Episode 7

Stories about Kevin

In this episode of Stories about Kevin, we have the following stories:

1. Finnish Army Shenanigans: The first story is from the child of a Finnish Army soldier who recounts a hilarious incident involving their dad. While on duty officer shift, their father discovered two drunk individuals playing with a shot put ball in the barracks' basement, leading to a comical encounter with some unexpected guests.

2. Australian Soldier's Misadventures: The second story takes us to Afghanistan in 2011, where an Australian soldier is responsible for crucial encryption equipment during a deployment. After a series of mishaps, including the loss of this vital equipment and an incident involving a missing pistol, the soldier's actions have serious consequences for both him and his unit.

3. Canadian Army Reserve First Day: The third story shares a humorous experience from the Canadian Army Reserve. On the narrator's first day, they were mistaken for a homeless person on the way to training due to their outdated, mismatched uniform. It's a comical introduction to their reserve service.

4. WWII Medics' Destiny: The fourth story takes us back to WWII, following the journey of the narrator's great-grandfather, a medic stationed in Singapore. He narrowly avoided staying in Singapore, which ultimately fell to Japanese forces. His life afterward was marked by a carefree attitude and a strong belief in destiny.

5. 1980s Army Adventures: The fifth story is set in the US Army in the 1980s and revolves around the senders experiences with a demanding commander. It includes a PT test, an incorrect weigh-in situation, and a humorous incident involving pizza during a tape measurement session.

6. Cyclone Preparations: The final story centers on cyclone preparations in Darwin, Australia. Soldiers are tasked with securing the compound, which leads to a series of comical missteps, including concerns about fencing and the physics of cyclone winds.

Thankyou for listening, and please, continue to send your stories to [e-mail] for future episodes.