Podcasts about dead reckoning collective

Episode 151 with Steve Callahan, author of sometimes I go away, Dead Reckoning Collective's latest collection of poetry is a relentless exploration of creativity — not as a gentle muse that occasionally visits, but as a force that demands engagement, discipline, and honest labor. The conversation explores how ideas arrive, asserting that creativity is a process of dictation and translation: ideas may flash into the mind from mysterious, — even mystical sources — but it is the maker's responsibility to wrestle them onto the page, to shape and refine them through persistent work. We dissect the mechanics of creativity, drawing parallels between poetry, film, and military service, and emphasizing that the act of making — whether it's a poem, a screenplay, or a new life after service — requires not just inspiration but the courage to execute, to risk failure, and to keep pushing until the work stands on its own legs. We challenge listeners to consider the transcendentals — goodness, truth, and beauty — as the pillars that must anchor any creative act. Art is not just self-expression but a responsibility: to communicate with clarity, to wrestle honestly with one's own moral injuries, and to offer the audience something that is not only aesthetically compelling but ethically resonant. Through candid discussion of military transition, moral injury, and the ongoing challenge of contextualizing painful experiences, the episode insists that our duty as artists is to bridge the gap between the ineffable and the tangible, to translate private wounds into universal language, and to do so with integrity, humility, and a relentless commitment to the good, the true, and the beautiful. Episode Sponsors: VM Merch Go Pills -- use "VM15" at checkout for 15% off your order. BUBS Naturals -- use "veteranmade" at checkout for 20% off your order. True Made Foods -- use "VET" at checkout for 15% off your order. Ruck Sox -- use "VETERANMADE15" at checkout for 15% off your order. Bravo Actual -- use "Veteran Made" at checkout for 15% off your order. Intro Song composed and produced by Cleod9. SOCIALS: https://www.instagram.com/veteranmade.ck/ http://x.com/veteranmade.ck https://www.instagram.com/uneven_steven03/ https://www.instagram.com/deadreckoningcollective/

In this thought-provoking episode of Veteran Made, host Carey Kight interviews author David Rose about his latest novel published by Dead Reckoning Collective, Screaming Eagles Wings, and delves into the deeper cultural implications of storytelling rooted in personal experience. Rose, a former Marine who served in Iraq, discusses how his book aims to counter the prevailing narrative about the Iraq War by highlighting the heroic aspects and the sense of brotherhood that many veterans fondly remember. The conversation takes a critical turn as Rose and Kight explore the concept of cultural decline in America. They argue that the current societal shift towards a “victim culture” has negatively impacted veterans, creating a self-fulfilling prophecy of struggle and victimhood. Rose emphasizes the importance of recognizing the extraordinary achievements of their generation and rejecting the notion that veterans are inherently victims of their experiences. Both Kight and Rose advocate for a return to personal responsibility and reconnection with the broader civilian community. They stress the value of specific, experience-based storytelling as an antidote to the superficial, high-level perspectives that dominate modern discourse. By sharing authentic, deeply personal narratives, they believe veterans can contribute to a more nuanced understanding of their experiences and help combat the cultural decline they perceive. This episode is sponsored by Go Pills. Use "VM15" at checkout for 15% off your order. Intro Song composed and produced by Cleod9. SOCIALS: https://www.instagram.com/veteranmade.ck/ http://x.com/veteranmade.ck https://www.instagram.com/__davidrose__/ https://www.instagram.com/deadreckoningcollective/  

In this episode of Veteran Made, Carey Kight engages in a thought-provoking dialogue with Cokie about the intersections of art and the military experience. The conversation challenges the often subjective interpretations associated with postmodernism. Carey and Cokie argue that while self-expression is a significant component of art, there exists an objective standard of goodness, truth, and beauty that artists should strive to capture, pushing back against the notion that art's meaning is solely determined by the observer's interpretation. Instead, they suggest that artists bear the responsibility of crafting their work to convey clear, universal messages that resonate across different audiences. Together, they challenge listeners to reconsider the role of the artist in communicating meaning, urging creators to take ownership of their narratives rather than leaving interpretation entirely in the hands of their audience. This discussion not only questions prevailing artistic norms but also encourages veterans and civilians alike to engage with art as a means of shared understanding and connection. This episode is sponsored by Go Pills. Use "VM15" at checkout for 15% off your order. Intro Song composed and produced by Cleod9. SOCIALS: https://www.instagram.com/veteranmade.ck/ http://x.com/veteranmade.ck https://www.instagram.com/cokie_actual/ https://www.instagram.com/deadreckoningcollective/  

Carey spoke with Nick Orton aka Tales from the Grid Square, an active duty soldier and author of The Transcript, a collection of short stories published by Dead Reckoning Collective. This episode is sponsored by Go Pills. Use "VM15" at checkout for 15% off your order. Intro Song composed and produced by Cleod9. SOCIALS: https://www.instagram.com/veteranmade.ck/ http://x.com/veteranmade.ck https://www.instagram.com/tales_from_the_gridsquare/  

