You Gotta Wanna Know

In this episode of You Gotta Wanna Know, Anthony Boyd, 9-year veteran, and Tim Woods, a 23-year veteran, talk about the mindset many veterans experience during and after the VA claims process — constantly asking, "What comes next?" For those going through the process for the first time, it can feel confusing and overwhelming. But in this conversation, Anthony and Tim explain how the VA process itself can become a roadmap — even if you're not service connected right away. They break down how each step, decision, and piece of feedback from the VA can help you better understand your claim, strengthen your approach, and move forward with more clarity. This episode is just over 12 minutes. Whether you're just starting or have already received a decision, this episode is a reminder that the process isn't just an outcome — it's a guide to getting where you need to be.

In this episode of You Gotta Wanna Know, Anthony Boyd, 9-year Army veteran, and Tim Woods, a 23-year veteran, walk through a real story of helping a fellow veteran navigate the VA claims process. Tim leads the conversation, breaking down how they approached the claim step by step from establishing service connection to identifying secondary conditions and filing a supplemental claim with stronger supporting evidence. This episode is just over 13 minutes. They discuss what was missed the first time, what changed in the approach, and how understanding the process made a difference in moving the claim forward. If you're feeling stuck, denied, or unsure what to do next, this episode offers a real example of how the right information can help turn things around.

In this episode of You Gotta Wanna Know, Anthony Boyd, a 9-year Army veteran, and Tim Woods, 23-year veteran, explain something many veterans don't even realize they can request — their VA Code Sheet. Your code sheet breaks down every condition connected to your claim and shows how the VA categorized it, including whether conditions are static, involve a bilateral factor, or may be subject to future review. Tim also shares a personal example involving a claim for chronic pain syndrome and how the VA interpreted the claim based on existing service-connected conditions. His experience highlights why understanding how the VA categorizes conditions is so important when filing or reviewing a claim. This episode is just over 14 minutes. If you want a clearer picture of how the VA evaluates your disabilities and how your ratings are structured, this episode explains why requesting your code sheet can be a valuable step.

In this episode of You Gotta Wanna Know, Anthony Boyd, 9-year Army veteran, and Tim Woods, a 23-year veteran, walk through what veterans should expect if they have a C&P exam scheduled for the next day. They cover how to prepare, what to bring, how to communicate your symptoms clearly, and what happens after the exam. In just over 13 minutes,They also discuss timelines for hearing back and how to respond if the VA requests additional information while your claim is still pending. If you're heading into a C&P exam and want to feel more prepared and confident, this episode is for you.

In this episode of You Gotta Wanna Know, Anthony Boyd, a 9-year Army veteran, and Tim Woods, a 23-year veteran, continue the conversation on VA claims by answering some of the most common questions veterans have throughout the process. From understanding timelines and documentation to navigating next steps after filing, this episode helps clarify areas that often cause confusion. If you've ever had questions about your claim or felt unsure about what comes next, this episode provides straightforward insight to help you move forward with more confidence.

In this short Q&A episode of You Gotta Wanna Know, Anthony Boyd and Tim Woods are joined by a special guest — Anthony's brother and a Navy veteran — who shares a few things he wishes he had known before filing his VA claim. In just over 13 minutes, we talk about early mistakes many veterans make, why understanding the process matters, and how preparation can make a difference when starting your claim journey. If you're thinking about filing or are early in the process, this quick conversation may help you avoid a few common pitfalls.