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SOFREP Radio

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Special operations military news and straight talk with the guys in the community. Hosted by former military operators. As seen ranked #1 in Apple Podcasts government category.
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Operation Retirement Readiness

Mike Hunsberger & Amy King

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Amy & Mike, 2 CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ Professionals, talk about how military members can prepare for transition and how Veterans can prepare for ultimate retirement. Topics include: military benefits like SGLI, Survivor Benefit Program, Thrift Savings Plan, and GI Bill as well as budgeting, investing, taxes, and college planning. Disclaimer: This podcast represents the views of the hosts and guests. It's for informational purposes only and should not be considered tax, financial, or leg ...
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Retirement Answer Man

Roger Whitney, CFP®, CIMA®, RMA, CPWA®

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A top retirement podcast. Roger Whitney, CFP®, CIMA®, CPWA®, RMA, guides you on how to actually do retirement well financially and personally. This retirement podcast isn't afraid to talk about the softer side of retirement. It will teach you how to retire with confidence. Two-time PLUTUS winner for best retirement podcast / blog and the 2019 winner for best financial planner blog. This retirement podcast covers how to create a paycheck, medicare, healthcare, Social Security, tax management ...
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The #1 Military Real Estate Investing show focused on achieving financial freedom through the power of real estate investing for those who serve. Hear stories from other veterans on how they were able to leverage their VA Loan to build passive income and financial independence for their transition from service. Learn Military House Hacking and other investing strategies to build wealth and earn a piece of the "American Dream" you've fought hard to defend!
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Is your retirement plan rock solid? At MasterPlan Retirement Consultants, we specialize in constructing retirement plans designed to meet the challenges you could face in the course of a 20, 25 or 30-year retirement - or longer. Our tax planning, income planning, Social Security maximization, estate planning, healthcare planning, pension maximization, long-term care planning and other strategies are designed to maximize your retirement savings and income, while minimizing taxes and protectin ...
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Project Sapient is a podcast meant to engage our brothers and sisters in the law enforcement and military communities, in conversations that we all know we need to have. All opinions you‘ll hear are our own, are protected by our first amendment of the United States Constitution, and in no way reflect or are meant to reflect the opinion of any specific agency, officer or service member. Some opinions may be controversial. Listener Discretion is advised.
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Join us for vibrant camaraderie, playful joking and hot takes on current events, interesting trends and quirky stories of interest to the military and veteran community. The weekly podcast is produced by The American Legion. For more stories and videos please visit www.legion.org/tangoalphalima
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Coming Home Well

Veteran Community

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Coming Home Well Directory is a combination of podcasts geared toward educating, supporting and advocating for our veterans and veteran caregiver community.Coming Home Well hosted by Dr. Tyler Pieron is a deep dive into the resources available for veterans and their families that assist with healing the trauma of war. On occasion Tyler is joined by historians as they revisit significant events within our military history to ensure our heroes are not forgotten. Straight To The Point hosted by ...
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Heroes, Healing, and Hunting. There is a refuge in the wild places, free of chaos and demands. Many who have served are looking for just that and find it in hunting. This podcast is created to connect servicemen to organizations and opportunities with incredible hunting experiences. Along the way we will share stories of how hunting and the outdoors have inspired the soul and find life’s purpose renewed. There is a great appreciation for all who have given willingly of themselves for the sak ...
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Oral histories of Myanmar - life stories; some starting as far back as the late 1920’s.From my years of involvement in Myanmar I have become aware of the increasing scarcity of the generation of Myanma citizens who were born during the colonial period and have lived through the tumultuous years since that time. For me, these men and women are "national treasures" whose experience, perseverance and wisdom gained during their long lives will be lost unless we capture their stories in some way. ...
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Moments in Leadership is a podcast where you will hear firsthand about the careers of senior military leaders as they share their own unique and individual experiences. Moments in Leadership will immerse you in real-life stories where you will learn about the challenging situations these accomplished leaders faced and discover the lessons they learned early in their careers that were the most influential to developing their overall leadership style.
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*** The Hero Academy podcast by Super Dave *** - The place where we can celebrate and highlight our Frontline Hero’s. - I believe that Frontline workers such as Nurses, Firemen, EMS, Police Officers, & Military are Heroes without capes - I don’t care about Politics only Positivity and Purpose. - I only care about those that have chosen serve society (Civil Servants) - I believe in collaboration over competition - Here you will learn the secrets & strategies that let ordinary people become ex ...
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Milspouse Matters is the podcast dedicated to encouraging military spouses! I'm your host, Jen McDonald, and I was a military spouse for 30 years until my husband’s retirement. We lived all around the world, raised four kids, and dealt with all the challenges and adventures of military life, just like you! I’m also the author of two books for military spouses. Over the years, I came to believe that we military spouses are tough, but we're only stronger together. Whether you’re a new or more ...
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Coast To Coasties

