Wet Boots Pod

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  • Specialists in Charge (SPCIC): A Meme Revolution

    In this episode of the Wet Boots podcast, we welcome a notable military guest known as the 'Specialist in Charge,' who's built a significant following online through his meme page. Broadcasting from Fort Carson, Colorado, we cover a wide range of topics from Specialist in Charge's military experiences, the origins, and growth of his popular Instagram page, to serious issues like nutrition and fitness within the military, as well as the importance of mental health and support for soldiers.

    The discussion also touches on personal anecdotes, including memorable training mishaps, reflecting on leadership, and the journey of self-improvement within the army. SPCIC shares his insights into creating content that both entertains and supports the military community, emphasizing the need for pride, patriotism, and taking care of one's soldiers and unit.

    00:00 Welcome to Wet Boots: A Military Story Podcast

    00:55 Introducing Specialist in Charge: From Fort Carson to Meme Fame

    01:53 The Birth of a Meme Page: Specialist in Charge's Journey

    03:31 From Pepe to Drunk Specialist: The Evolution of a Logo

    05:38 Gaining Traction: The Unexpected Success of a Meme Page

    10:08 The Dark Side of Meme Fame: Shitbags Anonymous and Beyond

    15:31 Supporting Soldiers: Beyond Memes to Meaningful Help

    19:10 A Deep Dive into Fort Carson and 4th ID: Changes and Challenges

    29:56 The Personal Military Journey: From ROTC Cadet to Infantryman

    31:54 The Unlikely Path to Military Service

    32:13 Early Influences and Deciding to Join

    33:13 Re-enlistment and the Love for Military Life

    33:47 Infantry Life: The Good, The Bad, and The Ugly

    34:02 Surviving the Desert: A Test of Will

    37:11 Training Mishaps and Unforgettable Moments

    41:44 Rites of Passage and Moments of Pride

    43:34 Challenges and Changes in the Army

    45:25 The Importance of Physical Fitness and Training Quality

    51:18 Advice for Leaders and Reflections on Service

    55:25 Final Thoughts and Future Plans

    59 min
  • Military Life and Creativity: A Chat with Loteria Violencia

    In this episode of the Wet Boots podcast, Leo interviews Gallo, the CEO of Loteria Violencia, a brand known for its military and Hispanic community-themed designs.

    Gallo shares his experiences serving in the National Guard, including anecdotes from deployments and training exercises.

    The discussion also covers the conception and mission of Loteria Violencia, aiming to represent the Hispanic military community through art. Gallo talks about the stories behind specific designs, emphasizing that many are based on real individuals and personal memories, such as playing loteria with family. The episode touches on the unique aspects of military life, from humorous stories to the challenges and camaraderie experienced in service.

    00:00 Welcome to the Wet Boots Podcast: Military Stories Unleashed

    00:14 Introducing Papi from Loteria Violencia: A Creative Force

    00:52 Military Life and Memes: A Deep Dive with the Platoon Papi

    02:21 From Active Duty to National Guard: A Unique Journey

    03:18 The Hilarious Realities of National Guard Life

    19:34 Creative Ventures: The Birth of Loteria Violencia

    28:10 Expanding Horizons: Future Plans for Loteria Violencia

    32:16 A Hilarious Ambush Setup Gone Wrong

    33:02 The Lighter Side of Military Life

    33:43 Officer Quirks and Military Jargon

    35:57 Unforgettable Moments and Military Rites of Passage

    38:50 Challenging and Gross Experiences in the Army

    48:45 Improving the Army: Suggestions for Change

    53:52 Advice for New Soldiers and Final Reflections

    55:01 Wrapping Up: Design Collaborations and Invitations

    58 min
  • Military Journeys and Meme Mastery: An Exclusive with Dank Memes for Dragon Teens

    This episode of the Wet Boots Podcast features an anonymous guest known as the owner and CEO of Dank Memes for Dragon Teens. The guest shares his journey from being an ROTC cadet to enlisting in the army, his unique path to airborne school, and his experiences in the 82nd Airborne Division.

