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Wednesday Mar 27, 2019
Wednesday Mar 27, 2019
Before Brad was kicking in doors and hunting down bad guys with 3rd Battalion, 75th Ranger Regiment and later as a Tier 1 operator in “The Unit” (aka CAG or Delta Force) over the span of his 20-year U.S. Army career, he was shredding the frets on his guitar. He deployed 8 total times in support of combat operations in Mogadishu Somalia, Bosnia, and Herzegovina, Afghanistan, and Iraq. Now he’s formed a band comprised of U.S. veterans known as Silence and Light and they are donating all of their proceeds to veteran supporting organizations.
Fellow members of the band Silence and Light are Fred on vocals who served in the Air Force, Brandon on drums who served as a Marine crew chief on Marine One, the presidents helicopter, Tyson on bass, a former MARSOC raider, and Jason Everman on guitar, who many know from his time with Nirvana and Soundgarden who then joined the Army with 2nd Battalion 75th Ranger Regiment and then 3rd Special Forces Group (Airborne) before leaving the military and becoming a Pat Tillman Scholar.
In this episode, Brad joins Tom, Robert, and Scott to talk about his military career, a song that he wrote immediately following him witnessing a reunion between Tom and another Tier 1 operator, how he redefined himself post transition and some tips that he used that may help you, and why he and fellow band mates feel so strongly about the band Silence and Light.
Learn more about Silence and Light at http://www.silenceandlightmusic.com. Follow Silence and Light on Instagram at http://www.instagram.com/silence_and_light_official
Robert is a retired US Army Armor and Recruiter/Retention MSG turned Fortune 50 executive; Tom Satterly is a highly decorated U.S. Army Tier 1 retired command sergeant major (CSM) and cofounder of All Secure Foundation, a nonprofit for SOF veterans; Scott Johnson is a former British Army EOD and Sapper.
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Tuesday Mar 19, 2019
Tuesday Mar 19, 2019
The odds are pretty good that you've watched Netflix's series Stranger Things before. In the recent series, Jennifer Marshall played the mother of the character "Max". She's also been on hit television shows Hawaii Five-O, Timeless, Game Shakers, and others.
She joined the U.S. Navy directly after high school and spent five years serving as an aircraft handler, forklift operator, logistics specialist before separating as a second class petty officer (E-5). While serving in the U.S. Navy, her most important collateral duties was working for the USS Theodore Roosevelt’s Sexual Assault Victim Intervention (SAVI) program, teaching policies and procedures to new sailors checking in onboard and being available to advocate for victims of sexual assault.
In this episode she talks about how she became an actor, the portrayal of veterans in Hollywood, military sexual trauma and her own experience, military transition, and the importance of maintaining a sense of service post military.
Robert is a retired US Army Armor and Recruiter/Retention MSG turned Fortune 50 executive; Paul Martinez is a medically retired U.S. Army Ranger Sniper NCO who served with 3/75th Ranger Regiment; Scott Johnson is a former British Army EOD and Sapper.
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Tuesday Mar 12, 2019
Tuesday Mar 12, 2019
It's not often that we run across someone who goes from being a U.S. Navy SEAL and who then switch branches to the U.S. Army and become a 160th SOAR pilot! Meet Michael Rutledge and listen to his amazing story of how he was able to live a life of no regret.
CW4 Michael G. Rutledge is the current Commander, 2nd Aviation Detachment, USMA as well as an MX400 instructor and mentor for the West Point Football, Swimming, Parachute Team, and Aviation Club. He enlisted in the U.S Navy in 1990 from Davenport, IA as a Naval Aircrewman and Helicopter Rescue Swimmer. In 1993, Rutledge was selected for Basic Underwater Demolition/SEAL Training. After graduation, he was assigned to SEAL Team ONE and an assignment at the Naval Special Warfare Center at Naval Amphibious Base, Coronado, CA as an Advanced Training Instructor. He completed three overseas deployments to include several contingency operations and was deployed during Sept 11th, 2001. In addition, he served as an M-60 gunner, explosive breacher, team leader, and air operations department head. Upon return from deployment in 2002, Rutledge was accepted to Army Warrant Officer Candidate School and follow-on training as an Army Aviator.
In this episode, Michael joins Robert Gowin, Erich Martin, and Scott Johnson as he talks about not only his amazing military service, but about topics that focus on the importance of finding your tribe post military service, not living a life of regret, and how it's okay to fail greatly.
Robert is a retired US Army Armor and Recruiter/Retention MSG turned Fortune 50 executive; Erich Martin is an active duty U.S. Army Special Forces Master Sergeant; Scott Johnson is a former British Army EOD and Sapper.
