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Senior Marines Broke Into His Barracks Room… Then This Happened
Do you remember your first night in the fleet? Showing up in pickle suits with one tiny National Defense ribbon looking like a ketchup stain on your chest. Getting marched into the barracks while 30 senior Marines leaned over the catwalks like they just got a new toy. Then a few hours later the screaming starts. Marines disappearing into the fog at 3AM. Picking cigarette butts out of puddles. Entire platoons getting punished because one dude bought a George Foreman grill. If you know, you know. Meanwhile in the Barracks... only on VET Tv Semper fi, sweetheart. 𝙎𝙩𝙧𝙚𝙖𝙢 𝙤𝙣𝙡𝙮 𝙤𝙣 𝙑𝙀𝙏 𝙏𝙫 🇺🇸 https://www.veterantv.com VET Tv has over 100 episodes of military humor made just for you. Subscribe to VET Tv today to watch more: http://www.veterantv.com #VETTv #MilitaryHumor #Veteran Hollywood creates movies & TV shows about the military for civilians. VET Tv creates TV shows FOR veterans. Our shows will make you feel like you’re back in the barracks & that you’re not the only one with a twisted mind. We’re here for you, we get it. Follow VET Tv for more content: Instagram: https://instagram.com/vet_tv Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/veterantelevision/ Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/vettv/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/veteran_tv TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/vet_tv Shop VET Tv Gear: https://shop.veterantv.com/
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Us Marine Officer meets Undercover Boss | 40+ MILITARY SHOWS AVAILABLE ON VETERANTV.COM
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OVER 40 ORIGINAL SERIES ON THE VET Tv app
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US MARINES OVERSEAS | 40+ MILITARY SHOWS AVAILABLE ON VETERANTV.COM
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Marine Officer Secretly Pretends to Be Junior Enlisted 😂 | VETERANTV.COM
What would actually happen if a Marine Major went undercover at your unit? Honestly… don’t answer that. I could be CID. Or NCIS. Or your therapist taking notes a little too aggressively. Matter of fact, don’t even like this video too fast. That’s how they track you. As a former Marine infantryman myself, I can confidently say an undercover officer showing up to the barracks would’ve ended careers immediately. One room inspection and they’d discover: unauthorized livestock government property that somehow became “community property” a microwave that should’ve been condemned by NATO and at least one Lance cool kid running an underground economy out of his wall locker. Poorly. -Big Matt Dawg. Watch more military comedy from VeteranTV — home of War Virgins, Combat Sports Network, and 40+ military series made by veterans who definitely never violated barracks policy. 𝙎𝙩𝙧𝙚𝙖𝙢 𝙤𝙣𝙡𝙮 𝙤𝙣 𝙑𝙀𝙏 𝙏𝙫 🇺🇸 https://www.veterantv.com VET Tv has over 100 episodes of military humor made just for you. Subscribe to VET Tv today to watch more: http://www.veterantv.com #VETTv #MilitaryHumor #Veteran Hollywood creates movies & TV shows about the military for civilians. VET Tv creates TV shows FOR veterans. Our shows will make you feel like you’re back in the barracks & that you’re not the only one with a twisted mind. We’re here for you, we get it. Follow VET Tv for more content: Instagram: https://instagram.com/vet_tv Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/veterantelevision/ Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/vettv/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/veteran_tv TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/vet_tv Shop VET Tv Gear: https://shop.veterantv.com/
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Checkpoint Charlie on the VET Tv app | 40+ MILITARY SHOWS AVAILABLE ON VETERANTV.COM
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Trading Spouses: Military Edition | 40+ MILITARY SHOWS AVAILABLE ON VETERANTV.COM
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US. MARINE SERGEANT MAJOR LOSES IT
The Soldier's Spot
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Toxic leaders are in every unit | The Soldier's Spot (TSS)
Join our community at www.soldiersspot.com. The Soldier's Spot is the one stop for successful soldier promotion and professional development. Surpass the weak, incompetent, and lazy who are unwilling to do what it takes to better themselves as Soldiers and leaders. You can also just shoot the shit and find people for your squad. Stay strong, overcome challenges. Be the change you want to see, spearhead the movement trailblazer. For all of my military medical personnel, It's time to rapidly and effectively increase transparency and communication to the lowest level to ensure we all have a common operating picture of medical operations. JOIN INSTRUCTIONS: If you would like to receive messages on updates and posts to A&L NET, you must join community on milSuite. To join, click on the A&L NET Home Page link https://www.milsuite.mil/book/community/spaces/al-net and sign in to milSuite with your CAC (signing in establishes your milSuite account if you didn’t have one). When you reach the A&L NET Home Page look on the left side of the page for the “Join A&L NET” widget and click it. Approval is automatic. All A&L NET members receive these messages. See more content: https://www.tiktok.com/@soldiersspottss? www.instagram.com/soldiersspot https://www.milsuite.mil/book/groups/soldiersspot
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When medics join the fight | The Soldier's Spot (TSS)
Join our community at www.soldiersspot.com. The Soldier's Spot is the one stop for successful soldier promotion and professional development. Surpass the weak, incompetent, and lazy who are unwilling to do what it takes to better themselves as Soldiers and leaders. You can also just shoot the shit and find people for your squad. Stay strong, overcome challenges. Be the change you want to see, spearhead the movement trailblazer. For all of my military medical personnel, It's time to rapidly and effectively increase transparency and communication to the lowest level to ensure we all have a common operating picture of medical operations. JOIN INSTRUCTIONS: If you would like to receive messages on updates and posts to A&L NET, you must join community on milSuite. To join, click on the A&L NET Home Page link https://www.milsuite.mil/book/community/spaces/al-net and sign in to milSuite with your CAC (signing in establishes your milSuite account if you didn’t have one). When you reach the A&L NET Home Page look on the left side of the page for the “Join A&L NET” widget and click it. Approval is automatic. All A&L NET members receive these messages. See more content: https://www.tiktok.com/@soldiersspottss? www.instagram.com/soldiersspot https://www.milsuite.mil/book/groups/soldiersspot
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Do you like this game? | The Soldier's Spot (TSS)
Join our community at www.soldiersspot.com. The Soldier's Spot is the one stop for successful soldier promotion and professional development. Surpass the weak, incompetent, and lazy who are unwilling to do what it takes to better themselves as Soldiers and leaders. You can also just shoot the shit and find people for your squad. Stay strong, overcome challenges. Be the change you want to see, spearhead the movement trailblazer. For all of my military medical personnel, It's time to rapidly and effectively increase transparency and communication to the lowest level to ensure we all have a common operating picture of medical operations. JOIN INSTRUCTIONS: If you would like to receive messages on updates and posts to A&L NET, you must join community on milSuite. To join, click on the A&L NET Home Page link https://www.milsuite.mil/book/community/spaces/al-net and sign in to milSuite with your CAC (signing in establishes your milSuite account if you didn’t have one). When you reach the A&L NET Home Page look on the left side of the page for the “Join A&L NET” widget and click it. Approval is automatic. All A&L NET members receive these messages. See more content: https://www.tiktok.com/@soldiersspottss? www.instagram.com/soldiersspot https://www.milsuite.mil/book/groups/soldiersspot
