Podcasts about veterans affairs

In the next installment of the Big Ideas for Smaller Government series, host David From welcomes back Jeremiah Mosteller, Policy Director at Americans for Prosperity, to take a hard look at spending within the Department of Veterans Affairs—and what reforms are needed to better serve those who served us. Mosteller breaks down how the VA's budget has quadrupled since 2004 even though the veteran population has declined by 30%. From bloated staffing levels to $4 million contracts for services that now cost just $5,000, this episode exposes how wasteful spending is draining resources from veterans and taxpayers alike. The conversation also focuses on one reform with huge potential impact: site-neutral payments. Right now, hospitals owned by large systems can charge the federal government far more than local, independent clinics for providing the exact same services to veterans. This creates perverse incentives, drives up costs, and limits care options. Adopting site-neutral payments would save taxpayers an estimated $14 billion—and give veterans more access to timely, local care. Mosteller also exposes how top VA officials actively discourage use of the Community Care Program, forcing veterans to wait months or drive hours for treatment—while simultaneously helping process healthcare claims for unauthorized migrants. This episode makes one thing clear: reforming the VA isn't about spending less on veterans—it's about spending smarter so veterans get the care they've earned.

Join us on this inspiring episode of The Devil Doc Talk Show as we welcome Jimmie T. Smith, a true champion for veterans' rights and a dedicated leader in policy reform. With a distinguished military career spanning over two decades, Jimmie enlisted in the United States Army at just 17, serving with honor in the 101st Airborne (Air Assault) Division and the 82nd Airborne Division. His combat deployment during the Gulf War in 1991 showcased his leadership and resilience, shaping his lifelong commitment to service.Transitioning to civilian life, Jimmie continued his mission by entering politics, serving three terms in the Florida House of Representatives starting in 2010. As chair of the Veterans and Military Affairs Sub-Committee, he championed key initiatives to support veterans, leaving a lasting impact on their lives. In 2020, he joined Concerned Veterans for America (CVA) as Coalitions Director, where he now drives transformative policy reforms within the Veterans Affairs system, focusing on enhanced healthcare access and greater choice for veterans.On this episode, Jimmie shares his remarkable journey—from the battlefields to the halls of government and now to the forefront of veteran advocacy. Tune in as he discusses his military experiences, political achievements, and his vision for empowering veterans across the nation. Don't miss this powerful conversation, airing live, as we explore how Jimmie T. Smith continues to fight for those who served.https://cv4a.org/

OTD - In 1965 astronaut Edward Higgins White II became the first American to walk in space THE INTERVIEW Providing guidance to veterans navigating their VA services and benefits has turned Army National Guard veteran Joshua Parish into an entrepreneur. He has created Battle Buddy, a mobile app built to streamline access to services, support mental health through its AI-powered Talk to Sam feature, and strengthen the overall transition experience for veterans and their families. SCUTTLEBUTT Trump signs executive order for more homeless veteran housing at West LA VA campus "Mysterious poop chucker" might be targeting Colorado woman for not picking up dog's waste Special Guest: Joshua Parish.

The Amy Demboski Show 5-30-25 Guest- The Honorable Douglas A. Collins the 12th secretary of Veterans Affairs

Many rural veterans join the Hot Dish for this special Memorial Day episode. Marine Corps Infantryman and North Dakota Army National Guard First Sergeant Bradley Aune discusses issues veterans face when rejoining civilian life. North Dakota Army National Guard Staff Sergeant Jessica Petrick offers her perspective on what Memorial Day means to her. And One Country Project board member and former Senator and Member of the Committee on Veterans Affairs, Joe Donnelly, leads a discussion with Brigadier General Art Austin, Master General Frank Morales, and Staff Sergeant Sean Coulter about their experience with VA services. On this Memorial Day week, gain a deeper understanding of what it means to transition from military to civilian life and how vital public programs and support systems are for veterans. Hosts Heidi and Joel Heitkamp emphasize the need for collective action and listening to veterans' voices to improve systems meant to serve them. This episode will remind us all of the ongoing cost of service, the importance of advocating for continued funding, and the strength found in rural communities as they support their own.Join us on The Hot Dish every other week, where we serve up hearty conversations that resonate with every corner of the country.The Hot Dish is brought to you by the One Country Project, making sure the voices of the rest of us are heard in Washington. To learn more, visit https://onecountryproject.org or find us at https://onecountryproject.substack.com/.

