VET S.O.S. Presents The Scoop

Description: Brian Muka joins the VET S.O.S. Network to dive into how fear—often misunderstood—can be transformed into a powerful tool for growth, leadership, and resilience. In this episode, we explore:• Why fear and excitement are biologically the same signal• How to turn fear into fuel instead of limitation• Practical ways to regulate your mindset and nervous system• Using adversity and mental...

Description: SFC (Ret.) William “Stevo” Stephens Jr. joins the VET S.O.S. Network to dive into veteran mental health, identity loss after service, and the healing journey behind The Broken Mirror . In this episode, we explore: • The hidden struggles veterans face after leaving the military• How storytelling and vulnerability can unlock healing• Rebuilding purpose, identity, and family connections...

Description: Douglas M. Katz joins the VET S.O.S. Network to explore how innovation, entrepreneurship, and resilience intersect with disability and human potential. A West Point graduate, disabled Army veteran, and inventor, Doug shares how personal challenges led him to design adaptive products—including an innovative kitchen knife—and develop the concept of the Ability Curve , which reframes dis...

Description: Marie Slider Henriksen joins the VET S.O.S. Network to dive into trauma recovery, addiction, PTSD, and what it truly means to heal out loud. A former U.S. Army combat medic, Marie shares her journey through childhood trauma, deployment to Iraq, medical discharge, sobriety, and rebuilding her life through poetry, faith, and community. In this episode, we explore: • The hidden weight of...

Description: Russ and Mike join the VET S.O.S. Network to dive into retirement income strategy, Social Security optimization, and lifetime tax efficiency. Their book Beyond Break Even challenges the traditional “break-even” mindset and introduces a smarter, more strategic framework. In this episode, we explore: • The 5 Pillars of Retirement Optimization • Why Social Security is more powerful than...

Kijuan “Kiwi” Amey joins The Scoop on the VET S.O.S. Network to dive into overcoming trauma, redefining identity, and transforming pain into purpose. After surviving a catastrophic motorcycle accident that left him blind and fighting for his life, Kiwi chose resilience over resentment. In this episode, we explore: • The crash that changed everything• Rebuilding life after blindness and severe inju...

Description: Alecia Tolver and Eric Brew join the VET S.O.S. Network for a powerful conversation on leadership, coaching, faith, and purpose after military service. This episode of The Scoop explores what it really takes to move from service to significance—without losing yourself in the transition. In this episode, we explore:• Identity beyond the uniform and rank• Coaching vs. fixing—why veteran...

Julie Tully joins the VET S.O.S. Network to explore identity, resilience, and reinvention after nearly two decades overseas as a military and diplomatic spouse. Drawing from her memoir Dispatches from the Cowgirl , Julie shares what it’s really like to navigate culture shock, community, humor, and reintegration after long-term service abroad. In this episode, we explore: • Life overseas as a milit...

Frank Zaccari joins the VET S.O.S. Network to dive into why so many veterans and leaders feel stuck after major life transitions—and how clarity, not hustle, is the key to moving forward. In this episode, we explore:• The loss of identity and structure after military service• How trauma, grief, and burnout quietly keep us stuck• Translating military experience into civilian and leadership success•...

Aaron Wayne Hudgins joins the VET S.O.S. Network for a deeply impactful episode of The Scoop , sharing his journey through leadership, loss, and survivor advocacy after more than 26 years of military service. A retired U.S. Army First Sergeant and Pentagon Survivor Advisory Working Group member, Aaron explores how grief reshaped his purpose—and how veterans can better understand the internal battl...

Dr. Charles “Charlie” Powell joins the VET S.O.S. Network on The Scoop to dive deep into PTSD, veteran mental health, and the realities of healing beyond traditional systems . After serving as a combat medic, Naval officer, and physician, Dr. Powell shares how years of silent suffering led him to new perspectives on trauma, recovery, and purpose—and why community and awareness save lives . In this...

Description: Jeffrey Panik joins the VET S.O.S. Network to dive into financial literacy and share insights on managing money, debt, and long-term financial decision-making during major life transitions. In this episode, we explore: • Building a strong financial foundation through budgeting • Understanding credit scores, debt, and student loans • Avoiding common money traps that derail long-term su...

Derek Adametz joins the VET S.O.S. Network on The Scoop to dive into leadership, resilience, and navigating life-altering transition. A retired Naval Aviator, cancer survivor, and author of Unbreakable Wings , Derek shares hard-earned lessons from the cockpit, the chemo chair, and beyond. In this episode, we explore: • Leadership through adversity and uncertainty • The mental and emotional battle...

