by Travis Partington | Jul 3, 2020 | Podcast
I saw Fran Capo on Coach Danielle Rocco’s show (www.devotedtoasoldier.com). I was struck by Fran’s passion for life. Also, there was this drive to work through things to create opportunities she wouldn’t have had otherwise. Fran also had some cool...
by Travis Partington | Jun 24, 2020 | Podcast
I had a hiring manager reach out to me in frustration that Veterans did not show up to job interviews. Did some reading and this article by Saxon Mardsen – Huggins of Recruit Shop(https://recruitshop.com.au/why-people-dont-show-up-for-interviews/) laid it out...
by Travis Partington | Jun 12, 2020 | Podcast
it is always good getting to talk with other podcasters. Especially podcasters who are starting out with their craft. Matt Cameron is the creator and host of Mattie C’s Sports and You and Me Podcast. Seeing Matt grow and talking with him about sports and the...
by Travis Partington | Jun 12, 2020 | Podcast
I read this article (https://www.marinecorpstimes.com/news…) in the Marine Corps Times by Geoff Ziezuiewicz. It was about Robert Remus who portrayed the professional wrestling character, Sgt Slaughter. The article goes into great detail about the fact that...
by Travis Partington | Jun 4, 2020 | Podcast
I want say thanks to Ben Biddick, US Army Veteran, host of the Get Up Nation Show who recommended the book – The Warrior’s Book of Virtues I got to talk to two of the three authors of a book that has had a positive impact on me. Richard Bryan and Matt...
by Travis Partington | Mar 29, 2020 | Podcast
I talk with an Army Veteran and two of my fellow Reedy’s Archery Veterans Team Marine Team Members about their mission for Tough Ruck 2020. One day before the 2020 Boston Marathon, this team will ruck 26.2 miles to honor Gold Star Families. You can find out more...
by Travis Partington | Mar 29, 2020 | Podcast
I got connected to Phil Cook from meeting Andrew Farrer of Irreverent Warriors Nashville. His story was interesting because Army Veteran Phil Cook was wounded while serving our country. Doctors told him he would not be able to ruck ever again. In typical Army fashion,...
by Travis Partington | Mar 28, 2020 | Podcast
I listened to 107.3 FM WAAF in the Greater Boston area for over 20 years. It went off the airwaves on February 21st, 2020. I wanted to make this podcast as a way of saying thanks for good memories and getting into podcasting. Greg Hill, Spaz, LB, Mike Hsu, and...
by Travis Partington | Mar 28, 2020 | Podcast
In memory of Catherine Walker #186 came from the NY Post article on February 11th, 2020. See link below https://nypost.com/2020/02/11/wife-mu… Catherine Walker’s husband had her killed by his lover in 2014. He wanted the $400,000.00 in insurance money. 6...
by Travis Partington | Feb 25, 2020 | Podcast
Marine Veteran Mike Damon owned his PTSD. He is using what he learned in his journey to create a guide for anyone to use to conquer their inner battles. The guide is written like guides in the military are written. The principles are easy to understand and implement....
by Travis Partington | Feb 7, 2020 | Podcast
I continue my military story with #184 which is about swim qualification in the Marine Corps. Knowing how to swim is kind of important for any Marine. Also, one can’t graduate boot without passing a basic water qualification. I am not the best swimmer and...
by Travis Partington | Jan 24, 2020 | Podcast
Becky Tough has been on #125, # 133 and now 50 podcasts later, # 183. We have talked before about how art can help Veterans. This was special because Becky created some really cool art while we were talking. I really appreciated Becky taking the time to explain how...
by Travis Partington | Jan 20, 2020 | Podcast
Also called Operation Eagle Claw by U.S. Forces, this was Delta Forces first operation that experienced catastrophic failure. Operation Tabas, as it was called by the Persians was an attempt to rescue American hostages taken from the Iran Embassy. I thought it...
by Travis Partington | Jan 20, 2020 | Podcast
David Jones is an Army National Guard Veteran. After serving in the Guard he got with ACD MilServe (https://acdmilserve.com/). ACD stands for American Craft Delivery. ACD MilServe is a B2B company providing logistical support to craft breweries in New England and New...
by Travis Partington | Jan 20, 2020 | Podcast
I talk about meeting David Roberts and Josh Morin at the Volunteers of America Veterans Leadership Dinner on November 14th. David was being honored for his work in raising awareness and funds to support survivors of the Jarheads Motorcycle Club Fallen 7. Joshua was...
by Travis Partington | Jan 20, 2020 | Podcast
Ashley is a returning guest who was on Oscar Mike Radio for #153 (https://oscarmikeradio.com/2019/…). Ashley’s husband, Brian who served in the Navy, passed away in a dive accident. Instead of letting this defeat her, she has used this experience to live...