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Why do you allow for toxic leaders to get promoted? | The Soldier's Spot (TSS)
Join our community at www.soldiersspot.com. The Soldier's Spot is the one stop for successful soldier promotion and professional development. Surpass the weak, incompetent, and lazy who are unwilling to do what it takes to better themselves as Soldiers and leaders. You can also just shoot the shit and find people for your squad. Stay strong, overcome challenges. Be the change you want to see, spearhead the movement trailblazer. For all of my military medical personnel, It's time to rapidly and effectively increase transparency and communication to the lowest level to ensure we all have a common operating picture of medical operations. JOIN INSTRUCTIONS: If you would like to receive messages on updates and posts to A&L NET, you must join community on milSuite. To join, click on the A&L NET Home Page link https://www.milsuite.mil/book/community/spaces/al-net and sign in to milSuite with your CAC (signing in establishes your milSuite account if you didn’t have one). When you reach the A&L NET Home Page look on the left side of the page for the “Join A&L NET” widget and click it. Approval is automatic. All A&L NET members receive these messages. See more content: https://www.tiktok.com/@soldiersspottss? www.instagram.com/soldiersspot https://www.milsuite.mil/book/groups/soldiersspot
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When medics lose the fight | The Soldier's Spot (TSS)
Join our community at www.soldiersspot.com. The Soldier's Spot is the one stop for successful soldier promotion and professional development. Surpass the weak, incompetent, and lazy who are unwilling to do what it takes to better themselves as Soldiers and leaders. You can also just shoot the shit and find people for your squad. Stay strong, overcome challenges. Be the change you want to see, spearhead the movement trailblazer. For all of my military medical personnel, It's time to rapidly and effectively increase transparency and communication to the lowest level to ensure we all have a common operating picture of medical operations. JOIN INSTRUCTIONS: If you would like to receive messages on updates and posts to A&L NET, you must join community on milSuite. To join, click on the A&L NET Home Page link https://www.milsuite.mil/book/community/spaces/al-net and sign in to milSuite with your CAC (signing in establishes your milSuite account if you didn’t have one). When you reach the A&L NET Home Page look on the left side of the page for the “Join A&L NET” widget and click it. Approval is automatic. All A&L NET members receive these messages. See more content: https://www.tiktok.com/@soldiersspottss? www.instagram.com/soldiersspot https://www.milsuite.mil/book/groups/soldiersspot
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Why did I join the military? | The Soldier's Spot (TSS)
Join our community at www.soldiersspot.com. The Soldier's Spot is the one stop for successful soldier promotion and professional development. Surpass the weak, incompetent, and lazy who are unwilling to do what it takes to better themselves as Soldiers and leaders. You can also just shoot the shit and find people for your squad. Stay strong, overcome challenges. Be the change you want to see, spearhead the movement trailblazer. For all of my military medical personnel, It's time to rapidly and effectively increase transparency and communication to the lowest level to ensure we all have a common operating picture of medical operations. JOIN INSTRUCTIONS: If you would like to receive messages on updates and posts to A&L NET, you must join community on milSuite. To join, click on the A&L NET Home Page link https://www.milsuite.mil/book/community/spaces/al-net and sign in to milSuite with your CAC (signing in establishes your milSuite account if you didn’t have one). When you reach the A&L NET Home Page look on the left side of the page for the “Join A&L NET” widget and click it. Approval is automatic. All A&L NET members receive these messages. See more content: https://www.tiktok.com/@soldiersspottss? www.instagram.com/soldiersspot https://www.milsuite.mil/book/groups/soldiersspot
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I'm sorry for your experience with toxic leaders | The Soldier's Spot (TSS)
Join our community at www.soldiersspot.com. The Soldier's Spot is the one stop for successful soldier promotion and professional development. Surpass the weak, incompetent, and lazy who are unwilling to do what it takes to better themselves as Soldiers and leaders. You can also just shoot the shit and find people for your squad. Stay strong, overcome challenges. Be the change you want to see, spearhead the movement trailblazer. For all of my military medical personnel, It's time to rapidly and effectively increase transparency and communication to the lowest level to ensure we all have a common operating picture of medical operations. JOIN INSTRUCTIONS: If you would like to receive messages on updates and posts to A&L NET, you must join community on milSuite. To join, click on the A&L NET Home Page link https://www.milsuite.mil/book/community/spaces/al-net and sign in to milSuite with your CAC (signing in establishes your milSuite account if you didn’t have one). When you reach the A&L NET Home Page look on the left side of the page for the “Join A&L NET” widget and click it. Approval is automatic. All A&L NET members receive these messages. See more content: https://www.tiktok.com/@soldiersspottss? www.instagram.com/soldiersspot https://www.milsuite.mil/book/groups/soldiersspot
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Are medics/corpsman non-combatants authorized to use offensive weapons? | The Soldier's Spot (TSS)
Join our community at www.soldiersspot.com. The Soldier's Spot is the one stop for successful soldier promotion and professional development. Surpass the weak, incompetent, and lazy who are unwilling to do what it takes to better themselves as Soldiers and leaders. You can also just shoot the shit and find people for your squad. Stay strong, overcome challenges. Be the change you want to see, spearhead the movement trailblazer. For all of my military medical personnel, It's time to rapidly and effectively increase transparency and communication to the lowest level to ensure we all have a common operating picture of medical operations. JOIN INSTRUCTIONS: If you would like to receive messages on updates and posts to A&L NET, you must join community on milSuite. To join, click on the A&L NET Home Page link https://www.milsuite.mil/book/community/spaces/al-net and sign in to milSuite with your CAC (signing in establishes your milSuite account if you didn’t have one). When you reach the A&L NET Home Page look on the left side of the page for the “Join A&L NET” widget and click it. Approval is automatic. All A&L NET members receive these messages. See more content: https://www.tiktok.com/@soldiersspottss? www.instagram.com/soldiersspot https://www.milsuite.mil/book/groups/soldiersspot
Black Rifle Coffee Company
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Honoring a Fallen Brother: Inside "Folded Flag"
"They gave up their tomorrow for our today." Go behind the scenes of Mat Best’s most personal project yet: "Folded Flag." Written to honor his close friend Luke, a fellow 2nd Ranger Battalion brother killed overseas in 2008, this song captures the weight, the sacrifice, and the unbreakable bond of the veteran community. Join Mat and a crew of 75th Ranger Regiment veterans on set as they bring this story to life, balancing the heavy reality of loss with the powerful, positive memories that make brotherhood live on forever. This isn't just a music video. This is our generation's thank you to the ones who paid the ultimate sacrifice. Stream the official track now and share it with someone who carries a name on their heart. 0:00 – The Story Behind the Song: Remembering Luke 1:10 – Setting the Scene: Bringing Authenticity to Hollywood 1:54 – Explosions & Practical Effects on Set 2:44 – Ranger Brotherhood: Veterans Keeping It Real 3:33 – Hearing the Track: "It Choked Me Up" 4:12 – Filming the Bonfire Scenes & Youthful Memories 5:09 – Why the Good Memories Make the Loss Heavier 6:27 – The Folded Flag Ceremony: Honoring the Sacrifice 7:46 – The Ties That Bind Us as a Community 8:22 – "Every Day Is Memorial Day" Learn more about why Black Rifle Coffee Company is America's Coffee: http://brcc.coffee/2rgH6vu Check us out on social media: Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/blackriflecoffee Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/blackriflecoffeeco LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/6978821 X: https://x.com/blckriflecoffee Did you know that we are on Amazon? http://amzn.to/2oFoBek #FoldedFlag #MatBest #BlackRifleCoffee #MemorialDay
