Best Nicholas Escobar Podcasts (2025)

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Announcement: Crisis on Infinite Podcasts! 5:09

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Okay, it's not as cool as the name might make it sound like, but some changes are coming to the pod! Stay tuned for new beginnings, new series, new audiovisual elements, and more. (Yes, it's named after crisis events from DC comics) See transcript here If you want to support us here on the Madcast, check out our Patreon and our Instagram! If you wa…

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War Story - Episode 021: Wayne Ingram MBE, 9th/ 12th Royal Lancers (Northern Ireland, Bosnia) 1:28:32

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Send us a text Wayne Ingram M.B.E. MCPara began his military career in 1986 with the 2nd Royal Tank Regiment. He later completed the French Commando course before specialising in a reconnaissance regiment. Since leaving the military, Wayne has dedicated his life to supporting children living with life-altering conditions—such as craniofacial disfig…

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War Story - Episode 020: Colonel Robert Wemheuer, USMC (Helicopter Pilot, Vietnam) 1:51:16

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Send us a text Colonel Robert Wemheuer served 3 tours in Vietnam as a United States Marine Corps aviator. He is the author of Unlike No Other, which you can find using the link below: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Unlike-No-Other-Unlikely-Successful/dp/B0FDCCRHBP If you're interested in being a guest on the podcast, please contact us on: instagram: @vet…

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War Story 019: Matt Okuhara, Rifle Volunteers 1:44:49

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Send us a text Matt Okuhara joined the Territorial Army at 18. After just a few weeks of training he was called up for service in Iraq. Details of Matt's book, Basra and Back: "Basra and Back follows Salamanca Company, a unit of British infantry deployed to Iraq as part of the peacekeeping effort after the 2003 invasion, known as Operation TELIC. D…

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Veteran State Of Mind Episode 223: Daril Fannin 1:34:27

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Send us a text Daril Fannin’s path to Hollywood defies every norm. Raised in a cult that banned movies, his first act of rebellion was sneaking out to watch The Matrix. It cracked open his world—and rewrote the script for his life. After nine years as a U.S. Army combat medic, Daril earned his MFA in screenwriting at Loyola Marymount, where he sold…

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War Story 018: Stephen Handley, 1 Royal Welsh 2:16:17

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Send us a text Stephen Handley served in the Royal Welch Fusiliers, and 1 Royal Welsh. On his second tour of Afghanistan Stephen suffered life changing injuries caused by an IED. Stephen's Instagram: @stephen.handley The climbing organisation that Stephen talks about is: https://www.adaptivegrandslam.com/ If you're interested in being a guest on th…

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War Story 017: Paul Glazebrook, 2 RGJ and 4 Rifles 1:50:09

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Send us a text Paul Glazebrook served with the Close Observation Platoon of the 2nd Battalion, Royal Green Jackets in Northern Ireland, and the Recce Platoon of 4th Battalion, The Rifles in Iraq. He is the author of Been Nowhere, Done Nothing which tells the story of his service with unflinching honesty and hysterically funny wit, giving a keen ins…

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War Story 016: Gaz Kennedy; REME LAD attached to Coldstream Guards 2:08:25

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Send us a text Gaz Kennedy served in Afghanistan with a Royal Electrical and Mechanical Engineers Light Aid Detachment attached to the Coldstream Guards. Gaz has written about his life and service, and all royalties from his book go towards supporting Combat Stress. You can order the book here: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Silent-War-Battles-Beginnings…

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War Story 015: Battles and Beers: Nicholas Laidlaw, USMC infantryman, and journalist 2:08:03

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Send us a text Journalist Nicholas Laidlaw is a former USMC infantryman who covers conflicts around the globe. We talk about Nick's own service in the military, and his experiences visiting the frontlines in Gaza and Ukraine. Nick's social media: @battles_and_beers Find his books here: https://www.amazon.co.uk/What-War-Did-Us-Ukraine/dp/B0BF2Q759P …

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War Story 014: After Escobar, with DEA Agent Chris Feistl 2:01:35

