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The Field Op
by Sitch Radio
Provide a place for service members and veterans to go listen, share, and get information on many different topics i.e. sharing funny stories, info about transitioning out of the service, mental health, VA claims and benefits, suicide prevention, etc.
Episodes
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THE WAR DOESN’T END WHEN YOU COME HOME
THE WAR DOESN’T END WHEN YOU COME HOME You served. You deployed. You came home. But did everything really go back to normal? For many veterans, the toughest battles aren’t always fought overseas. Sometimes they begin when the uniform comes off and civilian life takes over. This week on The Field…
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IRON HORSE: FROM IRAQ TO LIFE AFTER COMBAT
The Field Op Podcast | Special Guest: Sgt. Eddie Reyes, USMC Veteran In 2003, Marines from the 4th Light Armored Reconnaissance Battalion, known as the Iron Horse Marines, deployed to Iraq in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom. This week, I’m joined by a fellow Marine, former reservist, and…
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When Life Doesn’t Give You Time to Grieve: The Loss of My Father, 20 Years Later
In May 2006, while serving as a Marine recruiter in San Diego, I received a phone call that changed my life. My father and grandfather had been murdered in Colombia. Within days, I was standing at my father’s funeral saying goodbye to my old man. Then life kept moving. I returned home because my...
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THE COMMERCIALS THAT CALLED US TO SERVE
If you grew up in the ’80s or ’90s, you probably remember them. “The Few. The Proud. The Marines.” “Be All You Can Be.” “It’s Not Just a Job, It’s an Adventure.” “Aim High.” Before social media and targeted ads, the military had 30 or 60 seconds on television to get your attention—and some of…
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September 11: 25 Years Later — We Still Remember
Twenty-five years ago, America woke up on a Tuesday morning and by the end of that morning, our country—and the world—had changed forever. 2,977 innocent lives were taken. The World Trade Center. The Pentagon. Flight 93. Firefighters, police officers and first responders ran toward danger while...
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Stolen Valor - You Can't Fake The Brotherhood
Last night I went out to have a cigar and somehow ended up sitting next to another “Marine.” At least that’s what I was told. Parris Island? Check. What was your MOS? Didn’t know what MOS meant. What platoon? Couldn’t remember. What unit? Things started getting fuzzy. Then came infantry, Guam…
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VA Benefits That A Lot of Us Didn't Know About
A lot of veterans know their VA disability rating. But do you know what benefits may be available beyond your monthly disability compensation? On this episode of The Field Op Podcast, we're breaking down VA benefits and programs that could potentially put additional money back into veterans'...
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From Marine to Mission: A Conversation with Keith Barton: Leadership. Service. Entrepreneurship. Storytelling. Public Service.
What happens when one mission ends and another begins? This week, I sit down with fellow Marine Corps veteran Keith Barton for a conversation that goes far beyond politics. From serving as a Recon Marine, Marine officer, and UH-1N Huey pilot to becoming an entrepreneur, published author, and...
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Success Isn't What I Thought It Was
When I was younger, I thought success meant promotions, rank, titles, money, and checking every box on the career ladder. After 21 years in the Marine Corps, retirement, rebuilding my life, becoming an entrepreneur, helping veterans navigate the VA system, and mentoring families toward financial...
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Mission Mindset: Why Veterans Make Great Entrepreneurs
For years, the military trained us to lead, adapt, solve problems, and accomplish the mission. What many veterans don't realize is that those same skills are the foundation of successful entrepreneurship. In today's episode of The Field Op, I talk about why veterans are uniquely equipped to build...
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One Nation, Many Stories: Celebrating 250 Years of the American Experiment
For 250 years, America has been a beacon of hope, opportunity, and freedom for people from every corner of the world. In today's episode of The Field Op, I reflect on what this country has meant to me as an immigrant who became a United States Marine, why the military remains one of the greatest...
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The Man in the Mirror: Becoming the Seasoned Warrior
There comes a point in life when you look in the mirror and realize you're no longer the young Marine, soldier, sailor, or airman you once were. The question is: what do you do with that realization? In today's episode of The Field Op, I talk about aging, fitness, health, identity, and the...
