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    <title>Tango Alpha Lima Podcast - Episodes Tagged with “Self Medication”</title>
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This weekly podcast is produced by The American Legion. For more stories and videos please visit www.legion.org/tangoalphalima
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  <title>Episode 272: Living the punk life with former sailor John Joseph - Tango Alpha Lima</title>
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  <description>Remembering Gen. "Mad" Anthony Wayne and the Battle of Stony Point
THE INTERVIEW
Former Cro-Mags and Bad Brains singer John Joseph emerged from an abusive childhood in a foster home to serve in the Navy and then forge his punk rock career. Joseph rose through the ranks, along with others in the early 1980s scene including Henry Rollins, the Beastie Boys and others to become a successful singer. Now he inspires others as a vegan triathlete. 
SCUTTLEBUTT
Reddit Rabbit Hole: Best posters seen during a triathalon
Army bringing in big tech executives as lieutenant colonels
American airmen in Japan test AI tool to streamline flight scheduling Special Guest: John Joseph.
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    <![CDATA[<p>Remembering Gen. &quot;Mad&quot; Anthony Wayne and the Battle of Stony Point</p>

<p>THE INTERVIEW<br>
Former Cro-Mags and Bad Brains singer John Joseph emerged from an abusive childhood in a foster home to serve in the Navy and then forge his punk rock career. Joseph rose through the ranks, along with others in the early 1980s scene including Henry Rollins, the Beastie Boys and others to become a successful singer. Now he inspires others as a vegan triathlete. </p>

<p>SCUTTLEBUTT<br>
Reddit Rabbit Hole: Best posters seen during a triathalon</p>

<p>Army bringing in big tech executives as lieutenant colonels</p>

<p>American airmen in Japan test AI tool to streamline flight scheduling</p><p>Special Guest: John Joseph.</p><p>Links:</p><ul><li><a title="Watch video of this episode on YouTube" rel="nofollow" href="https://youtu.be/SxxC5p3Cshg">Watch video of this episode on YouTube</a></li><li><a title="Stony Point Battle Facts and Summary | American Battlefield Trust" rel="nofollow" href="https://www.battlefields.org/learn/revolutionary-war/battles/stony-point">Stony Point Battle Facts and Summary | American Battlefield Trust</a></li><li><a title="Anthony Wayne | American Battlefield Trust" rel="nofollow" href="https://www.battlefields.org/learn/biographies/anthony-wayne">Anthony Wayne | American Battlefield Trust</a></li><li><a title="Be The One | The American Legion" rel="nofollow" href="https://www.legion.org/advocacy/be-the-one">Be The One | The American Legion</a></li><li><a title="John Joseph Discipline" rel="nofollow" href="https://www.johnjosephdiscipline.com/">John Joseph Discipline</a></li><li><a title="Meat Is for Pussies: A How-To Guide for Dudes Who Want to Get Fit, Kick Ass, and Take Names by John Joseph | Goodreads" rel="nofollow" href="https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/18505838-meat-is-for-pussies">Meat Is for Pussies: A How-To Guide for Dudes Who Want to Get Fit, Kick Ass, and Take Names by John Joseph | Goodreads</a></li><li><a title="What’s the best poster you’ve seen on race day? : r/triathlon" rel="nofollow" href="https://www.reddit.com/r/triathlon/comments/nw6y92/whats_the_best_poster_youve_seen_on_race_day/">What’s the best poster you’ve seen on race day? : r/triathlon</a></li><li><a title="TangoAlphaLima on Reddit" rel="nofollow" href="https://www.reddit.com/r/TangoAlphaLima/">TangoAlphaLima on Reddit</a></li><li><a title="Army recruits Big Tech executives as senior officers" rel="nofollow" href="https://taskandpurpose.com/military-life/army-reserve-lt-col-tech-execs/">Army recruits Big Tech executives as senior officers</a> &mdash; Army bringing in big tech executives as lieutenant colonels</li><li><a title="American airmen in Japan test AI tool to streamline flight scheduling | Stars and Stripes" rel="nofollow" href="https://www.stripes.com/theaters/asia_pacific/2025-06-16/air-force-ai-flight-scheduling-18136851.html">American airmen in Japan test AI tool to streamline flight scheduling | Stars and Stripes</a></li></ul>]]>
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    <![CDATA[<p>Remembering Gen. &quot;Mad&quot; Anthony Wayne and the Battle of Stony Point</p>

<p>THE INTERVIEW<br>
Former Cro-Mags and Bad Brains singer John Joseph emerged from an abusive childhood in a foster home to serve in the Navy and then forge his punk rock career. Joseph rose through the ranks, along with others in the early 1980s scene including Henry Rollins, the Beastie Boys and others to become a successful singer. Now he inspires others as a vegan triathlete. </p>

