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The American Veterans Podcast, or AVP, is a podcast presented by AMVETS, our nation's most inclusive congressionally-chartered veteran service organization.
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Nov 16, 2022
Robert Wilkins
Rob Wilkins is a retired US Air Force Master Sergeant and member of the President's Council on Sports, Fitness & Nutrition (PCSFN). He works as the Military Evangelist at Sightline Media Group, the leading news organization covering military, defense, public sector, federal technology, C4ISR and cyber defense as well as the Senior Military Editor of Muscle & Fitness. On this episode of the American Veterans Podcast, we discuss National Military Fitness & Wellness Month, the decline in military recruitment numbers, and what we can collectively do to curb our nation's leading cause of health complications and death: obesity.
🔗 health.gov
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Oct 5, 2022
Robert King, King Law
On this episode of the American Veterans Podcast, we discuss VA implementation of the PACT Act, the recently-released VA 2020 Veteran Suicide Report, and Rolling to Remember. We also speak with attorney Robert King, who has been tracking Camp Lejeune water contamination and it's plague on veterans and their families.
King Law's Camp Lejeune efforts: https://www.robertkinglawfirm.com/camp-lejeune-water-contamination-lawsuit/
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Aug 9, 2022
Col. Peter Crean, Vice President of Education & Access, National WWII Museum
On this American Veterans Podcast, we speak with the Vice President of Education & Access for the National World War II Museum Colonel (Army Retired) Peter Crean on the many museum features, his time in the service, at the Army War College in Carlisle, PA, and the personal connections he's made with those who
have visited the museum.
More on the National WWII Museum:
https://www.nationalww2museum.org/
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May 18, 2022
Jan Scruggs, Vietnam Memorial Wall Creator & Vietnam War Veteran
On this American Veterans Podcast, we speak with Vietnam Veterans Memorial Foundation Founder, Vietnam War Veteran, and Purple Heart and 3x Army Commendation Medal recipient Jan Scruggs on the creation of the Vietnam Veterans Memorial Wall, his time during and post his Vietnam tours, Post Traumatic Stress Disorder, and his currents efforts with the Gulf War Memorial.
More on the Vietnam Memorial Wall:
https://www.vvmf.org/
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May 4, 2022
Bonnie Carroll, President & Founder, TAPS
On this American Veterans Podcast, we speak with Bonnie Carroll, President and Founder of TAPS. TAPS provides compassionate care to all those grieving the death of a military loved one, and since 1994, has provided comfort and hope 24/7 through a national peer support network and connection to grief resources, all at no cost to surviving families and loved ones.
TAPS' Ukraine aid efforts: https://www.taps.org/international/ukraine
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Mar 23, 2022
Chef Andre Rush
On this American Veteran Podcast, we have AMVETS National Commander Greg Heun and National Executive Director Joe Chenelly to talk about the Commander's year thus far, Rolling to Remember, and more. We end the show with an interview from Chef Andre Rush, where we talk about his incredible accomplishments, his book, Call Me Chef, Dammit!, and his newest endeavor: his line of nutritious meals, Chow.
Where to find Chow: chowmeals.com
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Feb 24, 2022
AMVETS National Third Vice Commander Paul Shipley
On this American Veteran Podcast, we speak with AMVETS National Third Vice Commander and Army Veteran Paul Shipley before AMVETS' Legislative Advocacy Week.
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Feb 9, 2022
Sgt. Maj. Michael Saucedo, Senior Enlisted Advisor, DeCA
Sgt. Maj. Saucedo took over as senior enlisted advisor for the Defense Commissary Agency (DeCA) in September of 2020. At DeCA, he is responsible for advising the DeCA director on all service members’ needs related to the commissary benefit and serving as the agency liaison with the senior enlisted chiefs of the armed services.
On this American Veterans Podcast, Sgt. Maj. discusses with us a 2020 congressionally-mandated commissary benefit all vets should take advantage of(https://download.militaryonesource.mil/12038/MOS/Factsheets/expanding-access-fact-sheet.pdf), what typical day for the senior enlisted advisor looks like, and much more (1:50 - 31:03).
