The Lost Art Project: Veterans’ Voices

Tune in for the weekly FireSide Chat w/ the Crew as they discuss the latest news and spirited discussions. 

Tune in for a wild episode. AJ and Mike host special guest Jennifer Alarafi on the show to discuss her husband and the false alligations against her. She struggled to get any information or even advocate for her husband due to the allegations.  Jennifer wants to set the record straight and help others that might end up in a similar situation.

From a small town in Wisconsin, Benjamin Mattson, decided to leave the small town for Marine Boot Camp. From his first time on a plane to San Diego he was ready for world travel. Earning the title he found himself as an Aircraft Mechanic on his way to Okinawa Japan. Learning the ropes and traveling the far east he eventually made it back to the states where he finished out his contract before ente...

Alicia Grados, Army Veteran, is a fantastic example of success in the Armed Services. Joining the Army as an enlisted soldier she quickly decided to move into the officer ranks. Having her degree in finance you would think she would be placed in a position to utilize her expertise but the Army had different plans. Her journey put her in different positions and jobs that challenged her and gave her...

Tune in for a fun filled journey from Navy/Marine/Army veteran, David Hull. His journey begins in the Navy which showed him the ropes of military life. He eventually decided to leave the Navy and eventually joined the Marine Corps. His stint in the Corps was as good an experience as he could have and eventually left the Corps. Upon departing he worked in the civilian sector where he eventually joi...

Tune in for the latest FireSide Chat with loads of impactful discussions about the VA, Disability, News Outlets reporting news that discourages veterans to submit claims. People need to know the impacts of their reporting. 

Join AJ and the Crew as they have special guest and the first General Officer on the show, Major General Ryan Heritage, as he discusses his Marine Corps experience and gives some good lessons learned / his philosophy on leadership. An incredible leader who worked his way up the ranks until he achieved the General Officer Ranks. His candor and honest dialogue will keep you riveted and ready to hear...

Tune in as AJ has a discussion with Marine Veteran, Jesse Kindelspire, about a noble project. The Veterans' Cemetery Mapping Project was thought up by Jesse when he learned in many cemeteries across the country the veterans who are laid to rest are not in any database reflecting their service as a veteran and what they did. Jesse decided to find the right young citizen to take the project and get...

Tune in for a fascinating story of Marine Veteran Todd Messina. A motivated Marine with an interesting journey through his time in service. You don't want to miss part 1 of his story. 

Tune in for an awesome Marine Veteran story, Mike Jeffries, as he tells his unique journey in the Marine Corps. From college to going to flight school and eventually becoming a helicopter pilot who did missions in Viet Nam. His military journey set him up for his journey in the civilian sector where he had an amazing career in the air industry. Being an incredible influence on his kids and grandki...

Tune in for a spirited discussion with AJ and the Crew. The discussions delve into the Secretary of War meeting with the generals and senior enlisted, the government shut down, and veteran service organizations. A heated discussion with twists and turns. 

Tune in as AJ and Mike discuss the podcast, ways to support, and interact with social media posts. A fun episode between two good friends. 

Tune in for Marine Veteran Jason Lowe as he discusses growing up in a small West Virginia town, heading to Boot Camp, and becoming an electrician. His experience was full of adversity and shaming from fellow Marines. Finding himself getting out then trying to find relief in the bottom of a bottle he eventually overcame his struggle with alcohol and went on to do great things. This is a great story...

Listen to Volker Heyde, Marine Veteran, as he talks about growing up in Germany while his father, German Soldier & Courier, fought in WWII. Once the war was over they all immigrated from Germany to the United States and became American citizens. Volker joined the Marine Corps and vowed to himself that he would serve overseas and got the opportunity to serve in Japan twice. After serving he was...

Join AJ as he listens to Wayne Miller, Marine Veteran, as he tells of joining the Corps, shipping to Vietnam and getting a catastrophic injury. Despite his injury he made an incredible recovery and went on to do things he thought he would never be able to do again. His story is an inspiration and needs to be heard by all.  If you believe in preserving veteran stories and want to help support us in...

Join AJ and the Crew as they have meaningful discussions on the latest happenings in the country and what our military / veteran community are doing. It' a great discussion and a must see. 

Tune in as AJ, Mike, and Jim as they visit with Army Veteran, Stevo Stephens. He discuses 1812 Production, his books, and new podcast. He explains his career and the struggles he has had which has given him his drive to help the veteran community. Stevo is a veteran advocate for mental health and PTSD, a two time award winning author with three published books. His third book is dropping on Hallow...

Tune in for Vietnam Veteran, Rusty Hurst, as he tells his story of service. He discusses his time in service as a motor transport operator that was thrust into artillery. Learning artillery on the job proved to be positive in the long run and he gained a secondary MOS as well. Don't miss this fascinating story of service.  If you believe in preserving veteran stories and want to help support us in...

Tune in for Marine Veteran, Rick Parker, as he discusses his time in the Marine Corps. From Boot Camp in San Diego, which was shortened while he was there to send Marines to Viet Nam, to serving in transportation in California, Okinawa, and North Carolina. A great American and Marine veteran.   If you believe in preserving veteran stories and want to help support us in our mission of getting veter...

Tune in for Marine Veteran, Jim McDade, as he tells his story of service. From a small town in West Virginia he joined the Marine Corps to be a better person. He was given the job of Forward Observer where he was attached to Artillery. Due to his unique job he did many training evolutions with both Marine artillery and Naval gunfire units. Spending time in Japan and California he eventually got ou...

Tune in for this week's FireSide Chat w/ the Crew. AJ starts out strong but quickly had to bow out for a while to let the storm roll by so he had service. Aaron and Vick held down the show until AJ could make it back on. The Crew was also joined by Kelli Kersey. 

Tune in as AJ streams on TikTokers, Facepages, Xers, and The YouTubes. Expecting at least one crew member AJ ends up All By Himself but adapts and overcomes like any good Jarhead should. He takes the time to explain his online presence and all things he is doing, as well as, visits with Robert Hare as he makes comments. 

Tune in for part 2 of Marine and Air Force reserve veteran, Chuck Karalenas, as he discusses his experiences in the Marine Corps and Air Force reserves. With his fair share of good times but also his share of difficult times. He speaks frankly about his time in service which was full of trials and tribulations.  If you believe in preserving veteran stories and want to help support us in our missio...

Tune in for part 1 of Marine and Air Force reserve veteran, Chuck Karalenas, as he discusses his experiences in the Marine Corps and Air Force reserves. With his fair share of good times but also his share of difficult times. He speaks frankly about his time in service which was full of trials and tribulations. 

Tune in for a powerful veteran story. Bonnie Shaw gives a glimpse into military service as a Female Marine. She experienced everything from cat calls to being stalked by a Marine SNCO. During the experience she had to live through being an outcast in her own shop due to the rumors and hate that was sent her way. After experiencing the worst in the Corps she was eventually sent to another duty stat...