Podcasts about afghanistan wars

In this inspiring episode, we reconnect with Russ Rogers, who shared his journey with us back in Episode 12, and welcome Dan Scoca, as Russ and Dan are launching a brand new podcast next month. Dan shares his background as a physician's assistant and explains his passion for both physical and mental wellness. Russ and Dan dive into how they met and bonded over their shared commitment to empowering others. Together, they're launching the Dual Coast Podcast in January 2025, with a mission to inspire listeners to move, improve their health, and achieve a balanced mind-body connection. Topics We Discuss in This Episode: Updates from Russ and his ongoing journey. Dan's background and approach to wellness. How Russ and Dan connected to form a powerful team. Insights into the Dual Coast Podcast and its unique focus on physical and mental wellness. Practical tips for overcoming seasonal depression and finding motivation to move, even when you're in a rut. Russ's practice of choosing a one-word theme for the year and the profound impact it's had on his mindset.   This episode is dedicated to 22 Too Many Veteran: Chad Contranchis In Memory of HM3 Chad Julius Contranchis USN November 5, 1979 – September 20, 2015 Navy Corpsman /  Iraq 2003 Afghanistan 2004 In school Chad loved sports – he played football, baseball, and ran track. He knew no strangers.  Later, Chad worked for Jefferson Fiberglass and later joined the United States Navy. He served in the Iraq and Afghanistan Wars as a Medical Corpsman. He took his military job very seriously. He loved taking care of others and was proud of his work. He was “Doc”, a Hospital Corpsman on the front lines in Iraq. He took an oath to help everyone, even the injured Iraqis. He served on the USS Saipan with the 2nd Battalion – 8th Marine Regiment. He later served in Afghanistan. He was stationed in Camp LeJeune in North Carolina. After his two tours he went to Virginia Tech and graduated with a Bachelors Degree in Health and Science. Afterwards he served in Maine, and there he started to experience PTSD. He tried, not letting it bother him. He met Sherry, the mother of his twins, Chad Jr. and Gabrielle. He passed away September 20, 2015.  Those left behind to cherish his memory include his children, Chad Julius Contranchis Jr. and Gabrielle Judy Contranchis; his mother, Brenda Contranchis and her companion Huey Bethancourt; grandmother, Shirley Autin Contranchis; his father of 27 years, Kevin Barrios; grandmother June Barrios along with many other loving family members and friends. Chad was a loving father, son, grandson and friend and will be sadly missed. “My thoughts and heartfelt condolences to the family and children of Doc Contranchis, with whom I served in Iraq. He was a man not only of good honor but also of good humor, and we are all poorer for his loss. Rest peacefully, Doc. -Chef” “I served with Chad and I say this, He will be missed. All the guys from the Marines that knew him will hold his memory in a special place for all eternity. All I remember was a young man that came to the Battalion and in a matter of days we were on a ship heading for Iraq. He was always wanting to help and always there volunteering for the extra jobs. He had a great sense of humor and will be missed. I can't imagine how you feel and I'm sorry for your loss. HM2 Alan”  Final Rest: Saint Pius X Church, Crown Point, Louisiana ------------------------------------------------------- Dual Coast Podcast can be found on: Instagram (@dualcoastpodcast) Facebook TikTok (@dualcoastpodcast) It will begin streaming every Tuesday on all of the above apps as well as YouTube, beginning January 7, 2025 at 8:30am Eastern/5:30am Pacific.  Email: dualcoastpod@gmail.com ------------------------------------------------------- You can purchase Russ' books on Amazon You can also visit Russ on https://movetoday365.com/ You can also find him on: Instagram (@MoveToday365) Facebook Email: movetoday365@yahoo.com   Dan can be found on Instagram (@dscocs31)   You can find Paul - The Rhode Runner in the following places: Twitter: @TheRhodeRunner Instagram: @TheRhodeRunner Facebook Inspiring Journeys can be found on: InspiringJourneys.net Instagram: @InspiringJourneysPod Facebook Email: paul@inspiringjourneys.net You can also download and subscribe to the Inspiring Journeys Podcast at: Apple Podcasts iHeartRadio Spotify

*Today EVERYONE on the right loves Julian Assange and is celebrating his release.*But his battle was a lonely one, LONG FOUGHT and nearly killed him.*A core group of relentless supporters across the globe are likely the only reason he is alive.*This is DESPITE the most vicious persecution, which came in 2017-2021 during the Trump presidency.*Julian Assange was an outspoken enemy of the UNIPARTY and exposed the FAKE electoral circus.*That landed him squarely in the crossfire of Trump's CIA and DOJ in 2017.Julian Assange is the founder of Wikileaks. His revolutionary platform used SecureDrop technology to assist government whistleblowers in safely uploading classified documents meant to expose government malfeasance, corruption, abuses and fraud. He assisted Chelsea Manning in exposing military abuses during the Iraq & Afghanistan wars by publishing leaked documents and was a relentless advocate for Manning during his arrest and trial here in the United States. His outspoken criticism of the FAKE 2016 election cycle landed him squarely in the crossfire of the deep state in 2017. He has beed detained for almost 15 years and was released YESTERDAY following a secret deal with the DOJ.We recap & analyze the Assange Saga today & MORE with John Burk who served in the United States Army during the the Iraq & Afghanistan Wars. John is the host of the All American Savage daily podcast on Rumble and other platforms.FOLLOW John on Twitter: @johnburk39WATCH John on Rumble: https://rumble.com/c/JohnBurk______________________________________________________Show Notes & RESOURCES:Professor Mearsheimer makes his case why Julian Assange should not be extradited to the U.S and be pardoned. This is the CLEAR legal rationale underpinning the case for Assange's innocence.https://x.com/Real_Politik101/status/1802330064379334748CONTRA SPIN - good, deep dive & independent overview of the Assange Odyssey:https://contraspin.co.nz/beingjulianassange/WAPO 2020 - Assange lawyer says he cannot get a fair trial during Trump's administrationhttps://www.washingtonpost.com/world/europe/julian-assange-fights-extradition-to-the-united-states-in-court/2020/02/23/7389ad1a-54f5-11ea-80ce-37a8d4266c09_story.html_________________________________________________Please support our sponsors!*Get 44% OFF Native Hydrate with this exclusive SJ offer!Go to nativehydrate.com/joyRestore Whole-Body Hydration,Reduce Brain Fog And Support Muscle Health!Native Hydrate is a zero-sugar electrolyte and amino acid drink mix that supports hydration, energy, and muscle health. Extra special bonus from Field of Greens!!!!Plug in the promo code SHANNON for an additional 15% off your purchase!Go to www.fieldofgreens.com to shop and save! Support the Show.Please Support Our Sponsors! Achieve financial independence with Colonial Metals Group!!! Set up a SAFE & Secure IRA or 401k with a company who shares your values and supports this show! Learn about your options HERE ——>https://colonialmetalsgroup.com/joy Get FIT and healthy with your daily serving of Field of Greens!!! Go to www.fieldofgreens.com and use the promo code JOY for 15% off! For TOTAL phone security and privacy check out our sponsors at Connecta Mobil! Visit them TODAY at www.Phone123.com/Joy Or talk to a real person by calling: 941-246-2156

