The Lost Art Project: Veterans’ Voices

Tune in for a FireSide Chat w/ the Crew and special guest from Valkyrie Recovery Art Works Fantom Squirrel Howell. We discuss the latest veteran topics as well as Fantom's artwork. A great episode with friends just having fun. Be sure to join. 

Check out this previous episode with Norman & Lisa Torres of Dos Perros Coffee out of Texas. A great veteran story and veteran owned business. Be sure to support them in their endeavors.  dosperroscoffee.com

Tune in for this week's FireSide Chat with the Crew. Enjoy the discussions and interactions during the live recording. A great show. 

Tune in as AJ discusses the latest update on the podcast. Where he will be in the near future to how to help in supporting the podcast. Looking for veterans to tell their story and an opportunity for someone to parter with him as he pushes to expand the podcast.

Join AJ as he interviews Marine Officer Nate Wiegner and her tells his unique experience in the Marine Corps. From Enlisted boot camp to CW03 Soon to be CWO4. A Marine who excelled and has been on a fast track in his career. A true example of a Marine Officer and leader. Don't miss his story.

Tune in for retired LtCol Army veteran, Scott Redd, as he discusses his military career and also discusses the non-profit Wings of Valor Lodge. A career that took him overseas in Kuwait & Iraq at the start of the War on Terror and the build up as well as the opportunity to spend time in his home state during his career. After retirement he joined up with the non-profit to give veterans a place...

Enjoy an incredible journey of a Marine Officer, Tony Poletti, as he goes from Lieutenant to Colonel. Starting as a motor transportation officer he found himself navigating the active and reserve components where he was trained in several different jobs. Always excelling in whichever job he was placed afforded him unique opportunities in his career. 

Tune in for an interview with retired Marine Master Gunnery Sergeant and Drum Major for the President's Own Marine Band. Starting out in the Marine Corps as a Trumpet instrumentalist he quickly rose through the ranks becoming a Drum Major leading Marine bands on the March. Eventually winning the Assistant Drum Major position he honed his craft as a Drum Major and when the opportunity arose to audi...

Join AJ and the Crew for this Memorial Day Special with special guest Scotti Fraser Marine veteran and musician as he sings some of his original songs. Marine Forces Pacific Band Brass Quintet also joins in the podcast with some amazing music for the occasion. Everyone will get something out of this podcast and is a must see.

Tune in for a previously recorded podcast with Marine Veteran Ramon Villa. A hard charging and motivated Marine he rose to the rank of Master Gunnery Sergeant. He has several combat deployments and served as a coveted Drill Instructor. Don’t miss his story. 

Tune in for an intriguing interview with Author, Entrepreneur, and Motivational Speaker Eric Ranks. Eric is a proud Veteran Dependent, his father served, and Eric has served in a different way, as a family member supporting those who wear the uniform. Since April 2012, He has led a nonprofit dedicated to supporting Veterans and First Responders, and since December 2021, he has also been building a...

Tune in for a great interview with Marine Veteran, Helen Breen, state commandant for the Marine Corps League in South Carolina. As a combat correspondent she spent her days in the Marine Corps writing and reporting stories at Cherry Point, NC. Her skill set she learned has helped her in her life after the corps as she regularly puts those skills to work in her business and as the commandant. 

Tune in for a blast from the past where Army veteran Tim Dickinson discusses his career as both an enlisted soldier and officer. When faced with adversity Tim never gave up hope and continued to push forward. He wouldn't let a helicopter crash stop him. He is a great example of resilience in the face of adversity. 

Join the Crew for this weeks FireSide Chat where they discuss the latest veteran news and bring a new member into the fold, Air Force Veteran Ryan Rathbun. A breath of fresh air and a fun member to add. Enjoy their dialogue and get ready for a fun filled episode. 

Tune in for Air Force veteran, Ryan Rathbun as he tells his journey from a child of a Navy Father to becoming an Airman in the Air Force. As a reservist he spent much of his time serving in law enforcement in his community. He shares his life in the Air Force and in Law Enforcement. A great role model and example for our veterans and military members. 

Tune in as Marine Veteran, Howard Schaffer, discusses Chapel of Four Chaplains Foundation and what they do as a Veteran Service Organization. A very informative episode and look into the inner workings of the organization. Hearing Howard's stories is a plus and reminds us why we love being around fellow veterans.  

Air Force Veteran, Teyler Williston, tells his personal story about his time in service as an Air Force Reservist. Teyler was a FireFighter / First Responder in the Air Force where he deployed in this role. As a mentor/counselor for the Choctaw Nation Veterans he and his team are doing incredible things for their community. Tune in for a great informative story. 

Join AJ, Mark, and Vic as they discuss the latest veteran / military news and topics. A great discussion and fun times all the way around. 

Join AJ as he interviews Army Veteran Alan Stark. Alan tells his story of service in the National Guard then Active Duty Army. With his deployment he struggled with PTSD which wreaked havoc on his personal life. He explains his many challenges and how he has gotten to a better place in life. Truly, an inspirational story which all veterans need to hear. 

Enjoy Nick Hooe's veteran story where he spent his time deploying multiple times and switching his job along the way. His story is a truly epic journey with his own trials and tribulations that he has had to overcome. Don't miss this story. Well worth your time. 

Tune in as the Director of the Marine Corps History Division, Dr. Shawn Callahan, explains the exhibit they had at Modern Day Marine as well as discusses what all the History Division does on behalf of the Marine Corps. 

Tune in for this Marine Infantry Officers veteran story. Edmund Clayton tells his story of joining the Marine Corps late in life having to gain an age waiver to just join up. As an infantry officer he saw many deployments with his fair share of combat. An inspirational story worth listening to. 

AJ is joined by a couple of the crew, Mike and Vic, as they discuss the latest veteran topics and news as well as just have a good time. 

Tune in for an incredible story of service and sacrifice. Air Force Veteran Justin Jordan spent the majority of his time as a mortuary assistant where he was exposed to many harsh realities of war and death. Weighing heavily on him he had his moments of struggles which took years to process and manage. Now medically retired he works with Warriors Heart, a rehabilitation center in Texas that works...

Tune in for Marine Veteran Jesse Culpepper as he discusses his military journey. From boot camp to Motor Transport Driver he spent his time in Jacksonville, NC with 2d Marine Division. After a car accident he had troubles with his recovery which sent him with a medical retirement. Enjoy his story and his down to earth approach to life.