More and more, veterans who seek behavioral health care have been referred by the Department of Veterans Affairs to community providers outside the VA. A new GAO report finds that many of these providers are not meeting basic process and training requirements. Here with more on these new findings is Director for health care issues at GAO, Sharon Silas.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Tuesday, May 27th, 2025Today, documents reveal disarray at the Department of Veterans Affairs imperiling patient care; veterans balk at Trump's plans to end protections from Afghans deportations; a new Texas bill forces schools to display the ten commandments; Trump's image of dead 'white farmers' came from Reuters footage in Congo and not South Africa; leader Schumer has announced Democrats will unanimously vote against the Billionaire Bailout Bill; more on the Supreme Court decision in Trump v Wilcox; how to rain on Trump's June 14th military parade; and Allison delivers your Good News.Thank You, Fast Growing TreesGet 15% off your first purchase.  FastGrowingTrees.com/dailybeansAG is hosting - NO KINGS Waterfront Park, San Diego - Sat June 14 10am – 12pm PDTDonation link - secure.actblue.com/donate/fuelthemovementMSW Media, Blue Wave California Victory Fund | ActBlueStories:Veterans recoil at Trump plan to end Afghans' deportation protection | The Washington PostDisarray at Department of Veterans Affairs imperils patient care, internal documents reveal | US military | The GuardianTrump's image of dead 'white farmers' came from Reuters footage in Congo, not South Africa | ReutersTexas bill requiring Ten Commandments in public schools moves closer to governor's desk | NBC NewsLaw for lawlessness - by Leah Litman | Public NoticeGood Trouble: How to Rain on Trump's Military Parade - by Adam KlasfeldThere is a link to a shareable Host Toolkit to help everyone get involved. It will not take care of itself. If you can't find one local to you - create and host one yourself.Sure Would be a shame if nobody showed up to Donald's fascist birthday parade250th Anniversary of the U.S. Army Grand Military Parade and CelebrationFind Upcoming Demonstrations And Actions:Schedule F comments deadline extended to June 7th Federal Register :: Improving Performance, Accountability and Responsiveness in the Civil Service50501 MovementJune 14th Nationwide Demonstrations - NoKings.orgIndivisible.orgShare your Good News or Good Trouble:dailybeanspod.com/goodFrom The Good NewsPACK Gives38. How The West Was Stolen: The Oregon Land Fraud King with Allison GillMorgan St. Jean | YouTubeReminder - you can see the pod pics if you become a Patron. The good news pics are at the bottom of the show notes of each Patreon episode! That's just one of the perks of subscribing! patreon.com/muellershewrote Mega Happy Hour Zoom Call - you can interact with not just me and Harry Dunn, Andy McCabe, and Dana Goldberg. They'll all be there this Friday 5/23/2025 at 7 PM ET 4 PM PT. Plus, you'll get these episodes ad free and early, and get pre-sale tickets and VIP access to our live events. You can join at patreon.com/muellershewrote for as little as $3 a month. Federal workers - feel free to email me at fedoath@pm.me and let me know what you're going to do, or just vent. I'm always here to listen.Share your Good News or Good Trouble:https://www.dailybeanspod.com/good/ Check out other MSW Media podcastshttps://mswmedia.com/shows/Subscribe for free to MuellerSheWrote on Substackhttps://muellershewrote.substack.comFollow AG and Dana on Social MediaDr. Allison Gill Substack|Muellershewrote, BlueSky|@muellershewrote , Threads|@muellershewrote, TikTok|@muellershewrote, IG|muellershewrote, Twitter|@MuellerSheWrote,Dana GoldbergTwitter|@DGComedy, IG|dgcomedy, facebook|dgcomedy, IG|dgcomedy, danagoldberg.com, BlueSky|@dgcomedyHave some good news; a confession; or a correction to share?Good News & Confessions - The Daily Beanshttps://www.dailybeanspod.com/confessional/ Listener Survey:http://survey.podtrac.com/start-survey.aspx?pubid=BffJOlI7qQcF&ver=shortFollow the Podcast on Apple:The Daily Beans on Apple PodcastsWant to support the show and get it ad-free and early?Supercasthttps://dailybeans.supercast.com/Patreon https://patreon.com/thedailybeansOr subscribe on Apple Podcasts with our affiliate linkThe Daily Beans on Apple Podcasts

This Memorial Day, we're live with the Minnesota National Guard, Minnesota Department of Veterans Affairs, Minneapolis VA, and more: Hour 1 Chaplain Lt. Col. Tim Usset, Minnesota National Guard Butch Whitehead, Minnesota Disabled American Veterans Lt. Gen. Jon Jensen, National Guard Hour 2 Commissioner Brad Lindsay, Minnesota Department of Veterans Affairs Director Patrick Kelly, Minneapolis […] The post Memorial Day Live 2025 appeared first on Minnesota Military Radio.

Cybersecurity expert Jonathan Kamens, a longtime technologist with a background in software engineering and digital security, was dismissed from his role at the Department of Veterans Affairs by Elon Musk's…

Many families may not realize there is support available to older veterans through the Department of Veterans Affairs. These Veterans Assistance (VA) benefits are not just helpful in easing the caregiving burden—they are well-earned by the men and women who have dedicated themselves to defending our country. Unfortunately, navigating the VA system and accessing these resources can be overwhelming. In this podcast, you'll learn more about the four main VA programs that support older veterans and their caregivers and the process of applying for benefits.  

Stell dir vor, du bist Vermieter – aber nicht für irgendwen, sondern für die US-Regierung. Genau das ist das Geschäftsmodell von Easterly Government Properties. Das Unternehmen vermietet Büro- und Behördengebäude an Bundesbehörden wie das FBI, die DEA oder das Department of Veterans Affairs – und das auf Basis langfristiger Verträge. Was bedeutet das für Anleger? Vor allem: extrem stabile Mieteinnahmen, selbst in wirtschaftlich schwierigen Zeiten. Doch warum steht die Aktie, trotz dieses scheinbar bombensicheren Geschäftsmodells, seit Monaten unter Druck? Was steckt hinter den Sorgen um staatliche Sparprogramme und den jüngsten Dividendenschnitt? Und wie solide ist die Bilanz wirklich, wenn die Zinsen steigen? In dieser Folge nehmen wir den Titel genau unter die Lupe. Weiteren Daten, Zahlen und Fakten zum Video findest Du unter folgender Adresse:

Nick Lavery, an active-duty Green Beret in the US Army Special Forces, a combat-wounded warrior, an author, keynote speaker, and entrepreneur joins me on this episode. Nick's awards include the Silver Star, three Purple Hearts, two Bronze Stars, Bronze Star with “V” for valor, Defense Meritorious Service Medal, two Meritorious Service Medals, Joint Service Commendation Medal, Joint Service Achievement Medal, two Army Commendation Medals, Army Achievement Medal, the OSS Society Peter Ortiz Award, the Bruce Price Leadership Award, and the Special Operations Command Excalibur Award. Nick's list of clients includes the Boston Celtics, Milwaukee Tool, Sherwin Williams, The FBI, the Department of Veterans Affairs, Habitat for Humanity, and many others.