Carey spoke with Adam Magers, an Army veteran, a depth-oriented psychotherapist, clinical manager at The Battle Within, and the author of Odysseus and the Oar, Dead Reckoning Collective's latest publication. This episode is sponsored by Go Pills. Use "VM15" at checkout for 15% off your order. Intro Song composed and produced by Cleod9. SOCIALS: https://www.instagram.com/veteranmade.ck/ https://www.instagram.com/odysseusandtheoar/ https://www.instagram.com/deadreckoningcollective/ https://www.instagram.com/the_battle_within_kc/

Carey spoke with Nicholas Efstathiou, an Army veteran, a writer, a teacher, and the author of Killers in Their Youth, one of Dead Reckoning Collective's latest publications. Follow Nick on Instagram where you can also follow Veteran Made for daily updates! This episode is sponsored by Go Pills. Use "VM15" at checkout for 15% off your order. Intro Song composed and produced by Cleod9.

Carey spoke with William "Buck" Bolyard, an Army veteran, a world-traveler, picture-taker, beer-drinker, fish-catcher, reluctant poet, and the author of Dead Reckoning Collective's latest publication, Demons in the Taillights. Follow Buck and DRC on Instagram where you can also follow Veteran Made for daily updates! This episode is sponsored by Go Pills. Use "VM15" at checkout for 15% off your order. This episode is presented by our NEW! VM - Stacked Logo T-Shirts Intro Song composed and produced by Cleod9.

Carey spoke with Mac Caltrider, a Marine Corps veteran, former police officer, connoisseur of tobacco and books, and the author of one of Dead Reckoning Collective's latest publications, DOUBLE KNOT. Follow Mac and DRC on Instagram where you can also follow Veteran Made for daily updates! This episode is sponsored by Go Pills. Use "VM15" at checkout for 15% off your order. This episode is presented by our NEW! VM - Stacked Logo T-Shirts Intro Song composed and produced by Cleod9.

Tonight's guest is Mac Caltrider, the author of Double Knot, a war memoir in seven essays. Mac shares with us his life story, including culture associated with Baltimore, Maryland; two deployments to Afghanistan as a Marine; working as a patrol cop during tumultuous times; and his career in journalism. All of which is connected in Double Knot.  Episode 39 highlights: 1). Plug Uglies — a now closed Irish pub in Baltimore, Maryland, named after old-timey firefighter gangs that used to start fires and get into street fights. 2). Family lineage in the US military. 3). Mac's passion for books from an early age, which would prove useful as a writer and journalist years later. 4). Awesome history associated with Mac's unit, 2nd Battalion, 8th Marines (2/8), which includes a tale about the first ever Medal of Honor recipient's action captured on video (many confuse Air Force CCT John Chapman's action in Afghanistan as the first). 5). The humorous tales of the wiggling hedgehog and “the smoking crab” in Afghanistan (YouTube link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=b1bEDH4bwHI). 6). Double Knot (YouTube link: https://youtu.be/UP2dlTmig8Y) 7). Coffee or Die magazine and honored by the Marine Corps Heritage Foundation. 8). Pipes & Pages — Where Mac pairs books others should read with a tobacco pipe (https://www.instagram.com/pipes_and_pages/?hl=en). Buy Double Knot on Amazon (https://www.amazon.com/Double-Knot-Mac-Caltrider/dp/B0CYX1RB6G) OR at veteran-owned publisher Dead Reckoning Collective (https://deadreckoningco.com/collections/books/products/book-double-knot). Join 13K followers of Late Night History on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/latenighthistory/ 10% Discount Code using MATTFRATUS at HR4K's store. HR4K is a UK lifestyle brand founded by British SAS veteran, friend, and guest of the show (Episode 7) Ben Garwood. Follow the link here: https://www.hr4k.uk/?ref=MATTFRATUS --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/late-night-history/support

From touring with hardcore bands to his tour in Iraq, Keith Dow tells the origin of Dead Reckoning Collective, publishing poetry, literature, growing up in the hardcore music scene, his days as a bouncer, college student, influential reads, and helping others. "Karmic Purgatory," is the collected poetry of Keith Dow and is a highly recommended read. Dead Reckoning Collective publishes works of poetry and literature. Contact them on deadreckoning.com and IG as well.

