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The first and only podcast that takes you deep inside Marine Corps history, exploring its battles, political decisions, and the strategic moves that shaped it from Tun Tavern to today. Neither the United States Marine Corps nor any other component of the Department of Defense has approved, endorsed, or authorized this product (or promotion, or service, or activity).
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Welcome to The VetRise Podcast w/ Juan Perez, hosted by Marine Corps Scout Sniper Veteran, founder, owner, public speaker, and content creator Juan Perez. My goal is to make success after service accessible ...
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Welcome to The VetRise Podcast w/ Juan Perez, hosted by Marine Corps Scout Sniper Veteran, founder, owner, public speaker, and content creator Juan Perez. My goal is to make success after service accessible to every veteran. You'll learn about the many failures and lessons Juan has learned on his path from service to society. For more information on the VetRise Academy and for a chance to work with Juan Perez (Coach JP), find us on social media @JPTheVeteranCoach Tune in to The VetRise Podca ...
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A Podcast where the hosts dissect the movies featuring the Marine Corps, one minute at a time.
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This is a personal development podcast. Staff Sergeant Lucas Coyne discusses various military topics and provides information about future opportunities. Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/lucas-coyne/support
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Welcome to the Warrior Mindset podcast. Here, we offer comprehensive mind, body, and spirit resources. Whether you're aspiring to join the ranks of the United States Marines or looking to elevate your leadership skills as a current Marine, we've got you covered. Tune in to discover what you can expect to gain from our insightful discussions, expert interviews, and transformative guidance. Listen to the audio version of Marine Corps Doctrinal Publications (MCDP Audio).
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116. Proof It Works: Cameron’s Journey Out of the Dark w/ Cameron Stallbaum
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50:09Cameron Stallbaum came to VetRise battling addiction, isolation, and self-doubt. Three months later, he’s 20+ pounds down, off hard drugs, showing up to life, and leading others through the storm. This episode isn’t motivational. It’s proof that real transformation is possible when you stop hiding and start doing the work. We break down what actual…
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WWII E147 Napalm Drops on Tinian: A First in U.S. Warfare
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43:43Last episode, we walked through the intense landing at Tinian and how Marines clawed their way inland. Once they secured crucial positions, they wasted no time driving south, dismantling Japanese defenses one step at a time. Today, we'll conclude our Tinian series by exploring the campaign's dramatic final stages. We'll cover fierce clashes along r…
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My dude, what doest thou? Check out Jon's Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/jonshuerger and his author website at https://creativegrumbles.com. Support the show Support Jon in his mission to bring great stories to our kids at https://www.patreon.com/c/jonshuerger, and check out his adult fiction books at https://jonathanshuerger.com/…
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115. Unbecoming What You Became
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24:18You built a version of yourself to survive, but now it’s the very thing keeping you stuck. All the pain, pride, habits, and armor that once protected you? It’s outdated. If you don’t burn that identity, you’ll die defending a life that isn’t even yours anymore. You don’t need more motivation. You need to tell the truth about who you’ve become, and …
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114. Permission to Feel w/ Chris “Cjayy” Jamero.