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The First Modern Marine Raiders: Tough, Rugged Bastards
We're grateful to John for sharing his story with us. Not often do you get to talk to the guys who started a legendary unit within the last few decades. Grab Tough Rugged Bastards here: https://www.amazon.com/Tough-Rugged-Bastards-Special-Operations/dp/B0DJC6FJ8P/ Follow Dailey on IG: https://www.instagram.com/j.a.dailey/?hl=en Learn more about why Black Rifle Coffee Company is America's Coffee: http://brcc.coffee/2rgH6vu Check us out on social media: Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/blackriflecoffee Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/blackriflecoffeeco LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/6978821 X: https://x.com/blckriflecoffee Did you know that we are on Amazon? http://amzn.to/2oFoBek
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I'm Still Here
Clint Trial isn't just an elite Marine veteran—he is a man who lived a life "groomed for the Corps" from the age of 14. In this segment, Clint describes the visceral reality of a combat hit on the Pakistan border, the "million needles" of overpressure, and the unexpected psychological burden of the Marine standard during his rescue. From the jungles of Guatemala to the hospitals of San Antonio, this is a raw look at resilience, fatherhood, and what it means to be a Master Sergeant when everything is on the line. Learn more about why Black Rifle Coffee Company is America's Coffee: http://brcc.coffee/2rgH6vu Check us out on social media: Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/blackriflecoffee Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/blackriflecoffeeco LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/6978821 X: https://x.com/blckriflecoffee Did you know that we are on Amazon? http://amzn.to/2oFoBek #MarineCorps #VeteranStories #BlackRifleCoffee #Resilience
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Don't Let Mom Find Out
This Mother’s Day, the stakes have never been higher. When a high-priority asset (The Teddy Bear) goes MIA, it takes a specialized tactical unit to bring him home. Watch as Alpha Team breaches, clears, and neutralizes the target in this high-octane rescue mission. No caffeine was spared in the making of this operation. Learn more about why Black Rifle Coffee Company is America's Coffee: http://brcc.coffee/2rgH6vu Check us out on social media: Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/blackriflecoffee Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/blackriflecoffeeco LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/6978821 X: https://x.com/blckriflecoffee Did you know that we are on Amazon? http://amzn.to/2oFoBek #BlackRifleCoffee #TacticalRescue #MothersDay #nerfwar
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What The Black Hawk Down Movie Left Out
Delta Force Sniper Brad Halling and Orthopedic Surgeon Dr. John Yorchak sit down to recount the brutal, unfiltered reality of combat medicine during the 1993 Battle of Mogadishu. From taking a direct RPG hit to the floor of Super 62, to improvising a tourniquet with a crew chief's belt and a massive OVM screwdriver, Halling breaks down the raw mechanics of survival in "Black Hawk Down." Dr. Yorchak details the mass-casualty chaos of the MASH unit, running 22 surgeries in 34 hours to keep Task Force Ranger alive. 0:00 - Comms Chaos & Super 64 0:35 - Gordon and Shughart Step Off 1:12 - Super 62 Takes an RPG 2:02 - The Screwdriver Tourniquet 3:48 - Inside the Mogadishu MASH Unit 4:40 - The 18-Gauge Needle Test 5:47 - 30 Years Later: The Hospital Photos 7:16 - 36 Hours of Continuous Combat Surgery 8:15 - A Call Home & Maintaining Control #BlackHawkDown #DeltaForce #CombatMedicine #veterans Learn more about why Black Rifle Coffee Company is America's Coffee: http://brcc.coffee/2rgH6vu Check us out on social media: Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/blackriflecoffee Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/blackriflecoffeeco LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/6978821 X: https://x.com/blckriflecoffee Did you know that we are on Amazon? http://amzn.to/2oFoBek
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The Day the Glock 19 Saved His Life
Master Sergeant Earl Plumlee — Force Recon Marine turned Green Beret turned Medal of Honor recipient — walks through the 9-minute gunfight at FOB Ghazni that nobody should have walked away from. A 5,000-lb VBIED breaches the wire. 15 fighters in vests with brand-new Chinese AP ammo pour through behind it. Plumlee jumps into a Toyota, drives toward the explosion, and pulls straight into their half-circle at 10 meters. Then his rifle jams on the first round. What happens next is one of the most surreal close-quarters fights of the entire war — a Glock 19 versus seven vested fighters, a hand grenade lodged in a wounded man's hip, vests cooking off from rifle hits, and a blast that knocks him down 10 feet from the source. Earl tells it straight. No theatrics. No tactical-expert routine. Just what happened. Full episode:https://youtu.be/reWIGNe8D-0?si=EkaUMMYJ8oQVe2X0 00:00 The Toyota and the Half-Circle 01:30 "We Are Deer" — 10 Meters from 7 Vested Fighters 03:30 Drew Buck Gets Hit Every Time 05:00 The Rifle Jams 06:00 Glock 19, No Reload, Closing the Distance 07:30 The Grenade in the Hip 09:00 Vests Cooking Off From Rifle Fire 10:30 The Blast 10 Feet Away 12:00 The Dead Check 13:00 "God Takes Care of Drunks and Fools" #BlackRifleCoffee #MedalOfHonor #GreenBeret Learn more about why Black Rifle Coffee Company is America's Coffee: http://brcc.coffee/2rgH6vu Check us out on social media: Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/blackriflecoffee Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/blackriflecoffeeco LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/6978821 X: https://x.com/blckriflecoffee Did you know that we are on Amazon? http://amzn.to/2oFoBek
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Why HR Banned This Commercial
Going behind the scenes with the Black Rifle Coffee crew. We’re pushing a 900HP Trophy Truck to the absolute limit, from high-speed desert whoops and massive explosions to the ultimate stunt: jumping a moving train. We break down the mechanical stakes, the ramp physics, and the "stolen valor" of acting like we know what we’re doing. This is how you build a cinematic masterpiece with heavy diesel and a lot of caffeine. Learn more about why Black Rifle Coffee Company is America's Coffee: http://brcc.coffee/2rgH6vu Check us out on social media: Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/blackriflecoffee Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/blackriflecoffeeco LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/6978821 X: https://x.com/blckriflecoffee Did you know that we are on Amazon? http://amzn.to/2oFoBek #BRCC #MatBest #TrophyTruck
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The 10 Seconds That Earned a Silver Star
