SoCal Military News is a podcast dedicated to connecting active duty and military veterans with the people of Southern California and around the country. Hear their stories and talk with those passionate souls dedicated to improving their quality of life and to leaving a lasting positive impact in the military community – now and in the future.
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Ep. 26 Linda Sundran: Pendleton Community Service Fund
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How do you help 40,000 military families in 5 years with one truck and no employees? Listen and find out how they do it! Website: https://cpcsf.org/ Phone: 760-415-9990By Linda Sundran
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Ep. 25 Chuck Miller: National Veterans Chamber of Commerce
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Chuck Miller, National Veterans Chamber of Commerce. The National Veterans Chamber's main goal is to promote collaboration and support innovative ideas that will address Military/Veteran challenges faced pre and post-transition. Chuck Miller National Veterans Chamber of Commerce https://www.vccsd.org/ (760) 453-2370…
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Ep. 24 David Zumaya: Digital Marketing for Non-Profits
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David Zumaya is the Founder of My San Diego North County, and is a Digital Marketing Advocate. David is also known as the “Digital Mayor” of North County. Today he’s talking about marketing for non-profits: How to use free social media and Google to deliver your nonprofit message. David Zumaya My San Diego North County https://www.mysdnc.com/ (619)…
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Ep. 23 Jenna Biggane: Admission Counselor for San Diego Job Corps
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Jenna Biggane, Admission Counselor for San Diego Job Corps. Job Corps was established in 1964 to fight against poverty. Job Corps offers housing, food, basic medical care needs, career training, academic classes, and driver license training all at NO COST for our students. Jenna Biggane Outreach and Admissions Counselor https://sandiego.jobcorps.go…
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Ep. 22 Ray Flores, SDVC Liaison, Office of Military and Veterans Affairs County of San Diego Health & Human Services Agency
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The men and women who serve our Nation deserve our support - Today, Tomorrow, Always. Visit VANC today at VANC.me. This was recorded on January 9th, 2023 at the 1st Monday meeting. Ray discusses the mission of the Office of Military & Veterans Affairs providing professional services for military veterans, their dependents, and survivors who are ent…
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Ep. 21 Tommy Moore, Active Duty Navy Chief, Veteran & Community Outreach Representative
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Shelter to Soldier, training psychiatric service dogs for combat veterans and survivors of MST at zero cost to our veterans. Get Connected Tommy Moore, Shelter to Soldier760-870-5338 office904-625-5151 mobile Discover more about VANC: https://www.vanc.me/. Follow VANC on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/VeteransAssociationNorthCounty. Learn more …
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Ep. 20 Alisa Espinoza, University Development Counselor, Military Division with Grand Canyon University
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Alisa Espinoza, University Development Counselor, Military Division with Grand Canyon University-The rigorous demands of the military, including long hours, irregular schedules, and frequent relocation, can make earning a degree difficult. GCU is dedicated to the educational goals of military professionals, DOD personnel, and their families. Get Co…
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Ep. 19 Judy Hernandez: Training Coordinator, Assistant Canine Support Teams
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The men and women who serve our Nation deserve our support - Today, Tomorrow, Always.Visit VANC today at https://www.vanc.me/ This was recorded on December 5th, 2022 at the 1st Monday meeting. Canine Support Teams is excited to announce they have once again received a federal grant that allows providing service dogs for veterans with disabilities a…
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Ep. 18 Quinton Hufferd: Director of North County Donor Engagement
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As North County Mission Representative for the San Diego Rescue Mission (SDRM), Quinton Hufferd is responsible for engaging with community members, local government leaders, volunteers, and supporters of SDRM throughout North County San Diego. Quinton joined the Rescue Mission in March 2022 to build a movement of support for North County expansion …
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Ep. 17 Chuck Callahan: Veterans Staffing Consultant Work for Warriors
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California Work For Warriors assist Veterans, reservist, and their family members in finding meaningful employment. They do this by partnering with Companies throughout California to link candidates and the company together. Chuck CallahanVeterans Staffing Consultant Work for Warriors916-854-4426https://workforwarriors.org/…
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Ep. 16 Bob Bourdette, Regional Manager Advocate Health Advisors
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Recorded at the monthly 1st Monday meeting on November 7th, 2022. Bob Bourdette - Regional Manager Advocate Health Advisors. They are a Veteran owned and operated company, they founded their company because they saw too many of our Seniors and fellow Veterans struggling with the complexity of both Medicare and VA benefits. They complement VA benefi…
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Ep. 15 Joshua "Jay" Baptist - Wave Neuroscience Veteran Coordinator
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Recorded at the monthly 1st Monday meeting on November 7th, 2022. Joshua "Jay" Baptist - Wave Neuroscience Veteran Coordinator - Do you or anyone you know suffer from brain fog after waking? Do you find yourself reading the same thing multiple times but still cannot seem to comprehend the information? Do you have trouble with memory, headaches, or …
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Ep. 14 Jim Reiser, Hospice of the North Coast (HNC)
