TWR Monday | Steve Stratton: From Special Forces to Self Published Thriller Author

In this riveting episode of "TWR Monday," host Sam Whitfield sits down with a remarkable guest, retired Green Beret and former Secret Service Agent turned political thriller author, Steve Stratton. Join them on a journey through Steve's incredible life, from joining the army straight out of high school to serving in the Secret Service during the presidencies of Ford to Bush Sr., and later as a Green Beret in the 90s. Steve opens up about his transition from a life of service to civilianhood in the early 2000s, settling in Colorado where he embarked on a new adventure—becoming the author of The Shadow Tier Series. Sam and Steve explore the unique challenges and rewards of being self-published authors, sharing their experiences and insights with aspiring writers. The conversation delves into the impact of real-life politics on the plotlines of their thriller novels, offering a fascinating look into how personal experiences shape the narratives of their stories. Listeners can expect an engaging discussion on the intricacies of writing political thrillers and the fine balance between fiction and reality. Join Sam Whitfield and Steve Stratton for an episode filled with stories of service, intrigue, and the world of self-publishing. Whether you're a fan of military thrillers or aspiring to pen your own novel, this episode provides a glimpse into the life of a true American hero turned author. Tune in to "The Whitfield Report" for an inspiring and thought-provoking conversation with Steve Stratton. Visit Steve's website at: https://www.stevenstrattonusa.com/ Chapters: 1. Introduction (00:00) - Setting the stage for the episode and introducing special guest Steve Stratton. 2. Early Years and Military Service (05:12) - Steve shares his journey from joining the army after high school to serving in the Secret Service and as a Green Beret. 3. Transition to Civilian Life (25:30) - Discussing Steve's transition to civilian life in the 2000s and the beginning of his career as an author. 4. The Shadow Tier Series (40:15) - Exploring Steve's work as the author of The Shadow Tier Series and the challenges and rewards of being a self-published author. 5. Shared Experiences as Authors (55:40) - Sam and Steve discuss their experiences as self-published authors and the unique aspects of their writing journeys. 6. Real-Life Politics in Thriller Novels (1:05:20) - Delving into the impact of real-life politics on the plotlines of political thriller novels. 7. Closing Thoughts and Outro (1:13:45) - Summarizing key points from the episode, thanking the audience, and concluding the show. Please Support The Show: Substack: https://samwhitfield.substack.com/ Paypal: https://www.paypal.me/whitfieldpod  Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/whitfieldreport Subscribe and Support The Audio Podcast:https://anchor.fm/whitfieldreport/subscribe Streamlabs: https://streamlabs.com/thewhitfieldreport  Website: https://thesamwhitfield.blog Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4DIcoDO0BIDyuH7SWIsAB8?si=cb93cf6707bb40aa Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-whitfield-report-audio-podcast/id1292359278 Reddit: https://www.reddit.com/r/WhitfieldReport/ Dlive: https://dlive.tv/TheWhitfieldReport Odysee: https://odysee.com/@TheWhitfieldReport:b  Rumble: https://rumble.com/user/TheWhitfieldReport Guilded server: https://www.guilded.gg/r/zzzE8b61qR?i=AYwozWnd Amazon Author Page: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Sam-Whitfield/author/B00M1DNU88?ref=ap_rdr&store_ref=ap_rdr&isDramIntegrated=true&shoppingPortalEnabled=true Affiliate links: Sign up for Rumble: https://rumble.com/register/TheWhitfieldReport/ Start Streaming with Melon: https://melonapp.com?ref=samwhitfield 35% off your first Shady Rays order: https://www.talkable.com/x/SIoRXl