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“The purpose of the lawsuit is to fully expose the bank's willing support to groups that are killing Americans—and others—overseas.” This announcement by attorney Nicholas “Deke” Deketomis sets up the gladiatorial arena between Big Banking and a team of well-meaning activist lawyers. The Iraq and Afghanistan Wars introduced the concept of IEDs (Improvised Explosive Devices) and EFPs (Explosively Formed Penetrators) that seriously maim or kill. It appears that these bombs are still being made and utilized by terrorists overseas. Who is funding them? Could it possibly be a large global bank with a major branch in New York? Is a reverse money laundering scheme in place that allows money transactions to bypass Department of Justice sanctions? Deke and his colleagues—co-counsel Michael Carey and investigators Carol Morris and Jake Rutledge—set out to uncover the deceit and bring the white collar criminals to justice. With the help of Michael's friend and war veteran, Joel Hartbeck—who first blows the whistle against the bank—the Deketomis team quickly discovers that they may have tackled more than they bargained for. A dangerous right wing paramilitary group might be involved in protecting the bank's interests, and Hartbeck soon goes missing. As Deke's lawsuit progresses, the sudden appearance of IEDs and EFPs on US highways cause death and destruction. Who is behind this evil?Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/houseofmysteryradio. Become a member at https://plus.acast.com/s/houseofmysteryradio. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Retired General Dan Bolger steps into the spotlight with a trove of hard-hitting insights from his book "Why We Lost: A General's Inside Account of the Iraq and Afghanistan Wars," offering a poignant reflection on the sobering realities of America's military interventions. As we discuss the recent withdrawal from Afghanistan, General Bolger draws sharp parallels to Vietnam, cautioning against the pitfalls of overconfidence and the complex cultural intricacies of conflict zones. The conversation unveils the nuanced tapestry of military strategy and leadership, providing a riveting narrative that promises to reshape your understanding of global military dynamics.This episode peels back the layers of America's military history, tracing the lines from strategic containment to the pivotal post-9/11 era that redefined global terrorism and warfare. General Bolger's expertise guides us through the operational mazes of Afghanistan and Iraq, spotlighting the contrasts between conventional warfare and the guerrilla tactics that have shaped today's insurgencies. A detailed analysis of the challenges faced by American forces and the Afghan leadership paints a stark picture of the strategic missteps and the vital lessons that emerged amidst the dust of conflict.As we conclude, General Bolger urges a contemplative approach to understanding the strategic failures in Afghanistan, akin to the thorough British Chilcot Report. We consider the future of the country in the hands of a younger generation versed in guerrilla warfare and ponder the global implications of America's military engagements. General Bolger's seasoned perspectives, drawn from a storied career and a keen historical lens, offer an invaluable masterclass in the art of war and the weighty decisions of those who lead nations into battle. Support the show

In this episode of his "Thinking Out Loud" series, Double D discusses the hollowing out the the United States Military Industrial Complex, as well as how the U.S. Military and its defense contractors are riddled by corruption.Opening the video, Double D touches on rising tensions between the United States, Russia, and China. He views these tensions through the lens of the new Cold War, and suggests that despite the U.S. potential for power projection around the world, industrial and systemic trends in the U.S. may show that U.S. military might is not as all-encompassing as may be believed.Double D reads excerpts from an article from "Foreign Affairs" which examines the decades long trend of the hollowing out of the U.S. War Industry. He analyzes how in the past, war production was handled by Government Owned-Government Operated or GOGO plants, and that the U.S. used a vast bureaucracy to handle production and to pursue oversight for private contractors. He shows how gradually this system was dismantled, and the doors were thrown open for private investment, leading to today, where 88% of all military procurements are commercial.Moving on, Double D examines the rise of the Big Five Defense Contractors, Boeing, Raytheon, Northrup-Grumman, Lockheed-Martin, and General Dynamics. He shows how over a series of wars, these corporations were able to conglomerate in to massive entities that are responsible for the vast majority of domestic defense procurements. He shows how, through this process, these war corporations were also able to buy up what little oversight remained in defense contracting, establishing ties between the corporations and the highest points of power within the U.S. military apparatus. He also shows how defense contractors have forsaken practical production contractors for implements such as rifles, artillery shells, and ammunition, favoring instead experimental weapons systems which are tied to an endless reserve of government R and D dollars.Double D also examines the process of deindustrialization and offshoring of defense production. Highlighting the fact that only three plants manufacture military planes, only five plants produce missile systems, and only one plant had produced the black powder necessary for ammunition production until it exploded several years back. He shows how the contemporary U.S. Military is completely dependent on off shore production and foreign contractors. He also analyzes how the United States no longer has the skilled labor pool necessary to produce weapons of mass death, citing the reality that higher education as well as skill certification is locked behind a paywall that most Americans are unable to bypass; he contrasts this present day situation to the 1950's, where the U.S. government heavily subsidized education in the fields of science and technology.Moving on, Double D examines the culture of corruption that exists within the U.S. military itself. He cites several examples of theft and fraud that persisted through the Iraq and Afghanistan Wars. He quotes a veteran who covers military corruption who said: "The amount of theft going on is worse than when I was a young soldier in Vietnam." Double D suggests that a culture of gangsterism, as well as the inefficiency and bottomless well of dollars which exists in the military, have created an organization where corruption has become the norm.Double D also examines the long history of Defense Contractors being involved in fraud and negligence. He cites examples from the Securities and Exchanges Commission, including cases against Halliburton, 3M, Boeing, and many more. He shows how the modern day military industrial complex has become another example of a gamified economic system, where efficiency and cost to value production no longer matter, having seemingly been replaced by a culture of graft and profit by any means necessary.Double D rounds off the video by suggesting that these trends sig

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This is the first of a new episode type we will be featuring on America: Fog of War, called The SIT-REP [The Situation Report]. This is something we wanted to put out so all of you can stay up to date on the "situation' of the show--what we're working on next, improvements we're making to the show, and what we have on the horizon. Listen to The SIT-REP and find out what's going on with America: Fog of War and to hear the some important news about the next few months. Brett's Call-to-Action Follow us on:  Instagram @Americafogofwar   TikTok @america_fogofwar Become a Member for more insider content Follow Civil War Trails — www.civilwartrails.org/    Hosts Colby Sumner        Brett Thomas                 Host                       Host                   About Brett and Colby, both Marine Corps combat veterans of the Iraq and Afghanistan Wars, use their backgrounds to tell the stories from America's past wars. This podcast incorporates their combat experiences to relate the experiences of American warriors of the past to a modern audience. To further discover and commemorate our history, provide insight to younger generations, and inspire everyone to uphold and honor the legacy of the American Warrior.