We also discuss Rolling to Remember (rollingtoremember.com) and the media embeding request denial by the Pentagon for reports looking to cover growing tension in Ukraine with AMVETS National Exec. Dir. Joe Chenelly
Defense Commissary Agency links:
www.commissaries.com
www.facebook.com/YourCommissary
www.twitter.com/YourCommissary
www.pinterest.com/YourCommissary
www.youtube.com/DefenseCommissary
www.flickr.com/commissary
Commissary Connection: www.commissaries.com/subscribe.cfm
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Oct 26, 2021
Canna Chat -- Dr. Stephen Dahmer
Welcome to Canna Chat, a way for us to keep the cannabis discussion rolling as an impactful resource when we talk about veterans' healthcare.
In this episode, AMVETS Chief Medical Executive Cherissa Jackson speaks with Vireo Health's Dr. Stephen Dahmer on the positive effects #cannabis can have on cancer patients and the importance of its acceptance into the healthcare industry.
AMVETS HEAL Program: amvetshealprogram.org
Vireo Health: vireohealth.com/research
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Oct 22, 2021
The Vet Show: Commander Heun and Sara McIntyre-Pierce
The Vet Show: Commander Heun and Sara McIntyre-Pierce by AMVETS
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Sep 29, 2021
Canna Chat -- Dr. Paloma Lehfeldt
Welcome to Canna Chat, a way for us to keep the cannabis discussion rolling as an impactful resource when we talk about veterans' healthcare. This week, AMVETS Chief Medical Executive Cherissa Jackson speaks with Vireo Health's Director of Medical Education Dr. Paloma Lehfeldt on the benefits of cannabis and the importance on it's acceptance into the healthcare industry.
AMVETS HEAL Program: amvetshealprogram.org
Vireo Health: vireohealth.com/research
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Aug 3, 2021
Burn Pits Legislation, National Guard Reimbursement, & The Afghanistan Exit
On this American Veterans Podcast, we discuss burn pit legislation currently on the table (00:40 - 8:00), U.S. troops making a full exit from Afghanistan (8:15 - 13:02), and the importance of quickly reimbursing our nearly-depleted National Guard and the long-term effects of this time-strenuous mission (13:04 - 18:30).
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May 21, 2021
Rolling To Remember 2021 Preview
On this American Veterans Podcast we discuss Rolling To Remember, from preparations to the route and more.
For more: rollingtoremember.com
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Apr 9, 2021
AMVETS Juniors President Abigial Lewis
On this American Veterans Podcast, we discuss the continuation of the Joined Forces initiative, COVID Community Corps, and host AMVETS National Junior President Abigial Lewis.
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Mar 25, 2021
AMVETS Past National Commander JP Brown
On this AVP, we talk with AMVETS Past National Commander JP Brown about Commander Jan Brown's testimony last week, AMVETS' upcoming National Convention and Rolling to Remember, leading a nationally-recognized veteran service organization, & more.
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Mar 4, 2021
AVP - Vaccines & Legislative Priorities
On this episode of the American Veterans Podcast, we dive further into mass COVID-19 vaccination and how it pertains to veterans and caregivers. We also discuss the upcoming full VA Committee and dive into our legislative priorities for the 117th Congress.
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Feb 12, 2021
AVP - The First Meeting of The 117th Congress House VA Committee
On this AVP we discuss the confirmation of former White House Chief of Staff Denis McDonough to VA Secretary (0:00-8:20), the House VA Committee's first meeting of the 117th Congress (8:20-16:40) and the White House's decision to halt veteran debt collection (20:48-22:55)
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Jan 28, 2021
Denis McDonough's Confirmation Hearing
On this AVP, we discuss the Senate confirmation hearing VA Secretary nominee Denis McDonough, current and incoming VA leadership, and community care.
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Jan 7, 2021
Capitol Building Mob Reaction & AMVETS' 2020 Recap
On this AVP we react to rioters descending on our nation's Capitol Building, some of the organization's 2020 highlights, and what's in store for 2021.
