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Behind The Mission
BTM90 - Mark Harper - We Are the Mighty

Behind The Mission

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 18, 2022 24:21


About Today's GuestMark Harper is CEO of We Are The Mighty (WATM), a digital publisher and entertainment lifestyle company creating authentic content that celebrates the military community. WATM's website receives more than 16M monthly page views, and has over 1.5M followers across social media platforms. Additionally, WATM provides a range of agency services for major Hollywood studios, Fortune 500 companies, veteran-backed businesses and nonprofits reaching the military community.Harper joined the U.S. Air Force after commissioning through ROTC from Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute (RPI) in Troy, NY. For most of his Air Force career, Captain Harper was the Video Flight commander of the 1st Combat Camera Squadron deploying twice for OPERATION IRAQI and ENDURING FREEDOM. At Combat Camera, he led combat-ready photojournalists providing the world insight into military operations, contingencies, exercises, weapons tests, and humanitarian relief operations.After leaving the Air Force in 2007, Harper held numerous marketing and business development positions in the entertainment industry, including for Paramount Pictures where he developed digital marketing campaigns for Transformers, G.I. Joe, and Star Trek, and at Technicolor providing marketing and business development for various business lines including their Animation & Gaming department. Harper earned his MBA from UCLA Anderson School of Management where upon graduation he co-founded Audeze, a high-growth consumer headphones startup funded by Warner Music Group. After leaving Audeze, Harper joined We Are The Mighty for the launch of the company in 2014.Harper lives near Joshua Tree National Park with his Marine veteran wife Natasha and is an active member of the Television Academy (Emmys).Links Mentioned In This EpisodeWe Are The Mighty Web SiteMilitary Influencer Conference Web SiteWe Are The Mighty on FacebookWe Are The Mighty on InstagramWe Are The Mighty on TwitterPsychArmor Resource of the WeekThe PsychArmor Resource of the Week is the PsychArmor course Leadership Skills that Drive Impact.This course is designed for community leaders interested in learning how to use collective impact principles to foster collaboration and increase impact for service members, Veterans, their families, and their caregivers You can find a link to the resource here: https://learn.psycharmor.org/courses/leadership-skills-that-drive-impactThis Episode Sponsored By: This episode is sponsored by PsychArmor, the premier education and learning ecosystem specializing in military culture content. PsychArmor offers an online e-learning laboratory with custom training options for organizations.Contact Us and Join Us on Social Media Email PsychArmorPsychArmor on TwitterPsychArmor on FacebookPsychArmor on YouTubePsychArmor on LinkedInPsychArmor on InstagramTheme MusicOur theme music Don't Kill the Messenger was written and performed by Navy Veteran Jerry Maniscalco, in cooperation with Operation Encore, a non profit committed to supporting singer/songwriter and musicians across the military and Veteran communities.Producer and Host Duane France is a retired Army Noncommissioned Officer, combat veteran, and clinical mental health counselor for service members, veterans, and their families.  You can find more about the work that he is doing at www.veteranmentalhealth.com  

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Scuttlebutt Podcast
44. Once Upon A Veteran in Hollywood with Mark Harper

