The Strategic Veteran

Christian counseling, Air Force transition, spiritual growth, and veteran mental health are at the core of this powerful interview with former Air Force officer Lauren Fraser. With 8.5 years of military service, Lauren shares her harrowing journey through trauma, healing, and transformation into a purpose-driven Christian counselor and coach. 🎙️ In this episode, host Adam reconnects with Lauren Fr...

Ever wondered how to transition out of corporate or military life and build a profitable e-commerce business? In this powerful interview, Adam Peters connects with Neil Twa, CEO and co-founder of Voltage Holdings, who reveals how he went from corporate tech jobs to running 8-figure Amazon FBA brands. Neil dives into how physical product businesses scale, how AI is reshaping Amazon, and why now is...

Cybersecurity after military service: Air Force veteran-turned-tech-entrepreneur Matthew Burch shares his journey from drone operations to founding Loggerhead Dynamics. In this inspiring episode, we delve into the concept of ruthless adaptability, the process of transitioning identities, and why mastering reinvention is crucial for veterans. 🎖️🇺🇸 Guest Introduction: Matthew Burch served 23+ years...

Army veteran turned CEO, wildlife removal expert, and 2024 Veteranpreneur of the Year Brian Moss shares powerful military transition advice, entrepreneurship insights, and franchise success tips. 🎙️ In this compelling episode of the Strategic Veteran, host Adam Peters sits down with 🎖️🇺🇸 Brian Moss, a retired First Sergeant with 22+ years of U.S. Army service, Cavalry Scout (19D), and now Presiden...

Veteran transition, Air Force leadership, mental health, entrepreneurship, and personal growth take center stage in this powerful episode featuring retired Chief Master Sergeant Mary Polanco 🇺🇸🎖️. After 23 years in the U.S. Air Force, Mary discusses the challenges of identity, purpose, and rebuilding life post-service. Hear how her struggles with depression led to a mission of helping others throu...

🎯 Transitioning from the military to civilian life? In this powerful episode, we explore veteran transition challenges, Navy officer career paths, and career success after service through the firsthand story of Natalie Schiebel — former Navy Environmental Health Officer and now VP of Market Strategy Communication at Ateon. 🇺🇸🎖️ 0:00 - Introduction to Natalie Schiebel 3:10 - Childhood, swimming, a...

Mentorship for veterans, identity after military life, and navigating transition are core topics in this profound and inspiring episode featuring Dr. Deborah Heiser. Discover how mentorship—particularly lateral mentorship—can transform the way veterans re-enter civilian life, reclaim identity, and build new purpose. 🎙️ In this robust conversation, host Adam Peters dives deep into the emotional and...

From Marine combat training to corporate leadership at Microsoft, Chad Cooper shares resilience tools, transition advice, and the mindset behind living a legendary life. In this inspiring episode of The Strategic Veteran Podcast, former Marine 🎖️🇺🇸 Chad Cooper joins us to share his compelling story of mental toughness, navigating military-to-civilian life, early corporate retirement, and building...

Military transition, trauma recovery, and healing after service — former Air Force 🎖️🇺🇸 Force Support Officer Lauren Frazier shares her courageous story, from surviving MST to becoming a therapist. This powerful episode explores the psychological cost of service, the failures of the military justice system, and how Lauren rebuilt her identity after being forced out of the Air Force. She now helps...

Veteran career transition tips, Air Force leadership experience, executive hiring secrets, and mastering the civilian job market—all from Steve Sapko, former USAF enlisted member turned executive coach. In this episode, we dive into how to optimize your post-service journey, avoid the traps of lowball job offers, and unlock real career success. 🎖️🇺🇸 Guest Introduction: Steve Sapko served as a Cont...

Veteran podcast stories, Army officer insights, and military to civilian transition: Hear from Tracer Burnout hosts Roger Vogel 🇺🇸🎖️ (Lt. Colonel, Civil Affairs) and Dan Baker 🇺🇸🎖️ (Staff Sergeant, Infantry) as they unpack career milestones, lifelong friendship, and how their transition out of the Army led to the creation of a podcast helping fellow veterans find connection and purpose. 🎙️ In this...

Vietnam War storytelling, veteran resilience, and military history converge in this powerful episode featuring acclaimed author, historian, and sculptor Doyle Glass. While not a veteran himself, Doyle has spent years preserving the legacy of U.S. Marines through monument design and combat storytelling, especially from the Vietnam War era. This episode dives into his latest book, "The Swift Sword:...

