Best Justin Cramer Podcasts (2024)

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Ep. 219 | Kirk Spradley | Force Recon & Blackwater Contractor 1:52:58

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Kirk Spradley is a former Force Recon Marine that has also served as a Blackwater Contractor and member of the National Guard. Kirk was in Ramadi as a Blackwater contractor during some of the heaviest fighting in 2005 and authored the book War Junkie: A Cautionary Tale. This video is sponsored by Southern New Hampshire University. Click the link to…

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Invasion of Iraq | K 3/7 Assaultman | Cody Anderson 16:36

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Cody Anderson is a former Marine infantry assaultman and Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) Tech that took part in the invasion of Iraq with Kilo Company 3rd Battalion 7th Marine Regiment. In this clip taken from Ep. 129, Cody details the opening hours of the invasion of Iraq. This clip is sponsored by Southern New Hampshire University. Check out th…

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Is the US Stock Market Too Reliant on a Few Large Companies? | E149 Erik Baskin 43:44

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Over the last couple of years, a key group of companies known as The Magnificent Seven has emerged. This group of high-performing and influential companies includes Alphabet, Amazon, Apple, Meta, Microsoft, NVIDIA, and Tesla. These companies are at the forefront of sectors such as artificial intelligence, electric vehicles, cloud computing, and dig…

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Clip 041 | MARSOC DET 1 Snipers in Iraq | John Dailey 19:18

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John Dailey is a former member of the experimental MARSOC Detachment 1 who was hand selected to create the Marine Raider sniper program. Prior to Det 1, John served with the 3rd Battalion 7th Marines Surveillance and Target Acquisition platoon and 1st Force Recon Battalion. This video is sponsored by Southern New Hampshire University. Click the lin…

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Ep. 218 | Mick Hawkes | 22 SAS & 29 Commandos 1:58:14

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Michael "Mick" Hawkes is a retired member of the UK's B Squadron 22 Special Air Service (SAS). Mick also served with 29 Commandos and 2 Para. His deployments included fighting in the Falkland War, surveillance operations in Northern Ireland, and counter-terrorism missions around the world. More than 20 minutes of extra content from this interview a…

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Reverse Budgeting: Low-Stress Way to Spend Guilt-Free and Keep Your Finances Healthy | E148 Peter Lazaroff 44:33

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Things can get complicated quickly in the world of personal finance. From investing and budgeting to estate planning and insurance, there are multiple ways to accomplish what you need to get done. Let’s take investing for example. There are different strategies including but not limited to passive index investing, value buying, the 3-fund portfolio…

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Clip 040 | Foreign Commando Courses | Delta Force Operator Tom Satterly 10:44

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Tom Satterly retired as a Delta Force Operator but began his Army career as an engineer stationed in Europe. Tom took advantage of opportunities to attend commando courses hosted by both the French and German militaries. Hear the entire conversation on Ep. 176 available now on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts or ad free on Patreon. Support the show…

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How to Fight About Money Without Ruining a Relationship | E147 Allie Volpe 43:00

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There are going to be differences. And these differences are what lead to disagreements. Imagine a scenario where you and your friends are booking an Airbnb for an upcoming trip. The group isn’t progressing, and you can tell by the tone people are getting frustrated. Half of the group wants a cheap option while the other half wants a nice place clo…

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Ep. 217 | John Dailey | MARSOC Det 1 Chief Sniper 2:18:15

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John Dailey is a retired Marine sniper who served with the experimental MARSOC Detachment 1 as the Chief Sniper. He was an original member of the unit and helped build their Sniper program from the ground up. In 2004, he and his team served in Iraq as part of a Navy Seal task unit and the snipers were successfully used to eliminate targets in Najaf…

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Ep. 43 - From Combat Zones to Creative Zones: Justin Cramer's Journey 1:20:33

1M ago1:20:33

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In this compelling episode of "Tales from the Corps," hosts Mike Francis and Neal Fauver sit down with Justin Cramer, a former Marine fire support man and JTAC evaluator, who takes us on a journey from the intense battlefields of Iraq and Afghanistan to the creative realms of podcasting and entrepreneurship. Justin's story is one of resilience, ada…

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Clip 039 | First Deployment with Australian Special Operations | Troy Knight 8:59

