https://americanwarriorradio.comenHistoryTalk Media Network, LLChttps://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/1ab6ec8facf71063b27f2ba0dd167f26.jpghttps://americanwarriorradio.comSun, 23 Aug 2026 20:02:43 +0000Ben Buehler-GarciaTalk Media Network, LLC & Ben Buehler-Garciainfo@talkmedianetwork.comTelling the stories of our men & women in the military and those who support them.false5e4189a2-1506-5ffc-9c78-ddde75902f35episodichttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-generosity-of-scars-scott-mann--74597543https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74597543Sun, 23 Aug 2026 20:02:05 +0000Ben Buehler-Garcia"What if your ugliest scar could become your most beautiful gift?" Retired Green Beret Scott Mann now works helping Veterans and others tell their stories.2392cathartic,ptsd,veteransfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/tragedy-assistance-program-for-survivors-bonnie-carroll--73717737https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73717737Sun, 09 Aug 2026 19:00:03 +0000Ben Buehler-GarciaAir National Guard Veteran Bonnie Carroll lost his husband, Brig. General Tom Carroll, in a aircraft crash. It was then she learned how inadequate the government's Survivor assistance programs were on their own. Turning her tragedy into something...2391grief,military,survivors,taps,tragedyfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/sacrifice-grief-resilience-mark-murphy--73341543
Mark's family would become two time members of the club no one wants to join - Gold Star Families.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73341543Sun, 02 Aug 2026 19:00:02 +0000Ben Buehler-GarciaWhen his 13 year old son told him there were some man "In fancy suits with ribbons on their chests", Mark Murphy came up from the basement to see an Army Next of Kin notification team. Several years later he would lose that 13 year old, a Navy Veteran...
Mark's family would become two time members of the club no one wants to join - Gold Star Families.]]>2390grief,military,resilience,veteranfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/empire-of-ashes-james-m-scott--73184722https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73184722Sun, 26 Jul 2026 23:22:56 +0000Ben Buehler-GarciaMultiple New York Times bestselling author and noted Pacific War historian James M. Scott joins us to discuss his last book in a trilogy about the war in the Pacific.2390hirohito,japan,pacific,truman,wwiifalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/jay-wiley-law-enforcement-talk-radio--73059373https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73059373Sun, 19 Jul 2026 22:00:03 +0000Ben Buehler-GarciaJay Wiley is a medically retired Baltimore Police Sergeant. His broadcast introduces listeners to the reality behind the badge and stories of inspiration, resilience and recovery from trauma.2391cops,lawenforcement,radio,traumafalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/havok-journal-update-charles-faint--72940739https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72940739Sun, 12 Jul 2026 18:58:48 +0000Ben Buehler-GarciaHavok Journal owner Charles Faint checks in to discuss some of their recently published articles.2392falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/dr-arielle-jordan--72831345https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72831345Sun, 05 Jul 2026 20:47:47 +0000Ben Buehler-GarciaDr. Arielle Jordan is an Army Veteran and licensed clinical professional counselor. She entered the mental health field because of trauma in her own life. One of her specialties is working with military and first responders.2391mentalhealth,ptsd,traumafalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/redeployable-founder-ben-read--72730363https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72730363Sun, 28 Jun 2026 19:00:05 +0000Ben Buehler-GarciaBen Read believes that current job search tools are broken and specifically make it difficult for Veterans to find fufilling, long term employment in the private sector. He develop "Redeployable" to specificaly address the issue.2391employment,entrepreneur,redeployable,veteranfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/john-mollison-old-guys-and-their-airplanes--72621284We also discuss cautions about the impact of AI upon historical accounts.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72621284Sun, 21 Jun 2026 19:00:02 +0000Ben Buehler-GarciaJohn Mollison is a very talented artist who draws combat airplaines. But the drawings are just an excuse to tell that pilot's story. John makes an encore appearance to talk about a recent trip back to Vietnam with several Veterans. We also discuss...We also discuss cautions about the impact of AI upon historical accounts.]]>2391airplanes,art,history,veterafalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/veteran-entreprenuer-john-paul-dejoria--72524211https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72524211Sun, 14 Jun 2026 19:00:03 +0000Ben Buehler-GarciaNavy Veteran John Paul DeJoria was homeless and living out of his car. He took out a $700 loan ot start his own company. He is now a multi-billionaire.2391billionaire,entrepreneur,navy,veteranfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-dangerous-shore-sara-vladic--72405389https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72405389Sun, 07 Jun 2026 19:00:02 +0000Ben Buehler-GarciaSara Vladic has written an excellent book about the variety of characters who protected the homefront in World War II. From the Mafia to thousands of volunteer Civil Air Patrol pilots. Even a Boy Scout who helped to capture two German spies.2391enigma,mafia,spies,wwiifalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/leadership-accountability-ayman-kafel--72264685https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72264685Sun, 31 May 2026 19:00:02 +0000Ben Buehler-GarciaArmy Veteran Ayman Kafel is now a police sergeant. He has written numerous insightful articles on leadership in police organizations.2391accountability,leadership[,police,stressfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/nyfd-9-11-survivor-clarence-singleton--72142288https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72142288Sun, 24 May 2026 19:00:02 +0000Ben Buehler-GarciaNew York firefighter Clarence Singleton responded to the first World Trade Center attack in 1993. Even though he had retired, on Sept. 11 he immediately rushed to volunteer at the scene. He was nearly crushed in the collapse of the second tower.23919/11,hero,nyfd,wtcfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/elder-fraud-retired-irs-special-agent-brian-watson--72046362https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72046362Sun, 17 May 2026 20:36:11 +0000Ben Buehler-GarciaRetired IRS Criminal Investigation Special Agent Brian Watson shares some of the most common scams perpetuated upon our elderly populations.2393elderly,irs,scamsfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/veteran-entrepreneur-emma-przybyslawaki--71948106https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71948106Sun, 10 May 2026 17:15:51 +0000Ben Buehler-GarciaAir Force Intelligence Specialis Emma Przybyslawaki spent much of her career attached to various Special Operations units. She was credited with 1,634 kills. As Co-Founder and CEO of Strike Solutions she is now working to make our forces even more lethal.2390airforce,entrepreneur,specops,veteranfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/vietnam-pow-ed-mechenbier--71842250https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71842250Sun, 03 May 2026 18:27:35 +0000Ben Buehler-GarciaEd Mechenbier had already flown 79 of the 100 required missions over North Vietnam before he could return home. He didn't have to fly that day but volunteered and was shot down on his 80th mission. He would spend nearly 6 years as a POW.2390hero,pow,vietnamfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/combat-hero-bike-build--71658465https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71658465Sun, 26 Apr 2026 19:57:54 +0000Ben Buehler-GarciaSince it's founding, Combat Hero Bike Build has awarded 43 custom adapted motorcycles to severely injured Veterans and First Responders. President Ken Dugas and motorcycle recipient Bobby Henline join us.2391hero,motorcycle,non-profit,veteranfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/sheepdog-steven-grayhm--71276349
Writer, Director and Lead Actor Steven Grayhm joins us.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71276349Sun, 12 Apr 2026 17:58:58 +0000Ben Buehler-Garcia"Sheepdog" is a gritty film about Traumatic Brain Injury, Veteran suicide, Post Traumatic Stress and Post Traumatic Growth. Writer, Director and Lead Actor Steven Grayhm joins us.
Writer, Director and Lead Actor Steven Grayhm joins us.]]>2388growth,healing,ptsd,suicide,tbi,veteranfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/havok-journal-update--71122235https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71122235Sun, 05 Apr 2026 22:29:57 +0000Ben Buehler-GarciaHavok Journal owner Scott Faith gives us an update on subjects impacting our military and Veterans.2392havok,military,veteransfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/navy-veteran-bob-wells--70981809https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70981809Sun, 29 Mar 2026 21:20:46 +0000Ben Buehler-GarciaBob Wells had a distinguished 30-year Navy career including serving as a White House and National Security Council advisor in the Bush 43 and Clinton administrations. We discuss the current global threats.2391geopolitics,global,navyfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/combat-search-and-rescue-pilot-john-mangan--70813430He wroted "The Three Rings Mindset" to help others apply techniques used by high performers to deal with the stressors or modern day life.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70813430Sun, 22 Mar 2026 16:04:05 +0000Ben Buehler-GarciaAir Force Combat Search and Rescue pilot John Mangan flew more than 200 missions in Afghanistan. He was twice awarded the Distinguished Flying Cross with Valor. He wroted "The Three Rings Mindset" to help others apply techniques used by high...He wroted "The Three Rings Mindset" to help others apply techniques used by high performers to deal with the stressors or modern day life.]]>2390airforce,combat,danger,selfimprovmentfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/us-space-force--70648644https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70648644Sun, 15 Mar 2026 19:22:09 +0000Ben Buehler-GarciaCol. Brandon P. Alford, Commander - US Space Forces Southern joins us to share more about our nation's newest military branch and its mission.2390airforce,military,space,spaceforcefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/country-music-artist-patriot-darryl-worely--70536389https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70536389Sun, 08 Mar 2026 12:48:41 +0000Ben Buehler-GarciaA 2002 USO trip would inspire Darryl Worely to compose and perform the song "Have You Forgotten", a song about the 9/11 attacks. The song spent seven weeks at #1 on the Billboard country charts. Darryl joins us to describe his latest project.1253country,music,veteran,worelyfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-diveheart-foundation--70536375https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70536375Sun, 08 Mar 2026 12:35:30 +0000Ben Buehler-GarciaDiveheart Founder Jim Elliott and Exec. Director Tinamarie Hernandez join us to describe how they are helping Veterans using the equalizing power of scuba diving.1143scuba,veteranfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-unlikely-war-hero-marc-leepson--70375826https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70375826Sun, 01 Mar 2026 17:17:53 +0000Ben Buehler-GarciaDoug Hegdahl likely had the most unusual capture of any Vietnam POW. But the South Dakota farm boy would become one of the war's most unlikely heroes. Marc Leepson joins us to tell his story.2390hero,pow,vietnamfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/vietnam-silver-star-dfc-bob-breault--70211964https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70211964Sun, 22 Feb 2026 13:26:31 +0000Ben Buehler-GarciaBob Breault was one of the first Air Force pilots to be assigned to fly the very dangerous "Wild Weasel" mission in Vietnam. Afer leaving the service, he would go on to become a global leader in the optics industry.2392dfc,hero,optics,vietnamfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/warrior-poet-ryan-mcdermott--70073822https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70073822Sun, 15 Feb 2026 23:53:38 +0000Ben Buehler-GarciaRyan McDermott is a West Point graduate and earned the Ranger tab. He led an infrantry platoon during Operation Iraqi Freedom. Ryan shares his motivation behind wrting " Downriver: Memoir of a Warrior Poet"2393army,poet,recovery,resiliencefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/base-camp-for-veterans--69888899https://api.spreaker.com/episode/69888899Sun, 08 Feb 2026 17:08:00 +0000Ben Buehler-GarciaBase Camp for Veterans used equine theragpy to help heal Veteran families. Founders Deborah Plum and Theo Windish join us.2392equine,healing,ptsd,veteransfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/black-hawk-down-pilot-michael-durant--69725302https://api.spreaker.com/episode/69725302Sun, 01 Feb 2026 20:15:19 +0000Ben Buehler-GarciaMichael Durant flew with the elite 160th SOAR "Night Stalkers". His helicopter would be the second shot down during the Battle of Mogadishu and he spent 11 days in Somali captivity.2391blackhawkdown,nightstalkers,somaliafalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/navy-chaplain-larry-cripps--69583109https://api.spreaker.com/episode/69583109Sun, 25 Jan 2026 19:19:40 +0000Ben Buehler-GarciaThe 9/11 attacks forced Navy Chaplain Larry Cripps to finally confront the trauma he had suppressed from his time in combat in Vietnam.2392chaplain,navy,ptsd,vietnamfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/stand-of-the-thunderbirds-michael-reyka--69497156https://api.spreaker.com/episode/69497156Sun, 18 Jan 2026 15:45:49 +0000Ben Buehler-GarciaMichael Reyka undertook an 8 year project that culminated in physically retracing his father Steve's journey as he fought his way north through France as part of the 180th Infantry Regiment.2390army,thunderbirds,worldwariifalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/pacific-atrocities-jennifer-chan--69392150
We discuss the notorious Unit 731 and the lives of "Comfort Women". ]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/69392150Sun, 11 Jan 2026 17:45:10 +0000Ben Buehler-GarciaJennifer Chan is the founder of the Pacific Atrocities organization. She has written several books about atrocities committed in the Pacific-Asia theatre during World War II. We discuss the notorious Unit 731 and the lives of "Comfort Women". 
We discuss the notorious Unit 731 and the lives of "Comfort Women". ]]>2392comfortwomen,japan,wwiifalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/havok-journal-update--69299316https://api.spreaker.com/episode/69299316Sun, 04 Jan 2026 19:38:02 +0000Ben Buehler-GarciaOur last discussion of the year with Havok Journal owner Charles Faint focuses on leadership.2390havok,leadershipfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/military-holiday-separations-kelvin-hatcher--69240240https://api.spreaker.com/episode/69240240Sun, 28 Dec 2025 13:45:00 +0000Ben Buehler-GarciaCommand Chief Master Sergeant Kelvin Hatcher discusses the challenges military families face being separated during the holidays.2391deployment,families,militaryfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/mcnamara-at-war-william-taubman--69047327https://api.spreaker.com/episode/69047327Mon, 15 Dec 2025 00:38:20 +0000Ben Buehler-GarciaBrothers William and Phillip Taubman have written an insightful book that sheds new light on Robert Mcnamara, one of the most controversial figures during the Vietnam War. Co-Author of "MacNamara at War" William Taubman joins us for a discussion.2391mcnamara,vietnamfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/vietnam-corpsman-jesse-brewer--68938302https://api.spreaker.com/episode/68938302Mon, 08 Dec 2025 03:49:45 +0000Ben Buehler-GarciaNavy Corpsman Jesse Brewer would be awarded the Silver Star for his actions at Hill 689 in Vietnam.2394corpsman,navy,vietnamfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/chief-michael-becker--68812249https://api.spreaker.com/episode/68812249Mon, 01 Dec 2025 00:49:06 +0000Ben Buehler-GarciaMichael Becker served in our Air Force for 26 years and nine months. He entered the Air Force as an Explosive Ordinance Disposal Technician and would eventually be the top ranking enlisted officer for one of our nation's largest Air Force bases.2388airforce,eod,leadershipfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/letters-from-the-front-ian-gindes-patrick-zimmerli--68724335https://api.spreaker.com/episode/68724335Sun, 23 Nov 2025 16:09:00 +0000Ben Buehler-GarciaIan and Patrick are leading a unique project that will put to music the words of 12 letters sent home from troops. The letters span a period from the Revolutionary War to the Gulf War.2389composer,letters,music,warfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-importance-of-the-guard-and-reserve--68602588https://api.spreaker.com/episode/68602588Sun, 09 Nov 2025 13:55:00 +0000Ben Buehler-GarciaWe discuss the critical role played by the National Guard and Reserves with retired Arizona Air National Guard Commander Major General Ted Maxwell.2393guard,military,reservesfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-heroism-of-robert-lodge-leonard-lucky-eckman--68289382
After his aircraft was disabled in an aerial dogfight, Lodge told his weapons officer to eject. Knowing his own capture on potential revelation of the top secret knowledge he kept could endanger others, Lodge went down with his plane.

