Podcasts about oif oef

Host Tim K. sits down in Bulverde, Texas with Lisa Jaster to discuss her path to becoming only the third female and first female reservist at 37 years old (the average age of a graduate is 23) to earn the coveted Ranger Tab. This was only after going on hiatus from a booming career at Shell Oil Company as an engineer. Jaster also discusses her time at West Point, multiple deployments overseas, an unexpected transition out, and her eventual choice to reenlist. www. deletetheadjective.com www.teamrwb.org

Host Tim K. sits down in Washington D.C. with Tiffany Myrick (CST-2), Annie Kleiman (CST-3), and Eve Mayoral (CST-5). All three were integral to the Army's Cultural Support Team Program. On the podcast, the three discuss their various paths into the military and what led them to become groundbreakers in an otherwise unexplored space overseas. This podcast is a special edition recorded at the AllTru Gather 2022 which was held at the Women's Military Memorial at Arlington National Cemetary. To learn more about AllTru hit the link. This project and podcast are brought to you by KADRI Clothing. To learn more about Annie Kleiman and the causes that are important to her check out www.nooneleft.org and follow her on LinkedIn. You can follow Tiffany Myrick on LinkedIn as well. This is Episode No. 48 and Project No. 58. To read the project hit the link.

Host Tim K. sits down in Sandpoint, Idaho with We Defy The Norm's Founder, Cody Alford. On the podcast, Cody discusses his decision to join the Marine Corps, baptism by fire at 18 years old at the hands of a fierce enemy in Fallujah, a storied career in Special Operations, early retirement, and finding a new cause. Alford also discusses his ideals and vision for a movement dedicated to a renewed mentality built on resilience. Find out more about Cody's mission at www.wedefythenorm.com. You can also follow him on Instagram: @wedefythenorm and @codyalford. This is Episode No. 47 and Project No. 57. To read the project follow the link.

Nick was born in Hollywood Florida. He spent his childhood training to be Batman and planning his next big adventure. He grew up on the move and lived in 5 states by the time he was twelve. This only made him more adaptable and comfortable with integrating into any environment. His teen years took a turn and were rocky to say the least. Nick was forced into juvenile detention at the age of twelve. After shaking his past Nick needed to find a new direction. Nick joined the Marine Corps at 19 but not without a fight. Because of his troubled youth, Nick had to seek legal counsel just to be accepted. He suffered from a wrist injury within his first week of boot camp. He spent five and a half months in basic training but graduated company honor grad. It was his perseverance through adversity that set the tone for his future and a foreshadowing of things to come. Nick went on to become a 12 year Special Operations Marine Corps veteran with Marine Reconnaissance and Marine Special Operations Command. He has deployed in support of OIF/OEF and other places all over the world. Has trained foreign police, military, and militia in several countries. His military career prepared him for successful leadership and strategic operational planning. Nick is the founder and CEO of Alexander Industries as well as a successful adventure + informational YOUTUBE channel with his partner and wife Alison Capra. From adventures to Iceland to concealed carry handgun tips, this channel is a peak into Nick's daily life as a VLOG. A life of adventure and excitement. Nick resides in North Carolina with his wife and business partner of Alexander Industries, Alison. They co-own of Johnny Slicks an organic grooming essentials company and The Agoge for personal training and coaching. Nick is a self-published author Ex-Communicated Warrior, 7-Stages of Transition, and co-author of fitness training books: USMC Prep, Recon Prep, and Marine Raider Prep. He has two beautiful daughters and one son. He spends his free time on the water or traveling to see his family in Greece. Sign up for the new G14 newsletter here: https://www.clearedhotpodcast.com/exclusive Check out the newest Cleared Hot Gear here: https://shop.clearedhotpodcast.com/  

On today's episode, Dennis sits down with 12 year Special Operations Marine Corps veteran and founder and CEO of Alexander Industries, Nick Koumalatsos. Nick was born in Hollywood Florida. He grew up on the move and lived in 5 states by the time he was twelve. This only made him more adaptable and comfortable with integrating into any environment. Nick was forced into juvenile detention at the age of twelve. After shaking his past Nick needed to find a new direction. Nick joined the Marine Corps at 19 but not without a fight. Because of his troubled youth, Nick had to seek legal counsel just to be accepted. He suffered from a wrist injury within his first week of bootcamp. He spent five and a half months in basic training but graduated company honor grad. It was his perseverance through adversity that set the tone for his future and a foreshadowing of things to come. Nick went on to become a 12 year Special Operations Marine Corps veteran with Marine Reconnaissance and Marine Special Operations Command. He has deployed in support of OIF/OEF and other places all over the world. Has trained foreign police, military, and militia in several countries. Today, Nick discusses growth & self-development, lessons he learned form his childhood mistakes and the unfortunate truth of unhealthy lifestyles of law enforcement across America. Find out more about Nick here: https://www.nickkoumalatsos.com/ If you like what you are hearing and want to stay in the loop with the latest in Street Cop Training, please follow our Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/StreetCopTraining Don't forget to subscribe and rate the podcast, it truly helps! Sign up for classes here: https://streetcoptraining.com/course-list/Follow our podcast here: https://streetcoptraining.com/street-cop-podcast/ or https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/street-cop-podcast/id1538474515

    MG (R) Jonathan Woodson, MD, is the current president of the Uniformed Services University.  He has a long career in the US Army Reserves, where he has had multiple deployments to combat zones. He most recently served as the Commanding General of the US Army Medical Reserve Command and, before that, was the Assistant Secretary of Defense for Health Affairs. In these roles, he helped shape the reserve medical force and facilitated the restructuring and reforming the military health system. In this episode, you will hear about his life growing up in Brooklyn, NY, and his training in internal medicine, general surgery, vascular surgery, and critical care at Massachusetts General Hospital. He discusses his deployments to Panama, Desert Storm/Desert Shield, Kosovo, and OIF/OEF. He used his military experience to help shape military medicine at the highest levels in the federal government political system and within the US Army Medical Reserve Command.  This is an exciting interview and not only discusses strategic military medicine topics but complex clinical cases as well. Dr. Woodson has had unique and interesting experiences during his distinguished Military, and Federal Medicine careers, and he provides important lessons learned and recommendations through engaging stories and personal reflection.                                  Find out more and join Team WarDocs at www.wardocspodcast.com Honoring Military Medicine's Past to Improve Healthcare's Future The WarDocs Mission is to improve military and civilian healthcare and foster patriotism by honoring the legacy, preserving the oral history, and showcasing career opportunities, experiences, and achievements of military medicine. Listen to the “What We Are For” Episode 47. https://bit.ly/3r87Afm WarDocs- The Military Medicine Podcast is a Non-Profit, Tax-exempt-501(c)(3) Veteran Run Organization run by volunteers. All donations are tax-deductible, and 100% of donations go to honoring and preserving the history, experiences, successes, and lessons learned in military medicine. A tax receipt will be sent to you. WARDOCS documents the experiences, contributions, and innovations of all military medicine Services, ranks, and Corps who are affectionately called "Docs" as a sign of respect, trust, and confidence on and off the battlefield, demonstrating dedication to the medical care of fellow comrades in arms. Follow Us on Social Media. Twitter: @wardocspodcast Facebook: WarDocs Podcast Instagram: @wardocspodcast LinkedIn: WarDocs-The Military Medicine Podcast

November 11th is Veterans Day, when we come together as a nation to recognize Veterans and the role they've played through history in making America the country that it is today.  Here are the VA Southern Nevada Healthcare System, our Veterans are our mission and reason for existing, and we honor our nation's Veterans every day of the year by delivering high-quality healthcare in the ways that best suit their needs.  Everything we do is focused on one thing, and one thing only...our Veterans. On this episode of The 9 Line, we're joined by VASNHS Executive Director Bill Caron, as we talk about what Veterans Day means to him.  We'll also talk with him about some of the methodology we use to track employee satisfaction, in addition to discussing the PACT Act and what that means for our OIF-OEF era Veterans.

Chris Slaughter joined the USAF as a jet engine mechanic in 1996. He worked all the way from the flight line to the engine back shop before retraining in 2004 to the Flight Engineer career field. Chris spent many years deployed in support of OIF/OEF. He retired early from active duty in 2014 under TERA II and got a job in the Petrochemical field and eventually becoming the shift supervisor prior to retiring once and for all in May 2022 at the age of 42! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/vets2pm/support

Host Tim K. sits down in Fayetteville, North Carolina with JP Cervantes, a veteran of the Army Special Forces. JP served his country in combat with distinction and is now working in the world of anti-human trafficking. As the founder of Nous Defions Group he is now doing work to shield children who are sold into slavery around the globe. JP's venture has taken him into some of the most dangerous pockets of the world, and he works to defeat those committed to preying on youth. On the podcast, Tim and JP discuss Cervantes' career in Special Operations, his transition, and his new life as he once again defends the weak. Check out all that JP is doing with @nousdefionsgroup, @letswalkitout222mileruck, @vtsrpodcast, and @specialforcesfoundation_. And, be sure to follow JP's journey at @jpcervantes180a.

Join us this week as Wanda comes on The Foxhole Podcast. Wanda tells us of her upbringing, her deployments during Desert Storm and OIF/OEF, and how she saw the first casualties of Desert Storm come in . •Executive Producer: Matthew DomenicoProducer: Matthew DomenicoDirector: Matthew DomenicoPost Production: Grant EscandonCo-Host:  Matthew Domenico, & Marcus MarsResearcher: Ruth SmithermanSupport the show

In this episode, Dr. Austin interviews Dr. Gende, a former nurse, now a physician with a varied career in both emergency medicine and sports medicine. We discuss her path from nursing to medicine, and insights on interactions between nurses and doctors. We discuss her strategies for staying fulfilled in medicine and being healthy.Alecia Gende, DO, CAQSM is currently working at Mayo Clinic Health System in La Crosse, WI. She is an Assistant Professor of Orthopedics, and splits her time evenly between Emergency Medicine and Sports Medicine. She is the head team physician for Saint Mary's University in Winona, MN, Team physician for US Ski and Snowboard.She completed medical school at Midwestern University/Chicago College of Osteopathic Medicine. She then went on to  Emergency Medicine residency at the University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics and was Chief Resident. She completed a  fellowship in Primary Care Sports Medicine at the University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics. She is professionally interested in US guided procedures, specifically MSK procedures, sideline medicine, education and culture change and leadership (AAWEP involvement)She served in the US Navy Nurse Corps officer from 2004-2008. She deployed to Camp Lemonier, Djibouti, Africa, and Al Asad, Iraq in support of OIF/OEF, and served in Al Asad as the lead flight nurse. Her hometown is Princeton, WI, where she is still connected to the VFW post. She serves as race director for VFW Run for Sam 10K which she created in honor of our former post commander. Run for Sam benefits a scholarship for local students pursuing an education in healthcare. They have awarded over $12K. She enjoys spending time with her husband and kids, family overall, sitting and chatting, coffee, CrossFit, weight-lifting, running, hunting, hiking, and farming!

