Austin Von Letkemann
1st Lieutenant and platoon leader in military intelligence who creates the MandatoryFunDay parody videos to expose and humanize day-to-day military life while engaging civilian and veteran audiences.
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Sep 29, 2025 • 1h 59min
Episode 409 - Austin Von Letkemann - Exposing the truth of military service through humor
Austin Von Letkemann, a 1st Lieutenant and platoon leader, uses humor to humanize daily military life through his MandatoryFunDay parody videos. In a lively chat, he uncovers the challenges of managing military mental health, including his own battle with panic attacks. Austin shares insights on the Army's creative initiatives and emphasizes the need for empathy in veteran communities. They dive into the importance of work-life balance, team cohesion, and the impact of online criticism, while fostering understanding between service members and civilians.
Dec 23, 2024 • 2h 25min
Austin Von Letkemann and Nick Palmisciano
Austin Von Letkemann, also known as "MandatoryFunDay," is a 1st Lt. and platoon leader who creates humorous parody videos about military life. Alongside him is Nick Palmisciano, a former infantry officer and founder of Diesel Jack Media. They explore the challenges veterans face while transitioning to civilian life, share humorous anecdotes about co-authoring a book, and discuss the significance of grappling and jiu-jitsu for personal growth. Their project, "Office Joe," aims to bring relatable military experiences to a broader audience through comedy.
