Zero Blog Thirty
1,101 episodes - English - Latest episode: 7 days ago - ★★★★★ - 3.4K ratingsZero Blog Thirty is a military podcast presented by Barstool Sports that's listenable for the most crusty of veterans, the bootest of boots, or people who have never touched a weapon in their life. Through the eyes of enlisted Marines and a West Point trained officer, Zero Blog Thirty is like sitting at the online-bar of the VFW and having a virtual cold one with your buddies.
You can find every episode of this show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or YouTube. Prime Members can listen ad-free on Amazon Music. For more, visit barstool.link/ZeroBlog30
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ZBT #115: Things In The Military Better Than Sex
October 30, 2018 04:15Kate is up to her old goofin ways, scaring people around the office. We reached out on social media and asked 'What are some things in the military that are better than sex?' Then we get serious for a little bit and talk about the coverage of the Mexican caravans in the news!
ZBT #114: Kevin Flike // Military Halloween Costumes & Cons Get Fired Up
October 26, 2018 04:30Halloween is right around the corner so we're gonna help you and you're battle buddy decide on what your costume will be. Cons gets FIRED UP about recent Army news. Chaps interviews Kevin Flike, a Green Beret with an emotional story about surviving a traumatic event in Afghanistan. We cap off the show with a safety violation. Watch out for flying Humvees!
ZBT #114: Kevin Flike // Military Halloween Costumes & Cons Get Fired Up
October 26, 2018 04:30Halloween is right around the corner so we're gonna help you and you're battle buddy decide on what your costume will be. Cons gets FIRED UP about recent Army news. Chaps interviews Kevin Flike, a Green Beret with an emotional story about surviving a traumatic event in Afghanistan. We cap off the show with a safety violation. Watch out for flying Humvees! You can find every episode of this show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or YouTube. Prime Members can listen ad-free on Amazon Music. For mo...
ZBT #113: Don't Be The Boot Who Gets Catfished
October 23, 2018 04:30To start the show, Chaps officially serves Kate her Page 11. A Brigadier General got shot by the Taliban, so the show discusses how motivated his troops would be upon his return. Kate gets jazzed about new female Marine uniforms. A story came out about a bunch of soldiers who were catfished and blackmailed by prisoners, so we make fun of them!
ZBT #113: Don't Be The Boot Who Gets Catfished
October 23, 2018 04:30To start the show, Chaps officially serves Kate her Page 11. A Brigadier General got shot by the Taliban, so the show discusses how motivated his troops would be upon his return. Kate gets jazzed about new female Marine uniforms. A story came out about a bunch of soldiers who were catfished and blackmailed by prisoners, so we make fun of them! You can find every episode of this show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or YouTube. Prime Members can listen ad-free on Amazon Music. For more, visit ba...
ZBT #112: Randy Couture & Joe Quinn // Kate Gets A Page 11
October 19, 2018 05:00On today's episode, Chaps and Cons discuss recent criticism of Trump for not visiting active combat zones, and how it's bullshit. They discuss it by themselves because Kate was so late, that Chaps felt the need to issue her a Page 11. Joe Quinn from the HEADstrong Foundation joins us to speak about his inspiration for creating the organization, and to encourage veterans to get help. UFC Champion Randy Couture also joins the show to talk about working with Jay Glazer on his 'Merging Vets & Pl...
ZBT #112: Randy Couture & Joe Quinn // Kate Gets A Page 11
October 19, 2018 05:00On today's episode, Chaps and Cons discuss recent criticism of Trump for not visiting active combat zones, and how it's bullshit. They discuss it by themselves because Kate was so late, that Chaps felt the need to issue her a Page 11. Joe Quinn from the HEADstrong Foundation joins us to speak about his inspiration for creating the organization, and to encourage veterans to get help. UFC Champion Randy Couture also joins the show to talk about working with Jay Glazer on his 'Merging Vets & P...