TACP Master Sergeant (Ret.) Cam Kasky didn't have time to process the physics of a PKM at one meter. When the mission shifted from a standard extraction to a near-ambush in a pitch-black creek bed, the choice was simple: let his commander die, or put his own body in the line of fire. In this segment, Kasky breaks down the technical chaos of managing 14 air assets while surrounded, the reality of "Danger Close" strikes, and the split-second decision that earned him the Silver Star. This is raw, unfiltered military history from the men who lived it. Did you know that we are on Amazon? http://amzn.to/2oFoBek Learn more about why Black Rifle Coffee Company is America's Coffee: http://brcc.coffee/2rgH6vu Check us out on social media: Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/blackriflecoffee Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/blackriflecoffeeco LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/6978821 X: https://x.com/blckriflecoffee 00:00 - Chaos in the Creek Bed The team takes machine gun fire while pinned down, leading to the decision to move forward. 00:22 - Coordinating 14 Air Assets Cam describes the technical stress of managing multiple aircraft and "danger close" strikes in total darkness. 02:27 - The Ambush: "Something’s Not Right" The moment the team enters the killing zone and Sergeant Major Phil Paquette senses the trap. 03:53 - The Heroic Act: Jumping in Front The core of the Silver Star citation: Cam assesses his commander is down and puts his own body between the machine gun and his friend. 05:15 - Point-Blank Engagement Neutralizing the threat at one meter and the frantic close-quarters fight to clear the creek bed. 06:30 - Casualty Assessment: "Liquefied Arm" The raw reality of the aftermath, focusing on an operator’s severe humerus injury and managing sensors while surrounded. 08:18 - Searching for the Exfil LZ Moving 600 meters away from the main element to find a suitable landing zone for the rescue birds. 09:03 - Reflection: The Father’s Burden A high-retention segment where Cam discusses the internal struggle of balancing duty with the reality of being a husband and father. 11:09 - Official Silver Star Recognition The recommendation from the team and the official ceremony honoring the heroic actions of that night. #SilverStar #SpecialOperations #BlackRifleCoffee
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Colonel Ian Palmer: Leading Through Crisis
Ian Palmer is a retired U.S. Army Colonel with more than 26 years of experience leading organizations in complex, global, and high-stakes environments. He commanded at every echelon from platoon to brigade combat team, culminating in service as Chief of Staff of the III Armored Corps, where he led the synchronization of operations and strategy for a 90,000-person organization across five Army installations. His career included combat tours in Iraq and Afghanistan, advisory and partnership missions across Europe, the Middle East, and Asia, and strategic assignments on the Joint Staff in the Pentagon, where he advised national leaders on global operations. A lifelong leader and mentor, Ian has built teams from the ground up, led organizations through crisis and transformation, and shaped leader development across every level of the Army. _______________ MENTORS4MIL SHOW LINKS: SUBSCRIBE: https://www.youtube.com/@Mentors4mil Support the Show: https://www.patreon.com/Mentors4mil Listen on Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/mentors-for-military-podcast/id1072421783 Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3w4RiZBxBS8EDy6cuOlbUl Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mentors4mil Follow on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Mentors4Mil/ Follow on X: https://www.twitter.com/mentors4mil Mentors4mil Website: https://www.mentorsformilitary.com #mentors4mil #mentorsformilitary Guest Links: https://www.ianpalmerleadership.com 00:00 Intro & Back-Story 14:08 Choosing Armor branch 23:00 First assignment at Fort Hood — Force 21 32:00 Germany, division staff, Kosovo & Turkey planning 01:03:00 Squadron command at JBLM & Pacific Pathways 01:14:00 Joining and standing up 1st SFAB 01:27:00 Brigade command at Fort Hood & scrutiny 01:44:00 Post-retirement: consulting and athletics focus Intro music "Long Way Down" by Silence & Light is used with permission. Show Disclaimer: https://mentorsformilitary.com/disclaimer/
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Nick Merrick: U.S. Army Special Forces - Community, Competition, and Purpose
Nick recounts his path from infantry recruit to Green Beret, sharing intense selection stories, combat and training experiences, and a defining leadership moment where empowering a junior soldier changed a career. He also describes his transition out of active duty and how he founded Green Beret Racing/Battle of the Branches to build community, competition, and purpose for veterans struggling with life after service. _______________ MENTORS4MIL SHOW LINKS: SUBSCRIBE: https://www.youtube.com/@Mentors4mil Listen on Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/mentors-for-military-podcast/id1072421783 Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3w4RiZBxBS8EDy6cuOlbUl Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mentors4mil Follow on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Mentors4Mil/ Follow on X: https://www.twitter.com/mentors4mil Mentors4mil Website: https://www.mentorsformilitary.com #mentors4mil #mentorsformilitary #greenberet Guest Links: https://www.greenberetracing.org 00:00 Intro 06:40 Airborne, Alaska & early assignments 14:45 Meeting Master Sgt. Tony Yost & combat 23:37 Becoming 18C — Russian linguist & group assignments 36:21 Leading a team — empowerment & culture 46:41 SF vs other SOF & mission differences 54:00 Building partner capacity — the Ukraine example 01:16:00 Green Beret Racing / Battle of the Branches — purpose & charity Intro music "Long Way Down" by Silence & Light is used with permission. Show Disclaimer: https://mentorsformilitary.com/disclaimer/
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Matt Butler: From Green Beret to Shamanism - One Man's Journey to Heal
Matt Butler grew up in rural Utah and joined the Army in 1990, serving for 27 years, 20 of those as a Green Beret, including several times with the Joint Special Operations Command (JSOC). Matt deployed six times to both Iraq's and Afghanistan for a total of over 40 months in combat before he retired as a Lieutenant Colonel. Today, he helps others rediscover and connect to their spirit. He lives in Utah, where he continues his journey as both a warrior and healer. His book: https://www.amazon.com/Green-Beret-Shamanism-Mans-Journey/dp/B0G45BK6JR/ref=sr_1_1?adgrpid=186568883939&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.wQ490KSts1-KoMeA4yjit2chxh9VwFjsaK5c6HdEAow.ZS6MHU1dF8aOakaDI_AzrG98jpVjOBHlshaSK4XpzVE&dib_tag=se&hvadid=779713621199&hvdev=c&hvexpln=0&hvlocphy=9010902&hvnetw=g&hvocijid=10856583273010538674--&hvqmt=e&hvrand=10856583273010538674&hvtargid=kwd-2452951863991&hydadcr=15309_13843760_8312&keywords=from+green+beret+to+shamanism&mcid=b4f88e2dd2eb3c939eef9800c0ffccd4&qid=1776118931&sr=8-1 His website: https://www.AwakeGreenBeret.com _______________ MENTORS4MIL SHOW LINKS: SUBSCRIBE: https://www.youtube.com/@Mentors4mil Support the Show: https://www.patreon.com/Mentors4mil Listen on Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/mentors-for-military-podcast/id1072421783 Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3w4RiZBxBS8EDy6cuOlbUl Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mentors4mil Follow on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Mentors4Mil/ Follow on X: https://www.twitter.com/mentors4mil Mentors4mil Website: https://www.mentorsformilitary.com #mentors4mil #jsoc #jointspecialoperations #mattbutler #shaman #mentorsformilitary 00:00 Intro 00:57 Small Talk: Newnan, Alan Jackson & concert story 02:53 Homecoming: Utah and post-service life 04:52 Family military history & decision to join 11:57 Choosing the Green Beret path & early SF interest 17:47 3rd Group, Africa focus & Afghanistan handoff 25:40 Ranger School experiences and recycle 32:00 IO Command, CJSOTF-I assignment & Iraq IO work 45:00 JSOC, Votel meeting & career clarity 01:00:00 Ceremony experiences: purge, integration & healing 01:22:00 Book: From Green Beret to Shamanism — purpose & proceeds Visit our Amazon page to purchase some of the items we use in our studio, or books from our guests. https://www.amazon.com/shop/mentors4milpodcast As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases. Intro music "Long Way Down" by Silence & Light is used with permission. Show Disclaimer: https://mentorsformilitary.com/disclaimer/
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From Enlisted Electrician to Submarine Commander: A Nuclear Journey
