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John Spencer is the Chair of Urban Warfare Studies at the Modern War Institute at West Point. He joined Rep. Crenshaw to explore the historical evolution of urban combat and analyze modern strategies for conquering and defending cities. John discusses how urban warfare is playing out in Syria, Lebanon, Gaza, and Ukraine. And he envisions the most likely scenarios for a Chinese invasion of Taiwan, along with potential U.S.-Mexico counterinsurgency efforts against the cartels. • The evolution of urban warfare • Regime change and chaos in Syria • Why willpower often trumps raw numbers • Hezbollah's decimation and its implications • Israeli airstrikes in post-Assad Syria • “The way you take a city is psychologically.” • Russia's miscalculation in Kiev and Ukraine's resistance • How Gaza's conflict was unlike any other • Why banning missiles could result in more civilian casualties • Debunking the “Zero Dark Thirty” Fallacy • “Is that Batman??” • Why the pager operation wouldn't have worked in Gaza • More common misconceptions: The Abacus, Vampire, and Peace Table Fallacies • Taiwan's defenses and civilian preparation for invasion • U.S.-Mexico counterinsurgency strategies to combat cartels John Spencer currently serves as the Chair of Urban Warfare Studies at the Modern War Institute at West Point, Co-Director of the Urban Warfare Project, and host of the Urban Warfare Project podcast. He also serves as the Chair of Urban Warfare Studies with the Madison Policy Forum, a New York based think-tank. He is a founding member of the International Working Group on Subterranean Warfare. He is the author of three books: Understanding Urban Warfare, (Howgate Publishing, 2022), Connected Soldiers: Life, Leadership, and Social Connections in Modern War (Potomac Books, 2022; Winner of the 2023 Gold Medal Award, Best Military History Memoir, Military Writers Society of America), The Mini-Manual for the Urban Defender (John Spencer, 2022). Follow him on X at @SpencerGuard.
Christian Historical Fiction Talk is listener supported. When you buy things through this site, we may earn an affiliate commission.Become a patron and enjoy special perks and bonus content.Jocelyn Green returns to the podcast after a bit of an absence, so it was great to catch up with her and talk about her new book, The Hudson Collection. We discussed how she drew such rich and layered characters, how Flaco the Owl in Central Park inspired her while writing the book, and why you don't want to tango with crows. Patrons get to hear about her favorite writing pants and where you can pick up a pair. The Hudson Collection by Jocelyn GreenStep into the beguiling world of 1926 New York and discover the power of resilience, friendship, and love from award-winning author Jocelyn Green. Elsa Reisner's lifelong dream of working as an ornithologist at the American Museum of Natural History is fading as the job begins to drain her passion. But fate takes an unexpected turn when she is assigned to catalog the bequest of a recently deceased patron whose Gothic country mansion holds secrets and treasures waiting to be discovered.As Elsa delves into her task, she forms an unlikely bond with the estate's delightful gardener and her daughter, as well as an architectural salvage dealer who still bears scars from the Great War. Together, they embark on a thrilling treasure hunt for a missing relic intended to safeguard the servants' futures before the estate is sold. At the same time, Elsa's body seems to betray her with new symptoms from a childhood disease that isn't through with her yet.With the brooding veteran and her handsome colleague joining the search, Elsa must navigate the tangled web of secrets and hidden motives along with the changing state of her health. As her deadline looms ever closer, will she be able to secure a new life for her friends before the estate slips from their grasp?Get your copy of The Hudson Collection by Jocelyn Green.Jocelyn Green inspires faith and courage as the award-winning and bestselling author of numerous fiction and nonfiction books, including The Mark of the King; Wedded to War; and The 5 Love Languages Military Edition, which she coauthored with bestselling author Dr. Gary Chapman. Her books have garnered starred reviews from Booklist and Publishers Weekly, and have been honored with the Christy Award, the gold medal from the Military Writers Society of America, and the Golden Scroll Award from the Advanced Writers & Speakers Association. She graduated from Taylor University in Upland, Indiana, with a B.A. in English, concentration in writing. She loves Mexican food, Broadway musicals, pie, the color red, and reading with a cup of tea. Jocelyn lives with her husband Rob and two children in Cedar Falls, Iowa. Visit her at www.jocelyngreen.com.
For episode 164, we welcomed Steve Stratton to the show! Steve started his military career at the White House Communications Agency supporting the needs of President's Ford and Carter, Vice President's Rockefeller and Mondale and Secretary of State Henry Kissinger. His work took him around the world introducing him to new cultures, ways of thinking, and the various agencies tasked with projecting and protecting American interests abroad. The jump to the US Secret Service was an easy transition but after several years and an election campaign, Steve left for the commercial sector. Steve was awarded his Green Beret in 1986. From the 80's through 2000 he deployed with 20th Special Forces on counter-drug and training missions in the SOUTHCOM region. His civilian contractor time includes support for USCENTCOM, USSOCOM, and several intelligence agencies. Today he is retired but advising cyber security companies that support the warfighter and intelligence community. When he is not writing, you can find him mountain biking, trout fishing, or hunting in Colorado. His first novel, Shadow Tier, was named a 2023 Bronze Medal winner by the Military Writers Society of America. This book was a part of the Spear Talk book club! In our discussion we covered what it was like working in the White House with the United States Secret Service, how traveling the world for work shaped his views and appreciation for various cultures, time as a Green Beret, his Shadow Tier series and why the character of "Lance Bear Wolf" is necessary, and so much more! #thriller #greenberet #whitehouse Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Welcome to another inspiring episode of "Wake Up With Patti Katter," where we dive deep into the stories of those who have turned their challenges into opportunities for growth and success. Today, we're honored to have Steve Stratton join us—a man whose life reads like an adventure novel, yet it's all true. From his early days at the White House Communications Agency, supporting some of the most significant political figures in recent history, to earning the prestigious Green Beret and embarking on critical missions across the globe, Steve's journey is nothing short of extraordinary. But his story doesn't end there. Transitioning into the civilian sector, Steve has become a sought-after advisor in cybersecurity, all while carving out a new path as an acclaimed author. His debut novel, "Shadow Tier," not only showcases his literary talent but also earned him a 2023 Bronze Medal from the Military Writers Society of America. In this episode, Steve shares with us the trials he's faced, the lessons learned, and how he continues to overcome challenges with resilience and triumph. Join us as we explore the remarkable life of Steve Stratton, a true testament to the spirit of perseverance and the power of storytelling. Steve's official bio: Steve Stratton started his military career at the White House Communications Agency supporting the needs of President's Ford and Carter, Vice President's Rockefeller and Mondale and Secretary of State Henry Kissinger. His work took him around the world introducing him to new cultures, ways of thinking, and the various agencies tasked with projecting and protecting American interests abroad. The jump to the US Secret Service was an easy transition but after several years and an election campaign, Steve left for the commercial sector. Steve was awarded his Green Beret in 1986. From the 80's through 2000 he deployed with 20th Special Forces on counter-drug and training missions in the SOUTHCOM region. His civilian contractor time includes support for USCENTCOM, USSOCOM, and several intelligence agencies. Today he is retired but advising cyber security companies that support the warfighter and intelligence community. When he is not writing, you can find him mountain biking, trout fishing, or hunting in Colorado. His first novel, Shadow Tier, was named a 2023 Bronze Medal winner by the Military Writers Society of America. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/wakeupwithpattikatter/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/wakeupwithpattikatter/support
Military Writers Society of America Join our guests Gary Zelinski and John Cathcart SAVING HISTORY ONE STORY AT A TIME Who we are We are a nationwide association of authors, poets, and artists drawn together by the common bond of military service. Most of our members are active-duty military, retirees, or military veterans. A few are lifelong civilians who have chosen to honor our military through their writings or their art. Our only core principle is a love of the men and women who defend this nation and a deeply personal understanding of their sacrifice and dedication. Jonathan Bernstein, Curator of Arms & Armor At the National Museum of the Marine Corps. Jonathan Bernstein is the Curator of Arms & Armor Collection at the National Museum of the Marine Corps. The Museum is located on Semper Fidelis Way in Triangle, VA. Jon came aboard as the Arms & Armor Curator in August 2020 after helming the US Army Air Defense Artillery Museum for the eight years prior. With a museum career that spans three decades, he has worked in nearly every type of historical museum and done everything from paper conservation to costumed interpreter to aircraft and vehicle restoration to Supervisory Curator. He has written six books and a number of articles on military and aviation history, the majority focusing on the applications of tactical airpower in the European Theater during World War 2. His latest book, (and his third on the P-47 Thunderbolt), “Duel: P-47 vs German Light and Medium Flak” was released in October 2021.
