Once Upon A Boot

This week is a very special edition of the podcast! Former guest on the show Chris Jacob and myself watch the 2012 movie "BATTLESHIP" on HBO MAX and talk lots of shit haha. We tell lots of sea stories along the way, as well as how they got something so wrong when they literally had real life sailors at their fingertips. The link to the movie on HBO MAX is in the show notes so please watch along with us! Lets all watch LT/LCDR/CO/VBSS Captain America wannabe and his trusty sidekick GM/FC/FCA/CTT/VBSS Rihanna beat up aliens with Navy ships and laugh/vomit together! Enjoy?.Please rate, review, and subscribe!...BATTLESHIPBerg, Peter. (Director). (2012). Battleship [Film]. Hasbro Studios, Bluegrass Films, Film 44.Watch on HBO MAX.Once Upon A BootStoreYouTubeInstagramFacebookAll Links..MusicMajor Label Interest - Combat Boots..ArtworkKrisamando:Instagram.Buzzsprout - Let's get your podcast launched! Start for FREESquadCast Record studio-quality podcasts from anywhere!Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the show (https://onceuponaboot.bigcartel.com/)

The fellas are back and this time we're talking all about the best/worst types of people you find on a ship (or really in the military)! Show favorites D.J., Mike, and Marcus join me once again and we really get into it! Lots of hilarious sea stories and fun characterizations of the different personalities that always seem to find their way in the military. Who's the worst of the worst and the best of the best? Is it the smelly kid or the blue falcon? Is your favorite person the one with the supply hookup or maybe the person with the best hard drive? Who picks what and where do these picks fall? You'll have to listen to find out! .Please rate, review, and subscribe!...D.J. White (dontgiveabit)InstagramYouTubeTwitterTikTok.Mike RineckFacebookInstagram.MarcusInstagram.Once Upon A BootStoreYouTubeInstagramFacebookAll Links.MusicMajor Label Interest - Combat Boots.ArtworkKrisamando:Instagram.Support the show (https://onceuponaboot.bigcartel.com/)Buzzsprout - Let's get your podcast launched! Start for FREESquadCast Record studio-quality podcasts from anywhere!Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.

This week on the show I have Caleb Dunham, Army vet and the host of the podcast "Caleb Versus Self". Caleb served five years in the Army deploying twice to the middle east. We talk a lot about the human condition in the military and just how diverse everyone is. Would you still have become friends with whom you did if you had just met them anywhere else besides the military? We also get in to the human condition and how it can be both vastly positive and negative. As always, lots of fun boot stories and deployment tales covering all of Caleb's career.Caleb hosts the podcast "Caleb Versus Self" where he delves into a wide array of topics, from speaking with fellow vets such as myself, Hip Hop, or even floating and salt tanks! Lots to learn and digest, and such an entertaining listen! Hope you all enjoy!.Please rate, review, and subscribe!...Caleb Versus SelfPodcastInstagramYoutube.Once Upon A BootStoreYouTubeInstagramFacebookAll Links..MusicMajor Label Interest - Combat Boots..ArtworkKrisamando:Instagram.Support the show (https://onceuponaboot.bigcartel.com/)Buzzsprout - Let's get your podcast launched! Start for FREESquadCast Record studio-quality podcasts from anywhere!Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.

We've all been there right? You're in trouble, DRB or Captain's Mast is looming, maybe your Division Officer is yelling at you, or the ever popular "Hey Shipmate!". This episode is all about me recapping those wonderful moments from my time in the Navy which I'm sure many of you listeners can relate to. I'll be getting in to everything from lying to MA's, "gun decking" maintenance, or finally saying "fuck it" and yelling back at your XO. Lots of fun and hope you all enjoy and laugh at my misery!.Please rate, review, and subscribe!...Once Upon A BootStoreYouTubeInstagramFacebookAll Links..MusicMajor Label Interest - Combat Boots..ArtworkKrisamando:Instagram.Support the show (https://onceuponaboot.bigcartel.com/)Buzzsprout - Let's get your podcast launched! Start for FREESquadCast Record studio-quality podcasts from anywhere!Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.

This week I have Rachelle on the show! Rachelle is an Operation Enduring Freedom Marine Corps veteran, who currently runs the non-profit "The Enduring Campaign". We talk about how she continues to serve the veteran community after separating, as well as how you can help! We of course talk about just how boot we all once were, including the ever popular wearing of uniform items as part of civilian attire (We've all done it). We confirm that aliens are of course real (clearly we're experts). Also, Rachelle happens to be one of the only vets I've talked to who actually utilized the Montgomery GI Bill! We talk about what a pain that was. Lots of fun deployment tales and sea stories here! Be sure to check out all the ways you can give back through The Enduring Campaign and enjoy the chat!.Please rate, review, and subscribe!...RachelleInstagramThe Enduring CampaignWebsiteInstagramFacebook.Once Upon A BootStoreYouTubeInstagramFacebookAll Links..MusicMajor Label Interest - Combat Boots..ArtworkKrisamando:Instagram.Support the show (https://onceuponaboot.bigcartel.com/)Buzzsprout - Let's get your podcast launched! Start for FREESquadCast Record studio-quality podcasts from anywhere!Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.

