VET S.O.S. Presents The Scoop

Description: Jeffrey Panik joins the VET S.O.S. Network to dive into financial literacy and share insights on managing money, debt, and long-term financial decision-making during major life transitions. In this episode, we explore: • Building a strong financial foundation through budgeting • Understanding credit scores, debt, and student loans • Avoiding common money traps that derail long-term su...

Derek Adametz joins the VET S.O.S. Network on The Scoop to dive into leadership, resilience, and navigating life-altering transition. A retired Naval Aviator, cancer survivor, and author of Unbreakable Wings , Derek shares hard-earned lessons from the cockpit, the chemo chair, and beyond. In this episode, we explore: • Leadership through adversity and uncertainty • The mental and emotional battle...

Episode Description: Michael Pack joins the VET S.O.S. Network to discuss the making of The Last 600 Meters and share powerful insight into the Iraq War’s most significant urban battles — Fallujah and Najaf — and the veterans who lived them. He breaks down the emotional, tactical, and historical realities of the 2004 battles and explains why capturing these stories matters now more than ever. In t...

Susan L. Combs joins the VET S.O.S. Network to dive into the power of mentorship, the legacy behind Pancakes for Roger , and how every one of us can learn to “slay our dragons” by mastering the pillars of self, love, family, and career. She breaks down the emotional journey of caregiving, the truth about imposter syndrome, and how purpose transforms adversity into impact. In this episode, we explo...

On this episode of The Scoop from the VET S.O.S. Network , host Kings connects with Gene Moran , retired Navy Captain and author of Make Your Move: Charting Your Post-Military Career . Gene shares essential strategies for navigating transition with clarity, confidence, and purpose. Gene discusses: How military perspectives can both empower and limit you Why mapping your career path matters more th...

On this episode of The Scoop from the VET S.O.S. Network , host Kingsley “Kings” Scott dives deep with Chris Marvin , a combat-wounded U.S. Army Black Hawk pilot and Veteran Engagement Lead at Everytown for Gun Safety . Chris discusses how veterans bring a unique and essential perspective to the national gun safety conversation. Through his leadership in the Train Smart Gun Safety Program , he’s r...

🎙️ The Scoop — VET S.O.S. Network Resilience Under Fire: Sgt. Maj. (Ret.) Bart Womack on Betrayal, Leadership, and Healing Sergeant Major (Ret.) Bart Womack joins the VET S.O.S. Network on The Scoop to share the untold story behind one of the most shocking insider attacks in U.S. military history. His book, Embedded Enemy: The Insider Threat , reveals what happens when the battlefield turns inward...

In this powerful episode of The Scoop , part of the VET S.O.S. Network , Kings reconnects with mentor, veteran, author, and leadership expert Todd Simmons — a man whose story has inspired thousands. Todd opens up about his upbringing, early adversity, surviving failure, navigating mental health battles, and discovering his purpose through service. His bestselling book Why Not Me? Born to Fail, Des...

In this episode of VET S.O.S. Presents The Scoop , host Kingsley Scott interviews Lee Pepper , author of Never Outmatched , to explore how battlefield-tested leadership translates into winning business strategies. Lee shares how lessons from the Army—from decision-making under pressure to leveraging limited resources—can transform modern marketing and corporate culture. He breaks down principles l...

In this episode of The Scoop from the VET S.O.S. Network , host Kingsley Scott dives into a soul-stirring conversation with Jenna Griffith , author of Service and Soul: A Journey to Purpose for Military and First Responder Wives . Jenna’s story shines a light on the silent strength of spouses who stand in the shadows of service — balancing parenting, PCS moves, and personal sacrifice while redisco...

In this inspiring episode of The Scoop , part of the VET S.O.S. Network , host Kingsley “Kings” reconnects with Dr. Leenette Joseph , author of Broken Ranks and founder of RLK Team Solutions. Together, they unpack powerful lessons from her book about emotional intelligence, mentorship, and healing within leadership. Dr. Joseph explains how toxic environments form—and how self-reflection and open c...

In this heartfelt episode of The Scoop , part of the VET S.O.S. Network , host Kingsley Scott sits down with Anthony Dyer , a U.S. Air Force veteran, gunship aviator, and author of Moonchild. Anthony shares his deeply personal story of service, survival, and rediscovery. From the chaos of Afghanistan to the struggle of identity after leaving the military, Moonchild reveals the emotional journey of...

