Podcasts about Gold Star

Hellllllo Scott! Welcome to a new episode! Today's guest and I get a sweet preview of his new book! He is the author of Surviving Son, where he shares his perspective on being a Gold Star brother during his deployment to Afghanistan. We talk about perseverance and mental health tips. Scott also enjoys podcasting and highlighting stories from veterans and the like. Check out his podcast at @DriveOnPodcast   https://driveonpodcast.com Surviving Son on Amazon https://www.amazon.com/Surviving-Son-Afghanistan-Nightmare-Becoming/dp/0578977443/ref=sr_1_2?keywords=afghanistan+veteran&qid=1630606878&s=books&sr=1-2  https://twitter.com/driveonpodcast  https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCkO9JA_H1z2A8zbvadyhglQ --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

This week, after a cool Gold Star and a not-so-cool Detention, Mr. Parker Ainsworth is joined by Dave Zirin of The Nation. Mr. Zirin sits down for a writer's workshop to look at his latest book, The Kaepernick Effect, Taking a Knee, Changing the World. The two look at the creation of the book, Kaepernick's impact on the youth, what makes activism, and more!You can find Dave Zirin's book at your nearest bookstore, or order it here: https://www.amazon.com/s?k=9781620976753&tag=thenewpress-20Please be sure to support the show! Download, rate, review, follow us on social media, and grab some MERCH! Store is here:https://www.bonfire.com/store/f-in-sports/This month, we're selling a special “Flunk Cancer” pink shirt! All proceeds from the Flunk Cancer campaign are going to The Breast Cancer Research Foundation (https://www.bcrf.org/). Find the shirt here: https://www.bonfire.com/flunk-cancer/?productType=bacf6cd6-b53d-469c-ab96-02afe5b15f71

Sara Wilkinson is the wife of Navy SEAL, Chad Wilkinson. After 21 years of service, Chad took his own life - the result of the compounding effects of blast wave injury, TBI, and PTSD. He left behind Sara and their two teenage children. Sara's story is one of triumph, heartbreak, resilience, and strength - the strength that Sara not only displayed as the spouse of a Navy SEAL who was deployed constantly, but also the strength she displays to this day, sharing her and Chad's story. We can't thank Sara enough for sharing it with us, on this latest edition of HAZARD GROUND. www.chad1000x.com Support the podcast by supporting our sponsors at www.hazardground.com/sponsors! Shop Amazon! As an Amazon Associate We Earn From Qualifying Purchases...You Know The Deal! (Paid Link) Help grow the show! Spread the word, tell a friend!! Subscribe, rate, and review on Apple Podcasts! Episode Intro Music: "Prelude" by "Silence & Light" (www.silenceandlightmusic.com)

Anna Parker-Naples is the British No.1 bestselling author of ‘Podcast with Impact and Get Visible', host of Top 1% Global podcast Entrepreneurs Get Visible & international award-winning Business Coach and Speaker. In this episode, she shares her journey and how adversity brought a change in her mindset and approach that put her on a path to award-winning entrepreneur Ultimately its always about how you see yourself and getting visible to others that makes the difference and this is a great opportunity to hear how Anna has achieved this successfully   KEY TAKEAWAYS Having a podcast is about reaching a global audience and making an impact Getting visible is about how you become well known for what you do and people understanding what you do You need to see and own your potential Recognise what you are thinking and how you can take action to look after yourself Often when we are in a place of blame and lack we want others to sort things out Take responsibility for yourself and you can move forward and make a difference You never know the opportunity someone else is connected to You can grow a personal brand quickly if you believe you are good enough You can own the journey to where you are and the more you share about yourself and the more people connect and understand you Notice what you are saying and make different choices if it isn't serving you Actively find people who are being positive about what they are doing and get around those people Be mindful of who you are sharing your hopes and dreams with when they are still fragile It's about your own thoughts and behaviours. See yourself differently, see your own potential and take action to change things   BEST MOMENTS ‘When you think I can rather than I can't then literally anything can happen' ‘It's getting on and committing to doing something' ‘As an entrepreneur when you lose the playfulness you can choose something different'   VALUABLERESOURCES  http://www.nataliearabella.com/ Confidence Mastery Podcast   7 Step Confidently Wealthy Program    Website: www.annaparkernaples.co.uk www.thepodcastmembership.com/join   Social media: www.facebook.com/AnnaParkerNaplesCoach www.instagram.com/annaparkernaples www.twitter.com/annaparkernaple www.linkedin.com/in/annaparkernaples   Entrepreneurs Get Visible Podcast: Apple iTunes:  http://bit.ly/GetVisiblePodcast Stitcher: http://bit.ly/StitcherGetVisible Spotify:http://bit.ly/SpotifyGetVisible   ABOUT THE GUEST Anna Parker-Naples is the bestselling author of ‘Podcast with Impact' and ‘Get Visible', Speaker, Coach, and audio expert. She helps leaders to get louder by amplifying their message through the power of podcasts. Her own show, ‘Entrepreneurs Get Visible' is amongst the top 1% of all podcasts globally. Anna has a background as a multi-award-winning audio producer and voice actor. She began working in the mindset and entrepreneurial space after going from disabled to fully recovered at the top of her field on the red carpets in Hollywood and wanted others to understand the potential of mindset and NLP to transform their levels of success.  She is CEO of ‘The Podcast Membership' and ‘The Podcast Agency' - a full consultancy and production service and uses her audio knowledge to help experts reach the masses with their message. She has helped almost 300 podcasts became chart-topping shows since Jan 2020, with a ripple effect that touches millions.     CONTACT METHOD www.AnnaParkerNaples.com & www.ThePodcastAgency.com   ABOUTTHE HOST Natalie is the Confident Entrepreneur, helping others be confident and successful in health, wealth & happiness with kick-ass coaching at Gold Star Life. She's a Property Developer, has a Serviced Accommodation business which she runs alongside her business partner and Mum, Paula Bailey and they want to help combat loneliness with the Better Together message – helping others to come together to increase their confidence, network, and life.   Natalie lives in Mallorca and travels back to the UK regularly to speak at events, host her Gold Star Elite Mastermind and visit property projects. With a background in Personal Training, health and fitness are high on the agenda, with wealth creation and happiness going hand in hand to create a confident and successful life.   CONTACTMETHOD http://www.nataliearabella.com/ www.Goldstar.life Facebook https://www.facebook.com/NatalieArabellaBaileyGoldStar/                             See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sebastian discusses John Durham's investigation with John Solomon, talks about the Afghanistan disaster with Rep. Madison Cawthorn and Gold Star father Darin Hoover, then talks vaccine mandates with Senator Ron Johnson Support the show: https://www.sebgorka.com/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Red Sox Review- Despite getting just 2 1/3 combined innings from their starters in games one and two, the Red Sox are heading back to Boston with the ALDS series split at one apiece.  The Red Sox offense was scorching hot in their 14-6 victory, with impressive nights from J.D. Martinez, Kike Hernandez, and Alex Verdugo. Tanner Houck may have been the saving grace for the Red Sox as he relieved Chris Sale, who only lasted one inning, allowing 5 earned runs. Houck threw 5 innings for the Sox, allowing just 2 hits, 1 earned run and striking out 5. Hear from the manager Alex Cora post-game... does the skipper have his swagger back?  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's never too late to get started. One example is this week's guest for "Run The Race," which you should subscribe to now. Pam Howe is an an accountant, run specialty store co-owner, and running coach who did not start running until age 50. And 8 years later, she's about to run her 15th marathon. I met her at the finish line of the 3rd annual GA Run for the Fallen at the National Infantry Museum next to Fort Benning. After taking you inside that event, which is a team effort to run 164 miles in 2 1/2 days, (5:37) we open up the chat with Pam about that event, paying tribute to the nearly 800 military men and women from Georgia who have died in service since October 2000, honoring Gold Star families each mile of the run. She's also the mom of a Marine and the deputy chapter captain of Team RWB in the Savannah area where she lives. (12:27) She talks about how and why she started running at age 50, with a rocky start that led to walking then gradually more. After trying her first ever 5K. she ran a marathon 8 months later, crying at that finish line, and not long after, qualifying for the Boston Marathon. (19:38) Her goals now include traveling more for races, including finishing off the 7 world majors. (22:41) This certified running coach also has advice and encouragement for people, starting with running form. (26:12) Pam is the CFO of Howe2Run store, giving out tips to customers and clients about injuries, strength exercises, especially when people have issues with their glutes and calves. (31:58) One of the biggest challenges people create themselves is they run too fast or too far, especially early on in their running. Pam also says you need to run most of the time EASY, which is conversational pace. Also important is pushing through the hard times on runs with positive self-talk. It's a choice to be happy! Nutrition is a big deal too. (39:05) She talks about what she does, in terms of protein, carbohydrates, and fueling runs with fat instead of sugar. This nearly 58-year-old wants to motivate you to eat and run better. And she's excited, nervous about running the Chicago Marathon, a few days from now. (49:34) We close out with me rapping/singing, appropriately, some of "The Distance" by Cake for our Stuck in My Head segment, followed by a "Parting Gift" quote for inspiration and my closing prayer. Thanks for listening! And tell your friends about the #RunTheRace podcast. Also, write a quick review about it. For more info, go to www.wtvm.com/podcast/.

