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Real. Raw. Truth.
S2E15: Challenges Military Veterans Face Transitioning to the Civilian World

Real. Raw. Truth.

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 23, 2023 28:33


Navy veterans Brian Andrews and Jeffrey Wilson (Andrews & Wilson) are the writing team behind the USA Today, WSJ, Audible, and #1 Amazon bestselling TIER ONE series which has been optioned for television. Brian is a nuclear engineer and Park Leadership Fellow who served as an officer on a fast-attack submarine. Jeff is a vascular surgeon and jet pilot who conducted combat operations with an East Coast–based SEAL team and worked in covert government task forces. They have more than 25 published novels and have sold millions of copies across media channels. Their other works include the SONS OF VALOR series, the SHEPHERDS series, and ROGUE ASSET for the WEB Griffin estate. They are now writing the new installments in Tom Clancy's Jack Ryan novel series for Penguin Random House, beginning with ACT OF DEFIANCE which launches on the 40th anniversary of THE HUNT FOR THE RED OCTOBER in May 2024. In addition to their novels, Andrews & Wilson have more than a half dozen original works in development for film and television with the following studios: Endeavor Content/Fifth Season, Imagine Entertainment, PictureStart, Skydance, Sony, and Walden Media.They are passionate about using their platform to uplift their fellow veterans and to support military and veteran causes such as SEAL Legacy Foundation, Folds of Honor which they have supported in their partnership with John Rich and his Redneck Riviera Brand, Wounded Warrior, and Tom and Jen Satterly's All Secure Foundation to name a few. They have partnered with veteran owned companies such as Bonefrog Coffee, Combat Flags, Declan James, and others to help them gain attention and to promote their work in the veteran charity space as well. Jeff leads a Men's Military Ministry for a large church in Tampa Florida.Learn more at: www.andrews-wilson.com

The Protectors
#426 | Dan Berei | Combat Flags merge with Flags Of Valor

The Protectors

Play Episode Listen Later May 22, 2023 25:11


Dan Berei, the founder of Combat Flags, joined The Protectors® Podcast to discuss some BIG NEWS!  Combat Flags has merged with Flags Of Valor!  We talk about Dan's pivot from the corporate sector, his GWOT deployments, identity, what the flag means to us, and much more. I'm a huge fan of Combat Flags; take a look at the (4) flags behind my desk next time I post a studio pic, allo Combat Flags.  They are back open for business today!  Both Combat Flags and Flags Of Valor have given back to the community through philanthropic work; Combat Flags has donated over $125,000 to Stop Soldier Suicide.  Support the showMake sure to check out Jason on IG @drjasonpiccolo

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Course of Action
051. Winter Austin - Straight to the Kill

Course of Action

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 4, 2023 46:53


Winter Austin is the author of multiple books, including her newest, Straight to the Kill, the 3rd offering in the Benoit and Dayne series. A lifelong Mid-west gal, Winter grew up listening to stories from relatives while sitting around the campfire or dinner table. A veteran spouse, and mother of an active duty soldier, her experience with the military through family and friends dates back to WW2. Catch more about Winter here: winteraustin.com Jeff's Gear: Hat by: Combat Flags combatflags.com Shirt by: Duluth Trading duluthtrading.com Follow for more: ⁠jeffclarkofficial.com⁠ or... IG @⁠officialJSClark⁠ FB ⁠@officialJSClark⁠ Twitter ⁠@officialJSClark⁠ Full Episodes at: YouTube.com @jeffclarkofficial ApplePodcasts.com/CourseofAction Spotify.com

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Course of Action
049. Matt Scott - Return to the Lion's Den

Course of Action

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 21, 2023 44:36


Author Matt Scott returns again to talk about his newest book, the Ayatollah Takedown, book 3 in the Surviving the Lion's Den series. In this episode we talk writing a third book, finishing up a series potentially, Chinese balloons, and the horrible events that have happened in Iran and how it had molded his writing of the controversial country. Check him out at mattscottbooks.com, and pick up the entire series on Amazon. Jeff's Gear: Hoodie by: Born Primitive bornprimitive.com Hat by: Combat Flags combatflags.com or IG @CombatFlags Follow for more: jeffclarkofficial.com or... IG @officialJSClark FB @officialJSClark Twitter @officialJSClark Full Episodes at: YouTube.com @jeffclarkofficial ApplePodcasts.com/CourseofAction Spotify.com