How to become a Marine Corps Raider and kick ass in life with Nick Koumalatsos Nicholas Koumalatsos is a 12 year Special Operations Marine Corps veteran with Marine Reconnaissance and Marine Special Operations Command. Nick was born in Hollywood Florida. He spent his childhood training to be Batman and planning his next big adventure. He grew up on the move and lived in 5 states by the time he was twelve. This only made him more adaptable and comfortable with integrating into any environment. His teen years took a turn and were rocky to say the least. Nick was forced into juvenile detention at the age of twelve. After shaking his past Nick needed to find a new direction. Nick joined the Marine Corps at 19 but not without a fight. Because of his troubled youth, Nick had to seek legal counsel just to be accepted. He suffered from a wrist injury within his first week of boot camp. He spent five and a half months in basic training but graduated company honor grad.  It was his perseverance through adversity that set the tone for his future and a foreshadowing of things to come. Nick went on to become a 12 year Special Operations Marine Corps veteran with Marine Reconnaissance and Marine Special Operations Command. He has deployed in support of OIF/OEF and other places all over the world. Has trained foreign police, military, and militia in several countries. Nick has heart for his community first and foremost. It is his life mission to see his brother's successful. Nick started The Raider Project. His mission is to connect with MARSOC and other USMC combat veterans to help them transition smoothly, peacefully and successfully into the private sector. Nicholas also recently started Robin Hood Pictures. This is a project his is very passionate about. He set out to produce movies FOR THE PEOPLE. Without a religious or political agenda. Movies that set us apart by telling the stories of the men who have given everything for their country. Men who have altered the course of our history. To paint a picture of the struggle with a transition from the wages of war. His hopes are that the movie he produces will be an eye-opening portrayal of what our modern-day veterans are facing. These stories don't always have happy endings, but they have significant ones. Nick hopes to inspire action for the veteran community and celebrate their successes.     

Host Tim K. sits down with former Navy SEAL Terry Houin at the Cienega Fort in Shafter, Texas at Cibolo Creek Ranch. Terry spent almost three decades with a good part of that as a member of a National Missions Force. Throughout his time in this elite unit, he found himself a part of integral missions, including the rescue of Jessica Lynch and Captain Phillips. On the podcast Terry speaks on his multiple combat deployments as a sniper, spending most of his life in Special Operations, the difficulties of transitioning out of the military, and rediscovering his sense of serving selflessly in a different capacity. To follow along with Houin's journey follow him on Instagram: @terry.houin and be sure to check out his entire project.

Host Tim K. sits down in Pocatello, Idaho with former Army Sergeant Russell Davies, four years after their first conversation for The Veterans Project. Davies is the founder of Professional Transformation Sports Development (PTSD), a non-profit that was built around his passion for extreme sports and helping veterans transition into an outdoor lifestyle. On the podcast, Russ discusses his journey into the world of all things adrenaline from a rough-and-tumble Idaho youth to his time as an infantry squad leader in the Army's famed 101st Airborne Division. Davies also shares about some of his most difficult moments in combat and his own struggles in transition; as well as what led him to his path in helping other veterans get into extreme sports. To learn more about Professional Transformation Sports Development check them out online at www.ptsdva.com, IG: @ptsdveteranathletes, and Facebook: PTSD Veteran Athletes. Follow along with Russell Davies on Instagram: @russ_dav

Host Tim K. sits down in San Diego, California with Prime Hall, who is a Texas native and 12 year veteran of MARSOC (United States Marine Forces Special Operations Command). Prime's service includes both Operation Iraqi Freedom and Operation Enduring Freedom. During Hall's time as a Marine Raider, he would join Don Tran in the co-founding of both Underwater Torpedo League and Deep End Fitness. These pursuits of passion would go on to further solidify his own way of thinking and positively impact the trajectory of his life to this day. On the podcast, Prime discusses life growing up in South Texas, an exemplary career in the United States Marine Corps, and his path to managing two quickly-growing business ventures. Prime is a graduate of the USC EMBA program and has trained military members, high level executives, and pro athletes in advanced water survival techniques. This is Part Two of a two-part podcast with the first part featuring Prime's business partner and friend, fellow Marine Raider Don Tran. Be sure to check out Don and Prime's book, F.R.E.E. Your Mind Guidebook. To get a visually in-depth look into Don and Prime's story check out their project. This podcast is sponsored by our friends at Rifle Supply, Ten Thousand, and Elevate Weekly. This is Part One of a two-part podcast with the second part featuring Don's business partner and friend, fellow Marine Raider Prime Hall.

Host Tim K. sits down in Austin, Texas with Don Tran, who is a 12 year veteran of MARSOC (United States Marine Forces Special Operations Command). Don deployed to some of the harshest combat environments across the world (Afghanistan, Iraq, the Philippines). During Tran's time as a Marine Raider, he would come to find his place with two new ventures in Underwater Torpedo League and Deep End Fitness. These pursuits of passion would go on to change his own way of thinking and alter the trajectory of his life forever. This is Part One of a two-part podcast with the second part featuring Don's business partner and friend, fellow Marine Raider Prime Hall.

Wesley Trumpler is a retired United States Marine Corps field artillery operations chief. Wes is also an avid hunter, outdoorsman and runner with his longest run being over 100 miles. Trumpler deployed to Iraq, Afghanistan and multiple other countries during his 20 year career in the Marines.Want to be on the Former Action Guys Podcast?https://forms.gle/9MuoSkzBUgNiVgPu5 Support the podcast and website: www.jcramergraphics.com www.ANGLICOshop.comPodcast Links:YouTube: http://bit.ly/formeractionguysYouTubeSpotify: http://bit.ly/formeractionguysApplePodcast: http://bit.ly/formeractionguysAppleSocial Media:Instagram: www.instagram.com/formeractionguys Instagram: www.instagram.com/jcramergraphics Twitter: https://twitter.com/4meractionguys Reference:117 - Backpack-able radio for tactical use148 - Walkie-talkie style tactical radio152 - Walkie-talkie style tactical radio7-Ton - Medium Tactical Vehicle Replacement (Dump truck-sized military vehicle for hauling troops, supplies, etc.)9-Line - CAS mission brief formatA&S - Assessment and SelectionAAV - Assault Amphibious Vehicle (Also called Tracks)ABC - ANGLICO Basic CourseANG - Air National GuardANGLICO - Air Naval Gunfire Liaison CompanyBLT - Battalion Landing TeamBRC - Basic Reconnaissance CourseCAR - Combat Action RibbonCAS - Close Air SupportCCT - Combat Control TeamCLB - Combat Logistics BattalionCO - Commanding OfficerCOC - Command Operations CenterCOP - Combat OutpostCorpsman - Navy medic attached to MarinesEOD - Explosive Ordnance DisposalFAC - Forward Air ControllerFCT - Firepower Control TeamFDC - Fire Direction ControlFET - Female Engagement Team.FSCC - Fire Support Coordination Center. Where fire missions are deconflicted and approved prior to shooting.GBU - Guided Bomb Unit GLT - Georgian Liaison Team. Georgian military advisors in Afghanistan.Hesco Barrier - Earthen filled barriers used to make or reinforce outpostsHMMWV - High mobility multi-wheeled vehicleIED - Improvised Explosive DeviceIOC - Infantry Officer's CourseJDAM - Joint Direct Attack Munition (GPS guided bomb)JTAC - Joint Terminal Attack ControllerLGTR - LASER Guided Training RoundM-ATV - MRAP All-terrain vehicleMARSOC - Marine Corps Special Operations CommandMART - Marines Awaiting Recon TrainingM-ATV - MRAP All Terrain VehicleMCAS - Marine Corps Air StationMCMAP - Marine Corps Martial Arts ProgramMCRD - Marine Corps Recruit DepotMCIWS - Marine Corps Instructor of Water SurvivalMCT - Marine Combat TrainingMEB - Marine Expeditionary BrigadeMEU - Marine Expeditionary Unit (Unit attached to ships for deployment)MRAP - Mine Resistant Ambush Protected (armored vehicle)MSOT - Marine Special Operations TeamMTU - Marksmanship Training UnitOCS - Officer Candidate SchoolOP - Observation Post. An area where forward observers spot enemy positions and conduct fire missions on targetsPB - Patrol BasePGM - Precision Guided MunitionsPID - Positive identificationPLDR - Portable Lightweight Designator Rangefinder PosRep - Position ReportPSS-SOF - Precision Strike Suite Special Operations Forces. Targeting program.RIP - Relief In PlaceRO - Radio Operator (Sometimes called an RTO)

