Whiskey and Warstories

This week, the boys sit down with Riverside County Sheriff’s Department Lieutenant Joseph Fitzgerald, a Marine Corps veteran turned lawman whose career spans the Marine Corps, the range, and the front lines of California policing. Fitzgerald began his adult life as a machine gunner with 2/4 Marines before earning a spot as a Pig in the Scout Sniper Platoon. After his first enlistment, he stepped away to work as a carpenter, only to return to the Corps in 2002 and later transition into law enforcement — a path that would define the next few decades of his life.As a young deputy, Fitzgerald cut his teeth in custody before moving to patrol at the Moreno Valley Station. He was soon selected for the Emergency Services Team (SWAT), where he spent 10 years working proactive enforcement, off‑road operations, and cross‑sworn fugitive work with the U.S. Marshals Service. Promoted to corporal, he returned to proactive enforcement before taking on assignments at the Sheriff’s range. By 2020, Fitzgerald had risen to sergeant, leading patrol teams, POP units, and gang enforcement before his promotion to lieutenant in 2023, where he served as a regional Watch Commander covering Hemet, San Jacinto, and Cabazon stations.The episode turns personal as Fitzgerald reflects on the transitions between military and civilian life, the toll of high‑risk assignments, and the lessons learned from a decade on SWAT. He speaks candidly about officer wellness, the signs of burnout he’s seen in his teams, and the leadership choices that shape resilience in the face of trauma. Away from the badge, Fitzgerald is an avid hunter — a pursuit that grounds him outside the uniform and connects him back to the discipline and patience forged in the Corps.This isn’t just a story about tactical calls and promotions; it’s about the human side of service, the quiet routines that sustain a career, and the bonds that carry officers through the hardest moments. From sniper platoons to watch command, Fitzgerald shares hard‑won lessons on survival, leadership, and the balance between toughness and vulnerability.🎯 For the veteran wondering how military grit translates to policing.🎯 For the deputy navigating the stress of high‑risk assignments.🎯 For anyone curious about the resilience behind the badge.Pull up a chair, pour a glass, and join the conversation.🔔 Subscribe for more real stories from the front lines.#WhiskeyAndWarStories #JosephFitzgerald #RiversideSheriff #USMC #SWAT #OfficerWellness #Leadership #Resilience #Podcast

This week, the boys sit down with El Monte Police Department Sergeant Gary Gall, a 31‑year veteran who began his career after graduating from the LA County Sheriff’s Academy and spent more than three decades serving the citizens of El Monte. A longtime SWAT operator, range instructor, and frontline supervisor, Gall brings a rare blend of street‑level experience, tactical expertise, and hard‑won perspective on survival and brotherhood.A decorated sergeant, Gary walks us through his path into law enforcement, the assignments that defined him — patrol, FTO, motor officer, detective, 13 years on SWAT, and over two decades on the range staff. He recounts two officer‑involved shootings, surviving a shooting while on SWAT, and the long shadow those moments cast over his life and leadership.The episode turns personal when Gary talks about the toll of long service: the department’s recovery after losing two officers in 2022, the slow work of healing after two shoulder surgeries, and the quiet, everyday choices that keep a career intact. He shares candid lessons on resilience, the signs of burnout he wishes officers recognized sooner, and the leadership decisions that shaped his unit — lessons born from the street and refined in the aftermath of trauma.This isn’t just a story about medals and headlines; it’s about the cost of the badge, the bonds that hold a department together, and the small acts of service that rarely make the news. From tactical calls to family conversations, Gary explains how he navigated duty, loss, and recovery — and what he hopes younger officers take with them into a long career.🎯 For the patrol officer wondering how to last 20+ years. 🎯 For the sergeant trying to build a healthier unit. 🎯 For anyone curious about the human side of policing beyond the headlines.Pull up a chair, pour a glass, and join the conversation.🔔 Subscribe for more real stories from the front lines.#WhiskeyAndWarStories #GaryGall #ElMontePD #SWAT #MedalOfValor #OfficerWellness #LawEnforcementLeadership #ResilienceInPolicing #Podcast

