Military Retirement Podcast

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In this episode of the Military Retirement Podcast, John and Vic discuss various aspects of transitioning from military to civilian life, including personal reflections, community engagement, and resources available for veterans. The conversation delves into the importance of healthcare and life insurance during the transition, insights on book publishing, and an interview with David, who shares h...

Answering questions live in the chat. Talking military retirement and transition. Counting down to 1K subscribers on Youtube so we can head to Military Influencer Conference end of Sept 2024!!

Taking live questions and answers, and talking a bit about our new Retirement and Transition guide for military members and their families. Get our book on Kindle https://amzn.to/407yHZQ* This is an affiliate link, we are an amazon affiliate partner. We will make a small commission on any purchase you make with our link.

How do you raise awareness for a serious cause like Veteran Mental Health? https://al2la.org You start at Step 1. That's exactly what retired Chief Petty Officer Robert Luna did when he began his walk across the United States, connecting with communities, veterans, servicemembers and giving out free hugs to anyone that wanted one. I met up with Rob as he culminated his journey in Long Beach, CA.  ...

AmaYes, Military Pensions are worth Millions over a lifetime! In this video, I calculate Military Retirement for an E6, E7, E8, CWO2, CWO3, O4 and O5 and reveal the lifetime value of the pension for each of these ranks. If you're looking to connect and build that sense of camaraderie with fellow veterans, click that subscribe button, let's navigate this together. ---Check out "The Green Logbook: o...

38 CFR discussion with some guest hosts. Really trying something experimental for this episode but I think it will bring some value to all of you. This is a discussion based on the entire 38 CFR, crafted with some help from AI. If you find anything that sounds crazy let us know, but I reviewed it and everything sounds spot on. Enjoy Chapters (00:00) Understanding VA Disability Ratings (02:47) The...

Our Book is out now on Amazon! https://amzn.to/3NpLsYw In this episode of the Military Retirement Podcast, hosts John McConnell and Victor De La Flor discuss the challenges veterans face during their transition to civilian life. They emphasize the importance of support systems, the mental health impacts of military life, and the significance of mindfulness practices like meditation and writing. Th...

Brigadier General Lori Sutton shares her journey from military service to retirement, focusing on her experiences with PTSD, the importance of mental health, and the influence of her family on her career. "The Bottom Line Up Front - What You Need To Know Before You Leave The Military" https://amzn.to/3zfMxip Sutton reflects on her leadership roles, the impact of her work, and the lessons learned t...

"Scan everything, man. Make copies of everything."In this conversation, John and Victor discuss various themes surrounding recent violent events, the importance of community support for Veterans, and the challenges faced during the transition from military to civilian life. They emphasize the need for unity in society, the impact of media consumption on mental health, and provide important updates...

Mike McDonald, CEO of Truevana, shares his insights on transitioning out of the military on medical retirement and finding purpose in life. https://www.truevana.com/ Mike emphasizes the importance of taking the time to process the changes and set new patterns and habits. He talks about the surprises and challenges he faced during his military career as an Army Special Forces operator and how he ad...

Eric Dominijanni discusses his military career and transition out of the service, his motivation for joining the military, his experiences in the Marine Corps, and the challenges he faced during his transition. Find Eric and his Scotch brand https://www.fiorscotch.com/ He emphasizes the importance of finding purpose and staying busy after leaving the military, as well as maintaining connections wi...

John McConnell discusses the importance of expanding the military retirement community and the need for more resources and information. https://militaryretirementpodcast.com/resources Joey Laswell, a financial social worker, joins the conversation and they discuss the importance of personalized financial counseling and the role of financial therapy in addressing the behavioral side of personal fin...

Colonel (RET) David Grant, former Army SFL Director, who just hung up his boots after 30 years in the Army talks about his transition and a novel he has published post military service. https://amzn.to/4fqoHR9 - What Are We Going To Do With Tyrone Jr.? As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases. These earnings directly support the channel. We're diving into his journey, the highs...

Tune in for expert guidance and support from military veterans who have successfully navigated the journey themselves. https://militaryretirementpodcast.com/resources Join John and Victor in this insightful podcast episode as they explore the essential steps for a smooth military retirement transition. Covering personal stories, financial planning tips, and practical advice, they provide valuable...

Lisa Benson, an Army veteran, shares her experiences and insights on transitioning out of the military and the challenges veterans face. Find out about Lisa and what she is doing for Veterans at https://debelladeball.com/ She discusses the importance of supporting veterans and helping them thrive, not just survive. Lisa also highlights the struggles of dealing with PTSD and the gaps in the support...

Today we discuss how life is going for us after we exited the military. Including updates that may affect veterans, and an update with our previous guest, Robert Luna, while he hikes across America. FDA Vote for stage 3 clinical trials for MDMA - https://www.bbc.com/future/article/20240620-fda-advisors-voted-against-mdma-therapy-researchers-are-still-fighting-for-it How to do great things - by Pau...

In this engaging episode of the Military Retirement Podcast, hosts John McConnell and Victor De La Flor sit down with retired Marine Corps E-9, Wayne Terronez. Find Wayne on Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/wayne-terronez-16879174/ Wayne shares his unique insights into the transition from military to civilian life, discussing the challenges and strategies for a successful transition. He empha...

In this conversation, John, Victor and Janet discuss various topics including retirement ceremonies, education programs for veterans, and the Veterans Treatment Program. Janet shares her experience in the military and her transition to civilian life, as well as her current work as a mentor in the Veterans Treatment Program. They also discuss the benefits of volunteering and finding purpose after r...

On this Livestream episode of The Military Retirement podcast, we talk with Bill Vaughn, one of the top performing Cyber Security Specialists in the US Army, about the Cyber career path for retiring military, finding your passion and the health complications of being over-dedicated to your IT career.

In this LiveStream episode of the Military Retirement Podcast, we're covering a few organizations that are supporting veterans with mental health, camaraderie and learning a new skill. https://guitars4vets.org/ & https://fishing4heroesusa.com/about

Marv McGuire's is a retired US Navy retired Officer who served over 2 decades only to encounter his biggest challenge at the end of his career. http://www.heartsillcapitalpartners.com/ Summary Marv McGuire, a retired military logistics officer, discusses his transition from the military to civilian life and offers advice for veterans. He emphasizes the importance of helping other veterans and...

We sit down with Sergeant Major (Retired) Hero Aguirre as he talks about his military to civilian transition, and how he went from leading Marines in the Marine Corps to now leading students in the JROTC program. Takeaways Family support is crucial during military service and the transition to civilian life. PCS moves can be challenging, but they provide opportunities to explore new places. Joinin...

Covering more about #mentalhealthawarenessmonth, resources, books, #VAClaimSharks and more. Want to create live streams like this? Check out StreamYard: https://streamyard.com/pal/d/4998128083271680 In this conversation, John and Victor discuss their YouTube channel reaching 500+ subscribers and their goal of reaching 1000 subscribers. They also talk about their plans to attend the @militaryinflue...

We’ll be focusing on Veteran Mental Health on this Livestream, with a special guest, Robert Luna. Learn more at https://al2la.us/ Robert is a Coast Guard retiree and veteran, who will be embarking on a hike across the USA with a mission to bring awareness to Veteran Mental Health. Join us on YouTube, Facebook or Instagram @MilitaryRetirementPodcast and listen to Robert’s story on this special edit...