Choices Not Chances Podcast

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Choices Not Chances Episode 14- Adam Franco (Maj. USMC) Jan 18, 2022

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In this episode, Adam Franco talks about the experiences being raised by a firefighter in New York pre 9/11, as well as the impact that it had on him, to see his father return to New York after retirement to dig through the World Trade Center Towers rubble for survivors. This incident had a profound impact on his future. He would play football for the Merchant Marine Academy and then became commissioned as a Marine officer after. Adam Franco was the Platoon Commander of a Platoon of Marines in Marjah Afghanistan when Matt and I were there in 2010. A true warrior!

Choices Not Chances Episode 13- Ryan and Matt "Purpose Driven Life" Jan 04, 2022

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In this episode, Matt and I talk about the critical nature of having a purpose in life bigger than one's self. In this vein, we talk about transition out of the ranks and filling the void. When someone exits the ranks, it is common to hear that they lose some sense of purpose. A sense of purpose was filled by serving, in whatever capacity the service was. In my own transition, it became critical to my well-being to strive for something outside myself. this episode is an attempt at passing that information forward.

Choices Not Chances "Special Edition" Ryan Rogers Motivational Speech to the Fighting Men of Weapons Co. 1/2 Dec 24, 2021

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The geopolitical situation being what it is, there has never been another time when it was important to be and stay ready. Even with no enemy to set your sights on, and direct your training. You are in the business of being ready!

Choices Not Chances Episode 12- Michael "LUNCHBOX" Grimes (LCpl. USMC) Dec 21, 2021

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Michael Grimes was a member of the 2nd Squad in the push of Marjah with 3/6, Kilo Company, Second Platoon. The episode covers that deployment from a junior Marine's eyes. We talk tales of combat and some of his transition out of the Corps. Grimes was then and continues to be comedic relief to all those around him. A dear friend and brother of Matt and Ryan.

Choices Not Chances Episode 11- Robert "SHREK" Harrell (Spc. US Army)(Firefighter & Emt Ret.) Dec 07, 2021

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Robert Harrell AKA "SHREK" talks to the podcast about many things in this episode. He served in the Army as a firefighter amongst other things and then continued his career in the fire services once he ended his active duty time. He is the epitome of a selfless individual, even in the face of overwhelming adversity in his rearing years. Shrek then talks about PTSD and complex PTSD as it pertains to him, and some of the transitional remedies that help him thrive, in spite of the cards he was given. Please follow along and learn from the ones that have come before you and in some cases after you.

Choices Not Chances Episode 9 - Johnny "MF" Glenn (CWO3 US Army Ret.)"Green Beret" Nov 09, 2021

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This video features Johnny Glenn, a dear friend, and brother in arms. After 10 plus deployments to Afghanistan and other places in the world on behalf of our freedom, Johnny joins the podcast to give insight into the war and his career. A real warfighter! Thanks for listening.

Choices Not Chances Episode 8 -John Wayne Williams (GySGT. USMC Ret.) - The Epitome of a Marine Oct 26, 2021

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This episode features Gunny John Wayne Williams - Tales of Iraq in the triangle of death, as well as the heroic bravery and courage under fire, that earned this man the Bronze Star (V). In this engagement, while attached to an ODA outfit, John Wayne is put under an ISIS combined arms dilemma. Complete with technical vehicles, suicide bombers, and enemy mortars. Then the vehicle is rocked by a Anti Tank wire Guided Missile. Don't miss this epic account of the war against ISIS. Thanks for Listening.

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Choices Not Chances Episode 7- Harlan Baublit (Louisiana Gun Shop) "The Sponsor" Oct 12, 2021

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Join us at the Louisiana Gun Shop as we talk to Harlan Baublit, the owner of LGS and sole sponsor of the Podcast. We talk about his life growing up as well as his business ventures with explosives, guns, and training. Harlan shows off some of his favorite builds and greatest deals. The LGS is also serving all 50 states through the online site at

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Choices Not Chances Episode 6- James "THE PHILOSOPER" Finney (GySgt. USMC) Sep 28, 2021

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In this episode we interview Gunny James Finny. We will discuss his childhood, military service and philosophy of the warrior. Thanks for listening.

Choices Not Chances Episode 5- Ryan and Matt "Lions Of Marjah" "Roads/Runners/5 Day War" Sep 14, 2021

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In this episode of Choices Not Chances, the book review is coming to a close and we discuss not getting LCpl. Rhoads (the Commanding Officer's radio operator) killed. The calm of Marines that constantly live outside the wire, the 5 day war, and developing tactics with Sgt. Joey Harms. Runner teams were developed to close with the enemy faster while in Marjah. THANKS FOR LISTENING.

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