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44:08We talk about what happens when you stop pretending you’re fine and finally give yourself permission to feel. From survivor’s guilt to emotional suppression in leadership roles, this conversation breaks down how veterans carry invisible weight long after the uniform comes off. The healing doesn’t start with a diagnosis. It starts with honesty. And …
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WWII E146 Into the Breach: The Landing at Tinian
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52:12In this episode, we explore the strategic battle for Tinian, a crucial turning point in the Pacific War. As Marines launched an ambitious assault, intense artillery and naval bombardments battered Japanese defenses, paving the way for a daring landing on narrow northern beaches. Marines overcame challenging terrain and fierce resistance to secure c…
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I mean, what kind of crack am I on? Check out Jon's Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/jonshuerger and his author website at https://creativegrumbles.com. Support the show Support Jon in his mission to bring great stories to our kids at https://www.patreon.com/c/jonshuerger, and check out his adult fiction books at https://jonathanshuerger.com/…
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The grass ees no greener. Check out Jon's Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/jonshuerger and his author website at https://creativegrumbles.com. Support the show Support Jon in his mission to bring great stories to our kids at https://www.patreon.com/c/jonshuerger, and check out his adult fiction books at https://jonathanshuerger.com/…
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Huh? Plagiarism? What? Check out Jon's Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/jonshuerger and his author website at https://creativegrumbles.com. Support the show Support Jon in his mission to bring great stories to our kids at https://www.patreon.com/c/jonshuerger, and check out his adult fiction books at https://jonathanshuerger.com/…
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The vengeance of introverts is taken in this sordid tale. Check out Jon's Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/jonshuerger and his author website at https://creativegrumbles.com. Support the show Support Jon in his mission to bring great stories to our kids at https://www.patreon.com/c/jonshuerger, and check out his adult fiction books at https://jon…
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And his kinda faithful steed until another job opportunity shows up, Bony Nag. Check out Jon's Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/jonshuerger and his author website at https://creativegrumbles.com. Support the show Support Jon in his mission to bring great stories to our kids at https://www.patreon.com/c/jonshuerger, and check out his adult fiction…
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The Biggest Mistake A Dude Can Make
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6:55This one's for the bros. Check out Jon's Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/jonshuerger and his author website at https://creativegrumbles.com. Support the show Support Jon in his mission to bring great stories to our kids at https://www.patreon.com/c/jonshuerger, and check out his adult fiction books at https://jonathanshuerger.com/…
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Dinosaurs Help People, by Talia Shuerger
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1:50My thirdborn is becoming quite prolific. This is her third published work at four years old. Check out Jon's Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/jonshuerger and his author website at https://creativegrumbles.com. Support the show Support Jon in his mission to bring great stories to our kids at https://www.patreon.com/c/jonshuerger, and check out his…
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WWII E145 Guam’s Final Push: Mount Santa Rosa Falls
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35:14In early August 1944, the 77th Division prepared to launch a critical attack against Japanese defenses near Mount Santa Rosa. As enemy troops fell back into thick jungle cover, General Bruce carefully arranged his forces for one last, determined push. US troops overcame intense resistance and moved steadily toward crucial objectives. The capture of…
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If you keep playing the role you were handed, you’ll never become who you’re meant to be. This episode unpacks the truth about identity after service—and why clinging to the old version of you keeps you stuck. You’re not broken for wanting more. You’re trapped if you don’t go after it. Freedom starts when you stop performing and start choosing. Be …
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WWII E144 All Hands on Deck: Marines in Every Job Step Forward
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37:00After weeks of brutal combat, relentless bombardment, and fierce resistance, the Japanese momentum on Guam finally collapsed. In this episode, we explore how a seemingly unstoppable Japanese counterattack quickly unraveled, leaving scattered, leaderless troops desperately hiding in caves and jungle ravines. Cooks, clerks, and engineers stepped bold…
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WWII E143 Into the Devil’s Horns: Marines Assault Guam
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34:31After weeks of relentless fighting, Saipan fell into American hands. The strategic island of Guam was next, heavily reinforced and waiting. The enemy had fortified every possible landing spot, preparing meticulously for another bloody defense. Delays added frustration, but also time for crucial adjustments. On July 21, 1944, the Marines finally hit…
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112. Stop Lying About Where You’re At.
