Best Alan Hernandez Podcasts (2024)

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BTM187 - Vicky Perkins - Blue Star Families Support Circles 31:28

3m ago31:28

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Show Summary This episode features a conversation with Navy spouse Vicky Perkins, Senior Director for Impact Programs at Blue Star Families. Among other programs, Vicky is responsible for leading the team that manages Blue Star Support Circles, facilitated nonclinical cohorts for veterans and service member supporters to help reduce crisis and suic…

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BTM186 - Julie Goldstein and Lisa Sabey - Supporting Parents of Children in Suicidal Crisis 33:41

19m ago33:41

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Show Summary On today’s episode, we’re featuring a conversation with Dr. Julie Goldstein, Director of the Zero Suicide Institute, and Lisa Sabey, President of Parents-to-Parents. We’re going to be talking about a video resource called Parents to Parents: After Your Child’s Suicide Attempt. Provide Feedback As a dedicated member of the audience, we …

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BTM185 - Denise Olsen - Grief and Traumatic Loss 32:47

3d ago32:47

32:47

Show Summary On today’s episode, we feature a conversation with Denise Olsen, a grief mentor, national public speaker, registered nurse, yoga instructor, and published author. Her book, Strong and Soulful: Graced by Grief is a look at Denise’s personal journey from catastrophic grief and trauma to a life filled with abundance. Provide Feedback As a…

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BTM184 - Kari McDonough - Welcome.US, The Welcome Corps, and the Veteran Sponsor Fund 27:29

10d ago27:29

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Show Summary On today’s episode, we’re featuring a conversation with Kari McDonough, Vice President of Welcome.US and Senior Advisor to the Welcome Fund, a program of Welcome.us that provides a source for grantmaking to organizations as they involve community members to welcome newcomers. Provide Feedback As a dedicated member of the audience, we w…

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Girardi Trial Update #5 1:02:23

14d ago1:02:23

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Former legal titan Tom Girardi faces a lifetime in prison as Chris Hansen and Kimberly Archie unpack his conviction. Delve into Girardi’s fraudulent schemes, the system’s failures, and the pain inflicted on victims like Josie Hernandez and Danny Barnes. Hear firsthand accounts of Girardi’s manipulation, the victims’ post-trial reflections, and theu…

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BTM183 - Dr. Khadija Boyd - Journal of Veterans Studies 31:13

17d ago31:13

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Show Summary On today’s episode, we feature a conversation with Dr. Khadija Boyd, a retired United States Army Combat Veteran, who is currently the Editor in Chief for the Journal of Veterans Studies. The mission of the Journal of Veterans Studies is to sustain international research in veterans studies, facilitate interdisciplinary research collab…

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Girardi Trial Update #4 35:13

21d ago35:13

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Chris Hansen and Kimberly Archie dissect Tom Girardi’s surprising decision to testify in his fraud trial. Joined by former client Nancy Marston, they explore the dramatic courtroom moments, Girardi’s alleged dementia, and his claims of innocence. They delve into pivotal testimonies, including those of victims and legal experts, and scrutinize Girar…

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BTM182 - Rocio Palermo - Mental Health with Women Vets On Point 31:55

24d ago31:55

31:55

Show Summary On today’s episode, we feature Veteran Rocio Palermo, Program Coordinator for Women Vets On Point, a program of U.S. Vets. WVOP is designed and informed by women veterans for women veterans in order to address critical needs and barriers to mental health care after military service. Provide Feedback As a dedicated member of the audienc…

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Girardi Trial Update #3 31:10

1M ago31:10

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Chris Hansen delves into the scandalous actions of Tom Girardi, labeled as possibly the worst financial predator he’s ever investigated. Joined by legal expert Kimberly Archie and social media personality Kiki Monique, the trio discusses revealing testimonies including aneurologist’s take on Girardi’s competency and insights from IRS agent Ryan Rob…

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Girardi Trial Update #2 33:05