ZBT #111: Platoon Room
October 16, 2018 04:30Chaps is back at Barstool HQ so it's platoon room time. Chaps talks about his speech in Boston, and his lovely train ride in to New York City. The Air Force got messed up by Hurricane Michael real bad, and the monetary value will shock you. Chaps caps off the show by making Kate sing the Marines' Hymn!
ZBT #111: Platoon Room
October 16, 2018 04:30Chaps is back at Barstool HQ so it's platoon room time. Chaps talks about his speech in Boston, and his lovely train ride in to New York City. The Air Force got messed up by Hurricane Michael real bad, and the monetary value will shock you. Chaps caps off the show by making Kate sing the Marines' Hymn! You can find every episode of this show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or YouTube. Prime Members can listen ad-free on Amazon Music. For more, visit barstool.link/ZeroBlog30
ZBT #110: Malcolm Nance // Where is Blue Star Navy Mom 1 & 2?
October 12, 2018 05:00On today's episode, Chaps links up with Malcolm Nance, a Navy Senior Chief with over 36 years of experience in US Intelligence. He knows a lot about what's going on in Saudi Arabia, so he breaks it down Barney style for us. The rest of the squad addresses the viral post made my a Navy mom this week that put a Navy sailor in quite the embarrassing internet spotlight. We also shoutout everyone making a big time effort to repair the Air Force bases affected by Hurricane Michael! You can find ...
ZBT #110: Malcolm Nance // Where is Blue Star Navy Mom 1 & 2?
October 12, 2018 05:00On today's episode, Chaps links up with Malcolm Nance, a Navy Senior Chief with over 36 years of experience in US Intelligence. He knows a lot about what's going on in Saudi Arabia, so he breaks it down Barney style for us. The rest of the squad addresses the viral post made my a Navy mom this week that put a Navy sailor in quite the embarrassing internet spotlight. We also shoutout everyone making a big time effort to repair the Air Force bases affected by Hurricane Michael!
ZBT #109: Will The War In Afghanistan Ever End?
October 09, 2018 05:00It's been 17 years since George W Bush declared war on Afghanistan, so we do some reflecting on the year 2001. What were the top songs and movies from the year 2001? Can Kate sing them all? After spending 17 at war in one region, it's obvious we made some mistakes along the way. What were they? Who made them? We discuss all that and more on today's Zero Blog Thirty!
ZBT #109: Will The War In Afghanistan Ever End?
October 09, 2018 05:00It's been 17 years since George W Bush declared war on Afghanistan, so we do some reflecting on the year 2001. What were the top songs and movies from the year 2001? Can Kate sing them all? After spending 17 at war in one region, it's obvious we made some mistakes along the way. What were they? Who made them? We discuss all that and more on today's Zero Blog Thirty! You can find every episode of this show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or YouTube. Prime Members can listen ad-free on Amazon Mus...
ZBT #108: Travis Manion Foundation // The Army Is Fat & Tired
October 05, 2018 05:00In 2007 1st Lt. Travis Manion lost his life in Iraq. Now his legacy lives on through the Travis Manion Foundation and Kate & Cons were joined by Travis's sister Ryan. They also speak with Marine/FDNY fireman Timothy Sullivan who connected with the Manion family through an incredible twist of fate.Back on the home front, Chaps makes fun of the Army for the latest fitness news. Also someone tried to kill Mad Dog Mattis, and spoiler alert, it didn't work!
ZBT #108: Travis Manion Foundation // The Army Is Fat & Tired
October 05, 2018 05:00In 2007 1st Lt. Travis Manion lost his life in Iraq. Now his legacy lives on through the Travis Manion Foundation and Kate & Cons were joined by Travis's sister Ryan. They also speak with Marine/FDNY fireman Timothy Sullivan who connected with the Manion family through an incredible twist of fate.Back on the home front, Chaps makes fun of the Army for the latest fitness news. Also someone tried to kill Mad Dog Mattis, and spoiler alert, it didn't work! You can find every episode of this sh...