U.S. Navy Commander Will Spears shares his path from enlisting as a nuclear electrician to becoming a submarine officer, detailing intense training, life aboard attack and ballistic submarines, and the realities of operating nuclear propulsion undersea. He discusses leadership, accountability, damage control, and how stoic philosophy shaped his approach to moral decisions and resilience, and mentions his book "Stoicism as a Warrior Philosophy." His book https://a.co/d/014W9QrP His substack https://williamcspears.substack.com/ _______________ MENTORS4MIL SHOW LINKS: SUBSCRIBE: https://www.youtube.com/@Mentors4mil Support the Show: https://www.patreon.com/Mentors4mil Listen on Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/mentors-for-military-podcast/id1072421783 Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3w4RiZBxBS8EDy6cuOlbUl Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mentors4mil Follow on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Mentors4Mil/ Follow on X: https://www.twitter.com/mentors4mil Mentors4mil Website: https://www.mentorsformilitary.com #mentors4mil #mentorsformilitary #submarinecommander #nuclearsubmariner 00:00 Intro 03:35 Why He Joined the U.S. Navy 12:40 Applying to the Naval Academy & transition 16:00 Choosing submarines (birthday ball story) 20:06 First assignments: Guam & Pearl Harbor 24:09 Attack vs ballistic missile submarines 33:53 Depth, cavitation & tactical factors 47:05 Sub culture, qualifications 01:01:02 Stoicism: intro & military relevance 01:08:00 Stoicism in practice & moral dilemmas 01:23:44 Future plans & nuclear policy concerns 01:31:32 Closing remarks & final takeaway Intro music "Long Way Down" by Silence & Light is used with permission. Show Disclaimer: https://mentorsformilitary.com/disclaimer/
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Omar Melendez - One Shot: Owning Failure and Leading Forward
Omar tells his journey from Brooklyn to becoming a Ranger and First Sergeant, sharing how a mortar mistake became a key teaching moment about integrity, trust, and learning. He describes imposter syndrome, the grind of selection and Ranger life, and why humility and mentorship matter. The episode explores the Abrams Charter decision to leave the 75th Ranger Regiment for the 82nd Airborne, the challenge of living as a standard-bearer outside the Rangers, and how leaders can bring hard-earned standards and people-first leadership back to conventional units. _______________ MENTORS4MIL SHOW LINKS: SUBSCRIBE: https://www.youtube.com/@Mentors4mil Support the Show: https://www.patreon.com/Mentors4mil Listen on Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/mentors-for-military-podcast/id1072421783 Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3w4RiZBxBS8EDy6cuOlbUl Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mentors4mil Follow on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Mentors4Mil/ Follow on X: https://www.twitter.com/mentors4mil Mentors4mil Website: https://www.mentorsformilitary.com #armyranger #75thrangerregiment #mentors4mil #mentorsformilitary 00:00 Intro 07:41 Early Life — Brooklyn & Queens 11:49 Joining the Army — Choosing Infantry 14:42 Fort Hood & MOS (11C) — Early Deployments 18:27 Seeing the Rangers — Decision to Join 75th 24:46 Reporting to 1st Ranger Battalion — Initial Integration 36:27 Advice for Imports — Humility & Prepare-to-Learn 47:36 Operational Failure & Accountability (revisited) 53:24 Mortar Systems: Employment, Challenges & Selling the Capability 01:00:00 Deployment Summary — Eight Deployments 01:03:13 Achievement vs Fulfillment — Choosing to Leave the Regiment 01:11:59 Transition to 82nd Airborne — First Sergeant Leadership 01:18:39 Ranger Identity & Perception in the Conventional Army (RFS Story) 01:24:36 Applying Ranger Standards: Practical Changes (3 MGs, Training) 01:32:36 Mentoring & Recruiting — Bringing Soldiers Along 01:36:44 Closing Thoughts — People First Intro music "Long Way Down" by Silence & Light is used with permission. Show Disclaimer: https://mentorsformilitary.com/disclaimer/
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Matt Hill - Damn the Valley: A Paratrooper’s Helmand Story
Matt Hill recounts his 28-year Army career, from growing up an Army brat, joining the Army after high school, early deployments in Bosnia and Kosovo, to the 2003 Iraq invasion and multiple tours in Afghanistan, including intense combat in Helmand’s Arghandab River Valley. The episode covers life at Fort Bragg and Fort Benning, serving in the 82nd Airborne and in SFAB (Security Force Assistance Brigades), leadership as a first sergeant, the challenges of long deployments, and adjusting to civilian life while supporting family and fellow veterans. This episode is packed. _______________ MENTORS4MIL SHOW LINKS: SUBSCRIBE: https://www.youtube.com/@Mentors4mil Support the Show: https://www.patreon.com/Mentors4mil Listen on Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/mentors-for-military-podcast/id1072421783 Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3w4RiZBxBS8EDy6cuOlbUl Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mentors4mil Follow on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Mentors4Mil/ Follow on X: https://www.twitter.com/mentors4mil Mentors4mil Website: https://www.mentorsformilitary.com #82ndairborne #mentors4mil #mentorsformilitary 00:00 Intro 07:16 First Assignment: Fort Hood & Mechanized Units 08:59 Deployment to Bosnia: Peacekeeping & Mine Threats 12:51 Kosovo Deployment 14:19 Airborne School, Jumpmaster & Benning Instructor Duty 16:31 Invasion of Iraq 20:52 Early Combat Operations 26:39 Deployment to Ghazni / RC-East (2007–08) 29:01 Helmand: Halloween Ambush & Aftermath 39:16 Arghandab River Valley Operations 41:01 Aftermath: Casualties, Mental Health & Unit Struggles 54:54 Leadership Lessons: Train Replacements & Promotion Advice 1:13:11 Challenges of Building a New Unit & Anecdotes 1:23:00 Final Deployments 1:28:52 Retirement and Transition to Civilian Life 1:32:53 Closing Remarks Visit our Amazon page to purchase some of the items we use in our studio, or books from our guests. https://www.amazon.com/shop/mentors4milpodcast As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases. Intro music "Long Way Down" by Silence & Light is used with permission. Show Disclaimer: https://mentorsformilitary.com/disclaimer/
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From BUD/S to Boardroom: A SEAL's Journey into Business & Venture Capital
Former Navy SEAL Todd shares his path from intense SEAL training and deployments to corporate security, entrepreneurship, and venture investing in defense tech. The episode covers BUD/S stories, transitions to civilian life, founding businesses (including Kill Cliff), supporting the Navy SEAL Foundation, and practical career advice for veterans. Todd also discusses mentorship, networking, and why combining tenacity with curiosity can lead to success in business and giving back to the military community. _______________ MENTORS4MIL SHOW LINKS: SUBSCRIBE: https://www.youtube.com/@Mentors4mil Support the Show: https://www.patreon.com/Mentors4mil Listen on Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/mentors-for-military-podcast/id1072421783 Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3w4RiZBxBS8EDy6cuOlbUl Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mentors4mil Follow on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Mentors4Mil/ Follow on X: https://www.twitter.com/mentors4mil Mentors4mil Website: https://www.mentorsformilitary.com #SEAL #NavySEAL #mentors4mil #mentorsformilitary For sales or sponsorship contact info@mentorsformilitary.com 00:00 Intro 00:06 BUD/s Entry 14:07 Graduation reflections & the SEAL brotherhood 20:51 Early civilian work: Wall Street interview & contracting 26:59 Mentorship, education views & entrepreneurial pivot 38:07 Starting companies & the dual-business anecdote 01:04:58 Navy SEAL Foundation: genesis, mission & impact 01:14:07 Venture capital, defense tech & what’s next Visit our Amazon page to purchase some of the items we use in our studio, or books from our guests. https://www.amazon.com/shop/mentors4milpodcast As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases. Intro music "Long Way Down" by Silence & Light is used with permission. Show Disclaimer: https://mentorsformilitary.com/disclaimer/
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U.S. Army Ranger and First Sergeant Jason Belford. The War Inside Me.