This week, the boys sit down with retired Tustin Police Chief Charles Celano, a 27-year veteran who rose through every rank of the department before retiring early after a life-altering heart condition. A graduate of the FBI National Academy (#258) and now founder of Chief Leadership, Celano brings a rare blend of street-level experience, executive insight, and personal resilience to the conversation.Charles walks us through his upbringing, his unexpected path into law enforcement, and the lessons learned as he transitioned from managing people to truly leading them. He shares the pivotal leadership decisions that shaped his career trajectory, the failures that forced him to adapt, and the cultural shifts he fought to embed at Tustin PD, shifts rooted in wellness, accountability, and community trust.The episode takes a turn when Celano recounts the wake-up call of his heart condition: the moment he had to ask himself hard questions about priorities, health, and legacy. From rebuilding his own resilience to coaching leaders today, he explains the daily practices that move the needle, why so many fail to adopt them, and how chiefs and supervisors can balance high-stress policing with authentic self-care.This isn’t just a story about retirement, it’s about the intersection of health, leadership, and legacy, and how one chief turned a personal crisis into a mission to help leaders survive and thrive.🎯 For the officer climbing the ranks and wondering what leadership really means. 🎯 For the chief who knows culture change is hard but necessary. 🎯 For the leader facing their own wake-up call and searching for resilience.Pull up a chair, pour a glass, and join the conversation.🔔 Subscribe for more real stories from the front lines.#WhiskeyAndWarstories #CharlesCelano #TustinPD #ChiefLeadership #FBINationalAcademy #LawEnforcementLeadership #OfficerWellness #ResilienceInPolicing #CommunityTrust #Podcast

This week, the boys sit down with Glendale Police Department Deputy Chief Robert William, an FBI National Academy graduate and a lifelong Glendale resident who started as a cadet and built a two-decade career across patrol, Special Enforcement Detail, detective, SWAT, before moving through the ranks earning his current rank of Deputy Chief. Robert shares the night he was shot during a chaotic foot pursuit in 2008, the immediate shock of survival, and the years that followed as delayed PTSD surfaced after his promotion to Sergeant.From the first sensory memory of that night to the reality of receiving a single mandatory psych meeting and no sustained follow-up, Robert explains how institutional gaps shaped his healing and his leadership. He walks through the slow onset of trauma, the role fatherhood played in recovery, and how those experiences drove him to help transform his department’s approach to peer support, counseling, and officer wellness.This isn’t just a story about a shooting—it’s about the long arc of recovery, the responsibility of leadership, and a leader who turned personal hardship into systemic change.🎯 For the officer who survived the shot and stayed to make the system better. 🎯 For the leader who learned resilience the hard way and now builds support for others. 🎯 For the family members who quietly bear the weight alongside those in uniform.Pull up a chair, pour a glass, and join the conversation.🔔 Subscribe for more real stories from the front lines.#WhiskeyAndWarstories #RobertWilliam #GlendalePD #OfficerInvolvedShooting #PTSDinPolicing #PeerSupport #Leadership #FirstResponderWellness #LawEnforcementResilience #Podcast

This week, the boys sit down with Travis Tibbets, La Verne PD Captain, former West Covina SWAT sniper, and the department’s (West Covina) first second-generation officer, whose career has been shaped by legacy, precision, and the kind of high-stakes moments that leave no room for error.From two successful hostage rescues to training with Blackwater and Ron Avery, Travis opens up about the sniper’s mindset, the weight of the trigger, and the quiet aftermath of officer-involved shootings. He shares what it’s like to carry both a badge and a legacy, the lessons learned from critical incidents, and how he’s helping shape the next generation of law enforcement leaders through statewide training and emotional resilience.This isn’t just a story about tactics—it’s about identity, pressure, and the evolution of a cop who’s walked through the fire and come out focused, grounded, and ready to lead.🎯 For the son who became his own kind of warrior.🎯 For the sniper who saw the silence before the shot—and the lives saved. 🎯 For the captain who teaches precision and heart in equal measure.Pull up a chair, pour a glass, and join the conversation.🔔 Subscribe for more real stories from the front lines.#WhiskeyAndWarstories #TravisTibbets #SWATSniper #HostageRescue #LawEnforcementLeadership #OIS #CriticalIncidentTraining #LegacyAndLeadership #FirstResponderResilience #Podcast

