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Local political activist, John Morris, talks about the process for being a candidate and making changes. Colorado Springs is booming! Your Democratic Party is always looking for strong candidates. If you are interested please reach out on the website. Send us a text https://bsky.app/profile/leftfaceco.bsky.social https://www.facebook.com/epccpv www. EPCCPV.org or info@epccpv.org

My wife, Hartini, joins me to talk about our time up in Cripple Creek for Donkey Derby Days. We also talk about the Space Command staying in Colorado Springs and Sen Tuberville's hold on military promotions.  Find out out what is going on with your local Progressive Vets group. Send us a text https://bsky.app/profile/leftfaceco.bsky.social https://www.facebook.com/epccpv www. EPCCPV.org or in...

My good friend and local author, Robert Rogers, joins me in the studio to talk about how  he became an author and entrepreneur. Robert shares his secrets to success. Find out what helped him, and me, stay on target. Find all 3 of Rob's books on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Robert-Rogers/author/B089LX6QZT?ref=ap_rdr&store_ref=ap_rdr&isDramIntegrated=true&shoppingPortalEnab...

My wife, Hart, joins me as we were very fortunate to be able to talk with David Torres. David is running for Congress against Rep. Lamborn. We talk about his inspiration for running and some of his thoughts on how to effectively govern. We also address Rep Lamborn's recent  tweets at USAFA leadership curriculum. Find out what Mr. Torres has to say about these topics and more... Send us a text...

I speak with the founder of the Government Contracting Academy, Randy Wimmer. Randy is on a mission to teach people how to land contracts with the world's #1 purchaser of goods. The US Government.  As vets we have a leg up, and Randy explains how he leveraged his Navy experience into a couple start-up companies. (One of which he sold for 8 figures!)  Find out how Randy did it. Randal Wimmer C...

Today we welcome to the show C. David Cain - the CEO and Chief Hero Evangelist of Heroes Home Advantage. He has over 20 years of experience as a top-producing Loan Officer, but is on a mission to create brand awareness for the largest hero rebate program in the country when buying or selling real estate! Learn how you can save big money when buying a home! CONNECT WITH DAVID David@HeroesHomeAdvant...

Adam is joined by Jose and another Vet, Israel Parkinson. The three of them discuss transitioning from a high paced operational environment to a more "normal" way of life. Israel also talks about the program he used to get his welding schooling in San Diego, CA.  Listen how these vets transitioned into civilian life. Send us a text https://bsky.app/profile/leftfaceco.bsky.social https://...

Finally! The party has begun. Today, I talk with Naomi Wyatt. She is the Chief of operations for The Welcome Party.  Her organization is looking to bring democrats and non-affiliated voters together  to Win the Middle and keep pushing democratic agendas. Send us a text https://bsky.app/profile/leftfaceco.bsky.social https://www.facebook.com/epccpv www. EPCCPV.org or info@epccpv.org

In this episode, Adam is joined by Kent Jarnig. They discuss the purpose of the El Paso County Colorado Progressive Veterans group, and some of the wins they've had while helping hundreds of vets.  They also share their insights about Russia being on the brink of civil war. Send us a text https://bsky.app/profile/leftfaceco.bsky.social https://www.facebook.com/epccpv www. EPCCPV.org or info@e...

We discuss a few headlines and then talk about the CED project. (https://cedproject.org/) Sources: https://www.foxnews.com/politics/space-force-general-decries-anti-lgbtq-laws-pentagon-pride-event-claims-they-affect-hiring-decisions https://www.waaytv.com/news/space-force-official-hints-at-reason-for-delay-in-moving-space-command-hq-to-huntsville/article_c5f7c5a2-0c51-11ee-8670-cbe7ea589d48.html h...