“Everyone wants someone to care about them right? And that is what we are trying to do.” Sara Wilkinson is back with Jason and Emily for Episode 052 to focus on her work raising awareness of the struggles which lead to veteran suicide and the CHAD 1000x workout and events. In Episode 047, Sara told her and Chad's story of love and life and the events leading up to his death by suicide on October 29, 2018 after 21 years of service as a Navy SEAL including numerous deployments and TBIs, blast wave injuries and PTSD. This conversation is about warning signs, reaching out, hard conversations and maybe the start of cultural change to lower the number of veteran suicides. Sara's message is personal and her vulnerability has inspired many to reach out to her with their own stories of struggle since the first CHAD 1000x event in 2020 in Virginia Beach, and even more after recently appearing with Jason on Episode 296 of the Jocko Podcast. To say that she has saved lives with her message is an understatement. This year's Veterans Day CHAD 1000x workout and events aim to build even more community around supporting active service and veterans who struggle -- normalizing the conversations and care for each other. The workout is deceptively simple, not technical, the hardest part is to just “take one more step.”    Links: Glorious Professionals Episode 047 with Sara Jocko Podcast Episode 296 with Sara and Jason Sara's “Stand Down Warfighter” piece CHAD 1000x and 4-week Training Program Learn more about GORUCK  Glorious Professionals podcast website

In this episode of The Interview, Hugh speaks with Gold Star widow Michelle Black, author of the new book titled "Sacrifice: : A Gold Star Widow's Fight for the Truth." See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Toni and Craig Gross are remarkable people and hearing about their losing their son Frank in Afghanistan brought tears to my eyes, However, how they have handled one of the greatest losses a parent can have is a story so heartwarming that it has to be told. Tune in to hear how they have committed their lives to help vets much like their son, who did return home but needed help on their return. 

With Natalie's' birthday in the coming days, she reflects on the importance of being happy and putting yourself first. In a world where your life can be just a series of events if you don't do things that make you happy and bring you joy, Natalie has some great advice on how to stop being stuck in the hamster wheel of life and start being happy doing things you are passionate about - It's time to get really happy   KEY TAKEAWAYS Birthdays are really important things to celebrate, without them you wouldn't be here Life is for living not just existing. You need to do things that set your soul on fire and bring you joy If you have a passion for the things you do you will find more happiness You need to put yourself first because it allows you to be a better person to others Explore what it is you really enjoy and do the things you really enjoy with the people who make you happy You need to give yourself permission to put yourself first If you want to make the most of life find out what makes you really happy Immerse yourself in what makes you happy Without things that make you happy life is just a series of mundane events   BEST MOMENTS ‘Make sure you mark the day you were born' ‘Take some time out to do something for yourself'   VALUABLERESOURCES  http://www.nataliearabella.com/ Confidence Mastery Podcast   7 Step Confidently Wealthy Program    ABOUTTHE HOST Natalie is the Confident Entrepreneur, helping others be confident and successful in health, wealth & happiness with kick-ass coaching at Gold Star Life. She's a Property Developer, has a Serviced Accommodation business which she runs alongside her business partner and Mum, Paula Bailey and they want to help combat loneliness with the Better Together message – helping others to come together to increase their confidence, network, and life.   Natalie lives in Mallorca and travels back to the UK regularly to speak at events, host her Gold Star Elite Mastermind and visit property projects. With a background in Personal Training, health and fitness are high on the agenda, with wealth creation and happiness going hand in hand to create a confident and successful life.   CONTACTMETHOD http://www.nataliearabella.com/ www.Goldstar.life Facebook https://www.facebook.com/NatalieArabellaBaileyGoldStar/                                                           See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Are you ready for season 3?! I am so excited to share with you a few tweaks to the platform, as well as announce the themes of Season 3! Major changes: 1. We are on Youtube! Click here to subscribe or see guests chat on video! 2. We are now sending emails where you can ask future guests questions! Click here to get on the list!3. We are offering inspirational and motivational stories and people this season! We're talking with CEOs, Founders, Gold Star, and so many different MEOs of various backgrounds! What are you most excited about? Connect with Britt: www.bossladybio.com/new-altitudes InstagramWebsiteGet your first month of Boss Lady Bio for FREE: www.bossladybio.com (use code MEO)

Mike Hayes was Navy SEAL for 20 years, with tours in Iraq and Afghanistan. He then became a White House fellow in Bush and Obama administrations as Director of Defense Policy and Strategies, followed by a career in the private sector. In his book "Never Enough: A Navy SEAL Commander on Living a Life of Excellence, Agility, and Meaning" he describes the lessons learned during his career about the importance of meaning and impact. Profits from the book go to a 501c3 charity that pays off the mortgages of Gold Star families. Some takeaways from today's conversation: Doing the hard thing in corporate America. Owning our opinions and being honest with each other. Dynamic subordination- maintaining the agility to be where we need to be under the circumstances. Three phases of a career: 1-getting good at something. 2-having to show the world how good you are. 3-knowing you no longer need to show how good you are. Leaders gain authority by giving it away. Learning HOW to think, not WHAT to think. 1-Data, 2-logic, and then 3- forming an opinion.   Bill Hart is a coach in the mortgage industry, and  the author of the book "White Collar Warrior: Lessons for Sales Professionals from America's Military Elite". Podcast produced by Studio C Creative Sound in San Diego CA  

Hour 3 -  Nick Reed is live on location at Scramblers Diner for the Friday Road Show. Here's what he covers: Dr. Anthony Fauci faced a tough grilling over whether or not he should step aside as his critics view him as a deterrent in the Biden administration's ongoing effort to vaccinate Americans. A senior al Qaeda leader has been killed in a drone strike in Syria, U.S. defense officials confirmed to Fox News Thursday. Politico co-congressional bureau chief Heather Caygle is facing intense backlash for scolding the Gold Star family of one of the U.S. service members killed in the Kabul terrorist attack last month for not wearing masks during a tour in the Capitol Building. The lovely Emily Johnson joins us this morning: Even if you're selling your home, don't forget to mow the lawn! Emily has a ton of meetings with listeners! Picking a title company. Emily is looking for a 4 bed/2 bath with 1 acre with room to build a shop in Republic. And if you're wanting to buy or sell, give Emily a phone call today. You can reach her on her Facebook page. Ryan with A-1 Custom Car Care joins us for our car tip of the week: It's that time of year again when it's dark when you leave for work and dark when you head home. How to stay awake while driving. Make sure to keep your brain busy.

