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Dutton Caliber will publish the final volume in McManus' all-encompassing Pacific War trilogy on May 2, TO THE END OF THE EARTH: The US Army and the Downfall of Japan, 1945 (Dutton Caliber; May 2023). In the series' final book, McManus wastes no time dropping readers into the violent, complicated, and heroic chaos of the Pacific War – from the liberation of the Philippines to the Japanese surrender – zeroing in on the massive impact of the US Army and the seemingly insurmountable hurdles soldiers faced in the march towards victory. For readers diving into McManus' work for this first time, TO THE END OF THE EARTH can easily be read as a standalone, a deep diveinto a pivotal year in military history, and for those who have been invested since the first book, McManus delivers a conclusion well-worth the wait. John C. McManus is Curators' Distinguished Professor of U.S. military history at the Missouri University of Science and Technology (Missouri S&T). As one of the nation's leading military historians, and a recipient ofthe prestigious GilderLehrman Prize for Military History, and the author of fourteen previous well received books on the topic, he is in frequent demand as a speaker and expert commentator. In addition to dozens of local and national radio programs, he has appeared on CNN, Fox News, C-Span, the Military Channel, the Discovery Channel, the National Geographic Channel, Netflix, the Smithsonian Network, the History Channel and PBS, among others. He also served as historical advisor for the bestselling book and documentary Salinger, the latter of which appeared nationwide in theaters and on PBS's American Masters Series. During the 2018-2019 academic year, he was inresidence at the U.S. Naval Academy as the Leo A. Shifrin Chair ofNaval and Military History, a distinguished visiting professorship. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/steve-richards/support

Links from the show:* To the End of the Earth: The US Army and the Downfall of Japan, 1945* With the 41st Division in the Southwest Pacific: A Foot Soldier's Story* Rate the show on iTunesAbout my guest:John C. McManus is Curators' Distinguished Professor of U.S. military history at the Missouri University of Science and Technology (Missouri S&T). This professorship is bestowed by the University of Missouri Board of Curators on the most outstanding scholars in the University of Missouri system. McManus is the first ever Missouri S&T faculty member in the humanities to be named Curators' Distinguished Professor. As one of the nation's leading military historians, and the author of fifteen well received books on the topic, he is in frequent demand as a speaker and expert commentator. In addition to dozens of local and national radio programs, he has appeared on Cnn.com, Fox News, C-Span, the Military Channel, the Discovery Channel, the National Geographic Channel, Netflix, the Smithsonian Network, the History Channel and PBS, among others. He also served as historical advisor for the bestselling book and documentary Salinger, the latter of which appeared nationwide in theaters and on PBS's American Masters Series. During the 2018-2019 academic year, he was in residence at the U.S. Naval Academy as the Leo A. Shifrin Chair of Naval and Military History, a distinguished visiting professorship. His current project is a major three volume history of the U.S. Army in the Pacific/Asia theater during World War II. He is the host of two podcasts, Someone Talked! in tandem with the National D-Day Memorial, and We Have Ways of Making You Talk in the USA alongside Al Murray and James Holland.  Get full access to Dispatches from the War Room at dispatchesfromthewarroom.substack.com/subscribe

Richard Mackenzie is a veteran war correspondent, producer, author and analyst. His work ranges from trekking with the Afghan mujahideen in their jihad against the Soviet Union to the Iran-Iraq war and Desert Storm. Since Sept. 11, 2001, he has spent more than four years in Iraq and Afghanistan, covering both wars. Mackenzie was the only documentary filmmaker embedded with U.S. Special Forces in Iraq. His Inside Special Forces premiered on PBS. Two other films were featured on ABC Nightline. And another launched Discovery's Military Channel.Also a public speaker, Mackenzie is widely recognized as an authority on Special Forces, terrorism, Afghanistan and international affairs.Mackenzie has more than 18 years experience traveling in South and Southeast Asia. Mackenzie's critically-acclaimed film, “Afghanistan Revealed” won a 2001 Emmy Award, a New York Film Festivals medal, a CINE Golden Eagle and other recognition. The New York Times called that documentary an "amazing" and "astonishing" film that offered "a visceral, intimate look" at Afghanistan and her people.In this episode of the Radio Resistance podcast, we interview Mr. Mackenzie and discuss the personality of the National Hero of Afghanistan, Commander Ahmad Shah Massoud.Support the show

