Veterans Corner Radio focuses on what those who have served in the military, and their families need to know to maximize the services and benefits due to them. No matter if you are currently serving or got out 50 years ago, this program will give you answers to questions you didn’t even know you should be asking. Among those who have been and will be sharing their knowledge are those from the Department of Defense (DOD), Veterans Health Administration, Veterans Benefits Administration, National Cemetery Administration, members of Congress (both House and Senate), Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), American Association of Retired Persons (AARP), American Legion, Military Officers Association of America (MOAA), Military Order of World Wars (MOWW), Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW), Vietnam Veterans of America, Disabled American Veterans (DAV), just to name a few.You will learn, among many other things, how to use the VA claim process, the services offered by the James A Haley VA Hospital that your local VA hospital may also offer and how to make use of them, and how to access educational benefits and home loans. What you have just read is the tip of the iceberg; there is so much more captured in the shows already posted and those yet to come. Each show is roughly a 15-minute investment in your future and that of your family. Start now to gain the knowledge that will serve you and your family, just as you served your country. We are not a part of any governmental organization.
Today we hear from former United States Army Sergeant and two-time Operation Iraqi Freedom disabled combat veteran Ross Alpert who shares his experiences while serving our nation from 2005 through 2009 as an Infantryman who earned the Combat Infantry Badge.Our library of shows can be found at www.veteranscornerradio.comJoin us on Facebook at the page Veterans Corner RadioYou can contact our host Joe Muhlberger at joseph.muhlberger@gmail.com
Jeff makes his third visit to the Podcast to introduce us to Wreaths Across America and their three pillars: Remember, Honor, and Teach, as well as the cornucopia of their support to veterans, their families, and fans year round.Our library of shows can be found at www.veteranscornerradio.comJoin us on Facebook at the page Veterans Corner RadioYou can contact our host Joe Muhlberger at joseph.muhlberger@gmail.com
Joe and Tony discuss Tony's 23 year career which uniquely spans enlisted time, time as a warrant officer and summarizes his time as a commissioned officer.Our library of shows can be found at www.veteranscornerradio.comJoin us on Facebook at the page Veterans Corner RadioYou can contact our host Joe Muhlberger at joseph.muhlberger@gmail.com
Today we meet with Travis Bickford, head of Communications and Programs for The Library of Congress' Veterans History Project. With a small staff of civil servants working in Washington DC, Travis and his team work with volunteers recording the stories of our veterans and preserve them for future learning and research as well as sustaining their legacies.Our library of shows can be found at www.veteranscornerradio.comJoin us on Facebook at the page Veterans Corner RadioYou can contact our host Joe Muhlberger at joseph.muhlberger@gmail.com
Jeff, whose humble beginnings growing up in Upstate New York, turned his service into a 32 year career and was instrumental in closing out the Cold War. He attended Sienna College, then after 9/11, headed to Iraq with the Polish Army, and then to Afghanistan.Our library of shows can be found at www.veteranscornerradio.comJoin us on Facebook at the page Veterans Corner RadioYou can contact our host Joe Muhlberger at joseph.muhlberger@gmail.com
Listen to the adventures of retired United States Coast Guard Senior Chief Petty Officer Wil Florez and his over 20 years of service while balancing family life and multiple deployments to sea in the service of our nation.Our library of shows can be found at www.veteranscornerradio.comJoin us on Facebook at the page Veterans Corner RadioYou can contact our host Joe Muhlberger at joseph.muhlberger@gmail.com
Introducing Troy Daland, President of the Special Operations Memorial Foundation. Learn about how this organization supports continued recognition of our fallen Special Operations Forces operators and their families.Our library of shows can be found at www.veteranscornerradio.comJoin us on Facebook at the page Veterans Corner RadioYou can contact our host Joe Muhlberger at joseph.muhlberger@gmail.com
Former US Army Sergeant Ross Alpert is now Vice President of the non-profit organization Repawz Academy who train rescued dogs to become service dogs for veterans with a need.Our library of shows can be found at www.veteranscornerradio.comJoin us on Facebook at the page Veterans Corner RadioYou can contact our host Joe Muhlberger at joseph.muhlberger@gmail.com
