What a Hell of a Way to Dad

Across the Darien Gap with James Stout Nov 21, 2024

James Stout from the It Could Happen Here podcast tells Francis about visiting the Darien Gap and speaking to the migrants braving the jungle for an opportunity at a better life.

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Zoo Crew Movie Night: Accepted (2006) Preview Nov 18, 2024

The Zoo Crew goes back to College with Justin Long and Jonah Hill in the college movie Accepted. One of the last of the Great American College movies made before the economy collapsed and no one could afford school any more

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DadChat: Log off, read a book Nov 14, 2024

This week Francis and Nate are logging off, reading books, and hoping for Kirkland branded apartments above the local Costco

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DadChat: Sit down Sport, we need to talk politics (with Jack Forman) Nov 07, 2024

It's been a...not great week for many of us online. Jack Forman, a dad, a former teacher, radio host, and kid indie music artist joins Francis to talk about how to talk about Presidential Elections with your kids Support us on Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/Hellofawaytodie

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DadChat: Fisher Price Jam Session Nov 04, 2024

This week Nate is still in Geneva Housing limbo, but he's getting closer. The two talk about finding new hobbies in middle age, spreading artistic wings, and how to rock out baby style

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MASHcast - Crisis and George *Preview* Oct 31, 2024

This month's MASH episodes are right in our wheelhouse. Crisis sees the 4077th dealing with supply line cuts as best they can. George tackles homosexuality in the Military, and it's surprisingly well done and not super offensive.

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The Black Box of Doom with Jason Pargin Oct 28, 2024

This week Jason Pargin joins the podcast to discuss his latest book, I'm Beginning to Worry About this Black Box of Doom. We discuss the impact of social media, the desire to follow breaking news regardless of what is true or not, and the KILLDOZER

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Deadliest Warrior: William Wallace vs Shaka Zulu (Feat November Kelly) *PREVIEW* Oct 24, 2024

This month Francis is joined by November (@PostOctoborist) to talk discuss the matchup of two men of legend, the Highland hero William Wallace vs the king of Africa Shaka Zulu. It's an episode full of wallet chains and uncomfortable Scottish shit talking.

Listen to November's many podcasts WTYP, Trash Future, Kill James Bond, No Gods No Mayors

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Dadchat: Hoosier Daddy Oct 22, 2024

Francis discovers there are cities that will pay for you to move to them, mostly in Indiana. Nate does his best to dissuade him

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The Zoo Crew goes on Vacation Oct 17, 2024

This week the Zoo Crew talks vacations. Where we've been, where we're going, and a lot more.

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DadChat: How to own a home (Don't) Oct 15, 2024

This week Nate and Francis talk about the downsides to home ownership (not having any money) and renting (also not having any money). We discuss Francis' recent trip to Hawaii, Nate finally escaping Normal Island for good, and joining strike lines

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Have Snakes, Need Birds with Travis Klempan Oct 07, 2024

Francis talks about the novel Have Snakes, Need Birds with author Travis Klempan. Travis weaves a story of deployment boredom mixed with spiritual horror as Sgt. Mackinzie finds himself in the middle of a metaphysical war between two ancient spirits. All while trying to keep track of the physical war which threatens him and his team every day.

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Deadliest Warrior: Shaolin Monk vs. Maori Oct 02, 2024

KD is back this month to pit steel against stone as the Shaolin Monks take on the Maori. Are there multiple Hakas? Yes. Is everything basically a club? Yes. Is someone oddly racist at a computer at the very end? You bet your ass.

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The Thin Purple Line with Jasper Craven Sep 30, 2024

Journalist and returning guest Jasper Craven recently went through security guard training and six months of employment to write about the experience. It's a mix of bad training, worse instructors, and a lot of people just trying to get a job. You can read his reporting here in Harpers Magazine

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Zoo Crew: News Roundup Preview Sep 25, 2024

We discuss the news up to September 20th. Any news happening after that we cannot be accountable for. This week, it's the first piece of "history" gun guys go for (because they're dirt cheap), the SKS. We also talk about the North Carolina governor race and a bailiff getting a little wild in the judges chambers.

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DadChat: In Search of Mister Coffee Sep 23, 2024

It’s another DadChat featuring Nate and Francis, and in this week’s episode we’re talking all sorts of things: relocation expenses, pre-positioning supplies when changing babies, and the surprisingly varied ways in which people make coffee on the eastern side of the Atlantic. Which is to say, Francis has never actually had someone explain to him what espresso actually is. We also answer a lot of Ask A Dad questions!

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MASHCast: Schrödinger's virginity * Preview * Sep 20, 2024

This week Francis and Carey watch two more episodes of MASH. We are nearly done with Season 2, and the characters really start to come out. Klinger is better dressed, Radar is getting some (theoretically), and Hawkeye's eyes have never been so blue.

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DadChat: Back to School Edition feat. Jack Forman Sep 16, 2024

For this week’s DadChat, we have a special guest: Jack Forman, who’s been on before and who is now helping produce the show while Nate navigates the alpine labyrinth of Swiss bureaucracy. And in this episode, Jack discusses his experience as a former elementary school teacher, and what the oft-discussed ‘back to school’ period is like for teachers and school staff. We very much hope you enjoy it!

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DadChat: Trains Across Cultures Sep 10, 2024

Francis has missed his train, or at least one of them, and Nate took a train to enjoy the air conditioning in the middle of a European heat wave. We discuss the travails of being an Amtrak passenger, the experience of riding in the jungle gym car on CFF trains, and much more.

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DadChat: Eurodad Chronicles Sep 04, 2024

Nate’s finally moved to yet another country even further from Indiana, and for this week’s episode he and Francis discuss the travails of being the single member of your family who speaks the language of the country you’re in, the inevitability of your kids making fun of you for speaking that language badly, and much more.

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Deadliest Warrior: Green Berets vs Spetsnaz *Preview* Aug 27, 2024

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The Zoo Crew is back for this month's Deadliest Warrior. It's our first group on group battle with modern weapons. Come for the ballistics knife and stay as we speculate how many war crimes each person did in Afghanistan.

DadChat: The Grand National Park Experience Aug 23, 2024

This week Jack Forman joins Francis to discuss a multi week trip to various National Parks on the western seaboard. There is also advice on how to get a cat (open your door, one will eventually walk in) and how much we love to BE in the outdoors but not SLEEP in it

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M*A*S*HCast - Sometimes they don't hold up *PREVIEW* Aug 20, 2024

Francis and Carey watch For Want of a Boot and Operation Noselift and learn sometimes fifty year old TV shows don't hold up very well.

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Guest Episode: Spycops Legacy, Part 2 (feat. Tom Fowler) Aug 20, 2024

This is a special supplemental episode this week featuring friend of the show and investigative journalist Samantha Asumadu (@SamanthaAsumadu)

This episode continues Sam Asumadu’s interview with Tom Fowler on the topic of the Spycops inquiry, and the degree to which the British state has attempted to scuttle any and all social justice protests, while at the same time ensuring the far right has a free pass. Tom is the host of the Spycops Info Podcast, which is available here: https://spycops.info/

If you missed part 1, check it out here: https://five.libsyn.com/show/episodes/view/32524677

Spycops may not be a familiar story to American listeners, but the summarized version is: the British state has recently admitted to using secret deep-cover police to infiltrate activist groups for over 30 years, using stolen identities and encouraging officers to enter into relationships with activists (to include fathering children) only to abandon them once their mission ended.

As Sam describes in this episode, the surveillance (and sabotage of activist groups) is something still happening to this day.

Check out Tom's work and social media posts here: https://x.com/tombfowler

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For more of Sam's investigative work, check out the following links:

https://www.thecanary.co/opinion/2024/06/27/labour-forde-report/

https://www.thecanary.co/uk/analysis/2024/07/30/priti-patel-conservative/

https://samanthaasumadu.substack.com/p/this-is-unusual

https://www.thecanary.co/long-read/2024/08/09/axis-of-evil-new/

DadChat: All This to Build A Table? Aug 12, 2024

For this week’s episode, we’re talking about big DIY projects and the immense feeling of accomplishment from something actually working the way it’s supposed to, especially if the process of getting there… involved some detours. Hope you enjoy!

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The Zoo Crew goes to The World Games Aug 12, 2024

Sure you love the Olympics, but what about all the cool sports that don't get showcased? Like fan paragliding and Handball? That's what The World Games are for

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Guest Episode: Spycops Legacy, Part 1 (feat. Tom Fowler) Aug 10, 2024

This is a special supplemental episode this week featuring friend of the show and investigative journalist Samantha Asumadu (@SamanthaAsumadu)

In part 1 of this interview series, Sam speaks with activist and reporter Tom Fowler, who's been documenting the Spycops inquiries in the UK—and who was himself part of a group infiltrated by Spycops in the 2000s. Tom is the host of the Spycops Info Podcast, which is available here: https://spycops.info/

Spycops may not be a familiar story to American listeners, but the summarized version is: the British state has recently admitted to using secret deep-cover police to infiltrate activist groups for over 30 years, using stolen identities and encouraging officers to enter into relationships with activists (to include fathering children) only to abandon them once their mission ended.

As Tom's interview reveals, the details are even more unsettling than what's summarized above.

Part 2 will be out next week!

Check out Tom's work and social media posts here: https://x.com/tombfowler

Check out Sam's bio and newsletter here: https://samanthaasumadu.substack.com/about

For more of Sam's investigative work, check out the following links:

https://www.thecanary.co/opinion/2024/06/27/labour-forde-report/

https://www.thecanary.co/uk/analysis/2024/07/30/priti-patel-conservative/

https://samanthaasumadu.substack.com/p/this-is-unusual

https://www.thecanary.co/long-read/2024/08/09/axis-of-evil-new/

DadChat: The Voice of Youth feat. Keaton Aug 05, 2024

For this week's DadChat, Nate and Francis join former Trashfuture intern and friend of the show Keaton to discuss what it's actually like being 18 in 2024, and why the iron law of nostalgia means that kids are now playing 2000s music at parties under the guise of classic throwback jams. We come out of the experience feeling enlightened and very, very old.

Disney's Mulan 1998 (Feat Eric of Soundtracker) *Preview* Aug 01, 2024

Eric Peacock from the podcast Soundtracker joins Francis to talk about the Disney movie Mulan. The Music! The violence! The talking dragon voiced by Eddie Murphy. Strap in and we'll make a man out of you!

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DadChat: Baby’s Gone Mobile Jul 28, 2024

For this week’s episode, Nate and Francis discuss how to manage when your kids (like all kids) show poor impulse control, Nate’s recent experiences in the Netherlands, and how the game changes when your baby suddenly learns how to crawl. We very much hope you enjoy.

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DadChat: Build Me A Computer Jul 21, 2024

Nate and Francis are back for another dadchat, this time discussing: does an appeal to fairness help subtly encourage your kid to not trust cops? Does it count as vacation if you get sick? And have you ever built a computer from scratch?

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The Hoosier Life *Preview* Jul 18, 2024

A surprising amount of towns in Indiana will give you money to move there. As our resident Hoosier, Nate takes Francis around the state to point out everywhere you shouldn't live

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What a Hell of a Way to Rebrand Jul 14, 2024

This week we're talking rebrands. The same show as you know it, but soon to be What a Hell of a Way to Dad. Also, the overlooked technical, Disney World changes to their disability access pass, and more

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DadChat: Hawaii Foods Edition Jul 07, 2024

Nate and Francis reconvene for a DadChat on the topic of upcoming vacations and all the incredible things you can eat in Hawaii. Undying love for lilikoi? Check. A deep dive into the origins of li hing mui mango? Check. Odes to the wonderment of 7-11 foods? It’s all there.

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Deadliest Warrior Yakuza vs Mafia (Feat Brigham Young Money) *Preview* Jul 01, 2024

This month Jordan and Greg from Brigham Young Money join Francis to watch a faceoff between the Japanese Yakuza and American Mafia.

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Russian Honeypots Feat Steve Beynon Jun 28, 2024

This week Francis talks to Steve Beynon about his reporting on On base child care, Solders getting fooled by Russian Honeypots, and Dining Facilities looking like Airport food kiosks

Hell of a News Roundup: Our friend the Bradley Jun 25, 2024

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This week Francis shows off his second hand pickups, watches a Bradley Fighting Vehicle throw hands, and looks for more ways to expand the show.

DadChat: Boy Scout Reminiscences (Positive When Possible) Jun 23, 2024

Nate and Francis are back for a dadchat and we’re talking Boy Scouts (no idea how we got to this topic). We were not Eagle Scouts and don’t have any stake in defending the institution, but we reflect on our experiences as weird goofy nerds in uniforms (before the military).

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DadChat: Resist the Vape’s Siren Song Jun 16, 2024

It’s Father’s Day in the US and UK. In this episode, Nate and Francis are back with a DadChat that spans many topics... but particularly emphasizes the fact that, while vaping is better than smoking, you may be unable to resist its power.

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DadChat: Don't worry, they bounce Jun 09, 2024

This week Francis and Nate discuss baby's first head bonk, preteen's first kiss, and how you too can set up a complex series of decades old cables to get that weird buzz out of your recordings

HapsburgCon 2024 with Chris Hooks May 31, 2024

This week Francis talks with Texas journalist Chris Hooks who attended the Plano, Tx Hapsbug convention. Come meet all the factions of royalists, come hear about the hurdles to get to sainthood, and come enjoy the Terminally Online Eudard Hapsburg

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Deadliest Warrior: Pirate Vs Knight *Preview* May 28, 2024

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Francis is joined by Kelly to pick over another Deadliest Warrior episode. This month, a French Knight from the 15th century squares off with a low rent Captain Jack Sparrow in the scrub brush of Southern California. If you're into deep dives of Canadian History, then check out Kelly's show and more on Link Tree - https://linktr.ee/bornunderpunchs

DadChat: Letting Stuff Go Edition May 26, 2024

Nate and Francis discuss the perennial troop phenomenon of getting dumped overseas, the goal of being a better person in your forties than you were in your twenties, the stereotypes associated with various universities in the Midwest, and the important ask-a-dad question of ‘is there a uniformly good brand of diapers?’ Hope you enjoy!

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A Night at the Museum with Lilith May 20, 2024

This week Francis talks with museum collections manager Lilith from the National Japanese American Historical society. We discuss moving your collections, doing provenance research, and begging you not to donate your grandfathers dirty Korean War era underwear.

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DadChat: The Prince of Roblox Songs May 20, 2024

Nate and Francis are back for a DadChat, this time discussing important questions such as: what if your kid gets into Roblox? What if your kid just likes reading a lot? Are video games better or worse for you now than they were in 1989? And an essential Ask A Dad question: what sort of gifts should you get for new parents?

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The Zoo Crew Presents: Predator *Preview* May 13, 2024

This month we watch a classic action flick that most of have never seen. It's got all the memes, the blood, the guy constantly shaving, and all the unlimited ammo magazines you could need Get the FULL episode at the $5 a month level, and access to seven years of bonus content - https://www.patreon.com/posts/104170458

DadChat: Newborn Edition feat. Chris James May 12, 2024

For this week's DadChat, Francis speals with Chris James (@theCJS) of the Guys Podcast about his experiences in parenting a newborn. As in, he's got a one-month-old and he's extremely sleep-deprived, but there's already so much to talk about. Very much hope you enjoy!

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DadChat: Is There a Perfect Time to Have a Kid? No May 04, 2024

Note: this DadChat was recorded back in March right before Nate had a family emergency, so if it seems out-of-date it’s due to that.

For this week’s DadChat, Nate and Francis discuss the perennial question of ‘when is it the correct time to have a kid?’ And the answer is: whenever the circumstances work for you, but there’s always something happening that makes it a challenge. And once it happens you will never sleep normally again.

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DadChat: 2000s Culture Free Association Apr 28, 2024

For this week’s DadChat, Nate and Francis examine just what would constitute an ‘I remember the 2000s’ cultural encapsulation. As someone who literally owned an ‘All Your Base Are Belong to Us’ shirt (Nate) and a guy who experienced the red ring of death on an Xbox 360 (Francis), we simply know the source material too well. Also in this episode: Nate having to wage war against the British postal service because one guy apparently has the power to send your mail to the bottom of the ocean if he doesn’t want to load a heavy package on a truck.

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Deadliest Warrior: Spartan vs Ninja *Preview* Apr 24, 2024

This month Francis is joined by Quinn from the Failure to Launch podcast for Deadliest Warrior: Spartan vs Ninja. Spears, shields, swords and...pocket sand? Get the full episode here at the $5 level - https://www.patreon.com/Hellofawaytodie

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Spinning the wheel of Ecological disasters with Calvin Norman Apr 22, 2024

This week Francis is joined by Forestry expert and conservationist Calvin Norman to discuss the impact of the War in Ukraine on the local ecology, and the extent it's going to take to get it back up and running again. Calvin also shares some of his favorite existential horrors that are less 'How do I pay my bills' and more 'will this hamburger eat my brain?' Check out the many webinars we discuss here - https://extension.psu.edu/the-war-in-ukraine-impacts-on-the-people-forests-and-environment

DadChat: Ursula Le Guin Laudation Station Apr 20, 2024

For this week’s DadChat, Nate and Francis discuss books they’re reading, which leads to an examination of how Nate wound up giving the work of Ursula Le Guin and Phillip K. Dick a try, and why he strongly recommends both. We also discuss childhood insomnia and recommendations for easy-to-manage herb gardens. It’s a DadChat package deal.

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Militia House with John Milas Apr 15, 2024

Veteran and Author John Milas joins Francis to discuss his debut horror Novel Militia House, set in 2010 Afghanistan and following a couple of bored Marines stuck in the middle of nowhere. John discusses his journey from Marine to author, his writing process, and what it is about horror that people love

Pick up Militia house here or wherever you get books - https://www.amazon.com/Militia-House-Novel-John-Milas/dp/1250857066

DadChat with Greg from the Brigham Young Money Podcast Apr 12, 2024

This week Francis talks with Greg of the Brigham Young Money Podcast about raising your kids around Religion. Greg is an ex Morman and Francis an ex Catholic and discuss how to talk about God and beliefs when you don't believe yourself

Listen to his show about Utah Politics http://brighamyoungmoney.com/

His other podcast about the Utah Jazz - https://twitter.com/Unsalvageables

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Failing Upwards with Steve Beynon Apr 04, 2024

This week Military.com reporter Steve Beynon stops by to update us on some of his more recent stories, such as a four star general greasing the wheels for a subordinate to be promoted, Special Forces once again getting caught with Nazi patches, and Chow Hall dining kiosks

Special Forces - https://www.military.com/daily-news/2024/03/27/army-shared-image-of-special-forces-soldier-wearing-nazi-patch.html

General Hamilton suspended - https://www.military.com/daily-news/2024/03/22/army-4-star-who-pressured-panel-help-career-of-unfit-officer-suspended-facing-pentagon-investigation.html

DFAC Kiosks - https://www.military.com/daily-news/2024/02/29/army-going-all-food-kiosks-base-dining-facilities-struggle.html

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The Zoo Crew goes to Man Camp *Preview* Apr 02, 2024

This week the Zoo Crew is headed to Man Camp. We're dropping enough money to buy a new Toyota Corolla and instead of having a sensible car with low miles, we're getting slurs screamed at us by an angry Armenian guy

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Broken Tracks with Davis Winkie Mar 27, 2024

Content warning: Suicide

This week Davis Winkie comes on the show to talk about his deep dive into the suicide epidemic faced by Army Tank units

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Hell of a Way News Roundup: The Army's Navy Mar 20, 2024

This week Francis discusses the Navy. But not the American Navy, the Army Navy. Also covered is the Thai Navy shooting itself (Because it's nice to know it's not just us) and the National Guard dicking around on their phones in the Subway stations.

Instead of a madia section, we're back to reading from anti war zines of the 1970s. I've been running through a lot of Sharpe books and while they are fun, they are also hardly conversational

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DadChat: Live from the Monkey House with Jack Forman Mar 18, 2024

This week Francis brings Jack Forman, formerly of the Sirius XM station Kids Place Live on the show. Jack has run a kids call-in show for eleven years, taking thousands of calls from kids all around North America and now finds himself let go, but still continuing his vision. We talk about conversations with kids, 'kindie' music, and strange Italian songs

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Francis' Kindie spotify playlist - https://open.spotify.com/playlist/2xBjExvKyUFksCmLL8RPGf?si=706be46f40c6465f

Prisencolinensinainciusol - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-VsmF9m_Nt8&ab_channel=LePietreRotolanti

DadChat: Dreaming of a World with No Dodge Neons Mar 16, 2024

For this week’s DadChat, Nate and Francis talk about their first cars… but also a discussion of what goes into sound production for podcasts, the roller-coaster of your child getting every germ on earth when they start nursery, and some discussions for fans of war-themed genre fiction. Hope you enjoy!

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Into the Wild Blue Yonder Mar 11, 2024

This week Francis talks with Emerson, a fellow Public Affairs troop, but for the Air Force. We discuss the fun of being in PAO, the differences in the branches, and how much better it is to be an airman than a soldier

DadChat: Making Drywall Exciting Mar 11, 2024

It’s DadChat, and we’ve got a spirited discussion about dealing with old houses and their old house problems, solid vs. hollow walls, the hobbies we picked up from our own dads, and the strange situation where British banks let landlords take out interest-only mortgages that were, of course, adjustable-rate mortgages. You can imagine how that went. Hope you enjoy?

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Hell of a News Roundup: Air Force Blues Mar 06, 2024

This week it's all about the Air Force as Francis discusses three stories from the branch we all love to hate.

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National Guard story - https://www.militarytimes.com/news/pentagon-congress/2024/03/01/guard-officials-probing-texas-generals-appearance-at-trump-rally/

Jack Teixeira - https://taskandpurpose.com/news/air-national-guard-leaker-jack-teixeira-gets-16-year-prison-sentence/

New Air Force regulations - https://www.military.com/daily-news/2024/03/01/no-salute-zones-watch-caps-gym-bags-air-force-summarizes-new-policies-following-raft-of-changes.html

DadChat: Aspirational Uncle Status Mar 03, 2024

Sorry for the delayed episode!

For this week’s DadChat, Nate and Francis convene on the topic of whether America or Britain hates kids more, the milestone of leaving your kid at daycare, Francis’ recent experiences reading books about Navy SEALs, and an Ask A Dad question about how to be good at being an uncle. We hope you enjoy!

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What a Hell of a News Roundup: Jailing Jody Feb 28, 2024

This week Francis discusses a Chinese Jody looking at 10 months in prison for doing Jody stuff. We also dive back into the 1943 Women's Home Companion and the sunsetting of yet another free benefit for troops that's being taken away.

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Jody - https://www.militarytimes.com/off-duty/military-culture/2024/02/22/chinese-jody-hit-with-jail-time-after-stealing-military-spouse/

Army E-Learning - https://www.pdmatis.army.mil/e-Learning-Sunsetting-FAQ.pdf

Deadliest Warrior: Gladiator vs Apache *Preview* Feb 27, 2024

Once upon a time there was an incredible show called Deadliest Warrior which took stoned conversations guys had in the mid aughts about who would win a fight and put it to some of the goofiest tests you've ever seen. Francis is joined by KD to talk about the Gladiator vs Apache Warrior

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Lefty get your gun: A Better Way 2A Feb 26, 2024

This week Francis interviews Jordan from the Better Way 2A organization. We discuss gun rights, legislation, arming your queer friends, and handling all the latest at Shot Show 2024 Find out more about the organization here - https://www.abetterway2a.com/

DadChat: Don’t Hurt Your Own Feelings Feb 25, 2024

Sorry for the delayed episode!

For this week’s DadChat, Nate and Francis discuss relationships: what they’ve learned from previous ones, what they appreciate about their partners, how they’ve tried to improve upon years of making mistakes, and how fortunate they both feel to have met people who like them despite their (conspicuous) flaws. And you get a few stories about first meetings and weddings and so on. We very much hope you enjoy it

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Hell of a News Roundup: Get those hands in your pocket, sailor! Feb 21, 2024

This week Francis talks mystery books, Ukraine, and why the HELL THE SAILORS GET TO PUT THEIR HANDS IN THEIR POCKETS NOW!

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Stories cited

JD Vance - https://www.military.com/daily-news/2024/02/18/republican-opponent-of-us-aid-ukraine-brings-his-case-international-conference.html

Military Housing - https://taskandpurpose.com/military-life/department-of-defense-housing-barracks-strategy-living-conditions/

Hands in Pockets - https://www.military.com/daily-news/2024/02/14/navy-lifts-ban-sailors-putting-hands-pockets-rolls-out-various-new-uniform-changes.html

A Better Way 2A *Preview* Feb 19, 2024

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DadChat: Future Kaaba of Indianapolis Feb 16, 2024

It’s another DadChat in which we discuss Francis’s catholic upbringing, making Indianapolis a site of religious pilgrimage (place the reliquary in Monument Circle), British actors doing extremely good American accents, and much more. We also field an ‘Ask A Dad’ question: how do you avoid making the same mistakes your parents did?

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The Zoo Crew presents: Battle Los Angeles *Preview* Feb 15, 2024

Voted on by our Patreons, The Zoo crew watches the very forgettable Battle Los Angeles. We mourn the first casualties of the war effort (Coasties) and marvel at Aaron Ekhart's jawline. You can get this episode and more at the $5 level of the Patreon, and have the opportunity to vote on the next movie

DadChat: School of Dad Rock Feb 08, 2024

Nate and Francis discuss learning to play music. Well, really it’s more an episode where Francis asks Nate about why he plays music and how he got back into it starting at age 35. And we also discuss Francis’s new goal of learning to paint, and the idea that you can stave off a midlife crisis by deciding to pursue new interests (so long as they’re not self-destructive ones! Don’t do that!)

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Hell of a News Roundup: The Second Amendment now covers nuclear capable ballistics Feb 07, 2024

This week on the show, Francis covers the privitization of Army Barracks, Lt Colonels who need to be fired into the sun (all of them), and the second amendment allowing a man to keep a cold war era, Nuclear capable rocket

For the media, we're talking Underwater action thrillers and Attack on Titan

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DadChat: Operation Yuck Mouth Feb 02, 2024

For this week’s episode, Nate and Francis discuss the travails of having (or not having) dental insurance in America, how it’s different in the United Kingdom, and why Nate is still dealing with the consequences of an unfortunate game of basketball in 2007. The conversation also somehow touches on the subject of P-1/P-2 visas for Afghans who helped the U.S. military. No one can claim we don’t have range.

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Hell of a Way News Roundup: Getting stupid at twenty paces Jan 31, 2024

This week Francis dives into some local politics as a Missouri state senator is trying to bring back dueling. Also covered is the Drone attack on Tower 22, specifically how a drone managed to follow another drone into the area of attacks

For media, we cover Masters of the Air and the book Storm of Steel

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Hots & Cots, the Junior Enlisted Yelp Jan 29, 2024

This week Francis speaks with Rob, the creator of the app Hots and Cots. From moldy barracks and closed dining facilities to palatial living quarters and snow crab chow, it's the place for your troops to show off the good, bad, and ugly of military bases

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DadChat: Redwall Woodland Creature Epistemology Jan 26, 2024

This week’s free episode is another DadChat in which Francis discusses his experience reading Brian Jacques’ “Redwall” to his daughter, a long discussion to form indisputable proof that the Redwall badgers are Scottish, and much more.

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The South Africa charges of Genocide w/ Joe Kassabian Jan 22, 2024

Joe Kassabian stops by to discuss the current charges of genocide against Gaza and the Palestinian people. This episode was recorded Jan 10, 2024 so we're working with the knowledge we had at the time. Namely that the Dersh was going to be way more involved than he actually is

DadChat: You’ll Miss Your Sewer When It’s Gone Jan 18, 2024

For this week’s free episode, it’s a DadChat in which Nate and Francis discuss the calamity of having your sewer stop working, what it’s like to watch your kid get immunized and know it’s for the better good (but also internally freak out at them being in pain), how to subtly but steadfastly encourage your kid to not want to become a cop, and much more.

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Hell of a Way News Roundup: Fixing the Sassy tanks of PS Magazine Jan 17, 2024

This week Francis discusses the final folding of PS Magazine, the only cool graphic novel the military ever funded. We also talk about Top Gun, Redwall, and pulling a Dante to put all the people we don't like in Hell. If you like this, get even more on our Patreon. Your money makes it so we don't have to try to sell you mail order mattresses - https://www.patreon.com/Hellofawaytodie

DadChat: Dispatches from the Fatherhood Trenches Jan 12, 2024

Nate is back on the show and recounts to Francis his story of becoming a father… and some unexpected events that took place later. It’s a fun and heartwarming episode that also contains a lot of descriptions of what you might call medical malpractice related trauma. So, just be advised. But there are also laughs!

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What a Hell of a News Roundup: Sorry Mr. President, I have medical Jan 10, 2024

This week Francis discusses some changes to the Patreon, fun times at the Costco Business center, Iraq finally kicking us out, and the disappearence of our Sec Def

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Hell of a New Years Roundup: Sign on the dotted line if you smell what The Rock is cooking Jan 04, 2024

We're back with another news roundup with Francis. This year we're getting Nate back, making changes to the Patreon, and finding new ways to get content into your ears

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Deadwood Episode 7: Bullock Returns *Preview* Jan 02, 2024

In this episode, Seth Bullock decided braining a native american with a rock was enough killing for him and sends the killer of Wild Bill to the cops for prosecution. He's...a complicated man

Dads in a Blender (Free Bonus) Dec 26, 2023

It's the Holiday and as a present to you, here's the interview Francis did with Max from Eve6 about being a middle aged, alt rock dad

The Battle at Lake Changjin (Feat: KD from War_Takes) Dec 22, 2023

It's that special time of year where you gather around the fire with your loved ones, cozy in with some hot cocoa, and watch your favorite Christmas movie. And while a Chinese move full of propaganda about the time they beat back the US Army at Lake Changjin (The Chosin Resevoir for you America heads) isn't really a Christmas movie, the battle took place about the same time so we're gonna count it.

You'll laugh, you'll cry, you'll cheer when two tanks go head to head and one shoots the other's shell out of the air

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Hell of a News Roundup: Recruited by the algorithm Dec 20, 2023

This week on the news update we have some War Crimes News (Not the ones you're thinking of), some West Point conversation (Not the kind you're thinking of) and some Hey Dad Questions.

This week's bonus episode is about Godzilla Minus One. We open our hearts to a nuclear monster - https://www.patreon.com/posts/godzilla-minus-94938921

Modern Warfare Institute winning essay - https://mwi.westpoint.edu/sustaining-the-all-volunteer-force-means-streamlining-army-recruitment/

Soldier F murder trial - https://www.bbc.com/news/uk-northern-ireland-67679180

Not your Dad's Depeche Mode: Featuring Dusty from Vision Video Dec 14, 2023

**NOTE: We are aware Francis' audio is a bit wonky in the first 15 seconds. It's evened out after that**

This week Francis is joined by Dusty from the band Vision Video. He is also known for having a great TikTok presence as your favorite goth dad. We discuss our times in war, the military to goth band pipeline, and how there's more weird Soldiers in the Army than you think.

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Hell of a News Roundup: Hey Dad Dec 13, 2023

Army news has been pretty slow this week, so answer dad questions from the discord. Don't worry, we're all in this together

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Hell of a News Roundup: Have a Drink on Me Dec 07, 2023

This week Francis is discussing an app to rate your favorite barracks, how half of the US would suggest the military to someone they love (hate), and Armed Forces Brewing Company being denied a location due to them being complete dicks

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Hots and Cots app - https://www.armytimes.com/news/your-army/2023/10/05/stuck-in-shoddy-barracks-soldiers-made-an-app-to-review-them/

Recommending the military - https://www.militarytimes.com/news/your-military/2023/11/30/half-of-us-would-recommend-military-service-to-loved-ones-report-says/?utm_source=twitter&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=tw_at Armed Forces Brewing - https://www.militarytimes.com/off-duty/military-culture/2023/12/04/military-themed-brewery-sparks-fight-in-virginia-military-city/?utm_source=twitter&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=tw_at

Mr. Biden, let our troops smoke (Feat Tom Novelly) Dec 01, 2023

This week Francis is joined by Tom Novelly from Military.com. We discuss getting stoned in the military, secret airplanes we all know about, and whoopsies with nuclear capable devices

Read Tom's stories here - https://www.military.com/author/thoma...

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Hell of a News Roundup: Pogie Bait Pockets Dec 01, 2023

*This episode is being reuploaded*

This week Francis wrestles with an article about VA benefits from The Hill, watches First Blood, and goes over the most important part of body armor: The Groin Flap

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How Runaway disability compensation is straining Veterans Affairs - https://thehill.com/opinion/national-security/4304058-how-runaway-disability-compensation-is-straining-veterans-affairs/

Space Force officers earns Ranger tab - https://www.stripes.com/branches/space_force/2023-10-16/space-force-guardian-army-ranger-tab-11725891.html

Life on the Mississippi by Rinker Buck - https://www.amazon.com/Life-Mississippi-Epic-American-Adventure/dp/1501106376

What a Hell of a News Roundup: The Officer Aristocracy Nov 29, 2023

This week Francis is mad online because of a tweet, we read from the Woman's Home Companion, and we open some Desert Storm trading cards (and you can get some too!)

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Dear Zoo Crew *Preview* Nov 21, 2023

On Patreon this week, Francis and Carey answer questions. Everything from gun range team building to polycule etiquette.

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Davy Crockett: King of the Atomic Frontier (Feat Martin Pfeiffer) Nov 17, 2023

Nuclear Anthropogist Martin Pfeiffer joins Francis to talk about one of the more insane weapons the Americans developed during the Cold War: The Davy Crockett.

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Dispatches from Kurdistan (Feat. James Stout) Nov 10, 2023

Writer and conflict journalist James Stout is back on the show to talk about his recent trip around the Kurdish regions of Iraq and Syria. Kurdish allies are still on the front lines against ISIS, but often find themselves hung out to dry by the American Government time and time again.

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Hell of a News Roundup: Veterans Day Special Nov 08, 2023

It's a time of Anniversaries. Three years since Francis left the Army, Seven years of Podcasting, and sixteen years of free entrees for veterans at your Neighborhood Applebees

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A-10 article - https://www.defenseone.com/technology/2023/11/-10-and-f-35-competed-close-air-support-tests-years-ago-report-just-surfaced/391754/

Recruiter crisis - https://www.military.com/daily-news/2023/11/01/army-suddenly-and-chaotically-told-hundreds-of-soldiers-they-have-be-recruiters-immediately.html

What a Hell of a News Roundup: Getting kicked out of the Group Chat Nov 04, 2023

This week Francis discusses Army base renaming, and we read about a Navy guy getting in trouble for doing Navy guy stuff. We also cover a story about about rural Missouri and the immigrants who found home here.

Noel, Missouri Article - https://missouriindependent.com/2023/...

Navy Chat group - https://www.navytimes.com/news/your-n...

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Yes, you still have to do PMCS (Feat. Davis Winkie) Nov 02, 2023

Davis Winkie of Army Times joins Francis to talk about how the Peacetime Army is taking a big step back and trying to figure out if you really need to do all these oil changes on trucks that never move. Find Davis on

Twitter - https://twitter.com/davis_winkie BlueSky - https://bsky.app/profile/winkie.bsky.social

Army Times - https://www.armytimes.com/author/davis.winkie

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Hell of a Way News Roundup: TikTok True Crime Confessions Oct 25, 2023

This week we're doing something a little different. This is the audio from the weekly videos Francis has been putting up on Youtube. The series discusses military news, updates and changes in the shop, and features readins from various anti war publications put out during Vietnam.

While these episodes are more for a visual medium, I do describe the graphics I am using in detail. The hope is to put these up every week as a suppliment to the regular (and bonus) episodes. More content for the content Gods! This week Francis talks about Marines on TikTok confessing to crimes, and how we're about to lose some Navy SEALs to Steroid testing.

Readings from A Four Year Bummer

A History of Dueling *Unlocked* Oct 19, 2023

This week we're unlocking an episode from the Patreon Archives about dueling, and the many ways people have sought to kill each other like gentlemen. Sometimes you're in a balloon. Sometimes you're fighting a dog. Either way, someone is dying in the dumbest way possible. If you like this episode and want more, we have seven years of archives waiting for you for just five dollars a month at https://www.patreon.com/Hellofawaytodie. We appreciate your support in whatever way you can give it to us!

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Deadwood Episode 6: Plague *Preview* Oct 17, 2023

Plague has come to deadwood, and the Zoo Crew is chatting about getting injected with the worst vaccine (Smallpox). We also lament with Joe his flight from Armenia and the vacuum cleaner he left behind

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The Reddit Army with u/Kinmuan Oct 12, 2023

This week Francis interviews one of the Army Subreddit moderators u/Kinmuan (Paul). The two discuss the growth of the Army subreddit, the changes the group has been able to enact in Army policy, and the delicate balance when you know the Sgt. Maj. of the Army is reading your posts

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33rd County: Boondock Saints *Preview* Oct 09, 2023

Carey and Tom watch Boondock Saints, a movie that is only good if you're an impressionable teenager in 1999.

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DadChat: Dad Guys with Bryan Quinby Oct 05, 2023

Bryan Quinby from the Guys podcast tells us what it's like raising a teenager without rules, how to be friends with your kid, and hating lawns.

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The Current State of Armenia. w/ Joe Kassabian Sep 28, 2023

Francis is joined by Joe Kassabian of the Lions Led by Donkeys podcast discusses the current state of the Armenian/Azeri war. He gives a brief history of the conflict surrounding the Nagorno-Karabakh area, which has been threatened by Azerbaijan for decades. We discuss where the region is now, what may be coming in the near future, and interventions which should, but are not, being taken to prevent a genocide.

