
Former Action Guys Podcast is a way for veterans, first responders and others to share their stories that the world has never heard in a casual, conversational format that allows a natural flow of information about their career and lives. Justin Cramer is a former Marine JTAC Evaluator that completed 5 deployments to Iraq, Afghanistan, and on the USS Makin Island. Justin served with 1st ANGLICO, 1... more
| Publishes | Twice monthly | Episodes | 288 | Founded | 7 years ago |
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Chris Janecek was an enlisted armorer with 3rd ANGLICO while he completed college and worked towards becoming a Naval Aviator. Chris got his wish and was selected to fly the CH-46 Sea Knight. He flew the twin-rotor helicopter during the invasion and ... more
Joshua Shores is a Marine Infantryman who served with 1st Battalion 5th Marines in Ramadi then a MEU. He went on to MARSOC and was part of the first Bravo Company to stand up after the unit's formation. Check out his book Counting on Death at the lin... more
Morgan Lerette is former Airman, and Army intelligence officer, and Blackwater Contractor. We talk about what's happening in Iran as of March 3rd.
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Kowshon Ye is a Combat Camera Marine who worked as a videographer and photographer for Marine Corps Installations Pacific in Okinawa before assignment to 1st Marine Division. He supported B Company 1st Battalion 5th Marines and 7th Marine Regiment du... more
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Love this show, it's my go to running podcast for the past year. Justin is an excellent interviewer.
The interviews that Justin does are extremely well thought out and at the same time he can deviate, flush out some great stories, and return to the original narrative.
One of the things that I enjoy the most is the idea behind the podcast for people to come on and share their stories for future generations to see what things were like “back in the day.” Imagine if these platforms were available post WWII. Lots of stories lost to the ages because the war was mostly not talked about.
Keep up the... more
OIF-1 Marine veteran here. This show is great. Justin is a really good interviewer and he gets some interesting guests. Love hearing these stories. Takes me back to the good ‘ol days.
As an active duty Marine this podcast is great for a multitude of reasons. While listening I get to hear some cool stories from current active duty mil and veterans, I learn from other peoples mistakes and accomplishments, and as an infantryman it helps me integrate with supporting agencies from the various MOS’s that have been on the show. Stoked for more episodes.
After listening to other podcasts, I’ll say, hands down Former Action Guys podcast is the best. Being a former Anglican myself and hearing the stories of others that served in theater in or around the same time i served, takes me back. Thank you and continue on with your amazing podcast
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The show centers on veterans, first responders, and others sharing personal career stories in a casual, conversational format that emphasizes real-life experiences, leadership, and lessons learned from combat deployments and military service. Guests range from JTACs and Marines to combat photographers and filmmakers, offering vivid war-zone memories, unit culture, and the human side of warfare, along with transitions to civilian life and ongoing service roles. Unique traits include a blunt, down-to-earth interviewer style, a strong emphasis on authenticity over spectacle, and a broad mix of military specialties that appeals to both current service members and civilians curious about modern conflict and veteran life.
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Recent guests on Former Action Guys Podcast include:
1. Chris Janecek
2. Joshua Shores
3. Morgan Lerette
4. Kowshon Ye
5. Brennan Morton
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