Best Corpsman Podcasts (2025)

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#355 Today's Boondoggle- from Corpsman to Showman with HM1 Shannon Book. 1:14:13

14d ago1:14:13

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Did a DUI & Combat Trauma Lead to Music That Heals? 🇺🇸🎶In this episode of Today’s Boondoggle, Bill sits down with the powerful voice and soul of veteran musician *Shannon Book* — former Navy Combat Hospital Corpsman and frontman of the band **Vetted**. From humble beginnings playing saxophone in school to being grilled by a tough-as-nails Marine Gu…

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EE 261: From Battlefield to Broken Heart: A Corpsman’s Story with Ricky Vann 2:32:22

27d ago2:32:22

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Episode 261 of the Endless Endeavor Podcast features a powerful and deeply personal conversation with my friend Ricky Vann. Ricky shares his journey into the Navy and his experiences as a Navy Corpsman, including a look into his combat deployments and how those shaped him as a sailor, husband, and father. What began as a discussion about military s…

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#357 Today's Boondoggle -Doin Time with Cliff Rigano of Dry Kill Logic 51:43

2h ago51:43

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Did Dry Kill Logic Just Make the Ultimate Comeback at RockvilleOn this explosive episode of Today’s Boondoggle, Bill catches up with Cliff Rigano of the legendary band Dry Kill Logic! From pounding on noisy toy drum kits as a kid to blowing minds at Welcome to Rockville after a 20-year hiatus, Cliff takes us on an unforgettable journey. Hear the ba…

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The Miracle Files: Stolen From Her Bed: Bella's Abduction 26:39

4d ago26:39

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Join Emily Jones and Holly Worthington as they dive into this heart wrenching story of a child abduction. Five-year-old Bella was taken by someone her family trusted — a man they never expected, their father's roommate: Bill Mix. In a matter of moments, a normal day turned into every parent’s worst nightmare. As the Amber Alert spread across Califo…

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EE 264: From Defendant to Dominance: Beating Murder Charges and Building an Empire with Tony Mont 2:44:44

6d ago2:44:44

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Episode 264 of the Endless Endeavor Podcast features Tony Mont—a guest I met completely by chance while speaking at the Grove Theater during a Bedros event last month. Tony was sitting front row, and after I handed him the mic and heard his short but powerful response, I knew immediately: I need to have this guy on the podcast. And here we are. Ton…

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CPT Kelly Elminger, U.S. Army, Iraq, Afghanistan, Paralympics 48:41

7d ago48:41

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Kelly Elmlinger was a three-sport athlete in high school. She excelled in cross country, basketball, and track. After considering military service, she decided to keep playing sports at the next level, but she quickly decided college was not for her. That's when she joined the Army and became a combat medic, eventually with the 82nd Airborne Divisi…

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#356 Today's Boondoggle- Talking Prison Ink with Tattoo Artist Paul Booth 32:12

7d ago32:12

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Can You Handle Paul Booth's Wild Ride from Crime to Ink Fame??On this episode of Today’s Boondoggle, we go full-throttle with legendary tattoo artist and entrepreneur Paul Booth! Buckle up as Paul shares jaw-dropping stories from his rebellious youth stealing cars to bus-hopping with Pantera and Sepultura, and eventually inking legends at Ozzfest a…

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EE 263: Being the Leader We Need with Joshua Dukes & Dave Barton 1:57:57

13d ago1:57:57

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Episode 263 of the Endless Endeavor Podcast features a powerful conversation with two men I have an immense amount of respect for—Dave Barton and Joshua Dukes. We were out in New Jersey for a wedding and decided to seize the moment to record an episode together. This one runs deep. Joshua opens up about the heartbreaking loss of his son, Trucker, a…

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Louis Bourgault, USMC, WWII, Iwo Jima, Bougainville 33:54

14d ago33:54

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Louis Bourgault was 16 years old when the Japanese attacked Pearl Harbor - too young to formally join the military. After his father rejected a teenage plot to go join the Canadian forces, Bourgault enlisted in the U.S. Marine Corps when he turned 17. After grueling basic training at Parris Island, Bourgault was tapped as a message runner. He was s…

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EE 262: Stones & Bones with Tyler Stanaway 2:16:36

20d ago2:16:36

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Episode 262 of the Endless Endeavor Podcast brings back my brother Tyler Stanaway for another round. We recently wrapped up another ceremony together, and as always, I like to unpack those experiences for the listeners. We know these episodes aren’t for everyone—but for those who do connect with this type of work, they can be life-changing. So we’l…

