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American Legion Family Day THE INTERVIEW Navy veteran Vic Martin struggled after suffering a brain injury, receiving mental health diagnoses and being medically retired. After hitting bottom and attempting suicide, Martin now dedicates his life to helping others find their purpose and the mental health care they need. SCUTTLEBUTT World Autism Awareness month: Neurodivergent Veterans Florida American Legion Riders gearing up for massive Boots on the Ground Poker Run Military nicknames - usually born of our less-than-heroic moments Special Guest: Vic Martin.

On this episode of American Potential, host David From welcomes Congressman Mike Bost, Chairman of the House Veterans Affairs Committee, to discuss his journey from serving in the U.S. Marine Corps to fighting for veterans in Congress. He shares why he enlisted, how his family's deep military roots shaped his passion for service, and why the Veterans Access Act is urgently needed to fix the gaps left after the Mission Act. With bureaucratic overreach delaying essential care, Congressman Bost explains how his bill would ensure veterans get the quality health care they deserve—when and where they need it. From tackling mental health crises to holding government agencies accountable, this episode dives into the real challenges veterans face and the solutions needed to honor their service.

In this impactful episode of American Potential, host Jeff Crank sits down with Jason Beardsley, Director of Veterans Initiatives at Stand Together and Senior Coalitions Advisor for Concerned Veterans for America. As they commemorate the 10th anniversary of the Phoenix VA scandal, Jason reflects on the hard lessons learned and the progress achieved through pivotal reforms like the Mission Act. They explore how these reforms have improved veterans' access to timely, high-quality care, while also discussing the persistent challenges veterans face in navigating the VA healthcare system. Jason brings a wealth of knowledge and passion to the conversation, emphasizing the need for veteran-centric healthcare solutions rooted in consumer choice and accountability. He explains how empowering veterans with the freedom to choose care providers—whether within or outside the VA—can lead to better outcomes and a stronger sense of dignity. The discussion also highlights legislative efforts to enhance VA transparency and Jason's ongoing work advocating for policies that honor the sacrifices of America's heroes. From the importance of applying free-market principles to improving healthcare services to broader issues like workforce development and community integration for veterans, this episode provides a comprehensive look at how to make real change for those who've served. Whether you're a veteran, a policymaker, or simply someone who cares about the well-being of our nation's heroes, this conversation is a must-listen. Tune in to hear how advocacy, innovation, and a commitment to freedom are reshaping the future of veterans' healthcare in America.

In this special Veterans Day episode, host Jeff Crank is joined by Congresswoman Mariannette Miller-Meeks, an Army veteran and advocate for veterans' health care reform, who shares her inspiring journey from service in the military to service in Congress. As the daughter of an Air Force veteran, Miller-Meeks grew up in a military family, instilled with a strong sense of duty and commitment to country. Her own 24-year career in the Army has left an indelible mark on her approach to public service, shaping her dedication to the well-being of veterans and her fight to protect patient rights. Now in Congress, she addresses the pressing issues of bureaucratic roadblocks, the complexities of the VA system, and the critical need for reform in the doctor-patient relationship. In this episode, she discusses why veterans deserve greater choice and accessibility in health care and how she advocates for the Mission Act's goals to ensure all veterans have the freedom to choose their medical providers. On this Veterans Day, hear her reflections on military service, the values that continue to guide her work, and her dedication to defending freedom from both the battlefield and Congress. This is a tribute to the resilience, honor, and unwavering commitment of our nation's veterans.

