hmTv at HMTC Podcasts Ep 34: The Fog of War and Humanity with RIchard Acritelli and guest Jack Brehm P3 on hmTv
Podcast Episode Description – Episode 34: The Fog of War and Humanity (Part 3)
Featuring Chief Master Sergeant Jack Brehm
Hosted by Richard Acritelli | hmTv
In this powerful and deeply personal episode of The Fog of War and Humanity, Richard Acritelli continues his riveting conversation with Chief Master Sergeant Jack Brehm (Ret.), a decorated Air National Guardsman from the 106th Rescue Wing and retired Suffolk County Police Officer.
Jack reflects on his post-Gulf War deployments in the Middle East, his unique transition from elite military Pararescue Jumper (PJ) to police officer on Long Island, and the challenges of reentering civilian life with a family of five. He shares vivid stories from Operation Northern and Southern Watch, his role in the early days of the Afghanistan War, and the critical work of the rescue teams on standby for combat pilots.
This episode also explores Jack’s second career in law enforcement, where he brought his combat medic and scuba skills to the Suffolk County Police Department’s Marine Bureau, responding to crimes, rescues, and evidence recovery operations in and around Fire Island.
From memorializing PJ tradition with the iconic “green feet” to appearing in the major motion picture The Last Full Measure, Jack’s journey is a tribute to service, resilience, and purpose. He also speaks candidly about his passion for fitness, extreme endurance races, and the joy of being an active grandfather and world traveler in retirement.
Jack Brehm is also the author of That Others May Live, a compelling book that embodies the PJ motto and spirit.
Tune in to hear the extraordinary story of a man who has lived a life of service—on the battlefield, in the streets, and in the hearts of those he’s protected.
Listen now on hmTv.