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Nov 20, 2020
AVP - Transition Teams, Vaccines, & James Byrne's Allegations
On this AVP, we discuss a recent meeting between AMVETS and the Biden/Harris VA transition team, developments from VA officials regarding vaccine implementation (6:52), and new details provided by former VA Deputy Secretary James Byrne regarding resurfaced VA sexual assault and mishandling allegations (22:32)
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Nov 4, 2020
AVP - Election Night & Mental Health Executive Orders
On this AVP we discuss the veterans elected into office or re-claimed their seat.. and the fact that the number of veterans in office is decreasing. We also discuss allegations regarding a 2018 mental health Executive Order and why it concerns us for PREVENTS as well as the missing 2018 Annual VA Suicide Report and why the proposed answer for why it hasn't been released makes no sense.
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Oct 15, 2020
AVP - Presidential Candidate Veterans Forum & Commander Paul Shipley
On this AVP, we talk about a presidential candidate veteran-focused forum conducted by 12 veteran organizations and hosted by Military Times. We also discuss allegations made against VA Secretary Robert Wilkie and speak with AMVETS Department of Pennsylvania Commander Paul Shipley about a veteran mental healthcare roundtable he attended hosted by Second Lady Karen Pence.
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Sep 30, 2020
AVP - Bunmi Moses, AMVETS' Programs Director, Air Force Veteran
On this AVP we discuss the first 2020 Presidential Debate and what it means to the veteran community, as well as an upcoming veteran town hall between VSOs and the candidates. We also talk about a recent VA GAO report regarding wait times under the Mission Act and speak with Bunmi Moses, AMVETS' recently-promoted Programs Director.
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Sep 16, 2020
Who's At The Table? - Season 1 Reunion
Who's At The Table? - Season 1 Reunion by AMVETS
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Sep 10, 2020
Who's At The Table? - Antonio Webb, Orthopedic Spine Sugeon & USAF Veteran
Dr. Antonio Webb is an Author, Motivational Speaker, and fellowship trained Spine Surgeon located in San Antonio, Texas.
After spending eight years in the US Air Force as a medic/LVN including a deployment north of Baghdad, Iraq in 2005, Dr Webb began his eleven-year journey of becoming an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon. After separating from the military in 2007, it would take Dr. Webb three years of applying to medical school before he received an acceptance. Each year, rejection letter after rejection letter came in, causing him to resort back to the drawing board each year. Dr. Webb went on to complete medical school at Georgetown University followed by a rigorous 5-year Orthopedic Surgery residency at UT San Antonio where he completed more than 2,000 surgeries. He then completed a combined Neurosurgery and Orthopedic Spine Surgery Fellowship at the Texas Back Institute in Plano, Texas. Dr. Webb’s medical training also afforded him the opportunity to operate and do surgery in Liberia,…
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Sep 2, 2020
Who's At The Table? - Jeremy Williams, OIF Marine Veteran
Jeremy R. Williams is a retired United States Marine and decorated combat veteran of three tours in Operation Iraqi Freedom. Jeremy’s twenty-year career includes military and public service, private sector professions, and a successful small business. While at Student Veterans of America, Jeremy built statewide networks that support veterans transitioning into higher education. During his time as the Director of Houston Veterans Behavioral Healthcare Initiative, Jeremy built collaborative relationships to finance the prevention of veteran suicides and the reduction of veteran homelessness. In 2007, while working towards a Bachelor of Arts degree in political science, Jeremy was named a National Military Scholar by the Horatio Alger Association of Distinguished Americans. In 2017, Jeremy graduated as a Merit Scholar with a Master’s in Public Service and Administration from the George H.W. Bush School of Government and Public Service at Texas A&M University. Currently, Jeremy is the…
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Aug 27, 2020
Who's at the Table?: Cedric King, Army veteran & combat-wounded double amputee
Master Sergeant Cedric King entered the United States Army in 1995. During his 20 year career, Master Sergeant King proved himself to be an exemplary soldier graduating from several distinguishing schools in the Army, including but not limited to: the United States Army Jumpmaster Course, United States Army Pathfinder course, Air Assault course, and The United States Army Ranger Course. He is the recipient of the Bronze Star, the Purple Heart, the Meritorious Service Medal and the Legion of Merit.
