Podcasts about military veterans

In today's episode, we break down some of the most overused — and often misunderstood — buzzwords circulating in the VA disability space online. From “slam dunk claim” to “nexus,” “presumptive,” “secondary connection,” and “clear and unmistakable error,” veterans are constantly exposed to terminology that can create confusion, false expectations, or oversimplified advice.We discuss:Why certain VA claim phrases spread so quickly on social mediaThe difference between legal terminology and medical terminologyHow “nexus letter” became a catch-all phrase onlineWhy no condition is ever truly “guaranteed”The dangers of oversimplified claim adviceHow medical evidence is actually evaluatedWhy individualized records matter more than internet trendsThe importance of credible, evidence-based opinionsThis episode is designed to help veterans better understand the language surrounding VA disability claims while cutting through some of the misinformation that circulates online.As always, this episode is educational only and does not constitute legal advice.#Veterans #VAClaims #VADisability #NexusLetter #VeteranBenefits #MedicalEvidence #VAAppeal #VeteransPodcast #IndependentMedicalOpinion #DBQ #VeteranSupport #BurnPitClaims #PACTAct #MilitaryVeterans #VAEducation

Ryan shares how he transitioned from flying F-18s in the U.S. Navy to securing a place in Guggenheim Investments' veterans program. He discusses leaving the military, preparing for finance, networking, interviews, and advice for other veterans making a similar career change. Chapters 00:00:00 – From F-18 Pilot to Finance 00:02:13 – Early Interest in Finance and Aviation 00:04:07 – Deciding to Leave the Navy 00:05:15 – Planning the Career Transition 00:07:23 – Rebuilding Finance Knowledge 00:08:24 – Networking and Landing Guggenheim 00:11:56 – Advice for Transitioning Veterans ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

Living with chronic pain affects far more than your body. For many veterans, chronic pain can also contribute to depression, yet this is one of the most commonly overlooked secondary VA disability claims.In this episode, we discuss how the Department of Veterans Affairs evaluates depression secondary to chronic pain, what medical evidence may support a secondary service connection, and the mistakes that can weaken a claim. We also explain the relationship between orthopedic conditions, chronic pain, functional impairment, and mental health symptoms from both a medical and VA disability perspective.Whether you're already service-connected for back pain, knee conditions, neck injuries, joint problems, or other chronic pain conditions, understanding how secondary conditions are evaluated can help you better understand the VA claims process.In this episode: What "secondary service connection" means  How chronic pain can contribute to depression  Common service-connected conditions that may lead to chronic pain  Medical evidence commonly considered in these claims  The importance of treatment records and diagnosis  Common mistakes veterans make when filing secondary claims  How nexus opinions fit into the VA disability process  When legal representation may be appropriate during an appeal Every claim is unique, and no outcome can be guaranteed. This episode is intended for educational purposes only and should not be considered legal or medical advice.Podcast KeywordsVA disability, VA disability benefits, VA claims, VA claim, VA compensation, veterans benefits, veteran disability, secondary service connection, secondary VA claims, depression secondary to chronic pain, chronic pain, depression, chronic pain syndrome, mental health VA claim, VA depression claim, orthopedic injuries, back pain VA disability, knee pain VA disability, neck pain VA disability, PTSD, anxiety, VA nexus letter, independent medical opinion, medical evidence, VA appeal, C&P exam, VA rating, disability benefits, veterans, military veterans, service-connected disability, VA law, VA attorney, veterans law, Prestige Veteran Medical Consulting

Send us Fan MailWe sit down with Susan Combs, founder of Pancakes for Roger, to trace how one caregiving moment and a pancake photo turned into a fast-growing veteran nonprofit. We also dig into her new book, Wonder Women, and what female veterans want civilians to understand about service, trauma, family, and resilience. • how Pancakes for Roger turns pancake photos into donations that support veterans • housing support and home improvement grants and what they can cover • the origin story behind “pancakes for breakfast” and grief after loss • why Susan pivots from a sequel to writing Wonder Women • why many female veterans are invisible in daily life • how the book protects contributors through recorded interviews and full chapter sign-off • themes from the stories: belonging, discrimination, sexual trauma, family strain, rank dynamics, deployments • why acronyms and context matter for civilian readers and listeners If you're interested, go to onemail1mikefoundation.org. It's a spelled out one, not the number one.  Like, Subscribe and Share. If you have comments or suggestions email us at: vetsconnectionpodcast@gmail.com. You can also find the video of this podcast on our YouTube Channel - Vetsconnection Podcast

Send us Fan MailWe talk with Navy veteran Michael Carter about how one air traffic control near miss shattered his confidence, pushed him into a mental health crisis, and forced him to fight for real help. We also trace how music, community, and his service dog Frankie helped him rebuild, then inspired him to create Stage for Change and the Carolina VetFest fundraiser. • joining the Navy after 9/11 and choosing a path with purpose • air traffic control stress and the one-detail mistake that changed everything • losing confidence, stepping away from the seat, and refusing to risk lives • stigma, dismissal, and the moment leadership finally takes it seriously • suicidal ideation, survival, and the difference one song can make • returning to North Carolina and finding therapy in live shows and photography • building Stage for Change to support nonprofits through music festivals • planning VetFest as a free, family-friendly event with donations and raffles • using outreach tables and veteran-owned vendors to reach people who need help • Frankie's service dog match and what a true support animal changes If you like it, share it  Like, Subscribe and Share. If you have comments or suggestions email us at: vetsconnectionpodcast@gmail.com. You can also find the video of this podcast on our YouTube Channel - Vetsconnection Podcast

Jaws of Justice Radio investigates how we can achieve justice from a system of laws deeply rooted in economic, social and political inequality.  We want to dispel misconceptions created by the news and entertainment industry, politicians and our educational system. We hope you will listen. On August 3, 2026, host Terri Wilke welcomes guests Jeff Humfeld, Ellen Barfield, Nancy Lessen and Dave Logsdon.  We are going to learn about the two organizations Veterans for Peace and Military Families Speak Out. Our guests will discuss the groups' history, the evolution to present day goals, a look to the future and the Veterans for Peace national convention which is happening this week, August 6th through August 9th at the University of Missouri in Kansas City (UMKC). https://vfpconvention.org/ Military Families Speak Out is an organization of military family members and Gold Star families whose loved ones have served in the US military since 9-11, or are serving now. Their membership spans the country and around the world. As families with loved ones who were or are in the military, they have both a unique voice and role to play in speaking out on behalf of their loved ones who are, have been, or will be on the frontlines; loved ones who are risking injury, death, and who are coming home both physically and mentally scarred. Military Families Speak Out against unjust wars and stand against endless illegal war in Iran. Although the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan have formally come to an end, a large number of our troops are still in harm's way. https://militaryfamiliesspeakout.com/ Veterans For Peace is a global organization of Military Veterans and allies whose collective efforts are to build a culture of peace by using their experiences and lifting their voices. They inform the public of the true causes of war and the enormous costs of wars, with an obligation to heal the wounds of wars. Their network is comprised of over 140 chapters worldwide whose work includes educating the public, advocating for a dismantling of the war economy, providing services that assist veterans and victims of war, and most significantly, working to end all wars. https://www.veteransforpeace.org/ Veterans for Peace has the following Statement of Purpose: We, as military veterans, do hereby affirm our greater responsibility to serve the cause of world peace. To this end we will work, with others both nationally and internationally To increase public awareness of the causes and costs of war To restrain our governments from intervening, overtly and covertly, in the internal affairs of other nations To resist racism and repression in our home communities To oppose the militarization of law enforcement To end the arms race and to reduce and eventually eliminate nuclear weapons To seek justice for veterans and victims of war To abolish war as an instrument of national policy To promote a sustainable and peaceful world To achieve these goals, members of Veterans for Peace pledge to use non-violent means and to maintain an organization that is both democratic and open with the understanding that all members are trusted to act in the best interests of the group for the larger purpose of world peace. VFP Chapter 97 Kansas City and 8 other local groups are sponsoring a concert to benefit Haskell Indian College Media Communications Department Sunday Aug 9th g sr On Jaws of Justice, we examine how to find justice in our society.  Justice will not be served until those who are unaffected are as outraged as those who are.  

The White House is touting a program to try and get more veterans behind the wheel of commercial trucks. The AP's Jennifer King reports.

