Twenty One Gun Podcast
by Kevin Sullivan
21 Gun: Where Veteran Voices Meet Current EventsDive into the battleground of ideas with hosts Kevin "Sully" Sullivan and Frank Easterling, two combat veterans who unpack the complexities of the nation they fought to protect.Each week, Sully and Frank peel back the layers of absurdities woven into American life. With unfiltered perspectives forged on the frontlines, they fearlessly confront the nuances and contradictions of today's news, offering a unique lens through which to view the country.In a world overflowing with headlines, "21 Gun" is your call to arms. It's a rallying cry for those who want to see the ideals they defended reflected in our nation's narrative. Join us each week as we explore, dissect, and question. Because understanding what we fought for is as crucial as the battles we waged. Welcome to the frontline of discourse. Welcome to 21 Gun.
Episodes
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#416 Resilience from Trauma with Guest Tim Martin
Tonight we bring on Tim Martin to discuss resilience after trauma. He says "[Trauma] leaves marks. It reshapes us. But that doesn't mean we're broken. Trauma doesn't wear a uniform. It doesn't check your credentials. It finds people in abusive homes, emergency rooms, classrooms, and quiet...
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#415 Future Wars on the Moon? CIA Mind Control Brothels! And Testing Bullet Proof Vests!
Did someone say we have troops fighting on the moon? How much do you trust your bullet proof vest? Enough to sh**t youself?! And CIA's unbelievably true attempt to control people's minds with LSD and brothels!!!
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#414 Should You Clean Your Guns? Hot Blob Heading to NYC? DoD Denies War Vet's Service! And much more!
We're back for a recap of news and current events focusing on the DoD, military life and everything else coming down the pike.
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#413 Is Sig Sauer Cooked? Alien Invasion in 2026? Marines Stop Stabbing Attack! #military #aliens
With Kevin back from vacation in New England and Jeremy on "leave" the guys of 21 Gun will recap the latest military related stories on this week's episode. __________________________________________________________________________ 21 Gun HD interviews veterans, veteran nonprofits, and cover…
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#412 Vietnam's Infamous Pirate Radio Station: "Radio First Termer"
"Dave Rabbit" was on his third tour in Vietnam and witnessed first hand the plummeting moral of the troops slogging it out in the jungles. He noticed no one spoke their language or shared their dark sense of humor. Dave wanted to take the voice of the troops to the troops who were fighting for...
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#411 Was this Veteran wrongfully imprisoned for volunteering too much? Could it happen to you?!
Tonight we have OIF veteran Jeremy Harrell on the show who was recently released from federal prison on charges of defrauding the VA. He was categorized as unemployable by the VA but volunteered as a CEO of a Veteran's non-profit and that was considered too much. Hear his story on tonight's 21 Gun.
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#410 Life Inside the Blast Radius: How PTSD and TBI are different versions of the same beast!
In this candid episode, we dive into the often misunderstood connection between TBI and PTSD. Drawing from personal experiences and research, we unpack the truth behind this conditions and challenge the conventional reliance on heavy pharmaceutical treatments.
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#409 Gulf War Secrets: The Fateful Bravo Two Zero Mission
Dive into the incredible story of Bravo Two Zero, a daring British SAS mission during the First Gulf War. This episode explores the team's harrowing fight for survival behind enemy lines, showcasing their unmatched endurance and indomitable spirit. Yet, like all legendary tales, the mission's...
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#408 Sharks, Survival, & Scapegoats: The Truth Behind the USS Indianapolis
Dive into the jaw-dropping saga of the USS Indianapolis on this week's podcast! A WWII tragedy where 75% of the crew faced shark-infested waters after a devastating torpedo attack. Was Captain Charles McVay to blame, or did the Navy fail its heroes? Uncover a gripping tale of survival, injustice,...
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#407 Marcus Luttrell and Operation Red Wings: Fact v Fiction
Most of us have heard the story of "The Lone Survivor" and the battle that took place during Operation Red Wings. I have been told by multiple individuals to dig deeper into the story because there are too many holes and too much Hollywood. I put it off for a while but decided to take a deep dive...
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#406 Legendary Lawman Bass Reeves
Bass Reeves was a deputy U.S. Marshal, gunfighter, farmer, scout, tracker, railroad agent, and a runaway slave. He was one of the first African-American Deputy U.S. Marshals west of the Mississippi River, mostly working in the deadly Indian Territory. Reeves made up to 4,000 arrests in his...
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#405 Incredible Story of US Air Force Capt. Lance P. Sijan: A Legacy of Valor
Lance Sijan was an all American kid. He excelled on the football field and had aspirations to earn the coveted title "Fighter Pilot." After attending the Air Force Academy in the early 1960s he advanced to flight training, eventually piloting F4 Phantoms over the perilous skies of Vietnam. On...
