Behind the Warrior

Behind the Warrior

By EOD Warrior Foundation - Maria SchablaBusinessNon-Profit
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Behind the Warrior episodes

  • Ep. 80 - Rob Reynolds with Med Eng & Pacific Safety Products

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    Join us in a trip across the border into Canada with our very own EODWF Board Member, Rob Reynolds as our tour guide.  In this interview Rob shares stories about his career as a Canadian EOD Operator,  and his current role as Vice President and General Manager of Men-Eng and Pacific Safety Products, and Board Member of the EOD Warrior Foundation, and shares some tips that he has learned along the way.  

    Canadian EOD Badge
    https://drive.google.com/file/d/1qm421ZCwFkbc8aQgHeXJQ7BJ0erZQ0pL/view?usp=share_link

    The Tragically Hip
    https://www.rollingstone.com/music/music-lists/the-tragically-hip-10-essential-songs-97420/

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    1 hr 7 min
  • Ep. 79 - Removing the Stigma surrounding Mental Health

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    Are you or a loved one struggling with invisible wounds?  If so, you are not alone.  Join us for this informative panel discussion where we discuss removing the stigma surrounding mental health and ways that you can help a friend or family member who may be struggling.

    In this discussion Retired Army EOD Technician John Clem shares his personal story of an  attempted suicide and how he got help, in the hopes that others will be inspired to get the help they need.   Jeff Truex will share how 'After the Long Walk' is working hard to provide peer to peer support for the EOD Community through their Facebook page and their crisis line (1-888-412-0470), and Dr. Tonice Krueger provides tips on how to deal with a loved one who may be actively considering suicide and warning signs to look for.

    Guest Speakers: 

    John Clem, Retired Army EOD Technician

    Jeff Truex - Founder of after the Long Walk https://www.facebook.com/groups/1728905287338807

    Dr. Tonice Krueger - Licensed Psychologist and EOD Spouse  https://kruegerwellness.com/about/meet-our-team/

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    1 hr 5 min
  • Ep. 78 - Toxic Exposure and the Hunter Seven Foundation with Chelsey Simoni

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    Have you or a loved one had a toxic exposure during a post 9/11 deployment? In this episode Chelsea Simoni talks about her investigation into toxic exposures and the alarming rise in cancer in the military community.   

    Learn how the Hunter Seven foundation is conducting research and providing education on toxic exposure, and directly assisting warriors and their families through their Immediate Needs Programs, which provides proactive wellness, medical care and recovery and Caregiver support. 
     
    https://hunterseven.org/

    Planned Detonation 2015

    https://drive.google.com/file/d/1EpcZQb0ZHOkxxutcgFcYwkHFRT7YHMMc/view?usp=sharing

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    57 min
  • Ep. 77 - Bomb Techs without Borders in Ukraine - Lee Cundiff

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    Join us this week for a glimpse into what it's like working in Ukraine as a Bomb Tech, as Lee tells us about his recent time serving as a volunteer with Bomb Techs without Borders.  You will also learn about the great work they are doing to prevent casualties caused by landmines, IEDs, and other explosive remnants of war and how you can get involved. 

    Bomb Techs Without Borders
    https://www.btwob.org/

    Patron
    https://www.npr.org/2022/05/09/1097585032/patron-dog-ukraine-zelenskyy-medal

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    44 min
  • Ep. 76 Chive Charities - Brian Mercedes

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    Join Maria and Brian in a lively discussion about all of the wonderful things that Chivers around the world are doing to support veterans, and the recent decision made by Chive Charities to also provide  support to military caregivers.  Brian also shares the secret behind his fashion prowess and the latest fashion trend he is sporting.  Hint: It is not dad shorts

    https://chivecharities.org/

    https://www.hurley.com/products/h2o-dri-breathe-walkshorts-19-mws0006500-blue-glaze


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    37 min
  • Ep. 75 The Bomb Suit - Dr. Aris Makris

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    Join us this week in a fascinating interview about the EOD Bomb Suit.  Dr. Makris, shares his background, and gives us an in-depth look at all the hard work that is put into engineering and testing the EOD Bomb Suit, the features of the latest version the EOD 10, and their mission at Med-Eng to save Bomb Techs lives.  
     
     https://www.med-eng.com/

    Seafood pizza recipe

    https://www.justapinch.com/recipes/main-course/pizza/seafood-pizza.html

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    1 hr 12 min
  • Ep. 74 Operator Syndrome Part II - Dr. Chris Frueh

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    Join Maria and Dr. Chris Frueh for the second half of a 2-part interview on Operators Syndrome.  

    In this episode you will learn  what Operators Syndrome is and Dr. Frueh offers a roadmap on how to get the treatment you need, and information on various new  cutting edge treatment modalities that are becoming available to veterans.  

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    56 min
  • Ep. 73 Operator Syndrome Part I - Dr. Chris Frueh

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    Join Maria for an interesting two part interview with Dr. Chris Frueh, author of "Operators Syndrome". 

    In the first episode, Dr.  Frueh will share a little about his own life and background and then explain what this new term is, and what it means to the military community.  

    In the second episode, we will explore various cutting edge treatment modalities that are becoming available.  


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    44 min
  • Ep. 72 - Home Base with Patrick Smith

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    Join Maria and Patrick to learn about a non profit called Home Base, which was founded by the Boston Red Socks, and is dedicated to healing the invisible wounds of war for Veterans, Service Members, and their Families.  They have access to 21st century technology and nationally renowned clinicians who provide world class clinical care, wellness, training, and research, all at no cost regardless of service era or discharge status. 

    https://homebase.org/

    Jarlsberg Cheese: https://www.jarlsberg.com/us



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    53 min
  • Ep. 71 - Dr. Eddie Zant & the healing benefits of Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy

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    Dr. Eddie Zant talks about the incredible healing benefits that Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy has on the brain and it's successful use in the treatment of PTSD and TBI.  Dr. Zant is passionate about helping veterans regaining cognitive function after traumatic concussive events and getting their lives back.  

    Visit his website at:  http://flhbot.com/

    Two locations:  

    913 Mar Walt Drive, Fort Walton Beach, FL 32547
    Phone:  850-243-8229

    36468 Emerald Coast Pkwy. 
    Suite 8102 Old South Centre, Destin FL 32541
    Phone: 850-650-9500

    Fisher House: 
    https://fisherhouseemeraldcoast.org/

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    37 min

About Behind the Warrior

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Behind the Warrior Podcast is hosted by the EOD Warrior Foundation. This podcast is focused on a variety of relatable subjects impacting EOD (Explosive Ordnance Disposal) Warriors, their Families and…