His friend and fellow Vietnam combat pilot Leonard "Lucky" Eckman is working to have Lodge awared the Medal of Honor.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/68289382Sun, 26 Oct 2025 23:11:34 +0000Ben Buehler-GarciaDuring the Vietnam War, Major Robert Lodge was the foremost expert on "Combat Tree". The top secret program gave our fighters and advantage over the North Vietnamese MIGs.  After his aircraft was disabled in an aerial dogfight, Lodge told his weapons...
After his aircraft was disabled in an aerial dogfight, Lodge told his weapons officer to eject. Knowing his own capture on potential revelation of the top secret knowledge he kept could endanger others, Lodge went down with his plane.

His friend and fellow Vietnam combat pilot Leonard "Lucky" Eckman is working to have Lodge awared the Medal of Honor.]]>2391hero,sacrifice,vietnamfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/preventing-military-suicide-lt-col-angela-stephens--68207196https://api.spreaker.com/episode/68207196Sun, 19 Oct 2025 23:05:32 +0000Ben Buehler-GarciaDuring post partum depression, Lt. Col. Angelina Stephens began experiencing suicidal ideations. Despite potential risks to her career, she went very public with her story in order to help others.2391mentalhealth,military,suicide,veteranfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/havok-journal-update-charles-faint--68110804https://api.spreaker.com/episode/68110804Sun, 12 Oct 2025 20:39:32 +0000Ben Buehler-GarciaCharles Faint joins us for another interesting discussion of topics featured on the Havok Journal.2393havok,military,veteransfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-heroism-and-resiliency-of-9-11--68025102https://api.spreaker.com/episode/68025102Mon, 06 Oct 2025 01:22:01 +0000Ben Buehler-GarciaProducer Chris Meek and Director Michael Gier join us to discuss a new 9/11 documentary set to release on the 25th Anniversary of the attacks.2392911,gier,meek,resiliencyfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/special-operations-warrior-foundation-clayton-hutmacher--67931170
He now leads the Special Operations Warrior Foundation which provides support for Spec. Ops families who have a loved one killed or severely injured.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/67931170Sun, 28 Sep 2025 16:26:10 +0000Ben Buehler-GarciaMajor General (US Army Retired) Clayton Hutmacher served in the Army for forty years - much of it in the Special Operations Community. He now leads the Special Operations Warrior Foundation which provides support for Spec. Ops families who have a...
He now leads the Special Operations Warrior Foundation which provides support for Spec. Ops families who have a loved one killed or severely injured.]]>2390army,specops,warriorfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/surviving-vietnam-diana-nickell--67845074https://api.spreaker.com/episode/67845074Mon, 22 Sep 2025 00:58:49 +0000Ben Buehler-GarciaAfter 14 months in the jungles of Vietnam, Dennis Nickel had a difficult time adjusting; drugs, alchohol and violent outburst plagued his life before PTSD was officially recognized. He and his wife Diana had their bumps and bruises for 40 years before...2394ptsd,redemption,vietnamfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/leadership-lessons-james-lyda--67769051
After retirement he founded Guidon Leadership - a full service firm that helps companies develop better leaders, managers and people.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/67769051Sun, 14 Sep 2025 17:45:00 +0000Ben Buehler-GarciaJames R. Lyda served in our Air Force for 30 years and was a Wing Command Chief twice. During his last assignment before retirement he was responsible for 55,000 personnel. After retirement he founded Guidon Leadership - a full service firm that...
After retirement he founded Guidon Leadership - a full service firm that helps companies develop better leaders, managers and people.]]>2391airforce,improvement,leadershipfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/taking-chance-lt-col-michael-strobl--67668833https://api.spreaker.com/episode/67668833Mon, 08 Sep 2025 00:25:36 +0000Ben Buehler-GarciaThe HBO Film "Taking Chance" chronicles Lt. Col. Michael Strobl's experiences while escorting the remains of Private Chance Phelps to his hometown. It was once of HBO's most watched original films and received numerous awards. Mike Strobl joins us to...2390hbo,marines,takingchancefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/horse-soldier-bourbon-scott-neil--67575576https://api.spreaker.com/episode/67575576Sun, 31 Aug 2025 23:08:39 +0000Ben Buehler-GarciaScott Neil was a member of one of the special Green Beret units inserted behind enemy lines in Afghanistan shortly after the 9/11 attacks. He and a couple of friends created "Horse Soldier" bourbon to honor the legacy of the men who rode into battle...2391afghanistan,bourbon,entrepreneur,greenberet,horsesoldierfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/atomic-echoes-victoria-kelly-karin-tanabe--67505878https://api.spreaker.com/episode/67505878Sun, 24 Aug 2025 13:27:00 +0000Ben Buehler-GarciaThe after effects of the atomic bombing of Hiroshima and Nagasaki are the subject of an interesting documentary co-produced by Kelly and Tanabe. Their predecessors fought on opposite sides during WWII. "Atomic Echoes" features interviews with Japanese...2393atomic,hiroshima,nagasaki,wwiifalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/veteran-entrepreneur-quang-pham--67410750https://api.spreaker.com/episode/67410750Mon, 18 Aug 2025 01:35:43 +0000Ben Buehler-GarciaQuang Pham and most of his family escaped Vietnam just before the fall of Saigon. He would go on to be the first American of Vietnamese descent to become a Marine Corps Aviator and the first to take and IPO public on NASDAQ.2391entrepreneur,inspirational,marines,vietnamesefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/sgt-major-of-the-marine-corps-carlos-ruiz--67322547https://api.spreaker.com/episode/67322547Sun, 10 Aug 2025 18:39:40 +0000Ben Buehler-GarciaCarlos Ruiz is the 20th person to hold the title of Sergeant Major of the Marine Corps. We talk leadership, motivation and what makes Marines different.2390leadership,marine,usmcfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/defense-futurist-peter-singer--67248556https://api.spreaker.com/episode/67248556Sun, 03 Aug 2025 17:45:00 +0000Ben Buehler-GarciaPeter Singer is nationally recognized as on of the premier futurists in the national-security environment. We discuss was future wars may look like.2392combat,future,technology,warfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/transforming-how-we-recruit-and-train-law-enforcement-ayman-kafel--67153572https://api.spreaker.com/episode/67153572Sun, 27 Jul 2025 15:13:00 +0000Ben Buehler-GarciaAyman Kafel has more than 20 years serving in the military and law enforcement. After founding Project Sapient, he has been researching the various sciences that can better help law enforcement officers deal with the stress and trauma of their profession.2391police,stress,training,traumafalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-her-campaign-britney-higgs-stacy-zinn--67056194https://api.spreaker.com/episode/67056194Sun, 20 Jul 2025 14:11:00 +0000Ben Buehler-GarciaHER Campaign Co-Founder Britney Higgs and retired DEA agent Stacy Zinn talk about the scourge of human trafficking in the US and what the HER campaign does to help victims safely transition.2390cartels,rescue,traffickingfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/fuji-fire-chas-henry--66975500https://api.spreaker.com/episode/66975500Sun, 13 Jul 2025 15:41:00 +0000Ben Buehler-GarciaIt has been considered by many to be our US Marine Corps greatest peacetime loss of life. But many have never heard of it.  Chas Henry joins us to describe the Fuji Fire that took place on Oct. 19, 1979.2389fire,fuji,marinesfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-devil-s-playground-andrew-bragg--66822736https://api.spreaker.com/episode/66822736Sun, 29 Jun 2025 15:44:00 +0000Ben Buehler-GarciaParatrooper Andrew Bragg wrote "The Devil's Playground" as a tribute to his comrades from Charlie Company’s 2nd Platoon and their 2009-2010 deployment to the Arghandab River valley in Afghanistan. His platoon would suffer 50% casualties and 6 KIA...2389aghanistan,arghandab,army,bragg,paratroopersfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/havok-journal-update-charles-faint--66702372https://api.spreaker.com/episode/66702372Mon, 23 Jun 2025 01:54:11 +0000Ben Buehler-GarciaHavok Journal owner and 27 year Army Intelligence Veteran Charles Faint discusses some of the topics recently featured on their website. We do some deep dives into the threats/weakenesses of China and also how the wars in Ukraine and Gaza are causing...2389china,warfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/athletes-who-served-our-nation-bill-brown--66590521https://api.spreaker.com/episode/66590521Sun, 15 Jun 2025 12:53:00 +0000Ben Buehler-GarciaMajor League broadcaster and Vietnam Veteran Bill Brown has written an excellent book called “Wartime Athletes; Stories of Sports Stars Who Joined the US Team.”  He shares some compelling and inspiring stories.2393athletes,baseball,militaryfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/grit-to-glory-green-beret-darrell-utt--66473381https://api.spreaker.com/episode/66473381Sun, 08 Jun 2025 15:26:00 +0000Ben Buehler-Garcia"Grit To Glory" recounts Green Beret Darrell Utt's journey from the back woods of West Virginia to his leadership role with ODA 043 in Baghdad during some of the most intense fighting.2389greenberet,iraq,leadershipfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/farmers-and-veterans--66360334
The Land At Home Project has a mission to train Veterans to get involved in sustainable agriculture.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/66360334Sun, 01 Jun 2025 22:45:26 +0000Ben Buehler-GarciaOn this episode we talk with two organizations in the farming battlespace. Farm 2 Veteran uses a network of farms in 9 states to provide healthy, quality food to Veterans experiencing food instability. The Land At Home Project has a mission to train...
The Land At Home Project has a mission to train Veterans to get involved in sustainable agriculture.]]>2391farmer,training,veteransfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/marine-corps-veteran-stand-up-comic-erik-knowles--66274974https://api.spreaker.com/episode/66274974Sun, 25 May 2025 23:19:17 +0000Ben Buehler-GarciaErik Knowles quickly discovered that the Marine Corps is no place for a jokester. He now uses comedy as a way to help other Veterans deal with their trauma.2389comedy,marines,traumafalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/havok-journal-writer-dave-chamberlain--66143553https://api.spreaker.com/episode/66143553Sun, 18 May 2025 23:33:03 +0000Ben Buehler-GarciaDave Chamberlain served a combined 38 years in the US Air Force and Air National Guard. We discuss some interesting insgights from some of his Havok Journal articles, including why he feels the current command structure in our military is outmoded.2388falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/forward-air-controllers-and-close-air-support-ethan-brown--66045071
He shares how this role and technology have changed the way we do battle.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/66045071Sun, 11 May 2025 21:46:37 +0000Ben Buehler-GarciaEthan Brown served as an Air Force Tactical Air Control Party specialists for 11 years and was deployed six times to various combat zones. He shares how this role and technology have changed the way we do battle.
He shares how this role and technology have changed the way we do battle.]]>2392airforce,combat,ftac,tac-p,technologyfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/new-york-homicide-robert-k-boyce--65922196https://api.spreaker.com/episode/65922196Sun, 04 May 2025 14:17:00 +0000Ben Buehler-GarciaRobert Boyd served with the New York Police Department for 35 years - his last four as Chief of Detectives.  He now hosts "New York Homicide" which airs Saturday evenings on the Oxygen Channel True Crime Network.2393detective,homicide,nypdfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-houdini-club-mir-bahmanyar--65797684
Mir served with the 2nd Battalion, 75th Ranger Regiment. Mir has written numerous books on military history and co-wrote and produced the award-winning independent motion picture "Soldier of God".]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/65797684Sun, 27 Apr 2025 21:15:00 +0000Ben Buehler-Garcia"The Houdini Club" describes the formation of the 1st, 3rd & 4th Ranger battalions during WWII and follows their combat through North Africa, Sicily and eventually Italy, where two of the three battalions were wiped out by the Germans. Mir served...
Mir served with the 2nd Battalion, 75th Ranger Regiment. Mir has written numerous books on military history and co-wrote and produced the award-winning independent motion picture "Soldier of God".]]>2393history,military,rangers,wwiifalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/gary-sinise-actor-musician-humanitarian--65667587
We also discuss Gary's son Mac who lost his battle against a rare form of cancer in 2024. Mac was a very talented composer and musician and he left his music behind as a legacy for all of us to enjoy. All proceeds from sales of the "Resurrection and Revival" albums benefit the Gary Sinise Foundation's programs.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/65667587Sun, 20 Apr 2025 17:26:00 +0000Ben Buehler-GarciaActor, musician and humanitarian Gary Sinise returns to American Warrior Radio to provide updates on his Foundation's programming in support of military and first responder families. We also discuss Gary's son Mac who lost his battle against a rare...
