Combat Carl Show

“A Veteran’s Legacy: 20 Year Journey in the Service | RET US ARMY SFC Cort Mahan”

In this episode of The Combat Carl Show, I sit down with Army veteran Cort Mahan. We discuss his 20 years of service, leadership lessons, and his take on today’s militaryhis perspective on war, and current issues affecting veterans today. A real conversation on service, mentorship, and legacy. and challenges veterans face. Follow the show for more real conversations."

"From Army Roads to Cannabis Reform: Stefan Egan's Journey

In this powerful episode of the Combat Carl Show, we sit down and we dive into the remarkable journey of former U.S. Army Staff Sergeant Stefan Egan as a 88 Mike and 35 Lima, who served 10 years in the military and bravely faced PTSD and life. After his service, Stefan has become a vital voice in cannabis reform, collaborating with the Governor of Minnesota to drive new state legislation on cannabis and psychedelic medicine. In this in-depth interview, he shares a decade of service, his personal battle with PTSD, prescription drugs LSD, Weed and how he’s working with state lawmakers to ensure cannabis access and medicinal reform are prioritized in Minnesota. Don’t miss this incredible story of resilience, healing, and leadership in state cannabis reform.This episode is for veterans, active-duty service members, and military families who want real conversations—not watered-down answers—about life after service.🎙️ Host: Combat Carl🎧 Show: Combat Carl ShowThis episode includes discussions related to military service and mental health. Viewer discretion advised.

Why Military Friendships Last a Lifetime | w/ 1SG Alan Jackson

What makes military friendships so different from everything else? In this episode of The Combat Carl Show, I sit down with 1SG Alan Jackson to talk about the real meaning of camaraderie and the bonds built through military service. These relationships are formed through shared experiences, trust, and challenges that most people will never understand. We also discuss how those same connections carry over into civilian life and continue to shape who we are long after service ends. If you’ve ever had a battle buddy, this episode will hit home. Follow the show, share it with someone you served with, and stay connected. #Veterans #MilitaryLife #CombatCarlShow #Brotherhood #LifeAfterService

From Combat Medic in Iraq and Back | First Sergeant Dennis Brown’s Journey Beyond War | Combat Carl Show

In this episode of the Combat Carl Show, I sit down with U.S. Army First Sergeant Dennis Brown (Ret.), a former 68W Combat Medic who served 16 years in the military and completed five deployments, including early tours in Iraq during 2003–2007.Dennis shares what it was really like being a combat medic on the frontlines—seeing the cost of war up close, caring for wounded soldiers, and carrying the mental weight that comes with it. We talk about the toll deployments take on service members and their families, dealing with PTSD, the reality of stop-loss, and how leadership is forged in some of the hardest environments imaginable.Beyond the battlefield, Dennis opens up about being a father, mentor, and coach, and how he found purpose after military service by helping others improve their physical and mental strength.This conversation is about resilience, brotherhood, leadership, and life after the military.If you're a veteran, active duty service member, or someone interested in real military stories, this episode is for you.Topics in this episode:Life as a 68W Combat MedicIraq War deployments (2003–2007 era)The mental toll of warPTSD and transition after serviceLeadership in the ArmyFamily life during deploymentsFinding purpose after the militarySubscribe for more real conversations with veterans and leaders.

From High School to Iraq to Stop-Loss & Back | Journey of Sgt. Zach Pierce

In this episode of the Combat Carl Show, we sit down with former U.S. Army Sergeant Zach Pierce to discuss his journey from high school into the Army, six years of service, two deployments to Iraq, and the impact of being stop-lossed.Zach shares how those experiences shaped him, what life looked like after taking the uniform off, and how he found purpose beyond the military. We also talk about his growing TikTok presence — including a video that reached over 1.4 million views — and how he’s using his platform today.This is a real conversation about service, sacrifice, transition, and building a new chapter after the military.