Green Star widow Samantha Bassett
In this episode the HomeFront team talks with Samantha Bassett about her late husband Mitchell Bassett who recently lost his battle with his demons and became one of the 22.
Apr 03, 2025•1 hr 19 min
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Tip of the Spear, A Veterans Roundtable 03/26/2025
In this episode we speak about the disparity of treatment for female veterans compared to male veterans. The "Tip of The Spear" was born out of a need for a dedicated space where veterans could come together to discuss the pressing issues within their community, as well as hard-hitting global matters that have the potential to impact the world at large. What started as a modest roundtable 18 months ago has since evolved into a robust platform that brings together a diverse array of voices and pe...
Mar 27, 2025•1 hr 53 min
From Darkness to Dawn with Eric Donoho
Eric is a retired sergeant from the United States Army Infantry. He is a survivor of veteran suicide and is actively working to overcome chronic health challenges from burn pits and toxic exposures. He is a successful entrepreneur, philanthropist, and veteran advocate. Eric hopes that by sharing not just his story, but the stories of the 100’s of veterans that he has met along his journey will give our lawmakers perspective on how IAVA’s Big 6 all work together to help combat the epidemics that ...
Mar 27, 2025•1 hr 14 min
Hope for 22 a Day with Kasha and Jared
Hopefor22aDay was created in an effort to help the 22 a day before the thought becomes a possibility. Our perseverance and empathy for others is what will be the strength and passion that will be needed within this organization. Through our own personal experiences, we realized that the knowledge and preparation provided by the military for their own veteran's homecoming was inadequate. Hopefor22aday's primary focus will be providing veterans and their families a support system they need right a...
Mar 24, 2025•1 hr 28 min
From Army SF to Homeless Veteran to Veteran Advocate
I’m Brandon smith, I spent 5 years 2008-2013 in the Army,82nd airborne and the 1-6th infantry division. My MOS,was an 11C mortar man i got out as an E-5 as a squad leader of HHT Spartan 1 gun and as a expert gunner for the 82nd airborne HHC special operations unit on grey falcon 1gun. During my adventures and training and travels I eventually medically retired. from the military and I enjoy creating stories and ideas and also play a couple of video games as well. I my self struggled like many to...
Mar 19, 2025•1 hr 29 min
Heroes of America and Beyond pt 2
We are non-profit organization dedicated to honoring our past and present heroes. These are men and women of the active duty military and veterans who have volunteered to serve their country. We also want to honor the families of those veterans and active duty military, who are true un-sung heroes. A veterans service is only possible by the sacrifices made by the loved ones who are at home taking care of the home front. In 2025 we have some big goals. Raise money to provide care items for homele...
Mar 19, 2025•1 hr 30 min
The Mental Health Warrior with Clifford Bauman and Pacific Tita
My story began on 9-11-01 and like many Americans, 9-11 forever changed our lives. But for me, being there, my path took a very dark turn that over time led me to attempting suicide over the guilt of not finding anyone alive after the attack. As a member of the military, getting help or going to counseling was not an option, as it would certainly mean the end of your career, or so I thought. After my attempt, I realized I needed support. I was diagnosed with PTSD, received treatment, and I now b...
Mar 12, 2025•1 hr 4 min
Influential Women in military history!
In this episode Willis talks with Andrew Prater and Clara Colburn. We discuss some of the most influential women in military history. We start with the only female to receive the highest military award The Medal Of Honor. Dr. Mary Edwards Walker is the only woman to receive the Medal of Honor in the United States. She was awarded the medal for her service during the Civil War.
Mar 10, 2025•1 hr 7 min
Why is there so much disparity between Female Vets to Male Vets!
In this episode we explore the disparity between male and female veterans.
Mar 04, 2025•1 hr 20 min
Open Forum with Veterans
This is an open forum where Willis gets to talk with Sam from Blackdog Community, Stalz from Veteran Bikers 4 22, James from Heroes of America and Beyond, and JJ from Victory Leadership Lounge. We just talk about this and that.
Mar 04, 2025•1 hr 21 min
Middle School Veteran Advocate Case Baccio
Case Baccio is the Founder of Clear Water for Heroes, a non-profit organization that supports Veterans initiatives. He is currently an 8th grader at Manheim Township Middle School in Lancaster, Pennsylvania. Case's extra-curricular activities include being a leader in the organization Where Everyone Belongs-WEB; football, wrestling, track and field; a Second Class Boy Scout, and a member of Team Fastrax-America's Skydiving Team. Since establishing Clear Water for Heroes in 2019, Case has raised ...