We also discuss Gary's son Mac who lost his battle against a rare form of cancer in 2024. Mac was a very talented composer and musician and he left his music behind as a legacy for all of us to enjoy. All proceeds from sales of the "Resurrection and Revival" albums benefit the Gary Sinise Foundation's programs.]]>2390falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-original-jeeps-paul-bruno--65642625https://api.spreaker.com/episode/65642625Sun, 13 Apr 2025 16:28:00 +0000Ben Buehler-GarciaThe story of how the venerable Jeep came to be is an intriguing one full of twists and turns. The company that actually produced the first Jeep was NOT who many people would think. Paul Bruno is the foremost expert on the development of the Jeep.2393jeepfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-modern-war-institute-charles-faint--65412240https://api.spreaker.com/episode/65412240Sun, 06 Apr 2025 23:05:00 +0000Ben Buehler-GarciaThe Modern War Institute is a program at West Point that provides an astounding amont of research via publications, podcasts and special events.2391falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/team-alpha-cia-officer-david-tyson--65335873https://api.spreaker.com/episode/65335873Sun, 30 Mar 2025 13:54:00 +0000Ben Buehler-GarciaCIA linguist David Tyson was a member of "Team Alpha", one of the first group of Americans inserted into Afghanistan following the 9/11 attacks. He would be embroiled in the uprising at Qala-i-Jangi prison during which CIA paramilitary officer Mike...2390falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/vietnam-war-50th-anniversary--65199536https://api.spreaker.com/episode/65199536Mon, 24 Mar 2025 00:11:00 +0000Ben Buehler-GarciaCommander Brian Wierzbiki, Chief of Public Engagment for the United States of America Vietnam War Commemoration joins us to discuss how they are supporting events all across the US in recognition of the 50th Anniversary of the end of the Vietnam War.2391falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/brothers-after-war-jake-radenmacher--65039531https://api.spreaker.com/episode/65039531Mon, 17 Mar 2025 01:03:00 +0000Ben Buehler-Garcia"Brothers After War" is a documentary by Jake Radenmacher. In the film he checks back in with several of the service members he was embedded with for this "Brothers At War" award winning documentary. I highly recommend both Veterans and civilians...2395falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/tax-tips-for-veterans-military-hubert-johnson--64983595https://api.spreaker.com/episode/64983595Sun, 09 Mar 2025 23:24:00 +0000Ben Buehler-GarciaNavy Veteran and tax law attorney Hubert Johnson shares tips for military members and Veteran entreprenuers.2394falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/nick-padlo-sophros-recovery--64701569https://americanwarriorradio.com/?p=4864Sun, 02 Mar 2025 18:09:00 +0000Ben Buehler-GarciaNick Padlo was a sophomore at West Point when the 9/11 attacks occurred. He would go on to serve two tours of duty in both Afghanistan and Iraq. Armed with an MBA from Stanford University, Padlo made a good transition to the civilian sector, taking a...2395falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/van-of-valor-kevin-lauren-wallace--64595726https://americanwarriorradio.com/?p=4856Sun, 23 Feb 2025 15:52:00 +0000Ben Buehler-GarciaThe Van of Valor program is the brainchild of Kevin and Lauren Wallace. Their mission is to travel to all of the lower 48 states and record the stories of at least 100 Purple Heart recipients or Gold Star families. Kevin had served in the Air Force...2391falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/jeep-show-robert-b-o-connor--64549504https://americanwarriorradio.com/?p=4852Sun, 16 Feb 2025 17:51:00 +0000Ben Buehler-Garcia“Jeep Show; A Trouper at the Battle of the Bulge” is a fictional work by author Robert B. O’Connor that sheds light on a unique and little know effort during World War II. Military Occupational Specialist Code 442 was assigned to some names you may...2395falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/terry-ranger-johnson-stay-in-the-fight--64499923https://americanwarriorradio.com/?p=4849Sun, 09 Feb 2025 16:50:00 +0000Ben Buehler-GarciaTerry “Ranger” Johnson’s path toward fulfilling his dreams was a rocky one. His “comeback” story is one of resiliency, commitment to one’s goals and is full of messages that should inspire every one of us. Terry grew up off of a dirt road five miles...2392falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/this-troubled-ground-les-carroll--64438095https://americanwarriorradio.com/?p=4844Sun, 02 Feb 2025 15:42:00 +0000Ben Buehler-Garcia“This Troubled Ground” by  is part memoir/part fiction. Les served our nation for 28 years, beginning with four years in the active duty Air Force and the remainder in the National Guard. He retired at the rank of Lt. Colonel in 2013. Dover Air Force...2391falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/mike-croissant-bombing-hitler-s-hometown--64235903https://americanwarriorradio.com/?p=4837Sun, 26 Jan 2025 17:20:00 +0000Ben Buehler-GarciaMike Croissant, a retired CIA officer, set out on a mission to learn more about his uncle. His uncle was an a bomber crewman that survived World War II without of scratch but was then killed in a plane crash shortly after returning home. Drawing from...2394falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/indochina-hand-cia-officer-barry-broman--64112664https://americanwarriorradio.com/?p=4833Sun, 19 Jan 2025 23:36:00 +0000Ben Buehler-Garcia“Indochina Hand; Tales of a CIA Case Officer” by Barry Broman features a compilation stories about situations encountered during a 25 year career with the agency. He can attest to the fact that sometimes truth IS stranger than fiction. Barry was first...2391falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/dr-lanny-snodgrass-the-ageless-call-to-serve--64112668https://americanwarriorradio.com/?p=4830Sun, 12 Jan 2025 19:03:00 +0000Ben Buehler-GarciaDr. Lanny Snodgrass completed basic training at the age of 63, perhaps a new record. He has wanted to serve in the military much earlier in life but a football injury made him ineligible.  However, as a VA psychiatrist, he witnessed the trauma of...2391falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/53-days-on-starvation-island-john-bruning--64112654https://americanwarriorradio.com/?p=4822Mon, 06 Jan 2025 00:02:43 +0000Ben Buehler-GarciaStarvation Island is the name the Japanese gave the pacific Island of Guadalcanal. Second only to the Battle of Midway, the capture and retention of Guadalcanal was one of the most significant achievements leading to eventual victory in the Pacific....2393falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/havok-journal-update-charles-faint--64112597https://americanwarriorradio.com/?p=4827Sun, 29 Dec 2024 06:00:00 +0000Ben Buehler-GarciaHavok Journal owner Charles Faint joins us for the last update of 2024. Charles is a retired Army Intelligence Officer who teaches at West Point military academy. Charles shares his “second favorite” event at West Point; “Branch Night”. Branch Night...2391falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/understanding-the-war-mat-tardio--64112658https://americanwarriorradio.com/?p=4818Sun, 22 Dec 2024 17:17:00 +0000Ben Buehler-Garcia“Understanding the War” podcast is the latest venture for Special Forces Veteran Mat Tardio. This new podcast is in addition to his already successful “Speak the Truth” podcast. The mission of the “Understanding the War” podcast is to give combat...2395falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/coast-guard-dfc-recipient-john-whiddon--64112676https://americanwarriorradio.com/?p=4806Sun, 15 Dec 2024 21:22:00 +0000Ben Buehler-GarciaCoast Guard pilot John Whiddon has been awarded two Distinguished Flying Cross medals. But the enemy he faced was not the Viet Cong or Iraqi air defenses. It was 30 foot seas, 70 knot wind gusts and freezing waters off the coast of Alaska. John was...2395falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/delta-force-original-wade-ishimoto--64112665https://americanwarriorradio.com/?p=4803Sun, 08 Dec 2024 22:42:45 +0000Ben Buehler-GarciaDelta Force operator Wade Ishimoto was one of the founding members of the elite unit when it was first formed. The story of his progression from an American of Japanese ancestry born in Hawaii just prior to the attack on Pearl Harbor to the Delta...2391falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/river-rats-the-red-river-valley-association--64112670https://americanwarriorradio.com/?p=4793Sun, 24 Nov 2024 17:07:00 +0000Ben Buehler-GarciaRiver Rats was the nickname given to aircrews that flew missions over the Red River Valley that runs southeast from Hanoi to the Gulf of Tonkin.  At the time, it was the most heavily defended airspace in the history of aerial combat.  One of every 40...2395falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-commit-foundation-j-c-glick--64112686https://americanwarriorradio.com/?p=4791Sun, 17 Nov 2024 21:16:00 +0000Ben Buehler-GarciaTransitioning from military service to the civilian world can be a challenge for many of our Veterans. It is one of the most common themes I have heard in the decade of hosting American Warrior Radio. On this episode we talk with J.C. Glick, CEO of...2395falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/life-in-the-coast-guard-is-wierd-kc-aud--66120362https://api.spreaker.com/episode/66120362Sun, 10 Nov 2024 15:24:00 +0000Ben Buehler-GarciaWhen Coast Guard reservist KC Aud is not doing "water cop stuff" he writes for the Havok Journal. We explore insights from some of this articles.2395coastguard,military,stress,veteranfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/air-cavalry-in-vietnam-jack-list--64112615https://americanwarriorradio.com/?p=4779Thu, 24 Oct 2024 23:48:28 +0000Ben Buehler-GarciaAir Cavalry was a new tactic employed during the Vietnam War. Jack List participated in those early days of air assault, including seeing action in the Ia Drang Valley, made famous in the movie “We Were Soldiers”. Jack served 30 years, 11 months and...2395falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/darin-gaub-current-conflicts-future-wars--64112572https://americanwarriorradio.com/?p=4775Sun, 13 Oct 2024 16:00:00 +0000Ben Buehler-GarciaDarin Gaub enlisted in the Army as a private and, after a 28 year career retired at the rank of Lt. Colonel. He is often called upon by national media and publications to comment on military and geopolitical issues.  Gaub joins us to provide his...2395falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-gouge-vice-admiral-robert-harward--64112669https://americanwarriorradio.com/?p=4759Sun, 06 Oct 2024 14:00:00 +0000Ben Buehler-GarciaThe Gouge is a term derived from the second World War. Many of the World War II Navy crews were inexperienced. The Gouge developed as a culture where sailors shared important knowledge and proactively trained each other in their duties to prepare to...2390falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/freedom-coffee-co-thomas-sarnicola--64112684https://americanwarriorradio.com/?p=4704Sun, 29 Sep 2024 22:56:05 +0000Ben Buehler-GarciaFREEDOM COFFEE COMPANY Freedom Coffee Company was born out of tragedy. Hope Harrison’s husband Dustin was killed by terrorists while operating an Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance drone for the Department of Defense in Kenya. Hope and...2391falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/custom-jacks-andy-lynam-scottie-stephens--64112682https://americanwarriorradio.com/?p=4697Sun, 22 Sep 2024 22:57:26 +0000Ben Buehler-GarciaCustom Jacks was founded by Veterans Andy Lynam and Scottie Stephens. Andy served in the US Coast Guard for four years and Scottie served five years with the US Marine Corps. Custom Jacks produces stunning works of art that feature the American Flag...2391falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-mighty-moo-nathan-canestaro--64112605https://americanwarriorradio.com/?p=4674Sun, 15 Sep 2024 22:25:00 +0000Ben Buehler-GarciaThe “Mighty Moo” was the nickname given by the crew to the light aircraft carrier USS Cowpens. At the time carriers were named after battles. While the Battle of Cowpens is a rather obscure revolutionary war battle, a postcard from a local pharmacist...2395falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/tun-tavern-never-home--64112695https://americanwarriorradio.com/?p=4668Sun, 08 Sep 2024 22:33:15 +0000Ben Buehler-GarciaNever Home - Rich Sherman More than 521,000 Americans died fighting against tyranny and oppression during World War I and World War II.  About 207,000 of them never made it home – even in death.  Their remains rest in 23 cemeteries spread across 8...2391falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/uss-dwight-d-eisenhower-capt-christopher-hill--64112614https://americanwarriorradio.com/?p=4665Sun, 01 Sep 2024 22:03:17 +0000Ben Buehler-GarciaThe USS Dwight D. Eisenhower (CVN-69) just returned from a momentous nine month deployment in the Middle East during which they were engaged in one of the longest sustained sea combat periods for a US aircraft carrier since World War II. Their...2391falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/thank-you-for-your-service-beth-h-macy--64112611https://americanwarriorradio.com/?p=4660Sun, 25 Aug 2024 22:22:51 +0000Ben Buehler-Garcia“Thank you for your service.” Those five words were a point of redemption in Beth Macy’s life. Beth was teaching math but was looking for something more. Her father was an airline pilot so Beth explored the Air Force. Their quota was full, so she...2391falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/havok-journal-update-charles-faint--64112683https://americanwarriorradio.com/?p=4657Sun, 18 Aug 2024 16:00:00 +0000Ben Buehler-GarciaHavok Journal owner Charles Faint joins us for an update. Havok Journal is my “go-to” website for all discussion military and first responder. We do a deep dive into three poignant (and somewhat related) articles by former Army Ranger now law...2390falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-unvanquished-patrick-k-o-donnell--64112679https://americanwarriorradio.com/?p=4649Sun, 11 Aug 2024 16:00:00 +0000Ben Buehler-Garcia“The Unvanquished” is the latest offering from military historian and multiple bestselling author Patrick K. O’Donnell.  