Podcasts about horse soldier bourbon

Get ready for a fun and insightful episode! We're day drinking with Levi Stearn, and he's dropping some serious truth bombs about solo success. Forget the partnership pressure – Levi's here to show you how to crush it on your own. Expect laughs, real talk, and maybe a few spilled drinks.

This is one episode that was requested by dozens of people. I'm so glad Scott Neil, president and co-founder of Horse Soldier Bourbon and a retired Green Beret. Scott shares how his military background and the ethos of camaraderie influenced his journey into the bourbon industry. The conversation delves into whiskey and war stories. There's a lot of context of how these guys went to war and came back heros. That all influences the inception of Horse Soldier Bourbon, born from bonds formed during service and a shared love for whiskey. Scott discusses the challenges faced by emerging brands, the importance of controlling production for quality with their own distillery coming online, and the role of community engagement in building lasting relationships with consumers. Show Notes: Get a glimpse into Scott's military background and how it shaped his viewpoint. Discuss the origins of Horse Soldier Bourbon and the significance of the name. Explore the transition from military service to the world of bourbon. Insights into distillation: crafting a unique bourbon and the logistics behind it. Challenges faced as a new brand in a competitive marketplace. The importance of community engagement and storytelling in building customer relationships. Learn about the philosophy driving the creation of Horse Soldier and their long-term vision. Support this podcast on Patreon

Kirk sits down with Scotty Neil, president and co-founder of Horse Soldier Bourbon, to discuss his transition from a 17-year military career in Special Forces to entrepreneurship in distilling, how military training fosters teamwork and leadership in business, and the valuable contributions of veterans in entrepreneurship.0:00 Intro to the Journey 2:36 The Man Behind the Mic 5:10 Scotty's Military Background 8:17 Transitioning to Civilian Life 9:23 The Birth of Horse Soldier Bourbon 9:52 The Journey of Entrepreneurship 11:14 Understanding the Roots of Bourbon 13:14 The History of Whiskey Taxation 15:20 Lessons Learned in Special Operations 16:49 The Importance of Training Fundamentals 23:21 Bonds Forged in Service 25:16 Family Legacy and Military Heritage 29:03 The Impact of 9/11 55:45 Realities of the War on Terror 58:04 Proposals for Military Action 58:11 The Plan Against the Taliban 1:00:21 Hollywood and the Reality 1:05:15 The Script Dispute 1:07:21 Skills from Military Training 1:11:34 Creating a Nonprofit for Veterans 1:19:53 The Journey to the Distillery 1:24:55 Discovering Opportunities in Distillation 1:28:55 Crafting the Perfect Bourbon Bottle 1:43:24 Celebrating Brotherhood and Purpose 1:52:08 Reflections on the Army-Navy Game For more about us: https://linktr.ee/overwatchmissioncritical

Horse Soldier Bourbon has a cool bottle and an even cooler story that goes with the making of them! Andy digs into the meaningful creation of the glassware along with side a easy to make cocktail created from Horse Soldier Straight Bourbon Whiskey: 2oz Horse Solder Bourbon, 1/2oz Fresh Lemon Juice, 1/2oz Fresh Lime Juice, 1oz simple syrup, Basil Leaves in shaker.

Houston gets one more week to tell a couple of good whiskey stories. The crime of PappyGate and the inspirational story of Horse Soldier Bourbon. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Scott Neil is a retired Army Master Sergeant and a Green Beret. Scott along with special forces Task Force Dagger were some of the very brave to respond to the tragic events of 9/11. Neil went into battle in Afghanastan riding Qatgani horses and now after traveling around the country, he fell in love with the process of some of the best bourbons in the country. Now, he has his own brand, which pays tribute to his military legacy. Cheers!

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Whisk(e)y Wednesday Horse Soldier Bourbon w/ Steve Kofron Dec 6th 2023 https://horsesoldierbourbon.com/ THE ORIGINS OF HORSE SOLDIER The story begins at ground zero. The Horse Soldier Bourbon story is woven into the fabric of one of America's most historic moments. Just days after 9/11, elite teams of Green Berets were inserted into Afghanistan, some on horseback. Dubbed the “Horse Soldiers”, their exploits were retold in the Hollywood blockbuster 12 strong, the CNN documentary "Legion of Brothers", and memorialized by America's Response Monument located at Ground Zero in New York City.

Exciting podcast with Steve Kofron. Steve is one of the 12 Horse Soldiers from Special Forces ODA 595 that fought the Taliban on horseback just 40 days after 9/11. His 12 man team lived in some very brutal conditions and fought alongside the Northern Alliance with General Dostum. Currently Steve works for Horse Soldier Bourbon. It was a pleasure to have him and Kody on to talk about the company, his military service, and giving back to our Veteran community. The Movie 12 Strong depicts their mission.

Former New England Patriot and 3 Time Super Bowl Champ Matt Light is talking with us today about his “Whiskey & War Stories” event on Dec 7th at the Stockyard in Brighton. The fundraiser, which will be co-hosted by The Light Foundation and Horse Soldier Bourbon, is one of several events leading up to the Army-Navy football game that will be played at Gillette the following weekend.