Cody Anderson was a United States Marine Corps assaultman that began his career with the Marine Corps Security Forces as part of their Recapture Tactics Team. Following 9/11, Cody was assigned to 3rd Battalion 7th Marine Regiment and participated in the invasion of Iraq. Following his deployment, Cody requested a transfer to Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) and attended the MOS school in 2003.Want to be on the Former Action Guys Podcast?https://forms.gle/9MuoSkzBUgNiVgPu5 Support the podcast and website: www.jcramergraphics.com www.ANGLICOshop.comPodcast Links:YouTube: http://bit.ly/formeractionguysYouTubeSpotify: http://bit.ly/formeractionguysApplePodcast: http://bit.ly/formeractionguysAppleSocial Media:Instagram: www.instagram.com/formeractionguys Instagram: www.instagram.com/jcramergraphics Twitter: https://twitter.com/4meractionguys Reference:117 - Backpack-able radio for tactical use148 - Walkie-talkie style tactical radio152 - Walkie-talkie style tactical radio7-Ton - Medium Tactical Vehicle Replacement (Dump truck-sized military vehicle for hauling troops, supplies, etc.)9-Line - CAS mission brief formatA&S - Assessment and SelectionAAV - Assault Amphibious Vehicle (Also called Tracks)ABC - ANGLICO Basic CourseANG - Air National GuardANGLICO - Air Naval Gunfire Liaison CompanyBLT - Battalion Landing TeamBRC - Basic Reconnaissance CourseCAR - Combat Action RibbonCAS - Close Air SupportCCT - Combat Control TeamCLB - Combat Logistics BattalionCO - Commanding OfficerCOC - Command Operations CenterCOP - Combat OutpostCorpsman - Navy medic attached to MarinesEOD - Explosive Ordnance DisposalFAC - Forward Air ControllerFCT - Firepower Control TeamFDC - Fire Direction ControlFET - Female Engagement Team.FSCC - Fire Support Coordination Center. Where fire missions are deconflicted and approved prior to shooting.GBU - Guided Bomb Unit GLT - Georgian Liaison Team. Georgian military advisors in Afghanistan.Hesco Barrier - Earthen filled barriers used to make or reinforce outpostsHMMWV - High mobility multi-wheeled vehicleIED - Improvised Explosive DeviceIOC - Infantry Officer's CourseJDAM - Joint Direct Attack Munition (GPS guided bomb)JTAC - Joint Terminal Attack ControllerLGTR - LASER Guided Training RoundM-ATV - MRAP All-terrain vehicleMARSOC - Marine Corps Special Operations CommandMART - Marines Awaiting Recon TrainingM-ATV - MRAP All Terrain VehicleMCAS - Marine Corps Air StationMCMAP - Marine Corps Martial Arts ProgramMCRD - Marine Corps Recruit DepotMCIWS - Marine Corps Instructor of Water SurvivalMCT - Marine Combat TrainingMEB - Marine Expeditionary BrigadeMEU - Marine Expeditionary Unit (Unit attached to ships for deployment)MRAP - Mine Resistant Ambush Protected (armored vehicle)MSOT - Marine Special Operations TeamMTU - Marksmanship Training UnitOCS - Officer Candidate SchoolOP - Observation Post. An area where forward observers spot enemy positions and conduct fire missions on targetsPB - Patrol BasePGM - Precision Guided MunitionsPID - Positive identificationPLDR - Portable Lightweight Designator Rangefinder PosRep - Position ReportPSS-SOF - Precision Strike Suite Special Operations Forces. Targeting program.RIP - Relief In PlaceRO - Radio Operator (Sometimes called an RTO)ROMAD - Radio Operator, Mechanic, and DriverR&S - Reconnaissance and SurveillanceSACC - Supporting Arms Coordination Center (FSCC on a ship)SALT - Supporting Arms Liaison TeamSERE - Survive, Evade, Resist, EscapeSOCS - Special Operations Capabilities SpecialistSOI - School of InfantrySOTG - Special Operations Training GroupS Shops - S-1 (Administration), S-2 (Intelligence), S-3 (Operations), S-4 (Logistics), S-6 (Communication)SVBIED - Suicide vehicle-borne improvised explosive deviceTACP - Tactical Air Control PartyTaco Rice - Greasy food for drunk Marines stationed in OkinawaWater Dogs - Logistics Marines in charge of purifying water and running sanitation facilitiesVBIED - Vehicle-borne improvised explosive device

Tracy Offutt is a former Marine Corps Sergeant Major, infantryman and all-around good dude. I'm glad to have him back on the show and we get caught up on what he's been doing with his retirement and BS about current events.Want to be on the Former Action Guys Podcast?https://forms.gle/9MuoSkzBUgNiVgPu5 Support the podcast and website: www.jcramergraphics.com www.ANGLICOshop.comPodcast Links:YouTube: http://bit.ly/formeractionguysYouTubeSpotify: http://bit.ly/formeractionguysApplePodcast: http://bit.ly/formeractionguysAppleSocial Media:Instagram: www.instagram.com/formeractionguys Instagram: www.instagram.com/jcramergraphics Twitter: https://twitter.com/4meractionguys Reference:117 - Backpack-able radio for tactical use148 - Walkie-talkie style tactical radio152 - Walkie-talkie style tactical radio7-Ton - Medium Tactical Vehicle Replacement (Dump truck-sized military vehicle for hauling troops, supplies, etc.)9-Line - CAS mission brief formatA&S - Assessment and SelectionAAV - Assault Amphibious Vehicle (Also called Tracks)ABC - ANGLICO Basic CourseANG - Air National GuardANGLICO - Air Naval Gunfire Liaison CompanyBLT - Battalion Landing TeamBRC - Basic Reconnaissance CourseCAR - Combat Action RibbonCAS - Close Air SupportCCT - Combat Control TeamCLB - Combat Logistics BattalionCO - Commanding OfficerCOC - Command Operations CenterCOP - Combat OutpostCorpsman - Navy medic attached to MarinesEOD - Explosive Ordnance DisposalFAC - Forward Air ControllerFCT - Firepower Control TeamFDC - Fire Direction ControlFET - Female Engagement Team.FSCC - Fire Support Coordination Center. Where fire missions are deconflicted and approved prior to shooting.GBU - Guided Bomb Unit GLT - Georgian Liaison Team. Georgian military advisors in Afghanistan.Hesco Barrier - Earthen filled barriers used to make or reinforce outpostsHMMWV - High mobility multi-wheeled vehicleIED - Improvised Explosive DeviceIOC - Infantry Officer's CourseJDAM - Joint Direct Attack Munition (GPS guided bomb)JTAC - Joint Terminal Attack ControllerLGTR - LASER Guided Training RoundM-ATV - MRAP All-terrain vehicleMARSOC - Marine Corps Special Operations CommandMART - Marines Awaiting Recon TrainingM-ATV - MRAP All Terrain VehicleMCMAP - Marine Corps Martial Arts ProgramMCIWS - Marine Corps Instructor of Water SurvivalMCT - Marine Combat TrainingMEB - Marine Expeditionary BrigadeMEU - Marine Expeditionary Unit (Unit attached to ships for deployment)MRAP - Mine Resistant Ambush Protected (armored vehicle)MSOT - Marine Special Operations TeamOCS - Officer Candidate SchoolOP - Observation Post. An area where forward observers spot enemy positions and conduct fire missions on targetsPB - Patrol BasePGM - Precision Guided MunitionsPID - Positive identificationPLDR - Portable Lightweight Designator Rangefinder PosRep - Position ReportRIP - Relief In PlaceRO - Radio Operator (Sometimes called an RTO)ROMAD - Radio Operator, Mechanic, and DriverR&S - Reconnaissance and SurveillanceSACC - Supporting Arms Coordination Center (FSCC on a ship)SALT - Supporting Arms Liaison TeamSERE - Survive, Evade, Resist, EscapeSOCS - Special Operations Capabilities SpecialistSOI - School of InfantrySOTG - Special Operations Training GroupS Shops - S-1 (Administration), S-2 (Intelligence), S-3 (Operations), S-4 (Logistics), S-6 (Communication)SVBIED - Suicide vehicle-borne improvised explosive deviceTACP - Tactical Air Control PartyWater Dogs - Logistics Marines in charge of purifying water and running sanitation facilitiesVBIED - Vehicle-borne improvised explosive device

Larry Briar is a former Marine Infantryman that served with Marine Security Forces, 2d Battalion 4th Marines, 2d Battalion 6th Marines, and others. Briar took part in multiple deployments to Iraq, Afghanistan, and aboard naval shipping. Want to be on the Former Action Guys Podcast?https://forms.gle/9MuoSkzBUgNiVgPu5 Support the podcast and website: www.jcramergraphics.com www.ANGLICOshop.comPodcast Links:YouTube: http://bit.ly/formeractionguysYouTubeSpotify: http://bit.ly/formeractionguysApplePodcast: http://bit.ly/formeractionguysAppleSocial Media:Instagram: www.instagram.com/formeractionguys Instagram: www.instagram.com/jcramergraphics Twitter: https://twitter.com/4meractionguys Reference:117 - Backpack-able radio for tactical use148 - Walkie-talkie style tactical radio152 - Walkie-talkie style tactical radio7-Ton - Medium Tactical Vehicle Replacement (Dump truck-sized military vehicle for hauling troops, supplies, etc.)9-Line - CAS mission brief formatA&S - Assessment and SelectionAAV - Assault Amphibious Vehicle (Also called Tracks)ABC - ANGLICO Basic CourseANG - Air National GuardANGLICO - Air Naval Gunfire Liaison CompanyBLT - Battalion Landing TeamBRC - Basic Reconnaissance CourseCAR - Combat Action RibbonCAS - Close Air SupportCCT - Combat Control TeamCLB - Combat Logistics BattalionCO - Commanding OfficerCOC - Command Operations CenterCOP - Combat OutpostCorpsman - Navy medic attached to MarinesEOD - Explosive Ordnance DisposalFAC - Forward Air ControllerFCT - Firepower Control TeamFDC - Fire Direction ControlFET - Female Engagement Team.FSCC - Fire Support Coordination Center. Where fire missions are deconflicted and approved prior to shooting.GBU - Guided Bomb Unit GLT - Georgian Liaison Team. Georgian military advisors in Afghanistan.Hesco Barrier - Earthen filled barriers used to make or reinforce outpostsHMMWV - High mobility multi-wheeled vehicleIED - Improvised Explosive DeviceIOC - Infantry Officer's CourseJDAM - Joint Direct Attack Munition (GPS guided bomb)JTAC - Joint Terminal Attack ControllerLGTR - LASER Guided Training RoundM-ATV - MRAP All-terrain vehicleMARSOC - Marine Corps Special Operations CommandMART - Marines Awaiting Recon TrainingM-ATV - MRAP All Terrain VehicleMCMAP - Marine Corps Martial Arts ProgramMCIWS - Marine Corps Instructor of Water SurvivalMCT - Marine Combat TrainingMEB - Marine Expeditionary BrigadeMEU - Marine Expeditionary Unit (Unit attached to ships for deployment)MRAP - Mine Resistant Ambush Protected (armored vehicle)MSOT - Marine Special Operations TeamOCS - Officer Candidate SchoolOP - Observation Post. An area where forward observers spot enemy positions and conduct fire missions on targetsPB - Patrol BasePGM - Precision Guided MunitionsPID - Positive identificationPLDR - Portable Lightweight Designator Rangefinder PosRep - Position ReportRIP - Relief In PlaceRO - Radio Operator (Sometimes called an RTO)ROMAD - Radio Operator, Mechanic, and DriverR&S - Reconnaissance and SurveillanceSACC - Supporting Arms Coordination Center (FSCC on a ship)SALT - Supporting Arms Liaison TeamSERE - Survive, Evade, Resist, EscapeSOCS - Special Operations Capabilities SpecialistSOI - School of InfantrySOTG - Special Operations Training GroupS Shops - S-1 (Administration), S-2 (Intelligence), S-3 (Operations), S-4 (Logistics), S-6 (Communication)SVBIED - Suicide vehicle-borne improvised explosive deviceTACP - Tactical Air Control PartyWater Dogs - Logistics Marines in charge of purifying water and running sanitation facilitiesVBIED - Vehicle-borne improvised explosive device

