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Send us Fan Mail In this episode Maria interviews Brittany Younker, the newest member of the EOD Warrior Foundation team. Brittany shares her journey from a small town in New Mexico to serving in the Army National Guard and transitioning to active duty. She discusses her motivations for joining the military, her experiences as a military police officer, and her eventual role as a logistics officer. Brittany also shares her personal story of meeting her husband, an EOD technician, and her excitement about joining the EOD community. The conversation highlights her family life, including her four boys and a new baby on the way, as well as her role at the EOD Warrior Foundation, where she will be working to support fellow veterans. Support the show Click here to support Behind the Warrior Podcast today!  https://interland3.donorperfect.net/weblink/weblink.aspx?name=E110509&id=354

Send us Fan Mail Join us for the final interview in a powerful nine-part interview series featuring former EOD Technicians who have stepped forward to share their stories. Each conversation highlights their personal struggles, the adversity they’ve faced, and the resilience that carried them through—offered in the hope of inspiring fellow Techs to prioritize their mental health. In this conversation, Jerry Shelton, a retired Air Force EOD technician, reflects on his 30-year career, discussing the evolution of his service from the Cold War to modern conflicts. He emphasizes the importance of camaraderie in the EOD community and shares his personal experiences with mental health, trauma, and coping strategies. Shelton advocates for community support and open communication among veterans, highlighting the significance of connection in overcoming struggles. He also discusses the benefits of transcendental meditation and encourages others to reach out for help, promoting a message of resilience and optimism in the face of challenges. Support the show Click here to support Behind the Warrior Podcast today!  https://interland3.donorperfect.net/weblink/weblink.aspx?name=E110509&id=354

Send us Fan Mail Join us for the 8th interview in a powerful nine-part interview series featuring former EOD Technicians who have stepped forward to share their stories. Each conversation highlights their personal struggles, the adversity they’ve faced, and the resilience that carried them through—offered in the hope of inspiring fellow Techs to prioritize their mental health. In this conversation, John Clem shares his journey as an EOD technician, highlighting his military career, personal struggles with alcohol and mental health, and the importance of community support. He emphasizes the significance of therapy and reaching out for help, especially in the wake of suicide and mental health challenges faced by veterans. John encourages others to share their experiences and seek support, reinforcing that everyone's journey is valid and deserving of attention. Support the show Click here to support Behind the Warrior Podcast today!  https://interland3.donorperfect.net/weblink/weblink.aspx?name=E110509&id=354

Send us Fan Mail Join us for the 7th interview in a powerful nine-part interview series featuring former EOD Technicians who have stepped forward to share their stories. Each conversation highlights their personal struggles, the adversity they’ve faced, and the resilience that carried them through—offered in the hope of inspiring fellow Techs to prioritize their mental health. In this conversation, Ray White shares his journey as an Army EOD technician, discussing his resilience, mental health struggles, and the impact of suicide within the military community. He emphasizes the importance of seeking help, daily practices for mental well-being, and the need for purpose after service. Through his experiences, he offers valuable insights into overcoming trauma and supporting others in similar situations. Support the show Click here to support Behind the Warrior Podcast today!  https://interland3.donorperfect.net/weblink/weblink.aspx?name=E110509&id=354

Send us Fan Mail Join us for the 6th interview in a powerful nine-part interview series featuring former EOD Technicians who have stepped forward to share their stories. Each conversation highlights their personal struggles, the adversity they’ve faced, and the resilience that carried them through—offered in the hope of inspiring fellow Techs to prioritize their mental health. In this conversation, Jeffrey Dawson shares his experiences as an Army veteran, discussing his military service, mental health struggles, and the therapies that have helped him cope. He emphasizes the importance of community support, the impact of suicide on both military and civilian friends, and his journey with PTSD and TBI. Dawson encourages others to be vulnerable and seek help, redefining success beyond the rigid standards often associated with military life. Support the show Click here to support Behind the Warrior Podcast today!  https://interland3.donorperfect.net/weblink/weblink.aspx?name=E110509&id=354

Send us Fan Mail Join us for the 5th interview in a powerful nine-part interview series featuring former EOD Technicians who have stepped forward to share their stories. Each conversation highlights their personal struggles, the adversity they’ve faced, and the resilience that carried them through—offered in the hope of inspiring fellow Techs to prioritize their mental health. In this conversation, Steven Wilkes shares his experiences as an EOD technician in the Army, discussing the challenges and triumphs of his military career. He opens up about his struggles with mental health, the impact of suicide within the EOD community, and his journey towards recovery. Steven emphasizes the importance of addressing mental health issues and breaking the stigma surrounding therapy in the military. Support the show Click here to support Behind the Warrior Podcast today!  https://interland3.donorperfect.net/weblink/weblink.aspx?name=E110509&id=354

Send us Fan Mail Join us for the 4th interview in a powerful nine-part interview series featuring former EOD Technicians who have stepped forward to share their stories. Each conversation highlights their personal struggles, the adversity they’ve faced, and the resilience that carried them through—offered in the hope of inspiring fellow Techs to prioritize their mental health.  In this conversation Chris shares his unique experiences in the military, including his time at the White House and his emotional journey dealing with the challenges of his profession. He discusses the importance of mental health, coping mechanisms like acting and writing, and offers advice to fellow EOD technicians who may be struggling. Chris emphasizes the need for continuous learning and self-improvement in both military and personal life. Support the show Click here to support Behind the Warrior Podcast today!  https://interland3.donorperfect.net/weblink/weblink.aspx?name=E110509&id=354