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Troy Knight is a retired Australian combat controller (CCT), private military contractor, and author of Havoc-06. In this clip taken from Ep. 147 of the Former Action Guys Podcast, Knight talks about his first deployment as a CCT and how his team hit the ground running with kinetic operations on his first day in country. Support the show https://ww…

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Ep. 216 | Jason Angell | ANGLICO Officer and Marine Infantryman 1:52:14

1M ago1:52:14

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Jason Angell was an enlisted Marine infantryman that left the service after an injury and came back as an officer. He participated in the invasion of Iraq and also served as an ANGLICO Firepower Control Team leader during a deployment to Ramadi. Check out Jason's book through the link below! Support the show https://www.jcramergraphics.com https://…

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Hard To Kill- Ep111- Sgt Andrew Coville 1:00:45

2M ago1:00:45

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YouTube Bio for Episode 111 of the Hard to Kill Podcast: Join us for an intense and heartfelt episode of the Hard to Kill Podcast as host Nick Aicardi sits down with 2nd LAR's finest, 0311 Marine, author, and true Masshole, Andrew Coville. In Episode 111, these two veterans talk shop and reminisce about the early days of USMC training and shuttling…

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5 Secrets to Make Your FIRE Journey Fun | E146 Jackie Cummings Koski 53:07

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Yes, your path to financial independence is going to take work and sacrifice but it shouldn’t be miserable. Financial independence is not worth it if it means being unhappy for decades of your life. There should be lots of moments of fun because life is precious both before and after you reach FI. So in today’s episode, Jackie Cummings Koski is bac…

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Clip 038 | Delta Force Operator Training Course 10:16

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Robert Keller is a former Army Ranger, Green Beret, and Delta Force Operator. Robert now owns Range Werx Florida and provides tactics instruction across the country. Support the show https://www.jcramergraphics.com https://www.ANGLICOshop.com https://www.patreon.com/formeractionguys Robert's site https://www.rangewerx.com/…

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Ep. 42 - Echoes of Valor: Stories That Transcend Time 1:23:28

2M ago1:23:28

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Join Mike Francis, Neal Fauver, and special guest Scott Gibson in an extraordinary episode of Tales from the Corps that delves deep into the lives and legacies of World War II veterans Don Graves and Allan Chatwin. Recently, these veterans shared their harrowing and heroic experiences from Iwo Jima at a memorable event in Fredericksburg, Texas. The…

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Clip 037 | Attack on PB Orbi and FOB Shir Ghazi | ANGLICO Marine Clay Nygard 12:55

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Clay Nygard is an ANGLICO Marine and artillery officer supporting the Georgian Liaison Teams working with the Republic of Georgia forces that were attacked at Patrol Base Orbi and Forward Operating Base Shir Ghazi with two separate car bombs in the summer of 2013. The full interview (Ep. 179) is available now on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, an…

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Ep. 215 | Doug Petersen | Vietnam Dustoff Pilot & UH-60 Instructor 1:34:25

2M ago1:34:25

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Doug Petersen was a dustoff pilot in the Vietnam War and was shot down two times during his tour. Doug earned the callsign DUSTOFF 34 after becoming an aircraft commander for the Bell UH-1H Iroquois (Huey) and flew over 950 combat hours. Support the show https://www.jcramergraphics.co... https://www.anglicoshop.com https://www.patreon.com/former...…

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Use Flow State to Achieve More and Accelerate Your Financial Goals | E145 Justine Elizabeth 43:40

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Whether you consider yourself a writer or not, you’ve been asked to write before. This could be an essay for school, an email at work, or a caption for a post. Sometimes when we are writing, we have a complete brain fart. No matter how hard we try, the words aren’t coming out. We write a sentence and delete it. We start writing another sentence, ge…

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Ep.41 - Tall Tales from the Corps: When Stories Collide 1:44:46

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Welcome, everybody, to a special edition of *Tales from the Corps*! Today’s episode is unique and exciting as fellow 3-6 brother Neal Fauver and I, Mike Francis, join retired Lieutenant Colonel Mitch "Taco" Bell on his podcast, *Tall Tales with Taco*. This live Facebook session, also available on YouTube, dives deep into our Marine Corps experience…

