Oath and Pledge

I am joined in studio by 3 veterans: wounded Army Veteran Jason Smith - Navy Veteran Eric Buchanan - Marine Veteran Josh Roe! We played a little 'did you know' about the military - we had some good conversations around other topics - but we spent most of our time talking with Jason about his injury while in combat in Afghanistan, healing, and life after the military! A podcast centered around our soldiers, veterans, and the civilians they protect! Through conversations, questions, and stories - we will address topics like healthcare, lessons learned, relationships, combat, the transition out of the military, and more! Our veterans take an oath - we say a pledge - what does that mean and why are they important?! Thanks to our sponsor: Joanna Otero with Union Home Mortgage: 423-208-9358 / https://www.uhm.com/jotero/ Powered by: Kubota of Chattanooga - https://kubotaofchattanooga.com/ (Welcome to our NEW sponsor) Signal Investigations: https://www.signalpi.com/ Supported by: 1st Lead U Podcast - https://www.1stleadu.com/ This podcast is hosted by ZenCast.fm

Help Us Grow the Podcast Network! A podcast centered around our soldiers, veterans, and the civilians they protect! Through conversations, questions, and stories - we will address topics like healthcare, lessons learned, relationships, combat, the transition out of the military, and more! Our veterans take an oath - we say a pledge - what does that mean and why are they important?! Co-hosted by Eric Buchanan - Navy / Josh Roe - Marines / John Ballinger - Army / Jason Smith - Army Powered by: Kubota of Chattanooga - https://kubotaofchattanooga.com/ Supported by: 1st Lead U Podcast - https://www.1stleadu.com/ This podcast is hosted by ZenCast.fm

PART 2!! What a great journey - Sgt Pursley (Army Ranger)! Why the Army - growing up ready to join the military - Rambo - Leadership - and more! Sandy 11B Machine Gunner and team leader with Bco 3rd Ranger Battalion, Columbus Ga and special tactics for Special Operations Command,Tampa Fl 1992 graduated Army Scout Simmer 1993 graduate the elite Army Ranger school 1993 Operation Gothic Serpent, Mogadishu Somalia (arrived October 6) Earned the army’s elite Master parachutist badge, Expert Infantry badge, Expert marksman badge, Ranger Tab, Jungle expert training, British parachutist badge, Egyptian parachutist badge, Practical weapons and tactics training expert A podcast centered around our soldiers, veterans, and the civilians they protect! Through conversations, questions, and stories - we will address topics like healthcare, lessons learned, relationships, combat, the transition out of the military, and more! Our veterans take an oath - we say a pledge - what does that mean and why are they important?! Co-hosted by Eric Buchanan - Navy / Josh Roe - Marines / John Ballinger - Army / Jason Smith - Army Powered by: Kubota of Chattanooga - https://kubotaofchattanooga.com/ Supported by: 1st Lead U Podcast - https://www.1stleadu.com/ This podcast is hosted by ZenCast.fm

What a great journey - here is part one with Sgt Pursley (Army Ranger)! Why the Army - growing up ready to join the military - Rambo - Leadership - and more! Sandy 11B Machine Gunner and team leader with Bco 3rd Ranger Battalion, Columbus Ga and special tactics for Special Operations Command,Tampa Fl 1992 graduated Army Scout Simmer 1993 graduate the elite Army Ranger school 1993 Operation Gothic Serpent, Mogadishu Somalia (arrived October 6) Earned the army’s elite Master parachutist badge, Expert Infantry badge, Expert marksman badge, Ranger Tab, Jungle expert training, British parachutist badge, Egyptian parachutist badge, Practical weapons and tactics training expert A podcast centered around our soldiers, veterans, and the civilians they protect! Through conversations, questions, and stories - we will address topics like healthcare, lessons learned, relationships, combat, the transition out of the military, and more! Our veterans take an oath - we say a pledge - what does that mean and why are they important?! Co-hosted by Eric Buchanan - Navy / Josh Roe - Marines / John Ballinger - Army / Jason Smith - Army Powered by: Kubota of Chattanooga - https://kubotaofchattanooga.com/ Supported by: 1st Lead U Podcast - https://www.1stleadu.com/ This podcast is hosted by ZenCast.fm