Johnny Rodriguez is responsible for all things visual at 42 Entertainment. From custom graphics and mysterious websites, to the full-scale street murals that have suddenly appeared in places like London and Hollywood. His pieces often serve as standalone artworks in addition to the role they play as storytelling vehicles for 42's various projects. Johnny leads a diverse team of visual designers who are responsible for all online, print, event, media, mobile, environmental and collectible graphic design. Prior to 42, Johnny was part of the original team at Disney Online in 1995, designing kid-friendly Web sites as well as sites for Hollywood Records' rock and R&B artists. He left Disney for Pittard Sullivan, the award-winning LA design shop, where he led design efforts for Fox Family and the Military Channel. He later partnered with Alex Lieu at 3 Pin Media, joining 42 when the two firms merged in 2005. Outside of 42, Johnny is known as KMNDZ, a signature artist in LA's pop surrealist art scene. He took his name from the keystroke combination "command z"-because he thinks we could all use an "undo" button in life. His work has been shown at the Thinkspace and Merry Karnowsky galleries in Los Angeles, Fifty24SF and the Shooting Gallery in San Francisco, the Leonard Street Gallery in London, and England's Bristol City Museum.Follow us on socials! Twitter: @LetsGetInto_EntInstagram: @lets_get_into_it_A Jam Street Media Production See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Craig Sawyer, AKA "Sawman," grew up near Houston, TX. He got his tactical start in the U.S. Marine Corps, then quickly transitioned to the U.S. Navy to pursue high-level Special Operations as a U.S. Navy SEAL. As an Operator at SEAL Team One, Craig gained critical combat experience in Desert Shield and Desert Storm, resulting in decoration for "Heroic Service." Those operations included the capturing of the very first prisoners of the war, CSAR (Combat Search And Rescue) Operations, Sniper Operations, Reconnaissance Operations, Counter-Mine Operations, and FAV (Fast Attack Vehicle) Operations.After returning from Desert Storm, Craig served as a SEAL Sniper Instructor until being promoted to DEVGRU. While serving at SEAL Team One, Craig fought in various Martial Arts tournaments in South-East Asia, as well as SCARS (Special Combat Aggressive Reaction System) hand-to-hand training under Jerry Peterson and Lew Hicks. These experiences built upon his Martial Arts history of fighting in various tournaments, such as the Karate Olympics tournaments in Houston, TX.After serving in the Navy, Craig signed on as one of the "Original 33" Federal Air Marshals, who were in place before the 9/11 attacks against the U.S. Craig remained there for five years, reaching the management rank of J-Payband ATSAC (GS-14). At that point, Craig began contracting in the various combat zones, running tactical teams and protecting high-level U.S. Dignitaries. In 2004 and 2005, Craig was selected to serve as Agent In Charge (AIC) of High-Threat Mobile Security operations in war zones for the U.S. Department of State, responsible for the mobile teams covering all stationed and visiting U.S. Chief of Mission personnel in the region. Some of those dignitaries included U.S. Secretary of Defense Donald Rumsfeld, U.S. Ambassador John Negroponte, and other U.S. Ambassadors and key leaders.Craig remains operationally active in multiple roles. Additionally, he often instructs various advanced training courses under his Tactical Insider banner. In the entertainment industry, Craig has made a name for himself by appearing across the History Channel, Military Channel, The Today Show, Fox & Friends, Fox News, CBS Evening News, Morning Joe, and more.​Most recently, Craig launched Veterans For Child Rescue. It's a task force of senior veterans of the counter-terrorist, intelligence, federal law enforcement, international counter-poaching, and film & television communities dedicated to exposing and helping combat abusive child sex trafficking rings to create a brighter future for the children.Keep up with Craig on Facebook and Parler.