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The fastest-growing home service companies don't fail because they run out of demand. They fail because they run out of leaders.In this episode of Owned and Operated, John Wilson sits down with Jim Lose of The Military Veteran to discuss what separates great operators from average managers. They cover how to hire executive talent, build a structured interview process, identify red flags before making an offer, and create leadership systems that scale with your business.From scorecards and reference checks to compensation, coaching, and military leadership, this episode is a practical guide to building the team that takes your business from operator-led to professionally managed.In This Episode:• Why leadership becomes the biggest growth constraint• How to identify and hire A-player operators• The interview mistakes most owners make• Building scorecards that drive accountability• Coaching vs. replacing underperforming leaders• Compensation, incentives, and equity for key hires• The next executive hire growing businesses should make————————————————

Are secondary VA claims getting denied more often in 2026? Has the VA changed the rules on secondary service connection?In this episode, we break down the truth about secondary VA claims, why the VA is scrutinizing nexus opinions more closely, and what veterans need to understand about medical evidence moving forward.We discuss: What secondary service connection actually means  The difference between causation and aggravation  Why weak nexus letters are getting challenged  Obesity as an intermediate step  Why some secondary claims succeed while others fail  The growing importance of detailed medical rationale  Common misconceptions veterans hear online  How strong medical evidence can impact VA appeals This episode is designed to help veterans better understand the medical side of secondary claims and the importance of evidence-based opinions in today's VA disability environment.Topics Covered Secondary VA claims in 2026  VA disability claims  Nexus letters  Aggravation claims  Sleep apnea secondary claims  Orthopedic secondary conditions  Medical evidence for VA claims  Independent medical opinions  Veteran disability appeals  VA claim denials About the PodcastThe Veterans Disability Nexus Podcast discusses VA disability medical evidence, nexus letters, DBQs, and the intersection of medicine and veterans disability claims. Hosted by medical professionals experienced in reviewing complex VA disability cases and independent medical opinions.DisclaimerThis podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and does not constitute legal or medical advice. Listening to this episode does not create a provider-patient relationship. Veterans should consult accredited representatives or qualified professionals regarding their individual claims or appeals.

"No matter what happens in your life... you're still the same person and everybody still loves you and you're worthy of being loved."In this powerful episode of Your Next Mission®, SMA (R) Tilley sits down with U.S. Marine Corps Veteran, two-time world champion, and Paralympic silver medalist, Dennis Connors. Dennis opens up about his nine years of service as a cryptologic linguist and counter-intelligence Marine, enduring three combat tours in Iraq, and the hidden struggles of severe PTSD and TBIs.The conversation chronicles Dennis's incredible path to the world stage, detailing how he survived a severe second stroke in 2020 that left his left side paralyzed, only to fight through nine months of physical therapy and learn to race on a tricycle. Dennis also breaks down his "Four Pillars of Perseverance"—Vulnerability, Self-Love, Disciplined Action, and Community—a framework he uses to conquer adversity and set his sights on a gold medal at the 2028 Los Angeles Paralympics.How do Military Veterans overcome undiagnosed PTSD and TBI?Who is Paralympic silver medalist Dennis Connors?What are the Four Pillars of Perseverance by Dennis Connors?How can Disabled Veterans transition into competitive adaptive sports?What is the process for a Disabled Veteran to join the Paralympics?How does endurance cycling help stroke survivors recover mobility?What is it like racing a tricycle in the Paralympic games?How did Marine Veteran Dennis Connors win a silver medal in Paris?What resources are available for Veterans struggling with mental health crises?How to qualify for Team USA adaptive sports programs?Support Your Next Mission® & The American Freedom Foundation: Website: yournextmission.org Explore our Job Board in partnership with  ⁨  @recruitmilitary   and OPLIGN to build your profile and match with careers in real-time.Follow SMA (R) Jack L. Tilley: Facebook, X, Instagram, YouTube, and LinkedIn. Don't forget to click the SUBSCRIBE button and hit the BELL icon to receive notifications for all upcoming video podcasts, #1 Video Podcast for Military Transition and Leadership.#YourNextMission #DennisConnors #TeamUSA #Paralympics #MarineCorps #StrokeSurvivor #AdaptiveCycling #Perseverance 

Can a private medical opinion outweigh a negative VA C&P exam?In this episode, Leah Bucholz — Army combat veteran, board-certified Physician Assistant, former VA C&P examiner, and founder of Prestige Veteran Medical Consulting — discusses how VA evaluates competing medical evidence and what actually makes a medical opinion persuasive.Leah explains:Whether VA must consider private medical opinionsWhat gives a medical opinion probative valueCommon weaknesses seen in some negative C&P examsWhy rationale matters more than conclusions aloneThe difference between disagreement and a true medical deficiencyWhen a rebuttal opinion may be appropriateWhy strong claims are built on evidence, consistency, and credible medical reasoningThe difference between medical analysis and legal strategyThis episode is intended for educational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice.Learn more about Prestige Veteran Medical Consulting:https://prestigeveteranmctx.com#Veterans #VAClaims #VADisability #CAndPExam #NexusLetter #MedicalOpinion #VeteranBenefits #VAAppeal #PrivateMedicalOpinion #VeteransDisability #VAClaimHelp

In this episode, Leah Bucholz — Army combat veteran, board-certified Physician Assistant, former VA C&P examiner, and founder of Prestige Veteran Medical Consulting — discusses some of the biggest mistakes veterans make after receiving a negative C&P exam.Leah breaks down the difference between medical and legal issues within VA disability claims, explains why understanding the rationale behind a negative medical opinion matters, and discusses when additional medical evidence may — or may not — actually help a case.This episode also covers:Common misconceptions surrounding negative C&P examsWhy veterans should carefully review the examiner's rationaleThe difference between medical deficiencies and legal/procedural issuesWhen a rebuttal medical opinion may be appropriateWhy emotional reactions can sometimes hurt claim developmentThe importance of consistency within medical recordsThe role of accredited attorneys and legal professionals in VA appealsWhy strong claims are built on evidence — not hype or “magic wording”This episode is intended for educational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice.Learn more about Prestige Veteran Medical Consulting:https://prestigeveteranmctx.com#Veterans #VAClaims #VADisability #CAndPExam #NexusLetter #VeteranBenefits #VAAppeals #MedicalOpinion #VeteransDisability #VAClaimHelp

Send us Fan MailWe talk with two veteran professionals from Berry Law about what it takes to move a VA disability claim forward when denials, confusion, and misinformation stack up. We break down how VA accreditation, deadlines, evidence, and clear expectations can turn a frustrating process into an organized plan. • why veterans are skeptical of law firms and how trust gets built • what VA accreditation means and why it protects veterans • how a case moves from intake to legal strategy to written appeals • common VA appeals process pitfalls like missed deadlines and incomplete forms • why PTSD claims often hinge on verifying a stressor • how nexus letters buddy statements and record details strengthen service connection • how increases work when symptoms get worse after a prior decision • the difference between temporary 100% Permanent and Total and TDIU • how spouses parents and kids can help start the process Go hit up the website. If you're a new veteran, if you're new to the veteran world and you're trying to file your claim and you're getting frustrated, give it a shot. You know, talk to them. It can't hurt.  Like, Subscribe and Share. If you have comments or suggestions email us at: vetsconnectionpodcast@gmail.com. You can also find the video of this podcast on our YouTube Channel - Vetsconnection Podcast

Don Crawford, a Navy SEAL Museum docent and retired Navy SEAL, shares how his journey from SEAL Team One in Vietnam to lead docent helps shape a world‑class museum experience for visitors and business leaders alike. Crawford talks about how lessons in leadership, teamwork, mission focus and community impact resonate with San Diego executives and their organizations. Listen Where You Live!About Spotlight and Cloudcast Media  "Spotlight On The Community" is the longest running community podcast in the country, continuously hosted by Drew Schlosberg for 20 years.  "Spotlight" is part of Cloudcast Media's line-up of powerful local podcasts, telling the stories, highlighting the people, and celebrating the gravitational power of local.   For more information on Cloudcast and its shows and cities served, please visit www.cloudcastmedia.us. Cloudcast Media | the national leader in local podcasting.   About Mission Fed Credit Union  A community champion for over 60 years, Mission Fed Credit Union with over $6 billion in member assets, is the Sponsor of Spotlight On The Community, helping to curate connectivity, collaboration, and catalytic conversations.  For more information on the many services for San Diego residents, be sure to visit them at https://www.missionfed.com/