    They dive into the origins and purpose behind the Dank Memes for Dragon Teens Instagram page, which includes leveraging the platform to assist soldiers discreetly. The guest recounts personal stories of struggle, camaraderie, and humorous escapades, shedding light on the role of humor in coping with military life and depression. This candid conversation reveals how laughter can transform challenges into something bearable and sometimes even enjoyable, amidst reflecting on serious moments that test one's resolve and the deep connections formed in the service. The discussion also touches on the importance of improving living conditions for soldiers and offers advice to those new to the military or considering joining the 82nd Airborne Division.

    00:00 Welcome to the Wet Boots Podcast: A Military Storytelling Journey

    00:32 From Maintenance NCO to Dank Memes: A Unique Military Connection

    01:18 The Unlikely Path to Airborne School: A Tale of Determination

    02:55 Leveraging Memes for Soldier Support: Beyond Humor

    04:40 A Silver Spoon, 9/11, and the Drive to Serve

    06:34 The Harsh Realities of Military Life and Finding Support

    08:57 Adventures and Misadventures: From Airborne School to Disney World

    18:48 Deployment Tales and the Impact of Mistakes

    21:12 Cool Experiences and Missed Opportunities

    21:57 Deployment Tales and Casual Conversations

    22:54 Life After Deployment: Transition and Decisions

    23:59 The Reserves, Return to Afghanistan, and COVID-19

    25:32 From Military Service to Meme Mastery

    29:23 The Power of Humor in Coping and Leadership

    31:32 Final Thoughts and Reflections

    39 min
  • The Military Labyrinth: Navigating Career Challenges with Harrison Peck| Wet Boots Podcast Episode 20

    The journey of Harrison Peck an army sergeant, from the reserves through active duty to a specialized branch, is shared in this candid interview. Harrison discusses battling obstacles, overcoming self-doubt, and the significance of being an instructor in the Advanced Skills Attachment (ASD). This episode provides an intimate look at military life, from the challenges of deployments and changing roles within the ranks to the lessons learned along the way.


    Episode Introduction

    Active Duty Transition

    Deployment Experiences

    Interactions with Fellow Soldiers

    Transition to Advanced Skills Attachment

    Reflections on Career Choices

    1 hr 7 min
  • Reflections and Overcoming Obstacles | Wet Boots Podcast Episode 19
    In this solo episode of the Wet Boots Podcast, I discusses personal reflections on my journey, experiences during the holidays, and the circumstances that led to the creation of the podcast. I share my perspective on life's challenges and setbacks, suggesting they might be opportunities for growth and resilience. Also, I delve into my experience of having surgery and navigating the recovery process.
    Touching upon the comical and less fortunate experiences I've had in the military, I talks about the stories behind some pictures from my past. Lastly I also reflect on the concept of resiliency and how it has played a significant role in my life. I end the episode with warm holiday wishes.
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    00:00 Introduction and Holiday Musings
    00:32 The Loneliness of Holidays in the Barracks
    01:39 Avoiding Holiday Loneliness: Tips and Warnings
    02:46 The Joy of Simple Interactions
    03:05 Stepping Out of Your Comfort Zone
    03:47 The Inception of the Wet Boots Podcast
    05:03 The Struggles and Failures in Podcasting
    07:26 The Importance of Sharing Military Stories
    09:14 The Epiphany: The Birth of Wet Boots
    14:24 The Challenges and Rewards of Podcasting
    29:45 Dealing with Criticism and Negativity
    31:15 The Unexpected Blessing of an Injury
    31:41 Sharing Personal Career Pictures
    32:00 The Story Behind the First Picture
    35:06 The Second Picture and Body Dysmorphia
    37:33 The Third Picture: A Parachute Mishap
    41:18 The Fourth Picture: A Wrecker Incident
    46:46 The Fifth Picture: A Mud Landing
    47:40 The Last Picture: A Life-Changing Moment
    58:04 The Importance of Resiliency
    01:00:56 Closing Thoughts and Holiday Wishes
    1 hr 2 min
  • Pt. 2 SOF Team Daddy Jason's Journey

    Hey everyone welcome to another episode of the Wet Boots Podcast, this week we're wrapping up with Tatty Daddy Jason Duncan.

