On this episode of Mistress Carrie's Side Piece, Mistress Carrie sits down with 3 female soldiers in the US Army. A Brigade Commander, a recruiting Sergeant First Class, and a new Cadet fresh from Basic Training. These women, from different backgrounds, all ended up volunteering for service, and their stories are worth hearing. Col. Dina Wandler, SFC Wilson, and Cadet Mikayla Neuzil are just a few examples of the brave and selfless women that make up a growing portion of our Armed Forces.

On August 25, 2018 the Godsmack, Shinedown, and Red Sun Rising tour rolled into the Xfinity Center. It just so happened to be the 20th anniversary of the release of Godsmack's debut album. Mike Hsu and I were backstage, first with Brent Smith from Shinedown. He walked into the room, soaking wet from a post workout shower, but holding a REALLY nice bottle of tequila for my 20th anniversary on the air at WAAF (April 17, 2018). Then Mike Hsu and I sat down with Sully from Godsmack, and we spent some time walking down memory lane. Somehow maxi pads, and Cindy Crawfords eye cream came up in the conversation. Finally, Mike Hsu disappeared, and Mike & Ryan from Red Sun Rising joined me to spoli a bottle of wine, and take Boston accent lessons. It was an amazing night.

On this episode of Mistress Carrie's Side Piece, Comedian Paul Mecurio returns to talk about his off Broadway show "Permission to Speak with Paul Mecurio". He talks about the FIRE that delayed the opening, and some of the crazy stories that come out of the stars of the show... the audience members themselves. Click here to get tickets!

In this episode of Mistress Carrie’s Side Piece, we celebrate Vinnie Paul. The legendary drummer of Pantera, Damage Plan, Rebel Meets Rebel, and Hell Yeah, Vinnie passed away suddenly at his home in Vegas on Friday night. After digging through the MC20 archives, 3 interviews stand out. The first is the Damage Plan studio takeover from January 2004. This is not for the faint of heart. Classic Vinnie, and Dimebag in all their glory.  Second, is just Vinnie from September 2004, during the ALCS, before the Red Sox broke the Curse of the Bambino. And finally, Vinnie in 2008 talking about the book he dedicated to his brothers legacy. If you are a fan of his playing, his bands, or just heavy music, this episode is for you. Zakk Wylde, Jerry Cantrell, Dave Williams, and Eddie Van Halen are just a few of the names getting dropped in this episode.

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“You’re only as old as you act, you’re only as old as you feel!”- Vinnie Paul

#GetchaPull

In this episode of Mistress Carrie's Side Piece podcast, 2 local USMC veterans tell their stories, from enlisting after 9/11, to deploying overseas, and then transitioning back to civilian life. This is an open and honest conversation about the veteran experience, that takes a look at the good, the bad, and how we can all get involved to make it better. To get involved with the veterans outreach events that they talked about, click here. Thanks to James and Ben for their honesty, and their willingness to talk about such personal topics. Semper Fi! #Episode23

According to his bio "Scott A. Huesing is a retired USMC Infantry Major with over 24 years of service, both enlisted and as a commissioned officer.  His career spanned 10 deployments and he conducted operations in over 60 countries worldwide.  During his numerous deployments to Iraq, Afghanistan, and the Horn of Africa he planned, led, and conducted hundreds of combat missions under some of the most austere and challenging conditions." He is the author of the best selling book 'Echo In Ramadi' which is described... "For months from the winter of 2006 through early 2007—250 Marines of Echo Company, 2d Battalion, 4th Marines fought daily in Ramadi—the deadliest city in Iraq and throughout Al Anbar Province."   He was in Boston, attending the Boston Wounded Vet Run, and we were introduced by BWVR founder Andy Beggio (Side Piece Episode #4). Scott, came in to talk about his book, his Marines, bridging the Military/Civilian gap, and so much more. For more info on Scott click here.

