Podcasts about pennsylvania army national guard

In this episode I spoke with author Michael H. Zang regarding his book "Guest of Adolf". Ernest Virgil Focht was born and brought up in Tyrone, Pennsylvania. He was drafted into the Pennsylvania Army National Guard in April 1941 and assigned to the 105th Infantry Battalion (Anti-Tank). After training he participated in the Carolina Maneuvers. The National Guard unit was redesignated as the 805th Tank Destroyer Battalion, being deployed to North Africa in January 1943.

Episode 103: of the American Grown Podcast in the Colortech Creative Solutions studios with Brandon Jacoby aka SgtKnucklehead a Pennsylvania Army National Guard Recruiter.-In this episode Brandon shares with us his journey to become a Pennsylvania Army National Guard Recruiter. He also gives us the back story to his nickname SgtKnucklehead and how he's expanded his recruiting footprint to TikTok reaching over 750,000 followers with the power of laughter.-To learn more about Brandon & watch his TikTok videos click here: https://www.tiktok.com/@sgtknuckleheadTo purchase a bag of SGT Knucklehead Blend coffee click here: https://cleonacoffeeroasters.com/sgt-knucklehead-blend/-#ad this episode is brought to you by these sponsors:Triggered 22. Support a local veteran and help spread awareness for PTSD & #22aday.Cleona Coffee Roasters. A small batch coffee roastery & coffee shop, veteran & first responder owned located inside 911 Rapid Response in Annville PA.Colortech Creative Solutions. Colortech Creative Solutions takes your creative projects from visualization to realization since 1980 while keeping your budget in mind.-To see photos of today's guest follow our Social media: IG- https://www.instagram.com/americangrownpodcast/ FB-https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100077655465940 or visits us at https://rss.com/podcasts/americangrownpodcast/

Congressman Scott Perry represents Pennsylvania's 10th Congressional District. Perry serves on the Transportation and Infrastructure Committee, Foreign Affairs Committee, and the Committee on Oversight. Perry is also a member of the House Freedom Caucus. Prior to becoming a member of Congress, Perry served in the United States Army as a Brigadier General and in the Pennsylvania Army National Guard.Follow Rep. Scott Perry on X: @RepScottPerrySUPPORT OUR WORK https://www.judicialwatch.org/donate/thank-youtube/ VISIT OUR WEBSITE http://www.judicialwatch.org

In this episode of PragChat, Aaron and Jason sit down with Dr. Jeremy Kaswer and discuss REBOA. REBOA has been a hot topic recently due to a recent paper that presented some new information concerning patient outcomes. Dr. Kaswer discusses what REBOA is, how it works, why it could become a valuable tool in trauma, and other aspects.  Dr. Kaswer a surgical critical care fellow at the Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania and a flight surgeon with the 28th ECAB in the Pennsylvania Army National Guard. He worked EMS during medical school and continues to volunteer as a lieutenant with the Avon Fire Department and EMT with New Hartford Volunteer Ambulance.  Thanks to Dr. Kaswer for taking time out of his busy schedule to talk with us and if you're not following him, check out his Instagram and LinkedIn. Follow the PragMedics on Instagram and Twitter. 

Yesterday marked the 79th anniversary of the Allied landings on the beaches of Normandy. D-DayI was fortunate enough to visit those beaches on the 70th anniversary of the landings. And while everyone who knows a little history can tell you how just how deep the beaches were, there is another topographical feature that I wasn't prepared for:The craters. They are tightly packed, small areas that look like someone clipped out small sections of the moon and covered it in grass. Several days after the landing, my father would enter Europe through those beaches 79 years ago, leading his artillery crew in to what I can only imagine felt (and looked) like the jaws of hell. And so in remembrance of this day I want to look back on one of our first episodes with Major General (Ret.) John Gronski, who served as the Commanding General of the 28th Infantry Division, Pennsylvania Army National Guard, where from 2005-06 he was stationed in Ramadi, Iraq – known at the time as ‘The Deadliest Place on Earth'.It was and still is a master-course, covering topics like the importance of learning how to pivot in a given situation, the need for more intermediate goals, and the blessing of a shared experience for creating community.Enjoy the show. 