This week I have Jennifer Hobbs on the show! Jennifer served in the Army National Guard for 9 years with a deployment to Iraq. Jennifer is currently a 3rd Grade teacher, and in the process of releasing her first book! Jennifer has a unique story where she actually enlisted at 17 years old, while she was a junior in high school. Meaning, she actually was enlisted during her entire senior year (the level of cockiness I probably would've had would have been awful lol). We talk deployment tales, both good and bad, including the differences between Army and Navy deployments. We go over some great stories like eating the tops of the matches in MREs!? Does it really work or just hazing? All this and more on this weeks episode!.Please rate, review, and subscribe!...Jennifer HobbsWebsiteInstagramYouTubeFacebook.Once Upon A BootStoreYouTubeInstagramFacebookAll Links..MusicMajor Label Interest - Combat Boots..ArtworkKrisamando:Instagram.Support the show (https://onceuponaboot.bigcartel.com/)Buzzsprout - Let's get your podcast launched! Start for FREESquadCast Record studio-quality podcasts from anywhere!Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.

Mormons, Navy Cryptology, and Leather, Oh My! What and episode this week where I have Michael Bluth; the owner and operator of Open Sea Leather Co. Mike is an 11-year Navy veteran who served as a Cryptologic Technician Interpretive. Mike grew up as a Mormon, and talks about his initial mission where he found a love for Spanish, ultimately leading him to be a linguist in the Navy. Mike served across several commands, having to master both Spanish and Chinese. We get into some of the off personalities you meet in the Navy, especially in the CT community (ever hear of furries!?) We also get in to what ultimately led to Mike separating from the Navy, which spoiler alert: typical Navy bullshit. As I mentioned, Mike owns and operates Open Sea Leather Co and we talk all about how he started the company, his goals and ambitions for the future, as well as where you can all grab the products! This was a fun conversation and hope you all enjoy!.Please rate, review, and subscribe!...Michael BluthOpen Sea Leather Co.Instagram.Once Upon A BootStoreYouTubeInstagramFacebookAll Links..MusicMajor Label Interest - Combat Boots..ArtworkKrisamando:Instagram.Support the show (https://onceuponaboot.bigcartel.com/)Buzzsprout - Let's get your podcast launched! Start for FREESquadCast Record studio-quality podcasts from anywhere!Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.

I start this week with a small and totally subtle "fuck you" to a Fox News supporter (my views do not represent that of my guests)..The main event, and what an episode this week ladies and gentleman! I have the hilarious and talented Pete Stegemeyer on the show; an Army veteran, pug lover, cigar enthusiast, husband and stand-up comic! We get into all the fun stuff of his Army career, talking funny bootcamp and deployment stories and the tale of getting a special forces contract only to be sent infantry (who doesn't love that). We recount what to do for fun when deployed since there are just so many fun options! Pete also talks about his comedy career, including his influences and his goals going forward! Pete also is the host of a true crime heist podcast called "I Can Steal That" and I'm sure it will just steal away your attention (trust me his comedy is better than mine). Hope you enjoy!.Please rate, review, and subscribe!...Pete StegemeyerWebsiteTwitterInstagramYouTubeI Can Steal That! Podcast.Once Upon A BootStoreYouTubeInstagramFacebookAll Links..MusicMajor Label Interest - Combat Boots..ArtworkKrisamando:Instagram.Support the show (https://onceuponaboot.bigcartel.com/)Buzzsprout - Let's get your podcast launched! Start for FREESquadCast Record studio-quality podcasts from anywhere!Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.

The show starts this week with a bit of deep dive into the Montgomery GI Bill and how ridiculous it is..Also this week I have Jared Holzhaeuser, Air Force veteran on the show! Jared served 6 years in the Air Force as Military Police, deploying 4 times over the course of his career. We get into just how "boot" we both were after bootcamp and hear some fun stories from his time in Iraq, Afghanistan, and Kuwait. Hear some fun stories of what it was like working on bases both stateside and overseas, including the shenanigans of dealing with spouses at checkpoints (everyone's favorite)! Jared also hosts his own Podcast; Parrot Gaming Productions, where he uses his own dark veteran humor while gaming! We delve a bit into the benefits of gaming to connect with others, as well as our favorite current games! Hope you all enjoy!.Please rate, review, and subscribe!...Jared HolzhaeuserParrot Gaming Productions.Once Upon A BootStoreYouTubeInstagramFacebookAll Links..MusicMajor Label Interest - Combat Boots..ArtworkKrisamando:Instagram.Buzzsprout - Let's get your podcast launched! Start for FREESquadCast Record studio-quality podcasts from anywhere!Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the show (https://onceuponaboot.bigcartel.com/)