Course of Action
040. Chris Wittemore - Scout Sniper & Door Gunner Goes From Terror to Triumph

Course of Action

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 2, 2023 47:45


In this episode former Marine scout sniper Chris Whittemore joins the show. From the horrors of the mean streets of Ramadi, to flying in a UH-1 as a door gunner, Chris outlines his 17 years in the Marine Corps with battle-hardened stories of struggle, sacrifice, and redemption in his book, From Terror to Triumph. Chris also works in a specialized veteran & activity duty legal system that helps veterans and active duty military members get back on their feet from costly mistakes, saving lives instead of watching his fellow veterans become statistics. Chris is no doubt changing the world! Find more on Chris on IG: @usmc9550 Get "Terror to Triumph" on Amazon: Amazon.com/Triumph Hat by: Combat Flags

Bulletproof Veteran Podcast
Episode 68: Ryan Harrell, American Tattoo Society

Bulletproof Veteran Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 11, 2022 63:11


This week we welcome Ryan Harrell, owner of American Tattoo Society.  American Tattoo Society started when Nicole Harrell risked it all to buy her first piercing and tattoo shop in Fayetteville, NC.  Soon after, Ryan left his job to join her in growing this local business with roots in the military community.  Fast forward and now American Tattoo Society is a premier tattoo brand, with the distinguished honor of being the only shops allowed to tattoo on military installations.  Currently, operating at 4 military bases, they are quickly expanding to 9, and are looking to the future with a possibility of 20 locations.  AST provides high end artistry, from some of the worlds best tattoo artist, at a fair price that military members and veterans can trust.  Ryan talks about meeting with an artist, what information to have when discussing a tattoo design, things to look for when choosing an artist and shop, and the all important aftercare.  Most importantly, Ryan talks about the importance of their relationship with the military community, and why he and Nicole strive to provide military members with a better tattoo experience.  So if the buzzing sounds of needles make you want to run out and get some ink, this is the episode for you!For more information about American Tattoo Society go to https://www.americantattoosociety.com.Our veteran owned business of the week is Combat Flags.  The sole purpose of Combat Flags is to connect veterans and give back in a meaningful way.  They provide unique flags, apparel, and decals, using military uniforms to create their works of art.  These sales have generated over $100,000 in donations for Stop Soldier Suicide.  Check out all their products and read about their mission at https://www.combatflags.com.Support the show and get your Bulletproof Veteran apparel at https://amzn.to/3BA3dx9 or see all the available shirts at http://bulletproofveteran.com/apparel

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The Protectors
CROSSOVER EVENT | Brad Taylor | Retired Delta Force | NYT Best Selling Author | with The Combat Flags Podcast

The Protectors

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 13, 2022 33:44


Special Cross-Over event with The Combat Flags Podcast and The Protectors Podcast™ as they present Brad Taylor. Brad Taylor is a multi–NYT Best-Selling Author and retired Special Operations Forces Officer. Brad's new book, END OF DAYS, is out now!Brad's interview will stream on BOTH podcasts. This is the first major podcast collaboration, with many more to come! Explore new podcast content and unique ways to hear your favorite guest interviews as two-podcast hosts team up!The Combat Flags Podcast: U.S. Army Veteran and Founder of Combat Flags, Dan Berei, gets deep with active-duty service members and veterans to understand what brought them to serve in the United States military. The Combat Flags Podcast moves beyond war stories to chronicle and understands why some choose to serve when most others don't. With veterans, we take the discussion a step further to uncover the good, the bad, and the ugly about the transition from the military back to the civilian sector.The Protectors Podcast™: Hosted by Dr. Jason Piccolo, a 21-year federal agent, and military veteran. Jason interviews guests from best-selling authors to military heroes to everyday "protectors". Protectors, they run toward danger.Combat Flags Podcast https://www.combatflags.com/blogs/the-combat-flags-podcast#theprotectorspodcast #combatflags #bradtaylor #crossoverevent #collaborationSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/theprotectors)