Veterans Affairs is giving organizations more resources to prevent veteran suicide. VA is issuing more than $50 million in grants to community-based organizations that provide suicide prevention or emergency clinical services to veterans at risk of suicide. Groups have until the end of September to apply for these grants. Veterans who are experiencing suicidal thoughts can reach the Veterans Crisis Line by dialing 988 and then pressing 1. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

M2i Global CEO Alberto Rosende joined Steve Darling from Proactive to announce the appointment of Camilo Sandoval and Peter O'Rourke Sr. as Senior Advisors to the company's executive team and Board of Directors. These additions reflect M2i's commitment to strengthening its leadership at the intersection of supply chain innovation, cybersecurity, and national security. Peter O'Rourke Sr. also joins M2i Global as a Senior Advisor, bringing more than three decades of experience across military, government, and private sectors. A veteran of the U.S. Navy and Air Force, O'Rourke served as Acting Secretary of the Department of Veterans Affairs under President Donald J. Trump. He was previously Chief of Staff at the VA and the first director of the Office of Accountability and Whistleblower Protection. In the private sector, O'Rourke has led business development, technology, and acquisitions in manufacturing and supply chain sectors. He is also President of the National Association for Veterans Rights and advises several nonprofits focused on veteran empowerment and wellbeing. Camilo Sandoval brings over 30 years of experience in government, technology, and national defense. A veteran of the U.S. Air Force and the NSA, he has held key roles including White House Chief Information Security Officer, CIO of the Department of Veterans Affairs, and Senior Policy Advisor for AI and Cybersecurity at the Office of Management and Budget. He also served as Chair of the Federal Acquisition Security Council (FASC), leading efforts to protect the U.S. federal government's supply chain from security threats. Sandoval is currently Managing Partner at Pacific Square, a strategic advisory firm that helps technology companies navigate geopolitical risk and align with U.S. national interests. These appointments enhance M2i's capacity to deliver secure, scalable solutions in an increasingly complex global environment. #proactiveinvestors #m2iglobalinc #otcqb #mtwo #CriticalMinerals #SupplyChainSecurity #StrategicMinerals #USDefense #EconomicSecurity #BlockchainLogistics #PeterORourke #CamiloSandoval #ProactiveInvestors

In a milestone episode of The Daily Herold, Jon Herold welcomes special guest VA Secretary Doug Collins, marking the show's first sit-down with a Trump cabinet official. Collins offers a candid look at the challenges of reforming the Department of Veterans Affairs, including widespread bureaucratic waste, contractor overreach, and union-protected inefficiencies. He addresses the media's misleading claims about budget “cuts,” emphasizing that Trump's proposed VA budget actually increases funding while slashing misused resources to prioritize real patient care. The conversation dives deep into broader constitutional dysfunction, as Collins critiques Congress's failure to legislate, the judiciary's national injunction abuse, and the difficulty of governing when the executive branch is isolated by coordinated opposition from other institutions and the media. Collins also confirms the VA is actively exploring alternative treatments like cannabis and psychedelics for PTSD and brain injury, offering cautious optimism for innovation in veteran care. Herold rounds out the show with segments on Trump's “Golden Dome” missile defense initiative, Senator Rubio's surprising reformist stance, the Biden administration's mounting narrative collapse, and the DOJ's investigation into Cuomo. It's an unfiltered, insight-packed episode for anyone interested in real reform, from the VA to the Constitution itself.

The Department of Veterans Affairs is bringing back mandatory overtime for employees who process disability and Pension Claims. The VA is reducing a backlog of unprocessed claims, but Department officials say the extra hours are needed to complete this work more quickly. Some impacted VA employees say the mandatory overtime could lead to burnout federal news networks. Jory Heckman joins me with more. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

THE INTERVIEW Native Americans serve at a higher percentage than the general population. Still, there are misunderstandings about their culture and spiritual beliefs even among their brothers and sisters in the armed forces. In this week's episode, Army veteran Mitchelene BigMan talks about her military service as a Native American, importance of culture, creation of a Native American women veterans nonprofit and more. SCUTTLEBUTT Down the Reddit Rabbit Hole: Native Americans and the U.S. Military Tribal flags removed from Phoenix VA hospital under new federal policy Memorial Honoring Native American U.S. Veterans proposed for Minnesota Capitol grounds Special Guest: Mitchelene BigMan.

Today's first caller used a Veterans Affairs loan to house hack. What's the best way for him to grow a strong real estate portfolio? On today's show, I'm answering this great question, and more! This encore Q&A episode features three of your questions on investing with a VA loan, vacancy rates in our rental markets, and my take on the possibility of a global banking crash. As always, I appreciate your thoughtful questions, and I hope you enjoy this episode of Investing in Real Estate!

This week, we explore how the Magnus Veterans Foundation supports Veterans and their families, connect with the administrator of the Preston Veterans Cemetery from the Minnesota Department of Veterans Affairs, and get the latest from the Minneapolis VA Health Care System. Guests include: BG (ret) Tim Kennedy – Magnus Veterans Foundation LT COL (ret) Shawn […] The post Magnus Veterans Foundation and Preston Veterans Cemetery appeared first on Minnesota Military Radio.

A conversation with Illinois U.S. Senator Tammy Duckworth. The former Army National Guard helicopter pilot and disabled veteran talks about President Trump's plan to accept a $400 million luxury jet from the royal family of Qatar, serious questions about the safety of American aviation, and plans for mass layoffs at the Department of Veterans Affairs.