4.4) [PATREON PREVIEW] Hippocket History - The Battle of Shiloh: This hippocket covers the Battle of Shiloh as Union forces move deeper into the Confederate States. A once peaceful location becomes the setting of a bloody and viscous, grinding battle. The men on both sides of the line dish out the most tenacious fighting our nation had ever seen at the time. For that reason, the Hornets' Nest earns its forever nickname. *This episode is a preview of one our exclusive Patreon only episodes. To hear the entire episode click on the link "become a member" below.*  Brett's Call-to-Action Follow us on:  Instagram @Americafogofwar   TikTok @america_fogofwar Become a Member for more insider content Follow Civil War Trails — www.civilwartrails.org/    Hosts Colby Sumner        Brett Thomas                 Host                       Host                   About Brett and Colby, both Marine Corps combat veterans of the Iraq and Afghanistan Wars, use their backgrounds to tell the stories from America's past wars. This podcast incorporates their combat experiences to relate the experiences of American warriors of the past to a modern audience. To further discover and commemorate our history, provide insight to younger generations, and inspire everyone to uphold and honor the legacy of the American Warrior.  

4.3) Debrief with Gene Barr: In this Debrief episode, Brett and Colby sit down with author Gene Barr (A Civil War Captain and His Lady: Love, Courtship, and Combat from Fort Donelson Through the Vicksburg Campaign) to discuss the personal experiences of a Union soldier in Ulysses S. Grant's Army of the Tennessee. The conversation covers everything from missing loved ones to a soldier coming face to face with the violence they're capable of.    Listen to the conversation and see the similarities between the experiences of the civil war soldier and those of the modern American warrior.   Get Gene's Book:  A Civil War Captain and His Lady      Brett's Call-to-Action Follow us on:  Instagram @Americafogofwar   TikTok @america_fogofwar Become a Member for more insider content Follow Civil War Trails — www.civilwartrails.org/    Hosts Colby Sumner        Brett Thomas         Gene Barr        Host                       Host                    Guest   About Brett and Colby, both Marine Corps combat veterans of the Iraq and Afghanistan Wars, use their backgrounds to tell the stories from America's past wars. This podcast incorporates their combat experiences to relate the experiences of American warriors of the past to a modern audience. To further discover and commemorate our history, provide insight to younger generations, and inspire everyone to uphold and honor the legacy of the American Warrior.

4.2) Hippocket History - the Battle of the Ironclads: Also known as the Battle of Hampton Roads, this episode not only covers how these monumental ships faced off for the first time, but how this naval battle made an impact on the nation and others across the ocean. This most innovative demonstration during war time takes place in this hippocket. Check it out, it changed the world forever.    Warhawk's Hampton Roads animated battlemap on YouTube:  Warhawk - Battle of Hampton Roads     Brett's Call-to-Action Follow us on:  Instagram @Americafogofwar   TikTok @america_fogofwar Become a Member for more insider content Follow Civil War Trails — www.civilwartrails.org/    Hosts Colby Sumner        Brett Thomas                 Host                       Host                        About Brett and Colby, both Marine Corps combat veterans of the Iraq and Afghanistan Wars, use their backgrounds to tell the stories from America's past wars. This podcast incorporates their combat experiences to relate the experiences of American warriors of the past to a modern audience. To further discover and commemorate our history, provide insight to younger generations, and inspire everyone to uphold and honor the legacy of the American Warrior.

4.1) Debrief with Michael Lentz: In this debrief episode Colby and Brett sit down with Michael Lentz—a Licensed Battle Field Guide at the Brandy Station Battlefield—to discuss that battle and the experiences of the men that fought it.    The Battle of Brandy Station is the first battle of the Gettysburg Campaign and the largest, majority, cavalry engagement of the Civil War. At Brandy Station, the Army of the Potomac's Cavalry Corps faced off against J.E.B. Stuart's Cavalry in a fight that signaled an end to Confederate dominance in horse-mounted warfare.    Listen to their conversation to find out more about the battle, the men engaged in it, and how to get the most out of a tour of the battlefield.     Brett's Call-to-Action Follow us on:  Instagram @Americafogofwar   TikTok @america_fogofwar Become a Member for more insider content Follow Civil War Trails — www.civilwartrails.org/    Hosts Colby Sumner        Brett Thomas        Michael Lentz            Host                       Host                      Guest   About Brett and Colby, both Marine Corps combat veterans of the Iraq and Afghanistan Wars, use their backgrounds to tell the stories from America's past wars. This podcast incorporates their combat experiences to relate the experiences of American warriors of the past to a modern audience. To further discover and commemorate our history, provide insight to younger generations, and inspire everyone to uphold and honor the legacy of the American Warrior.

4.) Episode 4 - Season 1: This episode picks up in the aftermath of the First Battle of Manassas, and with the Union Army acquiring a new commanding general. For the first time this season, Colby takes us into the Western Theater–where one of the war's best generals will soon make a name for himself and win the victories Lincoln, and the Union, so desperately need.       Brett's Call-to-Action Follow us on:  Instagram @Americafogofwar   TikTok @america_fogofwar Become a Member for more insider content Follow Civil War Trails — www.civilwartrails.org/    Hosts Colby Sumner                   Host                                        About Brett and Colby, both Marine Corps combat veterans of the Iraq and Afghanistan Wars, use their backgrounds to tell the stories from America's past wars. This podcast incorporates their combat experiences to relate the experiences of American warriors of the past to a modern audience. To further discover and commemorate our history, provide insight to younger generations, and inspire everyone to uphold and honor the legacy of the American Warrior.