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Ep. 40 - From the Corps to the Core: Matt Harper’s Journey of Resilience, Business, and Brotherhood 1:06:04

3M ago1:06:04

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Join host Mike Francis as he sits down with Marine veteran Matt Harper. Dive into Matt's incredible story, from growing up in a family of Marines to finding his own path in the Corps, and eventually transitioning into civilian life. Hear about the challenges and triumphs of sobriety, the humorous and heartfelt moments that define Marine camaraderie…

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Why Are We So Weird When It Comes to Money | E144 Paco de Leon 46:10

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Humans are weird whenever it comes to money. We drive five miles out of the way to save a few cents on gas. We buy things we don’t need because they’re on sale. We don’t ask for a raise although we’ve been working hard at the same place for years. We all have irrational behaviors when it comes to money and a lot of this has to do with psychology. C…

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Ep. 39 - Echoes of Honor: Tracie Hunter's Journey Beyond the Call 57:45

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Dive into a profound and emotional episode of "Tales from the Corps" with host Mike Francis as he sits down with Tracie Hunter, the groundbreaking founder of Beyond the Call and the show's first female guest. Tracie's captivating mission to document and celebrate the lives of World War II veterans takes us on a heartwarming journey from her roots a…

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Clip 036 | Shot Down in Vietnam | Capt Jerry Geller 18:59

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Marine F-4 Phantom pilot Jerry Geller was shot down in Vietnam while conducting a bombing run on an enemy mortar position. This clip is taken from Ep. 012 which is available now on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts or ad free on Patreon. Support the show https://patreon.com/formeractionguys https://jcramergraphics.com https://ANGLICOshop.com…

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Ep. 214 | Ken Kraus | Marine Taken Hostage in Iran 3:16:54

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Kenneth Kraus is a former Marine embassy guard that was sent to Tehran to reinforce their posts during the Iranian Revolution. After terrorists breached the embassy walls, Ken and two other Marines fought back and ensured the safety of civilians before Ken was taken hostage and sent to the notorious Evin Prison for torture sessions. Support the sho…

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Ep. 38 - Confessions from the Corps: Marine Corps Pranks and Mayhem 1:13:40

3M ago1:13:40

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Get ready for a side-splitting episode of "Tales from the Corps" with your Host Michael Francis! He’s bringing back Robert Eunice, Lima company's own resident prankster, and introducing Bart Lewis, the legendary mischief-maker. These two veterans are here to share their most outrageous and hilarious stories from their time in the Marines. Expect ta…

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Clip 035 | MSOT 8212 | Joining the Team 7:35

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Joint Terminal Attack Controllers (JTAC) at Marine Special Operations Command (MARSOC) attach to Marine Special Operations Teams (MSOT) for deployments after being trained and evaluated by some of the best fire supporters in the US military. This clip is taken from Ep. 142 with Ryan Stevens and is available on YouTube or ad free on Patreon. Support…

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Ep. 213 | Eric Sauvé | Canadian Infantry Officer and Military Blogger 1:47:11

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Eric Sauvé is a retired infantry officer that served with Canada's Royal 22e Régiment. Eric's military journey spanned from his entry into the Royal Military College of Canada to being an intelligence liaison with the Defense Intelligence Agency in Washington, DC. Support the show https://www.jcramergraphics.com https://www.ANGLICOshop.com https://…

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Work Optionality: A Different Way to Imagine at FIRE | E143 Rachael Camp 48:02

3M ago48:02

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Work optionality is the idea that you work because you want to, not because you have to. As you’re listening to this in your 20s, this concept might seem like a pipe dream. That’s truly fair. Most of us don’t have this luxury. We are building wealth, along with just paying our bills, and it takes income to do that. But this idea might not be as far…

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Ep. 37 - Voyage to Valor: Peleliu Revisited and Remembered 54:49

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Join host Mike Francis on an unforgettable episode of Tales from the Corps as he welcomes Anthony Perez, a passionate traveler and content creator currently spending time in American Samoa. Anthony’s extraordinary video on the World War II battle of Peleliu captured Mike’s attention, leading to a deep dive into Anthony’s journey of storytelling. Di…