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The author of "Swords of Lightning: Green Beret Horse Soldiers and America's Response to 9/11" discusses his role on the ground in Afghanistan immediately after the 9/11 attacks, and his development of Horse Soldier Bourbon. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Zach is joined by Will Summers, retired Green Beret and brand ambassador for Horse Soldier Bourbon, to discuss his remarkable service in Afghanistan as one of the fabled "Horse Soldiers," the launch of Horse Soldier Bourbon, it's astonishing and meteoric rise, and how he and the brand continue to "Live Legendary." Please remember to subscribe to, rate, and review VinePair on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get your episodes, and send any questions, comments, critiques, or suggestions to podcast@vinepair.com. Thanks for listening, and be well.Instagram: @adamteeter, @jcsciarrino, @zgeballe, @vinepairTwitter: @adamteeter @joannasciarrino, @zgeballe, @vinepair Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this special July 4th episode of The Compound and Friends, Michael Batnick and Downtown Josh Brown are joined by Scott Neil (Founder, Horse Soldier Bourbon) and Shirl Penney (CEO of Dynasty Financial Partners) to discuss the special forces sent to Afghanistan in the aftermath of 9/11 (now known as the horse soldiers), entrepreneurship, the importance of hiring the right people, and much more! This episode is presented by Jack Carr's new high-adrenaline thriller, Only the Dead. Pick up your copy at: https://www.simonandschuster.com/books/Only-the-Dead/Jack-Carr/Terminal-List/9781982181697?utm_source=the_compound&utm_medium=atria_display_ad&utm_content=&utm_campaign=only_the_dead_ad Check out the latest in financial blogger fashion at The Compound shop: https://www.idontshop.com Investing involves the risk of loss. This podcast is for informational purposes only and should not be or regarded as personalized investment advice or relied upon for investment decisions. Michael Batnick and Josh Brown are employees of Ritholtz Wealth Management and may maintain positions in the securities discussed in this video. All opinions expressed by them are solely their own opinion and do not reflect the opinion of Ritholtz Wealth Management. Wealthcast Media, an affiliate of Ritholtz Wealth Management, receives payment from various entities for advertisements in affiliated podcasts, blogs and emails. Inclusion of such advertisements does not constitute or imply endorsement, sponsorship or recommendation thereof, or any affiliation therewith, by the Content Creator or by Ritholtz Wealth Management or any of its employees. For additional advertisement disclaimers see here https://ritholtzwealth.com/advertising-disclaimers. Investments in securities involve the risk of loss. Any mention of a particular security and related performance data is not a recommendation to buy or sell that security. The information provided on this website (including any information that may be accessed through this website) is not directed at any investor or category of investors and is provided solely as general information. Obviously nothing on this channel should be considered as personalized financial advice or a solicitation to buy or sell any securities. See our disclosures here: https://ritholtzwealth.com/podcast-youtube-disclosures/

I start by checking out Citybeat Magazine's Best of Cincinnati event, but then I get to sit down with Bob Pennington before he comes into the Jungle on April 19th for Whiskey and War Stories. Here's a little about Bob: Robert “Bob” Pennington served in the U.S. Army for 26 as a Green Beret and retired as Chief Warrant Officer 4. Bob was a member of the ODA 595 Special Forces team that was the first to land in Afghanistan in response to the attacks on our country on 9/11. Their historic and unconventional warfare experience earned them the moniker, “The Horse Soldiers”, and has been brought to life in the Hollywood film, “12 Strong”, as well in other numerous leading books, and documentaries. Today Bob is a Brand Ambassador for the international award-winning ultra-premium Horse Soldier Bourbon brand. Bob lives in Georgia and his favorite way to drink Horse Soldier Bourbon is neat or on the rocks. Get your tickets to this event at https://www.junglejims.com

Episode #158—Mark Nutsch—12 Strong, Horse Soldier Bourbon  Mark Nutsch served in the Army as a Ranger and Special Forces officer, deploying on multiple combat tours. In the aftermath of the 9/11 attacks, he led one of the first Special Forces teams into northern Afghanistan. There, he advised the resistance leadership, helping to unite the disparate forces against the Taliban and al-Qaeda. Fighting on horseback much of the time, Nutsch and his team spearheaded the unconventional warfare operations that liberated the country. Featured in multiple books and films, Nutsch is a sought-after speaker, lecturing often on leadership and military topics. Horse Soldier Bourbon: Much of our brotherhood was forged in fire during the first days after the 9/11 attacks. Immediately following this affront on our nation, the USA responded with a daring insertion of small teams of Green Berets into northern Afghanistan. The Northern Alliance successfully overthrew Mazar-i-Sharif, a Taliban stronghold, with the support of these brave men. This region's inhospitable, mountainous terrain made efforts and enemy engagements on wild Afghan horses a necessity for one Special Operations team (ODA595). Nicknamed the “Horse Soldiers”, all these brave men are honored today by America's Response Monument overlooking “Ground Zero” in New York City. We make history and continue to live legendary lives by instilling family values, adventurous spirits, and pride into Horse Soldier Bourbon Whiskey. Join the guys for another episode of Cross The Line 1524! Recorded with a Live Audience at “The Rusted Nail Speakeasy”! Thank You for listening to Cross The Line1524 Check out our web site at: www.crosstheline1524.com Facebook: Cross The Line 15/24 You Tube: Cross The Line 1524 Email us : podcast@crosstheline1524.com Take a listen to one of America's fastest growing new podcasts! Please take time to leave us a 5 star rating to help us promote our podcast. #horsesoldierbourbon #12strong #marknutsch

In this episode of Bourbon With Friends, the team sits down with President of Horse Soldier Bourbon Scott Neil. Scott was also a part of the 12 Strong, The Horse Soldier Green Beret team that was one of the first sent into Afghanistan after 9/11. Scott, a retired Master Sargent, talks his love of bourbon and gives us an inside story of the real 12 Strong story you would not have seen depicted by Chris Hemsworth in the movie. About Horse Soldier Bourbon:Much of our brotherhood was forged in fire during the first days after the 9/11 attacks. Immediately following this affront on our nation, the USA responded with a daring insertion of small teams of Green Berets into northern Afghanistan. The Northern Alliance successfully overthrew Mazar-i-Sharif, a Taliban stronghold, with the support of these brave men. This region's inhospitable, mountainous terrain made efforts and enemy engagements on wild Afghan horses a necessity for one Special Operations team (ODA595). Nicknamed the “Horse Soldiers”, all these brave men are honored today by America's Response Monument overlooking “Ground Zero” in New York City.We make history and continue to live legendary lives by instilling family values, adventurous spirits, and pride into Horse Soldier Bourbon Whiskey.The New York City Port Authority has donated to our team steel recovered from the World Trade Center after 9/11. Each bottle of Horse Soldier is formed in molds of this steel to honor the spirit of resilience and service that arose after the attack on our nation.Check out our sponsors!Kentucky Eagle INC. - Kentucky Eagle is growing and in need of talented people with a passion for wine and spirits. We are looking for sales positions and operational roles. We are a family owned and operated company that offers above industry average compensation, up to 7.5% 401K match, health-life-dental-vision-life insurance, car allowance, and cell allowance. Positions are available in markets around Kentucky. Please visit kyeagle.netcareers to apply.Check out their website - www.kyeagle.netBlind Barrels - Blind Whiskey Tasting Kit that was born to disrupt the whiskey industry by showcasing American craft whiskey that don't make their way to liquor store shelves due to distribution limitations. Blind tastings are all about discovery, education, and removing brand bias, and Blind Barrels hits home with whiskey communities by supporting the very best in smaller distillers who are making the most amazing, innovative, and delicious products that you can't get at your liquor store.Instagram - blindbarrelswww.blindbarrels.comFollow us on Instagram @bwfpodcast

