Many veterans continue to give service to our great nation long after their military service ends. Some volunteer for veterans’ causes, some support organizations such as the VFW financially, and some share their knowledge to enrich veteran’s lives. We acknowledge all the individuals who give back to the veteran community with time, love, and compassion.

During this episode of The VFW Podcast, Host Terrence Hayes speaks with Cooking with a Veteran host and VFW life member, Dave Rogers. Dave describes his Facebook Live cooking show and what sparked him to make magic happen in the kitchen for veterans. Veterans Benefits Administration Education Service Executive Director Charmaine Bogue discusses widely-used GI Bill benefits and changes due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Army LTG (ret) Roger Schultz discusses the huge undertaking to design the National Museum of the U.S. Army and why it is imperative you visit when you are in the D.C. area.

VFW Life Member, Dave Rogers —

 

• Dave describes the struggles of isolation during the COVID-19 pandemic. [1:32]

• Cooking with a Veteran assists veterans with one of the major insecurities they face, food security. [3:43]

• Dave has always loved cooking but honed his skills during his military career. [6:40]

• Dave cooks some of his favorite dishes on his weekly show Cooking with a Veteran; available on Facebook Live and YouTube. [9:00]

• Dave shares an anecdote about his first cooking influences and experiences. [13:49]

VBA Education Service Executive Director, Charmaine Bogue

 

• The VA administers five educational benefits programs. [19:14]

• The impact of COVID-19 on student-veterans education benefits. [20:50]

• Charmaine describes how veterans can find out more about what GI Bill benefits apply to them and how they can utilize the benefits. [23:17]

• Disabled veterans and their families are also eligible for educational opportunities. [29:08]

 

Army LGT (ret), Roger Schultz —

 

• General Schultz describes how the National Museum of the U.S. Army was financed. [35:21]

• The National Museum of the U.S. Army gives non-service members a chance to understand what it is like to serve in the ranks. [37:32]

• The exhibit hall and museum feature a tour of America’s history and the Army’s contribution to society. [41:43]

• The Army Medal of Honor Wall and Garden is a special place. [46:50]

 

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