On this special Veterans Day episode of the podcast, Host Amanda Head talks with former Acting Veterans Affairs Secretary Peter O'Rourke to spotlight critical issues facing America's veterans and how they were addressed during the Trump Administration. Secretary O'Rourke delves into the impact of the Accountability and Whistleblower Protection Act and the Mission Act, both of which expanded healthcare options for veterans and promoted accountability within the VA. Additionally, the pair discuss the pressing concern of veteran suicides and the need for improved mental health resources. O'Rourke emphasizes the role of local solutions and state legislatures in enhancing veterans' quality of life and calls for a more streamlined approach to the VA and Department of Defense. The former Trump Administration official expresses optimism about the future, sharing his belief in the potential for meaningful progress under President Donald Trump's second term in the White House.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Breaking News, 62 Days To Vote For The Government You Want, Day 332 Of The Israel Hamas War, Why Israel, Why Now? The “Left Hates The Constitution And Constitutionalism.” So How Do We Practice Discernment Amidst The Noise? And, The Getty's Are Talking About Their Sing Conference 6 Very Independent and Compelling Hours of Experts, And Authors Pursuing The Truth No Matter Where It Leads 9:06-9:29a ET- Selwyn Duke- The “Left hates the Constitution and constitutionalism.” They have been indoctrinated to see the Constitution as a conservative document. Really what started as the most radical form of governance and has generated unheard of levels of freedom and affluence is now being taught as something just the opposite. The writer for The New American, The Hill, Observer, The American Conservative, WorldNetDaily, American Thinker, and many other print and online publications talks about this and the current state of our political environment. *9:32-9:42a ET- Jeff Kemp- So how do we practice discernment amidst the noise? In today's world, we're bombarded with information, opinions, and distractions that can easily pull us off target. The Bible encourages us to seek wisdom and discernment in all things. Proverbs 2:3-5 reminds us, “If you call out for insight and cry aloud for understanding, and if you look for it as for silver and search for it as for hidden treasure, then you will understand the fear of the Lord and find the knowledge of God.” The man of God, former NFL quarterback and ministry leader shares the power of fear and the greater power of faith. *9:46-9:58a ET- Keith & Kristyn Getty- The Famed GRAMMY®-nominated recording artists and hymnwriters are hosting this year's annual Sing! Conference from Sept. 3-5 in Nashville. First held in 2017, last year's conference had more than 8,500 on-site attendees from 35 countries, and an additional 80,000 people – from 120 countries – joined live online for the global Christian church music event. There her to tell us all about it. *10:06-10:29a ET- Gregg Phillips- Jack Smith resurrects 4 identical felony charges against Trump. Is Smith just dancing around double jeopardy protections? How much more of the taxpayers money is he going to waste on this witch hunt? The creator of Ground Fusion AI, a platform that revolutionizes targeted political engagement and the executive producer of the widely acclaimed docudrama “2000 Mules” joins us to discuss. *10:32-10:42a ET- Sam Colagione- As our summer is coming to an end, and if you're looking to throw an unforgettable end-of-summer bash, we've got the perfect guest to help! Joining us is the founder of Dogfish Head Craft Brewery and Distillery, and James Beard award winner. His innovative take on craft beverages has made Dogfish Head a household name, and today he's here to share some tips to ensure your drink menu is simply delicious. 10:46-10:58a ET- Paul Lawrence- The Biden administration has been steadily depriving disabled veterans of the health care they have earned. Instead of providing cancer treatment through a community care program - the MISSION Act, signed in 2018 - VA bureaucrats are revoking veterans' authorization to receive this care, forcing them to abandon successful cancer therapies and giving more opioids to veterans for pain management instead of non-narcotic treatments. The situation is so bad, 20 senators are demanding action from VA. The Former VA Under Secretary is here to report.

The VA MISSION Act expanded veteran’s access to medical providers and healthcare in their local communities. But the six-year-old program has revealed some deficiencies that hinder it’s effectiveness. Chris Enget is a combat veteran and a Purple Heart recipient who […] The post Dialing-in Veterans Care Under the MISSION Act first appeared on Voices of Montana.

  In this episode of "American Potential," Jeff Crank sits down with Dan Caldwell, a Marine Corps Iraq veteran and former executive director for Concerned Veterans for America, to explore the transformative changes brought about by the VA Mission Act. Caldwell provides a detailed account of the act's development and implementation, which was aimed at correcting systemic issues revealed by the Phoenix VA scandal. He discusses the critical need for healthcare choice for veterans, emphasizing how the act has facilitated access to broader care options outside the traditional VA system. Caldwell also reflects on the accountability measures introduced by the act, which have significantly improved the responsiveness and efficiency of veteran healthcare services. By integrating private healthcare networks and establishing new standards, the VA Mission Act has pushed the VA towards a more competitive and veteran-centered model. The conversation highlights ongoing challenges and the essential steps needed to ensure that veterans receive the competent and timely healthcare they deserve, promoting a dialogue on further reforms to enhance the VA system.   Check out CVA here: https://cv4a.org     Check out American Potential here: https://americanpotential.com   Check out our Spanish episodes here: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL8wSZydeKZ6uOuFlT_1QQ53L7l6AmC83c   Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AmericanPotentialPodcast     Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/americanpotentialpodcast/   X: https://twitter.com/AMPotentialPod

In this powerful episode of "American Potential," Jeff Crank hosts Cay Blaylock, who shares the harrowing journey of navigating the Department of Veterans Affairs to secure necessary care for her husband, Matt, an Army veteran suffering from PTSD and a severe traumatic brain injury after a motorcycle accident. Cay's story reveals the systemic failures and bureaucratic hurdles that exacerbate veterans' struggles, from delayed treatments to a lack of information about available resources such as the Mission Act, which could have expedited Matt's access to community care.   Cay's resilience shines through as she recounts the painstaking process of advocating for Matt amid a labyrinthine system seemingly designed to deter rather than support. Her determination unveils the stark reality many veterans and their families face: a fight for basic rights and dignified treatment within the very institution meant to serve them. Through her experiences, listeners gain insight into the critical need for systemic VA reforms and the importance of individual advocacy.   This episode is a call to action, highlighting the strength of those who stand in the gap for veterans and the urgent need for transparency, accountability, and compassion within the VA. Cay's journey is a testament to the power of love, persistence, and the enduring spirit of American potential in the face of adversity.   Check out the new Concerned Veterans for America here: https://cv4a.org     Check out American Potential here: https://americanpotential.com   Check out our Spanish episodes here: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL8wSZydeKZ6uOuFlT_1QQ53L7l6AmC83c   Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AmericanPotentialPodcast     Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/americanpotentialpodcast/   X: https://twitter.com/AMPotentialPod

