The Mount Rushmore of Military Movies

Memorial Day is more than a long weekend, it’s a time to remember and honor the brave men and women who gave everything for our freedoms.In this special Memorial Day episode, we reflect on what the holiday means both from the perspective of military service and civilian appreciation. Mike shares his thoughts as an Army veteran, while Joe talks about honoring the day through fitness, sacrifice, and completing the legendary Murph workout.We break down the history and meaning behind Murph, the powerful community that surrounds it every Memorial Day, and how people of all fitness levels come together to do something hard in remembrance of Lt. Michael Murphy and those who served.Then we dive into one of the toughest Mount Rushmore lists we’ve ever attempted: The Mount Rushmore of Military MoviesRather than focusing only on traditional action-packed war films, this episode explores movies that capture the psychology, sacrifice, trauma, brotherhood, and emotional cost of war. We discuss the impact these films had when they released, their legacy today, and why military movies continue to resonate across generations.This episode is about remembrance, gratitude, and honoring those who sacrificed everything.#MemorialDay #MilitaryMovies #MurphWorkout #MountRushmore #WarMovies #Veterans #NeverForget #Podcast