This week on the Bourbon Showdown Podcast, we continue to say thank you to all of our men and women who have served this country with a Veterans Day episode focused on the story of the Horse Soldiers and Scott Neil from Horse Soldier Bourbon. This is a team of people that found themselves under extraordinary circumstances following the tragedy of 911 and how they persevered in those circumstances. A story of a group of friends that wondered what to do next after returning to civilian life and the whiskey brand that grew from that entrepreneurial spirit and that spark to create something they could be proud of and leave to their families when they are gone. It is an amazing story and we thank Scott for his time and his service. We also want to say thank you again to all of our Veterans on this Veterans Day and thank them for their service as well as all of our active men and women serving our country today.

On this episode of The Spirited Advocate Podcast, our host Chris Swonger is joined by Scott Neil, retired Special Forces veteran and the Co-Founder and COO of Horse Soldier Bourbon! Having significant executive, operational and combat experience, Scott knows a thing or two about how to get things done under pressure. Scott shares his story with Chris about making the transition from the battlefield to the distillery, the tradition and power of American made spirits, and some of the exciting plans that lay ahead for Horse Soldier Bourbon. Plus, the two raise a glass for Veterans Day to all of those brave men and women who serve and have served our country. Follow UsTwitter @DistilledSpirit Facebook @DistilledSpiritsCouncilUSInstagram @distilledspiritscouncilLinkedIn @DistilledSpirtsCouncilPresented by Distilled Spirits Council of the United Stateswww.distilledspirits.org

On today's episode, Jack is joined by veterans and entrepreneurs, Scott Neil and Mark Nutsch.    Mark Nutsch served in the Army as a Special Forces officer. Scott Neil is a retired Green Beret Master Sergeant. Following the attacks of 9/11, they deployed to Afghanistan where their mission led them to traverse the rugged terrain by horseback. Their story was immortalized in the film 12 Strong.    Scott and Mark are also two of the co-founders of American Freedom Distillery, the makers of award-winning Horse Soldier Bourbon.   Following a storied career in Special Forces, Scott Neil went on to work with the Green Beret Foundation, developing and launching a transition and resiliency program for veterans called The Next Ridgeline. Scott continues to champion for veterans via senior advisory positions with the Veterans Affairs Committees and the Senate Committee on Small Business and Entrepreneurship.    Mark is the author of the new book, Swords of Lightning: Green Beret Horse Soldiers and America's Response to 9/11.   You can check out Horse Soldier Bourbon at horsesoldierbourbon.com and follow Horse Soldier Bourbon on Instagram @horsesoldierbourbon.    Sponsors:   Navy Federal Credit Union: Today's episode is presented by Navy Federal Credit Union. Learn more about them at navyfederal.org Black Rifle Coffee Company: Today's episode is also brought to you by Black Rifle Coffee Company. Check out the latest here.    Featured Gear   Today's featured gear segment is brought to you by SIG Sauer. You can learn more about SIG here. Make a Wood Sign (IG: @makeawoodsign YouTube: @oldave100 ) Horse Soldier Bourbon  Mick Strider Custom Knives (IG: @marisa.strider )

It's This Week in Bourbon for July 29th 2022. A Task force is being formed to investigate and possibly lower taxes imposed on Kentucky bourbon. Spirit of Gallo has invested in Horse Soldier Bourbon.Four Gate drops 4 new releasesShow Notes: A Task force is being formed to investigate and possibly lower taxes imposed on Kentucky bourbon Castle & Key now has an AirBNB A free resource for learning called “Bourbon School” on YouTube by Henrik Brandt Spirit of Gallo has invested in Horse Soldier Bourbon 21c Museum Hotel's original Louisville location is an official, top-level Barrel sponsor of the Kentucky Bourbon Trail Old Louisville Whiskey is coming to Kentucky in early August ASW Distillery is releasing Fiddler Chin Music that commemorates the Atlanta Braves' 2021 Championship run 291 Colorado Whiskey and Master Blender Marianne Eaves collaborate on 291 “E” Eaves Release Four Gate Whiskey Company has announced four new releases @horsesoldierbourbon @castleandkey @the_bourbon_nerd @21clouisville @21clexington @21chotels @oldlouisvillewhiskeyco @aswdistillery @braves @distillery291 @mariannebmd @fourgatewhiskey Support this podcast on Patreon

On this week's podcast, Rad welcomes Mark Nutsch and Jim DeFelice. Mark served as a Green Beret and led one of the first Special Forces teams into Afghanistan after 9/11. Mark was trained in unconventional warfare, from using foreign weapons to adapting to riding on horseback. He recalls an amazing scene of their local allies on horseback charging against columns of Taliban tanks and leading his team through the harshest conditions just to survive. Jim is the author or co-author of sixteen New York Times bestselling books, including American Sniper, Everyman a Hero, and Swords of Lightning which he co-wrote with Mark. He shares some of the tales he learned from Mark, notably the fascinating mix of civil war-era and high-tech warfare that transpired during Mark's mission. He is a winner of the Army Historical Foundation Award for his writing and lives in the Hudson Valley. The story of Mark and the 12 horsemen of ODA 595 is dramatized in the Hollywood movie 12 Strong. Get your copy of Swords of Lightning: https://amzn.to/3bJpxMv Check out Horse Soldier Bourbon in the links below: Book website: http://swordsoflightning.com/ Horse Soldier Bourbon website: https://horsesoldierbourbon.com/ Horse Soldier Bourbon YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/HorseSoldierBourbon See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tiny ,Whisky  and Michael Walker from The peoples proof Podcast visit with Alex Hernandez the leader of CIA Team Alpha . The military covert team sent in ahead of Mark Nutsch special forces team ODA595 the inspiration for the movie 12 Strong. Its a cross podcast of epic proportions. Find out all about Horse Soldier Bourbon and all the amazing moving parts of this veteran owned Ohio Distillery   on this exciting cross podcast of The Peoples Proof and the Scotchy Bourbon Boys!www.logstilldistillery.com Support the show

