This episode of The Scoop goes deep into a journey most people never hear. Tom LaGrave, a former Navy SEAL Team One hospital corpsman, opens up about his battle with addiction, the pain of losing his trident, and the long road to recovery that gave him a new mission—mentoring the Read More

On this episode of the Veteran Entrepreneur Spotlight, part of the VET S.O.S. Network, host Maurice Murphy welcomes Jake Dyal, CEO and co-founder of Certis Core. Jake combines a distinguished military career with expertise in defense technology, building AI-driven solutions that are transforming how the Department of Defense uses robotics, Read More

Bill Butler, President of the National Veterans Memorial and Museum, joins the VET S.O.S. Military Transition Resources Show to share his incredible journey from Army service to museum leadership. Hear how a hiring freeze almost derailed his transition — and how networking, persistence, and a sense of purpose helped him Read More

In this episode of VET S.O.S. The Scoop, James I. Bond, author of Brain Glue, reveals the secret psychology behind brand names that stick—and sell. From Hot Pockets to GoDaddy to In-N-Out Burger, discover how rhyme, alliteration, and emotional triggers can transform an ordinary idea into a market sensation.James breaks Read More

What does real veteran support in higher education look like? At the University of Missouri–St. Louis, Veterans Center Manager and Missouri Army National Guard Sergeant Martina Meng is leading the way.In this episode, she shares how UMSL serves over 523 military-connected students with personalized benefits support, hands-on learning, and a Read More

Jenna Griffith — military & first-responder spouse, author of Service & Soul, speaker, and workshop leader.Transition isn’t “back to normal”—it’s a whole new mission. Jenna shares how spouses can navigate identity shifts, heal past wounds, and rediscover purpose through community, faith, and practical tools.What We CoverHonest look at spouse-side transition: Read More

This week on the VET S.O.S. Military Transition Resources Show, we sit down with Marine Corps veteran, mental health advocate, and host of The JMach Podcast, JMach—a man on a mission to change the narrative around Veteran Mental Health.After a failed attempt to become a police officer, a painful injury, Read More

Host Kingsley Scott welcomes decorated British Army veteran, author, and business strategist Jay Allen to The Scoop for an inspiring conversation on leadership, resilience, and post-service success. Jay reveals how his experiences from the battlefield shaped his career in the boardroom, drawing from his acclaimed book Battlefield to Boardroom: A Read More

Army veteran Angeletha Long turned decades of logistics and operations into a thriving group-travel and retreat business. In this VET S.O.S. Veteran Entrepreneur Spotlight, Angeletha explains how she plans “door-to-destination” experiences with military-grade precision—coordinating accessibility, dietary needs, and excursions that reinforce a team’s goals. She also opens up about the Read More

Transitioning out of the military isn’t just about a new job — it’s about rediscovering your identity, redefining success, and finding purpose again. In this compelling episode of the VET S.O.S. podcast, we sit down with Lacy Gunnoe, a U.S. Air Force veteran and Director of Veteran Wellbeing at Camp Read More

In this episode of The Scoop, Kingsley Scott interviews Dr. Robert Turrill and Dr. Eddie Arambula, co-editors of Veteran Stories of Transition and Transformation. This remarkable book features 25 authentic veteran journeys, told in their own words, reflecting resilience, growth, and the life-changing impact of education.Discover how USC’s Master of Read More

In this episode of The Scoop, Kingsley Scott interviews Dr. Robert Turrill and Dr. Eddie Arambula, co-editors of Veteran Stories of Transition and Transformation. This remarkable book features 25 authentic veteran journeys, told in their own words, reflecting resilience, growth, and the life-changing impact of education.Discover how USC’s Master of Read More

In this episode of the VET S.O.S. Veteran Educational Resources Spotlight, host Dr. Hira speaks with Mary Bier, MBA, President & CEO of the Military Child Education Coalition (MCEC), about the critical work being done to support military-connected children.Mary shares her personal experiences as a military spouse and parent, her Read More

In this powerful episode of the VET S.O.S. Veteran Entrepreneur Spotlight, we welcome Rich Holley, a retired Navy air traffic controller turned financial literacy advocate. Rich is the creator of The Adventures of Buck Dollar—a children's book series and animated educational tool designed to teach kids how to save, invest, Read More

Marine Corps veteran and entrepreneur Andrew Appleton joins the VET S.O.S. Military Transition Resources Show to share his powerful transition story and the creation of Parade Deck, a platform built to amplify verified military voices.From overcoming early startup challenges and navigating the VA system late in life, to launching an Read More

In this inspiring episode of The Scoop from the VET S.O.S. Podcast Network, Kingsley welcomes Shannon Huffman Polson, one of the first women to fly the U.S. Army’s Apache helicopter and the founder of The Grit Institute. Shannon shares how her groundbreaking military career shaped her bestselling book The Grit Read More

Marine Corps veteran and Homefront SitRep co-host David Willis joins the VET S.O.S. podcast to discuss his military transition journey and his commitment to highlighting grassroots veteran organizations. From reconnecting with fellow Marines to co-founding a podcast that gives voice to boots-on-ground nonprofits, David shares heartfelt stories, lessons from failed Read More

In this episode of VET S.O.S. Presents The Scoop, Kingsley Scott welcomes Bob Sager, founder of Spearpoint Solutions and author of 101 Freaking Brilliant Business Ideas and More Freaking Brilliant Ideas. Bob reveals how veterans and leaders can leverage scientific creative thinking methods to succeed in business and life after Read More

Host Dr. Hira welcomes Kittie Clark, Military Services Coordinator at Augusta Technical College, to the VET S.O.S. Veteran Educational Resources Spotlight. With a background in process improvement and a passion for military student success, Kittie shares how Augusta Tech supports over 700 military-affiliated students each semester through:A Military Service Center Read More

Host Dr. Hira welcomes Kittie Clark, Military Services Coordinator at Augusta Technical College, to the VET S.O.S. Veteran Educational Resources Spotlight. With a background in process improvement and a passion for military student success, Kittie shares how Augusta Tech supports over 700 military-affiliated students each semester through:A Military Service Center Read More