Let's Talk About a Leadership Dilemma A podcast centered around our soldiers, veterans, and the civilians they protect! Through conversations, questions, and stories - we will address topics like healthcare, lessons learned, relationships, combat, the transition out of the military, and more! Our veterans take an oath - we say a pledge - what does that mean and why are they important?! Co-hosted by Eric Buchanan - Navy / Josh Roe - Marines / John Ballinger - Army / Jason Smith - Army Powered by: Kubota of Chattanooga - https://kubotaofchattanooga.com/ Supported by: 1st Lead U Podcast - https://www.1stleadu.com/ This podcast is hosted by ZenCast.fm

Navy Veteran-Eric Buchanan on Leadership in Business vs. Military! PLUS - A Story from the 1970's Failed Iran Hostage Rescue! A podcast centered around our soldiers, veterans, and the civilians they protect! Through conversations, questions, and stories - we will address topics like healthcare, lessons learned, relationships, combat, the transition out of the military, and more! Our veterans take an oath - we say a pledge - what does that mean and why are they important?! Co-hosted by Eric Buchanan - Navy / Josh Roe - Marines / John Ballinger - Army / Jason Smith - Army Powered by: Kubota of Chattanooga - https://kubotaofchattanooga.com/ Supported by: 1st Lead U Podcast - https://www.1stleadu.com/ This podcast is hosted by ZenCast.fm

A Fun Conversation with 3 Veterans: Regrets - Holidays - The Purpose of the Military - Movies - Stories - MORE! A podcast centered around our soldiers, veterans, and the civilians they protect! Through conversations, questions, and stories - we will address topics like healthcare, lessons learned, relationships, combat, the transition out of the military, and more! Our veterans take an oath - we say a pledge - what does that mean and why are they important?! Co-hosted by Eric Buchanan - Navy / Josh Roe - Marines / John Ballinger - Army / Jason Smith - Army Powered by: Kubota of Chattanooga - https://kubotaofchattanooga.com/ Supported by: 1st Lead U Podcast - https://www.1stleadu.com/ This podcast is hosted by ZenCast.fm

Thanksgiving in the Military - The Video Regarding Illegal Orders - MORE! A podcast centered around our soldiers, veterans, and the civilians they protect! Through conversations, questions, and stories - we will address topics like healthcare, lessons learned, relationships, combat, the transition out of the military, and more! Our veterans take an oath - we say a pledge - what does that mean and why are they important?! Co-hosted by Eric Buchanan - Navy / Josh Roe - Marines / John Ballinger - Army / Jason Smith - Army Powered by: Kubota of Chattanooga - https://kubotaofchattanooga.com/ Supported by: 1st Lead U Podcast - https://www.1stleadu.com/ This podcast is hosted by ZenCast.fm

We had a great time catching up with retired Army Major Stacy Lively, a former high school classmate whose 27-year military career took him all over the world — from Panama to Iraq and Afghanistan. Stacy enlisted in the Army in 1987 and went on to serve in both Operation Desert Storm and Operation Iraqi Freedom, completing five combat tours totaling 54 months. His journey took him from basic training at Fort Jackson to the 82nd Airborne Division at Fort Bragg, and later to the 101st Airborne Division (Air Assault) as a commissioned Infantry Officer. We talk about what service really means, the transition from military to civilian life, lessons from leadership under fire, and of course — a few laughs and memories along the way. It’s a genuine, down-to-earth conversation with someone who’s lived a life of commitment, courage, and perspective. A podcast centered around our soldiers, veterans, and the civilians they protect! Through conversations, questions, and stories - we will address topics like healthcare, lessons learned, relationships, combat, the transition out of the military, and more! Our veterans take an oath - we say a pledge - what does that mean and why are they important?! Co-hosted by Eric Buchanan - Navy / Josh Roe - Marines / John Ballinger - Army / Jason Smith - Army Powered by: Kubota of Chattanooga - https://kubotaofchattanooga.com/ Supported by: 1st Lead U Podcast - https://www.1stleadu.com/ This podcast is hosted by ZenCast.fm

Headlines from History! Happy Birthday Marines with Eric Buchanan and Josh Roe! Find all the conversations at: www.celebrateamericapodcast250.com Brought to you by Eric Buchanan and Associates: www.buchanandisability.com A podcast centered around our soldiers, veterans, and the civilians they protect! Through conversations, questions, and stories - we will address topics like healthcare, lessons learned, relationships, combat, the transition out of the military, and more! Our veterans take an oath - we say a pledge - what does that mean and why are they important?! Co-hosted by Eric Buchanan - Navy / Josh Roe - Marines / John Ballinger - Army / Jason Smith - Army Powered by: Kubota of Chattanooga - https://kubotaofchattanooga.com/ Supported by: 1st Lead U Podcast - https://www.1stleadu.com/ This podcast is hosted by ZenCast.fm