The Professor and Shimmy join Jeffrey Mueller and WhisKY of The Scotchy Bourbon Boys for their first cross-pod episode!  The guys sit down with Bryan Avery of Horse Soldier Bourbon Whiskey. Plus, they get the honor to sit down with a real American hero, retired Army Sergeant Major, Green Beret, and CIA paramilitary officer and executive Alex Hernandez. Bryan tells us about the production and varieties of Horse Soldier & the history behind the real-life "Horse Soldiers" who made the idea a reality.  Alex shares war stories from his time in the CIA working with the Horse Soldiers made famous by the movie 12 strong. If you're a bourbon fan, a vet, or a military history buff, this is a must-hear!  GROW THE PROOFER NATION!  Click here to listen, like, review, subscribe and share!  http://beacons.ai/thepeoplesproof Start your own pod with PodPopuli!  Go to http://podpopuli.com

Today we hear a Combat Story that I've been looking forward to for years. As many listeners know, I closely followed the war in Afghanistan immediately following 9/11 and revered the Green Berets who rode into combat on horseback to take America's fight to the enemy. [Call to Action: Please refer your friends to www.trustsafetyinstitute.com if they're looking for high paying jobs where they can still help people and fight bad actors.]Today we hear from one of the very few men who was there, one of the Horse Soldiers as they've been called: Bob Pennington.Bob spent more than 30 years in the service, much of that with Special Forces, including kinetic operations in the Gulf War to one of the first teams on the ground in Afghanistan and more. He's a Distinguished Member of the Special Forces Regiment and in the Georgia Military Veterans' Hall of Fame.He and his Horse Soldier teammate Mark Nutsch have just released a book about their experiences in the days after 9/11 titled “Swords of Lightning: Green Beret Horse Soldiers and America's Response to 9/11.” And if his life can't get any better, he and Mark are also principals in the company that produces Horse Soldier Bourbon.I hope you enjoy this inside look into what happened from 9/10 (the day before the world changed) through the some of the first operations on the ground in Afghanistan (and enjoy some of Bob's celebrity moments given his representation as a key role in the movie 12 Strong) as much as I did.#military #veteran #greenberet #horsesoldierFind Bob Online: -Instagram - Horse Soldier Bourbon @horsesoldierbourbon https://www.instagram.com/horsesoldierbourbon/-Bob's Favorite Charities: Tunnels to Towers https://t2t.org/ and Land of the Free Foundation https://www.landofthefreefoundation.org/Find Ryan Online:-To support Combat Story and get exclusive insights, head to Patreon www.patreon.com/combatstory-Ryan's Linktree https://linktr.ee/combatstory-Merch https://www.bonfire.com/store/combatstory/-Instagram @combatstory https://www.instagram.com/combatstory-Facebook @combatstoryofficial https://fb.me/combatstoryofficial-Send us messages at https://m.me/combatstoryofficial-Email ryan@combatstory.com-Learn more about Ryan www.combatstory.com/aboutus-Intro Song: Sport Rock from Audio JungleShow Notes:0:00 - Intro 0:42 - Guest Introduction (Bob Pennington) 2:07 – Thank you for supporting The Trust & Safety Institute 2:45 - Interview begins 4:02 - Meeting Chris Hemsworth and Michael Shannon for the 12 Strong movie 7:40 - Growing up with a father in the military and early interest in Green Berets13:32 - Starting his career in Ranger Battalion after college24:37 - Being a Warrant Officer in SF community 34:51 - Combat Story - Experience in the Gulf War 50:10 - Where he was when 9/11 happened 59:48 - Mindset at the time of 9/11 and being one of the teams picked for the mission in Afghanistan 1:12:45 - Combat Story - First operations on the ground in Afghanistan 1:38:31 - Swords of Lightning book backstory and information 1:43:42 - Horse Soldier Bourbon 1:49:42 - What did you carry into combat? 1:52:05 - Would you do it again? 1:54:11 - Help connect those who served with meaningful and great paying jobs after service1:56:49 - Listener comments and shout outs

I had a chance to chat with Niki Austin from 3 Sheets Events today.  She brought by some of the food creations as well as some microbrews and wines you'll see at the first Annual Backlot Wine & Beer Weekend.  The event happens May 20 and 21 in the lot between 3 Daughters Brewing and the Old Train Station in St. Pete. The weekend raises funds for two important local non-profits: Hero to a Child which advocates for children of abuse and neglect as well as Operation Craft Beer Deployment which is a new foundation with a mission to provide craft beer to our soldiers and provide them with a taste of home.  There are two nights... with totally different vibes. Friday 6-9pm, May 20 is Wine & Jazz night. Guests may sample up to 50 wines in a sip and stroll atmosphere with live music by Hot Tonic in a night market setting with over 25 arts and craft vendors. VIP entrants can enjoy special pours in the tent sponsored by Bogle Winery along with a special catered menu. Saturday 1-4pm, May 21st is Beerfest  (Q105 will be there)with live music by local favorite, the Spazmatics. With sampling cups provided by Visit St Pete Clearwater, guests can sample over 100 craft brews. VIP guests will enjoy a beer-inspired menu (attached) from Toasted Associates along with unique local craft brews along with a special visit from Horse Soldier Bourbon. Breweries featured include Sea Dog, Bayboro, 3 Daughters, Cigar City, Motorworks and more. Many have made special and rare donations that will be up auction at the event including a Keys Weekend Giveaway Islamora Brewing. 