Major Collins served our country for 24 years, much of it overseas, providing logistics and training. You'll meet Major Collins and learn how he was inspired by his younger brother and how Mike seemed to always be there when the Air Force needed him.Our library of shows can be found at www.veteranscornerradio.comJoin us on Facebook at the page Veterans Corner RadioYou can contact our host Joe Muhlberger at joseph.muhlberger@gmail.com
Retired US Army Captain and Physician's Assistant Tony Ruiz is now the CEO of Veteran Nexus. He and his employees support veterans nationwide with refined reviews of medical records and medical assessments for inclusion with submissions to the Veterans Administration for disability determinations. Our library of shows can be found at www.veteranscornerradio.comJoin us on Facebook at the page Veterans Corner RadioYou can contact our host Joe Muhlberger at joseph.muhlberger@gmail.com
For this edition of the program, Joe welcomes back Gold Star Wife Eleanor Stark who worked as a Rosie the Riveter building war ships in the Port of Savannah, Georgia while her husband was fighting the war as a drafted US Army Infantryman in Burma.Our library of shows can be found at www.veteranscornerradio.comJoin us on Facebook at the page Veterans Corner RadioYou can contact our host Joe Muhlberger at joseph.muhlberger@gmail.com
Meet centenarian and gold star wife Eleanor Stark. In 1944 at age 19, she learned that her husband PFC Luther "Buck" Bagley, who served as a member of Merril's Marauders, was listed as missing in action, presumed killed. There's more to this story … a lot more.Our library of shows can be found at www.veteranscornerradio.comJoin us on Facebook at the page Veterans Corner RadioYou can contact our host Joe Muhlberger at joseph.muhlberger@gmail.com
Rachelle, a former US Air Force First Lieutenant and Public Affairs Officer, shares her past experience with Military Sexual Trauma and now hosts the podcast "the Silenced Voices of MST" which helps to shed light on the problem to help other victims.Our library of shows can be found at www.veteranscornerradio.comJoin us on Facebook at the page Veterans Corner RadioYou can contact our host Joe Muhlberger at joseph.muhlberger@gmail.com
On this special edition of the podcast, host Joe Muhlberger is featured as a guest on Wreaths Across America's internet radio morning show hosted by Mike Hale. The two veterans spent almost an hour talking about Joe's vast military career in the United States Air Force and what prompted him to assume the reigns of Veterans Corner Radio after the passing of the late Bill Hodges.Our library of shows can be found at www.veteranscornerradio.comJoin us on Facebook at the page Veterans Corner RadioYou can contact our host Joe Muhlberger at joseph.muhlberger@gmail.com
Michelle talks about her time in service, her appreciation for serving at a time when there were few women in service, and about being part of the “old boy network” of the 1970s.Our library of shows can be found at www.veteranscornerradio.comJoin us on Facebook at the page Veterans Corner RadioYou can contact our host Joe Muhlberger at joseph.muhlberger@gmail.com
The VA is adding Vet Centers all over the country. Will Flores, a retired US Coast Guard Senior Chief Petty Officer talks with Joe about the Tampa Center and how they offer confidential help for Veterans, service members, and their families at no cost in a non-medical setting. Their services include counseling for needs such as depression, posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD), and the psychological effects of military sexual trauma (MST). Our library of shows can be found at www.veteranscornerradio.comJoin us on Facebook at the page Veterans Corner RadioYou can contact our host Joe Muhlberger at joseph.muhlberger@gmail.com
108 year old Chief Petty Officer "Wild" Bill Monfort is Florida's oldest living veteran. Bill gives new host Joe Muhlberger many first-hand accounts of his service to our nation including his time at Pearl Harbor while he served with the US Navy.Our library of shows can be found at www.veteranscornerradio.comJoin us on Facebook at the page Veterans Corner RadioYou can contact our host William (Bill) Hodges at bill@billhodges.com
Our library of shows can be found at www.veteranscornerradio.comJoin us on Facebook at the page Veterans Corner RadioYou can contact our host William (Bill) Hodges at bill@billhodges.com
Todd Raley, Manager of Whole Health Programs at the VA Hospital in Tomah Wisconsin Would it not be a smarter move to stay healthy rather than waiting to get help until you get sick? The VA's Whole Health Program can in fact be a tool you can use to stay in the pink. This program will present a litany of services, many, if not most, are dedicated to keeping you well. Our library of shows can be found at www.veteranscornerradio.comJoin us on Facebook at the page Veterans Corner RadioYou can contact our host William (Bill) Hodges at bill@billhodges.com
