Episode 523: Jim Wilson and the NMCB 4 reunion Part 1 The calm before the LV Desert Storm

Episode 523: Jim Wilson and the NMCB 4 reunion Part 1 The calm before the LV Desert Storm

Author: Josh O'Brien (War stories/Military, Hockey, and Stand up, comedy) Josh O's Radio Show November 8, 2024 Duration: 1:18:26
Jim Wilson is a former Navy Seabee that served in the 80-90s era and went to Kuwait for Operation Desert Shield/Storm in the military. Now as a civilian living in Northern (Not UP) Michigan. Years ago he got a crew of friends from Naval Mobile Construction Battalion Four that served together to meet in Las Vegas Veterans day weekend. This meeting was open to others that served in the same battalion at different times. When I was invited it felt like seeing family I never met before. I highly recommend any veteran to go to a reunion. You'll be surprised at how much you've been missed!!

Hosted by Josh O'Brien, whose own background weaves together war stories, military life, hockey, and stand-up comedy, Civilianization is a conversation among those who've served. The transition back to everyday life comes with its own unique set of challenges and humor, and this podcast digs into that shared experience. You'll hear unfiltered tales from the field and the high seas, but also the quieter, often funny stories of figuring things out after the uniform comes off. It’s less about grand lectures and more about the kind of talk you’d have with a trusted friend who gets it-mixing hard-won lessons with the kind of laughter that gets you through. The aim is straightforward: to connect, to support, and to remind every brother and sister that they’re not navigating this alone. Each episode feels like pulling up a chair in Josh O's Radio Show, where the mission is genuine connection through shared stories and a few well-timed jokes. So, settle in for a podcast that understands the bond of service and the sometimes-absurd journey of finding your footing in the civilian world.
Author: Language: en-us Episodes: 100

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Episode 527: Humble Hero Mark Pembleton VBH Skillbridge [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:41:57
Mark is cofounder of Veteran Built homes. A construction company that utilizes skillbridge to help active duty service members transition to civilian life as they are on their way out of their enlistment. Mark is a hell…
Episode 526: Yo Joe!!!! Joe Maioriello part 2 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:03:42
Yo Joe! Part 2 with Joe from Veteran Built Homes. He had an amazing 22 year career in the Navy Seabees and it was an honor to record this with him at their offices.
Episode 525: Skill Bridge W/ Joe Maioriello of Veteran Built Homes [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 34:51
Skill bridge is a program for active duty service members to helps transition into the civilian sector. Veteran Built Homes utilizes this program assisting service members and veterans. This is part one of two. In this e…
Episode 524: Bruce Sites The Batman [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 2:16:15
Bruce Sites is a retired Navy Seabee. With an interesting career. Tune in and check it out!
Episode 518: Tim Bernard the Guest Speaker to the guest speaker [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 58:10
Tim retires tomorrow after 21 years of service. Still on active duty he and I chat about his career, family and getting a degree on active duty. Looking forward to following up with him in a year and seeing where the jou…