Click here to purchase a copy of Echo In Ramadi

Scott is also the Executive Director of Save The Brave "(STB) is a certified, one hundred percent, nonprofit organization devoted to provide camaraderie and stress management programs.  STB is committed to establishing connectivity of the mind, body, and spirit by creating solid support networks that are entirely accessible to all Veterans in need.  Though diverse outreach programs and financial assistance, STB provides a safe and comfortable space for Veterans to connect with each other, share stories, struggles, and accomplishments to heal the wounds that go largely unseen. Our philosophy is simple.  There is no pill, no prescription and no vaccination that can cure the effects of PTS better than connecting with fellow Veterans through shared experiences.  Our strength comes through connection." Click here for more info on STB.

As Memorial Day approaches, it's important to remember the meaning behind the holiday. It doesn't take much to recognize the price that has been paid by our Gold Star Families. In this episode, Mistress Carrie interviews Gold Star Father Joe Kelley, and his daughter, Gold Star Sister Colleen Dugan. They lost their beloved son, and brother Sgt. Michael Kelley in Afghanistan on June 8, 2005, he was the first member of the Mass. Army National Guard to be killed in action. A school was dedicated to Sgt. Kelley, in the mountains of Afghanistan in December 2011, the very same school, Mistress Carrie visited during it's construction in September 2011 as part of 'AAF to Afghanistan'. The Kelley family has been supporting this school since it's dedication, and it's roof is now in desperate need of repairs. This Memorial Day, please support the Kelley Family, by making a donation to their fundraising efforts, to help the Sgt. Michael J Kelley School keep the 600 students (130 are girls) in class! If you want to make a donation please click here!  Thank you so much for your support.

In preparation of her 20th anniversary on the air at WAAF on April 17, Mistress Carrie sits down with Ian Barrett, of MediaBoss, who produced hundreds of episodes of WAAF's Real Rock TV. Carrie and Ian spent years on the radio every Friday night, and on TV every Saturday night, interviewing bands, discovering new music, showing the backstage, and behind the scenes makings of the radio station, and documenting every show that came through New England, and some shows from around the country. Included in the interview recapping the last 20 years, Woodstock 99, the Mojave Desert Phone Booth, Live 8 Toronto, Summer Sanitarium, and artists like Kid Rock, Metallica, Red Hot Chili Peppers, Korn, Limp Bizkit, Sevendust, Godsmack, Staind, LInkin Park, Aerosmith, and SO MANY MORE! This Episode, Episode 20, doesn't even scratch the surface of everything that happened. They may have to sit down again, and try to remember more. #MC20

21 Years: A Folded Flag

Richard Fitts Jr. a Gold Star Son from Abington MA, lost his Green Beret father, Richard Fitts Sr, in 1968.He was on a on a secret mission in Laos, when Jr. was only 2 years old. It took 7 years to have him confirmed KIA, and even longer to have closure and see him laid to rest at home, and Arlington. Richard Jr. is now researching his father, his service, and the mission that killed him, in an effort to get to the know his namesake, and document his families legacy. This research, led to creating a documentary, with producer Rudy Childs. I invited both of them to the studio, to sit down, and talk about the project, Richard Fitts Sr. and what it is like to grow up with such a mystery surrounding the passing of your father. This isn't just a Gold Star family story, and it isn't just a military story. It's a story about anyone trying to get to know their own father, and trying to find out who they are, and where they come from. 

Watch the trailer for 21 Years here, You can support this documentary, on it's official facebook page, and if you would like to donate and help get this film finished, you can click on the GoFundMe page. This is an amazing story. Please share this story, and hopefully we will see this film completed soon.

This episode Mistress Carrie's Side Piece podcast features Brent Smith of Shinedown, talking about their new song, album, tour with Godsmack, and the "good old days" with Mistress Carrie. David Coverdale of Whitesnake called in to talk about their live album, Deep Purple, the 30th anniversary of the self titled album, social media and more. And finally Carrie's interview with Josh Todd from Buckcherry. They talked about touring, writing music, and the time they had in 2005 in Toronto at Live 8. #MC20