First off, everyone takes a breath. We have some information on the March 5th NGB memo and things are going to be okay. In this episode, I will tell you what I know about the changes with reenlistment bonuses and hopefully calm your nerves. Then we bring on a 20+ SGM to talk Guard benefits and give advice to young junior enlisted soldiers. If you are a young soldier who isn't using benefits PLEASE LISTEN UP. As always, thank you all for the love and support, and we hope you enjoy the epi...

Join us on an uproarious journey through the military experiences and entrepreneurial ventures of Jarred Taylor, co-founder of Black Rifle Coffee Company and Nine Line Apparel. In this riveting podcast episode, we delve into Taylor's unique path, from his time serving in the military to his current role as a prominent figure in the veteran-owned business world.Prepare for laughter and candid anecdotes as Taylor shares tales of his interactions with the National Guard and recounts unforgettabl...

If you are not having sushi every Sunday you are not living. Anyways, come join Corey and me for some video game talk, NGB reenlistment bonus chaos, and more. Then we dive into the worst Alaska Air National Guard unit ever and explore the failures in leadership that led them to this conclusion. Lastly, we bring on Chris, a 19-year Army National Guard member who has had more jobs than anyone I have met in the Guard. We talk leaders, we talk failures, we talk success, and go over one of the bes...

This week on The Nasty Guard Podcast we bring on the highly educated and resourceful Shayla. Shayla has a bachelor's degree from The City College of New York, a master's degree in Art Therapy & Counseling from Eastern Virginia Medical School, and is currently working on another master’s degree in Applied Neuroscience from King's College London. She has contributed to clinical and community research at New York University, Eastern Virginia Medical School, and the Department of Veterans Aff...

This could be the most important podcast we've recorded thus far. This week we bring on Josh Halu CEO and co-founder of The Psychedelic Exchange. Josh and his team work tirelessly to connect veterans with treatment for mental illness. However, this team explores natural medicinal treatments such as Psilocybin, MDMA, and Ketamine. These new treatment modalities are showing some extremely promising research results, and are being hailed as insanely successful in saving the lives of veterans in ...

First off, it is a joke. Relax children. That being said, we bring on Nora from @fubar_actaul and she discusses struggles as an influencer in the Army, she talks about her best days as an Army leader, and dives into why you need to move to Ohio. This episode is full of laughs and exposes a side of military influence that is usually undiscussed. For those of you who find this edgy or wild, I strongly recommend taking a prescription chill pill. If you want to support us, check us out at ww...

This week, brace yourselves as we welcome the legendary Mday_Warriors to the podcast! Get ready for a wild ride through the ups and downs of life as a National Guard 11C. From the glory days to deployments in Africa, we're spilling all the beans on the diverse experiences across states.But wait, there's more! Cory and I share insights on the fine art of occasionally ruffling feathers to get things done. And oh boy, don't miss the riveting tale of my epic showdown with an Army doctor over the ...

This week on the Nasty Guard Podcast, Cory and I reflect on some of the significant challenges we've encountered in an Army training environment, as well as our most memorable moments. From intense Carl G training and AT4 tracers to exhilarating experiences like jumping out of helicopters and handling Javelins, we delve into the diverse aspects of our military journey.Our conversation extends to the major challenges faced by part-time service members, exploring the dynamic nature of operation...

In this week's episode, we're thrilled to have a dynamic lineup of guests! First up, we have an esteemed leader from the active-duty army who runs a fantastic leadership page. Dive into the fascinating world of leading, mentoring, and guiding troops as we explore profound levels of leadership theory and execution. This discussion is a treasure trove for anyone aspiring to lead, whether in the military or beyond. Check out @theleadershuddle for more insights!Next, brace yourselves for a lively...

Guess what, folks? The one and only exclusive National Guard and Reservist podcast is back in action! This episode is like a care package of major updates – Navy sailors allegedly taking bribes from China? Yup, you heard it right! And wait for it... the VA giving veterans mushrooms? Strange but true!But that's not all – we've got some special guests in the barracks! Our buddies over at Bunker Bros join us for a hilarious chat on military leadership, deployment stories, and some seriously wild...