1:11 - Rob Jones introduction. Double Amputee OIF OEF Veteran, US Marine Corps, Professional speaker | 31 Marathons, 31 Days, 31 Cities. http://www.robjonesjourney.com5:48 - Survive, recover, use is Rob Jones philosophy. 6:17 - What was the attitude of Rob pre-Marine? Cared more about what was good for me. Lonely in college. 8:12 - Where was boot camp and who was the biggest prick? Paris Island? Sergeant Smith. 9:38 - What was your attitude when you stepped off the bus when you decided to serve in the Marines. Knowing what to expect didn't make it any less scary. Listen and DO what you're told to do and do it as fast as you can. 12:08 - How many brothers where you with in the Marines? 4 battalions. Each battalion has a couple companies. I was in Hotel Company. Each platoon had 90 recruits. 13 weeks boot camp. It's not designed to make you quit. It's designed to train you into being a Marine and molding you into a better self. 14:23 - Toughest day of basic? Never doubted that I'd be able to do it. 17:58 - What did you learn in boot camp? It's not about you any more. It's about your country first and foremost. Be a part of something bigger than you19:36 - Afghanistan. What was first day like? 92 Day Reservist is designed for people in college. Virginia Tech. 7 month long deployment. Al-Qaeda. Camp Leatherneck. Forward operating base. Hesco barriers fence. Bunkers that you build.24:44 - What's a day in the life of a Marine? Combat Engineer's task was to go out and fine Improvised Explosive Devices (EID). 29:47 - How do you prepare your brain to sweep mines? The day that changed your life. Clearing Taliban. Seizing territory. Ammonium Nitrate. 37:30 - The Rob Jones Journey. Was there a story that moved you to create the Rob Jones Journey? What was the attitude lesson of that recovery period? Dan Cnossen, double above-knee amputee. Walter Reid. Rudy Garcia Tolsen. 41:39 - 31 Marathons in 31 consecutive days in 31 different states.Bronze metal in rowing. Marine Marathon. 47:17 - http://www.RobJonesJourney.com52:08 - Today's current world. What could shape the attitude of our nation. Pulling out of Afghanistan. South Korea. Taliban has blood alliance with Al-Qaeda. 57:36 - Is America at war from within? Are we in a more hostile environment than we ever have been before? Anti-American sentiment. Just because we don't agree doesn't mean we should hate each other. 1:01:09 - What do we need more of? Civility. Benevolence. Conversation. Trust in the government again. 1:02:51 - Closing message of hope. Mindset for victory. Top 2 lessons. Use the challenges as a weight to get stronger. Don't resist the challenges. The key to overcome anything in life is selflessness. What is the thing that you care about the most? _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ SUBSCRIBE / RATE / REVIEW

Guest: Nick Koumalatsos Nick Koumalatsos joined the Marine Corps in 2000 and went on to become a 12 year Special Operations Marine Corps veteran with Marine Reconnaissance and Marine Special Operations Command. He has deployed in support of OIF/OEF and other places all over the world. Has trained foreign police, military, and militia in several countries.His military career prepared him for successful leadership and strategic operational planning. Nick is the founder and CEO of Alexander Industries as well as the producer of a successful YOUTUBE channel  and Podcast with his wife and partner Alison Capra.They co-own Agoge Training an online fitness coaching and private training facility, and Johnny Slicks an organic grooming essentials company.  Nick is a self-published author Ex-Communicated Warrior, 7-Stages of Transition, and co-author of fitness training books: USMC Prep, Recon Prep, and Marine Raider Prep. Nick has heart for his community first and foremost. He founded the Raider Project in 2014, a non-profit for active duty service members to help them transition out of the military. He is a father to 3 children, a world-traveler, philantropist, he enjoys BJJ, rock climbing, and SUP surfing.Learn more about Nick by visiting his website, or following him on Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter.Host: Ali Weingroff Learn more about Ali and her services by visiting her website or following her on Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter.

1:11 - Rob Jones introduction. Double Amputee OIF OEF Veteran, US Marine Corps, Professional speaker | 31 Marathons, 31 Days, 31 Cities. http://www.robjonesjourney.com 5:48 - Survive, recover, use is Rob Jones philosophy.  6:17 - What was the attitude of Rob pre-Marine? Cared more about what was good for me. Lonely in college.  8:12 - Where was boot camp and who was the biggest prick? Paris Island? Sergeant Smith.  9:38 - What was your attitude when you stepped off the bus when you decided to serve in the Marines. Knowing what to expect didn't make it any less scary. Listen and DO what you're told to do and do it as fast as you can.  12:08 - How many brothers where you with in the Marines? 4 battalions. Each battalion has a couple companies. I was in Hotel Company. Each platoon had 90 recruits. 13 weeks boot camp. It's not designed to make you quit. It's designed to train you into being a Marine and molding you into a better self.  14:23 - Toughest day of basic? Never doubted that I'd be able to do it.  17:58 - What did you learn in boot camp? It's not about you any more. It's about your country first and foremost. Be a part of something bigger than you 19:36 - Afghanistan. What was first day like? 92 Day Reservist is designed for people in college. Virginia Tech. 7 month long deployment. Al-Qaeda. Camp Leatherneck. Forward operating base. Hesco barriers fence. Bunkers that you build. 24:44 - What's a day in the life of a Marine? Combat Engineer's task was to go out and fine Improvised Explosive Devices (EID).  29:47 - How do you prepare your brain to sweep mines? The day that changed your life. Clearing Taliban. Seizing territory. Ammonium Nitrate.  37:30 - The Rob Jones Journey. Was there a story that moved you to create the Rob Jones Journey? What was the attitude lesson of that recovery period? Dan Cnossen, double above-knee amputee. Walter Reid. Rudy Garcia Tolsen.  41:39 - 31 Marathons in 31 consecutive days in 31 different states.Bronze metal in rowing. Marine Marathon.  47:17 - http://www.RobJonesJourney.com 52:08 - Today's current world. What could shape the attitude of our nation. Pulling out of Afghanistan. South Korea. Taliban has blood alliance with Al-Qaeda.  57:36 - Is America at war from within? Are we in a more hostile environment than we ever have been before? Anti-American sentiment. Just because we don't agree doesn't mean we should hate each other.  1:01:09 - What do we need more of? Civility. Benevolence. Conversation. Trust in the government again.  1:02:51 - Closing message of hope. Mindset for victory. Top 2 lessons. Use the challenges as a weight to get stronger. Don't resist the challenges. The key to overcome anything in life is selflessness. What is the thing that you care about the most?  _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _  SUBSCRIBE / RATE / REVIEW

It's been a rough week for our team members, people in Middle Tennessee, and for veterans and active duty service members with respect to recent events in Afghanistan. We're asking you to take a knee for a second and listen to this brief announcement. Our thoughts and prayers go out to all those affected by the flooding in TN.To all our brothers and sisters in arms, and those that had boots on ground in OIF/OEF, we're here for you.  What's happening in Afghanistan is a hard pill to swallow and we know that it has been causing a lot of triggers with PTSD, increased depression, and anxiety.  If you are struggling or just need someone to talk to, we're providing a link in this description to the Military Crisis Line. You can talk to someone confidentially via phone, text, or online and they're available 24/7. The Military Crisis Line, text-messaging service, and online chat provide free VA support for all Service members, including members of the National Guard and Reserve, and all Veterans, even if they are not registered with VA or enrolled in VA health care.  https://www.veteranscrisisline.net/get-help/military-crisis-lineSupport the show

Scott has 5.5 years experience as a small arms and artillery repairer Two tours OIF/OEF veteran. & 32 years of firearm experience

Host Tim K. joins Mike Erwin, the founder of Team RWB (Red, White, and Blue) and the Positivity Project, at Grace and Glory Farms in Pinehurst, North Carolina. The two discuss Mike’s time at West Point, his position overseas as an intelligence officer in support of Special Operations, and his path of service outside of the military. Mike also gets into the aspects of forming cultural change and what he is doing at a foundational level to help promote core character traits in our youth.  This podcast is accompanied by Erwin’s entire story which is available on the blog at www.thevetsproject.com/the-blog/LTC-Mike-Erwin. Check out Mike’s various initiatives at www.teamrwb.org and www.posproject.org. You can also follow along on Instagram: @erwinrwb, @teamrwb, and @posproject.

Introducing 1/4 of the Guest Hosts of "Sea Stories with Adam" Andy!. Andy was a Fire Controlman in the United States Navy. Learn how Andy's Naval career paralleled OIF/OEF starting with the unusual omens associated with Friday the 13th. We also discuss how he went from Andy the sailor, to Andy the rockstar and Hampton roads media giant.