Join Host Jeff Crank in this eye-opening episode of "American Potential" as he sits down with special guest John Byrnes. They dive into intriguing stories of ordinary Americans striving to overcome government barriers and unlock their true potential. From the struggles of bureaucracy to the inspiring tales of triumph, John shares his insights into the continuous battle for liberty and freedom. Whether you're an advocate for minimal government interference or simply interested in the resilience of the human spirit, this episode is sure to stir your thoughts. #AmericanPotential    Check out American Potential here: https://americanpotential.com Check out CVA here: https://cv4a.org

Dr. Lisa Arfons, Ex. Dir., Integrated Field Operations, VHA Office of Integrated Care, shares information on Community Care, who is eligible and how you get it, under the Mission Act. How does one apply for community care (care outside of the VA system) in order to keep a specialist or get one if the VA can't provide for your needs in a timely manner and within a reasonable driving distance? BTW there is a difference between an Emergency room and an Urgent care center, do you know the difference? Finally, VA does provide the potential of long-term care and nursing home service, along with Hospice care, listen in to hear 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 William (Bill) Hodges at bill@billhodges.com

Today we sat down with Luke Marine Combat Veteran. Talk about his service and story with addiction. How is the VA really treating veterans who have given so much to their country. For help for you or your loved ones call 866-930-Hope (4673)

Host Jeff Crank sits with Veteran Nate Banks to discuss the VA healthcare system. Nate experienced firsthand how inefficient and uncaring the VA System was when he was diagnosed with cancer and only had the VA system to treat it. Despite passing the Mission Act to give Veterans more options in care, there's still a long way to go.    Check out American Potential here: https://americanpotential.com

Suzi and Nate continued the conversation and dive into the importance of Veterans being able to have choices of where and who care for their needs through the VA especially if they are not local to a VA Medical Center. CV4A lays the grassroots of policies to move through legislation to give Veterans more control over their healthcare. Nate touches on some of those bills and policies, the Mission Act and how folks can assist through surveys and volunteering. Listen on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify, iHeartRadio or your favorite podcast platform. Watch the full episode on YouTube at https://youtu.be/VxN1S24H3oYLearn more about the Concerned Veterans for America by visiting cv4a.orgFollow CV4A on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/ConcernedVetsForAmerica/Interested in volunteering for CV4A? Sign up at https://cv4a.actcentr.com/Signup/registerSeven Years After The Phoenix Veteran Affairs Scandalhttps://cv4a.org/seven-years-after-phoenix-scandal-va-is-failing-veterans-by-not-fully-implementing-the-mission-act/NATE BANKS BioNate Banks is the strategic director for Concerned Veterans for America in Colorado and a veteran of the United States Navy.Nate enlisted in the Navy in 1999. He is a plank owner, meaning he was an original crew member stationed aboard the USS Ronald Reagan (CVN-76).  He was preparing for an upcoming training deployment on the USS Theodore Roosevelt (CVN-71) when the September 11th attacks took place. That training deployment turned into a combat deployment, and Nate served on the first carrier battle group deployed after the September 11th attacks.  This deployment set a post WWII Record (and pre-pandemic record) for most consecutive days at sea, without a port call at 159 days.After returning to the USS Ronald Reagan, Nate was again asked to deploy aboard the USS Theodore Roosevelt, also known as America's Big Stick. The USS Theodore Roosevelt was the first carrier battle group surged, ahead of her deployment schedule, for the beginning of Operation Iraqi Freedom. The Theodore Roosevelt was a launching point for air assaults at the beginning of the war in Iraq.Nate was transferred to shore duty in 2004 and served at Naval Air Station Lemoore California until his honorable discharge in 2007. After leaving the Navy, Nate spent years working in the energy industry in multiple capacities and in law enforcement, while also attending school. Nate joined CVA in 2018.Music credit to Kalvin Love for the podcast's theme song “Bee Your Best Self”Contact Suzi at suzigma@gmail.com or (818) 470-2013 and share your story.vetsandplayers.orgwildhorserescue.org Visit our webpage at cominghomewell.comInterested in sponsoring our podcasts email us at cominghomewell@gmail.comFollow us on our socialsYouTube @cominghomewellbehindtheserviceInstagram @cominghomewell_btsFacebook at Coming Home WellLinkedIn at Coming Home WellTwitter @ComingHomeWellThank you for listening!

