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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COVID updates, High Paying Jobs and Thanksgivin...
Is it safe to gather this holiday? A training program for big money jobs and Thanksgiving memories from wild and wonderful Afghanistan. Guests: Dr. Mark Kortepeter, Dr. David Callaway, Hernan Luis y Prado and Eric Dehm.
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Should COVID kill our holiday plans? We asked 2...
Is it really as dangerous as they say ... or is this just media hype? Host Phil Briggs asks infectious disease expert Dr. Mark Kortepeter and ER physician Dr. David Callaway to give it to us straight.
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Who is hiring veterans right now?
Army veteran Jerry "J Dog" Flanagan built J-Dog Junk Removal into an empire with over 200 franchises --  and only hires veterans. Hear his story and how you find success with a franchise. Plus Joan Lynch from WorkingNation.com shares their digital magazine "Inquire Within" which looks at the hot jobs now, and the careers of the future. ​  
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The Greatest: Yoga Master, Beer Run & Places to...
Dan Nevins nearly died after an IED explosion. But this Army veteran is now one of the most powerful yoga masters in America. Plus we hear the insane but true story "The Greatest Beer Run Ever" about how John "Chick" Donohue snuck into combat zones, just to bring his buddies a beer. And WalletHub dot com's Jill Gonzalez reveals the best and worst cities for veterans.
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Eye on Veterans Trailer
Host and Navy veteran Phil Briggs takes you through what Eye on Veterans will have for you every week.
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How "Big Sarge" Hansen beat the Combat Cocktail...
William "Big Sarge" Hansen found himself in a haze of pills and pain.  But an emotional moment suddenly made him a great Dad, and one of Wounded Warrior Project's most inspiring stories. Plus we talk with Will Fischer from VoteVets.org and Russ Duerstine from Concerned Veterans For America about the impact veterans made in Election 2020.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Warrior Country's Sal Gonzalez, Voting issues f...
Sal Gonzalez lost a leg in combat but he's now a rising country music star. We talked about his journey; Wounded Warrior Project, America's Got Talent, and his killer new album "Heroes".  PVA talks about voting issues, SBA talks National Veteran Small Business Week, and Tracey Richburg shares how she went from the Army to founding Savannah Sauce Co. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Combat Cop: The brotherhood that saved his life...
PTSD took Bill Thomas to the brink of death. But after this USAF vet and career cop was saved by the brotherhood he found though Wounded Warrior Project, his new mission is saving his fellow vets.  Plus MilitaryHire.com shares hot jobs for vets and Army veteran Glen Phillips shares his frightening encounter with the supernatural. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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SoldierFit founder Danny Farrar & Inside the CI...
Danny Farrar is entertaining, outspoken and one of the most inspiring veterans you'll ever meet. But before he founded the popular SoldierFit gyms, he went through hell.  We hear his journey from the Pentagon to Fallujah to a brutal MMA fight that inspired a brand new life.  We also hear rare CIA stories from former CIA Directors, from author Chris Whipple's new book "The Spymasters: How CIA Directors shape history and the future".    See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
39 min
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WH outbreak, Ms. Veteran America contest & cruc...
Amanda Siddons is a Ms. Veteran America finalist. But she is already changing lives in a powerful way. Plus, "Is the White House safe?" Dr. Mark Kortepeter examines the recent coronavirus outbreak. Sen. Kiersten Gillibrand (D-NY) pushes the biggest toxic exposure bill ever, to help vets. And Disabled American Veterans reveal their top 7 demands for elected officials this campaign season.   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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The Marine Rapper: "World War Cypher" and why h...
The Marine Rapper recently debuted "World War Cypher" a 10-minute mega track featuring acclaimed reggae star Shaggy and 10 other veteran artists. We talked about his music, his celebrity guest, and how his video about former Vice President Joe Biden got the attention (and Tweets) of President Donald Trump.   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Veterans making a huge difference through tiny ...
The Veterans Community Project is solving the homeless problem by building villages of tiny homes ... but they're doing it in ways only a military veteran can.  We talked with Marine combat veteran and VCP co-founder Bryan Meyer and Navy vet Paul Melroy, Veterans Village, Longmont, CO about their unique approach to homeless issues, and why this program is going to be huge.   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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SEAL 6 Andy Stumpf’s life advice & Jon Stewart,...