Ian A. O'Connor is a retired USAF colonel and a recognized expert in the field of national security management. This background serves him well as the foundation for his thriller and suspense novels, which is what he devotes his time to now. Ian is about to release The Pegasus Directive, which focuses on who really killed President John F. Kennedy and all the fiendish machinations behind the assassination. The book is fiction, but full of historical accuracy. Ian is also the co-author of SCRAPPY: A Memoir of a Fighter Pilot in Korea and Vietnam. And his thriller, The Twilight of the Day, was awarded a bronze medal by the Military Writers Society of America. Copies of both of these are in the US Naval Academy and US Air Force Academy libraries. 2023 THUNDER OVER MICHIGAN Kevin Walsh,CEO of the Yankee Air Museum, fills us in on all there is to know about the 25th Yankee Air Museum event known as Thunder Over Michigan will be held on Saturday and Sunday, August 12 and 13th. There are 2 shows each day – a morning and an afternoon show. Here is the link to register for entrance. TICKETS for 2023 THUNDER OVER MICHIGAN
On this episode of And I Quote: Ryan talks with writer, editor and graphic designer, Mike McPhail of eSpeck Books. We will also be taking your questions! Mike McPhail's love of the science fiction genre sparked a life-long interest in science, technology, and developing an understanding of the human condition—all of which played an important role in his writing, art, and game design. These, in turn, are built upon his background in Applied Science and training as an Aeronautical Engineer, all of which were aimed at becoming a NASA mission specialist. As a professional author, he has been involved in numerous projects, but he is best known as the creator and series editor of the award-winning Defending the Future military science fiction anthologies—now in their second decade of publication. His body of work has been formally recognized with his acceptance into SFWA, the Science Fiction and Fantasy Writers of America. As a graphic designer, he is the owner of McP Digital Graphics (founded in 2006), a company established to provide cover art, design, layout, and prepress services. This built upon not only his experience as a game designer, but primarily from his time as the Proofing Supervisor for Phoenix Color Corp doing cover work for the great publishing houses. As a publisher, he is the co-owner of eSpec Books LLC (since 2014), where his graphics company has become the inhouse design arm of production. As Airman McPhail, he is a member of the Military Writers Society of America and is dedicated to helping his fellow service members (and those deserving civilians) in their efforts to become authors, editors, or artist, as well as supporting related organization in their efforts to help those "who have given their all for us." Follow Mike McPhail on Social Media: Website: http://www.especbooks.com/index.html Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Mike-McPhail/author/B002HESFH2?ref=ap_rdr&store_ref=ap_rdr&isDramIntegrated=true&shoppingPortalEnabled=true Follow Ryan on Social Media: Linktree: https://linktr.ee/ryanandiquote Make Sure to LIKE, COMMENT, & SUBSCRIBE! Nerd Culture MERCH!!! www.nerdculture.threadless.com HWWS NC Merch - https://hwwswebtv.threadless.com/design DONATE to our Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/itsnerdculture Follow: Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/itsnerdculture/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/itsnerdculture Twitter :https://twitter.com/itsNerdCulture Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/itsnerdculture
Christian Historical Fiction Talk is listener supported. When you buy things through this site, we may earn an affiliate commission.Become a patron and enjoy special perks and bonus content.Jocelyn Green stopped by the podcast this week to chat about her new book, The Metropolitan Affair. It's a fabulous book with a female Egyptologist set in New York City in the roaring 20s. We had such a fun talk discussing everything she learned about Egyptology, the real places in New York City that make an appearance, and our mutual love for the Great British Bake Off, including why she'd never attempt a recipe from the show. Patrons also get to hear which is her favorite Broadway show and why. We threw in lots of laughs along the way! The Metropolitan Affair by Jocelyn GreenBestselling author Jocelyn Green sweeps you away in a dazzling novel of secrets, betrayal, and romance within one of New York City's most esteemed museums.For years her explorer father promised Dr. Lauren Westlake she'd accompany him on one of his Egyptian expeditions. But as the empty promises mounted, Lauren determined to earn her own way. Now the assistant curator of Egyptology for the Metropolitan Museum of Art, Lauren receives two unexpected invitations.The first is her repentant father's offer to finally bring her to Egypt as his colleague on a new expedition. The second is a chance to enter the world of New York's wealthiest patrons who have been victims of art fraud.With Egyptomania sweeping the city after the discovery of King Tut's tomb, Detective Joe Caravello is on the hunt for a notorious forger preying on the open wallets of New York's high society. Dr. Westlake is just the expert he needs to help him track the criminal. Together they search for the truth, and the closer Lauren and Joe get to discovering the forger's identity, the more entangled they become in a web of deception and crime.Get your copy of The Metropolitan Affair by Jocelyn Green.Jocelyn Green inspires faith and courage as the award-winning and bestselling author of numerous fiction and nonfiction books, including The Mark of the King; Wedded to War; and The 5 Love Languages Military Edition, which she coauthored with bestselling author Dr. Gary Chapman. Her books have garnered starred reviews from Booklist and Publishers Weekly, and have been honored with the Christy Award, the gold medal from the Military Writers Society of America, and the Golden Scroll Award from the Advanced Writers & Speakers Association. She graduated from Taylor University in Upland, Indiana, with a B.A. in English, concentration in writing. She loves Mexican food, Broadway musicals, pie, the color red, and reading with a cup of tea. Jocelyn lives with her husband Rob and two children in Cedar Falls, Iowa. Visit her at www.jocelyngreen.com.
Links from the show:* Buy Mike's books* Connect with Mike* Rate the showAbout my guest:Mike Guardia is an internationally-recognized author and military historian. A veteran of the United States Army, he served six years on active duty (2008-2014) as an Armor Officer. He is the author of the widely-acclaimed Hal Moore: A Soldier Once…and Always, the first-ever biography chronicling the life of LTG Harold G. Moore, whose battlefield leadership was popularized by the film “We Were Soldiers,” starring Mel Gibson.He has twice been nominated for the Army Historical Foundation's Distinguished Book Award and was named “Author of the Year” in 2021 by the Military Writers Society of America.As a speaker, he hosts the lecture series “Hal Moore: Lessons in Leadership,” which is available for presentation at schools, businesses, and civic organizations worldwide.Mike Guardia has given presentations at the US Special Operations Command, the International Spy Museum, and the George Bush (41) Presidential Library. His work has been reviewed in the Washington Times; Military Review; Vietnam Magazine; The Cannata Report; DefenceWeb South Africa; and Soldier Magazine UK.His media appearances include: Good Morning Texas; Inside Track; The Rod Arquette Show; Barracks Talk; Frontlines of Freedom; and Military Network Radio.He holds a BA and MA in American History from the University of Houston. He currently lives in Minnesota. Get full access to Dispatches from the War Room at dispatchesfromthewarroom.substack.com/subscribe
Blaine Pardoe is a New York Times Bestselling and award winning author of numerous books in the true crime, science fiction, military history, political thriller, horror, humor, and business management genres. He is a regular contributor to a number of mainstream conservative news sites including American Thinker, PJ Media, American Greatness, Bizpac Review, and others. Mr. Pardoe has been a featured speaker at the US National Archives, the United States Navy Museum, and the New York Military Affairs Symposium. He was awarded the State History Award in 2011 by the Historical Society of Michigan and is a silver medal winner from the Military Writers Society of America in 2010. In 2013 Mr. Pardoe won the Harriet Quimby Award from the Michigan Aviation Hall of Fame for his contributions to aviation history.
Happy New Year from all of us at Veterans Radio! One of our favorite programs from 2022. How Can You Mend This Purple Heart. In this riveting first novel, winner of the Military Writers Society of America 2010 Silver Medal Award, author T.L. Gould draws upon his experience recovering in a military hospital to create a plain truth, no-holds-barred narrative, stark in its simplicity, detail and humor. From dressing changes and morphine drips to off-site forays under a fence and into neighborhood bars and brothels, Gould chronicles the precipitous journey to recovery of the men of Ward 2B; how they learned to walk again,to love again, and to triumph over the most impossible odds. Click here for more information “BETWEEN THE LINES” Dwight Jon Zimmerman is a frequent contributor and guest on Veterans Radio. He is an award-winning writer on a variety of subject, but mostly man of the unknown facts about America's military history. Dwight's latest publication is a newsletter called “Between the Lines” and can be found here.
Episode 114: In this Equestrian Author Spotlight, you'll meet Robin Hutton, author of Sgt. Reckless: America's War Horse. Robin Hutton has spent her adult life working in major event productions and the motion picture business. She was the writing and producing partner of Tom “Billy Jack” Laughlin for over thirty years until his death in 2013. Currently she is President of Angels Without Wings, Inc., a 501(c)3 non-profit corporation that spearheaded the development and dedication of six national monuments to Sgt. Reckless, the famous Korean War horse. Her first book, Sgt. Reckless: America‘s War Horse, was a New York Times Bestseller, as well as the 2015 Equine Book of the Year from American Horse Publications, and a 2016 Gold Medal winner from Military Writers Society of America. Her latest book, War Animals: The Unsung Heroes of World War II, was a 2019 Gold Medal winner from Military Writers Society of America. The heroes in this book inspired a new project, the Animals in War & Peace Medal of Bravery and Distinguished Service Medals. The inaugural ceremony for this medal was held on November 14, 2019 in Washington, DC on Capitol Hill. This ceremony also launched the Animals In War & Peace Museum - a traveling museum to commemorate these war animals who fought side-by-side with our military war heroes. Saddle up for a conversation about animals in service, gratitude, and staying on the path toward our dreams. Show notes: https://www.carlykadecreative.com/blog/episode-114-on-sgt-reckless-the-mighty-marine-americas-war-horse-with-robin-hutton-equestrian-author-spotlight-podcast Want a free guide to secrets of horse book authors? Gallop over to https://www.carlykadecreative.com/wisdom.html and join the Equestrian Author Spotlight email list to have the author advice resource delivered instantly to your inbox.