Maj Charles Benbow is a Marine Infantry officer that has completed nine deployments; including the invasion of Iraq. Benbow was formerly an enlisted Marine engineer assigned to the 4th Marine Division, served with ANGLICO and attended the Virginia Military Institute. YouTube: http://bit.ly/formeractionguysYouTubeSpotify: http://bit.ly/formeractionguysApplePodcast: http://bit.ly/formeractionguysAppleContact:Website: www.jcramergraphics.com Instagram: www.instagram.com/formeractionguys Instagram: www.instagram.com/jcramergraphics Twitter: https://twitter.com/4meractionguys Email: formeractionguyspodcast@gmail.com Reference:117 - Backpackable radio for tactical use152 - Walkie-talkie style tactical radio7-Ton - Medium Tactical Vehicle Replacement (Dump truck-sized military vehicle for hauling troops, supplies, etc.)9-Line - CAS mission brief formatAAV - Amphibious Assault Vehicle (Also called Tracks)ABC - ANGLICO Basic CourseANG - Air National GuardANGLICO - Air Naval Gunfire Liaison CompanyBLT - Battalion Landing TeamBRC - Basic Reconnaissance CourseCAR - Combat Action RibbonCAS - Close Air SupportCCT - Combat Control TeamCLB - Combat Logistics BattalionCO - Commanding OfficerCOC - Command Operations CenterCOP - Combat OutpostCorpsman - Navy medic attached to MarinesEOD - Explosive Ordnance DisposalFAC - Forward Air ControllerFCT - Firepower Control TeamFDC - Fire Direction ControlFET - Female Engagement Team.FSCC - Fire Support Coordination Center. Where fire missions are deconflicted and approved prior to shooting.GBU - Guided Bomb Unit GLT - Georgian Liaison Team. Georgian military advisors in Afghanistan.Hesco Barrier - Earthen filled barriers used to make or reinforce outpostsHMMWV - High mobility multi-wheeled vehicleIED - Improvised Explosive DeviceIOC - Infantry Officer's CourseJDAM - Joint Direct Attack Munition (GPS guided bomb)JTAC - Joint Terminal Attack ControllerLGTR - LASER Guided Training RoundM-ATV - MRAP All-terrain vehicleMARSOC - Marine Corps Special Operations CommandMART - Marines Awaiting Recon TrainingMCAS - Marine Corps Air StationMCMAP - Marine Corps Martial Arts ProgramMCRD - Marine Corps Recruit DepotMCIWS - Marine Corps Instructor of Water SurvivalMCT - Marine Combat TrainingMEU - Marine Expeditionary Unit (Unit attached to ships for deployment)MRAP - Mine Resistant Ambush Protected (armored vehicle)MSOT - Marine Special Operations TeamMTU - Marksmanship Training UnitOCS - Officer Candidate SchoolOP - Observation Post. An area where forward observers spot enemy positions and conduct fire missions on targetsPB - Patrol BasePGM - Precision Guided MunitionsPLDR - Portable Lightweight Designator Rangefinder PosRep - Position ReportPSS-SOF - Precision Strike Suite Special Operations Forces. Targeting program.RO - Radio Operator (Sometimes called an RTO)ROMAD - Radio Operator, Mechanic, and DriverR&S - Reconnaissance and SurveillanceSACC - Supporting Arms Coordination Center (FSCC on a ship)SALT - Supporting Arms Liaison TeamSERE - Survive, Evade, Resist, EscapeSOCS - Special Operations Capabilities SpecialistSOI - School of InfantrySOTG - Special Operations Training GroupS Shops - S-1 (Administration), S-2 (Intelligence), S-3 (Operations), S-4 (Logistics), S-6 (Communication)SVBIED - Suicide vehicle-borne improvised explosive deviceTACP - Tactical Air Control PartyTaco Rice - Greasy food for drunk Marines stationed in OkinawaWater Dogs - Logistics Marines in charge of purifying water and running sanitation facilitiesVBIED - Vehicle-borne improvised explosive device

Tim K. joins Non-Commissioned Officer In Charge of the Special Operations Combat Medical Skills Sustainment Course, Rob Ottesen, in Southern Pines, North Carolina. Rob is considered an expert in the field of Special Operations medicine as his role within the Army is heading up the recertification of Special Operations medical personnel. On the podcast, Ottesen discusses his rigorous path into the world of Special Operations having been previously wounded in combat even before attending SFAS (Special Forces Assessment & Selection); while serving with 1st Infantry Division in Iraq at a tumultuous time during the first surge. Rob discusses his past bouts with emotional trauma and his eventual perseverance.

SSgt Tony Musselman was a United States Marine JTAC and Fire Support Man that worked with 5th ANGLICO, 2D Battalion 10th Marine Regiment, 2nd Battalion 6th Marine Regiment and Marine Raider Regiment. Musselman deployed to Iraq with 5th ANGLICO before heading to 2/10 where he was selected to go to Tactical Air Control Party school to earn his Joint Terminal Attack Controller certification. Immediately following TACP school, Musselman was tapped as a combat replacement for Jason Calo. Calo was another 2/10 JTAC that had been killed in action while participating in Operation Moshtarak with 2/6. Following that deployment, Musselman was recruited to the Marine Raider Regiment to work as a JTAC on their special operations teams. Musselman would conduct two deployments to Afghanistan with the Marine Raiders. On his first deployment, his team conducted village stability operations and on his second deployment, his team was tasked with conducting direct action raids. We wrap up the interview discussing mental health and some of the issues Musselman dealt with following his multiple combat deployments. I've really been looking forward to this interview and am excited to hear about Tony's full career. ApplePodcast: http://bit.ly/formeractionguysAppleYouTube: http://bit.ly/formeractionguysYouTubeSpotify: http://bit.ly/formeractionguysContact and Website Info: https://linktr.ee/formeractionguysReference:117 - Backpackable radio for tactical use152 - Walkie-talkie style tactical radio7-Ton - Medium Tactical Vehicle Replacement (Dump truck-sized military vehicle for hauling troops, supplies, etc.)9-Line - CAS mission brief formatAAV - Amphibious Assault Vehicle (Also called Tracks)ABC - ANGLICO Basic CourseANG - Air National GuardANGLICO - Air Naval Gunfire Liaison CompanyBLT - Battalion Landing TeamBRC - Basic Reconnaissance CourseCAR - Combat Action RibbonCAS - Close Air SupportCCT - Combat Control TeamCLB - Combat Logistics BattalionCO - Commanding OfficerCOC - Command Operations CenterCOP - Combat OutpostCorpsman - Navy medic attached to MarinesEOD - Explosive Ordnance DisposalFAC - Forward Air ControllerFCT - Firepower Control TeamFDC - Fire Direction ControlFET - Female Engagement Team.FSCC - Fire Support Coordination Center. Where fire missions are deconflicted and approved prior to shooting.GBU - Guided Bomb Unit GLT - Georgian Liaison Team. Georgian military advisors in Afghanistan.Hesco Barrier - Earthen filled barriers used to make or reinforce outpostsHMMWV - High mobility multi-wheeled vehicleIED - Improvised Explosive DeviceIOC - Infantry Officer's CourseJDAM - Joint Direct Attack Munition (GPS guided bomb)JTAC - Joint Terminal Attack ControllerLGTR - LASER Guided Training RoundM-ATV - MRAP All-terrain vehicleMARSOC - Marine Corps Special Operations CommandMART - Marines Awaiting Recon TrainingMCAS - Marine Corps Air StationMCMAP - Marine Corps Martial Arts ProgramMCRD - Marine Corps Recruit DepotMCIWS - Marine Corps Instructor of Water SurvivalMCT - Marine Combat TrainingMEU - Marine Expeditionary Unit (Unit attached to ships for deployment)MRAP - Mine Resistant Ambush Protected (armored vehicle)MSOT - Marine Special Operations TeamMTU - Marksmanship Training UnitOCS - Officer Candidate SchoolOP - Observation Post. An area where forward observers spot enemy positions and conduct fire missions on targetsPB - Patrol BasePGM - Precision Guided MunitionsPLDR - Portable Lightweight Designator Rangefinder PosRep - Position ReportPSS-SOF - Precision Strike Suite Special Operations Forces. Targeting program.RO - Radio Operator (Sometimes called an RTO)ROMAD - Radio Operator, Mechanic, and DriverR&S - Reconnaissance and SurveillanceS Shops - S-1 (Administration), S-2 (Intelligence), S-3 (Operations), S-4 (Logistics), S-6 (Communication)SACC - Supporting Arms Coordination Center (FSCC on a ship)SALT - Supporting Arms Liaison TeamSERE - Survive, Evade, Resist, EscapeSOCS - Special Operations Capabilities SpecialistSOI - School of InfantrySOTG - Special Operations Training GroupSVBIED - Suicide vehicle-borne improvised explosive deviceTACP - Tactical Air Control PartyWater Dogs - Logistics Marines in charge of purifying water and running sanitation facilitiesVBIED - Vehicle-borne improvised explosive deviceVCP - Vehicle Check Point

Shira Maguen, Ph.D. is Mental Health Director of the OEF/OIF Integrated Care Clinic and Staff Psychologist on the Posttraumatic Stress Disorder Clinical Team (PCT) at the San Francisco VA Medical Center (SFVAMC), and Associate Professor in the Dept. of Psychiatry, UCSF School of Medicine. She is also the San Francisco site lead for the VA Women's Practice-Based Research Network (PBRN) and co-director of the SFVAMC MIRECC Postdoctoral Research Fellowship. Dr. Maguen completed her internship and postdoctoral training at the National Center for PTSD at the VA Boston Healthcare System after receiving her doctorate in Clinical Psychology from Georgia State University. She is involved with both the research and clinical components of the PTSD program. Her research interests fall under the umbrella of PTSD, moral injury, and suicide, and include risk and resilience factors in veterans, with a particular focus on female veterans. Dr. Maguen was the recipient of a VA Health Services Research and Development Grant that examined the impact of killing in veterans of war and moral injury. She has four additional grants that examine a novel treatment for veterans who have killed in war; trauma-related eating problems in female veterans; the effectiveness of evidence-based treatments in Iraq and Afghanistan veterans via natural language processing; and the effectiveness of a behaviorally-based treatment for insomnia (BBTI) in primary care. She recently completed a grant that examines PTSD and co-morbid conditions in OIF/OEF female veterans, and one that examines mild TBI and PTSD in OIF/OEF veterans. Dr. Maguen is the author of over 100 peer-reviewed publications, most of which focus on veteran mental health. She also works in a clinical capacity within the OEF/OIF Integrated Care Clinic and treating veterans with evidence-based treatments for PTSD. She supervises research health fellows and other trainees in evidence-based treatments for PTSD and provides mentorship for trauma-focused research fellows. In this episode, you will learn: Shira's background and experience Looking at veteran mental health needs as developmental; different needs at different stages The Origins of the concept of moral injury Similarities and differences between PTSD and Moral Injury Moral Injury and relationships Definition of moral injury Cultural expectations and influences on moral injury Interventions that impact moral injury Links Mentioned In This Episode: Dr. Maguen's email address: Shira.Maguen@va.gov Articles published by Dr. Maguen and colleagues Veteran Mental Health Boot Camp(Includes episode with Dr. Joseph Currier) --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/changeyourpov/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/changeyourpov/support

