We're back for a recap of news and current events focusing on the DoD, military life and everything else coming down the pike.
With Kevin back from vacation in New England and Jeremy on "leave" the guys of 21 Gun will recap the latest military related stories on this week's episode. __________________________________________________________________________ 21 Gun HD interviews veterans, veteran nonprofits, and cover weekly military themed news stories. Giving a voice to the Veteran community. Advocate for veterans by helping civilians understand who we are, what we experienced, and why we do the quirky things we do. Con...
"Dave Rabbit" was on his third tour in Vietnam and witnessed first hand the plummeting moral of the troops slogging it out in the jungles. He noticed no one spoke their language or shared their dark sense of humor. Dave wanted to take the voice of the troops to the troops who were fighting for their lives. He started a 21 day siege of the radio networks by launching Radio First Termer - an unauthorized and illegal pirate radio station by the troops and for the troops. This is his amazing story! ...
Tonight we have OIF veteran Jeremy Harrell on the show who was recently released from federal prison on charges of defrauding the VA. He was categorized as unemployable by the VA but volunteered as a CEO of a Veteran's non-profit and that was considered too much. Hear his story on tonight's 21 Gun.
In this candid episode, we dive into the often misunderstood connection between TBI and PTSD. Drawing from personal experiences and research, we unpack the truth behind this conditions and challenge the conventional reliance on heavy pharmaceutical treatments.
Dive into the incredible story of Bravo Two Zero, a daring British SAS mission during the First Gulf War. This episode explores the team's harrowing fight for survival behind enemy lines, showcasing their unmatched endurance and indomitable spirit. Yet, like all legendary tales, the mission's accounts face accusations of exaggerations and inaccuracies, adding layers of intrigue to this gripping saga.
Dive into the jaw-dropping saga of the USS Indianapolis on this week’s podcast! A WWII tragedy where 75% of the crew faced shark-infested waters after a devastating torpedo attack. Was Captain Charles McVay to blame, or did the Navy fail its heroes? Uncover a gripping tale of survival, injustice, and ultimate vindication for an American patriot. Don’t miss this emotional rollercoaster—tune in now and share to honor their legacy! #USSIndianapolis #History #Navy #Military #22SierraCoffeeCo #21GunP...
Most of us have heard the story of "The Lone Survivor" and the battle that took place during Operation Red Wings. I have been told by multiple individuals to dig deeper into the story because there are too many holes and too much Hollywood. I put it off for a while but decided to take a deep dive into the now famous incident which led to the deaths of 19 servicemen.
Bass Reeves was a deputy U.S. Marshal, gunfighter, farmer, scout, tracker, railroad agent, and a runaway slave. He was one of the first African-American Deputy U.S. Marshals west of the Mississippi River, mostly working in the deadly Indian Territory. Reeves made up to 4,000 arrests in his lifetime, killing twenty men in the line of duty.
Lance Sijan was an all American kid. He excelled on the football field and had aspirations to earn the coveted title "Fighter Pilot." After attending the Air Force Academy in the early 1960s he advanced to flight training, eventually piloting F4 Phantoms over the perilous skies of Vietnam. On November 9th 1967, he was shot down where his amazing story of survival and escape began.
Tonight we talk about the UNBELIEVABLE Soldier Adventurer Adrian de Wiart. Over the course of his 45 year career, he was shot 11 times, twice in the face, once through the skull, lost and arm to artillary, lost an eye, and an ear. He survived two plane crashes and escaped a prisoner of war camp in Europe!
Tonight's episode is on the most unlikely hero of Vietnam, 4'9" Special Forces Capt. Richard Flaherty. His story of overcoming the odds and becoming one of the Vietnam War's most deadly assets is nothing short of amazing. Tune it at 8pm East LIVE! Sponsored by 22 Sierra Coffee Co.
John Chapman epitomized the concept of "the quiet professional." He served in the elite ranks of the USAF's Combat Controllers and was the only Airman to be awarded the Medal of Honor during the Global War on Terror. He was a true warrior. Unfortunately, his story isn't without controversy as infighting between the Navy and Air Force shed light on his team abandoning him on the Afghan mountainside.
Tonight is our official re-launch! 21 Gun strayed from its origins over the last several years, producing hard-hitting shows for various media organizations. Tonight, we go back to our roots, honoring veterans and brining their stories of struggles and triumphs. Tonight, we discuss the tragic story of Pat Tillman. From an unlikely NFL career to the frontlines of war, his untimely death and the unforgivable coverup, we cover it all. Brought to you by 22 Sierra Coffee Co. (use Promo code "21Gun" a...
Thank you all for checking out the show! We found a new home over at Compound Media. So, we've been holding off on guests until our new schedule was solidified. I think we're finally there. Full shows will be available on their platform and recaps will be here. Thanks for listening and be sure to head over to www.twentyonegun.net for every 21 Gun
In this episode we recap this week's viral news and events from an independent prospective. If you haven't noticed we've been a little unpredictable with uploading shows recently and it is because we're moving to a new network. We have several prerecorded episodes that I wanted to get out before the move. We will still be recording free content here along with premium content on the new platform (soon to be announced).
