This episode of the Military Transition Resources Show, part of the VET S.O.S. Network, features retired Command Sergeant Major Mike Hall, Executive Director of the Three Rangers Foundation.

Mike reflects on a 34-year Army career that included leadership at the highest levels of Special Operations. Now, through the Three Rangers Foundation, he helps Rangers prepare for life after service with mentorship, planning, and comprehensive transition support.

In this conversation, Mike explains how the Ranger for Life program equips soldiers and veterans to succeed by focusing on education, financial readiness, wellness, networking, and VA benefits. He also shares lessons from his own transition, emphasizing the need to plan early, involve your family, and seek out mentors who have walked the path before you.

More than a Ranger story, this is a roadmap for veterans and families navigating life beyond the military.

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In this inspiring episode of The Scoop, part of the VET S.O.S. Network, host Kingsley “Kings” reconnects with Dr. Leenette Joseph, author of Broken Ranks and founder of RLK Team Solutions. Together, they unpack powerful lessons from her book about emotional intelligence, mentorship, and healing within leadership.

Dr. Joseph explains how toxic environments form—and how self-reflection and open communication can begin the healing process. From navigating invisible wounds to setting healthy workplace boundaries, this episode reminds listeners that resilience is not just surviving—it’s rebuilding with purpose.

🔑 Key Insights:

• Understanding how trauma shapes leadership behaviors

• Learning why triggers aren’t the problem—avoiding them is

• Recognizing burnout, anxiety, and depression in professional settings

• Restoring trust and balance in leadership teams

• The vital role of empathy, mentorship, and accountability

Whether you’re a veteran leader, a new manager, or someone seeking healing from workplace challenges, this conversation will empower you to lead and live with authenticity.

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On this episode of the VET S.O.S. Network’s Veteran Educational Resources Spotlight, host Shawn Welsh welcomes Stephan Murphy, Director of Georgetown University’s Military and Veteran Resource Center (MAVRC).

Stephan shares his journey from the U.S. Army to higher education leadership, revealing how Georgetown empowers its more than 1,500 military-connected students through intentional programming, academic excellence, and a strong community network.

Learn how Georgetown’s commitment to veterans includes Yellow Ribbon participation, dynamic student organizations, career readiness programs, and collaborations that extend well beyond the classroom. Stephan also discusses the university’s data-driven approach to student engagement and the power of mentorship in building the next generation of veteran leaders.

If you’re a veteran, service member, or military spouse considering higher education, this episode provides invaluable insight into what makes Georgetown a top choice for military-connected learners.

🎙 Show: Veteran Educational Resources Spotlight
🌐 Network: VET S.O.S.
💬 Tagline: Don’t drown in the sea of transition—grab the VET S.O.S. lifeline!

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On this episode of the VET S.O.S. Network’s Veteran Entrepreneur Spotlight, host Maurice Murphy talks with Dr. Brenda Pridgen, retired U.S. Army Sergeant First Class and founder of Authentic Mind LLC. Dr. Pridgen shares how her post-service journey evolved from uncertainty to empowerment as she built a purpose-driven business centered on mental-health awareness and authentic healing.

From her early days without TAP support to finding strength through faith, family, and entrepreneurship, Dr. Pridgen proves that transformation begins when we lean into vulnerability and purpose. Her story highlights the importance of empathy, community, and courage—values that define both her military career and her entrepreneurial success.

Discover the lessons she learned through transition, the programs that helped her grow (VR&E, Good Biz, Boots to Business), and how Authentic Mind LLC empowers veterans and civilians alike to rediscover their worth and inner strength.

💡 “Every individual already has the answers inside of them. I’m just here to help you discover them.” – Dr. Brenda Pridgen

🎙 Presented by the VET S.O.S. Network – helping veterans, service members, and families thrive through transition, education, and entrepreneurship.

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On this episode of the VET S.O.S. Network’s Veteran Entrepreneur Spotlight, hosts Shawn Welsh and Eric Brew connect with Curtez Riggs, founder of the Military Influencer Conference (MIC)—a movement redefining how veterans and military spouses collaborate, innovate, and lead in business.

Curtez reflects on his own transition story, from recruiting command to entrepreneurship, revealing how his experiences shaped his ability to build community and opportunity through digital media. He shares the early challenges of growing MIC, the power of mentorship and teamwork, and his mission to keep “reaching back” to lift others up.

