Join hosts Shawn Welsh and Keith Cassant as they celebrate a major
milestone—100 episodes and two incredible years of the VET S.O.S.
Podcast! This special episode features Alfredo Torres, a 13-year Navy
veteran and executive assistant at the U.S. Forest Service. Alfredo is
well-known for his vibrant "Paisley Prince" persona and his impactful
virtual community, Alfredo's Coffee House, where veterans come together
to discuss transition challenges and important life topics.
Alfredo
shares his powerful journey from military service to becoming a leader
in the veteran transition space. He unveils his innovative concept of a
"transition credit score", a tool designed to help veterans self-assess
their readiness for civilian life, inspired by the familiar structure of
personal credit scores. Alfredo explains how this concept can motivate
veterans to start preparing early, set realistic goals, and track their
progress throughout their transition.
Throughout the
conversation, Alfredo, Shawn, and Keith dive into how veterans can
navigate post-service life with humor, community, and actionable
strategies. Alfredo also reflects on his love for professional wrestling
(WWE) and how personal interests can help veterans connect and unwind.
Episode Highlights:
✅ Celebrating two years and 100 episodes of the VET S.O.S. Podcast
✅ Alfredo's dynamic military career and diverse roles after service, from radio personality to EMT to academic advisor
✅ Deep dive into the "transition credit score" concept and its impact on transition readiness
✅ The creation and purpose of Alfredo's Coffee House as a safe space for veterans
✅ How humor and storytelling help veterans tackle difficult topics
✅ Balancing personal passions, like wrestling, with professional growth
Action Items:
- Shoutout to Kingsley Scott for inspiring the innovative "transition credit score" concept.
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Exploring opportunities to collaborate with Alfredo on developing a
formal, numerical scoring system to support veterans in transition.
This
episode is packed with inspiration, practical advice, and heartfelt
moments. If you're a veteran, active service member, or know someone
navigating the transition to civilian life, this is a must-listen!
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