Bonus Episodes & Training Content: PatreonWelcome back to the Blk & Blu Podcast! In this week's episode, Blake and Kyle are tackling hypocrisy, one ironic moment at a time. To kick things off, Blake opens a care package from a friend, and finally earns his Jr. Trooper badge...it's enough to make a grown man cry. Next up, the guys discuss their trip to San Antonio, working in the heat, and some very special organizations that fund LE training. If you're looking for self-care/improvement tips, this episode has got you covered. Blake and Kyle talk about BB3's incredible smoothies, visiting Warriors Heart with Tom Spooner, and even some tattoo therapy. A lot of healing can be done on 500 acres with a solid gym and some cattle to keep you company. To wrap up, our wonderful co-hosts discuss airplane etiquette, their family trip to the Alamo, and how traveling together is always a rollercoaster. Sound like your cup of tea? Perfect. Let's get into it.Resources:Jorge Pastore Foundation: https://www.jpastorefoundation.com/Frontline Healing Foundation: https://frontlinehealingfoundation.org/Warriors Heart: https://www.warriorsheart.com/Sponsors: Any day now...Please leave us a review on Spotify & Apple PodcastsConnect with Us:Instagram:@blakecookactual@kylemorganactual@blu_bearing@blkblupodcastTikTok:@blkblupodcastTimestamps:0:00 Intro1:27 Blake’s New Badges5:00 Checking In…On Time6:08 Double Standards: Seatbelts & Troopers9:43 Beating the Heat in San Antonio : DRP Course15:41 LE Training Funds & Honoring Jorge Pastore23:29 Stephen is the Smoothie King25:33 Warriors Heart with Tom Spooner32:00 Blake’s Risked His Life for the ‘Gram35:34 500 Acres of Tranquility & Salvation With Sobriety40:52 Family Trip to the Alamo45:51 Blake’s Pirate-Themed Sleeve…and Facts51:57 Cage Match: Blake vs Starship54:32 St. Mary’s Crew1:00:03 Airplane Etiquette1:03:17 Blaming the New Guy1:04:03 Outro
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10. Lazy Meals & Navy SEALs
Bonus Episodes & Training Content: PatreonWelcome back to the Blk & Blu Podcast! In this week’s episode, Blake and Kyle kick things off by acknowledging all the work they do to run the show…it has nothing to do with Starship Commander- whose identity remains to be revealed. Next up, the guys unpack their routine morning FaceTime, and how Blake continues to have a lying problem. To ease the tension, Blake presents Kyle with a new gift from one of our gracious supporters…so you all can thank Mike for bringing back a very *special* item.After a long week of solo-parenting, Kyle shares some newfound perspective on what it takes to keep an orderly house, and Blake addresses his concerns with NC weather. They get into their recent trip to Virginia Beach, who could run a faster 40, and why Blake hems his short-shorts. Yes, you read that correctly. To wrap up, Blakeypoo and Blu Bear talk about linking up with the guys at GBRS, checking out the Be Free Craft Cafe, and how ecstatic BB3 was to finally meet his hero (it rhymes with “TJ” Quickly). As them West Virginian’s would say, this episodes a hoot…let’s get into it.Sponsors: Our DMs are open...Please leave us a review on Spotify & Apple PodcastsConnect with Us:Instagram:@blakecookactual@kylemorganactual@blkblupodcast@blu_bearingTikTok:@blkblupodcastTimestamps:0:00 Intro1:13 It’s a Team Effort…Kind Of4:00 Who IS Starship Commander?6:58 I’m Batman.7:55 The FaceTime Debacle13:40 Blake’s Gift to Kyle17:12 Kyle Tries Solo Parenting for a Week23:47 Training When It’s Raining25:34 Driving on Thin Ice & Virginia Beach Trip31:38 Debating Who is Faster33:34 Skies Out Thighs Out: Hemmed Shorts on the Range37:45 Linkin’ Up with GBRS: “DJ” Shipley51:50 Be Free Craft Ice Cream Review (10/10)59:14 Changing Tires With BB3…Nearby1:02:30 Outro
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9. Punctuality, Parenting, and Partnership
Bonus Episodes & Training Content: PatreonWelcome back to another episode of the Blk & Blu Podcast! In this week's episode, the guys kick things off with a good old fashioned intervention. Blake seems to have a "problem" with seatbelts (and getting to work on time) so Kyle sets some new boundaries. To make him feel better, Kyle presents Blake with a gift from a listener...shoutout David!Next up, the guys get patriotic while reacting to the Canada vs USA hockey game and talk about their home defense course, because nothing screams 'Merica like beating Canadians and protecting your home...*insert bald eagle screech here* To wrap things up, Kyle shares how his past weekend went- which consisted of IV therapy, Christian comedy shows, and a lot of note-taking... all the things you learn to appreciate as you approach your mid-40's. We hope you enjoy the banter in this one, but if you don't, Blake is already blaming Apple for it. Let's get into it.Sponsors: There's always room for more, we're good cuddlers.Please leave us a review on Spotify & Apple PodcastsConnect with Us:Instagram:@blakecookactual@kylemorganactual@blu_bearing@blkblupodcastTikTok:@blkblupodcastTimestamps:0:00 Jumping In The Ring2:33 Blake Was Late “Because of Apple” 4:37 Intervention: Blake’s Problem with Seatbelts11:00 Tattoo Talk12:24 Blake’s New Friend & Pirate Lore16:35 Pouring Gas on a Fire28:21 Hockey Brawls…USA! USA! USA!32:56 Home Defense Course & Safeguarding Ourselves39:35 Kyle Met Listeners and Gave Advice45:43 Blake Tries to Be Funny47:10 Kyle’s Past Weekend feat. Special Guest 53:19 IV Therapy56:14 Christian Comedy Shows1:00:43 Outro
