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Episode 013 – Michael Yon, War Correspondent, author

October 17, 2016 By Thad Forester

Photo of US soldier carrying an Iraqi girl wounded in an SVBIED attackDennis Miller called Michael Yon the “Premier Combat Journalist”.  You want captivating?? This is it.  We cover topics from hand-to-hand combat, North Korean’s kidnapping Japanese and presumably Americans, the United States’ biggest threat, pedophilia among our mid-east enemies, WWII 442nd Infantry Regiment, war crimes, and much more.

After getting out of the Army Special Forces, Michael embedded with our troops for longer than any other war correspondent, according to the New York Times.  He deployed to Iraq, Afghanistan, Turkey, Thailand, Philippines and elsewhere.

Learn more about Michael here:

https://www.michaelyon-online.com/

And his book “Gates of Fire”:

https://www.michaelyon-online.com/gates-of-fire.htm
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Filed Under: Patriot to the Core Tagged With: 442nd Infantry Regiment, afghanistan, battle of tinian, combat journalist, danger close, deuce four, gates of fire, go for broke, hand to hand combat, iraq, north korea, Operation Phantom Fury, revenge, war crimes

Episode 012 – Justin Constantine, Marine (ret), Attorney, Wounded Warrior, Author, Motivator

October 3, 2016 By Thad Forester

justin constantineIt’s been 10 years since Justin was shot in the head by a sniper in Iraq.  The bullet entered behind his ear and exited thru his mouth.  You can imagine the destruction that caused.

Since his injury, Justin has continued his education, married his sweetheart (who took care of him during his recovery), written a book, and became a coach and motivational speaker.

This hero is involved in multiple organizations and causes that help veterans.  He was named a “Champion of Change” by the White House, presented the All-American Hero Award in 2013, along with many other awards.

After a couple dozen reconstructive surgeries and being blind in his left eye, he tells us that we are stronger than we think we are and we can overcome any obstacle.  Although he can no longer run, there are very few things he can’t do.  I left this interview in awe of his attitude and grit – I hope you feel the same!

Learn more about Justin here:

http://www.justinconstantine.com/

Purchase his book here:

http://mybattlefieldyouroffice.com/

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Copyright 2016 Thad Forester

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Filed Under: Patriot to the Core Tagged With: champion of change, my battlefield your office, purple heart, sniper, wounded warrior

Episode 011 – SPECIAL: Joseph Forester on 6th Anniversary of Mark Forester’s death

September 29, 2016 By Thad Forester

Mark Forester and family
Forester family 1984

Today is six years since Mark Forester was killed by a terrorist in Afghanistan.  This episode is just two brothers talking about the notification of Mark’s death, the Angel Flight, the Patriot Guard Riders, near death experiences, and life since.  We also reminiscence about our little brother and why he was the warrior he became.

Joseph was very influential in Mark’s decision to join the Air Force so it was fitting that we chat and document it.  I especially enjoyed Joseph’s insight on what he thought Mark’s final thoughts were in those last few minutes of his life on the battlefield.

Learn more about Mark at:

www.markaforester.com

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Filed Under: Patriot to the Core Tagged With: angel flight, bronze star with valor device, combat control, dignified arrival, dignified transfer, jag 28, mark forester, patriot guard riders, silver star, simultaneous notification

Episode 010 – Ryan Manion Borek, President of the Travis Manion Foundation, Gold Star Sister

September 19, 2016 By Thad Forester

Ryan Manion BorekThis week Ryan introduces us to her brother Travis and why he inspired the creation and growth of their foundation.  He was a 2004 graduate of the US Naval Academy and was KIA 29 April 2007.

By following the mantra “If not, me then who…”, they’ve created an organization that empowers veterans and families of fallen heroes to develop character in future generations.

You’ll be impressed with the work they’re doing for our veterans, Gold Star families, and the community.

Learn more here:

www.travismanion.org

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Filed Under: Patriot to the Core Tagged With: arlington, brendan looney, brothers forever, if not me then who, ryan manion borek, travis manion foundation

Episode 009 – Rob Gutierrez, Air Force Cross recipient, CCT, aka “The Combat Chassis”

September 5, 2016 By Thad Forester

Rob GutierrezRob is one of those guys who was angered by the attacks on 9/11 and quit his job and joined the military THAT DAY.  Unfortunately, he couldn’t pass the swim test for CCT initially, but he kept working and got accepted.

Even though his employer laughed at him for wanting to join, Rob has had a successful career in combat and sent many terrorists to meet their maker.  After being shot, having a lung collapse – twice, and losing over 5 pints of blood during a fight with the Taliban in 2009, he still called in close air support and saved his team which helped eliminate over 47 enemies that night and prevent thousands of pounds of Imodium Nitrate from being used for bombs.

Rob shares an incredible story of bravery and determination by him and his team to fight the enemy, no matter how many of them kept appearing from the spider holes trying to kill them.

He was also named one of the Outstanding Airmen of the Year in 2010.

You can learn more about Rob from this book by Oliver North:
 

https://amzn.com/0805447121

This book:

https://amzn.com/147659936X

And read more about him here:

http://www.sgtmacsbar.com/CCTPhotos/Gallery24/Gutierrez/Gutierrez.html
 

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Filed Under: Patriot to the Core Tagged With: 9/11, Air force cross, airmen of the year, cas, cct, rob gutierrez, special operations

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