Episode 012: of the American Grown Podcast in the Colortech Creative Solutions studios with Lou Fabrizi a master Army aviator & Blackhawk helicopter instructor pilot.. He serves his country as a member of the Pennsylvania Army National Guard and has a deep passion for family & music. In this episode Lou talks about life growing up, joining the service & his journey to be a Pennsylvania Army National Guard instructor pilot.#ad this episode is brought to you by Colortech Creative Solutions. Colortech Creative Solutions takes your projects from visualization to realization since 1980 while keeping your budget in mind. To learn more visit https://www.colortechinc.com. #ad Engage with us on Social media: IG- https://www.instagram.com/americangrownpodcast/ FB-https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100077655465940 or visits us at https://rss.com/podcasts/americangrownpodcast/

Major General John Gronski (retired) joins the Shots from the Winchester podcast again to talk about his book, Iron Sharpened Leadership, and all of the leadership lessons he learned in 40+ years of serving in leadership in the active duty component, the Pennsylvania Army National Guard as well as the civilian sector. 

In this episode, Chaplain (Ltc.) Jacob Scott talks with Maj. Gen. John L. Gronski Gronski (U.S. Army, Retired) Gronski is a proven combat leader with over forty years' service in the United States Army, including active duty and in the Pennsylvania Army National Guard. His military assignments include the 28th Infantry Division; Brigade Commander of 2nd Brigade, 28th Infantry Division in Ramadi, Iraq, where he led 5,000 Soldiers and Marines in combat; Brigade Commander of 55th Brigade, 28th Infantry Division; and Military Liaison Team Chief in Lithuania. Also, Gronski has written two books, The Ride of Our Lives, which chronicled a cross-country family bicycle trip in 1983, and Iron-Sharpened Leadership: Transforming Hard-Fought Lessons into Action (2021). (Audio engineering by Paul Rushing, Oregon National Guard Public Affairs) resiliency, leadership, organizational leadership, mentoring, faith and hope

On Episode 27 of Serving Our Nation, I had the honor of bringing two gentlemen onto the show who both served in the US Army. Bill Kaemmer joined the United States Army in 1989 and attended basic training at Fort Dix, New Jersey. Upon graduation, he attended Advanced Individual Training to become a chaplain assistant at Fort Monmouth, New Jersey. Bob Thomas is a lifelong mentor and friend of mine. He joined East Stroudsburg University's (ESU) tenure-track faculty in 2019, with 26 years of college and university administration experience and four years of full-time faculty teaching experience. Bob served in public accounting with Coopers & Lybrand (now PwC) in their Philadelphia office for five years, prior to his career in higher education. Bob is a veteran who retired from the Pennsylvania Army National Guard in 2004 at the rank of Major after 23 years of service.

If it's not obvious to listeners yet, I believe there's a huge difference between LEADING people, and simply telling them what to do.But what's perhaps more difficult to communicate is the need for leaders to CREATE other leaders. And when you find yourself in a position at the top, it can be easy to make excuses for why you're too busy to mentor those coming up behind you. Trust me. Still, there's a different sort of hesitancy that can present itself when it comes to taking on the role of a mentor. It's a little voice that pops up and says, “Who am I to tell someone how to live their life? After all, I'm not perfect…” Thankfully, my guest today has a 40-year head start on that nagging voice.John Gronski, MG (Ret.) is the CEO of Leader Grove and the author of, “Iron-Sharpened Leadership.”But before becoming an author, public speaker, and founder of his own leadership-consulting business, John had a different title. 37th Commanding General of the 28th Infantry Division, Pennsylvania Army National Guard, John is my very first repeat guest, and I was so thankful to have him on again to discuss a book that was decades in the making. The stories he gathers and the lessons he shares are what any leader – military or otherwise – needs to hear.  Enjoy the show! 

After graduating from Ligonier Valley High School, PA, Ryan Redilla enlisted in the Pennsylvania Army National Guard. Hear his story and journey abroad with IUP ROTC for the Cultural Understanding Leadership Program in 2018. This IUP alumni BA '19, MA '20 is currently serving in the Pennsylvania Army National Guard as a Commissioned 2nd Lieutenant. Hear his plans for continued travel and service.