Hunter Giacomuzzi

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This podcast is dedicated to those interested in learning more about the United States Coast Guard through the lens of myself as an active duty Coast Guard member. My goal is to bring guests from all different sections of the Coast Guard both active, reserve, and retired as well as member from the civilian maritime industry to share their stories and experiences. This will better my listeners understanding of what the Coast Guard does, why we love what we do, and inform you of how cool and a ...
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What’s Your Emergency

MotorCop & the Happy Medic

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WYE is the podcast that responds to all emergencies on and off the job. This podcast covers four core areas of life: Physical, Financial, Emotional, and Professional. Inside each of those cores lies four phases of an emergency: Education, Preparation, Response, and Recovery. Through each core, WYE will offer different perspectives on each phase. Industry and Subject Matter Experts will offer their guidance on how best to leverage possibility and maximize results in each of the four areas.
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UFO Talker will be available every Wednesday. It will be a mixture of discussion, interviews and people describing their sightings of unidentified flying objects. You can contact the podcast by email: ufotalker@bell.net
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Welcome to 'Talks with Toni,' where host Toni, a former HR professional turned property investment maven, shares her transformative journey. Breaking free from conventional expectations, Toni and her husband, Chris, raised millions for a multi-million-pound property portfolio, propelling her into entrepreneurship and early retirement at 33. A world record holder in public speaking, Toni uses her podcast as a platform to inspire and educate, featuring diverse guests with compelling success st ...
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DoD BeThere Podcast

DoD BeThere Peer Support Call and Outreach Center

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We've moved! We've teamed up with Military OneSource to BeThere for Service members, their families and transitioning Veterans up to 365 days post separation or retirement. Access Military OneSource's free, confidential peer support services at 800-342-9647 and www.MilitaryOneSource.mil. If you or someone you know is in crisis, contact the Veterans Crisis Line (800-273-8255 and Press 1), the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline (800-273-8255), or other confidential platform.
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I spent 21 years of my life in the military being told what to do. Now that I'm retired I can do whatever the hell I want. This Podcast will cover politics, life style, entertainment, advice, and I'll be trying out different self improvement and how to videos on YouTube. My mission is to have a happy life and to help you have one too.
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Veterans Corner Radio focuses on what those who have served in the military, and their families need to know to maximize the services and benefits due to them. No matter if you are currently serving or got out 50 years ago, this program will give you answers to questions you didn’t even know you should be asking. Among those who have been and will be sharing their knowledge are those from the Department of Defense (DOD), Veterans Health Administration, Veterans Benefits Administration, Natio ...
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Drivetime

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Highlights from the daily news programme with Sarah McInerney and Cormac Ó hEadhra. Featuring all the latest stories, interviews and special reports. Listen live Monday to Friday at 4.30pm on RTÉ Radio 1.
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Operation: Veteran Finance