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LtCol Doug Bahrns, USMC, Iraq, Afghanistan, Battle of Fallujah 35:58

21d ago35:58

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Doug Bahrns knew he wanted to be a U.S. Marine Corps officer when he finished high school a couple of years before 9/11. He graduated from the Virginia Military Institute and was commissioned as a Marine Corps officer. After going to officer's training at Quantico, Bahrns was assigned command of 3rd Platoon, Alpha Company, 1st Battalion, 8th Marine…

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#354 Today's Boondoggle -Talking American Hardcore with Author and Filmmaker Steven Blush 1:09:12

21d ago1:09:12

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Did Capitol Hill & Punk Rock Save Steven Blush from Reagan’s America? 🤘🔥 On this episode of Today’s Boondoggle, we dive headfirst into the underground with author and filmmaker Steven Blush! 🎤 From a political awakening in Washington D.C. to the chaos of the Reagan Era, Steven takes us on a wild ride through the hardcore punk scene that changed his…

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SGT Scotty Hasting, U.S. Army, Afghanistan, Purple Heart 35:26

28d ago35:26

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Scotty Hasting is now a popular country music singer but his story of service will explain a lot about the performer you see today. Hasting grew up in the Cincinnati, Ohio-Northern Kentucky area and developed immense respect for the U.S. military from the movies and television shows he watched. He enlisted in the Army at age 21, which quickly made …

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#353 Today's Boondoggle -Pressing the Button with Sean Horror of Darkflow 41:08

28d ago41:08

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Did Darkflow’s Sean Horror Flee Chile to Escape Human Extinction? ?In this explosive episode of Today’s Boondoggle, we cross international borders to dive headfirst into the dark theatrical world of Sean Horror from the Swiss metal band Darkflow! From his early days crafting the Sean Horror persona at just 15, to collaborating with Andy LaRocque of…

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EE 260: Growing Into Your Purple Belt with Jake Cechini 2:20:39

1M ago2:20:39

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Episode 260 of the Endless Endeavor Podcast features a conversation with my uke and teammate, Jake Cechini, as we take a deep dive into his journey toward earning his purple belt. Jake has been one of the most consistent and dedicated members of our team over the past few years, and his growth on the mats is a direct reflection of that commitment. …

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PO2 Bob Ingram, U.S. Navy Corpsman, Vietnam, Medal of Honor 35:37

1M ago35:37

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Bob Ingram joined the Navy after graduating high school in 1963 to give himself some direction. He was initially assigned to work in electronics, but after getting a bad case of pneumonia, Ingram was so impressed by the dedication of the Navy corpsmen, that he decided to become one. Corpsman training was long and demanding and Marine Corps aid trai…

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#352 Today's Boondoggle -Tracking the Black Satellite with Larissa Vale 33:05

1M ago33:05

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Did She Really Tour with Marilyn Manson?! (Black Satellite Exclusive) ?Ever wonder what it’s like growing up on military bases, celebrating the 4th of July in Germany, and later touring with your childhood idol Marilyn Manson? On this electrifying episode of Today’s Boondoggle, Bill dives deep with Larissa Vale of the rising dark rock band Black Sa…

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EE 259: Q&A with Greg 1:15:59

1M ago1:15:59

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In Episode 259, we do another solo episode. As mentioned in the episode I recently did a plant medicine ceremony and haven't really felt like myself the last week or so I did not want my diminished state to have any type of negative impact on a potential guest interview, so I decided to take a couple weeks to myself and focus on solo episodes. Lots…

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CPL Harold Terens, U.S. Army Air Corps, World War II 33:55

1M ago33:55

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Harold Terens was just 18 years old and playing basketball with his friends when he heard the news of the Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor. Like many Americans, he had no idea where Pearl Harbor was but he definitely wanted to serve. He joined the U.S. Army Air Corps in 1942 with dreams of becoming a pilot. A vision test dashed those dreams but he q…

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#351 Today's Boondoggle- Making them Pay with Tim Misny 1:01:03

1M ago1:01:03

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Get ready for one of our most electric episodes yet! In this sit-down, Bill chops it up with none other than Cleveland legend and legal powerhouse Tim Misny! You’ve seen his face on billboards and heard his battle cry — “I’ll Make Them Pay!” But do you know the real story behind the man, the myth, the Misny? We dig deep into Tim’s humble beginnings…