Episode Description: Michael Pack joins the VET S.O.S. Network to discuss the making of The Last 600 Meters and share powerful insight into the Iraq War’s most significant urban battles — Fallujah and Najaf — and the veterans who lived them. He breaks down the emotional, tactical, and historical realities of the 2004 battles and explains why capturing these stories matters now more than ever. In t...

Susan L. Combs joins the VET S.O.S. Network to dive into the power of mentorship, the legacy behind Pancakes for Roger , and how every one of us can learn to “slay our dragons” by mastering the pillars of self, love, family, and career. She breaks down the emotional journey of caregiving, the truth about imposter syndrome, and how purpose transforms adversity into impact. In this episode, we explo...

On this episode of The Scoop from the VET S.O.S. Network , host Kings connects with Gene Moran , retired Navy Captain and author of Make Your Move: Charting Your Post-Military Career . Gene shares essential strategies for navigating transition with clarity, confidence, and purpose. Gene discusses: How military perspectives can both empower and limit you Why mapping your career path matters more th...

On this episode of The Scoop from the VET S.O.S. Network , host Kingsley “Kings” Scott dives deep with Chris Marvin , a combat-wounded U.S. Army Black Hawk pilot and Veteran Engagement Lead at Everytown for Gun Safety . Chris discusses how veterans bring a unique and essential perspective to the national gun safety conversation. Through his leadership in the Train Smart Gun Safety Program , he’s r...

🎙️ The Scoop — VET S.O.S. Network Resilience Under Fire: Sgt. Maj. (Ret.) Bart Womack on Betrayal, Leadership, and Healing Sergeant Major (Ret.) Bart Womack joins the VET S.O.S. Network on The Scoop to share the untold story behind one of the most shocking insider attacks in U.S. military history. His book, Embedded Enemy: The Insider Threat , reveals what happens when the battlefield turns inward...

In this powerful episode of The Scoop , part of the VET S.O.S. Network , Kings reconnects with mentor, veteran, author, and leadership expert Todd Simmons — a man whose story has inspired thousands. Todd opens up about his upbringing, early adversity, surviving failure, navigating mental health battles, and discovering his purpose through service. His bestselling book Why Not Me? Born to Fail, Des...

In this episode of VET S.O.S. Presents The Scoop , host Kingsley Scott interviews Lee Pepper , author of Never Outmatched , to explore how battlefield-tested leadership translates into winning business strategies. Lee shares how lessons from the Army—from decision-making under pressure to leveraging limited resources—can transform modern marketing and corporate culture. He breaks down principles l...

In this episode of The Scoop from the VET S.O.S. Network , host Kingsley Scott dives into a soul-stirring conversation with Jenna Griffith , author of Service and Soul: A Journey to Purpose for Military and First Responder Wives . Jenna’s story shines a light on the silent strength of spouses who stand in the shadows of service — balancing parenting, PCS moves, and personal sacrifice while redisco...

In this inspiring episode of The Scoop , part of the VET S.O.S. Network , host Kingsley “Kings” reconnects with Dr. Leenette Joseph , author of Broken Ranks and founder of RLK Team Solutions. Together, they unpack powerful lessons from her book about emotional intelligence, mentorship, and healing within leadership. Dr. Joseph explains how toxic environments form—and how self-reflection and open c...

In this heartfelt episode of The Scoop , part of the VET S.O.S. Network , host Kingsley Scott sits down with Anthony Dyer , a U.S. Air Force veteran, gunship aviator, and author of Moonchild. Anthony shares his deeply personal story of service, survival, and rediscovery. From the chaos of Afghanistan to the struggle of identity after leaving the military, Moonchild reveals the emotional journey of...

In this powerful episode of The Scoop from the VET S.O.S. Network , host Kingsley “Kings” Scott sits down with two remarkable women veterans who are breaking barriers through storytelling and service. 🎥 Paige , an Army veteran turned filmmaker, discusses her transition from the White House Communications Agency to the American Film Institute , where she created Guide On , a short film inspired by...

This episode of The Scoop from the VET S.O.S. Network dives deep into what authentic leadership looks like in both military and civilian life. Host Kingsley Scott welcomes Bill Sprayberry and David McDowell , co-authors of Be a Better Leader: A Situational Guide , for an inspiring conversation on discipline, communication, humility, and self-leadership. With over seven decades of combined experien...