Vincent Ray will be talking about his USMC experience and deploying to Iraq and Afghanistan. He will also discuss transition and how he is dealing with life.USMC Jan 2001 - Jan 2006Reserve Jan 2006 - Jan 2010MCRD San Diego Echo Co.2111 Small Arms Tech. School Aberdeen Proving Ground. Marine Corps Security Forces Batallion Fast Co. Attached to multiple Platoons 1, 2, & 3rd Fast "Fleet anti-terrorism Security Team" Feb 2003 Iraq 11 for OIF / OEF 04 Yokosuka Japan 1st Fast 3rd platoon Operations in The straights of Malaka, Indonesia, Philippines, Afghanistan. And many More.LinksCombat Vet Vision - https://www.facebook.com/CombatVetVisionSponsorsSitch Radio - https://sitchradio.com/If you would like to become a sponsor or advertiser Call Sitch Radio (714) 643-2500 X 1

Maj Charles Benbow is back on the show and in this episode, we talk about his second deployment with 2nd Battalion 8th Marines. Rather than return to Iraq, Benbow and the Marines of 2/8 went to Afghanistan with the battalion in the closing days of 2003.

Nate Garens is back on the Former Action Guys Podcast for his third time and we get into college topics, transitioning into a professional career after being a combat arms Marine, and some current events. Always a great conversation with Nate and I look forward to our next one. As always, make sure to subscribe and share the show! ApplePodcast: http://bit.ly/formeractionguysAppleYouTube: http://bit.ly/formeractionguysYouTubeSpotify: http://bit.ly/formeractionguysGooglePlay: http://bit.ly/formeractionguysGoogleContact:Website: www.jcramergraphics.com Instagram: www.instagram.com/formeractionguys Instagram: www.instagram.com/jcramergraphics Twitter: https://twitter.com/4meractionguys Email: formeractionguyspodcast@gmail.com Reference:117 - Backpackable radio for tactical use152 - Walkie-talkie style tactical radio7-Ton - Medium Tactical Vehicle Replacement (Dump truck-sized military vehicle for hauling troops, supplies, etc.)9-Line - CAS mission brief formatAAV - Amphibious Assault Vehicle (Also called Tracks)ABC - ANGLICO Basic CourseANG - Air National GuardANGLICO - Air Naval Gunfire Liaison CompanyBLT - Battalion Landing TeamBRC - Basic Reconnaissance CourseCAR - Combat Action RibbonCAS - Close Air SupportCCT - Combat Control TeamCLB - Combat Logistics BattalionCO - Commanding OfficerCOC - Command Operations CenterCOP - Combat OutpostCorpsman - Navy medic attached to MarinesEOD - Explosive Ordnance DisposalFAC - Forward Air ControllerFCT - Firepower Control TeamFDC - Fire Direction ControlFET - Female Engagement Team.FSCC - Fire Support Coordination Center. Where fire missions are deconflicted and approved prior to shooting.GBU - Guided Bomb Unit GLT - Georgian Liaison Team. Georgian military advisors in Afghanistan.Hesco Barrier - Earthen filled barriers used to make or reinforce outpostsHMMWV - High mobility multi-wheeled vehicleIED - Improvised Explosive DeviceIOC - Infantry Officer's CourseJDAM - Joint Direct Attack Munition (GPS guided bomb)JTAC - Joint Terminal Attack ControllerLGTR - LASER Guided Training RoundM-ATV - MRAP All-terrain vehicleMARSOC - Marine Corps Special Operations CommandMART - Marines Awaiting Recon TrainingMCAS - Marine Corps Air StationMCMAP - Marine Corps Martial Arts ProgramMCRD - Marine Corps Recruit DepotMCIWS - Marine Corps Instructor of Water SurvivalMCT - Marine Combat TrainingMEU - Marine Expeditionary Unit (Unit attached to ships for deployment)MRAP - Mine Resistant Ambush Protected (armored vehicle)MSOT - Marine Special Operations TeamMTU - Marksmanship Training UnitOCS - Officer Candidate SchoolOP - Observation Post. An area where forward observers spot enemy positions and conduct fire missions on targetsPB - Patrol BasePGM - Precision Guided MunitionsPLDR - Portable Lightweight Designator Rangefinder PosRep - Position ReportPSS-SOF - Precision Strike Suite Special Operations Forces. Targeting program.RO - Radio Operator (Sometimes called an RTO)ROMAD - Radio Operator, Mechanic, and DriverR&S - Reconnaissance and SurveillanceSACC - Supporting Arms Coordination Center (FSCC on a ship)SALT - Supporting Arms Liaison TeamSERE - Survive, Evade, Resist, EscapeSOCS - Special Operations Capabilities SpecialistSOI - School of InfantrySOTG - Special Operations Training GroupS Shops - S-1 (Administration), S-2 (Intelligence), S-3 (Operations), S-4 (Logistics), S-6 (Communication)SVBIED - Suicide vehicle-borne improvised explosive deviceTACP - Tactical Air Control PartyTaco Rice - Greasy food for drunk Marines stationed in OkinawaWater Dogs - Logistics Marines in charge of purifying water and running sanitation facilitiesVBIED - Vehicle-borne improvised explosive device

A combined five combat tours and 20 years of combat experience between the two of them, Vinse Edwards and Will Struckman truly lived the dream of the Army combat infantryman. Our host Tim K., sat down with them in Fayetteville, North Carolina for the podcast where they discussed the volatility of being on the frontlines in some of the harshest parts of Iraq. The three also speak on the value of finding humor in even the darkest of situations in combat. Vinse and Will also talked about their new path as they founded a tech startup after leaving the Army. They’ve committed themselves to creating swim safe, hearing protection in the form of wind resistant earbuds. Although it’s a strenuous undertaking, they’re fully committed to creating the world’s most reliable communications systems. Check out www.capellaaudio.com to stay up to date with all the latest.

Host Tim K. sits down in Colorado Springs, Colorado with Tu Lam who enjoyed a 23 year career in the Army, with 18 of those years in a Special Operations capacity. He went on to start an extremely successful tactical company known as “Ronin Tactics.” On the podcast Tu discusses his journey to positive mental health after decades of serving in some of the hottest spots in the world. Lam also speaks about the mastery of spirituality and his journey to live up to his distinct code of faith. To learn more about Tu Lam, read his legacy project, follow him on Instagram: @ronintactics and check out www.ronintactics.com. Also, check him out on Activision’s Call of Duty: Modern Warfare as the first ever character to be modeled directly after a veteran of the Global War On Terror.

Founder and host, Tim K., sits down with Bison Union’s Bert Kuntz in Sheridan, Wyoming at their bustling Main Street coffee shop. In the 2016 timeframe, Tim met up with Bert, a former Special Forces Medic (18 Delta) who had just left the military and was working for $10 an hour as a ranch hand. At the time, Bert was not only working the ranch but had with the help of a few friends and family, started a merchandise company called “Peacemaker Trading.” They produced roughly 200 shirts which all sold in a period of roughly thirty minutes. Since then, the title of the brand has been changed to Bison Union, the company moved north from Fort Worth to Wyoming (soon opening another shop in Ft. Worth); but the success has followed in droves. Bison Union is now the foundation of a flourishing lifestyle brand, coffee shop, and a bison herd; which will begin selling meat products around the country in the near future. A lot has changed since Tim followed Bert around the ranch in Parker County, Texas but one thing has become far more evident to Kuntz on this entrepreneurial journey. There is no room for ego, which just so happens to be part of the namesake of his new podcast appropriately titled, “Kill Your Ego.” For those of you who don’t remember a lot about Bert’s past in the A teams as a Green Beret, we’d suggest you go back and read his project which is at . This was not an interview what that dwelled too much in the past, but serves more as a look into the future of Bison Union and how true happiness and growth resides on a foundation of humility. If you’d like to follow Bert check him out on Instagram: @bertkuntz. To learn more about Bison Union check out their website: www.bethebison.com, Instagram: @bisonunion, @bisonunioncoffee, @landandbison, and Facebook: Bison Union. Check out the Kill Your Ego Podcast on Instagram: @killyouregopodcast, Spotify, Apple Podcasts.

Tim K. sits down with Retired Command Sergeant Major Donald McAlister in Western Massachusetts, while on set of an upcoming psychological thriller called “The Curse of Sinchanee.” Don first served in the invasion of Iraq in 2003, already a Staff Sergeant in the United States Army, then subsequently thereafter deployed to Afghanistan three times. He served in the Army for 24 years, and his most difficult deployment was his second to last to the hellish landscape of the Arghandab River Valley. That particular area was an integral portion of Taliban-held territory, surrounding the holy city of Kandahar. The lessons learned in that valley over the course of his unit’s time there would be ones that have followed him even to the present day. Tim and Don discuss spending decades in the Army, how to balance family life, and what it’s like to reintegrate back into society after dedicating most of your adult life to the military. Throughout the podcast, you will hear Mac speak about the value of taking a “tactical pause,” something he learned while in basic training. This followed him throughout his lengthy career, culminating at a point when his paratroopers needed his knowledge the most. This podcast is sponsored by Team House Studios. They are a production studio committed to empowering military veterans both in front and behind the camera. Co-founded by Filmmaker Steven Grayhm and Former NFL player and Green Beret Veteran Nate Boyer. Through real hands on training, Team House Studios aims to create an equal opportunity environment for all genders, races and backgrounds. Also, be sure to check out Mac’s Man Cave, which features our guest. Since retiring “Mac” continues to stay involved in the Veteran community, devoting most of his time to serving others through various non-profit efforts. His presence as a highly-respected leader makes him a highly-coveted asset in the veteran community. Mac’s Man Cave is a deep dive into transitioning out of the military, with guests from both the civilian and veteran communities. These episodes can be viewed presently on Instagram Live either at instagram.com/donald_mac_mcalister/ or instagram.com/macsmancave/.