Hear a Congressional pep rally that drowned out veterans and Jon Stewart as they announced a bill to help vets dying from Toxic Exposures. Plus, SEAL Team Six veteran and world record setting skydiver Andy Stumpf shares incredible stories and life advice. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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How a dog and a soldier save vets from suicide
David Sharpe was on the brink of tragedy when his dog broke through the door and stopped his suicide attempt.  Now they're the founders of Companions for Heroes, an organization that connects veterans and first responders with pets from local shelters. Darlene Taylor went from a career in the Army career to coaching others to live happier and healthier lives. She shares inspirational advice for Suicide Awareness Week. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Black Rifle Coffee Kingpin: Talkin' pounds of ...
Army veteran Mat Best has a sick sense of humor ... and we love it!! During our interview, he shares how he and his veteran buddies went from making funny videos to making one of the fastest-growing brands of coffee in the industry. And naturally, we discuss; coffee, guns, his 1 bulging bicep, mental health, woke folks, franchises, and how BRCC is always supporting some great veteran causes. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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The Prison Chronicles podcast, USAA donates $30...
We talked about “The Prison Chronicles” podcast with Army veteran Pete Turner, host of the Break It Down Show. We heard about USAA's $30M donation that helps service members and veteran families weather the COVID storm and we learned what it’s like to face a hurricane from Navy vet and hardcore Texan Rodney Weedon. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Toxic Avengers: Grunt Style and BurnPits 360 te...
Tim Jensen, Grunt Style & Rosie Torres, BurnPits360 founder, bring the hammer down on Congress & VA who are failing to help vets suffering from diseases related to burn pits and other toxic exposures.  The upcoming conference features Jon Stewart, former VA Secretary Dr. David Shulkin & more. Watch the Military Toxic Exposure Conference, Aug 28, 7p EST on Grunt Style Facebook.    See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Ms. Veteran America Contest: From Homeless Sail...
Lt. Yvonne Armstrong is a  Naval Academy Instructor and a Ms. Veteran America contestant. But her story is so much more than beauty beyond the uniform.  She is using this platform to raise money for homeless women veterans.  It's an issue that hits close to home --  because she's been there.     See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Evan Williams Bourbon's American Made Heroes, V...
Evan Williams bourbon named veterans Eddie Ramirez and Mary Tobin, "American Made Heroes".  Hear how after the military they are still making a huge impact on the world.  Plus we talk to VA's Dr Keith Harris about money available for vets at risk of being homeless and (Ret.) MG Clay Hutmacher shares how the Special Operations Warrior Foundation takes care of elite warriors families, who too often must face the casualties of war. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Navy Vet "Capt. Portland" talks violence, prote...
A recent viral video shows Navy veteran Chris David being struck by law enforcement during recent protest riots in Portland, OR.  In our, in-depth interview, David shares his thoughts on; the protests, why he refused to move, and what needs to change.  Plus former SEAL now Zero Eyes, CEO, Mike Lahiff talks about how Zero Eyes uses AI technology with security cameras to watch for guns in schools and public places.    See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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From Delta Force to "Basic Dude Stuff" w/ Pat M...
After a career with one of the most elite and covert Spec Ops units in the military, Army veteran Pat McNamara now has a very public persona.  Host Phil Briggs visited him in North Carolina to see how his "Basic Dude Stuff" videos are made, check out his Combat Strength Training program and learn how his book "The Sentinel" delivers life lessons for the ultimate Dad ... or Dude. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Temptations' Terry Weeks & Country rockstar Bra...
We hear how Air Force veteran Terry Weeks went from Tech Sgt. to singing with Motown legends, The Temptations.  And we talk with country rocker Brantley Gilbert about life, BBQ, guns and his  "Dog House" tribute to military veterans.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Surfing heals everything & who are the most pat...
Army Special Forces veteran Caleb Brewer shares how surfing healed his traumatic injuries.  WalletHub.com's Jill Gonzalez shares a survey of the most patriotic states and ConnectingVets' Capitol Hill Reporter Abbie Bennett delivers veteran news. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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NYPD Veteran on Racism, Jon Stewart & Jimi Hendrix
We talk about racial issues with (Ret.) NYPD, Veteran and author Chris Strom. Capitol Hill Reporter Abbie Bennett details how Jon Stewart is fighting for veterans suffering from toxic exposures.  We remember the time when Army veteran Jimi Hendrix changed rock-n-roll forever at Monterey Pop Festival this week in 1967.   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Marine Rapper on Racism, High Treason fiction t...
Army veteran Brian Collins shared how "Onward to Opportunity" rescued him from a tough transition, Raymond Lott aka The Marine Rapper describes America’s blind spot for racism, and explosive terror attacks killed the VP in “High Treason” a new fiction thriller from Army veteran, and former military contractor Sean McFate. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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