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Clip 034 | Delta Force Operator | Hiking the Pacific Crest Trail and Appalachian Trail 18:17

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Todd Opalski is a retired United States Marine Corps reconnaissance man and JSOC Delta Operator that thrives in the outdoors. In this clip taken from Ep. 166, Todd details his experience on two of the worlds hardest hiking trails. Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/formeractionguys https://www.jcramergraphics.com https://www.ANGLICOshop.com …

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Ep. 212 | John Dailey | MARSOC Detachment 1 and Recon Sniper 2:02:23

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John Dailey is a former member of the experimental MARSOC Detachment 1 who was hand selected to create the Marine Raider sniper program. Prior to Det 1, John served with the 3rd Battalion 7th Marines Surveillance and Target Acquisition platoon and 1st Recon Battalion. Support the show https://www.jcramergraphics.com https://www.ANGLICOshop.com http…

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Ep. 36 - James Badge Dale on the Importance of Telling the Stories Correctly 1:15:32

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Join hosts Mike Francis and Neal Fauver, as they sit down with James Badge Dale, famously known for his role as Robert Leckie in the acclaimed series "The Pacific." In this gripping episode, hear firsthand accounts of the visceral transformation that actors undergo to portray real heroes and the profound connections they form with the characters th…

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Embracing Mini-Retirements: How to Take Breaks on Your Path to FI | E142 Jillian Johnsrud 42:52

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Let’s not sugarcoat it, the path to financial independence is a grind. Even with an aggressive savings rate and an extended bull market run, you’re going to be at it for a while. Setting the hard work aside, we also have to ask ourselves, what are we racing towards? Yes, of course, financial independence and freedom, but what would you do with that…

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Ep. 35 - From Barracks Parties to Battlefield Memories with Corpsmen Zac "Doc" Frantz 1:11:21

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What binds Navy corpsmen and Marines so tightly together? Join us for a special episode of "Tales from the Corps" as we kick off the month with our first Navy corpsman guest, Doc Frantz. We also give a truly heartfelt shout out to all our Corpsmen as they celebrate their birthday on 17 June. Reliving the camaraderie from last year's reunion, we rem…

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Ep. 34 - Service and Sacrifice: Marines Remember The Fallen 1:23:50

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Join us for a special Memorial Day episode as we are joined by Jake "The Snake," Lybrook and Jon Stough from 3/6 Lima Company. We're not just recounting Marine Corps tales; we're honoring the brotherhood that sustained us through boot camp antics, overseas adventures, and the solemn remembrance of our fallen brothers. Our conversation weaves togeth…

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Clip 033 | MARSOC JTAC | Never Stop Learning 13:13

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Marine Special Operations Command (MARSOC) joint terminal attack controller (JTAC) Tony Musselman and host Justin Cramer discuss JTAC technology and Tony's pre-deployment training for his second Raider Battalion deployment. Check out the entire interview on Ep. 104! Support the show https://patreon.com/formeractionguys https://jcramergrpahics.com h…

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Retiring Early? How to Withdrawal Money from Your 401(k)Without a Penalty | E141 Sean Mullaney 46:54

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We always hear the importance of taking advantage of our 401K and IRA accounts. The tax advantages and employer match are too good to pass up on. But is this true for early retirees? If I’m planning on retiring in my 40s, should I be locking my money away in these accounts? How do I bridge the gap between early retirement and 59.5 - the age at whic…

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Ep. 211 | Brian Dickinson | Navy Rescue Swimmer and Everest Summiteer 2:00:06

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Brian Dickinson is a former Navy aviation rescue swimmer who is also a mountaineer that has summited Everest. After summiting the world's highest peak solo, Brian lost his sight to snow blindness and completed his descent with the ability to see. His trek from the summit was expected to take 2-3 hours and ended up taking 7 hours of feeling his way …

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Ep. 33 - The Boys Continue Down the Rabbit Hole: Forming New Relationships and Bonds of Brotherhood and Service 1:15:26

4M ago1:15:26

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Join Mike Francis and Neal Fauver on our latest podcast episode delving into the profound connections between the Tales fromthe Corps boys and a guy named Nathan Pinter in Washington, Missouri. Dive into tales from Nathan Pinter, Pinto, founder and curator of the 1944 War Museum, exploring unforgettable gatherings of veterans and "Band of Brothers"…