In this episode of The CX Tipping Point Podcast, we spoke with Marcy Jacobs, the first Chief Digital Experience Officer for the State of Maryland. Marcy goes into the significance of user-centered design and the holistic approach needed to improve digital experiences, particularly in government and consulting sectors. She discusses her journey in digital government, from starting out as a graphic and web designer to leading digital transformation efforts at USDS and the Department of Veterans Affairs. Marcy explores challenges, solutions, and strategies for integrating digital services, enhancing user research, and leveraging AI for better customer experiences.Key Takeaways:Insights on prioritizing user needs over technology and shifting from an inside-out to an outside-in approach.Importance of understanding the full user journey.How project management and product leadership require technical depth, leadership buy-in, and measurable outcomes to avoid reinforcing ineffective processes.Breaking down silos between digital services and CX teams to ensure data-driven, actionable solutions rather than just measurement.The role of user research in improving services and the potential of AI when applied strategically. Join us as we uncover how digital services can transform government experiences and why a human-first approach is critical to success!Thank you for listening to this episode of The CX Tipping Point Podcast! If you enjoyed it, please consider subscribing, rating, and leaving a review on your favorite podcast platform. Your support helps us reach more listeners! Stay Connected: Follow us on social media: LinkedIn: @DorrisConsultingInternational Twitter: @DorrisConsultng Facebook: @DCInternational Resources Mentioned: Citizen Services Newsletter 2024 Service to the Citizen Awards Nomination Form

The Department of Veterans Affairs is preparing for significant cuts to its workforce after hiring surged under the Biden administration, the VA is setting a goal of cutting 15% of its workforce. That would mean 10s of 1000s fewer employees. Secretary Doug Collins told lawmakers he hasn't finalized the plan yet, and the cuts could be higher or lower than that goal. Federal News Network's Jory Heckman joins us with more.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Steve Kost of Chicago-based Metal Health Artwork joins us this week to talk about how he turned to creating metal sculptures to help him cope with PTSD after serving in the military, and what started as just a hobby has become full-scale effort advocating for better mental health practices among veterans and other adults. Steve talks about his time serving with the Navy Seabees, his career as an ironworker in Chicago, working through PTSD, honing his skills a metal artist, using scrap pieces of metal to create his abstract sculptures, why animals inspire him, participating in ScrapFest, partnering with Google, and his numerous collaborations with the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. Email us at podcast@fmamfg.org with any comments, questions, or suggestions.

The Trump administration issued its first major budget document Friday, slashing non-defense discretionary spending by $163 billion — a 23% reduction from 2025 levels — and boosting defense spending by 13%. A fact sheet released by OMB references the administration's targeting of “woke” programs and “weaponized” government. One area that would see a significant boost under the budget is the Department of Veterans Affairs' electronic health record modernization program. The EHRM, whose perpetually plagued rollout has been chronicled in congressional testimony and in various watchdog reports, would be provided with a $2.17 billion funding increase in President Donald Trump's budget, per a summary document released Friday. The VA announced in March that it will have implemented the EHR in 13 facilities by 2026, with the possibility of deployment at all VA health systems as early as 2031. That followed a decision in 2023 to pause the system's implementation to renegotiate the contract with its developer Oracle Cerner and account for safety concerns. Friday's budget summary claimed the VA's EHRM rollout “had stalled under the Biden administration” but is a “top priority effort” for Secretary Doug Collins. The Technology Modernization Fund is shifting its funding model to prioritize the full repayment of new “high-impact” investments across the federal government, the General Services Administration said Friday. GSA's press release said the “strategic” change would provide a “streamlined path to modernization” for agencies by “combining upfront capital with specialized advisory services.” The agency said this “enhanced payment model” was pursued with strengthened longevity for projects in mind. Acting GSA Administrator Stephen Ehikian said in a release that “By ensuring full repayment of our investments, the TMF sends a clear message to federal agencies: focus on high-impact, high-return modernization efforts. These investments not only replace outdated systems but also streamline critical operations ultimately improving services for government employees and delivering greater value to taxpayers.” The Daily Scoop Podcast is available every Monday-Friday afternoon. If you want to hear more of the latest from Washington, subscribe to The Daily Scoop Podcast  on Apple Podcasts, Soundcloud, Spotify and YouTube.

Following the first 100 days of Trump's second presidential term, MSNBC's Stephanie Ruhle hosts a town hall to discuss the administration's continued dismantling of the federal government. Live from Washington D.C., former federal workers forced out by the Trump administration's share how they've been affected by DOGE cuts on federal agencies. Political Correspondent Jacob Soboroff reports on the impact to these agencies and Sen. Cory Booker (D-N.J.) joins to discuss how Congress is responding. Visit msnbc.com for more coverage.