3.4) Hippocket History - Fort Henry and Fort Donelson: Jump into the Western Theater of the American Civil War and find out how two small forts become the targets for the U.S. Army and Navy in an operation to stab deeper into the Confederacy. Many will be involved, but one man in particular makes an outstanding impact on the war effort and the men that serve under his command.       Brett's Call-to-Action Follow us on:  Instagram @Americafogofwar   TikTok @america_fogofwar Become a Member for more insider content Follow Civil War Trails — www.civilwartrails.org/    Hosts Colby Sumner       Brett Thomas                Host                      Host                     About Brett and Colby, both Marine Corps combat veterans of the Iraq and Afghanistan Wars, use their backgrounds to tell the stories from America's past wars. This podcast incorporates their combat experiences to relate the experiences of American warriors of the past to a modern audience. To further discover and commemorate our history, provide insight to younger generations, and inspire everyone to uphold and honor the legacy of the American Warrior.

3.3) Debrief with USMC Senior Drill Instructor SSgt. Jack Larter - Ever wonder how Marines are made? Get into this ‘behind the scenes' debrief as we interview former Senior Drill Instructor, Staff Sergeant Jack Larter. With a Marine Corps career as a mortarman in Afghanistan's Helmand Province, to the drill field aboard Parris Island, Jack Larter provides us with a behind the scenes glimpse of life as a Marine Corps Drill Instructor. Find out how his combat experience shaped the way he made Marines and how he continues to live by those standards and traditions even after coming home.       Brett's Call-to-Action Follow us on:  Instagram @Americafogofwar   TikTok @america_fogofwar Become a Member for more insider content Follow Civil War Trails — www.civilwartrails.org/    Hosts Colby Sumner       Brett Thomas         Jack Larter         Host                       Host                      Guest   About Brett and Colby, both Marine Corps combat veterans of the Iraq and Afghanistan Wars, use their backgrounds to tell the stories from America's past wars. This podcast incorporates their combat experiences to relate the experiences of American warriors of the past to a modern audience. To further discover and commemorate our history, provide insight to younger generations, and inspire everyone to uphold and honor the legacy of the American Warrior.

3.2) Hippocket History - Henry Hill is part two of the hippocket history covering the 1st Battle of Manassas. The episode continues with the stage set for a crushing Union victory. The Federal forces will soon realize, however, that the battle is far from over. Knock out part two of this hip pocket as it covers the afternoon portion of the tremendous efforts made on Henry Hill to really get a grasp on the first major battle of the American Civil War.       Brett's Call-to-Action Follow us on:  Instagram @Americafogofwar   TikTok @america_fogofwar Become a Member for more insider content Foor more on Civil War Trails visit: www.civilwartrails.org/    Hosts Colby Sumner       Brett Thomas        Host                      Host   About Brett and Colby, both Marine Corps combat veterans of the Iraq and Afghanistan Wars, use their backgrounds to tell the stories from America's past wars. This podcast incorporates their combat experiences to relate the experiences of American warriors of the past to a modern audience. To further discover and commemorate our history, provide insight to younger generations, and inspire everyone to uphold and honor the legacy of the American Warrior.

Debrief with S.U.V.C.W. Is a conversation with Bruce Frail and Ben Frail of the Sons of Union Veterans of the Civil War. The S.U.V.C.W. is a fraternal organization dedicated to preserving the history and legacy of heroes who fought and worked to save the Union—They are the legal successor to the Grand Army of the Republic. Find out more about the S.U.V.C.W. on their website: www.suvcw.org       Brett's Call-to-Action Follow us on:  Instagram @Americafogofwar   TikTok @america_fogofwar Become a Member for more insider content Follow Civil War Trails — https://www.civilwartrails.org/    Hosts Colby Sumner        Brett Thomas           Host                        Host   About Brett and Colby, both Marine Corps combat veterans of the Iraq and Afghanistan Wars, use their backgrounds to tell the stories from America's past wars. This podcast incorporates their combat experiences to relate the experiences of American warriors of the past to a modern audience. To further discover and commemorate our history, provide insight to younger generations, and inspire everyone to uphold and honor the legacy of the American Warrior.

Episode 3 - Season 1 of America: Fog of War, The first major battle of the U.S. Civil War is a rude awakening for the soldiers that have to fight it and a shock to the nation. Listen as Colby tells the story of the 1st Battle of Manassas/Bull Run and experience all the twists, turns, and tragedies in this story of the 'American Warrior.'   Brett's Call-to-Action Follow us on: Instagram @Americafogofwar TikTok @america_fogofwar YouTube  Become a Member for more insider content Follow Civil War Trails — https://www.civilwartrails.org/  Host Colby Sumner        Host About Brett and Colby, both Marine Corps combat veterans of the Iraq and Afghanistan Wars, use their backgrounds to tell the stories from America's past wars. This podcast incorporates their combat experiences to relate the experiences of American warriors of the past to a modern audience. To further discover and commemorate our history, provide insight to younger generations, and inspire everyone to uphold and honor the legacy of the American Warrior.

This Hippocket History episode, part one of a two part series on the first Battle of Bull Run [or first Manassas], sets the stage early in the war for what major engagements are going to look like. But it's an unknown flanking maneuver made by Union troops before the battle begins that puts Matthews Hill in the sights of both Union and Confederate forces. Tune-in to find out what happens.    Brett's Call-to-Action Follow us on Instagram @Americafogofwar Become a Member for more insider content Discover your passion for American war history   Hosts & Guests Colby Sumner       Brett Thomas           Host                           Host   About Brett and Colby, both Marine Corps combat veterans of the Iraq and Afghanistan Wars, use their backgrounds to tell the stories from America's past wars. This podcast incorporates their combat experiences to relate the experiences of American warriors of the past to a modern audience. To further discover and commemorate our history, provide insight to younger generations, and inspire everyone to uphold and honor the legacy of the American Warrior.

Join us to discover the extraordinary life of USMC Force Recon Veteran Chad Robichaux. He is a pro MMA champion and best selling author as well as the founder and president of the Mighty Oaks Foundation. Discover his path from the yellow footprints aboard Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, to assisting those in need across the globe. Learn from this inspiring interview how he continues to make a positive impact on others around him, on so many fronts. Also, find out what you can do to “pay it forward” and check out the link below. Link to the Mighty Oaks Foundation: https://www.mightyoaksprograms.org/    Brett's Call-to-Action Follow us on Instagram @Americafogofwar Become a Member for more insider content Discover your passion for American war history   Hosts & Guests Colby Sumner       Brett Thomas       Chad Robichaux          Host                            Host                            Guest   About Brett and Colby, both Marine Corps combat veterans of the Iraq and Afghanistan Wars, use their backgrounds to tell the stories from America's past wars. This podcast incorporates their combat experiences to relate the experiences of American warriors of the past to a modern audience. To further discover and commemorate our history, provide insight to younger generations, and inspire everyone to uphold and honor the legacy of the American Warrior.