He is recognized as a leading expert on America’s elite and special operations units. All of his 13 books are based on this...2391falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/distinguished-flying-cross-bob-lifsey--64112626https://americanwarriorradio.com/?p=4642Sun, 04 Aug 2024 16:00:00 +0000Ben Buehler-GarciaThe Distinguished Flying Cross is our nation’s the fourth highest award for heroism and the highest award for extraordinary aerial achievement. The fact that Robert Lifsey was awarded four DFC medals is impressive.  Even more amazing is that the...2391falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/marsoc-origins-john-a-dailey--64112681https://americanwarriorradio.com/?p=4625Sun, 28 Jul 2024 10:00:11 +0000Ben Buehler-GarciaMARSOC is an abbreviation for Marine Forces Special Operations Command. While the Marines have fielded special operations forces before, (the “Raiders” conducted amphibious light infantry missions in World War II) there has always been some resistance...2391falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/militaryfares-com-president-scott-lara--64112697https://americanwarriorradio.com/?p=4615Mon, 22 Jul 2024 00:12:57 +0000Ben Buehler-GarciaMilitaryfares.com President Scott Lara was working at the Kmart camera department when his supervisor asked him what he wanted to do with his life. Scott replied that he had no idea. His supervisor said “Well, join the Navy and see the world!” Scott...2391falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/299th-combat-engineer-battalion-jean-tucker--64112613https://americanwarriorradio.com/?p=4609Sun, 07 Jul 2024 22:23:17 +0000Ben Buehler-GarciaThe 299th Combat Engineer Battalion was the only combat engineer unit to land on both Omaha and Utah beaches during the D-Day invasion. Some of the engineers landed before any other allied soldiers set foot on the beaches earning them the nickname...2391falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/in-strange-company-col-ronald-tiso-jr--64112700https://americanwarriorradio.com/?p=4606Mon, 01 Jul 2024 01:23:00 +0000Ben Buehler-Garcia“In Strange Company” author Ronald Tiso, Jr. highlights the role played by allied partners in Iraq. Iraq is often thought of as “America’s longest war”, but troops from dozens of other countries made up the coalition forces. Colonel Tiso served as a...2391falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/rough-men-sgt-major-charles-ritter--64112696https://americanwarriorradio.com/?p=4592Sun, 23 Jun 2024 21:44:29 +0000Ben Buehler-Garcia“Rough men” is a phrase used to describe the brave warriors who volunteer to stand the watch and do what is necessary to protect our nation, freedoms and families. It is drawn from the quote “People sleep peacefully in their beds at night only because...2391falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/raising-resilient-children-jeff-nelligan--64112706https://americanwarriorradio.com/?p=4581Sun, 16 Jun 2024 18:50:31 +0000Ben Buehler-GarciaJeff Nelligan is an Army Veteran that is recognized as one of the foremost commentators in the world of American Parenting. His book “Four Lessons from My Three Sons; How You Can Raise Resilient Kids” spent four months on the Amazon Parenting Best...2392falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/code-name-nemo-charles-lachman--64112708https://americanwarriorradio.com/?p=4571Sun, 09 Jun 2024 19:05:43 +0000Ben Buehler-GarciaCode Name Nemo was the name eventually given to one of the most daring and audacious missions of World War II – the effort to capture a German submarine intact. Charles Lachman joins us to share this fascinating and still little known story. The...2391falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/alex-kershaw-best-selling-world-war-ii-author--64112688https://americanwarriorradio.com/?p=4566Sun, 02 Jun 2024 19:15:17 +0000Ben Buehler-GarciaAlex Kershaw is one of the foremost authors writing on World War II subject matter, having written multiple best sellers.  He was born in York, England and taught history before becoming a journalist. He has written for various publications including...2391falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/belleau-wood-pilgrimage-jason-angell--64112690https://americanwarriorradio.com/?p=4561Sun, 26 May 2024 20:00:06 +0000Ben Buehler-GarciaBelleau Wood is the site of one of the most storied battles in US Marine Corps lore. Marine Veteran Jason Angell gathered up his family and made a “pilgrimage” to this famous World War I battlefield. His experience is recounted in the Havok Journal...2391falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/hazard-ground-mark-zinno--64112703https://americanwarriorradio.com/?p=4554Sun, 19 May 2024 19:12:32 +0000Ben Buehler-GarciaThe Hazard Ground podcast was created by Mark Zinno to allow members of our military to share their stories of combat & survival and deliver inspirational stories about resilience. Mark was studying communications at Loyola University and joined...2392falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/fueled-by-the-fallen-kevyn-major-howard--64112524https://americanwarriorradio.com/?p=4550Sun, 12 May 2024 18:59:24 +0000Ben Buehler-GarciaFueled by the Fallen founder Kevyn Major Howard never served in the military. He has 31 film and television acting credits and is perhaps most recognized for his role as combat photographer “Rafterman” in the iconic Stanley Kubrick Vietnam war film...2392falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/chamber-divers-rachel-lance--64112691https://americanwarriorradio.com/?p=4543Sun, 05 May 2024 19:19:19 +0000Ben Buehler-Garcia“Chamber Divers”, a new book by Rachel Lance, uses recently declassified documents to recount the story of a somewhat ragtag group of scientist who forever changed special operations. Lance is a biological engineer and blast injury specialist who...2393falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/air-america-pilot-neil-graham-hansen--64112709https://americanwarriorradio.com/?p=4535Sun, 28 Apr 2024 21:33:05 +0000Ben Buehler-GarciaAir America pilot Neil Graham Hansen’s livelihood began in a manner that might portend what the rest of his career would be like. At age 23 he was the a private pilot for Teamsters boss Jimmy Hoffa. When I became apparent that Hoffa would be taking a...2392falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/bobbie-the-weather-girl-vietnam--64112694https://americanwarriorradio.com/?p=4530Sun, 21 Apr 2024 18:05:44 +0000Ben Buehler-Garcia“Bobbie the Weather Girl” may have been the most popular celebrity of the Vietnam War, eclipsing even Adrian Cronauer of “Good Morning Vietnam” fame. Her real name is Barbara Keith. Barbara grew up a military “brat”. Her father served in WWII, Korea...2391falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/al-billings-silver-star-dfc--64112719https://americanwarriorradio.com/?p=4526Sun, 14 Apr 2024 19:49:46 +0000Ben Buehler-GarciaAl “Hollywood” Billings developed a reputation as a Maverick while flying for the Sea Wolves.  The Sea Wolves (Helicopter Attack Squadron Light 3) were formed specifically to support Navy Special Warfare and Mobile Riverine Forces during the Vietnam...2392falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/sam-mackey-navy-seal-and-outsider-ceo--64112644https://americanwarriorradio.com/?p=4520Mon, 08 Apr 2024 01:26:31 +0000Ben Buehler-GarciaSam Mackey admits he isn’t always the smartest or strongest guy in the room but he puts in the work.  His philosophy is “To find something that I can do better than everybody else and take enough responsibility where I can’t be replaced and do it the...2392falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/dpaa-sean-everette-clark-baldwin--64112715https://americanwarriorradio.com/?p=4495Sun, 24 Mar 2024 18:59:14 +0000Ben Buehler-GarciaThe Defense POW/MIA Accounting Agency (DPAA) has the principle responsibility to provide the fullest possible accounting for our missing personnel to their families and our nation. It was created in January of 2015 by merging the Defense POW/Missing...2393falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/stephen-paul-campos-vietnam-veteran--64112718https://americanwarriorradio.com/?p=4492Sun, 17 Mar 2024 19:55:04 +0000Ben Buehler-GarciaStephen Paul Campos surmised it would be better to volunteer and choose his military specialty rather than be drafted during the Vietnam War. The recruiter asked what he wanted to do and Campos replied “I don’t know what I WANT to do but I know I...2391falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/service-to-ceo-podcast-creator-kristen-costlow--64112713https://americanwarriorradio.com/?p=4481Sun, 10 Mar 2024 19:13:38 +0000Ben Buehler-Garcia“Service to CEO” podcast creator Kristen Costlow left a promising military career to pursue her dream.  She served as an air traffic controller in the Navy and was rising fast in rank.  She soon found herself supervising sailors 10 years her senior....2392falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/blackwater-mercenary-in-iraq-morgan-lerette--64112525https://americanwarriorradio.com/?p=4478Sun, 03 Mar 2024 18:46:29 +0000Ben Buehler-GarciaBlackwater Security Company developed quite a reputation. Morgan Lerette was a contractor with Blackwater in Iraq for 18 months from 2004-2005. His sometimes funny, sometimes tragic experience is documented in his book “Guns, Girls & Greed: I was...2392falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/homefront-stories-victoria-kelly--64112711https://americanwarriorradio.com/?p=4509Fri, 01 Mar 2024 17:00:00 +0000Ben Buehler-Garcia"Homefront Stories" is a collection of fictional short stories written by Victoria Kelly inspired by her life as a military spouse.  Her 2015 work, “When Men Go Off to War” is a collection of poems written while her husband was deployed in Iraq and...2393falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/havok-journal-update-charles-faint--64112627https://americanwarriorradio.com/?p=4474Sun, 25 Feb 2024 21:56:35 +0000Ben Buehler-GarciaOur first check in of 2024 with Havok Journal owner Charles Faint. Charles is a retired Army Intelligence officer with seven tours of duty in Iraq and Afghanistan. We begin by discussing the latest on the Israel/Gaza conflict.  Charles expects Iran...2390falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/damn-the-valley-will-yeske--64112710https://americanwarriorradio.com/?p=4470Sun, 18 Feb 2024 18:59:38 +0000Ben Buehler-Garcia“Damn the Valley” was written by Will Yeske and describes his deployment to the Arghandab River Valley in Afghanistan. The valley has seen its share of conflict. From Alexander the Great up to the Russians – and now Americans. To US troops it became...2393falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/behavioral-science-unit-jana-monroe--64112632https://americanwarriorradio.com/?p=4463Sun, 11 Feb 2024 19:40:53 +0000Ben Buehler-GarciaJana Monroe wanted to be a law enforcement officer ever since she was 13. She would go on to become the first woman to join the FBI’s elite Behavioral Science Unit.  She says her motivation is the fact that she loves the freedoms granted by our...2393falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/dead-man-s-hand-brad-taylor--64112646https://americanwarriorradio.com/?p=4455Sun, 04 Feb 2024 19:00:20 +0000Ben Buehler-Garcia“Dead Man’s Hand” is Brad Taylor’s 18th installment in the Pike Logan series. Brad served more than 21 years in our nation’s military, 8 years as a member of the elite 1st Special Forces Operational Detachment – Delta, more commonly known at Delta...2394falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/warrior-surf-foundation-stephanie-dasher--64112647https://americanwarriorradio.com/?p=4448Sun, 28 Jan 2024 19:00:15 +0000Ben Buehler-GarciaThe Warrior Surf Foundation uses the calming and spiritually regenerative power of the ocean to help Veteran families deal with the difficult transition to civilian life.  The organization was established on Folly Beach, South Carolina in 2015. The...2392falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/distinguished-flying-cross-loadmaster-jim-lopez--64112702https://americanwarriorradio.com/?p=4441Sun, 21 Jan 2024 19:04:48 +0000Ben Buehler-GarciaJim Lopez flew an amazing one thousand combat missions. For perspective, World War II bomber crews were required to fly 25-35 missions before they rotated out. Even in today’s high paced combat, the 1,000 mission threshold is still rather rare. Jim...2391falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/joe-lowrey-a-green-beret-s-recovery--64112661https://americanwarriorradio.com/?p=4434Sun, 14 Jan 2024 19:00:51 +0000Ben Buehler-GarciaJoe Lowrey was deployed with the 7th Special Forces Group in Afghanistan. In July of 2014 an enemy machine gun round pierced the front of his helmet, traveled across the top of his skull and exited the back of his head.  He was given an 11% chance of...2391falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/hot-mics-tv-lights-the-afvn--64112716
Navy Chief Petty Officer Bryan Arbuckle is considered the “father” of AFVN. He put it together in 1962 over a matter of weeks employing used equipment and borrowed record albums.

