Best Randall Surles Podcasts (2024)

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Special Forces Sergeant Major in Afghanistan | Military Memoir Ghostwriter | Randall Surles (SGM, ret.) Round 2 1:20:51

1h ago1:20:51

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Today on Combat Story we have our second interview with 32 year veteran and retired Special Forces Sergeant Major Randy Surles, who entered the Army in 1987 and retired in 2019. In round one we covered Randy’s jump into Panama where he broke his leg and had to crawl for seven hours to safety, his transition into Special Forces from the Ranger Regim…

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Breaking a Leg on a Combat Jump | Special Forces Sergeant Major Turned Military Memoir Ghostwriter | Randall Surles (SGM, ret.) Round 1 1:34:30

3h ago1:34:30

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Today on Combat Story we have our first of two interviews with 32 year veteran and retired Special Forces Sergeant Major Randy Surles, who entered the Army in 1987 and retired in 2019. Randy saw combat early on in Operation Just Cause as a Ranger and then again for several rotations post-9/11. Check out our Combat Story Newsletter at www.combatstor…

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Reedsy Live: Novel-Writing Q&A with Tom Bromley 57:38

6h ago57:38

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🔍 Join Reedsy's head of learning for an open Q&A session📝 Find a full transcript of this podcast episode here:https://blog.reedsy.com/live/novel-writing-QA/By Reedsy

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Reedsy Live: How to Write Multiple POVs the "Game of Thrones" Way with Tracy Gold 22:27

7d ago22:27

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🔍 Editor Tracy Gold reveals her top 5 tips for writing with multiple POVs, with a bit of help from George R.R. Martin.📝 Find a full transcript of this podcast episode here:blog.reedsy.com/live/how-to-write-multiple-povs-the-game-of-thrones-way/By Reedsy

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Reedsy Live: How to Make a Literary Agent Read Your Entire Manuscript with Jon Darga 27:04

7d ago27:04

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🔍 Literary agent Jon Darga reveals the 5 key elements you should include to make people read past the first 10 pages of your manuscript📝 Find a full transcript of this podcast episode here: blog.reedsy.com/live/agent-read-your-entire-manuscript/By Reedsy

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CIA PDB Briefer to President Trump | Senior Intel Analyst | Beth Sanner 1:15:25

10d ago1:15:25

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In this episode of Combat Story, we hear from Beth Sanner, a former senior CIA analyst and President's Daily Brief (PDB) briefer to President Trump. Beth previously served as the Deputy Director of National Intelligence for Mission Integration, the Director of the PDB and as Vice Chair of the National Intelligence Council. Check out our Combat Stor…

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Reedsy Live: The Art of Storytelling in Non-Fiction with Harry Freedman 21:25

15d ago21:25

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🔍 Author Harry Freedman shows how storytelling principles are at the heart of all good nonfiction writing📝 Find a full transcript of this podcast episode here: blog.reedsy.com/live/storytelling-in-nonfiction/By Reedsy

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Creation of MARSOC | Tough Rugged Bastards | Marine Raider and Force Recon | John Dailey RD 2 1:01:07

17d ago1:01:07

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Today we have round two of our incredible Combat Story with John Dailey, the former Marine Force Recon operator who was one of the very few selected to help stand up what was known as ”Detachment One,” which would lead to the creation of the Marine Forces Special Operations Command (MARSOC) that we know today. Check out our Combat Story Newsletter …

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Reedsy Live: The Role of Anti-Heroes with Parul Bavishi and Randall Surles 37:16

18d ago37:16

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🔍 How can we create irresistibly flawed characters? Join editors Parul Bavishi and Randall Surles as they explore the world of anti-heroes and anti-heroines📝 Find a full transcript of this podcast episode here: blog.reedsy.com/live/anti-heroes-webinar/By Reedsy

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Tough Rugged Bastard and the Creation of MARSOC | Marine Raider and Force Recon | John Dailey | RD 1 1:13:11

24d ago1:13:11

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Today we have round one of a fascinating Combat Story interview with John Dailey, a former Marine Force Recon operator who was one of the very few selected to help stand up what was known as ”Detachment One,” which would lead to the creation of the Marine Forces Special Operations Command (MARSOC) that we know today. Check out our Combat Story News…

