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KnockBack, Episode 185: Generation Kill (Video) (Patreon)

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2021-08-23 16:01:03
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2021-09

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Generation Kill | KnockBack: The Retro and Nostalgia Podcast Episode 185

In 2004, journalist Evan Wright released a book called Generation Kill, all about his time attached to a Marine regiment during the 2003 invasion of Iraq. It was a hit, and the basis for a 2008 HBO series by the same name. As its name suggests, the US Marines 1st Recon Battalion is meant to... well... perform reconnaissance. But 'Chaos' and 'Godfather' saw them more suited for a blitzkrieg to Baghdad. The result is an extraordinary story of courage, insanity, and ruthlessness, and we're eager to talk about all seven episodes and all eight hours. Of course, while we go over our favorite characters, moments, and more, this conversation also delves into the Iraq War itself, what it was like living in a society that overwhelmingly supported the conflict, and the lessons we've hopefully learned for the future. So hit play and listen... but police that mustache first. Check out our merch store at http://LastStandMedia.Shop A new episode of KnockBack launches each Monday morning. To receive instant access, as well as other perks, please support the show on Patreon at http://patreon.com/LastStandMedia #GenerationKill #KnockBack #LastStandMedia

Comments

Rob Aitken

Moriarity!!! police that moustache!!!!

Anonymous

Fruity Rudy!!

Halph Pint

Great show as always gentlemen....loved the mini series when it came out and actually re-watched it again prior to this. Actually more interesting given all thats come to light since it originally aired...

Anonymous

Having served in the Marines there is so much truth to be found in every scene. From gear used in Vietnam to horrible leadership. I will say, that when it comes to spending no one does it better than the military. We had radios that were used by my grandfather yet we could spend $40 on a pair of scissors. Can't wait for y'alls next military content!

Anonymous

When I went to Jump School Sgt Colbert (Iceman and a MSgt by then) was the head for the Marine Liaison.

Anonymous

Very much enjoyed the conversation you and Dagan had regarding Generation Kill. I've read Evan Wright's book as well and I appreciated how much they stayed true to his work in the miniseries. I don't know if you & Dagan noticed but Wright's never referenced by name in the show...always called "The Reporter" or "Reporter." I found that really interesting. I had several family members and friends, including my husband, serve in Iraq. My cousin Josh, in particular, was a surgical nurse and was even seen in the last segment of the HBO special Baghdad ER. My husband was a member of the National Guard and was a gunner on the Humvee column that went out to protect the medical team. So watching Generation Kill and reading the book added to what I had already heard from them.

Peter Campbell

Glad you covered this mini-series. I have seen it twice over the years and have the bluray and am looking at it for another rewatch. It doesn't need much prompting. I like this one more than Band Of Brothers to be honest. I find soldiers in a compromised war to be a more interesting set-up. The odd thing about the Iraq war from the UK perspective is that a huge number of people from a variety of political views opposed it and said Iraq was an uncontrollable collection of warring interests and that getting rid of Saddam would lead to the mess that occurred later but the Labour government ignored them (the fallout from this ate away at them and destroyed them years later). It's interesting how the UK and US went in to Iraq but their populations had very different perspectives on the war.

LastStandMedia
>>66905623

I'm just pleased that I enjoyed the show more this go-around than the first. Not entirely sure what I was thinking there.

Kevin Jay

Such a fucking good show. I was really surprised by how hilarious this show was. I love how real it all felt too. This might just be the most un politically correct but also most honest show I’ve ever seen about the military.