Mar 04, 2025•1 hr 6 min
Tip of the Spear, A Veterans Roundtable February 26, 2025
The "Tip of The Spear" was born out of a need for a dedicated space where veterans could come together to discuss the pressing issues within their community, as well as hard-hitting global matters that have the potential to impact the world at large. What started as a modest roundtable 18 months ago has since evolved into a robust platform that brings together a diverse array of voices and perspectives, unified by a shared commitment to the veteran community. The Genesis of The Tip of The Spear ...
Mar 04, 2025•1 hr 47 min
Willis and Gunny just bantering back and fourth
Willis and Gunny just shooting the breeze and talking about life, family and veterans of course!
Feb 19, 2025•57 min
Heroes of America and Beyond with James Coombs
We are non-profit organization dedicated to honoring our past and present heroes. These are men and women of the active duty military and veterans who have volunteered to serve their country. We also want to honor the families of those veterans and active duty military, who are true un-sung heroes. A veterans service is only possible by the sacrifices made by the loved ones who are at home taking care of the home front. In 2025 we have some big goals. Raise money to provide care items for homele...
Feb 19, 2025•1 hr 16 min
The Broken Mirror with 1821 Productions
I created this platform to support both of my books THE MIRROR 2nd edition and The Broken Mirror. This is a mental health platform on Facebook as well as Instagram and YouTube. I have a streaming platform for a podcast called 1821 productions, a mental health, journey and awareness. I am known as the voice of the voiceless there are a lot of veterans that won’t speak up. There are a lot of people out there who go through traumatic problems that won’t disclose because they’re afraid that they cou...
Feb 11, 2025•1 hr 6 min
Sip to Remember with Four Branches Bourbon
BRANCHES OF BROTHERHOOD, HONORING VETERANS We are four veterans who share a deep appreciation for bourbon and an unbreakable bond forged in service abroad. We believe in the power of gathering together, sharing stories, and raising a glass to honor the sacrifices of our brothers and sisters in arms and those who have supported them. Our commitment to quality, authenticity, and brotherhood runs through everything we do, from sourcing and crafting small-batch bourbons to supporting veteran causes ...
Feb 10, 2025•1 hr 12 min
Echoes of Asgard with Valhalla Viking and Magnas Stormbreaker
"Echoes of Asgard" is an epic fantasy series that follows Odin, Thor, and Loki as they embark on a perilous journey to prevent Ragnarok, the prophesied end of the gods. Odin seeks the powerful mead of poetry in the treacherous realm of Jotunheim, facing mystical trials that test his wisdom and resolve. Meanwhile, Thor battles enemies and Loki's treachery, as Loki's schemes sow discord among the gods. As tensions rise, Thor encourages a servant to seek vengeance against Loki, setting the stage fo...
Feb 04, 2025•1 hr 12 min
From the Army to Nashville and back with country music artist Dustin Collins
"Cold Dead Hands," Dustin Collins' 2017 breakthrough hit, was a defiant pro-Second Amendment anthem, suggesting the Kentucky-based country singer was a bit of a rebel. In fact, Collins grew up in a musical household, one where his father played with his uncle in an actively recording group, and his straight-ahead country music certainly shows a debt to tradition while also incorporating sly modern elements, such as a fondness for the smooth, murmuring electronic rhythms of Jason Aldean and the r...
Feb 03, 2025•1 hr 1 min
Tip of the Spear, A Veterans Roundtable 01/29/25
The "Tip of The Spear" was born out of a need for a dedicated space where veterans could come together to discuss the pressing issues within their community, as well as hard-hitting global matters that have the potential to impact the world at large. What started as a modest roundtable 18 months ago has since evolved into a robust platform that brings together a diverse array of voices and perspectives, unified by a shared commitment to the veteran community. The Genesis of The Tip of The Spear ...
Jan 30, 2025•1 hr 45 min
A look inside of Operation Horses Heal!
Our Mission: Operation Horses Heal brings inclusive support to Veterans, active service members, and their immediate families through equine-related activities. Our vision as Operation Horses Heal is to create a space where Veterans, active service members, and their immediate families can relax, rejuvenate, and be themselves. Our hope is to improve and enrich their lives and wellbeing with the goal of reducing veteran suicide one person at a time. Our services are always FREE to Veterans, activ...
Jan 30, 2025•1 hr 14 min
The BlackDog Community with Sam
I was adopted oldest of 2 in my adopted family and oldest of my side of the family my brother and sister, spent 8 years in the Army National Guard, 12 state active duty missions, 1 deployment I almost became part of Mission 22, attempted twice after my second time my buddy who is part of Mission 22 sent me a video and in the video it was from Grunt Style called “The Spartan Pledge” and it says “I will not take my own life by my own hand until I talk to my battle buddy first, my Mission is to fin...
