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The Seabag

The Seabag

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Veterans offering peer support and advice to service members transitioning to the civilian sector.
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Episode 4: Gratitude... Micah and Brian discuss gratitude and it’s accompanied benefits.

The SeabagMay 14, 2020

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Episode 33: Long Miles and Low Recruitment

Episode 33: Long Miles and Low Recruitment

In this episode Micah and Brian return to the mic after an extended break. They discuss 100 mile races and the past hunting seasons with the accompanied lessons learned. They dive into the low recruitment that is currently plaguing our military and some possible solutions.
Feb 07, 202301:26:37
Episode 32: The Fight Continues at Home

Episode 32: The Fight Continues at Home

This episode was inspired by the recent contest presented by the Veterans Administration to combat veteran suicide. Micah and Brian discuss personal insights and tackle some of the more nuanced paths pertaining to veteran suicide. The goal as always is to inspire conversation around difficult topics and provide insight into potential pitfalls during the military to civilian transition process.
Jun 30, 202201:26:05
Episode 31: “Opportunities that are disguised as hard work...”

Episode 31: “Opportunities that are disguised as hard work...”

A problem is growing in America as our supply chain struggles and production begins to slow due to inflation and worker shortage. We discuss our views of the responsibility that is resting on the shoulders of our generation’s tradesmen.
Mar 02, 202201:09:45
Episode 30: Ultra Marathons, Big Pussy Cats and Accountability

Episode 30: Ultra Marathons, Big Pussy Cats and Accountability

After taking break from the podcast, Brian and Micah recap the last couple months.
Dec 15, 202158:23
Episode 29: Levels of Intensity with Bob Jensen

Episode 29: Levels of Intensity with Bob Jensen

In this episode Micah and Brian sit down with Bob Jensen who details his time in the Marine Corps as a combat engineer during Desert Storm. His life after service as an entrepreneur, small business owner and Washington State certified Master Hunter provides leadership examples of success and how to overcome adversity with intensity.
Jul 22, 202101:33:33
Episode 28: Finding Purpose with Earl Granville

Episode 28: Finding Purpose with Earl Granville

In this episode Micah and Brian sit down with Staff Sergeant Earl Granville. A Pennsylvania National Guard Infantryman whose story of perseverance and dedication throughout adversity inspires others to achieve their goals.
Jul 07, 202101:50:59
Episode 27: Jason Kamora Substance Abuse Part 1

Episode 27: Jason Kamora Substance Abuse Part 1

In this episode Micah and Brian discuss substance use and abuse during the transition process. They talk about the nuances surrounding this difficult topic as well as how to remove the stigma surrounding it through education.
Jun 05, 202101:25:56
Episode 26: Is it Patience or Procrastination?

Episode 26: Is it Patience or Procrastination?

In this episode Micah and Brian talk about their struggles with patience during the transition process, they also give examples of when patience disguises itself in procrastination inhibiting them from growing and improving.
May 20, 202101:02:11
Episode 25: Finding growth from mental burnout

Episode 25: Finding growth from mental burnout

In this episode Micah and Brian discuss their experiences of mental burnout during their transition process from the military. As always they give examples of “what not to do” and detail strategies to cope with the burnout.
Apr 25, 202101:14:11
Episode 24: The Embodiment of Selflessness

Episode 24: The Embodiment of Selflessness

In this episode dedicated to Linda Cole, Micah interviews Brian about his time spent training his service dog under the guidance of master dog trainer Linda Cole. They discuss her incredible sacrifices and dedication to helping veterans transition and heal.
Mar 25, 202153:60
Episode 23: In Pursuit of the Extreme

Episode 23: In Pursuit of the Extreme

In this episode Micah and Brian discuss the extreme lifestyles and choices that can effect the transition process.
Mar 25, 202101:03:27
Episode 22: Weapon, Gear, Body

Episode 22: Weapon, Gear, Body

In this episode Micah and Brian correlate the military saying “Weapon, Gear, Body” to the term “Self-Care”. They discuss ways to incorporate these lessons while transitioning from active duty to a civilian lifestyle.
Feb 11, 202156:36
Episode 21: Richard Cartagena

Episode 21: Richard Cartagena

In this episode Micah and Brian talk to Richard Cartagena about his time as a Marine during the first gulf war with ANGLICO and his transition back into civilian life. He currently works as a peer support specialist with the VA.
Jan 14, 202101:59:18
Episode 20: Jason Kamora

Episode 20: Jason Kamora

In this episode Micah and Brian talk to Jason Kamora. Jason was a military dog handler in the Air Force and now currently works in mental health and substance abuse treatment fields. He discusses his transition from active duty military to civilian life and shares his advice.
Dec 31, 202001:09:33
Episode 19: Vantage Point Elevated Self Care with Conner Moriarty

Episode 19: Vantage Point Elevated Self Care with Conner Moriarty

In this episode Conner Moriarty of Reset Outdoors sits down with Micah and Brian and discusses his latest project Vantage Point Elevated Self Care and how it can benefit our lives daily.
Dec 23, 202001:03:12
Episode 18: Transitioning tips and tricks

