Eye on Veterans
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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Eagles legend Joe Walsh talks VetsAid 2021 "The...
Guitar legend Joe Walsh is back with VetsAid 2021 on Dec 18. We talked with him about the show, who he's jamming with (including a member of The Beatles), and why his veteran connection is so personal. The show will be streamed through Dec 25. Over the last 5 years, VetsAid concerts have raised $1.8M for veteran charities.
Get tickets at VetsAid.org
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Toll free "Independence Line" helps Afghan allies
Dr. Keita Franklin, Loyal Source Government Services, Chief Clinical Officer shares how a new toll-free phone number called “The Independence Line” is ready to assist Afghan refugees with all the things they need to start their new life in America. 1-855-341-5456
8 min
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VA gave her drugs, HBOT gave her life back
Margaux Donoghue deployed to Iraq twice. She sustained head trauma from an IED attack, PTSD from witnessing others die, eventually developing Bells Palsy. After brain surgery failed to help, VA docs prescribed mountains of meds. But she swears what saved her life back was Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy and a trip to the South Pole.
23 min
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Is Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy the cure for TBIs?...
Almost a million vets suffered head trauma in Iraq and Afghanistan. All evidence suggests Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy heals the injured brain. Dr. Robert Beckman, TreatNow dot org Founder, shares successful case studies and warns that by ignoring HBOT, the scientific community and our government is wasting time, money, and lives.
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Attn: Veteran Entrepreneurs, This contest is fo...
“From Service to Start-Up” is a contest where aspiring veteran entrepreneurs can win $100,000 from USAA and Bunker Labs. We talk with Army veteran and IT business founder AJ Orr and USAF Maj (Ret) Mike Kelly from USAA about contest details. Make your dreams of owning a business a reality!
9 min
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War By Other Means: A General in the Trump Whit...
In this new book, Retired Army Lt. General Keith Kellogg shares what it was like being one of President Trump's advisors on National Security for his entire term and offers vivid details on Afghanistan, COVID, and the Capitol riots. Find his book here “War by other means … A General in the Trump White House”
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How you doin’ Turkey? Army vet Bruce Evans, Cap...
After leaving the Army, Bruce Evans became a restaurant franchise development manager. And while the national chain of Capriotti’s Sub Shops is best known for great Italian subs and cheesesteaks, they got their start with a Thanksgiving essential.
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Pumpkin Pie, Coffee or Die: Josh Skovlund is jo...
With punchy headlines and gritty details, Josh Skovlund writes stories about vets, first responders, and crime for Black Rifle Coffee’s online magazine "Coffee or Die". Hear how he went from Army Ranger to EMT to covering the Minneapolis riots from the front lines. Plus, how his method of making a cup of Joe sounds like something straight out of Breaking Bad.
35 min
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Craft Beer: USAF vet pushes the limits of Glute...
Logan Bonney is going way beyond beer. Merging things like cider, hops, cinnamon, and Szechuan peppers? His gluten-free craft beers pack huge flavor and a high-octane punch. Hear how he founded “Anything But Beer” Restaurant and Tap Room after studying at the Institute for Veterans and Military Families at Syracuse University.
8 min
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"The Rifle" one of the best WWII memoirs ever
When Marine Corps veteran Andrew Biggio placed his vintage M1 rifle in the hands of WWII combat vets, it inspired a collection of some of the best WWII stories ever told. We talked with him about his best-selling book “The Rifle”.
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Toxic Update: Who can help vets sick from burn ...
To honor Veterans Day we asked Sen. Jon Tester, Rep. Mark Takano, and VHA’s Jon M Jensen for updates on laws and care for those suffering from toxic exposure. But Bart Stichman offered something that can actually help vets right now! Hear how National Veterans Legal Service Program is fighting for vets with the new Burn Pit Claims Assistance Program. For more go to nvlsp.org
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The new veteran podcast you must hear!
A new podcast series “American Veteran: Unforgettable Stories” delivers incredible stories from WWII to today. Told by the veterans who lived them, we talked with series narrator Marine Corps veteran Phil Klay about what makes this one of the greatest veteran podcasts ever made. From the PBS 4-part series American Veteran.
20 min
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How veterans can land a career in computer soft...
