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Eye on Veterans

CBS News
Each week, Navy veteran and journalist Phil Briggs looks at life from the military veteran's perspective. We highlight veterans finding success as business owners and industry leaders. We also examine topics like treating PTSD, TBIs with innovative alternative therapies; hyperbaric oxygen, cannabis, psychedelics, etc. Plus, we hear dramatic stories from combat veteran authors, discover job openings, and meet celebrity actors, athletes, and musicians.
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Episodes

Team America: Veterans covert mission to help our allies escape

Richard Porter served in Afghanistan as a Marine Corps Intel Officer. But when his phone rang recently, it was a call from a group of vets known as 'Team America'. He would soon become an essential part of a covert mission to help our allies make it out alive. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sep 03, 202128 min

Paul Rieckhoff: AFG Hell week

Army veteran, IAVA founder, and podcasting patriot Paul Rieckhoff sounds off on the crisis in Afghanistan. And shares how some veterans are doing what the administration has not. Check out his podcast Independent Americans. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Aug 27, 202115 min

No One Left Behind: Matt Zeller on Afghanistan

Army veteran Matt Zeller is one of the loudest voices on saving our Afghan Allies. Hear about the terp that saved his life and the lengths vets are going to, in order to save our allies from the Taliban. Plus the deadly mistakes by our President and the Presidential advisor who has blood on his hands. For more info: The Association of Wartime Allies To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit ...

Aug 27, 202132 min

The fall of Afghanistan

What in the hell happened? How did the entire nation of Afghanistan fall back into Taliban control? Former Ranger and Journalist Jack Murphy shares his insight and first-hand experience. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Aug 20, 202114 min

Get ‘em Out Now! IAVA fires back at Biden

Navy veteran Tom Porter deployed to Afghanistan and is now VP Government Affairs, for Iraq Afghanistan Veterans of America (IAVA). He explains what the administration got wrong, what they need to do now, and why it’s life or death for our allies. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Aug 20, 202126 min

SF vet Herb Thompson on the fall of AFG

After multiple combat tours, Green Beret Herb Thompson knows what Afghanistan was like. As the author of “The Transition Mission” he shares key takeaways for veterans to remember as they watch the nation fall back under Taliban rule To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Aug 20, 202116 min

Brazilian Jiu Jitsu master Rickson Gracie

His family is the origin of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and World Champion Rickson Gracie is considered the greatest fighter of all time. He talked about his new book, "Breathe: A life in Flow" and reveals how this martial art form is changing lives. Plus we discuss his epic past and why Jiu-Jitsu is studied by everyone from elite military units to veterans around the world. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ...

Aug 06, 202149 min

Why our plan failed in Afghanistan

Army veteran and DoD Intelligence Contractor, Pete A. Turner spent years outside the wire meeting with Afghan locals, leaders, and military officials. His recent article "Losing Afghanistan, Robert Gates Folly" explains how our failure can be traced all the way up to the former SECDEF. Hear exactly what it was like on the ground and some crucial mistakes that cost us more than just a battle. Pete Turner hosts The Break It Down Show podcast. To learn more about listener data and our privacy pract...

Jul 30, 202128 min

Why the military should burn it's weed policy

Former Naval Officer Thibaut Delloue says military policy on cannabis is ALL wrong! He shares the injustice he's witnessed, the dangerous double standard of alcohol, the ugly truth about military sexual assaults, and how getting marijuana wrong creates problems for veterans. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jul 30, 202124 min

The Black Rifle Coffee Controversy!

Cofffee, Guns and Spec Ops loving Black Rifle Coffee Company is under attack ... from a portion of their own conservative customers. SF veteran Jack Murphy discusses his latest article "The Great Vet Bro Coffee War of 2021". Hear how an interview with the NY Times and hating on the Proud Boys is turning into a dumpster fire that could cost them a latte customers. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad c...

Jul 23, 202125 min

How to become an app developer

USAF veteran Janelle Fields went from unemployed to developing apps for USAA thanks to the software company Sales Force. Hear how she got her training and credentials all online ... and all for free. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jul 23, 202112 min

Workshops for Warriors: Rebuilding America with Vets

Want a job starting at 60K? Workshops for Warriors in San Diego, CA can certify veterans in welding, machining, and other high-paying skilled trades in 4 months. Hear Navy veteran Hernan Luis y Prado and USMC vet Sean Weaver describe this awesome program. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jul 23, 202119 min

March On! A Veterans Travel Guide

Navy veteran, writer, historian, and beer lover Michael Embrich talks about his book "March On! A Veterans Travel Guide". He shares cities to visit, historical sites, stuff to do, and great veteran-owned breweries! This book is something you'll definitely want to get for your next summer road trip! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jul 16, 202135 min

Project Recover: Finding MIAs from the jungles to the ocean

Marine Corps veteran Derek Abbey discovers crash sites and then brings our MIA service members home. He shares incredible stories from being a fighter pilot to diving for wreckage deep in the Pacific Ocean. And how Project Recover discovers a legacy that offers a lasting impact for many generations. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jul 09, 202147 min

Navy SEAL Chief (Ret.) Eddie Gallagher: “The Man in the Arena”

A photo with a dead ISIS fighter, a murder trial that sent shock waves to the White House, Navy SEAL Chief Eddie Gallagher’s story illustrates the ugly reality of war. In this interview he shares his story, details from his book “The Man in the Arena: From Fighting ISIS to Fighting for my Freedom” and offers a glimpse into the biggest clash within the Navy SEAL community. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about ...