Marc says that without collaborator Rick Frederickson it would have been a completely different work. Frederickson was a newsman at AFVN Saigon.  He conducted many of the 37 interviews featured in Hot Mics, including Adrian Cronauer whose story inspired the movie “Good Morning Vietnam”.  The film was the brainchild of Ben Moses, who worked with Cronauer. Ben said the movie was “Half Adrian, half me, and half made up.” When he first began pitching the idea he had trouble finding purchase.  One TV executive even told him “How dare you proposed doing something funny about Vietnam.”

Not all the stories are humorous. During the Tet offensive, nine members of the Hue AFVN station found themselves holding off attackers for five days. Three were killed, five were taken prisoner and one escaped. Another DJ was broadcasting when a rocket attack struck the studios. He may be the only DJ to be awarded a Purple Heart while on the air.

Project Jenny entailed putting TV/Radio broadcasting “stations” into three Lockheed Constellation aircraft. They would fly over the country providing TV broadcasts and psyops. In one incident they were running the wrong soundtrack for a TV program causing South Vietnamese officials to think the plane had been commandeered by the enemy. They sent up jet fighters to shoot them down. Thankfully, the broadcasters were able to straighten things out before that occurred.
TAKEAWAY: “Thinking of them as only in the rear with the gear does not apply to what the AFVN staff members really went through in Vietnam.”]]>https://americanwarriorradio.com/?p=4426Sun, 31 Dec 2023 17:00:00 +0000Ben Buehler-Garcia“Hot Mics and TV Lights: The Armed Forces Vietnam Network” is the latest work from Marc Yablonka. The book provides the first person perspective of thirty seven individuals who served with the Armed Forces Vietnam Network (AFVN).The AFVN was the...
Navy Chief Petty Officer Bryan Arbuckle is considered the “father” of AFVN. He put it together in 1962 over a matter of weeks employing used equipment and borrowed record albums.

Marc says that without collaborator Rick Frederickson it would have been a completely different work. Frederickson was a newsman at AFVN Saigon.  He conducted many of the 37 interviews featured in Hot Mics, including Adrian Cronauer whose story inspired the movie “Good Morning Vietnam”.  The film was the brainchild of Ben Moses, who worked with Cronauer. Ben said the movie was “Half Adrian, half me, and half made up.” When he first began pitching the idea he had trouble finding purchase.  One TV executive even told him “How dare you proposed doing something funny about Vietnam.”

Not all the stories are humorous. During the Tet offensive, nine members of the Hue AFVN station found themselves holding off attackers for five days. Three were killed, five were taken prisoner and one escaped. Another DJ was broadcasting when a rocket attack struck the studios. He may be the only DJ to be awarded a Purple Heart while on the air.