Dr. Neil Patel, Acting Director, VA National Emergency Medicine Office and Dr. Josh Geiger, Director of Operations, VA National Emergency Medicine OfficeDoctors Patel and Geiger team up to explain the VA's approach to Emergency Medicine. Many of us live some distance from our VA Emergency Rooms. Here is what you can do to eliminate that emergency trip and still have the VA involved. You may be able to go to a local Emergency Room, or possibly an urgent care center might be better. Even the chance to talk with a VA triage nurse might fit the situation. This broadcast will give you some options. Our library of shows can be found at www.veteranscornerradio.comJoin us on Facebook at the page Veterans Corner RadioYou can contact our host William (Bill) Hodges at bill@billhodges.com
Jeanine Gilson, Deputy Chief Financial Officer, Accounting and Business Operations for the Veterans Benefits Administration. Deputy Chief Gilson discusses VA survivors' benefits and provides good information on filing claims. Fraud is rampant in our society and the VA is a favorite target for fraudsters. This program will demonstrate how to protect yourself and your family from being cheated by these criminals. Our library of shows can be found at www.veteranscornerradio.comJoin us on Facebook at the page Veterans Corner RadioYou can contact our host William (Bill) Hodges at bill@billhodges.com
Finishing up our annual series of interviews with the new leaders of the national military organizations is Commander LaCoursiere. Each year we give these groups the opportunity to share with our audience the thoughts of these leaders and how they plan to take their respective groups into the future. James A. LaCoursiere, Jr. National Commander of the American Legion for 2024-2025 Our library of shows can be found at www.veteranscornerradio.comJoin us on Facebook at the page Veterans Corner RadioYou can contact our host William (Bill) Hodges at bill@billhodges.com
Director David Dunning is a problem solver who is dedicated to government service, especially to the troops serving our nation. His over 30 years in the US Army, rising to the rank of full Colonel, has prepared him well for running one of the VA's top 10 hospitals. November is the third anniversary of his taking the reins at Haley. He shares many of the lessons he has learned and more importantly how he applies his military background In the medical field when he worked to establish facilities in Afghanistan.Our library of shows can be found at www.veteranscornerradio.comJoin us on Facebook at the page Veterans Corner RadioYou can contact our host William (Bill) Hodges at bill@billhodges.com
Nadhal Eadeh, President, of Veteran's Voice of America is a brand new veteran's organization and is starting to grow very fast. A great deal of the energy initially expended will assist veterans with the claims process. The President Nadhal Eadeh, has over 11 years of working for the VA and many of the claims' officers are also ex-VA employees who know the system from the inside out. Our library of shows can be found at www.veteranscornerradio.comJoin us on Facebook at the page Veterans Corner RadioYou can contact our host William (Bill) Hodges at bill@billhodges.com
Jeff Pierce, Wreaths Across America (WAA), Director of Broadcasts and Media Partnerships tells us WAA is much more than their name implies. Sooner or later they will probably have to change the name to Wreaths Across the World, as they ensure that the graves of our fallen service men and women all over the world get the wreath signifying the love we have for them and they are not forgotten. Tune in to hear more about the organization and how you can participate in this magnificent program.Our library of shows can be found at www.veteranscornerradio.comJoin us on Facebook at the page Veterans Corner RadioYou can contact our host William (Bill) Hodges at bill@billhodges.com
This is the seventh in our series of Meet the Commander an opportunity to learn who is leading our veterans' organizations and how you can be a part of this effort to protect our earned benefits. In this program meet David J. Worley, Lt. Col. USAF Retired Commander-in-Chief Military Order of World Wars. Our library of shows can be found at www.veteranscornerradio.comJoin us on Facebook at the page Veterans Corner RadioYou can contact our host William (Bill) Hodges at bill@billhodges.com
This is the sixth in our interviews with the leadership of our veterans' organizations. If you listen in, you will find one or more of these organizations that will suit your needs and allow you to make a difference in how you and other veterans are treated. Now listen in and meet Horace Johnson, National Commander 2024-2025 AMVETS Our library of shows can be found at www.veteranscornerradio.comJoin us on Facebook at the page Veterans Corner RadioYou can contact our host William (Bill) Hodges at bill@billhodges.com
Lt. Gen Kelly is the type of officer we all would have liked to serve under. Representing the Military Officers Association of America, he goes about leading in a self-assured and quiet manner which produces results. Tune in to listen to him discussing what the organization is now doing to protect the rights of all who served not just the officer corps. Our library of shows can be found at www.veteranscornerradio.comJoin us on Facebook at the page Veterans Corner RadioYou can contact our host William (Bill) Hodges at bill@billhodges.com