The Protectors
Season 4 | Andrews and Wilson | On Taking On W.E.B Griffin's Presidential Agent Series | Episode 11

The Protectors

Play Episode Play 57 sec Highlight Listen Later Dec 16, 2021 30:09


The Protectors Podcast ™ presents world-renowned authors Brian Andrews and Jeff Wilson this Thursday. Andrews & Wilson are taking the realm of the legendary PRESIDENTIAL AGENT series from W.E.B Griffin.  Thank you to my awesome friend & co-host Gene O'Neill.    We also talk about their collaborations with Combat Flags and John Rich's Redneck Riviera Whiskey.  Season 4 has been incredible so far from Jack Carr to Brian Kilmeade to Ted Bell to Ted Andre to Fred Burton and beyond!  The Book: The Secretary of State has been kidnapped by Islamic extremists and his only hope for survival is a reconstituted Presidential Agent team in this revival of W. E. B. Griffin's New York Times bestselling series.This is episode sponsored by:Faraday Defense shop.faradaydefense.comHealth to the Rescue healthtotherescue.com #webgriffin #theprotectorspodcastSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/theprotectors)

Brave & Faithful Podcast - Military Veterans & Servicemembers
058: Donating over $100K to Stop Soldier Suicide with Combat Flags Dan Berei

Brave & Faithful Podcast - Military Veterans & Servicemembers

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 4, 2021 31:14


When Dan Berei separated from the Army, he left the Army all the way. He started school, graduated, and started his new career. But he soon found the need the military community and all the experiences he learned from the service. He wanted to find a way to give back and also find his second service. That's when Combat Flags was born. The sole purpose of Combat Flags is to connect veterans and give back in a meaningful way. Since starting company, he's developed a strong relationship with Stop Soldier Suicide, and as of May 2020 has donated more than $100,000 to through Combat Flags. Support Dan by going to Combat Flags! Book Recommendation: The Winds of War This podcast is brought to you by Fortis Et Fidelis. Honoring the brave and faithful service of our fallen by creating and providing memorial coins for families of the fallen . The free will never forget! Join our Community at Brave and Faithful Visit our website Fortis Et Fidelis Follow, Like, Subscribe to Fortis Et Fidelis: Facebook Instagram Twitter Youtube Listen to the Brave and Faithful Podcast: Amazon Apple Spotify Google --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/fortis-et-fidelis/support

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The Untold Story with Martha MacCallum
Combat Flags: The Fabric Of The Nation

The Untold Story with Martha MacCallum

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 24, 2020 18:26


This week, Martha speaks with two U.S. Army veterans, the CEO of Combat Flags, Dan Berei and Combat Flags advocate Ben Breckheimer about their work with the nonprofit Stop Soldier Suicide. Dan explains why he formed Combat Flags after serving, how was inspired to use the company to donate funds to the Stop Soldier Suicide nonprofit and how he formed his close friendship with Ben.  Later, Ben tells his story of serving in the U.S. Army first as a medic and later as a cavalry scout, the trauma he faced, how mountain climbing helped him overcome a difficult period in his life and why he got involved with Combat Flags. Follow Martha on Twitter: @MarthaMacCallum

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The Protectors
Season 3 | Brent Cooper | Green Beret Foundation | Episode 1

The Protectors

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 11, 2020 9:40


Brent joined the show to discuss the absolute need for the Green Beret Foundation.  They have a mission.  A vital mission to help Green Berets and their families wherever they are.  In our interview, we touch on their critical needs and what they are about.  This episode of The Protector Life is brought to you by Combat Flags.  Head here  https://alnk.to/cSzWwcA to pick up some awesome gear!  From flags to patches to hats, Combat Flags is where it is at!About the Green Beret Foundation: At the Green Beret Foundation, we honor our commitment to Green Berets past and present by providing Special Forces Soldiers and their families with emergency, immediate, and ongoing support.Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/theprotectors)

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The Erik Allen Show
Ep. 69 - Dan Berei - U.S. Army Veteran - Founder of Combat Flags