On July 25, 2012 during his second tour in Afghanistan, Cedric was severely injured by an Improvised Explosive Device. The explosion caused internal injuries, permanent damage to his right arm and hand and the amputation of both of his legs. Cedric now refers to that moment as his finest hour.
While recovering from his injuries Cedric found time to complete his bachelors degree and begin to cultivate his speaking voice. Since becoming an amputee, Cedric has shared his story of perseverance…
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Aug 20, 2020
The USPS/VA Mailing Situation w/ Sherman Gillums & 'Who's At The Table?' w/ Cherissa Jackson
On this AVP we discuss recent CDC findings with AMVETS' National Executive Director Joe Chenelly. We also talk about the USPS/VA medications situation unfolding with AMVETS' Chief Advocacy Officer Sherman Gillums Jr, and the wrapping of 'Who's at the Table?' season one and the upcoming second season with the host and AMVETS' Chief Medical Executive Cherissa Jackson.
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Aug 19, 2020
Who's at the Table?: Jillian Bullock, Producer & Army Reservist
Jillian Bullock is the CEO/President of Jillian Bullock Enterprises, LLC, an entertainment and film production company based in Pennsylvania. While Jillian attended college, she worked as a reporter for “The Wall Street Journal” newspaper. After graduation with a degree in Communications from La Salle University, Jillian got her start in filmmaking as an intern on Spike Lee’s movie “Malcolm X.” From there, she has worked on her own, and other people’s movies as an actor, writer, producer, director, and fight choreographer. Jillian got that last title due to her extensive background in boxing and martial arts.
Jillian took off from filmmaking for a number of years in order to focus on writing her memoir, “HERE I STAND,” which was published in 2012. The story tells of Jillian’s upbringing with her African-American mother and her white stepfather, who was a member of the Philadelphia Italian Mafia. Jillian’s life story is in development as a feature film.
Jillian wro…
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Aug 12, 2020
Who's at the Table? - Lakeydra Houston, USAF OIF Veteran
Lakeydra Houston is a US Air Force member who served in Operation Iraqi Freedom and the Chief Executive Officer of KEY Fit, Knowledge, Empowerment and You-nity, which mentors groups on fitness, wellness and suicide awareness to increase life productivity.
She earned her Associates degree in Criminal Justice, Human Resources and currently pursuing her Bachelor’s degree in Leadership from Trident International University. She is a certified resiliency trainer with over 7+ years of experience within domestic violence programs, youth empowerment organizations, sexual assault prevention and mental health.
Her community outreach includes working with high school students to provide educational tools, mentoring, and counseling. She is currently a member of Air Force Sergeants Association, Security Forces Association, Air Force Resiliency Team and Military Fresh Network to name a few. She is looking to make impact within the military community, bridge the gap of knowledge between our civil…
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Aug 6, 2020
Suicide Prevention Bills & Lisa Wilken
On this AVP, we talk about two suicide prevention bills supported by AMVETS that were recently marked up in Congress (S. 785 | S. 3235)and discuss the story of a disabled veteran who was robbed while on a bus traveling home and how AMVETS was able to help rectify the situation: https://sanduskyregister.com/news/268541/veteran-robbed-then-stranded/.
We also speak with AMVETS' National Women's Committee Chair Lisa Wilken about legislation and events happening in Indiana.
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Aug 5, 2020
Who's at the Table? - Denetra Hampton, former U.S. Naval Nurses Corps Officer
Denetra Hampton has built an educational empire that includes an Ed-tech Startup, Nursing Education and Study Center, Culture & Science Initiative, For Nurses By Nurses and a Digital Magazine. Denetra's work is focused on the development of future nurse leaders through a template of diversity, cultural competence, and nursing science.
She is a 22-year Navy Veteran, and a former United States Naval Nurse Corps Officer. Her professional background consists of a Bachelors of Science in Nursing, and a Masters in Health Services Administration.
