Brew And Chew Podcast

At this Brew and Chew gathering, Vietnam veteran Mike Stubbs shares his personal story of service, sacrifice, and the lasting bond between fellow soldiers. He introduces Queen City Honor Flight, an organization that provides veterans with all-expenses-paid trips to Washington, D.C., to visit the memorials built in their honor.

Through a moving account of the Battle of Ong Thanh and his reflections on those who never came home.

Here is a link to the Honor Flight video

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Welcome to Brew and Chew.  

Let's start off with an introduction of our guest.

U.S. Representative Ralph Norman serves South Carolina’s 5th Congressional District and has represented the district in Congress since 2017. A lifelong South Carolinian and Rock Hill native, Norman graduated from Presbyterian College with a degree in business before building a career in commercial real estate and development. Before being elected to Congress, he served for 11 years in the South Carolina House of Representatives. In Washington, he currently serves on the House Financial Services, Budget, and Rules Committees. A familiar face to the Brew and Chew community, Congressman Norman returns regularly to visit with the group and share updates and perspectives from Washington and South Carolina.

Congressman Ralph Norman returns to Brew & Chew for a candid conversation with local veterans about South Carolina, Washington, and the issues he believes will shape the months ahead. He shares his thoughts on his run for the U.S. Senate, election integrity, government spending, immigration, and the direction of the country. Veteran advocacy is also an important part of the conversation, as members discuss their experiences with VA benefits and health care and Norman talks about how his office can help veterans navigate problems and get answers. He also reflects on public service, protecting freedom, and the importance of citizens staying engaged in their communities and government. As a longtime supporter and familiar guest of Brew & Chew, Norman closes his visit by taking questions and hearing directly from the veterans in the room.

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Jermaine Lyons and Jelani Edwards, both U.S. Army veterans with the South Carolina Department of Veterans’ Affairs, explain the Palmetto Pathfinder program and how it helps veterans transition and thrive.

For more information on the Pathfinder Program:  https://scdva.sc.gov/palmetto-pathfinder-program

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In this episode, we hear from Taylor Thomas Bennett of Pathways, a collaborative organization in York County that helps connect people experiencing homelessness and poverty with the resources they need to move forward.

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Taylor explains how Pathways was created after local faith leaders recognized a serious gap: resources existed, but for many people, they were scattered, difficult to reach, and hard to navigate. In response, Pathways developed a one-stop model where 16 partner agencies work together under one roof, offering access to shelter support, identification assistance, mental health services, food resources, recovery support, employment pathways, and more.

 In this episode, Mayor John Gettys delivers a comprehensive update on the significant progress and future plans for the City of Rock Hill.

He discusses the impressive economic growth, highlighting a remarkable decrease in unemployment and poverty rates, alongside notable increases in market value and per capita income.

Mayor Gettys also sheds light on key infrastructure developments, including the Palmetto Research Park, aimed at attracting high-wage jobs in the life sciences and advanced manufacturing sectors. He emphasizes the city's investment in utilities and sports tourism, which have contributed to sustainable improvements in the community.

Engage with this informative session to learn about Rock Hill's exciting transformation and what's on the horizon.

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In this heartfelt episode, we delve into the Honor Flights program with special guest Darrell Rockwell.

Darrell, a veteran himself, shares his personal journey from never considering himself a vet to becoming heavily involved in veteran activities.

He sheds light on the incredible experience of Honor Flights—a program designed to honor veterans by taking them on unforgettable trips to Washington D.C. to visit memorials dedicated to their service. Darrell shares moving stories of camaraderie and appreciation, discusses the logistical aspects of the program, and highlights the immense emotional impact these trips have on veterans. Join us as we honor our heroes and learn more about this noble initiative.

To view the videos Daryl mentions in his presentation, see below

Queen City video can be found on their website

WWII Vets with Honor Flight spontaneously cheered by travelers at Reagan National

In this episode, we bring you a potluck of compelling stories and important conversations.