The period leading up to the attack on Fort Sumter is riveted with emotions, new political movements, and a brand new President. From political strategies to night operations during the Mid 19th Century–conducted in enemy territory–the Fort Sumter Crisis doesn't disappoint. Tune-in to this episode of Hippocket History as the guys discuss the moment that America was changed forever.   Brett's Call-to-Action Follow us on Instagram @Americafogofwar Become a Member for more insider content Discover your passion for American war history   Hosts & Guests Colby Sumner       Brett Thomas          Host                           Host    About Brett and Colby, both Marine Corps combat veterans of the Iraq and Afghanistan Wars, use their backgrounds to tell the stories from America's past wars. This podcast incorporates their combat experiences to relate the experiences of American warriors of the past to a modern audience. To further discover and commemorate our history, provide insight to younger generations, and inspire everyone to uphold and honor the legacy of the American Warrior.  

Join us for this Debrief episode, to hear Paul Hoza's unique desire to connect with history by serving in the ranks of the same unit that he, and many others, love so much from the Civil War - “The Fighting 69th.” He also is the creator and host of the successful podcast “Untold Civil War” as well as his newest show, distributed on YouTube, “The Tactical Historian.” Tune in to hear about: what made him want to pursue a career in the military, his time in the Army National Guard, and how his time in service helped him interpret war history in a way that can't be taught in a classroom. ‘Untold Civil War' Instagram: @untold_civil_war  ‘The Tactical Historian' Instagram: @the_tactical_historian ‘The Tactical Historian' Youtube page: https://youtu.be/AvsFA3cJWKc ‘Untold Civil War' on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/untold-civil-war/id1493685212   Brett's Call-to-Action Follow us on Instagram @Americafogofwar Become a Member for more insider content Discover your passion for American war history   Hosts & Guests Colby Sumner       Brett Thomas      Paul Hoza          Host                           Host                      Guest   About Brett and Colby, both Marine Corps combat veterans of the Iraq and Afghanistan Wars, use their backgrounds to tell the stories from America's past wars. This podcast incorporates their combat experiences to relate the experiences of American warriors of the past to a modern audience. To further discover and commemorate our history, provide insight to younger generations, and inspire everyone to uphold and honor the legacy of the American Warrior.  

Episode 2 - Season 1 of America: Fog of War, Colby picks the story up in the aftermath of John Brown's execution and introduces some new characters that will play leading roles in the war to come. We'll look at how the Presidential election of 1860 affects the tension blanketing the country, the secession winter of 1860, and the events that transformed the situation at Fort Sumter from a crisis into a Civil War.   Brett's Call-to-Action Follow us on Instagram @Americafogofwar Become a Member for more insider content Discover your passion for American war history   Hosts & Guests Colby Sumner          Host    About Brett and Colby, both Marine Corps combat veterans of the Iraq and Afghanistan Wars, use their backgrounds to tell the stories from America's past wars. This podcast incorporates their combat experiences to relate the experiences of American warriors of the past to a modern audience. To further discover and commemorate our history, provide insight to younger generations, and inspire everyone to uphold and honor the legacy of the American Warrior.

Little known, but interesting facts are brought to the conversation as Colby and Brett discuss a few famous combatants from the U.S. Civil War. In this Hippocket History episode, the guys examine some war stories from those combatants' first exposure to combat in the Mexican-American War, 15 years before the outbreak of the U.S. Civil War. Find out how these events created young American combat veterans, and how those veterans, years later, use the knowledge gained in Mexico to wage war like never before, in America. Brett's Call-to-Action Follow us on Instagram @Americafogofwar Become a Member for more insider content Discover your passion for American war history Hosts Colby Sumner      Brett Thomas          Host                           Host About Brett and Colby, both Marine Corps combat veterans of the Iraq and Afghanistan Wars, use their backgrounds to tell the stories from America's past wars. This podcast incorporates their combat experiences to relate the experiences of American warriors of the past to a modern audience. To further discover and commemorate our history, provide insight to younger generations, and inspire everyone to uphold and honor the legacy of the American Warrior.

In this Debrief, Colby and Brett have a conversation with USMC infantry officer Albert Varela about his first combat deployment; where as a platoon commander he had to face the extremes of battle and lead his Marines through intense combat in Marjah, Afghanistan (Helmand Province). They discuss Albert Varela's time as a student at the U.S. Naval Academy as well as Marine infantry officer training and consider what impact they had on his successes overseas. Find out the whole story from this combat veteran of the war in Afghanistan. Brett's Call-to-Action Follow us on Instagram @Americafogofwar Become a Member for more insider content Discover your passion for American war history Hosts & Guest Colby Sumner      Brett Thomas     Albert Varela          Host                          Host                       Guest About Brett and Colby, both Marine Corps combat veterans of the Iraq and Afghanistan Wars, use their backgrounds to tell the stories from America's past wars. This podcast incorporates their combat experiences to relate the experiences of American warriors of the past to a modern audience. To further discover and commemorate our history, provide insight to younger generations, and inspire everyone to uphold and honor the legacy of the American Warrior.

The year is 1859, John Brown has a plan to free the American Slave… by force. To do so, he has one stop he must make. Under the cover of darkness, he and his group of raiders enter Harpers Ferry with the objective of capturing the armory and its stores. Find out how his daring attempt unfolded, how the U.S. Army and Marines got involved, and why this event gained national attention. Tune into this Hippocket History episode as we discuss the raid: the strategies, and tactics, Brown employed as well as the ones he didn't. From the actual raid and the fight to stay alive, to the grim prediction written on a tiny piece of paper, discover how this single event moves the country toward the precipice of the bloodiest war in America's history. Brett's Call-to-Action Follow us on Instagram @Americafogofwar Become a Member for more insider content Discover your passion for American war history Hosts & Guests Colby Sumner      Brett Thomas          Host                           Host About Brett and Colby, both Marine Corps combat veterans of the Iraq and Afghanistan Wars, use their backgrounds to tell the stories from America's past wars. This podcast incorporates their combat experiences to relate the experiences of American warriors of the past to a modern audience. To further discover and commemorate our history, provide insight to younger generations, and inspire everyone to uphold and honor the legacy of the American Warrior.