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Probing Questions about Little Green Men (Feat. Nicholas Slayton) Sep 21, 2023

The US Government has put up a website for declassified videos featuring unidentified phenomena. Francis and Nick grab their favorite probing device and dive in to the world of UAPs

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Dads in a Blender *Preview* Sep 18, 2023

Max Collins from the band Eve6 joins Francis to discuss fatherhood while touring, being in bed by 10:30, and the abject panic of losing your keys

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Rudy Giuliani: Hoisted by his own RICO Petard Sep 14, 2023

Podcast legal council Carey (@Shocks) joins Francis to discuss the rise and fall of America's Mayor as he gets hemmed up by RICO charges

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Tactical Frozen Dress *PREVIEW* Sep 11, 2023

The last episode recorded before Nate becomes a father. Francis crams in as much last minute advice as possible, Nate talks about all the work he's done to prepare, and then we talk about Tactical Baby Wearing

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Operation Lonestar: Texting your federal agent on Whatsapp Sep 07, 2023

This week Francis talks with Army Times reporter Davis Winkie about the latest developments on the Mexico border. This time: National Guard soldiers decided to start using Whatsapp to spy on migrants. Which really isn't all that legal as it turns out

Read Davis' article here: https://www.armytimes.com/news/your-army/2023/08/29/texas-guardsmen-spied-on-migrants-via-whatsapp-mishandled-secret-docs/

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‘Green Card Soldiers’ in the Military Machine feat. Sofya Aptekar Aug 31, 2023

For this week’s episode, Nate speaks with sociologist Sofya Aptekar (@sofyaaptekar), a professor at the CUNY School of Labor and Urban Studies, about her book ‘Green Card Solider: Between Model Immigrant and Security Threat.’ Many people don’t realize that you can enlist in the US military without citizenship—and that, at least for a time, the US military helped facilitate naturalization as a US citizen. But it turns out that it’s not always (or even often) the primary driver of green card holders being recruited. And the experience of thousands of deported veterans can also attest to the fact that veteran status does not guarantee any protection to non-citizens.

Check out Sofya’s book here: https://mitpress.mit.edu/9780262047890/green-card-soldier/

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It Is Actually Legal to Apologize to Your Kid Aug 23, 2023

It’s an ultra DadChat this week where we discuss how to keep your basement from getting too damp, Nate deploying New Yorker Voice on the unsuspecting British, the concept of a shotgun shack, a long digression into the fact that other countries have different voltages and power plugs, and much more.

But, starting at 49:22, we answer one of the more interesting Ask A Dad questions we’ve gotten: what do you do when you have moments of clarity about how to parent—moments that contrast how you are as a parent versus how you were raised—and what was your reaction? We hope you enjoy the conversation!

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Get Them Boys A Bo Box Aug 17, 2023

This week, Nate and Francis discuss the complaints of the city of Sioux City, Iowa regarding the fact that the Navy named a ship after them and then decommissioned it after only five years because the ship can’t propel itself (total cost: billion of dollars). We also recount the story of Nate getting press-ganged into free labor while doing a Special Forces exercise, which resulted in forced digging with the reward of something called a Bo Box. We hope you enjoy!

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Your Approved DadChat Checklist Aug 10, 2023

For this week’s free episode, Francis tells Nate all of the things that he thinks all soon-to-be-parents should be aware of. This is obviously aimed at dads, but there’s wisdom all around re: your relationships, your personal autonomy, and much more. We very much hope you enjoy it.

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The Neverending Codpiece Aug 02, 2023

Francis and Nate discuss the conundrum of which of your childhood faves are appropriate when it comes to showing them to your own kids. We’re elder Millennials and as such have a fondness for movies that are actually deep down a lot more flawed than our memories let us remember. For example: the Neverending Story, Labyrinth, The Black Cauldron, and many more. We also answer some ‘Ask A Dad’ questions that we hope you’ll find helpful.

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DadChat: Prince of Thieves Jul 27, 2023

Francis has never seen Robin Hood: Prince of Thieves. Nate simply can’t believe that a 40-year-old guy raised on VHS cassettes hasn’t seen this. We also talk about playing music for your kids, the strange career of They Might Be Giants, and ask-a-dad advice on getting weird stains out of various surfaces. We hope you enjoy!

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*PREVIEW* The 33rd County, Part 9: 'In Bruges' (2008) Jul 26, 2023

We're back with Tom and Shocks discussing the 2008 Colin Farrell film IN BRUGES, a singularly original film about an Irish guy who is ruining his own life for a variety of reasons related to... well, crime, the Irish experience, dealing with the English, European perverts, firearms, drugs, a race-war obsessed dwarf, and so much more.

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DadChat: So Your Child Is A Podcaster Jul 20, 2023

For this week’s free episode, Francis and Nate chat about Nate’s impending fatherhood, teaching kids to love music (or at least to love messing with synthesizers), Francis’ daughter deciding to start her own podcast, and much more. We very much hope you enjoy it!

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*PREVIEW* M*A*S*H*Cast Episode 6 Jul 13, 2023

We're back at it, reviewing the '70s-'80s hit TV series M*A*S*H and all of the elements that have either aged okay or aged extremely poorly. This episode includes the full Zoo Crew of Francis, Joe, and Shocks, and we're simply diving headlong into 40+ year old TV tropes. Hope you enjoy!

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No More National Guard feat. Davis Winkie Jul 13, 2023

For this week’s free episode, Francis speaks with friend of the show and Army Times reporter Davis Winkie (@davis_winkie) about his recent news stories. In particular, they discuss an emerging court case that might remove federal control over the state units. It’s of course related to Texas Governor Gregg Abbott wanting the state of Texas to be able to ignore DoD immunization requirements. It’ll be years before this could wind up in the Supreme Court, but the consequences could be far-reaching… and very, very stupid.

Read Davis’s article here: https://www.armytimes.com/news/your-army/2023/07/06/court-ruling-could-overturn-federal-control-of-the-national-guard/

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Middle Aged Mutant Ninja Turtles Jul 06, 2023

For this week’s free episode, Francis and Nate reminisce about the difficulty of the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles NES game, video game violence, and why nothing ever changes in the UK. We hope you enjoy.

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*PREVIEW* Zoo Crew: (Old) News Reactions Jul 03, 2023

We recorded an episode about Pat Robertson's death, among other things, and realized that a lot of people might not know how much of a cultural figure he was—in addition to being a huge bastard. We've been told it's not appropriate to celebrate someone dying, but guess what? We're gonna.

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0.6839453 Leagues Under The Sea Jun 29, 2023

For this week’s free episode, Francis is joined by historian and submersible expert Taylor …… to discuss the recent OceanGate disaster, what possibly went wrong, and how submersibles are more generally used outside of the military. We hope you enjoy.

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I Want to Break Free? Ew, Not That Way! Jun 22, 2023

For this week’s free episode, Nate is joined by Tom and Joe to discuss recent news in the UK in which the government is planning on causing as much harm to queer kids as possible. This is basically the Hell of a Way pride month episode in which we explore grim topics, reminisce about Queen music videos from the 1980s, and laugh when Tom invents a slur for straight people. We hope you enjoy.

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Anarchism for the 21st Century feat. James Stout Jun 15, 2023

For this week’s free episode, Francis speaks to reporter and academic James Stout about his recent experiences at the US-Mexico border, the ways in which the government is seeking to find new ways to deny people asylum claims, and the significant numbers of Afghans affected by the war getting denied their (legal!) right to asylum. We also touch on James’s academic specialization: the history of anarchism in the 20th century, and what future it might have in our time–which is informed by his current research on anarchist groups fighting in wars around the globe.

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SubmarineChat feat. Matthew Jun 08, 2023

For this week’s free episode, Francis speaks to someone who spent part of their career on a submarine, in order to ask the all-important question: why would you do that? And what is it actually like?

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DadChat: Marines Vs. Teens Jun 01, 2023

This week, Nate and Francis discuss heeding the fatherly urge of making home repairs while dealing with the ‘landlord special’, the state of Midwest public transportation, and a recent story involving a group of unruly California teens overpowering three Marines in a viral video that’s making Facebook uncles absolutely furious.

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DadChat: Moving Edition May 25, 2023

This week, Nate and Francis discuss the possibility of upcoming moves (Nate to Switzerland, Francis to Illinois, maybe). Nate also discusses the story in which he wrote down that, in the event of him dying during military service, he wanted to have his ashes scattered in Lake Geneva within sight of the statue of Freddy Mercury (it seemed funny at the time). All this, and much more!

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The Zoo Crew Presents: Americans Encountering Eurovision May 18, 2023

This week, Francis and Shocks get Joe to explain Eurovision to them. After having moved to the absolute extremity of southeast Europe, Joe has found himself surrounded by people who watch it and enjoy it. So, for the benefit of unreconstructed Americans like the rest of his cohosts, he explains what it is and why people care. Hope you enjoy!

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Blank Paper Discharges for Violent Offenders feat. Davis Winkie May 11, 2023

This week, Francis speaks Army Times reporter Davis Winkie (@davis_winkie) about a recent investigation he published, which discusses how the Army often administratively discharges soldiers for domestic violence–sparing them a possible criminal conviction even when military prosecutors wanted to refer the cases to the civilian justice system. According to the report, around 450 people discharged administratively in lieu of courts martial over the last 10 years were charged with violent crimes, which means they were spared sex offender registration, prison time, and more.

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April / May Military News Roundup feat. Steve Beynon May 04, 2023

This week, Francis speaks with Military dot com reporter Steve Beynon (@StevenBeynon) about recent topics he’s covered: more coverups of a woman soldier’s murder at Fort Hood, lengthy training deployments away from home despite the military being declared as ‘no longer on a war footing,’ and much more. Grim subject matter aside, we hope you enjoy!

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Winning a Discord Argument…But At What Cost? Apr 27, 2023

This week, Francis and Shocks discuss the recent Discord leaks, in which a Massachusetts-based Air National Guard guy got so mad about an argument online that he decided to leak classified information about NATO activity in Ukraine, on Discord, for months before he got caught. On one hand, whom among us has not gotten mad online. On the other, might we be the first to ask: what? And why?

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Rent A Hitman Dot Com Complaints Department Apr 20, 2023

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This week, Nate and Francis discuss a recent story about a 21-year-old Air National Guardsman who took a parody site very, very seriously, to the point that every federal agency jumped in to get him on record incriminating himself. We advise against taking Web 1.0 parody sites seriously, especially if you (one weekend a month, two weeks a year) work for the government.

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Drone Strikes: The Musical Apr 12, 2023

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Francis found a story at Task and Purpose about a drone opera. Well, it’s an opera about being a drone operator, it’s sponsored by General Dynamics, and it’s running in Washington DC only for two weeks this fall. Now, Nate and Francis are no strangers to the discussion around the idea of veterans sharing their stories (cough cough), but this…seems extra?

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In Which Nate Has an Aneurysm Reading a Heritage Foundation Report Apr 06, 2023

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This week, Nate and Francis discuss an article from Military dot com in which the authors try to do straight reporting on a Heritage Foundation report about ‘wokeness is killing military recruitment.’ It turns out that, according to their laughably flawed survey, something entirely else is making people wary about joining. However, Nate basically burst a blood vessel in his brain reading it, and will need some time to recover.

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DadChat: Busting to Text Games Mar 30, 2023

This week, Nate and Francis conduct a DadChat on a special day: it’s Francis’ 40th birthday and we are officially Old. However, we don’t dwell on that too much, but instead discuss the travails of being the one person at work who knows how computers work (and network management, and hardware management, and knowing different kinds of USB plugs). But more importantly, we discuss the storied history of Sierra games, to include their 1981 sexual text game. This is 100 percent real.

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DadChat: Commence Wriggling Out of This Jam Mar 23, 2023

We recorded an episode on the morning of the day that Donald Trump claimed he was going to get arrested. We decided to offer our predictions on what we thought might happen, fully knowing that the situation would most likely change between recording time and publication. Call it a compass check–an assessment of whether or not we know anything at all. We also respond to your Ask A Dad questions. Hope you enjoy!

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2022’s Worst Military Movies feat. Sarah Sicard Mar 16, 2023

This week, Francis speaks with Military Times senior editor Sarah Sicard about the absolute worst military films to grace our screens in 2022. They’re almost always bad, but last year they might have been worse?

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DadChat: Your Dads Want You to Relax and Enjoy Things Mar 09, 2023

A banner week for DadChat: Nate and Francis discuss how to combat the feeling that you’ve got so much stuff left to do that you can’t relax. We also discuss the Army bringing back its 1980s-vintage recruiting slogan ‘Be all that you can be,’ why ductless mini-split heat pumps are amazing, and offer responses to your ‘Ask a dad’ questions. Hope you enjoy!

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DadChat: The Gun Coffee Lament Mar 02, 2023

This week, Nate and Francis react to news that a certain patriotic gun troops coffee company is in hot water, both because they’ve failed to make millions of dollars in payments to vendors, and because their CEO got so mad at a guy for being a better shot than him that he allegedly sexually harassed the man for a year. It’s bad stuff! But not surprising. Also: we answer your Ask A Dad questions.

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Purple Drank Poppyseeds: 100% Real Feb 23, 2023

This week, Nate and Francis discuss a recent Military dot com article about how the U.S. Army may have punished people for positive drug tests because they ate poppy seeds. This 100 percent sounds like an urban legend, but the Army had to make a statement about it and apparently has research scientists on retainer to study this.

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Balloon Talk feat. Kelsey Atherton Feb 16, 2023

This week, Francis speaks with friend of the show and defense journalist Kelsey Atherton (@athertonkd) about the recent phenomenon of balloon interceptions. What’s the deal with these balloons–what is the technology involved, how come we’re just hearing about it now, and should we be concerned about a balloon-centric conflict in the future?

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Defining Ireland feat. Thomas O’Mahony Feb 09, 2023

This week, Nate speaks with co-producer Thomas O’Mahony (or Irish Tom for short) about his recent series on the Troubles. What is it about Ireland and Irish identity that compels people with any link to the country to invent their own version of it? Why does England have no memory whatsoever of a war it waged in Ireland, and experienced in its own territory? Why can’t Nate pronounce Tom’s last name? All this, and more.

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DadChat: Mclusky Does Missouri Feb 02, 2023

It’s another DadChat featuring Nate and Francis discussing what the hell it is that makes people get so excited about Branson, Missouri–and much more. We really hope you enjoy!

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DadChat: Pissing Hot with Eugene Debs Jan 26, 2023

Nate and Francis finally managed to meet in person after over six years of podcasting together. And they met at the Eugene V. Debs museum in Terre Haute, Indiana. This episode describes that meeting, and a discussion of the military’s system for drug testing, as well as much more. Did you know Missouri has legal recreational weed but Indiana has zero legal weed and will send you to prison for a single joint? Well, if you’re from Indiana, this isn’t a surprise.

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The Pat Donohoe Burn Book feat. Davis Winkie Jan 19, 2023

This week, Francis speaks with Army Times reporter Davis Winkie (@davis_winkie) about a recent feature he published on the topic of the Army’s social media policies, an Army general who was extremely online, and the strange investigation–or vendetta, if you like–that the military develops when someone in uniform disagrees with Fox News.

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Special Forces Dragnet: Bad Times at Fort Bragg feat. Jack Murphy Jan 12, 2023

This week, Francis speaks with Jack Murphy (@JackMurphyRGR) of the Team House Podcast about the recent Army Criminal Investigation Division investigations at Fort Bragg. Over a dozen Special Forces soldiers have been questioned in a probe of human trafficking, drug trafficking, and much more. It’s safe to say it’s looking bad.

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DadChat: Toilet Trouble Jan 05, 2023

This week, Nate and Francis convene for a DadChat, discussing the perils of home ownership, how to replace the wax ring on a toilet, why landlords do the worst possible maintenance, the strange fate of Cobra Tate, and much more. We hope you enjoy this very much.

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Canaries, Coalmines, Things of That Nature feat. Joe Kassabian and Ross Palethorpe Dec 23, 2022

This week, Nate and Joe are in-studio together for the first time in history, and they’ve brought in friend of the show and trauma therapist Ross Palethorpe (@rossthesedays) to discuss the universal right-wing tendency to howl and cry about gender. Well, specifically about trans people. What is the deal? Why is it the same line in the US, UK, Armenia, and New Zealand? Listen to this episode to learn more.

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The US Army: Anti-Gaming? feat. Steve Beynon Dec 15, 2022

This week, Francis speaks with Military dot com reporter Steve Beynon about the U.S. Army ending its relationship with Activision Blizzard and sponsorship of Call of Duty. While we would like to say that the Army is doing this because its realized it should stop trying to hoodwink gamers into enlisting, it’s actually because of the harrassment scandals at that company.

Read Steve’s article here: https://www.military.com/daily-news/2022/12/01/army-quashed-deal-call-of-duty-after-video-games-publisher-faced-harassment-scandals.html

For this week’s bonus, we're rounding up the holiday traditions of Megachusetts with Joe, Francis, and Carey. It’s another Zoo Crew extravaganza, and it’s available on Patreon here: https://www.patreon.com/posts/zoo-crew-holiday-75781775

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Gassed Up at Fort Carson feat. Nicholas Slayton Dec 08, 2022

This week, Francis speaks with Task and Purpose contributing editor Nicholas Slayton (@NSlayton) about trench warfare in Ukraine and the recent story where thousands of soldiers at Fort Carson, Colorado were ‘accidentally’ teargassed during a pre-Thanksgiving fun run. Everyone who was in the Army just said ‘yeah, not surprised.’

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DadChat: Down Under Dec 01, 2022

This week, Nate and Francis discuss Nate’s recent trip to Australia and New Zealand while touring with his other podcast, Trashfuture. And also the degree to which we still can’t wrap our heads around the ways in which talking into a microphone has changed our lives. Hope you enjoy!

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Printing a Revolution Nov 17, 2022

This week Francis talks with investigative journalist James Stout about the prevelance of 3D printed guns in the hands of revolutinaties fighting against the oppressive and genocidal military government of Myanmar. James met with the many of the young people who have been fighting this war for the last eighteen months. Check out the five part series featuring interviews with the fighters here

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Call of Duty: Modern Warcrimes 2 Nov 11, 2022

This week Francis is joined by noted Zoomer and Irishman Tomás O Máthúna (@gotitatguineys) from Beneath the Skin to discuss the most recent Call of Duty Modern Warfare 2 (2022) not to be confused with Call of Duty Modern Warfare 2 (2009). From WWII to zombie Nazis to terrorism in Space, we break down the series, the latest installment, and why we keep subjecting ourselves to it

For the Bonus episode, Francis and Carey watch the Naval history movie Under Siege, one of the few good Steven Segal movies, mostly because every other actor carries it over the finish line.

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Dad Chat: Minions Expanded Universe Nov 03, 2022

This week, Nate and Francis do that thing where old Soldiers talk about old soldier things. Then Francis introduces Nate to the Simon and Garfunkle song Cecilia as done by the Minions. Finally, the two discuss graphic novels then and now and the comics we grew up with

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33rd County Halloween Spooktacular Oct 31, 2022

Shocks and Tom are at it again with tales of Irish folklore and some stories from the Hell of a Way to Die Discord (which you can join by joining the Patreon at any level)

For this week's bonus, Tom and Shocks review the 2011 Irish buddy cop film THE GUARD, featuring Brendan Gleeson and Don Cheadle. It's a fun little movie that is also the most successful independent Irish movie ever. Get it on Patreon here: https://www.patreon.com/posts/33rd-county-part-73773097

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General Donahoe, Fired 4 Truth feat. Haley Britzky Oct 27, 2022

This week, Francis speaks with Task & Purpose reporter Haley Britzky (@halbritz) about the recent Army public-relations disaster, in which a Major General defended women soldiers from Tucker Carlson and was… punished for doing so… by the Army. Sounds great!

For this week's bonus, Tom and Shocks review the 2011 Irish buddy cop film THE GUARD, featuring Brendan Gleeson and Don Cheadle. It's a fun little movie that is also the most successful independent Irish movie ever. Get it on Patreon here: https://www.patreon.com/posts/33rd-county-part-73773097

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DadChat: Return to America Oct 20, 2022

This is a full episode of DadChat!

This week, Nate and Francis discuss all-in-one breakfast makers, American drip coffee, huge trucks, the relative insanities of Indiana versus Missouri, and Nate’s recent trip back to the United States.

For this week's bonus, Francis and Shocks discuss some of the specifics of maritime law. As in, Shocks describes the times he's had to seize weed while working in the Coast Guard, and whether or not long-term the US will decriminalize weed federally. Turns out the law is a bit different at sea! Get the episode on Patreon here: https://www.patreon.com/posts/boat-law-feat-73295402

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*UNLOCKED* The 33rd County: The Town Oct 13, 2022

We've finally gotten Shocks his own show, and we're calling it the 33rd County. It's a show discussing what it means to be Irish, and Irish-American, by virtue of putting one of each together and forcing them to experience the cultural products of both groups. In this inaugural episode, Shocks and cohost Thomas O'Mahony watch the Ben Affleck film THE TOWN and rejoice in its concentrated Boston-area dirtbag energy (exemplified by Jeremy Renner). Hope you enjoy!

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America’s Human Trafficking Governor feat. Ken Klippenstein Oct 06, 2022

This week, Francis speaks with investigative reporter and friend of the show Ken Klippenstein about a recent story that he’s covered: the fact that the governor of Florida duped a bunch of migrants with a promise of job skills training and instead flew them to Martha’s Vinyard in order to own the libs. It was paid for with money from a GOP donor, and when things didn’t go the way conservative media wanted them to, they just made up a fake version of reality where they did.

Read Ken’s story here: https://theintercept.com/2022/09/21/ron-desantis-marthas-vineyard-republican-donor/

For this week’s bonus, here’s a question for you. Did you know they're calling them Space Force Bases? Does that not seem like it deserves the biggest wedgie in human history? All this and much, much more on this week's bonus, featuring Carey, Joe, and Francis. Get it on Patreon here: https://www.patreon.com/posts/zoo-crew-space-72734987

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Black Mold Is A Character Flaw feat. Steve Beynon Sep 29, 2022

For this week's free episode, Francis speaks with Military.com reporter Steve Beynon discusses a new program that lets soldiers pick their duty stations as enlistment incentives. They also talk about terrible conditions in Army barracks, the fact that the Secretary of the Army tried to blame low recruiting numbers on journalists describing reality, and much more.

Read Steve's story here: https://www.military.com/daily-news/2022/09/23/these-are-most-popular-bases-new-soldiers-are-volunteering.html

For this week’s bonus, we've finally gotten Shocks his own show, and we're calling it the 33rd County. It's a show discussing what it means to be Irish, and Irish-American, by virtue of putting one of each together and forcing them to experience the cultural products of both groups. In this inaugural episode, Shocks and cohost Thomas O'Mahony watch the Ben Affleck film THE TOWN and rejoice in its concentrated Boston-area dirtbag energy (exemplified by Jeremy Renner). Get it on Patreon here: https://www.patreon.com/posts/71881814

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DadChat: Military Songs Edition Sep 22, 2022

This is an entire episode of DadChat! Just in case you’re wondering when we get to the point.

This week, Nate and Francis talk about the Space Force’s official new song, the tendency of the military to require singing at formation in general, and much more.

For this week’s bonus, we've finally gotten Shocks his own show, and we're calling it the 33rd County. It's a show discussing what it means to be Irish, and Irish-American, by virtue of putting one of each together and forcing them to experience the cultural products of both groups. In this inaugural episode, Shocks and cohost Thomas O'Mahony watch the Ben Affleck film THE TOWN and rejoice in its concentrated Boston-area dirtbag energy (exemplified by Jeremy Renner). Get it on Patreon here: https://www.patreon.com/posts/71881814

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No More Free Chest Candy feat. Davis Winkie Sep 15, 2022

For years, the Army has issued everyone who enlists with a medal for ostensible service in the Global War on Terror. Now, that war isn’t technically over–we still have troops deployed to Iraq, Syria, and elsewhere in the Middle East, North Africa, and Central Asia–but according to Military Times reporter Davis Winkie, the war is just over enough for them to stop issuing awards about it.

Read Davis’ article here: https://www.militarytimes.com/news/2022/07/29/no-more-automatic-gwot-service-medals-dod-says/

For this week’s bonus, we've finally gotten Shocks his own show, and we're calling it the 33rd County. It's a show discussing what it means to be Irish, and Irish-American, by virtue of putting one of each together and forcing them to experience the cultural products of both groups. In this inaugural episode, Shocks and cohost Thomas O'Mahony watch the Ben Affleck film THE TOWN and rejoice in its concentrated Boston-area dirtbag energy (exemplified by Jeremy Renner). Get it on Patreon here: https://www.patreon.com/Hellofawaytodie

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We Seem to Have Misplaced Fat Leonard Sep 08, 2022

This week, Francis and Nate discuss the recent disappearance of Fat Leonard, a comedic figure of Navy bribery and corruption who managed to skip bail 3 weeks before he was due for sentencing. Which was easy, since he was living in a mansion while serving as a star witness for almost a decade. We’ve heard rumors of a two-tiered justice system in America–maybe you’ve heard the same?

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Supporting the VA, Detoxifying Veterans feat. Jasper Craven Sep 01, 2022

This week, Francis speaks with reporter Jasper Craven about the current state of the Department of Veteran Affairs–the fact that future administrations think the overall veteran population will shrink, the fact that veteran culture is in many ways synonymous with being a chud, and Francis’ hesitancy to ever call anything we do ‘veteran-owned.’ Hope you enjoy!

Check out Jasper’s substack here: https://battleborne.substack.com/ and check out his book here–he’s the co-author of a work entitled ‘Our Veterans: Winners, Losers, Friends, and Enemies on the New Terrain of Veterans Affairs’: https://www.dukeupress.edu/our-veterans

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Welcome to the VA. Would You Like to End Your Life? Aug 25, 2022

Content warning: this episode contains discussion of suicide

BritainChat ends at 31:42!

In this episode, Nate talks about Britain’s current energy crisis, how things got this bad so quickly (and over the course of 43 years), and how he and Cynthia are preparing. We also discuss a recent story about the Canadian VA offering medically assisted suicide to a veteran seeking care for PTSD–although we fully acknowledge the fact that this was sourced from the New York Post and Fox News, so it may be a lot of hype. We envision what that would look like in the US, and we also talk about being almost-adults on 9/11. Hope you enjoy!

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DadChat: Influencer Edition Aug 18, 2022

It’s a full episode of DadChat, in which Nate and Francis talk about the futility of trying to stay relevant to rude teens, Jacked Danny Elfman, Britain’s current drought, why it’s much more pleasant when you’re not trying to live like a burnout 20-something in your 40s, and much more.

Shouts out to Thomas O’Mahony, @gotitatguineas, who helped edit this episode and also sourced us a really great feature on Danny Elfman’s workout routine and fitness ethos: https://www.gq.com/story/real-life-diet-danny-elfman

For this week’s bonus, well, it was supposed to be a Zoo Crew discussion of a recent story about military contractors, but Francis, Joe, and Carey simply couldn't stay on topic. So, please enjoy what effectively amounts to a DadChat, except with the alternate cast–you can get the full episode on Patreon here: https://www.patreon.com/posts/70618220?pr=true

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Good Thing Only Americans Were Exposed to Burn Pits, Right Aug 11, 2022

DadChat ends at 10:45!

Nate and Francis discuss the PACT act and the burn pit registry, while trying to pay attention to the fact that the only people eligible for compensation are the people part of the group that did the burning (American military people), whereas everyone from third-country contractors to the civilian populations of the various countries occupied get nothing. We also talk about a story that might serve as an example of how to not steal from the Army.

For this week’s bonus, Nate is joined in studio by writer and journalist Jasper Lo of the New Yorker. Before you wonder how we managed to get a real journalist on here: it's because Nate and Jasper were in the same unit together a long time ago. They discuss the subtle art of fact-checking, the difficulty of combating disinformation, and whether or not Glenn Kessler carries a katana. Get it on Patreon here: https://www.patreon.com/posts/counterblaste-to-70248526

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RibbonsChat Aug 04, 2022

Nate is back and he joins Francis to discuss a recent article in Task and Purpose about a dress-uniform ribbon apparently becoming a more select award when it used to be given to everyone. So, why the change? Are we finally done with the GWOT? Is the Army going to stop giving out ribbons like candy? You be the judge.

For this week’s bonus, Francis pulls a Joe and runs a history lesson about a very badly built boat with our resident boats expert, Carey Shockey. Enjoy the preview in the episode, and if you want the full thing, it’s available here: https://www.patreon.com/posts/true-story-of-69912329

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The Church of Getting Your VA Disability Stolen feat. Steve Beynon Jul 28, 2022

Quick update for everyone: Nate is out with illness (not covid) and will return soon. In the meantime, Francis is covering down.

This week, Francis speaks with Steve Beynon (@StevenBeynon) of Military dot com about a recent story he wrote in which a church set up a cult and strong armed veterans into funding it with their veterans’ benefits, helped people submit false claims in order to steal their disability funds, and much more. Read about it here: https://www.military.com/daily-news/2022/07/20/church-allegedly-scammed-gi-bill-benefits-proof-more-oversight-needed-advocate-tells-congress.html

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WhalesChat feat. Sarah B. Jul 21, 2022

Quick update for everyone: Nate is out with illness (not covid) and will return soon. In the meantime, Francis is covering down.

This week, Francis speaks with Sarah B. (@barnacle_btch) of the It Came From The Sea podcast (@fromtheseapod) on the topic of the Navy, being a linguist, her journey towards ocean science, and the fact that whales don’t get cancer. We hope you enjoy!

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Losing Your Rifle in the Butterfly Reserve feat. Davis Winkie Jul 14, 2022

Quick update for everyone: Nate is out with illness (not covid) and will return soon. In the meantime, Francis is covering down.

It’s another military news roundup with Davis Winkie (@davis_winkie), reporter for Army Times, and we’re covering topics like ‘What happens when the Texas National Guard abandons a vehicle in the middle of a nature preserve and leaves a loaded M4 with a full-auto mod inside?’ We hope you will enjoy.

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The Military Still Performs Abortions (For Now) feat. Hayley Britzky Jul 07, 2022

This week, Francis speaks with Task and Purpose reporter Hayley Britzky (@halbritz) about how the Dobbs decision means that the military now becomes the only abortion provider in some US states, despite the degree to which the Hyde amendment restricts the military from performing abotions in all but the direst circumstances.

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*UNLOCKED* Autonomous Death Robots / Beer Coasters feat. Kelsey Atherton Jun 30, 2022

Due to some personal issues we weren’t able to record a new episode this week. This week’s episode is an unlocked bonus which originally appeared on our Patreon in February.

Francis speaks with military tech journalist and friend of the show Kelsey Atherton (@AthertonKD) about developments in the autonomous robot realm. What if the cops were a dog that took your temperature (this exists)? What if a Blackhawk was fully remote? What if we told a robot, 'No war crimes, please'? All this and more on this episode.

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DadChat: On Parenthood and Honorary Unclehood Jun 23, 2022

It’s a full hour of DadChat, in which Nate and Francis discuss jokes that small kids find funny, the pain of being owned by a teenager, the first time we can recall seeing our parents drunk, and much more.

For this week’s bonus, Francis speaks with Steve Beynon (@StevenBeynon) of Military dot com about the recent Patriot Front mass-arrest in Idaho, the fact that a huge number of January 6 arrestees were veterans, and the issues of right-wing radicalization in the military. Get it on Patreon here: https://www.patreon.com/posts/deradicalizing-67913175

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Stay Humble (When Stealing from the Army) Jun 16, 2022

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This week, Nate and Francis discuss a recent story about a Chief Warrant Officer 3 in a Special Forces support unit who got hemmed up for selling millions of dollars of government property to civilians. We discuss the ways in which we’ve experienced defrauding the military, and how to avoid capture if you’re up for a good, potential-criminally-indictable scam.

Read the whole story here: https://taskandpurpose.com/news/army-couple-steals-government-funds-sword-weapons-parts/

For this week's bonus, it's a very dark third episode of the Catch-22 series as reviewed by Francis, Joe, and Carey. It’s somewhat like the book, somewhat different, and far more depressing than we’d expected. Hope you enjoy! Get it on Patreon here: https://www.patreon.com/posts/zoo-crew-reviews-67722892

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Navy Morale Also Sinks When It Gets Wet Jun 09, 2022

This week, Francis and Nate discuss Memorial Day, the slow retreat of troop discounts (we think this is a positive thing), some experiential differences between life as a PAO and life as an infantryman, and–perhaps unsurprisingly–yet another story about how Navy morale is so bad that record numbers of sailors are going AWOL. Get the article here: https://taskandpurpose.com/news/sailors-deserting-navy/

For this week's bonus, the Zoo Crew assembles to discuss recent military news involving bear maulings and secret duck pens inside Marines' barracks rooms. On the command of fall out, fall out and form a semicircle around your podcast hosts doing their best to brief you on how to not get eaten by a grizzly. Get the episode on Patreon here: https://www.patreon.com/posts/67528017

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CopWatch: Law and Order Discovers Computers Jun 02, 2022

This week, it’s something slightly different: Nate and Cynthia discuss the 22nd season of Law and Order, a show that’s definitely copaganda but has the distinct honor of also becoming a hollow shell of its former self. Gone are the glory days of Lenny Briscoe, and instead we’re met with a world in which computers can solve everything and juries convict podcasters of murder charges, because of their podcasts. Hope you enjoy!

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The Motorboating Affair (and More) feat. Davis Winkie May 26, 2022

This week, Francis speaks with Davis Winkie of Army Times about some recent stories he’s reported on, to include a retirement ceremony where a female NCO was ‘motorboated’ by her commander. This wasn’t a spur of the moment thing, either–he’d made it very clear in advance he was going to do this. Anyway, make sure you attend SHARP training, or something.

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I’m Going to Become the Ghost in the Machine May 19, 2022

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This week, Nate and Francis discuss a recent ad put out by the U.S. Army’s psychological operations recruiting unit (should we be calling them MISO? PsyWar? We can never tell) that ascribes a hell of a lot of power to a small section of the military. If you join them, you can help inspire the next Tiananmen Square (??) but also put on Joker makeup. Fires burn backwards because it’s extra scary. No one has any idea what is going on.

Read about the ad and watch the video itself here! https://www.military.com/daily-news/2022/05/16/unsettling-army-recruitment-video-ignites-debate-over-its-mysterious-intent.html

For this week’s bonus, Nate is joined by Cynthia to discuss police procedurals. Why does Cynthia like them so much? Because in her words, they're opposition research--they're what right-wingers think the police are actually like, and nothing is more indicative of this trend than the CBS show Blue Bloods. So, for this first episode of a sub series we're calling CopWatch, Nate has to sit through Blue Bloods S12E18, 'Long Lost,' an episode about how you should respect the Troops, but never think they have what it takes to be the real Troops (cops who do brutality but for good causes). Get it on Patreon here: https://www.patreon.com/posts/66348926

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SnipChat feat. Carey Shockey May 12, 2022

This week, Francis speaks with Shocks about male birth control. Well, one particular part of it: getting a vasectomy. There’s been a lot of discussion about vasectomies in light of our howling fundamentalist Supreme Court motioning that it plans to allow abortion bans in America. Francis has actually had a vasectomy and discusses it with Shocks in hopes of demystifying the process.

For this week’s bonus, Nate is joined by Cynthia to discuss police procedurals. Why does Cynthia like them so much? Because in her words, they're opposition research--they're what right-wingers think the police are actually like, and nothing is more indicative of this trend than the CBS show Blue Bloods. So, for this first episode of a sub series we're calling CopWatch, Nate has to sit through Blue Bloods S12E18, 'Long Lost,' an episode about how you should respect the Troops, but never think they have what it takes to be the real Troops (cops who do brutality but for good causes). Get it on Patreon here: https://www.patreon.com/posts/66348926

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*UNLOCKED* The Zoo Crew Presents: Missouri Manhood? May 05, 2022

This week, Francis, Joe, and Carey discuss a recent proposal from slenderman freak and notably virile figure U.S. Senator Josh Hawley, who has jumped on the bandwagon blaming America's woes on the 'demonization of masculinity.' It is of course a weird fixation with no grounding in reality, but this is Francis' Senator and we feel like it's worth examining in detail.

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Drones, Explained feat. Kelsey Atherton Apr 28, 2022

This week, Francis speaks with defense journalist and subject-matter expert on drone warfare Kelsey Atherton (@athertonkd) to discuss the history of drone warfare, its current manifestations, and what new sorts of machines we can expect to see as the technology of distributed, long-distance warfare becomes more and more common.

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Changing of the Guard feat. Thomas Novelly Apr 21, 2022

This week, Francis speaks to military dot com reporter Thomas Novelly about his recent article covering post-9/11 veterans’ experiences with the VFW and similar organizations. Thomas makes the point that, after his piece ran, he was inundated with email from younger veterans whose experiences had been almost all overwhelmingly negative. So, what is the future for veterans’ organizations that claim to represent veterans but are mostly very old, very white, and very conservative?

Read Thomas’s piece here: https://www.military.com/daily-news/2022/04/08/vfw-posts-are-dying-they-need-hesitant-9-11-vets-fill-void.html

For this week’s bonus, Francis, Joe, and Shocks are talking about military news stories that caught our attention. There was apparently a unit in the Ohio National Guard where two assigned soldiers got arrested for threats made on Discord--two different Discords and two different crimes. Only one of them threatened to do 9/11 on the Budweiser headquarters, though. Get it on Patreon here: https://www.patreon.com/posts/65307535

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Is The VFW Worth Saving? (Your Mileage May Vary) Apr 14, 2022

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Nate and Francis discuss whether or not it’s a good idea to even attempt to save old veterans’ social organizations and fraternal orders. We read a very ill-advised statement from the American Legion’s commander in 2020 where he compared the Black Lives Matter protests to covid-19, discuss the idea of a hostile takeover of VFWs by antifa supersoldier vegan bodybuilder veterans, and much more.

For this week’s bonus, Francis, Joe, and Carey review the recent Hulu miniseries adaptation of Joseph Heller's classic military satire 'Catch-22.' Did you know they named Yossarian not out of a desire to tie him to being Armenian, but to make him sound weird? Learn this, and much more, in our (extremely professional) review. Get it on Patreon here: https://www.patreon.com/posts/65024619

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It Seems Imperialism Is Always Bad feat. Adrian Bonenberger Apr 08, 2022

This week, Francis and Nate are joined by our former cohost Adrian Bonenberger (twitter.com/AdrianBonenber1), who's been reporting from Ukraine for years and recently traveled there to help evacuate his family. We speak about what he experienced there, the narratives surrounding the war, the lessons we can learn from it, and the one thing we all can agree on: Russia not doing any maintenance on its vehicles is very, very funny

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In Every Country a Far Right feat. Sam Asumadu Apr 08, 2022

In the first episode for this week, Nate speaks with Sam Asumadu of Media Diversified (@WritersofColour) about far right in places like Ukraine, Myanmar, and the militaries of countries like the UK and US. She's currently researching an article to try and thread the needle of all these stories, and we hope you enjoy this discussion.

