Summary 

This week, we talked with Michael Hudson about his career as a pilot in the Marines. He gives lots of great advice for anyone still in the service or a veteran.

Highlights

• 20:49 - The One Percent 

• 28:40 - Three Legged Stool 

• 40:30 - We Don’t Hate Those In Front of Us, We Love The Ones Behind Us

• 45:15 - The Difference Between a Promotion and an Award

Episode Resources

• www.clearforce.com

Summary 

Tune in for an interview with Retired Marine Corps Colonel Michael Hudson with ClearForce. Learn how they are taking suicide prevention proactively. 

Highlights

• 20:40 - Organizational Retention 

• 28:00 - Connectedness is Our Super Power

•  46:45 - Connecting Resources With People

Episode Resources

• www.clearforce.com

Summary 

Listen in as we dive into the life of Matt Eversmann. Here we discuss topics such as the importance of moving into a new identity after transitioning out of the military. 

Highlights

• 51:00  -  Delta Force’s Secret to Success

• 1:00:00 - Learning it’s Not All On You

• 1:34:00 - Learning the Process - Advice On Military Transition

• 1:51:45 - Making a New Identity 

Summary 

Join us as we talk with Pat McNamara about his military career, his transition and his civilian life. If your interests lie anywhere from Delta Force to Ornithology to Basic Dude Stuff, you won’t want to miss this episode.  

Highlights

• 14:48  -  Pat’s Advice to Himself 

• 16:28 - The Key to Moving Forward

• 29:45 - Four Reasons to be Fit

• 33:59 - Basic Parent Stuff

• 46:30 - Accomplishing New Heights 

Episode Resources

• https://www.tmacsinc.com/

• https://www.instagram.com/tmacsinc/

• https://www.combatstrengthtraining.com/

Summary 

Listen in as we talk to Mike Kenny about his career and transition into the private sector. With an interesting history, it is likely one will draw solid life advice from this interview. 

Highlights

• 04:47 -  Boots to Business 

• 24:15 - More Personal Relationships

Episode Resources

• https://www.warriorsascent.org/

Summary 

Elevate your day by listening to Mike Kenny tell us all about the Warriors’ Ascent. The Warriors’ Ascent is a five day program geared around giving you the tools to help you overcome PTSD and related stress issues.

Highlights

• 01:45 - What is Warriors’ Ascent? 

• 08:15 - More than Commandos 

• 10:00 - The Value Proposition of Warriors’ Ascent

• 27:45 - Using Meditation to help with PTSD

Episode Resources

• https://www.warriorsascent.org/

• https://www.warriorsascent.org/application

• https://www.youtube.com/@warriorsascent

Summary 

Share in the delight of learning about Michael McGowan’s experience in the military.  From his experience in the Marines to his experience helping others, Michael brings a world of knowledge to the table.

Highlights

• 07:07 - A Valuable Resource, Vogue Rehab

• 12:23 - Getting Things Documented

• 13:26 - Reintegration

Episode Resources

• [email protected]

• https://valleyhope.org/treatment/veterans/

Summary 

Rally on us as we talk about treating addiction.  Joining us is Michael McGowan, fellow veteran and experienced navigator of this dangerous terrain so many veterans find themselves on.

Highlights

• 00:15 - What is Valley Hope? 

• 04:34 - Alumni Program 

• 13:37 - Seeking Treatment is NOT a Weakness

• 21:48 - Family involvement

Episode Resources

• Call 24/7 for Help: (800) 544-5101

• [email protected]

• https://valleyhope.org/treatment/veterans/

Summary 

Lindsay Dearing has spent her entire life giving her all.  First to the Army and now to her career on Capitol Hill.  Come join us as we chat with Lindsay about her experience.

Highlights

• 7:58 - The Wounded Warrior Fellowship Program
• 11:30 - The Transition Process is Critical
• 15:59 - Military Decision Making Process
• 22:23 - Military Experience as a Woman

Episode Resources

• https://cao.house.gov/wounded-warrior

Summary 

In this episode Lindsay Dearing walks us through the The SFC Heath Robinson PACT Act.

Highlights

• 8:05- Overcoming Trauma with laughter
• 11:40- What is the Robinson PACT Act
• 17:30- State Run Benefits
• 25:30- The hope is to enact this legislation without interrupting services.

Episode Resources

• https://www.va.gov/resources/the-pact-act-and-your-va-benefits/