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Send us a text Chris Feistl was a DEA Special Agent for twenty-six years, serving in diverse assignments throughout the US as well as twelve years in Colombia, South America, where he investigated major drug cartels that were supplying tons of cocaine and heroin destined for the US. Starting as a new agent in Miami, he finished his career as an Ass…

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War Story 013: with Dan Darkes, Grenadier Guards 1:20:13

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Send us a text Dan Darkes served two tours of Afghanistan with the Grenadier Guards. He was injured during his second deployment, which led to his discharge from the army. You can find him on instagram: @dan_darkes Geraint's books are available here: https://www.amazon.co.uk/stores/author/B06XTKLWBM Signed copies available here: https://geraintjone…

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Episode 12: Superheroes & Disability (Part 2) 47:20

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Oh my god, it's a sequel episode! Welcome back! This week El, Nate, and lyn are still geeking out superheroes and comic books. The conversation on disabled representation in superhero-related media continues, this time mentioning characters like Madame Web, Daredevil, and various speedsters, and delving into the narrative tropes of disability in th…

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Episode 11: Superheroes & Disability (Part 1) 52:36

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Welcome back! This week’s episode of the Madcast features hosts El, Nate, and lyn geeking out on superheroes and comic books! Specifically, we’re looking at disabled representation in superhero-related media, across comic books, TV, movies, and more. From official disabled representation (Moon Knight, Oracle/Barbara Gordon, and Hawkeye) to disabili…

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Episode 10: Disability 101 - Principles of Disability Justice 49:33

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Welcome back! On this week’s episode of the Madcast, hosts El and lyn cover yet another key disability studies/activism term: disability justice. Defined by members of the BIPOC, queer, and disabled performance art group Sins Invalid, disability justice is concept/framework academics and laymen use often haphazardly, without fully understanding wha…

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Episode 9: Cannabis w/ Marlo De La Mora 53:06

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Welcome back! On this week's episode of the Madcast, hosts El and Mads are joined by a very special guest, Marlo De La Mora (she/her), to talk about the fascinating yet polarizing subject of cannabis. Marlo is an Anthropology undergraduate at UC Berkeley whose research focuses on the anthropology of cannabis. Join us as we discuss the stigma and mi…

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Episode 8: Autism Representation in the Media 47:01

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Welcome back! On this week's episode of the Madcast, Hosts El, Nate, and lyn are discussing the good, the bad, and the ugly of autism representation in the media. Join us as we discuss Autistic-coded characters well-known Autistic-coded characters (Sheldon Cooper of The Big Bang Theory, Spock of the Star Trek franchise, Abed Nadir from Community), …

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Episode 7: Who Gets To Define Disability? Self-Diagnosis, Institutional Barriers, and Community 47:58

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Welcome back to a new season of the Madcast!! Back from a brief hiatus, Hosts El and lyn are bringing an exciting new line-up of episodes filled with new guests, new topics, and much, much more! On this week's episode, we're discussing the issue of disability: disability as an identity, disability as a medical diagnosis, and disability as a deeply …

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War Story 007: with Andrew Williams, Parachute Regiment 1:50:35

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Send us a text Despite a turbulent upbringing, Andrew Williams enlisted in the Parachute Regiment at just 16. Deployed to the deadly frontlines of Helmand Province, Afghanistan, in 2006, he confronted the brutal realities of warfare, engaging in some of the most intense combat witnessed by the British Army since the Korean War. After his military s…

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War Story 006: Lee West, Royal Marines 1:02:55

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Send us a text Lee West is a former Royal Marines Commando, adventurer and author. On today's episode we discuss his first deployment to Baghdad, Iraq in 2006. If you have a War Story that you want to share contact us at [email protected] Connect with Lee on Twitter/ X: @Royal_Marine_LW Instagram: @l.g._west Youtube: https://www.youtube…

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Veteran State Of Mind Episode 222: with James Glancy 52:20

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Send us a text Former Royal Marine Commando officer and filmmaker James Glancy joins us to discuss his latest release: 'AFGHANISTAN - The greatest foreign policy disaster since Vietnam' Out NOW on Substack at Outpost Studios: http://outpoststudios.net Connect with James on Instagram: @jaglancy On X (Twitter): @jaglancy Support the show…

