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VET S.O.S. Presents The Military Transition Resource Show with Shawn Welsh and Keith Cassant

Shawn Welsh, Keith Cassant, Eric Brew, Mark Eldervetsospodcast.com
VET S.O.S. Podcast is your lifeline to success, dedicated to veterans, transitioning service members, and military spouses. Discover invaluable information, resources, and insights from veteran support organizations and leaders in the veteran community. Join us as we connect you with the people and tools that empower our community to thrive.
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Episodes

Veteran Transition Stories & STAR Program | Chris Elder & Yogi Hernandez on Mil2Vet

Welcome to Season Four of the VET S.O.S. Podcast! In this powerful episode, hosts Shawn Welsh and new co-host Keith Cassant are joined by Chris Elder and Yogi Hernandez, the co-hosts of the Mil2Vet podcast. Chris and Yogi share their unique and inspiring experiences of transitioning from military service to civilian life. They highlight the challenges and emotional toll that veterans face during their transitions, offering invaluable insights for others going through similar journeys. Chris Elde...

Jul 03, 202430 minSeason 4Ep. 1

Faith, Healing & Victory: Eric Brew's Mission with Warriors Set Free

In this powerful and heartfelt episode of VET S.O.S., Shawn Welsh welcomes Eric Brew, who now serves as the Georgia Director for Warriors Set Free. Eric opens up about his transformative journey from co-host to fully dedicating himself to this life-changing ministry. Warriors Set Free is committed to helping veterans, active duty personnel, and first responders grow spiritually, heal from past traumas, and find victory in their daily battles through faith-based support. Eric shares personal stor...

Jun 20, 202433 minSeason 3Ep. 22

Navigating Military to Civilian Life: Alfredo Torres' Transition Credit Score

Join hosts Shawn Welsh and Keith Cassant as they celebrate a major milestone—100 episodes and two incredible years of the VET S.O.S. Podcast! This special episode features Alfredo Torres, a 13-year Navy veteran and executive assistant at the U.S. Forest Service. Alfredo is well-known for his vibrant "Paisley Prince" persona and his impactful virtual community, Alfredo's Coffee House, where veterans come together to discuss transition challenges and important life topics. Alfredo shares his power...

Jun 11, 202435 minSeason 3Ep. 21

Empowering Veterans: Kimberly Pickens on Recovery, Advocacy, and Community Impact

In this powerful episode of the VET S.O.S. podcast, Shawn Welsh and guest co-host Keith Cassant sit down with Kimberly Pickens, an OEF/OIF Air Force veteran and incoming member of the Nevada Air National Guard. Kimberly opens up about her personal journey transitioning from military service and how her experiences have fueled her passion for supporting veterans in Northern Nevada. As the Outreach Specialist and Veteran Liaison at New Dawn Treatment Centers, Kimberly plays a critical role in help...

Jun 04, 202430 minSeason 3Ep. 20

Empowering Veterans: David Tenenbaum on Heroes Network & Honor Media

In this powerful episode of VET S.O.S., hosts Shawn and Keith welcome David Tenenbaum, an Air Force veteran, entrepreneur, and founder of Honor Media and Heroes Network. David opens up about the challenges he faced transitioning from military service to civilian life and how those experiences fueled his passion for creating meaningful support systems for veterans and their families. David introduces the Heroes Network, a free professional networking platform designed exclusively for veterans, mi...

May 28, 202430 minSeason 3Ep. 19

Master Your Military Transition: Resume & Job Search Strategies with Marisol Maloney

In this episode of the VET S.O.S. Podcast, Navy veteran and intelligence professional Marisol Maloney shares her inspiring journey from military service to launching her own consulting business, Secret Squirrel Consulting. Marisol dives deep into the challenges and strategies of transitioning from the military, emphasizing the importance of tailoring resumes, leveraging LinkedIn, and preparing early for career shifts. She candidly discusses the emotional and logistical hurdles she faced, includi...