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Reedsy Live: The Magic of Middle Grade with Michelle Schusterman 28:23

1M ago28:23

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🔍 Learn about the difference between Middle Grade and Young Adult fiction, what you “can and can't” write in Middle Grade, and how to market your book.📝 Find a full transcript of this podcast episode here: blog.reedsy.com/live/middle-grade/By Reedsy

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Unit X Co-Founder & F-16 Fighter Pilot | Battles in Afghanistan, Iraq, and the Pentagon | Raj Shah 1:00:13

26d ago1:00:13

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Today we have a unique Combat Story with F-16 Fighter Pilot and co-founder of the Defense Innovation Unit Experimental (DIUx), Raj Shah. Raj was handpicked to stand up an organization that would strengthen our armed forces through contractual and cultural bridges between Silicon Valley and the Pentagon, to include accelerating the contracting proce…

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Reedsy Live: Landing Your First Book Deal with Caroline Leavitt 33:24

2M ago33:24

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🔍 Bestselling author Caroline Leavitt reveals what lies ahead for those looking to publish their book📝 Find a full transcript of this podcast episode here: blog.reedsy.com/live/getting-published-caroline-leavitt/By Reedsy

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Reedsy Live: How to Write an Addictive Page-Turner with Anna Bierhaus 25:21

2M ago25:21

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🔍 Editor Anna Bierhaus shows you how to improve your writing's pacing, creating compulsively readable stories every time📝 Find a full transcript of this podcast episode here: blog.reedsy.com/live/pacing-anna-bierhaus/By Reedsy

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4th of July Tribute to Veterans | President Reagan | Medal of Honor | RRC | Marine Recon | SpecOps 5:11

1M ago5:11

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A Tribute to Our Veterans | Combat Story Podcast In this heartfelt episode of the Combat Story podcast, we pay tribute to the brave men and women who have served our country. This special video features President Reagan's iconic July 4th, 1986 address to the Nation, seamlessly blended with powerful responses from veterans about whether they would c…

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USASOC Special Missions Unit Sergeant Major | 75th Ranger Regiment | Sean Hagerty 1:30:29

1M ago1:30:29

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Today we have an interview with a former Ranger Regiment soldier turned US Army Special Operations Command Sergeant Major, Sean Hagerty. Sean fought in both Afghanistan and Iraq with Ranger Regiment and then spent many years in the very secretive side of the Army in places all over the world. After retiring, Sean wrote a psychological thriller call…

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Reedsy Live: 5 Essential Marketing Tactics of Self-Publishing Authors with Clayton Noblit 33:21

2M ago33:21

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🔍 Discover the most tried-and-true marketing tactics you can use to sell your book with the senior marketing manager of Written Word Media📝 Find a full transcript of this podcast episode here: blog.reedsy.com/live/5-essential-marketing-tactics/By Reedsy

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Inside the Green Beret and Ethics on the Battlefield: Dan Pace's Journey and Modern Warfare Challenges 1:41:59

2M ago1:41:59

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🪖 Today’s Combat Story dives deep into the career and combat experiences of former infantryman turned Cavalry officer turned Special Forces Green Beret, Dan Pace. Dan retired after over two decades of service in the military, seeing combat in both Iraq and Afghanistan on both the enlisted and officer sides of the house. 📬 Stay Updated: Subscribe to…

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Reedsy Live: Getting Published as a Debut Author with Gina Sorell and Caroline Leavitt 51:34

2M ago51:34

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🔍 Authors Gina Sorell and Caroline Leavitt have a chat about how first-time authors get themselves published📝 Find a full transcript of this podcast episode here: blog.reedsy.com/live/getting-published-debut/By Reedsy

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Inside the President's Daily Briefing: A Deep Dive with Senior Intel Officer Michelle DiGruttolo 1:47:38

2M ago1:47:38

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Today we have a great Combat Story that ranges from the military intelligence tactical front lines of counterterrorism and the Korean peninsula to the most strategic of all, serving as the PDB briefer to the President of the United States (POTUS) with senior intelligence officer Michelle DiGruttolo. 👀 Don't miss out! Check out our Combat Check-In f…

