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PUNK BRATS PODCAST
by PUNK BRATS
"We believe it’s time for media outlets to stop labeling brats by age. Military brats come in all stages of life, from childhood to senior adulthood, and we’re proud of that identity, no matter our age. We didn't serve. We got served!" - Punk Brats Punk Brats is a dynamic monthly podcast hosted by the Quintero Sisters, Rose and Lisa, dedicated to connecting military brats from around the world. We explore the unique experiences and challenges of brat life, whether you’re a stateside brat, stationed overseas, or have lived both worlds. We want to hear YOUR story! Are you currently an active brat? Have your past experiences shaped who you are today? Share your voice with us, your call will be recorded! Not a brat but have a question or comment? No problem! Leave us a message on our 24/7 voice line at 512-254-5989. You can share up to a two-minute message, and we’d love to hear from you. Reach out to us via email at Info@PunkB
Episodes
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From Military Moves to Media Leadership, Marine Brat Cooper Canterbury’s Journey of Creativity and Connection.
What happens when you’ve lived around the world, and learned to start over more times than you can count? In this episode, we sit down with Marine Brat Cooper Canterbury, whose journey has taken him from Belgium, Malawi, Okinawa, California, Maryland, and beyond. Having moved eight times and...
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USAF Brats to Advocates, the Emami Sisters Turn Their Family’s PTSD Challenges into a National Blog.
Growing up as Air Force brats, sisters Sinaiyah and Azara Emami experienced firsthand the unique challenges and sacrifices that come with military life. Both parents served in the United States Air Force. Their family’s journey became even more personal as they navigated life with a father and...
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From Navy Brat to a "Roll" Model, Daniel Minx is Driven By Perseverance, Strength, & Living Large!
Daniel Minx’s story begins with a loss he would never fully understand, yet one that would forever shape his life. Before Daniel was even born, his father was tragically killed in a noncombat incident aboard his destroyer while stationed in Guantanamo Bay, Cuba. Though he never had the…
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From Navy Brat To An International World Rugby Referee, Joey Swatzell Highlights His Life's Journey.
From growing up as a Navy brat to spending his formative years in Guam, Joey Swatzell’s journey is anything but ordinary. Living overseas from middle school through high school, Joey was shaped by a unique blend of cultures, experiences, and the resilience that comes with military family life. In...
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USAF Brat, to High School Runaway, to Army Combat Medic, to Living Off the Grid, Meet Paul Brickey.
On this powerful season opener of Punk Brats, we sit down with YouTube creative content creator Paul Brickey of Easy Acres Homestead to unpack a life defined by grit, growth, and grit again. From growing up an USAF Brat, to running away in high school while living in Seoul, to serving as an Army...
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From Air Force Brat to The Walking Dead: Brett Gentile on Life, Legacy, and the Road to Hollywood
In the final episode of Punk Brats Season 3, we sit down with USAF Brat, Brett Gentile, who shares how growing up as a military brat shaped his path from Army veteran to actor, writer, and producer. Brett reflects on how resilience, adaptability, and constant change prepared him for both military...
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From Army Brat, to Global Media Executive, to Local News Champion: The Journey of Lincoln Millstein.
Lincoln Millstein is an accomplished news executive and a current member of the Stars and Stripes Publisher’s Advisory Board. The son of a Taiwanese mother and an American service member, he grew up as a military brat and learned English by reading Stars and Stripes while living in Taiwan. His...
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Army Brat Andrew Scott Goes From Military Moves to Co-Founding Frontline Heroes Outdoors
From Base to Backwoods: Army Brat Andrew Scott Shares His Journey to Frontline Heroes Outdoors. Andrew is a proud Army Brat and co-founder of Frontline Heroes Outdoors. Growing up, Andrew moved from place to place, like many military kids do. Through all the change, one thing remained constant…
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Max Lederer Shares How He Went From Being a USAF Brat to the Stars and Stripes Publisher.