The Erik Allen Show

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 25, 2020 22:24


We talked about transitioning to civilian life, how Combat Flags got started, being featured on Mike Rowe's show “Returning The Favor” and how that changed his business as well as what the best part about being Dad is. Top Rated MMA Show & Bearded Biz Show is Proudly sponsored by: Anglesey Family Chiropractic Tigatu (use code "TopRatedMMA" for 10% off) - Shirt Rewebbed Inc. - Website Design & Digital Marketing Combat Flags - Flag Backdrop Raze Energy (use code "TopRatedMMA" for 15% off) - Energy Repp Sports (use code "TopRatedMMA" for 15% off) - Supplements GPop - (use code "TopRatedMMA" for 15% off) - Snacks Be sure to LIKE / FOLLOW Combat Flags - Facebook Instagram Twitter YouTube The Service Record Podcast Website Be sure to LIKE / FOLLOW Stop Soldier Suicide - Facebook Instagram LinkedIn Website Please check out BeardedBiz.com where I am talking with Entrepreneurs, World Changers, and Success Minded People! Please LIKE, SHARE, and SUBSCRIBE to my channel and social media sites: Facebook Twitter (@ErikGAllen) Instagram (@BeardedBizShow) Instagram (@ErikGAllen) YouTube

TopRated MMA
BB - Ep. 69 - Dan Berei - U.S. Army Veteran - Founder of Combat Flags

TopRated MMA

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 25, 2020 21:52


We talked about transitioning to civilian life, how Combat Flags got started, being featured on Mike Rowe's show “Returning The Favor” and how that changed his business as well as what the best part about being Dad is. Top Rated MMA Show & Bearded Biz Show is Proudly sponsored by: Anglesey Family Chiropractic Tigatu (use code "TopRatedMMA" for 10% off) - Shirt Rewebbed Inc. - Website Design & Digital Marketing Combat Flags - Flag Backdrop Raze Energy (use code "TopRatedMMA" for 15% off) - Energy Repp Sports (use code "TopRatedMMA" for 15% off) - Supplements GPop - (use code "TopRatedMMA" for 15% off) - Snacks Be sure to LIKE / FOLLOW Combat Flags - Facebook Instagram Twitter YouTube The Service Record Podcast Website Be sure to LIKE / FOLLOW Stop Soldier Suicide - Facebook Instagram LinkedIn Website Please check out BeardedBiz.com where I am talking with Entrepreneurs, World Changers, and Success Minded People! Please LIKE, SHARE, and SUBSCRIBE to my channel and social media sites: Facebook Twitter (@ErikGAllen) Instagram (@BeardedBizShow) Instagram (@ErikGAllen) YouTube --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/topratedmma/support

The Protectors
Season 2 | James Hatch | Spike's K9 Fund | (Episode 34)

The Protectors

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 30, 2020 25:26


James Hatch of Spike's K9 Fund joined The Protectors to discuss the mission of the non-profit, touched on his career, how we can help, and a ton of other topics.  About: Spikes K9 Fund was founded by James Hatch, a retired Special Warfare Operator. As a K9 handler on several deployments, James' life was regularly spared by the work of K9s – one of the most memorable was Spike. And on James' final deployment, the night he was critically wounded, a K9 spared James' life while losing his own. From that evening on, James oriented his life around the training, care and preservation of working dogs. In addition to working as the founder and president of the fund, he works with local law enforcement and has adopted a former service dog in need of medical attention.Please head over and check out Spikes K9 Fund on all social media platforms and the web.  They are also listed on Amazon Smile!  This episode brought to you by Combat Flags, use code Protectors for 10% off. Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/theprotectors)

The Protectors
Season 2 | Max Uriarte | Terminal Lance & Battle Born| (Episode 32)