“We tell ourselves stories in order to live...We look for the sermon in the suicide, for the social or moral lesson in the murder of five. We interpret what we see, select the most workable of the multiple choices. We live entirely, especially if we are writers, by the imposition of a narrative line upon disparate images, by the "ideas" with which we have learned to freeze the shifting phantasmagoria which is our actual experience.” -Joan Didion Mac Caltrider has been a long time friend and supporter of Dead Reckoning Collective. He humbly submitted his own manuscript after years of writing about other people's books and eventually breaking into a career in journalism.  In his debut book, Caltrider takes us on a tour of Afghanistan's IED-filled Helmand province, where every footstep is an act of bravery. Without a chance to exhale, he moves on to explore the messy world of policing in the wake of George Floyd and the outbreak of COVID-19. Caltrider then takes us up the snow-swept slopes of Mount Rainier and on a whirlwind tour of the United States, alongside Miss America, some of the Pentagon's top brass, and a gaggle of B-list celebrities that more closely resemble a circus than a morale boost. As the stories progress, a narrative through-line emerges, revealing the complicated ways in which war remains with those who wage it. In this episode of the podcast we discuss topics covered in Mac's book and how his thought process evolved before and after composing these essays. What we learn is it's not always so simple and we don't always get the full picture, but also that it doesn't have to make sense immediately for it to be worth it. The immediate experience and the delayed gratification is all part of the journey. 

Carey spoke with Benjamin Fortier, a United States Marine and a writer, poet, lyricist, and the author of, Phantoms, published by Dead Reckoning Collective.   You can follow Ben on Instagram where you can also follow Veteran Made for daily updates.   Collaborations: BUBS Naturals - 20% Off Discount Code: "veteranmade" Bravo Actual - 10% Discount Code: "Veteran Made" True Made Foods - 15% Off Discount Code: "VET" Intro Song composed and produced by Cleod9.

Carey spoke with Leo Jenkins, a former Army Ranger and writer, author, poet, filmmaker, and traveling human. His two latest books, On Assimilation and A Word Like God were both published by Dead Reckoning Collective.   You can follow Leo and DRC on Instagram where you can also follow Veteran Made for daily updates.

Episode Start Minute 2:10 In this episode, Tyler and Jose bring you a captivating interview with Ben Fortier. Together, they explore the profound experiences that Ben encountered during his time in Fallujah, Iraq, around 2006, and the lasting impact it had on his life. They delve into the depths of his journey, discussing not only the war but also the events and influences that shaped him during his childhood. The conversation takes an inspiring turn as Ben shares his unwavering passion for art, music, and writing. He opens up about his creative journey and how these outlets have played a pivotal role in his post-war life. Join us for an insightful and engaging discussion that delves into the complexities of war, personal growth, and the transformative power of artistic expression. Benjamin Fortier, a multi-talented writer, musician, and technology geek, has embarked on a creative journey that has shaped his artistic identity over the years. From a young age, Benjamin's exceptional authorship caught the attention of his writing mentors, leading to the honor of being named Class Poet by his graduating High School class. His innate talent and passion for storytelling propelled him towards a path of self-expression. In 2009, Benjamin made his mark in the literary world with the release of his debut poetry collection, "The Silent Whispers of Omens." This collection marked the beginning of his exploration of profound themes such as mental health, mysticism, the supernatural, surrealism, and social issues through the captivating medium of poetry. The collection received recognition for its evocative verses and poignant exploration of the human experience. Building on the success of his debut, Benjamin independently released his sophomore poetry collection, "Stones of the Wooded Valley," in 2019. This collection showcased his growth as an artist and demonstrated his unwavering commitment to self-expression. Through his poetry, Benjamin continues to captivate readers, delving into the depths of emotions and creating poignant narratives that resonate with audiences. Beyond his creative pursuits, Benjamin's life is filled with diverse passions and responsibilities. He hails from the northern part of Rhode Island, where he was born and raised. Alongside his writing, Benjamin has delved into the realm of sports photography, capturing moments that reflect the intensity and beauty of athletic endeavors. Furthermore, he has embarked on a healing journey after a combat deployment to the volatile city of Al-Falluja, Iraq, around 2006. This experience, coupled with the impact of the September 11, 2001 events, has shaped his perspective and influenced his creative expression. When not immersed in the world of writing, Benjamin finds solace in the company of his partner Emily and their rescue dog, Princess Peppa Pig, an American Bully. They share their lives with love and care, nurturing their furry companion alongside their own growth and exploration. Benjamin also indulges in his love for hockey, video games, guitar playing, and technology tinkering, finding joy and inspiration in these diverse interests. To explore Benjamin Fortier's captivating works and stay updated on his upcoming projects, visit his website at https://www.benjaminfortier.com/. There, you can delve into his published collections, including "The Silent Whispers of Omens" and "Stones of the Wooded Valley," which showcase his talent for weaving vivid imagery and thought-provoking themes. Additionally, Benjamin shares short fictional memoirs on his website's blog section, allowing readers to immerse themselves in captivating worlds such as the Jolan District and the Al Andalas District, including the intriguing piece titled "The Pizza Slice." Keep an eye out for Benjamin's upcoming book, "Phantoms," which promises to take readers on a gripping exploration of the war in Iraq. Set in 2006 within the infamous Sunni Triangle, "Phantoms" delves into the battles fought in the urban landscapes of cities like Ramadi and Fallujah. It uncovers the thin and opaque battle lines and the lasting scars left on those who experienced the war firsthand. Published by Dead Reckoning Collective, this upcoming release is sure to captivate and enlighten readers. Where you can find Ben's work. Instagram: @Benfo Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/benfortier https://www.youtube.com/@UCt0r7AIWyjp2-mnk2_Mz5nA Website: https://www.benjaminfortier.com/ Short fictional memoirs: https://www.benjaminfortier.com/post/stories-from-the-jolan-district https://www.benjaminfortier.com/post/stories-from-the-al-andalas-district-the-pizza-slice Host- Jose Herrera Host-Jose Herrera Editor- Julian P. Seddon Music-Danny Akers

