2 Vets Upstate

Andrea and Roger talk about changes at the VA, a national emergency declaration that will hurt military families (in addition to our values), and the importance of providing equal access to college education for enlisted servicemembers. There is also a lot of laughing in this episode...a LOT.

This week, Andrea podcasts while driving as she and Roger welcome Malia Du Mont of Bard College. They talk about living your college dream, outranking your Reserve self as a civilian, and the best meal in CNY. They also talk about the loss of one of Upstate's own, Senior Chief Shannon Kent, of Pine Plains.

In our first show of the new year, we talk about changes in our lives, the year ahead for veterans, and the importance of off-year elections. Also, the finer points of ice fishing. Join us!

Andrea and Roger join Derek Coy of the NYS Health Foundation for a live show in New York City. The crew discuss season 1 in review and look ahead to season 2

Andrea and Roger take a look back at Season 1 of the podcast and welcome special guest Chris Gibson, former Congressman from NY-19. They also talk about infrastructure decisions in Syracuse, servicewomen health studies, and the Blue Water Navy bill's immediate future in Congress.

Clip: Roger on Government Failing Veterans by 2 Vets Upstate

Andrea and Roger talk about the shocking, public failures of the Veterans Benefit Administration. Also Happy Hanukkah, a welcome home to a Korean War vet, and a reminder to reach out this holiday season.

Kate Germano joins us on the podcast to talk about her life, what's next, and how we stand up and fight for the institutions that we love.

We are live from the Baseball Hall of Fame in Cooperstown, NY! We talk with representatives from the NY Division of Veterans Affairs, American Legion, and VFW. Plus, we get to see some unique military and veteran-related artifacts at the HOF. Please excuse the sound quality - this is our first live episode!

Antonio Delgado, Democrat candidate for New York's 19th Congressional District, joins Andrea and Roger to talk about his plan for upstate veterans and a wide range of topics. He also helps settle an ice cream score.

Alexander McCoy talks about the evolution from advocacy to mobilizing to organizing, and why it matters.

Andrea and Roger are joined by USMC vet and Common Defense organizer Alexander McCoy to talk about real people running for office, the need for more people *not* to run for office, and an overview of the things to watch for during the mid-term elections.

No trauma is better than any trauma - and we must stop treating this conversation in such a way. Caring for yourself is always the right answer.

Clip: REGISTER TO VOTE IN NEW YORK by 2 Vets Upstate

Dealing With Trauma by 2 Vets Upstate

Clip: Andrea on Advice for Women Veteran Writers by 2 Vets Upstate

Clip: Roger on how we talk about Sexual Assault by 2 Vets Upstate

Telling the Stories of Women Veterans by 2 Vets Upstate

Andrea and Roger share how 9/11 shaped them, how it shapes New Yorkers, and how it shapes veterans - and the hope it can still offer us.

Clip: 5 Righteous Minutes with Pam Campos-Palma by 2 Vets Upstate

Clip: Pam Campos-Palma on The Politics of Memory by 2 Vets Upstate

Clip: Pam Campos-Palma on Civic Engagement for Military Servicemembers by 2 Vets Upstate

Building, Sharing, and Shifting Power with Pam Campos-Palma by 2 Vets Upstate

Clip: Life Advice from Adam Weinstein by 2 Vets Upstate

Clip: Adam Weinstein on the Shadow VA by 2 Vets Upstate

Resolved: Where Does Upstate New York Start? by 2 Vets Upstate

Veterans, The VA, and The Press with Adam Weinstein by 2 Vets Upstate

Andrea & Roger discuss the special relationship between veterans and the press, the importance of good parents, and Andrea's recent Times Union op ed on the importance of immigrants to America.

Episode 6 Highlight: GI Bill Restrictions by 2 Vets Upstate

Episode 6 Highlight: Asian Jumping Dirt by 2 Vets Upstate

We talk GI Bill restrictions, getting your life saved, and saving the lives of others. Our guest is Matt Zeller, founder of No One Left Behind. Join us for his amazing story.

Episode 4 Highlight: Veterans Rolling up their Sleeves by 2 Vets Upstate

From the latest episode of #2VetsUpstate, a snippet from Roger Misso on staying strong despite the bad news and tough times.

We welcome our first elected official to the show, Assemblywoman Pamela Hunter (NY-128). We talk about the recent New York federal primaries, burn pit legislation, the Supreme Court, and standing up for what you believe in despite tough times.

With special guest Aaron Gladd, candidate for NY State Senate in District 43. We talk about voting, water security, $ in politics, and the American flag. Join us, leave us a review, and comment!

With special guest The Warax. We're talking how to spell Ithaca, post-9/11 veteran unemployment, marijuana legalization, what it means to be a veteran, and an inclusive, accountable community of vets.

We welcome Guest 0001, Ashley Nicolas! And we talk ice cream and trash incinerators, arming teachers and teaching values.

JJ DIDTIEEBUCKLE & Veterans Health Care by 2 Vets Upstate

We're starting a podcast about veterans and Upstate New York. Why? We'll tell you why!