Nick was born in Hollywood Florida. He spent his childhood training to be Batman and planning his next big adventure. He grew up on the move and lived in 5 states by the time he was twelve. This only made him more adaptable and comfortable with integrating into any environment.His teen years took a turn and were rocky to say the least. Nick was forced into juvenile detention at the age of twelve. After shaking his past Nick needed to find a new direction.Nick joined the Marine Corps at 19 but not without a fight. Because of his troubled youth, Nick had to seek legal counsel just to be accepted. He suffered from a wrist injury within his first week of bootcamp. He spent five and a half months in basic training but graduated company honor grad. It was his perseverance through adversity that set the tone for his future and a foreshadowing of things to come.Nick went on to become a 12 year Special Operations Marine Corps veteran with Marine Reconnaissance and Marine Special Operations Command. He has deployed in support of OIF/OEF and other places all over the world. Has trained foreign police, military, and militia in several countries.His military career prepared him for successful leadership and strategic operational planning. Nick is the founder and CEO of Alexander Industries as well as a successful adventure + informational YOUTUBE channel with his partner Alison Capra. From adventures to Iceland to concealed carry handgun tips, this channel is a peak into Nick's daily life as a VLOG.Nick has heart for his community first and foremost. It is his life mission to see his brother's successful. Nick started The Raider Project. His mission is to connect with MARSOC and other USMC combat veterans to help them transition smoothly, peacefully and successfully into the private sector. Nicholas also recently started Robin Hood Pictures. This is a project his is very passionate about. He set out to produce movies FOR THE PEOPLE. Without a religious or political agenda. Movies that set us apart for telling the stories of the men who have given everything for their country. Men who have altered the course of our history. To paint a picture of the struggle with a transition from the wages of war. His hopes that the movie he produces will be an eye opening portrayal of what our modern day veterans are facing. These stories don't always have happy endings, but they have significant ones. Nick hopes to inspire action for the veteran community and celebrate their successes. A life of adventure and excitement. Nick resides in North Carolina with his wife and business partner of Alexander Industries, Alison. They own Snap Fitness, Ship On Site, A Coffee Company, Survival and Tactical Systems, and Miserable Cows and is co-owner of Johnny Slicks and organic grooming essentials company. Nick is a self-published author Ex-Communicated Warrior, 7-Stages of Transition, and co-author of fitness training books: USMC Prep, Recon Prep, and Marine Raider Prep. He has two beautiful daughters and a handsome dog, Leo. He spends his free time on the water or traveling to see his family in Greece.

Join us as our host Tim K. (Founder of The Veterans Project and The Caregiver Project) sits down in Austin with Green Beret, Tim Kennedy. Kennedy's resumè includes multiple combat deployments, a black belt in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, his time in the octagon as one of the best MMA fighters in the world, host of multiple prime time TV shows, and ownership of numerous, successful business ventures. Tim and Tim discuss Kennedy's path into Special Operations, his successes and failures as a soldier, reintegration into polite society, conservation through hunting, and our current culture.  Make sure you check out Tim's companies, Sheepdog Response and Ranger Up. To see what Tim Kennedy is up to currently, check him out on Instagram @timkennedymma, Facebook: Tim Kennedy, and at his website: timkennedymma.com

Our founder and host, Tim K., sat down with Rudy Reyes in Newport Beach, California to speak about his life lately. Rudy grew up in a merciless sequence of loveless behavior, one in which he found himself as a youth defending his brothers on the streets while being shuttled from one relative's home to another. Growing up in a rough neighborhood in Kansas City, Missouri with few ways to break the cycle, Rudy turned to the Eagle, Globe, and Anchor as a beacon of hope layered in a structure of transformation. His path to becoming the warrior started as a youth, but the Marines would teach him how to harness his energy and shape him into the most efficient version of the Devil Dog, ready to take on the enemy at every turn. Like many veterans, Rudy's transition out of the Marine Corps wasn't seamless, but he found his identity again through a transcendent path into the world of the arts. He's an actor (HBO's Generation Kill, Apocalypse Man, Ultimate Survival Alaska), philanthropist, fitness expert and world renowned martial artist. Check out Rudy's philanthropic efforts with Force Blue Team, to learn more about how you can help former Special Operations warriors save the coral reefs. This episode is sponsored by Mayday Hemp Company, a veteran (Marine Force Recon) owned CBD company devoted to bringing the purest form of CBD products to market.

Founder and host, Tim K., is in beautiful Los Angeles, California where he sits down to chat with former Green Beret, Nate Boyer. Boyer, who walked on to the University of Texas as a football player, is currently an actor/producer living in LA while tackling numerous non-profit projects. Nate speaks about his life before the Army, his reason for joining Army Special Operations, his philanthropic endeavors, the veteran community, and his journey to Hollywood. He also touches on his thoughts about veterans in the arts. For more information on Oscar Mike Foundation, check out oscarmike.org.

On this episode the guys speak with one of the first celebrity Marines of the OIF/OEF generation, Rudy Reyes. Rudy discusses his upbringing in an all boys home, being a Mexican American, uplifting veterans, his own struggles with drugs and alcohol, excessive PT and his Veteran outreach non profit Force Blue. And yes of course he gets into the trenches with the team and slings some jokes....Beware Rudy's energy is infectious! he will have you wanting to do a run-swim-run while simultaneously preparing your taxes. Follow Rudy Reyes on IG: @realrudyreyes Check out Rudy's website: www.rudyreyes.com Go to www.SOFBadMonkey.com to purchase SBM swag and read the latest blogs. Follow us on IG: @sofbadmonkey @Jdelgadoarte @Ralstonste @Official_jayFeely2

REPLAY The first hour of the Show was Case of the Monday's with Lynette (Myself) and Anu Vaidya. After that awesomeness, Erin Marie RN joined me. Check it out to hearing her families story and getting her perspective on ACIP at the CDC. United States Army Special Operations Veteran -Served eight years with top-secret clearance Deployed to Iraq in support of OIF/OEF between 2003-2004 -Supported relief efforts to hospitals, orphanages, and schools Bachelor of Science Degree in Nursing -Left mainstream nursing and entered into the natural health sector -Multi-state nurse advocate Vaccine-injured Son (12-months of age) -MMR Vaccine Founder: Nurses for Vaccine Safety Alliance, Inc -Non-profit Organization

Today is our final episode for the year.  We discuss the HUGE pile of recent military news that has occurred within the last week, to include Jim Mattis’ resignation, 4k troops departing Syria, half of the current deployment in Afghanistan redeploying, and so on.For that who haven’t heard, Fortress On A Hill has a new cohost: BT Hampton.  He’s an OIF / OEF veteran like Danny and myself and we’re pumped to have him as part of our tiny circle of self destruction.  You can find his blog and personal podcast here.   2:23- The death and crimes of George H.W. Bush 20:00- Niger investigation update 35:33- Syria redeployment cutting Afghanistan troops in half 38:40- Mattis resignation 1:08:20- Patron questions 1:45:08- An outrageous amount of militarism in a small package An operation in Niger went fatally awry.  Who is the Army punishing? - Thomas Gibbons-Neff - NYT Enjoy the show?!  Please leave us a review right here. Contact us direct by email at fortressonahill@gmail.com Leave us a voicemail at 860-598-0570.  We might even play it on the podcast!!! Not a contributor on Patreon? You're missing out on amazing bonus content! Sign up to be one of our contributors today! - www.patreon.com/fortressonahill A special thanks to our honorary producers Matthew Hoh, Will Ahrens, Gage Counts, Fahim Shirazee, and James Higgins!!  Without you guys, we couldn't continue our work.  Thank you so much!!! Not up for something recurring like Patreon, but want to give a couple bucks?!  Visit Paypal.me/fortressonahill to contribute!! Facebook - Fortress On A Hill Twitter - Fortress On A Hill Soundcloud - Fortress On A Hill FOH is hosted, written, and produced by Chris 'Henri' Henrikson and Danny Sjursen Intro / outro music "Fortress on a hill" written and performed by Clifton Hicks.  Clifton's Bandcamp page; Clifton's Patreon page Cover and website art designed by Brian K. Wyatt Jr. of B-EZ Graphix Multimedia Marketing Agency in Tallehassee, FL Note: The views expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts alone, expressed in an unofficial capacity, and do not reflect the official policy or position of the Department of the Army, Department of Defense, or the U.S. government.

Summary: Shira Maguen, Ph.D. is Mental Health Director of the OEF/OIF Integrated Care Clinic and Staff Psychologist on the Posttraumatic Stress Disorder Clinical Team (PCT) at the San Francisco VA Medical Center (SFVAMC), and Associate Professor in the Dept. of Psychiatry, UCSF School of Medicine. She is also the San Francisco site lead for the VA Women’s Practice Based Research Network (PBRN) and co-director of the SFVAMC MIRECC Postdoctoral Research Fellowship. Dr. Maguen completed her internship and postdoctoral training at the National Center for PTSD at the VA Boston Healthcare System after receiving her doctorate in Clinical Psychology from Georgia State University. She is involved with both the research and clinical components of the PTSD program. Her research interests fall under the umbrella of PTSD, moral injury, and suicide, and include risk and resilience factors in veterans, with a particular focus on female veterans. Dr. Maguen was the recipient of a VA Health Services Research and Development Grant that examined the impact of killing in veterans of war and moral injury. She has four additional grants that examine a novel treatment for veterans who have killed in war; trauma-related eating problems in female veterans; the effectiveness of evidence-based treatments in Iraq and Afghanistan veterans via natural language processing; and the effectiveness of a behaviorally-based treatment for insomnia (BBTI) in primary care. She recently completed a grant that examines PTSD and co-morbid conditions in OIF/OEF female veterans, and one that examines mild TBI and PTSD in OIF/OEF veterans. Dr. Maguen is the author of over 100 peer-reviewed publications, most of which focus on veteran mental health. She also works in a clinical capacity within the OEF/OIF Integrated Care Clinic and treating veterans with evidence-based treatments for PTSD. She supervises research health fellows and other trainees in evidence-based treatments for PTSD, and provides mentorship for trauma-focused research fellows. In this Episode, you will learn: Shira's background and experience Looking at veteran mental health needs as developmental; different needs at different stages The Origins of the concept of moral injury Similiarties and differences between PTSD and Moral Injury Moral Injury and relationships Definition of moral injury Cultural expectations and influences on moral injury Interventions that impact moral injury Links Mentioned In This Episode: Dr. Maguen's email address: Shira.Maguen@va.gov Articles published by Dr. Maguen and colleagues  Veteran Mental Health Boot Camp(Includes episode with Dr. Joseph Currier)   Want to keep up with all of the Head Space and Timing content? Subscribe Here  You can be sure to find future episodes of Head Space and Timing, and all of the CYPOV Podcast Network Shows, by subscribing through your Podcast player of choice, like iTunes. Using an app makes subscribing and listening to podcasts (both ours and others) so much simpler. Just subscribe to Change Your POV Podcast within your app and it will automatically update every time a new episode is released. Do you want to check out Duane’s latest book, Combat Vet Don’t Mean Crazy? Check it out by finding it on Amazon 