This week I have Cody Crowder, my buddy from my time in the Navy on the show! Cody was a Logistics Specialist who served 4 years on a destroyer, conducting two 5th fleet deployments. Cody happened to be at a brewery during the recording (hence the loud background noise), and we reminisce about the good and bad of being on a destroyer. Cody shares what it was like to be an LS on the ship, sharing his favorite and not so favorite parts of ship life. As always, we share plenty of stories and laughs! We even tell it like it is in regards to the horrible taste in music people in the military tend to have. KNOCK IT OFF! Hope you all enjoy!.Please rate, review, and subscribe!...Cody CrowderInstagram.Once Upon A BootStoreInstagramFacebookAll Links..MusicMajor Label Interest - Combat Boots..ArtworkKrisamando:Instagram.Buzzsprout - Let's get your podcast launched! Start for FREESquadCast Record studio-quality podcasts from anywhere!Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the show (https://onceuponaboot.bigcartel.com/)

It's a special Once Upon A "Dependa":Love Edition featuring my beautiful wife Ashley! With Valentine's Day having just passed, I thought what better way to talk about love, than they ways to show love (and not to) in the military! We rank some of the best things to send and receive in a. care package, what not to do to show affection on base or in military housing, and as always some fun stories! Hope you all enjoy!.Please rate, review, and subscribe!...Ashley GalsbandInstagram.Once Upon A BootStoreInstagramFacebookAll Links..MusicMajor Label Interest - Combat Boots..ArtworkKrisamando:Instagram.Buzzsprout - Let's get your podcast launched! Start for FREESquadCast Record studio-quality podcasts from anywhere!Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the show (https://onceuponaboot.bigcartel.com/)

This week I have Chi Ho on the show! Chi served in the Navy as a Logistics Specialist aboard a Destroyer on two 5th fleet deployments. Was great catching up with her and talking all things Navy! We chat about why Chi decided to join in the first place, what it was like arriving on her first ship in the middle of a deployment, and overall what it's like being a female onboard a ship. We get into what it was like working for supply, the climate on the ship, and how political/childish things can get (especially in female berthing). We cover stories like people stealing in berthing, getting OC sprayed, standing watch, and of course people getting sent to Captains Mast. Hope everyone enjoys!.Please rate, review, and subscribe!...Chi HoInstagram.Once Upon A BootStoreInstagramFacebookAll Links..MusicMajor Label Interest - Combat Boots..ArtworkKrisamando:Instagram.Buzzsprout - Let's get your podcast launched! Start for FREESquadCast Record studio-quality podcasts from anywhere!Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the show (https://onceuponaboot.bigcartel.com/)

On this week's episode, join my baby brother and myself as we explore how to be as boot as possible! Hear how Chad made some very common boot mistakes, and what to do to avoid them. We talk about why Chad joined the Navy, his time as a PR, as well as the transition into civilian life. Of course, anytime with my brother and I means story time! Hope you guys enjoy the short conversation we had! Sorry for any audio problems with Chad's mic...he is a boot after all..Please rate, review, and subscribe!...Chad GalsbandInstagram.Once Upon A BootStoreInstagramFacebookAll Links..MusicMajor Label Interest - Combat Boots..ArtworkKrisamando:Instagram.Buzzsprout - Let's get your podcast launched! Start for FREESquadCast Record studio-quality podcasts from anywhere!Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the show (https://onceuponaboot.bigcartel.com/)

This week on the show I have Jeff Butcher; Army Reserve veteran, podcast host, and Radio D.J. We talk about his time in the Army reserve during the Bosnian conflict in the 90s, including what it was like growing up in Michigan to suddenly doing Army intel in Germany. Hear about his transition out of the military working multiple jobs until he finally stumbled into the radio business. We also get in to the ins and outs of podcasting, as well as the state of affairs with COVID in the US and how it's changed things. Also, would a "military mindset" have allowed a smoother transition in the US? Hope you all enjoy!.Please rate, review, and subscribe!...Jeff ButcherPodcastInstagramTwitter.Once Upon A BootStoreInstagramFacebookAll Links..MusicMajor Label Interest - Combat Boots..ArtworkKrisamando:Instagram.Buzzsprout - Let's get your podcast launched! Start for FREESquadCast Record studio-quality podcasts from anywhere!Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the show (https://onceuponaboot.bigcartel.com/)

