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11BangGang
by Alex Rivers
"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.
Episodes
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Cameron Hawkins Part 2
Here is the final part to episode 35 so if you havent listened to it please do so, its part one to this story. Thank you so much for sitting down with me and allowing me to tell the story about this battle in Afghanistan!
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Cameron Hawkins Part 1
This episode i sit down with Cameron who was in the Army and deployed to both Iraq and Afghanistan. We covered both in this episode so but did not finish Afghanistan. We talked about his involment in a battle in the Watapur Valley Afghanistan. There will be a part 2. https://linktr.ee/Bastard24...
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Tim Appelbaum
Tim Appelbaum deployed to Afghanistan in 2011 with Fox Company, 2nd Battalion, 4th Marines. We talk about his time in the Corps, that deployment, and what came after, including Fox Company Yoga and the Ranch Foundation he’s involved with. https://foxcoyoga.com/ https://www.theranchfoundation.com/...
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Kaleb McCarthy Part 1
Kaleb served in 2/4 Fox and deployed on the 11th MEU and to Afghanistan as a 0311. We talk about his time in the military and a little about his time on the police force. As one of my longtime friends i wanted to say thank you for coming on the show it was a blast. We will be doing a part two....
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Adam Hand
Me and Adam sit down and talk about his time in Iraq with 1/7 and 2nd Marines. We talk about his deployments, IEDS, close calls, and his luck with getting recalled as a civilian among other things. It was a great conversation. Thank you for coming on the show! https://linktr.ee/Bastard24 Music:...
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Brian Flanigan Part 2
Me and Brian sit down for a part 2, make sure you go listen to episode Episode 26. We finish up talking about his C-130 time and his time flying the MQ9. We also talk about him getting into public speaking and some other life topics. As usual it was a great conversation. If you want him to speak…
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Josh Weber Part 2
Josh comes back for part 2! We talk about what got cut off last time and some more stories from Afghanistan. We then talk about his career path which included the recovery of MIA from previous wars. It was a killer conversation. https://linktr.ee/Bastard24 Music by: Neffex, Born a Rockstar
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Paul Darling
I sat down for a conversation with Paul Darling, Lieutenant Colonel, U.S. Army (retired). We talk about his career and his deployment to Afghanistan. We talk about his lessons learned while fighting the taliban. Paul also gave his overall opinion on the conclusion of the war. Buy his book:...
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Story tyme With Stevo
Me and Stevo sit down for an riveting conversation about his time in the military and beyond. He talks about his first deployment to the middle east with Desert Storm and then subsequent deployments during the GWOT era. His stories don't end there, he also talks about his family and his personal...
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Josh Weber
In this episode, I sit down with Josh, a Navy Corpsman who deployed with the 13th MEU and later to Afghanistan with 2/5 . We talk about the lead-up to his first deployment, life on the float, and what it was really like hitting the ground in Helmand Province. Josh opens up about the brutal...
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Brian Flanigan
I sat down with Brian who is a Retired lt Col from the Airforce. He was a navigation officer and both a left and right seat pilot for the AC-130 Gunship. He has over 450 combat sorties and a plethora of stories. We talk about his unsual recruiting all the way up to his combat missions over Iraq…
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Uncivilized Rebirth Part 2
I sit down with paul again for a fasinating end to his story. We finished up his time in Iraq and how he struggled with a serious medical condition. We finished up by talking about his spiritual rebirth. It was a fantastic and intruiging episode. His link...
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Warrior Aspie
Me and Aspie sat down and had a great conversation about his time in the Army as a 11B and his deployment to Iraq. He was stationed in Alaska with a striker unit. We also talk about his transition back to civilian life, setting up to be a father and teacher. He is doing great things today if you...
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Matt Everett (Brushbeater)
Sat down with Matt who was an infantry scout with a Army Recon unit. He served in both Iraq and Afghanistan. We talked about his history, service, deployments, and got into what he does today. Fun episode, make sure you visit his website below to look at his store, blog, radio stuff, and his own...
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Uncivilized Rebirth Part 1
Paul Miller, a 11B with three tours sits down with me and talks about his time in Iraq. He was in the triangle of death. He served during some intense fighting there. We talk about his life and deployments including some explainable things that happened in Iraq. We will be doing a second episode…
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Gary Dickey
Gary is back! Gary was an Officer in the US Army we sat down for a full 2 hours to hear his history in the Army and his time after. We also talk about the 2009 shooting on Fort Hood which he was there for, and his time in Military intelligence. https://www.angletonrestoration.org/...
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Livestream w/ Hitman and Gary
Me, Gary Dickey and Hitman did a live stream and covered some recent events and gave come comentary. Let me know in the comments if you enjoy this type of non political banter. Thanks to both guest for joining me. https://www.facebook.com/k9.cowboy...
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Sean Young
Sean was a 13F FO with the Army. He deployed to Afghanistan 4 times. We talk about his time in the Korengal valley for multiple deployments. He opens up about his struggles and healing methods. He has his own podcast link below....
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T.J Young
T.J was a Marine machine gunner who deployed on the 24th MEU with 2/2 that got extended and went to Iraq. His second deployment to Africa was with 3/2. We then talk about his long career in law enforcement, and some of the crazy things that happened during that time. T.J's Linktree:...
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Josh Sust
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...
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Jon King
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...
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Gabe Latter
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...
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Matthew "Hitman" Parker
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....
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Carlos Munoz
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...
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Matt Macke
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...
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Kenny Dupar
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/Bastard24 Podcast theme music by Transistor.fm. Learn how...
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Jon Turner 2
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/Bastard24 Podcast...
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Eric Johnson
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....
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Andrew Part 2/Thoughts on the war in Afghanistan
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...
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Andrew
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/Bastard24 Podcast theme music by Transistor.fm. Learn how to...
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John Oyston
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…
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Justin Graves
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...
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Shayne Wood Part 2
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....
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FLR11B
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 @FLR11B Thank you for listening if you like the podcast please share. Podcast theme music by Transistor.fm. Learn how to start a...
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Shayne Wood Part 1
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 [email protected] Podcast theme music by Transistor.fm. Learn how to start a podcast here.
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Jon Turner
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 [email protected] Podcast theme music by Transistor.fm. Learn how to start a podcast here.
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
"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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