Join hosts Shawn Welsh and Keith Cassant as they celebrate a major milestone—100 episodes and two incredible years of the VET S.O.S. Podcast! This special episode features Alfredo Torres, a 13-year Navy veteran and executive assistant at the U.S. Forest Service. Alfredo is well-known for his vibrant "Paisley Prince" persona and his impactful virtual community, Alfredo's Coffee House, where veterans come together to discuss transition challenges and important life topics.
Alfredo shares his powerful journey from military service to becoming a leader in the veteran transition space. He unveils his innovative concept of a "transition credit score", a tool designed to help veterans self-assess their readiness for civilian life, inspired by the familiar structure of personal credit scores. Alfredo explains how this concept can motivate veterans to start preparing early, set realistic goals, and track their progress throughout their transition.
Throughout the conversation, Alfredo, Shawn, and Keith dive into how veterans can navigate post-service life with humor, community, and actionable strategies. Alfredo also reflects on his love for professional wrestling (WWE) and how personal interests can help veterans connect and unwind.
Episode Highlights:
✅ Celebrating two years and 100 episodes of the VET S.O.S. Podcast ✅ Alfredo's dynamic military career and diverse roles after service, from radio personality to EMT to academic advisor ✅ Deep dive into the "transition credit score" concept and its impact on transition readiness ✅ The creation and purpose of Alfredo's Coffee House as a safe space for veterans ✅ How humor and storytelling help veterans tackle difficult topics ✅ Balancing personal passions, like wrestling, with professional growth
Action Items:
- Shoutout to Kingsley Scott for inspiring the innovative "transition credit score" concept.
- Exploring opportunities to collaborate with Alfredo on developing a formal, numerical scoring system to support veterans in transition.
This episode is packed with inspiration, practical advice, and heartfelt moments. If you're a veteran, active service member, or know someone navigating the transition to civilian life, this is a must-listen!
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