Tracer Burnout

Our first Korean War veteran, Mr. Bobby Lambert, joins us in-studio to tell us about his experiences in the Forgotten War.  He tells us about being rejected by the Navy, his mother signing him up for the Army, cold weather training in Japan, and freezing his tail off in Korea.  From sniper fire to Pork Chop Hill and from checking for booby traps to delayed onset PTSD and dreaming of becoming an en...

“I made that decision to live my life in his honor.”  In this episode, Army veteran and country music star, Mr. Ryan Weaver, joins us in our virtual studio. He tells us how he followed the family tradition of service and following his brothers' example to transition from analyzing intelligence to piloting helicopters.  He also discusses the upside to getting to see the 'big picture'...

In this Quick Hit, Army veteran, Mr. JP Lane, joins us in our virtual studio to tell us about his devastating injuries in Afghanistan, how faith and music helped him recover physically and mentally, and why he doesn't have the voice for country music. https://www.jpsjourney.com/ Theme song by EduardBykovets via Pixabay. Support the show https://tracerburnout.com/

“Marine Corps bootcamp is the funniest place that you are not allowed to laugh.” Marine Corps veteran, Mr. JP Sircy II, sits down with us in the Tracer Burnout studio to tell us about his impulsivity leading him to follow a family tradition of service. From monthly training as a Reservist to full-time chaos in Fallujah, Iraq, to a surprising exit from the Corps - Mr. Sircy's time in uniform w...

In this Quick Hit, we are celebrating two years of Tracer Burnout and all of the lessons learned the hard way since we began. There are many of them; from our origin story to embarrassing failures to “Kevin McAllister” trying to rip us off, we cover quite a few things to give the listener a little peek behind the curtain.  Theme song by EduardBykovets via Pixabay.  Support the show https://tracerb...

“No flag - no bag.” *Content Warning: In this episode, we discuss sexual assault, which may be distressing for some. Listener discretion is advised.* Air Force veteran and artist, Mrs. Yelizaveta “Liz” Taylor, joins us in our virtual studio for this episode to tell us about her service in not one, but two different career paths she had while in service.  From immigrating from Ukraine to the US, to...

Inventor, author, entrepreneur, and Army and law enforcement veteran, Mr. Steven Ferrell, joins us in the virtual studio for our first Quick Hit of 2026! Steven tells us about how his injury led him to an invent a unique piece of fitness equipment (BenchBlokz), start his own business, and continue to invent more fitness related gear.  He also tells us about the flood of copycats and knock-offs tha...

"I was a product of the Cold War."  Army veteran, Mr. Bob Charles, joins us in-studio for this episode to tell us about his journey. From joining the Army Reserves and mobilizing for Desert Storm, to slinging pizzas and concrete after separation; rejoining after 9/11 and deploying to Iraq, joining the Civil Affairs Corps; golfing with 2-star generals, angry mothers-in-law, and pink soju...

We're kicking off 2026 with our first Navy SEAL! Mr. Tommy Richardson joins us in studio to tell us about being bullied as kid, following the family tradition of service into the Marine Corps, and getting issued riot gear after the September 11th attacks. The Corps may have sent him to the Philippines, Iraq, and Haiti, but the fun really started when he decided to become a SEAL. From a busted...

It's the final episode of 2025! We begin with a little bit of self-reflection, a lot of thanks for our audience and guests, and the obligatory gift exchange.  Then it's time for another international Christmas journey as Dan leads Roger through the traditions and cuisines that people may encounter if they can't be home for the holidays.  Afterwards, we return home to relax with a ta...

Mrs. Lisa Kalkes joins us for this Quick Hit to tell us about Veteran Benefits Guide, how they help veterans get the benefits they deserve and how they’re different from so-called “claim sharks”, and a little advice for veterans looking to file their first claim. Theme song by EduardBykovets via Pixabay.  Support the show https://tracerburnout.com/

“I’m angry at God and so if I can just convince myself I don’t believe in Him, maybe I don’t have to feel this anymore.” In this episode, we are joined in-studio by Army veteran and pastor, Mr. John Murphy. John tells us about his family's long line of aviators, his mom trying to discourage him from joining the military, some sobering experiences in Afghanistan, his struggles to adjust after...