The first hour of the Show is Case of the Monday's with Lynette (Myself) and Anu Vaidya. After that awesomeness, Erin Marie RN will be joining me. I am looking forward to hearing her families story and getting her perspective on ACIP at the CDC.  United States Army Special Operations Veteran -Served eight years with top-secret clearance  Deployed to Iraq in support of OIF/OEF between 2003-2004  -Supported relief efforts to hospitals, orphanages, and schools Bachelor of Science Degree in Nursing -Left mainstream nursing and entered into the natural health sector -Multi-state nurse advocate Vaccine-injured Son (12-months of age)  -MMR Vaccine Founder: Nurses for Vaccine Safety Alliance, Inc  -Non-profit Organization

Tim Kolzcak asked his dad what the plan was for college. After learning there was no money available for his education, he had to choose between going into debt or joining the military. So, he enlisted in the Army. After his tour, which involved deployments in support of OIF/OEF, he continued his education. With the recommendation and encouragement of a professor, he began a photographic essay titled The Veterans Project. Now, Tim tells the stories of Veterans through these photos. Tim is going to share his journey in the Army and exploring the idea of his project. Also, Tim joins us for a conversation about storytelling in the Veteran space, and what Veterans should keep in mind as they collaborate within the community and attempt to motivate others through their own story.

The February 4th edition of Warrior Connection was a discussion about denied, delayed, and  ineffective medical care with the wife of  an american hero - DU - burn pit - etc. casualty  of OIF OEF  who's uncle is one of our nation's greatest and legendary WW2 heroes.  

Jennifer Watson - Jennifer is ServingTogether’s Veteran Peer Navigator. She proudly served in the United States Air Force and is an OIF/OEF service-connected combat veteran. She understands the needs of the veteran community and has made it her mission to provide support and resources to her fellow veterans and their families. Jennifer received her Bachelors of Science degree in Criminal Justice at the University of Baltimore as well as her Masters of Science degree in Forensic Science: High Tech Crimes. Julie Riggs - Julie is ServingTogether’s Program Manager. She brings to the position a boots on the ground perspective with over 10 years’ experience working with military and veterans in the nonprofit sector. As the wife of a United States Naval Chief Petty Officer, she is dedicated to providing our nation’s veterans and families access to the tools and resources they need. Julie holds a BA in English from San Jose State University in California. ServingTogether was created to simplify access to the wealth of resources and veterans organizations in the National Capital Region and beyond that were created for those who have served and their families.

This bonus episode we review Acupuncture. Articles: Lim, Hee-Don, et al. "Anti-inflammatory effects of acupuncture stimulation via the vagus nerve." PloS one 11.3 (2016): e0151882. Lew, Henry L., Carlos Tun, and David X. Cifu. "Prevalence of chronic pain, posttraumatic stress disorder, and persistent postconcussive symptoms in OIF/OEF veterans: polytrauma clinical triad." Journal of rehabilitation research and development 46.6 (2009): 697. "Acupuncture Point ST36 - Zusanli - Stomach." TCM Points. N.p., n.d. Web. 15 June 2017.   Constante, Agnes. "Bill to Provide Veterans with Acupuncture Access Introduced in House."NBCNews.com. NBCUniversal News Group, 14 June 2017. Web. 15 June 2017. Publications, Harvard Health. "Relieving Pain with Acupuncture." Harvard Health. N.p., n.d. Web. 15 June 2017. Welcome to TalkingMed, the podcast where we discuss current medical news. Contact: talkingmedpodcast@gmail.com Twitter: @TalkingMedPod Song credit: Night Owl by Broke For Free from the Free Music Archive, used under CCBY Attribution License, modified from the original. Disclaimer: The information presented on this podcast are our own personal views, opinions, and research on the subject matter and do not represent those of our institution or our department. Anything discussed on this podcast should not be considered medical advice. Please contact a professional if you have any medical concerns. All content found on TalkingMed, including text, images, audio, or other formats were created for informational purposes only. The content is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or another qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have learned it from TalkingMed. Under no circumstances shall Vivek, Stephen, TalkingMed, any guests or contributors to the podcast or blog, or any employees, associates, or affiliates of TalkingMed be responsible for damages arising from use of the podcast or blog. This podcast or blog should not be used in any legal capacity whatsoever, including but not limited to establishing “standard of care” in a legal sense or as a basis for expert witness testimony. No guarantee is given regarding the accuracy of any statements or opinions made on the podcast or blog. You hereby acknowledge that nothing contained on TalkingMed shall constitute financial, investment, legal and/or other professional advice and that no professional relationship of any kind is created between you and the TalkingMed. You hereby agree that you shall not make any financial, investment, legal and/or other decision based in whole or in part on anything contained on TalkingMed. Nothing on TalkingMed or included as a part of TalkingMed should be construed as an attempt to offer or render a medical opinion or otherwise engage in the practice of medicine. If you think you may have a medical emergency, call your doctor, go to the emergency department, or call 911 immediately.  The content may contain health- or medical-related materials or discussions regarding sexually explicit disease states. If you find these materials offensive, you may not want to use this content.

Joe Mornini has spent a lifetime going from adventure to adventure. He holds a master's degree in Environmental Education from Goddard College and has been involved in outdoor education for almost four decades. A Special Education Resource Teacher and counselor, Joe is the coordinator of a program for seriously emotionally disturbed adolescents at Walt Whitman High School in Bethesda, MD. For 30+ years, Joe’s stress-buster has been whitewater kayaking after school on the nearby Potomac River. Always the environmentalist and adventurer, Joe has motorcycled across the country three times, walked across Ireland, walked across the state of Maryland and paddled rivers around the country. In 2004, Joe and kayaking buddy, Mike McCormick, recruited friends and local paddling businesses to support their idea to teach whitewater kayaking to wounded soldiers returning from the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan at Walter Reed Army Medical Center. They named the program Team River Runner (TRR) and the goal has been to provide hope, health and healing. Working in partnership with The Wounded Warrior Project and Disabled Sports USA, TRR is a non-profit volunteer organization that now provides adaptive, therapeutic and leadership training programs for OIF/OEF veterans on a national level.

John Steinbaugh retired from the US Army Special Operations Command after 25 years.  John was initially an infantryman. He volunteered for Special Forces, became a medic in 1994 and was assigned to 10th Special Forces Group.  In 2000, John was serving as a S.E.R.E. instructor when 9/11 immediately prompted him to volunteer for additional training in counter terrorism, we were going to war and he wanted to be part of it and fight with the best.   From 2002-2012 he served as a SF Medic with a tier one command that conducted continuous operations in OIF & OEF and they continue to do this today.  After being wounded a 2nd time he was placed as head of medical combat development. Liaising with USSOCOM medics coming back from the battlefield, he found out what they needed to better improve patient outcomes.  John was wounded a third time while serving in this position and testing new equipment under actual use conditions. Upon retirement John took a job with RevMedx as their Director of Strategic Operations.   RevMedx makes hemorrhage control products for the military. John invented a revolutionary product called XSTAT which is unmatched at controlling non compressible hemorrhage, a tool that is saving lives on the battlefield.   John started a 501c3 in Oregon taking wounded veterans out on fishing & hunting trips. VSA (veteranssportsmanalliance.org) was started by a 13-year-old girl in California.  John was one of the 1st wounded soldiers they took on a trip.  He missed the comradery very much when he retired and being able to take wounded and disabled veterans out on these events helps him keep his sanity giving him a feeling of still being involved and giving back to the veteran community.  He has been married for 28 years to his wife Laurie and they have two daughters

General Clara L. Adams-Ender received her baccalaureate degree in nursing from North Carolina ATState University; a Master of Science Degree in Nursing from the University of Minneappolis and a Master of Military Art and Science degree from the Command and General Staff College, Fort Leavenworth, KS. She has been awarded twelve honorary doctorate degrees in law, public service, humane letters and science. General Adams-Ender rose from a staff nurse in the army nurse corps to become the chief executive officer for 22,000 nurses, a brigadier general and director of personnel for the Army Surgeon General. She was vice-president for nursing at the prestigious Walter Reed Army Medical Center, the largest health care facility in the Department of Defense. In 1967, she became the first female in the Army to be awarded the Expert Field Medical Badge. General Adams-Ender also commanded an army base, a position equivalent to city manager, magistrate and mayor of a city. She was responsible for a $90-million budget while providing quality customer services to 85 different constituent groups.   Jaspen Boothe President and Founder of Final Salute  Jas Boothe (Stevenson) has served over 10 years in the United States Army. Jas has achieved the rank of Captain and is currently serving as a Human Resources Officer in the United States Army National Guard. Jas also deployed during the OIF/OEF campaigns. The bulk of her military career has been working with and advocating for Soldiers and their family members.  The mission of Final Salute Inc. is to provide homeless female Veterans with safe and suitable housing. It is estimated that there are currently 13,000 homeless female Veterans in the United States. For the sacrifices they and their families have made, this is an unacceptable state for any of them to be in. www.finalsalute.org

This special edition features Dr. Rebecca Johnson of UMKC and a special program that matches OIF/OEF veterans with shelter dogs in a program that provides comfort and healing to both. GallantFew provides a unique one-on-one mentoring program by veterans for veterans through social networking, professional networking, emotional support and physical assistance to prevent veteran unemployment, homelessness and suicide.