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Recorded at the monthly 1st Monday meeting on November 7th, 2022. Jim Reiser, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and Bereavement Coordinator of Hospice of the North Coast (HNC). At the Hope Bereavement Center of HNC, their goal is to support the bereaved so they are enriched by the grieving process. Jim shared about their free bereavement and l…
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Ep. 13 Chuck and Lori - VANC Then and Now
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This is John Biethan, a friend of VANC. In March 2022 I encouraged Chuck Atkinson, the President of VANC, and Lori Boody, Executive Director, to have a conversation and share the stories of their early years working together, back then, and today now. To hear Chuck's story, visit Ep.12, Don’t Ever Tell Chuck Atkinson No. Get Connected Discover more…
The Veterans Association of North County Resource Center is the inspiration of veteran Chuck Atkinson. As a Past Commander of the American Legion Post #146, his dream, initially, was to locate a place where his American Legion Post could meet on a regular basis. However, he had long felt that the North County area lacked a cohesive mechanism for pr…
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Ep. 11 Revisiting How We Serve All Who Serve feat. Exec. Director Lori Boody and John Sanders
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Today VANC’s Executive Director, Lori Boody, and John Sanders from the Sanders Tech-Ed Foundation chat about the history of VANC and all the ways it serves active-duty military, veterans, and their families, and how the organization is positively impacting the community through its certification courses, resources, events, and more. Get Connected D…
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Ep. 10 Inspiring the Next Generation Through the Flying Leatherneck Aviation Museum
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Click here to learn more about VANC. Much can be learned from history, particularly military history. Artifacts carry stories of trials and triumphs that encourage, educate, and embolden those who are willing to learn from them. Through its engaging exhibits and its collection of historical Marine Corps’ aircraft, the Flying Leatherneck Aviation Mu…
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Ep. 9 Helping the Homeless Veterans of San Diego with Kelly Luisi
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Learn more about VANC here. Without a doubt, homelessness is prevalent in the San Diego area. One of the populations that is most significantly affected by homelessness is the veteran community. Kelly Luisi, the founder of the Homeless Veterans of San Diego, is working to change that. Kelly Luisi has always been passionate about helping veterans an…
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Ep. 8 Creating the BEST Life for Veterans & Civilians with Michelle Ranae Wild
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Learn more about VANC: https://www.vanc.me/ College professor and CEO of BEST (Brain Education Strategies and Technologies), Michelle Ranae Wild, recently spoke at VANC’s Monday Meeting about her special education program at Coastline Community College and her nonprofit. Through her school, she teaches numerous adults in Coastline Community College…
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Ep. 7 Veterans Day Honoring All Who Served
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Learn more about VANC: https://www.vanc.me/ Program Welcome Remarks - Frank Pulley, SgtMaj USMC (Ret) Invocation - LCDR Buster L. Williams, U.S. Navy Chaplain Corps, MCB Camp Pendleton Posting The Colors - Color Guard Pledge of Allegiance - Eve Nasby National Anthem - Eve Nasby Keynote Speaker - Daniel Whitney, Commanding Officer, H & S Battalion, …
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Ep. 6 BONUS Episode with The American Legion
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Learn more about VANC: https://www.vanc.me/ Mike Walsh: Today we’re picking up the conversation from episode 5 about their experience in Germany and how that mirrors what's going on today, is fascinating. Recently, on VANC’s SoCal Military News and Views podcast, Mike Walsh spoke with two members of American Legion Post 760, Vincent Barna and Matth…
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Ep. 5 Strengthening America with The American Legion
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Learn more about VANC: https://www.vanc.me/ Recently, on VANC’s SoCal Military News and Views podcast, Mike Walsh spoke with two members of American Legion Post 760, Vincent Barna and Matthew Shillingburg. Together, they talk about the history of the American Legion, what it does for the community, and how you can get involved in this incredible or…
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Ep. 4 Built to Serve: How Team Rubicon Accomplishes the Mission
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Learn more about VANC: https://www.vanc.me/ On this episode of VANC’s SoCal Military News and Views podcast, Team Rubicon Southern California State Administrator, Kevin Kothlow, and Lt. Colonel James Coler talk about Team Rubicon’s mission, how they got involved in the organization, and the incredible emergency response deployments they have been a…
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Ep. 3 Stories of the Secret War with Retired Green Beret, John Stryker Meyer
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Recently, military hero, author, and podcast host, John Stryker Meyer joined Mike Walsh on VANC’s SoCal Military News and Views podcast. In this episode, he shares the story of his time in Vietnam and how he is using his platform to encourage fellow Green Berets, share their stories, and inspire listeners across the country. John Stryker Meyer enli…
The Future of the U.S. Navy & Marine Corps with Colonel Daniel Whitley Learn more about VANC here: https://www.vanc.me/ On this episode of VANC’s SoCal Military News and Views podcast, your host Mike Walsh, speaks with Colonel Daniel M. Whitley, who shares insight on the future of the United States Navy and Marine Corps. Bronze Star, Meritorious Se…
Welcome to VANC’s SoCal Military News and Views podcast! Each week, your host, Mike Walsh, speaks with active-duty military members, veterans, and citizens who support our military, so that you can hear their stories as they serve our country and support those who do. In the pilot episode, Mike speaks with VANC’s Executive Director, Lori Boody, and…