The Field Op

Sitch Radio

Provide a place for service members and veterans to go listen, share, and get information on many different topics i.e. sharing funny stories, info about transitioning out of the service, mental health, VA claims and benefits, suicide prevention, etc.

  1. Jul 30

    From Marine to Mission: A Conversation with Keith Barton: Leadership. Service. Entrepreneurship. Storytelling. Public Service.

    What happens when one mission ends and another begins? This week, I sit down with fellow Marine Corps veteran Keith Barton for a conversation that goes far beyond politics. From serving as a Recon Marine, Marine officer, and UH-1N Huey pilot to becoming an entrepreneur, published author, and congressional candidate, Keith has continued to reinvent himself while staying committed to one thing: service. We discuss leadership, military transition, entrepreneurship, writing novels, family, purpose, and why veterans are uniquely equipped to continue making a difference long after the uniform comes off. If you’ve ever wondered what your next mission could be, this episode is for you. Join us for an honest conversation about leadership, resilience, reinvention, and the courage to keep answering the call. The Field Op Links: https://linktr.ee/thefieldop #TheFieldOp #KeithBarton #MarineCorps #SemperFi #VeteranVoices #Leadership #MilitaryTransition #VeteranEntrepreneur #Author #VeteranAuthor #PublicService #ReconMarine #NavalAviator #MissionContinues #LeadershipMatters

  2. Jul 9

    Mission Mindset: Why Veterans Make Great Entrepreneurs

    For years, the military trained us to lead, adapt, solve problems, and accomplish the mission. What many veterans don't realize is that those same skills are the foundation of successful entrepreneurship. In today's episode of The Field Op, I talk about why veterans are uniquely equipped to build businesses, lead teams, and create opportunities after the uniform comes off. We discuss the similarities between military operations and business, why many veterans struggle in traditional corporate environments, and how entrepreneurship can provide a renewed sense of purpose and mission. The military prepared you for more than combat. It prepared you to lead. Now it's up to you to decide where you'll lead next. Listen now. The Field Op Links: https://linktr.ee/thefieldop #TheFieldOp #VeteranEntrepreneur #MissionMindset #VeteranOwned #MilitaryTransition #Leadership #EntrepreneurLife #VeteranBusiness #SemperFi #VeteranVoices #BusinessLeadership #MissionContinues #SmallBusiness #LeadershipDevelopment #BuildYourLegacy

  3. Jul 2

    One Nation, Many Stories: Celebrating 250 Years of the American Experiment

    For 250 years, America has been a beacon of hope, opportunity, and freedom for people from every corner of the world. In today's episode of The Field Op, I reflect on what this country has meant to me as an immigrant who became a United States Marine, why the military remains one of the greatest examples of unity in America, and how this year's World Cup has given us a unique perspective—allowing us to see our country through the eyes of visitors experiencing it for the first time. Sometimes it takes someone from another country to remind us of the things we've stopped appreciating: our hospitality, our freedom, our diversity, and the opportunities that still make America unlike any other nation on earth. This isn't about politics. It's about gratitude, citizenship, service, and remembering what unites us as Americans. Happy 250th Birthday to the greatest experiment in self-government the world has ever known. The Field Op Links: https://linktr.ee/thefieldop #TheFieldOp #America250 #EPluribusUnum #Patriotism #VeteranVoices #UnitedStates #SemperFi #MilitaryLife #AmericanDream #ServiceBeforeSelf #OneNation #Freedom #VeteranCommunity #ProudAmerican #TheMissionContinues

  4. Jun 18

    The Man in the Mirror: Becoming the Seasoned Warrior

    There comes a point in life when you look in the mirror and realize you're no longer the young Marine, soldier, sailor, or airman you once were. The question is: what do you do with that realization? In today's episode of The Field Op, I talk about aging, fitness, health, identity, and the transition from being the young warrior to becoming the seasoned warrior. This isn't about giving up. It's not about lowering standards. It's about adapting. We discuss the shift from chasing performance to prioritizing longevity, maintaining our health as we get older, dealing with injuries, staying mentally sharp, and continuing to carry the warrior ethos long after the uniform comes off. I may not be as lean. I may not be as mean. But I'm still a Marine. And the mission today is making sure I'm healthy enough to enjoy the life I fought so hard to build. Listen now. The Field Op Links: https://linktr.ee/thefieldop #TheFieldOp #StillAMarine #VeteranLife #AgingWarrior #SemperFi #VeteranFitness #MensHealth #HealthyAging #WarriorMindset #Longevity #MarineCorps #VeteranVoices #FitnessAfter50 #StrengthThroughExperience #TheMissionContinues