Jul 02, 20211 hr 5 min

Marijuana Meds: AMVETS hosts major cannabis event

It’s not about getting high, it’s about saving lives! We examine AMVETS' Alternative Healthcare Summit, a virtual event on Sunday, June 27. These veterans; shatter misconceptions about weed, explain why Feds keep it illegal and how pot policy fuels modern slavery. Guests: Wanda James, Simply Pure CEO, Etienne Fontan, Berkley Patients Group, and AMVETS’ Chief Medical Officer Cherissa Jackson. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-poli...

Jun 25, 202147 min

A closer look at VA’s LGBTQ program

Gender confirmation surgery, hormone therapy, gender-affirming prosthetic devices? We talked with Dr. Tiffany Lange, VHA Clinical Psychologist about the support they offer LGBTQ veterans and the services they offer within the “PRIDE in all who served” program. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jun 25, 202117 min

Operation Protect Democracy: The General’s fight for our rights

Elections need protection. But who can stop politicians from passing bullsh#! laws? Or fix the process? We get deep with USMC Gen. (Ret) Tony Zinni, Count Every Hero.org Co-Chair as he lays out the 6-point attack plan of Operation Protect Democracy. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jun 18, 202147 min

Fighting the ruthless hackers behind ransomware attacks

Who is behind the attacks? Is our power grid safe? We asked Army veteran Jason Crabtree, former Army Cyber Command, Senior Advisor, and CEO of cybersecurity firm QOMPLX, if they can be stopped. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jun 11, 202131 min

How “The Power of Awareness” can save your life

Can you spot a threat in a crowded store? Would you know what to do if they approached you? Air Force Spec Ops veteran and best-selling author Dan Schilling shares how we can all use the tactics of elite military and intelligence operators. Check out his new book “The Power of Awareness: And other secrets from the world’s foremost spies, detectives, and special operators on how to stay safe and save your life” To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyi...

Jun 11, 202121 min

Badass Book: "Baghdad Underground Railroad"

Army veteran (Ret) Col. Steve Miska offers a stunning, first-person account of how he and his teammates established an underground railroad for dozens of Iraqi interpreters to escape “death squads” and get to the US after risking it all to help our forces win the fight. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jun 04, 202141 min

UPDATE: VA reopens claims for Vietnam vets

The Department of Veterans Affairs announced it will adjudicate claims for veterans who served offshore during the Vietnam War. Rashmi Matarese, Senior Advisor at Veterans Benefits Administration explains. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jun 04, 202111 min

Roll to Remember: AMVETS, 100K Bikers in DC

Did the Pentagon turn its back on veterans this Memorial Day? Joe Chenelly, AMVETS talks about how the nation's largest motorcycle demonstration is radically different this year, but the mission remains the same. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

May 28, 202119 min

Healing Wounds: Incredible memoir from Vietnam War nurse

Diane Carlson Evans shares powerful stories from the front lines in Vietnam and how she later battled Congress and founded the Women’s Vietnam War Memorial in Washington DC. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

May 28, 202128 min

Gary Sinise, Steve Buscemi and The National Memorial Day Concert

Host Gary Sinise talks about veterans and Lt. Dan. Acclaimed actor Steve Buscemi describes his time as an NYC firefighter. The National Memorial Day Concert airs Sunday, May 30 on PBS. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

May 28, 202120 min

Hell yeah! Tribute to my buddy Ronnie

From stage diving at Offspring to a naked backyard bash, my buddy Ronnie will forever be a legend. Hear a tribute that captures the meaning of Memorial Day and celebrates the life of a friend! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

May 28, 202126 min

Project Resiliency: Warriors, Healer and Def Leppard drummer

Marine Corps vet John Roberts, musician Lauren Monroe, and iconic drummer Rick Allen talk about Project Resiliency and the incredible ways they live the program's mantra "mind, body, and drum." To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

May 21, 202142 min

Beer, Bud and my bro’s Bipolar journey

When my Army vet buddy and fellow journalist Matt Saintsing revealed his bipolar diagnosis on social media, I called him right away. This is our honest conversation about mental health, cannabis, and beer. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

May 21, 202130 min

Veteran Staffing Network can find jobs for vets right now!

Way more than just a job board, Army veteran David Muir Jr. explains how VSN can place veterans directly into their next career. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

May 07, 202115 min

Serving Together Project: They can help vets with everything!

Ann Mazur, CEO of Every Mind, explains how the Serving Together Project is dedicated to helping all vets with employment, food, shelter, mental health … they can even get you a computer. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

May 07, 202114 min
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