Field Notes: A Vet Voice Foundation Production

On September 20th, 2020 we interviewed Andre Andrews; U.S. Navy veteran and founder of Warriors Road, a non-profit that helps heals veterans and first responders through outdoor equestrian activities in Los Angeles, CA. To learn more about Warriors Road visit warriorsroad.us To learn more about Vet Voice Foundation visit vetvoicefoundation.org.

On October 10th, 2020 we interviewed Micah Petersen, Active Duty Infantry Officer in the U.S. Army. Micah is also the co-founder of Reviresco, a non-profit that focuses on bridging the civilian-military divide. We discuss his deployment in real-time while he's in Afghanistan, his previous adventures running marathons in China and the growth of Reviresco. To learn more about Reviresco visit https://reviresco.us/.   

On October 9th, 2020 we interviewed John Botto; U.S. Army veteran and currently a medevac pilot in Truckee, CA. John is also the co-founder of 10th Mountain Healing, a non-profit that connects a new generation of Veterans with the healing power of the mountains.To learn more about 10th Mountain Healing visit www.10thmtnhealing.com/. Special 10th Mountain Healing shout-out to host family Stan and Graciela Harris, who open up their home in Breckenridge to Veterans prior to the start of every 10th Mountain Healing trip. To learn more about Vet Voice Foundation visit www.vetvoicefoundation.org.

On November 6th, 2020 we interviewed Jonas Rides At The Door; Marine Corps veteran and member of the Blackfeet Tribe. We discuss his deployments as an Infantry heavy machine gunner and his fight to preserve some of Montana's most sacred land. To learn more about Badger-Two Medicine visit protectthebadger.org. To learn more about Vet Voice Foundation visit www.vetvoicefoundation.org.

On October 16th, 2020 we interviewed Maggie Seymour; Marine Corps veteran and founder of Run Free Run.  On July 22, 2017 Maggie embarked on a run across the United States to give back to the communities that have supported her during her time in the U.S. Marine Corps. On October 28, 2017 Maggie started a run from San Diego with the goal of running across the country - 99 days later, she hit the Atlantic Ocean. Through support of individual donors and a generous sponsor - National University, she raised $100,000 to support veterans, special needs athletes, and gold star families.  To learn more about Maggie's journey visit runfreerun.com. 

On October 6th, 2020 we interviewed Adrian Bonenberger; Army veteran turned journalist. We discuss his experience as a war reporter in Ukraine, his deployments to Afghanistan, and his current efforts in conservation. 

On September 28th, 2020 we interviewed Stephanie Kline; Marine Corps veteran whose career in and out of the military has been defined by working at the crossroads of environmental science and the Department of Defense. She has led ground breaking initiatives with the Environmental Defense Fund as well as President Obama's Solar Ready Vets Initiative within the Department of Energy. If you're a veteran interested in a career in renewable energy visit www.energy.gov/eere/solar/how-hire-veterans-solar-energy. If you're interested in running with the National Parks Marathon Project visit runningtheparks.com. To learn more about Vet Voice Foundation visit www.vetvoicefoundation.org.

On June 24th, 2020 we interviewed Liz O'Herrin Lee; Airforce veteran and writer. We discuss her deployments to Iraq and Afghanistan as a munitions systems specialist as well as her complicated relationship with her Grandfather whom served in World World II, and how they both turned to writing and the outdoors after their service. To learn more about Vet Voice Foundation visit www.vetvoicefoundation.org.

On June 25th, 2020 we interviewed Rob Kugler on Facebook Live.  We edited this interview into podcast format for your listening. Rob is a Marine Corps veteran and author of the book A Dog Named Beautiful: A Marine, A Dog, and A Long Road Trip Home.To learn more about Vet Voice Foundation visit www.vetvoicefoundation.org.

Field Notes: A Vet Voice Foundation Podcast is where we interview veterans employed, advocating, or share a special connection within the conservation and public lands space. The arc of each episode begins with past experiences in the military, reintegration, and the outdoors. We examine how the outdoors has helped many veterans “walk off the war” reconnect with their communities and loved ones, and transition into new career paths.To learn more about Vet Voice Foundation visit www.vetvoicefoundation.org. 

On June 23rd, 2020 we interviewed Joseph Colbert; Marine Corps veteran turned Biologist. We discuss predator protections of rattle snake species, academia and research life as a veteran, and mushroom farming. To learn more about Vet Voice Foundation visit www.vetvoicefoundation.org.

On June 18th, 2020 we interviewed Christopher Bramblett; Air Force veteran turned National Park Ranger. We discuss his deployments to Iraq and Afghanistan, exploring Carlsbad Caverns National Park, and how you can give back to our public lands. To learn more about Vet Voice Foundation visit www.vetvoicefoundation.org.