Carey spoke with Neville Johnson, a South African veteran of the British Army and an author and poet, whose first collection was published by Dead Reckoning Collective this spring. He's also a high school leadership teacher in New Zealand.   They talked about stepping into the unknown.   You can follow Neville and DRC on Instagram where you can also follow Veteran Made for daily updates.   https://deadreckoningco.com/collections/books/products/book-sangin-then-and-now    

Michael Jerome Plunkett served in the United States Marine Corps Reserve. After working in the financial industry for Fidelity Investments and Morgan Stanley for several years he began pursuing fiction writing and acquired his MFA at College of Charleston. He currently works as an EMT. His writing has been published by Coffee of Die (Black Rifle Coffee), Dead Reckoning Collective, and The Havok Journal. Lit of War

Michael Jerome Plunkett served in the United States Marine Corps Reserve. After working in the financial industry for Fidelity Investments and Morgan Stanley for several years he began pursuing fiction writing and acquired his MFA at College of Charleston. He currently works as an EMT. His writing has been published by Coffee of Die (Black Rifle Coffee), Dead Reckoning Collective, and The Havok Journal. Lit of War

In this episode, Brock speaks with Neville Johnson. Neville is the first EX US vet that I've had on serving in the British infantry, and the author of the newly published book Sangin, Then and Now published by Dead Reckoning Collective. We talk about the value of family and managing one through chaotic times. We talk about how to handle your personal priorities, knowing what true defeat looks like and how that differs from a change in direction. We also get into finding purpose in things outside of our service. Neville mentions that many people want to ask how many doors you've kicked in, but aren't interested in that next phase of all of our lives. Episode Resources: Neville on Instagram Sangin Notes: (01:41) - What Neville is most proud of (04:22) - Changes he would make to parenting looking back (06:13) - Two poems from Sangin and drawing parallels from early childhood to parenting (10:13) - Regrets and things he would have done differently during service (13:10) - Comparing who we were to who we are (19:51) - Arnold Schwarzenegger as a hero along dad; why are heroes aren't everything/how to hero select (29:27) - Balance of pursuit of goals with optionality for new opportunities (37:58) - How to stay hungry - a lesson in self reflection and self management (51:08) - Writing as a process and early submissions to Dead Reckoning Collective (01:02:20) - Lessons from first submission to publishing a book (01:07:29) - Life after service; working and influencing at risk youth The Scuttlebutt Podcast - The podcast for service members and veterans building a life outside the military. The Scuttlebutt Podcast features discussions on lifestyle, careers, business, and resources for service members. Show host, Brock Briggs, talks with a special guest from the community committed to helping military members build a successful life, inside and outside the service. Get a weekly episode breakdown, a sneak peek of the next episode and other resources in your inbox for free at https://scuttlebutt.substack.com/. Follow along: • Brock: @BrockHBriggs • Instagram: Scuttlebutt_Podcast • Send me an email: scuttlebuttpod1@gmail.com • Episodes & transcripts: Scuttlebuttpodcast.co

Carey spoke with Amy Sexauer, a soldier, West Point grad, and the author of Poppies, published by Dead Reckoning Collective. They talked about being aggressive and sensitive and how integrating your whole self generates more options for yourself and the people you lead. You can follow Amy Instagram where you can also follow Veteran Made for daily updates.   https://www.amazon.com/Poppies-Amy-Sexauer/dp/1737668653  

Carey spoke with William Bolyard, a soldier and author of Sober Man's Thoughts published by Dead Reckoning Collective as well as owner and editor-in-chief of Dirtbag Magazine.   We hurt some feelings on this one.   You can follow William and Dirtbag on Instagram where you can also follow Veteran Made daily updates.