Bongani Bingwa speaks to Irene Mpolweni, former Director-General of Military Veterans, about reports that 7,000 tablets purchased for military veterans at a cost of R53 million have remained unused for years. The discussion explores government planning, implementation failures and broader questions about how support programmes for veterans are designed and delivered. 702 Breakfast with Bongani Bingwa is broadcast on 702, a Johannesburg-based talk radio station. Bongani makes sense of the news, interviews the key newsmakers of the day, and holds those in power to account on your behalf. The team brings you all you need to know to start your day Thank you for listening. Listen live on Primedia+ weekdays from 6 am to 9 am (SA Time) https://buff.ly/gk3y0Kj For more from the show and catch-up podcasts, visit Primedia+ here https://buff.ly/zEcM35T Subscribe to the 702 Daily and Weekly Newsletters https://buff.ly/v5mfetc Let’s keep the conversation going online: 702 on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TalkRadio702 702 on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@talkradio702 702 on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkradio702/ 702 on X: https://x.com/Radio702 702 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@radio702 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this engaging interview, real estate investors Chris and Codie share their journey from military service to successful real estate entrepreneurs. They discuss the importance of relationships, strategic underwriting, and leveraging their military experience to build a thriving business in Jacksonville, North Carolina.   Professional Real Estate Investors - How we can help you: Investor Fuel Mastermind:  Learn more about the Investor Fuel Mastermind, including 100% deal financing, massive discounts from vendors and sponsors you're already using, our world class community of over 150 members, and SO much more here: http://www.investorfuel.com/apply   Investor Machine Marketing Partnership:  Are you looking for consistent, high quality lead generation? Investor Machine is America's #1 lead generation service professional investors. Investor Machine provides true 'white glove' support to help you build the perfect marketing plan, then we'll execute it for you…talking and working together on an ongoing basis to help you hit YOUR goals! Learn more here: http://www.investormachine.com   Coaching with Mike Hambright:  Interested in 1 on 1 coaching with Mike Hambright? Mike coaches entrepreneurs looking to level up, build coaching or service based businesses (Mike runs multiple 7 and 8 figure a year businesses), building a coaching program and more. Learn more here: https://investorfuel.com/coachingwithmike   Attend a Vacation/Mastermind Retreat with Mike Hambright: Interested in joining a "mini-mastermind" with Mike and his private clients on an upcoming "Retreat", either at locations like Cabo San Lucas, Napa, Park City ski trip, Yellowstone, or even at Mike's East Texas "Big H Ranch"? Learn more here: http://www.investorfuel.com/retreat   Property Insurance: Join the largest and most investor friendly property insurance provider in 2 minutes. Free to join, and insure all your flips and rentals within minutes! There is NO easier insurance provider on the planet (turn insurance on or off in 1 minute without talking to anyone!), and there's no 15-30% agent mark up through this platform!  Register here: https://myinvestorinsurance.com/   New Real Estate Investors - How we can work together: Investor Fuel Club (Coaching and Deal Partner Community): Looking to kickstart your real estate investing career? Join our one of a kind Coaching Community, Investor Fuel Club, where you'll get trained by some of the best real estate investors in America, and partner with them on deals! You don't need $ for deals…we'll partner with you and hold your hand along the way! Learn More here: http://www.investorfuel.com/club   —--------------------

Antonio Maldonado and Jake Martin are recruiters for the Service Technician Education Program (STEP) at BMW North America—and they go way beyond just recruiting. In this episode they break down how STEP works for automotive and collision students, what hands-on training from day one actually looks like, and how BMW is nurturing the next generation of technicians from first contact to career.During this episode we experienced some technical difficulties — we apologize for any inconvenience this may cause while listening.Watch the video recordingAbout the EpisodeHost: Jay Goninen, WrenchWay, jayg@wrenchway.comGuests: Antonio Maldonado, BMW North America, antonio.maldonado@bmwna.comJake Martin, BMW North America, jake.martin@bmwna.comLinks & ResourcesGet notified of new episodes --> Join our email listGet Started with TruVideo's Education Program for SchoolsJoin the ASE Connects CommunityASE Connects brings shops, dealerships, and schools together in one structured network to strengthen the technician pipeline. By making it easier to connect, collaborate, and support students through job shadows, internships, and classroom engagement, ASE Connects helps schools build stronger programs and helps shops develop a more consistent, local source of future technicians. Learn more:ASE Connects Memberships for Shops & DealersASE Connects Memberships for Schools (Free!)Connect with us on social:FacebookInstagramXLinkedInYouTubeTikTok

Send us Fan MailI sit down with lifelong friends from Clark Air Base and tell the stories that shaped our bonds, from culture shock and terror threats to moments that still hit decades later. We also talk about what happens when young troops face trauma with no real support, and how friendship, recovery, and purpose can finally fill that gap. • arriving at Clark Air Base as teenagers and feeling instant culture shock • a fellow airman assassinated off base and the operational ripple effect • the night escaped horses hit razor wire and the long tail of that memory • “kids taking care of kids” and the habit of going right back to work • K9 patrol life on a dark jungle perimeter with intruders and wildlife threats • earthquake response at a collapsed school and the weight of seeing children lost • Mount Pinatubo, lahar, ash, looting, evacuation choices, and coming home • post-military transitions into law enforcement, corrections, sobriety, and the VA • traumatic brain injury, delayed diagnosis, and what clarity looks like later • therapy through building things, podcasting, and blacksmithing If you like it, share it.  Like, Subscribe and Share. If you have comments or suggestions email us at: vetsconnectionpodcast@gmail.com. You can also find the video of this podcast on our YouTube Channel - Vetsconnection Podcast

What is war really like for the people who have lived through it? In this episode of the Mulligan Brothers Interviews Podcast, military veterans from the Special Air Service, United States Navy SEALs, Force Recon, Gurkhas, and other elite units share firsthand stories of combat, survival, fear, sacrifice, and the true reality of life at war. From Iraq and Afghanistan to Bosnia and Herzegovina and the Westgate shopping mall attack in Nairobi, these veterans talk about the moments that changed them forever. Ambushes, close calls, hostage situations, firefights, loss, and the harsh realization that even the most highly trained soldiers are never fully in control. This episode is not about glorifying war. It is about understanding the human cost behind it. The guests reflect on what it feels like to face death, how training takes over when everything goes wrong, and the role of faith, instinct, and mindset in survival. They also share how combat changes the way you see life, purpose, brotherhood, and service long after the battlefield is behind you. If you want a raw and honest look at war from the people who have stood inside it, this episode offers a rare window into the minds of elite military veterans. Topics include: • The reality of combat and war • SAS, Navy SEAL, Force Recon, and Gurkha experiences • Iraq, Afghanistan, Bosnia, and Nairobi • Ambushes, firefights, and survival stories • Fear, pressure, and close calls in combat • Brotherhood, sacrifice, and military service • Faith, purpose, and life after war Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Send us Fan MailWe go back to Clark Air Base in the late 1980s and talk honestly about why that overseas tour still sits in our bones. The stories land on one point we can all prove 30 years later: the people you leaned on back then can still show up for you now. • why Clark Air Base felt different from stateside duty • arriving in the Philippines and the culture shock of Manila and Angeles City • Security Police and canine work on a huge perimeter with constant pressure • how the assassinations and threat level changed daily life and schedules • why reunions turn old coworkers into brothers over time • the hard parts of transitioning out and starting over as a civilian • what it means to call a friend first when life falls apart • a real example of veterans helping veterans on short notice • living closeted in the 1980s military and the fear of being found out • how acceptance and friendship outlast time, distance, and loss If you like vintage collectibles, give Paul's Picker Palace. Like, Subscribe and Share. If you have comments or suggestions email us at: vetsconnectionpodcast@gmail.com. You can also find the video of this podcast on our YouTube Channel - Vetsconnection Podcast

A chain of specialty tea bars founded by a military veteran is expanding rapidly. Ambi's Chai serves tea blended with exotic spices - and its founder is proud his cafes are bringing communities closer.