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58:28If you don’t choose what fills your time, something else will. And most of the time, it’s garbage. This episode breaks down why success starts with assessing your health, wealth, relationships, and self—and being brutally honest about where you’re at. Because if you’re giving everything to everyone else and ignoring yourself, you’re not being selfl…
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WWII E142 Cornered and Desperate: The Final Assault on Saipan
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31:35By early July 1944, the brutal fight for Saipan had narrowed to a violent, grinding finish at the island's northern tip. Japanese troops, trapped and desperate, fought with unyielding fanaticism, determined not to surrender a single inch. Hidden machine guns, suicide charges, and ruthless ambushes took a devastating toll. Costly errors opened dange…
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WWII E141 Taking Tapotchau: Marines Conquer Saipan’s Summit
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36:33In this episode, American forces on Saipan face intense Japanese resistance as they push northward toward Marpi Point. On July 6, soldiers from the Army’s 27th Infantry Division find themselves trapped in brutal combat near Tanapag and Harakiri Gulch, encountering relentless fire from deeply entrenched enemy positions. As tanks struggle against min…
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WWII E140 Friction and Fury: Marines, Army, and Command Controversy
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27:24As Marines advanced across Saipan, the naval battle for the Marianas reached a critical turning point. On June 19, despite dominating enemy aircraft in the "Great Marianas Turkey Shoot," American ships faced Japanese coastal artillery and nighttime air raids. Meanwhile, Admiral Spruance launched a daring, long-range strike against retreating Japane…
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111. You Find What You Are Looking For.
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20:26Life reflects your focus. Every excuse, setback, or delay becomes a reason to stay stuck when you’re looking for proof that life is against you. Change starts when you shift your lens. Look for the growth. Look for the challenge. Look for the chance to show up with discipline, peace, and purpose. What you seek is what you become. Choose wisely. ___…
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110. Live Like It Matters - Memorial Day Speech
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19:38This isn’t about grief. It’s about how you live. Memorial Day is a reminder to lead, love, and show up in their name. Those who didn’t make it home paid the price. You’re still here. Act like it matters. Every day. ______________________ For more information on the VetRise Academy and for a chance to work with Juan Perez (Coach JP), apply here: Vet…
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WWII E139 Holding Ground: Marines vs. Goto’s Tanks
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35:55With Saipan’s beaches secured but far from safe, Marines now faced the brutal inland fight. The Japanese launched desperate tank assaults near Red Beach with the goal of driving Americans back into the sea. Marine bazooka teams and grenadiers met the threat head-on. By dawn, the cost was clear: hundreds of enemy dead, rising Marine casualties, and …
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109. You Can’t Outwork Your Trauma
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50:27No amount of reps, routines, or journaling will override what hasn’t been healed. Emotional pain doesn’t go away by hiding—it gets louder, and it bleeds into every area of life. This episode calls out the war veterans are still fighting: the one inside. Not with enemies, but with the shame, regret, and unresolved anger that keeps them locked in sur…
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108. Busy Is Bullsh*t: Why You’re Not Winning by Working More
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30:20Being busy feels productive—but it’s often just another form of avoidance. This episode dismantles the lie that staying on the grind is the key to success. When every minute is filled, there’s no room to question if any of it actually matters. The cost isn’t just burnout—it’s the slow death of purpose, peace, and clarity. Learn why effectiveness al…
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WWII E138 In the Shadow of Tapotchau: America’s Gamble in the Marianas
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40:06Across the Pacific, Marines had fought fiercely to gain strategic positions that put Tokyo within reach. But the road had been costly, each step paid for in blood, sweat, and sacrifice. Now, all eyes were on the Marianas, a critical chain of islands that would determine the next phase of the war. This episode dives into the complex planning and int…
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107. Stop Trying To Optimize Everything!
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24:01Most people aren’t burned out from doing too much, they’re exhausted from avoiding the one thing that actually matters. This episode breaks down how “planning” often becomes procrastination in disguise, and why obsessing over perfect systems is blocking real results. It’s not about building the perfect routine—it’s about building discipline through…
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106. Why Putting Others First Is Actually Selfish.
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16:21It’s not heroic to say yes to everyone but yourself. In this episode, we dismantle the toxic cycle of self-neglect disguised as selflessness—and why loving yourself first is the most selfless move you can make. Because your family doesn’t need your sacrifice—they need your strength. ______________________ For more information on the VetRise Academy…
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105. F*ck Your Mood. Follow the Plan.