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EE 258: The Forge Collective: Excellence & Camaraderie Summit 1:09:39

2M ago1:09:39

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In Episode 258, we’re doing a solocast where I discuss the Forge Collective: Excellence & Camaraderie Summit. I believe this kind of experience is something missing in many men’s lives, which is why I’ve created this comprehensive one-day program—to help men truly connect. Men need to take a deeper look within and ask themselves: What do I want? Wh…

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Captain Charles Plumb, U.S. Navy, Vietnam, POW 37:09

2M ago37:09

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Charlie Plumb ended up in the U.S. Navy because money was tight for his family and it was a big economic relief when he was recommended and accepted at the U.S. Naval Academy. Upon commissioning from Annapolis and competion of flight school, Plumb would soon be flying an F-4. Little did he know what awaited him just a few years later in Vietnam. Pl…

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#350 Today's Boondoggle- Diving Deep with Army Vet and Music Industry Legend Marko Shark Babineau 1:29:00

2M ago1:29:00

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*🎸How Did a Tank Mechanic Become a Music Industry Legend?🎤* Get ready for a wild ride through music history and military grit! In this episode of Today’s Boondoggle, Bill sits down with Army Veteran and music industry icon Marko “The Shark” Babineau. From growing up in gritty Boston and cashing paychecks at record stores, to being enlisted into the…

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EE 257: Married Game with Keith Yackey 1:18:40

2M ago1:18:40

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In Episode 257, we’re doing things a little differently! I was a guest on my friend Keith Yackey’s podcast, and we decided to release the episode on both of our platforms as a way to cross-pollinate our audiences and help spread a positive message. I was invited to record an episode of his podcast, Married Game, at his studio in Dana Point, CA. We …

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Kathleen Faircloth, Gold Star Mother of USMC LCpl. Bradley Faircloth 35:46

2M ago35:46

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Kathleen Faircloth received the news that no parent wants to get. In late November 2004, she learned that her son, U.S. Marine Corps Lance Corporal Bradley Faircloth, was killed during the Second Battle of Fallujah in Iraq. What followed was the anguish over losing her only child, slowly emerging from the immense grief that followed, and the unexpe…

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#349 Today's Boondoggle- Sweet Baby Jesus we are talking to Trace Foster of Close Enemies 1:04:13

2M ago1:04:13

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Did a KISS Moment & Melissa Etheridge Advice Change His Life? 🤯🎤 Get ready for one wild ride down Rock 'n' Roll memory lane! 🎶 In this episode of Today’s Boondoggle, Bill sits down with the ultimate guitar tech to the stars—yep, the guy who’s tuned axes for legends like Angus Young*, *Joe Perry*, and *Ronnie Wood*! From hilarious stories about grow…

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EE 256: Love or Fear with Emily Hayden 1:54:56

2M ago1:54:56

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Episode 256 of the Endless Endeavor Podcast features an amazing conversation with my good friend Emily Hayden! Emily and I first connected at Ian Smith’s Freedom Rally back in 2020, and we’ve been solid ever since. She’s an IFBB Pro, fitness model, podcast host, and transformational coach with a mission to help women evolve—physically, mentally, an…

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1LT Doug Greenlaw, U.S. Army, Vietnam, Silver Star 40:25

2M ago40:25

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Doug Greenlaw sees his life as a series of "lightning strikes." He was literally struck by lightning when he was 13 years old, thankfully making an immediate recovery. He later left Indiana University to join the Army, become an officer, and serve in in the Vietnam War - first as a platoon commander and then as a company commander. He arrived in Vi…

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#348 Today's Boondoggle- from Toy Story, Timberlake, to Metal with Justine of Employed To Serve 41:19

2M ago41:19

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*🎸Did Toy Story & Timberlake Turn Justine Jones Into a Metal Queen?🔥*This week on Today’s Boondoggle*, Bill crosses the Atlantic to hang with the incredible **Justine Jones* of UK heavy hitters *Employed to Serve**! From crushing major European festivals to collaborating with legends like **Jesse Leach (Killswitch Engage)* and **Will Ramos (Lorna S…

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EE 255: From Prison to Purpose: 22 Years to Find Freedom with Quan Huynh 2:04:52