The Protectors

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 28, 2020 52:15


Max Uriarte, creator of Terminal Lance, stopped by The Protectors to talk about his new book Battle Born. Max chatted with us about the origin of Terminal Lance, getting out of the Marines, what went into creating Battle Born, and a ton of other topics. I was fortunate to receive an advance copy of Battle Born, I am completely amazed at how spot on this book (graphic novel) is to the reality of military life in a world of conflict & wars with intense action and graphics I have never seen before, you'll see when you read it. The story needs to continue. Big shout out to Max for coming on the show and a big shout out to my awesome co-host Kelsey. BATTLE BORN is a must-read, releasing on July 28th the same day as The Protectors interview!00:45     Max's service04:23     College Post-USMC07:07     GI BILL10:59     Terminal Lance15:42     From Infantry to Combat Camera19:31     Pushback for Terminal Lance26:06     Terminal Lance Content29:17     Battle Born44:18     Expression through art48:34     Conclusion  Combat Flags!  Thanks for sponsoring The Protectors!  Use code PROTECTORS when you check out at Combat Flags for 10% OFF!  Link in my bio.   Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/theprotectors)

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The Protectors
Season 2 | Tom Spooner | Warriors Heart | (Episode 33)

The Protectors

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 28, 2020 30:17


Tom Spooner joined The Protectors to talk about his military career, how he became involved with Warriors Heart, stigma, and tons of other great topics.  I am a solid proponent of Warriors Heart's mission, during our conversation I discuss the loss of my brother to the effects of addiction and understand firsthand how hard it is to find the right fit for those struggling with addiction, especially those in The Protector community.  Please check out Warriors Heart and share their message.  Thank you, Tom.    This episode brought to you by Combat Flags, use code Protectors for 10% off. @combat_flagsAbout Tom: Former Special Forces and Warriors Heart Co-Founder Tom Spooner's service to our nation in the U.S. Army spanned nearly 21 years (1990-2011), who is now dedicated to healing his fellow warriors struggling with chemical dependencies, PTSD, mild TBI (which he also faced after a combat injury) and other recurring issues. His career included time in the 82nd Airborne, as a Green Beret in the US Army's 7th Special Forces Group and, ultimately, in the US Army's 1st Special Forces Operational Detachment Delta as an Operator. Spooner joined forces with successful treatment providers Josh and Lisa Lannon to open Warriors Heart in 2016. Warriors Heart is the first and ONLY accredited treatment program in the U.S. for “warriors only” (military, veterans and first responders) that helps American Warriors struggling with drug and alcohol addiction and other reoccurring issues. Tom built a "training program" approach to residential treatment that helps our protectors overcome the stigma and shame of asking for help. Warriors Heart is a 543-acre ranch outside San Antonio, Texas, that is the opposite of a hospital. Since retiring from the military in 2011, Tom has successfully enabled thousands of military and law enforcement personnel to acknowledge their struggles, seek treatment, and understand that they are not alone.Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/theprotectors)

The Protectors
PicREP Episode 4 | Dan from Combat Flags & Benjamin Breckheimer (Sequence #102)

The Protectors

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 15, 2020 24:33


Ben is a Purple Heart recipient and has summited some of the highest peaks in the world.  Dan is a combat veteran and runs Combat Flags, with $$$ thousands of proceeds given to charity yearly.Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/theprotectors)

Go With the Flo
From U.S. Army Psychological Operations to Donating $70,000 to Stop Soldier Suicide With Combat Flags | Interview With Owner Dan Berei

Go With the Flo

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 28, 2020 88:19


During this time of the coronavirus and mandatory quarantine, we were given the opportunity to sit down with Dan Berei - the owner/founder of Combat Flags in Davidson, North Carolina - and discuss his time in the U.S. Army as a Sergeant in Psychological Operations and getting deployed to the Philippines twice, how he started Combat Flags after 6 years in the military, his passion for Stop Soldier Suicide, and many other topics such as: - Where his passions to join the military came from - How his grandfather helped shaped the man who he is today - His role in Psychological Operations and Operation Enduring Freedom - Philippines - The biggest difference from military life to civilian life - Why he chooses to donate 50% of his profits to Stop Soldier Suicide - His perspective on purpose and self-awareness Let us know what you think of this interview by sending us a DM on Instagram @gwtfpodcast

The Protectors
Episode #30 | Max Martini | Actor/Veteran Advocate | Sgt. Will Gardner, Saving Private Ryan & 13 Hours