Anyone who had listened to the show knows I'm a fan of colloquial – sometimes cliché – phrasing. That being said, when I tell you that my latest guest has been to hell & back, I'm not sure if that string of words even does his experience full justice. John Gronski, MG (Ret.) is the CEO of Leader Grove.But before founding his own leadership-consulting business, John had a different title. 37th Commanding General of the 28th Infantry Division, Pennsylvania Army National Guard, where from 2005-06 he was stationed in Ramadi, Iraq – known at the time as ‘The Deadliest Place on Earth'.On top of serving on active duty for over 40 years in the U.S. Army & PA National Guard, John is the author the book, “The Ride of Our Lives: Lessons on Life, Leadership, & Love”. Among the many things discussed in this podcast, there are three that stood out to me: The importance of learning how to pivot in a given situation The need for more intermediate goalsThe blessing of a shared experience for creating community John's service – to his country, to his community, to his family – is the reason I consider him a true American Hero.A term I don't use lightly. Slide up a seat & enjoy the conversation. SHOWNOTES:Link to John's organization, Leader GroveLink to John's Personal WebsiteFind John on LinkedInPick up a copy of John's book, The Ride of Our Lives: Conversations on Life, Leadership & Love________________________[ Legal Grounds is written, recorded & produced by Dust Devil Press ][ Our theme was composed by Dayna Vodovoz ]***You can contact us at: legalgrounds@thebassettfirm.com 

Denny Katona enlisted in the Pennsylvania Army National Guard in 1993.  After serving seven years as an Armor crewman, he became an active-duty Army National Guard recruiter in 2000. In 2002, Denny transferred to the Regular Army as a Chemical, Biological, Radiological, and Nuclear (CBRN) Non-Commissioned Officer.  Denny deployed in 2003 for the Invasion of Iraq and again in 2005 in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom. He also deployed in 2011 to Japan in support of Operation Tomadachi, providing relief efforts after the earthquake and tsunami that hit in March 2011.After being honorably discharged in 2012 as Staff Sergeant, Denny applied his operational planning experience to a career as a project manager.  A discipline that he has applied in both the Information Technology and Manufacturing industries.Since leaving the Army, Denny has dedicated himself to serving the Veteran Community.  He has planned coordinated and executed fundraising events for Praying for Kaelie, Fisher House, Austin Dog Alliance, and the CPL Chad O. Foundation.  Throughout the planning and execution of these many events, Denny saw the need to bring the Veteran non-profit community together to better serve area Veterans.  Denny developed the concept, planned, and networked, bringing together over 50 nonprofits, veteran service organizations, and veteran-owned businesses for the inaugural Vet Fest Austin in November 2016. In the spirit of that collaboration and community, Denny, along with members of the Vet Fest team founded O.P. Veteran in order to lighten the ruck of area veterans and at the same time assist nonprofits to maximize their impact upon the Veteran Community.In this episode, Sgt. BeReal chats to Denny about his experiences as an Army and after transitioning out of the Military. Denny didn’t truly know who he was after he got out of the Military. They also discussed that when you are medically discharged, you won’t have a timetable to plan your transition.Let’s listen to them and know how Denny figured out who he really was and also know how he can help veterans with his project management skills. Key Notes:A medical discharge doesn't have a timetable to plan your transitionDidn't know who he really is after he got out of the MilitarySaw the need to bring the Veteran non-profit community together to better serve area VeteransAssist non-profits to maximize their impact upon the Veteran Community Connect With Denny:LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/denny-katona/Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/denny.katonaVet Fest Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/LVNKVetFest  Connect With Sgt. 1st Class (SFC) John Valentine:Website:https://veteransbereal.com/Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/veteransbereal/Apple Podcast:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/veterans-be-real/id1507792755 Please don’t forget to subscribe to our podcast and leave us a 5 star written review on iTunes.

