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How a military spouse escaped her abusive husband Jan 17, 2023

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Jack Murphy takes us into the horrifying story of Celina, who escaped an abusive marriage and what the miltiary did and did not do to help her. *Warning: this episode contains descriptions of domestic violence, cruelty towards children, and animal abuse. Listener discretion is advised.*

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Fast Take: Military astronauts, kid slang, and Big Bird's close call Jan 05, 2023

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Rod Rodriguez and Jack Murphy discuss last week's episode, an interview with Navy SEAL and astronaut Chris Cassidy. We also talk about some new slang the kids are using on the streets nowadays, hate mail and Big Bird's close call with death.

Navy SEAL and astronaut Chris Cassidy Dec 29, 2022

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We had the privilige of sitting down with the amazing Chris Cassidy; Navy SEAL, astronaut and the feature in Disney+'s "Among the Stars." Chris shares his experience joining the Navy, going to BUD/S, getting jettisoned into space, and his recent work making the National Medal of Honor Museum become a reality! Is there a better person to learn stress management from? All that and more on this episode of Military Matters! To learn more about the Medal of Honor Museum and how you can help go to https://mohmuseum.org

Christmas Message mixdown Dec 22, 2022

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It's Christmas time! Why are you listening to a podcast? Well, this is our holiday message but IF you need some much needed podcast time away from the festivities check our last episode on SFAS standards or any of our other episodes. We'll help you get through the holidays. We'll be back next week with a new full episode! Merry Christmas, Happy Holidays, and Be Safe!

Fast Take - a true story of FAILING Special Forces Assessment and Selection Dec 15, 2022

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Jack Murphy and Rod Rodriguez discuss last week's episode about whether or not Special Forces Assessment and Selection (SFAS) standards have changed for the worse, the research behind the conclusion, and Rod tells his own story of failing SFAS! All that and more on this Fast Take!

Have SFAS standards changed? Dec 08, 2022

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Jack Murphy talks with Dr. David Walton, retired Army Special Forces lieutenant colonel and former director of Special Operations Education, about the rumors surrounding relaxed Special Forces Assessment and Selection (SFAS) standards. Has SFAS become easier? Does the inclusion of women candidates have an impact on standards?

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FAST TAKE - Rowe vs Wade vs Service Members Dec 01, 2022

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Hosts Rod Rodriguez and Jack Murphy discuss women's reproductive health, Japanese culture and the impact Roe v. Wade's repeal is having on the force. That and more on this Fast Take!

Fast Take: Happy Thanksgiving 2022 Nov 24, 2022

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Rod Rodriguez and Jack Murphy wish you the happiest of Thanksgivings! Remember folks, nothing says family dinner like discussing religion, politics, and podcasts at the dinner table!

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Roe v. Wade v. The Military Nov 17, 2022

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This year the Supreme Court repealed Roe vs Wade, the 1973 landmark ruling that established the constitutional right to abortion in the U.S. This ruling made an already difficult issue for women service members even more challenging. Compounded by the Hyde Amendment, which prohibits miltiary hospitals and (and TRICARE coverage) from performing an abortion unless it's a case of incest, rape, or if the mother's life is in danger, women service members have found themselves in potentially dangerous situations. We talk with Stripes reporter Nancy Montgomery who covered this topic in a Stripes article, then Air Force reservist and military spouse Bari Wald shares her shocking story of a botched abortion in a Japanese clinic.

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Fast Take - Future War: North Korea Nov 10, 2022

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Rod Rodriguez and Jack Murphy discuss the North Korea two-parter, how all roads lead to Ukraine, and how the U.S. is reintroducing itself to the world post-GWOT. Listen and subscribe today!

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