Coffee Talk with Bryan and Marie

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Hosted by USMC Veteran Bryan Roof and Army Veteran Marie Slider Henriksen, Coffee Talk is a healing‑focused conversation show about real life — mental health, relationships, growth, and the everyday challenges we all face. Honest conversations, real people, and a space to heal out loud.

  1. 6d ago

    From Army Warrant Officer to Community Builder: Jon King on Service, Transition, and Veteran Leadership

    In this heartfelt episode of Coffee Talk with Bryan and Marie, the hosts open up about major transitions ahead as Coffee Talk prepares to wind down and evolve into new opportunities. Marie shares updates on her advocacy work, speaking engagements, and recent Irreverent Warriors event, while Bryan talks coaching youth football, weather chaos in Southern California, and launching his upcoming radio show. Together, they reflect on growth, change, and the unexpected paths life opens when you follow purpose.This week’s guest, retired Army Chief Warrant Officer Jon King, brings a powerful story of service, aviation, entrepreneurship, and veteran community building. From flying medevac missions to creating multiple veteran‑focused businesses—including Goose’s Bar & Grill, Veteran Reach Back Group, PNP Design, All About That Bounce, Eagle Rising Foundation, and Bootleg Barbecue—Jon shares real lessons shaped by grit, humor, leadership, and a mission‑driven heart. A motivating episode for veterans, families, entrepreneurs, and anyone navigating transition and purpose.

    From Army Warrant Officer to Community Builder: Jon King on Service, Transition, and Veteran Leadership

  2. Oct 12

    Big Milestones, Future Changes & Colonel Randal Schwallie

    Coffee Talk celebrates its 70th episode as Bryan and Marie reflect on their journey, personal growth, and upcoming changes to the show. While the season continues, they openly discuss what may shift in the future. They also welcome retired Army Colonel Randal Schwallie, who shares powerful stories of service, resilience, and purpose in this heartfelt milestone episode.

    Big Milestones, Future Changes & Colonel Randal Schwallie

  3. Oct 12 ·  Bonus

    Coffee Talk Live: Weekly Check‑In, ER Scare, Mighty Mouse Tribute & PACE Emergency Planning with Stephen Page

    Coffee Talk returns live as Bryan and Marie recap a powerful week filled with emotional highs and lows — from Marie’s ER scare and Mighty Mouse’s funeral to the Veterans Outdoor Recreation Summit and last week’s transformative PTS workshop with David Shoop. This episode shifts into practical readiness as Army veteran Steven Page teaches the PACE Plan (Primary, Alternate, Contingency, Emergency), helping viewers build resilient, multi‑layered strategies for real‑world emergencies.

    Coffee Talk Live: Weekly Check‑In, ER Scare, Mighty Mouse Tribute & PACE Emergency Planning with Stephen Page

  4. Oct 12 ·  Bonus

    Coffee Talk Live: Honoring Mighty Mouse & Building Real 72‑Hour Emergency Kits with Stephen Page

    Coffee Talk opens with a heartfelt tribute to Utah veteran Jason “Mighty Mouse” Lyday, reflecting on his impact, service, and the community he loved. Bryan and Marie share an emotional moment of silence before shifting into a practical, high‑value emergency preparedness class with Army veteran and instructor Stephen Page. Learn how to build a realistic 72‑hour kit, avoid common survival‑gear mistakes, and prepare your family for real‑world crises with clarity and confidence.

    Coffee Talk Live: Honoring Mighty Mouse & Building Real 72‑Hour Emergency Kits with Stephen Page

  5. Oct 12 ·  Bonus

    Coffee Talk Live: Marie’s Birthday, ER Scare & PTS Healing Workshop with David Shoop

    Coffee Talk goes live as Bryan and Marie celebrate her 39th birthday, talk through a recent ER scare, and welcome Marine Corps veteran David Shoop for a powerful interactive workshop on transforming trauma, reframing painful memories, and turning PTS into personal strength. This episode blends honesty, humor, vulnerability, and practical tools anyone can use to reclaim clarity and purpose.

    Coffee Talk Live: Marie’s Birthday, ER Scare & PTS Healing Workshop with David Shoop

  6. Oct 8

    Building Community, Recovery, and Connection: Chris Ward of Roll to Heal

    In this powerful episode of Coffee Talk, Bryan and Marie dive into family updates, new recovery‑focused nonprofits, veteran events, and an inspiring conversation with Coast Guard veteran Chris Ward, co‑founder of Roll to Heal. From music in recovery to D&D‑based community healing, this episode highlights collaboration, support networks, and the importance of in‑person connection for veterans, first responders, and healthcare professionals.

    Building Community, Recovery, and Connection: Chris Ward of Roll to Heal

  7. Sep 29

    Situational Awareness & Threat Detection: Coffee Talk Emergency Preparedness Series with Stephen Page

    Dive into this powerful Coffee Talk training session featuring U.S. Army veteran and counterterrorism specialist Steven Page, as he teaches real‑world situational awareness, pre‑attack indicators, baseline assessment, and modern drone threat detection. Bryan and Marie introduce the full emergency‑preparedness class series—covering evac routes, PACE planning, disaster psychology, networking, and more—designed to help veterans and civilians build emotional resilience and practical safety skills during triggering or high‑stress situations. Includes live audience interaction, trauma‑informed discussion, and actionable tools for staying left‑of‑bang in everyday environments.

    Situational Awareness & Threat Detection: Coffee Talk Emergency Preparedness Series with Stephen Page

  8. Sep 28 ·  Bonus

    Witnessing Trauma, Community Healing & Creative Recovery with Journalist Erin Schalk

    In this Coffee Talk episode, Bryan and Marie welcome back journalist, researcher, and military family advocate Erin Schalk for a powerful conversation on what it truly means to witness trauma. Erin explains how witnessing—whether through trusted people, community, or internal processing—supports healing for veterans, spouses, and anyone carrying long‑term emotional or medical trauma. She breaks down concepts like hermeneutical injustice, self‑witnessing, and the historical gaps in how society understands PTSD. Erin also shares insights from her work with The War Horse, OKC Free Press, and her MFA research on empathic witnessing, along with the emerging role of creative arts in trauma recovery. Marie opens the episode with her new poem “You Are a Burden,” exploring the importance of community support and shared weight. This episode is a deep, validating, and educational look at trauma, healing, and the power of being seen.

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Hosted by USMC Veteran Bryan Roof and Army Veteran Marie Slider Henriksen, Coffee Talk is a healing‑focused conversation show about real life — mental health, relationships, growth, and the everyday challenges we all face. Honest conversations, real people, and a space to heal out loud.

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