Warfighters United Podcast

Latest Episodes:

Warfighters United Episode 12 - Sgt. First Class Sammy L. Davis (Medal Of Honor Recipient) Jul 02, 2025

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Host Eric Calley interviews Sammy L Davis, Medal of Honor Recipient from Vietnam (the real Forrest Gump) about his actions on Nov 18th, 1967. On that day he risked his life to not only deter a reinforced NVA regiment with a machine gun and Howitzer, but save 3 American Soldiers while being over ran. He is one of Americas greatest heroes who dedicated his life to helping others.

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Warfighters United Episode 11 - Doug Pickel Jun 25, 2025

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Host Eric Calley interviews Doug Pickel with Azuwant Custom Plaques on Purple Heart plaques/POW/MIA Plaques and Island park, which will be the home of the biggest POW/MIA park in t he State of Mi.

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Warfighters United Episode 10 - State Quartermaster Barry Walters Jun 18, 2025

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Host Eric Calley interviews VFW State Quartermaster and Vietnam Veteran Barry Walters about his 47 months in Vietnam and the mistreatment of our service members from a divided Nation. They also talk about the 50th Anniversary of Vietnam, Agent Orange, the Pact Act, Claim Sharks, and the VFW National Home. For all Veterans from any era, this is a very heartfelt interview on how Vietnam Veterans have stood watch to ensure that no one would treat our service members the way they were treated in the late 60's, early 70's.

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Warfighters United Episode 09 - Vetserve.us with Maj Chris Buck (Ret) and Maj Victor Diaz(Ret) (FINAL) Jun 11, 2025

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Host Eric Calley interviews Maj Chris Buck and Maj Victor Diaz about Vetserve.us to help Veterans with financial planning, VA Home loans and much more. At VetServe, we honor your service by helping you achieve the American Dream. Our team specializes in VA home loans, financial planning for veterans, and real estate solutions designed specifically for military families and those who’ve served. Founded by veterans and community leaders, VetServe provides the expert guidance you need to build a secure future for yourself and your family.

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Warfighters United Episode 08 - Major Christopher Buck Jun 03, 2025

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Host Eric Calley talks to Maj Christopher Buck. He's a retired Marine and Mustang and they discuss his years in the Marine Corps, his multiple deployments and transition out to become a top financial advisor in the Midwest.

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Warfighters United Episode 07 - Jake Rademacher May 28, 2025

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Host Eric Calley talks with Jake Rademacher, film producer of the 2009 "Brothers at War." The film depicts the toll that life-threatening work and separation take on the parents, siblings, wives and children of the soldiers. Fourteen years later he produced "Brothers After War" where Jake Rademacher reunites with his brothers and fellow soldiers from his Iraq embed revealing a unique perspective on war's impact and the transition from active warriors to veterans. Listen as Host Eric Calley discusses Jake's first hand accounts and what it is like as the two movies go full circle with the after affects of War. A must listen to for Veterans, wives and children of Veterans and all who have served.

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Warfighters United Episode 06 - Gunnery Sergeant Nick Popoditch May 20, 2025

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Host Eric Calley speaks with Gunnery Sergeant Nick Popoditch also known as the "Cigar Marine." Gunnery Sergeant Popoditch tells his first hand story of the Persian Gulf War experience as well as his tours in Iraq 2003 and 2004 where his company helped take down the Statue of Saddam at Firdos Square. He also spoke on the fight that nearly cost him his life in Fallujah in April of 2004. His never quit or give up attitude helped him inspire many to be better and not use their disabilities as a crutch. Now he's a fixture at Focus Marines foundation, a 7 day program at no cost to the Veterans who apply, and is making a difference throughout the Nation ensuring the Marines ethos of "never leave a Marine behind and Always faithful to God,Country, and the Corps" alive.

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Warfighters United Episode 05 - John Sofronas US Navy Corpsman May 13, 2025

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John Sofronas served from 1999 to 2008 in direct support of Iraqi and Enduring Freedom as a Navy Corpsman of Marines. His service includes but is not limited to Fallujah, Iraq, Africa amongst other areas of operation.

He was injured in 2006 and developed Thyroid Cancer shortly after his return from Iraq. He sustained a subseqent stroke, multiple TBI's and transitioned to working for the Department of Veterans Affairs as a Rating Specialist and Decision Review Officer. He's here to provide clarity on multiple issues for all Veterans, family members and/or beneficiaries.

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Warfighters United Episode 04 - Rob Vadaro May 07, 2025

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Host Eric Calley speaks with Rob Vadaro, A true American Warfighter. He served with 1/8 2007 to 2011 in the Marine Corps, deployed to Iraq and Afghanistan where he was hit by multiple IEDS causing him to retire. In 2022, the Ukraine war kicked off and Rob knew he could make a difference. Having friends in the Special Forces of Ukraine he flew over to assist. Rob spent 2 yrs fighting the Russians, was shot 3 times and lived to tell the story. A True American Patriot!

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Warfighters United Episode 03 - 22 Project Apr 29, 2025

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Host Eric Calley speaks with members of the 22 Project about their treatments for veterans suffering from PTSD.

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