The rise of the military influencer

<p>In this week’s episode of Military Matters, hosts Desmon Farris and Rod Rodriguez examine influencers among the military community.</p> <p>While doing everything from funny skits, political rants, showing off their physiques, lip-syncing and dancing, veterans and service members are becoming increasingly visible on the internet.</p> <p>Black Rifle Coffee Company co-founder <a href= "https://www.blackriflecoffee.com/pages/mat-best-1" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Mat Best</a>, <a href= "https://www.facebook.com/ArmyAmuse" target="_blank" rel= "noopener">Sgt. 1st Class Astin Muse</a>, and actor and Navy veteran <a href="http://www.jennifermarshall.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Jennifer Marshall</a> share their experiences and tell of opportunities and potential pitfalls in pursuing internet fame.</p> <p>Rod and Des find out what it’s like to be the face of one of the most well-known veteran-owned businesses, how being Facebook famous might have saved an influencer’s life, and why you should think twice before you decide you want to be an influencer.</p> <p>Find out about all of this and more with the Military Matters podcast from Stars and Stripes. Subscribe today!</p> <p><a title="Rod Rodriguez on Twitter" href="twitter.com/rodpodrod" target="_blank" rel="noopener">rodpodrod</a><br /> <a title="Desmon Farris on Twitter" href="twitter.com/dpodfarris" target="_blank" rel="noopener">dpodfarris</a><br /> <a title="Military Matters on Twitter" href= "twitter.com/stripesmmpod" target="_blank" rel= "noopener">stripesmmpod</a></p>