Tiny & Xavier have a blast tasting the Horse soldier Smal Batch and Cask Strength. Join them while they navigate the great distillery that is Horse Soldier. On this podcast of the Scotchy Bourbon Boys they talk about the amazing history that is Horse Soldier. So sit back grab a pour and enjoy the Podcast! www.logstilldistillery.com Support the show

Hosts Bridget Albert and Julie Milroy welcome Scott Neil - COO of Horse Soldier Bourbon

In this Episode of The Bourbon Life Podcast, Matt and Mark spend some time hanging out with Scott Neil, COO & Co-Founder of Horse Soldier Bourbon. The guys talk with Scott about the amazing story of the Horse Soldiers (of which he was a member) who fought in Afghanistan after 9-11 against the Taliban and served as the basis and inspiration for the creation of the brand, the creation of the Horse Soldier brand and the amazing success that they've had since they started in 2015, and the exciting new Distillery (Horse Soldier Farm) which is set to open in Somerset, Kentucky on a 227 acres site over the next couple of years. They also taste and review Horse Soldier Straight Bourbon, Horse Soldier Small Batch Bourbon, and Horse Soldier Barrel Strength Bourbon. This Episode of The Bourbon Life Podcast is sponsored by The Stave Restaurant, Frey Ranch Distillery, Three Chord Bourbon, Spirits of French Lick, Davidson Reserve, and Green River Distilling. Check out all of our amazing sponsors online at: www.thestavekentucky.com  www.freyranch.com www.threechordbourbon.com www.spiritsoffrenchlick.com www.davidsonreserve.com www.greenriverdistilling.com

For this episode we are taking a trip to the Southern Lakes Region of Kentucky. Interview with Leslie Ikerd, Tourism Director for the City of Somerset. This area is home to the largest lakes in the state with more shoreline than most coastal cities. As Leslie explains, you can customize your outdoor adventure to upscale, adventure sports, canoe, houseboating, intimate to large party ready! There is something for everyone here. This region has also seen a boom in vineyards and it's home to a new distillery getting a lot of buzz called Horse Soldier Bourbon. Start planning your Kentucky Adventure at KentuckyTourism.com.

This week The Pack is joined by retired Special Forces (Green Beret) Master Sergeant Scott Neil, the COO of Horse Soldier Bourbon (on Twitter @HorseSoldierUSA). We talk about his military career and his other endeavors up to his co-founding of Horse Soldier Bourbon. Scott was among the first to deploy after 9/11, and his exploits were featured in the blockbuster Hollywood movie ‘12 Strong'. After retirement, Scott wanted to help veterans and so oversaw and started several organizations dedicated to our Nation's service members and veterans. Later, a personal vision-quest took him on a world tour of whiskey distilleries. With some of the members of his former Special Forces A-Team, they decided to found Horse Soldier Bourbon. The process to start their own distillery was almost as difficult for them as when together they overthrew the Taliban from the backs of donkeys. Sit back, listen and savor your Commander Selection, neat. Links  https://horsesoldierbourbon.com/ https://twitter.com/HorseSoldierUSA https://www.facebook.com/horsesoldierbourbon https://greenberetfoundation.org/ https://www.facebook.com/GreenBeretFoundation https://twitter.com/Sept11Memorial https://www.taskforcedagger.org/  

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It's a special episode of Flavor Odyssey! Your hosts Robby and Randy welcome in Bobby Newman, the Executive Vice President of J.C. Newman Cigar Co., and Rob Schaefer of Horse Soldier Bourbon, as we pair our favorite J.C. Newman cigars with Horse Soldier Bourbon. Find out about this special bourbon and discuss what's up at one of the most historic cigar brands on the planet.