The comprehensive program blends practical education, experiential learning, and personalized mentorship, providing a powerful foundation for veterans to launch and scale their own ventures. The program runs from June 10th through June 12th in Salt Lake City. You can go to patriotbootcamp.org to learn more and to register. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Four outspoken friends deliver another unfiltered ride: wild banter about EVs vs. gas guzzlers, brutal Trump tariffs that nearly bankrupted a business, the Iran war, college sports chaos, and the heavy cost of freedom. In this raw, hilarious, and heartfelt episode of Finding Common Ground, Bill, Odell, Kelly, and Maverick mix laughs with serious talk on politics, race, community, and why we still love America. To learn more, please visit our website The Common Ground This podcast is produced by BG Podcast Network. Bill Goebell Social: Bill's Website Rev. Odell Cleveland Social: Odell's Website Odell's Instagram Odell’s Facebook Books available on Amazon Odell's Patreon Odell's X P is for Prostate Podcast Marty “Maverick”Kotis Social: Mart's X Account Marty's Linkedin Mavericks with Marty Kotis Podcast Kelly Hahn Social: Kelly's LinkedIn Kelly's Instagram Chapters00:00 Introduction and Banter 02:21 Prayer and Racial Lenses 04:39 EVs, Gas Prices, and Porsche Rocket Ship Stories 07:00 Tariff Chaos and Business Impact 11:48 Property Taxes and Local Government Frustrations 16:33 Special Listener Shoutout and War Discussion 19:00 Rescued Pilot Story and Military Operations 23:48 Iran Conflict Analysis and Diplomacy Hopes 28:36 Hearts and Minds, Trolling, and Regime Change 33:20 War Profiteers, Oil Prices, and Ukraine Drones 38:03 College Sports, NIL, and the Wild West Era 42:40 NCAA Blame and Revenue Sharing Issues 47:26 Hubert Davis, Roy Williams, and Talent Dilution 51:58 Bill’s Campaign Manager Offer and Party Drama 54:25 Boy Scouts, Life Skills, and Youth Development 59:09 Feeder Programs, YMCA Partnerships, and Donor Stories 01:01:28 Cooking Class Tangent and Monk Blessings 01:05:03 ICE, Immigration, and Trump’s Promises 01:09:48 Kamala Harris, Rubio, and Political Flip-Flops 01:14:27 Furniture Market Struggles and Geopolitics 01:16:42 Honoring Fallen Soldiers and Airport Tribute 01:21:29 War Realities, PTSD, and Supporting Veterans 01:26:12 Iran as Terror Sponsor and Path to Peace 01:28:34 Ceasefire News and Final ReflectionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Steven Grayhm, is a Canadian-born actor, filmmaker and director. Steven received critical acclaim for his performance as Young Eddie in the film adaptation of Mitch Albom's best-selling novel, “The Five People You Meet In Heaven”, starring Academy Award Winner Jon Voight, Academy Award Nominee's Jeff Daniels and Ellen Burstyn and Emmy Winner Michael Imperioli. Steven also appeared as series lead Liam Cullen, in Netflix's post-apocalyptic drama “Between”, and Robert Zemeckis' big budget documentary-drama, “Medal of Honor". In 2020, Steven formed Team House Studios which empowers and trains Military Veterans in front and behind the camera. Through their Veteran Initiative, THS was honored to hire 17 Veterans and 5 Gold Star family members during the production of SHEEPDOG. The film is the first film that truly explores the physical and psychological repercussions of trauma with an empowering message that focuses on Post Traumatic Growth (PTG). It is a story about recovery, redemption and healing. Stevengrayhm.com@sgrayhmSheepdoTheMovie.comTeamHouseStudios.com

Sitting-in for Thom Hartmann is guest-host Jefferson Smith of the Democracy Nerd Podcast. As the next NO KINGS rally approaches this weekend we review even more of the reasons that the tyrannical regime must come to an end. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this episode, we delve into the remarkable experiences of Danny, a retired military veteran who spent years exploring the rugged backcountry surrounding Carson, Washington, deep within the forests of the Gifford Pinchot National Forest. Drawn to the wilderness for hiking, fishing, and searching for historic mining sites, Danny recounts a trip in the summer of 2004 that led to events he never expected to witness.While navigating remote logging roads and creeks in the mountains of Skamania County, Danny describes strange activity that unfolded over the course of a single trip into the forest. A quiet night in camp turned unsettling after something large made its presence known in the darkness. The following day brought another discovery along an abandoned road that suggested something massive had recently passed through the area.Later that afternoon, deep along a secluded forest road, Danny found himself standing only a short distance away from something he initially believed was part of the landscape itself. As the moment unfolded, he realized he was looking at something entirely different.Danny shares the details of that encounter, the environment where it happened, and what stood out most about the creature he observed. Join us as we explore Danny's experience in the remote wilderness of Washington and the moment that left a lasting impression on how he views the forests of the Pacific Northwest.

Send a textWe sit down with Marine veteran James Jackson to talk about the “creep up” of stress, stigma, and silence that can follow veterans long after service. We also unpack how Call On Me Foundation responds when the unthinkable happens by delivering immediate financial support and staying present for surviving families.• James' path from Virginia to the Marine Corps and Iraq deployment work on ordnance • Why comparing trauma shuts down veterans' stories and delays healing • The hard reality of transition after service and finding a new career lane • How Call On Me Foundation starts by helping one fallen Marine's family • The foundation's mission to provide immediate assistance after unexpected loss with a focus on suicide • What it feels like to call a grieving spouse and hear the full story • PTSD, anxiety, depression and the danger of letting it all boil over • Finding the right mental health support when the first provider is not a fit • Building partnerships with other veteran nonprofits for referrals and resources • Fundraising through events, corporate sponsors, and recurring donations that fuel rapid response go to the website and give them your money. If you liked it, please share it. Like, Subscribe and Share. If you have comments or suggestions email us at: vetsconnectionpodcast@gmail.com. You can also find the video of this podcast on our YouTube Channel - Vetsconnection Podcast

On this special edition of The Mark White Show, I'm sharing conversations recorded live at the Military, Veterans, and First Responders Suicide Prevention Summit in Enterprise, Alabama. Throughout the program, you'll hear from organizations and leaders who are working to support those who have served and those who continue to serve our communities. The show begins with Wiregrass Honor Flight's Travis Parker, an organization dedicated to honoring veterans by giving them the opportunity to visit the memorials built in their honor in Washington, D.C. I'm also speaking with Kevin Turley of AMVETS about the importance of connection and support within the veteran community. In addition, Justin Parker of Rally Point at the Summit shares how his organization is helping veterans and first responders find resources, relationships, and renewed purpose. These conversations highlight the importance of community, awareness, and making sure that no one in the military, veteran, or first responder community feels alone in their struggles. Real stories. Real people. Real impact. News That Unites!™️

On tonight's show, I'm having an important conversation with Jason Smith, a Marine veteran who now serves as Director of Veterans Programming at Florida Springs Wellness and Recovery Center. As a former law enforcement officer, this conversation hits close to home for me. We'll talk about the Military, Veterans, and First Responders Suicide Prevention Summit coming to Enterprise, Alabama, tomorrow (3/13) and why caring for those who protect us has to go beyond words. This is about real people, real tools, and real support for those who serve and those who stand beside them. Listen & share.

How to Hire a GM or Operator for Your Home Service Business (and Avoid a $100K Hiring Mistake)Scaling past $10M can expose a brutal truth: the leadership team that got you here might not be the team that gets you to $25M+. In this episode, John Wilson talks with Brendan Aronson (Founder of The Military Veteran, TMV), a recruiting firm that places military veterans into executive and operator roles at home service companies.They break down what an “operator” actually does in a growing HVAC, plumbing, or electrical business—how to know when you need one, and how to avoid the expensive hiring mistakes that come from unclear expectations and a sloppy process. Brendan shares why veterans often excel under pressure, what to look for in reference checks, and the biggest red flag after a senior hire: changing everything on Day 1.You'll learn:What a true GM/operator looks like in a $10M–$40M+ home service companyHow to test for performance under pressure (behavioral questions + reference checks)The #1 red flag: leaders who “rip up the carpet” immediatelyWhy the best operators listen first—and when fast change is required (safety/acute risk)How to build a real hiring pipeline (dozens screened → ~7 serious interviews)Host: John Wilson — https://x.com/WilsonCompanies Guest: Brendan Aronson (TMV) — https://themilvet.typeform.com/to/BDwkmCU0?typeform-source=www.themilvet.org

Joe Pags covers the latest developments surrounding Iran after strong comments from Pete Hegseth about U.S. and allied control in the region's airspace. What does that actually mean from a military standpoint—and how serious is the situation becoming? Pags walks through the implications and what Americans should be paying attention to. Then retired USAF Colonel and combat veteran Rob Maness joins the show for a deep, informative breakdown of the potential military strategy involving Iran. Why is this moment different from the past? Why didn't previous administrations take similar action? Maness explains the timing, the risks, and what could realistically happen next from the perspective of someone who's actually served in combat and understands the strategy behind it. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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This week on Lin. Woods Gospel Entertainment Podcast, Host, Lin. Woods welcomes gospel recording artist, songwriter, producer, and military veteran Michael B. Kirksey.He' shares  powerful new music and an even more powerful testimony.In this episode, Michael opens up about:✨ How God truly has a plan for your life ✨ The moment that nearly broke him ✨ Why knowing the business of music is just as important as the ministry ✨ And his personal revelation of Jeremiah 29:11This conversation is real. It's transparent. It's inspiring.If you've ever questioned your journey… if you've ever wondered whether God's promises still apply to you… this episode will encourage your heart and strengthen your faith.