Gold Star Mother's and Family Day falls on September 26 this year and is traditionally observed on the last Sunday in September. The day is for honoring families of those who have received The Gold Star – the military award no one wants. The award commemorates the tragic death of a military member who has perished while in the line of duty and hopes to provide a level of comfort to the parents and families that are left behind. Since World War 1, a “Gold Star Family” has signified a family that has lost one of its members in combat. The family can display a Gold Star Service Flag for any military family members who have died from any honorable cause – each gold star on the flag signifies a death. Though today only around 1% of the country is involved in military service, as compared to the 12% during other times of war, like World War 2, there are still a significant number of surviving Gold Star families – not to mention, a Gold Star lives on in a family's legacy. HISTORY OF GOLD STAR MOTHER'S AND FAMILY DAY Though the exact roots of the tradition aren't totally known, it was during World War 1 that the gold star came to symbolize that a family member had fallen in battle. Around that time, the term “Gold Star Family” came to mean that you were a surviving family of a person who died in service and families hung banners with a gold star outside their homes. The tradition has since been authorized and seeks to ease the grief of mothers and families while reminding that no one truly serves alone. Gradually, there came to be many ways for grieving family members to honor their loved ones with symbols worn or places outside the home. In 1918, President Wilson allowed grieving military mothers to wear a traditional black armband featuring a gold star. Soon after, it was approved for families to cover the blue star on the service flag outside of their home with a gold one. As of 1947, Gold Star family members can also display the Gold Star Lapel. The American Gold Star Mothers Inc. first got its start in 1917, when Grace Siebold's son was killed during World War 1. Wanting to create a support system for grieving mothers in similar circumstances, Grace gathered what would become the American Gold Star Mothers to grieve together and tend to hospitalized veterans in local hospitals. The organization was formalized as a non-profit in 1928, with a mission of remembrance, education, and patriotism. Still today, they support Gold Star mothers in their grief, hold an annual conference, and organize events with supporting groups. Though Gold Star Mother's and Family Day isn't observed as a National, federal holiday like Memorial Day, it was declared by Congress in 1936 to be the last Sunday in September – though, at the time, it was only known as “Gold Star Mother's Day.” It was in 2011 that President Obama amended the declaration, declaring the day to include families as well as mothers. Today, the holiday includes any immediate family member and authorizes that person to display the Gold Star Service Flag. Today, America is not embroiled in any kind of conflict like World War 1 or 2, and far fewer individuals consider Gold Star heroes and their families – oftentimes, people may think that they don't know anyone in a Gold Star Family. However, there are many more Gold Star families from previous wars than you may think, and since over 1.3 million people are involved in the military today, it's possible you know a family that still grieves a recent fallen soldier. Understanding the sacrifice and acknowledging the holiday are the best ways to support the families and honor the soldiers. GOLD STAR MOTHER'S AND FAMILY DAY TIMELINE 1918 Armbands Authorized President Wilson authorized mothers who had lost a child in the war to wear a traditional black mourning armband featuring a gold star. 1929 American Gold Star Mothers Started in Washington, DC, The American Gold Star Mothers Inc. quickly spread across the country. In 1929, the organization obtained a federal charter to support mothers who were often separated from their ailing or dead children. June 23, 1936 Gold Star Mother's Day Recognized Since this date, Gold Star Mother's Day has always fallen on the last Sunday of September. 1947 Gold Star Lapel The Gold Star Service Lapel, in addition to the Gold Star Service Flag, is authorized to be displayed by surviving family members.September 23, 2011. Obama Proclamation President Obama amended “Gold Star Mother's Day” to include families as “Gold Star Mother's and Family Day” on September 23, 2011.

Natalie reflects on the first incredible Goldstar retreat, the great experiences and lessons learnt She looks at the core message of Goldstar ‘better together' and why it connects and brings confidence to people. No one wants to be lonely and thinking about what you are doing and building a life that brings you joy is the key to leaving a legacy and living a life that is fulfilled and leaves a positive impact on other people   KEY TAKEAWAYS It was a life-changing event and was a holistic approach to life The better together approach was evident in all the activities and in the way people connected with each other People connected and motivated each other throughout the week You need to move away from your day to day business to work on your business not just in your business You need to take the time out to review what's gone well and look forward to what you want to achieve next It's about appreciating where you are now and also looking forward The event has been ten years in the making, I embedded myself with the right people, extensively networked  and invested in myself You need to be passionate about what you are doing if you want it to succeed Tell the world with pride who you are If you really want something to happen  you can achieve it if you really want to When you have an open mindset and learn to say ‘yes' you see more opportunities When you really want something you can make it happen   BEST MOMENTS ‘I'm super excited about the future and taking things to the next level' ‘I firmly believe in having one foot in the present and one foot in the future' ‘Once you find something you are passionate about you can change your life'   VALUABLERESOURCES  http://www.nataliearabella.com/ Confidence Mastery Podcast   7 Step Confidently Wealthy Program    ABOUTTHE HOST Natalie is the Confident Entrepreneur, helping others be confident and successful in health, wealth & happiness with kick-ass coaching at Gold Star Life. She's a Property Developer, has a Serviced Accommodation business which she runs alongside her business partner and Mum, Paula Bailey and they want to help combat loneliness with the Better Together message – helping others to come together to increase their confidence, network, and life.   Natalie lives in Mallorca and travels back to the UK regularly to speak at events, host her Gold Star Elite Mastermind and visit property projects. With a background in Personal Training, health and fitness are high on the agenda, with wealth creation and happiness going hand in hand to create a confident and successful life.   CONTACTMETHOD http://www.nataliearabella.com/ www.Goldstar.life Facebook https://www.facebook.com/NatalieArabellaBaileyGoldStar/                                                       See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Note: If you are experiencing thoughts of suicide or are concerned for someone who may be in crisis, please contact the Veterans Crisis Line at 1-800-273-8255 and Press 1 at the prompt. September is Suicide Prevention Awareness Month. Leslie McCaddon joins us to share her story as a Gold Star wife, how suicide can be a symptom of an untreated mental illness, how we can strengthen military families as a whole, and much more. Leslie McCaddon is the widow of Army CPT Michael McCaddon, MD. She is a mental health advocate for military and Gold Star families and writes at Scary Mommy, Her View From Home, and other major publications. She lives in Southern California with a husband, 4 teenagers, and 3 dogs. If she's not at home, she's probably at Disneyland. Resources Mentioned On the Show Dispelling Suicide Myths by Cohen Veterans Network https://www.cohenveteransnetwork.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/CVN-Suicide-Prevention-Infographic-SHORT.png (https://www.cohenveteransnetwork.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/CVN-Suicide-Prevention-Infographic-SHORT.png) America's Mental Health Suicide Prevention Pulse Survey https://www.cohenveteransnetwork.org/amhpulse/ (https://www.cohenveteransnetwork.org/amhpulse/) Suicide Prevention Month: YOU Matter Article by Leslie McCaddon https://homelandmagazine.com/suicide-prevention-month-you-matter/ (https://homelandmagazine.com/suicide-prevention-month-you-matter/) Suicide Prevention Awareness Month by Jenny Lynne Stroup https://homelandmagazine.com/suicide-prevention-awareness-month/ (https://homelandmagazine.com/suicide-prevention-awareness-month/) I struggled with thoughts of suicide. Vulnerability and connection kept me alive Article by Matthew Stroup https://taskandpurpose.com/opinion/suicide-vulnerability-connection-navy-oped/ (https://taskandpurpose.com/opinion/suicide-vulnerability-connection-navy-oped/) Leslie McCaddon as TIME contributor: https://nation.time.com/contributor/leslie-mccaddon/ (https://nation.time.com/contributor/leslie-mccaddon/) The Happiest Mom Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/19Z0vEjZkklCMlw45FErsv (https://open.spotify.com/show/19Z0vEjZkklCMlw45FErsv) The Happiest Moms Hangout Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/thehappiestmomshangout (https://www.facebook.com/groups/thehappiestmomshangout) Coaching with Leslie: https://www.thehappiestmomcoach.com (https://www.thehappiestmomcoach.com) The Steven A. Cohen Military Family Clinic at VVSD: https://vvsd.net/cohenclinicsandiego/ (https://vvsd.net/cohenclinicsandiego/) Cohen Veteran Network: https://www.cohenveteransnetwork.org/ (https://www.cohenveteransnetwork.org/) For the latest updates on our show: https://mailchi.mp/a3b25a1f4964/holdingdownthefort (https://mailchi.mp/a3b25a1f4964/holdingdownthefort) -- Guest Applications are now open! Apply to be on our show at https://forms.gle/YdoNX9aR8RTEKpnCA (https://forms.gle/YdoNX9aR8RTEKpnCA) Stay updated! Subscribe to our newsletter http://eepurl.com/gTTOdT (http://eepurl.com/gTTOdT) Visit our website https://www.holdingdownthefortpodcast.com/ (https://www.holdingdownthefortpodcast.com/) Connect with our co-hosts Jen Amos jen@holdingdownthefortpodcast.com and Jenny Lynne Stroup https://jennylynnestroup.com/ (https://jennylynnestroup.com/) or jennylynnestroup379@gmail.com Sponsored by US VetWealth: Get FREE access to the Military Spouse's ToolKit for Agile and Purposeful Employment https://usvetwealth.com/military-spouses-toolkit-for-agile-and-purposeful-employment/ (https://usvetwealth.com/military-spouses-toolkit-for-agile-and-purposeful-employment/) November 2020, Jen Amos and Holding Down the Fort Podcast was awarded https://therosienetwork.org/2020-entrepreneur-awards (“Media Professional of the Year”) at The Rosie Network Entrepreneur Awards! We've also been featured in multiple media outlets including Legacy Magazine, https://digital.usveteransmagazine.com/US-Veterans-Magazine-Spring-2021/46 (U.S. Veterans Magazine),... Support this podcast