In a special Veterans Day episode, we are joined by retired, Special Forces Veteran Scott Neil who is the co-founder of Horse Soldier Bourbon. Horse Soldier, was co-founded by the horse-mounted Green Berets who lead America's counter-terrorism effort in Afghanistan almost immediately following the 9/11 terrorist attacks. Scott Neil has an incredible story, a warrior's mindset, and a soldier's determination with everything he does, including his current mission: growing a bourbon brand.  A huge thank you to Scott Neil, Horse Solider Bourbon, and all the United States' Veterans on this very special Veterans Day. We are thankful for everyone who has supported us. A huge shoutout to our growing Patreon Community as well! We'd appreciate it if you can take the time to give us feedback on our podcast. If you enjoy our content, consider giving us a 5 star rating on your favorite podcast app, leave us a review, and tell a fellow bourbon lover about our show. Follow  us @BourbonLens on Instagram, Facebook, & Twitter.  And please check out our Patreon to learn how you can support our endeavors, earn Bourbon Lens swag, be part of future barrel picks, and more. If you have any comments, questions, or suggestions, please email us at TheBourbonLens@Gmail.com. Visit our website BourbonLens.com to check out our blog posts, or even purchase your own Bourbon Lens tasting glass or t-shirt. Cheers,Scott, Jake, & MichaelBourbon Lens About Horse Soldier Bourbon Horse Soldier Bourbon is an all American, ultra-premium whiskey crafted by the legendary U.S. Army Green Berets who answered the country's call days after 9/11 with a daring insertion, on horseback, into northern Afghanistan. This brave and unconventional act earned them the moniker of “Horse Soldiers” and inspired them to create their awarding winning bourbon. The team has been featured in the Hollywood movie 12 Strong, the CNN documentary Legion of Brothers, and is memorialized by America's Response Monument located at Ground Zero in New York City. When the team first set out on their journey to make Horse Soldier Bourbon, they wanted to ensure they were fully immersing themselves in the art of making whiskey and learning all they could about the ingredients used, distillation, aging and design. They therefore traveled around the world visiting distilleries and brand houses to gain more information and understand everything that went into making a stellar bourbon. The result was the ability to successfully combine their new knowledge and whiskey making skills with the meticulous precision, process, and habits they gained in the military and translate both into distilling the world-class Horse Soldier Bourbon brand.  Founded in 2015, Horse Soldier Bourbon encompasses three core elements that make it the legendary spirit it is today: Authentic, the team behind the brand are an integral part of the country's history; All-American, each ingredient used to make Horse Soldier Bourbon is from the U.S, including its glass bottle, which is molded by steel recovered from the World Trade Center to commemorate the lives lost but never forgotten; And Award-Winning, to date the brand has won more than 30 awards from many of the industry's most prestigious competitions, including three Double Gold Medals at the San Francisco International Spirits Competition. Today, the team's steadfast mission is to continue to create an award-winning, legendary line of bourbons, the embodiment of the American spirit and the Horse Soldier's legacy in a bottle. Comprised of rich and complex wheat-forward whiskies, the core Horse Soldier Portfolio includes the Straight Bourbon, Small Batch Bourbon, and Barrel Strength Bourbon in addition to limited edition expressions launched annually, such as the Commander's Select Limited Edition Release.  Looking ahead, Horse Soldier Bourbon will be making its forever home in Somerset, Kentucky. Located on 225 acres of rolling countryside, they put together an award winning team of international and local architects, experiential designers, and engineers to create the Horse Soldier Distillery experience.  The new distillery will become the most southern stop on the Kentucky Bourbon Trail, joining the family of iconic distilleries that have made their home there and ensuring the Horse Soldier legacy lives on for decades to come. The Horse Soldier Bourbon Portfolio: Horse Soldier Straight Bourbon (SRP: $49.99 | 43.5% ABV):  The brand's classic recipe of authentic bourbon is made with corn, rye, and malted barley and won a Double Gold at the San Francisco World Spirits Competition in 2019. It is a balanced and robust bourbon aged a minimum of 3 years to ensure its distinctive, mellow character.  Horse Soldier Small Batch Bourbon (SRP: $69.99 | 47.5% ABV): Extraordinarily complex with notes of vanilla, ginger, and cherries, this “wheated” bourbon is made from small batches of meticulously blended mature whiskey, aged for a minimum of 6 years in new American white oak barrels. It received a Gold Medal (95 Points) at the New York International Spirits Competition and 92 Points at the International Wine & Spirits Competition.  Horse Soldier Barrel Strength Bourbon (SRP: $84.99 | 54% ABV): A uniquely complex “wheated” uncut and non-chill filtered bourbon that has matured for a minimum of 6 years in new American white oak barrels. This all-natural, all-American product just won a Double Gold in the 2021 San Francisco World Spirits Competition and was included in the Top 100 Spirits of 2020. It also earned 93 points at the New York International Spirits Competition and 92 points at the International Wine and Spirits Competition, making it a truly prized bourbon. The soft red winter wheat in the recipe provides intriguing depth and complexity to this ultimate American spirit. Commander's Select Limited Edition Single Batch Release (SRP: $595 | 65.5% ABV): An outstanding and award-winning limited annual release, most recently winning Double Gold at the San Francisco World Spirits Competition in 2019, the Commanders Select barrels are meticulously chosen each year by both Commander and Chief Warrant Officer of Special Forces ODA Team 595. Sales from the Commander's Select are all donated to maintaining the America Response Monument located at Ground Zero in New York City. This year's 2021 release will be debuted in the fall, commemorating the 20th Anniversary of 9/11. For more information, visit https://horsesoldierbourbon.com, and follow them on social media at @HorseSoldierBourbon  About Scott Neil: Scott Neil is a retired Special Forces Veteran with significant executive, operational and combat experience, having served as a Senior Advisor to several General Officers, Senior Civilian Policy Makers, National Members of Interagency Task Forces as well as several House and Senate Committee Members. Following the tragic events of 9/11, he conducted numerous successful special operation combat missions as part of the Commander's In-Extremis Forces, one of the first to lead the Direct Action and Counter-Terrorism charge into Afghanistan, Iraq, and the Horn of Africa. Scott's career highlights include serving as the Senior Enlisted Advisor to the Director of US Special Operation Command's Interagency Task Force (IATF) at MacDill AFB, FL. Provided subject matter expertise and leadership on counter-terrorism activities supporting unique intelligence, operations, inter-agency planning and collaboration of U.S. Government strategic, special operations, counter-terrorism missions. While serving at the 4 Star Headquarters, Scott provided leadership and mentoring for over 143 senior field grade special operations officers, service members, senior federal agency representatives, and contract personnel engaged in strategic planning and coordination in support of the Overseas Contingency Operations (OCO). Additionally, Scott served as the Special Operation Command's Crisis Action and Time Sensitive Planning Sergeant Major for the Commander during all emergency and emerging overseas contingency operation utilizing Special Operation Forces. Scott also served as a Board Member and Operational Advisor to a number of critical organizations such as his role as the Director of Special Operation Command's Science and Technology. Post retirement, Scott Neil has been part of Horse Soldier Bourbon since its inception in 2015. As Co-founder and COO, Scott is responsible for day-to-day operations, regional production of multiple facilities, and corporate responsibility functions. Scott actively collaborates with the George W. Bush Military Service Initiative and Team 43, a collaboration of former veterans and the former President and his staff that focuses on the power of outdoor recreational sports. He also works with several Veterans Affairs Committees and the Senate Committee on Small Business and Entrepreneurship championing key issues facing veterans establishing their own businesses.  In addition to Scott's speaking engagements mainly in Washington, DC and New York City, he is a regular contributor to major news and media outlets including Fox News, Newsmax, Global News, LA Times, and Bloomberg Business Week. Show Links: Horse Soldier Bourbon  Buy Horse Soldier Horse Soldier Bourbon (@horsesoldierbourbon) • Instagram photos and videos Post-9/11 Horseback Heroes Make American Whiskey Honoring Mission Horse soldiers from Afghan war plan Kentucky distillery | Lexington Herald Leader New Veteran-owned facility brings Bourbon Trail to Southeast Kentucky Bourbon Meets 'Staycation': New Somerset Distillery to Include Theatre, Wedding Chapel, and Cabins   

Scott Neil is a retired Special Forces Master Sergeant who was one of the original 12 soldiers on the ground in Afghanistan after the attacks of 9/11 on the United States. After serving his country Scott retired and helped to create the Horse Soldier Bourbon brand that has taken the world by storm. His story of combat and business is hard to rival but easy to listen to.

On this episode we sit down with Scott Neil, a retired Special Forces Veteran and founder/COO of Horse Soldier Bourbon. Listen in to his first hand account of Green Beret operations in Afghanistan following the attack of 9/11. Also hear the story of Horse Soldier Bourbon as we taste two expressions. Find out more about Horse Soldier at: https://horsesoldierbourbon.com/ Make sure you check out The Bourbon Road at https://thebourbonroad.com and also our private Facebook group, The Bourbon Roadies.

Earlier this month, Nick Ravenhall and his brother Alex did something most of us would never dream of trying. They led a small team of swimmers through Scotland's treacherous Corryvreckan whirlpool as part of their Whisky and Waves campaign of open-water swims around Great Britain. The "Whisky Smugglers" are carrying small bottles of whisky during their swim that will be blended and sold later this year to raise money for Sea Shepherd's ocean conservation efforts in New Zealand, where the Ravenhall brothers call home. Nick joined us on the #HappyHourLive webcast along with Horse Soldier Bourbon co-founder Scott Neil. He and his partner, John Koko, were part of the U.S. Army's team of Green Berets that led the post 9/11 invasion of Afghanistan on horseback, a mission that was portrayed in the movie 12 Strong. They've turned to making whiskey now, with plans for a $150 million dollar distillery project in Somerset, Kentucky that is in the final stages of approval, but they still have adventure in their blood as well. 