Dr. Chad Kessler, VA Executive Director of the Emergency Program Office discusses the reasons why going to a VA Emergency Room may be your best option. The Mission Act gives us all the right to utilize Commercial Emergency Rooms but is it the right choice?  In many instances, it is not. Listen in to hear why going to the VA medical center Emergency Room might be your smartest move. 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

Veterans Affairs has never been a static organization. In recent years, legislation has added external practitioners to augment health care available in VA's own facilities. For a review of how this has gone so far, and a look ahead to 2023, the Federal Drive turned to VA's undersecretary for health, Dr. Shereef Elnahal.

Suzanne Gordon and Steve Early from the Veterans Healthcare Policy Institute stop by the podcast to discuss their new book, “Our Veterans: Winners, Losers, Friends and Enemies on the New Terrain of Veterans Affairs.”  We talk the budget creep of privatization via the Mission Act, the wide ranging nexus of injuries veterans can receive, and a whole lot more! We're now on Telegram!!!!  Please come join us and talk about militarism and anti-imperialism: https://t.me/fortressonahill Main website: https://www.fortressonahill.com Let me guess.  You're enjoying the show so much, you'd like to leave us a review?!  https://lovethepodcast.com/fortressonahill Email us at fortressonahill@protonmail.com Check out our online store on Spreadshirt.com.  T-shirts, cell phone covers, mugs, etc.: https://bit.ly/3qD63MW Not a contributor on Patreon?  Sign up to be one of our patrons today! - https://www.patreon.com/fortressonahill A special thanks to our Patreon honorary producers - Fahim Shirazee, James O'Barr, James Higgins, Eric Phillips, Paul Appell, Julie Dupris, Thomas Benson, Janet Hanson, Tristan Oliver, Daniel Fleming, Michael Caron, Zach H, Ren Jacob, Howard Reynolds, Rick Coffey, and the Statist Quo Podcast. You all are the engine that helps us power the podcast.  Thank you so much!!! Not up for something recurring like Patreon, but want to give a couple bucks?!  Visit https://paypal.me/fortressonahill to contribute!! Fortress On A Hill is hosted, written, and produced by Chris 'Henri' Henrikson, Danny Sjursen, Keagan Miller, and Jovanni Reyes. https://bit.ly/3yeBaB9 Intro / outro music "Fortress on a hill" written and performed by Clifton Hicks.  Click here for Clifton's Patreon page: https://bit.ly/3h7Ni0Z Cover and website art designed by Brian K. Wyatt Jr. of B-EZ Graphix Multimedia Marketing Agency in Tallehassee, FL: https://bit.ly/2U8qMfn Note: The views expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts alone, expressed in an unofficial capacity, and do not reflect the official policy or position of the Department of the Army, Department of Defense, or the U.S. government.

We're honored to have on this week's episode of "Straight Outta Health IT" the dynamic and unconventional Dr. Kameron Matthews, MD. This amazing clinician has dedicated her life's mission to the equitable delivery of healthcare and the adoption of health policies impacting underserved communities. Dr. Kameron Leigh Matthews is the Chief Health Officer of Cityblock Health, a transformative, value-based healthcare provider integrating medical, behavioral, and social services for Medicaid and dually eligible and low-income Medicare beneficiaries. A board-certified Family Physician, Dr. Matthews has focused her career on underserved and vulnerable communities, having held multiple leadership roles in correctional medicine, federally qualified health centers, and managed care. Most recently at the Veterans Health Administration, she led transformational efforts focused on integrated, Veteran-centered models of care including the implementation of the MISSION Act of 2018 and the EHR modernization effort. She is a member of the National Academy of Medicine. In addition to other non-profit and advisory board positions, she serves as the Vice-Chair of the board of directors of the National Quality Forum. As a passion outside of work, she co-founded and co-direct the Tour for Diversity in Medicine, an initiative seeking to bring premedical enrichment activities to underrepresented minority high school and undergraduate students across the country. In this episode, she shares her journey into healthcare advocacy after taking a detour from med school to earn a law degree which sparked her passion for helping underserved communities. Social determinants of health like zip code, education, and income really do affect access to care. Dr. Kameron reflects on how she started working at Federally Qualified Health Centers and for her, being a physician of color absolutely made the difference. Diversity, equity, and inclusion are not just buzzwords according to Dr. Mathews. A diverse healthcare workforce can directly impact the quality of care and the equitable treatment of patients of color. Her passion now is leading CityBlock Health. Their mission is to create safe and supportive environments for the delivery of holistic care to our most vulnerable and marginalized citizens. Tune into this thought-provoking conversation and feel free to share your thoughts on this topic! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/christopher-kunney/support

The Veterans Health Administration is hiding the fact that veterans, under Mission Act programs, can go to private sector health care providers, if they choose. Federal Drive host Tom Temin talked about this with whistleblower Paula Pedene, a former VHA employee.

