The Post Military Podcast

This feature brings together Josh White, an active duty serviceman and 'Hero Front Podcast' host, and Billy Pugh, post-military podcast host, for profound dialogues about transitioning out of military service and leaning into their next chapters as fathers. They discuss mental health in the veteran community, touching on depression, ADHD, and handling trauma. Shedding light on Billy's...

Join us on the Post Military Podcast as we welcome veteran, actor, writer, journalist, and podcast host, Joe Searles. From his transition out of the military to his adventures in the entertainment field, Searles shares invaluable insights and advice for anyone preparing to transition to a new life chapter. From his roles in stage production at Ohio State to his positions in Hollywood, Searles reco...

This episode of The Post Military Podcast delves into the life of army veteran Cameron Cushman. Documenting his challenging transition from military service to civilian life due to a botched medical procedure, we explore Cameron's inspirational journey which led to his own video production business. His passion for outdoor adventures like fly fishing, hunting, hiking, and running in his belove...

On this enlightening episode of the Post Military Podcast, host Billy delivers an in-depth conversation with Eric Baskin, a graduate of the United States Air Force Academy turned successful financial planner. The episode follows Eric's journey, sharing his unique perspective on navigating his transition from the military into the civilian world and creating his own business. It provides valuab...

In this episode of the Post Military Podcast, we explore the dynamic journey of Cassidy Nolan, a former Marine Corps intelligence specialist, as he navigates life post-military service and successfully ventures into entrepreneurship with his start-up hot sauce company, Aquanhotsauce. From cleaning porta potties to selling out restocks in three weeks, Cassidy's story emphasizes the value of com...

In the latest episode of the Post-Military Podcast, host Billy is joined by former contracting officer and real estate expert Evan Kaufman. They delve into the crucial aspects of transitioning from military service to civilian life, with Kaufman, a U.S. Air Force Academy graduate, shedding light on personal and financial challenges veterans face during this transition. Themes include the resonatin...

In this conversation, Joel shares his military background and the decision to leave the service. He discusses the preparation process for transitioning to civilian life and the challenges he faced. Joel also talks about the realization and recovery process he went through to become a better person. He shares his experience with finding his current job and the role LinkedIn played in his success. I...

In this episode, Billy Pugh interviews Charming Ihekoronye, a former Marine Corps member, financial strategist, and video game content creator. Charming shares his experiences and insights on various topics, including the importance of sharing personal stories, his military career, his musical journey, becoming a drill instructor, and the challenges of transitioning out of the Marines. Throughout...

In this episode, Annette Wittenberger shares her experience transitioning out of the military after serving 17 and a half years. She discusses the challenges she faced, including feeling a loss of identity and struggling with the transition process. Annette emphasizes the importance of finding mentors and seeking mental health support during this time. She also talks about the significance of purs...

Bruce Thompson, a retired Marine Corps Master Sergeant, shares his experience and struggles with transitioning from the military. He discusses the challenges he faced with transition programs and the realization that success in transition is not defined by a high-paying job or job title. Bruce emphasizes the importance of finding purpose and passion in post-military life and the value of mentorshi...

Sonny Tai, a Marine Corps veteran and founder of Actuate AI, shares his military career and transition to business school. He highlights the benefits of joining the military, including the post-9/11 GI Bill, which provides generous tuition reimbursement. Sonny emphasizes the importance of knowing oneself and finding a path that aligns with personal strengths and passions. He discusses the value of...

This conversation explores the challenges individuals face when thinking about the future and making plans for their careers and lives. The chapters cover topics such as struggling with future planning, getting comfortable and resisting change, the lack of encouragement to explore options, ego and identity in careers, fear of starting over, letting go of past identities, self-awareness and making...

In this episode, Samantha Gassman, a former Air Force Combat Systems Officer, shares her military career and transition to civilian life. She discusses her reasons for leaving the military, including the retirement of her aircraft and personal considerations. Samantha emphasizes the importance of creating closure and having a clear bookend to the military career. She also highlights the need for s...

In this episode, Brandon Aaron shares his insights and experiences on transitioning from the military to the civilian world. He emphasizes the importance of understanding the different environments and learning to adapt before fully diving in. Brandon also discusses the challenges of building a life outside of work and the need for a supportive community. He shares his journey of starting Hire One...

In this episode, Sean Plankey, a former member of the United States Coast Guard, talks about his career and transition to civilian life. Sean shares his experiences serving in the Coast Guard, including his deployments and work in cybersecurity. He also discusses his decision to go to grad school and his participation in the Breakline program. Sean provides valuable insights and advice for veteran...

Tune in to this week's episode to hear David Daly's story about his military transition out of the Marine Corps, his advice to service members preparing to transition out, his battle with PTSD and integrating into civilian life, and how we can all better understand our values and purpose to align ourselves in the next chapter of our lives. Every week the Post Military Podcast gives you a n...

Tune in to this week's episode to hear Natasha Swartley's story about her military transition out of the Navy, her advice to service members preparing to transition out, her journey through retirement after 22 years of service, and how we can all better understand our values and purpose to align ourselves in the next chapter of our lives. Every week the Post Military Podcast gives you a ne...

Tune in to this week's episode to hear Marty Well's story about his military transition out of the Army, his advice to service members preparing to transition out, his journey through retirement after 27 years of service, and how we can all better understand our values and purpose to align ourselves in the next chapter of our lives. Every week the Post Military Podcast gives you a new vete...

Tune in to this week's episode to hear Dennis Volpe's story about his military transition out of the Navy, his advice to service members preparing to transition out, his journey into Leadership Consulting, and how we can all better understand our values and purpose to align ourselves in the next chapter of our lives. Every week the Post Military Podcast gives you a new veteran story about...

Tune in to this week's episode to hear David Nordel's story about his military transition out of the Air Force, his advice to service members preparing to transition out, his journey into creating Max Fab Consulting, and how we can all better understand our values and purpose to align ourselves in the next chapter of our lives. Every week the Post Military Podcast gives you a new veteran s...

Tune in to this week's episode to hear Kristy Nilsson's story about his military transition out of the Navy, his advice to service members preparing to transition out, his journey into working at PreVeteran, and how we can all better understand our values and purpose to align ourselves in the next chapter of our lives. Every week the Post Military Podcast gives you a new veteran story abou...

Tune in to this week's episode to hear Kristy Nilsson's story about her military transition out of the Navy, her advice to service members preparing to transition out, her journey into podcasting, book writing, and leadership consulting, and how we can all better understand our values and purpose to align ourselves in the next chapter of our lives. Every week the Post Military Podcast give...

Tune in to this week's episode to hear TR Hacke's story about his military transition out of the Army, his advice to service members preparing to transition out, his battle with PTSD and integrating into civilian life, and how we can all better understand our values and purpose to align ourselves in the next chapter of our lives. Every week the Post Military Podcast gives you a new veteran...

Tune in to this week's episode to hear Tyler Schmokers' story about his military transition out of the Army, his advice to service members preparing to transition out, his journey from combat engineering to corporate security, and how we can all better understand our values and purpose to align ourselves in the next chapter of our lives. Every week the Post Military Podcast gives you a new...

Tune in to this week's episode to hear Amber Kulesza's story about his military transition out of the Air Force, her advice to service members preparing to transition out, her journey of recovery through the pandemic, and how we can all better understand our values and purpose to align ourselves in the next chapter of our lives. Every week the Post Military Podcast gives you a new veteran...