On this morning's edition of the Connecting Vets Daily (did you catch our name change?) Eric Dehm talks about the latest news including Mark Wahlberg's veteran assistance and the five most ridiculous things from the VA IG report. Then Chris Isleib, director of public affairs for WWI Centennial Commission and Betsy Anderson, Bells of Peace join the show in studio to talk about upcoming events for the World War I Centennial.
Nov 07, 2018•50 min
On the day we met former Navy SEAL, LCDR Dan Crenshaw (Ret.), he had his trademark Navy Blue glass eye, equipped with a gold Trident in the center. But, beyond the "Eye of the Trident", is an incredible story of battle, faith and his current fight for a seat in Congress. In this episode he shares his story and his politics with Eric Dehm and Phil Briggs.
Nov 06, 2018•27 min
On this edition of the Morning Briefing, Eric Dehm discussed the morning news nuggets including Pete Davidson (who we only really know about because Ariana Grande dated him) making a joke about veteran Dan Crenshaw's war injury, another insider attack in Afghanistan, and a vandalized West Virginia veterans display. Then Tom Porter of the IAVA joins the show in studio to discuss the latest news and Karen Worcester, executive director of Wreaths Across America talks about how the organization star...
Nov 05, 2018•1 hr 15 min
Antietam National Battlefield is the sight of the deadliest day in Civil War history. 23,000 men were killed, wounded or missing in action. We talked about the legend of Bloody Lane and heard actual paranormal recordings shared by researcher Angela Sounders, author of Ghosts in Sight.
Nov 02, 2018•16 min
On this edition of the Morning Briefing there is a tricky lack of Halloween candy — but the content sure is a treat! Phil Bird Dog Briggs joins Eric Dehm to talk about the morning news nuggets including the Taliban members traded for Bergdahl returning to the Taliban (surprise?), 3-D printing at the VA, and goings on at the southwest border. Then Chris Plamp of Hire Heroes USA returns to the show to talk about the latest.
Oct 31, 2018•50 min
On this edition of the Morning Briefing, Eric Dehm talks about the effects of energy drinks on military service members and the effect of military service members on Iceland's beer supply. Then, Oscar-winning film producer Nicholas Reed joins the show to talk about his documentary "Soldiers Stories" and how they connect contemporary audiences with World War I. Finally, Melissa Bryant of IAVA joins the show in studio to talk about the latest at IAVA including a chance to win free plane tickets!...
Oct 29, 2018•1 hr 15 min
Legendary TV talk show host Montel Williams is back. As the host of Lifetime's Military Makeover, he helps change the lives of veterans. But he almost didn't live to host the show. He shared his journey with us and told us exactly what everyone should do to help veterans.
Oct 26, 2018•19 min
On this military alphabet soup edition of the Morning Briefing, Eric Dehm talks the latest news nuggets including an EOD's take on the suspicious pacakges, free dental services for veterans, and the senate stalling on a bill that will help vets in college. Then we talk to Beth Kubala, senior director for strategy and performance for the IVMF. Tony Lowe also joins the show in studio to talk about the latest from the VFW.
Oct 26, 2018•1 hr 15 min
On this edition of the Morning Briefing, Eric Dehm discusses the latest news nuggets including a KKK portrait in a VA office, mismanagement of a veteran nonprofit organization, and more on the latest sky penis. Then, Mark Mhley of Re4ormed Organics joins the show in studio to discuss his company's efforts for innovative farm waste disposal. Lastly, Joe Chenelly of AMVETS comes in to talk about the latest.
Oct 25, 2018•1 hr 15 min
He's flown combat missions in Iraq and now plans strikes on NFL opponents. Meet Ben Kotwica, Washington Redskins’ Special Teams Coordinator and all around badass. We recently talked with him about everything from combat ops, Army football and if the new "roughing the passer" penalty is too soft.
Oct 25, 2018•20 min
On this edition of the Morning Briefing, Eric Dehm and Phil Bird Dog Briggs talk Air Force coffee mugs, nut-kicking soldiers in South Korea, and a man arrested for scrapping copper at abandoned VA facilities. Then Aaron Childress from the American Freedom Fund joins the show to talk about his transition from the Marine Corps into the civilian world and more!
Oct 24, 2018•50 min
On this edition of the Morning Briefing, Eric Dehm talks about the latest news including the deported pizza delivery man...arrested again, a soldier arrested with his wife in the trunk of his car, and — to break up the arrests — some COD. Then General Joseph Lengyel, Chief of National Guard Bureau joins the show for an in-depth interview.
Oct 23, 2018•1 hr 15 min
On this edition of the Morning Briefing, Eric Dehm talks about a Vietnam pilot's remains, a brigadier general wounded in Afghanistan, and VA leadership changes in Atlanta. Then, IAVA and VoteVets.org join the show to talk about the latest with their respective organizations.
Oct 23, 2018•1 hr 15 min
The Washington Redskins’ Special Teams Coach, Ben Kotwica, watches the hardest hits on the field every Sunday. But that’s hardly the biggest danger he’s ever seen. Before his coaching career, Kotwica flew Apache Helicopters on combat missions in Iraq. We talked with him about everything from Army football, to combat ops to life in the NFL.
Oct 19, 2018•20 min
When was the last time you climbed Mount Kilimanjaro? Also - were you short three limbs when you did it? On this edition of the Morning Briefing, Eric Dehm goes over the latest news nuggets including Adam Keys, the triple amputee veteran who took on Africa's tallest peak. And equally impressive, Sergeant Major John L. Canley was awarded the Medal of Honor. Then we talk to Lynn Rolf of the VFW and Amanda Palm of Sport Clips to talk about their collaboration on the Help a Hero program. Lastly but ...