[PATREON PREVIEW] Meet Bill, a combat veteran of the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan. Find out about his time in the Marine Corps and Army as his impressive military career continues to grow. This warrior provides insight as to how he did it, and how someone thinking about it may want to do it. His passionate approach to his career and what it takes to be a team player also serves as a mentor to anyone listening. *To hear the full episode become a member by visiting www.americafogofwar.com and clicking the link "Becom a Member" at the top of the page. Brett's Call to Action -Follow us on Instagram @Americafogofwar -Become a Member for more insider content                   -Subscribe to the show and leave a 5-star review, it helps a ton Hosts & Guests Colby Sumner       Brett Thomas         “Bill”          Host                            Host                    Guest About  Brett and Colby, both Marine Corps combat veterans of the Iraq and Afghanistan Wars, use their backgrounds to tell the stories from America's past wars. This podcast incorporates their combat experiences to relate the experiences of American warriors of the past to a modern audience. To further discover and commemorate our history, provide insight to younger generations, and inspire everyone to uphold and honor the legacy of the American Warrior.  

Episode 1 - Season 1 of America: Fog of War, Colby tells the story of the people and events in the years leading up to the start of the U.S. Civil War. The relationship the United States of America had with the institution of slavery, a war with Mexico, and a bloody conflict in Kansas are all part of the story in this episode.  Brett's Call-to-Action Follow us on Instagram @Americafogofwar Become a Member for more insider content  Discover your passion for American war history Host Colby Sumner          Host About Brett and Colby, both Marine Corps combat veterans of the Iraq and Afghanistan Wars, use their backgrounds to tell the stories from America's past wars. This podcast incorporates their combat experiences to relate the experiences of American warriors of the past to a modern audience. To further discover and commemorate our history, provide insight to younger generations, and inspire everyone to uphold and honor the legacy of the American Warrior.

In this episode of his "Thinking Out Loud" series, Double D explores the increased cash bonus program being initiated by the U.S. military.Double D outlines the requirements for the military's increased cash bonuses, citing that not all enlistees will receive the maximum dollar amount, and clarifying that these bonuses do not equate to a lump sum, but rather an increased stipend divvied out week by week over the course of a four year enlistment period.Double D then jumps into another military enlistment scheme, a student-loan-forgiveness program that will write off up to $65,000 in debt. Double D plays a clip from  @BreakThrough News featuring Mike Prysner of the  @Empire Files , who discusses the stipulations surrounding the student-loan-forgiveness program. Prysner notes that only a few jobs provide for the maximum amount of student-loan relief: a laundry and shower specialist, a supply chain specialist (one of the most dangerous jobs in the Iraq and Afghanistan Wars), and a Mortuary Affairs technician; responsible for matching up body parts and shipping dead servicemen and civilians back to their families.Double D ruminates on the half truths and outright lies being peddled by the U.S. military, designed to get poor and desperate working people in the door of the recruitment office by offering them paltry sums of cash and debt relief which pale in comparison to their amount of time and energy spent with the military. He touches on the U.S. military's policy of preying on young people in the poorest school districts in America, namely rural rust belt areas, and deteriorated inner cities populated by people of color.Switching gears, Double D examines the Pentagon's new 'E-Sports' program, which involves recruitment officers using games like Fortnite, Call of Duty, and Battlefield to discuss military service with children as young as twelve years old. He touches also on the Intelligence Community's long history of involvement with Hollywood and mass media, citing their advising entrees in games such as Call of Duty in order to perpetuate a positive propaganda narrative around the United States military.Rounding off the video, Double D reads from the 'Young Marines' website, a community organization whose sole purpose is to groom children as young as eight years old for future military service.Double D closes the video by divining on the nature of American capitalist empire, stating that the U.S. has been responsible for the deaths of millions upon millions of people around the world, and touching on the sick reality of propaganda and child grooming that keeps America's War Machine well oiled and lethal.

Massachusetts Peace Action for the third radio show in our SPECIAL SERIES ON FOREIGN POLICY, focused on the war in Ukraine. This event is also co-sponsored by the Campaign for Peace, Disarmament and Common Security. Featured Guests: Col. Lawrence Wilkerson is an adjunct professor of government and public policy at the College of William and Mary and the former Chief of Staff to Secretary of State Colin Powell (2002 to 2005). He is a critic of U.S. foreign policy surrounding the Iraq and Afghanistan Wars, Iran, and the new Cold Wars with China and Russia, and asserts that the U.S. is not a democracy but a war state that forces its will on the global community. In 2020, Wilkerson worked on bipartisan projects to prepare for the possibility that a defeated Donald Trump would refuse to leave office. Reiner Braun is the executive director of the International Peace Bureau, the founder of the No to NATO Network, and is active with the International Network of Engineers and Scientists for Global Responsibility (INES) and the International Association of Lawyers Against Nuclear Arms (IALANA). He is also the author of several books, including “Einstein and Peace” and a biography about the Peace Nobel Laureate Joseph Rotblat.

The 11th day of the 11th month at the 11th hour, the Great War came to an end through the signing of the Armistice Agreement. On this day each year throughout the Commonwealth, we stop and remember those that lost their lives through the aggression of nations or power-hungry men looking to expand their country, resources and personal fortunes. In America, the same date is observed but with a different name, it is called Veterans Day. On November 8th, we commemorate our Canadian Indigenous Veterans. It is with sadness and gratitude we remember the men and women willing to fight in far off lands for the freedoms we enjoy today and will tomorrow. A great many families have been touched by the wars. Although the November 11 date was specific to World War 1, it has been expanded to included World War 2, the Korean War, the Vietnamese War, Iran Iraq and Afghanistan Wars. The November 11 date is of interest as 11: 11 holds much mystical meanings. The choosing of that date and time had to have been for reasons we are not privy too, but it is doubtful that this date was used because there was an opening in someone's calendar! The number 11 is a master number in numerology. It signifies new beginnings and new energies. It can signal angelic communications, or a spirit presence. But many see it as an indicator of an increasingly powerful ‘call to consciousness' that is occurring all over the planet. The depth of the 11:11 connection would appear to be synchronized to our level of awareness and understanding of how fundamental the connection that exists between the physical and spiritual worlds. There are many interpretations of the 11:11 phenomenon but all agree that it is always a positive outcome whatever the interpretation.