May is Mental Health Awareness Month.  The topic of mental health is one that is near and dear to my heart.  Because of that, we host podcast episodes each year related to this topic.  To see a complete list of mental health-related episodes, click here. Today, we are thrilled to have Chelsey Byers with us to chat with us about dementia and agriculture.  Chelsey has a vast array of experiences with this issue and offers practical tips and pointers for families navigating this challenging diagnosis. Contact Info for Chelsey Byers (Email)  clbyers@illinois.edu  (Website) https://extension.illinois.edu/staff/chelsey-byers  Links to Topics Mentioned on the Show Farm Families Coping with Dementia (FFCD) Study link - https://gpcah.public-health.uiowa.edu/dementia-educational/ Dementia Stats - https://dementiadatahub.org/explore-data/map.html What is Dementia - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=s10iPESAHmI&t=1s Local Area Agency on Aging (AAA):  In Texas, search by zip code here - https://resources.hhs.texas.gov/pages/find-services  National Institute on Aging https://www.nia.nih.gov/ Alzheimer's Association – https://www.alz.org/Alz.org 10 signs of dementia - https://www.alz.org/alzheimers-dementia/10_signs Seeking help - https://www.alz.org/alzheimers-dementia/memory-loss-concerns Getting a diagnosis - https://www.alz.org/alzheimers-dementia/diagnosis/medical_tests Current medications - https://www.alz.org/alzheimers-dementia/treatments Legal documents and Alz - https://www.alz.org/help-support/caregiving/financial-legal-planning/legal-documents Support groups - https://www.alz.org/help-support/community/support-groups Help line:  https://www.alz.org/help-support/resources/helpline Succession Planning: https://www.fbfs.com/learning-center/what-you-need-to-know-about-farm-succession-planning Having a conversation to stop driving - https://www.thehartford.com/resources/mature-market-excellence/family-conversations-with-older-drivers   Referral systems and Community Services 211 – a one stop shop that offers referral to services relating to basic human needs, health insurance programs and employment supports: https://uwm211.org/ Find local services for older adults:  https://eldercare.acl.gov/Public/Index.aspx Local Services: https://acl.gov/ltc/basic-needs/finding-local-services National Institute on Aging resources: Advance Care Planning: https://www.nia.nih.gov/health/advance-care-planning Long-term Care: https://www.nia.nih.gov/health/long-term-care   U.S Department of Veterans Affairs resources  Dementia caregiving resources and safety: https://www.va.gov/GERIATRICS/pages/Alzheimers_and_Dementia_Care.asp VA Caregiver Support Program: https://www.caregiver.va.gov/ U of I Extension program - Communication challenges and strategies for helping people with dementia -  When an individual has dementia, communication can be very difficult as the disease advances. Forgetfulness, agitation, repetition, and mood fluctuations can make interactions and caregiving stressful and frustrating, and many worry that they will say or do the wrong thing and make matters worse. Learn about common communication problems caused by Alzheimer's disease and other dementias, and strategies for better interactions and visits. Farm Hope is a program of Texas A&M AgriLife Extension & the Texas A&M Telehealth Institute offering free counseling services to any Texan involved in agriculture or their family members.  Contact Dr. Mikaela Spooner for more information at 979-436-0700.   Podcast Sponsors Capital Farm Credit,  AgTrust Farm Credit, Texas Corn Producers, Braun & Gresham, Plains Land Bank, Plateau Land & Wildlife Management, and AgTexas      

Segment 1: VA Secretary Reverses Anti-Chaplain Policy Dr. Chaps reports on a major win for religious liberty in the military: the Secretary of Veterans Affairs has changed a controversial policy that had punished chaplains for preaching biblical truth. Now, chaplains can once again share their faith freely during services without fear of discipline. Segment 2: British Prime Minister Acknowledges Biological Reality In a rare moment of clarity, the British Prime Minister declares that men are not women under British law. Dr. Chaps examines the political and cultural implications of this statement, as well as the backlash from activists who want to blur gender distinctions. Segment 3: Justice Kagan Signals Support for Parental Opt-Out Rights Even liberal Supreme Court Justice Elena Kagan is now indicating that parents should have the right to opt their children out of LGBTQ+ curriculum that contradicts their religious beliefs. Dr. Chaps covers what this could mean for future religious freedom cases at the highest court. Get free alerts at http://PrayInJesusName.org © 2025, Chaplain Gordon James Klingenschmitt, PhD. Airs on NRB TV, Direct TV Ch.378, Roku, AppleTV, Amazon FireTV, AndroidTV, GoogleTV, Smart TV, iTunes and www.PrayInJesusName.org

Operation Frequent Wind: Remembering the end of the Vietnam War THE INTERVIEW Air Force veteran Josh White hosts the award-winning podcast Hero Front, which focuses on mental health awareness and resiliency. Josh shares inspiring stories of veterans, authors, entrepreneurs, business leaders and other heroes. The storytelling podcast emerged from White's 20-year military career in the U.S. Air Force in maintenance, medical and military funeral honors. SCUTTLEBUTT If Hooters goes out of business, dining off base will never be the same Not just for Veterans: Medical breakthroughs that began at VA Special Guest: Josh White.

The Department of Veterans Affairs processed about 2 million disability benefits claims in fiscal year 2023. Navigating the claims process can be difficult. And veterans may use representatives, who are accredited by the VA, to help them. But how…

Elected officials, veterans and union workers are blasting the White House for its proposal to cut staffing at the Department of Veterans Affairs. Plus, Mayor Adams' executive budget will invest another $46 million to revitalize New York City's supportive housing initiative. Also, residents of Staten Island's south shore head to the polls Tuesday to fill an open City Council seat. And finally, delivery workers in New York City are accusing DoorDash of a pattern of wage theft.

(AURN News) — The existence and operations of the Elon Musk-led Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) continue to be debated and scrutinized, even as the agency claims billions in federal savings. According to its website — which is updated regularly with information about cost-cutting measures across the federal government — DOGE highlights a range of areas it classifies as waste. At the top of the website, a banner reads: “The people voted for major reform.” As of this week, DOGE claims it has saved $160 billion, advertising an average savings of $993.79 per taxpayer. The largest reported savings have come from cuts within the Department of Justice, the Department of Veterans Affairs, the Department of Energy, and the Department of Transportation. One of the largest individual cuts reported was a contract within the Department of the Interior. Originally valued at $3,329,900,357, DOGE claims the contract was reduced by $2,902,177,562.  The website describes the project as an “Office of Refugee Resettlement Influx Care Facility” meant to house up to 3,000 unaccompanied alien children, providing full wraparound childcare and case management services. Musk had previously promised to cut $2 trillion from the federal budget. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Late last month, President Donald Trump issued an executive order ending collective union bargaining rights for many federal agencies, including Veterans Affairs.

Cathy Kennedy, a President of National Nurses United, joined the America's Work Force Union Podcast to discuss the potential impact of staffing cuts at Veterans Affairs hospitals, the urgent need for better legislation to prevent workplace violence and the push for Medicare for All. Merrilee Logue, Executive Director of the National Labor Office at Blue Cross Blue Shield Association, joined the America's Work Force Union Podcast to discuss statistics related to cancer diagnoses, the importance of preventive care and screenings and a union's role in supporting members through their cancer journeys.