From Air Force Brat to the Stars and Stripes, Max Lederer shares about his extraordinary journey through Law School, his military service in the U.S. Army, and how he became the publisher of the Stars and Stripes newspaper. Stars and Stripes is an independent news organization that serves the…
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Hawes Sisters on the Move: Growing Up Army Strong!
In Season Two, Episode Three of Punk Brats, we hear from the Hawes sisters, Kayla and Julia. They share their experiences of constant change, saying goodbye to friends, and starting over, as well as the deeply personal challenges of living with a father struggling with PTSD. Join us for an honest...
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Army Brat and Veteran, Scott Teakell, Talks About How He Earned His Soldier’s Medal Award and Overcame PTSD Through Forging Knives.
Welcome to Season 3, Episode 1 of the Punk Brats!! Larry "Scott" Teakell, a distinguished Army Brat, embarked on his military career by enlisting in the United States Army in 1995. With a commitment to service, he dedicated himself to the vital role of a medic, providing critical care and support...
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Navy Brat, Filmmaker, and Guinness World Record Holder, Chris Soriano, Shares His Personal Stories.
Get ready for the explosive season two finale of Punk Brats Podcast! We’re bringing you the incredible Chris Soriano – a true trailblazer in the world of filmmaking, acting, and entrepreneurship. Known for his dynamic contributions to both entertainment and social causes, Chris has made waves on...
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How Natassia Cherne Went From a Marine Brat to Lt. Colonel and Commander of the USAF 361st Recruiting Squadron.
Natassia Cherne is commander of the United States Air Force's 361st Recruiting Squadron, a landmark achievement that not only highlights her exceptional leadership skills but also serves as an inspiration to countless others striving to break through barriers in the military. Her journey to this...
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"Glad I'm Not A Fish" Brand And Video Creator, Mark Smith, Talks About His Social Media Fame With 2.1 Million Followers!
Get ready for an electrifying episode as the Punk Brats sit down with none other than Mark Smith—a social media powerhouse who's racked up over 2.1 million followers and counting! Mark is the creative genius behind the viral sensation "Glad I'm Not A Fish!"—a brand that's taken the internet by...
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USAF Brat, Marc McKinney, Shares About Moving 21 Times With His Infamous Drug Dealing Parents.
Marc McKinney experienced moves during his childhood as a result of his father’s career in the USAF. Despite his early travels, he continued to relocate an additional 21 times later in life. After his father’s honorable discharge, he transitioned into a notorious role as a drug dealer in Texas....
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Navy Brat, Taiyo Reimers, Shares About Documenting the Demolition of Negishi Heights Naval Base.
Taiyo Reimers began documenting the demolition of the Negishi Heights Naval Housing Area in Yokohama during the summer of his senior year at Kinnick High School (Yo-Hi), Yokosuka, Japan. From 2021 to 2023, he filmed at Negishi over the course of 16 trips and interviewed over 40 past community...
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Brat Ambition Filmmakers and Marine Brats Kimberly McKay and Brad Heath
Brat Legacy Films is a military brat-run film company in pre-production for the documentary, Brat Ambition, about military-dependent life. Marine Brat Kimberly McKay started Brat Legacy Films in 2021 with old Kubasaki High School classmates John Schwab and Brad Heath. Brat Ambition will feature…
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Army Brat and Freelance Writer, Cynthia Doss, Shares About Her Journey as a "Vintage Brat" Overseas.
Cynthia Doss is an Army brat, but she refers to herself as a different vintage kind-of-a brat. Her father was inducted into the segregated United States Army in 1947 and served during integration and the turbulent 1960's. After 21 years of service, he retired in 1968. Continuing to work with...
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Air Force Brat, Patti Fleenor Wood, Speaks About Being the Daughter of a Prisoner of War (POW).
Deployed to Vietnam in July 1967, Brigadier General Kenneth Fleenor‘s F-4 Phantom was shot down on December 17. During his captivity at the infamous Hanoi Hilton, he endured starvation and torture. Patti shares what it was like to be a military Brat of a Veteran who was a POW. She was 10…
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Army Brat and Streetwear Entrepreneur, Matt Gamble, Shares About His Designs and Brat Experiences.