The 11th day of the 11th month at the 11th hour, the Great War came to an end through the signing of the Armistice Agreement. On this day each year throughout the Commonwealth, we stop and remember those that lost their lives through the aggression of nations or power-hungry men looking to expand their country, resources and personal fortunes. In America, the same date is observed but with a different name, it is called Veterans Day. On November 8th, we commemorate our Canadian Indigenous Veterans. It is with sadness and gratitude we remember the men and women willing to fight in far off lands for the freedoms we enjoy today and will tomorrow. A great many families have been touched by the wars. Although the November 11 date was specific to World War 1, it has been expanded to included World War 2, the Korean War, the Vietnamese War, Iran Iraq and Afghanistan Wars. The November 11 date is of interest as 11: 11 holds much mystical meanings. The choosing of that date and time had to have been for reasons we are not privy too, but it is doubtful that this date was used because there was an opening in someone's calendar! The number 11 is a master number in numerology. It signifies new beginnings and new energies. It can signal angelic communications, or a spirit presence. But many see it as an indicator of an increasingly powerful ‘call to consciousness' that is occurring all over the planet. The depth of the 11:11 connection would appear to be synchronized to our level of awareness and understanding of how fundamental the connection that exists between the physical and spiritual worlds. There are many interpretations of the 11:11 phenomenon but all agree that it is always a positive outcome whatever the interpretation.

Retired General Dan Bolger, author of Why We Lost: A General's Inside Account of the Iraq and Afghanistan Wars.Daniel P. Bolger of Aurora, Illinois is an author, historian, and retired Lieutenant General of the United States Army. He currently holds a special faculty appointment in the Department of History at North Carolina State University, where he teaches military history. Lt. Gen. Bolger retired in 2013 from the Army.Why We Lost: A General's Inside Account of the Iraq and Afghanistan Wars Paperback – November 3, 2015https://www.amazon.com/Why-We-Lost-Daniel-Bolger/dp/0544570413Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/TheDarrellmcclainshow)

Retired General Dan Bolger, author of Why We Lost: A General's Inside Account of the Iraq and Afghanistan Wars, joins The Realignment's season premiere to discuss the rise and fall of America's post-9/11 military interventions.

November 8, 2020 – The federal government should spend more on mental health treatment for returning veterans than bombs, an advocate working to reduce veteran suicides said Sunday. Veterans Administration figures show that 17 U.S. veterans commit suicide daily, about 7,300 a year, more than the number of soldiers killed in the Iraq and Afghanistan Wars. Troy Yocum, founder and president of the Kentucky non-profit, Active Heroes, stated on the weekly Retail Politics Podcast with Gerry Shields that the suicide number has climbed to 20 per day since COVID. Soldiers returning from battle should decompress being sent home, said Yocum an Iraq War veteran. Returning veterans are asked whether they need therapy upon their return, he said. “I know if I check mark that box yes, I’m going to be on that base three more weeks,” Yocum said. “If I check mark that box no, I’m on my way home tomorrow.” Yocum’s World War II grandfather committed suicide, he said. His family attended a retreat to deal with the death, he said. Yocum realized that military families cannot bear the costs of participating in such retreats so he built his own near Louisville, Ky. The organization trains peer mentors to talk to veterans who may be struggling war horrors. Many veterans – stretching from World War II to Iraq – don’t share their battle experiences, Yocum said. Yocum encouraged all Americans, particularly fellow veterans, to connect with sufferers through email, text or just inviting them out for coffee to help them unburden themselves. Yocum’s uncle served in Vietnam. “He didn’t speak much about it until I came home from Iraq,” Yocum said. “It was almost like I passed a test.” The leading causes of veteran suicides include depression, survivor’s guild, substance abuse and war head injuries, Yocum said. The Veterans Administration has prioritized the issue by including allowing veterans thinking of killing themselves to press a number when they call, directing them to a crisis center. Veterans Administration hospital services now match the quality of private hospitals but getting into the system remains a hurdle, Yocum said. Frustrated, Yocum purchased private health insurance. “I waited seven months of filing paperwork to get into the VA system,” Yocum said. “There is always going to be more spent on bombs than healthcare.” Yocum drove an Army truck through Iraq roads littered with hidden explosives, resulting in endless anxiety, he said. “It’s not like something happens every minute that you’re there,” Yocum said. “But there is always the fear.” # # # Gerry Shields is author of the new book The Front Row: My Jagged Journey Recording American History from Reagan to Trump. The podcast can be heard at: retailpoliticspodcast.com, Spotify or Apple.

Last Friday marked the 19th anniversary of September 11, 2001 — the atrocious terrorist attacks that changed America forever. In this episode of New Ideal Live, Onkar Ghate, Elan Journo and Ben Bayer sit down to discuss the legacy of the U.S. response to 9/11 and the lessons we should have learned from it. Among the topics discussed: The historical significance of 9/11; Why America’s failure to understand the ideological nature of its Islamist enemies crippled its response to the attacks; ARI’s philosophical, principled response to the attacks, and its policy recommendations; Why the morality of altruism is to blame for the failed American foreign policy; The reasons why the Iraq and Afghanistan Wars are “unwinnable.” Mentioned in the discussion are Dr. Leonard Peikoff’s essay "End States Who Sponsor Terrorism," Onkar Ghate and Elan Journo’s book Failing to Confront Islamic Totalitarianism (get a free copy here), and Elan Journo’s Winning the Unwinnable War. This podcast was recorded on September 9, 2020. Watch or listen to the discussion below. Listen and subscribe from your mobile device on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify or Stitcher. Watch archived podcasts here. Podcast audio:

By the time you listen to this episode, COVID-19 will have likely killed more than 100,000 people in the United States—more Americans than the Revolutionary, Vietnam, Iraq, and Afghanistan Wars combined. Experts say the real tally is much higher. It's a devastating moment in a crisis that has already destroyed families, pushed nearly 40 million Americans out of work, revealed a government crippled by feeble leadership, and thrown daily life into chaos. How do we recognize that behind each death was a unique human life? How do we honor individual victims amid the tsunami of grief? It's hard. We don't have easy answers for you. But we do have some ideas. Rebecca Makkai, best-selling author of “The Great Believers", an epic about the AIDS crisis, discusses how she depicts the long tail of grief, and outlines lessons from one pandemic for another. Also on the show, scholar Elizabeth Outka, whose book "Viral Modernism: The Influenza Pandemic and Interwar Literature" traces the impact of the 1918 flu on 20th century literature, describes how American culture was utterly altered by that tragedy, and provides cues for how art can help memorialize the dead during this one.

