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11BangGang
11BangGang
Author: Alex Rivers
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"11BangGang" is a raw, unfiltered podcast where host and infantry veteran Alex brings on fellow combat vets to share their gripping stories from the battlefield. With a focus on authenticity, the show dives into the realities of war, the struggles of PTSD, and the challenging transition back to civilian life. Each episode offers a candid look at the brotherhood, resilience, and recovery of those who’ve served, delivering powerful narratives that honor the infantry experience.
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Today i sat down with Josh Sust. He was Marine with 2nd BN 4th Marines. He deployed on the 31st and 11th MEU. On his third deployment to Afghanistan he was wounded by a IED. We talk about his time in service and the injuries he sustained in the injury. He also explains his new passion he is volunteering time for Wounded Warrior Outdoors.https://www.woundedwarrioroutdoors.com/https://linktr.ee/Bastard24Podcast theme music by Transistor.fm. Learn how to start a podcast here.
Today I sat down with Jon King, he was a blackhawk "dustoff" pilot. He served in the Air Force for 10 years before moving to the Army to become a pilot. He was deployed to Afghanistan 3 times and left the Army as a CWO3. During our conversation we talked about his deployments, the toll that takes on someone, and his entrepreneurial spirit and the businesses he started after the military. https://linktr.ee/Bastard24Founded/Lead Eagle Rising Foundation (nonprofit) https://eaglerisingfoundation.com/ Currently: Own/GM Goose's Bar & Grill https://goosesneb.com/ Own/Run Www.vrbginc.com https://realapparelcompany.shop/ P & P Design https://pandpdesign.myshopify.com/ All About That Bounce https://vrbginc.com/aatb/ Currently run/operate: https://pandpdesign.myshopify.com/ (85%-them/15% - us) profit split with organization All About That Bounce https://vrbginc.com/aatb/ No charge to nonprofits if labor/transport provided. Discounts for schools and other orgs & professions (Military, veterans, teachers, medical folks etc) Founded/Lead Eagle Rising Foundation (nonprofit) Doing local events and mentorship in a whole new way https://eaglerisingfoundation.com/If you enjoyed this episode please suscribe and share. Podcast theme music by Transistor.fm. Learn how to start a podcast here.
I sat down with Gabe to talk about his experiences in Afghanistan. He is a purple heart recipient, boundary pusher, and a success story. He was in 2nd Battalion 4th Marines, it was a great conversation, we have a good time talking about old friends and common experiences. If you like this episode please subscribe and share. https://linktr.ee/Bastard24Podcast theme music by Transistor.fm. Learn how to start a podcast here.
Me and Hitman sit down and talk about his time in the Navy as an MP dog handler. He talks about his deployments in Iraq and to South and central America. We also discuss his struggle with mental health and a motorcycle accident. He now does comedy, music, tattoos and is a barber. https://linktr.ee/Bastard24If you enjoyed the episode please share. Podcast theme music by Transistor.fm. Learn how to start a podcast here.
I sit down with Carlos, who deployed with the Army 4 times, 3 to Iraq and 1 to Haiti. He was a logistics soldier in an infantry company. During his time overseas, his job morphed into a combat-heavy role. We talk about his experiences overseas, family life, struggles with mental health, and how cannabis saved him from alcohol and pain pills.Veterans for Cannabis facebook:https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61567178085978https://linktr.ee/Bastard24Podcast theme music by Transistor.fm. Learn how to start a podcast here.
Matt Macke is an Army combat veteran who served with the 1/168 INF, 1/133 INF 34ID. He deployed to both Iraq and Afghanistan. We talk about his combat experiences in both conflicts and his injuries sustained in Afghanistan. We also talk about his recovery and life after the military also his divorce that made national headlines! https://linktr.ee/Bastard24Thank you for listening if you like this episode please share.Podcast theme music by Transistor.fm. Learn how to start a podcast here.