Project Jenny entailed putting TV/Radio broadcasting “stations” into three Lockheed Constellation aircraft. They would fly over the country providing TV broadcasts and psyops. In one incident they were running the wrong soundtrack for a TV program causing South Vietnamese officials to think the plane had been commandeered by the enemy. They sent up jet fighters to shoot them down. Thankfully, the broadcasters were able to straighten things out before that occurred.
TAKEAWAY: “Thinking of them as only in the rear with the gear does not apply to what the AFVN staff members really went through in Vietnam.”]]>2391falsefullhttps://americanwarriorradio.com/2023/12/holiday-separations-col-jose-cabrera/Holiday Separations – Col. Jose Cabrera
Holiday separations are an unfortunate but necessary part of military service. As civilians we should recognize that the reason we are able to spend our holiday peacefully and safely with friends and family is because members of our military and first responder communities have volunteered to be apart from theirs.

This burden is particularly heavy upon those forces who, by the nature of their work, have a higher than normal deployment tempo. The Air Force Pararescue community falls into this category. Col. Jose Cabrera, Commander of the 563rd Rescue Group, joins us to discuss holiday separations and some suggestions to make it easier on military families.

Col. Cabrera has served our nation for over two decades, most of it with the Pararescue forces. The units under his command include an HJ-130J rescue squadron, two HH-60G rescue squadrons, three Guardian Angel rescue squadrons and an Operations Support squadron. Col. Cabrera shares some details about the nature of the Pararescue mission and the training required to join these elite forces and fulfill their motto “These things we do that others may live.”

Separated families can experience stress, depression, guilt and even anger. Witnessing the realities of war can also cause mental health issues that impact families as well. For this reason, Pararescue forces embed chaplains with all deployed units. Col. Cabrera emphasized that reintegration also presents challenges when military members have been apart from their family for so long and miss important milestones.

We discuss several suggestions for military families. These include pre-recording some of the children’s favorite bedtime stories, establishing new “traditions” that incorporate the separation and getting out of the house for new experiences and socializing as a family. In the tight knit Pararescue community, new spouses are prepared for the challenges of deployment by unit spouses with a bit more experience under their belts. 

TAKEAWAY: “The first deployment is probably the toughest deployment for a family. You do get used to it over time but it is NEVER easy.”
]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/65625867Sun, 24 Dec 2023 17:00:00 +0000Ben Buehler-GarciaHoliday Separations – Col. Jose Cabrera Holiday separations are an unfortunate but necessary part of military service. As civilians we should recognize that the reason we are able to spend our holiday peacefully and safely with friends and family is...Holiday Separations – Col. Jose Cabrera
Holiday separations are an unfortunate but necessary part of military service. As civilians we should recognize that the reason we are able to spend our holiday peacefully and safely with friends and family is because members of our military and first responder communities have volunteered to be apart from theirs.

This burden is particularly heavy upon those forces who, by the nature of their work, have a higher than normal deployment tempo. The Air Force Pararescue community falls into this category. Col. Jose Cabrera, Commander of the 563rd Rescue Group, joins us to discuss holiday separations and some suggestions to make it easier on military families.

Col. Cabrera has served our nation for over two decades, most of it with the Pararescue forces. The units under his command include an HJ-130J rescue squadron, two HH-60G rescue squadrons, three Guardian Angel rescue squadrons and an Operations Support squadron. Col. Cabrera shares some details about the nature of the Pararescue mission and the training required to join these elite forces and fulfill their motto “These things we do that others may live.”

Separated families can experience stress, depression, guilt and even anger. Witnessing the realities of war can also cause mental health issues that impact families as well. For this reason, Pararescue forces embed chaplains with all deployed units. Col. Cabrera emphasized that reintegration also presents challenges when military members have been apart from their family for so long and miss important milestones.

We discuss several suggestions for military families. These include pre-recording some of the children’s favorite bedtime stories, establishing new “traditions” that incorporate the separation and getting out of the house for new experiences and socializing as a family. In the tight knit Pararescue community, new spouses are prepared for the challenges of deployment by unit spouses with a bit more experience under their belts. 

TAKEAWAY: “The first deployment is probably the toughest deployment for a family. You do get used to it over time but it is NEVER easy.”
]]>2391family,holidays,josecabrera,military,separationfalsefullhttps://americanwarriorradio.com/2023/12/green-beret-foundation-anna-richardson/Green Beret Foundation – Anna Richardson
Green Beret Foundation Director of Programs and Services Anna Richardson joins us for an update on their programs.  The mission of the Green Beret Foundation is to provide Special Forces soldiers and their families with emergency, immediate and ongoing support. Since inception, the GBF has provided support for over 14,000 families.

For Anna, her work with the Green Beret Foundation is “personal”. She served as a mental health and drug and alcohol counselor in the Army and is a Green Beret spouse.

Green Berets sustain one of the highest casualty rates in the Special Forces. Anna emphasizes something unique about their mission in that they could be providing education or building communities on one day and fighting the next.

The GBF takes extra precautions to assure that recipients of their support did indeed serve in the Army Special Forces.  Many of their emergency and casualty support requests come directly from US Special Operations Command. Their programs are also available for pre 9/11 Veterans. Anna says that many of the support requests they are currently receiving come from post 9/11 Veterans who need help navigating their benefits. Request for support links may be found at their website.

We also discuss some of their health and wellness support programs including funding for special treatments that are not covered by soldier’s insurance.

Collaboration is one of the core values of the GBF. For example, their emergency support packs include backpacks provided by GORUCK, a company founded by a former Green Beret. Their website also lists numerous “gifts that give back” links.

Anna is also active with the “Steel Mags” support group. The chapters consist of Green Beret mothers, spouses and daughters.  They consider themselves the “keepers of the brave.”

TAKEAWAY: “You do not have to know exactly what you need. That’s our job. I know the questions you should be asking even if you don’t.”
]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/65625908Sun, 17 Dec 2023 17:00:00 +0000Ben Buehler-GarciaGreen Beret Foundation – Anna Richardson Green Beret Foundation Director of Programs and Services Anna Richardson joins us for an update on their programs.  The mission of the Green Beret Foundation is to provide Special Forces soldiers and their...Green Beret Foundation – Anna Richardson
Green Beret Foundation Director of Programs and Services Anna Richardson joins us for an update on their programs.  The mission of the Green Beret Foundation is to provide Special Forces soldiers and their families with emergency, immediate and ongoing support. Since inception, the GBF has provided support for over 14,000 families.

For Anna, her work with the Green Beret Foundation is “personal”. She served as a mental health and drug and alcohol counselor in the Army and is a Green Beret spouse.

Green Berets sustain one of the highest casualty rates in the Special Forces. Anna emphasizes something unique about their mission in that they could be providing education or building communities on one day and fighting the next.

The GBF takes extra precautions to assure that recipients of their support did indeed serve in the Army Special Forces.  Many of their emergency and casualty support requests come directly from US Special Operations Command. Their programs are also available for pre 9/11 Veterans. Anna says that many of the support requests they are currently receiving come from post 9/11 Veterans who need help navigating their benefits. Request for support links may be found at their website.

We also discuss some of their health and wellness support programs including funding for special treatments that are not covered by soldier’s insurance.

Collaboration is one of the core values of the GBF. For example, their emergency support packs include backpacks provided by GORUCK, a company founded by a former Green Beret. Their website also lists numerous “gifts that give back” links.

Anna is also active with the “Steel Mags” support group. The chapters consist of Green Beret mothers, spouses and daughters.  They consider themselves the “keepers of the brave.”