Also: Media Diversified is currently on strike in an attempt to protest the unequal response on platforms like Twitter when users report abuse against Black people, specifically Black women, and Romani people. You can see more information about this under the hashtag #DoWeCountToo.

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Madison Cawthorn Blows Up the Spot Mar 31, 2022

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It is the official position of the What a Hell of a Way to Die podcast that Madison Cawthorn is nowhere near cool enough to get invited to cocaine orgies. But he claims to have been, and this has touched off a lot of stupid discussion in the US. Nate and Francis discuss it, and Cawthorn in general, and an argument for why drug prohibition creates the overwhelming majority of issues around drugs.

For this week’s bonus, Francis, Joe, and Carey return with a list of agony aunt questions trawled from the internet, plus a question that one of our patrons asked. What happens when your husband goes full dadmode without being a dad? What happens when it turns out your son shares a name with a famous porn star? Get it on Patreon here: https://www.patreon.com/posts/64269397

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Military News Roundup feat. Davis Winkie Mar 24, 2022

This week, Francis speaks with Army Times reporter Davis Winkie (@Davis_Winkie) about a number of stories he’s been working on: military vaccination news, a story about the Army ignoring domestic violence, how the military funded militias in Ukraine as early as 2014, and plans for a new rotational training center in Alaska.

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Towards a Unionized Military? feat. Steve Beynon Mar 17, 2022

This week, Francis speaks with Military dot com reporter Steve Beynon (@StevenBeynon) about the misery of National Guard deployments to the Texas/Mexico border, a push among Guard soldiers to unionize, and much more.

For this week’s bonus, Francis made Shocks read a listicle of 'Top Boston Movies' and they discuss it. Some surprising entries on here and some Wahlberg-centric ones, too. Get it on Patreon here: https://www.patreon.com/posts/63837204

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Europe’s First War Ever Mar 10, 2022

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This week, Nate and Francis discuss the Russian invasion of Ukraine and why it’s sometimes better to not feel obligated to have a take. We didn’t think the invasion was going to happen, and we think it’s a human catastrophe that it did. However, when weighing in, it’s often important to know what you’re actually calling for. We go into this in detail, and more, in this episode.

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*UNLOCKED* 'Send in the Army' feat. Milo Edwards Mar 05, 2022

(Sorry for the delayed episodes--Nate is out with covid and Francis is out of town)

This week, Nate and Milo discuss the peculiarly British phenomenon of calling for the Army to be deployed domestically--whether it's to quell a social conflict or fix a logistics issue. They love to call for the Army to be sent in. We get to the bottom of what this means, and why people want it.

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*CROSSPOST* Sam Asumadu Interviews Author Matt Potter on Information War Mar 04, 2022

There’s no Hell of a Way this week, as Nate has covid and Francis left on vacation before the war in Ukraine started. We’ll hopefully be back next week. In the interim, we’re crossposting a piece from Media Diversified (@WritersofColour) director and previous guest Samantha Asumadu, in which she speaks with author Matt Potter about information warfare (both as relates to Ukraine and in general). Thank you for your patience, and hope you enjoy.

For this week’s bonus, Joe, Francis, and Carey discuss a recent story in which some aviation Marines got charged for being idiots on a gondola ride. Yes, you heard that right. Get it on Patreon here: https://www.patreon.com/posts/63322968

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Shut Up and Pull Security, Jesus feat. TWOAPW Feb 24, 2022

This week, Nate speaks with Brian (@Spocks_Brian), Josh (@boshj), and A.J. (@TheFuzzyMask) from The Worst of All Possible Worlds (@TWOAPW), a podcast by ex-evangelicals that documents case studies in the pop culture of a dying empire. We’re talking how evangelical Christianity views the military, and the truly bizarre things that result when those two worlds come in contact. Get more TWOAPW content here:

Website: http://worstpossible.world

Patreon: http://patreon.com/worstofall

For this week’s bonus, Francis speaks with military tech journalist and friend of the show Kelsey Atherton (@AthertonKD) about developments in the autonomous robot realm. What if the cops were a dog that took your temperature (this exists)? What if a Blackhawk was fully remote? What if we told a robot, 'No war crimes, please'? Find out on Patreon here: https://www.patreon.com/posts/62871816

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Getting Rid of Grandpa: the Captain Tom Story Feb 16, 2022

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Nate and Francis discuss the true story of Captain Tom Moore, the World War II veteran who enchanted Britain by walking around his garden to raise money for the state-funded healthcare service that shouldn’t need to receive charitable donations. He got knighted, he got commemorated, he got sent to Barbados on a charity publicity trip and then got covid and died. But it turns out: it started as elder abuse and ended as a grift! And we talk a lot about Britain’s fixation on its World War symbology, plus a lot more.

For this week’s bonus, Joe, Francis, and Carey read from letters sent to Dear Prudie and determine what they think would be the best possible advice. If your kid is attracted to pokemon or you're looking for the most tactful way to tell your neighbors that you want to swim naked in your above-ground pool, this is the episode for you. Get it on Patreon here: https://www.patreon.com/posts/62550842

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The UK’s War in Yemen feat. Sam Asumadu Feb 10, 2022

This week, Nate speaks with Sam Asumadu of Media Diversified (@writersofcolour) about her recent piece on the UK’s war in Yemen–that is, the ways in which the UK arms industry’s relationship with Saudi Arabia means that arms sales continue no matter what. We also discuss a lot about UK domestic politics and the relationships between reactionary movements in the US and the developing world. Read Sam’s piece about Yemen here: https://mediadiversified.org/2022/01/30/britain-is-just-as-culpable-for-the-war-in-yemen-as-saudi-arabia/

For this week’s bonus, we go to the southeast border of Europe (sorta): Joe's in Armenia right now and he explains some of the local issues to Francis and Carey, and they also discuss a strange subculture in which Russian men try to cosplay as American rednecks. Get it on Patreon here: https://www.patreon.com/posts/62257879

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National Guard Substitute Teachers (Not Joking) Feb 03, 2022

DadChat ends at 16:30!

This week, Nate and Francis discuss a recent headline about the New Mexico National Guard being called out to serve as substitute teachers due to covid. It turns out it’s a state employee volunteer scheme, but in the course of researching this episode (i.e. reading two articles) we discover that a number of neighboring states have simply reduced the barriers to becoming a teacher. Read the piece here: https://www.npr.org/2022/01/21/1074711399/new-mexico-national-guard-substitute-teachers-shortage?t=1643831438982

For this week’s bonus, Francis, Joe, and Carey discuss a recent proposal from slenderman freak and notably virile figure U.S. Senator Josh Hawley, who has jumped on the bandwagon blaming America's woes on the 'demonization of masculinity.' It is of course a weird fixation with no grounding in reality, but this is Francis' Senator and we feel like it's worth examining in detail. Get it on Patreon here: https://www.patreon.com/posts/61734111

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Island Boys Sing Away Your DUI Jan 27, 2022

Dadchat ends at 17:02!

Nate and Francis discuss the strange phenomenon of the Floridian 20-year-old twins named the ‘Island Boys’ who are receiving Cameo requests to make military-specific greetings–to include requesting that the Marine Corps not boot a guy for a DUI. We read about it here and you can too: https://taskandpurpose.com/culture/island-boys-military-tiktok-videos-cameo/?taid=61f01823dfb48e00010ebd58&utm_campaign=trueAnthem_manual&utm_medium=trueAnthem&utm_source=twitter

For this week’s bonus, Nate and Francis have a dadchat in which Nate is recovering from a cycling-related concussion, and it somehow winds up on the topic of Australia’s extraterritorial detention camps. Get it on Patreon here: https://www.patreon.com/posts/61554308

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Smedley Butler: Beyond That One Book feat. Jonathan M. Katz Jan 20, 2022

This week, Francis speaks with writer Jonathan M. Katz (@KatzOnEarth) about his new book “Gangsters of Capitalism: Smedley Butler, the Marines, and the Making and Breaking of America's Empire.” We learn about Butler’s participation in the Spanish-American War (and in just about every other early-20th century imperial conflict), his exposure of an attempted fascist coup, and his role in subjugating Haiti. In this book, Katz follows in Butler’s footsteps across Central America piecing together the history of the man, the war zones, and the American politics driving them forward.

Buy the book here: https://us.macmillan.com/books/9781250135582/gangstersofcapitalism

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This week's bonus features Nate and Francis discussing a variety of things: the 1990 film Ghost and why the hell demons terrified Nate as a small child, his discomfort around bees, Francis's tips on keeping mice out of your house, and a segment of relationship advice directed at straight cis guys involving all the ways we learned to transcend being dirtbag guys in our 20s. Get it on Patreon here: https://www.patreon.com/posts/61172131

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Smedley Butler: Beyond That One Book feat. Jonathan M. Katz Jan 20, 2022

This week, Francis speaks with writer Jonathan M. Katz (@KatzOnEarth) about his new book “Gangsters of Capitalism: Smedley Butler, the Marines, and the Making and Breaking of America's Empire.” We learn about Butler’s participation in the Spanish-American War (and in just about every other early-20th century imperial conflict), his exposure of an attempted fascist coup, and his role in subjugating Haiti. In this book, Katz follows in Butler’s footsteps across Central America piecing together the history of the man, the war zones, and the American politics driving them forward.

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This week's bonus features Nate and Francis discussing a variety of things: the 1990 film Ghost and why the hell demons terrified Nate as a small child, his discomfort around bees, Francis's tips on keeping mice out of your house, and a segment of relationship advice directed at straight cis guys involving all the ways we learned to transcend being dirtbag guys in our 20s. Get it on Patreon here: https://www.patreon.com/posts/61172131

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Don’t Drink the Water feat. Haley Britzky Jan 13, 2022

This week, Francis speaks with Task and Purpose reporter Haley Britzky about the water pollution crisis at Joint Base Pearl Harbor in Hawai’i, the ways in which the Navy effectively told its service members and dependents to pound sand, and how the Army surprised everyone by… communicating more than once. Read Haley’s article here: https://taskandpurpose.com/news/navy-investigating-hawaii-fuel-leak-may/

The bonus this week is the Zoo Crew’s year in review for 2021. Well, this isn't really a review of the entire year, so much as it's a review of some military-centric stories that delighted and entertained us by being very, very dumb. Get it on Patreon here: https://www.patreon.com/posts/60994304

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SEAL Copypastas Against Vaccines Jan 06, 2022

DadChat ends at 15:45! This week, Nate and Francis discuss recent news that a group of Navy SEALs have filed an injunction to get religious exemptions from the DOD’s vaccine mandate (which we argue is funny and also a very bad thing to entertain). In order to familiarize everyone with the topic at hand, we also read the original Navy SEAL Copypasta (for subject matter awareness). For this week’s bonus, Francis subjects Carey and Joe to two current military news stories: 1. he got a copy of the manifesto that disgruntled National Guard troops on the border (who listen to Hell of a Way) wrote about their terrible chain of command, and 2. he reads the story of the sailor accused of setting the USS Bonhomme Richard on fire, for which there is apparently very little actual evidence. Get it on Patreon here: https://www.patreon.com/posts/60700753 *SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT* We now have a storefront to sell the patches, buttons, and magnets that we also give out as flair for our $10 tier. Buy some sweet gear here: https://www.hellofawaytodie.com/shop We have a YouTube channel now -- subscribe here and get sweet videos from us in which we yell in our cars like true veterans: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCwlHZpNTz-h6aTeQiJrEDKw You can follow the show on Twitter here: @HellOfAWay Follow Nate here: @inthesedeserts Follow Francis here: @ArmyStrang

*UNLOCKED* How to Dodge The Draft Theatrically Dec 30, 2021

This is an unlocked bonus from earlier this year--we'll return with a new episode next week. Joe and Shocks join Francis to discuss historical instances of draft dodging that involve fleeing into the woods of Alaska, fleeing to Germany, and much more.

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DadChat: Holiday Edition Dec 23, 2021

CONTENT WARNING: Nate discusses having witnessed a situation involving a lot of severe child neglect, which some listeners might find distressing. This segment runs from 9:10 to 15:02.

This week, it’s a holiday-themed DadChat in which Nate and Francis discuss coffee mostly, and intensely difficult Army schools that are difficult for no reason, and what happens if you refuse to jump out of an airplane, and much more.

In case you missed the bonus, it’s a cross-post from Trashfuture's Britainology series, in which Nate, Francis, and Joe force Milo to learn about the Midwest. Now it's the good-natured Midwestern oafs in the driver's seat, and we explain the name of the region itself, why ICP had such appeal to our generation, and why literally everyone has a driving-while-intoxicated story involving being thrown out of someone's house. Get it on Patreon here: https://www.patreon.com/posts/59837759

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Border Deployments, Border DUIs feat. Davis Winkie Dec 16, 2021

This week, Francis speaks with Army Times investigative reporter Davis Winkie (@davis_winkie) about his recent story covering troop deployments at the US-Mexico border and the spate of incidents–to include deaths, serious injuries, and enormous amounts of UCMJ–and the fact that soldiers and officers at every echelon are reaching out with one very important statement: they shouldn’t be there.

Read Davis’ story here: https://www.armytimes.com/news/your-army/2021/12/08/death-drugs-and-a-disbanded-unit-how-the-guards-mexico-border-mission-fell-apart/

And if you want to contact Davis, his details are as follows: davis.winkie@militarytimes.com and davis.winkie@protonmail.com

For this week’s bonus, it’s a cross-post from Trashfuture's Britainology series, in which Nate, Francis, and Joe force Milo to learn about the Midwest. Now it's the good-natured Midwestern oafs in the driver's seat, and we explain the name of the region itself, why ICP had such appeal to our generation, and why literally everyone has a driving-while-intoxicated story involving being thrown out of someone's house. Get it on Patreon here: https://www.patreon.com/posts/59837759

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FarmChat feat. Eric Peacock Dec 09, 2021

This week, Francis speaks with farmer and legendary poster Eric Peacock (@UweBollocks) about his experience as an organic farmer in northwest Ohio, what he grows in his own garden, the ethical dilemma you face when confronting the intelligence of pigs, and so much more.

Check out Eric’s podcast Soundtracker (@soundtracker_) here: https://feeds.buzzsprout.com/1840875.rss

For this week’s bonus: there aren't a whole lot of new military comedies being made these days (we blame Bin Laden), but in the early '80s there was STRIPES, a film in which Bill Murray and John Candy join the Army. Joe had never seen this, and Francis and Shocks couldn't resist forcing him to watch a (surprisingly accurate) movie about how the Army sucks. Get it on Patreon here: https://www.patreon.com/posts/59485622

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A Shot or Your (Military) Paycheck Dec 02, 2021

This week, Nate and Francis discuss the fact that the Department of Defense has zero time for service members refusing to get vaccinated, even if they’re the commanding general of the Oklahoma National Guard, and we ponder why things have gotten to this point. We also talk about a British F35 falling off an aircraft carrier (which you can see here: https://www.independent.co.uk/news/uk/home-news/f35-crash-queen-elizabeth-raf-b1966487.html)

For the bonus, Francis takes Carey and Joe down a rabbit hole of Catholic history in their discussion of the Pornocracy, a period in which the papacy was not controlled by the Catholic church but rather by Roman elites. It has a funny name and is a story replete with some of the weirdest guys you'll ever encounter. Get it on Patreon here: https://www.patreon.com/posts/59060581

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Troopsgiving (Lit Edition) Nov 25, 2021

A bit of a hybrid DadChat / Thanksgiving themed episode in which we discuss our various military Thanksgiving experiences, Francis seeing the band Lit while in Kuwait somehow, reminiscences of the BDU era, and much more. Happy Thanksgiving, and hope you enjoy!

For this week’s bonus, Francis made Joe and Carey watch the 1970 film M*A*S*H*, not the series but the film itself, and react to all of the ways in which it captures aspects of the military that they recognize...and the ways in which it has not aged well. Get it on Patreon here: https://www.patreon.com/posts/58864653

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Commit Pay Grade-Appropriate Crimes Nov 18, 2021

DadChat ends at 14:13!

This week, we examine a recent story about an Army Colonel getting a formal reprimand for stealing a pair of $45 sneakers at a PX in Kuwait? Which is something that legitimately took place, we guess (you can read the story here: https://www.armytimes.com/news/your-army/2021/11/16/colonel-punished-for-shoplifting-shoes-at-kuwait-px/). We also discuss weird crimes we’ve seen people commit in uniform, the stuff about MASH that hasn’t aged well, the career of Christopher Meloni, and much more.

For this week’s bonus, We're back with our Zoomer correspondent Kevin Frint (@ItsAll_Bullshit) to discuss 100 Deadly Skills, the world's most family-court book about how to stalk your ex and, uh, create plastic from milk somehow. Get it on Patreon here:

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Your Honor, The Regulations Annoyed Me Nov 11, 2021

We get to the point at 17:51!

This week, we discuss adventures in soundproofing, how to de-Ba’ath-ify yourself from the effects of the military making you react emotionally, Veterans’ Day, the 5-year anniversary of this podcast, and much more. However, we also focus specifically on a story about a metallurgist in Tacoma who faked the test results of decades’ worth of Navy metal castings for submarines because she thought the test standards were ‘stupid.’ It’s the most relatable thing we’ve ever heard--read the story here: https://www.military.com/daily-news/2021/11/09/metallurgist-admits-faking-steel-test-results-navy-subs.html

For week’s bonus, Francis speaks with Task and Purpose reporter Hayley Britzky (@halbritz) about brigades in the 82nd Airborne trying out this new thing called 'exercise science' and 'nutrition science' and 'perhaps not destroying soldiers' bodies with terrible exercise routines that have been out of date for 40 years.' Get it on Patreon here: https://www.patreon.com/posts/58342578

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Repetitive Stress Injuries: The Army Way Nov 04, 2021

We get to the point at 23:04!

This week, we’re discussing horror stories of Army physical training, inspired by this article (https://taskandpurpose.com/news/army-holistic-health-fitness-82nd-airborne/) in which the Army apparently confronts the fact that its previous approaches to physical training completely wreck people’s bodies. Hope you enjoy!

For week’s bonus, Francis and Joe discuss the history of the frontier fur-trapper wars in North America, also known as the Beaver Wars. Yes, there are dumb jokes--but also a lot of history of French colonization of America, and much more. Get it on Patreon here: https://www.patreon.com/posts/58032812

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DadChat: Culinary Edition Nov 03, 2021

This is a full episode of DadChat, so if you don’t enjoy them then it’s probably better to skip it!

Nate and Francis go full dad mode and discuss cooking, their least favorite chores, the benefits of pressure cooking for home canning, favorite winter all-day recipes, and a story about Nate finding a cast iron pan on the street and it somehow leading to an unexpected magical night in DC. Hope you enjoy!

For this week’s bonus, Nate and Cynthia discuss the impact of watching famous Black role models of the 1980s--people like Colin Powell, Bill Cosby, and Ben Carson--and what Black Americans of the same age as people like Cynthia feel now that their legacies are, to put it mildly, 'complicated.' Get it on Patreon here: www.patreon.com/posts/57846832

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No, Do Speak Ill of the Dead Oct 21, 2021

DadChat ends at 13:25!

This week, Nate and Francis discuss the recent death of Colin Powell, the first Black American to serve as Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, and the man who lent his reputation to sell the Iraq War more than any other politician. We argue that you should in fact judge him for this, immediately, because he failed the moral test of his lifetime.

We also discuss a recent Washington Post story that seems to imply America might also ‘send the Army in’ to solve supply chain issues, except no one actually thinks it will happen. Get the story here: https://www.washingtonpost.com/us-policy/2021/10/19/white-house-supply-chain-national-guard/

For this week’s bonus, Francis, Joe, and Shocks discuss the strange case of Marine LTC Stuart Scheller and his relentless desire to post. Is it a good idea to be pro-se defendant in a UCMJ court? Is it a good idea to try and personally charge the commandant of the Marine Corps because someone told you that it was allowed under maritime law or whatever? Find out, on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/posts/57517668

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My Death Machine is Solar Powered feat. Jasper Craven Oct 14, 2021

Nate is out this week, and Francis speaks with defense journalist Jasper Craven (@jasper_craven) about a recent trend: trying to portray the U.S. military as ecologically concerned--call it ‘military greenwashing’ if you’d like. And it turns out, it’s not really possible when the military doesn’t disclose how much fossil fuel it consumes, not even to Congress.

Read Jasper's article here: https://thebaffler.com/latest/greenwashing-the-military-industrial-complex-craven

Subscribe to Jasper's substack here: https://battleborne.substack.com/

For more on this topic: https://taskandpurpose.com/gear-tech/military-plan-make-earth-friendly-munitions/

For this week’s bonus, This week, Nate and Milo discuss the peculiarly British phenomenon of calling for the Army to be deployed domestically--whether it's to quell a social conflict or fix a logistics issue. They love to call for the Army to be sent in. We get to the bottom of what this means, and why people want it. Get it on Patreon here: https://www.patreon.com/posts/57234686

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*PREVIEW* 'Send in the Army' feat. Milo Edwards Oct 13, 2021

This week, Nate and Milo discuss the peculiarly British phenomenon of calling for the Army to be deployed domestically--whether it's to quell a social conflict or fix a logistics issue. They love to call for the Army to be sent in. We get to the bottom of what this means, and why people want it.

Listen to the whole thing on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/posts/57234686

SwordsChat Oct 07, 2021

DadChat ends at 13:09!

This week, Nate and Francis explore two themes. First, the story of a guy dressed as a ninja attacking a Special Operations aviation unit at an airfield in California (this really happened). Second, the theme of being Opposing Forces during military training and how much fun it is to cause havoc while shooting your fellow soldiers with lasers.

You can read the ninja piece here: https://www.stripes.com/theaters/us/2021-09-30/ninja-attack-special-operations-california-airport-3076663.html

You can read the piece here: https://www.politico.com/amp/news/magazine/2021/07/27/ozarks-lake-covid-unvaccinated-500784

This week, Francis, Carey, and Joe regale themselves with the 1995 Damon Wayans film MAJOR PAYNE. Look, we're going to get through all the '90s military movies--good and bad--and this one is actually okay? Sure, it's bad, but it's also less regrettable than many others like it. Listen on Patreon here: https://www.patreon.com/posts/56957351

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Let’s Cough Around the Lake Sep 30, 2021

This week, Nate and Francis discuss a recent Politico article about anti-vaxxers and covid deniers partying hard at the Lake of the Ozarks resort in southern Missouri. It’s an article from July, but we’d wanted to discuss this for a while for one specific reason: Francis’s whole family is from southern Missouri, and this piece speaks to a particular mindset that might be hard to comprehend from the outside.

You can read the piece here: https://www.politico.com/amp/news/magazine/2021/07/27/ozarks-lake-covid-unvaccinated-500784

This week, Francis, Carey, and Joe examine the 1997 Jerry Bruckheimer-produced summer blockbuster CON AIR. It's just yet another vehicle for Nic Cage to be out of his mind, but there are some redeeming qualities, right? Well, we'll see if we can get to them when the Zoo Crew homes in on how this film predicted 9/11. Get it on Patreon here: https://www.patreon.com/posts/56632532

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Morale is Low at the DHS / MAGA Office (feat. Ken Klippenstein) Sep 23, 2021

This week, Nate and Francis speak with friend of the show and investigative reporter Ken Klippenstein about the various things he’s got going on: reporting on DHS, reporting on labor law violations, and reporting on people in the military deciding to refuse one specific vaccine--it’s a great time.

Ken’s got a new story out about how the leaders of the Senate GOP endorsed ‘Afghan Resistance’ have actually fled the country. Get it on the Intercept here: https://theintercept.com/2021/09/21/afghanistan-taliban-ahmad-massoud-flee/?utm_campaign=theintercept&utm_source=twitter&utm_medium=social

This week, Francis speaks with secret military lawyer Pat about the recent 'Woke Military' report commissioned by extremely smart Congressman Dan Crenshaw. It's a joke, but it gets to a significant issue: the problems that service members are facing do involve bad organizational practice, but they aren't about 'wokeness' and the only people complaining about that are probably not worth listening to. Get it on Patreon here: https://www.patreon.com/posts/56356910

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DadChat: We Will Not Be Mad Online Anymore Sep 16, 2021

Nate and Francis return to have a DadChat in which we discuss the facts: we’re getting older, we can’t post as hard anymore, and we just don’t want to be mad online. But we’re embracing it, and we have hope for those of you worried about the inevitable march of time: you stop caring about dumb things. Hope you enjoy!

For this week’s bonus, did you know there's a book of 'Violent Nomad Skills' by a former Navy SEAL? Did you know it's deeply, deeply insane? Nate joins our Zoomer correspondent Kevin Frint (@ItsAll_Bullshit) to discuss this in what will become a 2-part review. Get Part 1 on Patreon here: https://www.patreon.com/posts/56099559

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Dogs and Cats First feat. Hussein Kesvani Sep 09, 2021

This week, Nate speaks with Hussein Kesvani, a notable serious journalist and cohost of Trashfuture and 10,000 Posts podcasts, about a recent phenomenon in Britain: the decision to evacuate a bunch of dogs and cats from Afghanistan while leaving behind all the Afghan staff from the charity involved. We also touch on Taliban super-poster accounts and the ways Global North countries try and demonize refugees at every juncture.

For this week’s bonus, we've decided to review the 2016 Coast Guard film about a guy who does his job. It's called THE FINEST HOURS and Chris Pine is horribly miscast (he's nowhere near ugly enough). To discuss it, the authenticity of its portrayal, and a lot of digressions about boats, Francis speaks with Carey Shockey (@shocks), our resident coastie and water expert. Get it on Patreon here: https://www.patreon.com/posts/55731709

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*UNLOCKED* The Special Psychotic Relationship feat. Alice Caldwell-Kelly Sep 02, 2021

This week, Nate speaks with Alice Caldwell-Kelly (@AliceAvizandum) from the podcasts Trashfuture, Well There's Your Problem, and Kill James Bond, about the 2009 Armando Ianucci film IN THE LOOP, in which the British TV series 'The Thick of It' visits the topic of the Iraq War and James Gandolfini plays a grumpy American Lieutenant General. Why are politicians in both countries such deranged freaks? What are stereotypes of British general officers? All this and more, this week.

For this week’s bonus: Yes, we forced everyone to watch it: one of the dumbest episodes of one of the dumbest shows ever made. Who would win, the real Spartans or the Spartans from the film 300? Learn the answer and experience brain death by signing up on Patreon here: https://www.patreon.com/posts/55419876

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Afghanistan and How You Can Help feat. Arash Azizzada Aug 26, 2021

This week, Nate speaks with Afghan-American community organizer Arash Azizzada (@87films) about his group Afghans for a Better Tomorrow (@afghanstomorrow, @afghansforabettertomorrow on IG), the work they’re doing to advocate for safe passage for Afghans, ways in which the US government could make it easier for people seeking refuge, and what he wishes Americans knew about our country’s involvement in Afghanistan (which massively predates 9/11).

You can read Arash’s recent op-ed from the New York Times here: https://www.nytimes.com/2021/08/24/opinion/afghanistan-kabul-evacuations.html

And sign the petition to lift refugee caps here: https://sign.moveon.org/petitions/president-biden-must-support-the-most-vulnerable-in-afghanistan-as-part-of-the-withdrawal-plan

For this week’s bonus, the Zoo Crew convenes to discuss Armenia, what being a tank crewman entails, Shocks' stories of nearly dying theatrically on a Coast Guard ship, and Joe accidentally calling a drill sergeant 'dad' because he was that used to getting screamed at. Get it on Patreon here: https://www.patreon.com/posts/55148707

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This Is The End feat. Joe Kassabian Aug 19, 2021

We brought on Joe Kassabian of the Lions Led by Donkeys podcast to discuss the Taliban victory in Afghanistan, and we try to push back against the politicians’ line that the Afghan military didn’t want to fight--and ask call for everyone who can assist Afghan refugees (even if all you can do is humiliate your elected officials) to do so.

For this week’s bonus, we’re reviewing films that everyone our age loved and that we're sort of embarrassed to like. In this case, Francis had never seen V FOR VENDETTA, and Joe was a shameful teenage fan of the comic books. So, we got the Zoo Crew together to discuss. Get it on Patreon here: https://www.patreon.com/posts/54987946

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‘Reign of Terror’ and Untrooping feat. Spencer Ackerman Aug 12, 2021

This week, Francis and Nate speak with reporter and author Spencer Ackerman about his new book REIGN OF TERROR, a comprehensive history of the War on Terror. Particularly, we home in on the concept of how the culture war created post-9/11 requires veterans to never question the war itself if they want to retain any respected status. It’s a phenomenal book that we both loved, and we strongly recommend you go out and buy it.

In fact, if you buy it here you can get it from a local independent bookstore: https://www.indiebound.org/book/9781984879776?aff=TAPBookClub

For this week’s bonus, Francis speaks with defense journalist Kelsey Atherton about his recent piece on Substack covering the long usage-life of weapons and how there are in fact quite a few weapons that have been around for decades, if not centuries. Get it on Patreon here: https://www.patreon.com/posts/54670319

Read the piece on Substack here! https://athertonkd.substack.com/p/the-deuce-the-buff-the-constitution

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August DadChat: Gardening and Redwall Aug 05, 2021

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This week, it’s a DadChat with Nate and Francis. We discuss gardening, Francis’ daughter starting her own podcast on her tablet, why libertarianism appealed to middle class white kids in the Midwest in the 2000s, our mutual fixation on Redwall books as kids, the underappreciated art of actually talented bass guitar players, and much more.

For this week’s bonus, Nate speaks with Alice Caldwell-Kelly from the podcasts Trashfuture, Well There's Your Problem, and Kill James Bond, about the 2009 Armando Iannucci film IN THE LOOP, in which the British TV series 'The Thick of It' visits the topic of the Iraq War and James Gandolfini plays a grumpy American Lieutenant General. Get it on Patreon here: https://www.patreon.com/posts/54385089

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The Antifa Olympics feat. James Stout Jul 31, 2021

This week, Nate speaks with reporter, academic, and cyclist James Stout about the history of Antifa. What started as a reaction to European fascism became a movement often cited and rarely understood, but James’s academic research is focused on this topic--and, particularly, the 1936 Popular Olypics, an anti-fascist international competiton cut short by the advent of the Spanish Civil War.

You can support James’s work on Patreon here: https://www.patreon.com/Jamesstout

For this week’s bonus, Joe and Shocks join Francis to discuss historical instances of draft dodging that involve fleeing into the woods of Alaska, fleeing to Germany, and much more. Get it on Patreon here: https://www.patreon.com/posts/54213692

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At Least We Saved Our Souvenirs Jul 22, 2021

Dadchat/weather discussion until: 0:19 until 14:47

Transphobia in the UK discussion: 14:47 until 23:29

Repatriation of Pat Tillman jersey: 23:30 until end

This week we discussed a recent story from Stars and Stripes about the repatriation of memorabilia from the Pat Tillman USO at Bagram Airfield, Afghanistan. In case you didn’t know, they named the USO after Pat Tillman despite his only real connection to Bagram being the fact that his remains were transported there and his body armor burned there in order to mask the fact that he died from friendly fire. We have thoughts on the prioritization of American feelings versus the humanitarian catastrophe of the war in Afghanistan. (Story is here: https://www.military.com/daily-news/2021/07/19/what-happened-pat-tillmans-jersey-heres-how-last-americans-bagram-airfield-rushed-secure-mementos.html)

For the bonus this week, Francis speaks with writer Erica X. Eisen about her recent Boston Review piece 'Blackness and the Bomb,' discussing the ways in which nuclear defense in the Cold War prefigured a segregated response that would ensure racial boundaries even in the event of a post-nuclear war future. Get it on Patreon here: https://www.patreon.com/posts/53844158

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Kings Raising up Kings (On Weed) Jul 15, 2021

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We’re going to cover the events in Haiti and Cuba next week, but for this week we decided to do an episode where we discussed England’s performance in the Euros, the logistics of dropping fish into a lake from a plane, and what it’s like for Francis to be a former Midwestern stoner now able to purchase legal weed. This isn’t a politics-heavy episode but we enjoyed discussing our takes on what the end of weed prohibition (in certain areas!) means in practice.

For the bonus this week, Francis and Joe discuss deranged weapons of the Cold War -- particularly, a nuclear recoilless rifle called the Davy Crockett and a plan for a nuclear-powered unmanned plane that, had it been constructed, would have flown low-level at Mach 3 delivering a fatal dose of nuclear radiation all over its flight path. Get it on Patreon here: https://www.patreon.com/posts/53490393

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Interdimensional Jody (A Cautionary Tale) Jul 08, 2021

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This week, we read a special investigation about an Army lieutenant colonel who’s managed to push the edge of the military’s (insane) adultery laws--by faking deployments, faking the death of one of his children, and juggling 6 partners on the side. It’s wild! Get the news story here: https://taskandpurpose.com/news/army-officer-affairs-women/

For this week’s bonus, Nate explains the 4th of July to Milo and forces him to listen to a deranged listicle from Military dot com about how to make the day even more patriotic. Brain damage was suffered on this episode but we hope you enjoy it. Get it on Patreon here: https://www.patreon.com/posts/53328558

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Crowdfunding A Guard Deployment (This Will End Well) Jul 01, 2021

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This week, we discuss news that a shady Republican billionaire is funding a National Guard deployment to the US-Mexico border. This wouldn’t happen if South Dakota wasn’t run by a psycho, but we’re slightly concerned about the precedent. We also discuss the cultural freakout of a large chunk of white Americans over the past 13 years, and what it means given that history, as ever, is repeating itself.

This is the piece we read, replete with military dot com comments sections: https://www.military.com/daily-news/2021/06/29/billionaire-gop-mega-donor-funds-national-guard-mission-us-mexico-border.html

For this week’s bonus, we've reconvened the Zoo Crew to discuss Madison Cawthorn being at it again. The political right in America sure do love some freaks, and it seems that it's only getting worse the further down the QAnon rabbit hole these guys travel. Get it on Patreon here: https://www.patreon.com/posts/53005374

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The National Guard and Wal-Mart: Closer Than You Think Jun 24, 2021

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We review two pieces this week. First, we discuss news that the Taliban have captured a huge chunk of Afghanistan’s provincial districts since May: https://edition.cnn.com/2021/06/22/americas/afghanistan-taliban-districts-intl/index.html

We also discuss a story from the Washington Post about the National Guard reporting food scarcity and money insolvency because, as Guard veterans know, they intentionally schedule deployments and activations to avoid paying Guard troops the benefits they’d be entitled to on active duty: https://www.washingtonpost.com/business/2021/06/22/hunger-national-guard-reserves/

For this week’s bonus, Francis found an article about how astrology applies to the military, and in order to really get to the heart of this, he spoke with astrology enthusiast and Army PAO Kelsey in order to discuss. Let's just say this piece goes in some wild directions. Get it on Patreon here: https://www.patreon.com/posts/52722111

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The Case of 2000 Missing Small Arms Jun 17, 2021

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This week, Nate and Francis discuss a recent article in the Associated Press about missing military weapons--everything from pistols to 40mm automatic grenade launchers--which are turning up at crime scenes across the US. You can read the article here: https://apnews.com/article/government-and-politics-business-gun-politics-crime-6caba27108d05a8b7c1860959d1ae130

For this week’s bonus, it was the sequel no one really wanted and we were going to bring a historian on to discuss, but Joe was busy. So, Francis and Shocks reviewed this film and discussed the ways in which this film continues the legacy of shoehorning weird American culture war arguments into a version of ancient Greek history that is sure to make guys want to buy lifted coal-rollers. Get it on Patreon here: https://www.patreon.com/posts/52346454

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A Foray Into English Insanity and the Afghanistan Drawdown Jun 10, 2021

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We have a story about the German military using a logistics contractor to repatriate all the beer they’d brought to Afghanistan (https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-europe-57386704). However, before we could get to that, we had to respond to criticism that we’re unfairly biased against Britain. The answer is: yes. So, we discuss some spicier aspects of Britain’s central role in the Atlantic slave trade. Hope you enjoy!

For this week’s bonus, Francis speaks with defense journalist Kelsey Atherton (@athertonkd) on the topic of AI-enabled weapons, the state of the industry as opposed to its marketing, and the dangers of what may be coming our way if the trend towards automating violence continues. Get it on Patreon here: https://www.patreon.com/posts/51970212

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Open Source Nuclear Launch Codes Jun 03, 2021

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This week, Nate and Francis discuss a recent story that US Air Force nuclear missile custodians based in Europe accidentally disclosed the locations of their munitions by creating open-source, search-engine-indexed flash cards for study.

For our bonus, it’s the Zoo Crew: Francis, Shocks, and Joe discuss a recent self-published book by a serving military officer who claims that the newly-discovered right-wing boogeyman of 'critical race theory' is making the military Marxist. Does that sound insane? It definitely is. Get it on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/posts/51888735

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*UNLOCKED* Fort Bragg Murder Swamp May 27, 2021

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Warning: this episode contains strong depictions of intimate partner violence, murder, and fatal drug use This week, we're speaking with Rolling Stone journalist and Army veteran Seth Harp on the topic of a string of murders and unexplained deaths at Fort Bragg, NC.

Did you know a Delta operator murdered a Green Beret in front of his family and no charges were filed? Did you know an enlisted soldier in the 82nd was beheaded while camping and no investigation was conducted for almost a year? Whatever's happening there is grim, and Seth has a lot to say about it.

Read Seth's article here: https://www.rollingstone.com/culture/culture-features/fort-bragg-murders-1153405/

Your Honor, Trump Made My Client a Moron May 20, 2021

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However, it’s followed by Britainchat, which ends at: 27:40

This week, Nate and Francis discuss a TPM article in which it is revealed that the January 6 riot participants are trying to make the case that they have diminished capacity because they watch too much Fox News and that Trump made them do it. Will it work? Who knows, but we also argue for accountability and against double standards, while also trying (maybe failing) to walk an anti-carceral line.