Today we hear the Combat Story of Mike Hayes, a retired Navy SEAL Team and Special Operations Task Force Commander who fought in Iraq, Afghanistan, Kosovo, and Bosnia over a 20 year career. His time in uniform brought to key points in U.S. military and diplomatic history, including intersections with Operation Red Wings, the Mersk Somali pirate kidnapping, and an international treaty negotiation with Russia. While in the Navy, Mike was one of the very few selected as a White House fellow, where he served under both Republican and Democrat administrations and as the Director for Defense Policy and Strategy at the National Security Council. Since leaving the military, Mike has gone on to senior roles at Bridgewater Associates, Cognizant, and VM Ware. He's written a fantastic book, Never Enough, that we'll discuss during this interview and for which all proceeds go to Gold Star families. Mike is a model leader and giver and I hope you enjoy his Combat Story as much as I did. Find Mike Online Instagram @thisis.mikehayes https://www.instagram.com/thisis.mikehayes/ Twitter @thisismikehayes https://twitter.com/thisismikehayes LinkedIN Mike Hayes https://www.linkedin.com/in/mike-hayes-733688/ Book Never Enough https://tinyurl.com/ybv89rdh Find Ryan Online Instagram @combat_stories https://www.instagram.com/combat_stories/ More about Ryan www.combatstory.com/aboutus Intro Song: Sport Rock from Audio Jungle Show Notes 0:00 - Intro 1:10 - Bio on Mike Hayes 2:10 - Interview begins 2:53 - Gold Star Families 4:35 - Guam and Science Fairs 9:00 - Others Before Self 16:22 - Telling a General ‘No' 22:50 - What to do when you're kidnapped 33:58 - Operation Red Wings 38:02 - When to pull the trigger and when to hold 46:55 - Holding people accountable 55:08 - The White House Fellow Program 1:00:20 - Working at Bridgewater Associates for Ray Dalio 1:07:50 - Building egalitarian teams in business 1:15:00 - What did you carry with you into combat? 1:16:45 - Would you do it all again? 1:20:10 - Comments from listeners (THANK YOU!)

Episode 5 is here and boy howdy Cory has to learn how to speak up and into the microphone, we're trying to house train him, don't worry. That being said there may be some weird issues with volume and audio quality, sorry, after the amazing episode 4 we have to keep your expectations in check. Luckily the next episodes will involve new microphones and Cory tied to his chair so he cannot move away. Thanks for listening! Follow the pod on Instagram @dumb_trivia and send some questions our way at dumbtrivia@gmail.com, make sure you place in the subject who you would like to read the question! Follow Andres on Instagram @theresnowaythisappwilllast Follow Christian on Instagram and Twitter @crimbusrimbus and check his music out at www.untilthevoid.bandcamp.comFollow Cory on Instagram @coryw099Stay dumb and safe everyone!

The last Sunday of September is recognized as Gold Star Mother's and Family's Day. Jen invites Founder of the Price of Freedom Foundation Dennis Schroader to share the work he's been doing in collaboration with her family to document the life of her father. Dennis shares his experience growing up during the Vietnam Era, serving during the Cold War, to now contributing to the 'good press' of the military community in the post-9/11 era. They define what is a Gold Star family member, how it's the title no one hopes to wear or think about while on active duty, what we can do today for families of our fallen to not feel forgotten, and much more. Learn how you can help tell the Life Stories of those who paid the ultimate price for our freedom at https://priceoffreedomfoundation.org/ (https://priceoffreedomfoundation.org/) You can also contact the non-profit at 615-389-1867 or info@priceoffreedomfoundation.org connect on social media: https://www.facebook.com/PriceofFreedomFoundation/ (https://www.facebook.com/PriceofFreedomFoundation/) https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-price-of-freedom-foundation/ (https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-price-of-freedom-foundation/) https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCM9nh67lsAjKPvZPSRajw9w (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCM9nh67lsAjKPvZPSRajw9w) https://www.instagram.com/priceoffreedomfoundation/ (https://www.instagram.com/priceoffreedomfoundation/) For the latest updates on our show: https://mailchi.mp/a3b25a1f4964/holdingdownthefort (https://mailchi.mp/a3b25a1f4964/holdingdownthefort) -- Guest Applications are now open! Apply to be on our show at https://forms.gle/YdoNX9aR8RTEKpnCA (https://forms.gle/YdoNX9aR8RTEKpnCA) Stay updated! Subscribe to our newsletter http://eepurl.com/gTTOdT (http://eepurl.com/gTTOdT) Visit our website https://www.holdingdownthefortpodcast.com/ (https://www.holdingdownthefortpodcast.com/) Connect with our co-hosts Jen Amos jen@holdingdownthefortpodcast.com and Jenny Lynne Stroup https://jennylynnestroup.com/ (https://jennylynnestroup.com/) or jennylynnestroup379@gmail.com Sponsored by US VetWealth: Get FREE access to the Military Spouse's ToolKit for Agile and Purposeful Employment https://usvetwealth.com/military-spouses-toolkit-for-agile-and-purposeful-employment/ (https://usvetwealth.com/military-spouses-toolkit-for-agile-and-purposeful-employment/) November 2020, Jen Amos and Holding Down the Fort Podcast was awarded https://therosienetwork.org/2020-entrepreneur-awards (“Media Professional of the Year”) at The Rosie Network Entrepreneur Awards! We've also been featured in multiple media outlets including Legacy Magazine, https://digital.usveteransmagazine.com/US-Veterans-Magazine-Spring-2021/46 (U.S. Veterans Magazine), https://open.spotify.com/episode/0IeByl1VWjoq8V3GFl6gzp?si=gfewllBQTtGFCUwH6kEPTw (The American MilSpouse), https://veterancrowdnetwork.com/2021/01/jen-amos-award-winning-podcaster-of-holding-down-the-fort/ (VeteranCrowd Network), https://fb.watch/3xcB_0O6ZH/ (It's a Military Life), http://virtforce.us/68-transition-remote-work/ (VirtForce), https://www.militaryveterandad.com/73-keep-an-open-heart-with-jen-amos/ (Military Veteran Dad Podcast), and much more. Enjoy our show? Kindly leave us a review on Apple Podcasts https://apple.co/30SJ7NW (https://apple.co/30SJ7NW), Podchaser https://bit.ly/3dnCacY (https://bit.ly/3dnCacY), or write a LinkedIn Recommendation for Jen https://bit.ly/3jNobzB (https://bit.ly/3jNobzB) Support this podcast

Brian chats with the author of the book 'Sacrifice' Michelle Black. Michelle is a mother of two boys and is a Gold Star wife. They discuss her story, the process of writing the book, and the impacts of war. About 'Sacrifice' When Green Beret Bryan Black was killed in an ambush in Niger in 2017, his wife Michelle saw her worst nightmare become a reality. She was left alone with her grief and with two young sons to raise. But what followed Bryan's death was an even more difficult journey for the young widow. After receiving very few details about the attack that took her husband's life, it was up to Michelle to find answers. It became her mission to learn the truth about that day in Niger--and Sacrifice is the result of that mission.In this heartbreaking and revelatory memoir, Michelle uses exclusive interviews with the survivors of her husband's unit, research into the military leadership and accountability, and her own unique vantage point as a gold-star widow to tell a previously unknown story. Sacrifice is both an honest, emotional look inside a military marriage and a searing investigation of the people and decisions at the heart of the US military.https://michelleblacksacrifice.com/