Welcome back everyone to the official first episode of 2021! This week we have a first as the guest is Royal Air Force veteran Ryan Walker! We had a blast chatting it up about his time in the RAF, as well as the differences between the US and UK military! Ryan is a Logistics professional as well as a podcaster, which I will link down below. Ryan was a riot, and I had a great time talking with him! Enjoy boots!.Please rate, review, and subscribe!...Ryan WalkerPodcastFacebook.Once Upon A BootStoreInstagramFacebookAll Links..MusicMajor Label Interest - Combat Boots..ArtworkKrisamando:Instagram.Buzzsprout - Let's get your podcast launched! Start for FREESquadCast Record studio-quality podcasts from anywhere!Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the show (https://onceuponaboot.bigcartel.com/)

I never wanted to have to make this, but its has to be done. I am absolutely disgusted by the blatant terrorist attack on our Capitol. I think this episode really speaks for itself. If you don't want to listen, just know that if you support what happened at the capitol, if you support terrorism, DO NOT FUCKING LISTEN OR SUPPORT MY SHOW. Enjoy.Support the show (https://onceuponaboot.bigcartel.com/)

Just a quick thank you and update on the show these past months, as well as what 2021 has in store! Thanks to all of my guests for coming on the show and giving me something to talk about, and all the listeners keeping the show going! Have a safe and happy holidays, see you boots in 2021!.Please rate, review, and subscribe!...Once Upon A Boothttps://onceuponaboot.bigcartel.com/https://www.instagram.com/onceuponaboot/https://twitter.com/onceuponaboothttps://www.facebook.com/onceuponaboothttps://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBp1HN-5FM8kg6IO_4FctNA..MusicMajor Label Interest - Combat Boots..ArtworkKrisamando:https://www.instagram.com/krisamando/.Buzzsprout - Let's get your podcast launched! Start for FREESquadCast Record studio-quality podcasts from anywhere!Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the show (https://onceuponaboot.bigcartel.com/)

Alright everyone I know what you're thinking...whoa this episode is long! Listen, I was going to split it into two parts, but we get into some more serious things in this episode, and felt that If I split it off we would have a happy-go-lucky episode, and a serious one. For the integrity of the conversation, I kept it as one. Earl and I served on my first ship together. He served 24 years in the Navy, retiring as a Chief. We talk everything from his time coming up in the Navy, his time spent in Iraq, his tour as a 3MC aboard a destroyer as well his thoughts of 3M as a whole. We also talk seriously about the climate aboard said ship, including the serious and tragic events of the shooting that occurred. Of course though, we had to end on a high note and close it off nerding out about Star Wars! After all, this is the way..Please rate, review, and subscribe!...Earl Skjoldagerhttps://www.facebook.com/Atreyu3269https://www.instagram.com/tacovader66/.Once Upon A Boothttps://onceuponaboot.bigcartel.com/https://www.instagram.com/onceuponaboot/https://twitter.com/onceuponaboothttps://www.facebook.com/onceuponaboothttps://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBp1HN-5FM8kg6IO_4FctNA..MusicMajor Label Interest - Combat Boots..ArtworkKrisamando:https://www.instagram.com/krisamando/.Buzzsprout - Let's get your podcast launched! Start for FREESquadCast Record studio-quality podcasts from anywhere!Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the show (https://onceuponaboot.bigcartel.com/)

Everyone, I think the title really says it all. Chris and I got on the show together and it quickly turned into a shit talking/reminiscing session. This may be the most accurate representation of what it's like to chill out on the ship and bullshit. Be a fly on the wall and hear some of the ridiculous stories from some of the most colorful characters we've encountered in our Navy journey. Chris has been in the Navy over 10 years now, currently training for his new NEC where he will then go out to Japan to serve on his next ship. It was great catching up with Chris, and I'm sure you'll all love the stories. Enjoy!.Please rate, review, and subscribe!...Once Upon A Boothttps://onceuponaboot.bigcartel.com/https://www.instagram.com/onceuponaboot/https://twitter.com/onceuponaboothttps://www.facebook.com/onceuponaboothttps://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBp1HN-5FM8kg6IO_4FctNA..MusicMajor Label Interest - Combat Boots..ArtworkKrisamando:https://www.instagram.com/krisamando/.Buzzsprout - Let's get your podcast launched! Start for FREESquadCast Record studio-quality podcasts from anywhere!Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/Onceuponaboot)