May 21, 202432 minSeason 3Ep. 18

Empowering Veterans: Steve Janke's Semper Forward Mission to Support Military Families

In this impactful episode of the VET S.O.S. podcast, host Shawn and Keith engage in a compelling conversation with Marine veteran and founder of Semper Forward Mission Wisconsin, Steve Janke. Steve opens up about his unique transition from active military duty to managing his family's dairy farm and eventually entering the world of politics and government service. He sheds light on the obstacles service members face when reintegrating into civilian life and stresses the critical importance of ne...

May 14, 202431 minSeason 3Ep. 17

Mastering Military to Civilian Transition: Annie Brock’s Leader Transition Institute

In this episode of VET S.O.S., hosts Shawn Welsh and Keith Cassant welcome Annie Brock, President and CEO of the Leader Transition Institute (LTI). Annie shares her inspiring journey from an enlisted soldier to a medevac helicopter pilot and military spouse, and how her personal challenges led her to create LTI—a life-changing program that helps service members, veterans, and military spouses transition successfully to civilian life. 💼 Inside This Episode: - Annie's military career and transiti...

May 07, 202432 minSeason 3Ep. 16

Empowering Veterans: Launching Automotive Careers with Ding King

Join us for Season 3, Episode 15 of the VET S.O.S. podcast as we welcome Blake Sudeck and Angel Lotti from the Ding King Training Institute! In this insightful episode, Blake, the Vice President of Ding King, and Angel, a U.S. Army veteran and proud graduate of the program, share how the institute empowers transitioning service members and veterans to build successful, sustainable careers in the automotive reconditioning industry. Blake highlights the family-oriented approach of Ding King and it...

Apr 30, 202432 minSeason 3Ep. 15

Bill Kieffer on Veteran Career Success & Mental Health

In this insightful episode of VET S.O.S., hosts Shawn Welsh and Keith Cassant sit down with Bill Kieffer, an Army veteran with over 23 years of professional HR experience and the President of Kieffer & Associates Limited. Bill shares his deep knowledge and personal experiences navigating the complex path from military service to a successful civilian career. Bill introduces his latest book, Veteran Career Journey: More Insights from the Employer Side of the Desk, a follow-up to his first boo...

Apr 23, 202430 minSeason 3Ep. 14

Empowering Veterans: Kentucky Valor’s Pathways to Career Success

Join us for Season 3, Episode 13 of VET S.O.S. as we welcome Molly Bode, Executive Director of Kentucky Valor! Molly shares how Kentucky Valor, an initiative of the Kentucky Science and Technology Corporation, is breaking down barriers for veterans and their families by providing accelerated occupational licensure pathways and career opportunities in Kentucky. In this episode, Molly dives deep into the program's 44 accelerated pathways across 55 categories, covering over 180 military occupations...

Apr 16, 202430 minSeason 3Ep. 13

Transforming Military Transitions & Empowering Veterans with Nila Thompson

In this inspiring episode of VET S.O.S., hosts Shawn Welsh and Keith Cassant welcome Nila Thompson, Chief of Staff at Talent Ascend. Nila shares her powerful and deeply personal journey as a military spouse navigating her husband Bruce's transition out of the military. She candidly discusses the emotional and practical challenges they faced, highlighting the importance of honest communication, proactive decision-making, and strategic financial planning—including how they successfully became debt...

Apr 09, 202430 minSeason 3Ep. 12

Kristen Christy on Resilience, Suicide Prevention & Veteran Support

In this powerful and inspiring episode of VET S.O.S., hosts Shawn and Eric sit down with Kristen Christy, co-creator of the 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline and America's resilience trainer. Kristen courageously shares her deeply personal journey growing up in a dedicated Air Force family, navigating the challenges of military life, and overcoming the tragic loss of her husband to suicide in 2008. This life-altering experience ignited Kristen's passion for mental health advocacy and suicide preve...