For this week’s bonus, Francis and Shocks discuss a recent letter by retired officers claiming that the military has been infiltrated by 'Cultural Marxism.' This is, of course, bananas, but that doesn't stop this particular kind of thing getting written. Why did they do it? What did they say? Get it on Patreon here: https://www.patreon.com/posts/51334765

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We Had to Drone Strike Minnesota to Save It feat. Ken Klippenstein May 13, 2021

This week, Nate speaks with Intercept journalist Ken Klippenstein about two recent stories of his -- one on the topic of the US DOJ threatening to prosecute MIT researchers for questioning allegations of fraud in Bolivia, and the other on the topic of CBP spending hundreds of millions of dollars on anti-drone technology, to include proposals for armed drones under their command. Sounds normal to me!

For this week’s bonus, we're speaking with Rolling Stone journalist and Army veteran Seth Harp on the topic of a string of murders and unexplained deaths at Fort Bragg, NC. Did you know a Delta operator murdered a Green Beret in front of his family and no charges were filed? Did you know an enlisted soldier in the 82nd was beheaded while camping and no investigation was conducted for almost a year? Whatever's happening there is grim, and Seth has a lot to say about it.

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The Generals Are Displeased: Europe Edition feat. Milo Edwards May 06, 2021

This week, Nate is joined in studio by friend of the show and repeat guest Milo Edwards (@Milo_Edwards) of the Trashfuture and Masters of Our Domain podcasts, to discuss the recent story about French generals threatening to do a coup against Emmanuel Macron if he isn’t even more Islamophobic. We also discuss a similar phenomenon in Britain, in which the specter of a military coup was wielded to threaten Jeremy Corbyn.

Check out Milo’s live stand-up show (to be streamed over Zoom!) on May 30th here: gignify.co/miloedwardspindos

For this week’s bonus, Francis speaks with Will Nguyen, also known as the Star Trek Commie (@boomerniner) about Star Trek's communist underpinnings, the way it represents different modes of production, the different conflicts it represents (and the dark side of the Federation), and why it's fun to just talk about it for hours. Get it on Patreon here:

The article about Will is available here: https://www.startrek.com/news/the-star-trek-communist-hopes-star-trek-can-inspire-a-real-revolution

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We’ll Definitely Spend that $800 Billion Responsibly Apr 29, 2021

Dadchat ends at 11:52! You have been warned!

Have you heard that the Pentagon budget is going up more? Yes, even more. What is that spent on? Well, a lot of it is spent on dumb garbage that gets disposed of creatively, and we’re here to discuss it.

However, before we talk about that, we talk about a story about an Army Major getting imprisoned in a Polish sex dungeon while blackout, in which strippers bit him to keep him awake while running his credit card. Field-grades: don’t let it happen to you! The story is here: https://taskandpurpose.com/news/us-army-officer-poland-obsession/

Our discussion of the Army’s property system, and the sheer volume of waste we’ve seen in our own time in uniform, starts at 22:32.

For this week’s bonus, we ask some important questions. Why is the DoD spending money on memes? Why does anyone think this will influence our 'adversaries?' What sort of propaganda is this? To analyze this entire phenomenon, Francis brought on Shocks and Joe to discuss it in detail. Get it on Patreon here: https://www.patreon.com/posts/50316927

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One Down, The Entire System of Policing to Go Apr 22, 2021

This week, we react to the news of Derek Chauvin’s conviction, discuss a story of a drill sergeant who got arrested for assault and battery of an unarmed Black man because he has a terminal case of cop brain, and all the reasons why it is incumbent on veterans to debaathify their own heads.

For this week’s bonus, we ask important questions. Why does Missouri produce so many bonkers politicians? Why is it that, in order to get elected, you have to be full on blood-and-soil white nationalist? Well, we happen to have two Missouri experts here to give you the lowdown on what the national GOP will be in about 5-10 years. Joining us once again is friend of the show Brock Wilbur, a KCMO resident and a long-suffering observer of the state's politics. Get it on Patreon here: https://www.patreon.com/posts/50180777

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We Promise, We’re Actually “Leaving” Afghanistan Apr 15, 2021

Well, they’ve said we’re leaving Afghanistan for good! This will certainly be different than all the other times we’ve supposedly left, because while there won’t be any “combat troops,” that won’t include special operations or any Afghan auxiliaries under the command of the CIA. So, that means we’re leaving, right?

DadChat ends at 11:34!

For this week’s bonus, we have to drop some knowledge on you: the cruise ship industry is weird and variegated. There's a 311-themed cruise, a cruise where you meet Foghat, Disney cruises, Kid Rock cruises, and so much more. Why? No one knows, but Francis has done the legwork to expose all of it, and he explains it to the rest of the Zoo Crew. Get it on Patreon here: https://www.patreon.com/posts/49897036

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How Did This Class System Get Into My Imperial Navy? Apr 08, 2021

This week, Nate and Francis discuss a viral story about a Navy officer based in Japan accused of writing a letter about why he doesn’t want to live among ‘deviant’ enlisted troops. Who knows if the letter is real? What we do know is that the Navy absolutely loves to segregate between officer and enlisted, more so than most other branches, and also it’s an opportunity for us to read the comments section on military dot com and find the true gems.

DadChat ends at 12:47!

For this week’s bonus, Francis has brought journalist Jasper Craven about Zoomer fascist congressman Madison Cawthorne, his weird proximity to veterans and lies about admittance to the US Naval Academy, and why we're probably stuck with him. Get it on Patreon here: https://www.patreon.com/posts/49675750

Jasper wrote a piece about this topic which is available here: https://thebaffler.com/latest/vacuous-valor-craven

Jasper has a substack and you should absolutely sign up for it: https://battleborne.substack.com/

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Contractually Speaking, the War Cannot End Apr 01, 2021

This week, Nate and Francis discuss a recent CNN article that examines how the U.S. Government might be on the hook for billions of dollars in settlements or lawsuits if the war in Afghanistan ends on time. Why? Because the DOD has kept issuing contracts for services in Afghanistan that extend to 2026 and in some cases beyond. The CNN article is here: https://edition.cnn.com/2021/03/29/politics/pentagon-contractors-afghanistan/index.html

DadChat ends at 9:40!

For this week’s bonus: Francis keeps getting stupid cold-pitch emails from a veteran thought leader and, despite having been told to listen to the show, he simply will not quit. So, to make sense of the situation, he consulted with Joe Kassabian and Carey Shockey. This episode gets to the bottom of the vet-fluencer phenomenon, why it's so uniformly right-wing or crypto-right-wing, and why you shouldn't listen to these people. Get it on Patreon here: https://www.patreon.com/posts/49127050

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When Pop Pop Goes to War with the Deep State Mar 25, 2021

We were not entirely surprised to read the story this week about a man who looks like Saddam Hussein in a spider hole attacking a National Guard convoy in Texas. Although they haven’t gotten to the bottom of it yet, it’s pretty safe to assume it’s some Q sort of thing, and we discuss a lot about what the responsibility of tech platforms is versus arguments about free speech.

DadChat ends at 10:57!

For this week’s bonus, the Zoo Crew is back: Joe, Carey, and Francis review the 1996 John Woo film FACE/OFF, which has some.... things that didn't age well. You can get it on Patreon here: https://www.patreon.com/posts/49038290

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Pay No Attention to Those Kids in Cages feat. Sam Knight Mar 18, 2021

In 2019 we had a bonus episode featuring Sam Knight of the District Sentinel (@TheDCSentinel) to discuss his predictions about the 2020 Presidential election. Well, at least in as far as the primary was concerned, he called it exactly right. So, we brought Sam back on to talk about what we’ve seen since Biden assumed office--all the good, bad, and ugly.

Sam is also a correspondent for Means TVs “Means Morning News,” (@MMNonMeansTV),

For this week’s bonus, we’re joined by the cast of the Well There's Your Problem podcast to discuss the story of the M2 Bradley Armored Fighting Vehicle. What is the deal with this thing? It's not a tank, but it might as well be a tank in almost every capacity. How did it get made, and what does the future hold for giant clown turrets? Get it on Patreon here: https://www.patreon.com/posts/48771869

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The Divine Right of Idiots feat. Cynthia B. Mar 11, 2021

We figured that, if you’ve followed the news lately, you’ve probably heard about the recent debacle with the British royal family and the Oprah Winfrey interview with Prince Harry and Meghan Markle. This is an expressly anti-royalty podcast, but to discuss the particular dynamics of British racism and the experience of being a Black American woman married to a slightly younger redhead who is kind of a moron and fought in Afghanistan, Cynthia Bethea joins us this week.

For this week's bonus, Francis speaks with defense journalist Oriana Pawlyk about what the Space Force actually is and does -- and the fact that it's not going away, despite it being Trump's signature plaything. Get it on Patreon here: https://www.patreon.com/posts/48465304

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You Can’t Vaccinate a Rock, Drill Sergeant! Mar 04, 2021

This week, Nate and Francis discuss the recent news that the military may require service members to take the covid-19 vaccine (much like it requires other vaccines) now that the FDA has approved it. So, why does the military have, on average a 30% refusal rate for the vaccine? And what really is going on with vaccination in the US? (source: https://www.military.com/daily-news/2021/03/01/military-may-revisit-making-covid-19-vaccines-mandatory-after-fda-grants-approval.html?fbclid=IwAR1AOgpMr4DAiNm4Rbm1eXg31QH5mtTRQiBuCFt4hbRAJv2vX4um-rHvyWQ)

Also discussed: has the military actually helped reduce the risk of extinction for one species of woodpecker? Yes. Does this mean the military is good at ecology? No. (source: https://www.npr.org/2021/03/02/972486093/how-the-military-helped-bring-back-the-red-cockaded-woodpecker?fbclid=IwAR049XUxWdH-RAHhHKmi7mg6oPW1tqMKuLF1DXctuSveFoTuY7-9OEP1hK8&t=1614799637267)

This week's bonus is a combined Hell of a Way / Lions Led by Donkeys episode in which Joe relates to us the story of Valentine Strasser, the Sierra Leonean army captain (and specialist at heart) who took over a country and decided to change its national anthem to a disco tune -- among a LOT of other things. Get it on Patreon here: https://www.patreon.com/posts/48207919

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Should You Move to Alaska for the Money? (No) Feb 25, 2021

This was supposed to be an episode with a detailed, thought-out script. However, we got on the topic of bad weather and the state of Alaska, and by the end of it we found we’d devoted 40 minutes to The Last Frontier. So, it’s more of a DadChat than anything else!

We do discuss a recent video of terrible CQB training at 10th Mountain, and why you should probably stop training if it looks like your soldiers are going to shoot each other (this conversation starts at 39:43). You can watch the video yourself here: https://twitter.com/woobie_1_kenobi/status/1363529993788272646?s=19

For this week’s bonus, we've got Carey and Joe back to have yet another zoo crew session, this time to discuss (among other things) the way that video games become popular representations of American military history. This (and all DadChat / Zoo Crew episodes) are available on the Patreon for $1 a month. Get it here: https://www.patreon.com/posts/47841741

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How Did Antifa Install These Wind Turbines? Feb 18, 2021

For any of this to make sense, it must be understood that Texas has a power grid comprised of 95% fossil fuel and nuclear sources. And yet somehow, in the minds of the chuds and Republicans, those wind farms are the reason that Texas’ extremely libertarian grid cannot function in a winter storm. Nate and Francis get to the bottom of this conundrum, to include a Marine Todd reading of a recent Texas mayor’s public statement.

For this week’s bonus, you get a full hour of Francis, Shocks, and Joe Kassabian discussing a variety of topics -- but with special emphasis on the Insane Clown Posse and what it means to Midwesterners. Get it on Patreon here: https://www.patreon.com/posts/47556191

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In Which We Become the Old Heads Complaining Feb 11, 2021

We took the time to discuss a recent Washington Post article about the military doing a stand-down day for combating white nationalism in the ranks. However, it took us about 30 minutes to get there, because we decided to talk about the weather, ‘90s alt-rock, the military’s secret plan for a ‘gay bomb,’ and much more.

DadChat / fun chat ends at 27:56

You can read about the gay bomb here: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gay_bomb

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For this week’s bonus, Francis is chatting with Army veteran, actual medic, EMT, and antifascist Scotty Blue (@blue_scotty). They discuss becoming a 68W, what it's like to try and be a medic outside of the military, what the hell is up in Portland, and what to expect if you do in fact want to protest. Get it on Patreon here: https://www.patreon.com/posts/47281844

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Antifreeze Gets Me Lifted Feb 04, 2021

Why on earth were 11 soldiers hospitalized at Fort Bliss, Texas for drinking ethylene glycol? Well, there’s a whole extended universe of ‘things soldiers do to get hammered in the field / on deployment’, and who better to examine this phenomenon than a huge nerd officer who never did anything illegal and the NCO who made gallons of prison wine in Iraq.

We do a bit of DadChat at the beginning, but the main section starts at 7:27.

This week’s bonus features Francis discussing bootleg Barts and other Gulf War memorabilia with NY Magazine writer Matt Stieb. You can get it on Patreon here: https://www.patreon.com/posts/46928239

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In Search of British Tom Cotton feat. Milo Edwards Jan 28, 2021

It is the opinion of this show that the whole Tom Cotton Ranger thing is not a big deal or worth caring about. However, for the benefit of the doubt, Nate explains this in the episode with Milo Edwards (@Milo_Edwards), in which they also cover the types of British veteran politicians and why they’re weird and different to American eyes. Hope you enjoy!

This week’s bonus episode features Francis in discussion with a Navy veteran about the topic that has so long puzzled us: what is the Navy, and what does it do? Get it on Patreon here: https://www.patreon.com/posts/46611804

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Farewell to the Big, Wet President Jan 21, 2021

Let us state for the record that we hate Trump and we are happy he’s gone. But we also feel it’s important to recount some the highlights/lowlights of his tenure, how absurd it’s all been, how much older and more exhausted we feel after 4 years, and so much more. Because here is a president who hates sharks, stares at eclipses, is obsessed with badgers, and is easily the dumbest man to ever breathe air.

For this week’s bonus, Francis is talking anti-war organizing in military towns with David Parsons, a historian and the author of 'Dangerous Grounds: Antiwar Coffeehouses and Military Dissent in the Vietnam Era.' The episode is available on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/posts/46382926

David is also the cohost of the Nostalgia Trap podcast, which you can check out here.

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Fascism? In My Forever War? Jan 14, 2021

Well, we’re a bit late to the party, as we were recording our episode last Wednesday prior to The Event. But you can rest assured that we were not surprised to discover that the mob on Capitol Hill included lots of veterans and active duty military. In this episode, we talk about what 20 years of war have done to the American psyche, and why we think the people who count themselves as ‘not part of the problem’ are simply mistaken.

This week’s bonus is a special treat of labor history, as Francis forced Joe Kassabian and Carey Shockey to watch the 1992 Disney musical NEWSIES. You will most definitely enjoy their reactions. Get it on Patreon here: https://www.patreon.com/posts/46083542

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It’ll Be Different This Time! Jan 07, 2021

This week, we discuss the election results in Georgia, have a long aside about what America did in Central America in the 1980s, and genuinely predict that the Dems’ worst nightmare has come to pass: now they have to govern!

We also had a bonus DadChat/New England Chat this week with Shocks and Joe Kassabian, and you can get it on the Patreon here: https://www.patreon.com/posts/45820091

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*UNLOCKED* Why Is Carl Higbie feat. Jasper Craven Dec 31, 2020

We’re off this week, but we’ve unlocked a bonus episode from earlier in the year. Francis speaks with journalist Jasper Craven about the right-wing veteran mythos and why ex-SEAL Carl Higbie will probably survive the Trump administration and factor in our lives for a while, despite being a huge piece of garbage.

Jasper has a substack and you should absolutely sign up for it: https://battleborne.substack.com/people/2318067-jasper-craven

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*UNLOCKED* Cognitive Dungeons and Dragons Therapy feat. Jared and Elizabeth Kilmer Dec 24, 2020

We're off this week, but we've unlocked a bonus episode from March in which Francis speaks with Jared and Elizabeth Kilmer from Game to Grow, an organization that uses tabletop gaming in therapy. Specifically, they discuss how they've seen tabletop gaming work to support therapy for veterans, and how roleplaying can be therapeutic in a variety of contexts. Hope you enjoy!

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Operation Bunker Busting New Brunswick Dec 17, 2020

The word on the street (by which we mean the feeds of extremely Q-pilled individuals on twitter) is that the Chinese PLA tried to invade Maine via New Brunswick but were stopped when their entire force was killed by one 14-ton bunker buster that left no trace. 50,000 PLA troops dead with all evidence obliterated. To assess the military significance of this, we decided to report on it.

For this week's bonus, we've brought on our Zoomer correspondent Kevin Frint (@ItsAll_Bullshit) to discuss a full playthrough of the recent Call of Duty release with Nate. You might not like it, but this is the way that people are going to assume the actual Cold War went down. Get it on Patreon here: https://www.patreon.com/posts/45005019

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The Fort Hood Report: Horrifying and Also Unsurprising Dec 10, 2020

The Army released a report into the handling of sexual assault prevention at Fort Hood, TX, and it’s proof that the institution doesn’t care about anything besides protecting itself. We offer our thoughts and why we feel it underscores our previous point: don’t enlist. You can read the report in its entirety here: https://www.army.mil/e2/downloads/rv7/forthoodreview/2020-12-03_FHIRC_report_redacted.pdf?fbclid=IwAR0JrfDs8rT-Y7OYdtvsT7FM2JORabaPIctk2Y-b35Le5AXdz8ftFqCRQgs

We also talk about a recent claim by a former Israeli government official that there is a secret alien confederation and bases on Mars. Probably safe to doubt this one?

This week’s bonus is a TroopChat/DadChat with Joe Kassabian, Carey Shockey, and Francis. Have you ever heard about the British academic who really loved the Khmer Rouge? Learn about his story and more: https://www.patreon.com/posts/44668830

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FRAGO: You Only Get to Drop Acid When We MKULTRA You Dec 03, 2020

This week, we read a Task and Purpose article about how 2nd Division Marines are apparently really into doing LSD. Which, quite frankly, we support: for one because we think that by and large drugs are fine, and for another because this is the logical consequence of the military’s actual drug policy, which makes it almost impossible to use cannabis without getting caught, but makes it much easier to take harder drugs. Here is the article in question: https://taskandpurpose.com/news/marine-corps-lsd-problem/

We do a bit of DadChat in this episode, but the main segment starts at 7:59.

For this week’s bonus, Shocks and Joe Kassabian join Francis to discuss the Rudy Giuliani phenomenon: why is he so insane? What’s happened to him since the days of being the 9/11 mayor, and how did he go from anti-Mafia Republican prosecutor to… this? Get it on Patreon here: https://www.patreon.com/posts/44381527

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When Your Veteran Coffee Isn’t Fascist Enough Nov 26, 2020

This week, we’re discussing the recent fall from grace that Black Rifle Coffee Company has experienced in the opinions of insane MAGA freaks--its core audience--because it refused to endorse or sponsor a 17-year-old accused of murdering BLM protesters. That’s right! The Big Racist Coffee Company wasn’t right-wing enough.

The story we read from is available here: https://www.thedailybeast.com/black-rifle-coffee-was-maga-royalty-until-it-turned-on-kyle-rittenhouse

Here is a link to Ka’u Coffee Mill, which Nate mentioned: https://kaucoffeemill.com/

And here is a link to the Coffee Fool: https://coffeefool.com/

In this week's bonus, Francis and Bryan from the Street Fight Radio podcast discuss all sorts of dadchat issues -- watching movies with your spouse, whether or not the Army trains you on knives, better qualities of weed available in 2020, and much more. Get it on Patreon here: https://www.patreon.com/posts/44228023

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Cure Your Ennui with PTSD Nov 19, 2020

Why did the Marines make a video that basically says you should join in order to be less online? Why did the Army arrest a chaplain in Kuwait for wearing headphones? Why do we think it’s unlikely that anyone will ever fully withdraw troops from Iraq and Afghanistan? This week, we dive into all of these, and more.

Here is the article about the Kuwait arrest: https://www.armytimes.com/off-duty/military-culture/2020/11/17/army-national-guard-chaplain-deployed-to-kuwait-detained-by-mps-for-wearing-headphones/?fbclid=IwAR0bF14CqriZpJ0qQD-271NPWderXAe1erHyTXk4FZvyhl41uCY2R_TqtRs

For this week’s bonus, Francis brought Joe and Shocks back on to discuss Star Trek: Deep Space Nine. Despite being a sci-fi author, Joe had never watched it -- so now we get to talk all about it, to include the weird tropes that the Ferengi represent, Chief O'Brien's constant use of creative slurs for the Romulans, and much more. Get it on Patreon here: https://www.patreon.com/posts/43938028

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Poppygeddon Explained feat. Milo Edwards Nov 12, 2020

Well, it seems Biden won and we’re settling back into the usual run of being outraged at the Dems being bad (while never forgetting that the Republicans are basically comic book villains). However, since we recorded this episode on the most troop-respecting of days, we decided to discuss Veterans Day and its British counterpart, Armistice Day. We brought on friend of the show Milo Edwards (@milo_edwards) of the Trashfuture podcast to discuss it.

This week’s bonus features Francis, Shocks, and Joe Kassabian discussing the 2019 documentary TREAD, a long-form exploration of the Killdozer saga. What made a guy go crazy in Colorado and build an armored bulldozer that he used to destroy his home city? Find out by listening here: https://www.patreon.com/posts/43728821

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The Great White Cope Nov 05, 2020

No one knows what happened! We recorded this the morning after the election and we give our thoughts on what’s next given the tentative results of the election. This will either be a preview of things to come or a snapshot of a more innocent era. Hope you enjoy!

The video from the Intercept that we mentioned about Black organizers in Philadelphia is here: https://theintercept.com/2020/10/29/philadelphia-black-voters/

For this week’s bonus, Francis speaks with Peter Lucier -- fellow St. Louisian, Marine veteran, and law student -- about his recent piece on the topic of angry veterans and veteran writing. What happens next as the world moves on? Do we all start podcasts? Where do we form our communities? Get it on Patreon here: https://www.patreon.com/posts/43476032

Peter's recent article that gets discussed in this episode is available here.

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I Never Thought Q-Drops Would Eat My Face Oct 29, 2020

It’s hard riding a tiger. It’s even harder if you’re McHooyah the ‘I Shot Bin Laden’ guy and the Trump/QAnon people decide that actually Bin Laden is still alive because of a conspiracy theory. However, this does in fact dovetail into Francis’ theory that--due to the preponderance of cop-worship in the Trump era--troops are playing second fiddle to cops in the eyes of bonkers Americans.

We do a little bit of DadChat/BritainChat at the beginning, but the regular episode starts at 8:26.

For this week’s bonus got Carey Shockey on with Joe Kassabian to discuss the 2000 George Clooney film 'The Perfect Storm'. We don't talk enough about boats, or the coast guard, or New England, so we needed an expert in all three. There are some serious spoilers in this episode so please be advised. Get it on Patreon here: https://www.patreon.com/posts/43141041

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Joe Buck Is Sick of the Troops Oct 22, 2020

Well, a lot of things are going away: the NYT’s ‘At War’ section, the Bombshell podcast from War on the Rocks, and the previous editorial direction of Task and Purpose (where Nate and Francis both got their starts, in different ways). Is America simply tired of respecting the troops? Well, apparently Troy Aikman and Joe Buck are. To which we can only say: this is a good thing.

For this week’s bonus, Francis speaks with Marine veteran Di'Rico Baker (@rico_rants) on the topic of the poverty draft, why people can't escape the shadow of the Military Industrial Complex, why the military can sometimes seem like the only option for social advancement, and much more. Get it on Patreon here: https://www.patreon.com/posts/42798803

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*PREVIEW* TroopChat/BoatChat (Kandahar Giant Edition) Oct 15, 2020

Francis wrote a radio play about the Kandahar Giant. It's deeply stupid, but that's what you signed up for. We brought on Joe Kassabian and Carey Shockey to read some of the parts, but before we get to the play, we just do a lot of war stories TroopChat. So, we hope you enjoy.

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POGStyle: Blood, Sweatshop, and Tears Oct 15, 2020

Maybe you’ve encountered GruntStyle. Maybe you’ve been vicariously embarrassed by it. This week we do a deep dive (courtesy of a great article from the San Antonio Express News) about GruntStyle’s founder being an idiot. There is a big reveal that you will enjoy a lot! (source: https://www.expressnews.com/sa-inc/article/A-Reckoning-Grunt-Style-An-inside-look-at-San-15629615.php)

This week’s bonus massively expands the DadChat format to include Joe Kassabian and Carey Shockey, plus we do a fake radio play about the Kandahar Giant. You will love it. Get it on Patreon here: https://www.patreon.com/posts/42455226

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Trump Sowing / Trump Reaping Oct 08, 2020

What does the future hold? What can we say about this final month of the US Presidential election? Why does it feel weirdly appropriate that Trump got covid after basically pretending it isn’t real and getting people to cough in his mouth to prove it? Well, we’re assessing it. We’re talking about him having the virus. We can’t get enough of it.

We do some Britain Chat at the beginning—the episode starts in earnest at 10:30.

For this week’s bonus, The TroopsChat circle has expanded again and features Francis, Joe, and Shocks on the topic of the 2008 film WAR, INC. Why was Bush-era political commentary so flat-footed? And why does it seem hopelessly optimistic compared to now? Find out in this special movie review episode at the $3 tier here: https://www.patreon.com/posts/42380745

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How to Slingload an 1100 Pound Biblical Giant Oct 01, 2020

The internet is a wonderful thing. It lets us podcast, lets us make friends, and lets us share the 100 percent true and verified story about how, in 2002, the US Army did battle with a biblical giant. Who was the Giant of Kandahar? Why do people seem to think this is real? Should we rebrand as a military crypto-zoology podcast? All this and more, in this week’s episode.

The absurd article we quote from is here: https://www.thexplan.net/article/378/The-Giant-of-Kandahar-And-The-Lost-Race-Of-The-Nephilim/it

We do some garden chat at the beginning—the episode starts in earnest at 8:43.

This week’s bonus is another DadChat. It’s available at the $1 tier and covers topics like: Nate’s brother speaking German like a German redneck, residents of small states being like yappy dogs in Francis’ opinion, the huge gulf of cultural differences between northern and southern Missouri, and much more. Get it on Patreon here: https://www.patreon.com/posts/dadchat-reloaded-42105076

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On ‘Attack Surface’ and WiFi Fridges (feat. Cory Doctorow) Sep 24, 2020

This week, Nate and Francis are joined by sci-fi author and technologist Cory Doctorow (@doctorow) to discuss his new book ATTACK SURFACE. Are you getting spied on by your smart washing machine? Is your out-of-date WiFi printer going to hack the Gibson? Learn more about it on this episode.

You can pre-order ATTACK SURFACE from your local bookstore here: https://www.indiebound.org/book/9781250757531

This week’s bonus features a solemn topic: Steve Bannon got arrested by the law enforcement arm of the US Postal Service. How is that even possible? To discuss the ill-understood aspect of the law, we brought on labor lawyer and Coast Guard vet Carey Shockey (@shocks) to discuss. He also talks a lot about Boston sports, Curt Schilling's video game company that bankrupted Rhode Island, and much more. Get it on Patreon here: https://www.patreon.com/posts/41852582

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CGI Reagan and the War Crimes Simulator (feat. Kevin Frint) Sep 17, 2020

This week, Francis is on vacation and Nate is joined by the What a Hell of a Way to Die official zoomer correspondent Kevin Frint (@kevin_frint) to discuss the Call of Duty franchise. Didn’t we just discuss this on a bonus episode with Brock? Yes, but we’re not good at scheduling things. Anyway, in anticipation of the new COD installment, Kevin takes us through the storied and increasingly fascist story arcs of the entire series.

This week’s bonus features Nate and Francis in combination with the Well There's Your Problem podcast on the topic of technicals. Have you ever wanted to know what constitutes a technical? Have you ever wanted to weld a machine gun to a zamboni and declare yourself the rightful lord of the manor? If so, get the episode on Patreon at the $5 tier here: https://www.patreon.com/posts/41575118

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*PREVIEW* On the Subtle Art of the Technical feat. Well There's Your Problem Sep 17, 2020

It's a combo episode of What a Hell of a Way to Die and Well There's Your Problem, in which we discuss the history of the technical and have a debate about what actually counts as one. You will love it hopefully as much as Uday and Qusay Hussain loved technicals.

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The Worst President You Know Just Made a Great Point Sep 10, 2020

Donald Trump is at war with the generals. Well, not really, but he’s a big idiot and is lashing out at anyone he thinks is criticizing him -- which has led him to make the statement that the military rank-and-file love him, but the top brass don’t because they just want to go to war in order to make money for defense contractors.

Now, we’re not saying we agree with him, and we don’t endorse him in any capacity, but this is perhaps an example of why our big wet baby leader is right for the wrong reasons. Because yes, when you get down to it, it does all seem like one big money-making enterprise.

We do a bit of a DadChat at the beginning, but the regular discussion starts at 9:26

This week’s bonus features Francis and extreme friend of the show Brock Wilbur discussing the Call of Duty series. It’s got a lot of war crimes! You can learn about it here: https://www.patreon.com/posts/41248364

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Tik Tok and Army Lieutenants: Hell is Real Sep 03, 2020

You know what’s bad? The general concept of ‘military TikTok.’ You know what’s even worse? An active duty Army lieutenant posting a Holocaust joke on his TikTok with 3 million followers. But, as we point out in our discussion, he’s only telling the kind of jokes that anyone who grew up in a majority white and Christian part of America grew up hearing. We argue that the true reckoning should be asking yourself why people think jokes like that are funny.

The story about said lieutenant is here: https://www.military.com/daily-news/2020/08/31/fort-bragg-investigating-army-officer-crass-holocaust-joke-tiktok.html

We do a bit of a DadChat at the beginning, but the regular discussion starts at 13:35.

This week’s bonus features Nate and Milo from the Trashfuture podcast discussing British war movies about WWII, the deep national psychosis that springs from them, and why A Bridge Too Far is just a stone-cold classic. Get it here: https://www.patreon.com/posts/41037380

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SEAL Team S***poster: The McHooyah Story Aug 27, 2020

Why is it that there’s one particularly online SEAL, the guy who shot Bin Laden, and he won’t stop talking about it? Have you ever read his book? Well, Nate and Francis dug through the McHooyah story and have brought out some choice quotes for you to examine. We explore the deeply unwell psychology of the Navy SEALs and why this particular guy is just so much all the time.

We do a bit of a DadChat at the beginning, but the regular discussion starts at 11:43.

This week’s bonus features Francis speaking with Air Force legal guy Pat about Guantanamo Bay, the absurd lack of any real judicial process there, and why it’s basically becoming a geriatric home for people we’re hoping to have die before they get to stand trial. Get it on Patreon here: https://www.patreon.com/posts/40698677

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Osprey: The Elevator of Death feat. Well There's Your Problem Aug 21, 2020

We did a joint episode with the cast of the Well There's Your Problem podcast (@wtyppod), covering the checkered history of the V-22 Osprey.

We're going to do another bonus episode with WTYP soon, so check out the Patreon here: https://www.patreon.com/Hellofawaytodie

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The Audacity of No Hope for Anything Ever Aug 20, 2020

The DNC platform didn’t exactly make a strong impression on us, so we decided to discuss it in detail -- with specific emphasis on the stuff that pertains to America’s wars. We’re both really excited about ‘right-sizing’ our presence in combat zones!

For this week’s bonus, Francis speaks with journalist Jasper Craven (@Jasper_Craven) about the right-wing veteran mythos and why ex-SEAL Carl Higbie will probably survive the Trump administration and factor in our lives for a while, despite being a huge piece of garbage. Get it on Patreon here: https://www.patreon.com/posts/40598382

Jasper has a substack and you should absolutely sign up for it: https://battleborne.substack.com/people/2318067-jasper-craven

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Don’t Mind Me, I’m Just an Ex-SEAL Chucking Pipe Bombs Aug 12, 2020

This week features a story that very few people outside of Oregon have seen fit to cover. The story of what appears to be an ex-Navy SEAL chucking pipe bombs at protestors in Portland and then bragging about it on LinkedIn. A tale as old as time: what is wrong with the Navy. (Source: https://www.opb.org/article/2020/08/10/man-seen-in-area-of-homemade-explosive-at-portland-protest-ided-as-ex-navy-seal/?outputType=amp&__twitter_impression=true)

This week’s bonus features Francis speaking with defense reporter Kelsey Atherton (@AthertonKD) about the usage of nuclear weapons, the reasons for mushroom clouds, the weird fixation on drones as a solution to everything, and much more. Get it on Patreon here: https://www.patreon.com/posts/40276380

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DHS: The President’s Private Army Aug 06, 2020

This week, Nate and Francis are joined by special guest and friend of the show Ken Klippenstein (@KenKlippenstein), a reporter for the Nation who has become the master of leaks. We discuss his recent reporting about DHS’s “Fusion Cells” in Portland, their presence as masked goons disappearing people into rental vans, and how the entire structure of the agency is a holdover of Bush-era paranoia.

This week’s bonus is a DadChat, and it’s available on Patreon at the $1 tier. Get it here: https://www.patreon.com/posts/40020160

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Banning Recruiting on Twitch? How About Everywhere Else, Too Jul 30, 2020

This week, Nate and Francis discuss the amendment put forth by Rep. Ocasio-Cortez to defund the military’s recruiting on Twitch and similar platforms. We talk about how recruiting worked when we were in school, how people get assigned to be recruiters, and why (once again) the correct position is Do Not Join. (source: https://thehill.com/policy/defense/budget-appropriations/509218-ocasio-cortez-calls-for-end-to-federal-funding-for)

This week’s bonus features Joe Kassabian of the Lions Led by Donkeys podcast on the topic of the ‘90s TV series Young Indiana Jones. Get it at the $3 tier on Patreon here: https://www.patreon.com/posts/39746069

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It Sure Looks Like the Military Doesn’t Care About Sexual Assault (feat. Pat) Jul 23, 2020

This week, Francis speaks with an Air Force reservist paralegal named Pat who takes us through the way that the military approaches sexual assault cases. As you might expect, it leaves an inordinate amount of leeway for commanders’ discretion. But we hope that this episode gives you a better idea of why things don’t seem to be getting better.

Our bonus this week features Milo and Alice from Trashfuture on the topic of Britain’s peculiarities, and folks… you will like this one. Get it on Patreon here: https://www.patreon.com/posts/39492812

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Paying Taxes: You Get Nothing (Except Cops) Jul 16, 2020

No, we’re not Grover Norquist. Far from it -- we want to raise taxes on the rich and to eliminate all the absurd loopholes, never mind the ridiculous levels of pain that everyday taxpayers go through in the US. But, what do we get for our taxes? If this recent meltdown has taught us anything, it can be boiled down to one thing: cops (for this argument, the troops are also lumped in with cops).

As an example we discuss a recent story that explains how the US spent $14.4 million on one specific tracking system for the Afghan military. Except it requires electricity and internet access. Whoops! (source: https://taskandpurpose.com/military-tech/us-weapons-vehicles-afghanistan-audit)

This week’s bonus is another DadChat. It’s priced at the $1 tier and features a discussion between Nate and Francis on the topic of cooking, gardening, bad British weather, and much more. Get it here: https://www.patreon.com/posts/39243075

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Fort Hood: Bad Place, Bad Name Jul 09, 2020

This week, Francis and Nate discuss the recent DOD actions to ban the Confederate flag (a good thing to do) and rename bases named for Confederate generals (why we have these is a mystery). We also discuss the recent, horrific case of the murder of Specialist Vanessa Guillen, killed by a soldier in her own unit and buried in the desert near Fort Hood, TX. (source: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-53325925)

As we mention in the show, we want to hear from women and femme veterans about their experiences with SHARP and the threats they faced from their own fellow soldiers. We can absolutely guarantee confidentiality and we’re happy to signal boost any other shows covering a similar topic. Please reach out to us on twitter or at sergeantjoker@hellofawaytodie.com.

In this week's bonus episode, Francis interviews fellow St. Louisan, Marine veteran, and writer Peter Lucier (@PeterLucier) on the topic of the 2005 Keanu Reeves film CONSTANTINE. Peter and Francis are both products of St. Louis Catholic schools and have some thoughts on the film's overall themes, never mind the iconic role of Tilda Swinton as the archangel Gabriel. Get it on Patreon at the $3 tier here: https://www.patreon.com/posts/39007009

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Never Trust Democrats (in Gated Communities or Otherwise) Jul 02, 2020

This week, we’re doing a deep dive into Francis’ hometown of St. Louis -- discussing the heavily armed couple with the huge weird mansion, the mayor of St. Louis doxxing protestors on a FB Live event, and why a blue dog Democrat resurgence is in fact bad.

The bonus features an interview in which Francis speaks to St. Louis activist and historian Umar Lee (@umarleeiii) about the recent uprising, why The Gateway Pundit is trying to lead protests to protect statues of medieval French kings, and what's changed since the 2014 protests in Ferguson. Get it on Patreon here: https://www.patreon.com/posts/38768117

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Fictional Dystopias for Actual Dystopia Residents feat. Matt Gallagher Jun 25, 2020

On today's episode, Nate speaks with author Matt Gallagher (@MattGallagher0) about his new novel ‘Empire City’. Matt's an Army veteran of the war in Iraq and has also written two other books, the novel Youngblood and the memoir Kaboom: Embracing the Suck in a Savage Little War. We talk about incrementalism versus radicalism, how to write dystopian fiction when we already live in a dystopia, and much more.

You can buy Empire City (and support local bookstores) here: https://bookshop.org/books/empire-city/9781501177798

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Shockingly, the Guard Also Kills People Jun 19, 2020

This week, Nate and Francis discuss revelations that Louisville restauranteur David McAtee was killed by National Guard soldiers, how it relates to the Louisville PD’s unwillingness to prosecute or even release the most basic details related to the murder of Breonna Taylor. We also talk about why MPs act the exact same as cops.

