The Rolling Vets Podcast

Chris and Lucas discuss the concept of the "smoke pit" in the military lifestyle and its influence on camaraderie and overall morale. They also share some stories on the spontaneity and tomfoolery that occurs in the smoke pit and how it can determine the atmosphere in the barracks for the evening. Vet Labz - Military Grade Supplements

The boys are joined by a friend of both hosts and the show, former E5 of the USMC, Andy Bartelt. Andy walks us through his tumultuous first year in the Marines, his most profound experience in the military, and how it has influenced him as a veteran four years removed from the end of active service.

USMC Sgt Jacob Garcia talks to us about all things recruiting and compares the reenlistment process from when he enlisted over seven years ago to what it is like to get bodies in the Marine Corps today. SGT Jacob Garcia has served as an 0311 Infantryman while filling billets such as Team Leader, Squad Leader, and Platoon Sergeant before taking up roles and responsibilities as a recruiter.

The boys get weird and explore out-of-this-world theories on Alien visitation to Earth. Kick back and enjoy some BS with us!

Former Army Specialist Michael Guthrie joins the boys again to speak on well ya know, veteran stuff. 

Join us for this episode of the Rolling Vets Podcast where the boys talk about their substance use during and following their time in the service. Bizarre enough, this leads to a discussion on the origin of humanity and possible extraterrestrial intervention???

Aaron leads the discussion in this episode on the Battle of Chosin Reservoir, or most commonly referred to as "Frozen Chosin". 

Happy New Year to all!! Chris takes the lead in walking us through the events of Iwo Jima in WWII. We discuss how Japanese warrior culture and the aggressive nature of the Marine Corps led to an epic match-up of island-hopping and jungle warfare. 

Chris and Lucas discuss the optical and ethical dilemmas involving trading convicted international arms dealer Viktor Bout for WNBA star Brittney Griner in a prisoner swap with Russia. What were the circumstances that lead to the rhetoric of "leaving a Marine behind"? Why Britney Griner and not Paul Whelan? All of these things are discussed. Also, our hosts talk about the multiple products of Vet...

The boys are joined by Marine veteran and the former backbone of the Marine Corps, SGT Evan Weiss. After leaving a successful career in search of self-fulfillment, Evan enlisted in the USMC with an age waiver and would eventually serve with our hosts in 3/3. He provides a unique and vulnerable perspective on his experience in the military which was greatly influenced by his real-world experience p...

The Rolling Vets celebrate the USMC birthday by discussing the battle of Belleau Wood and its impact on the Marine Corps. ONE YEAR DOWN! We would like to thank you all for sticking with us during our first year of the podcast and we are excited to continue to grow that relationship with our audience. Happy Veterans Day!

Chris and Lucas delve into the vastness and evolution of the Internet, the scenes behind corporate-funded media, and whatever else came into their THC-heightened minds. 

After a month hiatus to take care of our personal lives, the boys are reunited for a short episode to let you all know that we are still kickin!

The boys talk about the standards of the military and how and how we don't hold ourselves to those same standards now that we are veterans. What motivates you to keep going? How do you hold yourself accountable as a veteran?

Aaron, Chris, and Lucas are joined by a special guest Navy Corpsman Albert Molina. They discuss the relationship between Corpsmen and Marines, and the importance of having competent medics/corpsmen.

What is patriotism and why is it important to Americans? When does patriotism evolve into nationalism? Chris and Lucas discuss patriotism and they dump pack on all that comes with it. 

Chris and Lucas are joined by a former Army Specialist Michael Guthrie who shares the story of his enlistment, time as an 11C, and his experience in combat during Operation Enduring Freedom.

Aaron, Chris, and Lucas discuss morale and command climate and the impact it has on the efficiency of a unit through personal experiences. How has command climate and morale affected your current/former unit? Was it positive or negative?

Chris and Lucas go over Rudyard Kipling's "If", a poem that details the expectations of male conduct. What does it mean to be a man? How should a man conduct himself? Do those expectations evolve over time?

We are proud to present to you our first female guest on the Rolling Vets Podcast: Hailing from Mobile, Alabama, Tori Sneed served in the United States Air Force for 13 years amassing three different Military Occupational Specialties and deployment to Djibouti. She is currently a full-time student, mother, and wife who is pursuing a degree in communications.

Seargent of Marines Denny Krochmal joins the boys to discuss the checking out process, semi-reckless motorcycle behavior, exotic dancers, and toxic leadership from senior enlisted Marines. Hailing from Medina, OH, Krochmal served as a Tactical Transmission Operator in 3rd BN 3rd Marines out of Kaneohe Bay, HI. 

Special guest Sgt Allen Behreandt of the USMC joins Aaron and Lucas to talk recruiting, intel MOSs in the Marine Corps, and the current conflict in Ukraine. Sgt Behreandt is currently serving as an 8411 (Marine Recruiter) with his primary MOS being 0231 (Intelligence Specialist).

Special guest CPL Jackson Grant joins the boys to talk about life as a greenside Corpsman and transitioning into the Army after five years in the Navy.  Grant served as a Navy Corpsman in 3rd BN 3rd Marines for four years, the majority of that time spent in an infantry company. Currently, Grant is a full-time nursing student and an Army reservist who has acquired two additional MOSs: 11C Mort...

CHRIS MAKES A BIG ANNOUNCEMENT! Also, Chris and Lucas talk about current events, the state of the NFL, and invasive tech companies.

Sgt Michael Hanson joins the boys to talk about MOS changes, reenlistment, and some of the challenges of dealing with interesting personalities in the Marine Corps.