An Army Brat born in Germany, Matt Gamble is one of the founders of the Korea-U.S. fashion brand, Diazable. Recently recognized in The Korea Times Newspaper for his creative brand, Matt shares about his Army Brat years with the Punk Brats. If you catch him at one of his stands, Gamble may…
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Twelve Moves and Eleven Schools, Donna Musil Talks About Her Film, Nonprofit, and Life As a Brat.
In Writer-Director Donna Musil's film, BRATS: Our Journey Home, U.S. military brats share intimate memories about their unique childhoods - growing up on military bases around the world, then struggling to fit into an American lifestyle with which they have little in common. Narrated and…
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Dear Military Teen: Moving, Deployments, and Winning The Game of High School" with Shanon Hyde.
In his book, ‘Dear Military Teen,’ Marine Corp Brat Shanon Hyde explores crucial life lessons in the obstacles that military brats face. Reflecting on the moves and deployments that his own family endured, Shanon provides honest advice for military teens looking to take their next steps in high...
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Army Brat, USAF Veteran, and "Overseas Brats" Organization Creator and President, Joe Condrill.
Overseas Brats is considered one of the largest U.S. military brat organizations. Created in 1986 by Joe Condrill, his mission was to bring ALL brats around the world together in one place for camaraderie, fun, and sharing about each other's brat heritage. Son of an Army officer, Joe lived in 21...
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“I Was a Teenage Dominatrix” Award-Winning Author and Navy Brat, Shawna Kenney.
Shawna Kenney is the author of the award-winning memoir I Was a Teenage Dominatrix (Last Gasp), editor of the anthology Book Lovers: Sexy Stories from Under the Covers (Seal Press), co-author of Imposters (Mark Batty Publisher), and co-author of the new oral history Live at the Safari Club: A...
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Humble and Heartfelt, USAF Brat and Emmy-Nominated Producer, Jon Coker, Joins the Punk Brats.
Jon Coker is an Emmy-nominated producer and the audience engagement specialist for KENS 5, San Antonio’s CBS affiliate. He was born in Germany on a U.S. Air Force base and says he was “raised on an airplane” in a military family. Experiencing different cultures and countries around the world at...
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Meet Sage Scott, a Travel Writer and World Wanderer Blogger
Bitten by the travel bug as a preschooler when her family moved abroad for the first time, Sage Scott is addicted to travel. From her nomadic upbringing in a military family to her personal and professional travels as an adult, Sage has visited all 50 states, lived abroad twice, and explored…
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From Camp Zama to the Capitol, to Shark Tank w/Special Guest Dwight Andre Littlejohn
Sit tight after the podcast to hear our first Punk Brat voicemail! He used to be called Littlejohn by his friends because Dwight “Andre” Littlejohn was short at Camp Zama middle school. However, after eating all of his Wheaties and a growth spurt, Littlejohn became the big man on campus at the...
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Stateside vs. Overseas Military Brats w/Special Guest Scott Parks
We invite you to join Rose and Lisa for their pilot episode of Punk Brats featuring Army Brat and Kansas City KMBZ’s #1 Radio Host, Mr. Scott Parks. Scott has lived in several states and Germany. Listen as he shares his personal brat experiences and what he’s up to when he’s not on the #1 radio...
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"We believe it’s time for media outlets to stop labeling brats by age. Military brats come in all stages of life, from childhood to senior adulthood, and we’re proud of that identity, no matter our age. We didn't serve. We got served!" - Punk Brats
Punk Brats is a dynamic monthly podcast hosted by the Quintero Sisters, Rose and Lisa, dedicated to connecting military brats from around the world. We explore the unique experiences and challenges of brat life, whether you’re a stateside brat, stationed overseas, or have lived both worlds. We want to hear YOUR story!
Are you currently an active brat? Have your past experiences shaped who you are today? Share your voice with us, your call will be recorded!
Not a brat but have a question or comment? No problem! Leave us a message on our 24/7 voice line at 512-254-5989. You can share up to a two-minute message, and we’d love to hear from you.
Reach out to us via email at Info@PunkB
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