Scuttlebutt Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 28, 2022 82:58


Mark Harper is the former Optimus Prime Myspace page manager and the current CEO of We are the Mighty. Mark's early interest in film led him to pursuing a dual degree which landed him in the Combat Camera division of the US Air Force. Mark and his unit were in Iraq to film the 'purple fingers' which played a role in how he pitched himself to Hollywood. We discuss how media and content have evolved in the last two years and how that has influenced the type of content current and former service members are interested in. Lastly, we hear the founding story around We are the Mighty with cofounder David Gale of MTV. Mark cover's the business models the business has gone through, how he thinks about reaching millions of readers and watchers today, and how acquiring the Military Influencer Conference has set the stage for future growth. You can reach out to and follow Mark on LinkedIn. Resources: We are the Mighty Military Influencer Conference Show Notes: (02:15) - What are you most proud of, but don't get to tell people about? (05:08) - Convincing the Air Force to allow majoring in film (10:37) - Role and responsibilities of Combat Camera (16:00) - Is physical harm a threat? (19:25) - The line between public affairs and everybody else (24:15) - How the Air Force gave a dream job and introduction to Hollywood (33:20) - Content and Hollywood changes in the last 20 years (41:05) - Paramount, a high end consumer electronics startup, and meeting David Gale starting We are the Mighty (47:06) - How veterans consume content and finding initial traction (55:00) - Business models WATM has grown through (01:05:10) - The one driving goal and what WATM does today in size and reach (01:15:10) - Acquiring the Military Influencer Conference (01:17:20) - What veterans today really need (01:19:55) - A closing story on Top Gun 2 The Scuttlebutt Podcast - The podcast for service members and veterans building a life outside the military. The Scuttlebutt Podcast features discussions on lifestyle, careers, business, and resources for service members. Show host, Brock Briggs, talks with a special guest from the community committed to helping military members build a successful life, inside and outside the service. Get a weekly episode breakdown, a sneak peek of the next episode and other resources in your inbox for free at https://scuttlebutt.substack.com/. Follow along: • Brock: @BrockHBriggs • Instagram: Scuttlebutt_Podcast • Send me an email: scuttlebuttpod1@gmail.com

Grow with Grief
Purpose in my pain with Edem Dokli #EP16

Grow with Grief

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 22, 2020 33:03


“Purpose in my pain”, these words perfectly underscore what the first half of 2020 was for me. In the first 4 months of the year, losing my job and position at church, felt really painful, and this pain lead my directly to my purpose. I grew up believing success was linear, yet it's everything but. This year I have grown, albeit with some initial grief, I've really grown - my name is Edem Dokli and this is my story. Edem is the founder of an NFP called We are the Movement. WATM was founded in May this year and it's purpose is to create opportunities for POC and align them to social services that will enhance their quality of life and give them a sense of belonging. If you, or anyone you care for is in need of support, please reach out to your local support line or if you are in Australia, you can contact Griefline by phone on 1300 845745 who are available from midday to 3am everyday. Want to connect or know someone who would like to share their story? Please reach out! @katrinalpweller / hello@katrinapreislerweller.com Guest: @eh.dem / weare.the.movement To keep up to date with all the new episodes, please make sure you like, share and subscribe!

We Are Tulsa Music Podcast
6. WATM Interview: Alan Doyle

We Are Tulsa Music Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 3, 2020 69:40


In this archived interview (2019), WATM founder Roger Seago III and Michael Meacham (Dixie Wrecked) sit down and share some beers with local hip hop artist Alan Doyle. They learn about his upbringing, the passion he has for his music, and how the Tulsa hip hop scene has expanded within the last decade.Music Featured:1. Alan Doyle – Panhandle the Vibe2. Alan Doyle F/ Myron Oliver of Fuzed – The Good, The Bad, The Ugly3. Alan Doyle – Date Night4. Alan Doyle F/ Beau Tyler of We The Ghost – In Your Head5. Alan Doyle – Another L6. Alan Doyle F/ Mr. Burns, Big Rahb, and Charizma Joy – Can’t Go BackQuestions? Suggestions? Email us at wearetulsamusicpodcast@gmail.com, or any of the emails that your host mentions during the show. Don’t forget to subscribe to the podcast and leave us a review. Thanks for listening!

We Are Tulsa Music Podcast
3. Had Enough's Hip Hop Hour

We Are Tulsa Music Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 30, 2020 49:34


Join Brandon “Had Enough” Young as he starts his first WATM podcast episode with hip hop artist Bradley YouGene. Bradley will be dropping singles every month in the year 2020. Bradley YouGene also discusses with Had Enough about himself, personal goals, and some experiences he has had on the road.Music Featured:Bradley YouGene – EnjoyQuestions? Suggestions? Email us at wearetulsamusicpodcast@gmail.com, or any of the emails that your host mentions during the show. Thanks for listening!