Matt Smythe is a staff writer for Free Range American. He hails from the Finger Lakes region of western New York. An Army veteran and lifelong outdoorsman, Matt suffers from an inability to sit still. If he's not in the woods, or on the water, he's scheming ways to get there. His work has appeared in https://www.grayssportingjournal.com/ (Gray's Sporting Journal), the https://www.theflyfishjournal.com/ (Fly Fish Journal), https://drakemag.com/ (The Drake), https://www.southerncultureonthefly.com/ (Southern Culture on the Fly,) Revive, https://midcurrent.com/stories-essays/ (Midcurrent), https://www.tu.org/about/media/trout-magazine/ (TROUT Magazine), and a handful of other non-outdoors-related magazines and literary journals. He has also recently published a book of poetry with Dead Reckoning Collective titled https://deadreckoningco.com/collections/books/products/book-revision-of-a-man-1 (Revision of a Man).

Carey spoke with Matt Smythe, an Army veteran and a writer for Free Range American as well as published author through Dead Reckoning Collective.   They talked about going wide and deep to find your path.   You can follow Matt on Instagram.   Follow @veteranmadepod on Instagram for daily updates.

Carey speaks with Mason Rodrigue, a Marine Corps machine gunner and poet and author of Rock Eater published by Dead Reckoning Collective. They talked about poetry as a means for conversation with yourself and not peaking in the military. You can follow Mason on Instagram at @deadgunnerpoetry. Follow @veteranmadepod on Instagram for daily updates.

In honor of Mother's Day, the focus of this episode is celebrating some of the military mothers who inspired Amy and the poems that make up her poetry collection, "Poppies." This interview is the second episode in a three part series, guest hosted by Amy Sexauer. Amy is the first woman to be added to the Dead Reckoning Collective roster and she came out swinging. In this interview series, she will discuss some of the elements surrounding Poppies inspired by the women she interviews. They are fellow Cultural Support Team (CST) veterans with whom she served in Afghanistan and they even inspired some of the poems from the collection. ----- Join other veteran parents in the upcoming July course offering, "Writing About Parenthood," a three hour introductory workshop that includes generative prompts, short readings, and optional opportunities to share work and receive encouraging feedback.

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Havok Journal writer https://www.instagram.com/nevillejohnson01/ (Neville Johnson) has lived a life of high adventure. And he has the scars to prove it. Always an articulate, humble, insightful and soulful interview, we start at his childhood in South Africa as the son of a police officer and follow him into the British Army, deployments to Northern Ireland, Iraq and Afghanistan and then into the realm of private military contracting in Iraq. I've always been fascinated with the Border Wars and the second- and third-order effects of the end of apartheid and Nev provides a fascinating window into day-to-day life in South Africa before, during and after the vast political changes. But Nev also has an eye for the intimate details, the quiet moments, the key decision points that kept him in the profession of arms for so long. It was a real pleasure to speak with Nev about subjects that so few can speak knowledgeably about. https://havokjournal.com/culture/philosophy-poetry/https-havokjournal-com-culture-philosophy-poetry-37134/ (Life) by Neville Johnson in Havok Journal https://havokjournal.com/culture/philosophy-poetry/sunset/ (Sunset) by Neville Johnson in Havok Journal https://havokjournal.com/culture/philosophy-poetry/https-havokjournal-com-culture-philosophy-poetry-37144/ (Home Coming) by Neville Johnson in Havok Journal https://havokjournal.com/culture/philosophy-poetry/memories-of-war/ (Memories of War) by Neville Johnson in Havok Journal https://havokjournal.com/culture/philosophy-poetry/stranger-to-myself/ (Stranger to Myself) by Neville Johnson in Havok Journal https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B085RQRKPY/ref=dbs_a_def_rwt_bibl_vppi_i1 (Sweeping Leaves in the Wind), https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09NTLRPPD (Good Soldiers Don't Cry), and https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B08RH34WDN/ref=dbs_a_def_rwt_bibl_vppi_i2 (Alone in a Crowded Room) by the Veterans Collective, featuring selections from Neville Johnson. https://www.amazon.com/War-After-Anthology-Poet-Warriors/dp/1733809929/ref=sr_1_2?crid=5CYGI3KMDCEP&keywords=War...%26+After+The+Anthology+of+Poet+Warriors&qid=1642450907&sprefix=war...%26+after+the+anthology+of+poet+warriors+%2Caps%2C40&sr=8-2 (War...& After The Anthology of Poet Warriors Collection 2) by Dead Reckoning Collective, featuring selections from Neville Johnson.