🎖️🇺🇸Former Navy flight officer Dave Rosenberg shares how his leadership skills evolved from the cockpit to C-suite influence in this inspiring Strategic Veteran podcast episode. 🎙️ In this episode, host Adam Peters sits down with Dave Rosenberg — author, dynamic speaker, and former Navy Naval Flight Officer — to discuss everything from flying a surprise mission in Operation Desert Shield to leadin...

Resilience, sleep mastery, and veteran transformation: 🇦🇺🎖️Former Australian Special Forces Commando Tim Thomas shares his journey from Afghanistan combat to global wellness work. This episode is packed with actionable breathwork lessons, combat insight, and strategies for overcoming PTSD and veteran isolation. 🎙️ In this powerful episode of The Strategic Veteran Podcast, host Adam Peters is joine...

Combat trauma recovery, military to civilian transition, and PTSD vs moral injury take center stage in this episode featuring Army veteran Eric Donahoe 🎖️🇺🇸, a former scout in a sniper platoon, Purple Heart recipient, and author of "Canyon of Hope." Eric shares his raw journey through enlistment at 26, four deployments, including dangerous missions during Operation Iraqi Freedom, surviving multipl...

💰 Financial security starts with the right mindset! In this episode, 🎖️🇺🇸 Army veteran Brandon Lovinger (The Enlisted Money Guy) shares his journey from financial missteps to building wealth and guiding service members toward financial freedom. If you're active duty, transitioning, or a veteran looking to take control of your finances, this episode is packed with insights! Brandon served 19 years...

Veteran entrepreneurship, military leadership, and adaptive innovation! 🇺🇸🎖️ In this episode, Douglas Katz, a West Point graduate and former Army captain, shares his journey from military service to building Nulu Knives, a company revolutionizing adaptive tools. Douglas discusses his military experience, lessons in resilience, and how entrepreneurship has been his path to purpose. If you’re a vete...

Discover how bioidentical Hormone Optimization can transform Veteran Health and First Responder Health in this in-depth podcast episode featuring nurse practitioner Alexis Benjamin. Learn why HRT (Hormone Replacement Therapy) is often the missing link for mental clarity, emotional balance, and physical wellness—especially when traditional healthcare options, such as the VA, may fall short. Alexis...

Discover how military values can transform careers and leadership styles in this eye-opening conversation with Dr. Tom Collins—pediatric cardiologist, military veteran, and founder of Four Star Leaders. Throughout this episode, Dr. Collins shares the four stars of leadership (character, competence, caring, and communication) and provides science-backed leadership strategies drawn from interviews w...

Join The Strategic Veteran live as host Adam Peters welcomes Trevor Greenberg, a former Army SSG and MBA grad. His transition began unexpectedly with an $ 8/hour job but led to a decade of project management success, patents, and introducing innovative technology to the US. Now navigating a new career shift, Trevor shares raw insights on overcoming setbacks, translating military skills, the power...

Discover how Veteran Transition can be more than just a life phase—it can be a journey toward Brain Fitness and true Personal Growth. In this powerful episode, Arnold Beeks takes us through his remarkable path from growing up in a military household to serving in the Dutch military, then pivoting into psychology and ultimately becoming a Brain Fitness trainer. Along the way, he reveals how Resilie...

Ready to discover how a military mindset can fuel a successful post-military career? In this episode of the Strategic Veteran Podcast, Ben Vernon—an Air Force Veteran who pivoted from nuclear missile security to launching his own Dog Training business—shares his inspiring journey. Learn about his humble beginnings in Security Forces, his unexpected path toward the Secret Service, and how a failed...

Ready to discover how a Marine Corps veteran turned a single duplex into over 100 real estate units and helped thousands of service members achieve financial freedom? In this episode, David Puri takes us on his journey “From Military to Millionaire,” revealing the mindset, strategies, and resources every veteran can use to overcome identity loss, leverage VA loans, and build passive income. As Dav...

Discover how Marine Corps Veteran Benjamin Parmley overcame the challenges of military retirement and found renewed purpose in civilian life. In this deeply personal episode, Benjamin shares his 22-year journey, including a 2009 deployment to Iraq, his experience as a Drill Instructor (2013–2016), and the reality of transitioning from the military. He reveals how “You have to manufacture purpose”...

Ready for an inside look at how a Green Beret entrepreneur thrives after military service? Join us in this episode of the Strategic Veteran Podcast featuring Otis McGregor, a retired Special Forces officer who shares his journey from the Army National Guard to leading purpose-driven teams. Discover how to navigate Veteran Transition effectively, develop resilience, and uncover new opportunities in...