Smoke-N-Focus Media is available for collaborations, community storytelling projects, veteran advocacy partnerships, and nonprofit storytelling.
greg@smokenfocusmedia.blog • (850) 496-6173
Greg Bicknell, CMSgt, USAF (Ret.)
New Media Journalist • Gratitude Journalism • Founder, Smoke-N-Focus Media
Coverage Focus: Veterans & Policy • Community Resilience • Gratitude-Driven Storytelling • BBQ & Culture
New media journalist specializing in community-centered storytelling, veteran-related issues, and gratitude journalism. Founder of Smoke-N-Focus Media — a multimedia platform highlighting real people and meaningful stories that create positive community impact.
After 29 years of service as a Chief Master Sergeant in the United States Air Force, Greg earned his Master of Arts in New Media Journalism from Full Sail University. He brings military discipline, editorial integrity, and a deep commitment to community storytelling to every project.
Audience & Analytics
Metrics reflect current growth stage — updated March 2026
Website
1,688 Total Views
941 Total Visitors
12 Published Stories
smokenfocusmedia.blog
Social Media
1,863 Facebook Followers
27 Instagram Followers
8 YouTube Subscribers
5 X (Twitter) Followers
Platform
Veteran-owned
Florida-based
Founded 2025
Standards-based journalism
Services Offered
Journalism & Writing
- Feature writing and interview-based journalism
- Community and veteran-focused reporting
- Editorial storytelling for organizations and nonprofits
- Narrative framing and editorial techniques
Multimedia Production
- Multimedia storytelling (photo, audio, video)
- Podcast hosting and production
- Documentary project development
- Social media content and distribution
Content Pillars
🇺🇸 Veterans & Policy
In-depth reporting on veteran healthcare, cannabis access, military transitions, and the policy gaps that affect those who served.
🤝 Community Heroes
Profiles of everyday people doing extraordinary good in their neighborhoods — quietly, consistently, and without recognition.
🔥 BBQ & Culture
Food as community. Stories told around smokers, tables, and tailgates — because real conversation happens when people share a meal.
🙏 Gratitude Journalism
Stories of healing, purpose, and connection. Journalism that says “Thank You” and “I’m Sorry” out loud.
Featured Work
Between Pain and Policy: How Veterans Are Navigating Cannabis Use
Flagship investigative journalism piece covering Florida veteran cannabis access, VA policy gaps, and the work of Veterans Cannabis Care in Casselberry, FL. Shared immediately by veteran advocates upon publication.
From the Air Force to Advocacy: A 30-Year Friendship Rooted in Service and Healing
Profile of Kerry Steuart, Executive Director of Live Bliss — a veteran-led nonprofit using holistic wellness to help veterans reconnect with themselves after service.
Nancy Slater on Horses and Humans
Feature on a Lake Wales, Florida horse trainer using Natural Horsemanship and equine-assisted learning to support veteran healing and community resilience.
Contact & Social Media
Get in Touch
- Website: smokenfocusmedia.blog
- Email: greg@smokenfocusmedia.blog
- Phone: (850) 496-6173
Social Media
- Facebook: SmokeNFocusGreg
- Instagram: @SmokeNFocusGreg
- X (Twitter): @SmokeNFocusGreg
- YouTube: @SmokeNFocusGreg
Ready to collaborate?
Smoke-N-Focus Media is available for community storytelling projects, nonprofit partnerships, veteran advocacy collaborations, and speaking engagements.
Real People. Real Stories. Real Good.
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