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Thursday Feb 28, 2019
Thursday Feb 28, 2019
As a leader, building team cohesion and trust is a must. Trust is the foundation on which a leader can build on. In this episode, we are joined by Blayne Smith. In January 2009, Smith, then a Detachment Commander for the 3rd Special Forces Group, headed to Afghanistan. It was during this deployment that Smith lost several teammates, with one really hitting him hard. He shares this story and how difficult it was to deal with the aftermath. Blayne learned so much from his time serving with the men on his team and the importance of trust. He uses his experiences to talk about how every leader should C.A.R.E. for their people.
Blayne is a West Point graduate and former Special Forces officer, Smith served combat tours in both Iraq and Afghanistan. He was the distinguished honor graduate of the Army’s Ranger School and has earned numerous military awards including three Bronze Stars, one with “V” device for valor.
Robert is a retired US Army Armor and Recruiter/Retention MSG turned Fortune 50 executive; Erich Martin is an active duty U.S. Army Special Forces Master Sergeant
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Tuesday Feb 19, 2019
Tuesday Feb 19, 2019
Perception is reality. In today's society and the jury of the public opinion, once people create a perception about you, it becomes reality. It then becomes harder to sway their first impression or opinion. Our daily lives are flooded with "influencers" who attempt to use their opinions as facts and try to share why you should take their opinion as the only truth.
In this episode we are joined by Marty Skovlund Jr. of Black Rifle Company's "Coffee or Die" magazine and Patrick Baker of Task & Purpose.
Marty is a veteran of the 1st Ranger Battalion. He's the author of Violence of Action: The Untold Stories of the 75th Ranger Regiment in the War on Terror (Blackside Publishing) as well as Ranger Knowledge: The Complete Study Guide (St. Martins Press). Patrick Baker is a former Marine.
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Robert is a retired US Army Armor and Recruiter/Retention MSG turned Fortune 50 executive; Paul Martinez is a retired US Army Ranger and sniper NCO; Erich Martin is an active duty U.S. Army Special Forces Master Sergeant
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Wednesday Feb 13, 2019
Wednesday Feb 13, 2019
Having a feeling of losing your 'tribe' and your sense of identity is difficult. Isolation, depression, and anger can easily creep in.
In this episode, we are joined by Jonathan Lambert and we dive into the world under the sea and discuss the challenges of homecoming and belonging. It is a problem many veterans face post military.
“Humans don’t mind hardship, in fact they thrive on it; what they mind is not feeling necessary. Modern society has perfected the art of making people not feel necessary. It's time for that to end.” ― Sebastian Junger, Tribe: On Homecoming and Belonging
Jonathan Lambert is a retired USN Submariner. Robert is a retired US Army Armor and Recruiter/Retention MSG turned Fortune 50 executive; Paul Martinez is a retired US Army Ranger and sniper NCO; Erich Martin is an active duty U.S. Army Special Forces Master Sergeant; Scott Johnson is a former British Army Sapper and EOD NCO.
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Wednesday Feb 06, 2019
Wednesday Feb 06, 2019
Kevin Flike's story is nothing short of amazing. After becoming a U.S. Army Special Forces (Green Beret) soldier, his life took a major turn during his second deployment when he was hit in the lower abdomen and they didn't know if he'd make it. It was a long recovery, but due to his strong drive and determination, he wasn't going to allow what happened to define his next chapter in life.
Follow Kevin at http://www.woundedbywar.com
Robert is a retired US Army Armor and Recruiter/Retention MSG turned Fortune 50 executive; Paul Martinez is a retired US Army Ranger and sniper NCO; Erich Martin is an active duty U.S. Army Special Forces Master Sergeant.
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Tuesday Jan 29, 2019
Tuesday Jan 29, 2019
Situational awareness is being aware of what is happening around you in terms of where you are, where you are supposed to be, and whether anyone or anything around you is a threat to your health and safety. Simply, it's the ability to identify, process, and comprehend information about how to survive in an emergency situation.
Andrew Blubaugh is a former U.S. Marine and has over 15 years of Military, Private Security and Law Enforcement experience. Andrew is a fulltime police officer, member of a county wide SWAT team and the primary firearm, tactics and use of force trainer for his agency. Additionally, Andrew spent 4 years as an adjunct instructor for the Ohio Attorney General's Office and continues to instruct with Chris Cerino Training Group and Rifle's Only.