Robert English is a realtor with Black Label Realty, he is also a successful real estate investor as the CEO of Cash Buys Properties. As a proud U.S. Military Veteran he has built his career on the foundation of service, integrity, and commitment. Today he brings that same tenacity to the real estate industry. He has a deep understanding of the buying, selling, and renovation process. His business specializes in purchasing homes for cash, renovating, and bringing them back the market.His story is so inspirational, from addiction starting at 14 years old, having a child early, eventually going to prison, and then completely changing his life and finding GOD!He is now beyond successful and such a wealth of knowledge, care, and respect.Hope you all enjoy... KEEPGOING!Follow Robert:IG - Robert English (@theroberte)FB - Robert English | FacebookFollow me:Youtube: ⁠Keep Going Podcast - YouTube⁠IG- https://www.instagram.com/zdsellsokc/FB- https://www.facebook.com/ZDsellsOKC/Website: ⁠https://keepgoingpodcast.carrd.co/⁠ ⁠Click here to be a guest on Keep Going Podcast⁠: ⁠https://form.jotform.com/252251121299149

This conversation with Doug Katz went deeper than expected, but it was SO good! Doug is a retired Military Veteran who has used his disability as inspiration to create adaptive items. He just started selling the Nulu adaptive knife last summer - it's inspired by the Inuit Ulu, but adjusted to accommodate his and others' disability. Talking with Doug, I learned that there are Adaptive Libraries across the country, so that someone can try an item before buying. The conversation got deep when we went into whether a disability is really a disability, which may have gone a little off topic, but I felt like it was too important a thread to not pull on, and I'm glad we did. This is a topic that I've thought a lot about, but haven't really had the chance to vocalize, and I imagine Doug is always ready to go into it.I love Doug's entrepreneurial spirit and his inventor mind - and how he's working to extend independence for people.Here's Doug's website for Nulu Knives: https://nuluknives.com/He's on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/d.m.katzHe's on Facebook here: https://www.facebook.com/DOUGLASMKATZ/If you loved this ability convo and would like Doug to speak, here's his speaker link: https://dougkatz8.wixsite.com/douglasmkatzSend me a message!Support the showLike this episode? Send me a message! Please follow the podcast on Instagram here YouTube channel Email me at amysgardenjam@gmail.com Amy's Garden Jam site (podcast has its own tab on this site!) Amy's email newsletter: How Do I Get There From Here by Jane Bolduc - hear more at https://www.janebolduc.com/Podcast cover by Becca Kofron- follow here on Instagram here https://www.instagram.com/skate_cute_but_loud/ and check out her awesome art projects. Grounded in Maine Podcast is hosted by Buzzsprout, the easiest podcast hosting platform with the BEST customer service! Learn more at https://www.buzzsprout.com/?referrer_id=1851361 You can support this podcast one time (or many) with the Buy me a coffee/Hot Chocolate link here: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/groundedinmaine Grounded in Maine Podcast is sponsored by ESG Review. Learn more about the good they're doing at https://...

After a week off filming a comedy special in Indianapolis, the Kokomo Press Podcast is back and filled with some amazing guests!!!Host Jordan Grainger and Co-Host Sean D return to the studio with two amazing creatives filling out the room!!!Returning to the show this week is Actor, Comedian, and Hip-Hop Artist Kaleb Sample aka OddUnique who always brings enough energy to power a Stadium.Also here and making his debut on the show this week is Military Veteran, Mental Health Advocate, and Hip-Hop Artist Frank Dillman aka Floetic and it's been a long time coming getting him in studio!The panel waded through a large swath of topics including their shared experiences being active fathers, avid creatives, and sports lovers, weighing the pros and cons of a vasectomy, getting stuck over-analyzing things creatively, and even finding friendly competition in creative spaces.So many great ideas and laughs for one episode and you can check it all out right now on this week's amazingly fun episode of, the Kokomo Press Podcast!!!@thekokomopress on YouTube, Facebook, and instagram.Jordan Danger Grainger is @ultrajoyed on twitter, facebook, and tiktok.Cortni Richardson is @cortni88 on instagram and @cortni_lean on twitter.Brian West is @veinypeckerpete on twitter and @westjr.brian on instagram.Sean D. is @SeanDIsFunny everywhere!

Chinese President Xi Jinping, also chair of the Central Military Commission, has extended Spring Festival greetings to the country's military veterans.

On tonight's show, I'm having an important conversation with Jason Smith, a Marine veteran who now serves as Director of Veterans Programming at Florida Springs Wellness and Recovery Center. As a former law enforcement officer, this conversation hits close to home for me. We'll talk about the Military, Veterans, and First Responders Suicide Prevention Summit coming to Enterprise, Alabama, on March 13th, and why caring for those who protect us has to go beyond words. This is about real people, real tools, and real support for those who serve and those who stand beside them. Listen & share.

On tonight's show, I'm having an important conversation with Jason Smith, a Marine veteran who now serves as Director of Veterans Programming at Florida Springs Wellness and Recovery Center. As a former law enforcement officer, this conversation hits close to home for me. We'll talk about the Military, Veterans, and First Responders Suicide Prevention Summit coming to Enterprise, Alabama, on March 13th, and why caring for those who protect us has to go beyond words. This is about real people, real tools, and real support for those who serve and those who stand beside them. Listen & share.

What if psychedelics could transform the way we treat trauma, chronic pain, and insomnia? This week, neuroscientist and psychedelic researcher Grace Blest-Hopley joins the show to break down the research on psychedelics and female biology. She discusses how psychedelics work in the brain, and the ways that psychedelic-assisted therapies might be beneficial for women in midlife. Links to resources mentioned in this episode: Hystelica’s resources on psychedelic retreats The Heroic Hearts Project Psychedelics and Neuroplasticity: A Systematic Review Unraveling the Biological Underpinnings of Psychedelics Exploring the Therapeutic Effects of Psychedelics Administered to Military Veterans in Naturalistic Retreat Settings The acute effects of classic psychedelics on memory in humans Psilocybin with psychological support for treatment-resistant depression: six-month follow-up Single-Dose Psilocybin for a Treatment-Resistant Episode of Major Depression Psilocybin produces substantial and sustained decreases in depression and anxiety in patients with life-threatening cancer: A randomized double-blind trial Johns Hopkins study on psychedelics and Alzheimer’s Note: In this show, we use “women” as shorthand for people with XX chromosomes. We understand sex and gender are more complex, and acknowledge the experiences we describe reach beyond that word.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Clement Manyathela speaks to Dakota Legoete, the Chairperson of Parliament’s Portfolio Committee on Defence and Military Veterans about the allegations that the SANDF failed to implement an instruction from President Cyril Ramaphosa on Iran’s involvement in the Will for Peace naval exercise.The Clement Manyathela Show is broadcast on 702, a Johannesburg based talk radio station, weekdays from 09:00 to 12:00 (SA Time). Clement Manyathela starts his show each weekday on 702 at 9 am taking your calls and voice notes on his Open Line. In the second hour of his show, he unpacks, explains, and makes sense of the news of the day. Clement has several features in his third hour from 11 am that provide you with information to help and guide you through your daily life. As your morning friend, he tackles the serious as well as the light-hearted, on your behalf. Thank you for listening to a podcast from The Clement Manyathela Show. Listen live on Primedia+ weekdays from 09:00 and 12:00 (SA Time) to The Clement Manyathela Show broadcast on 702 https://buff.ly/gk3y0Kj For more from the show go to https://buff.ly/XijPLtJ or find all the catch-up podcasts here https://buff.ly/p0gWuPE Subscribe to the 702 Daily and Weekly Newsletters https://buff.ly/v5mfetc Follow us on social media: 702 on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/TalkRadio702 702 on TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@talkradio702 702 on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkradio702/ 702 on X: https://x.com/Radio702 702 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@radio702 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

America's manufacturing sector continues to face a critical skilled labor shortage—but one highly capable talent pool often goes overlooked: military veterans. In this episode of Advanced Manufacturing Now, host Rachel Thomas, editor at SME Media, is joined by Michael McConnell, senior editor at SME Media, to discuss his upcoming February feature in Manufacturing Engineering & Technology magazine.