Military Movies - Emotional Intelligence - and Much More with Josh and John! A podcast centered around our soldiers, veterans, and the civilians they protect! Through conversations, questions, and stories - we will address topics like healthcare, lessons learned, relationships, combat, the transition out of the military, and more! Our veterans take an oath - we say a pledge - what does that mean and why are they important?! Co-hosted by Eric Buchanan - Navy / Josh Roe - Marines / John Ballinger - Army / Jason Smith - Army Powered by: Kubota of Chattanooga - https://kubotaofchattanooga.com/ Supported by: 1st Lead U Podcast - https://www.1stleadu.com/ This podcast is hosted by ZenCast.fm

Changes Around Media Access at The Pentagon! A podcast centered around our soldiers, veterans, and the civilians they protect! Through conversations, questions, and stories - we will address topics like healthcare, lessons learned, relationships, combat, the transition out of the military, and more! Our veterans take an oath - we say a pledge - what does that mean and why are they important?! Co-hosted by Eric Buchanan - Navy / Josh Roe - Marines / John Ballinger - Army / Jason Smith - Army Powered by: Kubota of Chattanooga - https://kubotaofchattanooga.com/ Supported by: 1st Lead U Podcast - https://www.1stleadu.com/ This podcast is hosted by ZenCast.fm

Army Veteran John Ballinger and host Clint Powell talk about Hegseths meeting with the military leadership! A podcast centered around our soldiers, veterans, and the civilians they protect! Through conversations, questions, and stories - we will address topics like healthcare, lessons learned, relationships, combat, the transition out of the military, and more! Our veterans take an oath - we say a pledge - what does that mean and why are they important?! Co-hosted by Eric Buchanan - Navy / Josh Roe - Marines / John Ballinger - Army / Jason Smith - Army Powered by: Kubota of Chattanooga - https://kubotaofchattanooga.com/ Supported by: 1st Lead U Podcast - https://www.1stleadu.com/ This podcast is hosted by ZenCast.fm

A little bit of a different conversation this time around - media, opinions, and more with Clint and Josh! A podcast centered around our soldiers, veterans, and the civilians they protect! Through conversations, questions, and stories - we will address topics like healthcare, lessons learned, relationships, combat, the transition out of the military, and more! Our veterans take an oath - we say a pledge - what does that mean and why are they important?! Co-hosted by Eric Buchanan - Navy / Josh Roe - Marines / John Ballinger - Army / Jason Smith - Army Powered by: Kubota of Chattanooga - https://kubotaofchattanooga.com/ Supported by: 1st Lead U Podcast - https://www.1stleadu.com/ This podcast is hosted by ZenCast.fm

These conversations always go in unexpected directions! Marine Veteran and Journalist - Jose Roe and Clint talk Vietnam and Serving! Josh has interviewed dozens and dozens of Veterans who have shared their story - his insights are always super interesting! A podcast centered around our soldiers, veterans, and the civilians they protect! Through conversations, questions, and stories - we will address topics like healthcare, lessons learned, relationships, combat, the transition out of the military, and more! Our veterans take an oath - we say a pledge - what does that mean and why are they important?! Co-hosted by Eric Buchanan - Navy / Josh Roe - Marines / John Ballinger - Army / Jason Smith - Army Powered by: Kubota of Chattanooga - https://kubotaofchattanooga.com/ Supported by: 1st Lead U Podcast - https://www.1stleadu.com/ This podcast is hosted by ZenCast.fm

Josh Roe and John Ballinger: The Power Behind Getting Veterans to Share Their Stories, Being Kind, Leadership, Wearing Masks, and MUCH MORE! THIS IS ONE OF MY FAVORITE CONVERSATIONS SO FAR! A podcast centered around our soldiers, veterans, and the civilians they protect! Through conversations, questions, and stories - we will address topics like healthcare, lessons learned, relationships, combat, the transition out of the military, and more! Our veterans take an oath - we say a pledge - what does that mean and why are they important?! Co-hosted by Eric Buchanan - Navy / Josh Roe - Marines / John Ballinger - Army / Jason Smith - Army Powered by: Kubota of Chattanooga - https://kubotaofchattanooga.com/ Supported by: 1st Lead U Podcast - https://www.1stleadu.com/ This podcast is hosted by ZenCast.fm