IN THE NEWS VA is doing a major overhaul of disability rating criteria and how they evaluate mental health and other conditions. THIS WEEK'S GUEST Mission Roll Call Executive Director Cole Lyle joins the podcast to talk about how his advocacy organization uses polling to give veterans a more direct voice in policy-making. Cole talks about how Mission Roll Call engages with veterans and their focus on veteran suicide, access to care and amplification of underserved veterans such as women or those in rural and tribal communities. RAPID FIRE Auxiliary member's company helps deliver mobility to veterans New York state commander promotes drive-by membership A new home for Va. Post 139, and new homes for at-risk veterans Special Guest: Cole Lyle.

Friend of the show Bruce Carruthers returns to the show to update us on the status of VA Health Care and the good news that the AIR Commission has been derailed. The Asset and Infrastructure Review (AIR) commission was part of the Mission Act and was scheduled to review the recommendations coming from the non-veteran Secretary of Veterans Affairs to close or restructure more than 30 VA facilities. Thankfully a bi-partisan group of Senators derailed the commission by not seating commissioners. So good news but the fight continues to halt the push to privatize the VA.

A dozen senators reject the Veterans Affairs Department's plans to reshape its health care real-estate. The senators say they won't proceed with the President's nominees to serve on the Asset and Infrastructure Review Commission. The commission, part of the 2018 MISSION Act, is supposed to review the VA's recommendations on how it expects to right-size its real-estate portfolio of medical facilities across the country. But VA officials say their plan to close old facilities and build new ones won't stop here. For an update, Federal News Network's Jory Heckman joins the Federal Drive with more.

Dr. Chad Kessler, VA Executive Director of the Emergency Program Office discusses the reasons why going to a VA Emergency Room may be your best option. The Mission Act gives us all the right to utilize Commercial Emergency Rooms but is it the right choice?  In many instances, it is not. Listen in to hear why going to the VA medical center Emergency Room might be your smartest move. 

LaborLab Secretary-Treasurer Bob Funk joined the America's Work Force Union Podcast and spoke about the organization's efforts to create the largest and most comprehensive union-busting tracking system.    Phillip Glover, District 3 National Vice President of the American Federation of Government Employees (AFGE) was today's second guest, and he explained how the Mission Act has negatively impacted VA healthcare and has left some veterans in the cold.

Addiction Medicine intersects with all aspects of medicine from primary care, pediatrics, OBGYN, surgery, cardiology, gastroenterology, and of course, emergency medicine.  Building up the addiction medicine workforce and integrating key aspects of addiction medicine into medical education is important. Anthony P. Albanese, MD Dr. Albanese is a gastroenterologist, hepatologist and addiction medicine specialist who has over 25 years of experience in clinical medicine and medical education. He works with VA medical centers and their university affiliates to enhance interprofessional faculty education and develop, expand, and enhance Graduate Medical Education (GME) in accordance with the Veterans Access, Choice, and Accountability (VACAA) and MISSION Act initiatives. Dr. Albanese is a Clinical Professor of Medicine at the UC Davis School of Medicine and is Chief of the Hepatology Division for the VA Northern California Healthcare System based in Sacramento.  He is President of the California Society of Addiction Medicine and Chairman of the State Chapters Council for the American Society of Addiction.  Albanese attended Oral Roberts University for undergraduate and medical school training. He trained in internal medicine in New York at St Luke's Roosevelt Hospital and continued for gastrointestinal and addiction medicine fellowship. He obtained further training in hepatology at the University of Miami. ASAM, American Society of Addiction Medicine

Mission Roll Call is a nonpartisan movement to help provide veterans with a powerful, unified voice that is heard by our nation's leaders and communities. On this episode, we're joined by MRC Director Patrick Griffith, who talks about how their team uses digital messaging and polling to collect the views, experiences, and insights of veterans and delivers them directly to national and community leaders in an effort to enact positive change. Patrick discusses how his organization uses storytelling to educate and activate their audience, and how Mission Role Call can work with traditional VSOs like The American Legion. Special Guest: Patrick Griffith .

This is an update on the Veterans for Peace project to SOVA (Save Our VA). Biden has included $18 Billion in his infrastructure package for upgrading the VA, However the AIR Commission (Asset and Infrastructure), part of the Mission Act is being used by critics to delay that funding and enhance the chances of VA medical center closures and the increase in VA privatization. Special guests David Cooley and Bruce Caruthers of SOVA come on the show to talk about the problems with the Mission Act and the AIR commission and give us a call to action to SAVE OUR VA.

