Service Before Self Podcast

May 07 2024
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Service Before Self Podcast: Dixon Center for Military and Veterans Services tackles current issues impacting veterans and their families. From challenges transitioning from military service into civilian careers to addressing the unique health needs of veterans, no subject is off limits. Join us as we present pragmatic solutions to ensure that veterans and families succeed in the communities where they live.

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Episode 26, A Conversation with Danielle Applegate from National Coalition of Homeless Veterans

May 07 2024 34 mins  
Today we tackle the challenges of veteran homelessness with our guest, Danielle Applegate, chairperson of National Coalition for Homeless Veterans (NCHV). Danielle will share a personal story of how homelessness impacts both veterans and non-veterans alike but also how there are resources and strategies available that can provide a way out. She will also share the work of NCHV and

Episode 25, A Conversation with Jennifer Grubb

Apr 22 2024 37 mins  
Dixon Center for Military and Veterans Services hosts a conversation with Jennifer Grubb--combat veteran, veteran advocate, registered nurse, wife, and mother. Jennifer shares her candid, raw, and thought-provoking experience of reintegration following military service. She pulls no punches but also demonstrates her resiliency and the potential of our military-connected community.

A Conversation with Secretary Patrick J. Murphy

Apr 02 2024 28 mins  
A conversation with Secretary Patrick J. Murphy, former Under Secretary of the Army and a leading advocate for veterans and their families. Secretary Murphy is the Chairman of Task Force Movement, www.taskforcemovement.org, an organization that is creating successful careers for the military-connected community in transportation, cybersecurity, and healthcare.

Episode 23, A Conversation with Robin Kelleher, CEO of HOPE FOR THE WARRIORS

Mar 14 2024 36 mins  
A conversation with Robin Kelleher, Co-Founder and CEO of HOPE FOR THE WARRIORS, recipient of the 2023 Eugene and Ruth Freedman Leadership Award.

Episode 022: Connecting to the Military and Veteran Community

Nov 21 2023 39 mins  
Psych/Armor educates and trains organizations on how to better understand and connect with military-connected individuals: transitioning service members, military spouses, veterans, and their families. Listen to Tina explain how her family’s history of military service and her experiences as a military spouse created opportunities to ensure that veterans and their families reach

Episode 021: K9 for Warriors with Carl Cricco and John Tappan

Jun 23 2023 29 mins  
In today’s episode, Col. Sam Whitehurst (Ret.), your host, is joined by Carl Cricco, the CEO of K9 For Warriors, and John Tappen, a Navy veteran who has directly felt the impact of K9 for Warriors in supporting veterans and their families. K9 for Warriors is the largest provider of service dogs to military veterans suffering from PTSD, traumatic brain injury, or military sexual

Episode 020: A Story of Healing Emotional and Physical Trauma

Jun 09 2023 47 mins  
In today’s episode, Col. Sam Whitehurst (Ret.), your host, is joined by Joshua Caldwell and Stephen Camelio. Joshua and Stephen are the director and writer of the new film Mending the Line. Joshua and Stephen discuss their new movie, which will be launched in theaters on June 9th, 2023. Mending the Line is the story of a marine who’s been wounded in Afghanistan and has now been

Episode 19: Veterans helping Veterans become Entrepreneurs with Colonel Scott Jensen, National Veteran Small Business Coalition

Jul 22 2022 38 mins  
In today’s episode, Col. Sam Whitehurst (Ret.), your host, is continuing a conversation that was started several months ago regarding the opportunities that are available for transitioning service members, veterans, and military spouses who want to become entrepreneurs and small businesses owners. This time, Col. Sam welcomes Col. Scott Jensen (Ret.) to talk about the opportuni

Episode 018: The Villanova Experience for Veterans with Michael Brown

Jun 03 2022 33 mins  
Colonel retired Sam Whitehurst, your host, welcomes Michael Brown to today’s episode. Michael Brown is the Director of the Office of Veterans and Military Service at Villanova University. Michael shares how Villanova provides opportunities and a path to success to veterans, recognizing the challenges they sometimes face when they pursue a higher education track. Michael also sha

Episode 017: Ending Veteran Homelessness. Part 2 with Bruce Buckley

May 02 2022 33 mins  
Colonel retired Sam Whitehurst, your host, welcomes Bruce Buckley to the second part of an insightful conversation about Veteran homelessness. Bruce is the CEO of Soldier On; he is one of the leading subject matter experts on the challenges impacting homeless veterans. Bruce has been dedicating his career to finding solutions to assist veterans and their families who find themselve