Combat Vet Vision

The central focus of this podcast episode revolves around the profound experiences and insights of Master Sergeant Norm Becker, a distinguished United States Air Force veteran, who now serves as an assistant fire chief in Charleston, South Carolina. Throughout the discussion, we delve into Norm's extensive military career, his transition to civilian life, and his ongoing commitment to supporting fellow veterans, particularly regarding PTSD and suicide prevention initiatives. Norm shares his journey from active duty to his current role, highlighting the significant challenges faced during his transition and the vital resources available for veterans in need. Moreover, we explore the innovative programs Norm has developed to address mental health issues within the fire service community, underscoring the importance of collaboration and mentorship in fostering resilience among first responders. This episode serves as a testament to the enduring spirit of service and the critical need for comprehensive support systems for our veterans and first responders alike.Takeaways:The podcast serves as a platform for combat veterans and their supporters to share their personal stories and experiences during their transition to civilian life.The conversation emphasizes the importance of mental health resources, particularly regarding PTSD and suicide prevention for veterans.Master Sergeant Norm Becker discusses his extensive experience in the Air Force and his ongoing commitment to supporting fellow veterans and first responders.The episode highlights the collaboration between various organizations to provide assistance and resources for veterans facing challenges in their lives.Norm Becker shares insights about his transition from military to civilian life, detailing the complexities he faced during this significant change.The discussion reveals the critical role that camaraderie plays in the recovery and support of veterans, showcasing how shared experiences can foster healing.

This episode of Combat Vet Vision features Kelly J. Galvin, a retired U.S. Army Captain with over 20 years of service, whose career spans both enlisted and officer roles across infantry, medical, and signal operations.Kelly shares a powerful and uncommon military journey, rising through the ranks before graduating Officer Candidate School as the Distinguished Honor Graduate. After retiring, he was recalled to active duty and deployed to Iraq in 2009 during the surge, adding another chapter to an already extensive career of service.His deployment experience became the foundation for his award-winning book PowerPoint Ranger: My Iraq War Logs, which has now been adapted into a screenplay recognized as a semi-finalist in the Chicago Script Awards 2026.Today, Kelly’s mission is deeply personal - serving as a caregiver to his disabled veteran wife, Sandy, while continuing to contribute to the veteran community through storytelling, writing, and advocacy.Resources for Veterans:Veteran in Media & Entertainment – https://vmeconnect.org/Community Veteran Justice Project – https://www.cvjp.org/Los Angeles County Veteran Resource Partners – https://www.cvjp.org/resource-partnersHost:Aaron SeibertRetired U.S. Navy Chief | Combat Wounded Veteran (2006)🔗 https://linktr.ee/aqseibertCo-Host:JB BrownU.S. Coast Guard Veteran | Chef | Veteran Advocate🔗 Veterans Transition Resource Center – https://vtrc.us/🔗 ACF Chefs Las Vegas – https://acfchefslasvegas.org/get-to-know-chef-james-j-b-brown/

This episode of Combat Vet Vision features Marty Hagans, who served in the United States Coast Guard as an Aviation Maintenance Administrationman (AMAG).Marty shares a deeply personal story tied to his father, Ben Hagans, a survivor of captivity during World War II. Now in his later years, Ben’s firsthand account has become a critical piece in one of the most important recovery efforts still ongoing from WWII.At the center of this mission is the work of Asymmetric MIA Accounting Group (AMAG), an organization dedicated to locating and recovering missing American service members.Their current focus includes four U.S. personnel who were executed by Japanese forces on Mindanao Island:Host: Aaron SeibertRetired U.S. Navy Chief | Combat Wounded Veteran (2006)🔗 https://linktr.ee/aqseibertCo-Host: JB BrownU.S. Coast Guard Veteran | Chef | Veteran Advocate