Join Rose and Gala as they wrap up Virgo season and prepare for Mercury retrograde in Libra by asking hard-hitting questions and not expecting you to answer them. Everyone knows that while Virgo is The Virgin in the texts of olde, they're everyone's favorite freak. But, isn't it also true that Virgo's the most bisexual of all the Zodiac signs? Cameron Diaz, Sara Ramirez, Evan Rachel Wood, Pink, Lili Reinhart, Jada Pinkett Smith, need we say more? Never-mind, we do. Speaking of bisexuals, and we definitely are, isn't it time to retire “Gold Star” as a thing? Don't we all put on our blazers one sleeve at a time? Isn't it time for a little mutual reception? Whether you've been sowing and reaping, or heauxing and sleeping, the hosts of BDE are here to serve up a farmer's market of dyke digressions. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/bigdykeenergy/support

This week, after a Gold Star and a Detention, Mr. Parker Ainsworth breaks down a handful of different theses. Topics include the weekend in college football, the NFL, the MLB playoff seeding, a look at the upcoming WNBA Playoffs, and more! Be sure to like, subscribe, rate five stars, and do all the wonderful things to help out the show, but whatever you do, #DontFlunkWithUs

Midway through the business and lifestyle retreat, Natalie takes time to share some great tips and advice about the difference being confident can make to your life and your business Being confident is what can take you to the next level and increasing your confidence is about having a big ‘why' and understanding exactly what you want to achieve Confidence is something that needs to be worked on and practised and there are some great tips in this episode   KEY TAKEAWAYS Having money can alleviate stress and worry The more confident you are in your product or service the more money you will make With wealth, you can do the things you want to and live in the way you truly deserve You need to know what you want to and achieve and why in your business You need to talk to others and seek feedback to improve your business and move to the next level You have to work and practise to increase your level of confidence To refine what you are offering and why you need to understand what your end goal is and you have to trust in yourself to deliver Having a passion for what you are doing makes all the difference If you have a passion and a reason ‘why' it will increase your confidence Surround yourself with like-minded individuals who will lift and inspire you Ask the people around you for feedback and act on what they say   BEST MOMENTS ‘When you are confident everything in your life and business will improve' ‘When you have a passion your confidence will increase'   VALUABLERESOURCES  http://www.nataliearabella.com/ Confidence Mastery Podcast   7 Step Confidently Wealthy Program    ABOUTTHE HOST Natalie is the Confident Entrepreneur, helping others be confident and successful in health, wealth & happiness with kick-ass coaching at Gold Star Life. She's a Property Developer, has a Serviced Accommodation business which she runs alongside her business partner and Mum, Paula Bailey and they want to help combat loneliness with the Better Together message – helping others to come together to increase their confidence, network and life.   Natalie lives in Mallorca and travels back to the UK regularly to speak at events, host her Gold Star Elite Mastermind and visit property projects. With a background in Personal Training, health and fitness are high on the agenda, with wealth creation and happiness going hand in hand to create a confident and successful life.   CONTACTMETHOD http://www.nataliearabella.com/ www.Goldstar.life Facebook https://www.facebook.com/NatalieArabellaBaileyGoldStar/                                             See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Grace introduces us to some classical literature while Jimmy yells about celebrity chat shows and kids who still simp for gold stars as adults, and a wild SpaceX rocket sighting. Plus all your favorite stupid bits, and a special visit from our friends at You're Not From Around Here with a hilarious sketch about puritan lesbians!! Listen to the end! Listen to You're Not From Around Here, well... here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/youre-not-from-around-here-with-finnish-warren/id1534343988

It's been an interesting week for Natalie with lots of ups and downs so she is sharing her top tips on great organisation and planning and why you should always expect the unexpected Good organisation can mean you are less stressed and less likely to be overwhelmed and Natalie's great tips will build more confidence in your organising skills Expect the unexpected and always be prepared to take a step back and review where you are and what needs prioritising to avoid overwhelm and you can stay less stressed.   KEY TAKEAWAYS Identify your non-negotiables and make sure you always plan them into your day Routines in your day help to reduce stress and anxiety levels Getting organised is key and planning ahead will make a positive difference There will be curved balls and times when things don't go to plan Set the boundaries for your non-negotiables and do things that are just for you Take out 15 minutes on a Sunday to look at the coming week and prioritise the activities When you organise and plan you can prioritise tasks according to the level of urgency and importance Map out what's happening throughout the year so you have an overview If you can learn to prioritise, get organised and plan you can also find out what times of the day you are most creative and productive At certain times of the day, you will have more energy   BEST MOMENTS ‘If you want to get the best out of your day having some organisation and planning will make things a whole lot better for you' ‘Everyone has things thrown at them so expect the unexpected'   VALUABLERESOURCES  http://www.nataliearabella.com/ Confidence Mastery Podcast   7 Step Confidently Wealthy Program    ABOUTTHE HOST Natalie is the Confident Entrepreneur, helping others be confident and successful in health, wealth & happiness with kick-ass coaching at Gold Star Life. She's a Property Developer, has a Serviced Accommodation business which she runs alongside her business partner and Mum, Paula Bailey and they want to help combat loneliness with the Better Together message – helping others to come together to increase their confidence, network and life.   Natalie lives in Mallorca and travels back to the UK regularly to speak at events, host her Gold Star Elite Mastermind and visit property projects. With a background in Personal Training, health and fitness are high on the agenda, with wealth creation and happiness going hand in hand to create a confident and successful life.   CONTACTMETHOD http://www.nataliearabella.com/ www.Goldstar.life Facebook https://www.facebook.com/NatalieArabellaBaileyGoldStar/                                                 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today is the 20th anniversary of the 9/11 terror attacks. Nineteen Al-Qaeda terrorists hijacked four airplanes and carried out suicide attacks in the U.S. that day. Two of the planes were flown into the Twin Towers in New York City, a third plane hit the Pentagon in Washington, D.C., and the fourth plane crashed in a field in Shanksville, Pennsylvania. Nearly 3,000 people were killed, changing so many Americans lives forever. Earlier this week, host Jessica Rosenthal spoke with Chairman and CEO of the Tunnel 2 Towers foundation, Frank Siller. Siller lost his firefighter brother, Stephen Siller on September 11th. This year to honor his late brother and the victims who died, Frank Siller embarked on his NEVER FORGET walk. The over 500- mile journey started at the Pentagon in Washington D.C. to Shanksville, PA and ended on Saturday at Ground Zero in New York, reunited with his family. The conversation was too long and we could not include the whole interview with Mr. Siller. On today's FOX News Rundown EXTRA, with less than 10-miles to go on his walk when we spoke to him, the Tunnel 2 Towers Chairman and CEO told the Rundown what was going through his mind throughout his trek from Washington back to New York and why he felt it was important to do this walk. He shares his story about his brother and what happened to him on 9/11, he explains why it's important to share the story of 9/11 with the younger generation and the importance of never forgetting what happened on that day. He weighs in on the recent events on Afghanistan and if it impacts the 20th anniversary. Plus, he talks about his foundation Tunnel to Towers how the foundation helps families who have lost loved ones who are first responders or Gold Star families and why it is important to help those who serve to keep America safe.