Jason just returned from competing in the 2025 DoD Warrior Games where he took several Golds and was Captain of the Army Team! We talked about life, life before and after his injuries, the power of a good woman, training, and much more!! PLUS - we had a few rabbit holes centered around Peaky Blinder, Game of Thrones, and Vikings! The DoD Warrior Games are specifically designed for wounded, ill, and injured service members and veterans! A podcast centered around our soldiers, veterans, and the civilians they protect! Through conversations, questions, and stories - we will address topics like healthcare, lessons learned, relationships, combat, the transition out of the military, and more! Our veterans take an oath - we say a pledge - what does that mean and why are they important?! Co-hosted by Eric Buchanan - Navy / Josh Roe - Marines / John Ballinger - Army / Jason Smith - Army Powered by: Kubota of Chattanooga - https://kubotaofchattanooga.com/ Supported by: 1st Lead U Podcast - https://www.1stleadu.com/ This podcast is hosted by ZenCast.fm

Will Cosby from the VA Tennessee Valley Healthcare System joined John Ballinger and Clint in studio! Will is a Marine (and Army) Veteran and the Acting Designated Learning Officer at Tennessee Valley Healthcare Systems, VA Medical Center! Plus - he is the acting/interim Chattanooga Clinic Manager. We talked about why he became a Marine - how he also served in the Army - his time in civilian law enforcement - why he went to work for the VA - LEADERSHIP - and we all shared stories along the way! A podcast centered around our soldiers, veterans, and the civilians they protect! Through conversations, questions, and stories - we will address topics like healthcare, lessons learned, relationships, combat, the transition out of the military, and more! Our veterans take an oath - we say a pledge - what does that mean and why are they important?! Co-hosted by Eric Buchanan - Navy / Josh Roe - Marines / John Ballinger - Army / Jason Smith - Army Powered by: Kubota of Chattanooga - https://kubotaofchattanooga.com/ Supported by: 1st Lead U Podcast - https://www.1stleadu.com/ This podcast is hosted by ZenCast.fm

Navy Veteran and Realtor Winnie Paris In-Studio! From fist fights to the transition out of the Navy and from Whataburgers to things that go 'boom' - we covered a lot of ground. Enjoy! PLUS - our 1st female Veteran on the podcast! A podcast centered around our soldiers, veterans, and the civilians they protect! Through conversations, questions, and stories - we will address topics like healthcare, lessons learned, relationships, combat, the transition out of the military, and more! Our veterans take an oath - we say a pledge - what does that mean and why are they important?! Co-hosted by Eric Buchanan - Navy / Josh Roe - Marines / John Ballinger - Army / Jason Smith - Army Powered by: Kubota of Chattanooga - https://kubotaofchattanooga.com/ Supported by: 1st Lead U Podcast - https://www.1stleadu.com/ This podcast is hosted by ZenCast.fm

Army Veteran David Guffey on Oath and Pledge! We were lucky to have David join us the 1st half of this weeks show AND share some great stories! Then John, Eric, and Clint discuss the recent bombing of Iran - what it took to make the flight - we speculate on logistics - how the refueling process works - and much more! A podcast centered around our soldiers, veterans, and the civilians they protect! Through conversations, questions, and stories - we will address topics like healthcare, lessons learned, relationships, combat, the transition out of the military, and more! Our veterans take an oath - we say a pledge - what does that mean and why are they important?! Co-hosted by Eric Buchanan - Navy / Josh Roe - Marines / John Ballinger - Army / Jason Smith - Army Powered by: Kubota of Chattanooga - https://kubotaofchattanooga.com/ Supported by: 1st Lead U Podcast - https://www.1stleadu.com/ This podcast is hosted by ZenCast.fm

