Episodes

Tonight, we present a program that was originally recorded on 5 January 2003 as part of Veterans’ Radio Hour 1.0. In that program General Grange interviewed legendary Rangers about their unique exploits. And together the group discusses current events involving Rangers and the future of American Rangers. Philip Piazza, A member of the 5307th Composite […]

Originally Aired 29 December 2002. Highlights of 16 Past Programs Recorded in 2002. 1. We Were Soldiers Once, and Young .2. The Vietnam War Compared to Afghanistan and Iraq. Dr. John Votaw. 3. Closely Coordinated Fire Support. Joe Galloway. 4. The Draft? Yes or No? Vietnam Draftees: LTG (RET) Hal Moore The Draft: Medal of

John Lorin Borling (born March 24, 1940) is a retired major general of the United States Air Force whose military career spanned 33 years. He has piloted many aircraft including the F-15, F16, F-4, the SR-71 Blackbird, the U-2, and B-52 and B-1 bombers. During the Vietnam War, his aircraft was shot down and he

BlackHawk Down, Mogadishu, Somalia, 3-4 October 1993. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Battle_of_Mogadishu_(1993) The epic battle that came to be known as “Black Hawk Down,” is also the title of the landmark book and the inspiring film by Ridley Scott. This is a re-airing of a program that aired on 6 October 2002 as part of the Veterans’ Radio Hour

SGT Zachary Stinson was on his first deployment on November 9, 2010. While on a foot patrol in Afghanistan he stepped on an IED resulting in the traumatic amputations of his right leg below the knee and his left leg above the knee. With the lose of both legs Zachary is a world champion Ironman,

Misge Ripoli (the sound engineer) turns the table and interviews Patrick Scrogin. As a civilian with over 30 years in professional radio Misge talks about the change in his life that began 3 months ago when he started listening to Patricks show as he was in the control room as engineer of Wounded But Not

In the final program in this series, MSG (RET) Dave Smith takes us from Walter Reed Army Medical Center (WRAMC) through the present. He triumphs over adversity. BG (RET) Grange describes his own experiences in unforgettable detail COL (RET) Kevin Swenie USA, BG (RET) Dave Grange, Ranger (RET) Doug. Don’t forget to listen to our

As the title says, this is why I have personal issues with the holidays but also some things that I’ve learned to enjoy about them. I promise I’m not a total Grinch, just partially. — This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app — Send in a voice

In this show, we talk to Adam Peeples. He explains how leadership in the Army helped shape his life into what it is today. — This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app — Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/beforeiforget/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/beforeiforget/support

Hello Buddy, in this episode, I’m going to go over some of the details and my memories of the LAPD ordeal with Christopher Dorner and what lead to the largest manhunt in Los Angeles Police Department’s History. — This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app — Send

Hey Hey! This is the first episode with the new equipment and I’m super Pumped for you guys to hear it.  Still has some cleaning to do, but its sounds better than phone audio.  Anyway, in this solo episode, Tyree talks about a couple of close brushes with Hollywood. — Send in a voice message:

Hello Folks, the day I have been going on about for a while is finally here. Kevin and I talk about the music that shaped our young adulthood. We have a conversation about music that would put us to sleep in a war zone, and for whatever reason, the chat goes into forbidden territory as

On Today’s episode, we battle the Achor Recording Monsters and random dropped calls with William Attig. When things did iron out, William was able to tell us what it was like working in Headquarters Platoon and working the Radio (at all times… horrifyingly) while deployed. — This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest

If you or someone you know is having feelings of depression, anxiety, guilt, or suicide, please reach out. Stay in the fight, we can end this together. Your life means so much more than you know. National Suicide Prevention Hotline: 800-273-8255 or text 838255 — This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way

Today, we take it back to our first episode. This really shows how far we have come from then till now. I didn’t realize that we had soo much material from Mike Griffing, six hours to be exact. Here are the first two hours…ever. Enjoy a review on Before I Forget! — This episode is

