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Brat ChatTell a Veteran’s Story — 1–2 Minute Challenge - Holiday Live EpisodeJoin the live episode where hosts launch a veteran storytelling challenge (record a 1–2 minute video about what you learned), outline prizes, and preview community plans: Twitch streams, retro gaming sessions, Kickstarter goals, website building services and the BetterBitner Bootcamp. The show also covers mental health resources (988/Veterans Crisis Line), fundraising projects (world cookbook, scholarships) and practical help for small businesses and veterans.
2025-12-281h 04Brat ChatWhy Alex is Big Head: Laughs and Lessons from Military Family LifeOn this episode of the Better Bittner Brat Chat podcast, the Bagwell family and friends share candid stories about military service, life overseas, and the close bonds that form in deployment communities. Guests discuss careers in the military and as a contractor, the challenges of moves and deployments, and the humor that keeps them going.
Through personal anecdotes—from Y2K nights in Paris to nicknames, dogs, and shared meals—the conversation highlights family, camaraderie, and the ways service shapes daily life.
2025-12-2327 minBrat ChatBoots, Books & Basset Hounds: Life Lessons from an Air Force VetHosts chat with veteran author and mentor Jim McDermott about how military service shapes individuals and families before, during, and after duty. Jim shares stories from his Air Force career, life in Alaska, and his work teaching veterans business skills.
The episode highlights the resilience of military brats, community support, practical advice on small-business finances, and Jim's children’s books inspired by real experiences.
2025-12-201h 19Brat ChatOur Buddy, Buddy!Today we sit down to discuss military life with Buddy Bagwell, Alex Bagwell's father. We talk about all the fun we've had but also our difficulties adapting to life overseas and learning to live the civilian life after the end of a tour of duty. This is a fun episode, and we kept it light and semi-hilarious.
2025-12-131h 26Brat ChatFrom Bases to Biker Santa: A Military Brat’s Wild RideOn this laid-back episode of BetterBitnerBratChat / MilitaryBratChat, hosts talk with Alex Bagwell about growing up a military dependent, the hard transition back to civilian life, struggles with addiction and depression, and the healing power of community.
Alex shares stories about life overseas, his passion for cooking and plans for a food truck, reconnecting with old friends, and the podcast’s mission to build resources and support for military brats navigating benefits, identity, and reintegration.
2025-12-061h 32Brat ChatBaking, Brats & Boots: Ashley’s Military Journey and Sweet New StartHosts Amber and Jesse welcome Ashley Drye, a military brat who grew up in the Navy community and lived in places like Germany and East Coast USA. Ashley shares how constant moves shaped her relationships, social anxiety, and love of food, and explains how she turned baking into a small business making quick breads, cookies, and breads.
The conversation covers military family life, holiday traditions from overseas, the challenges of transitioning to civilian life, mental-health impacts on military children, and the importance of community and mentorship for veteran and dependent entrepreneurs.
2025-11-291h 15Brat ChatWhen the Military Won’t Come: A Daughter’s Story of Loss and BureaucracyColeen recounts growing up as a military brat in Germany, building a life in Korea, and the painful experience after her retired father’s death when expected military support and benefits did not materialize.
The episode explores gaps in veteran and retiree services, the emotional aftermath for families, cultural shocks of living abroad, and the importance of community support when institutions fall short.
2025-11-231h 02Brat ChatTime-Traveling Brats: From Germany to Korea and BeyondTwo longtime friends reconnect after 20 years to talk life as military dependents — growing up overseas, culture shock, language struggles, school memories, and the lasting bonds that travel with you. They share stories from Germany to South Korea, discuss teaching, mental health, travel, and the value of community for military brats.
Guests reflect on 9/11 memories, family traditions, gaming, music, and practical tips for making friends abroad, while exploring how technology and creative projects help keep the Bratosphere connected.
2025-11-221h 26Brat ChatShermaine Perry-Knights - Parenthood Publishing Perspective and PeopleWe sat down and caught up with high school friend Shermaine Perry-Knights. A brilliant professor, and scholar who moved on to publishing and parenthood. We discuss the past, and our dreams for the future as well as the importance for a healthy obsession for other cultures and perspectives. Being a military brat had it's ups and downs but us brats are better for it because we have a more worldly perspective, and some of the most excellent teachers and role models a child could ask for. Shermaine is currently in the middle of a virtual visit tour of any...
2025-11-151h 07Brat ChatFrom Combat to Compassion: Dr. J.R. McIntyre’s Journey of HealingIn this Veterans Day episode the Military Brat Chat hosts interview Dr. J.R. McIntyre, a three‑time combat veteran, author and motivational speaker. He shares his journey through combat, mental health struggles, medical retirement, entrepreneurship, and community service.
The conversation covers the challenges of transitioning to civilian life, the impact on military families and brats, and practical steps toward healing and resilience, including faith, work, therapy and creative approaches to recovery.
Listeners will hear honest stories, resources and encouragement for veterans, military families and anyone supporting a loved one through trauma.
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2025-11-1140 minBrat ChatJames Beck - Following the P.A.T.HWe sit down for a discussion about the life and career of James Beck, his journey through early recruitment and experiencing 9/11 during basic training, being deployed in the Middle East, and life after the military. We have an honest conversation about spirituality, life's purpose, and how striving for greatness and closeness to the divine empowers people to live boldly and speak truth.
2025-11-081h 23Brat ChatFrom Afghanistan to Citizenship: A Military Child's Journey of HopeIn this episode Zia Jabari shares his powerful journey from growing up in war-torn Afghanistan as the son of a military man to working for the UN and the U.S. government, rebuilding life in the United States, and becoming a father and citizen. He discusses education, family, traditions, and the small joys—food, soccer, and holidays—that kept him going.