There's cheesecake and then there's really good cheesecake. Gold Star Confectionaries is a local, boutique-style confectionery that makes REALLY good cheesecake. (At the time of this posting, Dan is hoarding their lemon-raspberry cheesecake in the refrigerator).    LINKS: Gold Star Confectioneries-Facebook https://www.facebook.com/Gold-Star-Confectionaries-110488611134361 Gold Star Confectioneries-Instagram https://www.instagram.com/goldstarconfectionaries/ Vixen by Fox Lab https://www.vixensoap.com

How do you stick to your resolution to form a habit/month. If you listened to the last episode, you know how much I love this idea. But it's also important to think of incentives our ADHD brains would like, so we can realistically achieve our goal for the month! Join The Habit Edit membership: www.thehabitedit.com 155 ideas to reward yourself: https://www.developgoodhabits.com/reward-yourself/ You can find me on Instagram @brightlightchels and email me at brightlighthealth@gmail.com --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/vibrancyradio/message

Natalie is talking about masterminds what they are and why they are important Being part of a mastermind is invaluable providing you with a support group of people who you can bounce your ideas off of and who will hold you accountable to move you forward. A mastermind can help you increase your confidence and find out what your key result areas are If you want to move to the next level, l listen to Natalie's great advice and look for a Mastermind that is the right fit for you so that you can live a life with confidence and success   KEY TAKEAWAYS A mastermind is where people come together to talk. It's a meeting of minds The more support you have in life the better things in your life will be Your mastermind group are your network providing people to bounce ideas off of and offer support when you need it Your confidence can increase when you are part of a mastermind When you talk to other people it helps you to solve your problems By talking things through with other people you become solution orientated Talking about things with others helps you to get the best from your life and see where your key result areas are Having people around you makes a massive difference You can be held accountable to the people in your mastermind, they will push you to achieve and help to celebrate the wins along the way Masterminds are a great way to meet new people Life isn't all about work it's about enjoying life If you want to level up you will be prepared to invest in yourself     BEST MOMENTS ‘In my mastermind, we come together to talk about health, wealth and happiness – the triangle of life' ‘You need to level up and surround yourself with people who will fill you with positivity' ‘Your network is your net worth'   VALUABLERESOURCES  http://www.nataliearabella.com/ Confidence Mastery Podcast   7 Step Confidently Wealthy Program    ABOUTTHE HOST Natalie is the Confident Entrepreneur, helping others be confident and successful in health, wealth & happiness with kick-ass coaching at Gold Star Life. She's a Property Developer, has a Serviced Accommodation business which she runs alongside her business partner and Mum, Paula Bailey and they want to help combat loneliness with the Better Together message – helping others to come together to increase their confidence, network and life.   Natalie lives in Mallorca and travels back to the UK regularly to speak at events, host her Gold Star Elite Mastermind and visit property projects. With a background in Personal Training, health and fitness are high on the agenda, with wealth creation and happiness going hand in hand to create a confident and successful life.   CONTACTMETHOD http://www.nataliearabella.com/ www.Goldstar.life Facebook https://www.facebook.com/NatalieArabellaBaileyGoldStar/                                   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, if the media reported the truth, without bias. Calls for Biden's resignation after the gross mishandling of Afghanistan. CNN calling out Biden for lies from his 1988 campaign.

A left wing outlet published an explosive piece on the mask tyranny going on. In this episode, I address the article along with the continued implosion of the Biden agenda as their credibility craters.  News Picks: Disgusting USA Today “fact-checker” smears Gold Star families. The costs of wearing a face mask are real. Where are all of these missing ballots?  Yes, the counter culture revolution has begun.  Amazon doubles down on speech suppression. We MUST build a parallel economy. Copyright Bongino Inc All Rights Reserved

Hour 3 -  Nick Reed is live on location at Scramblers Diner for the Friday Road Show. Here's what he covers:  USA Today felt it necessary to fact-check the claim that President Joe Biden repeatedly eyed his watch during the dignified transfer ceremony last Sunday. After significant backlash, USA Today issued a correction, admitting that Biden did check his watch during the ceremony and including Gold Star family statements. The rating was subsequently changed to “Missing Context," with no explanation as to WHY. The wonderful Don Carriker stops by: Don shares his COVID story. Don's youngest son, Anthony, will be joining the USA Mortgage team next week! Nick is looking at a property today - wish him luck! Britany Hartzell with Take A Stand Now Missouri joins Nick for a quick chat:  Take A Stand Now Missouri is growing every single day. Take A Stand Now Missouri is a grassroots organization that was founded in a time of great controversy, media censorship, and medical tyranny. The leadership team consists of educated healthcare professionals with experience in all different realms of the healthcare industry. Britany talks about staffing issues within the healthcare industry, and she breaks down why. Religious exemptions with CoxHealth and Mercy... Britany talks about the extremes that workers are having to go through to get religious exemptions.

Joe Rogan Survives Covid, Biden Asked Ashraf Ghani To Lie About Afghan Army, Gold Star Parents Confront Biden, Turtleboy Joins Us

Analysis and reaction to Biden's defiant victory lap speech. Trump calls on Chairman Joe to apologize for his incompetence. Gold Star families continue to lash out at Dear Leader. A military Doc says more dead from vaccines this year than from the CCP virus all of last year. An update on the AZ election audit.Copyright Sean Casey All Rights Reserved

Inside Edition reports…Today, President Biden is being slammed by some Gold Star parents whose children made the ultimate sacrifice. As Steven Fabian reports, they accuse Mr. Biden of looking at his watch multiple times during the ceremony at Dover Air Force Base. The U.S. Open is on and if you want to attend you have to show your covid vaccination card. However, that rule doesn't apply to players. A live weather report got a surprise visitor when the meteorologist's dog wandered onto the set looking for treats. And a woman's groggy after a visit to the dentist.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Biden Advisor Says US May Send Cash Aid To The Taliban, Families Of Fallen Troops FURIOUS With Biden. The democrat administration has fumbled this to such an absurd degree its shocking that its getting worse. Conservatives have been furious at the Biden admin handling of the crisis in kabul but stating they may give cash aid to the Taliban is beyond reproach. Gold Star families are furious as Biden was seen constantly checking his watch as coffins were being unloaded. #Biden #Afghanistan #Democrats Become A Member And Protect Our Work at http://www.timcast.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The last American plane leaves Afghanistan leaving hundreds behind. Dana revisits the story of Beau Bergdahl after the US leaves its citizens behind. Gold Star families speak out on President Biden's behavior during the return of their loved one's bodies. The Taliban has begun hunting down former members of the Afghan military. Attorney General Merrick Garland calls on the entire legal community to prevent unnecessary evictions during this health crisis.Please visit our great sponsors:Patriot Mobilehttps://PatriotMobile.com/DanaPut your trust in Patriot Mobile. Now get 50% off the first 2 months OR $100 off any phone in stock with a 1-year commitment, as well as free premier activation with promo code Dana. Patriotmobile.com/dana or call 972-PATRIOT. Kel-Techttps://KelTecWeapons.comKelTec: Creating Innovative, Quality Firearms to help secure your world. Delta Rescuehttps://deltarescue.orgGet your complete Estate Planning kit at deltarescue.org/dana today and let your passion for animals live well into the future. Black Rifle Coffee Companyhttps://blackriflecoffee.com/danatvUse code DANATV to save 20% off your first coffee club, coffee and select gear purchase. Superbeetshttps://DanasBeets.comBuy 2 bags of SuperBeets Heart Chews and get a bag of Vitamin D3 Chews AND a free bag of SuperBeets Heart Chews. My Pillowhttps://mypillow.comMy Pillow Giza Dream Sheets and MySlippers are 50% off with Radio Specials code DANA.

The last American plane leaves Afghanistan leaving hundreds behind. Dana revisits the story of Beau Bergdahl after the US leaves its citizens behind. Gold Star families speak out on President Biden's behavior during the return of their loved one's bodies. The Taliban has begun hunting down former members of the Afghan military. Attorney General Merrick Garland calls on the entire legal community to prevent unnecessary evictions during this health crisis.Please visit our great sponsors:Patriot Mobilehttps://PatriotMobile.com/DanaPut your trust in Patriot Mobile. Now get 50% off the first 2 months OR $100 off any phone in stock with a 1-year commitment, as well as free premier activation with promo code Dana. Patriotmobile.com/dana or call 972-PATRIOT. Kel-Techttps://KelTecWeapons.comKelTec: Creating Innovative, Quality Firearms to help secure your world. Delta Rescuehttps://deltarescue.orgGet your complete Estate Planning kit at deltarescue.org/dana today and let your passion for animals live well into the future. Black Rifle Coffee Companyhttps://blackriflecoffee.com/danatvUse code DANATV to save 20% off your first coffee club, coffee and select gear purchase. Superbeetshttps://DanasBeets.comBuy 2 bags of SuperBeets Heart Chews and get a bag of Vitamin D3 Chews AND a free bag of SuperBeets Heart Chews. My Pillowhttps://mypillow.comMy Pillow Giza Dream Sheets and MySlippers are 50% off with Radio Specials code DANA.