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404: The Soldier That Wouldn't Die! Sir Adrian de Wiart
Tonight we talk about the UNBELIEVABLE Soldier Adventurer Adrian de Wiart. Over the course of his 45 year career, he was shot 11 times, twice in the face, once through the skull, lost and arm to artillary, lost an eye, and an ear. He survived two plane crashes and escaped a prisoner of war camp…
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403 Special Forces Capt. Richard J. Flaherty: The Giant Killer
Tonight's episode is on the most unlikely hero of Vietnam, 4'9" Special Forces Capt. Richard Flaherty. His story of overcoming the odds and becoming one of the Vietnam War's most deadly assets is nothing short of amazing. Tune it at 8pm East LIVE! Sponsored by 22 Sierra Coffee Co.
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402: Alone but Never Forgotten: The Heroism of John Chapman
John Chapman epitomized the concept of "the quiet professional." He served in the elite ranks of the USAF's Combat Controllers and was the only Airman to be awarded the Medal of Honor during the Global War on Terror. He was a true warrior. Unfortunately, his story isn't without controversy as...
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401: Pat Tillman: The Truth Behind the Cover-Up
Tonight is our official re-launch! 21 Gun strayed from its origins over the last several years, producing hard-hitting shows for various media organizations. Tonight, we go back to our roots, honoring veterans and brining their stories of struggles and triumphs. Tonight, we discuss the tragic…
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#119 Twenty One Gun Live Weekly Recap of News, Events and Viral Vids
Thank you all for checking out the show! We found a new home over at Compound Media. So, we've been holding off on guests until our new schedule was solidified. I think we're finally there. Full shows will be available on their platform and recaps will be here. Thanks for listening and be sure to...
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#118; Your Three Favorite Vets Recap this Week's News and Events
In this episode we recap this week's viral news and events from an independent prospective. If you haven't noticed we've been a little unpredictable with uploading shows recently and it is because we're moving to a new network. We have several prerecorded episodes that I wanted to get out before...
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#117 Matt Jimenez, USMC (aka Matt's Alright)
I (with my entire fam) was down with the rona along with everyone else in the entire world at this point. We've also been busy working on some side projects and the first few weeks of 2022 went to the wayside. However, we are back to our weekly shenanagins with a fantastic guest, Matt Jimenez aka...
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#116 Michelle Black, Author of "Sacrifice: A Gold Star Widow's Fight for the Truth
End of year special episode with Michelle Black. Michelle is the author of "Sacrifice: A Gold Star Widow's Fight for the Truth." Her husband, Green Beret Bryan Black, was killed in an ambush in Niger in October of 2017. After receiving few and contradictory details about the ambush, she took it...
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#115 Christmas Special with Erik Nagel and Fletcher Gill
Our last show before Christmas 2021! Gifts galore! Or will Jeremy and Frank get coal in their 21 Gun stockings? We have two special guests tonight to end off a great year for 21 Gun. First, we have Erik Nagel, producer of the infamous Opie and Anthony show. If you're not familiar with O&A, they...
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#114 Our 2nd Annual Smartest Branch Competition!
Join us for a 21 Gun Christmas Tradition when we find out which is the smartest branch of the military for 2021! Last year, representing the USMC, Gus Martinez came in strong for the win. The Navy had a disappointing showing earning an embarrassing ZERO POINTS! Space Force upset the Vegas odds...
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#113 With Benny (USMC) from Semper Sometimes!
We're back at it with a recap of this weeks news and current events as seen through the eyes of the modern veteran. Our guest is Benny from Semper SOmetimes Podcast, a non scripted Veteran Podcast covering a wide range of topics from alcoholism to Recruiting Duty as well as the problem's plaguing...
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#112 Keisha Boyd - USMC. Wounded Veterans Relief Fund
Our guest was a no show! It's okay. Keisha Boyd from Wounded Veterans Relief Fund joined us for some fun! Of course we also recap the latest news and events of the week from the viewpoint of the modern veteran.
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#111 Green Beret & Owner of Kraken Skulls - Chad Soundart
PACKED studio tonight! We have a few Green Berets, a few Marines, an EOD Tech and an Air Force Officer to keep it classy! We discuss news and current events from the perspective of the modern day veteran. Special Guest: Chad Soundart from Kraken Skulls. What is Kraken-Skulls? Is it a tattoo…
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#110 Why Twenty One Gun Left the Irreverent Warriors and Much More!
It has been a hell of a 2 year stint representing the Irreverent Warriors with our weekly podcast! But, as all good things come to an end, so too has our time with IW. We have had a great run and made a lot of important connections with politicians, celebrities and various VSOs, large and small,...