Thursday's first hour.

Simon Conway's interview with the U.S. Secretary of Veterans Affairs, Doug Collins, during Thursday's first hour.

AP correspondent Haya Panjwani reports on a new task force at the VA

The Coast Guard has digitized 40% of its paper health records as of February. In a new update on the initiative, the Coast Guard said the goal is to completely digitize all paper health records by the third quarter of fiscal 2027. The service began the effort to digitize 45,000 paper health records in November 2022. Digitized records can be viewed on the MHS Genesis portal and are also accessible to the Department of Veterans Affairs for benefits delivery. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The Coast Guard has digitized 40% of its paper health records as of February. In a new update on the initiative, the Coast Guard said the goal is to completely digitize all paper health records by the third quarter of fiscal 2027. The service began the effort to digitize 45,000 paper health records in November 2022. Digitized records can be viewed on the MHS Genesis portal and are also accessible to the Department of Veterans Affairs for benefits delivery. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Tuesday, April 16th, 2024Jury selection is underway in the first criminal trial of a former president and current candidate in history; expelled Congressman George Santos talks about his fundraising efforts for his bid to run again; Justice Clarence Thomas is absent from the bench for arguments this week; Trump Media shares plunge again on the announcement to file additional shares; transgender veterans are suing the Department of Veterans Affairs; Trump files his response to Jack Smith with the Supreme Court in the immunity case; plus Allison and Dana deliver your good news. Our Guest:US House Rep. Dan Goldmanhttps://twitter.com/danielsgoldmanJustice Clarence Thomas misses Supreme Court arguments (NBC News)Trump stock tanks after announcing massive share sale (CNN)George Santos Explains Why He's Raised $0 for Return Congressional Bid (Daily Beast)Transgender veterans file 2nd lawsuit against VA for gender-affirming surgery coverage (NBC NEWS) Federal workers - feel free to email me at fedoath@pm.me and let me know what you're going to do, or just vent. I'm always here to listen.Share your Good News or Good Trouble:https://www.dailybeanspod.com/good/ Check out other MSW Media podcastshttps://mswmedia.com/shows/Subscribe for free to MuellerSheWrote on Substackhttps://muellershewrote.substack.comFollow AG and Dana on Social MediaDr. Allison Gill Substack|Muellershewrote, BlueSky|@muellershewrote , Threads|@muellershewrote, TikTok|@muellershewrote, IG|muellershewrote, Twitter|@MuellerSheWrote,Dana GoldbergTwitter|@DGComedy, IG|dgcomedy, facebook|dgcomedy, IG|dgcomedy, danagoldberg.com, BlueSky|@dgcomedyHave some good news; a confession; or a correction to share?Good News & Confessions - The Daily Beanshttps://www.dailybeanspod.com/confessional/ Listener Survey:http://survey.podtrac.com/start-survey.aspx?pubid=BffJOlI7qQcF&ver=shortFollow the Podcast on Apple:The Daily Beans on Apple PodcastsWant to support the show and get it ad-free and early?Supercasthttps://dailybeans.supercast.com/Patreon https://patreon.com/thedailybeansOr subscribe on Apple Podcasts with our affiliate linkThe Daily Beans on Apple Podcasts

The 5th installment of the NHCA Updates in Music Audiology Workshop recap is actually a double feature! Here we have friend of the show Heather Malyuk speaking about diplacusis and co-host Juan Vasquez speaking about clinical management of musician patients. Both lectures are informative, concise, and expertly delivered, so this is a real treat for those who want to learn some practical knowledge on the clinical applications of music audiology. Note: the content has been edited slightly for the audio-only format. These lecture recordings are not eligible for CEUs. If you want the full educational experience, we invite you to seek out the National Hearing Conservation Association and our annual conferences. Juan Vasquez is an audiologist based in Chicago, Illinois. Before pursuing a career in audiology he taught, recorded, and performed music with various ensembles and as a solo artist. In 2019, he earned a Doctor of Audiology degree from Pacific University and has had various experiences in ENT, Veterans Affairs, Department of Defense, private practice, research, and hospital settings. Currently, his clinical focus is centered around hearing loss prevention, particularly for musicians. Utilizing the telehealth services, Juan provides virtual consultations for hearing wellness, co-teach CAOHC courses, and co-produces the show Talking Ears, a podcast that focuses on music creators and their experiences with what is perhaps their most important instrument - their sense of hearing. Heather Malyuk, owner of Soundcheck Audiology, is a musician and audiologist who hails from Northeast Ohio, but is known internationally as a clinician and public speaker in the field of music audiology. She received an undergraduate degree in Music History and Literature from the University of Akron and continued on to earn her Doctor of Audiology (AuD) degree from Kent State University. In 2020, she co-authored the clinical consensus document for Audiological Services for Music Industry Personnel through the American Academy of Audiology, she is a former Executive Council and Leadership Advisory Team member for the National Hearing Conservation Association, as well as a former co-chair of the College Music Society's Committee on Musicians' Health. She is passionate about new delivery models for audiologic care and is the Head of Audiology for Tuned, a groundbreaking virtual audiology clinic. In addition to her clinical and educational work, Heather developed and manages the first-ever hearing wellness video curriculum for the music industry, is a sought-after consultant and author, and is a research team member with various groups around the United States.

Veterans Affairs' nurses unions rally at VA San Diego against the planned layoff of 80,000 VA workers. Then, South Bay leaders are again appealing to the federal government for help with sewage pollution. Voice of San Diego's Scott Lewis is back talking trash again as San Diego city leaders rile homeowners with their proposed garbage collection fee. And a new KPBS Explores Hidden San Diego takes you to Balboa Park to find medicinal trees.