Army veteran Geralyn Hall went from being an admin officer to a career in customer applications software with Salesforce. But she didn't have to become a software engineer. She discovered the Salesforce Fellowship Program, and a paid internship through Hiring Our Heroes dot org.
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Why SEAL veteran Eli Crane wants your vote
Meet Eli Crane- a former Navy SEAL, business owner, Shark Tank guest, and a tat-covered Republican candidate for Congress in Arizona. We talked for an hour and he shared everything from his rough road to becoming a SEAL to founding Bottle Breacher. And we went deep into issues like border security, national security, woke culture, sex trafficking, and election fraud/reform. Safety off, click, play.
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Halloween!! The Ghosts of Bloody Lane
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. From the podcast VetStory, by Phil Briggs.
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PBS premieres 4-part series “American Veteran”
What is it like to be a veteran? A new four-part PBS series “American Veteran” answers the question brilliantly every Tuesday night Oct 26-Nov 16. Consulting producer, Army veteran, and award-winning journalist Kelly Kennedy shares why this documentary is so powerful. Plus, we hear segments from the show including gripping stories from WWII to today and USMC veteran turned celebrity Drew Carey.
21 min
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The life and legacy of Gen. Colin Powell
After the death of General Colin Powell, we talked with author Dr. Jeffery Matthews about his life and legacy, documented in the book, “Colin Powell: Imperfect Patriot”. He shares a glimpse of how Powell's upbringing made him a gifted leader and we discuss the controversies including Iran Contra and the WMDs of Iraq.
24 min
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Ambush in Africa, Army lies and a Goldstar wido...
In her book “Sacrifice” Gold Star widow Michelle Black reveals the story of Staff Sgt. Bryan Black and the Special Forces mission in Niger that ended in tragedy. She reveals how Army officers pushed a false story to explain the deaths of four Green Berets. More than just a memoir, her story offers inspiration for everyone. See more
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Mission Roll Call: Fighting Bureaucracy, Helpin...
Patrick Griffith is an Army combat vet and former EOD tech who served in Afghanistan. He now leads the veteran support organization, Mission Roll Call. He talked about how they’re fighting to ensure that mental health programs built to help vets thrive, get the funding they need to stay alive.
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Military, Politics & Why vets are p%$$!d off
Air Force veteran, retired Maj. Sam Peters breaks down Gen. Mark Milley's recent testimony before Congress and explains why so many vets are pissed at the military brass playing politics and appearing in book scandals. Peters who is currently a candidate for Congress in Nevada outlines why vets deserve more accountability and real answers about Afghanistan.
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AMVETS Nat Commander: "More than just a bar"
AMVETS' new National Commander is Navy veteran Greg Heun, a salty sailor with Kentucky roots. He shares his vision for the next year, how to combat suicide and why the post canteen is way more than just a bar ... it can save lives.
20 min
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Are vets addicted to disability checks? New boo...
Army veteran Lt. Col (Ret.) Daniel Gade lost a leg in Iraq. But his new book will shock his fellow vets who collect benefits for everything from ED to PTSD. “Wounding Warriors: How Bad Policy is making vets sicker and poorer” confronts a system that rewards vets for being sick forever and links current policy to the veteran suicide epidemic.
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Life advice from SEAL 6 vet Andy Stumpf
Andy Stumpf is a veteran of the elite counter-terrorism unit, SEAL Team Six, and holds world records for skydiving from over 36,000 feet in a wingsuit. In our in-depth interview, he talks about his career, dysfunction in the Spec Ops community and delivers life advice like a zen master. Check out his badass podcast "Cleared Hot"
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Remembering 9/11: Army veteran Danny Farrar on ...
Danny Farrar is the founder of Soldier Fit gyms, an MMA fighter, father, and a proud Army combat veteran. On September 11th, he was stationed in DC with the "Old Guard" which is best known for ceremonial duties and escorting the President. Farrar shared how the events of that day would impact him and change his life forever.
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Toxic 20 Part II: Rep. Takano, will Congress ho...
For two toxic decades veterans have been dying from diseases related to burn pits and other toxins they encountered while deployed. Will Congress finally force the VA to give our warfighters the care and benefits, they deserve? We asked Representative Mark Takano (D-CA) Chairman, House Veterans Affairs Committee.
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