Garrett Sorensen, MBA, CFPⓇ

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Operation: Veteran Finance is an education-based podcast to help you accomplish your money mission. OVF is hosted by Army Veteran and CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNING™ professional Garrett N. Sorensen. For questions or if you would like to be a guest on the show, be sure to check out our website www.OperationVeteranFinance.org. Thanks for listening!
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Life is full of change, some minor and some major. After 26 years of active service and retirement as a military officer, life has been full of major changes over the past couple years. I am focusing on family, community, and sharing my experiences in leadership, productivity, love of technology, and life in general.
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Male Military Spouse Radio Show

Unexpected Veteran Radio Show

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Host Dave Etter moderates this open forum 120 minute weekly call-in web-radio show for Male Military Spouses, and anything goes! Military spouses - you have an issue? Let us explore it and have fun! Rated "R" when broadcast, downgraded if we play nice. If needed, a "scrubbed" radio-edit version that is family friendly will be created and two versions of a show may be present.
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A podcast for parents who balance the unique challenges of raising children while also serving our nation in uniform. We share our experiences as parents. We discuss everything from the latest regulations for pregnancy, breastfeeding, and the postpartum period, to topics such as health and wellness to military family services. Also a great resource for senior military leaders, spouses, and family members.
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Please join Veteran Dr. Char Gatlin and LTC (Retired) Kevin Sickinger for The Abstract Veteran Series, a special feature of The Abstract Doctors podcasts. The Abstract Doctors is a series of weekly podcasts that feature fascinating guests from the world of medicine, professional & Olympic sports, psychology, coaching, health science, wellness, & inspiring stories of people who overcome, achieve and find ways to improve their life each and every day. Dr. Char Gatlin serves as the co-chair of ...
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AVIATE with Shaesta

Shaesta Waiz, Michael Wildes

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AVIATE with Shaesta brings some of the most interesting female aviators together- trailblazers, record-setters, mothers, adventurers, entrepreneurs- to have honest conversations about what it means to be a woman in aviation. Join Shaesta Waiz, the Youngest Woman to Fly Solo Around the World, as she goes around the world (via a podcast) and connects with the industry to have honest conversations about being a woman in aviation. AVIATE, which stands for Acknowledge, Vocalize, Inclusion, Act, T ...
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The Military Wallet Podcast with Ryan Guina

Military & Veterans Benefits, Military Retirement, VA Disability Benefits,

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The Military Wallet podcast is a weekly podcast that was created to bring the latest news and information in military and veterans benefits. This is the place to come for up to date information on current benefits programs for active duty members, retirees, members of the Guard and Reserves, veterans, and their family members. We cover topics such as military pay & benefits, military retirement pensions, VA disability claims, VA Loans, GI Bill, Thrift Savings Plan, and much more.
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Welcome to the School To Embassy Project, the podcast dedicated to finding new solutions to stop/end school shootings in America. Join us as we dive deep into conversations with subject-matter-experts, family of victims & survivors, and community leaders to explore tangible solutions for ensuring our children can go to school and be in safe learning environment once again. In each episode, we'll sit down with Police SWAT and Bomb Squad experts, retired military generals, and other high-level ...
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Yann Faho is a distinguished Retirement Income Specialist. Not only by his extensive experience but also by his unique background as an Air Force veteran, and former Wall Street investment banker. With over two decades of exceptional expertise, Yann Faho has established an impressive track record in the financial industry. Yann Faho’s primary mission today is to assist high-net-worth families in safeguarding their retirement funds from the unpredictable forces of market crashes, taxation, an ...
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The challenges faced by first responders in the medical, rescue, police, and military have never been greater. Each day that you report for duty, your personal well-being is placed on the line as you step up to fulfill your duty and help people. It is unfortunate that the contributions of first responders are very rarely recognized for the priceless gift that they really are. In addition to the physical dangers faced on the job by first responders, there is a hidden danger that may impact th ...
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theSITREP Podcast