This week, the boys sit down with Willie Morataya, a Navy veteran, former Pomona PD Officer, and now hospital security director — whose career has been defined by service, split‑second decisions, and the kind of loss that leaves a permanent mark.From surviving two officer‑involved shootings to navigating the aftermath of losing his best friend and partner in blue to suicide, Willie opens up about the moments that tested his courage, his faith, and his will to keep going. He shares the transition from the streets to the hospital halls, the lessons learned in leadership, and the quiet battles that come long after the gunfire stops.This is more than a story about the dangers of the job, it’s about brotherhood, grief, and the resilience it takes to keep serving when the uniform changes but the mission remains.💔 For the friend whose watch ended too soon.⚓ For the sailor who became a cop, then a protector in a new arena.🥃 For the man who carries the weight and still shows up.Pull up a chair, pour a glass, and join the conversation.🔔 Subscribe for more real stories from the front lines.#WhiskeyAndWarstories #WillieMorataya #LawEnforcementStories #OIS #PoliceSuicideAwareness #FirstResponderMentalHealth #Resilience #LifeAfterTheBadge #Podcast

In this deeply reflective episode, the boys sit down with Jason Astorga, a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC), Navy submariner veteran, and founder of Astorga Counseling. As a Filipino immigrant and first-generation college graduate, Jason brings a rare blend of cultural insight, clinical expertise, and personal vulnerability to the conversation.Together, we explore:-The emotional cost of suppressing trauma and the path to rebuilding self-worth-How attachment theory helps survivors of abandonment and betrayal find safety-The role of cultural identity in shaping mental health and therapeutic connection-Common PTSD triggers for veterans—and how to navigate them with compassion-Jason’s own journey through therapy, and the moment he chose to help others healWith warmth and wisdom, Jason shares how he creates safe, client-centered spaces for those who’ve long felt unseen, especially veterans and survivors of complex trauma. His approach blends evidence-based modalities with deep empathy, offering hope to anyone who’s ever felt like their pain was “too much” to be understood.🔗 Learn more about Jason’s work at astorgacounseling.com🎧 Available on Spotify, YouTube, and Amazon Music📺 Subscribe for more legacy-driven conversations that honor service, resilience, and the human spirit.#EchoesOfTheMind #JasonAstorga #AstorgaCounseling #MentalHealthMatters #PTSDRecovery #TraumaHealing #VeteranTherapist #AttachmentTheory #CulturallyResponsiveCare #FilipinoAmericanVoices #LegacyPodcast #WhiskeyAndWarstories #EmotionalResilience #HealingJourney #SafeSpaceTherapy #ImmigrantMentalHealth #ComplexTrauma #TherapyTalks #PodcastInterview #FirstResponderWellness

This week, the boys sit down with Jacquelyn Rodriguez, a proud Air Force veteran, Public Affairs Officer, certified leadership coach, and fighter in every sense of the word.Born into a lineage of service, Jacquelyn carries the weight of legacy with grace and grit. From capturing military narratives to coaching leaders and stepping into the ring for Battle of the Badges, her life is a testament to strength—both seen and unseen.She opens up about the loss of her father, a Colton PD detective whose quiet strength shaped her own. Through grief, gloves, and growth, Jacquelyn found new purpose—not just in service, but in motherhood, marriage, and mental health advocacy.This episode is for anyone who’s ever fought through silence, led with heart, or found healing in motion.📷 For the storyteller who honors service through every frame. 🥊 For the fighter who channels grief into power.🏡 For the mom who leads from the frontlines of home.🥃 Pull up a chair, pour a glass, and join the conversation. 🔔 Subscribe for more real stories from the front lines.#WhiskeyAndWarstories #JacquelynDiana #VeteranVoices #BattleOfTheBadges #WomenWhoLead #GriefAndGrowth #LegacyInMotion #BoxingForHealing #Podcast

