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3 episodes with airborne infantry
2 episodes with airborne infantry
2 episodes with airborne infantry
This week on Urban Valor, we sit down with Army Veteran Danny Szczakowski, a former Airborne Infantry paratrooper with the 173rd Airborne Brigade. From enduring a challenging childhood in Hereford, Texas, to facing intense combat in Afghanistan, Danny's story is one of resilience and sacrifice.In this episode, he recounts multiple gunfights against the Taliban as they attempted to overrun their outpost, his harrowing experience recovering a fallen helicopter that claimed the lives of two pilots, and how his journey as a Drill Sergeant took an unexpected turn. Danny also opens up about the emotional toll of military service and a personal battle that led him into a dark mental space.His story is one of courage, survival, and the unseen struggles of veterans after service. Watch as he shares firsthand accounts of combat, the lessons he's learned, and his fight to find peace after war.
Juan Espinoza is a combat veteran with the 101st Airborne Infantry. His memoir "Unbroken: Turning Pain Into Purpose" is a very candid account of some of the hardships he's endured and lessons that he's learned. We get into what inspired the book, and what lessons he hopes to get across to readers. It's available now and you can learn more at https://juanespinoza.me/ Follow us:http://instagram.com/battlelinepodcasthttp://x.com/battlelinepod For 15% off select Fort Scott Munitions products go to http://fsm.com & use promo code: Battleline For 20% off your first order with Bubs Naturals go to https://www.bubsnaturals.com/?discount=BATTLELINE .. All purchases help to support the Glen Doherty Memorial Foundation Photonis Defense is the global leader in night vision solutions providing more high-quality night vision capabilities than anyone. Hunters, shooters, boaters and outdoor enthusiasts rely on Photonis Defense systems to make their adventures safer and more successful. Visit http://photonisdefense.com for more information; or look for Photonis Defense product options from your night vision dealer. For full video of this episode, head over to our Youtube page: https://www.youtube.com/@battlelinepodcast
On this episode of The Ty Brady Way, Ty sits down with Brian Knox! Brian Knox is the President of Aethelbera Body Care. He has served in the U.S. Army as an Airborne Infantry and Intelligence NCO, practices law part-time and teaches courses in history and philosophy at Mount Liberty College. Brian is actively involved in causes supporting veterans and first responders. Brian's mantra (and what he usually says when people ask how he's doing) is “I'm Blessed”. Brian shares his journey from serving in airborne infantry and military intelligence to pursuing law school at Duke and eventually transitioning into commercial litigation. Brian speaks about how he quickly realized that fighting other people's battles in court wasn't for him, leading him to a new path in estate planning, teaching, and even starting his own business. Brian opens up about the importance of service, not just in the military but in everyday life. He discusses his involvement with the Hope for Life Foundation, a veterans' organization dedicated to helping former service members find purpose after leaving the military. He also shares his dream of establishing a farm and ranch program to assist veterans in transitioning into agriculture, providing them with stability and a renewed sense of mission. Ty and Brian dive into the power of mindset, setting big goals, and overcoming limiting beliefs. They explore how faith and gratitude shape success and how a service-first approach leads to lasting fulfillment. Brian's story is a testament to resilience, adaptability, and the impact of embracing new opportunities. Tune in for an inspiring conversation about life's transitions, business, and the value of service. As always, we would like to hear from you! Email us at thetybradyway@gmail.com Or DM us on Instagram @thetybradyway https://www.instagram.com/thetybradyway/
Bob joined the United States Army (USA) in 2002 as part of Airborne Infantry, and served for 4 years, reaching the rank of Specialist (SPC).In this episode Bob talks about his journey in joining the U.S. Army, and what it was like going through Basic Training, then onto Army Airborne School. He shares what it was like being sent to the 1st Battalion, 508th Infantry Regiment (1st of the 508th - Red Devils), in Italy, before being deployed to Iraq. This deployment saw his unit parachute into the country, being his 1st jump since Airborne School, and his 6th jump ever.Bob also shares what it was like returning home after 1 year away in a war zone, and then getting orders to join the 101st Airborne Division, at Fort Campbell in Kentucky. After arriving at the 101st, he deploys to Iraq for the second time, ahead of his transition back to civilian life. After leaving the U.S. Army, Bob goes on a journey to become sober, with writing being part of his therapy, which has lead him to releasing multiple books - his first being Warflower.Watch Episode on YouTubePart 1: youtu.be/pXDu0kjW2y4Part 2: youtu.be/X3itIUREDhsTikTok:tiktok.com/@militaryveteranspodcastInstagram:instagram.com/militaryveteranspodcastX:twitter.com/MilVetPodcastLinkedIn:linkedin.com/company/military-veterans-podcastMerchandise:milvetpodcast.com/merchSend us a textMessage at the beginning of the recording is from your host Gav, giving you information on how you can support the show through Patreon.Supporting monthly would help the show record future episodes and help with the upkeep of the show. £5 a month will give you access to bonus recordings, where Gav and the guest chat about things that don't make it into the main recording. Thank you. Support the show
First Sergeant (Ret.) Justin Pearson is a 2x Founder & CEO of Mission Box Solutions, a CVE Certified SDVOSB Recruiting & Staffing Company, and Proper Patriot, a American Made Apparel & Coffee Company. Justin served our nation for 20 years, leading soldiers in Airborne Infantry, and within United States Army Recruiting Command. Justin has built, developed, and grown military talent programs & pipelines helping thousands of veterans and military spouses find careers.
