Send us a Text Message.What drives a 17-year-old to falsify his age and enlist in the Navy during one of history's most tumultuous periods? Meet James Crider, a Navy veteran whose extraordinary journey began in 1945. From his rebellious enlistm

Ep. 14 - The VA's Proactive Approach To Assisting In The Transition Of Combat Veterans And Those Who Served Post-9/11. Talking With Transitional Patient Advocate, Jose Lopez-Rodriguez from the West Palm Beach VA.

11 days ago 34m 2s

Send us a Text Message.Can the transition from military to civilian life be seamless? Join us as we uncover the inner workings of the Military 2 VA (M2VA) program with Jose Lopez Rodriguez, a dedicated Transitional Patient Advocate from the Dep

Ep. 13 - The Fire Watch - Combating Veteran Suicide Through Community and Training

20 days ago 39m 30s

Send us a Text Message.What happens when a community comes together to combat veteran suicide? In this episode, we welcome Henry Angulo, the Regional Programs Director for the Firewatch in South Florida, who shares the organization's profound m

Ep. 12 - An Update Episode On Our Journey So Far and What's Brewing Ahead

25 days ago 9m 42s

Send us a Text Message.Ever wonder what goes on behind the scenes of the VetsConnection Podcast? Join me, Scott McLean, for an update as we celebrate a major rebranding milestone and some impressive podcast statistics. You’ll discover why we tr

Ep. 11 - From Haiti to the Marines to College Graduate: One Young Veterans Inspiring Journey

May 31st, 2024 41m 29s

Send us a Text Message.What inspired a young boy from Haiti to not only conquer the challenges of immigration but to thrive in academia, athletics, and ultimately serve in the Marine Corps? Join us for an eye-opening conversation with Djery Cle

Ep.10 - Recorded Live From The West Palm Beach V.A. Wellness and Mental Health Fair.

May 26th, 2024 40m 55s

Send us a Text Message.Unlock the treasure trove of veteran support and heartening tales of triumph over adversity in our latest episode, where empathy meets action. Our vibrant West Palm Beach VA Wellness and Mental Health Fair interviews begi

Ep. 9 -The Legal Aid Society Advocates For Veterans and It’s Free! Attorney's Melva Rozier and Brittany Horton From The Legal Aid Society Of Palm Beach County Explain How It Works.

May 20th, 2024 28m 10s

Send us a Text Message.Discover the unsung heroes of the legal battlefield as I, Scott McLean, sit down with Melva Rozier and Brittany Horton from the Legal Aid Society of Palm Beach County. These legal champions are not just attorneys; they're

Ep. 8 - Teaching Trauma-Conscious Yoga To Veterans With PTSD andTBI. Judy Weaver, Co-Founder Of Connected Warriors.

May 11th, 2024 30m 34s

Send us a Text Message.When Judy Weaver connected her passion for yoga with a commitment to support those bearing the invisible scars of service, Connected Warriors was born. Hear Judy's remarkable tale of overcoming her own health challenges w

Ep.7 - From War to Home to Homeless to Recovery. Veteran, John Schrey, National Director of Veterans Affairs for The Haven Talks About His Journey.

May 4th, 2024 24m 58s

Send us a Text Message.When courage falters and the battle within rages, where does a veteran turn? John Schrey, a Marine Corps veteran and our guest from Haven for Heroes, shares his harrowing yet hopeful story of confronting the invisible wou

Ep. 6 - Honoring and Advocating for Women Veterans. Lisa Browne-Banic, Women Veteran's Advocate, Talks About Her Experiences And What's Needed.

Apr 29th, 2024 35m 46s

Send us a Text Message.My conversation this week is with Lisa Browne- Banic. As Lisa walks us through her incredible life's journey, you'll feel the gravity of her mission and the weight of her achievements. This episode is an intimate explorat

Ep. 5 - Panhandle Warrior Partnership Doing Great Work For Veterans. Dan Hendrickson, Program Lead, Located In Ft. Walton Beach Florida.

Apr 20th, 2024 28m 23s

Send us a Text Message.Embarking on a journey laced with bravery and resilience, we sit down with Dan Hendrickson from the Panhandle Warrior Partnership, whose life narrative binds the legacy of a Marine father with his own valorous chapters in

Ep. 4 - Mission United, A Key Link Between Veterans And Veteran Nonprofits. Jonathan Oakley, Senior Director, Mission United, United Way Of Palm Beach County.

Apr 14th, 2024 35m 31s

Send us a Text Message.Imagine unlocking the full potential of support for our veterans. That's exactly what Jonathan Oakley, Senior Director of Mission United at United Way of Palm Beach County, and I delve into in a heart-to-heart conversatio

Ep. 3 - Providing Hyperbaric Oxygen Treatments To Veterans With Traumatic Brain Injury And PTSD. Talking With Ashley Williams, 22 Project, Boca Raton, Florida.

1 Apr 8th, 2024 30m 2s

Send us a Text Message.When I first crossed paths with Ashley Williams at a veterans outreach event, I knew I’d stumbled upon someone extraordinary. Her dedication as Program Director for 22 Project shines through as she aids veterans in their

Ep. 2 - Providing Equine Assisted Services For Veterans Diagnosed With PTSD And TBI. Talking With Rhonda Fritzshall And Nongae Johnson, HERD Foundation, Delray Beach, Florida

1 Mar 30th, 2024 29m 18s

Send us a Text Message.When Rhonda Fritzshall and Nongae Johnson, the dedicated souls behind HERD Foundation, sat down with me, we didn't just chat about equine-assisted services for veterans - we ventured into the profound impact that horses c

Ep. 1 - Why I Started This Podcast. Welcome To The VetsConnect Podcast

Mar 24th, 2024 26m 52s

Send us a Text Message.When Air Force veteran Scott McLean steps into the world of equine therapy, he doesn't just find solace; he discovers a new chapter in his life's mission. Join us as Scott recounts his remarkable transition from serving i

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