The Honorable Judge Gary W. Starnes joined John Ballinger, Josh Roe, and Clint to talk about The Veterans Treatment Court in Hamilton County! What a great conversation about a different approach to helping those who have served our country! To find out more: https://vtc.hamiltontn.gov/ A podcast centered around our soldiers, veterans, and the civilians they protect! Through conversations, questions, and stories - we will address topics like healthcare, lessons learned, relationships, combat, the transition out of the military, and more! Our veterans take an oath - we say a pledge - what does that mean and why are they important?! Co-hosted by Eric Buchanan - Navy / Josh Roe - Marines / John Ballinger - Army / Jason Smith - Army Powered by: Kubota of Chattanooga - https://kubotaofchattanooga.com/ Supported by: 1st Lead U Podcast - https://www.1stleadu.com/ This podcast is hosted by ZenCast.fm

Josh Roe (Marine) and Eric Buchanan (Navy): Trivia Questions - Program That Gives to Veterans - AND a Fascinating Story from Eric! Always a great conversation! A podcast centered around our soldiers, veterans, and the civilians they protect! Through conversations, questions, and stories - we will address topics like healthcare, lessons learned, relationships, combat, the transition out of the military, and more! Our veterans take an oath - we say a pledge - what does that mean and why are they important?! Co-hosted by Eric Buchanan - Navy / Josh Roe - Marines / John Ballinger - Army / Jason Smith - Army Powered by: Kubota of Chattanooga - https://kubotaofchattanooga.com/ Supported by: 1st Lead U Podcast - https://www.1stleadu.com/ This podcast is hosted by ZenCast.fm

The studio was full of Army today as Army Veterans Michael Kirk and Marc Gravitt join Army Veteran co-hosts John Ballinger and Jason Smith - along with Podcast owner/host Clint Powell! GREAT STORIES AND INSIGHTS! Lesssons learned - bootcamp - the transitition out - and much more!! A podcast centered around our soldiers, veterans, and the civilians they protect! Through conversations, questions, and stories - we will address topics like healthcare, lessons learned, relationships, combat, the transition out of the military, and more! Our veterans take an oath - we say a pledge - what does that mean and why are they important?! Co-hosted by Eric Buchanan - Navy / Josh Roe - Marines / John Ballinger - Army / Jason Smith - Army Powered by: Kubota of Chattanooga - https://kubotaofchattanooga.com/ Supported by: 1st Lead U Podcast - https://www.1stleadu.com/ This podcast is hosted by ZenCast.fm

Joshua Cox is a Marine Corp Veteran and the PACT Act Public Affairs Specialist with VA Tennessee Valley Healthcare System! This was a great conversation about being a Marine Combat Correspondent to Camp Fallujah, Iraq - stories from bootcamp - and we got to listen in as Veterans tell stories, ask questions, and give each other a hard time! A podcast centered around our soldiers, veterans, and the civilians they protect! Through conversations, questions, and stories - we will address topics like healthcare, lessons learned, relationships, combat, the transition out of the military, and more! Our veterans take an oath - we say a pledge - what does that mean and why are they important?! Co-hosted by Eric Buchanan - Navy / Josh Roe - Marines / John Ballinger - Army / Jason Smith - Army Powered by: Kubota of Chattanooga - https://kubotaofchattanooga.com/ Supported by: 1st Lead U Podcast - https://www.1stleadu.com/ This podcast is hosted by ZenCast.fm

Media and the Military - Trust and Leadership - PLUS Much More! A podcast centered around our soldiers, veterans, and the civilians they protect! Through conversations, questions, and stories - we will address topics like healthcare, lessons learned, relationships, combat, the transition out of the military, and more! Our veterans take an oath - we say a pledge - what does that mean and why are they important?! Co-hosted by Eric Buchanan - Navy / Josh Roe - Marines / John Ballinger - Army / Jason Smith - Army Powered by: Kubota of Chattanooga - https://kubotaofchattanooga.com/ Supported by: 1st Lead U Podcast - https://www.1stleadu.com/ This podcast is hosted by ZenCast.fm

Navy Veteran and Business Owner (Granite Garage Floors) - Dan Minninger joined Clint and John in studio! We covered a lot of ground from how the Marines tricked him to going into the Navy - to lessons learned - to his transition out - and owning a business and raising kids! A podcast centered around our soldiers, veterans, and the civilians they protect! Through conversations, questions, and stories - we will address topics like healthcare, lessons learned, relationships, combat, the transition out of the military, and more! Our veterans take an oath - we say a pledge - what does that mean and why are they important?! Powered by: Kubota of Chattanooga - https://kubotaofchattanooga.com/ Supported by: 1st Lead U Podcast - https://www.1stleadu.com/ This podcast is hosted by ZenCast.fm