In this inspiring episode of 'American Potential,' host Jeff Crank sits down with U.S. Representative Greg Steube, a decorated veteran and dedicated lawmaker. Delve into Rep. Steube's compelling journey from the University of Florida to the battlefields of Iraq and the halls of Congress. Discover his unwavering commitment to service, from his time as an Airborne Infantry and JAG Corps officer to his current role on influential committees. The conversation illuminates the principles that guide him: limited government, individual liberties, and putting others above self. As we honor veterans and their contributions to our nation's fabric, Congressman Steube's insights offer a powerful reminder of the sacrifices made for freedom and the importance of continuing to defend our constitutional rights. Tune in to be moved by stories of valor, to be reminded of the sacrifices made by our service members, and to reaffirm the duty we all share in upholding the liberty and freedoms we cherish. Check out American Potential here: https://americanpotential.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AmericanPotentialPodcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/americanpotentialpodcast/ X: https://twitter.com/AMPotentialPod
The Joint Readiness Training Center is pleased to present the thirty-fourth episode to air on ‘The Crucible - The JRTC Experience.' Hosted by the Commander of Ops Group (COG), COL Matthew Hardman. Today's guest is the Commanding General of the 82nd Airborne Division, MG Christopher LaNeve (All American 06). He was previously the Commander of Ops Group from 2015 to 2016. The 82nd Airborne Division was founded after the American entry into World War I in August 1917 as part of the American Expeditionary Forces. They were redesignated as an airborne division in February 1942 have taken part of every conflict since WWI with the exception of the Korean War. The 82nd Airborne DIV is an airborne infantry division of the U.S. Army specializing in joint forcible entry operations via vertical envelopment, both airborne and air assault, into denied areas with a U.S. Department of Defense requirement to respond to crisis contingencies anywhere in the world within 18 hours. They have the Hollywood call-sign of “All American” Division and the motto of “In Air, On Land.” In this episode we discuss what an airborne infantry division needs to not only survive but succeed on the modern battlefield, conducting large scale combat operations. All American 06 frames the conversation by highlighting the importance of the training offered at the three Combat Training Centers as well as the training that is required to ensure that the Army is prepared to fight and win on tomorrow's battlefield. Divisions can prepare their brigades to a fair degree of readiness through their intensive training cycles but simply cannot train a brigade combat team plus attachments against a free-thinking opposing force to scale in time and space. The CTCs are where our Force is able to test new tactics, techniques, and procedures in a realistic operating environment. XVIII Airborne Corps, their higher headquarters, had tasked 82nd ABN to structure itself and then test it as a unit under the ‘Division of 2030' concept. The division has restructured itself where the 82nd Airborne Division Artillery (DIVARTY) is the brigade headquarters for each of the field artillery battalions within the division as well as the 82nd Airborne Division Sustainment Brigade is the brigade headquarters for each of the brigade support battalions. This has allowed the Division to focus on “push” style logistics instead of “pull” style logistics that were common over the last twenty years supporting the Global War on Terror. The testing has identified that the DIVARTY needs a BSB itself just like the traditional infantry IBCTs. The Division has also been able to test their mobile assault command posts, making them not only more robust but streamlining to being smaller in-size while being more mobile and thus more survivable. All American 06's goal: “Uncomfortably light, increasingly lethal” for his formations. His guidance to company through brigade commanders on their command posts has been: Must have both a digital & analog common operating picture Must establish & maintain communications Employ effective & timely joint fires Goal of displacing in under five minutes Part of S01 “The Leader's Laboratory” series. Don't forget to check-out XVIII Airborne Corps' social media pages, their handles are ‘XVIII Airborne Corps' on Facebook, ‘18airbornecorps' on X, and ‘18thairbornecorps' on Instagram. For additional information and insights from this episode, please check-out our Instagram page @the_jrtc_crucible_podcast Be sure to follow us on social media to keep up with the latest warfighting TTPs learned through the crucible that is the Joint Readiness Training Center. Follow us by going to: https://linktr.ee/jrtc and then selecting your preferred podcast format. Again, we'd like to thank our guests for participating. Don't forget to like, subscribe, and review us wherever you listen or watch your podcasts — and be sure to stay tuned for more in the near future. “The Crucible – The JRTC Experience” is a product of the Joint Readiness Training Center.
From skater to airborne infantry to SWAT, Joshua Hood, author of the recent best seller, The Guardian, talks about copwork, the influence of ink, the power of good men, how he broke into the writing world, and a lot more. Mr. Hood also authors the Jason Borne inspired Treadstone novels, and the Search and Destroy series. Check him out, and take a listen!
Shaun Stoeger is a proud Lakota Tribal member of the Oglala and Sihasapa clan and the Sioux Nation. He is a Desert Storm Veteran served 14.5 years in the Army. He was Airborne Infantry. Shaun shared so much about his service, deployment, Native American culture, transitioning, etc. Powerful podcast with a great message.