Introducing Retired U.S. Navy Captains Jaime Navarro and Valerie Ormond • Jaime's lessons learned with others about experiences joining the Navy and earning his way to a commission and retiring as a Navy Captain.• Valerie's books based on lessons learned in the Navy and sharing those lessons through stories that appeal to the young adult age group• Jaime's mentorship of midshipmen at the Naval Academy, friends' children, and anyone with an interest in joining the military and providing positive feedback on his experiences.• How Valerie helps other writers and small business owners with what she has learned since her Navy retirement.Jaime Navarro grew up in El Paso, Texas, enlisted in the U.S. Navy, and graduated from the United States Naval Academy completing over 36 years of service. He flew the P3-Orion and assorted U.S. Naval aircraft, accumulated over 3,500 flight hours, and commanded Training Squadron THIRTY-ONE. He completed operational assignments in aviation squadrons and aboard ships spanning the globe. He retired as a Navy Captain. Post-Navy retirement, Jaime worked as a Navy contractor. He then became a camp counselor and maintenance man at the local YMCA Camp Letts and volunteered at his church with carpentry, painting, and organizational skills. When not working or volunteering, Jaime became an accomplished equestrian spending nine years riding and competing in the National Capital Adult Equestrian League (NCAEL) team helping his team earn the first place Championship in the eight-team league.Valerie Ormond retired as a Navy Captain after a 25-year career as an intelligence officer and then founded her own business, Veteran Writing Services, LLC. She provides companies and organizations professional writing, editing, and consulting services. Valerie has authored three novels centered around a military family. Her education includes a Master of Strategic Studies from the U.S. Army War College; a Master of Strategic Intelligence from the National Intelligence University; and a Bachelor of Arts in English and Mass Communication from Towson University. She is also a graduate of Syracuse University's Institute for Veterans and Military Families' Veteran Women Igniting the Spirit of Entrepreneurship (V-WISE) program. She belongs to numerous military and Veterans' organizations including Disabled American Veterans, the American Legion, and Naval Intelligence Professionals. She served on the Board of Directors for the Southwest Veterans' Business Resource Center and is the incoming Vice President of the Military Writers Society of America. For more information, please see www.believinginhorses.com and www.veteranwritingservices.com .Brought to you by J.C. Cooley Foundation "Equipping the Youth of Today for the Challenges of Tomorrow" and OPPs4Vets.Support the show: http://www.cooleyfoundation.org/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Introducing Co-Host Albert R. Renteria Retired Marine Corps chief warrant officer Albert R. Renteria served in the Marine Corps for 26 years. The ARRC® was founded by Albert R. Renteria April 1, 2000, and is a Service-Disabled Veteran Owned Business advocating for the military and Veterans by providing expertise in business development and joint venture opportunities with commercial corporations.http://www.TheARRC.com/abouthttp://www.opps4vets.com/aboutThis Veterans Week we are celebrating and honoring Six veterans and their contributions within society: Valerie Ormond: United States Navy Captain Dr. Tammy Foster-Knight: United States Air Force Leonard Casiple: United States Army Daniel Garcia Payne: United States Marines Albert LaJeunesse: United States Marines Marilyn Jackson: United States Air Force Valerie Ormond retired as a Navy Captain after a 25-year career as an intelligence officer and then founded her own business, Veteran Writing Services, LLC. She provides companies and organizations professional writing, editing, and consulting services. Valerie has authored three novels centered around a military family. Believing In Horses, Believing In Horses, Too, and Believing In Horses Out West has won thirteen national and international awards including Gold Medals in the Military Writers Society of America (MWSA) book awards and first place in the National Federation of Press Women's national communication contest. Her fiction and non-fiction stories and poems have been published in ten books, and her articles have appeared internationally in magazines, newspapers, and blogs. For more information, please see www.believinginhorses.com and www.veteranwritingservices.com.Social Media:https://youtu.be/2GeDC7NBamADr. Tammy Foster-Knight brings 35 years of comprehensive blue-chip experience in military leadership, human capital development, business development, community service, and post-graduate academia. She spent 23+ years on active Air Force duty, entering in August 1987 as an Airman Basic/E-1. Having served in 10 different locations, including a 7-month deployment to Iraq, Dr. Foster-Knight retired in June 2011 as a Major/O-4, Manpower & Personnel officer. As an extension of her military service and the President of Dr. Tammy Foster-Knight, LLC; she advises organizations on the dynamics of leadership development, complex communications, and performance management.Social Media:LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/dr-tammy-foster-knightLeonard Casiple is a first-generation American who spent most of his 21-year career in US Army Special Operations as a Psychological Operations Specialist and Green Beret. He wakes up every day energized to help enhance the world. He finds meaning by deconstructing ideas, uncovering blind spots, and by seeking out new knowledge to map out efficient economic, political, and social ecosystems. His experience includes linguistics, area and cultural studies, strategic planning, operations, and crisis management, cross-regional logistics, and strategic community outreach.Daniel Garcia Payne was born and raised in San Jose, CA. He has been married 46 years to Mary Lynn Payne and they have two daughters Rachel and Rebecca. Daniel enlisted in the Marines on the 19th of July 1973. He had the intention of only doing 4 years then getting out and using the GI bill for college. He qualified for electronics school upon completion of boot camp and became a Missile Technician with a guided missile system. At the end of his enlistment, he was offered a re-enlistment bonus to re-enlist for another four years. Daniel took advantage of the offer and remained in the Marines for another four years. At the end of that time, he was offered another re-enlistment bonus and again re-enlisted. By this time consideration of making the Marines was discussed with his wife. He stayed in and put in for an Officers program. He was a single selection in his whole field with over two thousand applicants. Retired from the Marine Corps after 21 years of active-duty service and continued service as a federal government civilian. Current position is Senior Cyber Security Analyst for General Dynamics Information Technology (GDIT) in support of USAREUR in Wiesbaden Germany.Marilyn Jackson is a USAF Veteran (Electronic Crypto), Military Spouse (Army), and DoD Employee (Network Ops & Security & Intel) and is currently CEO of Undergrad Technologies, a Digital Technology and Engineering firm headquartered in Atlanta, GA. Marilyn has spent over two decades in senior-level assignments innovating and ushering Fortune 500 companies into the Digital Age. Before founding Undergrid Technologies, Marilyn was one of the leaders of Verizon Innovation Vertical Team, the forward-looking Think Tank for new digital products and services. Brought to you by J.C. Cooley Foundation "Equipping the Youth of Today for the Challenges of Tomorrow" and OPPs4Vets " Handshakes not Handouts".Support the show: http://www.cooleyfoundation.org/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
In this Equestrian Author Spotlight, Valerie Ormond, author of the Believing in Horses series, returns to the show. Saddle up for a conversation on revisiting a series after a seven year break, the importance of winning awards, and how trips to various dude ranches inspired her to write her newest book, Believing in Horses Out West. Valerie Ormond retired as a Navy Captain after a 25-year career as a Naval intelligence officer and then founded her own business, Veteran Writing Services, LLC, providing companies and organizations professional writing, editing, and consulting services. Valerie's first two novels, Believing In Horses, and Believing In Horses, Too, won eight national and international awards including Gold Medals in the Military Writers Society of America book awards. Her most recent novel, Believing In Horses Out West, won first place in the National Federation of Press Women's at-large communication contest and is currently being judged in the national competition. Her fiction and non-fiction stories and poems have been published in eight books, and her articles have appeared internationally in magazines, newspapers, and blogs. Show notes: https://www.carlykadecreative.com/blog/episode-113-on-revisiting-a-series-awards-dude-ranch-research-trips-with-valerie-ormond-equestrian-author-spotlight-podcast Want a free guide to secrets of horse book authors? Gallop over to https://www.carlykadecreative.com/wisdom.html and join the Equestrian Author Spotlight email list to have the author advice resource delivered instantly to your inbox.
On June 19, 1864, a fourteen-month chase culminated in one of the most dramatic naval battles in history. The dreaded Confederate raider Alabama faced the Union warship Kearsarge in an all-or-nothing fight to the death, and the outcome would effectively end the threat of the Confederacy on the high seas. Award-winning and bestselling historians Phil Keith (who was a US Navy Captain) and Tom Clavin share this riveting, mostly untold, story in To the Uttermost Ends of the Earth: The Epic Hunt for the South's Most Feared Ship―and the Greatest Sea Battle of the Civil War (Hanover Square Press). Informed by comprehensive research, extensive photos, maps, and the authors' expertise, the book is a fresh blend of military, naval, and Civil War history. The authors' last book, All Blood Runs Red, was a New York Times Book Review Editors' Choice, and praised by the Christian Science Monitor, Booklist, and more, and the pair are known for gripping yet substantiative narratives. In To the Uttermost Ends of the Earth, Keith and Clavin introduce some of the crucial but historically overlooked Civil War players, including John Winslow, captain of the USS Kearsarge, as well as Raphael Semmes, captain of the CSS Alabama. Readers will sail aboard the Kearsarge as Winslow embarks for Europe with a set of simple orders from the secretary of the navy: "Travel to the uttermost ends of the earth, if necessary, to find and destroy the Alabama." Winslow pursued Semmes in a spectacular fourteen-month chase over international waters, culminating in what would become the climactic sea battle of the Civil War. Today: The Confederate raider currently lies in French territorial waters and is the focus of a transcontinental salvage effort to raise funds for dives at the site, the recovery of artifacts, and more historical research. While parts of it have been brought up, most of the ship still lies on the ocean floor. Most Civil War narratives focus on the battles fought on land, but To the Uttermost Ends of the Earth is a riveting, deep dive into the greatest sea battle of the war. ABOUT THE AUTHORS Phil Keith (1946-2021) was the author of six books, including Blackhorse Riders, which won the 2012 award from USA Book News for Best Military Non-Fiction, was a finalist for the 2013 Colby Award, and earned a 2013 silver medal from Military Writers Society of America. He held a degree in history from Harvard and was a former Navy aviator. During three tours in Vietnam, he served with distinction and was awarded, among other decorations, the Purple Heart, Air Medal, Presidential Unit Citation, and the Navy Commendation Medal. Tom Clavin is the author of eighteen nonfiction books and has worked as a newspaper editor, magazine writer, TV and radio commentator, and reporter for The New York Times covering a variety of topics. His two most recent books, Blood and Treasure: Daniel Boone and the Fight for America's First Frontier (with Bob Drury) and Lightning Down: A World War II Story of Survival, were national bestsellers. Other bestselling titles include Dodge City, The Heart of Everything That Is, Tombstone, and The Last Stand of Fox Company. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/steve-richards/support
When Sarajane Giere was asked by Tom Dutta why her story fits the hero's journey narrative, she wrote this: "...it's also my story and the journey of our 52 years of marriage. I've learned how my grief has turned to joy in the writing, how my pilot and I sacrificed for the sake of our marriage instead of each other, and lastly, how my gratitude grows and sustains me each day as I go forward." Giere offers a uniquely intimate glimpse into the life of a military wife as she tells the story of her fighter pilot husband, Bernie, a Vietnam Veteran who flew 214 combat missions in the war. With soaring love and explicit honesty, she recounts the terror of the Vietnam years and the lifelong sacrifices that affected her pilot's life and death. Giere, a spunky military wife with a keen knack for storytelling, recounts her fighter pilot's eventful Vietnam years through his handwritten letters and moving personal accounts. The harrowing shoot-down in enemy territory, the joy upon learning he had a son, and the loneliness of separation are among the many subjects covered. All the while, Sarajane worked with a local police detective to uncover evidence that brought one of her neighbors to justice. With a knack for detail, she recounts the uncertain years with Pan Am and her husband Bernie's missions with the NY Air National Guard's world-class 106th Rescue and Recovery Wing for 25 years. The love that brought this intrepid couple together during their college years can be felt through the words on every page. Their bond remained strong for 52 years, helping them grasp the courage they needed upon learning of Bernie's ALS diagnosis later in life. In telling their story, she honors her family, which includes the military community and the nation that she holds dear to her heart. Author Giere's latest book, My Pilot A Story of War, Love and ALS, wraps the entire interview into a spectacular finish. My Pilot has won three literary awards: The Independent Press Award, The Military Writers Society of America's Silver Medal Award, and the NYC Big Book Award.