Department of Veterans Affairs

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Did you serve in the military? theSITREP is your trusted source for information about the benefits you have earned and deserve. Join theSITREP, as we discuss VA Disability, VA Pensions, VA Health Care, VA Home Loans, benefits for dependents, and benefits offered by other agencies and departments, such as military retirement, social security benefits and more. Want to watch? Search #theSITREP on YouTube. Have topic ideas for future episodes of theSITREP? Email us at theSITREP@va.gov.
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How many times have you heard a radio host say, "I wish our audience could have heard the conversation our guest and I had during the break..." This podcast are those conversations.
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Rich Habits Podcast

Austin Hankwitz and Robert Croak

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Introducing the Rich Habits Podcast — a financial literacy podcast for anyone ready to take back control of their money by implementing new habits. Join Robert Croak and Austin Hankwitz every Monday and Thursday as they demystify the financial habits of the rich, share their own mistakes and shortcomings, and lay out the blueprint for you to succeed with money. Robert is a decamillionaire with 30+ years of business experience and $200M+ of company exits under his belt, while Austin is an ent ...
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The Fear and Courage Podcast tells the stories of military service members, law enforcement officers, and first responders. These experiences are intense and in many ways foreign to the majority of people. The show includes stories with intensity, unique experiences, personal impacts (positive and negative), and lives changed for the better or worse as a result of a career of service. By telling the impactful stories of education, training, operations, traumas, victories, career paths, and f ...
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I hear it all the time. "I wish I would have know that before I retired/separated from the military!" What do you wish you would have known before you left the military? What happens once you have your DD214? How do you navigate life as a civilian? When should I start planning? What are my resources? Life After the Uniform is here to answer all of these questions and more. We will connect the people with the expertise to the people with the questions! Plus, you'll hear stories from Veterans ...
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The Spouse Benefit Plan - Helping military couples and seasoned spouses keep or opt out of the Survivor Benefit Plan Check out our growing list of resources at our website thespousebenefitplan.com or contact Jen at thespousebenefitplan@gmail.com Connect with us on social media: https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-spouse-benefit-plan/ https://instagram.com/thespousebenefitplan https://www.facebook.com/thespousebenefitplan/ https://twitter.com/TheMilSpouseBP https://www.youtube.com/playlist?l ...
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Welcome to the world’s MOST TRUSTED Podcast for Passion & Attraction! Inspired by real events, with real conversations with really inspirational people! Hosted by Quiy Speaks, the Champion of Leadership! Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/themdm-pod/support
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The InDependent Spouse Podcast