This is our first episode of 2023, so to our loyal listeners, welcome back! To our new listeners, welcome! We hope you'll enjoy the wide array of topics and voices that we share from senior leaders and people who are serving or have served with Allied Forces around the world.In my work as a global aerospace and defence journalist and analyst, I come in contact with interesting and inspiring people all over the world. Today's guest is one of those people. I first connected with Major Andrew Fox when he was serving with the British Army as an Airborne Infantry officer. He served 3 combat tours in Afghanistan and has become a strong advocate for mental health. Our episode today was recorded when Major Fox was still in uniform and it focuses on a combat event that affected him with PTSD. That is enough in it's own right, but what struck me even more was that his traumatic experience concerned a colleague who wasn't even in his own army - it was a colleague in the Afghan National Army, so that to me speaks about the friendships, trust and camaraderie which is developed between Allies, especially in combat.It's a story which I think is important to share, and more importantly, Maj. Fox shares it because he hopes his journey will help others, and that is just one of the reasons why I respect him.I want to thank Maj. Fox for his time and for his perspective on PTSD and how we can all try to help each other.Go Bold!------------For active or retired service members who are listening and feel that you need some help or support, please reference the following contact numbers, and please remember that there is no shame in asking for help as these resources are here for you.In the UK: Samaritans provides a 24/7 safe place to talk about anything that's bothering you. Tel: 116 123In the US: For the Military Crisis Line / Suicide and Crisis Lifeline, dial 988 and press 1.In Canada: A confidential and free service available 24/7 to Veterans, former RCMP members, their family members, and caregivers. Call 1-800-268-7708In Australia: All-hours Support Line (ASL) is a 24/7 confidential telephone service for ADF members and their families. Call 1800 628 036
Suzi is joined by Retired Colonel Loren Weeks to talk about some of the issues and possible solutions within the VA Healthcare system. Some of the questions are: Why is the Veterans Affairs Hospital system not mapped out to serve veterans as efficiently as they are served when on active duty? Why is it that when veterans go to a VA hospital no matter where the location, the EMR system cannot retrieve medical records from another VA location? Why does a veteran have to enroll when they come into the Emergency Room before being seen? So many questions? Listen in to Suzi and Loren's perspectives on issues and solutions to create a better system for our veteran community.BioColonel Loren A. Weeks enlisted in the Army Reserve on June 6, 1983 as a 13B, Cannon Crewman, with the C Battery, 4th Battalion, 75th Division Artillery. He served three years as an enlisted soldier with the U.S. Army Reserve and the Illinois Army National Guard before receiving a commission as a 2nd Lieutenant on May 10, 1986. His service continued with the Illinois Army National Guard as a Platoon Leader with Company A, 3rd Battalion, 130th Infantry Regiment and Chemical Officer for the 106th Aviation Battalion. In September 1987, he transferred to the U.S. Army serving as Chemical Officer with the 1st Battalion, 508th Airborne Infantry, 193rd Infantry Brigade stationed in the Republic of Panama. During this tour, he participated in 28 named Joint Operations concluding with Operation Just Cause. In 1990, he was transferred to Fort Campbell and served with the 63rd Chemical Company, 101st Airborne Division and the 160th Special Operations Aviation Regiment. Colonel Weeks returned to the Illinois Army National Guard in March 1991 with service in the 66th Infantry Brigade, 34th Infantry Division as Brigade Chemical Officer and HHC Company Commander. Branch transferring into the Quartermaster Corps, he was assigned duties within the Department of Logistics, State Area Command as the Defense Movement and Supply Management Officer. His last duty assignment within the Illinois Army National Guard was as Support Operations Officer, 232nd Corps Support Battalion. He transferred to the California Army National Guard in 2003 and served as the Support Operations Officer, XO and the Battalion Commander of the 340th Forward Support Battalion and 1/149 Armor Battalion until his first Operation Enduring Freedom deployment. As part of Task Force Phoenix, the 40th ID Embedded Training Team mentored the 5th Kandak (CSS Battalion), 2nd Brigade, 201st Corps at Forward Operating Base Fiaz, Kunar Province supporting ANA combat operations in the Kunar, Pech, Waterpor, Waygal, and Korrengal Valleys.Colonel Weeks returned to the CAARNG in 2009 to command the Pre-Mobilization Training Battalion, Task Force Warrior, with the primary responsibility for training assistance and certification of mobilizing units. In 2012, he conducted his second OEF Deployment assigned to the Combined Joint Special Operations Task Force - Afghanistan. Upon return, he was assigned as the Army Division G-4. In May 2015, he deployed to Afghanistan as commander of the 224th Logistics Mentor Team.Colonel Weeks' military education includes the Chemical Officer Basic Course, Quartermaster Officer's Advanced Course, Combined Arms and Services Staff School, Command and General Staff College. His civilian education includes a Baccalaureate of Arts Degree in Political Science from Southern Illinois University in 1987.Colonel Weeks' military awards and decorations include the Legion of Merit, Bronze Star with one Bronze Oak Leaf Clusters, Defense Meritorious Service Medal, Meritorious Service Medal with three Bronze Oak Leaf Clusters, Army Commendation Medal with two Bronze Oak Leaf Clusters, Army Achievement Medal, Air Force Achievement Medal, National Defense Service Me
Colonel Victor Suarez, currently serves as Commander (Chief Executive) of the 6th Medical Logistics Management Center (https://6mlmc.amedd.army.mil/), in Fort Detrick, Maryland (the U.S. Defense Department's only Medical Logistics Management Center ready to deploy in support of global and domestic operations) responsible for leading, organizing, equipping, training, maintaining, and sustaining unit subject matter expertise in medical materiel, medical maintenance and satellite communications support to the operational forces. Prior to this role, Colonel Suarez played an instrumental role as the Program Manager for the Moderna COVID-19 Vaccine at Operation Warp Speed (OWS) - a whole of government public/private partnership to rapidly deliver a safe and effective SARS-COV2 vaccine for the USA. Colonel Suarez has also served as Assistant Chief of Staff for Logistics for the US Army Regional Health Command-Atlantic managing the healthcare, PPE, lab diagnostics and medical maintenance supply chain for 14 direct reporting medical treatment facilities (medical centers, hospitals, clinics), was the Chief of Staff of the Walter Reed Army Institute of Research (WRAIR), U.S. DOD's largest biomedical research laboratory, and was the Joint Product Manager of the Joint Vaccine Acquisition Program (JVAP), a biodefense advanced development vaccine program. Colonel Suarez graduated from UCLA with a BS in Anthropology, holds a Master of Science in Health Services Administration from Central Michigan University, Senior Service College Fellow Graduation Certificate from The George Washington University - Milken Institute School of Public Health, and is Defense Acquisition Level III certified in Science and Technology Management, Program Management and Life Cycle Logistics Defense Acquisition University. He's also a graduate of the Tufts CSDD (Center for the Study of Drug Development) Postgraduate Course in Clinical Pharmacology, Drug Development and Regulation and the Cornell University Pharmaceutical Management Program. Colonel Suarez has served the U.S. in active military service, including a broad span of assignments from Airborne Infantry, Special Operations, Mechanized Infantry and Headquarters Department of the Army, including two combat tours as a Forward Support Medical Company Commander and Battalion Level Commander.