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Veteran State Of Mind Episode 221: John Nichol 43:40

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Send us a text JOHN NICHOL served in the Royal Air Force for fifteen years. On active duty during the first Gulf War in 1991, his Tornado bomber was shot down during a mission over Iraq. Captured, tortured and held as a prisoner of war, John was paraded on television, provoking worldwide condemnation and leaving one of the most enduring images of t…

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Veteran State Of Mind Episode 220: Marty Skovlund 43:28

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Send us a text Marty Skovlund, Jr. served in the US Army Rangers. He is journalist, photographer, and filmmaker who has reported on conflict in Afghanistan, Iraq, and Ukraine, and is the author of several books. Marty's latest book, written with Jo Kent, is available here: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Send-Me-Incredible-Story-Mother/dp/0063039893 Thank…

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War Story 005: with Jeff Bodell, USMC 53:00

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Send us a text Jeff Bodell is a United States Marine Corps veteran who served in Afghanistan. He is the author of The Warfighter's Lounge: A Marine's Experience of Combat in Marjah, Afghanistan Follow Jeff on Instagram: @https://www.instagram.com/the_warfighters_lounge/ Order Jeff's book here: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Warfighters-Lounge-Marines-Exp…

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Veteran State Of Mind Episode 219: with Kelsi Sheren 1:13:05

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Send us a text A conversation with Kelsi Sheren. 'Kelsi has solidified herself as a prominent Keynote Speaker, delivering inspirating talks at venues like Harvard, TEDx and several others. Her powerful speeches resonate with audiences, offering a unique perspective on her journey and dedication to supporting others. Kelsi’s commitment to the well-b…

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War Story 004: with Steve Brown 1:54:58

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Send us a text Steve Brown is a 27 year veteran of the British Army, serving in the Parachute Regiment from 1993-2020. During his career he completed six tours of duty with 3 PARA and the Pathfinders, worked in arctic, desert and jungle environments, and spent 9 years teaching combat survival to servicemen and women around the world. Follow Steve o…

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Veteran State Of Mind 218: with John Dixon 1:01:47

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Send us a text A conversation with John Dixon, who served in Australia's elite 2nd Commando Regiment. You can connect with John on instagram: @johns_op Signed copies of Geraint's new book, D-Day: The Unheard Tapes: www.geraintjonesmedia.com Audiobook/ ebook/ unsigned copies of Geraint's new book, D-Day: The Unheard Tapes: https://www.amazon.co.uk/D…

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Episode 6: Disability Deep Dive - Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD) 49:46

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Welcome back to this week's episode of the Madcast! On this week's episode, Hosts El and Lyn are bringing on two very special guests, Harry and G, to discuss Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD). This episode we'll be discussing: What is OCD as both a diagnosis and as a lived experience? How do media representations of OCD perpetuate harm and misrep…

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Episode 5: Disability 101 - What is Academic Ableism? 38:35

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Welcome back to this week's episode of the Madcast! This week, Hosts Nate and El are trying out a new segment for the pod, "Disability 101." The segment will focus on one key disability concept, term, experience, and community folks may be unfamiliar and give a "101," or introductory explanation, on that concept/term/experience/community. Moving on…

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War Story 003: Jared Prewitt, USMC 1:40:33

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Send us a text Jared Prewitt served in Iraq and Afghanistan with the United States Marine Corps. You can connect with Jared here: https://jaredprewittwritesstuff.com/ and find his book here: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Itll-Buff-Out-Nothing-Hopeless-Surviving/dp/B0CJ4KDWMY You can connect with the podcast on instagram @veteranstateofmind You can becom…

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Episode 4: Shakespeare Bot w/ J Bui 43:31

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On this week’s episode of the Madcast, Hosts Nate and El are joined by J Bui (They/them) to discuss a fascinating new project from the UC Berkeley Disability Lab: Shakespeare Bot. Join us as we discuss ethical issues surrounding Chat GPT and other Large Language Models (LLMs), LLM counter softwares, and the policing of normative writing at the expe…

