First Coast Military Life

By CMG Jacksonville

Jacksonville and Northeast Florida are proudly rooted in military tradition — we’re honored to be America’s premier military community. A weekly radio talk show and podcast dedicated to the stories, c... more

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How many episodes does First Coast Military Life have?

The podcast currently has 41 episodes available.

First Coast Military Life episodes:

September 19, 2025 9/21 - Episode 11: "Being Informed for the Biggest Financial Decisions as a Veteran"
On this week's episode: 21st Century Housing Purchase Need to Know as a Vet w/ Tom Reber ; USS Orleck w/ Dan Bean ; Critical Thoughts for Future Financial Stability thru and Beyond Military Service w/ Steve Strum .
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41min
September 12, 2025 9/14 - Episode 10: Serving the Community in Retirement, and Ways the Bold City Supports Military Personnel
This week's guest lineup includes: USN Captain (Ret.) Aaron Bowman, discussing USO charitable programs; Candace Mabry discusses First Coast Honor Flights; and COJ's Military & Veterans Affairs Director Harrison Conyers discusses military recognition events and veterans care resources.
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41min
September 05, 2025 9/7/25 - Episode 9: "Serving the Community after Retirement"
Brigadier General (Ret.) Mike Fleming discusses the Cohen Center. USN Captain (Ret.) Aaron Bowman discusses USO charitable programs.
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41min
September 02, 2025 8/31 - Episode 8: The Bold City Supports
Col. Budihas discusses the new Chief of Navy Operations, Admiral Daryl Caudle, who took command of the US Navy earlier this week. This week's guest is COJ's Military & Veterans Affairs Director Harrison Conyers, and this week features a spotlight on First Coast Honor Flights with president Candace Mabry.
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41min
August 22, 2025 8/24 - Episode 7: "The Unsteady Waters of Nagivating the VA Disability Process"
On this week's episode, US Army veteran and VA certified practicing attorney Terrence Gorman discusses challenges and strategies for filing and executing VA benefit claims. And we look at Operation Lifeline w/ Erick Saks.
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42min
August 16, 2025 8/17/25 - Episode 6: "Veterans in Tech: Their Next Mission"
What sort of opportunities exist in emerging technology after military service? And how do skills acquired in the military translate into the civilian/business sector? Guests include: US Navy veteran and Tech & Manufacturing Expert Rory Comiskey, and Our Community Salutes w/ Ryan Bauman.
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41min
August 11, 2025 8/10 - Ep.5 From Boots to Bots: Veteran's Taking Flight in the Drone Industry
FCML profiles former and current military service personnel and their engagements in the Jacksonville business and social community. This week's guests include Scott Forbes (Verizon's Director of Drone Operations), and Nick Howland (Fire Watch).
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51min
August 04, 2025 8/3 - Episode 4: From Boots to the Ballot: A Veteran's Journey to City Hall
Guests include: Councilman Jimmy Peluso, USNR Commander, and John Bear, CEO for 5-Star Veteran's Center.
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40min
July 25, 2025 7/27 - Episode 3: "From the Sea (or Land) to the C-Suite: Navigating the Civilian Job Market"
This week's episode addresses transitioning out of military life into civilian careers. Guests: Randall Thomas, US Navy vet and host of the "PB & Jax" podcast; and Steve Pappas with the UF Leon Hailey Brian Wellness Clinic.
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40min
July 21, 2025 Week of 7/20/25
Topics include entrepreneurship after military service. Guests: Greg Grant, Jacksonville Small/Emerging Business Program -- Jodie Biehlman, Steven Cohen Military Family Clinic at Centerstone.
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41min

FAQs about First Coast Military Life:

How many episodes does First Coast Military Life have?

The podcast currently has 41 episodes available.