This week, the boys from 3CT are joined by Police Officer and professional animator, Joseph Arnold, to help promote his artistic contribution to the soon to be released fictional graphic novel, The Thin Blue Line. Joe and the guys discuss his personal, professional and artistic experiences and how these all helped shaped his participation in this unique project. We also learn how Joe worked with award winning writer Mike Baron, best known for his acclaimed contributions to Marvel Comics' The Punisher, DC's The Flash and Dark Horse Comics' Star Wars series. Joe's artistic talent and his knowledge of police work are extremely useful in visually portraying the experiences of most police officers and the people that we serve. He also explains how our listeners can obtain copies of The Thin Blue Line and help to provide additional support to this largely unprecedented form of community education and entertainment. Guest Bio: Joseph Arnold's fascination with comic book heroes and their stories began when he was just young man. This allure also awoke a love of drawing that allowed him to creating unique characters, narratives, and worlds full of adventure. To live his own adventure, Joseph enlisted in the U.S. Army immediately after high school and served on active duty for five years in the 82nd Airborne Infantry. After completing his service, Joseph returned home to obtain a degree in Media Arts and Animation from The Art Institute of Colorado, all while working full-time in service to his community. Joseph Arnold eventually became a law enforcement officer in Northern Colorado, helping those in need whenever possible.His artistic talents have also allowed Joseph Arnold to work for Disney Create studios, and he continues to provide art and animation for various projects including comic books and games.Resources/Links/Websites:The Story of The Thin Blue Line Graphic Novelhttps://youtu.be/HTIJXQ1l8wcJoseph Arnold social media linkshttps://josepharnoldart.wixsite.com/https://instagram.com/joseph.arnoldartWays to contribute and order: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/chrisbraly/thin-blue-line-the-graphic-novel-by-mike-baron/comments?ref=ksr_email_creator_new_project_comment#https://www.indiegogo.com/projects/thin-blue-line-the-graphic-novel-by-mike-baron#/
Jason Kasper enlisted in the US Army in June 2001. His first assignment was as a Ranger private, where he conducted operations in Afghanistan and Iraq before attending West Point. Jason then served as an Airborne Infantry and Special Forces officer, deploying multiple times to Afghanistan and Africa. During his off-duty time he began running marathons and ultramarathons, skydiving, BASE jumping, and writing fiction. His last Army assignment was as a Green Beret team commander. Upon returning from his final deployment in 2016, Jason began his second career as an author with the publication of his debut novel, Greatest Enemy. Connect with Jason via his website. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/abraham484/support
Join us in The BreakLine Arena as we share tech industry insights, hear from industry titans, and celebrate the stories of our amazing alumni community. In this episode we have the opportunity to hear from BreakLine alum, Addison Bohannon.A lifelong learner, Addison is no stranger to stretching himself in order to accomplish difficult tasks.Originally from a small city in Wisconsin, the seeds of Addison's insatiable curiosity were originally planted during childhood trips to the Saint Louis Science Center with his loving grandfather. Fascinated by the rotating science exhibits, Addison dreamt of one day becoming a paleontologist or astronomer before a conversation with his eighth grade English teacher led him to consider attending one of our nation's Service Academies. Addison graduated in the top 5% of his class at the United States Military Academy at West Point with a degree in Mathematical Sciences and Physics before commissioning as an Infantry Officer. He then completed the rigorous United States Army Ranger School prior to deploying and leading an Airborne Infantry platoon in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom. Upon completion of his military service, Addison's curiosity and desire to solve complex problems led him to the U.S. Army DEVCOM Army Research Laboratory, where he ultimately managed a multi-disciplinary team of 20+ scientists and engineers. In his role as Branch Chief, Addison oversaw research projects in computer vision, natural language processing, machine learning, and multi-user AR/VR.Keeping in theme with tackling tough tasks, Addison subsequently decided to pursue a Masters and Ph.D. in Applied Mathematics, Statistics, and Scientific Computation from the University of Maryland. When asked about this period of his life, Addison shared, “Completing the Ph.D. program forced me to apply myself seriously, and with as much vigor and energy as I could at risk of failure.” Spoiler alert: Addison did not fail.Dr. Bohannon now serves as a Senior Data Scientist at Gusto, where he leverages that same vigor and energy towards helping the rapidly growing company apply machine learning to their most difficult business challenges and opportunities. Addison was first introduced to Gusto during his BreakLine Education programming and was supported throughout his career transition by amazing champions like John Kempe, Dominic Gonzalez-Padron, and fellow BreakLine alum Ryan Kappedal. If you like what you've heard please like, subscribe, or rate The BreakLine Arena on your preferred streaming platform! We would also love to hear your thoughts, feedback, or recommendations on the content we are creating. Feel free to reach out to us at questions@break-line.com.To learn more about BreakLine Education visit us at breakline.org.
Jason Kasper – Enemies of My Country - Jason Kasper enlisted in the US Army in June 2001. His first assignment was as a Ranger private, where he conducted operations in Afghanistan and Iraq before attending West Point. Jason then served as an Airborne Infantry and Special Forces officer, deploying multiple times to Afghanistan and Africa. His books are born from actual experience in faraway lands, doing the hard things that only the finest warriors are capable of doing. Get all of Jason's book at During his off-duty time he began running marathons and ultramarathons, skydiving, BASE jumping, and writing fiction. His last Army assignment was as a Green Beret team commander. Upon returning from his final deployment in 2016, Jason began his second career as an author with the publication of his debut novel, Greatest Enemy. Please support the Break It Down Show by doing a monthly subscription to the show All of the money you invest goes directly to supporting the show! For the of this episode head to Haiku Ultramarathon Try running it, ain't easy Jason is special Similar episodes: Xander Bullock John Green Pete A Turner Join us in supporting Save the Brave as we battle PTSD. Executive Producer/Host: Pete A Turner Producer: Damjan Gjorgjiev Writer: Dragan Petrovski The Break It Down Show is your favorite best, new podcast, featuring 5 episodes a week with great interviews highlighting world-class guests from a wide array of shows.