This week's show is a long one, but a good one! I got a chance to catch up with one of my oldest buddies from the Navy, and you all get to be a fly on the wall for it. I wanted to present this in it's entirety and hear the great stories. We cover Collin joining the Navy, our time in bootcamp together, Great lakes shenanigans (included bloody thighs and feet), and lots of sea stories. We also delve into powerlifting and strong man style lifting, as well as mental health upon leaving the camaraderie of the military behind after separating. This was a ton of fun to do, and hope you all enjoy as well!.Please rate, review, and subscribe!..Collin Cortezhttps://www.instagram.com/theeconquistador/https://www.facebook.com/collin.cortez..Once Upon A Boothttps://www.instagram.com/onceuponaboot/https://twitter.com/onceuponaboothttps://www.facebook.com/onceuponaboothttps://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBp1HN-5FM8kg6IO_4FctNAhttps://linktr.ee/Onceuponaboot..MusicMajor Label Interest - Combat Boots..ArtworkKrisamando:https://www.instagram.com/krisamando/.Buzzsprout - Let's get your podcast launched! Start for FREESquadCast Record studio-quality podcasts from anywhere!Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/Onceuponaboot)

What a show, what a show! I have three former guests: D.J. White, Mike Rineck, and Marcus Castro on the show for a very special edition! We rank the 5 best/worst feelings of ship life. This is episode is full of sea stories covering the hilarious deployment antics of sailors, what ship life is like, and our favorite/least favorite things about it. If you ever were a sailor you'll be in tears hearing about these shenanigans. If you never were, get ready to hear what it's like on board and have some laughs with us!.The goal going forward is to do more of these down the line, so please email: onceuponabootpodcast@gmail.com with suggestions on new lists, or if you'd like to be a guest on one of the episodes!.Please rate, review, and subscribe!..D.J. White (dontgiveabit)https://www.instagram.com/dontgiveabit/https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCzAWwTwfqTJPhCNk0stdaoQhttps://twitter.com/dontgiveabithttps://www.tiktok.com/@dontgiveabit?source=h5_m.Mike Rineckhttps://www.facebook.com/mike.rineckhttps://www.instagram.com/mikerineck/.Marcushttps://www.instagram.com/lilmarcus_va/..Once Upon A Boothttps://www.instagram.com/onceuponaboohttps://twitter.com/onceuponaboothttps://www.facebook.com/onceuponaboothttps://linktr.ee/Onceuponaboot..MusicMajor Label Interest - Combat Boots..ArtworkKrisamando:https://www.instagram.com/krisamando/.Buzzsprout - Let's get your podcast launched! Start for FREESquadCast Record studio-quality podcasts from anywhere!Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/Onceuponaboot)

This week is a really cool show everyone, I had the pleasure of speaking with criminal defense attorney and former Army infantryman turned officer: Takura Nyamfukudza! Takura was full of great stories covering everything from what enticed him to join the Army in the first place, all the way to defending the Constitution in a different way as a criminal defense attorney! Takura is a true success story, moving to the United States, joining the Army as 11B infantry, becoming an officer, and now defending constitutional rights. Listen to some of the amazing things he's doing now in his law practice, including some interesting trials and plans for the future! Also, listen to Takura and company on their podcast: "Constitutional Defenders" where they discuss high profile cases, changes in laws, and other hot topics in the legal world. Hope you all enjoy!.Please rate, review, and subscribe!.If you would like to be a guest on the show, send an email to: onceuponabootpodcast@gmail.com..Takura Nyamfukudzahttps://www.instagram.com/tnyamfukudza/https://www.facebook.com/tnyamfukudzahttps://www.linkedin.com/in/takura-nyamfukudza-esq-22010a27.Law Practicehttps://www.cndefenders.com/https://www.facebook.com/cndefenders/https://www.linkedin.com/company/cndefendershttps://www.buzzsprout.com/556159..Once Upon A Boothttps://www.instagram.com/onceuponaboohttps://twitter.com/onceuponaboothttps://www.facebook.com/onceuponaboothttps://linktr.ee/Onceuponaboot..MusicMajor Label Interest - Combat Boots..ArtworkKrisamando:https://www.instagram.com/krisamando/.Buzzsprout - Let's get your podcast launched! Start for FREESquadCast Record studio-quality podcasts from anywhere!Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/Onceuponaboot)

