Charlie News on Twitter @LimaCharlieNews, and check out the latest in film and TV @LimaCharlieFilm and @LimaCharlieTV

Lima Charlie Tech speaks with Robin Raskin, Founder & CEO of Living in Digital Times (@LIDTEvents) about The Last Gadget Standing event during the Consumer Electronic Show in Shanghai China. Entry deadline is May 12, 2017. Click here to listen and enter Lima Charlie podcasts are available on iTunes and Soundcloud. Don't forget to subscribe and leave a 5 star rating and review. Follow Lima Charlie on Twitter @LimaCharlieNews, and follow @LimaCharlieTech for the latest.

Lima Charlie News MENA Report covers Middle East / North Africa developments as reported by Lima Charlie's MENA Bureau. This week, MENA Bureau Chief John Sjoholm and LC Editor-in-Chief Anthony LoPresti discuss John's new article titled "The Shifting Sands of the Dictator." John makes a compelling argument that, essentially, the Middle East is not ready for true democracy, and Western/U.S. policy should be, as it has been in the past, the support of autocratic regimes to maintain stability while providing an environment favorable to a developing democracy. In other words, Democracy vs. Dictatorship. The team discusses the Arab Spring, and the events that led to, and followed the Jan. 2011 protests in Tahrir Square, Egypt; the downfall of President Hosni Mubarak, and the power vacuum that resulted, leading to the rise of Salafist Jihadism and ISIS in the Sinai Peninsula. John also discusses and cites to Jordan and King Abdullah as examples of what works in the Middle East. Lastly, the question is asked: Does America need to apologize for supporting Middle Eastern dictators, beginning with the policies of the Eisenhower administration? Or, did the end justify the means? Listen in to the MENA Report Ep.0.2 Lima Charlie podcasts are available on iTunes and Soundcloud. Don't forget to subscribe and leave a 5 star rating and review. Follow Lima Charlie on Twitter @LimaCharlieNews, and follow @JohnSjoholmLC and @LimaCharlieMENA for the latest developments in the Middle East.

Lima Charlie Entertainment's Michael Gardner sits down with US Air Force veteran and hip-hop artist Gonzo to talk about Drake's newest album and more! Gonzo details his path from the USAF to being a professional musician, and the guys talk about the realities in keeping up with the music industry. They spend time talking about Drake's place in both rap and pop music, how "More Life" compares to his earlier albums, and whether he should speak more about cultural and social issues. Finally, Gonzo offers his insights about how "political" musicians should get, building and maintaining a fan base, and how much his military background influences what he does in music. Listen to LC Entertainment, Ep.03 Don't forget to subscribe to Lima Charlie podcasts and leave us a 5 star rating and review. Follow Lima Charlie News on Twitter @LimaCharlieNews, and check out the latest in film and TV @LimaCharlieFilm and @LimaCharlieTV

Lima Charlie Sports is back! This week: NFL Draft Edition. After welcoming Stephanie back from her venture in the frozen tundra of Montana, the sports crew break down the offseasons and draft needs for each division's cellar dwellers. Mike handles the hard football breakdowns, while Mario and Steph offer additional insight into what really makes these cities tick. Butt fumbles, cheese steaks, and airports are discussed, and the Sports crew tries to make sure you fully understand why Cleveland and Jacksonville have no hope besides moving to London. Listen as always and try to catch Mario's rant! Lima Charlie Sports - S02 EP.02 Don't forget to subscribe to Lima Charlie podcasts and leave us a 5 star rating and review. Tweet the sports team @LCNewsSports Hosts: Mario Figueroa, Stephanie Kline, Michael Gardner

STEPHANIE IS BACK! Lima Charlie Entertainment brings its better half, Steph Kline, back for a special Lima Charlie Joss Whedon-fest! You’ve heard by now that prolific show runner and movie director, Joss Whedon (Buffy, Firefly, Avengers 1 & 2) has been signed by Warner Brothers to write, direct and produce the DCEU’s stand-alone Batgirl film. Find out the pro’s, cons, and challenges to this new development. Plus—STEPH IS BACK! Don't forget to subscribe to Lima Charlie podcasts and leave us a 5 star rating and review. Follow Lima Charlie News on Twitter @LimaCharlieNews, and check out the latest in film and TV @LimaCharlieFilm and @LimaCharlieTV

Lima Charlie News MENA Report covers Middle East / North Africa developments as reported by Lima Charlie's MENA Bureau. This week, MENA Bureau Chief John Sjoholm and LC Editor-in-Chief Anthony LoPresti discuss the ongoing coalition offensive against ISIS in Syria, the battle for Tabqa Dam, Tabqa Airbase and the assault on the Islamic Caliphate's self-proclaimed capital, al Raqqa. The big question then discussed is, what will happen when ISIS in al Raqqa and Syria is defeated? Along the way, John discusses his recent article, "VICTORY – Mission Tabqa Dam Complete, joint US SpecOps retake vital dam from ISIS," and his OpEd, "Secretary of Defense James Mattis: Moderate? Liberal? American." Listen in to Ep. 01. Lima Charlie podcasts are available on iTunes and Soundcloud. Don't forget to subscribe and leave a 5 star rating and review. Follow Lima Charlie on Twitter @LimaCharlieNews, and follow @JohnSjoholmLC and @LimaCharlieMENA for the latest developments in the Middle East.

