The Lost Art Project: Veterans’ Voices

Mike Fallon discusses his next assignment in the Marine Corps. From Recruiting to MCRD San Diego with Recruit Training Regiment. Listen to his key leadership during a time that the Recruit Depot needed a little improvements in training. Mike was instrumental in gather intel, changing training routines, and proving a more effective training regiment that is still carried out today. 

Tune in for Army veteran Rich LaMonica as he discusses his veteran story. Growing up in New Jersey he was the first in his family to join the military and became a Chemical Operations Specialist. He made his career going to several duty stations and overseas to Korea. Along the way he learned leadership from the finest soldiers which served him well on deployments.    

Col retired Mike Fallon continues discussing his incredible career where he goes to advanced schooling then getting selected for Recruiting Duty. One of the hardest if not hardest job in the Marine Corps. Very demanding job with high stakes. Given two months to turn everything around he accepted the challenge and accelled. Don't miss this part of his story.  

Tune in as the Crew discusses the Auction Results and enjoys some good discussions on the latest news across the nation. The crew also got back in the normal routine for the different segments. A good episode with some great discussions. 

Tune in for the kick off of our auction to raise funds for The Tun Legacy Foundation to bring back the Iconic Tun Tavern in Philadelphia. Our first auction to benefit a 501 (c) 3. Be sure to go check out the auction website to bid on an item or two. You have until 6 Jul @ 5 pm central to win an item.  https://go.rallyup.com/thelostart-thetunlegacyfoundation

Mike is back with his latest story with incredible details about everything happening around his career. An amazing episode just like all his very accurate and historical accounts. Be sure to catch part 4 in his series of episodes with AJ. From Israel to 6th Marines where the air lift capability was demonstrated in real world missions in Florida for the Mariel Boat lift. 

Tune in for Vietnam Navy Corpsman veteran Dave Snider as he tells his veteran story. From humble beginnings to eventually working up to becoming a Navy Corpsman. As he was selected to deploy to Vietnam he was lucky to get stationed with Recon before getting sent to work at a hospital. His description of his time deployed is incredible and worth the time to watch. 

Tune in for NASCAR driver and Marine veteran, Josh White, as he tells his story of service. Being the first in his family to join the military he decided it was best to go with the Marine Corps for the challenge. As a reservist he did his time all while continuing his race car driving career. After getting out he made his way up the circuit and now is preparing for the big race at Bristol. A great...

Join the crew as they discuss current topics and just enjoy each others company. Jokes and jabbing back and forth continues to draw the crew closer every day. 

Join AJ as he has a FireSide Chat with the Crew, Jim Russell, and Fantom of Valkyrie Recovery Art Works. Fantom gifted AJ with a painting which is unveiled during the podcast. Then the Crew, Jim, and Fantom all discussed the upcoming Auction to raise funds for The Tun Legacy Foundation. A great visit and discussion with veteran friends. 

Tune in as Marine Veteran Jennifer Jefferson discusses the non profit Focus Marines Foundation. This non profit has been helping Marines since 2010 with over 1160 veterans who has attended. The organization focus to find ways to deal with complex and emotional issues that took place before, during or after their military service. The tools and techniques they were given at FOCUS have given them a...

Tune in for Marine Veteran, Tom Smith, as he discusses growing up playing football & baseball then joining the Marine Corps as a Supply Marine. He shares his experiences at Camp Lejeune and life as a Marine in Hawaii. After service he got involved with mentoring and counseling which he has helped many veterans on their journey in the civilian world. Both AJ and Tom discuss the Marine Corps Lea...

Retired Col Mike Fallon continues his incredibly detailed story. He has given details of not just his point of view but the why of what was happening at each scenario. This episode takes us from Vietnam to his time back in the states up to his deployment to Israel with the UN. An incredible journey worth listening to. 

Join the Crew for their weekly FireSide Chat where the Crew discusses the latest in news and current events that impact our military and veterans. A fun filled episode where there is great interaction from listeners during the live recording. 

Tune in for an incredible story of Marine veteran, Dan Wilson, as he tells his powerful story of service and sacrifice. Joining the Corps as an enlisted Marine after several years of college he rose rapidly through the ranks. Deciding he wanted to be in the infantry he became an officer where he was deployed / served in critical roles for the Marine Corps. At his last duty station he was faced wit...

Join AJ and the Crew as they talk with Marine Veterans James Harvey & Jim Russell. A fun filled episode with loads of boot camp stories from several generations.

Join AJ as he interviews Marine Veteran Carlos Garcia. Carlos joined the Corps directly out of high school in New York. Shipping to Boot Camp during the hight of summer he learned what hot and humid really was. Becoming a Supply Marine he spent 2.5 years over in Japan before getting out to continue on in a very successful corrections career. He has been involved heavily in the Marine Corps League...

Join the Crew as we discuss the latest in Military news and the proper use of the Marines, National Guard / Air Guard, Federal & state Law enforcement. A great discussion worth watching. 

Tune in for an interesting episode with Tina Harvey, Marine Corps League Public Relations representative as she discusses her experience with the Marine Corps League and the role of Public Relations. She also gives insightful information about social media and how social media can help the service organizations. 

Tune in for Part 2 of Marine Colonel Mike Fallon as he discusses his veteran story. From growing up as a Marine brat, college, OCS/TBS, Recon School, Deployment to Vietnam. His journey is incredible and everyone should take a listen.  His new book Hill 119, Defending a Reconnaissance Marine’ OP, Vietnam, 1969-1970 is currently available on amazon for pre-order.

AJ and Mike are joined by Marine Colonel Mike Fallon as he discusses his new book. A great explanation of life as a recon Marine during Vietnam war. You don't want to miss his incredible episode. His new book Hill 119, Defending a Reconnaissance Marine’ OP, Vietnam, 1969-1970 is currently available on amazon for pre-order.

Tune in for part 1 of Marine Colonel Mike Fallon as he discusses his veteran story. From growing up as a Marine brat, college, OCS/TBS, Recon School, Deployment to Vietnam. His journey is incredible and everyone should take a listen.  His new book Hill 119, Defending a Reconnaissance Marine’ OP, Vietnam, 1969-1970 is currently available on amazon for pre-order.

Tune in for the weekly FireSide chat with the Crew. AJ, Mike, Vic, and Ryan have a fun filled time discussing current veteran news / topics as listeners chimed in during the live recording via Facebook and YouTube. 

Marine veteran Jim Rojas-Taylor discusses his military experience and how his life / military experience helped him in developing a way to cope with stress. Using his experiences, he wrote a book to shine a light on his discovery and to help those veterans that might be looking for ways to cope with difficulties.  Find his book "All Your Best Selves - How the performing arts toolkit can help you t...

AJ interviews Marine Veteran Stacie Black and has her tell her veteran story. From small town to Marine Boot Camp, From musician to accounting, Drill Instructor to 1stSgt her career was filled with pure motivation and great experiences. After serving 21 years she retired and took on another job as pastry chef. Her story is unique and a great example for Women in the military.