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From Service to Purpose: Building Communities for Veterans
Today on The Field Op, I sit down with retired Navy Chief Elton McLaughlin and Navy veteran Jermaine Lamb of the Unbound Second Watch Foundation. We discuss military service, transition, veteran housing, VA benefits, disability claims, homeownership, and the ongoing mission of helping veterans…
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Accountability or Applause? The Leadership Standard Debate
A senior military leader fails a fitness test, posts about it online, and gets praised for being "brave" and "accountable." But is admitting failure the same thing as accountability? Today on The Field Op, we're talking about leadership standards, combat readiness, physical fitness, and whether...
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Faith, Resilience, and Service Beyond the Uniform: A Conversation with Chaplain Steve Mills
Retired Navy Chaplain Steve Mills joins The Field Op for a powerful conversation about military service, resilience, faith, leadership, and the unseen weight many veterans carry after deployment. From serving as an Air Force firefighter to deploying as a Navy Chaplain to Iraq, Afghanistan…
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Fit After 40: Strength, Longevity, and the Aging Warrior Mindset
Former chiropractor and fitness coach Hermann Diehl joins The Field Op to talk about fitness, nutrition, recovery, and longevity for veterans and men over 40. We discuss training smarter as we age, injury prevention, diet trends, hormone culture, and how to maintain strength, energy, and mental...
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Action Under Friction: Moving Forward When Life Gets Heavy
Marine Corps veteran Cliff Sosamon joins The Field Op to talk about leadership, identity, discipline, and what happens when motivation disappears. As the creator of the Action Under Friction (A.U.F.) method and founder of Tailgate Chat, Cliff teaches people how to move forward through…
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AI For Content Creators
AI is changing everything in content creation. But is it making creators better… or just faster? Brian Colburn joins me on The Field Op to break down how AI should actually be used, where it helps, where it hurts, and how to stay authentic in a space that’s getting more automated by the day. If...
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Military Content Creator 2026: What I Saw, What Matters, What’s Next
Just got back from this amazing event and there’s a lot to unpack. From veteran creators to active duty voices, Military Content Creator 2026 showed where this space is headed—and it gets better each year. In this episode of The Field Op, I break down what I saw, the real conversations happening...
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The Playbook Veterans Were Never Given: Master Your VA Claim
Most veterans are leaving benefits on the table — not because they don’t qualify, but because they don’t understand the system. In today’s episode of The Field Op, I break down the Veterans Benefits Knowledge Base, a free resource built by veterans to help you take control of your claim…
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From Survival to Purpose: Leo Beach’s Mission to Heal
This one is different. In today’s episode of The Field Op, I sit down with Marine Corps veteran Leo Beach — and we talk about things most men never speak about. From childhood trauma to experiences during his time in the military, Leo has carried a weight that many silently live with. But this...
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From Drill Sergeant to Financial Discipline: Structure That Changes Lives
Discipline doesn’t stop when you take off the uniform. In today’s episode of The Field Op, I sit down with Army veteran Sanna Garrett-Smith — former Drill Sergeant and now known as The Financial Drill Sergeant. We talk about leadership in the military, building discipline under pressure, and how...
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Task Force Scorpion: When the War Changed
After Iraq was “taken,” the war didn’t end — it changed. In this episode of The Field Op, we break down Task Force Scorpion and the role of 4th Light Armored Reconnaissance Battalion during one of the most unpredictable phases of the war. From securing supply routes to adapting to insurgency...
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Easy Opinions, Hard Decisions: Freedom, Perspective, and the Burden of Peace
Everyone today has opinions about war, geopolitics, and national security. Social media makes it easy to comment from the sidelines. But maintaining peace in a complicated world is far more difficult than most people realize. In this episode of The Field Op, I talk about the burden carried by…
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Discipline, Strategy, and Building the Right Network
Success rarely happens by accident. It comes from persistence, disciplined thinking, and surrounding yourself with the right people. In today’s episode of The Field Op, I sit down with Dr. Hobbs to talk about leadership, building professional networks that actually create opportunity, improving...
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Shield to Shield: Building the Next Chapter for the Veteran Community
Thomas Long is back on the show, and we’re talking about real movement inside the veteran community this year. New initiatives. New collaborations. Real opportunities. But more importantly — we’re talking unity. Too often, veteran organizations operate in silos. This year is about locking arms,...