Here’s a piece about David McAtee’s murder: https://eu.courier-journal.com/story/news/local/2020/06/13/david-mcatee-killed-kentucky-national-guard-remembered-funeral/3182348001/

Here’s a piece about Breonna Taylor’s murder: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-53021249

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On ‘The Jakarta Method’ (feat. Vincent Bevins) Jun 11, 2020

This week, Nate speaks with journalist Vincent Bevins (@vinncent) on the topic of his new book, ‘The Jakarta Method: Washington’s Anticommunist Crusade and the Mass Murder Program That Shaped Our World.’ The book covers clandestine Cold War operations in countries like Indonesia, Brazil, Chile, Guatemala, and elsewhere in the world in which the US aligned itself with forces of reaction to exterminate leftist political organizations. It’s a phenomenal work and we recommend you get it.

The book is available here: https://vincentbevins.com/book/

This week’s bonus features Francis, Joe Kassabian (@jkass99) of the Lions Led by Donkeys podcast, and friend of the show Carey Shockey (@shocks) in a discussion of the 2019 veteran-themed horror film VFW. Get it on Patreon here: https://www.patreon.com/posts/38036544

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Time to Pick a Side Jun 04, 2020

This week’s episode focuses on the current uprising, our takes on whether or not the military will turn on Trump, and much more.

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Ghosn Baby Ghosn May 28, 2020

This week, Nate and Francis discuss a recent story that reveals the culprit beyond former Nissan CEO Carlos Ghosn’s escape from the Japanese court system: he paid a former Green Beret and extremely Boston cop-seeming guy to smuggle him out in a case. It turns out this patriotic human trafficker has his own incredible story, which we’ve cribbed from Military Times (https://www.militarytimes.com/news/2020/05/21/ex-green-beret-nabbed-in-nissan-execs-escape-has-lived-on-the-edge/)

For this week’s bonus, Francis speaks with Defense News reporter Valerie Insinna (@ValerieInsinna) about the selling points of the F-35, what it's like to fly in a fighter jet, her favorite old-timey aircraft, and some premium St. Louis food banter. Get it on the Patreon here: https://www.patreon.com/posts/37526656

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I’m Sure The Troops Would Love This Tae-Bo VHS Cassette May 21, 2020

We started out this episode with the intention of talking about a recent story in which someone tried to catfish a civilian by pretending to be a senior general in the U.S. Army. But then we went down the rabbit hole of trying to reconcile they ways in which the military is portrayed versus how we experienced it, and we wound up spending a lot of time talking about the utterly bizarre donations we used to receive while deployed. Here’s the original story we found on Task and Purpose: https://taskandpurpose.com/news/fake-us-army-general-catfish-gmail

This week, Francis speaks with friend of the show Brock Wilbur (@brockwilbur) on the topic of the junior senator from Missouri, a right-wing freak who's smarter than Trump and represents the kind of fascist future trajectory of the Republican Party. It's bad, folks! You can get the episode on Patreon here: https://www.patreon.com/posts/37221570

Check out Brock's work at the independent Kansas City paper The Pitch: https://www.thepitchkc.com/

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This One Weird Pandemic Can Destroy Military Recruitment May 14, 2020

No matter how much bleach you drink or inject, you may suffer permanent lung damage if you contract covid-19. But don’t ask us -- ask the US military, who have decided that a positive covid-19 test may be ground to bar enlistment. https://federalnewsnetwork.com/defense-main/2020/05/people-hospitalized-for-coronavirus-may-not-be-able-to-join-the-military/

We also discuss the military’s plans to raise the age for on-post tobacco purchases to 21. Our position is perhaps a less libertarian one: we’re fine with it, so long as you also raise the minimum enlistment age to 21. https://www.military.com/daily-news/2020/05/07/army-bases-prepare-new-ban-under-21-tobacco-sales.html

This week’s bonus features Riley Quinn and Alice Caldwell-Kelly of the Trashfuture podcast, who help us break down the particularly online insanity of the recent Venezuela mercenary debacle. Get it on Patreon here: https://www.patreon.com/posts/36973145

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Doing a Coup for the Gram May 07, 2020

This week, Francis and Nate react to an incredible, incredible article in the AP about the gang of morons who tried to do unconventional warfare in Venezuela and wound up getting arrested. It’s such an unbelievable story that we had to read it, line by line. The original article is here: https://apnews.com/79346b4e428676424c0e5669c80fc310?fbclid=IwAR1tOM0KKh7Jy3Ja5QTbvhhXdj0bIvh3x__HhCOGb195OsUAsx058ZiJ_XM

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Duty. Honor. Contagion. Apr 30, 2020

This week, we’re discussing the fact that President Trump wants to recall West Point cadets from their home of record and transport them all to their campus in the Hudson Valley of New York in order to make them listen to him give a speech. There is nothing the military can do to prevent this, which means young people from basically all 50 states and a bunch of US territories will be traveling into the absolute center of the epidemic for no good reason, and then going straight back. Sad! https://www.vanityfair.com/news/2020/04/donald-trump-is-making-west-point-cadets-return-to-campus-so-he-can-give-a-speech

This week’s bonus features Francis interviewing journalist Jasper Craven (@jasper_craven) on the topic of the VA and its attempts to respond to the pandemic. Get it on Patreon here: https://www.patreon.com/posts/36355326

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*UNLOCKED* Gender Transition and the Military with Reggie Bell Apr 24, 2020

For this unlocked bonus episode (originally recorded in September 2017), Nate speaks with Reggie Bell, a former enlisted infantryman and two-time combat veteran of the war in Afghanistan. They discuss Reggie's transition, the experience of trans people in the military, what life was like before and after the repeal of the DOD's "Don't Ask, Don't Tell" policy, and more.

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Operation Michigander Freedom Apr 23, 2020

This week, Nate and Francis chat about the recent uprisings across America, by which we mean a few dozen astroturfed morons protesting their right to die in a pandemic. However, as we recorded it on 4/20, we also discuss weed, the Army's decision to reopen basic training, and the sub-contingent of right-wingers protesting the lockdown who want to blame the Jews for it somehow.

This week's bonus features an interview between Francis and Rich Madrid (@richjmadrid), a leftist Navy veteran and a subject matter expert on that most confusing of military vehicles: the boat. Get it on Patreon here: https://www.patreon.com/posts/36180331

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*UNLOCKED* The Crenshaw Cycle feat. Hasan Piker Apr 17, 2020

Did you hear the one about the Twitch streamer who said mean things about Rep. Dan Crenshaw? Well, it turns out that the story's a bit more complicated than that, and we decided to get to the bottom of it by bringing TYT host and general internet superstar Hasan Piker (@hasanthehun) on to the show. We also get into a discussion about the ways in which the military discards people when they're no longer useful, the sheer insanity of the defense budget, and why socialism offers a way out of our current malaise.

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USMC Official Policy: You’d Better Die with A High and Tight Apr 16, 2020

This episode features a round-up of a number of issues: the recent Labour party leaks in the UK, the prospect of having to support Biden as the Democratic nominee, and some amazing stories from the world of the armed services -- to include the fact that apparently the commandant of Camp Pendleton, CA ordered that all barbershops stay open. Why? Because he’d rather Marines die than have long hair. It’s amazing! https://taskandpurpose.com/news/marine-corps-barber-shops-coronavirus

We also talk about the situation on the USS Theodore Roosevelt and the fact that, apparently, we’re willing to accept unnecessary deaths in a pandemic for no other reason than optics.

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*UNLOCKED* Is It Fascist? 'Rambo: First Blood Part II' (1985) Apr 10, 2020

We are humble servants to you, the fans. You voted and said that we should watch Rambo 2. So, we watched it, and boy is it... something. Hope you enjoy our unlocked review of this extremely coherent and realistic movie. We love it!

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F*** It, Mask On Apr 09, 2020

Did you know that the DOD has decided to order troops to make their own masks? Yes, we’ve applied just-in-time delivery to live-saving medical equipment, and now the true tactical tailors will have their time to shine: by making masks out of old brown t-shirts, 550 cord, and 100 mph tape. The story is here: https://www.newsweek.com/us-military-tells-members-make-their-own-masks-fight-coronavirus-new-guidelines-met-criticism-1496230

If you want to hear the Fall-of-Rome episode of Trashfuture that Nate referenced, it's available here: https://trashfuturepodcast.podbean.com/e/the-empire-steps-on-a-rake-feat-patrick-wyman/

This week's bonus episode features an interview between Nate and Ben Natan (@thebennatan). Ben's an actor based in New York City, and he's involved with left-wing Jewish activism in the US, a politics he came to after growing up Jewish with one Israeli parent and one American one. They talked about Israel's relationship to militarism, what Zionism and anti-Zionism actually mean, and what sorts of fault lines exist in the Jewish experience in the US. You can get the entire episode on Patreon here: https://www.patreon.com/posts/35678774

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The Hunt for an Inland Hospital Ship (Also Known as a Hospital) Apr 02, 2020

In this episode, Nate and Francis make the argument that there is no military failsafe in which uniformed services can rescue a failed civilian response to the current pandemic. Or, to put it succinctly: hospital ships are nice, if you live near the coast. What about everyone else? We also discuss the recent news that the President is recalling IRR and reservists back to active service (https://www.washingtonpost.com/national-security/2020/03/28/trump-approves-ordering-former-us-troops-active-duty-assist-coronavirus-response/), although at present it’s completely voluntary.

This week’s bonus features Francis interviewing two therapists from Game to Grow, an organization that helps provide therapy via tabletop gaming. It’s a fascinating topic and we really hope you enjoy it. Get it on Patreon here: https://www.patreon.com/posts/35404032

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The Case for Radical Empathy feat. P.E. Moskowitz Mar 26, 2020

This week’s episode features Nate in conversation with P.E. Moskowitz (@_pem_pem). They're the author of two books -- 'How to Kill a City: Gentrification, Inequality, and the Fight for the Neighborhood' and 'The Case Against Free Speech: The First Amendment, Fascism, and the Future of Dissent." We discussed free speech absolutism, the military-centric nature of our discussions of PTSD, and why it’s important to have empathy at the forefront of leftist politics.

You can buy P.E.’s books (and support local bookstores) here: https://bookshop.org/contributors/p-e-moskowitz

Also, check out their writing co-op Study Hall here: http://studyhall.xyz/

This week’s bonus episode features Francis and Carey Shockey (@shocks) discussing the inscrutable board-game movie Battleship (from a boats perspective, of course). Get it on Patreon here: https://www.patreon.com/posts/35148333

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*UNLOCKED* Triple Frontier: Divorced Dad Energy feat. Bryan Quinby Mar 26, 2020

In this unlocked bonus episode, Francis speaks with Bryan Quinby (@murderbryan) of Street Fight Radio on the topic of the recent Netflix film 'Triple Frontier.' Why is it so long? Why is Ben Affleck basically playing himself? And why do a bunch of Delta Force guys apparently really suck at planning? They answer all these and many more of your questions.

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In Which Nothing from Last Week is Relevant Anymore Mar 19, 2020

Nate and Francis discuss the coronavirus this week, as well as the novelty of handwashing for people who haven’t had it forced on them as the military does. There’s a discussion of what we hope follows next, and an update on the neck-and-neck competition between the US and the UK to have the worst possible response. We hope you enjoy.

This week’s bonus features Francis discussing Americorps with a veteran of that program -- you can get it on Patreon here: https://www.patreon.com/posts/34937429

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*UNLOCKED* Facing the Truth feat. Matthew Hoh Mar 18, 2020

This episode includes the full interview between Nate and Matthew Hoh, a veteran of Iraq and Afghanistan and current peace activist. Their conversation covers Matt’s experience in Iraq as a planner working closely with the Coalition Provisional Authority, as a Marine company commander during the height of the civil war, as a State Department political officer in Afghanistan at the same time that Nate was deployed there, and later as a peace activist in Okinawa.

You can read the full text of Matt’s resignation letter here: http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-srv/hp/ssi/wpc/ResignationLetter.pdf

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Plague Inc Was a Documentary feat. Brock Wilbur Mar 12, 2020

Friends, we know the news is not good. Which is why we’ve brought on friend of the show and gaming expert Brock Wilbur to discuss Plague Inc, a game that lets you earn high scores for creating pandemics. He and Francis also discuss their various situations in the Midwest and what the COVID-19 pandemic is shaping up to be in non-coastal America. Hope you enjoy!

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Requiem for a Pete Mar 05, 2020

Well, the primary is moving pretty quickly and we’ve seen the demise of the Pete Buttigieg and Amy Klobuchar campaigns. We obviously have no love for Pete, and we’re happy to see him go -- even if this means we’re likely to see him all haunting Democratic politics for the rest of our lives. But for now, he’s done.

We also discuss the US-Taliban peace agreement and whether or not it will mark an end to the Afghan war. We certainly hope so, but there’s very little way of knowing at this point.

Additionally, it seems the Marine Corps is trying to banish Confederate imagery and titles from its ranks and bases. This forces us to say something we very rarely even consider saying: well done, Marines. (source: https://www.marinecorpstimes.com/news/your-marine-corps/2020/02/27/all-confederate-related-paraphernalia-should-be-removed-from-marine-corps-bases-commandant-directs/)

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I Only Want to Read *Christian* Taliban Op-Eds in the NYT Feb 27, 2020

The latest scandal in the military news world is the NYT publishing an op-ed from Taliban deputy commander Sirajuddin Haqqani. In this more-or-less anodyne editorial, Haqqani lays out his reasoning for entering peace talks with the US. This has of course caused a certain type of online veteran to explode into white-hot diarrhea fragments, ignoring the fact that the NYT has previously published op-eds from people like Erik Prince and Erick Erickson, both insane Christian dominionists. But hey, who’s counting?

For this week’s bonus, Nate speaks to an actual Zoomer -- a soon-to-be veteran named Kevin F. who deployed to Afghanistan in 2018-2019 and was able to scroll the timeline the entire time due to the *massive* improvements in technology between when Nate and Francis were last deployed. Get it on Patreon here: https://www.patreon.com/posts/34267603

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Porn Stars Send E-Greetings to the Troops: We Live in Hell Feb 20, 2020

A long time ago, i.e. when Nate and Francis were teens and the Global War on Terror started, you didn’t really get internet while deployed. However, even if the war has gone nowhere, the slow march of progress has made it possible for troops to get personalized greetings from porn stars while overseas. This seems great, but also bad, and even worse when you consider the multi-generational time scale of the conflict.

However, it might be ending soon! Or something. Because the US is in peace talks with the Taliban and we might actually turn the final corner after turning it 1000 times in the past.

We also discuss a recent essay about self-directed learning in the military (i.e. reading the Doom novels and learning how to fight on Phobos). Does it work? Have you ever seen it work? We want to hear your military learning story.

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The Medal of Honor: My Most Powerful Yu-Gi-Oh Card Feb 13, 2020

In the least shocking news you could imagine, Donald Trump was acquitted in the senate because our constitution is a garbage document that allows for infinity crimes. This is not a surprise to anyone, but one thing that did surprise us was the weird fixation on Alexander Vindman, particularly on Fox News. In fact, Pete Hegseth brought on Medal of Honor recipient Leroy Petry to tell the world that, according to some guy, Vindman was a spotlight ranger and a chow thief in Ranger School.

Now, why does this matter? Because the CMOH is the ultimate vetbro Yu-Gi-Oh card, and as such they intend to deploy it. You can read the story here from Media Matters: https://www.mediamatters.org/fox-friends/fox-friends-smears-lt-col-alexander-vindmans-military-record

We also discuss the fact that Right-to-Repair restrictions on heavy vehicles are now affecting military vehicles as well, because even the truck you use to do imperialism with has in-app purchases: https://foxtrotalpha.jalopnik.com/even-the-american-military-is-struggling-with-right-to-1841531517

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Grief Police: An Online Military Specialty Feb 06, 2020

You’ve surely noticed this phenomenon. In recent years, whenever a famous person dies, there’s always a parallel outrage from people online demanding that you grieve for fallen troops instead of the person for whom you’re grieving. In this episode, Nate and Francis discuss this at length, particularly in the wake of Kobe Bryant’s death and calls to instead grieve for the victims of a military helicopter crash that happened in….2005? (this got so bad that Military.com had to issue a statement: https://www.military.com/daily-news/2020/01/28/save-outrage-do-hitting-share-military-news.html)

There’s also an article on Task and Purpose about how the DOD rescinded a 2014 policy on land mines. So, if we want, can mine the hell out of things. This is, as they say, not good: https://taskandpurpose.com/pentagon-landmines

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Tom Cotton: Injured Troop Disrespecter Jan 30, 2020

It’s long been a truism in American politics that anyone who gets close to Donald Trump gets slimed. This week, we’re discussing Arkansas Senator Tom Cotton, the grown-up version of the “you’re disrespecting a future U.S. Army soldier” kid, who has decided that it’s not a big deal for Trump to make fun of US injuries in Iraq because--as you know--nothing matters except defending Dad. Don’t get us wrong, we don’t want this to be a right-wing cause celebre, but we really hate Tom.

We also discuss bread-thief rat-face Pete Buttigieg’s recent comments on the topic of a President benefiting from military service, which fine, okay, but come on.

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I Hate Being a ‘Loser War’ Veteran Jan 23, 2020

This week, we’ve got a huge suite of content. For starters, we discuss the recent unveiling of the Space Force name tape: a zero-effort attempt to make a Space Force uniform that all of us inveterate shammers can appreciate. Why make a distinct uniform when you can, uh, just slap a name tape on something and call it a day? Honestly, it’s all kinda exhausting anyway (source: https://nypost.com/2019/12/20/trump-officially-launches-space-force/)

However, we also discuss the recent story of Prince Harry (a fellow bearded redhead Afghan war vet) deciding to do a reverse Nate and leave Britain for North America. This will involve relinquishing a bunch of ceremonial titles, all of which sound a bit weird? (source: https://www.townandcountrymag.com/society/tradition/a30579030/prince-harry-steps-back-from-role-as-captain-general-of-the-royal-marines-and-other-military-appointments/)

Finally, we discuss a revelation that, if you try to give President Trump a basic civics lesson, he will lose his mind and call you a bunch of babies — as evinced by a new book. Afghanistan? Folks, it’s a loser war! They don’t even have oil! Very sad! (source: https://www.thedailybeast.com/trump-called-his-generals-a-bunch-of-dopes-and-babies-in-a-fit-of-rage-book-claims)

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It’s Already World War 3 If You Think About It Jan 16, 2020

Well, Iran retaliated. They did so in a way that was seemingly meant as a massive show of force without serious casualties. They almost pulled it off, except for when they shot down a Ukrainian passenger jet. And this week, Nate and Francis discuss Iran -- the horniness for war, the insane interpretations from neocons -- and what might come next as we seemingly blunder around in a decades-long world war.

This week, Francis speaks with Isiah James (@isiah4congress), an Army infantry veteran running as a democratic socialist in the Democratic primary for New York's 9th Congressional District. Isiah discusses his platforms, why he got into politics, how he approaches topics like gun control, ending the Drug War, and combating imperialism. Isiah gives a fascinating interview and we hope you enjoy it -- it’s free on Patreon here: https://www.patreon.com/posts/33115621

You can read his entire policy platform here: https://www.isiahforcongress.com

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Do Not Give Trump a COA to Nuke the Moon Jan 09, 2020

By now you’ve probably seen the news that Trump ordered a drone strike on Quds Force commander Qassem Soleimani. In this week’s episode, we discuss why this is moronic, why it will mend any fault lines in Iranian society as they unite in opposition to America, and why you can never give Trump the comedy option (he’ll always choose it!) We also discuss that the Army is banning Tik Tok for soldiers because they keep posting embarrassing videos.

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Democratic Socialism on Very Little Sleep feat. Anthony Clark Jan 02, 2020

This week, Francis interviews Air Force veteran and Democratic Congressional candidate Anthony Clark, who’s running as a democratic socialist in Illinois’ 7th district. Anthony is a public school teacher, was born and raised in the Chicago area, and spent 6 years in the Air Force. He’s a survivor of gun violence and an advocate for reparations, and his politics are very much in line with ours — so, we figured you’d want to hear from him.

You can check out his campaign site here: https://www.voteanthonyclark.com/

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Rep. Matt Shea: ‘Women Must Respect My Hypothetical Sword’ Dec 26, 2019

Look, we’re the first to admit that local government is weird. But apparently we didn’t know just how weird: in Washington State, a Republican state rep is in hot water yet again for espousing what you might describe as Christian Dominionist Terrorism Incitement. Yes, it’s our friend Matt Shea again, and this time he’s in trouble for… being a member of a white separatist organization? (Source: https://www.seattletimes.com/seattle-news/politics/as-washington-rep-matt-shea-refuses-to-resign-ammon-bundy-challenges-house-report/)

We also discuss recent reports that Fort Wainwright, Alaska might have a military suicide rate that’s *10 times the Army average*. In fact, it’s gotten so bad that the Army is doing a special study. We brainstormed some solutions, and Francis has the best one: close the base (Source: https://www.armytimes.com/news/your-army/2019/12/20/suicides-in-alaskas-interior-spark-changes-for-remote-army-post/)

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*UNLOCKED* The Complexity of War feat. Drew Pham Dec 19, 2019

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This week, Nate speaks with Army veteran and writer Drew Pham (@Drewspeak). Drew is a prolific essay writer in venues like the War Horse and the Wrath Bearing Tree (where they're an editor), and a mainstay of the veteran writer community in New York City.

In this interview, Drew talks about their family's history in Vietnam and their relationship to the war, Trump's targeting of Vietnamese asylees and refugees, why they love Tim O'Brien's work but couldn't see themselves in any characters, MDMA-assisted psychotherapy and its promise for people with PTSD, and quite a bit more.

Here's Drew's essay "How to Lose a War" which appeared on the War Horse: https://www.thewarhorse.org/our-stories/how-to-lose-a-war/

If you want to read Drew's work on the Wrath-Bearing Tree, you can access it here: https://www.wrath-bearingtree.com/author/drew-pham/

Duncan Hunter and Russia Both Love the Troops Dec 12, 2019

It’s soon to be the end of an era: Duncan Hunter is leaving Congress after getting caught for too much vaping and gaming. We’ll miss the idea of him, even if we actually hate Republicans and people who brag about what sounded like war crimes. Anyway, please read this piece in the New Republic by friend of the show Matt Farwell: https://newrepublic.com/article/155899/duncan-hunter-something-right

We also discuss a Voice of America piece about how the troops now love Russia, mostly because Fox News and right-wing American commentary is pumping out pro-Russia stuff in defense of Trump. Don’t get us wrong, we’re not conspiracy theorists -- we just think it’s hilarious.

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Mil-Spec Prisons for Veterans: Not as Good as You Think Dec 05, 2019

We’ve done a news roundup and found some great stories for you, to include: a special prison just for veterans, an appeal to not pretend your dog is a service animal, and an update on the Navy SEALs’ attempts to find not-sketchy leaders among the ranks.

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The Deborah Sampson Act and Women Veterans’ Health feat. Andrea N. Goldstein Nov 28, 2019

This week, Nate and Francis discuss the continued war-crime saga of Eddie Gallagher, but this episode also features an interview between Francis and Andrea N. Goldstein (@AN_Goldstein) on the topic of the Deborah Sampson Act, which is currently in the U.S. Senate. The act would drastically increase available VA treatment for women veterans, and we wanted you to hear about it.

This week’s bonus features an interview with Jasper Craven, a writer who covers military and veterans issues and who recently wrote a piece for the Baffler about the military testing drugs on service members. Get it on Patreon here: https://www.patreon.com/posts/31825119

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Controversial Take: War Criminals Are Bad Nov 21, 2019

This episode is a bit of a psychic rollercoaster in that it begins with us losing our minds at the fact that Donald Trump pardoned a bunch of war criminals and our YouTube channel is full of boomers chortling like the sounds it plays when you lose on Angry Birds. We hate it. We also wind up doing an impression of Donald Trump declaring a Global War on Jody. So, it’s a lot.

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Battlefield Antifa Update Brief feat. Ken Klippenstein Nov 14, 2019

Our good friend Ken Klippenstein (@kenklippenstein), who is not actually a Krassenstein brother, has a recent story in the Intercept about how the military border mission that Trump ordered is keeping tabs on anarchists, protest groups, and what it describes as “anti-border-wall extremists.” All very normal stuff. You can read the article we cited here: https://theintercept.com/2019/11/11/border-protest-groups-surveillance/

*NOTE* If you’re in the military and want to pass Ken some details about dumb nonsense that’s happening, hit him up on Signal here: 202-510-1268

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Will Allowing Beards Solve Recruiting Woes? (No) Nov 07, 2019

If you’re a regular listener, you’re well aware of the fact that Nate and Francis love to dunk on proposed solutions to the military’s recruiting crisis. Well, the Army’s recruiting crisis, as it’s perpetually struggling to meet its goals. This week, we discuss a recent WSJ editorial that posits a relaxation of beard rules as a recruiting and retention tool. (Source: https://www.wsj.com/articles/the-military-shouldnt-shave-its-numbers-11572302977)

We also catch up on the general state of things, as Nate was recently back in America and managed to not say “cheers, mate” to any confused passers-by.

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It’s 2 am—Do You Know What Your Warriors Are? Oct 31, 2019

We all recognize military recruiting slogans like ‘Be All That You Can Be’ or ‘Fight A Dragon with a Sword,’ but the Army has decided that it wants yet another tagline. This time, it’s ‘What’s Your Warrior?’ which makes very little sense. We too ask ourselves this question on a regular basis. (Source: https://www.armytimes.com/news/your-army/2019/10/16/whats-your-warrior-army-launches-new-ads-with-less-combat-focus/)

One thing you might also not know: the military is spending $4 billion, yes, billion, on a single ad agency in Chicago for its long-term promotion contract. What else could we do with $4 billion, if not pay for all the things that your Facebook uncle says ‘bbut how will you pay for this’ about? (Source: https://www.armytimes.com/news/your-army/2019/06/11/armys-billion-dollar-ad-machine-is-moving-to-chicago-will-it-work/)

This week’s bonus features Francis and Brock Wilbur discussing a game that brings joy and delight to our lives: Katamari Damacy. It’s weird, it’s centered on rolling things up, it has a tremendous legacy—but is it fascist? Listen here on Patreon to find out: https://www.patreon.com/posts/31119172

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Rural Leftists, Assemble! feat. Tarence Ray Oct 24, 2019

This week, Francis and Nate discuss rural politics and Appalachian tech hubs with Tarence Ray (@tarenceray) of the Trillbilly Worker’s Party podcast (@thetrillbillies). Specifically, we’re discussing Tarence’s recent essay in The Baffler, which you can read here: https://thebaffler.com/salvos/hollowed-out-ray

This week’s bonus episode features Nate in conversation with Marine veteran and anti-war activist John Motter (@JohnMotter). They discuss how one goes from Marine infantryman to leftist, how to organize veterans, and why it’s crucial to show up for other causes when you want to build a movement. Get it on Patreon here: https://www.patreon.com/posts/30909624

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Vova and Lexus Present: Punk’d in Rojava feat. Milo Edwards Oct 17, 2019

This week’s episode features an impromptu guest spot with @trashfuturepod co-host and stand-up comedian @milo_edwards, who you should follow.

Donald Trump has decided that the US is going to pull out of Rojava, the autonomous enclave in northeastern Syria. Since we recorded this episode, the Turkish have invaded and the Kurdish have struck a pact with Assad’s government and the Russian military. We discuss this betrayal, how poorly-received it’s been, and how Republicans might condemn it but will still roll over for Trump as always (source: https://foreignpolicy.com/2019/10/10/congress-prepares-sanctions-syria-trump-kurds-turkey-erdogan-lindsay-graham-normandy/?fbclid=IwAR2oVxgzUi-L4pW4l-yPFpNuxqBUO-yxpJUT_P2qcyksccf4O8C2IOl6Bnw)

However, some Russian shock jocks have pranked U.S. Senator (and USAF Colonel) Lindsey Graham and have gotten him to say some moronic things about Turkey, because he’s just as wet and dumb as the President he loves. We also discuss this (source: https://www.politico.com/news/2019/10/10/lindsey-graham-trump-hoax-call-043991?fbclid=IwAR1kgDx84KJD51ilfSqFg4vXU5iRv-oyEUZjCHX4EOeO3-QQbd3F0U6iK74)

This week’s Patreon bonus features Francis and special guest Sativa Steve, a Marine Corps and Navy vet who now works in plant biology with a specific focus on cannabis genomics. You’ll get military nerd chat, weed nerd chat, and plant nerd chat -- get it on Patreon here: https://www.patreon.com/posts/30686092

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Civil War 2: Schlichter’s Delight Oct 10, 2019

Donald Trump recently tweeted that an impeachment proceeding would instigate a second Civil War. This has been a topic of discussion on the right for a long time now, but it hasn’t warranted much attention because it’s such an absurd proposition. However, this week we discuss it and a Daily Beast feature about where the military’s loyalties lie--and why: (source https://www.thedailybeast.com/if-trumps-rage-brings-civil-war-where-will-the-military-stand)

We also discuss Jacob Wohl’s recent caper and the fact that his extreme himbo Marine veteran’s sordid Elizabeth Warren tale fell apart instantly. Why? According to Nate, it’s because the O’Keefe-style grifter ecosystem has changed and become a bit trickier. (source: https://www.newsweek.com/ex-marine-who-claimed-sexual-involvement-elizabeth-warren-lied-about-military-service-corps-says-1463271)

This week’s Patreon bonus features yet another visit from Marine Todd, in which he reads a famously insane veteran outrage clickbait piece. We also have a discussion about how the veteran outrage business cycle works, plus a special visit from emotionally-evolved PhD student Marine Theodore. Get it on Patreon here: https://www.patreon.com/posts/30499584

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Reflections on the Bad Camouflage Era Oct 02, 2019

This week, we discuss big news that’s specific to the Army: the weird, broken-TV looking camouflage pattern has now been formally phased out. It’s the only uniform that Nate wore on active duty, it’s a legacy of terrible defense appropriations and the waste of our militarized budget, and it’s a reminder that just because something is ‘military grade’ doesn’t mean it doesn’t suck.

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Hunter Biden’s Cocaine Navy Sep 26, 2019

Where to even begin? Well, for starters, the Storm Area 51 thing happened and — while it was definitely dumb — it wasn’t a catastrophe. However, for some reason a defense audio/video portal tweeted a threat that seemed to imply that they’d use a B1 bomber to murder ‘#millennials’. Which is weird!

So, Francis and Nate discuss the Naruto runners, the fixation on using Millennial as a code word for lazy, and much more.

However, the crucial news this week stems from Donald Trump’s corruption high-score challenge, in which he apparently asked the Ukrainan President for help in nailing U.S. Navy vet and cocaine aficionado Hunter Biden. Why did Trump do this? Why is Hunter Biden on a board of a power company in Ukraine? Why is everything so dumb?

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Houthi Drone Operators: Gamer Legends Sep 19, 2019

We stan a team of Houthi gamers who were able to knock out half of Saudi Arabia’s oil supply with some drones. And probably not even military-style UAVs -- chances are good these were like hobby store drones with mini bombs attached. Amazing. Amazing! And now of course the President plans on starting a war with Iran and also reassuring us that there’s ‘PLENTY OF OIL!” (source: https://www.military.com/daily-news/2019/09/16/trump-says-us-locked-and-loaded-response-drone-attack.html)

We also discuss a recent Military.com piece that describes the difficulties the military faces in combating its white nationalism problem. The burden of proof is high, and there appears to be zero desire to treat it as equivalent to other forms of domestic terror -- wonder why? (source: https://www.military.com/daily-news/2019/09/14/congress-wants-military-report-extremism-ranks-heres-why-will-be-tough.html)

Did you hear the one about the Twitch streamer who said mean things about Rep. Dan Crenshaw? Well, it turns out that the story's a bit more complicated than that, and we decided to get to the bottom of it by bringing TYT host and general internet superstar Hasan Piker (@hasanthehun) on to the show. You can access the full episode on Patreon here: https://www.patreon.com/posts/29963598

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Land Boss, Sea Boss, Cake Boss Sep 12, 2019

Some recent developments in the US military that you should know about: first, the President has decided to defund military spending in order to build his stupid racism wall. While on one hand we would call defunding the military a good thing, we would reject that given the fact the money (which was earmarked for things like building maintenance and fire safety) is going towards a stupid project that sucks.

We also talk about a surprise revelation that some (relatively low-ranking) members of the Navy SEALs have been disciplined for their unit’s misbehavior. That said, our argument stands that the SEALs need to be disbanded because they’re out of control. And honestly, why stop there? This episode includes Francis’ argument that the Marines should go away, too.

This week’s bonus features an inaugural feature where Francis explains some how-tos on things that are useful to know. You’ve heard about active shooter training (and if you’re a parent, the hellworld of America is making your kids go through it), but did you ever wonder how the military goes about it? Well, here’s your MILSPEC active-shooter training as briefed by SSG Horton, your training NCO. Get it on Patreon here: https://www.patreon.com/posts/29832909

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Rent Control: Full Venezuela feat. Nick Babakitis Sep 05, 2019

The rent is too damn high, but especially nowadays given that hedge funds and private equity are working to squeeze as much lifeblood out of renters as possible. However, god forbid you enact rent control — then you might become like Venezuela!

This week, Francis and Nate speak with Nick Babakitis (@sternburgpapi) of the Corner Späti podcast (@cornerspaeti), a Berlin-based leftist program. Berlin recently passed a mild rent control law, which has already gotten denounced as Venezuela. The conversation also covers New York’s rent stabilization laws (you’d better believe that’s a Venezuela) and the military’s housing allowances — which are somehow not socialism?

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Antifa Juicero Chronicles feat. Rhett J. Evans Aug 29, 2019

Francis is out this week, and this episode features Nate in discussion with Rhett J. Evans (@RhettJEvans), the author of a work of speculative fiction entitled “The Echo Chamber.” It’s a book about social media, corporate malfeasance, a dystopian future, and the possibility of a high-tech smoothie gadget playing a huge role in global affairs.

They also discuss Rhett’s political conversion from right to left, the unaccountability of social media companies, and the way online distorts people’s relationships.

You can buy “The Echo Chamber” on Books a Million here (or on Amazon if you want): https://www.booksamillion.com/p/Echo-Chamber/Rhett-J-Evans/9781682618615?id=7670120814234

This week’s bonus features Brock Wilbur and Francis discussing the 2012 video game Spec Ops: The Line, a game where you give yourself PTSD and then freak out and kill your fellow troops. A bit on the nose, maybe, but it’s a great conversation. Get it on Patreon here: https://www.patreon.com/posts/29367028

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‘Proud Boys’ Sounds Like a Book about Toilet Training Aug 22, 2019

This podcast supports antifa -- end of discussion. “A bloo bloo bloo,” you might say in response, “My norm’s and notion’s of respectability!” We don’t care. People who put their bodies and livelihoods on the line to face down fascism are heroes and deserve our support. Francis and Nate discuss the recent protests in Portland, the truth to the refrain that cops and fascists work together, and a little digression about internet atheism’s total interchangeability with xenophobia.

This is the link to the story about the New Hampshire MIA/POW display that features religious imagery: https://www.military.com/daily-news/2019/08/18/new-hampshire-veterans-group-seeks-intervene-pow-bible-display-lawsuit.html?fbclid=IwAR3venPBMsTSiFaucJ1ccqknuzHaB2ZOOB-LR13L5utwN5_V0kXGPU4jUHY

A Portland antifa member got arrested by the famously not fascist-adjacent Portland PD. Here’s a link his legal defense GoFundMe: https://www.gofundme.com/f/jve5am.

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This week’s bonus features a discussion between Francis and Joe Kassabian of the Lions Led by Donkeys podcast on the topic of being a Soviet conscript, the Soviet war in Afghanistan, and Svetlana Alexeivich’s book BOYS IN ZINC: https://www.patreon.com/posts/29262977

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Liz Cheney Hates Peace (It’s Genetic) Aug 15, 2019

Word on the street is that the US and the Taliban may have come to a peace agreement. Which is why Republican politicians in America hate it. Why? Well, for one, because they’re horny for war (and war expenditures), but also because they’re really, really dumb.

Here’s a Defense News story that gives you the full smorgasbord of terrible quotes: https://www.defensenews.com/congress/2019/08/12/liz-cheney-republicans-voice-skepticism-on-possible-us-taliban-peace-deal/?fbclid=IwAR1p5YRIwb566foKFSXhURrdB5ZsaWBtnxpAOiIz2Q2-n3yxJlwlPdN0VJU

As a palate cleanser, we also discuss a story about how a soldier in Germany got drunk and tried to use land-navigation skills to get back to base, except he wound up on the tracks of Germany’s high-speed passenger train (don’t worry! Nothing bad happened): https://www.armytimes.com/off-duty/military-culture/2019/08/08/ridin-the-rails-drunk-soldier-arrested-after-using-train-tracks-to-find-his-way-back-to-base/?fbclid=IwAR38FrizJm6HRQjh8pWTWvkBO-K48NBqsd2U06iZ2ZywFWm9kiNRZyqy12I

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When Your Defiant Teens Defy You by Enlisting Aug 08, 2019

NOTE: When we recorded this episode, news reports hadn't yet disclosed that the Dayton shooter's murdered sibling was a trans man. We wanted to update the show notes to reflect that disclosure.

It’s hard to write pithy show notes when a horrible weekend has just rained more indiscriminate death and destruction on America. Nate and Francis discovered this week that the Dayton, Ohio shooter followed them both on Twitter, which is not good. In this episode, they discuss whether or not online leftist shitposters should be introspective in this moment.

We also got a great question from a listener about how to navigate the fact that troops don’t like leftists and leftists don’t like troops. But then again, what about young leftists or left-adjacent people who join because the military is the closest thing to a real welfare state in America? We spend a lot of time breaking down our views on this, too.

This week’s bonus features labor lawyer and Coast Guard vet Carey Shockey (@shocks) on the topic of classic lawyer movie MY COUSIN VINNY. Get it on Patreon here: https://www.patreon.com/posts/28932628

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Climate Change Presents: Heat Cat 40,000 Aug 01, 2019

Well, it was bound to happen at some point. The US military has bases primarily in the South, and primarily in parts of the world in which climate change poses a huge risk. So, what is the US military doing about it? If you guessed ‘killing more soldiers in training via heatstroke,’ you’re right on the money.