News Updates lead us into a conversation on being "accidental" progressives. Send us a text https://bsky.app/profile/leftfaceco.bsky.social https://www.facebook.com/epccpv www. EPCCPV.org or info@epccpv.org

A few highlights from the debt bill that affects us Vets.  A little story I wrote. Send us a text https://bsky.app/profile/leftfaceco.bsky.social https://www.facebook.com/epccpv www. EPCCPV.org or info@epccpv.org

Kent Jarnig talks about the difference between Memorial Day and Veterans Day.  How did they both start?  Listen and learn how both National Holidays evolved and became what they are today. Send us a text https://bsky.app/profile/leftfaceco.bsky.social https://www.facebook.com/epccpv www. EPCCPV.org or info@epccpv.org

This is a great conversation between Adam Gillard (Host of All Things Military and Veteran) and Jose Senior, on what does mandatory military service actually mean and are there any possible unintended consequences if this was instituted, Send us a text https://bsky.app/profile/leftfaceco.bsky.social https://www.facebook.com/epccpv www. EPCCPV.org or info@epccpv.org

Adam is a retired Air Force E-8 and has some terrific ideas on our Podcast.  This is his first, and really not bad.  My first I had to record 3 times to get it right - Adam did this on his first try.  In this episode, Adam talks about changes in the VA and the services they provide.  Be sure to listen to see how these changes will affect you. Send us a text https://bsky.app/profile/leftfaceco.bsky...

 Listen as two Veterans, one from the Vietnam War and one Retired from the Air Force discuss the potential loss of VA Healthcare Services and even Charging for Tri-Care.  Send us a text https://bsky.app/profile/leftfaceco.bsky.social https://www.facebook.com/epccpv www. EPCCPV.org or info@epccpv.org

As I recorded this, the war was in day 431 - 1 year and 2 months.  At the current accounts, there has been 480 million dollars given to Ukraine to defend itself.  Is this a good investment?  Listen and find out. Send us a text https://bsky.app/profile/leftfaceco.bsky.social https://www.facebook.com/epccpv www. EPCCPV.org or info@epccpv.org

This is a weekly Newsletter that covers everything important to Veterans, from transitioning to employment to discounts and vacations. Send us a text https://bsky.app/profile/leftfaceco.bsky.social https://www.facebook.com/epccpv www. EPCCPV.org or info@epccpv.org

I did some research as to China's and Russia's military capabilities.  How many troops do they have?  How many planes?  How many ships?  Whose hardware is better?  Which armies have the best training?  How much money are we spending on each branch?  Is it enough or too much?  Listen and see if you agree with my assessment. Send us a text https://bsky.app/profile/leftfaceco.bsky.social ht...

Today's Veterans probably don't know what it was like back in my day...Vietnam.  How long was my service?  What help did I receive on transition?   What about now?  Has it changed?  Is it better or worse?  Listen and find out - and did you, regardless of when you were discharged, get everything that you earned? Send us a text https://bsky.app/profile/leftfaceco.bsky.social https://www.fa...

Now, I don't want anyone to confuse the title with me not liking the VA.  I do!  VA Healthcare is amazing, with great Doctors and Nurses.  Up-to-date equipment and well, everything is good.  The VA and VA Disability is terrific, too.  So, what is my problem?  What two things am I pissed off about?  Listen and find out why I am pissed off about these things and why you should be, too. Send us...

An Interview with Molly Rose Speed and her classes of Virtual Jobs for Spouses.  Molly Rose is an active-duty spouse and found herself moving every few years with her children.   She couldn't find a business that would pay her what she was worth, being they knew she would be moving in a year or two.  Consequently, she came up with the idea of Virtual Assistant, a job she could take her client...

Survivor Benefits - who qualifies, what is the difference between Dependency and Indemnity Compensation and VA Disability Survivor Benefits and how does ChampaVA fit in?  If you are a survivor from a Veteran marriage, then listen to this podcast.  I do my best to answer the basic questions and even cover ChampaVA - that's a very inexpensive insurance that helps once the survivor starts receiv...

Kent Jarnig, an Army Combat Veteran talks about changes starting in 1951 up until today.  What has worked?  What hasn't?  Do LGBTQ+ soldiers perform as well as straight soldiers?   Which branch has the most self-identified LGBTQ+ members?  Listen now to find out the answers. Send us a text https://bsky.app/profile/leftfaceco.bsky.social https://www.facebook.com/epccpv www. EPCCPV.org or info@...

All you need to know about Military Burials - YES, they are FREE!  Mike Pierson, Lt. Col. ret., goes into depth on how your survivors can quickly and mostly effortlessly be buried at the Pikes Peak National Cemetery , complete with an honor guard from Ft. Carson.  Check it out. Send us a text https://bsky.app/profile/leftfaceco.bsky.social https://www.facebook.com/epccpv www. EPCCPV.org or info@ep...