<p>In this episode of the Military Retirement Podcast, John and Vic catch up after battling some technical challenges! They dive deep into the world of Space-A travel, adventure after retirement, travel stories, and even the lure of van life. From typhoon-survival stories to the perks and pitfalls of Space-A flights, this conversation is packed with humor, advice, and a little nostalgia.</p><p><br></p><p>They also share insights about GS jobs, Schedule A hiring, and discuss how retirement isn’t the end — it’s just the start of bigger adventures.</p><p><br></p><p>Timestamps:</p><p><br></p><p>0:00 - Music intro</p><p>0:26 - Back after technical difficulties</p><p>0:40 - John recording from Scott AFB</p><p>2:00 - Air Force vs Marine Corps quality of life comparisons</p><p>4:00 - Luxuries of Air Force DFACs and chow halls</p><p>6:00 - Random base encounters and veteran community stories</p><p>7:00 - Space-A travel stories: C-5 rides, Dover experiences</p><p>10:00 - The amazing people you meet when you slow down</p><p>12:00 - Book review: Supercommunicators</p><p>16:00 - Negotiation tactics from FBI negotiators</p><p>20:00 - Body language, psychology, and reading people</p><p>24:00 - Detailed breakdown: How to fly Space-A (retiree perspective)</p><p>36:00 - Family adventures with Space-A travel</p><p>40:00 - Planning European travel with kids</p><p>45:00 - RV Life dreams and retirement adventures</p><p>54:00 - Practical travel hacks: PCH drives, Airbnbs, and more</p><p>1:10:00 - American vs European history experiences</p><p>1:20:00 - PCS withdrawals after retirement</p><p>1:27:00 - Keeping life adventurous post-military</p><p>1:45:00 - How veterans can hack the GS hiring system</p><p>1:53:00 - Reflections on aging, fitness, and staying active</p><p>1:59:00 - Outro and upcoming guest announcement</p><p><br></p><p>🔗 Links (FULL URL TEXT — no hyperlink hiding):</p><p>Military Retirement Podcast Website:</p><p>https://www.militaryretirementpodcast.com</p><p>Military Retirement Group on Facebook:</p><p>https://www.facebook.com/groups/981767756191573</p><p>Bottom Line Up Front Book (Amazon):</p><p>https://amzn.to/4jUiPky</p><p>The Green Logbook YouTube Channel:</p><p>https://youtube.com/@thegreenlogbook</p><p>Military Retirement Podcast YouTube Channel:</p><p>https://youtube.com/@militaryretirementpodcast</p><p><br></p><p>Some links may result in commissions</p>