With wisdom earned through service and innovation, Curtez offers inspiration for every veteran striving to create impact beyond the uniform. This conversation is a masterclass in turning passion into purpose—and purpose into a lasting legacy.

Listen now and discover how one veteran’s vision became a global stage for thousands of others.

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In this heartfelt episode of The Scoop, part of the VET S.O.S. Network, host Kingsley Scott sits down with Anthony Dyer, a U.S. Air Force veteran, gunship aviator, and author of Moonchild.

Anthony shares his deeply personal story of service, survival, and rediscovery. From the chaos of Afghanistan to the struggle of identity after leaving the military, Moonchild reveals the emotional journey of a man determined to find peace after war.

Kingsley and Anthony explore what it means to go “against the wind,” to risk vulnerability, and to live with “roots and wings.” This episode is a reminder that healing starts with telling your story—and that legacy is built one act of courage at a time.

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Join host Dr. Hira on the VET S.O.S. Network’s Veteran Entrepreneur Spotlight as she interviews Jon Baldessari, Director of the Veterans Resource Center at the University of Miami. Jon shares the powerful story behind the creation of the VRC and its mission to empower more than 600 veterans and military-connected students pursuing higher education.

From the Yellow Ribbon Program to the Veteran Students Organization and community events like the Military and Veteran Resource Expo, Jon highlights how the university builds bridges between education, service, and post-graduation success. Listeners will gain valuable insights into how universities can design inclusive spaces that celebrate, support, and strengthen the military community.

This episode is a must-listen for veterans, service members, spouses, and educators committed to fostering successful transitions from the military to the classroom and beyond.

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On this episode of the VET S.O.S. Network’s Veteran Entrepreneur Spotlight, host Maurice Murphy welcomes Michael Dermer, founder of The Lonely Entrepreneur and creator of the Veteran Entrepreneur Initiative (VEI).

Michael shares how he went from a successful corporate lawyer in New York City to launching the first company that rewarded people for healthy behavior—then nearly lost everything during the 2008 crash. Through perseverance and innovation, he rebuilt his company and went on to found The Lonely Entrepreneur, a platform designed to help others conquer the emotional and financial challenges of entrepreneurship.

Now, through the Veteran Entrepreneur Initiative, Michael is on a mission to provide 100,000 veterans and their families with access to the Learning Community—a one-stop shop offering on-demand knowledge, tools, and support for every stage of entrepreneurship.

Tune in to hear:

• What inspired Michael’s transition from law to entrepreneurship.

• How the VEI is transforming veteran transition through business ownership.

• Why the sacrifices of military families fuel his passion to give back.

• How to support or enroll at TLEfoundation.org/VEI.

Don’t drown in the sea of transition—grab the VET S.O.S. lifeline and start your next mission today.

🎙 Part of the VET S.O.S. Network — connecting veterans, families, and communities through storytelling and opportunity.

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This week on the VET S.O.S. Military Transition Resources Show, part of the VET S.O.S. network, hosts Shawn Welsh and Keith Cassant sit down with Matthew Askren, Marine Corps veteran and CEO of Mindfulme Care.

Matthew reflects on his own transition out of the military, the lack of resources available at the time, and how building connections on LinkedIn opened new doors. He then introduces listeners to Mindfulme Care, an innovative AI platform that provides preventative, professional, and emergency mental health support for veterans, active-duty members, first responders, and students.

With features like guided meditation, journaling, proactive AI outreach, and emergency response activation, Mindfulme Care is helping organizations and individuals build resilience before crises strike.

Tune in to learn how this mission-driven company is partnering with veteran organizations, universities, and first responder agencies to make a lasting impact on mental wellness and mission readiness.

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On this episode of The Scoop from the VET S.O.S. Network, host Kingsley “Kings” Scott sits down with two veterans who turned their service experience into stories of impact and creativity.

🎥 Paige, an Army veteran and filmmaker, shares how her time at the White House Communications Agency inspired her to pursue storytelling full-time. Using her GI Bill, she attended the American Film Institute and created Guide On, a short film now featured in the GI Film Festival’s Best of the Fest in Washington, D.C.

🎖️ Keshia Javis-Jones, Marine veteran and Program Director at the Foundation for Women Warriors, opens up about her challenging transition and how she found renewed purpose in supporting fellow veterans and promoting authentic representation through the GI Film Festival.

Together, they reflect on how mentorship, authenticity, and community can guide veterans through life after service—and how storytelling connects us all.

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🎬 Submit your film for the 2026 San Diego Festival at gifilmfestivalsd.org

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