Apr 02, 202430 minSeason 3Ep. 11

Empowering Veterans & Military Spouses: Denise Lewis on Vet Jobs & Career Support

In this powerful episode of VET S.O.S., hosts Shawn and Eric sit down with Denise Lewis, the Director of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Accessibility for Corporate America. Denise shares her personal journey and shines a spotlight on the life-changing work of Vet Jobs and Military Spouse Jobs—two leading nonprofit organizations dedicated to helping veterans, military spouses, and military-affiliated individuals successfully transition into meaningful careers. Denise discusses how these organi...

Mar 19, 202430 minSeason 3Ep. 10

Empowering Veterans: Jordana Megonigal's Guide to Purposeful Transition

In this powerful episode of VET S.O.S., we welcome Jordana Megonigal, CEO of Recon Network. Jordana shares her inspiring journey from a successful marketing career to becoming CEO of Recon Network, driven by her passion for supporting veterans and their families. She explains how her grandfather's experience as an Iwo Jima Marine influenced her understanding of veterans' unique challenges and motivated her to address the often-overlooked emotional and psychological aspects of military transition...

Mar 05, 202429 minSeason 3Ep. 9

Empowering Military Families: Chris Lancia on Grid Square Recon & Veteran Support

In this powerful episode of VET S.O.S., we sit down with Chris Lancia, a U.S. Army veteran with over 25 years of distinguished service, now serving as Tennessee's first Director of Military and Veterans Initiatives. Chris opens up about his personal journey transitioning out of the military and the challenges service members face when reentering civilian life. Chris co-founded Grid Square Recon LLC, a groundbreaking initiative dedicated to bridging the gap between military families and their loc...

Feb 27, 202433 minSeason 3Ep. 8

Master the Federal Hiring Process: Expert Tips for Veterans with Hope White

Are you a veteran struggling to break into the federal job market? This episode is for YOU! In this insightful continuation, Hope White, an entrepreneur and leading expert in the federal hiring process, returns to VET S.O.S. to dive deeper into how veterans can successfully transition into stable, long-term federal careers. With firsthand experience navigating the federal employment system, Hope shares proven strategies for standing out in a competitive job market. Drawing from her own military ...

Feb 20, 202434 minSeason 3Ep. 7

From Navy SEAL to Adventure Pioneer: Stephen Kaplan’s Trident Adventures & Veteran Empowerment

Join us for an inspiring episode of VET S.O.S. Season 3, Episode 6, featuring Stephen Kaplan, retired Navy SEAL and owner of Trident Adventures in Hawaii! Stephen shares his journey from military service to founding an adrenaline-filled adventure company that offers scuba diving, snorkeling, skydiving, shooting experiences, and exclusive helicopter casts into the ocean. Learn how Stephen's mission is to help people conquer their fears, build courage, and experience life to the fullest through un...

Feb 13, 202434 minSeason 3Ep. 6

Rich LaMonica on Veteran Transition, Resilience, and the Misfit Nation Podcast

In this powerful episode of VET S.O.S., hosts Shawn and Eric sit down with Rich LaMonica, an Army veteran and the host of the Misfit Nation Podcast. Rich opens up about his personal transition out of the Army in 2015 and the initial struggles he faced in finding civilian employment. Despite doing everything "by the book," including submitting countless applications, Rich's military-focused resume hindered his ability to secure a job in the civilian sector. After receiving assistance from Hire He...

Feb 06, 202429 minSeason 3Ep. 5

How Talents Ascend is Revolutionizing Hiring with a Skills-Based Approach | Robyn Grable Interview

In this episode of VET S.O.S., Shawn and Eric welcome Robyn Grable, the founder and CEO of Talents Ascend, a platform designed to help veterans, military spouses, and other underserved communities transition into meaningful civilian careers. Robyn shares her personal journey as a Navy veteran and the inspiration behind Talents Ascend, emphasizing the importance of a skills-based approach to job seeking. Robyn discusses the challenges veterans face in translating their military skills into civili...