We Are Tulsa Music Podcast
1. Introduction to We Are Tulsa Music

We Are Tulsa Music Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 29, 2020 26:32


Welcome to the first episode of the We Are Tulsa Music Podcast! Roger Seago III, Christina Lloyd, and Justin Lloyd tell you what We Are Tulsa Music is all about. They talk about the history of the WATM name, its mission, and future ambitions. During the month of January, you can go to www.tulsamusicawards.com to vote for your favorite artists, bands, venues, and more to be finalists in the 3rd Annual OilFire Tulsa Music Awards. You’ll have another chance to vote for the top four finalists in March, which will hold the title of the best in Tulsa to the numerous respective categories available.Music Featured:The Odyssey – Green LightQuestions? Suggestions? Email us at wearetulsamusicpodcast@gmail.com, or any of the emails that your host mentions during the show. Thanks for listening!

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Thunder Underground
Episode 210 - Roger Seago (Dixie Wrecked / We Are Tulsa Music)

Thunder Underground

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 12, 2019 64:06


In this episode we are joined by Roger Seago III of Dixie Wrecked / We Are Tulsa Music - The Movement. Roger talks with us about the We Are Tulsa Music Awards, IDL Ballroom, Ryan Paquette of Mugen Music Inc., what they learned from the first year, what to expect this year, Jason Ford, @starting the We Are Tulsa Music page, plans for the future of WATM, the beginnings of Dixie Wrecked, writing parodies, new music coming from DW, Rick Tahdooahnippah, Mike Eminjayinem Meacham, Nate Thompson, Rocklahoma, Wheeler Walker, Jr., and a ton more! We kick off the episode with a song from Weston Horn & The Hush, who will be performing at this years We Are Tulsa Music Awards. Thanks for listening, and please share! #WeAreTulsaMusic #DixieWrecked #podcast #AllKillerNoFiller This episode is brought to you by DEB Concerts. Follow the Streets Gone Wild page to get updates on upcoming shows from Saxon, Rocklahoma's D&B Processing Stage, and more! This episode is also brought to you by Med Pharm. Follow their Facebook page and visit medpharmok.com to find out why they are “Cannabis With a Cause.” 30% of profits go towards building no-kill animal shelters in the area. They have a wide selection of products, and they have a doctor on site every Friday and Saturday. Mention Thunder Underground and receive 10% off on your first purchase! Become a Thunder Underground #patron on Patreon: www.patreon.com/thunderunderground Listen to us every Monday night at 7pm CST on 102.7 WSNR, and stream us anytime everywhere podcasts are heard.

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Thunder Underground
Episode 160 - HolataFest, WATM Awards & More

Thunder Underground

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 6, 2018 57:02


In this episode we talk the We Are Tulsa Music Awards with shout outs to Roger Seago III of We Are Tulsa Music - The Movement and Ryan Paquette of Mugen Music and Management. We talk winner who included past guests of the podcast like Less Than Human, Steve Murdock, Screaming Red Mutiny and GRIND - and we give a statement on our love to Porch Talk with Chris & Laura. We get into long overdue talk about #HolataFest from Murdock Productions and we discuss performances from Sovereign Dame, GRIND, Skytown, Garrett Heck, DRYVR, Fist of Rage, Forsaken Few, Solidify, Less Than Human, Machine in the Mountain and Enslaved By Fear. We let you know where to go to help out Sonny Mayo of Ugly Kid Joe (and ex Sevendust / Snot), and we give a shout out to the new marriage of Crowbar's Todd Strange and Tricounty Terror's Tessa Strange! Also we crank 3 tunes from Skysia, GRIND and Into Existence. #AllKillerNoFiller #HolataLove Become a Thunder Underground patron: https://www.patreon.com/thunderunderground Listen to us every Monday night at 7pm CST on 102.7 WSNR, and stream us anytime everywhere podcasts are heard.