Being a leader is an adventure. It opens us up to criticism but also gives us opportunities to serve others. John reminds us of the importance of creating more options in our lives and tells us how to do that. He shares the role of divine intervention and vulnerability in his own life.   John is a proven combat leader with over forty years’ service in the United States Army including active duty and in the Pennsylvania Army National Guard. John is a leadership and peak performance expert, a motivational storyteller, and a much sought-after speaker and leadership seminar leader.  John is a thoughtful leader and he has a reputation as a servant leader.   The Ride of Our Lives is a true story of John Gronski’s bicycle ride across the United States with his wife, Berti, and fifteen-month-old son, Stephen. In the 3-month adventure the Gronski family experience trials, triumphs, and learning lessons. They discovered incredible people from Tacoma Washington to Scranton Pennsylvania. They faced wind, rain, traffic, and an angry bull.  They never gave up. The book is a powerful reminder that neither should you.  Connect with John: https://johngronski.com/ QUESTIONS ASKED: What event shifted things for you? How did you handle the responsibility you had as a leader? How would you define leadership? What’s one key thing you wish younger leaders could grasp?0     FROM TODAY’s EPISODE: Leading in high risk situations Gaining confidence through action Trust within an organization Bicycling across the U. S. Not letting kids be an obstacle to goals   RESOURCES: UL Academy: https://academy.heatherparady.com/ Join our Private Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/2lPut5A Youtube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/heatherparady

From Gettysburg to the Holy Land, you won't want to miss all the great stories and insights that Pastor Bob has to offer.  No better place to lead about servant leadership than a pastor who works to bring together people of diverse backgrounds inside the community.Bio:Rev. Dr. Bob Kaylor is a native western Pennsylvanian, born in Pittsburgh and raised in and around Slippery Rock, PA. He earned a BA in History from Indiana University of Pennsylvania in 1986, was commissioned as an Infantry officer in the Pennsylvania Army National Guard through Army ROTC in 1984, and served in the 28th Infantry Division.After several years of soldiering and working civilian jobs in commercial radio, corporate security, and youth ministry, Bob felt a call to ordained ministry and entered Asbury Theological Seminary in Wilmore, KY, graduating with a Master of Divinity in 1995. He was ordained an Elder in the United Methodist Church in 1997 and is a clergy member of the Rocky Mountain Annual Conference of the United Methodist Church. He served churches in Carlisle, PA, Colorado Springs, CO, and Park City, UT, before being appointed as Lead Pastor at Tri-Lakes UMC in 2010. Bob earned his Doctor of Ministry degree from Asbury Theological Seminary in 2012, writing his dissertation on clergy leadership transitions.In addition to being Lead Pastor at Tri-Lakes UMC, Bob is also the Senior Writer for the bi-monthly preaching journal Homiletics and author of Your Best Move: Effective Leadership Transition for the Local Church, published by Seedbed, Asbury Seminary's resource ministry. He has published curriculum through the United Methodist Publishing House, including the book Come to the Manger in 2008. He has also written for the Upper Room Disciplines and for a variety of periodicals.Bob has been happily married to Jennifer since 1987 and they have two adult children, Hannah and Rob. Bob enjoys reading history and theology, rock and jazz drumming, hiking and biking, and following his hometown Pittsburgh Steelers, Pirates, and Penguins.Email Pastor Bob: PastorBK@tlumc.orghttp://bobkaylor.com/

Join Denny and I as we discuss bootstrapping events and the veteran connection Dennis Katona enlisted in the Pennsylvania Army National Guard in 1993. After serving seven years as an Armor crewman, he became an active-duty Army National Guard recruiter in 2000. In 2002, Dennis transferred to the Regular Army as a Chemical, Biological, Radiological, and Nuclear (CBRN) Non-Commissioned Officer. Dennis deployed in 2003 for the Invasion of Iraq and again in 2005 in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom. He also deployed in 2011 to Japan in support of Operation Tomodachi, providing relief efforts after the earthquake and tsunami that hit in March 2011. After being honorably discharged in 2012 as Staff Sergeant, Dennis applied his operational planning experience to a career as a project manager. A discipline that he has applied in both the Information Technology and Manufacturing industries. Since leaving the Army, Dennis has dedicated himself to serving the Veteran Community. He has planned coordinated and executed fundraising events for Praying for Kaelie, Fisher House, Austin Dog Alliance, and the CPL Chad O. Foundation. Throughout the planning and execution of these many events, Dennis saw the need to bring the Veteran non-profit community together in order to better serve area Veterans. Dennis developed the concept, planned, and networked, bringing together over 50 nonprofits, veteran service organizations, and veteran-owned businesses for the inaugural Vet Fest Austin in November 2016. In the spirit of that collaboration and community, Dennis, along with members of the Vet Fest team founded O.P. Veteran in order to lighten the ruck of area veterans in order to help veterans find a renewed sense of purpose and ease their emotional transition into civilian life. Denny Katona denny.katona@opveteran.org Founder/Chief Executive Officer OP VETERAN INC 512-965-3255   www.opveteran.org www.facebook.com/opveteran Instagram: @o.p.veteran  