Edmund was a wealth manager for over 15 years and has a passion for focusing on the relationships behind wealth management. He has years of experience in working with families and advising people in risk-taking and finding great investments for capital growth and preservation. He is a devoted husband and retired Airborne Infantry after 15 years of service. He credits much of his leadership in the wealth management space to his experiences in the military.Get to know more about Edmund through LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/edmundchien/. If you have questions about finances and his business, you may email him at echien@flowcapadvisory.comWhat book has had the biggest impact on you and why?Bible, a moral foundationIf people wanted to be JUST like you, what is the first actionable thing they could do to follow in your footsteps? The one thing that you can do is readWhat small thing/s do most people not know about you?My background is in theatreHow do you like to unwind and restore your own creative juices? I like to do a lot of creative thingsIs there something special that you do?HawaiiIf you really enjoyed this content and are looking for more, you can continue to learn more about us in several different places for free!on our website for blogs & other podcast interviews! elevateequity.orgour YouTube channel! youtube.com/channel/derekcliffordour book/audiobook! amazon.com/dp/ebookIf you'd like to have a FREE copy of our 7 Ways Commercial Real Estate Syndications Protect and Build Wealth, simply click the link below. We are here and vested in your long-term success! elevateequity.org/7waysEbook
Regardless of what branch of the military they served in, veterans rely upon their training to remain strong and tough. But sometimes, what they experienced during active duty makes it difficult for them to transition back into civilian life. When that is the case, they need to be connected with the right kind of assistance. Sgt. Danny E. Smiley served in the Airborne Infantry for two tours in Vietnam. The trauma he experienced while he was in the jungle started his battle with PTSD. He struggled throughout his adult life and eventually lost the battle. His daughter, Air Force Veteran Gretchen Smith, wanted to take action to honor his memory, and so she founded Code of Vets, a 501c3 organization that connects veterans with the resources they need through social media. In this episode of Veteran Voices, produced in partnership with Vets2Industry, Scott Luton interviews Gretchen Smith about: · The instant exposure to diversity that serving in the military offers, and how that can very quickly broaden someone’s perspective and understanding of others · The complex web of emotions, hardships, and tradeoffs veterans have to navigate before they can determine the right way to seek the help they need · The “hidden needs” that Code of Vets is meeting for veterans that pass away without family or end-of-life plans in place Additional Links & Resources: Learn more about Veteran Voices here: https://supplychainnow.com/program/veteran-voices Subscribe to Veteran Voices and other Supply Chain Now programs here: https://supplychainnow.com/subscribe Learn more about Vets2Industry: https://vets2industry.org/ Learn more about Code of Vets: https://www.codeofvets.com/ This episode was hosted by Scott Luton. For additional information, please visit our dedicated show page at: https://supplychainnow.com/veteran-voices-34
Jason Kasper stopped by The Protectors. Jason transitioned from the Enlisted 75th to West Point to becoming a Green Beret Officer. Jason is now a world-class author and most of all, a dad. About Jason: Jason Kasper enlisted in the US Army in June 2001. His first assignment was as a Ranger private, where he conducted operations in Afghanistan and Iraq before attending West Point. Jason then served as an Airborne Infantry and Special Forces officer, deploying multiple times to Afghanistan and Africa. During his off-duty time he began running marathons and ultramarathons, skydiving, BASE jumping, and writing fiction. His last Army assignment was as a Green Beret team commander. Upon returning from his final deployment in 2016, Jason began his second career as an author with the publication of his debut novel, Greatest Enemy.Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/theprotectors)
Thriller author Jason Kasper discusses what drove his move from indy publishing to a small traditional publisher, the control he's maintained over his two primary reader outreach mechanisms (email and a private Facebook group), and how he has maintained another indy author practice: rapid creation of content. Jason Kasper served in the US Army as a Ranger and deployed to Afghanistan and Iraq before attending West Point. Jason then served as an Airborne Infantry and Special Forces officer, deploying multiple times to Afghanistan and Africa. During his off-duty time he began running marathons and ultramarathons, skydiving, BASE jumping, and writing fiction. His last Army assignment was as a Green Beret team commander. Upon returning from his final deployment in 2016, Jason began his second career as an author with the publication of his debut novel, GREATEST ENEMY. Jason lives with his wife and daughter in North Carolina. A portion of all his sales benefits the Special Operations Warrior Foundation.