In this episode, Andrew joined Robert, Paul, and Scott to talk about our situational awareness and the importance of knowing that you are your own first responder. Some of the topics include: - Is it important to every day carry (EDC)?- What are the most important things to consider before carrying?- What should you carry every day?- Why is situational awareness (SA) important?- What should we teach our kids to look for when out playing?
Robert is a retired US Army Armor and Recruiter/Retention MSG turned Fortune 50 executive; Paul Martinez is a retired US Army Ranger Sniper who served with 3/75 Ranger Regiment; Scott Johnson is a former British Army Sapper & EOD NCO.
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Tuesday Jan 22, 2019
Tuesday Jan 22, 2019
Selection and indoctrination. Underwater Egress Training. Combat Diver Course. Advanced Paramedic Training. Airborne Training. Military Free Fall. Survival and Rescue. Rope Climbing.
Pararescuemen (also known as PJs) are United States Air Force Special Operations Command (AFSOC) and Air Combat Command (ACC) operators tasked with recovery and medical treatment of personnel in humanitarian and combat environments. The pipeline to become a PJ is long and arduous.
The maroon beret worn by Pararescuemen and Combat Rescue Officers was authorized by HQ USAF in 1966 and is the second beret to be authorized for universal wear, after the US Army Special Forces Beret. The beret symbolizes the blood sacrificed by fellow Pararescuemen and their devotion to duty by aiding others in distress.
Brian Silva is a former PJ Team Leader and Indoc Instructor. He enlisted in the USAF to be a PJ in 2005 because he wanted more out of his life and felt like he was called to give more. He decided to join Pararescue because he loved the mission, no matter what... you are going to save lives.
In this episode Brian shares what it takes to be a PJ and what he's seen from students arriving at Indoc unprepared.
Robert is a retired US Army Armor and Recruiter/Retention MSG turned Fortune 50 executive.
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Tuesday Jan 15, 2019
Tuesday Jan 15, 2019
War is hell and those who've seen combat can attest to it. In every situation, a person must make the right decision.
In this episode, a former CAG/Delta Force operator, Army Ranger Sniper, Air Force Special Operations Pararescueman (PJ), Cavalryman, and British Sapper share stories and talk about ethics in combat.
Robert is a retired US Army Armor and Recruiter/Retention MSG turned Fortune 50 executive; Tom Satterly is a former CAG/Delta Force CSM; Paul Martinez is a retired US Army Ranger and sniper NCO; Scott Johnson is a former British Army Sapper and EOD Tech; Matt Schollard is a former Air Force Pararescueman (PJ).
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Wednesday Jan 09, 2019
Wednesday Jan 09, 2019
In this episode, Robert is joined by long time friend, Don Fox. Don is a former U.S. Army E-7/SFC Ranger Instructor who decided to become an officer. He takes us down a journey through his career as an enlisted and as an officer in 4th Ranger Training Brigade and his other units while sharing lessons and stories along the way.
Don began his U.S. Army career as an enlisted Infantryman. He is a Panama, an OIF, and OEF combat veteran. After attending Airborne School and Ranger School as enlisted, he served as a Ranger Instructor (RI) and a tour with the 82nd ABN before attending OCS. His tours as an officer included 4th RTB, Infantry Basic, 3rd ID, and the Pentagon. Don retired with nearly 30 years of service.
Robert is a retired US Army Armor and Recruiter/Retention MSG turned Fortune 50 executive.
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Wednesday Jan 02, 2019
Wednesday Jan 02, 2019
Glen "Bub" Doherty was one of the four Americans killed in a terror attack in Benghazi, Libya on September 12, 2012. BUB was an adventure seeker, a river guide, skier, Ironman competitor, fitness fanatic, chef, gardener, handyman, and epic storyteller. BUB was a national hero...a Navy SEAL who saved lives, and was always the life of the party and a best friend to all who knew him.
In this episode his best friend, Sean Lake, joined the crew to talk about he and BUBs childhood dreams growing up as snowboarders, to how BUB became a SEAL, served on a SEAL team, was tragically killed in Benghazi, and how Sean was supposed to use the money left to him by BUBS to throw a big party, but how his friends legacy lives on through The Glen Doherty Foundation and BUBS Naturals.
Learn more about The Glen Doherty Foundation at http://www.glendohertyfoundation.org and about BUBS Naturals at https://www.bubsnaturals.com.
Robert is a retired US Army Armor and Recruiter/Retention MSG turned Fortune 50 executive; Erich Martin is an active duty Special Forces NCO; Scott Johnson is a former British Army Sapper and EOD NCO.
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