2M ago2:04:52

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Episode 255 of the Endless Endeavor Podcast features an incredible conversation with Quan Huynh. Quan spent 22 years behind bars after a gang-related incident in 1999 in Hollywood, where he took another man’s life. But in the midst of serving a life sentence, Quan discovered a powerful truth: real freedom comes from within. Today, Quan is on a miss…

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S/Sgt Melvin Hurwitz, U.S. Army Air Corps, World War II 31:31

2M ago31:31

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Melvin Hurwirz was 16 years old when the Japanese attacked Pearl Harbor on December 7, 1941. Within just a few years, all four boys in his family were at war, each in a different branch of the service. After enlisting in the U.S. Army Air Corps, Hurwitz was assigned as a gunner and as a radio man for a B-17 bomber crew after an aptitude test showed…

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#347 Today's Boondoggle-Body Slams and Guitar Stacks with Envy Marshall 50:50

2M ago50:50

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\"🔥 What’s It Like to Train with Brock Lesnar & CM Punk? Envy Marshall Spills the Tea! 💥"In this episode, Bill travels down under to chat with the fierce and fabulous Envy Marshall! From her powerful background in professional wrestling to the wild stories of training with Brock Lesnar and CM Punk in OVW, Envy opens up like never before. She spills…

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EE 254: Long Range Shooting at Vortex! 1:26:56

3M ago1:26:56

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In Episode 254, we head to Barneveld, Wisconsin, to spend a couple of days with our friends at Vortex! This trip was all about getting hands-on with the Vortex Impact—a rifle-mounted laser rangefinder and ballistics computer. It’s an impressive piece of gear that we break down in today’s episode. But more importantly, it had been a while since Foul…

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Col. Anthony Wood, USMC, Vietnam, Evacuation of Saigon 38:00

3M ago38:00

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Anthony "Tony" Wood grew up in a Marine Corps family and enlisted to begin his own service in 1964. Before long he was commissioned as a USMC officer. His first deployment to Vietnam came shortly after the Tet Offensive. Initially trained as an infantry platoon commander, he soon found himself leading an armored platoon. Wood was deployed to Vietna…

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#346 Today's Boondoggle- Sounding the Alarm with Kevin Young of Disciple 1:03:51

3M ago1:03:51

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In this electrifying episode, Bill sits down with Kevin Young of the iconic band Disciple! Get the inside scoop on the upcoming deluxe edition of their album Skeleton Psalms, and hear about Kevin's personal struggles, victories, and the life-changing power of God's grace. They dive into the band’s hit single Sound The Alarm, its relevance today, an…

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#345 Today's Boondoggle- From Military to Millionaire with USMC Veteran David Pere 1:00:30

3M ago1:00:30

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In this episode, Bill chats with U.S. Marine Corps Veteran David Pere, the mastermind behind the Military to Millionaire program! From his love for Japanese culture to the wild culture shock of transitioning from Arkansas to the Marines, David shares his unique journey. Get ready for a fun conversation about the challenges and joys of life in the m…

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EE 253: Opening a Jiu Jitsu Academy 1:22:11

3M ago1:22:11

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Episode 253 of the Endless Endeavor Podcast is all about what it really takes to open and run a successful jiu-jitsu academy. A lot of our listeners are passionate practitioners, and I constantly get questions about the business side of things—everything from building the right culture to navigating the day-to-day operations. In this episode, I sha…

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Capt. Sarah Spradlin, USMC, Special Operations Command 35:13

3M ago35:13

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Sarah Spradlin knew she wanted to serve her nation in uniform, and to her the only option was the U.S. Marine Corps. She was commissioned as an officer after completing ROTC training at Virginia Tech in May 2001. Within months, the U.S. was at war following the 9/11 attacks. But Spradlin was not deployed to a war zone. After an assignment in Okinaw…

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#344 Today's Boondoggle- God Forbid we follow the Disciples Of Verity with Corey Pierce 1:03:52

3M ago1:03:52

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In this episode, Bill sits down with Corey Pierce, drummer of God Forbid and Disciples of Verity, for an electrifying conversation! Corey opens up about his fascinating journey from playing piano to becoming a powerhouse drummer. He shares how the legendary Dave Lombardo inspired his drumming, and how his love for BBQ cooking fuels his downtime on …

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#343 Today's Boondoggle -Navy Journalist Moe Taylor wielding the Brain Dagger 1:16:57

