Description:Evan Guzman joins VET S.O.S. to dive into the power of mentorship in military transition and share insights on career development, leadership, and veteran success strategies. In this episode, we explore:• How mentorship accelerates transition success• The role of Post-Veterati in connecting veterans to opportunity• Key challenges veterans face entering Read More
Aleks Morosky, Regional Director of Grassroots (West) for Wounded Warrior Project, joins the VET S.O.S. Network to break down how veterans can turn their lived experience into real legislative impact.In this episode, we explore:• Life after combat and navigating military transition• How the PACT Act became a reality for post-9/11 Read More
Joey Carzoli, Physical Health & Wellness Coach with Wounded Warrior Project, joins VET S.O.S. to dive into what sustainable health really looks like for veterans after service. From chronic pain and weight gain to mental health, identity, and purpose, this episode explores how physical wellness can become a powerful anchor Read More
Description:Ashish Bajaj and Michael Lorey join the VET S.O.S. Network to dive into two of the most pressing challenges veterans face during transition: VA disability claims and financial stability.In this episode, we explore:• The step-by-step VA claims process and how case management works• The 3 required elements every successful claim Read More
No one talks about how networking can feel absolutely awful.In this episode of Brains Gone Bold, Maria and Jeanine get brutally honest about the pressure of meeting new people, making small talk, and pretending networking doesn’t drain the life out of you.Jeanine shares that she’s literally driven to networking events, Read More
Fitha Dahana-Ellis joins the VET S.O.S. Network to dive into how the Warrior Care Network provides accelerated, evidence-based mental health treatment for veterans and military families through top academic medical centers.In this episode, we explore:• Why traditional PTSD therapy often falls short for veterans• How two weeks of intensive treatment Read More
On this Memorial Day episode of the VET S.O.S. Network, Crystal Serrano-Hairston and Jennifer Land break down how Wounded Warrior Project delivers critical mental health support through triage services, complex case coordination, and the nationwide Check-In Program.In this conversation, we explore:• How veterans access mental health care through WWP• What Read More
Description:Tim Admire and Fitha Dahana-Ellis join the VET S.O.S. Network to dive into how Wounded Warrior Project connects veterans and families to life-changing mental health care and support services.In this episode, we explore:• What happens when a veteran calls the WWP Resource Center• How Warrior Care Network delivers accelerated trauma Read More
Sometimes the hardest relationships to leave aren’t romantic ones.In this episode of Brains Gone Bold, Jeanine and Maria tackle the messy, emotional, deeply human question:How do you know when it’s time to walk away from a relationship?From friendships that quietly fade…to family estrangement…to values that no longer align…to the pain Read More
Description:Jonny Ball joins VET S.O.S. to dive into veteran transition in the UK and share insights on mental health recovery, leadership, and global veteran support. In this episode, we explore:• The differences between UK and U.S. transition systems• Turning personal struggle into national policy impact• Building the UK Afghanistan Veterans Read More
Description:William “Stevo” Stephens joins the VET S.O.S. Network to dive into overcoming trauma, navigating military transition, and using storytelling as a tool for healing and impact. In this episode, we explore:• The challenges of transitioning from military service to civilian life• The role of trauma, identity, and mental health in Read More
Quitting sounds simple… but it never feels that way. In this episode, Maria and Jeanine dig into a question most of us quietly wrestle with: when is it actually okay to quit?They grew up hearing, “don’t be a quitter.” Finish what you start. Push through. But now? Life looks different. They talk about Read More
Description:Randy McElwee joins the VET S.O.S. Network to dive into veteran entrepreneurship and share how military leadership systems can be applied to build successful businesses. In this episode, we explore:• The challenges of transitioning without a clear plan• How military skills translate into entrepreneurship success• Building structure, systems, and teams Read More
Description:Kerry Steuart joins the VET S.O.S. Network to dive into overcoming PTSD, chronic pain, and loss of identity through yoga, mindfulness, and intentional living. In this episode, we explore:• How veterans can process trauma and rebuild their identity after service• The power of breathwork, meditation, and yoga for mental clarity Read More
What would you do… really?Not the polished answer. Not the “right” answer. The real one.In this episode, Maria and Jeanine start with a heavy story, a tragic accident, a split-second decision, and a question that doesn’t have a clean answer. Then they follow it somewhere unexpected.Because once you start asking Read More
Description:Wilson Bautista Jr. joins the VET S.O.S. Network to dive into how veterans can successfully transition into cybersecurity careers and share insights on mentorship, career alignment, and overcoming transition challenges.In this episode, we explore:• The hidden challenges of military transition and mental health• Why traditional cybersecurity training often fails veterans• Read More
E.J. O’Brien joins the VET S.O.S. Network as part of the Military Effect Campaign to discuss career readiness, mentorship, and finding purpose after military service through FourBlock.In this episode, we explore:• Why military transition is a lifelong journey• How veterans can translate experience into civilian value• The power of mentorship, Read More
Description:Pedro Zambrano joins the VET S.O.S. Network to dive into the power of authentic conversation, mentorship, and community through his initiative Veteran Coffee Connection.After serving 23 years in the Marine Corps, Pedro recognized how difficult military transition can be—even for those who think they’re prepared. Through weekly virtual gatherings, he Read More
Rich Possert, U.S. Navy veteran and Program Manager at Operation New Uniform, joins the VET S.O.S. Network to dive into military transition, mindset, and building meaningful post-service careers.In this episode, we explore:• Why mindset determines transition success• How veterans reclaim confidence after service• The power of networking and self-translation• Building Read More
Can you lie… and still be a good person?This episode starts simple, but it doesn’t stay that way.Maria and Jeanine dig into a question that gets real, fast: can two things be true at once?They talk about what it means to trust someone, why lies hit so personally, and whether Read More