On this episode of A Brothers Creed podcast we are honoring those who have and are serving our country. We speak with Benner Call, a motivated military man with a lot of cool experiences in the Airborne Infantry across the world. Benner Call is a 8 year army veteran who has participated in everything from "Show of Force" demonstrations on the border of North Korea to monitoring enemy whereabouts from a small army base in the remote parts of Afghanistan. In addition he talks about his brief time in flight school, how he stays motivated as a civilian and why he plans to return to the Army. Benner shares part of his creed with us " I try to live by a warrior zen mentality...I want to be the most respected and most controlled person in a room..." Connect with us on Instagram @a.brothers.creed Subscribe to our Youtube Channel
175: Travis Mills: Former U.S Army Staff Sergeant, President of Travis Mills Group, Travis Mills Foundation, New York Times Best-Selling Author, Veterans Advocate, and Public Speaker discusses his triumphant recovery and successful life after becoming an amputee during combat. Travis Mills Did today’s guest Travis Mills grow up with his glass-is-half-full positive mentality? “Yeah, I’m pretty sure my parents called it stubbornness. It got me in trouble a lot. But I’ve always been the same way that I am today, going forward with life after everything that happened to me. The best compliment that I get and the most organic one that they give me is, ‘Wow Travis. You are the same person. I didn’t think you were going to come out of it the same.” On this episode of Finding Your Summit Podcast, we talk with Travis Mills, Former U.S Army Staff Sergeant, President of Travis Mills Group, Travis Mills Foundation, New York Times Best-Selling Author, Veterans Advocate, and Public Speaker, about his unwavering desire to achieve his goals. “I was always on sports teams. So there was that camaraderie. You had to go that extra mile, and do that extra rep, and go the extra hour, and workouts, and things like that just to achieve the goal. How my motto came around, I was actually doing recovery at the hospital and the occupational therapist asked me if I wanted to take a break, and I said, ‘I am never going to stop. I’m never going to quit.’ She said, ‘That was a silly question, wasn’t it?,’ and I said, ‘Yes it was.” What You Will Learn: What was the drive for Travis Mills to go into the military? “I realised I didn’t like school. It wasn’t for me. My dad was in the Army. My grandpa was in the Navy. A lot of my family members were in the service, and I thought, let me take a look at this. Then I got talking more and more, and I got really excited about the idea of the Army and the Airborne Infantry, and the signing bonus, and all of that. I had bills to pay. I also had to try something different. I didn’t want to live at home. No offense to my parents. I love them very much. But I want to get out and do my own thing.” What is the whole objective when you sign up for the Airborne Infantry? “Airbourne was started in World War II. It was you can basically be anywhere in the world in 18 hours. We are supposed to be anywhere in the world and then you are supposed to be ready to jump into combat so that you can get behind enemy lines or do whatever and jump, and hit the ground running and they called it Light Infantry because you are not in tanks. You are not in vehicles. You jump in with a rucksack and your weapon and you just go into the battle.” Travis Mills explains what happened on the day of his accident in Afghanistan. “I set my backpack down on an IED. It was about a 120-pound backpack and it set off the bomb and when it went off it took my right arm and right leg off automatically.They actually never found those pieces of me. Then the left side of my body, my left arm and my left leg were kind of there, and I don’t know. I got thrown to the ground, rolled over, and saw the aftermath of what happened. My metic and my platoon sergeant started working on me and I told them don’t worry about it. You are not going to save me. They went ahead and worked on me.” What was going through Travis Mills’ mind after sustaining his injury? “Actually I watched a lot of war movies. I still do to this day. I love them. The only thing I saw in my head was the movie Saving Private Ryan, when the medic gets shot in the stomach and he cries out for his mom and he begs not to die, and says, ‘I don’t want to die.’ He starts yelling for his mom, you know? I’m like, my guys will never see that. I always exuded confidence. I led from the front. never showed fear. So, when I got blown up, I was just like, it is what it is. Whatever happens, happens. I realised, nothing I was going to do right in that moment was going to change the outcome of what was going to happen.” What “The only reason I woke up in the middle of the night sweating is because I had the meat sweats from smoking meat. I ate too much. No, I don’t suffer from PTSD. People always wonder if I am lying or how can that be. I have shot people. I have killed people. I have blown people up with grenades. I have watched buddies die. I couldn’t tell you why it hasn’t affected me. It doesn’t bother me. I think the more crude sense of humor is, the first thing you feel when you shoot somebody is the recoil of your rifle, and that is just kind of how it is. I was there to do a job. I did my job, and I can separate the two. I can separate Afghanistan from my home life. I have a wife and two kids, and life goes on.” Life After the Injury What “Nope, I had 19 months recovery at Walter Reade, and then they discharged me and I went to work out with a personal trainer for a little bit. I need to get back in the gym if that helps. This whole COVID thing. But, no, I live a pretty normal life. I own four businesses, either solely or partnerships and then I also run a big nonprofit up here in Maine. So, life goes on. What are you going to do?” Travis Mills Foundation During this episode of Finding Your Summit Podcast, Travis Mills t, “I thought the only reason I want to get better is for my wife and my daughter. So, I might as well figure out how to help people. At Walter Reade, there are so many people doing awesome things. You want to start giving back some way, some shape, some form. We started the Travis Mills Foundation and we were doing care packages, and then we decided to bring families out to Maine that had been to a physical injury, a paralyzation, amputation, spinal cord injury, something along those lines due to service, not necessarily combat, but service-related.” Links to Additional Resources: Mark Pattison: markpattisonnfl.com Emilia’s Everest - The Lhotse Challenge: https://www.markpattisonnfl.com/philanthropy/ Travis Mills: Linkedin Instagram Twitter Travis Mills Foundation: travismills.org Mark Pattison: Instagram
Retired Army Paratrooper, Dennis Ashby joins us. Ashby was assigned to the Airborne Infantry and served the United Stated from 2004 to 2008. While serving his country in Iraq for 5 months, Ashby was cowardly ambushed by an IED which exploded only a few feet away. Ashby was wounded by shrapnel from his knees to his head. He has endured over 40 surgeries and is awaiting more. Ashby was taking 10 prescribed medicines per day to deal with ailments ranging from PTSD to nerve pain. Ashby is now on ZERO prescribed medications thanks to cannabis.
Jumping into 2020 JD and Uncle Steve speak with a former Airborne Infantry pipe hitter. Johnny goes into some of his History, a few of his 22 published works and his fascination and passion for human optimization. The crew dives into neuro linguistic programming and other topics not normally covered. We also discuss Greyskull nation Johnnys fitness and lifestyle movement. The guys are heading into the new year with new topics and unusual subject matter so stand by for future projects and lots of video.
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In this podcast we sat down with Steve Cummings and his fiance, Gina Shiotani. Steve talks about his experience in the 173rd Airborne Infantry including his deployment to Afghanistan. He will also discuss the resilience strategies he found to be most effective post combat and in life.
