FTU...Life after the military Podcast

Episode 61 - B.C. or B CO - good eXperiences in simpler timeS

In this episode I talk to Eli, an old friend from B CO, 98th Civil Affairs Battalion.  We discuss his transition out of the military.  Eli talks about the resume process and preparing for interviews.  He talks about the organizations that have helped him with preparing for life after the military.  We give shout outs and end the show with the farewell "ZOT! ZOT! ZOT!" and "ROLL TIDE!!!"

Episode 60 - No eXPLANation needed!

In this episode I discuss the importance of moving away from providing explanations for everything.  I also discuss the need to change our mentality to live a quality life.  I give shout outs to Al and Craig and end the show with the customary "ZOT! ZOT! ZOT!" and "ROLL TIDE!!!"

Episode 59 - Phony me! Phony YOU!!

In this episode I discuss Imposter Syndrome and why you shouldn't let it keep you from accomplishing your goals.  I talk about how we're all imposters or we're all the "real deal".  I promote a veteran owned local business and give a "Shout Out" to my sisters.  I end the show with the farewell "ZOT! ZOT! ZOT!" and "ROLL TIDE!!!"

Episode 58 - No thanks, Mr. Robot soldier

In this episode I discuss my conversation with a recruiter and [politely withdrawing my application.  I follow that up with an explanation of my VA appeals process.  I ask for assistance with reaching out to our fellow veterans.  I end the show with a shout out to T-MONEY and the customary "ZOT! ZOT! ZOT!" and "ROLL TIDE!!!"

Episode 57 - Realtor? who NEEDS a realTor?

In this episode I discuss the issues that people from my old unit are facing while transitioning.  I discuss my issues over the last several months and how I learned to slow down.  I talk about the myth of hiring character over skills and I give some shout outs to some UK friends.  I end the show with a recommendation for Bill Mitseff and a farewell "ZOT! ZOT! ZOT!" and "ROLL TIDE!!!".

Episode 56 - short Guy in the UK

In this episode I am in the UK and discuss random things that are on my mind.  I review my process with the VA and how their customer service made me contemplate shooting myself.  I talk about how refusing to talk to the VA has improved my mental health. I end the show talking about the great experience I am having in the UK and shout out to my grandkids and the customary "ZOT! ZOT! ZOT" and "ROLL TIDE!!!"

Episode 55 -the GOVERNMENT is STEALING from us

In this episode I discuss the proposed reduction in disability payments to reduce the federal deficit.  I discuss the inadequate care provided by the VA.  I talk about the need to keep in touch with friends and I give a shout out to my son, Johnny.  I end the show by promoting Cando Custom Creations and the customary "ZOT! ZOT! ZOT!" and "ROLL TIDE!!!"

Episode 54 - Pandemic MAYHEM reminiscing

In this episode I talk to MAJ Finnie.  We discuss the importance of developing a routine for mental health.  We reminisce about our time in C/97th and how we undertook training a company under the restraints of the COVID-19 pandemic.  We give some shout outs to some friends and end the show with "ZOT! ZOT! ZOT!" and "ROLL TIDE!!!"