  5. Jun 11

    From Service to Purpose: Building Communities for Veterans

    Today on The Field Op, I sit down with retired Navy Chief Elton McLaughlin and Navy veteran Jermaine Lamb of the Unbound Second Watch Foundation. We discuss military service, transition, veteran housing, VA benefits, disability claims, homeownership, and the ongoing mission of helping veterans and their families build stronger futures. These gentlemen are proving that leadership doesn't end when the uniform comes off. If you're a veteran navigating transition, benefits, housing, or simply looking for purpose after service, this episode is for you. Listen now. Unbound Second Watch Foundation: https://unboundsecondwatchfoundation.org The Field Op Links: https://linktr.ee/thefieldop #TheFieldOp #VeteransHelpingVeterans #UnboundSecondWatch #VeteranAdvocacy #VeteranHousing #VAClaims #VeteranBenefits #MilitaryTransition #NavyVeteran #VeteranCommunity #VALoan #VeteranSupport #ServiceBeforeSelf #MissionContinues #VetsLeadingVets #HousingForVeterans #MilitaryRetirement #VeteranResources #DisabledVeterans #VeteranHomeownership #TransitionSuccess #CommunitySupport #MilitaryFamilies #LeaveNoVeteranBehind

  6. Jun 4

    Accountability or Applause? The Leadership Standard Debate

    A senior military leader fails a fitness test, posts about it online, and gets praised for being "brave" and "accountable." But is admitting failure the same thing as accountability? Today on The Field Op, we're talking about leadership standards, combat readiness, physical fitness, and whether modern culture has started rewarding excuses more than excellence. This isn't about one individual. It's about the standard. Listen now. The Field Op Links: https://linktr.ee/thefieldop #TheFieldOp #LeadershipMatters #LeadFromTheFront #MilitaryLeadership #CombatReadiness #VeteranPerspective #StandardsMatter #DisciplineEqualsFreedom #MilitaryFitness #Accountability

  7. May 28

    Faith, Resilience, and Service Beyond the Uniform: A Conversation with Chaplain Steve Mills

    Retired Navy Chaplain Steve Mills joins The Field Op for a powerful conversation about military service, resilience, faith, leadership, and the unseen weight many veterans carry after deployment. From serving as an Air Force firefighter to deploying as a Navy Chaplain to Iraq, Afghanistan, Bahrain, and beyond, Steve spent decades walking beside service members during some of the hardest moments of their lives. We also talk about reconnecting through Military Content Creator 2026 and discovering we once served together years ago at 11th Marines aboard Camp Pendleton. This one is real, reflective, and packed with perspective. Listen now. Guest links: www.etiw.org The Field Op Links: https://linktr.ee/thefieldop #TheFieldOp #VeteranVoices #NavyChaplain #MilitaryLeadership #USMC #11thMarines #Resilience #VeteranMentalHealth #MilitaryPodcast #FaithAndService

  8. May 14

    Fit After 40: Strength, Longevity, and the Aging Warrior Mindset

    Former chiropractor and fitness coach Hermann Diehl joins The Field Op to talk about fitness, nutrition, recovery, and longevity for veterans and men over 40. We discuss training smarter as we age, injury prevention, diet trends, hormone culture, and how to maintain strength, energy, and mental sharpness naturally—without destroying your body in the process. This is about capability, longevity, and keeping the warrior mindset alive long after the uniform comes off. Listen now. Guest links: https://linktr.ee/hermfit The Field Op Links: https://linktr.ee/thefieldop #TheFieldOp #FitnessAfter40 #VeteranFitness #TrainSmart #Longevity #MensHealth #MilitaryMindset #HealthyAging #DisciplineEqualsFreedom #StayReady

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Provide a place for service members and veterans to go listen, share, and get information on many different topics i.e. sharing funny stories, info about transitioning out of the service, mental health, VA claims and benefits, suicide prevention, etc.

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  • Creator
    Sitch Radio
  • Years Active
    2021 - 2026
  • Episodes
    214
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Copyright The Field Op 2026
  • Show Website
    The Field Op