
from the bunker podcast
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Ep. 21: Matt "Rendar" Klein
In this engaging conversation, Matt Rendar, a retired NYPD detective and artist, shares his unique journey from law enforcement to the world of art and gaming. He discusses his military background, the creative process behind his collaborations on children's books, and the intersection of his interests in gaming and military culture. Matt reflects on the evolution of military technology and culture, offering insights into leadership and the importance of embracing the military experience. He concludes with advice for new soldiers, emphasizing the value of making the most out of their time in service.
Ep. 20: Kenny W./Beyond the Barrel
Slim Reaper sits down with Kenny, an interdiction cop, business-owner, and podcast host to talk military and law enforcement parallels, traps, and life outside uniforms.
Ep. 19: Riley Tejcek (US Marine/USA Bobsled/Author
Riley Tejcek tells us about her journey from college softball, to Marine Corps Officer, USA Bobsledder & children's book author.
Ep. 18: Weston Scott (Director/Producer)
Eli chats with Weston Scott, a Marine Corps veteran who works as a Director and Producer. You may have seen him back in the day on Attack Of The Show on G4TV and has done some acting as well.
Ep. 17: John Henry Parker - Marine, Author, Analyst
Eli interviews author and behavioral assessment analyst John Henry Parker about his life which included service in the Marine Corps, authoring multiple books and an amazing journey of healing and change.
Ep. 16: CSM (Ret) Donald Mcalister
Retired Command Sergeant Major Donald Mcalister of the 82nd Airborne talks with Eli about Iraq, Afghanistan, getting hurt in combat, training soldiers and finding purpose after service.
Ep. 15: Erik Lawrence
Eli chats with Erik Lawrence, Green Beret, GWOT era Government Contractor and Author. His latest book Fire Support: A Veteran's Guide to Life Beyond Service helps veterans to heal their bodies and minds with simple tips and tricks.
Ep. 14: Alo Arsenal
Slim Reaper chats with Arron, an ORS vet and entrepreneur.
Ep. 13: Mikael Cook & The Afghanistan Withdraw
Eli sits down with Mikael Cook, veteran and author of Life and Death at Abbey Gate, a book about the scramble to save his friend during the hasty withdrawal of troops in Afghanistan.
Ep. 12: Tsunami's, Afghanistan, Riots, Fires & Poland!
Eli chats with Nick Magos, Marine Corps and Army National Guard veteran. Nick has been all over the world and seen many things the average man has not!
Ep. 11: Ados Acktual
Slim reaper hangs out with Ados Acktual and talks recruiting crisis, Iran, and random topics.
Ep. 10: That One Time I Tried Cage Fighting
Eli chats with 16 year Army National Guard veteran PJ Brack. He married with 5 children, fought in two MMA matches, deployed to Afghanistan & Iraq/Kuwait, and has served a Heavy Equipment Operator, Combat Engineers, Combat Medic & Recruiter.
Ep. 9: The Most Interesting Man
Burke hangs out with possibly the most interesting man in the world. The amateur fighter, Army officer, and world traveler talk about life and skills in this week's episode.
Ep. 8: "Floor it Harold!"
Eli chats with his driver from his 2010-2011 Afghanistan deployment who is now a Sergeant First Class (E7) in the Army National Guard. Plenty of funny stories here and real life insight into guard life.
Ep. 7: Putasos Fight Apparel
Boot Scoot Actual interviews Ralph Sarabia who is the founder of Putasos Fight Apparel, a Marine Corps combat veteran & Vet Center counselor. They discuss life, overcoming PTSD, not being a victim and supporting our brothers and sisters.
Ep. 6: TBIs and Anxiety-High
Bunker Bros lightens the mood with a comedy episode featuring a team-leader duo.
Ep. 5: War Murals
Bunker Bros talks to The War Murals Project's Eric Strand, and his journey to bring art from the combat zones to the home front.
Ep. 4: Honeymoon in Syria
BootScoot and Bunker Bros sit down with a combat medic from their recent deployment and talk life.
Ep. 3: Wars and Stuff
Bunker Bros sit down with Ados Acktual and talk games, modern warfare, the change in writ of awards and combat, and things that veterans experience that you may not know is common. As a vet, you're not alone with what you think and feel.
Ep. 2: The Vagabond Motor Inn
Sniper, Rig-worker, Gunsmith. This man has an interesting story. Slim Reaper and Boot Scoot sit down with our friend to talk about early GWOT, life in the civilian world, and why it's important for vets to be strong and look out for one-another.
Ep. 1: Meet The Bros
The founders of the GWOT veteran company, Bunker Bros, introduce themselves and talk about the different times of conflict they saw when the joined the military.