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Join Bryan and Marie on Coffee Talk as they sit down with Retired Army Lieutenant Colonel Dennis Schroader Sr., founder of the Price of Freedom Foundation. Born into a military Family in 1956, Dennis …

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Join Bryan and Marie on Coffee Talk as they sit down with Retired Army Lieutenant Colonel Dennis Schroader Sr., founder of the Price of Freedom Foundation. Born into a military family in 1956, Dennis built a remarkable 24‑year career in the U.S. Army, retiring at the rank of Lieutenant Colonel after decades of leadership and service.After his military Retirement, Dennis continued to lead in the private sector, holding management roles with AmerAssist and Chamberlain University. Today, he channels his lifelong dedication to service through the Price of Freedom Foundation — an organization c…

Join Bryan and Marie on this powerful episode of Coffee Talk as they sit down with Brian Townsend — a retired Supervisory Special Agent and Resident Agent in Charge with the Drug Enforcement Adminis…

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Join Bryan and Marie on this powerful episode of Coffee Talk as they sit down with Brian Townsend — a retired Supervisory Special Agent and Resident Agent in Charge with the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA). With 28 years in law enforcement, including 23 years with the DEA, Brian brings unmatched insight into drug trafficking, leadership development, and the evolving opioid crisis.Brian served in multiple leadership roles across Corpus Christi, Little Rock, and Springfield, managing teams, operations, and major investigations. His work at the DEA Training Academy in Quantico helped shap…

In this episode of Coffee Talk with Bryan & Marie, we sit down with EJ “Skullcrusher” Snyder — one of the world’s top survival Experts and a 25‑year Army combat veteran. From his days as…

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In this episode of Coffee Talk with Bryan & Marie, we sit down with EJ “Skullcrusher” Snyder — one of the world’s top survival experts and a 25‑year Army combat veteran. From his days as an Airborne Ranger and Infantry Sergeant Major to earning two Bronze Stars, the Legion of Merit, and the Order of Saint Maurice, EJ’s story embodies grit, leadership, and an unbreakable will.After retiring from the military, EJ became a breakout star on Discovery’s Naked and Afraid, surviving six brutal challenges with a combined 206 days in the wild — and zero taps, even after a near‑fat…

In this episode of Coffee Talk with Bryan and Marie, the conversation turns inward — toward healing, honesty, and creating a space where every voice can be heard. Bryan and Marie talk about opening …

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In this episode of Coffee Talk with Bryan and Marie, the conversation turns inward — toward healing, honesty, and creating a space where every voice can be heard. Bryan and Marie talk about opening up the show to those who may not feel comfortable on camera or in person, offering the option to join audio‑only or even submit their story by email to be read on air.They dive into the importance of continuing to strengthen your Mental Health, even when you think you’re “fully healed,” because life has a way of testing you when you least expect it. Growth is daily, intentional, and necess…

Marie and Bryan go live on Facebook and YouTube for a powerful Memorial Day episode of Coffee Talk. They open up about what this day truly means for many veterans, families, and Gold Star communities,…

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Marie and Bryan go live on Facebook and YouTube for a powerful Memorial Day episode of Coffee Talk. They open up about what this day truly means for many veterans, families, and Gold Star communities, while also shining a light on the mental Health struggles that often surface during this time of remembrance. Join them for an honest, heartfelt conversation about honoring the fallen, supporting the living, and standing together as a community that refuses to let anyone carry their burdens alone.

In this episode of Coffee Talk with Bryan and Marie, we sit down with David Shoup — a United States Marine Corps combat veteran who served as an infantry rifleman in support of Operation Iraqi Freed…

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In this episode of Coffee Talk with Bryan and Marie, we sit down with David Shoup — a United States Marine Corps combat veteran who served as an infantry rifleman in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom, along with multiple Special Operations–related assignments across various locations. After leaving active duty, David faced a brutal internal war: nightmares, rage, Anxiety, isolation, and the emotional chaos of PTSD.Refusing to accept the belief that “this is just how life is now,” David launched a personal mission to destroy PTSD and reclaim the life he was meant to live. Through years…