3M ago1:16:57

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In this episode, we chat with Moe Taylor, a former Navy Journalist and the creative mastermind behind Brain Dagger Films. Moe opens up about his wild ride from film school to journalism in the Navy, and how mental health, addiction, and psychedelics have played a role in shaping his life and work. We dive into his mind-blowing TRIP in Central Ameri…

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EE 252: Passion and Prosperity with Jerremy Newsome 2:23:28

3M ago2:23:28

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Episode 252 of the Endless Endeavor Podcast features an incredible conversation with Jerremy Alexander Newsome! Jerremy and I first connected at an event in Laguna Beach, and the bond was instant—it felt like meeting a long-lost brother. Since then, Jennifer Anderson and I have brought Jerremy on as our wealth coach, and he’s been teaching us inval…

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SFC James Thompson, U.S. Army Buffalo Soldiers, Korea 32:06

3M ago32:06

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James Thompson joined the U.S. Army in 1948, in part to avoid the consequences for his troubled behavior. Soon he was off to segregated training at Ft. Dix, New Jersey. Within a few months, Thompson was deployed to Europe, where he and the other troops were able to gain valuable training experience. The deployment was cut short, forces were brought…

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#342 Today's Boondoggle -Documenting the Sex Drugs and Rock n Roll with Lord Zane of Society1 1:12:17

3M ago1:12:17

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On this wild episode of Today's Boondoggle, Bill chats with Matt "Lord" Zane of Society 1, the shock rock band that shook the scene, and a powerhouse in the adult film world! Matt opens up about his unconventional career, drawing inspiration from filmmakers like David Lynch and David Cronenberg. He takes us through his musical roots, from growing u…

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Theory to Practice: Trust - Theory Episode 51:50

3M ago51:50

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EE 251: From Infantry Officer to Deputy to Entrepreneur with Brendan Weed 3:14:32

3M ago3:14:32

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In Episode 251, I sit down with Brendan Weed—a brother I met back in 2017 when we were both going through the Washington State Police Academy. We connected instantly, both coming from military backgrounds, having completed Ranger School, deployed to combat zones, and showing up to the academy physically and mentally dialed in. After graduation, Bre…

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Lt. Col. Bruce McKenty, U.S. Army, Vietnam 35:22

3M ago35:22

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Bruce McKenty was born into an Army family, as his father was a career officer. By the time he finished high school, McKenty knew he wanted to follow in his dad's footsteps. He was commissioned as an officer upon graduation from Texas A&M and soon went to flight training. After completing flight school in April 1972, McKenty was assigned to fly AH-…

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#341 Today's Boondoggle- Putting one Bumblefoot in front of the other with Ron "Bumblefoot" Thal 1:09:09

3M ago1:09:09

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In this explosive episode of Today’s Boondoggle, Bill sits down with guitar virtuoso Ron “Bumblefoot” Thal, best known for his time with Guns N’ Roses, to dive deep into everything from his quirky Thimble technique to his wild 8-year tour with the iconic band. Ron shares unforgettable stories, including his thoughts on KISS, Jupiter’s “niceness,” a…

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EE 250: Law Enforcement, Jiu-Jitsu, and Personal Growth with Aaron Myers 2:38:09

3M ago2:38:09

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In Episode 250, I sit down with my old partner from our days as Port of Seattle police officers, Aaron Myers. We take a trip down memory lane, reflecting on our time in law enforcement—the highs, the challenges, and ultimately, what led us both to walk away and forge new paths. Beyond his career shift, Aaron is a dedicated purple belt in jiu-jitsu,…

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LCDR Kaj Larsen, U.S. Navy SEAL, BUD/s Training, War on Terrorism 34:57

3M ago34:57

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Kaj Larsen did not follow the typical route to becoming a U.S. Navy SEAL. He was admitted to the U.S. Naval Academy but left after two years to focus on playing water polo at the collegiate level. A few years later he enlisted in the Navy and immediately tried to get a slot in Basic Underwater Demolition SEAL (BUD/s) training in Coronado, Californi…

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#340 Today's Boondoggle- Getting Trippy with Christian Hopkins of ROKAVET 1:22:21

4M ago1:22:21

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In this episode Bill talks with Army Veteran and ROKAVET member, Christian Hopkins.We talk about his journey from Soldier Boy to Strudel Boy, becoming a cook in the Army, military injuries and medications leading to being addicted to heroin, the very real battles with PTSD, from serving in Iraq to serving time in prison, the healing power of music,…

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