Glenn Haughton OBE was the First Army Sergeant Major for many years and is now the SEAC - The Senior Enlisted Advisor to the Chiefs of Staff Committee and is The Armed Forces Mental Health and Wellbeing Champion. .I absolutely LOVE this interview. Glenn is SO fascinating. What a lovely, inspiring man. Itching to start at 13 he finally was allowed to join the army from 16 and enjoyed a 32 year career in the army with the last 2 years being in defence - a career he is SO passionate about. His many life changing experiences range from being deployed to fight in the hardest battlefield situations in the Gulf, Iraq and Afghanistan Wars to receiving an OBE from the Queen and we discuss it all. .Not only that, but can you believe that even HE - a man who you would imagine is the toughest of them all, the bravest - has also experienced his own mental health lows - and not from battlefield trauma, like you would first imagine (although he obviously knows clearly how this pain can affect and talks as an expert in this area) - but from a 'mental burnout' as he describes it in which he totally broke down and fell in to a tough period of depression. He opens up about this period and discusses his daily '1-10 Mantra' that he uses religiously that I URGE you to try for yourself. What a great idea and one of the best daily toolboxes for mental health I have ever heard..Glenn Haughton OBE - SEAC- on what he has learnt from his amazing life in the army, mental health, mindfulness and thriving in lockdown.Thanks again to Matt Keel for this intro - the best photographer ever - and yes Glenn agrees ;-).Also on youtube - link coming shortly / head to Alexandra Legouix youtube

Loren and Erin travel to Kansas City for a special live recording at the National World War I Museum. Joined by John Ismay and Steve Leonard, they dig into the many aspects of the Forever Wars including some Civ-Mil 101, opportunities for oversight and accountability, and everyone's favorite GWOT film. Links Amy Schafer, "Generations of War," CNAS Conflicting Partisan Priorities for U.S. Foreign Policy, Pew Research Center Nikki Wentling, “Tom Hanks Thinks Hollywood Isn't Best Suited to Tell Stories of Iraq, Afghanistan Wars," Stars and Stripes

Loren and Erin travel to Kansas City for a special live recording at the National World War I Museum. Joined by John Ismay and Steve Leonard, they dig into the many aspects of the Forever Wars including some Civ-Mil 101, opportunities for oversight and accountability, and everyone's favorite GWOT film. Links Amy Schafer, "Generations of War," CNAS Conflicting Partisan Priorities for U.S. Foreign Policy, Pew Research Center Nikki Wentling, “Tom Hanks Thinks Hollywood Isn't Best Suited to Tell Stories of Iraq, Afghanistan Wars," Stars and Stripes

This week, we take a look at a new report on Veterans Affairs (VA) mental health care from the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine, then discuss a story about Senator Tom Cotton and his war mongering policies along with a breakdown of President Trump's recent comments on the Iranian protests. 01:00 - National Academies’ report on evaluation of VA mental health care 07:15 - People Danny (and Henri) hate - Sen. Tom Cotton 16:55 - Army pays $4m to families of victims killed by extremist soldiers at Fort Lewis 20:55 - The recent Iranian protests Enjoy the show?!  Please leave us a review right here. Got news to share about our military or veterans?! Or just need to cuss at us for a bit?! Contact us direct by email at fortressonahill@gmail.com Patreon - Fortress On A Hill Facebook - Fortress On A Hill Twitter - Fortress On A Hill Soundcloud - Fortress On A Hill FOH is hosted, written, and produced by Chris 'Henri' Henrikson and Danny Sjursen The show was mixed and edited by Chris Henrikson Cover and website art designed by Brian K. Wyatt Jr. of B-EZ Graphix Multimedia Marketing Agency in Tallehassee, FL Music provided royalty free by Bensound.com VA Provides Mental Health Care to Veterans of Recent Iraq and Afghanistan Wars of Comparable or Superior Quality to Other Providers, Yet Substantial Unmet Need Remains National Interest - The Cotton Doctrine: More wars, less security - Christopher A. Preble Seattle Times - Army pays 4 million to families of victims killed by extremist soldiers - Mike Carter National Interest - Epistemology, Rhetoric, and the Iranian Protests - Paul Pillar Note: The views expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts alone, expressed in an unofficial capacity, and do not reflect the official policy or position of the Department of the Army, Department of Defense, or the U.S. government.

Prospect today publishes an exclusive podcast interview with John Sawers, head of MI6 from 2009-2014. 

Sawers raises deep concerns over the security and intelligence consequences of Brexit. He says:  “My concern on the intelligence and security front is over the exchange of data. Data is now central to the way in which security services in particular monitor threats. Track people who might pose a threat to UK security—and the rules on exchange of data are going to be set in the EU and we won't be round the table with our voice with our weight stressing the vital importance of these data exchanges to our national security.”
 On Theresa May, Sawers says: 

“I don't think she's a natural at engaging on these big political issues with foreign leaders.”   On Britain in the world: 
“We have made less impact in the world in the last ten years than we did in the 30 years before that.” Sawers goes on to discuss the Iraq and Afghanistan Wars, Britain's failure to intervene in Syria, Russian meddling in western elections and relations between Britain and the US. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Join us as Carlos explores how are we handling the middle east crisis with General Dan Bolger. Lt. Gen. Daniel Bolger (Ret.), served 35 years in the U.S. Army before retiring in 2013. He commanded the Coalition Military Assistance Training Team in Iraq in 2005-06, the 1st Cavalry Division in Baghdad in 2009-10, and the NATO Training Mission in Afghanistan from 2011 to 2013. His recent book is Why We Lost: A General's Inside Account of the Iraq and Afghanistan Wars.

Join us as Carlos explores why we lost in Iraq and Afghanistan with General Dan Bolger. Lt. Gen. Daniel Bolger (Ret.), served 35 years in the U.S. Army before retiring in 2013. He commanded the Coalition Military Assistance Training Team in Iraq in 2005-06, the 1st Cavalry Division in Baghdad in 2009-10, and the NATO Training Mission in Afghanistan from 2011 to 2013. His recent book is Why We Lost: A General's Inside Account of the Iraq and Afghanistan Wars.

7 AM - 1 - Lt Gen Daniel P Bolger talks about his new book "Why We Lost: A General's Inside Account of the Iraq and Afghanistan Wars". 2 - More with Lt Gen Bolger. 3 - Marshall's News. 4 - Charles Manson's mother-in-be-law-to-be ain't going to the wedding

Host: Dena Reger PANEL: Joan Ellis, Linda McKay Stewart GUEST: Tom Dolan PRODUCER/SOUND/DISTRIBUTION: Will Reger/Reger Live Entertainment Topics: The attack in France, Republican Presidental Nominees, Iraq and Afghanistan Wars, The Draft, Tebow and the Jets, Sarah Palin, The GAme Change, Fishing in Yemen, One Minute Film Fesitival, Festival Of Films.com. Obama Care, Syracuse Signs

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