VET S.O.S. Podcast Weekly Updates 27JAN25
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Welcome to this week’s edition of the VET S.O.S. Podcast Newsletter, your go-to resource for empowering veterans, service members, and military/veteran spouses. This week, we’re highlighting inspiring stories and valuable resources from our podcast episodes, including the life-changing work of Coffee Bunker , insights from veteran entrepreneur Daniel O’Dell , and the incredible educational support offered by the University of West Florida ’s Military and Veteran Resource Center. Plus, we’re featuring key leaders in the veteran support community, job opportunities with the City of Tucson , and more. Let’s continue building a brighter future for those who have served! ????
VET S.O.S. Podcast is dedicated to educating our veteran community about military transition resources available to assist them with the transition out of the military and the other transitions we face in life.
In this newsletter, we recap last week's interviews and resources to ensure you didn't miss a thing.
VET S.O.S. Podcast Military Transition Episode S5/E3
Join us every Tuesday at 7 PM EST for the VET S.O.S. Transition Podcast. We talk various veteran support organizations and key personnel within the veteran support community to educate veterans, service members, and military/veteran spouses about services available to them in transition from the military and throughout their lives.
Coffee Bunker - Donna Rogers and Dr. Robbie Hedrick
In this episode of the VET S.O.S. Podcast , we highlight the life-changing work of Coffee Bunker , a nonprofit supporting veterans, military professionals, and their families. Donna S. Rogers , a retired career tech counselor, and Robby Hedrick, Ed.D., MBA, M.A.A.L., LSSGB , a dual-service United States Air Force and 美国军队 veteran, share their powerful journeys and the pivotal role Coffee Bunker plays in the military community.
From Donna's personal connection as an Army dependent to Robby’s experiences transitioning between military branches, both guests emphasize the challenges of civilian life and the critical need for mentorship and tailored support. Coffee Bunker offers veterans far more than a safe gathering space—it’s a launchpad for success, with resume workshops, job prep, and personalized career counseling.
Discover how this Tulsa-based organization is tackling veteran isolation, fostering connections, and creating pathways to success. With inspiring stories and actionable tips, this episode is a must-listen for anyone passionate about empowering those who’ve served.
VET S.O.S. Veteran Entrepreneurial Spotlight
Join us every Wednesday at 7PM EST for VET S.O.S. Veteran Entrepreneurial Spotlight. We talk to veteran and veteran spouse entrepreneurs to learn insights about and from their specific entrepreneurial journeys. This includes best practices, pitfalls to avoid, and resources utilized.
Daniel O'Dell - MotiveFate, LLC
Welcome back to the VET S.O.S. Veteran Entrepreneur Spotlight, your lifeline for transitioning service members and veteran entrepreneurs! In this powerful episode, host Shawn Welsh connects with Daniel O’Dell , a disabled 美国军队 veteran, motivational speaker, and founder of MotiveFate, LLC.
Daniel’s journey is nothing short of inspiring. Overcoming a childhood marked by poverty, abuse, and foster care, he persevered through military service and a challenging transition to civilian life. Facing severe disabilities, including a full neck replacement, Daniel struggled to find traditional employment but discovered his calling as a motivational speaker and entrepreneur.
Through MotiveFate, LLC, and with the help of his service dog, Fluffy Poodle (with green fur!), Daniel delivers impactful messages on resilience and adaptability. He speaks to corporations, schools, and organizations like Warrior Rising, sharing strategies to overcome adversity and achieve success.
In this episode, Daniel dives into his journey, the mission behind MotiveFate, and advice for aspiring entrepreneurs: “Never give up. Adapt and overcome.” Don’t miss this moving story of perseverance and purpose!
The Veteran Entrepreneurial Spotlight is sponsored by SpearPoint Solutions LLC . Check out all the valuable offerings at spearpointonline.com and remember to use the code “VETSOS” on anything you purchase there.
VET S.O.S. Veteran Educational Resource Spotlight
Join us every Thursday at 7 PM EST for the VET S.O.S. Veteran Educational Resources Spotlight. We talk to those who run the veteran programs/resource centers on campus and other veteran educational resources available to you so you can learn about specific school programs and resources and how they are helping you pursue your educational goals.
University of West Florida - Lori Milkeris
In the latest episode of the VET S.O.S. Educational Resources Spotlight, hosts Shawn Welsh and Hira Paulin, PhD, CRC sit down with Lori Milkeris, United States Air Force veteran and Director of the University of West Florida ’s Military and Veteran Resource Center (MVRC). Lori shares her inspiring journey from military service to higher education, highlighting the challenges of transitioning to civilian life, pursuing education as a single mother, and championing support for military-connected students.
Under Lori’s leadership, UWF’s MVRC serves over 2,500 students, offering a welcoming environment with essentials like snacks, coffee, and computer access, as well as critical resources like mentorship programs and a 58-page guide to local services. Through innovative initiatives and community partnerships, the center fosters academic success and emotional well-being.
Tune in to this heartfelt episode to hear Lori’s insights on persistence, community, and the vital role of veteran support programs. Discover how UWF is transforming the lives of veterans and their families. Don’t miss it!
Who's Who Weekly List of Resources
Last week's Who's Who list continued our focus on people you should be following in military transition. Make sure to follow each of them to learn valuable information that will help you during your transition.
Theresa Carpenter, APR?M - Founder and Host Stories of Service Podcast
Robert Thomas - President and COO Operation Homefront
Roger Roley - South East Regional Director FourBlock
Scott Lara - Director, Program Development Non Commissioned Officers Association (NCOA)
Lisa D. ?? Duckworth, SPHR - State of Utah's Veteran Employment Representative Utah Department of Workforce Services
Olivia Nunn - Director of Programs Veteran Success Resource Group (VSRG)
Anthony Veal - Marketing & Outreach Coordinator at Shepherd Center
Demika Jackson - Founder & President of Jacksonville Veterans Chamber of Commerce, Inc
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Veterans Sharing Our Stories
Veterans Sharing Our Stories (VET SOS) aims to give a voice to our veteran community, providing education and support to assist others with their transition out of the military. By sharing your story, you create a living legacy, a roadmap that can help countless Veterans navigate their own paths.
Imagine if your story could help someone put down the pills, step away from the brink, or find the strength to keep going. That's the power of sharing. Every story has the potential to save a life, to offer hope where there was none, and to remind every Veteran that they are not alone.
We are on a mission to stand up Veterans Sharing Our Stories (501c3). You can join us on this mission by supporting us at https://gofund.me/3865d545. You donation will support our efforts to launch this organization and help countless veterans through the power of story.
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1 个月Thank you for allowing us to be on the podcast. Excited to listen to it and inspire the world! Thank you VET S.O.S. Podcast for all you do!
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1 个月Always amazing content!
This sounds like a great episode! VET S.O.S. Podcast The work being done to support veterans is so important. Love that you're spotlighting organizations like Coffee Bunker and individuals like Daniel O’Dell who are making a real difference in the community.
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1 个月This sounds like an amazing podcast! VET S.O.S. Podcast ?? It's so important to support and empower veterans as they transition. Looking forward to hearing these inspiring stories! Well said ! ??