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Reedsy Live: How to Find the Right Book Editor with Dionne McCulloch 39:32

3M ago39:32

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🔍 Writer Dionne McCulloch shows you how to find the perfect editor📝 Find a full transcript of this podcast episode here: blog.reedsy.com/live/how-to-find-the-right-book-editor/By Reedsy

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Unmasking China Intelligence Threats, Capabilities, and Structure w/ China Expert Nicholas Eftimiades, 34 Year Intelligence Professional 1:28:17

3M ago1:28:17

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Today we have a fascinating deep dive on Chinese intelligence structure, tactics, capabilities, and threats with long-time China expert Nicholas Eftimiades. Nick spent 34 years in the US government with DIA, CIA, State, DHS and more with an intense focus on China and high tech space programs. 👀 Don't miss out! Check out our Combat Check-In for excl…

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Reedsy Live: How to Write Engaging Characters with Oksana Marafioti 45:24

3M ago45:24

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🔍 Bestselling author Oksana Marafioti shares tips on how to bring your characters to life on the page📝 Find a full transcript of this podcast episode here: blog.reedsy.com/live/engaging-characters/By Reedsy

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How to Live a No Shortcuts Mentality w/ former Marine and Navy SEAL Kevin Seiff | Vet Collective | Helping 100K Vets 1:21:25

2M ago1:21:25

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In today's Combat Story, we sit down with Kevin Seiff, a former Marine officer turned Navy SEAL who now leads the Vet Collective and co-hosts the Harder Not Smarter Podcast with Green Beret Greg VanDyne. 🦅🎙️ 👀 Don't miss out! Check out our Combat Check-In for exclusive updates, fascinating historical snippets, and much more! Visit www.combatstory.c…

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Reedsy Live: How to Develop a Picture Book with Cara Stevens 31:38

3M ago31:38

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🔍 Author and editor Cara Stevens shares 20 questions to help you write your very own picture book📝 Find a full transcript of this podcast episode here: blog.reedsy.com/live/picture-book-20-questions/By Reedsy

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Inside the Iron Triangle | Vietnam Combat in Pictures (from the time) | Kent Hillhouse Rd 2 46:46

3M ago46:46

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Today we have a round two Combat Story with Kent Hillhouse where we recorded the episode with a screen available to look and talk through some more of his combat experiences with maps and photos from his time in service. Kent is a retired Major General who spent a year as a Platoon Leader and Tank Commander in Vietnam from August of 1967 to August …

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Reedsy Live: How to Query Nonfiction: An Agent Explains with Max Sinsheimer 41:38

3M ago41:38

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🔍 Literary agent Max Sinsheimer talks about querying nonfiction books and how to make a positive first impression📝 Find a full transcript of this podcast episode here: blog.reedsy.com/live/query-non-fiction-sinsheimer/By Reedsy

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FBI Hostage Rescue Team (HRT) Operator | SWAT & FBI Agent | Drug Squad | Bicycle Bandit | Operation Black Widow | Shaffer Security | Greg Shaffer 1:30:31

3M ago1:30:31

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Today we have a Combat Story first with Greg Shaffer, who spent a career in the FBI as an Agent, SWAT member, and Hostage Rescue Team (HRT) operator. He also started his career leading a patrol boat team in the Coast Guard before moving over to the Bureau. 👀 Don't miss out! Check out our Combat Check-In for exclusive updates, fascinating historical…

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Reedsy Live: How to Write Romance that Stands Out with Michelle Hazan 38:19

4M ago38:19

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🔍 Author, editor, and writing coach Michelle Hazen reveals some key craft elements that make for a well-written, unputdownable romance novel📝 Find a full transcript of this podcast episode here: blog.reedsy.com/live/romance-writing-michelle-hazen/By Reedsy

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Commanding Tanks in Vietnam | Silver Star Mission | Armored Cavalry M48 Tanks in 'Nam | Kent Hillhouse (MG, Ret) 1:52:26

4M ago1:52:26

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Today we have a unique Combat Story where we hear about the armored cavalry in Vietnam from then Platoon Leader with the 11th Armored Cavalry Regiment Kent Hillhouse. Kent would go on to retire as a Major General in the Army Reserve and has continued to support veterans leading his community’s Veterans Memorial and Support Foundation of Los Gatos. …

