The Lost Art Project: Veterans’ Voices

Join me as I sit down with 1stSgt John Crouch, USMC (Ret.), who shares his journey before joining the Marine Corps and the challenges he faced in boot camp. Feeling at times like he was falling short and calling himself a “subpar Marine,” John pushed through the doubts and adversity to become the motivated leader he is today.
Hear how perseverance, determination, and the drive to improve shaped his career and the Marines he would later lead. John has a way of telling his story that pulls you in and makes you feel like you were right there beside him.
Don’t miss this powerful conversation and another incredible veteran story.

Justin Roopnarine, Air Force Veteran, shares a truly unique veteran story. After earning his college degree, Justin made the bold decision to join the military—despite having little prior knowledge or experience with military life. Determined to serve, he pursued a commission and became an officer in the Air Force.
Using his engineering talents, Justin was assigned to work on rocket systems, contributing to critical projects and gaining opportunities to be involved in some truly special work during his time in service. His experiences highlight both the challenges and excitement of stepping into a highly technical role within the military.
After a rewarding career in the Air Force, Justin eventually transitioned into the civilian sector, taking the skills and lessons he learned in uniform with him and now serves as a managing partner for Limitless Capital.
Don’t miss this fascinating conversation and the story of a veteran whose path into military service was anything but typical.
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Tune in for another episode of Jarhead Jabber, the official podcast of the Marine Corps League. This show brings Marines together to talk about the issues, stories, and experiences that connect the Marine Corps League.
With great conversation, plenty of Marine Corps humor, and insight from Marines who have served in the League, Jarhead Jabber keeps the spirit of the Corps alive while highlighting the people that make the Marine Corps League what it is.
Don’t miss this episode of Jarhead Jabber — where Marines come together to talk, laugh, and keep the brotherhood strong. Semper Fi.

Join us Sunday evening for another FireSide Chat with the Crew as we wrap up the week with good conversation, plenty of laughs, and stories you never know are coming. These chats are a chance for the crew to sit back, talk about what’s been going on during the week, share a few military stories, discuss the veteran community, and just enjoy some good old-fashioned conversation.
FireSide Chats are always relaxed and unscripted, which means the conversation can go just about anywhere. Whether it’s talking about life after the military, current events, lessons learned from service, or just giving each other a hard time, it’s always a good time around the fire.
Grab a seat, relax, and join us for this week’s FireSide Chat with the Crew.

Join us for another FireSide Chat with the Crew as we sit back, relax, and talk about whatever is on our minds this week. These episodes are always a good time as the crew gets together to share stories, discuss current events, talk about the veteran community, and of course throw in a few laughs along the way.
Whether it's stories from our time in service, conversations about what veterans are dealing with today, or just some good old-fashioned banter, you never know where the conversation will go. That’s what makes these chats so enjoyable.
So grab a seat by the fire and join the conversation. You never know what might come up during a FireSide Chat with the Crew.

Dan Gross, Navy Veteran, returns for Part 4 of his veteran story, where he dives deeper into his deployments and the challenges of finding the right role while serving in the reserves. Navigating the balance between leadership, responsibility, and the realities of reserve life wasn’t always easy.
Known for speaking his mind, Dan shares how his honesty sometimes got him into trouble—but he never backed down from doing what he believed was right. Above all, he remained committed to taking care of his team and standing up for those under his leadership.
Tune in as Dan continues sharing sea stories, hard lessons learned, and the leadership principles that guided him throughout his Navy career.

Dan Gross, Navy Veteran, continues sharing sea stories and lessons learned from an incredible military career. From his time serving as a Navy officer to navigating the unique challenges of the reserves, Dan reflects on the leadership, responsibility, and dedication required to balance military service with civilian life.
With honesty and humor, he talks about the realities of being a reservist, the importance of strong leadership, and the experiences that shaped him along the way. His stories highlight the commitment and resilience of those who serve both in and out of uniform.
Tune in for another great conversation filled with sea stories, insight, and a few lessons learned along the way.

Join us for another powerful episode I sit down with Marine Corps Veteran David Porter.
Following in his father’s footsteps, David chose to serve his country by joining the United States Marine Corps. Becoming a Marine infantryman and TOW gunner (anti-tank missileman), he quickly learned the responsibility and skill required to operate one of the Corps’ powerful weapons systems.
Serving as a Marine reservist, David’s path was a little different from many active-duty Marines. Balancing civilian life with military service, he trained one weekend a month and two weeks each year while continuing to sharpen his skills with a unit that had recently returned from Desert Storm, gaining valuable knowledge and experience from seasoned Marines.
After completing his time in the Marine Corps, David continued his life of service by joining the police force. There he excelled, serving in several specialized units throughout his career. Eventually, his leadership and experience led him into a mentorship role, helping fellow officers navigate stress and deal with the challenges and post-traumatic experiences that can come with the job.
This is a must-watch episode as David shares stories from the Marine Corps, law enforcement, and the lessons learned from a lifetime of service.

Join us once again for another FireSide Chat w/ the Crew as we gather around and talk about everything going on with The Lost Art Project: Veterans’ Voices. These conversations are always a great chance to sit back, share some laughs, and talk about the stories and experiences that make this project so special.
Tonight the Crew dives into a mix of topics, including updates on the podcast, recent guests, and some of the great veteran stories that continue to come through the show. As always, the conversation takes a few turns along the way with plenty of humor, reflection, and appreciation for the veterans who have shared their experiences with us.
Grab a seat by the fire and tune in for another relaxed and entertaining conversation with the Crew as we keep the mission going—preserving and sharing the stories of those who served.

Join us once again for another FireSide Chat w/ the Crew as we gather around for a great conversation and an exciting announcement. Tonight’s episode brings some news many of us have been waiting for — SgtMaj (Ret.) Mark O'Loughlin has officially completed his book, and it is set to be released next week.
 
Mark has shared many great stories and lessons from his time in service over the years, and now those experiences have been brought together in his new book. During this episode, we talk about the journey of writing the book, what listeners can expect when it releases, and why preserving these stories is so important.
 
Be sure to tune in, join the conversation, and hear all about the upcoming release. It’s another great night around the fire with the Crew you won’t want to miss.