Show NotesTrace, Matt, and Alexis welcome a very special guest, SFC (R) Will Summers of the Horse Soldiers who were the first to infiltrate Afghanistan after the 9/11 attacks. Will touches on the portrayal of his team in cinema as the 12 US Horse Soldiers fighting Taliban Forces, but dives deeper into the rawness of his team's mission; and how faith carried them to achieving victory. Will reminds people why it's so important to support service members and veterans, and that it is always takes a team effort. Will also promotes Horse Soldier Bourbon and the USA Cares Gala (he will be in attendance, and auctioning off signed bottles of Horse Soldier Bourbon)..Featured Guest: SFC (R) US Army 5th Group Special Forces, Will Summerswill@horsesoldierbourbon.comwww.horsesoldierbourbon.com.Show Linkswww.usacares.orgFB - @usacaresorgTwitter - @USACaresIG - @usacaresYouTube - USA Cares YouTube

On this episode the guys have special guest, Quinny and Bad Boy talking about the nationals and canceled culture while enjoying Horse Soldier bourbon.  More to come.  

We had an absolute amazing bourbon whiskey called Horse Soldier! The smell and taste of this bourbon is absolutely phenomenal. This is a must try bourbon in my book and at an  incredible price. We discussed a serious dad move, "dad shoes", tattoos & and our worst "big dick" problems. 

Police reform + internal issues + Horse Soldier Bourbon= an episode you don't want to miss.  Heres what happened step by step (timeline) :  Pete and Ayman decide to record E4. Ayman:  "i have THIS " (Produces a bottle of Horse Solider Bourbon). Pete: "Ummm, YES, ill get the ice." Ayman: "lets talk about police reform, shitbags and bourbon." Pete: "F-it.  YES" An hour later an episode was formed. There is some cringing involved - this is beyond our control.  Special props to Havok Journal and Horse Soldier Bourbon (we aren't profiting or endorsed from either - we just love these guys).  https://horsesoldierbourbon.com/ https://havokjournal.com/

We interview Joey Ledet, the general manager of The Urban Stillhouse. They are owned by American Freedom Distillery, feature Horse Soldier Bourbon, and have a huge two-story 16,000 sq. ft. space with amazing cuisine. At the top of the show, we have Abby Allen with her recipe for Sous Vide Duck Breast and Root Vegetable Gratin.

Guy and Major Nutsch discuss the inception of his bourbon and getting it to fruition.

Someone has to be the first. When the U.S. military enters an international conflict, some soldier has to be the first to lead his unit into combat. That soldier is like the tip of a dagger, bravely entering a life and death conflict. Today we'll learn the remarkable story of a young Kansas man who served his nation in this amazing way. Mark Nutsch is the former commander of the first Green Beret unit which went in to Afghanistan after the bombing of 9-11. His harrowing and heroic true story would become a major motion picture. Mark Nutsch grew up near Washington, Kansas. Today his family farms in Wabaunsee County near the rural community of Alma, population 783 people. Now, that's rural.  Mark came to K-State where he joined the college rodeo team. After graduating from K-State, he joined the U.S. Army and became an officer in the special forces. He was captain of a unit called Operational Detachment-Alpha 595 and led missions to Uzbekistan and Kuwait. In early September 2001, he joined the battalion staff. Then came Sept. 11, 2001. Terrorists hijacked planes and crashed them into New York's Twin Towers and the Pentagon. Like many people, Mark Nutsch watched it happen and tried to make sense of it all. He was with his six-month-pregnant wife and their two young children at the time. The U.S. military immediately began planning a response. It was called Task Force Dagger. Captain Mark Nutsch was reunited with his unit. They would ultimately be designated to be the first to go fight the Taliban.  Mark Nutsch's 12-man unit was an experienced, mature crew. “We averaged 32 years old, had eight years' experience, and most of us were married with two kids,” Mark said. The unit faced the tallest of odds. They would be outgunned and outnumbered 40-to-one, in unfamiliar enemy territory with uncertain allies.  On Oct. 19, 2001, Mark and his unit were helicoptered into Uzbekistan. There they connected with local Muslim soldiers who also opposed the Taliban. They began the campaign to retake Afghanistan. But instead of jeeps or tanks, the local Afghan fighters used an unexpected type of transportation: Horses. Fortunately, farmboy Mark Nutsch knew his way around horses. He gave some quick riding lessons to his fellow soldiers. K-State President Richard Myers, then Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, recalled receiving the unprecedented request to airlift saddles, saddle blankets and hay to the site. The military did so. The Afghan and American fighters would eventually go through the desert and mountains on horseback to accomplish their mission. Against the odds, all 12 men in Mark Nutsch's unit survived. Operation Enduring Freedom ended with the overthrow of the Taliban, as jubilant Afghans celebrated in the streets.  This amazing story was recounted in a best-selling book named Horse Soldiers. After the files were declassified, the story was made into a movie named 12 Strong. Mark Nutsch's character, named Captain Mitch Nelson in the movie, is portrayed in the show by actor Chris Hemsworth who also plays Thor in the Avenger series. In real life, Mark Nutsch received a Bronze Star with valor for his courage and leadership. He is now a consultant for Army Special Operations and has opened a whiskey distillery business. He also remains supportive of his family and the Flint Hills of Kansas. Mark was recently named by the Flint Hills Discovery Center Foundation as National Honorary Campaign Chair for the Foundation's Next Vistas fundraising campaign to benefit the Flint Hills Discovery Center. For more information, see www.flinthillsdiscovery.org/foundation. Someone has to be first. Some soldier has to be the first one to lead his unit into battle on behalf of his nation. In the aftermath of 9-11, it was Captain Mark Nutsch from rural Kansas who led his team on that initial mission. Now he is continuing to serve his state and nation as a volunteer with the Flint Hills Discovery Center Foundation. We commend Mark Nutsch and all soldiers, families and veterans who are making a difference with their service. I appreciate these brave young men and women who are putting duty first.  