Through candid stories about moving often, reconnecting with family, and refusing to give up, the conversation highlights resilience, cultural exchange, and the human side of conflict and migration.
2025-11-0154 minBrat ChatVery Merry Halloween: Haunted Bases, Ghosts & Military Brat TalesJoin the Brat Chat podcast for a very merry Halloween episode with Alex Bagwell. The hosts swap spooky military-brat stories — from haunted housing and the Black Church in Germany to eerie encounters in Hawaii, Verdun graveyards, and a haunted trailer — mixed with funny Halloween memories and film debates.
Expect ghost tales, childhood scares, costume anecdotes, and light-hearted banter as they remember spooky traditions on and off base and share safety tips for trick-or-treating.
2025-10-311h 20Brat ChatFrom Ramstein to the Classroom: A Military Brat's JourneyIn this episode Michael Floyd shares his life as a military dependent — growing up in Germany and the U.S., surviving 9/11 as a teen overseas, and building a life as a teacher, coach, and cook. He discusses culture shock, family challenges, the power of travel and community, and how military life shaped his identity and values.
2025-10-251h 15Brat ChatRoots on the Move: Growing Up a Military Brat from Japan to AlaskaHosts Amber, Jesse and guest Cat share personal stories about growing up in military families—from early years in Japan and Germany to finding a sense of home in Alaska. They reflect on how constant moves shape identity, community, and an eclectic love of music.
The episode also explores tougher topics like racism, transition to civilian life, coaching and mentoring military youth, navigating benefits, and the power of rebranding yourself after a move. It’s a candid conversation about belonging, resilience and service.
2025-10-191h 18Brat ChatGratitude, Grit, and Brat Life: Military Stories from the Better Bittner Brat ChatA heartfelt episode where Amber and Jesse share their family military histories, discuss PTSD, resilience, leadership lessons from military life, the influence of music, AI concerns, and the importance of reaching out for help. Personal stories range from Iwo Jima and the Alaska Highway to Hell Week, childhood memories, and a life-saving care package.
2025-10-041h 14Brat ChatBrat Chat Ep. 2: Embassy Days, AFN Nights, and Military Brat LifeHosts Jesse and Amber sit down with Doug Espinosa to share candid, often funny memories of growing up in the military dependent community — from life at the U.S. Embassy and school days in Wiesbaden to AFN, local traditions, and the music and food that defined their youth.
The conversation moves through major moments like 9/11, deployments, and post-service life, touching on careers, community service, mental health, and the challenges of moving and finding work across borders.
2025-09-241h 09Brat ChatCampfire Brats: Stories from Life Between BasesTwo hosts Amber, and Jesse introduce a podcast for military-connected people to share stories about growing up between bases. In this episode they chat about culture shock, learning languages, life overseas in Japan, Germany and Hawaii, the experience of 9/11 on base, and the bonds and challenges of being a military brat.
They keep the conversation light, tease future guests and episodes, and mention plans for a website and business support services to help veterans and military families.
2025-09-2234 min
The Fantastic Forum PodcastJune 18, 2022 - Record Sale of Dark Knight Returns Cover Art, Depp/Heard Defamation Trial
Ulie and panelists Drew Bittner, Bryan Lyles and Mike Lunsford discuss the record sale at auction of cover art to Dark Knight Returns #1 and the Johnny Depp/Amber Heard Defamation Trial. Featuring the official, spoiler-free FF review of Pixar's, "Lightyear."
2022-10-0857 min
Download Incredible Full Audiobooks in Mystery, Thriller & Horror, Legal & PoliticalAny Man: A Novel by Amber TamblynPlease visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/339559 to listen full audiobooks. Title: Any Man: A Novel Author: Amber Tamblyn Narrator: Glenn Davis, Russ Tamblyn, Amber Tamblyn, James Fouhey, John Roberts, Michael Crouch, Phoebe Strole, Marc Maron, January LaVoy, Dan Bittner, Jason Ritter, Therese Plummer, Ben Foster, Robin Miles Format: Unabridged Audiobook Length: 4 hours 34 minutes Release date: June 26, 2018 Ratings: Ratings of Book: 3.33 of Total 6 Ratings of Narrator: 3.25 of Total 4 Genres: Legal & Political Publisher's Summary: In this electric and provocative debut novel, Tamblyn blends genres of poetry, prose, and elements of suspense to give shape to the shocking narratives of victims of...
2018-06-2605 min
Access Top-Rated Full Audiobooks in Fiction, Contemporary WomenAny Man: A Novel by Amber TamblynPlease visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/339559 to listen full audiobooks. Title: Any Man: A Novel Author: Amber Tamblyn Narrator: Glenn Davis, Russ Tamblyn, Amber Tamblyn, James Fouhey, John Roberts, Michael Crouch, Phoebe Strole, Marc Maron, January LaVoy, Dan Bittner, Jason Ritter, Therese Plummer, Ben Foster, Robin Miles Format: Unabridged Audiobook Length: 4 hours 34 minutes Release date: June 26, 2018 Ratings: Ratings of Book: 3.33 of Total 6 Ratings of Narrator: 3.25 of Total 4 Genres: Contemporary Women Publisher's Summary: In this electric and provocative debut novel, Tamblyn blends genres of poetry, prose, and elements of suspense to give shape to the shocking narratives of victims of...
2018-06-2605 min
Grumpy Old Geeks140: Rapid Unscheduled DisassemblyA holiday potpourri of delights: Force blockers; internet famous, cash poor; Elon Musk; Taylor Swift; music windowing; driverless cars; phishing, hacking & drone nets; the fate of Abrams; schadenfreude'n Shkreli; new Yule log v2; Tiffani Amber Thiessen!
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