Veterans Jesse Graham & Ryan Major talk inspiration, motivation, and kick-ass rugby before the Code of Honor Quad Rugby Tournament. Libby Howe reports on the Taliban and Kaylah Jackson tells us how the Navy & Coast Guard tag-teamed for one of the biggest drug busts in history.
What did Google get wrong? Vets are more than their MOS! We talked about Google's Superbowl ad with Scoutcomms' CEO, Fred Wellman, a vet who advises corporations like Home Depot on veteran recruitment; and Army veteran Duane France, a clinical mental health counselor, author, and host of the "Head Space and Timing" podcast.
Shadow wars, Mercenaries, ISIS, are we at war with Russia and China now? Dr. Sean McFate’s latest book "The New Rules of War: Victory in the Age of Durable Disorder" is wake up call to the Pentagon and Congress. Hear his journey from the U.S. Army’s 82nd Airborne Division to advice from some of America's greatest General's to rewriting the rules of war. This is episode delivers a new strategy for victory in this bloody era of global war.
Phil Briggs talks with Reporter Libby Howe about who's getting new shoes, Reporter Matt Saintsing explains why CBS rejected a Superbowl commercial that features product veterans want. And we hear from the guy who literally wrote the book on war- Author and Army veteran Sean McFate tells us about his book "The New Rules of War" and how the military strategy is all wrong.
Becky Hinkhouse was only 18 when she learned her boyfriend Kade, a Marine deployed in Iraq, was seriously wounded in battle. He lost a leg, was put into a coma and eventually endured a 2-year long recovery. The journey was hell for both Kade and Becky, until a life-changing moment in the mountains. Hear Becky describe their veteran love story and how the Vail Veterans Project healed a warrior and his wife with powder power.
After the Army, Michael Rivers went down the dark road of self-destruction. Eventually homeless he said he did more drugs than Keith Richards. After years on skid row, he found new life on a farm. He talked with Kaylah Jackson and Phil Briggs about his rebirth, the Dysfunctional Vets Facebook page he founded and how he helps homeless vets heal. Also, Matt Saintsing explains the recent SCOTUS ruling on Transgender troops and Libby Howe shares an update on the "Shutdown Sh# Show".
After President Trump grounded House Speaker Nancy Pelosi's recent trip to Afghanistan, we explore what veterans are saying on Twitter. And is Netflix really making a Space Force TV show with Steve Carell from The Office? Reporter Kaylah Jackson helps us imagine who the classic TV show characters would be if they were in the military.
We talked with Reporter Libby Howe about the USAF combat veteran that raised $20M dollars to build a border wall is not giving up; Vetty Awards founder Assal Ravandi talks about the vets being honored in DC this year; Reporter Kaylah Jackson explains how SCOTUS denied claims for burn pit exposure; and The Real Warrior campaign helps us learn if we're drinking too much.
POTUS made his pitch for the wall, a Governor pitches veterans to retire in Nebraska and we'll hear why CVR Host, Phil Briggs, believes he forged the way for pagan religious services aboard carrier USS John C Stennis. Plus IAVA's Melissa Bryant talk about the issues they will fight for this year, including college tuition payments and cannabis.
Just why was a Marine Corps veteran arrested in Russia? Connecting Vets Reporters Phil Briggs and Libby Howe discuss. Plus special guests; Sarah Verardo, CEO of the Independence Fund and Dr. Keita Franklin, VA Director of Suicide Prevention, unveil a new program designed to combat veteran suicide.
Chief Special Warfare Operator Edward “Eddie” Gallagher has been charged with multiple war crimes in connection with the 2017 stabbing death of an ISIS detainee in Iraq. Task & Purpose Editor, Paul Szoldra attended the Article 32 hearing and explains how this is not a clear-cut case. And we'll hear from a Special Forces veteran who describes the fine line between being a war hero and a criminal.
When Bush became CIA Director, most Americans did not trust it. But he became the agency's biggest champion, and by the end of the following decade, it would become one of our nation's most vital tools. Former CIA Intelligence Officer and Historian Nicholas Dujmovic and George Washington University professor Matt Dallek, describe how together President Bush and the agency changed the world.
Phil Briggs, Jake Hughes, and Abbey Hartley explore the ball busting between the Army and Navy. We hear about; POTUS kicking field goals from Navy Football Announcer, Pete Medhurst, How Ens, Rylan Tuohy got 9M views on Youtube, and edgy-awesomeness from Army Veteran owned apparel company Ranger Up.
