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Herostock Nation Podcast

Pull up a chair to The Roundtable: Where Heroes Talk. Herostock Nation presents a podcast dedicated to the talents, artistry, and lived experiences of our nation’s defenders. Hosted by Tom Lamog (son of a Korean War Marine) and award-winning singer/songwriter Matthew Jones (US Army Veteran), we bridge the gap between service and civilian life through powerful storytelling and resource sharing. Whether you"re active duty, a supporter, or a veteran family, there is a place for you here

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Ep 31 Building a Songwriter Festival | D.J. Bridwell...

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2026/02/08

Welcome to The Roundtable: Where Heroes Talk! In Episode 31, we sit down with singer-songwriter and festival organizer D.J. Bridwell to talk about the Trails of Tails Songwriter Festival in Deadwood, South Dakota. Hear how the festival supports independent artists and brings powerful storytelling through music to life. Subscribe for more inspiring interviews with musicians, veterans, and community leaders.

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59:50

Ep 30 Caleb Kenner Interview & Live Performance |...

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2026/01/31

Nebraska country singer-songwriter Caleb Kenner joins The Roundtable Where Heroes Talk for an in-depth interview and live acoustic performances. In this episode, Caleb talks about his songwriting journey, small-town Nebraska roots, family influences, and the stories behind songs like “Back Then” and “Trouble Kids.” He shares how real life, fatherhood, and growing up rural shape his country music sound. Featuring honest conversation and original live music, this podcast episode is perfect for fans of

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Ep 20 01112026 Malachias Gaskin, Author of A...

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2026/01/15

US Army veteran, author, and singer-songwriter Malachias Gaskin joins host Tom Lamog to share deeply personal stories from his book A Warrior’s Garden. Malachias reflects on growing up in Indiana and helping run his family’s business, the challenges he faced during enlistment, and the health struggles that reshaped his life. Through honest conversation, he explores how he found a path forward and developed healthy ways to cope and heal. Alongside his story, Malachias also shares three original

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Ep 28 01072026 Anthony Segovia, USMC Veteran and NE...

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2026/01/08

Songwriter and Country Singer Anthony Segovia is our guest and talks openly about his upbringing by his Navy Corpsmen parents, his experiences in the US Marine Corps and his musical journey. Live performances include some of his original music. Hosted by Tom Lamog and Matthew Jones. www.anthonysegovia.com

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Ep 27 12172025 HEROSTOCKing Stuffers Edition: Greg...

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2026/01/08

Greg M. Atkin is the inventor of the Strum-n-Comfort Crossover thumb pick system created for guitarists. Comes in Three models: Shark Tooth Traditional, Super Hybrid and Kodiak and promotes increased speed, accuracy and confidence when playing while producing less muscle fatigue. Followed by US Army Veteran Chris Parks, owner of Smokin' Red White and Blue featuring a variety of products that puts the taste of smoked food at your fingertips in a matter of seconds! Seasonings include Smoked Salt, and

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Ep 26 12102025 Tim Meegan Jr - Singer/Songwriter,...

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2025/12/12

Introducing Tim Meegan Jr., who talks candidly about his service in Ramadi Iraq during Operation Iraqi Freedom and how the memories of that time went on to become the foundation for thought, feelings and emotion in creating his first album, "Cook County Country". The words and music helped him better communicate his wartime experiences to family and friends who were unaware of what Tim had seen and done there. Tim talks about the dream of continuing to write music, forming a band, recording in a

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Ep 25 12062025 The Roundtable Where Heroes Talk -...

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2025/12/12

On this episode of The Roundtable: Where Heroes Talk, it's our first show dedicated to gift buying, aka Herostocking Stuffers! Kevin Gouran of Doc Goodbeard gives us an introduction to his Beard Care products, including balms, shampoos, oils and accessories. Co-host Matthew Jones gives a lively demonstration on using each of the products, then shares his overall experience as Kevin describes product ingredients, application, customer favorites, and how to purchase. Whether you're new to beard care,

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58:51

Ep 24 The Roundtable Where Heroes Talk 12032025 Jack...

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2025/12/08

Texas Singer/Songwriter Jack Blaise is a veteran of the US Army and Marine Corps who went on to become a firefighter and paramedic with the Houston Fire Department for 10 years before a painful and debilitating physical condition that laid him flat on his back for 7 years. Jack goes on to share how he finally sought relief quite by coincidence, along with his personal stories about his service to our country, his thoughts about a variety of experiences, both high and low in the work he performed as

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58:56

Ep 23 The Roundtable: Where Heroes Talk 11132025...

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2025/12/07

Featuring Thomas Walk, a US Army Veteran whose accomplishments include a Telly Award, six national awards for poetry and spoken word, seven published poetry collections and an Emmy nomination. Tommy's art seeks to open the conversation about the reality of mental health. Blending emotion and experience into creativity, the overall goal is an empathic connection to help others see they are not alone. Host Matthew Jones sits down for a conversation with Tommy, who shares his deeply personal stories

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59:52

Ep 22 Nov 6 2025 The Roundtable Where Heroes Talk...

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2025/11/15

Hosts Tom Lamog and Matthew Jones sit down for a conversation with Robert Rask, a Utah-based master guitar luthier. Along with his personal stories of woodworking, music and his own life's journey, Robert talks about the intimate process of building instruments by hand using rare and exotic tone woods, and artifacts which bring deep meaning to the guitar owner he creates these for. Includes a behind the scenes look at his workshop, and some of the handcrafted instruments he's currently working on

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60:25

Ep 21 Oct 30 2025 The Roundtable Where Heroes Talk...