Jess Sands : Podcast Host, Business Owner and military wife

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The InDependent Spouse podcast by The Milspo Business Network is a series of fun, informative podcasts for all military spouses, partners and other-halves. The InDependent Spouse podcast was born from a need to hear something new. A need to hear from the inspirational men and women who experience service life from the ‘home-front’ while creating successful businesses, running amazing charities and taking on their own challenges. To give a voice to those who are already achieving astonishing ...
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Urban Christian Veterans provides a safe place for Christian Veterans of Color to discuss the challenges we face in our daily lives. Being a person of color has its challenges. Being a Christian has its challenges. Being a veteran has its challenges. In addition, many of us suffer with PTSD as a result of things we experienced during our military service. All of those factors being combined makes for a unique, and sometimes very challenging life experience that is seldom talked about in publ ...
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Military retirees have a unique set of circumstances and opportunities. In this episode, military retiree and retirement planner Scott Sanborn joins me to explore the financial and non-financial aspects that come with a military retirement. Over the next month, we’ll be exploring different ways of retiring. If you have special retirement circumstan…
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Sam Guthrie is a retired Army Officer with a career that took him all over the world leading troops and helping prepare them for combat. We talked about his journey into the military and how he ended up in the Pentagon on 9/11! We talked about his immediate reaction - how things unfolded that day - the aftermath - the emotions AND where his career …
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Every Wednesday I will bring you 5 headlines you may have missed OR I think you will find interesting! Politics - Culture - Relationships - Business - Science - you never know what I will find while I am out there in the fields picking headlines just for you!Please consider supporting the podast by becoming a Patron: https://www.patreon.com/duringt…
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Death by Boomer with Jeff Styles - every Wednesday! Birthdays and Rabbit Holes!Let's face it - the boomers are the 2nd greatest generation to ever walk planet earth! From our music to our toys (we survived lawn darts) - we made the world better! Yes, better even for you gen x'ers - gen y's and millennials - we're just better!! AND....worse - we als…
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Send us a Text Message. Summer rerun series. Season 1 Episode 28. In an episode that originally aired on March 8, 2023 host Michael Ryan interviews British detective Gary Heseltine about his new book Non-Human. It's his 5 year reinvestigation of the Rendlesham Forest Incident. This is part one of a deep dive into RFI. Gary Heseltine goes over the t…
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If you are exploring a unique retirement, it is important to do your research. The best way to research something is to talk to someone who has walked the walk. That’s why, on this episode of Retirement Answer Man, I chat with people who are living their own unique retirements. Press play to hear these unique stories. OUTLINE OF THIS EPISODE OF THE…
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Welcome back to Project Sapient! In this episode, we dive deep into the realities of law enforcement with JT, the mind behind the popular Instagram page "Survive Policing." JT joins us to share his journey from a military police officer in the Air Force to a 10-year veteran of a large county agency in Maryland. JT discusses the complexities and cha…
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Ariana Caragliano Chief Advancement Officer for the Yellow Ribbon Fund may just have the answers to what a care giver needs to know. Yellow Ribbon Fund is adaptive and responsive to the evolving needs of veterans and their families. Through chapters spread all over our USA, they provide a variety of services, many of which are directed to family me…
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There has has been a powerful reaction to the documentary "Stolen" broadcast on RTE 1 last night. The programme focused on the six decade period when many mothers were incarcerated in mother and baby institutions. We hear from one of the participants in the show, Noelle Brown.By RTÉ Radio 1
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Parents of students at St Killian's Special School in Cork say their children with intellectual disabilities are regressing as therapeutic interventions were withdrawn from the school four years ago. To tell us more reporter Barry Lenihan.By RTÉ Radio 1
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Russia has targeted Ukraine with another wave of deadly strikes, a day after one of its biggest air attacks of the war. At least seven people were killed and dozens wounded as missiles and drones were fired into more than half of Ukraine's regions. For the latest on these strikes, Kira Rudik who is a Member of the Ukrainian Parliament.…
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Sinn Fein leader Mary Lou McDonald has called on Taoiseach Simon Harris to provide full answers to reports that aircraft carrying weaponry from the United States to Israel has flown through Irish airspace. Jennifer Carroll McNeill is the Minister for Europe and she joined Cormac to tell us more.By RTÉ Radio 1
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Constitutional Deep Dive: Article 2 - Section 1 - Part 1: Power of the Presidency! www.headlinesandopinions.com Conversations centered around the American Experiment and our Constitution and Bill of Rights! Our goal is to provide different perspectives - give historical context - model how to talk with those whom we may disagree with - tie foundati…