Jason Belford spent 20 years in the U.S. Army, and he gave nearly 17 years to the war in Afghanistan as an infantryman, sniper, platoon sergeant and Army Ranger. He went on 12 deployments to the country and to Iraq as a member of 3rd Battalion, 75th Ranger Regiment and the 10th Mountain Divisions. Jason has been not only a guest on this podcast multiple times, but he has also been a cohost on this show, having helped cohost shows for about a year in total many years ago. He and Robert have stayed in touch, but recently bumped into one another at the airport in Pittsburgh. They hugged and talked. They instantly knew that another episode was needed. While cohosting years back, Jason had openly talked about how he attempted to take his own life and he had hoped that it would help others. He shared the story of how his friend Dave helped him during that time of need. Years later, in 2022, the world was crumbling around him. A number of different events created the perfect storm. Dark clouds. Robert was checking up on him and he was told that Jason was going to be out of the net for a while. He was going to get some help. Jason shares on this episode the events that led up to that moment and what he did afterwards to receive help. He shares his spiritual journey and his story will leave you speechless. We couldn't be more happier to see Jason back in studio with us at Mentors4mil. He's been an inspiration for so many while he was in uniform and since he's left service. He continues to deal with his demons daily. He has accepted the fact that it will take daily work to fight what he calls "the war inside me". Jason's book, 'The War Inside Me' will be out soon. _______________ MENTORS4MIL SHOW LINKS: SUBSCRIBE: https://www.youtube.com/@Mentors4mil Support the Show: https://www.patreon.com/Mentors4mil Listen on Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/mentors-for-military-podcast/id1072421783 Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3w4RiZBxBS8EDy6cuOlbUl Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mentors4mil Follow on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Mentors4Mil/ Follow on X: https://www.twitter.com/mentors4mil Mentors4mil Website: https://www.mentorsformilitary.com #Ranger #ArmyRanger #JasonBelford #TheWarInsideMe #The War Inside Me #mentors4mil #mentorsformilitary 00:00 Intro 04:04 Army Training: Fort Benning & Fort Polk 06:00 Sniper School & Choosing the Rangers 07:02 Ranger School Graduation & 75th Ranger Regiment 10:06 Joining 75th Ranger Regiment as an Import & RASP Experience 18:27 Imposter Syndrome, Pride & Self‑Reflection 28:57 Needing Help and Immediate Intervention 36:57 Laurel Ridge Rehab & the Recovery Process 43:18 Faith & Finding Peace Through God 51:20 The Vision 01:06:25 Equine Therapy, Purpose & Writing the Book 01:22:59 Community, Consistency & Final Message 01:36:42 Closing Remarks & Thanks Visit our Amazon page to purchase some of the items we use in our studio, or books from our guests. https://www.amazon.com/shop/mentors4milpodcast As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases. Intro Segment Music is "Sad Slow Orchestra" by Ribhav Agrawal on Pixabay. Podcast Intro music "Long Way Down" by Silence & Light is used with permission. Show Disclaimer: https://mentorsformilitary.com/disclaimer/
Association of the U.S. Army
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Remembering an American Hero This Memorial Day | Army Matters Podcast
This Memorial Day, we remember the ultimate price paid by our nation's heroes On the latest episode of Army Matters, retired Lt. Gen. Patricia Horoho reflects on the 1994 Green Ramp disaster and shares the powerful story of Sgt. Daniel Price’s sacrifice and legacy. Listen to the full episode now at the link in comments or on your favorite podcast streaming app. #MemorialDay #NeverForget #ServiceAndSacrifice #GreenRamp #FortBragg #AUSA #MilitaryHistory #2ServeTogether
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AUSA's Coffee Series - MG Rebecca McElwain, Director of the Army Budget
AUSA's Coffee Series presents: MG Rebecca McElwain Director of the Army Budget With the release of the Army’s FY27 budget request, this session will provide a timely and direct look at the priorities, tradeoffs, and investments shaping the future force. Join us as we break down what the budget means for industry, the operational force, and the broader defense community. May 21, 2026 General Gordon R. Sullivan Conference & Event Center 2425 Wilson Blvd. Arlington, VA 22201
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How Great Mentors Shape Army Leaders | Army Matters Podcast
"If I had managed my own career, to be honest, I'm not sure I would have made it." This week on Army Matters, the first female Army Surgeon General, retired Lt. Gen. Patricia Horoho, shares her candid journey of overcoming self-doubt, trusting her mentors, and taking the risks that defined her historic career. The full episode is now streaming! Listen now at the link in comments. Plus, be sure to tune in this Sunday, May 24, as her life-saving heroism at the Pentagon during 9/11 will be featured nationally on PBS during the Memorial Day Concert. #Podcast #USArmy #MemDayPBS #ArmyMatters #AUSA #Leadership #ArmyMedicine
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Triage to Three Stars: 25 Years Since 9/11
Source: https://www.podbean.com/eau/pb-mxi63-1aca01e In this episode of Army Matters, LTG (Ret.) Leslie Smith and SMA (Ret.) Dan Dailey sit down with LTG (Ret.) Patricia Horoho to reflect on her experience responding firsthand to the attack on the Pentagon on 9/11 and the leadership that emerged in those first critical moments. 2026 marks 25 years since the attack, and her heroism will be remembered during the National Memorial Day Concert held on the National Mall in D.C. on Sunday, May 24th. Trained in trauma nursing and mass casualty response, Patty Horoho reflects on her 33 years of service—from nearly leaving the Army, to rising through the ranks to become the first nurse and first woman to serve as the Army’s Surgeon General. Now continuing her service through initiatives like 2Serve Together, Horoho remains focused on supporting military families and strengthening the broader community. National Memorial Day Concert: https://www.pbs.org/national-memorial-day-concert/ Guest: LTG Patricia D. Horoho, U.S. Army Retired, Founder and President, 2Serve Together and AUSA Senior Fellow Has a member of the Army positively changed your life? Now is your chance to thank them publicly with a shoutout via our Hooah Hotline and have it possibly appear on an upcoming episode of AUSA’s Army Matters podcast! AUSA’s Army Matters podcast can also be heard on Wreaths Across America Radio on Monday at 8 pm Eastern. You can find Wreaths Across America Radio on the iHeart Radio app, the Audacy app, and the TuneIn app. Search the word Wreath. Donate: If you are interested in supporting AUSA’s educational programs, such as this podcast, please visit www.ausa.org/donate. Feedback: How are we doing? Email us at podcast@ausa.org. Disclaimer: AUSA’s Army Matters podcast primary purpose is to entertain. The podcast does not constitute advice or services. While guests are invited to listen, listeners please note that you are not being provided professional advice from the podcast or the guests. The views and opinions of our guests do not necessarily reflect the views of AUSA.
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Triage to Three Stars: 25 Years Since 9/11
In this episode of Army Matters, LTG (Ret.) Leslie Smith and SMA (Ret.) Dan Dailey sit down with LTG (Ret.) Patricia Horoho to reflect on her experience responding firsthand to the attack on the Pentagon on 9/11 and the leadership that emerged in those first critical moments. 2026 marks 25 years since the attack, and her heroism will be remembered during the National Memorial Day Concert held on the West Lawn of the U.S. Capitol in D.C. on Sunday, May 24th. Trained in trauma nursing and mass casualty response, Patty Horoho reflects on her 33 years of service—from nearly leaving the Army, to rising through the ranks to become the first nurse and first woman to serve as the Army’s Surgeon General. Now continuing her service through initiatives like 2Serve Together, Horoho remains focused on supporting military families and strengthening the broader community. National Memorial Day Concert: https://www.pbs.org/national-memorial-day-concert/ Guest: LTG Patricia D. Horoho, U.S. Army Retired, Founder and President, 2Serve Together and AUSA Senior Fellow Has a member of the Army positively changed your life? Now is your chance to thank them publicly with a shoutout via our Hooah Hotline (https://www.ausa.org/podcast/hooah-hotline) and have it possibly appear on an upcoming episode of AUSA’s Army Matters podcast! AUSA’s Army Matters podcast can also be heard on Wreaths Across America Radio on Monday at 8 pm Eastern. You can find Wreaths Across America Radio on the iHeart Radio app, the Audacy app, and the TuneIn app. Search the word Wreath. Donate: If you are interested in supporting AUSA’s educational programs, such as this podcast, please visit www.ausa.org/donate (http://www.ausa.org/donate) . Feedback: How are we doing? Email us at podcast@ausa.org (mailto:podcast@ausa.org) . Disclaimer: AUSA’s Army Matters podcast primary purpose is to entertain. The podcast does not constitute advice or services. While guests are invited to listen, listeners please note that you are not being provided professional advice from the podcast or the guests. The views and opinions of our guests do not necessarily reflect the views of AUSA.