29d ago33:05

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Chris Hansen and Kimberly Archie delve into day five of Tom Girardi’s high-profile trial. Key testimonies from victims, including Erica Saldana, reveal gut-wrenching losses and alleged misappropriations by Girardi’s firm. The courtroom drama intensifies with IRS agent Ryan Roberson’s audit findings and testimonies from Girardi’s former colleagues, …

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BTM81 - Tom Chiodo - PBS Caregiving Documentary 32:55

1M ago32:55

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Show Summary On today’s episode, we feature Tom Chiodo, Executive Producer of Special Projects, National Productions for WETA, he flagship PBS station in Washington DC. We discuss the upcoming PBS Documentary, Caregiving, which will examine both systematic issues within the care system as well as tell personal stories of people who care for loved o…

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Girardi Trial Update #1 30:41

1M ago30:41

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Tom Girardi, former legal titan and estranged husband of Erika Jayne, faces a gripping trial for defrauding clients. Chris Hansen and legal advocate Kimberly Archie delve into court updates, with firsthand insights from Girardi’s victims like Joe Ruigomez and Judy Selberg. Despite claims of diminished capacity, Girardi remains actively involved in …

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BTM180 - The Psychology of Saving Private Ryan 43:56

1M ago43:56

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Show Summary On today’s episode, we feature a conversation that first aired on the Head Space and Timing Podcast on the Psychology of Saving Private Ryan. Dr. Katie Gordon and Dr. Brandon Saxton, hosts of the Jedi Counsel Podcast, join me to explore the film Saving Private Ryan through a mental health and psychology perspective. Provide Feedback As…

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BTM179 – Past, Present and Future for LGBTQIA+ Veterans - Webcast Replay 51:24

2M ago51:24

51:24

Show Summary On today’s episode, we feature a replay of a recent PsychArmor Conversations Webcast, an engaging conversation on the past, present, and future of the LGBTQIA+ community in service and beyond. We hosted a diverse panel of individuals with lived experience in both the military and the LGBTQIA community About Today’s Guests Allison Jaslo…

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BTM178 - Robin "Phoenix" Johnson - Healing Veterans through Humor 26:57

2M ago26:57

26:57

Show Summary On today’s episode, we feature a conversation with Retired Army Lieutenant Colonel Robin Johnson, CEO of the Best Medicine Brigade and Executive Director of Heal*arious a nonprofit offering therapeutic humor programming for improved psychological performance. About Today’s Guest Lieutenant Colonel (Retired) Johnson served over twenty y…

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BTM177 - Jenn Kerfoot - Access to Healthcare for Veterans 33:22

2M ago33:22

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Show Summary On today’s episode, we feature a conversation with Navy Veteran Jenn Kerfoot, Chief Strategy & Growth Officer at DUOS. We talk about accessing healthcare for veterans and a partnership with Humana and a collaborative program to enhance the healthcare experience and improve health outcomes for Louisiana Veteran members of Humana with ch…

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Tom Girardi’s Crimes 50:30

2M ago50:30

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In the second episode of “Predator in Plain Sight: Exposing Tom Girardi,” Chris Hansen dives deeper into the reprehensible actions of the disbarred attorney, Tom Girardi. Cohosted by author, litigation consultant, and victims advocate, Kimberly Archie, who will also testify in the upcoming trial, they explore the grim realities faced by Girardi’s v…

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Exposing Tom Girardi: A Legal Battle for Justice 55:39

2M ago55:39

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Welcome to the third episode of “Predator in Plain Sight, Exposing Tom Girardi.” In this in-depth documentary, host Chris Hansen and CoHost Kimberly Archie are joined by Kiki Monique, Brandon Lowry, and Erica Jane to delve into the legal chaos surrounding attorney Tom Girardi. This episode focuses on the unraveling of Girardi’s alleged criminal act…

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Exposing Tom Girardi: From Legal Titan to Pariah 38:07

2M ago38:07

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Welcome to the first episode of “Predator in Plain Sight: Exposing Tom Girardi,” hosted by Chris Hansen and cohosted by Kimberly Archie, author, litigation consultant, and Gerardi victims advocate. This three-part documentary promises a deep dive into the downfall of Tom Girardi, once a renowned attorney now facing criminal charges. With allegation…