MVC&R were pretty sure no one would make it to the airport in Kabul, and General McKenzie admits no one made it. Gold Star fathers react to meeting with President Joe Biden, and the frustration with his persistent watch-checking. John Kirby says the deadly weapons left behind are not a threat to us, and reports of the Taliban carrying out “door-to-door executions.” Flag officers are demanding resignations for General Milley and Secretary Austin, and a Pentagon spokesperson says, "We strand Americans all the time." The FBI says the Texas shooter may have been inspired by foreign terrorists, and the Biden administration is investigating states that are not forcing kids to wear masks. A school board got pranked into reading hilarious fake names, and an LA teachers union boss laughs about parents' inability to stop her.

GUEST: Representative Jesse Young – The Governor does not have the authority to change Federal Law. Governor Inslee is violating the constitution by denying jobs for those who are unvaccinated based on religious exemption. // Gold Star fathers Mark Schmitz & Darin Hoover, whose sons died in Kabul last week, on Democrat President Joe Biden checking his watch during the dignified transfer of their son's bodies // JUST A FEW MORE THINGS See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, the US is out of Afghanistan leaving many Americans behind. The Biden administration gave the Taliban a list of the names of American citizens, green card holders and Afghan allies; how stupid must you be to willingly hand over this "kill list" to the enemy?!

1PM - The Fastest 15 // Kenmore Air 75th Anniversary // Fauci wants mandate for kids, too // Former Miss USA tells school board who is in charge // CDC issues their list of "inclusive" health equity terms // Gold Star families speak out // Taliban killed a folk singer after drinking tea with him See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

After the mother of one of the US Marines killed in Kabul calls into the radio program, critics pounce on the Gold Star mother after the clip goes viral on the internet.

      Originally posted in Marine Corps Gazette, September 2007 BURIAL AT SEA….. BY LT COL GEORGE GOODSON, USMC (RET) In my 76th year, the events of my life appear to me, from time to time, as a series of vignettes. Some were significant; most were trivial. War is the seminal event in the life of everyone that has endured it. Though I fought in Korea and the Dominican Republic and was wounded there, Vietnam was my war.       Lt. Col. George Goodson (Ret) and family Now 42 years have passed, and thankfully, I rarely think of those days in Cambodia , Laos, and the panhandle of North Vietnam where small teams of Americans and Montagnards fought much larger elements of the North Vietnamese Army. Instead I see vignettes: some exotic, some mundane: *The smell of Nuc Mam *The heat, dust, and humidity *The blue exhaust of cycles clogging the streets *Elephants moving silently through the tall grass *Hard eyes behind the servile smiles of the villagersBeauty and the Beast streaming *Standing on a mountain in Laos and hearing a tiger roar *A young girl squeezing my hand as my medic delivered her baby *The flowing Ao Dais of the young women biking down Tran Hung Dao AND…….. *My two years as Casualty Notification Officer in North Carolina, Virginia and Maryland It was late 1967. I had just returned after 18 months in Vietnam.  Casualties were increasing. I moved my family from Indianapolis to Norfolk, rented a house, enrolled my children in their fifth or sixth new school, and bought a second car. A week later, I put on my uniform and drove 10 miles to Little Creek, Virginia. I hesitated before entering my new office. Appearance is important to career Marines. I was no longer, if ever, a poster Marine. I had returned from my third tour in Vietnam only 30 days before. At 5'9″, I now weighed 128 pounds, 37 pounds below my normal weight. My uniforms fit ludicrously, my skin was yellow from malaria medication, and I think I had a twitch or two. I straightened my shoulders, walked into the office, looked at the nameplate on a Staff Sergeant's desk and said, “Sergeant Jolly, I'm Lieutenant Colonel Goodson. Here are my orders and my Qualification Jacket.” Sergeant Jolly stood, looked carefully at me, took my orders, stuck out his hand; we shook and he asked, “How long were you there, Colonel?” I replied “18 months this time.” Jolly breathed, “You must be a slow learner Colonel.” I smiled. Jolly said, “Colonel, I'll  show you to your office and bring in the Sergeant Major. I said, “No, let's just go straight to his office.” Jolly nodded, hesitated, and lowered his voice, “Colonel, the Sergeant Major. He's been in this job two years. He's packed pretty tight. I'm worried about him.” I nodded. Jolly escorted me into the Sergeant Major's office. “Sergeant Major, this is Colonel Goodson, the new Commanding Office. The Sergeant Major stood, extended his hand and said, “Good to see you again, Colonel.” I responded, “Hello Walt, how are you?” Jolly looked at me, raised an eyebrow, walked out, and closed the door. I sat down with the Sergeant Major. We had the obligatory cup of coffee and talked about mutual acquaintances. Walt's stress was palpable. Finally, I said, “Walt, what the h-ll's wrong?” He turned his chair, looked out the window and said, “George, you're going to wish you were back in Nam before you leave here. I've been in the Marine Corps since 1939. I was in the Pacific 36 months, Korea for 14 months, and Vietnam for 12 months. Now I come here to bury these kids. I'm putting my letter in. I can't take it anymore.” I said, “Okay Walt. If that's what you want, I'll endorse your request for retirement and do what I can to push it through Headquarters Marine Corps.” Sergeant Major Walt Xxxxx retired 12 weeks later. He had been a good Marine for 28 years, but he had seen too much death and too much suffering. He was used up. Over the next 16 months, I made 28 death notifications, conducted 28 military funerals, and made 30 notifications to the families of Marines that were severely wounded or missing in action. Most of the details of those casualty notifications have now, thankfully, faded from memory. Four, however, remain. MY FIRST NOTIFICATION………… My third or fourth day in Norfolk, I was notified of the death of a 19 year old Marine. This notification came by telephone from Headquarters Marine Corps. The information detailed: *Name, rank, and serial number. *Name, address, and phone number of next of kin. *Date of and limited details about the Marine's death. *Approximate date the body would arrive at the Norfolk Naval Air  Station. *A strong recommendation on whether the casket should be opened or closed. The boy's family lived over the border in North Carolina, about 60 miles away. I drove there in a Marine Corps staff car. Crossing the state line into North Carolina , I stopped at a small country store / service station / Post Office. I went in to ask directions. Three people were in the store. A man and woman approached the small Post Office window. The man held a package. The Store owner walked up and addressed them by name, “Hello John. Good morning Mrs. Cooper.” I was stunned. My casualty's next-of-kin's name was John Cooper! I hesitated, then stepped forward and said, “I beg your pardon. Are you Mr. and Mrs. John Cooper of (address.) The father looked at me – I was in uniform – and then, shaking, bent at the waist, he vomited. His wife looked horrified at him and then at me. Understanding came into her eyes and she collapsed in slow motion. I think I caught her before she hit the floor. The owner took a bottle of whiskey out of a drawer and handed it to Mr. Cooper who drank. I answered their questions for a few minutes. Then I drove them home in my staff car. The store owner locked the store and followed in their truck. We stayed an hour or so until the family began arriving. I returned the store owner to his business. He thanked me and said, “Mister, I wouldn't have your job for a million dollars.” I shook his hand and said; “Neither would I.” I vaguely remember the drive back to Norfolk. Violating about five Marine Corps regulations, I drove the staff car straight to my house.  I sat with my family while they ate dinner, went into the den, closed the door, and sat there all night, alone. My Marines steered clear of me for days. I had made my first death notification THE FUNERALS………. Weeks passed with more notifications and more funerals. I borrowed Marines from the local Marine Corps Reserve and taught them to conduct a military funeral: how to carry a casket, how to fire the volleys and how to fold the flag. When I presented the flag to the mother, wife, or father, I always said, “All Marines share in your grief.” I had been instructed to say, “On behalf of a grateful nation….” I didn't think the nation was grateful, so I didn't say that. Sometimes, my emotions got the best of me and I couldn't speak. When that happened, I just handed them the flag and touched a shoulder. They would look at me and nod. Once a mother said to me, “I'm so sorry you have this terrible job.” My eyes filled with tears and I leaned over and kissed her. ANOTHER NOTIFICATION………. Six weeks after my first notification, I had another. This was a young PFC. I drove to his mother's house. As always, I was in uniform and driving a Marine Corps staff car. I parked in front of the house, took a deep breath, and walked towards the house. Suddenly the door flew open, a middle-aged woman rushed out. She looked at me and ran across the yard, screaming “No! No! No! No!! I hesitated. Neighbors came out. I ran to her, grabbed her, and whispered stupid things to reassure her. She collapsed. I picked her up and carried her into the house.  Eight or nine neighbors followed. Ten or fifteen minutes later, the father came in followed by ambulance personnel. I have no recollection of leaving.Watch Full Movie Online Streaming Online and Download The funeral took place about two weeks later. We went through the drill. The mother never looked at me. The father looked at me once and shook his head sadly. ANOTHER NOTIFICATION………. One morning as I walked into the office, the phone was ringing.  Sergeant Jolly held the phone up and said, “You've got another one, Colonel.” I nodded, walked into my office, picked up the phone, took notes, thanked the officer making the call and hung up. Jolly, who had listened, came in with a special telephone directory that translates telephone numbers into the person's address and place of employment. The father of this casualty was a longshoreman. He lived a mile from my office. I called the Longshoreman's Union Office and asked for the business manager. He answered the phone, I told him who I was, and asked for the father's schedule. The business manager asked, “Is it his son?” I said nothing. After a moment, he said, in a low voice, “Tom is at home today.” I said, “Don't call him. I'll take care of that.” The business manager said, “Aye, Aye Sir,” and then explained, “Tom and I were Marines in WWII.” I got in my staff car and drove to the house. I was in uniform. I knocked and a woman in her early forties answered the door. I saw instantly that she was clueless. I asked, “Is Mr. Smith home?” She smiled pleasantly and responded, “Yes, but he's eating breakfast now.  Can you come back later?” I said, “I'm sorry. It's important. I need to see him now.” She nodded, stepped back into the beach house and said, “Tom, it's for you.” A moment later, a ruddy man in his late forties, appeared at the door. He looked at me, turned absolutely pale, steadied himself, and said, “Jesus Christ man, he's only been there three weeks!” Months passed. More notifications and more funerals. Then one day while I was running, Sergeant Jolly stepped outside the building and gave a loud whistle, two fingers in his mouth and held an imaginary phone to his ear. Another call from Headquarters Marine Corps. I took notes, said, “Got it.” and hung up. I had stopped saying “Thank You” long ago. Jolly, “Where?” Me, “Eastern Shore of Maryland . The father is a retired Chief Petty Officer. His brother will accompany the body back from Vietnam.” Jolly shook his head slowly, straightened, and then said, “This time of day, it'll take three hours to get there and back. I'll call the Naval Air Station and borrow a helicopter. And I'll have Captain Tolliver get one of his men to meet you and drive you to the Chief's home.” He did, and 40 minutes later, I was knocking on the father's door. He opened the door, looked at me, then looked at the Marine standing at parade rest beside the car, and asked, “Which one of my boys was it, Colonel?” I stayed a couple of hours, gave him all the information, my office and home phone number and told him to call me, anytime. He called me that evening about 2300 (11:00 PM). “I've gone through my boy's papers and found his will. He asked to be buried at sea. Can you make that happen?” I said, “Yes I can, Chief. I can and I will.” My wife who had been listening said, “Can you do that?” I told her, “I have no idea. But I'm going to die trying.” I called Lieutenant General Alpha Bowser, Commanding General, Fleet Marine Force Atlantic, at home about 2330, explained the situation, and asked, “General, can you get me a quick appointment with the Admiral at Atlantic Fleet Headquarters?” General Bowser said,” George, you be there tomorrow at 0900. He will see you. I was and the Admiral did. He said coldly, “How can the Navy help the Marine Corps, Colonel.” I told him the story. He turned to his Chief of Staff and said, “Which is the sharpest destroyer in port?” The Chief of Staff responded with a name. The Admiral called the ship, “Captain, you're going to do a burial at sea. You'll report to a Marine Lieutenant Colonel Goodson until this mission is completed.” He hung up, looked at me, and said, “The next time you need a ship, Colonel, call me. You don't have to sic Al Bowser on me.” I responded, “Aye Aye, Sir” and got out of his office in a hurry. I went to the ship and met with the Captain, Executive Officer, and the Senior Chief. Sergeant Jolly and I trained the ship's crew for four days. Then Jolly raised a question none of us had thought of. He said, “These government caskets are air tight. How do we keep it from floating?” All the high priced help including me sat there looking dumb. Then the Senior Chief stood and said, “Come on Jolly. I know a bar where the retired guys from World War II hang out.” They returned a couple of hours later, slightly the worse for wear, and said, “It's simple; we cut four 12″ holes in the outer shell of the casket on each side and insert 300 lbs. of lead in the foot end of the casket. We can handle that, no sweat.” The day arrived. The ship and the sailors looked razor sharp. General Bowser, the Admiral, a US Senator, and a Navy Band were on board. The sealed casket was brought aboard and taken below for modification. The ship got underway to the 12-fathom depth. The sun was hot. The ocean flat. The casket was brought aft and placed on a catafalque. The chaplain spoke. The volleys were fired. The flag was removed, folded, and I gave it to the father. The band played “Eternal Father Strong to Save.” The casket was raised slightly at the head and it slid into the sea. The heavy casket plunged straight down about six feet. The incoming water collided with the air pockets in the outer shell. The casket stopped abruptly, rose straight out of the water about three feet, stopped, and slowly slipped back into the sea.  The air bubbles rising from the sinking casket sparkled in the in the sunlight as the casket disappeared from sight forever. The next morning I called a personal friend, Lieutenant General Oscar Peatross, at Headquarters Marine Corps and said, “General, get me out of here. I can't take this anymore.” I was transferred two weeks later. I was a good Marine but, after 17 years, I had seen too much death and too much suffering. I was used up. Vacating the house, my family and I drove to the office in a two-car convoy. I said my goodbyes. Sergeant Jolly walked out with me. He waved at my family, looked at me with tears in his eyes, came to attention, saluted, and said, “Well done, Colonel. Well done.” I felt as if I had received the Medal of Honor!