Thanks to a fan of the show, we had a chance to read this in-depth piece from Inside Climate News on the topic of heat deaths, the military’s obligation to both assess risks and (politically speaking) not seem as though they’re opposing Trump’s climate denial, and much more: https://insideclimatenews.org/news/23072019/military-heat-death-illness-climate-change-risk-security-global-warming-benning-bragg-chaffee?fbclid=IwAR1CfQwRxg4sX4pc0gud7gZa28tTXEZXySplP9sewnaZVblCluJVT7T4Gdw

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A Comprehensive Guide to Pulling Rank Jul 25, 2019

The military is an authoritarian hellworld, sure, but there are ways to navigate it. In this week’s episode, Nate and Francis discuss a recent op-ed arguing on behalf of the junior enlisted community -- basically, arguing that perhaps the military (in this case, the Marine Corps) should treat privates as more than window lickers. You can read that article here: https://foreignpolicy.com/2017/02/23/our-untapped-resource-junior-enlisted/?fbclid=IwAR0P6T6SNesBFz4NOLmJJR8RQFocZypprOQEsNELGMo-ayom48ut7SbURuk

Over the course of the episode, however, Nate and Francis also discuss the pros and cons of pulling rank -- and some stories of pulling rank gone wrong. Why do people think it’s a good idea? Why do top-down organizations generate weird fixations on rank? This might be a bit of a weird one, but we hope you enjoy it.

This week's bonus features an ‘Is This Fascist?’ discussion between Francis and Brock Wilbur on the topic of the 2005 PS2 game ‘Shadow of the Colossus.’ We only review games from 1994-2005 because, as you’ve guessed, we’re old. Get it on Patreon here: https://www.patreon.com/posts/28558003

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Recruiting 16-Year-Olds: Patriotic Child Grooming Jul 18, 2019

Yes, we’ve read the terrible article. A genius decided that it would be a wise idea to propose allowing 16-year-olds to enlist in the military (as a means of solving our current recruiting issues). We think this would be a bad idea -- read the original piece here: https://www.militarytimes.com/opinion/commentary/2019/07/10/why-we-should-lower-the-age-for-recruitment-to-16/?fbclid=IwAR2JcuTfe7Na6hsgoLhnQewUeen-GkgS5U2P7_3KBj515QYOMpQGDk6yZf8

We also discuss whether or not the ‘Storm Area 51’ event is anything worth taking seriously. What is a naruto run? Where in fact are them aliens? We’ll find out: https://thehill.com/blogs/blog-briefing-room/news/452949-feds-warns-ufo-enthusiasts-to-think-twice-about-storming-area?fbclid=IwAR0mxi6rvWcDvt0eqiHbYsTveq_cg8WzLm_omL5IpjRnb6Qs34heohDmoVY

This week's bonus features our ‘Is It Fascist?’ review of the 2016 Independence Day sequel. It’s not good! But there’s a lot more to discuss, and you can hear that whole thing here: https://www.patreon.com/posts/28335268

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TTPs for Making Your Soldiers Eat Their Vegetables Jul 11, 2019

It’s a season of good ideas, and by good ideas we mean people wanting to change things in the Army because they heard that keto was good for you or that you need to do deadlifts to have Warrior Strength. In this week’s episode, Nate and Francis discuss a few hot topics in the military: a proposal to recruit combat arms soldiers to the tune of $250k bonuses; a (pie-in-the-sky) proposal to enforce dietary ketosis for soldiers; and a discussion of how informal memorials crop up as a result of endless war.

Here’s the link to the Finance Bonuses for Warriors article: https://www.military.com/daily-news/2019/07/06/no-grunts-under-26-250k-bonuses-dods-most-radical-ideas-transform-infantry.html?fbclid=IwAR02swUbx4EioPsykEF9dbWzQw4_qgUnLtbI3qy7hwWJHniXnZydr16GVHM

Here’s the link to the no-more-pizza article: https://www.militarytimes.com/news/your-military/2019/07/01/defense-department-to-ban-beer-and-pizza-mandatory-keto-diet-may-enhance-military-performance/?fbclid=IwAR3i4kHE_492CrPu00qfGfEnjItZbnhyVDP1DNlyjiu3EcsEVGSrbrmA4X0

Here’s the link to the piece about informal memorials at Camp Pendleton: https://www.marinecorpstimes.com/news/your-marine-corps/2019/07/05/what-makes-a-war-memorial-marines-upset-over-removal-of-beer-cans-around-camp-pendletons-horno-crosses/?fbclid=IwAR3wAauuk0fSM2S-IrxBY55JAWLhbl_T_DIrYxt5_N7ESwD2kwGWgiqO4VE

This week's bonus features Francis reviewing episode 6 of the HBO series 'Generation Kill.' Get it on Patreon here: https://www.patreon.com/posts/28222914

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Bergdahlpalooza 10 Years Later feat. Jon Thurman Jul 04, 2019

10 years ago, an American soldier walked off an outpost in southeastern Afghanistan. It didn’t make the news in the US to a great degree, but 5 years after that, it precipitated a right-wing freakout and an entire season of the podcast Serial. In this episode, Nate speaks with Jon Thurman, a veteran of 1st Battalion, 501st Infantry, who was there on the search for Bergdahl. They of course know each other because Nate was there, too.

They cover their memories of the search itself, the media freak-out in 2014, moving on from the trauma of combat, and why a lot of people are really, really angry about it.

Jon isn’t on Twitter or FB, but you can follow him on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/jonthurman/

This week’s Patreon bonus features Francis discussing anarcho-communist agriculture with Navy veteran and sheep farmer Andrea Chandler (@neolithicsheep). You can get it on Patreon here: https://www.patreon.com/posts/28025962

You may have noticed that the first issue of our zine has debuted, and you can get it in print by signing up at the $10 monthly Patreon tier.

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Why Did Putin Tie My Shoes Together feat. Milo Edwards Jun 27, 2019

That dastardly Vladimir Putin, the bane of our existence, is constantly deploying active measures to make Eric Garland tweet too much. Or is he? As Trashfuture cohost and longtime resident of Russia, Milo Edwards (@milo_edwards), has experienced, sometimes Russia is too insane for even Putin himself. In this episode, Milo and Nate discuss everything from terrible Russian supermarkets to the slightly risky concept of Georgia joining NATO. Hope you enjoy!

This week’s Patreon bonus features Nate and Francis reviewing the 1990 live-action Gundam movie “Robot Jox.” It’s not good, but it sure is something. Get the review here: https://www.patreon.com/posts/27802998

You may have noticed that the first issue of our zine has debuted, and you can get it in print by signing up at the $10 monthly Patreon tier.

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Expert Field Kitchen Badge Jun 20, 2019

We’ve all seen chest candy. Whether it’s a private rocking an airborne badge or some terrifying spec-ops E-8 with every spaceship-commander skill badge in existence, at some point we’ve all encountered the Army (and it’s basically just the Army) penchant for giving people skill badges for just about everything.

Well, there’s chest candy to come: apparently we’ll soon get to experience the Expert Soldier Badge, which you get for Doing Soldier Skills Well. But, what is this badge? And why is the Army like this? https://www.armytimes.com/news/your-army/2019/06/14/mo-badges-mo-problems-expert-soldier-badge-officially-announced/?fbclid=IwAR0JArb7p_p_Rka7tOW5WUNIiyXdem1wpv0Risujjq_RZTbDsmpZ-wkqHKI

Additionally, we’ve also received word that US Forces Korea has decided to rescind the infamous 1 am - 5 am curfew! How long will that last? The magic green bottle of soju says… not long….

https://www.stripes.com/news/it-s-official-us-military-lifts-curfew-for-90-days-in-test-for-troops-in-s-korea-1.586279?fbclid=IwAR35C-fqsKIT4XroLF5S0oKA8QhD3M0q-8VXaPBvVSDAPGhg7p0L--gXYgA

This week’s bonus episode is the second in a series, in which Cynthia and Francis discuss the time-travel novel LONG DIVISION by Kiese Laymon. Get it on Patreon here: https://www.patreon.com/posts/27691340

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You Will Address Me as Sir or Ensign Priebus Jun 13, 2019

Okay, seriously, what the hell--apparently Reince Priebus (former Trump Chief of Staff) has joined the Navy as an O-1… at age 47. We’re confused, but hey, there’s time enough to give him a red belly. Read that story here: https://www.washingtonpost.com/politics/former-trump-chief-of-staff-reince-priebus-joins-the-navy/2019/06/10/20174f2a-8bbf-11e9-8f69-a2795fca3343_story.html?utm_term=.0d8e5712f012

We also discuss the story of the Naval War College’s Commandant, a Navy Rear Admiral with a penchant for day-drinking margaritas. Is this fraud, waste, and abuse? Or is it just this guy being a badass? You decide: https://www.navytimes.com/news/your-navy/2019/06/07/a-navy-admiral-under-investigation-for-free-hugs-twister-games-and-a-margarita-machine-in-his-office/

Did you know that, on average, troops’ hearts are in worse shape than those of civilians? Must be all those 36-oz Monsters: https://newsroom.heart.org/news/u-s-soldiers-have-worse-heart-health-than-civilians

Also, apparently Mitch McConnell wants to ban the sale of tobacco to troops under 21. Weird flex for a haunted turtle from Dimension X, but okay: https://www.militarytimes.com/news/pentagon-congress/2019/05/20/younger-troops-would-be-barred-from-buying-tobacco-products-under-new-plan/

This week’s Patreon bonus features Francis talking Star Trek with Riley Dosh (@Ms_Riley_Guprz). Why is Seven of Nine doctrinally transgender? Why are the Ferengi never going to get on board with socialism? Why do Klingons’ heads keep changing? Find out here: https://www.patreon.com/posts/27510911

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Vaping Your Way to War Crimes with Duncan Hunter Jun 06, 2019

This week, Nate and Francis discuss two recent news stories that are painfully dumb but also, surprisingly, relevant to the military. First, we examine the story of Trump’s lackeys trying to forcibly relocate the USS John S. McCain because of Trump’s strong dislike of the guy the boat was named after.

We also discuss Duncan Hunter’s recent conversation in which he admitted to shelling civilians in Fallujah during his tenure as a Marine artillery officer. This was supposed to be a defense of confirmed murderbot and Navy SEAL Eddie Gallagher, but it just instigated a collective jaw dropping. Score one for the vaper king himself!

Here’s a CNN roundup about the USS McCain thing: https://edition.cnn.com/2019/05/31/politics/navy-uss-mccain/index.html

And here’s a Splinter article about U.S. Rep. Duncan “Gaming” Hunter: https://splinternews.com/rep-duncan-hunter-admits-he-probably-killed-hundreds-o-1835190228

This week’s Patreon bonus features Nate and Francis reviewing the 1985 action film RAMBO: FIRST BLOOD PART II and asking the important question: is it fascist? Get it here: https://www.patreon.com/posts/27334434

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Joining ISIS in the Multiverse feat. Hussein Kesvani May 29, 2019

This week, Nate is in-studio with Hussein Kesvani (@HKesvani), the author of the recently-published book “Follow Me, Akhi: The Online World of British Muslims.” Hussein is also a cohost of the Trashfuture podcast and a man who can enrage everyone’s Facebook uncles with a simple tweet. They discuss how Hussein met his Islamophobic troll in person, how he managed the pressures of growing up as an other in suburban Britain, and how they’ve both watched the same weird jihadi dancehall video from 2004.

You can buy Hussein’s book here: https://www.hurstpublishers.com/book/follow-me-akhi/

This week’s bonus features Francis and Brock Wilbur discussing the 2006 cult hit Psychonauts, why they love it, why it’s insane, and why it features a very emotionally intelligent army man. Get it on Patreon here: https://www.patreon.com/posts/27100093

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War Crimes Pardons: The Ultimate Troop Respecting May 23, 2019

Donald Trump, America’s big, wet President, recently pardoned a war criminal named Mike Behenna. Recently, he indicated that he wants to pardon even more war criminals -- all of them white dudes who murdered people in Iraq and Afghanistan. In this episode, Nate and Francis break down why this is pathetic and why your Once An Eagle ass cosplay about being The Leader Who Will Stop Bad Things means nothing when your chain of command actively encourages war crimes. It’s bad, folks!

This week’s bonus is a Q&A session in which we answer your questions. Get it on the Patreon here at the $3 tier: https://www.patreon.com/posts/26909813

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Training: No. Laser Tanks: Yes feat. Joe Kassabian May 16, 2019

Our friend Joe Kassabian (@jkass99), THE HOOLIGANS OF KANDAHAR and host of the Lions Led by Donkeys podcast, has a new book coming out called CITIZEN OF EARTH. You can buy it here, and you should: https://kyanitepublishing.com/product/citizen-of-earth/

In this episode, Joe and Francis discuss the new book, bad Army training, laser tanks, insane future weapons, and why the higher your rank the in the military, the less a grip on reality you have re: what soldiers can do. It’s a fun conversation because Joe is a good dude, and if you’ve got a few bucks to spare you can support Lions Led by Donkeys here: https://www.patreon.com/lionsledbydonkeys

This week’s bonus features Francis’ continued episode-by-episode review of the HBO series Generation Kill. It sure seems like things are getting messed up in Iraq c. 2003, almost as if it doesn’t bode well for the future. You can get that here: https://www.patreon.com/posts/26822079

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Demon Guitar Solo Trumpism feat. Riley Quinn May 09, 2019

Francis is out doing dad things, and Nate is covering down with a weird one out of left field. This week, Nate and special guest Riley Quinn (@raaleh) of Trashfuture Podcast discuss a looming horror in the distance: Donald Trump fans’ weird crossover with the Warhammer 40k universe. Riley explains what ‘grimdark’ is, why the fash seem to love slapping Trump’s head on the Emperor of All Mankind, and why gatekeeping fan subcultures can get weaponized very easily.

The article from The Mary Sue that Nate mentions is available here: https://www.themarysue.com/warhammer-40k-fandom-fascism/

This week’s bonus features Francis and Cynthia discussing the 1979 time-travel novel KINDRED by Octavia Butler. Did you know that changing history isn’t as easy as just smiting Baby Hitler? Does it seem outlandish to learn that time-travel while Black is something of a challenge? Hear about this and much more on the Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/posts/26567050

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Crying: A Winning Public Affairs Strategy feat. Fred Wellman and Amber Mathwig May 02, 2019

In this episode, Francis speaks with Army public affairs veteran Fred Wellman (@fpwellman) about a recent article by an Army PAO that basically blames the media for not being patriotic enough. As fellow flacks, they discuss why this is a garbage take and why everyone should demand more truth from the military.

Here is the dumb article that sucks: https://mwi.usma.edu/takes-two-tango-journalists-role-healthy-military-media-relationship/

In addition, we have an interview with all-round veteran badass Amber Mathwig (@tooterbelle) about her recent arrest at UNC, why the police are extremely comfortable with white supremacists on UNC’s campus, and why it’s good to demilitarize the veteran space.

If you want more info on what went down with her arrest, read it here: https://twitter.com/Tooterbelle/status/1121366212443877377

This week’s bonus features a discussion with Bryan Quinby (@MurderBryan) of Street Fight Radio (@streetfightwcrs) on the topic of the recent Ben Affleck military thriller TRIPLE FRONTIER, a movie about divorced dad energy. Get that on Patreon here: https://www.patreon.com/posts/26398953

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*Preview* Triple Frontier: Divorced Dad Energy feat. Bryan Quinby Apr 29, 2019

In a preview of this week's bonus episode, Francis speaks with Bryan Quinby (@murderbryan) of Street Fight Radio on the topic of the recent Netflix film 'Triple Frontier.' Why is it so long? Why is Ben Affleck basically playing himself? And why do a bunch of Delta Force guys apparently really suck at planning? They answer all these and many more of your questions.

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I Hate It When Fascists Police My Militarized Borders Somehow Apr 25, 2019

This week, we react to the recent happening at the US-Mexico border, in which a group of paramilitaries (among them ex-cops and veterans) held unarmed asylum seekers at gunpoint until the Border Patrol could arrest them. As Francis and Nate discuss, this sure sounds like some fascism.

We also talk about a Marine general’s fixation on yard care, which brings us to the larger point: why is the military so obsessed with demonstrations of obedience as opposed to anything approaching actual discipline? Why do we actually care if a 19-year-old has shaved his ridiculously paltry beard? Why do any of us get worked up about this?

This week’s bonus features an interview between Francis and Carey Shockey (@shocks), a labor lawyer and Coast Guard veteran. He’s the first Coastie we’ve managed to get on the show, and we’re happy to learn about the most secretive of all branches: https://www.patreon.com/posts/26266503

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Imperial Aftershocks feat. Joe Glenton Apr 18, 2019

We figured it was time to dig in a little deeper on British military stories. This week, Nate speaks with British Army veteran and journalist Joe Glenton (@joejglenton) about his recent piece in the Independent, on the topic of paratroopers shooting at a picture of Labour party leader Jeremy Corbyn. The conversation also touches on reactionary sentiments in the British Army, the UK’s history of veteran activism, and the strange ways in which people convince themselves to forget the truth about empire.

Read Joe’s recent piece here: https://www.independent.co.uk/voices/corbyn-shooting-video-soldiers-target-practice-snapchat-army-a8853086.html

Also, Joe’s memoir Soldier Box is available from Verso Books here, and it's good as hell: https://www.versobooks.com/books/1428-soldier-box

This week’s bonus features Nate and Cynthia discussing the 1995 Hughes Brothers movie Dead Presidents, in which they ask the important question: is it fascist? Get it on Patreon here: https://www.patreon.com/posts/26117226

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We Can’t Afford It (Unless It’s Racism) Apr 11, 2019

It’s been something of a banner week for dumb military and veteran news. For starters, a scandal emerged in Nate’s adopted home of Britain after a video showed British Army paratroopers happily shooting a portrait of Labour party leader Jeremy Corbyn. https://www.theguardian.com/uk-news/video/2019/apr/06/british-army-chief-addresses-claims-of-unacceptable-conduct-by-soldiers-video

We also discuss a news story in which Marine Corps general officers complain to the press that Trump’s raiding of military discretionary spending (in order to build his wall) is hampering their ability to recover from climate-change-worsened natural disasters that have recently struck. https://www.newsweek.com/marine-generals-email-leak-trump-congress-budget-1386469

This week’s bonus features part 4 of Francis reviewing the HBO series “Generation Kill.” You can access it at the $3 tier on Patreon here: https://www.patreon.com/posts/francis-reviews-25961884

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Just Say No (to Mayor Pete and Joe Biden) Apr 04, 2019

Rumor has it that leftist politics podcasts only exist to rip on Democrats. Well, that’s only half-true: we rip on right-wing politicians all day long, but we know that they’re fascists and plutocrats. Democrats, on the other hand, are supposed to be on our side -- hence our desire to actually elect people who represent our desires. And in that vein, we’re discussing Pete Buttigieg and Joe Biden. Guess what? They’re bad.

We’re greatly indebted to friend of the show Nathan J. Robinson, whose article for Current Affairs forms the basis of our criticism of Mayor Pete: https://www.currentaffairs.org/2019/03/all-about-pete

This week’s bonus features a discussion between friend of the show Brock Wilbur and Francis, on the topic of Sierra's "Police Quest" series, a game in which you'll always die if you don't do it by the book. They discuss its inherent reactionary sentiment, the way it changed to suit gaming modes of the day, and the looming shadow of Daryl F. Gates—the father of the militarized LAPD and a consultant for the Police Quest games. Get it on the Patreon here: https://www.patreon.com/posts/25741937

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Pacifism Does Not Mean Constantly Getting Owned feat. Nathan J. Robinson Mar 28, 2019

This week, we speak with Current Affairs (@curaffairs) Editor-in-Chief Nathan J. Robinson (@NathanJRobinson) about pacifism: why it’s so maligned in popular discourse, and why a horror of war and violence is a necessary thing in our violence-saturated era.

Nathan recently published a piece on the topic of pacifism and the memoirs of Vera Brittain, which you can read here: https://www.currentaffairs.org/2019/03/the-importance-of-pacifism

You can access Vera Brittain’s ‘Testament of Youth’ in PDF form here: https://ia601600.us.archive.org/7/items/in.ernet.dli.2015.34310/2015.34310.Testament-Of-Youth-An-Autobiographical-Study-Of-The-Years-1900-1925.pdf

This week’s bonus is a Q&A session. You can learn what Nate and Francis think is the best invention ever, whether or not the NFL is going to employ veterans as anti-kneeling goons, and what Francis is currently growing in his garden. Access it on Patreon here at the $3 monthly tier: https://www.patreon.com/posts/march-q-session-25623888

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Teen Antifa Fan Club Mar 21, 2019

In the aftermath of the tragic and horrendous massacres in New Zealand, we witnessed what you might describe as performative innocence on the part of people who traffic in Islamophobia.

However, some young heroes were not having it — yes, we’re talking about Egg Boy and Leen Dweik, two beacons of hope in an otherwise garbage discourse. This week, Francis and Nate discuss why it’s good to confront public figures and terrible politicians, whether it’s speaking to them sternly (in Chelsea Clinton’s case) or decorating them with an egg (in Australian white nationalist senator Fraser Anning’s case).

This episode also includes an interview between Nate and Miles Lagoze, the director of the Combat Obscura documentary. Miles explains why he decided to make a feature film out of combat camera footage, why the Marine Corps tried to censor the film, and why his opinions on the war have changed as he’s educated himself.

That interview starts at 36:29, and you can stream Combat Obscura here: https://www.amazon.com/Combat-Obscura-Miles-Lagoze/dp/B07N8P93XP/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=combat+obscura&qid=1553089824&s=gateway&sr=8-1

The film’s website is here.

For this week’s bonus, Nate and Francis discuss the 1985 Arnold Schwarzenegger classic COMMANDO, and ask the important question: is it fascist? You can access it and all our other movie reviews at the $3 tier on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/posts/is-it-fascist-25453494

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Solving Problems by Adding More Lieutenants: The Army Way Mar 14, 2019

This week, Francis and Nate discuss two new military-related stories that will likely bring comically unintended consequences.

First, the Army intends to assign lieutenants to basic training units as platoon leaders. Which lieutenants? Well, all of them: pre-basic-course, post-basic-course, and post-platoon-leader, all of which sounds like a good (read: bad) idea. That story is available here: https://www.armytimes.com/news/your-army/2019/03/08/lieutenants-appearing-soon-at-an-army-basic-training-platoon-near-you/?fbclid=IwAR3oEt4jmjIkssuwfVYsfB9BXDJ7GiS2pbNVgWRvQoH3v1_Q6Wzvz7hewzA

Next, a discussion on President Trump’s plan to tax our allies by making them pay more to host US military bases, a decision that most certainly will not cause more bases to close. Anti-imperialist Trump strikes again, by accident, because he’s a big, wet idiot. That story is available here: https://edition.cnn.com/2019/03/09/politics/trump-admin-us-bases-more-money/index.html?fbclid=IwAR00jtezVoWr6nz51h5WtcTBbro33MdaP-VA-kkn4s28NMM-MsQGHExmAxg

For this week’s bonus, Francis and Cynthia discuss the Lion King, live-action remakes of Disney movies, and much more — to include a surprise defense of Scar. Get it on Patreon here: https://www.patreon.com/posts/scar-was-right-25302399

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The Army Has Found a Way to Make Landlords Suck Even Worse Mar 07, 2019

This week, Francis speaks with Army veteran and sociology student @Falsemotive about what it’s like on the Army post where he lives as a military dependent. The Army offers free housing to military families, but what you may not know is that on many posts that housing is privatized. The government paid contractors to build it, pays contractors to ostensibly maintain it, and allows those private companies to siphon off the profits. And guess what: they do a terrible job of it.

Also, this episode turns into some damn Army story time, a thing you have all come to know and love with us.

For this week’s bonus, Francis continues his review of “Generation Kill,” and like all movie reviews on the Patreon, you can get it for $3 a month: https://www.patreon.com/posts/francis-reviews-25126638

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Bad News: the Coast Guard is Now Fash Too Feb 28, 2019

How did a white supremacist spend 30 years in the US military? Well, he enlisted, and then he reenlisted. This week, Nate and Francis discuss a recent story that appeared in Vice on the topic of a Coast Guard lieutenant with a kill list. Additionally, they discuss how some ex Navy SEALs wound up arrested in Haiti with a lot of firepower — like normal people do.

Read the Vice article here: https://news.vice.com/en_us/article/vbwyjd/how-an-allegedly-violent-white-nationalist-spent-decades-in-the-us-military-undetected

Get Extended show notes on the website - https://www.hellofawaytodie.com/single-post/2019/02/27/Bad-News-the-Coast-Guard-is-Now-Fash-Too

This week, Francis offers a video (or audio, if if you prefer) analysis on the phenomenon of stolen valor. Access it here: https://www.patreon.com/posts/stolen-valor-24954478

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An Interview with Joe Haldeman, author of ‘The Forever War’ Feb 21, 2019

This week, Francis did some damn journalism. He interviewed Joe Haldeman, author of the 1974 sci-fi masterpiece ‘The Forever War,’ about his Army service and how it informed his writing (and about blowing things up with C4). We really hope you enjoy this.

Additionally, we’ve got an update on some of 2019’s newest war crimes stories, in which gamer and vaper Duncan Hunter weighs in on whether it should be okay to murder people or not.

This week’s bonus continues our ‘Is It Fascist?’ review series, with a special war film that you likely know and hate: Kathryn Bigelow’s 2008 Iraq War thriller ‘The Hurt Locker.’ Nate’s wife Cynthia joins us to provide some film-critic civilian perspective. Get it here for $3 a month on the Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/posts/is-it-fascist-24785664

We have a YouTube channel now -- subscribe here and get sweet videos from us in which we yell in our cars like true veterans: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCwlHZpNTz-h6aTeQiJrEDKw

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Myspace and the Military feat. Matt Gallagher Feb 14, 2019

This week, Nate speaks with Army veteran and author Matt Gallagher (@MattGallagher0 ) about being a veteran writer in the age of online, about his recent NYT op-ed discussing Trump’s trip to Iraq, about how he got his start as an Army blogger writing from Iraq, and how Claire Vaye Watkins’ Battleborn changed his perception of his hometown.

Matt's recent NYT op-ed is available here: https://www.nytimes.com/2018/12/28/opinion/sunday/trump-military-troops-iraq.html

You can buy Matt’s memoir Kaboom here:https://www.amazon.com/Kaboom-Matt-Gallagher/dp/0306819678/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1550086313&sr=8-1&keywords=matt+gallagher …

...as well as his novel Youngblood here: https://www.amazon.com/Youngblood-Novel-Matt-Gallagher/dp/1501105752/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1550086313&sr=8-3&keywords=matt+gallagher

This week’s bonus is part 2 of Francis’ review of Generation Kill. This one is open to all subscribers at the $3 tier and above. Get it here: https://www.patreon.com/posts/francis-reviews-24628448

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War Criminal Chat: the Clint Lorance Story feat. Michael McGuinness Feb 07, 2019

This week, we spoke with 82nd Airborne veteran Michael McGuinness (@beardedcynic473) about a story he knows particularly well: the saga of Clint Lorance, an Army officer convicted of murder in Afghanistan and sentenced to 18 years in prison. As you may know, every war criminal in military prison wants to get RT’ed into Trump’s timeline in hopes of getting a pardon. Michael served with Clint Lorance, witnessed his war crimes, and reported him. Then the real story began.

As a side note, let this story be one more piece of evidence in the case we’ve been trying to make: if Alan West is trying to convince you that someone was framed for murder in the Army, he’s always lying.

This week’s bonus is a Q&A session for $3 subscribers and above. Do you want to know what we think about smoking weed on your last day in the Army? Find out here: https://www.patreon.com/posts/february-q-24440443

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Guaidon’t We Invade Another Country Jan 31, 2019

Recent stirrings in the defense establishment seem to indicate that Trump’s cadre of goons want to invade Venezuela, or at least destabilize the region in hopes that Colombia and Brazil will invade. To that end, he’s deployed a walrus and his death squad gang to rustle up some trouble. In this episode, Nate and Francis discuss why you should absolutely oppose U.S. intervention in Venezuela even if you don’t know a thing about Venezuela (it’s okay -- neither does anyone in Trump’s cabinet!)

Also covered: a story from the Intercept’s Danny Dayan about the CFBP’s “Mulvaney Discount,” in which a guy defrauded veterans for 8 years and got fined exactly $1 for this crime. https://theintercept.com/2019/01/26/cfpb-mulvaney-discount/

This week’s bonus episode features an interview with Nate and Sam Knight, on the topic of DC’s recent ballot initiative getting overturned by its extremely Democrat City Council. You can access that interview here: https://www.patreon.com/posts/where-are-true-24286110

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Francis Presents: Trigger Warning, the Book Jan 24, 2019

This Week, Francis drills a hole in his head with the book Trigger Warning by William and J. A. Johnstone. Trigger Warning is the book that happens when you melt multiple boomer Facebook meme pages together and pour it into a mold of an old white man calling the cops because some teens are listening to hip hop music too loud at seven in the evening. It is highly recommended you skip reading the book and instead just go through this thread from Francis - https://twitter.com/ArmyStrang/status/1082346813485649920

Then, Francis keeps his media consumption up by reviewing the first episode of Generation Kill from HBO. All the rest of the episodes will be reviewed once a month and available for $1 on the Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/Hellofawaytodie

Purity Politics? In My Leftist Podcast? Jan 17, 2019

We rung in the new year and immediately launched into the Democratic presidential primary, in which all sorts of bad AI-generated takes on “affordable access” proliferate. In this week’s episode, Nate and Francis discuss whether or not you’re being a purity pony (or worse, a Bernard Brother) when you criticize any of the ostensible Democratic candidates.

A number of news articles get discussed this week as well. Here they are for your own inspection. First, a piece from In These Times about women being the CEOs and directors of the military-industrial complex: http://inthesetimes.com/article/21682/women-military-industrial-complex-gina-haspel-trump-feminism-lockheed-marti?fbclid=IwAR1Wfvt5CXbvrwQhJjhhRq0tqo-PG7rFaKpoiueZD5U_uhyPy7auAc7BUgo

And a story from Military Times indicating that Trump’s DOD is, like his golf-club buddies at the VA, trying to stealth-cut any form of socialized medicine in America: https://www.military.com/daily-news/2019/01/10/more-17000-uniformed-medical-jobs-eyed-elimination.html

Nate also mentions an essay by Dr. Tressie McMillan Cottom (@tressiemcphd) about the way the US medical system treats black people. Read it here: http://time.com/5494404/tressie-mcmillan-cottom-thick-pregnancy-competent/

This week’s bonus episode is a one-on-one interview between Nate and veteran author Drew Pham. In this interview, Drew talks about his family's history in Vietnam and their relationship to the war, Trump's targeting of Vietnamese asylees and refugees, why he loves Tim O'Brien's work but couldn't see himself in any characters, MDMA-assisted psychotherapy and its promise for people with PTSD, and quite a bit more. You can access it on the Patreon here: https://www.patreon.com/posts/complexity-of-23977372

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The Army: A Gap Year Where You Get Killed Jan 10, 2019

It will probably come as no surprise to you that the military is having hard time meeting its recruiting goals. In fact, for the first time since 2005 (a year when nothing bad happened), the Army failed to meet its fiscal year target. So, in response to this, Training and Doctrine Command have discussed a variety of new options: recruiting crossfitters (with special fitness assignments at Fort Knox), recruiting gamers (fielding an all-Army Fortnite team), and, unthinkably, recruiting the libs.

“You want to do a gap year?” said General Muth, whose name sounds like a planet from Star Wars. “Come do your gap year in the Army.”

Yes, folks, the military wants to attract Generation Z with some sweet floss dances and badass gaming when you’re not buffing the barracks floors: https://www.armytimes.com/news/your-army/2019/01/04/new-in-2019-the-army-is-pulling-out-all-the-stops-to-attract-generation-z/

And Fox News seems to think we haven’t had recruiting stations in big cities up until now (“We fucking shouldn’t!” your Facebook uncle who did 4 years in the Navy between 1979-1983 just said. “That’s a damn Bergdahl Army right there!”) https://www.foxnews.com/us/army-stepping-up-recruitment-in-22-left-leaning-cities

For this week’s bonus episode, Nate and Francis review the 1994 classic Pauly Shore film ‘In the Army Now’ and ask the most important question: is it fascist? Patreon subscribers at the $3 tier and above can access that episode here: https://www.patreon.com/posts/is-it-fascist-in-23825090

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Shocking News: Jim Mattis Wasn't Smedley Butler Jan 03, 2019

We were so busy ringing in the holidays with movie reviews that we didn’t have time to comment on Jim Mattis’ resignation, Trump’s extremely thought-out Syria zonk, the DC defense establishment backlash to these two developments, and so much more in defense-related news. So, this week Nate and Francis discuss whether or not liberals should induct Mattis into the hashtag resistance hall of fame just yet.

For this week’s bonus episode, Nate interviews veteran writer and journalist Jasper Lo about his experience transitioning back into civilian life from the military, when transitioning also includes returning to the extremely conservative and not particularly pro-military Chinese-American community in New York. You can access the episode at the $5 Patreon tier here: https://www.patreon.com/posts/perfect-dim-sum-23660984

Also: Jasper is working on a story about the death of Danny Chen in 2011. If you were deployed with 3-21 Infantry or with 1st SBCT, 25th ID in 2011-12, he’d love to hear from you. Send us an email at sergeantjoker@hellofawaytodie.com to get in touch, or send us a DM on Twitter / Facebook.

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Is It Fascist? 'Jarhead' (2005) Dec 27, 2018

We heard that some of you were watching movies at Christmas, and so we watched a war movie (with some strong Christmas movie overtones) — Sam Mendes’ 2005 film Jarhead. Is it fascist? Well, it’s definitely muscly and macho. But, as Nate, Francis, and Joe Kassabian (@jkass99) of the Lions Led by Donkeys podcast determine, there’s a lot more going on beneath the surface. Sort of.

For our Patreon subscribers, this week’s bonus features Francis’ book review of Peter Van Buren’s ‘We Meant Well: How I Helped Lose the Battle for the Hearts and Minds of the Iraqi People.' Francis compares it to his own deployment experience and discusses the critical lack of follow-through that he observed on his own deployments. This is available to all Patreon subscribers at any tier: https://www.patreon.com/posts/book-review-we-23528252

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Don't Play Defense with Xenophobes feat. Ken Klippenstein Dec 20, 2018

It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas, which means Francis has disappeared on vacation and left Nate at the helm of the show. This week, he speaks with investigative journalist and fan of the podcast Ken Klippenstein (@kenklippenstein) about the recent happenings at the US-Mexico border: a child dying in US custody, overt white nationalist talking points spread through DHS social media, and a culture of demonization. Despite all this, Ken says there’s reason to be optimistic.

Ken also discusses his own connection to Central America, and how America’s involvement in El Salvador’s civil war forced his own mother to move north.

For our Patreon subscribers, this week’s bonus episode features Nate and Francis reviewing ‘The Adventures of Buckaroo Banzai Across the 8th Dimension’ as part of our Is It Fascist? movie review series. You can access that episode by subscribing here: https://www.patreon.com/posts/is-it-fascist-of-23369757

*Veterans t-shirt notice* We have a new shirt available on our store. Did you know that VA disability is UBI for warriors? Well, you do now: https://teespring.com/deeply-conflicted-tee_copy_1#pid=387&cid=101810&sid=front

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*PREVIEW* Is It Fascist? 'The Adventures of Buckaroo Banzai Across the 8th Dimension' (1984) Dec 17, 2018

In this special promo segment, you can hear a preview of this month's installment of Is It Fascist?, in which Nate and Francis review the 1984 cult classic 'The Adventures of Buckaroo Banzai Across the 8th Dimension'. They analyze its inscrutable plot, strangely fleshy special effects, standout cast, and general insane weirdness.

We asked for a Christmas movie to review and the fans asked for this one. It's not a Christmas movie at all, but we did it regardless.

Remember: if you've got a film you'd like us to review, please let us know in the comments / in the DMs / on Twitter.

You can hear the whole thing by signing up to the Patreon here: https://www.patreon.com/posts/is-it-fascist-of-23369757

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On the Command of 'Muddle Along...' Dec 13, 2018

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This week, Nate and Francis discuss the recent revelation that former ISAF commander General (Retired) Stanley McChrystal told Secretary of State Mike Pompeo, “My best suggestion is to keep a limited number of forces [in Afghanistan] and just kind of muddle along and see what we can do.” Whom among us has not muddled along for 17 years to no effect? Francis explains how it’s hard to feel anything but betrayal when it comes to senior military leadership.

This episode also features a segment in which Nate and Francis discuss Redwall books, why Dune sucks, why ‘Gravity’s Rainbow’ is just postdoctoral Redwall, and much more. Francis also references Nate’s recent piece in the Outline, which you can read here: https://theoutline.com/post/6726/troops-mexican-border-afghanistan-holidays?zd=1&zi=q3xn67fk

In a short interview segment, Francis speaks with sociology student and veteran (@Falsemotive) about his sociological research on post-9/11 veterans. If you served in the GWOT, he’d love to interview you for his project.

Also, this week’s bonus episode features Adrian interviewing Alex and Faye from the Socialist Rifle Association about what it means to be armed and on the left. You can access that episode here: https://www.patreon.com/posts/adrian-socialist-23265807

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Read My Lips: Pardon Caspar Weinberger Dec 05, 2018

We’re a highly organized military podcast, and as such it only made sense that we’d throw out our episode plans and instead react to breaking news. After hearing about the death of former U.S. President George H.W. Bush, we decided to discuss his legacy as the Iran-Contra pardoner and inaugurator of endless war in the Middle East. Francis notes that nothing could be more perfect than Trump — the apotheosis of the politics Bush enabled — being the head of the party.

We also deep-dive on the meaning of “helicopter rides” and why Erick Erickson should just flat out admit that he likes Hitler.