Keith Dow is a proud father and a born New Englander, who has been writing ever since he could hold a pen. He spent 5 years on active duty in the US Army before being honorably discharged in 2013. He is currently completing his MSW and engages in a variety of advocacy and educational efforts to help veterans. Tyler Carroll was born into a military family and reluctantly enlisted after a failed attempt at college. After being a Medic for US Army, he has since obtained a Bachelor's in Business and is working on an MFA in Creative Writing. Between writing and running a business, Tyler is a husband, father, and firefighter in a suburb of Dallas, Texas. @deadreckoningcollective www.deadreckoningco.com Watch on YouTube: https://bit.ly/3opNURn - - - - - - - - - - - - SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS Good F*cking Design Advice - 10% off with code UNITY - www.gfda.co Combat Flip Flops - 25% off with code UNITY - https://combatflipflops.com Brass & Unity - 20% off with code UNITY - http://brassandunity.com Daisy May Hats Co - 15% off with code BRASS - https://daisymayhats.com Lords Of Gastown - 15% off with code VIPUNITY - https://www.lordsofgastown.com - - - - - - - - - - - - - SHOP B&U Jewelry & Eyewear: https://brassandunity.com - - - - - - - - - - - - - Follow #brassandunity - - - - - - - - - - - - - CHARITY Honour House - https://www.honourhouse.ca Vet Solutions - https://vetsolutions.org Heroic Hearts - https://www.heroicheartsproject.org Warrior Angels Foundation - https://warriorangelsfoundation.org All Secure Foundation - http://allsecurefoundation.org Four Seasons Fighters - https://www.fourseasonfighters.org

This interview is the first part of a three part series, guest hosted by Amy Sexauer, author of "Poppies." Amy is the first woman to be added to the Dead Reckoning Collective roster and she came out swinging. In this interview series, she will discuss some of the elements surrounding Poppies inspired by the women she interviews. They are fellow Cultural Support Team (CST) veterans with whom she served in Afghanistan and they even inspired some of the poems from the collection.

Tyler Carroll is an Army Medic veteran, Texan firefighter and co-founder of Dead Reckoning Collective, Tyler Carroll. We discuss growing up in Austin, his journey into the military, the military industrial complex, firefighter fitness, the power of written word and so much more.

“If you overstack your plate, you're not serving anyone because then you just suck at everything. It was the case for me. You're going to be half-assed at everything.”  - Keith Dow 6ers, this episode is about finding joy and fulfillment in continuing to be of service as a civilian. Navigating service to others as a career is not as easy as it seems but for veterans who feel a deep sense and urge to be of service to others outside the military organization, the feeling of gratification is all they need.  This week, Tony Nash is joined by https://deadreckoningco.com/pages/about (Keith Dow.)  A US Army veteran who is the founder of https://deadreckoningco.com/ (Dead Reckoning Collective,)  a publishing company for veteran writers who use words as their medium to share the often untold stories and experiences in the military. Keith has a Masters Degree in Social Work, has served in the https://www.va.gov/ (Department of Veteran Affairs) and currently works for https://hunterseven.org/about-us/our-team/ (Hunter Seven Foundation,) a non-profit organization advocating for the veteran healthcare delivery system and facilitating proper care especially from toxin exposure.  You're going to learn about how being a civil servant is more than just a career- its a purpose. It's about wanting to make a difference by serving the public interest and working tirelessly for the community.  In the end, you will understand how civil service as a career means allowing yourself to be served by others and learning to avoid over commitment so you can offer your best self. ----- 00:40 - Introduction 02:05 - Finding a sense of service to the community after military active duty  03:54 - Poetry as a way to hold off vulnerability  04:37 - Keith talks about HunterSeven Foundation  05:57 - Allowing yourself to be served by others  07:04 - What influenced Keith to choose the advocacy of service to others 09:39 - Behavioral changes and habits that change Keith's life during transition  12:15 - The driving force behind choosing service as a career  14:03 - Learning about managing time and avoiding over commitment  16:53 - Surrounding yourself with creative people ----- Here is how to connect with Keith:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/keith-dow-b1ba00141/ (LinkedIn)  https://deadreckoningco.com/ (Dead Reckoning Collective - Website)  https://twitter.com/drcpublishing (Dead Reckoning Collective - Twitter)  ----- Connect with Got Your Six podcast: https://www.thetonynash.com/podcast (Website) https://www.instagram.com/gotyour6pod/ (Instagram) https://discord.gg/KPPzmevp (Discord) https://www.linkedin.com/company/gotyour6pod/ (LinkedIn) https://twitter.com/gotyour6pod (Twitter) https://www.tiktok.com/@gotyour6pod? (TikTok) ----- Connect with Tony: https://www.thetonynash.com/ (Website) https://www.linkedin.com/in/the-tony-nash/ (LinkedIn) https://www.instagram.com/thetonynash/ (Instagram) https://twitter.com/theTonyNash (Twitter)

Savage Wonder, episode 20 with https://www.instagram.com/keithwalterdow/ (Keith Walter Dow). Probably no segment of western society over the past 10 years has seen a bigger spike in creative writing as the veteran community. So it makes sense that an entity like https://deadreckoningco.com/ (Dead Reckoning Collective) exists to capture and publicize so much of that writing. But that spike is also a byproduct of folks like DRC bringing so much literary education to the veteran community - through workshops, writing prompts, peer groups, etc. I had a great time sitting down with founder and editor Keith Walter Dow to learn about the evolution of DRC and how the rubber meets the road in the veteran writing community.