Mandatory Fun
6 military movies you need to watch in 2018

Mandatory Fun

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 20, 2018 22:01


In this episode of the Mandatory Fun podcast, the crew discusses what military movies veterans need to see in 2018. Since all veterans have their own idea of what makes a good military movie, Blake, Tim, and even the new WATM contributor, Sean chime in what they think makes a solid war film. Is having a war film base on a true story more important than having epic explosions? Or a movie where the real heroes of the day play themselves make for a better cinematic experience? 1. 12 Strong Directed by Nicolai Fuglsig, the film chronicles one of the first Special Forces teams to deploy to Afghanistan after the attacks on 9/11. The SF team joins forces with the Afghan resistance and rides into battle against the Taliban on horseback. 12 Strong brilliantly captures how difficult it is for ground troops to work and fight alongside Afghan freedom fighters against the insurgents due to the language and cultural barrier. The film stars WATM friend Rob Riggle, Chris Hemsworth, Michael Pena, and Michael Shannon. 2. The 15:17 to Paris Directed by Hollywood icon Clint Eastwood, the film focuses on the American soldiers who discover a terrorist plot on a train headed to Paris. Interesting enough, the three Americans who thwarted a terrorist attack play themselves in the film alongside actress Jenna Fischer — and we like Jenna Fischer.  3. Tough As They Come Starring and directed by Hollywood legend, Sylvester Stallone, the film tracks Travis Mills (played by Marine veteran Adam Driver), a quadriplegic soldier returning from Afghanistan after his horrific injury. Back in the U.S, Mills has to reconcile with his stepfather while coping with his new life using prosthetic legs and arms. You may recall that Mills' book was a New York Times bestseller. 4. The Last Full Measure Directed by Todd Robinson, the film showcases a Pentagon investigator who teams up with a few veterans of "Operation Abilene" to persuade Congress to award deceased Air Force medic, William Pitsenbarger the Medal of Honor 35 years later. Pitsenbarger is accredited with saving over 60 ambushed service members in one of the bloodiest campaigns of the Vietnam War. The film stars Sebastian Stan, William Hurt, and Samual L. Jackson. 5. Ruin Directed by Justin Kurzel, the film chronicles a nameless ex-Nazi captain who navigates the ruins of post-WWII Germany to atone for the crimes he committed during the war by hunting the surviving members of his former SS Death Squad. Gal Gadot is rumored to have a role, but additional information hasn't been released. 6. The 34th Battalion Directed and produced by Luke Sparke, the film follows four friends from Maitland, New South Wales who join the 34th Battalion to serve on the Western Front. The film depicts the experiences of the unit, which was recruited in 1916.

Mandatory Fun
We showed a civilian how to be a vet, here's what we got

Mandatory Fun

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 6, 2018 38:05


In this episode of the Mandatory Fun podcast, we speak with standup comedian turned actor Tone Bell. Tone isn't a veteran, but he plays an Army veteran with multiple combat deployments under his belt and now who deals with everyday veteran issues like PTS and transitioning out of the military on the Netflix show Disjointed. You may remember Tone from a few other shows he's been on like 9JKL, The Flash, Truth Be Told, and Bad Judge with Kate Walsh. Disjointed' s producers and creative minds went to great lengths to develop his character and to get the veteran portion right. One of his character advisors on the show is WATM's resident Green Beret Chase Millsap.  In the show, "Carter" works as a security guard in a marijuana dispensary at Ruth's Alternative Caring owned by Ruth Feldman (played by Kathy Bates). To play the role Tone spent countless hours prepping the character by talking with veterans throughout his creative process and combed through the script alongside Chase. In the event, Tone reads a portion of the script where he felt the "Carter" character felt synthetic — he'd immediately voice his concerns with the producers. Tone receives several direct messages daily on social media from veterans who respect how he has portrayed the veterans on the screen. This notion promotes that aspect that showcasing veteran issues in a witty and comedic way is possible without the actor going too over-the-top with their performance. This process unique process of prepping for a role will hopefully create a trend throughout the entertainment space. All of Disjointed's episodes are currently streaming on Netflix — so check it out. It's freakin' hilarious.