This week is a bit of a different episode of Once Upon A Boot. I have Kodie Egenolf with me, a project manager with Viz Media. We talk about his journey from enlisted to officer in the Air National Guard/Air Force, to being a project manager at an anime/manga company. Hear about what he does in the world of digital comics, including his podcast "Weekly Shonen Jump". This episode really delves into the different ways a veteran can approach their life after the military, with an emphasis on following your passions. Kodie has a lot of great stories on how he stumbled upon his position, advice for veterans, and the tales of being an admin in the Air National Guard, to becoming an officer and applying his skills as a civilian. We talk balancing reserve life with being a working professional and all that comes along with it. I hope all you anime/manga fans out there get a kick out of this one and I hope all the veterans listening really get a sense of the different styles of career paths you can go down if you work hard enough for it!.Please rate, review, and subscribe!.If you would like to be a guest on the show, send an email to: onceuponabootpodcast@gmail.com..Kodie EgenolfInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/kodie_with_a_k/Twitter:https://twitter.com/kodie_with_a_k?lang=en.Weekly Shonen Jump Podcasthttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/weekly-shonen-jump-podcast/id647377868..Once Upon A BootInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/onceuponaboot/Twitter:https://twitter.com/onceuponabootFacebook:https://www.facebook.com/onceuponabootLinktree:https://linktr.ee/Onceuponaboot..MusicSlapshot - Hang Up Your Boots..ArtworkKrisamando:https://www.instagram.com/krisamando/.Buzzsprout - Let's get your podcast launched! Start for FREEDisclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/Onceuponaboot)

This week I have a very special guest on the show: Sean Ambriz! Sean is an Army MP, Afghanistan war veteran, and author of the book "Ghosts of the Valley". We talk about all facets of his military service, from bootcamp, to both of his Afghanistan deployments, his struggles with PTSD and mental health, and what inspired him to write his book. We go in depth in to some of the stories I found most intriguing about the book, and I'm sure you all will too. We discuss the importance of great leadership and how it directly correlates to healthy morale and ultimately safety. Sean talks about the good fortune he's had throughout his career despite the bad. We talk about some of the things we do on deployments to pass the time (like how important it is to get that good hard drive on deployment. If you know you know). We also share some of the funniest things to come out of the darkest moments, which help to make things just a little bit easier. This was a really fun chat, hope you all pick up Sean's book and enjoy the show!.Please rate, review, and subscribe!.If you would like to be a guest on the show, send an email to: onceuponabootpodcast@gmail.com.Sean AmbrizInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/chief_pinkmist/Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/seantobias.ambreeze.5.Ghosts Of The ValleyBook:https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0896X1TCP/ref=cm_sw_em_r_mt_dp_VwhMFbM6VTV24eBook: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08BG8VHWH/ref=cm_sw_em_r_mt_dp_RzhMFbZXQWPWDInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/ghosts_ofthe_valley/Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/ghostofthevalleybook.Once Upon A BootInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/onceuponaboot/Twitter:https://twitter.com/onceuponabootFacebook:https://www.facebook.com/onceuponabootLinktree:https://linktr.ee/Onceuponaboot.MusicSlapshot - Hang Up Your Boots.ArtworkXolo the Artist:https://www.instagram.com/xolo_the_artist/.Buzzsprout - Let's get your podcast launched! Start for FREEDisclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/Onceuponaboot)

This week I had the pleasure of speaking with my good friend Mike Rineck about all things from our time in the Navy. We served on the same ship together and became great friends during a challenging time. Mike is one the nicest people I've had the pleasure of serving with. Hear about how Mike first entered the Navy, some of the timidness he experienced to start, and how he emerged as an Electronics Technician killing it in the fleet. We talk about our favorite port visits overseas, the good and bad of living on a naval Destroyer, and everything in between. We also reminisce about what we'll miss most about our service. Really fun chat, hope everyone enjoys!.Please rate, review, and subscribe!.If you would like to be a guest on the show, send an email to: onceuponabootpodcast@gmail.com.Mike Rineckhttps://www.facebook.com/mike.rineckhttps://www.instagram.com/mikerineck/.Once Upon A Boothttps://www.instagram.com/onceuponaboot/https://twitter.com/onceuponaboothttps://www.facebook.com/onceuponaboothttps://linktr.ee/Onceuponaboot.MusicSlapshot - Hang Up Your Boots.Artworkhttps://www.instagram.com/xolo_the_artist/.Buzzsprout - Let's get your podcast launched! Start for FREEDisclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/Onceuponaboot)

This week I have Chris Bourg joining the show. Chris did over 10 years in the Navy as a Gunners Mate. We talk about his time dropping out of Navy engineering school, to then going undesignated to a Seabee command. Listen to his story about how he struck Gunners Mate, and what life was like both with the Seabees as well as on the ship. We get in to what life was like aboard a particularly notorious destroyer and the shenanigans that ensued! This was a really fun chat, hope you all enjoy!.Please rate, review, and subscribe!.If you would like to be a guest on the show, send an email to: onceuponabootpodcast@gmail.com.Chris Bourghttps://www.facebook.com/christopher.bourg.58https://www.instagram.com/cervin0617/.Once Upon A Boothttps://www.instagram.com/onceuponaboot/https://twitter.com/onceuponaboothttps://www.facebook.com/onceuponaboothttps://linktr.ee/Onceuponaboot.MusicSlapshot - Hang Up Your Boots.Artworkhttps://www.instagram.com/xolo_the_artist/.Buzzsprout - Let's get your podcast launched! Start for FREEDisclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/Onceuponaboot)

