"I was a product of the Cold War."

Army veteran, Mr. Bob Charles, joins us in-studio for this episode to tell us about his journey. From joining the Army Reserves and mobilizing for Desert Storm, to slinging pizzas and concrete after separation; rejoining after 9/11 and deploying to Iraq, joining the Civil Affairs Corps; golfing with 2-star generals, angry mothers-in-law, and pink soju near the DMZ, Mr. Charles has had quite the ride, and he's happy to share the details.

In the Free Fire Area, Dan and Roger discuss their favorite fictional universes: Star Wars and steampunk. Nerds!

Theme song by The Mountain via Pixabay.

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We're kicking off 2026 with our first Navy SEAL! Mr. Tommy Richardson joins us in studio to tell us about being bullied as kid, following the family tradition of service into the Marine Corps, and getting issued riot gear after the September 11th attacks.

The Corps may have sent him to the Philippines, Iraq, and Haiti, but the fun really started when he decided to become a SEAL. From a busted pelvis in BUDS to many, many trips to Afghanistan to the Home Base program and Divine Savagery, Mr. Richardson's mission isn't even close to finished.

In the Free Fire Area, Dan and Roger discuss where they would like to see the show go in 2026.

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It's the final episode of 2025! We begin with a little bit of self-reflection, a lot of thanks for our audience and guests, and the obligatory gift exchange.

Then it's time for another international Christmas journey as Dan leads Roger through the traditions and cuisines that people may encounter if they can't be home for the holidays.

Afterwards, we return home to relax with a tasting and review of 13 Heroes bourbon and our final thoughts to close out another great year!

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Merry Christmas!

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