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Introducing: Predator In Plain Sight: Exposing Tom Girardi 5:54

2M ago5:54

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Dive into the gripping three-episode limited series, "Predator in Plain Sight: Exposing Tom Girardi," hosted by Chris Hansen ("Predators I've Caught" & "To Catch A Predator"), and cohosted by Kimberly Archie, author, litigation consultant, and Gerardi victims advocate. This podcast unravels the shocking rise and fall of Tom Girardi, former husband …

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BTM176 - John Pray - Operation Homefront 28:32

2M ago28:32

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Show Summary On today’s episode, we feature a conversation with John Pray, Brig. Gen., USAF (Ret), CEO of Operation Homefront. Operation Homefront provides relief and recurring family support programs and services throughout the year to help military families overcome short-term difficulties so they don’t become long-term hardships About Today’s Gu…

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BTM175 – Recap of Year One of the Behind the Mission Podcast 28:41

3M ago28:41

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Show Summary On today’s episode, we take a look at year one of the Behind the Mission Podcast, as well as provide listeners with an opportunity to provide feedback on the show Provide Feedback As a dedicated member of the audience, we would like to hear from you about the show. Please take a few minutes to share your thoughts about the show in this…

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BTM174 - Emma Payne - HelpTexts for Mental Health and Wellness 32:56

3M ago32:56

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Show Summary On today’s episode, we feature a conversation with Emma Payne, Founder and CEO of HelpTexts, a company that delivers asynchronous grief, caregiver and mental health support via text message. About Today’s Guest Emma Payne is a seasoned technology entrepreneur, MIT graduate, and award-winning change-agent, who started building online co…

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BTM173 - Andrea Norton and Erika Hoover - LGBTQIA+ Veteran Series 33:38

3M ago33:38

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Show Summary On today’s episode, we conclude our mini-series of four episodes on LGBTQIA+ Veterans with returning guests, veterans Erika Hoover and Andrea Norton, as part of public awareness campaign developed in partnership with the Michigan Governor’s Challenge to Prevent Suicide among Service Members, Veterans and their Families About Today’s Gu…

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BTM172 - Dr Alan Teo - VA S.A.V.E. Training for Veteran Families 31:21

3M ago31:21

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Show Summary On today’s episode, we feature a conversation with Dr. Alan Teo, a Psychiatrist and Researcher with the VA Portland Health Care System and Associate Professor at Oregon Health & Science University. We talk about a recent article that he and colleagues published on the effectiveness of online VA S.A.V.E. training for veteran families. A…

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BTM171 - Ale Hernandez - Myths and Misconceptions about LGBTQ+ Veterans 31:05

4M ago31:05

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Show Summary On today’s episode, we continue the LGBTQIA+ Veteran Public Health Awareness series with a conversation about myths and misconceptions about members of the LGBTQIA+ community with veteran Ale Hernandez About Today’s Guest Alejandra Hernandez served in the United States Marine Corps for four years a Food Service Specialist with Marine C…

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BTM Extra - Memorial Day 2024 - wear blue run to remember with Lupe Urdaneta 30:58

4M ago30:58

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Show Summary On today’s episode, we have a conversation with Gold Star family member Lupe Urdaneta, surviving spouse of Sergeant First Class Dennis Urdaneta, and her journey with wear blue: run to remember, an organization that honors the service and sacrifice of the American military through active remembrance and programs to support all those who…

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BTM170 - Ellen Gustafson - We the Veterans and Military Families 35:54

4M ago35:54

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Show Summary On today’s episode, we feature a conversation with military spouse and family member Ellen Gustafson, the Co-Founder and Executive Director of We the Veterans and Military Families, a non-partisan, non-profit organization that empowers the veteran and military family community to strengthen democracy. We’re going to talk about their wo…

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BTM169 - MaCherie Dunbar and Ashley Carothers - LGBTQIA+ Veteran Healthcare 32:45

4M ago32:45

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By Duane K. L. France

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BTM168 – Jennifer Ballou – The Global War on Terrorism Memorial Foundation 27:47