TERRY GOULD WRITES ABOUT FELLOW SOLDIERS AND PURPLE HEARTS Like the Afghan war today and the ten-year-war in Iraq, the Vietnam War tore at the bodies and souls of those who served, particularly the nearly 1,100 Americans who lost multiple limbs and returned home from Vietnam to face a different kind of battle: acceptance. In this riveting first novel, winner of the Military Writers Society of America 2010 Silver Medal Award, author T.L. Gould draws upon his experience recovering in a military hospital to create a plain truth, no-holds-barred narrative, stark in its simplicity, detail and humor. From dressing changes and morphine drips to off-site forays under a fence and into neighborhood bars and brothels, Gould chronicles the precipitous journey to recovery of the men of Ward 2B; how they learned to walk again,to love again, and to triumph over the most impossible odds. Home | Mend This Purple Heart (howcanyoumendthispurpleheart.com) “BETWEEN THE LINES” Dwight Jon Zimmerman is a frequent contributor and guest on Veterans Radio. He is an award-winning writer on a variety of subject, but mostly man of the unknown facts about America's military history. His latest publication is a newsletter called “Between the Lines” and can be found here.
Mike Guardia is a Veteran author who has wrote alongside Lt. Col. Hal Moore, is internationally recognized, a military historian, has had numerous nominations and was named the "Author of the Year" in 2021 by the Military Writers Society of America. Mike is a fellow brother and a part of the DVR Family, it's always a fun and wonderous time when he's able to grace us with his presence. May 07, 2022, Mike joined the BARRACKS TALK crew to discuss his latest book "The Combat Diaries: True Stories from the Frontlines of World War II". Find out what captivated him during the research and writing process as well as how impactful his writings have been, to him as a person and author, over the years. LINKS Buy The Book: https://read.amazon.com/kp/embed?asin=B09X3QKHGZ&preview=newtab&linkCode=kpe&ref_=cm_sw_r_kb_dp_CBHJ82ST728SSHWMCRGQ Listen to the full BARRACKS TALK episode: https://dvradionetwork.podbean.com/e/the-new-iron-curtain/ Join The DV Radio Newsletter: https://bit.ly/DVRadio_Newsletter
March 21, 2022 - Who were the young American pilots who launched their fighter jets into the wild blue yonder during the first Gulf Wear, aiming to pry tiny Kuwait from Saddam Hussein's fist? In this episode, we'll travel back to January 17, 1991, as Desert Shield transforms into Desert Storm high in the skies over Iraq. Once there, we'll meet those American airmen -- and the teams on the ground that kept their F-15C's flying against Soviet MiG-29 Fulcrums -- with internationally acclaimed military historian and U.S. Army veteran Mike Guardia who brings us Skybreak: The 58th Fighter Squadron in Desert Storm. Mike Guardia served six years on active duty as an Armor Officer and is widely praised for his acclaimed biography Hal Moore: A Soldier Once…and Always, chronicling the life of LTG Harold G. Moore, whose leadership you may recall from the Mel Gibson's portrayal in the film We Were Soldiers. Mike has been nominated for the Army Historical Foundation's Distinguished Book Award not once but twice. In 2021, he was named Author of the Year by the Military Writers Society of America. Visit our guest at MikeGuardia.com, or on Facebook, Twitter and LinkedIn.
Today I'm sharing a conversation with Jocelyn Green about her newest novel, Drawn by the Current, which is the #1 New Release in Religious Historical Fiction on Amazon. It's also the final installment of her fantastic Windy City Saga trilogy. Jocelyn Green inspires faith and courage as the award-winning and bestselling author of numerous fiction and nonfiction books, including The Mark of the King, Wedded to War, and The 5 Love Languages Military Edition, which she coauthored with bestselling author Dr. Gary Chapman. Her books have garnered starred reviews from Booklist and Publishers Weekly, and have been honored with the Christy Award, the gold medal from the Military Writers Society of America, and the Golden Scroll Award from the Advanced Writers & Speakers Association. She loves Mexican food, Broadway musicals, strawberry rhubarb pie, the color red, and reading with a cup of tea. Jocelyn lives with her husband Rob and two children in Cedar Falls, Iowa. Purchase Drawn by the Current on Amazon (affiliate). Purchase Drawn by the Current on Bookshop (affiliate). Purchase the entire Windy City Saga on Amazon (affiliate). Find out about the Windy City Saga Tour coming up in April! Check out Jocelyn's website, Facebook, and Instagram. Join my community and help support the show on Patreon! Join the Historical Fiction: Unpacked Podcast Group on Facebook! Be sure to visit my Instagram, Facebook, and website. Follow the show on Instagram! Disclosure: This post contains affiliate links. If you click them and make a purchase, you help support my work without paying any more for the product. Thank you for your support!
Combat leadership in action. From Korea to Vietnam…from Nicaragua to the Iron Curtain. On this episode of Big Blend Radio we talk with Mike Guardia about his latest book, "Danger Forward: The Forgotten Wars of General Paul F. Gorman." Based on hours of interviews and archival research this biography recounts the life and legacy of a true visionary and forgotten hero of the latter 20th Century. Paul Gorman retired as a four-star General in 1985. More: https://www.amazon.com/Mike-Guardia/e/B004QTZVL4 Mike Guardia is an award-winning author, military historian, and US Army veteran. Along with many other books, Mike is the author of the widely-acclaimed biography “Hal Moore: A Soldier Once…and Always,” that chronicles the life of LTG Harold G. Moore, whose battlefield leadership was popularized by the film “We Were Soldiers,” starring Mel Gibson. Mike was recently named “Author of the Year” in 2021 by the Military Writers Society of America. More: https://mikeguardia.com/ Mike appears on Big Blend Radio's Military History Show every 1st Monday. Follow the shows at https://blendradioandtv.com/big-blend-radio-shows/
Combat leadership in action. From Korea to Vietnam…from Nicaragua to the Iron Curtain.On this episode of Big Blend Radio we talk with Mike Guardia about his latest book, "Danger Forward: The Forgotten Wars of General Paul F. Gorman." Based on hours of interviews and archival research this biography recounts the life and legacy of a true visionary and forgotten hero of the latter 20th Century. Paul Gorman retired as a four-star General in 1985. More: https://www.amazon.com/Mike-Guardia/e/B004QTZVL4Mike Guardia is an award-winning author, military historian, and US Army veteran. Along with many other books, Mike is the author of the widely-acclaimed biography “Hal Moore: A Soldier Once…and Always,” that chronicles the life of LTG Harold G. Moore, whose battlefield leadership was popularized by the film “We Were Soldiers,” starring Mel Gibson. Mike was recently named “Author of the Year” in 2021 by the Military Writers Society of America. More: https://mikeguardia.com/Mike appears on Big Blend Radio's Military History Show every 1st Monday. Follow the shows at https://blendradioandtv.com/big-blend-radio-shows/
In this episode, I'm joined by Barbara Allen. Barbara Allen is a Gold Star Wife, keynote speaker, award-winning author, and co-host of the top podcast, American Snippets. She's also been crowned an Honorary Miss America and won a NYS Press Association award. Her work was honored with an award from the Military Writers Society of America (MWSA). She has been featured on Fox News, CNN, the Today Show, and recognized in the Military and Army Times. Her story ran in headlines across the country and now she utilizes her platform to connect and surround herself with people who have their own extraordinary stories of resilience, courage, and success. Barb's path began in 2005 when her husband, Lt Louis Allen, was killed in Iraq. Lou and the commanding officer were murdered by a fellow soldier. That soldier was ultimately acquitted after a lengthy judicial process, in spite of his submission of a guilty plea.Tune in as we get into Barb's incredible story and the many valuable lessons she learned from it that you can apply to your life today.What you'll learn in this episodeBarb's tragic story that you need to hear to believeHow Barb completely transformed who she was as a person after losing her husbandHow to overcome grief and take back your lifeWhat patriotism really looks like in America today And so much more...Connect With BarbaraFollow Jack On InstagramBarbara's WebsiteAmerican SnippetsWant More Not Most People? - Ways To Get Involved/Stay ConnectedJoin The Not Most People Email ListVisit The Official Not Most People WebsiteJoin The Not Most People Facebook Community Join The Not Most People Telegram CommunityFollow Not Most People On InstagramSubscribe & Turn On New Episode Notifications Want To Show Your Support?Leave A Review On iTunesLeave A Review On AudibleBuy Me A CoffeeThinking Of Starting A Podcast?Download The Free Podcasting Toolbox & Resource List PDFCheck Out the Lost To Listeners Podcast Creation & Launch CourseConnect With BradleyBradley's InstagramSupport the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/notmostpeople)