This week, the boys sit down with Jose Pila, a combat veteran, scholar, and founder of Warrior Dog Spirit—a man whose journey is stitched together by battle scars, heartbreak, and an unshakable sense of purpose.From surviving war zones to sleeping in his car, Jose opens up about the invisible wounds of PTSD, the bond with his service dog that saved his life, and the grief that nearly broke him after his mother’s suicide. Through it all, he kept moving—toward healing, toward legacy, and toward a mission bigger than himself.Now on the brink of earning his Ph.D., Jose reflects on what it means to serve, to suffer, and to rise again. This episode is a tribute to the warriors who walk quietly among us—and the dogs who carry their pain without words.🐾 For the dog that saw him when no one else could.💔 For the mother whose loss became his mission.🎓 For the veteran who turned trauma into purpose.🥃 Pull up a chair, pour a glass, and join the conversation.🔔 Subscribe for more real stories from the front lines.#WhiskeyAndWarstories #JosePila #WarriorDogSpirit #VeteranStories #PTSDRecovery #ServiceDogsSaveLives #Resilience #LegacyThroughGrief #Podcast

This week, the boys sit down with retired Pomona Police Homicide Detective Danny Kono, a man whose name carries weight in the halls of justice and the streets he once patrolled.From investigating the tragic death of a Pomona Police Officer to working some of the city’s most high-profile murder cases, Danny shares the raw truth behind the badge—the sleepless nights, the gut-wrenching scenes, and the relentless pursuit of justice.But Danny’s story doesn’t end at retirement.After leaving Pomona PD, he continued his service with LAPD and deepened his commitment to the community he loves. In this episode, he reflects on the cases that shaped him, the people who inspired him, and the legacy he hopes to leave behind—not just as a detective, but as a mentor, a neighbor, and a man of integrity.This conversation is a tribute to the fallen, a spotlight on the unsung, and a reminder that behind every solved case is a human story worth telling.🕯️ For the officer who never came home.🧠 For the detective who never stopped caring.🥃 Pull up a chair, pour a glass, and join the conversation.🔔 Subscribe for more real stories from the front lines.#WhiskeyAndWarstories #DannyKono #PomonaPolice #HomicideDetective #LawEnforcementLegacy #CommunityMatters #Podcast

This week, the boys sit down with Commander Mario Sergio, a seasoned police leader from São Paulo, Brazil, to dive deep into the realities of policing in one of the world’s most intense environments.From the frontlines of Brazil’s law enforcement, Commander Mario opens up about the unique police culture in Brazil and how it differs from the American system—from training and tactics to public perception and daily challenges on the street.But the conversation doesn’t stop there.Mario takes a powerful turn as he shares his personal struggles with mental health, the trauma many Brazilian officers silently carry, and his journey to seek help before it was too late. His message is raw, real, and crucial: You don’t have to suffer in silence.This episode is a must-watch for anyone interested in global policing, mental resilience, and the brotherhood of the badge—no matter what country you’re in.🧠 Mental health matters.
👮‍♂️ Brotherhood knows no borders.
🥃 Pull up a chair, pour a glass, and join the conversation.🔔 Subscribe for more real stories from the front lines.#WhiskeyAndWarstories #BrazilPolice #MentalHealth #CommanderMarioSergio #LawEnforcement #Podcast

Season 3 is here — and we’re coming in hot. In this premiere episode, we catch you up on everything that’s been going on behind the scenes, lay out what’s coming for the future of Whiskey and Warstories, and introduce our brand-new co-host, Ryan Rodriguez. We’re talking leadership, purpose, and how we’re leveling up the conversations this season. New energy, same raw truth.

On todays episode, the boys sit down with Chief Fabian Valdez. They go into Chief Valdez upbringing, his extensive background in law enforcement, being a family man while serving his community, and the wins and losses of taking over a police department as a lateral transfer.

On todays episode, the boys sit down with former LAPD officer and host of the IA Capers Podcast, Marlon Marrache. They dive into Marlon’s upbringing, what made him join law enforcement and his very extensive history with LAPD. They take a dive into Marlon’s podcast IA Capers and why he decided to start his own journey with podcasting. Take a listen and get the scoop of the guys behind IA. Thank you for joining us!