Mandatory Fun
This Green Beret will change what you know about action movies

Mandatory Fun

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 30, 2018 36:56


In this episode of the Mandatory Fun podcast, we speak actor, TV host, and former U.S. Army Green Beret Terry Schappert. You may remember Terry from the popular History Channel show Warriors, and now, Hollywood Weapons on the Outdoor Channel with Israel Defense Forces reconnaissance man, Larry Zanoff. Terry was a Special Forces Team Sergeant who happened to serve alongside WATM's own Chase Milsap. Hollywood Weapons gears up to take on the most insane challenges to tactfully reproduce our favorite action stunts to break the myths that movies want you to believe are humanly possible. From breaking through the glass of a Nakatomi Plaza window in Die Hard to blowing up Jaws' replica Great War shark with a single shoot — this show attempts them all by using only practical effects. "I have to make those real shots, with those real guns, under real conditions." — Terry pridefully states. The show breaks every down using high-speed cameras to catch all the little details audience members often miss as the movie's action sequence fly across the screen. Although the show is entertainment based, the talented and creative minds behind Hollywood Weapons have a unique way to educate their loyal viewers by scientifically breaking down what it would take to pull off our favorite stunts in the real world. Before the show started, Terry graduated from the University of North Carolina Wilmington with a degree in Anthropology, as well as being a classically trained actor, all while serving in the Army. "I remember I had to stop training, so you could go to an audition," former Army Green Beret officer, Chase Milsap humorously recalls.

Mandatory Fun
These vets may have the answer to the future of cannabis pharmaceuticals

Mandatory Fun

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 13, 2017 26:34


In this episode of the Mandatory Fun podcast, Blake speaks with Army veteran turned co-founder and CEO of RMR Laboratories, Mike Lui, about his over-the-counter cannabis pharmaceutical company. RMR Laboratories produces cannabinoid oil that's applied as a topical cream to the skin for pain relief and to treat other medical alignments. Mike served in the Army for eight-years and deployed to Iraq where he led teams to help rebuild the country by setting up its first democratic elections. Even our WATM podcast producer O.V (who suffers from arthritis in his knees) tried out the CBD lotion. "It tingles," O.V. humorously states. "But it [his knees] feels better." [1:14] An introduction to RMR laboratories' CBD lotion that's designed to treat chronic pain. [3:20] The population of who using this new CBD based lotion and the immediate results. [5:45] Why and how Army veteran Mike Lui decided to enter the cannabis market. [8:45] Why some veterans wish cannabis treatments were more accepted the general population and the image behind its use. [10:15] Some interesting statistics on cannabis use in America. [12:36] Reasons why RMR is different than any other cannabis pharmaceutical companies. [13:20] Mike answers the ultimate question, "if I use this lotion, will I get high?" [16:25] Some of the challenges in operating a start-up cannabinoid company. [17:40] The cost of using this new and inventive product and how to get more involved with RMR labs. [19:00] The RMR team answers your Facebook questions. [20:45] Will you pop "dirty" on a drug test? [21:00] What the future could hold for cannabinoid product users and manufacturers. [23:40] The RMR lab team members speak out their final thoughts. For more information about RMR Laboratories and/or are interesting in investment opportunities click here.

Mandatory Fun
The real-life dictator who ruined his country and became a cannibal

Mandatory Fun

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 10, 2017 23:57


In this episode of the Mandatory Fun podcast, Blake, Tim, and O.V. talk with stand-up comedian and Marine veteran Mitch Burrow about a communist Army cadet, a cannibal dictator and make a smooth segway into Ken Burns' Vietnam documentary. General Idi Amin dethroned the government of Milton Obote and declared himself President of Uganda. During his 8-years of ruthless leadership, its estimated he massacred approximately 300,000 civilians. Then its rumored, the Ugandan president was a closet cannibal and like munch on human remains. In this episode, we talk on a wide-range of topics including: [1:10] The WATM crew discuss the Army cadet who is reported to be of the communist party. [3:35] Mitch and Blake attempt to create a list of historical dictators that weren't considered dicks [5:45] Blake talks about the dictator of Uganda who decided one-day to start eating people. Yew. [6:35] Mitch puts in his two cents on why capitalism is better than communism. [8:11] Blake attempts a smooth segway into discussing Ken Burns' Vietnam documentary on PBS. [11:55] We break down who was fighting for who during the Vietnam War. [14:00] Mitch makes a humorous statement clearing the air about his Marine Corps aspirations. [19:15] Tim plugs his new WATM article franchise about what movies characters are doing after the credits roll. Mitch is a Marine Corps veteran that served in Operation Iraqi Freedom in 2003. He then started a career in manufacturing before realizing that it sucked. Now, Mitch has found his true calling in acting silly on a stage in front of strangers on a nightly basis. To follow Mitch or check out one of his shows visit his website: Mitchburrow.com. Hosted By: Blake Stilwell: Air Force veteran and Managing Editor Tim Kirkpatrick: Navy veteran and Editorial Coordinator Orvelin Valle (AKA O.V.): Navy veteran and Podcast Producer