<p>SCUTTLEBUTT<br>
Reddit Rabbit Hole: Best posters seen during a triathalon</p>

<p>Army bringing in big tech executives as lieutenant colonels</p>

<p>American airmen in Japan test AI tool to streamline flight scheduling</p><p>Special Guest: John Joseph.</p><p>Links:</p><ul><li><a title="Watch video of this episode on YouTube" rel="nofollow" href="https://youtu.be/SxxC5p3Cshg">Watch video of this episode on YouTube</a></li><li><a title="Stony Point Battle Facts and Summary | American Battlefield Trust" rel="nofollow" href="https://www.battlefields.org/learn/revolutionary-war/battles/stony-point">Stony Point Battle Facts and Summary | American Battlefield Trust</a></li><li><a title="Anthony Wayne | American Battlefield Trust" rel="nofollow" href="https://www.battlefields.org/learn/biographies/anthony-wayne">Anthony Wayne | American Battlefield Trust</a></li><li><a title="Be The One | The American Legion" rel="nofollow" href="https://www.legion.org/advocacy/be-the-one">Be The One | The American Legion</a></li><li><a title="John Joseph Discipline" rel="nofollow" href="https://www.johnjosephdiscipline.com/">John Joseph Discipline</a></li><li><a title="Meat Is for Pussies: A How-To Guide for Dudes Who Want to Get Fit, Kick Ass, and Take Names by John Joseph | Goodreads" rel="nofollow" href="https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/18505838-meat-is-for-pussies">Meat Is for Pussies: A How-To Guide for Dudes Who Want to Get Fit, Kick Ass, and Take Names by John Joseph | Goodreads</a></li><li><a title="What’s the best poster you’ve seen on race day? : r/triathlon" rel="nofollow" href="https://www.reddit.com/r/triathlon/comments/nw6y92/whats_the_best_poster_youve_seen_on_race_day/">What’s the best poster you’ve seen on race day? : r/triathlon</a></li><li><a title="TangoAlphaLima on Reddit" rel="nofollow" href="https://www.reddit.com/r/TangoAlphaLima/">TangoAlphaLima on Reddit</a></li><li><a title="Army recruits Big Tech executives as senior officers" rel="nofollow" href="https://taskandpurpose.com/military-life/army-reserve-lt-col-tech-execs/">Army recruits Big Tech executives as senior officers</a> &mdash; Army bringing in big tech executives as lieutenant colonels</li><li><a title="American airmen in Japan test AI tool to streamline flight scheduling | Stars and Stripes" rel="nofollow" href="https://www.stripes.com/theaters/asia_pacific/2025-06-16/air-force-ai-flight-scheduling-18136851.html">American airmen in Japan test AI tool to streamline flight scheduling | Stars and Stripes</a></li></ul>]]>
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  <title>Episode 198: Tango Alpha Lima: Lead the Way Recovery founder Dr. Marshall Bahr</title>
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  <itunes:duration>39:46</itunes:duration>
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  <description>TROLL PATROL
Stacy and Ashley shed light on another social media mistruth and reveal that foreign-born veterans who served in the U.S. military are indeed eligible for membership in The American Legion.
O CHAT THIRTY
Former Army Ranger medic Marshall Bahr is a physician is the founder of Lead The Way Recovery, an Ohio-based addiction treatment program for veterans. Bahr shares the story of his own struggles with addiction and PTSD, which makes his endeavor to provide hope to fellow veterans a deeply personal mission.
SCUTTLEBUTT
Art Imitates Life: CIA secret Stargate program is the subject of David Morehouse's new book, “Psychic Warrior” ⁠
Life Imitates Art: Air Force Times shares a list of Hollywood movie tech that DoD should consider developing
Bob Ross and the pros and cons of a signature hairstyle
 Special Guest: Dr. Marshall Bahr.
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    <![CDATA[<p>TROLL PATROL<br>
Stacy and Ashley shed light on another social media mistruth and reveal that foreign-born veterans who served in the U.S. military are indeed eligible for membership in The American Legion.</p>

<p>O CHAT THIRTY<br>
Former Army Ranger medic Marshall Bahr is a physician is the founder of Lead The Way Recovery, an Ohio-based addiction treatment program for veterans. Bahr shares the story of his own struggles with addiction and PTSD, which makes his endeavor to provide hope to fellow veterans a deeply personal mission.</p>