**Please support this show here** or visit: http://fb.nonprofitarchitect.org/ **Grab T-shirts from your favorite guests here** or visit: http://merch.nonprofitarchitect.org/  **Join the conversation in our Nonprofit Architect group here**  or visit:  http://donate.nonprofitarchitect.org/ Join Denny and I as we discuss bootstrapping events and the veteran connection Dennis Katona enlisted in the Pennsylvania Army National Guard in 1993. After serving seven years as an Armor crewman, he became an active-duty Army National Guard recruiter in 2000. In 2002, Dennis transferred to the Regular Army as a Chemical, Biological, Radiological, and Nuclear (CBRN) Non-Commissioned Officer. Dennis deployed in 2003 for the Invasion of Iraq and again in 2005 in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom. He also deployed in 2011 to Japan in support of Operation Tomodachi, providing relief efforts after the earthquake and tsunami that hit in March 2011. After being honorably discharged in 2012 as Staff Sergeant, Dennis applied his operational planning experience to a career as a project manager. A discipline that he has applied in both the Information Technology and Manufacturing industries. Since leaving the Army, Dennis has dedicated himself to serving the Veteran Community. He has planned coordinated and executed fundraising events for Praying for Kaelie, Fisher House, Austin Dog Alliance, and the CPL Chad O. Foundation. Throughout the planning and execution of these many events, Dennis saw the need to bring the Veteran non-profit community together in order to better serve area Veterans. Dennis developed the concept, planned, and networked, bringing together over 50 nonprofits, veteran service organizations, and veteran-owned businesses for the inaugural Vet Fest Austin in November 2016. In the spirit of that collaboration and community, Dennis, along with members of the Vet Fest team founded O.P. Veteran in order to lighten the ruck of area veterans in order to help veterans find a renewed sense of purpose and ease their emotional transition into civilian life. Denny Katona denny.katona@opveteran.org Founder/Chief Executive Officer OP VETERAN INC 512-965-3255   www.opveteran.org www.facebook.com/opveteran Instagram: @o.p.veteran  

Let's say you wanted to become a company officer. In your interview, you probably told them it was because you felt your leadership could help the department, and you meant it. Even if you also felt that a promotion would give you a raise. Or more prestige. Or, mistakenly, less work. But if those were your real reasons for wanting the job, you're headed for trouble. Here to explain why and what a company officer really needs to know and do is Kelly Lemmons. Kelly is the Deputy Chief of the Colonial Park Fire Company in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania. He is also a firefighter/EMT for the Defense Logistics Agency. He's served over 19 years in the Pennsylvania Army National Guard, and is a Staff Sergeant serving as an Infantry Advance Leaders Course Instructor. Kelly was awarded the Purple Heart after being injured in combat in Iraq in 2005. Support this podcast

Earl Granville is a retired Army Staff Sergeant. He served in the Pennsylvania Army National Guard as an Infantryman, enlisting in 2001 and deploying to Bosnia, Iraq, and Afghanistan. He lost part of his leg when a roadside bomb struck his vehicle in eastern Afghanistan in 2008. He is a Team Member for the veteran run and owned non-profit Operation Enduring Warrior, is pursuing his bachelors degree in counseling, and also speaks publicly about the importance of finding help in battling mental adversity after the passing of his twin brother, Staff Sergeant Joseph Granville, who took his own life December of 2010 while still on Active Duty.

