D.D. Finder is a former Flight and ICU Nurse, EMT-Basic, Returned Peace Corps Volunteer, and author with more than 20 years of healthcare experience. Throughout his career, he has earned multiple awards for excellence in patient care, both in-flight and in the hospital. Finder lives in Colorado with his wife and continues to serve as an RN. He is the author of Ready Left, Ready Right, a powerful novel that explores resilience and courage in the world of helicopter EMS. His deep respect for first responders and nurses fuels his writing, where he highlights their intelligence, dedication, sacrifice, and compassion. A dedicated medical professional, and returned Peace Corps volunteer, Finder has built his life around service and the pursuit of human potential. Beyond medicine, he is a challenge seeker who has participated in a world record attempt and recently hiked the Grand Canyon rim-to-rim in a single day. He has lived in underserved and remote communities throughout Central and South America, working on the front lines in some of the most isolated areas. His mission is to inspire and support first responders and nurses by sharing hard-earned lessons and giving back to a profession that has both shaped and tested him.

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Robbie Kroger - founder of The Orgins Foundation (formerly Blood Origins), a non-profit organization dedicated to wildlife conservation and promoting the heritage of hunting. With a Ph.D. in biology and a passion for the outdoors, Kroger has focused his career on educating people about the importance of hunting as a conservation tool. As an award-winning filmmaker and director, Kroger uses storytelling to shed light on the deep connections between hunters and nature, often sharing the untold stories of conservation efforts worldwide. Through Blood Origins, he highlights the positive impacts hunters have on ecosystems, dispelling misconceptions about the hunting community. His work is a testament to the value of responsible stewardship of the environment and wildlife preservation. Kroger’s passion for wildlife and ethical hunting has earned him recognition as a key advocate for bridging the gap between hunters and non-hunters, fostering understanding and collaboration for global conservation efforts. Robbie Kroger joins Bobby Marshall in Studio to discuss, Conservation, Wildlife, Biology, Politics, Advocacy, Hunting, Archery, Trudistion, Outdoor life & much more. Please subscribe or like us on social media platforms for updates on shows, events, and episode drops.

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Colonel John R. “Buck” Buckingham (Ret.), call sign “BUCK,” is a legendary U.S. Air Force fighter pilot, former Vice Wing Commander at Buckley Air Force Base, and a true American patriot. With over 34 years of distinguished military service and more than 6,000 flight hours in fighter jets Buck’s career is a testament to skill, leadership, and unwavering dedication to country. Buck’s aviation journey began in the F-4E Phantom, followed by time as an elite AT-38 instructor and A-10 Thunderbolt II pilot. He later joined the Colorado Air National Guard, where he flew the A-7D Corsair II before commanding the skies in the F-16 Fighting Falcon for the final 17 years of his career. With multiple deployments to active combat zones in Iraq & Afghanistan. Buck decorations speak for themselves. In the immediate aftermath of the September 11, 2001 terrorist attacks, Buck was the first fighter pilot scrambled to protect American airspace—playing a critical role in Operation Noble Eagle (ONE) and the rapid transformation of U.S. homeland defense. As Vice Wing Commander at Buckley AFB, Buck led with precision and integrity, overseeing key operations, training initiatives, and mission readiness across one of the country’s most strategic Air Force installations. Even in retirement, “Buck” continues to soar. He still flies a variety of private aircraft, remains active in the aviation community, and embraces life as a proud family man and passionate upland bird hunter. He made his podcast debut on The Mountain Side, where he shared his incredible story—from Cold War missions to post-9/11 homeland defense—offering listeners a rare glimpse into the life of a true American Fighter Pilot

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