(Not Just) War Stories - Conan Higgins
Episode #55 - Conan Higgins
Retired Major, Conan Higgins, talks about this previous life as an enlisted TACP, his many combat deployments, and setting the standard for what can be accomplished after retirement.
Audio: https://spotifyanchor-web.app.link/e/Qk2R5xwj5Jb
Video: https://youtu.be/tp8asBniDd0
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(Not Just) War Stories - Kevin Davis
Retired Master Sergeant, Kevin Davis, talks about the mistakes we all make as airmen, deploying to OEF and OIF as an SF TACP, and what he's doing to train the new breed of TACP.
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(Not Just) War Stories - Jason Wallace
Retired Senior Master Sergeant, Jason Wallace, talks about Desert Storm, the benefit of being stationed at higher echelons, and knowing when it's time to retire.
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(Not Just) War Stories - Chris Cronk and Matt Schleich - Part 1
Retired Lt Col, Chris Cronk, and Retired SMSgt, Matt Schleich talk about being the command team for the 17th ASOS/STS, the 17th's transition to AFSOC, and how much TACPs have evolved as a result of the GWOT.
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(Not Just) War Stories - Chris Cronk and Matt Schleich - Part 2
Retired Lt Col, Chris Cronk, and Retired SMSgt, Matt Schleich talk about being the command team for the 17th ASOS/STS, the 17th's transition to AFSOC, and how much TACPs have evolved as a result of the GWOT.
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(Not Just) War Stories - Ross Robinson
Retired TACP Officer, Ross Robinson, talks about going to war with conventional and SOF units, his military life as both enlisted and officer, and the importance of getting help with PTSD.
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(Not Just) War Stories - Tim Pachasa
Retired Command Chief Master Sergeant, and former TACP, Tim Pachasa, talks about overcoming mistakes, how to become an effective leader, and the importance of humanity.
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(Not Just) War Stories - Dan Hanneken
Retired TACP, Dan Hanneken, talks about deploying to Grenada and Panama, the secrets of Ranger School, and going above and beyond as a principal in underprivileged school districts.
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(Not Just) War Stories - JP Hosey
Former TACP, JP Hosey, talks about his early days as a Security Forces SWAT team member, setting the ground work for today's 14th ASOS, and the importance of keeping in contact with our buddies.
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(Not Just) War Stories - Lee Blackwell
Retired TACP, Lee Blackwell, talks about advocating for his troops, taking the TACP career field to the next level , and alternate methods of dealing with PTS.
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(Not Just) War Stories - Chris Wright
Retired Lt Col, B-52 aircrew member, and SOF JTAC, Chris Wright, talks about the importance of support personnel, how much more difficult it is to watch than do, and his efforts to create a standardized school for kids in military families.
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(Not Just) War Stories - Mark Villella
Retired Command Chief Master Sergeant, Mark Villella, talks about deploying to several different warzones, the importance of realistic training, and provides invaluable leadership advice.
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(Not Just) War Stories - Peyton Knippel
Retired Ranger TACP/JTAC, Peyton Knippel, talks about unconventional beginnings, overcoming adversity to achieve greatness, and seeking alternative methods to deal with his PTS.
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(Not Just) War Stories - Kevin Whalen
Retired Chief Master Sergeant, and Silver Star recipient, Kevin Whalen, talks about the cruciality of a conventional TACP foundation, excelling as a special operations JTAC, and the importance of giving back to honor our fallen.
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(Not Just) War Stories - Ray Carvalho
Retired TACP, and Air Force First Sergeant, Ray Carvalho talks about serving in Central and South America, deploying to teach and fight with the Saudi Arabian military, and the importance of taking care of your troops both as a TACP and a First Sergeant
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(Not Just) War Stories - Michael Blasinsky
Former Special Forces TACP ETAC/JTAC, Michael Blasinsky, talks about the incalculable value of good mentors, being there at the beginning of OEF and OIF, and the importance of having a network of friends available in times of need.
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(Not Just) War Stories - Jordan Jakubowski
Former Ranger TACP JTAC, Jordan Jakubowski, talks about getting hazed, combat operations with Army Rangers, and being successful after leaving the military.
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(Not Just) War Stories - Juan Valentin
Retired Special Forces TACP, Juan Valentin, talks about growing up in Puerto Rico, getting blown up and losing friends in combat, and the difficulty of living with a traumatic brain injury.
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(Not Just) War Stories - Keith Ingram
Retired Ranger and Special Forces TACP, Keith Ingram, talks about already being there when Just Cause begins, why it wasn't a good idea to get off the road in Bosnia, and the importance of knowing how to translate military skill into civilian language.
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(Not Just) War Stories - Surf Brigade
Retired Chief Master Sergeant, and former 17th STS Superintendent, Kevin Laliberte, talks about his new endeavor to help veterans find purpose, a narrative, and community through surfing.
https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/notjustwarstories/episodes/Episode-37---Surf-Brigade-e29c0ej/a-aac0l6u
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(Not Just) War Stories - Jeremy Brooks
Retired Senior Master Sergeant, and Ranger TACP JTAC, Jeremy Brooks, talks about airman shenanigans, excelling in combat, and the importance of community involvement.
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(Not Just) War Stories - Jeff Staha
Retired Special Tactics Colonel, and former Ranger TACP ETAC, Jeff Staha, talks about Operation Urgent Fury, key points to successful leadership, and not letting a very hard childhood prevent him from achieving success.
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(Not Just) War Stories - Sundance Scardino
Former TACP, Pararescueman, paramedic, and fireman, Sundance Scardino, talks about the importance of a good first mentor, pushing yourself (twice) to reach your goals, and facing demons to find peace.
Sundance is also involved with a non-profit called OGA Vets, https://www.ogavets.com/, which unites veterans through golf.
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(Not Just) War Stories - Shawn Minyon
Retired Senior Master Sergeant, and Special Forces TACP, Shawn Minyon, talks about the asymmetrical nature of SOF operations, how having integrity can save lives, and the unequaled importance of family.
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(Not Just) War Stories
Retired Chief Master Sergeant, and 24th Special Tactics Squadron TACP, Brett Barbee, talks about overcoming his mistakes, working with our country's most elite operators, and the importance of tangible solutions over meaningless policies.
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