Best Militaryveteransforeignwar Podcasts (2024)

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Remember the Ramrods: A Discussion with David Bellavia 50:55

1+ y ago50:55

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Welcome to the new season of the VFW podcast. The new season will spotlight the recent changes within the veteran community from new initiatives to books being released to new laws that have been passed and updates to benefits. Host Rob Couture is pleased to welcome back David Bellavia to the podcast. David is a Medal of Honor recipient from the Ir…

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Medal of Honor Recipient Earl Plumlee 1:12:45

2y ago1:12:45

1:12:45

Happy Veterans Day. As veterans, we all have our war stories, but none are greater than the ones that come from our Medal of Honor recipients. For this Veterans Day, we have a very special interview. Rob had the privilege of recording earlier this year with Medal of Honor recipient Army Master Sergeant Earl Plumlee, a Special Forces Operations Team…

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Hispanic Heritage Month 1:41:35

2y ago1:41:35

1:41:35

The observance of National Hispanic Heritage month goes on every year from September 15th to October 15th to honor the lives of American citizens with Hispanic heritage. That goes the same for the VFW as we are just a melting pot, a reflection of the greater society of our great nation. Although we are all different strands, America is much stronge…

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Landmark Legislation: a Discussion About the PACT Act with Jon Stewart 54:03

2y ago54:03

54:03

A little more than a month has passed since the landmark legislation of the PACT Act was signed into law by President Biden at the White House. It was a much-celebrated win for many of the VSOs and for veteran advocates who worked hard for so long to get a bill passed in Congress to finally award veterans the benefits and care they need after suffe…

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On Location: The VFW 123rd National Convention in Kansas City 1:17:11

2y ago1:17:11

1:17:11

The 123rd VFW National Convention just concluded at the Kansas City Convention Center in Kansas City Missouri. It was the first time the convention has been back in full swing since 2019. One of the new things was an exhibit sound stage in the exhibit hall where #StillServing Podcast Host Rob Couture had the pleasure of interviewing sponsors, exhib…

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Giving Veterans A Fighting Chance: Focus on Charity through Mixed Martial Arts 1:03:42

2+ y ago1:03:42

1:03:42

Ever since the invention of war, combat sports seem to have been part of the military community. It is something integral to the warrior class. Whether it be wrestling, grappling, boxing, martial arts, or even modern-day combatives, veterans, for the most part, across generations love a good fight. Or, at least, love watching them. In this episode,…

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Why We Are Still Serving: Finding Your Place in the VFW 1:23:02

2+ y ago1:23:02

1:23:02

Each of us has a different reason for why we joined the VFW or why we joined a veterans service organization. Maybe it's because we needed help with our veterans’ claim, and we found a service officer that offered us to be part of their organization? Maybe we were looking for the comradery we missed when we left the military? Or, maybe, we were jus…

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Command Visit — Hawaii and a Discussion with DPAA 1:09:25

2+ y ago1:09:25

1:09:25

This episode of the #StillServing podcast aptly drops on the National Former Prisoner of War Recognition Day, April 9th. During the podcast, Rob speaks with Tim Borland, VFW Senior Vice Commander-In-Chief, and Duane Sarmiento, VFW Junior Vice Commander-In-Chief, about their informative trip to Hawaii to discover how the VFW can better support troop…

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Poised, Polished and Empowered: Focus on Female Competitive Fitness 53:09

2+ y ago53:09

53:09

The month of March is Women’s History Month and National Nutrition Month. To recognize them both in one episode, Host Rob Couture speaks with two women who are the epitome of poise, polish, and empowerment. Rachelle Cannon and Julia Waring are both veterans and professional bodybuilders. During the interview, Rob inquires about their respective mil…

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Everyone Has A Story To Tell: Focus on Black History Month 52:20

2+ y ago52:20

52:20

February is a significant month when it comes to black history. The 13th amendment, which abolished slavery, was passed by the House of Representatives on January 31, 1865, and the following day President Lincoln approved a joint resolution of congress submitting it to the state legislature for ratification. Abraham Lincoln and Frederick Douglass’s…

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Striving for Excellence: Focus on Team USA and Careers in Fitness 52:36

2+ y ago52:36

52:36

Everyone wants to operate at their top level of mental, emotional, and physical performance. Often, when service members leave the military, many believe they won’t ever be at the top of their game again but that is not true. So, if now is the time of year when your New Year’s resolution is going by the wayside, starting to slip through the cracks,…

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Smart Money: Exploring the VA’s Financial Literacy and Home Loan Programs 47:25

2+ y ago47:25

47:25

The VFW is dedicated to the wellness of our members. Physical and mental wellness are well-known attributes of a good life but few consider financial wellness as a contributing factor to overall wellness. As we begin the new year, we always want to do better. We have resolutions. We want to make better financial decisions using all of the tools at …