An global strategist, Denetra has committed her work to the development of a forward-thinking, diverse and business-minded nurse leader. Having studied diversity abroad, Denetra attended a mission trip to Chile and Argentina that allowed her to participate in group think tanks with diverse nursing and medical executives as well as speak on panels to nursing students at the Universidad Finis Terrae and Hospital San Jose, in Santiago Chile.
A Produc…
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Jul 30, 2020
Who's at the Table? - Vanessa Mahan, Lt. Col, USAF
Vanessa “Siren” Mahan is a Lieutenant Colonel in the United States Air Force Reserve with 20+ years of military leadership experience and a combat veteran with over 100 combat missions in the F-15E Strike Eagle supporting Operation ENDURING FREEDOM.
As a Distinguished Graduate from AFROTC at Purdue University, she attended Joint Strike Navigator Training at Naval Air Station Pensacola, where a Military Sexual Trauma (MST) nearly destroyed her before her career could even takeoff.
But reaching her goal of protecting troops and civilians by flying in combat in a post 9/11 world, helped her overcome the MST and other obstacles. She is a champion of diversity and inclusion, on a mission to inspire people and businesses by sharing her story with conviction, humor, and sincerity.
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Jul 23, 2020
Who's at the Table? - Ja'nelle E. Lampkin
Retired Marine Corps Gunnery Sergeant Ja’nelle E. Lampkin joined the Marine Corps in January 2003. After graduating boot camp from Perris Island, South Carolina, she reported to her first duty station in Camp Pendleton, CA. In 2005 after having served a few years she gave birth to her daughter Gabrielle Mya and before being assigned to Okinawa, Japan.
Ja’nelle became a single mother early in her daughter’s life and dedicated her motherhood to teaching her daughter the value of understanding cultural differences, showing her what success could look like as a single black woman and creating an overwhelming environment full of love and compassion. Ja’nelle became the ultimate “soccer mom”. From coaching all Gabrielle’s sports, volunteering for position that was an influence on her daughter, being an active member on several community and school boards, Ja’nelle made an impactful breakthrough in her community. In 2010 she was assigned to 12th Marine Corps Recruiting Distri…
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Jul 15, 2020
WATT - Kim Bailey
On this 'Who's at the Table?', AMVETS Chief Medical Executive Cherissa Jackson hosts Kim Bailey, social worker, mental health advocate, and Army veteran.
Kim served her country for 4 years active duty as a combat medic overseas during the earlier stages of the Afghan and Iraqi wars. During this time, she helped support the mission by stabilizing and triaging the severely wounded who were airvac’d directly from the battle field, earning her two army achievement medals for saving lives.
A social worker and military mental health advocate, Kim has firsthand experience of Military Sexual Trauma, Mild TBI, suicidality, and the pressures of military culture that led her to Homelessness, struggles with PTSD, and even a period of Incarceration after transitioning out of the service. After hitting rock bottom, Kim began her healing journey through education and helping others. She finished her masters in social work, started her PhD, volunteers in the veterans treatment court, and runs a s…
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Jul 11, 2020
Vet Show: Jan Brown, National Commander, AMVETS 070520
AMVETS' Past National Commander John "JP" Brown holding a discussion with AMVETS' National Commander Jan Brown.
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Jul 2, 2020
AVP - PREVENTS & Independence Day
On this AVP, AMVETS National Executive Director Joe Chenelly and Chief Advocacy Officer Sherman Gillums Jr. give us the rundown on the PREVENTS Act and we touch on Independence Day coming up this weekend.
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Jun 11, 2020
AVP - Reopenings & VA PPE Shortages
On this AVP - We wrap up Memorial Day Weekend and Rolling To Remember, talk about state-wide reopenings and their impact on AMVETS, VA's potential PPE shortage if a second wave of COVID-19 hits, and read a letter from AMVETS National Executive Director Joe Chenelly.
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May 31, 2020
AVP - Rolling To Remember 2020
On this AVP, we bring you the Facebook live-streamed content from Rolling To Remember 2020.
