Author: Tim Cooper

America’s Coffee is Now in a Can!

The next step in the evolution of the Black Rifle Coffee brand is here: ready-to-drink coffee in a can. Learn how BRCC got here, and where they are going.

America’s Coffee is Now in a Can: How Black Rifle Coffee Company Entered the Ready-to-Drink Market

Black Rifle Coffee Company, founded in 2014 by former U.S. Army Green Beret Evan Hafer, originated as a premium, small-batch coffee roaster, with Hafer roasting and shipping coffee out of his garage. The garage didn’t last for long though. BRCC has grown exponentially since then.

Warrior Rising is Empowering the Next Generation of Entrepreneurs

How Warrior Rising is Empowering the Next Generation of Veteran Entrepreneurs

Far too often, veterans who have proven themselves in the military find it difficult to articulate their learned skills in the civilian world. Jason Van Camp – a graduate of the U.S. Military Academy at West Point, decorated Special Forces veteran, and founder of Warrior Rising – decided this narrative would not apply to him.

Horses for Heroes Gives Veterans the Opportunity to “Cowboy Up”

Horses for Heroes Gives Veterans the Opportunity to Cowboy Up

Rancher Rick Iannucci is an ordained minister and police chaplin as well as a retired U.S. Marshal and former Green Beret. In 2008, Iannucci and his wife, Nancy DeSantis, were running a ranch rodeo club for 4H children, including their daughter, at their Crossed Arrows Ranch in Santa Fe, New Mexico.

Global War on Terrorism Memorial

The Global War on Terror (GWOT) is 18 years old. It is, far and away, the longest war in US history. In this story for the Black Rifle Coffee Company’s COFFEE OR DIE magazine, I interview Michael “Rod” Rodriguez, 21-year Army veteran, former Green Beret and President of the GWOT Memorial Foundation. Rod and his team want to honor GWOT vets, the GWOT fallen, and those who are still in the fight with a memorial on the national mall.

Global War on Terrorism Memorial: An Unprecedented Project for an Unprecedented War

On Sept. 11, 2019, the Global War on Terrorism turned 18. The GWOT is by far the longest military conflict in U.S. history, eclipsing the previous contender (the Vietnam War) by at least eight years.

How the Spartan Pledge is Working to Prevent Veteran Suicide

In late October, I had the privilege of attending the 2019 VetXpo in Dallas to cover the event for COFFEE OR DIE magazine. The conference, sponsored by GalantFew, concluded with a moving presentation by Army paratrooper veteran Boone Cutler. Cutler is the author of the “Spartan Pledge” — a battle drill created to help veterans cope with the effects of isolation and depression, which so often lead to suicidal thoughts. I followed up with Boone to learn more about his background and the origin of the Spartan Pledge.

How the Spartan Pledge is Working to Prevent Veteran Suicide

“I will not take my own life by my own hand until I talk to my battle buddy first. My mission is to find a mission to help my warfighter family.” These words constitute the Spartan Pledge, a solemn oath meant to reverse the disturbing trend of suicide among veterans of the U.S.

A Wounded Green Beret’s Son is ‘Brave for His Family’

9 year-old Davidson, the son of an active-duty Green Beret, was just 3 when his dad deployed to Afghanistan. I interviewed Davidson and talked about his new children’s book which chronicles the experience.

A Wounded Green Beret’s Son is ‘Brave for His Family’

Thanks to the increasing number of veterans and active duty military personnel who share their stories, many who have never served have a greater understanding of and appreciation for their sacrifices. Unfortunately, their families rarely get the same opportunity.

VetXpo 2019: A Powerful Networking Event for Veterans

This is a preview of VetXpo, an annual networking event sponsored by GallantFew for the veteran community. The story teases some of the planned events and speakers, and highlights the awesome work of the GallantFew organization.

VetXpo 2019: A Powerful Networking Event for Veterans

One of the most difficult aspects of transitioning from military service to civilian life is the loss of the close-knit military community. There are numerous events and organizations that aim to ease that burden, and VetXpo is one of the most comprehensive. Now in its fourth year, will be held Oct.

How Uncanna is Destigmatizing CBD for the Veteran Community

Legal CBD comes from a plant in the cannabis family, but it is not pot. It’s actually harvested from hemp, which offers many proven health benefits. US Army Ranger veteran Coby Cochran is living proof of these benefits. CBD changed his life by helping him break his addiction to multiple substances, including opiates and alcohol. He now owns and operates Uncanna, one of the country’s leading suppliers of quality, laboratory-tested CBD products. In this story, I talk to Coby about his struggle with depression, anxiety, addiction and his experience transitioning out of the army. I cover the history of CBD in the US and discuss Coby’s efforts to convince the DOD to approve CBD use for active military personnel.

How UnCanna is Destigmatizing CBD for the Veteran Community

Coby Cochran, owner of Colorado-based , is a former U.S. Army Ranger with 10 years of active duty under his belt. He was also a member of Team 8 in the 2012 Best Ranger Competition. To most, his outward appearance indicated a young, physically active guy who had everything going for him.