The Protectors

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 16, 2019 33:24


Excellent chat with Max Martini about his career and his continued advocacy for veterans; including his recently released project, Sgt. Will Gardner. Sgt. Will Gardner follows a troubled Iraq War veteran struggling to reintegrate into society sets out on a cross-country journey with the hope of reuniting with his young son.   The cast is stellar, from Gary Sinise to Robert Patrick to Max himself.  Check it out on Amazon today! We hit on a ton of topics from Max's USO tour that inspired Sgt. Will Gardner, his role in Saving Private Ryan, to how he auditioned for David Mamet for his role in Redbelt (cult classic ju jitsu movie, check it out!).  Max comes from a long line of LEO's and military members, including his mom that was in law enforcement.  Max also supports several charities, including Warriors Heart, the Gary Sinise Foundation, and Higher Ground USA.  Sgt. Will Gardner will not be the last venture for Max to help the veteran community, he's in it for the long haul.  Thanks for joining me Max.  Also, a shout out to my good friends at Bottle Breacher and Combat Flags! PS:  I'm a big fan of all the charities, especially Warriors Heart.  Check out the podcast Original Freedom from the creators of Warriors Heart. Links:Sgt. Will Gardner on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/gp/video/detail/B07L8P76LH/ref=cm_sw_em_r_pv_wb_7rUm84ZcDwdj3 Sgt. Will Gardner on FB: https://www.facebook.com/SgtWillGardnerTheMovie/ Higher Ground USA: https://highergroundusa.org/ Warrior Heart: https://www.warriorsheart.com/ Gary Sinise Foundation: https://www.garysinisefoundation.org/ Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/theprotectors)

American Snippets with Barb Allen & Dave Brown
E081: Thank You for Your Service with Dan Berei, the Founder of Combat Flags

American Snippets with Barb Allen & Dave Brown

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 30, 2019 19:43


You may have caught Mike Rowe's show, Returning the Favor, where he introduced us to army veteran Dan Berei. Dan is one of the thousands of young veterans who felt disconnected from life around him after his service. He was missing the sense of purpose he'd felt in the military, and at risk of withdrawing completely into himself. But, instead, Dan found a way to unleash his patriotism and pride in service through a new purpose - Combat Flags. In this episode, Dan shares his experience and insight for anyone struggling to find an outlet for their own passion and purpose and talks about how he is able to continue supporting veterans through his work. Read the full article, watch the interview, and more here...

First Class Fatherhood
#126 Dan Berei

First Class Fatherhood

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 22, 2019 21:34


Episode 126 Dan Berei is a First Class Father, Veteran and Founder of Combat Flags. He spent six years and two deployments in support of Operation Enduring Freedom with the U.S. Army. In just one year Berei has donated nearly $10,000 to “Stop Soldier Suicide”, a Raleigh-based nonprofit dedicated to preventing active duty and veteran suicide. He has done it all by selling these flags where he says, "You know somebody wore this overseas or at home to protect the way of life that we know." Please check out Combat Flags - https://www.combatflags.com On Instagram- https://instagram.com/combat_flags?utm_source=ig_profile_share&igshid=18oi3ixv74i9o First Class Fatherhood is sponsored by NFW Watch Company SAVE 15% OFF Watches by Visiting NFWonline.com Use Promo Code: FATHER SeatGeek SAVE $20 OFF Tickets by Visiting seatgeek.com Use Promo Code: FIRSTCLASS --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/alec-lace/support

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Global Recon
GRP 48-Combat Flags, Combat Stories, USMC Veteran, Green Beret 18Charlie, RIP SSG Adam Thomas