TAKEAWAY: “You do not have to know exactly what you need. That’s our job. I know the questions you should be asking even if you don’t.”
]]>2392annarichardson,greenberetfoundationfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/frogman-stories-rick-kaiser--65646270https://api.spreaker.com/episode/65646270Mon, 11 Dec 2023 01:36:00 +0000Ben Buehler-GarciaRick Kaiser served with SEAL Team 2 adn SEAL Team 6. He currently serves as the Executive Director of National Navy SEAL Museum. He is the author of "Frogmen Stories; Life and Leadership Lessons from the SEAL Teams".2391navysealsfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/wreaths-across-america-co-founder-karen-worcester--65651323https://api.spreaker.com/episode/65651323Sun, 03 Dec 2023 13:45:00 +0000Ben Buehler-GarciaKaren Worcester is the Co-Founder and Executive Director of Wreaths Across America. This year they will lay more than 3 millions fresh wreaths at the graves of Veterans in more than 4,000 locations.2390memorial,wreathsfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/electronic-combat-over-vietnam-alex-underwood--65690436https://api.spreaker.com/episode/65690436Mon, 27 Nov 2023 00:23:00 +0000Ben Buehler-GarciaAlex Underwood became the African-American enlisted man to complete 100 missions over Vietnam. One of those missions would earn him the Distinguished Flying Cross.2390falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/havok-journal-update-charles-faint--65690890https://api.spreaker.com/episode/65690890Mon, 20 Nov 2023 00:48:00 +0000Ben Buehler-GarciaHavok Journal owner Charles Faint provides an update on things at Havok Journal. Havok Journal is my "go to" website for all things military and first responder. www.havokjournal.com2391falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/veterans-day-special-usaa-svp-john-bird--65702120https://api.spreaker.com/episode/65702120Sun, 12 Nov 2023 13:29:00 +0000Ben Buehler-GarciaVice Admiral John Bird serves as Senior Vice President of Military Affairs at USAA. He shares his thoughts on Veterans Day.2392falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-brandon-act-patrick-teri-caserta--65702241https://api.spreaker.com/episode/65702241Sun, 05 Nov 2023 13:38:00 +0000Ben Buehler-GarciaBrandon Caserta dreamed of being a Navy SEAL. A series of tragic events led to him taking his own life. He parents join us to discuss how their son's death led legislation to help military members like Brandon.2391falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/world-war-ii-veteran-joe-peppy-sciarra--65702318https://api.spreaker.com/episode/65702318Sun, 29 Oct 2023 13:44:00 +0000Ben Buehler-Garcia"Peppy" Sciarra spent five months fighting in the jungles of the Philippines. His unit captured 47 mountain ridges from 100,000 Japanes. 2391falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/god-country-living-history-event-bob-willis--65702499https://api.spreaker.com/episode/65702499Sun, 22 Oct 2023 13:55:00 +0000Ben Buehler-GarciaEven though he never served, Bob Willis organizes annual events that allow Veterans to tell their stories. He feels strongly that these stories need to be shared with younger generations. 2391falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/veteran-powered-films-julia-ling-hiram-murray--65702591https://api.spreaker.com/episode/65702591Sun, 15 Oct 2023 14:02:00 +0000Ben Buehler-GarciaAccomplished actors Julia Ling (Navy) and Hiram Murray (USMC) joins us to share the mission of Veteran Powered Films; to empower Veterans and service members to create and tell their stories through film.2391actors,film,veteransfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/two-dfc-s-in-two-days-a10-pilot-andrea-kniep--65702941https://api.spreaker.com/episode/65702941Sun, 08 Oct 2023 14:08:00 +0000Ben Buehler-GarciaA-10 pilot Andrea Kniep became the third woman assigned to fly the A-10. She would be awarded the Distinguished Flying Cross twice on two consecutive days for missions over Afghanistan.2391a10,afghanistan,dfc,pilotfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-wingmen-adam-lazarus--65703036https://api.spreaker.com/episode/65703036Sun, 01 Oct 2023 14:14:00 +0000Ben Buehler-Garcia"The Wingmen" tells the amaing story of the unusual but unbreakable bond between two American Heroes and Korean War Veterans; Baseball legend Ted Williams and Astronaut John Glenn. Author Adam Lazarus joins us.2391astronaut,glenn,korea,williamsfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/political-prisoner-to-navy-seal-drago-dzieran--65703223https://api.spreaker.com/episode/65703223Sun, 24 Sep 2023 14:22:00 +0000Ben Buehler-GarciaDrago Dzieran grew up under the heel of the Polish communist regime. Folowing his arrest for his involvement in underground anti-government activities, he applied for political asylum in the US. After arriving in American with a bag of clothes and 10...2391patriot,sealfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/secureit-founder-ceo-tom-kubiniec--65703605https://api.spreaker.com/episode/65703605Sun, 17 Sep 2023 14:28:00 +0000Ben Buehler-GarciaTom Kubiniec founded SecureIt - the largest supplier of weapons storage components to the US Military.2391entrepreneurfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/four-battlegrounds-paul-scharre--65703672https://api.spreaker.com/episode/65703672Sun, 10 Sep 2023 14:33:00 +0000Ben Buehler-GarciaArmy Ranger Veteran and emerging technologies expert Paul Scharre discusses the four battlegrounds of the future. An enlightening and sometimes frightening conversation!2391ai,technology,warfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/cop-turned-stand-up-comedian-vinnie-montez--65703769https://api.spreaker.com/episode/65703769Sun, 03 Sep 2023 14:38:00 +0000Ben Buehler-GarciaVinnie Montez has served over two decades as a Deputy Sheriff. He turned to stand up comedy as a way of dealing with the stress and trauma of his job. Vinnie now tours nationally.2391comedy,copfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/silencer-central-owner-ceo-brandon-maddox--65725173https://api.spreaker.com/episode/65725173Sun, 20 Aug 2023 13:30:00 +0000Ben Buehler-GarciaSilencer Central Owner & CEO Brandon Maddox joins us to share the most common misconceptions about weapon suppressors. Brandon is a nationally recognized thought leader on Class 3 firearms.2391silencers,suppressorsfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/usmc-historical-officer-artist-joe-winslow--65725221https://api.spreaker.com/episode/65725221Sun, 13 Aug 2023 13:36:00 +0000Ben Buehler-GarciaHistorical officer Joe Winslow served 21 years in the US Marine Corps. The mission of an artifact and historical officer is to accompany assault units in combat zones and record what they are doing.2391artist,history,marinesfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/veteran-entrepreneur-zeroeyes-ceo-mike-lahiff--65725261https://api.spreaker.com/episode/65725261Sun, 06 Aug 2023 13:43:00 +0000Ben Buehler-GarciaNavy SEAL Veteran Mike Lahiff co-founded "ZeroEyes", and AI based gun detection platform. Their technology is used in schools, on military bases and in both governement and private sector buildings.2391entrepreneur,seal,technologyfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-hunter-elite-leon-wagener--65725292https://api.spreaker.com/episode/65725292Sun, 30 Jul 2023 13:49:00 +0000Ben Buehler-GarciaLeon Wagener introduces us to the special elite unit within the Secret Service tasked with dealing with the most serious threats. Wagener is the author of several best selling biographies.2391elite,secretservice,terrorismfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/special-forces-legend-rick-lamb--65725325
He was involved in almost every major battle from Operation Eagle Claw to Operation Iraqi Freedom.
Rick is a member of the SOCOM Commando Hall of Honor, the Ranger Hall of Fame and was 2015 recipient of the Bull Simmons Award for soldiers who embody the true spirit, values, and skills of a Special Operations warrior.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/65725325Sun, 23 Jul 2023 13:55:00 +0000Ben Buehler-GarciaSpecial Forces Veteran Rick Lamb is somewhat of a legend in the community.  He has led soldiers in operations spanning across 49 countries and 5 continents. He was involved in almost every major battle from Operation Eagle Claw to Operation Iraqi...
He was involved in almost every major battle from Operation Eagle Claw to Operation Iraqi Freedom.
Rick is a member of the SOCOM Commando Hall of Honor, the Ranger Hall of Fame and was 2015 recipient of the Bull Simmons Award for soldiers who embody the true spirit, values, and skills of a Special Operations warrior.]]>2391commando,rangers,specialforcesfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/havok-journal-update-charles-faint--65725361https://api.spreaker.com/episode/65725361Sun, 16 Jul 2023 14:02:00 +0000Ben Buehler-GarciaHavok Journal Owner Charles Faint provides updates on the latest articles and topics at The Havok Journal.2391firstresponder,havok,militaryfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/lost-at-sea-john-wukovits--65725384
Wukovits used survivor’s accounts and other records to create a compelling story of survival, leadership and faith against tremendous odds.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/65725384Sun, 09 Jul 2023 14:06:00 +0000Ben Buehler-Garcia“Lost At Sea” by author John Wukovits masterfully recounts the amazing story of famous aviator Eddie Rickenbacker and 7 other crewmembers’ twenty four days adrift in the Pacific Ocean. Wukovits used survivor’s accounts and other records to create a...
Wukovits used survivor’s accounts and other records to create a compelling story of survival, leadership and faith against tremendous odds.]]>2391rickenbacker,survival,wwiifalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/independence-day-jeff-utsch--65725443https://api.spreaker.com/episode/65725443Sun, 02 Jul 2023 14:13:00 +0000Ben Buehler-GarciaJeff Utsch is a constutional scholar who also trains Special Forces in swimming. We discuss Independence Day and the things that make our nation special.2391independenceday,specialforces,swimmingfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/military-broadcast-radio-joel-hunt--65727890Army Veteran Joel Hunt is still dealing with lingering effects from a Traumatic Brain Injury due to an IED.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/65727890Sun, 25 Jun 2023 18:33:00 +0000Ben Buehler-GarciaThe mission of Military Broadcast Radio is to provide a forum to help Veterans heal by teaching them to host their own radio programs. Army Veteran Joel Hunt is still dealing with lingering effects from a Traumatic Brain Injury due to an IED.Army Veteran Joel Hunt is still dealing with lingering effects from a Traumatic Brain Injury due to an IED.]]>2391military,podcast,radiofalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/veteran-entrepreneur-aaron-hale-eod-fudge-co--65727941An IED blast took his sight and two years later he lost his hearing. But he did not give up.
Thanks to a specially adapted kitchen, he began cooking again. He was making so much fudge that his wife began giving it away - and people asked for more!
The EOD fudge company was born.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/65727941Sun, 18 Jun 2023 18:41:00 +0000Ben Buehler-GarciaAaron Hale initially joined the Navy as a cook. He then transferred to the Army to become an Explosive Ordinance Disposal Specialist. An IED blast took his sight and two years later he lost his hearing. But he did not give up. Thanks to a specially...An IED blast took his sight and two years later he lost his hearing. But he did not give up.
Thanks to a specially adapted kitchen, he began cooking again. He was making so much fudge that his wife began giving it away - and people asked for more!
The EOD fudge company was born.]]>2391entrepreneur,fudge,military,resiliencyfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/with-them-frontlines-shawn-piatz--65728009Former Green Beret now Chief Operating Officer Shawn Piatz joins us.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/65728009Sun, 11 Jun 2023 18:49:00 +0000Ben Buehler-Garcia"With Them Frontlines" will be so much more than just a video game. While featuring actual missions undertaken by actual warriors is pretty cool, merging the game with other technologies to gain insights into PTSD treatment is a REAL game changer. ...Former Green Beret now Chief Operating Officer Shawn Piatz joins us.]]>2391greenberet,military\,ptsd,videogamefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/korean-war-hero-royce-williams--65728043Because of the political ramifications, Royce was awarded a Silver Star and told to keep the mission secret..which he did for 50 years. In 2023 his Silver Star was upgraded to the Navy Cross - the second highest award for Valor.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/65728043Sun, 04 Jun 2023 18:58:00 +0000Ben Buehler-GarciaOn Nov. 18, 1952 Royce Williams found himself in a desperate solo dogfight against six Russian MIG-15's. He shot down four of them. When he landed back on his carrier, 263 holes were found in his plane. Because of the political ramifications, Royce...Because of the political ramifications, Royce was awarded a Silver Star and told to keep the mission secret..which he did for 50 years. In 2023 his Silver Star was upgraded to the Navy Cross - the second highest award for Valor.]]>2391dogfight,hero,korea,navyfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/veteran-entrepreneur-todd-erlich-kill-cliff--65728235Todd has been featured on the Inc. 500 "Top CEO's" list twice.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/65728235Sun, 28 May 2023 19:21:00 +0000Ben Buehler-GarciaFormer Navy SEAL Todd Erlich had a vision for an all natural recovery drink that would be like "liquid aspirin". He founded Kill Cliff beverages with $100,000 in savings. Todd has been featured on the Inc. 500 "Top CEO's" list twice.Todd has been featured on the Inc. 500 "Top CEO's" list twice.]]>2391entrepreneur,seal,veteranfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/national-police-week-nohemy-hite-dave-bray--65728353https://api.spreaker.com/episode/65728353Sun, 21 May 2023 19:28:00 +0000Ben Buehler-GarciaPolice widow Nohemy Hite and "Rock and Roll Patriot" Dave Bray join us to share their perspectives during National Police Week.2391bray,hite,lawenforcement,policefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/crisis-cops-ernie-stevens--65728403Officer Ernie Stevens joins us.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/65728403Sun, 14 May 2023 19:34:00 +0000Ben Buehler-Garcia"Ernie & Joe; Crisis Cops" is multiple award winning HBO documentary that follows two San Antonio police officers and their work to help persons experiencing a mental health crisis. Officer Ernie Stevens joins us.Officer Ernie Stevens joins us.]]>2391cops,crisis,hbo,mentalhealth,policefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/fly-girls-revolt-dr-eileen-bjorkman--65733068“Fly Girls Revolt” by Dr. Eileen Bjorkman tell the stories of the pioneering woman who had to fight in order to allow women to fly in combat. Eileen logged more than 700 hours in 25 different types of military aircraft as a flight test engineer and retired from the Air Force as a Colonel.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/65733068Mon, 08 May 2023 00:52:00 +0000Ben Buehler-Garcia“Fly Girls Revolt” by Dr. Eileen Bjorkman tell the stories of the pioneering woman who had to fight in order to allow women to fly in combat. Eileen logged more than 700 hours in 25 different types of military aircraft as a flight test engineer and...“Fly Girls Revolt” by Dr. Eileen Bjorkman tell the stories of the pioneering woman who had to fight in order to allow women to fly in combat. Eileen logged more than 700 hours in 25 different types of military aircraft as a flight test engineer and retired from the Air Force as a Colonel.]]>2391airforce,pilots,womenfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/to-the-end-of-the-earth-john-mcmanus--65733150“To The End of the Earth” is the last installment in Professor John McManus’ trilogy about the US Army in the Pacific during World War II. This book chronicles the events beginning with the retaking of the Philippines and takes readers through the final capitulation of the Japanese empire.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/65733150Mon, 01 May 2023 00:59:00 +0000Ben Buehler-Garcia“To The End of the Earth” is the last installment in Professor John McManushttps://johncmcmanus.com/ trilogy about the US Army in the Pacific during World War II. This book chronicles the events beginning with the retaking of the Philippines and takes...“To The End of the Earth” is the last installment in Professor John McManus’ trilogy about the US Army in the Pacific during World War II. This book chronicles the events beginning with the retaking of the Philippines and takes readers through the final capitulation of the Japanese empire.]]>2391history,philippines,wwiifalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-coalition-to-salute-america-s-heroes--65745066
Donny Daughenbaugh is the Senior VP for Development and Administration. He was shot in the face when his Marine Squad was engaged south of Baghdad. The bullet lodged at the base of his skull near his spine so doctors chose to leave it in place. Donny suffers tremendous pain to this day.