Lima Charlie's Entertainment team tackles the latest trailer for the 'Justice League' movie being released this fall and try to unpack what's working, and what isn’t in the DC Extended Universe and how it compares to the Marvel Cinematic Universe. Don't forget to subscribe to Lima Charlie podcasts and leave us a 5 star rating and review. Follow Lima Charlie News on Twitter @LimaCharlieNews, and check out the latest in film and TV @LimaCharlieFilm and @LimaCharlieTV

Lima Charlie Sports is back! In this episode, "Athletes Behaving Badly," Mike and Mario talk about off-field behavior among athletes and whether anything should excuse bad behavior. They discuss Ezekiel Elliott's St. Patrick's Day float incident, whether his off-field behavior should be scrutinized to the degree it is, and why he gets looked at differently than other "partying" athletes. They then transition into the minefield around Joe Mixon's assault charge, and him not getting invited to the NFL scouting combine. Mario comes down hard wanting nothing to do with anyone convicted of domestic assault, while Mike tries to find the nuance behind how two people could end up in such a horrible situation. Ultimately, they agree on two things: that fair or not, the presence of video matters to the punishment, and the NFL will sweep anything under the rug that they can. Don't forget to subscribe to Lima Charlie podcasts and leave us a 5 star rating and review. Tweet the sports team @LCNewsSports.

Lima Charlie News Political Correspondents & veterans Mike Connolly, Brendan McKinnon & Dan Webb, break down the week's news & politics on "The Horse Race". This week's episode: the team covers Mike Flynn's resignation over the Russian scandal, Trump's response to North Korea, the assassination of Kim Jong Un's half brother, the Trump Florida campaign rally and fake terror attack in Sweden, Milo Yiannopoulos' thoughts on relationships, and the thrilling suspense novel of Ben Shapiro. Listen to the end, for an exclusive airing of grievances from Dan Webb against a notable former children's game show host. Episode 31.

It's off to the races! Lima Charlie News Political Correspondents & veterans Mike Connolly (US Army), Brendan McKinnon (USCG) and Dan Webb (USAF), the perfect trifecta, break down the week's news & politics on their podcast "The Horse Race". This week the team talks about the Muslim ban, Trump tweets and the judiciary, Trump's defense of Putin, Milo, the Super Bowl & more. Episode 30. Listen in …

It's off to the races! Lima Charlie News Political Correspondents & veterans Mike Connolly (US Army), Brendan McKinnon (USCG) and Dan Webb (USAF), the perfect trifecta, break down the week's news & politics on their podcast "The Horse Race". This week the team talks about President Trump's executive orders, the Muslim ban, nationwide protests, and the ACLU, White House drama, including Steve Bannon's appointment to the National Security Council and the replacement of Mike Flynn, the Starbucks boycott, the Uber boycott, What's Going on at the Bachelor?, Which executive orders will Trump sign next?, friend of the pod shout outs & more. Episode 29, listen in.

It's off to the races! Lima Charlie News Political Correspondents & veterans Mike Connolly (US Army), Brendan McKinnon (USCG) and Dan Webb (USAF), the perfect trifecta, break down the week's news & politics on their podcast "The Horse Race". This week the team talks about the worldwide Women's March, the Inauguration, the First Days of the Trump Administration, Sean Spicer / Donald Trump crowd size fits, the Richard Spencer sock, & more. Episode 28. Listen in …

It's off to the races! Lima Charlie News Political Correspondents & veterans Mike Connolly (US Army), Brendan McKinnon (USCG) and Dan Webb (USAF), the perfect trifecta, break down the week's news & politics on their podcast "The Horse Race". This week, join in for a special "Inauguration Day" bonus edition, with Special Guest Jim Arkedis. Brendan McKinnon speaks with Jim, one-on-one, about his new article for U.S News & World Report, "Donald Trump Must Divest - Here are 4 ways his business interests threaten U.S. national security," and the numerous issues surrounding Donald Trump's apparent conflicts of interest. Episode 27. Listen in …

It's off to the races! Lima Charlie News Political Correspondents & veterans Mike Connolly (US Army), Brendan McKinnon (USCG) and Dan Webb (USAF), the perfect trifecta, break down the week's news & politics on their podcast "The Horse Race". This week: Confirmation hearings, Jeff Sessions, Cory Booker, Ben Carson and questions about conflicts of interest, Michael Flynn and his call with a Russian ambassador, the Trump dossier, Heroes & Villains, Who in the media is a huge fucking idiot, & more. Shout out to our fake sponsor, the Carmichael Group. Episode 26. Listen in …

Listen in on The Horse Race podcast, Episode 25: Special Edition, with Shauna Richardson. This week Connolly sat down with actress, model, writer and political activist Shauna Richardson for a special bonus episode to discuss politics, public service, her campaign support for Democratic candidate Hillary Clinton in the 2016 Election, and what's in store for the future.

