Most male Veterans have 3 things; a Beard, a Bike and a Gut, right? So why did ConnectingVets reporters Eric, Jake, & Matt re boot their face by shaving it all off?  Phil Briggs discusses #vetbeard with them, and learns about shavers remorse, great Vet charities and some fun ways to make fun of each other's face. 

Host Eric Dehm speaks with Veteran of Foreign Wars Deputy Director of Membership Rick McKenna about the issues the VFW, and other VSOs, face in attracting new members and what the organization is doing to attract the eligible veterans who have yet to join.

On this edition of the Morning BHriefing, host Eric Dehm is joined by Adam Sandoval to talk about the 7th Harley-Davidson given to a deserving veteran through Mission: Thank You. Then Eric is joined by Robin Koval, the CEO and President of Truth, the campaign that's put a new spin on getting people to quit smoking over the last 20 years. Truth's newest campaign focuses on what they say is the targeting of the military by big tobacco.  

Exec. Director of AMVETS & USMC veteran Joe Chenelly joins host Eric Dehm to talk about his latest meeting with VA Secretary Shulkin, upcoming legislation, November being named veteran and military families month and some concerns his organization has with the politicization of veterans issues.

On this edition of the Monring Briefing, host Eric Dehm and producer Jake Hughes talk about Jake's glee at his Houston Astros winning the World Series and share some horror stories of illness at boot camp and we learn that Eric was stabbed by a sword while at Recruit Training Center Great Lakes. Then Eli Crane, former Navy SEAL and founder/CEO of Bottle Breacher, talks about his time on Team 3, how it benefitted him when he got out and his advice to fellow vets looking to go into business for themselves. 

Deputy Director of Veterans Affairs for The American Legion Roscoe Butler joins host Eric Dehm to talk about why the Legion believes the VA is an organization worth saving, and how they're working to do just that. Then special guest Marine Corps veteran and Purple Heart recipient Shane Kruchten discusses his personal experiences, both good and bad with the VA.

On this edition of the Morning Briefing, host Eric Dehm is joined by special guest Shane Kruchten! Shane is a Marine Corps veteran and Purple Heart recipient who currently fights professionally in the Pro Fighters League. They talk about Shane's career and experiences during and after his service. Then they are joined by Ray Milano, a USMC vet currently wortking in veterans programs at the Small Business Administration. 

HillVets CEO Justin Brown joins host Eric Dehm to talk about the latest veteran related info & legislation coming from capitol hill. They touch on the Manafort/Gates/Papadopolous indictments and what those could mean for veterans, as well as the latest news when it comes to legislation for programs and funding at the VA and more!

On this edition of the Morning Briefing, host Eric Dehm and Producer Jake Hughes discuss Halloween, their current success at quitting smoking, and the complicated relationship they have historically had with the "Truth" anti-smoking ad campaign, though they both are ok with Truth's current veteran push. Later, Samantha Stiltner from the Veterans Consortium stops in to tell Eric all about the work her organization provdes to veterans with legal problems free of charge. 

Some say this movie is forgettable .. others say it will inspire nightmares.  We spoke with a social worker, a Veteran's spouse and a film critic- and their opinions all shared one increbible thing in common. And it's something every Veteran should hear before going to see this movie