On this Episode of Before I Forget, Tyree sits down solo and talks about his first trip to Paris with friends.  He brings up memories about the reason they were Paris, and how they got sidetracked into looking for Jim Morrison’s Grave.  A funny listen. — This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest

Command Sergent Major (HA!) Herbert Gill joins our show.  CSM Gill was a Second Platoon Squad Leader during our deployment to Samarra, Iraq back in 2004, but we go way past that… CSM Gill chats with us about his time as a young Private with Jump Wings, multiple deployments and key situations that helped shape

The holidays can be a stressful season where a great demand is placed on your time and resources.  There are high expectations to put on the best dinners for a large number of people and pressure placed on everyone to be happy and joyful. Knowing there will be chaos and being calm  in the storm

In this episode I have a great conversation with Matt Crossman about doing hard things and the reason it is important to face challenges outside your comfort zone. Matt is passionate about the topic of developing grit and discipline. We talk about how shared suffering in a group environment forges deep relationships.    Matt has

In this episode I have a great conversation with Jeffrey Harris. Jeff was diagnosed with Achalasia on Dec 25, 2018 and did not eat solid food again until Dec 25, 2019. He endured 365 days of living on protein shakes and sleeping in a chair while serving as a CEO and doing many endurance events. 

In this episode I have a great conversation with Ryan Michler. We discuss the importance of developing a growth mindset which enables us to be better leaders, parents, and have better relationships. Ryan Michler is a husband, father, Iraq Combat Veteran, and the founder of Order of Man. Ryan was raised without a permanent father

In this episode I have a great conversation with Larry Hagner. We discuss being a good father, how to stay focused in your relationships, his high performance habits to dominate the day and a variety of topics around being a good father and a good man.   Larry is the creator of The Dad Edge

In this episode I have a great conversation with Colonel (R) David Fivecoat on how to develop and grow your grit.  After 24 years as a US Army paratrooper, as well as 4 combat tours in Iraq and Afghanistan, Colonel David Fivecoat, U.S. Army, Retired, founded The Fivecoat Consulting Group. He now blogs, speaks, coaches

today we come to you from Kona, Hawaii. I say we because my blushing bride Lauren joined me for this quick hitter.    Today we we discuss how life skills and business skills interact on a daily basis. This episode and some others over the next two weeks are live, unedited and designed to bring

Fun fact, today I am getting married!   this episode has some gems during my early morning drive to the office. I dive into how I create a competitive advantage over my peers in sales and relationships.    Drop me a note @usmc3782 on IG about this one. I know it will provide value. 

In this episode I have a great conversation about the mindset needed to thrive during the technological revolution we are currently facing.  George J. Chanos, served as Nevada’s 31st Attorney General. He’s the Chairman of Capriotti’s, and Wing Zone, two of the fastest growing franchises in the country. He’s also a strategic business consultant, an

In this episode I have a great conversation with Craig Horstman and Stephanie Valdivia- former guests from Episode 1 and 2.  We review our year together and discuss the importance of accountability, personal growth and development, our tribe of people, and the way ahead.     Craig Horstman is a retired First Sergeant in the U.S.

In this episode I have a great conversation with Sergeant Major Lindsey Pew.    Lindsey is 39 years old and has been on Active Duty in the Missouri Army National Guard for over 20 years. She joined the military as a combat engineer when she was 18 and has worked her way up to the

This is an exciting time as we close out this year and start 2022! Good energy as we spent time with friends and family, gave gifts, and took some time from work. We need to spend this week reflecting and getting excited about the new year. Some people can get overwhelmed with planning and how

Today I host U.S. Army vet Richard Kaufman, host of the “Vertical Momentum” podcast.  We discuss his journey through military service, substance abuse and how almost losing it all propelled him on his current path. He discusses lessons learned from his mentor Gary Vee and how gratitude can shift your life’s path.    You can