Our time and energy are the most precious things we can give to another human. - Earl Granville Operation Enduring Warrior is a 100% volunteer-based organization composed of current and former members of the military, family members, and patriotic citizens who wish to give back to our nation’s wounded veterans. Their program helps participants overcome adversity and hardship through innovation, teamwork, and perseverance. JOIN THE FACEBOOK GROUP | REVIEW THIS PODCAST Join us on Wellness Force Radio 138 as we talk with Jonathan Lopez and Earl Granville, both military veterans and amputees, who are members of Operation Enduring Warrior and have a mission to help our wounded soldiers live life to the fullest.   Links From Today's Show: Operation Enduring Warrior: Website Facebook Twitter YouTube Instagram Jonathan Lopez: Facebook Instagram Earl Granville Facebook Twitter Spartan Race Inc. Obstacle Course Races United States Army Special Forces selection and training Spartan Ultimate Team Challenge - NBC.com Unbeatable Mind - Mental Toughness Training by Mark Divine Spartan Honor Series Nick "The Raging Panda" Koulchar Jonathan's Rope Climb Video Oscar Mike Fort Benning Fort Carson West Point Fort Campbell Fort Knox Listen To Episode 138 as Jonathan and Earl Uncover: Why 100% of efforts for OEW are volunteer-based How OEW is fostering the lost connection and lack of comradery that affects many of our veterans after the military The emotional healing our soldiers go through after suffering injuries How Jonathan and Earl are motivating our wounded veterans to live an active lifestyle Developing a purpose that's bigger than yourself How giving our time and energy to others can help us create a fulfilling life Finding a sense of community and connection How to mentally navigate the 32-mile Spartan Ultra-Beast course The deeper motivation we receive when helping our fellow brothers and sisters Learning to adapt to life's challenges and meet our goals in different ways How we can tap into the fuel, fire, and motivation to rise out of the darkest moments in life Ways to shift perspective and pull ourselves out of the victim mentality How to recover and move forward in life after suffering a tremendous loss The impact we feel from helping others who have nothing to give in return Power Quotes from Jonathan and Earl   "We need local communities to come together and support our country's veterans." - Jonathan Lopez "I realized that playing the victim wouldn't get me anywhere. I had to get back out there and live my life." - Earl Granville "Each step forward is another step closer to the finish line." - Earl Granville "Life will never go 100% according to plan. We must be able to adapt and overcome." - Earl Granville "Die first, then quit." - Jonathan Lopez "This obstacle is more than just a 6-foot wall. It's an obstacle for someone who was laying in a hospital bed being told they would never walk again." - Jonathan Lopez "Our time and energy are the most precious things we can give to another human." - Earl Granville "Operation Enduring Warrior fosters the comradery many veterans lose after removing their uniform." - Jonathan Lopez About Operation Enduring Warrior Operation Enduring Warrior is a 100% volunteer organization composed of current and former members of the military, family members, and patriotic citizens who wish to give back to our nation’s wounded veterans. The team members who don the mask are members of the Masked Athlete Team (MAT).  These members have gone through a rigorous selection process known as Warrior INDOC. This in-depth process is composed of several phases of personal, professional and physical analysis, fundraising abilities, and teamwork assessment. The final phase is a 48-hour physical and mental endurance component during which candidates complete a series of challenges under the close supervision of selected team members. Candidates who successfully complete this stage may then be invited to join the ranks of the Team. Completion rate from start to finish is often times less than 20%. We also rely heavily on our OEW Community Ambassadors (OCAs). These are selfless men and women who have chosen to take up the banner of our cause to honor, empower and motivate wounded veterans.  They accomplish this by fundraising on behalf of the team, arranging social events, and participating in a wide variety of athletic events in our branded gear (gas masks not allowed). Often these athletes will run alongside the MAT at events. The OCA members are invaluable to the success of our mission. Become an OEW Community Ambassador (OCA) Our Community Ambassadors (OCAs) are volunteer supporters who wish to assist in raising awareness and donations for OEW through spreading the word, participating in local community events wearing OEW branded gear, and promoting our cause through social media outlets. The OCA program was established to give everyone across the country the opportunity to personally support our nation’s wounded service members and their families. While only our Masked Athlete Team assist our wounded veterans at athletic events, all of our OCAs can assist in the community! Whether you are participating in your first