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STR8TALK PODCASTEpisode 1 season 3 - STR8TALK PODCASTWe are back!!!!!2024-07-2406 minSTR8TALK PODCASTMy BS Episode 1Just me and my BS..... 10 minutes of just me talking about me. My story. Give it a listen...... you might hear your own story in mine.2023-09-1510 minSTR8TALK PODCASTGeorge Lutz - Honor and RememberGeorge lost his son, Tony, just weeks before his 25th birthday. Like many Gold Star families, George felt lost. The tremendous loss of his son had him asking many questions of not only himself, but our country. He wanted to create a national symbol of rememberance. Not just for his son, but for all sons and daughters, fathers, mothers, husbands, wives, etc lost either in battle overseas or here at home to their demons. honorandremember.org Honor and Remember will be on hand at the CocaCola 600 this weekend in Charlotte, NC. They will be present for...2023-05-251h 05STR8TALK PODCASTBill Bailey Part 2Today's Boondoggle Podcast on youtube link belowhttps://youtu.be/3JBsVGO1rxgBIll is a Navy veteran, alcoholic, music promotor, podcaster, father, and youtuber! Hear his story in this episode of STR8TALKContact me email: johnnymomedia@gmail.comwebsite: johnnymomedia.com2023-02-1243 minSTR8TALK PODCASTBill Bailey Part 3Today's Boondoggle Podcast on youtube link belowhttps://youtu.be/3JBsVGO1rxgBIll is a Navy veteran, alcoholic, music promotor, podcaster, father, and youtuber! Hear his story in this episode of STR8TALKContact me email: johnnymomedia@gmail.comwebsite: johnnymomedia.com2023-02-1244 minSTR8TALK PODCASTBill Bailey Part 1Today's Boondoggle Podcast on youtube link belowhttps://youtu.be/3JBsVGO1rxgBIll is a Navy veteran, alcoholic, music promotor, podcaster, father, and youtuber! Hear his story in this episode of STR8TALKContact me email: johnnymomedia@gmail.comwebsite: johnnymomedia.com2023-01-2234 minSTR8TALK PODCASTLt LeanneLIfe in the military can be hard. Even more so as a female. Lt Leanne tells her story. From avionics for the Presidential helicopters to being assaulted by an individual who out ranked her, to suicide and recovery. Her story, unfortunately, is not unique. Give a listen!johnnymomedia@gmail.comjohnnymomedia.comsave22.vet2023-01-141h 06STR8TALK PODCASTRICAN68 FoundationThe RICAN68 Foundation has been established by Matt Gwin to provide scholarships for the 19 children left fatherless after the crash of WC130 flight RICAN68 on its way to the "boneyard" in 2018.Please consider donating to his causeMatt can be reached at 937-903-0662website www.rican68.comFB/ RICAN68 Foundationemail contact the rican68foundation@gmail.com2022-11-1032 minSTR8TALK PODCASTPATRIOT PROJECT TIM NOVELLIDr Tim Novelli, FOUNDER of PATRIOT-PROJECT.org, discusses the need for chiropractic care for our military and veterans. Hear about the 2022 PATRIOT BALL, taking place Nov 5, 2022 in Canton, Ohio. Guests this year include 5 Medal of Honor recipients, Parker University President Dr. Phil Morgan, Shiloh Harris, Greg Gatsen, and many many more. In this episode we discuss how opioids were used to treat many veterans, only to have them become addicted to the meds and how chiropractic treatment has helped many kick pain pills (opioids) to the curb and recover naturally. FACEBOOK Patriot-Project; Dr Tim Novelli2022-11-0236 minSTR8TALK PODCASTheilman part 3Part 3.....I found Kevin on TikTok @kevinheilmanwoodworking. His passion for creating woodwork for veterans is amazing. Hear his story right here!CONTACT ME: johnnymomedia@gmail.comWEB: johnnymomedia.comTIKTOK JohnnyFlyboyFB/IG johnnymomediaKEVINHEILMANWOODWORKING on ALL SOCIAL MEDIA2022-10-2538 minSTR8TALK PODCASTheilman part2We continue our discussion with Kevin Heilman.......kevinheilmanwoodworking.comSOCIAL MEDIA @kevinheilmanwoodworkingsave22.vetjohnnymomedia.comemail: johnnymomedia@gmail.com2022-10-2544 minSTR8TALK PODCASTkevin heilman 1I found Kevin on TikTok @kevinheilmanwoodworking. His passion for creating woodwork for veterans is amazing. Hear his story right here!2022-10-0638 minSTR8TALK PODCASTMatt DunawayWOW!!!! Matt lays it all out!!!! From the USMC, to the National Guard to the US AIR FORCE PARARESCUE SCHOOL!!!!!! His story is like so many of us veterans!!! He was injured in training and struggled to find his place after the military. Hear what he went through and how he has thrived since getting help.2022-09-281h 07STR8TALK PODCASTEPISODE 