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The leading weekly law and politics podcast -- LegalAF -- produced by MeidasTouch and hosted by MT founder and civil rights lawyer, Ben Meiselas and national trial lawyer and strategist, Michael Popok, is back for another hard-hitting, thought-provoking look at this week's most compelling developments at the intersection of law and politics, aka Episode 17. The hosts first bring their healthy-brand of skepticism to the $10mm “wrongful death” suit to be filed by the family of January 6th insurrectionist Ashli Babbitt. Next, Ben and Popok bring the LAF listeners fully up to speed on the trials and tribulations of New York's “Love Governor” Andrew Cuomo accused by 11 (!) former (and current) female employees of sexual misconduct. Then, the hosts explore SCOTUS' recent attack on the CDC's nationwide residential eviction ban, and the Garland DOJ's intervention to oppose the Realtors' efforts to overturn a limited CDC eviction moratorium based on rising Delta data. Talking about the Delta variant, Ben and Michael first examine the legality of Florida Governor DeSantis' ban of vaccine passports and its impact on the cruise industry, and his ban on mandatory masks for school children even in the face of rising infection and death rates among children in his state. The Analysis Friends then drill down on Texas' Governor Abbott's attempts to interfere with the federal government's “supreme” power to regulate immigration and transport (and detain) immigrants by claiming some feigned concern with the spread of COVID by immigrants, while simultaneously banning face masks and undermining vaccination in his state. Episode 17 ends with a sobering discussion about the Justice Against Sponsors of Terrorism Act (“JASTA”) federal case filed this past week in New York by 115 “Gold Star” families against major global banks for allegedly profiting from terrorist organizations and governments banking with them, and thereby helping to fund attacks on Americans. Special Easter Egg and Programming Note: Ben gives Popok and the listeners the good news that “Legal AF” is leaving the “MeidasTouch Podcast” nest and moving to its own Medias-produced podcast channel starting with next Sunday's episode. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/meidastouch/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/meidastouch/support

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