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Episode 3: CODA and d/Deaf Representation 43:31

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Coming back from our winter hiatus, we’re back with another exciting episode of the our newly rebranded podcast, the Madcast. This week, hosts Nate and El are discussing the award winning film CODA (2021). Tune in for an exciting conversation about disability representation in Hollywood, media depictions of d/Deaf folk and the Deaf community, what …

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War Story 002: with Ben, Royal Marines Commandos 1:42:55

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Send us a text Ben served in the Royal Marines. In this episode, we discuss his multiple tours in Afghanistan. You can connect with the podcast on instagram @veteranstateofmind You can become a supporter of the podcast for as little as £1 a month. https://www.patreon.com/vsompodcast Thank you to our sponsors! The show doesn't happen without them! C…

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War Story 001: with John Dixon, 2nd Commando Regiment 1:57:51

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Send us a text John Dixon served in Australia's elite 2nd Commando Regiment. In this episode, we discuss John's multiple tours to Afghanistan. You can connect with John on instagram: @johns_op You can become a supporter of the podcast for as little as £1 a month. https://www.patreon.com/vsompodcast Thank you to our sponsors! The show doesn't happen…

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Episode 2: Exploring Disability, Academia, and Climate Change 40:23

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Hosts: Nathan Tilton, El, Trisha Guest: Maddie Taylor (They/Them) Episode Summary: In this episode, we delve into the intersections of disability studies, environmental justice, and the unique challenges within academia. Our guest, Maddie Taylor, a second-year PhD student, shares their journey and insights. Link to Transcript https://docs.google.co…

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Veteran State Of Mind Episode 217: with Mikael Cook 1:16:11

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Send us a text Mikael Cook is a former U.S. Army Staff Sergeant and veteran of the war in Afghanistan. During the August 2021 evacuation of Afghanistan, Mikael was apart of the #DigitalDunkirk team that saved thousands of our Afghan allies that had been left for dead. He was personally responsible for the evacuation of 20 of our allies, most of who…

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Episode 1: Academic Ableism & The Disabled Grad Student Experience w/ Andy King 45:46

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Welcome! This is the first episode of our brand new show the Mad Reshuffle: Access Berkeley Radcast (Madcast for short) hosted by the UC Berkeley Disability Lab. Today's episode, were interviewing Andy King, a 2nd year Phd student at Cal studying English and a disability representative in the Cal Graduate Assembly, on his unique experiences as a di…

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Veteran State Of Mind Episode 216: with Scott Horton 51:58

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Send us a text Scott Horton is the editorial director of Antiwar.com, host of Antiwar Radio, director of The Libertarian Institute, and host of the Scott Horton Show podcast from ScottHorton.org. He has conducted more than 5,600 interviews since 2003. He is the author of Hotter Than the Sun: Time to Abolish Nuclear Weapons (2022), Enough Already: T…

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Veteran State Of Mind Episode 215: Alana Stott MBE 50:12

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Send us a text Alana Stott is an author, consultant, speaker, producer, CEO and philanthropist supporting vulnerable women and children, veterans, and anti-Human Trafficking. Socials: @AlanaStott For Alana's books and more information: https://alanastott.com/ Geraint's latest book, co-authored with Levison Wood, is now available on audio, in hardba…

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Veteran State Of Mind Episode 214: Grant Bayliss 1:08:59

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Send us a text Grant is a writer, filmmaker, and video editor who served in Iraq and Afghanistan on the Brigade Reconnaissance Force (BRF). His published novels include Witchcraft 47 and Caliphate: Man Made Hell. Grant's Instagram: @myturntoevil Grant's Amazon: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Grant-Bayliss/e/B016XYUGOQ%3Fref=dbs_a_mng_rwt_scns_share Find …

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Veteran State Of Mind Episode 213: with Steven Pressfield 1:00:50

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Send us a text Steven Pressfield is best-selling author, screenwriter, and United States Marine Corps veteran. His latest book, Govt Cheese, is available now. You can order signed copies of Govt Cheese here: https://store.stevenpressfield.com/product/govt-cheese-signed-copy/ Unsigned copies of Steve's books are available here: https://www.amazon.co…