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In a special episode recorded live at the Tango Alpha Lima Podcast Outpost at The American Legion National Convention in New Orleans, hosts Stacy Pearsall and Adam Marr catch up with former guests and meet new friends who discuss the exciting things they are sharing with convention attendees. Steve Burke, an Army veteran, West Point grad and Busine…
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This interview was originally made on 8 December 2017. U Than Htay made some interesting comments about the colonial and Japanese occupation of Burma. Please feel free to contact me with suggested interviewees at church.peter@gmail.com. Thank you for listening . Peter ChurchBy Peter Church
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The Dems and Projection - America is Good and Bad - Masculinity - MORE! Conversations centered around the American Experiment and our Constitution and Bill of Rights! Our goal is to provide different perspectives - give historical context - model how to talk with those whom we may disagree with - tie foundational principals to today's headlines - P…
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The first day of search concluding in Co Louth for body of murdered British intelligence officer Robert Niarac, kidnapped and shot by the IRA almost 50 years ago. It's the first search for Captain Niarac since his abduction and murder while working undercover in 1977. Conor McAuley, RTE's Northern Correspondent.…
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Rents rose by more than 7% in the second quarter this year compared with last year. Availability on the rental market remains tight and with a new college year set to begin what will the outlook be like for students. To discuss this USI Vice President for Campaigns, Nathan Murphy and owner of Liberty Blue estate agents in Waterford, Regina Mangan.…
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Pat Lopez of Operation Phoenix Outdoors shares what it means to give back. They do this by bringing Military, Veterans, First Responders, and their families on hunting and fishing trips to facilitate fellowship, friendships, healing and hope. Their goal is to help ease the transition from military to civilian life, reduce stress, reconnect families…
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WELCOME to Jeff Styles' UpFront Wrap-Up on During the Break Podcast - powered by Medicare Misty! A Monday podcast with El Jefe himself about some headlines, stories, and things you may have missed AND some things you may want to look for in the days ahead! PLUS - Jeff shows us how much joy and unity and hope the Dems have for the other party! (he w…
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In this can’t-miss throwback episode, Kevin and special guest co-host Chris Lockwood sit down with Joe Riley of Patriot Family Homes, who reveals how he transformed a simple house hack into a booming nationwide short-term rental empire! From the pros and cons to the nitty-gritty details, we cover it all. Whether you’re just dipping your toes into t…
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⭐️ Join the ⁠Rich Habits Network⁠ before September 1st to lock in your price! --- In this episode of the Rich Habits Podcast, Robert Croak and Austin Hankwitz share three additional ways to generate yield inside of your portfolio -- especially as the Fed is now expected to begin cutting rates. --- ⭐️ Open an account with ⁠Frec⁠ to begin direct inde…
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Floyd Shivambu is now the National Organiser of the Umkhonto WeSizwe (MK) party. The former EFF deputy president announced last week that he would be joining the MK party. The party's President is Jacob Zuma and Dr John Hlope is Deputy President. The uMkhonto WeSizwe Party will be led by the National High Command which will be comprised of commande…
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Since Thursday the Chinese hospital ship - Peace Ark - has been docked at Cape Town's V&A Water Front. The gigantic medical vessel will be docked in the area until Wednesday, 29th August. In conjuction with the South African Military Health Service, the ship will be providing health service to the visiting local community of Cape Town and its outsk…
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In this episode of Retirement Roadmap with Mark and Evan Fricks we look at what U.S. News and World Report lists as The 10 Biggest Regrets of Retirees. We share from our experiences in financial services how these common regrets can impact your retirement roadmap. Have a topic or question you'd like Mark and Evan to address in a future episode? Ema…
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Max Lauker is a former Swedish Arctic Ranger and the author of "Number 788". Today, he shares an overview of the Swedish special forces and how operating in the harsh Arctic environment necessitates the use of the most basic equipment, with a strong emphasis on sheer survival. Lauker discusses his experience as a squad leader in the army and how he…
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Summary This conversation explores the topics of human trafficking, anti-trafficking efforts, and the importance of community and leadership. The guest, Dottie Groover-Skipper, shares her personal journey from being a Miami Dolphins cheerleader to becoming a prominent voice in the fight against human trafficking. She emphasizes the need to address …
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Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Background 08:15 The Influence of Family History 11:31 The Value of Military Service 21:04 Making Informed Decisions 29:04 Choosing a Different Path 33:13 Surrounding Yourself with Positive People 40:42 The Variety of Jobs in the Military 41:40 Taking Responsibility and Owning Up to Mistakes 47:58 Recognizing the Val…