Valerie Ormond retired after a 25-year career as a naval intelligence officer and began her second career as a writer. She founded her own business, Veteran Writing Services, LLC, providing companies and organizations professional writing, editing, and consulting services. Valerie's novels, Believing In Horses, and Believing In Horses, Too, won Gold Medals in the Military Writers Society of America book awards and six other first-place awards in national competitions including the State of Maryland's Touch of Class Award. Her third novel, Believing In Horses Out West, releases in September 2021. Valerie's non-Fiction stories have been published in books, and her articles and poetry have appeared internationally in books, magazines, newspapers, and blogs. The Military Writers Society of America awarded her the 2019 President's Award for her work supporting the non-profit organization and other writers. On this episode, we talk about her story of joining the US Navy, becoming an entrepreneur, advice to those considering starting a business and so much more. For more visit: https://believinginhorses.com/ To purchase Valeries book: https://www.amazon.com/kindle-dbs/entity/author/B0057BXF40 Welcome to Profiles in Success and thank you for listening! For more visit: https://profilesinsuccess.com/ Work with us: https://www.bernhardtwealth.com/
In this episode, New York Times bestselling author, Lt Col H. Ripley "Rip" Rawlings, IV (Ret.) returns to The Crew Reviews to discuss his second Tyce Asher military thriller, THE KILL BOX. With over twenty-three years of active duty service as a Marine Corps infantry and Reconnaissance Officer, Rip completed ten combat and peacekeeping deployments to Afghanistan (OEF), Iraq (OIF), Saudi Arabia, and Northern Africa (OEF), among others. His last assignment was in Quantico Marine Base as the Warfighting Department Head for Marine Corps Command & Staff College. Prior to this appointment, he served as Battalion Commander, 3d Battalion, 5th Marines, the Marine Corps' storied “Darkhorse” battalion. Rawlings has received numerous awards and decorations for his service and is a recognized expert in Marine Corps infantry weapons, from anti-tank rockets and missiles to heavy machine guns and LAV 25mm gunnery. He is a member of the Military Writers Society of America, International Thriller Writers, The Authors Guild, The Wilfred Owen Association, The Cecil Scott Forester Society, The Philosophical Society of Washington, The Dorothy L Sayers Society and The Naval Order of the United States. He lives near Fairfax, Virginia. Visit him online at RipRawlings.com Keep an eye out for the knife-hand. And don't forget to subscribe to The Crew Reviews podcast, hit the "LIKE" button, and leave a comment. And if you want to learn more about the guys from The Crew or see additional author interviews, visit us at http://www.thecrewreviews.com Follow us on social media Twitter | https://twitter.com/CREWbookreviews Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/thecrewreviews Facebook | https://www.facebook.com/thecrewreviews/
Episode 2123 of the Vietnam Veteran News Podcast will feature a story about the Military Writers Society of America and its upcoming writer's workshop. The featured story appeared in The Day of New London, Connecticut and was titled: Writing on … Continue reading → The post Episode 2123 – Vietnam Vet Bill McDonald invites veterans to write a book appeared first on .
The Irish-born Father Donahey has retired from many years of service as a Catholic priest in South American countries to Winterset, Iowa. It's not to be the life of books and long rural walks that he expects. The community and the surrounding area are awash with supernatural creatures. Some are friendly, some not, but all must be dealt with in order to protect his new parish, state, country, and the wider world from chaos and destruction. Dennis Maulsby's poems and short stories have appeared in The North American Review, Mainstreet Rag, The Hawai'i Pacific Review, The Briarcliff Review (Pushcart nomination), and on National Public Radio's Themes & Variations. His Vietnam War poetry book, Remembering Willie, won silver medal book awards from two national veterans' organizations. His books, Near Death/Near Life and Free Fire Zone, published by Prolific Press, received gold medal and silver medal awards, respectively, from The Military Writers Society of America. A book of short stories, Winterset (Eric Hoffer Award winner and Global Ebook gold medal winner), and a novel, House de Gracie (Reader Views silver medal winner), were released by NeoLeaf Press in 2019 and 2020. Maulsby is an associate member of the SFWA and past president (2012 – 2014) of the Iowa Poetry Association. For more information, go to www.dennismaulsby.com. ---- Story Submission ---- Got a short story you'd like to submit? Submission guidelines can be found at TallTaleTV.com ---- About Tall Tale TV ---- My name is Chris Herron, and I narrate audiobooks. In 2015, poor control of my diabetes left me legally blind for the better part of a year. The doctors predicted an 80% chance I would never see again, but I changed the way I was living and through sheer willpower beat the odds. During this time I couldn't read or write. Two things that I had been turning to for comfort since I was a small child. With the sheer amount of stress I was under, this was devastating. My wife took me by the arm, lead me into the local library, and read out titles of audiobooks to me. I chose the audiobook versions of books I had loved such as the Disc World series, Name of the Wind, Harry Potter and more. They brought my favorite stories to life in ways I never thought possible and helped me through the darkest time of my life. Once my vision recovered, I maintained a love for audiobooks. I decided I would turn my focus from being a writer to becoming a narrator. I devised Tall Tale TV as a way to help out all the amazing authors in the writing communities I had come to love before my ordeal. I created Tall Tale TV to help aspiring authors by providing them with a promotional audiobook video. A way to showcase their skills with the written word. They say the strongest form of advertisement is word of mouth, so I provide a video to a platform of readers to help get people talking. Help them spread the word. Click the share button and let the world know about this author. ---- legal ---- All images used in this video are either original or Royalty and Attribution free. Most stock images used are provided by http://www.pixabay.com . Image attribution will be declared only when required by the copyright owner. All stories on Tall Tale TV have been submitted in accordance with the terms of service provided on http://www.talltaletv.com or obtained with permission by the author. Common Affiliates are: Amazon, Smashwords
During a wide-ranging talk about such diverse topics as the effect of language on how we view war to a discussion on finding mentors within books themselves to what it means to nurture your creative spirit and grow your talent, Katey reveals herself to be a disciplined, intelligent writer and teacher who thinks deeply about how language and the written word can shape our lives. Katey is the award-winning author of Flashes of War (stories) and Still Come Home (novel), both published by Loyola University Maryland’s Apprentice House Press. Honors for her work include the Linda Flowers Literary Award, Indie Fab Book of the Year from Foreword Reviews, a Gold Medal from the Military Writers Society of America, four Pushcart nominations, and writing fellowships in eight states. Still Come Home was named 2020 Indie Fiction Book of the Year by the Chicago Writers Association. .She lives in Celo, North Carolina, and is the founder of Maximum Impact, a transformative mentoring service for creative writers that has been recognized by both CNBC and the What Works Network. To learn more about Katey and her mentoring program, click here.
Linda Maloney - Former Naval Aviator & CEO of Veteran Women Speakers Linda Maloney enlisted in the Navy at 17, but that was just beginning of her 20 year career. It was a career that continued to blaze the trail for women aviators. She was the first woman to eject from a Martin Baker ejection seat from her A-6 aircraft in 1991 over the Atlantic Ocean. She has a passion to give a voice to veteran women's stories. Her book “Military Fly Mom”s and business Veteran Women Speakers exemplify this. Author It might have been an eight year process but the results were well worth it. After interviewing over 100 women, 70 were chosen to be featured in the coffee table style book, Military Fly Mom. It offers a collection of inspiring stories of women, who all shared the same two dreams, becoming aviators in the military and being moms. It was awarded the Military Writers Society of America 2012 Creative Nonfiction Gold Medal Award and 2012 Stars and Flags Literary Award. In addition Linda is the Project Director for the Proudly She Served project. This is another coffee table book that highlights women who have served in all different branches of the military. It tells their stories but also raises awareness of the challenges they face in transitioning out of the military. Women Veteran Speakers Linda founded, Women Veteran Speakers in 2015 as the first speaker's agency of its kind. It is a place to connect exceptional women military veterans as event speakers, trainers, coaches and facilitators to paid speaking engagements, conferences, webinars, panels and forums. Check out who else has stepped into the Veteran Crowd Spotlight. Learn More: Women Veteran Speakers Website: WomenVeteranSpeakers.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/women-veteran-speakers/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/womenvetsspeak Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/womenvetsspeak Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/womenvetspeak_lindamaloney Proudly She Serves Website: ProudlySheServed.com Twitter: https://twitter.com/ProudlySheServe Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/proudlysheserved/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/proudly-she-served/ VeteranCrowd Partners: Fund the First: Crowdfunding for our Nation's Heroes About Your Host Bob Louthan is a VMI Graduate, Army veteran, and executive with over 25 years of experience in mergers, acquisitions and private capital formation. He founded the VeteranCrowd Network to bring veterans and veteran-led businesses together with each other and the resources they need to prosper.