Watch The X22 Report On Video No videos found (function(w,d,s,i){w.ldAdInit=w.ldAdInit||[];w.ldAdInit.push({slot:17532056201798502,size:[0, 0],id:"ld-9437-3289"});if(!d.getElementById(i)){var j=d.createElement(s),p=d.getElementsByTagName(s)[0];j.async=true;j.src="https://cdn2.decide.dev/_js/ajs.js";j.id=i;p.parentNode.insertBefore(j,p);}})(window,document,"script","ld-ajs");pt> Click On Picture To See Larger Picture The [CB] is losing control of the economy, they wanted a crash instead Trump has turned it around and the economy is growing very quickly. The D’s are trying to convince the people that the economy is worse than what Trump is letting on, this will fail.Watch gold, silver and Bitcoin. The [DS] tried to gain control the military by having the seditious 6 tell the military not to obey, Trump gives them a dividend check to show he cares about them. The Epstein files were released, it all points to the Clinton’s and the D’s. The entire plan backfired on the [DS], boomerang. Every step of the way they are feeling the pain. The [DS] wants war and Trump is fighting against those countries who are suppose to be our allies. He will get peace in the end. Economy (function(w,d,s,i){w.ldAdInit=w.ldAdInit||[];w.ldAdInit.push({slot:18510697282300316,size:[0, 0],id:"ld-8599-9832"});if(!d.getElementById(i)){var j=d.createElement(s),p=d.getElementsByTagName(s)[0];j.async=true;j.src="https://cdn2.decide.dev/_js/ajs.js";j.id=i;p.parentNode.insertBefore(j,p);}})(window,document,"script","ld-ajs"); Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent BODIES Elizabeth “Pocahontas” Warren with a Devastating Reminder After She Claims Trump is Setting the Stage for the Next Economic Crash  Senator Elizabeth “Pocahontas” Warren (D-MA) made a poor decision trying to school Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent earlier this week, and it spectacularly backfired. https://twitter.com/atrupar/status/2000915011154112623?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw%7Ctwcamp%5Etweetembed%7Ctwterm%5E2000915011154112623%7Ctwgr%5E4c8d9bec902c32b0cd01ee05619255f6315a3493%7Ctwcon%5Es1_c10&ref_url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.thegatewaypundit.com%2F2025%2F12%2Ftreasury-secretary-scott-bessent-bodies-elizabeth-pocahontas-warren%2F  substantial increase in private credit which is outside of the regulated banking system — that tells me that the regulated system is too constrained.” https://twitter.com/SenWarren/status/2001375798947885283?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw%7Ctwcamp%5Etweetembed%7Ctwterm%5E2001375798947885283%7Ctwgr%5E4c8d9bec902c32b0cd01ee05619255f6315a3493%7Ctwcon%5Es1_c10&ref_url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.thegatewaypundit.com%2F2025%2F12%2Ftreasury-secretary-scott-bessent-bodies-elizabeth-pocahontas-warren%2F https://twitter.com/SecScottBessent/status/2002138930410324028?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw%7Ctwcamp%5Etweetembed%7Ctwterm%5E2002138930410324028%7Ctwgr%5E4c8d9bec902c32b0cd01ee05619255f6315a3493%7Ctwcon%5Es1_c10&ref_url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.thegatewaypundit.com%2F2025%2F12%2Ftreasury-secretary-scott-bessent-bodies-elizabeth-pocahontas-warren%2F  Administration. Over-regulation is not the solution to what ails the American banking system. Rigorous, responsible supervision is. The initial report on the 2023 debacle by former Vice Chairman for Supervision, Michael Barr, was an exercise in obfuscation and sophistry. The American people deserve supervisors who are not asleep at the wheel, and the incoming Chairman of the Federal Reserve should undertake a thorough investigation of the systemic and oversight failures that led to that disaster. Source: thegaetwaypundit.com Trump announces that they've sold $1.3 BILLION worth of Gold Cards within Days Political/Rights https://twitter.com/RepJamesComer/status/2002011743254380602?s=20 More than a dozen politically exposed people and government officials’ names appear in the hundreds of thousands of pages of Jeffrey Epstein files made public Friday, sources said. And Deputy Attorney General Todd Blanche said the DOJ discovered more than 1,200 victims and their families during the exhaustive review, explaining the process behind determining which files could be released in a letter to Congress exclusively obtained by Fox News Digital. https://twitter.com/Badhombre/status/2002388917618610413?s=20   home in New York to solicit money for her campaign and the DCCC. FBI was warned that Jeffrey Epstein was into child porn — but ignored it for 10 years, docs show   A former employee of late sex predator Jeffrey Epstein alerted the FBI that he was interested in “child pornography” and that he threatened to “burn her house down” decades before Epstein became an international fixation — but feds apparently did nothing. Source: nypost.com   If there was every anything about Trump, it would have been released before he reached the bottom of the escalator in 2015, the Comey FBI would have leaked it, and the Dems would have brought it up at some point while Biden was in office. But none of that happened. Why? Because Epstein leads to the Dems, and people like myself have been trying to warn the world about it for 10+ years.  https://twitter.com/WarClandestine/status/2002408563193368834?s=20  and it worked brilliantly. Could you imagine if in Trump's first term he released all this stuff about Epstein? The public would not have believed it, and the Dems/MSM would have claimed it was all politically motivated and fabricated by Trump. The only way this Epstein disclosure was going to work, was to get the public to beg for it. So that's what Trump did. https://twitter.com/MikeBenzCyber/status/2002450017647301084?s=20 https://twitter.com/WarClandestine/status/2002530633394934144?s=20   partner with Wolfe via the TerraMar project, which is also connected to the Clintons and the Clinton Foundation. What is Nathan Wolfe known for? Searching for bat coronaviruses in Ukraine via USAID Project PREDICT, via his biolab company, Metabiota, which was funded via Rosemont Seneca, which is partially owned by Hunter Biden. Russia accused Wolfe and his biolab company of creating genome-specific biological weapons in Ukraine. This situation has been addressed by RFK Jr. and Tulsi multiple times, and has been a major topic at the UN for over 3 years now. So Epstein had an interest in eugenics and he had financial/social connections to virologists who were making genome-specific biological weapons via USAID grants in Ukraine. Nathan Wolfe even directly thanked Epstein in his 2011 book “The Viral Storm: The Dawn of the New Pandemic Age” where Wolfe predicted the COVID pandemic 8 years before it happened… So what am I getting at? I think Epstein had plans to engage in ethnic cleansing/population control/genocide via biological weapon, and I think he had something to do with Covid. Epstein is at the epicenter of the Deep State empire. He was essentially a real life James Bond villain. The timing could not be worse. He and Hillary are in the middle of trying to fight subpoenas to testify in person to the House Oversight Committee on the Epstein matter and what they might know. They want to submit sworn statements. Republican Committee Chair James Comer (KY-1) wants to be able to question and cross-examine them in person.  DOGE Geopolitical U.S. Snatches Venezuela Oil Tanker in Dark‑Hour Strike on Narco‑Terror Funding In a stealth operation carried out before dawn on Dec. 20, the U.S. Coast Guard—working alongside the Department of War—seized an oil tanker last seen in the terrorist state of Venezuela. The United States accused the ship's operators of moving sanctioned crude to fuel narco‑terror activity. Officials issued a stark warning to traffickers: “We will find you, and we will stop you. https://twitter.com/Sec_Noem/status/2002481990755627050?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw%7Ctwcamp%5Etweetembed%7Ctwterm%5E2002481990755627050%7Ctwgr%5E0acb5b51ea0ddfb03f7a0e25a375c9245159ce68%7Ctwcon%5Es1_c10&ref_url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.breitbart.com%2Ft%2Fassets%2Fhtml%2Ftweet-5.html2002481990755627050 https://twitter.com/PeteHegseth/status/2002504193924342003?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw%7Ctwcamp%5Etweetembed%7Ctwterm%5E2002504193924342003%7Ctwgr%5E1410e2476c70f24b31810862ee2f8e034c77bc3e%7Ctwcon%5Es1_c10&ref_url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.breitbart.com%2Ft%2Fassets%2Fhtml%2Ftweet-5.html2002504193924342003  conduct maritime interdiction operations — through OPERATION SOUTHERN SPEAR — to dismantle illicit criminal networks. Violence, drugs, and chaos will not control the Western Hemisphere. Source: breitbart.com U.S. imposes sanctions on family and associates of Venezuela’s Maduro and his wife The United States on Friday imposed sanctions on family members and associates of Nicolás Maduro and his wife, as Washington ratchets up pressure on the Venezuelan president. The U.S. Treasury Department said in a statement that it had imposed sanctions on seven people it said were tied to Maduro and his wife. U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent accused them of “propping up Nicolás Maduro’s rogue narcostate.” “ Source: cbc.ca War/Peace Zelenskyy Announces Eastern Ukraine Citizens Will Not Be Allowed to Vote in Elections Ukraine President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has agreed to hold elections if there is a ceasefire.  However, eastern Ukraine citizens, those currently living in the Donbas region, who are supportive of Russia, will not be permitted to vote. This creates a rather bizarre official hypocrisy within the Zelenskyy regime.  The official position of Zelenskyy is that Eastern Ukraine will never be accepted as a part of the Russian federation. Zelenskyy has recently noted, with EU leadership support, that his government will never recognize Eastern Ukraine as part of the Russian federation.  However, this same region, approximately 20% of Ukraine, will not be permitted to participate in his controlled election. Essentially, any Ukraine resident who does not support Zelenskyy will not be permitted to vote in any election, if any election is ever permitted.  Additionally, Zelenskyy notes that “there is the practice of voting abroad,” however, any region not controlled by Zelenskyy cannot submit votes. Source: zerohedge.com A Lie And Propaganda’: Gabbard Fact-Checks Reuters’ Russia Scaremongering In Real Time    Reuters posted an anonymously-sourced story pushing the idea that Russia is bent on reconstituting the Soviet Union. Before the metaphorical ink had dried, Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard pounced, condemning the story as “a lie and propaganda” on behalf of “warmongers” seeking to derail President Trump’s drive to end the long and bloody Ukraine war.   Reuters vaguely attributed the purported US intelligence conclusions about Russia to “six sources familiar with US intelligence.”    https://twitter.com/DNIGabbard/status/2002484806978834862?s=20  narrative to block President Trump's peace effort, and fomenting hysteria and fear among the people to get them to support the escalation of war, which is what NATO and the EU really want in order to pull the United States military directly into war with Russia. The truth is the US intelligence community has briefed policymakers, including the Democrat HPSCI member quoted by Reuters, that US Intelligence assesses that Russia seeks to avoid a larger war with NATO. It also assesses that, as the last few years have shown, Russia's battlefield performance indicates it does not currently have the capability to conquer and occupy all of Ukraine, let alone Europe. https://twitter.com/TulsiGabbard/status/2002503405156151648?s=20   invade/conquer Europe (in order to gin up support for their pro-war policies). The truth is that ‘US intelligence' assesses that Russia does not even have the capability to conquer and occupy Ukraine, what to speak of ‘invading and occupying' Europe.   Source: zerohedge.com WATCH: US CENTCOM Releases Footage from Operation Hawkeye Strikes Against 70+ ISIS Targets  US Central Command released footage from Operation Hawkeye strikes against ISIS militants and facilities on Friday night. “Tonight, U.S. and Jordanian forces struck 70+ ISIS targets in Syria with 100+ precision munitions. Peace through strength,” CENTCOM said on X. This is one of 10 operations conducted in Syria and Iraq since the December 13 ambush in Syria, which left multiple American service members injured and two soldiers and a civilian interpreter killed. Twenty-three terrorist operatives have been killed or detained, according to CENTCOM. “We will continue to relentlessly pursue terrorists who seek to harm Americans and our partners across the region,” CENTCOM Commander Admiral Brad Cooper said. TAMPA, Fla.- Following the attack on U.S. and partner forces last Saturday, U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM) commenced Operation Hawkeye Strike at 4 pm ET against ISIS in Syria, Dec. 19, at the Commander in Chief's direction. Source: thegatewaypundit.com   of Syria, led by a man who is working very hard to bring Greatness back to Syria, and is fully in support. All terrorists who are evil enough to attack Americans are hereby warned — YOU WILL BE HIT HARDER THAN YOU HAVE EVER BEEN HIT BEFORE IF YOU, IN ANY WAY, ATTACK OR THREATEN THE U.S.A. DONALD J. TRUMP PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA Medical/False Flags [DS] Agenda https://twitter.com/ElectionWiz/status/2002717078722052256?s=20  reclassify serious crimes as less severe “intermediate offenses” that are not publicly reported. https://twitter.com/EndWokeness/status/2002421989886075083?s=20 BREAKING: HUD Sec. Scott Turner CONFIRMS major investigation into Boston for anti-white public housing discrimination“They were using discriminatory housing policies in their city! We found a quote on their website that said they will integrate ‘racial equity at every level of city government.'”“They put race above reality. They put race above merit and need. Our job at HUD is to enforce and uphold the fair housing – and they were evading and encouraging landlords and property owners to evade the Fair Housing Act!”“They have been put on NOTICE. We uphold and enforce this law.” https://twitter.com/EricLDaugh/status/2002091915819253766?s=20  weaponized against Minnesota!” GOOD. IT’S CALLED ACCOUNTABILITY, TIM. “They’re threatening us with this. And this is what happens when you have a floundering presidency, and it is about those ballrooms and everything else. Now we’re back on transgender folks. And these are healthcare providers providing the best guidance to parents and children to get their care.” “It’s on every front! It’s CDLs, it’s transportation money, it’s money across the board that they have weaponized!” He should be worried. https://twitter.com/AAGDhillon/status/2002596210620969230?s=20 https://twitter.com/ScottAdamsSays/status/2002531244131991931?s=20 https://twitter.com/cb_doge/status/2001646253655097726?s=20 https://twitter.com/RapidResponse47/status/2002203857955549464?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw%7Ctwcamp%5Etweetembed%7Ctwterm%5E2002203857955549464%7Ctwgr%5E7d1378774cdcbdfe43552d1c5b5ef213bd4f721f%7Ctwcon%5Es1_c10&ref_url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.breitbart.com%2Ft%2Fassets%2Fhtml%2Ftweet-5.html2002203857955549464 President Trump's Plan Democrats Have Devised a Plan to Compete With Turning Point USA for Young Voters and it's Going to be a Disaster Democrats have decided that they need to have their own version of Turning Point USA in order to appeal to young voters and what they have come up with is the most Democrat thing ever. It's going to be a total disaster. It's called the ‘DNC National Youth Coordinated Table'. It's not a grassroots group, it's completely fabricated. And you can just imagine how meetings of this group are going to go, with mini-groups within the group fighting for dominance and power. Newsweek reported on this: Source: thegatewaypundit.com https://twitter.com/CynicalPublius/status/2002577300802711720?s=20 DOJ Appeals Controversial Ruling That Disqualified Trump-Appointed U.S. Attorney Lindsey Halligan, Resulting in the Dismissal of Charges Against Letitia James and James Comey The Department of Justice has formally appealed a controversial ruling that disqualified Interim U.S. Attorney Lindsey Halligan, a decision that directly led to the dismissal of federal charges against James Comey and Letitia James. According to a Notice of Appeal filed on December 19, the Trump-led DOJ is asking the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fourth Circuit to overturn a lower-court ruling that declared Halligan's appointment unconstitutional and voided every prosecutorial action she took while in office. Source: thegatewaypundit.com JUST IN: DOJ Wins Motion to Unseal Documents on Investigation into Trump Shooter Thomas Crooks The Department of Justice announced that it successfully moved to unseal documents related to the investigation into would-be Trump assassin Thomas Crooks.  “The Department of Justice received court approval to disclose to Congress documents gathered as part of the FBI's investigation of Thomas Crooks and his attempt to assassinate President Trump,” the Western District of Pennsylvania announced on X. A copy of the motion and order can be found here. Source: thegatewaypundit.com https://twitter.com/AAGDhillon/status/2002596363138445539?s=20 Justice Department Sues Four States Including Georgia After Secretary of State Brad Raffensperger Sides With Democrats in Failure to Produce Voter Rolls https://twitter.com/AAGDhillon/status/2001775020566286614?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw%7Ctwcamp%5Etweetembed%7Ctwterm%5E2001775020566286614%7Ctwgr%5Ee92dad24c2453e3b35c6a465ec1523cafbc35499%7Ctwcon%5Es1_c10&ref_url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.thegatewaypundit.com%2F2025%2F12%2Fjustice-department-sues-four-states-including-georgia-after%2F Source: thegatewaypundit.com https://twitter.com/MAGAVoice/status/2001992915850260516?s=20 https://twitter.com/MarkPaoletta/status/2002483634251461079?s=20   memorial to President John F. Kennedy and now additionally honors President Donald J. Trump, who has brought America back and saved the Trump-Kennedy Center. The Board's action is permissible under the statute and no legislation is necessary. The Board’s action does nothing to change the statutory title. Instead, the Board has–in line with longstanding Executive Branch practice–designated a new name. For example, The Office of the Federal Chief Information Officer, within the Office of Management & Budget, is designated by statute as the “Office of Electronic Government.” But it's long gone by the name “Office of the Federal Chief Information Officer” in official, public, and internal communications. Similarly, the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau is designated by statute as the “Bureau of Consumer Financial Protection.” But since the beginning, the agency has long gone by the name Consumer Financial Protection Bureau or CFPB in all official communications, correspondence with the Hill, titles and signage on its buildings. The “United States Institute of Peace” was established by statute but was renamed by the Department of State as the “Donald J. Trump United States Institute of Peace.” The Department of War was established as the “Department of Defense” by statute in 1947. Earlier this year, President Trump authorized the use of the name “Department of War” and the name is now etched on the Pentagon's building and in official correspondence and public communications. It is entirely fitting for the Board of Trustees to vote to add President Trump to the title so that this Center is now named The Donald J. Trump And The John F. Kennedy Memorial Center for the Performing Arts. President Trump has provided superb leadership at every level to save the Kennedy Center from financial ruin and wokeness, and to bring our national treasure to new heights! Thank you, @kencen Board of Trustees for honoring President Trump. I have been going to the Kennedy Center for decades and have never seen such energy and excitement as I did at the Christmas tree lighting and Noel performance. The Golden Age is here!   AND ORDER. As your next Governor, Bruce will continue to fight hard to Grow the Economy, Cut Taxes, and Regulations, Promote MADE IN THE U.S.A., Champion American Energy DOMINANCE, Strengthen our Military/Veterans, Advance Election Integrity, and Protect our always under siege Second Amendment!   Bruce Blakeman is a FANTASTIC guy, will win the big November Election and, without hesitation, has my Complete and Total Endorsement for Governor of the ONCE GREAT STATE OF NEW YORK (IT CAN BE GREAT AGAIN!). BRUCE BLAKEMAN WILL NEVER LET YOU DOWN!  (function(w,d,s,i){w.ldAdInit=w.ldAdInit||[];w.ldAdInit.push({slot:13499335648425062,size:[0, 0],id:"ld-7164-1323"});if(!d.getElementById(i)){var j=d.createElement(s),p=d.getElementsByTagName(s)[0];j.async=true;j.src="//cdn2.customads.co/_js/ajs.js";j.id=i;p.parentNode.insertBefore(j,p);}})(window,document,"script","ld-ajs");