On todays episode, the boys sit down with Marine Corps Veteran Marcos Villa. They go into Marcos’ upbringing, being raised in a tough part of town, and why he chose to go into the military. They also talk about Marcos’ struggles in the military, getting out, and learning how to readjust into civilian life. Marcos also speaks on the work he is doing for veterans by joining non-profit organizations that give back to the community.

On today’s episode, the boys sit down with owner/co-founder of Working Dogs for Warriors, Mike Welsh. A non-profit organization that helps to pair veterans/first responders who are suffering from PTSD and mental health issues with service dogs, at no cost to the veteran or first responder. They go into the reasons as to why Mike started this organization with his wife and how service dogs are helping veterans. Mike also invited a guest to join him on his episode, and that was Joe Sanchez. Joe is a retired Fire Captain with the city of Ontario. Joe actually has a dog he was paired with through Working Dogs for Warriors, and they talk about the process that Joe went through to get paired with his dog and how much help/healing his dog has provided to him.

On today’s episode, the boys sit down with SoCal Police Officer Roxi. They dive into Roxis past, her decisions on becoming a police officer, the trials of being a female police officer and being a strong role model for her children.

On todays episode, they sit down with El Montes Police Chief Jake Fisher. They talk about Chief Fishers upbringing, being raised in the San Gabriel Valley, his choice to become an officer and what it was like being a young cop during a different time in police culture. They also go into the tragic events that shook the El Monte Police Department. First, the tragic passing of 2 officers, Sgt. Michael Paredes and Officer Joseph Santana. Who’s lives were cut short by a shooting where they were responding to a Domestic Violence dispute. After the tragic passing of the 2 police officers, El Monte PD also suffered another loss. The department lost their Police Chief Ben Lowry a couple months later due to health issues. They go into the major impact that had on the entire department and how Chief Fisher has worked to keep morale high and the mission moving forward. Rest in Peace Chief Ben Lowry, Sgt. Michael Paredes, and Officer Joseph Santana.

On today’s episode, the boys sit down with Air Force Veteran and retired law enforcement officer Ray Barba. They go into Rays childhood, why he chose the military, and getting into law enforcement. They touch on the terrorist attack that happened in San Bernardino, and Rays steps towards retirement. They go into Ray purchasing Pristine Uniforms and how he serves the first responder community now.

On today’s episode, the boys sit down with Marine Corps Veteran and owner/operator of After Action D’brief, Justin Tyler. They dive into Justin’s upbringing, being raised in a military family, joining the Marines, serving and his life now as a father, husband and business owner. They dive into the struggles of getting out of the military and finding a new purpose once you are out of the military. They touch on Justin’s experience as a military contractor in Israel and Afghanistan, and coming back home to start his brand and the meaning behind it.

On today’s episode, the boys sit down with Barstow PD office Jose Barrientos. They dive into Jose’s upbringing, becoming an officer, his experience going through the academy with Jaime, and a major incident that happened while he was on duty and the after math of the event.

On today’s episode, the boys sit down with former US Army Ranger Sergio Machado. They dive into Sergio’s childhood and how his upbringing paved his path into the military, as well as being a Jiu Jitsu black belt, and law enforcement officer. They go into the evils around the world and within neighborhoods. On how to become resilient through traumas and experience, and not letting those things make you a victim.

On todays episode, the boys sit down with a SoCal Law Enforcement Officer and small business owner, Eric Leclercq. They dive into Eric’s upbringing, his reasoning on joining law enforcement, becoming a father, and starting a woodworking business called Ten8 Woodworx. Thank you for joining us.

On todays episode, the boys sit down with Pomona PD Officer Tim Ugarte. They break down Tim’s upbringing, what made him become a police officer, his trials through life and marriage, and how he’s overcome all that through prayer and resiliency.

On today’s episode, the boys sit down with USMC Veteran and USC Alum, Cris Pacheco. They go into Cris’ upbringing, the loss of his father, and this newfound journey of healing through spirituality.

