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Welcome to the home page for HEROSTOCK Nation's weekly program, THE ROUNDTABLE: WHERE HEROES TALK where we feature the stories, experiences, talents and artistry of our Veterans, Active Military, First Responders, and Gold Star Families and supporters of the HEROSTOCK Mission. Hosted by Tom Lamog, the son of a US Marine Corps / Korean War Veteran, and US Army Veteran and award winning Singer/Songwriter, Matthew Jones, THE ROUNDTABLE: WHERE HEROES TALK strives to raise awareness, foster community, and provide information about services which benefit our community. Now streaming on Apple, Spotify, Amazon and other podcast streaming platforms. Airs every Monday evening at 7pm PT / 8pm MT / 9pm CT / 10pm ET on the Wreaths Across America Radio network.
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Episode 18: Recorded September 22 2025
On this week's episode of The Roundtable: Where Heroes Talk, meet Kevin Gouran of Doc Goodbeard Mens Care Products. He shares his story about the company's start and evolution, and his on-going commitment to veterans, and the Herostock mission. Includes demonstration on using balms and oils. Then it's Tom's good friend, AZ singer/songwriter, Jim Bachmann who shares some of his original music live and unplugged, along with some entertaining stories about his musical journey which has taken him to Tulsa OK where he now resides. Finally, hosts Tom Lamog and Matthew Jones talk about the National VA Creative Arts Competition, and how two of their winners will be joining us in October to share their experiences, and original music. Runtime: 60 minutes.
Episode 17: Recorded September 17 2025
Introducing Rick Yee, Owner/Founder of A Warrior's Way Mindset. Rick is an influential speaker, thought leader, and advocate for personal empowerment and authentic living and discusses his experiences at Herostock. He also shares his thoughts on work he does as a mental health coach and trainer, and the free resources he makes available online. Later, co-host Matthew Jones shares one of his original songs that earned him a 1st Place medal in the Omaha VA Creative Arts Competition. Hosted by Tom Lamog and Matthew Jones. Runtime 56 minutes. Explicit language.
Episode 16: Recorded September 11 2025
Introducing US Army Veteran Chris Parks, a good friend of Herostock Secretary and all around great guy, Anthony Lujan. Their stories of serving together, lasting friendships, camaraderie, personal challenges, and mutual support may get eyes just a little salty, especially when they talk about Chris's business venture called SmokinRWB. Then it's a conversation with former US Navy Corpsman, Country songwriter/musician and philanthropist, Mike Ponder of Michael Ponder Music sharing his experiences in the military, healing through music and guitars, the Nashville music scene and the celebs he's worked with, and songwriting with friends whose names you'll be familiar with. Hosted by Tom Lamog and Matthew Jones.
Episode 15: Recorded September 4 2025
Hosted by Tom Lamog and Matthew Jones. Herostock's founder and president, Jason Steiner and VP Natasha Mondero join in a roundtable discussion about Herostock '25 highlights, favorite moments and plans for Herostock '26. Musical guest is US Army Veteran, Newnan GA Singer/Songwriter John Hensley who shares his personal stories from serving during Operation Iraqi Freedom, music and songwriting, and his newest album release, "Long Hard Road". Runtime: 60 minutes. Check out our other interviews at www.herostock.org/podcast
Herostock Nation Podcast - Ep 14 August 28 2025.
Featuring one of our non-profit organizations that attended Herostock Ashland, Operation Freedom Exchange. Matthew Jones and I speak with their co-founders, William "Joe" Chabino, a US Navy Veteran and President. And VP, Susan Parnell, one of the owners of Custom Auto in Sedalia MO. Later in the hour, Shannon Book Music shares some of his Herostock Ashland experiences as our very first guest of our newly rebranded show: The Roundtable: Where Heroes Talk. RUNTIME: 60 minutes.
Episode 13: Recorded August 18 2025
Meet the band, Gallivant from Omaha NE. Sam, Joe and Dax talk about coming together in college, a musical journey that began at a young age, their latest release and video, " Life As It Goes", talk about their current tour, the experiences of being in a classic-rock driven power trio as singers, songwriters, and multi-instrumentalists. We also ask them about their musical influences, and songs they never get tired of playing. Tom and Matt reminisce about previous episodes and interviews as this is their final episode of the Herostock Nation Podcast series. And it's been an enlightening and entertaining ride! Watch till the very end for what's next for them, and for the show!
Episode 12: Recorded August 12 2025
In this episode, we're joined by Kimberly Meyer, singer/songwriter, Army veteran, United Republic Recording artist who is also making a return to the Herostock stage after last year’s appearance in a duet, and at the Writers round at Ashland 2024. Kimberly is joined by her bandmate, violinist/fiddle player Howard. Our next guest is no stranger to Herostock Nation. Followed by the band, Die Tired who went on to put the ROCK in Herostock Ashland’s ROCK NIGHT along with a few others. The conversation includes the creative process in making music videos, writing songs, rehearsing and gigging along with stories from last year's Herostock.
Episode 11: Recorded August 5 2025
Interview with Country Singer/Songwriter, Elvie Shane whose song "My Boy" launched his music career after the song went platinum in sales. Shane talks about his first album Backslider which contained "My Boy", then his follow up Damascus which had its own set of unique challenges throughout the album's lifecycle. Followed by our interview with Chris Holt, lead singer and guitarist for South of Center who talks about how his band, mostly from the same neighborhood, came together to build their sound and go on to play many of the popular venues in the Omaha/Lincoln NE area. He also talks about playing sports, specifically in the NHL, recording with a metal band in Latvia, and his first guitar.
Episode 10: Recorded July 23 2025
Conversation with Joe Ortiz, the lead singer with the band, Lockjaw who introduces the band members, talks about shooting the video for their song "I Can't Escape", songwriting, going on the road, and performing at Herostock Ashland's Rock Night. Followed by conversation with songwriter and bandleader Tony Traynor of The Traynr Band who talks about the musicians in the band, being the band's songwriter, managing the band, gigs they've played with big name musicians. Runtime: 60 minutes.
Episode 9: Recorded July 23 2025
Conversation with Derek Thompson about the recent cancellation of the Stars and Stripes Music Fest, his career in music with songwriting and guitar, his experience with mixed martial arts both as a spectator and as a fighter, and later closes the show with an acoustic performance. Let's Go! Runtime: 30 minutes.
Episode 8: Recorded July 15 2025
Hosted by Tom Lamog, and introducing interim co-host, Matthew Jones. Conversation with Paul Kavulak, Nebraska Brewing Company about his service in the US Marine Corps, starting up the business with wife Kim, making connections in the community, becoming involved with brewing, music tastes and much more. To be a guest, please reach out to Jason: jason.herostock@gmail.com. Runtime 57 minutes