It's off to the races! Lima Charlie News Political Correspondents & veterans Mike Connolly (US Army), Brendan McKinnon (USCG) and Dan Webb (USAF), the perfect trifecta, break down the week's news & politics on their podcast "The Horse Race". This week Special Guest Navy veteran Shawn VanDiver joins, and the team sounds off on the U.S. House of Representatives Committee on Ethics allegations against Rep. Duncan Hunter (R-CA), the Russian hacking report, the beginning of the repeal of Obamacare, Meryl Streep, a new game, 'Heroes & Villains' & more. Shout out to our new fake sponsor, the Carmichael Group's family of products. Episode 24. Listen in …

It's off to the races! Lima Charlie News Political Correspondents & veterans Mike Connolly (US Army), Brendan McKinnon (USCG) and Dan Webb (USAF), the perfect trifecta, break down the week's news & politics on their podcast "The Horse Race". This week 2016 is out of here! The team gives its 2016 recap and talks about: Russian hacking, the Israel-Palestine UN resolution, who's your favorite Democrat / Republican for 2016? Profiles in Courage Award, Profiles in Cowardice Award, a Dan Webb rap compilation & more. With Special Guest Kevin Sefcovic. Episode 23. Listen in …

Listen in on The Horse Race podcast, Episode 22: Special Edition, with North Carolina Rep. Grier Martin. In November, North Carolina voted to remove incumbent Republican Governor Pat McRory, and replace him with Democrat Roy Cooper. In December, Republicans in the North Carolina legislature pushed through a series of laws designed to strip the incoming governor of power before he took office. Horse Race cohosts Mike Connolly and Brendan McKinnon sat down with state Rep. Grier Martin (D, NC-34) for a special bonus episode to discuss North Carolina politics, public service, and what it all means moving forward. Rep. Martin is an Army veteran and has served in Afghanistan, and had tremendous insights into local politics and how parties and elected officials can repair the damage of toxic partisanship.

It's off to the races! Lima Charlie News Political Correspondents & veterans Mike Connolly (US Army), Brendan McKinnon (USCG) and Dan Webb (USAF), the perfect trifecta, break down the week's news & politics on their podcast "The Horse Race". This week the team sounds off on the Electoral College, white supremacist and all around vile human being Richard Spencer, OxyContin goes global, a Richard Nixon obituary, Taylor Royal, Dan Webb's latest rap, Lima Charlie Sports, fan mail & more. Episode 21. Listen in …

It's off to the races! Lima Charlie News Political Correspondents & veterans Mike Connolly (US Army), Brendan McKinnon (USCG) and Dan Webb (USAF), the perfect trifecta, break down the week's news & politics on their podcast "The Horse Race". This week the team sounds off on President-elect Trump, Trump pick Rex Tillerson, Russian hacking, the CIA investigation, & Russian connection, China, Taiwan & Trump's avoidance of intel briefings, baby proofing the Executive Branch, Lima Charlie Sports, fan mail & more. Episode 20. Listen in …

It's off to the races! Lima Charlie News Political Correspondents & veterans Mike Connolly (US Army), Brendan McKinnon (USCG) and Dan Webb (USAF), the perfect trifecta, break down the week's news & politics on their podcast "The Horse Race". This week the team sounds off on President-elect Trump's transition, the Trump-Carrier deal, Goldman Sachs swamp picks, Ben Carson HUD pick, Pizzagate, General Flynn, General Mattis, Trump world leader chats, identity politics, fan mail & more. Episode 19. Listen in …

It's off to the races! Lima Charlie News Political Correspondents Mike Connolly, Brendan McKinnon & Dan Webb, the perfect trifecta, break down the week's news & politics on their podcast "The Horse Race". This week the team sounds off on President-elect Trump’s transition, Romney, Rudy, General Mattis, How Democrats can win back the Rust Belt, epic hate mail & more. Episode 18. Listen in …

It's off to the races! Lima Charlie News Political Correspondents Mike Connolly, Brendan McKinnon & Dan Webb, the perfect trifecta, break down the week's news & politics on their podcast "The Horse Race". This week: Episode 17: Trump Transition II Edition: the team sounds off on President-elect Trump's transition picks, Jeff Sessions, Mike Flynn, Steve Bannon, Trump Conflicts of Interest, Trump University, Pence Hamilton kerfuffel, Starbucks, Melania in the Big Apple, & more. Listen in …