ZBT 107: Interview with Chaps' Wife
October 03, 2018 01:30Back in San Antonio, Kate chatted with Chaps' wife about her backstory, her life as a military spouse, and being Chaps' better half. Kate asks her everything from Chaps' TBI to Chaps' social presence to a lightning round of Chaps' favorite things. Afterwards, Kate talks about a story that includes some Naval heroics. She's also super jazzed about Gritty. Maybe a little too jazzed!
ZBT 107: Interview with Chaps' Wife
October 03, 2018 01:30Back in San Antonio, Kate chatted with Chaps' wife about her backstory, her life as a military spouse, and being Chaps' better half. Kate asks her everything from Chaps' TBI to Chaps' social presence to a lightning round of Chaps' favorite things. Afterwards, Kate talks about a story that includes some Naval heroics. She's also super jazzed about Gritty. Maybe a little too jazzed! You can find every episode of this show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or YouTube. Prime Members can listen ad-fre...
ZBT 106: Lattes With Extra FOMO
September 28, 2018 05:00The whole squad is in one place for the first time since before Chaps, Kate, and Bren left for the Starbucks trip. Cons admits he had serious FOMO watching everyone else having fun, but he did get to watch an awesome Army-Oklahoma football game. Today's interviews are mash-up of all the best parts of the interviews Chaps and Kate conducted at Starbucks HQ. We talk to two Marines, two Navy vets, and a West Point grad, all of whom play an important role at Starbucks! You can find every epis...
ZBT 106: Lattes With Extra FOMO
September 28, 2018 05:00The whole squad is in one place for the first time since before Chaps, Kate, and Bren left for the Starbucks trip. Cons admits he had serious FOMO watching everyone else having fun, but he did get to watch an awesome Army-Oklahoma football game. Today's interviews are mash-up of all the best parts of the interviews Chaps and Kate conducted at Starbucks HQ. We talk to two Marines, two Navy vets, and a West Point grad, all of whom play an important role at Starbucks!
ZBT #105: David Vobora's Adaptive Training Foundation
September 26, 2018 05:00In January of 2014, David Vobora, a 5-year veteran of the NFL, met US Army Staff Sergeant Travis Mills, a quadruple amputee. David opened up his personal gym to Travis, offering his training expertise. The pair started working out together, customizing and adapting to the unique challenges posed by Travis' injuries. Through working with Travis and engaging the veteran community, David developed a passion for helping those with life-altering injuries find life-fulfilling adaptive performance ...
ZBT #105: David Vobora's Adaptive Training Foundation
September 26, 2018 05:00In January of 2014, David Vobora, a 5-year veteran of the NFL, met US Army Staff Sergeant Travis Mills, a quadruple amputee. David opened up his personal gym to Travis, offering his training expertise. The pair started working out together, customizing and adapting to the unique challenges posed by Travis' injuries. Through working with Travis and engaging the veteran community, David developed a passion for helping those with life-altering injuries find life-fulfilling adaptive performance ...
ZBT #105: David Vobora's Adaptive Training Foundation
September 26, 2018 05:00In January of 2014, David Vobora, a 5-year veteran of the NFL, met US Army Staff Sergeant Travis Mills, a quadruple amputee. David opened up his personal gym to Travis, offering his training expertise. The pair started working out together, customizing and adapting to the unique challenges posed by Travis' injuries. Through working with Travis and engaging the veteran community, David developed a passion for helping those with life-altering injuries find life-fulfilling adaptive performance...
ZBT #105: David Vobora's Adaptive Training Foundation
September 26, 2018 05:00In January of 2014, David Vobora, a 5-year veteran of the NFL, met US Army Staff Sergeant Travis Mills, a quadruple amputee. David opened up his personal gym to Travis, offering his training expertise. The pair started working out together, customizing and adapting to the unique challenges posed by Travis' injuries. Through working with Travis and engaging the veteran community, David developed a passion for helping those with life-altering injuries find life-fulfilling adaptive performance ...
