THE INTERVIEW
Retired Marine Lt. Col. Kevin Schmiegel is helping fellow veterans to thrive instead of falling to the broken veteran narrative. Schmiegel, who previously founded Hiring Our Heroes, is now leading ZeroMils. Schmiegel shares how ZeroMills is breaking the broken veteran narrative by creating a military thriving movement.

SCUTTLEBUTT
Coast Guardsman on his first mission helped save 165 Texas flash flood victims

Not-so-hot pursuit! Charleston, S.C. police chase a burglary suspect going 3 mph on a tractor excavator

Special Guest: Kevin Schmiegel.

Links:

• Watch video of this episode on YouTube
• After Action | For God and Country | Season 2 | Episode 2 | PBS
• USA 250 Challenge | The American Legion
• Be The One | The American Legion
• Homepage / ZeroMils
• Hiring Our Heroes: Bridging the Job Gap for Veterans
• U.S. Chamber of Commerce | U.S. Chamber of Commerce
• Join The American Legion
• Coast Guard 'American hero' Scott Ruskan helps save Texas flood victims
• Not-So-Hot Pursuit of Burglary Suspect Sees Police Cars Chase Tractor Excavator at Walking Pace

THIS WEEK'S GUEST
Leaning on her own lived experiences, Air Force spouse and co-creator of 988 Crisis Line is dedicated to being an “emotional support human” for those facing tragedy.

Kristen discusses the importance of getting embedded in your community to provide a safety net that will support you in times of tragedy, as well as the knowing your resources and developing the skills to help those who may be in crisis.

RAPID FIRE
Jobs for spouses and childcare will be goals of new Army app

Army, Navy Unveil Incredible New Uniforms for 2023 Clash

What was the military doing at the Anime NYC convention?

Special Guest: Kristen Christy .

Links:

• Watch video of this episode on YouTube
• See how American Legion members strengthen their communities
• Join The American Legion | The American Legion
• Kristen Christy — Call at 620-304-HOPE
• VA S.A.V.E Training
• Army ACE Suicide Intervention Program – Suicide Prevention Resource Center
• Be the One | The American Legion
• Courses for Listening - Skillsoft
• Home
• Jobs for spouses and childcare will be goals of new Army app
• Army, Navy Unveil Incredible New Uniforms for 2023 Clash - Sports Illustrated
• Honoring the Silent Service – Designed to honor the service and dedication of the U.S. Submarine Force, its families and supporting personnel.
• 2023 Army-Navy Game Uniform: 3rd Infantry Division - YouTube
• What was the military doing at the Anime NYC convention?

THIS WEEK'S GUEST
The Honorable Rob Wilkins joins the podcast to kick off our health and wellness series and help motivate everyone to finish out the year strong.

Wilkins talks about his role on the President's Council on Sports, Fitness and Nutrition, and stresses the importance of veterans leading the way in advocating for health and wellness in their communities.

RAPID FIRE
Chief select gives birth and Chiefs mess pins her at hospital
High school artists create cards to thank veterans
Online Exchange expands access for veterans

Special Guest: Rob Wilkins.

Links:

• Watch video of this episode on YouTube
• Join The American Legion
• Suggest a Guest
• A Christmas Story Christmas | Official Trailer
• Congress could have almost 100 veterans in office by January in most significant increase in decades | Stars and Stripes
• Support The American Legion on Giving Tuesday
• President's Council | health.gov
• Home of the Office of Disease Prevention and Health Promotion - health.gov
• Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
• Legiontown U.S.A. |
• Be the One | The American Legion
• Chief select gives birth. Chiefs mess pins her at the hospital
• High school artists create cards to thank veterans | Legiontown U.S.A.
• Online Exchange Shopping for Veterans