In this episode of The Jason Cavness Experience, Jason sits down with Curt Maier. A U.S. Military Veteran, nuclear submarine reactor operator, engineer, and now M&A focused business leader who buys, builds, and transforms companies using a systems-driven mindset forged under extreme pressure. Curt shares what it was really like working on nuclear submarine reactors, how the Navy shaped his discipline and problem-solving, and why the engineering habits he learned underwater still guide every business decision he makes today. Jason and Curt dive into the lessons from nuclear operations that apply directly to leadership, M&A strategy, business turnarounds, systems thinking, and running companies in the real world. Curt explains how he evaluates businesses, what founders usually get wrong, and why Veterans often make exceptional operators and acquirers. This episode blends military intensity, engineering precision, and entrepreneurial execution a rare combination and an incredibly valuable one.  Topics Discussed:  • What it's actually like to serve aboard nuclear submarines • The mindset required to operate and maintain nuclear reactors • How nuclear engineering habits translate directly into business leadership • The transition from military engineering to entrepreneurship • How Curt evaluates companies for acquisition • What most business buyers overlook during due diligence • Systems thinking: the common link between reactors and businesses • Why Veterans excel at M&A, operations, and turnarounds • Curt's career path from submariner → engineer → founder → acquirer • The realities of buying and fixing businesses • Lessons from high-stakes decision-making • The future of engineering, leadership, and Veteran entrepreneurship • Curtis' advice for Veterans considering acquisition entrepreneurship Support CavnessHR Help Build the Future of Small Business HR CavnessHR is creating an AI-native HR system built specifically for small businesses with 49 or fewer employees combining automation with a dedicated HR Business Partner.  Here's how you can support the mission:

Jesse Kelly honors those who served in the United States Military on Veterans Day alongside fellow former Marine Tom Sauer. After that, Jesse dives into the push to repeal and replace Obamacare. Jesse also speaks with Jillian Michaels about the state of the Democrat Party. Plus, a bunch of Supreme Court news to hit with Professor William A. Jacobson. I'm Right with Jesse Kelly on The First TV Cowboy Colostrum: Get 25% Off Cowboy Colostrum with code JESSETV at https://www.cowboycolostrum.com/JESSETV Pure Talk: Go to https://www.puretalk.com/JESSETV and save 50% off your first month. Choq: Visit https://choq.com/jessetv for a 17.76% discount on your CHOQ subscription for lifeFollow The Jesse Kelly Show on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheJesseKellyShowSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Rich Zeoli Show- Full Show (11/03/2025): 3:05pm- Polling data suggests that enthusiasm for Jack Ciattarelli's campaign to be the next governor of New Jersey is at a whopping 91%! Is there similar enthusiasm for Mikie Sherrill? It doesn't seem like it. Over the weekend, former President Barack Obama attended a campaign rally for Sherrill drawing only 3,000 people. Rich notes that a comparable number of Ciattarelli supporters gathered at the Wildwood boardwalk last month—even though there wasn't a former president boosting turnout. 3:30pm- KC Crosbie—Co-Chair of the Republican National Committee—joins The Rich Zeoli Show to preview Election Day in New Jersey. Crosbie believes that if Republican voters get out and vote, Jack Ciattarelli will be the next governor of NJ. 3:40pm- During a discussion with progressive podcaster Brian Tyler Cohen, Bill Maher said of Zohran Mamdani's likely mayoral win: "He definitely has the power and influence to elect JD Vance, or whoever is the Republican candidate next time. It is a walking commercial for the Republican Party, nationally." 3:50pm- New York Governor Kathy Hochul suggested that Zohran Mamdani cannot fund his agenda because she won't agree to massive tax increases. 4:00pm- Congressman Dan Meuser—Representative for Pennsylvania's 9th Congressional District—joins The Rich Zeoli Show and reacts to President Donald Trump's big endorsement on Truth Social. Trump wrote: “Congressman Dan Meuser is an America First Patriot who is doing an incredible job representing Pennsylvania's 9th Congressional District! A very successful Businessman, former Secretary of Revenue of Pennsylvania, and now, as U.S. Congressman, Dan has strongly served his Community with a career “loaded up” with accolades and wins. In Congress, he is working hard to Grow our Economy, Cut Taxes and Regulations, Promote MADE IN THE U.S.A., Champion American Energy DOMINANCE, Keep our now very Secure Border, SECURE, Stop Migrant Crime, Strengthen our Military/Veterans, and Protect our always under siege Second Amendment. Dan Meuser has my Complete and Total Endorsement for Re-Election — HE WILL NEVER LET YOU DOWN!” Congressman Meuser also discusses his experience working alongside Mikie Sherill in the House of Representatives—she's no moderate: “I don't really associate with her that much because—what's the point? It's the extremism of the left.” 4:30pm- While appearing on CNN, House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries was asked if Zohran Mamdani is the future of the Democratic Party? Jeffries said no—and then quickly changed the subject. 5:05pm- State Senator Mike Testa—Republican Whip & Representing District 1 (Atlantic, Cape May, and Cumberland Counties) in the New Jersey State Senate—joins The Rich Zeoli Show to preview Election Day in NJ. 5:30pm- Kamala Harris's book tour is still unfolding—and it's not going particularly well. She's constantly criticizing Joe Biden, accusing him of making the 2024 election all about himself, and cursing up a storm! Is she attempting to be authentic and likable? It seems to be failing. 6:00pm- California Governor Gavin Newsom continues to defend Joe Biden's performance as president, George Clooney defends his outsized role in replacing Biden as the 2024 Democratic presidential candidate, and former CIA Director John Brennan loses his mind after being confronted about his inaccurate claim that the Hunter Biden laptop was merely Russian disinformation. 6:15pm- Tonight, President Donald Trump is holding a “tele-rally” for Jack Ciattarelli. 6:30pm Penn State Basketball!

The Rich Zeoli Show- Hour 2: 4:00pm- Congressman Dan Meuser—Representative for Pennsylvania's 9th Congressional District—joins The Rich Zeoli Show and reacts to President Donald Trump's big endorsement on Truth Social. Trump wrote: “Congressman Dan Meuser is an America First Patriot who is doing an incredible job representing Pennsylvania's 9th Congressional District! A very successful Businessman, former Secretary of Revenue of Pennsylvania, and now, as U.S. Congressman, Dan has strongly served his Community with a career “loaded up” with accolades and wins. In Congress, he is working hard to Grow our Economy, Cut Taxes and Regulations, Promote MADE IN THE U.S.A., Champion American Energy DOMINANCE, Keep our now very Secure Border, SECURE, Stop Migrant Crime, Strengthen our Military/Veterans, and Protect our always under siege Second Amendment. Dan Meuser has my Complete and Total Endorsement for Re-Election — HE WILL NEVER LET YOU DOWN!” Congressman Meuser also discusses his experience working alongside Mikie Sherill in the House of Representatives—she's no moderate: “I don't really associate with her that much because—what's the point? It's the extremism of the left.” 4:30pm- While appearing on CNN, House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries was asked if Zohran Mamdani is the future of the Democratic Party? Jeffries said no—and then quickly changed the subject.

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