The Real Veteran
Latest Episodes
Episode 5: Accepting the Transgender Veteran.
When I left the Army, I had no concept of what it meant to be transgender, nor did I know of anyone who was out as trans. I certainly knew nobody who was a transgender veteran. Years later, my son
Episode 4: Behind the Lens.
No matter what branch you served in Army, Navy, Air Force, Marines, Coast Guard the purpose of basic training was the same: to break us of our individuality so that we can focus on the team. Basic
Episode 3: Cornpone Opinions.
Episode 3: Find out what corn pone has to do with reintegration into civilian life. Then, Tony Williams and I talk about his non-profit "Veterans Counseling Veterans" which works in unique ways to bridge the civilian-military gap.
Episode 2: Listen.
Episode 2: Women in the veteran community - transgender or CIS - face challenges reintegrating that most men will never have to confront.
Episode 1: The Chains Fell Off.
Episode 1: Is the current Veteran brand holding us back? I visit with Marine combat veteran Hill Pluviose, and then discuss the GI Bill.
Episode 0 – The Real Veteran Podcast
Episode 0: Were going to kick open the door on the veterans community, let in the sunlight of fresh ideas and faces, and explore what it means to be a Real Veteran.