S.O.S. (Stories of Service) - Ordinary people who do extraordinary work

Let us know what you think of the show and what we can do better! Hey guys - this week, I get into the leadership coaching space with two amazing guests! The first is Stacy Raske whose bestselling book, Be a Boss and Fire that B**tch spoke to me on a very visceral level. We'll be discussing that, her upcoming InFLOWential IMPACT Leadership Event next month, and so much more.  Stacy Raske is a...

Let us know what you think of the show and what we can do better! In this episode, I chat with my dear friend Zohra Fahim on her efforts to change policy, making our world safer for animals!  In her work as a tireless advocate for animals, Zohra Fahim persuaded Palomar Medical Center to participate in Meatless Mondays. This effort added more vegan options to patient menus which later inspired the...

Let us know what you think of the show and what we can do better! In Ep. 26, I had one of my best friends on the podcast: Sandy Duchac. She spoke about her advocacy on behalf of veterans in the arena of Military Sexual Trauma, domestic violence, and so much more. She also shared her own transformative story of surviving sexual assault at the hands of a doctor contracted through the Veterans Affair...

Let us know what you think of the show and what we can do better! I'm so honored to have Oakland McCulloch on the podcast as he shares his decades of wisdom navigating leadership in the military and beyond!  Oakland McCulloch was born in Loudon, Tennessee, and raised in Kirkland, Illinois.  After graduating from high school, he attend the United States Military Academy at West Point for two y...

Let us know what you think of the show and what we can do better! Happy holidays! So feeling a bit better after shoulder surgery and decided to slide in one more guest on the podcast and that is none other than my dear friend Alfredo Torres!  Mr. Alfredo Torres is the Virginia Transition Assistance Program Regional Coordinator for the Central and Western region and the Candidate Coordinator for th...

Let us know what you think of the show and what we can do better! This next guest is someone I deeply admire, and when I heard her incredible story. I was so moved and blown away by her courage and tenacity.  Paula Pedene is a nationally recognized public relations strategist, Veteran’s Affairs Whistleblower, and author. Her book is called A Sacred Duty. This is the true story of how a visually im...

Let us know what you think of the show and what we can do better! In this podcast, I talk about the importance of sharing stories of service and how your experiences can be used to pay it forward to others. Support the show Visit my website: https://thehello.llc/THERESACARPENTER Read my writings on my blog: https://www.theresatapestries.com/ Listen to other episodes on my podcast: https://storieso...

Let us know what you think of the show and what we can do better! Barbie The Welder is an American metal sculptor, published author of six books, and advocate for the skilled trades from Erin, NY. Even though she had no business experience or professional art education, Barbie’s unique, self-taught style of creating sculptures quickly threw her into the spotlight on social media. She caught the ey...

Let us know what you think of the show and what we can do better! Join me as I chat with Brimstone! Brimstone has had a successful and rewarding career spanning well over four decades; participating in numerous entertainment fields boasting a list of titles including a professional wrestler, radio host/professional podcaster, actor, voice actor, author, musician, philanthropist, food critic, horro...

Let us know what you think of the show and what we can do better! Did you know that more than two million Americans experience some type of rotator cuff injury every year? According to the National Institute of Health, 22 percent of the population has some kind of shoulder tear and by the time we reach old age (80s), that number jumps to nearly 37 percent!  Wow. That's why I was so happy to m...

Let us know what you think of the show and what we can do better! In this episode, I chat with my friend and human communication expert Joe Plenzler. Joe Plenzler is co-founder of Cassandra-Helenus Partners, LLC - a leadership coaching and human communication firm. He has more than 25 years of experience in helping senior leaders drive meaningful and lasting change through better communication wit...

Let us know what you think of the show and what we can do better! Houston ... we have a problem! LOL, just thought I would come on real quick and show how my class is actually helping me solve a very difficult issue. It's just one more reason why I am so thankful for the opportunities the military gives me. Support the show Visit my website: https://thehello.llc/THERESACARPENTER Read my writi...

Let us know what you think of the show and what we can do better! Join me as I chat with the one and only Carole Baskin! I am so excited to bring her honorable work to my podcast audience!!! Carole Baskin is the founder and CEO of Big Cat Rescue. She runs a real estate business and manages 100+ volunteers and interns from around the world and 10 staff and contractors. She has run this Tampa based...