Pour 'n Tell adds a pairing component as we are joined by retired United States Army Special Forces Capt. Mark Nutsch from Horse Soldier Bourbon, Bobby Newman from J.C. Newman and Jeff Borysiewicz from Corona Cigar Company and Florida Sun Grown. We will be pairing Horse Soldier Small Batch with The American by J.C. Newman. Join us as we talk to Mark, Bobby and Jeff about their respective brands and the pairing we are experiencing from their offerings. If you can create a similar pairing while watching, all the better. If you would like to purchase Horse Soldier Bourbon, ask for it at your local liquor store, bar or restaurant or go to horsesoldierbourbon.com to find out where to buy or buy it from their site. From the site, you can use discount code MN10

After 9/11 a group of Green Berets went into Afghanistan. They were America’s first response to the terrorism act that shook this country to its core. These brave men inspired a book - Horse Soldiers - and a major motion picture - 12 Strong. Now, some of these soldiers have joined together to form another team, a team dedicated to making some of the finest bourbon whiskey made anywhere in the world. In this, the first episode of Season Two, you can hear their story as told by the co-founder of Horse Soldier Bourbon, Scott Neil.

We honor our nation's veterans on this Veterans Day weekend with an encore presentation with Scottie Neil from Horse Soldier Bourbon who is a retired Green Beret who served in Afghanistan after 9/11.

The Chicago Cubs banned a fan from Wrigley Field for life over a hand gesture. Were the Cubs justified or is society getting too sensitive? Tony Katz](http://facebook.com/tonykatzradio) hosts Eat! Drink! Smoke! (http://facebook.com/eatdrinksmoke) with April D. Gregory (http://twitter.com/aprildgregory) and Fingers Malloy (http://facebook.com/fingersmalloyradio). They review Jack Daniel's Single Barrel Barrel Proof Tennessee Whiskey, and the Nat Sherman Timeless box press cigar. The podcast is recorded live at Blend Bar Cigar (http://blendbarcigar.com) in Indianapolis, IN. Eat! Drink! Smoke! is sponsored by Fanimation.com (http://fanimation.com) and Horse Soldier Bourbon (http://americanfreedomdistillery.com). Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez claims she met two Trump fans who also like her because of her stance on climate change. Did this chance meeting really happen?

A Utah law prevents karaoke bars from serving beer....as if you can sing karaoke without beer. In the latest episode of Eat! Drink! Smoke! (http://facebook.com/eatdrinksmoke), a school in Australia has dropped Mother's Day because some kids get upset by it. Tony Katz (http://facebook.com/tonykatzradio) thinks this is just another example of so-called adults actually harming kids more than helping them. A great review of Jack Daniel's Single Barrel Barrel Proof Tennessee Whiskey, and the Nat Sherman Timeless box press cigar. Tony and Fingers Malloy (http://facebook.com/fingersmalloyradio) also get a lesson in 'Vegas Bombs' and grapefruit margaritas from April D. Gregory (http://twitter.com/aprildgregory). A Utah law prevents karaoke bars from serving beer....as if you can sing karaoke without beer. And Rep. Ocasio-Cortez claims a Trump supporter left her a note of support. April and Fingers think the story is fishy. Eat! Drink! Smoke! is recorded live at Blend Bar Cigar (http://blendbarcigar.com) in Indianapolis, IN. The podcast is sponsored by Horse Soldier Bourbon (http://americanfreedomdistillery.com) and Fanimation.com (http://fanimation.com).

You thought Steve Carrell was tough for getting that waxing job in The 40 Year-Old Virgin, screaming "Kelly Clarkson!" as he loses his chest hair. That's nothing compared to Clarkson herself! She hosted the Billboard Music Awards while suffering from appendicitis. After the show, she flew home and had surgery. Tony Katz (http://facebook.com/tonykatzradio) hosts Eat! Drink! Smoke! (http://facebook.com/eatdrinksmoke) with April D. Gregory (http://twitter.com/aprildgregory) and Fingers Malloy (http://facebook.com/fingersmalloyradio). They review the Woodford Reserve Double Oaked and the La Palina "Goldie" cigar. The podcast is recorded live at Blend Bar Cigar (http://blendbarcigar.com) in Indianapolis, IN. Eat! Drink! Smoke! is sponsored by Fanimation.com (http://fanimation.com) and Horse Soldier Bourbon (http://americanfreedomdistillery.com). With so many Democrats running for President, how will the debate stages be figured out? And how much of a war will it bring?

As we started recording the Eat! Drink! Smoke! podcast, the news of the shooting in Poway, CA started to break. Second Amendment expert Cam Edwards (http://twitter.com/camedwards) joins the conversation to discuss how self-defense became a political subject in America. Tony Katz hosts the show at Blend Bar Cigar (http://blendbarcigar.com) in Indianapolis, IN. He's joined by Cam, Fingers Malloy (http://facebook.com/fingersmalloyradio), April D. Gregory (http://twitter.com/aprildgregory) and Jim Geraghty (http://twitter.com/jimgeraghty) of National Review. They review the 2015 Pine Ridge cabernet sauvignon and the Casa Cuba cigar from Arturo Fuente. Jim digs in on former VP Joe Biden's candidacy, and the road ahead for him. But how can he be the front runner of a party that is so attached to identity politics? And is Beto O'Rourke attractive? Eat! Drink! Smoke! is sponsored by fanimation.com (http://fanimation.com) and Horse Soldier Bourbon from American Freedom Distillery (http://americanfreedomdistillery.com).

On today’s show, the guys have the honor of sitting down with two true American heroes, Scott Neil and Bob Pennington, the real-life Green Berets portrayed in the movie, “12 Strong,” starring Chris Hemsworth and Michael Shannon. They have an incredible conversation and give an inside look into a part of our world that we rarely get to hear. They also chat about their current plans, including getting into the alcohol business with Horse Soldier Bourbon from American Freedom Distillery (https://www.americanfreedomdistillery.com/). To close out the show, the guys choose a few patriotic bangers to help send you into the weekend. Don’t miss this one, it’s incredible.

Jean is on her own this Episode . So she revisits Horse Soldier Bourbon and Talks about how to have a Successful Firefighter career. And she does her own 5 flame rating system .... ( She forgot what the rating system they were using was) --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/whiskey-fire-deparment/support

We went for Signature Barrel Strength, an immense 113 proof great tasting Bourbon this week. We really enjoyed "tasting" this one while talking about the 4th of July facts, calls and escapades. We also explain the history behind the Bourbon, making America proud. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/whiskey-fire-deparment/support