It’s a pie-stravaganza and our second annual Thanksgiving Special! In this episode, we talk about the town that canceled the holiday, the woman responsible for everyone's favorite Thanksgiving dish, the best post-banquet libation - plus stabbing parade floats, Roger's pumpkin pie woes, Dan doubles down on cranberry sauce, and so much more! Happy Thanksgiving! The theme song for this epis...

For this Quick Hit, we're talking with Mr. Mike Morgan, the founder of Flags of the Fallen and Thirteen Heroes, about what stirred his passion for veterans and first responders, why the spirits business is fueling his charitable works, and his outrageous belief that you can do great things for others and have fun doing it! https://flagsofthefallen.org/ https://www.thirteenheroes.com/ Theme so...

We're back in the Tracer Burnout studio and sit down with Army veteran, Mr. Joe Campbell. He started his career in the National Guard watching over bunkers in the Utah desert and then decided to go active Army so the fun could really begin!  From Idaho to Germany, to saving lives as a flight medic in combat zones; from surviving a MEDEVAC helicopter crash to never leaving anyone behind; and r...

“When you do find the tribe and the right help, boy does it open up doors!” Marine Corps veteran, Ms. Sarah George, joins us in our virtual studio and tells us about her two attempts at boot camp, being part of the initial push of the Iraq War, some of the personal difficulties that ultimately led her to leave the Corps, and the ups and downs of life afterwards that finally led her to helping othe...

“When it hits you, it is such an intense experience.”  Marine Corps veteran and entrepreneur, Mr. Cassidy Nolan, joins us in our virtual studio and tells us how he got hooked by the Marine Corps' awesome commercials, how a trip to Colombia (the country) nearly ended his dreams early, the completely different reasons that both of his tours in Afghanistan ended early, and all about the wild rol...

Little Heathen’s Brewery founder and owner, Mr. Adam Terry, joins us in the studio for this Quick Hit to tell us about how a home brewing kit sparked his passion for craft beer, some of the challenges he faced getting started, and how some brews only a brewer can love. Support the show https://tracerburnout.com/

“What do I do with this second chance?” In this episode, we welcome Army veteran and fellow podcaster, Mr. Nicholas Allen. He shares his journey, recounting how his rejection from the Marine Corps for having “too many tattoos” led him to the Army. He explains that Army doctors were so incompetent that they nearly killed him, his determination to join Special Forces, and the recurring injuries that...

The founder/owner of Aviator Home Loans, Mr. Steven Ton, is with us in the virtual studio to talk to us about VA loans, dispel some common myths, reveal a few secrets that banks would prefer you didn't know, fill us in on an important policy change, and his mission to help a veteran every day! Theme song by EduardBykovets via Pixabay.  Support the show https://tracerburnout.com/

“You never give up.” In the virtual studio with us is Army veteran, author, and poet, Mr. C. Marsh Bull. He tells us about being sent to Saudi Arabia instead of Vietnam, how the military prepared him to succeed in various business environments, the many tragedies he's endured, and how he has remained so positive and resilient in his second bout with cancer.  In the Free Fire Area, it's t...

For this episode, one of Team RWB's original members joins us in our virtual studio. Mike "Sully" Sullivan is here to tell us about how Team RWB was started, how it's grown to massive membership across all services, why the Team's mission is important, and how he's going to lead the way when he officially takes charge in October! Support the show https://tracerburnout...

“There’s a reason why I am here today.” In this episode, we are joined in the studio by Army National Guard veteran, Mr. Tyler Pollard. He tells us about how his mom prepared him for joining the military, being made the platoon leader because he was in ROTC, scuffles with the 82nd in Kuwait, and the joy of being in Officer Candidate School (OCS) during COVID. We also discuss his trauma from his ti...

In this Quick Hit, we speak with Army veteran, photographer, fitness coach, and football mom, Ms. Alyssa Michelle. She tells us about starting her business LFP Creative, her sneaky ninja photo shoots, fitness competitions that don’t require rolling around in the mud, her reading interests, and more! https://lfpcreativeinc.mypixieset.com/ Theme song by EduardBykovets via Pixabay. Support the show h...

“Life is a sport; be good at it." In this episode, Marine Corps veteran, Mr. Joe "Bulldog" Adcox, joins us in our virtual studio to tell us about a couple of years of hard living after high school leading him to 20 years in the Corps, how he knew he was in it for the long haul very early on, why wearing "the hat" doesn't make you a Drill Instructor, and the leadership...