ZBT #104: Military Superstitions
September 21, 2018 05:00Live from a hotel room in Seattle, Chaps and Kate discuss a recent viral video of Marines running headfirst into a fire, how it feels to be a hero in a small scale tragedy, and the first leg of the Starbucks trip. They also touch on military superstitions, like why charms are bad luck. Cons closes the episode out with some Zero Blog History!
ZBT #104: Military Superstitions
September 21, 2018 05:00Live from a hotel room in Seattle, Chaps and Kate discuss a recent viral video of Marines running headfirst into a fire, how it feels to be a hero in a small scale tragedy, and the first leg of the Starbucks trip. They also touch on military superstitions, like why charms are bad luck. Cons closes the episode out with some Zero Blog History! You can find every episode of this show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or YouTube. Prime Members can listen ad-free on Amazon Music. For more, visit barst...
ZBT #103: Boot Camp 101
September 19, 2018 04:30We at Zero Blog Thirty have been through it all (expcept PFC Bren). So we want to teach you how to get through every facet of your military career. On today's episode, we answer questions from those of you who are going through the motions at boot camp. You won't find better military advice anywhere. Also we wish a happy birthday to the Air Force! You can find every episode of this show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or YouTube. Prime Members can listen ad-free on Amazon Music. For more, visi...
ZBT #103: Boot Camp 101
September 19, 2018 04:30We at Zero Blog Thirty have been through it all (expcept PFC Bren). So we want to teach you how to get through every facet of your military career. On today's episode, we answer questions from those of you who are going through the motions at boot camp. You won't find better military advice anywhere. Also we wish a happy birthday to the Air Force!
ZBT #102: Sean Parnell // Bob Woodward's New Book Fear
September 14, 2018 05:00Chaps read Bob Woodward's new book, and unfortunately, he didn't learn anything he didn't already know. The only thing worth noting is that Mad Dog Mattis comes out looking like a badass. Sean Parnell joins Cons and Kate to talk about his new book Man of War! You can find every episode of this show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or YouTube. Prime Members can listen ad-free on Amazon Music. For more, visit barstool.link/ZeroBlog30
ZBT #102: Sean Parnell // Bob Woodward's New Book Fear
September 14, 2018 05:00Chaps read Bob Woodward's new book, and unfortunately, he didn't learn anything he didn't already know. The only thing worth noting is that Mad Dog Mattis comes out looking like a badass. Sean Parnell joins Cons and Kate to talk about his new book Man of War!
ZBT #101: Remembering 9/11 with Large
September 11, 2018 06:00On the 17th anniversary of 9/11, Kate and Cons are joined by Large from Barstool. Prior to Barstool, Large etched out a career on Wall Street and like so many, was personally affected with the days tragedy. Large shares with us an intimate, and at times emotional, account of the day's events. Listen as we reflect on a pivotal day in our Nation's history! You can find every episode of this show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or YouTube. Prime Members can listen ad-free on Amazon Music. For more...
ZBT #101: Remembering 9/11 with Large
September 11, 2018 06:00On the 17th anniversary of 9/11, Kate and Cons are joined by Large from Barstool. Prior to Barstool, Large etched out a career on Wall Street and like so many, was personally affected with the days tragedy. Large shares with us an intimate, and at times emotional, account of the day's events. Listen as we reflect on a pivotal day in our Nation's history!
100th Episode Special featuring Rob O'Neill
September 07, 2018 04:30Wow. We made it to 100 official episodes. *Reggaeton airhorn noises* (BOWWW BUHBUHBOWBOWBOWWWWW) Chaps comes up from Texas to do the show in-studio with the full squad. General Mattis put Sean Spicer in a bodybag with the most Mad Dog quote of all-time. Rob O'Neill joins us in studio to tell some more awesome stories, shoot the shit, and answer some silly rapid fire questions. Chaps reflects on how proud he is of what the podcast has become! You can find every episode of this show on Appl...
100th Episode Special featuring Rob O'Neill
September 07, 2018 04:30Wow. We made it to 100 official episodes. *Reggaeton airhorn noises* (BOWWW BUHBUHBOWBOWBOWWWWW) Chaps comes up from Texas to do the show in-studio with the full squad. General Mattis put Sean Spicer in a bodybag with the most Mad Dog quote of all-time. Rob O'Neill joins us in studio to tell some more awesome stories, shoot the shit, and answer some silly rapid fire questions. Chaps reflects on how proud he is of what the podcast has become!