A short listen with John and Clint! How do veterans view civilians - especially when it comes to leadership? A podcast centered around our soldiers, veterans, and the civilians they protect! Through conversations, questions, and stories - we will address topics like healthcare, lessons learned, relationships, combat, the transition out of the military, and more! Our veterans take an oath - we say a pledge - what does that mean and why are they important?! Powered by: Kubota of Chattanooga - https://kubotaofchattanooga.com/ Supported by: 1st Lead U Podcast - https://www.1stleadu.com/ This podcast is hosted by ZenCast.fm

A littel mission drift today - John Ballinger and I talked about leadership! The lack of leadership in todays families, churches, businesses, and politics! What the military taught him about leadership and how those lessons can help rebuild and redefine what leadership looks like! It starts with a servants heart! A podcast centered around our soldiers, veterans, and the civilians they protect! Through conversations, questions, and stories - we will address topics like healthcare, lessons learned, relationships, combat, the transition out of the military, and more! Our veterans take an oath - we say a pledge - what does that mean and why are they important?! Powered by: Kubota of Chattanooga - https://kubotaofchattanooga.com/ Supported by: 1st Lead U Podcast - https://www.1stleadu.com/ This podcast is hosted by ZenCast.fm

Josh Roe and John Ballinger in-studio with Clint answering questions from A.I. and sharing stories around leadership and lessons from their time serving! POWERED BY - KUBOTA OF CHATTANOOGA A podcast centered around our soldiers, veterans, and the civilians they protect! Through conversations, questions, and stories - we will address topics like healthcare, lessons learned, relationships, combat, the transition out of the military, and more! Our veterans take an oath - we say a pledge - what does that mean and why are they important?! Powered by: Kubota of Chattanooga - https://kubotaofchattanooga.com/ Supported by: 1st Lead U Podcast - https://www.1stleadu.com/ This podcast is hosted by ZenCast.fm

Jim Smith, an Air Force Veteran, joined us in studio! We talked about why he joined the military - we talked about different planes, some 'unique' missions, AND most importantly - we get to hear a great conversation between veterans that covered a lot of ground!! This was a fun and interesting podcast! A podcast centered around our soldiers, veterans, and the civilians they protect! Through conversations, questions, and stories - we will address topics like healthcare, lessons learned, relationships, combat, the transition out of the military, and more! Our veterans take an oath - we say a pledge - what does that mean and why are they important?! Powered by: Kubota of Chattanooga - https://kubotaofchattanooga.com/ Supported by: 1st Lead U Podcast - https://www.1stleadu.com/ This podcast is hosted by ZenCast.fm

John Ballinger and Jason Smith - Would Your Rather Questions and Stories! From MREs to Bootcamp and from Gear to Code Reds! Part TWO of our most recent conversation on Oath and Pledge! A podcast centered around our soldiers, veterans, and the civilians they protect! Through conversations, questions, and stories - we will address topics like healthcare, lessons learned, relationships, combat, the transition out of the military, and more! Our veterans take an oath - we say a pledge - what does that mean and why are they important?! Powered by: www.1stleadu.com This podcast is hosted by ZenCast.fm

Oath and Pledge's own - Jason Smith, got invited to attend the inauguration of President Donald Trump! He gives us some highlights - meeting celebrities, military well-knowns, bomb threats - and much more! This is PART ONE of our conversation today! Enjoy! A podcast centered around our soldiers, veterans, and the civilians they protect! Through conversations, questions, and stories - we will address topics like healthcare, lessons learned, relationships, combat, the transition out of the military, and more! Our veterans take an oath - we say a pledge - what does that mean and why are they important?! This podcast is hosted by ZenCast.fm

Josh Roe is in-studio with Clint talking about his recent 6-day trip to Vietnam! This description is from Josh's YouTube Channel - @joshroe - where he documents the stories of veterans! "On a recent trip to Da Nang, Vietnam I had the opportunity to witness an meeting hosted by Vietnamese Veterans who fought against U.S. Forces in the American War in Vietnam.Those Veterans met with U.S. military Veterans who fought in the war in Vietnam and some who have served since then, plus family members of Medal of Honor Recipient Rodney Maxwell Davis. Davis was killed in action in Vietnam in September 1967." A podcast centered around our soldiers, veterans, and the civilians they protect! Through conversations, questions, and stories - we will address topics like healthcare, lessons learned, relationships, combat, the transition out of the military, and more! Our veterans take an oath - we say a pledge - what does that mean and why are they important?! Powered by: www.1stleadu.com This podcast is hosted by ZenCast.fm