event, or are a seasoned athlete, or are acting as a volunteer in one of many ways, your efforts can make a difference in the quality of life for our wounded service members! Check our Facebook page for updates and events where the OEW Team calls all existing and aspiring Community Ambassadors to join us in our mission to, “Honor, Empower and Motivate” our nation’s wounded service members. Click here to Join the OCA Community! Join The Operation Enduring Warrior Team If you would like to sign up as an OCA, please visit enduringwarrior.kintera.org and click on Community Ambassador Registration. Once you are registered as an OEW Community Ambassador, you are eligible to join our closed Facebook OCA group. Please email info@enduringwarrior.org for further instructions on how to join. About Jonathan Lopez Previous to 2000, Jonathan was a highly-motivated infantry soldier on a successful career trajectory. He had completed Airborne training, the Ranger Indoctrination program and trained abroad with the Belgium Commandos. He deployed with the first infantry division and had just attended Special Forces Assessment and Selection – when the universe decided it had other plans for him. While he does not have much in the way of actual memory of the accident itself, he was told that he had been hit by a drunk driver while on his motorcycle. He has a vague memory of laying on the pavement, a helicopter, doctors speaking in German desperately working on him and the plane ride leading to his arrival at Walter Reed Army Medical Center in Washington DC. He was told he had suffered multiple injuries, including the loss and subsequent amputation of his left arm. Jonathan was subjected to many surgeries the first couple of months to replace his tibia and femur with titanium rods and multiple bone grafts. The loss of his arm was overshadowed by the overwhelming concern of never being able to walk again. Jonathan Lopez was honorably discharged from the U.S. Army in 2001 following the amputation of his left arm. But having one arm hasn't stopped Lopez from competing in Spartan races and even climbing a 30-foot rope. With the help of Operation Enduring Warrior, a veterans charity that helps "facilitate the physical, mental and emotional rehabilitation of our nation's wounded service," Lopez has been able to participate in Spartan races, even in spite of his disability. About Earl Granville A nine-year veteran of the Pennsylvania Army National Guard as an infantryman, Granville served in support of Operation Joint Forge in Bosnia, Operation Iraqi Freedom and Operation Enduring Freedom in Afghanistan. In the summer of 2008, while on patrol in Zormat, Afghanistan, his vehicle was hit by a roadside bomb, resulting in the amputation of his left leg through his knee. His comrades, Specialist Derek Holland, of Wind Gap, Pennsylvania, and Major Scott Haggerty, of Stillwater, Oklahoma, were killed in action. In December 2010, Granville suffered the loss of his twin brother, Staff Sergeant Joseph Granville, who took his own life. Today, Granville speaks publicly about the importance of finding professional help when coping with mental distress, particularly for members of the military who have served in combat. In addition to speaking engagements, Granville competes in adaptive sports, including monoski, sled hockey and in GoRuck Endurance Challenges and Spartan Races. He has competed in numerous marathons across the county on a hand bicycle, including the Marine Corps Marathon and races in Boston, Detroit, Chicago and New York. He ran two half marathons alongside Operation Enduring Warrior is a finisher of the 2016 Bataan Death Memorial March; and completed the Spartan Agoge, a 60-hour endurance event. He is a team member of Operation Enduring Warrior, a non-profit organization managed by veterans, and he is the lead ambassador of Oscar Mike, an American-made apparel company founded by veterans. 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Ed Latimore is a man of diverse talents and interests. When he is not training for a fight or challenging your sensibilities on Twitter, he is thinking deeply about culture and philosophy.   Latimore is also a patriot, having served as a radio technician specialist in the Pennsylvania Army National Guard and an AmeriCorps volunteer. He is currently working to complete a degree in Physics and Electrical Engineering at Duquesne University.   When he is not strengthening his body for boxing, Latimore exercises his mind to stay sharp inside the ring by playing chess. He has traveled to Moscow and Berlin to compete against world-renowned chess players. Additionally, he is also a prolific writer having self-published several books and blogs regularly.   Ed’s Challenge; Do something you’re afraid of.   Ed’s Book Not Caring What Other People Think Is A Superpower: Insights From a Heavyweight Boxer by Ed Latimore   Never miss one of our best episodes by subscribing to the newsletter.   Connect with Ed Twitter Website   If you liked this interview, check out episode 66 with Zak Slayback where we discuss dropping out of college, the value of apprenticeships, and the future of work.     Subscribe on iTunes | Stitcher | Overcast | PodBay