Herostock Nation Podcast

Hosted by Tom Lamog and Matthew Jones. Featuring Mitch Jewell of Nebraska Small Town Heroes, a non-profit organization in Ashland NE that hosts sporting events like mud volleyball and the golf scramble which benefit the local First Responders including the Ashland Police and Ashland Fire departments. Our musical guest is Scotti Fraser, a US Marine Corps Veteran and a Texas guitarist, singer/songwr...

Hosted by Tom Lamog and Matthew Jones. Featuring USMC Veteran, Kevin Gouran of Doc Goodbeard mens care products where it's "all about the beard, man!". Kevin talks about the business partnership with his long time friend from high school, and the struggles in his decision to carry on after the passing of his good friend. Products include balms, oils, washes and he even gives a how-to demonstration...

Hosted by Jason Steiner, and introducing interim host Tom Lamog. Jason and Tom talk about the upcoming changes to the podcast, some of the programs being planned, musical guests that will appear on the show, stories about the Herostock experience, and how to contact Jason to get involved with the Ashland concert event. To be a guest, please reach out to Jason: jason.herostock@gmail.com . Runtime 4...

Conversation with Derek Thompson about the recent cancellation of the Stars and Stripes Music Fest, his career in music with songwriting and guitar, his experience with mixed martial arts both as a spectator and as a fighter, and later closes the show with an acoustic performance. Let's Go! Runtime: 30 minutes. Watch the companion video at https://youtu.be/UEdZChoA3fo?si=VpHmr17WIQnm5hNu and also...

Hosted by Tom Lamog, and introducing interim co-host, Matthew Jones. Conversation with Paul Kavulak, Nebraska Brewing Company about his service in the US Marine Corps, starting up the business with wife Kim, making connections in the community, becoming involved with brewing, music tastes and much more. Runtime 57 minutes Watch the companion video at https://youtu.be/5qXpy-bcJec?si=xYOKYSEt0IqbHlf...

Conversation with Joe Ortiz, the lead singer with the band, Lockjaw who introduces the band members, talks about shooting the video for their song "I Can't Escape", songwriting, going on the road, and performing at Herostock Ashland's Rock Night. Followed by conversation with songwriter and bandleader Tony Traynor of The Traynr Band who talks about the musicians in the band, being the band's songw...

Interview with Country Singer/Songwriter, Elvie Shane whose song "My Boy" launched his music career after the song went platinum in sales. Shane talks about his first album Backslider which contained "My Boy", then his follow up Damascus which had its own set of unique challenges throughout the album's lifecycle. Followed by our interview with Chris Holt, lead singer and guitarist for South of Cen...

In this episode, we're joined by Kimberly Meyer, singer/songwriter, Army veteran, United Republic Recording artist who is also making a return to the Herostock stage after last year’s appearance in a duet, and at the Writers round at Ashland 2024. Kimberly is joined by her bandmate, violinist/fiddle player Howard. Our next guest is no stranger to Herostock Nation. Followed by the band, Die Tired w...

Meet the band, Gallivant from Omaha NE. Sam, Joe and Dax talk about coming together in college, a musical journey that began at a young age, their latest release and video, " Life As It Goes", talk about their current tour, the experiences of being in a classic-rock driven power trio as singers, songwriters, and multi-instrumentalists. We also ask them about their musical influences, and songs the...

Featuring one of our non-profit organizations that attended Herostock Ashland, Operation Freedom Exchange. Co-founders, William "Joe" Chabino, a US Navy Veteran and President and VP, Susan Parnell, one of the owners of Custom Auto in Sedalia MO share the stories behind the passion of their work, along with Joe's intriguing stories about his military service. Later in the hour, Shannon Book Music s...

Herostock's founder and president, Jason Steiner and VP Natasha Mondero join in a roundtable discussion about Herostock '25 highlights, favorite moments and plans for Herostock '26. Musical guest is US Army Veteran, Newnan GA Singer/Songwriter John Hensley who shares his personal stories from serving during Operation Iraqi Freedom, music and songwriting, and his newest album release, "Long Hard Ro...

Introducing US Army Veteran Chris Parks, a good friend of Herostock Secretary and all around great guy, Anthony Lujan . Their stories of serving together, lasting friendships, camaraderie, personal challenges, and mutual support may get eyes just a little salty, especially when they talk about Chris's business venture called SmokinRWB. ​Then it's a conversation with former US Navy Corpsman, Countr...

Introducing Rick Yee, Owner/Founder of A Warrior's Way Mindset. Rick is an influential speaker, thought leader, and advocate for personal empowerment and authentic living and discusses his experiences at Herostock. He also shares his thoughts on work he does as a mental health coach and trainer, and the free resources he makes available online. Later, co-host Matthew Jones shares one of his origin...