Award-winning poet, author of several non-fiction spiritually based books, artist, consultant to film and TV documentaries, serving as an interfaith minister and chaplain to many groups and organizations, ‘Rev. Bill' McDonald packs a lot of living into life. An International Motivational Speaker and relationship workshop facilitator, meditation teacher, and non-paid veteran advocate and lobbyist, his advocacy work has popularized him in all media. He's counseled several thousand veterans over the past three decades and been recognized by the US Congress and the State of California for his tireless assistance to veterans and their families dealing with Post Traumatic Stress Disorder. Bill filled an integral position on the flight crew for the Vietnam War documentary, In the Shadow of the Blade, released for theaters in the fall of 2003 by Arrowhead Films, and later shown on The Military Channel. He was one of the producers, narrators, and had an on screen presence for the PBS TV documentary called The Art of Healing. He helped inspire a ‘hopeful and upbeat' rewrite of the ending for the classic indie film “Trooper”. A Vietnam veteran with the famed ‘Tomahawks' (128th Assault Helicopter Company) in Phu Loi, South Vietnam—October 1966-October 1967, McDonald was a crew chief/door-gunner on a UH-1D Huey. He was shot down, survived numerous adventures, and received recognition for his courage and service, which included The Distinguished Flying Cross, The Bronze Star Medal, The Purple Heart, 14 Air Medals, and numerous ribbons and medals. Rev. Bill is the founder of two of the largest author organizations in North America – The American Authors Association and The Military Writers Society of America. . He fervently encourages veterans to tell their personal stories. On his return from Vietnam, he earned a B.A. degree at the University of San Francisco and an A.A. at San Jose City College. 

Award-winning poet, author of several non-fiction spiritually based books, artist, consultant to film and TV documentaries, serving as an interfaith minister and chaplain to many groups and organizations, ‘Rev. Bill’ McDonald packs a lot of living into life. An International Motivational Speaker and relationship workshop facilitator, meditation teacher, and non-paid veteran advocate and lobbyist, his advocacy work has popularized him in all media. He’s counseled several thousand veterans over the past three decades and been recognized by the US Congress and the State of California for his tireless assistance to veterans and their families dealing with Post Traumatic Stress Disorder. Bill filled an integral position on the flight crew for the Vietnam War documentary, In the Shadow of the Blade, released for theaters in the fall of 2003 by Arrowhead Films, and later shown on The Military Channel. He was one of the producers, narrators, and had an on screen presence for the PBS TV documentary called The Art of Healing. He helped inspire a ‘hopeful and upbeat’ rewrite of the ending for the classic indie film “Trooper”. A Vietnam veteran with the famed ‘Tomahawks’ (128th Assault Helicopter Company) in Phu Loi, South Vietnam—October 1966-October 1967, McDonald was a crew chief/door-gunner on a UH-1D Huey. He was shot down, survived numerous adventures, and received recognition for his courage and service, which included The Distinguished Flying Cross, The Bronze Star Medal, The Purple Heart, 14 Air Medals, and numerous ribbons and medals. Rev. Bill is the founder of two of the largest author organizations in North America – The American Authors Association and The Military Writers Society of America. . He fervently encourages veterans to tell their personal stories. On his return from Vietnam, he earned a B.A. degree at the University of San Francisco and an A.A. at San Jose City College. 

Award-winning poet, author of several non-fiction spiritually based books, artist, consultant to film and TV documentaries, serving as an interfaith minister and chaplain to many groups and organizations, ‘Rev. Bill’ McDonald packs a lot of living into life. An International Motivational Speaker and relationship workshop facilitator, meditation teacher, and non-paid veteran advocate and lobbyist, his advocacy work has popularized him in all media. He’s counseled several thousand veterans over the past three decades and been recognized by the US Congress and the State of California for his tireless assistance to veterans and their families dealing with Post Traumatic Stress Disorder. Bill filled an integral position on the flight crew for the Vietnam War documentary, In the Shadow of the Blade, released for theaters in the fall of 2003 by Arrowhead Films, and later shown on The Military Channel. He was one of the producers, narrators, and had an on screen presence for the PBS TV documentary called The Art of Healing. He helped inspire a ‘hopeful and upbeat’ rewrite of the ending for the classic indie film “Trooper”. A Vietnam veteran with the famed ‘Tomahawks’ (128th Assault Helicopter Company) in Phu Loi, South Vietnam—October 1966-October 1967, McDonald was a crew chief/door-gunner on a UH-1D Huey. He was shot down, survived numerous adventures, and received recognition for his courage and service, which included The Distinguished Flying Cross, The Bronze Star Medal, The Purple Heart, 14 Air Medals, and numerous ribbons and medals. Rev. Bill is the founder of two of the largest author organizations in North America – The American Authors Association and The Military Writers Society of America. . He fervently encourages veterans to tell their personal stories. On his return from Vietnam, he earned a B.A. degree at the University of San Francisco and an A.A. at San Jose City College.