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IUL, Whole Life, SGLI, VGLI — What Service Members and Families Aren’t Being Told
Indexed Universal Life. Whole Life. “Tax-free retirement.” SGLI. VGLI. Service members and working families are being flooded with financial pitches — but most people don’t understand what they’re actually buying. In this episode, we break down: • What IUL and cash value policies really are • How...
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Pay Now or Pay Forever: The Cost of Dreams, Discipline, and Regret
Everything in life has a cost. You either pay with discipline, sacrifice, and discomfort today… Or you pay later with regret. From the famous “I almost joined” stories to missed chances in life, business, health, and purpose — this episode is about choosing which pain you’re willing to live with....
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Take Your Award and STFU BRUH!!
Every awards show lately feels less like a celebration of art and more like a lecture platform. Celebrities are absolutely entitled to their views — but when did entertainment stages become soapboxes? On today’s episode of The Field Op, we break down why so many people feel like Hollywood has...
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HomeFront Sitrep with David Willis: Veterans, Voices & Real Conversations
This week on The Field Op, I sit down with Marine Corps veteran David Willis, host of the HomeFront Sitrep podcast — a veteran‑led show dedicated to elevating real veteran voices, grassroots service organizations, veteran businesses, and inspirational stories from those who’ve served. We dive…
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From the Frontlines to the Homefront – With Gunny Samuel Deeds
“Once a Gunny, Always a Gunny.” This week on The Field Op, I sit down with Gunnery Sergeant Samuel Deeds, Marine Corps veteran and co-host of HomeFront Sitrep. With his boots-on-the-ground experience, straight-shooting leadership, and mission mindset, Gunny brings real insight on what it means to...
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Intentions, Not Just Resolutions: Holding the Line in the New Year
New Episode: Intentions, Not Just Resolutions This year, forget the BS goal setting. Let’s talk intentions—those quiet commitments that actually keep you grounded and growing. In this episode of Reset & Rise, we dig into why intentions matter more than flashy resolutions, and why the best way to...
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Christmas Through My Eyes: From Colombia to the Corps
From firecrackers at midnight in Bogotá to MREs under desert skies, this episode is a deeply personal walk through the Christmases that shaped me. I share the journey of a kid growing up in Colombia, a young immigrant adjusting to the U.S., a Marine spending holidays in uniform, and now a man...
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Crossroads & Comebacks: Finding Growth After Life’s Detours
🎙️ NEW PODCAST: Crossroads & Comebacks Ever felt like you lost your edge? Like the world moved on, and you're standing there wondering what the hell happened? This episode is about those moments—when you hit the wall, lose your title, or just don’t feel like the same warrior you used to be. It’s...
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Gratitude and Patriotism Aren’t Dead: Reflections on Civilians Who Still Give a Damn
In a world that sometimes feels like it’s lost its damn mind, this episode is a reminder that gratitude and patriotism aren’t dead — not even close. Pacho shares personal stories from recent encounters where civilians showed real appreciation for military service. From wearing the uniform again…
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Aging Like a Devil Dog: Reflections from the Marine Corps Ball
Last week, I threw on the uniform — yeah, I still fit in it — and headed to the Marine Corps Ball. What hit me wasn’t just the pride of wearing those blues again, but the realization that time keeps marching on... fast. In this episode, I talk about the bond that never breaks, even when the hair...
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Battle-Tested, Not Broken: Fitness, Identity & the Former Badass Struggle
This one is for the warriors. The vets who were once in peak condition — disciplined, deadly, dependable. But now? Age, injuries, and life are stacking up. The uniform doesn’t fit the same. The body doesn’t respond like it used to. This episode isn’t about shame — it’s about reclaiming your fire....
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250 and Still Fitting the Uniform – Happy Birthday, Marines!
I threw the uniform back on for this one (and yes, it still fits). Kicking off the 250th Marine Corps Birthday the way it should be—reading Gen. Lejeune’s birthday message and celebrating two and a half centuries of warfighting, warrior culture, and unmatched brotherhood. Short. Funny. Real. And...