VA has a variety of resources for you as a VA patient to help you in urgent care or emergency situations. You can call and talk with a nurse or make arrangements to go to an urgent care center that is privately operated but in the VA network. Listen in to get the phone number to call to talk with a VA nurse who may be able to help you without your going anywhere or assist you in knowing what to do so as not to run up a large bill for services that if handled properly will be paid by the VA. Be sure to have you spouse listen in with you on this one, If you are sick, he or she will need the info.

Steve Cortes, Senior Advisor for the Trump campaign, joined AM Tampa Bay to discuss President’s surging numbers with Latinos and his accomplishments for Veterans, including signing the Mission Act and the VA Accountability Act.

In this episode, we’re talking about the veteran-related stories surrounding the coronavirus. “Billions more for VA in next emergency coronavirus spending package” “VA wants to  ‘pause’ the Mission Act for 90 days over coronavirus” “No those Humvee convoys are not coming to force you into quarantine” “How Veterans can ‘embrace the suck’ during social isolation" “Texas is pausing to remember the nation’s Medal of Honor recipients”  Be sure to subscribe to The Back Brief so you don’t miss the news that matters to you. You can find The Back Brief and all of the Connecting Vets podcasts and podcast partners at www.connectingvets.com under the Audio section in the Menu. Want to get more connected to the great stories and resources Connecting Vets has to offer? Click here to sign up for our weekly newsletter.

Veterans Corner Radio podcast of George Denby Supervisory Program Specialist – SOHI Clinic, James A Haley Veterans Hospital discussing what to do when you need Urgent Care. The Veterans Administration clinics are not set up to hander ER duties. The James A Haley VA Hospital is equipped to care for any need in an emergency but, due to the nature of emergencies time is a factor. Learn from Mr. Denby what you can and should do for VA emergency treatment in your own are. This video also includes information on the VA Clinical Contact Centers where you can call in for medical questions. This program is similar to many Talk with A nurse programs bout goes much further. Mission Act information is contained in this video. Veterans Corner Radio is own and produced by (c) 2020 William N Hodges

The whole premise of the mission act, to provide veterans with health care services outside of the VA system, won't work if providers don't get paid. But reports of that very phenomenon keep coming in. That's prompted demands for action by the Veterans Health Administration from members of Congress. Among them, the chairman of the House Veterans Affairs Committee's oversight and investigations subcommittee, New Hampshire's Chris Pappas who joined the Federal Drive with Tom Temin to lay out his concerns.

Matt celebrates YOU, the loyal Purple Patch podcast listener. He also reflects and reviews some of the key takeaways from the first 100 shows, along with the history and philosophies that have shaped Purple Patch Fitness. Act 1 The "Why" - Matt Dixon's Story and his Performance History Act 2 The "How" - Defining the Pillars of Performance and their Vital Role in the Mission Act 3 The "Who" - Traits and Characteristics of High Performers Act 4 The "What" - Daily Habits for Energy and Peak Performance Across Sport and Life   Episode Resources and Show Notes: Learn More about Purple Patch 1:1 Coaching Learn More about Purple Patch Squad Not sure how to leave a review for the podcast at Apple Podcasts?  Watch this :10 sec video Want to submit a podcast question? Click Here Thanks for taking a listen and, if you like what you hear, please subscribe, share, rate and review. Your feedback is appreciated. Subscribe to the Purple Patch Podcast: Apple Podcasts Spotify Stitcher Google Podcasts   Copyright 2020 All Rights Reserved

Dr. Les Waite of Cleveland VA Medical Center is a national expert on gambling addiction of active duty and veteran population.  He discusses the problem, its co-morbidity with other issues (depression, PTSD, TBI, etc) and its treatment options.  It is estimated that 56,000 active-duty troops have a gambling addiction. Veterans tend to be 2 to 4 times more likely than the general population to be addicted to gambling.  Vietnam veterans are as high as 10 times greater than the general public.  Few people get treated and resources are limited at VA.  However, The Mission Act may give greater treatment options in the community. Congress wants more done on this issue as clinical psychologist Waite discusses.  Listen to Les Waite, Army brat and National Guard veteran, talk about this hidden issue with host Jim Fausone.  

First through the Choice Act and then the MISSION Act, Congress and the Department of Veterans Affairs have been trying to expand veterans' access to private sector medical providers since 2014. As of June, those choices now extend to urgent care clinics. VA now has 5,000 of those walk-in clinics under contract to treat veterans with relatively minor illnesses and injuries, and said it's adding more every day. Dr. Kameron Matthews is the deputy under secretary for Health for Community Care. She talked with Federal News Network's Jared Serbu about how the program works, and what types of care VA's hoping to provide through the clinics. Hear the details on Federal Drive with Tom Temin.