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Veteran State Of Mind Episode 210: The Last Overland, with Alex Bescoby 1:00:57

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Send us a text Alex Bescoby is an award-winning documentary filmmaker, author and presenter with a love of history, travel and storytelling. In 2016 Alex co-founded independent production company Grammar Productions, to make innovative documentaries that delve deeper into history and how it affects the lives of people and societies around the world…

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Veteran State Of Mind Episode 209: Lauren Ungeldi 1:06:07

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Send us a text Lauren Ungeldi is a bestselling author, speaker, CEO of IKAR Global, and human rights advocate. Lauren has collaboratively written eight books which have been featured on a variety of prominent media outlets and topped numerous bestseller charts. She works with well-known politicians, thought leaders, war heroes, and famous media fig…

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Veteran State Of Mind Episode 208: with Nate Boyer 54:45

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Send us a text Nate Boyer is a United States Army Green Beret, football player, actor, director, and writer. After serving six years and multiple tours for the Army in both Iraq and Afghanistan, Boyer played college football as a walk-on at the University of Texas despite never having played a down of organized football in his life. MVP Trailer: ht…

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Veteran State Of Mind Episode 206: Marty Skovlund Jr 1:15:15

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Send us a text Former US Army Ranger Marty Skovlund Jr returns to the podcast. As a journalist, Marty has covered the Standing Rock protest in North Dakota, embedded with American special operation forces in Afghanistan, and has broke stories about the first females to make it through infantry training and Ranger selection. He has also published tw…

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Veteran State Of Mind Episode 205: with Shane Hazel 57:27

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Send us a text Shane Hazel is a Marine, host of the Radical podcast, a recent candidate for the Governor of Georgia, and much more. You can find Shane @shanethazel and www.shanehazel.com Tickets to Geraint and Levison Wood's live event at the RGS Theatre in London: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/escape-from-kabul-book-launch-and-panel-discussion-with…

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Veteran State Of Mind Episode 204: with Ryan Evans 46:59

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Send us a text Ryan served in Iraq and Afghanistan with 1st Battalion, The Royal Welsh. He has worked as a private military contractor and security advisor in several countries, including Syria and Libya. He is currently working in Ukraine. You can become a patreon of the podcast for as little as £1 a month. https://www.patreon.com/vsompodcast VSOM…

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Veteran State Of Mind Episode 200: with a Ukrainian volunteer 52:21

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Send us a text Today's guest is a former British serviceman who volunteered to fight for Ukraine. We can't do the podcast without your help. You can become a patreon for as little as £1 a month. https://www.patreon.com/vsompodcast Massive thanks to our sponsors: Combat Fuel - www.combat-fuel.co.uk Use code VSOM at checkout for a discount on your po…

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Veteran State Of Mind 198: Remembrance Replay: Remembrance Special 2021 1:25:42

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Send us a text This episode was originally released on November 10th 2021: On today's episode we hear from a variety of veterans, and those involved with different forms of remembrance, to learn about what remembrance means to them, and how they honour the memory of those who have died in service of their nation. If you start this episode at 0938 (…

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Veteran State Of Mind 197: Remembrance Replay: Remembrance Special 2020 2:49:01

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Send us a text This episode was originally released on November 11th 2020: On this Remembrance Day we are joined by 15 guests, all of whom are veterans or involved with veteran charities. They have fought wars, lost friends and comrades, and today they are here to talk about Remembrance and more. Guests: Ray Smith - HMS MIDDLETON - The Second World…

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Veteran State Of Mind 196: Remembrance Replay: Gold Beach, with Harry Billinge MBE 32:35

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Send us a text This is a replay of an episode from 2020. Harry Billinge MBE was one of the first soldiers to land on Gold Beach in German-occupied Normandy at 6.30am on 6 June 1944 as part of the D-Day landings. He was a sapper attached to the 44 Royal Engineer Commandos and was one of only four to survive from his unit. Harry passed away earlier t…