Talking Tech with Jefferson Graham
WATM - where it's Veteran's Day every day

Talking Tech with Jefferson Graham

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 23, 2017 16:58


It’s not Veteran's Day or Memorial Day today--but there’s a website for that, where everyday is Vet’s day. Jefferson Graham talks to We are the Mighty co-founder David Gale about what he’s doing to honor and support the military vet community on this extended #TalkingTech interview.

Mandatory Fun
5 perks that will help you win your time in the military

Mandatory Fun

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 20, 2017 35:34


We did not join the military for the fabulous pay. If pay were the only motivator, we'd all go somewhere else. Most vets will have you believe that he or she joined because it's their patriotic duty. While that may be part of the reason, Blake Stilwell's alcohol fueled honest answer sums it up for a lot of the troops: "At 18, and with my only experience being a sea food cook, I don't know where I was going to go," Stilwell said. "It was either the Air Force or 'Deadliest Catch.'" Referring to the popular Discovery show about king crab fishing off the coast of Alaska. There's more to the salary we make in the military; there are tons of advertised benefits. From cash bonuses to the G.I. Bill, the military takes care of its own. And then there are the little-known advantages of service life — the perks. In this episode of the Mandatory Fun podcast, Blake, Chase, Tim, and O.V. discuss their favorite perks of service life.

Mandatory Fun
This is the World War II film Dale Dye wants to make with a cast of veterans

Mandatory Fun

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 25, 2017 48:11


Dale Dye wants to make the "air version" of Saving Private Ryan, and he wants to film it with as many military veterans as possible.   "If you think of the first 18 minutes or so of Saving Private Ryan," Dye said. "This will be that but airborne. This will be guys coming out of those aircraft and sky full of tracers."   Dye wrote the script for "No Better Place to Die" from a story he'd studied during his active duty days. He felt the story perfectly exemplifies what Americans troops can do when they come together after everything goes wrong.   It's about the 82nd Airborne Division paratroopers during the D-Day invasion and their contribution to winning the war. If it weren't for these troops, the German's may have pushed the allied beach invasion back out to sea, according to Dye.   While the filmmaking world knows him as Hollywood’s drill sergeant, Dye has reserved the director's seat for himself.   "Given what I've done in my 30-year career the only way this going to get done right, the only way this is going to blow people right out of their seats is if I direct it because I know how," Dye said. "I know how to do this cool."   As for hiring veterans, Dye is looking to fill on and off camera roles to make a filmmaking statement.   "My absolute promise is that I'm going to make this movie with as many veterans in front of the camera and behind the camera as I can find, Dye said. "That's the way I'm going to do it. I'm hoping that it will serve as a showcase to Hollywood. It will show them the talent that's out there and what these folks can do. What they bring to the table and how motivated they can be, and I want to demonstrate that."

Mandatory Fun
How Navy corpsmen and Army medics work together in the field

Mandatory Fun

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 12, 2017 38:22


Rivalries are nothing but tough brotherly love between military service branches. Sure, we give each other a hard time but put us on any mission together, and we become an unstoppable force. Army medics and Navy corpsmen are a perfect example of service branch cooperation. When they work together, they save lives. For this episode of the Mandatory Fun podcast, we invited former Army medic Ruty Rutenberg to chat with our resident corpsman about deployment responsibilities. Tune in to learn the differences between their jobs on the field and in garrison.   Disclaimer: Let's be honest — we only work so well together because we're secretly trying to outdo the other side.