Blue Star Mothers of America were created in 1942, during WWII and were Congressionally chartered in 1960. They have 179 chapters nationwide and over 6000 members. Tune in to hear more about this wonderful group of ladies and how they work to make our troops find enjoyment in their lives in the military. Our library of shows can be found at www.veteranscornerradio.comJoin us on Facebook at the page Veterans Corner RadioYou can contact our host William (Bill) Hodges at bill@billhodges.com
This is the third in our series of new national commanders of Veteran Service organizations. Listen in to hear their visions for their term of office and for making their organization effective and responsive to the needs of our Veterans. Our library of shows can be found at www.veteranscornerradio.comJoin us on Facebook at the page Veterans Corner RadioYou can contact our host William (Bill) Hodges at bill@billhodges.com
This is the second in our series of new national commanders of Veteran Service organizations. Listen in to hear the visions they have for their term on office and for making their organization effective and responsive to the needs of our Veterans, meet Daniel Contreras Disabled American Veterans National Commander2024-2025Our library of shows can be found at www.veteranscornerradio.comJoin us on Facebook at the page Veterans Corner RadioYou can contact our host William (Bill) Hodges at bill@billhodges.com
Patti Elliot helps us understand what benefits Gold Star Mothers derive from serving others. Gold Star Mothers has its origin going back to WWI and those who are members have paid an unimaginable price to join the group, the loss of a child on the battlefield. Please tune in to hear what she has to say. You will be glad you did. Our library of shows can be found at www.veteranscornerradio.comJoin us on Facebook at the page Veterans Corner RadioYou can contact our host William (Bill) Hodges at bill@billhodges.com
Ariana Caragliano Chief Advancement Officer for the Yellow Ribbon Fund may just have the answers to what a care giver needs to know. Yellow Ribbon Fund is adaptive and responsive to the evolving needs of veterans and their families. Through chapters spread all over our USA, they provide a variety of services, many of which are directed to family members who fulfill the important role as a caregiver Our library of shows can be found at www.veteranscornerradio.comJoin us on Facebook at the page Veterans Corner RadioYou can contact our host William (Bill) Hodges at bill@billhodges.com
(Part two) Veterans Inc. is an all-inclusive one-stop shop. If they don't have a solution for a veteran's problem they will work to find a contact in the veteran's area of need and then rather than just giving the vet another number to call they will make the call and stay on the line until an introduction is made. In talking with Mr. Carville I found that there was too much to put into one program so be sure to listen to part one if you missed it. Our library of shows can be found at www.veteranscornerradio.comJoin us on Facebook at the page Veterans Corner RadioYou can contact our host William (Bill) Hodges at bill@billhodges.com
Ray Carville, Public Affairs Manager, Veterans Inc. is an excellent spokesman for this all-inclusive one-stop shop. If they don't have a solution for a veteran's problem they will work to find a contact in the veteran's area of need and then rather than just giving the vet another number to call they will make the call and stay on the line until an introduction is made. In talking with Mr. Carville I found that there was too much to put into one program so be sure to listen to part two. Our library of shows can be found at www.veteranscornerradio.comJoin us on Facebook at the page Veterans Corner RadioYou can contact our host William (Bill) Hodges at bill@billhodges.com
Chris Willingham, President of the US War Dogs Association, is a combat veteran, a dog handler, and a huge proponent for war dogs, especially how these valuable combat veterans need to be treated upon their retirement. With that said it should be noted that furry veterans get no help from the VA or any other government agency so medicines and surgical help fall upon the one adopting the dog and here is where the U S War Dogs Our library of shows can be found at www.veteranscornerradio.comJoin us on Facebook at the page Veterans Corner RadioYou can contact our host William (Bill) Hodges at bill@billhodges.com
Judge Michael Scionti, Florida State Judicial District 13, Veterans Treatment Court. Each of the programs this month will be in some way connected to the Florida Judicial District 13 Veterans Treatment Court. This court is a model for the national program approved by Congress to set up courts that work to recover veterans who have come into conflict with the law. This, the fourth of these programs, highlights the actions of our county Judge Michael Scionti as he deals with veterans in this special program. We hope that if a program of this nature is not in your area you will bring this podcast to the attention of those with the power to institute it.Our library of shows can be found at www.veteranscornerradio.comJoin us on Facebook at the page Veterans Corner RadioYou can contact our host William (Bill) Hodges at bill@billhodges.com
