The Podcast
Hairy is a non-fiction series about scary real-life stories recounted by the people who lived to tell.
The first season, DEATH IN THE SKY, is about two of the hairiest days of the Vietnam Air War. On January 16, 1969 a fighter pilot and his back seater were shot-down over the boarder of North Vietnam and Laos. The series of events that followed are almost beyond belief. The story unfolds through dramatic first-hand accounts of the veterans involved against a background of sounds and original recordings that bring the history alive.
100% of all donations will go straight to a charity (4-star rated by Charity Navigator) to help vets in need: Air Warrior Courage Foundation.
You can watch a 2-minute YouTube trailer by clicking here.
Downloadable Press Kit
You can download the contents of this press kit in a zip file by clicking here.
View article published in the Austin American Statesman by clicking here
Creator and Cast
Creator/Host - Matt G
The creator and host of Hairy is Matt G, a journalist, musician and lover of great story-telling based in Brussels, Belgium.
Chief Storyteller - Luke Graves (aka ‘Cool Hand Luke’)
The Chief Storyteller is retired Lieutenant Colonel Luke Graves (aka ‘Cool Hand Luke’). He was an Air Force fighter pilot who flew the F-4D while serving in Wolfpack, the 8th Tactical Fighter Wing during the Vietnam War.
Storyteller - Ed Colbeigh (aka ‘Fast Eddie’)
Ed Cobleigh completed 375 combat missions in the Vietnam War. He is a prolific writer and author of the #1 bestseller ‘War for the Hell of It’.
Storyteller - Jack Ensch (aka ‘Fingers’)
Jack Ensch is a retired US Navy RIO who served 4 cruises in Vietnam. He was forced to eject and became a POW at the infamous Hanoi Hilton
Storyteller - George Marrett
George Marrett is a former US Air Force combat veteran and test pilot who served as a Sandy rescue pilot in Vietnam. He is the author of best selling book ‘Cheating Death’.
Posthumous - Don Johnson & Tom Pope
The heroic stories of Don Johnson (left) and Tom Pope (right) are captured posthumously by George Marrett (center-bottom) .
What people are saying about Hairy
“The Vietnam war comes alive in this podcast. Voices of experience tell the stories as the sounds and fury of their war provide depth and description to their “hairy” tales. Great history, well told by men of uncommon courage” -Admiral Jerry Taylor US Navy Retired
Hairy currently has a 5-Star rating on Apple Podcast. Here are some reviews received so far:
“Poignant, powerful accounts of bravery under extreme conditions.” –jonnypa68
“Captivating, authentic real-life stuff. Well done!” –Shawnairy
“Couldn’t stop listening! This is an amazing series of true life stories told from veterans who lived them. You really feel the fear and anxiety that these guys experienced. The combination of interviews, cockpit recordings, and the narrator’s haunting voice really pull you in.” –Laneml
“Gripping stories have an extra edge when they are of true events, and still more when those who were there can be brought in to share what they experienced. Not everyone survives their hairy ordeal to tell the tale, so it’s great to capture their firsthand accounts while they are still with us.” –agsprecher
“I’m probably not the target audience for a podcast of this nature. I listen to it in my studio while I paint, and this 68-year old woman is hooked. I find myself saying a prayer of thanks for the safety of our military pilots.” –Round Rock Express
How to listen
Hairy is available on this website as well as Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Play, and most major podcast platforms.
Contact
matt.r.graves@gmail.com