FTU...Life after the military Podcast
This podcast is dedicated to assisting veteran’s with the transition out of the military. We will discuss the difficulty in looking for employment. The harsh realization that the comradery that is demonstrated to you while serving does not always transfer over to normal life. We’ll also discuss dealing with mental health issues while trying to integrate into normal daily life. Lastly, we’ll try to help veteran’s find support for their issues.
Episodes
![Episode 100 - "I transitioned successfully...so call me COLONEL!"](https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/image-logo/15051880/Profile_tziesy_300x300.jpg)
Saturday Jun 29, 2024
Episode 100 - "I transitioned successfully...so call me COLONEL!"
Saturday Jun 29, 2024
Saturday Jun 29, 2024
In this episode I touch on three topics. First, I discuss the reasons why people might "snitch" while in the Army and why it is okay. I then explain the discussion I had this week with a retired Colonel who did his best to convince me that he had retired all while insisting that people address him as "Sir" or "Colonel". I then talk about the importance of getting an insurance policy when you leave the military. I explain that there is no deadline to getting a free quote on life insurance. I end the show withe the farewell "ZOT!" "ZOT!" "ZOT!" and "ROLL TIDE!!!"
![Episode 99 - DMB and 20,000 hippies](https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/image-logo/15051880/Profile_tziesy_300x300.jpg)
Saturday Jun 15, 2024
Episode 99 - DMB and 20,000 hippies
Saturday Jun 15, 2024
Saturday Jun 15, 2024
In this episode I discuss my exciting night out at the Dave Matthews Band concert. I describe how I managed my PTSD and refrained from punching people out. I also mention how my PTSD is my problem and I do not expect people to change their actions for me. I talk a bit about staying healthy after the military. I explain how two former Sergeants Major have successfully transitioned out of the military. I give a shout out to my daughter for being accepted to UNC Greensboro's MBA program. I end the show with the farewell "ZOT!" "ZOT!" "ZOT!" and "ROLL TIDE!!!"
![Episode 98 - Marathon Episode with Jorge and Eli](https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/image-logo/15051880/Profile_tziesy_300x300.jpg)
Saturday Jun 01, 2024
Episode 98 - Marathon Episode with Jorge and Eli
Saturday Jun 01, 2024
Saturday Jun 01, 2024
In this mammoth of an episode I catch up with Jorge and Eli. We talk about Eli's transition out of the military and the similarities of crazy people wanting to fight him. Jorge talks about his life as a project a manager and the importance of certifications. Since we were all in the 98th, we spend some time discussing the craziness of Special Operations. We end the show with a shout out to Enrique Hernandez and his "The Property & Wealth Podcast" and the farewell "ZOT!" "ZOT!" "ZOT!" and "ROLL TIDE!!!"
![Episode 97 - Rambo and Memorial Day](https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/image-logo/15051880/Profile_tziesy_300x300.jpg)
Friday May 24, 2024
Episode 97 - Rambo and Memorial Day
Friday May 24, 2024
Friday May 24, 2024
In this episode I discuss a book I read and the importance of seizing an opportunity. I talk about why it is alright to celebrate Memorial Day in your own way. I touch on ignoring the nonsense of being part of the fictional "1%". I review how Jr's hard work has paid off and he is prospering after retiring from the military. I end the show with the farewell "ZOT!" "ZOT!" "ZOT!" and "ROLL TIDE!!!"
![Episode 96 - Procrastination is my SUPER pOwEr](https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/image-logo/15051880/Profile_tziesy_300x300.jpg)
Saturday May 18, 2024
Episode 96 - Procrastination is my SUPER pOwEr
Saturday May 18, 2024
Saturday May 18, 2024
In this episode I discuss the symposium I attended this week. I talk about the nonsense that comes out of the mouth of military people because they do not realize it is inappropriate. I mention how some pervert tried to strike up a conversation in the gym while I was dressing. I mention the importance of taking care of ourselves. I end the show by mentioning the One CA Podcast and the farewell "ZOT!" "ZOT!" "ZOT!" and "ROLL TIDE!!!"
![Episode 95 - ROLL TIDE ROLL!!!!!](https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/image-logo/15051880/Profile_tziesy_300x300.jpg)
Saturday May 11, 2024
Episode 95 - ROLL TIDE ROLL!!!!!
Saturday May 11, 2024
Saturday May 11, 2024
In this episode I discuss my daughters graduation and how I refrained from embarrassing her at the ceremony. I talk about the pitfalls from not having something to do when we retire from the military. I mention a young artist who assisted me with my book chapter. I thank the people who listen to the podcast and reference that Vlad Putin might be a listener (probably not). I provide suggestion for other podcasts and end the show with the farewell "ZOT!" "ZOT!" "ZOT!" and "ROLL TIDE!!!"
![Episode 94 - 2 Colonels and a Farsi mistake](https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/image-logo/15051880/Profile_tziesy_300x300.jpg)
Saturday Apr 27, 2024
Episode 94 - 2 Colonels and a Farsi mistake
Saturday Apr 27, 2024
Saturday Apr 27, 2024
In this episode I discuss my week and the ups and downs of being in a PhD program. I start by discussing having coffee with Scot Storey and then catching up with James later in the week. I mention how I am now being mistaken for someone who speaks Farsi. I explain how Jesse helped teach me perseverance while in SERE school. I talk a bit about finding purpose after the military. I end the show with a shout out to an artist, Venus Wong in the DC area and a shout out to Gene Gene, my grandson. I end the show withe the farewell "ZOT!" "ZOT!" "ZOT!" and "ROLL TIDE!!!"
![Episode 93 - Happy 420 Day](https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/image-logo/15051880/Profile_tziesy_300x300.jpg)
Saturday Apr 20, 2024
Episode 93 - Happy 420 Day
Saturday Apr 20, 2024
Saturday Apr 20, 2024
In this episode I discuss the time I have taken away from the podcast to relax. I talk about the book chapter I am writing along with my PhD cohort and how I stay busy. I also talk about the crazy idea I heard from a retiree to about rejoining the military if they could keep their pension and disability pay. I end the show with the farewell "ZOT!" "ZOT!" "ZOT!" and "ROLL TIDE!!!"