Global Recon

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 11, 2016 81:41


GRP 48- Rest in Peace to Army Special Forces Staff Sgt. Adam S. Thomas, 31, was killed by an improvised explosive device while on foot during an operation against the Islamic State in eastern Afghanistan, defense officials said. I'd like to have everyone send prayers and positive energy to retired Special Missions Unit Major, and author of "Kill Bin Laden" Dalton Fury. The Major is battling through a tough situation and we want him and his family to know that we support him. Back on the podcast is Dan, the owner of Combat Flags. James a Marine Corps Combat Veteran of Iraq, and Mike a Special Forces Green Beret and veteran of Afghanistan and Iraq. We discuss Combat Flags, the careers of James, and Mike during and post-military. Mike works for an organization that fights child sexual exploitation, and James is a full-time Firefighter. We talk combat, PTSD, military specialties, and helping war fighters when they come home. Below is an excerpt from the episode. John: James can you talk about your experiences in the United States Marine Corps? James: I and my friend John joined the Infantry. My friend Alex joined the Combat Engineers. Josh joined Intel. We all got deployed to different units. While I was in training down at 29 Palms I got a Red Cross message and my friend John was killed in action in January 2005 in Iraq. He was in the battle of Fallujah. I was able to get home for his funeral. We deployed to Iraq. Our op tempo was through the roof. Running patrols in and around Haditha Dam. We Ran patrols near the Syrian border. We got called for a High-Value Target. Hit the house and didn't find a thing. The Mosque gave a call for prayer. The hair stood on the back of our necks. Something wasn't right. A round hit right between me and my buddy. We were on the outer cordon team. Headed back to our trucks. Saw a flash to my right and an RPG landed about a foot from where I was standing. I finally came to. I see tracers flying everywhere. I ran behind this pile of rocks. I realized that things didn't feel right. Had a hot piece of metal in my mouth, and I couldn't talk. Tried calling for help. I put my gun up scanning for targets. Our Corpsman ran 100 yards over open grounds to get to me. I tried to get up and when I got up they shot me right in my knee.

Global Recon
GRP 40-Combat Flags, PSYOPS, Operation Enduring Freedom-Philippine’s

Global Recon

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 18, 2016 58:04


GRP 40- Dan, the owner of Combat Flags, and US Army veteran joined me for our 40th episode. We discuss the role of a PYSOP (Physiological Operations) Solider, OEF-P, and his company Combat Flags. Operation Enduring Freedom-Philippines is a lesser known campaign to rid the Philippine’s of Islamic terror groups. We discuss the situation there, and what the Pilipino government is doing to counter the threat. Dan’s company Combat Flags, create these beautiful American flags put together using the uniforms of veterans from all branches. It’s really awesome work, and Combat Flags donates half of the money to Stop Solider Suicide. Below is an excerpt from the episode. John Hendricks: During the height of the Iraq war, now in Syria, and Iraq people who are critical of the war efforts would say things like we’re out there fighting farmers, and things like that. Which is very far from the truth. Apart of the truth is what removing Saddam from power was lifting that stringent, and strict security measures that kept out these transnational terrorist organizations out. What ends up happening is now you have fighters from Chechnya, the larger middle east, and Africa. In the Philippine’s was it Pilipino terrorism, or was it international groups operating there? Dan: The Philippines falls within South East Asia, and it’s an Archipelago nation. The terrorist activity predominately takes place in the southern Philippine’s. Back in the mid to late 70’s this group called the Moral National Liberation Front (MNLF) started to take hold, and open up these insurgent training camps. The MNLF had an internal coup, and split off into a separate group called the Moral Islamic Liberation Front. These camps really paved the way for what I was working with, and what guys who preceded me were working with. Throughout the years there have been thousands of Jihadist who were trained there, and going to Pakistan, Iraq, you name it. I liked to refer to it as the minor league of terrorism. That’s where the terrorist goes, get there training, and when ready for the big leagues they get called up, and head out to the middle east. These training camps in the 70’s, 80’s, and early 90’s were pumping out guys left and right. Some of the more notable folks who came through the Philippine’s during the 80’s was Osama Bin Laden’s brother in law. Another guy named Ramsey Yousef, who was one of the primary architects of the World Trade Center bombings in 93. A more contemporary guy named Khalid Sheikh Mohammed he’s one of the big guys from the 9/11 attacks. He was a former secretary of the terrorist group Abu Sayyaf. These groups gained ground pretty quick, and have been causing havoc on the southern part of the Philippine’s through bombings, and kidnappings. Send questions, or comments to Podcast@globalrecon.net