(Not Just) War Stories, with JD Welsh

Retired Command Chief Master Sergeant and Ranger TACP, Kenny Lindsey, talks about fighting in three different conflicts, how to truly lead people, and how to effectively balance work life and family life.

Former US Army Ranger and US Air Force TACP, Sean Deam, talks about the intensity of being a Ranger, blending in with the locals to gain vital intel, and the tragedy of losing buddies in combat.

Former Army Ranger and USAF TACP, Sean Deam, talks about making two combat jumps, making E-7 in two different services, and knowing the importance of being there for his family.

MSgt Justin Foles talks about his first time dropping ordnance in combat, the importance of minimum safe distances, and how combat can forge lifelong friendships.

Former Ranger TACP, MSgt Justin Foles, talks about protecting army guys with CAS, working hard to achieve his goals, and the humbling responsibility of ensuring a fallen comrade is properly laid to rest.

Retired Master Sergeant, Richie Douglas, talks about engaging the enemy up close, seizing enemy equipment, and the uncertainty of urban operations.

Retired Master Sergeant, Richie Douglas, talks about prevailing in Iraq,  conducting a military freefall combat jump in Afghanistan, and what it takes to subdue a shark.

Chief Master Sergeant Tom Case talks about earning his second silver star.

Chief Master Sergeant, and two time silver star recipient, Tom Case, talks about protecting Rangers, helping those in need, and the value of not quitting.

Retired Chief Master Sergeant, Mark "Jaz" Ericson, talks about Operation Just Cause, leadership, being there for your buddies, and how to be the best caregiver possible for a special needs loved one.

Retired Chief Master Sergeant, Mark "Jaz" Ericson, talks about Operation Just Cause, leadership, being there for your buddies, and how to be the best caregiver possible for a special needs loved one.

Retired Chief Master Sergeant, Mark "Jaz" Ericson, talks about his experiences during the takedown of Noriega during Operation Just Cause.

Retired government affairs officer, LTC Dave Spanton, talks about directly helping border patrol agents stop illegal immigrants from crossing the U.S. southern border, and what it will take to stop it.

Retired Blackhawk pilot, Lieutenant Colonel Dave Spanton, talks about being integral in helping local law enforcement catch a bad guy.

Retired Lieutenant Colonel and combat veteran helicopter pilot, Dave Spanton, talks about doing what it takes to support ground troops, being a good Samaritan, and his first-hand experience at our southern border.

Former enlisted Ranger TACP, and current TACP Officer, Brandon Temple, talks about the importance of keeping a cool head, and thinking outside the box, during a life threatening combat situation.

Former enlisted Ranger TACP, former US Navy Surface Warfare Officer, and current TACP Officer, Brandon Temple, talks about never leaving a fallen comrade,  keeping calm during harrowing situations, and the importance of ensuring our veterans' mental and physical well-being.

Retired Chief Master Sergeant, and Ranger TACP, Kevin Laliberte talks about how effective a company of Rangers, and a terp with an imagination, can be at taking out terrorists.

Another former 17th STS Superintendent, and retired Chief Master Sergeant, Kevin Laliberte, talks about always doing your best, taking out bad guys, and the importance of staying in contact with your buddies.

Chaz and Brandy talk about doing what's necessary in combat, and the trauma that often accompanies it. Video:  https://youtu.be/TNUCmFkeF2A

Chaz talks about the end of Operation Red Wings and never leaving a man behind. video:  https://youtu.be/VskIqKZfhCo

Retired SF/Ranger JTAC, Chaz Bocook and former guest Eric Brandenburg talk about finishing the mission, how to translate military experience into civilian context, and mentally dealing with the horrors of war. video:  https://youtu.be/LCjKAbSTOw0

Retired Air Force SNCO, Ranger JTAC, and all around bada**, Matty Green, talks about calling in air support to save himself and his team from a devastating ambush.

Retired Air Force SNCO, Ranger JTAC, and all around bada**, Matty Green, talks about challenging himself, saving Rangers, and fighting for his life.

Mark Foster talks about making a tough decision NOT to drop bombs.