Josh Costner grew up in a military/government family, spending the first several years of life in the San Fransisco bay area, then moving frequently across the country with his family, as his father's duty stations changed. While the family environment was very ideal and loving, his parents split when he was in his late teens, with he and his siblings staying with his mother. Living conditions dropped to poverty levels quickly due to his mother's nervous breakdowns. He joined to Army soon after. He trained at Ft. Benning Georgia and went on to serve under outstanding leadership with the Engineers at other duty stations. In early 2003 he was deployed to Iraq, having the great honor to be serving alongside Sappers, Airborne Infantry, Rangers, and other outstanding soldiers. In mid-2003 he sustained injuries to the right shoulder and was shipped back to Ft. Hood Texas, where he underwent 9 months of physical therapy, eventually being medically discharged under honorable conditions. Leaving the Army in 2004, he struggled with heavy drinking for a few years, as an unhealthy coping mechanism. Eventually, he sought help with the VA's counseling program and pushed through to overcome his alcohol dependence, He went on to study Emergency Management at Arkansas State University, and has dedicated his life to extensive study in the field of disaster mitigation under FEMA. He is preparing to publish a book on the subject of mitigation awareness, as well as launching a disaster prevention consulting firm in early 2019. jncostner.com If you enjoyed this episode, please Comment Share and leave a review... Come Hang With US as WE Discuss The Show You Need Content We Make it Easy Want to start a podcast? Mitigationhttps://www.facebook.com/groups/SYWTP/ Join the Conversation in our Facebook Group Success Champions Each Sunday we send out an email with the 5 episodes that aired along with this interview Sign Up Here
Josh Costner grew up in a military/government family, spending the first several years of life in the San Fransisco bay area, then moving frequently across the country with his family, as his father's duty stations changed. While the family environment was very ideal and loving, his parents split when he was in his late teens, with he and his siblings staying with his mother. Living conditions dropped to poverty levels quickly due to his mother's nervous breakdowns. He joined to Army soon after. He trained at Ft. Benning Georgia and went on to serve under outstanding leadership with the Engineers at other duty stations. In early 2003 he was deployed to Iraq, having the great honor to be serving alongside Sappers, Airborne Infantry, Rangers, and other outstanding soldiers. In mid-2003 he sustained injuries to the right shoulder and was shipped back to Ft. Hood Texas, where he underwent 9 months of physical therapy, eventually being medically discharged under honorable conditions. Leaving the Army in 2004, he struggled with heavy drinking for a few years, as an unhealthy coping mechanism. Eventually, he sought help with the VA's counseling program and pushed through to overcome his alcohol dependence, He went on to study Emergency Management at Arkansas State University, and has dedicated his life to extensive study in the field of disaster mitigation under FEMA. He is preparing to publish a book on the subject of mitigation awareness, as well as launching a disaster prevention consulting firm in early 2019. jncostner.com If you enjoyed this episode, please Comment Share and leave a review... Come Hang With US as WE Discuss The Show You Need Content We Make it Easy Want to start a podcast? Mitigationhttps://www.facebook.com/groups/SYWTP/ Join the Conversation in our Facebook Group Success Champions Each Sunday we send out an email with the 5 episodes that aired along with this interview Sign Up Here
Ken Wyrsch was a soldier in the 82nd Airborne Infantry and, with the help of SPCAI, helped save Ollie the dog from Iraq. We talk about joining the Military in October 2001, context!, how mocking/teasing can show equality/love, jumping out of planes and shooting stuff, women in combat, racial equality, and muhammad vs. muhammad's brother or sumthin'. Make sure to join Conservatish's Discord Server to chat with other fans, and join Conservatish's Patreon to contribute.
Benjamin Bunn served as a US Army Special Forces Noncommissioned Officer and then, following his commission as an Airborne Infantry Officer. Ben served in a variety of Special Operations and conventional leadership roles on multiple tours to both Iraq and Afghanistan. After leaving the military, Ben founded Cigar City Crossfit, a successful gym he currently runs in Tampa, FL.
Benjamin Bunn served as a US Army Special Forces Noncommissioned Officer and then, following his commission as an Airborne Infantry Officer. Ben served in a variety of Special Operations and conventional leadership roles on multiple tours to both Iraq and Afghanistan. After leaving the military, Ben founded Cigar City Crossfit, a successful gym he currently runs in Tampa, FL.
Bob Dvorchak | Drive On On Episode 38 of Veteran Voices: The Oral History Podcast, we talk with Bob Dvorchak, legendary Pittsburgh sports writer, national journalist, war correspondent, and author of Drive On: The Uncensored War of Bedouin Bob and the All-Americans. Bob Dvorchak is an award-winning author and journalist, whose career spans more than four decades from Associated Press national correspondent to the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette. In his forties, he was asked by AP to cover the Gulf War (1990-91) and embedded with US armed forces deployed to Kuwait and Saudi Arabia. His latest book, Drive On: The Uncensored War of Bedouin Bob and the All-Americans, is a personal and historical reflection upon his life as a journalist, war correspondent, and the soldiers of the famed 82nd Airborne Infantry he came to know as "brothers" during the war. This episode was recorded in Bethel Park, Pennsylvania. It is a production of The Social Voice Podcast Network. Executive Producer and Host: Kevin Farkas. Audiography: Kevin Farkas. Music (available at Soundcloud.com): Unknown (“Bkgrdloop”), STC Beats (“Reverb”), Pipe Choir Records (“Ancient Whispers”), Dave Delightman (“A Whisper Across the Sand”). Additional sound (available at Youtube.com): Saeed Vahedikamal (“George Carlin- Persian Gulf War”), Keith Hughes (“The Persian Gulf War Explained: US History Review”), Jabzy (“First Gulf War | 3 Minute History”), Richard Hogan (“The Gulf War 1991”), WPSU (“Joseph Galloway: Life of a War Correspondent - Conversations from Penn State”). ©Veteran Voices: The Oral History Podcast/The Social Voice Project, Inc. All rights reserved. OTHER WAYS TO FIND THE PODCAST jQuery(document).ready(function() { jQuery('#slider_3642').owlCarousel({ responsive:{ 0:{ items:1 }, 480:{ items:2 }, 768:{ items:3 }, 980:{ items:4 }, 1200:{ items:4 }, 1500:{ items:4 } }, autoplay : true, autoplayTimeout : 5000, autoplayHoverPause : true, smartSpeed : 200, fluidSpeed : 200, autoplaySpeed : 200, navSpeed : 200, dotsSpeed : 200, loop : true, nav : true, navText : ['',''], dots : true, responsiveRefreshRate : 200, slideBy : 1, mergeFit : true, autoHeight : false, mouseDrag : true, touchDrag : true }); jQuery('#slider_3642').css('visibility', 'visible'); sa_resize_slider_3642(); window.addEventListener('resize', sa_resize_slider_3642); function sa_resize_slider_3642() { var min_height = '50'; var win_width = jQuery(window).width(); var slider_width = jQuery('#slider_3642').width(); if (win_width < 480) { var slide_width = slider_width / 1; } else if (win_width < 768) { var slide_width = slider_width / 2; } else if (win_width < 980) { var slide_width = slider_width / 3; } else if (win_width < 1200) { var slide_width = slider_width / 4; } else if (win_width < 1500) { var slide_width = slider_width / 4; } else { var slide_width = slider_width / 4; } slide_width = Math.round(slide_width); var slide_height = '0'; if (min_height == 'aspect43') { slide_height = (slide_width / 4) * 3; slide_height = Math.round(slide_height); } else if (min_height == 'aspect169') { slide_height = (slide_width / 16) * 9; slide_height = Math.round(slide_height); } else { slide_height = (slide_width / 100) * min_height; slide_height = Math.round(slide_height); } jQuery('#slider_3642 .owl-item .sa_hover_container').css('min-height', slide_height+'px'); } }); SUPPORT LOCAL HISTORY Let’s keep local history alive for future generations! If you like our podcast, please help us continue this great educational program--for today and tomorrow. Show your support by making a financial donation, underwriting the podcast, or advertising your business or service on the show. jQuery(document).ready(function() {
In 1942, Brigadier General Elmo Bell of Wiggins was working as a contractor, building barracks for soldiers at various military bases around the South. At that time, he had a low opinion of the Army and so when he came to Hattiesburg, it was with the intention of joining the Marines. In this episode, he recalls how an Army recruiter convinced him to become a paratrooper and shares his memories of Paratrooper Jump School. He discusses how the Airborne Infantry attracted a special breed of soldier and why some of the strongest candidates washed out of the program. PODCAST EXTRA: As WWII progressed, the equipment Paratroopers used evolved to meet the challenges they encountered in actual combat. Bell discusses some of the many hazards they faced.
This is from June 21, apologies for the delayed posting. Bruce McQuain from Blackfive joined me once again for Someone You Should Know, our weekly tribute to the troops. Bruce spent 28 years in the U.S. Army and he is a veteran of the Vietnam war. He brings a perspective and understanding to these stories that we could never match. We staretd with the sad news that Army Sgt. Kevin Dupont had passed away. He put up an incredible fight and inspired many people. Bruce went on to tell us about Army Sgt. John Hoxie, via Army News Service, "Through it all, Hoxie never got discouraged, and never stopped thinking of himself as a member of the Airborne Infantry. He kept in regular contact with his unit, and focused on the goal of recovering from his injuries and returning as soon as possible to regular duty. "You've got two choices. You can either lay down and quit, or you can stand up and fight through your problems and overcome them," he said. In April, Hoxie was able to walk upright with the use of canes, and he expects to be able to walk without any support in a few weeks. Throughout his struggle, Hoxie's never-say-die attitude has been an inspiration for his fellow Paratroopers. "He's just a great Soldier," Mace said. The emotional highlight of Hoxie's return to Fort Bragg came on May 19, when he was awarded the Bronze Star by his brigade commander in front of his unit. As sweet as that moment was, Hoxie has his eyes set on another milestone - he wants to be able to run with his unit during next year's All American Week division run. "That's my goal for next year," he said." The Someone You Should Know radio collaboration began as an extension of Matt Burden’s series at Blackfive. Bruce does an incredible job with the series every week. What is Pundit Review Radio? Pundit Review Radio is where the old media meets the new. Each week we give voice to the work of the most influential leaders in the new media/citizen journalist revolution. Called “groundbreaking” by Talkers Magazine, this unique show brings the best of the blogs to your radio every Sunday evening from 8-10 pm EST on AM680 WRKO, Boston’s Talk Station.
This is from June 21, apologies for the delayed posting. Bruce McQuain from Blackfive joined me once again for Someone You Should Know, our weekly tribute to the troops. Bruce spent 28 years in the U.S. Army and he is a veteran of the Vietnam war. He brings a perspective and understanding to these stories that we could never match. We staretd with the sad news that Army Sgt. Kevin Dupont had passed away. He put up an incredible fight and inspired many people. Bruce went on to tell us about Army Sgt. John Hoxie, via Army News Service, "Through it all, Hoxie never got discouraged, and never stopped thinking of himself as a member of the Airborne Infantry. He kept in regular contact with his unit, and focused on the goal of recovering from his injuries and returning as soon as possible to regular duty. "You've got two choices. You can either lay down and quit, or you can stand up and fight through your problems and overcome them," he said. In April, Hoxie was able to walk upright with the use of canes, and he expects to be able to walk without any support in a few weeks. Throughout his struggle, Hoxie's never-say-die attitude has been an inspiration for his fellow Paratroopers. "He's just a great Soldier," Mace said. The emotional highlight of Hoxie's return to Fort Bragg came on May 19, when he was awarded the Bronze Star by his brigade commander in front of his unit. As sweet as that moment was, Hoxie has his eyes set on another milestone - he wants to be able to run with his unit during next year's All American Week division run. "That's my goal for next year," he said." The Someone You Should Know radio collaboration began as an extension of Matt Burden’s series at Blackfive. Bruce does an incredible job with the series every week. What is Pundit Review Radio? Pundit Review Radio is where the old media meets the new. Each week we give voice to the work of the most influential leaders in the new media/citizen journalist revolution. Called “groundbreaking” by Talkers Magazine, this unique show brings the best of the blogs to your radio every Sunday evening from 8-10 pm EST on AM680 WRKO, Boston’s Talk Station.
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