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.
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Episodes
Saturday Jan 28, 2023
Saturday Jan 28, 2023
In this episode I discuss the difference between the military and work life after the military. I talk about the reasons why "leaders" in the military cared about their troops. I talk about how some individuals will be tied to the military for the remainder of their lives. I finish the show discussing why I continue to look for employment even though I am happily employed. I give a shout out to my daughter and end with "ZOT! ZOT! ZOT!" and "ROLL TIDE!!!"
Saturday Jan 21, 2023
Saturday Jan 21, 2023
In this episode I discuss my journey through retirement. I talk about my VA experience and why patience is important when dealing with the VA. I discuss obtaining more life insurance and ignoring the "retirement experts". I talk a bit about my PhD program and promote the the insurance agent who helped me. I end the show with shout outs and the customary "ZOT! ZOT! ZOT!" and "ROLL TIDE!!!"
Friday Jan 13, 2023
Friday Jan 13, 2023
In this episode I discuss the difficulties I was experiencing through the holiday season. I then discuss the importance of certifications for post military life. I also explain the importance of being a life long learner. I end the show with shout outs and "ZOT! ZOT! ZOT!" and "ROLL TIDE!!!"
Monday Dec 26, 2022
Monday Dec 26, 2022
In this episode I explain why the pod will being going on an extended hiatus. I discuss a bit about the nonsense of "what if" arguments. I also talk about why conspiracy theorists are inconsistent with their mistrust of the government. I end the show with shout outs to my wife and kids and the final farewell "ZOT! ZOT! ZOT!" and "ROLL TIDE!!!"
Monday Dec 26, 2022
Monday Dec 26, 2022
In this episode I talk to my friend Alfredo. We discuss his transition out of the military and why he needed to take a break. We discuss his issues with mental health. We talk a bit about his life with his family and end the show with shout outs and "ZOT! ZOT! ZOT!" and "ROLL TIDE!!!"
Monday Dec 26, 2022
Monday Dec 26, 2022
In this episode I talk to BJ once again. We discuss the success he has had with using supplements to help both his mental and physical health. We discuss why there is a need to discuss any major changes to your medical plan with your doctor. We also discuss other options that might be available to people. We end the show with shout outs and the traditional "ZOT! ZOT! ZOT!" and "ROLL TIDE!!!"
Thursday Dec 22, 2022
Thursday Dec 22, 2022
In this episode I continue my discussion with Al and Chris. Chris continues to drop F-bombs and elaborate on on previous discussions. We discuss a bit about our children growing up too fast and end the show whit shout outs and the customary "ZOT! ZOT! ZOT!" and "ROLL TIDE!!!"
Tuesday Dec 20, 2022
Tuesday Dec 20, 2022
In this episode I am joined by Al and Chris E. and we discuss the possible reasons why veterans turn to conspiracy theories. We discuss the military culture of the "new" guy not doing enough to prove themselves and how this turns people against each other. We have a bit of fun listening to Chris attempting not to curse (there are several "beeps" in this episode). And I finish part 1 of the show with "ZOT! ZOT! ZOT!" and "ROLL TIDE!!!"