Ep 16 Sept 11 2025 - The Roundtable: Where Heroes Talk featuring Herostock's Anthony Lujan, Chris Parks of Smokin Red White and Blue, and Former USN Corpsman and Nashville Singer/Songwriter, Michael Ponder

Introducing US Army Veteran Chris Parks, a good friend of Herostock Secretary and all around great guy, Anthony Lujan. Their stories of serving together, lasting friendships, camaraderie, personal challenges, and mutual support may get eyes just a little salty, especially when they talk about Chris's business venture called SmokinRWB. ​Then it's a conversation with former US Navy Corpsman, Country songwriter/musician and philanthropist, Mike Ponder of Michael Ponder Music sharing his experiences in the military, healing through music and guitars, the Nashville music scene and the celebs he's worked with, and songwriting with friends whose names you'll be familiar with. Hosted by Tom Lamog and Matthew Jones.Watch the companion video at https://youtu.be/hKM4T-QD9mg?si=RFeNIVf3AjTUYDgx and also at our website: www.herostock.org/podcast.