52 - Scott Rhoda " RIDE WITH VALOR"After a serious back injury as a Paramedic, Scott found himself in a deep dark place. He pulled himself out of that darkness by helping others. His organization, RIDE WITH VALOR, now strives to end veteran homelessness and feed hungry veterans in his community. Hear his story.2022-09-2153 minSTR8TALK PODCASTEpisode 51 - STR8TALK PODCASTQuick update on the Str8Talk podcast2022-08-2902 minSTR8TALK PODCASTEpisode 50 - STR8TALK PODCASTRaw emotion after calling hours for my friend SSGt Curtis Graves. Rest easy big man. The demons are silent. I will take it from here.2022-06-0312 minSTR8TALK PODCASTToniaWhat an incredible story! Tonia shares her experiences over the last 30 years with us. She was a young military bride, military member, mom, widow, advocate..... Her story needs to be told so that others will know just how far you can go when you have no other choice. Be aware, Tonia's story involves some graphic discussion of domestic violence, abuse, child abuse, sex with children, suicide, and drug use. If you are in need of assistance, please call the Veteran's Crisis Line at 1-800-273-8255 and press 1 for veterans.Contact me at...2022-04-291h 03STR8TALK PODCASTJulia - life as a military childI sat down with my daughter for a conversation about her perception of life as a military child, her insight to my darkest day, and what she is doing now.2022-04-261h 12STR8TALK PODCASTRyan Miller BROKEN ARROW ADVENTURE - Keep Making MemoriesRyan Miller spent his time in the Navy taking care of others. As a Corpsman, he has seen and dealt with the very worst in the world. Just 11 days after he was wounded, he was right back with his guys, fighting the fight. Once he was out of the Navy, things seemed tougher. He went to college for X-Ray Tech, but found he was constantly noticing that he just wasn't relating to these "college kids"; even though he was just a year or two older than they were. Ryan deals with his demons his way; by helping others. His organization...2022-02-181h 09STR8TALK PODCASTSPECIAL EPISODE - Michael Robinson Brandon's LighthouseThis is MIchael's story. From rough beginnings as an Army brat, to enlisting in the NAVY and getting hooked on pain meds, getting sober, losing a child, and now battling for his life against Cancer, Mike's story is simply amazing. To donate to Michael and Brandon's Lighthouse, email michaelr0r131965@gmail.com and let him know you want to help. You can also find his Venmo and CashApp tags on the JohnnyMoMedia and STR8TALK Facebook pages. To contact JohnnyMoMedia, email the show at johnnymomedia@gmail.comBe sure to like and...2021-12-3044 minSTR8TALK PODCASTChris Warner 1Chris and I first met at Nellis AFB, NV in 1993 or 94. I was Chris' shift leader, nco, SRAIC as Chris would say. Any way, Chris' story is not uncommon in the veteran. Addiction, homelessness, bankrupt, suicidal, you name it we have probable done it. Like many of us, Chris knew he needed to change or die. So he changed. Through diet, exercise, natural medicine, yoga, cannabis, cbd, and alot of help, Chris is now clean, married, and successful. Listen to this first, of what I think will be many, episodes with my good friend, Chris Warner.2021-11-251h 01STR8TALK PODCASTJade Foleyaudio_onlyListen as two friends talk about the struggles of raising a family while serving in the military. Especially when one of your children is special needs. Dravet's syndrome - Harper's journey can be found here. https://www.facebook.com/Harper.Foley.Dravet.journey2021-11-101h 25STR8TALK PODCASTbob zanni - a simple call_002Bob and I have been friends for some 15 years or so. We flew together for 8 of those years and now bob and I sit down for an hour long chat. Sit back and listen to two veterans swap stories.2021-10-261h 05STR8TALK PODCASTCivilians have trauma too - Cherise's storyMy dear dear friend Cherise (cherisefb@gmail.com) sits down with us to discuss her life growing up, her battles with mental health, and how civilians and military members share many of the same demons while striving for the same goal - mental health.2021-10-131h 40STR8TALK PODCASTFrom the pen to the penthouse - Kyle EarlyKyle served in the US Army from 2008-2012,honorably discharged, but immediately had issues upon separation. 