In this episode of Coffee Talk with Bryan and Marie, we sit down with David Shoup — a United States Marine Corps combat veteran who served as an infantry rifleman in support of Operation Iraqi Freed…

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In this episode of Coffee Talk with Bryan and Marie, we sit down with David Shoup — a United States Marine Corps combat veteran who served as an infantry rifleman in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom, along with multiple Special Operations–related assignments across various locations. After leaving active duty, David faced a brutal internal war: nightmares, rage, anxiety, isolation, and the emotional chaos of PTSD.Refusing to accept the belief that “this is just how life is now,” David launched a personal mission to destroy PTSD and reclaim the life he was meant to live. Through years…

In this episode of Coffee Talk with Bryan and Marie, we sit down with a U.S. Army Veteran who served in the Air Defense Artillery, working with the PATRIOT Missile system and deploying in support of b…

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In this episode of Coffee Talk with Bryan and Marie, we sit down with a U.S. Army Veteran who served in the Air Defense Artillery, working with the PATRIOT Missile system and deploying in support of both Operation Iraqi Freedom and Operation Enduring Freedom. After returning home, he spent years self‑medicating with alcohol — a struggle that nearly cost him everything.Now over three years sober, he’s on a mission to normalize sobriety within the Veteran community, especially for those using substances as a form of silent self‑medication. His platform, This Sober Vet Podcast, available …

In this episode of Coffee Talk with Bryan and Marie, we sit down with Erin Schalk — a writer, editor, and interdisciplinary artist whose work bridges storytelling, visual art, and Education. With an…

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In this episode of Coffee Talk with Bryan and Marie, we sit down with Erin Schalk — a writer, editor, and interdisciplinary artist whose work bridges storytelling, visual art, and education. With an MFA from the School of the Art Institute of Chicago, Erin has built a career centered on voice, accessibility, and the human experience. Her writing appears in respected literary journals, her artwork has been exhibited internationally, and her teaching spans more than a decade of developing inclusive, art‑driven programs.Married to a retired veteran, Erin brings a unique perspective on resilie…

On this episode of Coffee Talk with Bryan and Marie, we sit down with Dan Conley — a medically retired Army veteran and disabled combat veteran whose story is all about resilience, reinvention, and …

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On this episode of Coffee Talk with Bryan and Marie, we sit down with Dan Conley — a medically retired Army veteran and disabled combat veteran whose story is all about resilience, reinvention, and purpose. After completing his MBA, Dan turned to woodworking as a way to stay active, focused, and grounded. What started as a personal outlet slowly evolved into Tilted Knot Woodworks, a full creative venture where Dan builds handcrafted pieces while adapting to physical limitations.Dan also shares how he documents his process on YouTube, using his platform to show other veterans and makers that …

In this episode of Coffee Talk with Bryan & Marie, we sit down with Brian — a Navy Commander whose career spans shipboard leadership, university instruction, strategic planning, and financial ex…

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In this episode of Coffee Talk with Bryan & Marie, we sit down with Brian — a Navy Commander whose career spans shipboard leadership, university instruction, strategic planning, and financial expertise. Brian graduated from Auburn University in 2006 with a degree in Political Science and was commissioned into the United States Navy the same day. Over ten years on active duty, he served aboard three different classes of ships, deploying twice to the Persian Gulf and once to Southeast Asia. His roles included First Lieutenant on USS Gettysburg (CG‑64), Operations Officer on USS Defender …

In this powerful episode of Coffee Talk with Bryan and Marie, the hosts sit down for an honest conversation about the unfolding conflict in Iran and how it echoes the experiences and Emotions of the I…

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In this powerful episode of Coffee Talk with Bryan and Marie, the hosts sit down for an honest conversation about the unfolding conflict in Iran and how it echoes the experiences and emotions of the Iraq War. Drawing from their own connections to the military community, Bryan and Marie explore the deep impact these conflicts have on Service Members, Veterans, and their families — from deployment Stress to the long-term weight carried long after coming home.They also turn their focus inward to the Veteran community itself, discussing the importance of unity, encouragement, and lifting each ot…