In this powerful episode of The Scoop from the VET S.O.S. Network , host Kingsley “Kings” Scott sits down with two remarkable women veterans who are breaking barriers through storytelling and service. 🎥 Paige , an Army veteran turned filmmaker, discusses her transition from the White House Communications Agency to the American Film Institute , where she created Guide On , a short film inspired by...

This episode of The Scoop from the VET S.O.S. Network dives deep into what authentic leadership looks like in both military and civilian life. Host Kingsley Scott welcomes Bill Sprayberry and David McDowell , co-authors of Be a Better Leader: A Situational Guide , for an inspiring conversation on discipline, communication, humility, and self-leadership. With over seven decades of combined experien...

Smoke ’Em If You Got ’Em isn’t just a title—it’s a truth bomb. Veteran/author Jon Flatt joins Kingsley Scott for a raw talk about Afghanistan, the imprint of training that follows you home, and why recovery begins with truth before forgiveness . From hyper-vigilance and the “no off switch” to moving his family to Ireland for a healthier pace, Jon lays out the messy, human work of becoming himself...

This episode of The Scoop goes deep into a journey most people never hear. Tom LaGrave , a former Navy SEAL Team One hospital corpsman , opens up about his battle with addiction, the pain of losing his trident, and the long road to recovery that gave him a new mission—mentoring the next generation. From volunteering at an adolescent recovery center to leading a Boys & Girls Club of 440 youth,...

In this episode of VET S.O.S. The Scoop , James I. Bond, author of Brain Glue , reveals the secret psychology behind brand names that stick—and sell. From Hot Pockets to GoDaddy to In-N-Out Burger , discover how rhyme, alliteration, and emotional triggers can transform an ordinary idea into a market sensation. James breaks down 14 powerful brain triggers, showing how veterans and entrepreneurs can...

Host Kingsley Scott welcomes decorated British Army veteran, author, and business strategist Jay Allen to The Scoop for an inspiring conversation on leadership, resilience, and post-service success. Jay reveals how his experiences from the battlefield shaped his career in the boardroom, drawing from his acclaimed book Battlefield to Boardroom: A Tactical Field Guide . From navigating medical chall...

In this episode of The Scoop , Kingsley Scott interviews Dr. Robert Terrill and Dr. Eddie Arambula , co-editors of Veteran Stories of Transition and Transformation . This remarkable book features 25 authentic veteran journeys, told in their own words, reflecting resilience, growth, and the life-changing impact of education. Discover how USC’s Master of Business for Veterans (MBV) program became th...

In this inspiring episode of The Scoop from the VET S.O.S. Podcast Network, Kingsley welcomes Shannon Huffman Polson , one of the first women to fly the U.S. Army’s Apache helicopter and the founder of The Grit Institute . Shannon shares how her groundbreaking military career shaped her bestselling book The Grit Factor and her Grit Triad leadership model: Commit, Learn, and Launch. Through persona...

In this episode of VET S.O.S. Presents The Scoop , Kingsley Scott welcomes Bob Sager , founder of Spearpoint Solutions and author of 101 Freaking Brilliant Business Ideas and More Freaking Brilliant Ideas . Bob reveals how veterans and leaders can leverage scientific creative thinking methods to succeed in business and life after service. From building a lasting legacy to applying the “Power of Th...

In this heartfelt and humorous episode of The Scoop , Kings sits down with Navy veteran and leadership coach David Kiwimagi , also known as “Kiwi.” Together, they explore what it really takes to succeed after the military—from saving a marriage on the rocks to launching a thriving coaching business. David dives into: How to turn unspoken expectations into real agreements Why controlling your contr...

This episode dives deep into post-transition career success with Army veteran and author Bill Kieffer , who returns to discuss his latest book focused on what to do after you land the job . With decades of experience in HR and talent management, Bill reveals practical strategies veterans can use to thrive in the civilian workforce using his Landing → Integrating → Thriving model. 🎙️ In this episod...

What if the next chapter of your military transition wasn’t about struggle—but breakthrough? In this episode of VET S.O.S. “The Scoop,” host Kings welcomes Matt Zemon , a leading voice in the growing field of psychedelic therapy for veterans . Matt shares the insights behind his groundbreaking book The Veterans Guide to Psychedelics and reveals why more and more veterans are turning to psychedelic...

After decades of service, what comes next? For many veterans, the answer lies in rediscovering who they are without the uniform—and reclaiming their mission in life. In this powerful episode of The Scoop , part of the VET S.O.S. Podcast series, host Kings speaks with Steven Eugene Kuhn , a Bronze Star recipient turned business strategist, international advisor, and co-author of Unleash Your Humble...