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May 13, 2020
AVP - Convention Cancellations & Hazard Ground Podcast
On this AVP, we discuss the recent cancellation of AMVETS 76th annual national convention due to COVID-19 concerns. We also talk about Rolling To Remember and a recent interview AMVETS National Exec. Dir. Joe Chenelly conducted with the Hazard Ground podcast.
https://hazardground.com/episode/ep-167-joe-chenelly-marine-amvets/
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Apr 29, 2020
AVP - Missing Masks, Flyovers, & The VA Secretary
On this AVP, we discuss a recent call between Veteran Affairs Secretary Robert Wilkie and VSOs, miscommunication between FEMA and VA over 5 million medical masks, flyovers for first responders, and Rolling To Remember.
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Apr 16, 2020
AVP - Stimulus Checks & Haircut Regulations
On today's American Veterans Podcast, we discuss the conversation around service member haircut regulations and our concerns regarding non-tax-filing veterans and stimulus checks. We also include a soundbite regarding Rolling To Remember updates, which include the introduction of the Rolling To Remember Challenge.
Sign up for the challenge: https://a.rever.co/challenges/141
Rolling To Remember gear: https://www.oscarmike.org/pages/amvets
AMVETS daily COVID Updates: amvets.org/covid-update/
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Mar 17, 2020
AVP - AMVETS' Sherman Gillums Jr & Lisa Wilken
On this AVP, we hear from AMVETS' Chief Advocacy Officer Sherman Gillums Jr. regarding Coronavirus as well as an interview we conducted with Lisa Wilken, SMSGT Ret. and Chair of AMVETS' Womens Committee.
AMVETS Scholarships: https://amvets.org/scholarships/
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Mar 6, 2020
AVP - Coronavirus & The Clay Hunt Report
On this AVP, we discuss VA preparations for preventing the spread of coronavirus (COVID-19) and treating vets who contract the virus. We also discuss the VSO/VA Committee hearings from last month, as well as review another disappointing Clay Hunt SAV Act report.
AMVETS National Commander's Testimony: bit.ly/STH20CMDRBrown
AMVETS' Clay Hunt Report Reaction: bit.ly/CHSAR19VID
FULL 2019 Clay Hunt SAV Act Report: bit.ly/CHSAR2019PDF
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Feb 12, 2020
Agent Orange, EHR, & Noah Currier (Oscar Mike)
On this AVP, we talk about a recently-released joint letter from several VSOs to POTUS, asking for quick action on presumptive diseases and disorders possibly brought on by Agent Orange, as well as the delay in electronic healthcare record training. We end with an interview we did with Noah Currier, founder of Oscar Mike, where we discuss the company and their next project: hosting the 2020 wheelchair rugby championships (oscarmike.org).
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Jan 30, 2020
Suicide Prevention Bills On The Floor & Lowe's
On this AVP, we discuss several mental health/suicide prevention bills currently making their way through Congress. We also touch on the upcoming 'Storm The Hill' in March as well as wrap the episode with interviews we conducted with Lowe's Mike Mitchell (Senior Director of Trade Skills & Learning Innovation) and Mike Piper (Head of Military Recruitment), where we discuss how Lowe's gives back to our military through AMVETS.
AMVETS Generation T Scholarships: http://bit.ly/AV-GenT
Lowe’s AMVETS Technology Scholarships: http://bit.ly/AV-Tech
Veteranprenuer Business Grant: http://bit.ly/Veteranprenuer
Lowe's Home Improvement: lowes.com
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Jan 9, 2020
AVP - Wars Cost: The Price Of Conflict
On this AVP, we talk about the recent events unfolding in the Middle East and a factor that commonly is over-looked when we talk about war and conflict: what does life look like for our service members when they return home? We also discuss AMVETS' HEAL program, moves on the VA Committee, and a Rolling To Remember Tour taking place two weeks from now.
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Dec 10, 2019
AVP - The Saluting Marine
On this AVP, we talk with Tim Chambers, the Saluting Marine holding a salute for more than a decade for motorcyclist participating in Rolling Thunder. Tim is now an official spokesperson for AMVETS and will continue saluting participants of Rolling To Remember.