Jan 27, 2025•1 hr 15 min
Soldiers To Sidelines with Harrison BernStein
As a veteran, service member, military spouse or gold star family member, you have valuable skills and experiences that can benefit your community. Soldiers To Sidelines provides the training, resources, and support you need to become a character-based sports coach and inspire the next generation of leaders. We are dedicated to educating, certifying, developing, and supporting members of the military community to become expert coaches and exemplary role models for today’s impressionable youth. W...
Jan 21, 2025•1 hr 10 min
Lamb Farming in South Dakota with Peterson 601 Homestead!
We started the Peterson 601 Homestead in DEC 2017 after we both got out of the Military and started a family. We purchased the small Homestead adjacent to LacyJaymes Parents small sheep ranch where we bought out Lacy's parents Sheep Herd and leased the ground . 601 Homestead began . We started off in a small conventional AG model taking lambs to the sale barn to be fed by some big feedlot and enter into the mainstream US Lamb market , we also began to sell Commercial Hampshire Breeding Rams &...
Jan 20, 2025•1 hr 21 min
From homeless vet to helping the homeless with Chaz
The FSB Initiative is a 501c3 non-profit organization that has one simple mission, help homeless Veterans off the street and onto their feet! Our President was a homeless veteran in 2016. He was in a program that really helped him get back on his feet and then transferred to a program in Delaware that was not doing what it needed to for our Veterans. He vowed to start a program that would really make a difference in a homeless Veterans’ life. Our ultimate goal is to have our own shelter. We go o...
Jan 16, 2025•1 hr 28 min
Veteran flags made by Vets with Kris Morgan
My father and one grandfather served in the United States Army, and my brother and other grandfather were in the Navy. I joined the United States Air Force in 1994, serving first at Sheppard AFB in Wichita Falls, Texas, and then at Tinker AFB in Oklahoma City working on AWACS. I went on my first deployment to the Middle East, as a part of Operation Southern Watch in 1995. While in Saudi Arabia, I received a non-combat head injury, which eventually lead to an Honorable Medical Discharge in 2001. ...
Jan 16, 2025•1 hr 13 min
Breathwork in Bed with Australian SF Tim Thomas
As a former Special Forces operator, I’ve channeled my expertise into creating some of Australia’s most impactful veteran mental health recovery programs, transforming countless lives along the way. My mission is to deliver actionable strategies and transformative insights that leave a lasting impression on your audience. With a unique blend of motivational storytelling and practical tools, I specialize in topics that your audience will deeply resonate with: Mastering optimal rest and the scienc...
Jan 07, 2025•1 hr 46 min
Healing with Hemp with U.S. Veterans Alliance
Our mission is to create a hemp based farming and construction platform that uses the growth of both CBD hemp and hemp fiber to support the CBD and construction industries. as well as U.S. Veterans and First Responders around the world. U.S. Veterans Alliance has many product offerings in many forms. We create CBD tinctures, pills and other products as well as growing hemp to incorporate into the construction industry in large scale to help stabilize the industry and move it forward. US Veterans...
Jan 07, 2025•1 hr 11 min
From the Army National Guard to the Marines with Killian Shelton
In this episode Willis and Gunny talk with Army/Marine veteran Killian Shelton who has recently transitioned out of the Marines back to the civilian sector. He discusses the differences between Army and Marine Corps basic/bootcamp. he talks about his journey with the Va since he transitioned out. We also talk about his tattoo that is epic.
Dec 31, 2024•1 hr 37 min
Tip of the Spear, A Veterans Roundtable 12/18/24
The "Tip of The Spear" was born out of a need for a dedicated space where veterans could come together to discuss the pressing issues within their community, as well as hard-hitting global matters that have the potential to impact the world at large. What started as a modest roundtable 18 months ago has since evolved into a robust platform that brings together a diverse array of voices and perspectives, unified by a shared commitment to the veteran community. The Genesis of The Tip of The Spear ...
Dec 30, 2024•1 hr 6 min
From the Marines to R.D.C. Shoe Company with Darren Davis
R.D.C. Shoe Company is a family owned, service-connected disabled Veteran owned company that was formed after the tragic attacks of September 11th, 2001. I was stringing tennis racquets at the US Open in 2001 and then the world changed. My wife Rogina took a sharpie marker and fabric paint and designed the shoes that you see today. We were approached by many shoe companies for our design, but would not sell it. Instead, we tabled the idea until we found the right organizations to help. In 2018, ...
Dec 30, 2024•1 hr 9 min
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