4M ago27:47

27:47

Show Summary On today’s episode, we feature a conversation with Army Veteran and Gold Star Family Member Jennifer Ballou, Chief of Staff of the Global War on Terrorism Memorial Foundation, an organization that is guiding the development of a national memorial that honors the service and sacrifice of all who have contributed to global counterterrori…

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BTM167 - Kate DeBartolo - The Conversation Project 30:32

5M ago30:32

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Show Summary On today’s episode, we feature Kate DeBartolo, a senior director for the Institute for Healthcare Improvement and the leader for the conversation project. IHI has public engagement initiative to help people share their wishes for care through the end of their life About Today’s Guest Kate DeBartolo is a Senior Director at the Institute…

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BTM166 - Erika Hoover and Andrea Norton - LGBTQ+ Veterans Public Health Awareness Campaign 26:43

5M ago26:43

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Show Summary On today’s episode, we feature a conversation with Navy Veteran Erika Hoover and Air Force Veteran Andrea Norton about their experiences as both veterans and members of the LGBTQ+ Community, as well as a public awareness campaign being developed in partnership with the Michigan Governor’s Challenge to Prevent Suicide among Service Memb…

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BTM165 - Virginia Wimmer - CalVet Women Veteran's Division 31:41

5M ago31:41

31:41

Show Summary On today’s episode, we feature a conversation with Deputy Secretary for Women Veterans of the California Department of Veterans Affairs, Air Force Retiree Virginia Wimmer, in which we discuss the importance of supporting women veterans and the services available in California About Today’s Guest Virginia Wimmer was appointed on August …

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BTM164 - Ronald Rutherford - VA's Whole Health Program 31:15

5M ago31:15

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Show Summary On today’s episode, we feature a conversation with Navy Veteran Ronald Rutherford, the Lead for the Whole Health Outreach program for the Veterans Health Administration. Whole Health is VA’s approach to care that supports the health and well-being of veterans they serve, and focuses on self-care, skill building and support. About Today…

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BTM163 - Frederick Marx - Veterans Journey Home Film Series 31:11

5M ago31:11

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Show Summary On today’s episode, I’m having a conversation with Frederick Marx, an internationally acclaimed Oscar and Emmy nominated filmmaker with over 40 years in the film industry. We have a conversation about a recent project, a series of five films called Veterans Journey Home, which features the stories of veterans who are working to transit…

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BTM162 - Josie Beets - DoD Spouse Education and Career Opportunities Program 30:42

6M ago30:42

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Show Summary On today’s episode, I’m having a conversation with Josie Beets, the Program Manager for the Department of Defense Spouse Education and Career Opportunities program, which provides education and career guidance to military spouses worldwide About Today’s Guest Links Mentioned In This Episode BTM Episode 54 with Josie Beets – Connecting …

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BTM161 - Dr Jason Higgins - Veteran Involvement in the Criminal Legal System 30:42

6M ago30:42

30:42

Show Summary On this episode, we feature a conversation with Dr. Jason A. Higgins, Assistant Professor at Virginia Tech University and author of the recently released book, Prisoners After War: Veterans in the Age of Mass Incarceration About Today’s Guest Dr. Jason A. Higgins is the Digital Scholarship Coordinator for Virginia Tech Publishing and a…

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BTM160 - Tara Wright - New Sesame Street Resource for Military Families 26:09

6M ago26:09

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Show Summary On this episode, we feature a conversation Tara Wright, Senior Manager of Content Design on the Research, Education, Data and Impact (REDI) team at Sesame Workshop, on newly developed resources for Military Families to address isolation, disconnectedness, and the impacts of family separation due to military duty About Today’s Guest Tar…

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BTM159 - Sebastian Junger (Replay) - Tribe and Veteran Connectedness 33:05

6M ago33:05

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By Duane K. L. France

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BTM158 - Dr. Cameron McCoy - The Montford Point Marines 29:09