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The Rich Zeoli Show- Hour 1: 3:05pm- Tariff Fight: President Donald Trump responded to European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen's offer to reduce the European Union's tariffs to zero on cars and industrial goods imported from the United States. While the initial offer wasn't enough to spare the EU from the Trump Administration's tariffs, President Trump did state that if the EU commits to importing $350 billion of American energy, an agreement can be reached. Meanwhile, in a post to X, Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent announced that he has received the green light to begin trade negotiations with Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba and his cabinet. 3:15pm- White House Infighting? DOGE chief Elon Musk referred to Trump Administration economic advisor Peter Navarro as a “moron” over his pro-tariff arguments. When asked about the feud, White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt dismissed the disagreement as nothing serious, explaining: “boys will be boys.” 3:30pm- According to reports, Harvard University is now offering freshmen the opportunity to enroll in a remedial math course—as many incoming students don't have the math skills necessary to excel at the Ivy League school. 3:40pm- In a win for the Trump Administration, the Supreme Court ruled that nonprofit groups lacked standing to file a lawsuit over the firing of 16,000 public sector workers from the departments of Agriculture, Defense, Energy, Interior, Treasury, and Veterans Affairs. In another ruling, the court concluded that the administration can continue to deport Venezuelan migrants who are in the U.S. unlawfully. Both cases have been described as “technical rulings.” Weekday afternoons on Talk Radio 1210 WPHT, Rich Zeoli gives the expert analysis and humorous take that we need in this crazy political climate. Along with Executive Producer Matt DeSantis and Justin Otero, the Zeoli show is the next generation of talk radio and you can be a part of it weekday afternoons 3-7pm.

The Rich Zeoli Show- Hour 4: 6:05pm- Tariff Fight: President Donald Trump responded to European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen's offer to reduce the European Union's tariffs to zero on cars and industrial goods imported from the United States. While the initial offer wasn't enough to spare the EU from the Trump Administration's tariffs, President Trump did state that if the EU commits to importing $350 billion of American energy, an agreement can be reached. Meanwhile, in a post to X, Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent announced that he has received the green light to begin trade negotiations with Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba and his cabinet. 6:10pm- Reagan Administration economist Art Laffer expressed optimism regarding President Donald Trump's reciprocal tariffs—determining that countries will ultimately negotiate for decreased tariffs, resulting in freer trade and with fewer restrictions on the importation of American-made goods internationally. 6:30pm- In a win for the Trump Administration, the Supreme Court ruled that nonprofit groups lacked standing to file a lawsuit over the firing of 16,000 public sector workers from the departments of Agriculture, Defense, Energy, Interior, Treasury, and Veterans Affairs. In another ruling, the court concluded that the administration can continue to deport Venezuelan migrants who are in the U.S. unlawfully. Both cases have been described as “technical rulings.” 6:50pm- White House Infighting? DOGE chief Elon Musk referred to Trump Administration economic advisor Peter Navarro as a “moron” over his pro-tariff arguments. When asked about the feud, White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt dismissed the disagreement as nothing serious, explaining: “boys will be boys.” Weekday afternoons on Talk Radio 1210 WPHT, Rich Zeoli gives the expert analysis and humorous take that we need in this crazy political climate. Along with Executive Producer Matt DeSantis and Justin Otero, the Zeoli show is the next generation of talk radio and you can be a part of it weekday afternoons 3-7pm.

The Rich Zeoli Show- Full Episode (04/08/2025): 3:05pm- Tariff Fight: President Donald Trump responded to European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen's offer to reduce the European Union's tariffs to zero on cars and industrial goods imported from the United States. While the initial offer wasn't enough to spare the EU from the Trump Administration's tariffs, President Trump did state that if the EU commits to importing $350 billion of American energy, an agreement can be reached. Meanwhile, in a post to X, Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent announced that he has received the green light to begin trade negotiations with Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba and his cabinet. 3:15pm- White House Infighting? DOGE chief Elon Musk referred to Trump Administration economic advisor Peter Navarro as a “moron” over his pro-tariff arguments. When asked about the feud, White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt dismissed the disagreement as nothing serious, explaining: “boys will be boys.” 3:30pm- According to reports, Harvard University is now offering freshmen the opportunity to enroll in a remedial math course—as many incoming students don't have the math skills necessary to excel at the Ivy League school. 3:40pm- In a win for the Trump Administration, the Supreme Court ruled that nonprofit groups lacked standing to file a lawsuit over the firing of 16,000 public sector workers from the departments of Agriculture, Defense, Energy, Interior, Treasury, and Veterans Affairs. In another ruling, the court concluded that the administration can continue to deport Venezuelan migrants who are in the U.S. unlawfully. Both cases have been described as “technical rulings.” 4:00pm- Surrounded by energy workers, President Donald Trump signed an executive order protecting domestic energy production—specifically, coal. The order protects several coal-fired power plants that would otherwise have been shuttered. 5:05pm- Dr. Wilfred Reilly—Professor of Political Science at Kentucky State University & Author of “Lies My Liberal Teacher Told Me”—joins The Rich Zeoli Show to discuss Alexandria Ocasio Cortez flying first class while on her way to host a “Fight Oligarchy” rally in Las Vegas. Plus, several anti-Trump protesters have no idea what they're even protesting…and can't define fascism. And did Sen. Cory Booker accomplish anything by delivering a 25-hour speech from the Senate floor? Nope. It wasn't even a real filibuster as he wasn't challenging any specific piece of proposed legislation! 5:40pm- During “Hands Off” protests across the country, Trump Administration protesters expressed their disdain for the president. But the most memorable complaint was courtesy of an individual who claimed Donald Trump doesn't want her to use the bathroom! 6:05pm- Tariff Fight: President Donald Trump responded to European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen's offer to reduce the European Union's tariffs to zero on cars and industrial goods imported from the United States. While the initial offer wasn't enough to spare the EU from the Trump Administration's tariffs, President Trump did state that if the EU commits to importing $350 billion of American energy, an agreement can be reached. Meanwhile, in a post to X, Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent announced that he has received the green light to begin trade negotiations with Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba and his cabinet. 6:10pm- Reagan Administration economist Art Laffer expressed optimism regarding President Donald Trump's reciprocal tariffs—determining that countries will ultimately negotiate for decreased tariffs, resulting in freer trade and with fewer restrictions on the importation of American-made goods internationally. 6:30pm- In a win for the Trump Administration, the Supreme Court ruled that nonprofit groups lacked standing to file a lawsuit over the firing of 16,000 public sector workers from the departments of Agriculture, Defense, Energy, Interior, Treasury, and ...