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Ep. 32 - Semper Hollywood: Marines on the Silver Screen 1:13:08

4M ago1:13:08

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Dive into the enthralling world where military valor meets Hollywood glamor in this episode of our podcast, "Semper Hollywood: Marines on the Silver Screen." Join us as Marine Corps veterans Freddie Joe Farnsworth and Robert Garcia share their incredible journeys from the battlefield to the film set. With a mix of gritty determination and infectiou…

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Does My FIRE Number Account for Inflation? | E140 Jesse Cramer 55:05

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I love playing with compound interest calculators and one equation I’m routinely calculating is the number of years until I reach financial independence. Using the 4% rule, I multiply my living expenses by 25 to get my FIRE number. I use that, my current net worth and various contribution rates to predict when I’ll reach FI. But then I started thin…

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Ep. 31 - Our Journeys Through Shared Struggles and Continuous Healing 1:01:56

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Have you ever found yourself instantly connecting with someone as if you've known them for years? That's the magic Neal Fauver and I experienced during our first real-life meet-up, a testament to the power of the genuine Marine Corps connection. We unpack the whirlwind of travel, the disorienting dance with time, and the anticipation of a restful M…

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Ep. 210 | Nick Aicardi | Military Police and Afghan Advisor 1:18:28

5M ago1:18:28

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Nick Aicardi is a former US Marine who was Military Police and an Afghan Police Advisor. Nick also hosts the Hard to Kill Podcast where he interviews veterans from all backgrounds and it's available on most platforms. Support the show https://patreon.com/formeractionguys https://jcramergraphics.com https://ANGLICOshop.com…

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Clip 032 | Marjah Combat Operations | 1st Battalion 6th Marines | Brandon Harris 17:12

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Brandon Harris is a Marine infantryman that deployed to Afghanistan three times. He served with 1/6 during the Battle of Marjah and describes some of his experiences in this clip taken from Ep. 163. Support the show https://patreon.com/formeractionguys https://jcramergraphics.com https://ANGLICOshop.com…

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6 Essential Skills to Have a Successful Career (and Make More Money) | E139 Dave Lamont 53:47

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As someone pursuing early financial independence, it is almost guaranteed that over time, a lot of your wealth will come from investment growth but as we all know, it takes money to make money. The first $100,000 of your net worth is a lot of hard work: you need to make income, live below your means, and aggressively save. And through all of this, …

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Ep. 30 - The Boys From 3/6 Lima are Joined by Royal Air Force Veteran, Leighton Hughes, From Across the Pond 1:27:18

5M ago1:27:18

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We had the pleasure of chatting with Leighton Hughes from the Royal Air Force about his passion for military history and the road it inevitably led him down. We indulged in stories comparing the culinary cultures of the U.S. and U.K. military, especially during overseas deployments, with Leighton sharing intriguing tales about the 'pay as you dine'…

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Clip 031 | Ambush of April 7th | 1st Recon Marines Rise to the Challenge | Jason Lilley 21:07

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Jason Lilley and other Recon Marines of 2nd Platoon, Bravo Company, 1st Recon Battalion were ambushed while moving on the dangerous roads around Fallujah, Iraq. The fight that ensued would end with bodies littering the battlefield after Lilley and the other Recondos fought back with devastating results. Support the show https://patreon.com/formerac…

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How to Fire Your Financial Advisor (for Those Who Don’t Like Confrontation) | E138 Tess Waresmith 48:05

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You’ve been pouring into your personal finance education and you’re starting to feel more empowered to manage your investments. You might have even played around with online calculators and realized how much that 1% advisor fee is really costing you. But years ago, when you were less confident and didn’t know better, you hired someone to help you w…

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Ep. 209 | Isaac Lee | CH-53 Weapons and Tactics Instructor 1:40:45

5M ago1:40:45

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Isaac Lee is back for round two of our conversation. We talk about his 3 other deployments to Iraq, working with the special operations task force, and some leadership lessons learned along the way. Support the show https://patreon.com/formeractionguys https://jcramergrpahics.com https://ANGLICOshop.com Isaac's site https://www.isaacglee.com/ 00:00…

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