9 years later, he owns multiple international companies and his passion is helping vets like him!battleonthehomefront.comactivedutyrx.combarragecoffee.comFB KyleEarly332021-10-0649 minSTR8TALK PODCASTThe ones left behind - Sky OwenChristmas 2019, Sky got a call she never thought would come. Her brother, Navy Seaman Sealth Noah Sheppard was dead. He was found hanging in his room aboard the USS Theodore Roosevelt. Sky shares her experiences as an older sibling dealing with the suicide of her brother. Her story may be able to help others with the same experiences.2021-09-2335 minSTR8TALK PODCASTSGT G... The Stoned VetSGT G... The STONED VET.... Sgt G served 9 years in the USMC and now that he is out, his passion is educating veterans on the benefits of CBD and medical marijuana!www.thestonedvet.comyoutube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCJk55bmjx03NpyWSOyCbBGwFB @thestonedvet and @veterantrashtalk2021-09-131h 07
THE STONED VET USMCST8 TALK PODCAST - JohnnyMoMediaWelcome to THE STONED VET USMC! The purpose of our podcast is to help build the community around the VETS and to find our PURPOSE again! Come and hang out with us and feel like you did with your brothers and sisters on those Friday nights. The weather is always nice and you already know how the conversation can go with all of us. Crack a cold one, roll a FATTY, or light a bowl!! This week I have the honor of bringing JohnnyMoMedia from St8 Talk Podcast!! I LOVE when I can bring family on the show that understands...2021-09-111h 06STR8TALK PODCASTSGT G... The Stoned VetTHE STONED VET... SGT G.... Juan Garcia has chosen his next passion. To educate and assist veterans with alternative forms of treatment. Namely, cannabis! Check it out!www.stonedvet.comwww.RAPHA180.comFB https://m.facebook.com/thestonedveteran/youtube https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCJk55bmjx03NpyWSOyCbBGw2021-09-101h 07STR8TALK PODCASTGold Star Dad - I will not be that guy!Allen Sheppard, Gold Star Dad. His son is one of the 22. Or is he? We talk with Allen about his son's apparent suicide Christmas Day 2019 and how he feels the Navy may be covering something up. Listen to Allen fight for current military members and veterans and how he still gets to go fishing with his son, Noah. Allen's contact information posted at his request with his permission ajns1970@gmail.comcell number 907-390-70522021-08-121h 16STR8TALK PODCASTValhalla Ride ProjectThis is the story of Valhalla Ride Project. A cross country motorcycle ride put together because one veteran wanted to give back to the organization that had given so much to him. Hear how MISSION22 helped TJ get out of his Mr. Hyde mindset and become a trained jiu-jitsu fighter, alpaca farmer, and now non-profit founder and CEO.2021-07-2959 minSTR8TALK PODCASTValhalla Ride ProjectThis is the story of Valhalla Ride Project. A cross country motorcycle ride put together because one veteran wanted to give back to the organization that had given so much to him. Hear how MISSION22 helped TJ Strother to get out of his Mr Hyde and become a trained jiu-jitsu fighter, alpaca farmer, and now non-profit founder and CEO.2021-07-2816 minSTR8TALK PODCASTMilitary Medium Dean McMurrayDean McMurray found his calling after 24 years of military service. He found it, almost accidentally. deanmcmurray.commilitarymedium.com2021-07-261h 31STR8TALK PODCASTGratitudeAfter an incredible week or so, I felt the need to talk about gratitude and how we tend to over look its significance.2021-06-2026 minSTR8TALK PODCASTGroup Therapy with CaliPark VeteransToday, I spent 8 hours with veterans in recovery. It was a very emotional yet fulfilling day. To hear their stories of trauma, addiction, betrayal, growth, education, and life. This is that story.2021-06-0933 minSTR8TALK PODCASTMy Story Pt 1This is the beginning of my story. Not sure how many parts it will be but this is the first installment. I talk about my drinking days, waking up in strange places, black outs, coming to terms with being an alcoholic, and what got me to my first AA meeting.2021-05-2639 minSTR8TALK PODCASTJason Graven TF20.orgJason was removed from service for work induced asthma. Years later it was discovered that his condition was caused by burn pit exposure. Hear him tell his story of the initial invasion of Iraq, getting discharged, struggling with civilian, and then founding his 501c3, TaskForce20. www.tf20.orgemail Jason at contact@tf20.org2021-05-1858 minSTR8TALK PODCASTSTICK VETTravis Landchild served in the Army as a mental health