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Remembering 9/11 with retired LTG Patricia Horoho | Army Matters Podcast
"I could hear this voice just as clear as day: 'Don’t go down that way.'" This Wednesday on Army Matters, retired Lt. Gen. Patricia Horoho reflects on her experience responding firsthand to the attack on the Pentagon on 9/11 and her historic path to becoming the Army’s first female Surgeon General. Subscribe now on your favorite streaming app so you don't miss it! #ArmyMatters #NeverForget #Pentagon #MilitaryStories #AUSA #WomenInUniform #Leadership #ArmyMedicine
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The Power of Community for Gold Star Families | Army Matters Podcast
No military family should have to grieve alone. In honor of #ChildrenOfFallenPatriotsDay, Bonnie Carroll, founder of TAPS, and Jennie Taylor, founder of the Major Brent Taylor Foundation, discuss the vital importance of peer support for the children of our fallen heroes. Watch the full Army Matters episode linked in the comments. #GoldStarFamilies #ArmyMatters #TragedyAssistanceProgramForSurvivors #MajorBrentTaylorFoundation #TAPSorg
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Empowering the Modern Warfighter | Army Matters Podcast
"Our people are really our best weapon." Lt. Col. Armand Balboni of the U.S. Army Reserve sits down with retired Lt. Gen. Leslie Smith and retired Sgt. Maj. of the Army Dan Dailey, to discuss why true innovation is about empowering Soldiers and refining processes, not just chasing "shiny" new tech. Listen to the full podcast episode at the link in the comments. #ArmyMatters #USArmy #Leadership #Innovation #ArmyReserve #AUSA
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NCOPD LIVE SEASON FINALE
🎙️ NCOPD LIVE: Season Finale & 11-Year Celebration! 🎉 After 11 incredible years of dedicated service to leaders across all branches of the Armed Forces, NCOPD LIVE is coming to a close. Join us for the Season Finale as we celebrate over a decade of professional development, leadership growth, and impactful conversations. This podcast has been one of a kind—and on Thursday, 19 June 2025 at 1800 CST / 1900 EST, we close this remarkable chapter with gratitude and honor. Whether you’ve been with us since day one or just joined recently, we invite you to tune in, celebrate with us, and reflect on the legacy we’ve built together. 🗓️ Date: Thursday, 19 June 2025 🕕 Time: 1800 CST / 1900 EST 📍 Where: LIVE on Facebook/YouTube/LinkedIn @ncopdlive Let’s make this final episode one to remember. Thank you for being a part of the journey. 💥🇺🇸 #NCOPDLIVE #LeadershipLegacy #11YearsStrong #SeasonFinale #MilitaryLeadership #ProfessionalDevelopment 🎙️ New to streaming or looking to level up? Check out StreamYard and get $10 discount! 😍 https://streamyard.com/pal/d/6403739813412864
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NCOPD LIVE WEEKLY EPISODE
NCOPD LIVE SPECIAL EPISODE w/MAYOR JAMES BRECKINRIDGE I CITY OF ST ROBERT, MISSOURI TOPIC OF DISCUSSION: FROM THE UNIFORM TO CITY HALL (PT. 2) *FOLLOW US ON FACEBOOK, INSTAGRAM, TWITTER, YOUTUBE & LINKEDIN *EMAIL US AT NCOPDLIVE@GMAIL.COM *TPSGL HOTLINE 409-203-6700 **WE DO NOT OWN THE RIGHTS TO THIS MUISIC 🎙️ New to streaming or looking to level up? Check out StreamYard and get $10 discount! 😍 https://streamyard.com/pal/d/6403739813412864
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David Pere
13 VA Loan Myths That Keep Veterans BROKE
Think you know how the VA loan works? A lot of veterans and service members are still believing bad advice that could cost them houses, money, and long-term wealth. In this video, I’m breaking down 13 of the most common VA loan myths, including whether you have to live in the home for 2 years, whether you can only use the VA loan once, whether sellers hate VA offers, whether VA loans take forever to close, and whether you can use the VA loan to build wealth through house hacking. The VA loan is one of the most powerful benefits available to service members and veterans, but only if you understand how it actually works. Comment below with the worst VA loan advice you’ve ever heard. Subscribe for more military real estate, VA loan, and financial freedom content for service members and veterans. Get a FREE copy of my book, and get connected to the Military Millionaire community on all of your favorite platforms: https://www.frommilitarytomillionaire.com/free-book
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10 MORE Insane Military Myths People Believe
The last time I busted common military rumors, the video went completely bonkers. So today, I’m digging up 10 more incredible military myths that people, both civilians and boots fresh out of high school, actually believe. Having served in the Marine Corps for 13 years, I can tell you that the reality of the service is nothing like what you see in Hollywood movies or video games. From the ridiculous rumors about what boot camp cooks put in your food to the dangerous misconceptions about how the VA loan actually works, we are breaking down the unfiltered truth. The Myths We’re Busting: - The Boot Camp Rumor: The real reason why nobody is getting a boner at recruit training (and no, it has nothing to do with the cooks slipping chemicals into your chow). - "Military Grade" Gear: Why every single veteran completely laughs when they see a product marketed as "indestructible." - The PTSD Stigma: Why the media has it completely wrong and how high-functioning vets actually deal with it daily. - The Deployment Cash Trap: My personal story of leaving a combat zone in 2010 with $17,000 cash and blowing it all on a Harley, a truck, and a sniper rifle. Get a FREE copy of my book, and get connected to the Military Millionaire community on all of your favorite platforms: https://www.frommilitarytomillionaire.com/free-book
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David Pere
11 CRAZY Medical Benefits the Military Hides From You
If you’re in the military and you’re not using these medical benefits, you are literally leaving thousands of dollars, and life-changing treatments on the table. Most service members think TRICARE is only good for basic sick call, motrin, and changing out your socks. They have absolutely no clue that the military will completely cover or heavily discount major elective and cosmetic procedures if you know how to play your cards right. I served in the Marine Corps for 13 years, and I personally got PRK eye surgery done completely for free back in 2018. In this video, I’m pulling back the curtain on 11 wild medical procedures, from functional nose jobs and braces to the "at-cost" plastic surgery loophole, and the exact 3-step strategy I used to tie elective surgeries to mission readiness so Uncle Sam has to foot the bill. What We're Covering: - Vision & Breathing: My personal experience getting free PRK and how a functional rhinoplasty works. - The Cosmetic Loophole: How military surgeons looking to build their civilian plastic surgery portfolios offer high-end cosmetic procedures at raw cost. - Braces & Jaw Function: Why the military covers jaw alignment, bite issues, and TMJ more often than you think. - Excess Skin & Scar Revision: Getting procedures approved by framing them around chronic pain, mobility restrictions, or documented psychological distress. - The Approval Formula: How to stop treating these as "nice-to-haves" and start framing them as critical readiness issues to get your command's signature. #MilitaryBenefits #TRICARE #MarineCorps #MilitaryLife Get a FREE copy of my book, and get connected to the Military Millionaire community on all of your favorite platforms: https://www.frommilitarytomillionaire.com/free-book