Today I sit down with Kenny Dupar who retired a LtCol in the Army. He was a engineer with the Army Corps of engineers. He deployed to Iraq on the initial invasion and the last deployment when the United States pulled out. https://linktr.ee/Bastard24Podcast theme music by Transistor.fm. Learn how to start a podcast here.
Jon makes a second appearance after coming on for episode 1. This time we talked about his experiences after the Marine Corps. We talking about taking responsibility in life and being humble.If you enjoyed this episode please subscribe and share the podcast.https://linktr.ee/Bastard24Podcast theme music by Transistor.fm. Learn how to start a podcast here.
I sat down with Eric Johnson, he was a Marine Corps Machine Gunner who deployed to Iraq twice and Afghanistan once. We had a fantastic conversation about his combat experiences and personal struggles and how be overcame them. Thank you for listening and if you like the show please subscribe. https://linktr.ee/Bastard24Podcast theme music by Transistor.fm. Learn how to start a podcast here.
Andrew a Recon Marine who deployed to Afghanistan twice sits down and talks last deployment (If you have not listened to part 1 i recommend you do so, episode 7). We also share our thoughts on the war in Afghanistan. This is a hard conversation to have and i wanted to say thank you to Andrew for sitting down with me and having an educated conversation, while still honoring the heroism and sacrifice of our brothers. The book i mentioned in the episode about the special forces in 2014/2015 is ''Eagle Down'' by Jessica Donati Thank you to everyone that listens if you like the podcast please subscribe and share it. Podcast theme music by Transistor.fm. Learn how to start a podcast here.
Today i sit down with a Recon Marine who served 2 tours in Afghanistan. We talk early training, Afghanistan and combat. This will be the first of two episodes. If you enjoyed this episode please subscribe and share. https://linktr.ee/Bastard24Podcast theme music by Transistor.fm. Learn how to start a podcast here.
Today i sat down with John Oyston who depolyed many times over his 18 year service in the Marine Corps and the Army, including twice to Iraq and to Afghanistan. We talk about his time in Ramadi Iraq, other deployments, his struggles and victories in mental health, and were he is today.If you enjoy the show please share and subscribe.linktr.ee/Bastard24Podcast theme music by Transistor.fm. Learn how to start a podcast here.
Today I sit down with Justin who deployed with 2nd BN 4th Marines to Afghanistan and was wounded in combat. We talk his upbringing, time in the Marines, him getting shot, his recovery, and the path that led him to where he is today. If you enjoyed the show please subscribe and share the show.My socials https://linktr.ee/Bastard24Podcast theme music by Transistor.fm. Learn how to start a podcast here.
I sit down with Shayne Wood for part 2. We talk his experience in getting out of the Marine Corps, time in a MC, his trials and tribulations, wilderness and survival, and his transformation both physically and spiritually that have led him to where he is today. Please follow his social media. https://www.instagram.com/the_gritty_woodsman?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==https://www.facebook.com/shayne.wood.859505If you enjoyed this episode please share it. Podcast theme music by Transistor.fm. Learn how to start a podcast here.
Today I sit down with a SPC from 3rd Brigade 1st Armored Division, who deployed to Afghanistan from 2011 to 2012 in the Logar province to COP Charkh.-His X handle is @FLR11BThank you for listening if you like the podcast please share.Podcast theme music by Transistor.fm. Learn how to start a podcast here.
I sat down Shayne Wood a Marine from 2nd Battalion 4th Marines. The episode got cut short so there will be a part 2.If you want to be a guest on the show or have any questions please email me at Rivers241140@gmail.comPodcast theme music by Transistor.fm. Learn how to start a podcast here.
I sit down Jon a Marine from 2nd battalion 4th Marines. He deployed on the 11th MEU and to Afghanistan. If you have and questions or want to be on the show please email me at Rivers241140@gmail.comPodcast theme music by Transistor.fm. Learn how to start a podcast here.