When Bush became CIA Director, most Americans did not trust it. But he became the agency's biggest champion, and by the end of the following decade, it would become one of our nation's most vital tools. Former CIA Intelligence Officer and Historian Nicholas Dujmovic and George Washington University professor Matt Dallek, describe how together President Bush and the agency changed the world.
Singles looking for love online and military veterans looking to get a college education. They sound like noble goals- but for some, it ends with a con artist taking all their money, and for others, it ends with getting screwed by the VA. Reporters Kaylah Jackson and Matt Saintsing share with us two radically different stories, and the lessons we can learn from each.
Singles looking for love online and military veterans looking to get a college education. They sound like noble goals- but for some, it ends with a con artist taking all their money, and for others, it ends with getting screwed by the VA. Reporters Kaylah Jackson and Matt Saintsing share with us two radically different stories, and the lessons we can learn from each.
Explore the drunk history of Thanksgiving, memories of Thanksgiving in Afghanistan with Germans and the 10 question trivia game that will help you avoid unwanted conversations with relatives.
Explore the drunk history of Thanksgiving, memories of Thanksgiving in Afghanistan, a weird story about Germans and the 10 question trivia game that will help you avoid unwanted family conversations.
Deathly afraid of drowning? Jumping out of a plane? Public speaking? Or taking the leap and changing your career? Former SEAL and best-selling author Brandon Webb reveals the 5-step process to conquering anything that holds you back. Click play and learn how to achieve your dream.
Afraid of drowning? Public speaking? Taking the leap and changing your career? Or just plain afraid of dying? Former SEAL and best-selling author Brandon Webb reveals the 5-step process to conquering anything that holds you back. Click play and learn how to achieve your dreams.
On this morning's edition of Connecting Vets Daily, Eric Dehm has updates on all the latest news nuggets including GI Bill woes and some of the big mistakes even YOU might be making in your job search. Then Concerned Veterans of America and Wounded Warrior Project both join the show to talk about the latest and greatest from their respective organizations!
On this morning's edition of Connecting Vets Daily, Eric Dehm discusses the latest news nuggets including the passing of Stan Lee. Then Matt Gutman, ABC News Chief National Correspondent and author of "Boys In the Cave" joins the show to talk about writing the book about the untold story of the rescue that captivated the world.
On this morning's edition of Connecting Vets Daily, the veterans at Connecting Vets are hard at work! First, Eric Dehm goes over the morning news nuggets including an airman killed at Okinawa by an ex-girlfriend, Dan Crenshaw's response to Pete Davidson, and Purple Hearts Reunited. Then SWAN joins the show to talk about upcoming research, efforts, and their inaugural coalition. Lastly, Stephanie Mullen joins the show in studio to talk about the latest from IAVA.
After almost 2 decades of war and millions of patriotic promotions, the phrase "Thank You for Your Service" has almost lost all meaning. In fact, it sometimes it has the opposite effect. Veterans Matt Saintsing & Phil Briggs explore what Americans should do to express their appreciation and what everyone should really know about Veterans Day.
After almost 2 decades of war and millions of patriotic promotions, the phrase "Thank You for Your Service" has almost lost all meaning. In fact, it sometimes it has the opposite effect. Veterans Matt Saintsing & Phil Briggs explore what Americans should do to express their appreciation and what we should really know about Veterans Day.
On this Friday edition of Connecting Vets Daily, Eric Dehm talks about the newest news nuggets before diving in to a very exciting host of guests! BJ Lawrence, the new national commander of the VFW, and Karen Lloyd of the Veteran History Project join the show along with Gerald York, the grandson of legendary WWI Medal of Honor recipient Sgt. Alvin York!
Earlier this year, when 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 his "Eye of the Trident", is an incredible story. In this episode from the archives, he shared with Eric Dehm and Phil Briggs details about the fight which cost him an eye, his faith, and his politics.
On this edition of Connecting Vets Daily, Eric Dehm provides updates on Agent Orange in Vietnam, Russia, and the newest veterans in Congress! Then he talks to Jared Taylor of Article 15 Clothing and Black Rifle Coffee — both of which are just as cool as their names suggest.
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. In this episode from the archives, he shared with Eric Dehm and Phil Briggs details about the fight which cost him an eye, his faith, and his politics.
On this very special day after Election Day edition of Connecting Vets Daily, Eric Dehm goes over which veterans won their races and are now members of Congress! Also, sky penis updates. Then, we debut the new weekly segment with Wounded Warrior Project and talk to the founder of Sports Clips and Air Force veteran Gordon Logan.