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#109 Live from The Rock Guns in Fayetteville, NC with Co-Owner Mark Czarnecki!
Axe Throwing, Food Trucks, Knives and GUNS! What more could you ask for on a beautiful Saturday in Fayetteville, NC. We met up with Mark Czarnecki, Co-Owner/COO of The Rock Guns and Accessories. The Rock Guns was founded by a retired US Army Special Forces veteran. Their aim is to provide the…
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#108 Halloween Spooktacular With a Bunch of Dressed Up Vets
Rough show! We kept getting booted from the livestream by our Facebook overlords (which means we were talking about the right things for sure). However, we prevailed! This episode focused heavily on video clips and in studio costumes. If youw ant to experience the full version of this masterpiece...
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#107 LTC Olivia Nunn, US Army; Podcast Host & Veteran Advocate
Covering the top stories and issues in America today from the standpoint of the Modern American Veteran. Tonight's guest is LTC Olivia Nunn from Soldiers for Life Podcast. The U.S. Army Soldier For Life Podcast shares information about education, employment and health & wellness resources…
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1 Bullet, 5 Holes - The Story of Ranger Rick!
Ranger Rick was born Belize and moved to Jersey City NJ at seven where he grew up with his mom stepfather and four sisters. He attended New Jersey City University where he obtained his GED and also his EMT-B(basic) certificate. He worked as a first responder before his mom decided he should go…
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#105 Current News & Events Discussed from the Veteran Point of View
Our guest had to reschedule last minute so we're salvaging what we can for tonight's broadcast. We'll be going a few hours early - 4pm East - and will be covering this week's military/veteran themed news and events. Hope to see you !!! If you liked this episode or want to share you story, shoot…
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#104 Marine Raider Don Tran & 5 Mile Underwater Rock Run!
Navy SEAL veteran Kaj Larsen and Marine Raider veteran Don Tran carried a 45-pound rock across the ocean floor for 5 miles! We are honored tonight to have half the of that duo, Don Tran. Don grew up learning the principles of overcoming adversity being raised by a South Vietnamese Sailor turned...
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#103 Sgt. John Peck, USMC - Arm Transplant Recipient
In 2007, Sgt. John Peck, of Antioch, Illinois, enlisted in the USMC. Little did he know the direction this decision would take him in life. Despite a brain injury in Iraq, he continued his service in the Marine Corps. In 2010 an IED in Afghanistan took both his legs and eventually both arms!...
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#102 GySgt Charles Wolf, Artist & Creator of Semper Toons
GySgt Charles Wolf served in many Marine Corps Billets to include 9 years in the Marine Corps infantry. His primary MOS was 0351, Anti-Tank Assault man (Dragon Gunner). He is also a desert Storm Veteran. In 1994 he lateral moved into the 4600 Marine Corps Graphic Illustrator field. Since that…
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We're Back! Episode #101 with SGT Patrick Turley from Semper Fly Sunglasses
Our lie show is now Sundays at 8pm East and the follow on audio portion will be available Tuesday mornings! This week's episode is with Founder of Semper Fly Sunglasses Company, Sgt. Patrick Turley, USMC. From their site: Semper Fly was founded by Marine and Iraq War (OIF 2-2) Veteran Sergeant...
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#100 Our 100th Episode Special LIVE at Revival 1869!!!
Tune in tonight when we celebrate 100 episodes at Revival 1869 among a gaggle of Irreverent Warriors. We will take a deep dive into the creation of 21 Gun, its partnership with IW, and talk to past guests of the show. One of the topics, in light of recent geopolitical events, is the importance of...
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#98 Paulie's Push!
This September, as tribute to the flight attendants and crew members killed in the September 11th attacks, former flight attendant Paul "Paulie" Veneto will push an Airline Beverage Cart from Boston Logan Airport to Ground Zero, NYC. Every GWOT veteran was affected by 9/11 and what better way to...
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#97 Tigers in the DMZ with Capt. Whiskey Whiskey
We have some awesome guests coming on tonight! The Korean cease fire happened 68 years ago (as of last week). The DMZ was the scene of many harrowing missions outside the wire for America's Armed Forces for the decades following the cease fire. Many of these missions went unreported unlike the...
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#96 Patrick Behl, USMC - KC Coordinator & Russ Oxley, USMC District Coordinator
Audio of our livestream where we discuss latest news in military and veteran life along with putting certain rumors to rest! Tonight we have Patrick Behl. He is an active duty Marine and co-Coordinator fot the upcoming Kansas City Hike! Also, we have the man-the-myth-the-legend... Russell Oxley...
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#95 Aaron Des, USN Sailor & Member of the Bulkhead Energy Team
Calling in all the way from GUAM!!! Hike Coordinator - Ray Gamboa Special Guest - Aaron Des from Veteran Owned and Operated - Bulkhead Energy. From their site: Crafted for those whose mission requires their unbreakable best, BULKHEADTM is the go-to energizer for military, first responders, and...