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24:50This episode is a full-out attack on emotional excuses. When motivation fades, the mission still stands. Learn how to take full control of your day, your energy, and your future—by choosing discipline over emotion and becoming obsessed with creating the best day ever. ______________________ For more information on the VetRise Academy and for a chan…
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WWII E137 Moving Up the Clock: Marines Storm Enewetak
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38:29The Marines barely had time to catch their breath after Kwajalein before their attention shifted northwest to Enewetak Atoll. Four islands in particular stood as crucial targets, heavily defended by thousands of Japanese troops racing to build defenses strong enough to repel any invasion. Initially, commanders planned the attack for months later, b…
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104. They Love You, They Just Don’t Understand You.
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26:30Leveling up can feel lonely—not because people don’t care, but because they no longer recognize who you’re becoming. This episode breaks down how to stop waiting for validation, let go of who’s not aligned, and still lead with compassion. Not everyone will get it. And that’s okay. ______________________ For more information on the VetRise Academy a…
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WWII E136 Marines Capture Roi-Namur
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34:09At Kwajalein and Roi-Namur, months of rehearsals, better intel, and hard-earned Tarawa lessons came together. The 4th Marine Division, fresh off the boat from Pendleton, made its combat debut alongside Army units already blooded in the Aleutians. They landed under real air cover, backed by real logistics, and fought smart, clearing bunkers with tan…
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103. The Untold Veteran Story: What Civilians Need to Hear (But Rarely Do)
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36:23If you’ve ever loved a veteran but felt like you couldn’t reach them—this is the episode you need to hear. From the day we raise our right hand, to the battles we fight long after the uniform comes off. You’ll understand why we joined, how the military rewired us, what we lost when we came home, and why so many of us struggle in silence. This episo…
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You want more discipline, better habits, a stronger mindset—but your calendar is empty. That’s not a motivation problem. That’s a self-respect problem. In this episode, we dive into why your schedule reflects your standards, and how to build a life that proves you’re serious about the man you say you want to become. If it’s not scheduled, it’s not …
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101. Let Them Go: The Dark Side of the Journey
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9:37Not everyone will understand your growth—and they’re not supposed to. This episode dives into the lonely, misunderstood, and often painful side of transformation. When you level up, you lose people—and that’s not a tragedy. That’s the price of becoming who you’re meant to be. ______________________ For more information on the VetRise Academy and fo…
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WWII E135 Lessons of Tarawa: Marines Adapt in the Marshalls
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35:38After the brutal learning curve at Tarawa, the Marine Corps came into this fight prepared, equipped, and determined to lead the next phase of the war. For the first time, their landings were backed by meaningful fire support and rehearsed coordination. The chaos of earlier battles gave way to calculated strikes. This episode follows their path from…
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100. This Is What I Fking Believe
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16:03Epiosde 100 is here.. The raw truth behind VetRise, leadership, and why most men stay stuck. his isn’t a celebration—it’s a gut check. In this episode, I break down exactly what I believe about identity, discipline, healing, and why too many men fall apart after the uniform comes off. If you feel lost, hollow, or tired of coasting—this one’s for yo…
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99. You’re Not Stuck—You Lack Devotion(on The Morning Formation Podcast with KP Phillips)
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57:09This episode is from my guest appearance on The Morning Formation Podcast with KP Phillips. This was one of the realest conversations I’ve had. On The Morning Formation with KP Phillips, we talked about what happens when the uniform comes off and there’s no one telling you what to do anymore. We went deep into identity loss, toxic leadership, the c…
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98. How I Walked Away—And Started Over (on The Five Oooh! Podcast with Haley)
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1:05:51This episode is from my guest appearance on the Five Oooh! Podcast with Haley. After the uniform came off, everything unraveled. Two divorces. A dismantled team. A war inside my own home—and inside myself. In this conversation with Haley, I opened up about the identity crisis that hits when you leave the job, the truth about chasing purpose, and wh…