ZBT #99.9: Russian Double Agent Naveed Jamali
September 04, 2018 04:30Double Agent might be one of the sexiest job titles you could possibly have. That title belonged to today's guest Naveed Jamali for years. Listen to today's show to hear how Naveed balanced being scared out of his mind that the Russians would find out, that the FBI didn't trust him completely, and whether or not he still worries that his gin and tonic is spiked with a little bit of lethal poison!
ZBT #99.9: Russian Double Agent Naveed Jamali
September 04, 2018 04:30Double Agent might be one of the sexiest job titles you could possibly have. That title belonged to today's guest Naveed Jamali for years. Listen to today's show to hear how Naveed balanced being scared out of his mind that the Russians would find out, that the FBI didn't trust him completely, and whether or not he still worries that his gin and tonic is spiked with a little bit of lethal poison! You can find every episode of this show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or YouTube. Prime Members c...
ZBT #99.5: Remembering John McCain // Matt Martin & Sydney Esiason
August 31, 2018 07:00On this week's episode Chaps, Cons and Kate reflect on the life of John McCain. Everything is discussed from his time as a POW, how long you need to wait after his death to discuss his policies, and how President Trump disrespected him in death using the flag. NHL player Matt Martin and Sydney Esiason join Cons and Kate in studio to discuss Matt's foundation, which helps get service dogs to people with PTSD!
ZBT #99.5: Remembering John McCain // Matt Martin & Sydney Esiason
August 31, 2018 07:00On this week's episode Chaps, Cons and Kate reflect on the life of John McCain. Everything is discussed from his time as a POW, how long you need to wait after his death to discuss his policies, and how President Trump disrespected him in death using the flag. NHL player Matt Martin and Sydney Esiason join Cons and Kate in studio to discuss Matt's foundation, which helps get service dogs to people with PTSD! You can find every episode of this show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or YouTube. Pri...
ZBT #99: Zach Iscol of Task & Purpose
August 24, 2018 04:00On this edition of ZBT the whole crew puts former Congressman Duncan Hunter in the blender for disrespecting the troops. Zach Iscol joins the show to discuss his service and what its like running Task & Purpose. Cons gives a history lesson, we open up some doggie bags, and more! You can find every episode of this show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or YouTube. Prime Members can listen ad-free on Amazon Music. For more, visit barstool.link/ZeroBlog30
ZBT #99: Zach Iscol of Task & Purpose
August 24, 2018 04:00On this edition of ZBT the whole crew puts former Congressman Duncan Hunter in the blender for disrespecting the troops. Zach Iscol joins the show to discuss his service and what its like running Task & Purpose. Cons gives a history lesson, we open up some doggie bags, and more!
ZBT #98: Sean Spicer
August 17, 2018 00:30Former White House Press Secretary Sean Spicer joins us in studio. Spicer discusses being a commander in the U.S. Naval Reserve, his relationships with General Kelly and General Mattis, his stint in the Trump administration, and a ton more. Also in this episode: Chaps is getting fat, a debate about whether enlisted or officers party harder, and Cons tells a widely known fake story that he believes to be real!
ZBT #98: Sean Spicer
August 17, 2018 00:30Former White House Press Secretary Sean Spicer joins us in studio. Spicer discusses being a commander in the U.S. Naval Reserve, his relationships with General Kelly and General Mattis, his stint in the Trump administration, and a ton more. Also in this episode: Chaps is getting fat, a debate about whether enlisted or officers party harder, and Cons tells a widely known fake story that he believes to be real! You can find every episode of this show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or YouTube. P...