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2025/11/01

Friend of Herostock Nation and US Marine Corps Veteran, Derek Thompson shares his experience with the world's tallest Rope Swing just outside of Moab Utah and performs one of his new originals. Then, US Army Veteran, VFW District Commander and songwriter David Welch talks about his style of songwriting, musical influences, ascending the ranks to leadership and performs some of his original songs acoustic and unplugged. Episode 21 brings some smiles, laughs and maybe even some tears. Hosted by Tom

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Ep 21 Song Sung True: A Veteran's View featuring US...

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2025/10/25

Hosted by Tom Lamog featuring award winning songwriter and US Army Combat Veteran, Devon Stewart who speaks candidly about his life on the streets of Phoenix AZ, motivation to enlisting, military career, guitar and songwriting, flying drones for aerial photography, and his commitment to helping other veterans through music and the arts. Devon joined the U.S. Army Infantry in 2003, was deployed to Iraq 3 times, once to Afghanistan, and received a Purple Heart for injuries sustained from an IED.

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Ep 20 Oct 16 2025 - The Roundtable: Where Heroes Talk...

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2025/10/17

Matthew Jones hosts Ep 20 of The Roundtable: Where Heroes Talk. Joining Matt are Karen Dunn - MSN, RN with Butler PA Health Care, and Creative Arts 2025 winners Thomas Walk - Poet, and Devon Stewart - Songwriter, both US Army Veterans for a casual conversation highlighting the VA Creative Arts Competition, a nationwide program that honors the artistic talents of veterans by featuring their original work in categories such as visual arts, creative writing, music, and more. Live poetry readings,

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Ep 19 Oct 6 2025 - The Roundtable: Where Heroes Talk...

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2025/10/10

Hosted by Tom Lamog and Matthew Jones. Featuring Mitch Jewell of Nebraska Small Town Heroes, a non-profit organization in Ashland NE that hosts sporting events like mud volleyball and the golf scramble which benefit the local First Responders including the Ashland Police and Ashland Fire departments. Our musical guest is Scotti Fraser, a US Marine Corps Veteran and a Texas guitarist, singer/songwriter who shares his lifelong journey in music, military experience, and his work with veterans that

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Ep 18 Sept 22 2025 - The Roundtable: Where Heroes...

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2025/09/26

Hosted by Tom Lamog and Matthew Jones. Featuring USMC Veteran, Kevin Gouran of Doc Goodbeard mens care products where it's "all about the beard, man!". Kevin talks about the business partnership with his long time friend from high school, and the struggles in his decision to carry on after the passing of his good friend. Products include balms, oils, washes and he even gives a how-to demonstration on applying these products. www.docgoodbeard.comThis week's musical guest is independent artist,

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Ep 7 July 13 2025 Herostock Nation Podcast - Tom...

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2025/09/22

Hosted by Jason Steiner, and introducing interim host Tom Lamog. Jason and Tom talk about the upcoming changes to the podcast, some of the programs being planned, musical guests that will appear on the show, stories about the Herostock experience, and how to contact Jason to get involved with the Ashland concert event. To be a guest, please reach out to Jason: jason.herostock@gmail.com. Runtime 41 minutesWatch the companion video at https://youtu.be/ADn8vw-rJdU?si=cxImqGtibXa1B3Mx and also at our

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Ep 9 July 23 2025 Herostock Nation Podcast featuring...

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2025/09/22

Conversation with Derek Thompson about the recent cancellation of the Stars and Stripes Music Fest, his career in music with songwriting and guitar, his experience with mixed martial arts both as a spectator and as a fighter, and later closes the show with an acoustic performance. Let's Go! Runtime: 30 minutes.Watch the companion video at https://youtu.be/UEdZChoA3fo?si=VpHmr17WIQnm5hNu and also at our website: www.herostock.org/podcast.

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Ep 8 July 15 2025 Herostock Nation Podcast featuring...

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2025/09/22

Hosted by Tom Lamog, and introducing interim co-host, Matthew Jones. Conversation with Paul Kavulak, Nebraska Brewing Company about his service in the US Marine Corps, starting up the business with wife Kim, making connections in the community, becoming involved with brewing, music tastes and much more. Runtime 57 minutesWatch the companion video at https://youtu.be/5qXpy-bcJec?si=xYOKYSEt0IqbHlfQ and also at our website: www.herostock.org/podcast.

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Ep 10 July 23 2025 - Herostock Nation Podcast...

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2025/09/21

Conversation with Joe Ortiz, the lead singer with the band, Lockjaw who introduces the band members, talks about shooting the video for their song "I Can't Escape", songwriting, going on the road, and performing at Herostock Ashland's Rock Night. Followed by conversation with songwriter and bandleader Tony Traynor of The Traynr Band who talks about the musicians in the band, being the band's songwriter, managing the band, gigs they've played with big name musicians. Runtime: 60 minutes.Watch the

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Ep 11 August 5 2025 - Herostock Nation Podcast...

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2025/09/21

Interview with Country Singer/Songwriter, Elvie Shane whose song "My Boy" launched his music career after the song went platinum in sales. Shane talks about his first album Backslider which contained "My Boy", then his follow up Damascus which had its own set of unique challenges throughout the album's lifecycle. Followed by our interview with Chris Holt, lead singer and guitarist for South of Center who talks about how his band, mostly from the same neighborhood, came together to build their sound

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