This week we have the one and only…Lisa Morton! Lisa’s new book Calling the Spirits: A History of Seances comes out this month and with Halloween just around the corner, we thought this would be the perfect way to jump start the spooky season! And OMG do they talk about everything! From the Island of Dead Dolls to LaLaurie Mansion and the Hungry Ghost Festival in China. You’ll find out why our own Ghost Reporter Lisa Morton is one of the most respected Halloween experts in the world! Get read for 90 minutes of pre-October fun! Lisa is a screenwriter, author of non-fiction books, and prose writer whose work was described by the American Library Association’s Readers’ Advisory Guide to Horror as “consistently dark, unsettling, and frightening.” She is a six-time winner of the Bram Stoker Award®, the author of four novels and over 150 short stories, and a world-class Halloween expert who has appeared on the History Channel, the Travel Channel, the Military Channel, and in the supplements on the Blu Ray release of the movie Trick ‘R Treat. After the release of her acclaimed 2015 book Ghosts: A Haunted History, Lisa was called “one of the world’s leading authorities on the supernatural.” Her 2019 book Ghost Stories: Classic Tales of Horror and Suspense was called “a work of art” in a starred review from Publisher’s Weekly, and as a ghost expert she’s appeared on such shows as Coast to Coast, Midnight in the Desert, Paranormal Perception, and many more. Her recent releases include Weird Women: Classic Supernatural Fiction from Groundbreaking Female Writers 1852-1923 (co-edited with Leslie S. Klinger) and Calling the Spirits: A History of Seances; forthcoming in 2021 is the collection Night Terrors and Other Stories. When she’s not writing or putting together the weekly “Ghost Reports” for Ghost Magnet with Bridget Marquardt, she’s at home in the San Fernando Valley getting ready for Halloween.     Ghost Magnet Podcast Links Facebook: @GhostMagnetTV Instagram: @ghost_magnet_podcast YouTube: https://tinyurl.com/yxk5t53z Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ghost-magnet-with-bridget-marquardt/id1451559688 Libsyn: https://ghostmagnet.libsyn.com NEW - The Ghost Magnet Shop: https://www.cafepress.com/ghostmagnet   Bridget Marquardt Bridget Marquardt is best known to television audiences and pop-culture connoisseurs as the sweet and brainy star of E! Networks’ wildly popular reality show “The Girls Next Door.” After moving out of the Playboy mansion in January 2009, Marquardt hosted “Bridget’s Sexiest Beaches,” a sixteen-episode series on The Travel Channel in which she traveled the globe searching for the world’s best surf, sand, and sun in countries including Croatia, Jamaica, Thailand, Spain, Australia, and the United States.  Instagram: @BridgetMarquardt Twitter: @Bridget  Facebook: @BridgetMarquardt   Lisa Morton - The Ghost Report Everyday is Halloween to award winning horror author and Ghost Reporter Lisa Morton. She has published four novels, 150 short stories, and three books on the history of Halloween. Her most recent releases include Weird Women: Classic Supernatural Fiction by Groundbreaking Female Writer 1852-1923 (co-edited with Leslie S. Klinger) and Calling the Spirits: A History of Seances. www.lisamorton.com

For his very first podcast interview - veteran sports broadcaster Chris Myers is joined by 3-time college football champion coach URBAN MEYER. They discuss postponement of some of this year's college football - the importance of student-athletes and recruiting - Coach Meyer's relationships with Alex Smith & Tim Tebow - and what football may have in store for him in the future.

On June 6, 1944, thousands of Allied soldiers waded ashore on the beaches of Normandy to begin the liberation of Western Europe. On Omaha Beach, the 29th Infantry division and 1st Infantry division came ashore and encountered some of the fiercest resistance of the war. We interviewed Dr. John C. McManus is Curators' Distinguished Professor of U.S. military history at the Missouri University of Science and Technology. In addition to dozens of local and national radio programs, he has appeared on CNN, Fox News, C-Span, the Military Channel, the Discovery Channel, the National Geographic Channel, Netflix, the Smithsonian Network, the History Channel and PBS, among others. He also served as a historical advisor for the bestselling book and documentary Salinger, the latter of which appeared nationwide in theaters and on PBS's American Masters Series. Some of his work includes Grunts: The American Infantry Combat Experience, World War through Iraq, U.S. Military History for Dummies, and The Dead and Those About to Die, D-Day: The Big Red One at Omaha Beach. We explore the battle, the challenges, and experiences of the young men who came ashore as well as its impact on the wider conflict