Katey Schultz is the author of Flashes of War, which the Daily Beast praised as an “ambitious and fearless” collection, and Still Come Home, a novel, both published by Loyola University Maryland. Honors for her work include the Linda Flowers Literary Award, Doris Betts Fiction Prize, Foreword INDIES Book of the Year for both titles, gold and silver medals from the Military Writers Society of America, five Pushcart nominations, a nomination to Best American Short Stories, National Indies Excellence Finalist recognition, and writing fellowships in eight states. She lives in Celo, North Carolina, and is the founder of Maximum Impact, a transformative mentoring service for creative writers that has been recognized by both CNBC and the What Works Network. Learn more at KateySchultz.com.
Captain Steven J. Craig (ret.) tells the story of the grounding and rescue of the USCG Cutter Jarvis on its maiden voyage to Alaska in 1972. Craig tells the story of the namesake of the cutter, Lt David Jarvis and his 1897 rescue of icebound whalers in Alaska and then the story of the 1972 Cutter Jarvis grounding. A Japanese fishing trawler came to the rescue in the best tradition of the sea. The Captain also talks about the USCG as a service and his 38 years in the service with host Jim Fausone. The Military Writers Society of America award-winning book that tells the story is "All Present and Accounted For - the 1972 Alaska Grounding of the USCG Cutter Jarvis, Heroic Efforts that Saved the Ship."
Let's go back to October of 2010 for a great pair of guests. First, since the end of US involvement The Vietnam War almost 40 years ago, there are just a few USN Commanding Officers who know what it is like for a warship under attack; one of the handful will be our first guest, CDR Kirk Lippold, USN (Ret.). He was the Commanding Officer of the USS Cole (DDG-67) when it was attacked while in port Aden, Yemen 12 October 2000 - the 16th anniversary will in a few weeks. We will discuss his experiences then as well as the work he has done since his retirement with senior military fellow with Military Families United, & any other topics that fold their way in to our conversation. (since his first guest on Midrats, he published his book, Front Burner) Our second guest will be from the shadows of the Navy EOD world, Steve Phillips. After graduating from Annapolis in '92, Steve found honest work as a SWO, but then transferred into EOD where he served as an Explosive Ordnance Disposal Technician at EOD Mobile Units 6, 8, and 10. He is the author of Proximity: A Novel of the Navy's Elite Bomb Squad which received a Gold Medal from the Military Writers Society of America in 2008. Some of the proceeds from Proximity support the EOD Memorial Foundation which provides scholarship to the children of EOD Technicians who made the ultimate sacrifice. If you like his work, Steve is currently working on a non-fiction account of EOD Technicians in our current conflict with a working title of Improvised: EOD Techs in the War on Terrorism. The first two of the chapters for the non-fiction work are available at: "The Birth of the Combined Explosives Exploitation Cell" & "A Remembrance of 9/11"
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 hosts Selena of Hauoli-Socially Inspired and Anna of NomadAbout discuss how networking can bring amazing people and opportunity into your business and your life. Our first guest of Season two, Chandelle Walker, is the 2020 Fort Hood AFI Army Spouse of the Year, published author, and winner of the 2019 Bronze Medal writing award from Military Writers Society of America. Find Chandelle: www.facebook.com/kidsbooksbychandelle www.instagram.com/kidsbooksbychandelle ______ Find Anna: www.nomadabout.com www.facebook.com/iamnomadabout www.instagram.com/iamnomadabout _______ Find Selena: www.thehauoli.com www.facebook.com/thehauoli www.instagram.com/thehauoli --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/selena-conmackie/support
ABOUT THE AUTHOR Joseph Badal is a decorated Vietnam veteran and the author of 16 suspense novels. He is an Amazon #1 Best-Selling Author, a two-time winner of the Tony Hillerman Prize, an Eric Hoffer Award Winner, has earned multiple Gold Medals from the Military Writers Society of America, and a “Finalist” in the International Book Awards. ABOUT THE BOOK - PAYBACK (Suspense Publishing) "Payback has everything: an intriguing, single-minded protagonist; cunningly evil bad guys; well-drawn settings; a possible romance; and, best of all, a complex plot based on dark revenge. Author Badal never runs short of clever ways to challenge readers' assumptions as the absorbing, action-filled plot brilliantly unfolds." -Anne Hillerman, New York Times best-selling author
Dale interviews LTG Raymond Mason, Director of Army Emergency Relief. General Mason retired from the Army in 2014 after serving 35 years on active duty, and joined AER in 2017. Army Emergency Relief is a non-profit organization dedicated to providing financial assistance to Soldiers and their Families. Since it was founded in 1942, AER has provided assistance to more than 4 million Active and Retired Soldiers and their Families. Pastor Bob Bull, New Ark Church and Ministries, talks about what local groups are doing to help veterans and the homeless in Southeastern Michigan. Dwight Zimmerman, past president of the Military Writers Society of America, and Dale discuss books for veterans by veterans.
Get Up Nation®! My name is Ben Biddick. I’m the Creator and Host of the Get Up Nation® Show and Co-Author of Get Up: The Art of Perseverance with former Major League Baseball player Adam Greenberg. Recently I had the honor and privilege of speaking with Major Scott Huesing. He’s a Best-Selling author and public speaker with over 25 years of experience writing, teaching, and connecting with audiences in both the military and private sector. He’s been featured on Fox & Friends, One America News Network, NBC 7, and over 300 local and nationally syndicated radio shows and podcasts. He has been a guest speaker at the Reagan Ranch Center, The Nixon Library, The Citadel, and The Marines’ Memorial Club. His recent book called Echo in Ramadi is the winner of the 2019 Gold Medal Award, Best Military History Memoir, Military Writers Society of America Ranked in the "Top 10 Military Books of 2018" by Military Times. Scott retired from the United States Marine Corps as a Major with 24 years of service, both enlisted and as a commissioned officer. His career spanned 10 deployments in over 60 countries worldwide. During his numerous deployments to Iraq, Afghanistan, and the Horn of Africa he planned, led, and conducted hundreds of combat missions under some of the most austere and challenging conditions. It is my great honor to welcome Scott to Get Up Nation®where he shares his insights into resilience. Scott, welcome to the show! The Get Up Nation® Show is brought to you in partnership with Veteran Owned Got Your Six Coffee! Learn more at www.gotyoursixcoffee.com! This episode edited and mixed by Daniel Thabet! If you need podcast editing and mixing of the highest quality go to https://www.podcastdoctors.com/ Buy Echo in Ramadi: https://amzn.to/2xnlXDB https://www.echoinramadi.com/ www.getupnation.com --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/get-up-nation-podcast/support
Let's go back to October of 2010 for a great pair of guests. First, since the end of US involvement The Vietnam War almost 40 years ago, there are just a few USN Commanding Officers who know what it is like for a warship under attack; one of the handful will be our first guest, CDR Kirk Lippold, USN (Ret.). He was the Commanding Officer of the USS Cole (DDG-67) when it was attacked while in port Aden, Yemen 12 October 2000 - the 16th anniversary will in a few weeks. We will discuss his experiences then as well as the work he has done since his retirement with senior military fellow with Military Families United, & any other topics that fold their way in to our conversation. (since his first guest on Midrats, he published his book, Front Burner) Our second guest will be from the shadows of the Navy EOD world, Steve Phillips. After graduating from Annapolis in '92, Steve found honest work as a SWO, but then transferred into EOD where he served as an Explosive Ordnance Disposal Technician at EOD Mobile Units 6, 8, and 10. He is the author of Proximity: A Novel of the Navy's Elite Bomb Squad which received a Gold Medal from the Military Writers Society of America in 2008. Some of the proceeds from Proximity support the EOD Memorial Foundation which provides scholarship to the children of EOD Technicians who made the ultimate sacrifice. If you like his work, Steve is currently working on a non-fiction account of EOD Technicians in our current conflict with a working title of Improvised: EOD Techs in the War on Terrorism. The first two of the chapters for the non-fiction work are available at: "The Birth of the Combined Explosives Exploitation Cell" & "A Remembrance of 9/11"
Phil Keith is the author of six books, including Blackhorse Riders (St. Martin’s Press, 2012), which won the 2012 award from USA Book News for Best Military Non-Fiction, was a finalist for the 2013 Colby Award, and earned a 2013 silver medal from Military Writers Society of America. He holds a degree in history from Harvard and is a former Navy aviator. During three tours in Vietnam, he served with distinction and was awarded, among other decorations, the Purple Heart, Air Medal, Presidential Unit Citation, and the Navy Commendation Medal.
International bestsellers Gary Grossman and Ed Fuller combined forces to write an geopolitical espionage thriller based on Ed Fuller's real life experiences. Their book, RED HOTEL, takes readers across the globe for a realistic ride-along as its protagonist, Dan Reilly, tries to get ahead of global terror threats. Prior to this effort, Gary earned multiple Emmys in television production and wrote a bestselling series of international political thrillers. He’s also penned two nonfiction books, has worked for NBC News and the Boston Herald American, and is a member of the International Thriller Writers Association and the Military Writers Society of America. Ed is the bestselling nonfiction author of YOU CAN’T LEAD WITH YOUR FEET ON THE DESK. He serves as president of a global business consulting consortium and as a director of the Federal Bureau of Investigators National Academy Associates Foundation. He spent 40 years with Marriot, 22 of which were as president and managing director of Marriot International. During that tenure, he oversaw the creation of that firm’s Global Security Strategy. Additionally, Ed served as in the US Army as a Captain and earned commendation medals and a Bronze Star. In this episode, Ed, Gary, and host Gavin Reese discuss co-authoring, fictionalizing real life experiences, and the time that Ed had to negotiate with drug lords to release his kidnapped coworkers. Buy RED HOTEL: https://www.amazon.com/RED-Hotel-Ed-Fuller/dp/0825308909/ Gavin’s works: www.amazon.com/Gavin-Reese/e/B072W5PPGS/ Gavin’s site: https://gavinreese.com #writersbeat #amwriting #amreading #amwritingfiction #thriller #espionage #writerslife #gavinthecop #gavinreese #police #policeprocedural #detective #conspiracy #conspiracyseries #writingcraft #nanowrimo #writingcoach #terrorism #redhotel #edfuller #garygrossman #negotiation --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/writersbeatpodcast/support
Jack Woodville London, a highly successful author from Texas, joined us to discuss his newest release, "Children of a Good War", as well as his past releases and his upcoming books. From His Website: "Honored as Author of the Year, MWSA 2011-2012, and winner, Indie Excellence Award, 2013, Jack Woodville London is the author of the award-winning French Letters fiction series. His novels are praised for their meticulous historical research and ability to capture the language, attitudes, and moral culture of their setting in prose described by reviewers as ‘beautiful, but not pretentious.’ The World War II-era novel Virginia’s War was a Finalist for Best Novel of the South and the Dear Author ‘Novel with a Romantic Element’ contests. His ‘parallel-quel’ novel Engaged in War won the silver medal at the London Book Festival for General Fiction and the Silver prize in the Stars and Flags Historical Fiction competition. It was the Book of the Month by both Good Reads and the Military Writers Society of America and was the book for which the Indie Excellence Award was given to Jack in 2013."