On today’s episode, the boys sit down with Fred Kittman for a Part 3 episode. They catch up with Fred and what has happened in his life ever since his previous episode. They also dive into being present and learning how to adapt to friendships and relationships.

For this throwback episode, the boys sit down with Pomona PD Captain Ryan Rodriguez. They dive into dealing with trauma and how to become triumphant through them. This episode was originally recorded last year but was held from being published.

On today’s episode, the boys sit down with CHP officer Anthony Carlevaro. They dive into Anthony’s child hood, his relationship with his mother and father, joining CHP, and the time he spent with Pomona PD. They also get into how Anthony balances his career with his family and how having a supportive spouse helps with the healing. Thanks for joining us, we’ll see you on the next one and as always Cheers!

On today’s episode, the boys sit down with Marriage and Family Therapist Paula Ramos. This episode was one of the most insightful episodes for Q and Jaime because Paula gave a lot of advice that is very applicable to veterans and first responders in regards to relationships and how to succeed in a relationship as a veteran or first responder. They also dive into why Paula Ramos chose this career and how being raised in her culture perceived therapy. Sit back, unwind, and cheers.

On today’s episode, the boys sit down with Police Officer and Code 7 Coffee owner/founder David Avalos. They dive into David’s upbringing, why he joined the Army, and his time as a law enforcement officer. David goes into some major incidents that taught him how to persevere through trauma and how to see the positive in every outcome. Thank you for joining us and we’ll see you on the next one. Cheers!

On today’s episode the boys sit down with US Army Veteran Mike “Marty” Martinez. They go into mikes background, about him being a 4th generation service member, and how growing up in a structured household paved the way to his mental tenacity on how to handle combat experiences and the traumas that come with it.

On todays episode, the boys sit down with Pomona PD SWAT Commander Scott Hess. They dive into Scott’s life, growing up in a military family, living in multiple countries as a kid, his decision to join law enforcement, and a major traumatic incident that changed his life and perspective as a SWAT leader. Thank you for joining us!

On todays episode the boys sit down with US Army veteran Thailer Powell. They dive into Thailers upbringing, reasons why she joined the military, her combat experience in Afghanistan and how she’s been able to overcome mental health adversity through therapy and fitness.

On today’s episode, the boys sit down with Sergio Rodriguez to close out our 1st Season of episodes. They talk about Sergio’s decision to step away and what his plans are for the future. They also dive some more into therapy and how each one of them has either started or is going to start therapy. We thank you for all the support and we hope for the continued support as we go into our next season!

On today’s episode, the boys sit down with LA County Sheriffs Helicopter Pilot Rob Gracia. On this episode the boys dive into Rob’s upbringing, his service in the military, his experience becoming a law enforcement enforcer and how he became a helicopter pilot. They also speak about some tragic events that would have broken any other person, but Rob took those events and chose to become stronger through them.

On today’s episode, the boys sit down with US Navy Veteran and Colton PD Sgt Matt Collins. On this episode we dive into Matt’s upbringing, serving his country, as well as joining the military with his twin brother and how their paths separating helped them find their own identity. We also go into Matt’s service with Colton PD and his experience dealing with mental health and his reaction with the terrorist attack that happened in San Bernardino, December 2nd 2015. Thank you for joining us!

On todays episode, the boys sit down with retired Pomona PD Office Rob McCrary. They dive into Robs upbringing, his father serving in the US Navy and being a part of The Bay of Pigs and the War in Vietnam. They also touch on a couple shooting incidents that Rob was involved in, as well as 2 suicides of not only his father but his wife that he had to get through. Thank you for joining us. And if you or anyone you know is dealing with mental health problems and has thought about hurting yourself, please call the suicide prevention hotline at 988 to speak to someone to get the answers you need. And also reach out to a friend or family. You are not alone.

On today’s episode, the boys sit down with Pomona Sgt. Jerry Uribe. The boys go into Jerrys past, his upbringing, his dad also serving Pomona PD, and the night that Jerrys squad lost their leader Pomona Police Officer Danny Fraembs End of Watch Saturday, May 11, 1996. Jerry also goes into a case that has stuck with him his entire career and how it all came back around as his career comes to a close.