Oct 18, 2018•1 hr 15 min
On this edition of the Morning Briefing, Eric Dehm talks today's news including a power company in Ohio that wants veteran banners taken down, the director of the VA hospital in a fast-growning veteran region steps down, and the veteran that mailed ricin to military officials gets taken down. Then Jessica Harris of K9 Salute talks about how starting her own dog treat company!
Oct 17, 2018•50 min
On this morning's edition of the Morning Briefing, Eric Dehm discusses some of the many life paths veterans have to choose from: diving lessons, law school, or prostitution? The third one will likely get you arrested. Then Mike Barron of MOAA talks about transitioning and all the programs MOAA has to offer!
Oct 16, 2018•50 min
On this very Monday Morning Briefing edition, Eric Dehm talks Hurricane Michael, Mar-a-Lago legal battles, and how the dean of academics at Air Force Special Operations School lost his job over marijuana — without smoking marijuana. Then, Sara Skirboll talks about how to get the prescriptions you need for the price you want with RetailMeNot Rx Saver!
Oct 15, 2018•50 min
A Vietnam veteran and career public servant is fighting to get his job back at the Air Force Special Operations School (AFSOS) after treating his cancer with cannabidiol (CBD), a non-psychoactive component of cannabis. Connecting Vets reporter Matt Saintsing talked with Mr. Cobbs and he shared with us how despite passing a drug test, the Air Force’s decision to fire him is a total fail.
Oct 12, 2018•33 min
On this edition of the Morning Briefing, Eric Dehm updates us all on the mystery of when GI Bill payments will come through and other new news nuggets. Then, Army soldier Edgar Gonzalez talks about how he went from trying to build a business around hover boards to building Gold Star Vodka (which, when you think about it — hover boards and vodka seem like a great combination.).
Oct 12, 2018•50 min
On this morning's edition of the Morning Briefing, Eric Dehm discusses daily news nuggets: bicycles, vet charities, dogs stolen from gravesites and whether or not the GI Bill will ever pay out. Then he talks about War Horses for Veterans with its founder, Patrick Benson. And lastly, Joe Chenelly is in studio to talk about the latest from AMVETS
Oct 11, 2018•1 hr 15 min
On this morning's edition of the Morning Briefing, Eric Dehm and Phil Briggs talk about Ryan Gosling and The Voice - is this Connecting Vets or E!? It's Connecting Vets! Veterans can get free tickets to see Ryan Gosling's new movie, First Man, and a veteran on The Voice talks about why you should ditch your veteran t-shirts. Then Tom Porter from IAVA recaps last week's Storm the Hill event.
Oct 10, 2018•1 hr 15 min
Iraq war veteran Mikele Buck hails from West "By God" Virginia. But he's currently turning heads all across the country on NBC's The Voice. We talked with him about country music, drinkin', chasing women, blowing stuff up and his straight-up honest advice for all vets dealing with PTSD.
Oct 09, 2018•40 min
Today is one of those mornings when our segment could be titled "The VA's Latest Shenanigans." Eric Dehm talks about the delay in GI Bill payments, the closing of a local veterans care home, and Senator Gillibrand versus the VA on "Blue Water." Then we welcome Lauren Hope of Hope Design Limited to talk about her jewelry and how it ended up on Mrs. Pence! Also joining us in studio this morning is Tom Porter of IAVA.
Oct 09, 2018•1 hr 15 min
On this morning's edition of the Morning Briefing, Eric Dehm and Phil Briggs talk about military moves and jail negligence. And (since we obviously didn't get Columbus Day off) we talk about how other cities do or do not recognize the day — including Columbus, Ohio! Then Eric Dehm talks with the Brundidge family. Sheletta and Shawn Brundidge have four children, and three of them live with autism. Moved to action by the recent story of Maddox Ritch, the Brundidge's talk about safety tips for rais...
Oct 08, 2018•50 min
On this edition of the Morning Briefing, Eric Dehm talks jobs — Wisconsin accepts military CDLs for truck-driving positions and UNM provides job preference to veterans. Then, Jason Justice, founder of Justice Label and the Veteran Alcoholic Beverage Competition talks booze. Last, but certainly not least, Kristina Keenan talks about the latest news fro the VFW.
Oct 05, 2018•1 hr 15 min
On this edition of the Morning Briefing, Eric Dehm discussed the IAVA Storm the Hill event with Libby Howe who was on the Mall yesterday to witness the power of 5,520 flags. Then he talked envelopes and the Navy veteran arrested for sending two of them, containing castor seeds, to the Pentagon and the president. Special guest Col. Steven Weintraub talked about the expansion of Vet Tix and regular (but still special) guest Joe Chenelly talked AMVETS.
Oct 04, 2018•1 hr 15 min
Host Eric Dehm kicks off the show talking to Phil Briggs about the... "interesting" theory posited by a UMass professor that Social Justice Warriors should be considered veterans. Later, Eric is joined by Blue Star Families CEO Kathy Roth-Douquet to talk military families and then has a chat with USAA's Sean Scaturro about what vets and retirees should be looking for when it comes to insurance.
Oct 03, 2018•50 min
On this edition of the Morning Briefing, Phil Briggs joins Eric Dehm to talk about bears, Track Palin and Beirut. Then John Burk, founder of Alpha Nerds Guild, tells us about his journey from the Army to viral videos, national TV, and now running a non-profit. And Justin Brown, founder of HillVets, joined us in studio to talk VA and politics including Duncan Hunter's trial being pushed to post-election.
Oct 02, 2018•1 hr 15 min
On this edition of the Morning Briefing, Eric Dehm talks food (which you can now get from the DFAC using your CAC) and football, interviews writer and actor Myke Cole and hits the numbers on veteran suicide with IAVA's Melissa Bryant.
Oct 01, 2018•1 hr 15 min
