TBA Podcast

In this episode we learn about Richard and Ryfka, each experiencing loss and trauma, and then turning experiences around. They are both sharing their growth with others and offering insights on how friends can best support someone after these situations. You can learn more about them and how their stories turned around by checking them out below https://www.gyst-list.com/ and https://www.instagram.com/richardback8/

We got to sit down and have a heart to heart chat with American Legion California Department Commander Ed Grimsley and California VFW State Commander Michael Kuznik. 

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Jayme, Juan and Nait get together to learn more about LJ.

She is one of TBA's newest members who is doing a lot for TBA and the veteran community. Tune in to learn a little bit more about LJ and how getting the buck outside has helped her in the past and continues to help her in the future.

In this episode we have Marine Corps veteran Jonathan Rosario. He also has a podcast that focuses on the good things that are going on in the world. Tune-in and give his podcast a listen as well!

This episode we have a guest very near and dear to our organization, our Volunteer Program Director, Jayme Rice. A Coast Guard veteran, mom extraordinaire, and good friend to many of us. She gives us a little insight into what the Coast Guard is like, her hundreds of camping trips with family, and how shes seen 46 states so far and counting.

Growing up in Ohio, rugby and camping were big parts of life for Jake a USMC vet that joins us on this episode to share his transition and current happenings. A contrast to what some vets say, he tells us about his wins from the separation classes, how he got on his feet instead of going back home, and his comedy lineup so you can go support his comedy. Tune in and tell us what you think!

Aaron Markland is an award-winning singer, published songwriter, veteran, retired firefighter/paramedic, husband, father, and surfer born and raised in San Diego California. Aaron served 2 years as a Pararescue Trainee and 1 year as a Munitions Systems Specialist in the United States Air Force. Aaron also served 12 years as a Paramedic Firefighter in the Albuquerque Fire Department and retired as a Lieutenant in 2019. Aaron has recorded 5 full-length albums and is currently a professional musician based out of Ocean Beach. Aaron’s alternative rock band Self Contained recently won Best Rock Album at the 2019 New Mexico Music Awards. Aaron is married to a San Diego Police Detective and he has 2 sons (ages 8 and 3 weeks old). Aaron’s grandfather (Frederick Markland) served in the Marine Corps and was awarded the Navy Cross for actions during the Korean War. Aaron’s brother was a Marine Corps Sniper and his father is currently a San Diego Police Officer.

Aaron Markland is an award-winning singer, published songwriter, veteran, retired firefighter/paramedic, husband, father, and surfer born and raised in San Diego California. Aaron served 2 years as a Pararescue Trainee and 1 year as a Munitions Systems Specialist in the United States Air Force. Aaron also served 12 years as a Paramedic Firefighter in the Albuquerque Fire Department and retired as a Lieutenant in 2019. Aaron has recorded 5 full-length albums and is currently a professional musician based out of Ocean Beach. Aaron’s alternative rock band Self Contained recently won Best Rock Album at the 2019 New Mexico Music Awards. Aaron is married to a San Diego Police Detective and he has 2 sons (ages 8 and 3 weeks old). Aaron’s grandfather (Frederick Markland) served in the Marine Corps and was awarded the Navy Cross for actions during the Korean War. Aaron’s brother was a Marine Corps Sniper and his father is currently a San Diego Police Officer.