Mark Lavine's Podcast On The Mark

In this episode of On the Mark   I talk about the efforts of the Veterans Administration to overcome veteran suicides. In 2018  the VA established the National  Strategy for Preventing  Veteran Suicides. In this episode I share more unfortunate statistics regarding veteran suicides. Please listen to Part 1 of this series. Send us Fan Mail

This episode o Mark Lavine's On the Mark discusses the data collected from several agencies concerning veteran suicides. I talk about causes and preventive measures for avoiding veteran suicides.   Send us Fan Mail

This episode of On The Mark highlights the benefits of the GI Bill. You may be eligible for education benefits you are not aware of. Send us Fan Mail

I have dedicated my podcast to veteran's worldwide. Twice a month I will choose the VA website and provide you with information you may need. I also would like to hear from you about a veteran topic you would like me to research for you that we can share on the podcast.  Contact me at marklavine51@gmail.com. I was medically retired from the Air Force in 1970. I look forward to hearing from my...

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This episode of On The Mark is dedicated to all veterans and their families and friends. Thank you all for your support Send us Fan Mail

We know basketball has been around for many years. But did you know how it  started? Sit back and relax as you learn the origin of basketball! Send us Fan Mail

There are thousands of veterans that may be eligible for the PACT ACT. The PACT ACT. was introduced last March. If you were exposed to toxic chemicals, you may be entitled to a VA disability rating. If you have listened to Mark Lavine's On The Mark podcast recently you will know that my podcast is dedicated to all veterans. I was recently rated at 100% by the VA.  I want to help all veterans...

This episode is about how veterans are able to receive health care outside the VA. Especially if there is not a VA medical facility in their area. I also reach out to veterans who need assistance  from the VA but are uncertain how to go about it. This podcast is not only for the veterans it is also for the families of veterans. I am a 100% disabled veteran and it is my goal to seek help for all ve...

There are many veterans who are denied claims due to lack of documentation or or other reasons. This episode of On the mark discusses ways to appeal these claims and hopefully have a better outcome. Send us Fan Mail

I am dedicating my podcasts to veterans. I have been a disabled veteran for fifty four years. I want to share my experience with my fellow veterans. I have been a VA recipient all this time. I have had great medical care  and benefits. My passion is to help veterans navigate the journey to  navigate the VA and hopefully get the help they need. I am an advocate for you. There are many organizations...

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In this episode of On The Mark, I discuss the importance of Toy safety for you and your children. It is surprising  how many hospital visits were related to injuries from the wrong toy for the child's age. Please enjoy this episode.  Send us Fan Mail

WE have all played basketball at one time or another. But did you know the origin of basketball?  Sit back and listen to this episode of On The Mark Send us Fan Mail

This episode of Mark Lavine's Of On The Mark discusses the beginning of baseball in America. There are some surprises to On The Mark Send us Fan Mail

College and professional football has been with us since 1869. Have you wondered how football came to the United States? Find out in this episode of On the Mark. Send us Fan Mail

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Many of us were fascinated by the lite show we made with Lite Brite. Learn how it was discovered. Kites have been with us for over 3000 years. Did you know how they were used? Find out in this episode of Mark Lavine's On The Mark Send us Fan Mail

Most of us either owned a bobblehead or had played with one.  Major league Baseball was the first to introduce bobbleheads to the public. Learn why! Did you know why Silly Putty was discovered as a replacement for natural rubber during World War II? Send us Fan Mail

Long before computers, videos  and cell phones we had balsa wood airplanes. They were fun to fly and boy were they cheap to buy Find out what a Chatter Ring can do Send us Fan Mail

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This episode of On The Mark is about the origin of Masters of the Universe and how it has attracted so many followers  the around world. Our second section is about how Playskool Manufacturing is still making educational toys and games for children to learn and enjoy. Send us Fan Mail

This episode of On The Mark is about the origins of Cornhole, Badminton and Tennis. It amazes me how toys and games become so popular and part of our heritage. Please enjoy this episode of On the Mark. If you have a toy or game you would like me to research you can reach me at Onthemark93@gmail.com or marklavine51@gmail.com Thank you for listening to On The Mark! Send us Fan Mail

Pickleball has become a very popular game in recent years. Learn how it became so successful. Toy guns have been around  since the civil war.  They have an interesting history. Since the 1800' s squirt guns have been a fun way to entertain our friends and family. There is not nothing like a good squirt gun fight on a hot summer day! When you were a young child you made drawings with Crayola c...

Learn the origins of some of your favorite stuffed toys, the origin of paying cards and the origin of Cribbage. Send us Fan Mail