specialist. His stories are incredible, sad, emotional, trying, and sometimes heartbreaking.2021-04-281h 20STR8TALK PODCASTSEASON 2 - Episode 1 - Wolf CrittonWOW!!! Passionate, emotional, raw, real, energetic! This man is the total package. Here his story of deployment, 2 suicide attempts, recovery, and his new mission - spreading awareness to all, not just veterans.2021-04-2153 minSTR8TALK PODCASTEpisode 19 - Josh WittTonight’s episode is with Army Vet Josh Witt. Hear his story of IEDs, concussions, the suicide of his best friend on his son’s birthday, his darkest day where a mistake saved his life, and what he is doing now to help struggling veterans. JCKustomzCo on FB2021-03-1653 minSTR8TALK PODCASTEpisode 18 - Shawn LaurieHis mess is his message. This man's journey from Army brat to army vet, to addict, to published author, Shawn Laurie lays it all out there! His never quit attitude is contagious! Give a listen. Vetlife4life.comFB - Vetlife4lifejohnnymomedia.comVeteran Mindset 2.0 - available March 9, 20212021-03-111h 00STR8TALK PODCASTEpisode 17 James PowersFrom Army Specialist, to homeless addict, to Capitol Hill, James' story is one perseverance and survival.2021-03-031h 36STR8TALK PODCASTEpisode 16 - Lex Joon NHRAToday's guest is known as The Flying Dutchman. He was born and raised in Amsterdam, began racing at a young age, won everything he could in Europe, and in 2013 packed all his belongings into a shipping container and moved to the heart of US NHRA DRAG RACING COUNTRY - INDIANAPOLIS INDIANA. Hear Lex's story of triumph, tribulations, and his trademark #NEVERQUIT!2021-02-2650 minSTR8TALK PODCASTEpisode 15 Bob Mohr Feb 2021Today's guest is Bob Mohr, former Marine machine gunner, recovering addict, ultra marathon runner. His story is amazing. From Marine infantry to living on the street, reaching out with a phone call and then running a 100 mile race, and finally a HIV positive diagnosis that nearly broke him, Bob lets it all hang out on STR8TALK. This is his story. And it is amazing!2021-02-171h 18STR8TALK PODCASTEpisode 14 - Dogs for our BraveDogs for our brave, dfob.org, We sit down with Executive Director Christina Kimerle and talk in depth about her program. DFOB uses rescue dogs and trains them to be service dogs for our veterans. DFOB covers all costs associated with the lifetime care of the dog. What a fantastic organization.2021-02-091h 00STR8TALK PODCASTEPISODE 13 WARMACHINEGuest today is LtCol Chris "WARMACHINE" Zwetzig. Chris and I served together for maybe 15 years. He was my Navigator on over 50 combat and combat support missions throughout the Middle East. Chris recently retired and had some issues adjusting. Hear what he went through and how he is coping today.2021-02-0258 minSTR8TALK PODCASTEpisode 12- A Marine's Wife, A Battered LifeToday's interview is with former Marine wife, battered wife, Fostoria Pierson. She likes to say she went from GED to PHD while getting her ass beat! Her words, not mine. Listen to her struggles, he fear of being with out her kids, her strength to endure nearly 20 years of battery, sodomy, rape, domestic violence, all while the Marines turned a blind eye. Hear how she got away and started over. She is an incredible woman! I am proud to know Fostoria Pierson, PhD.2021-01-271h 02STR8TALK PODCASTEpisode 11 - Josh Link _ Major JoesToday's guest is Josh Link. Army veteran, Air Force communication contractor, disabled vet, small business owner, father and husband.2021-01-201h 12STR8TALK PODCASTEpisode 10 - Albert Woodin - Addiction - Jan 2021Once again we talk with Albert Woodin, President of SAVE22.VET. This time, however, we talk about his darkest days of addiction to pain meds. Albert was involved in a motorcycle accident that near amputated his leg. He was very quickly hooked on the pain meds. Luckily, Albert had true friends that were able to be 100% honest with him about his addiction. This is his story.2021-01-131h 51STR8TALK PODCASTSPECIAL - Christmas Eve MissionHear about one of my absolute worst best missions. Christmas Eve 2011, Afghanistan divert, emergency engine shutdown, flying on 3 engines over Afghanistan, "no reservation" at the INN of Kandahar, no load, no mission, flying empty..... and............VINDICATION! Also a fantastic Christmas meal with my crew!2021-01-0734 minSTR8TALK PODCASTEpisode 9 - Racing 4 Heroes Brett MorashToday's guest is Racing 4 Heroes Executive Director Brett