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Episode 6: Joey Nobody Nov 19, 2021

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On episode 6 of the Late Night History podcast Joey Nobody joins me to discuss his fascinating career as a world renowned tattoo artist, graphic designer, illustrator, and creative mad scientist! Joey Nobody may be just his tattoo name, however, he has lived 9 lives. We talk about how he started his career in New York City at 13, dodging punches thrown by outlaw bikers to inking rock bands and becoming the official tattoo artist for Naval Special Warfare. Joey and I have collaborated on projects together including the logo for this very podcast. We discuss that story among other things including tattoo culture, the evolution of the tattoo industry, and some of the current projects he is involved with. Follow Joey on Instagram (@warpaintactual) and visit his website (www.warpaintactual.com) for some badass stickers, swag, and other gear.

Episode 5: Aaron Love Nov 12, 2021

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On episode 5 of the Late Night History podcast Aaron Love joins the show to discuss the history of US Air Force Pararescue Jumpers or PJs. Outside of the US military, the general public largely believes the Air Force consists of just pilots, but Aaron and I discuss how the PJs have been instrumental in every military operation since the Vietnam War. Some highlights include how PJs deploy to combat zones, as humanitarian relief, and even in support of NASA; more fascinating food escapades while working with partner units overseas; the history of their beloved mascot "Charlie The PJ"; and much, much more! Aaron also has a podcast called Ones Ready (@onesready) where he and other special operations professionals dispel myths and provide training tips for those young bucks looking to enter the career field.

Episode 4: Annie Ferguson May 14, 2021

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Episode 4 of the Late Night History podcast, I am joined by Rob Garnett (@rob.garnett), who appeared on Episode 2. We also welcome on Annie Ferguson, the first One More Wave (@1mwave) team rider, the name we attribute to our veteran surfers. Annie is a reservist formerly assigned to SEAL Team 17, one of the two reserve SEAL teams. She is a trailblazer for women in special operations having served as one of the first Female Support Technicians (FSTs) — more popularly known in SOCOM as Cultural Support Teams (CSTs) — in Naval Special Warfare (NSW). She completed three combat deployments to Iraq and Afghanistan supporting Navy SEALs, Army Special Forces ODAs, and Joint Special Operations Command (JSOC). Annie continues to serve in the reserves in a special operations capacity.

Episode 3: Luke Ryan Mar 12, 2021

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Episode 3 of the Late Night History podcast, my co-host Alex West (@alexwest_coast) and I (@latenighthistory) welcome on our guest Luke Ryan (@lesgingerables). Luke is perhaps one of the coolest dudes that I work with. He is a former Army Ranger, an author, a poet, and a social media manager for Black Rifle Coffee. We discuss his childhood growing up in Pakistan and Thailand and how he achieved his first byline in a newspaper by the age of 12. We also cover the history of Army Rangers from the real old school days to how Ranger Battalion has evolved during the Global War on Terrorism (GWOT) — with a number of rabbit holes in-between. Towards the end of the show, we geek out on war and literature, World War I poetry, and Luke shares the latest news on his upcoming book with publisher Dead Reckoning Collective.

Episode 2: Rob Garnett Feb 26, 2021

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On episode 2 of the Late Night History podcast, I am joined by my co-host, Alex West, who appeared on the first episode. We also invited on our friend Rob Garnett, the Managing Director at One More Wave and former Navy SEAL who spent 23 years at various west coast-based SEAL Teams.

We discuss rock climbing history, the OSS Jedburghs and OSS Maritime Unit, how women joining special operations forces was a game changer on the battlefield, the history and culture of post-traumatic stress, and many other interesting topics!

Episode 1: Alex West Feb 13, 2021

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For the first episode of the Late Night History podcast I am joined by my friend Alex West, the founder of the non-profit One More Wave and a former Navy SEAL who served 11 years at the Naval Special Warfare Development Group.

Episode 1 highlights:

1). American history between baseballs and hand grenades.

2). Alex's fascinating upbringing as a son of expats living in South Africa and Egypt, which included climbing a pyramid!

3). Navy SEAL training history.

4). SEAL Team 3 and participating in the invasions of Afghanistan (2001) and Iraq (2003).

5). Food experiences unlike any other — hunting reindeer with modern day Vikings in Norway, the amazing pancake station in Iraq, and not-so appetizing meals in Somalia.

6). Navy SEAL swagger in the Vietnam War and the China Beach Surf Club.

7). One More Wave and all of the amazing work this non-profit has accomplished since 2015.

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