Uploaded May 2025 | Updated September 2026, 37 minutes ago
This week on the Black Rifle Coffee Podcast, Logan Stark sits down with writer, Marine, and American history nerd Jack Mandaville to uncover the story behind Warpigs, the gritty, hilarious, and uniquely patriotic series inspired by Jack’s time in the Marine Corps. From his Minnesota roots to his
deployment mindset, Jack shares how war, humor, and a deep love for history shaped his worldview and creative voice. The two dive into everything from Teddy Roosevelt and the Rough Riders to post-deployment life, fatherhood, and why baseball still hits different. If you’ve ever wondered what
happens when a Marine grabs a pen, this one’s for you.
TIMESTAMPS:
00:00 – Intro
07:12 – The origin of Warpigs and Jack’s creative process
14:25 – Life in the Marine Corps and how it shaped Jack
21:37 – The absurdity of war and military humor
28:50 – Why history matters to Jack
36:02 – Mandaville's influences and love of storytelling
43:15 – War movies, accuracy, and artistic license
50:28 – What patriotism really means
57:40 – The transition from warfighter to writer
1:04:53 – Jack’s view on mental health and purpose
1:12:06 – Raising kids in today’s America
1:19:18 – The chaos and comedy of being a civilian again
1:26:31 – Building characters that reflect real vets
1:33:44 – Internet culture, memes, and military satire
1:40:56 – Creating Warpigs with respect and grit
1:48:09 – How Jack handles criticism and pushback
1:55:22 – Big goals for Warpigs and future projects
2:02:34 – Legacy, family, and being a present father
2:09:47 – What Jack wants civilians to understand about war
2:17:00 – Final thoughts: humor, hardship, and why it all matters
HOST & GUEST INFO:
Find more about Logan Stark & Jack Mandaville on socials:
Logan Stark: @loganstark
Jack Mandaville: @jackmandaville
Youtube: youtube.com/@JackedHistory
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BRCC Pod: @blackriflecoffeepodcast
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This week on the Black Rifle Coffee Podcast, Logan Stark sits down with writer, Marine, and American history nerd Jack Mandaville to uncover the story behind Warpigs, the gritty, hilarious, and uniquely patriotic series inspired by Jack’s time in the Marine Corps. From his Minnesota roots to his
deployment mindset, Jack shares how war, humor, and a deep love for history shaped his worldview and creative voice. The two dive into everything from Teddy Roosevelt and the Rough Riders to post-deployment life, fatherhood, and why baseball still hits different. If you’ve ever wondered what
happens when a Marine grabs a pen, this one’s for you.
TIMESTAMPS:
00:00 – Intro
07:12 – The origin of Warpigs and Jack’s creative process
14:25 – Life in the Marine Corps and how it shaped Jack
21:37 – The absurdity of war and military humor
28:50 – Why history matters to Jack
36:02 – Mandaville's influences and love of storytelling
43:15 – War movies, accuracy, and artistic license
50:28 – What patriotism really means
57:40 – The transition from warfighter to writer
1:04:53 – Jack’s view on mental health and purpose
1:12:06 – Raising kids in today’s America
1:19:18 – The chaos and comedy of being a civilian again
1:26:31 – Building characters that reflect real vets
1:33:44 – Internet culture, memes, and military satire
1:40:56 – Creating Warpigs with respect and grit
1:48:09 – How Jack handles criticism and pushback
1:55:22 – Big goals for Warpigs and future projects
2:02:34 – Legacy, family, and being a present father
2:09:47 – What Jack wants civilians to understand about war
2:17:00 – Final thoughts: humor, hardship, and why it all matters
HOST & GUEST INFO:
Find more about Logan Stark & Jack Mandaville on socials:
Logan Stark: @loganstark
Jack Mandaville: @jackmandaville
Youtube: youtube.com/@JackedHistory
🥇 Explore Black Rifle’s Award-Winning Coffee: blackriflecoffee.com
✅ Subscribe, like, and leave your comments below to join the conversation on everything from coffee roasting techniques to Evan's unfiltered thoughts on life, business, and creativity.
Find us on Instagram:
BRCC: @blackriflecoffee
BRCC Pod: @blackriflecoffeepodcast
Evan Hafer: @evanhafer
#podcast #blackriflecoffee