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Reedsy Live: Preparing to Write a Novel: 5 Keys to Success with Tom Bromley 39:06

4M ago39:06

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* Get 10% off Reedsy's premium How to Write a Novel course with the code MAY24 at checkout. Exclusive to our podcast listeners and valid until May 20, 2024!*🔍 Author and bestselling ghostwriter Tom Bromley talks about the "Five Ps" of preparing to draft a novel📝 Find a full transcript of this podcast episode here: blog.reedsy.com/live/preparing-to-…

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Operator Syndrome Impact on Vets, Active Duty, Law Enforcement and the Special Operations Community | Chris Frueh 1:33:52

3M ago1:33:52

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This episode dives deep into the challenges and conditions dubbed 'Operator Syndrome' faced by veterans and active-duty members of the military, exploring both psychological and physical facets, including traumatic brain injury, PTSD, hormonal imbalances, low testosterone, existential issues, and more. 👀 Don't miss out! Check out our Combat Check-I…

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Reedsy Live: Is Your Manuscript Ready? Discover Your Self-Auditing Toolkit with Julie Artz 31:19

4M ago31:19

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🔍 Reedsy editor Julie Artz talks about assessing your own manuscript to determine whether it's ready to be seen by editors and readers📝 Find a full transcript of this podcast episode here: blog.reedsy.com/live/self-audit-julie-artz/By Reedsy

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Last Great Tank-on-Tank Battle | Battle of 73 Easting | Armored Cavalry | M1A1 Abrams | Tim Gauthier 1:54:41

4M ago1:54:41

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🔥 Dive deep into the heart of armored combat in this gripping interview with Tim Gauthier, a Platoon Leader during the iconic Battle of 73 Easting in Desert Storm! 🎖️ 🚀 From the tactical viewpoint of both a scout platoon leader and a tank commander, discover the intense preparation, reconnaissance, and combat strategies that shaped this pivotal tan…

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Reedsy Live: How to Build a Productive Writing Habit with Bec Evans and Chris Smith 41:12

4M ago41:12

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🔍 The productivity coaches behind Prolifiko share their tips on building a productive writing habit📝 Find a full transcript of this podcast episode here: blog.reedsy.com/live/productive-writing-habit/By Reedsy

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Navy SEAL Sniper | UNSEALED | Hardest Experience Losing a Fellow Frogman | Enlisted & Officer | Mark Greene 1:39:03

4M ago1:39:03

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🎯🔥 Today's Combat Story Features Mark Greene, an Elite Navy SEAL Sniper! 🔥🎯 Join us as we dive deep with Mark Greene, a courageous former Navy SEAL who has experienced the sharp edge of battle as both an officer and enlisted sniper. 🎖️💥 Mark's extensive service spans the pivotal moments of our time, from the intense pre-9/11 missions to the high-st…

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Reedsy Live: How to Crack Your Novel's Beginning and Ending with Caroline Leavitt 29:36

5M ago29:36

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🔍 NYT bestselling author Caroline Leavitt talks about how beginnings and endings can make a good novel great📝 Find a full transcript of this podcast episode here: blog.reedsy.com/live/how-to-crack-your-novel-s-beginning-and-ending/By Reedsy

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Epic Medal of Honor Battle Description | Marine Force Recon | Army Special Forces | Earl Plumlee 2:22:03

4M ago2:22:03

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Today we have a once in a lifetime Combat Story with one of the few living Medal of Honor recipients from the war in Afghanistan: Earl Plumlee. Earl was a Marine infantryman, Force Recon team leader, and Special Forces Weapons Sergeant in the pre- and post-9/11 era. Earl would deploy multiple times with the Marine Corps and the Army, to include com…

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Reedsy Live: Save the Cat! Writes a Novel with Jessica Brody 44:56

5M ago44:56

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🔍 Learn the secret code behind all well-plotted novels from the author of Save the Cat! Writes a Novel📝 Find a full transcript of this podcast episode here: blog.reedsy.com/live/save-the-cat-writes-a-novel/By Reedsy

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F-15E Pilot and Weapons Officer | Teaching Fighter Weapons School - Tom Moser and Mike Benitez 1:38:22