Each of the programs this month will be in some way connected to the Florida Judicial District 13 Veterans Treatment Court. This court is a model for the national program approved by Congress to set up courts that work to recover veterans who have come into conflict with the law. This, the third of these programs, highlights the actions of our county Public Defender's office as it deals with veterans in this special program. We hope that if a program of this nature is not in your area you will bring this podcast to the attention of those with the power to institute it.Our library of shows can be found at www.veteranscornerradio.comJoin us on Facebook at the page Veterans Corner RadioYou can contact our host William (Bill) Hodges at bill@billhodges.com
Here is the second of our four-part program on how we can salvage the lives of vets who find themselves in conflict with the law.Each of the programs this month will be in some way connected to the Florida Judicial District 13 Veterans Treatment Court. This court is a model for the national program approved by Congress to set up courts that work to recover veterans who have come into conflict with the law. This, the second of these programs, highlights the actions of our county prosecutor's office as it deals with veterans in this special program. We hope that if a program of this nature is not in your area you will bring this podcast to the attention of those with the power to institute it. Our library of shows can be found at www.veteranscornerradio.comJoin us on Facebook at the page Veterans Corner RadioYou can contact our host William (Bill) Hodges at bill@billhodges.com
Here is the first of our four-part article on how we can salvage the lives of vets who find themselves in conflict with the law. Each of the programs this month will be in some way connected to the Florida Judicial District 13 Veterans Treatment Court. This court is a model for the national program approved by congress to set up courts that work to recover veterans who have come into conflict with the law. The first of these programs highlights the actions of our county sheriff's office as it feeds veterans into this special program. We hope that if a program of this nature is not in your area, you will bring this podcast to the attention of those with the power to institute it. Our library of shows can be found at www.veteranscornerradio.comJoin us on Facebook at the page Veterans Corner RadioYou can contact our host William (Bill) Hodges at bill@billhodges.com
Dr. Grant Huang, Deputy Chief Research and Development Officer for the Veterans Administration. Are you curious as to the type of research the VA is doing behind the scenes to ensure you will get the best treatment in the future? Dr. Huang shares with us the recent awards the VA Office of Research and Development has received and how that research saves lives daily. He gives us a window into the future of some programs that are being created and how those programs will make the VA one of the, if not the leader in cancer research. Our library of shows can be found at www.veteranscornerradio.comJoin us on Facebook at the page Veterans Corner RadioYou can contact our host William (Bill) Hodges at bill@billhodges.com
David Maulsby, Founder and Exec. Dir. of PTSD Foundation of America | PTSD has had many names. The number of deaths to PTSD-related disease is still too high. Fortunately, we are finally beginning to take this debilitating mental problem seriously. Listen in to hear what the PTSD Foundation of America is doing to apply innovative treatment programs. According to Charity Navigator, one of the preeminent organizations that follow charitable spending rates, PTSD Foundation of America rates high, with 96% of donated funds going back into the program.Our library of shows can be found at www.veteranscornerradio.comJoin us on Facebook at the page Veterans Corner RadioYou can contact our host William (Bill) Hodges at bill@billhodges.com
Dr. Scott Shreve, VA Nat. Dir. Palliative and Hospice Care and Ryan Weller Nat. Program Mgr. | The VA hospitals have one of the most extensive Palliative care programs in the country. Because most of us have no idea what palliative care is, this broadcast will endeavor to explain what it is and how it can affect your family.Our library of shows can be found at www.veteranscornerradio.comJoin us on Facebook at the page Veterans Corner RadioYou can contact our host William (Bill) Hodges at bill@billhodges.com