“If you overstack your plate, you're not serving anyone because then you just suck at everything. It was the case for me. You're going to be half-assed at everything.”  - Keith Dow 6ers, this episode is about finding joy and fulfillment in continuing to be of service as a civilian. Navigating service to others as a career is not as easy as it seems but for veterans who feel a deep sense and urge to be of service to others outside the military organization, the feeling of gratification is all they need.  This week, Tony Nash is joined by https://deadreckoningco.com/pages/about (Keith Dow.)  A US Army veteran who is the founder of https://deadreckoningco.com/ (Dead Reckoning Collective,)  a publishing company for veteran writers who use words as their medium to share the often untold stories and experiences in the military. Keith has a Masters Degree in Social Work, has served in the https://www.va.gov/ (Department of Veteran Affairs) and currently works for https://hunterseven.org/about-us/our-team/ (Hunter Seven Foundation,) a non-profit organization advocating for the veteran healthcare delivery system and facilitating proper care especially from toxin exposure.  You're going to learn about how being a civil servant is more than just a career- its a purpose. It's about wanting to make a difference by serving the public interest and working tirelessly for the community.  In the end, you will understand how civil service as a career means allowing yourself to be served by others and learning to avoid over commitment so you can offer your best self. ----- 00:40 - Introduction 02:05 - Finding a sense of service to the community after military active duty  03:54 - Poetry as a way to hold off vulnerability  04:37 - Keith talks about HunterSeven Foundation  05:57 - Allowing yourself to be served by others  07:04 - What influenced Keith to choose the advocacy of service to others 09:39 - Behavioral changes and habits that change Keith's life during transition  12:15 - The driving force behind choosing service as a career  14:03 - Learning about managing time and avoiding over commitment  16:53 - Surrounding yourself with creative people ----- Here is how to connect with Keith:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/keith-dow-b1ba00141/ (LinkedIn)  https://deadreckoningco.com/ (Dead Reckoning Collective - Website)  https://twitter.com/drcpublishing (Dead Reckoning Collective - Twitter)  ----- Connect with Got Your Six podcast: https://www.thetonynash.com/podcast (Website) https://www.instagram.com/gotyour6pod/ (Instagram) https://discord.gg/KPPzmevp (Discord) https://www.linkedin.com/company/gotyour6pod/ (LinkedIn) https://twitter.com/gotyour6pod (Twitter) https://www.tiktok.com/@gotyour6pod? (TikTok) ----- Connect with Tony: https://www.thetonynash.com/ (Website) https://www.linkedin.com/in/the-tony-nash/ (LinkedIn) https://www.instagram.com/thetonynash/ (Instagram) https://twitter.com/theTonyNash (Twitter)

From his bodybuilding ambitions in South Africa to writing poetry in his native Afrikaans while deployed to Helmand Province, Neville Johnson has lived enough to fuel his writing for as long as he wants. Still so early in his writing career, he has attracted a lot of attention in veteran poet community for his moving descriptions and honest memories. Our first Five Eyes veteran on the podcast, Neville opened up about everything from his father on the South African police force to when he knew it was time to quit the military...and what it took for him to return to Iraq as a contractor. It's one hell of a life, made richer by the words of a talented - and still developing - writer. Show Notes Follow Neville Johnson here. Sweeping Leaves in the Wind, Good Soldiers Don't Cry, and Alone in a Crowded Room by the Veterans Collective, featuring selections from Neville Johnson. War...& After The Anthology of Poet Warriors Collection 2 by Dead Reckoning Collective, featuring selections from Neville Johnson.

Keith Dow is a Military Police veteran and co-founder of Dead Reckoning Collective. We discuss his journey into the military, the mental scars of war, transitioning out, military authors, creating a publishing company and much more.

Keith Walter Dow is a poet from New England where he is studying to receive his Master of Social Work. His newest book, Karmic Purgatory is available everywhere now and his other work has been published in Fact & Memory, In Love &...War: The Anthology of Poet Warriors, Coffee or Die Magazine, and OAF Nation. He is the co-founder of Dead Reckoning Collective, a publishing company exclusively working with military veterans to share their stories in all written genres. He is a devoted father and a partner to the essayist, Jessica Danger.

Episode 3 of the Late Night History podcast, my co-host Alex West (@alexwest_coast) and I (@latenighthistory) welcome on our guest Luke Ryan (@lesgingerables). Luke is perhaps one of the coolest dudes that I work with. He is a former Army Ranger, an author, a poet, and a social media manager for Black Rifle Coffee. We discuss his childhood growing up in Pakistan and Thailand and how he achieved his first byline in a newspaper by the age of 12. We also cover the history of Army Rangers from the real old school days to how Ranger Battalion has evolved during the Global War on Terrorism (GWOT) — with a number of rabbit holes in-between. Towards the end of the show, we geek out on war and literature, World War I poetry, and Luke shares the latest news on his upcoming book with publisher Dead Reckoning Collective.