Sam Guthrie joined John Ballinger, Eric Buchanan, and Clint Powell in-studio for over an hour AND we still didn't have enough time to cover all the things and adventures Sam has had! Sam's short resume: 21 Years in the Army - Working in the Pentagon - Program Director at Lockheed Martin - Executive Director, Global Technology at JPMorgan Chase & Co! We talked about why he went into the military, being a Battalion Commander - leadership - 9/11 - military culture - the transition from the military to civilian life - AND MUCH MORE! A podcast centered around our soldiers, veterans, and the civilians they protect! Through conversations, questions, and stories - we will address topics like healthcare, lessons learned, relationships, combat, the transition out of the military, and more! Our veterans take an oath - we say a pledge - what does that mean and why are they important?! This podcast is hosted by ZenCast.fm

We are BACK in studio and releasing episodes again! John Ballinger - His VA Experience - UAPs - Mission Drift and the Military - MORE! A podcast centered around our soldiers, veterans, and the civilians they protect! Through conversations, questions, and stories - we will address topics like healthcare, lessons learned, relationships, combat, the transition out of the military, and more! Our veterans take an oath - we say a pledge - what does that mean and why are they important?! This podcast is hosted by ZenCast.fm

John Page - Military2VA (M2VA) Transition Patient Advocate with the TN Valley Healthcare System/Dept. of Veterans Affairs joins veterans Josh Roe and John Ballinger in studio to talk about how the local VA can/does help veterans transition back into civilian life! Plus - mental health - why he joined the military - stories around deployment and bootcamp - how to connect with fellow veterans - and more! ALSO - a very honest and transparent story and ending to our podcast! This was a very good conversation and I think much needed - worth a listen and share! A podcast centered around our soldiers, veterans, and the civilians they protect! Through conversations, questions, and stories - we will address topics like healthcare, lessons learned, relationships, combat, the transition out of the military, and more! Our veterans take an oath - we say a pledge - what does that mean and why are they important?! This podcast is hosted by ZenCast.fm

Daniel Dücker MSS, M. Ed. - Army Veteran and Executive Director - VA Tennessee Valley Health Care joined Josh Roe, John Ballinger, and Clint Powell in the studio for a great conversation! We talked about how the VA is changing is reputation among veterans - how leadership matters - building a Government agency based on the customer experience - the services the VA provides - what is next for the VA - and more! PLUS - we shared stories and the veterans shared about their personal experience serving in the military! Also - Josh Roe gave us a very brief update on his recent trip to Vietnam centered around the Medal of Honor recipient Sgt. Rodney Davis! Who is Mr. Dücker (abbreviated from the VA website): In this role, Mr. Dücker oversees health care operations for two Level 1A VA medical centers and 20 outpatient clinics serving more than 140,000 enrolled Veterans living in middle Tennessee, southern Kentucky, and northern Georgia. He leads an executive leadership team of seven and 5,200 employees with an annual operating budget of $1.8 billion. Under his leadership, he has maintained strong academic affiliations and cutting -edge research advancements with five medical institutions, including Vanderbilt University Medical Center and Meharry Medical College, and more than 100 associated health residency programs. He also championed a new partnership and resource sharing agreement with Fort Campbell Army Post and Blanchfield Army Community Hospital resulting in the newly constructed Fort Campbell VA Clinic, making this the only VA-DoD health care clinic in Kentucky and second in Tennessee. Mr. Dücker retired from the U.S. Army Reserve in 2017 as a Medical Service Corps officer at the rank of Colonel after nearly 34 years of service. He received numerous awards during his military service including the Legion of Merit (2) and the Bronze Star for leadership and meritorious service as a Commander in Afghanistan. This podcast is hosted by ZenCast.fm

Veterans Jason Smith and John Ballinger: The Anniversary of the Afghanistan Withdrawal - Combat - The Military and Mission Drift - MORE! A podcast centered around our soldiers, veterans, and the civilians they protect! Through conversations, questions, and stories - we will address topics like healthcare, lessons learned, relationships, combat, the transition out of the military, and more! Our veterans take an oath - we say a pledge - what does that mean and why are they important?! This podcast is hosted by ZenCast.fm