Mary Jessie Herrera is their Western Field Representative. She joined the Arizona National Guard with pland to make a career out of the Army. Mary was the lead gunner in a convoy ambushed while traveling from Fallujah to Ramadi. She took two AK-47 rounds to her right arm. Thankfully doctors were able to save the appendage but she still has limited use of her right hand.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/65745066Sun, 23 Apr 2023 15:38:00 +0000Ben Buehler-GarciaThe Coalition to Salute America’s Heroes provides support for Veterans severely wounded fighting in the Global War on Terror. Two representatives join us for this broadcast. Donny Daughenbaugh is the Senior VP for Development and Administration. He...
Donny Daughenbaugh is the Senior VP for Development and Administration. He was shot in the face when his Marine Squad was engaged south of Baghdad. The bullet lodged at the base of his skull near his spine so doctors chose to leave it in place. Donny suffers tremendous pain to this day.

Mary Jessie Herrera is their Western Field Representative. She joined the Arizona National Guard with pland to make a career out of the Army. Mary was the lead gunner in a convoy ambushed while traveling from Fallujah to Ramadi. She took two AK-47 rounds to her right arm. Thankfully doctors were able to save the appendage but she still has limited use of her right hand.]]>2391veterans,woundedfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/air-force-office-of-special-investigations--65745181
Special Agent "John Smith" (not his real name) performed counter-intelligence work in Panama and helped build the case against Manuel Noriega.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/65745181Sun, 16 Apr 2023 15:51:00 +0000Ben Buehler-GarciaThe mission of the Air Force Office of Special Investigations is to identify, exploit and neutralize criminal, intelligence and terrorist threats to the Air Force, Department of Defense and the US Government. Special Agent "John Smith" (not his real...
Special Agent "John Smith" (not his real name) performed counter-intelligence work in Panama and helped build the case against Manuel Noriega.]]>2391agent,airforce,intelligence,osifalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-soldier-s-child-foundation-daryl-mackin--65745241
Navy Veteran and creator of the foundation, Daryl Mackin joins us.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/65745241Sun, 09 Apr 2023 15:58:00 +0000Ben Buehler-GarciaThe Soldier's Child Foundation provides support for the children of fallen warriors. They currently serve over 5,000 children in all 50 states. Navy Veteran and creator of the foundation, Daryl Mackin joins us.
Navy Veteran and creator of the foundation, Daryl Mackin joins us.]]>2391child,military,support,veteranfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/land-4-heroes-lodge-colton-james--65745291
He is leading an initiative to build a 15,000 square foot lodge in southern Virginia where these families can reconnect and relax in the great outdoors.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/65745291Sun, 02 Apr 2023 16:04:00 +0000Ben Buehler-GarciaCountry music artist Colton James has always held a deep respect for those who serve in the military and first responder communities. He is leading an initiative to build a 15,000 square foot lodge in southern Virginia where these families can...
He is leading an initiative to build a 15,000 square foot lodge in southern Virginia where these families can reconnect and relax in the great outdoors.]]>2391colton,families,james,lodge,militaryfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/i-married-the-war-ken-betty-rodgers--65745364
Ken Rodgers saw combat in Vietnam with the Marine Corps and was awarded a Purple Heart for wounds received at the Battle of Khe San.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/65745364Sun, 26 Mar 2023 16:12:00 +0000Ben Buehler-GarciaIndependent filmmakers Ken & Betty Rodgers have produced a powerful new documentary titled "I Married the War". The film tells the stories of 11 military wives whose lives were forever changed when their spouses returned from combat. Ken Rodgers...
Ken Rodgers saw combat in Vietnam with the Marine Corps and was awarded a Purple Heart for wounds received at the Battle of Khe San.]]>2391combat,documentary,healing,spousesfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/flying-in-the-face-of-fear-a10-pilot-kim-campbell--65745436
Kim would be awarded the Distinguished Flying Cross for that mission. ]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/65745436Sun, 19 Mar 2023 16:20:00 +0000Ben Buehler-GarciaA-10 pilot Kim Campbell's aircraft was hit by a surface to air missile over Baghdad, knocking out the planes hydraulics. She was able to nurse her badly damaged plane 300 miles back to base. Maintainers counted more than 600 holes in her aircraft....
Kim would be awarded the Distinguished Flying Cross for that mission. ]]>2391a10,courage,pilotfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/oscar-mike-radio-travis-partington--65745539https://api.spreaker.com/episode/65745539Sun, 12 Mar 2023 16:27:00 +0000Ben Buehler-GarciaMarine Veteran Travis Partington created Oscar Mike Radio as an avenue for Veterans to share their stories as part of their healing. 2391podcast,usmc,veteranfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/navy-week-various-guests--65745611
Four sailors participating in the Tucson Navy Week activities join us.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/65745611Sun, 05 Mar 2023 16:34:00 +0000Ben Buehler-Garcia"Navy Week" is an outreach program conducted by the Navy. They schedule events in communities that don't traditionally have a strong Navy presence. Four sailors participating in the Tucson Navy Week activities join us.
Four sailors participating in the Tucson Navy Week activities join us.]]>2389navy,sailorfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/sheepdogs-greg-drobny--65746173https://api.spreaker.com/episode/65746173Sun, 26 Feb 2023 17:28:00 +0000Ben Buehler-GarciaArmy Ranger Greg Drobny believes the "Sheepdog" analogy is overly simplistic and flawed. He shares his thoughts.2392ranger,sheepdog,veteranfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/space-shuttle-commander-eileen-collins--65746254Eileen Collins has spent more than 872 hours in space and logged 6,751 hours in the cockpits of 30 different types of aircraft.  In 1995 she became the first woman to pilot a space shuttle and then in 1999, the first woman to command a space shuttle mission. ]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/65746254Sun, 19 Feb 2023 17:34:00 +0000Ben Buehler-GarciaSpace Shuttle Commander Eileen Collins has spent more than 872 hours in space and logged 6,751 hours in the cockpits of 30 different types of aircraft.  In 1995 she became the first woman to pilot a space shuttle and then in 1999, the first woman to...Eileen Collins has spent more than 872 hours in space and logged 6,751 hours in the cockpits of 30 different types of aircraft.  In 1995 she became the first woman to pilot a space shuttle and then in 1999, the first woman to command a space shuttle mission. ]]>2392astronaut,shuttle,spacefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/buchenwald-medic-tim-kiniry--65746314Tim Kiniry has ever seen. That is saying a lot considering he spent World War II as part of the 45th Evacuation Hospital, witnessing the horrors of war up close and personal. Tim says he normally fainted at the sight of blood so working in a hospital would not have been his first choice, but “That is what I was ordered to do so I tried to do the best job I could.”

The 45th landed on Omaha Beach on DDAY plus 10. They treated over 7,000 wounded during the Battle of the Bulge.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/65746314Sun, 12 Feb 2023 17:39:00 +0000Ben Buehler-GarciaBuchenwald concentration camp was the worst sight Tim Kiniry has ever seen. That is saying a lot considering he spent World War II as part of the 45th Evacuation Hospital, witnessing the horrors of war up close and personal. Tim says he normally...Tim Kiniry has ever seen. That is saying a lot considering he spent World War II as part of the 45th Evacuation Hospital, witnessing the horrors of war up close and personal. Tim says he normally fainted at the sight of blood so working in a hospital would not have been his first choice, but “That is what I was ordered to do so I tried to do the best job I could.”

The 45th landed on Omaha Beach on DDAY plus 10. They treated over 7,000 wounded during the Battle of the Bulge.]]>2392buchenwald,medic,veteran,wwiifalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/crosswinds-steve-myer--65746633
He became the first American to fly an aircraft into the Kamchatka Peninsula since Charles Lindbergh. That adventure and the joint venture set up through that mission is subject of his best-selling book “Crosswinds: Adventure and Entrepreneurship in the Russian Far East”.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/65746633Sun, 05 Feb 2023 18:05:00 +0000Ben Buehler-GarciaSteven Myers is a two-time Air Force Veteran and a self-described “serial entrepreneur”. He has founded no fewer than four companies and was named an Ernst & Young Entrepreneur of the Year.  He became the first American to fly an aircraft into...
He became the first American to fly an aircraft into the Kamchatka Peninsula since Charles Lindbergh. That adventure and the joint venture set up through that mission is subject of his best-selling book “Crosswinds: Adventure and Entrepreneurship in the Russian Far East”.]]>2392airforce,entrepreneur,pilotfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/delta-force-veteran-best-selling-author-brad-taylor--65774893https://api.spreaker.com/episode/65774893Mon, 30 Jan 2023 04:33:00 +0000Ben Buehler-GarciaBrad Taylor served 21 years in the US Army, 8 of those with the elite Delta Force. He is the author of sixteen best selling thriller novels.2392army,author,delta,thriller,veteranfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/havok-journal-update-scott-faith--65774927https://api.spreaker.com/episode/65774927Mon, 23 Jan 2023 04:42:00 +0000Ben Buehler-GarciaScott Faith of the Havok Journal joins us for an update from my go to website for all things military and first responder.2391firstresponder,havok,military,veteranfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/combat-controllers-mike-lamonica-and-mike-west--65774948https://api.spreaker.com/episode/65774948Mon, 16 Jan 2023 04:46:00 +0000Ben Buehler-GarciaCombat Control Foundation founding members Mike Lamonica and Mike West join us to discuss some of our military’s most highly trained warriors. The motto of Combat Controllers is “First There” and is derived from World War II when Pathfinders were...2403combat,military,veteranfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/turn-and-burn-darrell-ahrens--65774965https://api.spreaker.com/episode/65774965Mon, 09 Jan 2023 04:52:00 +0000Ben Buehler-GarciaDarrell Ahrens recounts some of his adventures as a fighter pilot - some of them quite humrous. He was awarded the Distinguished Flying Cross and 13 Air Medals while flying combat in Vietnam.2426combat,dfc,pilot,vietnamfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/wade-hubbard-five-dfc-s-in-five-years--66142183https://api.spreaker.com/episode/66142183Sun, 01 Jan 2023 21:10:00 +0000Ben Buehler-GarciaWade Hubbard only spent five years in the US Air Force. Duing that time he was awarded FIVE Distinguished Flying Cross Medals, 30 Air Medals and a Purple Heart flying as a "back seater" in an F-4 Phantom.2313airforce,dfc,military,veteran,vietnamfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-birth-of-the-p-51--67409379Wings of War; The World War II Fighter Plane That Saved the Allies and the Believers Who Made It Fly.”]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/67409379Sun, 11 Dec 2022 23:27:00 +0000Ben Buehler-GarciaThe P-51 Mustang changed the course of the air war in Europe, but it almost didn’t make it off the assembly line.  The story of the Mustang’s evolution and the pilots that flew it in combat is the subject of a great new book by David & Margaret...Wings of War; The World War II Fighter Plane That Saved the Allies and the Believers Who Made It Fly.”]]>2443airplanes,p-51,wwiifalsefull