Pit-Talk (Pulling Pits and Opinions)

In this episode, host Gunny G interviews Captain Riley Tejcek, an active-duty Marine and aspiring Olympian. Riley shares her journey from being a Division I college softball player to joining the Marine Corps, highlighting the challenges of balancing military duties with her athletic aspirations. She emphasizes the importance of faith, time management, and community support. Riley discusses how he...

In this conversation, Gunny G and Joshua Garcia Soto discuss Joshua's military background, his transition to civilian life, and the challenges he faced along the way. They explore the importance of resilience, accountability, and support systems in military and personal contexts. Joshua shares his experiences with mental health, the significance of having a plan for transitioning out of the mi...

In this engaging conversation, host Gunny G and guest Jackie Barnum discuss her journey as a logistics officer in the Marine Corps, her mentorship experiences, and social media's impact on military communication. Jackie shares insights on her mentor program, which connects service members with mentors, and emphasizes the importance of using social media for positive influence. She discusses the im...

Check out Jeremy Graves and the IGOTNEXTSPORTS crew and their journey: the good, the bad, and the ugly of small business and entrepreneurship. You do not want to miss it. Check us out on Spotify or everywhere you get your podcast, and follow, like, and subscribe.

We decided to do a late-night chop-it-up session where we shoot the S$%^! #IYKYK. Policies, opinions, and pit-talk since locker room talk is inappropriate. Check us out everywhere you get your podcast or just on Spotify. Support the cause @ https://pit-talk-podcast.square.site/ or at social media @ Twitter @ Instagram @YouTube @Facebook LET US KNOW WHAT YOU THINK!

Ladies and gentlemen, have you ever wondered what is the Equal Opportunity Representative? What is the Prohibited Activities and Conduct Order? Do these types of policies positively or negatively affect military readiness? We discuss this with Gunnery Sergeant Allen Mann, who offers insight on the EOR and the PAC order. We ask the tough questions that ALL service members are sometimes afraid to as...

In this episode, host Gunny G interviews Eric Dille, a Marine Corps veteran who shares his life story from his upbringing in California to his experiences in the military, including Desert Storm and Ranger School. Eric discusses the challenges of transitioning to civilian life, the importance of mental health, and how swimming became a therapeutic outlet for him. He emphasizes the need for veteran...

In this episode, host Gunny G, interviews special guest Alex Lim, a Marine Corps public affairs officer. They discuss Alex's background, military service, and his current role as the Entertainment Media Liaison for the Marine Corps. They also touch on topics such as toxic leadership and exploring one's sphere of influence. They also emphasize the need for leaders to insulate their subordinates fro...

Do you ever wonder what the young cats are thinking? Are they inspired by the leaders, mentors, or teachers? Are you continuing the transformation as leaders or being lazy and irrelevant? The questions are for you to answer; however, we provide insight from the young mind and his opinions matter with your special guest Marquise Miller. So check us out everywhere you get your podcast or on Spotify...

Have questions about the transition and your readiness when it's time? Is the program enough for you? Is it sufficient for your family? Jesse Beaubrun (@GunnyGumby) explains his experience, concerns, and solutions with the Transition Readiness Program. Check us out everywhere you get podcasts or on Spotify.

Till death do us part or till the military divorcees us, which one will you be? Our special guest Chief Warrant Officer-3 Antonio Tyler, will help break down this statistic and provide some insight and solutions to help understand this problem in the military. So check us out everywhere you get your podcast but for the best platform, Spotify.   Instagram Facebook Twitter https://goodmenproject.com...

The HSST is out, and all prime candidates have been selected. Now it's time for the Marines to accept the findings. The drill instructor session one talks about the good, the bad, and the ugly of drill instructor duty, which is the hardest SDA of them all. Let's talk about it. Everywhere you get your podcast.

The session is brought to you by the Assistant Commandant of the Marine Corps at the annual West naval conference here that recruiting remains a "strategic challenge," but that the Marines will address the problem their way via a route that doesn't involve stacks for those who join." You do not bind to get rich, so what's the problem? Let's talk about it with our special guest MSgt Pedro Zuniga. L...

