The Veteran Blueprint

The Veteran Blueprint

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The Veteran Blueprint episodes

  • From Glory Days: Veterans Edition ~ David Sokol
    Sept. 14, 2025 ~ David Sokol's journey from a Michigan high school athlete to West Point graduate and U.S. Army Captain showcases the blend of athletics, academics, and leadership in military development. His experiences underscore how teamwork and leadership skills honed on the field translate to military service. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com
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    38 min
  • From Glory Days: Veterans Edition ~ Mike Cox
    Sept. 7, 2025 ~ Mike Cox grew up in humble circumstances, lacking strong encouragement for college. He initially sought to join the Air Force but was rejected due to flat feet. After a brief, unsuccessful attempt at college, he joined the Navy after being encouraged by a recruiter. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com
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    38 min
  • From Glory Days: Veterans Edition ~ Jerred Johnson
    Aug. 31, 2025 ~ Jared Johnson’s upbringing in a small, tight-knit community influenced his transition into military service, with the events of 9/11 driving him to enlist in the National Guard and continue a family legacy of military service. Johnson’s initial experiences in the National Guard were marked by disorganization and unexpected situations, including a deployment to Iraq. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com
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    38 min
  • From Glory Days: Veterans Edition ~ David Opperman
    Aug. 27, 2025 ~ David Opperman discusses his early life, influenced by his family’s work ethic and his grandfather’s military service, shaping his decision to join the Air Force for educational opportunities. His military experience provided a foundation of structure and discipline, which he then translated into a career in law enforcement, serving as a police officer before joining the FBI. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com
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    38 min
  • From Glory Days: Veterans Edition ~ Jessica Ruttenber
    Aug. 10, 2025 ~ Jessica Ruttenber joins the show to discuss her journey from childhood fascination with aviation to a 20-year Air Force career, discussing challenges and triumphs as a female pilot. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com
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    38 min
  • From Glory Days: Veterans Edition ~ Dick Derby
    Aug. 3, 2025 ~ Richard “Dick” Derby’s military journey was influenced by his father and godmother, leading him to the Air Force Reserves, where he balanced civilian life with military service, choosing a job based on potential rather than current skills. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com
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    38 min
  • From Glory Days: Veterans Edition ~ Don McGregor
    July 28, 2025 ~ Don McGregor to discuss how his early fascination with space led him to pursue fighter pilot training through ROTC, setting the stage for his long military career. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com
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    38 min
  • From Glory Days: Veterans Edition ~ Josh Parish
    July 20, 2025 ~ Host Josh Parish discusses his challenging upbringing on a Native American reservation, marked by cultural pride but also domestic abuse and alcoholism, shaping his early life and motivations. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com
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    41 min
  • From Glory Days: Veterans Edition ~ Hank Moon
    July 13, 2025 ~ Hank Moon’s upbringing in a small Ohio town and his early exposure to a larger world through trips to Detroit shaped his adventurous personality. Even in a small town, he learned the value of hard work and grit through playing sports, which he later applied to his military and academic pursuits. His parents influenced his decision to attend the Air Force Academy. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com
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    40 min
  • From Glory Days: Veterans Edition ~ Tim Jensen
    July 6, 2025 ~ Tim Jensen joins the show to discuss how his early life and exposure to family medical issues fostered a desire to give back, but also led to trouble and the need for discipline, which he found in the military. Motivated by pop culture influences, his grandfather’s WWII service, and a need for direction, Jensen joined the Marine Corps in 1997, seeking challenge and discipline. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com
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    38 min

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“The Veteran Blueprint” brings together veterans, advocates, and leaders from across the military community to share how they built lives of strength, purpose, and direction after their service.…

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