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97. You Don’t Find Peace—You Build It
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22:01For a chance to work with Juan Perez (Coach JP), apply here: VetRise Academy Application. You can’t think your way out of pain. You have to show yourself you matter—through your actions, not affirmations. After years of building for others, I realized I never built peace for myself. Not real peace. Just noise, hustle, and survival mode. Peace isn’t…
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WWII E134 Chaos at Dawn: Tanks and Flamethrowers at Tarawa
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39:21The initial assault was chaotic—coral reefs slowed the approach, landing craft were wrecked, and units came ashore under heavy fire. But by the second and third days, the situation began to change. Officers like Shoup, Edson, and Jones made key decisions, reinforcements came in, and tanks managed to cross the reef. Despite exhaustion and limited gr…
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96. The 5 Steps to Reset Your Life After the Military
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18:59For a chance to work with Juan Perez (Coach JP), apply here: VetRise Academy Application. You don’t need another motivational quote. You need a reset. In this episode, I break down what actually changed my life after years of drifting—divorce, drinking, depression, no purpose, no tribe. I talk about what it feels like when the structure’s gone… and…
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95. STOP Following Your Passion
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12:41For a chance to work with Juan Perez (Coach JP), apply here: VetRise Academy Application. Follow your passion” is the advice everyone loves to give—but for most veterans, it’s the reason they stay stuck. In this episode, JP breaks down why passion isn’t something you start with—it’s something you build. Through discipline, consistency, and small wi…
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WWII E133 Khaki Shirts and Bayonets: Marines Storm Tarawa
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42:41We just finished the brutal slog through the Solomons, and now we’re following the Central Pacific drive straight into Tarawa. This wasn’t jungle fighting, it was open beach and shallow reefs, turning a straightforward landing into a nightmare. Marines found themselves stranded, wading through chest-deep water under relentless fire. Communication f…
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WWII E132 Turning Point in the South Pacific
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33:32In this episode, we dive into the coordinated landings on the Treasury Islands, the daring Choiseul raid, and the brutal jungle fighting that followed. From LSTs taking direct hits at Falamai to a New Zealand bulldozer operator burying a live pillbox under fire, the stakes were high from the first wave. We'll follow Loganforce's stand at Soanotalu,…
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94. Stop Calling It a Transition, This Is Your Reset: The Vet Reset Masterclass
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58:02For a chance to work with Juan Perez (Coach JP), apply here: VetRise Academy Application. This isn’t just another motivational talk. This is The Vet Reset Masterclass—a no-BS breakdown of the 5 core pillars every veteran must master to take back control after the military. In this episode, JP walks you through the exact framework that helped him cl…
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WWII E131 The Fight for Hellzapoppin Ridge
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35:56In December, Marines fought one of their toughest battles on Bougainville—securing Hellzapoppin Ridge. This heavily fortified enemy stronghold loomed over Marine lines, threatening the expanding perimeter. For over a week, the fight raged in the thick jungle, where Marines faced relentless enemy fire and near-impenetrable defenses. Artillery barrag…
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WWII E130 The Battle for Piva Forks
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33:46In November 1943, U.S. Marines fought a brutal series of battles on Bougainville, pushing to secure key high ground. One of the toughest fights was at “Grenade Hill,” where Marines faced relentless grenade attacks before the Japanese finally abandoned their position. By the end of November, the Marines had secured the high ground, breaking Japanese…
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WWII E129 The Fight for the Piva-Numa Numa Trail Junction
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35:04By early November 1943, the Japanese launched a desperate counteroffensive to reclaim Bougainville. Their plan called for a large-scale infiltration behind Marine lines, followed by a full assault. The Marines’ quick response and overwhelming firepower shattered the enemy’s ambitions. Artillery and airstrikes devastated Japanese forces, while the R…
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