Episode 18: Transitioning tips and tricks

In this episode Micah and Brian pick apart some of the nuanced aspects of the military to civilian transition process.
Dec 16, 202040:44
Episode 17: Social Media

Episode 17: Social Media

In this episode Micah and Brian discuss the benefits and some of the dangers of social media while transitioning from the military.
Nov 05, 202052:02
Episode 16: Coping Skills

Episode 16: Coping Skills

In this episode Micah and Brian discuss some of their coping strategies for every day stress and compare it with their experiences in the ocean and in the mountains.
Oct 29, 202046:20
Episode 15 F.N.G ......the new guy show

Episode 15 F.N.G ......the new guy show

In this episode Micah and Brian discuss how being a new guy in the military can compare with beginning a transition to civilian life. They discuss their failures and different strategies they used to overcome.
Oct 10, 202056:22
Episode 14: Sabrina Ciaciura

Episode 14: Sabrina Ciaciura

In this episode Micah and Brian have a conversation with online mentor Sabrina Ciaciura. They discuss early life, naval linguist career and her transition from military service. She operates a unique online mentorship program that helps veterans and civilians find their identity and guides them toward happiness.
Sep 03, 202051:09
Episode 13: Navigating the life of Vietnam veteran Mr Eric Blodgett

Episode 13: Navigating the life of Vietnam veteran Mr Eric Blodgett

In episode 13 we dive into the 27 years of naval service and extensive background of Mr Eric Blodgett. This in depth show navigates through his life in Vietnam, his time spent as a SEABEE, Navy Diver and Explosive ordinance Disposal technician.

Aug 30, 202001:45:60
Episode 12: Feedback

Episode 12: Feedback

In this episode Micah and Brian talk about the importance of asking for feedback post military service. They also discuss several personal examples of the wrong way to accept feedback.
Jul 31, 202052:58
Episode 11: Moving Forward

Episode 11: Moving Forward

In this episode Micah and Brian discuss their benefits of moving forward through tough situations in life finding gratitude is the key to success. They also announce the winner of the Seabag shelf and read the submitted letter of gratitude.
Jul 20, 202039:50
Episode 10: Dealing with loss

Episode 10: Dealing with loss

In this episode Micah and Brian discuss the ways in which they navigated loss in their lives and the unhealthy coping mechanisms they used. They also discuss ways they learned to better cope with loss and how to apply them.
Jul 02, 202001:01:51
Episode 9: The Battle Buddy

Episode 9: The Battle Buddy

Micah and Brian discuss the importance of maintaining friendships established in the military as well as their friendship. The origins of The Seabag Podcast.
Jun 24, 202001:02:07
Episode 8: Larry Shook

Episode 8: Larry Shook

In this Episode Micah and Brian talk to Vietnam Veteran and career Journalist Larry Shook about his time deployed as a door gunner and crew chief. They also discuss Larry’s transition home from combat and he offers some excellent advice for other veterans.
Jun 13, 202001:11:21
Episode 7: How to T.H.R.I.V.E with Connor Moriarty

Episode 7: How to T.H.R.I.V.E with Connor Moriarty

In this episode Micah and Brian are introduced to the T.H.R.I.V.E concept and dig into some mental health concepts with a certified therapist.
Jun 04, 202001:26:46
Episode 6: The Importance of an introspective personality

Episode 6: The Importance of an introspective personality

In the episode Micah and Brian discuss the importance of introspective thinking and bring together talking points from previous episodes.
May 29, 202001:02:03
Episode 5: Work Ethic

Episode 5: Work Ethic

Brian and Micah discuss success and failures about their personal work ethic and coach each other on how to cultivate that personality trait.
May 21, 202001:09:01
Episode 4: Gratitude... Micah and Brian discuss gratitude and it’s accompanied benefits.

Episode 4: Gratitude... Micah and Brian discuss gratitude and it’s accompanied benefits.

Gratitude plays a large role in our mental health. Recognizing their flaws in the past Micah and Brian discuss those flaws and lessons learned while transitioning out of the military.
May 14, 202001:01:22
Episode 3: Navigating different types of support systems

Episode 3: Navigating different types of support systems

In episode 3 Micah and Brian dive into different support systems that they utilized not only during their military to civilian transition, but also throughout their lives good and bad.
May 07, 202001:00:59
Episode 2: Mental toughness

Episode 2: Mental toughness

In this episode Micah and Brian discuss the importance of being mentally tough, and different strategies they have used in different situations to overcome hardship.
Apr 27, 202001:10:30
How to interact at the Veterans Administration: The Ego Check

How to interact at the Veterans Administration: The Ego Check

Micah and Brian publish the first episode of the Seabag Podcast. Brief personal introductions and a deep dive on the different interactions both hosts had during the early phase of their military to civilian transition.
Apr 22, 202001:08:26