Last week's conversation continues.  Special Guest Tyler Carroll from Dead Reckoning Collective joins us once again for part 2 of this untraditional, yet unique collaboration for our podcast.  Previously, we discussed our lives as firefighters and how writing, hunting and the outdoors directly relate to, impact, and influence us outside of being first responders and military.  This week, we pick up where we left off, and talk more specifically about the fire life itself, and how we manage our schedules around our job, our side businesses, hunting and writing, and of course our families.  Whether you're a hunter, a writer, a first responder, or a military service member, we invite you to join us for another awesome and unique conversation.  If you haven't listened to part 1 of our collaboration (Episode 49), we encourage you to go back and do so as well. 

In this episode Schep is joined by Dead Reckoning Collective co creator/writer/firefighter/army veteran. Tyler Carroll to discuss a myriad of topics, ranging from relationships between the veteran community and civilians to discussing poetry and the stigma surrounding it in “manly men,” communities. This episode focuses a lot on writing and the direction that Tyler and Schep think it's headed and where it is today. Wanna Skip around? The guys start the conversation off by talking about their influences, or in Tylers case the lack thereof, when he was growing up in Texas. It wasn't until he found people like Leo Jenkins that he started to get influences in his own writing. @ 14:00 Tyler starts to talk about how most people have this notion that manly men don't write poetry and he explains how that can't be further from the truth. Especially since he is a co writer in a collection of poetry called “Fact and Memory.” @ Tyler talks a little about Leo and Jenkins and David Rose, both writers affiliated with Dead Reckoning Collective. Tyler also talks about his favorite writer, Kurt Vonnegut, who appealed to Tyler because he was more into math and science as a kid. @ 30:00 Tyler and Schep talk about the Dead Reckoning podcast and how Dead Reckoning finds people, or rather how people find them that they feature or publish and how Keith Dow, co creator works with Tyler to get people involved. Around this point is also when they talk about the importance of a logo and the man behind their own awesome logo, Kevin Bakke. @50:00 Schep and Tyler talk about the relationship between the veteran community and civilians and how it is evolving. @ 56:00 The guys start to wrap up with where Dead Reckoning is headed and where they would like to see it headed. As well as Tylers future as a fireman and publisher. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pitchbypitch/message

We are briefly stepping away from our normal hunting & outdoor talk, and diving into a different part of our lives.  This week we are joined by fellow Firefighter and the Co-Founder of Dead Reckoning Collective, Tyler Carroll to discuss our passion for our job in the fire service, and how it directly impacts and influences our need and desire for things such as writing, hunting, and the outdoors.  Tyler shares some of his personal background as a veteran and a first responder, along with what he and his publishing company, Dead Reckoning Collective strive to do for today's veterans.  Tyler, Nick and Sam unpack a lot in this episode, as they talk about how important it is for everyone to have coping mechanisms and mental escapes, whatever they might be, in order to remain grounded.  This is an episode centered around our veterans and first responders, in an unusual, yet fascinating collaboration.  

Listen to the Dead Reckoning Collective's sit down with the godfathers of GWOT writing HERE. No one is reading these other than Mr. Vo... So this is just present for SEO purposes. Leo Jenkins has served his country, his community, and his family as a warrior medic, fitness guru, journalist, and author. godfathers Buy Leo's amazing work HERE. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/cappodcast/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/cappodcast/support

In this Veterans Day episode I sit down with the crew behind The Dead Reckoning Collective. They were instrumental in publishing the book In Love & War The Anthology of Poet Warriors. They have also put out a book of their own work called Fact and Memory. We get a chance to talk about how The Dead Reckoning Collective was formed and what there mission is. While in Texas they hosted their first event allowing veterans like myself to read some of our poetry to a live audience and enjoy a concert from a veteran musician and storyteller named Padre Paul Handelman. Check out their website or the description in the video for this episode on my YouTube page for links to the mentioned books. Dead Reckoning Collective @deadreckoningco https://deadreckoningco.com Don't forget to FOLLOW by hitting the FOLLOW button. follow me on YouTube/Instagram/Facebook: @danielthebarbarian 00:00-00:06 Dead Reckoning Collective 00:06-00:24 Writing and Publishing Books 00:24-00:33 Photos Do Not Bend Images of War Gallery Exhibit 00:33-00:53 Veteran Affairs/International Veteran Perspectives 00:53-1:30 Giving and Recieving Help/Art Therapy/Poetry/Oral History 1:30-1:43 WWI Veterans 1:43-1:55 Health Care 1:55-2:00 Therapy 2:00-2:20 Death and Dying 2:20-2:35 Education 2:35-2:50 Stoicism and Sharing Your Story 2:50-3:20 Poetry Readings