Let us know what you think of the show and what we can do better! My guest for S.O.S. Ep. 17 is my dear friend and mentor Rosie Goscinski. Cmdr. Rosie Goscinski is a native of Kearny, NJ. She graduated from the United States Naval Academy in 2001 with a B.S. in political science and earned an MBA in Department of Defense Financial Management from the Naval Postgraduate’s School. She is a graduate...

Let us know what you think of the show and what we can do better! In this episode, I chat with Deborah Frye. As a longtime grief specialist, Deborah Juniper-Frye has worked with countless families, individuals, and organizations through the grief process, to gain understanding, new hope, and self-awareness. She has also witnessed, endured, and overcame the stress and trauma that comes with grief. ...

Let us know what you think of the show and what we can do better! On Ep. 15, I chat with Michael Quinn. He is a prominent voice in the military-to-civilian transition space. Prior to his retirement, Sergeant Major (Ret.) Michael Quinn led our nation’s soldiers for more than 24 years and has an incredible passion for giving back to the veteran community.  While planning for his own retirement from...

Let us know what you think of the show and what we can do better! Jennifer Cline is a self-taught woodworker and flag maker who views her craft as her life’s calling. Widowed at the age of 37 and a mother of two young children, she picked up her husband’s tools to make necessary repairs around their 200-year-old farmhouse.  Eventually, she gained a handy reputation among friends and coworkers, pro...

Let us know what you think of the show and what we can do better! Are the military standards for physical fitness outdated and follow a model for just one body type? My next guest this Saturday at 7:30 pm EST for Stories of Service thinks so and has bravely shared her struggles for years confirming to a standard that’s recently come into question as more people speak out against it.  Meet Navy Lt....

Let us know what you think of the show and what we can do better! My guest played a huge role in my development as an advocate for any group that is marginalized. Inga Gibson is the President and Policy Director of Pono Advocacy. I met her in 2008, as I was exploring my beliefs regarding humane dog breeding. Inga mentored me in all aspects of animal protection policy changes and is an expert in hu...

Let us know what you think of the show and what we can do better! My 11th guest on S.O.S. epitomizes the "can do" spirit within us all! He is the Chief Executive Officer at Watson Distributing Corporation.  DuWayne Watson has been a leader in executive management from start to finish for over 20 years having managed several national companies at a large scale while showing global profits...

Let us know what you think of the show and what we can do better! In this episode, I chat with Adam Cole. Adam is the founder and executive director of Join the Journey, serving in a volunteer capacity in his off-duty time from active duty service in the Navy.  Adam formed Join the Journey after deploying as part of the U.S. military relief to assist in recovery following Haiti’s 2010 earthquake....

Let us know what you think of the show and what we can do better! I struggled writing these show notes for Corinne as so much ground to cover. Orthodontist. Navy Commander. Pageant Queen. Deployed in a combat zone. Multiple overseas assignments. Book Author. Motivational Speaker. Community organizer. Award Recipient from the Italian Society of History of Medicine? (good story there, I bet). Not on...

Let us know what you think of the show and what we can do better! Episode 8 of the S.O.S. podcast I chat with the one and only master digital networker (and dear friend) Jose Valazquez!  Jose Velazquez is an Affiliate Certified Digital Networking Coach (CDN-C); accredited through the Digital Networking Professional Program (DNPP). Jose is one of the first two people to earn the CDN-C level certifi...

Let us know what you think of the show and what we can do better! In this episode, chat with Navy Capt. (ret) and former Public Affairs Officer Thurraya Kent. She's successfully made the transition from 26 years serving in the military to now running Blue Magnolia Engagement Strategies, an event planning and homestyle catering company based in northern Virginia.   Her military assignments inc...

Let us know what you think of the show and what we can do better! In this episode, I am speaking to Air Force Lt. Col. Jacob English, a 15-year active-duty officer who is currently Deputy Chief of the Security Cooperation Organization at the United States Embassy in San Salvador, El Salvador. He advises and coordinates training and equipment programs with senior leaders from El Salvador’s military...