    This video follows the career trajectory of a long-serving soldier, focusing on his experiences from being a jump master to his deployment in Germany, and his work in the Command.With insights from his time in Fort Lewis to handling 'problem children' in an Advanced Skills Detachment (ASD), he shares pivotal turning points and cultural shocks that shaped his leadership style. The soldier, Jason Duncan, emphasizes learning from adversity and bad leadership to mentor young soldiers and build successful teams. Throughout the video, Duncan reflects on the significance of resilience and how turning challenges into growth opportunities underpins a successful military career.


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    1 hr 31 min
  • (RE-UPLOAD) SOF Team Daddy Jasons Journey, Jason Shares his story | Wet Boots Podcast Episode 18

    Hey everyone welcome to another episode of the podcast! Im not sure why but I ran into alot of technical difficulties, I mean when don’t I right?

    This week we have SOF Team Daddy Jason Duncan on the podcast to tell his story. Jason has been in the Army for about 15 years, Starting off as Infantry, and changed MOS' twice before he got to where he is now. He shares a story about a few major losses in Afghanistan, a culture shock going from Hawaii to another duty station, and one INCREDIBLY funny story involving the Puerto Rican National Guard.

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    And pay close attention because we got some exciting news to share!

    Join us next time to hear Part 2 of Jasons Journey

    1 hr 19 min
  • Andy Got Gains | Andy Silva Tells her Inspiring Army Story | Wet Boots Pod Episode 17
    Hey everyone, welcome to another episode of the Wet Boots Podcast, where I talk to people in the military and get a chance to hear their story.
    This weeks guest is Andy Silva. Andy is a female in the Army who has faced tremendous adversity to get to where she is now. She tells us her story from being a little girl in Brazil, to how she chose the Army, and some heartwarming moments that are sure to stick with her for the rest of her life. Towards the end we ask a few deep questions and i also reveal something new that we have in stock.
    There were some technical difficulties so my bad on that one. If you enjoyed this weeks episode and got something out of it, spread the word, tell someone about it and help us get more stories out there. As always thanks for watching and we'll see you next time!
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    1 hr 25 min
  • First to fight she's loyal, she's a Marine. Sandra Tells her story | Wet Boots Pod Episode 16

    Hey eveyone, welcome to another episode of the Wet Boots Podcast, where I talk to people in the military and get a chance to hear their story.

    This week we have Sandra AKA Barbara Loralei one half of the One Thing of Another podcast. She is a female marine who is set on proving that women in the Marines are not to be messed with. Barbara talks about her 16 years in the marines and the adversity she has faced. She also talks about her struggles as a single mother and how she handled transitioning back into the marines after having her child. Her story is truly inspiring and will help many going through the same.

    Be sure to follow her on Instagram @shewolf.mama

    and make sure to catch her on the One thing or Another Podcast.


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    1 hr 12 min
  • From SOF to Realty, the Willy Vivas Story | Wet Boots Pod Episode 15

    Hey eveyone, welcome to another episode of the Wet Boots Podcast, where I talk to people in the military and get a chance to hear their story.

    This week we have Willy Vivas. Willy is no stranger to the 95th CA BDE having served seven years as a Civil Affairs NCO. But he wasn't always in SOF. He tells us about his time in Hawaii, Germany, and Fort Bragg. (Yes I said Bragg, call the cops) Willy shares his experiences from his time in the middle east all the way to Southern America.

    If you liked todays episode and got some good infor out of it, tell someone about it, spread the word, break some bread and help us get these stories and lessons learned out there. Thanks for listening and we'll see you next time!

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    1 hr 25 min

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Here at Wet Boots podcast we interview military members and highlight moments from their careers, from the best times they’ve had, to the not so best times, and moments where the only choice you have…