This week I have the host of the Voices of America's Veterans podcast; Joey Verhalen on the show. He tells of starting a family young, joining the Navy, and the trials and tribulations that come later. From being in the Nuclear pipeline for the Navy, to being then sent conventional machinist mate, the stories that ensue are great. Have you ever you ever flooded out a senior enlisted berthing!? I'm sure the chiefs loved it, and so will you when you hear the story. We talk life differences between being on a submarine and then transferring to an aircraft carrier. We also talk about the policy change that came which surprisingly forced him out of the Navy. Joey is also the host of the Voices of America's Veterans podcast, and we discuss why he started it and what he hopes to accomplish in the future!.Please rate, review, and subscribe!.If you would like to be a guest on the show, send an email to: onceuponabootpodcast@gmail.com.Joey Verhalen and the Voices of America's Veterans Podcasthttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/voices-of-americas-veterans/id1531004567https://open.spotify.com/show/2GDScYsp8rkRAEwQBBM9r6https://www.facebook.com/MM1Verhalenhttps://twitter.com/JVerhalen.Once Upon A Boothttps://www.instagram.com/onceuponaboot/https://twitter.com/onceuponaboothttps://www.facebook.com/onceuponaboothttps://linktr.ee/Onceuponaboot.MusicSlapshot - Hang Up Your Boots.Artworkhttps://www.instagram.com/xolo_the_artist/.Buzzsprout - Let's get your podcast launched! Start for FREEDisclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/Onceuponaboot)

This week I have Marine veteran David Therrien on the show. Listen how he triumphed and overcame from being an emancipated teen, to a marine, becoming addicted, and coming out the other side with a positive outlook ready to help other veterans who are struggling. Of course we can't have an episode without the funny stories in between like getting drunk in Japan and giving noogies to the locals!? This is a fun and insightful episode into the life of a Marine stationed in Japan, overcoming addiction and setbacks, and making something of himself. David is also the host of the American Vet Podcast, and we touch on why he started it, what it's about, and his plans for the future!.Please rate, review, and subscribe!.If you would like to be a guest on the show, send an email to: onceuponabootpodcast@gmail.com.David Therrien and the American Vet Podcasthttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/american-vet-podcast/id1484680119https://open.spotify.com/show/58pZvHMu94ZfJL8Xe6PQ5ohttps://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9hbmNob3IuZm0vcy9mOTk2ZjI0L3BvZGNhc3QvcnNz.Once Upon A Boothttps://www.instagram.com/onceuponaboot/https://twitter.com/onceuponaboothttps://www.facebook.com/onceuponaboothttps://linktr.ee/Onceuponaboot.MusicSlapshot - Hang Up Your Boots.Artworkhttps://www.instagram.com/xolo_the_artist/.Buzzsprout - Let's get your podcast launched! Start for FREEDisclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/Onceuponaboot)

CEO, speaker, writer, podcaster, wife, mother, and retired Army veteran (yes all one person!) Annette Whittenberger joins the show this week! Hear the journey from being in a small catholic school to retiring from the army as a high ranking officer! Hear about Annette immediately being sent to Germany, her multiple deployments to Iraq and Afghanistan, how she rose through the ranks of the Army, and the struggles with mental health along the way. We even compare differences of what we do as service members to entertain ourselves on a deployment! Annette is also the CEO of "A Wild Ride Called Life" where she goes on speaking tours, writes a blog, conducts a podcast of her own "The Truths We Hide Podcast", and even has a book coming out in 2021! We talk about all this and more on this weeks episode of Once Upon A Boot!.Please rate, review, and subscribe!.If you would like to be a guest on the show, send an email to: onceuponabootpodcast@gmail.com.Annette Whittenbergerhttps://www.facebook.com/awildridecalledlife/https://www.instagram.com/a_wild_ride_called_life/https://twitter.com/Awldridecaldlfehttps://www.youtube.com/user/awhitt2425https://www.linkedin.com/in/annette-whittenberger-a953a227/https://www.pinterest.com/awhittenberge/https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-truths-we-hide/id1492522285https://linktr.ee/a_wild_ride_called_life.Once Upon A Boothttps://www.instagram.com/onceuponaboot/https://twitter.com/onceuponaboothttps://linktr.ee/Onceuponaboot.MusicSlapshot - Hang Up Your Boots.Artworkhttps://www.instagram.com/xolo_the_artist/.Buzzsprout - Let's get your podcast launched! Start for FREEDisclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/Onceuponaboot)