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Claim It. Prove It. Grow It: Taking Charge of Your VA Benefits Before It’s Too Late
Filing your VA claim isn't just paperwork—it's a mission. In this week's podcast, I break down: Why waiting too long to file could cost you How buddy statements and nexus letters change the game What to do if you’re already out and playing catch-up The smart way to invest your VA compensation so…
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From the Barracks to the Boardroom: The Realities of Transitioning Out
VETS—thinking about getting out? Or maybe you already did and feel like you're floating with no mission? This week’s podcast hits hard on the real transition process. We’re talking about: Mental readiness (or lack of it) Financial shifts post-BAH Translating your MOS into real-world jobs How to...
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Lead Like It Matters: Fitness, Standards & Real Leadership
In this episode, we take on Pete Hegseth’s call to reclaim leadership by returning to basics. Too many “leaders” today are soft in body, soft in decision-making, and soft on standards. Leadership is not about comfort. It’s about service. It’s about showing up even when your own tank is empty. We...
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Unfiltered Wisdom with Navy Veteran Robert Greene
What happens when trauma meets transformation? Robert Greene didn’t let PTSD define him—he used it to sharpen his mission. From military service to mental health advocacy, his journey is a raw, powerful example of turning pain into purpose. In this episode, we talk about: The failures of the…
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Speech & Consequence: Charlie Kirk's Passing & the Limits of Free Expression
In this special episode of The Field Op Podcast, we dive into the aftermath of Charlie Kirk’s tragic passing—and the heated debate it’s ignited around freedom of speech. When people publicly express being glad, mocking, or critical of someone’s death, the First Amendment might protect the right…
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From Unity to Division, 911 Patriotism and the Fight for America's Soul
On this powerful episode, we honor the memory of the thousands lost on September 11th, 2001, walking through a chilling minute-by-minute timeline of the attacks that forever changed our country. But this isn’t just a remembrance show—it’s also a reflection. How did we go from the national unity…
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Can't Hurt Me But Can You Handle You: A Field Op Breakdown of Goggins Mental Warfare Principles
13 Rules from David Goggins That Will Rewire Your Mental Battlefield If you’ve been softening up, scrolling your way through excuses, or waiting for “the right time”… this one’s for you. On this week’s Field Op, I’m breaking down the rawest mindset rules straight from Goggins. No fluff. No...
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Walk Alone: 10 Samurai Principles for Today's Warrior
Ever felt like strategy disappeared after service? This episode reboots battlefield wisdom with Musashi’s Dokkōdō, ten razor-sharp rules the legendary samurai lived by. Expect discipline, clarity, and no-BS philosophy for life, leadership, and purpose. #ModernSamurai #Musashi #Dokkodo...
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Stolen Valor: Tales from the Front Lines of Fake Bravery
Ever met someone claiming to be a Navy SEAL sniper with six Purple Hearts—but couldn’t spell “Oorah”? In this episode, I recount three personal run-ins with stolen valor and the ridiculous, sometimes infuriating stories behind them. This one’s a mix of laughter, education, and a hard truth:...
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Frozen boots, bullet storms, and bonfires with the enemy
In this powerful tribute episode, we honor WWII hero Sydney Levit—a Jewish-American glider infantryman under General Patton who survived the Battle of the Bulge, the Dead Man’s Ridge, and the liberation of a concentration camp. From Philly streets to war-torn Europe, Levit’s story is one of grit,...
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Service Beyond the Uniform: Joe Warhol's Mission for Veterans
From combat boots to college campuses and now the healthcare frontlines, Marine Corps vet Joe Warhol never stopped serving. In this episode, Pacho chats with Joe about leading with purpose, helping vets transition, and tackling everything from student benefits to stable housing. It’s a raw, real,...
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Brigs, Battlefields, & Brotherhood
From scrubbing floors in the Lejeune Brig to leading route clearance in Iraq to overseeing South Carolina’s prison system — CWO5 Scott Bolman has done it all. In this episode, Pacho reconnects with his old TBS buddy to talk about life behind the wire, lessons in leadership, and why Marines can…
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Provide a place for service members and veterans to go listen, share, and get information on many different topics i.e. sharing funny stories, info about transitioning out of the service, mental health, VA claims and benefits, suicide prevention, etc.
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Provide a place for service members and veterans to go listen, share, and get information on many different topics i.e. sharing funny stories, info about transitioning out of the service, mental health, VA claims and benefits, suicide prevention, etc.
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