Day 1,139.Today, we talk about the crash in oil prices and the consequences on Russia's economy. We discuss Vladimir Putin's special envoy to the US on international economic and investment cooperation, Kirill Dmitriev. And, Francis Dearnley speaks with John W. Boerstler, who served as the Chief Veterans Experience Officer at the US Department of Veterans Affairs. Contributors:Adélie Pojzman-Pontay (Narrative Podcast Producer). @adeliepjz on X.Roland Oliphant (Senior Foreign Correspondent). @RolandOliphant on X.With thanks to John W. Boerstler (Executive Vice President of Public Sector at IPSOS).Content Referenced:As oil plunges, Kremlin sees a global economic storm, from Reuters: https://www.reuters.com/business/energy/oil-plunges-kremlin-sees-global-economic-storm-2025-04-07/Russia plans to capitalise on Trump's trade wars – here's the man leading Putin's gambit, from the Telegraph: Russia plans to capitalise on Trump's trade wars – here's the man leading Putin's gambitJohn W. Boerstler - U.S. Department of Veterans AffairsNOW AVAILABLE IN NEW LANGUAGES:The Telegraph has launched translated versions of Ukraine: The Latest in Ukrainian and Russian, making its reporting accessible to audiences on both sides of the battle lines and across the wider region, including Central Asia and the Caucasus. Just search Україна: Останні Новини (Ukr) and Украина: Последние Новости (Ru) on your on your preferred podcast app to find them, or click the links below.Listen here: https://linktr.ee/ukrainethelatestLearn more about the tech: https://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/2025/02/24/ukraine-the-latest-podcast-russian-ukrainian-ai-translation/Subscribe: telegraph.co.uk/ukrainethelatestEmail: ukrainepod@telegraph.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Doug Collins is the 12th United States Secretary of Veterans Affairs, sworn in on February 5, 2025. A Republican with a track record of public service, Collins served as U.S. Representative for Georgia's 9th district (2013–2021) and in the Georgia House (2007–2013). An Air Force Reserve chaplain since 2002, he deployed to Iraq in 2008 and was promoted to colonel in 2023. With a Master of Divinity and a Juris Doctor, Collins combines faith, law, and military experience in his mission to overhaul the VA by focusing on efficiency, transparency, and veteran care. Shawn Ryan Show Sponsors: https://ShawnLikesGold.com | 855-936-GOLD https://AmericanFinancing.net/SRS | NMLS 182334, nmlsconsumeraccess.org https://trueclassic.com/SRS Upgrade your wardrobe and save on @trueclassic at trueclassic.com/SRS ! #trueclassicpod https://ZipRecruiter.com/SRS https://ExpressVPN.com/SRS https://hometitlelock.com/SRS Go to https://hometitlelock.com/srs and use promo code SRS to get a FREE title history report so you can find out if you're already a victim AND 14 days of protection for FREE! And make sure to check out the Million Dollar TripleLock protection details when you get there! Exclusions apply. For details visit https://hometitlelock.com/warranty https://Hillsdale.edu/SRS https://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/SRS | Download the app today and use code SRS Secretary Doug Collins Links: X - https://x.com/SecVetAffairs Call 1-800-MyVA411 (1-800-698-2411) – This is always the right number to reach VA and available 24/7/365.   Are you a Veteran in crisis or concerned about one? Dial 988 and Press 1 to reach the Veteran Crisis Line – confidential and standing by 24/7/365. More information: http://www.veteranscrisisline.net/.  Call 1-877-4AID-VET (1-877-424-3838) if you are a Veteran at risk of homelessness or a family member, friend, or advocate. Confidential and available 24/7/365. You may also chat online: National Call Center for Homeless Veterans - VA Homeless Programs  Submit your question to https://ask.VA.gov/ if you prefer to digitally send VA sensitive or private information.   Login to www.VA.gov or use the VA Health and Benefits Mobile App to directly message your health care provider.  Schedule 1-on-1 virtual or in-person assistance with a VA Benefits Expert: https://va.my.site.com/VAVERA/   Find a VA facility near you: https://www.va.gov/find-locations/   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Trump administration's efforts to reshape the federal government have now set their sights on how the Social Security Administration and the Department of Veterans Affairs could be reformed. But their proposed changes could leave millions of Americans who rely on services from those agencies vulnerable. This episode: political correspondents Susan Davis & Ashley Lopez, and veterans correspondent Quil Lawrence.The podcast is produced by Bria Suggs & Kelli Wessinger and edited by Casey Morell. Our executive producer is Muthoni Muturi.Listen to every episode of the NPR Politics Podcast sponsor-free, unlock access to bonus episodes with more from the NPR Politics team, and support public media when you sign up for The NPR Politics Podcast+ at plus.npr.org/politics.Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy

Nicolle Wallace on the chaos Trump is unleashing on the American economy, Elon Musk's agenda clashing with the MAGA movement, and DOGE staffing cuts disrupting the Department of Veterans Affairs.Joined by: Vaughn Hillyard, Charlie Sykes, John Heilemann, Martin O'Malley, Mike Schmidt, Andrew Weissmann, Marc Elias, Amy McGrath, and Kyle Lewis.