The Veteran Blueprint

Oct. 18, 2026 ~ In this special episode of The Veteran Blueprint, show co-host Josh Parrish shares his journey! From leading VETLIFE to taking a life-changing journey to Mexico for treatment, he joins Matt Leach to reflect on mental health, family, and healing. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com

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Oct. 11, 2026 ~ Will Mattay, a former Navy veteran, shares his story of growing up through severe family trauma, serving during the Persian Gulf War on the USS Missouri, and overcoming a life-altering diving accident that left him paralyzed. Despite multiple hardships, Will Mattay dedicated his life to mentoring fellow veterans and published his memoir, “Roller Coaster: Ride of My Life,” to encourage others facing tough obstacles to keep going. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com

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October 11, 2026 ~ Josh Parish and Matt Leach present another powerful episode of the Veterans Blueprint. This week, retired Navy veteran Will Matei joins the show to share his remarkable story of overcoming trauma, military service, and life-changing obstacles with true resilience. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com

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Sep. 27, 2026 ~ Doug "Odie" Slocum, a retired one-star general in the U.S Air Force and Air National Guard, discusses his journey from military brat to advocate for veterans. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com

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September 20, 2026 ~ Amy Forsyth, a retired Navy Public Affairs officer and former Marine combat correspondent, discusses her extraordinary military journey. Amy Forsyth shares her unique perspective on covering the front lines in Afghanistan and Iraq, managing the transition from enlisted Marine to Navy officer, and working as a military journalist during two decades of combat operations. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com

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September 13, 2026 ~ Josh Parrish and Matt Leach welcome former Navy Chief Petty Officer Tommy Nutzman to the Veterans Blueprint. They discuss his enlistment following 9/11, his impactful two-decade career as a rescue swimmer, and his current work supporting the veteran community as an advocate and influencer. It is a powerful conversation. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com

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September 6, 2026 ~ Matt Leech speaks with the first ever very first Veteran's Affair Manager of Detroit. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com

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Aug. 23, 2026 ~ Chris Ford, an Air Force veteran, discusses his journey from a childhood in a single-parent household to leading service-oriented initiatives. He highlights his transition from military leadership to focusing on veteran support through the Face the Fight movement, a coalition dedicated to suicide prevention. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com

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Aug. 16, 2026 ~ Adrienne Spadavecchia, a military child who grew up moving frequently, eventually became the first female Apache pilot in the Missouri National Guard. After a 26-year career that included deployments and balancing military service with motherhood, she transitioned into entrepreneurship to lead a nonprofit supporting veterans. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com

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Aug. 9, 2026 ~ Marine Corps veteran Gabe Krengel, the founder of Third Deck Brewing, discusses his path from a tough upbringing in Chicago to military service and his subsequent career transitions. He explains how his brewery honors the legacy of fallen brothers by donating proceeds to Gold Star families and veterans in need. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com

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