This week I have a very special and beautiful guest: Ashley Galsband a.k.a. my wife. We delve into what makes a "dependa". Hear the hilarious stories of military spouse and the spouses we have encountered over the years. We talk how to make a marriage and family in the military work, compare "boots" and dependas", talk the importance of independence, and the age old topic of "sharing rank". This is certainly an episode you do not want to miss!..Please rate, review, and subscribe!I will be reading a review at the beginning of every episode!.If you would like to be a guest on the show, send an email to onceuponabootpodcast@gmail.com.Ashleyhttps://www.instagram.com/ashleynoel_rdh/.Once Upon A Boothttps://www.instagram.com/onceuponaboot/https://twitter.com/onceuponaboot.MusicSlapshot - Hang Up Your Boots.Artworkhttps://www.instagram.com/xolo_the_artist/.Buzzsprout - Let's get your podcast launched! Start for FREEDisclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/Onceuponaboot)

This is a different episode this week of Once Upon A Boot. This is a short talk about some of mental issues I've dealt with, as well as different ways to seek out help. As September is Suicide Awareness Month, I wanted to take an episode to remind everyone to reach out to those they love. Don't let your brothers/sisters suffer in silence!.Want to be on a future episode? Send an email to onceuponabootpodcast@gmail.com.Please rate, review, and subscribe!.Veterans Crisis Line1-800-273-8255 Press: 1Text: 838255https://www.veteranscrisisline.net/.Resources for Veteran friends/familyhttps://www.maketheconnection.net/family-friends.National Suicide Prevention Lifeline1-800-273-8255https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org/.Once Upon A Boothttps://www.instagram.com/onceuponaboot/https://twitter.com/onceuponaboot.MusicSlapshot - Hang Up Your Boots.Artworkhttps://www.instagram.com/xolo_the_artist/.Buzzsprout - Let's get your podcast launched! Start for FREEDisclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/Onceuponaboot)

This week I have 23-year retired Senior Chief Edwin Rodriguez on the pod! We talk about everything from him playing minor league baseball in Puerto Rico and joining the Navy, all the way to retiring as a Senior Chief! Hear the great stories such as redeeming himself after a DUI, and even how he had a sailor who faked cancer!? We also talk about his now successful real estate career and even some tips for everyone out there! Don't miss the newest episode of Once Upon A Boot! .Please rate, review, and subscribe!I will be reading a review at the beginning of every episode!.If you would like to be a guest on the show, send an email to onceuponabootpodcast@gmail.com.Once Upon A Boothttps://www.instagram.com/onceuponaboot/https://twitter.com/onceuponaboot.Edwinhttps://edwinrodriguez.chantelrayhomes.com/.MusicSlapshot - Hang Up Your Boots.Artworkhttps://www.instagram.com/xolo_the_artist/.Buzzsprout - Let's get your podcast launched! Start for FREEDisclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/Onceuponaboot)

From breaking an arm at hardcore show, to getting in trouble on base with a Master at Arms, these two boots reminisce about the good ol' days of the Navy. We're talking funny stories from training, the ship, and deployment stories featuring Star Wars on a mountain in Spain!? You don't want to miss this great episode of Once Upon A Boot!Once Upon A Boothttps://www.instagram.com/onceuponaboot/https://twitter.com/onceuponabootMarcushttps://www.instagram.com/lilmarcus_va/MusicSlapshot - Hang Up Your BootsArtworkhttps://www.instagram.com/xolo_the_artist/Buzzsprout - Let's get your podcast launched! Start for FREEDisclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/Onceuponaboot)

On the first episode I talk with my good friend, Navy veteran, and exceptionally talented content creator D.J. White. We're talking embarrassing out of boot camp moments, what it was like coming to our first ship in the Navy, some deployment tales, and naturally which cereal is best. Be sure to check out everything D.J. is doing on all his social media and give it a follow! Hope you enjoy!D.J.https://www.instagram.com/dontgiveabit/https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCzAWwTwfqTJPhCNk0stdaoQhttps://twitter.com/dontgiveabithttps://www.tiktok.com/@dontgiveabit?source=h5_mMusicSlapshot - Hang Up Your BootsArtworkhttps://www.instagram.com/xolo_the_artist/Buzzsprout - Let's get your podcast launched! Start for FREEDisclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/Onceuponaboot)

Welcome to the Once Upon A Boot Podcast! A short introduction to myself and the show, stay tuned for more episodes featuring talented and interesting veterans!Music: Slapshot - Hang Up Your BootsArtwork: xolotheartist@gmail.comBuzzsprout - Let's get your podcast launched! Start for FREEDisclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/Onceuponaboot)