Send us Fan Mail Join us for the 3nd interview in a powerful nine-part interview series featuring former EOD Technicians who have stepped forward to share their stories. Each conversation highlights their personal struggles, the adversity they’ve faced, and the resilience that carried them through—offered in the hope of inspiring fellow Techs to prioritize their mental health.  In this conversation, Ron Minton, a member of the United States Navy and EOD tech, shares his experiences and insights on resilience, community, and mental health challenges faced by service members. He discusses the importance of support systems, coping strategies, and the impact of loss and suicide within the military community. Ron emphasizes the need for self-care and encourages others to seek help while redefining the concept of success and failure in their lives. Support the show Click here to support Behind the Warrior Podcast today!  https://interland3.donorperfect.net/weblink/weblink.aspx?name=E110509&id=354

Send us Fan Mail Join us for the 2nd interview in a powerful nine-part interview series featuring former EOD Technicians who have stepped forward to share their stories. Each conversation highlights their personal struggles, the adversity they’ve faced, and the resilience that carried them through—offered in the hope of inspiring fellow Techs to prioritize their mental health.  In this conversation, Jerron Clark shares his experiences as a Navy EOD technician, highlighting the importance of teamwork, personal growth, and mental health awareness. He discusses his deployments, the challenges of leadership, and the significance of seeking help for mental health struggles. Jerron emphasizes the need for open communication and support within the military community, particularly regarding mental health issues such as PTSD and TBI. Support the show Click here to support Behind the Warrior Podcast today!  https://interland3.donorperfect.net/weblink/weblink.aspx?name=E110509&id=354

Send us Fan Mail  Join us for the first installment in a powerful nine-part interview series featuring former EOD Technicians who have stepped forward to share their stories. Each conversation highlights their personal struggles, the adversity they’ve faced, and the resilience that carried them through—offered in the hope of inspiring fellow Techs to prioritize their mental health.  In this episode, Jeff speaks candidly about mental health, the warning signs friends may notice before you do, and the vital work of After the Long Walk in building community and advancing suicide prevention efforts.  Support the show Click here to support Behind the Warrior Podcast today!  https://interland3.donorperfect.net/weblink/weblink.aspx?name=E110509&id=354

Send us Fan Mail In this episode Maria sits down with Navy veteran, actress, and advocate Jennifer Marshall, you may know her from Netflix's Stranger Things and as the host of Mysteries Decoded on the CW. They discuss Jennifer's journey from a challenging childhood to her military service in the Navy, her transition to civilian life, and her experiences with cancer. Jennifer shares her insights on mental health, the importance of cancer awareness, and her advocacy for the veteran community. The conversation highlights her resilience, the challenges of navigating life after the military, and her passion for acting and helping others. Support the show Click here to support Behind the Warrior Podcast today!  https://interland3.donorperfect.net/weblink/weblink.aspx?name=E110509&id=354

Send us Fan Mail In this interview, we sit down with the Chairman of the Board of the EOD Warrior Foundation, retired Air Force EOD Tech Greg K. Mittelman and former Executive Director of the EOD Warrior Foundation, Nicole Motsek, to learn about the inspiration behind the EOD History Path.   For more information: https://eod-wf.org/eod-history-path/ Support the show Click here to support Behind the Warrior Podcast today!  https://interland3.donorperfect.net/weblink/weblink.aspx?name=E110509&id=354

Send us Fan Mail In this episode we follow back up with former Air Force EOD technician and PhD candidate, Charles O. Warner III who we last spoke to in Ep. 89, and who is now wrapping up his doctoral dissertation!  In this episode Charles talks about how veterans shape collective memory, activism, and highlights veterans as important contributors to remembrance, dialogue, and peacebuilding across borders.  The Veterans Eclectic: https://theveteranseclectic.wordpress.com/  Contact Charles: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cwarner3/  Wangachimutu, M-U-T-U  While there isn't one single "official" website, you can find extensive information, exhibitions, and artwork details for Wangechi Mutu on major gallery sites like Pace Prints, museum pages (MoMA, New Museum,  Support the show Click here to support Behind the Warrior Podcast today!  https://interland3.donorperfect.net/weblink/weblink.aspx?name=E110509&id=354

Send us Fan Mail Join us for a riveting romance with our famous Retired Army Sergeant Major and former EOD Tech and Delta Force Operator Mike Vining and the love of his life, Wildlife Photographer and author Donna Ikenberry.   In this interview we are swept into a story of two soul mates who met on a mountaintop, and learn how their love story unfolds into the most adventurous courtship that spans across some of the highest summits in the world. https://www.donnaikenberryphotography.com/about Support the show Click here to support Behind the Warrior Podcast today!  https://interland3.donorperfect.net/weblink/weblink.aspx?name=E110509&id=354

Send us Fan Mail In the second interview in this two part series on ice baths, we are speaking with the CoFounder of Morozko Forge, Jason Stauffer.  In this episode Jason shares his winding career path, which ultimately led him to the discovery of the powers of ice baths, his journey of cofounding Morozko Forge, and the powerful benefits of ice baths.  Support the show Click here to support Behind the Warrior Podcast today!  https://interland3.donorperfect.net/weblink/weblink.aspx?name=E110509&id=354