Jan 30, 202431 minSeason 3Ep. 4

Master Your Military-to-Civilian Career Transition | Resume, Certifications & Job Search Tips

In this powerful episode of VET S.O.S., hosts Shawn and Eric welcome Jon Doolen, a U.S. Army veteran and expert recruiter at Movement Search and Delivery, who has dedicated his career to guiding veterans and transitioning service members toward meaningful civilian employment. Drawing from his own journey from the Quartermaster Corps in the First Infantry Division at Fort Riley, Kansas, to becoming a leading advocate in the recruiting industry, Jon shares invaluable insights and practical strateg...

Jan 23, 202432 minSeason 3Ep. 3

Unlock Veteran Resilience: Chris Roness on Mental Health, Mindfulness, and the 'You Matter' System

In this impactful episode of VET S.O.S., hosts Shawn and Eric welcome retired U.S. Air Force Colonel Chris Roness, founder of Chris Roness Enterprises and creator of the transformative human performance and mindfulness system, "You Matter." Known by his call sign "Switch," Chris shares his extraordinary journey from enlisting in the Air Force to becoming a Special Operations helicopter pilot and officer. His path wasn’t easy—facing early challenges like vision setbacks—but his resilience and det...

Jan 16, 202436 minSeason 3Ep. 2

Empowering Veterans: Jerry Young & INVets Unlock 150,000+ Career Opportunities in Indiana

Welcome back to VET S.O.S. for an exciting launch of Season 3! In this powerful episode, hosts Shawn and Eric sit down with Jerry Young, the Director of Veteran Ambassadors at INVets—a dynamic nonprofit organization dedicated to connecting transitioning service members, veterans, and military spouses to high-quality career opportunities in Indiana. INVets has experienced incredible growth over the past five years, expanding from a one-person team and five company partners to a thriving staff of ...

Jan 09, 202431 minSeason 3Ep. 1

From Marine to CEO: William Chesnutt’s 3P Strategy for Veteran Business Success

In this powerful episode of VET S.O.S., we welcome William Chesnutt, Marine Corps veteran and the visionary founder and CEO of Strategic Development Group LLC. William opens up about his transition from military service in 2021 to becoming a successful entrepreneur. He dives deep into how he leveraged his 3P Business Framework (People, Process, Performance) to help veterans and aspiring business owners create sustainable, high-performing businesses. William also shares insights from his book, "Y...

Dec 05, 202331 minSeason 2Ep. 25

How Stacey Gordon Empowers Veterans to Succeed | Life Skills & Transition Coaching

In this powerful episode of VET S.O.S., hosts Shawn Welsh and Eric Brew sit down with Stacey Gordon, a dedicated veteran advocate and life skills educator. Stacey shares her inspiring journey transitioning from a New Jersey public school teacher to a passionate military transition coach. Her personal experiences during 9/11, her mother’s brain aneurysm, and her grandmother’s battle with breast cancer fueled her commitment to helping veterans and their families successfully navigate life after mi...

Nov 28, 202328 minSeason 2Ep. 24

From Soldier to CEO: Justin Pearson's Guide to Veteran Success

In this powerful episode of VET S.O.S., hosts Shawn Welsh and Eric Brew sit down with Justin Pearson, a two-time founder and CEO of Mission Box Solutions. Justin opens up about his 20-year military career in the Airborne Infantry and US Army Recruiting Command and shares his deeply personal transition story. Drawing parallels between a near-drowning experience during a whitewater rafting trip and the challenges veterans face during transition, Justin emphasizes the critical need for support netw...

Nov 21, 202335 minSeason 2Ep. 23

Empowering Veterans: How Mission Rehab is Transforming Lives Through Job Placement & Skill Building

In this powerful episode of VET S.O.S., hosts Shawn Welsh and Eric Brew sit down with John Ellis, the inspiring founder and CEO of Mission Rehab, a nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering veterans through job placement, skill building, and homeless prevention. John, a former Army food service specialist, opens up about his personal journey transitioning from military service to civilian life—a journey filled with challenges like unemployment, financial hardship, and navigating the complex...

Nov 07, 202332 minSeason 2Ep. 21
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