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8. Sights & Smells of Sin City
Bonus Episodes & Training Content: PatreonWe are BACK baby! We are back…with an all new episode of the Blk & Blu Podcast! In this week’s episode, the guys recap their trip to Shot Show in Sin City…aka Las Vegas. Knowing these two, it didn’t go how you’d expect. In fact, Blake returned deathly ill with the “China virus”, leaving Kyle (and Starship Commander) no choice but to mask-up. To kick off the episode, Kyle shares some insight on the Safariland x Unit Solutions livestream they did and how he spent his 20th year wedding anniversary. In true Blk & Blu fashion, Blake is the bearer of bad news (see what I did there) and informs Kyle that the courthouse where he got married is now a jail…how romantic! The guys then discuss the flight to Vegas, and how security at the hotel was more difficult than the airport. Of course, they break down the Gundies, recount meeting some heroes, and even talk about pedicures. Yeah, that happened. There’s quite a lot to unpack in this episode (not Nicole’s suitcase though) so slap that play button and let’s get into it. Sponsors: *cue Jeopardy music*Please leave us a review on Spotify & Apple PodcastsConnect with Us:Instagram:@blakecookactual@kylemorganactual@blu_bearing@blkblupodcastTikTok:@blkblupodcastTimestamps:0:00 The Sickest Intro of All Time4:10 Identity: Commanders & Troopers5:57 The Troubles of Running a Tight Ship8:28 Live from Shot Show: Kyle, Safariland, and Unit Solutions9:48 Kyle’s 20th Anniversary Recap14:25 Dual Purpose Buildings & Wedding Witnesses17:35 Starting the Shot Show Trip & Snacks on a Plane24:34 Airport vs Hotel Security28:22 Blakeypoo’s First Pedicure35:54 The Sights and Smells of a Casino40:59 Shot Show Security & Hotel Quality45:20 The Gundies: Attire & Old Friends49:59 Bathroom Bromances & Award Winners56:39 Being In Good Company & The Word Hero1:03:44 Blake Met His Hero1:06:57 Thank You All1:08:07 One Last Story…Blake’s Complaints1:10:10 Outro
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7. Cruisin' for a Bruisin'
Bonus Episodes & Training Content: PatreonWelcome back to the Blk & Blu Podcast, the internet's top source for pirate knowledge and soft-bullying! This week, Blake and Kyle kick things off by finally addressing the million dollar question...what bracelets are they wearing? They then discuss Blake's tendency to use Urban Dictionary, and how it might be his downfall. Speaking of downfalls, the guys finally agree it's time to cut Starship Commander some slack...well, maybe not but a guy can dream, right??In preparation for Shot Show, Kyle recounts some memories from the past, and Blake shares his hopes for this trip...hopefully he doesn't get stranded in a snow storm like his last outing. This episode dives deep into the milestones of life, as Blake talks Christmas traditions, and Kyle shares the bittersweet realization that his kids are all grown up...Blake would say the same but his neighbor's yard might argue otherwise- you'll see what I mean later. To wrap up, the guys talk therapy, Chris Fettes, and of course end with some more pirate facts. Whether you're here for laughs or a little life wisdom, this episode has it all. Let's get into it.Sponsors: Patience you must have, my young Padawan.Please leave us a review on Spotify & Apple PodcastsConnect with Us:Instagram:@blakecookactual@kylemorganactual@blu_bearing@blkblupodcastTikTok:@blkblupodcastTimestamps:0:00 Intro…With Energy1:45 Breaking the Silence: Blu Bracelets4:55 Blake’s Go-To Source of Information7:04 Cut the Commander Some Slack8:09 Kyle’s 20th Anniversary In Vegas11:20 Shot Show Scaries15:03 Unit Solutions Needs a Starship Commander17:35 Stranded in a Snow Storm23:24 Late Christmas with Blake’s Family28:20 Kyle’s Kids Going To College33:43 Father Time & Sneaky Kids38:39 New Driver Mistakes: Ruining Yards & Breaking Axles47:00 Cruisin’ For a Bruisin’...Blake Got Bullied By Preteens50:18 Therapy & Getting In-Tune With Yourself58:11 Chris Fettes: Good Human Being1:01:18 Outro…But First A Pirate Fact
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