This week’s bonus for our Patreon subscribers is an interview with leftist Army and Marine Corps veteran Carlo Valle (@cvalle0625). He and Nate discuss Carlo’s experience growing up in Honduras, the 2009 coup in that country, and why he tries to keep the door open with his fellow veterans (even when they’re not exactly receptive to socialist politics). You can access that episode here: www.patreon.com/posts/23095842

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Bill Kristol Presents Regime Change Fantasia Nov 29, 2018

In this week’s episode of Hell of a Way, the gang examines recent commentary from Bill Kristol and Max Boot, famous pro-intervention conservatives whose newly-cemented places in the hearts of liberals comes solely due to their opposition to Trump. This past week, Kristol advocated for “regime change in China within 20 years,” and Max Boot still thinks the 2003 invasion of Iraq was a good idea. So, what gives?

This is Adrian’s final podcast with us — we thank him for nearly two years of being part of the team. This week’s bonus also comes from Adrian, which features the hosts of progressive veteran show “Speak Freely Podcast.” You can access that episode here: https://www.patreon.com/posts/conversation-of-22907139

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How to Get Murdered with a Trident Nov 22, 2018

In this week's episode of What a Hell of a Way to Die, Nate, Francis, and Adrian discuss the recent spate of Navy SEAL-related headlines for murder, murder-ish behavior, and much more. Specifically, they discuss a recent NYTimes piece about a SEAL on trial for killing a wounded child combatant in order to take a reenlistment photo. The discussion also covers an ongoing legal proceeding for some Navy SEALs who murdered a green beret in Mali after he threatened to disclose their financial crimes.

The NYTimes article is available here: https://www.nytimes.com/2018/11/15/us/navy-seal-edward-gallagher-isis.html

This episode also features a quick interview with Amber Mathwig about her new podcast Unauthorized Absence. Listen to her show here: https://soundcloud.com/uapodcast2001

For this week’s bonus preview, Nate speaks with product designer and ethical design instructor Matthew Borgatti about the presence of defense spending in the design world (and a DARPA plan to blow up all of outer space). If you want to hear the full interview, you can subscribe to the Patreon here: https://www.patreon.com/posts/plan-to-blow-up-22808517

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Where's Yer Bloody Poppy?! (Special 2-Year Anniversary Episode) Nov 15, 2018

In this week's episode of What a Hell of a Way to Die, Nate, Francis, and Adrian have come to the realization that we’ve been doing this show for two years now. So, in honor of this milestone, and in honor of the fact that we recorded this on Veterans’ Day weekend, we discuss how we came to our current politics. Before that, however, we have a long discussion about the difference between Armistice Day, Remembrance Sunday, and what the US now calls Veterans Day. Nate also gives his best attempt to explain the British phenomenon of poppy-mania.

After two years’ worth of hard work, our long-suffering producer Karl Morand is moving onto bigger and better things. Moving forward, Nate is taking over as the producer. We thank Karl for his excellent work and incredible patience.For this week’s bonus preview, Nate speaks with veteran and author Joe Kassabian about the Rust Belt, the delightful part of America from which they both escaped. If you want to hear the full interview, you can subscribe to the Patreon here: https://www.patreon.com/posts/dispatches-from-22675476

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Operation 'Deploy to the Desert.' No, the Other Desert! Nov 08, 2018

In this week's episode of What a Hell of a Way to Die, Nate, Francis, and Adrian discuss the expanded, overstated, and extremely over-militarized response to a caravan of migrants fleeing Central America. We've discussed it before, but of course we needed to touch more on the fact that President Trump used 'Operation Faithful Patriot' as an opportunity to drum up pre-election coverage — by deploying about 15,000 soldiers to the middle of nowhere for normal reasons.

Of course, as we're writing these notes, the election has taken place and now the military has changed the name of the operation — because it was, of course, a stunt.

This week we also finally had a chance to splice in a preview of Nate's bonus interview with Army veteran and avowed communist Mike Conyers. If you want to hear the full interview, you can subscribe to the Patreon here: https://www.patreon.com/posts/from-right-to-22372224

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Put Your Tooth Under the Pillow for the Good Republicans Oct 31, 2018

In this week's Episode of of What a Hell of a Way to Die, Nate, Francis, and Adrian discuss the three recent right-wing terror incidents (or 'senseless, unconnected outbursts' as they're referred to in the media). Nate and Adrian reprise their discussion about whether or not Adrian's neighbors in Connecticut are actually good people despite voting Republican. Francis also sort of gets a word in edgewise.

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Thomas the Migrant Train Engine Oct 25, 2018

We're just weeks away from the midterm elections, and damn if we aren't just ramping up the racism and going full steam ahead into the fall of the new Roman Empire. This week Nate, Francis, and Adrian discuss the coming migrant caravan and wax poetic about the fall of the Roman Empire.

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Brain Drones: The Military Recruiting Solution (ft. Carlo Valle) Oct 18, 2018

Fall is underway, the leaves are beginning to change color, and we're still in Afghanistan after 17 years. With a low unemployment rate (usual caveats apply), go figure that the Army is having a hard time meeting its recruiting and retention goals. However, with an enormous budget to spend on basically any and all dumb technology, there might be a solution around the corner: drones you can control with your brain.

This week, Nate and Francis hash it out over the weird defense tech that emerged from the AUSA conference, recent news that military recruitment is suffering, and much more. Additionally, you get a preview of a Patreon bonus episode featuring leftist USMC / Army veteran Carlo Valle, in which he and Nate discuss Honduras, post-service politics, and why Facebook is the bane of all veterans.

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More Women Defense Contractor CEOs! *clap emoji* Oct 11, 2018

Quick announcement before we get deep into the wood with Russian poisoning (both real and online) as well as the Department of Defense's attempt to find a Fiverr video editor and snaring a defunct Newgrounds animatior for a primer on blowing up indiscriminate bits of desert.

Then Nate talks with Amber Mathwig, Navey veteran and veteran advocate about Defense contractors and their new brand of wokeness in putting women in charge of running the military industrial complex to blow up mud huts overseas.

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How to Envision Leftist Foreign Policy feat. Alex McCoy Oct 04, 2018

We've kept you waiting for this week's episode, but you get additional content: first, an interview between Francis and veteran organizer Alex McCoy on the topic of foreign policy and leftism (and how to reconcile the two).

You also get a nearly episode-length argument between Nate and Adrian about Brett Kavanaugh's confirmation hearings, how systems protect abusers, and whether or not there's any point in trying to win over Republicans.

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History's Biggest Inventory Formation Sep 19, 2018

For this week's episode, Nate, Francis, and Adrian discuss the enormous Vostok 2018 military exercises taking place between Russia, China, India, Pakistan, and others -- and the gang determines that there are very few tactical tasks that involve 300,000-person formations.

Additionally, they discuss the news that Venezuelan military officers met in secret with the Trump Administration to discuss a coup against Nicolas Maduro -- a very normal thing for America to be doing given America's history in the Western Hemisphere.

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News Roundup: A week of Drama Sep 12, 2018

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This week, the team covers several news stories, from Bristol Palin diming out her ex to Jody to the secretary of the Army accidentally spotlighting a war criminal during Suicide Prevention Week

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Is it Fascist: RoboCop (1987) Sep 05, 2018

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The team watches the original RoboCop directed by Paul Verhoven and between all the graphic violence and naked buts tried to determine if it's fascist or not.

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Gamer Congressman Duncan Hunter Punches Reset Button on Career Aug 29, 2018

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Adrian, Francis, and Karl talk about the curious case of the vaping congressman Duncan Hunter. While he is a massive piece of crap, he is also the most troop congressman we've ever had

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Going Outside the Wire with Jason Kander Aug 22, 2018

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Francis sits down with Jason Kander, Afghanistan Veteran and Missouri politician who is currently running for Mayor of Kansas City, Mo. The two talk about the book, trade deployment stories, and talk about what it is to be politically left leaning in a state deep in the heartlands

Then we dig our ever suffering producer Karl out of his soundproof bunker to talk about himself and let him wax poetic about the 82nd Airborne.

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The Nazis in your backyard (feat. Corey Pein) Aug 15, 2018

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Adrian speaks with author Corey Pein (@coreypein)about the Unite the Right rally in Washington State and how these ideas flourish in America

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Everyone Needs a Side Hustle Aug 08, 2018

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The team discusses guns yet again, and then talk about how China's crackdown on officer side businesses are less of a threat to global security and more of the president rolling his eyes at some nonsense.

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I Am An American Gamer Aug 01, 2018

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The team talks about the budget again and just how strange it is that it went through without a fuss. Then we talk about about how if the US Army got together a team they would dominate Street Fighter 2 leagues.

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The Broken Clock is Finally Right Jul 25, 2018

Francis, Nate, and eventually Adrian talk about the Russian bear in the room. Then we congratulate the Army Times for finally being right about a new Army Physical Fitness Test (which probably still won't happen)

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Book Report - The Right Answer by John K Delaney Jul 21, 2018

Francis reviews the book The Right Answer by John K Delaney, which apparently involves a lot of private companies making a bunch of money off the tax payers.

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What's in the Water (Feat. Ken Klippenstein) Jul 18, 2018

Ken Klippenstein, journalist with The Daily Beast and The Young Turks, joins Nate and Adrian to discuss poisoned water on military bases, the Freedom of Information Act, and how anyone with some spare time can start their own investigations

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HAIL HAIL The Gang's All Here Jul 11, 2018

Adrian makes his triumphant return to the podcast. The team discusses just where the hell he's been and the politics of being a politician.

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Independence Day Special: Independence Day review! Jul 03, 2018

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Drop your fireworks for an hour and listen as Nate and Francis talk about the original Independence Day. The one with Will Smith and Jeff Goldblum.

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Red Cycle Tasking: Ethnic Cleansing Jun 27, 2018

Nate and Francis discuss just how screwed the immigration crisis is. Includes: Us being mad at imperialism, Francis trying to parse the idea of the government taking away his kid, and the insanity of VetBro TV.

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Buddy, They Won’t Even Let Me F*** the Army (feat. Spenser Rapone) Jun 20, 2018

Spenser Rapone, in infamous Commie Cadet, as seen on the facebook page of your racist uncle who served three years in the Marines during the Cold War, joins the team to talk about what radicalized him and what he plans to do now that he's out of the loving embrace of the Army.

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The only real tankie online Jun 13, 2018

Nate and Francis talk about the jackasses who called ICE on a guy delivering a pizza to a military base, as well as the hero LT who stole an M557 for a Virginia joyride

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MRE Pizzagate Jun 05, 2018

Nate and Francis talk about an upcoming lawsuit to protect HIV+ soldiers serving, the myth of the dependapotomas, and wonder if pizza MREs are better if you leave them in the fridge overnight

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Memorial Day Spectacular: Pearl Harbor review May 30, 2018

Nate and Francis watched the cinematic abortion known as Pearl Harbor and ask the question, Is it Fascist or just shit?

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The Hooligans of Kandahar (Feat. Joe Kassabian) May 23, 2018

Francis talks with Joe Kassabian about his upcoming book "The Hooligans of Kandahar". Joe is a former combat soldier who spent two deployments overseas. In this episode, the two talk about their times in Afghanistan and just how fucked everything is over there.

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Getting waterboarded to own the libs May 16, 2018

This week, we discuss the 82nd Airborne and their strange approach to suicide prevention, and we're getting waterboarded to own the libs. Please enjoy Producer Karl's first appearance on the show

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Conservative vs Leftist - Health Care, Online and everything in between (Feat. @The_Tyler_Grant) May 09, 2018

Francis interviews Tyler Grant (@The_Tyler_Grant), a conservative voter, writer and thinker. Somehow they manage to agree on a lot of things and we're unsure who that makes look bad.

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Free Bonus Content: Rojava Strong with Brace Belden May 02, 2018

Nate is traveling and Francis had to play Soldier this weekend, so nothing got recorded. Instead, enjoy this old bonus episode with Brace Belden, the California Communist who ran off to Syria to fight ISIS.

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Dinosaur Puppets: Banned Under UCMJ Apr 25, 2018

This week, we're talking about how no one is allowed to have fun anymore, and how Trumps's great economy is fucking over recruiters

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How to Avoid Getting Killed by America (With Phil Klay) Apr 18, 2018

This week, the fire team brings interviews Phil Klay about his article in the Atlantic tackling what exactly it is we’re supposed to be telling troops when we send them to the desert year after year to fight a war no one cares about.

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The Definitive Guide to Skating on the Southern Border Apr 11, 2018

This week, the fire team brings on an Air National Guardsman to discuss what exactly it is the military will be doing along the Mexican border. Turns out it’s mostly boring surveillance stuff. Somehow it will still cost taxpayers a billion dollars, I’m sure

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Who Needs HIPAA When You Have the Army Apr 04, 2018

This week, Nate and Francis discuss the military barring enlistment, and even pulling someone out of basic training, for seeking counceling while a military dependent, and the firing of David Shulkin and the long march toward privatizing the VA.

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Our Little Baby War Grew up Into a Surly Teen Mar 28, 2018

Nate and Francis discuss John Bolton as the new NatSec advisor to President Trump, and just who we're going to war with first. Then we talk about the 15 year anniversary of the start of the Iraq war.

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Shamrock you like a Hurricane Mar 21, 2018

This week, we're chatting about Shamrock Hellfires and the Space Forces. Both dumb ideas from completely different places! NEW NEWSLETTER! Sign up with your email here for a twice monthly news letter. Don't miss anything and have it delivered directly to you -eepurl.com/dhFP4n Want the full interview you heard? Five bucks a month gets you that access - https://www.patreon.com/posts/17677439 Got a story to share? You can do on the Voicemail line (314) 722-6138. You can also feel free to just DM, email at sergeantjoker@hellofawaytodie.com or send us an anonymous question or comment to curiouscat.me/16666014 Facebook - www.facebook.com/Hellofawaytodie/ The Podcast - twitter.com/hellofaway Francis - twitter.com/armystrang Nate - twitter.com/inthesedeserts

Story Time 2 Mar 16, 2018

Have another one on us. It's your Story Time Podcast! This time with Navy Veteran Amber (@Tooterbelle) and Nate https://twitter.com/Tooterbelle

The Truth Is Out There, Just on the Other Side of the Red Tape Mar 14, 2018

Nate and Francis discuss the toxicity of the military and how there really needs to be a block of instructions on how to turn off your dickishness and casual racism when you’re out in the real world. Then the pair talk about just how we’re fucking over immigrant soldiers once again by removin the immigration services from military bases, making soldiers who aren’t yet full American citizens find alternative paths. And our final talk is about UFOs and how government bureaucracy is keeping us from having a close encounter NEW NEWSLETTER! Sign up with your email here for a twice monthly news letter. Don't miss anything and have it delivered directly to you -eepurl.com/dhFP4n Check out the current bonus Episode: America A-Z in which Francis and Nate imagine what we’d put on coins from A to Z that best represent America. - https://www.patreon.com/posts/america-z-17450026 Got a story to share? You can do on the Voicemail line (314) 722-6138. You can also feel free to just DM, email at sergeantjoker@hellofawaytodie.com or send us an anonymous question or comment to curiouscat.me/16666014 Facebook - www.facebook.com/Hellofawaytodie/ The Podcast - twitter.com/hellofaway Francis - twitter.com/armystrang Nate - twitter.com/inthesedeserts

MRE Sommeliers Mar 07, 2018

Nate and Francis discuss an article from Task and Purpose that gives step by step instructions on how to eat Army Long Term Survival rations. From the bar of compressed peas to your very own chili. https://taskandpurpose.com/army-long-term-food-survival-guide/ Then we talk about reports that the military has been mishandling working dogs post deployment and just how unsurprising it is that equipment is being mishandled. Not like they treat the vets a whole lot better. https://www.reuters.com/article/us-usa-defense-dogs/u-s-army-says-mishandled-war-dogs-will-comply-with-call-for-reform-idUSKBN1GI02E Extended show notes - https://www.hellofawaytodie.com/single-post/2018/03/06/MRE-Sommeliers NEW NEWSLETTER! Sign up with your email here for a twice monthly news letter. Don't miss anything and have it delivered directly to you -eepurl.com/dhFP4n Check out this month's bonus Episode: After Dark with Brick Yates. Brick is a Navy vet who took his experience and turned it into military specific porn. Finally some porn you can watch without getting annoyed that the uniform is out of regs! . Five bucks a month gets you exclusive content - www.patreon.com/posts/hell-of-way-to-16952327 Got a story to share? You can do on the Voicemail line (314) 722-6138. You can also feel free to just DM, email at sergeantjoker@hellofawaytodie.com or send us an anonymous question or comment to curiouscat.me/16666014 Facebook - www.facebook.com/Hellofawaytodie/ The Podcast - twitter.com/hellofaway Francis - twitter.com/armystrang Nate - twitter.com/inthesedeserts

Military News Roundup: Drunk and Naked in the Woods Feb 27, 2018

It's a Round Robin this week as Nate and Francis grab a few news articles and hash them out. First up: new changes to Army Basic Training. We're marching in formations again! At least you don't have to pass Land Navigation to graduate anymore. - https://www.military.com/daily-news/2018/02/09/low-discipline-new-soldiers-prompts-army-redesign-basic-training.html After that, Francis rails against the new "Deploy or Get out" policy. Not because he doesn't want to deploy again (he doesn't though) but because of what a shit show it is to get your medical readiness up to speed when you're a part-timer. - https://www.military.com/daily-news/2018/02/15/pentagons-new-deploy-or-out-policy-could-separate-286k.html?ESRC=dod_180216.nl Finally, we ask the same question that haunts us every week. What the fuck is up with the Navy? A Naval XO is found drunk and naked in the woods with no real explanation. Still wouldn't be the worst officer either of us have dealt with. - https://www.military.com/daily-news/2018/02/14/three-navy-unit-leaders-fired-after-xo-reportedly-found-naked-woods.html?ESRC=navy_180220.nl NEW NEWSLETTER! Sign up with your email here for a twice monthly news letter. Don't miss anything and have it delivered directly to you -eepurl.com/dhFP4n Check out this month's bonus Episode: After Dark with Brick Yates. Brick is a Navy vet who took his experience and turned it into military specific porn. Finally some porn you can watch without getting annoyed that the uniform is out of regs! . Five bucks a month gets you exclusive content - www.patreon.com/posts/hell-of-way-to-16952327 Got a story to share? You can do on the Voicemail line (314) 722-6138. You can also feel free to just DM, email at sergeantjoker@hellofawaytodie.com or send us an anonymous question or comment to curiouscat.me/16666014 Facebook - www.facebook.com/Hellofawaytodie/ The Podcast - twitter.com/hellofaway Francis - twitter.com/armystrang Nate - twitter.com/inthesedeserts

Story Time! Feb 23, 2018

It's been a hell of a week, so for your mental health here's a free bonus episode where Francis and Nate share Army stories. If you want to share a story, you can record it and send to sergeantjoker@hellofawaytodie.com or call the voicemail line at 314-722-6138

We Need to talk about Guns. Again. Feb 21, 2018

In the wake of the Parkland, Florida shootings, Nate and Francis talk about guns yet again and the new crop of talking points Republicans ineffectively throw around every time this happens. This time, it's all about making teachers pack heat and be prepared to gun down an active shooter. A perfectly reasonable solution in the richest and most prosperous country in the world. Nate floats an interesting idea to curb Hollywood's influence on guns which everyone can agree with. Extended show notes - www.hellofawaytodie.com/single-post/2018/02/20/We-need-to-talk-about-Guns-Again NEW NEWSLETTER! Sign up with your email here for a twice-monthly newsletter. Don't miss anything — have it delivered directly to you -eepurl.com/dhFP4n Check out this month's bonus Episode: After Dark with Brick Yates. Brick is a Navy vet who took his experience and turned it into military specific porn. Finally some porn you can watch without getting annoyed that the uniform is out of regs! Five bucks a month gets you exclusive content - www.patreon.com/posts/hell-of-way-to-16952327 Got a story to share? You can do on the Voicemail line (314) 722-6138. You can also feel free to just DM, email at sergeantjoker@hellofawaytodie.com or send us an anonymous question or comment to curiouscat.me/16666014 Facebook - www.facebook.com/Hellofawaytodie/ The Podcast - twitter.com/hellofaway Francis - twitter.com/armystrang Nate - twitter.com/inthesedeserts

Vets against Hate, and also Military Parades Feb 14, 2018

This week Nate and Francis are joined by Alex McCoy, a member of Common Defense which is an organization that rallies and organizes veterans against hate. We talk about how being a veteran protects you against the doughy Trump supporters who went to business school instead of serving. Learn more about you can get involved in Common Defense - http://www.commondefensepac.org/ Follow Alex - https://twitter.com/AlexanderMcCoy4 Extended show notes - https://www.hellofawaytodie.com/single-post/2018/02/13/Common-Defense-Vets-against-Hate NEW NEWSLETTER! Sign up with your email here for a twice monthly news letter. Don't miss anything and have it delivered directly to you -eepurl.com/dhFP4n Check out this month's bonus Episode: After Dark with Brick Yates. Brick is a Navy vet who took his experience and turned it into military specific porn. Finally some porn you can watch without getting annoyed that the uniform is out of regs! . Five bucks a month gets you exclusive content - https://www.patreon.com/posts/hell-of-way-to-16952327 Got a story to share? You can do on the Voicemail line (314) 722-6138. You can also feel free to just DM, email at sergeantjoker@hellofawaytodie.com or send us an anonymous question or comment to curiouscat.me/16666014 Facebook - www.facebook.com/Hellofawaytodie/ The Podcast - twitter.com/hellofaway Francis - twitter.com/armystrang Nate - twitter.com/inthesedeserts

Book Review: Way of the Shadow Wolves (Feat. The Warax) Feb 07, 2018

The Warax joins us to discuss Steven Seagal's fictional(???) book The Way of the Shadow Wolves. Through a mixture of brake cleaner and huffing glue, The Warax managed to plow through the entirety of this book to clue Francis and Nate in on just how far the Deep state goes. Lots of spoilers for those of you just just haven't gotten to this one on your stack yet. Follow the Warax here - https://twitter.com/iAmTheWarax NEW NEWSLETTER! Sign up with your email here for a twice monthly news letter. Don't miss anything and have it delivered directly to you -eepurl.com/dhFP4n Check out this month's Q&A episode here. Five bucks a month gets you exclusive content - www.patreon.com/posts/bonus-q-16562762 Got a story to share? You can do on the Voicemail line (314) 722-6138. You can also feel free to just DM, email at sergeantjoker@hellofawaytodie.com or send us an anonymous question or comment to curiouscat.me/16666014 Facebook - www.facebook.com/Hellofawaytodie/ The Podcast - twitter.com/hellofaway Francis - twitter.com/armystrang Nate - twitter.com/inthesedeserts

We are the Warax. Except AmVets. Screw those guys Jan 31, 2018

The Warax takes a break from speaking for the troops to join Francis and Nate on the podcast to talk about his dustup with the Veterans service Organization AMVETS, who tried to get an advertisement slipped into the Super Bowl, was rejected, and then fantastically shit the bed when trying to use it to drum up controversy. Then we all talk about the preacher who doesn't believe in PTSD, but for some reason got an invite to a military prayer breakfast. Probably because google is blocked on someone's military laptop. Extended show notes - https://www.hellofawaytodie.com/single-post/2018/01/30/We-are-the-Warax NEW NEWSLETTER! Sign up with your email here for a twice monthly news letter. Don't miss anything and have it delivered directly to you -eepurl.com/dhFP4n Check out this month's Q&A episode here. Five bucks a month gets you exclusive content - https://www.patreon.com/posts/bonus-q-16562762 Got a story to share? You can do on the Voicemail line (314) 722-6138. You can also feel free to just DM, email at sergeantjoker@hellofawaytodie.com or send us an anonymous question or comment to curiouscat.me/16666014 Facebook - www.facebook.com/Hellofawaytodie/ The Podcast - twitter.com/hellofaway Francis - twitter.com/armystrang Nate - twitter.com/inthesedeserts

Clown School is Closed: Government Shutdown 2018 Jan 24, 2018

NEW NEWSLETTER! Sign up with your email here for a twice monthly news letter. Don't miss anything and have it delivered directly to you -eepurl.com/dhFP4n The government may have closed their doors, but we’re still here. Nate and Francis discuss the current and previous government shutdowns. Then we talk about another instance of Stolen Valor, in which a Staff Sergeant faked the entirety of his career and ended up doing an Airborne jump without actually being qualified. Extended show notes - https://www.hellofawaytodie.com/single-post/2018/01/24/Government-Shutdown-2018-Clown-School-is-Closed The not so airborne soldier - https://www.armytimes.com/news/your-army/2018/01/18/this-nco-faked-his-way-into-the-82nd-airborne-and-he-almost-got-away-with-it/ Free bonus episode this month with Lee Carter. Veteran, Democratic Socialist and elected representative in Virginia's congress. Listen for free here - www.patreon.com/posts/interview-with-16233678 Got a story to share? You can do on the Voicemail line (314) 722-6138. You can also feel free to just DM, email at sergeantjoker@hellofawaytodie.com or send us an anonymous question or comment to curiouscat.me/16666014 Facebook - www.facebook.com/Hellofawaytodie/ The Podcast - twitter.com/hellofaway Francis - twitter.com/armystrang Nate - twitter.com/inthesedeserts

Taking a machine gun to blackmail charges Jan 18, 2018

Nate and Francis talk local politics with Connor Southard (@connorsouthard). Connor spent time in the same educational program as Missouri Governor Eric Greitens, who is currently in the hot seat for not just an extramarital affair, but possible blackmail as well after allegedly taking a picture of the woman in the nude and threatening to use it against her. Then, we talk the president’s “shithole countries” comment and why it’s irritating to see people use an immigrant as a shining example just because they came over and joined the military. Service isn’t why you should be here, the fact that you’re human and trying to make a better life for yourself is. Extended show notes - https://www.hellofawaytodie.com/single-post/2018/01/17/Taking-aimat-charges-of-blackmail Connor’s piece on his own possible crazy local politician Erik Prince - https://splinternews.com/does-wyoming-deserve-senator-erik-prince-1819512739 Follow Connor on twitter - https://twitter.com/ConnorSouthard NEW NEWSLETTER! Sign up with your email here for a twice monthly news letter. Don't miss anything and have it delivered directly to you -http://eepurl.com/dhFP4n Free bonus episode this month with Lee Carter. Veteran, Democratic Socialist and elected representative in Virginia's congress. Listen for free here - www.patreon.com/posts/interview-with-16233678 Got a story to share? You can do on the Voicemail line (314) 722-6138. You can also feel free to just DM, email at sergeantjoker@hellofawaytodie.com or send us an anonymous question or comment to curiouscat.me/16666014 Facebook - www.facebook.com/Hellofawaytodie/ The Podcast - twitter.com/hellofaway Francis - twitter.com/armystrang Nate - twitter.com/inthesedeserts

Learn our Names First: Politicizing Fallen Soldiers Jan 10, 2018

This week, the team takes on the politicizing of those who have fallen in war, especially by complete asshole politicians like the president and noted felon and conservative troll. Dinesh D'Souza. Both decided to tweet picture of widows mourning their husbands for no reason other than scoring points with other massive assholes. Then, we talk the lifting of the transgender ban, and how it seems trans people are still being turned away. Not because of bigotry, but because of that thing we all know and love: Bureaucracy. Extended show notes - https://www.hellofawaytodie.com/single-post/2018/01/09/Learn-our-Names-First Alex Horton article - https://www.washingtonpost.com/news/checkpoint/wp/2018/01/07/learn-his-name-first-trumps-tweet-politicizing-military-widows-touched-a-nerve Buzzfeed transgender Airman story - https://www.buzzfeed.com/dominicholden/this-man-was-just-told-he-cant-enlist-in-the-military Free bonus episode this month with Lee Carter. Veteran, Democratic Socialist and elected representative in Virginia's congress. Listen for free here - https://www.patreon.com/posts/interview-with-16233678 Got a story to share? You can do on the Voicemail line (314) 722-6138. You can also feel free to just DM, email at sergeantjoker@hellofawaytodie.com or send us an anonymous question or comment to curiouscat.me/16666014 Facebook - www.facebook.com/Hellofawaytodie/ The Podcast - twitter.com/hellofaway Francis - twitter.com/armystrang Nate - twitter.com/inthesedeserts

Please finish your mandatory OPSEC training before close of business Jan 03, 2018

Nate and Francis talk aboutThe curious case of George Papadopoulos and his amazingly loud mouth after a few drinks. George managed to start the whole Russia investigation into Trump's campaign by getting shitty at the bar and shooting his mouth off. You can can read more of our thoughts here in the show notes. https://www.hellofawaytodie.com/single-post/2018/01/02/Please-finish-your-mandatory-OPSEC-training-before-close-of-business We also talk about the state of Massachusetts giving veterans the opportunity to dodge prison by going to counceling. And while we think it's good to give considerations to the troops, it would be nice if we treated everyone like someone who needs help rather than just locking them up. Read up about it here - http://www.bostonglobe.com/metro/2017/12/30/veteran-cleared-domestic-violence-charges-thanks-his-military-service/ZOUniBg7kSxvdCga5G0oaK/story.html?s_campaign=bostonglobe%3Asocialflow%3Atwitter Got a story to share? You can do on the Voicemail line (314) 722-6138. You can also feel free to just DM, email at hellofawaytodie@gmail.com or send us an anonymous question or comment to curiouscat.me/16666014 You can listen to bonus episodes for for the low price of five dollars a month, as well as get in on a year of bonus content. www.patreon.com/Hellofawaytodie/ Facebook - www.facebook.com/Hellofawaytodie/ The Podcast - twitter.com/hellofaway Francis - twitter.com/armystrang Nate - twitter.com/inthesedeserts

Stolen Valor and Challenge coins Dec 27, 2017

Nate and Francis discuss Stolen Valor, as explained by Alex Nichols in his latest piece for The Outline. In the last decade or two of war, it seems Conservatives think there is no greater disrespect once can do than to dress up as a troop. Even though troops steal the most valor of all. Then, we talk about the President's insane new Challenge coin, and why at a certain point in your career, you just don't care about getting them anymore. Real Alex's piece here - https://theoutline.com/post/2707/stolen-valor-videos-youtube-military-fakers Follow him here - https://twitter.com/lowenaffchen Got a story to share? You can do on the Voicemail line (314) 722-6138. You can also feel free to just DM one of us and we'll read it on the show. You can listen to that mailbag episode here for for the low price of five dollars a month, as well as get in on a year of bonus content. www.patreon.com/Hellofawaytodie/ Have questions for our upcoming mailbag? DM us or post to curiouscat.me/16666014 Facebook - www.facebook.com/Hellofawaytodie/ The Podcast - twitter.com/hellofaway Francis - twitter.com/armystrang Nate - twitter.com/inthesedeserts

No one actually cares about Alabama (Feat: @juanyfbaby) Dec 20, 2017

Nate and Francis are joined by Juan (twitter.com/juanyfbaby) to discuss the Alabama senate race and how quickly everyone is going to forget about black women after they turned out in droves to defeat the accused pedophile by almost a whole percent. Extended Shownotes - https://www.hellofawaytodie.com/single-post/2017/12/19/No-one-actually-cares-about-Alabama We want your Christmas stories! We're planning a Christmas episode, so please call in and leave a voicemail about your military Christmas - (314) 722-6138. You can also feel free to just DM one of us and we'll read it on the show. You can listen to that mailbag episode here for for the low price of five dollars a month, as well as get in on a year of bonus content. www.patreon.com/Hellofawaytodie/ Have questions for our upcoming mailbag? DM us or post to curiouscat.me/16666014 The Podcast - twitter.com/hellofaway Facebook - www.facebook.com/Hellofawaytodie/ Francis - twitter.com/armystrang Nate - twitter.com/inthesedeserts

A Message from Marine Todd Dec 13, 2017

Francis got an email regarding his Everyday Carry piece about Sebastian Gorka that was somehow longer than the actual article. After having just recorded their most current mailbag episode after some beers, the two tear into the letter You can listen to that mailbag episode here for for the low price of five dollars a month, as well as get in on a year of bonus content. https://www.patreon.com/Hellofawaytodie/ Have questions for our upcoming mailbag? DM us or post to curiouscat.me/16666014 The Podcast - twitter.com/hellofaway Facebook - www.facebook.com/Hellofawaytodie/ Francis - twitter.com/armystrang Nate - twitter.com/inthesedeserts

Birthday Cake and Iran Hate (Feat. Madrian Bonenburger) Dec 06, 2017

This week, Nate and Francis are joined by Adrian's evil twin brother Madrian to discuss Tom Cotton's love of birthday cake and hatred of Iranians. Not a subscriber? You're missing out on bonus content! Check out the latest bonus episode. Five bucks a month gives you access to mailbag episodes, interviews, and much more. Francis and Matt Christman talk about the fascist themes and weird science in Southland Tales - www.patreon.com/posts/southland-tales-15587514 Have questions for our upcoming mailbag? DM us or post to curiouscat.me/16666014 The Podcast - twitter.com/hellofaway Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/Hellofawaytodie/ Francis - twitter.com/armystrang Nate - twitter.com/inthesedeserts

Sebastian Dorka EDC and the future of Emergency Medicine Nov 29, 2017

this week, Francis spends some time ranting about Sebastian Gorka's tryhard everyday carry list that appeals only to other tryhard douchbags. Then Francis talks with Dan Burke, an old friend and 3D artist who is working to create the most advanced medical mannequin ever for the DoD. The Advanced Modular Manikin system is meant to create standardization for a medical mannequin. Need a leg that simulates a break? Just snap it on. Or replace it with one filled with fake blood for the chest wound simulation. It's the Mr. Potatohead of combat lifesaving. Francis' Gorka EDC rundown on Task and Purpose - http://taskandpurpose.com/gorka-edc-guns-pocket-constitution-lol/ Not a subscriber? You're missing out on bonus content! Check out the latest bonus episode. Five bucks a month gives you access to mailbag episodes, interviews, and much more. Francis and Matt Christman talk about the fascist themes and weird science in Southland Tales - www.patreon.com/posts/southland-tales-15587514 Have questions for our upcoming mailbag? DM us or post to curiouscat.me/16666014 The Podcast - twitter.com/hellofaway Francis - twitter.com/armystrang Nate - twitter.com/inthesedeserts

Southland Tales with Matt Christman (promo) Nov 28, 2017

Matt Christman (@Cushbomb)joins Francis to talk about the 2006 Richard Kelly movie Southland Tales, which sets itself in the backdrop of a fascist America where Sean Wallace and the guy who played Booger from Revenge of the Nerds are scientists, and Jon Lovitz plays a racist cop. Get the full episode for $5 a month on the Patreon right here https://www.patreon.com/posts/southland-tales-15587514

What We've Got Here is Failure to Communicate Nov 22, 2017

Francis and Nate discuss the Texas shooter and how he managed to get a hold of guns, even though he was a convicted domestic abuser. Turns out, Federal agencies are absolutely terrible at telling each other things like that. Then, they talk about Gen. Hyten stating that he would refuse an illegal order to shoot a nuke, and what exactly an illegal order mean (and that we have never ever ever broken one and will deny it forever if accused) Federal agencies not reporting data - http://taskandpurpose.com/army-chief-of-staff-a-significant-amount-of-crime-data-has-not-been-relayed-to-fbi Illegal nuke strike - http://www.esquire.com/news-politics/a13803493/nuclear-general-refuse-illegal-trump-order/ Not a subscriber? You're missing out on bonus content! Check out the latest bonus episode. Five bucks a month gives you access to mailbag episodes, interviews, and much more. Get the latest mailbag episode here - www.patreon.com/posts/bonus-mailbag-15374928 Have questions for our upcoming mailbag? DM us or post to curiouscat.me/16666014 The Podcast - twitter.com/hellofaway Francis - twitter.com/armystrang Nate - twitter.com/inthesedeserts Adrian - www.instagram.com/presumptuous_nominee/

Enlisted vs Officer: The Great Divide Nov 15, 2017

Nate and Francis discuss the difference between the supreme Officers and the dirtbag Enlisted corp, and where each one matters most in the military. Then, we talk about a Washington Post article about how we're erasing the current wars through deletion and disorganized recordkeeping, with no fix in sight. Read the article here - https://www.washingtonpost.com/outlook/how-the-military-is-making-it-hard-to-remember-our-wars/2017/11/10/ff7d6d4e-c324-11e7-aae0-cb18a8c29c65_story.html?utm_term=.bf46fb0a1140 Not a subscriber? You're missing out on bonus content! Check out the latest bonus episode. Five bucks a month gives you access to mailbag episodes, interviews, and much more. Get the latest mailbag episode here - https://www.patreon.com/posts/bonus-mailbag-15374928 Have questions for our upcoming mailbag? DM us or post to curiouscat.me/16666014 The Podcast - twitter.com/hellofaway Francis - twitter.com/armystrang Nate - twitter.com/inthesedeserts Adrian - www.instagram.com/presumptuous_nominee/

Bowe Bergdahl and how Best to Prepare for Your Veterans Day Freebies Nov 08, 2017

Have questions for our upcoming mailbag? DM us or post to https://curiouscat.me/16666014 Nate and Francis talk Bowe Berghdal and just how crappy a lot of the troops we were getting in the surge years were. Apparently the people who knew Bergdahl were's surprised in the least about is disappearance. Then, we talk about the upcoming Veterans day (namely the free shit we all get)and how you can celebrate, commiserate or just flat out ignore Veterans Day however you want. Not a subscriber? You're missing out on bonus content! Five bucks a month gets you access to more content. Jen Snyder about staying home while her boyfriend (Piss Pig Granddad) went off to join the YPG - www.patreon.com/posts/rojava-strong-pt-15005765 The Podcast - twitter.com/hellofaway Francis - twitter.com/armystrang Nate - twitter.com/inthesedeserts Adrian - www.instagram.com/presumptuous_nominee/

Mailbag: Call the platoon sergeant, we need a ride home Oct 30, 2017

Not a subscriber? You're missing out on bonus content! Five bucks a month gets you access to more content. Jen Snyder about staying home while her boyfriend (Piss Pig Granddad) went off to join the YPG - www.patreon.com/posts/rojava-strong-pt-15005765 Francis and Nate get inebriated and answer your questions, both from Curious cat and Direct Messages. This episode is coming out early because Francis is going to be without internet over the Halloween week, so consider this your safety briefing. If you'd like to support Francis and his quest to play twelve straight hours of video games and call it a charity, you can do so here - www.extra-life.org/participant/armystrang The Podcast - twitter.com/hellofaway Francis - twitter.com/armystrang Nate - twitter.com/inthesedeserts Adrian - www.instagram.com/presumptuous_nominee/