This week's guest on The David Johnson Show is Navy SEAL veteran, Craig Sawyer, aka ‘Sawman', who has transitioned from his Navy SEAL and counter-terrorism military career into working in television, the Internet, humanitarian non-profit work and mentoring young veterans on their post-military lives.  In the episode, Craig shares his story of how he started initially with the Marines, but moved into the Navy SEALs in his early 20s. Craig served in the Gulf War (1990-1991), gaining combat experience in Desert Shield and Desert Storm as an Operator at SEAL Team One.  He was later promoted to the Naval Special Warfare Development Group or 'SEAL Team 6', a Counter-Terrorism unit administered by US Naval Special Warfare Command.  In the early 2000s Craig transitioned to a new role with the U.S. Air Marshal program and spent most of the ‘00s in Air Marshal service.  His military operations skills helped him get chosen to lead a military commando team in Africa to halt rhino poachers. This started his work in TV production, movies, acting, voiceover work and more in the past decade on networks like Animal Planet, the Military Channel and The History Channel.  In recent years, Craig's humanitarian efforts have manifested in his work to combat child sex trafficking through his non-profit Vets4ChildRescue - https://vets4childrescue.org. “Craig's background is so amazing, it should really give hope to other military vets looking to make a mark after military service ends,” said David Johnson, host of “The David Johnson Show”. “Craig said to me recently, "I'm in my 50's and I'm just now finding the real passion in my life." That in and of itself is a powerful story. To be in the 50's, with everything he's done, to see him writing a new chapter is very inspiring. I hope our viewers feel the same.” “The David Johnson Show” is a national voice that talks about points of interest in the American military and veteran subculture. Each show episode showcases a different guest with a different story. Sign up to get notified of new episodes at: https://thedavidjohnsonshow.com and subscribe to our YouTube channel. Follow us: Website: https://thedavidjohnsonshow.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thedavidjohnsonshow/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/DavidJohnsonSho LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-david-johnson-show/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thedavidjohnsonshow/  #TDJS #TheDavidJohnsonShow #NavySEAL #CraigSawyer #podcast #veterans #military #veteranentrepreneur #militarytransition

Rev. Michael JS.Carter is originally from Baltimore, Maryland. He moved to New York City in 1980 and lived there for 27 years, working as a professional actor before moving to Asheville. Michael is an ordained Interfaith Minister and received his BA Degree in Letters from the College of New Rochelle where he graduated cum laude. He received his Masters In Divinity Degree from Union Theological Seminary in New York City (class of 2000). He has served as a staff chaplain (Board Certified) at Lenox Hill Hospital, Beth Israel Hospital, Beth Israel Cancer Center, Methodist Hospital, and New York Hospital Queens while residing in New York City. A long-time UFO experiencer, he lectures extensively on the topic of religion and UFOs. He has appeared on the Sci-Fi Channel’s Steven Spielberg's production of Abduction Diaries, The Real 4400, and is a frequent guest on The History Channel’s production of Ancient Aliens, and UFO’s The Hidden Evidence which airs on The American Heroes Channel ( formally known as The Military Channel). He has also been interviewed by Academy Award winning actress Shirley MacLaine , George Noory's Coast to Coast AM, Beyond Belief on Gaia TV with George Noory, Contact In The Desert with Heather Wade, and Coast to Coast AM with Jimmy Church. Recently, Rev. Carter spoke at the International UFO Conference in Arizona in February 2018. In April of 2018, Rev. Carter spoke to Alabama MutualUFONetwork about Science, UFOs, and Religion. http://michaeljscarter.com