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Nov 21, 2019
AVP - AMVETS IMPROVE Act Testimony
On this AVP- we discuss (and play a soundbite from) AMVETS' Chief Advocacy Officer Sherman Gillums Jr.'s testimony before the House VA Committee regarding HR 3495, the IMPROVE Act, which is supported by AMVETS.
We also talk about the Rolling To Remember logo unveiling that took place Veterans Day.
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Nov 8, 2019
AVP - The POW:MIA Flag Act Signed Into Law
On this AVP, we discuss the POW/MIA Flag Act, which was signed into law Thursday by POTUS.
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Oct 30, 2019
AVP - The Walk-Out
On this AVP, we discuss the walk-out committed by several members on the republican side of the House VA Committee during the 10/29/19 hearing, why it happened, and what it means for the history of this historically bipartisan organization. We also talk about legislation that was tabled during the hearing, the IMPROVE Act, as well as Commander Brown's latest Op Ed:(https://connectingvets.radio.com/articles/opinion/amvets-national-commander-calls-out-congress?fbclid=IwAR2UIWd0FPFw4C_BqKhqEnfbzn4x52Jj2k-NrhRetl3-gxjU0FUP6bekEog).
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Oct 10, 2019
AVP - West Virginia Murder Mystery
On this week's AVP, we discuss the OIG investigation into 3 homicides and 9 suspicious deaths linked to improper insulin injections performed by a VA employee at the Clarksburg VAMC.
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Sep 23, 2019
AVP - Recaping AMVETS' "Rolling To Remember" Demonstration Ride Press Conference
On today's AVP, we summarize our press conference held last week, where we announced we will continue the tradition created through 32 years of an annual protest ride held in D.C. through our upcoming Memorial Day weekend Demonstration Ride, Rolling To Remember (R2R for short). We talk about logistics for the ride, events for the weekend, our ride logo contest, as well as wrap the podcast up with some soundbites from the press conference.
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Sep 5, 2019
AVP - Jan Brown, AMVETS National Commander
AVP - Jan Brown, AMVETS National Commander by AMVETS
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Aug 28, 2019
AVP - Isakson Resigns, Post - Convention Talk
AVP - Isakson Resigns, Post - Convention Talk by AMVETS
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Aug 12, 2019
President Trump To Attend AMVETS' 75th National Convention
On today's AVP, we discuss breaking news: President Donald Trump will deliver the keynote address at AMVETS' 75th Annual National Convention. More info:http://bit.ly/2Tp5Mwk
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Aug 4, 2019
AVP - Memorial Day 2020 D.C. Ride (Continue The Tradition)
On today's AVP, AMVETS' National Executive Director Joe Chenelly discusses news that broke late last week: AMVETS will be hosting a POW/MIA demonstration ride in Memorial Day weekend, 2020, in D.C.
The ride is meant to continue to raise awareness and serve as an observance for the more than 80,000 still missing in action and prisoners of war. Learn more: http://bit.ly/ContinueTheTradition
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Aug 1, 2019
AMVETS' 75th Annual National Convention
On today's AVP, we discuss our upcoming National Convention, taking place in Louisville, KY. We delve into what Conventions are for, what business is conducted during them, and potential surprises to come from this year's. https://amvets.org/amvets-national-convention/
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Jul 17, 2019
The Blue Water Navy Veterans Claims Halt
On today's AVP, we talk about the stop on Blue Water Navy Vietnam Veterans' claims being processed until January 2020.
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Jul 9, 2019
MISSION Acts & War Tax
On today's American Veterans Podcast, AMVETS National Executive Director Joe Chenelly talks more on the MISSION Act and we speak with AMVETS Chief Advocacy Officer Sherman Gillums regarding his latest Op Ed on the Army's Humvee aging problem.
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Jul 9, 2019
MISSION Act & the Aging Humvee Problem
On today's American Veterans Podcast, AMVETS National Executive Director Joe Chenelly talks about the Mission Act, a new era in veteran healthcare, and the war tax proposal from presidential candidate Beto O'Rourke.