Mandatory Fun
The origins behind some of the best military nicknames

Mandatory Fun

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 29, 2016 48:37


A nickname is a revealing character indicator. Whether it's bad or badass, it's usually determined by peer evaluation unless there's an obvious appearance quality. In this episode of the WATM podcast, we discuss our favorite military leader nicknames and how they earned their labels. Some leaders wear it with pride, while others resent their moniker.

Mandatory Fun
What we learned about the French Foreign Legion

Mandatory Fun

Play Episode Listen Later May 7, 2016 58:23


In 1831, King Louis Philippe of France expanded his country’s fire power by establishing a military branch made up of mostly foreigners: the French Foreign Legion. Immediately after its creation, the Foreign Legion recruited fighters from Switzerland, Germany, and other countries to protect and expand the French colonial empire. Despite the Foreign Legion’s involvement in most of France’s wars since being created, the French don’t get too bummed about their losses. Let’s just say, their relationship is complicated. In this episode of the WATM podcast, the editorial team discusses France’s bizarre relationship with its force of foreign fighters.

Mandatory Fun
7 amazing badass war prisoners who defied their captors

Mandatory Fun

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 26, 2016 45:45


Imagine being a prisoner of war (POW) at the height of a major conflict. You’re hundreds of miles away from the closest allied territory and thousands of miles from home. Are you prepared for months or years of hardship and torture? Will you give into being a propaganda prop in exchange for food and better treatment? Will you plan an escape? In this episode of the WATM podcast, the boys of the editorial team discuss how a handful of badass war prisoners handled their captors and made the best out of their terrible predicaments.

Mandatory Fun
The US versus the world

Mandatory Fun

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 25, 2016 21:16


Welcome to the first WATM podcast! This episode explores how the U.S. would fend off the rest of the world from a hypothetical invasion. Just imagine the shocking scenario where the U.S. pissed off China, Russia, Iran, and its traditional allies, such as the UK and France. Now imagine if these countries formed a unified coalition to attack the U.S. How long would the U.S. hold them off? Which tactics would it deploy? What role will its citizens play? The WATM editorial team discusses how this terrible idea would play out for the rest of the world. Hosted by bunch of vets who are easily entertained by weapons, tactics, and all things military: Logan Nye: Army veteran and associate editor Blake Stilwell: Air Force veteran and managing editor Tracy Woodward: Benevolent smartass and Social Media coordinator Orvelin Valle (AKA O.V.): Navy veteran and Social Media editor

WTN Radio
WATM Episode 26 – The Bat Signal of Mod?

WTN Radio

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 18, 2013 104:59


HOLY TARGET TURMOIL BATMAN! Is the Roundel the Bat Signal for mods around the world drawing us all in like a moth to a flame or over-used ancient revival iconography? In this episode, Boy Wonder Warren Peace introduces the Dynamic Duo, co-hosts Penny Lane and Hacker & embarks on a 3-Way debate on the virtue [...]

WTN Radio - We Are The Mods
WATM Episode 26 – The Bat Signal of Mod?

WTN Radio - We Are The Mods

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 18, 2013 104:59


HOLY TARGET TURMOIL BATMAN! Is the Roundel the Bat Signal for mods around the world drawing us all in like a moth to a flame or over-used ancient revival iconography? In this episode, Boy Wonder Warren Peace introduces the Dynamic Duo, co-hosts Penny Lane and Hacker & embarks on a 3-Way debate on the virtue [...]

WTN Radio
WATM Episode 25 – Gasoline on the Dance Floor!

WTN Radio

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 13, 2013 114:50


They are your friends, neighbours, co-workers or spouse. They have infiltrated mods highest ranks and lowest numbers, grabbing the scene’s status quo by the ‘twig & berries’ and setting the internet rumor mill on fire with a buzz that has cemented their status as mod’s most enigmatic ‘anti-elitist’ shadow tribe of misfits. In this special [...]

WTN Radio - We Are The Mods
WATM Episode 25 – Gasoline on the Dance Floor!

WTN Radio - We Are The Mods

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 13, 2013 114:50


They are your friends, neighbours, co-workers or spouse. They have infiltrated mods highest ranks and lowest numbers, grabbing the scene’s status quo by the ‘twig & berries’ and setting the internet rumor mill on fire with a buzz that has cemented their status as mod’s most enigmatic ‘anti-elitist’ shadow tribe of misfits. In this special [...]