Mr. Kelly D. Venden is a decorated combat veteran with over 22 years of service in the special operations community. Now retired and a resident of San Antonio, Texas, he continues to provide contractor support to the United States Department of Defense as a Counter Improvised Explosives Devices (C-IED) operational specialist or JET (Joint Expeditionary Team) providing training, and facilitating detection and deterrence techniques and equipment. In addition, he operates two Disabled Veteran Owned Small Businesses (DVOSB) with one being Criterion Tactical, llc., a small company specializing in advanced marksmanship instruction and operational tactics for law enforcement agencies and military. And most recently Citadel Safeguard Solutions, llc which provide Armed Security services to schools. Mr. Venden gained his exceptional weapons and tactical experience while operationally assigned to the 1/75th Ranger Battalion and 1st Special Forces Operational Detachment – Delta specializing in a wide variety of advanced counter terrorist operations, classified projects and other high risk special operations activities. Following retirement from active military service, Mr. Venden joined the Federal Air Marshal program as a federal agent. His duties included designing and implementing security procedures to protect the commercial aviation industry. As a lead instructor, he was heavily involved in developing the firearms curriculum for the fledgling federal agency and training of young air marshals. During his tenure, he assisted in training of sister agencies (ICE, FBI, DEA) in protecting the nation’s transportation system. Mr. Venden also created the “Triple-Nickel” standards course that has become the embodiment of fundamentals excellence for federal agents and a national aspiration for many law enforcement and military personnel. Mr. Venden is a veteran of numerous National Command Authority contingency operations, a civilian tour in Afghanistan supporting International Security Forces, and was a participant in the rescue of Kurt Muse, an American hostage in Panama. His awards and decorations include the Purple Heart, Bronze Star for valor, and Defense Meritorious Service Medal. He is featured in three Military Channel documentaries and plays a prominent role in the book “6 Minutes to Freedom”; the story of the successful hostage rescue operation. www.criteriontactical.com On Facebook as Criterion Tactical Youtube Channel: www.youtube.com/user/kvenden007

The Total Tutor Neil Haley will interview Presidential Scholar Douglas Alan Cohn Author of The President's First Year. Douglas Alan Cohn is the writer/owner of America's longest running syndicated column, "Washington Merry Go Round" along with Eleanor Clift. A member of Critical Issues Roundtable, the Washington, D.C.-based think tank of retired generals, he is a graduate of West Point and the recipient of two Silver Stars and the Purple Heart. His previous TV appearances include A&E's Biography Channel, the Military Channel, and CNBC.  For more information, please go to http://www.douglascohn.com.  

Join Mike Lenz as he interviews professional voice actor Bob Souer.  Bob is a full-time professional story-teller and narrator. He is the Audie and Golden Earphone Award winning narrator of numerous audiobooks; as well as broadcast and non-broadcast projects for corporations and ministries world-wide.  You’ve heard Bob’s voice on CBS, NBC, PBS, the History Channel, the Military Channel, Audible.com, iTunes and many other networks and sites.  Bob shares his journey into the voice acting profession and provides great insight into staying determined and not quitting in the face of obstacles.  Head on over to mikelenzvoice.com for more information on this and other episodes.

In this episode, meet Sound Designer and Producer Cheryl Ottenritter, and listen as she builds compelling promos for Shark Week and the Military Channel, sound by sound. Cheryl also discusses how her background as a musician helps her collaborations with soundtrack composers, and explains what does a sound designer does when what is on screen makes no sound of its own.

In this episode, meet Sound Designer and Producer Cheryl Ottenritter, and listen as she builds compelling promos for Shark Week and the Military Channel, sound by sound. Cheryl also discusses how her background as a musician helps her collaborations with soundtrack composers, and explains what does a sound designer does when what is on screen makes no sound of its own.

Join us for a special episode with actor and Navy brat, Lou Diamond Phillips the host of The Military Channel's AN OFFICER AND A MOVIE which Premieres FRI, APR 1 at 8pm ET. As each film makes its Military Channel premiere, host Lou Diamond Phillips will speak with retired and active duty officers who will reflect on the themes of that night's film and also provide personal insight that puts each movie into a modern context. “To have the opportunity to discuss the real-life events and strategies of the heroic efforts of service men and women from our nation’s history is something I will cherish,” said Lou Diamond Phillips. “In Military Channel’s AN OFFICER AND A MOVIE, I am honored to pick the brains of some of America’s heroes, who experienced first-hand the themes showcased in each week’s classic war film.” In the premiere episode on Friday, April 1 at 8 PM ET, Lou Diamond Phillips and retired Marine Col. Arthur Athens discuss the themes behind the 1979 classic film The Great Santini, starring Robert Duvall, who was nominated for an Academy Award for this role. -- As the director of the U.S. Naval Academy’s Vice Admiral James B. Stockdale Center for Ethical Leadership, the former Commandant of the U.S. Merchant Marine Academy, Athens is uniquely able to comment on what it means to be a leader in the military and within a family’s home, where in his own life he has ten children. AN OFFICER AND A MOVIE will include Kelly’s Heroes, Hart’s War, Windtalkers, Three Kings, and The Dirty Dozen among others. After The Great Santini, the next three premieres are Heartbreak Ridge, Bridge at Remagen and Victory.