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Nov 6, 2018
AVP - Election Day
On today's American Veteran Podcast, we discuss the veterans running for public office tonight, Commander Riley and Madam President Valley's Taiwan trip, AMVETS continued effort to support hurricane victims, Veterans Day, and the latest stolen valor story.
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Aug 16, 2018
AVP - Quick Update
AVP - Quick Update by AMVETS
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Aug 2, 2018
AVP - Blake Bassett
AVP - Blake Bassett by AMVETS
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Jul 19, 2018
AVP - Highlights, apps & stolen wheelchairs
AVP - Highlights, apps & stolen wheelchairs by AMVETS
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Jul 3, 2018
AVP - It's either July 3rd, 4th, or 5th.
AMVETS' 'Heal American Veterans' town hall: http://bit.ly/HAVtownhall
AMVETS 74th annual national convention: http://amvets.org/amvets-national-convention/
AMVETS HEAL program: http://amvets.org/vet-heal/
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Jun 21, 2018
AVP - Amanda Burrill
Valkyries of Valor: https://www.facebook.com/ValkyriesofValor/
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Jun 5, 2018
AVP - Rod Levy Of Code Platoon
On today's AVP, we discuss the VA Mission Act signing, AMVETS Radio, AMVETS' upcoming national convention, and a post in North Carolina that established a scholarship targeting our women veterans. We also cut to an interview we did with Rod Levy, CEO/founder of Code Platoon, a 14 week program training veterans in coding and computer software.
We also discuss the story of a soldier who took a personnel carrier off base for a 60 mile joyride while chased by cops, and TOP GUN 2/Maverick.
More info on Code Platoon: https://www.codeplatoon.org/
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May 24, 2018
AVP - Freedom Walk to the Wall
On today's AV Podcast, we discuss the VA MISSION ACT advancing through the Senate, our successful 'Healing American Veterans Symposium', and highlight Team AMVETS.
We also talk with Jill Stephenson, organizer of the "Freedom Walk to the Wall", and we breakdown our latest stolen valor culprit's story.
JILL'S LINK: http://www.iamjillstephenson.com/freedom-walk-to-the-wall/
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May 9, 2018
AVP - Rabbit Hole
AVP - Rabbit Hole by AMVETS
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Apr 26, 2018
AVP - Time For A New SECVA Appointee
AVP - Time For A New SECVA Appointee by AMVETS
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Apr 12, 2018
AVP - Shulkin's Out
On today's episode, we finally get to discuss former VA secretary David Shulkin's departure from the department and the latest aviation accidents that rocked the military community. We also discuss the latest news trending on AMVETS' twitter, the newest advocate for medicinal marijuana, and the marine who mastered Tinder. Enjoy.
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Mar 15, 2018
AVP - AMVETS Chief Medical Executive Lana Mckenzie
On today's AVP, We talk about the recent Op Ed written by AMVETS' Joe Chenelly regarding the state of the VA Secretary position. We discuss the launch of AMVETS mental health program (VET HEAL)and recap our Spring NEC/SilverHelmet Gala that took place last week. We cut to an interview that we did with Lana Mckenzie , AMVETS Chief Medical Executive, and wrap the episode with congratulations to our 2018 Americanism program contest winner, Lucas Hickam, and talk about President Trump's interest in our military in space. Join The Conversation.
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Mar 1, 2018
AVP - Nat'l 2nd Vice Jan Brown
On today's AVP, we talk more on the state of the VA and Secretary Shulkin, social media situation created by AF NCO Geraldine Lovely, and highlight an AMVETS post. We also cut to an interview we did with National 2nd Vice Jan Brown, and play "First Female."
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Feb 20, 2018
AVP - Sherman Gillums
On today's AVP, we bring on AMVETS Chief Strategy Officer to talk VA Secretary Shulkin, Military Parades, and AMVETS at the Daytona 500. We also spotlight a few AMVET members and discuss the news Stolen Valor case.
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Jan 25, 2018
AVP - The Honorable Randy Reeves (Memorial Affairs)
AVP - The Honorable Randy Reeves (Memorial Affairs) by AMVETS
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