WTN Radio - We Are The Mods
WATM Episode 24 – The Mod REgeneration

WTN Radio - We Are The Mods

Play Episode Listen Later May 13, 2013 105:35


re·gen·er·a·tion (noun) 1) The action or process of being regenerated 2) Rebirth – revival – renaissance – renewal In this episode host Warren Peace looks at how Generation Y are reinventing mod and making it their own… from a vintage subculture to a NOW culture- no rules, no limits and no judgment! Following their monster [...]

WTN Radio - We Are The Mods
WATM Episode 23 – No Guts. No Glory Holes!

WTN Radio - We Are The Mods

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 23, 2013 119:52


Where there’s smoke, there’s a fire and Warren Peace is no stranger to the heat of controversy. Join Mod Radio’s most outspoken DJ and find out what’s getting him fired up! Joining Warren this week in the smoldering aftermath of his career, Steve Marriott biographer/Small Faces expert and Gen1 mod Mr. John Hellier. Also up [...]

WTN Radio - We Are The Mods
WATM Episode 22 – MAD MODS and Englishmen

WTN Radio - We Are The Mods

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 4, 2013 112:04


It’s ALL about style! On the eve of the return of Don Draper and gang (MAD MEN season 6), Warren Peace and mod bloggers Carlos Perez (Mod Male) & April Rodriguez (Oysters4breakfast) discuss Madison Avenue’s new take on ‘Mod’ in 2013 and the influence of 60′s style in today’s high street stores. Mod shoe ‘Guru’ [...]

WTN Radio - We Are The Mods
WATM Episode 21 – “Dear Warren Peace….you c*@#! “

WTN Radio - We Are The Mods

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 13, 2013 111:29


In this episode Warren reads the highlights of his hate mail from disgruntled mods and on the eve of recording the follow up to their wildly successful 2012 self-titled EP, gives listeners an EXCLUSIVE preview of the new single from Pop Moderniste Marvels French Boutik courtesy of lead singer Gabriela Giacoman LIVE from Paris. New [...]

WTN Radio - We Are The Mods
WATM Episode 20 – I Predict A Riot!

WTN Radio - We Are The Mods

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 18, 2013 24:16


EXCLUSIVE for WATM listeners! Warren chats with Russian mod sensations The Riots LIVE from Moscow and plays tracks from the forthcoming album. ‘Time for Truth’…heard for the first time ANYWHERE! Joe Moran, co-creator of SUSSED magazine (voted #1 fanzine of 2012 by Mod Generation) joins from Dublin to discuss modernism in the Emerald Isle and [...]

WTN Radio - We Are The Mods
WATM Episode 19 – The MYTHOS of MOD!

WTN Radio - We Are The Mods

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 22, 2013 102:14


Has mod history been rewritten in an attempt to create our own mythology regarding the early days of the movement? Warren Peace separates fact from fiction with original Gen1 mod Dave Paxton, explores the current state of mod youth in the UK and gets first ‘dibs’ on tracks from ‘Auto Destructive Art’- the new album [...]

WTN Radio - We Are The Mods
WATM Episode 18 – The Knight of the ROUNDEL Table!

WTN Radio - We Are The Mods

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 9, 2013 90:10


Is ‘Sir Wiggo’s new title necessarily a good thing? In his first show of 2013, Warren Peace debates the virtue of Mod’s first Knight of the Roundel Table with DJ Hacker and discusses Mod Style stagnation with Parka Avenue mod-blogger Patrick Foisy. PLUS the usual dose of soul, ska and mod anthems in between all [...]

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WTN Radio - We Are The Mods
WATM Episode 17 – It’s a Quadrophenia Christmas!

WTN Radio - We Are The Mods

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 10, 2012 120:49


Warren Peace fills your stockings with more scooters, soul, ska and style in the last show of 2012! In between shots of brandy he’ll be discussing the ‘cult’ of Quadrophenia and its impact on the mod movement from ’79 to the present day, James Bond’s style through the decades and asks the question, does Mod [...]