The Barracks Legend and The Great Inquisitor Show

Today’s guest Jessica Quezada, a Dallas native and a graduate of Booker T. Washington High School for the Performing and Visual Arts in 2012, followed her passion for photojournalism by joining the United States Marine Corps as a Combat Correspondent in 2013. During her service, she was stationed at various locations, including Marine Corps Air Station Iwakuni, Japan, where she served as the curre...

Join us on this episode as we explore the fascinating career of Omar Reynoso, an information operations professional who brings creativity, strategic thinking, and dedication to every endeavor. With over 28 years of experience in this ever-evolving field, Omar has made decisions with global implications and understands the importance of adapting to changing customer needs. Leading teams and levera...

Today's guest Byron Beplay, a 13-year US Army veteran from the 3rd Ranger Battalion, transitioned into dog training after his service. He's a dedicated advocate for the Rescue 22 Foundation and veteran suicide awareness. Byron excelled in protection sports and K9 development, learning from leading trainers. He co-founded BTS K9, addressing behavioral issues and providing family protectio...

Nate McDonald has served as Vice President and Chief Operating Officer at Irreverent Warriors since 2019.  He joined the Marine Corps after college in 2005 and served as an Intelligence Operator for Special Projects before transitioning into defense contracting in 2012.  He has deployed on multiple combat tours both as a Marine and as an operational contractor.  He now lives in Florida with the lo...

Today's guest is Carlysle Barnes, a native of Ft Walton Beach, Florida, who dedicated 20 years of service to the United States Air Force. During his military career, he deployed to various hotspots, including Saudi Arabia, Iraq, Puerto Rico, Africa, and Afghanistan. Carlysle specialized in conducting cyber tests on aircraft and weapons, showcasing his expertise in ensuring the security of cri...

Today's guest VaTema Ivy,  is a dedicated professional originally from Michigan and a proud mother of two. With an impressive 25-year career in the Air Force, Chief Ivy has served in various leadership roles across Europe, Missouri, Florida, California, and South Korea. Her educational achievements include a bachelor's degree in business administration and human resource management from...

Today's guest Christopher Torres, a Marine and Jersey native, served in the United States Marine Corps from 2002 to 2014 as a database administrator, completing eight deployments, including combat tours in Iraq and Afghanistan. After his military service, he worked as a contractor in Africa and the Middle East before joining Leidos in July 2017 as a Mission Planning Database Administrator unt...

Today’s guest Tiffany Orner is a dedicated advocate for the Veteran and Military community. With a background as a 2nd Generation Female Air Force Veteran and 2X Military Spouse, she understands the unique challenges of military life.  After her service managing a fleet of C-5 aircraft during Operations Enduring Freedom and Iraqi Freedom, she transitioned into civilian life. Her commitment to buil...

Today’s guest Kevin Laliberte is a former US Air Force Chief Master Sergeant with a background in special operations, intelligence, space, and defense contracting. He is the Founder and Executive Director of Surf Brigade, a nonprofit organization with a mission to increase veterans' resilience through surf therapy and community building. Surf Brigade's curriculum-based program addresses...

Today's guest, Shane Weddle comes from a small town in Central South Indiana. He served in the United States Navy for three years, continuing his patriotic journey in the National Guard for an additional three years. Today, he's a business owner of a Fast Signs franchise in Ft. Walton Beach, Florida, where he combines his military discipline with family values to provide the community wi...

Today’s guest Kylie Blakely is a multifaceted professional, excelling as a Veteran Aid Advocate, Rodeo Announcer, Emcee, and Competitive Shooter. Her role on the Miss Rodeo Florida board underscores her commitment to nurturing rodeo talent, while her expertise as a South Florida Hunting Guide and outdoors enthusiast reflects her love for the wild. As a Fox Media Personality, she shares her insight...

Todays guest Charles Ewings served in the U.S. Army from 2003 to 2017, specializing as a Radio Equipment Repairer (MOS: 94E) and holding a TS-SCI security clearance. His journey took him to various duty stations, including Schofield Barracks in Hawaii, deployments to Kandahar, Afghanistan, and assignments at Fort Bliss, Fort Stewart, Fort Bragg, and overseas in Korea. Sadly, due to a right-arm inj...

Today’s guest Ricardo Hickel was born in Colombia and raised in the warmth of South Florida. He’s not only a dedicated father of three and a loving husband of 18 years, but also a former Marine Corps infantryman who served for eight years. His service took him to the frontlines of Operation Iraqi Freedom, pirate-infested waters, and the role of shaping future officers. In Iraq, he earned a Purple...

Today’s guest Yhaiden Valentine is an 18-year-old powerhouse who has just completed the grueling boot camp at Parris Island, South Carolina, and is ready to share his extraordinary journey with you. Join us on this compelling podcast as we dive deep into the life-changing experiences, the challenges, and the transformation that comes with becoming a United States Marine fresh out of boot camp. Yha...

Meet your hosts.  Natalia Earle, a certified business and life coach, and host of the multi award-winning "buckleUp!" Podcast. With a diverse background in entrepreneurship and corporate education, she inspires and empowers individuals in 37 countries to embrace personal growth with grace and wisdom. Angelo Martinez is a seasoned Operations Manager and Military Veteran with 8 years of ex...