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Dr Than Oo, born 1928, prominent educator, former DG of Basic Education, the key player in raising the literacy rate in Burma in the 1960's and for the re-establishing of the teaching of English to primary school children after a gap of many years, former Chairman of the Academy of Arts and Science. This interview was first published back on 5 Marc…
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Experts are warning of a spike in fraud targeting retirement funds with the Two Pot system arriving on 1st September. The system will enable withdrawals of up to a third of your retirement contributions once a year from R2,000 up to the full balance of your savings pot. But without advanced biometrics, the security of such withdrawls can be comprom…
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Ongoing load reduction and electricity challenges, water constraints, unemployment and crime were some of the many issues raised at the Presidential Imbizo YESTERDAY. Scores of residents from Ekurhuleni and the surrounding areas, flocked to the Tsakane stadium for the Gauteng leg of the Imbizo. The meeting, which is led by President Cyril Ramaphosa…
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A new book, Life Esidimeni - Portrait of Lost Lives, will be launched in Johannesburg TODAY. The book is a graphic and detailed work to preserve memory of the 144 people with mental illness who died from neglect and starvation while in the care of Gauteng's public health system in 2016. In the course of 4 years, the author Harriet Perlman and photo…
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After 40 years in captivity, the last elephant in South Africa's national zoo has been released back into the wild. The elephant, named Charlie, was captured in 1984 from Zimbabwe's Hwange national park when he was two years old. He was taken to Boswell Wilkie Circus here in South Africa and trained to perform tricks. In the early 2000s he was tran…
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What happens if you are incarcerated and you are a veteran? How does this affect your benefits and the needs of your family? In today's episode, Paul and Tyler discuss what happens to veteran benefits when incarcerated and the options available to help both veterans and their family. It is important to notify the VA if a veteran is incarcerated and…
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Dr. Paul Lawrence and Tyler highlight the critical, yet often neglected, practice of veterans discussing their benefits with their loved ones. Paul sheds light on the emotional and financial chaos that can befall a family when a veteran's passing leaves them uninformed and vulnerable, emphasizing the need for open communication to prevent such a cr…
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Today Tyler and Paul discuss OTH, Other Than Honorable Discharge and how a Veteran can gain benefits if they were not honorably discharged from service. There is different gradation of dishonorable discharges but in this episode Tyler and Paul will discuss only OTH. If you are disabled and have an injury, apply for disability compensation. Once the…
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In this mini series podcast, airing in January/February/March 2022, Tyler and Dr. Paul Lawrence, the former Under Secretary to the Veteran Benefits Administration get straight to the point on commonly asked questions within the veteran community. Episode 1 - Tyler and Paul address utilizing the free resources available for veterans verses hiring an…
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Oftentimes a veteran with disabilities such as wheelchair bound, loss of limb, blindness or severe burns may require modifications to their home or to temporary housing. This is where the VA can step in to help with the changes needed. In this episode of Straight to the Point, Tyler and Paul talk about three different grants available through the V…
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Discover the crucial steps to take after the passing of a veteran loved one as Tyler and Paul engage in a conversation offering a compassionate guide through the complexities of veteran benefits. This episode is a beacon for those grappling with loss, shedding light on the cessation of disability compensation and introducing paths to potential bene…
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A reliable, safe way to manage your VA monetary benefit. Paul discusses with Tyler the Veterans Benefits Banking Program which consists of banks and credit unions that work with veterans to qualify for a bank account to direct deposit their VA monetary funds. In addition the VBBP offers financial and credit counseling. To learn more visit https://w…
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VR&E Veteran Readiness and Employment, formerly known as Vocational Rehabilitation and Employment, helps with job training, education, employment accommodations, resume development, and job seeking skills coaching. In today's episode, Paul and Tyler discuss the perks of utilizing VR&E and the interaction between the veteran and the counselor to det…
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Dependency and Indemnity Compensation (DIC) is a tax free monthly benefit paid to eligible survivors of military Servicemembers who died in the line of duty or eligible survivors of Veterans whose death resulted from a service-related injury or disease. This can be a complicated process but well worth the assistance for loved ones especially since …
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Pension Poachers is the slang for "pay for profit agents" who show up to help people with their benefits often under situations of duress. Paul chats with Tyler about the importance of preparing loved ones about their veteran's compensation benefits which will help to eliminate a lot of financial confusion once the veteran has passed. There are sev…
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