I am the Lorax, I speak for the Troops Oct 25, 2017

Not a subscriber? You're missing out on bonus content! Five bucks a month gets you access to more content. Jen Snyder about staying home while her boyfriend (Piss Pig Granddad) went off to join the YPG - https://www.patreon.com/posts/rojava-strong-pt-15005765 Francis and Nate discuss the Veteran Lorax, the one who speaks for us all, and why he's a massive douchbag. Then, we talk about the sentencing of Bowe Berghdal and how, honestly, there's not way to predict this one. Links and extended show notes here - https://www.hellofawaytodie.com/single-post/2017/10/24/I-am-the-Lorax-and-I-speak-for-the-Troops If you'd like to support Francis and his quest to play twelve straight hours of video games and call it a charity, you can do so here - https://www.extra-life.org/participant/armystrang The Podcast - twitter.com/hellofaway Francis - twitter.com/armystrang Nate - twitter.com/inthesedeserts Adrian - www.instagram.com/presumptuous_nominee/

Rojava strong Pt 2: Interview with Jen Snyder (Preview) Oct 23, 2017

For access to the full episode, go to the Patreon page and pledge $5 a month. Support the troops! - https://www.patreon.com/posts/15005765 Francis talks with Jen Snyder, the girlfriend of Brace Belden, about the run up to Brace's deployment to Syria with the YPG, the organizing she did while he was away and continues to do now that he's home. This is the first interview of many which will be talking to the ones who stay at home while their loved ones go off to war, no matter where that war is

Let's Make an Iran Deal (Feat. Derek Davison) Oct 18, 2017

Francis and Nate are joined by Derek Davison to discuss the Iran deal, what it is, and why it pisses everyone off. Also, if you'd like to support Francis and his quest to play twelve straight hours of video games and call it a charity, you can do so here - https://extra-life.org/participant/armystrang Follow Derek on twitter - https://twitter.com/dwdavison9318 Support Derek (We do, you should too!) - https://www.patreon.com/davisond13/posts Not a subscriber? You're missing out on bonus content! Five bucks a month gets you access to more content. Hear the latest with Alex Hinman about gun culture here - https://www.patreon.com/posts/gun-talk-alex-14788568 The Podcast - twitter.com/hellofaway Francis - twitter.com/armystrang Nate - twitter.com/inthesedeserts Adrian - www.instagram.com/presumptuous_nominee/

Shooting the Fleas off a Dogs Back at 500 Yards Oct 11, 2017

Not a subscriber? You're missing out on bonus content! Sign up for the patreon today! - www.patreon.com/hellofawaytodie Francis and Nate talk about what they would have done when rounds started to fly in Las Vegas (Spoiler, they'd run like hell)and the curious psychology of every dude who's ever handled their dad's hunting shotgun who thinks they can hit a target with a pistol at 400 yards. Then, we talk about how training and doctrine is shifting back toward large force on force action as it seems America still can't handle a war against dudes in caves wearing pajamas and carrying AK-47s. Extended show notes and links - https://www.hellofawaytodie.com/single-post/2017/10/10/Shooting-the-Fleas-off-a-Dogs-Back-at-500-Yards The Podcast - twitter.com/hellofaway Francis - twitter.com/armystrang Nate - twitter.com/inthesedeserts Adrian - www.instagram.com/presumptuous_nominee/

For Better or Worse, the state of it all Oct 04, 2017

Francis talks to Adam Weinstein, Task and Purpose senior editor, veteran and writer all over about the state of America. We talk about an article Adam wrote about Spencer Rapone, the West Point Communist, and Alejandro Villanueva and their important roles in American society. And just how we're royally screwing that society over by climbing into our echo chamber bubbles and shutting out the rest of the world. Read Adam's story here - http://taskandpurpose.com/2-usma-combat-vets-2-sides-nfl-kneeling-debate-americas-strength/ Follow Adam on twitter - http://www.twitter.com/AdamWeinstein Not a subscriber? You're missing out on bonus content! Sign up for the patreon today! - www.patreon.com/hellofawaytodie The Podcast - twitter.com/hellofaway Francis - twitter.com/armystrang Nate - twitter.com/inthesedeserts Adrian - www.instagram.com/presumptuous_nominee/

Buddy, They Don't Even Let Me Respect The Flag Sep 27, 2017

Not a subscriber? You're missing out on bonus content! Sign up for the patreon today! - www.patreon.com/hellofawaytodie This week, Nate and Francis are pressing F to pay their respects to the flag. We talk Pat Tillman and how he'd probably be fine with kneeling, and how NFL owners are a little late to the game since Colin Kaepernick started protesting white supremacy and police violence during the Obama Administration. Extended show notes here - https://www.hellofawaytodie.com/single-post/2017/09/26/Buddy-They-dont-even-let-me-respect-the-flag Be sure to check out Adrian's site Wrath Bearing Tree - www.wrath-bearingtree.com/ The Podcast - twitter.com/hellofaway Francis - twitter.com/armystrang Nate - twitter.com/inthesedeserts Adrian - www.instagram.com/presumptuous_nominee/

No Immigrants Need Enlist Sep 20, 2017

Not a subscriber? You're missing out on bonus content! Sign up for the patreon today! - www.patreon.com/hellofawaytodie The team talks about a story from Alex Horton about immigrants trying to enlist in the military suddenly finding themselves not eligible, leaving the open for deportation and cutting off a road to citizenship. Then, they discuss the fragility of the Ivy Leagues as Harvard rescinds an offer for Chelsea Manning to become a visiting fellow, but still embraces Sean Spicer and his trunk full of inauguration maps Extended show notes here - https://www.hellofawaytodie.com/single-post/2017/09/19/No-Immigrants-Need-Enlist Be sure to check out Adrian's site Wrath Bearing Tree - www.wrath-bearingtree.com/ The Podcast - twitter.com/hellofaway Francis - twitter.com/armystrang Nate - twitter.com/inthesedeserts Adrian - www.instagram.com/presumptuous_nominee/

Disaster Relief (When You're a Disaster) Sep 13, 2017

Nate and Adrian comment on the tendency of using the military as a disaster relief response force. Francis was too busy being an actual soldier to be on this episode, but he remains in spirit. Also, this episode features a preview of Nate's bonus content: an interview with veteran and peace activist Matthew Hoh. As always, you can follow Nate on Twitter at @inthesedeserts, Francis @ArmyStrang, and Adrian on Instagram at @presumptuous_nominee. Sign up for bonus content by becoming a Patreon subscriber: https://www.patreon.com/Hellofawaytodie

The Ballad of Sgt. Maj Bofades Sep 06, 2017

Not a subscriber? You're missing out on bonus content! Sign up for the patreon today! - www.patreon.com/hellofawaytodie Francis and Nate talk about how right they were about the bullshit UCCS propaganda hoax from last week. Even apparently perpetuated by a couple of veterans trying to prove their point with our own logic. Then the two discuss bored Sergeants Majors, and Francis tells the story of Sgt. Maj Bofades Read Nate's piece on the UCCS haox here - https://www.hellofawaytodie.com/single-post/2017/09/01/Massive-Self-Own-Anti-Veteran-UCCS-Flyer-Revealed-As-Hoax-Whose-Authors-Are-Veterans-Themselves Want to watch PUGB and listen to the podcast? We got you covered right here - https://youtu.be/kwGWA7INOWc Be sure to check out Adrian's site Wrath Bearing Tree - www.wrath-bearingtree.com/ The Podcast - twitter.com/hellofaway Francis - twitter.com/armystrang Nate - twitter.com/inthesedeserts Adrian - www.instagram.com/presumptuous_nominee/

American Propaganda Aug 30, 2017

Not a subscriber? You're missing out on bonus content! Sign up for the patreon today! - www.patreon.com/hellofawaytodie This week, the team discusses propaganda in the year 2017 and how insane it is to think this UCCS letter is real. We also discuss who exactly George Soros is because Francis has no idea who this guy is who's been paying him for his tweets Be sure to check out Adrian's site Wrath Bearing Tree - www.wrath-bearingtree.com/ The Podcast - twitter.com/hellofaway Francis - twitter.com/armystrang Nate - twitter.com/inthesedeserts Adrian - www.instagram.com/presumptuous_nominee/

Johnny Get your Gun Aug 23, 2017

Not a subscriber? You're missing out on bonus content! Sign up for the patreon today! - www.patreon.com/hellofawaytodie No extended show notes this week. It's just all about guns! The fire team is joined by combat vet and red wine enthusiast David James as they all talk about their experiences with guns in and out of the military. Be sure to check out Adrian's site Wrath Bearing Tree - http://www.wrath-bearingtree.com/ The Podcast - twitter.com/hellofaway Francis - twitter.com/armystrang Nate - twitter.com/inthesedeserts Adrian - www.instagram.com/presumptuous_nominee/

Bash the Fash! Aug 16, 2017

Not a subscriber? You're missing out on bonus content! Sign up for the patreon today! - www.patreon.com/hellofawaytodie More links and Extended shownotes - https://www.hellofawaytodie.com/single-post/2017/08/15/Bash-the-Fash Francis and Nate discuss the audacity of the recent Charlotteville Nazi rally, and how, despite what many people may tell you, punching Nazis is both good and cool. Then we talk about a new round of funding for the Veteran's Choice program, which allows veterans in more rural areas to seek outside medical attention for their needs if a VA facility isn't nearby VA Funding - https://www.stripes.com/news/us/trump-signs-3-9-billion-va-funding-bill-to-avert-crisis-for-choice-program-1.482697#.WZOuu1GGOUk The Podcast - twitter.com/hellofaway Francis - twitter.com/armystrang Nate - twitter.com/inthesedeserts Adrian - www.instagram.com/presumptuous_nominee/

Millennials are Killing War Aug 09, 2017

Not a subscriber? You're missing out on bonus content! Sign up for the patreon today! - www.patreon.com/hellofawaytodie More links and Extended shownotes - https://www.hellofawaytodie.com/single-post/2017/08/09/Millennials-Are-Killing-War The team tackles the question of if America has a "Warrior Caste" in which certain families feed into the grind of war more than others. Then, we talk about a Modern War Institute article that blames the future losses of wars on millennials and our love of selfies and Candy Crush. Like to do some PC gaming and need some squad mates? Head over to our new Discord - discord.gg/5w72wBR The Podcast - twitter.com/hellofaway Francis - twitter.com/armystrang Nate - twitter.com/inthesedeserts Adrian - www.instagram.com/presumptuous_nominee/

All Servicemembers Are Welcome Aug 02, 2017

Not a subscriber? You're missing out on bonus content! Sign up for the patreon today! - www.patreon.com/hellofawaytodie More links and Extended shownotes - https://www.hellofawaytodie.com/single-post/2017/08/01/There-is-no-MOS-for-Social-Engineers The team talks about the recent tweets from Trump about banning transgender people from serving in the military, and why literally every reason for that is stupid. Read Adrian's piece on viagra and PTSD here - http://taskandpurpose.com/military-viagra-ptsd-transgender-debate/ Like to do some PC gaming and need some squad mates? Head over to our new Discord - discord.gg/5w72wBR The Podcast - twitter.com/hellofaway Francis - twitter.com/armystrang Nate - twitter.com/inthesedeserts Adrian - www.instagram.com/presumptuous_nominee/

Free Bonus Episode - Interview with Alex Horton (@AlexHortonTX) Jul 31, 2017

We're giving you a free bonus episode this week for those of you still on the fence about kicking up five bucks a month. So here's a taste of some of the interviews and bonus content you're missing out on. Not a subscriber? Sign up for the patreon today! - www.patreon.com/hellofawaytodie Nate and Adrian talk with Alex Horton (@AlexHortonTX), a Washington Post reporter and Army veteran, about a plan to cancel enlistment contracts for thousands of foreign born recruits that have no immigration status. Read more about it here - https://www.washingtonpost.com/news/checkpoint/wp/2017/06/26/the-pentagon-promised-citizenship-to-immigrants-who-served-now-it-might-help-deport-them/

Almost a Soldier Jul 26, 2017

Not a subscriber? You're missing out on bonus content! Sign up for the patreon today! - www.patreon.com/hellofawaytodie More links and Extended shownotes - https://www.hellofawaytodie.com/single-post/2017/07/25/Almost-a-Soldier The team discusses the recent verbal attacks from the NRA against Alex Horton, as well as the curious things civilians tend to say to defend their decisions not to join the military. More can be found in the extended show notes. Adrian's Dunkirk review from 2016 can be found here - http://www.wrath-bearingtree.com/2016/08/dunkirk-the-bravest-british-retreat/ Like to do some PC gaming and need some squad mates? Head over to our new Discord - discord.gg/5w72wBR The Podcast - twitter.com/hellofaway Francis - twitter.com/armystrang Nate - twitter.com/inthesedeserts Adrian - www.instagram.com/presumptuous_nominee/

Rojava Strong: Talking Army with Brace Belden (Promo) Jul 24, 2017

Get access to the full episode by supporting the troops and giving $5 a month to our Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/Hellofawaytodie You may remember him as PissPigGranddad, the California Communist who went to Syria to fight with the YPG. For this episode, Francis and Brace talk army shit, compare their loadouts and see just who's rifle shoots the furthest.

Falling Humvees and Raising Up Women Troops Jul 21, 2017

Not a subscriber? You're missing out on bonus content! Sign up for the patreon today! - www.patreon.com/hellofawaytodie Extended shownotes - https://www.hellofawaytodie.com/single-post/2017/07/20/Falling-Humvees-and-Raising-Up-Women-Troops The team talks training mishaps and just how dangerous training can be, from the dangers of airplane crashes, to the hilarity of Humvees smashing into the ground. Then Francis has a talk with Jessica Scott, a signal officer with 22 years in, about gender integration, sexual harassment training in the Army, and how it all needs to get a lot better fast. Follow Jessica at https://twitter.com/JessicaScott09 Like to do some PC gaming and need some squadmates? Head over to our new Discord - https://discord.gg/5w72wBR The Podcast - twitter.com/hellofaway Francis - twitter.com/armystrang Nate - twitter.com/inthesedeserts Adrian - www.instagram.com/presumptuous_nominee/

Why you shouldn't fear a war with Best Korea Jul 12, 2017

Expanded show notes can be found here - https://www.hellofawaytodie.com/single-post/2017/07/11/Why-a-War-with-Best-Korea-is-Never-Happening First the team gives props to the Iraqi military and police for taking back Mosul from ISIS. A hard fought battle spanning nine months which destroyed the city, but it's yours once again. Be sure to follow Iraqi Day for up to date info from a man on the streets. https://twitter.com/iraqi_day Then we discuss North Korea and just how stupid a with them would be for either side, and Nate assures us there's only one time you have to worry about a war with North Korea. Not a subscriber? You're missing out on bonus content! Sign up for the patreon today! - www.patreon.com/hellofawaytodie The Podcast - twitter.com/hellofaway Francis - twitter.com/armystrang Nate - twitter.com/inthesedeserts Adrian - www.instagram.com/presumptuous_nominee/

Independence Day Extravaganza! Jul 07, 2017

The team takes a break from bitching about politics to instead bitch about dumb things that happens in the training field. They also discuss their favorite war movies, why no one seems to be able to make a good one about Iraq Ending scene from Paths of Glory - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=s3ifRA0Kj-8 Not a subscriber? You're missing out on bonus content! Sign up for the patreon today! - www.patreon.com/hellofawaytodie The Podcast - twitter.com/hellofaway Francis - twitter.com/armystrang Nate - twitter.com/inthesedeserts Adrian - www.instagram.com/presumptuous_nominee/

VA Disabilities and Yet Another Horny General Jun 28, 2017

The team discusses new changes being proposed for veteran disabilities, namely changes that might screw vets over. Then, we revisit the well of the double standard as a two star general blames too much war for his inappropriate relationship with a captain. Links and show notes here - https://www.hellofawaytodie.com/single-post/2017/06/28/VA-disabilities-and-Horny-Generals Not a subscriber? You're missing out on bonus content! Sign up for the patreon today! - www.patreon.com/hellofawaytodie The Podcast - twitter.com/hellofaway Francis - twitter.com/armystrang Nate - twitter.com/inthesedeserts Adrian - www.instagram.com/presumptuous_nominee/

Star Trek: TNG bonus episode promo Jun 26, 2017

Adrian and another infantry officer from the 173rd, Eric Nelson, talk about Star Trek TNG. Why did Worf always get beaten up by the aliens? Why did Picard hate Riker? Why was Riker not beaten up *more* by aliens, when he usually deserved it? Lore v. Data v. Bret Spiner... and so much more Want the full episode? Sign up to the Patreon here - www.patreon.com/Hellofawaytodie

Afghanistan bound...Again Jun 21, 2017

The team relates their stories about Afghanistan and American treatment of the locals as Gen. Mattis prepares to increase troop levels once again. Read the extended show notes and links here - https://www.hellofawaytodie.com/single-post/2017/06/21/Forever-War-Afghanistan-edition Not a subscriber? You're missing out on bonus content! Sign up for the patreon today! - www.patreon.com/hellofawaytodie The Podcast - twitter.com/hellofaway Francis - twitter.com/armystrang Nate - twitter.com/inthesedeserts Adrian - www.instagram.com/presumptuous_nominee/

Jeremy Corbyn teaches us what Hope and Change really means Jun 14, 2017

Nate turns out to be half Red Coat, and teachs us about UK politics, as well as interviews Chris Donnelly, a Northern Irish journalist, about the state of UK politics outside of England. You can follow Chris on twitter here - https://twitter.com/chrisadonnelly Then Adrian gives us a little taste of an assassination attempt made in Ukraine where a Russian agent disguised themselves as a French journalist in an attempt to kill the foes of Putin. Read more here - https://www.hellofawaytodie.com/single-post/2017/06/14/That-Proper-Legend Not a subscriber? You're missing out on bonus content! Sign up for the patreon today! - www.patreon.com/hellofawaytodie The Podcast - twitter.com/hellofaway Francis - twitter.com/armystrang Nate - twitter.com/inthesedeserts Adrian - www.instagram.com/presumptuous_nominee/

Talking Top Gun (feat. @cushbomb) - Preview Jun 12, 2017

Francis and Matt Christman (@cushbomb) of Chapo Trap House strip off their shirts for some verbal volleyball about the 1986 hit movie Top Gun. Want the full episode? Sign up to the Patreon here - https://www.patreon.com/Hellofawaytodie

We'll always have Paris... Jun 07, 2017

We've walked away from the Paris Agreement on Climate change. The team talks about what this can mean for the future of warfare (doomed) and America (doomed) Read More here - https://www.hellofawaytodie.com/single-post/2017/06/06/The-Pentagon-has-been-warning-about-climate-change-for-years Not a subscriber? You're missing out on bonus content! Sign up for the patreon today! - www.patreon.com/hellofawaytodie The Podcast - twitter.com/hellofaway Francis - twitter.com/armystrang Nate - twitter.com/inthesedeserts Adrian - www.instagram.com/presumptuous_nominee/

PREVIEW - Postcards from the Ukraine: Katherine Jacobsen Jun 02, 2017

Adrian talks with Katherine Jacobsen, a freelance journalist living in Ukraine and covering Russia and Ukraine for western media outlets. Jacobsen watched the Euromaidan revolution firsthand, and has an unusual perspective on Ukrainian society—both in terms of how the recent revolution unfolded, and in terms of how it responds to bureaucracy and the former Soviet system. Not a subscriber? You can get this and all our other bonus episodes for $5 a month right here - www.patreon.com/hellofawaytodie

Trump's orb handling skills May 31, 2017

The team takes on the President's orb handling skills, discusses just how bad of an officer you have to be to miss out on Officer Basic Course, and caps it off with just how great USAA really is. Read More here - https://www.hellofawaytodie.com/single-post/2017/05/31/Dont-drop-the-ball-On-Orbs-and-banks Not a subscriber? You're missing out on bonus content! Sign up for the patreon today! - www.patreon.com/hellofawaytodie The Podcast - twitter.com/hellofaway Francis - twitter.com/armystrang Nate - twitter.com/inthesedeserts Adrian - www.instagram.com/presumptuous_nominee/

She's Free: Our Chelsea Manning Release Party May 24, 2017

The three talk about Chelsea Manning and her recent release from military prison, as well as what those leaks mean for the future of American Imperialism. Not a subscriber? You're missing out on bonus content! Sign up for the patreon today! - www.patreon.com/hellofawaytodie The Podcast - twitter.com/hellofaway Francis - twitter.com/armystrang Nate - twitter.com/inthesedeserts Adrian - www.instagram.com/presumptuous_nominee/

Deep Throat State May 17, 2017

The team talks about why a military coup from the deep state is possibly the worst idea ever. Plus, the Comey firing and how exactly to influence the President of the free world. Not a subscriber? You're missing out on bonus content! Sign up for the patreon today! - www.patreon.com/hellofawaytodie The Podcast - twitter.com/hellofaway Francis - twitter.com/armystrang Nate - twitter.com/inthesedeserts Adrian - www.instagram.com/presumptuous_nominee/

Education in and out of the military, Feat. Freddie DeBoer May 10, 2017

Adrian interviews Freddie DeBoer about the current state, and future of education and the GI Bill. If you want to read more about education, check out Freddie's ANOVA blog project at https://fredrikdeboer.com Not a subscriber? You're missing out on bonus content! Sign up for the patreon today! - www.patreon.com/hellofawaytodie The Podcast - twitter.com/hellofaway Francis - twitter.com/armystrang Nate - twitter.com/inthesedeserts Adrian - www.instagram.com/presumptuous_nominee/

DS9 Teaser May 04, 2017

Teaser for the Bonus Episode with Will Menaker from Chapo Traphouse, in which Will, Adrian and Francis nerd out about Star Trek: Deep Space Nine. Get access to the full episode here - https://www.patreon.com/Hellofawaytodie

Only Warriors Deserve Free Tuition at Devry University May 03, 2017

The group talks about Sarah Palin attempting to remain relevant through facebook memes claiming that if you want free college, you should join up. Unfortunately she chose the cigarette smoking Marine Cpl. Blake Miller, who after the battle of Fallujah didn't go on to get a masters in accounting and instead suffers from obvious PTSD. We also talk about Tom Friedman and are confused as to why obvious treason in saying we should support ISIS as we did the Mujaheddin isn't getting him strung up by the right. Writeup about the meme and Cpl. Miller from Raw Story - http://www.rawstory.com/2017/04/sarah-palin-uses-marine-vet-who-suffered-ptsd-in-iraq-to-bash-college-students/ @adamjohnsonnyc writeup on Tom Friedman - https://www.commondreams.org/views/2017/04/15/thomas-friedmans-perverse-love-affair-isis Closing song is Au Revoir, But Not Good Bye Soldier Boy - Peerless Quartet Not a subscriber? You're missing out on bonus content! Sign up for the patreon today! - www.patreon.com/hellofawaytodie The Podcast - twitter.com/hellofaway Francis - twitter.com/armystrang Nate - twitter.com/inthesedeserts Adrian - www.instagram.com/presumptuous_nominee/

Bronze Star Awardees Only Apr 26, 2017

Nate and Francis talk about a new bill in Congress that aims to charge troops to use their GI Bill benefits, and all the other ways budget cuts seem to screw over Soldiers instead of new Aircraft Carriers. After that, they make fun of the new 'R' devices for Bronze Stars so drone pilots can feel special about their combat missions in between weekends at Vegas strip clubs. GI Bill story by twitter.com/AdamWeinstein - http://taskandpurpose.com/exclusive-gi-bill-reform-memorial-day/ Combat Award Devices - http://www.military.com/daily-news/2017/03/31/army-approves-new-award-devices-combat.html Not a subscriber? You're missing out on bonus content! Sign up for the patreon today! - www.patreon.com/hellofawaytodie The Podcast - twitter.com/hellofaway Francis - twitter.com/armystrang Nate - twitter.com/inthesedeserts Adrian - www.instagram.com/presumptuous_nominee/

COIN operated war Apr 19, 2017

The fire team is back with a new episode talking about the MOAB, Best Korea saber rattling, and just how useless American counterinsurgency training is, was, and will be. Not a subscriber? You're missing out on bonus content! Sign up for the patreon today! - https://www.patreon.com/hellofawaytodie The Podcast - twitter.com/hellofaway Francis - twitter.com/armystrang Nate - twitter.com/inthesedeserts Adrian - www.instagram.com/presumptuous_nominee/

Syria - A land of contrasts (Featuring Derek Davison) Apr 11, 2017

Derek Davison (@dwdavison9318)is back on the podcast as he and Francis try to parse out the recent American attack on a Syrian Airbase. Come join us on a journey of frustration and confusion. Derek's article - https://attwiw.com/2017/04/07/conflict-i-e-syria-update-april-7-2017/ Running list of liberal publications selling a new war - https://twitter.com/liberalism_txt/status/850803763086585856 Derek's Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/davisond13 The Podcast - twitter.com/hellofaway Francis - twitter.com/armystrang Nate - twitter.com/inthesedeserts Adrian - www.instagram.com/presumptuous_nominee/

Starship Troopers 3 with Matt Christman PREVIEW Apr 06, 2017

Preview of a bonus episode where Francis and Matt Christman (@cushbomb) talk about the third movie of the Starship Troopers franchise, and how it lines up with politics today. Would you like to know more? - https://www.patreon.com/Hellofawaytodie

Interview with Daily Beast writer and Marine Vet James LaPorta Apr 05, 2017

Francis talks with James LaPorta, a freelance journalist and a former U.S. Marine infantry squad leader and intelligence chief. He frequently covers national security and veterans issues. We talk Marines United, intelligence collecting and the possibility that Ivan is standing outside our windows listening to both of us. James on Twitter - https://twitter.com/jimlaporta Check out his writing for Daily Beast here - http://www.thedailybeast.com/contributors/james-laporta.html The Podcast - twitter.com/hellofaway Francis - twitter.com/armystrang Nate - twitter.com/inthesedeserts Adrian - www.instagram.com/presumptuous_nominee/

The Double Standard Between Generals and the Rest of us Dirtbags Mar 29, 2017

Adrian takes point to talk about the double standard for criminal punishment that exists between Generals, officers and all the lowly privates. The Podcast - twitter.com/hellofaway Francis - twitter.com/armystrang Nate - twitter.com/inthesedeserts Adrian - www.instagram.com/presumptuous_nominee/

The Unredeemable Portraits of Redemption Mar 22, 2017

This week, the team discusses the unredeemable George W. Bush and his paintings of wounded veterans. Plus, we discuss Chelsea Clinton's possible run for office and all manner of other Army nonsense Read Adrian's article on Portraits of Redemption here - https://medium.com/@HellOfAWay/why-do-we-venerate-george-w-bushs-creepy-war-portraits-ec0105fe56b6 The Podcast - twitter.com/hellofaway Francis - twitter.com/armystrang Nate - twitter.com/inthesedeserts Adrian - www.instagram.com/presumptuous_nominee/

The Marines United nude photo scandal, featuring Teresa Fazio Mar 14, 2017

Teresa Fazio, former Marine Corps officer, joins us at the smoke deck to talk about the recent nudes sharing scandal blowing up all over the military. She tells us how something like this is neither new or surprising, and we discuss how we've seen this during our own service and how a failure of leadership propagates these behaviors Read Thomas Brennan's story breaking the news here - https://www.revealnews.org/blog/hundreds-of-marines-investigated-for-sharing-photos-of-naked-colleagues/ Teresa Fazio was a Marine Corps officer from 2002-2006. Her writing has appeared in the New York Times, Task and Purpose, Consequence Magazine, and Penthouse. She is a contributor to the anthology The Road Ahead, and the nonfiction anthologies Retire the Colors and It's My Country, Too. She is on Twitter @DoctorFaz . Retire the Colors - https://www.amazon.com/Retire-Colors-Veterans-Civilians-Afghanistan-ebook/dp/B01LW83QBW/ref=sr_1_1?s=digital-text&ie=UTF8&qid=1489342102&sr=1-1&keywords=retire+the+colors It's my Too - https://www.amazon.com/Its-Country-Too-Revolution-Afghanistan/dp/1612348319/ref=tmm_hrd_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=1489342158&sr=1-1 The Podcast - twitter.com/hellofaway Francis - twitter.com/armystrang Nate - twitter.com/inthesedeserts Adrian - www.instagram.com/presumptuous_nominee/

Preview interview with Mikael Skillt Mar 10, 2017

Adrian talks with Swedish soldier Mikael Skillt about the politics of soldiers, and how quickly that goes out the window as soon as you take incoming fire. Follow Mikael on twitter at https://twitter.com/MikaelSkillt and be handy with the twitter translate function. If you want access to this and other bonus content, consider a $5 monthly pledge to the podcast at: https://www.patreon.com/Hellofawaytodie

What do you do with 54 billion dollars? Mar 08, 2017

Trump is promising us a $54b increase to the military budget so we can by more Ripits and Copenhagen long cut. The three talk about insane ways we've personally seen money spent by the Army, from buying useless shit that doesn't work, to just lighting it all on fire. Your tax dollars at work! We're going to start putting up regular articles and linking our work here as well, but be sure to follow the Podcast Twitter account @HellOfAWay for new Medium posts. First up, the beginners guide to buying guns from Francis. www.twitter.com/HellOfAWay/status…39190772490567681 Patreon subscribers, keep an eye out for new bonus content this week from Adrian out in the Ukraine. www.patreon.com/Hellofawaytodie Pick Up The Road Ahead, now available wherever books may be www.amazon.com/Road-Ahead-Storie…War/dp/1681773074 The Podcast - twitter.com/hellofaway Francis - twitter.com/armystrang Nate - twitter.com/inthesedeserts Adrian - www.instagram.com/presumptuous_nominee/

Clint Lorance, Allan West Murderfest Mar 01, 2017

How bad do you need to screw up to get charged with murder in a War Zone? We talk about the the push to get a pardon for Lt. Clint Lorance, a guy who managed to go to jail for killing people in Iraq, and why he should stay there. Adam Linehan article - http://taskandpurpose.com/think-lt-clint-lorance-murderer/ Article about the CIA bungling pretty much everything having to do with Iraq and ISIS We should have a bonus episode coming out soon. If you'd like access, it will run you five dollars a month. Give often and give generously. www.patreon.com/Hellofawaytodie Pick Up The Road Ahead, now available wherever books may be www.amazon.com/Road-Ahead-Storie…War/dp/1681773074 The Podcast - twitter.com/hellofaway Francis - twitter.com/armystrang Nate - twitter.com/inthesedeserts Adrian - www.instagram.com/presumptuous_nominee/

Bonus Episode Preview - Felix Biederman Feb 27, 2017

First bonus episod with Felix Biederman (@ByYourLogic) of Chapo Trap House as we talk midwest gunfucking and the left

The past, present, and future of America with Iran. Featuring Derek Davison Feb 22, 2017

Adrian is out hunting Ukranian Nazis so Francis and Nate are joined by Derek Davison, an expert on Iran. We talk about the Iran/Iraq war, the history of American foreign policy with Iran and if Francis is going to get smeared across the Persian Gulf in an eventual ground war against the Iranian military. Follow Derek for middle east news and general twitter goodness - https://twitter.com/dwdavison9318 His blog - attwiw.com Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/davisond13 Paypal - paypal.me/DerekDavison As always, you can give your money directly to the troops. We promise to spend it on booze and porn and not Raytheon Hellfires www.patreon.com/Hellofawaytodie Pick Up The Road Ahead, now available wherever books may be www.amazon.com/Road-Ahead-Storie…War/dp/1681773074 The Podcast - twitter.com/hellofaway Francis - twitter.com/armystrang Nate - twitter.com/inthesedeserts Adrian - www.instagram.com/presumptuous_nominee/

Leftist, don't get left behind! Join today! Feb 15, 2017

Should a leftist join the American military, or does that just make you a tool for the imperial war machine? Is there anything a lefty can learn from serving, or is it all just a waste of time? This week the team expands on Adrian's article in Task and Purpose, responding to the Deadspin article by Hamilton Nolan about why you shouldn't join the military under the current administration. Hamilton Nolan article - http://theconcourse.deadspin.com/dont-join-the-military-1791821274 Adrian's article - http://taskandpurpose.com/discouraging-americans-joining-military-totally-wrong/ We should have a bonus episode coming out soon. If you'd like access, it will run you five dollars a month. Give often and give generously. www.patreon.com/Hellofawaytodie Pick Up The Road Ahead, now available wherever books may be www.amazon.com/Road-Ahead-Storie…War/dp/1681773074 The Podcast - twitter.com/hellofaway Francis - twitter.com/armystrang Nate - twitter.com/inthesedeserts Adrian - www.instagram.com/presumptuous_nominee/

Islamophobia and the Muslim Ban Feb 08, 2017

This week we talk about the Muslim ban and the roots of Islamophobia in America and what it means for troops like us who have spent time in some of these banned countries PATREON IS UP. Give your money to troops directly. Don't let the government funnel it through the tax system. They mess it up anyway. www.patreon.com/Hellofawaytodie Pick Up The Road Ahead, now available wherever books may be www.amazon.com/Road-Ahead-Storie…War/dp/1681773074 The Podcast - twitter.com/hellofaway Francis - twitter.com/armystrang Nate - twitter.com/inthesedeserts Adrian - www.instagram.com/presumptuous_nominee/

BONUS EPISODE: The Road Ahead Feb 02, 2017

Welcome to the free release of the first bonus episode with Nate and Adrian as they talk about their book, The Road Ahead. After this all other bonus episodes will be behind out $5 a month paywall accessible through out Patreon page, www.patreon.com/Hellofawaytodie Pick Up The Road Ahead, now available wherever books may be www.amazon.com/Road-Ahead-Storie…War/dp/1681773074 The Podcast - twitter.com/hellofaway Francis - twitter.com/armystrang Nate - twitter.com/inthesedeserts Adrian - www.instagram.com/presumptuous_nominee/

What does a Socialist utopia do with a standing Army? Jan 25, 2017

So you have a socialist America. Great! Now what do you do with the most powerful military in the world? The team discusses the role of the warfighter in this brave new world. PATREON IS UP. Give your money to troops directly. Don't let the government funnel it through the tax system. They mess it up anyway. www.patreon.com/Hellofawaytodie Pick Up The Road Ahead, now available wherever books may be www.amazon.com/Road-Ahead-Storie…War/dp/1681773074 The Podcast - twitter.com/hellofaway Francis - twitter.com/armystrang Nate - twitter.com/inthesedeserts Adrian - www.instagram.com/presumptuous_nominee/

Who's ready for a war? Jan 18, 2017

The fire team discusses if we're ready for the next big war, and what that war might entail (provided we don't just nuke each other seven times over.) PATREON IS UP. Give your money to troops directly. Don't let the government funnel it through the tax system. They mess it up anyway https://www.patreon.com/Hellofawaytodie Pick Up The Road Ahead, now available wherever books may be https://www.amazon.com/Road-Ahead-Stories-Forever-War/dp/1681773074 The Podcast - twitter.com/hellofaway Francis - twitter.com/armystrang Nate - twitter.com/inthesedeserts Adrian - www.instagram.com/presumptuous_nominee/

How to go to war: The Draft Jan 11, 2017

The fireteam talks about the Draft starting with the Civil War and going up to the 1980s selective service act. Is it right to send resistant hippies to the front lines? Do we even want them there? Also, the Patreon is in the process of getting approved and we'll put that info out when we have it. Like us, subscribe to us and follow us on our various accounts The Podcast - https://twitter.com/hellofaway Francis - https://twitter.com/armystrang Nate - https://twitter.com/inthesedeserts Adrian - https://www.instagram.com/presumptuous_nominee/ And get the book The Road Ahead - https://www.amazon.com/Road-Ahead-Stories-Forever-War/dp/1681773074/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1483389137&sr=8-1&keywords=the%20road%20ahead

The GI Bill: letting the military pay for a BA in underwater basketweaving Jan 04, 2017

Adrian Bonenberger joins Nate and Francis to talk about the GI Bill, the post 9/11 bill and all the ways the military like to call you worthless and unable to function in polite society. In the news segment, we discuss the DoD health officials warning that energy drinks, the very life blood of the deployed troop, are suddenly bad for you. Support the troops and pick up The Road Ahead: Stories Of the Forever War from Amazon or other places books are sold. With stories from all over the military, including host Nate Bethea (@inthesedeserts) and edited by Adrian Bonenberger. https://www.amazon.com/Road-Ahead-Stories-Forever-War/dp/1681773074/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1483389137&sr=8-1&keywords=the%20road%20ahead

Christmas Recall Formation Dec 28, 2016

Francis and Nate chat about Christmas overseas, care packages and getting drunk in a war zone

No Money, Mo Problems Dec 21, 2016

Nate and Joker talk about Payday loans and other ways people who don't love the troops try to dick us over. In the news section, we mourn the passing of the M113 Armored personnel carrier and all those grunts from Vietnam to today forced to sit inside the damn things

I refuse to reference any 80s pop song mentioning Japan Dec 16, 2016

Quick episode of just me talking about Japan. We'll be recording a new episode with Nate this weekend. Be sure to also check out my article in Task and Purpose about the intersection of bad drug laws and bad gun laws. http://taskandpurpose.com/bs-marijuana-users-dont-right-bear-arms/

Being Civilized in an Uncivil War Nov 29, 2016

We have a new Cohost! Nate Bethea, former infantry, Ranger qualified and all around smart dude joins the podcast to talk about the lack of compassion in the military This will be the last guaranteed episode for the next couple weeks as I'm traveling, but I'll try to get interviews and new things uploaded while I'm away

Bridging the Gap Nov 23, 2016

Talk of the present and talk of the future of the podcast

This is my Boomstick Nov 16, 2016

Today we discuss how awesome guns are and how bad the government is at planning

Veterans day deals and the future of the stoned Soldier Nov 09, 2016

Veterans day deals and the future of the stoned Soldier by What a Hell of a Way to Die