It was a great conversation with Marine veteran - Ryan Mullins! Ryan is a Whole Health Coach with the TN Valley VA and joined us in-studio to share his story and talk about the whole health approach for our veterans! Ryan was very transparent about his journey in the military AND his transition back into civilian life - plus the loss of friends - facing the stigma around mental health - and the importance of having a purpose! A podcast centered around our soldiers, veterans, and the civilians they protect! Through conversations, questions, and stories - we will address topics like healthcare, lessons learned, relationships, combat, the transition out of the military, and more! Our veterans take an oath - we say a pledge - what does that mean and why are they important?! This podcast is hosted by ZenCast.fm

Rory Thompson - Veterans Experience Officer with the VA joins us in-studio! We talk about how the VA has changed it's reputation over the past few decades - programs and services provided by the VA - his own struggles with mental health - how/why/when veterans should reach out to the VA! PLUS - the story behind Rory's going into the Marines - lessons learned - and why he loves what he does! Hosts: Navy Veteran - Eric Buchanan and John Ballinger - Army Veteran....join Rory in this episode full of information and stories! A podcast centered around our soldiers, veterans, and the civilians they protect! Through conversations, questions, and stories - we will address topics like healthcare, lessons learned, relationships, combat, the transition out of the military, and more! Our veterans take an oath - we say a pledge - what does that mean and why are they important?! This podcast is hosted by ZenCast.fm

I am joined in studio today by 3 veterans: wounded Army Veteran Jason Smith - Navy Veteran Eric Buchanan - Marine Veteran Josh Roe! We played a little 'did you know' about the military - we had some good conversations around other topics - but we spent most of our time talking with Jason about his injury while in combat in Afghanistan, healing, and life after the military! A podcast centered around our soldiers, veterans, and the civilians they protect! Through conversations, questions, and stories - we will address topics like healthcare, lessons learned, relationships, combat, the transition out of the military, and more! Our veterans take an oath - we say a pledge - what does that mean and why are they important?! Thanks to our sponsor: Joanna Otero with Union Home Mortgage: 423-208-9358 / https://www.uhm.com/jotero/ This podcast is hosted by ZenCast.fm

Outtake from Episode #4 with Navy Veteran Eric Buchanan! Why Eric went into the military - why the Navy - why an aviator - his transition - the lessons he learned - what the Oath means to him - and a little bit of history! A podcast centered around our soldiers, veterans, and the civilians they protect! Through conversations, questions, and stories - we will address topics like healthcare, lessons learned, relationships, combat, the transition out of the military, and more! Our veterans take an oath - we say a pledge - what does that mean and why are they important?! This podcast is hosted by ZenCast.fm

Eric Buchanan - Navy Veteran and John Ballinger - Army Vet! Transitioning Out of the Military - The Meaning of the 'Oath' - Stories! PLUS - Why did Eric go into the military and why did he decide on the Navy? A podcast centered around our soldiers, veterans, and the civilians they protect! Through conversations, questions, and stories - we will address topics like healthcare, lessons learned, relationships, combat, the transition out of the military, and more! Our veterans take an oath - we say a pledge - what does that mean and why are they important?! This podcast is hosted by ZenCast.fm

Short Outtakes From Episode 1 With Marine Veteran - Josh Roe A podcast centered around our solders, veterans, and the civilians they protect! Through conversations, questions, and stories - we will address topics like healthcare, lessons learned, relationships, combat, the transition out of the military, and more! Our veterans take an oath - we say a pledge - what does that mean and why are they important?! This podcast is hosted by ZenCast.fm

A few short outtakes with Army Veteran - John Ballinger! A podcast centered around our solders, veterans, and the civilians they protect! Through conversations, questions, and stories - we will address topics like healthcare, lessons learned, relationships, combat, the transition out of the military, and more! Our veterans take an oath - we say a pledge - what does that mean and why are they important?! This podcast is hosted by ZenCast.fm

Welcome to our 1st episode! I sat down with Marine Veteran - Josh Roe and Army Veteran - John Ballinger! We talked about their stories - shared some ideas about the future of the podcast - and more! A podcast centered around our solders, veterans, and the civilians they protect! Through conversations, questions, and stories - we will address topics like healthcare, lessons learned, relationships, combat, the transition out of the military, and more! Our veterans take an oath - we say a pledge - what does that mean and why are they important?! This podcast is hosted by ZenCast.fm