4M ago1:38:22

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Today we have a Combat Story where we bring two F-15E Strike Eagle aviators - a front seater and backseater - together to talk about what it was like flying at the same time and some of the adventures that come with that life. Both Tom “Gunny” Moser and Mike “Pako” Benitez are decorated aviators, both Fighter Weapons School qualified and both forme…

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Reedsy Live: Common Mistakes in Writing Dialogue and How to Avoid Them with Tracy Gold 27:17

5M ago27:17

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🔍 Editor and author Tracy Gold reveals the biggest mistakes new writers make when writing dialogue📝 Find a full transcript of this podcast episode here: https://blog.reedsy.com/live/dialogue-mistakes/By Reedsy

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Senior CIA Officer on Russia | Legendary Case Officer and Chief of Station | Glenn Corn 2:08:19

5M ago2:08:19

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Join our weekly Combat Check-In Newsletter (www.combatstory.com/newsletter) to get a short email from Ryan for people who love and support our veterans, service members, and their families. It has info on a significant event in military and/or intel history, a funny military joke, an update on a current event I'm following, something I'm doing that…

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Reedsy Live: How to Start Writing a Book with Michelle Schusterman 37:44

5M ago37:44

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🔍 Author and Reedsy ghostwriter Michelle Schusterman shows you how to take your book idea and get busy writing its first draft📝 Find a full transcript of this podcast episode here: https://blog.reedsy.com/live/how-to-start-writing-a-book/By Reedsy

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F-15E Weapons System Officer | Distinguished Flying Cross Recipient | Mike “Pako” Benitez (Round 2) 1:20:53

5M ago1:20:53

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Join our weekly Combat Check-In Newsletter (www.combatstory.com/newsletter) to get a short email from Ryan for people who love and support our veterans, service members, and their families. It has info on a significant event in military and/or intel history, a funny military joke, an update on a current event I'm following, something I'm doing that…

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Reedsy Live: Personalizing Your Query Letters with Rachel Stout 32:26

6M ago32:26

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🔍 Former literary agent Rachel Stout reveals her tips for researching agents and personalizing query letters📝 Find a full transcript of this podcast episode here: blog.reedsy.com/live/personalizing-your-query-letters/By Reedsy

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F-15E Weapons System Officer from Marine Helo Mechanic | Mike “Pako” Benitez (Round 1) 1:43:51

5M ago1:43:51

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Join our weekly Combat Check-In Newsletter (www.combatstory.com/newsletter) to get a short email from Ryan for people who love and support our veterans, service members, and their families. It has info on a significant event in military and/or intel history, a funny military joke, an update on a current event I'm following, something I'm doing that…

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Reedsy Live: How to Plot Your Memoir Like a Novel with Amanda Edgar 38:05

6M ago38:05

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🔍 Join award-winning author, ghostwriter, and book coach Amanda Edgar as she shows you how to make your memoir read like a bestselling novel📝 Find a full transcript of this podcast episode here:blog.reedsy.com/live/memoir-amanda-edgarBy Reedsy

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Inside Look at The Unit (not Delta Force) from Operator Adam Gomal | Getting Shot | Taking Out HVTs 1:57:45

6M ago1:57:45

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Join our weekly Combat Check-In Newsletter (www.combatstory.com/newsletter) to get a short email from Ryan for people who love and support our veterans, service members, and their families. It has info on a significant event in military and/or intel history, a funny military joke, an update on a current event I'm following, something I'm doing that…

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Reedsy Live: Unleash Your Inner Editor (and Kill Your Darlings) with SJ Watson 30:45

6M ago30:45

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🔍 Join bestselling author SJ Watson as he shows you how to activate editor mode📝 Find a full transcript of this podcast episode here: https://blog.reedsy.com/live/watson-editor-mode/By Reedsy

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Dropping Danger Close with F-15E Strike Eagle Fighter Pilot Tom Moser (Round 2) 1:43:18

6M ago1:43:18

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Join our weekly Combat Check-In Newsletter (www.combatstory.com/newsletter) to get a short email from Ryan for people who love and support our veterans, service members, and their families. It has info on a significant event in military and/or intel history, a funny military joke, an update on a current event I'm following, something I'm doing that…

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