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This podcast captures the history of Pararescuemen (PJ) and Combat Rescue Officers (CRO). "That Others May Live" is the motto PJs and CROs live by, but we are also known for our obsession with late nights, small wooden idols and tattoos on our rear-ends. Join us for stories of new and old. Support our podcast! https://linktr.ee/madcatpodcast
Unknown Host hosts Madcat Podcast, a society show with 34 episodes published.
In this episode, John Pighini and Scott Gearen sit down to recount stories of John's career in uniform — from flying combat rescue missions over Laos and Thailand during the Vietnam War, to becoming the founding Pararesc
Episode 32 of the Madcat Podcast is with Al Stanek. He is a legend of the PJ community! He survived a shoot-down, saved his pilots from a burning wreck, and spent a night in the dirt fighting off enemy forces to protect
Mike Fish served as a PJ at the 41st ARRS at Hamilton AFB, California, 38th ARRS at Tuy Hoa AB and the 71st ARRS at Elmendorf AFB, Alaska. He shares his story of earning the Air Force Cross and all of the jump missions h
John Nusbaum joined the Air Force in 1965 and earned his beret in PJ class 65-5. After being stationed in Spain, he volunteered for a tour in Southeast Asia. We delve into the missions John conducted in Da Nang, most not
In this episode, we sit down with Chuck McGrath, a recipient of two Distinguished Flying Crosses, a Silver Star and an Air Force Cross. Chuck is a true embodiment of the motto "That Others May Live." Buy Podcast SWAG or
In this episode, we sit down with Jessica Lynch, the former POW from the Iraq War, for an honest and unfiltered conversation. Hosted by PJ Benji Brudnicki, they discuss her life in the Army prior to deploying, her captiv
Dennis McKiver joins us to talk about his career. Dennis goes into detail about the missions he was a part of in Southeast Asia and the 3 jump missions he got in a row! To look up more about the Mayaguez Incident check o
From Navy deckhand to MACV-SOG recon leader to Air Force Pararescueman, Jim ‘Wild Carrot’ Shorten lived a life most only read about. He went deep behind enemy lines, then spent decades trying to bring the fallen home. Th
Chief Al Richmond was the first PJ Chief of the 129 RQS. Chief joined the Marine Corps in 1954, 3 years later after the Marines wouldn't let him jump he joined the Army. Finally that he joined the Air Force as a Pararesc
Chief Williamson served from 1966-2000. Was a major player in the implementation of square parachutes and rescue jumpmaster TTPs. He has some incredible missions and hilarious Charlie stories. Hope you guys enjoy.
In this episode, we talk with Cliff, a PJ who served in Guam and Southeast Asia before becoming a civilian contractor and TACP. He shares his exciting stories of jumping into typhoons and submarines in the Pacific, along
Another Alaska legend, we sit with Retired Chief Skip Kula to hear about his 30+ years as a PJ. From summiting Denali to parachuting through blizzards, Skip shares some amazing stories and hard-earned lessons. Don’t miss
Garth Lenz is the former Chief of the 210th and is the current historian up in Alaska. His career is full of amazing stories, we hope you enjoy the listen. This is the first episode in our AK PJ series. Please click the
Chief Mike McManus relives his historic 34 year career in Pararescue among his many assignments to include Japan, New York and Alaska. Chief McManus was a part of 7 jump missions while stationed in Japan, he was instrume
Join us in our mentorship series as we sit down with Retired Chief Tellsworth to explore his most memorable missions, including his experience with the Jessica Lynch rescue operation, and crucial lessons learned througho
Col Jose Cabrera is the Commander of the 563rd Rescue Group. His journey in the Air Force started prior to 9/11, after being tasked to help support personnel working at Ground Zero in New York he found a deep appreciatio
In this episode, we dive into the wealth of experience Tony Negron brings from his 26 years in the USAF, including a decade each in AFSOC and ACC, and notable combat tours. Tony shares critical lessons from the field, ti
In the inaugural episode of our Mentorship Series, we are honored to host retired SEAC Ramón "CZ" Colón-López. Colón-López, a man of profound experience and wisdom, shares his journey and lessons learned from a distingui
We're got retired Cheif Dave Milsten back on the podcast to share his incredible jump mission. The man has no fear!
At the PJ Reunion, we had the honor of sitting down with 86-year-old Tommy Miles, a man of unparalleled resilience and determination. Tommy's survival story from a 200-foot helicopter fall, resulting in almost every bone
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