In this episode, Gunny G interviews Mike, a veteran with a rich military history. Mike shares his journey from enlisting in the Marine Corps at 17, his deployment experiences, and the challenges he faced transitioning to civilian life. He discusses the differences in support for veterans over the years, the importance of finding a fulfilling job, and the impact of military life on family dynamics....

In this episode, host Gunny G interviews Elijah Maine, a retired Navy Chief Petty Officer with a wealth of experience in both military service and entrepreneurship. Elijah shares his journey from growing up in a challenging environment to serving 20 years in the Navy, where he learned valuable leadership skills. He discusses the significance of Chief Season in shaping his leadership style and how...

These are the leftovers of "The Recruiter Session One," where we cover whether or not Marines want to go back to the Recruiting SDA. Honesty is the best policy! The good, the bad and the ugly with SSgt James Nunez and GySgt Travis Ryan. Check us out everywhere you get your podcast on Spotify, iHeart Radio, Apple Podcast, Amazon Music and anywhere else. Subscribe and Like  Linktree SSgt Nunez: Inst...

The session concerns the potential end of "misgendering" in boot camp, especially in the United States Marine Corps. There is potential to unleash pandora's box but most importantly Jeremy Graves (Special Guest) lets us know if the machine is not broken don't fix it because if you do you will break it. Let's talk about it.   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pittalk_podcast/ Facebook: https://w...

In the midst of the HSST Marines become the perfect prospect for "Recruiting." Listen to SSgt Nunez as he breaks down the good, the bad, and the ugly in a two-part session of some good gouge! #IFYKY. Don't be a "BRAVO." Reach SSgt Nunez on Instagram: @noony.tunez12

New in 2023: Independent sexual assault prosecutions coming soon and what the independent special victims team is empowered with and troops are now entitled to 12 weeks of leave after birth and adoption of child. Let's talk about it. Special guest: Pete Zuniga. 

What every military member experiences one-way shape or form so, if you know you know! LtCol Freddie Perez sheds light on the officer's perspective on what is "Toxic Leadership." Is it a trait or an experience? Only time will tell, but do tell! Like us everywhere you get your podcast.  https://www.instagram.com/thefreddieperez/ https://www.instagram.com/pittalk_podcast/ https://www.facebook.com/pr...

This episode quickly breaks down certain opinions on this topic and sheds light on the realties on the exemptions and accommodations. Viewer discretion advised!  Follow us at: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCZtMgWo-u0qmreZ32rFFFjg https://twitter.com/PitTalkPodcast1 https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100088679032653 https://www.instagram.com/pittalk_podcast/ And everywhere you get your podc...

In this conversation, Gunny G and Patrick Shuman discuss the challenges and experiences of transitioning from military to civilian life. Pat shares his journey from serving in the Marine Corps to working in corporate America, highlighting the difficulties of finding purpose and community post-service. They delve into the impact of COVID-19 on this transition, the importance of family, and the tool...

Being in the military has a lot of stressors and because of those active duty military are presented with some trauma. We are here to discuss different experiences with PTSD and combat for an active duty Marine by the name of Garrett Burn.  References: https://www.ptsd.va.gov/understand/common/common_veterans.asp https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5047000/

In this episode, Gunny G interviews Chief Warrant Officer Victor de la Flor, who shares his journey from the Marine Corps to civilian life. Victor discusses his 20-year career in the Marines, the challenges of transitioning to civilian life, and how his military experience has shaped his business endeavors and personal development. He emphasizes the importance of communication, discipline, and sel...

In this episode, Gunny G interviews William J. Williams, a retired Gunnery Sergeant from the Marine Corps. They discuss Williams' military background, experiences in Vietnam, and the challenges of transitioning to civilian life. The conversation delves into the importance of mental health awareness among veterans, the struggles with the VA system, and the impact of survivor's guilt. Williams share...