ZBT #97: Featuring Kenny Mayne & Emily Brandwin
August 10, 2018 04:00On a jam-packed show, the Cons, Chaps and Kate open with the marines who get suspended from cheating on their land navigation tests. Kenny Mayne joins the show to talk about runfreely.org, an organization helping veterans recover from their injuries to be active again. Former CIA agent Emily Brandwin also joins the show and tells Chaps all about how she got into the CIA, what a CIA agent does and a ton more! You can find every episode of this show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or YouTube. Pr...
ZBT #97: Featuring Kenny Mayne & Emily Brandwin
August 10, 2018 04:00On a jam-packed show, the Cons, Chaps and Kate open with the marines who get suspended from cheating on their land navigation tests. Kenny Mayne joins the show to talk about runfreely.org, an organization helping veterans recover from their injuries to be active again. Former CIA agent Emily Brandwin also joins the show and tells Chaps all about how she got into the CIA, what a CIA agent does and a ton more!
ZBT #96 - 2 Fighters, a Pitcher, and a Dad
August 03, 2018 12:26On this week's episode of zero blog thirty, the squad sits down with the first West Point graduate to pitch in the major leagues. West Point and the MLB have been around over 150 years and only one man has done it. We also interview Gay Pat and Air Force member Hannah Fryer ahead of their rough and rowdy fight. After that, Barstool's own Jerry Thornton joins us to talk about his son's return home after finishing his time in the Marine Corps... You can find every episode of this show on Appl...
ZBT #96 - 2 Fighters, a Pitcher, and a Dad
August 03, 2018 12:26On this week's episode of zero blog thirty, the squad sits down with the first West Point graduate to pitch in the major leagues. West Point and the MLB have been around over 150 years and only one man has done it. We also interview Gay Pat and Air Force member Hannah Fryer ahead of their rough and rowdy fight. After that, Barstool's own Jerry Thornton joins us to talk about his son's return home after finishing his time in the Marine Corps...
ZBT #95: Paid Patriotism featuring Nick Francona
July 27, 2018 04:00Flags, flyovers & flaunting the troops: In the wake of 9/11professional sporting events have upped the patriotism, but some say it's not always genuine. In certain cases, taxpayer money has even been used to create moments highlighting the troops... lamong them, large payouts to teams for on-field re-enlistment ceremonies, National Anthems & meet and greets. Nate Francona has had experience with both professional sports and being a platoon commander for a scout sniper platoon. Nate joins us ...
ZBT #95: Paid Patriotism featuring Nick Francona
July 27, 2018 04:00Flags, flyovers & flaunting the troops: In the wake of 9/11professional sporting events have upped the patriotism, but some say it's not always genuine. In certain cases, taxpayer money has even been used to create moments highlighting the troops... lamong them, large payouts to teams for on-field re-enlistment ceremonies, National Anthems & meet and greets. Nate Francona has had experience with both professional sports and being a platoon commander for a scout sniper platoon. Nate joins us...
ZBT #94: Midsummer Classic featuring Tony La Russa
July 20, 2018 07:00Chaps and Cons have the privilege to speak with Hall Of Famer Tony LaRussa about the Animal Rescue Foundation pairing rescue dogs with Veterans. The whole squad tackles POTUS' Helsinki meeting, replacing military movies with Muppets, and what they don't miss from their time in service. They wrap the week with a feel good story from the Navy - would their own parents fit in the military??? You can find every episode of this show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or YouTube. Prime Members can liste...
ZBT #94: Midsummer Classic featuring Tony La Russa
July 20, 2018 07:00Chaps and Cons have the privilege to speak with Hall Of Famer Tony LaRussa about the Animal Rescue Foundation pairing rescue dogs with Veterans. The whole squad tackles POTUS' Helsinki meeting, replacing military movies with Muppets, and what they don't miss from their time in service. They wrap the week with a feel good story from the Navy - would their own parents fit in the military???
ZBT #93: Changing Up The Fitness Test featuring Dan Pfeiffer
July 13, 2018 07:15The whole crew is in NYC to discuss the Thai cave rescue and the Army changing it's fitness standards. Dan Pfeiffer from Pod Save America joins the show to discuss the current political climate!