American Warfighter Radio Episode 5: "WeCare" with Shane Whitecloud and Boone Cutler Robert Kimmel, MD Dr. Kimmel is the Chief of Community Care Service, leading the implementation of the Mission Act. He was formerly the Chief of Ambulatory Care Service. He is a primary care physician and continues to have a panel of Veterans he cares for in primary care. He is a super nice guy who is able to translate complicated Mission Act law requirements into plain language for the providers and patients of the VA Sierra Nevada Health Care System. He is steadfastly working on internal processes with all of the changes to ensure the transition is smooth for our fellow Veterans. He is practical and very Veteran-focused. Even though he transitioned into management some years ago, he has continued to keep his schedule seeing patients as a provider. Joining us on the phone for news, Chris Buccleuch "Bullethead". John Milton Peterson will be calling in to discuss vetted media outlet listings of the top 50, a study of 15 or so social media outlets and ideas and published work on how to be safer and avoid targeting online. We also have an official representative of the US Coast Guard calling in to discuss the Texas police chief/retired Army paratrooper, Chris Reed, who went missing and eventually was found after being thrown overboard his fishing vessel when it was hit by the wake of a passing vessel in Galveston Bay. The Coast Guard searched more than 650 square miles over the course of 40+ hours. Don't forget tune in every Wednesday live and you can catch up on all of our past episodes on iTunes for FREE (and PLEASE leave us a recommendation while you are there!) at: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/american-warfighter-radio/id1468539697 License to use music contained in this program was issued by ASCAP for use by America Matters Media , Reno, NV.

Michael Akinyele leads the Department of Veterans Affairs' newly formed VA Innovation Center. Part of his focus at the center is implementing care and payment innovation as dictated by Section 152 of the MISSION Act. Akinyele discusses his journey to the VA and where he sees the department's efforts toward IT modernization and the future of delivering care to veterans.

Episode 137: If you look hard enough, you can find conspiracies to defraud workers in every corner of the economy—and those conspiracies are usually dressed up as something entirely different. Take the people who work for the VA—there is a conspiracy to crush their union and cut wages, all dressed by in the cloak of “efficiency through privatization”. I talk with American Federation of Government Employees leaders Marilyn Park and Eric Gerken about the Orwellian-named “Mission Act”, which will cripple the VA, hurt the quality of care Vets receive and undermine the union. And in the glittering world of Hollywood, talent agencies are pocketing huge fees as essentially payoffs from studios, in a broad conspiracy that is taking away money from writers of movies, who are the people talent agencies are supposed to be representing. David Goodman, the president of the Writers Guild of America and a long-time, top-tier TV writer, chats with me about the fight that has already seen, in an eye-opening act of solidarity, thousands of writers fire their talent agencies. -- Jonathan Tasini Follow me on Twitter @jonathantasini Sign up for The Working Life Podcast at: www.workinglife.org Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/jonathan.tasini.3

Warfighter news from two veterans. Tune in on KCKQ 1180 AM or online at http://listen.streamon.fm/amm - Shane Whitecloud and Boone Cutler of @WarfighterRadio. Listen to Scott Huesing talk about his BEST SELLING book - Echo in Ramadi Lisa Howard, Director of the Reno VA, explains new legislation and the Mission Act. Learn how veterans can get care FAST with this NEW PROGRAM. And how the Caregiver Program is NOW for ALL veterans of all eras.

This week on Road To Hope Radio we pay tribute D-Day. Joel and Roger join us to discuss their road to hope as well.Finally, we talk about the V.A. They are giving us The Mission Act. We break that down and ask if this is doing enough for our vets.

Suzanne Gordon, journalist and author of “Wounds of War - How the VA delivers health, healing, and hope for the nation’s veterans”, joins us for a discussion on her book and all things veterans health.  We discuss the nation’s veteran suicide epidemic, with the understanding that only 9 million of America’s 22 million veterans qualify for VHA (healthcare arm of the VA) care, meaning 14 out of 20 veterans who take their lives couldn’t have received help from the VA.  We also discuss the fear surrounding the MISSION Act (now the umbrella for all the VHA’s community care programs), wondering how much of a blow it may cause to VHA care as a whole. Enjoy the show?!  Please leave us a review right here. Contact us direct by email at fortressonahill@gmail.com Check out our t-shirt store on Spreadshirt.com Leave us a voicemail at 860-598-0570. Not a contributor on Patreon? You're missing out on amazing bonus content! Sign up to be one of our contributors today! - www.patreon.com/fortressonahill A special thanks to our honorary producers Matthew Hoh, Will Ahrens, Gage Counts, Fahim Shirazee, James Higgins, James O'Barr, Adam Bellows, Julie Dupris, Paul Appel, Eric Phillips, Matt the Virgin Slayer, and Kevin Fathi.  Without you guys, we couldn't continue our work.  Thank you so much!!! Not up for something recurring like Patreon, but want to give a couple bucks?!  Visit Paypal.me/fortressonahill to contribute!! FOH is hosted and written by Chris 'Henri' Henrikson, Danny Sjursen, and Keagan Miller. FOH is produced by Chris 'Henri' Henrikson, Danny Sjursen, Keagan Miller, and Nate Bethea. Intro / outro music "Fortress on a hill" written and performed by Clifton Hicks.  Clifton's Bandcamp page; Clifton's Patreon page Cover and website art designed by Brian K. Wyatt Jr. of B-EZ Graphix Multimedia Marketing Agency in Tallehassee, FL Note: The views expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts alone, expressed in an unofficial capacity, and do not reflect the official policy or position of the Department of the Army, Department of Defense, or the U.S. government.