I (with my entire fam) was down with the rona along with everyone else in the entire world at this point. We've also been busy working on some side projects and the first few weeks of 2022 went to the wayside. However, we are back to our weekly shenanagins with a fantastic guest, Matt Jimenez aka Matt's Alright from Twitch, IG etc! Matt recounds his story of overcoming mental health issues and how PTSD can come from places you least expect. Matt is a great guy and we had an awesome time with him...
End of year special episode with Michelle Black. Michelle is the author of " Sacrifice: A Gold Star Widow's Fight for the Truth ." Her husband, Green Beret Bryan Black, was killed in an ambush in Niger in October of 2017. After receiving few and contradictory details about the ambush, she took it upon herself to find the answers. She trained herself to be an investigative journalist and conducted exclusive interviews with the survivors of her late husband's unit and researched military leadershi...
Our last show before Christmas 2021! Gifts galore! Or will Jeremy and Frank get coal in their 21 Gun stockings? We have two special guests tonight to end off a great year for 21 Gun. First, we have Erik Nagel, producer of the infamous Opie and Anthony show. If you're not familiar with O&A, they revolutionized modern radio entertainment for over 25 years and were a major inspiration for yours truly. We also have Fletcher Gill, founder of Luke's Wings . Luke's Wings reunites injured, wounded, ...
Join us for a 21 Gun Christmas Tradition when we find out which is the smartest branch of the military for 2021! Last year, representing the USMC, Gus Martinez came in strong for the win. The Navy had a disappointing showing earning an embarrassing ZERO POINTS! Space Force upset the Vegas odds makers by not taking the gold and the coast guard didn't even show! We have a new line up of veterans and active duty members who will join the fray and we hope to see you tonight!
We're back at it with a recap of this weeks news and current events as seen through the eyes of the modern veteran. Our guest is Benny from Semper SOmetimes Podcast, a non scripted Veteran Podcast covering a wide range of topics from alcoholism to Recruiting Duty as well as the problem’s plaguing our. Welcome aboard Benny!!!
Our guest was a no show! It's okay. Keisha Boyd from Wounded Veterans Relief Fund joined us for some fun! Of course we also recap the latest news and events of the week from the viewpoint of the modern veteran.
PACKED studio tonight! We have a few Green Berets, a few Marines, an EOD Tech and an Air Force Officer to keep it classy! We discuss news and current events from the perspective of the modern day veteran. Special Guest: Chad Soundart from Kraken Skulls. What is Kraken-Skulls? Is it a tattoo parlor? Is it a barber shop? Do they sell apparel or how about beard balm and oils? How about all of the above?!?! We're excited to Chad on the show to talk about his cool business. Also in studio, Ranger Ric...
It has been a hell of a 2 year stint representing the Irreverent Warriors with our weekly podcast! But, as all good things come to an end, so too has our time with IW. We have had a great run and made a lot of important connections with politicians, celebrities and various VSOs, large and small, who have come on the show and shared similar missions. We have connected so many IW hikers with resources and made relationships that will further the goal of preventing veteran suicide. We had a lot of ...
Axe Throwing, Food Trucks, Knives and GUNS! What more could you ask for on a beautiful Saturday in Fayetteville, NC. We met up with Mark Czarnecki, Co-Owner/COO of The Rock Guns and Accessories. The Rock Guns was founded by a retired US Army Special Forces veteran. Their aim is to provide the best products and services to their customers in order to meet their firearms needs and build a community around the advancement of firearms knowledge. Hope you like the episode, it was a blast to record. F...
Rough show! We kept getting booted from the livestream by our Facebook overlords (which means we were talking about the right things for sure). However, we prevailed! This episode focused heavily on video clips and in studio costumes. If youw ant to experience the full version of this masterpiece ;-) you may want to head over to www.twentyonegun.net to check out the video version. However, if you are an audio only listener... THANK YOU! I hope you enjoy the show!...
Covering the top stories and issues in America today from the standpoint of the Modern American Veteran. Tonight's guest is LTC Olivia Nunn from Soldiers for Life Podcast. The U.S. Army Soldier For Life Podcast shares information about education, employment and health & wellness resources available to Soldiers, veterans, and their families.
Ranger Rick was born Belize and moved to Jersey City NJ at seven where he grew up with his mom stepfather and four sisters. He attended New Jersey City University where he obtained his GED and also his EMT-B(basic) certificate. He worked as a first responder before his mom decided he should go into the military. Rick attended basic training and AIT at Fort Sill Oklahoma and went on to volunteer for US Army Airborne and Ranger Indoctrination Program. After completion he was assigned to 1st Ranger...
Our guest had to reschedule last minute so we're salvaging what we can for tonight's broadcast. We'll be going a few hours early - 4pm East - and will be covering this week's military/veteran themed news and events. Hope to see you !!! If you liked this episode or want to share you story, shoot us an email kevin@twentyonegun.net Visit www.twentyonegun.net for everything 21 Gun Follow 21 Gun on Instagram @21gunpodcast...
Navy SEAL veteran Kaj Larsen and Marine Raider veteran Don Tran carried a 45-pound rock across the ocean floor for 5 miles! We are honored tonight to have half the of that duo, Don Tran. Don grew up learning the principles of overcoming adversity being raised by a South Vietnamese Sailor turned refugee turned physicist. The easy way was never an option. He became a Marine and reached the apex of MC special operations by serving in the legendary MARSOC Raiders. Don completed the underwater feat t...