Jenna Shields, National Oncology Program Pharmacy Manager announced another new service that will make the VA more user-friendly and add to the ease of receiving treatments was announced this week. The VA has opened a program called Close To Me. This program will provide infusion services at many new facilities bringing them closer to the patient. Like any big organization, it will take time to roll this program out but we suggest you contact your VA oncology department if it will be offered locally. Our library of shows can be found at www.veteranscornerradio.comJoin us on Facebook at the page Veterans Corner RadioYou can contact our host William (Bill) Hodges at bill@billhodges.com
Under Secretary Quinn, has a long record of service in the US Military, achieving the rank of Brigadier General prior to accepting the position at the VA. His department is charged with making sure the transition from this world to the next Is goes smoothly for both the fallen military member and the family. On this broadcast he discusses the importance of Memorial Day and also some new and exciting services they will begin providing in the next year. Our library of shows can be found at www.veteranscornerradio.comJoin us on Facebook at the page Veterans Corner RadioYou can contact our host William (Bill) Hodges at bill@billhodges.com
Anything that makes life easier for and gives our military families a feeling of security is a cause that I can get behind. If you don't know about the Fisher Houses then please give our show a listen. The Fisher House has been compared to the Ronald McDonald Houses at civilian hospitals without the clowns Our library of shows can be found at www.veteranscornerradio.comJoin us on Facebook at the page Veterans Corner RadioYou can contact our host William (Bill) Hodges at bill@billhodges.com
Congress Is at it again and billions of dollars are on the table. Huge national interests are looking for ways to siphon off veterans' benefits and have spent millions to buy off our congress so they can charge for services that currently are free to our brothers and sisters in arms. Listen in to see what you can do to stop this travesty of justice. Listen in to hear what Patrick Murray, VFW National Legislative Dir.has to say about it and what the VFW along with almost all of our veterans organizations are doing. Our library of shows can be found at www.veteranscornerradio.comJoin us on Facebook at the page Veterans Corner RadioYou can contact our host William (Bill) Hodges at bill@billhodges.com
Thinking of starting a small business and looking for help, this is the place to look. As the Director of Program Development, Ms. Michelle Gardner-Ince leads the Department's efforts to develop programs that connect and enable under-represented target groups with VA, the federal and commercial marketplaces to increase educational, employment and economic opportunities. Our library of shows can be found at www.veteranscornerradio.comJoin us on Facebook at the page Veterans Corner RadioYou can contact our host William (Bill) Hodges at bill@billhodges.com
Project Healing Waters is a national opportunity for a disabled American Veteran. Through a network of clubs in 48 states they provide a place for vets to come together and learn the skills of Fly Fishing. They provide the gear for building your own fly rod and instructors to teach the intricate skill of fly tying. There are also road trips to various locations, none of which costs the veteran, Our library of shows can be found at www.veteranscornerradio.comJoin us on Facebook at the page Veterans Corner RadioYou can contact our host William (Bill) Hodges at bill@billhodges.com
Judge Michael Scionti, Florida State Judicial District 13, Veterans Treatment Court. Each of the programs this month will be in some way connected to the Florida Judicial District 13 Veterans Treatment Court. This court is a model for the national program approved by Congress to set up courts that work to recover veterans who have come into conflict with the law. This, the fourth of these programs, highlights the actions of our county Judge Michael Scionti as he deals with veterans in this special program. We hope that if a program of this nature is not in your area you will bring this podcast to the attention of those with the power to institute it.Our library of shows can be found at www.veteranscornerradio.comJoin us on Facebook at the page Veterans Corner RadioYou can contact our host William (Bill) Hodges at bill@billhodges.com
Each of the programs this month will be in some way connected to the Florida Judicial District 13 Veterans Treatment Court. This court is a model for the national program approved by Congress to set up courts that work to recover veterans who have come into conflict with the law. This, the third of these programs, highlights the actions of our county Public Defender's office as it deals with veterans in this special program. We hope that if a program of this nature is not in your area you will bring this podcast to the attention of those with the power to institute it.Our library of shows can be found at www.veteranscornerradio.comJoin us on Facebook at the page Veterans Corner RadioYou can contact our host William (Bill) Hodges at bill@billhodges.com
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