Morash. Hear how Brett decided to join the Navy, travel the world, and then focus on his humanitarian mission to improve the lives of injured veterans!2020-12-301h 23STR8TALK PODCASTEpisode 8 - Cpl MattMatt talks about the battles in Iraq and the heat in Africa. When he transitioned to Civilian life, he tried his hand at college. That did not go as expected.After years of drinking and battling anxiety and depression, he chose an alternative method of treatment. Listen up!2020-12-242h 14STR8TALK PODCASTBONUS - The coffee pot storyFor those of you who know, this is the story of the coffee pot and how one little coffee pot set my tone for the day. Hear what happened, what I did, and who I met to change my outlook for the entire day.2020-12-2409 minSTR8TALK PODCASTEpisode 7 - Sonja BurkethMy great friend Sonja Burketh is actually interviewing me! This is a chance for the listeners to get to know me a little. I am nervous and excited!!! Hope you enjoy!2020-12-101h 28
STR8TALK PODCASTEPISODE 6 - CMSgt(Ret) Ken Pauley Nov 2020CMSgt Pauley and I have been friends for some 18 years, Sit down with us as we reminisce about multiple deployments, our friends, our units, our families, and our troubles.2020-12-011h 00STR8TALK PODCASTThanksgiving MorningSome Quick thoughts on Thanksgiving Morning 20202020-11-2615 minSTR8TALK PODCASTEpisode 5 -Chris Miller Nov 2020Chris Miller is a former Marine who stuggles everyday. Every day! He was the victim of a stabbing while in a riot in Haiti, and if that wasn't enough, he fell down a 50 foot cliff during training op and broke his back! Hear the amazing story of how he got linked up with Zulu, his incredible service dog. How he has raised nearly $3 million for veteran foundations. This man is definitely an American Hero!2020-11-251h 02STR8TALK PODCASTEpisode 4 - Brandon HenryToday we sit and chat with Brandon Henry. He has an amazing story about getting shot, making it thru his crazy ordeal, and winding up in NASCAR. Give us a listen!2020-11-181h 49STR8TALK PODCASTBONUS My AnxietyJust a quick glimpse into some of my anxiety triggers2020-11-1613 minSTR8TALK PODCASTBONUS 2020 FUNKThis bonus episode is me getting my thoughts out. After the elections, I realized I had been in a serious downward funk for some time. I finally decided to let it out. Enjoy!2020-11-0514 min
STR8TALK PODCASTEpisode 3 - Albert Woodin SAVE22 PresidentToday's show is my interview with SAVE22 President Albert Woodin. Albert is a USAF Security Forces veteran, recovering addict, husband, father, son, and PRESIDENT of SAVE22. Listen as we talk about his journey following a severe motorcycle accident, recovery, and his mission to help vets today!2020-11-041h 01
STR8TALK PODCASTEpisode 2 - Les ParkeyToday's episode features Leslie Parkey. Retired USAF C130 Crew Chief. Listen as we talk about les's boxing career, military career, and even tackle a tough subject; racial equality and the military.2020-10-2845 minSTR8TALK PODCASTEpisode 1 Jason Rutledge Part 3Hear about the founding of SAVE22.VET as an accidental non-profit. I will get into a bit of how the STR8Talk podcast came about, and even talk about my incredible experiences with Alliance Racing and the SAVE22 Motorsports outreach program!2020-10-2128 minSTR8TALK PODCASTEpisode 1 Part 2 Jason RutledgePart 2 of Jason Rutledge2020-10-1423 minSTR8TALK PODCASTJason Rutledge EXTRA - Sgt Padilla RecoveryHere is an article on the Padilla recovery. It was first published Nov 2, 2015 on The Deliberate Man website as "The Highest of Honor on the Battlefield"here is the link... https://deliberatemen.com/2015/11/12/the-highest-of-honor-on-the-battlefield/?fbclid=IwAR1vuDkxFvBrEvvsCk8L5dz7zlKPklhRO6kWTwLRWZ-JFvjuCXE4oHoAOrc2020-10-0817 minSTR8TALK PODCASTJason Rutledge Episode 1 Part 1Today's guest is a Marine, Combat Vet, and Co-Founder of SAVE22.VET. We go through his military time and his worst day in this episode. Like and subscribe to get Part 22020-10-0715 minSTR8TALK PODCASTFirst Coming back from deploymentI talk a little about coming back from my last deployment. I talk about the nightmares, the difficulties with transition, sleep (or lack of), and a few other things2020-09-2514 minSTR8TALK PODCASTOverwhelmed 9-10-20With news of APPLE agreeing to list the podcast, I was feeling very excited, overwhelmed, needed to talk....and this is what came out.2020-09-1014 minSTR8TALK PODCASTDarkest Daydarkest day2020-08-2414 min