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#95 - The Texas Episode with Hike Coordinators Charles Schrader and Brendon Allf
This week Sully is on vacation down in Texas so Jeremy took the reins and hosted the show. We had on the Tulsa (Charles Schrader) and Ft. Lauderdale (Brendan Allf) coordinators to talk up their respective hikes!
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#94 CW4 Daniel Flores - Author/Filmmaker & Apache Attack Helo Pilot
This entire episode was plagued by the tech gremlins from the onset. I am rereleasing this episode after correcting some audio issues and download issues. Hopefully you'll enjoy! Special Guest - Daniel Flores Dan is a lifelong Texan. He enlisted in the U.S. Army in 1985 and then served in the 4th...
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#93 1Lt. Sam Eckholm, USAF - Social Media Creator, Photographer & Videographer
In studio - EOD Frank Easterling Calling In - Mason WIllis to talk about the July 4th Hike in Hopedale, IL Special Guest - 1Lt. Sam Eckholm Sam is a social media creator, photographer and videographer who creates content across his platforms that have accumulated over 500,000 followers. Averaging...
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#92 Survivalist SMG EJ Snyder from Discovery's "Naked & Afraid"
In Studio: Army Veteran and Gen Manager of Big Ed's in Raleigh... the moustache himself - Nick Culpepper Special Guest: EJ Snyder EJ spent 25 years in the Army and served in OIF and Desert Storm. His decorated career included earning the Ranger Tab & Jump Wings. He was awarded two Bronze Star...
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#91 USAF Veteran & Crafter of Baseball Bats/Mitts - Juan Baret
Featuring: Irreverent Warriors Jacob Fry of the Lincoln Nebraska Hike on July 3rd. Special Guest: Juan Baret Juan is a Dominican American Air Force Veteran that has dedicated his life to the service of our Nation. Juan is passionate about the game of Baseball and the great lessons it teaches…
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#90 Shane Cunningham, USMC - Broken Jarhead Podcast/Blog
In Studio Guest: G. Ruggy Jones, USMC Special Guest: Shawn Cunningham with Broken Jarhead Military Apparel & Gear, The Broken Podcast, and The Broken Blog. I thought Vet TV and IW cornered the market on irreverent dark humor... then I met Shane! With Broken Jarhead, everyone is a target! The…
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#89 Mike Sency, USN and "Not" Matt Reeves, USMC
We have yet another packed show tonight featuring: Matthew Reeves in studio to talk up the Wilmington Silkies Hike on June 12th. -AND- CPO Mario Cima calling in all the way from Puerto Rico to talk about the Premier Puerto Rican Silkies Hike on June 27th. Tonight's Special Guest is Mike Sency Is…
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#88 Memorial Day Episode - "The Rifle" and the VA's Mobile App Suite
We have a PACKED show tonight! First up we have USMC Veteran Andrew Biggio who wrote the book "The Rifle" which will be available for purchase on June 1. The book tells the stories of WWII veterans though the legendary M1 Garand. We also have Katie Juhasz representing the VA's launch of a suite…
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#87 EOD Episode with Sherri Beck and Melissa Tackett from the EOD Warrior Foundation
Tonight we have Sherri Beck and Melissa Tackett from the EOD Warrior Foundation. Sherri is an EOD military spouse and Melissa is a former Navy Diver and EOD Tech. The EOD Warrior Foundation is a nonprofit organization whose mission is to improve the quality of life for the EOD family by providing...
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#86 Dan Eric, USMC - Host of Grunt Style's Podcast "Full Gruntle"
Special Guest - Dan Eric from Grunt Style Grunt Style has become synonymous with patriotic apparel honoring active duty military, veterans and first responders. Go to any veteran event or Silkies Hike and you'll be guaranteed to spot their infamous logo on the sleeves of many people. Dan is the...
About this show
21 Gun: Where Veteran Voices Meet Current EventsDive into the battleground of ideas with hosts Kevin "Sully" Sullivan and Frank Easterling, two combat veterans who unpack the complexities of the nation they fought to protect.Each week, Sully and Frank peel back the layers of absurdities woven into American life. With unfiltered perspectives forged on the frontlines, they fearlessly confront the nuances and contradictions of today's news, offering a unique lens through which to view the country.In a world overflowing with headlines, "21 Gun" is your call to arms. It's a rallying cry for those who want to see the ideals they defended reflected in our nation's narrative. Join us each week as we explore, dissect, and question. Because understanding what we fought for is as crucial as the battles we waged. Welcome to the frontline of discourse. Welcome to 21 Gun.
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