7M ago29:09

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Show Summary In this episode, we feature a conversation with Dr Cameron McCoy, author of a recently released book on the first Black Marines called, Contested Valor: African American Marines in the Age of Power, Protest, and Tokenism. In this book, Dr. McCoy shares the stories of the Montford Point Marines, the first African American Marines that t…

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BTM157 - John Langford - Project Healing Waters 29:47

7M ago29:47

29:47

Show Summary On this episode, we feature a conversation with Marine Corps veteran John Langford, Chief Executive Officer of Project Healing Waters. Project Healing Waters helps active military service personnel and Veterans in need through a dedicated, developed curriculum of fly fishing, fly casting, fly tying, and fly rod building. About Today’s …

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BTM156 – Waco Hoover – The American Legion’s Be The One Initiative 29:43

7M ago29:43

29:43

By Duane K. L. France

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BTM155 – Dennis Miller – The Legacy of the 6888th Central Postal Directory Battalion 25:36

7M ago25:36

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Show Summary On this episode, we feature a conversation with Marine Corps Veteran Dennis Miller, a veteran advocate and entrepreneur in the greater Philadelphia area. Dennis and I are going to be having a conversation about the 6888th Central Postal Directory Battalion, a multi-ethnic unit of predominantly black women who were assigned ot England a…

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BTM154 – Dave Harrison – Fastport and Veterans in the Workforce 28:32

8M ago28:32

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Show Summary On this episode, we feature a conversation with Army Veteran and Executive Director of Workforce Development and Government Relations at FASTPORT, a company that focuses on workforce development and technology solutions with longstanding industry experience with the military community, transportation industry and apprenticeship program…

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BTM153 - Christina Slentz - The League of Wives Memorial Project 34:47

8M ago34:47

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Show Summary On this episode, we feature a conversation with with Navy Veteran and Spouse Christina Slentz, Foundation Co-Chair of the League of Wives Memorial Project. This project honors the story of a group of military spouses who supported their husbands held captive as POWs in the Vietnam war with the establishment of a memorial in Coronado, C…

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BTM152 - Bill Leahy - Supporting Veterans in the Manufacturing Industry 28:38

8M ago28:38

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Show Summary On this episode, we feature a conversation with Army Veteran Bill Leahy, an Engineering Team Leader, Maintenance Superintendent, Consultant, and Business Owner in the Manufacturing Industry. We discuss opportunities for Veterans in the manufacturing industry and Bill’s upcoming documentary, Unturning Steel About Today’s Guest William "…

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BTM151 - Dr Sumitra Muralidhar - The Million Veteran Program 28:30

8M ago28:30

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Show Summary On this episode, we feature a conversation with Dr. Sumitra Muralidhar, Program Director for the Department of Veteran’s Affairs Million Veteran Program. Since launching in 2011, 1 million Veterans have joined MVP. It's the largest research effort at VA to improve health care for Veterans and one of the largest research programs in the…

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BTM150 - Richard Fierro - Diversity, Service, and Sacrifice 30:10

9M ago30:10

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Show Summary On this episode, we feature a conversation with Army Veteran Richard Fierro about his miltiary service, post-military career as an entrepreneur and his actions in November of 2022 in which he intervened in a mass shooting attack at an LGBTQ+ Nightclub in Colorado Springs, CO About Today’s Guest Richard Fierro was the Army ROTC distingu…

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BTM149 – Stacey Lewis and Ashley Hammond – VA’s Pathfinder Program 28:08

9M ago28:08

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Show Summary On this episode, we feature a conversation with Ashley Hammond and Stacey Lewis from the VA’s Pathfinder Program, part of the Department of Veterans Affairs Innovation Ecosystem. Pathfinder is a website and digital tool designed to facilitate designed to facilitate connections between external innovators, vendors, and VA employees in o…

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BTM148 - Dr. Christina Armstrong - VA Office of Connected Care 29:16

9M ago29:16

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Show Summary On this episode, we feature a conversation with Dr. Christina Armstrong, a clinical psychologist at the Office of Connected Care in the Department of Veterans Affairs’ central office. The Office of Connected Care focuses on improving health care through technology; Connected Care’s programs include My HealtheVet, VA Telehealth Services…

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