George is a career naval aviator whose thirty years of active duty service included four command tours and five years as a carrier strike group chief of staff. He began his writing career in 1978 with an article in the U.S. Navy’s professional magazine, U.S. Naval Institute Proceedings. In addition to his Rick Holden thrillers published by Braveship Books, he has written thirteen other books distributed by mainstream publishers, including several bestselling novels in the rebooted Tom Clancy’s Op-Center series, including Out of the Ashes, Into the Fire, Scorched Earth, and Dark Zone. With his longtime collaborator, Dick Couch, he coauthored the New York Times best seller, Tom Clancy Presents: Act of Valor the novelization of the Bandito Brothers/Relativity Media film. He is also the author of The Kissing Sailor, which proved the identity of the two principals in Alfred Eisenstaedt’s famous photograph; as well as over three-hundred articles in professional journals and other media. George has received a number of national and international writing awards, including: the Navy League of the United States Alfred Thayer Mahan Award for Literary Achievement, the Surface Navy Association Literary Award, the Navy League of Australia’s Annual Essay Competition, the Naval Helicopter Historical Association Mark Starr Pioneer Literary Award, and the Military Writers Society of America Silver Medal Award, among others. George speaks frequently at writing classes and seminars including: San Diego State University Writers Conference, La Jolla Writers Conference, San Diego Writer’s Ink, Southern California Writers Association, Coronado Writer’s Workshop, and other venues. George is the Director of Strategic Assessments and Technical Futures at the Navy’s Command and Control Center of Excellence in San Diego, California. He and his wife Becky live in Coronado, California. Other than writing thrillers, he likes nothing more than connecting with readers. You can follow him on Facebook and Twitter, and learn more about his books, blogs and other writing on his website: http://www.georgegaldorisi.com/ – especially his “Writing Tips,” – which offer useful advice for all writers from established authors to future best-selling writers.
Terrence P. McCauley is an award-winning writer of crime fiction and thrillers including A CONSPIRACY OF RAVENS, SYMPATHY FOR THE DEVIL and A MURDER OF CROWS. Terrence has also written two award-winning novels set in 1930 New York City – PROHIBITION and SLOW BURN. His newest novel is THE FAIRFAX INCIDENT. His World War I novella - THE DEVIL DOGS OF BELLEAU WOOD - won the Silver Medal for Historical Fiction from the Military Writers Society of America. Proceeds from sales go directly to benefit the Semper Fi Fund. In 2016, Terrence's short story 'EL CAMBALACHE' was nominated for Best Short Story in the ITW's annual Thriller Awards. His short stories have been featured in Thuglit, Spintetingler Magazine, Shotgun Honey, Big Pulp and other publications. He is a member of the New York City chapter of the Mystery Writers of America, the International Thriller Writers, the International Crime Writers Association and the Military Writers Society of America. Terrence is an avid reader, a lover of classic movies and enjoys traveling. He's a huge soccer fan and supports Liverpool FC in the English Premier League and NYCFC in Major League Soccer. A proud native of The Bronx, NY, he is currently writing his next work of fiction. Are you an indie author needing to sell more books? My book SELL YOUR BOOKS TODAY gives you loads of publicity and marketing secrets used by the pros. Theme music for Madame Perry's Salon is composed and performed by Denton Perry.
Nancy Panko has achieved amazing success with her book, “Guiding Missal,” an unusual story about a prayer book that is carried in the pocket of three generations of men as they navigate war. As she held the Military Missal in her hands, Nancy thought, “If only this little book could talk.” Her novel gives the prayer book a voice. Based on actual events, Nancy’s award winning novel is partially narrated by the small Catholic prayer book that George Panko received as he prepared to deploy to the European theater during World War II. A baker turned infantry man/forward scout, Panko left behind his wife, Gladys, and small son, Butch, for several years as he navigated France and Germany, helping the United States and its Allies win significant skirmishes, including the Battle of the Bulge. Throughout his enlistment, George carried the small book in his pocket and read from it, memorizing passages and whispering prayers. Once safely home, George packed the military missal into a trunk and together he and his wife rear their family. Fifteen years later, his son Butch is ready to graduate from high school and wants to enter the Air Force. George hands him the military missal with a request that he bring it back home, safe and sound. Butch’s experiences while stationed in Germany aren’t always as harrowing as George’s, thanks to George’s efforts as a U.S. Soldier. Still, Butch does live through the Cold War and high-alert situations where ballistic missile launches were potentially moments away, from the Berlin Crisis of 1961 to the Cuban Missile Crisis. Along the way, Butch travels to Italy and gains an audience with St John XXIII, who lifts the prayer book out of Butch's hand and blesses it. At the end of his enlistment, Butch comes home and returns the missal to George. Back into the trunk the book goes. Butch marries Nancy, the love of his life, and they have two children. The couple move to Clinton County, where George enjoys a long career with Woolrich. Nancy began taking general education classes at Lock Haven University, transferring to Lycoming College to begin her nursing education at Williamsport Hospital. She graduated and began her career at Jersey Shore Hospital as a pediatric nurse for one year before working for Geisinger Medical Group in Lock Haven also in pediatrics. She was employed at Glennon Health Services of Lock Haven University for thirteen years before her retirement. Two decades pass and their daughter, Margie, meets and marries T.O., a U.S. Soldier deploying to Africa to combat Al Qaeda in Mogadishu, Somalia. Once again, the military missal’s amazing powers of protection are required. Butch searches for the missal in his late father’s belongings and loans it to his new son-in-law, T.O., with the same request his own father had: Come home safe and return the book. T.O. returns the book, convinced of its power after a U.S. Blackhawk helicopter goes down in 1993, and the resultant battle between forces of the United States and Somali militia fighters. “Guiding Missal” is a heartfelt, homespun tale that has moved people to leave more than two dozen five-star reviews on Amazon. Nancy’s simple, sweet story has touched so many people it’s become a successful book in both print and digital platforms. Published by Torchflame Books, a hybrid publisher, “Guiding Missal” received the 2017 Silver Award-Medal for Historical Fiction from the Military Writers’ Society of America. Nancy is a ten-time contributor to “Chicken Soup for the Soul” and “Guideposts” magazines. She is a member of the Cary Senior Writing Circle, The Light of Carolina Christian Writers’ Group, and The Military Writers’ Society of America. She and her husband moved from Lock Haven, Pennsylvania to North Carolina in 2009. They have two children and four grandchildren. They love being in, on, or near the water with their family.