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War Stories: Heavy Drop Into Panama 1:30:06

3y ago1:30:06

1:30:06

Just imagine it is December 1989, and you think you are just going out on a regular training mission. As it turns out, you are getting ready to jump into combat. That is what happened to SEAC (Ret.) John Wayne Troxell when he was a young Staff Sergeant in the 82nd Airborne Division. And thus began Operation Just Cause and the invasion of Panama. Jo…

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War Stories: A Ranger’s Perspective of the Afghan War 1:00:59

3y ago1:00:59

1:00:59

This summer was a tough time for many veterans who watched the evacuation of Afghanistan and the end of the war after 20 years. It was difficult for many veterans to deal with the feelings that surfaced as they watched everything unfold. To give those feelings an outlet, Host Rob Couture decided to give veterans a platform to share their perspectiv…

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Medal of Honor Recipient David Bellavia 58:41

3y ago58:41

58:41

In this special Veterans Day edition of #StillServing, Host Rob Couture interviews his friend and the only living recipient of the Medal of Honor from the Iraq War, Operation Iraqi Freedom veteran and former U.S. Army Staff Sergeant David Bellavia. David was awarded the Medal of Honor on June 25, 2019, for his action at the battle of Fallujah. Rob …

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Every Day is Veterans Day in this Office 1:08:23

3y ago1:08:23

1:08:23

ntinue the conversation, please visit: Veterans of Foreign Wars Website VFW Podcast Page @VFWHQ on Twitter VFW on Facebook @RobCoutureVFW on Facebook VFW Unmet Needs Program Call 1-888-JOIN-VFW Text “NEEDS” to 20222 to donate to the Unmet Needs Program Today’s VFW — Share Your #StillServing Story Sport Clips VFW Help A Hero Scholarship Afghan Reset…

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Getting What’s Due: Focus on Veterans’ Benefits 1:08:51

3y ago1:08:51

1:08:51

This past September 29th, the Veterans of Foreign Wars of the United States celebrated its 122nd birthday. As one of the nation’s oldest combat veterans service organizations, the VFW has been unwavering in its devotion to serving those who served. Whether it’s fighting for health care, education, or disability compensation — No One Does More For V…

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A Cut Above the Rest: On Location at the Sport Clips Haircuts National Huddle 54:43

3y ago54:43

54:43

If you are a veteran enrolled in college for this fall semester, you are more than likely knee-deep in classes by now. If you took advantage of the Post-9/11 GI Bill you're probably not worried about the debt. But, scholarships can go a long way to help you reach educational goals when benefits don't quite get you there. Since 2013, the generous fo…

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Passing the Colors: Focus on the National Convention and our Change of Command 1:36:55

3y ago1:36:55

1:36:55

ant is a present reminder that this pandemic is not quite over. Nevertheless, we must press on with life and continue to get after business even if we've got to make adjustments in the way we do things. The VFW's 2021 National Convention is proof that our organization can and will make things happen. During this episode of the #StillServing podcast…

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Honor The Dead By Helping The Living: Focus on the VFW Washington Office 1:33:33

3y ago1:33:33

1:33:33

Veterans are a unique breed of individuals. They are the only demographic in the nation tied together by the oaths they take to the country and the values they hold instilled in them from the moment they step off that bus at boot camp. As they continue through life, the values, like duty and selfless service, continue to drive many of them to not w…

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Meeting the Need: Focus on Veteran Charity in Action 1:13:57

3y ago1:13:57

1:13:57

Veterans are a unique breed of individuals. They are the only demographic in the nation tied together by the oaths they take to the country and the values they hold instilled in them from the moment they step off that bus at boot camp. As they continue through life, the values, like duty and selfless service, continue to drive many of them to not w…

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Through Thick and Thin: Focus on Veteran Encouragement and Restoration 1:33:07

3+ y ago1:33:07

1:33:07

Camaraderie comes in many forms, from combat deployment to live-fire ranges, or field exercises. To ruck marches to morning PT sessions and back-to-back hour-long death by Powerpoint mandatory annual training. Service members almost always had a battle buddy there soldiering through it together. But, civilian life is much different and for some of …

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Hallowed Grounds and Fallen Heroes: Focus on Memorial Day 1:04:48

3+ y ago1:04:48

1:04:48

Memorial Day is a time to reflect, honor, and commemorate our nation’s sons and daughters who laid down their lives in defense of all of us and our way of life. It is time to remember who they were and their selfless service to the United States of America, who flag-draped their coffins as one final embrace from the country they loved as they were …

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Starting the Conversation: Focusing on Mental Health Awareness 1:15:22