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David Pere
Recruiters IGNORE Applicants Like This
Most people who walk into a military recruiter’s office are not ready. They show up late, out of shape, missing documents, stuck on one job, full of medical or legal issues, or acting like the military is just their backup plan. Then they wonder why the recruiter stops texting back, takes forever to process them, or pushes them toward whatever job is available. I spent 3 years on recruiting duty, and the truth is simple: Recruiters do not want perfect applicants. They want easy applicants. In this video, I break down what makes someone a recruiter’s nightmare, what makes someone a dream applicant, and how to make your enlistment process faster, smoother, and less frustrating. You’ll learn: - Why some applicants get ignored - What recruiters are actually looking for - How to prepare before walking into the office - Which documents you should have ready - Why medical, legal, fitness, and job flexibility matter - How to avoid getting pushed to the bottom of the priority list If you are serious about joining the military, do not make the recruiter chase you. Show up ready. Get a FREE copy of my book, and get connected to the Military Millionaire community on all of your favorite platforms: https://www.frommilitarytomillionaire.com/free-book #MilitaryRecruiting #JoiningTheMilitary #MilitaryAdvice #ASVAB #BootCamp #Recruiter #MilitaryLife #FutureSoldier #FutureMarine #FutureSailor #FutureAirman
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David Pere
What a Marine's Real Survival Bag Actually Looks Like (Not Prepper Nonsense)
In this video, I’m pulling back the curtain on my real-world Go Bag. After going through Mountain Warfare Training and Jungle Warfare Survival School, I’ve moved past the typical "prepper" gear to focus on the tactical essentials that actually matter when things go sideways. From redundant water purification and "scavengeable" 9mm and 5.56 ammunition to the $10,000 cash I keep stashed for worst-case scenarios, this is a masterclass in staying inconspicuous and prepared. Inside My Bag: - Water & Fire: Why iodine and LifeStraws are your best friends in the woods. - The "Grey Man" Approach: Why looking "tactical" makes you a target and how I avoid it. - Medical Readiness: Why I stash trauma gear like tension pneumothorax needles and wound closure kits. - The Ammo Strategy: Why common calibers like 9mm and 5.56 are the only choice for a long-term crisis. - The "Booby Trap" Secret: How I ensure no one sneaks up on my camp. Key Moments: 00:00 – My background in Mountain & Jungle Warfare Survival Schools 00:16 – Water Purification: Why I prefer liquid over tablets 01:14 – The Red Light Secret: How I maintain my night vision 03:16 – Why I carry 9mm and 5.56 ammunition 04:30 – My Shotgun Primer Booby Trap 06:28 – The "Hard-to-Reseal" Trauma Kit breakdown 10:33 – Why I keep $10,000 cash in the bag 11:51 – My "Beans, Bullets, and Band-Aids" Philosophy Are you prepared? Drop a comment below and tell me the one item I missed that you think is a "must-have" for a survival kit. Get a FREE copy of my book, and get connected to the Military Millionaire community on all of your favorite platforms: https://www.frommilitarytomillionaire.com/free-book #marines
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David Pere
10 INSANE Military Myths People Believe
These military myths are insane. In this video, we’re breaking down 10 myths people still believe about the military, from stop-loss rumors and the infamous silver bullet, to SERE school, the peanut butter shot, BAH, PTSD, and the VA loan. Some of these myths are based on real things, a lotof them got twisted into complete nonsense, and a few are so ridiculous I still can’t believe people have said them out loud. Drop the craziest military myth you’ve ever heard in the comments. If there are enough good ones, we’ll make part two. Chapters 0:00 10 insane military myths 0:07 Does everyone get stop-loss if war breaks out? 0:54 The silver bullet myth 2:34 Do they break fingers at SERE school? 4:02 Do Marines need a confirmed kill? 4:58 Can you be executed for sleeping on guard duty? 5:31 The peanut butter shot myth 6:32 Can you quit after signing? 7:35 Will getting married for BAH make you rich? 9:17 Are you guaranteed PTSD if you deploy? 10:37 Can you only use your VA loan once? 11:26 What military myth should we debunk next? #military #veterans #marines #valoan #militarylife #militarymyths #veteranlife Get a FREE copy of my book, and get connected to the Military Millionaire community on all of your favorite platforms: https://www.frommilitarytomillionaire.com/free-book
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David Pere
What NOBODY Tells You Before You Leave the Military (Don't Make This Mistake)
I walked into a room full of military millionaires and asked them one question: "What was your biggest financial mistake?" The answers were brutal, honest, and exactly what you need to hear before you hang up the uniform. From the classic "high-interest car trap" to missing out on millions in real estate growth because of a lack of knowledge, these veterans are sharing their regrets so you don't have to repeat them. If you are currently serving or within 12 months of your transition, this video is your roadmap to avoiding the "Veteran Poverty Trap." Key Timestamps: 00:16 – The "Car Trap" and high interest rates 01:11 – How to avoid being "house poor" 02:16 – Building $1.3 Million in real estate on a VA loan 03:11 – The #1 thing to do before you leave the military 04:06 – Developing your "Second Identity" 05:23 – The benefits most veterans completely ignore #MilitaryTransition #VeteranSuccess #MilitaryInvesting #FinancialRegrets #VALoan #MilitaryToMillionaire Get a FREE copy of my book, and get connected to the Military Millionaire community on all of your favorite platforms: https://www.frommilitarytomillionaire.com/free-book
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David Pere
Marine Veteran Reveals the Complete Boot Camp Schedule
Most people think boot camp is just a 13-week workout, but it’s actually a 24/7 mental game designed to break your civilian habits and build you back up as a Marine. In this video, 13-year Marine veteran David Pere pulls back the curtain on the daily grind, from the chaos of "Reveille" to the silent discipline of "Taps". If you are shipping out soon or considering enlistment, this is the exact schedule you will live by. What You’ll Learn: - The 0500 Morning Chaos: Why making your bed five times in a row is part of the plan. - The Training Blocks: What really happens during swim week, range week, and medical training. - Chow Hall Reality: Why "mealtime" is a high-speed, 4-minute mission. - Evening Routine & Squad Bay Life: Mail call, hygiene, and the "Two Sheets and a Blanket" drill. - Firewatch: Standing guard in the middle of the night while the world sleeps. Key Moments: 00:00 – 0500 Reveille: The loudest wake-up call of your life 01:33 – PT vs. Chow: The morning rotation 02:14 – Training Blocks (Range, Swim, & Medical) 03:22 – The "Speed Eating" Chow Hall experience 05:44 – Evening Hygiene & The 32oz Canteen Rule 07:31 – Firewatch: Reporting your post for the first time 10:58 – Why you'll start "standing a little taller" #MarineCorps #BootCamp #USMC #MilitaryLife #RecruitTraining #DayInTheLife #MarineVeteran Get a FREE copy of my book, and get connected to the Military Millionaire community on all of your favorite platforms: https://www.frommilitarytomillionaire.com/free-book
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