The MEDEVAC Podcast

#031 - Rick Bucher - Experiences as a Firefighter

Black Rifle Coffee presents The Medevac Podcast. Dave Reid and Christian Meyers welcome Rick Bucher to discuss his experiences as a firefighter and the resulting PTSD. He shares his story in detail, pointing out events and signs along the way with the intent that if any of his fellow first responders are also experiencing the same, to reach out and seek help before it becomes an even larger problem. A must listen episode.

#030 - Cameron Albin - American Odysseus Sailing Foundation

Black Rifle Coffee Podcast Presents the Medevac Podcast. Hosts David Reid and Christian Meyers sit down with Cameron Albin of American Odysseus Sailing Foundation. They discuss Cameron's time as a young 2LT in the USMC Infantry during and after 9/11, being medically retired due to PTSD and TBI, and finding purpose in taking other veterans sailing.

#029 - Omar ”Crispy” Avila - Life Altering Injuries

On this episode, hosts David Reid and Christian Meyers welcome BRCC's own Omar "Crispy" Avila to the Medevac Podcast. They discuss Crispy immigrating to the USA, why he felt the need to serve, and his pride in being american. Crispy walks Dave and Christian through the day of his life altering injuries in great detail and we can't wait to have him back to talk about his recovery journey.

#028 - Chuck Edwards - Combat Controller

Black Rifle Coffee Podcast Presents the Medevac Podcast. David Reid and Christian Meyers sit down with Air Force CCT Chuck Edwards. They discuss Chuck's injuries sustained in combat, being in the right place at the right time, feeling like you are angry you survived , and his personal journey of recovery by finding motivation to heal and progress.

#027 - Andrew Powers - Army Infantryman Veteran

Black Rifle Coffee presents The Medevac Podcast. Christian Meyers and David Reid sit down with former Army Infantryman Andrew Powers. Andrew speaks about losing his eye to an IED in Iraq, what his recovery was like, and shares many tips on securing a VA home loan.

#026 - Joe Lafko - Veteran Mentality

Black Rifle Coffee presents The Medevac Podcast. David Reid and Christian Meyers welcome Joe Lafko to the show. Together they talk about the veteran mentality of the past vs. present, how the veteran owned business community is expanding, and what it was like to enlist after 9/11, and giving back to the veteran community.

#025 - Jason Tabansky - Becoming Paralyzed in the Army

Black Rifle Coffee presents The Medevac Podcast. Christian Meyers and David Reid welcome Jason Tabansky to tell his story of becoming paralyzed unexpectedly while in the Army and how he has adapted physically and mentally to his new life altering circumstances.

#024 - Nick Wyatt and Drew Everett - Apex Gear Company

The Medevac Podcast: Ep 023 Nick Wyatt and Drew Everett - Apex Gear Company

#023 - Josh Perez and Jeremy Horsey - SOM+C

Black Rifle Coffee presents The Medevac Podcast. David and Christian welcome Josh Perez and Jeremy Horsey, who run the non-profit, Special Operations Medic Coalition. The goal of the non-profit is to assist special operations medics to transition from battlefield medical providers to veteran professionals. This is accomplished through advocacy, educational grants and many other services.

#022 - Derick Carver - 82nd Airborne Officer

Black Rifle Coffee presents The Medevac Podcast. Hosts David Reid and Christian Meyers welcome Derick Carver. Derick was an officer in the 82nd Airborne deployed to Afghanistan when he lost most of his leg and suffered several other injuries to an IED attack. Derick shares his story with a heavy dose of humor.