A new deadline at the Department of Veterans Affairs is right around the corner. VA will start next week to implement new criteria for veterans to access community health care. The new access standards are just one piece of the VA MISSION Act. VA said it's ready to meet the June 6 deadline. But other parts of the MISSION Act are falling behind. As Federal News Network's Nicole Ogrysko reported on Federal Drive with Tom Temin, a familiar culprit is behind VA's delays.

The new Mission Act will ensure veterans get the timely care they deserve.  Access and quality care are the VA’s number one priority--if we can’t get them into a doctor soon enough, veterans may see a provider in the community.  To hear more details on the Mission Act and how it impacts you, listen to the Upholding Valor podcast.  Thank you for choosing VA!

The Department of Veterans Affairs has less than two months now to stand up a new consolidated community care program under the MISSION Act by June 6. At least some lawmakers and veterans service organizations say VA isn't ready. And they're urging the department to delay the rollout of the new program. But VA so far has expressed nothing but confidence. Federal News Network's Nicole Ogrysko had more on Federal Drive with Tom Temin.

IT delays and staffing concerns are putting a wide variety of major projects at the Department of Veterans Affairs at risk. VA is months away from kicking off a new consolidated community care program under the MISSION Act in June. But senators say they're worried VA's decision tool that's supposed to help the department decide whether veterans are eligible to visit a private sector doctor won't be ready in time. An automated IT system that's supposed to process payments to newly eligible families who take of care of veterans may not be ready by its deadline either. Nicole Ogrysko had more on Federal Drive with Tom Temin.

Budget debates for 2019 just ended and congressional appropriators are on to 2020. Lawmakers looking at the Department of Veterans Affairs see an agency still reeling with change. VA Secretary Robert Wilkie said the agency is in the middle of one of the greatest transformations in the department's history. Federal News Network's Nicole Ogrysko provided the latest on Federal Drive with Tom Temin.

As part of the VA Mission Act, Congress told the Veterans Affairs Department to consolidate its various private-sector care programs into one. But a new report by the Government Accountability Office finds VA hasn't done a great job interacting with private sector providers up to this point. Some are paid within days, while others don't see reimbursement for months, even after they've supplied all the documentation VA wants. Sharon Silas is acting director for Health Care Issues at GAO. She talked with Federal News Network's Jared Serbu about the administrative challenges VA needs to fix. Hear more on Federal Drive with Tom Temin.

The president's nominee to lead the Veterans Affairs Department said he will make it a top priority to implement the MISSION Act, Congress' latest attempt to increase veterans' access to community-based health care. But that doesn't necessarily mean Robert Wilkie is a fan of privatization. He promised Congress he would oppose any efforts to turn VA's health system over to the private sector. Federal News Radio's Jared Serbu had more details on Federal Drive with Tom Temin.

In today's Federal Newscast, over 30 veterans service organizations ask Senate and House Veterans Affairs leadership to help secure specific funding for the VA MISSION Act.

Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell canceled much of the August recess so that members could finish appropriations bills on time and vote on pending presidential nominees. But senators have a few more items on the to-do list. They are working through a long list of amendments to the defense authorization act. Some of those would affect federal employees if enacted. There's also a few outstanding items on the VA MISSION Act. The president signed it into law last week. But as Federal News Radio's Nicole Ogrysko said on Federal Drive with Tom Temin, the mission is not quite accomplished.

The House Veterans Affairs Committee has been busy. It recently approved some major pieces of legislation, including the MISSION Act, which provides more support for existing Veterans Affairs Department programs while also enacting some new ones. It passed the House yesterday. Federal News Radio's Eric White spoke with committee Chairman Phil Roe (R-Tenn.) on Federal Drive with Tom Temin for details about the bill,

In today's Federal Newscast on Federal News Radio, the House passes the VA MISSION Act which would give the Veterans Affairs Department a long awaited alternative to the Choice program and consolidates all seven community care programs.

The future of the Veterans Choice Program is up in the air again. The Veterans Affairs Department said funding for the program will run out by the end of the month. But there is another new piece of legislation now, and it just cleared its first hurdle in Congress. The MISSION Act also has support from all the right people. Federal News Radio's Nicole Ogrysko joined Federal Drive with Tom Temin to talk about the future of the Choice program.