On todays special live recorded episode the boys sat down with Marine Veteran Marco Parada at Evolve Distilling. The boys had the pleasure of interviewing Marco in-front of a live audience. Marco dove into his upbringing, his time in service and how his experience in the military prepared him for fatherhood and marriage. We really enjoyed this experience and look forward to the next one!

This episode is dedicated to Pomona Police Officer Greggory Casillas, End of Watch Friday, March 9, 2018. On todays episode, the boys sit down with Pomona Officer and OIS survivor Alex Nguyen. They dive into Alex’s past, why he became a police officer, serving the community he grew up in, and being a part of a club that only a select few of officers are in. They speak on the the shooting that changed Alex’s life and how going through survivors guilt paved the way to his healing today.

On todays episode the boys sit down with Pomona Officer Prince “Hutch”Hutchinson. They dive into Hutch’s deep ties with the military, his time in the military, and how he has coped with a lot of traumas that came with his combat deployment.

On todays episode, the boys sit down with Army Combat Medic Zach Vrobel. The dive into Zach’s military experience, the different school houses he went through and how a child hood trauma began his mental health to spiral downwards once new stressors were introduced into his life. Zach talks about how he overcame anxiety attacks and what type of therapy worked for him.

On todays episode, the boys sit back down with GSA owner Corey Hostetter to discuss the correlation between physical fitness and mental health. They also share their opinions on overweight military and LEO, and what the standards should be at.

On todays episode, the boys sit down with Marine Corp veteran Henry Nevarez. Henry shares his upbringing and experience not only serving once but serving in the Marine Corp on two different occasions. He goes into his experience on his deployment to Iraq, as well as battling with his demons once he came home and what he did to over come the adversities that he was facing. Henry also speaks on his work that he does with the VA and the different options and programs that the VA offers for those veterans who are seeking assistance or looking for answers. Thank you for joining us and if you feel that you got something out of this episode, please like and share this podcast with someone.

On todays episode, the boys sit down with Mark “Doc” Flores. He is a former Navy Corpsman that spent his entire career attached to Marine Corp units. They dive into Docs experience in the Navy and how that has affected his life today. Doc opens up about currents events that have transpired in his life and how he’s been able to overcome adversities by seeking therapy. Thank you for listening and please share if you feel like you got something out of the episode.

On todays episode, the boys sit down with Marine Corps Veteran Nicky Chartraw. They dive into Nicky’s upbringing, coming out to her family, why she joined the Marine Corps, and some of the struggles that females face serving in the military. Thank you for listening and don’t forget to share this podcast if you feel like you got something out of it.

On todays episode, the boys sit down to talk about how Whiskey & Warstories came to fruition. They also dive into the impact they’ve felt by making these episodes and how it’s been effecting them on a personal level. They also dive a little deeper into mental health and Q’s battles coming back from deployment. Their good friends Jim & Ryan sat in to watch and shared some quick insight into their lives and perspectives on mental health. Take a listen and please make sure to share the podcast if you got something out of it.

The boys bring Fred Kittman back for a Pt.2. On this interview they dive a little deeper into the condition that Freds son is diagnosed with. They also talk about the impact it has had not only on the relationship that Fred has with his son but also the trials it’s put his marriage through. They all share their experience of battling mental health issues and the stigma behind it. Thank you for joining us and we hope you enjoy this Part 2 of Fred Kittmans interview.

On todays Part 1 of a 2 episode series, the boys sit down with former Marine Corps Sniper and Pomona PD Detective Fred Kittman. They open up about Fred’s experience in the Marine Corps, being a part of the first push into Iraq, and getting out of the Corps and joining law enforcement. They also start diving into Fred’s mental health journey and begin speaking about his sons rare condition. Thank you for joining us and stay tuned for Part 2.

On todays episode, the boys sit down with Corey Hostetter, owner of Crossfit Gold Standard Athletics and former LEO. They take a dive into Corey’s upbringing, his reasons behind becoming a LEO, opening the gym, and where his life has led him. They also talk about the current climate of policing and the mental health stigmas behind the stressors of being a police officer. Join us as we get to talk to Corey and hear his side of things.