<p>SCUTTLEBUTT<br>
Art Imitates Life: CIA secret Stargate program is the subject of David Morehouse&#39;s new book, “Psychic Warrior” ⁠<br>
Life Imitates Art: Air Force Times shares a list of Hollywood movie tech that DoD should consider developing<br>
Bob Ross and the pros and cons of a signature hairstyle</p><p>Special Guest: Dr. Marshall Bahr.</p><p>Links:</p><ul><li><a title="Watch video of this episode on YouTube" rel="nofollow" href="https://youtu.be/yD19fn7OFEM">Watch video of this episode on YouTube</a></li><li><a title="National Constitution and By-laws | Brochures &amp; Publications | The American Legion" rel="nofollow" href="https://www.legion.org/publications/247099/national-constitution-and-laws">National Constitution and By-laws | Brochures &amp; Publications | The American Legion</a></li><li><a title="Membership: Frequently Asked Questions | The American Legion" rel="nofollow" href="https://www.legion.org/membership/faq">Membership: Frequently Asked Questions | The American Legion</a></li><li><a title="The American Legion and Wellcare Medicare Advantage plans for Legionnaires | Wellcare" rel="nofollow" href="https://www.wellcarenow.com/veterans/?cid=CMT84543">The American Legion and Wellcare Medicare Advantage plans for Legionnaires | Wellcare</a></li><li><a title="Dr. Marshall Bahr, M.D." rel="nofollow" href="https://www.marshallbahr.com/">Dr. Marshall Bahr, M.D.</a></li><li><a title="Best Addiction Treatment Center in Ohio | Online Suboxone Therapy Available" rel="nofollow" href="https://www.leadthewayrecovery.com/">Best Addiction Treatment Center in Ohio | Online Suboxone Therapy Available</a></li><li><a title="Join The American Legion " rel="nofollow" href="http://www.legion.org/join">Join The American Legion </a></li><li><a title="Psychic Warrior: Inside the CIA&#39;s Stargate Program: The True Story of a Soldier&#39;s Espionage and Awakening" rel="nofollow" href="https://www.publishersweekly.com/9780312147082">Psychic Warrior: Inside the CIA's Stargate Program: The True Story of a Soldier's Espionage and Awakening</a></li><li><a title="11 pieces of movie technology the military should field" rel="nofollow" href="https://www.airforcetimes.com/off-duty/military-culture/2023/12/14/11-pieces-of-movie-technology-the-military-should-field/">11 pieces of movie technology the military should field</a></li><li><a title="Why Bob Ross Permed His Hair (Even Though He Hated It) | Mental Floss" rel="nofollow" href="https://www.mentalfloss.com/article/65787/why-bob-ross-permed-his-hair-even-though-he-hated-it">Why Bob Ross Permed His Hair (Even Though He Hated It) | Mental Floss</a></li></ul>]]>
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    <![CDATA[<p>TROLL PATROL<br>
Stacy and Ashley shed light on another social media mistruth and reveal that foreign-born veterans who served in the U.S. military are indeed eligible for membership in The American Legion.</p>

<p>O CHAT THIRTY<br>
Former Army Ranger medic Marshall Bahr is a physician is the founder of Lead The Way Recovery, an Ohio-based addiction treatment program for veterans. Bahr shares the story of his own struggles with addiction and PTSD, which makes his endeavor to provide hope to fellow veterans a deeply personal mission.</p>

<p>SCUTTLEBUTT<br>
Art Imitates Life: CIA secret Stargate program is the subject of David Morehouse&#39;s new book, “Psychic Warrior” ⁠<br>
Life Imitates Art: Air Force Times shares a list of Hollywood movie tech that DoD should consider developing<br>
Bob Ross and the pros and cons of a signature hairstyle</p><p>Special Guest: Dr. Marshall Bahr.</p><p>Links:</p><ul><li><a title="Watch video of this episode on YouTube" rel="nofollow" href="https://youtu.be/yD19fn7OFEM">Watch video of this episode on YouTube</a></li><li><a title="National Constitution and By-laws | Brochures &amp; Publications | The American Legion" rel="nofollow" href="https://www.legion.org/publications/247099/national-constitution-and-laws">National Constitution and By-laws | Brochures &amp; Publications | The American Legion</a></li><li><a title="Membership: Frequently Asked Questions | The American Legion" rel="nofollow" href="https://www.legion.org/membership/faq">Membership: Frequently Asked Questions | The American Legion</a></li><li><a title="The American Legion and Wellcare Medicare Advantage plans for Legionnaires | Wellcare" rel="nofollow" href="https://www.wellcarenow.com/veterans/?cid=CMT84543">The American Legion and Wellcare Medicare Advantage plans for Legionnaires | Wellcare</a></li><li><a title="Dr. Marshall Bahr, M.D." rel="nofollow" href="https://www.marshallbahr.com/">Dr. Marshall Bahr, M.D.</a></li><li><a title="Best Addiction Treatment Center in Ohio | Online Suboxone Therapy Available" rel="nofollow" href="https://www.leadthewayrecovery.com/">Best Addiction Treatment Center in Ohio | Online Suboxone Therapy Available</a></li><li><a title="Join The American Legion " rel="nofollow" href="http://www.legion.org/join">Join The American Legion </a></li><li><a title="Psychic Warrior: Inside the CIA&#39;s Stargate Program: The True Story of a Soldier&#39;s Espionage and Awakening" rel="nofollow" href="https://www.publishersweekly.com/9780312147082">Psychic Warrior: Inside the CIA's Stargate Program: The True Story of a Soldier's Espionage and Awakening</a></li><li><a title="11 pieces of movie technology the military should field" rel="nofollow" href="https://www.airforcetimes.com/off-duty/military-culture/2023/12/14/11-pieces-of-movie-technology-the-military-should-field/">11 pieces of movie technology the military should field</a></li><li><a title="Why Bob Ross Permed His Hair (Even Though He Hated It) | Mental Floss" rel="nofollow" href="https://www.mentalfloss.com/article/65787/why-bob-ross-permed-his-hair-even-though-he-hated-it">Why Bob Ross Permed His Hair (Even Though He Hated It) | Mental Floss</a></li></ul>]]>
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