Professor Maureen McGill is an Associate Professor at Pacific Lutheran University in Tacoma, Washington. Her first book “Live From the Other Side” is a collection of true experiences of after death communication from ordinary folks. Her latest book is “Baby It's You - Messages From Deceased Heroes.” Her books are available on Amazon at: http://amzn.to/2yuxpey Maureen is a member of the International Association of Near Death Studies where she has presented at conferences, and is a board member of the Seattle IANDS organization. She is also a member of the Military Writers Society of America. You can find out more about her on her websites: http://babyitsyou.org/ and http://www.livefromtheotherside.com/ You may also contact Maureen if interested in a Tarot Card reading at: messagesfromheroes@gmail.com Remember to get Sandra's PDF Report "19 Reasons to Believe in Life After Death" at https://goo.gl/9E3UWa *Enjoying We Don't Die Radio episodes? Consider donating to help operating costs of the show (I keep the show commercial-free on purpose) please visit: https://www.paypal.me/SandraChamplain Please visit http://www.afterlifestudies.org/ - learn about the yearly Afterlife Symposium brought to you by the Afterlife Research and Education Institute and Join as an AREI member: http://afterlifeinstitute.org/membership-in-arei/ JOIN THE WE DON'T DIE "INSIDER'S CLUB" to receive a free chapter of We Don't Die – A Skeptic's Discovery of Life After Death (also available at: http://amzn.to/2fCQPqs ) and the healing audio “How to Survive Grief” at http://wedontdieradio.com/
Let's go back to October of 2010 for a great pair of guests. First, since the end of US involvement The Vietnam War almost 40 years ago, there are just a few USN Commanding Officers who know what it is like for a warship under attack; one of the handful will be our first guest, CDR Kirk Lippold, USN (Ret.). He was the Commanding Officer of the USS Cole (DDG-67) when it was attacked while in port Aden, Yemen 12 October 2000 - the 16th anniversary will in a few weeks. We will discuss his experiences then as well as the work he has done since his retirement with senior military fellow with Military Families United, & any other topics that fold their way in to our conversation. (since his first guest on Midrats, he published his book, Front Burner) Our second guest will be from the shadows of the Navy EOD world, Steve Phillips. After graduating from Annapolis in '92, Steve found honest work as a SWO, but then transferred into EOD where he served as an Explosive Ordnance Disposal Technician at EOD Mobile Units 6, 8, and 10. He is the author of Proximity: A Novel of the Navy's Elite Bomb Squad which received a Gold Medal from the Military Writers Society of America in 2008. Some of the proceeds from Proximity support the EOD Memorial Foundation which provides scholarship to the children of EOD Technicians who made the ultimate sacrifice. If you like his work, Steve is currently working on a non-fiction account of EOD Technicians in our current conflict with a working title of Improvised: EOD Techs in the War on Terrorism. The first two of the chapters for the non-fiction work are available at: "The Birth of the Combined Explosives Exploitation Cell" & "A Remembrance of 9/11"
Gayle Lynds is a bestselling (female) novelist in the male-dominated genre of spy fiction or spy thrillers. Her books are published in some twenty countries. Born in Nebraska, Lynds was raised in Iowa, graduated from the University of Iowa with a degree in journalism, and now lives in Maine where she is a full-time novelist. Lynds began her writing career as a reporter, where her investigative reporting made such an impact that it led to changes in state legislation. Later, she was an editor with Top Secret security clearance at a government think tank. Her fiction career began with literary short stories published under her own name and several pulp fiction novels under male pseudonyms such as G.H. Stone, Gayle Stone, Nick Carter, and Don Pendleton. She also wrote three novels in The Three Investigators, a YA mystery novel series. With Robert Ludlum, she created the Covert-One series and wrote three of the books. In 2004, she co-founded and was elected co-president (with David Morrell) of International Thriller Writers, Inc. The Last Spymaster was a 2006 Novel of the Year prize from the Military Writers Society of America. Masquerade was listed by Publishers Weekly as one of the ten top spy novels of all time. The Coil was a 2004 BookPage "Notable Title" and won the Affaire de Coeur reader poll for "Best Contemporary Novel." Mosaic was "Thriller of the Year" by Romantic Times. Mesmerized was a finalist for the 2002 Daphne du Maurier Award. The Hades Factor, which she co-wrote with Robert Ludlum, was a CBS television miniseries in April 2006. Host Libby Hellmann is the author of 12 crime thrillers herself and can be found at libbyhellmann.com This is a copyrighted podcast solely owned by the Authors on the Air Global Radio Network LLC.
AUTHORS NETWORK RADIO SPECIAL SERIES FOR THE TX AUTHORS CONFERENCE 2016 WITH GUEST DEBRA WINEGARTEN: Debra Winegarten, a third-generation Texan, is the author of six award-winning books. Her latest work, "Oveta Culp Hobby: Colonel, Cabinet Member, Philanthropist," from UT Press, won the 2015 Military Writers Society of America gold medal and was also chosen as a finalist in the Women Writing the West WILLA literary award. Her poetry chapbook, "There's Jews in Texas?" won the 2011 Poetica Magazine Publishing contest. She is also the CEO of Sociosights Press, whose mission is "to transform society, one story at a time." When not writing, she works part time teaching sociology at a local Austin college and also works for the UT Astronomy Department. Her latest project is a book she is co-authoring with Zvi Yaniv, an inventor with over 300 patents, called, "My Life on The Mysterious Island of Nanotechnology: An Adventure through Time and Very Tiny Spaces," expected out in the summer of 2016.
In 2005, Sandra Miller Linhart's deployment picture book, Daddy's Boots, was awarded The Dixie Lee Connor Award for Best Children's or YA Manuscript, which eventually led to a publishing contract. Soon after, Sandra's chapter book mystery/adventure series, The Elementary Adventures of Jones, JEEP, Buck and Blue, won the Bronze-equivalent at the 2009 Military Writers Society of America (MWSA) Conference. In 2010, Daddy's Boots and Momma's Boots shared the 1st place, Gold Medal Award at Branson Days, Branson Stars & Flags Book Awards in Branson, MO. The same year, Daddy's Boots was awarded the Silver, and Momma's Boots awarded the Bronze at MWSA's 2010 Conference in Pittsburgh, PA. In July 2010, MWSA named Daddy's Boots their Book of the Month. In 2011, The Elementary Adventures of Jones, JEEP, Buck & Blue took 2nd place at the Stars & Flag Book Awards in Branson, MO, during Branson Days. Pickysaurus Mac was awarded the Silver Medal at 2013 MWSA writer's conference in Dayton, OH. At the 2014 MWSA Conference in Phoenix, AZ, her picture book, Mixed Up took the Silver award in the Children's Books Under 12 category.. Her new book, Don't Label Me, just won a first place award from the Authors' Zone. Visit Sandra at http://www.smlinhart.com/
This Easter, let's go back to October of 2010 for a great duo of guests. First, since the end of US involvement The Vietnam War almost 40 years ago, there are just a few USN Commanding Officers who know what it is like for a warship under attack; one of the handful will be our first guest, CDR Kirk Lippold, USN (Ret.). He was the Commanding Officer of the USS Cole (DDG-67) when it was attacked while in port Aden, Yemen 12 October 2000 - the 10th anniversary will be this Tuesday. We will discuss his experiences then as well as the work he has done since his retirement with senior military fellow with Military Families United, and any other topics that fold their way in to our conversation. (since his first guest on Midrats, he published his book, Front Burner) Our second guest will be from the shadows of the Navy EOD world, Steve Phillips. After graduating from Annapolis in '92, Steve found honest work as a SWO, but then transferred into EOD where he served as an Explosive Ordnance Disposal Technician at EOD Mobile Units Six, Eight, and Ten. He is the author of Proximity: A Novel of the Navy's Elite Bomb Squad which received a Gold Medal from the Military Writers Society of America in 2008. Some of the proceeds from Proximity support the EOD Memorial Foundation which provides scholarship to the children of EOD Technicians who made the ultimate sacrifice. If you like his work, Steve is currently working on a non-fiction account of EOD Technicians in our current conflict with a working title of Improvised: EOD Techs in the War on Terrorism. The first two of the chapters for the non-fiction work are available at: "The Birth of the Combined Explosives Exploitation Cell" and "A Remembrance of 9/11"
Lt. Col. Michael Moffett and Fahim Fazli join host Richard Franzi and discuss their book "Fahim Speaks" that won the Gold Medal for Biography from the Military Writers Society of America. This inspiring narrative chronicles the compelling life journey of Fahim Fazli. Born in Afghanistan, Fazli saw his country and family split apart by revolution and war. Fred Helms, Senior Vice President US Bank Fred is senior executive, with extensive success in raising capital and structuring senior debt facilities. US Bank's market focus is on middle market and privately held companies.
Jack Woodville London is an attorney, veteran, historian, author. He is author of the French Letters trilogy - books about life in a small town during a major war. He also relates stories of the men who are fighting the war and dealing with the letters from home. Jack was named the Military Writers Society of America's Author of the Year for 2012. He is also founder of The Letter Project, an effort to preserve letters from veterans to family members back home. Shel Horowitz is a marketing consultant and copywriter ... award-winning author of eight books ... international speaker, blogger, syndicated columnist -- I show how green and ethical businesses can actually be *more* profitable than your less-green competitors. My most recent book is category bestseller Guerrilla Marketing Goes Green: Winning Strategies to Improve Your Profits and Your Plane
The Total Tutor will interview Saul Silas Fathi. We will discuss the education system in Irag and his family life. He was born into a well-to-do Jewish family in Baghdad in 1938. Two former prime ministers lived on the same street and it was an “idyllic” place, he recalls. That ended for the country's Jewish population in the late 1940s when the creation of Israel set off a wave of anti-Jewish sentiment. As a young boy, Saul witnessed public executions and his family was falsely accused of treason against the Iraqi government. Like all wealthy Jews, his family was labeled Zionist and Communist. When he was 10, he and his younger brother were smuggled out of Baghdad through Iran and eventually landed in Israel. In 1958, Saul worked his way to Brazil, where he nearly starved. Two years later, he came to the U.S. and joined the Army for three years. In Israel, Saul had studied aeronautics and in the Army was assigned to the 15th Aviation Company, the famed helicopter division in the Vietnam War. Back in the U.S. he earned a degree in electrical engineering from the University of Virginia and went on to found three high-tech companies over a 20-year period. Saul retired in 2003 to write his memoir, Full Circle: Escape from Baghdad and the return (Xlibris 2006). A review by the president of Military Writers Society of America, stated that Saul's autobiography “takes the reader to places and events that one may only get to know about from small glimpses on The History Channel or in some old National Geographic Magazines. This guy has lived a life that would make a great movie.” Saul's second book, published in March, 2006 is History of the Jews and Israel – 4000 years of history condensed into 76 pages. He is fluent in English, Hebrew, Arabic and Portuguese.
* How Phillip Stewart gained a love for film * The development and advances in film technology * What is a newsreel and where were they shown? * The research benefits that come from watching newsreels * The content of the newsreel and how it differs from today's news Phil volunteers as a motion picture researcher for the National Museum of the U.S. Air Force. He is the author of three historic film related books, BATTLEFILM: U.S. Army Signal Corps Motion Pictures of the Great War, WAR WINGS: Films of the First Air War, and PROJECTED HISTORY: A Catalog of the U.S. National Stories Released by Universal Newsreel, Volume One, 1929-1930. Phil is also putting the final touches on his latest work, AMERICA'S FILM VAULT: A Reference Guide to the Motion Pictures Held Within the U.S. National Archives. He is a member of the American Aviation Historical Society, the League of World War I Aviation Historians, and the Military Writers Society of America, among others. Along with his wife and two cats, he lives semi-quietly on the Emerald Coast of Florida.
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