3+ y ago1:15:22

1:15:22

May is Mental Health Awareness month. If you are a proud veteran or service member who finds it difficult to reach out to others during life transitions, know that the VFW and veteran community is here for you. During this episode of the #StillServing podcast, Host Rob Couture reaches out, checks in, and starts the conversation about mental health …

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Health & Fitness for Physical, Mental, and Emotional Wellbeing 1:30:23

3+ y ago1:30:23

1:30:23

During this episode of the Still Serving Podcast, Host Rob Couture shares news and information you can use to get motivated and get healthy. Dr. Jane Kim is the Chief Consultant for Preventive Medicine for the National Center for Health Promotion and Disease Prevention at the Veterans Administration. She comes armed with all the information you nee…

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Mind on Your Money: 2020 Taxes and VA Home Loans 1:08:19

3+ y ago1:08:19

1:08:19

Spring means tax time and for many veterans and military members, our minds are on our finances. 2020 brought the coronavirus, economic impact payments, job transitions, and for some, unemployment. All of these things can complicate filing your taxes. And, if you are planning to become a new homeowner or move this season, a VA home loan is designed…

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Honoring Women’s History Month: Military Women’s Memorial and First Woman VFW Department Commander, Idaho 1:06:15

3+ y ago1:06:15

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Women were not legally permitted to be part of the military until the creation of the Army Nurse Corps in 1901. Since that time, women have been granted the right to vote and the right to serve in combat units. Today, women hold positions of rank, are decorated veterans, and continue to break glass ceilings. During this episode of The VFW Podcast, …

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Cooking with a Veteran, GI Bill Benefits, and the National Museum of the U.S. Army 53:10

3+ y ago53:10

53:10

Many veterans continue to give service to our great nation long after their military service ends. Some volunteer for veterans’ causes, some support organizations such as the VFW financially, and some share their knowledge to enrich veteran’s lives. We acknowledge all the individuals who give back to the veteran community with time, love, and compa…

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Center for Minority Veterans, VFW Foundation, and the All of Us Program 50:50

3+ y ago50:50

50:50

The VFW organization helps veterans to thrive by keeping veterans informed, engaged, and educated about all the benefits and programs available to them and their families. This podcast highlights how additional financial and charitable donations are collected and utilized, unique programs for minority veterans, and how veterans can continue to be o…

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Celebrating the Efforts of African-American Veterans 55:50

3+ y ago55:50

55:50

In honor of Black History month, the VFW is highlighting veterans who made a difference during their service and continue to make a difference in their communities. The VFW donates to organizations that assist service members who have battled spoken and unspoken, systemic biases based on race, equity, and justice as well as other deserving causes. …

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Housing and Wellbeing Initiatives and Benefits 1:03:19

3+ y ago1:03:19

1:03:19

Serving in the military instills strong values and honorable virtues that last a lifetime. But, when active duty is complete, keeping up-to-date with quality-of-life benefits and programs for service members transitioning into civilian life is essential. The VFW organization is always striving to gather the information that matters most to its memb…

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Working as a Team to Support Those in Need 47:27

3+ y ago47:27

47:27

A successful mission is never the result of just one person. Those who have served, as well as those currently serving, know that no one goes it alone. By applying the teamwork ethic, VFW and its partners have served veterans for over a hundred years. Trust is a key tenet in our quest to assist our brethren. When members of the VFW family reach out…

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Working Together for Veteran Welfare 51:20

4y ago51:20

51:20

Chartered in 1899, the VFW is the oldest and most-experienced non-profit veterans service organization in the United States. Many people believe the VFW organization is funded by the Federal Government, but this is a common misconception. One of the ways the VFW offers the most comprehensive services to veterans is by collaborating with other veter…

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Veterans Day: Influential Leaders on How to Express Gratitude During COVID-19 53:47

4y ago53:47

53:47

Only 1% of the United States population serves in the military. Veterans Day, November 11th, is a day designated for Americans to recognize and honor the men and women of the military who served our great nation. It is a time to say thank you to those who protect our freedoms. Expressing gratitude for those who sacrificed many years of their lives …

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Maintaining Mental and Economic Wellness During COVID-19 and 2020 Visions 59:22

4y ago59:22

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Welcome, one and all, to the first installment of the Veterans of Foreign Wars Podcast with host, Terrence Hayes. The VFW organization values veterans, active duty service members, and their families. It is so much more than telling war stories at the Post. Through this communications platform, we are intent on changing past perceptions and showcas…

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The VFW Podcast Trailer 0:56

4y ago0:56

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The VFW Podcast is the official podcast of the Veterans of Foreign Wars, the oldest combat veterans service organization advocating for and serving our veterans, service members and military families worldwide. The VFW Podcast will feature interviews, one-of-a-kind perspectives and insightful conversations concerning veteran legislation, educationa…

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